Current Affairs Interactive Quiz: September 08 - September 14, 2014
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Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) and Tata Chemicals Limited (TCL) in first week of September 2014 signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to set up India’s first of its kind Coral Garden in a state. Name the state
- A.
Gujarat
- B.
Andhra Pradesh
- C.
Telangana
- D.
Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer
A. GujaratExplanation
The correct answer is Gujarat. The Wildlife Trust of India (WTI) and Tata Chemicals Limited (TCL) signed a MoU to set up India's first Coral Garden in Gujarat. This collaboration aims to conserve and restore coral reefs in the Gulf of Kutch, which is home to a diverse range of marine life. The Coral Garden will serve as a unique ecosystem for coral conservation and research, promoting biodiversity and sustainable development in the state of Gujarat.Rate this question:
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- 2.
Name the winner of Women's Singles title of US Tennis Open 2014?
- A.
Serena Williams
- B.
Chris Evert
- C.
Martina Navratilova
- D.
Caroline Wozniazki
Correct Answer
A. Serena WilliamsExplanation
Serena Williams won the Women's Singles title of the US Tennis Open 2014.Rate this question:
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- 3.
The Supreme Court of India on 9 September 2014 gave how much time to the Union Government to inform it about the outcome of political process initiated by Lieutenant Governor on formation of government in Delhi?
- A.
3-week
- B.
4-week
- C.
5-week
- D.
6-week
Correct Answer
B. 4-weekExplanation
The Supreme Court of India granted the Union Government a period of 4 weeks to provide information about the outcome of the political process initiated by the Lieutenant Governor regarding the formation of the government in Delhi.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Parliament of Iraq on 8 September 2014 approved a new government headed by a person as Prime Minister. Name the person, who will head the government as Prime Minister?
- A.
Haider al-Abadi
- B.
Osama al-Nujeifi
- C.
Ayad Allawi
- D.
Hoshyar Jebari
Correct Answer
A. Haider al-AbadiExplanation
Haider al-Abadi is the correct answer because on 8 September 2014, the Parliament of Iraq approved a new government with him as the Prime Minister. This indicates that he will be heading the government as the Prime Minister.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Name the film of an Indian writer and director that on 7 September 2014 won the Lion of the Future – Luigi De Laurentiis award for a Debut Feature at the 71st Venice Film Festival?
- A.
Mary Kom
- B.
Errata
- C.
101 Questions
- D.
Court
Correct Answer
D. CourtExplanation
Court is the correct answer because it is the only film mentioned that won the Lion of the Future – Luigi De Laurentiis award for a Debut Feature at the 71st Venice Film Festival on 7 September 2014. Mary Kom, Errata, and 101 Questions are not relevant to the given award.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Dr. Kamal Bawa was in news in the second week of September 2014 for which of the following reason?
- A.
He resigned as the Deputy National Security Adviser
- B.
He was denied a Visa from South Africa from attending Nobel Summit
- C.
He became first Indian actor to be honoured by US post service
- D.
He won the MIDORI Prize in Biodiversity 2014
Correct Answer
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Name the writer and director of the film that won Lion of the Future – Luigi De Laurentiis award for a Debut Feature at the 71st Venice Film Festival?
- A.
Chaitanya Tamhane
- B.
Karan Singh Rathore
- C.
Ramendra Vasishth
- D.
Omung Kumar
Correct Answer
A. Chaitanya TamhaneExplanation
Chaitanya Tamhane is the correct answer for this question. He is the writer and director of the film that won the Lion of the Future - Luigi De Laurentiis award for a Debut Feature at the 71st Venice Film Festival.Rate this question:
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- 8.
MIDORI Prize 2014 winners were announced in the second week of September 2014 is given for?
- A.
For work as a journalist
- B.
For securing heritage of ancient dance form
- C.
For work on and for Biodiversity
- D.
None of the above
Correct Answer
C. For work on and for BiodiversityExplanation
The MIDORI Prize 2014 was awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions towards the preservation and conservation of biodiversity. This could include research, advocacy, or implementation of projects aimed at protecting and promoting biodiversity. The prize recognizes the importance of biodiversity in sustaining ecosystems and the need for global efforts to address the threats facing it.Rate this question:
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- 9.
Who was the winner of men’s singles of the US Tennis Open 2014?
- A.
Kei Nishikori
- B.
Marin Cilic
- C.
Roger Federer
- D.
Rafael Nadal
Correct Answer
B. Marin CilicExplanation
Marin Cilic was the winner of the men's singles of the US Tennis Open 2014.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Match the following names with their professionA. Kamal Bawa 1. Professor of Biology at the University of MassachusettsB. Jeet Bahadur 2. Shadow Minister in UKC. Ahmet Davutoglu 3. Prime Minister of TurkeyD. Seema Malhotra 4. Godson of PM Narendra Modi
- A.
1 4 2 3
- B.
1 4 3 2
- C.
2 1 3 4
- D.
2 1 4 3
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- 11.
The 17th Asian Games is supposed to be held in?
- A.
Doha, Qatar
- B.
Incheon, South Korea
- C.
New Delhi, India
- D.
Guangzhou, China
Correct Answer
B. Incheon, South KoreaExplanation
The 17th Asian Games is supposed to be held in Incheon, South Korea.Rate this question:
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- 12.
To represent India in the 17th edition of the Asian Games, the Union Government on 9 September 2014 cleared squad of
- A.
659-member
- B.
679-member
- C.
700-member
- D.
942-member
Correct Answer
B. 679-memberExplanation
The Union Government cleared a squad of 679 members to represent India in the 17th edition of the Asian Games. This means that India selected 679 individuals to participate in the games, representing various sports and disciplines. The number of members in the squad is significant as it reflects the size and strength of India's contingent in the Asian Games.Rate this question:
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- 13.
Uttarakhand Government officially declared which date to observe as Himalaya Diwas?
- A.
9 September
- B.
19 September
- C.
17 August
- D.
14 July
Correct Answer
A. 9 SeptemberExplanation
The correct answer is 9 September. The Uttarakhand Government officially declared this date to observe as Himalaya Diwas. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of the Himalayan region and its conservation. It aims to promote sustainable development and protect the fragile ecosystem of the Himalayas. By observing Himalaya Diwas on 9 September, the government aims to highlight the significance of this majestic mountain range and encourage efforts to preserve its natural beauty and biodiversity.Rate this question:
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- 14.
Name the first Indian to visit stratosphere, the second layer of the Earth’s atmosphere, in the second week of September 2014?
- A.
Ravindra Nath
- B.
Rajeshwar singh
- C.
Tessy Thomas
- D.
TN Suresh Kumar
Correct Answer
D. TN Suresh KumarExplanation
TN Suresh Kumar is the correct answer because he was the first Indian to visit the stratosphere, the second layer of the Earth's atmosphere, in the second week of September 2014.Rate this question:
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- 15.
Union Civil Aviation Minister Pusapati Ashok Gajapathi Raju on 9 September 2014 announced that the Union Government has identified five locations for development of no-frills airports in India. Initially the no-frills airports will come up in how many states?
- A.
Five
- B.
Four
- C.
Three
- D.
One
Correct Answer
B. FourExplanation
The correct answer is Four. This means that initially, the no-frills airports will come up in four states in India. The announcement by the Union Civil Aviation Minister indicates that the Union Government has identified five locations for the development of these airports, which implies that each location is in a different state.Rate this question:
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- 16.
Which State’s High Court on 10 September 2014 ordered to stop discrimination on the basis of caste in cremation at various crematoriums?
- A.
Rajasthan
- B.
Himachal Pradesh
- C.
Andhra Pradesh
- D.
Telangana
Correct Answer
A. RajasthanExplanation
The correct answer is Rajasthan because on 10 September 2014, the High Court of Rajasthan issued an order to stop discrimination based on caste during cremations at various crematoriums in the state. This implies that people belonging to any caste should be allowed to perform cremations without any discrimination or restrictions.Rate this question:
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- 17.
The Supreme Court of India on 10 September 2014 questioned logic behind a state’s government’s new policy for limiting bar licenses to only five-star hotels. Name the state?
- A.
Tamil Nadu
- B.
Kerala
- C.
Karnataka
- D.
Gujarat
Correct Answer
B. KeralaExplanation
The Supreme Court of India questioned the logic behind a state government's new policy of limiting bar licenses to only five-star hotels. The correct answer is Kerala.Rate this question:
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- 18.
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA), chaired by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 10 September 2014 approved the disinvestment of the stake of three organisations. CCEA approved the disinvestment of which of the following organisations?
- A.
Coal Indian Limited, Heavy Engineering Corporation and National Hydro Power Corporation
- B.
Hindustan Machine Tools, Oil and Natural Gas Company and National Hydro Power Corporation
- C.
Coal Indian Limited, Oil and Natural Gas Company and National Thermal Power Corporation
- D.
Coal Indian Limited, Oil and Natural Gas Company and National Hydro Power Corporation
Correct Answer
D. Coal Indian Limited, Oil and Natural Gas Company and National Hydro Power CorporationExplanation
The correct answer is Coal Indian Limited, Oil and Natural Gas Company, and National Hydro Power Corporation. This is because the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved the disinvestment of the stake of these three organizations.Rate this question:
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- 19.
Name the Pakistani cricketer who was suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on 9 September 2014 from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect for illegal bowling action?
- A.
Abdur Rehman
- B.
Mushtaq Ahmed
- C.
Saeed Ajmal
- D.
Abdul Qadir
Correct Answer
C. Saeed AjmalExplanation
Saeed Ajmal was suspended by the International Cricket Council (ICC) on 9 September 2014 from bowling in international cricket with immediate effect for illegal bowling action.Rate this question:
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- 20.
Sendai nuclear plant that on 10 September 2014 got the permission to restart its two reactors is located in which country?
- A.
China
- B.
Japan
- C.
Australia
- D.
United Kingdom
Correct Answer
B. JapanExplanation
The correct answer is Japan. The Sendai nuclear plant, which received permission to restart its two reactors on 10 September 2014, is located in Japan.Rate this question:
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- 21.
Name the person, who has been appointed as the Executive Director (ED) of World Bank on 10 September 2014 by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC)?
- A.
Subhash Chandra Garg
- B.
Deepti Kapoor
- C.
Narendra Ambwani
- D.
Chandrakala Padia
Correct Answer
A. Subhash Chandra GargExplanation
Subhash Chandra Garg has been appointed as the Executive Director (ED) of World Bank on 10 September 2014 by the Appointments Committee of Cabinet (ACC).Rate this question:
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- 22.
Al-Qaeda-affiliated rebel group on 11 September 2014 released forty five captured Fijian UN peacekeepers. These peacekeepers were captured from?
- A.
Syrian Golan Heights
- B.
Iraqi Golan Heights
- C.
Srebrenica
- D.
Bosnia and Herzegovina
Correct Answer
A. Syrian Golan HeightsExplanation
The correct answer is Syrian Golan Heights. On 11 September 2014, an Al-Qaeda-affiliated rebel group released forty five captured Fijian UN peacekeepers. These peacekeepers were captured from the Syrian Golan Heights.Rate this question:
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- 23.
Name the Al-Qaeda-affiliated rebel group that in August 2014 captured 45 Fijian UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) Personnel and released them on 11 September 2014?
- A.
Jabhat al-Nusra Front
- B.
Al-Khansaa Brigade
- C.
Qaedat al-Jihad
- D.
Fatah al-Islam
Correct Answer
A. Jabhat al-Nusra FrontExplanation
Jabhat al-Nusra Front is the correct answer because it is an Al-Qaeda-affiliated rebel group that captured 45 Fijian UNDOF personnel in August 2014 and released them on 11 September 2014.Rate this question:
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- 24.
Name the youngest Indian sailor who will represent India in 17th Asian Games 2014?
- A.
Abigail Jillian
- B.
Chitresh Tatha
- C.
Vir Menon
- D.
Jillian Schlesinger
Correct Answer
B. Chitresh TathaExplanation
Chitresh Tatha is the correct answer because he is the youngest Indian sailor who represented India in the 17th Asian Games 2014.Rate this question:
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- 25.
Sixth Economic Census 2013 released on 9 September 2014 is prepared by which organisation?
- A.
Central Statistics Office (CSO)
- B.
Directorates of Economics and Statistics (DSEs)
- C.
Union Ministry of Finance
- D.
Both (a) and (b)
Correct Answer
D. Both (a) and (b)Explanation
The correct answer is Both (a) and (b). The explanation for this answer is that the Sixth Economic Census 2013 was prepared by both the Central Statistics Office (CSO) and the Directorates of Economics and Statistics (DSEs). This means that both organizations played a role in collecting and analyzing the data for the census. The Union Ministry of Finance may have also been involved in overseeing and coordinating the census, but it is not explicitly mentioned in the question.Rate this question:
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- 26.
As per the Sixth Economic Census 2013 released on 9 September 2014, the highest percentage of hired workers in India is present in which State?
- A.
Andhra Pradesh
- B.
Assam
- C.
Maharashtra
- D.
Arunachal Pradesh
Correct Answer
D. Arunachal PradeshExplanation
According to the Sixth Economic Census 2013, Arunachal Pradesh has the highest percentage of hired workers in India. This means that a larger proportion of the workforce in Arunachal Pradesh is employed by someone else rather than being self-employed.Rate this question:
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- 27.
The high-level committee that was constituted by Supreme Court in January 2014 in its report on 8 September 2014 revealed that most of the deemed universities are unfit for the status. Name the high-level committee
- A.
H Devaraj Committee
- B.
Tandon Committee
- C.
Nigvekar Committee
- D.
B S Thorat Committee
Correct Answer
A. H Devaraj CommitteeExplanation
The high-level committee constituted by the Supreme Court in January 2014, known as the H Devaraj Committee, revealed in its report on 8 September 2014 that most of the deemed universities are unfit for the status.Rate this question:
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The major tribal bodies of which State on 8 September 2014 rejected the demand for a separate State called Twipraland?
- A.
Madhya Pradesh
- B.
Arunachal Pradesh
- C.
Tripura
- D.
Maharashtra
Correct Answer
C. TripuraExplanation
The major tribal bodies of Tripura rejected the demand for a separate State called Twipraland. This suggests that the tribal communities in Tripura are not in favor of dividing the state and creating a separate entity. It could be inferred that they believe in the unity and integrity of Tripura as a single state.Rate this question:
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- 29.
Indian government on 9 September 2014 signed a MoU in traditional medicines with which country?
- A.
Bhutan
- B.
Brazil
- C.
Bangladesh
- D.
Pakistan
Correct Answer
C. BangladeshExplanation
The correct answer is Bangladesh. On 9 September 2014, the Indian government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bangladesh in the field of traditional medicines. This agreement aimed to strengthen cooperation and exchange knowledge in traditional medicine practices between the two countries.Rate this question:
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Consider the following statements based on Sixth Economic Census 2013I. Nearly 59.9 percent of the establishments belong to rural areas.II. About 20.5 percent of the establishments operate from outside household without fixed structure.III. Percentage of hired workers is about 45.7 percentIV. Growth rate in total employment over Fifth EC (2005) is 34.4 percentWhich is/are correct?
- A.
I, II and III
- B.
II, III and IV
- C.
I, III and IV
- D.
All of the above
Correct Answer
D. All of the aboveExplanation
The given answer, "All of the above," is correct because all four statements are true based on the Sixth Economic Census 2013. Statement I states that nearly 59.9 percent of the establishments belong to rural areas, which is supported by the census data. Statement II mentions that about 20.5 percent of the establishments operate from outside the household without a fixed structure, which is also supported by the census data. Statement III states that the percentage of hired workers is about 45.7 percent, which is again supported by the census data. Finally, statement IV mentions that the growth rate in total employment over the Fifth EC (2005) is 34.4 percent, which is also supported by the census data.Rate this question:
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