GA Revision for Banking and Other Exams – 1026

1. Which ministry has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with aviation ministry for developing seaplane services in the country?
   A) Ministry of Defence
   B) Ministry of Shipping and Waterways
   C) Ministry of Finance
   D) Ministry of Foreign Affairs
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: Ports, shipping and waterways ministry (MoPSW) and the civil aviation ministry have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for developing seaplane services in the country.

   
   
2. Which bank has appointed Murali M. Natrajan as the Managing Director & CEO ?
   A) Axis bank
   B) DCB bank
   C) HDFC Bank
   D) RBL Bank
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: Private sector lender, DCB Bank said it has received the approval form the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the re-appointment of Murali M. Natrajan as the Managing Director & CEO, for further period of one year from April 29, 2021.

   
   
3. What is the metric that measures how long a firm will be deprived of cash if it increases its investment in resources in order to expand customer sales known as?
   A) Quick ratio
   B) Accounts payable turnover
   C) Days payable outstanding
   D) Cash conversion cycle
   
   
   

   
   Option D
   Explanation: In management accounting, the Cash conversion cycle (CCC) measures how long a firm will be deprived of cash if it increases its investment in resources in order to expand customer sales. It is thus a measure of the liquidity risk entailed by growth.

   
   
4. Which association launched first of its kind global Mobility Aids Action Group to examine and improve the transport journey of mobility aids, including wheelchairs?
   A) Airports Authority of India
   B) International Air Transport Association
   C) Airports Council International Europe
   D) International Association of Travel Agents Network
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: The International Air Transport Association (IATA) has launched a global Mobility Aids Action Group to examine and improve the transport journey of mobility aids, including wheelchairs, with the objective of improving the handling of this vital equipment for travelers with disabilities.

   
   
5. Kalraj Mishra is the governor of which state?
   A) Punjab
   B) Rajasthan
   C) Himachal Pradesh
   D) Haryana
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: Capital –Jaipur, Chief minister – Ashok Gehlot

   
   
6. Which space agency has made history with successful flight on Planet Mars?
   A) NASA
   B) ESA
   C) ISRO
   D) JAXA
   
   
   

   
   Option A
   Explanation: NASA’s Mars helicopter makes history with successful flight on the Red Planet.

   
   
7. Which institute hosted a three-day virtual conference of BRICS Network Universities on electric mobility?
   A) IIT Kanpur
   B) IIT Ropar
   C) IIT Jammu
   D) IIT Bombay
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay hosted a three-day virtual conference of BRICS Network Universities on electric mobility.

   
   
8. In which od the following universities the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) will set up a ‘Bangabandhu Chair’?
   A) Banaras Hindu University
   B) Delhi University
   C) Anna University
   D) Jawaharlal Nehru University
   
   
   

   
   Option B
   Explanation: The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) will set up a ‘Bangabandhu Chair’ at Delhi University.

   
   
9. Where is Centre for Advanced Financial Research and Learning (CAFRAL) situated?
   A) Jaipur
   B) Ahmedabad
   C) Pune
   D) Mumbai
   
   
   

   
   Option D
   Explanation: The Centre for Advanced Financial Research and Learning (CAFRAL) is an independent body set up by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in the backdrop of India’s evolving role in the global economy, in the financial services sector and its position in various international fora, and to develop into a world class global institution for research and learning in banking and finance. The Governor of RBI is the Chairman of the Governing Council of CAFRAL.

   
   
10. NASA has aimed to land first woman on Moon by which year under ‘Artemis’ mission?
    A) 2025
    B) 2024
    C) 2026
    D) 2028
    
    
    

    
    Option B
    Explanation: NASA aims to land first woman, person of colour on Moon by 2024 under ‘Artemis’ mission.

    
    
11. Recently Union Cabinet approved ‘Deep Ocean Mission to study biodiversity, impact of climate change.What is the cost of the mission?
    A) ₹4567 cr
    B) ₹4200 cr
    C) ₹5500 cr
    D) ₹4077 cr
    
    
    

    
    Option D
    Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved ‘Deep Ocean Mission to study biodiversity, impact of climate change, and establish an offshore marine station to explore source of thermal energy.

    
    
12. Which country signed a USD 1.3 billion deal with India’s hydro power major Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) to develop a 679-megawatt hydropower project in the former country?
    A) Nepal
    B) Bhutan
    C) Bangladesh
    D) Sri Lanka
    
    
    

    
    Option A
    Explanation: Nepal has signed a USD 1.3 billion deal with India’s hydro power major Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN) to develop a 679-megawatt hydropower project in eastern Nepal, the second mega venture undertaken by India in the neighbouring Himalayan nation.

    
    
13. What is the Capital of Mali?
    A) Male
    B) Bamako
    C) Palikir
    D) Maputo
    
    
    

    
    Option B
    Explanation: Currency – West African CFA franc, Prime Minister - Choguel Kokalla Maïga

    
    
14. Who is the author of book “Christmas Pigs”?
    A) Lancy Rust
    B) Rick Grimes
    C) Charles Derbo
    D) JK Rowling
    
    
    

    
    Option D
    Explanation: Author JK Rowling announcement on her website that her latest children’s book is entitled “Christmas Pigs”.

    
    
15. When is World Malala Day observed?
    A) July 12
    B) July 9
    C) July 14
    D) July 7
    
    
    

    
    Option A
    Explanation: Every year on July 12th, the world celebrates the birthday of Malala Yousafzai as World Malala Day .