1. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the fintech startup BharatPe?
Answers With Explanation : (D) The fintech startup, BharatPe has appointed former State Bank of India (SBI) Chairman Rajnish Kumar as the Chairman of its board.
2. Which day of the year is marked as the International Day for Disaster Reduction?
Answers With Explanation : (A) The United Nations International Day for Disaster Reduction is held annually on 13 October since 1989.
3. How many medals have been won by Indian Shooting team at the 2021 ISSF Junior World Championship?
Answers With Explanation : (C) The Indian shooters claimed a historic win with 43 medals to stand atop in the medal table. These included 17 Gold, 16 Silver and 10 Bronze medal.
4. PM Modi recently addressed the 28th Foundation Day programme of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India. Who is the Chairperson of the NHRC?
Answers With Explanation : (D) Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the 28th NHRC Foundation Day programme, through video conferencing on October 12, 2021, in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and NHRC chairperson. Chairperson of NHRC is Justice Arun Kumar Mishra.
5. India has recently agreed to provide a USD 200 million Line of Credit support for development projects of which of the following country?
Answers With Explanation :(D) India, Kyrgyz Republic agree on 200 million US Dollar Line of Credit to support development projects.
6. International Energy Agency (IEA) has invited _____ to become its full-time member.
Answers With Explanation : (B) International Energy Agency (IEA) has invited India to become its full-time member. This membership invitation was given in the light that, India is world’s third-largest energy consumer. If this proposal is accepted, it will require India to increase its strategic oil reserved to 90 days requirement.
7. Which country has launched World’s First automated & driverless Self-Driving Train in the city of Hamburg?
Answers With Explanation : (D) Germany launches World’s First Self-Driving Train. German rail operator, Deutsche Bahn and industrial group, Siemens launched the first automated & driverless train of the world on October 11, 2021.The self-driving train was launched in the city of Hamburg.
8. Alexander Schellenberg has been appointed as the new Chancellor of which country?
Answers With Explanation : (A) Alexander Schellenberg appointed Austria’s new Chancellor. Alexander Schellenberg was elected as Austrian Chancellor after resignation of Sebastian Kurz.
9. Who among the following has been appointed as the chairman of BharatPe?
Answers With Explanation : (D) Former State Bank of India chief Rajnish Kumar joins BharatPe as chairman. Rajnish Kumar, former chief of State Bank of India, has joined the Board of BharatPe, a fintech firm, as chairman.
10. Who is appointed as the CEO of Energy Efficiency Services Limited?
Answers With Explanation : (B) Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture of Public Sector Undertakings under the Ministry of Power has announced the appointment of Arun Kumar Mishra as chief executive officer (CEO) on deputation.
