2 nd May, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams

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2 2 nd May, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams May GA Quiz 2 Directions: Study the following questions carefully and answer the questions given below. 1. The government of India has recently launched a Pilot Scheme for procurement of aggregate power of on the competitive basis for three years under medium term from commissioned power plants without power purchase agreements. A MW B MW C MW D MW E. None of these 2. Who among the following has recently launched the Gobardhan scheme from Haryana's Karnal district? A. Uma Bharti B. Smriti Irani C. Sushma Swaraj D. Maneka Gandhi E. None of these 3. Which edition of India-Japan Energy Dialogue was recently held in New Delhi? A. Ninth B. Eighth C. Seventh D. Sixth E. None of these 4. According to the report of World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA), which country has topped the rankings of drug cases in 2016, accounting for 147 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs)? A. United States B. Belgium C. Italy D. France E. None of these

3 5. Airports Council International (ACI) has recently projected as 2nd Fastest Growing Country for Air Passenger Traffic. A. China B. Japan C. Switzerland D. India E. None of these 6. Shahzar Rizvi has recently become World No.1 in 10m air pistol. He represents which coutry? A. Pakistan B. Canada C. India D. France E. None of these 7. The 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is going to be held in. A. Allahabad B. Varanasi C. Jhansi D. Gorakhpur E. None of these 8. Who has recently been awarded with the Lifetime 26th P C Chandra Puraskaar Award 2018? A. Mithun Chakravarti B. Sonu Nigam C. Asha Bhosle D. Sharmila Tagore E. None of these 9. Who has recently been appointed as the Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB)? A. Sitanshu Ranjan Kar B. Vinod Kumar Pipersenia C. Anoop Kumar Srivastava D. Jagdish Prasad Meena E. None of these 10. Who has recently won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2018 in Baku? A. Sebastian Vettel B. Lewis Hamilton C. Fernando Alonso D. Nico Rosberg E. None of these

4 Correct Answers: B A A C D C B C A B Explanations: 1. Who: Government of India What: has launched pilot scheme for procurement of aggregate power of 2500 When: published on 30th April 2018 The Government of India has recently launched a Pilot Scheme for Procurement of Aggregate Power of 2500 MW on competitive basis for 3 (three) years under medium term i.e. from generators with commissioned projects but without Power Purchase Agreement. The Ministry of Power had recently issued the model bid documents, model PAPP and PPSA on 6th April, The Guidelines for the said scheme were issued on 10th April, The main purpose of the scheme is to revive commissioned power plants which are unable to sell electricity in the absence of valid power purchase agreements. scheme-procurement-of-aggregate-power-of-2500-mw-for-three-years _1.html 2. Who: Uma Bharti

5 What: has launched Gobardhan Yojana from Haryana When: published on 30th April 2018 Union Minister for Drinking Water and Sanitation, Uma Bharti, has recently launched the Gobardhan scheme from Haryana's Karnal district with an aim to positively contribute to cleanliness and generate energy from solid waste. Launching the scheme at the National Dairy Research Institute in the district, she spoke on the importance of Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources - an acronym from Gobar - scheme as a component of the Open Defecation Free-plus strategy across the country Who: the 9th India Japan Energy Dialogue What: was held in New Delhi When: published on 1st May 2018 The 9th India Japan Energy Dialogue was held in New Delhi. Minister of State (IC) for Power and New and Renewable Energy, Shri R.K Singh and Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Mr. Hiroshige Seko signed a Joint Statement at the conclusion of the meeting. Both the countries agreed to work together for energy security, energy access and climate change issues. They also agreed to initiate the discussion on Electric Vehicles (EVs) and commit to work together in promoting well-functioning energy markets.

6 4. Who: Italy What: topped the rankings of drug cases in 2016, accounting for 147 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs) When: published on 27th April 2018 India maintained their dubious record of being among top 10 nations with regards to doping violations being joint sixth as World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published its report as per samples collected in But in the latest report published recently, India has 69 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV), the same as that of Russia, a country which has been under intense international scrutiny for years now. Italy topped the rankings of drug cases in 2016, accounting for 147 ADRVs, followed by France (86), United States (76), Australia (75), Belgium (73). Brazil and Iran are at joint eighth with 55 ADRVs while South Africa is at 10th with Who: Airports Council International (ACI) What: has projected India as 2nd Fastest Growing Country for Air Passenger Traffic When: published on 30th April 2018

7 India has been projected to be the second fastest growing country in the world for air passenger traffic. As per the Airports Council International (ACI), by 2022 passenger traffic in emerging economies like India will surpass advanced economies. The ACI, a global trade body representing airports across the globe, has put Vietnam at the top position with an 8.5% growth rate, followed by India at 7.5% and Iran at 7.3% Who: India shooter Shahzar Rizvi What: has become World No.1 in 10m air pistol When: published on 1st May 2018 Indian shooter Shahzar Rizvi became the world number one shooter in the 10- metre air pistol category after having won a silver medal at the recently concluded shooting World Cup in South Korea. Russia s Artem Chernousov is on top spot and Japan s Tomoyuki Matsuda on second. The other Indian in the top-10 is Jitu Rai, who is placed sixth, while Om Prakash Mitharval is placed 12th. 1-spot-in-10m-air-pistol-rankings/story-BNQKPZCyuRtEWl9mWNJE9O.html 7.

8 Who: the 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas What: is going to be held Where: in Varanasi When: published on 30th April 2018 The 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh from 21st to 23rd January, It will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Jugnauth. It will be organised by Union Ministry of External Affairs in association with the Uttar Pradesh State Government. Theme of the 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be Role of Indian Diaspora in building a New India Who: Asha Bhosle What: has been awarded with the Lifetime 26th P C Chandra Puraskaar Award 2018 When: published on 30th April 2018 Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle was honored with the Lifetime 26th P C Chandra Puraskaar Award 2018 for her contribution in the field of Indian music.

9 Sharmila Tagore was the Chief Guest at the event who also presented the prestigious award to Asha Bhosle. Also gracing the event was BK Chandra and Amitava Chandra of PC Chandra Group. 9. Who: Sitanshu Ranjan Kar What: has been appointed as the Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB) When: published on 1st May 2018 On May 1, 2018, Indian Information Services (IIS) officer Sitanshu Ranjan Kar has been appointed as the Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB). Sitanshu Ranjan Kar is a 1983-batch IIS officer, who has served at key positions in various media units of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting viz. All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan Who: Lewis Hamilton What: has won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2018 in Baku

10 When: published on 29th April 2018 Formula 1 motorist Lewis Hamilton has won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2018 in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Mercedes team s Lewis Hamilton, who was trailing behind his team mate Valtteri Bottas and Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari, managed to gain top spot after a crash between the Red Bulls affected Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas suffered a puncture. Kimi Raikkonen of Ferrari came second while Sergio Perez of Force India came third.

11 Top 10 News of the Day : 2 nd May, Lewis Hamilton has won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2018 in Baku. (2 nd May 2018 Current Affairs) Formula 1 motorist Lewis Hamilton has won the Azerbaijan Grand Prix 2018 in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan. Mercedes team s Lewis Hamilton, who was trailing behind his team mate Valtteri Bottas and Sebastian Vettel of Ferrari, managed to gain top spot after a crash between the Red Bulls affected Sebastian Vettel and Valtteri Bottas suffered a puncture. Kimi Raikkonen of Ferrari came second while Sergio Perez of Force India came third. 2. Sitanshu Ranjan Kar has been appointed as the Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB). (Top 10 Current Affairs Questions of 2 nd may 2018) On May 1, 2018, Indian Information Services (IIS) officer Sitanshu Ranjan Kar has been appointed as the Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB). Sitanshu Ranjan Kar is a 1983-batch IIS officer, who has served at key positions in various media units of the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting viz. All India Radio (AIR) and Doordarshan. 3. Asha Bhosle has been awarded with the Lifetime 26th P C Chandra Puraskaar Award (Top 10 MCQs on Current Affairs of 2 nd May 2018) Legendary Singer Asha Bhosle was honored with the Lifetime 26th P C Chandra Puraskaar Award 2018 for her contribution in the field of Indian music.

12 Sharmila Tagore was the Chief Guest at the event who also presented the prestigious award to Asha Bhosle. Also gracing the event was BK Chandra and Amitava Chandra of PC Chandra Group th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas is going to be held in Varanasi. (Current Affairs May, 2 nd 2018 Daly GK updates) The 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be held in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh from 21st to 23rd January, It will be inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Mauritian counterpart Pravind Jugnauth. It will be organised by Union Ministry of External Affairs in association with the Uttar Pradesh State Government. Theme of the 15th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be Role of Indian Diaspora in building a New India. 5. India shooter Shahzar Rizvi has become World No.1 in 10m air pistol. (2 nd May 2018 Current Affairs in Short) Indian shooter Shahzar Rizvi became the world number one shooter in the 10- metre air pistol category after having won a silver medal at the recently concluded shooting World Cup in South Korea. Russia s Artem Chernousov is on top spot and Japan s Tomoyuki Matsuda on second. The other Indian in the top-10 is Jitu Rai, who is placed sixth, while Om Prakash Mitharval is placed 12th. 6. Airports Council International (ACI) has projected India as 2nd Fastest Growing Country for Air Passenger Traffic. (Daily Current Affairs Questions of 2 nd May 2018) India has been projected to be the second fastest growing country in the world for air passenger traffic.

13 As per the Airports Council International (ACI), by 2022 passenger traffic in emerging economies like India will surpass advanced economies. The ACI, a global trade body representing airports across the globe, has put Vietnam at the top position with an 8.5% growth rate, followed by India at 7.5% and Iran at 7.3%. 7. Italy topped the rankings of drug cases in 2016, accounting for 147 Anti- Doping Rule Violations (ADRVs). (Today s Current Affairs 2 nd May 2018) India maintained their dubious record of being among top 10 nations with regards to doping violations being joint sixth as World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) published its report as per samples collected in But in the latest report published recently, India has 69 Anti-Doping Rule Violations (ADRV), the same as that of Russia, a country which has been under intense international scrutiny for years now. Italy topped the rankings of drug cases in 2016, accounting for 147 ADRVs, followed by France (86), United States (76), Australia (75), Belgium (73). Brazil and Iran are at joint eighth with 55 ADRVs while South Africa is at 10th with th India Japan Energy Dialogue was held in New Delhi. (Daily Current Affairs Quiz of 2 nd May 2018) The 9th India Japan Energy Dialogue was held in New Delhi. Minister of State (IC) for Power and New and Renewable Energy, Shri R.K Singh and Minister of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) Mr. Hiroshige Seko signed a Joint Statement at the conclusion of the meeting. Both the countries agreed to work together for energy security, energy access and climate change issues. They also agreed to initiate the discussion on Electric Vehicles (EVs) and commit to work together in promoting well-functioning energy markets.

14 9. Uma Bharti has launched Gobardhan Yojana from Haryana. (2 nd May 2018 Current Affairs Quiz) Union Minister for Drinking Water and Sanitation, Uma Bharti, has recently launched the Gobardhan scheme from Haryana's Karnal district with an aim to positively contribute to cleanliness and generate energy from solid waste. Launching the scheme at the National Dairy Research Institute in the district, she spoke on the importance of Galvanizing Organic Bio-Agro Resources - an acronym from Gobar - scheme as a component of the Open Defecation Free-plus strategy across the country. 10. Government of India has launched pilot scheme for procurement of aggregate power of (GK & Current Affairs Quiz of 2 nd May 2018) The Government of India has recently launched a Pilot Scheme for Procurement of Aggregate Power of 2500 MW on competitive basis for 3 (three) years under medium term i.e. from generators with commissioned projects but without Power Purchase Agreement. The Ministry of Power had recently issued the model bid documents, model PAPP and PPSA on 6th April, The Guidelines for the said scheme were issued on 10th April, The main purpose of the scheme is to revive commissioned power plants which are unable to sell electricity in the absence of valid power purchase agreements.

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