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1 Current Affairs MCQs Feb 2018 Get all Banking + SSC + Insurance Mock Tests for One Year at Rs. 799 Only Q1. The 6th edition of World Government Summit (WGS) 2018 was held in which country? A. India B. UAE C. Singapore D. Malaysia Explanation: The 6th edition of World Government Summit (WGS) 2018 was held at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE) from February 11 to 13, More than 4,000 people from 140 countries and 16 international organizations attended WGS There were 130 speakers across 120 sessions. India was 'Guest of Honour'. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had delivered the inaugural speech. Q2. Which state government notified a six-member 'Revenue Commission' to bring in a greater efficiency and accountability in the functioning of the Revenue Department? A. Haryana B. Punjab C. Odisha D. West Bengal

2 Explanation: The Punjab government notified a six-member 'Revenue Commission' to bring in a greater efficiency and accountability in the functioning of the Revenue Department. The Commission will be headed by Justice (retd) S S Saron. The Commission will be tasked with streamlining the existing laws, procedures and processes relating to land administration in line with the requirements of modern agricultural and nonagricultural uses. Q3. becomes first state to opt out of Modicare? A. Uttarakhand B. West Bengal C. Assam D. Jharkhand Explanation: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee opted out of the Centre s National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS) also know as "Modicare". It was announced by CM Mamata Banerjee. With this, the state becomes the first in the country to withdraw from the ambitious scheme. NHPS is the world s largest government healthcare scheme that will cover 10 crore poor families with an insurance coverage of Rs 5 lakh per year. Q4. India's 1st Online Radio Station named was launched recently in India. A. Radio Umang B. Radio Jazba C. Radio Aanand D. Radio Josh

3 Explanation: India's 1st Online Radio Station 'Radio Umang' was launched recently in India. Listeners can tune in to this online radio station through web streaming or download the app. With 24 hours programming, it has found listeners in Hindi speaking regions of India and in over 60 countries worldwide. It is themed around love, peace and happiness, the station airs enriching talk shows and soothing soulful music. Q5. will be the first female Hindu lawmaker in Pakistan since 1947 A. Krishna Kumari B. Anushka Sharma C. Sravanthi Rao D. Jaylakshmi Rai Explanation: Krishna Kumari will be the first female Hindu lawmaker in Pakistan since 1947 when Pakistan gained independence from Britain. Q6. has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Federative Republic of Brazil. A. Gurmeet Singh B. Ashok Das C. Gaurav Sharma D. Sumit Kumar Explanation: Ashok Das (IFS: 1987), presently Additional Secretary in the Ministry of External Affairs has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Federative Republic of Brazil. Q7. Who has won 2018 Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership?

4 A. Ellen Johnson Sirleaf B. Samuel Doe C. George Jeo D. Leymah Gbowee Explanation: Former Liberian president Ellen Johnson Sirleaf won Ibrahim Prize for Achievement in African Leadership. It is the world's biggest individual prize. The prize goes to her for demonstrating exceptional leadership. The award comes with $5 million (4.1 million euros), which is paid over 10 years, and $200,000 annually for life from then on. Sirleaf, Africa's first elected female head of state, left office on January 22 after a maximum 12 years as president, served in two terms. Q8. Which country to host 8th edition of Theatre Olympics? A. India B. China C. Japan D. Russia Explanation: For the first time, India will host Theatre Olympics. It is the 8th edition of Theatre Olympics. It will be inaugurated on February 17 at the Red Fort by Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu. It will conclude in Mumbai on April 8.

5 The 51-day theatre extravaganza will see 450 shows including 65 shows by international artists, 600 ambient performances and 250 youth forum shows. Over 25,000 artists from 30 countries will participate in the Theatre Olympics. Q9. Bolla Ramayya who passed away recently was related to which field? A. Politics B. Sports C. Cinema D. Journalism Explanation: TDP senior leader and former Union Minister Bolla Bulli Ramayya passed away. He was 92. Bulli Ramaiah was the party MP candidate in Eluru for the last 25 years since the inception of the TDP barring the 2009 and 2014 general elections. Q10. Which state government has decided to make use of Super Straw Management System while using the combine harvester machines mandatory for harvesting the paddy (rice) crop? A. Andhra Pradesh B. Punjab C. Bihar D. Madhya Pradesh Explanation: The Punjab government has decided to make use of Super Straw Management System while using the combine harvester machines mandatory for harvesting the paddy (rice) crop. Q11. India's first radio festival held in which city?

6 A. New Delhi B. Hyderabad C. Mumbai D. Bengaluru Explanation: India's first radio festival held in Delhi. The festival organised by the International of Women in Radio and Television (IWRT) in collaboration with UNESCO. The festival included live performances, an exhibition, and slotted panel discussions. The radio festival held to mark World Radio Day 2018, which was on February 13. The 2018 theme of World Radio Day was sports and radio. It traced the journey of creativity, music and social changes on the radio. Q12. has been sworn in as the 41st prime minister of Nepal. A. Khadga Prasad Oli B. Sushil Koirala C. Puspha Kamal Dahal D. Bidya Devi Bhandari Explanation: Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli from the Communist Party of Nepal (Unified Marxist- Leninist) has been sworn in as the 41st prime minister of Nepal. President Bidya Devi Bhandari administered the oath of office at Sheetal Niwas in the capital, Kathmandu. This will be Oli's second stint as prime minister. He previously held the top executive post from October 2015 to August 2016.

7 Q13. Which state government entered into a deal to sponsor India s men s and women s hockey teams for the next five years. A. Odisha B. Telangana C. Maharashtra D. Punjab Explanation: The Odisha government entered into a deal to sponsor India s men s and women s hockey teams for the next five years. The announcement was made by Odisha chief minister Naveen Patnaik, at an event in New Delhi. The new jerseys, with Odisha and India written on them, were officially released at the event. Q14. has won 23rd edition of the Senior Women's National Football Championship. A. Manipur B. Tamil Nadu C. Bengal D. Kerala Explanation: Tamil Nadu beat Manipur 2-1 to lift their maiden title in the 23rd edition of the Senior Women's National Football Championship at the Barabati Stadium, Cuttack, Odisha. Indumathi scored the opener in the 3rd minute while Indrani made it 2-0 in the 40th minute. Ratanbala scored the lone goal for Manipur in the 57th minute. Indumathi adjudged as the Player of the Final as well as the Tournament for her superlative performances.

8 Q15. China to host SCO summit in city A. Qingdao B. Dalian C. Wuhan D. Suzhou Explanation: China announced that 2018 summit of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) will be held in the city of Qingdao in June. The SCO is comprised of China, Russia, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, India and Pakistan. Q16. The 3rd edition of India Pharma 2018 and India Medical Device 2018 International conference and exhibition being held in which city? A. Nagpur B. Patna C. Hyderabad D. Bengaluru Answer: D Explanation: Union Minister of Chemicals & Fertilizers and Parliamentary Affairs, Ananthkumar inaugurated the 3rd edition of India Pharma 2018 and India Medical Device 2018, International conference and exhibition in Bengaluru. The three-day event is being organized by Department of Pharmaceuticals (DoP), Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, in collaboration with Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI). The theme of the event is Affordable, Quality Healthcare.

9 Q17. India Signed Second Loan Agreement with New Development Bank of USD Million for Rajasthan. A. USD 200 Million B. USD 150 Million C. USD 100 Million D. USD 50 Million Answer: C Explanation: The Loan Agreement for the financing of Rajasthan Water Sector Restructuring Project for the Desert Areas was signed between Government of India and the New Development Bank (NDB) on 13th February 2018 at New Delhi. This is the first tranche loan of USD 100 million approved by the NDB under the Multi-Tranche Financing Facility of USD 345 million for this project. Q18. Jacob Zuma Resigns as President. He was the president of A. South Africa B. Morocco C. Algeria D. Libya Explanation: South Africa's embattled President Jacob Zuma has resigned after intense pressure from his own party i.e African National Congress (ANC) Mr Zuma has been in power since His resignation followed weeks of intense public pressure to step down. He is facing corruption allegations. Q19. The India-Russia Agriculture Business Summit 2018 was held in which city? A. New Delhi

10 B. Mumbai C. Lucknow D. GandhiNagar Explanation: Q20. Sakkarakottai Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state? A. Andhra Pradesh B. Telangana C. Tamil Nadu D. Karnataka Answer: C Explanation: To Take These MCQs Test for Free Follow The Below Link!! For SBI Clerk Prelims Test Series Follow the Below Link!! For More Test Series Follow the Below Link!!

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CURRENT AFFAIRS. Check out details February 2018 CURRENT AFFAIRS Check out details https://www.successcds.net/currentaffairs/ 11 17 February 2018 Q1. Name the venue of the 2018 edition of World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS 2018)? a) New Delhi