ENGLISH QUIZ 02.12.2021

1. In which state Indian Railways is building the world’s highest bridge?

A. Manipur

B. Karnataka

C. Madhya Pradesh

D. Maharashtra

2. Which state’s police has officially launched the “Call Your Cop” mobile app for the citizens?

A. Manipur

B. Nagaland

C. Gujarat

D. West Bengal

3.Which country has become the world’s newest republic after Queen Elizabeth’s reign ended?

A. Jamaica

B. England

C. Barbados

D. Belize

4. World AIDS Day is celebrated on?

A. 30 November

B. 29 November

C. 02 December

D. 01 December

5. Which country has recently announced to build the world’s first floating city by 2025?

A. South Korea

B. Australia

C. Denmark

D. Singapore

6. Which state has recently started ‘Street Project’ to promote tourism?

A. Tripura

B. Kerala

C. Manipur

D. Assam

7. Which word has been declared as the word of the year 2021 by Merriam-Webster dictionary?

A. Lockdown

B. Aapatkal

C. Veccine

D. Covid

8. Who won the Malaysian Open Championship?

A. Aifa Aajman

B. Miguel Rodriguez

C. Aifa  Ghoshal

D. Saurav Ghoshal

9. Consider the following statements related to Judges Bill:

1. The Judges Bill was introduced by The Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju in Lok Sabha.

2. Currently, the retired High Court and Supreme Court judges are provided with additional quantum of pension on completing 80 years or 55 years or 90 years or 95 years or 100 years which ever the case may be.

Which of the above statement/statements are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

10. Consider the following statements:

1. Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has formed a three-member committee to review the criteria for reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category in terms of the provisions of the explanation to Article 15 of the Constitution.

2. The committee has been asked to complete its work within one week.

3. Former Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey will head the committee.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 are correct

B. 1 and 3 are correct

C. 2 and 3 are correct

D. All of the above

11. Consider the following statements:

1. Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh launched a “unique” face recognition technology on November 29, 2021.

2. The face recognition technology would act as a proof of life certificate’ for pensioners.

Which of the above statement/statements are correct?

A. 1 only

B. 2 only

C. Both 1 and 2

D. Neither 1 nor 2

12. Consider the following statements:

1. Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India at Tribes India Aadi Mahotsav on Saturday, 27th November 2021.

2. The dignitaries comprise of diplomats from more than 20 countries like Kiribati, Poland, Mexico, South Korea, Laos, Thailand, Bangladesh, Switzerland, Brazil, Maldives and US.

3. Conclave was also attended by delegates from international organizations like United Nations as well.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A. 1 and 2 are correct

B. 1 and 3 are correct

C. 2 and 3 are correct

D. All of the above

Answer:

Answer: 1) A

Explanation

• The record of the world’s highest bridge built in Europe will soon be broken due to the bridge being built in Manipur. The world’s highest bridge is in Montenegro, Europe. Its name is Mala Rijeka Viaduct and the height is 139 meters. At the same time, the height of the bridge to be built in Manipur will be 141 meters. A new record will be set as soon as this bridge is built.
• This bridge is being constructed by Indian Railways at Noney Valley in Manipur. Bridge is having the height of 141 metres.
• It is a part of ambitious 111 Kilometre long Jiribam-Imphal railway line.
• It is being constructed with the aim of connecting the capital of Manipur with broad gauge network of India.

Answer: 2) B

Explanation

• Nagaland DGP T. John Longkumer officially launched the ‘Call your Cop’ mobile App at Police Headquarters in Kohima.
• The App was developed by Excellogics Tech Solutions Pvt Ltd.
• Significant features of the app include- alerts, directory, SOS, tourist tips, nearest police station and search.
• This app can be downloaded from google store on any android phone.

Answer: 3) C

Explanation

• Barbados ditched Britain’s Queen Elizabeth as head of state, forging a new republic  with its first-ever president and severing its last remaining colonial bonds nearly 400 years after the first English ships arrived at the Caribbean island.
• Barbados was declared a republic at midnight on 29 November 2021.
• Governor General Sandra Mason has been made the President of the country.
• He has been appointed by Queen Elizabeth II.

Answer: 4) D

Explanation

• World AIDS Day is observed across the globe on 1st December every year since 1988.
• According to the National AIDS Control Organisation, around 2.14 million people live with AIDS in India as of 2017.
• India is home to the third largest population of persons with AIDS in the world after South Africa and Nigeria as of 2018.

Answer: 5) A

Explanation

• South Korea is soon going to get the world’s first floating city, to deal with the problem of floods due to rising sea levels.
• The floating city project is a joint effort by the UN Human Settlement Programme (UN-Habit) and OCEANIX.
• The city will be built off the coast of Busan in South Korea and is likely to be completed by 2025.

Answer: 6) B

Explanation

• Kerala Tourism is set to launch “STREET Project” at select spots across seven districts, in order to take tourism deep into the interiors and hinterland of the state.
• STREET is an acronym for “Sustainable, Tangible, Responsible, Experiential, Ethnic, Tourism hubs”.
• This project will help visitors to experience the diversity of offerings at these places.

Answer: 7) C

Explanation

• American publishing company Merriam-Webster has chosen the word “vaccine” as its 2021 Word of the Year.
• Merriam-Webster is America’s most trusted online dictionary for English word definitions, meanings and pronunciations.
• It has been proclaiming the Word of the Year since 2008.
• The word “vaccine” saw a 601 percent increase in definition lookups compared to the year 2020.

Answer: 8) D

Explanation

• Indian Squash star, Saurav Ghosal has scripted history as he has become the first Indian squash player to win the Malaysian Open Championships.
• The second-seeded Ghosal beat Miguel Rodriguez of Colombia 11-7, 11-8 and 13-11 in the men’s singles final in Kuala Lumpur to win the 2021 Malaysian Open Squash Championships title.
• On the other hand, the women’s singles title of the 2021 Malaysian Open squash championships has been won by Malaysia’s Aifa Azman.

Answer: 9) A

Explanation

• The Judges Bill was introduced by The Union Law Minister Kiren Rijiju in Lok Sabha.
• The bill intends to amend the High Court Judges (Salaries and Conditions of Service) Act and Supreme Court Judges (Salaries and Condition of Service) Act.
• The bill seeks to bring clarity whether the SC and HC judges are entitled to get additional pension on attaining a certain age.
• Currently, every retired judge or his family (after his death) is entitled to get an additional quantum of pension. This is generally referred as family pension.
• Currently, the retired High Court and Supreme Court judges are provided with additional quantum of pension on completing 80 years or 85 years or 90 years or 95 years or 100 years which ever the case may be.

Answer: 10) B

Explanation

• Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has formed a three-member committee to review the criteria for reservation for the Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) category in terms of the provisions of the explanation to Article 15 of the Constitution.
• The committee has been asked to complete its work within three weeks. Former Finance Secretary Ajay Bhushan Pandey will head the committee.
• The panel will review the criteria determining the EWS category.
• It will examine approaches followed in identifying EWS category.
• It will analyse and recommend a new criteria to identify the EWS in the country.

Answer: 11) C

Explanation

• Minister of State for Personnel Jitendra Singh launched a “unique” face recognition technology on November 29, 2021.
• The face recognition technology would act as a proof of life certificate’ for pensioners.
• It will ensure ease of living for retired & elderly citizens.
• All pensioners are required to submit their life certificate annually in order to receive pension.
• Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions has also implemented a facility to give certificate digitally.
• Central government has been sensitive towards the needs of pensioners as well as to ensure ease of living for them.

Answer: 12) D

Explanation

• In line with the  Prime Minister’s vision for Vocal for Local and building a self-reliant India, and to introduce the rich tribal heritage to international audiences, a Tribes India Conclave was organized in association with the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India at Tribes India Aadi Mahotsav on Saturday, 27th November 2021.
• The dignitaries comprise of diplomats from more than 20 countries like Kiribati, Poland, Mexico, South Korea, Laos, Thailand, Bangladesh, Switzerland, Brazil, Maldives and US.
• Conclave was also attended by delegates from international organizations like United Nations as well.
• During the conclave, dignitaries took a look at stalls of tribal artisans from India and showed their willingness to learn more about unique handicrafts and traditions.
• There were 200 stalls on display that showcased products like traditional weaves, jewellery, paintings and toys.
• They were given a glimpse into tribal arts and crafts.