0 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 22.10.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. Which organization issued new guidelines banning the use of words like "natural" and "organic" by brands to combat greenwashing and misleading environmental claims? Advertising Standards Council of India Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Bureau of Indian Standards Explanation: New guidelines ban the use of words like natural, organic, etc. By brands. The guidelines have been issued by the consumer protection authority of india to combat greenwashing and misleading environmental claims in advertising products. Greenwashing refers to deceptive practice in which companies make exaggerated or false claims about the environmental benefits of their products or services, often using vague terms such as "natural," "organic," or "eco-friendly." According to the consumer protection authority, this strategy misleads consumers and undermines genuine environmental efforts. 2 / 10 Q2. Which bank inaugurated its first branch in Singapore after being granted a wholesale banking license by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS)? ICICI Bank State Bank of India Axis Bank HDFC Bank Explanation: The first branch in Singapore inaugurated by HDFC to expand financial services. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has granted a wholesale banking license to HDFC Bank effective October 15, 2024. This will enable the bank to offer a wider range of financial products and services to Singapore residents. HDFC Bank will continue to provide loan-related administrative services to nris in Singapore for obtaining home loans and purchasing properties in India through its new branch. Rakesh Singh, Group Head, International Banking, Investment Banking, Private Banking, Digital Ecosystems & BAS, HDFC Bank, inaugurated the branch. 3 / 10 Q3. In which country did President Murmu receive an honorary doctorate? Algeria Kenya Libya Angola Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu received an honorary doctorate in political science from Sidi Abdellah Science and Technology Pole University in Algiers. The doctorate was presented to Murmu by Kamal Baddari, Algeria’s Minister of Higher Education and Scientific Research. President Murmu highlighted India’s commitment to providing quality education at affordable prices. After Algerian independence, diplomatic relations between both countries were established in July 1962. 4 / 10 Q4. District version of PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan was launched for how many aspiring districts? 29 28 22 27 Explanation: PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan’s district version has been launched for 27 aspirational districts. The district version of the plan will cover over 750 districts in the next 18 months, according to Commerce & Industry Minister Piyush Goyal. PM GatiShakti’s National Master Plan has recently completed three years. On the occasion of three years of PM Gati Shakti, District Master Plan has been launched. Guidelines have been issued by the Minister to help cities prepare their logistics plan. The government had expanded the ambit of PM Gati Shakti to social infrastructure to map power distribution lines, schools, hospitals and others using the ‘Area Development Approach’ initiative. 5 / 10 Q5. India has provided a new loan facility of Rs 487.60 crore to the government of which country? Mauritius Sri Lanka Indonesia Myanmar Explanation: A new Line of Credit for 487.60 crore rupees has been extended by India to the government of Mauritius. The purpose of this line of credit is to finance the replacement of a water pipeline. This is the first time that India has ever offered a Line of Credit denominated in rupees to finance a project in any nation through the Indian Development and Economic Assistance Scheme (IDEAS). The project aims to replace Mauritius's around 100 km of obsolete water pipeline. State Bank of India will finance the Government of India-supported Line of Credit at concessional terms. 6 / 10 Q6. Consider the following statements about amendments to income tax rules. 1. Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified amendments to income tax rules. 2. The Income Tax Act regulations have been modified to allow tax deductions for salaried employees for any tax that is collected or deducted at source. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified amendments to income tax rules. CBDT has notified these amendments to simplify the process of claiming credit for TCS collected and TDS deducted for salaried employees. The amendments has also been notified to enable the claiming of TCS credit for minors in the hands of their parents. The Income Tax Act regulations have been modified to allow tax deductions for salaried employees for any tax that is collected or deducted at source. Additionally, when the minor collectee's income is combined with their parent's, the laws now permit the credit of TCS to an individual other than the collectee, such as the child's parent. Form No. 12BAA has been introduced as the prescribed statement of particulars required to be furnished by employees. 7 / 10 Q7. Government and by whom was the 'Save from Scams' campaign launched? Google Meta IBM Microsoft Explanation: Scam se Bacho’ Campaign has been launched by the Government and Meta. To combat online scams, the government and Meta have launched the “Scam se Bacho” campaign. This initiative of Meta has been launched in collaboration with the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) and the Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C). Its main aim is to combat the growing menace of scams and cyber fraud. It is part of the government’s commitment to address the rising cases of online scams and enhancing cyber safety. More than 1.1 million cyber fraud cases have been reported in 2023. This campaign can be a national movement that can empower Indian citizens with the tools and knowledge to protect themselves from these threats. 8 / 10 Q8. How many policies did Andhra Pradesh issue to promote economic development? Two Six Three Four Explanation: Andhra Pradesh released six policies to foster economic growth. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister released six transformative policies to boost industrial and economic growth. The new policies aim to mobilize ₹30 lakh core investments across the manufacturing sector. It will generate employment of more than five lakh over the next five years. One industrial park would be set up in each of the 175 Assembly constituencies. The A.P. Food Processing Policy 4.0 is set to attract ₹30,000 crore investments and create three lakh jobs. The A.P. Electronics Policy 4.0 targets to mobilize ₹84,000 crore investments and create five-lakh jobs. The A.P. Integrated Clean Energy Policy 4.0 sets an ambitious agenda for transitioning to renewable energy. 9 / 10 Q9. In which city was the India-Türkiye Friendship Association launched? Hyderabad Jaipur Kanpur New Delhi Explanation: Indo-Turkiye Friendship Association has been launched in Hyderabad. The Indo-Turkiye Friendship Association (ITFA) has been launched to strengthen relations between India and Turkiye. This initiative aims to foster cooperation in areas such as economy and trade, culture and tourism, science and technology, and education. The association will focus on commonalities between India and Turkiye and organising cultural events. One of the key objectives of ITFA is to introduce Hyderabad as an important destination for Turkish tourists. 10 / 10 Q10. The constitutional validity of Section ____ of the Citizenship Act has been upheld by the Supreme Court by a majority verdict of 4:1. 5A 6A 7A 8A Explanation: The constitutional validity of Section 6A of the Citizenship Act has been upheld by the Supreme Court by a majority verdict of 4:1. This section is related to the grant of Indian citizenship to immigrants in Assam. Supreme Court held that Parliament had the legislative competence to enact the provision. The five-judge Constitution bench said that Assam Accord was a political solution to the problem of illegal migration. The five-judge Constitution bench was headed by Chief Justice DY Chandrachud. In 1985, the section 6A was inserted after the Assam Accord. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation Education Ministry launches registration portal for fifth phase of Yuva Sangam under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB) initiative New guidelines ban the use of words like natural, organic, etc. By brands
