7 th 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 7 th May, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams May GA Quiz 7 Directions: Study the following questions carefully and answer the questions given below. 1. Which one of the following has recently been ranked as most trusted FMCG brand in India? A. Dabur B. Haldiram's C. Patanjali D. Parle E. None of these 2. A sports initiative 'Star Khel Mahakumbh' was launched at in Himachal Pradesh on 4th May in the presence of 1,500 athletes. A. Shimla B. Dharamshala C. Dalhousie D. Kullu E. None of these 3. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has recently allowed stock exchanges to extend the trading session for futures and options (F&O) segment from in the night beginning October 1, A. 9 AM to 11:55 PM B. 9:15 AM to 11:30 PM C. 9:30 AM to 11 PM D. 9 AM to 11:30 PM E. None of these 4. Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recently projected India s growth at what percent in 2018? A. 7.1 percent B. 7.2 percent C. 7.3 percent D. 7.4 percent E. None of these 5. India with which of the following countries hold the 29th International Maritime Boundary Line meeting?

3 A. Vietnam B. Bangladesh C. Sri Lanka D. Malaysia E. None of these 6. Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari recently announced sanctioning of for laying regional ring road around Hyderabad. A. Rs 4,500 crore B. Rs 5,500 crore C. Rs 4,900 crore D. Rs 5,100 crore E. None of these 7. A girl from which country was featured as the "brand ambassador" on the cover page of a booklet meant to promote 'Swachh Jamui Swasth Jamui' initiative in Bihar's Jamui district? A. Bangladesh B. Sri Lanka C. Pakistan D. Nepal E. None of these 8. Skill India has recently organized an Ajeevika and Kaushal Vikas Mela in which city? A. Bhubaneswar B. Chennai C. New Delhi D. Hyderabad E. None of these 9. Who has recently been has been nominated as the Global Leadership Ambassador for Women in Public Service Project (WPSP)? A. Hema Malini B. Juhi Chawla C. Shabana Azmi D. Zeenat Aman E. None of these 10. As per the recent news, 97.3-meter tall national flag, the tallest in the country will be installed in which city under Smart City Mission? A. Indore B. Guwahati C. Allahabad D. Gandhi Nagar E. None of these

4 Correct Answers: C B A C C B C A C B Explanations: 1. Who: Patanjali What: has been ranked as most trusted FMCG brand in India When: published on 5th May 2018 Patanjali Ayurved Limited has been ranked as India's most trusted Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brand in the TRA's Brand Trust Report The Patanjali Ayurved Limited was established in 2006 by Ramdev, along with Acharya Balkrishna, with the objective of establishing a science of Ayurveda in accordance and coordination with the latest technology and ancient wisdom. For the complete information kindly visit given link: 2. Who: Sports initiative 'Star Khel Mahakumbh' What: launched at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh When: published on 4th May 2018 For the complete information kindly read given lines:

5 A sports initiative 'Star Khel Mahakumbh' was launched at Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh on 4th May in the presence of 1,500 athletes. The athletes will compete in volleyball, basketball, cricket, football, kabaddi and athletics. The initiative has been designed in a manner as to attract participation of at least one lakh youth from across 5000 villages and 800 panchayats. 3. Who: SEBI What: allowed stock exchanges to extend trading timing for derivatives segment When: published on 4th may 2018 The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has allowed stock exchanges to extend the trading timing for the derivatives segment. According to a circular issued on Friday, the capital market regulator has permitted exchanges to allow derivative trading from 9 a.m. till 11:55 p.m. Currently, the timing for the derivative segment is the same as that for the cash segment, which is open between 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For the complete information kindly visit given link: 4. Who: Asian Development Bank (ADB) What: has projected India s growth at 7.3 percent in 2018

6 When: published on 5th may 2018 Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Takehiko Nakao noted that India s growth in 2018 would pick up to 7.3 percent. The ADB, in its Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2018 report released in April, had claimed that the Indian economy is set to expand by 7.3 percent in fiscal year (FY) 2018 and 7.6 percent in the next fiscal i.e FY Also developing Asia grew by 6.1 percent in 2017, and we expect growth will be 6 percent in For the complete information kindly visit given link: 5. Who: India and Sri Lanka What: hold the 29th International Maritime Boundary Line meeting When: published on 4th may 2018 The 29th International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) meeting between Sri Lanka and India was held onboard Indian Naval Ship Sumithra at the Indo-Sri Lanka Maritime Boundary Line off Kankasanthurai. The Sri Lankan delegation consisted of Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Coast Guard officials headed by Commander North Central Naval Area, Rear Admiral Muditha Gamage. Among the 11 officials represented Sri Lanka were Deputy Area Commander (North), Commodore Senarath Wijesooriya, Director Naval Operations, Commodore Sanjeewa Dias and Deputy Director and Director Operations of Sri Lanka Coast Guard, Captain Ravindra Thisera as well. Meanwhile, the Indian delegation was comprised of 9 officials headed by Flag Officer Commanding Tamil Nadu Naval Area, Rear Admiral Alok Bhatnagar.

7 Defence Attaché to the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka Captain Ashok Rao also attended this event. For the complete information kindly visit given link: 6. Who: Nitin Gadkari What: announced sanctioning of Rs 5,500 crore for laying regional ring road around Hyderabad When: published on 5th May 2018 Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has recently announced sanctioning of Rs 5,500 crore for laying regional ring road around Hyderabad. The 363 km proposed ring road is expected to ease the traffic problem in and around the city. The minister also announced Rs 1,700 crore for Telangana under Central Road Fund (CRF) and asked the state government to submit the proposals for sanctioning. For the complete information kindly visit given link: Who: A Pakistani girl

8 What: was featured as the "brand ambassador" on the cover page of a booklet meant to promote 'Swachh Jamui Swasth Jamui' initiative in Bihar's Jamui district When: published on 5th May 2018 Triggering a controversy, a Pakistani girl featured as the "brand ambassador" on the cover page of a booklet meant to promote 'Swachh Jamui Swasth Jamui' initiative in Bihar's Jamui district. It was also revealed that the girl was being promoted as the face of UNICEF in Pakistan for education. For the complete information kindly visit given link: 8. Who: Skill India What: has organized an Ajeevika and Kaushal Vikas Mela in Bhubaneswar When: published on 6th May 2018 Skill India organizes an Ajeevika and Kaushal Vikas Mela in Bhubaneswar Array of opportunities for youth to connect to New India vision of the country. Celebrating the spirit of New India, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), together joined hands to amplify the Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan of the current incumbent government which is promoting social harmony and awareness around the propoor initiatives of the government. For the complete information kindly visit given link:

9 9. Who: Shabana Azmi What: has been nominated as the Global Leadership Ambassador for Women in Public Service Project (WPSP) When: published on 6th May 2018 Veteran actress and social activist Shabana Azmi has been nominated as the Global Leadership Ambassador for Women in Public Service Project (WPSP), a Hillary Clinton-founded programme aimed at empowering the next generation of women around the world. According to the official WPSP website, it is an innovative initiative to advance women to positions of influence in governments and civic organisations worldwide, and was founded by Clinton in partnership with the US Department of State and the Seven Sister Colleges of Barnard College, Bryn Mawr College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College and Wellesley College. For the complete information kindly visit given link: Who: 97.3-meter tall national flag, the tallest in the country What: will be installed in Guwahati under Smart City Mission When: published on 6th May 2018 In Assam, 97.3 meter tall national flag, the tallest in the country will be installed in Guwahati under Smart City Mission.

10 Assam government will spend Rs 2.58 crore to set up a high-mast National Flag as part of the Smart City project. For the complete information kindly visit give link:

11 Top 10 News of the Day : 7 th May, In Assam, tallest flag to be installed under Smart City Mission. (Top 10 Current Affairs Question of 7 th May 2018) In Assam, 97.3 meter tall national flag, the tallest in the country will be installed in Guwahati under Smart City Mission. Assam government will spend Rs 2.58 crore to set up a high-mast National Flag as part of the Smart City project. 2. Shabana Azmi has been nominated as the Global Leadership Ambassador for Women in Public Service Project (WPSP). (7 th May 2018 Today s Current Affairs) Veteran actress and social activist Shabana Azmi has been nominated as the Global Leadership Ambassador for Women in Public Service Project (WPSP), a Hillary Clinton-founded programme aimed at empowering the next generation of women around the world. According to the official WPSP website, it is an innovative initiative to advance women to positions of influence in governments and civic organisations worldwide, and was founded by Clinton in partnership with the US Department of State and the Seven Sister Colleges of Barnard College, Bryn Mawr College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College and Wellesley College. 3. Skill India has organized an Ajeevika and Kaushal Vikas Mela in Bhubaneswar. (Current Affairs Questions 7 th May 2018) Skill India organizes an Ajeevika and Kaushal Vikas Mela in Bhubaneswar Array of opportunities for youth to connect to New India vision of the country. Celebrating the spirit of New India, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), together joined hands to amplify the Gram Swaraj Abhiyaan of the current incumbent

12 government which is promoting social harmony and awareness around the propoor initiatives of the government. 4. A Pakistani girl was featured as the "brand ambassador" on the cover page of a booklet meant to promote 'Swachh Jamui Swasth Jamui' initiative in Bihar's Jamui district. (Daily Current Affairs Quiz 7 th May 2018) Triggering a controversy, a Pakistani girl featured as the "brand ambassador" on the cover page of a booklet meant to promote 'Swachh Jamui Swasth Jamui' initiative in Bihar's Jamui district. It was also revealed that the girl was being promoted as the face of UNICEF in Pakistan for education. 5. Nitin Gadkari announced sanctioning of Rs 5,500 crore for laying regional ring road around Hyderabad. (Top 10 MCQs on Current Affairs of 7 th May 2018) Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has recently announced sanctioning of Rs 5,500 crore for laying regional ring road around Hyderabad. The 363 km proposed ring road is expected to ease the traffic problem in and around the city. The minister also announced Rs 1,700 crore for Telangana under Central Road Fund (CRF) and asked the state government to submit the proposals for sanctioning. 6. India and Sri Lanka hold the 29th International Maritime Boundary Line meeting. (Daily Dose of Current Affairs 7 th May 2018) The 29th International Maritime Boundary Line (IMBL) meeting between Sri Lanka and India was held onboard Indian Naval Ship Sumithra at the Indo-Sri Lanka Maritime Boundary Line off Kankasanthurai.

13 The Sri Lankan delegation consisted of Sri Lanka Navy and Sri Lanka Coast Guard officials headed by Commander North Central Naval Area, Rear Admiral Muditha Gamage. Among the 11 officials represented Sri Lanka were Deputy Area Commander (North), Commodore Senarath Wijesooriya, Director Naval Operations, Commodore Sanjeewa Dias and Deputy Director and Director Operations of Sri Lanka Coast Guard, Captain Ravindra Thisera as well. Meanwhile, the Indian delegation was comprised of 9 officials headed by Flag Officer Commanding Tamil Nadu Naval Area, Rear Admiral Alok Bhatnagar. Defence Attaché to the Indian High Commission in Sri Lanka Captain Ashok Rao also attended this event. 7. Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected India s growth at 7.3 percent in (7 th May 2018 Current Affairs Capsule) Asian Development Bank (ADB) President Takehiko Nakao noted that India s growth in 2018 would pick up to 7.3 percent. The ADB, in its Asian Development Outlook (ADO) 2018 report released in April, had claimed that the Indian economy is set to expand by 7.3 percent in fiscal year (FY) 2018 and 7.6 percent in the next fiscal i.e FY Also developing Asia grew by 6.1 percent in 2017, and we expect growth will be 6 percent in SEBI has allowed stock exchanges to extend trading timing for derivatives segment. (Daily Current Affairs Quiz 7 th May 2017) The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has allowed stock exchanges to extend the trading timing for the derivatives segment. According to a circular issued on Friday, the capital market regulator has permitted exchanges to allow derivative trading from 9 a.m. till 11:55 p.m. Currently, the timing for the derivative segment is the same as that for the cash segment, which is open between 9:15 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

14 9. Sports initiative 'Star Khel Mahakumbh' was launched at Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh. (May, 7 th 2018 Current and GK Questions) A sports initiative 'Star Khel Mahakumbh' was launched at Dharamshala in Himachal Pradesh on 4th May in the presence of 1,500 athletes. The athletes will compete in volleyball, basketball, cricket, football, kabaddi and athletics. The initiative has been designed in a manner as to attract participation of at least one lakh youth from across 5000 villages and 800 panchayats. 10. Patanjali has been ranked as most trusted FMCG brand in India. (Most Important Current Affairs Questions of 7 th May 2018) Patanjali Ayurved Limited has been ranked as India's most trusted Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) brand in the TRA's Brand Trust Report The Patanjali Ayurved Limited was established in 2006 by Ramdev, along with Acharya Balkrishna, with the objective of establishing a science of Ayurveda in accordance and coordination with the latest technology and ancient wisdom.

25 th April, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams

25 th April, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams April GA Quiz 25 Directions: Study the following questions carefully and answer