Who among the following eminent personalities has received Bharat Ratna award? A. Satyajit Ray B. Indira Gandhi C. Mother Teresa D. All of these Explanation: The Ministry of Information & Broadcasting recently organised year-long centenary celebrations of late Satyajit Ray across India and abroad. The Government of India honored him with the Bharat Ratna, its […]

Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Scheme for Special Assistance to States for Capital Expenditure for 2021-22? A. The Ministry of Finance has decided to provide an additional amount of upto Rs 15,000 crore to States as interest free 50 year loan for spending on capital projects. B. Under the

Which of the following department administers the Legal Metrology Act 2009? A. Department of Consumer Affairs B. Department of Science & Technology C. Department of Economic Affairs D. None of these Explanation: The government and some transport companies have stepped up efforts to help cope with Co­vid-19 by facilitating the import of essential medicines, vaccines,

Who was Yudhvir Singh, recently seen in news? A. Indian freedom fighter B. Indian scientist C. Indian classical singer D. Former Chief Justice of India Explanation: Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu has presented the ‘Yudhvir Memorial Award’ to Hyderabad-based gynecologist, Dr. Evita Fernandez in recognition of her service for the cause of women’s healthcare and

Which of the following statements is/are correct with reference to the Codex Committee on Spices and Culinary Herbs (CCSCH)? A. It is the youngest of the Codex Commodity Committees. B. The Committee is chaired by India. C. Spices Board India is its Secretariat. D. ALL of these Explanation: Recently, the Codex Committee on Spices and