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| 1. | Ajay Kumar Tripathi passed away on 2 May due to coronavirus. He was former Chief Justice of which state? |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: Former Chief Justice of Chhattisgarh High Court Justice Ajay Kumar Tripathi (retd) passed away on 2 May. He was 62 years old. He died after suffering cardiac arrest at AIIMS in Delhi. He was tested positive for coronavirus on 2 April. |
| 2. | International Astronomy Day is celebrated on which date? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: International Astronomy Day is celebrated on 2 May. The day is celebrated twice a year, one in autumn and another in spring. The next Astronomy Day will be observed on 26 September 2020. The day is celebrated by enthusiasts and professionals to share their knowledge and love of outer space with the general public. |
| 3. | The International Fire Fighters Day is celebrated on which date? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: The International Fire Fighters Day is celebrated on May 4. The day is commemorated to recognize the sacrifices of firefighters. Also, the day creates awareness to make sure the environment and communities are as safe as possible. |
| 4. | The National Mission for Clean Ganga operating (NMCG) under Ministry of Jal Shakti launched "IDEAthon" titled "The future of River Management". Who is current Jal Shakti Minister? |
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Answer: Option A Explanation: On 2 May 2020, the National Mission for Clean Ganga operating (NMCG) under Ministry of Jal Shakti and National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) launched "IDEAthon" titled "The future of River Management" to explore how the COVID-19 crisis can shape River Management strategies for the future. The move focuses on creating awareness about the ecological importance and economic potential of the rivers to help the cities.Gajendra Singh Shekhawat is an Indian politician from Rajasthan who is currently serving as Union Cabinet Minister in Ministry of Jal Shakti. |
| 5. | In which state more than 2,500 pigs were killed due to African Swine Flu? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: On May 3, 2020, the Assam Government confirmed that more than 2,500 pigs in 306 villages were killed due to African Swine Flu in Assam. There was no relevance brought with COVID-19.
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| 6. | What is India's ranks among countries in scientific publication according to survey conducted by the National Science and Technology Management Information? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: The National Science and Technology Management Information (NSTMIS), Department of Science and Technology (DST), has conducted a survey on Research and Development (R&D) Statistics and Indicators 2019-20. As per the survey, India ranks 3rd among countries in a scientific publication. |
| 7. | Which of the following states has the highest mortality rate in the country at 12.8 per cent in COVID-19 cases? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: West Bengal has the highest mortality rate in the country at 12.8 per cent, according to Inter Ministerial Central Team (IMCT) leader Apoorva Chandra. This extremely high mortality rate is a clear indication of low testing, weak surveillance and tracking. |
| 8. | The Union Minister Narendra Singh Tomar launched which collection that will showcase daily utility products made by rural self-help groups? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: The Union Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj and Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Narendra Singh Tomar launched "The Saras Collection" on the Government e-Marketplace (GeM) portal at Krishi Bhavan in New Delhi on 4 May 2020. It is a unique initiative of GeM and the DeenDayalAntyodaya Yojana-National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), Ministry of Rural Development. The Saras Collection will showcase daily utility products made by rural self-help groups (SHGs). |