Current Affairs 17 July 2022
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| 1. | Which country has planned to launch a new space-based solar observatory? |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: China will launch its first comprehensive solar probe, the Advanced Space-based Solar Observatory. |
| 2. | The annual rate of inflation based on the all-India WPI is how many % for the month of June? |
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Answer: Option A Explanation: The annual rate of inflation based on the All-India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) is 15.18 per cent for the month of June, in a marginal drop from May when the figure stood at 15.88 per cent. |
| 3. | The CCEA has approved Taranga Hill-Ambaji-Abu Road new rail line. This railway line is between which of these two states? |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved Taranga Hill-Ambaji-Abu Road new rail line in Gujarat and Rajasthan to provide connectivity and improve mobility. |
| 4. | Which bank partners with NITI to train and hire data engineers? |
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Answer: Option A Explanation: NIIT Institute of Finance, Banking and Insurance (NIIT IFBI) - a subsidiary of NIIT Limited has announced a strategic partnership with HDFC Bank to build new-age Digital Talent for the banking industry. |
| 5. | Which state has become the 1st state in the country to initiate the process of implementing the Centre's New Education Policy? |
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Answer: Option B Explanation: Uttarakhand became the 1st state in the country to initiate the process of implementing the Centre's New Education Policy (NEP). |
| 6. | Which state, Union cabinet has approved the setting up of the Gati Shakti University? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: Union Cabinet has approved the up-gradation of the National Rail and Transportation Institute (NRTI) to Gati Shakti University in Gujarat. |
| 7. | The Delhi government has joined hands with which organization to create employment opportunities for students of the DSEU? |
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Answer: Option C Explanation: The Delhi government has joined hands with UNICEF to create employment opportunities for students of the Delhi Skill and Entrepreneurship University (DSEU). |
| 8. | Which is the Theme of 2022 World Youth Skills Day? |
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Answer: Option D Explanation: The World Youth Skills Day Theme 2022 is "Transforming youth skills for the future". |