Monthly Current Affairs Quiz - November 2021 PDF

Monthly Current Affairs Quiz – November 2021 PDF

Q1. Name the first ever Shatabdi Express train of the Indian Railways to receive the Integrated Management
Systems (IMS) certification?
Answer: Chennai-Mysore-Chennai Shatabdi Express
The Chennai-Mysore-Chennai Shatabdi Express has become the first train of Southern Railway to
receive Integrated Management Systems (IMS) certification. It got the certificate for world-class maintenance of
the train, environment -friendly resources and convenient and safe travel of the passengers. It is also the first
Shatabdi train and the only second mail/express train of Indian Railways to receive this prestigious certification.
Q2. Union Minister Jitendra Singh recently dedicated Sardar Patel Leadership Centre to the nation at which
place?
Answer: Mussoorie
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh dedicated to the nation “Sardar Patel Leadership Centre” at Lal Bahadur Shastri
National Academy of Administration (LBSNAA) in Mussoorie.
Q3. The National Cooperative Development Corporation ( NCDC) has unveiled the “Dairy Sahakar” for
enhancing the sector. What is the total fund outlay for the scheme?
Answer: Rs 5000 crore
The Union Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah launched the “Dairy Sahakar” scheme on October 31, 2021 at
Anand, Gujarat during a function organised by Amul to celebrate the 75th Foundation Year of Amul. Total outlay
of the Dairy Sahakar scheme is Rs 5000 crore.The scheme will be implemented by National Cooperative
Development Corporation ( NCDC) under Ministry of Cooperation.
Q4. In the present time, which company is the most valuable publicly-traded company by market
capitalisation in the world?
Answer: Microsoft
Microsoft Corp. has surpassed Apple Inc. to become the world’s most valuable publicly-traded company by
market capitalisation on October 29, 2021.
Q5. Who has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Company Law Appellate Tribunal
(NCLAT)?
Answer: Justice Ashok Bhushan
Centre has appointed former Supreme Court Judge Justice Ashok Bhushan as the new Chairperson of the
National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT), for a period of four years or until he attains the age of 70
years, whichever is the earliest..
Q6. November 01 is annually commemorated as _________

Answer: World Vegan Day
World Vegan Day is held every year on November 1.
Q7. Netherlands based financial services firm KPMG has roped in whom as the CEO of its KPMG India division?
Answer: Yezdi Nagporewalla
Financial services firm KMPG has announced the appointment of senior partmer Yezdi Nagporewalla as the
new chief executive officer (CEO) for the India division.
Q8. Who has been appointed as the President of National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) ?
Answer: Justice Ramalingam Sudhakar
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Justice Ramalingam Sudhakar has been appointed as the new President of quasi-judicial body, National
Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) for five years or till he attains the age of 67 years.
Q9. Which country was the host nation for the G20 Summit 2021?
Answer: Italy
The 2021 G20 (Group of Twenty) Summit was held in Rome, Italy on October 30 and 31, 2021. It was
the 16th meeting of G20 group. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Italian Prime Minister Mario
Draghi.
Q10. The ‘Ganga Utsav 2021 – The River Festival’ is which edition of the annual Ganga festival?
Answer: 5th
The 5th edition of the three day-long Ganga Utsav has been organised from November 01 to 03, 2021 in virtual
format. The “Ganga Utsav 2021 – The River Festival “ will not only celebrate the glory of river Ganga but all the
rivers of the country to promote the celebration of ‘Nadi Utsav’ (River Festival).
Q11. The Indian Navy frigate TUSHIL has recently been launched in which country?
Answer: Russia
The seventh Indian Navy frigate of the P1135.6 class was launched at the Yantar Shipyard at Kaliningrad in Russia
on October 28, 2021. The ship has been formally named as Tushil, a Sanskrit word which means protector shield.
Q12. Sports Ministry has inaugurated three new Khelo India Sports Centres of Excellence (KISCE) at Delhi,
Lucknow and Chennai. With this how many KISCE are now operational in India?
Answer: 27
The total number of KISCEs in India has increased to 27 spread across 26 States and Union Territories.
Q13. Which international financial institution has signed USD 40 million health project agreement with India
for the state of Meghalaya?
Answer: World Bank
The Government of India and the World Bank have inked USD 40 million health project agreement for the state
of Meghalaya on October 28, 2021.
Q14. The G20 Summit 2021 was which edition of the annual event?
Answer: 16th
It was the 16th meeting of G20 group. The meeting was held under the chairmanship of Italian Prime Minister
Mario Draghi.
Q15. Centre has formed an Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) headed by Cabinet Secretary to review
and monitor implementation of the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (NMP). The EGoS has how many
members?
Answer: 20
Centre has constituted an Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) to review and monitor the mechanism for
the development and implementation of the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (NMP). The Cabinet
Secretary will be the Chairperson of 20-member EGoS.
Q16. Which word has been chosen as the Word of the Year 2021 by Oxford English Dictionary ?
Answer: Vax
Vax has been chosen as the word of the year by the Oxford English Dictionary (OED) in 2021. Vax derived from
the Latin word vacca, which means cow.
Q17. Which day is celebrated as International Day to End Impunity for Crimes annually?
Answer: 02 November
The International Day to End Impunity for Crimes against Journalists is observed annually on 2 November.
Q18. Which country has named its native long-tailed bat as the Bird of the Year 2021?
Answer: New Zealand
The critically endangered New Zealand long-tailed bat has been named as the New Zealand Bird of the Year
2021.
Q19. The G20 member nation leaders have committed to take action to limit global warming at what level
above pre-industrial levels?
Answer: 1.5 degrees Celsius
The G20 leaders committed to take action to limit global warming at 1.5 degrees Celsius above pre-industrial
levels.
Q20. Alan Davidson, who has passed away recently was the cricket all rounder of which country?
Answer: Australia
The Australian and New South Wales cricket all-rounder Alan Davidson has passed away at the age of 92.
Q21. Which Indian philanthropist has topped the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2021?
Answer: Azim Premji
Azim Premji, the founder-chairman of Wipro Ltd has topped the EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2021.
Q22. Lovlina Borgohain has been honoured with the Major Dhyan Chand KhelRatna Award 2021. She is
related to which sports?
Answer: Boxing
Q23. Which life insurance company is acquiring 100% shareholding in the Exide Life Insurance Company
Limited?
Answer: HDFC Life Insurance
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the accquisition of 100% shareholding in Exide Life
Insurance Company Limited by HDFC Life Insurance Company. The acquisition has been approved under Section
31(1) of the Competition Act, 2002.
Q24. Which organisation has recently launched the ‘Whistle-blower Portal’?

Answer: IREDA
The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Ltd. (IREDA) has launched a ‘Whistle-blower Portal’ as a part
of celebration of ‘Vigilance Awareness Week 2021’.
Q25. The Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD) has partnered with e-commerce firm to help its skilled
artisans sell product online?
Answer: Flipkart
The e-commerce marketplace Flipkart has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ministry of
Rural Development (MoRD) to support the ambitious Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihood
Mission (DAY-NRLM) program.
Q26. IRCTC has joined hands with Truecaller to safeguard critical communication via its integrated helpline
number from fraudulent activities. What is the integrated Helpline number of Indian Railways?
Answer: 139
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) has entered into a partnership with caller
identification platform Truecaller, in an effort to reduce fraudulent activities. Under the agreement,
the integrated Helpline Number of Indian Railways, 139, will now be verified by Truecaller Business Identity
solutions.
Q27. Ahmad Shah Ahmadzai who has passed away recently was the former Prime Minister of which country?
Answer: Afghanistan
Former Afghan Prime Minister Ahmad Shah Ahmadzai has passed away. He was 78. He served as acting prime
minister of Afghanistan from 1995 to 1996.
Q28. How many awardees have been conferred with the Arjuna Awards in 2021 for outstanding performance
in Sports and Games?
Answer: 35
Q29. The Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime achievement in Sports and Games 2021 has been conferred upon
how many awardees?
Answer: 5
Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime achievement in Sports and Games 2021-(Total winners-05)
Q30. Which University has won the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA) Trophy 2021?
Answer: Panjab University
Q31. PM Modi has recently inaugurated the statue of Shri Adi Shankaracharya at which place?
Answer: Kedarnath
PM inaugurated the reconstructed Shri Adi Shankaracharya Samadhi (final resting place) at the premises of the
Kedarnath Temple in Rudraprayag district of Uttarakhand and unveiled the statue of Shri Adi Shankaracharya at
the Samadhi. The Samadhi was damaged in the 2013 Kedarnath flood. The 12-feet long statue weighing around
35 tonnes (35,000kg) has been constructed by Mysore-based sculptor Arjun Yogiraj.
Q32. The 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference of Parties (COP26) was held in which place?
Answer: Glasgow
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was on five-day official visit to Italy, the city-state of Vatican, and the United
Kingdom to attend the G20 Summit in Rome and Conference of Parties (COP26) in Glasgow.
Q33. RBI has issued revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled Commercial Banks. The
new framework will be effective from which date?
Answer: January 01, 2022
The Reserve Bank of India has issued revised Prompt Corrective Action (PCA) Framework for Scheduled
Commercial Banks and it will be effective from January 1, 2022.
Q34. India’s first open air rooftop drive-in movie theatre has been unveiled in which city?
Answer: Mumbai
The first open air rooftop drive-in movie theatre in India has been inaugurated at Jio World Drive mall of
Reliance Industries’ in Mumbai, Maharashtra on November 05, 2021.
Q35. The Ministry of Finance has issued guidelines to be adopted by all public sector banks (PSBs) on Staff
Accountability Framework for NPA Accounts up to _________?
Answer: Rs 50 crore
Department of Financial Services (DFS), under the finance ministry, has issued guidelines to be adopted by
all public sector banks (PSBs) on Staff Accountability Framework for NPA Accounts up to Rs. 50 crore’.
Q36. What is the name of the tokenization solution launched by PhonePe?

Answer: SafeCard
Digital Payment firm, PhonePe has launched a tokenization solution named ‘SafeCard’ for online debit and credit
card transactions.
Q37. India has committed to become carbon neutral and achieve net zero carbon emissions by which year at
the COP26 Summit?
Answer: 2070
India would become carbon neutral and achieve net zero carbon emissions by the year 2070.
Q38. Who has been appointed as the new head coach of the Indian men’s national cricket team by BCCI?
Answer: Rahul Dravid
Former captain Rahul Dravid has been appointed as the head coach of the Indian men’s cricket team by the
BCCI. The former right-handed batsman has been appointed for a period of two years till the 2023 50-over
World Cup.
Q39. The multinational ‘Blue Flag-2021’ air combat exercise was hosted by which country?
Answer: Israel
The Mirage 2000 aircraft squadron of the Indian Air Force took part in the Blue Flag 2021 international exercise
in Israel. The biennial event was held at Ovda Air Force Base in Israel from October 17 to October 28, 2021. It is
organised by the Israeli Air Force since 2013
Q40. What is the name of the health card scheme launched by Ministry of Home Affairs for the Central Armed
Police Force (CAPFs) and their dependants?
Answer: Ayushmaan
The Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Shri Amit Shah launched the pan-India ‘Ayushmaan CAPF’
Scheme health cards in New Delhi on November 02, 2021.
Q41. The World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed every year on which day?
Answer: November 05
The World Tsunami Awareness Day is observed ever year on November 5 to raise awareness in areas such as
tsunami early warning, public action and building back better after a disaster to reduce future impacts..
Q42. Yahoo Inc has stopped its service in which of these countries due to increasingly challenging business
and legal environment in the country?
Answer: China
Yahoo Inc. has announced that the company has stopped providing service in mainland China with effect from
November 01, 2021 due to the increasingly challenging business and legal environment in the country.
Q43. Name the winner of the 2021 Booker Prize for Fiction?
Answer: Damon Galgut
South African writer Damon Galgut has been awarded with the prestigious 2021 Booker Prize for Fiction on
November 3, 2021. Galgut has won the prize for his novel`The Promise’.
Q44. Name the Indian boxer who has claimed a bronze medal at the 2021 AIBA Men’s World Boxing
Championships in 54 kg category?
Answer: Akash Kumar
Indian boxer Akash Kumar managed to clinch bronze medal at the 2021 AIBA Men’s World Boxing
Championships on November 05, 2021 at Belgrade in Serbia.
Q45. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Barclays?

Answer: C.S. Venkatakrishnan
Indian-American banker C.S. Venkatakrishnan (known as Venkat) has been appointed as the group chief
executive (CEO) of the British multinational bank Barclays on November 01, 2021
Q46. Name the satellite launched by China dedicated to serving the United Nations 2030 Sustainable
Development Agenda
Answer: Guangmu
China has launched an Earth science satellite named Guangmu into space from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch
Center in the northern Shanxi Province. Guangmu is the world’s first Earth-science satellite dedicated to serving
the United Nations 2030 Sustainable Development Agenda.
Q47. The International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is
observed annually on which day?
Answer: November 06
The International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is
an international day observed annually on November 6.
Q48. Which Indian air force squadron participated in the Blue Flag 2021 international exercise?
Answer: Mirage 2000s
From India, Indian Air Force Mirage 2000s was deployed at the exercise.
Q49. Which of the following is not among the three parameters announced in the revised PCA Framework by
RBI?
A) Capital
B) Asset Quality
C) CRAR
D) Leverage
Answer: Option C
Monitoring areas in the revised PCA framework: Capital, Asset Quality and Leverage are the key areas that will
be monitored by RBI for all banks.
Q50. Under the revised PCA Framework, RBI will track which of these indicators to check the capital of a
bank?
Answer: CRAR
To keep track of Capital, Asset Quality and Leverage the indicators that would be tracked are: CRAR/ Common
Equity Tier I Ratio, Net NPA Ratio and Tier I Leverage Ratio respectively. i.e to track Capital of a bank RBI will see
RAR/ Common Equity Tier I Ratio of the bank, to track Asset Quality of the bank, RBI will track Net NPA Ratio of
the bank, similarly, to track Leverage of the bank, RBI will track Tier I Leverage Ratio of the bank.
Q51. Name the winner of the 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix
Answer: Max Verstappen
Max Verstappen (Red Bull – Netherlands) has won the 2021 Mexico City Grand Prix held at the Autódromo
Hermanos Rodríguez in Mexico City on November 07, 2021.
Q52. Which day has been dedicated as the International Day of Radiology (IDoR)?
Answer: November 08
The International Day of Radiology (IDoR) is held annually on November 8 to promote the role of medical
imaging in modern healthcare.
Q53. India has collaborated with which country to launch the Green Grids Initiative One Sun One World One
Grid’ (GGI-OSOWOG)?
Answer: United Kingdom

India and the United Kingdom have jointly launched Green Grids Initiative One Sun One World One Grid’ (GGI-
OSOWOG) during the World Leaders’ Summit of COP26 on November 02, 2021.
Q54. Who is the author of the book “The Sage with Two Horns”?
Answer: Sudha Murty
Renowned Indian author Sudha Murty has come out with her latest book for children titled “The Sage with Two
Horns”, revolving around lesser known facts of Indian mythology.
Q55. When is the National Cancer Awareness Day observed across India?
Answer: November 07
Every year on November 7, India observes National Cancer Awareness Day to create awareness about the
prevention and early detection of cancer.
Q56. The Kolkata based Bandhan Bank has recently roped in which celebrity as its brand ambassador?
Answer: Zubeen Garg
Bandhan Bank has roped in Indian singer, actor, and composer, Zubeen Garg as its brand ambassador for the
Bank in Assam. This is the first time ever that Bandhan Bank has on-boarded a brand ambassador.
Q57. Which Indian shooter had won the 10m air pistol mixed team gold at the inaugural ISSF President’s Cup
jointly with Iranian Olympic champion Javad Foroughi?
Answer: Manu Bhaker
India’s woman pistol star Manu Bhaker and Iranian Olympic champion Javad Foroughi has won the 10m air pistol
mixed team gold at the inaugural ISSF President’s Cup on November 05, 2021 at the Wroclaw in Poland.
Q58. Isomorphic Labs is a newly launched wholly owned subsidiary of which company?
Answer: Alphabet
Google parent company Alphabet has launched a new company in London called Isomorphic Labs. The company
aims to use AI (artificial intelligence) for drug discovery and medicine to find cures for some of humanity’s most
devastating diseases. Demis Hassabis will be the CEO of Isomorphic Labs.
Q59. The World Urbanism Day is marked annually on which day?

Answer: November 08
The World Urbanism Day, also known as “World Town Planning Day”, is celebrated on 8 November globally, to
recognise and promote the role of planning in creating livable communities.
Q60. Which country has become the first in the world to approve a pill for treating cases of symptomatic
COVID-19?
Answer: Britain
The health regulators of Britain have approved the world’s first pill to treat cases of symptomatic COVID-19. The
pill named Lagevrio (molnupiravir) has been approved by Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency
(MHRA).
Q61. The Eastern West Khasi Hills district is a newly formed district of which state in India?
Answer: Meghalaya
The Meghalaya Cabinet has approved the proposal of creation of a new district called Eastern West Khasi Hills
district. The new district has been formed by upgrading the Mairang civil sub-division. Mairang will now be a
sub-division under West Khasi Hills district.
Q62. Manika Batra and Archana Girish Kamath has recently claimed gold for India in which sports?
Answer: Table Tennis
In Table Tennis, Indian duo Manika Batra and Archana Girish Kamath clinched the women’s doubles title in
the WTT Contender tournament on November 07, 2021, in Lasko, Slovenia.
Q63. The Steering Committee of GGI-OSOWOG consists of how many members?

Answer: five
The Steering Committee of GGI-OSOWOG have five members, including India, the UK, the US, Australia and
France.
Q64. What is the theme for 2021 International Day of Radiology (IDoR)?
Answer: Interventional Radiology – Active care for the patient
The theme for 2021 is ‘Interventional Radiology – Active care for the patient’
Q65. Dronacharya Awardee Tarak Sinha who has passed away recently was a well known coach of which
sports?
Answer: Cricket
Eminent Cricket Coach and Dronacharya Awardee Tarak Sinha has passed away after a prolonged illness.
Q66. Which state has topped the 2021 Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) index?
Answer: Gujarat
Gujarat has once again retained the topped place in Logistics Ease Across Different States (LEADS) index for 2021
among 21 states.
Q67. Which organisation has recently launched the HARBINGER 2021 – Innovation for Transformation
hackathon?
Answer: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India has launched its first global hackathon named “HARBINGER 2021 – Innovation for
Transformation”. The theme of HARBINGER 2021 is ‘Smarter Digital Payments’.
Q68. How many awardees have been awarded the Swarnajayanti Fellowships 2020-21 award?
Answer: 17
The Department of Science & Technology has selected seventeen scientists for the prestigious Swarnajayanti
Fellowships 2020-21 award for their innovative research ideas and the potential of creating impact on R&D in
different disciplines.
Q69. PM Modi recently dedicated to the nation various National Highway and Road projects in the temple
town of Pandharpur. In which state is Pandharpur located?
Answer: Maharashtra
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone and dedicated various National Highway and Road
projects to the nation in the temple town of Pandharpur in Maharashtra, through video conference on
November 08, 2021. These initiatives are aimed at improving connectivity in the region to facilitate hassle free
and safe movement of devotees.
Q70. Who has been named as the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for October 2021?
Answer: Asif Ali
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has declared Pakistan’s batsman Asif Ali as the ICC Men’s Player of the
Month for October 2021.
Q71. Name the web portal launched by NITI Aayog on electric vehicles (EVs) at the ongoing COP26 Summit in
Glasgow
Answer: E-Amrit
India has launched E-Amrit portal on electric vehicles (EVs) at the ongoing COP26 Summit in Glasgow on
November 10, 2021. The web portal has been developed by NITI Aayog with support from UK government.
Q72. When is the World Science Day for Peace and Development observed?
Answer: November 10
The World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated each year on November 10 to highlight the
important role that science play in society and the need to engage the wider public in debates on emerging
scientific issues.
Q73. Which Central department will support the first-ever Mentorship Programme for Young Innovators titled
‘DBT-Star College Mentorship Programme’ ?
Answer: Department of Biotechnology
The ‘DBT-Star College Mentorship Programme’ is a pan India Scheme which envisages to set up Star College in
every district of the country. These star colleges will be supported by the Department of Biotechnology
(DBT), under the science and technology ministry.
Q74. National Education Day is observed annually in India on which day?

Answer: 11 November
In India, the National Education Day is celebrated on 11 November every year to commemorate the birth
anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first education minister of independent India.
Q75. Which country has joined the International Solar Alliance (ISA) as its 101st member recently?
Answer: United States
The United States of America (USA) has joined the International Solar Alliance (ISA) as a member country on
November 10, 2021. U.S is now the 101st country to sign the framework agreement of the ISA.
Q76. Which city has been designated as a part of UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) in November 2021
by UNESCO?
Answer: Srinagar
Srinagar, the capital city of Jammu and Kashmir has been designated as a part of UNESCO Creative Cities
Network (UCCN) by United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) on November 08,
2021.
Q77. Who has been named as the next Chief of the Naval Staff to succeed Admiral Karambir Singh?
Answer: R Hari Kumar
Vice Admiral R Hari Kumar has been named as the next Chief of the Naval Staff by the Government of India. He
is presently posted as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command.
Q78. Which day has been declared by the Government to be observed as the Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal
Pride Day)?
Answer: 15 November
The Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has approved declaration of November 15
as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day). 15 November has been chosen as this date marks the birth
anniversary of Sri Birsa Munda who is revered as Bhagwan (God) by tribal communities across the country.
Q79. The Goa Maritime Conclave 2021 was held from November 07 to 09, 2021 at Naval War College, Goa.
The event was which edition of the annual event?
Answer: Third
The third edition of Goa Maritime Conclave (GMC) 2021 has been organised by the Indian Navy from November
07 to 09, 2021 at Naval War College, Goa. Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Karambir Singh would chair the
conclave. The theme for 2021 GMC is “Maritime Security and Emerging Non-Traditional Threats: A Case for
Proactive Role for IOR Navies”
Q80. What is the theme of the 2021 World Science Day for Peace and Development?
Answer: Building Climate-Ready Communities
2021 Theme: “Building Climate-Ready Communities”.
Q81. What is the rank of India in the Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2022 by Germanwatch?
Answer: 10th
India has been placed at 10th spot in the global Climate Change Performance Index (CCPI) 2022 released
by Germanwatch on the side-lines of the COP26. In 2020 also India was at 10th position.
Q82. Name the president of the International Gymnastics Federation (FIG) who has been re-elected for three
more years from 2022 to 2024?
Answer: Morinari Watanabe
Morinari Watanabe from Japan has been re-elected as the president of the International Gymnastics Federation
(FIG) for a period of three year on November 06, 2021.
Q83. Which state has recently launched India’s first-ever bamboo-made cricket bats and stumps?
Answer: Tripura
India’s first-ever bamboo-made cricket bats and stumps have been launched by the Bamboo and Cane
Development Institute (BCDI) of Tripura. The indigenous Bamboo Cricket bats and Stumps have been
manufactured by the BCDI in collaboration with North East Centre of Technology Application and
Reach (NECTAR).
Q84. When is the National Legal Services Day observed?

Answer: 09 November
In India, 09 November is celebrated as “National Legal Services Day” every year by all Legal Services Authorities,
to commemorate the enactment of the Legal Services Authorities Act 1987 .
Q85. Who has been named as the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for October 2021?
Answer: Laura Delany
Ireland all-rounder Laura Delany has secured the title of ICC Women’s Player of the Month for October 2021.
Q86. India has won 5 medals at the inaugural ISSF President’s Cup in November 2021. Where was the event
held?
Answer: Wroclaw, Poland
India finished the inaugural ISSF President’s Cup with five medals, including two Gold, two Silver and one
Bronze. The invitation-only tournament was held at the Wroclaw in Poland, featuring the top-12 shooters in
each of the shotgun, pistol and rifle categories.
Q87. The National Education Day is observed in India to mark the birth anniversary of which leader?
Answer: Maulana Abul Kalam Azad
The day was announced by the Ministry of Human Resource Development on 11 September 2008. Maulana Abul
Kalam Azad served as education minister from 15 August 1947 to 2 February 1958.
Q88. The commemoration of the Janjatiya Gaurav Divas (Tribal Pride Day) marks the birth anniversary of
which Indian freedom fighter?
Answer: Birsa Munda
15 November has been chosen as this date marks the birth anniversary of Sri Birsa Munda who is revered as
Bhagwan (God) by tribal communities across the country.
Q89. The Brickwork Ratings has estimated India’s GDP at 10-10.5 percent in 2021-22. Where is the
headquarter of the rating agency located?
Answer: Bengaluru
Domestic credit rating agency Brickwork Ratings has estimated the gross domestic product (GDP) of India at 10-
10.5 percent in the current financial year, i.e. in 2021-22 (FY22). Brickwork Ratings is a SEBI registered Credit
Rating Agency with headquarter at Bengaluru.
Q90. Which bank has recently launched the facility of video life certificate service for pensioners?
Answer: State Bank of India
The State Bank of India (SBI) has come out with a video life certificate service for pensioners, which is completely
paperless and free of cost. The new facility will enable the pensioners to submit their life certificates through
video at the comfort of their homes.
Q91. Where was the 51st Conference of Governors and Lieutenant Governors of Indian states and Union
Territories held?
Answer: Delhi
India’s President Shri Ram Nath Kovind addressed the 51st Conference of Governors and Lieutenant Governors
at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi. It is the fourth conference to be presided over by President Ram Nath
Kovind.
Q92. Which state government has recently launched a road safety initiative named Rakshak, to train first
responders of road accidents?
Answer: Odisha
The state government of Odisha has launched a first of its kind road safety initiative named Rakshak, to train
first responders of road accidents.
Q93. The “Crew 3” mission has been launched by _______?

Answer: NASA and SpaceX
US Space agency NASA and the Elon Musk-owned private rocket company SpaceX have launched “Crew 3”
mission on November 10, 2021
Q94. Who amongst the following is the mission commander of “Crew 3” mission launched by NASA?
A) Raja Chari
B) Tom Marshburn
C) Kayla Barron
D) Matthias Maurer
Answer: Option A
The “Crew 3” mission consists of Indian-origin NASA astronaut Raja Chari as its mission commander.
Q95. Falguni Nayar is the MD and CEO of which company?

Answer: Nykaa
Falguni Nayar, the CEO and founder of beauty and fashion eCommerce platform Nykaa, has become the richest
self-made woman in India. She founded Nykaa in the year 2012.
Q96. Recently Falguni Nayar becomes India’s richest self-made woman after the IPO of FSN E-Commerce
Ventures. What was the total issue size of IPO of FSN E-Commerce Ventures?
Answer: Rs 5,351.92 crore
The issue size of IPO of FSN E-Commerce Ventures (Nykaa) was Rs 5,351.92 crore with facevalue of Rs 1 per
share.
Q97. Rajeev Srivastava has been appointed as CEO of which bank?

Answer: Standard Chartered Securities
Rajeev Srivastava has been appointed as the chief executive officer (CEO) at Standard Chartered Securities for
India operations.
Q98. Where was the India’s first Physical National Yogasana Championships organized?
Answer: Odisha
India’s first Physical National Yogasana Championships has been organised in Bhubaneswar, Odisha from
November 11-13, 2021.
Q99. Who has won the 2021 Rolex Paris Masters?

Answer: Novak Djokovic
In Tennis, Novak Djokovic defeated Daniil Medvedev 4-6, 6-3, 6-3 to win the 2021 Rolex Paris Masters final title
on November 07, at Bercy.
Q100. Dwayne Bravo who has recently announced retirement from international cricket, represented which
cricket team?
Answer: West Indies
West Indies allrounder Dwayne Bravo has announced retirement from international cricket on November 06,
2021.
Q102. What was the theme of ‘Ayurveda Day’ 2021?

Answer: Ayurveda for Poshana
In India, the ‘Ayurveda Day’ is observed every year on the occasion of Dhanwantari Jayanti (Dhanteras).
Dhanvantari is the Hindu god of medicine. In 2021, India is observing the 6th National Ayurveda Day on 02
November 2021. The theme of the 2021 National Ayurveda Day is Ayurveda for Poshana (Nutrition).
Q103. When is the World Pneumonia Day observed?

Answer: November 12
The World Pneumonia Day is observed across the world on November 12 every year to raise awareness,
promote prevention and treatment and produce action to combat the disease.
Q104. When is the Public Service Broadcasting Day observed?

Answer: November 12
Public Service Broadcasting Day is celebrated every year on November 12
Q105. Public Service Broadcasting Day is observed to celebrate the visit of which of the following leader to the
studio of All India Radio, Delhi in 1947?
Answer: Mahatma Gandhi
Public Service Broadcasting Day is celebrated every year on November 12 to commemorate the first and only
visit of the Father of the Nation, Mahatma Gandhi, to the studio of All India Radio, Delhi in 1947.
Q106. FW (Frederik Willem) de Klerk who passed away recently had received the Nobel prize in which field?
Answer: Peace
FW (Frederik Willem) de Klerk, the former president of South Africa and the last white person to head the
country, has passed away due to cancer. In 1993, De Klerk and Nelson Mandela jointly received the Nobel Peace
Prize for their work towards ending apartheid.
Q107. Name the scheme launched by RBI to provide a safe, simple, direct and secured platform to investors
for trade of Government securities?
Answer: Retail Direct Scheme
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the Reserve Bank of India-Retail Direct (RBI-RD) Scheme of RBI on
November 12, 2021. Under this, the retail investors (general public/individuals) can buy/sell government
securities in both primary and secondary markets.
Q108. RBI has announced the launch of Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2021. The new scheme has
subsumed how many previous schemes?
Answer: three
Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on November 12, 2021 launched the Integrated Ombudsman
Scheme, 2021 of the Reserve Bank of India. Ombudsman Scheme of RBI, is a grievance redressal mechanism
framed by RBI for customers of banking sectors. The new scheme integrates the existing three Ombudsman
schemes of RBI
Q109. Name the fourth Scorpene class submarine received by Indian Navy under the Project 75?
Answer: INS Vela
The Indian Navy received the fourth Scorpene class submarine under Project 75 on November 09, 2021, after
completing all trails at the sea. The vessel has been commissioned in the Navy as INS Vela.
Q110. Who has been roped in as the brand ambassador by the Amway India?
Answer: Amitabh Bachchan
Amway India, an FMCG company, has appointed Amitabh Bachchan as its brand ambassador. Amitabh Bachchan
will now endorse the brand Amway and the Nutrilite range of products across all platforms.
Q111. President Ram Nath Kovind has conferred ‘General of Indian Army’ rank to Prabhu Ram Sharma. He is
the Chief of the Army Staff of which country?
Answer: Nepal
President Ram Nath Kovind has conferred Nepal Army Chief Gen Prabhu Ram Sharma with the honorary rank
of ‘General of the Indian Army’.
Q112. The biennial military training exercise “EX SHAKTI 2021” is scheduled to be held between India and
which which country?
Answer: France
The Navies of India and France will carry out 6th edition of the biennial training exercise “EX SHAKTI
2021” from November 15 to 26, 2021 in Frejus, France. The Indian Army will be represented by the Gorkha Rifles
Infantry Battalion and France Army will be represented by troops of 21st Marine Infantry Regiment of 6th Light
Armoured Brigade.
Q113. Who has been appointed as the new Director-General of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)?
Answer: Satya Narayan Pradhan
Satya Narayan Pradhan has been appointed as the Director-General of Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) on a
deputation basis till the date of his superannuation on August 31, 2024, or until further orders.
Q114. RBI has set up a Centralised Receipt and Processing Centre (CRPC) at which place?
Answer: Chandigarh
A Centralised Receipt and Processing Centre (CRPC) has been set up at RBI, Chandigarh for receipt and initial
processing of physical and email complaints in any language.
Q115. Who has been appointed as the Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations World Food Programme
(WFP)?
Answer: Daniel Bruhl
Spanish-German actor Daniel Bruhl has been named a Goodwill Ambassador for the United Nations World Food
Programme (WFP).
Q116. Which organisation has approved Rs 770 crore loan for Assam to improve river transportation in the
state?
Answer: World Bank
The World Bank and Inland Water Transport (IWT) department of Assam has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) for a Rs 770 crore loan to improve river transportation in the state.
Q117. Who is the author of the book “Sunrise over Ayodhya”?

Answer: Salman Khurshid
A book titled “Sunrise over Ayodhya” authored by Salman Khurshid has been released.
Q118. Who has been appointed as the member of International Law Commission (ILC) from India for five
years starting January 2023?
Answer: Bimal Patel
Professor Bimal Patel of India has been elected to the International Law Commission for a period of five-year.
His five year term will start from January 1, 2023.
Q119. Who has been appointed as the brand ambassador and mentor of kids sportswear brand PLAETO?
Answer: Rahul Dravid
Children’s footwear brand Plaeto has announced the appointment of celebrated Indian cricketer Rahul Dravid as
its brand ambassador and mentor.
Q120. When is the World Kindness Day observed?

Answer: 13 November
World Kindness Day is held globally on 13 November to highlight good deeds in the community focusing on the
positive power and the common thread of kindness which binds us.
Q121. Which day is commemorated as the World Diabetes Day annually?

Answer: 14 November
World Diabetes Day is observed every year on November 14.
Q122. Who is the author of book titled “Nehru: The Debates that Defined India”?
Answer: Tripurdaman Singh and Adeel Hussain
A book titled“Nehru: The Debates that Defined India” co-authored by Tripurdaman Singh and Adeel Hussain has
been released.
Q123. Name the Prime Minister of Japan who has been re-elected recently
Answer: Fumio Kishida
Fumio Kishida has been re-elected as the prime minister of Japan in the parliamentary elections held on
November 10, 2021.
Q124. What is the theme of the 2021 World Kindness Day?

Answer: Kindness: The World We Make – Inspire Kindness
The theme for 2021 World Kindness day is Kindness: The World We Make – Inspire Kindness.
Q125. What is the theme of the World Diabetes Day 2021?

Answer: Access to Diabetes Care
Theme for 2021-23:“Access to Diabetes Care ”
Q126. RBI has brought the Non-Scheduled Primary Co-operative Banks with deposit size of Rs.____________
under the ambit of Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2021
Answer: Rs 50 crore
Non-Scheduled Primary Co-operative Banks with a deposit size of Rs. 50 crore and above, have been brought
into the ambit of Integrated Ombudsman Scheme, 2021.
Q127. Government of India has promulgated two ordinances to extend the tenure of the Directors
of Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) from the present 2 years to
_________ years
Answer: 5 years
On November 14, 2021, the central government of India promulgated two ordinances for extending the tenure
of Directors of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) for up to five years.
Q128. The Bhadrachalam pilgrimage site is newly included in the IRCTC’s Ramayana Circuit of the Pilgrim
Special Train. In which state is the holy temple situated?
Answer: Telangana
The Hindu pilgrimage site Bhadrachalam in Telangana has been added as one of the destinations in
the Ramayana Circuit of the Pilgrim Special Train of IRCTC.
Q129. The Habibganj railway station has been renamed as Rani Kamlapati Railway Station. In which city is this
railway station located?
Answer: Bhopal
The Habibganj railway station in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh has been renamed after 18th-century Gond Queen of
Bhopal, Rani Kamlapati. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi will inaugurate the revamped Rani Kamlapati railway
station on November 15, during his visit to Bhopal.
Q130. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has recently inaugurated the first operationalised private sector
defence manufacturing facility in which state?
Answer: Uttar Pradesh
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh inaugurated the first operationalised private sector defence manufacturing
facility in Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC) in Lucknow on November 13, 2021.The facility will
be run by Aerolloy Technologies, a wholly owned subsidiary of PTC Industries Limited.
Q131. Which edition of the India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was conducted in
November 2021 in Andaman Sea?
Answer: 32nd
The 32nd edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) was conducted from November 12 to
14, 2021 in the Andaman Sea.
Q132. Who has been appointed as the new secretary general of Rajya Sabha to replace P.P.K. Ramacharyulu?
Answer: Pramod Chandra Mody
Pramod Chandra Mody has been appointed as the new secretary general of Rajya Sabha.Mr Modi is a 1982-
batch retired IRS officer and former chairman of the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT).He replaces P.P.K.
Ramacharyulu, who was appointed to the post on September 01, 2021.
Q133. Who is the author of the book titled ‘FORCE IN STATECRAFT’?

Answer: Ajay Kumar and Arjun Subramaniam
India’s Defence Secretary Dr Ajay Kumar released a book titled ‘FORCE IN STATECRAFT’ on November 13, 2021 in
New Delhi. It has been compiled by Commandant of National Defence College (NDC) Air Marshal Diptendu
Choudhury and President’s Chair of Excellence at NDC Air Vice Marshal (Dr) Arjun Subramaniam (Retd).
Q134. Name the writer of the book titled “UNSHACKLING INDIA : Hard Truths and Clear Choices for Economic
Revival”
Answer: Ajay Chhibber and Salman Anees Soz
A new book on Indian economy titled “UNSHACKLING INDIA : Hard Truths and Clear Choices for Economic
Revival” is set to be released on November 29, 2021. The book has been authored by Ajay Chhibber and Salman
Anees Soz.
Q135. Which two country will play in the first match at the Women’s cricket T20 tournament while
making debut at the 2022 Commonwealth Games?
Answer: India and Australia
The Women’s cricket tournament will be making its debut at the 2022 Commonwealth Games in Birmingham,
England. The opening match on the schedule will be between Australia and India at the Edgbaston Stadium on
July 29.
Q136. Anand Shankar Pandya who has passed away recently was the former Vice President of which
organisation?
Answer: Vishwa Hindu Parishad
Former Vice President of Vishwa Hindu Parishad (VHP), Anand Shankar Pandya, has passed away.He was over 99
years old.
Q137. Which player won the Player of the Tournament title at the 2021 T20 World Cup final?
Answer: David Warner
Player of the Match – Mitchell Marsh (Australia) and Player of the Tournament – David Warner (Australia)
Q138. Renowned historian and author Babasaheb Purandare who has passed away recently wrote extensively
about which ruler?
Answer: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
The eminent historian, orator and noted author from Maharashtra, Balwant Moreshwar Purandare has passed
away. He was 99. The celebrated author was popularly known as Babasaheb Purandare. He wrote extensively
about Maratha warrior king Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj.
Q139. Which F1 Driver player has won the 2021 F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix?
Answer: Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes-Great Britain), has won the 2021 F1 Sao Paulo Grand Prix (earlier known as Brazilian
Grand Prix).
Q140. The Trilateral Maritime Exercise named SITMEX – 21 will be held between which countries?
A) India, Bangladesh and Russia
B) India, Singapore and Thailand
C) India, Japan and Singapore
D) India, Sri Lanka and Australia
Answer: Option B
The 3rd edition of the Trilateral Maritime Exercise named SITMEX – 21 is being held from 15 to 16 Nov 21 in
the Andaman Sea. The Navies of the India, Singapore and Thailand will participate in the event.
Q141. The Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses in New Delhi has been renamed after which Indian?
Answer: Manohar Parrikar
The Institute for Defence Studies and Analyses in New Delhi has been renamed as Manohar Parrikar Institute for
Defence Studies and Analyses (MP-IDSA). Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh unveiled a plaque on November 15,
2021 to rename the institute after former Defence Minister late Manohar Parrikar.
Q142. When is the National Press Day observed?

Answer: 16 November
National Press Day is observed on November 16 every year to celebrate free and responsible press in India. It
also commemorates the day when the Press Council of India started functioning.
Q143. Who has been awarded the 2021 International Children’s Peace Prize award?
Answer: Vihaan Agarwal and Nav Agarwal
Two Delhi-based teenage brothers Vihaan (17) and Nav Agarwal (14) have won the 17th annual KidsRights
International Children’s Peace Prize for tackling pollution in their home city by recycling household waste.
Q144. India has recently flagged off which edition of the Scientific Expedition to Antarctica in November
2021?
Answer: 41st
India successfully launched the 41st Scientific Expedition to Antarctica on November 15, 2021.
Q145. The Government of India has inked USD 61 million loan agreement with which institution to fund
development projects in Agartala, Tripura?
Answer: Asian Development Bank
The Government of India and Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed a $61 million loan (approx Rs 454
crore) to fund development projects in Agartala, Tripura.
Q146. The International Day for Tolerance is observed annually on which day?
Answer: 16 November
The International Day for Tolerance is observed annually on 16 November. The day was declared by UNESCO in
1995, on its fiftieth anniversary, to generate public awareness of the dangers of intolerance.
Q147. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently inaugurated the Purvanchal Expressway in which state?
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated the Purvanchal Expressway at KarwalKheri in Sultanpur district
of Uttar Pradesh on November 16, 2021. It will connect Lucknow with Ghazipur. The 341-km long Purvanchal
Express has been constructed at an estimated cost of Rs 22,500 crore.
Q148. RBI has mandated all deposit-taking NBFCs (NBFCs-D) with _______ or more branches to appoint
Internal Ombudsman within six months
Answer: 10
The Reserve Bank of India has announced to introduce the Internal Ombudsman mechanism for Deposit-taking
NBFCs (NBFCs-D) with 10 or more branches
Q149. Who is the winner of the 2021 JCB Prize for literature?
Answer: M Mukundan
The novel titled “Delhi: A Soliloquy”written by Malayalam writer M Mukundan has won the 2021 JCB Prize for
literature.
Q150. The campaign titled “Mooh Band Rakho” has been launched by which bank to raise awareness on fraud
prevention?
Answer: HDFC Bank
HDFC Bank Ltd has launched the second edition of its “Mooh Band Rakho” campaign to raise awareness on fraud
prevention in support of International Fraud Awareness Week 2021 (November 14-20, 2021).
Q151. The World COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) Day is observed every year on which day?
Answer: Third Wednesday of November
World COPD Day is observed on Third Wednesday of November every year to raise awareness about chronic
obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) and improve COPD care throughout the world.The World COPD Day 2021
falls on November 17, 2021.
Q152. Internationally acclaimed bestselling author Wilbur Smith who has passed away recently was from
which country?
Answer: South Africa
Internationally acclaimed Zambia-born South African author Wilbur Smith has passed away. He was 88. The
global bestselling author has authored 49 novels and sold over 140 million copies worldwide in more than 30
languages.
Q153. Currently what is the total corpus of Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) of RBI?
The total corpus of Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) of RBI has reached Rs 614 crore. The PIDF
scheme was launched by RBI in January 2021, to subsidize deployment of payment acceptance infrastructure
(PoS) in Tier-3 to Tier-6 centres with a special focus on the North-Eastern States of the country.
Q154. NTPC Ltd has signed an MoU with which organisation for the generation and storage of renewable
energy?
Answer: IOCL
State-owned Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and NTPC Ltd have inked an MoU for the generation and
storage of renewable energy or other cleaner forms of energy, including gas-based power.
Q155. Which state has declared Kaiser-i-Hind butterfly as its state butterfly?
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu has approved the declaration of large and brightly
coloured Kaiser-i-Hind butterfly as the State butterfly. The Kaiser-i-Hind butterfly is scientifically known
as Teinopalpus imperialis. The Kaiser-i-Hind literally means Emperor of India.
Q156. Who has been roped in as the new chief of the National Cricket Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru?
Answer: VVS Laxman
Former Indian international cricketer VVS Laxman has been named as the next head of the National Cricket
Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
Q157. Mannu Bhandari who has passed away was a noted Indian writer in which language?
Answer: Hindi
Renowned Hindi author Mannu Bhandari has passed away. She was 90 years old.
Q158. RBI has introduced the Internal Ombudsman mechanism for non-deposit taking Non-Banking Financial
Companies (NBFCs) whose asset size is of Rs __________ or above
Answer: Rs.5,000 crore
Non-Deposit taking NBFCs (NBFCs-ND) with asset size of Rs.5,000 crore and above having public customer
interface
Q159. When is the National Epilepsy Day observed in India?

Answer: November 17
In India, November 17 is observed every year as National Epilepsy Day by the Epilepsy Foundation, to create
awareness about epilepsy.
Q160. What is the theme of 2021 World COPD Day?

Answer: Healthy Lungs – Never More Important
The 2021 theme is Healthy Lungs – Never More Important.
Q161. What is the contribution of RBI in Payments Infrastructure Development Fund (PIDF) of RBI?
Answer: Rs. 250 crore
RBI has made an initial contribution of Rs. 250 crores to the PIDF
Q162. As per UBS Securities, what is the projected GDP growth rate projection of India in 2021-22?
Answer: 9.5%
UBS Securities has made GDP growth rate projections for India for 2021-22 (FY22) at 9.5%
Q163. India’s first Grass Conservatory “Germplasm Conservation Centre” has been inaugurated in which
state?
Answer: Uttarakhand
India’s first ‘Grass Conservatory’ has been inaugurated in Ranikhet of Almora district in Uttarakhand on
November 14, 2021.
Q164. The Ministry of Defence has organised the Rashtra Raksha Samparpan Parv in which city?
Answer: Jhansi
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the Rashtra Raksha Samparpan Parv in Jhansi, Uttar Pradesh on
November 17, 2021.
Q165. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the ICC Men’s Cricket Committee?
Answer: Sourav Ganguly
The President of BCCI, Sourav Ganguly, has been appointed as the Chairman of the ICC Men’s Cricket
Committee, during the ICC Board Meeting held on 16 November 2021.
Q166. When is the World Philosophy Day observed globally?

Answer: Third Thursday of November
World Philosophy Day is celebrated on Third Thursday of November each year. In 2021, the day falls on 18
November.It was first celebrated in 2002 by the United Nations.
Q167. India’s first dedicated fisheries business incubator has been inaugurated in which place?
Answer: Gurugram
The first-of-its kind, dedicated fisheries business incubator has been inaugurated in Gurugram of Haryana to
nurture fisheries start-ups under real market-led conditions. The incubator is known as LINAC- NCDC Fisheries
Business Incubation Centre (LlFlC).
Q168. The WePOWER India Partnership Forum was organised by which organisations in virtual format?
Answer: World Bank and ADB
The WePOWER India Partnership Forum was held on November 9, 2021 in a virtual format.The event was
organised by the World Bank and Asian Development Bank (ADB) in partnership with the India Smart Grid Forum
(ISGF).The objective of the forum was to scale up the South Asia Women in Power Sector Professional Network
(WePOWER) in India.
Q169. Janette Brittin has been inducted in ICC Hall of Fame in 2021 along with Shaun Pollock of South Africa
and Mahela Jayawardene of Sri Lanka. Brittin played for which country?
Answer: England
Janette Brittin of England, Shaun Pollock of South Africa and Mahela Jayawardene of Sri Lanka have been
inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2021.
Q170. Which city is hosting the 82nd All India Presiding Officers Conference (AIPOC) in 2021?
Answer: Shimla
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated two-days 82nd All India Presiding Officers Conference
(AIPOC) on November 17, 2021 in Shimla, Himachal Pradesh through video conferencing.AIPOC is the supreme
body of legislatures in India.The year 2021 marks the centennial year of the AIPOC (100th anniversary).
Q171. How many athletes and coaches have been conferred with the first ever SAI Institutional Awards?
Answer: 246
Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports Shri Anurag Thakur presented the first ever SAI Institutional
Awards to 246 athletes and coaches on November 17, 2021 in New Delhi.From the total 246 awardees, 162
athletes and 84 coaches were honoured in the Outstanding Award and Best Award category.
Q172. Who is the author of the book “The Disruptor: How Vishwanath Pratap Singh Shook India”?
Answer: Debashish Mukerji
The book titled “The Disruptor: How Vishwanath Pratap Singh Shook India” has been authored by Debashish
Mukerji.
Q173. In India, the National Naturopathy Day is observed every year on______________
Answer: 18 Nov
The National Naturopathy Day is observed in India on 18 November every year, to promote positive mental and
physical health through drugless system of medicine, called as Naturopathy.
Q174. India has been re-elected to the Executive Board of UNESCO for 2021-25. How many members are there
on the Board?
Answer: 58
India has been re-elected to the Executive Board of UNESCO for the term 2021-25 on November 17, 2021. India
received 164 votes to get re-elected to four-year term of office.UNESCO Executive Board consists of 58 member-
states each with a four-year term of office.
Q175. India’s first Food Museum has recently been inaugurated at which place?
Answer: Thanjavur
The Union Minister for Commerce, Industry, Food and Public Distribution, Shri Piyush Goyal inaugurated India’s
first Food Museum at Thanjavur in Tamil Nadu on November 15, 2021 through virtual platform.
Q176. Name the incumbent Director of Enforcement Directorate (ED) whose tenure has been extended by the
Finance Ministry for one year till November 2022?
Answer: Sanjay Kumar Mishra
The Ministry of Finance has extended the tenure of Sanjay Kumar Mishra, the Director of Enforcement
Directorate (ED), for one year until November 18, 2022.
Q177. World Toilet Day (WTD) is marked every year on which day?
Answer: 19 November
World Toilet Day (WTD) is observed every year on 19 November to inspire action to tackle the global sanitation
crisis.
Q178. President Ramnath Kovind recently inaugurated the Model Village (Adarsh Gram) Sui. In which place is
the Sui village located?
Answer: Bhiwani
The President of India, Shri Ram Nath Kovind visited Sui village in Bhiwani district of Haryana on November 17,
2021 to inaugurate various public facilities in the village. This village is being developed as Adarsh Gram (Model
village) by Mahadevi Parameshwaridas Jindal Charitable Trust under Swa-Prerit Adarsh Gram Yojana (SPAGY)
scheme of Haryana Government.
Q179. Which player has won the 2021 WTA Finals Tennis title?
Answer: Garbine Muguruza
In tennis, Garbine Muguruza of Spain beat Anett Kontaveit of Estonia, 6-3, 7-5 in the final to claim her first WTA
Final title on November 17, 2021.
Q180. Who delivered keynote address from India at the 2021 The Sydney Dialogue?
Answer: Narendra Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi delivered keynote address at The Sydney Dialogue on November 18, 2021 via
video conferencing. PM addressed the event on the theme ‘India’s technology evolution and revolution’.The
Sydney Dialogue has been organised from November 17-19, 2021 by the Australian Strategic Policy Institute.
Q181. The first Air Pollution Control Tower (APCT) of Uttar Pradesh has been launched in which city recently?
Answer: Noida
The Union Minister of Heavy Industries Mahendra Nath Pandey inaugurated the first air pollution control tower
of the state of Uttar Pradesh in Noida on November 17, 2021. The Air Pollution Control Tower (APCT) prototype
has been developed by state-run Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (Bhel).
Q182. India marks the celebration of National Newborn Week from ____________
Answer: November 15 to 21
In India, the National Newborn Week is observed every year from 15 to 21 November. The theme of National
Newborn Week 2021 is ‘Safety, quality and nurturing care – birth right of every newborn’.
Q183. Novy Kapadia who has passed away recently was a well known sports commentator of which sports?
Answer: Football
Veteran author, football journalist and sports commentator Novy Kapadia has passed away due to health
complications. He was 68. Kapadia was often called as ‘the voice of Indian football’.
Q184. Which financial body has approved USD 150 million loan for Sustainable Urban services program for
Chennai Metropolitan Area (CMA)?
Answer: Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) has approved USD 150 million loan for the Government of India
for the implementation of the Sustainable Urban services program for Chennai Metropolitan Area (CMA).
Q185. When is the 2021 World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) being observed?
Answer: November 18 to 24
The World Antimicrobial Awareness Week (WAAW) is celebrated every year from 18-24 November.
Q186. What is the theme of 2021 World Toilet Day?

Answer: Valuing toilets
Q187. The Indian village Pochampally has been selected for the ‘Best Tourism Villages’ award by the United
Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO). In which state is the village located?
Answer: Telangana
The Pochampally village in Telangana has been selected for the ‘Best Tourism Villages’ award by the United
Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO).
Q188. Which stock player has recently launched VOICE TRADING service, powered by artificial intelligence?
Answer: Paytm Money
Paytm Money, a wholly-owned subsidiary of fintech platform Paytm, has launched Voice Trading, powered by
artificial intelligence. Voice Trading facility will allow users to place a trade or get information about stocks
through single voice command.
Q189. The revamped Rezang La War Memorial (Ahir Dham) has been inaugurated in which place?
Answer: Ladakh
Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh dedicated to the Nation renovated Rezang La War Memorial (Ahir Dham) at
Chushul in Ladakh on November 18, 2021.
Q190. Who has been named for the Lifetime Achievement Award for 2021 by the Badminton World
Federation (BWF)?
Answer: Prakash Padukone
Indian badminton legend Prakash Padukone has been selected for the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award
for 2021 by the Badminton World Federation (BWF) Council.
Q191. SIDBI has partnered with which technology major to launch $15 million financial assistance program for
micro-enterprises?
Answer: Google
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has collaborated with Google on November 18, 2021 to
launch $15 million financial assistance program for micro-enterprises. The one-of-a-kind programme by SIDBI is
launched as a crisis response related to Covid-19 to reinvigorate the MSME sector in India.
Q192. Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently launched various developmental projects in Mahoba worth
over Rs. 3250 Crore. In which state is the Mahoba district located?
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi dedicated to the Nation various developmental projects in Mahoba of Uttar
Pradesh on November 19, 2021. PM inaugurated multiple projects with cumulative cost of more than Rs. 3250
Crore, related to alleviating the issue of water shortage in the region.
Q193. What is the rank of India in the Bribery Risk Matrix 2021 by TRACE International?
Answer: 82
India is placed at 82nd position in the TRACE Bribery Risk Matrix 2021. The country stood at 77 position in 2020.
Q194. Which player has won the 2021 Erste Bank Open Tennis title in men’s single?
Answer: Alexander Zverev
In Tennis, Alexander Zverev (Germany) defeated America’s Frances Tiafoe 7-5, 6-4 to win the 2021 Erste Bank
Open in Vienna.
Q195. Which day is celebrated as the UN recognised World Children’s Day globally?
Answer: 20 November
The Universal/World Children’s Day is celebrated on 20 November annually to promote international
togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare.
Q196. Which state has roped in Salman Khan as the ambassador for vaccine campaign in the Muslim-
dominated region?
Answer: Maharashtra
Maharashtra Government has roped in veteran Bollywood actor Salman Khan as vaccine ambassador for
campaigning and appealing to people to take both the jabs of the Covid vaccine, especially in Muslim-dominated
areas.
Q197. What is the theme of the 2021 Universal/World Children’s Day?

Answer: A Better Future for Every Child
Q198. PM Modi has recently inaugurated the Atal Ekta Park in which place of the country?
Answer: Jhansi
PM inaugurated Atal Ekta Park in Jhansi, named after former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The park
has been built at a cost of over Rs 11 crore across an area of about 40,000 square metre. It also has the statue of
Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee, built by the renowned sculptor Shri Ram Sutar, the architect of the Statue of Unity.
Q199. As per the recent data by World Bank, India was the top country in receiving remittances in 2021. What
amount of remittance was received by the country?
Answer: USD 87 billion
India has received USD 87 billion in remittances in 2021 as per the report titled “Migration and Development
Brief 35” released by World Bank and KNOMAD. KNOMAD is supported by a multi-donor trust fund established
by the World Bank.
Q200. Which city has received the Swachh Survekshan Award for 2021 for being the cleanest city of India?
Answer: Indore
Indore has been adjudged as the cleanest city of India for the fifth consecutive year.
Q201. The United Nations General Assembly has dedicated which day as the World Television Day?
Answer: 21 November
The World Television Day is commemorated on 21 November every year.
Q202. Name the winners of the Indian Personality of the Year award for 2021 at the 52nd International Film
Festival of India (IFFI) in Goa
Answer: Hema Malini and Prasoon Joshi
Veteran actress Hema Malini and lyrics writer Prasoon Joshi have been conferred with the Indian Personality of
the Year award for 2021.
Q203. Which state has topped the IPF Smart Policing Index 2021 released by the Indian Police Foundation
(IPF)?
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh Police has topped the ‘IPF Smart Policing’ Index 2021, among 29 states and Union Territories,
released by Indian Police Foundation (IPF) on November 18, 2021.
Q204. Which state has won the Cleanest State (with more than 100 urban local bodies) in Swachh Survekshan
Awards 2021?
Answer: Chhattisgarh
Cleanest State (with more than 100 urban local bodies)- Chhattisgarh;Cleanest State (with less than 100 urban
local bodies)- Jharkhand
Q205. The 56th Conference of Director Generals of Police (DGP) and Inspector Generals of Police (IGP) has
been organised in which city by the Intelligence Bureau (IB)?
Answer: Lucknow
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi attended the 56th Conference of Director Generals of Police (DGP) and
Inspector Generals of Police (IGP) organised at Police Headquarters in Lucknow on November 20, 2021. The two-
day meet has been organised by the Intelligence Bureau (IB) in hybrid format. The conference will culminate on
November 21, 2021.
Q206. Who is the author of the novel titled “Lal Salaam: A Novel”?
Answer: Smriti Irani
Union Minister Smriti Zubin Irani has come out with her debut novel titled “Lal Salaam: A Novel”. The book is
likely to hit the stands on November 29, 2021. It will be published by Westland.
Q207. Apart from American filmmaker Martin Scorsese, which other filmmaker has been honoured with the
inaugural Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award at the 52nd International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
Answer: Istvan Szabo
legendary filmmakers Martin Scorsese and Istevan Szabo were honoured with the inaugural Satyajit Ray Lifetime
Achievement Award.
Q208. Former South African skipper AB de Villiers has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket,
including from the Indian Premier League (IPL). He played for which IPL franchise?
Answer: Royal Challengers Bangalore
Former South Africa captain AB de Villiers has announced his retirement from all forms of cricket on November
19, 2021. He had already retired from international cricket in 2018. However, AB de Villiers was still playing in
the Indian Premier League (IPL) for Royal Challengers Bangalore (RCB), ever since joining the franchise in 2011.
Q209. When is the World Fisheries Day observed globally?

Answer: 21 November
World Fisheries Day is celebrated on 21 November every year by fishing communities across the world.
Q210. The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is commemorated every year on which day?
Answer: Third Sunday of November
The World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims is marked every year on Third Sunday in the month of
November. In 2021, World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims falls on 21 November 2021. Theme
2021 – “ACT for LOW SPEEDS /ACT for LOW SPEED STREETS”
Q211. The North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR) is an autonomous
National Institute under the Ministry of AYUSH. The institute is in which state?
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
The Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal has announced expansion of the
North Eastern Institute of Ayurveda and Folk Medicine Research (NEIAFMR) in Pasighat, Arunachal Pradesh by
developing new infrastructure within the campus. The additional infrastructure development at NEIAFMR will
require an investment of around Rs 53.72 crores.
Q212. Name the winner of the 2021 F1 Qatar Grand Prix

Answer: Lewis Hamilton
Lewis Hamilton (Mercedes-Great Britain), has won the 2021 F1 Qatar Grand Prix held on November 21, 2021.
Q213. The stealth guided missile destroyer INS Visakhapatnam has been manufactured by which organization
for the Indian Navy?
Answer: Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
INS Visakhapatnam, a P15B stealth guided missile destroyer has been commissioned into the Indian Navy at the
Naval Dockyard, Mumbai on November 21, 2021. This is the first of the four ‘Visakhapatnam’ class destroyers. It
has been designed by the Indian Navy’s in-house organization Directorate of Naval Design and constructed by
Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai.
Q214. Who has been appointed as the new permanent CEO of the International Cricket Council (ICC)?
Answer: Geoff Allardice
The International Cricket Council (ICC) has appointed Geoff Allardice as the permanent CEO of the International
Cricket governing body on November 21, 2021.
Q215. Jyothi Surekha Vennam has recently won a gold medal for India in which sports?
Answer: Archery
Jyothi Surekha Vennam won gold in Women’s individual compound event at the 2021 Asian Archery
Championships held in Dhaka, Bangladesh
Q216. Which Police Station in India has been ranked as the topmost police station of Indiaby the Ministry of
Home Affairs in its annual ranking of top 10 police stations for the year 2021?
Answer: Sadar Bazar police station, North Delhi
The Sadar Bazar police station in Delhi has been ranked as the best police station of India for the year 2021 by
the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Q217. What was the profession of Gurmeet Bawa who has passed away recently?
Answer: Folk Singer
Renowned Punjabi folk singer Gurmeet Bawa has passed away following a prolonged illness. She was 77.
Q218. How many medals have been won by India at the 2021 Asian Archery Championships?
Answer: 7
The 2021 Asian Archery Championships was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh from November 14, 2021, to November
19, 2021. The Indian archers bagged seven medals at the competition to occupy second place in the medal table.
This included one gold, four silver and two bronze medals.
Q219. Which state has bagged the Best Marine State Award for 2021-22 on the World Fisheries Day 2021?
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh has been named as the best marine state in the country by the Department of Fisheries.
Q220. The international conference and exhibition on information & communication technology (ICT)
‘Connect 2021’ will be organised by which organisation?
Answer: Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) will organise its flagship event ‘Connect 2021’ from November 26 to
27 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. Connect is an international conference and exhibition on information &
communication technology (ICT). Theme : “Building a Sustainable Deep T’ech’N’ology Ecosystem”.
Q221. Name the winner of the Tata Literature Live! Lifetime Achievement Award for 2021
Answer: Anita Desai
India’s one of the best-selling authors, Anita Desai has been conferred with the Tata Literature Live! Lifetime
Achievement Award for 2021 to recognise her long literary career which spans over 50 years.
Q222. Which country has planned to establish world’s first Bitcoin City?
Answer: El Salvador
El Salvador President Nayib Bukele has announced that the country is planning to build the world’s first “Bitcoin
City”.
Q223. What is the range of GDP growth projection for India in the financial year 2021-22 as per the State Bank
of India (SBI) Ecowrap report?
Answer: 9.3%-9.6%
The State Bank of India (SBI) economists in its research report – Ecowrap, has revised upwards the GDP growth
projection for India to range of 9.3%-9.6% for FY22 (2021-22).
Q224. Which state has been adjudged as the best Inland state for fisheries on the occasion of the ‘World
Fisheries Day’ 2021?
Answer: Telangana
Inland states – Telangana
Q225. Which player has won men’s single title at the 2021 Indonesia Masters badminton tournament
Answer: Kento Momota
In badminton, top-seeded Kento Momota of Japan beat Anders Antonsen of Denmark 21-17, 21-11 to win men’s
singles title at 2021 Indonesia Masters Super 750 badminton tournament.
Q226. The Ministry of Education has recently set up Centre for Nanotechnology (CNT) and the Centre for
Indian Knowledge System (CIKS) in which institution?
Answer: IIT Guwahati
The Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated two new state-of-the-art centres at IIT,
Guwahati in Assam on November 21, 2021. These are: Centre for Nanotechnology (CNT) and the Centre for
Indian Knowledge System (CIKS).
Q227. The Zircon hypersonic cruise missile was successfully test fired by which country recently?
Answer: Russia
The Russian military carried out successful test-firing of its Zircon hypersonic cruise missile recently. The missile
was launched from the Admiral Gorshkov warship towards a test target set in Arctic waters of the White Sea in
northern Russia.
Q228. Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) have been allowed to invest what percent of their
annual deposit in the alternative investment funds (AIFs)?
Answer: 5%
The Central Board of Trustees (CBT) of the Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) have approved that
up to 5 percent of the annual deposits can be invested in alternative investment funds (AIFs) including
infrastructure investment trusts (InvITs).
Q229. Which country has set the Guinness Record for the world’s largest orchestra?
Answer: Venezuela
Venezuela has set a new Guinness World Record for the largest orchestra with 8,573 musicians playing together
for more than five minutes. The record was set by the country’s National System of Youth and Children’s
Orchestras, known as “El Sistema”.
Q230. In the Hilly and North Eastern region states category, which state has won the best performing state in
fisheries sector on World Fisheries Day 2021?
Answer: Tripura
Hilly and NE states-Tripura
Q231. Who has been conferred with the Tata Literature Live! Poet Laureate award for 2021 ?
Answer: Adil Jussawala
The Poet Laureate award for 2021 has been conferred upon Indian poet Adil Jussawala.
Q232. Name the player who has clinched the women’s single title at 2021 Indonesia Masters badminton
tournament
Answer: An Se-young
In women’s single, fourth-seeded An Seyoung of South Korea defeated top-seed Akane Yamaguchi of Japan 21-
17, 21-19 to win the title
Q233. Balaghat has been adjudged as the best Inland district for fisheries sector in 2021. The district is in
which state?
Answer: Madhya Pradesh
Top Districts
Best Marine District – Balasore in Odisha
Best Inland District – Balaghat in Madhya Pradesh
Best Hilly and NE District – Bongaigaon in Assam
Q234. The foundation stone for the Rani Gaidinliu Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum has been laid down in
which state recently?
Answer: Manipur
Union Home Minister Amit Shah laid the foundation for ‘Rani Gaidinliu Tribal Freedom Fighters Museum’ in
Manipur
Q235. As per the recent report of Goldman Sachs , what is the projected GDP growth rate of Indian economy
in the financial year 2021-22?
Answer: 9.1%
Wall Street brokerage Goldman Sachs has predicted India’s GDP for FY22 at 9.1% in its recent Macro Outlook
2022 report.
Q236. The traditional festival Boita Bandana is observed by which state annually?
Answer: Odisha
The traditional Odia festival Boita Bandana was celebrated throughout Odisha on November 19, 2021 with
fervor. The festival is commemorated on Kartika Purnima, or the full moon day of the Kartika month as per
Hindu Calendar. Boita Bandana literally means sanctifying of boats.
Q237. Who has been conferred with the 2021 International Emmy Awards for Best Actor?
Answer: David Tennant
Best Actor – David Tennant for Des (UK); Best Actress – Hayley Squires for Adult Material (UK)
Q238. India has signed loan agreement with which financial institution worth USD 250 million to improve
quality of learning in the state of Andhra Pradesh?
Answer: World Bank
The Government of India has signed a legal agreements with the World Bank worth $250 million for a project to
improve quality of learning in the state of Andhra Pradesh.
Q239. In India, November 24 is celebrated as Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur. He was the _________
Guru of Sikhs
Answer: 9th
Every year, November 24 is celebrated as Martyrdom Day of Guru Tegh Bahadur, the ninth Guru of Sikhs, of Sikh
religion.
Q240. Which bank has launched the online platform called ‘Trade Emerge’ to offer digital banking and value-
added services to Indian exporters and importers?
Answer: ICICI Bank
Private sector lender ICICI Bank has launched an online platform called ‘Trade Emerge’ for Indian exporters and
importers to offer them digital banking and value-added services.
Q241. Name the recipient of the 2021 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development
Answer: Pratham
Pratham, Mumbai-based civil society organization, has been conferred with the prestigious Indira Gandhi Prize
for Peace, Disarmament and Development for 2021 by the Indira Gandhi Memorial Trust.
Q242. Who is the author of the book-India Vs UK: The Story of an Unprecedented Diplomatic Win?
Answer: Syed Akbaruddin
Syed Akbaruddin, the former India’s Permanent Representative to the UN has come out with a book titled ‘India
Vs UK: The Story of an Unprecedented Diplomatic Win’
Q243. In November 2021, Indian and Indonesian Navy undertook which edition of the Coordinated Patrol
(CORPAT) in the Indian Ocean region?
Answer: 37
The 37th edition of India-Indonesia Coordinated Patrol (CORPAT) is being held in the Indian Ocean region on
November 23 and 24, 2021.
Q244. What is the revised estimated GDP growth rate of India in the Calendar Year 2021 according to
Goldman Sachs?
Answer: 8%
Goldman Sachs pegged the economy to grow at 8 percent in Calendar Year 2021 and 9.1 percent in Calendar
Year 2022.
Q245. Lachit Day is celebrated by which Indian state annually?

Answer: Assam
Lachit Divas (Lachit Day) is celebrated annually in the Indian state of Assam on November 24, to mark the birth
anniversary of the legendary Ahom army general Lachit Borphukan.
Q246. Which city has achieved top rank in the inaugural SDG Urban Index & Dashboard 2021-22?
Answer: Shimla
Shimla has topped among the 56 urban areas while Dhanbad in Jharkhand is at the bottom.
Q247. Which bank has topped the 2021 list of globally systemic banks (G-SIBs) released by the Financial
Stability Board (FSB)?
Answer: JP Morgan Chase
JP Morgan Chase has topped the 2021 list of globally systemic banks (G-SIBs) released by the Financial Stability
Board (FSB). In total 30 banks have been identified as globally systemic banks (G-SIBs) by FSB. These 30 banks
are divided into four “buckets”.
Q248. The space agency of which country has launched DART mission to intentionally crash a spacecraft into
asteroids?
Answer: United States
The US space agency NASA has launched a first-of-its-kind mission named DART to change the path of an
asteroid by intentionally crashing a spacecraft into it. DART stands for Double Asteroid Redirection Test.
Q249. Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the E-portal of accreditation scheme for Mineral exploration
at the 5th National conclave on Mines and Minerals. The Conclave was held in which city?
Answer: New Delhi
The Union Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs Shri Pralhad Joshi inaugurated the E-portal of
accreditation scheme for Mineral exploration on November 23, 2021. The portal was inaugurated at the 5th
National conclave on Mines and Minerals in New Delhi.
Q250. The autobiography titled “Resolved: Uniting Nations in a Divided World” has been written by which
diplomat?
Answer: Ban Ki-moon

The former United Nations Secretary-General Ban Ki-moon has come out with his autobiography titled
‘Resolved: Uniting Nations in a Divided World’.
Q251. Which tennis player has won the 2021 ATP Finals?
Answer: Alexander Zverev
In Tennis, Alexander Zverev of Germany beat World No.2 Daniil Medvedev of Russia, 6-4, 6-4, in the men’s single
finals to clinch 2021 ATP Finals title on November 21, 2021, held at Turin in Italy
Q252. Which financial institutions has approved $300 million loan to strengthen and improve access to
comprehensive primary health care in urban areas in India?
Answer: Asian Development Bank (ADB)
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) have signed loan agreement worth $300
million on November 23, 2021 to strengthen and improve access to comprehensive primary health care in urban
areas.
Q253. When is the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women celebrated?
Answer: 25 November
The United Nations designated International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women is celebrated
worldwide on November 25.
Q254. Magdalena Andersson is the newly elected first prime minister of which country?
Answer: Sweden
Social Democratic party leader Magdalena Andersson has been elected as the first woman prime minister of
Sweden during Parliamentary election on November 24, 2021.
Q255. Who is the author of the book titled ‘Cooking To Save Your Life’?
Answer: Abhijit Banerjee
Nobel Prize-winning economist Abhijit Banerjee has come out with his new book titled “Cooking To Save Your
Life”.
Q256. Which team has won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy 2021-22 in cricket?
Answer: Tamil Nadu
In Cricket, Tamil Nadu has won the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy for 2021-22 by defeating Karnataka in the finals by
four wickets.
Q257. What is the theme of the 2021 International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women?
Answer: Orange the World: End Violence against Women Now!
2021 Theme “Orange the World: End Violence against Women Now!”.
Q258. The Noida International Airport is the ____________ international airport of Uttar Pradesh
Answer: 5th
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation Stone of Noida International Airport at Jewar in Uttar
Pradesh on November 25, 2021. The Jewar airport is the second international aerodrome in Delhi-National
Capital Region (NCR). It is the fifth international airport in Uttar Pradesh. Uttar Pradesh has now become the
state with the highest number of international airport in India.
Q259. What is the GDP growth rate prediction of India as per Moody’s in FY22?
Answer: 9.3%
India’s GDP growth rate prediction for FY22 as per Moody’s : 9.3%.
Q260. Union Cabinet has approved to further extend the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY)
till which period?
Answer: March 2022
The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the extension of Pradhan Mantri
Garib Kalyan Ann Yojana (PMGKAY) for another four months. The Phase V of PMGKAY scheme will be
operational from December 2021 till March 2022.
Q261. Which country is hosting the 13th ASEM Summit in 2021?

Answer: Cambodia
The 13th edition of the ASEM (Asia-Europe Meeting) Summit has been organised on November 25 and 26, 2021.
The Summit is being hosted by Cambodia as ASEM Chair.
Q262. The 15th Trilateral Coast Guard Exercise ‘Dosti’ was held among the Indian Coast Guards with which
countries?
Answer: Maldives and Sri Lanka
The 15th edition of the biennial Trilateral Coast Guard Exercise ‘Dosti’ between the Maldives, India, and Sri
Lanka was held from November 20 to 24 in Maldives. Indian Coast Guard was represented by ICGS Vajra and
ICGS Apoorva.
Q263. Government has changed the changed the base year for Wage Rate Index (WRI). What is the new base
year?
Answer: 2016
Ministry of Labour & Employment has changed the base year for Wage Rate Index (WRI) from 1963-65=100 to
2016=100.
Q264. When is the Constitution Day of India observed?

Answer: 26 November
In India, the Constitution Day is observed every year on November 26 to mark the anniversary of the adoption of
the Constitution of the country.
Q265. The 5th World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) was held in which city?
Answer: Delhi
The fifth edition of the World Congress on Disaster Management (WCDM) was virtually inaugurated by the
Union Defence minister Shri Rajnath Singh on November 24, 2021. The event has been organised at the Indian
Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi campus from November 24-27, 2021.
Q266. Which financial body has approved $1.5 billion loan to India for procuring safe and effective COVID
Vaccine?
Answer: Asian Development Bank (ADB)
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved $1.5 billion loan (approx Rs 11,185 crore) to help the
Government of India purchase safe and effective vaccines against the coronavirus (COVID-19)
Q267. Who represented India at the 13th ASEM Summit?

Answer: M. Venkaiah Naidu
The Indian delegation is being led by Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu through virtual platform.
Q268. Who is the author of the book ‘Conversations: India’s Leading Art Historian Engages with 101 themes,
and More’?
Answer: Brijinder Nath Goswamy
Renowned art historian and critic Brijinder Nath Goswamy has announced his new book based on and around
the Indian arts. The book is titled “Conversations: India’s Leading Art Historian Engages with 101 themes, and
More”.
Q269. National Milk Day is commemorated every year in India on November 26 to mark the birth anniversary
of_________
Answer: Dr. Verghese Kurien
Every year November 26 is celebrated as National Milk Day in India.The day is being observed since 2014 to
commemorate the birth anniversary of the Father of India’s White Revolution, Dr. Verghese Kurien.
Q270. Chun Doo-hwan who has passed away recently was the former President of which country?
Answer: South Korea
Former South Korean President Chun Doo-hwan has passed away due to cancer. He was 90 years old.
Q271. Name the head of the Expert Group on Minimum Wages & National Floor Wages which recommended
change in the base year?
Answer: S.P.Mukherjee
The government had formed an Expert Group on Minimum Wages & National Floor Wages headed by Prof.
S.P.Mukherjee. Based on the recommendation of this committee, the base year has been changed.
Q272. What is the GDP growth rate projection for India in FY23 as per Moody’s
Answer: 7.9%
India’s GDP growth rate prediction for FY23 as per Moody’s : 7.9%.
Q273. What is the name of the theme-based tourists circuit trains announced by the Indian Railways?
Answer: Bharat Gaurav Trains
The Union Minister of Railways Ashwini Vaishnaw has informed that the Ministry of Railways has introduced a
new theme-based circuit trains for tourism sector under the name Bharat Gaurav Trains.
Q274. The National Brain Research Centre (NBRC) under the Department of Biotechnology (DBT) has launched
world’s first multimodal neuroimaging database called SWADESH. In which city is the DBT-NBRC based?
Answer: Gurgaon
The unique brain initiative has been developed by the DBT-National Brain Research Centre (DBT-NBRC),
Gurgaon, Haryana.
Q275. Where was the 20th Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of
Government (CHG) organised?
Answer: Nur-Sultan
The 20th SCO-CHG meeting was held in Nur-Sultan in virtual format under the chairmanship of Kazakhstan.
Q276. What is the name given to the project launched by Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC)
to promote women researchers in joint R&D projects through lateral entry?
Answer: Wiser
The Indo-German Science & Technology Centre (IGSTC) has launched a first-of-its-kind programme to promote
women researchers in the field of research and development (R&D) through lateral entry. The programme is
called Women’s Involvement in Science and Engineering Research (WISER).WISER will encourage women
researchers in joint R&D projects.
Q277. When is the National Organ Donation Day observed in India?

Answer: 27 November
In India, the ‘National Organ Donation Day’ is observed every year on 27 November since past 10 years.
Q278. Who is the author of the book titled Contested Lands: India, China and the Boundary Dispute?
Answer: Maroof Raza
Maroof Raza, a retired Indian Army officer has come out with his new book titled “Contested Lands: India, China
and the Boundary Dispute”.
Q279. What was the theme of the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebration week by the Ministry of Women and
Child Development (WCD)?
Answer: Children Ideas, Rights & Nutrition
The Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) commemorated the Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav week from
November 14-21, 2021 as a part of India’s 75 years’ independence celebrations. The theme of the week long
event was ‘Children Ideas, Rights & Nutrition’.
Q280. Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah has been re-appointed as the Prime Minister by which
country?
Answer: Kuwait
Sheikh Sabah Al Khaled Al Hamad Al Sabah has been re-appointed the Prime Minister of Kuwait.
Q281. Who represented India at the 20th Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Council of
Heads of Government (CHG)?
Answer: S. Jaishankar
The External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar led the Indian delegations at 20th Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation
Organisation (SCO) Council of Heads of Government (CHG) on November 25, 2021.
Q282. Which term has been chosen as the Word of the Year 2021 by Collins Dictionary?
Answer: NFT
Collins Dictionary has named the term ‘NFT’ as the Word of the Year 2021.
Q283. Name the Sweden’s politician who was recently appointed as the first female prime minister of the
country but resigned within few hours
Answer: Magdalena Andersson
Magdalena Andersson who was appointed as the first ever female Prime Minister of Sweden on November 24,
2021 has resigned within few hours of appointed.
Q284. The Reserve Bank of India has recently increased the cap on promoters’ stake in private bank to ___
percent of the paid-up voting equity share capital of the bank.
Answer: 26%
The cap on promoters’ stake in long run of 15 years has been raised from 15 percent (earlier) to 26 percent of
the paid-up voting equity share capital of the bank.
Q285. Who has been appointed as the new President of INTERPOL?

Answer: Ahmed Nasser AL-RAISI
Ahmed Nasser Al Raisi of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been elected as the new President of INTERPOL
(Headquarters: Lyon, France).
Q286. Under RBI’s new directives, what is the minimum initial capital requirement to set up a new universal
bank?
The initial paid-up voting equity share capital/ net worth required to set up a new universal bank has been
increased to ₹1000 crore (from present ₹500 crore).
Q287. Which state has emerged as the poorest state in India at all dimensions in the inaugural national Multi-
dimensional Poverty Index (MPI) released by NITI Aayog?
Answer: Bihar
The government think tank Niti Aayog has released the first ever Multi-dimensional Poverty Index (MPI) to
measure poverty at the national, State/UT, and district levels. As per the inaugural index, Bihar has been
adjudged as the state with highest level of multidimensional poverty. 51.91 percent of the state’s population are
multidimensionally poor.
Q288. The joint Armed Force Exercise Dakshin Shakti 2021 was held in which place recently?
Answer: Jaisalmer
The Indian Army had organised the biggest military exercise called Dakshin Shakti in Rajasthan’s Jaisalmer from
November 19 to 22, 2021. Exercise Dakshin Shakti witnessed the participation of over 30,000 troops from the
Army, Navy, IAF, Coast Guard, BSF and intelligence.
Q289. RBI has recently imposed Rs 1 crore penalty on the State Bank of India for violating norms related to
holding shares of amount exceeding 30 percent of the paid-up share capital of the companies as stated in
subsection (2) of section ______of the Banking Regulation Act defines this rule?
Answer: Section 19
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs 1 crore on State Bank of India (SBI) on
November 26, 2021, for violating sub-section (2) of section 19 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949. SBI held
shares in the borrower companies of an amount exceeding 30 percent of the paid-up share capital of those
companies.
Q290. Sananta Tanty who has passed away recently was a Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Indian poet of
which literature?
Answer: Assamese
Sahitya Akademi Award-winning Indian poet of Assamese literature Sananta Tanty has passed away after a
prolonged illness. He was 69.
Q291. INS Vela has been commissioned at which place by the Indian Navy?
Answer: Naval Dockyard Mumbai
The Indian Navy formally commissioned the fourth Scorpene-class submarine INS Vela at the Naval Dockyard in
Mumbai on November 25, 2021. INS Vela is the fourth in the series of six submarines being developed under the
Kalvari-class submarine Project-75.
Q292. Name the Indian candidate who has recently been elected as ‘Delegate for Asia’ on the executive
committee of the INTERPOL?
Answer: Praveen Sinha
The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) Special Director Praveen Sinha has been elected as ‘Delegate for Asia’
on the executive committee of the International Criminal Police Organization (Interpol).
Q293. Which state in India has approved the proposal to launch the first Cyber Tehsils?
Answer: Madhya Pradesh
The Madhya Pradesh Cabinet has approved the proposal to create Cyber Tehsils. Madhya Pradesh will be the
first state in India to create Cyber Tehsil..
Q294. The data in the 5th National Family Health Survey (NFHS) has shown an increase in the number of
women per men. The ratio of women to men is recorded at
Answer: 1020:1000
The fifth edition of the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) released by the Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare (MoHFW) shows the signs of a demographic shift in India. The NFHS-5 showed that the proportion of
women exceeded men. There were 1,020 women for 1,000 men as per NFHS-5 report.
Q295. Who is the head of the 5 member panel constituted by the Centre to oversee timely implementation of
various projects under the Central Vista Redevelopment Plan?
Answer: Ratan P Watal
The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has formed a five-member committee for timely completion of
various projects executed under the Central Vista Redevelopment Plan. The committee will be headed by former
finance secretary Ratan P Watal.
Q296. The Indian Railways is setting up the tallest pier railway bridge of the world in which state of the
country?
Answer: Manipur
The Indian Railways is constructing the tallest pier railway bridge of the world in Manipur. The bridge is being
built at a height of 141 metres.
Q297. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs
(CBIC)?
Answer: Vivek Johri
Senior bureaucrat Vivek Johri has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes
and Customs (CBIC).
Q298. When is the International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People observed by the UN?
Answer: November 29
The International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People is a UN-organized day held every year on
November 29.
Q299. The India International Science Festival (IISF) in 2021 will be held in which state?
Answer: Goa
The 7th edition of the four-day India International Science Festival (IISF) is scheduled to be held in Panaji, Goa,
from December 10 to 13, 2021. The festival theme in 2021 is `Celebrating Creativity in Science, Technology and
Innovation for Prosperous India’.
Q300. Name the winner of the International Press Institute (IPI) India Award for Excellence in Journalism for
2021?
Answer: No award given in 2021
The International Press Institute (IPI) India Award for Excellence in Journalism 2021 has been awarded jointly to
Sreenivasan Jain and Mariyam Alavi of NDTV, and Lakshmi Subramanian and Bhanu Praksh Chandra of The
Week.
Q301. Which player has won the men’s single title at 2021 Malaysian Open Squash Championships?
Answer: Saurav Ghosal
Indian Squash star Saurav Ghosal has scripted history as he has become the first Indian squash player to win the
Malaysian Open Championships.
Q302. The National Cadet Corps (NCC) observed its which anniversary of raising day on November 28, 2021?
Answer: 73rd
The youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces, National Cadet Corps (NCC) celebrated its 73rd Raising Day on
November 28, 2021. NCC observes its Raising Day on the Fourth Sunday in November every year.
Q303. Who has been awarded the Best Actor award at the BRICS Film Festival 2021?
Answer: Dhanush
Best Actor (Male) – Dhanush for Asuran (Hindi)
Q304. The Life Insurance Corporation of India has received the approval of RBI to increase its stake in Kotak
Mahindra Bank from the present 4.96% to __________ percent
Answer: 9.99%
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has given its approval to Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) to raise its stake in
private lender Kotak Mahindra Bank to 9.99 percent.
Q305. Petr Fiala has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of which country?
Answer: Czech Republic
Petr Fiala has been sworn in as the new Prime Minister of the Czech Republic by President Milos Zeman on
November 28, 2021.
Q306. Which word has been declared as the word of the year 2021 by the Merriam-Webster dictionary?
Answer: Vaccine
The American publishing company Merriam-Webster has chosen the word “vaccine” as its 2021 Word of the
Year.
Q307. Name the winner of the ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 52nd IFFI in Goa?
Answer: Lingui: The Sacred Bonds (Chad, France, Belgium, Germany)
The internationally co-produced drama film Lingui: The Sacred Bonds has won the ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal
at IFFI 52 in Goa.
Q308. The world’s first floating city is proposed to be developed in which country?
Answer: South Korea
South Korea is soon going to get the world’s first floating city, to deal with the problem of flood due to rising sea
levels. The floating city project is a joint effort by the UN Human Settlement Programme (UN-Habit) and
OCEANIX.
Q309. Which day has been declared by the UN to be observed as the Day of Remembrance for all Victims of
Chemical Warfare?
Answer: November 30
The United Nation recognised Day of Remembrance for all Victims of Chemical Warfare is held every year on
November 30.
Q310. Who has recently been elected as the first woman president of the Indian Mountaineering Foundation
(IMF)?
Answer: Harshwanti Bisht
Noted mountaineer Harshwanti Bisht has been elected as the first woman president of the Indian
Mountaineering Foundation (IMF).
Q311. Which films have jointly won the Best Film Award at the 6th BRICS Film Festival?
Answer: Barakat and The Sun above Me Never Sets
Best Film – jointly shared by South African film ‘Barakat’ and Russian film ‘The Sun above Me Never Sets’
Q312. Which journalist has been honoured with the International Press Institute (IPI) India Award for
Excellence in Journalism for 2020
Answer: Ritika Chopra
The IPI India Award for Excellence in Journalism 2020 had been awarded to Ritika Chopra of The Indian Express.
Q313. Aifa Azman is the winner of the women’s single final title of 2021 Malaysian Open squash
championship. She represented which country?
Answer: Malaysia
The women’s single title of the 2021 Malaysian Open squash championships has been won by Malaysia’s Aifa
Azman.
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Q74. National Education Day is observed annually in India on which day?

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Q95. Falguni Nayar is the MD and CEO of which company?

Q97. Rajeev Srivastava has been appointed as CEO of which bank?

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Q120. When is the World Kindness Day observed?

Q121. Which day is commemorated as the World Diabetes Day annually?

Q124. What is the theme of the 2021 World Kindness Day?

Q125. What is the theme of the World Diabetes Day 2021?

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Q166. When is the World Philosophy Day observed globally?

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Q209. When is the World Fisheries Day observed globally?

Q212. Name the winner of the 2021 F1 Qatar Grand Prix

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Q261. Which country is hosting the 13th ASEM Summit in 2021?

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