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Questions & Answers for September 2022's most recent general knowledge exams In English.
1. Where does India stand in the September 2022 issue of the Global Innovation Index?
1. 30th
2. 10th
3. 20th
4. 40th
Ans:- 40th
Note:
In the Global Innovation Index 2022, India moved up six spots to 40th place, according to a report by the Geneva-based World Intellectual Property Organization.
Turkiye and India made their debut appearances in the top 40, coming in at 37th and 40th, respectively.
Switzerland has led the list for a 12-year running.
Soumitra Dutta founded The Index, which was first published in 2007.
2. The National Lata Mangeshkar Award was given to renowned playback singers Kumar Sanu & Shailendra Singh and the music composition team Anand-Milind. Which year did Kumar Sanu receive the honour?
1. 2019
2. 2021
3. 2022
4. 2020
Ans:- 2021
Note:
• The National Lata Mangeshkar Award has been given to renowned playback singers Kumar Sanu and Shailendra Singh as well as the composer pair Anand-Milind on many occasions.
• On September 28, the late great singer's birthday in Indore, they received the prestigious honour.
Anand-Milind received the prize for the year 2020, Singh for the year 2019, and Kumar Sanu for the year 2021.
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3. Who is the sole Indian person listed in September 2022 on "Time magazine's list of 100 emerging leaders"?
1. Yash Dahiya
2. Rahul Bajaj
3. Avanish Grover
4. Akash Ambani
Ans:- Akash Ambani
Note:
The only other Indian was Akash Ambani, CEO of Jio, the largest telecom company in India, who was included on Time magazine's list of 100 emerging leaders.
The Time100 Next list spotlights 100 up-and-coming leaders who are influencing the direction of politics, business, entertainment, sports, health, science, and activism.
Akash Ambani became the next chairman of Reliance Jio on June 28, 2022.
4. On September 29, 2022, where did Adani Green Energy Ltd. (AGEL) inaugurate the largest wind-solar power plant in the world?
1. Jaisalmer
2. Gandhinagar
3. Jaipur
4. Jodhpur
Ans:- Jaisalmer
Note:
In Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, Adani Green Energy Ltd. (AGEL) officially opened the largest wind-solar power plant on September 29, 2022.
This project includes 150 MW of wind power and 600 MW of solar power.
Since then, AGEL has added 6.7 GW to its overall operating generation capacity.
In May 2022, AGEL began operating the 390 MW first hybrid power plant at India in Jaisalmer.
5. The 22nd tranche of electoral bonds, which go on sale on October 1, 2022, has received government approval. Which bank is qualified to offer electoral bonds?
1. Punjab National Bank
2. Reserve Bank of India
3. Union Bank of India
4. State Bank of India
Ans:- State Bank of India
Note:
The government has given the go-ahead for the issue of the 22nd tranche of electoral bonds, which go on sale on October 1st, 2022.
The State Bank of India has 29 authorised branches that are permitted to issue and cash electoral bonds.
To be eligible to receive Electoral Bonds, a political party must have received at least 1% of the votes cast in the most recent general election or state election.
6. In order to cut carbon emissions, which of the following coal companies has announced the installation of conveyor belts in its open-cast coal projects?
1. Bharat Coking Coal Limited (BCCL)
2. Central Coalfields Limited (CCL)
3. Coal India Limited (CIL)
4. NLC India Limited
Ans:- Coal India Limited (CIL)
Note:
To cut carbon emissions and ensure the safe transportation of coal, Coal India Limited (CIL) has announced the installation of conveyor belts in its open-cast coal operations.
The CIL has devised a concept known as "first-mile connectivity," in which massive conveyor belts will take the place of the current method of moving coal from silos and washeries to railway sidings.
7. Which operation has been launched by the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) against illicit drug trafficking networks in September 2022?
1. Operation GARUDA
2. Operation SAFAI
3. Operation TARGET-22
4. Operation MARTILLO
Ans:- Operation GARUDA
Note:
To combat the illicit drug trafficking network, the Central Bureau of Investigation has begun "Operation Garuda," a multi-phase operation.
With a particular focus on the Indian Ocean region, this international operation was launched in close cooperation with Interpol and the Narcotics Control Bureau.
Operation Garuda aims to take action against handlers and production zones in narcotics networks with global reach.
8. Every year on September 30, International Translation Day is observed to increase public awareness of the translation industry.
Which option or alternatives follow are true?
1. The UN General Assembly declared this day on 24 May 2017.
2. The theme for 2022 is ‘A World Without Barriers'
3. Only option 1 is correct
4. Both Options 1 & 2 are correct
Ans:- Both Options 1 & 2 are correct
Note:
Every year on September 30, International Translation Day is held to promote language awareness and the translation industry.
According to the UN, St. Jerome, the Bible translator who is revered as the patron saint of translators, has a feast day on September 30.
On May 24, 2017, the UN General Assembly proclaimed this day.
The theme for 2022 is "A World Without Barriers."
9. The 29th of September 2022 was designated as World Maritime Day. What was the focus of the 2022 World Maritime Day?
1. A World Without Barriers
2. You can: Attend the Innovation Forum
3. Save Maritime Species
4. New technologies for greener shipping
Ans:- New technologies for greener shipping
Note:
The final Thursday in September of each year is designated as World Maritime Day.
It was observed on September 29th in 2022.
The first occasion was in 1978.
It is a cause for celebration to acknowledge the dedication of individuals who work in the maritime sector.
Additionally, it commemorates the day in 1958 when the International Maritime Organization treaty was adopted.
"New technology for greener shipping" is the theme for 2022.
10. From September 29, 2022, which state will hold the 36th National Games?
1. Punjab
2. Meghalaya
3. Odisha
4. Gujarat
Ans:- Gujrat
Note:
The 36th National Games will be held in Gujarat starting on September 29, 2022.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi performed the official inauguration.
After handball was abruptly dropped, athletes from 36 units (States and Services Sports Control Board) will compete in 35 sports.
Malkhamba and yogasana will compete for the first time at the Olympics.
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