26. Maharashtra launched its Mission Shakti- a sports initiative. Consider the following statements:
- The mission will train tribal students in all sports field.
- The scheme aims to prepare students for participation in Olympics.
- It will be funded by centre.
Which of the above statements are correct?
[A] 1 and 2
[B] 3 only
[C] 2 only
[D] All of the above
Answer: C [2 only]
Notes:
Explanation:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The scheme will train tribal students in 6 fields of sports: archery, gymnastics, weightlifting, volleyball, swimming and shooting. These will be aimed at talented students from remote regions of the state. Currently, it is to be implemented in the districts of Gadchiroli and Chandrapur.
Statement 2 is correct:
The mission aims to prepare students for participation in Olympic Games. This will lead to international exposure for talented students and will enable creation of world class athlete. The target year is 2024- when the Paris Olympics will take place.
Statement 3 is incorrect:
The mission is to be funded by the state. The fund may be sourced from the corporate sector. The mission will create international level facilities for training the students. Sports complexes are to be setup in administrative blocks. This mission was launched after the success of mission Shaurya which saw tribal students scale the Everest.
27. In light of the recent detection of the first ever case of H9N2 infection in Maharashtra, consider the following statements:
- Unlike other influenza viruses, the H9N2 does not infect birds.
- It affects the respiratory system.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
[A] Only 1 is correct
[B] Only 2 is correct
[C] Neither 1 nor 2 is correct
[D] Both 1 and 2 are correct
Answer: B [Only 2 is correct]
Notes:
Statement 1 is incorrect:
The H9N2 virus is a subtype of the Influenza A viruses, commonly called as bird flu viruses. They are capable of infecting humans as well as birds like ducks, pigeon and common poultry birds. The Maharashtra case is the first case of human infection in India.
Statement 2 is correct:
The H9N2 virus affects the respiratory system of the patient. It is spread through water, dust, air droplets, etc. Some of the symptoms are fever, breathlessness, cough, etc. The WHO had warned that the viruses are already circulating through the poultry and hence sporadic cases in humans are expected.
28. Crops loans up to what limit have been waived off by the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana of Maharashtra government?
[A] Rs. 1 Lakh
[B] Rs. 2 Lakh
[C] Rs. 3 Lakh
[D] Rs. 4 Lakh
Answer: B [Rs. 2 Lakh]
Notes:
Under the Mahatma Jyotirao Phule Shetkari Karjmukti Yojana announced by the MVA government of Maharashtra, in December 2019, crop loans up to Rs 2 Lakh outstanding till September 30, 2019, will be waived off.
29. Which Article of Indian Constitution contains special provisions with regard to the state of Maharashtra?
[A] 371
[B] 371 A
[C] 371 B
[D] 371 D
Answer: A [371]
Notes:
The Article 371 of the Constitution of India contains special provisions with regard to the states of Maharashtra and Gujarat. President is empowered to provide that the Governor of the state of Maharashtra and that of Gujarat would have special responsibility for the establishment of separate development boards for (i) Vidarbha, Marathwada and the rest of Maharashtra, (ii) Saurashtra, Kutch and the rest of Gujarat;
30. Which of the following matches of caste movements with their corresponding state are correct?
1. Justice movement- Madras
2. Self-respect movement- Tamil Nadu
3. Ezhava movement- Kerala
4. Satyashodak movement- Maharashtra
Choose the correct option from the codes given below :
[A] 1 & 2
[B] 1, 2 & 3
[C] 2, 3 & 4
[D] 1, 2, 3 & 4
Answer: D [1, 2, 3 & 4]
Notes:
Some of the caste movements and their corresponding states are Justice movement (1915-16)- Madras. Self-respect movement (1925)- Tamil Nadu, Ezhava movement- Kerala, Satyashodak movement (1873)- Maharashtra.
31. Arrange the following states as per the descending order of their production of cotton textile
1. Tamil Nadu
2. Maharashtra
3. Gujarat
4. Uttar Pradesh
Choose the correct option from the codes given below:
[A] 2, 1, 3, 4
[B] 2, 3, 1, 4
[C] 3, 2, 1, 4
[D] 3, 1, 2, 4
Answer: B [2, 3, 1, 4]
Notes:
The correct descending order- Maharashtra, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu, Uttar Pradesh.
32. Which of the following is true about Tiger Reserves in India
- Melghat in Maharashtra is the smallest Tiger reserve
- Nagarjuna- Sriselam Tiger Reserve is the largest tiger reserve in India
Select the correct answer from the codes given below-
[A] 1 only
[B] 2 only
[C] Both
[D] None
Notes:
Nagarjuna- Sriselam Tiger Reserve in Telangana is the largest tiger reserve in India while Bor tiger reserve of Maharashtra is the smallest Tiger reserve.
33. Who among the following is the official brand ambassador for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis of the state of Maharashtra?
[A] Ronit Roy
[B] Arun Govil
[C] Swapnil Joshi
[D] Mohit Raina
Answer: C [Swapnil Joshi]
Notes:
The official brand ambassador for the elimination of Lymphatic Filariasis of the state of Maharashtra is actor Swapnil Joshi. The parasite is transmitted through mosquitoes.
34. Who among the following won the ATP tour title in men’s doubles event at the Maharashtra Open 2019?
[A] Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan
[B] Philipp Oswald and Tim Pütz
[C] Marcelo Arévalo and James Cerretani
[D] Luke Bambridge and Jonny O’Mara
Answer: A [Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan]
Notes:
Rohan Bopanna and Divij Shara won the ATP tour title in men’s doubles event at the Maharashtra Open 2019 (Tata Open Maharashtra).
35. Who among the following became the first transgender election ambassador of The Election Commission in Maharashtra?
[A] Gauri Sawant
[B] Tarika Banu
[C] Anjali Ameer
[D] Atri Kar
Answer: A [Gauri Sawant]
Notes:
Gauri Sawant became the first transgender election ambassador of The Election Commission in Maharashtra. She is a transgender activist from Mumbai, Maharashtra.
36. Maharashtra Day is celebrated every year on which date?
[A] 1st May
[B] 1st April
[C] 2nd May
[D] 3rd June
Answer: A [1st May]
Notes:
1st May is celebrated as Maharashtra Day every year. On that day in 1960 Bombay was divided into two states i.e. Maharashtra and Gujarat by the Government of India under the ‘Bombay Reorganization Act 1960’.
37. Basava Jayanti is celebrated in Maharashtra on which date?
[A] 1st March
[B] 7th May
[C] 7th July
[D] 2nd August
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Correct Answer: B [7th May]
Notes:
Basava Jayanti is celebrated in Maharashtra on 7th May every year to commemorate the birth of a Hindu Kannada poet Basavanna. The state of Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh also celebrate this day.
38. The government of Maharashtra launched which of the following scheme which provides smokeless kitchens for women?
[A] Chullah free and smoke-free Maharashtra
[B] Smokeless Maharashtra
[C] No Oven No Smoke Maharashtra
[D] Dhuaan Rahit Rasoee
Answer: A [Chullah free and smoke-free Maharashtra]
Notes:
The government of Maharashtra launched a scheme for a smokeless kitchen which was named “Chullah free and smoke-free Maharashtra”. The project will help those women who have not benefited under the Ujjwala scheme or do not have an LPG connection.
39. During his visit to Maharashtra, Prime minister of India announced setting up of a research centre to tackle the Sickle cell disease in which of the following places?
[A] Chandrapur
[B] Thane
[C] Palghar
[D] Wardha
Answer: A [Chandrapur]
Notes:
During his visit to Maharashtra, Prime minister of India announced setting up a research center to tackle the Sickle cell disease in Chandrapur. Chandrapur is a city and a municipal corporation located in Chandrapur district of Maharashtra.
40. The government of Maharashtra launched the Automated Multi-modal Biometric Identification System for which of the following purpose?
[A] Instant Aadhar Generation
[B] Rationing system
[C] Crime Detection
[D] Cashless Payment
Answer: C [Crime Detection]
Notes:
The government of Maharashtra launched Automated Multi-modal Biometric Identification System (AMBIS) for detecting crime. The system is first of its kind in India. It has helped to solve 85 cases so far.