1. India has signed a 3-year program with which country for cooperation in agriculture?

Answer: Israel

India and Israel have signed a 3-year agreement for development in agricultural cooperation. India and Israel are already implementing 'INDO-ISRAEL Agricultural Project Centers of Excellence' and 'INDO-ISRAEL Villages of Excellence'.

2. Which Indian state received the highest FDI equity inflows during 2020-21?

Answer – Gujarat

India attracted the highest ever FDI inflow of US $ 81.72 billion during FY 2020-21. This is 10% higher than the previous financial year 2019-20. Gujarat is the top recipient state of FDI with 37% share of total FDI equity inflows during FY 2020-21. It is followed by Maharashtra (27%) and Karnataka (13%).

3. Which country topped the list of Investor Countries of India in 2020-21?

Answer: Singapore

According to the most recent data released on India's Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) inflows during 2020-21, Singapore tops with 29%, followed by the US (23%) and Mauritius (9%). In terms of sector, 'computer software and hardware' received around 44% investment in total FDI equity inflows, followed by construction activities (13%) and services sector (8%).

4. Which institution can approve merger of District Central Cooperative Banks (DCCBs) with State Cooperative Banks (StCBs)?

Answer - RBI

The Banking Regulation (Amendment) Act, 2020 has been notified for District Central Co-operative Banks along with State Cooperative Banks. The Reserve Bank is required to approve the amalgamation of these banks. Recently, RBI stated that it would consider the consolidation of StCBs and DCCBs subject to several conditions, including a proposal by the respective state government, NABARD recommendation, additional capital investment strategy, assurances regarding financial support, etc.

5. CPEC is the flagship project of which global initiative?

Answer: Belt and Road Initiative

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) is the flagship project of China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). India is opposed to the project, as it passes through Pakistan-occupied Kashmir (PoK). China and Pakistan recently celebrated the completion of 70 years of their diplomatic relations. China again defended the $60 billion CPEC project with Pakistan, saying it is an economic project that does not target any third country.

6. Who was H S Doreswamy?

Answer: Freedom fighter

HS Doreswamy was a freedom fighter. He is known for his participation in Quit India Movement and Vinoba Bhave's Bhoodan Movement. He was also a familiar figure in the civil society movements in Karnataka as he campaigned to revive the lakes in Bengaluru. He has died recently.

7. Who has won the Rudolf V Schindler Award?

Answer - Dr. Nageshwar Reddy

Famous gastroenterologist Dr. Nageswara Reddy has been appointed with the Rudolf V Shindler Award. The Rudolf V Schindler Award is the highest grade in the prestigious Crystal Awards, named after Dr. Schindler, who is considered the "father of gastroscopy". Dr Reddy is the first Indian doctor to win this award.

8. Who has been honored with the International Eni Award recently?

Answer - CNR Rao

CNR Rao has been awarded the International Eni Award. The International ENI Award is considered the Nobel Prize for Energy Research. He has been awarded the prize for his work on metal oxides, carbon nanotubes and other materials and two-dimensional systems.

9. When is World Hunger Day celebrated?

Answer: 28 May

World Hunger Day is celebrated every year on 28 May. This day is to raise awareness about people suffering from hunger around the world. World Hunger Day is an initiative started by The Hunger Project, which was first launched in the year 2011.

10. When is International Women's Health Action Day celebrated?

Answer: 28 May

International Women's Health Action Day is observed every year on 28 May. This day is celebrated with the aim of raising awareness about the issues related to the health and welfare of women.