21 st July, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams

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2 21 st July, 2018 Current Affairs Questions for Bank (IBPS Clerk, IBPS PO, RBI Grade-B, SBI Clerk & SBI PO) and Railways Exams June GA Quiz 21 Directions: Study the following questions carefully and answer the questions given below. 1. Which of the following state governments has recently abolished interviews for all Class-IV jobs? A. Uttar Pradesh B. Andhra Pradesh C. Jharkhand D. Jammu and Kashmir E. None of these 2. Which of the following countries has recently passed a divisive Jewish nation-state law? A. Iran B. Yemen C. Israel D. Iraq E. None of these 3. The Union Government has recently sanctioned Rs 300 cr for effective solid waste management. A. Bengaluru B. New Delhi C. Mumbai D. Chennai E. None of these 4. Which of the following states has recently given priority to deploy transgender security guards in its shelter homes? A. Delhi B. Maharashtra C. Karnataka D. Bihar E. None of these 5. Nelson Mandela International Day was recently observed on which of the following dates? A. 16 July B. 18 July C. 19 July D. 15 July E. None of these

3 6. The Supreme Court has observed that women have the fundamental right to enter which among the following temples? A. Tirupati Balaji B. Venkateswara Temple C. Sabarimala D. Guruvayur Temple E. None of these 7. The Union Cabinet has given ex-post facto approval for a pact between India and for cooperation in the field of traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy? A. Myanmar B. Malaysia C. Cuba D. Sri Lanka E. None of these 8. Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle, who passed away recently, was related to which of the following organizations? A. Sawantwadi sansthan B. Vishalgad sansthan C. Sangli sansthan D. Kolhapur sansthan E. None of these 9. Who among the following is the author of the book The House of Islam: A Global History? A. Abdullah Quilliam B. Maajid Nawaz C. Ayaan Hirsi Ali D. Ed Husain E. None of these 10. The NMCG has organised Ganga Vriksharopan Abhiyan in which of the following main stem Ganga basin states? A. Uttarakhand and Uttar Pradesh B. West Bengal C. Bihar and Jharkhand D. All of the above E. None of these

4 Correct Answers: D C B D B C C A D D Explanations: 1. Who: Jammu and Kashmir What: has abolished interviews for all Class-IV jobs When: published on 18th July 2018 Jammu and Kashmir government has abolished interviews for all Class-IV posts in the state and the selection will now be based on the merit secured in the written examination. An official spokesperson said, State Administrative Council (SAC), which met in Srinagar yesterday under the chairmanship of Governor NN Vohra abolished interviews for all Class-IV posts. He said, the decision will come into effect immediately except for those posts for which selection process has already been initiated. The Spokesperson said, in future, all recruitment for Class-IV posts, Divisional and District Cadres and also for companies, organizations and bodies substantially owned or controlled by the Government, will be done through the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board.

5 2. Who: Israel What: has passed a divisive Jewish nation-state law When: published on 18th July 2018 Israel passed a nation-state law on Thursday declaring that only Jews have the right of self-determination in the country, stirring anger from members of the Arab minority who said it was racist and drawing an expression of concern from the EU. The bill, backed by the right-wing government, passed through parliament after months of political argument and some Arab lawmakers shouted and ripped up their papers after the vote. This is a defining moment in the annals of Zionism and the history of the state of Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the Knesset Who: Union Government What: has sanctioned Rs 300 crores to Delhi civic bodies, for solid waste management and dust control When: published on 19th July 2018 The centre has sanctioned financial assistance of Rs 300 crores, to the three municipal corporations of Delhi, for effective solid waste management and dust control.

6 Union housing and urban affairs secretary Durga Shanker Mishra, said orders for various projects worth Rs 236 crores were issued and the north and east MCDs were asked to prepare other proposals worth Rs 64 crores. This comes in the backdrop of the Supreme Court castigating Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal, for his attitude of being a superman but doing nothing to get the mountains of garbage of the city cleared. 4. Who: Bihar What: has given priority to deploy transgender security guards in its shelter homes When: published on 18th July 2018 State-funded shelter homes for women and children in Bihar may get transgender security guards as the government has instructed the authorities to prefer them during recruitment. The instruction followed allegations of sexual exploitation of inmates in some of the state's shelter homes in the recent past. Social Welfare Department Principal Secretary Atul Prasad has mooted the idea at Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's weekly public interaction programme "Lok Samvad" earlier this week in response to a request for opening employment avenues for the transgender community.

7 5. Who: Nelson Mandela International Day What: was observed on 18th July 2018 When: published on 18th July 2018 Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 marks 100 years since the birth of Nelson Mandela (18 July 1918). The Centenary is an occasion to reflect on his life and legacy, and to follow his call to make of the world a better place. The Nelson Mandela Foundation is dedicating this year's Mandela Day to Action Against Poverty, honouring Nelson Mandela's leadership and devotion to fighting poverty and promoting social justice for all Who: Supreme Court What: has said women have fundamental right to enter Sabrimala temple When: published on 18th July 2018 The Supreme Court today said that the fundamental right of freedom to practice religion is provided to all persons by the Constitution and the women have the right to enter and pray like men at the famous Sabrimala temple in Kerala. Can a religious practice run contrary to the constitutional mandate? asked a fivejudge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra during the hearing on the contentious issue relating to women in the menstruating age of 10 to 50 years being barred from entering the over 800-year-old shrine.

8 7. Who: Union Government What: has given ex-post facto approval for a pact between India and Cuba for cooperation in the field of traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy When: published on 18th July 2018 The government gave ex-post facto approval for a pact between India and Cuba for cooperation in the field of traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the approval to the pact that was signed between the countries on June 22. "The MoU will enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries in the areas of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy Who: Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle What: passed away When: published on 19th July 2018 Noted activist from Konkan region in Maharashtra, Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle of Sawantwadi Sansthan passed away at Sawantwadi last night due to prolonged illness. She was 83. She was the wife of the last King of the Sawantwadi Kingdom late

9 Shivramraje Bhosle who was coronated before the merger of the princely state into Union of India. 9. Who: Ed Husain What: is the author of the book The House of Islam: A Global History When: published on 18th July 2018 Self-proclaimed former Islamist radical Ed Husain has come out with a new book in which he makes three suggestions to help heal the rancour in the Islamic world - create a Middle East union, implement a Muslim Marshall plan and expel extremists from within Islam. "The House of Islam: A Global History" explores the intricacies of Islam and the inner psyche of the Muslim world. husains-book-the-house-of-islam-a-global-history-explores-the-intricacies-of html 10. Who: National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) What: is running Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan in five main stem Ganga basin states Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal

10 When: published on 19th July 2018 National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is running Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan in five main stem Ganga basin states Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal. The drive was launched on the 9thof this month, and the week upto 15th July was observed as ShubharambhSaptah. State Forest Departments of these states have been made the nodal agencies for the smooth and effective execution of the campaign. The participation from Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), Ganga VicharManch (GVM), NGOs and educational institutions has been encouraging. The involvement of District Ganga Committees, of which District Magistrates are the Chairpersons, has given strength to the programme. Divisional Forest Officers (DFOs) have been designated as the district level Nodal Officers and Chief Conservator of Forest (CCF) at the State level for organizing the events.

11 Top 10 News of the Day : 21 st July, Jammu and Kashmir has abolished interviews for all Class-IV jobs. (Current Affairs in Short 21 st July 2018) Jammu and Kashmir government has abolished interviews for all Class-IV posts in the state and the selection will now be based on the merit secured in the written examination. An official spokesperson said, State Administrative Council (SAC), which met in Srinagar yesterday under the chairmanship of Governor NN Vohra abolished interviews for all Class-IV posts. He said, the decision will come into effect immediately except for those posts for which selection process has already been initiated. The Spokesperson said, in future, all recruitment for Class-IV posts, Divisional and District Cadres and also for companies, organizations and bodies substantially owned or controlled by the Government, will be done through the Jammu and Kashmir Services Selection Board. 2. Israel has passed a divisive Jewish nation-state law. (Top Current Affairs MCQs 21 st July 2018) Israel passed a nation-state law on Thursday declaring that only Jews have the right of self-determination in the country, stirring anger from members of the Arab minority who said it was racist and drawing an expression of concern from the EU. The bill, backed by the right-wing government, passed through parliament after months of political argument and some Arab lawmakers shouted and ripped up their papers after the vote. This is a defining moment in the annals of Zionism and the history of the state of Israel, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu told the Knesset. 3. Union Government has sanctioned Rs 300 crores to Delhi civic bodies, for solid waste management and dust control.

12 (Latest Current Affairs 21 st July 2018) The centre has sanctioned financial assistance of Rs 300 crores, to the three municipal corporations of Delhi, for effective solid waste management and dust control. Union housing and urban affairs secretary Durga Shanker Mishra, said orders for various projects worth Rs 236 crores were issued and the north and east MCDs were asked to prepare other proposals worth Rs 64 crores. This comes in the backdrop of the Supreme Court castigating Delhi Lt Governor Anil Baijal, for his attitude of being a superman but doing nothing to get the mountains of garbage of the city cleared. 4. Bihar has given priority to deploy transgender security guards in its shelter homes. (Current Affairs MCQs 21 st July 2018) State-funded shelter homes for women and children in Bihar may get transgender security guards as the government has instructed the authorities to prefer them during recruitment. The instruction followed allegations of sexual exploitation of inmates in some of the state's shelter homes in the recent past. Social Welfare Department Principal Secretary Atul Prasad has mooted the idea at Chief Minister Nitish Kumar's weekly public interaction programme "Lok Samvad" earlier this week in response to a request for opening employment avenues for the transgender community. 5. Nelson Mandela International Day was observed on 18 th July (Top 10 Objective Current Affairs Questions 21 st July 2018) Nelson Mandela International Day 2018 marks 100 years since the birth of Nelson Mandela (18 July 1918). The Centenary is an occasion to reflect on his life and legacy, and to follow his call to make of the world a better place. The Nelson Mandela Foundation is dedicating this year's Mandela Day to Action Against Poverty,

13 honouring Nelson Mandela's leadership and devotion to fighting poverty and promoting social justice for all. 6. Supreme Court has said women have fundamental right to enter Sabrimala temple. (Important Current Affairs of 21 st July 2018) The Supreme Court today said that the fundamental right of freedom to practice religion is provided to all persons by the Constitution and the women have the right to enter and pray like men at the famous Sabrimala temple in Kerala. Can a religious practice run contrary to the constitutional mandate? asked a fivejudge Constitution bench headed by Chief Justice Dipak Misra during the hearing on the contentious issue relating to women in the menstruating age of 10 to 50 years being barred from entering the over 800-year-old shrine. 7. Union Government has given ex-post facto approval for a pact between India and Cuba for cooperation in the field of traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy. (Most Important Current Affairs Questions 21 st July 2018) The government gave ex-post facto approval for a pact between India and Cuba for cooperation in the field of traditional systems of medicine and homeopathy. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the approval to the pact that was signed between the countries on June 22. "The MoU will enhance bilateral cooperation between the two countries in the areas of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy. 8. Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle passed away. (Current Affairs and GK Questions 21 st July 2018) Noted activist from Konkan region in Maharashtra, Rajmata Satvashila Devi Bhosle of Sawantwadi Sansthan passed away at Sawantwadi last night due to prolonged illness. She was 83. She was the wife of the last King of the Sawantwadi Kingdom late

14 Shivramraje Bhosle who was coronated before the merger of the princely state into Union of India. 9. Ed Husain is the author of the book The House of Islam: A Global History. (Top 10 Current Questions 21 st July 2018) Self-proclaimed former Islamist radical Ed Husain has come out with a new book in which he makes three suggestions to help heal the rancour in the Islamic world - create a Middle East union, implement a Muslim Marshall plan and expel extremists from within Islam. "The House of Islam: A Global History" explores the intricacies of Islam and the inner psyche of the Muslim world. 10. National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is running Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan in five main stem Ganga basin states Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal. (21 st July 2018 Latest Current Affairs File) National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is running Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan in five main stem Ganga basin states Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal. The drive was launched on the 9thof this month, and the week upto 15th July was observed as ShubharambhSaptah. State Forest Departments of these states have been made the nodal agencies for the smooth and effective execution of the campaign. The participation from Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan (NYKS), Ganga VicharManch (GVM), NGOs and educational institutions has been encouraging. The involvement of District Ganga Committees, of which District Magistrates are the Chairpersons, has given strength to the programme. Divisional Forest Officers (DFOs) have been designated as the district level Nodal Officers and Chief Conservator of Forest (CCF) at the State level for organizing the events.

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