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1. 

The Government of India and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed an agreement for how much dollar "COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Project" on 8 May?

A. $400 million
B. $200 million
C. $500 million
D. $300 million

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

The Government of India and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed an agreement for a $500 million "COVID-19 Emergency Response and Health Systems Preparedness Project" on 8 May. The agreement will help India to respond to the COVID-19 pandemic and strengthen its public health preparedness.

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2. 

According to 'Digital in India' report by the Internet & Mobile Association of India(IAMAI) & Nielsen shows that rural India have more internet users than urban India by how much percent?

A. 50%
B. 10%
C. 5%
D. 20%

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

On May 6, 2020 According to 'Digital in India' report by the Internet & Mobile Association of India(IAMAI) & Nielsen shows that for the 1st time has more internet users in rural areas than urban, where rural India had 227 million active internet users, 10% more than urban India's about 205 million, as of November 2019.

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3. 

Which institute has fabricated an economical and energy-efficient wafer-scale photodetector using gold-silicon interface?

A. SreeChitraTirunal Institute for Medical Sciences and Technology
B. Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research
C. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
D. Defence Research and Development Organisation

Answer: Option B

Explanation:

Scientists from Jawaharlal Nehru Centre for Advanced Scientific Research (JNCASR) have fabricated an economical and energy-efficient wafer-scale photodetector using gold-silicon interface. The thin slice-based device can be used for security applications. The photodetector will detect weak scattered light as an indication of unwanted activity.

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4. 

Which organisation reappointed environmentalist and actor-producer Dia Mirza's term as its National Goodwill Ambassador for another two years till the end of 2022?

A. UNEP
B. UNDP
C. UNESCO
D. UNODC

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) extended environmentalist and actor-producer Dia Mirza's term as its National Goodwill Ambassador for another two years till the end of 2022. Dia is also a United Nations Sustainable Development Goals Advocate.

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5. 

World Thalassaemia Day is observed on which date?

A. 7 May
B. 5 May
C. 6 May
D. 8 May

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

World Thalassaemia Day is observed on 8 May globally. The day aims to create awareness about thalassemia, its prevention, and measures to avoid its transmission among people throughout the world. The day is observed to honor all patients suffering and fighting from thalassemia. It also appreciates scientists working hard to provide improved quality of life to people suffering from it.

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6. 

Which of the following institutes in association with the Gujarat Council of Science & Technology (GUJCOST) has announced to organize a Citizen's Science Webinar Series on "Science Communication in the Time of COVID-19"?

A. National Council for Science & Technology Communication
B. Indian Institute of Remote Sensing
C. Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
D. Defence Research and Development Organisation

Answer: Option A

Explanation:

The National Council for Science & Technology Communication (NCSTC), Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, in association with the Gujarat Council of Science & Technology (GUJCOST) has announced to organize a Citizen's Science Webinar Series on "Science Communication in the Time of COVID-19." The webinar has been scheduled to be held from 10-16 May 2020 everyday between 10-11 am. The webinar would be accessible online through the internet.

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7. 

Which board signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology- Madras (IIT-Madras) on 7 May to establish a Centre of Excellence?

A. Rubber Board
B. National Dairy Development Board
C. Coir Board
D. Spices Board

Answer: Option C

Explanation:

Coir Board signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Institute of Technology- Madras (IIT-Madras) on 7 MAy. The aim was to establish a Centre of Excellence (CoE) for the application of Coir exclusively or in combination with other natural fibres.

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8. 

World Red Cross day is observed on which date?

A. 7 May
B. 5 May
C. 6 May
D. 8 May

Answer: Option D

Explanation:

World Red Cross day is observed on 8 May. The day aims to celebrate the principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement. The day pays tribute to the Red Cross volunteers for their contribution to helping those in need. The day creates awareness about the need for life protection in some drastic conditions.

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