Static GK and Current Events Questions and Answers: 10th February 2021

Jagran Josh brings you a series of questions and answers based on Current events and Static GK. Take the quiz below to be better prepared for Government exams. 

1. Recently Joe Biden has proposed the construction of a smart wall between US and Mexico. In reference to the wall, choose the correct statement

i) It would replace the physical and armed patrolling with advanced surveillance technology

ii) It would solve border security issues without a physical barrier using sensors

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. c

Explanation: US President Joe Biden recently halted the construction of the border wall between the United States and Mexico. In place of that, a 'Smart wall' has been proposed. It would replace the physical and armed patrolling that was to be done with advanced surveillance technology. It would use scanners, sensors and radars to prevent illicit entry, smuggling and other border threats. 

Related| Read all about Smart wall for borders

2. How many countries does India share its borders with?

1. 9
2. 7
3. 6
4. 5

Ans. b

Explanation: India shares its borders with China, Pakistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Afghanistan, Nepal and Bangladesh. This makes a total of 7 countries. 

3. Which country shares the longest border with India?

1. China
2. Pakistan
3. Bangladesh
4. Bhutan

Ans. c

Explanation: India shares the longest borders with Bangladesh which is 4096 kilometres. 

4. Which organization has recently gained the Intellectual Property (IP) rights for a German-origin platform to develop an indigenous military aircraft in India?

1. Reliance 
2. Tata Group
3. Adani Group
4. None of the above 

Ans. b

Explanation: Tata Group has recently gained the IP rights for a German origin platform to develop indigenous military aircraft in India in line with PM Modi's Atma Nirbhar Bharat. 

Read| Tata Group to build Military aircraft in India

5. Regarding the aircraft being developed by Tata Group, choose the correct statement:

i) The aircraft would be based on the Grob G 180 SPn

ii) The aircraft would be reportedly designed for flying at an altitude of 41,000 feet

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. c

Explanation: The aircraft that is being built by Tata Group would be based on Grob G 180 SPn. It is a German-made jet that never reached its final production due to financial distress. The aircraft would be flying for approximately 41000 feet with a maximum altitude of 45000 feet.  

6. Regarding the Sri Shakti Sat choose the correct statement:

i) The satellite weighs only 460 grams

ii) It would be launched under the supervision of Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre called IN-SPACe

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. c

Explanation: Sri Shakti Satellite has been designed by the college students of Sri Shakthi Institute of Coimbatore. It is a nanosatellite that weighs only 460 grams and would be launched under the supervision of  IN-SPACe. 

Related Read| All about Sri Shakti Sat- Click here

7. When has Kashmir American day celebration been proposed by NY state assembly?

1. 5th February
2. 6th February
3. 7th February
4. 31st January

Ans. a

Explanation: New York state assembly has passed a resolution asking the Governor to proclaim February 5th as Kashmir American day. 

Related| Know all about Kashmir Resolution adopted by New York state assembly

8. Which country is not a part of the Asia Pacific Region?

1. Brunei
2. Cambodia
3. Australia 
4. Mozambique

Ans. d

Explanation: The Asia-Pacific is that part of the world in or near the Western Pacific Ocean. Asia-Pacific varies in the area depending on the context. It includes South, East, Southeast Asia, as well as Oceania. 

9. Which of the following is included in the Indo-Pacific region?

1. Indian Ocean
2. Pacific Ocean
3. Landmasses surrounding Indian and the Pacific Ocean
4. All of the above  

Ans. d

Explanation: The Indo-Pacific is an integrated region including the Indian Ocean, the Pacific Ocean, and the landmasses that surround them. India is a part of the Indo Pacific region. 

Read| What is the Asia Pacific and Indo Pacific 

10. Recently which country has suspended its ties with Myanmar?

1. New Zealand
2. Australia
3. USA
4. India

Ans. a

Explanation: New Zealand's Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern announced the suspension of ties with Myanmar on February 9, 2021. 

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