1. Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), an Indonesian Group is setting up India’s largest paper mill in:
Asia Pulp & Paper (APP), an Indonesian Group is setting up India’s largest paper mill in Prakasam district with an investment of Rs. 24,500crore with a potential for 4,000 direct jobs and 12,000 indirect jobs.
2. How much amount is allocated for MSME sector in AP budget 2019-20?
In 2019-20, AP govt allocated a sum of Rs. 1,000 crore for MSME sector – • Rs. 100 crore for revival of stressed MSMEs, • Rs. 400 crore for incentives to new MSMEs, and • Rs. 500 crore for developing MSME parks.
3. AP govt signed a MoU with which of the following to set up a data center at Visakhapatnam?
4. In National Tourism Awards 2016-2017 Andhra Pradesh bagged the top prize for:
Andhra Pradesh, Kerala, Goa and Rajasthan bagged top honours at the National Tourism Awards 2016-2017. The awards were given in various segments of travel, tourism and hospitality industries. Andhra Pradesh bagged the top prize for promoting 'Andhra Pradesh Tourism' as a global brand, Kerala came second for comprehensive development of tourism. Rajasthan and Goa shared the third spot.
1. Recently HAL awarded a contract to supply 135 2.75-inch (70-mm) rocket launchers to Thales Company. The company is based in:
Thales has been awarded a contract by India-based Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for the supply of 2.75in (70mm) 12-tube rocket launchers. Under the contract, the French aerospace and defence company is required to deliver a total of 135 launchers to equip the Indian Armed Forces’ multi-role attack helicopters. The launchers will be integrated on to the Indian Army’s 18 Advanced Light Helicopters and the airforce’s 15 Light Combat Helicopters (LCH) to boost the tactical capabilities of the platforms.
2. Recently which company has unveiled the Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) at the Aero India 2019?
The Defence PSU Bharat Electronics Ltd (BEL) has unveiled the Atmospheric Water Generator (AWG) at the Aero India 2019. The Atmospheric Water Generator is being manufactured by BEL in collaboration with CSIR-IICT and MAITHRI, a start-up based in Hyderabad. The Atmospheric Water Generator taps the humidity in the atmosphere to generate water. The Atmospheric Water Generator uses heat exchange for condensing the atmospheric moisture to produce pure, safe and clean potable water. The AWG comes with a Mineralisation Unit, which is used to add minerals required to make the water potable. The AWG is configurable in static and mobile (vehicular) versions and is available in 30 litres/day, 100 litres/day, 500 litres/day and 1,000 litres/day configurations. The Water Generator can be used to provide drinking water in public places, remote field areas and establishments.
3. Recently which country conducted navy drill Velayat 97?
Iran hold a three-day navy drill Velayat 97 in a vast area of the Gulf and the Indian Ocean. It was held in the waters of Strait of Hormuz, Makran coast, Oman Sea and the north of the Indian Ocean Note: The Strait of Hormuz is a strait between the Persian Gulf and the Gulf of Oman. It provides the only sea passage from the Persian Gulf to the open ocean and is one of the world's most strategically important choke points.On the north coast lies Iran, and on the south coast the United Arab Emirates and Musandam, an exclave of Oman.About 20% of the world's petroleum (about 35% of the petroleum traded by sea) passes through the strait, making it a highly important strategic location for international trade
4. In which year Indian Stamps act was enacted?
President Ram NathKovind gave his assent to changes in the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, which will rationalise and harmonise the system of levying stamp duty and help curb tax evasion. The Amendments to the Indian Stamp Act, 1899, were introduced as part of the Finance Act 2019, and was approved by Parliament. The amendments propose to create the legal and institutional mechanism to enable states to collect stamp duty on securities market instruments at one place by one agency (through the Stock Exchanges or Clearing Corporations authorised by the stock exchange or by the Depositories). A mechanism for appropriately sharing the stamp duty with relevant state governments based on state of domicile of the buying client is also proposed, it added. "Subsequent to the enactment of the Act, it is proposed to create a Coordination Council under Article 263 of the Indian Constitution by a separate order/notification of the President of India,"These Council comprising representatives from Union and States may be tasked with the responsibility of making recommendations regarding review / revision of stamp duty rates. The proposed rationalised and harmonised system is expected to lead to zero tax evasion. Note: Article-263: Provisions with respect to an inter State Council If any time it appears to the President that the public interests would be served by the establishment of a Council charged with the duty of (a) inquiring into and advising upon disputes which may have arisen between States; (b) investigating and discussing subjects in which some or all of the States, or the Union and one or more of the States, have a common interest; or (c) making recommendations upon any such subject and, in particular, recommendations for the better co ordination of policy and action with respect to that subject, in shall be lawful for the President by order to establish such a Council, and to define the nature of the duties to be performed by it and its organisation and procedure
5. Who among the following has been appointed as an ambassador of Swasth Immunised India campaign?
The Swasth Immunised India campaign has been launched by Serum Institute of India (SII) and Network 18. KareenaKapoor Khan has been appointed as an ambassador of Swasth Immunised India campaign.
6. Which country honoured Prime Minister Narendra Modi with Seoul Peace Prize?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has been honoured with the Seoul Peace Prize. The South Korean government has awarded the Seoul Peace Prize for PM Modi in recognition of his service to international cooperation, global growth and human development. Modi was given the honour for his contributions to the growth of the Indian and global economies. The award committee has credited 'Modinomics' for reducing social and economic disparity between the rich and the poor. The committee has also lauded PM's initiatives to make the government cleaner through anti-corruption measures and demonetisation. The Prime Minister was hailed for his contribution towards regional and global peace through a proactive foreign policy with countries around the world under the 'Modi Doctrine' and the 'Act East Policy'. ABOUT THE AWARD Set up in 1990, the Seoul Peace Prize is biennially awarded to personalities to commemorate the success of the 24th Summer Olympic Games held in Seoul.The prize was established to reflect the wishes of the Korean people and to emphasise on their desire for everlasting peace on earth. The first prize was awarded to Juan Antonio Samaranch. Note: Narendra Modi is the 14th recipient of Seoul Peace Prize
7. RiverUjh is the main tributary of:
To utilise its full share of water, India would divert the water from the eastern rivers (Ravi, Beas and Sutlej) to the border states of Punjab and Jammu & Kashmir The Ujh project Multipurpose Project in Kathua districtwould store water for use in Jammu and Kashmir. River Ujh is the main tributary of river Ravi.
8. Which of the following Visas are issued to immediate family members (spouse and children under 21 years of age) of the holders of H-1B visa?
H-4 visas are issued by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to immediate family members (spouse and children under 21 years of age) of the holders of H-1B visa, the most sought-after among Indian IT professionals.
1. How many LED bulbs are installed under Chandra Kanthi LED street light project?
In order to provide state of the art energy efficient street lighting facilities in villages, the Government has launched Chandra Kanthi LED street light project with a target 27.52 lakh LED bulbs and of which 21.21 lakh LED bulbs have been installed till December 2018.
2. The cargo handling capacity of Andhra Pradesh Ports has increased from 180 MMT in 2013-14 to:
Government has formulated AP Port Policy 2015 to develop Andhra Pradesh as eastern shipping hub. Government awarded 2 new port development projects under PPP - Bhavanapadu Port and Kakinada SEZ port. The cargo handling capacity of Andhra Pradesh Ports has increased from 180 MMT in 2013-14 to 315 MMT in 2018- 19 which is 75 per cent growth in capacity addition. By 2025, Government aims to operationalising 4 additional non-major ports, viz. Bhavanapadu, Kakinada, Machilipatnam and Ramayapatnam.
3. The government is facilitating the establishment of a petrochemical complex by Haldia Petrochemicals Limited in:
The government is facilitating the establishment of a petrochemical complex by Haldia Petrochemicals Limited with an investment of ₹62,714 crore in East Godavari.
4. What is the current electricity installed capacity of A.P?
The installed capacity in the State has doubled during last four and half years from 9,529 MW to 19,680 MW.
5. Dr K.L.Rao Sagar Pulichintala Project is a balancing reservoir constructed across river:
Dr K.L.Rao Sagar Pulichintala Project is a balancing reservoir constructed across river Krishna near Pulichinta Village, Bellamkonda (M) in Guntur District (85.0 Km upstream of Prakasam barrage and 115.0 Km downstream of Nagarjuna Sagar Dam), for storing 45.77 TMC of water for stabilization of existing ayacut of 13.08 Lakh acres of Krishna delta and for early transplantation of paddy crop during June and July.
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1. During past four and half years, what is the average growth rate of Andhra Pradesh?
Despite the structural challenges, Andhra Pradesh has emerged as the best economic performer by registering an average growth of 10.66% compared to all India growth rate of 7.3% in the past four and half years. • The agriculture sector of Andhra Pradesh recorded an average growth rate of 11 % whereas the all India average growth rate was 2.4 %. • Industry sector recorded growth rate of 9.52% against the all India average growth rate of 7.1 % • Services sector of our economy recorded an average growth rate of 9.57 % against the all India average growth rate of 8.8 %.
2. In which of the following districts Ramayapatnam port is located?
AP government has taken the initiative to develop the backward Prakasam district by constructing the Ramayapatnam port, which is the worlds largest breakwater project
3. During 2018-19 AP Government spent what percentage of total budget on developmental programmes?
Government has been closely monitoring the quality of expenditure over the last four and half years. When we assess the state in terms of ratio of developmental expenditure as a percentage of aggregate disbursement, as compiled by Reserve Bank of India, Andhra Pradesh continues to be amongst the top states in 2018-19 (BE). Government spent 72.4% of total budget on developmental programmes, when the average of non-special category states is at 61.5%. Further, Andhra Pradesh is ranked amongst the top states with 51.1% in terms of Social Sector Expenditure as a percentage of Total Disbursement amongst 18 non-special category states. This shows that our Government is ensuring the quality of expenditure is quite high.
4. What is the length of Amaravati – Anantapur Greenfield expressway?
The Amaravati – Anantapur Greenfield expressway for a length of 384 km with an approximate cost of Rs.20,000 crore has been approved to be executed by the NHAI.
5. What is current Debt to GSDP ratio of A.P?
The total liabilities of Andhra Pradesh have increased from Rs. 1,48,744 crore in 2014-15 to Rs. 2,23,706 crore in 2017-18. This corresponds to 28.33% of GSDP in 2014-15 and 27.83% of GSDP in 2017-18.
For the financial year 2019-20 the revenue deficit would be around:
For the financial year 2019-20, Govt proposes an expenditure of Rs. 2, 26,177.53 crore, with revenue expenditure estimated at Rs. 1, 80,369.33 crore and capital expenditure estimated at around Rs. 29,596.53 crore, which includes Rs. 8,994 crore towards principal repayment of public debt. The 2019-20 budget estimates entail an overall increase of around 18.38 % over the 2018-19 budget estimates. While the revenue expenditure is estimated to increase by around 20.03%, the capital expenditure is estimated to grow by around 3.20% over the 2018-19 financial year. The estimated revenue deficit is around Rs. 2,099.47 crore and the fiscal deficit is estimated at around Rs. 32,390.68 crore. The fiscal deficit will be around 3.03 % of the GSDP, whereas the revenue deficit would be around 0.20 % of the GSDP
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