GK 15

1. Which State Govt. recently banned the use of Gutka, Pan masala for one year?
Ans. Haryana
Remarks: The manufacturing and sale of gutka, pan masala is completely bannned in the state.

2. Where did US-India Cyber Dialogue 2015 held?
Ans. Washington
Remarks: The dialogue was held with an aim to increase global cyber security and to promote the digital economy.

3. How many numbers of Mega Food Park will be set up by 2019?
Ans. 42
Remarks: According to Union Food Processing Minister Harsimrat Kaur Badal, all the mega food parks will be in operation by 2019 and it will yield a potential investment of Rs. 14000 Crore.

4. Who was honored with first APJ Abdul Kalam Award?
Ans. C. N. Valarmathi
Remarks: APJ Abdul Kalam Award is awarded by Govt. of Tamil Nadu for the contributions in scientific development, humanities ans students' welfare. The award will be of five hundred thousand Indian Rupees, a certificate and a Gold medal of weight 8 grams.    

5. Which scheme is acknowledged by Guinness Book of World Records for World's largest Cash Transfer Program?
Ans. D.  PAHAL
Remarks: PAHAL (Pratyaksha Hastaantarit Laabh) 

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