Bank Of Baroda Agricultural Officer Exam 2008 Banking & General Awareness

1 The UN Secretary Gen. has asked nations to take steps to reduce fod crisis. What suggestions has he given?
a increase productivity limit of small holdings
b invest more in agricultural development research & technology transfer
c increase private sector investment & public funding

2 The GoI is planning to release figures based on revised wholesale price index. The base year for the same is? 2004-05

3 JP Morgan has taken over the major stake of the banking operations business of which US based bank? Washington Mutual Inc

4 " India to depend on edible oil imports for 3-4 years" was the news recently. What at present is the total demand of edible oil in India/annum ?13 mt

5 The GoI has decided to hike the support price of Agri crops, particularly food crops. Why has govt. taken this decision?
a To help farmers in getting good value of their products
b to encourage cultivation of food crops in place of sugarcane etc, which needs more water input
c Govt wishes that farmers should not export their products as it will create a shortage in local markets.

6 GoI has asked various banks to give their support to the implementation of the NREGA. How can banks give their support for the same?
a by opening hassle free savings bank account of the beneficiaries
b by providing job opportunities to the residents of rural areas who are willing to work in banks
c by providing financial support to various schemes projects taken up under NREGA

7 The US Govt. proposed a bail out package, which they thought was able to stablise the faltering US financial system. What was the volume of the package?$700 bn

8 GoI is paying much attention on sustainable growth these days. Which can be called as steps towards sustainable growth?
a e-choupal initiative
b social forestry
c renewable energy

9 Which of the follo. is grown in cold climate of Kashmir? Saffron

10 What was India's rank in "Global Hunger Index 2007" ? 94th

11 Which bank has taken over the Centurion Bank of Punjab? HDFC Bank

12 Which of the follo is not a social sector programme?
a Mid Day Meal
b Look East Policy
c Sarva Sikhsha Abhiyaan
d Kutir Jyoti
e Development of women & children in Rural Areas