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Corporate organizations and industry questions test knowledge of major Indian brands, IT companies, and recent corporate acquisitions. Topics cover brand ambassadors, company histories, and industry milestones. This section is vital for the general awareness preparation of banking and administrative exams.

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Corporate Organizations and Industry Questions

Multiple choice

Which Indian IT company is a leader in the field of robotics and autonomous systems?

  1. Mindtree

  2. L&T Technology Services

  3. Cyient

  4. Persistent Systems
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Explanation

Cyient is an Indian IT company known for its expertise in robotics and autonomous systems. The company has developed a range of robotics solutions, including robotics consulting, robotics development, and autonomous systems integration.

Multiple choice

What was the main criticism of the Antrix-Devas deal?

  1. Lack of transparency

  2. Violation of regulations

  3. Favouritism towards private companies

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

The Antrix-Devas deal faced criticism for its lack of transparency, violation of regulations, and allegations of favouritism towards private companies.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major player in the online fashion retail market in India?

  1. Myntra

  2. Flipkart

  3. Amazon

  4. Reliance Jio
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Explanation

While Myntra, Flipkart, and Amazon are all major players in the online fashion retail market in India, Reliance Jio is not a major player in this market.

Multiple choice

Which Chinese e-commerce company is known as the "Amazon of China"?

  1. Alibaba

  2. JD.com

  3. Pinduoduo

  4. Suning.com
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Explanation

Alibaba is the largest e-commerce company in China, with a market capitalization of over $600 billion.

Multiple choice

Which e-commerce company is known for its online travel booking services?

  1. Amazon

  2. Alibaba

  3. Booking Holdings

  4. Expedia Group
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Explanation

Booking Holdings is an American online travel agency and metasearch engine that operates several websites, including Booking.com, Priceline.com, and Kayak.com.

Multiple choice

Which online fashion retailer has gained immense popularity in India?

  1. Myntra

  2. Flipkart

  3. Amazon

  4. All of the above
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Explanation

Myntra is one of the most popular online fashion retailers in India.

Multiple choice

Which private sector-led startup competition is known for its focus on social impact?

  1. Social Alpha

  2. Villgro

  3. Ashoka Innovators for the Public

  4. Acumen Fund
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Explanation

Social Alpha is a private sector-led startup competition that focuses on identifying and supporting startups that are working to solve social and environmental problems.

Multiple choice

Which startup competition is focused on promoting innovation in the healthcare sector?

  1. BIRAC BIG

  2. Grand Challenges India

  3. India Innovation Challenge

  4. HealthTech Challenge
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Explanation

BIRAC BIG (Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council Grand Challenge India) is a startup competition that focuses on promoting innovation in the healthcare sector.

Multiple choice

Femina India is owned by which media company?

  1. Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd.

  2. The Times Group

  3. India Today Group

  4. Hindustan Media Ventures Ltd.
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Explanation

Femina India is owned by Bennett, Coleman & Co. Ltd.

Multiple choice

The Maharajas' Express is operated by which company?

  1. Indian Railways

  2. IRCTC

  3. Cox & Kings

  4. Palace on Wheels
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Explanation

Cox & Kings, a leading travel and tour operator, operates The Maharajas' Express.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of a successful pharmaceutical industry joint venture?

  1. Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline

  2. Merck and Schering-Plough

  3. Novartis and Roche

  4. AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly
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Explanation

Pfizer and GlaxoSmithKline formed a joint venture in 2009 to develop and market new vaccines.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is an example of an unsuccessful pharmaceutical industry joint venture?

  1. Bayer and Schering AG

  2. Sanofi and Aventis

  3. Johnson & Johnson and Merck

  4. Bristol-Myers Squibb and ImClone Systems
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Explanation

Bristol-Myers Squibb and ImClone Systems formed a joint venture in 2001 to develop and market the cancer drug Erbitux. The joint venture was dissolved in 2008 after Erbitux failed to meet sales expectations.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT a major film distribution company in India?

  1. Eros International

  2. UTV Motion Pictures

  3. Reliance Entertainment

  4. PVR Pictures
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Explanation

PVR Pictures is not a major film distribution company in India. The other three options are among the leading distributors in the country.

Multiple choice

Which of the following is NOT an advertising partner of Harper's Bazaar India?

  1. L'Oréal

  2. Chanel

  3. Gucci

  4. Hindustan Unilever
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Explanation

Hindustan Unilever is not an advertising partner of Harper's Bazaar India.

Multiple choice

In which country is the concept of "integrated reporting" most actively promoted through corporate law?

  1. United Kingdom

  2. Australia

  3. Brazil

  4. India
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Explanation

The United Kingdom has been at the forefront of promoting integrated reporting, requiring companies to provide a comprehensive report that includes financial and non-financial information.