MPEDA - GS questions based on daily current affairs

1)   Consider the following statements about Marine Products Export Development Authority (MPEDA)

1. MPEDA is statutory authority under water resources.
2. It has its headquarter in Kochi.

Which of the above statements is/are correct?


a. Only 1
b. Only 2
c. Both
d. None
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Only 2

Explanation:
MPEDA was established in 1972 under the Marine Products Export Development Authority Act (MPEDA), 1972. It functions under Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry.


2)   Marine Products Export Development Authority's (MPEDA) headquarter is located at

a. Kolkatta
b. Mumbai
c. Goa
d. Kochi
Answer  Explanation 

ANSWER: Kochi

Explanation:
MPEDA is a state owned company headquartered in Kochi. Established in 1972 under the Marine Products Export Development Authority Act (MPEDA), 1972. It functions under the aegis of Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry as a nodal coordinating agency with different Central and State Government establishments engaged in fishery production and allied activities.