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Q1. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) extended the deadline for the PAN-Aadhaar linking to ______
A. April 30, 2019.
B. January 31, 2019.
C. February 28, 2019.
D. March 31, 2019.
Answer: A
Explanation: The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) extended the deadline for the PAN- Aadhaar linking to March 31, 2019.
This is the fifth time the government has extended the deadline for individuals to link their Permanent Account Number (PAN) to their biometric ID (Aadhaar).
The policy-making body of the tax department issued an order, under Section 119 of the Income Tax Act.
Q2. Who clinched the Kabaddi Masters 2018 title?
A. Iran
B. India
C. South Korea
D. Pakistan
Answer: B
Explanation: India clinched the Kabaddi Masters 2018 title after beating Iran 44-26 in the final in Dubai, UAE.
Q3. National Doctors' Day is celebrated on
A. July 1
B. July 2
C. July 3
D. June 30
Answer: A
Explanation: In India, the National Doctors' Day is celebrated on July 1 all across India to honour the legendary physician and the second Chief Minister of West Bengal, Dr Bidhan Chandra Roy.
He was born on July 1, 1882, and died on the same date in 1962, aged 80 years. Dr Roy was honoured with the country's highest civilian award, Bharat Ratna on February 4, 1961.
The celebration of the Doctors' Day is an attempt to emphasise on the value of doctors in our lives and to offer them our respects by commemorating one of their greatest representatives.
India has shown remarkable improvements in the medical field and July 1 pays a perfect tribute to all the doctors who have made relentless efforts towards achieving this goal irrespective of the odds.
Q4. Asia's first patent arbitration centre to open in
A. Beijing
B. Tokyo
C. Osaka
D. Shanghai
Answer: B
Explanation: Asia's first arbitration centre specialised in intellectual property is slated to open in Tokyo in September to resolve the growing number of disputes in the region.
The International Arbitration Centre in Tokyo (IACT) is set to have around a dozen arbitrators from around the world, who would try to resolve disputes within a period of one year.
Q5. ______was elected the president of the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF)
A. Janardan Singh Gehlot
B. Vinod Tiwari
C. Mohammed Sarwar
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Janardan Singh Gehlot was elected the president of the International Kabaddi Federation (IKF) for the next four years.
It was announced after the Annual General Congress (AGC) of the federation, conducted in Dubai, the UAE.
Q6. The Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction 2018 (AMCDRR 2018) held in
A. Japan
B. China
C. Hong Kong
D. Mongolia
Answer: D
Explanation: A high level Ministerial delegation from India headed by Shri Kiren Rijiju, Minister of State for Home Affairs participated in the Asian Ministerial Conference on Disaster Risk Reduction 2018 (AMCDRR 2018) held in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia from 03-06 July, 2018.
The theme of the AMCDRR 2018: ‗Preventing Disaster Risk: Protecting Sustainable Development‘ reflects the essence of the Sendai Framework.
The AMCDRR 2018 hosted over 3,000 delegates and participants from Asian and Pacific countries, governmental and inter-governmental organisations, United Nations and international organisations, and stakeholder groups including National Societies of Red Cross and Red Crescent Organisations, Children and Youth, Civil Society and Community Practitioners, Women, Parliamentarians, Local Authorities, Science and Technology and Academia, Private Sector, Media, Disability.
Q7. A conference of Ministers for Power, New & Renewable Energy of States & Union Territories held in which state?
A. Assam
B. Tripura
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. West Bengal
Answer: C
Explanation: A conference of Ministers for Power, New & Renewable Energy of States & Union Territories held on 3rd July at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
The Conference inaugurated by Shri R K Singh, Union Minister of State (IC) for Power and New & Renewable Energy.
The aim of this one-day conference was to review the implementation of various ongoing Schemes/ Programmes & deliberate on a host of issues pertaining to Power and Renewable Energy sectors.
Q8. Govt forms panel to upgrade norms for state, district level economic data collection. The Committee will be headed by
A. Ravindra Dholakia
B. Lakshmi Kanth
C. Kalpana Gontyala
D. Shyam Prasad
Answer: A
Explanation: The government has set up a 13-member committee to upgrade the norms for computation of economic data at states and districts level in the backdrop of plans to revise the base year for National Accounts or GDP calculation.
The Committee for Sub-National Accounts will be headed by Ravindra H Dholakia, a retired professor of IIM Ahmedabad.
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) will change the base year to 2017-18 for the calculation of GDP and IIP numbers from the current 2011-12 with an aim to capture changes in the economy.
The panel has been asked to review the concepts, definitions, classifications, data conventions, data sources and data requirements for preparation of State Domestic Product (SDP) and District Domestic Product (DDP) and to lay down revised guidelines.
Q9. Which state was awarded for reducing maternal mortality under Prime Minister's Safe Motherhood Campaign?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Maharashtra
D. West Bengal
Answer: B
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh was awarded for reducing maternal mortality under Prime Minister's Safe Motherhood Campaign.
It was awarded by Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The maternal mortality rate was 221 in the year 2011-13, which has now dropped down further to just 173. There has been a significant decline of 22% in the last three years in the state.
The Prime Minister‘s Safe Motherhood Campaign has been launched to ensure the quality of care of over 3 crore pregnant women of the country before delivery.
Q10. The ninth and final meeting of Eminent Persons Group (EPG) on India-Nepal relations concluded in
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Kathmandu
D. Pokhara
Answer: C
Explanation: The ninth and final meeting of Eminent Persons Group (EPG) on India-Nepal relations concluded in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The Representatives from Nepal and India deliberated up on various bilateral issues including 1950 Peace and Friendship treaty, trade, transit and border during the two day meeting.
Indian side was represented by Bhagat Singh Koshyari, Jayant Prasad, Bhuvan Chandra Upreti and Mahendra P. Lama. Nepalese side included Bhekh Bahadur Thapa, Nilamber Acharya, Rajan Bhattarai and Surya Nath Upadhyay.
Q11. ______became only the fifth player from India to be inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame for their stupendous achievements in international cricket.
A. Rahul Dravid
B. Saurav Ganguly
C. Virendra Sehwag
D. Sachin Tendulkar
Answer: A
Explanation: Former India captain Rahul Dravid and Australian legend Ricky Ponting have been inducted into the ICC Cricket Hall of Fame for their stupendous achievements in international cricket.
Along with Dravid and Ponting, retired England woman wicketkeeper-batter Claire Taylor was also named in the ‗Hall of Fame‘ during a ceremony in Dublin, Ireland.
Dravid became only the fifth player from India to be named in the elite list. The other four Indians are former skippers Bishan Singh Bedi, Sunil Gavaskar, Kapil Dev and Anil Kumble.
Q12. ______has become the new president of Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA)
A. Rakesh Bansal
B. Rajat Sharma
C. Vinod Tihara
D. Rajan Manchanda
Answer: B
Explanation: Rajat Sharma has become the new president of Delhi and Districts Cricket Association (DDCA) for a period of 3 years.
Senior TV journalist Rajat Sharma and his team swept the Delhi and District Cricket Association (DDCA) elections, winning all 12 seats on offer.
Sharma polled 1,521 votes out of 2,791 to beat member of the 1983 World Cup winning team Madan Lal (1,004) and Singh (232) for the president‘s position.
Those elected:
President: Rajat Sharma
Vice-president: Rakesh Bansal
Secretary: Vinod Tihara
Joint-secretary: Rajan Manchanda
Treasurer: OP Sharma
Cricket director: Sanjay Bhardwaj
Woman director: Renu Khanna
Directors: Alok Mittal, Apurv Jain, Nitin Gupta, Nandan Sharma, Sudhir Kumar Aggarwal.
Q13. Which country‟s team has won the 2018 Men‟s Hockey Champions Trophy?
A. India
B. Netherlands
C. Australia
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: India lost (1-3) to Australia in a shootout in the summit clash of Hockey Champions Trophy 2018 in Breda, the Netherlands.
India settled for silver medal in the tournament after losing to Australia in the final via shootout.
In the 2016 edition, India had lost to the same opponents in a similar manner. Australia won their 15th goal medal at Champions Trophy. India won their second silver medal after winning their first in 2016.
Q14. The first 'Khadi Mall' of the country will be opened in
A. Jharkhand
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Gujarat
D. Maharashtra
Answer: A
Explanation: The first 'Khadi Mall' of the country will be opened in Jharkhand. It was announced by Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das.
The land in the Heavy Engineering Corporation (HEC) campus will be made available to the Khadi Board to develop the country's first Khadi mall.
Q15. Bhitarkanika national park is in which state?
A. Odisha
B. West Bengal
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: A
Explanation: The Bhitarkanika national park has become the largest habitat of the endangered estuarine crocodiles in the country with a record number of their nesting sites spotted in it.
Altogether 101 nesting sites of estuarine crocodiles were found this time by enumerators.
Estuarine crocodiles are also found in West Bengals Sundarban areas having the country's largest mangrove cover.
Q16. _____ has entered into an agreement with the Bombay Metal Exchange (BME) to develop commodity derivatives markets.
A. National Stock Exchange
B. India International Exchange
C. Indian Commodity Exchange Limited
D. Bombay Stock Exchange
Answer: D
Explanation: Premier stock exchange BSE has entered into an agreement with the Bombay Metal Exchange (BME) for the growth and systematic development of commodity derivatives markets in the non-ferrous metals complex.
Through this memorandum of understanding (MoU), the BSE and the BME will co-ordinate and work jointly on initiatives to deepen the understanding of commodity market among stakeholders.
Q17. ______appointed as Director & GM of United India Insurance
A. K Vijay Srinivas
B. Vibha Prasad
C. Armaan Bhati
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: City-based United India Insurance Company announced the appointment of K B Vijay Srinivas as its Director and General Manager with effect from July 1.
Prior to taking up the new role, he was serving National Insurance Company Ltd as its Chief Marketing Officer and General Manager.
Srinivas, in his 37 years of service, has also contributed articles in journals of insurance, tax and other subjects. A recipient of many awards, Srinivas is also an associate member of Insurance Institute of India.
Q18. ______has won the Austrian Grand Prix in Austria
A. M. Verstappen
B. K. Räikkönen
C. S. Vettel
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Red Bull‘s Max Verstappen has won the Austrian Grand Prix in Austria.
Top 3 Winners:
1. Netherlands M. Verstappen - Red Bull
2. Finland K. Räikkönen - Ferrari
3. Germany S. Vettel - Ferrari
Q19. Which government launched 'Happiness Curriculum' for its school students?
A. Delhi
B. Maharashtra
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. West Bengal
Answer: A
Explanation: The Delhi government launched 'Happiness Curriculum' for its school students. It was launched by Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal in the presence of the Dalai Lama.
The 'Happiness Curriculum' including meditation, value education, and mental exercises.
It was designed and prepared by a team of 40 Delhi government teachers, educators and volunteers over a period of six months.
The curriculum will involve a 'Happiness' period of 45 minutes for all students studying in nursery up to class VIII at all the Delhi government schools. Each class will begin with a five minute meditation practice.
Q20. NITI Aayog, in collaboration with various ministries and industry partners, is organising „MOVE: Global Mobility Summit‟ in which city?
A. Mumbai
B. Hyderabad
C. New Delhi
D. Chennai
Answer: C
Explanation: NITI Aayog, in collaboration with various ministries and industry partners, is organising ‗MOVE: Global Mobility Summit‘ in New Delhi on 7th and 8th September 2018.
This Summit will help drive Government‘s goals for vehicle electrification, renewable energy integration and job growth and also speed up India‘s transition to a clean energy economy.
MOVE Summit aims to bring together and engage with key stakeholders within the rapidly transforming global mobility landscape and to evolve a public interest framework for a shared, connected, zero emission and inclusive mobility agenda for the future.
The Summit will constitute three designated components – The Conclave, the Expo and the Featured Events.
Q21. Election Commission of India launched Mobile App ______to enable citizens to report on violation of election code of conduct.
A. pVIGIL
B. sVIGIL
C. eVIGIL
D. cVIGIL
Answer: D
Explanation: The Chief Election Commissioner O.P. Rawat, along with the Election Commissioners Sunil Arora and Ashok Lavasa launched a mobile app, called ‗Cvigil,‘ on July 3, 2018, for citizens to report any violation of the model code of conduct during elections.
―cVIGIL" is a user-friendly and easy to operate Android application. It will be operational only where elections are announced.
However, the beta version of the app will be made available for the public and election staff to download so that they can acquaint themselves with its features and also try sending dummy data.
Upon successful completion of the trial that is underway, the application will be made available for general use by all, right from the forthcoming Assembly elections in the States of Chhattisgarh, Madhya Pradesh, Mizoram and Rajasthan.
The practical use of the app during the four-state Assembly polls will also serve as a pilot initiative before it is put to extensive use during the next Lok Sabha General Elections.
―cVIGIL‖ will allow anyone in the election-bound state to report violations of Model Code of Conduct (MCC) that comes into effect from the date of announcement of elections and goes on till a day after the polls.
By using this app, citizens can immediately report on incidents of misconduct within minutes of having witnessed them and without having to rush to the office of the returning officer to lodge a complaint.
Q22. Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) in ____ state has become the first oil public sector undertaking (PSU) to adopt an online legal compliance system by introducing 'Legatrix'.
A. Assam
B. Odisha
C. Tripura
D. Maharashtra
Answer: A
Explanation: Numaligarh Refinery Ltd (NRL) in Assam has become the first oil public sector undertaking (PSU) to adopt an online legal compliance system by introducing 'Legatrix'.
'Legatrix' is a onestop solution for effectively managing the organisations legal and regulatory compliances through monitoring control at different levels.
It encompasses the requirements of laws like labour, taxation, IT, commercial, export-import, corporate laws and other industry-specific laws.
Q23. ______appointed as the new director general and chairman of the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB).
A. P K Shrivastava
B. K J Mahobiya
C. Kiran Rao
D. Vishnu Mehta
Answer: A
Explanation: P K Shrivastava appointed as the new director general and chairman of the Ordnance Factory Board (OFB).
Shrivastava was earlier the additional director general of ordnance factories and member at OFB. He was also in-charge of OFB's Armoured Vehicles headquarters at Avadi in Chennai.
Srivistava joined Indian Ordnance Factories' Service in 1982 and in a career spanning 36 years. He has been with Ammunition Factory Khadki, Vehicle Factory Jabalpur, Ordnance Factory Varangaon, Ordnance Factory Khamaria, Armoured Vehicles headquarters and at OFB headquarters as member of personnel division.
Q24. ______has taken over the additional charge as chairman and managing director of steel PSU SAIL.
A. Saraswati Prasad
B. Srikar Kumar
C. Navneeth Rai
D. P K Singh
Answer: A
Explanation: Senior bureaucrat Saraswati Prasad has taken over the additional charge as chairman and managing director of steel PSU SAIL.
Prasad succeeds P K Singh.
Q25. Which country to host International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST)?
A. India
B. Canada
C. Australia
D. United States
Answer: A
Explanation: The International Union of Food Science and Technology (IUFoST), the global voice of food science and technology in association with Indian National Science Academy (INSA) as adhering body, announced the 19th edition of its prestigious global event to be held in Navi Mumbai, India from October 23-27, 2018.
The focal theme for this edition of the prestigious congress is 25 Billion Meals a Day by 2025 with Healthy, Nutritious, Safe and Diverse Foods.
IUFoST 2018 will provide insight on key concepts on recent advances in food sciences, food processing and agriculture technologies.
The five-day event will bring together researchers, academicians, professionals, policy makers and industry leaders from across the globe to showcase innovation, exchange breakthrough ideas and drive policy issues.
Q26. Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority (IRDAI) is Headquartered in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. New Delhi
C. Chennai
D. Bengaluru
Answer: A
Explanation: The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) has approved a proposal allowing the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to acquire a majority stake in the IDBI bank.
Under the proposal, the public sector life insurance behemoth can raise its stake in the public sector bank to 51%, injecting ₹10,000-13,000 crore in the debt-ridden lender.
Q27. ______has been adjudged first among states for its performance under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritav Abhiyan (PMSMA) in the country.
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Jharkhand
D. Telangana
Answer: B
Explanation: Himachal Pradesh has been adjudged first among states for its performance under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritav Abhiyan (PMSMA) in the country.
Union Health Minister Jagat Prakash Nadda conferred the award upon the state which was received by Additional Chief Secretary, Health, BK Agarwal at a ceremony in New Delhi.
The Himachal Pradesh government had launched PMSMA in August, 2016, and established around 495 clinics in which ante-natal check-ups were conducted by the doctors.
Under PMSMA pregnant women are supposed to get antenatal check up on 9th of every month by a doctor.
Q28. Swiggy announced the appointment of ______as its first Chief Operating Officer.
A. Vivek Sunder
B. Rajkumar Bhatiya
C. Pramod Patil
D. Ankush Rao
Answer: A
Explanation: Swiggy announced the appointment of Vivek Sunder as its first Chief Operating Officer.
As COO of Swiggy, Vivek will be responsible for the company's operating units and be tasked with accelerating Swiggy's mission of making the lives of consumers more convenient and hassle-free.
Q29. NABARD sanctions Rs ______crore for Bengal rural infra projects.
A. Rs 735.53 crore
B. Rs 730.53 crore
C. Rs 725.53 crore
D. Rs 720.53 crore
Answer: A
Explanation: National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has sanctioned Rs 735.53 crore under Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) to West Bengal during the first quarter of 2018-19.
The funding would help execution of 86 projects, which included six solar power projects, works on one medium irrigation, five minor irrigation and 12 flood protection projects, besides 57 projects of widening and strengthening of roads and five rural bridges.
Q30. Who is the new president of Mexico?
A. Manuel López
B. Peña Nieto
C. Jaime Calderon
D. Jose Meaade
Answer: A
Explanation: Mexico‘s leftist candidate Andrés Manuel López Obrador has won country‘s presidential election by a landslide. He replaced President Enrique Peña Nieto.
He is a Mexican politician who is the President-elect of Mexico, until he becomes President on 1 December 2018.
He began his political career in 1976 as a member of the Institutional Revolutionary Party (PRI) in Tabasco and eventually became the party's state leader.
In 1989, he joined the Party of the Democratic Revolution (PRD) and was the party's 1994 candidate for Governor of Tabasco. He was the national leader of the PRD between 1996 and 1999.
In 2000, he was elected Head of Government of Mexico City. Often described as a populist and a nationalist López Obrador has been a politician of national relevance for more than two decades.
Q31. Who launched the Coal Mine Surveillance & Management System (CMSMS) and Mobile Application „Khan Prahari‟ at a ceremony in New Delhi?
A. Suresh Prabhu
B. Piyush Goyal
C. Jitender Singh
D. Rajnath Singh
Answer: B
Explanation: Union Minister of Coal, Railways, Finance & Corporate Affairs, Piyush Goyal launched the Coal Mine Surveillance & Management System (CMSMS) and Mobile Application ‗Khan Prahari‘ at a ceremony in New Delhi.
It is developed by CMPDI, Ranchi a Subsidiary of CIL and Bhaskarcharya Institute of Space Application and Geo-informatics (BISAG).
The basic objective of CMSMS is reporting, monitoring and taking suitable action on unauthorised coal mining activities.
Q32. Competition Commission of India (CCI) was formed in which year?
A. 2001
B. 2002
C. 2003
D. 2004
Answer: C
Explanation: Formed 14 October 2003
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) today launched an Online Guidance System for determining notifiability of merger & acquisitions (combinations) in terms of the Competition Act, 2002.
The Guidance System has been named as ―Do It Yourself (DIY): A notifiability check for mergers & acquisitions under the Competition Act, 2002‖
The online guidance system has been launched as part of CCI‘s outreach initiatives and measures to simplify compliance requirements regarding combinations.
The interactive online application has been developed based on relevant provisions of the Competition Act, 2002, relevant regulations issued thereunder and exemption notifications issued by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs. This application envisages a staged process to guide the stakeholders in determining whether a merger/acquisition is notifiable to CCI.
DIY toolkit is accessible at https://efilingcci.gov.in/DIY
Q33. UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced the appointment of Major General Jose Eladio Alcain as head of mission and chief military observer for the UN Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP). He belongs to which country?
A. Brazil
B. Peru
C. Venezuela
D. Uruguay
Answer:D
Explanation: UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres announced the appointment of Major General Jose Eladio Alcain of Uruguay as head of mission and chief military observer for the UN Military Observer Group in India and Pakistan (UNMOGIP).
Alcain will succeed Major General Per Gustaf Lodin of Sweden, who will complete his two-year assignment in July 2018.
Prior to this, Alcain served as Third Mechanized Cavalry Brigade Commander and as Director of the Architecture and Engineering Section of the National Health Service of the Armed Forces (2012-2013). He also worked as an instructor at the Uruguayan Peacekeeping Training Centre (2000-2017) and the Uruguayan War College (2003-2018).
Q34. India‟s first-ever state-of-the-art e-waste recycling unit will come up in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: C
Explanation: India‘s first-ever state-of-the-art e-waste recycling unit will come up in Bengaluru, Karnataka. It produces an estimated one lakh tonne of electronic waste a year.
The Central Institute of Plastics Engineering and Technology (CIPET), a research institute that comes under the ministry, will set up the unit in the next four months.
The initiative will later be replicated at other places, Union Minister for Chemicals & Fertilizers Ananth Kumar announced. He represents Bengaluru South in the Lok Sabha.
Bengaluru, which accounts for about a third of India‘s software exports and is home to about 7,000 startups, occupies third place in the country in producing e-waste.
The CIPET says it has developed technologies for recycling e-waste plastics into value-added products for various applications including electrical and electronic components and structural composites.
Q35. Which government has launched an outstanding power bill waiver scheme and subsidised power scheme „Sambal‟ for labourers and poor families?
A. Uttarakahnd
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Bihar
Answer: B
Explanation: The Madhya Pradesh government has launched an outstanding power bill waiver scheme and subsidised power scheme ‗Sambal‘ for labourers and poor families.
Under the scheme, the Below Poverty Line (BPL) families would be provided electricity at a cost of 200 rupees per month. The objective of this scheme to make sure that all the households have power facility in the state.
Q36. The Payments Council of India announced the appointment of ______as its new Chairman.
A. Naveen Surya
B. Vishwas Patel
C. Suresh Kumar
D. Sandeep Gupta
Answer: B
Explanation: The Payments Council of India announced the appointment of Vishwas Patel as its new Chairman.
Patel is the Director of Infibeam Avenues and succeeds Naveen Surya, who has been elevated to the post of Chairman Emeritus.
Vishwas has been associated with the council from its inception in 2013 and was serving as its Co- Chairman.
The council has also announced the appointment of Loney Antony, Managing Director, Hitachi Payment Services as its new Co-Chairman.
Q37. ______has been appointed as the new Acting Administrator of the crucial Drug Enforcement Agency that combats the smuggling and use of narcotics in the US.
A. Robert Patterson
B. Uttam Dhillon
C. Munish Sharma
D. John Nicks
Answer: B
Explanation: Uttam Dhillon, an Indian-American top White House lawyer, has been appointed as the new Acting Administrator of the crucial Drug Enforcement Agency that combats the smuggling and use of narcotics in the US.
Mr Dhillon replaces Robert Patterson, who has retired after 30 years of service.
Prior to DHS, Mr Dhillon served as an Associate Deputy Attorney General in the Department of Justice, where he chaired the Attorney General's Anti-Gang Coordination Committee, and led efforts to formulate and implement Department of Justice policies and programmes to combat violent crime and criminal gangs.
Q38. The US Food and Drug Administration approved the first medical drug made from marijuana named ______
A. Epidiolex
B. Epiciolex
C. Epiviolex
D. Epiniolex
Answer: A
Explanation: The US Food and Drug Administration approved the first medical drug made from marijuana named Epidiolex.
It is Created by GW Pharmaceuticals. Epidiolex is an oral solution of cannabidiol (OSC) and does not cause intoxication or a high.
The drug will be used to cure severe forms of epilepsies in children. The New England Journal of Medicine had first provided the evidence that marijuana can cure epilepsy.
Q39. Liliane Montevecchi who passed away recently was related to which field?
A. Films
B. Sports
C. Journalism
D. Politics
Answer: A
Explanation: Tony winner Liliane Montevecchi—the Paris-born dancer, actor, and singer—passed away June 29 at her Manhattan home, US following a battle with colon cancer. She was 85.
Q40. Jayant Ganpat Nadkarn who passed away recently was related to ______
A. Indian Army
B. Indian Navy
C. Indian Air Forces
D. None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Former Indian Navy chief, Admiral Jayant Ganpat Nadkarni passed away in Mumbai. He was 86.
Nadkarni was the 14th Chief of Naval Staff (December 1987 – November 1990).
Q41. Who inaugurated exhibition titled "Arth - art for earth" at IGNCA, New Delhi?
A. Smriti Irani
B. Suresh Prabhu
C. Jitender Singh
D. Mahesh Shrama
Answer: D
Explanation: Union Minister of State for Culture(I/c), Dr. Mahesh Shrama, inaugurated exhibition titled "Arth - art for earth" at IGNCA, New Delhi
‗ARTH - ART FOR EARTH‘ by Manav Gupta consists of "Excavations in Hymns of Clay"-a suite of environmental art installations by Manav Gupta weaving all of them with a storyline and poetry.
It is an evolving site, specific and dynamic engagement with the space it has an interface with - whether it be the Travelling or the Permanent editions.
The exhibition is available for public viewing till the 22nd of October 2018.
Q42. ______has taken over as the New Member Traffic of Railway Board
A. Girish Pillai
B. Purushotam Chandra
C. Madhu Gupta
D. Rajesh Kumar
Answer: A
Explanation: Girish Pillai has taken over as the New Member Traffic, Railway Board on 01st July, 2018.
Prior to this, he was General Manager, West Central Railway, Jabalpur from 01st September 2016 to 30th June, 2018.
He is an Indian Railway Traffic Services (IRTS) officer of 1980 Batch. He joined Railways in January, 1982. Girish Pillai has done M.Sc. (Maths) & M. Phil. from Delhi University.
Q43. ______has created history by becoming the first-ever transgender woman to be crowned Miss Universe Spain.
A. Angela Ponce
B. Sofia Dal
C. Senorita Panama
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Angela Ponce from Seville has created history by becoming the first-ever transgender woman to be crowned Miss Universe Spain.
She will be seen competing in the coveted Miss Universe pageant later this year.
Ponce‘s crowning can be deemed iconic, especially since it comes six years after the Miss Universe organisation put an end to the ban on transgender contestants in the competition.
Q44. ______has been appointed as Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad.
A. L Narasimha Reddy
B. Rajshekar Pothi Reddy
C. S N Madi Reddy
D. Satayanaryana Reddy
Answer: A
Explanation: Former Chief Justice of the Patna High Court, Justice L Narasimha Reddy, has been appointed as Chancellor of the University of Hyderabad.
President Ram Nath Kovind, who is the Visitor of the university appointed Justice Reddy, who retired as the Chief Justice of the Patna High Court in July 2015, succeeds C Rangarajan.
Justice Reddy has been appointed for a period of three years.
Justice Reddy is also the Chairman of the Central Administrative Tribuna, for which Presidential approval was received just last week on June 28.
He will hold office for a little over three years, till he attains the age of 68 on August 1, 2021.
Q45. Sports Authority of India (SAI), will now be known as ______
A. Sports India
B. Authority of Sports India
C. Indian Sports
D. Indian sports Authority
Answer: A
Explanation: Union Ministers of Youth Affairs and Sports Rajyavardhan Rathore announced that the national sports body, Sports Authority of India (SAI), will now be known as 'Sports India'.
The decision came after the meeting of governing council of the national sports body, where some major steps were taken keeping in view the betterment of sports in the country
Q46. World Bank Group member IFC has invested $____ million in Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd. (Mahindra Finance).
A. $250 million
B. $200 million
C. $150 million
D. $100 million
Answer: D
Explanation: World Bank Group member IFC has invested $100 million in Mahindra & Mahindra Financial Services Ltd. (Mahindra Finance).
This would enable the Mahindra Group company to augment its growth by extending loans to individuals along with financing small and medium enterprises.
Q47. Wipro has promoted its head of digital business ______as a president.
A. Rajan Kohli
B. Jadav Prasad
C. Vishnu Rao
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Wipro has promoted its head of digital business Rajan Kohli as a president.
Kohli, who has spearheaded the digital tech services segment to a $2 billion business. He has joined seven other presidents of the company and would report to chief executive Abidali Neemuchwala.
Kohli would continue be the global head of Wipro Digital.
Q48. Who flagged off Wagon Cab's taxi ambulance services in New Delhi?
A. Nitin Gadkari
B. Piyush Goyal
C. Suresh Prabhu
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Union Minister Nitin Gadkari flagged off Wagon Cab's taxi ambulance services in New Delhi. A startup, Wagon Cab claims to be India's first road emergency cab services provider.
Q49. ADB to provide Rs 5598-crore loan to ______for urban development projects.
A. Telangana
B. Punjab
C. Gujarat
D. Haryana
Answer: B
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has agreed in-principle to provide Rs 5,598- crore loan on nominal interest rate to Punjab for various urban development projects.
The Smart City project is worth Rs 2,943 crore in which ADB would contribute Rs 1,606 crore and the Union and Punjab governments would contribute Rs 1,337 crore.
The project would completely transform three big cities of Punjab -- Ludhiana, Amritsar and Jalandhar -- on infrastructural, urban transport system, sewerage and sanitation fronts.
Q50. World Sports Journalists Day is observed on
A. 1 July
B. 2 July
C. 3 July
D. 4 July
Answer: B
Q51. The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has developed a mobile app _____ to protect interest of consumers.
A. GST Verify
B. GST Customer
C. GST Help
D. GST Interest
Answer: A
Explanation: The Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) has developed a mobile app 'GST Verify' to protect interest of consumers.
It is an android app to verify if the person collecting GST from the consumer is eligible to collect it or not. It also provides the details of the person/ company collecting GST.
This app is developed by B Raghu Kiran joint commissioner GST Hyderabad. It can be used all across the country.
Q52. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) will be setting up a 'Design University for Gaming' in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Visakhapatnam
C. Warangal
D. Amravati
Answer: B
Explanation: United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) will be setting up a 'Design University for Gaming' in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
They will develop edutech gaming in the state, with the target of providing 50,000 jobs in 10 years.
Q53. State-run Airports Authority of India (AAI) will set up a state-of-the-art Civil Aviation Research Organization (CARO) at ______
A. Hyderabad
B. Visakhapatnam
C. Mumbai
D. Chennai
Answer: A
Explanation: State-run Airports Authority of India (AAI) will set up a state-of-the-art Civil Aviation Research Organization (CARO) at Hyderabad‘s Begumpet Airport.
It is aimed at "finding indigenous solutions" to meet the challenges posed by the growing air traffic.
Q54. ______Unveiled World‟s First All-Digital Psychedelic Art Museum.
A. China
B. Japan
C. Russia
D. Canada
Answer: B
Explanation: MORI Building Digital Art Museum in Tokyo, Japan, has become the world‘s first all-digital museum.
It is a collaboration between the developer and art collective TeamLab, light and space is the art.
Q55. Which Bank has overtaken Russia's Sberbank to become the most valuable bank in the emerging market outside China?
A. HDFC
B. ICICI
D. Axis
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: HDFC Bank has overtaken Russia's Sberbank to become the most valuable bank in the emerging market outside China.
HDFC Bank‘s current market capitalisation is $78.4 billion against Sberbank's $74.4 billion.
Globally, America's JPMorgan Chase is the most valuable with a market cap of $353 billion, followed by Bank of America at $282 billion.
There are four lenders from India that now rank among the world's 500 most valuable companies. HDFC Bank is followed by its housing finance cousin Housing Development Finance Corporation (HDFC), Kotak Mahindra Bank and State Bank of India.
In all, there are now 11 Indian companies among the world's 500 biggest firms in terms of market cap. Tata Consultancy Services tops the chart with a market cap of $103 billion, followed by Reliance Industries.
Q56. Which state government launched 'Poshan Abhiyan'--a statewide mission to eradicate malnutrition among children by providing them nutritious food through Anganwadi centres?
A. Gujarat
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. West Bengal
Answer: A
Explanation: Gujarat Chief Minister Vijay Rupani launched 'Poshan Abhiyan'--a statewide mission to eradicate malnutrition among children by providing them nutritious food through Anganwadi centres.
The chief minister also launched 'Purna' project to eliminate malnutrition among girls in the age group of 14 to 18.
'Purna' stands for Prevention of Under Nutrition and Reduction of Nutritional Anaemia among Adolescent Girls.
Q57. Bajrang Punia has clinched gold in the ___kg category at the 2018 Tbilisi Grand Prix tournament.
A. 65kg category
B. 55kg category
C. 75kg category
D. 85kg category
Answer: A
Explanation: Bajrang Punia has clinched gold in the 65kg category at the 2018 Tbilisi Grand Prix tournament. He defeated Iranian wrestler Mehran Nasiri in the final in Georgia.
Meanwhile, in the 86kg category, Deepak Punia clinched a bronze with a 5-3 win over Osman Gosen of Turkey.
Q58. World Zoonoses Day is observed on
A. 5 July
B. 6 July
C. 7 July
D. 4 July
Answer: B
Q59. Which High Court declared the “entire animal kingdom including avian and aquatic” as legal entities?
A. Allahabad High Court
B. Jharkhand High Court
C. Madras High Court
D. Uttarakhand High Court
Answer: D
Explanation: The Uttarakhand High Court declared the ―entire animal kingdom including avian and aquatic‖ as legal entities with a distinct persona and corresponding rights, duties and liabilities of a living person.
The Court was hearing a petition filed by one Mr. Narayan Dutt Bhatt seeking directions for restricting movement of horse carts/tongas from Nepal to India and vice versa through the Champawat District, Uttarakhand.
Q60. ______was appointed as the chairperson of National Green Tribunal.
A. Adarsh Goel
B. Pumar Vishnu
C. Sukhpreet Singh
D. Priyanshu Gupta
Answer: A
Explanation: Supreme Court judge Adarsh Kumar Goel was appointed as the chairperson of National Green Tribunal.
He will have a tenure of five years from the date he assumes office or till he reaches the age of 70 years, whichever is earlier.
Goel, who was elevated to Supreme Court on July 7, 2014. He had previously served as Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court and prior to that, he was the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court.
He was Born on July 7, 1953, Justice Goel had also held the position of executive chairman of the Haryana State Legal Services Authority. With the retirement of Goel, the strength of the Supreme Court goes down to 22 against a maximum of 31 judges.
The first chairperson of the tribunal was Justice Lokeshwar Singh Panta, who was appointed on October 18, 2010, and relinquished the post in 2011 when he was made ‗lokayukta‘ of Himachal Pradesh.
Q61. International Co-operative Day is observed on
A. 1st friday of July
B. 1st Saturday of July
C. 1st Sunday of July
D. 1st Monday of July
Answer: B
Explanation: International Co-operative Day is an annual celebration of the co-operative movement observed on the first Saturday in July since 1923 by the International Co-operative Alliance.
2018 theme: Sustainable societies through cooperation
Q62. UN member states approve $____ billion for 13 peacekeeping operations in 2018-19.
A. $9.69 billion
B. $8.69 billion
C. $7.69 billion
D. $6.69 billion
Answer: D
Explanation: The Fifth Committee (Administrative and Budgetary) of the General Assembly recommended authorisation of $6.69 billion to finance 13 peacekeeping missions from July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019.
The missions include MINUJUSTH (United Nations Mission for Justice Support in Haiti), MINURSO (Mission for the Referendum in Western Sahara), MINUSCA (Multidimensional Integrated Stabilisation Mission in the Central African Republic), MONUSCO (Stabilisation Mission in Democratic Republic of the Congo) and UNIFIL (Interim Force in Lebanon).
The Committee also approved significant management reforms — including the creation of two new departments focused on political and peacebuilding affairs and four stand-alone divisions for Africa — aimed at streamlining the Organisation's operations.
Q63. _____ gets Knowledge Excellence Award for Outstanding Contribution in Aluminium Knowledge domain.
A. T.K Chand
B. Rama Sharma
C. Jitender Singh
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Dr. Chand received Knowledge Excellence Award from Secretary, Mines, Govt. of India for Outstanding Contribution in Aluminium Knowledge domain at the 22nd International Conference on Non-Ferrous Minerals and Metals 2018 at Ranchi.
The Conference was inaugurated by Secretary, Ministry of Mines, Shri Anil Gopishankar Mukim and was attended by an impressive gathering of industry leaders and policy makers, including from major Non Ferrous producers like NALCO, Aditya Birla, Vedanta and HCL.
Q64. The Ministry of Statistics &Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is organising a two- day International Round Table Conference at ______
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Hyderabad
D. Pune
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Statistics &Programme Implementation (MoSPI) is organising a two-day International Round Table Conference at New Delhi during 9-10th July, 2018.
The objective of the Round Table Conference is to identify innovative ideas for improving the statistical system in India, taking cue from the best practices followed in advanced countries like Canada, UK and Australia. Such a Conference is being organized in India for the first time.
The Conference will be inaugurated by D.V. Sadananda Gowda, Hon‘ble Union Minister of Statistics & Programme Implementation in the presence of Shri Vijay Goel, Hon‘ble Minister of State and K.V. Eapen, Secretary, Statistics & Programme Implementation.
Q65. Who chaired the first meeting of the Task Force on e-commerce in New Delhi?
A. Rajnath Singh
B. Suresh Prabhu
C. Piyush Goyal
D. Rita Teaotia
Answer: D
Explanation: Commerce Secretary, Rita Teaotia, chaired the first meeting of the Task Force on e- commerce in New Delhi.
The meeting deliberated upon the suggestions emerging from the sub-group meetings held during 20th – 22nd June, 2018.
The suggestions were on wide ranging issues such as cross border data flows, taxation, trade facilitation and logistics, consumer confidence, IPR and future tech, FDI and competition issues.
Q66. Mark Zuckerberg has overtaken Warren Buffett as the world‟s third-richest person with net worth of $____ billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
A. $81.6 billion
B. $82.6 billion
C. $83.6 billion
D. $84.6 billion
Answer: A
Explanation: Mark Zuckerberg has overtaken Warren Buffett as the world‘s third-richest person with net worth of $81.6 billion, according to the Bloomberg Billionaires Index.
It‘s the first time that the three wealthiest people on the ranking made their fortunes from technology.
Top 3:
1. Amazon.com Inc. founder Jeff Bezos,
2. Microsoft Corp. co-founder Bill Gates,
3. Facebook Inc. co-founder Mark Zuckerberg.
Q67. ______was sworn-in as the chief justice of Chhattisgarh high court
A. T B Radhakrishnan
B. Balram Das Tandon
C. Ajay Kumar Tripathi
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: Justice Ajay Kumar Tripathi (senior-most judge of Patna High Court) was sworn-in as the chief justice of Chhattisgarh high court at Darbar Hall of the Rajbhawan in Raipur.
Governor Balram Das Tandon administered him an oath of office and secrecy. He became the 14th chief justice of the state high court.
He has replaced Chief Justice T B Radhakrishnan who has been transferred to the common high court for Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states at Hyderabad.
Q68. The 17th World Sanskrit Conference held at
A. Vancouver
B. Toronto
C. Ottawa
D. Montreal
Answer: A
Explanation: Human Resource Development Minister Prakash Javadekar inaugurated the 17th World Sanskrit Conference held at Vancouver, Canada from 9th July to 13th July, 2018.
More than 500 scholars and delegates from over 40 countries participated in this conference and exchange their knowledge by presenting papers on various subjects followed by discussions from amongst the members.
The purpose of this conference was to promote, preserve and practice the Sanskrit language all over the world by the people. The World Sanskrit Conference is being held in various countries across the globe once in every three years and so far it has been held thrice in India.
Q69. ______created history by becoming the first from the minority community to contest in pakistan elections.
A. Sunita Parmar
B. Sneha Megha
C. Keerti Singh
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Sunita Parmar, a Hindu woman in Pakistan‘s Sindh province, has created history by becoming the first from the minority community to contest the provincial assembly elections to be held on July 25.
Parmar (31) who is from the Meghwar community will contest as an independent candidate for the Sindh Assembly constituency PS-56 from Tharparkar district which has the highest number of Hindus in Pakistan.
Q70. ______has been appointed as a member of the Broadcasting Content Complaints Council (BCCC).
A. Uday Kumar Varma
B. Wajahat Habibullah
C. Vikramajit Sen
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Former Information and Broadcasting secretary Uday Kumar Varma has been appointed as a member of the Broadcasting Content Complaints Council (BCCC).
He replaces former information commissioner Wajahat Habibullah, whose tenure at the BCCC has ended.
The 13-member council, chaired by former Supreme Court judge Justice Vikramajit Sen, has actor Sharmila Tagore, theatre person Arundhati Nag and JNU professor Ira Bhaskar as some of its members, besides representatives of the National Commission for Women, National Commission for the Protection of Child Rights and the National Commission for Minorities, among others.
He was a member of the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT) till recently and during his tenure as the I&B secretary, he spearheaded the nationwide digitisation programme.
Q71. ______has become the 3rd Indian cricketer who played 500 international matches.
A. M S Dhoni
B. Suresh Raina
C. Virat Kohli
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Mahendra Singh Dhoni has become the 3rd Indian cricketer who played 500 international matches.
He achieved this milestone after playing in the second T20I against England at Sophia Gardens, Cardiff.
Dhoni is now the ninth player in the history of cricket and only the third Indian player, after Sachin Tendulkar (664 matches) and Rahul Dravid (509), to complete 500 international games.
Some of the other names to feature on this list are – Mahela Jayawardene (652), Ricky Ponting (560), Shahid Afridi (524) and Jacques Kallis (519).
Q72. J N Sadhu who passed away recently was related to which field?
A. Politics
B. Journalism
C. Films
D. Sports
Answer: B
Explanation: Veteran journalist J N Sadhu passed away in Shimla after a prolonged illness. Sadhu was 94. He worked with The Indian Express for nearly 35 years.
Q73. Famous Kumaoni folk singer Kabutari Devi passed away. She belongs to which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Uttarakhand
C. Gujarat
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B
Explanation: Famous Kumaoni folk singer Kabutari Devi passed away Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand following a cardiac arrest. She was 70.
The folk singer has received several honours, which includes the Ministry of Culture, Government of Uttarakhand for her outstanding contribution which echoed the sound of Kumaon hills.
Q74. _____ clinched the gold medal in the vault event of FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup at Mersin, Turkey.
A. Rifda Irfanaluthfi
B. Uctas Sanli
C. Dipa Karmakar
D. Sakshi Malik
Answer: C
Explanation: India's premier gymnast Dipa Karmakar clinched the gold medal in the vault event of FIG Artistic Gymnastics World Challenge Cup at Mersin, Turkey.
This is Dipa's first medal in a World Challenge Cup. The 24-year-old from Tripura, who had finished fourth in vault event in the 2016 Rio Olympics, scored 14.150 to win gold. She had topped the qualification also with a score of 13.400.
Q75. Muthoot Pappachan Group appoints ______as its brand ambassador.
A. Vidya Balan
B. Parineeti Chopra
C. Kriti Sanon
D. Alia Bhatt
Answer: A
Explanation: Muthoot Pappachan Group (MPG), the diversified financial services firm, has unveiled a new brand philosophy ‗Blue Soch‘ (Blue is belief) under which the company aims to motivate customers to take their destiny in their own hands by helping them choose the right financial products.
As a part of the transformation exercise, the group has also appointed Bollywood actor Vidya Balan as its brand ambassador to drive awareness around its offerings.
Q76. World Chocolate Day is observed on
A. 5 July
B. 6 July
C. 7 July
D. 8 July
Answer: C
Explanation: World Chocolate Day, referred to, in some instances, as International Chocolate Day is an annual observance that occurs globally on 7 July.
Q77. The 6th edition of the biennial World Cities Summit being held in which country?
A. Singapore
B. Canada
C. Malaysia
D. Thailand
Answer: A
Explanation: The 6th edition of the biennial World Cities Summit, the leading global platform to drive and connect innovators in sustainable integrated urban solutions, held in Singapore.
Its theme was ―Liveable & Sustainable Cities: Embracing the Future through Innovation and Collaboration―.
The summit held together with the Singapore International Water Week and the CleanEnviro Summit Singapore.
The three events provided a unique integrated global platform to drive integrated urban solutions, connect global business experts, policy-makers, industry leaders and innovators through strategic collaborative efforts and cutting-edge technologies.
The events bring together over 20,000 attendees and a record number of mayors from over 100 cities around the world to drive future-forward solutions.
Q78. ______has become the second Indian mountaineer after to climb Mt Ojos del Salado, the highest volcano in the world on the Argentina-Chile border
A. Satyarup Siddhanta
B. Malli Mastan Babu
C. Jagdish Prasad
D. Manoj Sharma Kumar
Answer: A
Explanation: Satyarup Siddhanta has become the second Indian mountaineer after Malli Mastan Babu to climb Mt Ojos del Salado, the highest volcano in the world on the Argentina-Chile border.
Ojos del Salado is a stratovolcano (a volcano built up of alternate layers of lava and ash) in the Andes on the Argentina-Chile border and the highest active volcano in the world at 6,893 metres (22,615 ft).
Q79. First ever „India Tourism Mart‟ to be hosted in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. New Delhi
C. Bengaluru
D. Thiruvananthapuram
Answer: B
Explanation: The Minister of State (I/C) for Tourism, Shri. K. J. Alphons announced that the Tourism Ministry in partnership with the Federation of Associations in Indian Tourism and Hospitality (FAITH) and with the support of State /UT Governments will organize the ‗first ever‘ India Tourism Mart (ITM) from 16th to 18th September 2018 at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.
The objective of the event is to create an annual Global Tourism Mart for India in line with major international travel marts being held in countries across the world.
The Mart will provide a platform for all stakeholders in the tourism and hospitality industries to interact and transact business opportunities.
Q80. Jhilli Dalabehera bagged the bronze medal in the ___ kg category at the 2018 IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships.
A. 44 kg category
B. 46 kg category
C. 48 kg category
D. 50 kg category
Answer: C
Explanation: Jhilli Dalabehera bagged the bronze medal in the 48 kg category at the 2018 IWF Junior World Weightlifting Championships.
She is the second female lifter after Saikhom Mirabai Chanu (in 2013) to win a medal in the Junior World Championships.
Q81. Which novel has won the 2018 Golden Man Booker Prize?
A. In the skin of a lion
B. Divisadero
C. Running in the family
D. The English Patient
Answer: D
Explanation: ―The English Patient,‖ the wartime love story by Michael Ondaatje, won the Golden Man Booker Prize in London.
He has won the Golden Man Booker Prize at the closing event of the Man Booker 50 Festival in Royal Festival Hall, London. The English Patient wins the Golden Booker prize – voted readers‘ favourite in 50 years.
The shortlist of five novels was selected by a panel of judges from the 51 previous winners of the Man Booker, which honors the best novels written in English and published in Britain or Ireland.
Q82. M M Jacob, Senior Congress leader and former Governor of ______state passed away.
A. Assam
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Meghalaya
D. Bihar
Answer: C
Explanation: M M Jacob, Senior Congress leader and former Governor of Meghalaya, died of age related illness. He was 90.
During six decades long public service he held various positions in national and state level politics. Jacob, who became Central Minister three times, held the position of the Governor of Meghalaya for 12 consecutive years, from 1995 to 2007.
He was elected to Rajya Sabha in 1982 and 1988 and became the first Malayali to hold the post of Rajya Sabha deputy chairman in 1986.
Q83. Narendra Modi inaugurated 'world's largest mobile factory' in ______
A. Noida
B. GuruGram
C. Hyderabad
D. Bengaluru
Answer: A
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi and South Korean President, Moon Jae-in, jointly inaugurated Samsung's 35-acre plant in Noida.
The new facility, which has been dubbed the 'world's largest mobile factory', is located in Sector 81, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
The Samsung's new unit is also expected to create employment for more than 5000 people.
Q84. Which state government gave recent notification of banning the use and sale of thermocol cutlery across the state?
A. Bihar
B. Punjab
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Andhra Pradesh
Answer: C
Explanation: The Himachal Pradesh government gave recent notification of banning the use and sale of thermocol cutlery across the state.
Himachal Pradesh was the first state in the country to ban plastic and polythene carry bags in 2009.
The manufacturers and shopkeepers have been given three months to finish their stock so that there is no financial loss. After that, a fine of Rs. 500 to Rs. 25,000 will be incurred. If someone is found throwing thermocol cutlery, he/she will also be penalised.
Q85. Sun Pharma signed which bollywood actor as brand ambassador for Revital H
A. Akshay Kumar
B. Ranbir Kapoor
C. Anil Kapoor
D. Varun Dhawan
Answer: A
Explanation: Drug major Sun Pharmaceutical Industries said Sun Pharma Consumer Healthcare has signed Bollywood star Akshay Kumar as the brand ambassador of health supplement Revital H.
Q86. _____ to lead Indian hockey team as Rupinder returns in the Asian Games 2018
A. PR Sreejesh
B. Krishan B Pathak
C. Harmanpreet Singh
D. Chinglensana Singh Kangujam
Answer: A
Explanation: Hockey India announced the 18-member men's squad for the upcoming Asian Games 2018, which is slated to begin in Jakarta and Palembang from August 18.
Goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will continue to led the Indian side as Indian forward Akashdeep Singh.
The full squad for the Asian games is as follows:
Goalkeepers - PR Sreejesh (Captain), Krishan B Pathak
Defenders - Harmanpreet Singh, Varun Kumar, Birendra Lakra, Surender Kumar, Rupinder Pal Singh, Amit Rohidas
Midfielders - Manpreet Singh, Chinglensana Singh Kangujam (Vice-Captain), Simranjeet Singh, Sardar Singh, Vivek Sagar Prasad
Forwards - SV Sunil, Mandeep Singh, Akashdeep Singh, Lalit Kumar Upadhyay, Dilpreet Singh.
Q87. The book titled "Winning Like Sourav: Think & Succeed Like Ganguly" is written by
A. Abhirup Bhattacharya
B. Sourav Ganguly
C. Anita Nair
D. Nayantara Sahgal
Answer: A
Explanation: The book by Abhirup Bhattacharya titled "Winning Like Sourav: Think & Succeed Like Ganguly" has an interesting story about Sourav Ganguly.
The book has an interesting story about Ganguly gambling on young players like Yuvraj Singh, Mohammed Kaif, Zaheer Khan, Virender Sehwag, Harbhajan Singh to build the concept of 'Team India' and 'Men in Blue'.
Q88. Which Indian Bank has announced its partnership with 'Westpac Banking Corporation' (Westpac)?
A. HDFC Bank
B. ICICI Bank
C. Axis Bank
D. SBI Bank
Answer: B
Explanation: ICICI Bank has announced its partnership with 'Westpac Banking Corporation' (Westpac).
It is one of the top banks in Australia. It has announced the partnership to offer Indian students completely online payment solution through its 'Money2World' (M2W) platform for outward remittances.
With this, Indian residents, who are customers of any bank in India, can initiate an online remittance to make fee payments to an Australian university at a fixed exchange rate from the comfort of their homes.
'Money2World', is a first-of-its-kind fully online outward remittance service for resident Indians by any bank in India. It is available to users 24x7 on all days.
Q89. Panasonic appoints ______as new MD for Indian Electricals Business.
A. Vivek Sharma
B. Mahesh Sharma
C. Sanjib Mehta
D. Ajay Mishra
Answer: A
Explanation: Anchor Electricals Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of Panasonic Corporation announced the appointment of Vivek Sharma as the company's new Managing Director to spearhead its electricals business.
In his new role, Sharma will be responsible for driving the electricals arm of the organization and oversee the growth of all businesses comprising wiring devices, switchgear; wires, cables and tapes, conduit pipes, lighting, solar, housing, power tools and indoor air quality.
Q90. ______has topped the government‟s ease of doing business index for states.
A. Telangana
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Haryana
D. Jharkhand
Answer: B
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh has topped the government‘s ease of doing business index for states.
Department of Industrial Policy and Promotion (DIPP), Ministry of Commerce and Industry, released the final rankings of States in Ease of Doing Business in New Delhi.
The top rankers are Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Haryana. Jharkhand and Gujarat stood fourth and fifth respectively.
DIPP, Ministry of Commerce and Industry in collaboration with the World Bank conducted an annual reform exercise for all States and UTs under the Business Reform Action Plan (BRAP). The aim of this exercise is to improve delivery of various Central Government regulatory functions and services in an efficient, effective and transparent manner.
Q91. _____ has assumed charge as the 97th President of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
A. Dr Sandeep Sancheti
B. Dr Atul Kumar
C. Dr Visvendra Bhaskar
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Dr Sandeep Sancheti, Vice Chancellor of SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) has assumed charge as the 97th President of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), New Delhi.
Prof. Sancheti, known as an institution builder, before joining SRMIST as its Vice Chancellor, served as President Manipal University Jaipur, Founder Director National Institute of Technology Delhi, Director NITK Surathkal and Director In-charge of NIT Tiruchirapally, NIT Calicut, School of Planning and Architecture (SPA) Delhi and also Mentor Director of newly established NIT Goa, NIT Puducherry and NIT Sikkim.
Q92. British Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed _____ as the new Foreign Secretary.
A. Sajid Javid
B. Amber Rudd
C. Jeremy Hunt
D. Boris Johnson
Answer: C
Explanation: British Prime Minister Theresa May has appointed Jeremy Hunt as the new Foreign Secretary.
Hunt was appointed following Boris Johnson's resignation from the job amid deep divisions over Britain's departure from the European Union (EU) or Brexit. Hunt served as the health secretary.
Q93. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved USD _____ million lining project of the Son canal in Shahabad-Bhojpur region of Bihar.
A. USD 503 million
B. USD 503 million
C. USD 503 million
D. USD 503 million
Answer: A
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved USD 503-million lining project of the Son canal in Shahabad-Bhojpur region of Bihar.
The estimated cost of this project is USD 503 million (Rs 3272.49 crore) out of which USD 352 million is being provided by ADB.
This project will bring immense benefits to the agriculture sector of Shahabad Bhojpur region of Bihar.
Q94. Which state government has granted religious minority status to the Jewish community in the state.
A. Odisha
B. West Bengal
C. Gujarat
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: The Gujarat government has granted religious minority status to the Jewish community in the state.
The GR to this effect was issued on July 6 by the state's Department of Social Justice and Empowerment.
They shall get benefits of welfare schemes formulated for religious minority communities within the jurisdiction of Gujarat.
Q95. ______has become first Chairman of Rajya Sabha to sign an MOU.
A. Arun jaitley
B. Venkaiah Naidu
C. Rajnath Singh
D. Ravi Shankar Prasad
Answer: B
Explanation: Rajya Sabha has, for the first time in 76 years since it came into being, entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with a foreign counterpart for promoting inter- parliamentary dialogue.
Venkaiah Naidu has become the first Chairman of Rajya Sabha to sign such an agreement when he inked an MOU with the visiting President of the Senate of the Republic of Rwanda, Mr. Bernard Makuza.
The MOU with 6 articles of cooperation seeks to promote Inter-Parliamentary dialogue, Capacity building of parliamentary staff, Organisation of conferences, forums, seminars, staff attachment programmes, workshops and exchanges, Collaboration in mutual interest in regional and international multilateral parliamentary bodies in furtherance of bilateral relations and friendship between the two countries.
Q96. Which Bollywood actress will soon have her wax statue at Madame Tussauds in Singapore?
A. Alia Bhatt
C. Anushka Sharma
D. Katrnia Kaif
Answer: C
Explanation: Bollywood actress Anushka Sharma will soon have her wax statue at Madame Tussauds in Singapore. With this, she will become the first Indian personality to get a 'talking statue' at Madame Tussauds Singapore,
Anushka's wax statue will also be able to talk, making it the first-of-its-kind statue at the museum.
Anushka joins the list of global icons like Oprah Winfrey, Cristiano Ronaldo and Lewis Hamilton who also have their interactive sets at the Singapore attraction.
Q97. Which bank has inked an agreement with South Korea's KB Financial Group to set-up financing corridor and development of digital payment ecosystem?
A. BOB
B. ICICI
C. HDFC
D. Axis
Answer: A
Explanation: Public sector lender Bank of Baroda has inked an agreement with South Korea's KB Financial Group to set-up financing corridor and development of digital payment ecosystem.
It was inked between Bank of Baroda MD & CEO P S Jayakumar and Yoon Jong-kyum Chairman, KB Financial Group.
Bank of Baroda and KB Financial Group will work together on creating a new digital payments ecosystem in India and creating In-Ko corridor for providing reciprocal financial services to corporate and retail Clients of Bank of Baroda and KB Financial Group.
Q98. The next Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be held in which city?
A. Varanasi
B. Allahabad
C. New Delhi
D. Rishikesh
Answer: A
Explanation: The next Pravasi Bharatiya Divas will be held in the holy city of Varanasi in January 2019.
The theme of the three-day event, which is being organised in Prime Minister Narendra Modi's parliamentary constituency, will be the 'Role of Indian Diaspora in building a New India'.
Q99. Western Ghats bags ____ best tourist spot in Lonely Planet‟s top five “2018 Best in Asia” list.
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Answer: B
Explanation: The Western Ghats has figured in Lonely Planet‘s top five ―2018 Best in Asia‖ list, a collection of 10 of the best destinations to visit in the continent for the year.
The Western Ghats has come fourth in the list of the Lonely Planet. It is considered a Bible by travellers worldwide. Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana), which has started blooming after 12 years in the famed hill station of Munnar has found mention in report.
The Western Ghats is Older than the Himalayas and well known for its rich and unique flora and fauna.
The Western Ghats supports the life of 7,402 species of flowering plants, 1814 species of non- flowering plants, 139 mammal species, 508 bird species, 179 amphibian species, 6000 insects species and 290 freshwater fish species.
The panel of travel experts have named Busan, South Korea, Uzbekistan and Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam to the first three spots.
Q100. India‟s first private UAV factory to come up in which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Odisha
Answer: A
Explanation: India‘s first private sector unit for manufacturing unmanned air vehicles (UAV) and light bullet proof vehicles (LBPV) will be set up by DCM Shriram Industries Group on the campus of Shriram Rayons in Kota.
The UAV and LBPV have been indigenously designed and developed by the DCM Shriram Industries Group.
Q101. Which telecom operator unveiled the country‟s first Internet telephony service app, called "Wings".
A. BSNL
B. Bharti Airtel
C. Idea
D. Vodafone
Answer: A
Explanation: State-run telecom operator BSNL on Wednesday unveiled the country‘s first Internet telephony service app, called "Wings".
It will allow users to make calls to any telephone number, including landline and mobile numbers, in India.
At present, phone calls can be made through most mobile apps (mainly WhatsApp) only to users of that particular app, and not to telephone numbers. The service can be accessed using a Wi-Fi network.
Q102. World Population Day is observed on
A. 9 July
B. 10 July
C. 11 July
D. 12 July
Answer: C
Explanation: World Population Day (WPD) is an annual event, observed on July 11 every year.
It seeks to raise awareness of global population issues. The event was established by the Governing Council of the United Nations Development Programme in 1989.
The 2018 theme of WPD is: 'Family Planning is a Human Right'.
Q103. India has been ranked _____ most innovative nation in the world in The Global Innovation Index (GII).
A. 60
B. 116
C. 57
D. 35
Answer: C
Explanation: India has been ranked 57th most innovative nation in the world in The Global Innovation Index (GII).
The GII is being developed jointly by Cornell University, the Paris-based business school Insead and the World Intellectual Property Organisation (WIPO) in Geneva.
GII ranks 126 economies based on 80 indicators. It is now in its 11th edition and has become a major input for policymakers on innovation around the world.
The country has improved its ranking from 60th position last year. India has been improving steadily since it was ranked 81st in 2015. Meanwhile, China improved its ranking from 22 in 2017 to 17 this year.
The Top 3 Countries are:
1. Switzerland,
2. The Netherlands,
3. Sweden.
Q104. India is now the world's ______biggest economy, according to World Bank figures for 2017.
A. 4th
B. 5th
C. 6th
D. 7th
Answer: C
Explanation: India is now the world's sixth-biggest economy, according to World Bank figures for 2017. India beat France to become a sixth largest economy.
India's gross domestic product (GDP) stood at $2.597 trillion at the end of 2017, compared to $2.582 trillion for France.
The US continued to be the world's biggest economy, followed by China, Japan and Germany. Britain remained the world's fifth-biggest economy with a GDP of $2.622 trillion at the end of 2017.
Q105. microsoft has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the ______government to provide free digital training to 9,500 college students in one year.
A. Telangana
B. Karnataka
C. Rajasthan
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: C
Explanation: microsoft has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Rajasthan government to provide free digital training to 9,500 college students in one year.
The initiative was taken for the enhancement of digital learning and capacity building of college students in the state.
Q106. PM inaugurates new Headquarters of Archaeological Survey of India in
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Chennai
D. Hyderabad
Answer: B
Explanation: The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi, inaugurated ‗Dharohar Bhawan‘ - the new Headquarters building of the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), - at 24, Tilak Marg in New Delhi.
The new Headquarters building of ASI has been equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including energy efficient lighting and rainwater harvesting. It includes a Central Archaeological Library with a collection of about 1.5 lakh books and journals.
The library is a unique and valuable treasure trove in India and the World for those who are keen to undertake research work in the field of Archaeology, Religious and Cultural perspective of India, India‘s ancient past and allied subjects.
Rare portfolios related to Ajanta, Ellora and many sites of archaeological importance, Large collection of books on Archaeology, Epigraphy, Indology, Indian culture and its past, etc which make the library unique and distinct from others and many more are available in Central Archaeological Library.
Q107. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army and ____ bank on the Defence Salary Package on 12 July 2018.
A. SBI
B. IDBI
C. IOB
D. BOB
Answer: A
Explanation: A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Indian Army and SBI on the Defence Salary Package on 12 July 2018.
The signing-in ceremony was chaired by the Adjutant General Lt Gen Ashwani Kumar and was attended by top officials of SBI headed by Shri PK Gupta, Managing Director (Retail and Development Banking), SBI.
The first MoU between SBI and the Indian Army was signed in 2011 and was renewed on 23 Feb 2015.
This MoU will benefit a large number of serving and retired Army personnel who are having their accounts with SBI. The MoU will be valid till 03 Jan 2019 and continuation thereafter will be subject to review/renewal.
Q108. Which state government launched the much-awaited 'Anna Canteens' in various parts of the state?
A. Telangana
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Kerala
D. Karnataka
Answer: B
Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government launched the much-awaited 'Anna Canteens' in various parts of the state.
Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu inaugurated a canteen in Vijayawada. 60 'Anna Canteens' were opened in the first phase across the state.
The Akshaya Patra Foundation will run these canteens. 'Anna Canteens', will provide breakfast, lunch and dinner at Rs 5 each. It was one of the promises the Telugu Desam Party (TDP)made ahead of the 2014 polls.
Q109. India and ____ signed MoU on exchange of experience by legal experts.
A. UK
B. US
C. Russia
D. Canada
Answer: A
Explanation: India and the United Kingdom signed an agreement on the exchange of experience by legal professionals and government functionaries for resolution of disputes before various courts and tribunals.
The agreement was signed by Law Minister Ravi Shankar Prasad and UK's Secretary of State for Justice David Gauke in London.
Q110. India has the world‟s ______largest cultivated area under genetically modified (GM) crops, at 11.4 million hectares (mh) in 2017, according to the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications (ISAAA) latest „Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/ GM Crops in 2017' report.
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 7
Answer: B
Explanation: India has the world‘s fifth largest cultivated area under genetically modified (GM) crops, at 11.4 million hectares (mh) in 2017, according to the International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-Biotech Applications (ISAAA) latest ‗Global Status of Commercialized Biotech/ GM Crops in 2017' report.
Q111. India was formally announced as the ____th shareholder of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
A. 66
B. 67
C. 68
D. 69
Answer: D
Explanation: India was formally announced as the 69th shareholder of the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD), paving the way for more joint investment with Indian companies across the bank's regions of operation.
The Indian government had applied for EBRD membership in December 2017.
Q112. India bagged how many medals in the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 3 in Taipei, Taiwan?
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 7
Answer: A
Explanation: India bagged 4 medals (three silver medals and a bronze) to finish joint third with Iran in the Asia Cup World Ranking Tournament Stage 3 in Taipei, Taiwan.
Korea topped has won 14 medals (8 gold, 3 silver and 3 bronze) followed by hosts Taipei (2 Gold- 1 silver-2 bronze).
Q113. ______has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
A. Nina Tshering La
B. Prasuna Natang
C. Sashi Ravoor
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Nina Tshering La, presently Deputy Chief of Mission, Hanoi has been appointed as the next Ambassador of India to the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Q114. Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the ___ most followed world leader on Twitter, according to a study on „world leaders on social media‟ conducted by communications firm Burson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW).
A. 4
B. 3
C. 5
D. 6
Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi is the third most followed world leader on Twitter with 42 million followers on his personal account @NarendraModi, according to a study on ‗world leaders on social media‘ conducted by communications firm Burson Cohn & Wolfe (BCW).
Sushma Swaraj, India‘s External Affairs Minister also made it to the top 10 list of the most followed world leaders, with more than 10 million followers on Twitter.
She also happens to be the most followed female world leader, as well as foreign minister on Twitter with 11 million followers. Among foreign ministries, India stands third on the micro- blogging site with more than 1 million followers.
Q115. The Ministry of Mines organized the 4th National Conclave on Mines & Minerals on
A. New Delhi
B. Indore
C. Pune
D. Nagpur
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Mines organized the 4th National Conclave on Mines & Minerals on 13th July 2018 at Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
State Mining ministers, officials of central ministries including Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC), officials of the state government, CEOs of mining industries, industry associations, academic institutions and others participated in the conclave.
The conclave, first of its kind, will go a long way in strengthening the efforts of the Ministry in enabling the mining sector to contribute its fullest to foster the rapid growth of national economy and employment generation. It will help the Central Government to further improve the policy environment to promote best practices and addressing various issues in the mining sector leading to the enhanced contribution to GDP.
Q116. ______appointed as Director General of Indian Council of World Affairs.
A. Dr T.C.A. Raghavan
B. Ananthalakshmi Rajavarapu
C. Dipali Sangare
D. Karish Moghal Nair
Answer: A
Explanation: The Vice President of India and the President of ICWA, M. Venkaiah Naidu has appointed Dr T.C.A. Raghavan (IFS: 1982) as the Director General, ex officio Member-Secretary of the Council, ICWA.
The decision was taken in the meetings of the Governing Body and Governing Council of the Indian Council of World Affairs.
The appointment was made in terms of Section 7(2)(c) and Section 15(1) of the Indian Council of World Affairs Act, 2001, read with the Indian Council of World Affairs (Amendment) Act, 2003, the Council, constituted under Section 7(2) of the Act, and the post is equivalent to the rank of Secretary to the Government of India, with effect from 24th July, 2018.
Dr T.C.A. Raghavan has served as India‘s High Commissioner to Islamabad and Singapore and has served in our missions at London, Thimphu and Kuwait.
Q117. The government has set up a high-level task force under of ______to identify various items and policy interventions to reduce dependence on import.
A. P K Sinha
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Smriti Irani
D. Jitender Singh
Answer: A
Explanation: The government has set up a high-level task force under the chairmanship of Cabinet Secretary P K Sinha to identify various items and policy interventions to reduce dependence on import.
The task force includes secretaries from departments of commerce, industrial policy and promotion, skill development, revenue, defence production, steel, petroleum, electronics and telecommunications.
Q118. ______has created history by becoming the first Indian woman to win a gold at the IAAF World Under- 20 Athletics Championships.
A. Hima Das
B. Vishnu Priya
C. Shamily Mehta
D. Nandini Kumar
Answer: A
Explanation: Sprinter Hima Das scripted history by becoming the first Indian woman athlete to win a gold at the world level.
She clinched the top spot in the women‘s 400m final race in the IAAF World Under-20 Athletics Championships in Tampere, Finland. She clocked 51.46 seconds to win the gold
Das, from Dhing village in Assam‘s Nagaon distrist, now joins the illustrious company of star javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra, who won a gold in Poland in the last edition in 2016 in a world record effort. In fact, Das is the first Indian track athlete to have won a medal in the history of this competition.
Q119. The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited has appointed ______as the Head of Investment Banking for HSBC India.
A. Amitabh Malhotra
B. Balvanth Reddy
C. Suresh Mehta
D. Sandeep Maheshwari
Answer: A
Explanation: The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited has appointed Amitabh Malhotra as the Head of Investment Banking for HSBC India.
In his role, Amitabh will lead the Investment Banking and Equity Capital Markets (ECM) business.
Prior to HSBC, Amitabh worked at Rothschild India, where he was the co-head and managing director of the Global Investment Bank, based in Mumbai. He has also worked with KPMG and JP Morgan.
Q120. The First Meeting of Sub-Group of Chief Ministers on coordination between MGNREGA and Agriculture was held in
A. Hyderabad
B. Chennai
C. New Delhi
D. Nagpur
Answer: C
Explanation: The First Meeting of Sub-Group of Chief Ministers on coordination between MGNREGA and Agriculture was held at NITI Aayog, New Delhi.
The Convener of the Sub-Group Shri Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, and Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh participated in the meeting in person.
Chief Minister of Bihar, Shri Nitish Kumar and Chief Minister of Gujarat, Shri Vijay Rupani joined in the deliberations through video conferencing.
Five critical areas in which MGNREGA could positively help came to the fore in the meeting. These include – those related to reducing the cost of cultivation, enhancing the production through efficient use of water or other inputs, providing remunerative price to farmers by incentivising aggregation and market infrastructure, rehabilitation of agricultural land and assets after natural hazards or re-plantation using MGNREGA fund and bringing diversification in agriculture to help occupational diversification and maximising profit. Besides, incentivising farm fencing to protect the farmer fields from wild animals was also suggested.
Q121. HDFC securities announced the launch of Mutual Funds transactional capabilities on Facebook Messenger through their virtual assistant named ______
A. Arya
B. Vrya
C. Srya
D. Prya
Answer: A
Explanation: HDFC securities announced the launch of Mutual Funds transactional capabilities on Facebook Messenger through their virtual assistant, "Arya".
HDFC securities rolled out a theme called "The Pace of Innovation" which is structured to innovate and provide intuitive and relevant digital solutions to customers and this effort, is in line with the vision.
Q122. Who launched first consolidated Bridge Management System, a web-enabled IT application to store data on its 1 lakh 50 thousand bridges?
A. Piyush Goyal
B. Suresh Prabhu
C. Narendra Modi
D. Venkaiah Naidu
Answer: A
Explanation: The Railways has launched its first consolidated Bridge Management System, a web- enabled IT application to store data on its 1 lakh 50 thousand bridges.
Railways Minister Piyush Goyal launched the service in New Delhi. It will be for "meaningful assimilation, analysis and dissemination of information related to various activities" about its bridges.
Q123. The India-Korea Technology Exchange Centre was Inaugurated in
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Chennai
D. Hyderabad
Answer: A
Explanation: The India-Korea Technology Exchange Centre was Inaugurated by the Minister of State (I/C) MSMEGiriraj Singh and Minister of SMEs and Start-ups of Republic of Korea, Hong Jong-hak in New Delhi.
Q124. Which parliament approved new gender change law
A. Spain
B. Portugal
C. Italy
D. greece
Answer: B
Explanation: The Portuguese parliament on Thursday approved a law that will allow citizens to change their gender and name from the age of 16 without a medical report showing ―identity disruption‖.
Portugal joins Denmark, Malta, Sweden, Ireland and Norway to become ―the sixth European country to grant the right to self-determination of transgender identity.
Q125. Which state has topped other states in per capita revenue collection under GST?
A. Gujarat
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Karnataka
D. Telangana
Answer: A
Explanation: Haryana has topped other states in per capita revenue collection under GST, and is also the fourth highest generator of e-way bills in the country.
Haryana has widened the tax base by 82.22% and logged 19% hike in revenue collections.
Besides, the compliance percentage of assessees in the state is 5-7 per cent higher than the national average and revenue collection under commercial taxes has registered double-digit growth.
Q126. The world‟s largest integrated Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) in which country?
A. Nepal
B. Sri Lanka
C. Bangladesh
D. Indonesia
Answer: C
Explanation: Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh and his Bangladeshi counterpart Asaduzzaman Khan Kama on Saturday inaugurated the world‘s largest integrated Indian Visa Application Center (IVAC) at Jamuna Future Park in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The state-of-the-art IVAC will have 48 counters and can cater to around 700 applicants simultaneously. Spread over 18,500 square feet.
The IVAC will replace the existing centres in Motijheel and Uttara from July 15, while the remaining two centres in Dhaka - Gulshan and Mirpur Road - will also be shifted to this centre by August 31.
Q127. Which state Government constituted Heritage Cabinet to preserve the history and culture?
A. West Bengal
B. Odisha
C. Rajasthan
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B
Explanation: The Odisha State Government constituted Heritage Cabinet headed by Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik to preserve the history and culture of Odisha.
The Cabinet comprises eight members, including the Chief Minister. The other members are Ministers of Finance, Odia Language, Literature and Culture and Tourism, Handlooms, Textiles and Handicrafts, SC/ST Development, Higher Education, School and Mass Education and Electronics and Information.
Q128. Mohammad Kaif announced his retirement. He belongs to which sport?
A. FootBall
B. Cricket
C. Badminton
D. Tennis
Answer: B
Explanation: Mohammad Kaif announced his retirement from all forms of competitive cricket. He played 13 Tests and 125 ODIs for India.
Kaif was the captain of Under 19 cricket team that won the U-19 World Cup in 2000 against Sri Lanka.
Q129. Narendra Modi, laid the Foundation Stone of the Poorvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh in ______State
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. Maharashtra
Answer: B
Explanation: The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi, laid the Foundation Stone of the Poorvanchal Expressway in Azamgarh in Uttar Pradesh.
The 340-kilometre longPoorvanchal Expressway would transform the towns and cities that it passes through. It would also provide swifter connectivity between Delhi and Ghazipur.
Q130. A book titled „Aluminium: The Future Metal' is authored by
A. Tapan Kumar Chand
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Vishnu Prasad
D. Surendar Rao
Answer: A
Explanation: A book titled ‗Aluminium: The Future Metal‘, authored by Nalco CMD Dr Tapan Kumar Chand was released by Union Mines Minister Narendra Singh Tomar in Indore.
The book, focussing on the entire value chain of the aluminium industry is the second one by Dr Chand named ‗Aluminium: The Strategic Metal‘, which was highly acclaimed by the industry leaders and policymakers.
Q131. ______appointed as chairman of the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC)
A. Tapan Chand
B. Pradhyun Rai
C. Shrimat Pandey
D. Pradeep Nandrajog
Answer: C
Explanation: Shrimat Pandey newly-appointed chairman of the Rajasthan Electricity Regulatory Commission (RERC), was administered the oath of office by Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court Justice Pradeep Nandrajog.
Pandey has been appointed to the post for a tenure of five years. Prithviraj, judicial member (commission), was also administered the oath of office.
Q132. Who co-chaired the 6th meeting of India-Bangladesh in Dhaka
A. Rajnath Singh
B. Arun Jaitley
C. Suresh Prabhu
D. Piyush Goyal
Answer: A
Explanation: The Union Home Minister Shri Rajnath Singh co-chaired the 6th meeting of the Home Minister level talks with his Bangladesh counterpart, Mr. Asaduzzaman Khan in Dhaka, Bangladesh.
The two Ministers also witnessed the signing of the Revised Travel Arrangement 2018 (RTA 2018) amending the earlier RTA 2013 for further liberalizing the visa regime between the two countries, including enhanced duration for employment and student visas.
Q133. Which country has become the Vice-Chair (Regional Head) of the Asia Pacific Region of World Customs Organisation (WCO)
A. Bangladesh
B. Japan
C. India
D. Sri Lanka
Answer: C
Explanation: India has become the Vice-Chair (Regional Head) of the Asia Pacific Region of World Customs Organisation (WCO) for a period of two years, from July, 2018 to June, 2020.
The WCO has divided its Membership into six Regions. Each of the six Regions is represented by a regionally elected Vice-Chairperson to the WCO Council.
WCO represents 182 Customs administrations across the globe that collectively process approximately 98% of world trade. As the global centre of Customs expertise, the WCO is the only international organization with competence in Customs matters and can rightly call itself the voice of the international Customs community.
Q134. MCA has constituted a 10-Member Committee to review the offences under the Companies Act, 2013. The Committee is headed by
A. Injeti Srinivas
B. T.K. Vishwanathan
C. Uday Kotak
D. Sidharth Birla
Answer: A
Explanation: The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has constituted a 10 Member Committee, headed by the Secretary of Ministry of Corporate Affairs, for review of the penal provisions in the Companies Act, 2013 may be set up to examine ‗de-criminalisation‘ of certain offences.
The MCA seeks to review offences under the Companies Act, 2013 as some of the offences may be required to be decriminalised and handled in an in-house mechanism, where a penalty could be levied in instances of default.
The Committee shall submit its report within thirty days to the Central Government for consideration of its recommendations.
Q135. World Youth Skills Day is observed on
A. 12 July
B. 13 July
C. 14 July
D. 15 July
Answer: D
Explanation: World Youth Skills Day is observed on 15th July.
It is to raise awareness on the importance of investing in youth skills development, the United Nations General Assembly decided in resolution A/RES/69/145 to designate 15 July as World Youth Skills Day.
Q136. Kalpesh Yagnik who passed away recently was related to which field?
A. Politics
B. Journalism
C. Films
D. None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Kalpesh Yagnik, the veteran journalist and Dainik Bhaskar Group, has passed away in Indore, Madhya Pradesh on July 14, 2018. He was 55.
Q137. ______became the fourth Indian after Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid to score 10,000 ODI runs in the 2nd ODI against England at Lord's.
A. Virat Kohli
B. Suresh Raina
C. M S Dhoni
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: M S Dhoni became the fourth Indian after Sachin Tendulkar, Sourav Ganguly and Rahul Dravid to score 10,000 ODI runs in the 2nd ODI against England at Lord's.
Overall, Dhoni became only the 12th player in ODI history to reach the 10000-run club. Besdies the four Indian stalwarts, the elite list includes
Tillekaratne Dilshan, Kumar Sangakkara, Sanath Jayasuriya, Mahela Jayawardene (Sri Lanka), Ricky Ponting (Australia), Jacques Kallis (South Africa), Brian Lara (West Indies) and Inzamam- ul-Haq (Pakistan).
Q138. Swati Bidhan Baruah has made history by becoming the first transgender judge to be appointed to the _____ judiciary.
A. Tripura
B. West Bengal
C. Assam
D. Telangana
Answer: C
Explanation: Swati Bidhan Baruah has made history by becoming the first transgender judge to be appointed to the Assam judiciary. She has been appointed as a judge to mediate cases in a Lok Adalat.
Q139. M.N. Vyasa Rao who passed away recently was which language poet?
A. Telugu
B. Kannada
C. Urdu
D. Hindi
Answer: B
Explanation: Kannada poet and film song lyricist M.N. Vyasa Rao passed away at his residence in Bengaluru, Karnataka. He was 73.
He worked as a bank employee for 34 years before taking voluntary retirement from UCO Bank. Mr. Rao entered the Kannada film industry as a lyricist in 1975 in the hit film Shubhamangala, directed by Puttanna Kanagal.
The songs he wrote for the film — ‗Suryangu chandrangu bandare munisu‘ and ‗Nakondla naku‘ — remain popular even today.
He worked as a lyricist for many Puttanna Kanagal films and later expanded his repertoire to pen thousands of songs in a career spanning four decades.
Q140. President Ram Nath Kovind nominated how many members for the Rajya Sabha.
A. 4
B. 5
C. 3
D. 6
Answer: A
Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind nominated Ram Shakal, Sonal Mansingh, Rakesh Sinha and Raghunath Mohapatra as members of the Rajya Sabha.
They were nominated under Article 80(1)(a) of the Constitution, read with Article 80(3), provides that the President can nominate to the Rajya Sabha 12 persons having special knowledge or practical experience in the fields of literature, science, art and social service.
Q141. ______has been selected for 2018 Sangita Kalanidhi Award.
A. Aruna Sairam
B. R. Ramadoss
C. Premeela Gurumurthy
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Prominent Carnatic vocalist Aruna Sairam has been selected for 2018 Sangita Kalanidhi Award.
It is instituted by the Music Academy, Chennai. The executive committee of the academy met on July 15 and unanimously selected her for the award, said academy president N. Murali.
Mridangist Thanjavur R. Ramadoss, a student of Palghat T.S. Mani Iyer and vocalist K. Omana Kutty, will receive the Sangita Kala Acharya award.
The T.T.K. Awards will be conferred on veena player Kalyani Ganesan and nagaswaram player S.R.G. Rajanna.
Dr. Premeela Gurumurthy, the Vice-Chancellor of the Tamil Nadu Music and Fine Arts University, will receive the Musicologist Award, and dancer Shanta Dhananjayan, the Nritiya Kalanidhi Award.
Q142. Bhushan Steel appointed ______as its chairman.
A. TV Narendran
B. Sairam Mehta
C. Srinivas Kumar
D. Deepak Manoj
Answer: A
Explanation: Bhushan Steel, acquired by Tata Steel under corporate resolution process has approved the appointment of TV Narendran as chairman and non-executive additional director of the company.
Narendran, CEO, and MD of Tata Steel has more than 30 years of experience in the metal and mining industry.
Q143. SBI and Nabard tie-up for credit in which state?
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Telangana
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
Answer: B
Explanation: State Bank of India and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development have joined hands to provide collateral-free credit through Joint Liability Groups in Telangana.
The two signed a MoU, along with seven NGOs from Nizamabad, Medak and Warangal districts, for the promotion and credit linkage of 2,000 JLGs during the current year.
The agreement was signed by Swaminathan J, CGM, SBI, and P Radhakrishnan, CGM, Nabard.
Q144. Which state launched the 'Paudhagiri' campaign, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Jharkhand
C. Haryana
D. Punjab
Answer: C
Explanation: Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar launched the 'Paudhagiri' campaign, aimed at increasing the green cover in the state.
Under this campaign, 22 lakh students from class 6 to 12 of all government and private schools in Haryana will plant a sapling each during three months of monsoon -- July, August and September.
3,100 students from various schools of the district participated in the launch of the plantation drive.
Q145. Which state has launched ''I am not afraid of English'' initiative to promote English language right from Class 1 in the state's primary schools?
A. Telangana
B. Bihar
C. Haryana
D. Madhya Pradesh
Answer: C
Explanation: The Haryana Education Department has launched ''I am not afraid of English'' initiative to promote English language right from Class 1 in the state's primary schools.
The initiative is aimed at capacity building of teachers to enable them to help the students to learn, read, write and speak English.
To start with, a booklet containing 1,000 sentences/phrases has been prepared. It contains 200 sentences per grade for all the five grades at the primary level of schooling."
Q146. The first of world‟s cheapest drinking water project was launched in Darbhanga district of ______state
A. Bihar
B. West Bengal
C. Jammu and Kashmir
D. Punjab
Answer: A
Explanation: The first of world‘s cheapest drinking water project was launched in Bihar's Darbhanga district.
It was launched by Sulabh International, an organisation that introduced the concept of 'Sulabh Sauchalya' in the country.
With the help of this project, the people will easily be able to get pure and clean water only in 50paisa/litre.
The 'Sulabh Jal' project converts contaminated pond and river water into safe drinking water.
The founder of Sulabh International Dr. Bindeshwar Pathak laid the foundation of the project at Haribol Pond in Darbhanga Nagar Nigam premises.
Q147. Which state Governor given additional charge of Himachal Pradesh.
A. Bihar
B. Haryana
C. Telangana
D. Jharkhand
Answer: B
Explanation: Haryana Governor Kaptan Singh Solanki was given the additional charge of Himachal Pradesh, as the incumbent Acharya Devvrat is visiting the US.
Q148. Who co-chaired 8th session of India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) along with Minister of Industry, Investment, Trade and Digital Economy of Oman, Dr. Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy?
A. Sushma Swaraj
B. Suresh Prabhu
C. Piyush Goyal
D. Jitender Singh
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Minister of Commerce & Industry and Civil Aviation, Suresh Prabhu, co- chaired 8th session of India-Oman Joint Commission Meeting (JCM) along with Minister of Industry, Investment, Trade and Digital Economy of Oman, Dr. Ali bin Masoud Al Sunaidy.
Suresh Prabhu invited Omani companies to build on their success in India and make investments to benefit from ‗Make in India‘ and ‗Invest India‘ programmes which are aimed to encourage manufacturing.
Q149. A high-level National Conference of State/UT Ministers-in-charge of Women & Child development was held in
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Hyderabad
D. Patna
Answer: B
Explanation: A high-level National Conference of State/UT Ministers-in-charge of Women & Child development was held in New Delhi.
The meeting was chaired by the Union Minister of Women and Child development, Smt. Maneka Sanjay Gandhi in the presence of the Minister of State for WCD, Dr. Virendra Kumar.
The conference was attended by the Ministers from States of Bihar, Delhi, Haryana, Himachal Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya, and Manipur.
The remaining States were represented by the Secretary level and other high-level officers the State WCD Department.
The National Level Conference was held with the objective to discuss issues pertaining to the safety of women and children as well as Poshan Abhiyan with the purpose to direct and seek the support of State Governments to further their effective implementation.
The conference ended with the WCD Minister stating that women's issues need holistic approach and that States must do their best to enable that all women and child centric schemes are implemented to the fullest.
Q150. Which country has topped an annual global ranking of nations' the list of 30 countries.
A. UK
B. France
C. US
D. Russia
Answer: A
Explanation: The UK has topped an annual global ranking of nations' soft power, with France placed second on the list of 30 countries. The list does not feature India.
The 2018 'Soft Power 30' index is published last week by UK-based strategic communications consultancy firm Portland and the University of Southern California Center on Public Diplomacy, ranked Germany as third followed by the US.
In the fourth edition of the annual Soft Power 30 Index, the UK narrowly beats France to regain the top spot in 2018 -- a position it last held in 2015.
Q151. Rita Bhaduri who passed away recently was _____?
A. Actress
B. Singer
C. Film Maker
D. Music Composer
Answer: A
Explanation: Veteran actress Rita Bhaduri who was currently seen as the grandmother in Star Bharat's Nimki Mukhiya died. She was 62. The actress was suffering from a kidney ailment.
Rita Bhaduri has worked in over 20 TV shows, which includes Sarabhai Vs Sarabhai, Amanat and Kumkum.
Q152. How many bollywood actor are among the world‟s 100 highest-paid entertainers, according to a Forbes 2018 list.
A. 4
B. 3
C. 5
D. 2
Answer: D
Explanation: Bollywood actors Akshay Kumar and Salman Khan are among the world‘s 100 highest-paid entertainers, according to a Forbes 2018 list. The list is topped by American boxer Floyd Mayweather.
Akshay is ranked 76th on the Forbes list of the World‘s Highest Paid Celebrities 2018 while Salman is on the 82nd spot.
The list has been topped by Mayweather with earnings of 285 million dollars. Among the other highest-paid entertainers are actor George Clooney (2nd), reality TV star and businessperson Kylie Jenner (3rd), soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo (10), pop star Katy Perry (19), tennis icon Roger Federer (23), singer Beyonce (35), author J K Rowling (42) and golfer Tiger Woods (66).
Q153. Who has won the prestigious post in the Federations' Executive Committee elections held in Kathmandu, Nepal?
A. Gautam Kaul
B. Vigneshwari Rai
C. Ajay Ojha
D. Rakesh Mehta
Answer: A
Explanation: India has been elected new President of Asian Tug of War Federation. India's Gautam Kaul won the prestigious post in the Federations' Executive Committee elections held in Kathmandu, Nepal.
The tenure of newly elected office bearers will be for 3 years. The Asian Tug of War Federation is having its headquarter in Bangkok.
Q154. India has jumped to the ____ position in the men‟s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
A. 7th
B. 6th
C. 5th
D. 4th
Answer: C
Explanation: India has jumped to the fifth position in the men‘s hockey world rankings issued by the International Hockey Federation (FIH).
With 1484 points, India have pushed Germany (1456) to sixth from the fifth spot.
Champions Trophy winners Australia remained on top of the chart. Australia (1906 points) sit 23 points ahead of second-ranked Argentina (1883) and are followed by Belgium (1709) and Netherlands (1654).
Q155. Two days conference of Heads of AYUSH National Institutes held in which city?
A. Mumbai
B. Nasik
C. Hyderabad
D. New Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: The Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH, Shripad Yesso Naik inaugurated Raising towards Excellence – A two day Conference of Heads of AYUSH National Institutes organized by All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) at New Delh.
The conference is organized with a vision to develop National AYUSH institutes as light house institutions, streamlining quality in research, hospital care facilities, education, harmonization and rationalization of infrastructure and activities, and forming uniform service guidelines.
The purpose of this conference is to upgrade the status of AYUSH institutes at par with IITs and IIMs. This event has also witnessed the signing of a MoU between All India Institute of Ayurveda and Indian Institute of Technology, New Delhi.
Q156. Who has women's single Thailand Open 2018?
A. P V Sindhu
B. Nozomi Okuhara
C. Greysia Polii
D. Hafiz Faisal
Answer: B
Explanation: Japan's Nozomi Okuhara beats PV Sindhu to clinch Thailand Open 2018 at the Nimibutr Stadium in Bangkok.
Q157. Vinesh Phogat claimed the top position at the Spain Grand Prix in Madrid. Vinesh won the gold medal in the women‟s freestyle ___kg category.
A. 50Kg
B. 48Kg
C. 46Kg
D. 44Kg
Answer: A
Explanation: Vinesh Phogat claimed the top position at the Spain Grand Prix in Madrid. Vinesh won the gold medal in the women‘s freestyle 50kg category
Vinesh beat Natasha Fox of Canada in the final bout of the 50kg category, winning 10-0 inside the first period.
Q158. The country‟s first Defence incubators will come up in ______
A. Bengaluru
B. Hyderabad
C. Chennai
D. Gurugram
Answer: B
Explanation: The country‘s first Defence incubators will come up in Hyderabad, Telangana.
The incubator will be housed at T-Hub, which has already got recognition as one of the country‘s major centres for nurturing start-ups and creative ideas.
The Telangana State government proposes to accommodate the Defence incubator in the upcoming Phase-2 of the T-Hub.
The incubator will be funded through the Ministry‘s Innovation for Defence Exellence (iDEX) scheme. Under the scheme research in the fields of Aerospace & Defence by MSMEs, start-ups, research institutions, educational institutions are to be funded.
The iDEX will be funded and managed by a Defence Innovation Organisation (DIO). Initially, a corpus of ₹100 crore has been created by two PSUs--HAL and BEL, each contributing ₹50 crore. More defence PSUs will join in with financial contributions when required. Similarly, the Ministry of Defence also will extend funds when necessary.
Q159. Tata Capital Housing Finance has appointed ______as the Managing Director of the company.
A. Anil Kaul
B. Paramjeet Kasu
C. Gurmeet Singh
D. R Vaithianathan
Answer: A
Explanation: Tata Capital Housing Finance has appointed Anil Kaul as the Managing Director of the company.
Kaul took over the charge from R Vaithianathan with effect from July 18, 2018. Kaul holds an MBA degree in finance from the University of Lucknow. With over 20 years of experience in the financial sector, he has held senior management positions at ICICI Bank, ICICI Lombard, Citibank NA and Standard Chartered Plc
Q160. India bags how many medals in 7th World Junior Wushu championships.
A. 9
B. 10
C. 11
D. 12
Answer: A
Explanation: India bagged 9 medals - 4 Silver and 5 Bronze - in the 7th World Junior Wushu championships held in Brasilia, Brazil. It was held from 10th July to 16th July.
In Sanshou, a Chinese self-defense system and combat sport, Babulu (42kg sub-junior), Saleem (56kg sub-junior), Savita (48kg junior) and Rohit (80kg junior) won silver medals.
The three bronze medals for India were won by Himanshu (56kg junior), (Shruti 60kg junior), and Janhvi (52kg junior)
Q161. Nelson Mandela International Day is observed on
A. 16 July
B. 17 July
C. 18 July
D. 19 July
Answer: C
Explanation: Nelson Mandela International Day (or Mandela Day) is an annual international day in honour of Nelson Mandela is celebrated each year on 18 July. It is celebrated on Mandela's birthday.
The day was officially declared by the United Nations in November 2009,[2] with the first UN Mandela Day held on 18 July 2010. However, other groups began celebrating Mandela Day on 18 July 2009.
Mandela Day is a global call to action that celebrates the idea that each individual has the power to transform the world, the ability to make an impact.
Q162. Who has won a gold medal in the Meeting International de Sotteville-Les-Rouen in France.
A. Adrian Mardare
B. Edis Matusevicius
C. Neeraj Chopra
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra has won a gold medal in the Meeting International de Sotteville-Les-Rouen in France. He threw 85.17 metres to bag the top prize.
The second best was Adrian Mardare of Moldova who threw a distance of 81.48 m. The bronze medal went to Edis Matusevicius of Lithuania whose best was 79.31 m.
Q163. The United Nations has entered into a partnership with _____ to monitor the impacts of human activity on global ecosystems by using sophisticated online tools.
A. IBM
B. Google
C. Microsoft
D. Facebook
Answer: B
Explanation: The United Nations has entered into a partnership with Google to monitor the impacts of human activity on global ecosystems by using sophisticated online tools.
The aim of the partnership is to develop a platform to enable governments, NGO's and the public to track specific environment-related development targets with a user-friendly Google front-end, the UN Environment Programme (UNEP).
The partnership was launched during the High-Level Political Forum on Sustainable Development at the UN headquarters in New York.
Q164. Which IIT scientists create mini-organs that mimic hair growth?
A. IIT Bombay
B. IIT Madras
C. IIT Delhi
D. IIT Khargpur
Answer: C
Explanation: The Scientists from IIT Delhi have developed a silk-based hydrogel that emulates the process of hair growth, an advance that may help screen novel drugs for treating hair loss without using animal tests.
The team, which included researchers from the ITC Life Sciences and Technology Centre in Bangalore developed the hydrogel by combining a mixture of silk proteins, isolated from silkworm cocoons, and gelatin. Tyrosinase enzyme was used to develop a stable hydrogel system.
Q165. The government has decided to set up a committee under the Chairmanship of ______to suggest measures to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS).
A. Anil Swarup
B. Sanjay Mehta
C. Kamlesh Kumar
D. Vamshi Krishna
Answer: A
Explanation: The government has decided to set up a committee under the Chairmanship of Anil Swarup, former Secretary, School Education, to suggest measures to strengthen National Cadet Corps (NCC) and National Service Scheme (NSS).
The Committee will deal with on issues like expansion, strengthening training infrastructure, rationalizing resources, reducing manpower deficiency affecting NCC and NSS.
The Committee will also submit recommendations for building synergies between these two institutions viz. NCC and NSS and further strengthen them for empowering the youth.
Q166. Cabinet approves establishment of Medical College, Salempur at Deoria. It is in which state?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Maharashtra
Answer: C
Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the proposal of the State Government of Uttar Pradesh for establishment of new medical college at Deoria, Uttar Pradesh.
It will be built at a cost of Rs.250 crore under Phase-II of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme.
Under Phase-II of the Centrally Sponsored Scheme for the establishment of new medical colleges attached with existing District/Referral hospitals, the criteria for one medical in every three Parliamentary Constituencies and one Government medical college in each State was adopted.
Accordingly, a requirement of 24 additional medical colleges including eight medical colleges in Uttar Pradesh has been approved.
Q167. Cabinet approved MoU between India and _____ on cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy.
A. Haiti
B. Cuba
C. Jamaica
D. Bahamas
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi has given its ex- post facto approval for the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between India and Cuba on cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy.
Q168. National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is running “Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan” in how many main stem Ganga basin states.
A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 5
Answer: D
Explanation: National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) is running ―Ganga VriksharopanAbhiyan‖ in five main stem Ganga basin states – Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand and West Bengal.
The drive was launched on the 9th July, and the week upto 15th July was observed as ‗ShubharambhSaptah‘.
The campaign has been initiated as part of the Forest Interventions in Ganga (FIG) component of NamamiGangeprogramme. It is significant as it aims to bring greater awareness among people and other stakeholders regarding the importance of afforestation for the task of Ganga Rejuvenation.
Q169. Which Railways renamed Elphinstone Road Station to Prabhadevi?
A. Western Railways
B. Central Railways
C. Southern Railways
D. Northen Railways
Answer: A
Explanation: The Western Railways renamed Elphinstone Road Station to Prabhadevi. The station code for newly renamed Prabhadevi station will be PBHD.
The renaming was first proposed by Shiv Sena leader Diwakar Raote in 1991.The Shiv Sena wanted Elphinstone Station renamed after the local deity 'Prabhadevi'.
Earlier it was named after Lord Elphinstone, who was the Governor of erstwhile Bombay from 1853 to 1860.
Q170. ______appointed as chairman of All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
A. Anil D Sahasrabudhe
B. Vishnu Vardhan Kumar
C. Ranjith Girishwar
D. Venketshwara Subbu
Answer: A
Explanation: The union government has renewed the appointment of Prof Anil D Sahasrabudhe as the chairman of the tenchical and professional education regulator All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) till he attains the age of 65 years.
Prof. Sahasrabudhe was a Professor of Mechanical Engineering at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati joined AICTE as Chairman on July 17, 2015.
Prof Sahasrabudhe has in his illustrious career of over 30 years held several important academic, research and administrative positions.
Q171. Who hosted the 10th edition of the Delhi Dialogue (DD X) in New Delhi from July 19 to July 20.
A. Rajnath Singh
B. Narendra Modi
C. Sushma Swaraj
D. Arun Jaitley
Answer: C
Explanation: External Affairs Minister (EAM) Sushma Swaraj hosted the 10th edition of the Delhi Dialogue (DD X) in New Delhi from July 19 to July 20.
The theme of this year's DD X was "Strengthening India-ASEAN Maritime Cooperation."
Delhi Dialogue is a premier annual event to discuss politico-security, the economic and socio-cultural engagement between India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN),
DD X organised in partnership with the Research and Information System for Developing Countries (RIS).
Political leadership, policy makers, senior officials, diplomats, business leaders, think-tanks and academicians from India and ASEAN member states are participating in the discussion.
Q172. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will shortly issue Rs 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series. It will be in _____ colour
A. Grey
B. Pink
C. Lavender
D. Green
Answer: C
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will shortly issue Rs 100 denomination banknotes in the Mahatma Gandhi (New) Series.
The new denomination has the motif of ‗Rani Ki Vav‘ (the queen‘s stepwell located at Patan, Gujarat) on the reverse, depicting the country‘s cultural heritage. The dimension of the banknote will be 66 mm×142 mm. The new denomination notes will be lavender colour.
Q173. The finance ministry approved an infusion of Rs 11,336 crore in how many state-owned lenders to help them meet the regulatory capital requirement.
A. 7
B. 6
C. 5
D. 4
Answer: C
Explanation: The finance ministry approved an infusion of Rs 11,336 crore in five state-owned lenders to help them meet the regulatory capital requirement.
The 5 banks are Punjab National Bank (PNB), Andhra Bank, Corporation Bank, Allahabad Bank, Indian Overseas Bank.
Punjab National Bank (PNB) will get the highest amount of Rs 2,816 crore out, while Allahabad Bank to get Rs 1,790 crore, Andhra Bank to get Rs 2,019 crore, Indian Overseas Bank - Rs 2,157 crore and Corporation Bank - Rs 2,555 crore.
This is the first ever capital infusion in the current fiscal and the remaining amount of Rs 53,664 crore would be disbursed during the course of the year.
Q174. What is the India‟s growth forecast in 2018-19 , as per Asian Development Bank (ADB) latest report Asian Development Outlook (ADO)?
A. 7.1%
B. 7.2%
C. 7.3%
D. 7.4%
Answer: C
Explanation: India will continue to be the fastest growing major economy, ahead of China, with a growth rate of 7.3% in 2018-19 and 7.6% in 2019-20, as per Asian Development Bank (ADB) latest report Asian Development Outlook (ADO).
While retaining India's growth rate projection for the current and the next fiscal year, Asian Development Bank said economic growth in China will decelerate to 6.6% in 2018 and further to 6.4% in 2019. China's growth rate was 6.9% in 2017.
ADB said India is the dominant economy in the South Asia sub-region with its growth gaining momentum at 7.7% in the last quarter ended March of 2017-18, the highest rate of growth since the first quarter of 2016-17.
Q175. Which Small Finance Bank announced the commercial launch of its banking operations recently.
A. Fincare Small Finance Bank
B. Jana Small Finance Bank
C. North East Small Finance Bank
D. None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Jana Small Finance Bank announced the commercial launch of its banking operations.
It commenced three years after the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) gave its in-principle approval.
It is the last microfinance company to convert itself into a small finance bank (SFB). The Bengaluru-based small finance bank, which was earlier called Janalakshmi Financial Services and weathered huge losses on account of demonetization.
Q176. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has added how many medal events to the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.
A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9
Answer: B
Explanation: The International Olympic Committee (IOC) has added seven medal events to the 2022 Beijing Winter Games.
It published a 2020 Tokyo Olympics schedule with no agreement on when to race swimming finals and set a timetable to add new sports to the 2024 Paris Olympics.
The next Winter Olympics will now include: women‘s monobob, Big Air freestyle skiing for men and women, plus mixed team events in short track speed skating, ski jumping, ski aerials and snowboardcross.
Q177. A Two-Day International conference on "Empowering Women: Fostering Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability" held in
A. Pune
B. Hyderabad
C. Delhi
D. Patna
Answer: C
Explanation: NITI Aayog's Women Entrepreneurship Platform( WEP) and Shri Ram College of Commerce (SRCC), Office of International Programmes (OIP) University of Delhi, jointly organised a Two-Day International conference on "Empowering Women: Fostering Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Sustainability", on July 16-17, 2018.
The conference saw the participation of remarkable national as well as international luminaries. Representatives from across the globe, including Canada, United States of America, Australia, Ethopia, Cameroon, Ghana, and Nigeria, Nepal, Tibet, Bangladesh and Thailand, took part in the Conference and actively participated in the technical sessions.
This was followed by paper presentations on ‗Empowering Women‘, and business and entrepreneurship oriented competitions, where over 250 delegates constructively engaged in brainstorming sessions.
The papers submitted for presentation cut across a range of empirical and theoretical work as well as case-studies.
Q178. Exercise Pitch Black 2018 is a biennial multi-national large force employment warfare exercise is hosted by which country?
A. Russia
B. Australia
C. United States
D. Japan
Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian Air Force for the first time is participating with fighter aircraft in Exercise Pitch Black 2018 (PB-18).
It is scheduled from 24 Jul 18 to 18 Aug 18 in Australia. Ex Pitch Black is a biennial multi-national large force employment warfare exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
The exercise will provide a unique opportunity for exchange of knowledge and experience with these nations in a dynamic warfare environment.
Participation in multinational air exercise assumes importance in view of the continued engagement of the IAF with friendly foreign countries.
Over the last decade, IAF has been actively participating in operational exercises hosted by various countries, wherein collaborative engagements undertaken with the best air forces in the world. During the transit to Australia, IAF contingent will also have constructive engagement with Indonesian and Malaysian Air Forces.
Q179. Hima Das to be ______state first ever sports ambassador.
A. Assam
B. Manipur
C. Odisha
D. Tripura
Answer: A
Explanation: Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal has confirmed that Indian Athlete Hima Das will be named as the first sports ambassador of the state.
The announcement came after Hima Das recently became the first Indian woman to win gold at IAAF World U-20 Athletics Championships.
Q180. The city of Udaipur has ranked _____ among the 15 of the world's best cities by Travel + Leisure.
A. 5
B. 6
C. 9
D. 3
Answer: D
Explanation: The city of Udaipur has ranked 3rd among the 15 of the world's best cities by Travel + Leisure.
Udaipur, the heritage-city built by the Maharanas of Mewar in the 16th century. The top 2 cities are both in Mexico: San Miguel de Allende and Oaxaca.
As part of the World's Best Awards survey, readers of Travel and Leisure magazine were asked to rank their favourite urban destinations based on sights and landmarks, culture, cuisine, friendliness, shopping, and overall value.
Q181. IIT _____ and AIIA signed an agreement to give „scientific validation‟ to Ayurveda
A. IIT Guwahati
B. IIT Bombay
C. IIT Madras
D. IIT Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: IIT Delhi and the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) signed an agreement under which projects would be launched that would aim to give ―scientific validation‖ to the ancient medical science and integrate it with technology.
The projects would be funded by the Ayush Ministry.
Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), the faculties of IIT Delhi and AIIA will work together in the projects to look at ways to integrate technology with Ayurveda.
The agreement was signed at a conference of the heads of National Ayush Institutes who would brainstorm on ways to induce modernity in Ayurveda.
Representatives of IIT and IIM Ahmedabad and AIIMS would also look at ways to improve the Ayurveda education.
Q182. The 4th Round of the India-Japan Maritime Affairs Dialogue was held in
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Tokyo
D. Kobe
Answer: B
Explanation: The 4th Round of the India-Japan Maritime Affairs Dialogue was held in New Delhi on 18 July 2018.
The Indian delegation was led by Dr Pankaj Sharma, Joint Secretary (Disarmament and International Security Affairs), in the Ministry of External Affairs while the Japanese delegation was led by Ambassador Kansuke Nagaoka, Policy Planning and International Security Policy in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
The two sides exchanged views on various topics of mutual interest including the Indo-Pacific Region, maritime security, cooperation in Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR), Search and Rescue (SAR) and discussed ways and means of further strengthening the bilateral cooperation in these areas.
Q183. Odisha government appointed ______as the principal secretary to Governor Dr Ganeshi Lal.
A. Madhusudan Padhi
B. Shanvi Sharma
C. C J Venugopal
D. Naveen Prasad
Answer: A
Explanation: Odisha government today appointed senior IAS officer Madhusudan Padhi as the principal secretary to Governor Dr Ganeshi Lal.
He replaced CJ Venugopal as the principal secretary to the Governor. Venugopal has been appointed as the principal secretary, Electronics and IT department.
Q184. Myanmar became the ___ signatory to the Framework Agreement of the International Solar Alliance.
A. 67th
B. 68th
C. 69th
D. 70th
Answer: B
Explanation: Myanmar joined the India-initiated International Solar Alliance (ISA). Myanmar became the 68th signatory to the Framework Agreement of the International Solar Alliance.
Myanmar Minister for International Cooperation Kyaw Tin handed over the ISA Framework Agreement to External Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj during a bilateral meeting on the margins of this year's Delhi Dialogue.
Q185. The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has appointed ______as the in charge of the upcoming 18th Asian Games.
A. Brij Bhushan
B. Jagdambika Pal
C. Dev Kumar Singh
D. Rajyavardhan Singh
Answer: A
Explanation: The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has appointed Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) president Brij Bhushan Sharan Singh as the in charge of the upcoming 18th Asian Games.
Brij Bhushan will be assisted by four deputy heads- Raj Kumar Sacheti, Satyavrat Sheoran, Balbir Singh Kushwaha and Dev Kumar Singh.
The 2018 Asian Games are slated to be held from August 18 to September 02 in the Indonesian cities of Jakarta and Palembang.
Q186. Which state government launched an online portal and mobile app called 'Aabhaar- Aapki seva ka' by the online pension management system for the pensioners of the state.
A. Odisha
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Bihar
Answer: B
Explanation: Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Dr Raman Singh launched an online portal and mobile app called 'Aabhaar-Aapki seva ka' by the online pension management system for the pensioners of the state.
Through this app and the website, 80,000 pensioners of the state will now get all the information related to pension and payment online.
The app available on Android. It has been created by the state finance department.
Q187. Gopal Das Neeraj who passed away recently was ______
A. Poet
B. Singer
C. Actor
D. Journalist
Answer: A
Explanation: Famous Hindi poet Gopal Das Neeraj passed away at the AIIMS trauma centre, in New Delhi. He was 93.
The poet had also written songs for Bollywood films. He was awarded Padma Shri in 1991 and Padma Bhushan in 2007.
Q188. The National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) announced the appointment of ______as its executive director.
A. Arman Ali
B. Javed Abidi
C. Sandeep Chawla
D. Atif Hussain
Answer: A
Explanation: The National Centre for Promotion of Employment for Disabled People (NCPEDP) announced the appointment of Arman Ali as its executive director.
He would assume charge from October 1, 2018. Disability rights activist Javed Abidi who was the director of the NCPEDP passed away on March 4 after succumbing to a chest infection. He was 53.
Ali is the executive director of Shishu Sarothi, the Centre for Rehabilitation and Training for Multiple Disability since 2009. Under his leadership Shishu Sarothi grew from a small 28 member team to 90 member team and made a major impact for the cause of disability.
Q189. The „8th BRICS Health Ministers‟ Meeting held in which country?
A. India
B. Russia
C. South Africa
D. China
Answer: C
Explanation: The ‗8th BRICS Health Ministers‘ Meeting held at Durban, South Africa. The Indian delegation was led by Mr J P Nadda, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare.
Shri Nadda stated that India‘s achievement in reducing the maternal mortality ratio (MMR) by 77%, from 556 per 100000 live births in 1990 to 130 per 100 000 live births in 2016 was commended by Regional Director, WHO SEARO.
Q190. Which state government launched „e-Pragati core platform‟?
A. Andhra Prdesh
B. Telangana
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
Answer: A
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched ‗e-Pragati core platform‘ at Undavalli, Vijayawada. e-Pragati is a forward-looking digital initiative. It is aimed at connecting the citizen to 34 departments, 336 autonomous organisations and 745-plus services.
Through this project, the State government intends to realise the vision of ‗Sunrise AP 2022‘.
The e-Pragati authority will achieve the goals of the project by supporting the seven development missions launched in the areas of e-Governance, Social Empowerment, Skill Development, Urban Development, Infrastructure, Industrial Development and the Services sector.
Q191. ______became the world‟s most expensive goalkeeper.
A. Ederson Moraes
B. Alisson Becker
C. Jordan Pickford
D. Meret Alex
Answer: B
Explanation: Brazil goalkeeper Alisson Becker became the world‘s most expensive goalkeeper, when he joined Liverpool from Roma.
He was Transferring clubs from Italy's Roma to England's Liverpool for a world record £56 million.
The Alisson (25-year-old) Brazilian has beaten Ederson Moraes (£34.7 million, Benfica to Manchester City).
Q192. Ramchandra Singh Deo was first finance minister of ______state has passed away.
A. Telangana
B. Odisha
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Punjab
Answer: C
Explanation: Ramchandra Singh Deo, first finance minister of Chhattisgarh has passed away.
He was born on February 13, 1930, at Baikunthpur, Deo was also the Minister of Water Resources in Madhya Pradesh prior to the inception of Chhattisgarh.
Deo was popular for his support for the rehabilitation of the displaced people as a result of dam constructions.
Q193. Which country passed a law to declare that only Jews have the right of self- determination in the country?
A. Iraq
B. Iran
C. Isreal
D. Turkey
Answer: C
Explanation: Israel passed a law to declare that only Jews have the right of self-determination in the country.
The "nation-state" law, backed by the right-wing government, passed by a vote of 62-55 and two abstentions in the 120-member parliament after months of political argument.
Q194. ______appointed as the next Vice-Chancellor of Panjab University.
A. Prof. Raj Kumar
B. Prof. Arun Kumar Grover
C. Prof. Jagdish Nair
D. Prof. Sameer Mehta
Answer: A
Explanation: The Vice President of India and the Chancellor of Panjab University, M. Venkaiah Naidu has appointed Prof. Raj Kumar as the next Vice-Chancellor of Panjab University.
At present Prof. Raj Kumar is posted as the Dean and Head, Institute of Management Studies, Banaras Hindu University.
The appointment was made by the Vice President of India and the Chancellor of Panjab University exercising the powers conferred by Section 10 of the Panjab University Act 1947.
The term of the appointment will be for three years with effect from July 23, 2018, or from the date he assumes charge of his office as the Vice Chancellor.
Q195. Who inaugurated the most advanced System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting (SAFAR) at ChandniChowk in Delhi?
A. Venkaiah Naidu
B. Narendra Modi
C. Dr Harsh Vardhan
D. Piyush Goyal
Answer: C
Explanation: Science& Technology, Earth Sciences; Environment, Forest & Climate Change Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan unveiled a state-of-the-art Air Quality and Weather Forecast System– SAFAR (System of Air Quality and Weather Forecasting)at ChandniChowkin Delhi.
The giant true colour LED display gives out real-time air quality index on 24x7 basis with colour coding along with 72-hour advance forecast.
The system is first of its kind in the country. It was developed indigenously in record time by Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology, Pune and operationalized by India Meteorological Department (IMD).
The system will be an integral part of India‘s first Air Quality Early Warning System operational in Delhi and will strengthen the existing air quality network of SAFAR, Central Pollution Control Board and Delhi Pollution Control Committee.
Q196. Who launched the Student Police Cadet (SPC) programme for nationwide implementation at a ceremony in Gurugram, Haryana?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Venkaiah Naidu
D. Ram Nath Kovind
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Home Minister Rajnath Singh launched the Student Police Cadet (SPC) programme for nationwide implementation at a ceremony in Gurugram, Haryana.
The SPC programme focuses on students of Classes 8 & 9 and special care has been taken to ensure that it does not lead to an increase in the workload of the students.
The programme does not have any prescribed textbook nor is any exam envisaged. Only one class in a month is proposed. The programme seeks to cover broadly two kinds of topics, - crime prevention and control; and values and ethics.
The SPC programme will provide a healthy interface between schools and police peace and inculcate in the student's aspects of public safety, discipline, patience, tolerance, empathy, respect of senior citizens, social harmony, traffic sense and a corruption-free environment.
Q197. Which country tops list of skilled visa immigrants in Australia.
A. India
B. England
C. China
D. UK
Answer: A
Explanation: Nearly 3 lakh Indians migrated and settled in Australia from 2000 to 2016, according to a data released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS).
India with 234,395 individuals (19 per cent) bagged the top rank, followed by England and China at 160,558 (13 per cent) and 146,842 (12 per cent) people, respectively. India have topped the charts on a skilled visa.
Under the family visa programme, China with 95,532 immigrants (14 per cent) ranked first, followed by the UK at 60,108 (8.8 per cent) and India at 56,406 (8.3 per cent), the figures revealed.
Of a total of 45,816 migrants who came to Australia under the humanitarian visa programme, there were only 1,097 Indians. Iraq topped the list in the category with 37,751 migrants.
Q198. Union Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs has cleared ____ athletes for the scholarship under the Khelo India Talent Development Scheme.
A. 765
B. 734
C. 786
D. 721
Answer: B
Explanation: Union Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs has cleared 734 athletes for the scholarship under the Khelo India Talent Development Scheme.
The scheme is a unique programme to nurture sporting talent. Through this programme, the athletes will get training at government-accredited residential academies.
An annual stipend of Rs. 1,20,000 will be given to each player on a quarterly basis to meet their out of pocket expenses, treatment of injuries and other expenses.
Q199. The first meeting of the India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on Border Haats was held in which city?
A. New Delhi
B. Agartala
C. Dhaka
D. Chittagong
Answer: B
Explanation: The first meeting of the India-Bangladesh Joint Committee on Border Haats was held on 22-23 July 2018 in Agartala, Tripura.
In the meeting, both sides noted the positive impact of Border Haats on the livelihoods of the people living in areas adjoining the Haats.
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Border Haats between India and Bangladesh signed on 8th April 2017 provides for the establishment of a Joint Committee to review the border haats operations, suggest modifications in the operational modalities and propose new locations of Border Haats.
Q200. Who has won formula-1 German Grand Prix 2018?
A. L. Hamilton
B. V. Bottas
C. K. Räikkönen
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Lewis Hamilton has won formula-1 German Grand Prix 2018 at Hockenheimring track in Germany.
Top 3 Winners:
1. United Kingdom L. Hamilton - Mercedes.
2. Finland V. Bottas - Mercedes.
3. Finland K. Räikkönen- Ferrari.
Q201. Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha inaugurated Regional Rail Training Institute (RRTI) in which state?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Odisha
D. West Bengal
Answer: B
Explanation: Minister of State for Railways Manoj Sinha inaugurated Regional Rail Training Institute (RRTI) at Uttar Pradesh's Ghazipur.
This training institute will give strength to the country's and state's development. It will provide modern training facilities to the railway employees and would enhance their efficiency.
The institute, built with the cost of Rs 21 crore, is equipped with modern training facilities, an advanced model hostel, computer room, cafeteria and other necessary facilities.
Q202. _____ has topped the Public Affairs Index (PAI) for 2018 as the best-governed state.
A. Kerala
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Karnataka
D. Bihar
Answer: A
Explanation: Kerala has topped the Public Affairs Index (PAI) for 2018 as the best-governed state for the third consecutive year since 2016 among large states.
The Public Affairs Index 2018 released by the think tank Public Affairs Centre (PAC) in Bengaluru.
Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Karnataka and Gujarat followed Kerala among the top five states delivering good governance, according to the report.
Among smaller states (with a population less than two crores), Himachal Pradesh topped the list, followed by Goa, Mizoram, Sikkim and Tripura which figured among the top five states with good governance.
The think tank has undertaken the study across all the Indian states considering them across 10 themes such as essential infrastructure, support to human development, social protection, women and children as well as law and order.
The states were divided into two categories -- large and small -- on the basis of their population. States with more than two crore population were considered large.
Q203. Which IIT has developed an online tool, TreadWill, to help people cope with issues related to mental health?
A. IIT Delhi
B. IIT Madras
C. IIT Bomaby
D. IIT Kanpur
Answer: D
Explanation: The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Kanpur has developed an online tool, TreadWill, to help people cope with issues related to mental health.
The tool has been developed by a team with collaborative support from the Computer Science and Engineering and Humanities and Social Sciences, HSS (Psychology) departments.
Q204. The Government of India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with ______country for seeking help in improving overall public transport system in the country.
A. Japan
B. Canada
C. China
D. UK
Answer: D
Explanation: The Government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with United Kingdom for seeking help in improving overall public transport system in the country.
The MoU has been signed between the Ministry of Road Transport & Highways and Transport for London (TFL), a statutory body established under the Greater London Authority Act, 1999 (UK) to improve public transport in India.
The MoU would help mainly in sharing of information and areas of cooperation like improving the public transport system with an augmentation of passenger capacity, passenger services, data analysis, induction of electric vehicles, introduction of technology, ticketing and the provision of passenger information, urban transport planning and policy, institutional organisation of transport, governance and accountability arrangements, project financing, strategy, and procurement methodologies, policy development and assessment of technology strategies, operations procurement and contracting, Infrastructure maintenance strategies, Infrastructure design and delivery etc.
Q205. Nitin Gadkari inaugurates/ Lays the Foundation for NH Projects worth Rs 5485 Crores in which state?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Jharkhand
D. None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Nitin Gadkari, Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Shipping, Water Resources, River Development & Ganga Rejuvenation inaugurated/ laid the foundation for National Highways projects worth Rs 5485 Crores in Madhya Pradesh.
The foundation stone for 5 NH projects of total length 226 km, worth Rs 3583 Crore. These include i. 4 laning of Jhansi-Khajuraho section of NH 75 at a cost of Rs 976.62 Crore – This will give a boost to Jhansi-Khajuraho-Orcha tourist circuit by reducing travel time by 1.5 hours ii. 4 laning of Seoni-Nagpur section of NH7 at a cost of Rs 730.8 Crore – Will save 45 minutes travel time iii. 4 laning of Hiran Nadi-Sindoor Nadi section of NH12 at a cost of Rs 617.17 Crore – This will save travel time between Bhopal and Jabalpur by 30 minutes iv. 4 laning of Rewa-Sidhi section of NH75 with Churhat Byepass and Tunnel at a cost of Rs 1004 Crore – This will save 1 hour travel time by making way through a straight tunnel in place of the present circuitous route. v. 2 laning of Biaora-Maksudangarh section of NH752 B at a cost of Rs 254.17 Crore – The construction will improve safety conditions at 16 difficult spots on this section.
Q206. ______has taken over as Member Staff of Railway Board and Ex-officio Secretary to the Government of India.
A. S.N. Agrawal
B. Payal Jain
C. Ashok Gupta
D. K Amith Nair
Answer: A
Explanation: S.N. Agrawal has taken over as Member Staff, Railway Board and Ex-officio Secretary to the Government of India on 20.07.2018.
Prior to this, Agrawal was General Manager of South Eastern Railway, Kolkata. S.N. Agrawal, a Civil Engineer, belongs to the Indian Railway Service of Engineers (IRSE) of 1980 batch.
Agrawal has undertaken various professional trainings both in India and abroad viz. USA, Australia and France. He has also presented many Technical Papers in International Seminars. Shri Agrawal has keen interest in sports and socio-cultural activities.
Q207. ______to be new MD & CEO of Tata AIA Life.
A. Rishi Srivastava
B. Naveen Tahilyani
C. Mahesh Sanjay
D. Kapil Shukla
Answer: A
Explanation: Tata AIA Life announced the appointment of Rishi Srivastava as the new Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director starting August 1, 2018.
Srivastava will take over from current Chief Executive Officer Naveen Tahilyani who takes over as Chief Executive Officer, Group Partnership Distribution, AIA Group, Hong Kong.
Q208. Pakistan got its first-ever woman chief justice of a high court. Justice ______was named as the Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court.
A. Justice Tahira Safdar
B. Justice Saba Saddam
C. Justice Afiya Arif
D. Justice Aliya Ilyas
Answer: A
Explanation: Pakistan got its first-ever woman chief justice of a high court. Justice Tahira Safdar was named as the Chief Justice of the Balochistan High Court by Chief Justice Mian Saqib Nisar.
Justice Safdar (61) will take charge of her new role following the retirement of incumbent Balochistan High Court Chief Justice Mohammad Noor Muskanzai, who attains superannuation on August 31.
She made history in 1982 when she became the first woman civil judge in Balochistan.
Justice Tahira is currently also a member of the three-judge special court conducting the trial of former president Pervez Musharraf for committing treason by proclaiming a state of emergency on November 3, 2007.
Q209. Who named as the 2017 AIFF Player of the Year?
A. Sunil Chhetri
B. Anirudh Thapa
C. Sumanta Datta
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: India captain Sunil Chhetri was named by the All India Football Federation as its Player of the Year. Kamala Devi bagged the 2017 AIFF Woman Player of the Year.
Q210. The government has set up a high-level committee chaired by ______to deliberate on the matter and make recommendations, to check mob lynching.
A. Rajiv Gauba
B. Yahwanth Naryana
C. Rajnath Singh
D. Thawar Chand Gehlot
Answer: A
Explanation: The government has set up a high-level committee chaired by the Union Home Secretary Rajiv Gauba to deliberate on the matter and make recommendations, to check mob lynching.
The Secretary, Department of Justice, Secretary, Department of Legal Affairs, Secretary, Legislative Department and Secretary, Social Justice and Empowerment are the members of the committee. The committee will submit its recommendations to the Government within four weeks.
Government has further decided to constitute a Group of Ministers headed by the Union Home Minister to consider the recommendations of the high level committee.
The Minister, External Affairs, Minister, Road Transport and Highways; Shipping, Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, Minister, Law & Justice and Minister, Social Justice and Empowerment are the members of Group of Ministers.
The Group of Ministers will submit their recommendations to the Prime Minister.
Q211. The government has slashed the minimum annual deposit requirement for accounts under the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana to Rs ____ from Rs 1,000
A. 500
B. 750
C. 250
D. 300
Answer: C
Explanation: The government has slashed the minimum annual deposit requirement for accounts under the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana to Rs 250 from Rs 1,000. A move that will enable the number of people to take advantage of the girl child savings scheme.
The government amended the Sukanya Samriddhi Account Rules - 2016 to state that the minimum initial deposit to open the account would be Rs 250.
Under the scheme, a parent or legal guardian can open an account in the name of the girl child until she attains the age of ten years. The account can be opened in any post office branch and designated public sector banks
The minimum deposit that needs to be made every year is Rs 250 and the maximum amount that can be deposited in a year is Rs 1.5 lakh. There is no limit on the number of deposits either in a month or in a financial year.
Sukanya Samriddhi scheme was launched in 2015. Till November 2017, more than 1.26 crore accounts were opened across the country securing an amount of Rs 19,183 crore.
Q212. Swachh Survekshan Grameen launched in UP, ______and Maharashtra this week
A. Jharkhand
B. Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. West Bengal
Answer: A
Explanation: The Swachh Survekshan Grameen 2018 (SSG 2018) announced by the Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation on July 13th, 2018. It is launched by UP, Jharkhand, and Maharashtra this week.
Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh, Yogi Adityanath, launched the SSG in Lucknow on 24th July.
Chief Minister of Jharkhand, Shri Raghubar Das, launched the Survekshan in Ranchi on 24th July.
Earlier this week, Babanrao Lonikar, Cabinet Minister, Water Supply and Sanitation Department, Government of Maharashtra, launched SSG 2018 in Maharashtra at an event in Pandharpur.
Under the SSG 2018, an independent survey agency will conduct the survey in all districts from 1st to 31st August 2018, and the results will be announced in the form of a ranking of all districts and States on the basis of quantitative and qualitative sanitation (Swachhata) parameters. The top- performing States and Districts are expected to be awarded on 2nd October 2018.
As part of Swachh Survekshan, Grameen 6980 villages in 698 districts across India will be covered. 34,000 public places namely schools, anganwadis, public health centres, haat/bazaars/religious places in these 6980 villages will be visited for survey. Citizens‘ feedback will be collected from over 50 lakh citizens on SBM related issues through direct interaction as well as online feedback.
Q213. The 36th meeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee held in which city?
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Patna
D. Hyderabad
Answer: B
Explanation: Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs has approved the construction of 2,67,546 more affordable houses for the benefit of urban poor under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (Urban).
The approval was given in the 36thmeeting of the Central Sanctioning and Monitoring Committee in its meeting held in New Delhi.
Madhya Pradesh has been sanctioned 59,421 houses while the sanction for Gujaratis 55,296 affordable houses.
The number of houses sanctioned for Maharashtra is 52,935, Uttar Pradesh 36,370 houses, West Bengal 26,604 houses and Bihar 15,924 houses.
Approvals given for Rajasthan stands at 8,600 houses while Chhattisgarh has been sanctioned 7,961 houses.
Punjab has been sanctioned 2,442 houses while the sanction for Uttarakhand is 1,993 houses.
With the above proposed houses, cumulative houses under PMAY(U) after subsuming projects of RAY scheme the total number of houses being funded under PMAY(Urban) would be 53,74,306 houses.
Q214. The Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has launched a contest named ______
A. #Childline1095
B. #Childline1096
C. #Childline1097
D. #Childline1098
Answer: D
Explanation: The Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD) has launched a contest, #Childline1098, inviting people to share images of the Childline 1098 logo that they spot at unique locations and send it with a tagline, to mark World Day against Trafficking in Persons on July 30.
CHILDLINE is India's first 24-hour, free, emergency phone service for children in need of aid and assistance. At present, it is operational at 450 locations. As Railways often act as carriers of trafficked children, the Ministry signed a MoU with the Ministry of Railways to rescue and rehabilitate runaway, abandoned, kidnapped and trafficked children via Railways.
The Ministry launched an awareness campaign via posters in railway coaches in November 2015, and around 2 lakh posters have been put in trains which caution passengers about children around them who may need protection.
Q215. Union Sports Minister Grants Financial Assistance of Rs. Five Lakh to Former _____ Ashok Soren.
A. Archer
B. Boxer
C. Weightlifter
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Union Minister of State (I/C) Youth Affairs and Sports Col Rajyavardhan Rathore has sanctioned financial assistance of Rs. 5 Lakh (Five Lakh) to Former Archer Shri Ashok Soren.
The financial assistance has been given from Pandit Deendayal Upadhyay National Welfare Fund for Sportspersons (PDUNWFS).
Q216. 2nd meeting of National Council on India‟s Nutrition Challenges under POSHAN Abhiyaan held in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Kolkatta
C. New Delhi
D. Patna
Answer: C
Explanation: Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India has organized the 2nd meeting of National Council on India‘s Nutrition Challenges under POSHAN Abhiyaan on 24th July 2018 in New Dehli.
It was organised under the Chairmanship of Vice Chairman, NITI Aayog. Shri Ram Vilas Paswan, Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, Smt Maneka Sanjay Gandhi, Minister of Women and Child Development, Dr.Virendra Kumar, Minister of State for Women and Child Development, Dr.Vinod Kumar Paul, Member, Health & Nutrition, NITI Aayog participated in the meeting. Dr. V. Saroja, Minister of Social Welfare, Government of Tamil Nadu and Smt. Anita Bhadel, State WCD Ministers of State of Rajasthan also participated.
Secretaries/representatives of the line Departments and Secretaries/ representatives of State Government and DCs/DMs of 10 districts of India also participated.
POSHAN Abhiyaan aims to ensure service delivery and interventions by use of technology, behavioural change through convergence and lays-down specific targets to be achieved across different monitoring parameters over the next few years.
Q217. The Global Disability Summit held in which country?
A. Canada
B. United States
C. Australia
D. United Kingdom
Answer: D
Explanation: Thaawarchand Gehlot, Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment attended the Global Disability Summit held in London on 24th July 2018.
The motto of the Conference was to firm up the commitments of the country leaders towards the cause of persons with disabilities.
The Global leaders expressed their commitments towards elimination stigma and discrimination, promoting inclusive education, economic empowerment, technology and innovation in assistive devices, data desegregation etc.
Besides India, global leaders from more than 40 countries attended the summit and have committed themselves to work in the direction of economic empowerment of persons with disabilities.
Indian delegation included Ms. Shakuntala Doley Gamlin, Secretary, Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
Q218. 10th BRICS Summit 2018 held In which country?
A. Brazil
B. Russia
C. India
D. South Africa
Answer: D
Explanation: The 10th edition of BRICS Summit held in Johannesburg, South Africa. PM Modi has arrived in South Africa to participate in the BRICS Summit.
The theme of the summit this year was 'BRICS in Africa: collaboration for inclusive growth and shared prosperity in the 4th Industrial Revolution'
Leaders of the BRICS emerging economies -- Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa gathered in Johannesburg for a three-day meeting.
The issues before the 10th BRICS Summit broadly include: multilateralism, global governance, health and vaccines, socio-economic empowerment of women, peacekeeping, network of science, parks and technology, inclusive growth, sustainable development, infrastructure.
Q219. India and _____ country signed four MoUs in various fields.
A. Uganda
B. Burundi
C. Kenya
D. Rwanda
Answer: A
Explanation: India and Uganda signed four MoUs in the areas of defence cooperation, visa exemption for official and diplomatic passport holders, cultural exchange programme and material testing laboratory.
The agreements were inked following delegation-level talks between Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni in Kampala.
List of MoU are:
1. MoU on Defence Cooperation
2. MoU on Visa exemption for Diplomatic and official passport holders.
3. MoU on Cultural Exchange Programme.
4. MoU on Material Testing Laboratory.
Q220. Which state launched the ambitious „Green Mahanadi Mission‟
A. Odisha
B. Chhattisgarh
C. Jharkhand
D. West Bengal
Answer: A
Explanation: Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik launched the ambitious ‗Green Mahanadi Mission‘ aimed at protecting the natural flow of Mahanadi River, the lifeline of Odisha.
The campaign was launched from Boudh and Subarnapur districts where massive plantation drives will be carried alongside the Mahanadi River.
Q221. Odisha Chief Minister has set up a ministerial committee to prepare a draft policy for the development of Odia film industry. The committee is headed by ______
A. S B Behera.
B. Prafulla Samal
C. Anant Das
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik has set up a ministerial committee to prepare a draft policy for the development of Odia film industry.
The committee is headed by Finance Minister S B Behera. The committee will have Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Minister Prafulla Samal and Industries Minister Ananta Das as members.
The committee will also examine different problems being faced by the Odia cinema industry and recommend measures for the renovation of the Kalinga Studio, located on the outskirts of Bhubaneswar.
The committee has been asked to submit its report to the government within one month suggesting steps to be taken for the purpose.
Q222. Which state unveiled the „Tribal Atlas ‟, a compilation of demographic and cultural information of the tribal population in the state.
A. Andhra Pradesh
B. Telangana
C. Odisha
D. Chhattisgarh
Answer: C
Explanation: Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik unveiled the ‗Tribal Atlas of Odisha‘, a compilation of demographic and cultural information of the tribal population in the state.
The state government claimed that the compilation is the first-of-its-kind in the country.
As per Census 2011, Odisha has the second highest tribal population in the country after Madhya Pradesh.
The state‘s tribal population is primarily found in Malkangiri, Mayurbhanj, Rayagada, Nabarangpur, Kandhamal, Koraput, Keonjhar and Gajapati districts.
Q223. NITI Aayog signed SoI with ______for Collaborating in Aspirational Districts.
A. Zydus Cadila Healthcare
B. Cipla
C. Sun Pharmaceutical
D. Lupin Foundation
Answer: D
Explanation: A Statement of Intent (SoI) was signed today between NITI Aayog and Lupin Foundation to collaborate in Aspirational Districts Programme.
The SoI was signed by Shri Yaduvendra Mathur, Additional Secretary, NITI Aayog and Sita Ram Gupta, Executive Director, Lupin Foundation.
For this programme, the NITI Aayog and Lupin Foundation are collaborating to improve indicators in education, health & nutrition, financial inclusion and skill development, agriculture and water resources and basic infrastructure in Aspirational Districts of India.
About Aspirational District Programme:
It is Launched by the Hon‘ble PM in January this year, the ‗Transformation of Aspirational Districts‘ programme aims to quickly and effectively transform some of the most underdeveloped districts of the country.
Q224. NABARD has launched the first-ever Centre for Climate Change (CCC) in which city?
A. Lucknow
B. Hyderabad
C. Patna
D. New Delhi
Answer: A
Explanation: The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has launched the Centre for Climate Change (CCC) in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh.It would help Nabard in enhancing its capacity building efforts manifold.
Q225. How many India-origin, have been named by Fortune among 40 of the most influential and inspiring young people in business under the age of 40.
A. 5
B. 4
C. 6
D. 7
Answer: B
Explanation: 4 persons of India-origin, including three women, have been named by Fortune among 40 of the most influential and inspiring young people in business under the age of 40.
Chief Finance Officer of the US' largest automaker, General Motors Dhivya Suryadevara comes in at the 4th spot, followed by Vimeo CEO Anjali Sud (14), Cofounder and Co-CEO of Robinhood Baiju Bhatt (24) and Female Founders Fund founding partner Anu Duggal (32).
Instagram Cofounder and CEO Kevin Systrom and Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg, both 34, are tied for first place on the Fortune '40 Under 40' list.
The Ledger '40 Under 40' supplementary honour roll list shines a light on the pioneers building some of the world's fastest-growing businesses.
Q226. Which state Acid attack victims included under disability, eligible to get all benefits as per Disabilities Act 2016?
A. Telangana
B. Punjab
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Uttarakhand
Answer: C
Explanation: Madhya Pradesh, acid attack victims have been included under disability and they will be eligible to get all benefits of various schemes of the government as per Disabilities Act 2016.
Under this scheme vision impaired, hearing impaired, students with bone deformities and mentally retarded students with minimum 50% marks in Class ninth and those who have been admitted in Class tenth will be benefitted.
The state government will also give 50% discount to the disabled persons for travelling on buses. State Government has issued notification for this and action will be taken against the bus operator who does not follow the order.
Q227. Which city is going to host the 3rd edition of Kabira festival?
A. Varanasi
B. Allahabad
C. Rishikesh
D. Lucknow
Answer: A
Explanation: The 3rd edition of Kabira festival, that celebrates the spirit of 15th-century mystic poet Kabir, will begin on November 16 in Varanasi.
The annual festival conceived by the Mahindra group and Teamwork Arts. It will feature a two-day programme of music, literature, talks and city explorations.
Q228. India ranked ___ in 2018 AT Kearney FDI Confidence Index.
A. 10
B. 11
C. 9
D. 8
Answer: B
Explanation: India in 2018 has fallen out of the top 10 destinations for FDI in terms of its attractiveness, according to an AT Kearney report. Noe India ranked 11 in the 2018 AT Kearney FDI Confidence Index.
Earlier India ranked 8 in 2017 and 9 in 2016. The report highlighted several of the reforms — such as removing the Foreign Investment Promotion Board and liberalising FDI limits in key sectors — that have maintained India‘s high rankings in terms of FDI attractiveness.
Q229. Who is the author of book titled "Gandhi: The years that changed the world (1914- 1948)".
A. Ramachandra Guha
B. Kumar Balikai
C. Harpal Gupta
D. Sanjeeb Sojoy
Answer: A
Explanation: Renowned historian and author of several bestselling books Ramachandra Guha, has penned a new book on the father of the nation book is titled "Gandhi: The years that changed the world (1914-1948)".
The upcoming book is titled "Gandhi: The years that changed the world (1914-1948)" and will be published by Penguin Random House India.
The book will be relevant, particularly in the context of religious tensions and communal disharmony engulfing the country in contemporary times.
At the same time, the 60-year-old historian is known for his profound research and objective portrayal of his subjects, and readers can look forward to drawing lessons from Gandhi's life in current times.
Q230. Oxigen announces a strategic partnership with _____ Small Finance Bank.
A. Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
B. Equitas Small Finance Bank
C. ESAF Small Finance Bank
D. Fincare Small Finance Bank
Answer: D
Explanation: Oxigen and Fincare Small Finance Bank signed an agreement to roll out the Branchless Banking services, using Oxigen's flagship Point of Sale device called the Oxigen Micro ATM Super PoS.
It was signed in an event graced by Brand Ambassador Grand Master Viswanathan Anand, Fincare Small Finance Bank celebrated its first anniversary and announced its entry into Mumbai.
Through Oxigen, Fincare Small Finance Bank will also offer bill pay services to its customers through internet and mobile banking, in addition to expanding to other payments services such as POS network, micro-ATMs, pre-paid cards, Bharat Bill Payment System (BBPS), UPI and Bharat QR and Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS).
Oxigen has a retail network of 1, 00,000 outlets, with 35000 of them, who are currently already conducting the branchless banking business.
Q231. Swapan Sarkar who passed away recently was ______
A. Journalist
B. Music Director
C. Sports Person
D. Poltician
Answer: A
Explanation: Veteran sports journalist Swapan Sarkar passed away due to diabetic complications. He was 67.
Sarkar worked for a number of dailies and was also the Delhi sports correspondent of Ananda Bazaar Patrika (ABP) from mid 1990's.
He had earlier worked for Kolkata's English daily Amrita Bazar Patrika and Northern India Patrika.
Q232. Kargil Vijay Diwas is observed on
A. 25 July
B. 26 July
C. 27 July
D. 28 July
Answer: B
Explanation: Kargil Vijay Diwas, named after the success of Operation Vijay. On this day, 26 July 1999, India successfully took command of the high outposts which had been lost to Pakistani intruders.
The Kargil war was fought for more than 60 days, ended on 26 July and resulted in the loss of life on both the sides.
Kargil Diwas 2018 Raksha Mantri Smt Nirmala Sitharaman along with three Service Chiefs paid their homage to the courage, valour, and sacrifices of the heroes of Operation Vijay at Amar JawanJyoti.
Q233. 6th India-UK Science & Innovation Council (SIC) Meeting held in
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. London
D. Manchester
Answer: A
Explanation: The 6th India-UK Science & Innovation Council (SIC) meeting held in New Delhi. They discussed a range of issues on S&T cooperation between the two countries.
Dr. Harsh Vardhan, Minister of Science & Technology, Earth Sciences & Environment, Forests and Climate Change, India and Mr. Sam Gyimah, Minister for Universities, Science, Research and Innovation, UK led the Indian and UK delegations respectively.
Q234. A National Conference of Vice Chancellors & Directors of Higher Education Institutions of India held in which city?
A. Patna
B. New Delhi
C. Pune
D. Vishakapatnam
Answer: B
Explanation: The Ministry of Human Resource Development organized a National Conference of Vice Chancellors & Directors of Higher Education Institutions of India in New Delhi.
Union Minister of Human Resource Development Shri Prakash Javadekar chaired the conference and Minister of State for HRD, Higher Education Dr Satya Pal Singh also graced the occasion.
The three- day Conference started on 26th July and will culminate on 28th July 2018.
All Vice Chancellors of Central Universities, State Public Universities, Deemed to be Universities, State Private Universities, Directors of Central Institutes, such as IITs, IISc., IIMs, IISERs, IIITs, NITs and other central institutions participated in the Conference.
Q235. 18th Unicef International Children's Film Festival held in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Kolkatta
C. Mumbai
D. Bhubneswar
Answer: B
Explanation: West Bengal Governor K N Tripathi inaugurated the 18th UNICEF International Children's Film Festival in Kolkatta, West Bengal. The 36 films from 17 countries would be screened.
The festival was being organised by Cine Central, one of the oldest cine clubs of the country in collaboration with the UNICEF.
The inaugural film is Moana from the USA. Other films to be screened in the festival include Doctor Funes Formula (Mexico), White Bridge (Iran), The Monkey King - Uproar in Heaven (China), The Magicians (Netherlands), The Shamer's Daughter (Denmark), Giraffada (France), We are the Best (Sweden).
Q236. Which state government has constituted an inter-district council to identify the developmental priorities of the state.
A. Punjab
B. Haryana
C. Odisha
D. West Bengal
Answer: B
Explanation: The Haryana government has constituted an inter-district council, under the chairmanship of Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, to identify the developmental priorities of the state.
The inter-district council will prepare district specific action plans, assessment of development needs, and delegate powers to panchayati raj institutions and urban local bodies.
The finance minister, development and panchayat minister, urban local bodies minister, presidents of zilla parishads, mayors of municipal corporations and presidents of municipal councils or committees at district headquarters would be permanent members of the council.
Q237. _____ displaced Wipro as India‟s third largest IT firm.
A. Cognizant
B. Tech Mahindra
C. HCL Technologies
D. None of these
Answer: C
Explanation: HCL Technologies Ltd surpassed Wipro Ltd to become India‘s third biggest software services provider in the three months.
Q238. The world's oldest (117 year old) person Chiyo Miyako has passed away. She belongs to which country?
A. China
B. Japan
C. Malaysia
D. Sri Lanka
Answer: B
Explanation: The world's oldest person Chiyo Miyako Japanese woman has died. She was 117 year old.
Miyako was born on May 2, 1901. She became the world's oldest person in April after Nabi Tajima from Kikai island in southern Japan died at the age of 117.
Q239. Cherkalam Abdullah has passed away recently. He belongs to which field?
A. Politics
B. Films
C. Journalism
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Indian Union Muslim League's strongman in Kasargod, former minister and four- time MLA of Manjeshwaram Cherkalam Abdullah has died. He was 76.
Abdullah, known to people as Cherakalam, his hometown, was born to Barikad Muhammed Haji and Asyamma on September 15, 1942, at Cherkalam.
Cherkalam was the first member of the Kasargod district council. He was the joint secretary of the IUML in the undivided Kannur district from 1972 to 1984.
In 1984, when Kasargod district was formed, he was made the district general secretary of the party.
In 2002, he was made the party's district president and went on to hold the post till this year. He recused himself because of health reasons, but the state leadership made him the party's state treasurer in February.
He also served as the state president of Swatantra Thozhilali Union, the trade union of the IUML.
Q240. How many Indians are among 2018 Ramon Magsaysay Award winners list?
A. 4
B. 3
C. 2
D. 5
Answer: C
Explanation: Two Indians Bharat Vaswani and Sonam Wangchuk were declared the winners of 2018 Ramon Magsaysay Award.
They are among six individuals who were declared winners of the award, regarded as the Asian version of the Nobel Prize.
Vaswani was recognised for "his tremendous courage and healing compassion in embracing India's mentally-afflicted destitute, and his steadfast and magnanimous dedication to the work of restoring and affirming the human dignity of even the most ostracized.
Wangchuk was recognised for "his uniquely systematic, collaborative and community-driven reform of learning systems in remote northern India, thus improving the life opportunities of Ladakhi youth, and his constructive engagement of all sectors in local society to harness science and culture creatively for economic progress, thus setting an example for minority peoples in the world.
Ramon Magsaysay Award was Established in 1957. It is the Ramon Magsaysay Award is Asia's highest honour.
Q241. ______to become the next Prime Minister of Pakistan
A. Imran Khan
B. Shahbaz Sharif
C. Bilawal Bhutto
D. Nawaz Sharif
Answer: A
Explanation: Former cricketer Imran Ahmad Khan Niazi has won Pakistan election 2018. He is the current chairman of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI). Imran Khan now will become Prime Minister of Pakistan.
He defeated Shahbaz Sharif. Shahbaz Sharif belongs to Pakistan Muslim League (Nawaz).
He was a member of the National Assembly of Pakistan from 2013 to 2018, a seat he won in 2013 general elections.
Prior to entering politics, Khan was a cricketer and philanthropist. He played international cricket for two decades and later developed philanthropy projects such as Shaukat Khanum Memorial Cancer Hospital & Research Centre and Namal College.
Q242. _____ was presented with the International Cricket of the Year for 2017 and 2018 by England's Barmy Army.
A. M S Dhoni
B. Virat Kohli
C. Shikar Dhawan
D. None of these
Answer: B
Explanation: Virat Kohli was presented with the International Cricket of the Year for 2017 and 2018 by England's Barmy Army after the conclusion of the first day of India's tour match against Essex, Chelmsford, England.
Q243. Invest India and ____ Ministry signed MoU for technological cooperation.
A. Saudi Arabia
B. UAE
C. Iran
D. Kuwait
Answer: B
Explanation: Invest India and the UAE Minister for Artificial Intelligence (AI) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for India - UAE Artificial Intelligence Bridge in New Delhi.
This partnership will generate an estimated USD 20 billion in economic benefits during the next decade for both countries.
The MoU will spur development across areas like Blockchain, AI and Analytics as data and processing will be a catalyst for innovation and business growth and serve as the backbone of more effective and efficient service delivery systems. By 2035 AI can potentially add USD 957 billion to the Indian economy.
Q244. World Hepatitis Day is observed on
A. 26 July
B. 27 July
C. 28 July
D. 29 July
Answer: C
Explanation: World Hepatitis Day is observed on July 28 every year.
It aims to raise global awareness of hepatitis — a group of infectious diseases known as Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E — and encourage prevention, diagnosis and treatment.
2018 Theme: Test. Treat. Hepatitis
Q245. Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare has launched the „National Viral Hepatitis Control Program‟, with the goal of ending viral hepatitis as a public health threat by ____ year in the country.
A. 2020
B. 2025
C. 2030
D. 2035
Answer: C
Explanation: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare as he launched the National Viral Hepatitis Control Program to mark the World Hepatitis Day, 2018.
MoHFW has launched the ‗National Viral Hepatitis Control Program‘, with the goal of ending viral hepatitis as a public health threat by 2030 in the country.
The aim of the initiative is to reduce morbidity and mortality due to viral hepatitis.
Q246. Dharmendra Pradhan laid the Foundation stone for permanent campus for National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) for Women in which state?
A. Haryana
B. Punjab
C. Bihar
D. West Bengal
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development &Entrepreneurship Shri Dharmendra Pradhan laid the foundation stone for permanent campus of National Skill Training Institute (NSTI) for Women at Mohali, Punjab.
This is the first NSTI Institute for Punjab and only one of its kind in India which is exclusively for women.
The Minister also launched a unique Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) which would admit differently abled persons as well, also a first of its kind in India at Mohali. The Institute is presently operating out of temporary campus at Rajpura.
Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister for Petroleum & Natural Gas and Skill Development &Entrepreneurship launched India‘s first in-phone guide and mobile application ―Go whats That‖ in Chandigarh.
Q247. Which state government launched 'Sanchar Kranti Yojna', under which free smartphones will be distributed to 50 lakh people in the state.
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Maharashtra
Answer: C
Explanation: President Ram Nath Kovind today launched the Chhattisgarh government's 'Sanchar Kranti Yojna' at Jagdalpur, under which free smartphones will be distributed to 50 lakh people in the state.
The scheme will ensure that the ongoing developmental activities attain new heights in the region and the state.
The scheme would benefit 45 lakh women belonging to poor families and five lakh college students.
Q248. Which country's women's compound archery team ranked no.1 in the world rankings for the first time in history?
A. Colombia
B. India
C. Chinese Taipei
D. United States of America
Answer: B
Explanation: The Indian women's compound archery team ranked no.1 in the world rankings for the first time in history, according to the latest rankings, just ahead of the Asian Games.
Asian Games are set to be held from August 18 to September 2 in the twin cities of Jakarta and Palembang in Indonesia.
Q249. Which state government launched the 'Urban Sanitation and Cleanliness Policy' for better management of solid and liquid waste in cities?
A. Punjab
B. Maharashtra
C. Gujarat
D. Odisha
Answer: C
Explanation: The Gujarat government launched the 'Urban Sanitation and Cleanliness Policy' for better management of solid and liquid waste in cities.
The policy aims at the complete abolition of manual scavenging. The policy also puts a thrust on recycling of drainage water, Rupani said, adding that it is line with the National Urban Sanitation Policy.
Q250. ______has bagged the Senior Fellowship Award for 2016-17 instituted by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training Centre.
A. Mohammed Ayazuddin Patel
B. Rituraj Singh Kumar
C. Gurmeet Nain Singh
D. Noneof these
Answer: A
Explanation: Mohammed Ayazuddin Patel, a Kalaburagi-based artist, has bagged the Senior Fellowship Award for 2016-17 instituted by the Centre for Cultural Resources and Training Centre.
It is an autonomous organisation under the Union Ministry of Culture.
The fellowship carries a cash of ₹4.8 lakh, is offered to those eligible to work on a particular subject in the field of art and culture for two years.
Mr. Patel is selected to work on Deccan Heritage with a special reference to Bahmani Sultanate through his digital painting. He is the only artist from Karnataka selected for the fellowship for the year.
He is also the recipient of National Lalitkala Academy award in 2014. As a freelance artist, he is currently serving as member of the Karnataka Lalithakala Academy.
Q251. ______film "Xhoihobote Dhemalite" ("Rainbow Fields") bagged three top awards at the 3rd Love International Film Festival, in Los Angeles, United States.
A. Assamese
B. Badaga
C. Bengali
D. Konkani
Answer: A
Explanation: Assamese film "Xhoihobote Dhemalite" ("Rainbow Fields") today bagged three top awards at the 3rd Love International Film Festival, in Los Angeles, United States.
Besides the best film, it also won the awards for best actress (Dipannita Sharma) and best music (Anurag Saikia) at the festival, where more than 150 films from 36 countries participated.
The film is directed by Bidyut Kotoky. The film deals with the sensitive issue of children of Assam growing up in violent times and witnessing brutality around them.
Q252. International Tiger Day is observed on
A. 27 July
B. 28 July
C. 29 July
D. 30 July
Answer: C
Explanation: International Tiger Day is observed on 29th July. It is an annual celebration to raise awareness for tiger conservation.
The goal of the day is to promote a global system for protecting the natural habitats of tigers and to raise public awareness and support for tiger conservation issues.
Q253. Which state to implement Pranam Scheme to ensure that govt staff take care of their parents & physically challenged siblings?
A. Assam
B. West Bengal
C. Jharkhand
D. Bihar
Answer: A
Explanation: Assam government has decided to implement a scheme to part away with 10 to 15% of state government employees' monthly salary if they are found guilty of not taking adequate care of their dependent elderly parents and physically challenged siblings.
Q254. ______was conferred with the Odisha's highest literary award Atibadi Jagannath Das Samman for 2018.
A. Ramakanta Rath
B. Sandeep Barekar
C. Puneet Srinivas
D. Pankaj Yadav
Answer: A
Explanation: Eminent poet Ramakanta Rath was conferred with the state's highest literary award Atibadi Jagannath Das Samman for 2018.
Culture and Tourism Minister Ashok Chandra Panda conferred the award to Rath at a special function organised by Odisha Sahitya Akademi. The award carries a citation and cash prize of Rs one lakh.
Rath, a Padma Bhusan awaredee, was earlier conferred with the Sahitya Akademi Award in 1977, Saraswathi Samman in 1992, Bishuva Samman in 1990 and some others.
Q255. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 81 investment projects worth over Rs 60,000 crore for which state?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Jharkhand
D. Telangana
Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched 81 investment projects worth over Rs 60,000 crore for Uttar Pradesh.
The projects are expected to give a big boost to industrialisation in the state. These projects have the potentials of creating over two lakh new jobs.
Q256. The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) announced the appointment of ______as Chief Executive Officer for HSBC India.
A. Jayant Rikhye
B. Surendra Rosha
C. Sujith Singh
D. Chetan Krishna
Answer: B
Explanation: The Hongkong and Shanghai Banking Corporation announced the appointment of Surendra Rosha as Chief Executive Officer for HSBC India.
Rosha, currently HSBC's Head of Financial Institutions Group (FIG) for Asia-Pacific, will succeed Jayant Rikhye, who is taking a leave of absence for medical reasons.
Rosha joined HSBC's Indian operations in 1991. He has experience in global banking and markets including in sales, treasury and capital markets in India during 1991, 2005.
He holds a bachelor's degree in commerce from Bombay University and a Master's Degree in Business from the Indian Institute of Management, Ahmedabad.
Q257. Government constitutes High Level Empowered Committee headed by ______to address the issues of Stressed Thermal Power Projects.
A. Rajnath Singh
B. Piyush Goyal
C. Pradeep Kumar Sinha
D. Jitender Kumar
Answer: C
Explanation: The Government has decided to set up a High-Level Empowered Committee headed by Cabinet Secretary with representatives from the Ministry of Railways, Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Power, Ministry of Coal and the lenders having major exposure to the power sector.
The Committee would look into the various issues with a view to resolve them and maximise the efficiency of investment including changes required to be made in the fuel allocation policy, regulatory framework, mechanisms to facilitate sale of power, ensure timely payments, payment security mechanism, changes required in the provisioning norms/Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), Asset Restructuring Company (ARC) Regulations and any other measures proposed for revival of stressed assets so as to avoid such investments becoming NPA.
Q258. Mohun Bagan 'Ratna', the highest honour of the century-old club conferred on ______at its foundation day programme.
A. Pradip Chowdhury
B. Sudip Chatterjee
C. Shilton Paul
D. Sourav Das
Answer: A
Explanation: Mohun Bagan 'Ratna', the highest honour of the century-old club conferred on former India international Pradip Chowdhury at its foundation day programme.
Chowdhury is the 18th recipient of the award first given to Sailen Manna in 2001.
Goalkeeper Shilton Paul awarded the Best Footballer for the year 2017-18.
Other awardees are: i. Sudip Chatterjee (Best Cricketer), ii. Sourav Das (Best Youth Footballer Player) and iii. A special award to Rahim Ali for his performance in the U-17 World Cup.
Q259. 2-day Unified Commanders' Conference 2018 being held in
A. Mumbai
B. Hyderabad
C. New Delhi
D. Pune
Answer: C
Explanation: The two-day Unified Commanders' Conference (UCC) for the year 2018 begins in New Delhi.
The Annual Conference provides a platform for discussions at the Apex Level on all 'Joint Issues' amongst the three Services and Ministry of Defence and enables stock-taking of the previous year and planning the way ahead for the next year.
The Conference being conducted under the tutelage of Headquarters Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) and attended by Defence Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, State Defence Minister, National
Security Advisor, the Chiefs of Army, Navy and Air Force and other Senior Military and Civil Officials of the Ministry of Defence and Tri-Service Organisations/Institutions.
Q260. World Day against Trafficking in Persons is observed on
A. 27 July
B. 28 July
C. 29 July
D. 30 July
Answer: D
Explanation: World Day against Trafficking in Persons is observed on 30th July.
In 2013, the General Assembly held a high-level meeting to appraise the Global Plan of Action. The Member States also adopted resolution A/RES/68/192 and designated July 30 as the World Day against Trafficking in Persons.
This resolution declared that such a day was necessary to ―raise awareness of the situation of victims of human trafficking and for the promotion and protection of their rights.‖
This year, the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) has chosen ‗responding to the trafficking of children and young people‘ as the focus of the World Day.
Q261. ______has been bestowed with INFRA Icon Award in the 'Global Energy' category at the mid-day 'INFRA Icons'.
A. Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
B. Indian Oil Corporation (IOC)
C. GAIL
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC) has been bestowed with INFRA Icon Award in the 'Global Energy' category at the mid-day 'INFRA Icons'.
The award was presented by Additional Metropolitan Commissioner, Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority (MMRDA), Pravin Darare. It was received by Executive Director-Head Regional Office, ONGC Mumbai, S. Gopinath.
The theme of the event: 'Smart cities envisages to take infrastructure development to a next level'.
The event was attended by dignitaries and industry veterans from key infrastructure sectors such as construction, ports, power, oil and gas, steel, civil aviation, road transport and many more along with other stakeholders in the ecosystem such as policymakers, financial institutions, industry regulatory bodies amongst others.
Q262. ______has lifted the 2018 men‟s singles Russian Open Badminton trophy?
A. Mithun Manjunath
B. Vladimir Malkov
C. Sourabh Verma
D. Koki Watanabe
Answer: C
Explanation: Ace Indian shuttler Sourabh Verma lifted the Russian Open Badminton trophy at Vladivostok.
In the title clash, Sourabh defeated Japan's Koki Watanabe, 18-21, 21-12, 21-17, and win his first title of the season.
Sourabh had won the Chinese Taipei Masters in 2016 and finished runners-up at Bitburger Open the same year.
Q263. Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation of India's first Mobile Open Exchange Zone (MOX) at ______
A. Noida
B. Hyderabad
C. New Delhi
D. Guru Gram
Answer: A
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation of India's first Mobile Open Exchange Zone (MOX) at World Trade Centre, Noida, Uttar Pradesh.
The Uttar Pradesh government had earlier this year signed a MoU with World Trade Center, Noida, to develop a 'tech zone' as a nucleus of the Mobile Open Exchange Zone (MOX).
Q264. Shripad Yesso Naik laid the foundation stone of the 2nd Phase of construction of NEIAH in
A. Shillong
B. Guwahati
C. Jorhat
D. Agartala
Answer: A
Explanation: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for AYUSH Shripad Yesso Naik laid the foundation stone of the 2nd Phase of Construction of North East Institute of Ayurveda & Homeopathy (NEIAH) at NEIAH Campus, Mawdiangdiang, Shillong on 29th July 2018.
The 2nd phase will cater some of the basic needs of students, doctors and employee of the institute.
The approximate estimated cost of the construction is Rs 40.80 crore for an area of 10481.53 sqm and will comprise of residential accommodation for students, doctors and staff and guest house.
Q265. Ramapada Chowdhury who passed away recently was _____
A. Writer
B. Music Composer
C. Director
D. Actor
Answer: A
Explanation: Acclaimed Bengali writer Ramapada Chowdhury, whose story ‗Abhimanyu‘ was made into a Hindi movie ‗Ek doctor ki maut‘, died. He was 95.
‗Abhimanyu‘ was based on the life and work of Dr Subhas Mukhopadhyay who created India‘s first and the world‘s second test-tube baby in 1978. Director Tapan Sinha turned the story into an award winning Hindi film ‗Ek doctor ki maut‘ in 1990. Mrinal Sen‘s Hindi film ‗Ek din achanak‘ (1989) was also based on Chowdhury‘s story ‗Beej‘.
Chowdhury had penned famous literary works such as ‗Pratham Prahar‘ (1954), ‗Banpalashir padabali‘ (1960), ‗Ekhoni‘ (1969), ‗Kharij‘, ‗Bari badle jay‘ (1988), ‗Abhimanyu‘ (1982). He was conferred the Sahitya Academy award for ‗Bari badle jay‘ in 1988.
Q266. ______has been chosen for 2018 Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award for promoting communal harmony and peace.
A. Gopalkrishna Gandhi
B. Shubha Mudgal
C. Muzaffar Ali
D. Teesta Setalvad
Answer: A
Explanation: Former West Bengal Governor Gopalkrishna Gandhi has been chosen for 2018 Rajiv Gandhi Sadbhavana Award for promoting communal harmony and peace.
The award carries a citation and a cash award of ₹10 lakh.
The award will be presented on August 20, the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi.
It was instituted to ―commemorate the lasting contribution made by him to promote peace, communal harmony and fight against violence.‖
Q267. Sankaramangalam who passed away recently was ______
A. Film Maker
B. Journalist
C. Poltician
D. None of these
Answer: A
Explanation: veteran filmmaker and former director of Film and Television Institute of India, John Sankaramangalam, passed away at a private hospital in Thiruvalla, Kerala. He was 84.
He is the recipient of national and state awards, Sankaramangalam, known for his experimental movies, had directed a handful of films and documentaries in his career.
Q268. Which state will soon have its first „cow sanctuary‟?
A. Punjab
B. Rajasthan
C. Telangana
D. Bihar
Answer: B
Explanation: Rajasthan will soon have its first ‗cow sanctuary‘. Rajasthan Government signed a MoU with a private trust Sohanlalji Buladeviji Ojha Gaushala Samiti.
It will be a shelter for 10,000 bovines spread over an area of more than 220 hectares in Bikaner district.
This will be the first cow sanctuary in Rajasthan and will be situated in Bikaner‘s Napasar. The objective is to dedicate the entire area for cows, much on the lines of a wildlife sanctuary.
Q269. ______has become country's the most valuable company by market capitalisation.
A. TCS
B. Infosys
C. Paytm
D. Reliance Industries
Answer: D
Explanation: Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries finally surpassed country's largest IT company TCS to become the most valuable company by market capitalisation.
Reliance rallied 3.14% to end at record closing high of Rs 1,185.85 and touched the market-cap of Rs 7.51 lakh crore, higher compared to TCS' Rs 7.43 lakh crore.
Q270. The 3rd BRICS Film Festival took place in which country?
A. India
B. South Africa
C. Russia
D. Bangladesh
Answer: B
Explanation: The 3rd BRICS Film Festival took place in Durban, South Africa, along with the International Durban Film Festival (DIFF) from 22-27th July, 2018.
The last day of the festival was celebrated as India Country Day, followed by
Awards and Closing Ceremony.
Awards won by Indian films in the 3rd BRICS Film Festival, Durban, South Africa
1. Best Actress: Bhanita Das, Village Rockstars
2. Best Film: Newton by Amit Masurkar
3. Special Jury Award: Village Rockstars by Rima Das
The festival screened four Indian Films in the following category
Films in Competition Section:
1. Newton by Amit Masurkar
2. Village Rock Stars by Rima Das
Films in Non-competition Section:
1. Sinjar by Sandeep Pampally
2. Bhanayakam by Jayaraj
The film festival is aimed at celebrating world-class film productions from the BRICS nations with the objective of inspiring more collaboration from these nations.
The Indian Delegation was headed by Shri Manoj Kumar Pingua, Joint Secretary (EW), Ministry of Information and Broadcasting & MD, NFDC and Shri Raja Chhinal, Deputy General Manager (East), NFDC
Q271. ____ has been conferred D Litt (Honoris Causa) by Kazi Nazrul University in West Bengal
A. Rekha
B. Rishi Kapoor
C. Sharmila Tagore
D. Anil Kapoor
Answer: C
Explanation: Bollywood actress Sharmila Tagore was today conferred D Litt (Honoris Causa) by West Bengal Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi at a special convocation of Kazi Nazrul University held at the Raj Bhawan, Kolkatta, West Bengal.
Tripathi, who is also the university Chancellor, also conferred D.Sc. (Honoris Causa) on renowned scientist at the Bhaba Atomic Research Centre, S M Yusuf at the same occasion.
Q272. India's first public sector hotel named 'Hostess' run entirely by women for women, will come up in which state?
A. Karnataka
B. Maharashtra
C. Kerala
D. Telangana
Answer: C
Q273. Which city hosted the men‟s team event of the World Junior Squash Championships 2018?
A. Chennai
B. Mumbai
C. Vishakapatnam
D. Hyderabad
Answer: A
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