BSST CA August

300 Best MCQs August Set 1 by Dr.
Gaurav Garg
IMPORTANT DAYS
● Muslim Women’s Rights Day in India - 1st August
● World Sanskrit Day 2020 - 03 August
● Hiroshima Day 2020 - 6 August
● World Breastfeeding Week 2020 - 1 to 7 August
✓ The theme of World Breastfeeding Week 2020 - “Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet”.
OBITUARIES
● Malayalam actor Anil Murali passed away.
● Folk musician and Padma Shri awardee Sonam Tshering Lepcha passed away.
● Former Taiwanese President Lee Teng-hui passed away.
● Rajya Sabha MP and former SP leader Amar Singh passes away.
● Celebrated Urdu Writer and Translator Nusrat Zaheer Passes Away.
● Uttar Pradesh cabinet minister Kamal Rani passed away.
● The Nobel Peace Prize winner and prominent Northern Ireland politician John Hume passed away.
● Former Maharashtra CM Shivajirao Patil Nilangekar passed away in Pune.
● The co-creator of the computer mouse, William English passed away.
Q) Who has been appointed as the Private Secretary to Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
A.Hardik Satishchandra Shah B.Navin Verma
C.Ajay Bhushan Pandey D.Suresh Chandra
Q) Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT), Pune has developed which medical bed isolation system to combat
Covid-19?
A.Samarth B.Karna
C.Aashray D.Suvidha
Q) Thudiyurulippara hill, which has been given the status of biodiversity heritage site, is located in which state?
A.Andhra Pradesh B.Odisha
C.Telangana D.Kerala
Q) Which digital wallet company has “mpay.me” UPI link service that allows users to send and receive money from any UPI
payment app?
A.HDFC PayZapp B.ICICI Pockets
C.Mobikwik D.Amazon Pay
Q) The first government-run inter-state chopper service was flagged off from which state?
A.Himachal Pradesh B.Assam
C.Sikkim D.Uttarakhand
Q) Who has been awarded with the Life Time Excellence National Award given by Ministry of Earth Sciences?
A.M. Ravichandran B.Ashok Sahni
C.S. S. Sarma D.Suresh Babu
Q) As per the National Education Policy 2020, 10+2 structure of school curricula is to be replaced by which curricular
structure?
A.5+3+3+4 B.6+2+3+4
C.5+2+2+4 D.3+4+2+6
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Highlights:
● GER (Gross enrolment ratio) in higher education to be raised to 50 % by 2035; 3.5 crore seats to be added in higher
education
● New Policy aims for Universalization of Education from pre-school to secondary level with 100 % GER in school
education by 2030.
● A new National Assessment Centre, PARAKH- Performance Assessment, Review, and Analysis of Knowledge for
Holistic Development, will be set up as a standard-setting body.
● Teaching up to at least Grade 5 to be in mother tongue/ regional language.
● Sanskrit to be offered at all school levels and higher education as option, including in three-language formula.
● MPhil courses to be discontinued under the new policy.
● All higher education institutions, except legal and medical colleges, will be governed by a single regulator.
● Public investment in the education sector to reach 6% of GDP at the earliest.
Q) Jin Liqun has been elected as the President of which International Financial Institution?
A.World Bank B.International Monetary Fund
C.Asian Development Bank D.Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Q) Who is the author of the book “Greenlights”?

A.Dustin Hoffman B.Matthew McConaughey
C.Johnny Depp D.Bradley Cooper
Q) Which state has taken up a new approach of Aerial Seeding to plant seeds across Aravalli hills?
A.Haryana B.Punjab
C.Uttar Pradesh D.Rajasthan
Q) What is the name of India’s first solar-powered ferry which has won the prestigious Gustave Trouve Award for
Excellence in Electric Boats and Boating?
A.Aditya B.Agni
C.Noor D.Nakul
Q) Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd has appointed whom as an additional and independent director for a term of five
years?
A.Urjit Patel B.D. Subbarao
C.Raghuram Rajan D.R Gandhi
Q) Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports has constituted a Selection Committee for National Sports Awards 2020 under whose
Chairmanship?
A.Raghunandan Swarup B.Mukundakam Sharma
C.Dipak Misra D.Madan Lokur
Q) Which state has launched the Agni-Shama Seva online portal for issuance of Fire Safety Certificates to different
categories of buildings through online mode?
A.Andhra Pradesh B.Kerala
C.Karnataka D.Odisha
Q) Which Division of Central Railway (CR) has designed a health assistant robot ‘Rakshak’ who can remotely communicate
between doctor and patient?
A.Nagpur B.Pune
C.Mumbai D.Bhusawal
Q) Hamed Bakayoko has been named as the Prime Minister of which country?
A.Chile B.Burkina Faso
C.Mali D.Ivory Coast
Q) The Ministry of Housing And Urban has additionally selected which two cities to develop them as smart cities?
A.Leh & Jammu B.Leh & Kargil
C.Kargil & Srinagar D.Gulmarg & Kargil
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Q) Which has become the first Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) to receive supplies from the Khadi & Village Industries
Commission?
A.Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) B.Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
C.Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) D.Border Security Force (BSF)
Q) Which state has launched a public awareness campaign called ‘Ek Mask-Anek Zindagi’?
A.Gujarat B.Uttar Pradesh
C.Madhya Pradesh D.Jharkhand
Q) Which Bank has announced the launch of a two-month long campaign called ‘Kona Kona Umeed’?
A.Axis Bank B.ICICI Bank
C.Kotak Mahindra Bank D.HDFC Bank
Q) Who has won the Prem Bhatia Award for political reporting for his work on issues related to the Covid-19 pandemic?
A.Barkha Dutt B.Dipankar Ghose
C.Nidhi Razdan D.Rohit Sardana
Q) Name the cricketer who has been made a member of the House of Lords of the British Parliament?
A.Michael Vaughan B.James Anderson
C.Ian Botham D.Kevin Pietersen
Q) Barakah nuclear power plant, which is in the news recently, is located in which country?
A.Saudi Arabia B.UAE
C.Israel D.Iran
Q) Samarth programme, which has supported over six lakh artisans, weavers and craftsmen across India, is started by which
company?
A.Amazon B.Tata CLiQ
C.Flipkart D.Tribes India
Q) Which country has recently completed its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System constellation?
A.Japan B.South Korea
C.North Korea D.China
Q)Which of the following ministries organizes the Smart India Hackathon?

A.Ministry of Human Resources Development B.Ministry of Science & Technology
C.Ministry of Earth Sciences D.Ministry of Defence
Q) Which country has decided to mint a coin to honour Mahatma Gandhi?

A.United States B.South Africa
C.France D.United Kingdom
Q) Road, Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated the upstream carriageway of Mahatma Gandhi
bridge built over which river in Bihar?
A.Ganga B.Koshi
C.Ghagra D.Bagmati
Q) Which bank will contribute 70 % of the total amount in the implementation of Maharashtra Agribusiness Network
(MagNet) project?
A.World Bank B.Asian Development Bank
C.New Development Bank D.Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Q) Which state has launched an innovative virtual cybercrime awareness programme named as ‘E-Raksha Bandhan’?
A.Andhra Pradesh B.Uttar Pradesh
C.Telangana D.Tamil Nadu
Q) Who is the author of the book “Siyasat Mein Sadasyata”?

A.Hriday Narayan Dikshit B.Vijay Kumar Choudhary
C.Hitendra Nath Goswami D.Lal Bahadur Das

Q) Mohamed Irfaan Ali has become the new President of which country?
A.Suriname B.Venezuela
C.Chad D.Guyana
■ Brigadier Mark Phillips was also sworn in as Prime Minister of Guyana.
Q) Which state celebrates Aadi Perukku Festival?

A.Kerala B.Andhra Pradesh
C.Tamil Nadu D.Odisha
Q) Which will be a single-window nodal agency for enabling and regulating space activities and the use of Isro facilities by
the private sector?
A.IN-SPACe B.Team Indus
C.Dhruva Space D.Kawa Space
Q) Bharat Air Fibre Services is an initiative of which telecom company?

A.Vodafone Idea B.Jio
C.Airtel D.BSNL
Q) The International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) has set up a panel under whose chairmanship to develop
international retail business at IFSC?
A.Prakash Subramanian B.Nitin Jaiswal
C.Sujit Prasad D.Pradip Shah
Q) Which IIT institution has been conferred the ‘Gandhian Young Technological Innovation Awards 2020’ for developing a
mechanism for generating electricity from wet clothes?
A.IIT Delhi B.IIT Kharagpur
C.IIT Madras D.IIT Roorkee
Q) Which IT company has started a coronavirus screening service 'Mhealthy‘?

A.Tech Mahindra B.Wipro
C.Infosys D.TCS
Q) Which Railway zone has started the first-ever Vyapar Mala Express train?
A.Central Railway B.Eastern Railway
C.Southern Railway D.Northern Railway
Q) India’s first Snow Leopard Conservation Centre will be opened in which city?
A.Dehradun B.Almora
C.Chamba D.Uttarkashi
Q) Which state has launched the iMASQ mobile covid-19 testing centers in containment zones?
C.Telangana D.Karnataka
Q) The South Western Railway has commissioned the Lachyan-Hotgi section of the bridge. The bridge is built on which river?
A.Kali B.Bhima
C.Godavari D.Mithi
Q) Who is going to be the next Managing Director And Chief Executive Officer of HDFC Bank?
A.Amitabh Chaudhry B.Sandeep Bakhshi
C.Sashidhar Jagdishan D.Dilip Shanghvi
Q) Ministry of defence has formulated a draft Defence Production and Export Promotion Policy 2020 (DPEPP 2020) in
which it aims at doubling the current domestic procurement to ₹1,40,000 crore by which year?
A.2024 B.2026
C.2025 D.2023

Q) Thenzawl Golf Course was recently inaugurated in which state?
A.Manipur B.Mizoram
C.Assam D.Nagaland
Q) Under the Indira Rasoi Yojana which will be started by the Rajasthan Government, the needy and poor will get healthy
and nutritious food at Rs ___________ per plate?
A.Rs 8 per plate B.Rs 10 per plate
C.Rs 5 per plate D.Rs 12 per plate
Q) The foundation stone of Indian Institute of Management Sirmaur, or IIM Sirmaur, has been laid down in which state by
the Union Education Minister?
A.Uttarakhand B.Rajasthan
C.Haryana D.Himachal Pradesh
Q) Who is the author of the book Vishesh: Code To Win?

A.Nirupama Yadav B.Anita Bhogle
C.Mallika Bajaj D.Kadambari Murali
Q) Who is the Chairman of the High Level Group (HLEG) on Agricultural Exports set up by the Fifteenth Finance
Commission?
A.Radha Singh B.Sanjay Sacheti
C.Jai Shroff D.Sanjiv Puri
Q) Businesses with turnover above Rs _______crore are mandated to submit E-invoicing?

A.Rs 500 crore B.Rs 100 crore
C.Rs 200 crore D.Rs 300 crore
Q) Which company has rolled out the next phase of its consumer marketing campaign in India – ‘More Together’?
A.Google B.Facebook
C.Amazon D.Flipkart
Q) What is the name of the Incubator Capabilities Enhancement Program launched by the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM)?
A.AIM-eCRAFT B.AIM-iSTAR
C.AIM-iCREST D.Aim-eSTEM
Q) Which company has announced a collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru to study 5G and
emerging technologies?
A.Samsung B.Microsoft
C.Motorola D.Nokia
Q) Who has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir?
A.Manoj Sinha B.Jagdish Mukhi
C.Draupadi Murmu D.Bhagat Singh Koshyari
Q) Union Territory of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu has launched which mobile app to provide online
education?
A.E- Shiksha Sakhi B.E-Gyan Mitra
C.E- Shikshak D.E- Pathshala
Q) Which sports organization has started the Voluntary Disclosure Scheme for players?
A.Sports Authority of India B.Badminton Association of India
C.BasketBall Federation of India D.Board of Control for Cricket in India
Q) Which Architecture Style will be followed in building Ayodhya's Ram Temple?

A.Dravidian architecture B.Nagara architecture
C.Kalinga architecture D.Champa architecture

Q) Which state has launched Shaheed Mahendra Karma Tendupatta Sangrahak Samajik Suraksha Yojana?
A.Chhattisgarh B.Madhya Pradesh
C.Jharkhand D.Odisha
Q) Which among the following has received a regulatory approval to set up the country's third power exchange platform
from CERC?
A.Tata Power B.NTPC Ltd
C.Coal India D.PTC India
Q) Which state has launched the country's only ICMR-approved mobile RT-PCR lab which is capable of conducting 9000
tests per month?
A.Maharashtra B.Andhra Pradesh
C.Karnataka D.Odisha
Q) On which date the Government of India revoked the special status to Jammu and Kashmir by modifying Article 370 of
the Constitution?
A.August 5, 2019 B.August 6, 2019
C.August 7, 2019 D.August 4, 2019
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300 Best MCQs August Set 2 by Dr. Gaurav Garg
IMPORTANT DAYS
● International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples: 9 August.
✓ The theme for 2020 is - “COVID-19 and indigenous peoples’ resilience”.
● World Biofuel Day celebrated on 10th August.
● International Youth Day : 12th August.
✓ The theme of International Youth Day 2020 - “Youth Engagement for Global Action”.
● World Organ Donation Day : 13 August.
OBITUARIES
● Ebrahim Alkazi, father of modern Indian theatre, passed away.
● Ram D Pradhan former chief secretary of Maharashtra and the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh passed away.
● The famous fiction writer and Pulitzer Prize-winner, Shirley Ann Grau passed away.
● Renowned TV actor, Sameer Sharma passed away.
● Noted Urdu poet Rahat Indori passed away.
● Former India and Mohun Bagan player Manitombi Singh passes away.
● Congress leader and spokesperson Rajiv Tyagi passed away.
Q) Which institution has won the first prize in the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2020?
A.Defence Institute of Advanced Technology B.Birla Institute of Technology
C.International Institute of Information Technology D.Homi Bhabha National Institute
Q) The country's first Kisan Special Parcel Train or Kisan Rail will transport material between Maharashtra's Devlali and
which station of Bihar?
A.Mansi railway station B.Danapur Railway station
C.Kishanganj railway station D.Buxar railway station
Q) India has extended Line of Credit worth 18 million US dollars to the Government of which country for the expansion of
fishing facilities?
A.Maldives B.Laos
C.Vietnam D.Cambodia
Q) Which state has launched a unique identity card — called Parivar Pehchan Patra (PPP)?
A.Punjab B.Gujarat
C.Haryana D.Chhattisgarh
Q) A new species of pygmy grasshopper, discovered after 116 years by a group of foreign researchers in Sri Lanka, has been
named after whom?
A.Dhaneesh Bhaskar B.Raman Sukumar
C.Aparajita Datta D.Priya Davidar
Q) Which state has launched a Works Management System portal to manage and monitor development works in all urban
local bodies in the state?
A.Punjab B.Gujarat
C.Haryana D.Madhya Pradesh
Q) Who has been appointed as the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India?
A.Shashi Kant Sharma B.Girish Chandra Murmu
C.Rajiv Mehrishi D.Vinod Rai
Q) The Supreme Court has made it mandatory for all municipal corporations and state pollution control boards to use which
App for tracking biomedical waste daily?
A.COVID19BWM App B.COVBIO APP
C.COVID19BIO App D.COVIDWASTE App

Q) Who is the author of the book “RAW: A History of India’s Covert Operations”?
A.Pratap Chatterjee B.Upendra Rai
C.Arun Shourie D.Yatish Yadav
Q) Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission (UPSC)?
A.Arvind Saxena B.Vinay Mittal
C.Pradeep Kumar Joshi D.Sanjay Kumar Singh
Q) Indian Railways has launched which app for real-time monitoring of trains?
A.OHE Inspection B.OHE Monitor
C.OHE Tracking D.OHE Riding
Q) WTF Sports has appointed whom as its global brand ambassadors?

A.Rohit Sharma and Mithali Raj B.Virat Kohli and Smriti Mandhana
C.Shikhar Dhawan and Shafali Verma D.Harmanpreet Kaur and Suresh Raina
Q) In a first two coastal villages of which state have been recognised as being “Tsunami Ready” by UNESCO?
A.Kerala B.Odisha
C.Karnataka D.Andhra Pradesh
Q) Under the ‘YSR Cheyutha’ scheme how much amount will be given to the eligible women beneficiaries?
A.Rs 75,000 B.Rs 50,000
C.Rs 25,000 D.Rs 45,000
Q) Which state has launched the ‘Mahila Evam Kishori Samman Yojana’?
A.Punjab B.Gujarat
Mukhya Mantri Doodh Uphar Yojana

✓ fortified flavoured skimmed milk powder would be provided to children between one and six years of age in
anganwadi centres and pregnant and lactating mothers under the integrated child development scheme.
Q) Which Malayalam Movie has won the Best film Award at 20th New York Indian Film Festival?
A.Kappela B.Moothon
C.Mariyam Vannu D.Kozhipporu
Q) Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar has launched a dedicated Doordarshan channel for
which state?
A.Assam B.Arunachal Pradesh
C.Sikkim D.Goa
Q) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has set up an expert committee under whose chairmanship for resolution of Covid-19
related stressed assets?
A.Romesh Sobti B.Aditya Puri
C.Rana Kapoor D.KV Kamath
Q) The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has given approval to which company for its Project Kuiper low
orbit satellite constellation?
A.Amazon B.Space X
C.Microsoft D.Google
Q) Who has been appointed as the Chairman and the Managing Director of Oriental Insurance Company Limited?
A.Manoj Jain B.S N Rajeswari
C.Deepak Parekh D.Shikha Sharma
Q) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) connecting which city and Port
Blair on 10 August?
A.Kochi B.Salem
C.Chennai D.Erode

Q) Which among the following has launched the ‘MSME Saksham’ portal, in association with TransUnion CIBIL?
A.RBI B.SEBI
C.SIDBI D.EXIM Bank
Q) Bengaluru startup Vernacular.ai in partnership with which bank will launch the AI-powered multilingual voice bot “AXAA”?
A.Axis Bank B.ICICI Bank
C.HDFC Bank D.Yes Bank
Q) The Reserve Bank of India has enhanced the limit for loans against gold from 75% to _________?
A.80% B.85%
C.95% D.90%
Q) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has inaugurated which interactive experience centre on the Swachh Bharat Mission?
A.Rashtriya Swachhata Kendra B.Rashtriya Safaai Kendra
C.Rashtriya Nirmal Kendra D.None of the above
Q) India will participate in Kavkaz 2020 multilateral military exercise in which country?
A.China B.Russia
C.Japan D.Singapore
Q) Who is the author of the book “Amazing Ayodhya”

A.Yatish Yadav B.Neena Rai
C.Mannu Bhandari D.Teji Grover
Q) Who is the author of the book Making Sense of Indian Democracy?

A.Manish Sisodia B.Rajendra Pal Gautam
C.Yogendra Yadav D.Satyendra Kumar Jain
Q) What is the Repo rate decided by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), in its second bi-monthly
monetary?
A.4.25% B.3.35%
C.4.75% D.4.0%
✓ Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate and the Bank rate remain unchanged at 4.25 per cent.
✓ Reverse Repo Rate stands unchanged at 3.35 per cent.
Q) National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) has tied up with which IIT to set up a Centre of
Excellence for Advance Data Management System for Highways?
A.IIT Kanpur B.IIT Delhi
C.IIT Madras D.IIT Hyderabad
Q) The government has constituted a committee under chose chairmanship for determination of ceiling rates under a scheme
for reimbursement of taxes and duties to exporters?
A.G K Pillai B.Ajay Bhushan Pandey
C.Suresh Chandra D.Vinod Rai
Q) Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the PNB Housing Finance Ltd?
A.Partha Pratim Sengupta B.Shyam Srinivasan
C.Naveen Tahilyani D.Hardayal Prasad
Q) Which country will host the ICC Men’s Twenty20 World Cup in 2021?
A.Australia B.South Africa
C.India D.England
Q) Which country has declared a state of environmental emergency after a Japanese shipwreck caused a massive fuel spill
into Indian Ocean?
A.Maldives B.Mauritius
C.Seychelles D.Sri Lanka

Q) The Export-Import bank of India has extended a Line of Credit of USD 250 million to which country?
A.Tanzania B.Malawi
C.Mozambique D.Zambia
Q) Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has acquired _______% of YES Bank via open market purchase?
A.3.23% B.5.46%
C.7.12% D.4.23%
Q) Indian Railways has developed a Malgudi museum at which of the following stations?
A.Delang railway station B.Sakhigopal railway station
C.Arasalu Railway Station D.Pantihal railway station
Q) Which of the following products of Goa has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
A.Khaje B.Harmal Chilli
C.Moira Banana D.All of the above
Q) Which company has launched a new file sharing feature Nearby Share for Android users?
A.Apple B.Facebook
C.Google D.Samsung
Q) Mahinda Rajapaksa took oath as the Prime Minister of Sri Lanka for _______th time?
A.Second B.Fourth
C.Third D.Fifth
Q) What is the name of the week long campaign launched for swachhata launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the
run up to Independence Day?
A.Gandagi Mukt Bharat B.Safai Ki Aur
C.Bharat Ke Safai Karmi D.Swachh Bharat
Q) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on August 6, 2020 has brought which sector under the purview of Priority Sector
Lending (PSL)?
A.Agriculture B.MSMEs
C.Education D.Startups
Q) Which state is planning to build India’s first electric vehicle park?

C.Tamil Nadu D.Gujarat
Q) Which among the following organization has released the Business Confidence Index (BCI)?
A.NITI Aayog B.SIDBI
C.NCAER D.CCI
Q) Which Indian pharmaceutical industry has partnered with GAVI and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, to produce
100 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines?
A.Panacea Biotec B.GlaxoSmithKline
C.Bharat Biotech D.Serum Institute of India
Q) Minister of Railways Piyush Goyal has dedicated a Railway Museum at which railway station of Karnataka through
video conferencing?
A.Hubballi B.Bidar
C.Chikmagalur D.Kalaburagi
Q) The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) wil open first of its kind training-cum-production centre of silk in
which state?
A.Sikkim B.West Bengal
C.Arunachal Pradesh D.Nagaland
Q) Which International Airport has developed a first-of-its-kind web portal named ‘AIR SUVIDHA’?
A.Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport B.Bengaluru International Airport
C.Hyderabad International Airport D.Delhi International Airport

Q) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has fixed the upper limit of a payment transaction in offline mode at Rs __________?
A.Rs 1000 B.Rs 200
C.Rs 500 D.Rs 100
Q) Walter Roger Martos Ruiz has become the new Prime Minister of which country?
A.Sweden B.Chile
C.Peru D.Mexico
Q) Alexander Lukashenko has won his sixth consecutive term as a President of which country?
A.Lithuania B.Latvia
C.Belarus D.Poland
Q) Name the Indian Umpire who has been included in ICC’s international panel of umpires recently?
A.Anil Chaudhary B.Surya Prakash Rao
C.KN Ananthapadmanabhan D.Sundaram Ravi
Q) Union Environment Minister Prakash Javadekar launched a National Portal on Human Elephant conflict called _____?
A.SAMVEDNA B.MANAVTA
C.MITRATA D.SURAKHSYA
Q) Who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Mauritania?

A.Mohamed Salem B.Sidi Mohamed
C.Mohamed Ould Bilal D.Mohamed Khouna Ould
Q) Which state has decided to open ‘Sanskriti Model Schools’ in the state to further improve the quality of education?
A.Punjab B.Haryana
C.Gujarat D.Madhya Pradesh
Q) The Cricket Association of which state has decided to name its Mullanpur International Cricket Stadium after late
Maharaja Yadavindra Singh?
A.Punjab B.Rajasthan
C.Uttar Pradesh D.Madhya Pradesh
Q) Which state has announced the launch of ''Indira Van Mitan Yojana'' to make forest-dwellers self-reliant?
A.Madhya Pradesh B.Chhattisgarh
C.Bihar D.Gujarat
Q) Who has been selected by the Public Enterprises Selection Board as the next Chairman of SAIL?
A.Shashi Shanker B.Shikha Sharma
C.Nalin Shinghal D.Soma Mondal
Q) India and which country have signed a contract for development of five eco-tourism zones in Addu atoll?
A.Indonesia B.Thailand
C.Maldives D.Singapore
Q) Volcano Mount Sinabung, which was recently erupted, is located in which country?
A.Vietnam B.Indonesia
C.Laos D.Cambodia
Q) Which has become the first city in India to have women symbols on traffic signals and signage?
A.Bengaluru B.Delhi
C.Mumbai D.Hyderabad
Q) Which state government has launched the Mukhya Mantri Kisan Sahay Yojana?
A.Madhya Pradesh B.Haryana C.Rajasthan D.Gujarat
Q) Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has launched ICAR’s data recovery centre in Hyderabad. What is the name
of this centre?
A.Krishak Shodh B.Krishi Megh C.Kisan Sampark D.Krishi Karya

Q) Which country has registered the world's first Covid-19 vaccine under the name 'Sputnik V’?
A.China B.Germany
C.Russia D.Japan
Q) Which has become the first Municipal Corporation of the country to provide forest land right certificates to people of
urban area?
A.Jagdalpur B.Bhopal
C.Mumbai D.Shivamogga
Q) Which ministry has launched the ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat Saptah’ (self-reliant India week)?
A.Ministry of Finance B.Ministry of Defence
C.Ministry of Education D.Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Q) Which Platform has launched its first Startup Accelerator Program named “Leap”?
A.Amazon B.Facebook
C.Google D.Flipkart
Q) Who has been appointed as executive Chairman of Capital India Finance?

A.R Gandhi B.Harsh Kumar Bhanwala
C.Ashok Gulati D.Nagendra Nath Sinha
Q) Which state will start the Orunodoi (Arunodoi) scheme for women empowerment?
A.Arunachal Pradesh B.Manipur
C.Nagaland D.Assam
Q) A Historic Peace Agreement has signed between Israel and which Arab Nation?
A.Saudi Arabia B.UAE
C.Oman D.Qatar
Q) What is the name of the fourth Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPV) of the Indian Coast Guard Ship that was recently launched?
A.Shaurya B.Shoor
C.Shaunak D.Sarthak
Q) Which country has successfully tested their advanced missile defence system, Arrow-2?
A.Iran B.Japan
C.Israel D.China
Q) Who is the author of the book Our Only Home: A Climate Appeal to the World?
A.Dalai Lama B.Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
C.Dandapani D.Acharya Prashant
Q) The Union government has constituted a National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration under whose chairmanship?
A.Randeep Guleria B.VK Paul
C.Vijaya Srivastava D.Ramesh Bidhuri
Q) Swachh Bharat Mission Academy has been inaugurated in which city?

A.Pune B.Hyderabad
C.Delhi D.Bhopal
Q) The Supreme Court has ruled that daughters have coparcenary rights on father’s property by referring to which Act?
A.Hindu Succession (amendment) Act 2015 B.Hindu Succession (amendment) Act 2005
C.Hindu Succession (amendment) Act 2014 D.Hindu Succession (amendment) Act 2002
Q) Which e-commerce platform has rolled out its seller driven campaign ‘Itna Aasan Hai’?
A.Flipkart B.Myntra
C.Nykaa D.Amazon

IMPORTANT DAYS
● Patriots’ day is observed annually on August 13 in Manipur..
● On August 14, 2020, the 74th Naga Independence Day was celebrated in the states of Nagaland and Manipur.
● World Humanitarian Day - 19 August.
● Sadbhavana Diwas or Harmony Day – 20 August.
● Indian Akshay Urja Day or Renewable Energy Day - 20th August.
● World Mosquito Day 2020: August 20.
OBITUARIES
● Former India cricketer Chetan Chauhan passed away due to Covid-19.
● Malayalam lyricist Chunakkara Ramankutty passes away.
● Nishikant Kamat, director of Drishyam and Madaari, dies at 50 of multiple organ failure.
● Indian classical vocalist Pandit Jasraj passed away.
● Computer scientist Russell Kirsch, who invented pixel, passed away at 91.
Q) 51st International Film Festival of India (IFFI) will take place in which state?
A.Maharashtra B.Assam
C.Goa D.Karnataka
Q) The largest Tribal Freedom Fighters museum is being constructed in which of the following states?
A.Gujarat B.Madhya pradesh
C.Uttar Pradesh D.Jharkhand
● Rajpipla - Gujarat
● Ranchi (Jharkhand) - Birsa Munda
● Raipur (Chhattisgarh) - Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh
● Lambasingi (Andhra Pradesh) - Shri Alluri Seetha Ram Raju
● Kozhikode (Kerala)
● Hyderabad (Telangana)
● Chhindwara (Madhya Pradesh) - Tantia Bhil , Shaheed Bhima Nayak , Ramji Gond
● Senapati (Manipur) - Rani Gaidinilu
● Kelsi (Mizoram)
Q) Which has become the first private company to test rocket engine named “Raman” in India?
A.Agnikul Cosmos B.Bellatrix Aerospace
C.Pixxel D.Skyroot Aerospace
Q) Which state has launched a Smart Connect Scheme to provide free smartphones to the students of class 12?
A.Gujarat B.Punjab
Q) Which state government has launched 'Karma Sathi Prakalpa' scheme?

A.Chhattisgarh B.Rajasthan
C.West Bengal D.Assam
Q) Defence Institute of Advanced Technology (DIAT) has developed a Ayurvedic based Biodegradable face mask named
“what”?
A.Abhay B.Shudhi
C.Pavitrapati D.Aarya
Q) Which country has launched the Clean Plate Campaign?

A.India B.China
C.Japan D.Australia

Q) eBikeGO has appointed whom as its Brand Ambassador?
A.Virat Kohli B.Rohit Sharma
C.Suresh Raina D.Harbhajan Singh
Q) Who has been appointed as the non-executive chairman of Indiabulls Housing Finance (IBHFL)?
A.Harun R. Khan B.Rakesh Mohan
C.Subhash Sheoratan Mundra D.Anand Sinha
Q) Which state has launched a centralized e-commerce platform named “Yellow Chain”?
A.Manipur B.Goa
C.Nagaland D.Himachal Pradesh
Q) Which bank has launched the “Shaurya KGC Card” that will offer agriculture loans for military and paramilitary
professionals?
A.Axis Bank B.Yes Bank
C.HDFC Bank D.ICICI Bank
Q) Which bank has launched a campaign named ‘DIGITAL APNAYEN’ to encourage customers to use digital banking
channels?
A.Punjab National Bank B.State Bank of India
C.Bank of Baroda D.Canara Bank
Q) Who has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of GoAir?

A.Rohit Nandan B.Kaushik Khona
C.Ajay Singh D.Rono Dutta
Q) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has announced the launch of which new campaign under which all Indians will be given
health IDs?
A.India Health Mission B.Digital Health Cards
C.Electronic Health Mission D.National Digital Health Mission
Q) Which of the following ministries has launched a portal named as SRIJAN?

A.Ministry of Agriculture B.Ministry of AYUSH
C.Ministry of Defence D.Ministry of Education
Q) Which state has topped in implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation Scheme
(AMRUT)?
A.Odisha B.Madhya pradesh
C.Gujarat D.Andhra Pradesh
Q) Which IIT has developed a UVGI based room disinfectant device named “UV Safe”
A.IIT Delhi B.IIT Roorkee
C.IIT Ropar D.IIT Bombay
Q) India and which African country have signed an agreement on space cooperation?
A.Sudan B.Libya
C.Nigeria D.Ethiopia
Q) According to data from NASA’s Dawn spacecraft, which dwarf planet holds large reservoirs of sea water beneath its
surface?
A.Eris B.Makemake
C.Haume D.Ceres
Q) Microsoft Research Lab has developed a Machine Translation tool for which Tribal language?
A.Gondi B.Santali
C.Maria D.Lodha

Q) Gangadhar Meher Lift Canal System is a project of which state?
A.West Bengal B.Rajasthan
C.Jharkhand D.Odisha
Q) Who has won the title of the World Snooker Championship 2020?
A.Ray Reardon B.Steve Davis
C.Kyren Wilson D.Ronnie O'Sullivan
Q) Who is the author of the book “One arranged murder”?

A.Chetan Bhagat B.Manav Kaul
C.Sudeep Nagarkar D.Nikhil Mahajan
Q) The Indian Railways is constructing the world's tallest pier bridge across which river in Manipur?
A.Ijai B.Barak
C.Teesta D.Sonai
Q) The Core Investment Companies with assets over ______ will have to appoint a chief risk officer (CRO) as per the
guidelines of RBI?
A.Rs 2,000 crore B.Rs 1,000 crore
C.Rs 5,000 crore D.Rs 4,000 crore
Q) European Union has launched the project ‘Nirmanshree’ for which two states?
A.Gujarat & Rajasthan B.Maharashtra & Odisha
C.Goa & Assam D.Himachal Pradesh & Uttarakhand
Q) RBI has approved the transfer of how much amount as surplus to the Central Government for the accounting year
2019-20?
A.₹30,128 crore B.₹60,128 crore
C.₹47,128 crore D.₹57,128 crore
Q) Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate the ''Atal Tunnel” in which state in September 2020?
A.Uttarakhand B.Himachal Pradesh
C.Gujarat D.Uttar Pradesh
Q) PM Narendra Modi launched which Project during his speech at the 74th Independence Day celebrations?
A.Project Tiger B.Project Elephant
C.Project Great Indian bustard D.Project Dolphin
Q) Which state has announced to launch “Padhai Tuhar Para” scheme?

A.Madhya Pradesh B.Jharkhand
C.Rajasthan D.Chhattisgarh
Other Schemes launched -

✓ Bultu Ke Bol - A Bluetooth-based programme will be rolled out to provide study materials to students living in
remote areas and do not have access to internet facility.
✓ Mukhyamantri Slum Swasthya Yojana - to offer health facilities to the people at their doorstep with the help of 70
mobile medical units in all the 14 municipal corporations.
✓ Radhabai Diagnostic Centre Scheme - will be rolled out to offer pathology and other testing facilities to people at
concessional rates.
Q) The Ministry of AYUSH has launched a three-month campaign to raise awareness about affordable practices for boosting
immunity. Name the campaign?
A.Food and Immunity B.Diet and Health
C.Natural Immunity D.Ayush for Immunity

Q) Who has been appointed as the new Director-General of the Border Security Force (BSF)?
A.S S Deswal B.Rakesh Asthana
C.Rajesh Ranjan D.Rajni Kant Misra
Q) Which company has won the title sponsorship for Indian Premier League 2020?
A.Dream 11 B.Patanjali
C.Byju’s D.Unacademy
Q) Satya Pal Malik has been appointed as the new Governor of which state?
A.Assam B.Meghalaya
C.Chhattisgarh D.Uttarakhand
Q) Government has formed a five member panel to probe into Kozhikode plane crash under whose chairmanship?
A.Ravi Krishna B. S S Chahar
C.Ashutosh Vasistha D.G. Rajsekhar
Q) The Gwalior-Chambal Expressway will be named after which late Political Leader?
A.Arun Jaitely B.Sushma Swaraj
C. Manohar Parrikar D.Atal Bihar Vajpayee
Q) The All India Football Federation and Sports Authority of India have joined hands to launch
which web platform to promote football?
A.E-Pathshala B.E- Shiksha
C.E- Khel D.E- Sambhawna
Q) Who is the author of the book “Full Spectrum: India’s Wars, 1972-2020″?
A.Satish Kumar Sareen B.Anil Yashwant Tipnis
C.Arjun Subramaniam D.Pradeep Vasant Naik
Q) Which Payments Bank has launched an Aadhaar Authentication based digital savings account Jan
BachatKhata?
A.Airtel Payments Bank B.India Post Payments Bank
C.Fino Payments Bank D.Jio Payments Bank
Q) Which IIT Institution has won the top position in the ARIIA 2020 under the ‘Best Centrally Funded Institution’ category?
A.IIT Delhi B.IIT Hyderabad
C.IIT Madras D.IIT Kharagpur
Institute of National Importance, Central Universities & CFTIs :-

● Rank 1: IIT-Madras
● Rank 2: IIT-Bombay
● Rank 3: IIT-Delhi
● Rank 4: IISc, Karnataka
● Rank 5: IIT-Kharagpur
In government and government-aided universities, the rank-holders were :-

● Rank 1: Institute of Chemical Technology
● Rank 2: Panjab University
● Rank 3: Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University
● Rank 4: Anand Agricultural University
● Rank 5: Periyar University
✓ For the first time, ARIIA 2020 rankings had a special prize category for women-only higher educational institutions. The
winners of this category included:
1. Avinashilingam Institute For Home Science And Higher Education For Women (Tamil Nadu)
2. Indira Gandhi Delhi Technical University for Women

Q) Sports eyewear brand “Oakley” has appointed whom as its Brand Ambassador for India?
A.Rohit Sharma B.Virat Kohli
C.Ajinkya Rahane D.Hardik Pandya
Q) Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda has inaugurated an e-portal on tribal health and nutrition. What is the name of this
Portal?
A.Swasthya B.Sehat
C.Sudhar D.Shakti
Q) Which company has announced a new initiative called The Anywhere School?
A.Facebook B.Infosys
C.Wipro D.Google
Q) The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has approved the Uttar Pradesh government's request to change the name of which
Railway Station to “Banaras”?
A.Manduadih B.Azamgarh
C.Padrauna D.Bijnor
Q) Who has been conferred with the Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's special award?
A.Soumya Swaminathan B.Nandini Harinath
C.Ramesh Raskar D.Shivram Bhoje
Q) The Union Minister Nitin Gadkari has launched an online farm-to-fork service platform called ______?
A.Krishak.com B.VedKrishi.com
C.JevikKrishi.com D.Kisan.com
Q) The first World Solar Technology Summit will be inaugurated by whom?

A.Jean Castex B.Narendra Modi
C.Scott Morrison D.Donald Trump
Q) Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) has acquired a majority stake of which Online Pharmacy for ₹ 620 Crore?
A.EMEDIX B.Myramed
C.Netmeds D.Swasthyashopee
Q) Which bank has launched a unique digital solution called ‘Loan against Securities’?
A.Axis Bank B.Yes Bank
C.HDFC Bank D.ICICI Bank
Q) Luis Rodolfo Abinader has sworn in as President of which country?

A.Haiti B.Nicaragua
C.Jamaica D.Dominican Republic
Q) The Union Cabinet has accorded its approval for leasing which AAI airport through PPP mode to M/s Adani Enterprises
Ltd for a period of 50 years?
A.Jaipur B.Guwahati
C.Thiruvananthapuram D.All of the above
Q) Union Minister of Environment, Forests and Climate Change Prakash Javadekar has asked to use _______ per cent of
CAMPA funds for plantation drives and afforestation?
A.80% B.50%
C.60% D.40%
Q) India along with Japan and which country will launch a trilateral Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI)?
A.Russia B.Australia
C.United States D.South Korea
Q) Which city has been declared as the cleanest city of india in Swachh Survekshan 2020?
A.Surat B.Indore
C.Navi Mumbai D.Bhopal

POSITION STATE NAME ULB NAME SCORE
#1 Madhya Pradesh Indore 5647.56
#2 Gujarat Surat 5519.59
#3 Maharashtra Navi Mumbai 5467.89
#4 Chhattisgarh Ambikapur 5428.31
#5 Karnataka Mysore 5298.61
#6 Andhra Pradesh Vijayawada 5270.32
States with Less than 100 ULBs :- States with More than 100 ULBs :-
POSITION STATE NAME SCORE POSITION STATE NAME SCORE
#1 Jharkhand 2325.42 #1 Chhattisgarh 3293.56
#2 Haryana 1678.84 #2 Maharashtra 2895.29
#3 Uttarakhand 1230.00 #3 Madhya Pradesh 2358.05
#4 Sikkim 1222.88 #4 Gujarat 2308.48
#5 Assam 1217.78 #5 Punjab 1836.64
Q) Who has sworn in as the Prime Minister of the Republic of Trinidad and Tobago?
A.Keith Rowley B.Patrick Manning
C.Basdeo Panday D.George Chambers
Q) Which company will be the official sponsor of the Indian team for the rescheduled Tokyo Olympics?
A.Reliance Industries B.INOX Group
C.Edelweiss Group D.Byju’s
Q) Francisco Asue was reappointed as Prime Minister of which country?

A.Cameroon B.Equatorial Guinea
C.Gabon D.Cuba
Q) Which state has announced to reserve all the government jobs for the people of the state?
A.Chhattisgarh B.Uttar Pradesh
C.Madhya Pradesh D.Gujarat
Q) People’s Bank of China has acquired a very small stake in which private bank of India?
A.ICICI Bank B.Yes Bank
C.Axis Bank D.Bandhan Bank
Q) Which has become the second zoo to house hunting cheetahs as part of the Animal Exchange Programme?
A.Bengaluru zoo B.Lucknow zoo
C.Mysuru zoo D.Thrissur Zoo

IMPORTANT DAYS
● World Senior Citizen Day: 21 August
● World Gujarati Day : 24 August
● Women's Equality Day: 26 August
● National Sports Day: 29th August
● International Day against Nuclear Tests: 29 August
OBITUARIES
● Former Indian cricketer Gopalaswamy Kasturirangan passed away.
● British Tennis legend Angela Buxton passes away.
● Former Congolese president Pascal Lissouba passed away.
● Writer-journalist Gail Sheehy, author of bestselling book ‘Passages,’ dies at 83.
● Black Panther actor, Chadwick Boseman passed away after a four-year battle with colon cancer.
● Veteran Assamese singer Archana Mahanta passed away.
Q) Which state government has decided to provide Rs 50 lakh insurance cover to private doctors who die of COVID-19
infection?
A.Gujarat B.Maharashtra
C.Punjab D.Haryana
Q) The Government of India has appointed whom as the new Election Commissioner of India?
A.Rajiv Kumar B.Ashok Lavasa
C.Sushil Chandra D.Atanu Chakraborty
Q) Union Tribal Affairs Minister Shri Arjun Munda has e-launched the tertiary processing centres of “Trifood Project” of
TRIFED in which two states?
A.Madhya Pradesh & Jharkhand B.Odisha & Jharkhand
C.Chhattisgarh & Maharashtra D.Bihar & Uttar Pradesh
Q) A new logo has been launched for which organization of the Labour Ministry?
A.Employees State Insurance Scheme B.Employees Provident Fund Organisation
C.India Labour Archives D.Labour Bureau
Q) Who is the author of the book “Grandparents’ Bag of Stories”?

A.Sudha Murty B.Kiran Desai
C.Anita Desai D.Anuja Chauhan
Q) Which state has exempted all serving and retired soldiers from the Gram Panchayat property tax?
C.Maharashtra D.Uttarakhand
Q) Manika Batra, who has won the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award, is associated with which sports?
A.Table Tennis B.Badminton
C.Swimming D.Archery
Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award

Q) Interceptor Boat 'ICGS C-454‘ which was recently inaugurated in Surat is built by which company?
A.Larsen and Toubro B.Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
C.Cochin Shipyard Limited D.Bharat Dynamics
● INS Shivaji – President’s colours

● INS Kavaratti – GRSE – Anti-submarine
● Indian Coast Guard Ships (ICGS), Annie Besant and Amrit Kaur – GRSE
● L&T-built Offshore Patrol Vessel ICGS Varad
● ICGS Sachet – Goa Shipyard Limited
● ICGS Kanaklata Barua – GRSE
● C-448 (a high-speed interceptor boat) of Indian Coast Guard – L&T-built
Q) Which IT company has collaboration with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to offer ‘Open P-TECH’?
A.Microsoft B.Intel
C.IBM D.Wipro
Q) Who has been appointed as the Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India (SBI)?
A.Rana Kapoor B.Suresh Mathur
C.Sunil Mehta D.Ashwani Bhatia
Q) Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan has launched an interactive first-of-its-kind game on COVID-19. What is the name of
this game?
A.Corona Fighters B.Corona Warriors
C.Corona Frontline D.Corona Army
Q) What is the rank of India in the Digital Quality of Life Index 2020?
A.67th B.45th
th
C.57 D.28th
Q) National Strategy for Financial Education 2020-2025 (NSFE) was launched by which financial organization?
A.NABARD B.SIDBI
C.SEBI D.RBI
Q) Which company has launched FerroHaat, a first-of-its-kind mobile application, to source steel scrap from the traders?
A.Essar Steel B.Tata Steel
C.Jindal Stainless D.JSW Steel
Q) Which company has launched the Kormo Jobs app in India to help people find jobs?
A.Facebook B.Google
C.Microsoft D.Amazon
Q) Which bank has launched its hiring initiative named ‘Gig-a-Opportunities’?

A.Yes Bank B.Axis Bank
C.Federal Bank D.HDFC Bank
Q) Nitin Gadkari has launched which mobile app to monitor plantation along national highways?
A.Navya Marg B.Hariyali Rath
C.Raj Path D.Harit Path
Q) The Centre has constituted the National Council For Transgender Persons. Who will head this council?
A.Union Home Minister B.Union Social Justice Minister
C.Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare D.Union Minister of Parliamentary Affairs
Q) Which state will organize the state Dragonfly Festival christened ‘Thumbi Mahotsavam 2020’?
A.Karnataka B.Kerala
C.Odisha D.Tamil Nadu

Q) Under the Atal Bimit Vyakti Kalyna Yojna, the payment of relief has been enhanced to ________ per cent of average
wages of three months?
A.65% B.50%
C.35% D.45%
Q) India will launch a new cargo ferry service to the Maldives, which will link Kochi and which city with Male?
A.Tuticorin B.Erode
C.Chennai D.Vellore
Q) India’s population is expected to be more feminine by which year, according to a report by National Commission on
Population?
A.2032 B.2029
C.2034 D.2036
Q) India has signed a loan agreement worth USD 500 million with AIIB for Urban Transport Project-III in which city?
A.Hyderabad B.Delhi
C.Mumbai D.Bengaluru
Q) Which state has launched the NRI unified portal?

C.Goa D.Assam
Q) Which Football club has won the UEFA Champions League 2019-20 title?
A.Paris Saint-Germain B.Lyon
C.Juventus D.Bayern Munich
Q) Indian Air Force (IAF) has launched which mobile application to provide career-related information to aspirants as a part
of Digital India initiative?
A.MY Career B.MY AIM
C.FLY IAF D.MY IAF
Q) Who has won the first-ever gold for India in Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO)
held in London?
A.Neelakanta Bhanu Prakash B.Akrit Jaswal
C.Kautilya Pandit D.Aravind Chithambaram
Q) Which bank will acquire 17% in Max Life Insurance?

A.ICICI Bank B.Axis Bank
C.Yes Bank D.HDFC Bank
Q) Which General Insurance Company has launched its new product “Shagun – Gift an insurance policy”?
A.SBI B.Bajaj Allianz
C.Cholamandalam D.Reliance
Q) Who has become the first fast bowler to take 600 Test wickets by dismissing Pakistan's captain Azhar Ali?
A.Chris Gayle B.James Anderson
C.Dale Steyn D.Shaun Marsh

Q) World Health Organization has declared which continent free Of Poliovirus?
A.Asia B.Africa
C.Antarctica D.North America
Q) Which state Government will come up with a bill called ‘Land Grabbing Prohibition Act’?
A.Uttar Pradesh B.Goa
C.Gujarat D.Assam
Q) The Reserve Bank has projected India's growth rate at what percent for 2020-21?
A.- 3.5 % B.- 5.5 %
C.- 4.5 % D.- 2.5 %
Q) Which has become the first bank in India to use the Satellite Data to assess credit worthiness of farmers?
A.Yes Bank B.ICICI Bank
C.Axis Bank D.HDFC Bank
Q) Which bank has launched a new savings account called the Liberty Savings Account?
A.Yes Bank B.ICICI Bank
C.Axis Bank D.HDFC Bank
Q) Which among the following organization has launched the Vendor Performance Evaluation System?
A.National Highways Authority of India B.National Housing Bank
C.Telecom Regulatory Authority of India D.Securities and Exchange Board of India
Q) Marieke Lucas Rijneveld has won the International Booker Prize for the year 2020 for her which
novel?
A.A. Enlightenment of the Greengage Tree B.The Discomfort of Evening
C.The Memory Police D.The Adventures of China Iron
Q) Who became the first Indian cricketer to play in the Caribbean Premier League (CPL)?
A.Yuvraj Singh B.Harbhajan Singh
C.Zaheer Khan D.Pravin Tambe
Q) Who has become the new MD and CEO of SBI Mutual Fund?
A.Abhay Singh B.Vinay Tonse
C.Sanjeev Srinivasan D.Tapan Singhel
Q) Who is the author of the book “Cricket Drona”?

A. Jatin Paranjpe B.Jatin Sapru
C.Sushil Doshi D.Sambit Bal
Q) Which State/UT government has launched 'Healthy Body, Healthy Mind' campaign for students
restricted to homes?
A.Puducherry B.Delhi
C.Punjab D.Goa
Q) Raksha Mantri Shri Rajnath Singh has launched which mobile App for online training of NCC cadets?
A.DGNCC B.NSNCC
C.NCCDT D.OTNCC
Q) Which Life Insurance Company has launched a real time virtual assistance called 'Smart Assist‘?
A.Kotak Mahindra B.Aditya Birla
C.Bajaj Allianz D.Bharti AXA
Q) Social Justice and Empowerment Ministry has launched which helpline number to enable access to mental health resources?
A.Asha B.Umeed
C.Kiran D.Bharosa

Q) The Ministry of Culture has announced how many new circles of Archaeological Survey of India?
A.Seven B.Four
C.Nine D.Ten
Q) Which state has topped the Niti Aayog’s Export Preparedness Index 2020?
A.Maharashtra B.Gujarat
C.Tamil Nadu D.Odisha
Key Points
● Among the landlocked states, Rajasthan has performed the best, followed by Telangana and Haryana.
● Across Union Territories, Delhi has performed the best, followed by Goa and Chandigarh.
● Among the Himalayan states, Uttarakhand topped the chart, followed by Tripura and Himachal Pradesh.
Q) India will open a new trade route with which country from September 3, 2020?
A.Maldives B.Iran
C.Bangladesh D.Sri Lanka
Q) Government has decided to sell how much stake in Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL)?
A.10% B.25%
C.15% D.20%
Q) Who has become the first bowler to take 500 wickets in T20 cricket?
A.Pat Cummins B.Dwayne Bravo
C.Trent Boult D.Chris Woakes
Q) How many new routes have been approved under Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS)- ‘Ude Desh Ka Aam Nagrik’
(UDAN)?
A.58 B.78
C.45 D.90
Q) DRDO has constituted the five-member committee under whose chairmanship to review the charter of its laboratories?
A.Subhasis Chaudhuri B.Budaraju Srinivasa Murty
C.V Ramagopal Rao D.Ajit Kumar Chaturvedi
Q) The first marine ambulance “Pratheeksha” was acquired by which state?

A.Karnataka B.Kerala
C.Gujarat D.Tamil Nadu
Q) The Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPR&D) celebrated its Golden Jubilee Anniversary on which date?
A.28th August B.29th August
th
C.27 August D.30th August
Q) Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has established a new forum on artificial intelligence under whose chairmanship?
A.Salil Parekh B.Pawan Munjal
C.Sandip Patel D.Varun Berry
Q) India's first international women's trade centre will be established in which state?
A.Goa B.Kerala
C.West Bengal D.Uttarakhand
Q) Which country is planning to host the BRICS Games in 2021?

A.Brazil B.South Africa
C.India D.China
Q) Scientists of which University has designed a WARBOT which can prevent the doctors from getting infected while they
come in contact with patients infected with the virus?
A.Delhi University B.Tripura University
C.Mumbai University D.Bhopal University

Q) Which Insurance company has launched an insurance cover for Pet Dogs?
A.Kotak Mahindra B.Aditya Birla
C.Bajaj Allianz D.Bharti AXA
Q) What is the name of the hurricane that has hit the Louisiana and Texas states of the United States?
A.Arthur B.Laura
C.Sally D.Teddy
Q) The prize money for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award has been increased to ________ lakh rupees from the previous
amount of 7.5 lakh rupees?
A.25 lakh B.15 lakh
C.10 lakh D.20 lakh
Q) Noor Inayat Khan has become the first Indian-origin woman to be honoured with Blue Plaque in which country?
A.United States B.Australia
C.Canada D.United Kingdom

Top 100 Q&A PDF
Current Affairs Q&A PDF – August 2020

Top 100 Questions
1. Who has been appointed as the additional and independent director of Great Eastern Shipping
Company Ltd (with effect from August 1, 2020)?
1) S Jaishankar
2) Viral Acharya
3) BP Kanungo
4) Urjit Patel
5) None of the Above
Answer - 4) Urjit Patel
Explanation:
Great Eastern Shipping Company Ltd announced that its board has appointed former Reserve Bank of India
(RBI) Governor Urjit Patel as an additional and independent director for a term of 5 years, effective from
August 01, 2020.
2. Sonam Tshering Lepcha who passed away in July 2020 is a renowned ________.
1) Folk Musician
2) Politician
3) Football Player
4) Painter
5) Architect
Answer – 1) Folk Musician
Explanation:
Folk Musician, composer, Lyricist and Padmashree awardee Sonam Tshering Lepcha passed away at the age
92, at Kalimpong, West Bengal due to old age ailments. He was born on 3rd January, 1928 at Bong Busty,
Kalimpong, West Bengal. He played a major role in reviving and promoting the Lepcha Culture which is one
of the indegenious culture of Sikkim.
3. Lee Teng-hui (Mr Democracy) who is in news recently is the former president of which country?
1) South Korea
2) China
3) Taiwan
4) Indonesia
5) Hong Kong
Answer – 3) Taiwan
Explanation:
The former Taiwanese President, Mr. Lee Teng-hui died at the age of 97 at Beitou District, Taipei City,
Taiwan due to infection, and heart ailments. He was born on 15th January 1923, Sanzhi, Taiwan. He was
popularly known as “Mr. Democracy” for eradicating the dictatorial rule in favour of unbiased pluralism in
Taiwan.
4. The Maharashtra government approved the Maharashtra Agribusiness Network (MagNet) project
worth about Rs 1,000 crore. Which among the following bank will provide 70% of fund to the
project?
1) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
2) New Development Bank (NDB)
3) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
4) World Bank (WB)
5) None of these
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Answer - 3) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Explanation:
The Maharashtra government approved the Maharashtra Agribusiness Network (MagNet) project worth
about Rs 1,000 crore (USD 142.9 million). The project aims to help farmers across all districts in the state
for the next 6 years. This will boost the fruit and vegetable production and will improve processing and
minimise the losses in the sector of perishables. 70% of the project cost will be funded by Asian
Development Bank(ADB) while the rest of 30% by the state government.
5. Haryana forest department used drone for aerial seeding to increase green cover in Aravallis
recently. Which IIT designed the ‘seeding drone’?
1) IIT Delhi
2) IIT Bombay
3) IIT Madras
4) IIT Kanpur
5) IIT Gandhinagar
Answer – 4) IIT Kanpur
Explanation:
In order to improve green cover in the inaccessible Aravalli area of Haryana’s Faridabad district, the
Haryana forest department has used drone technology to shower 50,000 seeds pallets covered with a
mixture of clay and compost. This ‘seeding drone’ is designed by an Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT)-
Kanpur backed startup. Species whose seeds were disseminated included Peepal, Pilkhan, Amaltash, Bael
Patra, Pahari Papri, Ronjh and Khairi.
6. World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) is observed annually on August 1-7. What is the theme for
WBW 2020?
1) “Support Breast feeding for a healthier planet”
2) “Empower Parents, Enable Breastfeeding”
3) “Breastfeeding: Foundation of Life”
4) “Sustaining Breastfeeding Together”
Answer – 1) “Support Breast feeding for a healthier planet”
Explanation:
World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated annually in the first week of August (from 1st of August to 7th of
August) around 120 countries in the World. The day is celebrated to encourage breastfeeding and improve
the babies’ health around the world. The theme for the year 2020 is, “Support Breast feeding for a healthier
planet”.
7. Find the person who has been appointed as the 14th Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of
India.
1) Hardayal Prasad
2) Arvind Saxena
3) Pradeep Kumar Joshi
4) Rajiv Mehrishi
5) Girish Chandra Murmu
Answer – 5) Girish Chandra Murmu
Explanation:
Ram Nath Kovind, President of India as per the powers conferred on him by Section 1 of Article 148 of the
Constitution of India has appointed Girish Chandra (GC) Murmu as 14th Comptroller and Auditor General
(CAG) of India, with effect from the date he assumes charge of his office. He succeeds Rajiv Mehrishi who
completes his term on August 8,2020 as he attains the age of 65. GC Murmu will take oath on August 8, 2020
at the Rashtrapati Bhawan. He is the first tribal person to become CAG of India. He will have a tenure up to
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8. Which country is going to host the 13th edition of Indian Premier League (IPL) 2020?
1) United Arab Emirates
2) South Africa
3) Australia
4) New Zealand
5) West Indies
Answer – 1) United Arab Emirates
Explanation:
The Central Government has given the go ahead for Indian Premier League to be rescheduled in the United
Arab Emirates from September 19 to November 10, 2020 (13th edition of IPL).
9. Amar Singh who passed away recently is a renowned ________.

1) Singer
2) Actor
3) Politician
4) News Editor
5) Hockey Player
Answer – 3) Politician
Explanation:
Former Samajwadi party leader and Rajya Sabha MP (Member of Parliament) Amar Singh, had passed away
at the age 64, in Singapore due to Kidney ailments. He was born on January 27, 1956 at Aligarh in Uttar
Pradesh. He had gone through kidney transplant in the year 2011. From 5th July 2016 to 1st August 2020,
he was re-elected as the member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha. (Constituency: Uttar Pradesh) (preceded by
Ambeth Rajan).
10. What is the defence manufacturing turnover target of India by 2025 as per ‘Defence Production
& Export Promotion Policy (DPEPP) 2020’?
1) Rs 1,50,000 crore
2) Rs 1,75,000 crore
3) Rs 2,25,000 crore
4) Rs 3,75,000 crore
5) Rs 5,90,000 crore
Answer – 2) Rs 1,75,000 crore
Explanation:
Ministry of Defence (MoD) publicized a draft ‘Defence Production & Export Promotion Policy (DPEPP) 2020
for public feedback by August 17, 2020 after which the policy would be promulgated by the MoD. The policy
aims to achieve a manufacturing turnover of $25 bn or Rs 1,75,000 crore, including exports of $5 bn or Rs
35,000 Crore in aerospace and defence goods and services by 2025. The Department of Defence Production
(DDP) will be the nodal department for coordination on various components of the DPEPP 2020 and to
achieve the objectives set in this Policy.
11. Who has been appointed as the MD&CEO of HDFC Bank with effect from October 27, 2020?
1) Deepak S Parekh
2) Keki M Mistry
3) Sumit Bose
4) Ranjan Mathai
5) Sashidhar Jagdishan
Answer – 5) Sashidhar Jagdishan
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) has approved Sashidhar Jagdishan as the next Managing Director(MD) and
Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of HDFC Bank for a period of 3 years, effective from the date of taking charge
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the bank’s longest serving CEO (26 years- since September 1994). Aditya Puri will retire on October 26,
2020, on attaining the age of 70.
12. John Hume who passed away in August 2020 is the Nobel laureate in which category?
1) Chemistry
2) Literature
3) Peace
4) Physics
5) Physiology
Answer – 3) Peace
Explanation:
The Nobel Peace Prize winner (1998) and prominent Northern Ireland politician John Hume passed away at
83 in a Londonderry nursing home due to a long period of illness. He was born on January 8, 1937 in
Derry(Londonderry), Northern Ireland (a part of the United Kingdom- UK). He is the only person to receive
the three major peace awards (Gandhi Peace Prize, Nobel Peace Prize & Martin Luther King Award).
13. Who heads the committee formed by Reserve Bank of India to set up a new mechanism for
stressed assets (committee will also evaluate resolution plans where debt is more than Rs 1,500
crore.)?
1) Diwakar Gupta
2) N. Manoharan
3) KV Kamath
4) Ashvin Parekh
Answer – 3) KV Kamath
Explanation:
RBI has decided to set up a new mechanism for stressed assets that need rescuing. In this regard, RBI will
set up a committee under Kundapur Vaman Kamath, the former chairman of BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India,
China and South Africa) Bank and ICICI (Industrial Credit and Investment Corporation of India) Bank to set
the parameters and benchmarks for this programme aimed at the resolution of stressed loans. This
committee will also evaluate resolution plans where debt is more than Rs 1,500 crore.
14. Which state planned to develop India’s 1st snow leopard conservation centre?
1) Arunachal Pradesh
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Uttarakhand
4) Himachal Pradesh
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer - 3) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
India’s 1st snow leopard conservation centre is to be set up in Lanka, near Bhaironghati bridge in
Uttarkashi district, Uttarakhand.Chief minister of Uttarakhand Trivendra Singh Rawat chaired a meeting
along with State forest minister Harak Singh Rawat and other officials to look into the setting up of the
conservation centre. It will be built by the Uttarakhand forest department along the United Nations
Development Programme (UNDP) as part of its six-year long project Securing livelihoods, conservation,
sustainable use and restoration of high range Himalayan ecosystems (SECURE) Himalayas.
15. Shivajirao Patil Nilangekar who passed away in August 2020 is the former Chief Minister of
which state?
1) Chhattisgarh
2) Maharashtra
3) Punjab
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5) Andhra Pradesh
Answer – 2) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Senior Congressman and former Maharashtra Chief Minister(CM) Shivajirao Patil Nilangekar passed away
at the age of 88 in Pune, Maharashtra. He Was born on 1 September 1931 in Nilanga, Hyderabad state
(British India).
16. As per the study published in Nature climate change, the polar bears in artic region will become
extinct by which year?
1) 2045
2) 2075
3) 2030
4) 2050
5) 2100
Answer – 5) 2100
Explanation:
The new study of University of Toronto Scarborough published in the journal of Nature Climate Change
titled “Fasting season length sets temporal limits for global polar bear persistence” on 20th July 2020, states
that climate change is starving the polar bears into extinction and concluded that the Polar bears in the
Arctic will become extinct by 2100. The study is the first of its kind to offer a timeline on the loss of arctic
sea ice that will affect the reproduction and survival ability of the polar bears.
17. Who has been appointed as the new Lieutenant Governor of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K)?
1) Anandiben Patel
2) Anusuiya Uikey
3) B. D. Mishra
4) Manoj Sinha
5) R. N. Ravi
Answer – 4) Manoj Sinha
Explanation:
President of India, Ram Nath Kovind appointed Manoj Sinha (61), former union minister and senior
Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) leader from Uttar Pradesh(UP) as Lieutenant(Lt) Governor of Jammu and
Kashmir(J&K), effective from the date he assumes charge. He succeeds Girish Chandra Murmu, the 1st Lt
governor of the Union Territory(UT) of J&K who resigned on August 5, 20020.
18. India’s 1st Kisan Rail was flagged off by railway minister Piyush Goyal & Agriculture minister
Narendra Singh Tomar recently. The 1st Kisan rail ran from Maharashtra to which state?
1) Gujarat
2) Goa
3) West Bengal
4) Bihar
5) Karnataka
Answer – 4) Bihar
Explanation:
Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Railways and Narendra Singh Tomar, Union Minister of Agriculture &
Farmers Welfare flagged off the India’s 1st Kisan Rail, a Special Parcel Train from Maharashtra’s Devlali to
Bihar’s Danapur Railway station through video link. This is the 1st ever multi commodity train of Indian
Railways(IR) that carries fruits like Pomegranate, Banana, Grapes etc and vegetables like Capsicum,
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19. Name the coastal village which is/are 1st in Indian Ocean Region termed as 'tsunami ready' by
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO).
1) Venkatraipur
2) Noliasahi
3) Malappuram
4) Both 1) and 2)
5) Both 1) and 3)
Answer – 4) Both 1) and 2)
Explanation:
United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) recognises Venkatraipur and
Noliasahi, villages of Odisha as ‘Tsunami Ready’ for their overall preparedness to face the tsunami. With this
recognition, Odisha became the first state in the India and India became the 1st Country in the Indian Ocean
region to achieve the honour from the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission (IOC) of UNESCO.
Note – Venkatraipur (Boxipalli) village is in Rangeilunda block in Ganjam district & Noliasahi village of
Ersama block in Jagatsinghpur district.
20. As per Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), the 1st International Day of Awareness of Food
Loss and Waste will be observed on _________ 2020.
1) 21st September
2) 8th August
3) 29th September
4) 29th August
5) 15th August
Answer – 3) 29th September
Explanation:
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) unveiled a new Platform, to support the global reduction of
food loss and waste. The official launch of the platform will be on the first International Day of Awareness of
Food Loss and Waste (IDAFLW) which will be observed on 29th September 2020.
21. According to Road Transport and Highways minister Nitin Gadkari, India aims to achieve zero
road fatalities by which year?
1) 2022
2) 2025
3) 2030
4) 2027
5) 2035
Answer – 3) 2030
Explanation:
Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways, Nitin Jairam Gadkari while addressing the Indo-
Australian Chamber of Commerce and Womennovator on Trade Investment and collaborations in Road
infrastructure, has underlined India’s initiatives to achieve Zero Road Fatalities by 2030. The World Bank
and Asian Development Bank have committed Rs. 7,000 crores each on initiatives to reduce road accidents.
22. The RBI has mandated the Core Investment Companies with the largest asset size will have to
form a group risk management committee (GRMC), based on the recommendation of working group
under chairmanship of whom?
1) Usha Thorat
2) Tapan Ray
3) Mahesh Kumar Jain
4) TN Manoharan
Answer – 2) Tapan Ray

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Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has revised the guidelines applicable for Core Investment Companies (CICs) on
the basis of the recommendations of the Working Group (WG) to Review the Regulatory and Supervisory
Framework for Core Investment Companies (CICs), constituted under the Chairmanship of Tapan Ray,
former Secretary, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA). The report by the WG was published by RBI on
November 6, 2019. CIC in the group, or the CIC with the largest asset size, will have to form a group risk
management committee (GRMC), comprising of at least five members, with two independent directors.
23. Which state/UT ranked top in the implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Transformation (AMRUT) scheme as per ranking released by Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Puducherry
3) Telangana
4) Odisha
5) Chandigarh
Answer – 4) Odisha
Explanation:
Odisha has retained top position in the implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Transformation (AMRUT) scheme. According to rankings released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban
Affairs (MoHUA), Odisha regained its top position by securing a score of 85.67 percent, followed by Union
Territory of Chandigarh (75.08) and Telangana (74.04).
Top 3 States in Implementation of AMRUT Scheme:
Position State Score
1 Odisha 85.67
2 Chandigarh (UT) 75.08
3 Telangana 74.04
24. International Day of the World’s Indigenous People or world tribal day was observed annually
on August 9. What is the 2020’s theme for the day?
1) “COVID-19 and rights of Indigenous people”
2) “COVID-19 and save Indigenous people”
3) “COVID-19 and indigenous peoples’ resilience”
4) “COVID-19 and save Indigenous Languages”
Answer – 3) “COVID-19 and indigenous peoples’ resilience”
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of the World’s Indigenous People is annually observed on 9th
August by the Secretariat of the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues with the UN and its
member states to promote the rights of the indigenous population around the world. The International Day
of the World’s Indigenous People also known as World Tribal Day. The First International Day of the
World’s Indigenous Peoples was celebrated on 9th August 1995. The International Day of the World’s
Indigenous Peoples 2020 is celebrated under the theme – “COVID-19 and indigenous peoples’ resilience”.
25. Which Indian organization is one among 10 global organizations which received “Food Systems
Vision 2050 Prize” for its ‘Eat Right India’ movement?
1) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
2) Central Drugs Standard Control Organization (CDSCO)
3) Food Corporation of India (FCI)
4) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
5) None of these
Answer - 4) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

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Explanation:
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) was selected as one of the ten global organizations for
the Food system vision prize by Rockefeller Foundation, in partnership with SecondMuse, and OpenIDEO
for the ‘Eat Right India’ movement. Also, the Naandi Foundation, a Hyderabad based non-profit
organisation, as one of the top 10 ‘Visionaries’ in the world for the Food Vision 2050 Prize.
26. Which country is going to host the ICC Men’s T20 World cup 2021 (T20 WC 2022 will be hosted
by Australia)?
1) Bangladesh
2) Sri Lanka
3) New Zealand
4) India
5) UAE
Answer – 4) India
Explanation:
International Cricket Council (ICC) confirmed that India will host the Men’s Twenty-20 (T20) Cricket World
Cup 2021 (7th edition) between October – November 2021 as the Board of Control for Cricket in
India(BCCI) retained the hosting rights and Australia will host the 2020 Men’s World Cup (8th edition),
which was postponed due to the global pandemic in 2022.
27. Name the portal on human-elephants conflict which was launched by Union Environment
minister Prakash Javadekar.
1) ElicTune
2) Elephanto
3) SaveFrosty
4) Surakhsya
Answer – 4) Surakhsya
Explanation:
Prakash Javadekar, Union Minister of Environment Forest &Climate Change(MoEFCC) along with MoS
Environment ministry Supriyo & officials of the Ministry launched a beta version of a portal on Human-
Elephants Conflict called “Surakhsya”, a collection of real time information and supports managing conflicts
on a real time basis.
28. S N Rajeswari has been appointed as the chairman and managing director of which insurance
company?
1) United India Insurance Company Limited
2) Oriental Insurance Company Limited
3) New India Assurance Company Limited
4) Universal Sompo General Insurance Company
5) TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited
Answer – 2) Oriental Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
S N Rajeswari has been appointed the Chairman-cum-Managing Director of Oriental Insurance Company
Limited (OICL), according to a Personnel Ministry. She is currently General Manager of New India
Assurance Company Limited.
29. Who has been conferred with Asian College of Journalism (ACJ) award 2019 for investigative
journalism?
1) Nitin Sethi
2) Josy Joseph
3) Neha Dixit
4) Chitra Subramanium

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Answer – 1) Nitin Sethi
Explanation:
Asian College of Journalism(ACJ) award 2019 was conferred upon Journalist Nitin Sethi for investigative
journalism and K P Narayana Kumar Memorial Award 2019 for Social Impact Journalism is bestowed upon
Journalist Shiv Sahay Singh. The awards were presented in a virtual ceremony by Soumya Swaminathan,
chief scientist of the World Health Organisation(WHO), at the inauguration of the Class of 2021.
30. The 77 new species of butterflies are found by scientist recently in Matheran an eco-sensitive
zone of which state?
1) Telangana
2) Maharashtra
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Karnataka
5) Nagaland
Answer – 2) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The 8 year long (2011 – 2019) field work research conducted in the Matheran an eco-sensitive zone near
Mumbai, Maharashtra an area of 214.73 Square Kilometer, identified around 140 rare species of butterflies
including 77 new species. Scientists Mandar Sawant, Dr. Nikhil Modak and Sagar Sarang from the Bombay
Natural History Society (BNHS) and Somaiya Vidya Vihar University published their research paper ‘Finding
the forgotten gems: Revisiting the butterflies of Matheran after 125 years’ in the community peer-reviewed
Biodiversity Data Journal.
31. Krishi Megh, the data recovery centre of ICAR has been set up at National Academy of
Agricultural Research Management (NAARM) in which city?
1) Bengaluru
2) Chennai
3) Hyderabad
4) Noida
5) Mumbai
Answer – 3) Hyderabad
Explanation:
The data recovery centre-Krishi Megh has been set up at National Academy of Agricultural Research
Management (NAARM), in Hyderabad.
32. Which is the 1st country in the world to officially register a COVID-19 vaccine named ‘Sputnik V’?
1) China
2) Russia
3) United States
4) Germany
5) India
Answer – 2) Russia
Explanation:
Russia becomes the world’s 1st country to officially register a coronavirus(COVID-19) vaccine and declare it
ready for use. The vaccine will be marketed in foreign markets under the name ‘Sputnik V’, after the world’s
first satellite Sputnik. The vaccine has been developed jointly by the Gamaleya Research Institute of
Epidemiology and Microbiology and the Russian Defence Ministry.
33. Who heads the “National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration” formulated by central
government?
1) Amitabh Kant
2) Ajit Doval

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3) Rajiv Kumar
4) Ajay Tyagi
5) VK Paul
Answer – 5) VK Paul
Explanation:
Central Government has formulated an expert committee namely “National Expert Group on Vaccine
Administration” under the chairmanship of Dr VK Paul, a member (health) at the NITI (National Institution
for Transforming India) Aayog to consider the logistics, ethical aspects of procurement, and administration
of COVID-19 vaccine in discussion with all state governments and vaccine manufacturers.
34. Which is the India’s 1st private aerospace company to test fire 1st of its kind upper stage rocket
engine named “Raman”?
1) Skyroot Aerospace
2) Airnetz Aviation
3) BrahMos Aerospace
4) Boeing India
5) Aroon Aviation Services
Answer – 1) Skyroot Aerospace
Explanation:
Skyroot Aerospace, Indian aerospace startup successfully test fired an upper stage rocket engine “Raman”,
India’s first 100% 3D printed bi-propellant liquid rocket engine injector named after the Nobel laureate Sir
CV Raman and became the first private aerospace company in India to test a rocket engine developed in
India.
35. Who heads the three-judge bench of Supreme Court which passed judgement that daughters
have equal birthright to inherit property with retrospective effect?
1) Justice Arun Mishra
2) Justice Dipak Misra
3) Justice Indu Malhotra
4) Justice Vineet Saran
5) Justice Krishna Murari
Answer – 1) Justice Arun Mishra
Explanation:
In accordance with the landmark judgment passed by three-judge Bench of Supreme Court (SC) headed by
Justice Arun Mishra and comprised of Justices S Abdul Nazeer and Mukeshkumar Rasikbhai Shah, as per the
Hindu Succession (Amendment) Act, 2005, the daughters will have equal inheritance rights as of sons in the
properties of fathers, grandfathers and great-grandfathers right from the codification of the law in 1956 i.e.
it would have retrospective effect.
36. Which country has tested a ballistic missile interceptor named ‘Arrow-2’?
1) Kuwait
2) Iran
3) UAE
4) China
5) Israel
Answer - 5) Israel
Explanation:
Israel Defence Minister Benny Gantz, announced that Israel has successfully tested their advanced missile
defence system, Arrow-2, a ballistic missile interceptor, which serves as the top tier integrated Israeli shield
built to withstand various missile salvoes, was built with the support of the United States of America. Arrow
2 is a multi-layered system designed and manufactured by Israel Aerospace Industries and Boeing, US
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37. Who launched “Transparent Taxation – Honoring the Honest” platform of Income tax
department?
1) Anurag Singh Thakur
2) Nirmala Sitharaman
3) Nitin Gadkari
4) Narendra Modi
5) Rajnath Singh
Answer – 4) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a platform for “Transparent Taxation – Honoring the Honest” via
video conferencing that provides faceless assessment and appeal and taxpayers’ charter, as a part of direct
tax reforms. While the faceless assessment and taxpayers’ charter would be implemented from August 13
itself but the faceless appeal system would be available from September 25, 2020 i.e. on the birth
anniversary of Deendayal Upadhyaya.
38. PM Modi recently inaugurated submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) connecting Chennai and
which city?
1) Kolkata
2) Vishakhapatnam
3) Port Blair
4) Surat
5) Mumbai
Answer – 3) Port Blair
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated and dedicate to the Nation, submarine Optical Fibre Cable
(OFC) connecting Chennai, Tamil Nadu and Port Blair, Andaman & Nicobar Islands (A&NI) through video
conferencing. This connectivity will enable delivery of faster mobile and landline telecom services to A&NI,
at par with other parts of India. The Submarine OFC cable has been laid at a cost of about Rs 1224 Crore.
The foundation stone for 2,312-kilometer Chennai – Andaman and Nicobar Islands (CANI) was laid by PM
Narendra Modi on 30th December 2018 at Port Blair.
39. Who heads the 5-member committee formed by Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau for the
investigation of Kozhikode plane crash?
1) Ved Prakash
2) SS Chahar
3) Mukul Bharadwaj
4) YS Dahiya
5) Jasbir Singh
Answer – 2) SS Chahar
Explanation:
The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau (AAIB) formed a 5-member panel headed Captain S S Chahar to
investigate the circumstances of the Air India Express Dubai-Calicut flight IX 1344Crash at the Kozhikode
airport, Kerala on 7th August 2020. The 5-member team will probe and determine the cause and
contributory factors that led to the accident. The team will also make recommendations to avoid similar
accidents in the future. Captain S S Chahar, the in charge of the investigation will submit his reports within
next 5 months.
40. Chetan Chauhan who passed away in August 2020 is a renowned ________.
1) Cricketer
2) Politician
3) Singer
4) Both 1) and 2)
5) All the 1), 2) and 3)

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Answer – 4) Both 1) and 2)
Explanation:
Former Indian cricketer and Uttar Pradesh (UP) Cabinet Minister of Sainik Welfare, Home Guards, Prantiya
Rakshak Dal and Civil Security Chetan Chauhan (Full Name- Chetan Pratap Singh Chauhan) passed away at
73 in Medanta hospital, Gurugram, Haryana due to COVID-19. He belongs to Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
He was honoured with the Arjuna award in 1981. He was born on July 21, 1947 in Bareilly, UP.
Sarabhai’s 100th birth century was observed on 12th of August, 2020.
41. Name the indigenisation portal of Department of Defence Production (DDP) which was launched
by Defence minister Rajnath Singh recently.
1) SAMRATH
2) SAMADHAN
3) PARIVESH
4) SRIJAN
Answer – 4) SRIJAN
Explanation:
On the final day of Atma Nirbhar Week celebration between August 7-14, 2020 of the Ministry of Defence
(MoD) and to boost Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan (self-reliant India movement), Union Defence Minister
Rajnath Singh virtually launched Department of Defence Production (DDP) portal SRIJAN as a part of
“opportunities for Make in India in Defence”. This portal provides information about defence equipment
and items which are being imported currently or are going to be imported by the Defence Public Sector
Undertakings (DPSUs)/Ordnance Factory Board (OFB)/ Service Headquarters (SHQs) so that they can be
taken up for indigenisation by Indian companies that can design, develop and manufacture as per their
capability or through joint venture with original equipment manufacturers (OEMs).
42. Under Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme (PCGS) 2.0 the finance ministry increased the maximum
limit for purchase of AA/AA- bonds and Commercial Papers by Public Sector Banks from 25% to
__________.
1) 40%
2) 35%
3) 30%
4) 50%
5) 45%
Answer – 4) 50%
Explanation:
Partial Credit Guarantee Scheme (PCGS) 2.0 which was launched on May 20, 2020 as a part of Atmanirbhar
Bharat Abhiyan has been extended by three months i.e. till November 11, 2020 in order to widen the
coverage to include a larger number of non-banking financial companies (NBFCs), housing finance
companies (HFCs) and microfinance institutions (MFIs) With regard to portfolio level, the maximum
headroom permissible for purchase of bonds and CPs (Commercial paper), rated AA/AA-, by PSBs under the
Scheme is also extended to 50% from the earlier 25% (i.e. Rs 11,250 crore).
43. Which two countries have agreed the historic peace agreement namely ‘Abraham Accord’?
1) UAE & Iran
2) Iran & Iraq
3) Israel & UAE
4) Iraq & Kuwait
5) Kuwait & UAE
Answer - 3) Israel & UAE
Explanation:
Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu of Israel, and Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed, Crown Prince of Abu
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Arab Emirates peace agreement, or the Abraham Accord to establish full diplomatic ties. In this regard,
Israeli will halt further annexation of Palestinian lands. This announcement was made by the United States
(US) President Donald John Trump, who acted as mediator of this agreement. With this, the United Arab
Emirates (UAE) became the first Gulf Arab state and only the third Arab nation after Egypt and Jordan to
have active diplomatic ties to Israel.
44. Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari was given the additional charge as Governor of
Goa. Who has been appointed as the new governor of Meghalaya?
1) Jagdish Mukhi
2) B. D. Mishra
3) Satya Pal Malik
4) Biswabhusan Harichandan
5) Phagu Chauhan
Answer – 3) Satya Pal Malik
Explanation:
Ram Nath Kovind, President of India appointed Satya Pal Malik, Goa Governor as the Governor of
Meghalaya. Meanwhile, Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari was given the additional charge as
Governor of Goa. Satya Pal Malik replaced Tathagata Roy who completed his 5-year term by serving as
governor of Tripura for 3 years and remaining in Meghalaya. The appointments will be effective from the
dates they assume charge of their respective offices.
45. What is the theme for “India Healthcare Week” which was observed between 17th – 21st August
2020?
1) “Redefining Healthcare Ecosystem”
2) “Healthcare for Future”
3) “Help to improve Healthcare”
4) “Healthcare for better Future”
Answer – 1) “Redefining Healthcare Ecosystem”
Explanation:
Dr Harsh Vardhan, Union Minister of Health & Family Welfare; Science & Technology and Earth Sciences
virtually addressed the inaugural session of the two-day long CII Public Health Conference, where he
inaugurated “India Healthcare Week” with the theme “Redefining Healthcare Ecosystem” from 17th – 21st
August 2020. The week has been initiated by Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) in partnership with the
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) and the Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga and
Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy).
46. How much amount was approved by Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the for Delhi-Meerut
Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)?
1) USD 2 billion
2) USD 1 billion
3) USD 750 3illion
4) USD 500 million
5) USD 5 billion
Answer – 2) USD 1 billion
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 1 billion (about Rs 7,485 crore) loan to construct
the modern, high-speed 82-kilometer Delhi – Meerut, Uttar Pradesh Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS)
in India, a first of its kind in India. The finance of the Delhi- Meerut RRTS project will be given in 4 tranches
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47. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the “Framework for authorization of Pan-India Umbrella
Entity for Retail Payments” recently. What should be the minimum paid-up capital of umbrella
entity?
1) 250 Cr
2) 100 Cr
3) 1000 Cr
4) 500 Cr
5) 750 Cr
Answer – 4) 500 Cr
Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the “Framework for authorisation of Pan-India Umbrella Entity for
Retail Payments” on the lines of the feedback received on the “draft framework for authorisation of a Pan-
India New Umbrella Entity for Retail Payment Systems” which was placed on Reserve Bank’s website on
February 10, 2020 for public comments. The Board for Regulation and Supervision of Payment and
Settlement Systems (BPSS), will be the final authority to issue authorisation for setting up umbrella entity /
entities for retail payments comprising of Automated Teller Machines (ATMs), White Label PoS (point of
sale system), Aadhaar-based payments and remittance. The minimum paid-up capital of the umbrella entity
should be Rs 500 crore. All entities eligible to apply as promoters of the umbrella entity should be owned
and controlled by resident Indian citizens under the Foreign Exchange Management Act, 1999 (FEMA).
48. Which state/UT ranked top in best performing states in operationalization of Health and
Wellness Centers (HWCs) released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare?
1) Haryana
2) Punjab
3) Delhi
4) Chandigarh
5) Telangana
Answer - 2) Punjab
Explanation:
State of Punjab has secured first rank in the list of best performing states in operationalisation of Health and
Wellness Centers (HWCs) released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), Government of
India.
49. Reliance Retail Ventures has bought 100% direct ownership of which online pharmacy company
recently?
1) Swasthyashopee
2) Comedz
3) Netmeds
4) Myramed
5) EMedix
Answer – 3) Netmeds
Explanation:
Reliance Retail Ventures Ltd (RRVL), a subsidiary of Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has acquired 60%
equity stake in Vitalic Health Pvt Ltd(Vitalic) and 100% direct equity ownership of its subsidiaries namely
Tresara Health Private Limited, Netmeds MarketPlace Limited and Dadha Pharma Distribution Pvt Limited
(collectively known as Netmeds) for a cash consideration of around Rs 620 crore (USD 83.08 million). The
deal values Netmeds around Rs 1,000 crore. RRVL’s investment is aligned with its commitment to provide
digital access to everyone in India.
50. According to the report of National Cancer Registry Programme 2020, cancer in India may rise
from 13.9 Lakhs in 2020 to 15.7 lakhs in 2025. The report was released by which institute of ICMR?
1) National Institute of Research in Tribal Health
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3) National AIDS Research Institute
4) National Institute of Epidemiology
5) National Institute of Pathology
Answer – 2) National Centre for Disease Informatics and Research
Explanation:
The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) – National Centre for Disease Informatics & Research
(NCDIR), Bengaluru released a new Report of National Cancer Registry Programme 2020. The report
estimates that cancer in India will rise by 25% in 2020 and may rise 12% from the 1392179 cases in 2020
to 1569793 cases in 2025 and tobacco related cancers are estimated to constitute around 27% of all
cancers.
51. National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched the subsidiary NPCI International
Payments Limited (NIPL) recently. Who is the CEO of NIPL?
1) Ritesh Shukla
2) Dilip Asbe
3) Rajiv Kumar
4) Ajay Tyagi
5) Harsh Patel
Answer – 1) Ritesh Shukla
Explanation:
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a wholly-owned subsidiary, NPCI
International Payments Limited (NIPL) to internationalize (or export to foreign markets) NPCI’s
indigenously developed offerings and technological acumen, i.e. real-time payment system, Unified
Payments Interface (UPI) and card payment network, RuPay along with a few more offerings of NPCI. It is
also responsible to co-create payment technologies with other countries. NPCI has appointed Ritesh Shukla
as Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of NIPL.
52. Which is the 1st foreign bank to launch a ‘Green Deposit Programme’ in India?
1) HSBC India
2) Deutsche Bank
3) Standard Chartered Bank
4) DBS Bank
5) Bank of China
Answer – 1) HSBC India
Explanation:
HSBC India becomes 1st Foreign Bank in India to launch a ‘Green Deposit Programme’ exclusively for
corporate clients to finance green initiatives and eco-friendly projects like renewable energy, clean
transportation, and pollution prevention among others, that promote transition to a low-carbon, climate
resilient and sustainable economy. This will enable companies to support environmentally-beneficial
projects.
53. The Uttar Pradesh government has signed MoU with which country for water resource
management in Bundelkhand?
1) Israel
2) Switzerland
3) Botswana
4) Estonia
5) Chile
Answer - 1) Israel
Explanation:
The government of Uttar Pradesh (UP) signed an agreement with the Israel’s Water Resource Minister for
the water resource management in Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh. Ron Malka, Israel’s Ambassador
to India and Alok Sinha, Agriculture Production Commissioner of Uttar Pradesh signed the ‘plan of

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cooperation’ on behalf of Israel and India respectively. The ‘plan of cooperation’ is initially signed for 2
years, with the interest of the project, this will be extended in the future. The project was developed by the
MASHAV — Israel’s Agency for International Development Cooperation under the Ministry of Foreign
Affairs. This cooperation will help with the Indo-Israel Bundelkhand water project undertaken in this
region for long term reforms in water management.
54. Which is cleanest city of India (> 10 Lakh population) as announced by Hardeep Singh Puri in 5th
annual cleanliness urban survey of India, Swachh Survekshan 2020?
1) Chennai
2) Navi Mumbai
3) Indore
4) Surat
5) Bengaluru
Answer – 3) Indore
Explanation:
Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of State (MoS)-Independent
Charge (I/C) MoHUA announced the 5th edition of the annual cleanliness urban survey of India i.e.” Swachh
Survekshan 2020 (SS2020)” conducted by MoHUA. A total of 129 awards were given by the minister in
which Madhya Pradesh’s Indore Creates record as India’s cleanest city for the 4th consecutive time while
Gujarat’s Surat and Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai grabbed 2nd and 3rd positions respectively. India’s
Cleanest Mega City– Amdavad, Gujarat (>40 Lakh population). The India’s Cleanest Big City– Vijayawada,
Andhra Pradesh (10-40 Lakh Population). India’s Cleanest Medium City– Mysuru, Karnataka (3-10 Lakh
Population). India’s Cleanest Small City– Ambikapur, Chhattisgarh (1-3 Lakh population) & India’s Cleanest
Capital– New Delhi Municipal Corporation (NDMC), Delhi.
55. Who has won the 2020 world snooker championship (at Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, England)?
1) Neil Robertson
2) Ronnie O’Sullivan
3) John Higgins
4) Graeme Dott
5) Mark Williams
Answer – 2) Ronnie O’Sullivan
Explanation:
English Professional Snooker Player Ronnie O’Sullivan won the World Snooker Championship for the 6th
time by winning the 2020 World Snooker Championship at Crucible Theatre, Sheffield, England. He
defeated England’s Kyren Wilson 18-8 in the final of the Betfred World Snooker Championship.
56. Name the organization which invited countries to join its COVID-19 Vaccine Global Access
(COVAX) facility by August 31, 2020.
1) Amnesty International
2) United Nations Children’s Fund
3) Commonwealth of Nations
4) World Health Organisation
5) World Economic Forum
Answer - 4) World Health Organisation
Explanation:
In order to provide rapid, fair and equitable access to COVID-19 vaccines worldwide, the World Health
Organisation (WHO) has invited countries to join its Covid-19 Vaccine Global Access (COVAX) facility by
August 31, 2020. This facility is led by the WHO, along with the GAVI vaccine alliance (formerly the Global
Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation), and the Coalition for Epidemic Preparedness Innovations (CEPI).
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57. Name the person who has been appointed as the Managing Director of State Bank of India.
1) PK Gupta
2) BP Sharma
3) Ashwani Bhatia
4) Arijit Basu
5) Dinesh Khara
Answer – 3) Ashwani Bhatia
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) headed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed
Ashwani Bhatia, Deputy Managing Director (DMD), State Bank of India (SBI) as the Managing Director (MD)
of SBI, effective from his date of assumption upto the date of his superannuation (May 31, 2022) or until
further orders, whichever is earlier. He succeeds PK Gupta, who superannuated on March 31, 2020.
58. Who has been appointed as the new Election Commissioner of India with effect from August 31,
2020?
1) Amitabh Kant
2) Ajit Doval
3) Rajiv Kumar
4) Ajay Tyagi
5) VK Paul
Answer – 3) Rajiv Kumar
Explanation:
Retired IAS officer and Former Finance Secretary Rajiv Kumar was appointed as the Election Commissioner
with effect from August 31, 2020. He succeeds Ashok Lavasa who resigned the position to join as Vice-
President of Asia Development Bank. He will be working alongside other Election Commissioner Sushil
Chandra.
59. Who among the following was not conferred with Rajiv Gandhi Khel ratna award in national
sports awards 2020?
1) Rohit Sharma
2) Manika Batra
3) Mariyappan Thangavelu
4) Shashi Malik
5) Vinesh Phogat
Answer – 4) Shashi Malik
Explanation:
National Sports Awards 2020 were announced by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports. The awards
were recommended by the Selection Committee headed by Justice (Retd.) Mukundakam Sharma (former
Judge of Supreme Court of India) and after due scrutiny, the Government has decided to confer awards
upon the deserving sportspersons, coaches and entities under various categories. For the first time in the
history of National Sports awards that 5 sportsperson named for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award and 27
athletes for Arjuna Award.
Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award:
Number of Awardees: 5
Name of the Sportsperson Discipline
Rohit Sharma Cricket
Mariyappan Thangavelu Para Athletics
Manika Batra Table Tennis
Vinesh Phogat Wrestling
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60. Name the mobile app which was developed by National Highways Authority of India to monitor
highway plantation.
1) Gora Path
2) Vishwa Path
3) Nova Path
4) Harit Path
Answer – 4) Harit Path
Explanation:
Nitin Jairam Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways launched the mobile app, “Harit
Path” for monitoring plantations and transplantation of trees along the highway. during the meeting to
review the New Green Highway Policy (Plantation). The mobile app was developed by the National
Highways Authority of India (NHAI), a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Road and
Transport.
61. PM Modi announced 10 year long project to conserve which animal (project led by Union
Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change Prakash Keshav Javadekar)?
1) Indian Giant Flying Squirrel
2) Gangetic Dolphin
3) Dugong
4) Red Panda
5) Asiatic Peacock
Answer – 2) Gangetic Dolphin
Explanation:
On the lines of “Project Tiger” and “Project Elephant”, PM Modi announced the “Project Dolphin” To give a
stronger impetus for the conservation of the Gangetic Dolphins which were declared National Aquatic
Species in 2010. It is a 10-year-long project led by Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate
Change Prakash Keshav Javadekar. The project involves conservation of Dolphins and the aquatic habitat
through the use of modern technology specially in enumeration and anti-poaching activities. As per official
figures, there are around 3,700 Gangetic River Dolphins in India.
62. Who heads the committee formed by central government to reconsider the minimum age for
marriage for women?
1) Vinod Paul
2) Jaya Jaitly
3) Vasudha Kamath
4) Dipti Shah
5) Najma Akhtar
Answer – 2) Jaya Jaitly
Explanation:
The centre has set up a committee chaired by Jaya Jaitly to reconsider the minimum age for marriage for
women and appropriate action will be taken after a report is submitted. The government is focused towards
equal opportunities for self-employment and employment to women.
63. The central government has formulated the National Council for Transgender Persons recently.
Who is the present chairperson of the council?
1) Narendra Singh Tomar
2) Thaawar Chand Gehlot
3) Ram Vilas Paswan
4) D.V. Sadananda Gowda
5) Ravi Shankar Prasad
Answer - 2) Thaawar Chand Gehlot

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Explanation:
On August 21, 2020, in exercise of the powers conferred by section 16 of the Transgender Persons
(Protection of Rights) Act, 2019 (40 of 2019) the Central Government constituted the India’s first 30-
member National Council for Transgender Persons to advice, monitor and evaluate measures for the
protection of the rights of Transgender community. The 30-member council is consisted of 1Chairperson, 1
Vice-Chairperson, 13 members, 14 nominated members and 1-member secretary. The Chairperson of the
council is Union Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment (SJ&E) (Thaawar Chand Gehlot at present) &
Vice-chairperson: Minister of State (MoS), SJ&E.
64. “Thumbimahotsavam 2020” is the 1st ever dragonfly festival of which state?
1) West Bengal
2) Odisha
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Kerala
5) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer – 4) Kerala
Explanation:
The first ever Kerala State Dragonfly Festival 2020 aka “Thumbimahotsavam 2020” was launched by the
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-India State unit in collaboration with Society for Odonate Studies
(SOS) and Thumbipuranam through a virtual ceremony from Kerala. Dr. Subramanian K.A., scientist at
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Southern Regional Center, Chennai (Tamil Nadu) addressed the inaugural
session. The festival will culminate with the State dragonfly summit, most probably in January 2021. The
official mascot of the festival is “Pantalu” which is the genus of dragonfly in the family Libellulidae
commonly known as rainpool gliders.
65. Who among the following has been inducted into International Cricket Council (ICC)’s cricket
hall of fame 2020?
1) Jacques Kallis
2) Lisa Sthalekar
3) Syed Zaheer Abbas
4) Both 1) and 2)
5) All the 1), 2) and 3)
Answer – 5) All the 1), 2) and 3)
Explanation:
Former players Jacques Kallis (South Africa), Lisa Caprini Sthalekar(Australia) and Syed Zaheer Abbas
Kirmani(Pakistan) were inducted into the International Cricket Council’s (ICC) Hall of Fame of the class of
2020 in a virtual ceremony. ICC Cricket Hall of Fame recognizes the achievements of the legends of the
game from cricket’s long and illustrious history.
66. Name the person who headed the NITI Aayog task force which recommended linking of
Sugarcane prices to sugar rate.
1) Padmavathi Ravi
2) Ravindra Pratap Singh
3) V.K. Saraswat
4) Ramesh Chand
5) V.K. Paul
Answer – 4) Ramesh Chand
Explanation:
The final report of the NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog Task Force headed by
Ramesh Chand, NITI Aayog Member(Agriculture), “Sugarcane and Sugar Industry” recommended linking of
Sugarcane prices to sugar rate to maintain the financial state and stability of the industry and to clear the
arrears of the sugarcane farmers. This report of the task force was finalized in March 2020 and published
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maintenance cost the report recommends a onetime increase in the minimum sugar price to Rs.33 per
kilogram.
67. Indian government has signed $500 million loan agreement with which bank to improve quality
& safety of Mumbai’s suburban railway system?
4) World Bank (WB)
5) None of these
Answer – 1) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB)
Explanation:
A loan agreement was inked between the Government of India, the Government of Maharashtra, Mumbai
Railway Vikas Corporation (MRVC) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for Mumbai Urban
Transport Project-III. The agreement aims to improve the network capacity, reduction in journey time and
fatal accidents of commuters, service quality and safety of the suburban railway system in Mumbai,
Maharashtra. The total estimated cost of the project is $997 million, of which $500 million will be financed
by the AIIB, $310 million by the Government of Maharashtra and $187 million by the Ministry of Railways.
The loan from the AIIB has a 5-year grace period and a maturity of 30 years.
68. Which is 1st bank in India to use satellite data to access credit worthiness of farmers?
1) ICICI Bank
2) Indian Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) State Bank of India
5) Canara Bank
Answer – 1) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
ICICI Bank uses satellite data (imagery from Earth observation satellites) to assess credit worthiness of
farmers. ICICI Bank has become the 1st bank in India to use such a technique to measure an array of
parameters related to the land, irrigation and crop patterns and use it in combination with demographic
and financial parameters to make quick lending decisions for farmers.
69. G Satheesh Reddy has got 2-year extension as the chairman of which organization?
1) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC)
2) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
3) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
4) National Informatics Centre (NIC)
5) National Development Centre (NDC)
Answer - 2) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Explanation:
Renowned Aerospace Scientist G. Satheesh Reddy was given a two-year extension as Chairman of the
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) & as Secretary of the Department of Defence
Research & Development(DoDRD) by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet. G Satheesh Reddy was
appointed to the post in August 2018 for a tenure of two years.
70. Name the Indian who has bagged the first-ever gold for India in Mental Calculation World
Championship (August 2020).
1) Neelakantha Bhanu Prakash
2) Granth Thakkar
3) Rhea Shah
4) Priyanshi Somani

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Answer – 1) Neelakantha Bhanu Prakash
Explanation:
Neelakantha Bhanu Prakash Jonnalagadda of Hyderabad has bagged the first ever Gold Medal for India in
Mental Calculations (MC) World Cup (MCWC) held on August 15, 2020 by Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO).
Neelakantha Bhanu Prakash is a student of Mathematics (Honors) at Delhi University’s St Stephen College
and holds 4 World Records and 50 Limca records for being the fastest human calculator in the world.
71. Which continent was declared wild polio free by World Health organization in August 2020?
1) Australia
2) South America
3) Asia
4) Africa
5) Europe
Answer – 4) Africa
Explanation:
The African Continent was declared free of wild polio by the independent body, the Africa Regional
Certification Commission(ARCC), which is responsible for certifying the eradication of wild poliovirus in the
World Health Organization (WHO) African Region. The Poliovirus is now found only in Afghanistan and
Pakistan.
72. What is the projected growth rate of India for 2020-21 as per Reserve Bank of India’s annual
report 2019-20?
1) -2.7%
2) -4.5%
3) -3.5%
4) -5.2%
5) -0.7%
Answer – 2) -4.5%
Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released its Annual Report for 2019-20. It is Report of the Central Board of
Directors on the working of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for the year ended June 30, 2020 submitted to
the Central Government in terms of Section 53(2) of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934 In the report, RBI
projected that India’s growth at minus (-) 4.5% for 2020-21. It will be (-) 3.7% in the single hit scenario and
(-) 7.3% in the double hit scenario in FY2020-21. On the global front, the growth is projected at (-) 6.0% in
the single hit scenario and (-) 7.6% in the double hit scenario in FY20-21.
73. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has signed agreement with which institute to set up
the first of its kind innovation cum incubation center for the promotion of space research?
1) Aryabhatta Knowledge Institute of Science and Technology
2) Birla Institute of Technology
3) Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology
4) Sri Venkateshwara University
Answer – 3) Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Veer
Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla, Odisha, a technical institute, to set up the first of its
kind innovation cum incubation centre, VSSUT Space Innovation Centre(VSSSIC) in India to promote space
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74. Name the state which ranked top in overall ranking in Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2020
released by NITI Aayog in partnership with Institute of competitiveness.
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Maharashtra
3) Odisha
4) Gujarat
5) Rajasthan
Answer – 4) Gujarat
Explanation:
NITI Aayog in partnership with Institute of Competitiveness released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI)
2020, this is the first report to examine export preparedness and performance of the states of India. Gujarat
was identified as the top performing state in the category of Coastal state and also topped the Overall
rankings.
Top 5 in Overall rankings:
Rank State Export Preparedness State Category
1 Gujarat 75.19 Coastal
2 Maharashtra 75.14 Coastal
3 Tamil Nadu 64.93 Coastal
4 Rajasthan 62.59 Landlocked
5 Odisha 58.23 Coastal
75. The women from which state has ranked topped in the list of loan beneficiaries under Pradhan
Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) as on March 31, 2020?
1) Kerala
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Karnataka
4) Maharashtra
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer – 2) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
In accordance with the data provided by the Ministry of Finance to the Rajya Sabha, as of March 31, 2020,
women in Tamil Nadu topped the list of loan benefits under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) by
availing Rs 58,227 crore loan. They are followed by women in West Bengal (Rs 55,232 crore), Karnataka (Rs
47,714 crore), Bihar (Rs 44,879 crore) and Maharashtra (Rs 42,000 crore).
76. Who has become 1st fast bowler to take 600 wickets in international test cricket?
1) Stuart Broad
2) James Anderson
3) Glenn McGrath
4) Dale Steyn
5) Ishant Sharma
Answer – 2) James Anderson
Explanation:
England pacer James Anderson, 38-year-old, has become the first fast bowler in history to take 600 Test
wickets in the third Test against Pakistan at the Ageas Bowl in Southampton, England, who is only the
fourth bowler in the test cricket to join the 600-Plus Club with the three legendary spinners Sri Lankan
Muttiah Muralitharan (800), Australian Shane Warne (708) and Indian Anil Kumble (619).

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77. The world water week 2020 (World Water Week at Home) was observed between August 24-28
with the theme ___________.
1) ‘Water and Climate change: Accelerating Action’
2) ‘Water and waste: reduce and reuse’
3) 'Water, Ecosystems and Human Development'
4) ‘Water for society - including all’
5) 'Water and Jobs'
Answer – 1) ‘Water and Climate change: Accelerating Action’
Explanation:
The World Water Week of the year 2020 is observed as the World Water Week at Home (WWWeek at
Home) from 24rd August 2020 to 28th August 2020. The World Water Week, organized by Stockholm
International Water Institute (SIWI) has been annually celebrated as the most influential, innovative and
dynamic movement for transforming the global water issues. The World Water Week has been celebrated
and organized since 1991. The World Water Week of the year 2019 was observed from 25th August 2019 to
30th August 2019. The theme of WWWeek at Home 2020 is ‘Water and Climate change: Accelerating
Action’.
78. Which company has partnered with UNICEF to map internet connectivity landscape for schools
in 35 countries by the end of 2023?
1) AT&T
2) Verizon Communications
3) Reliance Jio
4) Bharti Airtel
5) Ericsson
Answer – 5) Ericsson
Explanation:
Ericsson, Swedish Telecom Company, partnered with United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) to map
internet connectivity landscape for schools in 35 countries by the end of 2023 to provide digital learning
access to the children. This joint initiative is a part of the Giga initiative launched by UNICEF and
International Telecommunication Union (ITU), in September 2019 to provide internet connection to every
school and their surrounding communities. Ericsson is the first private sector partner to make a million-
dollar commitment to the Giga initiative and global UNICEF partner for School Connectivity Mapping.
79. Who has bagged 2020 International Booker Prize for the book ‘The Discomfort of Evening’
(youngest author to receive the award)?
1) David Grossman
2) Jokha al-Harthi
3) Marieke Lucas Rijneveld
4) Joshua Zen
5) Han Kang
Answer – 3) Marieke Lucas Rijneveld
Explanation:
Dutch Author Marieke Lucas Rijneveld won the 2020 International Booker Prize for the Literary fiction
book ‘The Discomfort of Evening’. Rijneveld became the youngest author to win the prize at the age of 29.
The Book was first published in Dutch in 2018 and eventually translated into English by Michele Hutchison.
The International Booker prize is separate from the main Booker Prize.
80. The Business with an annual turnover of up to _______ are exempted from GST (August 2020).
1) Rs 20 lakh
2) Rs 50 lakh
3) Rs 40 lakh
4) Rs 25 lakh
5) Rs 10 lakh

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Answer – 3) Rs 40 lakh
Explanation:
Businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are GST exempt. Initially, this limit was Rs 20 lakh.
Also, those with a turnover up to Rs 1.5 crore can opt for the Composition Scheme and pay only 1% tax.
81. Government of Assam approved the ‘Assam Skill Development University Bill’ to set up World
Class Skill University at Mangaldoi, Darrang District. The University will be financed by which bank?
4) World Bank (WB)
5) None of th Above
Answer - 3) Asian Development Bank (ADB)
Explanation:
Government of Assam approved the ‘Assam Skill Development University Bill’, which provides for setting
up of World Class Skill University at Mangaldoi, Darrang District at a cost of 900 crore rupees. The
University will be the first of its kind in the North-East Region and will be financed by Asian Development
Bank (ADB). Assam Industry and Commerce Minister Chandra Mohan Patowary made the announcement
about the setting up of the university, after a cabinet meeting. The State Government of Assam has tied up
with Singapore based ITE Education Service, for setting up of the Skill Development University.
82. Name the Kerala’s 1st marine ambulance which was inaugurated by Kerala CM Pinarayi Vijayan
recently.
1) Khukri
2) Pratheeksha
3) Nireeksha
4) Sindhughosh
Answer – 2) Pratheeksha
Explanation:
Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the State’s First fully equipped Marine Ambulance
‘Pratheeksha’. It was acquired by the Fisheries Department at Kochi for rescue operations at sea.
‘Pratheeksha’ – built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) is the first of the three marine ambulances ordered by
the state.
83. Shinzo Abe the prime minister of which country has resigned from the post in August 2020?
1) South Korea
2) Japan
3) China
4) Thailand
Answer – 2) Japan
Explanation:
Shinzo Abe, Prime Minister of Japan announced his resignation owing to his worsening health condition due
to ulcerative colitis. 65-year-old Shinzo Abe of Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) was the longest serving
Prime Minister of Japan. The elected new party leader will hold the post for the remaining 1-year term of
Abe.
84. Who has become 1st player to take 500 wickets in T20?
1) Sohail Tanvir
2) SL Malinga
3) DJ Bravo
4) SP Narine

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5) Imran Tahir
Answer – 3) DJ Bravo
Explanation:
West Indies All-Rounder Dwayne John Bravo became the first bowler in Cricket to scalp 500 wickets in
Twenty20 (T20). He achieved the feat in the Carribean Premier League (CPL)2020 match between his team
Trinbago Knight Riders and St Lucia Zouks. Bravo took the wicket of Rahkeem Cornwall (18) to register his
500th wicket.
85. Which state is going to launch India’s 1st International Women’s trade centre?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Karnataka
3) Kerala
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Bihar
Answer – 3) Kerala
Explanation:
Biju Prabhakar, IAS, Secretary, Department of Social Justice, Women & Child Development announced that
Kerala will set up India’s First International Women Trade Centre (IWTC) in accord with the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations (UN) at Angamaly, Kochi, Kerala. This announcement was
made during the webinar on “Scaling up Opportunities for MSME women Entrepreneurs in Kerala”
organised by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) Kerala State Council.
86. Which country has co-sponsored United National Security Council Resolution introduced by
Indonesia for greater participation of women in peacekeeping forces?
1) Thailand
2) India
3) Japan
4) Australia
5) New Zealand
Answer – 2) India
Explanation:
India co-sponsored United National Security Council Resolution for Greater Participation of women in
peacekeeping forces. The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) Resolution called on full, effective and
meaningful participation of women in peacekeeping operations. The resolution was tabled by Indonesia has
been seconded by India, which is the fifth largest troop contributor to UN peacekeeping operations. The
resolution has been passed by a consensus. In May 2020, Indian Women Peacekeeper Major Suman Gawani
won the UN Military Gender Advocate award. She served as a peacekeeper with the United Nations Mission
in South Sudan.
87. Find the bank which is going to receive Brandon Human Capital Management (HCM) Excellence
Award 2020 for its HR initiative,” Nayi Disha”.
1) Canara Bank
2) Indian Overseas Bank
3) Bank of Maharashtra
4) State Bank of India
5) Punjab National Bank
Answer – 4) State Bank of India
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) to receive Brandon Human Capital Management (HCM) Excellence Award (also
known as the Academy Awards of Learning & Development) 2020, a global recognition for its HR initiative,”
Nayi Disha”. The award winners will be honored at Brandon Hall Group’s annual HCM Excellence
Conference, January 26-28, 2021 at the Hilton West Palm Beach, Florida. SBI partnered with M/s Chrysalis
& developed the “Nayi Disha” Programme. SBI has won the award in The HCM Spring Program under

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‘Excellence in Learning and Development’ in 3 categories namely, Best Learning Program supporting a
Change Transformation Business Strategy (Gold), Best Use of Blended Learning and Best Unique or
Innovative Learning (Gold) and Development Program for its HR initiative (Silver).
88. Which country has launched the warship Type-054 class for Pakistan army?
1) Germany
2) Russia
3) Sri Lanka
4) Bangladesh
5) China
Answer – 5) China
Explanation:
China launched the first of the four advanced naval warships, Type-054 class frigates for the Pakistan Navy.
The Type-054 class frigate is manufactured by China Shipbuilding Trading Company Ltd (CSTC) and was
launched in the Chinese state-owned Hudong Zhonghua Shipyard, Shanghai.
89. Which institute along with ISRO developed a sustainable process for making brick-like
structures named “Space Bricks” on the surface of the moon?
1) Indian Institute of Technology Indore
2) Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru
3) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
4) Indian Institute of Technology Ropar
5) Indian Institute of Astrophysics Bengaluru
Answer – 2) Indian Institute of Science Bengaluru
Explanation:
Team of researchers of Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bengaluru, Karnataka and Indian Space Research
Organization (ISRO) developed a sustainable process for making brick-like structures named “Space Bricks”
on the surface of the moon. The process uses the lunar soil, bacteria and guar beans to make the space brick.
The process uses the Urea – sourced from human urine and lunar soil as the raw materials for the
construction on the lunar surface which reduces the overall expenditure.
90. Which state government has tied up with NPCI and Canara bank to launch digital payment
services through UPI in villages and gram panchayats?
1) Telangana
2) Maharashtra
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Karnataka
5) Gujarat
Answer – 3) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the digital payment services through
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in 15, 004 village and ward secretariats through video conference. The
Government of Andhra Pradesh has entered into a tie-up with National Payment Corporation of India
(NPCI) and Canara Bank for this digitalisation process.
91. Pandit Jasraj who passed away in August 2020 is a renowned ________.
1) Photographer
2) Painter
3) Politician
4) Architect
5) Vocalist
Answer - 5) Vocalist

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Explanation:
Pandit Jasraj, an Indian classical vocalist, belonging to the Mewati gharana (a musical apprenticeship tribe
of Hindustani classical music) passed away at 90 in his home in New Jersey, New York, United States(U.S.)
due to cardiac arrest. He was born on January 28, 1930 in Pili Mandori, a village in the Hisar district of
Haryana. He is a recipient of the Padma Shri (1975), Padma Bhushan (1990) and Padma Vibhushan (2000).
92. The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to set up the National Recruitment Agency (NRA)
recently. The NRA will be registered under which act?
1) Companies Act, 2013
2) Societies Registration Act, 1860
3) Public Trust Act, 1950
4) Credit Societies Act, 1904
Answer – 2) Societies Registration Act, 1860
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has approved the proposal to set up the National Recruitment Agency (NRA) that will
conduct a Common Eligibility Test (CET) for non-gazetted posts (Group B and C) of Staff Selection
Commission (SSC), the Railway Recruitment Boards (RRBs) and the Institute of Banking Service Personnel
(IBPS). Candidates who qualify CET can apply to any recruitment agencies for higher level of examination.
Therefore, CET will be a first level test (preliminary) to shortlist candidates which will be held twice a year
with score validity of three years. NRA will be a Society registered under the Societies Registration Act,
1860.
93. Name the country which has unveiled the surface to surface ballistic missile Martyr Qassem
Soleimani.
1) UAE
2) Egypt
3) Iran
4) Kuwait
5) Iraq
Answer – 3) Iran
Explanation:
Iran (officially the Islamic Republic of Iran) has inaugurated a locally made surface-to-surface ballistic
missile, called Martyr Qassem Soleimani, which has a range of 1,400 kilometers-km (870-mile) and a new
cruise missile, called Martyr Abu Mahdi which has a range of over 1000 km(620-mile).
94. Which edition of world conference of speakers of parliament was attended by Lok Sabha speaker
Om Birla recently?
1) 8th
2) 3rd
3) 5th
4) 11th
5) 14th
Answer – 3) 5th
Explanation:
Two-day 5th World Conference of Speakers of Parliament (5WCSP) was inaugurated virtually. It was
organized jointly by the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Geneva and the Parliament of Austria with the
support of the United Nations (UN). This is the first time that an International Parliamentary Conference is
being held in Virtual mode. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla attended the inaugural ceremony. The theme of the
5WCSP Conference is ‘Parliamentary leadership for more effective multilateralism that delivers peace and
sustainable development for the people and planet’. The Second part will be held in physical mode at
Vienna, Austria in 2021.

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95. The Competition Commission of India has approved 100% proposed acquisition of C&S Electric
Limited (C&S) by which company?
1) Crompton
2) ABB
3) Havells
4) Siemens
5) Kirloskar
Answer – 4) Siemens
Explanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved 100% proposed acquisition of the share capital of
the Indian Operations of C&S Electric Limited (C&S) by Siemens Limited (Siemens India). For this purpose,
Siemens Ltd has signed an agreement with C&S in January 2020.
96. Name the person who authored the book titled, ‘One Arranged Murder’.
1) Arundhati Roy
2) Chetan Bhagat
3) Amitav Ghosh
4) Vikram Seth
5) Jhumpa Lahiri
Answer – 2) Chetan Bhagat
Explanation:
A Book Titled ‘One Arranged Murder’ authored by Chetan Bhagat will be released worldwide on September
28, 2020. The fiction book portrays a murder mystery in the backdrop of an arranged marriage. The book
will be published by Westland Publications Ltd. It is the author’s 9th novel and 11th book overall. Essence
of the book- The book not only has an intense suspense but also is filled with humour, love and relatable
Indian characters.
97. Which state government has launched ‘Indira Rasoi Yojana’ to provide meals at Rs. 8?
1) Karnataka
2) Chhattisgarh
3) Goa
4) Rajasthan
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer – 4) Rajasthan
Explanation:
The Rajasthan government is going to start with the 'Indira Rasoi Yojana' in urban areas of the state from
August 20, in which poor and needy people will get nutritious food for just Rs. 8, said Chief Minister Ashok
Gehlot.
98. How much is the maximum loan amount under the Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme
(ECLGS), a credit guarantee scheme for MSME?
1) 10 Crore
2) 5 Crore
3) 2 Crore
4) 1 Crore
5) 25 Crore
Answer – 1) 10 Crore
Explanation:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman announced that the Central Government have extended its
Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS), credit guarantee scheme for the micro, small and
medium enterprises (MSME), to cover the loans given to the large firms, self-employed professionals and
people who have taken a loan for business purpose. The turnover limits to avail the loan under the scheme
was increased to annual turnover of Rs.250 crore and outstanding loans up to Rs.50 crores from annual

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turnover up to Rs.100 crore with outstanding loans of up to Rs.25 crore. The maximum loan amount under
the scheme is also increased to Rs.10 crores from Rs.5 crores.
99. Name the Institute which in collaboration with TransUnion CIBIL launched financial knowledge
platform named” MSMESaksham” for MSMEs.
1) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
2) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
3) National Housing Bank (NHB)
4) Industrial Finance Corporation of India (IFCI)
5) India Infrastructure Finance Company Ltd (IIFCL)
Answer – 2) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
Explanation:
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) in association with TransUnion CIBIL Limited
(formerly Credit Information Bureau (India) Limited) has launched a comprehensive financial education
and one-stop knowledge platform for micro, small and medium enterprises “MSMESaksham”, which will
guide MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises) seeking quick access to finance and will also support
them in managing their credit obligations. The portal is focused on two key pillars of financial knowledge
and access to credit.
100. Union minister Nitin Gadkari has inaugurated upstream carriageway of the Mahatma Gandhi
Bridge in Bihar recently. The Mahatma Gandhi Bridge was built over which river?
1) Mahanadi
2) Godavari
3) Kaveri
4) Ganga
5) Narmada
Answer – 4) Ganga
Explanation:
As a part of the renovation of the Mahatma Gandhi Bridge/Setu over river Ganga in Bihar, Union Minister
for Road Transport, Highways and MSMEs (Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises) Nitin Jairam Gadkari
virtually inaugurated its upstream carriageway. This means the two lanes are completed of the 4-lane
bridge which is being renovated at a cost of Rs 1,742 crore. The online ceremony was presided over by
Chief Minister (CM) of Bihar Nitish Kumar. This is the first ever bridge in India using modern technology for
improving the existing structure. The designing of the bridge has been done by Indian Institute of
Technology (IIT) Roorkee in discussion with international consultants.

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modern technologies. Also, the project is to address Human-Wildlife conflict. It will involve local
communities living closer to lion landscapes. The Project will also provide livelihood opportunities to these
people.
Project Lion is to focus on health management of lions and provide world standard care to the lions. It is to
be noted that around 92 lions died in Gir in January 2020. In 2018, around 59 lions died due to Canine
Distemper Virus (CDV) outbreak in the sanctuary.
Project Lion will enhance finances and duration that are already being allocated by GoI. This is because,
there are projects that are already running to conserve the species. Therefore, the enhancement.
Asiatic Lion Conservation Project
It was launched during the first term of the current NDA Government. The Ministry of Environment, Forest
and Climate Change had approved the project for three years 2018-21. A budget of Rs 97.85 crores was
allocated.
Project Dolphin
Project Dolphin was launched to conserve and protect the Dolphins in the rivers and oceans in the country.
The project will conserve dolphins in aquatic habitat using modern technology especially in anti-poaching
activities.
The project is to involve fishermen and other set of population that are dependent on rivers and oceans for
their livelihood.
The Project is to primarily focus on Gangetic Dolphins. The Gangetic Dolphins were declared as National
Aquatic Animal in 2010. The project is to work under several ministries such as Ministry of Jal Shakti,
Ministry of Agriculture and Farmer Welfare, Ministry of Shipping, Ministry of Fisheries, Shipping, Animal
Husbandry, Ministry of Power, Ministry of Rural Development.
There are around 3,700 Gangetic Dolphins in India. They are considered as ideal ecological indicators of
healthy riverine eco system.
Protection Status
The Gangetic Dolphins have been declared ‘Endangered’ under IUCN Red List of Endangered Species. It has
been listed under CITES Appendix-1.
The Gangetic Dolphins have been classified under Schedule-1 of Wildlife Protection Act, 1972. The
Vikramshila Gangetic Dolphin Sanctuary is the only sanctuary for the Gangetic Dolphins in the country.
Asiatic Lion Reintroduction Project
It is an initiative of Indian Government to safeguard Asiatic Lions from extinction. Under the project, the
Asiatic Lions are to be introduced in Kuno Wildlife Sanctuary in Madhya Pradesh. Ths is because, the last
Asiatic Lion population found in Gir National Park of Guajrat are facing threats due to anthropogenic
factors, epidemics and natural disasters.
Compilation of select 120 Current Affairs MCQs
1. Which Union Minister released e-book on Standard Treatment Guidelines for Substance Use Disorders
(SUD) and Behavioural Addictions?
[A] Dr Harsh Vardhan
[B] Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank
[C] Jitendra Singh
[D] Amit Shah
Answer: Dr Harsh Vardhan
Union Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan has released e-book on Standard Treatment Guidelines for the
Management of Substance Use Disorders (SUD) and Behavioural Addictions.
The Minister cautioned that the World Drug Report 2020 suggests that COVID-19 will induce disorders in
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the country. The substance use is associated with non-communicable disorders like cardiovascular,
cancer and mental health. He also highlighted that smoking increases the risk for Covid-19.
2. Which Power producer is the first to complete all wind power projects awarded by the Solar Energy
Corporation of India (SECI)?
[A] Sembcorp Energy India
[B] Tata Power
[C] JSW Energy
[D] Adani Power
Answer: Sembcorp Energy India
Sembcorp Energy India Limited (SEIL), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Singapore-based Sembcorp
Industries, announced the completion of its latest 800MW wind power projects.
It has become the first independent power producer to commission the projects awarded in the wind
auctions conducted by the Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI). Union Power Minister R K Singh has
dedicated Sembcorp’s SECI 1, 2 and 3 wind projects to the nation.
3. Unnat Bharat Abhiyan centre of which institution has partnered with CSIR and Vijnana Bharti for
promoting rural development?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IIT Delhi
[C] IIT Kharagpur
[D] IIT Guwahati
Answer: IIT Delhi
A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Council of Scientific and
Industrial Research (CSIR), Unnat Bharat Abhiyan-Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi (UBA-IITD) and
Vijnana Bharti (VIBHA), New Delhi.
The objective of the MoU is to provide joint action in the area of Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (UBA) for rural
development of India. UBA is a flagship program of the Ministry of Human Resource Development
(MHRD) by connecting academic institutions with local communities.
4. Which country has claimed ‘Diaoyu islands’ as its territory and declared its right to conduct law
enforcement activities?
[A] United States
[B] China
[C] Australia
[D] Vietnam
Answer: China
China has recently claimed that the Diaoyu islands are Chinese territory and it has the right to conduct
law enforcement activities in the area.
The Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Wang Wenbin denied the criticism of the U.S. of incursions
of China. The islands located in the East China sea has also been claimed by Japan for several year.
Japan calls the territory as Senkaku and China calls as Diaoyu.
5. Which institution is to launch a new National Clinical Registry of COVID-19 patients?
[A] Indian Council of Medical Research
[B] Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
[C] Department of Biotechnology
[D] National Institute of Virology

Answer: Indian Council of Medical Research

The Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) is set to roll out a new National Clinical Registry of
COVID-19 patients admitted across the county.
To launch this comprehensive database, the ICMR has collaborated with the Health Ministry and All
India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). This database will help to improve treatment in hospitals
and will let officials conduct clinical trials and study the effectiveness of new therapies.
6. Which country has passed a bill to promote the legacies of Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr?
[A] India
[B] United States
[C] Australia
[D] United Kingdom
Answer: United States
The US House of Representatives has recently passed a legislation to promote the legacies of Gandhi,
Martin Luther King Jr.
The bill seeks to set up an educational forum and an exchange programme for Indian and American
students to study about the two great leaders. It also seeks to develop a professional development
training initiative based on the principles of non-violence.
7. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and Group Chief Executive Officer of the credit rating
agency ICRA Ltd?
[A] N Sivaraman
[B] Sankara Narayanan
[C] Manoj Fadnis
[D] Dilip Sadarangani
Answer: N Sivaraman
India’s leading credit rating agency ICRA Ltd has appointed N Sivaraman as the Managing Director and
Group Chief Executive Officer.
The appointment has been made for three years with effect from August 10. His tenure may also be
extended for two more years. He had held senior positions in L&T Finance Holdings and he has served
as the Chief Operating Officer at IL&FS till July 31, 2020.
8. Which technology company released the ‘Security Endpoint Threat Report 2019’?
[A] Google
[B] Microsoft
[C] Amazon
[D] Apple
Answer: Microsoft
Major technology company Microsoft has unveiled the latest edition of its Security Endpoint Threat
Report 2019.
As per the report, India has been placed among the countries with the highest cryptocurrency mining
encounters in the last year. India registered the seventh highest malware encounter rate in the past year
and the third highest ransomware encounter rate across the Asia-Pacific region.
9. The Indian Government has imposed safeguard duty on which product till July 2021, to protect domestic
manufacturers?
[A] Medical devices
[B] Solar cells

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[D] Electronics
Answer: Solar cells
The Indian Government has imposed safeguard duty on solar cells for one more year till July 2021 to
protect domestic manufacturers.
This move will also discourage cheap imports from countries like China. Directorate General of Trade
Remedies (DGTR), the investigative arm of the Commerce Ministry had recommended to the Department
of Revenue for this imposition of duty.
10. Which Public sector Unit has partnered with IIT- Kanpur, for training and research of Smart Grid
Technology?
[A] NTPC Ltd
[B] Power Finance Corporation
[C] ONGC Ltd
[D] REC Ltd
Answer: Power Finance Corporation
India’s leading NBFC and a Public sector Unit (PSU) under Ministry of Power, Power Finance Corporation
(PFC) has partnered with Indian Institute of Technology- Kanpur (IIT-K) for Training and Research in
Smart Grid Technology
Under the agreement, PFC will provide financial assistance of over Rs 2 Crore to the institution under its
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative. This is expected to promote research and
Entrepreneurship Development in the field.
11. When is ‘World Day against Trafficking in Persons’ observed?
[A] July 30
[B] July 31
[C] August 1
[D] August 2
Answer: July 30
‘World Day against Trafficking in Persons’ is observed every year on July 30 across the world, to raise
awareness of the situation of victims of human trafficking and for protection of their rights.
In the year 2013, the United Nations General Assembly held a high-level meeting to review the Global
Plan of Action and designated July 30 as the World Day against Trafficking in Persons. The United
Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) assists member countries in their efforts.
12. Which country has approved a law that gives more power to regulate social media content?
[A] China
[B] North Korea
[C] Turkey
[D] Russia
Answer: Turkey
The Parliament of Turkey approved a new legislation that gives its authorities more power to regulate
social media content.
As per the law, major social media companies such as Facebook and Twitter will have to keep
representative offices and also would store user data in Turkey. The government said this law will
combat cyber-crime and protect users and Authorities can remove cyber bullying posts.
13. Which trade association organised the “National Digital conference on Ease of Doing Business for

Atmanirbhar Bharat”? https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[A] FICCI
[B] CII
[C] ASSOCHAM
[D] NASSCOM
Answer: CII
Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) organised the “National Digital conference on Ease of Doing
Business for Atmanirbhar Bharat”.
Union Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the conference and said that the country is heading
towards a complete digital eco-system. He also said that the government is aiming to cover the entire
nation through optic fibres in the next two years.
14. Sonam Tshering Lepcha, who has passed away, was associated with which field?
[A] Space
[B] Music
[C] Politics
[D] Business
Answer: Music
Veteran Folk musician Sonam Tshering Lepcha has recently passed away at Kalimpong, West Bengal at
the age of 92.
He travelled to various parts of Sikkim and compiled several Indian folk and traditional Lepcha songs.
He was also known for his efforts to popularise and represent Lepcha culture. He was awarded the
prestigious Padma Shri award by the Government.
15. Which major Technology Company is to launch ‘Project Kuiper’, for building satellite infrastructure?
[A] Google
[B] Amazon
[C] Facebook
[D] Apple
Answer: Amazon
Technology giant Amazon recently announced that it will invest more than USD 10 billion to build a
network of over 3000 satellites.
The network is expected to provide high-speed broadband internet services to people around the world.
Named as ‘Project Kuiper’, the plan aims to build a network of low-Earth orbit (LEO) satellites. This will
compete with the SpaceX’s Starlink network.
16. Which day is observed in India, to mark the anniversary of the passage of Law against Triple Talaq?
[A] Muslim Women’s Rights Day
[B] Abolition of Triple Talaq Day
[C] Protection of Women Day
[D] Gender Equality Day
Answer: Muslim Women’s Rights Day
Muslim Women’s Rights Day is being observed on July 31, to commemorate the first anniversary of the
passage of law against instant Triple Talaq.
On the same day in 2019, the Union Government passed the Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on
Marriage) Act that prohibits the practice of instant divorce. As per the law, any violation of the law is
punishable by jail term of up to three years. The Supreme Court of India declared this practice as
unconstitutional.
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to partner with Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) to
procure products for its personnel?
[A] Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
[B] Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
[C] Border Security Force (BSF)
[D] Central Industrial Security Force (CISF)
Answer: Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) signed a deal with the Khadi and Village Industries Commission
(KVIC) to procure products for its personnel.
ITBP became the first Central Armed Police Force to sign such an agreement with KVIC to procure a
rande of khadi goods for around 10 lakh personnel. Earlier, the Home Ministry announced that CAPF
canteens will only sell local-made products.
18. Which international bloc has imposed its first-ever sanctions over cyber attacks on organisations of
Russia, China and North Korea?
[A] G-20
[B] G-7
[C] European Union
[D] ASEAN
Answer: European Union
The European Union has imposed its first-ever sanctions over cyber attacks, on alleged agents, spies
and firms of Russia, China and North Korea.
Six people and three groups which have been hit with sanctions also include the GRU military
intelligence agency of Russia. The agency was earlier blamed by the European Union for the 2017
WannaCry ransomware and NotPetya malware attacks and a cyber espionage campaign.
19. Cabinet approved the MoU signed by India with which country, in the field of Traditional Systems of
Medicine and Homeopathy?
[A] Australia
[B] Zimbabwe
[C] Austria
[D] Finland
Answer: Zimbabwe
The Union Cabinet of India has given approval to Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between
India and Zimbabwe on cooperation in the field of Traditional Systems of Medicine and Homeopathy.
The MoU that was originally signed on November 3, 2018, will mutually benefit the two countries in the
field of Traditional Medicine including recognition of educational qualifications, provision of
scholarships etc.
20. SABIC chemical plant that is set to become the world’s first to run entirely on renewable power, is
located in which country?
[A] Russia
[B] Spain
[C] Germany
[D] United Kingdom
Answer: Spain
Global chemical company SABIC’s polycarbonate plant in Spain is set to become the world’s first that
will run entirely on renewable power.
The Riyadh-headquartered company has signed a major agreement with an electricity utility company
Iberdrola, in this regard. This plant is expected to be completely operational by the year 2024.
21. Which organisation released the report “The Toxic Truth: Children’s exposure to lead pollution
undermines a generation of potential”?
[A] UNESCO
[B] World Health Organisation
[C] UNICEF
[D] Food and Agricultural Organisation
Answer: UNICEF
United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) and non-profit Pure Earth jointly released a report titled “The
Toxic Truth: Children’s exposure to lead pollution undermines a generation of potential”.
As per the report, one third of the world’s children (800 million) are affected by lead poisoning and 275
million of them are in India. The report also highlights that around half of the affected children were
from South Asia. Informal recycling of lead-acid batteries is a major contributor to lead poisoning.
22. What is the name of India’s solar-powered ferry that has won the prestigious Gustave Trouve Award?
[A] Aditya
[B] Arunan
[C] Ravikant
[D] Soorya
Answer: Aditya
India’s solar-powered ferry Aditya has won the prestigious Gustave Trouve Award for Excellence in
Electric Boats and Boating.
It has been named the best electric boat in the category of ferries designed for paid passenger service.
Aditya was the first solar-powered ferry of the country when it began its operations in 2017 in Kerala.
The ferry built by NavAlt Boats belongs to the Kerala State Water Transport Department.
23. Mahatma Gandhi Setu (bridge), that was seen in news, is located in which state?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Bihar
[C] Gujarat
[D] Uttarakhand
Answer: Bihar
Union Minister for Road Transport, Highways Nitin Gadkari inaugurated the upstream lane of Mahatma
Gandhi bridge, through video conference.
The 5.5 km four lane bridge is built over river Ganga connecting Patna and Hajipur of Bihar. The
reconstruction work of this bridge started in the year 2017 and the cost outlay is Rs 1742 crore. The
downstream lane of the bridge is to be completed by 2021. The concrete structure of the old bridge will
be replaced by new steel deck.
24. Which Union Ministry has received SKOCH Gold Award for its IT enabled Scholarship Schemes?
[A] Ministry of HRD
[B] Ministry of Tribal Affairs
[C] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[D] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer: Ministry of Tribal Affairs
Ministry of Tribal Affairs (MoTA) has received SKOCH Gold Award for its “Empowerment of Tribals

through IT enabled Scholarship Schemes”. https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
The 66th SKOCH award ceremony was organised on the title “India responds to Covid through Digital
Governance”. The Tribal affairs won the award in ‘Digital India & E-Governance’ competition. The
Ministry had integrated its 5 Scholarship Schemes with Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) Portal.
25. Who is the Chairman of the High-Level Group on Agricultural Exports set up by the Fifteenth Finance
Commission?
[A] Narendra Singh Tomar
[B] Radha Singh
[C] Sanjiv Puri
[D] Preeti Sudan
Answer: Sanjiv Puri
The 15th Finance Commission had set up an eight-member High-Level Group on Agricultural Exports
headed by the Chairman of ITC, Sanjiv Puri.
It was set up to recommend performance incentives for States to encourage agricultural exports. The
group has recently submitted the report that recommended a State-led Export Plan for a crop Value
chain cluster (VCC). It also suggested to focus on 22 crop value chains.
26. Which former RBI Governor was appointed as an independent Director in Great Eastern Shipping
Company?
[A] Raghuram Rajan
[B] Urjit Patel
[C] Y V Reddy
[D] D Subba Rao
Answer: Urjit Patel
India’s largest private shipping company, Great Eastern Shipping Company has named former Reserve
Bank of India Governor Urjit Patel as an additional and Independent director.
The Mumbai headquartered company has named him for a term of five years with effect from August 1,
2020. Urjit Patel served as the 24th governor of the RBI from September 2016 to December 2018.
27. Hamed Bakayoko has been named as the Prime Minister of which country?
[A] Ivory Coast
[B] Guinea
[C] Liberia
[D] Ghana
Answer: Ivory Coast
The former Defence Minister of the African country Ivory Coast Hamed Bakayoko, has been recently
named as the Prime Minister of the country.
Earlier, the previous Prime Minister Amadou Gon Coulibaly passed away suddenly on July 8 and Hamed
Bakayoko has been serving as the acting Prime Minister. The 55-year old leader has been serving as the
Defence Minister since 2017 after serving as the Interior Minister since 2011.
28. Which global firm became the world’s most valuable publicly listed company, after surpassing Saudi
Aramco?
[A] Apple
[B] Amazon
[C] Reliance
[D] Google

Answer: Apple https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
Apple surpassed multinational petroleum company Saudi Aramco to become the world’s most valuable
publicly listed company.
The market capitalisation of the technology company surged to USD 1.82 trillion, as per the regulatory
filing of the company. Whereas, the market capitalisation of Aramco stood at USD 1.760 trillion.
29. Who has assumed office as the Union Health Secretary of India in August 2020?
[A] Rajesh Bhushan
[B] S Jai Shankar
[C] M Siva Shankar
[D] Anil Swarup
Answer: Rajesh Bhushan
Veteran bureaucrat Rajesh Bhushan has recently assumed charge as the Union Health Secretary. He will
succeed the previous Health Secretary Preeti Sudan.
Preeti Sudan superannuated and she was given a three-month extension in April. Rajesh Bhushan is a
1987 batch Bihar cadre IAS officer. He has been serving as an Officer on Special Duty in the Ministry of
Health from April.
30. India observed the 100th death anniversary of which freedom fighter, on August 1?
[A] Lala Lajpat Rai
[B] Bal Gangadhar Tilak
[C] Subash Chandra Bose
[D] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: Bal Gangadhar Tilak
The 100th death anniversary of Lokmanya Bal Gangadhar Tilak is being observed on 1st August, across
the country.
Tilak was a prominent extremist leader in the Indian National Congress. Being an integral part of the Lal-
Bal-Pal trio, he proclaimed “Swaraj is my birth right and I shall have it”. Tilak was born on July 23, 1856
in Maharashtra and passed away on August 1 in the year 1920.
31. Which country successfully operated Arab world’s first nuclear power reactor?
[A] Kuwait
[B] United Arab Emirates
[C] Qatar
[D] Oman
Answer: United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates has successfully commenced operation of the Arab world’s first commercial
nuclear power plant.
The Barakah reactor is located in the oil-rich city of the UAE, Abu Dhabi. With the commission, the UAE
joins the group of 30 countries that can generate nuclear energy. It is built and run by a joint venture with
Korea Electric Power Corporation.
32. Which major technology company launched the second phase of ‘More Together’ campaign in India?
[A] Amazon
[B] Microsoft
[C] Facebook
[D] Google
Answer: Facebook

Facebook has recently launched the second phase of its consumer marketing campaign ‘More Together’
in India.
The first phase was rolled out in the month of March 2020. Through the campaign, Facebook will
spotlight people who connected with one another through Facebook for the first time and jointly
addressed many challenges
33. What is the theme of ‘World Breastfeeding Week’ 2020?
[A] Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet
[B] Innocenti Declaration Anniversary
[C] Exclusive breastfeeding
[D] Support Lactating mothers
Answer: Support breastfeeding for a healthier planet
World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated during the first week of August (August 1-7) across the world in
many countries.
The campaign was initially organised by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA) in
association with the World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF in 1992. The week also marks the
signing of the Innocenti Declaration. The theme of this year is “Support breastfeeding for a healthier
planet”.
34. Where is the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) located?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Varanasi
[C] New Delhi
[D] Ahmadabad
Answer: New Delhi
The All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) is an apex Ayurveda medicine and research institution located
in New Delhi.
It was seen in news as the institute has started providing free testing and treatment to patients in its
COVID 19 Health Centre (CHC). AYUSH Minister Shri Naik inaugurated the ventilator-equipped Intensive
Care Unit of the centre as well as a COVID Call Centre at AIIA.
35. MyGov platform has announced a Logo design contest for which government program in August 2020?
[A] AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
[B] Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana
[C] Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
[D] One Nation One Ration Card
Answer: AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan
The Government of India has announced a Logo design contest for the flagship initiative ‘AatmaNirbhar
Bharat Abhiyan’.
The ‘AatmaNirbhar Bharat Logo Design Contest’ is to be conducted through MyGov platform. As per the
notification, the last date of submission of entries is 5th August 2020. The winning logo with the most
distinct and creative design will win a cash award of Rs 25000.
36. Which Indian journalist has been named the winner of Prem Bhatia Award for political reporting?
[A] Dipankar Ghose
[B] Ravish Kumar
[C] Siddharth Varadarajan
[D] Malini Parthasarathy

Answer: Dipankar Ghose https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
Indian journalist and Special Correspondent of the Indian Express Dipankar Ghose has won the Prem
Bhatia Award for political reporting.
He covered various issues related to the Covid-19 pandemic including the migrant labour crisis. People’s
Archive of Rural India (PARI), a journalism website has been selected for the award for the reporting on
environmental and development issues.
37. What is the name of the programme launched by the Health Minister to promote scientific temper
among school students?
[A] India studies Science
[B] Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan
[C] Science Bolta Hai
[D] Vigyan hi Vikas
Answer: Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan
Union Health and Family Welfare Minister Harsh Vardhan launched a national- level programme named
‘Vidyarthi Vigyan Manthan’ 2020-21.
This initiative aims to promote scientific temper among school students of Class 6 to 11. It is jointly
organised by Vijnana Bharati, in collaboration with Vigyan Prasar, an autonomous organisation under
Science and Technology Ministry and NCERT of Education Ministry. It identifies and trains bright
students with interest in Science.
38. Who is set to become the first non-white person to feature on a British coin?
[A] Babasaheb Ambedkar
[B] Mahatma Gandhi
[C] Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose
[D] Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: Mahatma Gandhi
The United Kingdom is set to imprint the image of Mahatma Gandhi in a new set of coins, as a part of
efforts to celebrate the contributions of non-white individuals.
Rishi Sunak, the Chancellor of the Exchequer has sent the recommendation to the Royal Mint Advisory
Committee (RMAC). It is conducting a campaign called “We Too Built Britain”. If the coins are minted
with Gandhi’s image, he would be the first non-White person to feature on a British coin.
39. Where is the headquarters of the Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) located?
[A] Mumbai
[B] New Delhi
[C] Gandhi Nagar
[D] Kolkata
Answer: New Delhi
Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) is an autonomous organisation of the Government of India
head-quartered in New Delhi.
It promotes India’s external cultural relations by cultural exchange. The council was founded by the first
Education Minister of independent India, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad in the year 1950. ICCR recently
organised a two-day international webinar on the theme of ‘Lokmanya Tilak – Swaraj to Self-reliant
India’.
40. Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has launched a programme for Agarbatti
artisans under which scheme?

[A] Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[B] Gramodyog Vikas Yojana

[C] Start-up India Scheme
[D] Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana
Answer: Gramodyog Vikas Yojana
Ministry of Micro Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) has recently approved a programme for
artisans who make Agarbatti.
The programme aims to develop village industry under ‘Gramodyog Vikas Yojana’. Under the programme,
four pilot projects will be started that includes one in the North Eastern part of the country. Each cluster
of artisans will be provided with automatic Agarbatti making machines.
41. Which zone of the Indian Railways operated the first-ever Vyapar Mala Express train?
[A] Central Railway
[B] Northern Railway
[C] North-Eastern Railway
[D] East Coast Railway
Answer: Northern Railway
Northern Railway operated the first-ever Vyapar Mala Express train from Delhi to Jirania in Tripura. It has
46 wagons and 34 of them were loaded with wheat and the remaining with rice and pulses.
Railways is said to have earned more than 94 lakh rupees from this Vyapar Mala Express train. This is an
express service which aims to reach its destination in a shorter time, as the train will be monitored on a
real-time basis.
42. Which England cricketer has been made the member of House of Lords of the British Parliament?
[A] Ian Botham
[B] Viv Richards
[C] Bob Willis
[D] David Bower
Answer: Ian Botham
Veteran England all-rounder Ian Botham has been made a member of the House of Lords of the British
Parliament.
The 64-year-old former England captain is the first cricketer to be awarded this honour since 2011. He is
among the 36 new members announced by the Government. He was knighted in the year 2007 for his
services in cricket and in the field of charity.
43. Amar Singh, who passed away recently, was related to which field?
[A] Sports
[B] Politics
[C] Literature
[D] Arts
Answer: Politics
Rajya Sabha member Amar Singh has recently passed away at the age of 64. He was undergoing
treatment in hospital for the past few months.
Several political leaders condoled the death of Amar Singh. He was a businessman turned Politician who
had acquaintances in all major parties. He was active in his social media account even during last week.
44. ‘Indira Rasoi Yojana’ is a welfare scheme of which Indian state?
[A] Punjab

[B] Rajasthan https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] Mizoram
Answer: Rajasthan
The Rajasthan state government is set to launch the ‘Indira Rasoi Yojana’ in urban areas of the state
from August 20.
Under the scheme, the poor and needy people will get nutritious food for Rs 8. As many as 358 kitchens
in 213 urban bodies will be made functional. The state government is to spend Rs 100 crore per year on
this scheme.
45. When is Sanskrit Diwas (Sanskrit Day) 2020 celebrated?
[A] August 3
[B] August 4
[C] August 5
[D] August 6
Answer: August 3
Sanskrit Diwas also known as ‘Vishva samskrita dinam’ is celebrated on the full moon of the ‘Shravana’
month of Hindu calendar.
This year, Sanskrit Day that promotes the revival of the language is celebrated on August 3. All India
Radio broadcasted the first special program in Sanskrit titled ‘Bahujan Bhasha – Sanskrit Bhasha’ to
mark the occasion.
46. Which oil company has formed a Joint Venture to manufacture Bitumen Derivatives?
[A] Indian Oil
[B] Hindstan Petroleum
[C] Oil and Natural Gas Corporation

[D] Bharat Petroleum
Answer: Indian Oil
State-owned oil and gas company and the largest commercial oil company in the country, Indian Oil has
partnered with France’s Total.
The Joint Venture has been formed to make Superior Quality Bitumen derivatives and specialty products
for India’s road construction industry. The JB would initially take over the existing plant of Total at
Jodhpur, Rajasthan and then invest Rs 226 crore to set up six new plants across India.
47. Which sports association has declared that it will pardon the players who voluntarily declare age fraud?
[A] Board of Control for Cricket in India
[B] Hockey India
[C] Athletics Federation of India
[D] Badminton Association of India
Answer: Board of Control for Cricket in India
The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has recently announced that it will pardon the players
who voluntarily declare age fraud.
It will grant amnesty to registered players who voluntarily declare that they have manipulated their date
of birth but those who found to have breached the scheme would be granted a two-year suspension.
Then, they will not be allowed to participate in any age group tournaments of BCCI and the State boards.
48. Where is the Indian Premier League’s (IPL) 2020 edition to be held?

[A] United Arab Emirates https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[B] Singapore
[C] Malaysia
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: United Arab Emirates
The Union Government has provisionally granted permission for the Indian Premier League’s (IPL) 2020
edition to be scheduled in the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
Due to the Covid-19 outbreak, the IPL governing council had earlier postponed the tournament. It is to be
held from September 19 to November 10 across Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah, after the final clearances
from the Indian government.
49. Which racing driver has won the British Grand Prix tournament?
[A] Michael Schumacher
[B] Valtteri Bottas
[C] Lewis Hamilton
[D] Max Verstappen
Answer: Lewis Hamilton
British racing driver Lewis Hamilton has recently won the British Grand Prix tournament, to clinch his
87th career victory.
Red Bull’s Max Verstappen came second and is followed by Charles Leclerc who finished third for
Ferrari. Due to a technical glitch, Valtteri Bottas had to come back for a tire change and he could get
only 11th spot. Four-time F1 champion Sebastian Vettel was placed 10th.
50. What is the name of the book that has been released with essays on Swachh Bharat Mission?
[A] Swachh Bharat Kranti
[B] SBM Chronicles
[C] Swachh Bharat Kitab
[D] Swachh Bharat Records
Answer: Swachh Bharat Kranti
Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, and Union Minister of Textiles and Women &
Child Development Smriti Irani officially launched the book with essays on the journey of Swachh Bharat
Mission.
Named the ‘Swachh Bharat Kranti’ (Swachh Bharat Revolution), it has been edited by the Secretary of the
Department of Water and Sanitation and has been translated to Hindi. The book has as many as 35
essays by several stake holders involved in the mission.
51. Which Indian city featured in the ‘Top 20 Most Surveilled Cities’ survey conducted by Comparitech?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Chennai
[D] New Delhi
Answer: Hyderabad
Hyderabad has been ranked 16th among the ‘Top 20 Most Surveilled Cities globally’, according to a
report published by Comparitech.
In the survey conducted by the UK-based firm, Hyderabad topped the country with its 3 lakh CCTV
cameras to organise surveillance operations in a city of over 1 crore. The Taiyum city of China was
ranked at the top spot with 4.65 lakh CCTV cameras.

52. Which company has been approved tohttps://t.me/gktodaypdf2020

set up the third Power exchange of India?
[A] PTC India
[B] REC Ltd
[C] Oil India
[D] Tata Power
Answer: PTC India
PTC India Limited, previously called as Power Trading Corporation of India has been approved to set up
the third Power exchange of India.
At present, India has two power exchanges namely Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) and Power Exchange
India (PXIL), to enable over-the-counter sale and purchase of power. The Central Electricity Regulatory
Commission has approved the proposal of PTC India made along with BSE Investments and ICICI Bank.
53. Which Indian state has signed an MoU with leading MNCs such as ITC, P&G and Hindustan Unilever, for
women empowerment?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Kerala
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
The state government of Andhra Pradesh signed an MoU with leading Multinational companies such as
ITC, Procter and Gamble and Hindustan Unilever Limited.
The MoU seeks to conduct skill-based training programmes for women in rural areas of the state aged
between 45-60 years. The state would also launch a scheme called YSR Cheyutha to provide financial
assistance to women belonging to backward and scheduled communities.
54. India has contributed USD 15.46 million to which international Partnership Fund?
[A] India-UN Development Partnership Fund
[B] India- BIMSTEC Fund
[C] G20 Partnership Fund
[D] ASEAN Partnership Fund
Answer: India-UN Development Partnership Fund
India has recently contributed a sum of USD 15.46 million to the India-UN Development Partnership
Fund.
India’s Permanent Representative to the UN Ambassador T S Tirumurti handed over it to the United
Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC). This UN Office manages the India-UN
Development Partnership Fund. In the 15 million fund, USD 6 million goes to the overall fund and the
remaining to the Commonwealth countries.
55. Which Indian state is to set up the country’s first snow leopard conservation centre?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Sikkim
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Uttarakhand
The Chief Minister of Uttarakhand Trivendra Singh Rawat announced that the state will set up the
country’s first snow leopard conservation centre.
The centre will be opened in the Uttarkashi forest division in the state. It is to set up jointly with the
United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) as a part of its six-year long project called ‘SECURE
Himalayas’. It was started in 2017 to conserve snow leopards and other endangered species in the
Himalayas.
56. Which Indian bank is set to launch an Artificial-Intelligence powered multilingual voice bot ‘AXAA’?
[A] HDFC Bank
[B] ICICI Bank
[C] Yes Bank
[D] Axis Bank
Answer: Axis Bank
India’s leading private sector bank Axis Bank is set to launch a an Artificial-Intelligence powered
multilingual voice bot ‘AXAA’.
The bank has entered into a partnership with a Bengaluru start-up Vernacular.ai in this regard. The
partnership aims to optimise AI-based voice solutions and automate customer interactions through
human-like dialogues.
57. The first anniversary of the creation of which Union Territory/ies was observed on August 5?
[A] Dadra & Nagar Haveli
[B] Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
[C] Chandigarh
[D] Goa
Answer: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
On August 5 2019, the special status of Article 370 and 35-A of the erstwhile state of Jammu and
Kashmir was abrogated and it was bifurcated into two Union Territories.
The first anniversary of the event was observed on the same day this year. During the past year, several
initiatives carried out in the UTs include National Generic Document Registration System (NGDRS),
Extension of all allowances of Central Government employees, J&K Socially and Educationally Backward
Classes Commission.
58. Which telecom company of India has partnered with Amazon Web Services to provide cloud solutions to
businesses?
[A] Jio
[B] Airtel
[C] BSNL
[D] Vodafone Idea
Answer: Airtel
India’s leading telecom operator Bharti Airtel Ltd and the cloud services subsidiary of Amazon, Amazon
Web Services (AWS), entered into a strategic partnership to provide a range of cloud solutions to large,
small and medium businesses.
The partnership aims to develop products that provides security to remote working. Under the
partnership, Airtel Cloud will build an Amazon Web Services (AWS) Cloud Practise and develop Airtel
Cloud products.
59. Which institute has developed the first ICMR-approved mobile RT-PCR lab?
[A] AIIMS
[B] IISc Bengaluru
[C] IIT- Guwahati
[D] IIT- Delhi
Answer: IISc Bengaluru

The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, has developed the country’s first ICMR-approved mobile
RT-PCR lab.
Called the MITR (Mobile Infection Testing and Reporting) lab, it is capable of conducting 9000 tests per
month. The lab than can produce 100% accurate results within four hours, has been handed over to the
Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Sciences (RGUHS).
60. Which global organisation has estimated that about 24 million additional children may drop out of
school?
[A] World Bank
[B] World Economic Forum
[C] UNESCO
[D] International Monetary Fund
Answer: UNESCO
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) has estimated that
around 24 million children may drop out of their schools next year.
UNESCO released a policy brief on the Covid-19 pandemic’s impact on education. It also estimated that
the educational financing gap is also likely to increase by one third. Girls and young women are likely
more vulnerable to child marriage, early pregnancy and gender-based violence.
61. As per the Petroleum Ministry, what is the minimum net worth to be eligible for obtaining license to sell
petrol and diesel?
[A] Rs 100 crore
[B] Rs 200 crore
[C] Rs 500 crore
[D] Rs 1000 crore
Answer: Rs 500 crore
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas has recently revised the guidelines to be eligible for obtaining
the liberalised licence to sell petrol and diesel to retail and bulk consumers.
As per the new guidelines, a net worth of at least Rs 500 crore at the time of application is eligible for
selling both bulk and retail. The net worth of Rs 250 crore can get a license for either retail or bulk
selling. The simplified guidelines aim to increase private sector participation in the marketing of petrol
and diesel.
62. The Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN) is being implemented under which programme?
[A] National Health Mission
[B] Ajeevika
[C] Indra Dhanush
[D] Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
Answer: National Health Mission
The Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is implementing the Electronic Vaccine Intelligence
Network (eVIN) under the National Health Mission (NHM).
It is an innovative technological solution that aims to strengthen immunization supply chain system
across the country. It aims to provide real-time information on vaccine stocks and storage
temperatures. At present the network has been used in 22 states and will be rolled out in all states.
63. The ‘COVID19BWM’ mobile app that was seen in news recently, has been developed by which
organisation?
[A] Central Pollution Control Board

[B] National Green Tribunal https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[C] National Institute of Virology

[D] Bureau of Indian Standards
Answer: Central Pollution Control Board
The Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has recently developed a mobile application named
‘COVID19BWM’.
Municipal corporations and state pollution boards are directed to upload data regarding collection and
disposal of Covid-19 biomedical waste from residences and quarantine centres, in the app. This was
also mandated by the Supreme Court.
64. Which Indian state launched ‘Saheed Mahendra Karma Tendupatta Sangrahak Samajik Suraksha
Yojana’?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Odisha
[C] Chhattisgarh
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Chhattisgarh
The state government of Chhattisgarh has launched a social security scheme for Tendupatta (Tendu
leaves) collectors.
The scheme was named as ‘Saheed Mahendra Karma Tendupatta Sangrahak Samajik Suraksha Yojana’,
after the Congress leader Mahendra Karma, who was killed by rebels in the year 2013. The scheme aims
to provide financial support to families of tendupatta labourers.
65. India extended a Line of Credit of USD 18 million to which country, to expand fishing facilities?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Maldives
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: Maldives
Indian Government has recently extended a Line of Credit worth 18 million US dollars to the Government
of Maldives.
LoC has been extended for expanding fishing facilities at Maldives Industrial Fisheries Company
(MIFCO). This is a part of the Line of credit worth USD 800 million Line of credit offered by India to the
country.
66. Who is the Chairperson of the Expert Committee on Debt resolution, constituted by the Reserve Bank of
India (RBI)?
[A] Usha Thorat
[B] Urjit Patel
[C] K V Kamath
[D] N K Singh
Answer: K V Kamath
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted an expert group on Debt resolution under the chairmanship of
KV Kamath.
The committee would recommend to the RBI on the financial parameters and their sector-specific
benchmark ranges, for deploying in Debt resolution plans. RBI will provide a window under the
‘Prudential Framework on Resolution of Stressed Assets’.

67. Where is the Headquarters of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) located?
[A] New Delhi

[B] Mumbai
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Gurgaon
Answer: New Delhi
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) is the apex institution to implement the Insolvency
and Bankruptcy Code (IBC), which provides a time-bound realisation of stressed assets. It is
headquartered at New Delhi.
IBBI has recently amended regulations related to liquidation process and provided clarifications on fee
payable to liquidators. At present, the Committee of Creditors (CoC) fixes the fee payable to the
liquidator. The liquidator is entitled to the fee corresponding to the amount realised or distributed by
him.
68. The first Kisan Rail has been flagged off between Maharashtra and which state?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Odisha
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Bihar
Union Minister of Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar and Railway Minister Piyush Goyal virtually
flagged off the first ‘Kisan Rail’.’
The First Special Parcel Train will transport perishable goods such as vegetables and fruits between
Maharashtra’s Devlali and Bihar’s Danapur Railway station. The train would stop at several stations and
pick-up and deliver goods. It will cover a distance of 1519 kilometers in around 32 hours.
69. What is the name of the new interactive centre on the Swachh Bharat Mission, located near Raj Ghat,
Delhi?
[A] Rashtriya Swachhata Kendra
[B] SBM Kendra
[C] Swachhata Kranti
[D] SBM House
Answer: Rashtriya Swachhata Kendra
Prime Minister Narendra Modi is to inaugurate the ‘Rashtriya Swachhata Kendra’, an interactive
experience centre on the Swachh Bharat Mission (SBM).
It was first announced by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the year 2017, on the occasion of the
centenary celebrations of Gandhiji’s Champaran Satyagraha. The Rashtriya Swachhata Kendra complex
comprises of audio-visual show explaining the journey of the country in implementing the SBM.
70. Which Indian state/UT has launched its own Electric Vehicle Policy?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] New Delhi
[C] Karnataka
[D] Telangana
Answer: New Delhi
The Delhi government has launched the UT’s own Electric Vehicle Policy that aims to boost the economy
and reduce the pollution level.
The Government will also introduce financial incentives for people to buy e-vehicles in the range of Rs
30000 for two-wheelers and auto-rickshaws and Rs 150,000 for cars. The policy also offers subsidies
and waive road tax and registration fee for electric vehicles.
71. Which Indian organisation releases Business Confidence Index (BCI)?
[A] National Council of Applied Economic Research
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] National Development Council
[D] Centre for Policy Research
Answer: National Council of Applied Economic Research
The National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) releases the Business Confidence Index
(BCI) and Business Expectation Survey (BES).
As per the recent survey conducted by NCAER, the Business Confidence Index fell to 62% from the last
year’s level. The index recorded in the first quarter of this fiscal is the lowest index since 1991. During
the period, the BCI for North India increased by 25.1% and decreased by 89.3% and 68.1% for East and
West India.
72. The Export Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank) has extended a USD 250 million worth LoC to which
country, to improve its power supply quality?
[A] Mozambique
[B] Maldives
[C] Malaysia
[D] Mauritius
Answer: Mozambique
Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank) has extended a USD 250-million worth Line of credit (LOC) to
Mozambique to improve power supply quality in the country.
With the signing of this LoC Agreement, India has so far extended 14 LoCs to Mozambique worth USD
772.44 million. A total of 264 LoCs have been extended to as many as 62 countries across the world
around USD 25.98 billion.
73. Which country has issued order that would ban TikTok and WeChat in 45 days when not sold by their
parent companies?
[A] Russia
[B] United States
[C] United Kingdom
[D] Australia
United States President Donald Trump has issued orders that would ban the social media applications
TikTok and WeChat from operating in the United States in 45 days, if they are not sold by their Chinese-
owned parent companies.
The order bans any transaction by any person, with respect to any property with the Chinese company
that owns the social media platform, ByteDance Ltd.
74. Which country is set to host the 2021 International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup?
[A] South Africa
[B] India
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Pakistan
Answer: India

As per the recent notification of the International Cricket Council (ICC), India retained the right to host
the 2021 T20 World Cup.
ICC also announced that Australia will conduct this year’s (T20 World Cup 2020) postponed edition of
the World Cup Tournament in 2022. Next year’s women’s ODI World Cup in New Zealand has been
postponed till February-March 2022.
75. Rajamalai, where a massive landslide has occurred, is located in which state?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Kerala
A massive landslide occurred at Rajamalai, Idukki district of Kerala after torrential rains. At least 15
people were said to have been died with several people being injured.
More than 50 people among the settlement of tea estate workers in are feared to have been trapped
under debris. A team of the National Disaster Relief Force (NDRF) has been deployed in the rescue
operations.
76. Which Indian state has announced its own new Industrial Policy 2020, with an annual outlay of Rs 8000
crore?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Gujarat
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Gujarat
The state government of Gujarat has announced its new Industrial Policy 2020 for the State, with an
expected annual outlay of up to Rs 8000 crore.
The policy aims to attract investments for job creation, value-addition, adoption of technology among
others. Under the policy, Industries will be able to get government land for projects on long-term lease
up to 50 years, at 6 per cent of the market rate.
77. Which country has declared an ‘Environmental emergency’ after the ship MV Wakashio spilled fuel?
[A] Maldives
[B] Mauritius
[C] Malaysia
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Mauritius
Mauritius has recently declared an ‘Environmental emergency’ after the Japanese-owned ship MV
Wakashio was found spilling tons of fuel.
Prime Minister of Mauritius Pravind Jugnauth announced the decision as the areas that were declared
as ‘very sensitive’ were found as a dark layer in satellite images. The ship was carrying nearly 4,000 tons
of fuel and it had suffered cracks.
78. The Prime Minster of India is to inaugurate a submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) to provide telecom
services to which UT?
[A] Jammu & Kashmir
[B] Andaman and Nicobar Islands
[C] Lakshadweep

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Answer: Andaman and Nicobar Islands

The Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi will inaugurate the submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC)
connecting Chennai and Port Blair.
This new network will provide fast and reliable mobile and landline telecom services to the Andaman
and Nicobar Islands. The project was announced by the Prime Minister in the year 2018. About 2,300 km
of Submarine Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) has been laid at a cost of over Rs 1200 crore.
79. When is International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples or World Tribal Day celebrated?
[A] August 9
[B] August 10
[C] August 11
[D] August 12
Answer: August 9
The International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples or World Tribal Day is celebrated on August 9
every year.
The United Nations General Assembly declared the World Tribal Day in the year 1994. It marks the day of
the first meeting of the United Nations Working Group on Indigenous Populations in Geneva in 1982. The
day seeks to promote and protect the rights of the indigenous population.
80. Which Indian state/UT is to set up the country’s first Electric Vehicle park?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Telangana
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Tamil Nadu
The state of Tamil Nadu is to set up a park exclusively for the electric vehicle manufacturing eco-
system. This will be the country’s first such park.
The state is also targeting investments for around Rs 50000 crore and employment for over 1.5 lakh
people in the EV sector. Tamil Nadu had announced a detailed EV policy last year with incentives and
subsidies for manufacture and purchase. The state has signed MoUs with several companies in this
regard.
81. Which is the first Indian city to have female symbols on traffic signals?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Mumbai
[C] Bengaluru
[D] Chennai
Answer: Mumbai
Mumbai has become the first Indian city to display women symbols on traffic signals. The project is
headed by the Ministry of Tourism of the state.
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has installed traffic signals that display female icons
with triangular frock. This is considered as a change from the default representation of male symbols
that ensures gender equality.
82. The ‘Eat Right India’ movement that has won the ‘Food System Vision Prize’, is being implemented by
which organisation?
[A] Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)

[B] Food Corporation of India (FCI) https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[C] Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)

[D] Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)
Answer: Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
India’s food safety regulator, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) on Sunday has
been awarded the ‘Food System Vision Prize’ for its ‘Eat Right India’ movement’s vision.
The award is presented by the Rockefeller Foundation, SecondMuse and OpenIDEO, for recognising the
efforts of organisations across the globe for developing a nourishing and sustainable food system.
Hyderabad-based NGO Naandi Foundation also won the Food Vision Prize.
83. What is the corpus of the Agriculture Infrastructure Fund that was launched by the Prime Minister?
[A] Rs 50000 crore
[B] Rs 1 lakh crore
[C] Rs 2 lakh crore
[D] Rs 5 lakh crore
Answer: Rs 1 lakh crore
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has formally launched the Rs 1 lakh crore worth Agriculture Infrastructure
Fund.
He also handed over Rs 1000 crore to over 2000 farmer societies through video conferencing. The fund
assists farmers, PACS, FPOs and agri-entrepreneurs to build community farming assets and post-
harvest infrastructure. The Prime Minister also released Rs 17000 crore as the 6th instalment of PM
KISAN.
84. Which Indian organisation is celebrating ‘Cleanliness Week’ from August 10, to mark the Independence
Day?
[A] Indian Railways
[B] Airport Authority of India
[C] Indian Space Research Organisation
[D] National Highways Authority
Answer: Indian Railways
Indian Railways is observing ‘Cleanliness Week’ from August 10, to commemorate the Independence
Day.
During the week, a special Cleanliness campaign will be launched and Cleaning of tracks, offices and
other areas near Railway premises will be focussed. Collection of wastes with separate pool of plastic
waste will also be done. Awareness drives will also be organised to keep the places clean.
85. India’s first Silk Training cum Production Center is to be set up in which state?
[A] Arunachal Pradesh
[B] Assam
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) is set to open the country’s first Silk Training cum
Production Center in the state of Arunachal Pradesh.
A school building in the tribal village of Chullyu in the state has been modified into the training cum
production center. KVIC will also conduct training of artisans and support the production of Eri Silk, an
indigenous silk variety of the North Eastern states.

86. Which Indian state has launched its new Industrial Policy 2020-23?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Odisha
The state government of Andhra Pradesh launched its Industrial Development Policy 2020-23. It seeks
to provide best infrastructure, set-up, skilled labour and hand-holding support for units.
The policy aims to give an industry-friendly environment aligned with international standards. Some of
the incentives include reimbursement of 100 % stamp duty, power reimbursement of Rs 1 per unit for
five years, reimbursement of 100 % net SGST for five years, interest subsidy of 3 % for five years, among
others.
87. Matheran hill station, where around 77 new species of butterflies have been found, is located in which
Indian state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Maharashtra
According to the Bombay Natural History Society, as many as 77 new species of butterflies have been
found in the ecologically sensitive forest of Matheran hill station.
It is located about 80 km from Mumbai and is spread over an area of 214.73 sq km. With this, the total
number of butterfly species in the Matheran forest has increased to 140. BNHS conducted the study
over last eight years from 2011 to 2019.
88. As per a recent study, Pathogens named as critical by the WHO is found in which river?
[A] Ganges
[B] Yamuna
[C] Krishna
[D] Kaveri
Answer: Yamuna
As per the research paper published by the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, pathogens named as
critical by the World Health Organisation have been found in the river of Yamuna.
The pathogens were named by the WHO in the year 2017. The multidrug-resistant bacteria that are found
in Yamuna, were found due to the entry of Sewage into the river. Several major sewer drains and the
Yamuna river across New Delhi were studied by the team.
89. The ‘COVAX’ facility that was seen in news recently, is an initiative of which international organisation?
[A] World Bank
[B] World Health Organization
[C] International Monetary Fund
[D] World Economic Forum
Answer: World Health Organization
The World Health Organization (WHO) launched a new initiative named ‘COVAX’, which aims to fast-track
the development of vaccine against the coronavirus.
The WHO recently announced that it is renewing its invite to countries to join its facility. WHO is also in
talks with the manufacturers of the potential vaccines and is gathering funds to promote the mass-
production of vaccine.
90. India signed contract with which country for development of five eco-tourism zones in Addu city?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Maldives
[D] Thailand
Answer: Maldives
India and Maldives recently signed a contract for development of five eco-tourism zones in Addu city of
Maldives.
The development of the eco-tourism zones is a part of the projects being implemented under the High-
Impact Community Development project (HICDP) scheme. It involves a total assistance of USD 5.5
million to the Maldives for high-impact assets development.
91. Manitombi Singh, who has recently passed away, was associated with which sports?
[A] Cricket
[B] Football
[C] Basket ball
[D] Athletics
Answer: Football
Former India footballer who played for Kolkata-based Mohun Bagan football club, Manitombi Singh
passed away at the age of 39, at his native village in Manipur.
Manitombi Singh was a part of the Indian Under-23 team that lifted the 2003 LG Cup by beating Vietnam
3-2. It was India’s first international victory at an 8-nation tournament since 1971. He also played for
India in the 2002 Asian Games. He also served as the Coach for Manipur State League’s Anouba Imagi
Mangal.
92. When is the ‘World Biofuel Day’ is celebrated every year?
[A] 8th August
[B] 9th August
[C] 10th August
[D] 11th August
Answer: 10th August
Every year, 10th of August is observed as World Biofuel Day to create awareness on importance of non-
fossil fuels as an alternative to fossil fuels. It is also aimed at highlighting the various initiatives made
by the Government in the Biofuel sector.
Since 2015, the World Biofuel Day is being observed by Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. A
webinar on this occasion was organized by the Petroleum Ministry, with the theme “Biofuels towards
Atmanirbhar Bharat”.
93. IC IMPACTS is an Annual Research conference between India and which country?
[A] Cuba
[B] Canada
[C] Chile
[D] Cyprus
Answer: Canada
IC-IMPACTS is an Annual Research Conference between India and Canada. ‘IMPACTS’ stands for

Innovative Multidisciplinary Partnership https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020

to Accelerate Community Transformation and Sustainability.
The conference for the current year was held on 6th August, in a virtual mode. The conference discussed
ways of boosting the cooperation between the two countries higher levels by strengthening existing
international links, sharing best practices of two countries, and initiating new collaborations.
94. What is the name of the National Portal launched by the Government of India on Human-Elephant
conflict?
[A] Saurya
[B] Surakhsya
[C] Hathi-Sathi
[D] Gaja Mitra
Answer: Surakhsya
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) of Government of India has launched
a new national portal called SURAKHSYA. It has been launched for real time data collection on Human
Animal conflict.
The portal is launched as a part of the World Elephant Day, which is observed every year on 12th August.
The portal would be used by policy makers for preparation of Action Plans and Strategies to mitigate
conflicts.
95. Indian Army has recently gifted a set of ten ventilators to which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Nepal
A set of 10 ventilators were gifted by the Indian Army to the Army of Nepal in order to support Nepal
tackle Covid-19. The ventilators were handed over by the Indian Ambassador to Nepal to the Nepal Army
Chief.
The ventilators are to be deployed for a broad range of applications and advanced respiratory support.
They are compact in size and are portable for using in intensive care. This assistance is a part of the
humanitarian assistance and relief operations of the Indian Army.
96. Which Non-Profit organization has tied up with Naukri.com for connecting health care professionals
with hospitals?
[A] CRY India
[B] HelpAge India
[C] Smile Foundation
[D] ECHO India
Answer: ECHO India
ECHO India, a Non-Profit healthcare organization, in association with Naukri.com has launched an
initiative named “COVID Health Care Professionals (CHP)”.
The initiative aims to tackle the shortage of healthcare professionals during the COVID-19 pandemic by
deploying trained healthcare professionals at COVID care centre. It is a platform that connects the
professionals who are willing to offer healthcare services with hospitals and other health care facilities.
97. Which Indian Higher Educational Institution has developed a seed ball named ‘BEEG’?
[A] IIT Madras
[B] IIT Kanpur

[C] BITS https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[D] NIT Trichy

Answer: IIT Kanpur
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) – Kanpur has developed BEEG (Bio compost Enriched Eco-
friendly Globule), an indigenous seed ball.
It contains indigenous seeds, compost, and clay. The seed balls, if thrown at target places, would
germinate when comes in contact with water. It is aimed to help farmers to eliminate the requirement
for digging pits and planting samplings during the Covid-19 pandemic.
98. Which state Government has signed a MoU with US-based IT firm The Boston Group (TBG)?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Telangana
The State Government of Andhra Pradesh has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
US-Based IT firm The Boston Group (TBG).
The Boston Group has proposed to set up a dedicated R&D facility for Information Technology at
Visakhapatnam, with a special focus on Artificial Intelligence, Cyber Security and Machine Learning.
This is expected to create new employment opportunities in Andhra Pradesh.
99. The book titled ‘Connecting, Communicating, Changing’ is based on third year of office of which Indian
leader?
[A] Ramnath Kovind
[B] Narendra Modi
[C] Venkiah Nadu
[D] Sunil Arora
Answer: Venkiah Nadu
A book titled ‘Connecting, Communicating, Changing’ will be released by the Defence Minister at Delhi. It
narrates the third year in Office of Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu. The e-version of the book would be
released by Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar.
The book highlights the Vice President’s travel in India & abroad, his interaction with foreign nationals,
world leaders and various sections of the Indian society including farmers, scientists, administrators,
industry leaders and artists, among others.
100. Hassan Diab, who has resigned recently, was the Prime Minister of which country?
[A] Brazil
[B] Lebanon
[C] Australia
[D] New Zealand
Answer: Lebanon
The Prime Minister of Lebanon, Hassan Diab has recently stepped down from his post, after a massive
blast occurred in the country.
The catastrophic explosion in the capital city Beirut, has triggered a public outrage in the country. It has
caused heavy destruction, by killing more than 160 people and injuring over 6,000 people. There have
been mass demonstrations against the Government demanding the steeping down of the leadership.
101. Which country is to offer military airwaves for 5G wireless networks?

[A] China https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[B] United States

[C] Russia
[D] India
The United States has planned to provide its military airwaves for high-speed internet service of 5G
wireless networks.
US authorities announced that radio spectrum used for radar defence systems were identified, which
can be shared with commercial telecom providers. This is expected to push the United States ahead of
China in deploying 5G wireless technology.
102. Which is the first country to approve a vaccine against Covid-19?
[A] Russia
[B] China
[C] United States
[D] United Kingdom
Answer: Russia
Russia has become the first country to register and approve the world’s first Covid-19 vaccine. It has
named the vaccine as ‘Sputnik V’.
This has been named as a reference to the world’s first satellite sent by the country. Russia claims that
is has received requests from more than 20 countries for 1 billion doses of its newly-registered Covid-19
vaccine.
103. Which is the first private company to develop and test fire a rocket engine?
[A] Dhruva Space
[B] Team Indus
[C] Skyroot Aerospace
[D] Agnikul
Answer: Skyroot Aerospace
Founded by two former scientists at the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), the Space tech
start-up Skyroot Aerospace is the first Indian private company to build a homegrown rocket engine.
The company has recently test-fired an upper stage rocket engine successfully. It has also planned to
launch the first satellite into the lower earth orbit by the end of 2021. The company had also
manufactured India’s first 3D printed Cryogenic rocket engine.
104. The webinar titled “Cellular Jail: Letters, Memoirs & Memories” has been organised by which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Ministry of Tourism
[D] Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Tourism
The Union Ministry of Tourism organised a themed webinar titled “Cellular Jail: Letters, Memoirs &
Memories”, as a part of the “Dekho Apna Desh” webinar series. The webinar has been organised ahead
of the 74th Independence Day celebrations.
The Cellular Jail is in Andaman and Nicobar Islands where Indian Nationalist who were part of freedom
struggle were exiled and imprisoned. The Webinar showcased the journey of India’s independence
struggle through the galleries and cells of the Cellular jail.

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with the Armed Forces Medical College has released the guide
named “Building Positive Health in Nine Simple Steps”?
[A] Prime Minister’s Office
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] Office of Principal Scientific Advisor
[D] AIIMS
Answer: Office of Principal Scientific Advisor
The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, in association with the Armed
Forces Medical College has released “Building Positive Health in Nine Simple Steps”.
It is a visual guide for reference by the people to know about the link between their lifestyle and mental
health. The bilingual guide that has been issued in English and Hindi, which would be released in other
regional languages also. The guide has been targeted at Urban audience.
106. Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) has collaborated with which technology company to launch Student
Entrepreneurship Programme (SEP) 2.0?
[A] Amazon
[B] Google
[C] Dell Technologies
[D] Cisco
Answer: Dell Technologies
The Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) in association with Dell Technologies has launched SEP 2.0 (Student
Entrepreneurship Programme 2.0). The programme is launched for the young innovators of Atal
Tinkering Labs (ATLs).
The first version of the SEP was launched in January 2019 and the second series (Sep 2.0) has been
launched now. The program facilitates young student innovators to work in close association with DELL
Technologies. Under this programme, the students would get mentoring support, feedback support and
patenting ideas.
107. When is International Youth Day observed every year?
[A] August 10
[B] August 11
[C] August 12
[D] August 13
Answer: August 12
International Youth Day is celebrated every year on 12th August. The theme of this year’s International
Youth Day is, “Youth Engagement for Global Action”.
In 1998, a resolution to observe August 12 every year as International Youth Day was passed in the
World Conference of Ministers Responsible for Youth, which was hosted by the Government of Portugal
in cooperation with the United Nations.
108. The Medal for Excellence in Investigation that is awarded to Police Personnel is constituted by which
ministry?
[A] Union Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Union Ministry of Defence
[C] Union Ministry of External Affairs
[D] Union Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
Answer: Union Ministry of Home Affairs
The “Union Home Minister’s Medal for Excellence in Investigation”, constituted by the Home Ministry, for
the year 2020 has been awarded to 121 https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020

Police personnel.
This medal was constituted in the year 2018 by the Union Government with the aim to promote
professional standards of investigation of crime. It also stands as a Reward of Excellence in
Investigation by investigating officers.
109. A new Data Recovery Centre named KRISHI MEGH belonging to which organization has been launched
at Hyderabad?
[A] ISRO
[B] NABARD
[C] ICAR
[D] IMD
Answer: ICAR
A Data Recovery Centre of the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) named KRISHI MEGH has
been launched at Hyderabad by the Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar. The objective of
establishing the Recovery Centre is to protect the precious data of ICAR.
It is set up at National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM) in Hyderabad. This
data center has been set up under National Agricultural Higher Education Project (NAHEP), which is
funded by the Government of India and World Bank.
110. The Defence Ministry has proposed to procure 106 Basic Trainer Aircrafts for Indian Air Force from
which aircraft manufacturer?
[A] Dassault Aviation
[B] Boeing
[C] HAL
[D] Rafael
Answer: HAL
The procurement of 106 Basic Trainer Aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for Indian Air
Force has been approved by the Ministry of Defence.
The procurement of 106 HTT-40 aircraft from HAL was approved by Defence Acquisition Council (DAC),
the highest decision-making authority of the Defence Ministry. A total of Defence Acquisition proposals
worth over Rs.8500 crore was cleared by the DAC.
111. What is Ceres, that was referred to in a recent study by the NASA?
[A] Asteroid
[B] Dwarf Planet
[C] Black hole
[D] Comet
Answer: Dwarf Planet
According to a recent data from the NASA’s Dawn Spacecraft, the dwarf planet Ceres, which lies in the
main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, is not a barren space rock.
It was earlier believed that the dwarf planet is barren but the data collected reveal that it is a water-rich
place and there could be a large and deep reservoir of salt water. In the year 2015, the Dawn spacecraft
arrived at Ceres, which us far smaller than the Earth’s moon.
112. Which organisation published a report titled “Elephants. Not commodities”?
[A] World Wide Fund for Nature
[B] World Animal Protection
[C] Green Peace

[D] PETA https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
Answer: World Animal Protection

World Animal Protection, an international animal welfare organisation has released a new report titled
“Elephants. Not commodities”.
The third edition of the report reveals that India has the second-highest number of elephants used in
tourism in Asia. It also reveals that as many as 225 of the elephants, which is more than 45%, were kept
in severely inadequate conditions.
113. Which organisation conducted a survey titled “’Youth and Covid-19: impacts on jobs, education, rights
and mental well-being”?
[A] International Labour Organisation
[B] UNICEF
[C] UNESCO
Answer: International Labour Organisation
The International Labour Organisation (ILO) undertook a survey titled ‘Youth and Covid-19: impacts on
jobs, education, rights and mental well-being’.
As per the survey, almost half of the world’s youth population is undergoing anxiety or depression-
causing situations. More than a third are not sure of their future career prospects due to the Covid-19
pandemic. The survey was conducted to study the effect of pandemic on the lives of youths aged 18 to
29 years.
114. The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has permitted registration of which type of
vehicle without pre fitted batteries?
[A] Electric Vehicles
[B] Solar operated Vehicles
[C] Auto Rickshaws
[D] Defence Vehicles
Answer: Electric Vehicles
The Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) has permitted registration of Electric
Vehicles without pre-fitted batteries.
The ministry has stated that Electric Vehicles without batteries can be sold and registered only with the
type approval certificate issued by the Test Agency. Also, the Ministry has clarified that there is no need
to mention any other details of the Battery for the purpose of Registration.
115. The PM SVANidhi scheme that has crossed a loan sanction mark of 1 lakh, has been launched by
which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Finance
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[D] Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Under the Pradhan Mantri Street Vendors Atma Nirbhar Nidhi (SVANidhi) Scheme which was launched
by Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs, the number of loans sanctioned by Financial Institutions has
crossed 1 lakh mark.
The scheme facilitates sanction of collateral free working capital loans up to Rs.10,000 of 1-year term to
street vendors. The scheme has been launched as a part of the Atma Nirbhar Bharat Financial
Assistance Package for COVID 19.
116. A webinar titled “Weaves of Maharashtra and Textiles of Odisha” was organized by which organization,
along with India Tourism?

[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Press Trust of India
[C] Press Information Bureau
[D] Central Weaving Institute
Answer: Press Information Bureau
A webinar titled “Weaves of Maharashtra and Textiles of Odisha” was organized by Press Information
Bureau (PIB) – Mumbai and India Tourism – Mumbai. The key focus of the webinar was on the
handlooms & fabrics of Maharashtra and Odisha.
August 7 is celebrated as National Handloom Day in India, to honour the handloom weavers of the
nation. August 7 was chosen to mark the Swadeshi Movement which was launched on this day in 1905
to protest against partition of Bengal by the British Government.
117. Who is the chairperson for the National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19?
[A] Amitabh Kant
[B] Dr V K Paul
[C] Narendra Singh Tomar
[D] Rajiv Kumar
Answer: Dr V K Paul
The National Expert Group on Vaccine Administration for COVID-19 chaired by Dr V K Paul, Member NITI
Aayog, met for the first time on 12th August. The meeting was co-chaired by Secretary, Ministry of
Health and Family Welfare.
The expert group has been constituted under the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It
discussed on the parameters required in selecting the COVID-19 vaccine candidates for India and
procurement mechanisms for COVID-19 vaccine.
118. Which State/UT Government has entered into a MoU with IIT Bombay and Tata Projects Ltd for
construction of Smog Tower?
[A] Delhi
[B] Puducherry
[C] Punjab
[D] Haryana
Answer: Delhi
The Government of the Union Territory of Delhi has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding MoU
with Indian Institute of Technology – Bombay and Tata Projects Limited for construction of a smog
tower at Connaught Place.
The proposed 20 meter-high smog tower would be fitted with several air purifiers to purify the air. As per
the terms of the MoU, the construction of the smog tower would be completed in 10 months.
119. The Katra – Delhi Express Road Corridor, that was in news recently, connects the National Capital to
which state/UT?
[A] Ladakh
[B] Jammu and Kashmir
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Punjab
Answer: Jammu and Kashmir
The construction work of the Katra (Jammu and Kashmir) – Delhi Express Road Corridor is proposed to
be completed in 3 years and will be operational by 2023. The express corridor would bring down the
travel time from Katra to Delhi to around six and half hours.
One key feature of this road is that it will connect the holy cities of Katra and Amritsar, and other major
religious shrines between the two destinations.
120. Which fin-tech company has launched Stock Trading services on its platform?
[A] Paytm
[B] Freecharge
[C] PhonePe
[D] Google Pay
Answer: Paytm
Paytm Money, a leading Indian e-commerce payment system and financial technology company has
launched Stock Trading services on its platform.
It has launched the service in its beta version of Paytm Money App initially. The cash delivery trades are
free on the application with minimal charge for intraday charges. It also permits a fully digital KYC and
paperless accounting process.
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Mr Mukherjee served as the Finance Minister for the first time in 1982-84. Also, he was nominated as the
leader of Rajya Sabha in 1980. He was one of the most trusted ministers of Smt Indira Gandhi. After her
death, he was sidelined in the party and hence formed his own party the Rashtriya Samajwadi Congress. It
later merged with the Congress in 1989.
He was appointed as the head of the Planning Commission in 1991. He served as a foreign minister in
1995.
Public Offices
In 2005, India and US inked one of the most important deals called Indo-US Defence Framework deal.
It was signed when MR Mukherjee was the defence minister.
In 1995, when he was the External Affairs Minister, India was made the full dialogue partner of ASEAN
as a part of the Look East Policy
In 2006, India-US Civil Nuclear Agreement was signed. And also, India signed an agreement with the
Nuclear Suppliers Group. This allowed India to participate in nuclear trade in spite of India not being a
member of the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty.
Major Reforms
Pranab Mukherjee brought in several tax reforms. He scrapped the Commodities Transaction tax and
the Fringe Benefits Tax.
He expanded the funding of Jawaharlal Nehru National Urban Renewal Mission
He expanded infrastructure programmed such as National Highway Development Programme.
The Criminal Law (Amendment) Ordinance, 2013 was promulgated by Pranab Mukherjee. The
ordinance amended the Indian Penal Code.
Compilation of select 120 Current Affairs MCQs
1. Which smartphone maker is set to distribute over 2500 smartphones to Indian children, to promote online
education?
[A] Oppo
[B] Vivo
[C] Xiaomi
[D] Huawei
Answer: Xiaomi
Chinese smartphone giant Xiaomi announced that its arm MI India will distribute over 2,500
smartphones worth Rs 2 crore to Indian children, to support online education.
MI India will partner with Indian non-profit organisation ‘Teach for India’, to carry out the distribution
process. The hand sets would be used in shifts to utilise the service effectively, to enable children
access quality education.
2. Which Union Ministry implements Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[C] Ministry of Rural Development
[D] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers welfare
Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs implements the Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Transformation (AMRUT).
The scheme aims to provide basic infrastructure for water supply, sewage and seepage management in
500 Mission cities. Recently, the scheme was in news because the states across India have completed
2,854 projects worth ₹11,110 crore under the scheme. Tamil Nadu completed the highest number of
works.
3. What is the name of the platform unveiled by the Prime Minister as a part of taxation reform?
[A] Honest Tax Payer Dashboard
[B] Transparent Taxation–Honoring the Honest
[C] Faceless assessment Yojana
[D] PM Transparency
Answer: Transparent Taxation–Honoring the Honest
The Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched a new platform ‘Transparent Taxation –
Honoring the Honest’.
The platform aims to ease the compliance and fast- track the refunds so that all honest taxpayers are
benefitted. Three main features of the platform include faceless assessment, faceless appeal and tax
payers’ charter.
4. Which pharma company has launched the Country’s cheapest version of Remdesivir as ‘Remdac’?
[A] Zydus Cadila
[B] Sun Pharma
[C] Apex
[D] Cipla
Answer: Zydus Cadila
Gujarat-based Zydus Cadila launches the country’s cheapest version of Remdesivir, under the brand
name Remdac.
The generic version of the medicine will be used for treating patients suffering from severe symptoms of
Covid-19. A 100-mg vial has been priced at Rs 2800 and this the most economical medicine so far. It will
be available across the country.
5. Price Monitoring and Resource Units (PMRU), seen in news recently, is set up under the aegis of which
agency?
[A] National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority
[B] Hindustan Organic Chemicals Ltd
[C] Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India
[D] National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education Research

Answer: National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority
A new PMRU (Price Monitoring and Resource Unit) has been set up in the state of Karnataka under
NPPA (National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority), Union Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
The main function of the PMRU is to assist NPPA to monitor the price of drugs in the market and also to
ensure their availability. NPPA has established PMRUs in 12 States/ UTs under its Central Sector
Scheme called Consumer Awareness, Publicity and Price Monitoring (CAPPM).
6. An Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation of which Indian Armed Force has been launched recently?
[A] Indian Army
[B] Indian Air Force
[C] Indian Navy
[D] Indian Coast Guard

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The Naval Innovation and Indigenisation Organisation (NIIO) was launched by the Union Defence
Minister Rajnath Singh, through an online webinar.
The NIIO has a 3-tier structure and it enables the users to interact with academia and industry, to
achieve innovation and indigenisation in Defence. As per the Draft Defence Acquisition Policy 2020,
Defence Service headquarters should establish an Innovation & Indigenisation Organisation within
existing resources.
7. Which actor has topped the Forbes List of Top 10 highly paid male actors of the world?
[A] Will Smith
[B] Jackie Chan
[C] Akshay Kumar
[D] Dwayne Johnson
Answer: Dwayne Johnson
Dwayne Johnson, also known as the Rock, has topped the Forbes List of Top 10 highly paid male actors
of the world.
The recently released annual list stated that the actor was paid an estimate of USD 87.5 million in the
year 2020. Indian Actor Akshay Kumar was positioned 6th in the list with earnings of USD 48.5 million.
8. What is the name of the fitness campaign launched by the Union Sports Minister from 15th August to 2nd
October?
[A] Run India
[B] Fit India Freedom Run
[C] Fitness India Run
[D] Khelo India Marathon
Answer: Fit India Freedom Run
“Fit India Freedom Run” has been launched by the Union Minister of Youth Affairs and Sports, Kiren
Rijiju, through an online programme.
A large number of Government organizations and Private organizations will participate in the event. In
view of the prevailing Covid-19 pandemic, the participants can run at their own place and at their own
pace between 15th August and 2nd October.
9. Which Indian bank has launched a special card named ‘Shaurya KGC Card’, for armed forces?
[A] ICICI Bank
[B] HDFC Bank
[C] Axis Bank
[D] Yes Bank
Answer: HDFC Bank
India’s leading private sector bank, HDFC Bank has recently announced the launch of “Shaurya KGC
Card” for the armed forces.
This card has been designed based on the Kisan Credit Card guidelines by the Government. More than
45 lakh Indian armed force personnel would get a life cover ranging from Rs 2 lakh to Rs 10 lakh. It also
requires simple documentation suited to the job nature of the armed force personnel.
10. Which Indian state is the top performer in implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban
Transformation Scheme (AMRUT)?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Gujarat

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[D] Maharashtra
Answer: Odisha
As per the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Odisha continued to be the top performer in
implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation Scheme (AMRUT).
Odisha has secured first position by scoring 85.67 per cent and provided piped water supply to
households of nine cities of the state. Out of the 191 projects started under the AMRUT scheme, the
state has completed 148 of them. Odisha is followed by Chandigarh and Telangana. Tamil Nadu has
completed the highest number of works.
11. Which country is to partner with Russia, in production and marketing of Sputnik V vaccine?
[A] Argentina
[B] Brazil
[C] Australia
[D] New Zealand
Answer: Brazil
Russia and Brazil have decided to cooperate in the production and marketing of Sputnik V, the world’s
first registered coronavirus vaccine.
The Russian Direct Investment Fund (RIDF) announced that it has entered into the agreement with
Brazilian State of Parana. RIDF is organising the production of the vaccine and its distribution in Brazil
and other American countries.
12. Microsoft Research Lab has developed a Machine Translation tool for which tribal language?
[A] Santali
[B] Gondi
[C] Savara
[D] Mundari
Answer: Gondi
An application called the ‘Interactive Neural Machine Translation (INMT) tool’, has been developed by
the Microsoft Research Lab.
Microsoft Lab has collaborated with CGNet Swara, an Indian voice-based online portal and IIIT Naya
Raipur for developing this tool. It translates sentences from Hindi to South-Central Dravidian language
Gondi and vice-versa. The application aims to motivate youth from the Gond tribal community to learn
the language.
13. What is the name of the DRDO-certified device for disinfection of surfaces, launched by Union Minister
Nitin Gadkari?
[A] Aaradhya
[B] Atulya
[C] Abhimanyu
[D] Akansha
Answer: Atulya
“Atulya” – a new device that can disinfect any premise in 30 seconds was unveiled by the Union Minister
for Road Transport and Highways and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises Nitin Gadkari.
The design of the device is certified by DRDO and is developed completely in India. It is portable and
weighs about 3 kilograms. It can be used to disinfect any premise up to an area of 5 meters at a time. It
can also be used to disinfect surfaces of home, office, boxes, furniture etc.

14. What documentary films were screened by the Films Division, to mark the celebration of Independence
Day?
[A] Vice Roy’s House and Mangal Pandey
[B] The legend of Bhagat Sigh and Chittagong
[C] India Wins Freedom and India Independent
[D] India Untouched and Gulabi Gang
Answer: India Wins Freedom and India Independent
At the 74th Independence Day celebration on 15th August 2020, the Films Division would screen two
documentary films – ‘India wins Freedom’ and ‘India Independent’.
Apart from the above 2 films, 14 selected films on Independence movement were showcased in the
“Online Patriotic Film Festival” being organised by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting from 7th
Aug 2020 to 21st Aug 2020 in www.cinemasofindia.com.
15. Which is the first neighbouring country with which India has made the ‘Air Bubble’ agreement?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Maldives
[D] Nepal
Answer: Maldives
Maldives is the first neighbouring country with which India is operating transport services under the air
bubble agreement.
Recently, the Director-General of Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) announced that Indians
holding any kind of valid visa can travel through air to US, UK, Canada under air bubble agreement.
16. Who has been posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra award, by the President of India?
[A] Abdul Rashid Kalas
[B] Krishan Singh Rawat
[C] Anil Urs
[D] Alok Kumar Dubey
Answer: Abdul Rashid Kalas
Indian President Ram Nath Kovind has approved 84 gallantry awards for Defence personnel. Abdul
Rashid Kalas, Head Constable of Jammu and Kashmir Police has been posthumously awarded the Kirti
Chakra.
The third highest gallantry award in peacetime, Shaurya Chakra has been awarded to nine Army
personnel including Lt.Col. Krishan Singh Rawat, Major Anil Urs and Havildar Alok Kumar Dubey and IAF
Wing Commander Vishak Nair. The President approved Sena Medal to 60 Army personnel, four Nao Sena
Medal and five Vayu Sena Medal.
17. The resolution of which country to extend a ban of Arms on Iran, was rejected by the UN Security
Council?
[A] Russia
[B] France
[C] United States
[D] China
The United Nations Security Council has rejected a resolution made by the United States to extend a ban
of Arms on Iran.
Only the Dominican Republic supported the proposal of the United States in the 15-member UN Security
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proposal while Germany, France, the UK and eight other member
countries abstained from voting.
18. Which organisation to establish a “Centre of excellence” in Uttar Pradesh Defence corridor?
[A] DRDO
[B] Indian Navy
[C] ONGC
[D] NHAI
Answer: Indian Navy
Indian Navy has signed a deal with Uttar Pradesh Expressway Industrial Development Authority (UPEIDA)
for setting up a “Centre of excellence”. The Centre of excellence is to come up in the Defence corridor of
Uttar Pradesh.
The centre of excellence would provide solutions to the problems and challenges of the Indian Navy. The
centre is proposed to be established with the help of IIT, BHU and other prominent institutions of the
country.
19. The “Konkurs Missile Test Equipment” launched by the Defence Minister, has been developed by which
organisation?
[A] DRDO
[B] Bharat Earth Movers Limited
[C] Bharat Dynamics Limited
[D] Bharat Electronics Limited
Answer: Bharat Dynamics Limited
The “Konkurs Missile Test Equipment” and “Konkurs Launcher Test Equipment” indigenously developed
by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) has been launched by the Defence Minister.
Launched as a part of the “Atma Nirbhar Bharat Week” celebrations, the two equipment have been
designed by BDL to check the serviceability of Konkurs-M anti-tank guided missiles and Konkurs-M
missile launchers. These products were earlier imported from Russia.
20. The famous computer scientist Russel Kirsch, who died recently, is associated with which invention?
[A] RAM
[B] Pixels
[C] Optical Mouse
[D] Bluetooth
Answer: Pixels
The famous computer scientist Russel Kirsch who is celebrated for invention of Pixel died at the age of
91.
Russel Kirsch created a small 2 by 2 inch black and white image of his son in digital form in 1957. This
was also the world’s first photograph that was scanned into a computer using a device created by his
research team. That was the basis for satellite imaging, medical scans, virtual reality and other imaging
technology being used recently.
21. Which new national mission was launched by the Prime Minster of India on 15th August 2020?
[A] National Cleanliness Mission
[B] National Digital Education Mission
[C] National Digital Health Mission
[D] National Food Safety Mission
Answer: National Digital Health Mission

The National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) has been launched by the Prime Minster of India on the
74th Independence Day.
The NDHM aims to digitalise the health systems with health IDs for every Indian. The mission seeks to
create Digital health records, Digital registry of Doctors and health facilities across the nation. It also
proposes to include e-Pharmacy and Tele- Medicine at a later stage.
22. What is the name of the e-portal launched by the Tribal Ministry for promoting tribal health?
[A] Aarogya
[B] Swasthya
[C] Vandana
[D] Tribal Raksha
Answer: Swasthya
Union Minister of Tribal Affairs Arjun Munda has recently launched a new e-portal named ‘Swasthya’ and
a e-newsletter named ALEKH.
The portal aims to consolidate all health and nutrition related information of the tribal population of
India. It also provides best practices collected from different parts of India and enables an effective
decision making related to the nutrition of tribal population.
23. Who has been appointed as the Director General of Border Security Force?
[A] Rakesh Asthana
[B] Nageswara Rao
[C] Rishi Kumar Shukla
[D] Ranjit Sinha
Answer: Rakesh Asthana
IPS officer Rakesh Asthana has been appointed as the Director General of Border Security Force (BSF).
The incumbent head RK Shukla is set to retire in February 2020.
Prior to this appointment, he was the head of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security since January 2019.
SS Deswal is set to replace him in the said post. Asthana was a 1984-batch IPS Officer and a former
official of the Central Bureau of Investigation.
24. Which institution has topped the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievement (ARIIA) 2020 in
the ‘Centrally funded institution’ category?
[A] IISc, Bangalore
[B] IIT Madras
[C] IIT Kanpur
[D] IIT Bombay
Answer: IIT Madras
The Vice President of India M Venkaiah Naidu has announced the Atal Ranking of Institutions on
Innovation Achievements (ARIIA) 2020. It is an initiative of Education Ministry.
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras bagged the first place under the ‘Best centrally funded
institution’ category, while IIT Mumbai and IIT Delhi bagged the second and third place respectively. The
ranking assesses the colleges on various criteria including support for entrepreneurship, innovative
learning intellectual property generation and technology transfer etc.
25. India has extended technical response team and equipment to which country, to tackle its massive Oil
spill?
[A] Maldives
[B] Mauritius

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[D] Madagascar
Answer: Mauritius
A 10-member Technical Response Team and 30 tons of Technical Equipment are sent by India to assist
Mauritius in its effort to contain oil spill. This has been done in response to the request by the
Government of Mauritius.
A Japanese ship named MV Wakashio, ran aground at Pointe d’Esny of Mauritius last month and oil
began leaking from it. It is estimated that more than 1000 tons of oil leaked from the ship. Government
of Mauritius has announced this as a National Emergency.
26. The Government of which country has launched an ‘Innovation Challenge Fund’ in India?
[A] United Kingdom
[B] Australia
[C] Brazil
[D] Germany
Answer: United Kingdom
The Government of United Kingdom (UK) has launched a £3 million Innovation challenge fund in India.
The fund is aimed at supporting scientists in industry and academia to cope with acute global
challenges like COVID-19 and other environment threats.
The fund aims to bring together best minds under “UK India Tech Partnership”. The fund has specifically
invited innovators associated with “AI-Data cluster” in Karnataka and “Future Mobility cluster” in
Maharashtra to submit research proposals.
27. A Quality control laboratory for seafood testing has been setup by MPEDA, in which state?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Kerala
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Gujarat
A Quality control laboratory for seafood processors and exporters has been opened by Marine Products
Export Development Authority (MPEDA) at Porbandar, Gujarat.
The lab helps the exporters in testing of seafood to ensure safety as per international regulatory
standards. The lab is equipped with advanced instruments to test and analyse antibiotic residues and
heavy-metals like arsenic, mercury in seafood.
28. For the FY 2019-20, which sea food was the largest product to be exported from India?
[A] Prawn
[B] Shrimp
[C] Tuna
[D] Crab
Answer: Shrimp
Frozen shrimp was the major export product among the sea food followed by frozen fish in FY 2010-20.
India has shipped 12.89 lakh tones of seafood during the last financial year amounting USD 6.68 billion.
The USA and China were the largest importers of Indian seafood. The Marine Products Export
Development Authority (MPEDA) is aiming to increase the country’s sea food exports to Rs 1 trillion by
2030.
29. Which organization has built a 180 feet bridge in Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand in a short span of 3

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[A] Indian Army

[B] National Highways Authority of India
[C] Boarder Roads Organization
[D] Larsen and Toubro
Answer: Boarder Roads Organization
A 180-feet Bailey bridge in Jauljibi sector of Pithoragarh district, Uttarakhand has been constructed by
the Border Roads Organisation (BRO), amidst frequent landslides and heavy rains.
The 50-metre span concrete bridge was damaged in the month of July as the area was hit by a cloud
burst. The bridge construction by BRO will help around 15,000 people in 20 villages of the district.
30. Which institution is to set up a new Umbrella entity for retail payments?
[A] Reserve Bank of India
[B] National Payment Corporation of India
[C] Securities Exchange Board of India
[D] Indian Banks Association
Answer: Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released the framework for setting up of a new umbrella entity for
retail payments.
It will operate as a ‘for-profit’ company that will have minimum paid-up capital of Rs 500 crore. It will set
up and operate the payment systems such as ATMs, white-label PoS and Aadhaar-based payments. The
company will also manage clearing and settlement systems of banks/ non-banks.
31. Manduadih railway station, that was renamed as ‘Banaras’, is located in which state?
[A] Bihar
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Uttarakhand
Answer: Uttar Pradesh
The Union Ministry of Home Affairs has recently approved to rename the Manduadih railway station in
Uttar Pradesh as ‘Banaras’.
The state government of Uttar Pradesh had earlier sent a request to the Home Ministry for renaming the
railway station in its Varanasi district. The Home Ministry issued a no-objection certificate after
consulting with the Ministry of Railways, Department of Posts and Survey of India.
32. People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has acquired a stake in which Indian private sector bank?
[A] Yes Bank
[B] Axis Bank
[C] ICICI Bank
[D] IDBI Bank
Answer: ICICI Bank
People’s Bank of China (PBOC) has acquired a small equity stake in the leading Indian private sector
bank, ICICI Bank.
It is one among the 357 institutional investors which had subscribed to the issue of the Qualified
institutional investors (QIP) placement, of Rs 15,000 crore. PBOC has invested Rs 15 crore in the issue.
It had earlier bought a stake in leading institution, HDFC.
33. Which organisation is deploying ‘Ninja’ unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for surveillance?

[A] Indian Space Research Organisation https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020

[B] Defence Research and Development Organisation
[C] Railway Protection Force
[D] Indo Tibetan Border Police Force
Answer: Railway Protection Force
Indian railways has announced that it has procured ‘Ninja Unmanned Aerial Vehicles’ (UAV) for
surveillance operations.
The Railway Protection Force is deploying the Ninja UAVs to improve monitoring and provide safety to
railway assets and passengers. RPF has recently procured nine drones worth over Rs 30 lakh. It is to
procure more drones shortly, which are capable of for real-time tracking and video streaming.
34. Which is the second Indian zoo to have African hunting cheetahs?
[A] Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
[B] Mysuru Zoo
[C] Darjeeling Zoo
[D] Indra Gandhi Zoo, Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Mysuru Zoo
The Mysuru Zoo in Karnataka is the second Indian zoo to have African hunting cheetahs after the
Hyderabad zoo.
Under the Animal Exchange Programme, the zoo has acquired one male and two female African hunting
Cheetah from Ann Van Dyke Cheetah Centre at Johannesburg, South Africa. One female Cheetah of age
15 months and two male Cheetahs of age 14 and 16 months are brought by air.
35. Ibrahim Boubacar Keita, who has recently resigned, was the President of which country?
[A] Mauritius
[B] Brazil
[C] Mali
[D] Zimbabwe
Answer: Mali
The President of Mali, Ibrahim Boubacar Keita has recently stepped down from his role, after the
prevalent military rebellion in the country.
The soldiers had detained the President and the country’s Prime Minister Boubou Cisse. The country
was seeing a large number of protests against alleged corruption and worsening security. People were
demanding the resignation of the President for some time.
36. What is the expansion of ‘NRA’, that has been approved by the Cabinet, for conducting common
entrance examinations?
[A] New Recruitment Agency
[B] National Recruitment Agency
[C] New Recruitment Administration
[D] National Rating Agency
Answer: National Recruitment Agency
The Union Cabinet has recently approved to set up a new entity named ‘National Recruitment Agency
(NRA)’ to carry out a national Common Entrance Test (CET).
This exam would be a common screening test for non-gazetted vacancies in both departments of
Central government and public sector organisations. It is to conduct first level tests currently conducted
by agencies like SSC, RRB and IBPS among others.

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deployed by All India Institute of Ayurveda to provide door step
health services to Delhi Police?
[A] Ayurveda Rath
[B] Dhanwantari Rath
[C] Health on Wheels
[D] Mobile Medic
Answer: Dhanwantari Rath
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Delhi
Police for providing door step Ayurvedic preventive health services to Delhi Police.
The service which is supported by AYUSH Ministry, would be provided by a mobile unit of AIIA named
‘Dhanwantari Rath’. It would also be available in the Police Wellness Centers. This is a part of
“AYURAKSHA”, a joint venture of AIIA & Delhi Police for maintaining the health of Delhi police personnel
during the COVID 19 pandemic.
38. Which State / UT has recently given approval for construction of sky scrapers with 70 or more floors?
[A] Delhi
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Gujarat
[D] Telangana
Answer: Gujarat
Vijay Rupani, the Chief Minsiter of Gujarat has given approval for construction of sky scrapers and high-
rise buildings of 70 floors or more in five major cities of the state namely Ahmedabad, Vadodara, Surat,
Rajkot and Gandhinagar.
The present rule governing the construction of buildings permits construction only up to 23 floors. A
special technical committee would be set up to give approval to such projects.
39. Which international financial organization has approved USD 1 billion loan for Delhi-Meerut regional
rapid transit system?
[A] Asian Development Bank
[B] New Development Bank
[C] International Monetary Fund
[D] Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank
Answer: Asian Development Bank
USD 1 billion (equivalent to Rs 7,485 crore) financial support by way of loan has been approved by the
Manila based-Asian Development Bank (ADB) for Delhi-Meerut regional rapid transit system.
The project is first of the three priority rail corridors in country. The financial assistance from ADB will
be used for construction of railway tracks, station buildings, maintenance facilities and power supply.
40. What is the name of the challenge that is launched by India, to promote indigenous microprocessor
manufacturing?
[A] Atma Nirbhar Challenge
[B] Make in India Challenge
[C] Self-Reliance Challenge
[D] Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge
Answer: Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge
“Swadeshi Microprocessor Challenge” has been launched by the Government of India to promote
indigenous microprocessor manufacturing and designing.
100 shortlisted companies will be given grant to build their prototype. 25 finalists will win Rs.1 crore
each. The top ten teams will get a fund of total Rs.2.30 crore with 12-month incubation support, from the
Ministry of Information Technology.

41. “Sterlite Copper” which is in news recently is associated with which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Chhattisgarh
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Tamil Nadu
The High Court of Madras has rejected reopening of “Sterlite Copper” smelting plant in Tuticorin, Tamil
Nadu. Sterlite Copper, a unit of Vedanta Ltd had been catering to nearly 40 % of India’s copper demand
from its smelting plant at Tuticorin.
The High Court’s order dismissed all 10 petitions filed by Vedanta to reopen the plant. The Court upheld
the orders issued to close the plant by the Tamil Nadu Government and Tamil Nadu Pollution Control
Board.
42. Which city has won the cleanest city award in the Swachh Survekshan 2020 survey?
[A] Surat
[B] Indore
[C] Navi Mumbai
[D] Trichy
Answer: Indore
The Union Government has announced the results of annual survey of cleanliness, the ‘Swachh
Survekshan 2020’.
Indore of Madhya Pradesh bagged the top spot in the list, for four years consecutively. Gujarat’s Surat
was ranked at the second place while Maharashtra’s Navi Mumbai on third place. This is the fifth edition
of the survey, that ranks states based on their performance in Swachh Bharat Mission.
43. What is the allocation made for ‘Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme’(ECLGS)?
[A] Rs 1 lakh crore
[B] Rs 2 lakh core
[C] Rs 3 lakh crore
[D] Rs 5 lakh crore
Answer: Rs 3 lakh crore
The Government launched ‘Emergency Credit Line Guarantee Scheme’(ECLGS), as a part of the Rs 20
lakh crore economic stimulus package.
The allocation made for the ECLGS scheme was Rs 3 lakh crore for five months till October 31st. As per
the recent news, public and private sector banks have sanctioned loans worth over Rs 1.5 lakh crore, as
of August 18, 2020 and more than Rs 1 lakh crore was already disbursed.
44. Which country has displayed its locally made ballistic missile ‘martyr Qassem Soleimani’?
[A] Iraq
[B] Iran
[C] UAE
[D] Israel
Answer: Iran
Iran has displayed a surface-to-surface ballistic missile, that has a range of 1,400 kilometres, named
martyr Qassem Soleimani.

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missile called martyr Abu Mahdi, with a range of over 1,000 km,
amidst the demand from the United States to stop its missile programme. The head of Iran’s Quds
Force, Soleimani and Iraqi commander Abu Mahdi al-Muhandis were killed in a U.S. strike.
45. Which organisation launched the ‘National strategy for Financial Education’?
[A] RBI
[B] NPCI
[C] SEBI
[D] SBI
Answer: RBI
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently released a National strategy for Financial Education’, which
is to be implemented in the next five years.
The strategy aims to inculcate financial literacy among all the people of our country. It will also
encourage the common people to participate in the financial markets for achieving their financial goals.
It will encourage people to use formal banking and safe digital financial services.
46. Who is the author of the book ‘Grandparents’ Bag of Stories’?
[A] Sudha Murty
[B] Ruskin Bond
[C] Paro Anand
[D] Anushka Ravishankar
Answer: Sudha Murty
Veteran Indian author Sudha Murty’s latest collection of short stories, ‘Grandparents’ Bag of Stories’ is
to be released in the month of November.
The Penguin Random House India announced the collection which is a sequel of her recent release
‘Grandma’s Bag of Stories’ and will have 20 stories. Sudha Murty has authored several books in English
and Kannada especially for children.
47. Which organisation released a report titled ‘Population projections for India and States 2011 – 2036’?
[A] National Commission on Population
[B] United Nations Population Fund
[C] UNICEF
Answer: National Commission on Population
The National Commission on Population under Ministry of Health and Family Welfare has recently
released a report titled ‘Population projections for India and States 2011 – 2036’.
As per the report, the sex ratio of the country is estimated to increase from 943 in 2011 to 957 during
2036. The Infant Mortality rate (IMR) is to go down to 30 by the end of 2031-35. The total population of
India is estimated to increase from 121.1 crores to 151.8 crores.
48. Who represented India in the 2020 roundtable of ASEAN-India Network of Think Tanks?
[A] Narendra Modi
[B] S Jai Shankar
[C] Piyush Goyal
[D] Shaktikanta Das
Answer: S Jai Shankar
Union External Affairs Minister S Jai Shankar has represented India in the roundtable of ASEAN-India
Network of Think Tanks (AINTT) held recently.

The 6th Roundtable of AINTT was held through a webinar and its theme was “ASEAN-India:
Strengthening Partnership in the Post-COVID Era”. As per the Minister, the global loss due to Covid-19 is
in the range of USD 5.8 to 8.8 trillion or 6.5 to 9.7 per cent of the global GDP.
49. Which state launched a subsidised meal scheme named ‘Indira Rasoi Yojana’?
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Punjab
[D] Telangana
Answer: Rajasthan
The Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot has launched a subsidised meal scheme named ‘Indira
Rasoi Yojana’.
It aims to provide subsidised meals to the poor and needy in the state at Rs 8 per plate with dignity.
Earlier, the state was implementing a similar scheme named Annapurna Rasoi Yojana from 2016. The
scheme was launched on the birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Rajiv Gandhi, the ‘Sadbhavana
Diwas’.
50. Which State / UT has emerged as the top performer of PM SVA Nidhi scheme?
[A] Delhi
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Assam
Answer: Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh has sanctioned 58,476 loans to street vendors under Pradhan Mantri Street Vendors
Atma-Nirbhar Scheme (PM SVA Nidhi). This makes Madhya Pradesh the top performing state under the
scheme.
More than 47% of the total sanctions in the country is made by Madhya Pradesh. Under the scheme,
working capital loan of Rs.10000/- for a term of one year is given to street vendors, to resume their
livelihoods.
51. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs has recently permitted a relaxation to which financial
institutions, to inject liquidity into Discoms?
[A] RBI and NABARD
[B] PFC and REC
[C] NTPC and NHPC
[D] ONGC and GAIL
Answer: PFC and REC
The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a one-time relaxation to Power
Finance Corporation (PFC) and Rural Electrification Corporation (REC) for extending loans to state-
owned electricity distribution companies (Discoms).
This measure has been made by the Government to inject liquidity into Discoms, as a part of the Atma
Nirbhar Bharat Scheme. As per the existing guidelines, Discoms can avail working capital loans equal to
25% of last year’s revenues, under UDAY scheme from PFC and REC.
52. The Supply Chain Resilience Initiative (SCRI) that is in news recently, is related to which three countries?
[A] India, Nepal and China
[B] India, Brazil and South Africa
[C] India, Japan and Australia

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Answer: India, Japan and Australia

In order to reduce the dependency of China, three countries namely India, Japan and Australia have
begun discussions to launch a trilateral “Supply Chain Resilience Initiative” (SCRI).
The initiative was originally proposed by Japan, which had approached India to take forward the
initiative. The first meeting of the commerce and trade ministers of the three countries will be held next
week.
53. Which state has decided to exempt all serving and retired soldiers from the Gram Panchayat property
tax?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Haryana
Answer: Maharashtra
The state Government of Maharashtra, has decided to exempt all serving and retired soldiers from the
Gram Panchayat property tax. A Government resolution has been passed in this regard.
Earlier, the exemption was applicable only to Defence Gallantry Awardees or their dependents. The
present decision has included all the serving and retired soldiers.
54. When is World Humanitarian Day observed across the world?
[A] August 11
[B] August 15
[C] August 19
[D] August 23
Answer: August 19
Every year, August 19 is observed as the World Humanitarian Day by the United Nations (UN), to
commemorate humanitarian workers killed and injured in the course of their work.
This year, the UN has initiated a global conversation / campaign -to thank #RealLifeHeroes to celebrate
the humanitarians who have committed their lives to help others. The day marks the 2003 bomb attack
killing 22 people, including the Iraqi chief humanitarian, Sergio Vieira de Mello.
55. Which Indian Parliamentarian has attended the inaugural ceremony of the Fifth World Conference of
Speakers of Parliament?
[A] Venkaiah Naidu
[B] Om Birla
[C] Thambi Durai
[D] Harivansh Narayan Singh
Answer: Om Birla
Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla has attended the inaugural ceremony of the 5th World Conference of
Speakers of Parliament (5WCSP).
It is a two-day virtual Conference organized jointly by Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), Geneva and
Parliament of Austria. The programme is supported by United Nations (UN). The theme of the
Conference is “Parliamentary leadership for more effective multilateralism that delivers peace and
sustainable development for the people and planet.”
56. What is the name of the project launched by the Tribal Affairs Ministry, to establish tertiary processing
centres?

[A] Trifood https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020
[B] Tribe India

[C] MFP Enhance
[D] Tribal Value
Answer: Trifood
Union Tribal Affairs Minister Arjun Munda has virtually launched the tertiary processing centres of
‘Trifood Project’.
It is an initiative of TRIFED, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, in association with Ministry of Food Processing
(MoFPI). The Minister launched the project in Raigad of Maharashtra and Jagdalpur of Chhattisgarh. It
aims to enhance the income of tribal population by making value addition in the Minor Forest Produces.
57. Which company has partnered with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to offer free Digital
skill training?
[A] Microsoft
[B] Google
[C] IBM
[D] Apple
Answer: IBM
Leading multi-national company IBM India, has collaborated with National Skill Development Corporation
(NSDC) to offer a free digital education platform.
The training focuses on recent technologies like cybersecurity, blockchain, artificial intelligence and
machine learning and professional development skills. The online courses developed by IBM will be
offered through NSDC’s eSkill India portal to the learners between 18 to 22 years.
58. Which Indian power company is to establish a wholly-owned subsidiary for its renewable energy
business?
[A] NTPC
[B] ONGC
[C] NHPC
[D] GAIL
Answer: NTPC
Government owned power major NTPC Limited has recently announced that it is to establish a wholly-
owned subsidiary for its renewable energy business.
The company has recently obtained the approval from the Niti Aayog and Department of Investment and
Public Asset Management (DIPAM), Ministry of Finance for formation of a wholly-owned subsidiary.
59. Indian e-commerce company Flipkart is to expand its business to which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Nepal
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Japan
Answer: Nepal
Indian e-commerce company Flipkart has signed a strategic partnership with Nepal’s leading e-
commerce company Sastodeal.
This partnership will provide lakhs of sellers registered with Flipkart, an access to the e-commerce
market of Nepal. Sastodeal will host more than 5,000 products from Flipkart sellers including the
Flipkart Private Brands, MarQ and SmartBuy in various categories.

60. Srisailam hydroelectric power plant, that witnessed a massive fire outbreak, is located in which state?
[A] Kerala
[B] Telangana
[C] Karnataka
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Telangana
A massive fire outbreak has recently occurred in the Srisailam hydroelectric power plant located in the
state of Telangana.
Nine people including five engineers of Telangana State Power Generation Corporation were killed in the
massive fire. Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao directed to launch an investigation into the incident.
He also announced compensation to the families of the deceased and the injured.
61. Who is the Chief Executive Officer of NPCI International Payments Limited (NPIL)?
[A] Ritesh Shukla
[B] Nandan Nilekani
[C] Urjit Patel
[D] Rina Penkar
Answer: Ritesh Shukla
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched its wholly-owned subsidiary, NPCI
International Payments Limited (NIPL).
The company aims to popularise NPCI’s domestic payments technologies such as UPI and RuPay in
other countries and co-create payment technologies with them. NPCI has appointed Ritesh Shukla as the
Chief Executive Officer of NIPL.
62. What is the name of the interactive video game launched by the Union Health Minister, regarding
Covid-19?
[A] Health Fighter
[B] Social Warriors
[C] Corona Warriors
[D] Corona Fighters
Answer: Corona Fighters
A first-of-its-kind interactive game on COVID-19 named the “Corona Fighters” has been launched by the
Union Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan.
The game has been designed creatively to teach people about the right tools and behaviours to fight the
Covid-19 pandemic. In addition to the game, the Minister also launched two new videos to inculcate
appropriate behaviours, to be followed during the pandemic.
63. India has signed a cultural agreement with which country recently?
[A] Saudi Arabia
[B] Israel
[C] Australia
[D] Japan
Answer: Israel
India has signed a cultural agreement with Israel for a three-year programme of cooperation and
strengthening of bilateral ties between the two countries.
This cooperation is expected to raise awareness on the history and culture of both countries. This
cooperation programme India and Israel for the years 2020-23 is based on the cultural agreement signed
between them on May 18, 1993.
64. What is the new name of Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd?
[A] Health Care Limited

[B] Care Health Insurance Ltd
[C] Regil Health Insurance Ltd
[D] Union Health Insurance Ltd
Answer: Care Health Insurance Ltd
The name of the “Religare Health Insurance Company Ltd” which is a subsidiary of Religare Enterprises
has been changed to “Care Health Insurance Ltd”.
The change of name is effective from 19th August 2020. Religare Health Insurance was establishedby
Religare enterprise limited, Union Bank of India and Corporation Bank in the year 2012. The company is
headquartered in Gurgaon, Haryana.
65. Which Indian state/UT has launched the Indira Rasoi scheme?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Punjab
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Chattisgarh
Answer: Rajasthan
Indira Rasoi scheme has been launched by the Chief Minister of Rajasthan. Under the scheme, poor and
needy people will be provided with quality food at Rs 8 per plate in urban areas.
The subsidy is estimated to have an expenditure of Rs 100 crore every year to the state. The scheme will
be rolled out in 213 urban local bodies of the state and food will be served to 1.34 lakh people per day.
66. When is International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism observed?
[A] August 21
[B] August 22
[C] August 23
[D] August 24
Answer: August 21
The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 21 August as the International Day of Remembrance
of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism.
The day is observed to honour and support the victims and survivors of terrorism. It also strives to
promote and protect their human and fundamental rights. This year, the UN held a virtual
commemoration of the 3rd International Day of Remembrance of and Tribute to the Victims of
Terrorism.
67. Which country has discovered a large natural gas reserve along Black Sea coast?
[A] Turkey
[B] Georgia
[C] Bulgaria
[D] Romania
Answer: Turkey
The President of Turkey Recep Tayyip Erdogan has recently announced that the country has discovered
a large natural gas reserve along the Black Sea coast.
Around 302 billion cubic meters area of natural gas reserve has been discovered that will reduce the
import dependency of the country. As per the country, it will start extracting and using the gas by 2023,
when Turkey marks the centenary of the founding of Republic.

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West Nile Virus that causes West Nile Fever?
[A] Germany
[B] Spain
[C] Uganda
[D] Israel
Answer: Spain
Spain has recently reported an outbreak of West Nile Virus spread by mosquitos. It spreads due to
mosquitoes and causes West Nile Fever.
It has claimed the lives of two people in Spain and several people were admitted in hospital. It was
originally discovered in Uganda in 1937. It was indigenous to Asia, Africa, Europe and Australia. This
RNA virus belongs to the Flaviviridae family, which also has Zika virus, yellow fever virus and Dengue
virus.
69. Who has been appointed as the new Election Commissioner by the Central Government?
[A] Amitabh Kant
[B] Ajay Bushan Pandey
[C] Debashis Panda
[D] Rajiv Kumar
Answer: Rajiv Kumar
The Government of India has appointed former finance secretary Rajiv Kumar as the new Election
Commissioner. He is set to succeed Ashok Lavasa, who has resigned from the post, to join the Asian
Development Bank.
Rajiv Kumar is a 1984 batch Indian Administrative Service officer of Jharkhand cadre. He has been
instrumental in merger of 10 public sector banks into four.
70. Which Bank has decided to sell two of its wholly owned subsidiaries to GPL Finance and Investments
Limited?
[A] HDFC Bank
[B] ICICI Bank
[C] Yes Bank
[D] Kotak Mahindra Bank
Answer: Yes Bank
Yes Bank has executed an agreement with GPL Finance and Investments Limited for the complete sale
of equity shareholding of YES Asset Management Limited “YESAMC” and YES Trustee Limited “YTL”.
Both these firms are wholly owned subsidiaries of YES Bank Limited. It is expected that the sale would
be completed in the next 8 to 12 months. After completion of the sale, the two firms Yes Bank will
completely exit from its mutual fund business.
71. What is the name of the application developed by NHAI, to monitor plantation along National Highways?
[A] Green Check
[B] Harit Path
[C] Green Corridor
[D] Green Darshan
Answer: Harit Path
Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari has launched an application named “Harit
Path”.
It has been developed by the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) to monitor the location,
maintenance activities, and performance of all its plantation projects. Using the application, the data of
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uploaded to oversee their status.
72. Which is the most downloaded Covid-19 contact tracing application in the world, as on date?
[A] COVIDSafe
[B] Stopp Corona
[C] eRouška
[D] Aarogya Setu
Answer: Aarogya Setu
With more than 15 crore users and more than 6.6 million Bluetooth traced contacts, the official contact
tracing application of India, Aarogya Setu is the most downloaded contact tracing app in the world, as
on date.
The application team has recently introduced ‘Open API Service’, which is used to obtain answers for
real-time queries about the health status of their employees or any other Aarogya Setu User who has
consented to share their health status.
73. When is International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief
observed?
[A] August 22
[B] August 23
[C] August 24
[D] August 25
Answer: August 22
The United Nations General Assembly designated 22 August as the International Day Commemorating
the Victims of Acts of Violence Based on Religion or Belief.
It comes a day after the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism. The
UN asks its members to ensure the upholding of human rights of persons belonging to religious
minorities, including their right to exercise their religion or belief freely.
74. Which Indian state announced that it would be the first to implement the National Education Policy
(NEP) 2020?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Gujarat
[D] Uttar Pradesh
Answer: Karnataka
Karnataka has announced that it would be the first state to implement the National Education Policy
(NEP) 2020.
The Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka participated in the ‘Highlights of the National Education policy
and its implementation’ workshop. He announced that the state has started to launch administrative
reforms and amendments to implement the policy.
75. External Affairs Ministry organised the National Coordination Committee, with which country, for the
first time?
[A] Uzbekistan
[B] Kazakhstan
[C] Laos
[D] Turkmenistan
Answer: Uzbekistan

The Union External Affairs Ministry has recently organised the first India-Uzbekistan National
Coordination Committee.
The virtual meeting was held to monitor the implementation of mutually agreed projects between India
and Uzbekistan. They also reviewed implementation of identified projects under India’s LoC, cooperation
between the Gujarat state and Andijan region among others.
76. Which state has launched a scheme, to promote aquaculture with Bio-floc Technology?
[A] Kerala
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Odisha
[D] Assam
Answer: Odisha
Fisheries and Animal Resources Department of the Odisha Government has launched a new scheme to
promote intensive Aquaculture through Bio-floc technology in fisheries.
Bio-floc technology is an advanced fish farming technology to provide livelihood support to
entrepreneurs, unemployed youth and fish farmers of the state. It aims at increasing fish productivity
and make the state self-sufficient in fish production.
77. Which instituition, in association with Shiv Nadar University has developed a new technology to produce
Lithium Sulphur Batteries?
[A] IIT Bombay
[B] BITS
[C] IISc Bengaluru
[D] DRDO
Answer: IIT Bombay
Researchers at IIT – Bombay and Shiv Nadar University have claimed that they have developed a
technology to produce environment friendly Lithium-Sulfur (Li-S) batteries.
The Li-S batteries would be three times more energy efficient and cost effective than conventional
Lithium-ion batteries. The production of Li-S batteries uses products from the petroleum industry and
agro-waste along with co polymers, and thus has a positive impact on environment.
78. Which South African Cricketer has been recently inducted into the ICC hall of fame?
[A] Shaun Pollock
[B] Dale Steyn
[C] AB de Villiers
[D] Jacques Kallis
Answer: Jacques Kallis
South Africa’s cricket all-rounder Jacques Kallis has been recently inducted into the ICC hall fame.
In addition, Australian women all-rounder Lisa Sthalekar and former Pakistani cricketer Zaheer Abbas
were also inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame. Jacques Kallis is the 4th South African player to be
inducted.
79. Which company has been recently conferred with the Global Water Award?
[A] Eureka Forbes
[B] Blue Star Ltd
[C] Va Tech Wabag
[D] Kent RO
Answer: Va Tech Wabag

The water technology company “Va Tech Wabag” has been conferred with the Global Water Award. This
award has been given to the company for setting up a tertiary treatment reverse osmosis plant (TTRO)
with a capacity of 45 million litres a day, at Chennai.
The award has been given under ‘wastewater project of the year’ category. With this project, Chennai is
the first Indian city to reuse more than 20 % of its treated wastewater.
80. Pakistan has acquired an advanced war ship named 054A/P, from which country?
[A] Israel
[B] USA
[C] China
[D] Russia
Answer: China
Pakistan has acquired an advanced warship named “054A/P, a guided missile frigate” from China.
This is the largest ship that China has built for any country and it is one among the 4 most sophisticated
naval warships that is being built for Pakistan. This acquisition would double the combat power of
Pakistan’s Navy.
81. Which football club has won the UEFA Champions League 2020?
[A] AC Milan
[B] Real Madrid
[C] Bayern Munich
[D] Barcelona
Answer: Bayern Munich
The UEFA Champions League 2020 has been won by the Germany-based football club, the Bayern
Munich.
The team won 1-0 against the Paris Saint Germain (PSG) at the final match held at Estadio da Luz,
Lisbon. Kingsley Coman scored the only goal of the match during the 59th minute. Bayern Muncih has
won the league after 7 years.
82. Which state has the highest number of women beneficiaries under the MUDRA Loan scheme, as on
date?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Tamil Nadu
As per the recent date given by the Ministry of Finance to the Rajya Sabha, over 15 crore loans worth Rs
4.78-lakh crore have been disbursed to women borrowers since the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana
(PMMY) was launched.
Among the states, Tamil Nadu topped the list of women beneficiaries with loans amounting Rs 58227
crores. It is followed by the women in West Bengal (Rs 55,232 crore) and Karnataka (Rs 47,714 crore).
83. Which institute is to organise an online International conference on climate change and its impact on
Himalayan region?
[A] Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences, Nainital
[B] IISc, Bangalore
[C] IIT, Guwahati
[D] Birla Institute of Applied Sciences, Uttarakhand

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of Observational Sciences, Nainital
Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES), Nainital is to organise an online
international conference on ‘Aerosol Air Quality, Climate Change and Impact on Water Resources and
Livelihoods in the Greater Himalayas’.
ARIES, an autonomous research institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST) is
organising the conference along with Hemvati Nandan Bahuguna Garhwal University between 14th -16th
September 2020.
84. What is the name of the longest serving warship of Indian Navy, that is to be dismantled?
[A] INS Viraat
[B] INS Vikrant
[C] INS Vishal
[D] INS Vikram
Answer: INS Viraat
Indian Navy’s longest serving warship, the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Viraat, that was earlier
decommissioned and laid at the Naval dockyard in Mumbai, is to be dismantled at Alang yard, Gujarat.
INS Viraat is a 27,800-tonne Centaur class aircraft carrier. It had originally served in the British Navy for
25 years till 1984. It was commissioned into the Indian Navy in the year 1987 and was operating Harrier
fighter jets.
85. Which state is to host a State Dragonfly Festival in association with WWF-India?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Rajasthan
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Kerala
The state of Kerala is set to host the first-ever State Dragonfly Festival named ‘Thumbimahotsavam
2020’.
This is a part of the National Dragonfly festival being organised by the WWF India, Bombay Natural
History Society & Indian Dragonfly Society. It also involves the collaboration of NBB, UNDP, UNEP and
IUCN- CEC. The official mascot of the festival is named ‘Pantalu’.
86. Which Indian state/UT has launched ‘Nirmaan Mazdoor Registration campaign’?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] New Delhi
[C] Gujarat
[D] Bihar
Answer: New Delhi
The administration of New Delhi has launched a new campaign named ‘Nirmaan Mazdoor Registration
campaign’ from August 24 to September 11.
Through the campaign, the Government fast-tracks the process of analysing the applications received
under the initiative for online registration of construction workers. Delhi has received over 70,000
applications for the registration.
87. The COAS Unit Appreciation was conferred to the 51st Special Action Group of which Defence force?
[A] Central Reserve Police Force
[B] Indian Coast Guard
[C] National Security Guard

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Answer: National Security Guard

The COAS (Chief of Army Staff) Unit Appreciation was conferred to NSG’s (National Security Guard) 51
Special Action Group (SAG). The appreciation was conferred to the unit for the group’s exemplary
achievements in combating terrorism.
The most important operation undertaken by the unit is “Operation Black Tornado” which was launched
against the terror strikes in Mumbai in November 2008.
88. Dr.G.Satheesh Reddy who has been given a 2 year extension in the present position, is the Chief of
which organization?
[A] ISRO
[B] HAL
[C] DRDO
[D] BARC
Answer: DRDO
Renowned scientist and the present head of Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)
Dr.G.Satheesh Reddy has been given a 2 year extension as the Secretary, Department of Defence
Research and Development and Chairman DRDO.
This extension in his service was approved by the Appointments committee of the Union Cabinet. Earlier,
he was appointed for the post in August 2018.
89. Scientists of which organization have discovered UV rays originating from a galaxy named AUDFs01?
[A] ISRO
[B] NASA
[C] IUCAA
[D] European Space Agency
Answer: IUCAA
A team of scientists of Inter University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCAA), Pune has
discovered Ultra Violet light originating from a galaxy named AUDFs01 which is 9.3 billion light years
away from Earth.
The UV light was detected by India’s first multi wavelength satellite “Astrosat”. This discovery was made
by the team of scientists, led by Dr Kanak Saha.
90. What is the name of the application that has been launched by the Indian Air Force, for its aspirants?
[A] Udaan
[B] Mission IAF
[C] My IAF
[D] Vayu Sena
Answer: My IAF
The Indian Air Force has launched a new mobile application called “My IAF”. It is developed as a part of
Digital India Initiative and is introduced by Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria, Chief of the
Air Staff.
The app is developed by the Indian Air Force in association with the Centre for Development of
Advanced Computing (C-DAC). It aims to provide career-related information and guidance to aspirants
who wish to join IAF.
91. Which Indian state topped the ‘Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2020’ released by NITI Aayog?
[A] Gujarat

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[C] Maharashtra
[D] Telangana
Answer: Gujarat
The NITI Aayog has recently released a report on Export Preparedness Index 2020, in partnership with
the Institute of Competitiveness. It ranked states on four key parameters namely Policy, Business
Ecosystem, Export Ecosystem and Export Performance.
As per the report, Gujarat has topped the index, followed by Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu. Among the
top ten places of the list, six out of the country’s coastal states found place. Rajasthan topped among
the landlocked states and Uttarakhand topped among the Himalayan states.
92. What is the name of the new Mental health rehabilitation helpline of Social Justice Ministry?
[A] Swasthya
[B] Suraj
[C] Kiran
[D] Mann ki Baat
Answer: Kiran
The Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is to launch a new toll-free helpline for Mental
health rehabilitation.
The new helpline will provide support to the callers regarding first-aid, psychological support, distress
management among others in as many as 13 major languages. Several issues regarding the mental
health of people are noted during the Covid-19 crisis.
93. The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has initiated teleconsultation services using which
platform?
[A] e-Sanjeevani
[B] Aarogya Raksha
[C] Aarogya Setu
[D] Corona Kavach
Answer: e-Sanjeevani
The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) has initiated tele-consultation services using the e-
Sanjeevani platform of the Health Ministry.
The tele-medicine services will initially be available to beneficiaries in Delhi and NCR on all working
days. As a pilot measure, services for four specialties namely Medicine, Orthopaedics, Eye and ENT will
be made available.
94. Which General Insurance Company has launched the first retail insurance cover for Pet Dogs?
[A] HDFC Ergo
[B] Bajaj Allianz
[C] New India Assurance
[D] Oriental Insurance Company
Answer: Bajaj Allianz
Bajaj Allianz General Insurance has launched a new insurance product for pet animals, called ‘Bajaj
Allianz Pet Dog Insurance Policy’.
This is said to be the first and only retail comprehensive pet insurance cover for pet dogs. It will provide
a complete coverage to all breeds of pet animals over their life time from 3 months to 10 years. It also
covers the treatment costs of specified diseases or deaths due to illness.

95. ‘Char Dham Pariyojana’ is a project to https://t.me/gktodaypdf2020

connect major pilgrimage sites in which state/UT?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Punjab
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Jammu & Kashmir
Answer: Uttarakhand
‘Char Dham Pariyojana’ is a project of the Union Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH), that
aims to connect major pilgrimage sites in Uttarakhand.
Recently, the High-Powered Committee (HPC) appointed by the Supreme Court of India and headed by
Ravi Chopra said that the project has caused a long-term damage to the Himalayan ecology. It involved
cutting trees, hills and dumping excavated material without proper permits.
96. India is set to begin operations of inland water trade route with which country?
[A] Myanmar
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Bangladesh
From 3rd September 2020, India and Bangladesh would commence commercial operation of riverine
trade route.
Both the countries signed Addendum to the Protocol on Inland Water Transit and Trade (PIWTT) in May
2020. As per the agreement, the Sonamura (Tripura) – Daudkandi (Bangladesh) route is being
operationalised. This move would enhance the regional connectivity to North Eastern India and reduce
the transportation cost.
97. USD denominated Global Benchmark Bonds has been recently issued by which financial institution?
[A] World Bank
[B] Asian Development Bank
[C] Asian Infrastructure Development Bank
[D] International Monetary Fund
Answer: Asian Development Bank
The Manila headquartered Asian Development Bank (ADB) has issued USD denominated, 5-year Global
Benchmark Bonds amounting USD 3 Billion.
The bonds bear a coupon rate of 0.375% per annum payable half yearly. These bonds would mature by
September 2025. These ADB bonds have recorded 41 % placement in Asia, 34 % in Europe, the Middle
East and Africa, and 25 % in America.
98. Which state has recently extended the AFSPA (Armed Forces Special Powers Act) for a period of 6
months?
[A] Nagaland
[B] Sikkim
[C] Assam
[D] Mizoram
Answer: Assam
The state Government of Assam has extended the AFSPA (Armed Forces Special Powers Act, 1958) in
the state for a period of 6 more months, from August 28
Assam has been declared a “disturbed area” due to various insurgent attacks on the security forces in
the near past. The AFSPA is in force in Assam since 1990 and is renewed every 6 months. The Act
empowers the security forces to make security operations, arrest anyone anywhere without prior notice.
99. The Union Culture Ministry has announced the formation of how many new ASI circles?
[A] Three
[B] Five
[C] Seven
[D] Ten
Answer: Seven
The Union Culture Ministry has announced the formation of seven new circles of Archaeological Survey
of India (ASI).
This has been announced following the Prime Minister’s call to preserve and register archaeological
monuments. The new circles are – Trichy (Tamil Nadu), Raiganj (West Bengal), Rajkot (Gujarat),
Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), Jhansi (Uttar Pradesh), Meerut (Uttar Pradesh) and Hampi (Karnataka).
Earlier there were 29 circles of ASI in India.
100. What is the name of the interaction series launched by the Department of Science and Technology, to
formulate STIP 2020?
[A] In Conversation with
[B] Science Chat
[C] Vigyaan Conversation
[D] DST Talks
Answer: In Conversation with
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is launching a series of exclusive interactions with
experts across the country named ‘In Conversation with’.
This is a part of the process of the DST and the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the
Government of India, in formulating the Science, Technology and Innovation Policy (STIP 2020). This is
the fifth edition of the policy and will replace the existing policy, which was formulated in 2013.
101. Which Union Ministry launched ‘National GIS-enabled land bank system’?
[A] Ministry of Agriculture
[B] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[C] Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
[D] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal has launched the prototype of the ‘National GIS-
enabled land bank system’.
It enables the investors to get real-time information about the availability of industrial land and
resources. The project is initially launched for six states and will expanded to all states/UTs by
December 2020.
102. Indian Railways is expected to meet all its energy consumption needs by which year?
[A] 2025
[B] 2030
[C] 2035
[D] 2040
Answer: 2030
Indian Railways organised a discussion with key stake holders under the chairmanship of Minister of
Railways and Commerce & Industry Piyush Goyal.

Indian Railways has developed a plan for installing solar plants of 20 GW capacity along its vacant land
by 2030. It is also expected to meet all energy consumption needs of over 33 billion units by 2030. This
will also contribute towards National Solar Mission while becoming a net zero carbon emitting Railway
by 2030.
103. What is the enhanced borrowing limit permitted to states, in terms of their GSDP?
[A] 6 per cent
[B] 5 per cent
[C] 3 per cent
[D] 2 per cent
Answer: 5 per cent
The Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitaraman chaired the 41st GST Council meet, which discussed
about the options that can be given to states to meet shortfall of GST compensation.
Earlier in the month of May, the Centre amended the FRBM act to raise the borrowing limit of States
from 3 per cent to 5 per cent of GSDP for FY21. After the meeting, the Finance Minister said, a further
relaxation of 0.5 per cent in the limit will be given. This year, there is a GST compensation gap of 2.35
lakh crore rupees.
104. Strait Island, that was seen in news recently, is a part of which island group?
[A] Andaman & Nicobar Island
[B] Lakshadweep
[C] Maldives
[D] Mauritius
Answer: Andaman & Nicobar Island
Strait Island was seen in news, as it is home to the Great Andamanese tribe. Only a little over 50 people
belonging to the tribe are alive as on date.
Recently, ten members of the Great Andamanese tribe were tested positive for the Covid-19 and six of
them were said to have recovered. More than 5000 Great Andamanese were said to have lived in the
island in the 19th century.
105. Which organisation along with PayPal India released a report titled ‘Fraud & Risk Management in
Digital Payments’?
[A] Data Security Council of India
[B] Centre for Development of Advanced Computing
[C] Confederation of Indian Industries
[D] Centre for Internet and Society
Answer: Data Security Council of India
Apex body on data protection in India, set up by NASSCOM, the Data Security Council of India (DSCI),
along with PayPal India released a report titled ‘Fraud & Risk Management in Digital Payments’.
The report suggests to safeguard payments for consumers, MSMEs, businesses, as the e-commerce
market in India and UPI transactions are growing manifold during the recent times. It also discussed
about the threats in the payment ecosystem and its prevention.
106. As per the recent report released by McKinsey, at what rate India’s GDP should grow to create at least
90 million jobs?
[A] 4 – 4.5 per cent
[B] 6 – 6.5 per cent
[C] 8 – 8.5 per cent

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Answer: 8 – 8.5 per cent

The McKinsey Global Institute has recently released a report titled ‘India’s turning point – An economic
agenda to spur growth and jobs’.
As per the report, it highlights that the country’s GDP, which is set to contract by over 5% in FY21 should
grow at 8-8.5% per annum for the next decade to create at least 90 million new non-agricultural jobs
required by 2030.
107. India organised a ‘Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and Technological Cooperation’
meeting with which country?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] USA
[C] Russia
[D] Vietnam
Answer: Vietnam
Recently, the 17th meeting of “India – Vietnam Joint Commission on Trade, Economic, Scientific and
Technological Cooperation” was organized via video conference.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had represented India and discussed the recent developments
with his Vietnamese counterpart Pham Binh Minh. Both the countries deliberated on the strategic
partnership and decided to explore cooperation in emerging fields such as space, energy, marine
science etc.
108. National e-Governance Division (NeGD) has signed a MoU with Common Service Centre, for delivery of
the services of which application?
[A] UMANG
[B] mPassport Seva
[C] Start-up India
[D] BHIM
Answer: UMANG
A MoU has been signed between the National e-Governance Division (NeGD) and CSC e-Governance
Services India. The objective of this association is to make available the UMANG app services to
citizens through 3.75 lakh Common Service Centres (CSCs) across the country.
The UMANG stands for “Unified Mobile Application for New-age Governance”. The app is a single
platform for the citizens to access e governance services ranging of central, state and local government
bodies.
109. The Draft Health Data Management Policy has been released by which agency?
[A] National Health Authority
[B] Director General of Health Services
[C] Family Welfare Training and Research Centre
[D] All India Institute of Medical Science
Answer: National Health Authority
The “Draft Health Data Management Policy” of the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) has been
released by the National Health Authority.
The draft policy has been released on the official webpage of NDHM for public comments and
suggestions, after which the Health Data Management Policy would be finalized. The NDHM programme
was announced by the Prime Minister during his Independence Day speech.

110. Who is the first bowler to take 500 wickets in T20 cricket torunaments?
[A] James Anderson

[B] Jasprit Bumrah
[C] Dwayne Bravo
[D] Kemar Roach
Answer: Dwayne Bravo
West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo has become the first bowler in the world, to take 500 T20 wickets.
The 36-year old former West Indies captain achieved this feat during the CPL match between Trinbago
Knight Riders and St Lucia Zouks. He played an integral role in the two World T20 wins of West Indies in
2012 and 2016.
111. Hulhumalé Central Park, that was seen in news recently, is located in which country?
[A] Maldives
[B] Mauritius
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: Maldives
Maldives has recently organised the Ground-breaking ceremony for development of the Hulhumalé
Central Park and renovation of ‘Arrival Jetty’.
The projects are being developed by the Housing Development Corporation (HDC), through 10 million
Maldivian Rupee assistance from India. This is a part of the 18 grant projects being financed by India in
the island country.
112. Which Indian state has passed a resolution for inclusion in the Sixth Schedule of the Constitution?
[A] Assam
[B] Arunachal Pradesh
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Arunachal Pradesh
The Arunachal Pradesh Assembly has recently passed a resolution to bring the state under the scope of
Sixth Schedule of the Constitution.
The Sixth Schedule provides protection of tribal people’s rights in the Northeast India. Under the Indian
constitution, Arunachal Pradesh is the only North-eastern state without any protective provisions for its
tribal communities.
113. Who is the head of the new forum on Artificial Intelligence set up by the Confederation of Indian
Industry (CII)?
[A] Sandip Patel
[B] Cyrus Mistry
[C] Rekha Menon
[D] Ramkumar Ramamoorthy
Answer: Sandip Patel
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has recently announced that it has established a new forum on
Artificial Intelligence chaired by Sandip Patel.
Sandip Patel is the Managing Director of India/South Asia region of IBM. The CII AI Forum will focus on
building a strong AI ecosystem in India. It also seeks to generate awareness at grassroot level and
reskill the Indian workforce in emerging technologies.

114. Which state is to set up India’s first Skill University at a cost of over Rs 850 crores?
[A] Madhya Pradesh

[B] Assam
[C] West Bengal
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Assam
The Government of Assam has proposed to set up a Skill University at Mangaldoi in Darrang district. The
new University would be set up at a cost of over Rs.850 crore. Assam Cabinet has approved the Assam
Skill Development University Bill.
The Director of Assam Skill Development Mission has stated that the university will be called as Skill
City and it would be the first of its kind in India. It would have a capacity of 10,000 seats.
115. Which Government scheme has neared 20 lakh subscriptions in the current financial year?
[A] Atal Pension Yojana
[B] PM Jan Dhan Yojana
[C] PM Jan Arogya Yojana
[D] PM Fasal Bima Yojana
Answer: Atal Pension Yojana
The Atal Pension Yojana (APY) has reached close to 20 Lakh (2 million) subscribers during the current
financial year from April 2020.
The total subscriber base under the APY scheme has reached 21 million. The APY scheme was launched
in 2015, with an aim to create a universal social security system for all, especially the poor and under-
privileged. The scheme is administered by PFRDA through the National Pension System (NPS).
116. Which technology company has introduced health monitoring device ‘Halo Band’?
[A] Microsoft
[B] Apple
[C] Google
[D] Amazon
Answer: Amazon
E commerce and technology Major Amazon has launched ‘Halo Band’, thus officially venturing into the
health monitoring segment.
The wrist band uses AI software to monitor personal wellness parameters. The device is said to have
three-dimensional scan feature for measuring body fat and voice detection to evaluate the user’s
emotion.
117. Which state/UT is to set up India’s first International Women’s Trade Centre?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Bihar
[D] Kerala
Answer: Kerala
India’s first International women’s trade centre (WTC) will be set up in Kerala. The WTC would come up
in line with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) at Angamaly district of the state.
The setting up of women trade centre aims to promote women entrepreneurship and achieve gender
equality in the country. It is expected to provide a safe work place for women to start their new
businesses and provide a platform for marketing their products globally.

118. The Union Government has proposed to introduce how many ordinances in the upcoming monsoon
session of Parliament?
[A] 2
[B] 5
[C] 8
[D] 11
Answer: 11
The Union Government has proposed to introduce 11 ordinances in the upcoming Monsoon Session of
Parliament.
These ordinances pertain to various ministries including Health Ministry, Finance Ministry and
Agriculture Ministry. The Monsoon Session would commence from 14th September and will continue till
1st October without any break. Several preventive measures have been put in place at the Parliament for
the safety of participants.
119. Which Government scheme has recently completed six years since inception?
[A] Atal Pension Yojana
[B] PM Jan Dhan Yojana
[C] PM Jeevan Jothi Bima Yojana
[D] Atal Bujal Mission
Answer: PM Jan Dhan Yojana
The flagship Government scheme for Financial Inclusion – Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY)
has completed 6 years.
The scheme was launched in on August 15th 2014, with an aim to bring the unbanked people of the
country into the Banking system. As per official reports, till August 2020 40.35 crore bank accounts have
been opened under the scheme.
120. Marieke Lucas Rijneveld has been awarded International Booker Prize 2020, for which novel?
[A] The Side Road
[B] Discomfort of Evening
[C] Such a Fun Age
[D] Real Life
Answer: Discomfort of Evening
The prestigious International Booker Prize for the year 2020 has been awarded to the Dutch author
Marieke Lucas Rijneveld for her debut novel “Discomfort of Evening”.
The novel has been translated to English by Michele Hutchison. This prize is announced annually for the
best book translated into English and published in UK or Ireland.
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