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Question 1 of 70
1. Question
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In which of the states is the India’s longest river ropeway being inaugurated in August 2020?
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The 1.8- kilometre long ropeway service connecting Guwahati and North Guwahati. The ropeway has been operated from Kachari Ghat in Guwahati to Dol Govinda temple in North Guwahati.
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The 1.8- kilometre long ropeway service connecting Guwahati and North Guwahati. The ropeway has been operated from Kachari Ghat in Guwahati to Dol Govinda temple in North Guwahati.
Question 2 of 70
2. Question
1 points
In which of the following cities is the “Tribes India Showroom” launched by TRIFED, Ministry of Tribal Affairs to promote the livelihood of the tribal people marketing?
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“Tribes India Showroom” has been e-inaugurated by the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda. The showroom has been inaugurated in Indian Globe Chambers of LIC Western Zonal Office, Fort, Mumbai.
“Tribes India on Wheels” is also launched by TRIFED to boost the sales and enhance tribal income in these challenging times.
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“Tribes India Showroom” has been e-inaugurated by the Union Minister for Tribal Affairs, Arjun Munda. The showroom has been inaugurated in Indian Globe Chambers of LIC Western Zonal Office, Fort, Mumbai.
“Tribes India on Wheels” is also launched by TRIFED to boost the sales and enhance tribal income in these challenging times.
Question 3 of 70
3. Question
1 points
Which bank has launched a hiring initiative called ‘Gig-a-Opportunities’ to employ nearly 1,000 people?
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Axis Bank has plans to employ nearly 1,000 people under its new hiring initiative ‘Gig-a-Opportunities’, a model devised to attract skilled talent that can work with the bank remotely, from anywhere in the country.
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Axis Bank has plans to employ nearly 1,000 people under its new hiring initiative ‘Gig-a-Opportunities’, a model devised to attract skilled talent that can work with the bank remotely, from anywhere in the country.
Question 4 of 70
4. Question
1 points
Which company has got the approval from Competition Commission of India (CCI) for the acquisition of C&S Electric?
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Fair trade regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) said it approved the proposed acquisition of C&S Electric by Siemens.
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Fair trade regulator Competition Commission of India (CCI) said it approved the proposed acquisition of C&S Electric by Siemens.
Question 5 of 70
5. Question
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Along with South African all-rounder Jaques Kallis, Pakistan batting great Zaheer Abbas, which other cricketer was inducted into the International Cricket Council’s Hall of Fame in August 2020?
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Legendary South African all-rounder Jaques Kallis, Pakistan batting great Zaheer Abbas and Pune-born former Australian captain Lisa Sthalekar were inducted into the International Cricket Council’s Hall of Fame in a virtual ceremony.
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Legendary South African all-rounder Jaques Kallis, Pakistan batting great Zaheer Abbas and Pune-born former Australian captain Lisa Sthalekar were inducted into the International Cricket Council’s Hall of Fame in a virtual ceremony.
Question 6 of 70
6. Question
1 points
What is the theme of International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition 2020?
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The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is annually observed on August 23 to remind people of the tragedy of the transatlantic slave trade.
This year, the theme is ‘Confronting Slavery’s Legacy of Racism Together’
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The United Nations’ (UN) International Day for the Remembrance of the Slave Trade and its Abolition is annually observed on August 23 to remind people of the tragedy of the transatlantic slave trade.
This year, the theme is ‘Confronting Slavery’s Legacy of Racism Together’
Question 7 of 70
7. Question
1 points
As per the new order by the Ministry of Finance, businesses with an annual turnover of up to how much amount are GST exempt?
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The Ministry of Finance said that businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are GST exempt. Initially, this limit was Rs 20 lakh.
The Finance Ministry said, additionally those with a turnover up to Rs 1.5 crore can opt for the Composition Scheme and pay only 1 per cent tax.
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The Ministry of Finance said that businesses with an annual turnover of up to Rs 40 lakh are GST exempt. Initially, this limit was Rs 20 lakh.
The Finance Ministry said, additionally those with a turnover up to Rs 1.5 crore can opt for the Composition Scheme and pay only 1 per cent tax.
Question 8 of 70
8. Question
1 points
Who has been chosen as the chairman of the National Council for Transgender Persons constituted by the central government for the transgender persons?
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The Centre has constituted a National Council for Transgender Persons through a notification. Thawar Chand Gehlot, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister will be the ex-officio Chairperson and Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment will be ex-officio Vice-Chairperson.
The National Council will advise the Centre on the formulation of policies, programmes, legislation and projects with respect to transgender persons.
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The Centre has constituted a National Council for Transgender Persons through a notification. Thawar Chand Gehlot, Social Justice and Empowerment Minister will be the ex-officio Chairperson and Union Minister of State for Social Justice and Empowerment will be ex-officio Vice-Chairperson.
The National Council will advise the Centre on the formulation of policies, programmes, legislation and projects with respect to transgender persons.
Question 9 of 70
9. Question
1 points
Which state/UT government launched Niraman Mazdoor Registration Abhiyan, for registration of construction labourers at all the 70 assembly constituencies?
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The Delhi government launched Niraman Mazdoor Registration Abhiyan, under which a mega registration campaign will be held for construction workers from August 24 to September 11.
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The Delhi government launched Niraman Mazdoor Registration Abhiyan, under which a mega registration campaign will be held for construction workers from August 24 to September 11.
Question 10 of 70
10. Question
1 points
What is the official mascot of the dragonfly festival hosted by Kerala in August 2020?
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WWF-India State unit has joined hands with the Society for Odonate Studies (SOS) and Thumbipuranam for the first-ever State Dragonfly Festival in Kerala, christened Thumbimahotsavam 2020.
‘Pantalu’ is the official mascot of the festival. As part of the festival, various programmes will be rolled out in the coming months to reach out to various sections of society.
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WWF-India State unit has joined hands with the Society for Odonate Studies (SOS) and Thumbipuranam for the first-ever State Dragonfly Festival in Kerala, christened Thumbimahotsavam 2020.
‘Pantalu’ is the official mascot of the festival. As part of the festival, various programmes will be rolled out in the coming months to reach out to various sections of society.
Question 11 of 70
11. Question
1 points
Name the Covid-19 vaccine facility launched by the World Health Organisation that it urged wealthier member states to join?
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The World Health Organisation has urged wealthier member states to join its Covid-19 vaccine facility by the end of the month, amid fears it may not raise enough money to fund the global inoculation programme.
The mechanism, known as Covax, aims to ensure the equitable global distribution of 2bn doses of effective vaccines by the end of 2021 but the initiative has so far failed to build momentum.
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The World Health Organisation has urged wealthier member states to join its Covid-19 vaccine facility by the end of the month, amid fears it may not raise enough money to fund the global inoculation programme.
The mechanism, known as Covax, aims to ensure the equitable global distribution of 2bn doses of effective vaccines by the end of 2021 but the initiative has so far failed to build momentum.
Question 12 of 70
12. Question
1 points
Who is the author of the book titled ‘Who painted my lust red?
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A book titled “Who painted my lust red?” has been authored by Sree Iyer has been released recently . The book is something about when Bollywood meets Cricket meets Politicians.
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A book titled “Who painted my lust red?” has been authored by Sree Iyer has been released recently . The book is something about when Bollywood meets Cricket meets Politicians.
Question 13 of 70
13. Question
1 points
Which company launched a new initiative called The Anywhere School, bringing over 50 new features hundreds of thousands of viewers in more than 250 countries around the world?
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As millions of students navigate learning from home, Google has announced a new initiative called The Anywhere School, bringing over 50 new features across Meet, Classroom, G Suite and other products to hundreds of thousands of viewers in more than 250 countries around the world.
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As millions of students navigate learning from home, Google has announced a new initiative called The Anywhere School, bringing over 50 new features across Meet, Classroom, G Suite and other products to hundreds of thousands of viewers in more than 250 countries around the world.
Question 14 of 70
14. Question
1 points
Which bank has integrated Aadhaar enabled Payment System (AePS) on its platform to enable banking services through Aadhaar cards?
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Home-grown Paytm Payments Bank has integrated Aadhaar enabled Payment System (AePS) on its platform. The integration will allow customers to access basic banking services like cash withdrawal, balance enquiry and draw mini statement using their Aadhaar card.
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Home-grown Paytm Payments Bank has integrated Aadhaar enabled Payment System (AePS) on its platform. The integration will allow customers to access basic banking services like cash withdrawal, balance enquiry and draw mini statement using their Aadhaar card.
Question 15 of 70
15. Question
1 points
How much amount of loan agreement has been signed between India and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for Mumbai Urban Transport Project-III?
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Maharashtra Government, Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed a loan agreement for a USD 500 million Mumbai Urban Transport Project-III.
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Maharashtra Government, Mumbai Railway Vikas Corporation and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) signed a loan agreement for a USD 500 million Mumbai Urban Transport Project-III.
Question 16 of 70
16. Question
1 points
A Bhaskar Raj who passed away recently was a noted ___________ filmmaker?
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Noted Malayalam filmmaker AB Raj, also known as A Bhaskar Raj, who had been active in the world of movies for over three decades since 1951, died at his residence in Chennai. He was 95.
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Noted Malayalam filmmaker AB Raj, also known as A Bhaskar Raj, who had been active in the world of movies for over three decades since 1951, died at his residence in Chennai. He was 95.
Question 17 of 70
17. Question
1 points
Cricketer Cameron White of which country has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket?
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Former Australia captain and all-rounder Cameron White has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket.
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Former Australia captain and all-rounder Cameron White has announced his retirement from all forms of professional cricket.
Question 18 of 70
18. Question
1 points
Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, head of which of the following has been given a two-year extension as its chairman?
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Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Head of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has been given a two-year extension as the Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development and Chairman DRDO beyond his tenure of August 26, 2020.
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Dr. G. Satheesh Reddy, Head of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has been given a two-year extension as the Secretary, Department of Defence Research and Development and Chairman DRDO beyond his tenure of August 26, 2020.
Question 19 of 70
19. Question
1 points
NABARD signed a pact with Vivriti Capital and which bank to launch a dedicated debt and credit guarantee programme in a bid to ensure uninterrupted flow of credit in rural areas affected by the COVID-19 pandemic?
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The product- Structured Finance and Partial Guarantee Programme to NBFC-MFIs -entails providing partial guarantee on pooled loans extended to small and mid-sized micro finance institutions (MFIs).
Nabard signed a pact with Vivriti Capital and Ujjivan Small Finance Bank earlier this month to roll out the initiative.
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The product- Structured Finance and Partial Guarantee Programme to NBFC-MFIs -entails providing partial guarantee on pooled loans extended to small and mid-sized micro finance institutions (MFIs).
Nabard signed a pact with Vivriti Capital and Ujjivan Small Finance Bank earlier this month to roll out the initiative.
Question 20 of 70
20. Question
1 points
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has projected India’s growth rate at what percent for 2020-21?
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The Reserve Bank has projected India’s growth rate at (-) 4.5 percent for 2020-21. In its annual report, RBI projected global growth rate between (-) 6.0 per cent and (-) 7.6 per cent.
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The Reserve Bank has projected India’s growth rate at (-) 4.5 percent for 2020-21. In its annual report, RBI projected global growth rate between (-) 6.0 per cent and (-) 7.6 per cent.
Question 21 of 70
21. Question
1 points
Which Information Technology company has collaborated with NITI Aayog to empower women entrepreneurs in the country?
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IT major Tech Mahindra announced collaboration with NITI Aayog to empower women entrepreneurs in the country.
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IT major Tech Mahindra announced collaboration with NITI Aayog to empower women entrepreneurs in the country.
Question 22 of 70
22. Question
1 points
Which government has launched a portal for NRIs named ‘NRI unified portal’, to help bring investment in the state along with assisting those seeking jobs abroad?
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UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a portal for NRIs named ‘NRI unified portal’ , especially for those from Uttar Pradesh, that will help not only in bringing in investment but also assist those seeking jobs abroad.
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UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath launched a portal for NRIs named ‘NRI unified portal’ , especially for those from Uttar Pradesh, that will help not only in bringing in investment but also assist those seeking jobs abroad.
Question 23 of 70
23. Question
1 points
Which bank has become the first in the country to deploy satellite data to assess Farmer Loans?
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For the first time in domestic banking, ICICI Bank is deploying satellite data to power farm credit assessment, which it claims will reduce cost for both farmers as well as the lender.
The second-largest private sector lender said it has been piloting the project in a few select villages for the past two years and is extending the same to 500 villages in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat now.
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For the first time in domestic banking, ICICI Bank is deploying satellite data to power farm credit assessment, which it claims will reduce cost for both farmers as well as the lender.
The second-largest private sector lender said it has been piloting the project in a few select villages for the past two years and is extending the same to 500 villages in Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat now.
Question 24 of 70
24. Question
1 points
Which insurance company has launched a first-of-its-kind policy called ‘Shagun – Gift an insurance’ for the purpose of gifting Personal Accident policy?
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SBI General Insurance has launched first-of-its-kind insurance product called ‘Shagun – Gift an Insurance”, which is a unique gift of Personal Accident policy.
Gift Receiver (insured) should be in the age group of 18 years to 65 years.Policy can be availed for up to 1 Year.
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SBI General Insurance has launched first-of-its-kind insurance product called ‘Shagun – Gift an Insurance”, which is a unique gift of Personal Accident policy.
Gift Receiver (insured) should be in the age group of 18 years to 65 years.Policy can be availed for up to 1 Year.
Question 25 of 70
25. Question
1 points
Neelakanta Bhanu Prakash who has become the world’s fastest human calculator after winning Gold in the Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) held in which country?
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Neelakanta Bhanu Prakash, a 21-year-old Hyderabad boy, has become the world’s fastest human calculator after winning the first gold for India in the Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) in London.
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Neelakanta Bhanu Prakash, a 21-year-old Hyderabad boy, has become the world’s fastest human calculator after winning the first gold for India in the Mental Calculation World Championship at Mind Sports Olympiad (MSO) in London.
Question 26 of 70
26. Question
1 points
Who has been appointed as the interim Managing Director and the CEO of Indian Energy Exchange (IEX)?
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Rajiv Srivastava, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) resigned aside citing personal reasons.
Satyanarayan Goel, the current non-executive chairman of the board of IEX was given additional charges as the interim MD and CEO of the company.
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Rajiv Srivastava, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer, Indian Energy Exchange (IEX) resigned aside citing personal reasons.
Satyanarayan Goel, the current non-executive chairman of the board of IEX was given additional charges as the interim MD and CEO of the company.
Question 27 of 70
27. Question
1 points
Name the country’s first bullion index launched by India’s largest commodity exchange the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX)?
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India’s largest commodity exchange the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) launched the country’s first bullion index, MCX iCOMDEX Bullion, or Bulldex.
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India’s largest commodity exchange the Multi-Commodity Exchange of India Ltd (MCX) launched the country’s first bullion index, MCX iCOMDEX Bullion, or Bulldex.
Question 28 of 70
28. Question
1 points
In August 2020, The Ministry of Culture announced 7 new circles of Archaeological Survey of India, ASI. Which one of the following is not among those 7 circles?
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The Ministry of Culture has announced 7 new circles of Archaeological Survey of India, ASI.
The new circles have been created in Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), Trichy (Tamil Nadu), Jhansi and Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Hampi (Karnataka), Raiganj (West Bengal) and Rajkot (Gujarat) have been created.
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The Ministry of Culture has announced 7 new circles of Archaeological Survey of India, ASI.
The new circles have been created in Jabalpur (Madhya Pradesh), Trichy (Tamil Nadu), Jhansi and Meerut (Uttar Pradesh), Hampi (Karnataka), Raiganj (West Bengal) and Rajkot (Gujarat) have been created.
Question 29 of 70
29. Question
1 points
Women in which state topped the list of MUDRA loan scheme female beneficiaries?
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Over 15 crore loans amounting to ₹4.78-lakh-crore have been disbursed to women borrowers since the inception of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) with Tamil Nadu topping the list in availing the loan followed by women in West Bengal and Karnataka.
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Over 15 crore loans amounting to ₹4.78-lakh-crore have been disbursed to women borrowers since the inception of the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) with Tamil Nadu topping the list in availing the loan followed by women in West Bengal and Karnataka.
Question 30 of 70
30. Question
1 points
Which state has topped the first ever Export Preparedness index 2020 released by NITI Aayog on the lines of ease of doing business ranking?
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Gujarat has been ranked first in the first ever Export Preparedness index 2020 released by NITI Ayog.
The report says, overall, most of the Coastal States are the best performers. Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu occupy the top three ranks.
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Gujarat has been ranked first in the first ever Export Preparedness index 2020 released by NITI Ayog.
The report says, overall, most of the Coastal States are the best performers. Gujarat, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu occupy the top three ranks.
Question 31 of 70
31. Question
1 points
Which university has become the first in the country to set up a Space Innovation-cum-Incubation Centre with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)?
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The Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla in Odisha’s Sambalpur district became the first University in the country to set up a Space Innovation-cum-Incubation Centre with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
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The Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology (VSSUT), Burla in Odisha’s Sambalpur district became the first University in the country to set up a Space Innovation-cum-Incubation Centre with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
Question 32 of 70
32. Question
1 points
To promote the trading of which GI-tagged product, is the e-auction portal launched in August 2020?
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Jammu and Kashmir’s agriculture department has created an e-auction portal to promote trading of GI-tagged ‘Kashmir Saffron’.
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Jammu and Kashmir’s agriculture department has created an e-auction portal to promote trading of GI-tagged ‘Kashmir Saffron’.
Question 33 of 70
33. Question
1 points
In August 2020, World Health Organization declared which continent to be polio free?
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World Health Organization has declared Africa free of polio, a landmark in a decades-long campaign to eradicate the notorious disease around the world.
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World Health Organization has declared Africa free of polio, a landmark in a decades-long campaign to eradicate the notorious disease around the world.
Question 34 of 70
34. Question
1 points
Which bank launched a new savings account called the ‘Liberty Savings Account’ for Indian youth, aimed at millennial customers?
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Axis Bank has launched a new savings account called the Axis Liberty Savings Account, aimed at millennial customers.
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Axis Bank has launched a new savings account called the Axis Liberty Savings Account, aimed at millennial customers.
Question 35 of 70
35. Question
1 points
Which bank has introduced a platform called ‘Omni Collect’, a one-stop solution to provide multiple payment options on single platform?
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HSBC India introduced Omni Collect, a one-stop solution to provide multiple payment options on single platform.
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HSBC India introduced Omni Collect, a one-stop solution to provide multiple payment options on single platform.
Question 36 of 70
36. Question
1 points
In August 2020, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) decided to dissolve BCSBI. What does S stand for in BCSBI?
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to dissolve the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI).
BCSBI was set up by the Reserve Bank in February 2006 as an independent and autonomous body, assigned to formulate codes of conduct to be adopted by banks voluntarily for ensuring fair treatment of customers.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has decided to dissolve the Banking Codes and Standards Board of India (BCSBI).
BCSBI was set up by the Reserve Bank in February 2006 as an independent and autonomous body, assigned to formulate codes of conduct to be adopted by banks voluntarily for ensuring fair treatment of customers.
Question 37 of 70
37. Question
1 points
Indian sportsperson Poulomi Ghatak has announced her retirement from which game to shift focus on coaching career?
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Veteran Indian table tennis player from West Bengal, Poulomi Ghatak, has announced her retirement from the game to shift focus on coaching career.
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Veteran Indian table tennis player from West Bengal, Poulomi Ghatak, has announced her retirement from the game to shift focus on coaching career.
Question 38 of 70
38. Question
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Vinay M Tonse has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of which of the following?
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SBI Funds Management said it has appointed Vinay M Tonse as MD & CEO, replacing Ashwani Bhatia who returned to parent State Bank of India (SBI) as its Managing Director.
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SBI Funds Management said it has appointed Vinay M Tonse as MD & CEO, replacing Ashwani Bhatia who returned to parent State Bank of India (SBI) as its Managing Director.
Question 39 of 70
39. Question
1 points
A book titled ‘Cricket Drona’ is based on the life of which coach?
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A book title ‘Cricket Drona’ on renowned coach Vasudev Jagannath Paranjpe or Vasoo Paranjape will be released in September 2020.
The book published by Penguin has been co-authored by Paranjape”s son, former India player and current national selector Jatin Paranjpe along with cricket journalist Anand Vasu.
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A book title ‘Cricket Drona’ on renowned coach Vasudev Jagannath Paranjpe or Vasoo Paranjape will be released in September 2020.
The book published by Penguin has been co-authored by Paranjape”s son, former India player and current national selector Jatin Paranjpe along with cricket journalist Anand Vasu.
Question 40 of 70
40. Question
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What is the theme of World Water Week 2020?
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World Water Week 2020 is observed from 23-28 August, 2020. The World Water Week organized by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in Stockholm.
World Water Week 2020 theme is ‘Water and Climate change: Accelerating Action’.
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World Water Week 2020 is observed from 23-28 August, 2020. The World Water Week organized by Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI) in Stockholm.
World Water Week 2020 theme is ‘Water and Climate change: Accelerating Action’.
Question 41 of 70
41. Question
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The National GIS-enabled Land Bank system launched by the union government was initially being launched in how many states?
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Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has e-launched the National GIS-enabled Land Bank system, which is being developed by the integration of the Industrial Information System (IIS) with the State GIS Systems.
The project was launched for six states, while other states and Union Territories would be brought on board by December 2020.
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Union Minister for Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal has e-launched the National GIS-enabled Land Bank system, which is being developed by the integration of the Industrial Information System (IIS) with the State GIS Systems.
The project was launched for six states, while other states and Union Territories would be brought on board by December 2020.
Question 42 of 70
42. Question
1 points
Who is the head of the committee formed by the union government to redefine the role of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the current and futuristic defence scenarios?
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The central government has set up an expert committee to redefine the role of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the current and futuristic defence and battlefield scenarios.
To be led by Prof P Ramagopal Rao, Director IIT Delhi, the select panel will delve deep into the nature of work being carried out by each lab under the organisation.
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The central government has set up an expert committee to redefine the role of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) for the current and futuristic defence and battlefield scenarios.
To be led by Prof P Ramagopal Rao, Director IIT Delhi, the select panel will delve deep into the nature of work being carried out by each lab under the organisation.
Question 43 of 70
43. Question
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Which government has launched “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” campaign for students?
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The Delhi government has recently launched “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” campaign for students.
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The Delhi government has recently launched “Healthy Body, Healthy Mind” campaign for students.
Question 44 of 70
44. Question
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According to a new UNICEF report titled ‘The Remote Learning Reachability’, about how much percent of Indian households have internet connections to access e-education?
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Just 24 per cent of Indian households have internet connections to access e-education, and there is a large rural-urban and gender divide that is likely to widen the learning gap across high, middle and low-income families, according to a new UNICEF report titled ‘The Remote Learning Reachability’.
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Just 24 per cent of Indian households have internet connections to access e-education, and there is a large rural-urban and gender divide that is likely to widen the learning gap across high, middle and low-income families, according to a new UNICEF report titled ‘The Remote Learning Reachability’.
Question 45 of 70
45. Question
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Which bank has announced a strategic partnership with Adobe to help improve digital experience journey of its customers?
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HDFC Bank has announced a strategic partnership with Adobe to help improve digital experience journey of its customers.
The company claims that the partnership will enable HDFC Bank to deliver personalised digital experiences to existing as well as new customers, at anytime and anywhere.
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HDFC Bank has announced a strategic partnership with Adobe to help improve digital experience journey of its customers.
The company claims that the partnership will enable HDFC Bank to deliver personalised digital experiences to existing as well as new customers, at anytime and anywhere.
Question 46 of 70
46. Question
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Which payments solutions company has partnered with Visa to develop installments platform for face-to-face transactions?
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Innoviti announced that it had entered a partnership with Visa, the leader in payments technology to develop a platform that will enable issuers to extend credit to their cardholders at face-to-face point-of-sale (In India).
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Innoviti announced that it had entered a partnership with Visa, the leader in payments technology to develop a platform that will enable issuers to extend credit to their cardholders at face-to-face point-of-sale (In India).
Question 47 of 70
47. Question
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As announced by Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju, in which year India will be hosting BRICS games?
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India are planning to host BRICS Games in 2021 and may align it with Khelo India Games, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has said.
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India are planning to host BRICS Games in 2021 and may align it with Khelo India Games, Sports Minister Kiren Rijiju has said.
Question 48 of 70
48. Question
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Brothers Bob and Mike Bryan announced their retirement from which sport in August 2020?
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US men’s doubles duo Bob and Mike Bryan announced the end of their legendary record-shattering tennis career, just days before the US Open where they made their Grand Slam debut in 1995.
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US men’s doubles duo Bob and Mike Bryan announced the end of their legendary record-shattering tennis career, just days before the US Open where they made their Grand Slam debut in 1995.
Question 49 of 70
49. Question
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Writer Marieke Lucas Rijneveld who became the youngest author to win the 2020 International Booker prize for their debut novel ‘The Discomfort of Evening’ hails from which country?
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29-year-old Dutch writer Marieke Lucas Rijneveld won the 2020 International Booker prize for their debut novel ‘The Discomfort of Evening’.
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29-year-old Dutch writer Marieke Lucas Rijneveld won the 2020 International Booker prize for their debut novel ‘The Discomfort of Evening’.
Question 50 of 70
50. Question
1 points
Archana Mahanta who passed away in August 2020 was related to which profession?
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Noted singer Archana Mahanta passed away in Guwahati in a private hospital. She was 72.
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Noted singer Archana Mahanta passed away in Guwahati in a private hospital. She was 72.
Question 51 of 70
51. Question
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The book titled ”pitching it straight” is the memoir of whom who is also the co-author of the book?
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The book titled ”pitching it straight” was released recently, which has been co-authored by Indian Cricket Coach Gurcharan Singh and senior journalist MS Unnikrishnan.
In 186-page book, renowned coach Gurcharan offers priceless tips to the current generation with anecdotes.
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The book titled ”pitching it straight” was released recently, which has been co-authored by Indian Cricket Coach Gurcharan Singh and senior journalist MS Unnikrishnan.
In 186-page book, renowned coach Gurcharan offers priceless tips to the current generation with anecdotes.
Question 52 of 70
52. Question
1 points
The first ever Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) train was flagged off from Bengaluru to which city?
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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa flagged off the first ever Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) train between Bengaluru (Nelamangala) to Solapur (Maharashtra) through video conferencing.
RORO is a concept of carrying road vehicles loaded with various commodities on open flat railway wagons.
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Karnataka Chief Minister BS Yediyurappa flagged off the first ever Roll-On/Roll-Off (RO-RO) train between Bengaluru (Nelamangala) to Solapur (Maharashtra) through video conferencing.
RORO is a concept of carrying road vehicles loaded with various commodities on open flat railway wagons.
Question 53 of 70
53. Question
1 points
Where will the India’s first international women’s trade centre (IWTC) be set up?
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Kerala will set up India’s first international women’s trade centre (IWTC), in consonance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at Angamaly.
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Kerala will set up India’s first international women’s trade centre (IWTC), in consonance with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) at Angamaly.
Question 54 of 70
54. Question
1 points
Which state launched the ‘Major Dhyan Chand Vijaypath Yojana’ under which 19 international players from the state will get road connectivity to their houses?
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Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Keshav Prasad Maurya launched the Major Dhyan Chand Vijaypath Yojana under which 19 international players from the state will get road connectivity to their houses.
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Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh Keshav Prasad Maurya launched the Major Dhyan Chand Vijaypath Yojana under which 19 international players from the state will get road connectivity to their houses.
Question 55 of 70
55. Question
1 points
Which bank has won three Brandon Hall Excellence Awards for its HR initiative ‘Nayi Disha’?
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The country’s largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) said it has got global recognition for its HR initiative ‘Nayi Disha’ which over the course of 1.5 years has touched more than 2.40 lakh employees.
The bank has won three Brandon Hall Excellence Awards, also known as the Academy Awards of Learning & Development.
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The country’s largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) said it has got global recognition for its HR initiative ‘Nayi Disha’ which over the course of 1.5 years has touched more than 2.40 lakh employees.
The bank has won three Brandon Hall Excellence Awards, also known as the Academy Awards of Learning & Development.
Question 56 of 70
56. Question
1 points
Who has become the first Divyang sportsperson of country to get prestigious Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award?
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Para-swimmer Satyendra Singh Lohia of Madhya Pradesh is the first Divyanga Indian sportsperson of the country, who has been awarded with the Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award.
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Para-swimmer Satyendra Singh Lohia of Madhya Pradesh is the first Divyanga Indian sportsperson of the country, who has been awarded with the Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award.
Question 57 of 70
57. Question
1 points
Ramdeo Rai how passed away recently was related to which profession?
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Veteran Congress leader, multiple term Bihar MLA and former Lok Sabha member Ramdeo Rai, who had caused ripples in the 1980s when he defeated socialist heavyweight Karpoori Thakur in an electoral contest, died in Patna. He was 81.
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Veteran Congress leader, multiple term Bihar MLA and former Lok Sabha member Ramdeo Rai, who had caused ripples in the 1980s when he defeated socialist heavyweight Karpoori Thakur in an electoral contest, died in Patna. He was 81.
Question 58 of 70
58. Question
1 points
Dr S. Padmavati, India’s First Female ______________ passed away recently.
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Noted cardiologist Dr S Padmavati has died due to COVID-19. She was 103. Recipient of both Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, Dr S Padmavati popularly known as ‘God Mother of Cardiology’.
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Noted cardiologist Dr S Padmavati has died due to COVID-19. She was 103. Recipient of both Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan, Dr S Padmavati popularly known as ‘God Mother of Cardiology’.
Question 59 of 70
59. Question
1 points
Former President Pranab Mukherjee who passed away at 84 served as the which number President of India?
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Pranab Mukherjee served as the 13th President of India from 2012 until 2017.
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Pranab Mukherjee served as the 13th President of India from 2012 until 2017.
Question 60 of 70
60. Question
1 points
With the completion of 6 years of the launch of Jan Dhan Yojana on 28th August 2020, about how many accounts have been opened by this time?
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More than 40.35 crore people benefited from the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) which was launched six years ago as a national mission for financial inclusion.
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More than 40.35 crore people benefited from the Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) which was launched six years ago as a national mission for financial inclusion.
Question 61 of 70
61. Question
1 points
Where is the multilateral Military Exercise Kavkaz 2020 going to be held in September 2020 from which India has withdrawn from participating?
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India has announced that it is withdrawing from multilateral Military Exercise Kavkaz 2020 to be held in Russia next month (Sep 2020).
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India has announced that it is withdrawing from multilateral Military Exercise Kavkaz 2020 to be held in Russia next month (Sep 2020).
Question 62 of 70
62. Question
1 points
Usha Padhee who has been given the additional charge as director general of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS) becoming the first woman in history to be given the charge is the joint secretary in which ministry?
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Usha Padhee, joint secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has been given additional charge as director general of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).
Padhee is the first woman and third IAS officer to have been appointed to the post.
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Usha Padhee, joint secretary in the Ministry of Civil Aviation, has been given additional charge as director general of the Bureau of Civil Aviation Security (BCAS).
Padhee is the first woman and third IAS officer to have been appointed to the post.
Question 63 of 70
63. Question
1 points
What is the helpline number of mental health rehabilitation helpline ‘Kiran’ launched by the social justice ministry?
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The “Kiran” mental health rehabilitation helpline number, 1800-599-0019, will provide callers “support for early screening, first-aid, psychological support, distress management, mental well-being, preventing deviant behaviours, psychological crisis management etc.
The helpline will offer services in 13 languages.
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The “Kiran” mental health rehabilitation helpline number, 1800-599-0019, will provide callers “support for early screening, first-aid, psychological support, distress management, mental well-being, preventing deviant behaviours, psychological crisis management etc.
The helpline will offer services in 13 languages.
Question 64 of 70
64. Question
1 points
What is the outlay of the next-generation startup contest “Chunauti” which aims to encourage startups and software products with special focus on Tier-II towns?
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Minister for Electronics and IT Ravi Shankar Prasad launched next-generation startup contest “Chunauti” which aims to encourage startups and software products with special focus on Tier-II towns.
With an outlay of about Rs 95 crore over a three-year period, the programme aims to identify around 300 startups working in identified areas and provide them seed fund of up to Rs 25 lakh and other facilities.
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Minister for Electronics and IT Ravi Shankar Prasad launched next-generation startup contest “Chunauti” which aims to encourage startups and software products with special focus on Tier-II towns.
With an outlay of about Rs 95 crore over a three-year period, the programme aims to identify around 300 startups working in identified areas and provide them seed fund of up to Rs 25 lakh and other facilities.
Question 65 of 70
65. Question
1 points
What is the name of the Kerala’s first marine ambulance acquired by the state fisheries department, launched in Kochi?
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Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated Pratheeksha, the first marine ambulance acquired by the state fisheries department, through video conference in Kochi.
The floating out ceremony of two other ambulances Prathyasa and Karunya was held on the occasion.
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Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated Pratheeksha, the first marine ambulance acquired by the state fisheries department, through video conference in Kochi.
The floating out ceremony of two other ambulances Prathyasa and Karunya was held on the occasion.
Question 66 of 70
66. Question
1 points
What is the rank of India in terms of the average wage per month, according to a global ranking of average wages prepared by Picodi.com, an international e-commerce platform which provides discount coupons?
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With an average monthly wage of Rs 32,800 (USD 437), India has been ranked a lowly 72nd among 106 countries in terms of the average wage per month, while Switzerland topped the chart, according to a global ranking of average wages prepared by Picodi.com, an international e-commerce platform which provides discount coupons.
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With an average monthly wage of Rs 32,800 (USD 437), India has been ranked a lowly 72nd among 106 countries in terms of the average wage per month, while Switzerland topped the chart, according to a global ranking of average wages prepared by Picodi.com, an international e-commerce platform which provides discount coupons.
Question 67 of 70
67. Question
1 points
Japanese sportsperson Ayaka Takahashi announced her retirement from which sport in August 2020?
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Japan’s Olympic badminton champion Ayaka Takahashi will not defend her doubles crown with Misaki Matsutomo at next year’s Tokyo Games after announcing she will retire at the end of the month.
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Japan’s Olympic badminton champion Ayaka Takahashi will not defend her doubles crown with Misaki Matsutomo at next year’s Tokyo Games after announcing she will retire at the end of the month.
Question 68 of 70
68. Question
1 points
CEO Kevin Mayer of which company resigned amid US pressure?
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TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer resigned amid US pressure for its Chinese owner to sell the popular video app, which the White House says is a security risk.
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TikTok CEO Kevin Mayer resigned amid US pressure for its Chinese owner to sell the popular video app, which the White House says is a security risk.
Question 69 of 70
69. Question
1 points
Veteran coach Purshottam Rai passed away in August 2020. With which sport was he associated?
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Veteran athletics coach Purshottam Rai passed away due to a cardiac arrest in Bengaluru. He was to be conferred the prestigious Dronacharya Award in the lifetime category. He was 79.
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Veteran athletics coach Purshottam Rai passed away due to a cardiac arrest in Bengaluru. He was to be conferred the prestigious Dronacharya Award in the lifetime category. He was 79.
Question 70 of 70
70. Question
1 points
INS Viraat, the aircraft carrier that served the Indian Navy for 30 years before being decommissioned three years ago, will be now dismantled in which state?
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INS Viraat, the aircraft carrier that served the Indian Navy for 30 years before being decommissioned three years ago, is likely to be towed from Mumbai to Alang in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district next month to be dismantled and sold as scrap.
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INS Viraat, the aircraft carrier that served the Indian Navy for 30 years before being decommissioned three years ago, is likely to be towed from Mumbai to Alang in Gujarat’s Bhavnagar district next month to be dismantled and sold as scrap.