JKSSB-SSC/TOP-Current Affairs/19-31 July/GK-21
Which state/
UT got its first real-time air-monitoring station?
A. Jammu &
Kashmir
B. Andoma and
Nicobar
C. Ladakh
D. Kerala
Which state/ UT got its first real-time air-monitoring
station?
A. Jammu &
Kashmir
B. Andoma and
Nicobar
C. Ladakh
D. Kerala
Jammu & Kashmir has got its first real-time air-quality
monitoring station with the inauguration of the first-ever Continuous Ambient
Air Quality Monitoring Station at J&K Pollution Control Committee
headquarters at Rajbagh, Srinagar by Chairman Suresh Chugh.
India’s first pod taxi service will start between Noida
Airport and _______?
A. Srinagar Airport
B. Noida Film City
C. Mumbai
D. Patna Airport
The first-ever pod taxi service in India is soon to start
running between the upcoming Noida International Greenfield Airport (or Jewar
Airport) and Noida Film City in Greater Noida, having a distance of around 14
km. There are plans to run a driverless
taxi between the two destinations. This will cost about Rs 862 crore. Pod taxis
can accommodate four to six passengers per car
Which state/ UT got its first real-time air-monitoring
station?
A. Jammu &
Kashmir
B. Andoma and
Nicobar
C. Ladakh
D. Kerala
Jammu & Kashmir has got its first real-time air-quality
monitoring station with the inauguration of the first-ever Continuous Ambient
Air Quality Monitoring Station at J&K Pollution Control Committee
headquarters at Rajbagh, Srinagar by Chairman Suresh Chugh.
Which state government launched the 'Chief Minister's
COVID-19 Widows Support Scheme'?
A. Arunachal
Pradesh
B. Assam
C. Mizoram
D. Manipur
The Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has launched a
Chief Minister's COVID-19 Widows Support scheme wherein social and financial
security would be provided to women who have lost their husbands to the
coronavirus disease.
India's first 5-star hotel built over railway track has been
built in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Bihar
D. Jammu and
Kashmir
Prime Minister Modi has inaugurated a newly-built 318-room
five-star hotel atop the redeveloped Gandhinagar railway station and various
other development projects in Gujarat.
Trilateral table top exercise, TTX-2021 was held among India,
Maldives and ______?
A. Afghanistan
B. Nepal
C. Pakistan
D. Sri Lanka
Top defence officials from India, Sri Lanka and the Maldives
participated in a virtual trilateral tabletop exercise “TTX-2021”. The exercise
focused on maritime crimes like curbing narcotics and assistance in maritime
search and rescue in the region. It was held from July 14 to July 15, 2021.
On Which date the World Emoji Day is celebrated?
A. July 14
B. July 15
C. July 16
D. July 17
World Emoji Day is an annual unofficial holiday occurring on
17 July since 2014, intended to celebrate emoji; in the years since the
earliest observance, it has become a popular date to make product or other
announcements and releases relating to emoji.
Pulitzer Prize-winning Indian photojournalist Danish Siddiqui
was killed in whcih country?
A. Pakistan
B. Afghanistan
C. Palestine
D. Israel
Pulitzer Prize-winning Indian photojournalist Danish
Siddiqui, has passed away, after he was killed in a clash while reporting fight
between Afghan troops and the Taliban in Spin Boldak district of Kandahar
province in Afghanistan on July 13, 2021.
Who launched a digital platform ‘Kisan Sarathi’ to help
farmers in getting ‘right information at right time’?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Arjun Munda
C. Nirmala
Sitharaman
D. Narendra Singh
Tomar
Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) celebrated its
93rd foundation day virtually 16 July, As part of the celebration, Union
Minister for Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare Shri Narendra Singh Tomar and Union
Minister of Electronics & Information Technology Shri Ashwini Vaishnav jointly launched ‘Kisan
Sarathi’, a digital platform to facilitate farmers to get ‘right information at
right time’ in their desired language.
The Zurich airports
has signed shareholder agreement with the Noida International Airport Ltd for
the development of Jewar Airport, Zurich is a city of Which country?
A. Australia
B. New Zealand
C. UK
D. Switzerland
The Zurich Airport International has signed a shareholder
agreement with the Noida International Airport Limited (NIAL) in Lucknow for the development of the Noida
International Airport at Jewar. Zurich Airport is the largest international
airport of Switzerland and the principal hub of Swiss International Air
Lines.Zurich is known for being the economic centre of Switzerland. It is also
one of Europe's largest financial centres. It is also by far the largest city
in the country.
Surekha Sikri, who has passed away recently associated with
_________?
A. Hockey
B. Actress
C. Scientist
D. Pilot
Surekha Sikri was an Indian theatre, film and television
actress. A veteran of Hindi theatre, she made her debut in the 1978 political
drama film Kissa Kursi Ka and went on to play supporting roles in numerous
Hindi and Malayalam films, as well as in Indian soap operas. She was Three-time
national award winner.
Nelson Mandela International Day or Mandela Day is observed
on Which date?
A. July 15
B. July 16
C. July 17
D. July 18
Nelson Mandela International Day or Mandela Day is held every
year on July 18 globally to honour the legacy of the late President of South
Africa, Nelson Mandela. The day 18 July marks the birth anniversary of the
great South African leader, who was born in 1918.
Which of the following State/UT celebrates Bonalu Festival?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Telangana
C. Gujarat
D. Punjab
Bonalu is a Telangana traditional Hindu festival centered on
the Goddess Mahakali. This festival is celebrated annually in the twin cities
of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. Word Bonam which means a meal or a feast in Telugu. The
origin of this festival can be traced back to the 18th Century in the erstwhile
Hyderabad State,. The annual state festival ‘Bonalu’ began on July 11, 2021. n
Hyderabad, on the first Sunday of Aashadham, celebrations are held at the
temple at Golconda Fort..
India recently received the first batch of two MH-60R Multi
Role Helicopters (MRH) from which country?
A. Germany
B. UK
C. US
D. Itally
The Indian Navy received the first two MH-60R Multi Role
Helicopters from the United States Navy on July 16, 2021, at Naval Air Station
in North Island, San Diego. In February 2020, the Indian Navy and the US Navy
had signed Rs 15,157 crore ($2.13 billion) deal to buy 24 MH-60 Romeo
helicopters, manufactured by Lockheed Martin, under foreign military sales from
the US government.
Mamnoon Hussain, who has passed away recently was the former
President of which country?
A. Bagladesh
B. Iran
C. Pakistan
D. Palestine
Former president of Pakistan and PML-N loyalist Mamnoon
Hussain passed away in Karachi on Wednesday-14 July 2021, after a prolonged
illness, according to his family and party leaders. He was 80. Hussain served
as the 12th President of Pakistan between September 2013 and September 2018. He
had replaced Asif Ali Zardari and was succeeded by Arif Alvi.
Who inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of 16 National
Highway projects in Manipur?
A. Amit Shah
B. Narendra Modi
C. Nitin Gadkari
D. Anil Joshi
The Union Minister Nitin Gadkari inaugurated and laid the
foundation stone for 16 national highway projects in Manipur with an investment
of Rs 4,148 crores covering a total length of 298 km.
Who is the author of the book titled 'Palleku
Pattabhishekam'?
A. Yalamanchili
Sivaji
B. Salman Rashdie
C. Shahi Tharoor
D. Pralhad Singh
M Venkaiah Naidu released the book titled 'Palleku
Pattabhishekam' on rural India and agriculture written by former MP Shri
Yalamanchili Sivaji.
The book titled 'The Great Big Lion' was drawn and written by
child prodigy Chryseis Knight from Canada, what is the age of the kid?
A. 12 years
B. 9 years
C. 6 years
D. 3 years
A book titled “The Great Big Lion” drawn and written by 3-yr
old child prodigy Chryseis Knight. This
book is a story about a lion and two children. It talks about friendship,
inclusivity, wildlife conservation and the world of imagination. The book was
published by Penguin Random House India’s “Puffin” imprint. Chryseis Knight is
an enthusiastic girl who learnt how to read at the age of one. Reading is her
first love.
Who is the composer of the Tokyo Olympics cheer song
"Hindustani Way"?
A. Anu Malik
B. Amit Trivedi
C. A R Rahman
D. Shankar
Mahadevan
AR Rahman and Ananya Birla have joined hands for Hindustani
Way. Singer Ananya Birla has teamed up with music maestro AR Rahman to launch a
cheer song for Indian sports personalities as they gear up for Tokyo Olympics.
Titled “Hindustani Way”, the song has been sung by Ananya and composed by
Rahman.
TOP-Current Affairs/20-July/GK-21/ JKSSB-SSC
Name the Archer from Jammu and Kashmir who qualified
for Tokyo Olympics?
A. Rakesh Kumar
B. Jyoti Baliyan
C. Bothe A and B
D. None of these
Name the Athlete from Jammu and Kashmir who qualified for
Tokya Olympics?
A. Rakesh Kumar
B. Jyoti Baliyan
C. Bothe A and B
D. None of these
Two Archers of Mata Vaishno Devi Shrine Board Sports Complex
Katra, Rakesh Kumar and Jyoti Baliyan brought laurels for country as well as
Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir as both of them have qualified for Tokyo
Paralympic-2021. Rakesh Kumar is native of Katra while Jyoti Baliyan belongs to
Uttar Pradesh. Both have been trained under coach Kuldeep Vedwan at the Shrine
Board's Sports Complex Katra. Rakesh Kumar and Jyoti Baliyan had clinched Gold
and Silver medals respectively under Fazza Cup World Ranking Tournament, held
at Dubai
Which state/UT has announced a 10% reservation for the Kapu
community and other Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) recently?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Kerala
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Andhra Pradesh
The Andhra Pradesh government announced a 10% reservation for
the Kapu community and other Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) for
appointments in the initial posts and services in State government in
accordance with the Constitution (103rd Amendment) Act, 2019.
Which state/UT has launched
the new Electric Vehicle Policy-2021?
A. Ladakh
B. Jammu and
Kashmir
C. Maharashtra
D. Gujarat
The Maharashtra state government has launched the new
Electric Vehicle Policy-2021. The policy announced by the State Environment
Minister, Aaditya Thackeray aims to accelerate the adoption of Battery Electric
Vehicles in the country. The new EV policy introduced in Maharashtra is a
revision of the 2018 policy. It is introduced with an aim to make Maharashtra
the “topmost producer of battery-powered electric vehicles in India.” The
policy also aims for electric vehicles (EVs) to make up 10 per cent of all new
vehicle registrations, by 2025.
Which State launched ‘mathrukavacham’ program to vaccinate
all the pregnant women in the state against COVID-19?
A. Tanil Nadu
B. Kerala
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Goa
The Kerala government’s campaign ‘mathrukavacham’ to
vaccinate all the pregnant women in the state against COVID-19 infection was
inaugurated at the district level recently.
When is the World International Justice day observed?
A. July 16
B. July 17
C. July 18
D. July 19
World Day for International Justice is observed on 17th July
every year. It is observed to recognise the strengthening system of
international justice and also to promote the rights of the victims.
Which country recently unveiled one of the world’s largest 60
megawatt-peak solar photovoltaic farms?
A. India
B. Pakistan
C. china
D. Singapore
Singapore unveiled one of the world’s largest floating solar
panel farms, which can produce enough electricity to power the island’s five
water treatment plants. The project is part of efforts by the country to meet a
goal of quadrupling its solar energy production by 2025 to help tackle climate
change.
Wich country has became the first Gulf countyr to open an
embassy in Israel?
A. Bahrain
B. Kuwait
C. Oman
D. UAE
The United Arab Emirates has became the first Gulf nation to
open an embassy in Israel.
Which Country has officially begun the construction of the
world’s first commercial modular small reactor ‘Linglong One’?
A. Japan
B. Korea
C. China
D. Singapore
China has officially begun the construction of the world’s
first commercial modular small reactor ‘Linglong One’ at the Changjiang Nuclear
Power Plant in the country’s Hainan Province.
Name the Player who became the fastest batsman to score 14
ODI centuries?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Hashim Amla
C. Babar Azam
D. Shaheen Shah
Afridi
Babar Azam with the century he scored against England became
the fastest batsman to notch up 14 ODI centuries in terms of innings,
surpassing the likes of Hashim Amla (84), Indian captain Virat Kohli (103), and
Australian batsman David Warner (98). He reached his 14th ton in his 81st ODI
innings.
On which date India recenlty observed 6th anniversary of the
Skill India Mission?
A. July 15
B. July 16
C. July 17
D. July 18
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has addressed the nation on July
15, 2021, on the occasion of World Youth Skills Day 2021 and the 6th
anniversary of the Skill India Mission. The main objective of the Skill India
programme is to provide adequate training in market-relevant skills to over 40
crore youth by 2022.
TOP-Current Affairs/21-22July/GK/JKSSB-SSC
What is the new
official name of the ‘Common High Court of UT of Jammu and Kashmir and UT of Ladakh’?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir and Ladakh High Court
B. Ladakh and
High Court and Jammu and Kashmir High Court
C. High Court of
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh
D. None of these
What is the new
official name of the ‘Common High Court of UT of Jammu and Kashmir and UT of
Ladakh’?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir and Ladakh High Court
B. Ladakh and
High Court and Jammu and Kashmir High Court
C. High Court of
Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh
D. None of these
The ‘Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and
Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh’ has been officially renamed as the ‘High
Court of Jammu and Kashmir and Ladakh.’ The order was notified by the Union
Ministry of Law and Justice, Department of Justice. President Ram Nath Kovind
has signed the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Removal of Difficulties)
Order, 2021 to effect the change, in the exercise of the powers conferred
Section 103 (1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.
Army's Fire and Fury Corps is organizing the first ever
Siachen Cricket League at which Place?
A.
Gulmarg
B.
Pahalgam
C.
Kathua
D.
Nubra
Army's Fire and Fury
Corps is organizing the first ever Siachen Cricket League in Nubra region as
part of ongoing ‘Swarnim Vijay Varsh' celebrations for commemoration of 50
years of 1971 war. Srinagar based PRO Defence said in a statement that eight
teams from the remote Nubra valley are participating in the tournament.
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha set which
date as deadline for providing piped water to every household in J&K?
A.
July 2022
B.
August 2022
C.
September 2023
D.
October 2024
Jammu and Kashmir
Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha Monday set August 2022 deadline for providing
piped water to every household in the union territory, 100 per cent piped water (Har Ghar Nal se Jal)
in J&K by August, 2022," the Lt Governor directed the officials. The
Lt Governor said the Jal Jeevan Mission is a top priority of the Centre and the
UT government
Which will be First
State/UT in India to issue educational documents using blockchain
technology?
A. Jammu &
Kashmir
B. Maharashtra
C. Kerala
D. Jharkhand
Maharashtra will be the first state in the country to issue
educational documents using blockchain technology. Around 10 lakh digital
certificates will be issued to diploma holders of eight educational years. Blockchain is a system of recording
information in a way that makes it difficult or impossible to change, hack, or
cheat the system.
What percent of tiger ranges in India are reported to be
outside protected areas, accordng to WWF-UNEP report?
A. 55
B. 45
C. 35
D. 25
The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF) and the United Nations
Environment Programme (UNEP) have jointly developed b report titled ‘A Future
for All – A need for Human-Wildlife Coexistence’. This new report states that
35 percent of tiger ranges in India are outside protected areas, leading to
frequent human-animal conflict, which in turn affects over 75 percent of the
world’s wild cat species.
Which State/UT village has recently hold unique Balika
Panchayat?
A. Gujarat
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Jammu and
Kashmir
D. Tamil Nadu
The Kunariya village of Kutch district in Gujarat has come
out with a unique idea of holding Balika Panchayat. The first-ever elections of
this Balika Panchayat were successfully. Young females aged between 10 to 21
years contested elections for this unique Panchayat which will take up issues
pertaining to adolescent girls and women in the village. This Panchayat will be
run by the girls and for the girls.
Which film has won the Palme d’Or award at the 2021 Cannes
Film Festival?
A. Bhumi
B. Titane
C. Tiger
D. Roohi
The Palme d’Or, which is thehighest prize awarded at the
Cannes Film Festival, went to Titane, directed by Julia Ducournau. The 2021
Cannes Film Festival was the 74th edition of the annual film festival. It took
place from 6 to 17 July 2021 in the south of France.
Which institute has developed an Artificial
Intelligence-based model to identify cancer-causing alterations in cells?
A. IIT Sringar
B. IIT Madras
C. IIT Kharagpur
D. IIT Mumbai
The researchers of the
Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras have developed an Artificial
Intelligence-based mathematical model to identify cancer-causing alterations in
cells. The new algorithm will help to pinpoint genetic alterations responsible
for cancer progression, which is difficult using present methodologies. It will
make use of a relatively unexplored technique of leveraging DNA composition.
Name the Bangladeshi Nobel Peace Prize winner Who will
receive the Olympic Laurel at the upcoming Tokyo Games 2021?
A. Sheikh Hasina
B. Imran Khan
C. Muhammad Yunus
D. Abdul Qadir
Muhammad Yunus will receive the IOC's Olympic Laurel award,
which recognizes people for their work in education, development and peace in
sport. Mumahhad Yunus, a Bangladeshi banker, was awarded his Nobel Peace Prize
in 2006. becoming the second recipient of the award.
Snehakunja Trust and ______ own the prestigious UNDP Equator
Prize for 2021?
A. Adani Goup
B. Patanjali
C. Aadhimalai
Pazhangudiyinar
D. Tata Group
Two organisatons of India, Aadhimalai Pazhangudiyinar
Producer Company Limited and Snehakunja Trust, have won the prestigious UNDP
Equator Prize for 2021. It is the 12th edition of the award.
Which of the following proposed a 'Build Back Better World (B3W)
initiative to counter China's Belt and Road Initiative?
A. RBI
B. NATO
C. G7
D. RSS
At the recent 47th G7 summit, the G7 (Group of Seven)
Countries proposed a 'Build Back Better World (B3W) initiative to counter
China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).
Who is the author of the book titled ‘The India Story’?
A. Amit shah
B. Arudhati Roy
C. Bimal Jalan
D. Sunit Kulkarni
Former RBI governor Bimal Jalan's new book 'The India Story'
focuses on India's economic history and aims to provide lessons for the future
of India's political economy. Published by Rupa, the book will be released on
21 July on 'SoftCover', ThePrint's online venue to launch select non-fiction
books.
Who won of the British Grand Prix 2021?
A. Max Verstappen
B. Charles Leclerc
C. Lewis Hamilton
D. Narayan Kartiken
Lewis Hamilton won the British Grand Prix 2021, for a
record-extending eighth time. The event was held on July 18, 2021 at the
Silverstone Circuit in the United Kingdom
On which date International Chess Day is observed?
A. 18 July
B. 19 July
C. 20 July
D. 21 July
The International Chess Day is obeserved annually on July 20,
since 1966, to celebrate one of the most ancient and most popular games in
history that promotes fairness, equality, mutual respect and understanding among
nations.
When is is Science Exploration Day observed?
A. 18 July
B. 19 July
C. 20 July
D. 21 July
The Science Exploration Day or Moon Day is marked every year on 20 July.
Which countries have now been added to ICC as its new
members?
A. Switzerland
B. Tajikistan
C. Mongolia
D. All of the Above
The International Cricket Council (ICC) inducted Mongolia,
Tajikistan, and Switzerland as members at its 78th Annual General Meeting.
Mongolia and Tajikistan as the 22nd and 23rd members of the Asia region.
BJP leader Sudhanshu Mittal”s book on the Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has now been translated into which Language?
A. Urdu
B. Arabic
C. Chinese
D. English
BJP leader Sudhanshu Mittal”s book on the Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS) has now been translated into the Chinese language.
“RSS: Building India Through SEWA”, which talks of RSS”s history, ideology and
policies, and their subsequent impact on the nation, was brought out by
Har-Anand Publications in 2019. The Chinese translation is by Jack Bo.
Which of the following to be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna
posthumously?
A. Anil Tiyagi
B. Som Dutt
C. Shibaji Banejee
D. Kelash SIngh
Former India and Mohun Bagan shot-stopper Shibaji Banerjee,
who famously denied Brazil’s legendary football player Pele from scoring a goal
in an exhibition match in 1977, will be conferred with Mohun Bagan Ratna
posthumously.
TOP-Current Affairs/23-July/GK-21/JKSSB-SSC
In Which State/UT India’s first ‘green
hydrogen’ plant is planned to be set up?
A. Jammu and
Kahsmir
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Kerala
D. Maharashtra
IOC, India’s largest oil firm will build the country’s first
‘green hydrogen’ plant at its refinery in Mathura.
The Government of India is set to establish the Indian
Institute of Heritage at which of the following places?
A. Jammu
B. Sringar
C. Noida
D. Surat
The government has decided to set up the Indian Institute of
Heritage at Noida, Gautam Buddha Nagar. This will impact higher education and
research in Various fields.
Who inaugurated and addressed the World Universities Summit
2021?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Ramnath Kovind
C. M Venkaiah Naidu
D. Rajnath singh
The Vice President of India Shri M. Venkaiah Naidu
inaugurated and addressed the World Universities Summit as Chief Guest on 21
July 2021. The Union Education and Skill Development Minister Shri Dharmendra
Pradhan also addressed the summit. The Summit was organized by O.P. Jindal
Global University, located at Sonipat, Haryana.
Government of India has extended the duration of ‘Stand Up
India Scheme’ up to which year?
A. 2022
B. 2023
C. 2024
D 2025
Government of India has extended the duration of ‘Stand Up
India Scheme’ up to the year 2025. The scheme was launched by the Prime
Minister on 05 April, 2016 to facilitate loans to Scheduled Caste, Scheduled
Tribe and women borrowers, to promotes entrepreneurship among them.
Which State/UT to introduce the 'One Block, One Product'
scheme?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Haryana
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Bihar
Haryana government will soon introduce the 'One Block, One
Product' scheme.
Which Indian company has acquired the US-based digital
reading platform Epic?
A. Unacademy
B. Byju's
C. IGNOU
D. Excelsoft
Byju’s has acquired US-based digital reading platform Epic
for $500 million. Byju’s partnership with Epic will enable the company to
create engaging and interactive reading and learning experiences for children
globally.
What is the projected GDP growth rate of India for FY22
(2021-22) accordng to ADB?
A. -5 %
B. 7 %
C. 10 %
D. 12 %
The Manila-based Asian Development Bank (ADB) has downgraded
India’s economic growth forecast for the financial year 2021-22 (FY22) to 10 %,
in its Asian Development Outlook (ADO) Supplement for July. Earlier this was
estimated at 11%. ADB has projected the
GDP growth rate for FY2022 (2022-23) to 7.5 percent from earlier projection of
7 percent.
Who has been appointed as the Deputy Leader of the House in
Rajya Sabha?
A. Mukhtar Abbas
Naqvi
B. Gajendra Singh
Shekhawat
C. Pashu Pati Kumar
Paras
D. Ashwini Vaishnaw
Union minister Mukhtar Abbas Naqvi has been appointed as the
deputy Leader of the House in Rajya Sabha. The development comes days after
Piyush Goyal vacated the spot as he was appointed as the Leader of the House in
Rajya Sabha, replacing former Union minister Thaawarchand Gehlot.
Which of the following institute has launched the he
first-of-its-kind Oxygen Rationing Device called AMLEX?
A. IIT Srinagar
B. IIT Ropar
C. IIT Delhi
D. ITI Bangaluru
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Ropar has developed
a first-of-its-kind Oxygen Rationing Device called AMLEX, to save the oxygen
which otherwise gets wasted unnecessarily, and in turn increase the life of
medical oxygen cylinders three folds.
Which country Successfully test-fired its new S-500 air
defence missile systems “Triumfator-M”?
A. India
B. Russia
C. China
D. Nepal
Russia successfully test-fired its new S-500 air defence
missile systems, from a southern training range, Kapustin Yar, on July 20,
2021. It hit a high-speed ballistic target as planned. The S-500, also known as
Prometey or 55R6M “Triumfator-M”,. The S-500 is the most advanced anti-missile
system in the world and is expected to have a range of 600km.
What is the range Akash-NG surface-to-air Missile developed
by DRDO?
A. 50 km
B. 60 km
C. 90 km
D. 110 km
DRDO successfully flight-tested the New Generation Akash
Missile (Akash-NG), from Integrated Test Range (ITR) off the coast of Odisha on
July 21, 2021. The Akash-NG weapon system is a surface-to-air Missile that can
strike targets at a distance of around 60 km and fly at a speed of up to Mach
2.5.
What is the operational range of MPATGM (Man Portable
Antitank Guided Missile) by DRDO?
A. 350 km
B. 250 km
C. 2.50 km
D. 150 km
DRDO successfully flight-tested indigenously developed third
generation Man Portable Antitank Guided Missile (MPATGM) on July 21, 2021 for
its minimum range. It has an operational range of 2.5 km
Who won the Sparkassen Trophy 2021 for Chess?
A. Koneru Humpy
B. Vishwanathan
Anand
C. Adhiban Baskaran
D. Vladimir Kramnik
Viswanathan Anand defeated Vladimir Kramnik of Russia, to win
the Sparkassen Trophy at Dortmund in Germany on July 18, 2021. It is a brand
new format of four-game chess match.
Who won British Grand Prix 2021?
A. Pankaj Advani
B. L. Norris
C. Lewis Hamilton
D. Max Verstappen
Lewis Hamilton wins British Grand Prix after a crash with Max
Verstappen.
Which bank launched FEDDY, an Artificial Intelligence-powered
virtual assistant to help customers?
A. Federal Bank
B. HDFC
C. SBI
D. RBI
The Federal Bank launched FEDDY, an Artificial
Intelligence-powered virtual assistant to help customers with banking-related
queries anytime.
Google recently celebrated the life and work of Dr Kadambini
Ganguly, who was she?
A. First women
physician in India
B. First women
Nurse in India
C. First women
Scientist in India
D. First women
Teacher in India
Google recently celebrated the life and work of Dr Kadambini
Ganguly, the first woman to be trained as a physician in India. Ganguly was
also the first woman to get admission to Calcutta Medical College, from which
she graduated in 1886.She worked through both medical service and activism in
India’s women’s rights movement. Ganguly was also one of the six women to form
the first all-women delegation of the 1889 Indian National Congress.
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Jammu and Kashmir launches JK
Covid Dashboard, Which of the following created it?
A. JaKeGA
B. DRDO
C. NITI Ayog
D. PMJK
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Which country made World's Fastest Train,
that can run upto 600 km/h?
A. Japan
B. China
C. US
D. India
China unveiled a maglev train capable of a top speed of 600
km/h, state media said Tuesday. The maximum speed would make the train,
self-developed by China and manufactured in the coastal city of Qingdao, the
fastest ground vehicle globally.
Jammu and Kashmir launches JK Covid Dashboard, Which of the
following created it?
A. JaKeGA
B. DRDO
C. NITI Ayog
D. PMJK
J&K launches JK Covid Dashboard created by JaKeGA (Jammu
and kashmir e-Governance Agency). J&K Government launched a special
Dashboard for COVID Analysis in the Union Territory, couple of days back when
LG Manoj Sinha e-launched it in the presence of Dr Arun Mehta, Chief Secretary.
The web address is "coviddashboard.jk.gov.in". COVID Dashboard has
many unique features like Trend Analysis, Immunization History, Comparative
Analysis both at District as well as National Level, Forecasting,
Which of the following
was removed from the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites?
A. Taj Mahal
B. Liverpool
C. Amsterdam
D. None of these
On 21st July, 2021 Liverpool was removed from the list of
UNESCO World Heritage sites after being granted the title in 2004. Liverpool
gained its World Heritage status in 2004, in recognition of its maritime
history. In the 18th and 19th centuries, it was one of the world’s major
trading centres. Previously, only two sites have lost their heritage status:
The Arabian Oryx Sanctuary in Oman in the year 2007, and the Dresden Elbe
Valley in Germany in the year 2009. Sites are removed if they do not preserve
and maintain the sites properly.
Which State/UT's 3 monuments have been identified under the
Adarsh Smarak Scheme?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Assam
D. Gujarat
Three monuments in the State of Andhra Pradesh have been
identified under the Adarsh Smarak Scheme. These monuments will be provided
with additional amenities and will be made into more tourist-friendly sites. (i)
Monuments at Nagarjunakonda, District Guntur (ii) Budhhist Remains at
Salihundam, District Srikakulam, and (iii) Veerabhadra Temple at Lepakshi in
District Anantapuram
Perumkulam Village become First village of Which State/UT
which got the title of 'Book Village' of the state?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Tanil Nadu
C. Kerala
D. Mizoram
Perumkulam, in Kollam District, has been bestowed with the
title Kerala’s first ‘Book Village’. This claim to fame results from years of
concerted efforts aimed at encouraging the habit of reading. Perumkulam is a
small village in Kulakkada near Kottarakkara in Kollam district. Bapuji Smaraka
Grandhasala’, a library in the village is at the forefront in this effort of
making it the first book village of the State.
Which company has launched the Arogya Rakshak insurance plan?
A. LIC
B. HDFC
C. Bajaj Allainz
D. ICICI Life
Insurance
The Arogya Rakshak, a non-linked, non-participating, regular
premium, individual health insurance plan, has been introduced by the Life
Insurance Corporation of India (LIC).
Who won the
presidential election of Peru?
A. Pedro Castillo
B. Keiko Fujimori
C. David Lichoni
D. None of these
Rural teacher-turned-political novice Pedro Castillo on
Monday became the winner of Peru's presidential election after the country's
longest electoral count in 40 years. Castillo, whose supporters included Peru's
poor and rural citizens, defeated right-wing politician Keiko Fujimori by just
44,000 votes. Electoral authorities released the final official results more
than a month after the runoff election took place. Peru is a country in western
South America and capital is Lima
Who become the Prime Minister of Haiti?
A. Jerin Schio
B. Ariel Henry
C. Simeul Paul
D. David Wansing
Ariel Henry appointed new Prime Minister of Haiti amid
political turmoil. Amid political turmoil caused by the assassination of
President Jovenel Moise, Ariel Henry on Tuesday was appointed as the new Prime
Minister of Haiti.
India will buy 21 MiG-29 fighter jets and 12 Sukhoi MK1 from
which country?
A. UK
B. Germany
C. Russia
D. China
Defence Ministry gave its approval to the Indian Air Force to
speedily procure 21 MiG-29 fighter jets besides 12 Sukhoi MK1 from Russia.
What is the new updated Motto of the Tokyo Olympics?
A. Faster, Higher, Stronger
B. Faster, Higher,
Stronger – Eachother
C. Faster, Higher,
Stronger – Together
D. Faster, Higher,
Stronger – Safety
On 20th July, 2021, “Faster, Higher, Stronger,” the Olympic
motto was updated to “Faster, Higher, Stronger – Together”. This updating was
done to show solidarity around the globe at the time of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Smile scheme has been devised for which of the following?
A. Doctors
B. Teacher
C. Beggars
D. Labours
The government has devised a plan that includes comprehensive
measures to improve the well-being of beggars.
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment has developed a scheme
called “SMILE – Support for Marginalized Individuals for Livelihood and
Enterprise,” which includes a sub-scheme called “Central Sector Scheme for
Comprehensive Rehabilitation of Persons Involved in Begging.”
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The world’s first 3D-printed stainless steel bridge has been opened in
which country?
A. Germany
B. India
C. Netherlands
D. Denmark
The world’s first 3D-printed stainless steel bridge has been
opened for pedestrians and cyclist in Amsterdam, the Netherlands, over the
Oudezijds Achterburgwal canal. It was developed by MX3D, a Dutch robotics
company
Which Indian has been selected as the member of the UN Tax
Committee for 2021 to 2025?
A. Raghuram Rajan
B. Jagdish Bhagwati
C. Surjit Bhala
D. Rasmi Ranjan
Rasmi Ranjan Das, a Joint secretary of the Finance Ministry
has been appointed to the UN tax committee as a member for the term period 2021
to 2025. Rasmi Ranjan Das is Joint Secretary – (FT&TR-I), Central Board of
Direct Taxes, Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance.
Who represented the India at G20 Environment Ministerial
Meeting 2021?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Amit Shah
C. Bhupender Yadav
D. Pashu Pati Paras
The two-day G20 Environment Ministerial Meeting held at
Naples, Italy. From India, Union Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav
participated in the two-day meeting virtually, along with Minister of State for
Environment Ashwini Choubey. Ministerial Meeting 2021 was organised on July 22,
2021
Who has been given additional charge of the Chairman of the
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)?
A. Piush Goyal
B. Pralhad Joshi
B. Giriraj Singh
D. Aramane Giridhar
Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) Secretary,
Aramane Giridhar (IAS) has been given additional charge of the Chairman of the
National Highways Authority of India (NHAI).
In India Aaykar Diwas is observed on which date?
A. July 21
B. July 22
C. July 23
D. July 24
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) observed the 161st
Income Tax Day (also known as Aaykar Diwas) on 24 July 2021. July 24 has been
celebrated as the Income Tax day in India since 2010. On July 24, 1860, income tax was introduced
in India by Sir James Wilson to compensate the British government for the
losses incurred during the First War of Independence in 1857.
Who has been named as the AIFF Men’s Footballer of the Year
2020-21?
A. Sunill Chhetri
B. Sandesh Jhingan
C. Sahal Abdul
Samad
D. Anirudh Thapa
India defender, Sandesh Jhingan was named the AIFF men’s
Footballer of the Year 2020-21 season. It is the first time that the towering
central defender has received the AIFF Player of the Year award. In Women’s
category, Indian women’s team forward Bala Devi, was named AIFF Women’s
Footballer of the Year. This is the third time that Bala Devi has claimed the
title.
When is the National Broadcasting Day observed in India?
A. July 21
B. July 22
C. July 23
D. July 24
In India, “National Broadcasting Day” is celebrated on 23rd
July every year to make people aware of the importance of radio. The first
radio broadcast was made on July 23, 1927, from Bombay Station. The station was
then owned by a private company called the Indian Broadcasting Company. on
April 1, 1930, and renamed it as Indian State Broadcasting Service (ISBS). On
8th of June, 1936, the Indian State Broadcasting Service became All India
Radio.
On Which date the World Brain Day in observed?
A. July 21
B. July 22
C. July 23
D. July 24
Every year, on 22nd July, World Brain Day is observed to
raise awareness about the disease multiple sclerosis (MS). Multiple sclerosis
is a disease that affects the brain and the spine. the theme for the year 2021
is "Stop Multiple Sclerosis’
When is the World Fragile X Awareness Day is observed?
A. July 21
B. July 22
C. July 23
D. July 24
The World Fragile X Awareness Day is marked on 22 July every
year. Fragile X syndrome (FXS) is a genetic disorder. FXS is caused by changes
in a gene that scientists called the fragile X mental retardation 1 (FMR1) gene
when it was first discovered. The FMR1 gene usually makes a protein called
fragile X mental retardation protein (FMRP). FMRP is needed for normal brain
development.
Sikkil R Bhaskaran, who has passed away recently, was
associted with which musical instrument?
A. Tabla
B. Shahnai
C. Violin
D. Dhol
In Tamil Nadu, noted Carnatic Classical Violinist
‘Kalaimaamani’ Sikkil Shri R Bhaskaran passed away at Chennai today. He was 85.
Bhaskaran was introduced to Music by his maternal grand father Sikkil Shri
Ramaswami Pillai. He started learning the Violin at the age of 11 from
Thiruvarur Shri Subba Iyer and later trained under Mayuram Shri Govindarajan
Pillai.
Who is the author of the book ‘Bank with a Soul: Equitas’?
A. Dhanraj Singh
B. Sandeep Bakhshi
C. Jagdish Sangha
D. C K Garyali
Dr. C K Garyali, founder trustee of EDIT (Equitas Development
Initiative Trust), authored the book Bank with a Soul: Equitas. The former Governor
of RBI, Shri. Duvvuri Subbarao, released it.
Name the India Athlete who
won gold in the 10-metre air pistol para event for women, at the Para World Cup
Shooting?
A. Mary Kom
B. Rubina Francis
C. Jaslin Dupa
D. Sunita Agarwal
Indian para shooter Rubina
Francis won gold in the 10-metre air pistol para event for women, at the Para
World Cup Shooting in Lima, Peru. With this, Rubina has also secured the quota
for India at the Tokyo Summer Paralympics.
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Kargil Vijay Diwas is celebrated
on which date?
A. July 24
B. July 25
C. July 26
D. july 27
Kargil Vijay Diwas is on 26th of
July. On this date in 1999 India successfully took command of the high
outposts. The Kargil war was fought for more than 60 days and ended on 26 July
1999. President Ram Nath Kovind arrived here on Sunday on a four-day visit to
Jammu and Kashmir, and Ladakh Kovind arrived at the Srinagar airport here at
11:15 am and was received by Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha.
. President will visit Drass in Ladakh to pay homage to the indomitable courage
and sacrifice of the Indian armed forces during the Kargil conflict of 1999 at
the Kargil War Memorial on Monday on the 22nd anniversary
Which country is going to create its own social media
platform called "Jogajog" as an alternative to Facebook?
A. Bangladesh
B. India
C. China
D. Pakistan
Bangladesh is going to create its own social media platform
called "Jogajog" as an alternative to Facebook, and
"Alapon" as alternative to WhatsApp, State Minister for Information
and Communication Technology Zunaid Ahmed Palak said.
Which instituion has launched ‘C3i Hub’ to find cyber
security solutions for anti-drones technologies?
A. IIT Kanpur
B. IIT Madras
C. IIT Ropar
D. IIT Delhi
The Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur has launched a
technology innovation hub called ‘C3i Hub’ to find cyber security solutions for
anti-drones technologies, intrusion detection system, block-chain and cyber
physical system.
Who is the author of the book titled The book titled “An
Ordinary Life: Portrait of an Indian Generation”?
A. Ashok Lavasa
B. Sangita Kumari
C. Saleem Khan
D. Salman Rashdie
Former election commissioner Ashok Lavasa has come out with a
book titled “An Ordinary Life: Portrait of an Indian Generation.”
Who won the First Medal for India in Tokyo Oplmpics?
A. Mary Kom
B. Mirabai Chanu
C. Delip Singh
D. Sunil Chhetri
Mirabai Chanu wins India’s first medal at Tokyo Olympics.
India’s ace weightlifter Saikhom Mirabai Chanu has claimed a silver medal in
the Women’s 49kg category, at Tokyo 2020 Olympics on July 24, 2021.
Which state/UT will
conduct an epidemiological investigation of the 1st human case of avian
influenza (Bird Flu)?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Punjab
C. Haryana
D. Maharashtra
Haryana's IDSP National Surveillance Unit, will conduct an
epidemiological investigation of the 1st human case of avian influenza (Bird
Flu).
'Kalaimaamani' Sikkil Shri R Bhaskaran, who passed away,
played which instrument?
A. Violin
B. Drum
C. Flute
D. Guitar
Noted Carnatic Classical Violinist 'Kalaimaamani' Sikkil Shri
R Bhaskaran passed away. He started learning the Violin at the age of 11 from
Thiruvarur Shri Subba Iyer and later trained under Mayuram Shri Govindarajan
Pillai.
"The Stranger in The Mirror" is the autobiography
of which of the following?
A. Javd Akhter
B. Rakeysh
Omprakash Mehra
C. Ajay Devgan
D. Shakti Kapoor
Filmmaker Rakeysh Omprakash Mehra has announced his
autobiography, "The Stranger in The Mirror". He has co-written the
book with noted author Reeta Ramamurthy Gupta.
Satish Kalsekar, who has passed away recently was a
foamus_____?
A. Singer
B. Poet
C. Historian
D. Cricketer
Famous Marathi poet and writer Satish Kalsekar has passed
away following a heart attack. He was 78.
Who authored the book 'Palleku Pattabhishekam'?
A. Yalamanchili
Sivaji
B. Sonu Sood
C. Kiren khair
D. Simriti Irani
Vice President of India, M Venkaiah Naidu has released a book
titled 'Palleku Pattabhishekam' authored by former MP Yalamanchili Sivaji.
President-elect of the UN General Assembly Arrived India on
Which date?
A. July 21
B. July 22
C. July 23
D. july 24
President-elect of the UN General Assembly Abdullah Shahid
arrived in India on Wednesday on a three-day visit. The President-elect of the
76th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) and Foreign Minister
of the Maldives, H.E. Abdulla Shahid, called on Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi
Which company launced Surabhi e-Tag'?
A. Colgate
B. Dvara E-Dairy
solutions
C. Bharat
Petrollium
D. Hindutan
Petrollium
Dvara E-Dairy Solutions, a portfolio company of Dvara
Holdings has launched an artificial intelligence (AI) led digital tag 'Surabhi
e-Tag' to identify cattle based on muzzle identity. This will be used for
cattle insurance products offered in partnership with IFFCO Tokio General
Insurance.
Priya Malik, Tannu and Komal won gold medals at the World
Cadet Wrestling Championship held in which country?
A. Italy
B. France
C. Germany
D. Hungry
Young Indian wrestlers Priya Malik, Tannu and Komal won gold
medals at the World Cadet Wrestling Championship held in Budapest, Hungary. The
trio propelled the Indian Women's team to the 2nd position with 139 points with
USA leading the way with 149 points.
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Which Indian received the Alexander Dalrymple
award from UK?
A. Ramnath Kovind
B. Narendra Modi
C. Vinay Badhwar
D. Kumar Sangha
India''s chief hydrographer Vice Admiral Vinay Badhwar
conferred with the prestigious Alexander Dalrymple award by the British
government in recognition of his works in areas of hydrography and nautical
cartography.
Which state/UT's HC became first court in the country to
formally start livestreaming of proceedings?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Himchal Pradesh
C. Gujarat
D. Kerala
In a step towards ensuring transparency and openness in the
Indian judiciary, the Gujarat High Court has become the first high court to
begin live-streaming of court proceedings after Chief Justice NV Ramana
launched the live broadcast of the court functioning.
Which State/UT become first to launch automated auditory brainstem response
system (AABR) hearing screening programme?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Ladakh
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Punjab
To manage hearing loss in newborn and young children, the
Punjab government launched an automated auditory brainstem response system
(AABR) under the universal newborn hearing screening programme. By doing so,
Punjab has become the first state in the country to introduce the system.
What amount Indian Olympic Association will give to the Gold
Winners at Tokyo Olympic?
A. Rs 55 lakh
B. Rs 65 lakh
C. Rs 75 lakh
D. Rs 85 lakh
Indian Olympic Association will give Rs 75 lakh to the gold
winner at Tokyo, Rs. 40 lakh silver and Rs. 25 lakhs to the bronze medal
winners.
What is Score of India in the 2021 UN Global Survey on
Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation?
A. 65.37 per cent
B. 75.8 per cent
C. 83.12 per cent
D. 90.32 per cent
India has scored 90.32 per cent in the
UN Economic and Social Commission for Asia Pacific's (UNESCAP) latest Global
Survey on Digital and Sustainable Trade Facilitation. A Finance Ministry
statement said this was a remarkable jump from 78.49 per cent in 2019. In terms
of transparency, India scored 100 per cent in
2021 and 95.83 per cent in terms of formalities.
Regarding institutional arrangement and cooperation, India scored 88.89 per cent and in
the parameter of paperless trade the score was 96.3 per cent. In terms of "women in trade", India scored 66 per cent.
What Percent of population above 6 years found to have Covid
antibodies in 4th national serosurvey?
A. 97%
B. 71%
C. 67.6%
D. 51.3%
India's 4th National COVID-19 Serosurvey Report, 67.6%
population above 6 years were found to have Covid antibodies . According to the
findings of the fourth national serosurvey conducted by the Indian Council of
Medical Research (ICMR).
The Indian Olympic Association has roped in which group as a
sponsor for the Indian contingent at the ongoing Tokyo Games?
A. Patanjali
B. Adani
C. Relaince
D. None of these
The Indian Olympic Association has roped in Adani Group as a
sponsor for the Indian contingent at the ongoing Tokyo Games. IOA secretary
general Rajiv Mehta, who is in Tokyo, announced the development. The IOA had
earlier entered into sponsorship deals with various private entities, including
dairy giant Amul, mobile gaming platform MPL Sports Foundation, JSW Sports
among others.
Which country is to develop ‘Alapan’ app as an alternative to Whatsapp?
A. India
B. Pakistan
C. Bangladesh
D. Nepal
State Minister for ICT of Bangladesh Zunaid Ahmed Palak said
that the ICT Ministry has taken the initiative to develop a social media
platform named ‘Jogajog’ as an alternative to Facebook and communication app
‘Alapan’ as an alternative to Whatsapp.
Who officially opened 32nd Summer Olympic Games in Tokyo?
A. Suga Yoshihide
B. Kajiyama Hiroshi
C. Emperor Naruhito
D. None of these
The biggest sporting event in the world 32nd Summer Olympic
Games were officially declared open by IOC president Thomas Bach and the
Emperor of Japan, Naruhito with a glittering opening ceremony in Tokyo on 23
July 2021. The mega quadrennial event was held at the newly-built National
Stadium in the Japanese capital.
The Indian Navy and the UK Navy Aircraft Carrier Strike Group
(CSG)-21 participated in a two-day bilateral Passage exercise (PASSEX) in which
ocean?
A. Bay of Bengal
B. Indian Ocean
C. Arabian Sean
D. North pecific
Ocean
The Indian Navy and HMS Queen Elizabeth-led UK Carrier Strike
Group (CSG)-21 have successfully completed a two-day bilateral passing exercise
(PASSEX). The bilateral maritime exercise was held in the Bay of Bengal on
21-22 July. Indian Navy ships Satpura, Jyoti,Kavaratti, Ranvir, Kulish, and a
submarine took part in PASSEX.
On which date Bal Gangadhar Tilak's Jayanti was observed?
A. July 23
B. July 24
C. July 25
D. July 26
Tilak Jayanti is birth day celebration of a great leader of
Indian independence movement against the British Rule. He was known as name of
Bal Gangadhar Tilak but he was born as Keshav Gangadhar Tilak. He was also
honored by the first name of Lokmanya Gangadhar Tilak among people which means
universally accepted person as a leader (Lok Manya). He was the first leader
and also an advocate of "Swaraj" which mean self rule. e was born on
23rd July, 1856 and died on 1st August, 1920. He was also famous among people
for his good quotes like "Self rule is my birthright and I shall have
it".
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India Ranked at Which position in global agricultural exporters in the world in
2019, according to WTO report?
A. 1st
B. 3rd
C. 6th
D. 9th
According to a World Trade Organisation (WTO) report on
trends in world agricultural trade in recent 25 years. The last such report was
released in 1995, in which India was not in top 10. In the 2019 report, India
has outclassed New Zealand to be ranked at 9th spot.
Which country become first to cultivate Goden Rice?
A. Philpines
B. India
C. China
D. Pakistan
The Philippines has become the first country in the world to
get approval for the commercial production of genetically modified “golden
rice”. Golden Rice is any variety of rice which makes beta-carotene, thus
giving the rice a yellow (Golden) colour. It was created as an additional
intervention for vitamin A deficiency.
The Rudreswara Temple has been added to UNESCO's World Heritage Sites list,
in which state/UT this temple is located?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Kerala
C. Gujarat
D. Telangana
The
Rudreswara Temple, (also known as the Ramappa Temple) at Palampet, Mulugu
district, near Warangal in Telangana has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World
Heritage list, on July 25, 2021, during the 44th session of the World Heritage
Committee of UNESCO held in China. With this latest induction, there are 39 World
Heritage Sites located in India. Ramappa temple, a 13th century temple named
after its architect, Ramappa, was proposed by the government as its only
nomination for the UNESCO World Heritage site tag for the year 2019. Even so,
the temple has been in UNESCO’s tentative list since 2014. Apart from the
Ramappa temple, the World Heritage Committee inscribed Quanzhou: Emporium of
the World in Song-Yuan China (China), the Trans-Iranian Railway (Iran), and
Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro, a landscape of Arts and Sciences (Spain), on
UNESCO’s World Heritage.
Earth’s first mission to conduct detailed investigations of
Jupiter’s moon Europa. Which country is launching this mission?
A. India
B. US
C. China
D. Japan
NASA has selected Space Exploration Technologies Corp.
(SpaceX) of Hawthorne, California, to provide launch services for Earth's first
mission to conduct detailed investigations of Jupiter's moon Europa. The
mission called ‘Europa Clipper mission’ is scheduled to be launched in October
2024 on a Falcon Heavy rocket from Launch Complex 39A at NASA’s Kennedy Space
Center in Florida.
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), observed its 83rd
Raising Day on which date?
A. July 25
B. July 26
C. July 27
D. July 28
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), observed its 83rd
Raising Day on 27 July 2021. CRPF is India’s largest Central Armed Police
Force, under the authority of the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).It came into
existence as the Crown Representative’s Police on 27 July 1939. After Indian
Independence, it became the Central Reserve Police Force on the enactment of
the CRPF Act on 28 December 1949.
Who won the the first gold medal in Tokyo olympic games 2020?
A. Mirabhai Chanu
B. Yang Qian
C. Marry Kom
D. Sien Jiyoung
China's Yang Qian won the first gold medal of the Tokyo
Olympics in the women's 10-meter rifle competition. Yang Qian won the 10m
women's air rifle final with an Olympic record score of 251.8. Yang overtook
Anastasiia Galashina (Silver Winner) when the Russian missed the center two
rings.
On Which date the International Mangrove Ecosystem day is
celebrated?
A. July 25
B. July 26
C. July 27
D. July 28
The International Day for the Conservation of the Mangrove
Ecosystem (or World Mangrove Day) is celebrated annually on 26 July to raise
awareness of the importance of mangrove ecosystems. This historic day
commemorates Greenpeace activist Hayhow Daniel Nanoto, who died of a heart
attack on the 26th July 1998 during a massive protest to re-establish the
mangrove wetlands in Muisne, Ecuador.
Who among the following has won a Gold Medal at the 2021
World Cadet Wrestling Championship?
A. Ankita Sharma
B. Simita Rani
C. Priya Malik
D. Soniya Anand
Priya Malik (Wrestler) has won a Gold Medal at the 2021 World
Cadet Wrestling Championship in Budapest, Hungary.
The First Ever World
Drowning Prevention Day was observed on
which date?
A. July 25
B. July 26
C. July 27
D. July 28
The first ever World Drowning Prevention Day (WDPD) will be
celebrated on 25 July 2021 with activity being co-ordinated by the World Health
Organisation (WHO). The United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a historic
resolution on global drowning prevention on 28 April 2021.
In Which State/UT Indian's First-ever Bamboo Industrial
Park's Foundation stone has been laid?
A. Gujarat
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Jammu and
Kashmir
D. Assam
Assam Chief Minister Shri Himanta Biswa Sarma laid the
foundation stone of the first-ever Bamboo Industrial Park of the Northeast at
Manderdisa in Dima Hasao district of Assam on July 26, 2021.
Who is the new new Chief Minister of Karnataka?
A. Alok Jha
B. Basavaraj S
Bommai
C. Suresh Nanji
D. Suraj Dev
The Bharatiya Janata Party’s (BJP) legislature party has
unanimously elected Basavaraj S Bommai as the new Chief Minister of Karnataka
on July 27, 2021.
Dholavira is the new UNESCO’s World Heritage located in Which
state?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Kerala
C. Gujarat
D. Andhra Pradesh
The historic Harappan City ‘Dholavira’ in the Rann of
Kutchch, Gujarat has been inscribed on UNESCO’s World Heritage list on July 27,
2021, during the ongoing 44th session of the World Heritage Committee of the
UNESCO.
On Which date the World Hepatitis Day is observed?
A. July 27
B. July 28
C. July 29
D. July 30
World Hepatitis Day is observed each year on 28 July to raise
awareness of viral hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver that causes severe
liver disease and hepatocellular cancer. This year’s theme is “Hepatitis can’t
wait”, conveying the urgency of efforts needed to eliminate hepatitis as a
public health threat by 2030.
JKSSB,TOP-Current Affairs /30-July /GK
In which state/UT
"Greater Sohra Water Supply Scheme" has been inaugurated?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Maghalaya
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Ladakh
The Union Home Minister Amit Shah along with Meghalaya Chief
Minister Conrad K. Sangma inaugurated the much-awaited and prestigious “Greater
Sohra Water Supply Scheme” at Sohra, also known as Cherrapunji, in Meghalaya.
Which country hosted multinational maritime exercise named
‘Cutlass Express 2021 (CE21)?
A. India
B. Kenya
C. China
D. Sri Lanka
The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Talwar is participating in
multinational maritime exercise named ‘Cutlass Express 2021 (CE21)’, which has
been organised along the East Coast of Africa, in Mombasa, Kenya
In which country the annual meeting of the Defence Ministers
of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states wa held?
A. India
B. Afhanistan
C. Tajiskistan
D. UK
Defence Ministry Rajnath Singh is on a three-day visit to
Dushanbe, Tajikistan from July 27-29, 2021 to attend the annual meeting of the
Defence Ministers of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states.
Who became one of the youngest individual Olympic champion to
win gold in women's skateboarding?
A. Mirabai Chanu
B. Momiji Nishiya
C. ZhiHu Yoing
D. Yuto Horigome
Momiji Nishiya, 13 years, 330 days: Nishiya's gold medal in
Tokyo made her the youngest Japanese gold medalists, third youngest to ever win
an event and first ever person to win the women's street skating event.
When is the World Nature Conservation Day celebrated?
A. July 27
B. July 28
C. July 29
D. July 30
World Nature Conservation Day is observed on July 28. The day
is celebrated to spread awareness to preserve our natural resources. The
purpose of this day has always been to make people aware of the importance of
nature.
Which country hosted a high-level International Conference
titled “Central and South Asia: Regional Connectivity. Challenges and
Opportunities”?
A. India
B. Afghanistan
C. Uzbekistan
D. Iran
Uzbekistan hosted a high-level International Conference
titled “Central and South Asia: Regional Connectivity. Challenges and
Opportunities” at Tashkent on July 15 and 16, 2021. From India, the Union
Minister of External Affairs, Dr. S. Jaishankar led the Indian delegations at
the event.
Who has won the Gold medal in the first ever skateboarding
competition at the Olympic Games at Tokyo
A. Mirabai Chanu
B. Marry Kom
C. ZhiHu Yoing
D. Yuto Horigome
Yuto Horigome of Japan won the first ever skateboarding
competition at the Olympic Games, taking gold in men’s street on Sunday in the
city where he learned to skate as a kid and where his sport is often frowned
upon. The first skateboarding silver went to Brazilian Kelvin Hoefler, who used
to sleep with his board when he first fell in love with skating as a young boy.
Which state government has made the 'Devaranya' scheme?
A. Kerala
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Gujarat
In Madhya Pradesh, the State Government has prepared the
Ayush-based economic upgradation scheme – Devaranya Yojana with the twin
objectives of improving people's health and livelihood of tribals. Chief
Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that wellness tourism will be promoted in
state.
The Union Government has decided to set up a National Centre
of Excellence for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics in collaboration
with which IIT?
A. IIT Roorkee
B. IIT Madras
C. IIT Kolkata
D. IIT Bombay
The Union Government has decided to set up a National Centre
of Excellence for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming and Comics for creating a
world-class talent pool in India to cater to the Indian as well as a global
industry. It will be set up in collaboration with the Indian Institute of
Technology, Bombay.
Which one is the Indo-Russia joint military exercise?
A. Vishwa
B. INDRA
C. Freindly
D. Kavach
The 12th Edition of the Indo-Russia joint military exercise
called 'Exercise INDRA 2021' will be held at Volgograd, Russia from 01 to 13
August 2021.
World Hepatitis Day is observed on which date?
A. July 27
B. July 28
C. July 29
D. July 30
World Health Organization is observed on 28th July every year
as "World Hepatitis Day". This day is celebrated to enhance awareness
of viral hepatitis, an inflammation of the liver that causes a range of health
problems, including liver cancer.
Nandu Netekar, who passed away recently, belongs to which
sport?
A. Footlball
B. Hockey
C. Badminton
D. Cricket
Nandu Netekar, legendary badminton player of India passed
away at the age of 88. The news was confirmed by his son, Gaurav Natekar. Nandu
Natekar was the first Indian badminton player to win an International Title in
1956.
JKSSB-SSC/TOP-Current Affairs /31-July
Who becomes first Indian woman hockey player to score
hat-trick at Tokyo Olympic Games?
A. Nikki Pradhan
B. Rani Pampal
C. Vandana Katariya
D. Novjot Kaour
Who become first Indian woman hockey
player to score hat-trick at Tokyo Olympic Games?
A. Nikki Pradhan
B. Rani Pampal
C. Vandana Katariya
D. Novjot Kaour
Vandana Kataria (4th, 17th, 49th minutes) achieved a rare
feat by becoming the first Indian woman hockey player to score a hat-trick in
the Olympics at Oi Hockey Stadium
Which City of India has become the
only city to be selected for USAID International Clean Air Catalyst
Programme?
A. Srinagar
B. Chandigrah
C. Indore
D. Jaipur
Indore Madhya Pradesh, the cleanest city of the country has
also become the only city to be selected from India for International Clean Air
Catalyst Programme. Clean Air Catalyst is a new flagship programme launched by
The US Agency for International Development (USAID)
Which city has become the first city
in India to implement Drink-from-Tap project?
A. Indore
B. Puri
C. Jammu
D. surat
Puri in Odisha has become the first Indian city to achieve a
24-hour drink-from-tap facility. This tap water can be used for cooking and
drinking, without requiring further filtration.
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik inaugurated the ‘Sujal’ or
drink-from-tap mission on 26 July.
Which state launched Devaranya Yojana
to provide employment to the people living in the tribals?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Kerala
C. Maharashtra
D. Madhya Pradesh
In Madhya Pradesh, the State Government has prepared the
Ayush-based economic upgradation scheme – Devaranya Yojana with the twin
objectives of improving people's health and livelihood of tribals. Chief
Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said that wellness tourism will be promoted in
state.
Raja Mircha’ (King Chilli) has been exported to London for first time from which
state/UT of India?
A. Jammu and
Kashmir
B. Nagaland
C. Kerala
D. Mizoram
In a major boost to exports of Geographical Indications (GI)
products from the north-eastern region, a consignment of 'Raja Mircha' also
referred to as king chilli from Nagaland was today exported to London via
Guwahati by air for the first time on July 28, 2021.
On Which date the International Tiger Day is celebrated?
A. July 28
B. July 29
C. July 30
D. July 31
International Tiger Day - also known as Global Tiger Day - is
observed each year on 29 July to raise awareness about tigers, which are an
endangered species. According to the United Nations, the global tiger
population has declined by 95% over the past century, due to habitat loss and
wildlife trafficking. The theme of International Tiger Day for 2021 is “Their Survival is in our hands”. 14 tiger
reserves of India have received the accreditation of the Global Conservation
Assured Tiger Standards
To launch ‘AI For All’ initiative Central Board of Secondary Education
(CBSE) collaborated with which company?
A. Google
B. Facebook
C. Intel
D. IBM
Chipmaker Intel has collaborated with the Central Board of
Secondary Education (CBSE) to launch the 'AI For All' initiative, aimed at
creating a basic understanding of artificial intelligence (AI) for people in
India.
Nandu Natekar became the first Indian to win an international
title, passed away rcently, was associated with which game?
A. Hockey
B. Football
C. Badminton
D. Chess
Nandu Natekar became the first Indian to win an international
title when he clinched the Sellanger International in Malaysia in 1956 and even
made the quarter-finals of the All England Championships in 1954. He was 88.
Indian Navy and Russian Navy held which maritime exercise in
Baltic Sea recently?
A. INDRA NAVY
B. JAL NAVY
C. AKASH NAVY
D. NUVYUG NAVY
The 12th edition of exercise INDRA NAVY, a biennial bilateral
maritime exercise between Indian Navy and Russian Navy was held in the Baltic
Sea from 28 to 29 July 2021. Initiated in 2003, Ex INDRA NAVY epitomises the
long-term strategic relationship between the two navies. This exercise was
undertaken as part of the visit of INS Tabar to St Petersburg, Russia to
participate in the 325th Navy Day celebrations of the Russian Navy.
On Which date the International Day of Friendship in
celebrated?
A. July 28
B. July 29
C. July 30
D. July 31
Friendship Day (also International Friendship Day or Friend's
Day) is a day in several countries for celebrating friendship. International
Day of Friendship (World Friendship Day) takes place on July 30 every year.
India celebrate Friendship Day on the first Sunday of August.
Who won the inaugural National women online chess
championship title organised by the All India Chess Federation (AICF)?
A. Disha Millan
B. Vantika Agarwal
C. Rupali Goyal
D. Sumita Acharya
Delhi youngster Vantika Agarwal has won the National women
online chess title. From 11 rounds she scored 9.5 points.
Mike Hendrick who has passed away, was associated with wich
sports?
A. Football
B. Cricket
C. Volleyball
D. Tennis
Former England fast bowler Mike Hendrick has passed away, due
to health-related issues. He was 72 years of age. Hendrick took 87 wickets for
England in 30 Tests between 1974 and 1981 at an average of 25.83.
Who become first form Jammu and Kashmir to crack IES Exam of
UPSC?
A. Farhan Majid
B. Tanveer Ahmad
C. Faizan Khaliq
D. Aisha Aziz
In the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir, Tanveer Ahmad
Khan of South Kashmir’s Kulgam District has brought laurels to Jammu and
Kashmir by qualifying in the Indian Economic Services (IES) examination
conducted by Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) and acquiring 2nd rank
Nationally.
JKSSB-SSC/TOP-Current Affairs /31-July
Who become
first from Jammu and Kashmir to crack
IES Exam of UPSC?
A. Farhan Majid
B. Tanveer Ahmad
C. Faizan Khaliq
D. Aisha Aziz
