Magazine For The Month of October-2024-Final

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MAGAZINE FOR
Mr. Pramod Padhi
THE MONTH OF
OCTOBER-2024
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Major Issues of the Month --------------------------------------------------------- 1
One Liner --------------------------------------------------------- 16
Economy --------------------------------------------------------- 17
Committee & Its Head --------------------------------------------------------- 23
State & UT in News --------------------------------------------------------- 23
Place in News --------------------------------------------------------- 27
National News --------------------------------------------------------- 28
International News --------------------------------------------------------- 35
National and International Summit --------------------------------------------------------- 37
Bilateral & MoU --------------------------------------------------------- 37
Award & Honor --------------------------------------------------------- 42
Person in News --------------------------------------------------------- 43
Science and Technology --------------------------------------------------------- 45
Sports --------------------------------------------------------- 48
Defence --------------------------------------------------------- 51
Ranking & Order --------------------------------------------------------- 53
Report --------------------------------------------------------- 54
Book and Author --------------------------------------------------------- 55
Day & Days --------------------------------------------------------- 55
Miscellaneous --------------------------------------------------------- 56
200 Current Affairs MCQs --------------------------------------------------------- 57
100 GK Questions for SSC & Railway -------------------------------------------------------- 65
40 Computer MCQs --------------------------------------------------------- 69
20 Banking Awareness MCQs --------------------------------------------------------- 71
IBPS-PO (PRELIM) --------------------------------------------------------- 73
IBPS-PO (MAIN) --------------------------------------------------------- 86
OSSC-CGL (PRELIM) --------------------------------------------------------- 106
RRB-NTPC (PRELIM) --------------------------------------------------------- 118
Who's Who --------------------------------------------------------- 126
Abbreviation --------------------------------------------------------- 131
MAGAZINE FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER – 2024
MAJOR ISSUES
OF THE MONTH
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A GROUND PLAN FOR

1 SUSTAINABLE MASS
EMPLOYMENT
The recent budget announcement of five major employment-related schemes, with an ambitious Rs.2 lakh crore outlay over
five years, aims to create jobs, enhance skills, and provide opportunities for 4.1 crore youth. While these initiatives mark a
significant step towards addressing unemployment, several challenges persist that must be addressed to ensure sustainable
and dignified mass employment.
The Need for Productivity and Public Investment
 For mass employment to be both sustainable and dignified, there is a need to focus on increasing productivity. This
involves urging the private sector to create jobs, as suggested by the Economic Survey( the reasons being lower
taxes since 2019 and higher profits post the COVID-19 pandemic).Furthermore, there is a need for greater public
investment in high-quality public goods, such as education, healthcare, and infrastructure, which can support higher
productivity and better employment outcomes.
Persistent Challenges in Employment and Wages
1. Low Wages: One of the most pressing challenges is the low wage structure in India. The Periodic Labour Force Survey
(PLFS) 2019-20 revealed that earning Rs.25,000 per month places a worker in the top 10% of wage earners. This
highlights the stark reality of low income levels for the majority of the workforce. Low wages not only impede the
ability of workers to lead a dignified life but also undermine the effectiveness of employment initiatives aimed at
improving economic well-being.
2. Short-Duration Skill Programs: Another critical issue is the limited success of short-duration skill development
programs. While these programs are designed to quickly upskill the workforce, their long-term placement rates have
been low. Many participants find that the wages offered after completing such programs are insufficient to sustain a
dignified life in urban areas, leading them to return to their villages in search of alternative employment. This highlights
the need for a more integrated approach that links education and skills in a continuous manner, ensuring that workers
are better equipped for higher-paying and sustainable jobs.
The Importance of Linking Education, Skills, and Employment
 Evidence suggests that states with higher per capita consumption, such as Tamil Nadu, Kerala, Himachal Pradesh, Goa,
and Sikkim, also have better human development indicators. These states have invested in robust higher secondary and
vocational education systems, which have contributed to higher productivity and better employment outcomes.
 In contrast, states like Odisha, despite promoting short-duration skilling programs, struggle with low per capita
consumption due to the lack of strong educational and vocational training infrastructure.
 This highlights the importance of a continuum between education and skills, ensuring that workers are not only trained
but also able to secure and retain well-paying jobs.
Public Employment and State Involvement
Lastly, it is important to note that public employment per unit of population in India is much lower than in most developed
countries. The state has a significant role to play in creating employment opportunities, not just through direct public sector
jobs but also by setting conducive conditions for the private sector to thrive while ensuring workers‘ rights and dignity are
upheld.
Key Policy Initiatives for Creating Sustainable Mass Employment with Dignity
Skilling Needs:
1. Community Action:
 Begin with decentralised community action to identify skilling needs.
 Ownership of state programs can be fostered through direct community involvement.
 Local bodies like gram sabhas or basti samitis in urban areas can play a critical role in delivering
government programs to the people.
 Steps include creating a register of all individuals seeking employment/self-employment and developing
personalised plans in partnership with professionals at the cluster level.
 Well-educated professionals should be appointed on fixed terms at the local government level to ensure evidence-
based outcomes.
 Use these registers to find skill providers and employers, and base apprenticeships on community connections.
2. Convergence of Initiatives:
 Converge initiatives for education, health, skills, nutrition, livelihoods, and employment at the local government
level with women‘s collectives.
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 This approach will ensure community accountability with untied funds, functions, and functionaries for effective
quality outcomes.
 Employment improvement is interconnected with other human development indicators. Devolving and converging
these efforts can enhance outcomes.
 Invest more in sectors like education, health, nutrition, environment, and sanitation through decentralised
community action.
Education and Employability
3. Vocational Courses:
 Introduce need-based vocational courses/certificate programs alongside undergraduate degrees (B.A., B.Sc.,
B.Com.) in every college.
 Make these programs compulsory and provide resources for experimentation, such as courses in tourism and
counselling.
 Thai will also help make the graduation programmes employable.
4. Standardisation of Health-Care Courses:
 Standardise nursing and allied health-care professional courses in all states according to international benchmarks.
 Address the issue of uneven quality of institutions and lack of standardised course curricula.
5. Community Caregivers:
 Create community cadres of caregivers to run universal crèches, enabling women to work without fear.
 Implement intensive training programs for caregivers, following the model of Community Resource Persons in the
Rural Livelihood Mission.
6. Invest in Technical Institutions:
 Invest in Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs) and polytechnics as hubs for skill development.
 Address gaps in infrastructure(e.g. By providing advanced machines and instruments) and make these institutions
autonomous and community-managed.
 Develop an equivalence framework for academic and vocational inputs.
7. Enterprise and Start-Up Skills:
 Introduce enterprise and start-up skills through professionals in high schools, incorporating technology and
business processes into the curriculum.
 Facilitate experimentation and innovation as part of regular school programs. Example: School Students set a stall
in the canteen as a part of fun activity.
8. Apprenticeship Co-Sharing Model:
 Implement a co-sharing model of apprenticeships with industry to ensure skilling costs are shared and to foster
industry involvement in apprenticeships.
Capital Loans and Enterprises
9. Streamline Working Capital Loans:
 Streamline working capital loans for women-led enterprises and first-generation businesses to scale up.
 Leverage technology to create comprehensive credit histories and boost lending confidence.
 The lessons from the lakhpati didis of the Rural Livelihoods Mission bring out the challenges in getting working
capital loans.
 The success of the Start Up Village Enterprise Programme (SVEP) under the NRLM brings out the importance of
hand holding, Community Enterprise Fun and end-to-end solutions for first generation entrepreneurs.
10. Universal Skill Accreditation:
 Start a universal skill accreditation program for skill providers, with state and industry jointly sponsoring
candidates.
11. MGNREGA Investments:
 Use 70% of MGNREGA funds in water-scarce and high-deprivation blocks, focusing on livelihood security
through income-generating initiatives.
 Focus on skills for higher productivity of MGNREGA wage earners
 Improve wage rates to facilitate dignified living in poor regions.
12. Scale Up Apprenticeships:
 Increase the scale of ap prenticeships and ensure they contribute to skill acquisition and workplace absorption.
 The focus must be on skill acquisition or else it can get routinised with a
 stipend being provided, merely as an incentive.
 Ensure government subsidies are tied to wages of dignity upon successful completion of apprenticeships
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RELEVANCE OF INDIA'S
2
NUCLEAR DOCTRINE IN THE
CONTEXT OF CURRENT
GEOPOLITICAL DYNAMICS
India‘s nuclear doctrine, established in 2003, underscores a policy of credible minimum deterrence and no first use (NFU) of
nuclear weapons. It aims to ensure that India‘s nuclear arsenal is solely for defensive purposes, maintaining stability in a
volatile geopolitical environment. This doctrine reflects India‘s commitment to global nuclear disarmament and responsible
stewardship of nuclear weapons.
Relevance of India‟s Nuclear Doctrine in Current Geopolitical Dynamics:
 Countering Regional Nuclear Threats: The doctrine‘s emphasis on credible minimum deterrence ensures that India can
effectively deter nuclear threats from neighbouring countries, particularly Pakistan and China. This is crucial as both
nations have been expanding their nuclear capabilities.
For example: India‘s Agni-V missile, with a range of 5,000 km, enhances its deterrence against regional adversaries,
ensuring a credible response capability.
 Balancing Strategic Autonomy: India‘s NFU policy reinforces its strategic autonomy, allowing it to maintain a
defensive posture without engaging in a nuclear arms race. This autonomy is vital in navigating complex international
relations and maintaining sovereignty over its nuclear policy.
 Contributing to Global Non-Proliferation: India‘s commitment to NFU and disarmament positions it as a responsible
nuclear power, contributing to global efforts to prevent nuclear proliferation. This stance strengthens India‘s diplomatic
relations and enhances its standing in international forums.
For instance: India‘s adherence to the Missile Technology Control Regime (MTCR, 1987) underscores its commitment
to non-proliferation.
 Ensuring Strategic Stability: The doctrine‘s clear articulation of massive retaliation in response to a nuclear attack
ensures strategic stability. This clarity prevents miscalculations by adversaries, thereby reducing the likelihood of a
nuclear conflict.
For example: The Strategic Forces Command (SFC) in India ensures that its nuclear arsenal is managed effectively,
maintaining readiness and credibility.
 Adapting to Technological Advancements: As global nuclear dynamics evolve with advancements like cyber warfare
and artificial intelligence, India‘s doctrine remains relevant by focusing on the survivability of its nuclear arsenal and
enhancing its command and control systems.
For instance: India‘s investment in nuclear triad capabilities (land, sea, and air-based nuclear forces) strengthens its
deterrence against first-strike capabilities.
Addressing India‟s Strategic Security Concerns:
 Deterring Cross-Border Terrorism: India‘s nuclear doctrine serves as a deterrent against state-sponsored terrorism from
nuclear-armed neighbours, ensuring that conventional conflicts do not escalate into nuclear confrontations.
For instance: India‘s surgical strikes post-Uri attack in 2016 demonstrated its ability to manage conventional conflicts
while maintaining nuclear restraint.
 Managing Sino-Indian Rivalry: The doctrine addresses the strategic imbalance with China by ensuring a credible
second-strike capability, thus deterring any nuclear adventurism by China in the context of border disputes or regional
dominance.
For instance: The deployment of the Arihant-class submarines enhances India‘s second-strike capability, crucial in
deterring China.
 Responding to Pakistan‘s Tactical Nuclear Weapons: India‘s emphasis on massive retaliation counters Pakistan‘s
tactical nuclear weapons doctrine, ensuring that any nuclear use by Pakistan would invite a devastating response, thus
deterring first-use scenarios.
For example: India‘s Cold Start Doctrine integrates conventional military responses with nuclear deterrence, providing
flexibility in escalation control.
 Maintaining Technological Edge: The doctrine supports continuous technological advancements in India‘s nuclear
arsenal, ensuring that it can respond effectively to emerging threats, including cyber-attacks on command and control
systems.
For instance: India‘s collaboration with DRDO and other research agencies ensures ongoing advancements in nuclear
and missile technologies.
 Safeguarding National Security: By maintaining a policy of NFU and credible deterrence, India‘s nuclear doctrine
aligns with its broader national security strategy, ensuring that nuclear weapons serve as a tool of last resort.
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For instance: The Integrated Guided Missile Development Program (IGMDP) contributes to India‘s ability to deter
threats across multiple domains.
Contribution to Regional Stability:
 Preventing Arms Race: India‘s restrained approach to nuclear weapons prevents an arms race in South Asia,
contributing to regional stability by avoiding unnecessary escalation and encouraging mutual restraint among nuclear-
armed neighbours.
For instance: India‘s limited nuclear arsenal, as per the doctrine of credible minimum deterrence, avoids provoking a
reactionary buildup by Pakistan or China.
 Promoting Nuclear Restraint: India‘s clear NFU policy promotes nuclear restraint in the region, setting a standard for
responsible nuclear behaviour and reducing the chances of accidental or preemptive nuclear strikes.
For instance: India‘s participation in the Nuclear Security Summit demonstrates its commitment to nuclear security
and regional stability.
 Encouraging Diplomatic Engagement: The doctrine‘s focus on deterrence rather than aggression creates space for
diplomatic engagement, allowing for dialogue and conflict resolution without the immediate threat of nuclear
escalation.
For instance: India‘s continued dialogue with Pakistan on nuclear confidence-building measures (CBMs) reinforces
regional stability.
 Supporting International Non-Proliferation Regimes: India‘s nuclear doctrine aligns with international non-proliferation
efforts, supporting global initiatives that reduce the risk of nuclear proliferation and contributing to a stable regional
security environment.
For instance: India‘s active participation in the Conference on Disarmament aligns with its commitment to global and
regional stability.
 Deterring External Interventions: The doctrine‘s credible deterrence capability deters external powers from intervening
in South Asian conflicts, ensuring that regional issues are managed locally without external nuclear pressures.
For instance: India‘s strategic partnerships, such as with Russia and the United States, support its nuclear deterrence
policy and regional stability.
India‘s nuclear doctrine remains a cornerstone of its national security strategy, providing a stable framework in a rapidly
evolving geopolitical landscape. As global and regional dynamics shift, India‘s commitment to credible minimum deterrence
and No First Use continues to ensure strategic stability. Future enhancements in technology, alliances, and defence
capabilities will further solidify India‘s position as a responsible nuclear power in the international arena.
JAPAN-INDIA SPECIAL
3 STRATEGIC AND GLOBAL
PARTNERSHIP
Introduction
 The recent visit of the Japanese Foreign Minister to India, highlights the ongoing efforts to strengthen the
Japan-India relationship.
 The visit coincides with the Third Japan-India Foreign and Defence Ministerial Meeting („2+2‟), a key
platform for deepening bilateral ties across four critical areas: defence, economic cooperation, people-to-people
exchanges, and global collaboration.
Background
 The Japan-India relationship has deep historical roots, dating back to the 6th century with the introduction of
Buddhism to Japan.
 However, the modern era of bilateral ties was significantly bolstered with the launch of the „Japan-India Special
Strategic and Global Partnership‟ in 2014.
 Over the past decade, this partnership has evolved into a comprehensive relationship characterized by strategic,
economic, and cultural cooperation.
 Both nations share a commitment to achieving a 5-trillion-yen target of public and private investment and
financing within five years, reflecting the growing importance of their economic ties.
Bilateral Cooperation
 Regional Stability:
o The Japan-India partnership plays a crucial role in maintaining regional stability, especially in the Indo-
Pacific.
o The evolving geopolitical landscape, with the rise of China, necessitates a robust partnership between Japan
and India to ensure a free, open, and inclusive Indo-Pacific.
 Economic Cooperation in Emerging Sectors:
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o With the global economy rapidly evolving, the Japan-India partnership‘s emphasis on emerging sectors such
as green and digital transformation is vital.
o The partnership aims to leverage technology and innovation to drive economic growth and sustainable
development.
 People-to-People Exchanges:
o Enhancing people-to-people ties is critical for building a robust bilateral relationship.
o Cultural exchanges, tourism, and educational collaboration are seen as key avenues to deepen mutual
understanding and cooperation.
o The extension of the ‗Japan-India Tourism Exchange Year‘ to fiscal year 2024 underscores the importance of
people-to-people exchanges in strengthening bilateral ties.
 Global Collaboration through Multilateral Frameworks:
o Both nations are increasingly collaborating on global issues through multilateral frameworks such as the
Quad, focusing on areas like maritime security, climate change, and disaster risk reduction.
 Defence and Security Cooperation:
o The partnership has seen significant progress in defence and security cooperation, including joint military
exercises and collaboration on defence equipment. This is crucial for enhancing strategic deterrence in the
Indo-Pacific region.
 Economic Projects:
o There has been steady advancement in joint economic projects, including the High-Speed Rail project and
development initiatives in India‟s northeastern region.
o The Industrial Value Chain concept, linking northeastern India to the Bay of Bengal, is a strategic initiative
to enhance regional connectivity and economic development.
 Women, Peace, and Security (WPS) Agenda:
o Both nations share an interest in promoting the WPS agenda, which aligns with broader global efforts to
enhance gender equality and women‘s participation in peace and security initiatives.
o The deployment of women in UN Peacekeeping Operations (PKOs) and the application of the WPS
agenda to disaster risk reduction are areas where Japan and India can lead by example on the global stage.
Concerns / Challenges
 Potential challenges include differences in economic priorities, domestic political considerations, and the
complexities of navigating a rapidly changing geopolitical environment.
 Maritime security is a key concern in the Indo-Pacific.
 Trade between the two countries is modest compared to their respective economic sizes. There is a significant
trade imbalance, with Japan exporting more to India than it imports.
 The slow pace of decision-making and the presence of multiple layers of bureaucracy in India often
complicate the execution of joint projects, such as infrastructure development and technology transfer.
 Japan‘s significant economic ties with China may sometimes limit its willingness to fully align with India on
certain geopolitical issues.
 The pace of developing a robust defence partnership has been slower than anticipated.
Way Forward
 The Japan-India partnership is characterized by shared democratic values and a commitment to a free and
open Indo-Pacific. This foundation can be leveraged to promote regional stability and cooperation.
 The partnership‘s focus on infrastructure development, exemplified by projects like the Asia-Africa Growth
Corridor, can be utilized to enhance connectivity and economic growth in the region.
 The partnership can be leveraged to enhance joint naval exercises and information sharing, addressing
challenges such as piracy and illegal fishing in the Indo-Pacific.
 The partnership can be used to counter China‟s growing influence by offering alternative infrastructure
investments through initiatives like the Quality Infrastructure Investment, balancing economic development with
strategic interests.
 The partnership‘s emphasis on technology cooperation can be leveraged to promote economic growth while
addressing cybersecurity concerns.
 Joint research and development in areas like 5G and AI can foster innovation and enhance digital resilience.
 Leveraging the partners hip‘s focus on energy cooperation can address both economic and security interests.
 Collaboration on renewable energy projects can reduce dependence on volatile oil markets and enhance energy
security in the region.
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INDIAN STRATEGIES TO
4 GENERATE MASS EMPLOYMENT
OPPORTUNITIES
With over 12 million individuals entering the job market annually, the need for sustainable employment solutions is
paramount in India. The government‘s initiatives, such as the Rs.2 lakh crore employment package, aim to create millions of
jobs, yet challenges like low wages and skill mismatches persist.
Strategies for Generating Mass Employment Opportunities:
 Investment in Infrastructure Development: Large-scale infrastructure projects can generate significant employment,
especially in construction and related sectors.
For instance: As per the MoRT&H, the Bharatmala Pariyojana aims to create 22 million jobs through road
construction, improving connectivity and economic activity across the country.
 Promotion of Manufacturing through ‗Make in India‘: Expanding the manufacturing sector is crucial for absorbing the
large workforce.
For instance: The Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme is expected to create 60 lakh jobs as per the MoL&E by
boosting manufacturing in electronics, pharmaceuticals, and textiles.
 Strengthening the MSME Sector: Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME‘s) are the backbone of India‘s
economy, providing the largest share of employment.
For instance: The Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) has disbursed Rs.20 lakh crore in loans, fostering
entrepreneurship and creating over 1.2 crore jobs since its inception.
 Agriculture and Allied Sector Enhancement: Investing in agro-processing and rural enterprises can generate jobs in
rural areas.
For instance: The PM-Kisan Sampada Yojana aims to create over 5 lakh jobs by enhancing the food processing
industry and reducing agricultural wastage.
 Digital and Service Sector Expansion: The IT and services sector has immense potential for job creation, especially
with digital transformation.
For instance: The Digital India initiative is expected to create 1 crore jobs by 2025 through IT services as per MeitY,
digital payment solutions, and e-governance.
Potential Challenges in Generating Mass Employment:
 Skill Mismatch: The lack of alignment between industry requirements and workforce skills hinders employability.
For example: Despite the Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) training millions, only 15% of trainees
found jobs (as per NSDC) due to inadequate skills relevant to industry needs.
 Inadequate Infrastructure: Poor infrastructure in rural areas limits the growth of industries and job creation.
For instance: Many regions still lack reliable electricity and transport networks, hindering the establishment of
manufacturing units and agro-based industries.
 Regulatory Hurdles: Complex regulations and labour laws can discourage businesses from expanding or hiring.
 Regional Disparities: Economic and employment opportunities are unevenly distributed, with certain states lagging
behind.
For instance: States like Bihar and Odisha have significantly lower employment rates compared to Maharashtra and
Karnataka, reflecting regional imbalances.
 Environmental Sustainability Concerns: Rapid industrialization and infrastructure development can lead to
environmental degradation, affecting long-term sustainability.
For instance: The expansion of mining and heavy industries has caused deforestation and pollution in states like
Jharkhand, impacting local communities and ecosystems.
Policy Measures to Overcome Challenges:
 Industry-Academia Linkage: Tailor skill development programs to match industry needs and enhance employability.
For instance: The Skill India Mission is focusing on sector-specific training programs in collaboration with industry
bodies to ensure relevance and job readiness.
 Infrastructure Improvement in Rural Areas: Invest in rural infrastructure to attract industries and create jobs.
For instance: The PM Gram Sadak Yojana aims to improve rural road connectivity, facilitating the movement of goods
and boosting local economies.
 Simplification of Regulatory Framework: Streamline business regulations and labour laws to encourage
entrepreneurship and job creation.
For instance: The introduction of Labour Codes in 2020 seeks to simplify and modernise labour laws, promoting
formal employment and industrial growth.
 Balanced Regional Development: Focus on regional development strategies to address disparities and promote inclusive
growth.
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For example: The North East Industrial Development Scheme (NEIDS) offers financial incentives to businesses in the
northeastern states, promoting industrialization and job creation in these underdeveloped regions.
 Promoting Sustainable Industrial Practices: Encourage industries to adopt environmentally sustainable practices to
ensure long-term job creation without harming the environment.
For example: The National Action Plan on Climate Change (NAPCC) promotes green technologies and industries,
aiming to create jobs in renewable energy and sustainable development sectors.
India‘s journey towards mass employment generation requires a multi-faceted approach that balances economic growth with
skill development, infrastructure investment, and environmental sustainability. By addressing regional disparities,
simplifying regulations, and promoting innovative sectors like digital and green economies, India can create a robust and
inclusive job market, ensuring prosperity for its growing workforce in the years to come.
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LATERAL ENTRY INTO
CIVIL SERVICES
The lateral entry initiative by the Indian government invites professionals from the private sector and academia to join civil
services at senior levels, aiming to bring in specialized expertise and fresh perspectives. While it offers potential for
innovative governance and enhanced efficiency, it also raises concerns about integration challenges, transparency, and the
possible impact on the merit-based recruitment system.
Potential Benefits of the Government‟s Initiative of Lateral Entry into Civil Services:
 Infusion of Specialized Expertise: Lateral entry allows the government to tap into the expertise of professionals
from diverse fields, bringing in skills that may be lacking in the traditional bureaucracy.
For example: Mr. Nandan Nilekani‟s appointment led to the successful implementation of Aadhaar, the world‘s
largest biometric ID system.
 Addressing Bureaucratic Shortages: The initiative helps fill the gap in the senior bureaucracy, where there is often
a shortage of officers with specialized skills.
For instance: According to the Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), only 442 IAS officers were working
at the Centre against a required strength of 1,469.
 Promotion of Innovation: Lateral entrants bring fresh perspectives and innovative approaches to governance.
For example: The introduction of Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) under India‘s G20 presidency, spearheaded by
lateral experts, has been a significant step towards inclusive digital development.
 Enhancement of Efficiency: Professionals from the private sector bring a performance-driven work culture to the
bureaucracy, helping to reduce inefficiencies.
 Bridging Public-Private Divide: Lateral entry fosters collaboration between the public and private sectors, enhancing
governance through cross-sectoral knowledge sharing.
For example: This was evident when Amber Dubey joined the Civil Aviation Ministry as joint secretary, bringing in
critical insights that shaped aviation policies.
Challenges of Lateral Entry into Civil Services:
 Short Tenure Concerns: The fixed tenure of three years for lateral entrants is often seen as insufficient for them to
fully acclimate to the complex governance systems.
For instance: This limited period may hinder their ability to contribute effectively to long-term projects.
 Resistance from Traditional Bureaucrats: Lateral entrants often face resistance from traditional bureaucrats, who
may view them as outsiders.
For instance: This hierarchical friction can impede the integration of new ideas and disrupt administrative harmony.
 Potential for Conflicts of Interest: The recruitment of professionals with ties to the private sector raises concerns
about conflicts of interest.
For instance: Ensuring that lateral entrants remain neutral and objective in their decision-making is a significant
challenge.
 Risk of Diluting Merit-Based Recruitment: Lateral entry could be perceived as undermining the merit-based
recruitment system that has been the cornerstone of the civil services.
For instance: This could lead to favoritism and erode the integrity of the selection process.
 Outsider Syndrome: Lateral entrants might struggle with the outsider syndrome, where they are not fully accepted
within the traditional bureaucratic structure.
For instance: This lack of acceptance can result in ineffective leadership and reduced impact on governance.
Implications of Lateral Entry for Governance and Administration in India:
 Catalyst for Bureaucratic Reforms: Lateral entry can serve as a catalyst for reform within the Indian bureaucracy by
introducing best practices from the private sector. This can lead to more dynamic and responsive governance.
 Enhanced Policy Formulation: The inclusion of experts with domain-specific knowledge can improve the quality of
policy formulation.
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For example: Economists like Vijay Kelkar and Bimal Jalan brought their expertise into economic policymaking,
resulting in more informed decisions.
 Risk of Fragmentation: If not managed carefully, lateral entry could lead to a fragmentation of administrative
coherence, with different groups within the bureaucracy operating with conflicting priorities. This could weaken the
overall effectiveness of governance.
 Potential to Drive Socio-Economic Change: Lateral entrants can play a crucial role in driving socio-economic change
by implementing policies that are both innovative and grounded in practical experience. This aligns with India‘s goals
of inclusive growth and sustainable development.
 Strengthening Public Accountability: Lateral entry can enhance public accountability by introducing a performance-
oriented approach. However, it requires clear accountability mechanisms to ensure that lateral entrants meet the
same standards as traditional civil servants.
Lateral entry into civil services holds significant potential to revitalize India‘s bureaucracy by bringing in specialized
expertise and fostering innovation. However, it also presents challenges that must be carefully managed to ensure effective
integration and maintain the integrity of the civil services. With proper safeguards, lateral entry can be a powerful tool to
enhance governance and administration, contributing to India‘s vision of a more efficient and inclusive government in the
future.
CHALLENGES FACED BY
6 REGIONAL RURAL BANKS
(RRBs)
The article discusses the challenges faced by Regional Rural Banks
(RRBs) in India. It highlights how outdated technology and poor
infrastructure are driving customers like Lalit Singh to private banks. It
also mentions the debate on whether RRBs should merge with sponsor
banks.
What Challenges Are RRBs Facing?
1. Outdated Technology: RRBs are lagging in digital services, making
it difficult to compete with private and small finance banks.
2. Poor Infrastructure: Many RRB branches lack basic facilities. In
western Uttar Pradesh, branches often have no security guards,
poorly maintained cash rooms, and inadequate air conditioning.
3. Slow Service Delivery: Customers expect quick services like ATM
cards and cheque books, but RRBs struggle to provide these
promptly. This leads to customer dissatisfaction and migration to
other banks.
4. Financial Struggles: Despite a Rs.10,890 crore capital infusion
during FY22 and FY23, RRBs continue to grapple with non-
performing assets and mismanagement, hindering their growth and
competitiveness.
How Important Are RRBs?
1. Foundation and Purpose: RRBs were established in 1975 to
provide banking and credit facilities in rural areas, combining local
familiarity with commercial professionalism.
2. Wide Reach: As of March 31, 2023, RRBs manage over 305 million
deposit accounts and 29 million loan accounts across 43 RRBs with
21,995 branches. Ninety-two percent of RRB branches are in rural or
semi-urban areas, showing their importance in reaching underserved
regions.
3. Support for Government Schemes: RRBs play a crucial role in
expanding government schemes, disbursing wages under rural job
guarantee schemes, and distributing pensions.
4. Vital for Rural Economy: RRBs help support agriculture and rural
finance, which are vital for India‘s rural economy.
What Is Being Done to Improve RRBs?
1. Capital Infusion: The government infused Rs.10,890 crore into RRBs during FY22 and FY23, significantly more than
the total Rs.28,393 crore infused from 1975 to FY21.
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2. Technology Upgrades: Efforts are being made to upgrade technology, with support from sponsor banks like Punjab
National Bank, which helps reduce costs by sharing technology vendors.
3. Policy Enhancements: The Finance Minister emphasized the need to enhance digital capabilities and increase the
penetration of schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana, targeting micro, small, and medium enterprises.
Should RRBs Merge with Sponsor Banks?
1. Argument Against Merging:
2. RRBs were created to focus on agriculture and rural finance, serving 305.3 million deposit accounts in rural and semi-
urban areas.
3. Merging might shift their focus away from rural areas, as sponsor banks have broader commercial interests.
4. Upgrading technology without merging could help RRBs maintain their rural focus while improving services.
5. Argument For Merging:
6. Merging could address staff shortages and update the skills of RRB employees.
7. The All India Bank Officers‘ Confederation and Employees Association support merging to reduce competition and
financial waste between RRBs and sponsor banks.
8. Some customers have moved to private banks due to RRBs‘ outdated services, which merging might resolve.
Way Forward
Experts suggest that RRBs should receive an immediate technology upgrade. While merging with sponsor banks is one
option, many believe that keeping RRBs independent and improving their technology would be better for maintaining their
focus on rural development.
7 G4 NATIONS ON UNSC
REFORMS
Recently, the Deputy Permanent Representative of India to the U.N. said that the U.N. Security Council (UNSC) is ill-
equipped to address the international challenges as there is a lack of representation.
 He was delivering a statement on behalf of the G4 countries – Brazil, Germany, Japan and India – at the
UNSC High-Level Debate on ‗Maintenance of International Peace and Security: Addressing the Historical
Injustice and enhancing Africa‘s effective representation in the UNSC‘.
Demand for UNSC Reforms by G4 Nations: India emphasised the need to push for reforms, heeding the voice of the young
and future generations, including from Africa, where the demand to correct the historical injustices grows ever stronger.
About Group of Four Or G4 Nations
The G4 nations traditionally meet on the sidelines of the annual high-level UN General Assembly session.
 Represents: It represents a group of Brazil, Germany, India and Japan that are aspiring to become permanent
members of the UNSC.
 Aim: It was formed in 2005 to support each other‟s bids for permanent membership of the UNSC.
About United Nations Security Council
The United Nations Security Council, established under the UN Charter in 1945, constitutes one of the UN‘s six principal
organs.
 Members: Comprising 15 members, it includes 5 permanent members (P5) and 10 non-permanent
members elected for two-year terms.
o The permanent members are the United States, Russian Federation, France, China, and the United Kingdom.
Need for UNSC Reforms
There are various voices raised across the World to make changes in UNSC.
 Wider and Inclusive Representation: The UN represents a larger world, however it has only 5 permanent
members in its permanent membership.
o The regions like far East Asia, South America, and Africa have no representation in the permanent
membership of the UNSC.
o The UN was founded in 1945 and consisted of 11 members out of a total UN membership of 51 countries, i.e.,
some 22% of the member states., while today, there are 193 member-states of the UN, and only 15 members of
the Council i.e., fewer than 8%.
o Many countries, both in absolute numbers and as a proportion of the membership, do not feel adequately
represented on the body, highlighting the need for UNSC reforms.
 Contemporary Realities: The current composition of the UNSC represents the post-World War II realities and
hence is not in pace with the changing balance of power in the world.
 Veto Power by Permanent Members: The five permanent members (China, France, Russia, the United
Kingdom, and the United States) enjoy the privilege of a veto over any Council resolution or decision.
 Undue Weightage: The composition of the Council gives undue weightage to the balance of power of those days.
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o For example, Europe accounts for barely 5% of the world‟s population, and still controls 33% of the seats in
any given year (excluding Russia).
 Unjust in Equity: Japan and Germany have for decades been the second and third largest contributors to the UN
budget, while still being referred to as ‗enemy states‘ in the United Nations Charter (since the UN was set up by
the victorious Allies of the Second World War).
 Denial of Opportunity: It denies opportunities to other states such as India, which is highly populous, have a
great share in the world economy, or contributions in kind to the UN (like participation in peacekeeping
operations) have helped shape the evolution of world affairs, highlighting the need for UNSC reforms.
SOCIO-ECONOMIC
8 DIFFERENTIALS WITHIN
SCs/STs
The Union Cabinet declared that the principle of the creamy layer does not apply to reservations for Scheduled Castes (SCs)
and Scheduled Tribes (STs).
It is emphasised that this decision aligns with the Constitutional provisions established by Babasaheb Bhim Rao Ambedkar.
Supreme Court Judgment
 Supreme Court Ruling:
o Recently, a seven-judge Bench of the Supreme Court in a 6:1 majority decision, allowed sub-classification by the
state government within Scheduled Castes (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) to enhance affirmative action
benefits.
 It was emphasized that such sub-classification must be based on “quantifiable and demonstrable data‖ rather
than political motives.
o The judgment aimed to uplift the more underprivileged castes within the SC category.
 Creamy Layer Observations:
o Justice B.R. Gavai, in a concurring judgment, suggested that States should develop a policy to identify the creamy
layer within SC and ST categories and exclude them from reservations.
 However, this was an observation and not a binding part of the decision.
Status of SC and ST Communities in India
 SC stands for Scheduled Castes, historically known as ―untouchables.‖
 ST stands for Scheduled Tribes, often residing in remote areas and facing social and economic challenges.
Key Socio-economic status of SCs and STs
 HDI Improvement: Significant progress, but still below the national average.
 Literacy: Increased from 52% (1991) to 74% (2011).
 School Dropouts: Dropped to 2.54% in 2020-2021.
 Health: Infant mortality reduced from 86 (1992) to 35 (2016).
 Female Literacy: SC women‘s literacy rose from 42% to 56.5% (2001-2011).
 Housing: Ongoing issues with access to clean water and sanitation.
 Employment: Higher dependence on informal labor, low formal sector representation.
Impacts of sub-classification within SCs and STs
 Positive Impacts
o Equitable Distribution: Ensures fair share of reservation benefits to the most disadvantaged sub-groups.
o Enhanced Social Justice: Makes affirmative action policies more inclusive and equitable.
o Improved Representation: Leads to better representation of marginalized sub-groups in various sectors.
o Addressing Historical Inequities: Provides additional support to historically marginalized sub-groups.
 Challenges
o Complex Implementation: Requires accurate data which makes the process complex and resource-intensive.
o Intra-Community Tensions: May lead to conflicts within SC and ST communities.
o Legal and Policy Hurdles: Faces potential legal challenges and may need policy changes.
Way Forward
The socio- economic condition of SCs and STs are low and this condition can be resolved if the government takes steps in
this regard.
 Welfare policies: Government should develop such welfare schemes that cater to the needs of these groups.
o For this, there should be high inclusion of community representatives in the policy making process.
 Economic Empowerment: Government should increase support systems for these communities such as
scholarships and specialised schools.
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 Legal and Institutional support: Enforce laws and regulation that protects the interests of these communities.
o In addition to it, ensure that all institutes supporting SCs and STs are funded and staffed.
Constitutional Rights for the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
o Article 17:
 Abolishes untouchability in all forms.
 Addresses not just physical avoidance but a broader range of social sanctions.
o Article 46:
 Promotes the educational and economic interests of SCs, STs, and other weaker sections.
 Aims to protect these groups from social injustice and exploitation.
o Article 338:
 Establishes the National Commission for Scheduled Castes.
 Functions include:
 Investigating and monitoring constitutional and legal safeguards for SCs.
 Evaluating the effectiveness of these safeguards.
 Addressing specific complaints regarding violations of SC rights and safeguards.
o Article 338-A:
 Establishes the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes.
 Functions similarly to the National Commission for Scheduled Castes, focusing on the rights and safeguards of STs.
These provisions highlight the Indian Constitution‘s commitment to ensuring equality and protecting the rights of marginalized
communities.
ROLE OF AGRICULTURAL
9 SUBSIDIES IN INDIA'S ECONOMIC

DEVELOPMENT AND FOOD
SECURITY
Agricultural subsidies in India, constituting approximately 73% of the agriculture budget, play a crucial role in supporting
farmers and ensuring food security. These subsidies, covering fertilizers, electricity, water, and minimum support
prices (MSP), have been instrumental in transforming India‘s agrarian economy. However, they also present challenges,
particularly regarding fiscal sustainability and environmental impacts.
Positive Role of Agricultural Subsidies in India‟s Economic Development and Food Security:
Boosting Agricultural Production: Agricultural subsidies have significantly contributed to increased agricultural production,
making it a food surplus country from food deficient.
For example: Subsidized fertilizers and high-yield variety seeds used during the Green Revolution enabled India to achieve
self-sufficiency in food grains, reducing dependence on food imports.
 Ensuring Food Security: Subsidies like the MSP for key crops ensure stable incomes for farmers,
encouraging continuous production. This stability has contributed to India‘s food security, with the country becoming
a major exporter of wheat and rice.
For example: The Public Distribution System (PDS), supported by subsidized procurement, plays a crucial role in
providing affordable food to the poor.
 Empowering Marginal Farmers Subsidies make essential agricultural inputs affordable for small and marginal
farmers.
For instance: In states like Bihar, where over 80% of farmers are smallholders, subsidies for seeds and fertilizers
enable them to adopt modern farming techniques, improving yields and reducing poverty in rural areas.
 Promoting Rural Development: Agricultural subsidies support rural economies by maintaining the viability of
farming as an occupation.
For instance: Power subsidies in Punjab have made it possible for farmers to access irrigation, which is vital for crop
cultivation in the region, thereby sustaining rural livelihoods and contributing to regional development.
 Encouraging Technological Adoption: Subsidies have facilitated the adoption of modern agricultural technologies
leading to more efficient water usage and higher productivity.
For instance: Adoption of drip irrigation and solar pumps, particularly in states like Maharashtra.
Negative Role of Agricultural Subsidies in India‟s Economic Development and Food Security:
 Fiscal Burden: Agricultural subsidies, particularly for fertilizers and power, impose a significant fiscal burden on the
government contributing to the widening fiscal deficit and limiting the government‘s ability to invest in other critical
sectors.
For instance: The fertilizer subsidy bill alone exceeded Rs.2.5 lakh crore in 2023,
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 Environmental Degradation: The overuse of subsidized fertilizers has led to soil degradation and water pollution.
For example: In Punjab, the excessive use of nitrogen-based fertilizers has resulted in severe soil
acidification and groundwater depletion, undermining long-term agricultural sustainability and reducing soil fertility.
 Distortion of Market Prices: Subsidies, particularly through MSP, often lead to market distortions by encouraging the
cultivation of a narrow range of crops like wheat and rice.
For instance: This practice has resulted in monocropping, which depletes soil nutrients and increases the risk of
pests and diseases, further challenging food security.
 Inefficient Resource Utilization: The unsustainable resource use threatens the future of agriculture in these regions
and has prompted the government to reconsider the long-term viability of such subsidies.
For instance: Power subsidies in states like Punjab and Haryana have led to the over-extraction of groundwater,
causing a rapid decline in water tables.
 Inequitable Distribution Agricultural subsidies often disproportionately benefit larger farmers, leaving smallholders
with less support.
For example: In states like Gujarat, large farmers have gained more from electricity and water subsidies, leading to
growing income disparities within the agricultural sector, exacerbating rural inequality.
Optimizing agricultural subsidies by focusing on sustainable practices and equitable distribution will be crucial for India‘s
future. Redirecting subsidies towards innovation, research, and efficient resource use can enhance productivity while
reducing environmental harm. A balanced approach will ensure that subsidies continue to support food
security and economic development, without compromising fiscal sustainability or environmental health.
10 DISASTER MANAGEMENT
(AMENDMENT) BILL, 2024
The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, introduced in the Lok Sabha, aims to fortify India‘s disaster
management framework by addressing the evolving challenges of disaster preparedness and response. It emphasizes
enhancing the capabilities of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) and State Disaster Management
Authorities (SDMAs), while also integrating international best practices and fostering global partnerships to create a
more resilient disaster management system.
The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024: Create a More Robust Disaster Management Framework
 Establishment of Urban Disaster Management Authorities: The Bill proposes the creation of Urban Disaster
Management Authorities for state capitals and large cities, aiming to address the unique challenges of urban
disasters. This provision ensures tailored disaster response strategies in densely populated areas, reducing
vulnerability and enhancing resilience.
For instance: Similar models in Tokyo and New York demonstrate the effectiveness of localized disaster management
frameworks.
 Development of a Comprehensive Disaster Database: The Bill mandates the creation of a national and state-level
disaster database, encompassing disaster assessments, fund allocations, and risk registers.
For instance: This data-driven approach enables precise risk analysis and informed decision-making, akin to
the United Nations‟ Global Assessment Report (GAR) on Disaster Risk Reduction, which helps countries manage
disaster risks more effectively.
 Decentralization of Disaster Planning: Empowering the NDMA and SDMAs to prepare decentralized disaster plans,
the Bill promotes local-level preparedness and swift response.
For instance: This mirrors successful practices seen in countries like Japan, where local governments play a crucial
role in disaster management.
 Periodic Stock-Take of Disaster Risks: The Bill empowers the NDMA to periodically assess the full spectrum of
disaster risks, including emerging threats from climate change. This forward-looking approach ensures that India‘s
disaster management strategies remain relevant and adaptive.
For example: The European Union‟s Disaster Risk Management Knowledge Centre conducts similar periodic
assessments to anticipate future disaster risks.
 Statutory Status and Clarity of Roles: By granting statutory status to pre-existing bodies like the National Crisis
Management Committee, the Bill aims to streamline disaster management functions and clarify the roles of various
authorities, strengthening the coordination between agencies, and reducing bureaucratic delays during disasters.
For instance: Similar to the role of the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) in the United States.
The Key Provisions Can Enhance India‟s Preparedness and Response to Disasters:
 Enhanced Urban Disaster Resilience: The establishment of Urban Disaster Management Authorities will enable cities
to develop specialized disaster response plans, reducing casualties and damage during urban disasters.
For instance: The Chennai floods (2015) highlighted the need for such dedicated urban authorities to manage city-
specific risks effectively.
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 Improved Data-Driven Decision Making: The comprehensive disaster database will provide real-time
information for decision-makers, enhancing the accuracy and timeliness of disaster response.
For example: During the 2013 Uttarakhand floods, the lack of such a database hindered rescue operations,
underscoring the importance of data-driven management systems.
 Localized and Decentralized Preparedness: Decentralizing disaster planning to NDMA and SDMAs ensures that
disaster response strategies are tailored to local conditions, improving their effectiveness.
For example: The 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami demonstrated the importance of local preparedness, where
decentralized planning could have mitigated the impact on coastal communities.
 Proactive Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Periodic stock-taking of disaster risks by the NDMA will
enable proactive measures against potential threats, such as extreme climate events.
For instance: The increasing frequency of cyclones in the Bay of Bengal region exemplifies the need for continuous
risk assessment to protect vulnerable populations.
 Streamlined and Efficient Disaster Management: Clarifying the roles of various authorities and granting statutory
status to key committees will reduce delays in disaster response, ensuring that aid reaches affected areas swiftly.
For example: The coordinated response during the 2018 Kerala floods, facilitated by clear role definitions,
highlighted the benefits of such an approach.
The Disaster Management (Amendment) Bill, 2024, represents a significant step towards creating a
more resilient and adaptive disaster management framework in India. By integrating advanced technology, decentralizing
planning, and enhancing legal structures, the Bill positions India to better handle future disasters. As climate change and
urbanization increase the complexity of disaster risks, the provisions of this Bill will be crucial in safeguarding lives and
infrastructure, ensuring a safer and more prepared nation.
11 RASHTRIYA VIGYAN
PURASKAR
G Padmanabhan, the Chandrayaan-3 team, Annapurni Subramaniam, and 30 others have been chosen for
the inaugural Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP)
About Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (RVP):
 Announcement: Last Year, the Government of India announced the “National Science Awards” in the field
of science, technology and innovation .
 About: The National Awards recognise outstanding and inspiring scientific, technological and
innovation contributions of researchers, technologists and innovators .
 Awards 2024: 33 Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar awards will be given this year; 13 scientists will get the Vigyan
Shree award and 18 the Viyan Yuva award
 Categories: The awards will be given in the following four categories :
o Vigyan Ratna ( VR ) : A maximum of three awards will be awarded to recognise lifetime achievements and
contributions in the field of science and technology .
o Vigyan Shri ( VS ) : A maximum of 25 awards will be awarded to recognise outstanding contribution in the field
of Science and Technology .
o Vigyan Yuva : Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar ( VY – SSB ) Awards : A maximum of 25 awards will be given to
recognize and encourage the talent of young scientists who have made exceptional contributions in the field of
science and technology
o Science Team ( VT ) Awards : A maximum of three awards may be awarded to a team of three or more scientists
/ researchers / innovators who have made exceptional contributions while working in a team in the field of science
and technology .
Notable Awardees:
 G Padmanabhan: At 86, G Padmanabhan, a renowned biochemist known for his work on the malaria
parasite, has been named a Vigyan Ratna, recognizing his lifetime achievement in science.
o He has also been honored with the Padma Shri and Padma Bhushan.
 Chandrayaan-3 Team: The team behind Chandrayaan-3, which successfully landed India‟s first spacecraft on
the Moon last year, has been awarded the Vigyan Team award for their collaborative research work.
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12 STRENGTHENING CHINA-
INDIA RELATIONS
The 17th Chinese Ambassador to India recently arrived in New Delhi and presented his credentials to Indian President.
During his first three months, he met with Indian leaders, visited two states, and witnessed India‘s vibrant culture and strong
public support for China-India relations.
China and India, with their rich history of cultural exchange and shared aspirations, now have one of the world‘s most
important relationships. President Xi Jinping and Prime Minister Modi agree that the two nations are partners, not rivals. Xi
believes their united voice will be powerful globally, and Indian PM sees them as ―two bodies with one spirit.‖
“Five Mutuals” Framework for enhancing bilateral relations between India and China
The ―Five Mutuals,‖ an extension of th e Five Principles of Peaceful Coexistence that aligns with India‘s principles of
―mutual respect, mutual sensitivity, and mutual interests‖.
1) Mutual Respect- Acknowledging cultural differences and respecting each other‘s development paths, social systems, and
global role are important for fostering mutual understanding and cooperation.
2) Mutual Understanding- Both nations have supported each other‘s struggles for independence and share common goals.
China supports India‘s strategic autonomy and recognizes the effort required for national development.
3) Mutual Trust -Approaching our relations from a strategic perspective, avoiding mutual suspicion and conflict, and
committing to peaceful coexistence and dispute resolution are essential for fostering a strong partnership.
4) Mutual Accommodation -It‘s important to address differences through dialogue and find mutually acceptable solutions.
Our relationship is broad and should not be defined by individual disputes, nor should our cooperation be disrupted by
isolated incidents.
5) Mutual Accomplishment – Recognizing our shared goals as emerging economies, China‘s reform efforts, and support
for India‘s ―Viksit Bharat 2047‖ vision highlight our mutual desire for development and global cooperation.
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1.
ONE LINER
The 100-metre steel bridge, a crucial part of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train project, was inaugurated in Silvassa,
Dadra and Nagar Haveli.
2. Hilsa fish, also known as ilish, is revered as the national fish of Bangladesh and is highly valued for its nutritional
benefits.
3. The Indian Surfing Team has made history by qualifying for the 2026 Asian Games for the first time, earning one quota
each for both Men and Women. This achievement was the result of ranking points accumulated in the 2024 Asia
4. Lando Norris secured a commanding win at the Dutch Grand Prix, marking his second career victory and his first in
Formula One.
5. INS Mumbai, an Indian Navy ship, is scheduled for a three-day visit to Colombo, Sri Lanka.
6. Australia has taken a significant step towards work-life balance by introducing the 'Right to disconnect' law.
7. The world‘s second-largest diamond, weighing 2,492 carats, was recently discovered at Karowe Mine in Botswana by a
Canadian mining firm.
8. Vietnam's National Assembly has approved the appointment of three new Deputy Prime Ministers, namely Nguyen
Hoa Binh, Ho Duc Phoc, and Bui Thanh Son, for the 2021-2026 term.
9. The 2024 Paralympic Games will take place in Paris from August 28 to September 8, 2024.
10. Gwalior is set to host the third Regional Industry Conclave on August 28, 2024, with the aim of attracting investments
to Madhya Pradesh.
11. Rufus is Amazon's AI shopping assistant, designed to enhance the shopping experience in India.
12. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) launched its 5th global Pace Studio in Manila, Philippines, as part of its strategy to
drive digital innovation and co-innovation with customers in the Asia-Pacific region.
13. A bird flu outbreak caused by the H5N1 strain of avian influenza was reported in Pipili town, Puri district, Odisha.
14. Cyclone 'Asna,' forming in the northeastern Arabian Sea, is posing a significant threat to Gujarat, particularly the Kutch
district, with heavy rain and strong winds.
15. Reliance Jio introduced Jio Brain, an advanced AI platform designed to improve operational efficiency, data-driven
decision-making, and customer service.
16. Elon Musk's Starlink company encountered legal challenges in Brazil, where its assets were frozen by the Brazilian
Supreme Court due to an ongoing feud related to Twitter, now rebranded as X.
17. Pakistan has invited India to attend the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation‘s Council of Heads of Government meeting
18. NTPC commissioned a 160 MW solar capacity in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, as part of its Bhainsara solar project.
19. The Delhi government, in response to the city's severe winter air pollution, is collaborating with IIT-Kanpur to explore
the potential of cloud seeding as an emergency measure to induce rain and improve air quality.
20. Preeti Pal, a 24-year-old Paralympian from Uttar Pradesh, secured the bronze medal in the women‘s 100m T35 event at
the 2024 Paralympic Games.
21. The 2024 Asian Champions Trophy, featuring India's Men's Hockey Team, will be held in Hulunbuir, China, from
September 8th to 17th.
22. Typhoon Shanshan made landfall on Japan‘s Kyushu Island on August 29, bringing heavy rain and strong winds
23. Consumer payments and lending company Slice has received approval from the National Company Law Tribunal
(NCLT) for its merger with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB).
24. Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the 19th CII India Africa Business Conclave in New Delhi on 21 August
2024.
25. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has inaugurated a new Maritime Rescue Coordination Centre (MRCC) of the Coast
Guard in Chennai.
26. A landslide damaged six houses and a building of the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC) at the site of
its Teesta-V hydropower station in Sikkim‘s Gangtok district recently.
27. Foxconn's Young Liu highlights gender-neutral hiring practices, and acknowledges the significant role of women,
particularly married women, at its Indian facility during the inauguration of a women-only residential complex in Tamil
Nadu.
28. Jaldapara National Park, located in West Bengal, has reported the unfortunate deaths of five rhino cubs in 2023.
29. YouTube, the video-sharing platform, is enhancing its security by implementing AI-powered chatbots to help users
recover their accounts after hacking incidents.
30. In a significant scientific achievement, four Bengali scientists, under the leadership of Professor Sabyasachi Pal,
discovered 34 new giant radio galaxies.
31. Bengaluru-based Ola Electric has been awarded PLI certification for its S1 X 3 and 4 kWh electric scooters, marking a
significant milestone in the company‘s journey.
32. The UK's Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has concluded investigations into Apple and Google over
potential anticompetitive practices in their app stores but will continue to monitor the companies.
33. The central government has banned 156 cocktail drugs, many of which are commonly available at home.
34. Khutahri village in Bhojpur, Bihar inaugurated its first cow dung gas plant under the state‘s community-run Gobar Gas
Dhan Yojana.
35. Maruti Suzuki offers Electronic Stability Program+ as standard safety feature in Alto K10 and S-Presso
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ECONOMY
RBI IN NEWS
RBI Announces Future Launch of Unified Lending
Interface (ULI)
The Unified Lending Interface (ULI) is a new
technology platform that the Reserve Bank of India
(RBI) plans to introduce across the country. Its main
purpose is to make it easier and faster for people,
especially those in rural areas, to get loans.
Reserve Bank of India launches RBI90Quiz for
undergraduate college students
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced the launch
of the RBI90Quiz for college students at the
undergraduate level.The quiz is a nationwide
competition being held as part of the events to
commemorate 90 years of RBI‘s functioning.
RBI Imposes Penalties on UCO Bank and Cent Bank
Home Finance Ltd
RBI Imposes Penalties on UCO Bank and Cent Bank
Home Finance Ltd The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25) which continues to
levied penalties on two financial entities for regulatory expect India‘s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to
non-compliance. UCO Bank has been fined Rs 2.68 grow at 7.2% in the Financial Year 2024-25(FY25).The
crore for violating provisions related to current account August FY25 meeting was RBI‘s 50th MPC meeting.
openings, deposit interest rates, and fraud classification. Policy Rates:
Meanwhile, Cent Bank Home Finance Ltd faces a Rs 2.1 Category Rate
lakh penalty for failing to adhere to Know Your Policy Repo Rate 6.5%
Customer (KYC) regulations. Fixed Reverse Repo Rate 3.35%
RBI Recognizes FACE as First Self-Regulating Standing Deposit Facility (SDF)Rate 6.25%
Organization in Fintech Sector Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) Rate 6.75%
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced that it has Bank Rate 6.75%
recognised Fintech Association for Consumer Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) 4.50%
Empowerment (FACE) as the 1st Self- Regulating Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR) 18%
Organisation in the Fintech sector (SRO-FT). The RBI raises tax payment limit through UPI from Rs 1
recognition of FACE as an SRO sets a new benchmark lakh to Rs 5 lakh
for self-regulation in India‘s rapidly evolving fintech The RBI has proposed to increase the Unified Payments
industry. Interface (UPI) limit for tax payments from Rs 1 lakh to
RBI Imposes Rs 1.25 Lakh Penalty on Valsad Mahila Rs 5 lakh to help the taxpayers to pay higher tax liability
Nagrik Sahakari Bank for Regulatory Non- quickly.
Compliance In December 2023, the central bank hiked the limit to Rs
RBI Imposes Monetary Penalty Of Rs1.25 lakh on 5 lakh from certain payments, such as hospital and
Valsad Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank The Reserve Bank educational institutions.
of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty of Rs. According to National Payments Corporation of India
1.25 lakh on the Gujarat based Valsad Mahila Nagrik (NPCI), for normal UPI the transaction limit is up to Rs
Sahakari Bank Limited for non-compliance with the 1 Lakh per transaction.
directions issued by the RBI. For few specific categories of transaction in UPI like
RBI Cancels Margdarshak Financial Services‟ Capital Markets, Collections, Insurance, Foreign Inward
Registration Due to High NPAs and Repayment Remittances – the transaction limit is up to 2 lakh and
Defaults for Initial Public Offering (IPO) and Retail Direct
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the Scheme the limit is up to Rs 5 lakh per transaction.
Certificate of Registration (COR) of Margdarshak RBI allows two users to share one bank account for
Financial Services Limited (MFSL) based in Lucknow, UPI payments
Uttar Pradesh. The UPI has a user base of 424 million individuals. In
As of March 31, 2021, MFSL failed to meet regulatory order to further expand the base, the RBI has proposed to
requirements, including maintaining a Net Owned Fund introduce ―Delegated Payments‖ in UPI.
(NOF) of Rs 5 crore and a Capital Adequacy Ratio This feature would allow an individual (primary user) to
(CAR) of 15%. set a UPI transaction limit for another individual
Highlights of RBI‟s 3rd Bi-Monthly MPC Meeting (secondary user) on the primary user‘s bank account.
2024 It could also ease the UPI payments experience for those
The Reserve Bank of India‘s (RBI) Monetary Policy users who may not have a bank account, and could
Committee (MPC) met on August 6 to 8, 2024 and improve access to digital payments in regions where a
released its third Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy of single bank account is shared among family members.
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RBI shortens frequency of bank reports to credit Minister (PM) Narendra Modi‘s goal of achieving 100
information companies GigaWatt (GW) of rooftop solar capacity by 2030.
The RBI has decreased the frequency of reporting credit SBI Projects GDP Growth of 7% in FY25
information of borrowers to Credit Information The State Bank of India (SBI) has projected that India‘s
Companies (CIC) to 15 days from a 30-day period.This real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) will grow by 7%
will be effective from January 1, 2025. year-on-year(YoY) in the Financial year 2024-
Earlier lenders were required to report this information at 2025(FY25), which is 20 basis points(bps) lower than
monthly intervals. the Reserve Bank of India‘s (RBI) forecast of 7.2% amid
Banking Laws Amendment Bill 2024 global headwinds.
Minister of State for Finance Pankaj Chaudhary Government of Nagaland Signed MoU with SBI
introduced the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2024, General Insurance on DRTPS
in the Lok Sabha. The purpose of this Bill is to give  Government of Nagaland has signed a
customers more options and to improve the way banks Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with State
are governed. Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance Company
The Bill allows bank account holders to name up to four Limited for Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric
nominees for their accounts, instead of just one, as is the Insurance Solution (DRTPS) in Kohima, Nagaland.
current rule. With this, Nagaland becomes the 1st state in India
The Bill proposes raising the limit for what counts as a to implement a Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric
‗substantial interest‘ in bank directorships from Rs.5 Insurance Solution (DRTPS).
lakh to Rs.2 crore. This change reflects how the  DRTPS, a parametric multi-year risk transfer
economy has grown over the past sixty years. solution will help in protecting the critical
RBI Update on Rs.2,000 Notes Withdrawal. infrastructure of Nagaland and will mitigate
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has reported that economic losses due to a disaster.
nearly 98% of Rs.2,000 banknotes have been withdrawn
from circulation as of July 31, 2024. The remaining OTHER BANKS IN NEWS
Rs.2,000 notes amount to Rs.7,409 crore. The RBI will BOB‟s BOBCARD Launched High-End Credit Card
cease exchanging Rs.2,000 notes on April 1, 2024, due “ETERNA” on RuPay Network
to Annual Closing of Accounts, but will resume on April  BOBCARD Limited (formerly known as BOB
2, 2024, at designated RBI offices. Financial Solutions Limited), a wholly owned
RBI tightens liquidity norms for mortgage lenders, subsidiary of Bank of Baroda (BOB),has launched
puts them at par with NBFCs its new high-end credit card ‗ETERNA‘ at the
 The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monday said prestigious 5th Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2024
housing finance companies (HFCs) will need to held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
have higher liquid assets to back deposits, and  It is a luxury credit card, developed in partnership
allowed these lenders to issue co-branded credit with the National Payments Corporation of India
cards, in a move to put them at par with their non- (NPCI).
bank financier counterparts. ESAF SFB Launched INORI RuPay Platinum Card
 Earlier, housing finance companies that raise public with Exclusive Benefits
deposits needed to maintain 13% liquid assets  Thrissur (Kerala)-based ESAF Small Finance Bank
against such deposits. This has now been raised to (SFB) has launched INORI RuPay Platinum Credit
15% in tranches. Such lenders will need to raise the Card, a premium financial product to offer
percentage of liquid assets to 14% by 1 January cardholders with exclusive benefits and privileges.
2025, and to 15% in another six months.  The name of the card, ‗inori‘ is derived from
Japanese word for ‗wish‘, which symbolizes the
SBI IN NEWS bank‘s aspiration to meet the desires and
SBI Projects India‟s GDP Growth of 7.0% to 7.1% expectations of its customers.
for Q1 FY 2024-25 Jana Small Finance Bank Honoured with 4 Awards
According to State Bank of India (SBI‘s) Economic at ICC Emerging Asia Banking Conclave & Awards
Research Department (ERD) report- ‗Ecowrap‘, India‘s 2024
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is expected to grow by  Bengaluru (Karnataka) based Jana Small Finance
7.0% to 7.1% in 1st Quarter (Q1: April-June) of Bank (SFB) Limited was honoured with 4 awards:
Financial Year 2024-25(FY 25). Best Small Finance Bank (India), Best Performance
SBI Signed MoU with Jakson Engineers to Promote on Profitability (Runners-up), Best Performance on
Solar Energy Adoption in India Asset Quality, and Best Performance on Risk
India‘s largest Public Sector Bank (PSB), State Bank of Management, at the 2nd ICC Emerging Asia
India (SBI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding Banking Conclave & Awards (2024), organised by
(MoU) with Jakson Engineers Limited to promote solar the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC)
energy adoption across India.  Jammu & Kashmir Bank Limited (J&K Bank), a
This strategic partnership is part of the Surya Shakti Scheduled Commercial Bank (SCB) and one of the
Solar Finance initiative which aims to empower a wide oldest private sector Bank in India, has secured the
range of consumers in commercial, industrial, and ―Best Performance on Profitability‖ award in the
institutional sectors to adopt solar energy solutions. category of Private Sector Bank (Mid-Size)
As per the MoU, SBI will offer loans up to Rs 10 crore  The 2024 conclave brought together regulators,
to commercial and industrial users. banking professionals, etc. from across the Bay of
This collaboration between SBI and Jakson Engineers Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and
will give boost to the deployment of rooftop solar Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) region.
projects in India, which will further support the Prime
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 The theme of 2024 conclave is ―Leading in the  An Identified Farmers will be honoured with a
Digital Paradigm‖. ‗Certificate of Appreciation (CoA)‘ at various
Axis Bank Launches „Neo for Merchants‟ Mobile branches, clusters and zonal levels.
App  Also, they will be offered additional loan products
 On August, 2024, Axis Bank Limited launches under the bank‘s ―Kisan Dost‖ scheme to help them
‗Neo for Merchants‘, a transformative mobile app to enhance their agriculture infrastructure.
which will act as a one stop solution for the IDBI Bank Sells Rs 6,151 Crore Distressed Portfolio
merchant community, in partnership with VISA and to Omkara Asset Reconstruction Company
Mintoak.‗Neo for Merchants‘ is a comprehensive IDBI Bank is selling its Rs 6,151 crore legacy stressed
mobile app designed to enhance the omni-channel asset portfolio to Omkara Asset Reconstruction
payment experience and simplify operations for the Company (ARC) in a move that will help the
merchant community. government fetch an improved valuation for the
BoB Secures Loan Deal of Rs 5,000 Crore With SAIL proposed stake sale in the lender.
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has secured a Rs 5,000 crore loan At inter-se bidding held August 3, 2024, Omkara ARC
deal with Steel Authority of India Limited (SAIL), gave the highest offer of Rs 652 crore, outbidding
offering 7.49% interest rate for a five-year period which government-promoted National Asset Reconstruction
was linked to the 364-day treasury bill. Company Limited (NARCL).
RBI Grants Approval To IndusInd Bank To Set up Axis Bank and Visa Launched the “PRIMUS” Credit
Mutual Fund Asset Management Business Card for India‟s Elite
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) granted approval to  India‘s leading Private Sector Bank (PSBs), Axis
IndusInd Bank Limited to set up a wholly owned Bank Limited in partnership with Visa Inc., the
subsidiary to undertake the asset management business global leader in digital payments has launched
of Mutual Funds(MF).The new Asset Management ―PRIMUS‖, an ultra premium credit card designed
Company (AMC) will handle MF operations and benefit specifically for Ultra-High-Net –Worth (UNHW)
from an equity infusion by the bank. individuals in India.
Bandhan Bank launches Avni Saving Account for  The PRIMUS credit card will be offered by
Women Customer invitation only, to select UNHW customers of Axis
 Kolkata-based Indian Private sector bank Bandhan Bank. It might be seen as an alternative to the
Bank launched an exclusive savings account, Avni, Citibank Ultima credit card.
for women customers on 22 August 2023. The bank Axis Bank Launched “Sparsh Week 2024”;
launched the product on the eve of its 9th Reinforcing its Ethos of “Customer Delight”
foundation day, which is on 23 August.  Axis Bank also launched the 2nd edition of its
 The bank also launched a customer loyalty customer-centric initiative ―Sparsh Week 2024‖,
programme called Bandhan Banks Delight. which commenced from 5th August to 9th August,
Airtel Payments Bank Enhances Security with AI- 2024.
Powered Face Match  Aim: To enhance customer experience by
Airtel Payments Bank has introduced a new security empowering its employees to create memorable
feature called Face Match, leveraging AI to enhance interactions throughout the customer journey.
account protection. This advanced tool uses machine Punjab National Bank (PNB) has launched the PNB
learning algorithms to detect potential threats and ANTAH DRISHTI Braille Debit Card
prompts facial recognition verification when needed.  Punjab National Bank (PNB) has launched the PNB
RBL and Tamilnad Mercantile Bank Join Mid-Tier ANTAH DRISHTI Braille Debit Card,a new debit
Banks in Competitive Race for New Fixed Deposit card specifically designed for visually impaired
Schemes customers.
Several mid-tier banks, including RBL Bank, Bank of  This contactless NCMC (National Common
Maharashtra (BoM), Federal Bank, and Tamilnad Mobility Card) Debit Card is available on the
Mercantile Bank (TMB), have introduced special fixed RuPay network. Visually impaired individuals with
deposit (FD) schemes to increase deposit growth. savings or current accounts in PNB are eligible to
Karnataka Bank Enables GST Payments via UPI obtain this debit card from PNB branch.
Mode  The ATM limit (cash withdrawal) per day is Rs
 Karnataka Bank has started accepting GST 25,000, and the PoS and eCom limits (combined)
payments through UPI mode.All the GST-registered per day are Rs 60,000.
users, including Karnataka Bank customers, can  Contactless transactions are accessible for
make GST payment under this facility. individual transactions up to Rs. 5000/- without a
 Maximum limit permitted under UPI mode is Rs PIN at NFC capable POS Terminals, with a daily
1.00 lakh and there is no upper limit in Internet overall limit of Rs. 5000.
Banking facility for GST payments. Pine Labs-owned Setu Launches UPISetu in
J&K Bank Launched “Kisan Ka Samman” to Partnership with Axis Bank
Empower the Farmers of J&K Setu, a Pine Labs-owned API infrastructure provider, has
 Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) Bank launched a launched UPISetu in collaboration with Axis Bank. This
program titled ‖Kisan Ka Samman‖ to empower the new platform focuses on Unified Payments Interface
farmers of J&K who exhibited exceptional financial (UPI) solutions, catering to businesses and developers
discipline and promptness in their dealings with with a variety of UPI products and advanced
bank. The program will run till 30th September, functionalities.
2024.
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ECONOMY & BUSINESS  There are 43 Regional Rural Banks in the country,
IndiaFirst Life Becomes First Indian Life Insurer To sponsored by 12 commercial banks operating in 26
Start Operations in GIFT City states and 3 Union Territories
IndiaFirst Life Insurance Company Limited (IndiaFirst NPCI Launched “UPI Circle” for Secure Delegated
Life) has become the first Indian life insurer to start Payments with Trusted Users
operations in Gujarat International Finance Tec City  The National Payments Corporation of India
(GIFT City), Gandhinagar, Gujarat. (NPCI) has launched a new ―UPI Circle‖ feature on
Tata AIA Life Launches „Sampoorna Raksha its Unified Payments Interface (UPI) platform. This
Promise‟ new feature will enable the primary UPI account
 Tata AIA Life Insurance has recently unveiled its holders to securely delegate payment
latest offering in the term insurance segment – responsibilities to trusted secondary users.
Sampoorna Raksha Promise. This innovative  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced the
product is designed to provide enhanced financial feature during the Monetary Policy Committee
security to policyholders and their families, (MPC) meeting held in August 2024.
addressing various aspects of life insurance needs.  It is a delegated payment feature that will enable a
 Instant Payout: Rs.3 lakh immediate payout upon primary UPI user to link with trusted secondary
death claim to cover urgent expenses. users by granting them partial or complete access to
 Premium Deferral: Option to postpone premium their account for making payments.
payments for up to 12 months once every five  A primary user can delegate maximum 5 secondary
years. users and a secondary user can accept delegation
Mynd IFSC launches M1NXT in GIFT City for from only one primary user.
Global Trade Finance NOTE
Mynd IFSC Private Limited, a subsidiary of Mynd  Primary user – Account holder who starts the circle
Solutions Private Limited, has secured approval from the and controls the delegation.
International Financial Services Centres  Secondary user – A trusted individual who has been
Authority(IFSCA) to launch its ITFS (International granted partial or complete access to account for
Trade Financing Services) platform ‗M1NXT‘at making payments.
International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) at GIFT UPI Circle enables 2 types of delegation:
(Gujarat International Finance Tec) City, Gandhinagar in • Full Delegation: The primary users authorizes
Gujarat. secondary user to start and complete transactions
LIC Housing Launches „Griha Rakshak‟ Home Loan within predefined spending limits for which they
Scheme For Armed Forces are not required to seek further approval.
 Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) Housing • Partial Delegation: The secondary user can start
Finance Limited (LIC HFL) has launched ‗Griha transactions, but the primary user must authorise
Rakshak‘, a special home loan scheme dedicated for and complete the payment using their UPI Personal
the Indian armed forces. Identification Number (PIN).
 The eligible candidates with a Credit Information  For full delegation, members shall ensure a
Bureau India Limited (CIBIL) score of 750 or maximum monthly limit of Rs 15,000 per
above can apply for home loans under the Griha delegation and maximum transaction limit of Rs
Rakshak scheme, which offers up to Rs 2 crore in 5,000.The existing UPI limits will be applicable in
loans at an affordable 8.4% annual interest rate. case of partial delegation.
Nippon AMC Mutual Fund Introduces Nifty 500 Reserve Bank of India Approves Tata Capital‟s
Equal Weight Index Fund Transition to an NBFC Investment Credit Company
Nippon Life India Asset Management launched the Nifty  The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved Tata
500 Equal Weight Index Fund, a unique open-ended Capital Limited‘s (TCL) conversion from a Non-
scheme tracking the Nifty 500 Equal Weight Index.The Banking Finance Company (NBFC)–Core
fund invests 20% across all 500 stocks in the Nifty 500 Investment Company (CIC) to an NBFC–
Equal Weight Index, providing a diversified portfolio Investment Credit Company (ICC).
across large-cap, mid-cap, and small-cap companies.  Tata Capital Limited has merged Tata Cleantech
Nirmala Sitharaman Reviews performance of 5 states Capital and Tata Capital Financial Services (TCFS)
RRB in Udaipur with itself, consolidating its operations under the
 A meeting of the Regional Rural Bank (RRB) new NBFC–ICC structure.
operating in 5 states was held in Udaipur, Rural-focused Fintech Startup Jai Kisan Secured
Rajasthan, on 22 August 2024. The meeting, which NBFC Licence to focus on loan distribution and co-
reviewed the performance of these regional rural lending
banks, was chaired by the Union Finance and Mumbai (Maharashtra)-based rural-focused fintech
Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and startup Jai Kisan secured a Non-Banking Finance
attended by other senior officials. Company (NBFC) licence from the Reserve Bank of
 The Udaipur meeting reviewed the performance of India (RBI), following its acquisition of a majority stake
nine regional rural banks operating in Madhya in supply chain financing company, Kushal Finnovation
Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Rajasthan, Gujarat, and Capital Private Limited(KFCPL), Bangalore(Karnataka)
Maharashtra. NSE hikes ceiling amount payable out of Investor
 Regional Rural Banks (RRB) were established in Protection Fund Trust
India in 1975, following the recommendation of the  The National Stock Exchange (NSE) said the
Working Group on Rural Banks, headed by M . ceiling amount payable out of its Investor
Narasimham, to provide banking facilities and Protection Fund Trust has been increased to Rs 35
cheap credit to people in rural areas. lakh. This limit will be applicable for claims
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received against the trading members, who have HSBC Mutual Fund has introduced the ―Apne
been declared defaulter or have been expelled. #SIPKoDoPromotion‖ ,a unique digital campaign to
 As per the exchange byelaws, the Investor raise awareness and educate investors about the
Protection Fund Trust (IPF) has increased the Systematic Investment Plans (SIPs) Top-Up feature and
maximum permissible limit against a single claim its benefits for long-term wealth building.
to Rs 35 lakh per investor per claim from the Aditya Birla Group Launched Rs 5000 Crore
current Rs 25 lakh. Jewellery Business Brand “Indriya”
PSU Banks' Fraud Compensation Surges More Than Aditya Birla Group entered into branded jewellery
Threefold to Rs 140 Crore business with an investment of Rs 5,000 crore with
 Public sector banks' compensation for frauds and launch of its brand name ―Indriya‖ which will operate
electronic frauds increased over three-fold to Rs under the Novel Jewels Limited.
140 crore in FY 2023-24, compared to Rs 42.70 Ransomware Attack Disrupts Bank Operations
crore in the previous fiscal year. Recently, a ransomware attack severely disrupted the
 DBS Bank India Launches 'DBS Golden Circle', a operations of at least 150-200 cooperative banks and
Premium Banking Program for Senior Citizens Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) in India.
 DBS Bank India has announced the launch of ‗DBS The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has
Golden Circle‘, a comprehensive priority banking identified the attack, which has primarily affected banks
program meticulously designed to cater to the serviced by C-Edge Technologies Ltd., a joint venture
unique needs of senior citizens. between Tata Consultancy Services Ltd. (TCS) and State
 Senior citizens can earn up to 7% per annum on Bank of India (SBI).
savings account balances between INR 4 lakhs and Reserve Bank of India Revokes Licences of 78 Urban
INR 5 lakhs. Cooperative Banks Since 2014, Maharashtra Leads
Unified Payments Interface Merchant Transactions in Numbers
in Nepal Exceed 100,000 Milestone The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has cancelled the
 NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL), the licences of 78 Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) since
international arm of National Payments Corporation 2014.Maharashtra has the highest number of
of India (NPCI), is pleased to announce a landmark cancellations, with 36 UCBs losing their licences.
achievement of surpassing 100,000 cross-border State-wise Distribution:Maharashtra: 36 UCBs, Uttar
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) Person-to- Pradesh: 14 UCBs, Karnataka: 8 UCBs
Merchant (P2M) transactions in Nepal. PNB MetLife Launches Bharat Manufacturing Fund
 NIPL collaborated with Fonepay, Nepal's largest in ULIP Segment
payment network, to introduce cross-border P2M PNB MetLife India Insurance Company Limited has
UPI acceptance in March 2024. launched Bharat Manufacturing Fund, offering
 UPI is currently accepted in Bhutan, France (Eiffel policyholders an opportunity to invest in India‘s
Tower - Online, Galeries Lafayette), Mauritius, manufacturing sector.
Nepal, Singapore, Sri Lanka, and UAE. The fund is part of the company‘s Unit Linked Insurance
Mirae Asset Investment Managers (India) Launches Plan (ULIP) and will be available at an initial unit price
India‟s 1st Multicap ETF “Mirae Asset Nifty500 of Rs 10 during the New Fund Launch period from
Multicap 50:25:25 ETF” August 1 to August 15, 2024.
Mirae Asset Investment Managers (India) Private ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund Launches Nifty Metal
Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mirae Asset ETF to Track Nifty Metal Index Performance
Global Investments (India) Private Limited (MAGI ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund has announced the launch
India), launched India‘s 1st Multicap Exchange Traded of the ICICI Prudential Nifty Metal ETF, designed to
Fund (ETF), named the ‗Mirae Asset Nifty500 Multicap track the performance of the Nifty Metal Index.
50:25:25 ETF, an open-ended scheme The new fund offer (NFO) provides investors with an
replicating/tracking the Nifty500 Multicap 50:25:25 opportunity to gain exposure to a diverse range of
Total Return Index (TRI). companies in the metal sector.
LIC launched 4 Term Insurance Products for Youth Vodafone Idea clears Rs 1,500 crore DoT bill
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) launched four Vodafone Idea has paid dues worth Rs 1,500 crore,
new products for the youth of India, including LIC‘s comprising revenue share licence fee and spectrum
Yuva Term/Digi Term, and LIC‘s Yuva Credit Life/Digi usage charges, to the Department of
Credit Life, which are available offline and online for Telecommunications (DoT).
sale from August 6, 2024. Total Payment: Rs.1,500 crore paid to the Department of
SEBI launches SEVA Chatbot for Investors Telecommunications (DoT).
 The capital market regulator, the Securities and
Exchange Board of India (SEBI), has introduced Ratting
SEBI‘s Virtual Assistant (SEVA) chatbot to help Goldman Sachs Lowers India‟s GDP Forecast for
investors of the securities market. 2024 and 2025
 The SEVA Chatbot is an artificial intelligence- Goldman Sachs Group Inc. has revised its GDP growth
enabled chatbot that will answer certain investors' forecasts for India, lowering the projections by 20 basis
questions. points (bps) for both Calendar Year 2024 (CY24) and
 The SEVA chatbots will enable users to ask Calendar Year 2025 (CY25).
questions about the securities market and SEBI‘s Revised GDP Growth Estimates:CY24: 6.7%, CY25:
complaint redressal platform (SCORES). 6.4%
HSBC Mutual Fund Unveils Apne
#SIPKoDoPromotion
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Mou, merger and tie up This strategic partnership allows CSFB‘s 177 branches
HDFC Bank Teams Up with Zeta for UPI Credit to offer Edelweiss Life‘s insurance products, enhancing
Line CSFB‘s financial solutions and expanding Edelweiss
 HDFC Bank partnered with Zeta to enhance its Life‘s reach.
Credit Line on UPI (CLOU) offerings. Thomas Cook India Partners with NPCI To Launch
 Zeta‘s Digital Credit as a Service (DCaaS) solution RuPay Forex Card For UAE
will enable HDFC Bank to launch innovative credit Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Thomas Cook (India)
products under the NPCI‘s CLOU scheme. Limited (TCIL) has partnered with the National
Yes Bank and Newtap Finance Partner with CRED Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch RuPay
for Personalized Financing Solutions AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham) Forex Card, first
Yes Bank has entered a co-lending partnership with RuPay Prepaid Forex Card for Indian travellers visiting
Newtap Finance Private Limited to offer personalized the United Arab Emirates (UAE).The card, powered by
financing through the CRED platform. Dreamplug NPCI‘s technology partner CARD91.
Technologies Private Limited (DTPL), operator of Carlyle Group Sells 12.8% Stake in PNB Housing
CRED, will act as the Lending Service Provider (LSP) Finance for Rs 2,578 Crore
for both Yes Bank and Newtap Finance. The United States of America (USA)-based global
TPSSL Collaborates with ICICI Bank for Solar investment firm Carlyle Group Inc. through its affiliate
Loans Quality Investment Holdings PCC, sold a 3,32,60,000
 Tata Power Solar Systems Limited (TPSSL), a shares, amounting to 12.8% stake in the PNB Housing
leading solar company in India, has partnered with Finance Limited, a subsidiary of Punjab National Bank
ICICI Bank Limited, India‘s leading Private Sector (PNB), for Rs 2,578.09 crore through open market
Bank (PSB), to offer financial solutions for the transactions.
purchase of solar panels/units for residential and India and WHO Sign Landmark Agreement for
corporate customers. Global Traditional Medicine Centre.
 Under this collaboration, ICICI Bank will provide A momentous event took place at the World Health
loans up to Rs 90 lakh with collateral-free options Organization (WHO) Headquarters in Geneva. The
and tenure of up to 5 years, for the purchase of solar Ministry of Ayush, Government of India, and the World
panels from TPSSL. Health Organization signed a crucial Donor Agreement.
Piramal Finance & Central Bank of India Partners to This agreement outlines the financial terms for
Form Strategic Co-Lending Partnership implementing the activities of the WHO Global
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Piramal Capital and Traditional Medicine Centre (GTMC) in Jamnagar,
Housing Finance Limited (PCHFL) (Piramal Finance), a Gujarat, India.
wholly owned subsidiary of Piramal Enterprises Limited Bharti Global to Acquire 24.5% Stake in BT Group.
(PEL), have announced a strategic partnership with the Bharti Global, the international investment arm of Bharti
Central Bank of India (CBI) to expand their co-lending Enterprises, is set to acquire a 24.5% stake in the British
business. telecom giant BT Group plc for approximately $4
ABFL Partners with AU Small Finance Bank to billion. The shares will be purchased through Bharti
Launch Co-branded Credit Card Televentures UK Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of
Aditya Birla Finance Limited (ABFL), a wholly-owned Bharti Global.
subsidiary of Aditya Birla Capital Limited (ABCL), and
AU Small Finance Bank (SFB) Limited , India‘s largest Fund allocation
SFB, has partnered to launch Aditya Birla Finance AU REC Limited to finance Rs 45,000 crore for JNPA
credit cards, a new range of co-branded credit cards infrastructure projects
Zomato Acquires Paytm‟s Entertainment Ticketing Rural Electrification Corporation Limited(REC), a
Business Maharatna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the
In a recent development, Zomato has approved the Ministry of Power, has signed a Memorandum of
acquisition of Paytm‘s entertainment and ticketing Understanding (MoU) with the Jawaharlal Nehru Port
business for Rs.2,048 crore in a cash deal Authority (JNPA) to fund up to Rs 45,000 crore for
Kotak Bank Announces the Amalgamation of Sonata various upcoming projects, including the development of
Finance and BSS Microfinance Vadhavan Port in Maharashtra.
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Kotak Mahindra Bank Centre Secures USD 500 Million Loan Package from
Limited(KMBL) has announced the Amalgamation of Asian Development Bank for Health Infrastructure
Sonata Finance Private Limited(SFPL),Lucknow(Uttar in Maharashtra
Pradesh, UP) and BSS Microfinance India has signed a USD 500 million loan package with
Limited(BML),Bengaluru(Karnataka), both its wholly the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for the
owned subsidiaries. Maharashtra Tertiary Care and Medical Education Sector
AFLI Partners With PhonePe To Increase Life Development Program.
Insurance Penetration in India WB Issues World‟s 1st Carbon Removal Bond of
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Ageas Federal Life USD 225 Million to Fund Amazon Reforestation
Insurance Company Limited (AFLI), one of India‘s  International Bank for Reconstruction and
leading private life insurers has partnered with PhonePe, Development (IBRD), the lending arm of the World
an Indian digital payment platform to provide instant Bank, issued the USD 225 million, principal-
term insurance to its vast customer base. protected Amazon Reforestation-Linked Outcome
Capital Small Finance Bank and Edelweiss Life Bond.
Partner for Bancassurance  The 9 year bond was priced on 13th August 2024
Capital Small Finance Bank (CSFB) and Edelweiss Life and is set to mature on 31st July 2033.
Insurance have joined forces in a bancassurance tie-up.
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PFC Secures JPY 25.5 Billion Loan for Wind Project Japan Bank for International Cooperation (JBIC) to
of OKPPL finance the 300.3 Mega Watt (MW) Wind Energy
The Power Finance Corporation Limited(PFC), Ministry Project of Ostro Kannada Power Private Ltd (OKPPL) in
of Power(MoP) has secured a long-term loan of 25.5 Chitradurga, Karnataka.
billion Japanese Yen(JPY)(~Rs 1454 crore) from the
COMMITTEE & ITS HEAD

MHA Constituted 5 member Committee to Monitor RBI Constituted 10 member Expert Committee to
India-Bangladesh Border Benchmark its Statistics with Global Standards
Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has constituted 5-  Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has constituted a 10
member committee headed by Ravi Gandhi, Additional member expert committee chaired by Dr. Michael
Director General (ADG), Border Security Force (BSF) Debabrata Patra, Deputy Governor of RBI, to
and Eastern Command of the Indian Army(IA) to benchmark its regularly disseminated statistics
monitor the current situation on Indo-Bangladesh Border against global standards and best practices.
(IBB).  The expert committee will submit its report by the
India and Bangladesh share 4,096 kilometer (km) long end of November 2024.
land border, of which 1880 km share with northeastern
states of Assam, Tripura, Meghalaya and Mizoram.
STATE & UT IN NEWS

Odisha CM Majhi Launches Subhadra Scheme India, since the inception of the Lakhpati Didi
 The Subhadra scheme, introduced by Chief Yoajna in 2023, one crore women have already
Minister Mohan Majhi, will provide Rs.50,000 to been made Lakhpati Didis.
one crore women over the next five years, with a  Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced the
total budget of Rs.55,825 crore. Lakhpati Didi scheme in his address to the nation
 Disbursement: Funds will be distributed in annual on 15 August 2023 from Red Fort.
installments of Rs.10,000, split into two payments  Self-Help Group (SHG) members with household
of Rs.5,000 each, on Rakhi Purnima and incomes of Rs one lakh or more per year are
International Women‘s Day. considered Lakhpati Didi.
 Implementation Period: The scheme will run from Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh to Develop „Shri
the financial year 2024-25 to 2028-29. Krishna Gaman Path‟
 Payment Method: Transfers will be made directly to In a significant move to boost religious tourism and
Aadhaar-enabled bank accounts using the Aadhaar cultural heritage, the Chief Ministers of Rajasthan and
Payment Bridge System (APBS). Beneficiaries will Madhya Pradesh have announced plans to develop a new
also receive a Subhadra debit card. religious circuit called the ‗Shri Krishna Gaman Path‘.
 Incentives: Rs.500 will be awarded to the top 100 This initiative aims to connect the birthplace of Lord
beneficiaries with the highest digital transactions in Krishna in Mathura with the sacred city of Ujjain in
each gram panchayat and urban local body. Madhya Pradesh, tracing the footsteps of one of
 Eligibility: Excludes women from economically Hinduism‘s most revered deities.
privileged backgrounds, government employees, MHA Announces Creation of 5 New Districts in
and income tax payees to ensure targeted assistance. Ladakh
PM Modi Participate in Lakhpati Didi Sammelan in  The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), announced
Jalgaon, Maharashtra the creation of 5 new districts in the Union
 Prime Minister Narendra Modi will visit Territory (UT) of Ladakh, namely, Zanskar, Drass,
Maharashtra and Rajasthan on 25 August 2024 to Sham, Nubra, and Changthang. With the formation
participate in the Lakhpati Didi Sammelan in of the new districts, Ladakh‘s total number of
Jalgaon, Maharashtra, and the closing ceremony of districts has increased to 7.
the celebration of the 75th anniversary of the  Currently, Ladakh has only 2 districts, Leh and
foundation of the Rajasthan High Court in Jodhpur. Kargil, both managed by its autonomous district
 During his visit to Jalagaon, Prime Minister Modi council.
will participate in the Lakhpati Didi Sammelan,  On 9th August 2019, the Parliament bifurcated the
distribute certificates, and facilitate the 11 lakh new State of J&K into 2 UTs by passing the Jammu and
Lakhpati Didis. According to the Government of
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Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.Ladakh became  The Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for
a UT on 31st October 2019. Education (KITE) has introduced KITE GNU Linux
PM addressed Platinum Jubilee Celebrations of the 22.04, a new free operating system designed
Rajasthan High Court specifically for public schools in Kerala. This
PM Narendra Modi addressed the concluding ceremony initiative aims to boost digital education across
of the Platinum Jubilee (75 years) of the Rajasthan High about 300,000 computers in the state‘s schools.
Court in Jodhpur, Rajasthan. He was invited at the  KITE GNU Linux 22.04 is a customized version of
ceremony as a Chief Guest. Ubuntu, tailored for educational use. It uses the
Himachal Pradesh Raises Minimum Marriage Age Wayland system, which provides better
for Women to 21 performance than the older xorg window system
 The Himachal Pradesh Assembly passed a new law that most school computers currently use.
called the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Maharashtra Launches First Solar Village
Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2024. This law raises the  Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde has
minimum age for women to get married from 18 to launched the Solar Village Scheme. This program
21 years. aims to power 100 villages with 100% solar energy.
 It updates the Prohibition of Child Marriage (PCM)  Manyachiwadi in Satara district is the first village
Act of 2006 to better address issues related to early to benefit from this scheme, making it the first fully
marriage. solar-powered village in the state.
NGT Imposes Rs.1,000 Crore Fine on Punjab Karnataka Leads Nation with 5,765 Public EV
Government Charging Stations
 The National Green Tribunal  Karnataka is leading India in the number of public
(NGT) has fined the Punjab electric vehicle (EV) charging stations, with a total
government a huge amount—Rs of 5,765 stations, according to the Bureau of Energy
1,000 crore. This fine was imposed Efficiency (BEE).
because the state has repeatedly failed  After Karnataka, Maharashtra has 3,728 EV
to manage its solid and liquid waste charging stations, Uttar Pradesh has 1,989, and
properly, despite many warnings and Delhi has 1,941.
legal obligations. Odisha
 The NGT‘s decision is based becomes
on two main legal the 3rd
frameworks: the Solid state to
Waste Management implement a
Rules of 2016 and the one-day
Environment menstrual leave
(Protection) Act of policy for women
1986. These laws in both public and
require strict private sectors
management of waste,  The Odisha government
which Punjab has failed to do. has introduced a one-day menstrual
Himachal Govt to allocate Rs 53 cr leave policy for working women in both
for „Mukhya Mantri Sukh Shiksha the public and private sectors.The
Yojana‟ announcement was
The Himachal Pradesh government has made by Deputy
introduced the ‗Mukhya Mantri Sukh Chief Minister
Shiksha Yojana.‘ This scheme allocates Pravati Parida
Rs 53.21 crore every year to help during
vulnerable families. The main Independence Day
focus is on supporting widows, celebrations on
destitute women, divorced women, August 15,
and parents with disabilities. 2024, in
Eligible families will receive a monthly grant of Cuttack.
Rs 1,000 for each child under 18 years.  The one-day menstrual leave policy will be
Mukhyamantri Bal Paushtik Aahar Yojana: effective immediately for women employees
Himachal CM Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu Launched eligible to take leave from work on the first or
Nutritional Scheme for School Children second day of their menstrual cycle.
 Himachal Pradesh(HP) Chief Minister(CM)  Odisha is the 3rd state after Kerala and Bihar to
Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu launched the bring in a menstrual leave policy for working
Mukhyamantri Bal Paushtik Aahar women amid a nationwide demand for such a paid
Yojana(MBPAY) to provide nutritious food to leave for students and working women.
children in government-run schools. Election for Haryana, Jammu & Kashmir Assembly
 The scheme was launched during an event held in announced by ECI
Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh(HP).Under the  The Chief Election Commissioner, Rajiv Kumar,
scheme, school children will be provided boiled announced the schedule for the election to
eggs or fruits once a week. constitute a new legislative assembly in Haryana
Kerala Launches KITE GNU Linux 22.04 For and in the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir
Schools in New Delhi on 16 August 2024.
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 While the election in Jammu and Kashmir will be Mangaluru District Jail Opens Nursery Run By
held in three phases due to the security situation, the Inmates Under Green Rehabilitation Initiative
election in Haryana will take place in a single phase Mangaluru district jail started a nursery program where
on 1 October. prisoners grow ornamental plants like croton, hibiscus,
 Both Jammu and Kashmir and Haryana have a 90- jasmine, and royal farm plants. The program, led by
member Legislative Assembly. Superintendent B T Oblesappa, involves 30 inmates and
Dr. Virendra Kumar inaugurates the 17th Divya aims to rehabilitate them by teaching valuable
Kala Mela in Raipur agricultural skills.
Dr Virendra Kumar, Minister for Social Justice and South India‟s first adivasi library „Kaanu‟ opens in
Empowerment, Government of India, inaugurated the Karnataka's Chamarajanagar
17th Divya Kala Mela in Raipur, the capital of South India‘s first adivasi library, ‗Kaanu‘, will be
Chhattisgarh, on 17 August 2024. Chhattisgarh Chief inaugurated at BR Hills in Chamarajanagar
Minister Vishnu Deo Sai was also present on the district.‗Kaanu‘ means evergreen forest in Soliga
occasion. language. It will be the first South Indian Adivasi
UP announces Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Knowledge Centre.
Yojana‟ on the 78th I-Day Rajasyhan has launched the Ayushman Jeevan
 Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath Raksha Yojana to encourage quick help for road
announced the ‗Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas accident victims
Abhiyan Yojana‘ to boost employment Rajasthan launched the Ayushman Jeevan Raksha
opportunities for the state's youth. The yojana was Yojana to encourage quick help for road accident
announced on 15 August 2024, on the occasion of victims. Under this scheme, people who take accident
the 78th Independence Day celebration in the state victims to hospitals quickly will receive Rs 10,000 and a
capital, Lucknow. citation.
 Under the Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Recently, the government of Uttar Pradesh has
Abhiyan Yojana, the state government will provide inaugurated the state's first semiconductor park in
financial support to the state's young entrepreneurs. Noida
 Under the Yojana, the state government has set a Uttar Pradesh's first semiconductor park was inaugurated
target of establishing 10 lakh new MSMEs (Micro, at Noida International Airport. Three companies have
Small, and Medium Enterprises) in the state. been approved to set up semiconductor units on 275
Maharashtra govt launches „Majhi Ladki Bahin acres of land in the park. This project aims to create
Yojana‟ to provide Rs 1500 monthly aid around 13,780 jobs.
 The Maharashtra government has rolled out the Bihar Police introduced the "Safe Travel Facility"
‗Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana,‘ a new initiative for women
focused on providing financial aid to women across Bihar Police launched the "Safe Travel Facility" on
the state. This key program is set to offer a monthly September 15 to improve safety for women. This 24/7
stipend of Rs 1,500 to over one crore women. service is initially available in six districts. Women can
 The Mukhyamantri Ladki Bahin scheme will call Dial 112 for secure transportation, with police
provide Rs.1,500 per month to eligible women aged monitoring their journey. The initiative aims to enhance
21 to 65 years who come from low-income families women's safety and aligns with national efforts to protect
(those earning less than Rs.2.5 lakh per year). The and empower women, especially during the festive
scheme is inspired by the successful ‗Ladli Behna season.
Yojana‘ from Madhya Pradesh. Homestays in Himachal Pradesh to Now Pay Bill for
Petroglyphs & Geoglyphs: Maharashtra Declares Using Water
Rock Arts in Ratnagiri as „Protected Monuments‟ The Himachal Pradesh government has announced a new
The Maharashtra Government has declared Petroglyphs policy requiring rural residents to pay water bills. Under
and Geoglyphs (rock arts) in Ratnagiri as ‗Protected this scheme, villagers will now need to pay a monthly
Monuments‘ under the Maharashtra Ancient Monuments water bill of Rs 100.
and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 1960. Additionally, the government introduced different water
MP goes digital, becomes 1st state to notify rules for billing rules for homestays in rural and urban areas.
serving summons & warrants online Puducherry Education Dept Starts Music Scheme In
 Madhya Pradesh has achieved a significant Government Schools
milestone by becoming the first state in India to The Isai Kudil scheme was launched in Puducherry to
formalize rules allowing the digital issuance of enhance music and dance education in government
summons and warrants. schools. Supported by Bharathiar University, this
 This pioneering initiative permits the use of initiative includes purchasing 50 musical instruments
electronic methods such as email, messaging apps and setting up a musical hut at Chinnatha Government
like WhatsApp and text messages in its judicial Girls Higher Secondary School.
processes. The scheme offers music classes twice a week for two
Karnataka has launched a unique project to educate hours, with tailored syllabi for different class levels.
students about the cultivation of rice Mizoram Govt Officials To Visit Nilgiris To Study
A Kannada Medium school in Sullia, Karnataka, is using Co-operative Farming Model
a paddy field on its campus as part of its educational The Nilgiris district in Tamil Nadu is known for its
approach. This project gives students hands-on agricultural produce, with the Nilgiris Cooperative Sales
experience in food cultivation. The school, with over 500 Society aiding farmers in selling their vegetables
students and operating since 1973, has dedicated a 3,500 directly. Mizoram's government is emulating this model
square-meter field for this initiative. by setting up a committee to stabilize markets for key
products. A team from Mizoram visited Tamil Nadu to
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study the success of the Nilgiris Co-operative Marketing (New Line)

Society. Junagarh- Kalahandi
Bihar CM Nitish Kumar Inaugurates Sports 116.21 Odisha
Nabrangpur &Nabrangpur
University in Rajgir on National Sports Day Badampahar – Keonjhar &
Chief Minister Nitish Kumar inaugurated a sports 82.06 Odisha
Kandujhargarh Mayurbhanj
academy, sports complex, and sports university in Bangriposi –
Rajgir, Bihar, on National Sports Day, marking a major 85.60 Mayurbhanj Odisha
Gorumahisani
milestone in the state‘s commitment to sports Malkangiri, Odisha,
development. Malkangiri –
East AP &
Chhattisgarh Government to Establish Fourth Tiger Pandurangapur
173.61 Godavari Telangan
Reserve in the State am (via
&Bhadradri a
 The Chhattisgarh government announced that it Bhadrachalam)
Kothagudem
would establish a new tiger reserve and named it East
Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve.It is Jharkhand
Buramara – Singhbhum,
located in the northern part of Chhattisgarh, 59.96 , WB &
Chakulia Jhargram &
bordering Madhya Pradesh and Jharkhand. Odisha
Mayurbanj
 This will be the 4th Tiger Reserve in Gujarat CM Inaugurates IACC‟s First MSME
Chhattisgarh.The existing tiger reserves in the state Centre of Excellence in India
are: Indravati (Bijapur district), Udanti-Sitanadi Bhupendra Patel, Chief Minister (CM) of Gujarat,
(Gariaband district) and Achanakmar (Mungeli inaugurated Indo-American Chamber of Commerce
district) (IACC)‘s first ever ―IACC-MSME (Micro, Small and
Assam CM Himanta Sarma Launches Mukhya Medium Enterprises) Centre of Excellence (CoE)‖ for at
Mantrir Nijut Moina Asoni Scheme to Fight against the KCG auditorium, i-HUB campus in Ahmedabad,
Child Marriage Gujarat.
 Assam Chief Minister (CM) Himanta Biswa Sarma Maharashtra Approves Prisons and Correctional
launched the Mukhya Mantrir Nijut Moina Asoni Services Bill
(MMNMA), a monthly financial assistance scheme, The Maharashtra State government introduced the
aimed at combating child marriage in Assam by Maharashtra Prisons and Correctional Services Bill on
2026, during a program at Lok Sewa Bhawan in July 12, 2024, during the monsoon session of the
Guwahati, Assam. Legislative Assembly. Although the Bill was not passed,
 The scheme is expected to cost the exchequer it has been authorized by the State Cabinet for enactment
around Rs.300 crore in the first year and Rs.1500 as an Ordinance. This means that it will become law
crore over 5 years. temporarily while awaiting approval from the Central
 Each eligible female students enrolled in class 11th Government and the President.
will receive an incentive of Rs 1000 per month till Government Declares New Peacock Sanctuaries in
they complete their Class 12 board exams. Karnataka, Kerala
 Eligible students enrolled in graduation (1st year) Recently, Union Minister for Environment, Forest, and
will receive an incentive of Rs 1,250 per month for Climate Change, Mr. Bhupender Yadav, announced the
the next three to four years till they complete their creation of two new Peacock Sanctuaries in India:
graduation. Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka and Choolannuar in
 Eligible students enrolled in PG (1st year) or Kerala.
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.) degree programs will Haryana Becomes First State to Procure All Crops at
receive an incentive of Rs 2,500 per month till they MSP
complete their courses. Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced
Cabinet approves 8 New Line Projects across Indian that the state would buy all crops at the Minimum
Railways Support Price (MSP), making Haryana the first state in
 The Union Cabinet has approved eight railway India to do this on such a wide scale.
projects of Ministry of Railways with a total cost of Goa Assembly Bill Introduced for Scheduled Tribe
Rs 24,657 crore under the PM-Gati Shakti National Reservation
Master Plan. These projects will enhance  Union government introduced a Bill in the Lok
connectivity and mobility, and expand the railway Sabha to reserve seats for Scheduled Tribes (STs) in
network by 900 km. the Goa Legislative Assembly, where currently no
 The 8 projects spans across 14 districts in 7 states: seats are allocated for them.
Odisha, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh (AP),  The Bill is called the ―Readjustment of
Jharkhand, Bihar, Telangana, and West Bengal Representation of Scheduled Tribes in Assembly
(WB). Constituencies of the State of Goa Bill, 2024,‖ and
 With this project, 64 new stations will be was presented by Law Minister Arjun Ram
constructed, to provide connectivity to 6 Meghwal.
Aspirational Districts: East Singhbum, Jharkhand Launches Awareness Drive for Women‟s
BhadadriKothagudem, Malkangiri, Kalahandi, Welfare Scheme
Nabarangpur, Rayagada.  To promote the Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiya
Project in Odisha Samman Yojana, four awareness chariots have been
Length launched.
Railway Line covered
of Line Districts  The Jharkhand Mukhyamantri Maiya Samman
route States
(km) Yojana provides financial support to women aged
Gunupur- 21 to 50 who are not eligible for existing pension
73.62 Rayagada Odisha
Therubali
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programs. The initiative offers a monthly grant of forced conversions. The punishment for marrying a
Rs 1000 to help with health, hygiene, and nutrition. woman by deceiving her or converting her religion was
CJI DY Chandrachud Launched e-DHCR Portal for 10 years with a fine of Rs.50,000. The new Bill now
Reporting Judgments of Delhi High Court enhances punishment to life imprisonment
 Chief Justice of India (CJI) Dr. Dhananjaya MP: 1st State to provide cash to girls student to buy
Yeshwant (DY) Chandrachud launched the e- sanitary napkins
DHCR portal, a new platform dedicated to  The Dr Mohan Yadav government in Madhya
reportable judgments from the Delhi High Court. Pradesh has become the first state government in
 The CJI also inaugurated the Shaurya Foundation India to provide cash to adolescent girls to buy
Trust Café and Sagar Express in the High Court, sanitary napkins. The cash is being provided under
managed by individuals with neurodiversity. the state government's Sanitation and Hygiene
Jharkhand CM Hemant Soren Launches „Upasthiti scheme.
Portal‟ To Ensure Healthcare Attendance  School girls from class seventh to twelfth are
Hemant Soren, the Chief Minister (CM) of Jharkhand, eligible for these cash benefits.
launched ‗Upasthiti (attendance) Portal‘, to ensure daily  They will get Rs three hundred for one year.
attendance of doctors, para-medical staff and other  The government has transferred more than 57 crore
employees under the health department. 18 lakh rupees to more than 19 lakh beneficiary girl
Gujarat Unveils GRIT: A New Era in State-Level students.
Policy Planning HP Launches HIM-UNNATI Scheme to Promote
 In a significant move towards enhancing Gujarat‘s Natural Farming
development trajectory, Chief Minister Bhupendra  The Himachal Pradesh (HP) Government has
Patel has announced the creation of the Gujarat launched a new initiative, ‗HIM-UNNATI‘, aimed
State Institution for Transformation (GRIT), a state- at promoting natural farming across the state. The
level think tank modelled after the NITI Aayog. scheme represents the third phase of the Rajiv
 Chief Minister Patel unveiled the ‗Gujarat@2047 Gandhi Start-up Yojana, further incentivising
Dynamic Document-Roadmap‘, a comprehensive natural farming practices.
plan designed to guide the state‘s development over  The HP government has allocated Rs 150 crore for
the next quarter-century. the HIM-UNNATI Scheme .It will bolster the
UP Assembly Passes Amended Anti-Conversion Bill. efforts of approximately 1.92 lakh farmers already
The Uttar Pradesh Assembly on July 30, passed the UP practising chemical-free farming on over 32,149
Prohibition of Unlawful Conversion of Religion hectares of land.
(Amendment) Bill, 2024 that enhances punishment for
PLACE IN NEWS
commercial production of large scale green hydrogen
Hurun India Rich List 2024: Mumbai‟s Named as molecules.
Asia‟s Billionaire Capital Delhi Airport Achieve „Net Zero Carbon Emission
 India's financial capital Mumbai has become the Airport‟ status
'billionaire capital' of Asia as it now comprises of Indira Gandhi International Airport made history by
more billionaire individuals than China's capital city becoming the first airport in India to achieve ‗Net Zero
of Beijing, according to the Hurun India Rich List Carbon Emission Airport‘ status under the Airport
2024. Carbon Accreditation (ACA) programme by Airport
 India also beat China in terms of net billionaires, Council International (ACI). This significant milestone
the list further stated. While India recorded an was proudly announced by Delhi International Airport
influx of 29 per cent more billionaires in the Limited (DIAL).
country, billionaires in China decreased by 25 per India‟s First Digital Court Inaugurated in Kerala to
cent. Handle Cheque Bounce Cases
Modi Lays Foundation Stone for Vadhvan Port India‘s first fully digital court, named ―24*7
Project ONCOURTS,‖ dedicated to handling cheque bounce
Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone cases, was inaugurated in Kollam, Kerala, by Justice
for a major new project called the Vadhvan Port in Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai of the Supreme Court.
Palghar, Maharashtra, on August 30, 2024. This project Country's Largest Aero Lounge Set To Be
is expected to cost around Rs.76,000 crore and aims to Inaugurated In Cochin Airport
make Vadhvan one of the top ten ports in the world. Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan will inaugurate
Singapore-based Sembcorp to invest Rs 36,238 Crore 0484 Aero Lounge at Cochin Airport.Touted as the
for India‟s 1st Green Ammonia Plant in country's largest, the aero lounge is located at Terminal 2
Thoothukudi, TN of the airport.
Singapore-based Sembcorp Industries will invest Rs The 0484 Aero Lounge takes its name from Ernakulam's
36,238 crore to establish a green hydrogen/green STD code and is located outside security holding areas
ammonia manufacturing unit in Thoothukudi, Tamil and near domestic and international terminals which can
Nadu (TN).TN will be the first state in India to roll out be accessed by both travellers and non-travellers.
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Dhulikhel becomes Nepal‟s first „healthy city‟ and 3 Indian Destinations Listed in TIME‟s „World‟s
second healthiest city in Asia Greatest Places of 2024‟
WHO has declared Dhulikhel Municipality of  TIME‘s The World‘s Greatest Places of 2024
Kavrepalanchok district as Nepal‘s first ‗healthy city‘ featured 3 Indian destinations namely the Museum
and second healthiest city in Asia. Since 2014, Dhulikhel of Solutions (MuSo), Mumbai, Maharashtra;
Municipality has implemented various programmes to Manam Chocolate, a chocolate factory in
achieve the status. Hyderabad, Telangana; and Naar, a restaurant in
Dhulikhel Municipality, which initiated a campaign to Himachal Pradesh.
become a healthy city, has been monitored by the World  MuSo, founded by Tanvi Jindal Shete, is a large
Health Organisation since 2021 to achieve the feat of facility, spanning 100,000 square feet in Mumbai‘s
becoming Nepal‘s healthiest city. Lower Parel district.
India's First 24/7 Grain ATM Unveiled in  Manam Chocolate Karkhana, founded by Chaitanya
Mancheswar, Odisha Muppala, is located on Banjara Hills in Hyderabad.
 India's first round-the-clock, 24/7 grain ATM,  Naar (translating to Fire in Kashmiri) was opened
named Annapurti, was inaugurated at Mancheswar by a Kashmiri chef Prateek Sadhu at the Amaya
in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. boutique hotel in Himachal Pradesh in 2023.
 Krushna Chandra Patra, Odisha Minister for Food Periyar Tiger Reserve‟s Innovative Wind Turbine
Supplies and Consumer Welfare, unveiled the Grain Installation.
ATM in the presence of Nozomi Hashimoto, In a groundbreaking initiative, Periyar Tiger Reserve
Deputy Country Director, of the World Food (PTR) in Thekkady has installed a wind turbine to power
Programme in India. real-time monitoring cameras and Wi-Fi connectivity
 The initiative is a collaboration between the Odisha within its expansive forest. This move marks a
government and the World Food Programme. significant advancement in the reserve‘s efforts to
 Functionality:The Annapurti Grain ATM can enhance conservation technology and communication.
dispense up to 50 kilograms of grain in five Landslides in Wayanad
minutes. Recently, the Wayanad district of Kerala has witnessed
Restoration of Delhi's Historic Barapullah Bridge by one of the most devastating landslide-related disasters
ASI due to extreme rainfall and fragile ecological conditions.
 Delhi's Lieutenant Governor (LG) VK Saxena The district received over 140 mm of rain in 24 hours,
announced that the Mughal-era Barapullah bridge in surpassing expectations and recalling the devastating
Nizamuddin has been handed over to the 2018 floods that claimed around 500 lives.
Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) for Nelson Mandela Legacy Sites Inscribed as UNESCO
restoration. World Heritage.
 The bridge, built during the reign of Mughal United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Emperor Jahangir in 1628, will undergo restoration Organisation (UNESCO) has inscribed several iconic
over the next three months. South African sites associated with Nelson Mandela as
 The 400-year-old Barapullah bridge, built by Minar World Heritage Sites. This recognition, announced
Banu Agha under Emperor Jahangir's rule, was a during the 46th session of the UNESCO World Heritage
key route connecting the Mughal capital with Committee in New Delhi, marks a significant milestone
important sites like the Nizamuddin Dargah and in preserving the memory of South Africa‘s journey
Humayun's Tomb. from apartheid to democracy.
India Names Three Underwater Structures in Indian World‟s Oldest Calendar Discovered
Ocean  Archaeologists at Göbekli Tepe in southern Turkey
Three underwater geographical features in the Indian have discovered what is thought to be the Earth‘s
Ocean have been officially named, following proposals oldest known Sun-and-Moon calendar, carved into
from India. These are the Ashoka Seamount, a large stone pillar.
Chandragupt Ridge, and Kalpataru Ridge, recently  The pillar, estimated to be nearly 13,000 years old,
recognized by the International Hydrographic is adorned with 365 V-shaped symbols, each likely
Organization (IHO) and UNESCO‘s Intergovernmental representing a single day.
Oceanographic Commission (IOC).
NATIONAL NEWS
RailTel Awarded ISO 14001:2015 Certification
Union Minister Annapurna Devi Launches „She-Box New Delhi (Delhi) based RailTel Corporation of India
Portal‟ To Enhance Workplace Safety For Women Limited (RailTel), a Mini-Ratna Central Public Sector
Union Minister Annapurna Devi, the Ministry of Women Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Railways
and Child Development (MoWCD) has launched the (MoR) has been awarded the International Organization
‗SHe-Box portal‘, a centralized platform for registering for Standardization (ISO) 14001:2015 certification, a
and monitoring complaints of sexual harassment of globally recognized standard for Environmental
women at the workplace, during the launch event held in Management Systems (EMS).
New Delhi, Delhi.
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NHPC, SECI, Railtel, and SJVN Gain Navratna  An assured family pension amounting to 60 per cent
Status of the pension drawn by the employee before their
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman granted demise will be provided.
‗Navratna‘ status to four Central Public Sector  This scheme aims to address the dissatisfaction
Enterprises (CPSEs): NHPC, Solar Energy Corporation among government employees with the current
of India (SECI), Railtel Corporation of India (RCIL), National Pension Scheme (NPS) and comes at a
and Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam (SJVN). This brings the time when several important Assembly elections are
total number of Navratna CPSEs in India to 25. approaching.
Cabinet approves rolling out Private FM Radio to  The NPS began in 2004, replacing the Old Pension
234 Uncovered New Cities/Towns Scheme (OPS).
The Union Cabinet has approved a proposal for 3rd Union Cabinet Approves 12 New Industrial Smart
batch of ascending e-auctions to establish 730 Private Cities
FM (Frequency Modulation) radio channels across 234  The Union Cabinet has given the green light to
new cities, with a reserve price of Rs 784.87 crore under build 12 new industrial smart cities across different
Private FM Radio Phase III Policy. This initiative aims states, with a budget of Rs.28,602 crore. This plan,
to expand FM radio‘s reach, promote local content, and announced by Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw,
create employment opportunities. aims to boost domestic manufacturing.
Indian Railways Integrates DigiLocker with its  Pacific Islands Forum‘s Annual Meeting Begins
Hiring Portal to Reduce Recruitment Time  The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) began its meeting
 The Indian Railways (IR) has integrated its in Nuku‘alofa, Tonga, on August 26, 2024, with
recruitment portal with DigiLocker, to reduce the over 1,500 delegates from around 40 countries.
recruitment process duration from 18-24 months to  This year, the main topics are climate change and
less than 6 months. the growing competition between China and the
 DigiLocker, a flagship initiative of the Ministry of US.
Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY)  The Pacific Islands Forum (PIF) was started in
under the Digital India program is a digital 1971. It is a group of 18 Pacific countrie.
document wallet offering access to authentic Union Cabinet Approves „Vigyan Dhara‟ Science
digital documents. Schemes
Launch of Bharat Zero Emission Trucking (ZET)  The Union Cabinet, headed by Prime Minister
Policy Advisory Narendra Modi, has approved the continuation of
 Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific three major schemes, combining them into a new
Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India (GoI), central sector scheme called ‗Vigyan Dhara.‘
launched the ―Bharat Zero Emission Trucking  This scheme will have a proposed budget of Rs
(ZET) Policy Advisory‖ document at the Vigyan 10,579.84 crore for the period from 2021-22 to
Bhawan Annexe in New Delhi, Delhi. 2025-26, according to the 15th Finance
 Goal: Achieve 100% Zero Emission Trucking Commission
(ZET) sales penetration by 2050, contributing to NCERT and Education Ministry launches e-
India‘s Net Zero 2070 target. magazine „Sapno ki Udaan
Spices Board Launches SPICED Scheme to Boost  The Union Ministry of Education released the
Spice Exports and Productivity inaugural edition of the e-magazine ‗Sapno ki
The Spices Board of India has launched the SPICED Udaan‘.
scheme, which stands for ‗Sustainability in Spice Sector  The e-magazine was launched on the occasion of
through Progressive, Innovative and Collaborative the first National Space Day, which was observed
Interventions for Export Development.‘ across the country on 23 August to commemorate
Union Cabinet Approves Unified Pension Scheme for the soft landing of the Vikram lander of the
Employees Chandrayaan -3 mission on the south pole of the
 Indian government will start a new pension system Moon on 23 August 2023.
called the Unified Pension Scheme (UPS), on April  The theme of the inaugural Sapno ki Udaan e-
1, 2025, after getting approval from the Union magazine was Space.
Cabinet.  The e-magazine is an effort of the National Council
 This optional scheme, which will be applicable of Educational Research and Training(NCERT) and
from April 1, 2025, will benefit 23 lakh Central the Department of School Education & Literacy,
government employees, potentially rising to 90 lakh Ministry of Education, Government of India.
if State governments also join the scheme. Postal Dept launches Deen Dayal SPARSH Yojana to
 Employees opting for UPS would be eligible for an Encourage Philately
assured pension of 50 per cent of their average  The Department of Post under the Union Ministry
basic pay drawn over the last 12 months before of Communication has launched the Deen Dayal
superannuation, with a minimum qualifying service SPARSH Yojana to promote research and
of 25 years. scholarship in philately among students across
 This pension would be proportionately reduced for India. Announced by the Postmaster General of
lesser service periods, down to a minimum of 10 North Gujarat Region, Ahmedabad, Krishna Kumar
years of service. Yadav, during the closing ceremony of the ‗The
 The scheme guarantees an assured minimum Ideal and Great Stamps‘ Paintings exhibition, the
pension of Rs.10,000 per month on superannuation scheme aims to foster the hobby of stamp collection
after a minimum of 10 years of service. among children.
 Eligibility: Open to students in classes VI, VII,
VIII, and IX from recognized schools who are
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members of a philately club or hold a Philately  The Committee on the Welfare of Scheduled Castes
Deposit Account. (SCs) and Scheduled Tribes (STs) will be chaired
 Scholarships: 920 scholarships available by Dr Faggan Singh Kulaste, BJP Lok Sabha MP
nationwide, with each postal circle offering up to 40 from Mandla,MP.
scholarships (10 per eligible class). NEHHDC Secures Oeko-Tex Certification For Eri
 Amount: Rs.6000 per year, disbursed quarterly. Silk
Labour ministry launches centralised portal for  Guwahati (Assam) based North Eastern Handicrafts
construction workers and Handlooms Development Corporation Limited
 The Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoL&E) (NEHHDC) under the Ministry of Development of
launched the ‗Building and Other Construction North Eastern Region (MDoNER) has secured
Workers (BoCW) Management Information System Oeko-Tex certification directly from Germany for
(MIS) Portal.‘ the Eri Silk of Assam.
 The portal aims to help states and Union Territories  Eri Silk is renowned as the world‘s only vegan silk
(UTs) finalize draft rules under the four Labour due to its ethical manufacturing process.
Codes and enhance welfare schemes for BoCW. Cabinet Clears Airport Projects Worth Rs.2,962
Power Finance Corp Commits Rs.21,000 Crore for Crore
India‟s Largest Container Port The Union Cabinet has approved two major airport
State-owned Power Finance Corporation (PFC) has development projects in West Bengal and Bihar, with a
committed approximately Rs.21,000 crore for the combined investment of Rs 2,962 crore. These projects
development of the Vadhavan Port. Location: Palghar aim to enhance air connectivity and infrastructure in the
district, Maharashtra, along India‘s western coast. eastern region, supporting economic growth and
NITI Aayog and CSIRO launched Climate Smart improving accessibility.
Agritech RISE Accelerator Program for Startups and PM Modi Inaugurates 3rd Voice of Global South
MSMEs Summit on 17 August 24
 National Institution for Transforming India (NITI  Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 3rd
Aayog)‘s backed- Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) Voice of Global South Summit on 17 August 2024.
in collaboration with the Commonwealth Scientific The Summit is being held in a virtual format, and
and Industrial Research Organisation (CSIRO), an many leaders of the Global South are participating
arm of Government of Australia has launched the in the meeting. The Voice of Global South is an
Climate Smart Agritech cohort of the India- Indian concept rooted in the ancient Indian
Australia Rapid Innovation and Startup Expansion philosophy of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam.
(RISE) Accelerator program and has invited  PM Modi announced that India will start a special
applications from startups and Micro, Small, and fund of 2.5 million dollars to strengthen trade
Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) for the program. promotion activities amongst the Global South
 The program will commence in October 2024 and countries.
the last date to submit the applications for the RISE  He also announced that a one-million-dollar fund
Accelerator program is 15th September, 2024. would be provided for capacity-building training in
Lok Sabha Speaker Constitutes 6 New Parliamentary trade policy and trade negotiation.
Committees for 2024-25  ―An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable
 Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla constituted 6 new Future‖ is the theme of the 3rd Voice of Global
Parliamentary Committees for 2024-25, including South Summit.
the Public Accounts Committee (PAC), Committee MoPNG Approves ONGC to Invest Rs 10,501 Cr in
on Estimates(CoE) , Committee on Public OPaL
Undertakings(CoPU) and committees focused on  The Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas
the welfare of Other Backward Classes (OBCs), (MoPNG), Government of India(GoI) has granted
Scheduled Castes (SCs), and Scheduled Tribes an approval letter to Oil & Natural Gas Corporation
(STs). Limited (ONGC), a Maharatna Central Public
 All the committees formed in the 18th Lok Sabha Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under the MoPNG, to
have a tenure of 1 year and have members from invest an additional equity capital of up to Rs
both the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha. 10,501 crore in ONGC Petro additions Limited
 Public Accounts Committee (PAC):It will be (OPaL), Vadodara(Gujarat).
chaired by K.C. Venugopal, a senior Indian  Govt to launch 'Kisan Ki Baat' to bridge farm-
National Congress (INC) leader and a Member of Science gap
Parliament (MP), Rajasthan.  The government is set to launch 'Kisan Ki Baat', a
 Committee on Estimates(CoE):The Committee on monthly radio programme aimed at bringing
Estimates will be chaired by Dr Sanjay Jaiswal, an scientific knowledge to farmers.
MP of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP), Paschim  This initiative seeks to modernise agricultural
Champaran , Bihar. practices and empower farmers with cutting-edge
 Committee on Public Undertakings(CoPU):The scientific information.
Committee on Public Undertakings will be chaired India Adds Three New Wetlands to Its Ramsar List
by Baijyant Panda, a BJP Lok Sabha MP from  India added three new wetlands to its Ramsar Sites
Kendrapara, Odisha. list, making a total of 85. These new sites are the
 Welfare Committees: Nanjarayan Bird Sanctuary and Kazhuveli Bird
 The Committee on Welfare of Other Backward Sanctuary in Tamil Nadu, and Tawa Reservoir in
Classes (OBCs) will be chaired by Ganesh Singh, a Madhya Pradesh.
BJP MP from Satna, Madhya Pradesh(MP).
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 Three new wetlands have got the Ramsar site tag  President Droupadi Murmu reached at Dili, capital
taking the total tally of Ramsar wetlands to 85 in city of Timor Leste, on the last leg of her 3-nation
India visit, after concluding her visit to Fiji and New
 India is one of the parties to Ramsar Convention, Zealand.She was received by Jose Ramos-Horta,
which was framed in Ramsar, Iran, in 1971. India President of Timor-Leste.
became a signatory to the convention on February  President Droupadi Murmu was honoured with the
1, 1982. Grand Collar of Order of Timor Leste, the country‘s
 Currently, Tamil Nadu has the maximum number of highest civilian honour, presented by President
Ramsar Sites (18 sites) followed by Uttar Pradesh Horta at ceremony held in Dili, Timor Leste.
(10 sites). The geo-spatial platform, Krishi-DSS, was unveiled
Union Cabinet Approves Three Major Metro Union government launched a unique digital geospatial
Projects in India platform called Krishi-Decision Support System (Krishi-
 The Union Cabinet approved three new Metro DSS).The platform provides seamless access to
projects in India to improve city transportation. comprehensive data including satellite images, weather
These are the Bengaluru Metro Phase-3, Thane information, reservoir storage, groundwater levels and
Integral Ring Metro, and an extension of the Pune soil health information, which can be easily accessed
Metro, with a total estimated cost of Rs.30,765.5 from anywhere at any time.
crore. NI-MSME Hyderabad Awarded Accreditation
 This expansion will add 42.3 km to the existing Certificate as „UTKRISHT‟
Metro network and introduce 14 new stations. The National Institute for MSME (NI-MSME) has been
Central Electricity Authority has developed the awarded with an Accreditation Certificate with a
PROMPT, DRIPS, and JAL VIDYUT DPR online ‗Utkrisht‘ 3-star rating on completion of National
platforms Standards for Civil Services Training Institutions
 3 online platforms launched to boost county‘s (NSCSTI) process in recognition of excellent services in
power sector efficiency.Union Ministry of Power the field of promotion and development of Micro, Small
has launched three new online platforms, PROMPT, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
DRIPS and JAL VIDYUT DPR, to boost the Prime Minister Narendra Modi hoisted the national
country's power sector's efficiency, transparency flag on the ramparts of Red Fort, New Delhi, on 15
and effectiveness. August 2024 for the 11th consecutive time on the
 The PROMPT (Portal for Online Monitoring of occasion of the 78th Independence Day.
Projects—Thermal) will facilitate real-time analysis  The theme of the 78th Independence Day
and tracking of thermal power projects under celebration was ‗Viksit Bharat @ 2047‘. It aims to
construction in India online. make India a developed nation by 2047.
 The JAL VIDYUT DPR (Monitoring Survey and  The 21 Gun Salute was fired by the 1721 Field
Investigation Activities of Hydroelectric Projects Battery (Ceremonial) using indigenous 105mm
and Pumped Storage Projects) will provide the real- Light Field Guns under Major Sabnis Kaushik and
time status of Hydroelectric pumped storage the Gun Position Officer Naib Subedar (AIG)
projects under construction in various parts of the Anuthosh Sarkar.
country.  During the occasion, a total of 1037 Personnel of
Union Minister C.R. Paatil Launches „FloodWatch Police, Fire, Home Guard & Civil Defence
India‟ Mobile App Version 2.0 (HG&CD) and Correctional Services have been
Union Minister C.R. Paatil, Ministry of Jal Shakti awarded Gallantry and Service Medals.
(MoJS) has launched the Version 2.0 of the ‗FloodWatch  Head Constable Chaduvu Yadaiah, Head Constable
India‘ Mobile Application (App), developed by the of Telangana Police received the PMG(President‘s
Central Water Commission (CWC) in New Delhi Medal for Gallantry) for his exceptional bravery
(Delhi), aiming to improve real-time flood monitoring during a robbery on July 25, 2022.
and forecasting across India.  78 swimmers from Andaman and Nicobar
Overview of President Droupadi Murmu‟s 3-nation Command (ANC) completed the ―Independence
Visit to Fiji, New Zealand & Timor Leste from 5th to Day Swim‖ from Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose
10th August 2024 Island to Marina Bay, visiting 21 islands named
 Droupadi Murmu, The President of India, was on a after Param Vir Chakra awardees. The swim was
3-nation visit to Fiji, New Zealand and Timor Leste part of the tri-services expedition ―Param Vir‖ by
from 5th August to 10th August 2024. ANC.
 She started the 1st leg of her visit with Fiji from 5th  After Pandit Nehru, PM Modi holds the record for
to 6th August 2024 at the invitation of Ratu hoisting the national flag for the most successive
Wiliame Maivalli Katonivere, President of Fiji. times on the occasion of Independence Day.
 President Droupadi Murmu was honoured with the  Pandit Jawahar Lal Nehru hoisted the national flag
Companion of the Order of Fiji, highest civilian for the 17th consecutive time, while PM Modi
honour of Fiji. hoisted it for the 11th consecutive time.
 President Droupadi Murmu held bilateral meeting Green Tug Transition Programme
with Sitiven Rabuka, PM of Fiji in Suva, Fiji.  Union Minister of Port Shipping and Waterways
 President Droupadi Murmu arrived in Auckland, officially launched the Standard Operating
New Zealand, on the second leg of her 3-nation Procedure (SOP) for Green Tug Transition Program
visit. (GTTP).
 India and New Zealand signed the bilateral customs  GTTP was launched on May 22, 2023, is a key
co-operation arrangement agreement, to ease trade initiative under the ‗Panch Karma Sankalp‘.
between the two countries.  It is designed to phase out conventional fuel-based
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harbour tugs operating in Indian Major Ports and and responsive to global challenges and lays down the
replace them with green tugs powered by cleaner Bio-vision for Viksit Bharat.
and more sustainable alternate fuels. IndiGo evaluates honorific „Mx‟ for internal
 Phase 1 of the GTTP will begin on October 1, 2024, candidates
and continue until December 31, 2027. IndiGo is evaluating introducing the gender-neutral
SUN Mobility and Bluwheelz collaborate to launch option of honorific ‗Mx‘ for internal candidates as part
retrofit kits for Tata ACE of larger efforts to boost inclusivity.
SUN Mobility recently made an announcement to Besides, the country‘s largest carrier, which has a
introduce retrofit kits for Tata ACE vehicles in domestic market share of 62 per cent, aims to increase
conjunction with Bluwheelz. This strategic plan seeks to by two-fold the number of individuals with disabilities
revolutionise the logistics industry since the platform employed by it.
allows the existing Tata ACE Internal Combustion Alongside this, IndiGo is focused on increasing the
Engines (ICE) or fixed battery vehicles owned by the number of disabled employees in customer-facing roles
operators to be converted into swappable EVs with SUN and partnering with agencies that specialize in LGBTQ+
Mobility‘s battery swapping system. recruitment.
Air India launches new wireless inflight BHEL bags Rs 11,000 Crore contract from Adani
entertainment Vista across wide-body fleet Power
Air India has launched a new inflight entertainment Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd (BHEL) has secured an Rs
service called 'Vista,' powered by Bluebox, to enhance 11,000 crore contract from Adani Power Ltd (APL) and
the passenger experience across its fleet. This service its subsidiary, Mahan Energen Ltd (MEL), for three
allows passengers to stream over 950 hours of content on Supercritical Thermal Power projects.
their personal devices while onboard. The contract covers the supply and installation of critical
India‟s Pharma Sector to Touch $130 Billion by 2030: equipment, including Boilers, Turbines, Generators, and
Jitin Prasada auxiliary systems for projects at Kawai Phase-II and
Union Minister of State for Commerce and Industry, Kawai Phase-III in Rajasthan, and Mahan Phase-III in
Jitin Prasada has stressed that the country‘s Madhya Pradesh. Each project will have a capacity of
pharmaceutical sector will touch the 130 billion US 2×800 MW and utilise advanced Supercritical
dollar mark by 2030, which is currently at around 55 Technology.
billion US dollars. Mr Prasad inaugurated the 10th Centre cuts public grievances redressal time to 21
International Pharmaceutical Exhibition IPHEX at India days
Expo Mart in Noida, Uttar Pradesh. The Centre has reduced redressal time of public
PMJDY Celebrates a Decade of Financial Inclusion grievances, raised on a dedicated portal, to 21 days, from
Under Modi‟s Leadership the existing 30 days.
The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY), a Recently, the Centre has issued revised guidelines for
National Mission for Financial Inclusion, launched on timely redressal of public grievances raised on the
August 28, 2014 by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Centralised Public Grievance Redress and Monitoring
Modi, completed 10 years (decade) of successful System (CPGRAMS) portal.
implementation. Bharat Biotech unveils oral cholera vaccine
Launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014, developed in partnership with Hilleman Labs
PMJDY is the world‘s largest financial inclusion Hyderabad-based Bharat Biotech Ltd launched oral
initiative. cholera vaccine (OCV) Hillchol, made in collaboration
The scheme has integrated 53.13 crore people into the with Hilleman Laboratories, the University of
formal banking system by August 14, 2024. Gothenburg and Gotovax AB.
55.6% (29.56 crore) of Jan-Dhan account holders are The company's facilities in Hyderabad and Bhubaneswar
women. with a capacity of 200 million doses will manufacture
66.6% (35.37 crore) of accounts are located in rural or Hillchol, a novel single-strain OCV.
semi-urban areas. Union Cabinet Approves PMAY-U-2 and PMAY-G
Launch of BoCW MIS Portal by Ministry of Labour Extension for Enhanced Housing
& Employment  The Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan
Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoL&E) launched Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U)-2, which
the ‗Building and Other Construction Workers (BoCW) aims to construct 1 crore houses for urban poor and
Management Information System (MIS) Portal.‘ middle-class families over the next five years.
The portal aims to help states and Union Territories  The scheme also includes an extension of the
(UTs) finalize draft rules under the four Labour Codes Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Gramin (PMAY-G)
and enhance welfare schemes for BoCW. for rural housing.
Union Minister Dr Jitendra Singh releases BioE3  PMAY-U-2 Approval:To provide financial
policy in New Delhi assistance for the construction, purchase, or rental
Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra of houses for 1 crore urban poor and middle-class
Singh released the Biotechnology for Economy, families within five years.
Environment, and Employment (BioE3) Policy 2024 in  A total of Rs 2.30 lakh crore will be allocated under
New Delhi. PMAY-U-2.Rs 10 lakh crore is projected for the
Overall, this Policy will further strengthen Government‘s scheme, aiming to address the housing needs of 1
initiatives such as ‗Net Zero‘ carbon economy & crore families and enhance their quality of life.
‗Lifestyle for Environment‘ and will steer India on the  Under the previous PMAY-U phase, 1.18 crore
path of accelerated ‗Green Growth‘ by promoting houses were sanctioned, with over 85.5 lakh houses
‗Circular Bioeconomy‘. The BioE3 Policy will foster already constructed and delivered.
and advance future that is more sustainable, innovative,  PMAY-G Extension:
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 Objective: To provide financial assistance for ‗Bolt on‘ plants and ‗Brownfield projects‘ are now
constructing 2 crore additional houses during FY eligible under the scheme to enhance viability and
2024-25 to 2028-29. leverage experience.
 Unit Assistance: Rs 1.20 lakh for plain areas and Rs The scheme strengthens India‘s energy security, self-
1.30 lakh for North Eastern Region States, reliance, and the Make in India Mission, while
Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Jammu and supporting its‘s 2070 net-zero emissions goal and
Kashmir, and Ladakh. commitment to a sustainable energy sector.
 Completion Target: The extension will complete the Cabinet approves Rs 1,766 crore CPP under Mission
remaining 35 lakh houses from the previous phase, for Integrated Development of Horticulture
achieving the cumulative target of 2.95 crore The Union Cabinet approved the Clean Plant Programme
houses. (CPP) proposed by the Ministry of Agriculture and
 Benefit: The construction of 2 crore more houses Farmers Welfare (MoAFW) with an outlay of Rs
under PMAY-G is expected to benefit nearly 10 1,765.67 crore.
crore individuals. It will be implemented under the Mission for Integrated
Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Development of Horticulture (MIDH) by the National
Introduces Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 Horticulture Board in association with Indian Council of
 Union Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw Agricultural Research (ICAR).
introduced the Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 in Home Minister Amit Shah Inaugurated 24×7 Water
the Lok Sabha. Supply Project at Manimajra, Chandigarh
 This Bill aims to grant statutory powers to the Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs
Railway Board and enhance its functioning and (MoHA) inaugurated 24×7 Water Supply Project at
independence.' Manimajra, in the Union Territory (UT) of Chandigarh
 The Railways (Amendment) Bill, 2024 seeks to under the Smart City Mission (SCM). Gulab Chand
integrate provisions from the Indian Railway Board Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator of
Act, 1905 into the Railways Act, 1989, providing Chandigarh was among the dignitaries present on the
statutory powers to the Railway Board. occasion.
Govt issues guidelines for 'Model Solar Village' Indian Gold Sector Established 1st Self-Regulatory
under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana Body to Boost Consumer Trust
 The government issued operational guidelines for The Indian Gold sector with the support of the World
implementation of 'Model Solar Village' component Gold Council (WGC) established 1st self-regulatory
under PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana. body named, the Indian Association for Gold Excellence
 Under the scheme component, emphasis has been and Standards (IAGES) in order to boost consumer trust.
laid on creating one model solar village per district India to Host First BIMSTEC Business Summit in
across India, to promote solar energy adoption and 2024
enable village communities to become self-reliant  The Ministry of External Affairs of India, together
in energy needs. with the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII), is
 A financial outlay of Rs 800 crore has been organizing the first BIMSTEC Business Summit on
allocated for this component, providing Rs 1 crore August 6, 2024, in New Delhi.
per selected Model Solar Village  India‘s External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar,
 The scheme guidelines for implementation of will open the summit.
Model Solar Village were notified by MNRE on  BIMSTEC, which started in 1997, includes seven
August 9, 2024. countries: Bangladesh, India, Myanmar, Sri Lanka,
 As per the guidelines, in order to be considered Thailand, Bhutan, and Nepal.
under the competition mode, a village must be a Boilers Bill 2024
revenue village with a population size above 5,000 On 2nd August 2024, the Union Cabinet approved the
(or 2,000 for special category states). introduction of the Boilers Bill, 2024, in the Rajya
 Government of India approved the PM-Surya Ghar: Sabha. This new Bill aims to replace the old Boilers Act
Muft Bijli Yojana on February 29, 2024, with the of 1923. The main purpose of the Bill is to update the
aim to increase the share of solar rooftop capacity rules about boilers to fit current industry and safety
and empower residential households to generate standards.
their own electricity. Waqf Act
 The scheme has an outlay of Rs 75,021 crore and is  There are ongoing discussions about a possible
to be implemented till 2026-27. government bill to change the Waqf Act of 1995.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi Launches 109 New This bill aims to improve accountability and
Crop Varieties at India Agricultural Research transparency in Waqf boards and promote the
Institute inclusion of women in their administration.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi released 109 new high-  Waqf Boards in India, created under the Waqf Act
yielding, climate-resilient, and biofortified crop varieties of 1995, manage Waqf properties. These properties
at the India Agricultural Research Institute, New Delhi. support religious, social, and educational
Cabinet Approves Modification in Pradhan Mantri institutions.
JI-VAN Yojana  There are 30 Waqf Boards across India, overseeing
The Union Cabinet has approved the modification of the properties worth crores of rupees and generating
Pradhan Mantri JI-VAN Yojana, extending its about Rs 200 crore in annual revenue.
implementation timeline by 5 years, till 2028-29. Govt Extends Deadline for Meeting MSP Norms for
The scheme is also called as PM G-VAN/PM G-One CPSES Until August 2026
(Biofuel-Vataravana Anuchaan Fasal Residue Nivaran)  The government has extended the deadline for the
Yojana. Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), Public
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Sector Banks (PSBs), and Financial Institutions MSDE Expands Model Skill Loan Scheme; Raises
(FIs) to adhere to the Minimum Public Loan Limit To Rs 7.5 lakh
Shareholding (MPS) norms until August 2026. This  Union Minister of State(MoS) Jayant Chaudhary
extension allows CPSEs, PSBs, and FIs to increase (Independent Charge/IC), Ministry of State for Skill
their public shareholding to at least 25% by 1 Development and Entrepreneurship(MSDE) has
August 2026. launched an enhanced ‗Model Skill Loan Scheme‘
 As per the SEBI, all listed companies, including the for skill development courses with an increased
state-owned companies, must maintain an MPS of maximum loan limit to Rs 7.5 lakh from Rs 1.5
25% for continuous listing. lakh.
Central Govt operationalizes Rs 920 Cr Namami  It was announced in the Union Budget 2024-2025,
Gange Mission 2.0 Projects in UP and Bihar the revised scheme aims to benefit 25,000 students
 The central government has completed and annually.
operationalized four major projects of Rs 920 crore  Model Skill Loan Scheme builds upon the Credit
in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar under Namami Gange Guarantee Fund Scheme for Skill Development
Mission 2.0. These projects will add 145 megaliters (CGFSSD), launched in 2015 faced multiple
per day MLD of sewage treatment capacity and challenges.
provide better sewer networks. India Elected as Vice-Chair of Supply Chain Council
 These projects based on the Hybrid Annuity PPP in IPEF Initiative
(HAM) model have been designed on the basis of  India has been elected as vice-chair of the Supply
Advanced Sequencing Batch Reactor technology Chain Council(SCC), one of the three supply chain
and meet the stringent standards prescribed by the bodies set up by the Indo-Pacific Economic
National Green Tribunal NGT. Framework for Prosperity (IPEF) partners pursuant
Piyush Goyal Launches „India@100‟ by Prof. K V to the Supply Chain Resilience Agreement.
Subramanian, Envisions India as a Developed Nation  The United States of America (USA) was elected as
by 2047 the Chair of SCC.
Union Minister of Commerce and Industry Piyush Goyal Union Minister Pralhad Joshi Launches Version 4.0
today launched the book titled ‗India@100: Envisioning PMS Mobile App
Tomorrow‘s Economic Powerhouse‘ authored by Prof.  Union Minister PralhadVenkatesh Joshi, Ministry
K V Subramanian in New Delhi. Addressing the launch of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
event, Mr Goyal said that India can achieve the target of (MoCAF&PD) launched the Version 4.0 Price
Viksit Bharat with the collective efforts of 1.4 billion Monitoring System (PMS) Mobile Application
citizens. He has expressed confidence that India will (App) in New Delhi, Delhi.
become a developed nation by 2047 in all sectors,  From August 1, 2024, the Department of Consumer
including infrastructure, employment generation, Affairs (DCA), MoCAF&PD, has expanded its
tourism, manufacturing, shipping, and technology. PMS to include 16 additional commodities.
Madras High Court Strikes Down Section 77-A of  The monitoring now covers a total of 38
Registration Act as Unconstitutional commodities, up from the previous 22 commodities.
 In a significant judgment, the Madras High Court  The government has allocated Rs 10,000 crore
has declared Section 77-A of the Registration Act, under the price stabilisation fund (PSF) in the
1908 unconstitutional. This ruling has far-reaching Union Budget 2024-25 to maintain stable prices and
implications for property registration and ownership ensure affordability of pulses.
rights in Tamil Nadu. Government permits 100% Foreign Direct
 Section 77-A, introduced to the Central enactment Investment via automatic route for Aircraft
by way of a 2022 State amendment, granted District Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO)
Registrars the power to cancel documents related to  The government has authorized 100% Foreign
immovable property if they were found to have Direct Investment (FDI) via the automatic route for
been registered through fraud or on submission of the aircraft Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul
forged revenue records (MRO) sector. This move is aimed at boosting the
Union Minister ManoharLal Inaugurates NFMS MRO industry by increasing foreign investment.
Control Centre at REC Limited Alongside this, a uniform 5% IGST rate on aircraft
 Union Minister ManoharLal, Ministry of Power parts and tools imports has been introduced, which
(MOP) and Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs enhances the sector‘s competitiveness.
(MoHUA) inaugurated the National Feeder  The government has implemented several measures
Monitoring System (NFMS) Control Centre on to facilitate the establishment of aircraft MRO
REC Limited‘s 55th Foundation Day at Gurugram, services in India through various policies,
Haryana. regulations, and other incentives. In the Union
 NFMS is a flagship initiative of the MoP, provides Budget 2024-25, the period for the export of goods
real-time access to complete information on power imported for repairs has been extended from 6
supply hours, outages, and overall health of about months to 1 year. The time limit for re-importing
2.5 lakh feeders (11 Kilovolts (KV) outgoing) goods for repairs under warranty has been extended
across India. from 3 to 5 years.
 The Union Minister also planted tree saplings at BHEL secures order for demonstration of first of its
REC Limited officeunder ‗EkPedMaaKeNaam‗ kind methanol firing in gas turbine of kayamkulam
campaign(#onePlant4Mother). CCCP
 REC Limited (formerly Rural Electrification Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has received
Corporation Limited) is a Maharatna company the first ever order for the demonstration of methanol
headquartered at Gurugram, Haryana. firing in a Gas Turbine at the 350 MW Kayamkulam
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Combined Cycle Power Plant (CCPP) of NTPC installed Kosh‘ and ‗Faculty Development‘ portals under
at Alappuzha district in Kerala. ‗Mission Karmayogi‘ during the Civil Service
BHEL Receives Order WorthRs 10,000 Crore from Training Institutions (CSTI) Convention at Vigyan
Damodar Valley Corporation Bhavan in New Delhi, Delhi.
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL) has been  The ‗Amrit Gyan Kosh‘ portal is a comprehensive
awarded aRs 10,000 crore contract by Damodar Valley knowledge repository that offers access to India-
Corporation (DVC) for the Koderma Thermal Power centric case studies, reducing the dependence on
Station Phase-II in Jharkhand. Western sources
Bhupender Yadav launches Ideas4LiFE portal for Government to include AYUSH in Ayushman Bharat
inviting ideas related to products and services scheme
 Union Minister for Environment, Forest and  The Union Government of India is considering
Climate Change,Shri Bhupender Yadav has adding an AYUSH package to the Ayushman
launched Ideas4LiFE for inviting ideas related to Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB
products and services, that induce behavioral PM-JAY). This initiative aims to improve health
changes related to environment-friendly lifestyles in coverage for a large segment of the population.
the presence of Minister of State for  AB PM-JAY is a government health scheme that
Environment,Forest and Climate Change,Shri Kirti provides health insurance of Rs.5 lakh per family
Vardhan Singh at IIT Delhi. per year.
 The portal ‗Ideas4Life.nic.in‘ will allow Minister for Minority Affairs recently launched the
participants to submit their ideas and innovations Jiyo Parsi Scheme portal
online.  It is a unique Central Sector Scheme implemented
Government Launched Vaccination Portal „U-WIN‟ by the Ministry of Minority Affairs for arresting the
For Pregnant Women & Children population decline of the Parsi Community in India.
 The Ministry of Health and Family  The objective of the scheme is to reverse the
Welfare(MoHFW) launched the ‗U-WIN‘, an declining trend of the Parsi population by adopting
online vaccine management portal to captures every scientific protocols and structured interventions to
vaccination record of all pregnant women and stabilize their population in India.
children up to 6 years under the Universal Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
Immunization Programme (UIP).  Western Railway has announced the inclusion of
 This portal designed to digitises the UIP which is a Kandivali and Dahisar railway stations in the
part of the Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) recently launched Amrit Bharat Station Scheme
Program under the National Health Mission (ABSS).
(NHM), Ministry of Health & Family Welfare  ABSS is an ongoing Indian Railways mission
(MoH&FW). launched in February 2023 by the Ministry of
 The U-WIN portal is a replication of the COVID-19 Railway sto redevelop railway stations across India.
vaccine management system Co-WIN and an Bill Gates Foundation to set up FSTP at Sarovaram
important outcome of the government‘s 100-day  Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation along with
health agenda. Habitat Charitable Trust is setting up a faecal
 U-WIN will also be linked to the government‘s sludge treatment plant (FSTP) at Sarovaram, on the
existing eVIN platform for inventory management. premises of the proposed sewage treatment plant
Education Minister Launches NATS 2.0 and (STP) of the Kozhikode Corporation.
Disburses Rs. 100 Crore Stipends.  The representatives of the two organisations
Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has recently met the administrative panel of the
launched the National Apprenticeship and Training Corporation and offered to set up a 200-KLD (0.2
Scheme (NATS) 2.0 portal and disbursed Rs. 100 crore MLD) FSTP at a cost of Rs.36 crore. With this, the
in stipends to apprentices via Direct Benefits Transfer capacity of the STP at Sarovaram, proposed under
(DBT). The initiative aims to enhance employability AMRUT 2.0, has been reduced from 27 MLD to
skills for young graduates and diploma holders across 13.5 MLD.
various sectors, including IT, manufacturing, and  Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation in association
automobiles. with Ankur Scientific Energy Private Limited, is
Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh Launches „Amrit setting up ‗Omni Processor‘ facility for the
Gyan Kosh„ and „Faculty Development‟ Portals treatment of faecal sludge worldwide, with an aim
 Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (MOS – to promote water hygiene. The proposed FSTP at
Independent Charge, IC), Ministry of Science and Sarovaram is part of the programme.
Technology (MoS&T), launched the ‗Amrit Gyan
INTERNATIONAL NEWS
 The Ministry of Industry and Advanced Technology
UAE Joins BRICS Partners To Launch Centre for (MoIAT) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has
Industrial Competences joined with BRICS (Brazil, Russia, India, China,
and South Africa) partners to launch a Centre for
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Industrial Competences in cooperation with the deaths of top members of Hamas and Hezbollah.
United Nations Industrial Development This move comes as a response to fears that Iran
Organisation (UNIDO) to support the development and its allies might retaliate.
of Industrial skills and capabilities.  The USS Georgia, a nuclear-powered guided
 The declaration was made at the 8th BRICS missile submarine, is part of this strategic military
Industry Ministers Meeting chaired by Russia under response.
the theme ‗Strengthening Multilateralism for  The Abraham Lincoln strike group, which includes
Equitable Global Development and Security‘ in fighter jets and Navy warships, has also been told to
Nizhny Novgorod, Russia. speed up its arrival in the region.
 The 9th BRICS Industry Ministers Meeting will be  Iran has expressed a willingness to retaliate against
hosted by Brazil in 2025. Israel for these killings and blames the U.S. for
Sri Lanka Grants Visa-Free Access to 35 Countries supporting Israel.Tensions have been further
The Sri Lankan government has introduced a new heightened by recent attacks on U.S. forces in
policy that allows citizens from 35 countries to visit Sri Syria.
Lanka without needing a visa. US to Release $3.5 Billion Military Aid to Israel
China Approves $31 Billion for 11 New Nuclear The U.S. State Department announced the release of
Reactors Across Five Sites $3.5 billion in military assistance to Israel after Congress
China has approved the construction of 11 new nuclear approved the funds amidst rising tensions due to the
reactors across five sites, with a total investment of ongoing conflict in Gaza. This money is part of a larger
approximately 220 billion yuan ($31 billion). This marks $14 billion supplemental bill that was passed in April
a record number of permits as the government intensifies 2023.
its reliance on nuclear energy to reduce carbon Africa Faces Urgent Mpox Outbreak, WHO Holds
emissions. Emergency Meeting
New Zealand Proposes Legislation to Modernize Africa is facing a serious outbreak of mpox, and the
Gene Technology Laws World Health Organization (WHO) has held an urgent
 The New Zealand government announced plans to meeting to decide if this situation should be declared a
create new laws on August 13, to make it easier to Public Health Emergency of International Concern.
develop and use gene technologies, including gene Mpox, which used to be called monkeypox, is caused by
editing. the monkeypox virus, part of the Orthopoxvirus family.
 The goal is to bring New Zealand‘s regulations up Turkey Blocks Instagram Access Amid Ongoing
to date with the best practices used around the Political Tensions
world. Turkey‘s Information and Communication Technologies
Sweden Reports First Case of mpox Strain outside Authority announced a block on Instagram, affecting
Africa about 85 million people. The ban seems to be a response
 The World Health Organization (WHO) announced to Instagram removing posts related to the death of
that Sweden became the first country outside of Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Hamas‘s political wing.
Africa to report a case of the emerging clade I G20 Agrees on Brazil‟s Billionaire Tax Proposal to
variant of mpox, on August 15, 2024. Tackle Taxation of Ultra-Rich
 Due to the rapid spread of clade 1b, a variant of  The Group of Twenty (G20) finance ministers and
clade 1, the WHO declared a Public Health central bankers issued the first-ever joint ministerial
Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC). declaration on taxation, The Rio de Janeiro G20
 In 2024, over 2,100 confirmed mpox cases and 13 Ministerial Declaration on International Tax
deaths were reported in the Democratic Republic of Cooperation, committing to effective taxation of
the Congo and eleven other countries, including ―ultra-high-net-worth individuals.‖
Burundi, Cameroon, and Nigeria.  It was adopted during the Communiqué of the 3rd
 Mpox, previously known as monkeypox, is caused G20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors
by the mpox virus, part of the Orthopoxvirus genus. Meeting held in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. This
It was first identified in 1958 in monkeys used for declaration emphasized cooperative engagement
research. while respecting tax sovereignty.
Croatia Reintroduces Compulsory Military Service Germany Joined UN Command in South Korea as
Croatia announced plans to reintroduce two months of 18th Member State
compulsory military service starting January 1, 2025.  Federal Republic of Germany (FRG) officially
This decision comes in response to rising tensions in joined the United States of America (USA) led-
Europe, fueled by Russia‘s actions in Ukraine and United Nations Command (UNC) at Pyeongtaek,
increasing military activities in the Balkans, a region south of Seoul in South Korea.
with a history of conflict.  Germany became the 18th member state of UNC, a
North Korean Leader Kim Jong Un Unveils New group that helps police the heavily fortified border
„Suicide Drones‟ with North Korea and has committed to defend the
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un recently unveiled a South in the event of war.
new type of ―suicide drone,‖ with state media reporting WHG-02: China Successfully Launches New High-
that he personally oversaw a performance test of the Orbit Internet-Services Satellite
weaponry.  China launched a new high-orbit internet-services
U.S. Deploys Submarine Amid Escalating Tensions in satellite – WeixingHulianwan Gaogui-02 (WHG-
Middle East 02) into space from the Xichang Satellite Launch
 U.S. Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin ordered the Center (XSLC), also known as ―Xichang Satellite
deployment of a guided missile submarine to the City‖ in southwest China‘s Sichuan Province.
Middle East due to increasing tensions after the
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 The satellite was launched aboard a Long March- The announcement comes just before Tunisia‘s
3B (LM-3B) carrier rocket and entered its preset presidential election on October 6, amid growing social
orbit successfully. and economic unrest.
Tunisia‟s President Replaces Prime Minister Ahead China tests cargo drones with 2-tonne capacity
of October Election. China has recently started testing cargo drones capable
In a recent political shakeup, Tunisia‘s President Kais of 2-tonne payload capacity, in the hopes of expanding
Saied has dismissed Prime Minister Ahmed Hachani and the country's low-altitude economy. Furthermore, the
appointed Kamel Maddouri, the former Social Affairs country has also been testing helicopter taxis on their
Minister, to the role. This change marks the sixth prime soon-to-open 100-km route to Shanghai.
ministerial appointment under Saied‘s administration.
NATIONAL AND
INTERNATIONAL SUMMIT
28th Conference of Central and State Statistical Delhi, Delhi from 12th to 13th August 2024.
Organizations held in New Delhi  The theme of discussion of the conference was
 28th Conference of Central and State Statistical ―Use of Data for Decision Making: Strengthening
Organizations (COCSSO), organised by the State Statistical Systems‖.
Ministry of Statistics and Programme  The conference was inaugurated by Union Minister
Implementation (MoSPI), was held at Dr. of State (MoS) (Independent Charge) Rao Inderjit
Ambedkar International Centre, Janpath, New Singh, MOSPI.
BILATRAL AND MOU

built to carry tourists to Crimea before Russia
India hands over First Payment to Sri Lanka for annexed the region in 2014.
Power Projects  Prime Minister Modi also visited the Mahatma
 Indian High Commissioner Santosh Jha handed Gandhi statue in Kyiv's Oasis of Peace park.
over the first payment for hybrid power projects on Four agreements/MoUs were signed during PM Modi‘s
three Sri Lankan islands(Delft, Nainativu and visit. These are
Analaitivu islands). 1. Cooperation in Agriculture and Food Industry;
 The project is being implemented under grant 2. Cooperation in Medical Products Regulation;
assistance of USD 11 million from the Government 3. India to provide Humanitarian Grant Assistance to
of India. Ukraine for Implementation of High Impact
USA Approves USD 52.8 Million Sale of Sonobuoys Community Development Projects and
to India 4. Cultural Cooperation for the 2024-2028 period.
 The USA has approved the Foreign Military Sale of  About Ukraine :-Capital: Kyiv, Currency: hryvnya,
Sonobuoys and related gears to India at an President : Volodymyr Zelensky
estimated cost of USD 52.8 million. Prime Minister presents BHISHM Cubes to Ukraine
 This aims to enhance India‘s anti-submarine  Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi presented four
warfare capabilities, particularly for its MH-60R BHISHM (Bharat Health Initiative for Sahyog Hita
helicopters & Maitri) Cubes to the Government of Ukraine .
India-USA agrees to Advance Co-Production  President of Ukraine H.E. Mr. Volodymyr
Agreements Zelenskyy thanked Prime Minister for the
India and the USA agreed to advance co-production humanitarian assistance. The Cubes will help in
projects, including the GE F-414 engine for Tejas Mk-2 expeditious treatment of the injured and contribute
aircraft and Stryker armoured infantry combat vehicles. to saving precious lives.
PM Modi's Historic Visit to Ukraine, four  Each BHISHM Cube consists of medicines and
MoU/Agreement signed equipment for the first line of care for all kinds of
 During Prime Minister Narendra Modi's historic injuries and medical situations. It also includes
visit to Ukraine, both countries signed four surgical equipment for a basic Operation Room that
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)/agreements can manage 10-15 basic surgeries per day. The
to strengthen their bilateral relations. Cube has the capacity to handle about 200 cases of
 Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived for a short diverse nature in emergency situations such as
seven-hour stay in Ukraine on 23 December after trauma, bleeding, burns, fractures, etc. It can also
visiting Poland on a special Train ‗Rail Force One‘. generate its own power and oxygen in limited
 Rail Force One is a special train run by the amounts. A team of experts from India has been
government-owned Ukrainian Railways. It was
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deployed to provide initial training to the Ukrainian domestic market, particularly under the India-Asean free
side to operate the Cube. trade agreement
India Permits Export of Non-Basmati White Rice to India & Maldives Renew MoU to Train 1,000 CSOs
Malaysia from 2024 to 2029
The Indian government has authorized the export of  Union Minister, Dr. S. Jaishankar, MEA, and Mr.
200,000 tonnes of non-basmati white rice to Malaysia Moosa Zameer, Minister of Foreign Affairs of
through National Cooperative Exports Limited (NCEL) Maldives, renewed the MoU for capacity building
PM Modi in Poland: India Poland elevates ties to of 1,000 Maldivian Civil Service Officers (CSOs)
Strategic Partnership from 2024 to 2029, in Malé, as part of the
 India and Poland have agreed to elevate their development partnership discussions between both
bilateral relations to a Strategic Partnership during the nations.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi's official visit to  India and the Maldives have also signed a
Poland. Prime Minister Modi is on a two-nation - Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
Poland and Ukraine, from 21 to 23 August 2024. introduce the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in
 He met the Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and the Maldives.
President Andrzej Sebastian Duda. CAG & Chamber of Accounts of Uzbekistan Signed
 They agreed on a five-year Action Plan that will MoU to Exchange Auditing Expertise
guide bilateral collaboration in identified areas of The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG),
cooperation from 2024 to 2028. the Supreme Audit Institution (SAI) of India, signed a
 During his visit to Poland, PM Modi visited Good Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
Maharaja Square, the Monte Cassino Memorial, and Chamber of Accounts of Uzbekistan, the SAI of
the Kolhapur family memorial in Warsaw. Uzbekistan, in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, to foster
 About Poland : President :Andrzej Sebastian Duda, collaboration and exchange of expertise in auditing
Prime Minister: Donald Tusk , Capital: Warsaw , between the two nations.
Currency: Polish zloty India & Sri Lanka Sign MoU for LNG Infrastructure
PLL signs MoU with LTL Holdings to supply LNG to Development
Sri Lankan power plants  A Memorandum of Understanding was signed
Petronet LNG Limited (PLL), India and LTL Holdings between Indian company ‗Petronet LNG limited‘
(formerly known as Lanka Transformers Limited), Sri and a Sri Lanka based private company for
Lanka signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) infrastructure development and supply of Liquified
in Colombo, Sri Lanka, for the supply of Liquified Natural Gas in Colombo.
Natural Gas (LNG) to LTL‘s dual-fuelled power plants  The MoU would allow for development of LNG
in Kerawalapitiya, Colombo. based power plants with capacity of over 1000 MW
India, EU Prepare for Conference on Online at Kerawalapitiya near Colombo as well as supply
Radicalization of the fuel from Kochi LNG Terminal.
 India and the European Union (EU) are coming India dispatches anti-cancer drugs to Syria in
together for an important meeting called the EU- humanitarian assistance
India Track 1.5 Conference on August 21-22 in India has extended humanitarian assistance to Syria by
New Delhi. dispatching a consignment of approximately 1400 kgs of
 The main focus of this conference is to address the anti-cancer drugs. This move is part of India's efforts to
serious issue of online radicalization, which is when strengthen bilateral relations with Syria, where the
extremist groups use the internet to spread their Indian Embassy remains active. The assistance comes at
harmful ideas and recruit people. a time when Syria's First Lady Asma Assad was
Sri Lanka and India Collaborate on LNG diagnosed with leukaemia, highlighting the need for such
Infrastructure Development for Power Generation humanitarian aid.
The Sri Lankan government and India‘s state-run firm, India and Saudi Arabia signed MoU to enhance
Petronet LNG Limited, have signed a Memorandum of bilateral cooperation in public sector auditing in
Understanding (MoU) to develop critical infrastructure Riyadh
for the storage, regasification, and supply of Liquefied In a significant move to enhance bilateral cooperation in
Natural Gas (LNG) to power plants in Sri Lanka. public sector auditing, India and Saudi Arabia signed a
Nepal To Export 1000 MW Electricity To India Memorandum of Understanding today in Riyadh. The
Nepal will export nearly 1,000 MW of electricity to agreement was signed by Shri Girish Chandra Murmu,
India, External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar said after the Comptroller and Auditor General of India, and Dr.
meeting his Nepalese counterpart Arzu Rana Deuba in Hussam Al-Angari, President of the Saudi General Court
New Delhi on August 19. He went on to describe the of Audit. The signing ceremony was also attended by Dr.
development as a ―new milestone―. Suhel Khan, the Indian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia.
Government Initiates Anti-Dumping Investigation The MoU aims to foster collaboration and facilitate the
into Steel Imports from Vietnam exchange of expertise between the two nations in the
India has initiated an anti-dumping investigation into the realm of public sector auditing.
import of hot rolled flat products from Vietnam India and Nepal Collaborate to Launch Munal
following complaints that these products are being sold Satellite
at significantly low prices, negatively impacting the  The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India
domestic steel industry. The move, driven by requests and NewSpace India Limited (NSIL), the
from leading Indian steelmakers such as JSW Steel and commercial arm of ISRO, signed an agreement to
ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India (AM/NS India), seeks assist in launching the Nepal-built Munal satellite.
to address the adverse effects of cheap imports on the
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 Munal is an indigenous satellite developed in Nepal Hyderabad House in New Delhi, aims to celebrate and
under the guidance of the Nepal Academy of preserve the shared maritime heritage of both nations.
Science and Technology (NAST). India and Israel Launch New Water Technology
5th ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement Joint Centre at IIT-Madras
Committee held in Jakarta  India and Israel have launched a joint project to set
 The 5th AITIGA Joint Committee and related up a Centre of Water Technology at the Indian
meetings took place from July 29 to August 1, Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras. This initiative
2024, at the ASEAN Secretariat in Jakarta, is designed to strengthen India‘s efforts in
Indonesia. sustainable water management and improve water
 The goal of these meetings was to strengthen resource management practices.
economic cooperation between ASEAN countries  A formal agreement, known as the Joint Statement
and India, emphasizing the importance of the of Intent, was signed by the Embassy of Israel, IIT
ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement Madras, and the AMRUT mission (Atal Mission for
(AITIGA). Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation) from the
India‟s First GI-Tagged Fig Juice Exported to Poland Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
Purandar Highlands Farmers Producer Company Ltd has  As part of the initiative, a capacity-building course
achieved a significant milestone by exporting India‘s titled ‘24/7 Water Supply in Urban Areas‘ was held
first GI-tagged fig juice to Poland. This follows the at IIT Madras from August 5 to August 8.
successful export of India‘s first commercial India-Australia Hold Maritime Security Dialogue
consignment of GI-tagged Purandar figs to Hong Kong 6th India-Australia Maritime Security Dialogue was held
in February 2023. in Canberra, focusing on strengthening maritime security
Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina land in cooperation in the Indian Ocean Region.
Hindon air base after she fled Bangladesh in August Todd Mcclay in India: New Zealand & India to boost
2024 Agricultural ties
 Sheikh Hasina Wazed, five five-time Bangladesh India and New Zealand have agreed to strengthen and
Prime Minister, resigned on 4 August 2024 and fled boost their agricultural trade ties. This was agreed upon
to India in a military helicopter after a month-long during the visit of New Zealand‘s Minister for
deadly student protest. The student protests against Agriculture, Forestry, Trade, and Associate Minister for
the job quota soon turned into an anti-government Foreign Affairs, Todd Mcclay, who met the Union
agitation, which has led to over 300 people, mainly Minister for Agriculture & Farmers‘ Welfare and Rural
civilians, dead in the country. Development, Shivraj Singh Chouhan, in New Delhi on
 Her resignation ended her uninterrupted 15-year 12 August 2024.
rule in Bangladesh. She had been the Prime India & USA Signed MoU to Promote Cooperation
Minister of Bangladesh for 20 years. on Small & Medium Enterprises
 Bangladesh's longest-serving prime minister The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
helicopter landed at the Indian Air Forces Hindon (MoMSME), Government of India (GoI) and the Small
air base in Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh. Business Administration (SBA) of the Government of
 In June 2024, the High Court in Bangladesh, in a the United States of America (USA) signed a
ruling, reinstated 30 per cent of government jobs for Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote
the descendants of those who participated in the cooperation on Small and Medium-sized Enterprises
country‘s 1971 liberation movement. This meant (SMEs), in New Delhi, Delhi.
that around 56 per cent of the government jobs in
Bangladesh were reserved for various sections of MoU
society in Bangladesh. ReNew and Microsoft Signed 437.6 MW Clean Power
 The main opposition parties -Bangladesh Sale Agreement
Nationalist Party and the Jamaat-i-Islami supported  ReNew Power Private Limited(ReNew/ RPPL), a
the student movement demanding the resignation of subsidiary of ReNew Energy Global PLC
Sheikh Hasina. announced the signing of a clean power sale
India wins terminal rights to strategic Mongla Port in agreement of 437.6 MegaWatt (MW) with the
Bangladesh over China United States of America (USA)-based tech
 India has successfully obtained the operational company, Microsoft Corporation.
rights for a terminal at Mongla Port in Bangladesh,  The agreement is expected to produce more than 1
which is the country's second-largest seaport. This million units of green electricity attributes annually,
strategic acquisition is significant as it represents a which will help the Microsoft to become carbon
counter to China‘s growing influence in the Indian negative by 2030.
Ocean region. ICAR-CIFE and VAMNICOM Sign MoU to Boost
 Indian Port Global Limited (IPGL) will manage the Cooperative Management in Fisheries Sector
terminal, which will enhance India's regional  ICAR-Central Institute of Fisheries Education
presence and security. (ICAR-CIFE) and Vaikunth Mehta National
India and Vietnam are collaborating to develop the Institute of Cooperative Management
National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) in (VAMNICOM) signed an MoU to enhance
Lothal, Gujarat cooperative management in the fisheries sector.
India and Vietnam are collaborating to develop the  The partnership aims to support the establishment
National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) in of 2 lakh Primary Agricultural Credit Societies
Lothal, Gujarat. This partnership, marked by the signing (PACS), Dairy, and Fishery Cooperatives in every
of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at Panchayat.
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MSDE & Flipkart signed MoU to Upskill Employable of Posts working under the Ministry of Communications
Youth Across India at KVIC, Rajghat New Delhi office on August 20.
 The Ministry of Skill Development and Boeing Partners with AIESL to Support Indian
Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has exchanged a Navy‟s P-8I Fleet
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with  American aerospace manufacturing company,
Flipkart‘s Supply Chain Operations Academy Boeing has partnered with with AI Engineering
(SCOA) to upskill thousands of employable youth Services Limited (AIESL) to provide in-country
across India. maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services
 The MoU was exchanged during an event which for Indian Navy (IN)‘s fleet of twelve Boeing P-8I
celebrates the 5-year journey of Flipkart Samarth, a (Poseidon Eight India), maritime surveillance
program that empowers artisans, weavers, Self- aircrafts.
Help Groups (SHGs), Women and Rural  This partnership recently achieved a significant
entrepreneurs. milestone with the completion of the 1st ever in-
GAIL and Petron Scientech Partner for Bio-Ethylene country landing gear overhaul at naval base Indian
Plant in India Naval Ship (INS) Rajali in Chennai, Tamil Nadu
GAIL (India) Limited and Petron Scientech Inc. have (TN).
signed an MoU to develop a 500 KTA bio-ethylene plant IRCTC & NCRTC Collaborates To Launch „One
in India through a 50:50 joint venture. The plant will use India – One Ticket‟ Initiative
bio-ethanol, focusing on sustainability and advancing the  The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism
bio-economy. Corporation (IRCTC) and National Capital Region
MNRE Minister Chaired HoT Agreement Signing Transport Corporation (NCRTC) have collaborated
between India, Singapore & Japan to Export Green to launch the ‗One India – One Ticket‘ initiative
Ammonia from India to Japan designed to enhance the travel experience for
 Union Minister Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Ministry passengers on Indian Railways(IR) and Namo
of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) chaired Bharat Trains.
the signing ceremony of the first-ever Heads of  This initiative will allow passengers to book Namo
Terms (HoT) agreement for exporting Green Bharat tickets for up to 8 travellers in a single
Ammonia from India to Japan. booking through the IRCTC platform with flexible
 The HoT agreement was signed in New Delhi, cancellation and payment options.
Delhi, between Singapore-based Sembcorp Green  The Namo Bharat tickets can be reserved up to 120
Hydrogen Pte. Ltd., a wholly-owned subsidiary of days in advance, in accordance with the current
Asia‘s leading energy provider Sembcorp Industries Railway reservation window.
Limited, and Japan-based companies namely, Sojitz EEPC India & ISSDA Signed MoU To Boost MSME
Corporation, Kyushu Electric Power Company, and Exports Of Steel Products
NYK (Nippon Yusen Kabushiki Kaisha) Line The Engineering Export Promotion Council of India
BharatPe partners with OTO Capital and Volt (EEPC India) and the Indian Stainless Steel
Money to offer secured loans Development Association (ISSDA) signed a
BharatPe has partnered with OTO Capital, an emerging Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance the
digital commerce and lending platform, for enabling export of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
two-wheeler loans. It has also partnered with Volt (MSME) members in the engineering and stainless steel
Money to facilitate Loans Against Mutual Funds to its sectors.
merchant partners. GAIL and Petron to Establish 500 KTA Bio-Ethylene
BharatPe‘s merchants can now avail two-wheeler loans Plant in India
of up to Rs 2.5 lakh, at competitive interest rates, for GAIL (India) Limited and US-based Petron Scientech
their next two-wheeler purchase from OTO Capital. Inc signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
Udaan partners with MOCAF&PD, SIDBI to explore the development of a 500 Kilo Tonne per
Transform FPS into Jan Poshan Kendras Annum (KTA) bio-ethylene plant in India.
 Udaan, a B2B (Business to Business) e-commerce Visakhapatnam Steel Plant inks MoU with IOCL for
company, has partnered with the Ministry of supply of lubricants
Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited-Visakhapatnam Steel
(MOCAF&PD), and the Small Industries Plant (RINL-VSP) signed an MoU with M/S Indian Oil
Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to transform Corporation Limited (IOCL) for the supply of hydraulic
Fair Price Shops (FPSs) into Jan Poshan Kendras and lubricating oils & greases for a period of five years
(JPK). till 2029.
 The pilot has been launched across 60 selected Railways, Amazon sign deal to scale up use of train
FPSs from Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh (UP), network for faster delivery of customer packages
Telangana, and Gujarat The railway ministry and e-commerce marketplace
 Under this partnership, Jan Poshan Kendras will Amazon India signed a memorandum of understanding
receive credit facilities from SIDBI to purchase (MoU) on Thursday to further strengthen their existing
food grains and Fast-Moving Consumer Goods partnership for reliable and fast transportation of
(FMCG) products, and access to over 3,500 Amazon India packages through the Indian Railways'
products through Udaan‘s eB2B platform. robust regional network.
KVIC & DoP Sign MoU For Physical Verification of GAIL and RRVUNL Sign MoU to Explore Joint
PMEGP Venture for Gas-Based Power Plants and Renewable
Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC), Projects
Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises  State-run GAIL has signed a Memorandum of
(MSME) signed an important MoU with the Department Understanding (MoU) with Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut
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Utpadan Nigam (RRVUNL) to explore the transfer  About Asian Development Bank(ADB): President-
of RRVUNL‘s gas-based power plants into a MasatsuguAsakawa (Japan) Headquarters-
proposed joint venture company (JVC). Mandaluyong City, Manila, the Philippines
 This development is crucial for enhancing power Members Nations- 68(49 members nations are from
reliability during peak consumption periods. Asia-Pacific region) Established-1966
SCTIMST Signs MoU with WHO to Enhance GoI and World Bank Signed USD 500 Million
Medical Device Production Agreement for Construction of GNHCP
Sree Chitra Tirunal Institute for Medical Science and  Union Minister NitinGadkari, Ministry of Road
Technology (SCTIMST) under the Department of Transport and Highways (MoRTH) announced that
Science and Technology (DST), within the Ministry of the Government of India (GoI) and the World Bank
Science and Technology (MoST) has signed a (WB) have signed a USD 500 million agreement to
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the World construct the Green National Highway Corridors
Health Organisation (WHO) at a ceremony held in Project (GNHCP).
Indian National Science Academy(INSA) in New  The project aims to deploy a safe and green
Delhi(Delhi) to enhance medical device production in highway using green technologies and climate
India. resilience methodology.
AIIA Signed MoU with Amity University To Boost  MoRTH also informed that the scheduled date for
Ayurvedic Research & Education the final completion of the GNHCP project is May
All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) has signed a 2026.
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Amity POWERGRID‟s CSR Collaboration with AIIMS for
University, Noida (Uttar Pradesh, UP) to collaborate on Enhanced Healthcare Services
education, research, and technology in the field of K. Tyagi, Chairman and Managing Director of Power
Ayurveda. Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), met
ISLRTC & AWES Signed MoU to Promote Indian with M. Srinivas, Director of AIIMS Delhi, along with
Sign Language senior officials from both organizations, to discuss
The Indian Sign Language Research and Training Centre potential collaborations in Corporate Social
(ISLRTC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding Responsibility (CSR) initiatives aimed at enhancing
(MoU) with the Army Welfare Education Society healthcare services for the poor and underprivileged.
(AWES) to promote Indian Sign Language (ISL) and VishramSadan Projects: As part of its CSR activities,
create more accessible and supportive learning POWERGRID has established a 300-bed VishramSadan
environment for students who are deaf or hard of at AIIMS, Delhi. This facility provides a comfortable
hearing. and affordable stay for patients and their relatives during
IIT-M Partners with IDBI To Launch Cybersecurity treatment.
Lab RailTel and Cylus Partnership: Enhancing
The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IITM), Cybersecurity for Indian Railways
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has partnered with the Industrial RailTel, a leading public sector entity in
Development Bank of India Limited (IDBI) to establish telecommunications and ICT solutions, has entered a
the ‗IDBI – IITM Secure Systems Lab‘ (I2SSL) at IITM strategic partnership with Cylus, a prominent
campus to develop and deploy security solutions in cybersecurity firm specializing in the rail sector.
healthcare, fintech and aerospace. Nehru Group & Global Education Outreach
iDEX& AFMS Signed MoU For Medical Innovations Mauritius signed MoU for Education Collaboration
and Research Advancement Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu)-based Nehru Group of
The Innovations for Defence Excellence-Defence Institutions and Global Education Outreach Mauritius
Innovation Organisation (iDEX-DIO), the flagship signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for
initiative of Ministry of Defence (MoD) has signed educational collaboration during the India-Mauritius
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Armed Trade Conference 2024 held in Port Louis, Mauritius.
Forces Medical Services (AFMS) for the launch of NHA And MUHS Sign MoU To Drive Digital Health
Medical Innovations and Research Advancement Education
(MIRA). In a significant step towards driving Digital Health
GoI& ADB Signed Loan Agreement worth USD 200 education across India, a Memorandum of
million for Enhanced Urban Sanitation Understanding (MoU) was signed between the National
 The Government of India (GoI) has signed a USD Health Authority (NHA) and Maharashtra University of
200 million loan agreement with Asian Health Sciences (MUHS) in the presence of Union
Development Bank (ADB) to enhance solid waste Health Minister, Shri J P Nadda, on August 13.
management and sanitation in 100 cities across 8 UNICEF and Bengal Partner to Engage Fathers in
states in India. Breastfeeding
 The loan agreement is part of the Swachh Bharat The West Bengal government and UNICEF have teamed
Mission(SBM) 2.0 – Comprehensive Municipal up to encourage fathers to play an active role in
Waste Management in Indian Cities Program. promoting breastfeeding among new mothers. This
 This loan arrangement will support the objectives of initiative aims to enhance family support for
Swacch Bharat (Clean India) Mission- Urban 2.0, is breastfeeding and improve the rates of exclusive
an initiative led by GoI which aims to make all breastfeeding for the first six months of a child‘s life.
Indian cities to be garbage free by 2026, by TIAL Receives Greentech Award For Zero Waste To
enhancing sanitation and solid waste management Landfill
infrastructure including waste segregation,  Thiruvananthapuram International Airport Limited
collection and disposal. (TIAL) has received the prestigious ‗Pollution
Control Waste Management & Recycling (PCWR)
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Award 2024‘ by Greentech Foundation in the field  The airport authorities received the award during
of waste management and processing. the Greentech PCWR 2024 Summit, Awards and
Expo held in Guwahati, Assam.
AWARD AND HONOR

 Award for Best Film Critic-Deepak Dua (Hindi)
Government announces 70th National Film Awards FICCI Honours Ayushmann Khurrana and Neeraj
2022 winner‟s List Chopra as Youth Icons of India.
 Rahul Rawail was the Chairperson of the Feature  The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce
Film Jury, Nila Madhab Panda was the and Industry (FICCI) recently organized its
Chairperson of the Non-Feature Film Jury and prestigious Young Leaders Awards in New Delhi.
Gangadhar Mudalair was the Chairperson of the  The ceremony was graced by two outstanding
Best Writing on Cinema Jury. personalities who received the coveted FICCI
 The films which were made in 2022 were Young Leaders Youth Icon award:
considered for the awards.  Ayushmann Khurrana: Bollywood superstar and
 List of Important Award winner (Feature Film versatile actor
Category)  Neeraj Chopra: Olympic gold medalist in javelin
 Best Feature Film - Aattam (Malayalam), Director: throw.
Anand Ekarshi Kerala Tourism Clinches PATA Gold Award 2024
 Best Debut Film of a Director- Fouja (Hrryanvi), for Innovative „Holiday Heist‟ Campaign
Director Parmod Kumar In a significant achievement for Indian tourism, Kerala
 Best Popular Film Providing Wholesome Tourism has once again put India on the global tourism
Entertainment- Kantara (Kannada), Director Rishab map by winning the prestigious Pacific Asia Travel
Shetty Association (PATA) Gold Award 2024. This accolade
 Best Feature Film Promoting Social, National, and recognizes the state‘s innovative online contest, ‗Holiday
Environmental Values- Kutch Express (Gujarati) - Heist‘, in the Digital Marketing Campaign category.
Director: Viral Shah Department of Pension and Pensioners‟ Welfare
 Best Film in AVGC (Animation, Visual Effects Organises 7th Anubhav Awards Ceremony
Gaming & Comic)- Brahamstra Part -1 Shiva, The Department of Pension and Pensioners‘ Welfare
Director: Ayan Mukerji today organised the 7th Anubhav Awards Ceremony in
 Best Direction -Uunchai (Hindi), Director: Sooraj New Delhi to recognise the contribution made by
R. Barjatya Government employees in service.Secretary Pension and
 Best Actor in a Leading Role- Rishab Shetty for the Pensioners‘ Welfare V. Srinivas conferred five Anubhav
film Kantara awards and 10 Jury Certificates to employees from nine
 Best Actress in a Leading Role- Nithya Menen for different departments and ministries.
film Thiruchitrambalam (Tamil), Manasi Parekh - Ram Charan Awarded „Ambassador of Indian Arts
Kutch Express (Gujarati), and Culture‟ at Indian Film Festival of Melbourne
 Best Actor in a Supporting Role -Pavan Raj 2024
Malhotra for the film Fouja  Indian actor Konidela Ram Charan Teja, who works
 Best Actress in a Supporting Role - Neena Gupta predominantly in Telugu cinema, was honoured
for the film Uunchai with the prestigious title of ―Ambassador of Indian
 Best Child Artist - Sreepath for film Malikappuram Arts and Culture‖ during the 15th edition of Indian
(Malayalam) Film Festival of Melbourne (IFFM 2024) held at the
 Best Male Playback Singer -Arijit Singh for the Palais Theatre in St. Kilda, Melbourne (Australia).
film Brahmastra  IFFM 2024 was held from 15 to 25 August 2024
 Best Female Playback Singer -Bombay Jayashri for backed and presented by the Victorian Government
film Chaayum Veyil (Malayalam) in Australia.
 Best Music Direction - Pritam for the film  In addition to being the Guest of Honour, Ram
Brahmastra Charan also hoisted the Indian national flag at
Other Category Melbourne‘s iconic Federation Square during the
 Best Hindi Film- Gulmohar Directed by Rahul V. IFFM 2024.
Chittella Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das
 Best Tiwa film -Sikaisal (If Only Trees Could Named Top Central Banker for Second Consecutive
Talk), Directed by Dr. Bobby Sarma Baruah Year
 Special Mention - Gulmohar (Hindi) and Kadhikan  Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta
(Malayalam) Das has been ranked the top central banker globally
 Best Non-Feature Film- Ayena (Hindi/Urdu), for the second consecutive year by US-based
Directed by Siddhant Sarin Global Finance magazine.
 Award for Best Book on Cinema- Kishore Kumar:  Das has been placed at the top of the list of three
The Ultimate Biography(English) Author-Anirudha central bank governors, who have been rated A+.
Bhattacharjee & Parthiv Dhar
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 Denmark‘s Christian Kettel Thomsen, India‘s Skytrax is a London, the United Kingdom–based
Shaktikanta Das and Switzerland‘s Thomas Jordan consultancy that runs airline and airport review website.
have been ranked under the ‗A+‘ category of central Singapore Airlines has topped among the Best Airlines
bankers. in Asia in 2024.
RGIA Wins Best Airport Award for Third President Droupadi Murmu Conferred “Companion
Consecutive Year of the Order of Fiji”
The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA) in  Indian President Droupadi Murmu‘s recent two-day
Hyderabad has once again been recognized as the Best state visit to Fiji marks a significant step in
Airport at the India Travel Awards for the third year in a strengthening diplomatic relations between India
row. and Fiji.
President of India confers National Geoscience  A traditional Fijian welcome ceremony was held,
Awards 2023 on 21 Geoscientists attended by Fijian Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka.
President of India Droupadi Murmu conferred the  President Murmu had an important meeting with
National Geoscience Awards (NGA) for 2023 of the Fijian President Williame Katonivere at the State
Ministry of Mines on 21 Geoscientists during a House.
ceremony organized at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural  During the meeting, President Murmu was awarded
Centre in New Delhi, Delhi. the Companion of the Order of Fiji, the highest
Union Minister Giriraj Singh Presents 24th honour in Fiji.
Handicrafts Export Awards Australia Announces Maitri Grants For Research
Union Minister Giriraj Singh Presented EPCH‘s 24th And Cultural Collaboration With India
Handicrafts Export Awards Union Minister Giriraj The Australian government has unveiled the Maitri
Singh, Ministry of Textiles (MoT), presented the 24th Research and Cultural Partnerships Grants. These grants,
Handicrafts Export Awards to Indian handicraft aimed at fostering Australia-India collaboration,
exporters during a ceremony organised by the Export encompass sustainable manufacturing, energy transition
Promotion Council for Handicrafts (EPCH) at the research, and artistic projects.
Convention Hall – The Ashok Hotel, in New Delhi, KIIT Awarded UN ECOSOC Special Consultative
Delhi. Status
Performance Period: 2019-20 and 2020-21 Bhubaneswar, Odisha-based Kalinga Institute of
Awards: 123 awards to 62 winners for 2019-20 and 61 Industrial Technology (KIIT) Deemed to be University
winners for 2020-21 (DU) has been granted Special Consultative Status by
Lifetime Achievement Award: Muzafar Hussain, Jammu the United Nations Economic and Social Council (UN
and Kashmir ECOSOC). This acknowledgment highlights KIIT‘s
World Airline Awards 2024 by Skytrax: India‟s dedication to the Sustainable Development Goals
Vistara voted as Best Airline in India/South Asia (SDGs), and UN‘s Agenda 2030.
2024 Shah Rukh Khan Honored at 77th Locarno Film
Skytrax‘s World Airline Awards 2024 has honoured Festival
Indian airline Vistara (Tata SIA Airlines Limited) as the  Shah Rukh Khan, famous as Bollywood‘s ‗King
Best Airline in India / South Asia 2024. Khan‘, received a career achievement award at the
Vistara(India) is ranked 16th in the World‘s Best Airline 77th Locarno Film Festival
ranking and 8th in Asia‘s Best Airlines ranking.  The Locarno Film Festival started in 1946. It
Qatar Airways has been voted the World‘s Best Airline happens every August in the beautiful town of
for the 8th time. Singapore Airlines, which topped the Locarno, Switzerland.
2023 list, is ranked 2nd followed by the Emirates(UAE)
at 3rd position.
PERSON IN NEWS
Jay Shah has been elected unopposed as the new Chair
Satish Kumar Vaduguri of the International Cricket Council (ICC), succeeding
The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) Greg Barclay.
has appointed Satish Kumar Vaduguri as the interim B Srinivasan
Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) The Centre has appointed senior IPS officer B Srinivasan
Rajneesh Narang as the new Director General of the National Security
Rajneesh Narang appointed as the interim Chairman and Guard (NSG)
Managing Director (CMD) of Hindustan Petroleum Vice Admiral CR Praveen Nair
Corporation Limited (HPCL). Vice Admiral CR Praveen Nair, a Surface Warfare
Satish Kumar specialist in Communications and Electronic Warfare,
Satish Kumar Appointed as First SC Chairman & CEO took over the command of the Indian Naval Academy,
of Indian Railway Board Ezhimala.
Jay Shah Fatemeh Mohajerani
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Fatemeh Mohajerani has been appointed as Iran‘s first Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh has been appointed as the
female government spokesperson by President Masoud Managing Director (MD) of the State Bank of India
Pezeshkian. (SBI)
Joseph Francis Pereira PR Sreejesh.
Joseph Francis Pereira, a Pakistani Christian, became the Hockey India (HI) has officially announced that retiring
first Goan to receive Indian citizenship under the goalkeeper PR Sreejesh will be the new head coach for
Citizenship (Amendment) Act (CAA) 2019. the Indian junior men‘s hockey team. This decision
Gopichand Thotakura follows India‘s recent bronze medal victory at the 2024
Gopichand Thotakura became India's first civilian space Olympics.
tourist by participating in Blue Origin's New Shepard-25 T.V. Somanathan
(NS-25) mission. Senior IAS Officer T.V. Somanathan has been appointed
Diana Pundole as the new Cabinet Secretary of India, succeeding Rajiv
Diana Pundole has made history by becoming the first Gauba, whose term ends this month
woman to win the National Car Racing Championship in Tan Su Shan.
India. Indian-origin top Singapore banker Piyush Gupta is set
Alister Yoong to step down as the Chief Executive Officer of the DBS
Alister Yoong, a talented Malaysian racer, clinched Group in March 2025. He will be succeeded by Tan Su
victory in the inaugural race of the Indian Racing Shan, who was appointed Deputy CEO yesterday, in
League, driving for the Bengal Tigers at Chennai addition to being Group Head, Institutional Banking, at
Deepti Gaur Mukherjee DBS.
Deepti Gaur Mukherjee, a 1993 batch IAS officer of the Daljit Singh Chawdhary
Madhya Pradesh cadre, has taken over as Secretary to Daljit Singh Chawdhary, the DG of the Sahastra Seema
the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), succeeding Bal (SSB), has been given the additional charge of the
Manoj Govil. BSF DG position until a regular appointment is made or
Pavel Durov further orders are issued.
Pavel Durov, the founder of Telegram, was arrested in Yogesh Bahadur Khurania
France, specifically in Paris, on accusations of failing to Senior Indian Police Service (IPS) officer Yogesh
manage illegal content on the platform. Bahadur Khurania (Y.B. Khurania) of the 1990 batch is
Susmita Debnath likely to become the next Director General of Police
Susmita Debnath, a talented yoga practitioner from (DGP) of Odisha.
Howrah, won gold in the artistic solo category at the Dr. Grinson George
Asia Pacific Yoga championship held in Sri Lanka. Dr. Grinson George assumes office as the new Director
Parvathaneni Harish of Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute
The Ministry of External Affairs has appointed seasoned Inderjit Camotra
diplomat Parvathaneni Harish as India‘s next Permanent The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-
Representative to the United Nations in New York. appointment of Inderjit Camotra as Managing Director
Paetongtarn Shinawatra (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Unity Small
Paetongtarn Shinawatra (37years old), was elected as Finance Bank (SFB) for two years.
youngest-ever and second female Prime Minister (PM) Muhammad Yunus
of Thailand by the Parliament. Bangladesh‘s Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus will
Rakshitha Raju head the country‘s interim government after former
Rakshitha Raju, a visually impaired athlete born with Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina stepped down and fled the
vision impairment but raised by her grandmother, will country amid a mass uprising against her rule led mostly
make history as India's first athlete in the Women‘s by students.
1500m T-11 Category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics. Lt Gen Vikas Lakhera
Rajesh Nambiar A significant change in leadership took place as Lt
Rajesh Nambiar, the former Chairman and MD of General Vikas Lakhera assumed charge as the new
Cognizant India, has been appointed as the Nasscom Director General of the Assam Rifles.
President-designate. Dinesh Karthik
M Suresh In a move that bridges the cricketing worlds of India and
M Suresh has been appointed as the interim Chairman of South Africa, former Indian wicketkeeper-batsman
the Airports Authority of India (AAI). Dinesh Karthik has been named the brand ambassador
Satya Prakash Sangwan for the SA20 League.
The Paralympic Committee of India (PCI) appointed Challa Sreenivasulu.
Satya Prakash Sangwan as the Chef de Mission (CMD) Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC)
for the Indian team in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games. approved the appointment of Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
S. Sukumaran Nair as the Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI).
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the
appointment of S. Sukumaran Nair as the Managing OBITUARY
Director and Chief Executive Officer of Tamilnad Daniela Larreal Chirinos
Mercantile Bank for a period of three years. Daniela Greluis Larreal Chirinos, a Five time Olympic
Raj Kumar Chaudhary cyclist has passed away at the age of 50 in Las Vegas,
Raj Kumar Chaudhary took charge as the Chairman and Nevada, United States of America (USA).
Managing Director (CMD) of NHPC Limited. Salim Ahmad al-Huss
Rana Ashutosh Kumar Singh Former Lebanese PM Salim Ahmad al-Huss Passed
Away
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Nari Hira (CAF), the governing body of African football, passed
Nari Hira, Renowned Film Producer & Owner of Magna away at the age of 77 in Paris, France.
Publishing Passed Away Yamini Krishnamurthy
Dr Ram Narain Agarwal Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi veteran Yamini
Renowned Indian scientist Dr Ram Narain Agarwal, a Krishnamurthy passed away in New Delhi at the age of
pivotal figure in the development of India‘s missile 83.She was born on December 20, 1940 in Madanapalli
system, died at the age of 84.Known as the ‗Father of in Andhra Pradesh‘s Chittoor district.
Agni Missiles‘, Dr Agarwal played a key role in defence Krishnamurthy published her autobiography, ―A Passion
research and in the development of India‘s long-range For Dance‖ in 1995.
ballistic missile program, particularly the Agni series of Krishnamurthy received the Padma Shri at the young age
missiles. of 28 in 1968, Padma Bhushan in 2001 and Padma
Rakesh Pal Vibhushan in 2016.
Director General Rakesh Pal, who served as the 25th She was also conferred the Sangeet Natak Akademi
Director General of the Indian Coast Guard, passed away Award in 1977.
from a heart attack in Chennai. CR Prasad
Maria Branyas CR Prasad, former Chairman and Managing Director
Maria Branyas, an American-born Spaniard who was the (CMD) of GAIL (India) Limited, has passed away at the
world's oldest known living person, passed away at age age of 83.
117. Subhash Dandekar
Salseng Marak Subhash Dandekar, the founder of stationery brand
Former Meghalaya CM Salseng Marak Passed Away Camlin, has passed away at the age of 86.
S. Padmanabhan Ismail Kadare
General Sundararajan Padmanabhan, former Chief of Albanian novelist and poet Ismail Kadare, whose
Army Staff(COAS), passed away at the age of 83 in irreverent works from inside communist Albania earned
Chennai, Tamil Nadu(TN). him international renown and repression from the
Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee country‘s dictatorship, has passed away at the age of 83
Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee, Former W.B Chief Minister, in Tirana.
Passes Away. Graham Thorpe.
Tsung-Dao Lee The cricketing world mourns the loss of Graham Thorpe,
Chinese-American physicist Tsung-Dao Lee, who in a former England cricketer and coach, who passed away
1957 became the second-youngest scientist to receive a on Monday at the age of 55.
Nobel Prize, died on August 4, at his home in San Janet Yang
Francisco at age 97. Film producer Janet Yang has been re-elected for a third
Natwar Singh term as the President of the Academy of Motion Picture
Former External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh passed Arts and Sciences.
away at 95, due to a prolonged illness on August 10. Anshuman Gaekwad
Susan Wojcicki Former Indian Cricketer and Coach Anshuman Gaekwad
Susan Wojcicki, a pioneering figure in the tech industry Passes Away.
and former CEO of YouTube, has passed away at the Tsung-Dao Lee
age of 56 following a two-year battle with cancer. Nobel Prize winning Chinese-American physicist
Issa Hayatou Tsung-Dao Lee passed away at the age of 97 in San
Issa Hayatou, a Cameroonian athlete, and the Former Francisco, California, the United States of America
President of the Confederation of African Football (USA).
SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

Infosys to Introduce High-Performance GenAI- Launch of Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers
Powered Telco Solutions Based on NVIDIA NIMs (SLCR) Project in Varanasi
Infosys has expanded its partnership with NVIDIA to  The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG),
develop generative AI solutions tailored for telecom Indian Institute of Technology – Banaras Hindu
operators. Utilizing NVIDIA‘s NIM inference University (IIT-BHU) Varanasi and the
microservices, NeMo Retriever models, NeMo Government of Denmark have launched a Smart
Guardrails, and Riva. Infosys aims to enhance Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) Project in
telecommunication operations and customer service. Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh (UP).
Early results show significant improvements in latency  This initiative is a part of the Green Strategic
and accuracy. Partnership between India and Denmark, which
Google DeepMind Launches AI Project for 125 aims to rejuvenate small rivers through innovative
Indian Languages and sustainable approaches.
Google DeepMind‘s India unit is leading a big AI Planet Launches „Tanager-1‟, First Hyperspectral
project called ―Morni.‖ This project is focused on Satellite and 36 SuperDoves with SpaceX
developing AI technologies that can understand and  Planet Labs PBC, a leading provider of daily Earth
work with 125 different Indian languages and dialects. data and insights, has successfully launched its first
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hyperspectral satellite, ‗Tanager-1‘, along with 36  Krutrim is developing a family of chips named
SuperDoves (Flock 4BE), into orbit from ―Bodhi‖ for AI, ―Sarv‖ for general computing, and
Vandenberg Space Force Base in California, the ―Ojas‖ for Edge computing.
United States of America (USA). Kerala University Develops Innovative Cyanide
 This satellite launch is part of Transporter-11 Sensor for Enhanced Safety
Rideshare mission of SpaceX. A research team at the Central University of Kerala, led
IIM Bangalore Launches India‟s First Global Centre by Dr. Ravi Kumar Kanaparthi, has developed an
for PEVC advanced cyanide sensor. This new technology is crucial
 Indian Institute of Management, Bangalore (IIM- for improving the safety of drinking water and food,
B), signed an important agreement with Mathew especially in areas where cyanide-rich foods are
Cyriac, a former student and the Executive common.
Chairman of Florintree Advisors Pvt Ltd. Government to Procure 1,000 GPUs to Boost India‟s
 This partnership aims to establish India‘s first AI Capabilities under IndiaAI Mission
Global Centre of Excellence focused on Private  The government has finalized a tender to procure
Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC). This is a 1,000 Graphics Processing Units (GPUs) as part of
major step forward in improving finance education the IndiaAI Mission.
and research in India.  The procurement of GPUs is part of the broader Rs
ISRO‟s Gaganyaan Mission to Feature Humanoid 10,370 crore IndiaAI Mission, which aims to
Vyomitra in 2025 establish a computing infrastructure with more than
Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) plans to 10,000 GPUs.
launch the Gaganyaan mission, featuring an uncrewed BPCL Introduces India‟s First Biofuel Blend HFHSD
robot called Vyomitra. This robot, known as a half- Bunker at Mumbai Port
humanoid, is designed to help with tasks in space. Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) has
India launches world's first mobile-launched hybrid launched India‘s first biofuel blend High Flash High-
rocket, RHUMI-I Speed Diesel (HFHSD) bunker facility at Mumbai Port.
 In a boost to India‘s space effort, the world's first Union Government Launches AI-Based National Pest
mobile hybrid rocket, RHUMI-1, was successfully Surveillance System (NPSS) on Independence Day
launched on 24 August 2024. The successful launch  The Union Government unveiled the AI-based
of the RHUMI-1 rocket also marks the launch of National Pest Surveillance System (NPSS),
the first reusable hybrid rocket in India. The rocket designed to assist farmers by connecting them with
was developed by Chennai-based startup Space agricultural scientists and experts for effective pest
Zone India in collaboration with Martin Group. management using their phones.
 The RHUMI-1 reusable hybrid rocket was launched  NPSS aims to reduce farmers‘ reliance on pesticide
from a mobile launcher in Thiruvidandhai, a coastal retailers and promote a scientific approach to pest
village in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. control.
 The RHUMI-1 reusable hybrid rocket launched India Set to Launch Electric Microcar “Robin” in
three CubeSats and 50 PICO satellites into a 2025
suborbital trajectory.  The Indian automobile industry will soon see a new
SpaceX‟s “Fram2” Mission: First Human Spaceflight addition—a tiny electric car called the Robin. This
Over Earth‟s Polar Regions new car is designed to make personal travel easier
 SpaceX Plans 1st Human Spaceflight Mission and greener, and it‘s expected to help reduce city
―Fram2‖ Over Earth‘s Polar Regions Space traffic congestion.
Exploration Technologies Corporation (SpaceX) is  The car is created by a startup called Wings EV,
set to launch ―Fram2‖, the 1st human spaceflight founded by Pranav Dandekar and his father
mission to explore Earth from a polar orbit and fly Prakash. It‘s set to launch in Bengaluru in April
over the Earth‘s polar regions for the 1st time. 2025.
 Launch Vehicle: Falcon 9 rocket. Launch Site: ISRO Launched SSLV-D3-EOS-08
Florida‘s Space Coast, USA. Spacecraft: Dragon  The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
spacecraft launched the SSLV-D3-EOS-08 mission. This
Ola Electric Unveils Indigenous „Bharat‟ Battery Cell mission launched a small satellite designed to
 Ola Electric, the winner of the Centre‘s flagship Rs observe Earth.
18,100 crore production-linked incentive (PLI)  It follows the success of the earlier SSLV-D2-EOS-
scheme for advanced chemical cells (ACC), 07 mission, which was launched in February 2023.
unveiled the ‗Bharat‘ battery cell — an indigenous  The SSLV-D3-EOS-08 is the third flight in ISRO‘s
4680 cell. Small Satellite Launch Vehicle (SSLV) series.
 The phased approach begins with 5 GwH cell Google brings advanced AI text-to-image generator
manufacturing in 2024, scaling up to 20 GwH by Imagen 3
2026, and aiming for 100 GwH by 2030. Google's DeepMind team has rolled out the new Imagen
 He also announced that Ola Electric plans to start 3, an advanced AI text-to-image generator.The latest
integrating the 4680 cell into its products by April Imagen 3 is said to be better than the current crop of AI
2025. generators such as Midjourney, DALL-E 3, and X's
Bhavish Aggarwal‟s Krutrim Set to Develop and Grok-2.
Launch Its First AI Chip by 2026 Ola has introduced the Gen 3 e-motorcycle in India
 Krutrim, the Artificial Intelligence (AI) startup Ola, a dominant electric two-wheeler manufacturer, has
founded by Bhavish Aggarwal, plans to launch its launched a new e-motorcycle in India using its third-
first AI chip, Bodhi 1, by 2026, followed by a generation platform. The Gen 3 platform, designed on an
superior Bodhi 2 in 2028.
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'Inside the Box' philosophy, promises cost-effectiveness,  JUICE, which stands for JUpiter ICy moons
enhanced performance, and riding quality. Explorer, is a spacecraft created to study the moons
Google is revamping its video calling app, Google of Jupiter, especially Europa, Ganymede, and
Meet, with a new interface and exclusive features. Callisto, to see if they could support life.
 Sudan has declared a cholera outbreak, with the IIT Gandhinagar & IIT Indore Launches
World Health Organization (WHO) reporting 316 cNARMADA
deaths. The Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
 Zomato has announced the removal of AI-generated (IITGN) has created a new center called the Centre for
images of dishes from its platform following Narmada River Basin Management (cNARMADA) to
customer complaints about the misleading visuals. study the Narmada River and its surrounding areas. This
Bharatiya Antariksh Station To Have 5 Modules, center will work with IIT Indore and is supported by the
ISRO to Launch First Base Module by 2028 Ministry of Jalshakti, responsible for water resources in
 The Bharatiya Antariksh Station will have as many India.
as five modules, and the first base module will be German Scientists Discover Plastic-Eating Fungi for
launched by the Indian Space Research Waste Reduction
Organization (ISRO) by 2028. Scientists in Germany have found fungi that can eat
 The entire station with mass of about 52-tonne is plastic, which could help tackle the global problem of
likely to be completely assembled in space by 2035. plastic pollution. Research at Lake Stechlin found that
 ISRO is also in the process of building a new certain microfungi can break down synthetic plastics
generation rocket – Soorya – to lift off the heavier even without extra carbon sources. These fungi can turn
modules. It will have two times more capability some plastics into biomass.
than the current heaviest rocket – LVM Mk-3 which IIT Guwahati Develops ML Framework LEAP for
can lift maximum 4-tonne class satellites to IC Design Efficiency
Geosynchronous Orbit, and 10 tonnes to Low Earth Researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology
Orbit (LEO). Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) have developed a new
Google introduces 'Essentials' app for Microsoft machine learning framework called ‗LEAP‘ that
Windows PC significantly improves the process of Electronic Design
Google has introduced a new app, called "Google Automation (EDA) for Integrated Circuits (ICs).
Essentials," designed as a one-stop hub for accessing Dhruva Space Collaborates with Singapore‟s ZES to
various Google services such as Google Photos, Google Enhance its OBC Subsystems for Satellite Missions
Messages, and more on a Microsoft Windows PC. Dhruva Space Private Limited, an Indian full-stack
Google Play Games on PC, currently in its beta phase, Space Engineering solutions provider, collaborated with
will also be available through this new app. Singapore-based Zero-Error Systems (ZES) Private
Uber is launching its bicycle taxi service in Gaya, Limited, a leading Space semiconductor manufacturer, to
Bihar, beginning in August 2024. enhance its On-Board computer (OBC) subsystem for
Bajaj Auto is preparing to launch the Freedom 125, a upcoming satellite missions.
new generation 125cc motorcycle available in both The collaboration was consolidated during the 38th
petrol and CNG variants. Annual Small Satellite Conference, (also known as
Danny Jansen made history in Major League Baseball ‗SmallSat‘) held at Utah State University (USU) in
(MLB) by becoming the first player to appear for two Logan, Utah, the United States of America (USA).
different teams in the same game. India Selects Crew for Axiom-4 Mission to ISS
Ather Energy Partners With Google For EV Charger India has announced the selection of two astronauts,
Availability Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Group Captain
Ather Energy, an electric two-wheeler manufacturer, Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, for the upcoming Axiom-4
announced a collaboration with Google to provide real- mission to the International Space Station (ISS). This
time availability information on two-wheeler fast mission represents a significant step in strengthening
charging stations to EV users. human spaceflight cooperation between ISRO and
The collaboration will enable EV users with the Light NASA, as well as advancing India‘s own human space
Electric Combined Charging System - LECCS, the program.
official Indian EV charging connector standard, on their NIT Calicut Launches 'Nivahika' Web Portal for
two-wheelers to locate 'Ather Grid' fast chargers on Efficient Data Management
Google, as well as complete live status updates on the The National Institute of Technology that recently
chargers. launched the 'Nivahika' web portal for data management
IIT Indore Unveils Advanced Shoes with TENG is located in Calicut. This web portal represents a
Technology significant advancement in how the institute handles and
IIT Indore has created advanced shoes using a special reports data, ensuring accuracy and consistency in
technology called Tribo-Electric Nanogenerator various institutional processes
(TENG). These shoes are designed to improve safety and Tata‟s new Rs.27,000 crore semiconductor assembly
efficiency for armed forces personnel but could also be and test facility in Assam to generate 27,000 jobs
useful in many other areas.  The Tata Group has inaugurated a Rs.27,000 crore
JUICE Mission Sets to Break Records with Lunar- semiconductor assembly and test facility in Assam,
Earth Flyby aiming to produce 15 billion chips annually. This
 The European Space Agency (ESA) is about to landmark project, set to be operational by next year,
perform a very important and new kind of move in aligns with the Indian government‘s semiconductor
its JUICE mission. This move called a Lunar-Earth mission and is poised to transform Assam into a key
gravity assist, will use both the Moon and Earth to player in the global semiconductor ecosystem.
help change the spacecraft‘s speed and direction.
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 The facility, located in Jagiroad, Assam, will operations and data reception from remote sensing
package 15 billion semiconductor chips per year. satellites to both Indian and international customers.
IN-SPACe Granted Authorisation to Azista BST to IN-SPACe Invites Private Sector Proposals for
Set Up Satellite Tracking Facility in Hyderabad Building and Launching Telecom Satellites
 The Indian National Space Promotion and  The Indian National Space Promotion and
Authorisation Centre (IN-Space), under the Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) has issued its
Department of Space (DoS), has granted first ‗Announcement of Opportunity‘ (AO) inviting
authorisation to Azista BST Aerospace Private non-government entities (NGEs) to build, launch,
Limited, to establish a ground station in the Ultra and use a telecommunications satellite.
High-Frequency (UHF) frequency bands in  Objective of AO: To identify and enable eligible
Hyderabad, Telangana. NGEs to utilize unutilized ITU filings, ensuring
 Now, Azista BST will support its own satellites and efficient use of orbital slots and frequencies to
provide Ground Station as a Service (GSaaS) for avoid interference.
Telemetry, Tracking, and Command (TT&C)
SPORTS
hosted in Bangladesh, will now take place from
October 3 to 20 in Dubai and Sharjah.
Rajgir, Bihar to host 8th Women‟s Asian Hockey  The event, originally set to be hosted in
Champions Trophy 2024 Bangladesh, will now take place from October 3 to
 Rajgir, Bihar, will host the 8th Women‘s Asian 20 in Dubai and Sharjah.
Champions Trophy Hockey Tournament 2024. This Sinner and Sabalenka Claim Cincinnati Open Titles
is the second consecutive time that India will host Top-ranked Jannik Sinner and women‘s No. 2 Aryna
the tournament. Sabalenka each secured their first Cincinnati Open titles
 India hosted the 7th Women‘s Asian Champions with straight-set victories. Sabalenka defeated Jessica
Trophy hockey tournament in Ranchi, Jharkhand, Pegula 6-3, 7-5, while Sinner overcame Frances Tiafoe
from 27 October to 5 November 2023, which the 7-6 (4), 6-2. This marks a significant milestone for both
Indian team won. players, with Sinner becoming the youngest Cincinnati
Lausanne Diamond League 2024 Highlights champion since Andy Murray in 2008.
 Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished 2nd VVS Laxman to Continue Leading the National
at the Lausanne Diamond League 2024 (also known Cricket Academy
as Athletissima) with his season‘s best throw of VVS Laxman, the former Indian batting great, is set to
89.49 meter. extend his tenure as the head of the National Cricket
 1st Place: Anderson Peters (Grenada) – 90.61 Academy (NCA) in Bengaluru for at least another year,
meters,3rd Place: Julian Weber (Germany) – 87.08 according to a report by ESPN cricinfo.
meters Hockey India retires No. 16 jersey in honour of PR
Formula 1: McLaren‟s Lando Norris wins Dutch GP Sreejesh, Appoints him as Junior Men‟s Team Coach
2024  Hockey India has officially retired the No. 16 jersey
McLaren‘s Lando Norris, a British racing driver, won from the national senior men‘s team in honour of
the title at the Formula 1 (F1) Heineken Dutch Grand Parattu Raveendran (PR) Sreejesh, the goalkeeper
Prix (GP) 2024 held at the Circuit Zandvoort, in who announced his retire after the Paris Olympics
Zandvoort, the Netherlands. This marks Norris‘s 2nd 2024.
title of his F1 career.  He is regarded as the ‗God of Indian Modern
First Women‟s Test Match at Lord‟s in 2026 History‘ and popularly known as ―The Wall of
 The England and Wales Cricket Board (ECB) India‖.
announced that Lord‘s, often called the ‗home of  Hockey India also appointed him as the coach for
cricket,‘ will host its first-ever women‘s Test match the Junior Men‘s Hockey Team.
in 2026.  Throughout his 18-year career, he has competed in
 The historic match will feature the national teams of four Olympic Games since 2012, captained the
India and England, marking a significant moment in team at the Rio 2016 Olympics, and secured two
women‘s cricket. Olympic bronze medals (Tokyo 2020, Paris 2024).
Jay Shah Become ICC Chair, Succeeding Greg  He was honored with the Major Dhyan Chand Khel
Barclay Ratna Award in 2021.
Jay Shah, the current secretary of the Board of Control  He became the second Indian athlete to be named
for Cricket in India (BCCI), succeed Greg Barclay as the World Games Athlete of the Year in 2021 after
next chair of the International Cricket Council (ICC). Indian women‘s hockey captain Rani Rampal in
ICC Moves Women‟s T20 World Cup 2024 to UAE 2020.
Due to Bangladesh Unrest  He received the Arjuna Award (hockey) in 2015
 The ICC has announced the relocation of the and he was awarded with 4th highest civilian award
Women‘s T20 World Cup 2024 from Bangladesh to Padma Shri(sports) in 2017.
the United Arab Emirates (UAE) due to significant Matsuyama scripts Asian history with St. Jude
safety concerns. The event, originally set to be Championship victory
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Japanese superstar Hideki Matsuyama became the first his presence is expected to elevate the profile of the
Asian golfer to win a FedEx Cup playoffs event beating sport.
Xander Schauffele and Viktor Hovland by two strokes in Coco Gauff wins U.S. Open for her first Grand Slam
a hard-fought result at the FedEx St. Jude Championship, title at age 19 by defeating Aryna Sabalenka
the first of three playoffs event, in Memphis . Coco Gauff, a 20-year-old American tennis player, is
Bangladesh Triumphs in SAFF U-20 Championship positioned to make history by becoming the first woman
2024 to win consecutive US Open titles since Serena
Bangladesh has emerged as the new champion of the Williams, who achieved this feat from 2012 to 2014.
SAFF (South Asian Football Federation) U-20 Mona Agrawal Won Her First Paralympic Bronze
Championship football tournament. The tournament, Medal
which showcased the talent of young South Asian Mona Agarwal made history by winning a bronze medal
footballers, concluded with a thrilling final match that in the women‘s 10m air rifle standing SH1 event at the
saw Bangladesh defeat the host nation, Nepal. 2024 Paralympics on August 30.
Jyotiraditya Scindia Inaugurates Air Pistol Shooting Manish Narwal, a talented shooter from Haryana, has
Range in Gwalior Honoring Manu Bhaker‟s Olympic made India proud by winning the silver medal in the
Achievements 10m air pistol (SH1) event at the Paris Paralympics
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia inaugurated a 10- 2024.
meter air pistol shooting range at Jiwaji Club, Gwalior, Avani Lekhara:First Indian Woman to Win Two
named after Manu Bhaker. Gold Medals at Paralympics
Manu Bhaker, who won 2 bronze medals at the 2024 Avani also known as Avani Lekhara is a rising Indian
Paris Olympics, is the first Indian athlete post- Paralympian rifle shooter, born on 8th November 2001
independence to win two medals in the same Olympics. in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
The 10m air pistol range is a standard facility for indoor Avani Lekhara, successfully defended her women‘s 10m
competitive shooting, using electronic or paper targets air rifle shooting standing SH1 title at the Paris 2024
and 4.5-mm air pistols powered by compressed air or Paralympics, becoming the first Indian woman to win
CO2. two gold medals in the Games‘ history.
India Shines at Asian Surfing Championships 2024: The Indian para shooter scored 249.7 in the final -
A Milestone for Indian Surfing creating a new Paralympic record and also shattering the
In a significant achievement for Indian surfing, the previous record of 249.6, set by her exactly three years
national team secured a silver medal at the prestigious ago on her Games debut at Tokyo 2020.
Maruhaba Cup, a team event at the Asian Surfing Odisha Naval Tata Wins Women's Title in Junior
Championships 2024. The competition, held in Hockey
Thulusdhoo, Maldives, concluded on Sunday, marking a  Odisha Naval Tata Hockey HPC won the Hockey
new chapter in India‘s surfing history. India Junior Academy Women's title, defeating
Result: India won the silver medal in the team Roundglass Punjab in a penalty shootout (5-3) after
event.Final Standings:Japan: Gold Medal (Score: 58.40), a 2-2 draw.
India: Silver Medal (Score: 24.13), Taipei: Bronze  Prabhjot Kaur and Surekha Bahala scored for
Medal (Score: 23.93) Odisha, while Rubby and Ribka scored for
Indian Team Members: Kamali P, Ajeesh Ali, Srikanth Punjab.Ghumanhera Riser‘s Academy secured third
D, Sanjay Selvamani. place, with Priya scoring a hat-trick.
Lausanne Diamond League 2024 Highlights Comprehensive Overview of Paris Olympics 2024
Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra finished 2nd at the  The Paris Olympics 2024 marks the 33rd edition of
Lausanne Diamond League 2024 (also known as the Summer Olympic Games and the third time
Athletissima) with his season‘s best throw of 89.49 Paris will host, previously hosted in 1900 and 1924.
meter.  This year's theme, "Let‘s Move and Celebrate,"
Venue: Pontaise Olympic Stadium, Lausanne, emphasizes the joy of movement, commemorating a
Switzerland century since the last Paris Olympics.
1st Place: Anderson Peters (Grenada) – 90.61 meters  The Phryges: Official mascots symbolizing the
2nd Place: Neeraj Chopra (India) – 89.49 meters spirit and history of the Games.
(Season‘s Best)  Indian Athletes: A total of 117 athletes represented
3rd Place: Julian Weber (Germany) – 87.08 meters India, competing from July 26 to August 11.
Shikhar Dhawan Announces Retirement from  Medals Won: India secured six medals - one silver
International Cricket and five bronze.
Shikhar Dhawan, at 38, has retired from international Medallists
cricket but plans to continue in league cricket, Athlete Event Sport Medal
particularly the IPL. Women's
International Appearances: 269 matches for India, Runs Manu
10m air Shooting Bronze
Scored: 10,867 runs Bhaker
pistol
Andre Agassi will inaugurate India's first Pickleball Manu
World Ranking Tournament in New Delhi Mixed
Bhaker-
Andre Agassi will inaugurate India's first Pickleball team 10m Shooting Bronze
Sarabjot
World Ranking Tournament in New Delhi in January. air pistol
Singh
This event, organized by the Indian Pickleball Men's 50m
Association, will include a PWR 700 tournament and a Swapnil
rifle 3 Shooting Bronze
"Battle of the League: Stage 1." Agassi's involvement Kusale
positions
highlights the growing interest in pickleball in India, and Team Men's
Hockey Bronze
India event
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Men's  His performance surpassed the previous Olympic

Neeraj
javelin Athletics Silver record set by Denmark's Andreas Thorkildsen
Chopra during the Beijing 2008 Olympics.
throw
Top 3 Countries in Medal Tally  India's Neeraj Chopra, the defending Olympic
Bronz champion, finished with a silver medal after
Gold Silver Total achieving a best throw of 89.45 meters.
Ran Countr e
Medal Medal Medal Cindy Winner Ngamba wins refugee team‟s 1st ever
k y Medal
s s s Olympic medal
s
United Cindy Winner Djankeu Ngamba, representing the
States International Olympic Committee (IOC) Refugee
1 of 40 44 42 126 Olympic Team, settled for the bronze medal in the
Americ women‘s boxing 75kg class after a semi-final loss to
a Panama‘s Atheyna Bylon.
People‘ She became the first-ever athlete to win a medal for the
s Refugee Olympic Team.
2 Republi 40 27 24 91 She was born in Cameroon and has lived in England for
c of 15 years but is still awaiting citizenship.
China United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees
3 Japan 20 12 13 45 Filippo Grandi received Olympic Laurel
The United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees,
71 India 0 1 5 6
Filippo Grandi, received the Olympic Laurel at the
Significant Moments
Opening Ceremony of the Olympics 2024 in Paris,
 Manu Bhaker: First Indian woman to win an
France. He became the third recipient of the Olympic
Olympic shooting medal and the first Indian to win
Laurel.
two medals in a single Olympic edition.
Filippo Grandi, a Vice-Chair of the Olympic Refuge
 Neeraj Chopra: Became India's most successful
Foundation, participated in the opening ceremony of
individual Olympian with his silver medal.
Paris 2024 representing UNHCR as well as the world‘s
 Aman Sehrawat: India's youngest Olympic
120 million forcibly displaced people.
medallist with his wrestling bronze.
India and Saint Kitts & Nevis Signed MoU on
 Opening Ceremony: Badminton star PV Sindhu and
Cooperation in the Field of Sports
table tennis player Sharath Kamal led the Indian
Union Minister Mansukh Mandaviya, Ministry of Youth
contingent.
Affairs and Sports (MYAS) of the Government of
 Closing Ceremony: Shooter Manu Bhaker and
India(GoI) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
hockey player PR Sreejesh represented India.
(MoU) with the Denzil Llewellyn Douglas, Minister of
 Torchbearer: Abhinav Bindra, the first Indian to
Foreign Affairs of Saint Kitts and Nevis(SKN) in New
win an Olympic gold medal in an individual event.
Delhi(Delhi) to enhance cooperation in various sport
 Chef-De-Mission: Gagan Narang for the Paris
matters.
Olympics 2024.
Vinesh Phogat Disqualified In Paris Olympic 2024
 The 2028 Summer Olympics will be held in Los
Indian wrestler Vinesh Phogat has been disqualified
Angeles.
from the Paris Olympics after failing to meet weight
 The Government of India has approved financial
requirement for her 50 kg gold medal. As per the report,
assistance of Rs 11.2 crore towards the participation
Phogat was reportedly over the permissible weight limit
of the Indian contingent in the Paris Olympics.
by just 100 grams, which may lead to her
Thomas Bach to Step Down as IOC President After
disqualification. According to competition rules, she will
Second Term Ends in 2025
not be eligible for a silver medal, leaving only gold and
 Thomas Bach, President of the International
bronze winners in the 50 kg category.
Olympic Committee (IOC), announced he will not
Lt Col Kabilan Sai Ashok, India‟s Youngest Boxing
seek an extension after his second term ends in
Referee At Olympics.
2025.
In a remarkable achievement, Lieutenant Colonel
 Bach, who has led the IOC since 2013, will
Kabilan Sai Ashok, a serving Indian Army Officer, has
conclude his presidency as per the Olympic
become the youngest Olympic referee in boxing from
charter's 12-year term limit.
India at the Paris Olympics 2024. This milestone reflects
Arshad Nadeem to Receive Hilal-e-Imtiaz for
his exceptional dedication, professionalism, and
Historic Olympic Gold in Javelin Throw
integrity, embodying the high standards of the Indian
 The Javelin Throw gold medallist in the ongoing
Army.
Paris Olympics 2024, Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem, is
Shooter Manu Bhaker & Sarabjot win historic
set to be honoured with Hilal-e-Imtiaz by the
bronze at Paris Olympics.
country's government.
 Continuing her medal-winning spree in the 2024
 Hilal-e-Imtiaz is the second-highest civilian award
Paris Olympics, shooter Manu Bhaker teamed up
given by the Government of Pakistan and Nadeem
with Sarabjot Singh to win the bronze medal in the
will get this award following his brilliant
10m air pistol mixed team shooting event.
performance in the final of the competition
 In the bronze medal match held on 30 July 2024 at
 Pakistan's Arshad Nadeem won the gold medal in
the National Shooting Center in Chateauroux, Paris,
the Javelin Throw at the Paris 2024 Olympics,
Manu Bhaker and Sarabjot Singh defeated the
setting a new Olympic record with a throw of 92.97
South Korean pair of Oh Ye Jin and Wonho Lee 16-
meters.
10.
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 Paris is hosting the 33rd Summer Olympics from 26  In the bronze medal match, Sehrawat defeated
July to 11 August 2024. Puerto Rico‘s Darian Toi Cruz with an impressive
 The mascot of Paris Olympics: Olympic Phryge (It score of 13-5, reaffirming his reputation as a rising
is a hat). star in the sport.
 The motto of the Paris Olympics: Alone we go  He faced a tough match against the top-seeded Rei
faster, but together we go further,‖ Higuchi of Japan in Semifinal.
16-year-old Jiya Rai of Mumbai became the youngest India Men‟s Hockey Team Wins Bronze at Paris
and the fastest para swimmer in the world to cross 2024
the English Channel  India‘s men‘s hockey team won the bronze medal
 She started her 34-kilometer swim from Abbot's at the Paris 2024 Olympics with a 2-1 victory over
Cliff in England on 28 July 2024 and reached her Spain. This is a significant achievement because it
final destination, Pointe de la Courte-Dune, in marks India‘s first time winning consecutive
France on 29 July. Olympic medals in hockey since the 1972 Munich
 She covered the entire distance in a new world Games.
record time of 17 hours and 25 minutes for a para  The bronze medal match was held at the Yves du
swimmer. Manoir Stadium in Paris.
Men‟s Cricket Asia Cup: India to host 2025 and Neeraj Chopra Wins Silver in Javelin at Paris 2024
Bangladesh 2027 edition Olympics
 The Asian Cricket Council has announced the host  At the Paris 2024 Olympics, Neeraj Chopra, the
of the forthcoming biennial Men‘s Cricket Asia reigning Olympic champion in men‘s javelin throw,
Cup to be held in 2025 and 2027. secured a silver medal, marking a significant
 India will host the 2025 edition in T20 format, and achievement even though he couldn‘t defend his
Bangladesh will host the 2027 edition in One-Day title.
International (ODI) format.  Chopra delivered an impressive throw of 89.45
Novak Djokovic Clinches First Olympic Gold Medal meters, his best of the season, which earned him the
at the Paris 2024 Olympics. second-place finish.
Novak Djokovic of Serbia secured his first Olympic gold  The gold medal went to Pakistan‘s Arshad Nadeem,
medal at the Paris 2024 Olympics. The 37-year-old who made history by setting a new Olympic record
tennis legend overcame Spain‘s Carlos Alcaraz in a with a throw of 92.97 meters.
gripping men‘s singles final at Roland Garros.  Grenada‘s Anderson Peters won the bronze medal
Celebration of Paris Olympics 2024: India Releases with a throw of 88.54 meters.
Commemorative Postage Stamps India Triumphs in 4th CAVA Women‟s Volleyball
In a significant gesture to commemorate the upcoming Nations League 2024
Paris Olympics, the Department of Posts is set to release The Indian women‘s national volleyball team has once
a special set of postage stamps. This event, scheduled for again proven their mettle on the international stage by
Monday, 5th August 2024, at 12:00 PM, will take place clinching the gold medal at the 4th CAVA (Central
at the prestigious Rang Bhawan, All India Radio, in New Asian Volleyball Association) Women‘s Volleyball
Delhi. Nations League. In a thrilling final match, India
Aman Sehrawat Wins Bronze in 57kg Wrestling at overcame the host nation Nepal with a score of 3-2 sets,
Paris 2024 marking their second CAVA title. This prestigious event
 At the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, Aman Sehrawat took place at the Dasharath Stadium in Kathmandu,
of India made his mark by winning a bronze medal Nepal, culminating on August 7, 2024.
in the men‘s 57kg wrestling category, adding a
proud moment to India‘s Olympic wrestling history.
DEFENCE
Indian Army Launches Project NAMAN: SPARSH- with the Spanish Navy Ship Atalaya in the
Enabled Service Centres Nationwide Mediterranean Sea.
The Indian Army has launched the first phase of Project India placed New order to Import Additional 73,000
NAMAN, aimed at providing dedicated support and SIG-716 Assault Rifles from the US
services to Defence pensioners, veterans, and their The Ministry of Defence (MoD), Government of India
families. The project, inaugurated by Chief of the Army (GoI) announced that it has placed a order worth Rs 837
Staff General Upendra Dwivedi crore for the import of an additional 73,000 SIG-716 of
INS Tabar Conducts Maritime Partnership Exercise 7.62×51 millimeter (mm) semi-automatic assault rifles
with Spanish Navy Ship Atalaya for the Indian Army (IA) from the United States of
INS Tabar, a frontline frigate of the Indian Navy, visited America (USA)-based small-arms manufacturing
Malaga, Spain, on 25 August 2024, for a two-day company, SiG Sauer Inc.
engagement. Upon departure on 27 August, it 3rd Edition of India-U.S. Defence Acceleration
participated in a Maritime Partnership Exercise (MPX) Ecosystem (INDUS-X)
The US-India Strategic Partnership Forum announced
the third edition of the India-US Defense Acceleration
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Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit at Stanford University The Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent has returned to
on Sept 9-10, 2024. India following a successful engagement in Exercise
India‟s 2nd Nuclear Missile Submarine Udara Shakti 2024, a joint air exercise conducted in
Commissioned by Rajnath Singh collaboration with the Royal Malaysian Air Force
 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh will commission (RMAF).The exercise took place from August 5th to 9th,
INS Arighat (S-3), India‘s second nuclear-powered 2024, at Kuantan, Malaysia.The IAF deployed its Su-
ballistic missile submarine (SSBN), in 30MKI fighter jets for the exercise.
Visakhapatnam. India-Sri Lanka Joint Military Exercise 'Mitra
 INS Arighat is equipped with 750-km range K-15 Shakti' Begins.
nuclear ballistic missiles and will patrol the Indo- The 10th edition of 'Mitra Shakti,' a joint military
Pacific. exercise between India and Sri Lanka, commenced at Sri
 INS Arighat, alongside INS Arihant (S-2), Lanka's Army Training School in Maduru Oya,
strengthens India‘s nuclear triad and strategic involving 106 Indian soldiers from Rajputana Rifles and
deterrence. Sri Lankan soldiers from Gajaba Regiment.The exercise
Indian Air Force‟s Sarang Team to Showcase at aims to enhance joint military capabilities, focusing on
Egypt International Airshow 2024 counter-terrorism in semi-urban environments.
 The Indian Air Force (IAF) has taken a significant Indian Army Conducts „Parvat Prahaar‟ Military
step in international aviation diplomacy by Exercise in Ladakh
dispatching its renowned Sarang Helicopter Display The Indian Army recently conducted a military exercise
Team to participate in the inaugural Egypt called ‗Parvat Prahaar‘ in the Ladakh region, which is
International Airshow. located near the India-China border. This exercise
 This event, scheduled from September 3 to 5, 2024, focuses on preparing soldiers for high-altitude warfare,
at the Al-Alamein International Airport in Egypt‘s which involves fighting in the difficult and mountainous
El Dabaa. terrains of Eastern Ladakh.
Indian Army Transfers Xploder & Agniastra India Conducts Large-Scale Military Exercise in
Technologies to Private Sector for Mass Production Eastern Ladakh
The Indian Army has transferred the technology for the  India is currently holding a big military exercise in
mass production of 2 indigenously developed cutting- Eastern Ladakh, involving all main parts of its
edge technologies, namely the Xploder and Agniastra, armed forces. This exercise is very important
developed by the innovator officers of the Army Design because of the ongoing tensions with China along
Bureau (ADB), to private Indian firms. the Line of Actual Control (LAC).
India, Sri Lanka Deploy K9s in Exercise Mitra  The main goal of this exercise is to check and
Shakti improve how ready the Indian Army is to quickly
 The 10th edition of Exercise Mitra Shakti, a joint respond to any potential conflicts.
military training exercise between India and Sri Indian Air Force Approves Production of Astra
Lanka, is happening from August 12 to 25, 2024, at Mark 1 Missiles
the Army Training School in Maduru Oya, Sri  The Indian Air Force (IAF) has recently given
Lanka. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) the go-ahead to
 This year, military dogs, also called ―K9s,‖ are manufacture 200 Astra Mark 1 air-to-air missiles.
playing a key role, showing how important they are This is a big step forward for India‘s homegrown
in modern military operations. missile production abilities.
 The Indian Army has brought Zac, a two-and-a-  The Astra Mark 1 missiles were developed by
half-year-old Belgian Malinois,a trained military DRDO, and BDL is the main company chosen to
dogs. produce them. The project received funding
DRDO Successfully Test-Fires Indigenous MP- approval from the Defence Acquisition Council
ATGM in Rajasthan‟s Jaisalmer (DAC) of over Rs.2,900 crore during the 2022-23
 The Defence Research and Development fiscal year, after the missiles successfully passed all
Organisation (DRDO), the Research and required tests.
Development (R&D) wing of the Ministry of Bharat Forge‟s Kalyani Strategic Systems Gets
Defence (MoD), and the Indian Army successfully Licence To Make Defence Products
conducted the test-firing of the indigenously  Pune (Maharashtra) based – Kalyani Strategic
developed Man-Portable Anti-Tank Guided Missile Systems Limited (KSSL), a defence subsidiary of
(MP-ATGM). Bharat Forge Limited(BFL), received a defence
 The test was conducted at Pokhran Field Firing licence to manufacture various defence products
Range (PFFR) in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan specifically developed for military use at its Jejuri
Coast Guard gets Rs 2,500-crore vessel to fight unit in Maharashtra.
pollution  The licence was granted by the Department for
A Rs 2,500-crore pollution control vessel built by Goa Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT),
Shipyard Limited for the Indian Coast Guard was Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), under
launched. the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act,
The Union Minister of State for Defence launched the 1951.
newly built Pollution Control Vessel, GSL Yard 1267, ITBP To Get Russian KAMAZ Typhoon Vehicle For
for the Indian Coast Guard in a ceremony held at Vasco LAC
in Goa.The ship, built at Rs 2,500 crore. The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) has successfully
Indian Air Force Team Returns After Successfully conducted a demonstration and trial of the formidable
Participating in Exercise Udara Shakti 2024 in Typhoon vehicle at its Transport Battalion in
Malaysia Chandigarh. The event, attended by officials from
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Vehicle Factory Jabalpur, marks an important step in IN approves MDL to Build 6 Submarines in
upgrading the force‘s vehicles. Collaboration with Germany‟s TKMS
Indian Army Launches E-SeHAT Tele-Consultancy The Indian Navy (IN) has authorized Mazagon Dock
for Veterans. Shipbuilders Limited (MDL) to construct six advanced
The Ex-Servicemen Contributory Health Scheme submarines in partnership with Germany‗s
(ECHS) has introduced the Electronic Services e-Health ThyssenKrupp Marine Systems (TKMS) under the
Assistance and Tele-consultation (E-SeHAT) module as ‗Project 75 India (P75I)‘ initiative.The project, valued at
of July 30, 2024. This initiative allows ECHS approximately Rs 60,000 crore.
beneficiaries to receive online medical consultations DRDO Successfully Tests Long-Range Glide Bomb
from their homes, eliminating the need to visit ECHS „Gaurav‟
Polyclinics.  On August 13, 2024, the Defence Research and
ICG Launches „Suvidha Software Version 1.0‟ to Development Organisation (DRDO) of India
Enhance Training Protocols. successfully carried out the first flight test of a
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) unveiled its new ‗Suvidha long-range glide bomb named Gaurav. This test,
Software Version 1.0‘ during the inaugural ‗Annual conducted using a Su-30 MK-I fighter jet from the
Operational Sea Training Conference‘ held in Indian Air Force, is a significant step forward in
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh, on July 30, 2024. This India‘s efforts to develop its own advanced defence
advanced software aims to improve training protocols technologies.
and maintain consistency across all ICG platforms.  The Gaurav bomb was developed by the Research
Indian Navy Submarine INS Shalki Docks in Centre Imarat in Hyderabad.
Colombo for Official Visit India to Begin Production of LCA Mark2 Jets by
Indian Navy‘s submarine INS Shalki is on a two-day 2029 & 5th Generation Fighter AMCA by 2035
visit to Sri Lanka, reflecting the growing maritime  The 4.5 generation plus Light Combat Aircraft
security cooperation between India and Sri Lanka. (LCA) Mark 2 fighter jets are scheduled to start
The submarine was given a ceremonial reception by the flying by March 2026, with full-scale production
Sri Lanka Navy on 2nd August 2024. expected to begin by 2029. It was announced during
INS Tabar Completes MPX with Russian Ship a high-level review meeting of the LCA MK-II
Soobrazitelny. Development programme held at DRDO Bhawan,
Indian Navy‘s frontline frigate, INS Tabar, arrived in St. New Delhi(Delhi).
Petersburg, Russia, on July 25, 2024, to participate in the  In addition, the mass production of the Advanced
328th Russian Navy Day Parade celebrations. This visit Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA), a 5th-
aimed to strengthen the longstanding maritime generation fighter, is anticipated to start by 2035.
cooperation and friendship between India and Russia.
RANKING & ORDER

Gautam Adani Becomes India‟s Richest Man: Hurun Amul – World‟s Strongest Food Brand in 2024
India Rich List 2024 Amul was honored as the world‘s strongest food brand
 The Hurun India Rich List 2024, the 13th edition of by Brand Finance, a leading brand valuation firm. Amul
the Rich List was released which is topped by achieved this recognition with a high Brand Strength
Gautam Adani, Chairman of the Adani Group with Index (BSI) score of 91 and a brand valuation of $3.3
a net worth of Rs 1,161,800 Crore (Cr), a 95% billion.
increase in wealth. National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
 Mukesh Ambani, Chairman of Reliance Industries 2024.
Limited (RIL) at 2nd with Rs 1,014,700 Cr and  The Ministry of Education has issued the National
Shiv Nadar & Family of HCL Technologies ranked Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) ranking
3rd with a wealth of Rs 314,000 crore. 2024 for Engineering colleges.
 Radha Vembu of Zoho is the wealthiest self-made  IIT Madras ranked first in the NIRF 2024 overall
woman with Rs 47,500 crore, followed by Falguni category, followed by IISC Bengaluru.In the
Nayar of Nykaa with Rs 32,200 crore. University category, IISC Bengaluru leads, with
Mumbai Ranks 2nd, New Delhi 3rd In Global JNU and Jamia Millia Islamia following.
Property Price Index  IIT Madras, IIM Ahmedabad, and AIIMS Delhi
 Manila ranked first with a 26 per cent annual rise secured top positions in the Engineering,
during the quarter. Management, and Medical categories, respectively.
 Mumbai: Ranked 2nd globally with a 13% annual RIL top-ranked Indian Company on the 2024
price rise, up from 6th place a year ago. Fortune Global 500 List
 New Delhi: Secured 3rd place with a 10.6%  Mukesh Ambani's Reliance Industries Limited
increase, a significant leap from 26th place last (RIL) maintained its status as the top-ranked Indian
year. company in the 2024 Fortune Global 500 list. Nine
 Bengaluru: Maintained its 15th position with a Indian companies were included in the 2024 list,
3.7% rise in prices. with RIL improving its rank from 86 to 88.
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 Companies are ranked on the Fortune Global 500  Organized by the National Handloom Development
by total revenues for their respective fiscal years Corporation Ltd (NHDC) under the Ministry of
ending on or before March 31, 2024. Textiles, Government of India.
 The 2024 Fortune Global 500 List was released by  The exhibition will run until August 16, 2024.
the global multi-platform media company Fortune India is 2nd Largest User of Non-Tariff Measures in
on 5 August 2024. American company Walmart 2023: WTO-UNCTAD WTP 2024
retained its top position on the list for the 11th  The World Trade Organization (WTO), in
consecutive year. collaboration with the International Trade Centre
 Saudi Arabian company Aramco remained the most (ITC) and the United Nations Conference on Trade
profitable global company. and Development (UNCTAD), released a report
India Ranked 39th in the Travel and Tourism ‗World Tariff Profiles (WTP) 2024‘ in Geneva,
Development Index 2024. Switzerland.
 The World Economic Forum (WEF) recently  The report ranked India as the second-largest user
released its Travel and Tourism Development Index of Non-Tariff Measures (NTMs) among WTO
(TTDI) for 2024, offering a comprehensive members in 2023, primarily through the initiation
evaluation of India‘s standing in the global tourism and imposition of anti-dumping duties.
landscape. US Surpasses UAE as India‟s Second Largest LNG
 India has secured the 39th position among 119 Supplier
countries in the 2024 TTDI. United States emerged as India‘s second-largest supplier
Six New Species of Bent-Toed Gecko Discovered of liquefied natural gas (LNG), surpassing the United
from Northeast India Arab Emirates, delivering 3.09 million tonnes (MT) in
 Researchers have discovered 6 new species of bent- 2023. Qatar remained the largest supplier with shipments
toed gecko, a type of small lizard, in Northeastern in 2023. This shift is driven by changing global LNG
India. Out of this 6 new species, 2 each from market conditions and evolving trade dynamics.
Arunachal Pradesh (AR) and Nagaland and one India Ranked 2nd Largest Aluminium Producer in
each from Manipur and Mizoram. the World
 The 6 new species are: Namdapha bent-toed gecko; India has solidified its position as a global leader in
Siang–valley bent-toed gecko; Kiphire bent-toed mineral production, with impressive rankings across
gecko; Barail Hill bent-toed gecko; Ngengpui bent- several key minerals. The country stands as the 2nd
toed gecko; and Manipur bent-toed gecko. largest Aluminium producer, the 3rd largest lime
“VIRAASAT” Exhibition Celebrates 10th National producer, and the 4th largest iron ore producer in the
Handloom Day world.
 The ―VIRAASAT‖ exhibition, dedicated to
celebrating the 10th National Handloom Day, began
on August 3, 2024, at Handloom Haat, Janpath.
REPORT
Release of Publication “Women and Men in India The latest world map (GMW v4.0), developed by the
2023” Global Mangrove Watch, provides a sixfold
 India's population is projected to reach 152.2 crore improvement in spatial resolution.
by 2036, with an increase in the female percentage Southeast Asia holds about one-third of the world's
to 48.8% from 48.5% in 2011. mangroves, with Indonesia alone accounting for 21%.
 The sex ratio is expected to rise from 943 in 2011 to In India West Bengal holds the largest mangrove area
952 by 2036, indicating progress in gender equality. followed by Gujarat, majorly located in the Gulf of
 Fertility rates have decreased in younger women Kutch and Gulf of Khambhat.
but increased for those aged 35-39, and adolescent More than 13.35 lakh Indian students pursuing
fertility is significantly lower among literate higher studies abroad, Canada top destination
women. The Ministry of External Affairs in response to questions
World youth unemployment rate lowest for 15 years regarding students who have embarked on their study
Global youth unemployment rate dropped to 13% in abroad journey has revealed that more than 13.35 lakh
2023, the lowest in 15 years.This is a decrease from students are pursuing higher studies in countries abroad.
13.8% in 2019, before the COVID-19 pandemic. Top Study Destinations:
The total number of unemployed young people (aged 15- Canada: 427,000 students (slight decrease from 427,085
24) worldwide is 64.9 million, the lowest since 2000 in 2023).
The State of the World's Mangroves 2024 USA: 337,630 students.
Recently, a report titled "The State of the World's UK: 18,500 students.
Mangroves 2024" was released by the Global Mangrove USA accounts for Highest FPI investment in India:
Alliance (GMA) on World Mangrove Day (26 July). SEBI Report
 According to a report by the Securities and
Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the United States
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of America(USA) led the Foreign Portfolio with 804.
Investment (FPI) in India for the Fiscal Year 2023-  As of March 31, 2024, the total number of FPIs in
24 (FY24), with 3,457 registered FPIs. It is India increased to 11,219 registered FPIs from
followed by Luxembourg with 1,393 and Canada 11,081 in FY23.
BOOK & AUTHOR Kishan Reddy, underscoring the importance of this

literary work in India‘s political discourse.
Air Chief Marshal V R Chaudhari launches first Bihar Governor unveils book 'Gandhian Statesman
comic book on Indian Air Force heroes of Bihar: Nitish Kumar'
Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhari Bihar Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar launched
has launched the first comic book in the series of heroes a book on Bihar Chief Minister(CM) Nitish Kumar titled
of the Indian Air Force. ‗Gandhian Statesman of Bihar: Nitish Kumar‘ on 19th
The book presents historical and heroic narratives of the August 2024 in Patna, Bihar.
Indian Air Force, aiming to educate and inspire youth. This book is co-authored by Ashok Choudary, Minister
It features stories about Marshal of the Air Force Arjan of Rural Works Department, Government of Bihar and
Singh DFC and the 1971 Battle of Boyra. his daughter Shambhavi Choudhary, Member of
A digital version will be released on Air Force Day, Parliament (MP - Lok Sabha), Samastipur, Bihar.
October 8. Book Launch Spotlight: ‟75 Great Revolutionaries of
Soumya Swaminathan Releases Autobiography of India‟
Activist Kalpana Sankar Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh Narayan
Former WHO Chief Scientist Soumya Swaminathan Singh attended the launch of ‘75 Great Revolutionaries
Releases Autobiography of Activist Kalpana Sankar of India,‘ a book by MP Bhim Singh. Singh praised the
Soumya Swaminathan, the Chairperson of MS work for highlighting lesser-known freedom fighters.
Swaminathan Research Foundation and former World The book aims to inspire a developed India by
Health Organization (WHO) Chief Scientist, released recognizing historical sacrifices.
‗The Scientist Entrepreneur: Empowering Millions of PM Narendra Modi Receives Parimal Nathwani‟s
Women‘, an autobiography written by activist Dr. Book On Gir And Asiatic Lions
Kalpana Sankar. The Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has received
Tarun Chugh‟s book, “Modi‟s Governance Triumph the first copy of ‗Call of the Gir‗, a coffee table book on
Released Gir National Park (Gujarat) and Asiatic lions, written by
A significant literary event took place in New Delhi with Parimal Dhirajlal Nathwani, the Member of Parliament
the release of BJP General Secretary Tarun Chugh‘s (MP), Rajya Sabha (Andhra Pradesh).
book, ―Modi‘s Governance Triumph: Reshaping India‘s He dedicated the book to PM for being the visionary
Path to Prosperity―. The book launch was graced by the behind ‗Project Lion and Lion@2047: Vision for Amrit
presence of prominent political figures, including Home Kaal‘.
Minister Amit Shah and Coal and Mines Minister G.
DAY & DAYS

August 30 National Small Industry Day 2024 Victims of Acts of Violence Based on
August 30 International Day of the Victims of Religion or Belief 2024
Enforced Disappearances 2024 August 21 World Senior Citizen's Day 2024
August 29 The International Day Against Nuclear August 21 International Day of Remembrance and
Tests Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
August 29 National Sports Day 2024
August 25- World Water Week 2024 Overview August 20 Sadbhavana Diwas or Harmony Day
29, 2024 Dates 2024
Theme: ―Bridging Borders: Water for a Sadbhavana Diwas, also known as
Peaceful and Sustainable Future‖ Harmony Day, is annually observed
August 23 International Day for the Remembrance across India on August 20 to
of the Slave Trade and its Abolition commemorate the birth anniversary of
2024 the former Indian Prime Minister (PM)
August 23 First-Ever National Space Day Rajiv Gandhi.
Theme:- ―Touching Lives while August 20 World Mosquito Day 2024
Touching the Moon: India‘s Space August 19 World Sanskrit Day 2024
Saga.‖ August 19 World Photography Day
The 2024 theme of World Photography
August 22 International Day Commemorating the Day is ‗An Entire Day‘.
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August 19 World Humanitarian Day 2024 Beauty, Theological Relevance, and

August 16 Death Anniversary of Atal Bihari Environmental Importance‖
Vajpayee, Observed on August 16th August 13 International Left-Handers Day 2024
August 9 Quit India Movement Day August 13 World Organ Donation Day 2024
August 9 Nagasaki Day August 14 Partition Horrors Remembrance Day
August 9 International Day of the World's 2024
Indigenous Peoples August 7 National Handloom Day 2024
August 9 National Book Lover's Day In 2015, the first National Handloom
August 10 World Lion Day 2024 Day was celebrated which was
August 10 World Bio-Fuel Day 2024 inaugurated by PM Narendra Modi
August 11 World Steelpan Day 2024 August 7 National Javelin Day 2024
August 12 International Youth Day 2024 August 6 Hiroshima Day 2024
The theme of International Youth Day August 4 Friendship Day
2024 is ―From Clicks to Progress: August 4 National Bone & Joint Day 2024
Youth Digital Pathways for Sustainable August 3 14th Indian Organ Donation Day
Development‖. August 3 National Watermelon Day
August 12 World Elephant Day 2024 August 1 World Wide Web Day'
The theme for World Elephant Day August 1 World Lung Cancer Day
2024 is ―Personifying Prehistoric August 1-7 World Breastfeeding Week
MISCELLANEOUS
Centenary Commemorative Coin Honoring M.
Department of Higher Education Selects 16 Teachers Karunanidhi
from HEIs & Polytechnic for NAT 2024 Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on August 18, released
 The Department of Higher Education (DoHE), the centenary commemorative coin of Dr. Kalaignar M.
Ministry of Education (MoE) has selected 16 Karunanidhi in Chennai. Speaking on the occasion, the
teachers in the Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) Minister paid rich tributes to the late leader and
and Polytechnic for National Awards to Teachers described him as one of the icons of Indian politics.
(NAT) 2024. New Blood Test Detects Alzheimer‟s with 90% Accuracy
 The selected teachers will be felicitated by the  Researchers at Lund University in Sweden have
President Draupadi Murmu on the occasion of developed an exciting new blood test called
National Teachers‘ Day 2024 on September 5 at PrecivityAD2, which can detect Alzheimer‘s
Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi,Delhi. disease (AD) with around 90% accuracy.
 The awardees will receive a silver medal and a  Alzheimer‘s disease, a common form of dementia,
certificate worth Rs 50,000. affects many people, with one in five women and
Mithun Recorded for the First Time in Assam one in ten men being diagnosed.
In a groundbreaking development, the state of Assam UK Man Jumps 18,753 Feet Off Himalayan Peak,
has officially recorded the presence of mithun (Bos Sets World Record
frontalis) for the first time. Mithun is the state animal of  A British man has set a new Guinness World
Arunachal Pradesh and Nagaland. Record for the highest altitude skiBASE jump,
Five-Year-Old Teghbir Singh Conquers Mount leaping 18,753 feet from a Himalayan mountain.
Kilimanjaro Joshua Bregman, 34, skied off a cliff on Mera Peak
Teghbir Singh, a five-year-old from Ropar, Punjab, has in Nepal and parachuted to the ground, exceeding
become the youngest Asian to summit Mount the previous record by more than 4,000 feet.
Kilimanjaro.Kilimanjaro stands at 5,895 meters (19,341  The record for the highest ski-BASE jump was
feet) above sea level.Mount Kilimanjaro is a dormant previously held by Matthias Giraud of France, who
volcano in Tanzania set the mark in 2019 with a jump from 14,301 feet.
Study Predicts 49% Increase in Global Flooding by Neelakurinji Added to IUCN Red List as Vulnerable
2100 Species
 A recent study predicts a big increase in global  The Neelakurinji (Strobilanthes kunthiana) has been
flooding by the year 2100, mainly due to the classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List of
continued release of greenhouse gases into the Threatened Species.
atmosphere.  The Neelakurinji is a flowering shrub endemic to
 If these emissions stay high, flooding events could the montane grasslands of southwest India.
increase by 49% compared to 2020 levels, Australia Adds 13 Species to Threatened List Amid
particularly affecting vulnerable areas like tropical Crisis
coastlines and dry regions. Australia has added 13 new species to its threatened list.
 By 2050, the risk of flooding could be 7% higher if This has led to urgent calls to reform the country‘s
emissions are low and 15% higher if emissions are environmental laws. With the new additions, the total
high. number of threatened species in Australia is now 2,224.
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200 CURRENT AFFAIRS

MCQS
1. India‘s second nuclear-powered ballistic missile
submarine, INS Arighat, was commissioned at
which place?
(a) Mumbai, Maharashtra
(b) Kochi, Kerala
(c) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
(d) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
2. Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited
(Piramal Finance), a subsidiary of Piramal
Enterprises Limited, has partnered with which bank
to expand their co-lending operations?
(a) State Bank of India (b) Axis Bank
(c) Central Bank of India (d) ICICI Bank
3. Which day is celebrated as ‗National Sports Day‘
annually?
(a) 27 August (b) 28 August
(c) 29 August (d) 30 August (c) M Rajeshwar Rao
4. Where was the Global Fintech Fest 2024 organized? (d) Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
(a) Mumbai (b) New Delhi 14. Where was the ‗Under-17 World Wrestling
(c) Kolkata (d) Ahmedabad Championship 2024‘ held?
5. Which bank has entered into a co-lending partnership (a) Tokyo, Japan (b) Amman, Jordan
with Newtap Finance Private Limited to provide (c) Beijing, China (d) New Delhi, India
personalised financing solutions for creditworthy 15. Who won the Under-20 SAFF Football Championship
individuals on payments platform CRED? title?
(a) Axis Bank (b) ICICI Bank (a) India (b) Bangladesh
(c) HDFC Bank (d) Yes Bank (c) Nepal (d) Maldives
6. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman and 16. Who won the Indian National Chess Championship title?
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Railway Board? (a) Surya Ganguly
(a) Abhinav Pandey (b) Shreya Mishra (b) Neelesh Shah
(c) Javed Khan (d) Satish Kumar (c) Karthik Venkataraman
7. Who won the women‘s singles title at the Asian U- (d) Ajay Puri
15 Badminton Asia Junior Championships 2024 ? 17. Union Communication Minister Jyotiraditya
(a) Sheyphali Sharan (b) Anshika Singh Scindia inaugurated a 10-meter air pistol shooting
(c) Tanvi Patri (d) Rashmi Kumari range in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, named in honor
8. Daniela Larreal Chirinos Passed Away recently. of renowned Indian sport shooter _______.
She is belongs to which sports ? (a) Abhinav Bindra (b) Manu Bhaker
(a) Tennis (b) Shotput (c) Sarabjot Singh (d) Gagan Narang
(c) Badminton (d) Cyclist 18. With which organisation did the Ministry of Rural
9. Who has won the Dutch Grand Prix 2024? Development sign an MoU to optimise the utilisation
(a) Sergio Perez (b) Lando Norris of the Community Investment Funds (CIF)?
(c) Max Verstappen (d) Sebastian Vettel (a) Piramal Foundation
10. Which company has partnered with OTO Capital to (b) NITI Aayog
enable twowheeler loans (c) MicroSave Consulting
(a) Phonepe (b) Paytm (d) Export-Import Bank of India
(c) Airtel payments bank (d) BharatPe 19. Recently, which state has reported an outbreak of
11. Zeta Partners with _________ to Enhance Credit bird flu or avian influenza?
Line Offerings on UPI (a) Odisha (b) Bihar
(CLOU) Platform (c) Uttar Pradesh (d) Jharkhand
(a) South Indian Bank (b) Axis Bank 20. Which state has reinstated Rs 100 monthly water
(c) Yes Bank (d) HDFC Bank bills for rural residents?
12. Which Bank Introduces Inori RuPay Platinum (a) Himachal Pradesh (b) Uttarakhand
Credit Card ? (c) Punjab (d) Haryana
(a) AU small finance bank 21. In which country will the 2024 Asian Champions
(b) UjjivanSmall Finance bank Trophy, where Hockey India has selected its men's
(c) ESAF small finance bank team, be held?
(d) Suryoday small finance bank (a) Japan (b) South Korea
13. Who has been appointed as the 27th chairman of the (c) China (d) Malaysia
State Bank of India? 22. How many new districts have been announced to
(a) Subir Gokarn be created in the Union Territory of Ladakh?
(b) Kamalesh Chandra Chakrabarty (a) 2 (b) 3
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(c) 4 (d) 5 (a) ICICI Bank (b) HDFC Bank

23. Which state government has launched the Subhadra (c) UCO Bank (d) Yes Bank
scheme under which Rs.50,000 will be provided 36. Which state government has launched ―Mukhya
over five years to one crore women between the Mantri Sukh Shiksha Yojana?
ages of 21 and 60? (a) Bihar (b) Uttar Pradesh
(a) Kerala (b) Tamil Nadu (c) Jharkhand (d) Himachal Pradesh
(c) Odisha (d) Andhra Pradesh 37. Who won the women‘s team title at the U17 World
24. In which country did Tata Consultancy Services Wrestling Championships 2024?
recently launch its 5th global Pace Studio to (a) China (b) India
enhance digital innovation? (c) Kazakhstan (d) Japan
(a) Saudi Arabia (b) Australia 38. How many medals were won by the Indian wrestler
(c) Ireland (d) Philippines at the U17 World Wrestling Championships 2024?
25. Which company launched the oral cholera vaccine, (a) 16 (b) 21
Hillchol, after successful phase 3 trials? (c) 10 (d) 13
(a) Serum Institute of India 39. Which of the following has entered into an MoU
(b) Zydus Cadila with LTL Holdings of Sri Lanka, for the supply of
(c) Bharat Biotech LNG to LTL‘s dual-fuelled power plants in
(d) Pfizer Kerawalapitiya, Colombo?
26. In which city has a district jail launched a nursery (a) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
initiative where prisoners cultivate ornamental (b) Indraprastha Gas
plants for the local market? (c) Hindustan Petroleum
(a) Bengaluru (b) Chennai (d) Petronet LNG
(c) Hubli (d) Mangaluru 40. Which company has teamed up with Google to
27. Who became the first baseball player to appear for provide real-time updates on EV fast charger
two teams in the same game after being traded? locations via Google Maps?
(a) Mookie Betts (b) Bryce Harper (a) TVS (b) Ather Energy
(c) Danny Jansen (d) Aaron Judge (c) Ola Electric (d) Bajaj Auto
28. Which company is set to launch the CNG-powered 41. Which state launched the "Safe Travel Facility" for
Freedom 125 motorcycle with a 21" front wheel? women, available via Dial 112?
(a) Hero (b) Bajaj (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Maharashtra
(c) TVS (d) Honda (c) Rajasthan (d) Bihar
29. India won the silver medal at the Team Challenge 42. Which company signed an MoU with
Maruhabaa Cup at the Asian Surfing RashtriyaIspatNigam(RINL) for the supply of
Championships (ASC) 2024 held in hydraulic and lubricating oils from 2024 to 2029?
Maldives________won the gold medal (a) BPCL (b) HPCL
(a) Japan (b) France (c) IOCL (d) ONGC
(c) China (d) United Kingdom 43. Who has been recently (in August 2024) appointed
30. India has recently (in August ‗24) become the 18th as the Chairperson of the National Association of
Security of Supplies Arrangement (SOSA) partner Software and Service Companies(NASSCOM) with
of _____________(Country). immediate effect succeeding Rajesh Nambiar?
(a) United States of America (a) Mallika Nadda (b) Hima Kohli
(b) France (c) D.K. Murali (d) Sindhu Gangadharan
(c) Singapore 44. Name the former Lebanese Prime Minister who
(d) Vietnam passed away in August 2024.
31. Fatemeh Mohajerani has been appointed as the first (a) Ismail Haniyeh
female government spokesperson of which country? (b) Ebrahim Raisi
(a) Iraq (b) Afghanistan (c) Salim Ahmad al-Huss
(c) UAE (d) Iran (d) Qasem Soleimani
32. Joseph Francis A. Pereira, a Christian from 45. Which Indian Navy ship is set to visit Colombo for
Pakistan, has become the first person in which state three days, marking its first visit to Sri Lanka?
toreceive Indian citizenship under the Citizenship (a) INS Vikrant (b) INS Vikramaditya
Amendment Act (CAA)? (c) INS Chennai (d) INS Mumbai
(a) Goa (b) Gujarat 46. In which country is Hilsa fish recognized as the
(c) Maharashtra (d) Bihar national fish?
33. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) (a) Myanmar (b) Bangladesh
observed its 10th anniversary on which date? (c) Sri Lanka (d) Nepal
(a) 28 August 2024 (b) 29 August 2024 47. In which city of Uttar Pradesh was the state's first
(c) 30 August 2024 (d) 27 August 2024 semiconductor park inaugurated?
34. Indian Railways plans to adopt nuclear energy as (a) Noida (b) Lucknow
part of its green initiative to achieve net -zerocarbon (c) Ghaziabad (d) Varanasi
emissions by which year? 48. Name the film producer and proprietor of Magna
(a) 2025 (b) 2030 Publishing Company Limited who passed away in
(c) 2035 (d) 2040 August 2024.
35. Tata Power Solar Systems Ltd (TPSSL) has signed (a) Rajeev Taranath (b) Rajendra Darda
an agreement with which bank to providefinancing (c) Malti Joshi (d) Nari Hira
for solar units to residential and corporate 49. Former World Health Organization (WHO) chief
customers? scientist Soumya Swaminathan released the
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autobiography of _________ titled ―The Scientist (c) Postal Workers (d) Collectors
Entrepreneur: Empowering Millions of Women‖. 64. Which country recently unveiled new "suicide
(a) Kalpana Sankar (b) Anuradha Mascarenhas drones" amid rising military tensions?
(c) Alpana Killawala (d) MK Singari (a) Iran (b) China
50. Who launched the Tanager-1 Satellite (c) North Korea (d) Russia
(a) NASA (b) DRDO 65. Which airline is considering introducing the gender-
(c) ISRO (d) HAL neutral honorific ‗Mx‘ for its internal candidates to
51. Which country‘s government has recently promote inclusivity?
announced visa-free access to citizens from 35 (a) Air India (b) SpiceJet
countries for six moonths (c) IndiGo (d) Vistara
(a) Sri Lanka (b) Nepal 66. Which Indian team has qualified for the 2026 Asian
(c) Bhutan (d) India Games for the first time, securing one quota each
52. World's First Mobile Hybrid Rocket RHUMI-1 for Men and Women?
launched by which country ? (a) Rowing Team (b) Archery Team
(a) Sri Lanka (b) Nepal (c) Surfing Team (d) Cycling Team
(c) Bhutan (d) India 67. Which bank recently launched the Avni savings
53. Which city is hosting the 2024 Paralympic Games, account specifically for women, along with a new
featuring 4,400 athletes across 549 events? loyalty program?
(a) Tokyo (b) London (a) Federal Bank (b) South Indian Bank
(c) Los Angeles (d) Paris (c) Bandhan Bank (d) Axis Bank
54. Which Indian state has launched a reward scheme 68. Indian wrestler Ronak Dahiya has won the bronze
under the Ayushman Jeevan Raksha Yojana to medal in Men‘s Greco -Roman ____
incentivize prompt response to road accidents? kilogramsevent at Under-17 World Wrestling
(a) Rajasthan (b) Gujarat Championship in Jordan.
(c) Uttar Pradesh (d) Punjab (a) 60 (b) 80
55. Which Tamil actor has recently launched his party (c) 100 (d) 110
Tamilaga Vetri Kazhagam? 69. Who has recently become the first woman to win
(a) Vijay (b) Vikram the National Car Racing Championship in India?
(c) R Madhvan (d) Surya (a) Mira Erda (b) Diana Pundole
56. Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs (c) Pragathi Gowda (d) Ananya Rao
Nirmala Sitharaman has recently inaugurated 70. Who has been appointed as the brand ambassador
theGST Bhawan, an Official complex of CGST, in for GRM Basmati Rice?
which city? (a) Amitabh Bachchan (b) Sharukh Khan
(a) Udaipur (b) Uri (c) Priyanka Chopra (d) Salman Khan
(c) Ujjain (d) Unnao 71. Who has assumed the charge of Secretary of
57. Which Indian player has won the women‘s singles Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal
title of the U-15 Badminton Asia Junior Trade (DPIIT)?
Championships 2024? (a) Sujai Raina (b) Dinesh Dasa
(a) Tanvi Patri (b) Shruti Sharma (c) Vasudha Gupta (d) Amardeep Singh Bhatia
(c) Anupam Kumar (d) Rajdeep Singh 72. Which country has recently (in August ‗24)
58. When is the World Water Week 2024 being organized? partnered with the National Mission for Clean
(a) 23-27 August (b) 25-29 August Ganga (NMCG) and the Indian Institute of
(c) 26-30 August (d) 25-28 August Technology – Banaras Hindu University (IIT-BHU)
59. Where was the International Mother Teresa Award to launch a Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers
ceremony held? (SLCR) Project in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh?
(a) Mumbai (b) Dubai (a) Japan (b) Denmark
(c) Sydney (d) Paris (c) Azerbaijan (d) Israel
60. Indian Army transferred the technology of 73. In August 2024, the Government of India (GoI)
________, an Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) to launched the ―Bharat Zero Emission Trucking
a private Indian company for mass production. (ZET) Policy Advisory‖ document with the aim of
(a) Agniastra (b) Nagastra achieving 100% ZET sales penetration by _____.
(c) Xploder (d) Vidyut Rakshak (a) 2045 (b) 2040
61. Who won gold at the Asia Pacific Yoga championship (c) 2050 (d) 2060
in Sri Lanka in the artistic solo category? 74. In which country was the world‘s second-largest
(a) Priya Sharma (b) Anjali Nair diamond recently unearthed?
(c) Kavita Gupta (d) Susmita Debnath (a) South Africa (b) Namibia
62. In which Union Territory/state was the 100-metre (c) Botswana (d) Lesotho
steel bridge for the Mumbai-Ahmedabad bullet train 75. In which state is South India's first Adivasi library,
inaugurated? ‗Kaanu,‘ set to open?
(a) Maharashtra (a) Karnataka (b) Tamil Nadu
(b) Gujarat (c) Andhra Pradesh (d) Kerala
(c) Dadra and Nagar Haveli 76. Which country has introduced the 'Right to
(d) Daman and Diu disconnect' law, allowing employees to ignore
63. Who is the target audience for the Philately work-related communications outside of working
Scholarship Scheme introduced by the Department hours?
of Posts? (a) United States (b) Canada
(a) Teachers (b) Students (c) United Kingdom (d) Australia
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77. What is the theme of the first ‗National Space Day‘ 89. Who has been recently rated ―A+‖ for the 2nd
observed on August 23, 2024? consecutive year in the ‗Central Banker Report
(a) A New Era of Space Exploration Cards 2024‘ by the Global Finance magazine?
(b) India‘s Journey to the Stars (a) Atul Kumar Goel (b) Dinesh Kumar Khara
(c) Touching Lives while Touching the Moon: (c) Michael Patra (d) Shaktikanta Das
India‘s Space Saga 90. Which payment firm has recently partnered with
(d) None of the Above Volt Money to facilitate Loans Against Mutual
78. The Ministry of External Affairs denied that floods Funds to its merchant partners?
in eastern Bangladesh were due to the opening of (a) Phone pe (b) PayU
the Dumbur dam on Gumtiriver.‗Dumbur Dam‘, (c) BharatPe (d) Razorpay
recently seen in the news, is located in which state? 91. Which bank has recently received RBI‘s approval to
(a) Assam (b) Uttarakhand set up a wholly owned subsidiary to undertake the
(c) Tripura (d) Sikkim asset management business of Mutual Funds(MF)?
79. Recently, which ministry organized the World (a) IndusInd Bank (b) Bank of Baroda
Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit (WAVES) (c) HDFC Bank (d) Bank of Maharashtra
in New Delhi? 92. Which county has recently collaborated with
(a) Ministry of Consumer Affairs BRICS partners to launch a Centre for Industrial
(b) Ministry of Information Broadcasting Competences in cooperation with the United
(c) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy Nations Industrial Development Organisation
(d) Ministry of Defence (UNIDO)?
80. Which has become the first state to implement the (a) United Arab Emirates
Unified Pension Scheme? (b) Australia
(a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Madhya Pradesh (c) Mauritius
(c) Maharashtra (d) Tamil Nadu (d) Saudi Arabia
81. What was the theme of the inaugural edition of the 93. Which state in India has the highest number of
e-magazine Sapno ki Udaan? public EV charging stations?
(a) Space (b) Chandrayaan (a) Maharashtra (b) Karnataka
(c) GSAT (d) Amazonia-1 (c) Tamil Nadu (d) Gujarat
82. How many agreements /Memorandum of 94. Which bank has recently issued the USD 225
Understanding were signed between India and million worth of Amazon Reforestation-Linked
Ukraineduring Prime Minister Modi‘s visit to Outcome Bond with a 9-year maturity period?
Ukraine? (a) Bank of China
(a) three (b) four (b) International Bank for Reconstruction and
(c) five (d) six Development
83. Students of which classes are eligible for (c) Asian Development Bank
scholarships under the Deen Dayal SPARSH (d) Japan International Cooperation Agency
Yojana? 95. Who has been recently(in August ‗24) appointed as
(a) VI to IX (b) V to X the secretary general of the Indian Ocean Rim
(c) IX to XII (d) IV to IX Association secretariat for a 3-year term starting
84. Which bank and financial services company Navi from January 2025?
Technologies have launched the credit line onUPI, (a) Emmanuelle Soubeyran
an offering by the National Payments Corporation (b) Tapan Kumar Deka
of India (NPCI)? (c) Sanjiv Ranjan
(a) ICICI Bank (b) Axis Bank (d) Edward Kieswetter
(c) Karnataka Bank (d) Yes Bank 96. Name the former Meghalaya Chief Minister who
85. Who is the author of the book ‗Modi‘s Governance passed away in August 2024.
Triumph: Reshaping India‘s Path toProsperity‘? (a) Kamla Beniwal
(a) Tarun Chugh (b) Amit Shah (b) Salseng Chada Marak
(c) J. P. Nadda (d) Manohar Lal Khattar (c) Maguni Charan Kuanr
86. India signed a loan package of USD 500 million (d) Kamala Pujari
with the Asian Development Bank (ADB) 97. When was World Sanskrit Day 2024 observed
toimprove access to quality and affordable tertiary across the globe to promote Sanskrit, one of India‘s
health care and medical education in which state? most ancient languages?
(a) Madhya Pradesh (b) Maharashtra (a) August 19 (b) August 17
(c) Manipur (d) DMizoram (c) August 18 (d) August 21
87. Which institute has recently in partnership with 98. Which automobile company has made the
Guhan Industries and Manufacturing Solutions Electronic Stability Program (ESP) a standard
(GIMS), developed India‘s first abrasive waterjet feature on its entry-level hatchback models?
machine to cut combustible materials without (a) Toyota (b) Tata Motors
generating heat? (c) Maruti Suzuki (d) Hyundai
(a) IIT Kanpur (b) IIT Hyderabad 99. How many new giant radio galaxies were
(c) IIT Madras (d) IIT Bombay discovered by four Bengali scientists using India's
88. Name SpaceX‘s 1st human spaceflight mission indigenous telescope?
which is set to fly over the Earth‘s polar regions for (a) 34 (b) 28
the 1st time. (c) 45 (d) 22
(a) TÜRKSAT-6A (b) Fram2 100. Where was the 19th CII India Africa Business
(c) TRISHNA (d) PREFIRE Conclave held?
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(a) Mumbai (b) Hyderabad (a) Abhinav Bindra (b) Satya Prakash Sangwan
(c) Chennai (d) New Delhi (c) Annu Raj Singh (d) Karnam Malleswari
101. Which country recently co-hosting a conference on 116. Recently, Paetongtarn Shinawatra became the
online radicalisation with European Union? youngest prime minister of which country?
(a) Japan (b) China (a) Indonesia (b) Vietnam
(c) India (d) France (c) Thailand (d) Egypt
102. Recently, the scientists have discovered a reservoir 117. India has agreed to purchase how many MW of
of liquid water on which planet? additional electricity from Nepal during the visit of
(a) Mercury (b) Mars Nepal‘s foreign minister to India in August 2024?
(c) Venus (d) Jupiter (a) 251 MW (b) 350 MW
103. In which sport is Avani Lekhara aiming to replicate (c) 440 MW (d) 550 MW
her historic performance from the Tokyo 118. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director
Paralympics in Paris? and Chief Executive Officer of Tamilnad
(a) Archery (b) Athletics Mercantile Bank (TMB)?
(c) Swimming (d) Shooting (a) Arun Bansal (b) Sukumaran Nair
104. Who will make history as India's first athlete to (c) Tablesh Pandey (d) Siddhartha Mohanty
represent the country in the Women‘s 1500m T-11 119. Deutsche Bank has appointed __ as its head of
Category at the 2024 Paris Paralympics? global corporate coverage for India and Sri Lanka.
(a) Rakhi Sharma (b) Anjum Mumtaz (a) Arun Bansal (b) Sukumaran Nair
(c) Rakshitha Raju (d) Pooja Rani (c) Sunil Grover (d) Manik Chhabra
105. Which company has partnered with SUN Mobility 120. Which state government has launched the
to introduce retrofit kits for upgrading Tata ACE ‗Mukhyamantri Majhi LadkiBahin Yojana‘ on the
vehicles to electric? occasion of Raksha Bandhan?
(a) EV Dynamics (b) Green Wheels (a) Kerala (b) Maharashtra
(c) Bluwheelz (d) EcoDrive (c) Bihar (d) Madhya Pradesh
106. In which state is Jaldapara National Park, where 121. Which state's Chief Minister conferred a cash prize
five rhino cubs recently died, located? of Rs 1 crore each to hockey players for their
(a) Assam (b) West Bengal Olympic medal win?
(c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Odisha (a) Punjab (b) Haryana
107. In which state is the KAPS-4 reactor, which (c) Uttar Pradesh (d) Rajasthan
recently started full capacity operations, located? 122. In which Indian state did women begin an eco-
(a) Gujarat (b) Maharashtra conscious version of Raksha Bandhan, tying rakhis
(c) Tamil Nadu (d) Karnataka to trees?
108. _________an undergraduate college test, has been (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Rajasthan
made available to students by the Reserve Bank of (c) Gujarat (d) Maharashtra
India (RBI). 123. Which company has introduced the Gen 3 e-
(a) RBI90Quiz (b) RBI900Quiz motorcycle in India?
(c) RBI Quiz (d) RBI100Quiz (a) Hero Electric (b) Ola
109. Which state has become the first state to launch a (c) Bajaj (d) TVS Motor Company
Gross Environment Product Index? 124. Which country has declared a cholera outbreak,
(a) Arunachal Pradesh (b) Sikkim with the World Health Organization (WHO)
(c) Uttarakhand (d) Maharashtra reporting 316 deaths?
110. Which country successfully launched its first Low (a) Sudan (b) South Sudan
Earth Orbit (LEO) Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) (c) Ethiopia (d) Somalia
satellite in August 2024? 125. Which country is reintroducing compulsory military
(a) Nepal (b) Hungary service due to rising European tensions and
(c) Taiwan (d) United Arab Emirate increased military activities in the Balkans?
111. Which country's competition authorities have (a) Latvia
concluded investigations into Apple and Google's (b) Slovenia
app stores? (c) Bosnia and Herzegovina
(a) United States (b) United Kingdom (d) Croatia
(c) Australia (d) Canada 126. Which university has developed an advanced cyanide
112. How many cocktail drugs have been banned by the sensor for enhancing food and water safety?
central government? (a) Anna University (b) Calicut University
(a) 140 (b) 156 (c) Kerala University (d) Mahatma Gandhi University
(c) 125 (d) 200 127. Which country banned the Clooney Foundation for
113. In which Indian state was the first cow dung gas plant Justice?
inaugurated under the Gobar Gas Dhan Yojana? (a) Russia (b) United States
(a) Bihar (b) Rajasthan (c) United Kingdom (d) Ukraine
(c) Uttar Pradesh (d) Madhya Pradesh 128. Which Mutual Fund has recently launched India‘s
114. Which country will host the 9th ICC Women‘s T20 first-ever Nifty Top 10 Equal Weight Index Fund?
World Cup? (a) ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund
(a) Sri Lanka (b) India (b) HSBC Mutual Fund
(c) UAE (d) South Africa (c) Mirae Asset Mutual Fund
115. Who has been appointed as the chef de mission of (d) Discipline Science and Processes Mutual Fund
the Indian contingent at the upcoming Paris 129. Which state has recently launched the
Paralympics? Mukhyamantri Yuva Udyam Vikas Abhiyan
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(MYUVA) scheme to boost entrepreneurship Rankings (2024) based on the National Institutional
among youth? Ranking Framework (NIRF)?
(a) Haryana (b) Rajasthan (a) IIT Kanpur (b) IIT Madras
(c) Uttar Pradesh (d) Maharashtra (c) IIT Delhi (d) IIT Bombay
130. The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has increased 143. Name the Long Range Glide Bomb (LRGB) that
the Ceiling Amount Payable out of Investor recently (in August ‗24) underwent a successful
Protection Fund (IPF) Trust from Rs 25 lakh to__. maiden flight test conducted by the DRDO.
(a) 30 lakh (b) 35 lakh (a) Zorawar (b) SMART
(c) 40 lakh (d) 50 lakh (c) ABHYAS (d) GAURAV
131. Which state has recently launched a new portal and 144. In which state will the first Global Overseas
an app called GCMS (Government Consumer Women's Kabaddi League be organized?
Management System) in partnership with Tata (a) Maharashtra (b) Haryana
Power Limited? (c) Punjab (d) Tamil Nadu
(a) Madhya Pradesh (b) Gujarat 145. Who has been appointed the new head coach of the
(c) Bihar (d) Odisha Indian junior men's hockey team?
132. Which bank has recently launched ‗credit line on UPI‘ (a) Harmanpreet Singh (b) Hardik Singh
through a partnership with fintech firm ‗Navi‘? (c) PR Sreejesh (d) Ajay Kumar
(a) UCO Bank 146. Which country has recently lifted the ban on the
(b) Karnataka Bank import of indian mangoes?
(c) Central Bank of India (a) China (b) Pakistan
(d) Indian Bank (c) New Zealand (d) Bangladesh
133. Which institute has recently set up the Centre for 147. Indian Sign Language Research and Training
Narmada River Basin Management (cNARMADA) to Centre (ISLRTC) signed an MoU with which of the
conduct the Condition Assessment and Management following to Promote Indian Sign Language?
Plan (CAMP) of the Narmada river basin? (a) Army Welfare Association
(a) IIT Gandhinagar (b) IIT Mandi (b) Indian Space Research Organization
(c) IIT Patna (d) IIT Roorkee (c) NITI Aayog
134. Who has been appointed as India‘s Permanent (d) Ministry of Education
Representative to United Nations (UN)? 148. Which state government launched the "Chief Minister
(a) Parvathaneni Harish (b) Raj Kumar Chaudhary Bal Seva Yojana" providing Rs 2500 monthly to
(c) Harish Dudani (d) Praveena Rai destitute children whose parents have died?
135. Renowned Indian scientist Dr Ram Narain Agarwal, (a) Bihar (b) Uttar Pradesh
a pivotal figure in the development of India‘s (c) Maharashtra (d) Gujarat
missile system, died at the age of 84. He known as 149. Recently, the world‘s oldest calendar has been
the Father of __. discovered in which country?
(a) Prahaar (b) Agni (a) Egypt (b) Turkey
(c) BrahMos (d) Pralay (c) Iran (d) Iraq
136. Which Indian city's government will launch a 150. Recently, which state has become the first in the
cashless medical facility for 20,000 retired country to give money to girl students to buy
electricity staff members? sanitary napkins?
(a) Delhi (b) Mumbai (a) Rajasthan (b) Gujarat
(c) Bengaluru (d) Hyderabad (c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Odisha
137. Which country became the 18th member of the 151. Which day is observed as ‗World Organ Donation
United Nations Command (UNC) in South Korea? Day‘ every year?
(a) Italy (b) France (a) 12 August (b) 13 August
(c) Germany (d) Japan (c) 14 August (d) 15 August
138. Who won the Austrian Grand Prix MotoGP race in 152. Former ___ CEO Susan Wojcicki passed away
Spielberg? recently at the age of 56.
(a) Jorge Martin (b) Francesco Bagnaia (a) Facebook (b) Twitter
(c) Joan Mir (d) Marc Márquez (c) YouTube (d) Microsoft
139. Which Indian Coast Guard Director General passed 153. Which country‘s Small Business Administration
away recently? (SBA) has recently signed a MoU with India to
(a) Rajnath Singh (b) K.P. Raghuvanshi promote cooperation on Small and Medium-sized
(c) Rakesh Pal (d) R.K. Panday Enterprises (SMEs)?
140. Which female tennis player secured her first major (a) Hungary (b) Zimbabwe
title at the WTA and ATP Cincinnati Open final? (c) Azerbaijan (d) United States of America
(a) Iga Swiatek (b) Naomi Osaka 154. Name the portal that was recently launched under
(c) Simona Halep (d) Aryna Sabalenk ‗Mission Karmayogi‘ during the Civil Service
141. Jakson Engineering Limited has signed an MoU Training Institutions (CSTI) Convention at Vigyan
with which bank to set up solar projects to a wide Bhavan in New Delhi.
range of consumers across commercial, industrial, (a) Bhusanket (b) NIRMAN
and institutional sectors? (c) Sankhyiki (d) Amrit Gyan Kosh
(a) State Bank of India (b) Punjab National Bank 155. How many underwater structures in the Indian
(c) ICICI Bank (d) Bank of Baroda Ocean have been named recently by India?
142. Which institution was ranked first in the overall (a) Three (b) Seven
category according to the 9th edition of India (c) Four (d) Five
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156. Which company has launched India‘s first eSIM 169. Which company has partnered with Gentari to expand
services, offering a seamless travel experience with its electric vehicle (EV) delivery fleet in India?
no need for physical SIM cards? (a) Amazon India (b) Flipkart
(a) Jio (b) Airtel (c) Reliance Retail (d) Snapdeal
(c) Vodafone Idea (d) Matrix Cellular 170. In which Indian state has the government mandated
157. A 13-year-old Chinese girl, Lei Muzi, performed a the registration of temples, mutts, and trusts?
historic________"Arangetram" in China at the (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Maharashtra
Indian Embassy. (c) Bihar (d) Tamil Nadu
(a) Bharatanatyam (b) Kuchipudi 171. Which educational institution has been granted the
(c) Kathaka (d) Odishi distinguished Special Consultative Status by the UN
158. Which country has recently test-flown its largest Economic and Social Council (UN ECOSOC)?
civilian cargo drone with a 2-ton payload? (a) IIT Delhi (b) KIIT
(a) India (b) China (c) IISc Bengaluru (d) JNU
(c) United States (d) Japan 172. India will host which edition of the multinational air
159. Who was posthumously awarded the Kirti Chakra exercise, ‗Tarang Shakti 2024 from 6th -14th August?
for their sacrifices in Jammu and Kashmir's anti- (a) 1st (b) 2nd
terror operation? (c) 3rd (d) 4th
(a) Colonel Manpreet Singh 173. Anshuman Gaekwad, who died recently, belongs to
(b) Deputy Superintendent of police which field?
(c) Major Dharmendra Singh (a) Basketball (b) Cricket
(d) Sepoy Pardeep Singh (c) Football (d) Badminton
160. Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) constituted a 5- 174. What is India‘s Rank in Largest Aluminium
member committee headed by _______ to monitor Producer in the World?
the current situation on the Indo-Bangladesh Border (a) 1st (b) 2nd
(IBB). (c) 3rd (d) 4th
(a) Sunil Mehta (b) Biswanath Goldar 175. Which bank has teamed up with GOQii to launch a
(c) Ravi Gandhi (d) Usha Thorat smartwatch for contactless payments ?
161. The joint military exercise 'Mitra Shakti' is being (a) Federal Bank
conducted between India and which country? (b) Axis Bank
(a) Sri Lanka (b) Nepal (c) Kotak Mahindra Bank
(c) Thailand (d) Vietnam (d) HDFC Bank
162. Which state government has launched the ‗Nijut 176. Who has been appointed as senior vice-president
Moina Scheme‘, an initiative aimed at eradicating and chief operating officer of quick commerce
child marriages by empowering female students and vertical Swiggy Instamart?
promoting education over early marriage? (a) Sairam Krishnamurthy
(a) Odisha (b) Assam (b) Pradeep Singh Kharola
(c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Uttar Pradesh (c) Sumant Sinha
163. Which Indian leader has been recently conferred (d) Inder Pal Singh Bindra
with Timor Leste‘s highest civilian award the Grand 177. Which bank has launched a ‗Golden Circle‘
Collar of Order of Timor Leste? exclusive banking program for senior citizens?
(a) Narendra Modi (b) Draupadi Murmu (a) Axis Bank (b) HDFC Bank
(c) Amiya Kumar Bagchi (d) Abhijit Banerjee (c) DBS Bank (d) Yes Bank
164. NEOWISE Telescope, recently seen in news, was 178. Who is the author of the book titled ―Breaking
launched by: Rocks and Barriers‖?
(a) ISRO (a) Arvind Subramanian (b) Shashi Tharoor
(b) NASA (c) Sudipta Sengupta (d) Pulapre Balakrishnan
(c) European Space Agency 179. Who has been elected as the president of the
(d) World Meteorological Organisation Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences?
165. What position did India finish in the medal tally at (a) Michael Hausman (b) Kathryn Bigelow
the Paris Olympics 2024? (c) Diana Pokorny (d) Janet Yang
(a) 48th (b) 71st 180. Which two Indian gaganyatri have been selected by
(c) 65th (d) 56th ISRO for the ISRO-NASA project to send
166. What position did Natwar Singh hold in the Indian humans to the International Space Station?
government during 2004-05? (a) Arpita Saha & Kousik Sen
(a) Home Minister (b) Priyanshu Varshney & Ayush Jha
(b) Finance Minister (c) Arshpreet Kaur & G. Madhavan Nair
(c) External Affairs Minister (d) Shubhanshu Shukla & Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair
(d) Defence Minister 181. Which state government recently launched
167. In which country were plastic-eating fungi capable ‗MukhyamantriMaiyaan Samman Yojana‘?
of breaking down polyurethane discovered? (a) Bihar (b) Jharkhand
(a) Japan (b) Canada (c) Odisha (d) Haryana
(c) Germany (d) Australia 182. Recently, India hosted ―14th India-Vietnam
168. Which bank launched the exclusive Primus credit Defence Policy Dialogue‖ in which city?
card targeting high-net-worth individuals? (a) Chennai (b) Hyderabad
(a) HDFC Bank (b) ICICI Bank (c) New Delhi (d) Bengaluru
(c) State Bank of India (d) Axis Bank 183. What is rank of India in ‗Travel & Tourism
Development Index 2024‘?
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(a) 36th (b) 37th 195. Which ride-hailing startup became a unicorn with a
(c) 38th (d) 39th fresh $120 million funding in 2023?
184. Recently, who has become the first woman to be (a) Zepto (b) Purplle
appointed the Director General of Medical (c) Rapido (d) Bikxie
Services? 196. In which sport did Lt Col Kabilan Sai Ashok
(a) Lt Gen Punita Arora become the youngest Olympic referee from India at
(b) Lt Gen Sadhna Saxena Nair the Paris Olympics 2024?
(c) Lt Gen Madhuri Kanitkar (a) Wrestling (b) Boxing
(d) Lt Gen Kavita Sahai (c) Archery (d) Badminton
185. ―Jhumur‖, recently seen in the news, is a traditional 197. In which city is the National Institute of Technology
dance performed in which state? that launched the 'Nivahika' web portal located?
(a) Nagaland (b) Sikkim (a) Tiruchirappalli (b) Warangal
(c) Assam (d) Manipur (c) Silchar (d) Calicut
186. Which country is set to host the 2025 Men‘s Asia 198. In which state has the GRIT think-tank been
Cup cricket tournament in the Twenty20 (T20) established to drive development goals?
format? (a) Gujarat (b) Maharashtra
(a) India (b) Uzbekistan (c) Rajasthan (d) Karnataka
(c) Brazil (d) Bangladesh 199. Which country is partnering with India to develop
187. Who is the author of the memoir titled ―Breaking the National Maritime Heritage Complex in Lothal,
Rocks and Barriers: Memoirs of a Geologist and Gujarat?
Mountaineer‖? (a) Japan (b) South Korea
(a) Alpana Killawala (c) Thailand (d) Vietnam
(b) Vijayadevi Rane 200. Where was the three-day event for the Yuga
(c) Sudipta Sengupta Yugeen Bharat Museum held from August 1-3,
(d) Anuradha Mascarenhas 2024?
188. Which bank has recently (in August ‗24) launched a (a) Mumbai (b) New Delhi
program titled ‖Kisan Ka Samman‖ to empower the (c) Bengaluru (d) Kolkata
farmers who exhibited exceptional financial
discipline and promptness in their dealings with the ANSWER KEYS
bank? 1. c 2. c 3. c 4. a 5. d 6. d
(a) Jammu & Kashmir Bank 7. c 8. d 9. b 10. d 11. d 12. c
(b) RBL Bank 13. d 14. b 15. b 16. c 17. b 18. c
(c) Karnataka Bank 19. a 20. a 21. c 22. d 23. c 24. d
(d) Federal Bank 25. c 26. d 27. c 28. b 29. a 30. a
189. Which bank has become the first private sector bank 31. d 32. a 33. a 34. b 35. a 36. d
to merge both Unified Payments Interface (UPI) 37. b 38. c 39. d 40. b 41. d 42. c
and National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) 43. d 44. c 45. d 46. b 47. a 48. d
features in RuPay credit cards? 49. a 50. a 51. a 52. d 53. d 54. a
(a) RBL Bank (b) ICICI Bank 55. a 56. a 57. a 58. b 59. b 60. c
(c) Axis Bank (d) Yes Bank 61. d 62. c 63. b 64. c 65. c 66. c
190. Which country will host the 3rd Voice of the Global 67. c 68. d 69. b 70. d 71. d 72. b
South Summit on August 17, 2024? 73. c 74. c 75. a 76. d 77. c 78. c
(a) India (b) Brazil 79. b 80. c 81. a 82. b 83. a 84. c
(c) South Africa (d) USA 85. a 86. b 87. c 88. b 89. d 90. c
191. Who took over the additional charge of the Director 91. a 92. a 93. b 94. b 95. c 96. b
General Border Security Force (BSF) on August 3, 97. a 98. c 99. a 100. d 101. c 102. b
2024? 103. d 104. c 105. c 106. b 107. a 108. a
(a) Daljit Singh Chawdhary 109. c 110. d 111. b 112. b 113. a 114. c
(b) Rakesh Asthana 115. b 116. c 117. a 118. b 119. d 120. b
(c) Anil Chauhan 121. a 122. a 123. b 124. a 125. d 126. c
(d) Subodh Kumar Jaiswal 127. a 128. d 129. c 130. b 131. d 132. b
192. From which country has India recently resumed the 133. a 134. a 135. b 136. a 137. c 138. b
import of Tur dal (Pigeon pea) after a disruption? 139. c 140. d 141. a 142. b 143. d 144. b
(a) Malawi (b) Myanmar 145. c 146. c 147. a 148. b 149. b 150. c
(c) Mozambique (d) Canada 151. b 152. c 153. d 154. d 155. a 156. d
193. Which country recently joined the U.S.-led United 157. a 158. b 159. a 160. c 161. a 162. b
Nations Command in South Korea? 163. b 164. b 165. b 166. c 167. c 168. d
(a) France (b) Germany 169. a 170. c 171. b 172. a 173. b 174. b
(c) Canada (d) Japan 175. c 176. a 177. c 178. c 179. d 180. d
194. Which country‘s proposal inspired the G20's 181. b 182. c 183. d 184. b 185. c 186. a
agreement on taxing the ultra-rich? 187. c 188. a 189. a 190. a 191. a 192. c
(a) India (b) Brazil 193. b 194. b 195. c 196. b 197. d 198. a
(c) China (d) South Africa 199. d 200. b
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100 GK QUESTIONS FOR

SSC & RAILWAY
1. In the Constitution of India the term ‗federal‘:
(a) Figures in the preamble
(b) Figures in the part-III
(c) Figures in the Article 368
(d) Does not figure anywhere
2. Which one of the following is not a feature of the
Indian Constitution?
(a) Federal Government
(b) Independence of Judiciary
(c) Parliamentary Government
(d) Dual Citizenship
3. According to the Indian Constitution, which one is
not included in the fundamental right to equality?
(a) Equality before law
(b) Social equality
(c) Equality of opportunity
(d) Economic equality
4. Which of the following is not a fundamental duty
under the Indian constitution?
(a) To protect monuments of national importance
(b) To develop scientific temper (a) Five years
(c) To uphold the unity and integrity of the nation (b) During the ‗pleasure‘ of the President
(d) None of these (c) Six years or till the age of 65 years whichever
5. Which one among the following writs literally is earlier
means you many have the body? (d) Five years or till the age of 65 years whichever
(a) Certiorari (b) Habeas Corpus is earlier
(c) Mandamus (d) Quo Warranto 12. The power to decide the date of an election to a
6. While deciding any question relating the State Legislative Assembly rests with the
disqualification of a member of Parliament, the (a) President of India
President shall obtain the opinion of (b) Chief Minister and his/her Cabinet
(a) Chief Justice of India (c) Election Commission of India
(b) Election Commission of India (d) Parliament
(c) Attorney General of India 13. Which writ is issued by the High court to the lower
(d) Speaker of the Lok Sabha courts to stop legal action?
7. When were the Fundamental Duties included in the (a) Habeas Corpus (b) Prohibition
Constitution? (c) Quo Warranto (d) Certiobari
(a) At the time of framing of Constitution 14. The jurisdiction of state high court can be extended
(b) On the 26th January, 1950 by
(c) In the 42nd Constitutional Amendment (a) Parliament
(d) In the 41st Constitutional Amendment (b) The Chief Justice of India
8. While a proclamation of emergency is in operation (c) The Governor of the state
the duration of the Lok Sabha can extended for a (d) The President of India
period 15. The process of curing inflation by reducing money
(a) not exceeding three months supply is called
(b) not exceeding nine-months (a) Cost-push inflation
(c) of one year at a time (b) Down-pull inflation/Demand pull inflation
(d) of two years at a time (c) Disinflation
9. An emergency under Article 352 of the Constitution (d) Reflation
of India can be declared only during: 16. The term stagflation refers to a situation where
(a) War, external aggression or internal disturbance. (a) growth has no relation with the change in price
(b) War, external aggression or armed rebellion. (b) rate of growth and prices both are decreasing
(c) Failure of Constitutional Machinery in the State. (c) rate of growth is faster than the rate of price
(d) Financial instability in the country increase
10. Which of the following is not a constitutional (d) rate of growth is slower than the rate of price
authority? increase
(a) State Election Commission 17. Per capita income is obtained by dividing national
(b) State Finance Commission income by
(c) Zila Panchayat (a) total population of the country
(d) State Election Officer (b) total working population
11. What is the tenure of the Chief Election (c) area of the country
Commissioner of India? (d) volume of the capital used
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18. National income is based on the (b) Nancowry Island

(a) total revenue of the stage (c) Barren Island
(b) production of goods and services (d) Maya Bunder Island
(c) net profit earned and expenditure made by the 32. Which of the major rivers of India does not form a
state. delta?
(d) the sum of all factors of income (a) Cauvery (b) Godavari
19. The impact of the Green Revolution was felt most in (c) Krishna (d) Narmada
the production of 33. The famous Sambhar Lake is situated in
(a) rice (b) pulses (a) Rajasthan (b) Gujarat
(c) oilseeds (d) wheat (c) West Bengal (d) Orissa
20. The Blue Revolution is related with 34. Ganga is a result of the confluence of rivers ______.
(a) Fish production (a) Bhagirathi and Alakananda at Dev Prayag
(b) Food grain production (b) Bhagirathi and Alakananda at Karan Prayag
(c) Oilseed production (c) Bhagirathi and Alakananda at Gangotri
(d) Milk production (d) Bhagirathi and Alakananda at Rudra Prayag
21. Quaternary sector implies 35. Where in India is the Jim Corbet National Park
(a) Activities related to mining and quarrying located?
(a) Activities related to manufacturing (a) Uttarakhand (b) Jammu & Kashmir
(c) Fishing activities (c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Bihar
(d) Research and development activities 36. Which one of the following has evergreen forest ?
22. Foreign currency which has a tendency of quick (a) Malwa Plateau
migration is called (b) Eastern Ghat
(a) Hot currency (b) Soft currency (c) Western Ghat
(c) Gold currency (d) Scarce currency (d) Chhotanagpur Plateau
23. Who maintains the foreign exchange reserve in 37. The ‗Blackbuck National Park‘ situated in the
India? Indian State of–
(a) Reserve Bank of India (a) Karnataka (b) Madhya Pradesh
(b) State Bank of India (c) Gujarat (d) Haryana
(c) Ministry of Finance Government of India 38. India is the largest world producer of
(d) Export-Import Bank of India (a) Cotton (b) Milk
24. Increasing investment in Human capital leads (c) Wheat (d) Rice
towards 39. Which one of the following is a land-locked
(a) Proper utilization of resources harbour?
(b) Increase in Productivity (a) Vishakhapatnam (b) Ennore
(c) Development of skill (c) Mumbai (d) Haldia
(d) All of the above 40. The battle of Wandiwas was faught between
25. Which one of the following is the major feature of (a) British and French companies
the Indian economy (b) British and Dutch companies
(a) A capitalist economy (c) Dutch and Portuguese companies
(b) A socialist economy (d) French and Dutch companies
(c) A mixed economy 41. In the beginning, the motive of British East India
(d) None of the above Company was
26. The strait which separates Asia from North America (a) Trade and territory
is (b) Trade, not territory
(a) Berring strait (b) Palk strait (c) Only territory
(c) Strait of Gibralter (d) Strait of Malacca (d) None of the above
27. What is true about Lake Superior ? 42. The Ryotwari settlement of Madras was introduced
(a) It is a lake wholly within US by
(b) It is a largest freshwater lake of the world (a) Cornwallis (b) Wingate
(c) It is the deepest lake of the world (c) Clive (d) Munro
(d) This lake has been created through fluvial 43. Who among the following formulated and
erosion implemented the ‗Doctrine of Lapse‘ ?
28. Atmospheric layer which reflects radio waves is (a) Lord Wellesley (b) Lord Clive
called (c) Lord Hastings (d) Lord Dalhousie
(a) Exosphere (b) Ionosphere 44. King George V visited India during the viceroyship
(c) Stratosphere (d) Troposhpere of
29. The layer of the atmosphere which contains dust (a) Lord Hardinge (b) Lord Mayo
particles and water vapour is called (c) Lord Ripon (d) Lord Curzon
(a) Stratosphere (b) Troposphere 45. Who is rightly called the ‗Father of Local Self
(c) Ionosphere (d) Mesosphere Government‘ in India ?
30. With which one of the following countries, India (a) Lord Curzon (b) Lord Hardinge
shares maximum length of the border? (c) Lord Lytton (d) Lord Ripon
(a) Bangladesh (b) Pakistan 46. Who was the architect of Communal Award?
(c) China (d) Nepal (a) Lord Linlithgow (b) Lord Reading
31. In which one of the following islands of India is an (c) Lord Irwin (d) Ramsay Macdonald
active volcano found? 47. The Ghadar Party was formed in
(a) Car Nicobar Island (a) Afghanistan
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(b) Burma (c) absorbs black colour
(c) England (d) reflects black colour
(d) United States of America 62. Which one among the following colours has the
48. ‗Abhinav Bharat‘ Founded in 1904 was – highest wavelength?
(a) a secret organization of revolutionary activities (a) Violet (b) Green
(b) a newspaper (c) Yellow (d) Red
(c) a cultural organization 63. At the time of short circuit, the current in the circuit
(d) a trade union movement (a) vary continuously
49. A famine code for India was recommended by (b) increases heavily
which Commission? (c) decreases substantially
(a) MacDonnell Commission (d) does not change
(b) Campbell Commission 64. A man inside an artificial satellite feels
(c) Lyall Commission weightlessness because the force of attraction due to
(c) Strachey Commission earth is
50. From which year was regular and scientific Census (a) zero
started in India? (b) balanced by the force of attraction due to moon
(a) 1861 (b) 1871 (c) equal to centripetal force
(c) 1881 (d) 1891 (d) non-effective due to particular design of the
51. Who is regarded as ―the Mother of Indian satellite
Revolution‖? 65. In SONAR, we use
(a) Mrs. Annie Besant (a) ultrasonic waves
(b) Snehlata Wadekar (b) infrasonic waves
(c) Sarojini Naidu (c) radio waves
(d) Madam Bhikhaji Rustam Cama (d) audible sound waves
52. Which operation was started by the British 66. Light Emitting Diode (LED) converts
Government to arrest the leaders of Quit India (a) light energy into electrical energy
Movement? (b) electrical energy into light energy
(a) Operation Reander Paste (c) thermal energy into light energy
(b) Operation Zero Hour (d) mechanical energy into electrical energy
(c) Operation Thunderbolt 67. ‗Freon‘ used as refrigerants is chemically known as
(d) Operation Blue Star (a) chlorinated hydrocarbon
53. In which of the following session of Muslim League (b) fluorinated hydrocarbon
―Two-Nation Theory‖ was propounded? (c) chlorofluoro hydrocarbon
(a) Lahore Session, 1940 (d) fluorinated aromatic compound
(b) Bombay Session, 1915 68. What is the pH value of pure water?
(c) Delhi Session, 1918 (a) 1 (b) 6
(d) Calcutta Session, 1917 (c) 7 (d) 10
54. Gandhiji‘s Champaran Movement was for 69. In isotopes the number of neutrons are
(a) The security of the rights of Harijans (a) same (b) different
(b) Civil disobedience Movement (c) both (d) None of these
(c) Maintaining of Unity of Hindu Society 70. Which of the process is known as nitrification?
(d) Solving the problems of Indigo worker (a) Reaction of Nitrogen Monoxide with oxygen to
55. Bar is a unit of which one of the following? form, nitric acid
(a) Force (b) Energy (b) Reaction of nitrogen dioxide with water to
(c) Pressure (d) Fequency form nitric acid
56. The rate of change of momentum of a body equal of (c) Conversion of ammonia to nitrites
the result: (d) Conversion of nitrite to nitric oxide
(a) energy (b) power 71. Which one among the following is not a chemical
(c) force (d) impulse change?
57. When ice melts, then the (a) Curding of Milk
(a) volume increases (b) volume decreases (b) Ripening of fruit
(c) mass increases (d) mass of decreases (c) Evaporation of water
58. Which one of the following liquids is very good (d) Burning of Coal
conductor of heat ? 72. Which one of the following is an example of
(a) Mercury (b) Water chemical change?
(c) Ether (d) Benzene (a) Burning of paper
59. CT scan is done by using (b) Magnetization of soft iron
(a) Infra-red rays (b) Ultrasonic waves (c) Dissolution of cane sugar in water
(c) Visible lights (d) X-rays (d) Preparation of ice cubes from water
60. When light passes from one medium to another 73. The rusting of iron nail
medium, which one of the following does not (a) decreases its weight
change? (b) increases its weight
(a) Intensity (b) Velocity (c) does not affect weight but iron is oxidised
(c) Wavelength (d) Frequency (d) does not affect weight but iron is reduced
61. The blackboard seems black because it 74. Which of the following fights infection in the body?
(a) reflects every colour (a) RBC (b) WBC
(b) does not reflect any colour (c) Blood plasma (d) Haemoglobin
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75. Between which one of the following sets of blood (c) Narendra Modi
groups, is the blood transfusion possible? (d) Om Birla
(a) A and O (b) B and A 94. The Lonar Lake that has been declared as Ramsar
(c) A and AB (d) AB and O Wetland, is located in which state?
76. Arteries supplying blood to the heat are called (a) Goa (b) Tamil Nadu
(a) Carotid arteries (b) Hepatic arteries (c) Gujarat (d) Maharashtra
(c) Coronary arteries (d) Pulmonary arteries 95. Who has been reappointed as the Chairpeson of
77. Which part of the human brain regulates sleep? Parliament‘s Public Accounts Committee?
(a) Medulla oblongata (b) Cerebellum (a) Adhir Ranjan Chowdhury
(c) Pineal gland (d) Pituitary gland (b) Mallikarjun Kharge
78. Cow milk is a rich source of : (c) Anurag Thakur
(a) Vitamin A (b) Vitamin B (d) Rahul Gandhi
(c) Vitamin C (d) Vitamin D 96. Roshini Nadar is the Chairperson of which company?
79. The yellow colour of urine is due to the presence of: (a) Infosys (b) HCL Technology
(a) Bile (b) Lymph (c) Biocon (d) Adani group
(c) Cholesterol (d) Urochrome 97. Who will be the head of the recently created ‗Sainya
80. Golden rice has the highest quantity of Kanta Vibhag‘?
(a) Vitamin A (b) Vitamin B (a) Prime Minister (b) Deference Minister
(c) Vitamin C (d) Vitamin K (c) Finance Minister (d) Chief of Defence Staff
81. The function of haemoglobin in the human body is : 98. Naseem-Al-Bahr is a bilateral naval exercise
(a) to transport oxygen between India and which country?
(b) to destroy microbes (a) Indonesia (b) Oman
(c) to prevent blood deficiency (c) Iran (d) Maldives
(d) to make iron useful 99. Indian Naval Station (INS) ‗Shivaji‘ is located in
82. Jnanpith Award is given for which field? which state of India?
(a) Journalism (b) Music (a) Kerala (b) Karnataka
(c) Science (d) Literature (c) Tamil Nadu (d) Maharashtra
83. Sports coaches receive which of the following 100. ‗Eat Right India‘ is a flagship programme of which
awards? Organisation?
(a) Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award (a) FSSAI (b) FCI
(b) Dronacharya Award (c) BIS (d) WWF
(c) Arjuna Award 101. ‗DIKSHA‘ web portal is associated with which
(d) None of these ministry?
84. Space Application Centre (SAC) is in– (a) Ministry of Education
(a) Ahmedabad (b) Bengaluru (b) Ministry of Agriculture
(c) Mumbai (d) Nagpur (c) Ministry of Skill Development
85. The first indegeneous fighting plane of Indian Air (d) None of these
Force is –
(a) Tejas (b) Vinashak ANSWER KEYS
(c) Ojas (d) Agni 1 d 26 a 51 d 76 c
86. ‗Grand Slam‘ is associated with the game of 2 d 27 b 52 b 77 c
(a) Lawn Tennis (b) Hockey 3 d 28 b 53 a 78 b
(c) Football (d) Swimming 4 a 29 b 54 d 79 d
87. Which of the following trophies/cups associated 5 b 30 a 55 c 80 a
with the game of Hockey? 6 b 31 c 56 c 81 a
(a) Derby (b) Aga Khan Cup 7 c 32 d 57 b 82 d
(c) Merdeka (d) Vizzy Trophy 8 c 33 a 58 a 83 b
88. Who was the first Indian to win an individual medal 9 b 34 a 59 d 84 a
in Olympics? 10 d 35 a 60 d 85 a
(a) PT Usha (b) Karnam Malleshwari 11 c 36 c 61 b 86 a
(c) Deepika Kumari (d) Sania Nehwal 12 c 37 c 62 d 87 b
89. World Health Day is celebrated on? 13 b 38 b 63 b 88 b
(a) 2nd April (b) 7th April 14 a 39 a 64 a 89 b
th
(c) 4 April (d) 4th April 15 c 40 a 65 a 90 b
90. Which Indian City has hosted to the Asia‘s Largest 16 d 41 b 66 b 91 a
aero show, Aero India-21? 17 a 42 d 67 c 92 c
(a) Gurgaon (b) Bengaluru 18 b 43 d 68 c 93 d
(c) Visakhapatnam (d) Kolkata 19 d 44 a 69 b 94 a
91. What is the Prize money for the Ra 20 a 45 d 70 c 95 b
92. jiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award? 21 d 46 d 71 c 96 d
(a) Rs.25 Lakh (b) Rs.15 Lakh 22 a 47 d 72 a 97 b
(c) Rs.10 Lakh (d) Rs.5 Lakh 23 a 48 a 73 b 98 d
93. Who is the author of new version of ‗Exam 24 d 49 a 74 b 99 a
Warriors‘ Book? 25 c 50 c 75 c 100 b
(a) Ram Nath Kovind
(b) Man Mohan Singh
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40 COMPUTER
MCQs
1. When you cut or copy information of gets place in
the______.
(a) Clipart (b) Clipboard
(c) Motherboard (d) None
2. What is the command used to remove text or
graphics from a document, the information is then
stored on a clipboard so you can paste it.
(a) chop (b) cut
(c) clip (d) cart way
3. A saved document is referred to as a ________
(a) document (b) file
(c) folder (d) None 16. Rows of relation are known as the _______
4. The name given to a document by the user called (a) Degree (b) Tuples
(a) filename (b) program (c) Entity (d) All
(c) data (d) record 17. Which of the following refers to the no. of tuples in
5. A___ is a collection of information saved as a unit the relationship?
(a) folder (b) file (a) Entity (b) Column
(c) path (d) file extension (c) Cardinality (d) None
6. Information kept about file includes_______ 18. Which one of the following is a type of data
(a) print setting (b) deletion data manipulation command?
(c) Both (a) & (b) (d) Size (a) Create (b) Alter
7. A file is often referred to as a ______ (c) Delete (d) All of these
(a) wizard (b) document 19. Which of the following command is a type of data
(c) pane (d) device definition language command?
8. File extension are used in order to______ (a) create (b) update
(a) Name the file (c) Delete (d) Merge
(b) Ensure the file name is not lost 20. In the relational table which of the following can
(c) Identity the file also be represented by the term ―attribute‖?
(d) identify the file type (a) Entity (b) Row
9. The key F12 pens a(n)? (c) Column (d) Both (b) and (c)
(a) Open dialog box 21. Central processing unit is combination of
(b) Open save as dialog box (a) control and storage unit
(c) Save dialog box (b) Control and output unit
(d) close dialog box (c) arithmetic, logic and input unit
10. What is the shortcut key to open the open dialog (d) Arithmetic, logic and control unit
box? 22. A set of rules that a computer on a network uses to
(a) F12 (b) Shift +F12 communicate with each other is called
(c) Alt+F12 (d) Ctrl+12 (a) netiquettes (b) communications
11. Which is used to run a ―Jhesaurus check‖ on the (c) Regulations (d) Protocol
selected word? 23. Computers send data to peripherals with the help of
(a) Shift+F3 (b) Shift+F4 (a) modem
(c) Shift+F5 (d) Shift+F7 (b) parallel I/O interface
12. _____ is used to move a document up and down or (c) Serial I/O interface
left and right on the screen (d) All the above
(a) Tittle bar (b) status bar 24. Which of the following is true?
(c) formula bar (d) scroll bar (a) Bute is a single digit in a binary number
13. The zoom control slide located in (b) Bit represents a grouping of digit numbers
(a) Tittle bar (b) Status bar (c) An eight digit binary number is called as byte
(c) Formula bar (d) Scroll bar (d) An eight digit binary number is called a bit
14. The space between the margin and the text is called 25. A hard copy of a file created on a computer refers to
______ data
(a) Line spacing (a) saved on a floppy disk
(b) Paragraph spacing (b) Printed on printer
(c) Indent (c) Backed up on a tape drive
(d) None (d) Sent as an email
15. Which of the following tells you the page you are on 26. Microsoft Office is
and the total page count? (a) Shareware
(a) tittle bar (b) status bar (b) Public domain software
(c) formula bar (d) scroll bar (c) Open source software
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(d) None of these 36. All the following storage media have Read and
27. All the following are include in removable media Write capabilities except
except (a) Flash memory cards
(a) CD – ROMs (b) CD ROMs
(b) Diskette (c) Hard Disk drives
(c) DCDs (d) Floppy disks
(d) Hard Disk Drive 37. Application software
28. What happens when you press Ctrl + V key? (a) is used to control the operating system
(a) A capital V letter is typed into your document (b) is designed to help programmers
at the cursor point. (c) performs specific task for computer users
(b) The selected item is pasted from the Clipboard. (d) is used for making design only
(c) The selected item is pasted to the Clipboard. 38. __________ is a set of keywords, symbols , and a
(d) The selected drawing objects are distributed system of rules for constructing statements by which
vertically on the page we can communicate the instructions to be executed
29. What do you press to enter the current date in a cell? by a computer.
(a) Ctrl +; (b) CTRL + SHIFT +: (a) A computer program
(c) CTRL + F10 (d) CTRL + F11 (b) A programming language
30. To select an entire row in the excel sheet, the (c) An assembler
shortcut key that used is (d) Syntax
(a) Ctrl + Space (b) Ctrl + arrow key 39. All of the following terms are associated with
(c) Ctrl + Tab (d) Shift + space spreadsheet software except
31. What is the number of maximum columns that can (a) worksheet (b) Cell
be inserted in a word 2003 document? (c) Formula (d) Virus detection
(a) 35 (b) 42 40. ________ are viruses that are triggered off by the
(c) 45 (d) 55 passage of time or on a certain date.
32. A walky – talky set is an example of ________ (a) book sector viruses
(a) simplex (b) half duplex (b) Macro viruses
(c) full duplex (d) double duplex (c) Time bombs
33. A notice on the screen that informs you of a (d) Worms
problem is called
(a) frame (b) window ANSWER KEYS
(c) Dialog box (d) Message 1 b 11 d 21 d 31 c
34. Which of the following terms is just the connection 2 b 12 d 22 d 32 b
of networks that can be joined together
(a) virtual private network 3 b 13 b 23 b 33 d
(b) internet 4 a 14 c 24 c 34 b
(c) Intranet 5 b 15 b 25 b 35 b
(d) Extranet 6 d 16 b 26 d 36 b
35. Which of the following could you do to remove a 7 b 17 c 27 d 37 c
paragraph from a report you had written?
8 d 18 c 28 b 38 d
(a) Delete and edit (b) Select and delete
(c) Cut and paste (d) Undo typing 9 b 19 a 29 a 39 d
10 d 20 c 30 d 40 c
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20 BANKING AWARENESS
MCQS
8. The Government of India has notified six
documents as ‗Officially Valid Documents (OVDs)
for the purpose of producing proof of identity.
Choose the correct option from the following.
(a) Aadhaar Card, Passport, PAN Card, Employee
ID, Voter Identity Card, Ration Card
(b) PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving Licence,
Voter Identity Card, Ration Card, Passport,
(c) Voter Identity Card, Passport, PAN Card,
Aadhaar Card, Employee Id, NREGA Job Card
(d) Passport, PAN Card, Aadhaar Card, Driving
Licence, Voter Identity Card, MNREGA Job
1. If reverse repo rate is increased, what will be its Card
effect in market? (e) None of these
(a) Liquidity will be increased in the market 9. Money Laundering happens in which of the
(b) Liquidity will be decreased in the market following stages?
(c) No effect in liquidity (a) Placement (b) Layering
(d) None of the above (c) Integration (d) All of these
(e) None of these (e) None of these
2. Open Market Operations (OMO) deals with _____. 10. Gross domestic product is a measure of the total
(a) Buying or selling government securities value of all _____________.
(b) Buying or selling non-government securities (a) Consumer income in the economy for a period
(c) Inter-bank dealings of time
(d) None of the above (b) Capital accumulation in the economy for a
(e) None of these period of time
3. If the cost of raw materials increases, then the cost (c) Final goods and services produced in an
of final product also increases. If this situation leads economy over a period of time
to inflation, then it will be referred to as _______. (d) Sales in an economy over a period of time
(a) Cost Push Inflation (e) Income for all citizens no matter where the
(b) Pricing Power Inflation citizens reside
(c) Demand Pull Inflation 11. Why are intermediate goods excluded from GDP?
(d) Sectoral Inflation (a) These goods have not been sold so they can't
(e) None of these be counted
4. What is the significant of the term 'Liabilities' in (b) Their inclusion would understate GDP
NDTL? (c) Including intermediate goods would be double
(a) It means Demand and Time Deposits are assets counting their value
for customers, but liabilities for banks (d) They are included in the value added
(b) It means Demand and Time Deposits are assets calculation for GNP
for banks, but liabilities for customers 12. The difference between real GDP and Nominal
(c) It means Demand and Time Deposits are GDP is that real GDP determines ____________.
liabilities for both banks and customers (a) Whether economic welfare has changed
(d) It means Demand and Time Deposits are assets (b) Whether real production has changed
for both banks and customers (c) The change in nominal interest rates
(e) None of these (d) Whether the government sector is growing
5. Which of the following is an example of world-wide 13. Source of funds for repayment of municipal bonds is
financial messaging network? considered as
(a) SWIFT (b) CHIPS (a) local tax and revenue
(c) SFMS (d) NEFT (b) global tax and revenue
(e) None of these (c) print notes
6. Maximum amount of transfer required for Real (d) commercial notes
Time Gross Settlement is Rs __________. (e) None of these
(a) 5,00,000 (b) 20,00,000 14. Bonds that does not pay any interest rate are
(c) 15,00,000 (d) 10,00,000 considered as
(e) None of these (a) interest free bond
7. Ways & means is the loan and advances provided (b) zero coupon bond
by RBI to ________ (c) price less coupon bond
(a) State Govt. (b) NABARD (d) useless price bonds
(c) Commercial banks (d) NOT (e) None of these
(e) SIDBI 15. ASBA" stands for –
(a) Application supported by bank account
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(b) Application supported by balance account (e) All the above

(c) Application supported by blocked account 19. The ratio between cash in hand and out of total
(d) Application supported by blocked amount deposits maintained by the banks is called:
(e) None of these (a) SBR (Statutory Bank Ratio)
16. ______________ is the distribution of insurance (b) SLR (Statutory Liquid Ratio)
products and the insurance policies of insurance (c) CBR (Central Bank Reserve)
companies by banks as corporate agents through (d) CRR (Cash Reserve Ratio)
their branches. (e) None of these
(a) Insurance (b) Cross Selling 20. Identify the Punishable offence by a Bank Account
(c) Mutual Funds (d) Bancassurance Holder?
(e) None of these (a) If a cheque is not crossed
17. _______________ is the time when a company (b) If a post dated cheque is issued
makes the first offering of the shares to the public. (c) If a cheque drawn by him is dishonoured for
(a) Market Selling insufficiency of funds in his account
(b) Open Selling (d) Issuing a cheque without signature
(c) Direct Selling (e) None of these
(d) Initial Public Offering
(e) None of these ANSWER KEYS
18. Among the following which bank is insured by 1. b 2. a 3. a 4. a 5. a 6. e
DICGC? 7. a 8. d 9. d 10. c 11. c 12. b
(a) Local Area Banks 13. a 14. b 15. d 16. d 17. d 18. e
(b) RRB 19. b 20. c
(c) Commercial Banks
(d) Foreign Banks in India
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PRACTICE SET
Upcoming Exam
IBPS-PO (PRELIM)
ENGLISH LANGUAGE
Directions (Q.1-8) : Read the following passage
carefully and answer the question that follows.
After a worrying pre-monsoon phase between March and
May, when rainfall was scarce, the current robust season
in most parts of coastal, western and central India augurs 1. Which among the following is correct regarding the
well for the entire economy. Aided apparently by impact of flood in India over the years starting from
beneficial conditions in the Indian Ocean, very heavy 1970s?
rainfall has been recorded, notably in Maharashtra, (a) The loss of lives has decreased in these years
Gujarat, Rajasthan, the north-eastern States, Karnataka, but the economic losses have increased
the Konkan coast, hilly districts of Kerala and Tamil manifold in this duration.
Nadu. This pattern may extend into Chhattisgarh, Odisha, (b) The losses have quantified because of the fact
Bengal and other eastern regions. A normal Indian that the population of the country is also on the
Summer Monsoon is bountiful overall, but as last year‘s rise.
flooding in Kerala, and the Chennai catastrophe of 2015 (c) There is no information available in the
showed, there can be a terrible cost in terms of lives and government how the figures have redeveloped
property lost, and people displaced. Distressing scenes of in all these years.
death and destruction are again being witnessed. Even in (d) This should be understood without concern that
a rain-shadow region such as Coimbatore in Tamil Nadu, it has to be quantified with so many things
the collapse of a railway parcel office after a downpour under consideration.
has led to avoidable deaths. What this underscore is the (e) None of the above
need to prepare for the rainy season with harvesting 2. Which among the following is correct regarding the
measures, as advocated by the Centre‘s Jal Shakti response of the states to the need to tackle flood
Abhiyan, and a safety audit of structures, particularly situations?
those used by the official agencies. In drafting their (a) The state governments have taken all the
management plans, States must be aware of the scientific necessary measures in order to ensure that
consensus: that future rain spells may be short, often nothing happens.
unpredictable and very heavy influenced by a changing (b) The state governments have understood the
climate. They need to invest in reliable infrastructure to importance of flood related losses though they
mitigate the impact of flooding and avert disasters that see every year the opposite of the same.
could have global consequences in an integrated (c) The governments should ensure that the central
economy. government comes to the rescue and gives
The long-term trends for flood impact in India have been them enough funds.
one of declining loss of lives and cattle since the decadal (d) The governments at the state level have failed
high of 1971-80, but rising absolute economic losses, to do enough to control the flood related
though not as a share of GDP. It is important, therefore, damages within their areas.
to increase resilience through planning, especially in (e) None of the above
cities and towns which are expanding steadily. Orderly 3. Which among the following is correct regarding the
urban development is critical for sustainability, as the pattern of rainfall in the future as declared by the
mega flood disasters in Mumbai and Chennai witnessed scientific community?
in this century make clear. It is worth pointing out that (a) The rains will be very much severe in nature and
the response of State governments to the imperative is all the areas will go under the water in no time.
tardy and even indifferent. They are hesitant to act (b) The rains will see a very dry spell though in
against encroachment of lake catchments, river courses some areas the case will not be the same any
and floodplains. The extreme distress in Chennai, for more.
instance, has not persuaded the State government against (c) The rains in India will not suffer any change in
allowing structures such as a police station being the pattern though others will not understand
constructed on a lake bed, after reclassification of land. the fact.
Granting such permissions is an abdication of (d) The rainfall in the future is going to be very
responsibility and a violation of National Disaster much irregular and it is not going to follow a
Management Authority Guidelines to prevent urban predicted pattern.
flooding. As a nation that is set to become the most (e) None of the above
populous in less than a decade, India must address its 4. Which among the following gives us the correct
crippling cycles of drought and flood with redoubled picture of monsoon in the current year as stated in
vigour. Scientific hydrology, coupled with the traditional the passage?
wisdom of saving water through large innovative (a) There will be too much monsoon in the country
structures, will mitigate floods and help communities though some of the areas will not get any kind
prosper. of rainfall.
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(b) There will be enough rainfall in almost all the 12. Once his one-track mind got to functioning on a
areas of the country though the starting was not certain objective it seldom digressed.
like this to the monsoon. (a) Deviated (b) Irritated
(c) There will not be rainfall at all in the country in (c) Focused (d) Reluctant
the coming ten years because of the changing (e) None of the above
climate. 13. The news that the company appeared to
(d) There will be drought everywhere in India this have cooked the books has resulted in pension
year though the next year is going to be funds and bondholders losing billions of dollars.
completely different. (a) Nefarious activities
(e) None of the above (b) Deflate profits
5. Which among the following is/are correct according (c) Avoid Taxes
to the information given in the passage? (d) Tamper with financial data
I. The National Disaster Management Authority (e) None of the above
Guidelines prevent the government to give Directions (Q.14-18) : In the questions given below, a
permission to construct something by changing sentence has been broken into four fragments. You
the nature of the land. are required to identify the part that contains an
II. Chennai administration is not at all interested error and mark it as your answer. In case, all
in taking preventive measures to control flood fragments are incorrect, please select „No error‟ as
in the city. your answer.
III. There have been too many encroachments in the 14. Find the error in one of the following
river bed areas in various cities across the fragments/parts.
country. (a) India has always been torn between an urge to
(a) Both I and II (b) Both II and III sit at
(c) Both I and III (d) All I, II and III (b) the high table of global negotiations and being
(e) Only III (c) seen by the rest of the world as a deal breaker
6. Which among the following is SIMILAR in (d) on issues such as global trade and climate change.
meaning to the word Tardy as used in the passage? (e) No error
(a) Sluggish (b) Prompt 15. Find the error in one of the following
(c) Overtime (d) Orchestrated fragments/parts.
(e) None of the above (a) Despite the unethical business
7. Which among the following is OPPOSITE in (b) practices adopted by publishers of
meaning to the word Bountiful as used in the (c) such journals, the number of researchers which
passage? (d) publish in them has been increasing at an
(a) Mitigating (b) Refreshing alarming rate.
(c) Sufficient (d) Scarce (e) No error
(e) None of the above 16. Find the error in one of the following
8. Which among the following is SIMILAR in fragments/parts.
meaning to the word Abdication as used in the (a) The principle task of the Finance Commission is
passage? (b) to assess the revenue and cost disabilities of the
(a) Renunciation (b) Ratification (c) States and make recommendations to offset
(c) Fragmentation (d) Termination (d) these disabilities through tax devolution and grants.
(e) None of the above (e) No error
Directions (Q.9-13) : Identify the words that are 17. Find the error in one of the following
similar in meaning to the phrase in bold. If none of fragments/parts.
option conveys the correct meaning, mark (E) as your (a) Since the essence of nonalignment
answer. The options do not necessarily need to be (b) was freedom of thought and action,
grammatically correct. (c) India insisted that it was valid
9. The Narendra Modi government is walking on (d) weather there was one bloc or no bloc.
eggshells to avoid offending Chinese authorities‘ (e) No error
sensibilities over Tibet, which has long been a 18. Find the error in one of the following
source of friction in bilateral relations. fragments/parts.
(a) Cautious (b) Exuberant (a) The United States has identified both China
(c) Consult (d) Reckless (b) and Russia as advisories, whose leaders,
(e) None of the above (c) Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, are strong and
10. As per a recent study, consumption of fast food (d) determined to stand up to a faltering Donald
results in hormones going haywire. Trump.
(a) Amiss (b) Disordered (e) No error
(c) Defective (d) All of the above Directions (Q.19-23) : Which of the phrases A, B, C
(e) None of the above and D given below each sentence should replace the
11. Because the department has made it mandatory for phrase printed in bold in the sentence to make it
schools to pick up the tab in terms of finances, the grammatically correct? If the sentence is correct as it
Sports hostels that are already running are on the is given and no correction is required then mark “No
verge of closure. correction required‟ as the answer.
(a) Sell (b) Buy 19. He has visited many places all over the city looked
(c) Pay (d) Rent at the perfect location to set up his factory.
(e) None of the above (a) looking out
(b) looking for
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(c) looking after (d) D (e) E
(d) looked forward to Directions (Q.28-30) : Fill in the Blank with appropriate
(e) No correction required words and choose your option accordingly.
20. No traffic will be allowed in this area since the 28. Earlier, it had decided that a larger constitutional
minister visit scheduled today. bench would decide on the question of_________
(a) minister‘s visit privacy was a fundamental right.
(b) minister is visiting A. whichever B. even if
(c) minister‘s visit is C. whoever D. whether
(d) visit of the minister E. whatever
(e) No correction required (a) A-B (b) A-E (c) B-C
21. Medical treatment here is very expensive that they (d) B-D (e) A-E
had to sell off their land to pay for it. 29. The fundamental reason for this is that basic
(a) quite expensive and research is like defence: a pure public good which
(b) too expensive for the private sector can support only in ______ways.
(c) so expensive but A. Constrained B. Defined
(d) more expensive C. Limited D. Fixed
(e) No correction required E. Different
22. To be successful it is important to know why your (a) A-E (b) A-D (c) B-C
failure in the past and ensure that it doesn‘t happen (d) B-E (e) A-C
again. 30. Whether the G-20 leaders would pursue Dr.Rajan‘s
(a) why you had failed call and push for more ________and wider political
(b) because you have failed action on this front, given the common imperatives,
(c) that your failure remains to be seen.
(d) where you were failed A. concerted B. contrived
(e) No correction required C. composed D. concerted
23. These hand woven shawls are much in demand in E. calm
many European countries. (a) A-B (b) A-C (c) B-C
(a) were much demand (d) C-D (e) B-D
(b) are lots of demand
(c) demanded much QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
(d) will be lot of demand Directions (Q.31-35) : What will come in place of „?‟
(e) No correction required in the following number series?
Directions (Q.24-27) : Given sentences are not in their 31. 4882, 2442, 1222, 612, 307, ?
exact position. Rearrange them to make a coherent (a) 153 (b) 156 (c) 154.5
paragraph and then answer the questions given below. (c) 153.5 (e) None of these
A. We do need to guard against unfair trade practices, 32. 193, 191, 179, 149, 93, ?
such as goods made in China being routed through (a) 3 (b) 18 (c) 15
some countries with which India has an FTA, flouting (d) 22 (e) None of these
all rules of origin and local value-addition norms. 33. 5, 3, 6, ?, 64.75
B. This is integral to the ongoing process of eliminating (a) 15 (b) 15.5 (c) 17.5
from Indian business assorted means of enrichment (c) 17.25 (e) None of these
that have little do with efficient creation of value. 34. 2.5, 5, 15, 60, ?, 1800
C. India can hope to end its present exclusion from (a) 180 (b) 220 (c) 420
global value chains — across various industry (d) 300 (e) None of these
segments — through membership of RCEP. 35. 343, 729, 1331, 2197, ?
D. At the same time, the government needs to (a) 2725 (b) 2250 (c) 3025
appreciate that global trade and exposure to import (d) 3375 (e) 3125
competition constitute a sure method of raising Directions (Q.36-40) : Solve the given quadratic
Indian industry‘s competitiveness. equations and mark the correct option based on your
E. In parallel, there‘s the need to put in place clear-cut answer.
safeguards measures to prevent dumping of goods, 36. I. x2 + 4x – 32 = 0
especially from China. II. y2 – 13y + 40 = 0
24. Which of the following should be the FOURTH (a) x > y
sentence after the rearrangement? (b) x ≥ y
(a) A (b) B (c) C (c) x < y
(d) D (e) E (d) x ≤ y
25. Which of the following should be the SECOND (e) x = y or no relation can be established between
sentence after the rearrangement? x and y
(a) A (b) B (c) C 17 7
(d) D (e) E
37. I.  x
x x
26. Which of the following should be the THIRD 9
sentence after the rearrangement?
II. y 3 
3  82
(a) A (b) B (c) C 0
(d) D (e) E y y
27. Which of the following should be the FIFTH (a) if x > y
sentence after the rearrangement? (b) if x ≥ y
(a) A (b) B (c) C (c) if x < y
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(d) if x ≤ y 47. Kiran‘s salary is 35% more than Kanika‘s salary. If

(e) If x = y or the relationship cannot be established Kiran and Kanika‘s salary increased by 18% and
38. I. 25x2 – 30x + 8 = 0 24% respectively, then Kanika‘s salary is:
II. y2 – 2y + 1 = 0 (a) 22.2% less than Kiran‘s salary
(a) x > y (b) 29.6% less than Kiran‘s salary
(b) x ≥ y (c) Almost equal to Kiran‘s salary
(c) x < y (d) 6.4% more than Kiran‘s salary
(d) x ≤ y (e) 10.7% more than Kiran‘s salary.
(e) x = y or the relationship cannot be established 48. Radha, Shama and Inaya have 60, p and q grapes
39. I. y2 – 18y + 65 = 0 respectively. If Shama gives her 15 grapes to Radha,
II. x2 – 26x + 169 = 0 She and Inaya have grapes in the ratio 7 : 10. If
(a) If x > y together the three had 30 grapes more, each of them
(b) If x ≥ y would have had 120 grapes on an average. What is
(c) If x < y the ratio p : q?
(d) If x ≤ y (a) 2 : 7 (b) 4 : 5 (c) 5 : 2
(e) If x = y or the relationship cannot be established (d) 7 : 2 (e) None of these
40. I. 3x2 – 22x + 24 = 0 49. The average expenditure of Saurabh for the January
II. 3y2 – 20y + 25 = 0 to June is Rs 4200 and he spent Rs 1200 in January
(a) x > y and Rs 1500 in July. The average expenditure for
(b) x ≥ y the months of February to July is:
(c) x < y (a) Rs 4250 (b) Rs 3156 (c) Rs 4523
(d) x ≤ y (d) Rs 3625 (e) None of these
(e) x = y or the relationship cannot be established 50. What total amount would Jatin get at the end of
between x and y three years if he invests an amount of Rs 1200 in a
Directions (Q.41-45) : Study the given table carefully scheme which offer simple interest at the rate of 7.5
and answer the following questions accordingly. percent per annum for three years?
Given table shows the number of teachers in five (a) Rs 1511 (b) Rs 1481 (c) Rs 1623
different age groups in Delhi University and the ratio (d) Rs 1550 (e) Rs 1470
of male teachers and female teachers in the respective 51. Akshay and Kalpesh are partners in a business.
age groups. Akshay invests 3/4th of the capital for 5 months.
Age – Number Ratio of male to Kalpesh received ½ of the total profit. For how
Group of teaches female many months did Kalpesh invest his capital?
25 – 30 760 13 : 6 (a) 9 months (b) 12 months (c) 15 months
30 – 35 840 4:3 (d) 18 months (e) 24 months
35 – 40 750 7:8 52. A pencil costing Rs 10 was sold for Rs 20. Find the
40 – 45 800 9 : 11 gain or loss percent, if the pencil would have been
45 – 50 700 23 : 12 bought for Rs 2 less and sold for Rs 4 more than earlier.
41. What is the total number of male teachers in all the (a) 100% gain (b) 200% gain
age groups together? (c) 90% gain (d) 50% gain
(a) 2480 (b) 2350 (c) 2170 (e) None of these
(d) 2260 (e) None of these 53. In a journey of 480 km, a bus covered 90 km at a
42. What is the respective ratio of female teachers in age speed of 60 km/hr, 240 km at a speed of 80 km/hr and
groups 40 – 45 and 45 – 50 together to the number of the remaining distance at a speed of 75 km/hr if the
male teachers in same age groups together? bus started at 10:15 AM and took a total halt of 40
(a) 41 : 34 (b) 34 : 41 (c) 35 : 56 minutes, at what time will it reach its destination?
(d) 17 : 41 (e) None of these (a) 5:05 PM (b) 5:15 PM (c) 5:25 PM
43. 3/11 of the total number of teachers in all age (d) 5:35 PM (e) 5:45 PM
groups together went on strike on a particular day. 54. Two different type of cleaning liquid of Rs 80 per
Then, find the number of teachers who do not joined litre and other is at certain price are mixed in the
the strike? ratio of 6/4. If mixture is formed is sold at Rs 90 per
(a) 2800 (b) 1950 (c) 3240 kg then, find the price of a mixture when two liquids
(d) 2210 (e) None of these are mixed in same ratio
44. By what percent is the number of male teachers in (a) Rs 85.5 (b) Rs 91.2 (c) Rs 92.5
age groups 25 – 30 and 30 – 35 together more than (d) Rs 95.5 (e) Rs 96
that of female teachers in age groups 30 – 35 and 40 55. 30 men are engaged to a work by a contractor for 6
– 45 together? days. They work for 4 days but due to some reasons
(a) 20% (b) 25% (c) 30% only 50% of the work is completed. How many
(d) 15% (e) 40% more men should be engaged to work to complete
45. What is the average number of female teachers in the work in a given period of time.
age groups 25 – 45? (a) 12 men (b) 20 men (c) 30 men
(a) 340 (b) 400 (c) 320 (d) 18 men (e) 9 men
(d) 360 (e) 420 56. Swantantrata Express and Samvidhaan express were
46. A horse is tethered to one corner of a rectangular running on parallel tracks in opposite direction.
grassy field 40 m by 24 m with a rope 14 m long. They cross each other in 60 seconds. However
Over how much are of the field can it graze? moving ahead, they cross stationary poles in 70 sec
(a) 154 m2 (b) 308 m2 (c) 150 m2 and 55 sec, respectively. What is the respective ratio
(c) 407 m2 (e) None of these of their speed?
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(a) 2 : 1 (b) 1 : 2 (c) 55 : 70
(d) 14 : 11 (e) 12 : 13
57. A boat can travel 2 times the distance down the
stream than up the stream in the same time. The
speed of the current is 4 kmph. The boat will cover a
distance of ____ km downstream in ____ hours.
Which of the following options satisfies the two
blanks in the question?
A. 48, 6 B. 96, 6
C. 56, 7 D. 48, 3
(a) only A (b) only B
(c) only C (d) both A and C
(e) both B and D
58. Mr Ramesh spent 15% of his monthly income on
grocery and household expenses. Out of the
remaining he spent 20% on children‘s education
25% on transport and 20% on entertainment. He is
left with an amount of Rs 24,990 after incurring 61. If the number of male clerks employees in
above expenses. What was his monthly income?
Karnataka are 2250, then the number of male clerks
(a) Rs 84,000 (b) Rs 74,000
is approximately what percent of the female
(c) Rs 66,000 (d) Rs 82,000 employees in that particular state which are clerks?
(e) None of these (a) 245% (b) 240% (c) 237%
59. In how many ways can a group of 2 men and 3
(d) 232% (e) None of these
women be selected out of a total of 8 men and 10
62. In which of the following state is the percentage of
women? female employees with respect to the total number of
(a) 1860 (b) 3240 (c) 3360 employees in that particular state is the second lowest
(d) 2460 (e) None of these
(a) Kerala (b) Punjab
60. Johnson bought a sports car with an exchange offer.
(c) Gujarat (d) West Bengal
The sale price of the car was Rs 8,00,000 . He availed (e) None of these
20% discount from the company and then 10% 63. Which of the following given statements follows for
reduction in price of his old car. He spent 10% of the
the above given data?
cost of the interiors and stereo system. After a month
I. Punjab has the third highest number of average
he sold the car to his friend Henry for Rs 6,40,000. employees per branches.
Find his profit or loss percentage into this transaction. II. Number of male employees in Gujarat is more than
(a) 10% (b) 1.5% (c) 1%
the number of female employees in West Bengal.
(d) 1.4% (e) 11%
III. Total number of clerks in Telangana is
Directions (Q.61-65) : Data related to branches and approximately 115% of the total number of
number of employees of SBI which has 150 branches clerks in Maharashtra.
across 8 states. Study the following graph and answer (a) Only I follow
the questions given below. (b) Both I and II follows
Number of Total no. of (c) Both II and III follows
States
branches employees (d) Both I and III follows
Punjab 18 4250 (e) None follows
Maharashtra 15 3900 64. What is the ratio between the number of clerks in
Gujarat 20 3560 Maharashtra and Kerala taken together to the
Kerala 24 4400 number of clerks in Telangana and West Bengal
Telangana 22 2800 together?
Uttarakhand 12 1680 (a) 1905 : 2102 (b) 1819 : 2001
Karnataka 14 4920 (c) 1739 : 2121 (d) 1009 : 2990
West Bengal 25 5200 (e) None of these
Ratio of male and females 65. Find the total number of female clerks, if the female
clerks are 1/3rd of the total number of clerks in
Maharashtra and Karnataka. And in the rest of the
states the female clerks are 1/4 th of the total number
of clerks.
(a) 5329 (b) 4331 (c) 5241
(d) 4979 (e) None of these
REASONING ABILITY
Directions (Q.66-70) : 10 friends A, B, C, D, E, F, G, H,
I & J live on different floors of a 10-storey building. The
ground floor of a building is numbered 1, above it floor
numbered 2 & so on.
A's floor number is twice of B's floor number. C lives on
an even numbered floor. D lives immediately below E. 3
people live between A & I who lives immediately above
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G. G doesn't live on the lowermost floor. C's floor • F was 2nd to the left of G and was neighbouring B
number is 4 less than H's floor number. E lives below J • H was 4th to the right of C
who lives above F. 77. How many persons were seated around the table?
66. How many people lives below J? (a) 12 (b) 13 (c) 14
(a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4 (d) 15 (e) 16
(d) 5 (e) More than 5 78. What was the position of H with respect to A?
67. Who lives immediately above F? (a) Immediate right (b) Immediate left
(a) A (b) J (c) C (c) 2ndto the right (d) 2ndto the left
(d) B (e) None of these (e) Cannot be determined
68. What is the difference of E & J's floor number? 79. How many persons were seated between B and H
(a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4 when counted from the left of H?
(d) 5 (e) More than 5 (a) Seven (b) Five (c) Nine
69. Four of the following are similar in some way. Find (d) Eight (e) Four
odd one. 80. How many persons were seated between A and C
(a) H (b) A (c) E when counted from the right of A?
(d) I (e) B (a) Five (b) Seven (c) Six
70. Which of the following statement is are correct? (d) Four (e) Eight
(a) A lives immediately above C. 81. If M was seated 2nd to the left of N then how many
(b) 2 people live between G & F such arrangements will be possible?
(c) 2 people live between G & H (a) None (b) One (c) Two
(d) A lives immediately above B (d) Three (e) More than three
(e) None of these Directions (Q.82-84) : There are seven boxes having
71. P is to the north-west of D. S is to the south-east of different weights. M is lighter than E and A, which is
R. V is to the north of L and to the east of S. If L is lighter than P. C is heavier than atmost one box, which is
to the west of D and P is to the east of V, then in neither L nor F. L and F are lighter than M. E is lighter
which direction is R with respect to P? than P. L is heavier than at least two boxes and, E is
(a) North-east (b) South-east lighter than at least two boxes.
(c) East (d) Can't be determined The weight of third heaviest box and that of second
(e) None of these lightest box is 89 kg and 28 kg respectively.
Directions (Q.72-76) : Study the following arrangement 82. If it is given that M + E = 139 kg and, C + F = 46
carefully and answer the questions given below: kg, then, M - C = ?.
3B&C4E@1$U*7I%6P#R2A≤ (a) 33 kg (b) 32 kg
72. How many such symbol(s) is/are there which are (c) 12 kg (d) Cannot be determined
immediately followed by a number and immediately (e) 61 kg
preceded by a consonant? 83. Which box is lightest?
(a) None (b) One (c) Two (a) F (b) Either F or C
(d) Three (e) None of these (c) M (d) C
73. Which one of the following is the second number to (e) Either F or M
the left of the alphabet which is sixth from the right 84. What is the possible weight of box C?
end? (a) 29 kg (b) 30 kg
(a) 4 (b) 1 (c) 2 (c) 58 kg (d) None of these
(d) 3 (e) None of these (e) 23 kg
74. What is the position of '*' to the left of the second Directions (Q.85-89) : Six persons A, B, C, D, E and F
number from the right end? had different chocolates viz. Bournville, dairy milk, Kit
(a) Ninth (b) Eleventh (c) Third Kat, Five Star, Perk and Milky Bar not necessarily in the
(d) Fourth (e) None of these same order. Each had different number of chocolates (of
75. If all the numbers are dropped from the above the same type) viz. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 not necessarily in
arrangement, which element will be seventh from the same order.
the right end after the rearrangement? The number of five stars was twice as that of the number
(a) E (b) $ (c) C of chocolates with A. D had perk which was thrice the
(d) I (e) * number of Dairy Milk. F had 5 chocolates. Number of
76. How many such alphabet(s) is/are there in the above Perk was twice as that of the number of Kit Kat. E had
arrangement, each of which is immediately followed either 3 or 4 chocolates. There was only 1 Bournville. B
by a symbol and immediately preceded by an even did not have the least number of chocolates and did not
number? have Kit Kat.
(a) One (b) Two (c) Three 85. Who among the following had the Milky Bar?
(d) Four (e) None of these (a) A (b) B (c) C
Directions (Q.77-81) : Certain number of persons (d) E (e) F
were seated around a circular table facing the centre. 86. Which of the following chocolate was with C?
The information about only few of the persons is (a) Dairy milk (b) Kit Kat
known. (c) Bournville (d) Milky Bar
• B was seated 3rd to the right of A. (e) Five Star
• Number of persons seated between A and G was equal 87. How many Milky Bars were there?
to the number of persons seated between A and C. (a) 2 (b) 3 (c) 4
• G was 2nd to the left of C who was not neighboring B (d) 5 (e) 6
• D was 4th to the right of E 88. What was the difference between the number of
• E was neighbouring A chocolates with A and B?
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(a) 1 (b) 2 (c) 3 necessarily in the same order). Further it is known that Q
(d) 4 (e) 5 was born in 2010. Two people were born between T and
89. What was the difference between the number of S where T was elder to S. V was born in an odd year. U
perks and dairy Milks? was born before P. Three people were born between U
(a) 1 (b) 2 and R where U was born before R.
(c) 3 (d) 4 96. Who was born immediately after U?
(e) Cannot be determined (a) P (b) Q (c) T
90. A meaningful word is formed using 2nd, 6th, 7th, (d) V (e) None of these
9th and 12th letter of the word 97. How many people were born before S?
"INTRAMOLECULAR". What is the last letter (a) 3 (b) 6 (c) 5
from that meaningful word? Mark X if no (d) 4 (e) 2
meaningful word is possible. Mark Y, if more than 1 98. What is the difference in the year in which V was
words are possible. born and the year in which P was born?
(a) X (b) Y (c) S (a) 3 (b) 11 (c) 5
(d) T (e) A (d) 13 (e) None of these
Directions (Q.91-93) : There are three married couples 99. In which year was R born?
with one child each in a family. Nobody has any (a) 2004 (b) 2007
grandchildren. E is the brother of Y. S is the daughter of (c) 2012 (d) 1999
O's sister. L is the father of P. R is the sister-in-law of Y. (e) Cannot Be Determined
Y has two nephews and one of them is D. N is the aunt 100. Which pair is odd from the rest?
of P. Neither L nor R has any siblings. E does not have (a) P,1999 (b) U,1996 (c) V,2004
any sister. (d) R,2012 (e) T,2007
91. Who is the husband of N?
(a) Y (b) E (c) L EXPLANATIONS
(d) O (e) The father of D 1. (a) Refer to, “The long-term trends for flood
92. Who is the mother of D? impact in India have been one of declining loss of
(a) R (b) O (c) N lives and cattle since the decadal high of 1971-80,
(d) Y (e) None of these but rising absolute economic losses, though not as
93. Which of the following persons have two siblings? a share of GDP. “
(a) E (b) Y It is clear from the passage that the long-term trends
(c) N (d) None of these of impact of floods in India have been on the decline
(e) Both (a) and (b) in terms of lives of people and cattle lost but on the
Directions (Q.94-95) : In each of the questions below other hand the economic losses have quantified
are given some statements followed by some multiple times during this particular time duration.
conclusions. You have to take the given statements to Among the given options, we can choose Option (a)
be true even if they seem to be at variance from only since it gives us the correct information
commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and regarding the data on lives lost in floods since 1970s
then decide which of the given conclusions logically till date. Others can be eliminated since they do not
follows from the given statements disregarding follow from the passage.
commonly known facts. This makes option (a) the correct choice among the
94. Statements: given options.
All flowers are cooks. Some cooks are legs. 2. (d) This is stated in the passage that the response of
All legs are rocks. No rock is a net. the states towards the importance of flood control
Conclusions: measures has not been that great. They are mainly
I. Some nets are cooks. II. Some rocks are cooks. indifferent to such things and that is why we have
III. No net is a cook. IV. Some legs are flowers. seen floods in various areas especially in the urban
(a) None follows areas such as Chennai in the recent times. The
(b) Only II follow author is of the opinion that such floods will
(c) Only either I or III follows actually be very harmful for the cities. Among the
(d) Only either I or III and II follow given options, we have Option D which gives us the
(e) Only either I or III and II and IV follow correct information regarding the response of the
95. Statements: states whereas the rest are eliminated as they do not
All threes are gloves. All nights are gloves. follow from the passage.
All barks are threes. Some gloves are onions. This makes Option (d) the correct choice among the
Conclusions: given options.
I. Some onions are barks. 3. (d) Refer to, “States must be aware of the
II. Some nights are barks. scientific consensus: that future rain spells may
III. All barks are gloves. be short, often unpredictable and very heavy
IV. Some threes are onions. influenced by a changing climate.”
(a) Only I follows It is clear from the passage that the future rain spells
(b) Only III follows will not be very much predictable since there will be
(c) Only II, III and IV follow rains sometime very heavily and it will mainly be
(d) Only I, III and IV follow because of the changing climate in India as well as
(e) Only II and IV follow in other areas of the world. The scientific
Directions (Q.96-100) : Seven people P,Q,R,S,T,U,V community has already explained that it is going to
were born on 30th October but in different years among be the future of monsoon and the states should be
1994,1996,1999,2004,2007,2010 and 2012 (not prepared to handle such situations. Among the given
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options, we can easily choose Option (d) for this opposite meaning would be scarce that means lack
since it gives us the correct information whereas the of something. Sufficient is actually the synonym of
rest can be eliminated for being irrelevant in the the given word whereas mitigating means
context of the passage. diminishing.
This makes Option (d) the correct choice among the This makes Option (d) the correct choice among the
given options. given options.
4. (b) Refer to, ―After a worrying pre-monsoon 8. (a) The word abdication has been used in the
phase between March and May, when rainfall passage in the sense that the city administration in
was scarce, the current robust season in most the country has failed to take adequate measures to
parts of coastal, western and central India control urban floods within their jurisdiction.
augurs well for the entire economy.” Among the given words, we can see
It is clear from the passage that the monsoon will be that renunciation is similar in meaning to the
robust now after a worrying start to the monsoon word. Ratification means giving legal backing to
season in the country. Now most of the areas in the something whereas termination refers to ending
country will have adequate rainfall. It is taking place something.
in certain areas whereas there will be rainfall in the This makes Option (a) the correct choice among the
other areas in the days to come. There is no given options.
prediction of any kind of drought in the country this 9. (a) Walking on eggshells: If you walk on eggshells
year. Among the given options, we can see that with someone, you are careful not to hurt or offend
Option (b) gives us the correct information whereas them.
the rest are irrelevant and hence eliminated from Ex: Khushi is so sensitive you have to walk on
consideration. eggshells with her all the time.
This makes Option (b) the correct choice among the Exuberant means enthusiastic and is incorrect.
given options. Reckless is the opposite of the correct meaning.
5. (d) Statement I is correct given the fact that the Only cautious fits in well here.
NDMA guidelines are regarding prevention of Hence, option (a) is correct.
floods and other disasters and these prevent the 10. (d) Haywire: If something goes haywire, it
administration to go against the nature of land to becomes disorganized or goes out of control.
grant permissions to construct something on it Ex: The photocopier has gone completely haywire.
without proper background analysis and research. It's only printing half of each page!
Refer to, “Granting such permissions is an All of the words convey the correct meaning of the
abdication of responsibility and a violation of word and are correct.
National Disaster Management Authority Hence, option (d) is correct.
Guidelines to prevent urban flooding.” 11. (c) Pick up the tab: If you pick up the tab, you pay
Statement II is also correct because it is very clear the bill or pay the cost of something.
from the passage that the Chennai City Ex: There was a celebration lunch for the team and
Administration has miserably failed to do justice to Bill picked up the tab.
flood prevention in the city. They have given As per the meaning above, only (c)- pay- fits in. The
permission to construct structures in areas of lake rest can be easily eliminated.
beds and river catchment areas. It is actually very Hence, option (c) is correct.
much harmful for urban flooding. 12. (c) One-track mind: If you have a one-track mind,
Statement III is also correct for the fact that the you have a tendency to think about only one subject.
response of the state administration around the Ex: The boy has a one-track mind; all he thinks
country has not been very proactive and that is why about is football!
there have been too many encroachments in the Deviated is the opposite of the correct
river-bed areas and lake bed areas of the country. meaning. Irritated is clearly incorrect
Refer to, “They are hesitant to act against while reluctant meaning unwilling is also wrong.
encroachment of lake catchments, river courses Only focused fits in well.
and floodplains.” Hence, option (c) is correct.
This makes Option (d) the correct choice among the 13. (d) Cook the books: Changing the facts or figures
given options. in the financial accounts, often in order to steal
6. (a) The word tardy has been used in the passage in money.
the sense that the state governments have not been Ex: The actor discovered after a while that his agent
able to undertake timely measures in order to was cooking the books.
prevent urban flooding and the floods in the city Option (a) means any type of immoral activities
areas of the country. It has been evident in the case while cooking the book refers only to financial
of the Chennai Floods of the country in 2015. fraud.
Among the given words, we can see Option (b) is opposite of the meaning and illogical.
that sluggish gives us the correct meaning of the Option (c) is incorrect.
given word whereas prompt is the opposite of the Only option (d) matches the correct meaning well.
word. Orchestrated means arranged. Hence, option (d) is correct.
This makes Option (a) the correct choice among the 14. (e) All the fragments are correct.
given options. Hence, option (e) is correct.
7. (d) The word bountiful has been used in the passage 15. (c) Fragment C is incorrect. It uses incorrect
in the sense that the monsoon in India is going to be pronoun which instead of who. Who is used for
enough this year and there will not be any kind of living beings while which is used for inanimate
deficit of rains in the country. Obviously the objects.
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Correct sentence: Despite the unethical business Option (d) gets eliminated because no comparison is
practices adopted by publishers of such journals, the made in the sentence and it gets confirmed by the
number of researchers who publish in them has been absence of the preposition 'than' in the sentence.
increasing at an alarming rate. However, option (a) replaces the bold part
Hence, option (c) is correct. appropriately and thus becomes the best
16. (a) Fragment A has an error due to use of the replacement among all.
word principle which means a fundamental truth or Hence, option (a) is correct.
proposition. The correct word would be principal 22. (a) Here, the best choice that replaces the bold part
which means first in order of importance/ main. most appropriately is option (a).
Correct sentence: The principal task of the No other phrase from any other option makes sense
Finance Commission is to assess the revenue and and thus all other options get eliminated.
cost disabilities of the States and make Hence, option (a) is correct.
recommendations to offset these disabilities through 23. (e) The original sentence is correct and needs no
tax devolution and grants. improvement.
Hence, option (a) is correct. Hence, option (e) is correct.
17. (d) Fragment D is erroneous due to use of the (24-27)
word weather which is used to refer to The first sentence should seem like an introduction to the
the climate instead of the conjunction whether. topic. After reading all the sentences, statement C seems
Correct sentence: Since the essence of to be the most appropriate choice. It speaks about India‘s
nonalignment was freedom of thought and action, hope to end its present exclusion from global value
India insisted that it was valid whether there was chains.
one bloc or no bloc. Further, statement E picks up where fragment C has left
Hence, option (d) is correct. off and they make sense together. The sentence starts
18. (b) Fragment B is erroneous due to use of the with ‗in parallel‘ which indicates other measures that are
word advisories. As per the statement, there is a lot to be taken to make India‘s hopes come true. Thus,
of tension between USA on the one hand and Russia fragment C and fragment E make a pair.
and China on the other. Now, if we read the sentences carefully, we find that
ence, advisory, meaning ‗having the power to make statement E mentions ‗dumping of goods‘ from China
recommendations but not enforcing them‖ is not a and statement A carries on with the mention of ‗unfair
good fit here. trade practices‘ and how goods made inChina are routed.
Instead, the correct word is adversaries meaning They make a meaningful sentence together. Thus,
enemies. fragment E and fragment A also make a mandatory
Correct sentence: The United States has identified pair. So far, the correct sequence of statements is: CEA
both China and Russia as adversaries, whose The fourth sentence should add meaning to the idea
leaders, Xi Jinping and Vladimir Putin, are strong being formed. A complete ban on Chinese goods would
and determined to stand up to a faltering Donald be impractical and the government should also consider
Trump. imports to be an essential part of India‘s trade
Hence, option (b) is correct. competitiveness. Hence, the correct sequence of
19. (b) The sentence implies that the person (subject) is statements is: CEADB
in search of a location for his factory setup. Option (d) is hence the correct answer.
Therefore, the only participle that goes well with the 24. (d)
context of the sentence is 'looking for'. 25. (e)
Look out (Phrasal Verb): be vigilant and take 26. (a)
notice. 27. (b)
Look after (Phrasal Verb): take care of 28. (d)
Look forward to (Phrasal Verb): await eagerly Explanation: B-D
Look for (Phrasal Verb): to hope to get something Whether – expressing a doubt or choice between
that you want or need alternatives.
Clearly, 'looking for' replaces the bold part most 29. (e)
appropriately. Explanation: A-C
Hence, option (b) is correct. Limited – restricted in size, amount, or extent; few,
20. (c) The original sentence is incorrect. small, or short.
Here, apostrophe ( ' ) is missing between 'minister' 30. (a)
and 'visit'. Explanation: A-B
Secondly, as the past participle 'scheduled' is used in concerted – jointly arranged or carried out;
the sentence, the verb 'is' should be used right before coordinated.
it to make it a grammatically correct sentence. 31. c;  4882/2 + 1 = 2442,
The correct sentence will be:  2442/2 + 1 = 1222,
No traffic will be allowed in this area since  1222/2 + 1 = 612,
the minister's visit is scheduled today.  612/2 + 1 = 307,
Hence, option (c) is correct.
 307/2 + 1 = 154.5 = ?
21. (a) The original sentence is incorrect.
? = 154.5
Option (b) can be eliminated because 'too' must be
32. a;  193 – 191 = 2 (= 1 × 2)
followed by an infinitive (to + verb1) which is not
the case here.  191 – 179 = 12 )=3 × 4)
Option (c) gets eliminated too because 'so' must be  179 – 149 = 30 (= 5 × 6)
followed by 'that' which is again not the case here.  149 – 93 = 56 (=7 × 8)
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 93 – 3 = 90 (=9 × 10) When x = 13 and y = 13 then x = y

?=3 When x = 13 and y = 5 then x > y
33. c; 5 × 0.5 + 0.5 = 3 So the answer is x ≥ y
3 × 1.5 + 1.5 = 6 40. e; I. 3x2 – 22x + 24 = 0
6 × 2.5 + 2.5 = 17.5  3x2 – 18x – 4x + 24 = 0
17.5 × 3.5 + 3.5 = 64.75  3x (x – 6) – 4 (x – 6) = 0
Hence 17.5 will come in place of question mark.  (x – 6) (3x – 4) = 0
34. c; 2.5 × 2 = 5  x = 6 or 4/3
5 × 3 = 15 II. 3y2 – 20y + 25 = 0
15 × 4 = 60  3y2 – 15y – 5y + 25 = 0
60 ×5 = 300
300 ×6 = 1800
 3y(y – 5) – 5 (y – 5) = 0
35. d; 343 = 73
 (y – 5) (3y – 5) = 0
729 = 93  y = 5 or 5/3
1331 = 113 When, x = 6, x > y for y = 5 and x > y for y = 5/3
2197 = 133 And when x = 4/3 , x < y for y = 5 and x < y for y =
3375 = 153 5/3
36. c; x2 + 4x – 32 = 0 The relationship cannot be established between x
x2 + 8x – 4x – 32 = 0 and y.
(x + 8) (x – 4) = 0 41. c; Number of male teachers in 25 – 30 age group =
Solving we get, x = -8, 4 13/19 × 760 = 520
Y2 – 13y + 40 = 0 Number of male teachers in 30 – 35 age group = 4/7
Y2 – 8y – 5y + 40 = 0 × 840 = 480
(y – 8) ( - 5) = 0 Number of male teachers in 35 – 40 age group =
Solving we get, y = 5, 8 7/15 × 750 = 350
So x is less than y. Number of male teachers in 40 – 45 age group =
So is the correct option 9/20 × 800 = 360
Number of male teachers in 45 – 50 age group =
37. e; I. 17  x  7 23/35 × 700 = 460
x x Total number of male teachers = 520 + 480 + 350 +
17 7 360 + 460 = 2170
   x 42. b; Number of female teachers in age groups 40 – 45
x x
and 45 – 50 together = 440 + (700 × 12/35) = 440 +
17  7
  x 240 = 680
x Number of male teachers in age groups 40 – 45 and
24  x 45 – 50 together = 360 + (700 – 240) = 360 + 460 =
9 820
 
II. y 3  3  8 2  0 Required ratio = 680 : 820 = 34 : 41
y y 43. a; Number of teachers in all age group together =
760 + 840 + 750 + 800 + 700 = 3850
 y 9 / 2  249 / 2 Number of teachers who do not joined the strike =
(8/11) × 3850 = 2800
 y  24 44. b; Number of male teachers in age groups 25 – 30
When x = 24, x = y for y = 24 and 35 – 40 together = (760 – 240) + (840 – 360) =
x=y 520 + 480 = 1000
38. c; I. 25x2 – 30x + 8 = 0 Number of female teachers in age groups 30 – 35
 25x2 – 20x – 10x + 8 = 0 and 40 – 45 = 360 + 440 = 800
 5x (5x – 4) – 2 (5x – 4) = 0 Required percentage = [(1000 – 800)/800] × 100 =
 (5x – 4) (5x – 2) = 0 200/800× 100 = 25%
 x = 4/5 or x = 2/5 45. d; Number of female teachers in 25 – 30 age group
II. y2 – 2y + 1 = 0 = 6/19 × 760 = 240
 y2 – y – y + 1 = 0 Number of female teachers in 30 – 35 age group =
 y(y – 1) – 1 (y – 1) = 0 3/7 × 840 = 360
Number of female teachers in 35 – 40 age group =
 (y – 1) (y – 1) = 0
8/15 × 750 = 400
 y=1 Number of female teachers in 40 – 45 age group =
When, x = 4/5 , x < y for y = 1 11/20 × 800 = 440
And when x = 2/5 , x < y for y = 1 Total number of female teachers in age groups 25 –
X<y 30 , 30 – 35 , 35 – 40 and 40 – 45 together = 240 +
39. b; I. y2 – 18y + 65 = 0 360 + 440 = 1440
y (y – 13) – 5 (y – 13) = 0 Required average = 1440/ 4 = 360
(y – 13) (y – 5) = 0 46. a; Since the horse is tethered to corner and length of
y = 13, 5 rope is less than sides of the rectangular field, area
II. x2 – 26x + 169 = 0 of field the horse can graze = one quarter of the total
X (x – 13) – 13 (x – 13) = 0 area the horse can cover.
(x – 13) (x – 13)
x = 13, 13
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Area of field horse can graze = (1/4) × π × r2 52. b; Cost price (CP) of the pencil = Rs 10
where r is the radius of circle horse can make i.e Selling price (SP) of the pencil = Rs 20
length of the rope Had it been bought for Rs 2 less , then CP = Rs 8
Take π = 22/7 Had it been sold for Rs 4 more then SP = Rs 24
Area of field horse can graze = (1/4) × (22/7) × 14 2 Loss or gain percent = |CP  SP| 100%
= 22 × 7 = 154 sq. m CP
47. a; Let Kanika‘s initial salary be Rs ‗x‘ Since CP < SP , hence there is a gain,
Kiran‘s initial salary = (100 + 35)% of x = 1.35x |8  24| 16
Now, Gain percent =  100   100  200%
Kiran‘s new salary = (100 + 18)% of 1.35x = 1.18x 8 8
× 1.35x = 1.593x 53. c; Remaining distance covered at speed of 75 km/hr
Kanika‘s new salary = (100 + 24) % of x = 1.24x = 480 – 90 – 240 = 150 km
Kanika‘s salary is less than Kiran‘s salary by = Time = Distance / speed
[(1.593x – 1.24x) / 1.593x] × 100 = 22.2% Total travel time = (90/60) + (240/80) + (150/75) =
48. b; If together the three had 30 grapes more , each of 1.5 + 3 + 2 = 6.5 hrs
them would have had 120 grapes on an average Now,
Halt time = 40 min = 40/60 = 0.667 hrs
60  p  q  30
  120 Total time of journey = 6.5 + 0.667 = 7.167 hrs = 7
3 hrs 10 min
 p  q  270 (1) The bus started at 10:15 AM
If Shama gives her 15 grpaes to Radha, she and Bus reached its destination at 5:25 PM.
Inaya have grapes in the ratio 7 : 10 54. c; Given,
Let price of other type liquid be Rs N per litre
p  15 7
  Using allegation rule,
q 10  6/4 = (N – 90)/ (90 – 80)
 10p – 150 = 7q  6/4 = (N – 90) /10
10p – 7q = 150 (2)  4N – 360 = 60
Multiplying the first equation with 7 and adding to  N = 105
with equation second: Price of other type liquid is Rs 105
7p + 7q + 10p – 7q = 2040 Given,
 17p = 2040 Let price of new mixture be Rs M.
p = 120  (M – 80) = (105 – M)
Putting the value of p in equation (1):  2M = 185
 q = 150  M = 92.5
p:q=4:5
The price of new mixture is Rs 92.5
49. a; We know that, the formula for average,
55. c; Given time = 6 days
 s  Total men = 30
 AE  E or SE  AE  nE  Let the extra men be x
 nE  Using formula , M1D1 /W1 = M2D2/W2
Where, 30 × 4 = (30 + x) × 2
SE = sum of entities, x = 30 men
nE = number of entities 56. b; Let the speeds of the Swantantra and Samvidhaan
AE = average of entities. express be x m/s and y m/s respectively.
Now, according to the question, Length of the first train = Distance covered in
Total expenditure from Jan to June = 4200 × 6 = Rs crossing stationary pole = 70x m
25200 And length of the second train = distance covered in
Total expenditure from Feb to June = 25200 – 1200 crossing pole = 55y m
= Rs 24000 Relative speed = (x + y) m/s
Total expenditure from Feb to July = 24000 + 1500 While crossing each other distance covered = 60 (x
= Rs 25500 + y) m
The average expenditure from Feb to July = 25500/6 Also, the distance covered while crossing each other
= 4250 is the sum of the lengths of the two trains.
The required average expenditure from Feb to July 60 (x + y) = 70x + 55y
is Rs 4250  5y = 10x
50. e; Simple interest = (P × R × T) /100
y = 2x
SI = (1200 × 7.5 × 3) /100 = 270
The respective ratio of their speeds = 1 : 2
Total amount = 1200 + 270 = Rs 1470
57. e; Let the speed of the boat in still water be u.
51. c; Let the total capital invested be x and the months ,
We get, (u + 4) / (u – 4) = 2
for which Kalpesh‘s amount was invested, be m.
Implies , u = 12 kmph
 Ratio of profit will be in proportion to amount Hence, the speeds in downstream and upstream are
and time invested 16 kmph and 8 kmph respectively.
 Akshay : (3/4 × x × 5) Therefore, the distance it covers in downstream
 Kalpesh: (1/4 × x × m) should be a multiplication of 16 and the time it takes
 Profit here is distributed equally to travel.
3/4 × x × 5 = ¼ × x × m 58. a; Let the monthly income of Mr Ramesh = Rs x
m = 15 months
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He spent 15% of his monthly income on grocery In Karnataka,

and household expenses. Total number of employees = 4,920
Thus, he is left with 85% of his monthly income Number of female employees = 7/15 × 4,920 =
Given : out of remaining 85% of his monthly 2,296
income, he spent Required percent = 2296/4920 × 100 = 47%
20% on children‘s education, In West Bengal,
25% on transport, and Total number of employees = 5,200
20% on entertainment. Number of female employees = 7/13 × 5,200 =
Thus, he is left with [100 – (20 + 25 + 20)] = 35% 2,800
of remaining 85% of his monthly income. Required percent = 2800/ 5200 × 100 = 54%
Also given , he is left with an amount of Rs 24,990 63. d; For statement I
35% of 85% of x = Rs 24,990 In Punjab,
35 85 Average of employees = 4250/18 = 236.11
  x  24990 In Maharashtra,
100 100
Average of employees = 3900/15 = 260
x = 84,000
In Gujarat,
Thus, the monthly income of Mr Ramesh = Rs
Average of employees = 3560/ 20 = 178
84,000
In Kerala,
59. c; We have to select 2 men and 3 women
Average of employees = 4400/24 = 183.33
Number of ways to do this =
In Telangana,
8
C2 10 C3  28 120  3360 Average of employees = 2800/22 = 127.27
60. c; Selling price of the car = Rs 8,00,000 In Uttarakhand,
Price after first discount of 20% = 8,00,000 – 20% Average of employees = 1680/12 = 140
of 8,00,000 = Rs 6,40,000 In Karnataka,
Price after second discount of 10% = 6,40,000 – Average of employees = 4920 /14 = 351
10% of 6,40,000 = Rs 5,76,000 In West Bengal,
Now, he spent 10% of cost price of the interiors. Average of employees = 5200/25 = 208
Total cost price = 5,76,000 + 10% of 5,76,000 = Rs For statement II
6,33,600 Number of male employees in Gujarat = 3560 × ¾ =
Profit percentage earned by selling it at Rs 6,40,000 2670
640000 633600 Number of female employees in West Bengal =
  100  1.01  1% 5200 × 7/13 = 2800
633600 Number of male employees in Gujarat < Number of
61. c; In Karnataka female employees in West Bengal
Total number of clerks = 4920 × 65/100 = 3,198 For statement III
Number of male clerks in Karnataka = 2,250 Number of clerks in Telangana = 2800 × 48/100 =
Number of female clerks in Karnataka = 3,198 – 1,344
2,250 = 948 Number of clerks in Maharashtra = 3,900 × 30/100
Required percentage = 2250 / 948 × 100 = 237% = 1,170
62. e; In Punjab, Required percent = 1344/1170 × 100 = 114.87% or
Total number of employees = 4,250 115%
Number of female employees = 17/25 × 4,250 = I and III follows.
2,890 64. a; Total number of clerks in Maharashtra = 3,900 ×
Required percent = 2890/ 4250 × 100 = 68% 30/100 = 1,170
In Maharashtra Total number of clerks in Kerala = 4,400 × 60/100
Total number of employees = 3,900 = 2,640
Number of female employees = 3/10 × 3,900 = Total number of clerks in Maharashtra and Kerala =
1,170 2,640 + 1,170 = 3,810
Required percent = 1170 /3900 × 100 = 30% Total number of clerks in Telangana = 2,800 ×
In Gujarat, 48/100 = 1,344
Total number of employees = 3,560 Total number of clerks in West Bengal = 5,200 ×
Number of female employees = ¼ × 3,560 = 890 55/100 = 2,860
Required percent = 890/ 3560 × 100 = 25% Total number of clerks in Telangana and West
In Kerala, Bengal = 1,344 + 2,860 = 4,204
Total number of employees = 4400 Required ratio = 3810 / 4204 = 1905 : 2102
Number of female employees = 5/11 × 4,400 = 65. b; Female clerks in Punjab = 4250 × 40 /100 × ¼ = 425
2,000 Female clerks in Maharashtra = 3900 × 30/100 × 1/3
Required percent = 2000×4400 × 100 = 45% = 390
In Telengana, Female clerks in Gujarat = 3560 × 50/100 × ¼ = 445
Total number of employees = 2,800 Female clerks in Kerala = 4400 × 60/100 × ¼ = 660
Number of female employees = 9/14 × 2,800 = Female clerks in Telangana = 2800 × 48/100 × ¼ = 336
1,800 Female clerks in Uttarakhand = 1680 × 70/100 × ¼
Required percent = 1,800 / 2,800 × 100 = 64% = 294
In Uttarakhand, Female clerks in Karnataka = 4920 × 65/100 × 1/3 = 1066
Total number of employees = 1,680 Female clerks in West Bengal = 5200 × 55/100 × ¼
Number of female employees = 5/14 × 1,680 = 600 = 715
Required percent = 600/1680 × 100 = 36% Total number of female clerks = 4331
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(66-70) 87. d;
Floor number Person 88. b;
10 I 89. d;
9 G 90. b; Required letters = N, M, O, E and L
8 H Meaningful words = LEMON and MELON.
7 J (91-93)
6 A
5 F
4 C
3 B
91. a;
2 E
92. a;
1 D 93. d;
66. e; (94-95)
67. a; 94. d; There are two possible cases:
68. d; Case I: some nets are cooks.
69. e;
70. e;
71. e; R is to the north-west of P.
Case II: No net is a cook.

(72-76)
72. a; There is no such symbol.
73. d; The alphabet which is sixth from the right end
is E and the number which is second to its left is
3.
74. d; The number which is second from the right end
is 6 and * is fourth to its left.
75. d; After the rearrangement:
B&CE@$U*I%P#RA≤
76. c; There are three such alphabets: E, P and A Some rocks are always cooks.
(77-81)
95. b; Of the given conclusions, only III follows
77. c;
78. d;
79. d;
80. b;
81. d; (96-100)
(82-84) YEAR PERSON
C < F (28 kg) < L < M < E (89 kg) < A < P 1994 U
82. b; 1996 P
83. d; 1999 V
84. e; 2004 T
(85-89) 2007 R
1 C Bournville 2010 Q
2 A Dairy Milk 2012 S
3 E Kit Kat 96. a;
4 B Five Star 97. b;
5 F Milky bar 98. a;
6 D Perk 99. b;
85. e; 100. d;
86. c;
***
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PRACTICE SET
Upcoming Exam
IBPS-PO (MAIN)
REASONING ABILITY
Directions (Q.1-5) : Study the following information
carefully to answer the given questions.
Eight different students- Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, Z5, Z6, Z7,
and Z8 live in an apartment which has Eight floors
numbered 1 to 8. The top floor is numbered as 8. They (a) Either I or II only (b) I and II only
also got different Ranks from 1 to 8 in school. They are (c) I only (d) II and III only
also having different Lucky numbers 1 to 8. Z2‘s Lucky (e) None is true
number, Floor Number, and His rank are the same 7. Statements: W % N, N @ M, L @ Q, Q # W
number. Except Z2, all others are having unique Floor Conclusions: I. L @ N II. Q @ M III. L # W
number, Lucky Number, and Rank(i.e., No two numbers (a) I only
will be same for a particular student). (b) II and III only
Two persons live between Z5 and one who got Rank (c) Either I or III only
4. One person lives between Z6 and Z1. Z1‘s Rank and (d) All I, II and III
Z8 Floor number are same. Z3‘s Rank and Z6‘s Lucy (e) None of true
number are same. Z4 got better Rank than Z3. Z7 Lucky 8. Statements: U # S, T# V, S % R, R & T
number and Z4 Floor number are same. Z5 Lucky Conclusions: I. U # R II. U & R III. S % V
number is 5. Students who got Rank 5 and Rank 6 live on (a) Either I or II only (b) III only
consecutive floors. One who got Rank 5 is having Lucky (c) All I, II and III (d) None is true
number as 1. Sum of Z6‘s Floor number and Lucky (e) None of these
number is equal to his Rank. Z6 lives on an Odd Directions (Q.9-11) : Each of the questions below,
numbered floor but not on floor number 1. Z8 Floor consist a question and three statements numbered I,
number and Z3‘s Lucky number are same. Two persons II and III. You have to decide whether the data
live between Z8 and Z6. Z6 Rank is same as Z5 floor provided in the statements are sufficient to answer the
number. Z6 Rank is an odd number.Z7 lives immediately question.
above Z3. Read the three statements and Give answer
1. What is the rank of the student who is living on (a) If the data in statement I and II together are
Floor no 4? sufficient to answer the question, while the data in
(a) 3 (b) 4 (c) 5 statement III are not required to answer the
(d) 6 (e) 7 question.
2. How many numbers of Students are living between (b) If the data in statement I and III together are
Z4 and Z1? sufficient to answer the question, while the data in
(a) One (b) Two (c) Three statement II are not required to answer the question.
(d) Four (e) None (c) If the data in statement II and III are sufficient to
3. In which of the following Floor is Z8 living? answer the question, while the data in statement I
(a) Four (b) Five (c) Six are not required to answer the question.
(d) Seven (e) Eight (d) If the data in all three statements I, II and III
4. Who among the following is living on Floor no 5? together are necessary to answer the question.
(a) Z4 (b) Z6 (c) Z7 (e) If the data in all the statements, I, II and III even
(d) Z5 (e) Z2 together are not sufficient to answer the question.
5. What is the Lucky number of Z4? 9. Eight students A, B, C, D, E, F, G and H are sitting
(a) One (b) Two (c) Three around a circle facing to the center of the table. How
(d) Four (e) Five many students are sitting between C and F?
Directions (Q.6-8) : In the following questions the Statements:
symbols $, #, @, % and & are used with the following I. A is seated second to the right of H, who is
meanings illustrated as below: „A $ B‟ means „A is not seated third to the right of D. G is seated
smaller than B‟. „A # B‟ means „A is neither greater immediate left of F.
than nor equal to B‟. „A @ B‟ means „A is neither II. C is seated third to the right of A and A is not
smaller than nor equal to B‟. „A % B‟ means „A is not near to E. F is seated second to the right B.
greater than B‟. „A & B‟ means „A is neither greater III. D is seated second to the left of E and is third
than nor smaller than B‟. In each of the following to right of G. C is an immediate neighbor of H.
questions assuming the given statements to be true, 10. Point A is in which direction with respect to B ?
find out which of the three conclusions I, II and III Statements:
given below them is/are definitely true and indicate I. Point S is to the west of point T, which is in
your answer accordingly. south of point B. Point A is to the north of
6. Statements: A & D, B # F, D @ C, C $ B point S.
Conclusions: I. A @ B II. B & A III. F @ C
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II. Point B is to the east of point V, which is the second to the left of the persons who is going for picnic
south of point T. Point U is to the south of on 20th.Ashis sits third to the right of person who is
point B. going on 16th. Only One person sits between the person
III. Point X is to the west of point A, which is to who is going for picnic on 19th and Quen. Chandan sits
the south of point V. to the immediate left of the person who faces Queen.
11. Among eight friends A, B, C, D, P, Q, R and S, who Only two people sit between Biswa and Ela. The person
is sitting between B and R? (It is given that all the who is going on 15th sits second to the right of the one
friends are sitting around circular table facing who faces Samir. Samir does not sit at an extreme end of
outside the center of the table). the line. One of the immediate neighbours of the person
Statements: going for picnic on 15th faces the one who is going on
I. P is seated immediate right of D and third to 19th. Prince does not face Ashis. The person who is
the right of R, who sits adjacent to C . going on 11th sits second to the right of the person who
II. S is seated third to the left of D, who is not is going for picnic on 18th.
near to A. 17. Who amongst the following faces the person who is
III. Q is seated third to the left of A, who is second going for picnic on 17th ?
to the right of B, who is not near to C. (a) The person who is going for picnic on 11th
Directions (Q.12-16) : Study the following (b) Daya
information carefully and answer the questions given (c) The person who is going for picnic on 16th
below: (d) The person who is going for picnic in 19th
In a certain code language (e) Biswa or Ela
‗Apple Cat Dog Beetroot‘ is written as ‗*T8 ^T3 @E5 18. Tara is going for picnic on which of the following
%G3‘ Dates?
‗Baroda Axis Canara Dena ‘ is written as ‗%A4 @S4 (a) 13th (b) 14th (c) 17th
th
Â6 *A6‘ (d) 19 (e) 15th
‗Decoding Aptitude Coding Basel ‘ is written as ‗@E8 19. Which of the following is true regarding Chandan?
%G8 *L5 ^G6‘ (a) Chandan sits an extreme end of the line
‗Cousin Aunt Brother Dear‘ is written as ‗^N6 %R4 *R7 (b) None of the given options is true
@Y5‘ (c) Chandan who is going for picnic on 18 th
12. Which of the following code for ‗Axis‘? (d) The person who is going for picnic on 14th
(a) Â6 (b) *A6 (c) @S4 faces Chandan
(d) %A4 (e) None of these (e) The person who is going for picnic on 17th is
13. Which of the following code for ‗Cousin‘? an immediate neighbour of Chandan
(a) ^G6 (b) ^N6 (c)*R7 20. Rakesh is related to 14th in the same way as
(d) %G3 (e) None of these Chandan is related to 12th based on the given
14. In the given code language, what does the code arrangement, To who amongst the following is Tara
‗Â6‘ means? related to the following same pattern?
(a) Baroda (b) Cousin (c) Beetroot (a) 11th (b) 20th (c) 13th
(d) Canara (e) None of these (d) 17th (e) 19th
15. Which of the following is the code for ‗Apple‘? 21. Who amongst the following sit at an extreme end of
(a) @E5 (b) *A6 (c) *L5 the row?
(d) @Y5 (e) None of these (a) The person who is going for picnic on 11th and
16. What may be the possible code for ‗SBI‘ according Rakesh
to the above coding concept? (b) The persons who is going for picnic on 18th
(a) %I3 (b) !I3 (c) @I3 and Ashis
(d) *I3 (e) ^T3 (c) Ashis and the person who is going for picnic
Directions (Q.17-21) : Study the following on 13th
information carefully to answer the given questions. (d) The persons who are going for picnic on 16th
Ten persons are going for picnic on ten and 13th
different dates of same months ( August) viz. 11th , 12th (e) Ashis, Ela
, 13th , 14th , 15th , 16th , 17th , 18th , 19th and 20th Directions (Q.22-23) : Read the following information
.They are sitting in two parallel rows containing five carefully to answer the following questions
people each, in such a way that there is an equal distance ‗A # B‘ means ‗A is the daughter of B‘
between adjacent persons. ‗A © B‘ means ‗B is the brother of A‘
In row 1- Ashis, Biswa, Chandan, Daya and Ela are ‗A = B‘ means ‗B is the sister of A‘
seated and all of them are facing south. In row 2 – ‗A & B‘ means ‗A is the son of B‘
Prince, Queen, Rakesh, Samir and Tara are seated and all ‗A * B‘ means ‗A is the father of B‘
of them are facing north. Therefore in the given seating ‗A @ B‘ means ‗A is the mother of B‘
arrangement, each member seated in a row faces another 22. What does the expression ‗P @ R = Q © S & T‘?
member of the other row. (a) T is the husband of P
(All the information given above does not necessarily (b) R is the son of T
represent the order of seating in the final arrangement.) (c) R is the daughter of T
The person going for picnic on 14th sits to the (d) T is the wife of P
immediate right of Queen. Prince faces one of the (e) None of these
immediate neighbours of the person who is going for 23. Which of the following indicates that ‗A is the
picnic on 12th.Daya faces one of the immediate paternal uncle of B‘?
neighbours of the person who is going on 13th. Samir is (a) A & U # Q @ R © B
not going on 13th. Daya is not going on 15th. Rakesh sits (b) A & U & R @ Q © B
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(c) B & R & Q @ U © A 30. Who among the following lives immediately below
(d) B & Q # U @ R © A the vacant floor?
(e) None of these (a) Dipti
Directions (Q.24-28) : Study the following (b) Faran
information carefully and answer the questions given (c) Charu
below. (d) The one who likes Cricket
There is a group of eight persons A, B, C, D, E, F, G and (e) The one who likes Polo
H, including two families. All of them are sitting around 31. How many persons are live between Elora and the
a circular table, facing the centre. Three members of this one who likes golf ?
group belong to one family and the remaining five (a) Two (b) Three (c) Four
belong to another family. There are four females in the (d) One (e) None of these
group. E sits second to the right of G, who is a female. D 32. Who among the following lives immediately above
is wife of H and is second to the left of B. D sits on the the one who lives immediately below the one who
immediate right of her husband. F is sister of H and is not likes to the table tennis?
exactly between G and E. C sits opposite to her sister (a) Amir (b) Biswal (c) Charu
and second to the left of A, who is son of H. B is son of (d) Faran (e) None of these
E. Directions (Q.33) : Study the following information
24. Who among the following sits second to the right of carefully and answer the questions given below:
A? Point V is 5m to the west of Point K. Point P is 2m to the
(a) D (b) E (c) C south of Point K. Point N is 4m to the
(d) F (e) None of these east of Point P. Point S is 3m to the south of Point N.
25. Who among the following sits exactly between G Point B is 2m to the west of Point S.
and E? 33. What is the shortest distance between Point S and
(a) Sister of H (b) Sister of D Point P?
(c) Wife of E (d) Brother of A (a) 4m (b) 3m (c) 5m
(e) None of these (d) 6m (e) None of these
26. How many members are there in the family of E? Directions (Q.34) : Study the information carefully
(a) Four (b) Three and answer the question given below.
(c) Two (d) Can‘t be determined M is father of A and C . R is brother of C. A is Husband
(e) None of these of T and S is daughter of T.V is grandmother of S.
27. What is the relation between D and C? 34. How is T related to M ?
(a) Brother-in-laws (b) Sons (a) son in law (b) Daughter
(c) Sisters (d) Brothers (c) Daughter in law (d) Can‘t be determined
28. Who among the following is third to the right of F? 35. Ritu goes 30 km towards North from a fixed point,
(a) C (b) G (c) B then after turning to her right she goes 15 km. After
(d) A (e) None of these this she goes 30 km after turning to her right. How
Directions (Q.29-32) : Read the following information far and in what direction is she from her starting
carefully and answer the questions given below it: point?
Eight persons Amir, Biswal, Charu, Dipti, Elora, Faran, (a) 45 km, East (b) 15 km, East
Gitu and Hari lives on ten floors building starting from (c) 45 km, West (d) 45 Km, North
ground floor number one to top floor number ten. There (e) None of these
were two vacant floors in the building. There are eight 36. Statement: The NDA Government is considering
games Hockey, Basketball, Cricket, Polo, Football, the creating of a National Investment Grid to map
Volleyball, Golf and Table Tennis in which only one business opportunities across the country.
person likes one game, but not necessarily in the same Which of the following will be an effect of the
order. above decision taken by the government?
The one who likes Table Tennis lives below the one who (a) It will encourage private investment in the
likes Polo but does not lives below the one who likes country
Golf. There are three floors between Amir and Biswal. (b) It will help to improve the business
The person who likes basketball lives below to both environment in the country.
Amir and Biswal. There are only three floors gap (c) Such a grid will place investment opportunities
between Faran and the one who likes Cricket. Faran lives in terms of projects upfront and make it easier
one of the floors below to the one who likes Cricket. for investors to access and explore.
There are only three floors between Faran and Dipti. Gitu (d) Investment will be made in all state
lives immediately below the one who likes Volleyball. irrespective of different parties at the Centre
The number of person lives between Faran and the one and state.
who likes Cricket is same as the number of floors (e) All of these
between Faran and the person who likes Football. Dipti 37. Statement: The government has decided to expand
does not like Cricket. The one who likes Volleyball does the coverage of its Jan Aushadhi scheme, which
not lives on the topmost floor. There are two floors offers 439 life-saving medicines, including cancer
between Hari and Charu. The one who likes Hockey lives and cardiovascular drugs, as well as 250 medical
immediately between Amir and Hari. Hari likes devices like stent and implant at 40-50% discounted
Basketball. prices.
29. Who among the following likes Polo? Which of the following statements would strengthen
(a) Amir (b) Gitu (c) Biswal the argument given in the above statement?
(d) Dipti (e) Charu
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(a) The government is concerned about companies by banks as corporate agents through
exorbitantly priced medicines to treat critical their branches.
diseases like cancer, diabetes and (a) Insurance (b) Cross Selling
cardiovascular conditions. (c) Mutual Funds (d) Bancassurance
(b) Poor people can now easily afford these (e) None of these
medicines. 44. _______________ is the time when a company
(c) Drug making companies have redused the makes the first offering of the shares to the public.
prices of important drugs. (a) Market Selling
(d) Life of people can‘t be saved with the (b) Open Selling
reduction in the prices of important drugs. (c) Direct Selling
(e) Only (a) and (b) (d) Initial Public Offering
38. Statement: The government was flooded with over (e) None of these
four lakh missed calls from citizens on the new 45. Among the following which bank is insured by
mobile number announced by Prime Minister DICGC?
Narendra Modi during his ‗Mann Ki Baat‘ address (a) Local Area Banks
Which of the following can be concluded from the (b) RRB
above statement? (c) Commercial Banks
(a) Popularity of PM in increasing day by day (d) Foreign Banks in India
(b) ‗Mann ki Baat‘ is a famous programme. (e) All the above
(c) Technology is a very good way to connect with 46. Which of the following methods is currently used in
people. India to issue note?
(d) Prime Minster wants to connect with the (a) Percentage Reserve System
people always. (b) Fixed Fiduciary System
(e) Only (a) and (c) (c) Minimum Reserve System
Directions (Q.39-40) : Electricity prices at power (d) Proportional Reserve System
trading exchanges have dropped below Rs.1 for off- (e) None of these
peak demand period in areas with excess power 47. Inflation which is created and sustained by increase
generation. In some areas, prices have dipped to 50 in cost of production which is independent of the
paise per unit while at others it is hovering at around state of demand is called ____________.
80 paise per unit. (a) Close inflation
39. Which of the following can be inferred from the (b) Pricing Power Inflation
above information? (An inference is something that (c) Open inflation
is not directly stated but can be inferred from the (d) Cost push inflation
given information). (e) None of these
(a) Domestic users will soon pay less amount of 48. ______________ is a situation in an economy
electricity bill. where inflation and unemployment both are at
(b) There is excess amount of electricity higher levels.
generation in the country (a) Deflation
(c) Domestic power distributor companies will not (b) Core inflation
decrease the electricity price for the users (c) Stagflation
(d) Only (a) and (c) (d) Skewflation
(e) Only (b) and (c) (e) None of these
40. Which of the following may be the cause of the 49. Who among the following is/are eligible to issue
excess power generation in the country? Commercial papers in India?
(a) Sufficient amount of coal generation in the (a) Corporates
country (b) Primary dealers
(b) Less demand of electricity by the consumers (c) All-India Financial Institutions
(c) Less amount of water in the reservoir (d) All of the above
(d) Use of LED by the consumers (e) None of these
(e) Only (b) and (d) 50. The maturity of Treasury Bills in India is always
less than _________.
GENERAL AWARENESS (a) 91 Days (b) 182 Days
41. Bonds that does not pay any interest rate are (c) 365 days (d) 730 Days
considered as (e) None of these
(a) interest free bond 51. Immediate Payment Service settlements are made
(b) zero coupon bond on _________________.
(c) price less coupon bond (a) Only Monday to Friday
(d) useless price bonds (b) Only bank working days
(e) None of these (c) All days including holidays
42. ASBA" stands for – (d) All days except Sunday
(a) Application supported by bank account (e) None of these
(b) Application supported by balance account 52. Who has topped the list of most affordable countries
(c) Application supported by blocked account for expatriates in a survey conducted by
(d) Application supported by blocked amount InterNations in 2024?
(e) None of these (a) Malaysia (b) Indonesia
43. ______________ is the distribution of insurance (c) Colombia (d) Vietnam
products and the insurance policies of insurance (e) None of these
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53. Which state government has decided to ban the sale 64. Which country conferred its highest civilian award
of high-caffeine energy drinks near schools? to President Droupadi Murmu?
(a) Kerala (b) Odisha (a) Vanuatu (b) Kenya
(c) Maharashtra (d) Gujarat (c) Samoa (d) Fiji
54. Which bank has launched the 'Safety Ring' to 65. Where has the ‗Virasaat' exhibition started recently?
enhance internet and mobile banking security? (a) Kolkata (b) New Delhi
(a) Canara Bank (c) Mumbai (d) Bhubaneswar
(b) State Bank of India (e) None of these
(c) Allahabad Bank 66. Anshuman Gaekwad who passed away recently was
(d) Punjab National Bank related to which field?
(e) None of these (a) Football (b) Cricket
55. Who has won the 2024 Men's Asian Billiards (c) Tennis (d) Hockey
Championship title? (e) None of these
(a) Anupama Ramachandran 67. What percentage of Foreign Direct Investment
(b) Dhruv Sitwala (FDI) is now permitted for aircraft Maintenance,
(c) Panchya Channoi Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) via the automatic
(d) Pankaj Advani route?
(e) None of these (a) 100% (b) 75%
56. Sheikh Hasina has recently resigned as Prime (c) 50% (d) 25%
Minister amid the deadly violence in which country (e) None of these
since last month? 68. What does Goa's 'Goem Vinamulya Vij Yevjan'
(a) Afghanistan (b) Bangladesh scheme support?
(c) Nepal (d) Myanmar (a) Wind turbine installations
(e) None of these (b) Solar rooftop installations
57. Which social media platform did Turkey block for (c) Hydroelectric power projects
censoring condolence posts for Hamas leader Ismail (d) Biomass energy production
Haniyeh? (e) None of these
(a) Facebook (b) Twitter 69. Sanjay Shukla has been appointed Managing
(c) Instagram (d) Telegram Director (MD) of which financial institution?
(e) None of these (a) SIDBI (b) Exim Bank
58. Digital Shakti Kendra has been inaugurated in (c) NABARD (d) NHB
__________ by National Commission for Women to (e) None of these
fight cyber-crimes against women. 70. Who is the author of the book titled ―Breaking
(a) Chennai (b) Ahmedabad Rocks and Barriers‖?
(c) New Delhi (d) Lucknow (a) Amartya Sen (b) Chetan Bhagat
(e) None of these (c) Shashi Tharoor (d) Sudipta Sengupta
59. Hiroshima Day is observed on which date? (e) None of these
(a) 8 August (b) 1 August 71. ―Jhumur‖, recently seen in the news, is a traditional
(c) 6 August (d) 2 August dance performed in which state?
(e) None of these (a) Nagaland (b) Sikkim
60. Which is the top-ranked Indian company in the 2024 (c) Assam (d) Manipur
Fortune Global 500 list? (e) None of these
(a) Life Insurance Corporation 72. Recently, which ministry has introduced guidelines
(b) HDFC Bank for bagless days for students in classes 6 to 8?
(c) State Bank of India (a) Ministry of Home Affairs
(d) Reliance Industries Limited (b) Ministry of Women and Child Development
(e) None of these (c) Ministry of Education
61. Which of the following sports is depicted in the (d) Ministry of Power
commemorative postage stamp issued by the (e) None of these
Department of Posts on the 33rd Paris Olympics? 73. Which bank has launched a ‗Golden Circle‘
(a) Sailing (b) Field Hockey exclusive banking program for senior citizens?
(c) Javelin throw (d) All of these (a) ICICI Bank (b) Axis Bank
(e) None of these (c) HDFC Bank (d) DBS Bank
62. Which ministry of the government of India has (e) None of these
launched the e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti, 74. Landslide Atlas of India, recently seen in the news,
and e-Summon apps? is prepared by which organization?
(a) Ministry of Panchayati Raj (a) DRDO
(b) Ministry of Home Affairs (b) ISRO
(c) Ministry of Education (c) NITI Aayog
(d) Ministry of finance (d) Ministry of Home Affairs
63. Which state has recently become the first state in the 75. __________ is called the Banker‘s cheque.
country to provide disaster management insurance? (a) Bearer Cheque (b) Pay order
(a) Jharkhand (b) Andhra Pradesh (c) Demand draft (d) Debit Card
(c) Telangana (d) Nagaland (e) None of these
(e) None of these
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76. What is very restricted form of banking, where the smaller unit, that is, a department in a university or
institution is not allowed to take risks by giving institution. The High Court noted that having the whole
fresh loans to business? institution as a unit would result in some departments
(a) Para Banking (b) Offshore Banking having only reservation beneficiaries and others only
(c) Retail Banking (d) Narrow Banking those from the open category. But the counterpoint is
(e) None of these equally valid. Having the department as the unit would
77. Currency notes and coins are called as _____. mean smaller faculties would not have any reservation.
(a) Flat money (b) Legal tenders In the roster system, it needs 14 posts to accommodate
(c) Fiat money (d) Both b and c SC and ST candidates, as their turn would come only at
(e) None of these the seventh and 14th vacancy. There may be no
78. Which of the following is not a function of the vacancies in many departments for many years, with
Reserve Bank of India? none from the reserved categories for decades. On the
(a) Controller of Credit other hand, taking the institution as the unit would give
(b) Note Issue more ______ (H) ________ for these sections.
(c) Banker‘s Bank According to the UGC‘s annual report for 2017-18,
(d) Acceptance of Deposits from Public nearly two-thirds of assistant professors in Central
(e) None of these universities are from the general category. Their
79. The ratio between cash in hand and out of total representation would go up further, as the present Bill
deposits maintained by the banks is called: also applies the 10% quota for the economically weak
(a) SBR (Statutory Bank Ratio) among those outside the reservation loop. Applying the
(b) SLR (Statutory Liquid Ratio) court‘s department-wise roster ______ (I) ___________
(c) CBR (Central Bank Reserve) would have deepened the sense of deprivation of the
(d) CRR (Cash Reserve Ratio) backward classes and SC/ST communities. To that
(e) None of these extent, the new (J) enactment will serve a vital social
80. Identify the Punishable offence by a Bank Account purpose.
Holder? 81. The sentence given in (A) has four words given in
(a) If a cheque is not crossed bold. Amongst the given bold words which of the
(b) If a post dated cheque is issued following must replace each other to make the
(c) If a cheque drawn by him is dishonoured for sentence contextually correct and meaningful.
insufficiency of funds in his account (a) 2-4 (b) 1-3 (c) 2-3
(d) Issuing a cheque without signature (d) 1-4 (e) 1-2
(e) None of these 82. The sentence given in (B) has four words given in
bold. Amongst the given bold words which of the
ENGLISH LANGUAGE following must replace each other to make the
Directions (Q.81-90) : Read the given passage sentence contextually correct and meaningful.
carefully and answer the questions that follow. (a) 2-4 (b) 1-3 (c) 2-3
Legislation to overcome the effects of court (d) 3-4 (e) 1-2
verdicts is not always a good idea. However, sometimes 83. Which of the following word given in the options
an exception ought to be made in the larger public should come at the place marked (C) in the above
interest. (A) One such law is the Centre‘s Bill to (1) article to make it grammatically correct and
preserved that (2)reservation for scheduled castes, meaningful.
tribes and other backward classes in (3)appointments to (a) Striking (b) Omitting (c) Eliminating
central educational institutions is (4) ensure. The Central (d) Cajoling (e) None of these
Educational Institutions (Reservation in Teachers‘ Cadre) 84. In the passage given, a sentence (D) is given in
Bill, 2019, passed by the LokSabha, replaces an italics. There may or may not be an error in one part
ordinance promulgated in March. (B) Its main object is of the sentence. Choose the part which has an error
to (1) apply the system of (2)treating an institution or in it as your answer. If there is no error then choose
a university as a single unit to (3)restore the reservation option (E) as your answer.
roster, and thus help fill 7,000 teaching (4) vacancies. It (a) The Supreme Court rejected the Centre‘s
seeks to get around a 2017 judgment of the Allahabad appeal against the
High Court ______(C) _______ down University Grants (b) But the narrower basis for applying quotas
Commission regulations that treated the institution as the would
unit for determining the roster, and directing that each (c) Mean fewer aspirants from OBC and SC/ST
department be the relevant unit. In short, reservation sections
should be department-wise, and not institution-wise, the (d) Would be recruited as assistant professors.
court ruled. (D) The Supreme Court rejected the (e) No error
Centre’s appeal against the order. But the narrower 85. Which of the words have the same meaning as the
basis for applying quotas would mean fewer aspirants word mentioned in (E)?
from OBC and SC/ST sections would be recruited as (a) Unpromising (b) Hopeless
assistant professors. In the interest of social justice, it (c) Horizon less (d) Standpoint
had to restore the system of having a wider pool of posts (e) None of these
in which the quotas of 27% for OBC, 15% for SC and 86. Which of the words have the opposite meaning as
7.5% ST could be effectively applied. From this (E) the word mentioned in (F)?
perspective, the Bill provides welcome (F) relief for (a) Mitigation (b) Ease
aspirants from the disadvantaged sections of society. (c) Alleviation (d) Distress
It is not that the court was (G) (e) None of these
manifestly wrong in applying the roster based on a
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87. Which of the following replace the word marked bonds, tighten investment norms and impose lock-
(G) to make it contextually correct and meaningful? ins; creating an artificial market for short-term
If no replacement is required, mark option (E). sovereign debt by __ the most attractive instruments
(a) Arrogantly (b) Facetiously for their clients, within SEBI‘s existing norms.
(c) Acidulous (d) Bamboozled (a) Provoking the watchdog to curb the latter‘s
(e) No replacement required options to take
88. Which of the following word given in the options (b) Threatening the market for, and returns from,
should come at the place marked (H) in the above this class of paper
article to make it grammatically correct and (c) Driving liquid funds there violates the freedom
meaningful. of fund managers to choose
(a) Enhancements (b) Opportune (d) Highly volatile, primarily due to investment
(c) Capability (d) Opportunities and earnings slowdown and
(e) None of these (e) Allowing alternative investment funds (AIFs)
89. Which of the following words given in the options to park excess cash in liquid debt pools of
should come at the place marked as (I) in the above Direction (Q.94-95) : Read the passage carefully and
paragraph to make it grammatically correct and answer accordingly.
meaningful. Also, the word should fill in the blanks True, it is the function of the army to maintain law and
given in the two sentences given below to make order in abnormal times. But in normal times there is
them contextually correct and meaningful. another force that compels citizens to obey the laws and
I) The common norm was not as heavy as the to act with due regard to the rights of others. The force
royal _____________________. also protects the lives and the properties of law abiding
II) By the law of St. Middleton, which was men. Laws are made to secure the personal safety of its
the ________________in the conservative subjects and to prevent murder and crimes of violence.
south, the church had jurisdiction over only one They are made to secure the property of the citizens
community. against theft and damage to protect the rights of
(a) Legal (b) Norm (c) Amateur communities and castes to carry out their customs and
(d) Protocols (e) None of these ceremonies, so long as they do not conflict with the
90. Which of the following words have the same rights of others. Now the good citizen, of his own free
meaning as the word mentioned in (J) in the above will obey these laws and he takes care that everything he
article? does is done with due regard to the rights and well-being
(a) Clairvoyant (b) Jittery of others. But the bad citizen is only restrained from
(c) legal (d) Ordinance breaking these laws by fear of the consequence of his
(e) None of these actions. And the necessary steps to compel the bad
Directions (Q.91-93) : In the mentioned questions, a citizen to act as a good citizen are taken by this force.
paragraph is given. Fill the blank with the correct The supreme control of law and order in a State is in the
sentence from the options. hands of a Minister who is responsible to the State
91. In fact, though a 2017 study did find an association Assembly and acts through the Inspector General of
between screen time and depression rates in young Police.
girls, the researchers concluded that ___________ 94. Which of the following is not implied in the
to say whether more screen time was leading to passage?
higher rates of depression in girls, or vice versa. (a) Law protects those who respect it.
(a) Study is an on-going long-term investigation of (b) Law ensures people's religious and social rights
child development absolutely and unconditionally.
(b) The relationship was co relational, which made (c) A criminal is deterred from committing crimes
it impossible only for fear of the law.
(c) If the structural differences observed are good (d) The forces of law help to transform
or bad irresponsible citizens into responsible ones.
(d) Technologies have obvious benefits and (e) All the given options are implied in the
potential harmful effects passage.
(e) Teens who spend more time than average on 95. Which of the following reflects the main thrust of
screen activities are more likely the passage?
92. Improving institutional capacity is essential for not (a) It deals with the importance of the army in
just improving air quality but also preventing future maintaining law and order.
deterioration; one key area of action that ________ (b) It highlights role of the police as superior to
to enforce the laws and ensure compliance. that of the army.
(a) The government must focus on is augmenting (c) It discusses the roles of the army and the police
the capacity of the pollution control boards in different circumstances.
(b) Must evolve to include long-term and systemic (d) It points to the responsibility of the Minister
measures and the Inspector General of Police.
(c) Improving air quality must be collaborative, (e) None of these
multi scaled and cross-sectoral Directions (Q.96-98) : Five sentences denoted by A, B,
(d) The environment ministry may work with state C, D and E have been given. Identify the odd sentence
governments and local authorities and arrange rest of the four sentences in such a way
(e) Can be extended on the basis of reviewing the that they make a meaningful paragraph.
outcomes of reducing the concentration 96. (A) He said that now attendance of students would
93. ET reports that SEBI might force liquid funds to be online and it could be updated within 15
invest some of the corpus in short-term government
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days only and thereafter no change would be is to the acquisitive intensity. It promotes worship of
possible in it. economic power with little regard to the means employed
(B) Giving details, Director, Higher Education for its acquisition and the end that it serves. By its
Department, A. Sreenivas said that the launch exploitation of human beings to the limits of endurance
of this app would bring transparency in the its concentration is on the largest profit rather than
Department and college administration, and maximum production. Thus the division of human family
enable better connectivity between students, is done on the basis of economic circumstance. All this is
parents, teachers and administration. injurious to division of human dignity. And when the
(C) The students can also get the details of harrowed poor turn to the founders of religion for succor,
lecturers of government colleges and officers they rather offer a subtle defense for the established
of the Directorate. order. They promise future happiness for their present
(D) To help students, Haryana Government has suffering and conjure up visions of paradise to redress
started mobile app ‗ShikshaSetu‘ which would the balance to soothe the suffering and the revolt of the
have all information related to attendance, fee, tortured men. The system imposes injustice, the religion
online admission and scholarships in all justifies it.
government colleges of the state. 99. The established order is supported by religion to:
(E) The students can also pay their fee online (a) alleviate the suffering of the poor in the
through this app and college administration can capitalist system.
also check whose fee is pending and how much (b) perpetuate the injustice imposed by the
fee has been collected, he said. capitalist system.
(a) BEAC (b) ADEC (c) DBAE (c) balance the suffering of the poor with hopes of
(d) CEAD (e) ADBC future rewards.
97. (A) It said a study will be conducted of special (d) help the tortured men to seek redress.
economic zones and export promotion zones in (e) to kill men when required.
the country to reassess their role and 100. In a capitalist system:
objectives. (a) the means justify the ends.
(B) It will also have details on loans and credit (b) the ends justify the means.
offered by various financial institutions. (c) the means endorsed by religion are strictly
(C) The MSME Ministry has proposed to establish followed.
a governing council to ensure efficient delivery (d) means which lead to exploitation are strictly
of all export-related interventions as part of its prohibited.
action plan to boost shipments from micro, (e) It is understood that money is everything.
small and medium enterprises. Directions (Q.101-102) : A situation is given followed
(D) Because these are an essential constituent of by three choices each containing three words. Identify
Foreign Trade Policy and it is important to the correct combination of choices which can be used
harness their potential. to describe the situation/passage or a part of the
(E) The ministry has recommended a detailed passage and mark the answer accordingly.
analysis of various trade agreements, including 101. People with type 2 diabetes are at a higher risk of
FTAs and bilateral and multilateral trade getting cardiovascular diseases, including heart
agreements, to identify areas of concern for attack and stroke. Lifestyle factors, such as diet and
MSMEs. physical activity, affect the risk of developing
(a) BEAC (b) ADEC (c) DBAE diabetes, but there has been little research about
(d) CEAD (e) ADBC how people with diabetes can change their lifestyle
98. (A) BVP Rao earlier served as vice president of the to lower their long-term risk of cardiovascular
archery association of the northeastern state disease. Our research set out to fill in this gap in the
and he was also earlier associated with Sports evidence. The results show that people who cut their
Authority of India in various capacities. alcohol consumption by at least two units a week or
(B) B V P Rao has been elected as the President of abstained from alcohol had a lower risk of
Archery Association of India(AAI). cardiovascular disease compared with people who
(C) The Indian Olympic Association asked the didn‘t change their alcohol use.
National Sports Federations to constitute I. Analytical, informative, proneness
Athletes‘ Commissions within three months. II. Cautionary, suggestive, co-relation
(D) The election was held under the Supervision of III. Unethical, condescending, caustic
former Chief Election Commissioner S. Y. (a) only I (b) I and II only
Quraishi. (c) I and III only (d) only III
(E) Maha Singh was elected as secretary of (e) all I, II and III
Archery Association of India. 102. Thematic or sect oral funds are mutual funds that
(a) BEAC (b) ADEC (c) DAEC invest in a particular industry or sector or around a
(d) BDAE (e) ADBC theme. Some of these funds are investing in sectors
Directions (Q.99-100) : Read the passage carefully such as technology, banking and financial services,
and answer accordingly. utilities, auto and auto ancillaries, real estate, and so
The capitalist system of society does not foster healthy on. They could also be following a particular theme
relations among human beings. A few people own all the like consumption and investing in consumer goods,
means of production and others- though nominally few healthcare, and financial services companies, among
have to sell their labor under conditions imposed upon others.
them. The emphasis of capitalism being on the supreme I. Informative, explanatory, insightful
importance of material wealth the intensity of its appeal II. Suggestive, precautionary, advice
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III. Supportive, appreciative, sector-based inferences, you have to choose the best possible option
(a) only II (b) only I which can be inferred from the statement. If none of
(c) I and III only (d) only III the options infer the given paragraph, choose option
(e) I and II only (“none of these”) as your answer choice.
Directions (Q.103-105) : In each of the following 106. India‘s law governing motor vehicles and transport
questions given below three sentences are given with is archaic, lacking the provisions necessary to
one phrase BOLDENED in each. From the options manage fast motorisation. The lacunae in the Motor
given choose the one with the phrase that can replace Vehicle Act, 1988, require to be addressed to
the BOLDENED part in each of the three sentences improve road safety, ensure orderly use of vehicles
without making the Sentence grammatically and and expand public transport.
contextually incorrect and mark that as your answer. (a) Road accidents have increased in the past few
If all the BOLDENED phrases are correct mark „No years due to the hiatus in the Motor Vehicles
correction‟ required as your answer. Act, 1988.
103. (b) Expansion of vehicles have emerged as a real
I. Cook love tools and, they have equipment to hindrance in the path of the Motor vehicle Act,
cut, fry, scrape, roast, pound, grill, mix and 1988.
grind our food into any form we can imagine. (c) New innovative reforms are required in the
II. As a general ruled, polysaccharides, proteins laws governing motor vehicles as the already
and other massive molecules fail to register on existing reforms fail to address the problem
our tongues and in our noses. related to the safety of vehicles.
III. According of the chef, one should cook the (d) The obsolete laws governing motor vehicles
sauce over a medium heat until it thickens need improvisation to ensure smooth
while preparing pasta. management of expanding transport and in
(a) The chef‘s love for tools alleviating the road safety concern.
(b) The chief cook of the restaurant (e) None of these
(c) Conforming to the rules of the place 107. The Menace of migratory politics highlighted in the
(d) Many food prepares say politics of citizens‗ registers began in the colonial
(e) No correction required era when the British attempted to import labour for
104. the plantations. Major displacements like Partition
I. Mindfulness means that your in a state where and Bangladesh war added to a huge ―illegal‖
you are conscious and aware, focused on the population.
present moment, and able to calmly observe (a) The politics of citizens ‗registers undermines
and accept all your feelings, thoughts, and the problem of migratory politics, which is
bodily sensations. reflected in many instances of history.
II. Gas lighting can be define as a combination of (b) The politics of citizens‘ registers underlines the
brainwashing, psychological bullying, and problem of migratory politics, refracted
emotional abuse for the purpose of domination through the layered memories of many
and control. historical events.
III. Psychological manipulation refer to the lying, (c) The politics of citizens‘ registers heightened
distorting, dominating, gas lighting, and the problem of migratory politics, which is
otherwise emotionally controlling behaviour seen in various events depicted in the history.
that many people experience in difficult, but (d) The politics of citizens‘ registers sidelined the
close relationship. problem of migratory politics, which is seen in
(a) Can be described as various forms of historical events.
(b) Results in the (e) None of these
(c) Lead to 108. Indians are indignant that the US president Donald
(d) Can be understood by Trump seeks to curtail the number of H-1B visas,
(e) No correction required and the scope to work of H-1B visa-holders‘
105. spouses. Indians, on the whole, look askance at the
I. While standard no-fee cards too offer a wide Trump administration‘s anti-immigrant policies.
range of benefits, annual fee cards work well (a) Curtailing the number of H-1B visas and the
for heavy spenders and those who want high- scope to work of H-1B visa-holders‘ spouse in
value rewards in return. US has caused a disapproval among the Indians
II. The difference between Premium Economy and they disapprove the Trump‘s decision.
and Economy can vary between airlines and is (b) India should make it easy for anyone born in
often influenced by the type of aircraft you are India or has been resident in India for a
flying from. reasonable period of time to acquire Indian
III. Nativism, the cry for job protection of locals, is citizenship.
rearing its head again in India as a lot of people (c) In the globalization world, Indians support
in different states depend on it for their wages. unrestricted movement of natural people across
(a) Herein conform to the guidelines borders.
(b) Depending upon (d) Elevating the number of H-1B visas and the
(c) Would be unable to manage without it scope to work of H-1B visa holders‘ in US has
(d) Rely on it caused a disapproval among the Indians and
(e) No correction required they are angry with the Trump‘s decision.
Directions (Q.106-110) : In the following questions a (e) None of these
statement is given and four options with possible
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109. For years now, the multilateral system for the except after a most searching scrutiny. He imagines his
settlement of trade dispute has been under intense intelligence to be a sieve of closely woven mesh through
scrutiny and constant criticism. The U.S. has which nothing but the finest can pass. The critical sense
systematically blocked the appointment of new is essential for keeping social transactions in a warm
Appellate Body members (―judges‖) and de facto state. Otherwise life would become very dull and goody-
impeded the work of the WTO appeal mechanism. goody. The critical faculty is responsible for a lot of give
With only four working members out of seven and take in life. It increases our awareness of our
normally serving office in July 2018, the institution surroundings; it sounds dignified no doubt but it seems
is under great stress. also to mean that we can watch someone else‘s back
(a) The multilateral system responsible for trade better than our own! We never know our own defects till
dispute has been under constant criticism for they are pointed out to us and even then we need not
quiet sometimes now due to the stagnancy in accept them. We always question the bona fides of the
the appointment of new Appellate body man who tells us unpleasant facts. On the surface it is all
members, ultimately delayed the work of the very well to say, ‗I want an honest criticism: that will
WTO appeal mechanism. help me, not blind compliments.‘ I wish people would
(b) The direct system responsible for trade dispute mean it.
has been appreciated for years now as US 111. What, according to the writer, is the essential link
blocked the appointment of new Apellate body between breathing and the critical faculty?
members and it eventually staggered the work (a) Both are required in social relations
of WTO appeal mechanism. (b) Both are exercised by human beings.
(c) The final system for trade dispute has been (c) Both grow with age.
under constant criticism for years which led US (d) Both stop with death.
to block the appointment of Appellate body (e) None of these
members, ultimately impacting the work of 112. The self-defined intelligent man defines himself on
WTO appeal mechanism. the basis of:
(d) The institution that deals with the settlement of (a) His obvious divergence from the simpleton
trade disputes is facing great stress as the (b) His superior intelligence as a whole
multi-lateral system has not been under (c) His possession of the critical faculty
constant criticism. (d) His heightened awareness of his surroundings
110. The slew of changes that have periodically been Directions (Q.113-115) : Read the passage carefully
brought about show that the tax system has and answer accordingly.
stabilised neither in terms of the rate structure nor in The instinctive, natural way to express anger is to
categorisation of goods and services. There are too respond aggressively. Anger is a natural, adaptive
many rates now and some rates are still way too response to threats; it inspires powerful, often aggressive,
high. Rates must be lowered, converged to three to feelings and behaviors, which allow us to fight and to
bring down classification disputes, and boost defend ourselves when we are attacked. On the other
collections. The final GST structure should become hand, we can‘t physically lash out at every person or
stable to achieve a sustained increase in collections. object that irritates or annoys us; laws, social norms and
(a) Multiple reforms have not done anything in common sense place limits on how far our anger can take
stabilizing the tax structure both in term of rate us. People use a variety of both conscious and
or in categorization of goods and services. unconscious processes to deal with their angry feelings.
There is a need for a stabilized GST structure The three main approaches are expressing, suppressing
that promises a sustained increase in tax and claiming. Expressing your angry feelings in an
collections assertive – not aggressive – manner is the healthiest way
(b) Considering the vast number of changes in the to express anger. Being assertive doesn‘t mean being
GST structure, a need is felt to stabilize the rate pushy or demanding; it means being respectful of
structure and categorise the goods and services, yourself and others. Anger can be suppressed and then
further discouraging the tax collections. converted or redirected. This happens when you hold in
(c) The changes brought in by the multiple reforms your anger, stop thinking about it and focus on something
have stabilized the tax structure both in rate positive.
structure and in categorization of goods and 113. Which one of the following places limits on how far
services, further encouraging the tax we can take our anger?
collections. (a) Behaviour (b) Feelings (c) Instinct
(d) Rates must be increased to bring the (d) Law (e) None of these
stabilization in tax structure. 114. According to the author, how should people deal
(e) None of these with their anger?
Directions (Q.111-112) : Read the passage carefully (a) Express it assertively
and answer accordingly. (b) Express it aggressively
The critical faculty is the most potent one in the human (c) Expressing consciously
make-up. Its pervasiveness and force have not properly (d) Expressing unconsciously
been recognized because like breathing, it is so much a (e) None of these
part and parcel of human activity. The difference 115. What does the author mean by being assertive?
between a simpleton and an intelligent man, according to (a) Being pushy (b) Being demanding
the man who is convinced that he is of the latter category, (c) Being respectful (d) Being calm
is that the former wholeheartedly accepts all things that (e) None of these
he sees and hears while the latter never admits anything
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QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
Directions (Q.116-120) : Given data is regarding three
automatic toys on two types of movements: Neck
movements (NM) and Hand rotation (HR). It starts
recording from 9 AM onwards on 12 June. Each toy
has different battery percentage and battery capacity.
Toy A: Battery Capacity = 1500 units, Battery Percent =
80%
At every 4th NM and 3rd HR together, 1 unit of battery is
consumed. Toy A gets completely discharged at 11 AM.
Toy B: Battery Capacity = 2000 units, Battery percent =
75% NM = 30/min, HR/min = 50% of NM/min of toy A.
At every 3rd NM and 2nd HR together, 1 unit of battery is
consumed. 121. If sales amount of company X and Y in 2012
Toy C: Battery Capacity = 120% of battery capacity of increases by 20% and 25% respectively and sales
toy B, Battery Percent = 60% amount of company Z remains constant, then find
NM/min = NM/min of toy A + 5, HR = 30/min. at every the difference between total target sales amount of
3rd NM and 2nd HR together. 1 unit of battery is all these companies in 2012 and sales amount of
consumed. these 3 companies together as per the above
116. If toy B & A had been charged completely (100%), condition? (in Rs.)
then what would be the difference between time (a) 800 (b) 8000 (c) 8800
taken by both the toys to get discharged completely? (d) 6000 (e) 3000
(a) 50 min (b) 90 min (c) 0 min 122. If the ratio of sales amount of company Y in 2016
(d) 15 min (e) 10 min to that of in 2018 is 17:15, then find the average of
117. What is the difference between total NM and HR of sale amount of company Y in 2014, 2016 and
toy C when the battery of toy C gets completely 2018?(in Rs.)
discharged? (consider available battery percent) (a) 24000 (b) 25500 (c) 27000
(a) 1620 (b) 1440 (c) 1920 (d) 26000 (e) 26500
(d) 1200 (e) 1280 123. If the total target sales amount of all companies
118. If power consumed per NM of toy B is 0.1 unit, then together in 2018 is 20% more than that of in 2016
what is power consumed per HR of toy B on that and sales amount of company X and company Y in
day? 2018 increases by 50% and 20% respectively than
(a) 0.45 unit (b) 0.35 unit (c) 0.15 unit that of in 2016, then find by what percent sales
(d) 0.2 unit (e) 0.8 unit amount of company Z be increased from 2016 to
119. Total number of NM/min of all the three toys 2018 just to meet the total target sales amount of all
together is what percent more than total number of companies together in 2018?
HR/min of all the three toys together? (a) 70% (b) 80% (c) 75%
(a) 63.5% (b) 52.25% (c) 46.5% (d) 50% (e) 90%
(d) 48.25% (e) 43.75% 124. Sales amount of company Y in 2014 is what percent
120. If toy C would be 100% charged then at what time of total target sales amount of all companies
battery of toy C will drain completely? together in 2016?
(a) 11:30 AM (b) 11:45 AM (c) 11:35 AM (a) 1119% (b) 1427% (c)1823%
(d) 11:40 AM (e) 11:50 AM (d) 813% (e) 1623%
Directions (Q.121-125) : first bar graph shows total 125. Total sales amount of X in 2012, 2014 and 2016
sales amount of three different companies in three together is how much more/less than the total sales
different years and second bar graph shows the amount of Z in the same years?(in Rs.)
combined target sales amount of these 3 companies in (a) 11000 (b) 9000 (c) 7000
these 3 years. (d) 10000 (e) 8000
Directions (Q.126-130) : Given Pie Chart shows the
number of total voters registered from 4 different
villages and all registered voters from these four
villages cast their votes.
(i) Total number of valid voters in village Z3 is one-

third more than the difference of that of from village
Z1 & Z2.
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(ii) Difference of valid voters from village Z4 and Z2 is Number of orders not
480. Ratio of total voters from village Z2 and that of delivered
Z4 is 3 : 7 respectively. Monday 120
(iii) Total voters in village Z3 are more than that of Z2. Tuesday 80
Total invalid voters from all the villages together are Wednesday 160
20% of total registered voters from all the villages. Thursday 300
126. What is the central angle corresponding to total Friday 200
voters in village Z2? Saturday 120
(a) 72˚ (b) 54˚ (c) 60˚ 131. What is the difference between number of orders
(d) 75˚ (e) 66˚ delivered on Monday & Wednesday together and
127. If there are 10800 registered voters in village Z2 of number of orders booked on Wednesday &
which 98% votes were valid. What can be the Thursday together?
difference between valid & invalid votes from (a) 300 (b) 280 (c) 320
village Z4? (use information of the above (d) 240 (e) 260
questions). 132. If orders booked on Tuesday are 50 more than
(a) 960 (b) None of these
that of Saturday while the sum of orders
(c) 4992 (d) Both (b) & (e)
cancelled on these days is 30 more than orders
(e) 3072
not delivered on same days then by what percent
128. What is the central angle corresponding to valid
orders cancelled on Tuesday are more/less than
votes from village Z3? (use information of the
orders cancelled on Friday?
above questions).
(a) 37.5% (b) 12.5% (c) 11.11%
(a) 75˚ (b) 82˚ (c)108˚
(d) 18.75% (e) 31.25%
(d) 60˚ (e) 95˚
133. If total orders received on last 3 days are 150 more
129. If there were total 4000 invalid voters from village
than total orders received on first 3 days and orders
Z2 & Z1 in the ratio of 9 : 11 respectively and 20%
delivered on Friday are more than that on Saturday
of the votes from village Z2 were found invalid
then what can be the difference between orders
then, find the difference between registered voters
cancelled on Saturday and orders delivered on
of Z3 and Z4? (use information of the above
Thursday? (Z > 60)
questions).
A. 28 B. 49 C. 23
(a) 10000 (b) 9000 (c) 11000
D. 40 E. 17 F. 37
(d) 9500 (e) 10500
(a) A, C, E (b) A, C, F
130. If valid voters from Z4 are more than that of from
(c) B, D, F (d) all of these
Z2 and valid voters from Z2 are 3600. Total valid
(e) A, C, D, E, F
voters from Z1 & Z4 are 10800. How many valid
134. If orders delivered on Tuesday are 3313% less than
voters are from Z3?
orders booked on Thursday while average of orders
(a) 5300 (b) 3120
delivered on Friday & Saturday is 195 and orders
(c) 4160 (d) None of these
booked on Friday are more than orders delivered on
(e) 4080
Saturday then which of the following is definitely
Directions (Q.131-135) : Given graph shows the
true?
number of orders received and cancelled on
(a) orders cancelled on Tuesday are more than that
particular days of a week (From Monday to
on Friday.
Saturday) while the table shows the number of orders
(b) difference between orders cancelled on
which were not delivered. Read the data carefully and
Tuesday & Saturday is 322.
answer the questions.
(c) orders delivered on Friday are always more
(NOTE: Refer Y-Axis values as number of orders while
than orders received on Wednesday.
X-Axis values as Days i.e. 20 = Monday, 40 = Tuesday
(d) difference between orders delivered on
and so on) (Orders continued/booked are those which
Monday & Friday can be 160.
are not cancelled)
(e) more number of orders were cancelled on
Some data is missing in the given graph.
Friday than number of orders not delivered on
Orders Booked = Orders Received – Orders Cancelled
Friday.
Orders Delivered = Orders Booked – Orders not
135. If ratio of orders received on Thursday & Friday
delivered
together to orders delivered on Monday, Wednesday
& Saturday together is 65 : 34 and orders cancelled
on Tuesday are 10% less than that on Wednesday
and orders cancelled on Saturday is same as
difference between orders not delivered on Friday
and orders cancelled on Tuesday then how many
total orders were booked in these 6 days together?
(a) 2850 (b) 2450
(c) 2280 (d) None of these
(e) 2170
Directions (Q.136-140) : Read the data carefully and
answer the questions. Some data are missing which
you have to calculate as per information provided in
the questions.
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Average no. (a) B, C & E (b) C & E (c) A & D

of duplicate (d) B & E (e) A, C & D
No. of No. of applications Directions (Q.141-142) : Given below is no. of male &
Position applications duplicate received female students in classes A, B & C. some data are
received applicants from missing which you have to calculate as per
duplicate instructions provided.
applicants A B C
A 1040 63 4 Boys 50 –– ––
B 880 –– 6 Girls –– 80 60
C 600 28 –– NOTE:
D –– 48 –– (i) probability of selecting a boy from class A is 5/12.
E 420 –– –– (ii) probability of selecting a boy from all the boys of all
NOTE:- A duplicate applicant is an applicant who has classes is 14/19 such that the boy selected is either
submitted additional (duplicate) application after from class B or class C.
submitting their original application. All application (iii) probability of selecting a boy from class B is equal
forms (original + duplicate) received from duplicate to probability of selecting a boy from class C.
applicant were rejected. Remaining all application were 141. How many boys are in class C?
accepted. None of the applicants applied for more than (a) 60 (b) 50 (c) 70
one post. (d) 80 (e) 90
136. For position A, if respective ratio between no. of 142. By what percent total students in class B are more
accepted application from males & that of rejected than that of in class A?
applications from males is 5 : 3 & respective ratio of (a) 16 2 % (b) 37 1 % (c) 25
no. of accepted applications from females and that 3 2
of rejected applications from females is 5 : 1 then (d)33 1 % (e) None of these
find rejected applications from males. 3
(a) 230 (b) 315 (c) 425 143. Given below is the series in which one number is
(d) 255 (e) 300 wrong. Consider this wrong number as the value of
137. For position E, no. of accepted applications from A in the second series and find the value of D based
males, from females & no. of rejected applications on the pattern of first series
(total) are X, X + Y, X + 2Y respectively. Which of 1, 3, 6, 21, 88, 445, 2676
the following is true? (average no. of duplicate (A), (B), (C), (D)
applications received from duplicate applicant is (a) 685 (b) 136 (c) 33
non-zero integer) (d) 10 (e) 30
A. no. of accepted applications from males for E Directions (Q.144-148) : Read the following
can be 139. information carefully and answer the questions.
B. no. of accepted applications from males for E x women can complete a piece of work in 2y days. 1.5x
can be 141. men can complete the same work in y days while 2x
C. no. of accepted applications from males for E children can complete the same work in 3y days. 8
can be 131. women, 8 children and 8 men together can complete
(a) C (b) A & B (c) A & C
(d) B (e) A same work in 22 1 days. 9 men can complete the same
138. If average no. of accepted applications for position 2
A & B is 659. What is the value of rejected work in (y + 20) days.
applications for position B? 144. What is the value of y.
(a) 287 (b) 246 (c) 254 (a) 14 (b) 18 (c) 20
(d) 275 (e) 263 (d) 16 (e) 24
139. For position D, if respective ratio of accepted & 145. If 36 women started the work and after 4 days 30
rejected applications is 4 : 1. Which of the following women are replaced by 8 men then, find the total
can be true? (average number of duplicate time in which work will be completed.
applications received for D is a non – zero integer) (a) 20 4 days (b) 22 3 days
A. no. of applications received for D (all original 25 25
+ all duplicate) can be 240. (c) 12 days (d) 12.5 days
B. no. of applications accepted for D can be 768.
C. least no. of applications (all original + all (e) 24 4 days
duplicate) were received for D is a possibility. 25
(a) only B & C 146. Find the value of x.
(b) none of the option (a) 12 (b) 14 (c) 10
(c) only C (d) 15 (e) 11
(d) only A & C 147. When 8 women, 8 children and 8 men work
(e) only B together and completed the work, then what
140. For position C, no. of accepted applications from percentage of total work is completed by children.
males is between 150 & 200 while that of females is (a) 16% (b) 10% (c) 15%
between 130 & 180. Which of the following can be (d) 8.33% (e) 12.5%
a possible value (s) of average no. of duplicate 148. (x – 6) women worked for (y – 6) days and (x – 6)
applications submitted by duplicate applicants for men worked for (y – 10) days then in what time
position C? remaining work will be completed by (x – 6)
A. 11 B. 5 C. 9 D. 13 E. 7 children.
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11. b; By using I and III statement
(a) 152 2 days (b) 148 1 days
3 3
(c) 145 days (d) 154 days
(e) 158 days
Directions (Q.149-150) : Read the following
information carefully and answer the questions.
There are some students (male + female) in Class A and
Class B in CCA School. In class A, females are 30% of
total students of class A. In class B, number of male and (12-16)
female students are equal and male students in class B Each code has symbol, Letter and a number
are thrice the number of female students of Class A. Same symbols(@,*,%,^) get repeated for every line,
149. If male students passed in Class A and Class B are similarly Words starts with same set of alphabets
in ratio 1:3 respectively and failed male students of (A,B,C,D) for every line, which clearly says each letter
class A and Class B are equal, then total male corresponds to a particular symbol.
students who got passed from both classes together Now when we analyze the code, each of them ends with
are what percent of total students of both the a number, which implies the total number of letters of
classes? that corresponding word.
(a) 9 1 % (b) 11 1 % (c)14 2 % Finally letter in the middle represents the end letter of the
11 9 7 corresponding word
By the above concept decrypted code for first line will be
(d) 8 1 % (e) 6 2 % Apple: @E5
3 3 Cat: ^T3
150. If 10% of male students and 20% of female students Dog: %G3
from Class A left the school and male and female Banana: *A6
students in class B increased by 25% and 30% Therefore, Corresponding symbol for the alphabets will
respectively, then total male students of Class A and be
B together are approximately what percent of total A: @
students of Class A and B together? B: *
(a) 55.45% (b) 45.45% (c) 55.15% C: ^
(d) 45.15% (e) 50% D: %
When we look at 10th Question, ‗SBI‘ will also start with
EXPLANATIONS a symbol, but it will be other than the above-mentioned
(1-5) four and 2nd, 3rd positions of the code will be ‗I3‘,
Floor
Rank
Lucky
Student therefore from the given option ‗!I3‘ will be the possible
No Number code for ‗SBI‘.
8 5 1 Z8 12. c;
7 6 5 Z5 13. b;
6 1 3 Z4 14. d;
5 7 2 Z6 15. a;
4 4 4 Z2 16. b;
3 8 7 Z1 (17-21)
2 3 6 Z7
1 2 8 Z3
1. b;
2. b;
3. e;
4. b; 17. e;
5. c; 18. c;
6. c; A = D > C ≥ B < F 19. d;
7. e; L > Q < W ≤ N > M 20. c;
8. e; U < S ≤ R = T < V 21. b;
9. c; (22-23):
22. a;
23. c;
10. c; By using II and III statement
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(24-28) 36. e;
37. a; It is concern for the treatment of such diseases
that has led the govt to offer these discounts.
38. c; If a programme has the potential to get over four
lakh missed calls , it must be a popular one.
39. b;
40. e; LED saves electricity
41. b 42. d 43. d 44. d 45. e 46. c
47. d 48. c 49. d 50. c 51. c 52. d
53. c 54. d 55. b 56. b 57. c 58. c
59. c 60. d 61. d 62. b 63. d 64. d
24. a; 65. b 66. b 67. a 68. b 69. d 70. d
25. b; 71. c 72. c 73. d 74. b 75. c 76. d
26. b; 77. d 78. d 79. b 80. c
27. c; 81. d; The correct form of the sentence is: One such law
28. a; is the Centre‘s Bill to ensure that reservation for
(29-32) scheduled castes, tribes and other backward classes
Floor Person Game in appointments to central educational institutions is
preserved.
10 Elora Cricket 82. b; The correct form of the sentence is: Its main
9 XXXX XXX object is to restore the system of treating an
8 XXX XXX institution or a university
7 Biswal Polo 83. a; Option B) is incorrect;‗omitting‘ doesn‘t fit with
the preposition ‗down‘.
6 Faran Volleyball
Option C) is incorrect;this choice can be easily
5 Gitu Table Tennis eliminated at 1st look.
4 Charu Football Option D) is incorrect;‗cajoling‘ means to persuade.
3 Amir Golf as a single unit to apply the reservation roster, and
thus help fill 7,000 teaching vacancies.
2 Dipti Hockey
84. e; The statement is grammatically and contextually
1 Hari Basketball correct and meaningful. So no error is there.
29. c; 85. d; Option A) is incorrect; ‗unpromising‘ is antonym
30. e; of the word.
31. c; Option B) is incorrect; ‗hopeless‘ is antonym of the
32. d; word.
33. c; Option C) is incorrect; ‗horizonless‘ is antonym of
the word.
Option D) is correct;‗standpoint‘ is the suitable
synonym of the given word.
86. d; Option A) is incorrect;‗mitigation‘ is synonym of
the given word.
Option B) is incorrect;‗ease‘ is synonym of the
given word.
Option C) is incorrect;‗alleviation‘ is synonym of
the given word.
34. c; Option D) is correct;‗distress‘ is suitable antonym of
the given word.
87. e; The sentence is grammatically coherent and
meaningful. So No replacement is required.
88. d; Option A) is incorrect;‗enhancements‘ is
contextually misfit in this statement.
Option B) is incorrect;‗opportune‘ is an adjective,
but we need a noun here.
Option C) is incorrect;‗capability‘ is contextually
misfit in this statement.
35. b; Option D) is correct;‗opportunities‘ is the suitable
alternative.
89. b; Option A is incorrect;‗legal‘ is an adjective, so it
can be discarded.
Option B is correct; ‗norm‘ is the suitable
alternative.
Option C is incorrect;‗amateur‘ doesn‘t make any
sense here.
Option D is incorrect; ‗protocols‘ is incorrect
because it‘s in plural form.
90. d; Option A) is incorrect; ‗clairvoyant‘ means
irritable.
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Option B) is incorrect; ‗jittery‘ means frantic. (D)Because these are an essential constituent of
Option C) is incorrect; ‗legal‘ is grammatically Foreign Trade Policy and it is important to harness
misfit in this statement. their potential.
Option D) is correct; ‗ordinance‘ is the suitable (B)It will also have details on loans and credit
synonym. offered by various financial institutions.
91. b; The option b) seems to be logical for the context This passage is about the establishment of
and is the correct part to complete the incomplete regulatory council. According to the passage,
sentence of passage. MSME Ministry has suggested to set up the
92. a; The option a) seems to be logical for the context regulatory council for well-organizing the export
and is the correct part to complete the incomplete related activities as a part of its action plan to
sentence of passage. increase the shipments from micro, small and
93. c; The option c) seems to be logical for the context medium enterprises. It has also advised to study the
and is the correct part to complete the incomplete various trade agreements to find out the areas of
sentence of passage. concern for MSME. It also mentioned that the role
94 b and objectives of special economic zones and export
95 c promotion zones in the country will be re-evaluated
96. c; (D) To help students, Haryana Government has as these are important elements of the Foreign Trade
started mobile app ‗ShikshaSetu‘ which would have Policy.
all information related to attendance, fee, online 98. d; (B)B V P Rao has been elected as the President of
admission and scholarships in all government Archery Association of India(AAI).
colleges of the state. (D)The election was held under the Supervision of
(B) Giving details, Director, Higher Education former Chief Election Commissioner S. Y. Quraishi.
Department, A. Sreenivas said that the launch of this (A)BVP Rao earlier served as vice president of the
app would bring transparency in the Department and archery association of the northeastern state and he
college administration, and enable better was also earlier associated with Sports Authority of
connectivity between students, parents, teachers and India in various capacities.
administration. (E)Maha Singh was elected as secretary of Archery
(A)He said that now attendance of students would Association of India.
be online and it could be updated within 15 days (C)The Indian Olympic Association asked the
only and thereafter no change would be possible in National Sports Federations to constitute Athletes‘
it. Commissions within three months.
(E)The students can also pay their fee online This passage is about the president of archery
through this app and college administration can also association of India. According to the passage, B V
check whose fee is pending and how much fee has P Rao has been selected for the post of president of
been collected, he said. archery association of India. The election was held
(C)The students can also get the details of lecturers under the direction of former Chief Election
of government colleges and officers of the Commissioner. Earlier BVP Rao worked as the vice
Directorate. president of archery association of northeastern
This passage is about the mobile app ‗ShikshaSetu‘. state. For the post of secretary of Archery
According to the passage, Haryana government has Association of India,Mahasingh has been selected.
launched the mobile app ‗ShikshaSetu‘ to help the 99. b
students by providing the information related to 100. b
attendance, fee, online admission etc through this 101. b
app. The Director of higher education department 102. b
said that this app will bring transparency in the 103. c
Departments and college administration and will 104. a
also improve connectivity between students, 105. e
parents, teachers and administration. He also 106. d; The correct inference that can be drawn from the
mentioned about the online attendance of the paragraph is ‗The obsolete _________ road
students. Through this app, students can pay their safety‖, other choices are either irrelevant in context
fee online and pending fee can be checked by the to the passage or contain contextual errors
college administration. in them. The paragraph is describing about the old
97. d; (C) The MSME Ministry has proposed to law and provisions necessary to manage the
establish a governing council to ensure efficient fast growing vehicles. Therefore, the only option
delivery of all export-related interventions as part of that draws the correct inference is option (d)
its action plan to boost shipments from micro, small 107. e; All the choices are irrelevant or refer to only a
and medium enterprises. small part in context to the paragraph.
(E)The ministry has recommended a detailed 108. a; The correct inference that can be drawn from the
analysis of various trade agreements, including paragraph is, (a) Curtailing the number of H-1B
FTAs and bilateral and multilateral trade visas and the scope to work of H-1B visa-holders‘ in
agreements, to identify areas of concern for US has caused a disapproval among the Indians and
MSMEs. they disapprove the Trump‘s decision. The
(A)It said a study will be conducted of special paragraph is describing about the disapproval
economic zones and export promotion zones in the caused among many Indians due to the anti-
country to reassess their role and objectives. immigrant policies by Trump. Therefore, the most
suitable choice that fits in context to the paragraph
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is option (a). Other choices are irrelevant in context Battery in operation = 96 min = 1 hr 36 min
to the paragraph. Total Available NM HR Battery
109. a; The correct inference that can be drawn from the Battery Battery (Per (Per Operational
paragraph is, (a) the multilateral system responsible (Units) (units) min) min) Time(hrs)
for trade dispute has been under constant criticism A 1500 1200 40 30 2(120min)
for quiet sometimes now due to the stagnancy in the B 2000 1500 30 20 2.5(150min)
appointment of new Appellate body members, C 2400 1440 45 30 1.6 (96 min)
ultimately delayed the work of the WTO appeal 116. (a); TOY A
mechanism‖, the paragraph is describing about the 4NM + 3HR = 1 unit
multidimensional system responsible for resolving 6000 NM + 4500 HR = 1500 units
trade disputes which is under constant criticism due For operational time, divide total NM by per min
to the delay in appointment of new appellate body NM
members that delayed the work of the WTO appeal
mechanism. Time = 6000  150 min
Therefore, the most suitable choice that fits in 40
context to the paragraph is option (a). Other choices TOY B
are irrelevant in context to the paragraph. 3NM + 2HR = 1 unit
110. (a); The correct inference that can be drawn from 6000 NM + 4000 HR = 2000 units
the paragraph is, (a) multiple reforms have not done For operational time, divide total NM by per min
anything in stabilizing the tax structure both in term NM
of rate or in categorization of goods and services. Time = 6000  200 min
There is a need for a stabilized GST structure that 30
promises a sustained increase in tax collections. The Required time difference = 200 – 150 = 50 min
paragraph is describing about the reforms 117. (b); Total NM = 45 × 96 = 4320
responsible for resolving trade disputes which is Total HR = 30 × 96 = 2880
under constant criticism due to the delay in Required difference = 4320 – 2880 = 1440
appointment of new appellate body members that 118. (b); 3NM + 2HR = 1 unit
delayed the work of the WTO appeal mechanism. 3×0.1+2HR =1
Therefore, the most suitable choice that fits in HR = 0.35 unit
context to the paragraph is option (a), other choices 119. (e); Total NM/min = 40 + 30 + 45 = 115
are irrelevant in context to the paragraph. Total HR/min = 30 + 20 + 30 = 80
Required % = 115  80 100  43.75%
111. b
112. d
80
113. d
120. (d); 3NM + 2HR = 1 unit
114. a
7200 NM + 4800 HR = 2400 unit
115. c
For operational time, divide total NM by per min
(116-120)
NM
TOY A:
Battery available = 1200 units Time = 7200 =160minor 2hr 40 min
Battery in operation = 11:00 – 9:00 = 2 hrs = 120 min 45
4NM + 3HR = 1 unit Required time = 9:00 + 2:40 = 11:40 AM
4800 NM + 3600 HR = 1200 unit …(i) 121. (a); Increased sales amount of company X in 2012
To find per minute NM & HR, divide (i) by the time for = 24000 × 120 = Rs.28800
which battery remained in operation 100
40 NM/min + 30 HR/min = 10 unit/min Increased sales amount of company Y in 2012
NM (A) = 40 per min = 16000 × 125 = Rs.20000
HR (A) = 30 per min 100
TOY B: Sales amount of company Z in 2012= Rs.12000
NM (B) = 30 per min Total sales amount of company X,Y and Z together
HR (B) = 20 per min in 2012
3NM + 2HR = 1 unit =28800 +20000+12000 = Rs. 60800
Battery available = 1500 units Total target sales amount of all the companies in
4500 NM + 3000 HR = 1500 unit 2012 = Rs. 60000
Since we know per min HR & NM, dividing total HR by Required difference = 60800 – 60000 = Rs. 800
HR/min we can find time for which battery remains 122. (d); Sales amount of company Y in 2018
operational
Battery in operation = 150 min = 2.5 hrs = 15 × 34000=30000 Rs.
TOY C: 17
NM (C) = 45 per min Required Average
HR (C) = 30 per min = 14000  34000  30000  26000 Rs.
Battery capacity = 2400 units 3
Battery available = 1440 units 123. (b); Sales amount of company X in 2018
3NM + 2HR = 1 unit
4320 NM + 2880 HR = 1440 unit = 16000 × 150 =Rs.24000
Since we know per min HR & NM, dividing total HR by 100
Sales amount of company Y in 2018
HR/min we can find time for which battery remains
operational
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a + 4080 = 10800
= 34000 × 120 =Rs.40800
100 a = 6720
Total target sales amount of all the companies valid voters from Z3 = 4 (6720 – 3600) = 4160
together in 2018 3
Solutions (131-135): Using data given, we get
=75000 × 120 = Rs.90000
100 Orders continued (booked) = Orders Received –
Sales amount of company Z in 2018 to meet the Orders Cancelled
total target sales Orders delivered = Orders Booked – Orders not
= 90000−24000−40800 = 25200 Rs. Delivered
Sales amount of company Z in 2016= 14000 Rs. Orde
Orde Order
Orders Orders rs
Required % = 25200  14000 100  80% Days
rs s
Cancell Deliver Not
14000 Recei Booke
ed ed Deliv
ved d
124. (c); Required % 14000 100  56 %  18 2 % ered
75000 3 3 Monday 600 400 200 280 120
125. (e); Total sales amount of X in 2012,2014 and 2016 400 –
Tuesday 400 Y(let) 320 – Y 80
together Y
= 24000 + 20000 +16000 = 60000 Rs. Wednesd
500 300 200 140 160
Total sales amount of Z in 2012,2014 and 2016 ay
together Thursday 600 360 240 60 300
= 12000 + 26000 +14000 = 52000 Rs. Friday X(let) X – 80 80 X – 280 200
Required difference = 60000 – 52000 = 8000 Rs. 400 –
126. (b); Let total voters from village Z2 & Z4 is 3x˚ & Saturday 400 Z(let) 280 –Z 120
z
7x˚ respectively 131. (d); Required difference = (300 + 360) – (280 +
Total voters from village Z3 = (252˚– 10x˚) 140) = 240
ATQ, 252˚ – 10x˚ > 3x˚ 132. (b); ATQ, 400 – Y = 50 + 400 – Z
Check using options Z – Y = 50 ………… (i)
Only at 54˚, above equations satisfies Y + Z = 30 + 80 + 120
Z2 (registered voters) = 54˚ Y + Z = 230 ………………….(ii)
Z3 (registered voters) = 72˚ From (i) & (ii), Z = 140, Y = 90
Z4 (registered voters) = 126˚ Required % = (90−80)80×100=12.5%
127. (e); ATQ, 54˚ = 10800 133. (a); ATQ, 600 + X + 400 = 150 + 600 + 400 + 500
Valid votes in Z2 = 98 ×10800=10584 X = 650
100 X – 280 > 280 – Z
Z4 = 126˚ = 25200 Z < 90
Since valid votes in Z4 can either be 480 more or Required difference = Z – 60
less than that of from Z2 Since Z < 90 so required difference should be less
Valid votes from Z4 = 480 + 10584 = 11064 than 30 (90 – 60)
Valid votes from Z4 = 10584 – 480 = 10104 134. (d); ATQ, 320 – Y = 2 ×360
Invalid votes from Z4 = 25200 – 11064 = 14136 3
Or, 25200 – 10104 = 15096 Y = 80
Total registered voters = 360˚ = 72000 X – 280 + 280 – Z = 390
Total invalid votes = 20% of total registered votes = X – Z = 390 ………………..(i)
14400 So, X > Z
Since invalid votes from Z4 should be less than total X – 80 > 280 – Z
invalid votes X > 360 – Z ….(ii)
So, valid votes Z4 = 11064 From (i) & (ii), Z + 390 > 360 – Z
Invalid votes from Z4 = 14136 Z < 15 or 0≤ Z ≤14
Required difference = 14136 – 11064 = 3072 So, 390 ≤ X ≤ 404
128. (d); Total voters from Z3 = 72˚ (a) Y > 80 not true
Central angle corresponding to valid votes of Z3 ≤ (b) Y – Z = 322 or Z – Y = 322
central angle corresponding to total voters of Z3 Z = 402 not true
Only satisfying value = 60˚ (c) X – 280 > 500 not true
129. (b); Invalid voters from Z1 = 2200 (d) 280 – (X – 280) = 160
Invalid voters from Z2 = 1800 X = 400 true
Total registered voters from Z2 (e) 80 > 200 not true
= 100 ×1800 = 9000 135. (c); ATQ, 600  x 65

20 280  140  280 34
54˚= 9000 600  x 65 ……………..(i)

Required difference = 126  9000  72  9000 700  z 34
54 54 Y = 90 ×200=180
= 21000 – 12000 = 9000 100
130. (c); Let valid voters from Z1 be a Z = 200 – Y = 20
Valid voters from Z4 are more than that of Z2 Now putting value of Z in (i)
So, valid voters from Z4 = 480 + 3600 = 4080
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600  x 65 s = 240 (r + 1) ……………(i)

 A. Given s = 240
680 34
On solving, X = 700 This is possible only when r = 0 but we know r > 0
Total orders booked = 400 + 400 – Y + 300 + 360 + (average no. of duplicate applications from
X – 80 + 400 – Z = 2280 duplicate applicants cannot be zero since there are
(136-140) applications which were declared duplicate)
All applicants who submitted more than one application, This condition is not true.
their original submission is also rejected. B. Given s – 48(r + 1) = 768
FOR POSITION A: From (i), 240(r + 1) – 48(r + 1) = 768
63 applications were declared duplicate since these 63 192 (r + 1) = 768 ⇒ r = 3
applicants submitted more than one application this condition is true.
Total rejected applications = 63 + 63 × 4 = 315 C. least no. of applications were received for D is a
Following the same, we get possibility. This is true only if s < 420 (since 420
Original applications were received for E)
Total Rejected 240 (r + 1) < 420
Position (accepted)
Applications
Applications
Applications r + 1 < 1.75 ⇒ r < 0.75
this is not possible as we know r can only be non –
A 1040 725 315
zero integer
B 880 800 –7P 7P
so, this condition is not true.
600 – 28(q
C 600 28(q +1) 140. (b); Let no. of accepted applications from males &
+1)
females for C be x & y respectively
D S S – 48 (r + 1) 48 (r + 1) ATQ,
420 – t (u + 150 < x < 200
E 420 t(u + 1)
1) And, 130 < y < 180
Where, p = no. of duplicate applicants for B To find, q = ?
q = average no. of duplicate applications from duplicate Applications accepted from all (males + females)
applicants for C for C = 600 – 28(q + 1)
r = average no. of duplicate applications from duplicate 600 – 28(q + 1) = x + y ………………..(i)
applicants for D Minimum possible value of ‗x + y‘ = 151 + 131
s = total no. of applications received for D = 282
t = no. of duplicate applicants for E Maximum possible value of ‗x + y‘ = 199 + 179
u = average no. of duplicate applications from duplicate = 378
applicants for E So, 282 ≤ x + y ≤ 378 …………….(ii)
136. (d); Let accepted & rejected application from males Using (i) & (ii)
is 5x & 3x respectively 282 ≤ 600 – 28(q + 1) ≤ 378
Let accepted & rejected application from females is On solving above inequality,
5y & y respectively 222 ≤ 28 (q + 1) ≤ 318
5x + 5y = 725 ………………(i) 97 145
3x + y = 315 ……………….(ii) q
Equating (i) & (ii) 14 14
x = 85 Satisfying values of q = 7, 9
required no. of rejected applications from males = (141-142):
3x = 255 Let there are x girls in class A
137. (c); ATQ, 420 – t(u + 1) = X + X + Y ……. (i) 50 5

t(u + 1) = X + 2Y …………………(ii) 50  x 12
using (i) & (ii) x = 70 (girls in class A)
420 = 3 (X + Y) let there are y & z boys in class B & C respectively
X + Y = 140 …………….(iii) yx 14
A. X = 139 
50  y  z 19
This means, Y = 1
Since no relation regarding value of Y is given so, y + z = 140 ……………..(i)
yx z
this is possible. 
Given condition is true. y  80 z  60
B. X = 141 yz + 60y = yz + 80z
Using (iii), X at most can be 140 y : z = 4 : 3 ……………….(ii)
This condition is not possible using (i) & (ii)
C. X = 131 y = 80, z = 60
This means, Y = 9 A B C
Since no relation regarding value of Y is given so, Boys 50 80 60
this is possible.
Girls 70 80 60
Given condition is true.
141. (a); Boys in class C = 60
138. (a); ATQ,
142. (d); Total students in class B = 80 + 80 = 160
725 + 880 – 7p = 659 × 2
Total student in class A = 50 + 70 = 120
Solving, p = 41
Required rejected applications = 7p = 287 Required % = 160  120 100  33 1 %
139. (e); ATQ, s  48(r  1)  4
120 3
143. (c); The given pattern is
48(r  1) 1
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×1+1 × 2+2 ×3 + 3 × 4 + 4 × 5 + 5 × 6 + 6 = 6 × 3 a × 14 + 6 × 4 a × 10
So, wrong number = 3 = 252 a + 240 a = 492 a units
The new series will be Remaining work = 1440 a units – 492 a units
B = 3 × 1+ 1= 4 = 948 a units
C = 4 × 2 + 2 = 10 Required time = 948a days  158 days
D = 10 × 3 + 3 = 33 6a
(144-148) (149-150)
Let one woman, one man and one children can complete Let total students in class A be 100x.
w, m and c units of work in one day Male Female
From question Class A 70x 30x;
xw × 2y = 1.5mx × y = 2xc × 3y Class B 90x 90x
2w = 1.5m = 6c 149. (c); Let male students got passed in class A be y.
Let 2w = 1.5m = 6c = k Male students passed in class B = 3y.
So, ATQ,
w : m : c = 3 : 4 : 1 or 3a : 4a : a (let) 70x – y = 90x – 3y ⇒ 2y = 20x
Total work = 45 × 8 (1w + 1m + 1c) y 10
  y  10 x
2 x 1
= 45 × 8 × 8a = 1440 a units Required % = 4 y 100  4 10 x 100
2 280 x 280 x
According to question
9m × (y + 20) = 1440a = 100 %  14 2 %
9 × 4 a (y + 20) = 1440 a 7 7
y = 20 150. (a); Male students in class A = 90  70 x  63x
So, x × w × 2y = 1440 a 100
x × 3 a × 2 × 20 = 1440 a
Female students in class A = 80  30 x  24 x
x = 12 100
144. (c); y = 20
Male students in class B = 125 × 90 x = 112.5x
145. (e); Work completed by 36 women in 4 days
= 36 × 3 a × 4 = 432 a units 100
After 4 days Female students in class B = 130 × 90x = 117x
Remaining work = 1008 a units 100
Now in one day work completed by 6 women and 8 ( 63x  112.5x )
men
Required % =  100
(63x  24x  112.5x  117 x )
= 32 a + 18 a = 50 a units
175.5x
Required time =  1008a  4 days  24 4 days  100
316.5x
 50a  25 = 55.45% (approx.)
146. (a); Value of x = 12
147. (e); Required percentage =
a ×100=12.5%
8a ***
148. (e); Total work completed
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PRACTICE SET
Upcoming Exam
OSSC-CGL (PRELIM)
ARITHMETIC
1. The difference between compound and simple
interests on Rs. 5,000 for two years at the same rate
is Rs. 72. The rate of interest per annum is
(a) 15% (b) 12%
(c) 10% (d) 11%
2. Excluding stoppages, the speed of a bus is 54 km/hr
and including stoppages it is 45 km/hr. For how
many minutes does the bus stop per hour? 11. The average age of 8 men, 7 women and 1 boy is
(a) 8 (b) 10 45 years. If the average age of 8 men is 48 years
(c) 12 (d) 15 and that of 7 women is 46 years, then the age of the
3. A man buys a chair and a table for Rs. 6000. He boy is
sells the chair at a loss of 10% and the table at a (a) 14years (b) 15 years
gain of 10%. He still gains Rs. 100 on the whole. (c) 16 years (d) 17 years
The cost price of the chair is 12. The ratio of the number of boys and girls in a
(a) Rs. 2500 (b) Rs. 2850 school is 3:2. If 20% of the boys and 25% of the
(c) Rs. 3050 (d) Rs. 3050 girls are scholarship holders, the percentage of the
4. If the three numbers in the ratio 3:2:5 be such that school students who are not scholarship holders is
the sum of the squares is equal to 1862 then which (a) 56 (b) 78
number is the middle one? (c) 70 (d) 70
(a) 16 (b) 14 13. Two persons ride towards each other from two
(c) 11 (d) 13 places 55km apart, one riding at 12 km/h and the
5. The average of 20 numbers is calculated as 35. It is other at 10 km/h. When will they be 11 km apart?
discovered later, that while calculating the average, (a) 2h and 30 min (b) 1 h and 30 min
one number, namely 85, was read as 45. The (c) 2h (d) 3h
correct average is 14. A sum of Rs. 4000 is lent out in two parts, one at
(a) 36.5 (b) 37 8% simple interest and the other at 10% simple
(c) 34.5 (d) 37.5 interest. If the annual interest is Rs. 352. The sum
lent at 8% is
6. Amar can complete 1 of a work in 3 days and (a) Rs. 2900 (b) Rs. 2200
4 (c) Rs. 2400 (d) Rs. 2600
Shankar can complete 1 of the same work in 4 days. 15. 30 workers can complete a job in 36 days. After 30
6 days, some more workers joined and the job was
How much will Amar get if both work together completed 2 days earlier. How many new workers
and are paid Rs. 1, 800 in all? joined?
(a) Rs. 600 (b) Rs. 1000 (a) 13 (b) 15
(c) Rs. 1200 (d) Rs. 1080 (c) 17 (d) 16
7. A sum of Rs. 3,000/- yields an interest of Rs. 16. The ratio of numbers of boys to the number of girls
1,080/- at 12% per annum simple interest in how in a school of 432 pupils is 5 : 4. When some new
many years? boys and girls are admitted, the number of boys
(a) 4years (b) 3 years increase by 12 and the ratio of the boys to girls
(c) 5 years (d) 5 years changes to 7 : 6. The number of new girls admitted
8. The sum of the ages of two brothers, having a is
difference of 8yr between them, will double after (a) 12 (b) 14
10 yr. What is the ratio of the age of the younger (c) 20 (d) 24
brother to that of the elder brother? 17. If a nine-digit number 985x3678y is divisible by 72,
(a) 7 : 11 (b) 3 : 7 then the value of 4x−3y is:
(c) 8 : 9 (d) 5 : 9 (a) 5 (b) 4
9. An army of 12000 consists of Europeans and (c) 6 (d) 3
Indians. The average height of a European is 5ft 10 18. Last year, the population of a town was x and if it
inches and that of an Indian is 5ft 9 inches and that increases at the same rate, next year it will be y.
of the whole army is 5ft 9 3 inches. Then the The present population of the town is
4 (a) x  y (b) y  x
number of Indians in the army is 2 2
(a) 3000 (b) 4000
(c) 5500 (d) 4500 (c) 2 xy (d) xy
2
10. The value of (ds+t ÷ ds) ÷ dt would be x y x y
(a) d2(s+t) (b) 1
(c) 0 (d) 0
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19. The selling price of an article after giving two 30. A bag contains Rs. 145 in the form of one-rupee,
successive discounts of 10% and 5% on the marked 50-paise and 25-paise coins in the ratio 3 : 5 : 7.
price is Rs. 171. What is its marked price? The number of one-rupee coins is
(a) Rs. 200 (b) Rs. 220 (a) 60 (b) 50
(c) Rs. 240 (d) Rs. 225 (c) 48 (d) 58
20. Rs. 366 are to be divided amongst A, B and C so
that A may get 1 as much as B and C together and DATA INTERPRETATION
2 Directions (Q.31-35) : Following graph shows
B may get 2 as much as A and C together, A's annual incomes of 7 persons in two years (In rupees
3 Lacs).
share will be Annual incomes (in rupees Lacs)
(a) Rs. 120 (b) Rs. 122
(c) Rs. 124 (d) Rs. 124
21. The average of the marks of 28 students in
Mathematics was 50. When 8 students left the
school, then the average increased by 5. What is the
average of the marks obtained by the students who
left the school?
(a) 50.5 (b) 37.5
(c) 42.5 (d) 40.5
22. P takes 5 hours more than Q to complete a work.
Working together they completed the work in 6
hours. Q alone could complete the work in
(a) 8 hours (b) 10hours Each of the seven person's annual incomes has
(c) 11hours (d) 12 hours increased by 50% in year 2016 over their annual
23. In an examination 35% of the total students failed incomes per year in the year 2015.
in Hindi, 45% failed in English and 20% failed in 31. What is the average of annual incomes of those 2
both of these subjects. The percentage of those persons who earn maximum and that of those 2
students, who passed in both the subjects is persons who earn minimum in the year 2017?
(a) 10 (b) 15 (a) Rs. 3.5 Lacs (b) Rs. 4.45 Lacs
(c) 30 (d) 40 (c) Rs. 5.4 Lacs (d) Rs. 6.25 Lacs
24. A train leaves station A at 5:00 am and reaches 32. What is the difference between the sum of annual
station B at 9:00 am on the same day. Another train incomes of 7 persons in the year 2017 and the sum
leaves station B at 7:00 am and reaches station A at of annual incomes of 7 persons in the year 2016?
10:30 am on the same day. The time at which the (a) Rs. 9.1 Lacs (b) Rs. 10 Lacs
two trains cross one another is (c) Rs. 6.1 Lacs (d) Rs. 7.2 Lacs
(a) 8 : 00 (b) 8 : 26 am 33. Total annual income of Ashwini, Suhani and
(c) 8 : 56 am (d) 7 : 56 am Aditya together in year 2017 was what percent of
25. The value of x in the equation, their total annual income together in year 2016?
0.3  0.6  0.7  0.8  x is, (a) 139% (b) 129%
(a) 53 (b) 2.35 (c) 119% (d) 135%
(c) 2 3 (d) 2 2 34. What was the average annual income of Shivani,
10 3 Sakshi, Niraj and Udit together in 2015?
26. If (719+2) is divided by 6, the remainder is, (a) Rs. 3 Lacs (b) Rs. 4 Lacs
(a) 5 (b) 3 (c) Rs. 5 Lacs (d) Rs. 2 Lacs
(c) 1 (d) 2 35. Total annual income of Ashwini is increased by
27. A gun is fired at a distance of 1.34 km from Geeta. what percent from year 2015 to year 2017?
She hears the sound after 4 s. The speed at which (a) 120% (b) 225%
sound travels is (c) 130% (d) 125%
(a) 335m/s (b) 330m/s Directions (Q.36-40) : Study the following
(c) 300m/s (d) 300m/s information carefully and answer the related
28. Of the 4800 employees of a company, one-third are questions.
officers. If the number of officers is reduced by Following pie-chart represents the data regarding
half, the number of officers is what per cent of the percentage break-ups of total students in 6 different
remaining employees of the company? schools A, B, C, D, E and F and table shows the ratio
(a) 25 (b) 20 of boys and girls.
2 Total students = 12000
(c) 16 (d) 15
3
29. A man purchased some fruits for Rs. 1000. He sold
fruits worth Rs.400 at 10% profit. At what profit
per cent, must he sell the rest in order to gain 20%
on the whole?
(a) 26 2 (b) 25
3
(c) 20 (d) 30
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(a) 81. 81% (b) 83.33%

(c) 84.44% (d) 88.88%
42. The number of red balls sold in F is 20% more
than the number of balls sold in A and the
number of yellow balls sold in F is 40% less than
the number of balls sold in B. What is the
difference between the number of balls sold in E
and the total number of red and yellow balls sold
in F?
(a) 245 (b) 255
(c) 275 (d) 265
43. If the ratio of the number of cricket and football
sold in C is 3:2. If 50% of the cricket ball and
25% of football sold in C are pink color, then
School Ratio of boys to girls find the number of other than pink balls sold in
A 7:5 C, if only cricket and football sold in C?
B 4 :7 (a) 726 (b) 732
C 5:1 (c) 736 (d) 722
D 1:3 44. What is the average number of balls sold in B, D
E 4:5 and E?
F 5:3 (a) 1155 (b) 1159
36. What is the difference between number of girls in (c) 1165 (d) 1170
school A and B together and the number of boys 45. If the number of red balls sold in E is 475, then
in school C and D together? find the ratio of the number of red and other
(a) 220 (b) 240 than red color balls sold in E?
(c) 260 (d) 280 (a) 17 : 32 (b) 18 : 35
37. Boys in school D, E and F together are (c) 19 : 36 (d) 19 : 32
approximately what percent of total girls in school Directions (Q.46-50) : Study the following
A, B and C together? information carefully and answer the questions given
(a) 95% (b) 100% below.
(c) 91% (d) 107% The given bar graph shows the number of employees
38. What is the average of boys in all the schools working in five different companies in India in two
together? different years
(a) 824 (b) 986
(c) 1040 (d) 1146
39. What is the ratio of girls of school E and F
together to boys of school B and C together?
(a) 24 : 37 (b) 35 : 39
(c) 45 : 73 (d) 26 : 35
40. Total girls in all given schools together are
approximately what percent more/less than total
boys in same schools?
(a) 8% (b) 11%
(c) 13% (d) 6%
Directions (Q.41-45) : Study the following
information carefully and answer the questions given 46. Find the ratio of the number of employees
below. working in T in 2018 to the number of employees
The given pie chart shows the percentage distribution of working in Q in 2019?
the number of balls sold in five different shops namely (a) 2 : 3 (b) 3 : 1
A, B, C, D and E. (c) 2 : 9 (d) 6 : 1
47. Find the average number of employees working
in all the companies together in 2018.
(a) 420 (b) 380
(c) 290 (d) 210
48. The number of employees working in the
company R in 2019 is what percent of the
number of employees working in company S in
2019?
(a) 100% (b) 300%
(c) 150% (d) 250%
49. What is the respective ratio of the number of
employees working
(a) 2 : 3 (b) 3 : 4
(c) 4 : 5 (d) 5 : 6
50. The number of employees working in company R
41. The number of balls sold in A is what percent of in 2018 is what percent of the number of
the number of balls sold in D?
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employees working in company P in the same 57. What is the approximate percentage of executives
year? in department K in 2016 out of the total number of
(a) 55% (b) 65% employees in K in 2016?
(c) 75% (d) 85% (a) 57% (b) 55%
Directions (Q.51-55) : Bar chart shows the difference (c) 52% (d) 50%
between the number of diwali sweets (X and Y) sold 58. What is the ratio of the number of executives in H
and the average number of X and Y sweet sold by 5 in 2017 to the number of seniors in H in 2016
shopkeepers. respectively?
(a) 5 : 4 (b) 55 : 32
(c) 11 : 8 (d) 9 : 4
59. What is the difference between the number of
executives in G in 2017 and the number of seniors
in G in 2016?
(a) 305 (b) 310
(c) 315 (d) 285
60. What is the average number of executives in F in
the years 2016 and 2017?
(a) 495 (b) 465
(c) 510 (d) 490
REASONING ABILITY
51. What is the ratio of number of sweet X sold by Directions (Q.61-63) : Select the related word / letters
shopkeeper A and B together to the number of sweet from the given alternatives.
Y sold by shopkeeper C and E together? 61. Eagle: Sky : : Penguin : ?
(a) 954 : 651 (b) 927 : 671 (a) Land (b) Ice
(c) 927 : 672 (d) 498 : 356 (c) Desert (d) None of these
52. The total number of sweet boxes sold by shopkeeper 62. 3 : 18 : : 6 : ?.
B is what % more or less than number of sweet (a) 160 (b)180
boxes of Y sold by shopkeeper A and E together? (c) 140 (d)120
(a) 67.67% (b) 76.66% 63. U3 P10 S7 C3 : 37103 : : C5 B10 S2 E3 : ?
(c) 74.74% (d) 76.95% (a) 32105 (b) 32700
53. Find the average number of sweet Y sold by (c) 32605 (d) 22705
shopkeeper B, C and D together Directions (Q.64-65) : In questions, find the odd
(a) 201. 33 (b) 295.45 word/letters/numbers from the given alternatives.
(c) 279.33 (d) 259.54 64. (a) 3 2, 3 4 (b) 5 6, 5 3 6
54. If the price of sweet X by shopkeeper C is Rs. 330 (c) 2 2, 2 4 (d) 1 1, 1 2 1
per box and price of sweet Y by shopkeeper B is Rs. 65. (a) C.D (b) Monitor
240 per box then find the difference between the (c) C.P.U (d) Keyboard
profits of these two shopkeepers. Directions (Q.66) : A series is given, with one term
(a) 204340 (b) 200340 missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given
(c) 201430 (d) 204650 options that will complete the series.
55. The total number of sweet Y sold by shopkeeper B 66. 0, 1, 9, 36, 100
is what % of the total number of sweet sold by (a) 325 (b) 225
shopkeeper E? (c) 165 (d) 625
(a) 16.10% (b) 81.63% 67. Three positions of a cube are shown below. What
(c) 40.60% (d) 61.70% will come opposite to face containing „*‟?
Directions (Q.56-60) : An organization has four
departments F, G, H and K each of which consists
of executives and seniors. The table below gives the
number of executives and seniors in 2016 and the
percentage increase in the number of executives in (a) ↑ (b) %
the succeeding year from 2016. (c) + (d) &
Directions (Q.68) : From the given alternatives, select
2016
the word which cannot be formed using the letters
Department Executives Seniors 2017 Executives given in the word.
68. U L T R A S O N I C
F 450 760 20% (a) U N E A S Y (b) A R T I S A N
(c) S O N I C (d) U L T R A
G 600 385 15%
Directions (Q.69) : In each of the following questions,
H 750 480 10% from the given alternatives words, select the word
which cannot be formed using the letters of the given
K 540 445 35% word.
56. What is the ratio of the number of executives in K 69. Cytology
in 2017 to the number of executives in F in 2016 (a) cytrin (b) to
respectively? (c) logy (d) None of these
(a) 9 : 5 (b) 18: 13
(c)7 : 10 (d) 81 : 50
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70. If ‗S W I F T‘ is coded as ‗1 0 5 9 6 2‘ and ‗R H I N JEOPARDIZE

O‘ is coded as ‗9 8 9 5 6‘, then find the code of ‗B A (a) OPERA (b) PAIRED
J A T‘? (c) ZEST (d) AIDER
(a) 2 1 2 1 2 (b) 2 2 1 1 2 82. In a row of boys, if A who is tenth from the left and
(c) 2 1 2 2 1 (d) 2 1 1 1 2 B who is ninth from the right interchange their
71. Choose the alternative which is closely resembles positions, A becomes fifteenth from the left. How
the water-image of the given combination. many boys are there in the row?
(a) 23 (b) 27
(c) 28 (d) 31
83. Rita told Mani, ―The girl I met yesterday at the
beach was the youngest daughter of the brother-in-
(a) 1 (b) 2 law of my friend‘s mother.‖ How is the girl related
(c) 3 (d) 4 to Rita‘s friend?
72. In a certain code language ―1 2 3‖ is written as ‗* + (a) Cannot be determined
O‘ and ―1 6 5‖ is written s ― + × ↑‘ and ―2 6 9‖ is (b) Daughter
written as ‗0↑ $‖. How we can write ―2 6 5‖ on the (c) Niece
above logic? (d) Friend
(a) Δ X X (b) Δ ↑ X 84. If ‗-‗ stands for ‗division‘, ‗+‘ for ‗multiplication‘,
(c) 123 (d) None of these ‗’‘ for ‗subtraction‘ and ‗x‘ for ‗addition‘, which
73. A man said to a lady, ―Your mother‘s husband‘s one of the following equations is correct?
sister is my aunt‖. How is the lady related to man? (a) 6 + 20 – 12 ÷ 7 – 1 = 38
(a) Aunt (b) Brother (b) 6 -20 ÷ 12 x 7 + 1 = 57
(c) Sister (d) None of these (c) 6 + 20 – 12 ÷ 7 X 1 = 62
74. Abhay goes to 10 meters towards North and then (d) 6 ÷ 20 x 12 + 7 – 1 = 70
turn right and covered 20 meter, then turn right 85. Directions: Study the following information and
again and cover 10 meter, finally he reach at his answer the questions below:
destination, find the direction of initial point to final Statements: No watch is cycle. No cycle is
point. Motorbike. Some auto are motorbike
(a) East (b) South east Conclusion:
(c) South West (d) None of these I. No Motorbike is watch
75. Select the missing number/letters from the given II. No motor bike is cycle
options. III. Some cycles are watches
16, 33, 65, 131, 261, ? IV. All Motorbikes are watches
(a) 523 (b) 521 (a) None follows
(c) 613 (d) 721 (b) Only I follow
76. A series is given, with one term missing. Choose the (c) Only I and III follow
correct alternative from the given ones that will (d) None of these
complete the series. 86. Directions: Study the following information and
WFB, TGD, QHG, ? answer the questions below:
(a) NIL (b) NIK Statements: Some messages are whatsapp. All
(c) NLK (d) NJL Hikes are whatsapp.
77. Which one set of letters/numbers when sequentially All WhatsApp are facebook.
placed at the gaps in the given letter series shall Conclusion:
complete it? I. Some facebook are messages
k _ mn _ _ rs _v II. All hikes are facebook
(a) lopt (b) loqu III. Some messages are hikes
(c) lpqt (d) lptu IV. Some messages are facebook
78. If the following five words are arranged in (a) All follow
alphabetical order, which word will come in the (b) Only I, II and III follow
middle? (c) Only I, II and IV follows
Back , Draw , Play, Read , Want (d) Only III and IV follow
(a) Draw (b) Read 87. If  means +, - means  ,  means – and +
(c) Play (d) Back means  then
79. In a certain coding system 'HYBRID' is written as
'IAEUOE'. What is the code for 'PENCIL'?
36  4  8  4  ?
(a) QGQGNR (b) UIOEEO 4  8  2  16  1
(c) QGQGNM (d) UIOEOO (a) 0 (b) 8
80. Arrange the following words in a sequence to form (c) 12 (d) 16
a logical order. 88. If ‗  ‘ stands for ‗addition‘ ‗<‘ for subtraction ‗+‘
a) Doctorate b) Play school for division ‗>‘ for multiplication‘ ‗-‘ for equal to‘ ‗
c) Graduation d) Matriculation  ‘ for greater than and ‗=‘ for less than‘ state
e) Post-graduation which of the following is true?
(a) bdcae (b) bdcea (a) 3  4  2  9  3  3
(c) bcdea (d) bdeca (b) 5  3  7  8  4  1
81. In the following question, from the given alternative
words, select the word which cannot be formed (c) 5  2  2  10  4  8
using the letters of the given word. (d) 3  2  4  16  2  4
110 | Page
89. Direction: From the given alternatives select the 101. Which Indian athlete secured a bronze medal in the
word which cannot be formed using the letters of 50m Rifle 3 Positions event at the Paris Olympics?
the given words. (a) Abhinav Bindra (b) Gagan Narang
THUMBING (c) Swapnil Kusale (d) Sarabjot Singh
(a) Thing (b) Might 102. According to the Travel and Tourism Development
(c) Haunt (d) Thumb Index 2024 report, what is the rank of India among
90. Direction: In each of the following questions, a 119 countries?
letter series is given. Some of the letters of the series (a) 51st (b) 42nd
are missing. These missing letters are given in same (c) 39th (d) 45th
order as one of the four alternatives below the 103. Where was the 4th National Hindi Science Congress
series. Find out the correct alternatives. 2024 held?
_ bc _ ca _ aba _ c _ ca (a) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
(a) abcbb (b) bbbcc (b) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
(c) baaba (d) abbcc (c) Mumbai, Maharashtra
(d) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
GENERAL STUDIES 104. Which institution was recently awarded the
91. Which Indian state has become the only 'tax-free' prestigious UN ECOSOC Special Consultative
state where the government cannot take anything Status?
from your salary? (a) Harvard University (b) Oxford University
(a) Goa (b) Kerala (c) KIIT DU (d) MIT
(c) Sikkim (d) Himachal Pradesh 105. Which country recently became the world's second
92. According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), what largest aluminium producer?
percentage of the Rs.2,000 banknotes that were in (a) China (b) Russia
circulation on May 19, 2023, had been returned by (c) India (d) Canada
July 31, 2024? 106. Which district in Kerala experienced the deadliest
(a) 97.92% (b) 95.92% landslides in its history during July 2024?
(c) 99.92% (d) 98.92% (a) Idukki (b) Malappuram
93. Which state government has launched the (c) Wayanad (d) Kozhikode
MukhyamantriMaiyaan Samman Yojana? 107. India has approved the use of two ports to which
(a) Jharkhand (b) Andhra Pradesh country?
(c) Telangana (d) Madhya Pradesh (a) Sri Lanka (b) Qatar
94. Recently the Sado gold and silver mines in ______ (c) Maldives (d) Bangladesh
have become part of the UNESCO World Heritage 108. Who has recently been elected as the Prime
List. Astronaut for ISS?
(a) Vietnam (b) Japan (a) Shubhanshu Shukla
(c) Thailand (d) China (b) Arpit Chopra
95. Who among the following has won the V Venkaiah (c) V. Devasis
Epigraphy Award 2024? (d) V. Vedachalam
(a) Swami Ghosundi 109. Which institution released a framework for Self-
(b) Charles Wilkins Regulatory Organisations (SROs) for the fintech
(c) Swamy Nagaswamy sector?
(d) V. Vedachalam (a) RBI (b) SEBI
96. According to a recent WTO report, which country (c) PFRDA (d) IRDAI
ranked second globally in imposing anti-dumping 110. Pampa Lake, recently seen in the news, is located in
duties? which state?
(a) United States (b) China (a) Kerala (b) Gujarat
(c) India (d) Brazil (c) Odisha (d) Karnataka
97. Which state government has announced to procure 111. Pema Khandu recently became the Chief Minister of
all crops at 'Minimum Support Price'? which state?
(a) West Bengal (b) Haryana (a) Arunachal Pradesh (b) Odisha
(c) Kerala (d) Tripura (c) Andhra Pradesh (d) Sikkim
98. Which companies recently received a cross-border 112. Which country will host the Men‘s Junior Hockey
payments license from the RBI? World Cup in 2025?
(a) PayPal, Square, and Stripe (a) Germany (b) France
(b) Amazon Pay, Adyen, and BillDesk (c) India (d) Malaysia
(c) Visa, MasterCard, and American Express 113. Which organization recently released the ‗Global
(d) Google Pay, Samsung Pay, and Apple Pay Economic Prospects‘ report?
99. India will conduct its first multinational air exercise (a) World Bank (b) UNEP
"Tarang Shakti 2024" in two phases. Its first phase (c) UNDP (d) IMF
will be in _________. 114. Recently, who has been appointed as the next Chief
(a) Kerala (b) Tamil Nadu of the Army Staff?
(c) Rajasthan (d) Odisha (a) Chandrababu Naidu
100. Who won the 2024 Formula 1 Rolex Belgium Grand (b) Upendra Dwibedi
Prix? (c) Pramod Kumar Mishra
(a) Lewis Hamilton (b) Max Verstappen (d) Ajit Doval
(c) George Russell (d) Sergio Perez
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115. Which state govt. launched the ‗Mukhya Mantri (d) To provide employment to farmers
Nijut Moina (MMNM)‘ scheme to promote girl's 129. Recently, who has made history as the first Indian
education in the state. Mixed martial arts (MMA) fighter to win in the
(a) Manipur (b) Nagaland UFC?
(c) Sikkim (d) Assam (a) Pooja Tomar (b) Rajani Deory
116. What is the name of the mobile app recently (c) Roshibina Devi (d) Nyeman Wangsu
launched by NCRB to provide information about 130. Which state government recently announced a Rs
new criminal laws? 10,000-crore project funded by the World Bank to
(a) NCRB Samarth tackle air pollution?
(b) NCRB Sahayak (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Punjab
(c) NCRB Sangrah (c) Haryana (d) Madhya Pradesh
(d) NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws
117. Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected as the COMPUTER AWARENESS
President of which country? 131. Laser Printer and Ink-Jet printers are an example
(a) Maldives (b) Srilanka of______.
(c) South Africa (d) Nepal (a) Impact (b) Non-Impact
118. Which country hosted the 50th G7 leaders‘ summit? (c) Both (a)&(b) (d) None of these
(a) Italy (b) France 132. TFT Stands for______
(c) U.K. (d) Canada (a) Thick film transistor
119. Who became the first Indian to win a three-star (b) Thin Film Transistor
Grand Prix event in equestrian? (c) Thin Film Transmitter
(a) Roshni Sharma (b) Shruti Vora (d) Thick Film Transistor
(c) Alisha Abdullah (d) Kalyani Potekar 133. Which input device is used for inserting pen number
120. Which state government recently launched the for credit cards?
‗Mission Nischay‘? (a) Graphic Tablet (b) Numeric Pad
(a) Haryana (b) Punjab (c) Bar code reader (d) Magnetic stripe reader
(c) Uttarakhand (d) Gujarat 134. ______ is an interface for connecting eight or more
121. Which country will host the first-ever multinational data as wires.
air exercise ‗Tarang Shakti 2024‘ in August 2024? (a) serial port (b) parallel port
(a) Germany (b) Spain (c) fire wire (d) None of the
(c) France (d) India 135. ______group under the Home tab in MS-Power
122. Which organization supported the Greater Chennai point allows you to select a theme and layout tor a
Corporation (GCC) to achieve sustainable waste slide, reset or delete a slide.
management in the city? (a) Editing (b) Slides
(a) ADB (b) World Bank (c) Drawing (d) Paragraph
(c) NDB (d) IMF 136. _____option in Ms-word can be used to apply
123. What is ‗Aedes albopictus‘, recently seen in the uniform formatting of text and heading across the
news? document.
(a) Mosquito (b) Spider (a) Themes (b) Word Art
(c) Frog (d) Ant (c) Table of contents (d) Clipart
124. The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) has 137. ______represent data by varying the widths and,
declared which year as the ‗International Year of spacing of varying the widths and spacing, of
Quantum Science and Technology‘. parallel lines, which can be scanned to obtain the
(a) 2024 (b) 2025 information within .
(c) 2026 (d) 2027 (a) Magnetic tapes (b) ASCII code
125. Recently, which countries were elected as non- (c) OCRs (d) Bar codes
permanent members of the UNSC for the 2025-26 138. Which is the section of document that appears in the
term? top margin?
(a) Ukraine, Israel, Somalia and Maldives (a) Header (b) Footer
(b) Uganda, Kazakhstan and Tajikistan (c) Foot area (d) Head area
(c)Pakistan, Somalia, Denmark, Greece and Panama 139. Which of the following features of MS-Excel allows
(d) Peru and Chile us to give different color shades for the cells based
126. How many women have won the recently Lok on their values?
Sabha elections? (a) Conditional Formatting
(a) 67 (b) 74 (b) Sort
(c) 79 (d) 80 (c) Forecast
127. Rajaji Raghav Biosphere Reserve, recently (d) Filter
designated as India‘s first private biosphere, is 140. _______was the first personal computer with a
located in which state? graphical user Interface
(a) Uttarakhand (b) Himachal Pradesh (a) IBM image (b) Apple's LISA
(c) Maharashtra (d) Karnataka (c) Microsoft DOS (d) AT &T GUI
128. What is the primary aim of the PM Kisan Nidhi 141. In standard Keyboard, the Keys All, shift & ctrl are
scheme, recently seen in news? called______
(a) To provide education to farmers‘ children (a) Modifier key (b) Special key
(b) To supplement financial needs of land-holding (c) Function key (d) None
farmers families 142. _______ is a non-volatile primary memory
(c) To offer health insurance to farmers (a) Magnetic desk (b) RAM
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(c) ROM (d) CD-ROM  2x = 66000 – 61000 = 5000
143. ______features of MS Word helps you to create  x = Rs. 2500
professional formats. 4. (b) Let the numbers be 3x, 2x and 5x.
(a) Gallery (b) Mail-merge According to the question,
(c) Template (d) Formatting tools (3x)2 + (2x)2 + (5x)2 = 1862
144. In MS Excel, the combination of Row numbers and
Column alphabet is called______.
 38x2 = 1862
(a) cell address (b) cell  x2 = 1862  49  5 : 2
(c) row address (d) column address 38
145. Internet explorer stones cached pages in a folder  x = 49  7
called______  Number in the middle = 2x = 14
(a) Cookie 5. (b) Required average = 20 × 35 – 45 + 85 = 700 +
(b) Personal 40 = 740
(c) File allocation Table
(d) Temporary internet files  Correct Average =  740   37
146. In MS-Word, which of the following menus to used  20 
to add Headings that are displayed automatically in 6. (c) Amar can complete the whole work in 4 x 3 =
the top margin of all pages? 12 days
(a) Format menu (b) Insert menu Shankar can complete the whole work in 6 x 4 = 24
(c) View Menu (d) Tools Menu days
147. The software on application that you download for Ratio of the 1day's works of Amar and Shankar
windows will have_____ file extension. 1 1
 :  2 :1
(a) .apk (b) .exe 12 24
(c) .rtf (d) .txt  Amount received by Amar = 2 1800  Rs.
148. What is the shortcut key used to superscript in Ms- 3
word? 1200
(a) Ctrl+Shift + +
(b) Ctrl+Sheft +R 7. (b) S.I. = p  r  t
(c) Ctrl+Shift +B 100
(d) Ctrl+Shift + Equal sign 1080 = 3000 12  t
149. The windows file system NTFS stands for_____ 100
(a) Network Technology file system T = 3 years
(b) New Technology Firewall system 8. (b) Let the present age of two brother's be x yr and
(c) New Technology File System (x + 8) yr.
(d) New Treading File system After 10 yr,
150. To open a new document you can press_____ key Ages of two brothers (x + 10)
Combination and (x + 8 + 10)
(a) ctrl+D (b) Ctrl+N According to the question,
(c) shaft+N (d) Tab+N x + 10 + x + 18 = (x + x + 8) x 2
2x + 28 = (2x + 8) x 2
EXPLANATIONS 2(x + 14) = (2x + 8) x 2
2
1. (b) Difference = Principal  r 
  x + 14 = 2x + 8
 100 
x - 2x = 8 - 14

2
72 = 5000  r  - x = - 6 or x = 6
 100 
 Required ratio 6

= 6
 3: 7
r =2 72  10000
 144 6  8 14
5000
9. (a) The whole army = 5ft 9 3
 r = 144  12% per annum 4
2. (b) Required time for the stoppage per hour 5ft 10 inches – 5ft 9 = 10 – 39  1
3
4 4 4
= Difference of speeds Number of Indians =
Speed without stoppage Now,
=  54 - 45  hour = hour = 1 × 60 = 10 minutes
1 Number of Indians would be (1/4 x Total = 1/4 x
12000 = 3000)
 54  6 6
 d s t 
3. (a) Let the C.P. of the chair be Rs. x, then total S.P.
= x  90  (6000  x)  110
10. (b) d s t

 d s  d t   s   d t
 d 
100 100
 9 x  (6000  x)11  (6000  100) = d s t  s   d t 
t
d
1
10 10 dt
 9 x  (6000  x)11  6100 11. (a) Age of the boy
10 10 = (45 x 16 - 48 x 8 - 7 x 46) years
 9x + 66000 – 11x = 61000 = (720 - 384 - 322) years
= 14 years
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R  and Y = P1  R   P. P
12. (b) Let the number of students in a school be 100.
Boys = 60 Girls = 40 P = 
x 1    
Students who do not hold scholarship:  100   100  x
 P2 = xy
Boys = 60  80  48
100  P = xy
Girls = 40  75  30 19. (a) Single Equivalent Discount:
100 = 10  5  10  5 %  14.5%
Required answer = 48 + 38 = 78 i.e. 78%
 100 
13. (c) Relative speed of both persons = 12 + 10 = 22
Let the marked price be Rs. x, then (100 – 14.5)%
km/h
of x = 171
Now, distance between both of them = 55 - 11 =
44 km/h  x  85.5  171
Time, when distance is 11 km between both of 100
them  x = 171 100 =Rs. 200
Total distance 44 85.5
  2h
Relative Speed 22 20. (b) A = B  C
Hence, they will be apart 11 km after 2 hour. 2
14. (c) By Shortcut Method:  2a = B + C ….(i)
Required solution = 8% on 4000 = Rs.320
= 10% on 4000 = Rs.400 B = 2 (A  C)
Now, Rs (352 - 320) = Rs 32 ...(i) 3
Rs (400 - 352) = Rs. 48 ...(ii)  3B = 2A + 2C = B + C + 2C
Take the opposite ratios from equation (i) and (ii),  3B – B = 3C
i.e. Rs .48 : Rs 32 3:2  2B = 3C …. (ii)
Thus, Sum lent at 8% is 3  4000  Rs.2400 Using Equation (i)
5 2A = B + 2B
15. (b) Part of the work completed in 30 days 3
1
 30 
5  6A = 58 …(iii)
36 6  12 A = 10 B and 10 B = 15C
Now,  12A = 10B = 15C
 M1D1  M 2 D 2  ABC
W1 W2 5 6 4
 30  30  M 2  4  A : B : C: = 5 : 6 : 4
5 1  A's share = Rs.  5 366   Rs. 122
6 6  15 
 60  30 1
21. (b) = (50  28  20  55)
M2   45
5 4 8
 Number of new workers = 45 – 30 = 15 = 1 (1400  1100)
16. (d) Original number of boys in school 8
= 5  432  240 = 300  37.5
9 8
Number of girls = 432 - 240 = 192 22. (b) Let Q takes x hours to complete the work.
Let the number of girls be x. ∴ P takes (x + 5) hours to complete the work.
According to the question 240  12  7 Now,
192  x 6  1 1 1
 252  7 x x5 6
192  x 6  x 5 x  1
 192 × 7 + 7x = 252 ×6 x( x  5) 6
 1344 + 7x = 1512  x2 + 5x = 12x + 30
 7x = 1512 – 1344 = 168  x2 – 7x – 30 = 0
 x = 168  24  x2 – 10x + 3x – 30 = 0
7  x (x – 10) +3 (x –10) = 0
17. (b) Here, 78yshould be a multiple of 8.
Y =4
 (x + 3) (x – 10) = 0
9 + 8 + 5 + x + 3 + 6 + 7 + 8 + y = multiple of 9
 x = 10
23. (d) Required percentage = 100 + 20 - (35 + 45) =
X =4
40
4x − 3y=4
24. (d) Time taken by first train from station A to B = 4
18. (d) Let the present population of the town be P.
n
h
A = P1  r  and time taken by second train from station B to A
 100  = 31
2
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Speed of first train = D Speed of second train Case II,

4 If Officers is reduced by half i.e. Required
= 2D percentage =  800 100   25
 
7  3200 
Let train first and second meet after t h. 29. (a) For a Profit of 20%, total S.P. = 1000 ×
Distance = Speed x Time taken to meet each other. 120
 Rs.1200
 D  D  t  2D  (t  2)  Dt  2Dt  4D 100
y 7 4 7 = 400 × 110  Rs.440
[ Second train start after 2h] 100
Dt 2 Dt 40 S.P. of fruits sold at 10% gain
D   Remaining S.P. = Rs. 1200 - Rs. 440 = Rs. 760
4 7 7
Difference = 760 - 600 = Rs. 160
D= D  7t  8t  16  30. (a) Ratio of the values of coins
 
 28  = 3 : 5 : 7  12 : 10 : 7
 28 = 15t – 16 1 2 4
T = 44  2h and 56 min  Value of the one rupees coins
15 = Rs. 12 145   Rs.60
44 = 15t,
 29 
 Required time = (5 + 2) + 56 min = 7: 56 am Rs. 60 = Number of one rupee coins.
25. (d) Assume the repeating non-terminating
31. (b) Required average = (6.4 +6.3 +2.4 +2.7)/4
decimal 0.3˙ as z,
= Rs.4.45 Lacs.
Z =0.3˙=0.333333....
32. (a) Sum of annual incomes of 7 persons in year
Multiply the equation by 10,
2017 = (4.5 +4 +2.7 +4.8 +6.4 +2.4 +6.3) =
10z = 3 + z, Or, 9z =3
Rs.31.1 Lacs
Or, z = 3  1 Sum of annual incomes of 7 persons in year 2016
9 3 = (3.6 +2.4 +1.8 +3.2 +5 +1.5 +4.5) = 22 Lacs
Similarly Required difference = 31.1 -22 = Rs.9.1 Lacs.
6 2 33. (a) Total annual income of Ashwini, Suhani and
0.6  0.666666.....   Aditya together in year 2017
9 3 = (2.7 +4.8 +6.4) Lacs = 13.9 Lacs.
7
0.7  0.777777.....  and Total annual income of Ashwini, Suhani and
9 Aditya together in year 2016
8 = (1.8 +3.2 +5) Lacs = 10 Lacs.
0.8  0.888888.....  Required percentage = ((13.9)/ (10)) x 100% =
9 139%
Summing up. 34. (d) Annual income of Shivani in year 2015 =
0.3  0.6  0.7  0.8  x (100/150) x 3.6 = 2.4 Lacs
Annual income of Sakshi in year 2015 =
Or x = 1  2  7  8 = 1 + 15  2 2
(100/150) x 2.4 = 1.6 Lacs
3 3 9 9 9 3
Annual income of Niraj in year 2015 = (100/150)
26. (b) Division of the given expression by 6 is
x 1.5 = 1 Lacs
E = 7 (6  1)  1
18
Annual income of Udit in year 2015 = (100/150) x
6 4.5 = 3 Lacs
Required average = (2.4 +1.6 +1 +3)/4 = (8/4) = 2
7 218
= 718 + Lacs.
6 35. (d) Total annual income of Ashwini in year 2015
= 718 + 717 + 716 ......... + 7  2
= (100/150) x 1.8 = 1.2 Lacs
Required percentage increase = ((2.7-1.2)/1.2) x
6
100% = (1.5/1.2) x 100%
At each step of dividing one factor of 7 by 6
= (5/4) x 100% = 125%.
will result in quotient 1 and remainder 1.
The power of 7 in dividend is reduced by 1 at (36-40)
each step of division by 6. School Ratio of boys to girls
At the last step only 7 remains with 2 and the
A 7: 5
sum 9 is divided by 6.
Finally, 7+2=97+2=9 divided by 6 results in the B 4: 7
final remainder 3.
27. (a) Sound covers 1.34 × 100 m distance in 4s. C 5: 1
1.34 1000 D 1: 3
4
E 4: 5
 Speed of the sound = 1340  335m/s
4 F 5: 3
28. (a) Number of officers = 4800  1 = 1600 Total students in school A = 10% of 12000 = 1200
3 Total students in school B = 22% of 12000 = 2640
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Total students in school C = 20% of 12000 = 2400 49. (c) Number of employees working in Q and S
Total students in school D = 14% of 12000 = 1680 together in 2018 = 500 + 300 = 800
Total students in school E = 18% of 12000 = 2160 Number of employees working in R and T together
Total students in school F = 16% of 12000 = 1920 in the year 2019 = 600 + 400 = 1000
School Number of boys Number of girls Required ratio = 800: 1000 = 4: 5
50. (c) Number of employees working in company R in
A 700 500 the year 2018 = 300
Number of employees working in company P in the
B 960 1680 same year = 400
C 2000 400 Required % = 300/400 × 100 = 75%
51-55
D 420 1260 Shopkeeper
A B C D E Total
→
E 960 1200
Sweet X 349 578 690 388 427 2432
F 1200 720 Sweet Y 115 114 390 100 281 1000
Total 464 692 1080 488 708 3432
36. (b) Number of girls in school A and B together =
500 + 1680 = 2180 51. (b) Sweet X sold by A & B : Sweet Y sold by C & E
Number of boys in school C and D together = = (349 + 578) : (390 + 281) = 927 : 671
2000 + 420 = 2420 52. (c) Sweet Y sold by A & E = 115 + 281 = 396
Difference = 2420 - 2180 = 240 Total sweets sold by B is more than Sweet Y sold
37. (b) Boys in school D, E and F together = 420 + by A & E by = (692 – 396) × 100/396 = 74.74%
960 + 1200 = 2580 53. (a) Average of Sweet Y sold by B, C & D = (114 +
Girls in school A, B and C together = 500 + 1680 390 + 100) /3 = 604/3 = 201.33
+ 400 = 2580 54. (b) Profit of C – Profit of B = 330 × 690 – 240 ×
Percentage = (2580/2580) x 100 = 100% 114 = 227700 – 27360 = 200340
38. (c) Total number of boys = 700 + 960 + 2000 + 55. (a) % of Sweet Y sold by B with Total Sweets sold
420 + 960 + 1200 = 6240 by E = 114 × 100/708 = 16.10%
Average = 6240/6 = 1040 (56-60)
39. (a) Total number of girls of school E and F In department F:
together = 1200 + 720 = 1920 No. of executives in 2017 = 20% more than that in
Total number of boys of school B and C together 2016 = 1.2 * 450 = 540
= 960 + 2000 = 2960 Similarly, we find the rest of the data.
Ratio = 1920: 2960 = 24: 37 2016
40. (a) Total girls in all given schools together = 500 Department 2017 Executives
+ 1680 + 400 + 1260 + 1200 + 720 = 5760 Executives Seniors
Total boys in all given schools together = 700 + F 450 760 540
960 + 2000 + 420 + 960 + 1200 = 6240
Difference = 6240 - 5760 = 480 G 600 385 690
Percentage = (480/6240) x 100 = 8% (approx.)
41. (b) Required % = 15/18 × 100 = 83.33% H 750 480 825
42. (c) Number of red balls sold in F = 120/100 ×15/100 K 540 445 729
× 5500 = 990
Number of yellow balls sold in F = 60/100 × 20/100 56. (d) Number of executives in K in 2017 = 1.35 ×
× 5500 = 660 540 = 729
Required difference = (990 + 660) – 25/100 × Number of executives in F in 2016 = 450
5500= 275 Ratio = 729:450 = 81:50
43. (a) Number of cricket balls sold in C = 3/5 × 22/100 57. (b) Percentage of executives in K in 2016 =
× 5500 = 726 540/(540 + 445) ×100% = 54.82% ~ 55%
Number of footballs sold in C = 2/5 × 22/100 × 58. (b) Number of executives in H in 2017 = 1.1 ×
5500 = 484 750 = 825
Required total = 50/100 × 726 + 75/100 × 484 = 726 Number of seniors in H in 2016 = 480
44. (a) Required average = (20 + 18 + 25)/300 × 5500= Ratio = 825:480 = 55:32
1155 59. (a) Number of executives in G in 2017 = 1.15 ×
45. (c) Other color balls = 25/100 × 5500 – 475 = 900 600 = 690
Required ratio = 475:900= 19:36 Number of seniors in G in 2016 = 385
46. (d) Number of employees working in T in the year Difference = 690 - 385 = 305
2018 = 600 60. (a) Average number of executives in F = {(1 +
Number of employees working in Q in 2019 = 100 1.2)/2} × 450 = 495
Required Ratio = 600: 100 = 6: 1 61. b; Eagle flies in the sky. Similarly Penguin lives in
47. (a) Required average = (400 + 500 + 300 + 300 + icy polar region.
600)/5 = 2100/5 = 420 62. b;
48. (b) Number of employees working in the company 3³ - 3² = 27 – 9 = 18; 6³ - 6² = 216 – 36 = 180
R in the year 2019 = 600 63. a;
Number of employees working in company S in
2019 = 200
Required % = 600/200 × 100 = 300%
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76. b; First letter: (-2 series)
Second letter: (+1 series)
Third letter: (+1, +2, +3 series)
77. c; The series is, serial order of consonants starting
from K: k l m n pq r s t v
Similarly, 78. c; Arranging the words in alphabetical order, we
have: Back,
Draw, Play, Read, Want. Clearly, the word ‗Play‘
comes in the middle.
79. d; Here each alphabet in the given word changes to
the vowel which succeeds the given alphabet.
64. d; H becomes I, Y becomes A, B becomes E and so on.
So P will become U, E becomes I, N becomes O, C
becomes E, I becomes O, L becomes O.
are on the same logic; but 11/12/(11²) is different . So PENCIL is written as UIOEOO
65. a; 80. b; The sequence will be play school-matriculation-
C.D. Monitor, C.P.U. & Keyboard all are from graduation-post graduation- doctorate
computer glossary however C.D is also a different 81. c; 'ZEST' cannot be formed.
thing C.D stands for ‗certificate of deposits which is 82. a; Clearly, A‘s new position is 15th from the left,
glossary from Economics. C.D. stands for But this is the same as B‘s earlier position which is
componendo& Dividends – glossary of math- 9th from the right.
66. b 83. a;
0 + 1³ = 1; 1 + 2³ = 9; 9 + 3³ = 36; 36 +4³ = 100; 100 84. d; Option D: 6 – 0 + 12 × 7 ÷ 1 = 6 – 0 + 84 = 90 –
+ 5³ = 225 20 = 70
67. d; 85. d;
68. a;
69. a;
70. d; 86. c;
87. a; Using the proper signs, we get:


36  4  8  4
4  8  2 16  1
32  8  4

32  32  1
44
 0
71. d; 0 1
72. d; 88. c; Using the proper notations in (3), we get the
statement as 5 × 2 ÷ 2 < 10 – 4 + 8 => 5 < 14, which
is true
89. c; In HAUNT, ‗A‘ is present which is not there in
THUMBING.
90. a; abc/ b ca/ c ab/a b c/ b ca
91. c 92. a 93. a 94. b 95. d 96. c
97. b 98. b 99. b 100. a 101. c 102. c
So, 2 6 5 = O ↑ X 103. b 104. c 105. c 106. c 107. c 108. a
73. c; Mother‘s husband  Father 109. a 110. d 111. a 112. c 113. a 114. b
Father‘s Sister  Aunt 115. d 116. d 117. c 118. a 119. b 120. b
So, man‘s and lady‘s aunt is same position  Both 121. d 122. b 123. a 124. b 125. c 126. b
are brother & Sister. 127. a 128. b 129. a 130. c 131. b 132. b
74. a; 133. b 134. c 135. b 136. a 137. d 138. a
139. a 140. b 141. a 142. c 143. c 144. a
145. d 146. b 147. b 148. a 149. d 150. b
****
75. a; Each number is twice the preceding one with 1
added or subtracted alternatively.
So, the next number is (2 x 261 + 1) = 523.
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PRACTICE SET
Upcoming Exam
RRB-NTPC (PRELIM)
APTITUDE (a)
1. The product of two numbers is 231 and one number
is 21. What is the second number?
(a) 31 (b) 7
(c) 11 (d) 21
2. Find the HCF of 132, 204 and 228
(a) 12 (b) 18
(c) 6 (d) 21
3. When .36 is written in simplest fractional form , the 1 (b) 1 1
1
sum of the numerator and the denominator is 49 50
(a) 15 (b) 34 49
(c) (d) 27
(c) 114 (d) 135
50 50
? 329
4. Solve  14. 30 men can do a piece of work in 16 days . How
529 ? many men would be required to do the same work in
(a) 404 (b) 408 20 days?
(c) 410 (d) 416 (a) 12 (b) 24
5. Find the value of * in the following (c) 36 (d) 48
2 2 * 1 2 1 15. A, B and C can complete a piece of work in 24, 5
1   1   and 12 days respectively. Working together, they
3 7 7 4 3 6 will complete the same work in
1
(a) 0.006 (b) (a) 7 days (b) 3 3 days
6 24 7
(c) 0.6 (d) 6
(c) 4 days
1
(d) 3 days
6. The square root of 535.9225 is
(a) 23.15 (b) 23.45 13
(c) 24.15 (d) 28.25 16. A train running of the speed of 60 km / hr crosses a
7. Out of six consecutive natural numbers if the sum pole in 9 seconds. What is the length of the train?
of first three is 27, what is the sum of the other (a) 150 m (b) 180 m
three? (c) 210 m (d) 240 m
(a) 24 (b) 25 17. At the rate of 6% pa simple interest, a sum of Rs
(c) 35 (d) 36 4800 will earn how much interest in 3 years?

1 (a) Rs 864 (b) Rs 1026
1 2 (c) Rs 1148 (d) Rs 1124
8.   is equal to
2 18. At what rate of compound interest per annum a sum
of Rs 1800 will become Rs 2178 in two years?
(a) 1 (b) 2 2 (a) 11% (b) 12%
2 (c) 10% (d) 13%
(c)  2 (d) 2 19. The length and breadth of a rectangle is in ratio 4 :
3 7. If perimeter is 88 cm, find area of rectangle.
9. How is expressed as percentage ? (a) 414 cm2 (b) 336 cm2
4 (c) 448 cm 2
(d) 524 cm2
(a) 0.75% (b) 7.5%
20. Find the length of the longest rod that can be placed
(c) 75% (d) 60%
10. Half of 1 percent written as a decimal is in a room 16 m long, 12 m broad and 10 2 m high?
(a) 0.005 (b) 0.05 3
(c) 0.02 (d) 0.2 (a) 22 m1 (b) 22 m
2
11. Two successive discounts of 8% and 12% are equal 3 3
to a single discount of : (c) 23 m (d) 68 m
(a) 22% (b) 19.04% Directions (Q.21-25) : Study the table carefully and
(c) 20% (d) 20.96% answer the questions that follow:
12. A person bought pens at 25 for a rupee and sold at The given data is regarding the number of desktops
15 for a rupee. What is his profit percent? and laptops and sold by four different shops A, B, C
2 1 and D.
(a) 16 % (b) 33 %
3 3 Number of Number of
Shops
2 laptops sold desktops sold
(c) 66 % (d) 40% A 350 200
3 B 390 520
1 C 440 550
13. The value of x where x : 2 :: 21: 50 is
3 D 550 660
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21. What is the average number of desktops sold by
shops A, B and C?
(a) 450 (b) 420
(c) 440 (d) 460
22. What is the total number of laptops sold by shops A,
B and C together?
(a) 1180 (c) 1080 34. 13 15 21 33 53 ?
(c) 1160 (d) 1140 (a) 82 (b) 83
23. What is the respective ratio between total number of (c) 80 (d) 92
laptops sold by shops C and D together and number 35. In the question below is given a statement
of desktops sold by shop D? followed by two assumptions numbered I and II.
(c) 8 : 5 (b) 5 : 4 You have to consider the statement and the
(c) 3 : 2 (d) 2 : 1 following assumptions and decide which of the
24. Number of laptops sold by shop A is approximately assumptions is implicit in the statement.
what percent less than number of desktops sold by (a) If only assumption I is implicit.
shop C? (b) If only assumption II is implicit.
(a) 45 (b) 30 (c) If neither I nor II is implicit.
(c) 32 (d) 36 (d) If both I and II are implicit.
25. What is the difference between the number of Statement:
laptops sold by shops B and D together and the The Parent Teacher Association (PTA) of a school
number of desktops sold by shop C? has informed the Principal that they will not send
(a) 460 (b) 390 their children to the school unless the school
(c) 330 (d) 420 authority reduces the fees with immediate effect.
26. To cover a distance of 22 km in 2.5 hours , what Assumptions:
should be the average speed of the car in metre/ I. Majority of the parents may agree with the
second? PTA and may not send their wards with the
(a) 90 metre/ second (b) 45 metre/ second school.
(c) 50 metre/ second (d) 25 metre/ second II. The school authority may accede to the
27. Which of the following trains is the fastest? demand of the PTA and reduce the fees.
(a) 25 m/ sec (b) 1500 m / min 36. In the question given below consists of a
(c) 90 km/hr (d) none of these statement, followed by two arguments numbered
28. If mean of five observations x + 1, x + 2 , x + 3, x + I and II. You have to decide which of the
4 and x + 5 is 15, then mean of first three arguments is a „strong‟ argument and which is a
observations is „weak‟ argument.
(a) 12 (b) 13 (a) If only argument I is strong
(c) 14 (d) 15 (b) If only argument II is strong
(c) If either I or II is strong
29. If tan 150 = 2  3 , then the value of tan 150 cot 750
(d) If neither I nor II is strong
+ tan 750 cot 150 is Statement:
(a) 14 (b) 12 Should Indian scientists working abroad be called
(c) 10 (d) 8 back to India?
30. Consider the following statements Arguments:
I. There exists at least one value of x between 0 and I. Yes, they must serve the motherland first and
π / 2 , which satisfies the equation sin4 x – 2 sin2 x forget about discoveries, honours, facilities and
–1=0 all.
Which of the above statement(s) is / are correct? II. No, We have enough talent , let them stay
(a) only I (b) Only II where they want.
(c) Both I and II (d) Neither I nor II 37. A man walks 30 m, to the North from point A then
turns Left walks 20 m. Again turns left and walks 20
REASONING m, then again turns left and walks 10 m and reaches
at point B. Find distance between them and
31. (If ‗_‘ stands for ‗+‘,‘+‘ stands for ‗×‘, ‗×‘ stands for
direction of B with respect to A?
‗_‘ then which one of the following is not correct?
(a) 20m. (S.W) (b) 30 m. (S.E)
(a) 22+7-3×9=148 (b) 33×5-10+20=228
(c) 7+28-3×52=127 (d) 44-9+6×11=87 (c) 25 m. (N.E) (d) 10 2 m. (N.W)
32. Find the missing number. 38. Which statement is true with respect to the Venn
diagram?
(a) 72 (b) 108

(c) 144 (d) 162
Directions (Q.33-34) : What will come in place of
question mark (?) in the following series?
33.
(a) 1, 9 and 10 are in all the figures.

(b) 1, 2 and 10 are in the triangle.
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(c) 7 is in all the figures. 45. In a given figure of open dice which dice we can
(d) 1, 5 and 9 are in all the figures. make?
39. Direction: Study the following information
carefully and answer the questions that follow.
i) P #Q means Q is father of P.
ii) P*Q means Q is mother of P.
iii) P % Q means Q is brother of P.
iv) P$Q means Q is sister of P.
v) P @ Q means Q is daughter of P.
Which of the following means A is grandmother of
B?
(a) D * C # E % B $ A (b) B % D # C * A $ E
(c) A # C % B * D (d) Can‘t be determined
40. Direction: Some equations are solved on the basis
of a certain system. Using the same, solve the
unsolved equation. Directions (Q.46-47) : These questions are based on
If 10-3=12,12-4=13,14-5=14, then 16-6= ? the following arrangement of symbols, letters and
(a) 16 (b) 18 numbers:
(c) 10 (d) 15 ↑ 9 B Q = $ 2 5 R J L 3 @ Y M E 6 8 * D F 4 H
41. In the following question, find the figure out of 7©
the answer choice figures, that can be formed by 46. How many such numbers are there in the
joining the pieces given in the question figure. arrangement each of which is immediately preceded
by a symbol but not immediately followed by a
letter?
(a) Nill (b) One
(c) Two (d) Three
47. Four of the following five are alike in a certain way
based on the positions of the elements in the above
42. If a mirror is placed on the line AB, then which of arrangement and hence from a group. Which one
the answer figures is the right image of the given does not belong to the group?
figure? (a) * ÷ 8 D 6 (b) Y M @ E 3
(c) @ Y 3 M L (d)  H 4 7 D
48. In the following questions, find out the odd pair
from the given alternatives.
(a) Crayon-Chart (b) Pencil-Lead
(c) Pen-Ink (d) Brush-Paint
49. If ‗Football‘ is called ‗Cricket‘, ‗Cricket‘ is called
‗Badminton, ‗Basketball‘ as ‗Basketball‘,
‗Badminton as ‗Volleyball‘ and ‗Volleyball‘ as
‗Hockey‘ then which of the following is not played
43. Five people-A, B, C, D and E are being compared in with ball?
weight and height. The second heaviest person. D is (a) Cricket (b) Volleyball
the shortest. A is the 2nd tallest and shorter than E, (c) Hockey (d) Badminton
The heaviest person is the third tallest person. There 50. How many quadrilaterals are there in the given
is only one person shorter than B, who is lighter figure?
than E who is heavier than A. What is the position
of A in height and weight respectively?
(a) 2nd ,4th (b) 4th ,3rd
(c) 2nd ,1st (d) 5th ,3rd
44. From the given answer figures, select the one which
is hidden/embedded, in the question figure.
(a) 3 (b) 4
(c) 7 (d) 6
51. If 1st January 2013 was Wednesday, then what day
of the week was it on 2nd January 2014?
(a) Wednesday (b) Thursday
(c) Tuesday (d) Friday
52. In a certain code language ―INSTANT‖ is written as
―IOUWESZ‖. How is ―FORGET‖ written in that
code language?
(a) FPOGXI (b) FOSIGX
(c) FPSKHW (d) FPTJIY
53. In the question below is given some statements
followed by some Conclusions. You have to take
the given statements to be true even, if they seem
to be at variance from commonly known facts.
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Read all the conclusions and then decide which of (c) 10, 26 (d) 26, 21
the given conclusions logically follows from the 62. Which footwear company has partnered with the
given statements disregarding commonly known Indian Olympic Association (IOA) as the official
facts. footwear partner for the Indian contingent heading
Statements: to the Paris Olympics 2024?
Some music is sweet. No sweet is tasty. All tasty is (a) Adidas (b) Puma
Mango. (c) Nike (d) Reebok
Conclusions: 63. Europe's latest rocket, the_____, completed its
I. Some mango are not sweet. maiden flight.
II. No music is tasty. (a) Ariane 4 (b) Ariane 5
(a) If only conclusion I follows. (c) Ariane 6 (d) Ariane 7
(b) If only conclusion II follows. 64. Who has been appointed as Director General of the
(c) If either conclusion I or II follows. Press Information Bureau (PIB)?
(d) If neither conclusion I nor II follows. (a) Gaurav Banerjee (b) Jetha Ahir
54. If 6@4@7=101 and 2@5@11=150,then what is the (c) Dhirendra Ojha (d) Rushabh Gandhi
value of ―A‖ in A@8@9=289 ? 65. Which company launched the world‘s first CNG-
(a) 5 (b) 8 powered motorcycle?
(c) 12 (d) 17 (a) Hero (b) Honda
55. Three of the following four are alike in a certain (c) Bajaj Auto (d) Mahindra
way and one is different. Pick the odd one out. 66. Which state government has launched the ‗Lokpath
(a) 532 (b) 327 Mobile App‘ to Expedite Road Issue Resolution?
(c) 487 (d) 443 (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Gujarat
56. Choose a figure which would most closely resemble (c) Rajasthan (d) Madhya Pradesh
the unfolded form of Figure. 67. Who has won the Formula One British Grand Prix
2024?
(a) Sebastian Vettel (b) Lewis Hamilton
(c) Max Verstappen (d) Charles Leclerc
68. ______ Issued New Guidelines to Enhance Credit
Rating Agency Operations, recently.
(a) NABARD (b) RBI
(c) IRDAI (d) SEBI
69. Which state mica mines have been recently declared
child labour-free by the National Commission for
Protection of Child Rights?
Directions (Q.57-58) : Study the following (a) Tripura (b) Jharkhand
information and answer the given question. (c) Assam (d) Bihar
Seven persons were seated in a straight row facing North. 70. GoI Makes ISI Mark Mandatory for Stainless Steel
A was seated 3rd to the right of D. G was seated 2 nd to & ________ Kitchen Utensils.
the right of A. F was 3rd to the left of E. E was (a) Aluminium (b) Plastic
neighbouring to G. B was seated at one of the extreme (c) Copper (d) Glass
ends but was not neighbouring to D. C was seated at one 71. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has received the
of the positions. Order of St. Andrew the Apostle the First-Called
57. Who was seated at the extreme left end? award from which country for his exceptional
(a) C (b) B service?
(c) F (d) D (a) France (b) Russia
58. How many persons were seated to the right of E? (c) USA (d) Australia
(a) I (b) 2 72. Kharchi Puja is celebrated in which Indian state?
(c) 3 (d) 4 (a) Assam (b) Manipur
59. In the following question, five words are given. (c) Tripura (d) Meghalaya
Which of them will come in the middle if all of 73. Which state government has announced the launch
them are arranged alphabetically as in a dictionary? of the 'Mukhyamantri Mangala Pashu Bima
1. Sentinel 2. Sentimentally Yojana'?
3. Sentinels 4. Sentences (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Gujarat
5. Sentimental (c) Rajasthan (d) Madhya Pradesh
(a) 3 (b) 2 74. Where was the world's oldest cave painting
(c) 5 (d) 4 discovered?
60. Arrange the given letters in a sequence to make a (a) France (b) Australia
meaningful word. (c) Indonesia (d) Spain
A B L T E 75. Which university has launched the MA Programme
1 2 3 4 5 in Bhagavad Gita Studies?
(a) 1,2,3,5,4 (b) 4,1,2,3,5 (a) Delhi University
(c) 1,4,3,5,2 (d) 2,3,5,1,4 (b) Jawaharlal Nehru University
(c) Indira Gandhi National Open University
GENERAL STUDIES (IGNOU)
61. The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, conferred (d) Banaras Hindu University
_____Kirti Chakras, ______Shaurya Chakras. 76. Who won the Wimbledon Women's Singles 2024
(a) 10, 36 (b) 26, 10 title?
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(a) Emma Raducanu (b) Elena Rybakina (c) UNDP (d) IMF
(c) Jasmine Paolini (d) Barbora Krejcikova 91. Recently, who has been appointed as the next Chief
77. As measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), of the Army Staff?
how much percent retail inflation was recorded in (a) Chandrababu Naidu
June 2024? (b) Upendra Dwibedi
(a) 4.75% (b) 4.08% (c) Pramod Kumar Mishra
(c) 6.08% (d) 5.08% (d) Ajit Doval
78. Who has become the leader who has crossed the 100 92. Which state govt. launched the ‗Mukhya Mantri
million mark with the most followers on social Nijut Moina (MMNM)‘ scheme to promote girl's
media platform X? education in the state.
(a) Taylor Swift (b) Narendra Modi (a) Manipur (b) Nagaland
(c) Joe Biden (d) Sheikh Mohammed (c) Sikkim (d) Assam
79. If the contribution of the agricultural sector is 93. What is the name of the mobile app recently
decreasing in a country's economy, then what launched by NCRB to provide information about
conclusion can be drawn? new criminal laws?
(a) The country is growing in the direction of (a) NCRB Samarth
being a developed nation (b) NCRB Sahayak
(b) The country is moving towards becoming (c) NCRB Sangrah
developing nation (d) NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws
(c) The country is moving towards becoming less 94. Cyril Ramaphosa has been re-elected as the
developed nation President of which country?
(d) The economic growth rate of the country has (a) Maldives (b) Srilanka
stopped (c) South Africa (d) Nepal
80. Which is not added in the calculation of national 95. Which country hosted the 50th G7 leaders‘ summit?
income of India? (a) Italy (b) France
(a) The value of goods and services (c) U.K. (d) Canada
(b) The sold value of the old fridge 96. Who became the first Indian to win a three-star
(c) Services rendered by the housewives Grand Prix event in equestrian?
(d) Both b & c (a) Roshni Sharma (b) Shruti Vora
81. The financial year in India is ___________. (c) Alisha Abdullah (d) Kalyani Potekar
(a) April 1 to March 31 97. UNESCO has shortlisted seven most beautiful
(b) January 1 to December 31 museums for the prestigious Prix Versailles Award,
(c) May 1 to April 30 including the Smritivan Earthquake Memorial
(d) March 16 to March 15 Museum. It is located in which state?
82. 49th parallel line is between USA and ______. (a) Maharashtra (b) Odisha
(a) Canada (b) Mexico (c) Gujarat (d) Andhra Pradesh
(c) England (d) China 98. Which state government has launched the PM Shri
83. Which city of India is known as Financial Capital of Tourism Air Service?
India? (a) Uttar Pradesh (b) Gujarat
(a) Delhi (b) Mumbai (c) Rajasthan (d) Madhya Pradesh
(c) Pune (d) Kolkata 99. Global Wind Day is observed every year on which
84. Swami Vivekananda Airport is situated in ______. day?
(a) Chattisgarh (b) Jharkhand (a) 12 June (b) 05 June
(c) Madhya Pradesh (d) Kerala (c) 14June (d) 15 June
85. Ujjain is situaed on the banks of the river ______. 100. Who is the first bowler to bowl all four overs
(a) Shipra (b) Krishna maiden in a T20 World Cup match?
(c) Ganga (d) Godavari (a) Jasprit Bumrah
86. Which institution released a framework for Self- (b) Shaheen Shah Afridi
Regulatory Organisations (SROs) for the fintech (c) Lockie Ferguson
sector? (d) Trend Bolt
(a) RBI (b) SEBI
(c) PFRDA (d) IRDAI EXPLANATIONS
87. Pampa Lake, recently seen in the news, is located in 1. c; Ist × IInd = 231
which state? 21 × x = 231
(a) Kerala (b) Gujarat
231
(c) Odisha (d) Karnataka x  11
88. Pema Khandu recently became the Chief Minister of 21
which state? 2. a; HCF of 132, 204 and 228
(a) Arunachal Pradesh (b) Odisha 132 = 2 × 2 × 3 × 11;
(c) Andhra Pradesh (d) Sikkim 204 = 2 × 2 ×3 × 17;
89. Which country will host the Men‘s Junior Hockey 228 = 2 ×2 ×3 × 19
World Cup in 2025? HCF of 132, 204 and 228 is 2 ×2 × 3 i.e 12
(a) Germany (b) France Required HCF = 12
(c) India (d) Malaysia 36 9
3. b; 0.36  
90. Which organization recently released the ‗Global 100 25
Economic Prospects‘ report? Sum of numerator and denominator = 9 + 25 = 34
(a) World Bank (b) UNEP
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x 329 C‘s 1 day‘s work = 1
4. d; Let the missing number be x; 
529 x 12
x × x = 529 × 329 (A + B + C)‘s 1 day‘s work
x  174041 417.18  416 1 1 1
  
Hence, the number is 416 24 5 12
LCM of 24, 5 and 12
5 2 x 5 2 1
5. d; Let     2 24 – 5 – 12
3 7 7 4 3 6 2 12 – 5 – 6
5 7 x 5 2
Then,      6 3 6–5–3
3 2 7 4 3 2–5–1
2 × 2 × 3 × 2 × 5 = 120
5  5 6 
 x 5x   6 5  24  10 39 13
6  5    
120 120 40
5359225 2315 Time taken by A, B and C to complete the work ,
6. a; 535.9225   23.15
10000 100 working together
2 2315 40 1
5 35 92 25   3 days
13 13
43 1 35 16. a; Distance = Speed × time
1 29
5
461 6 92  60   9  150m
4 61 18
4625 231 25 17. a; Principal = Rs 4800
231 25 Rate = 6%
X Time = 3 years
7. d; Let the six numbers be x, x + 1, x + 2 , x + 3 , x + 4800 6  3
4 and x + 5.
SI =  Rs864
100
Then, x (x + 1) + (x + 2) = 27  3x + 3 = 27 . 2
18. c; 2178  1800 1 
Required sum = (x + 3) + (x + 4) + (x + 5) r 

= 3x + 12 = (3x + 3) + 9 = 27 + 9 = 36  100 
1 2
 2178  r 
d;    2 2  2
1 2 1
  1  
8.
2 1800  100 
2
121  r 
9. c; 3   3  100%  75%   1  
4 4  100  100 
10. a; 1 %   1  1   0.5  0.005 11  r 
  1  
2  2 100  100 10  100 
11. b; Let marked price = Rs 100 11 r
Then, Net SP = (100 – 8)% of (100 – 12)% of 100  1 
10 100
= 92% of 88% of 100 = 80.96  r  10%
Required discount = (100 – 80.96)% = 19.04%
19. c; Let the length and breadth of rectangle be 4a and
12. c; CP of 1 pen = Rs 1 7a respectively.
25 We have,
SP of 1 pen = Rs 1 Perimeter of rectangle = 88 cm
15  2 × (4a + 7a) = 88
Profit %  2 × 11a = 88
1 1

53  a = 4 cm
= 15 25 2 25 2
 100 75 100   66 % l = 4a = 16 cm
1 1 75 1 3 b = 7a = 28 cm
25 25 Thus, area = l × b = 16 × 28 = 448 cm2
1 7 49 20. b; Required length
13. c; x : 2 :: 21: 50  50x   21  49  x  2
3 3
14. b; Let the required number of men be x.
50
 162  122   32  m  256  144 
1024
m
 3 9
More days, less man (Indirect Proportion)
20 : 16 : : 30 : x  20x = 16 × 30 
4624 68 2
m  m  22 m
9 3 3
 16  30 
x    24 21. d; Required average
 20 
=
totaldesktops sold by shops A, BandD 
15. d; A‘s 1 day‘s work = 1 3
24 1380
  460
B‘s 1 day‘s work = 1 3
5 22. a; Required number = 350 + 390 + 440 = 1180
23. c; Required ratio = (440 + 550) : 660 = 990 : 660
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=3:2
24. d; So required %
550  350 200
=  100   100 36.36%
550 550 33. a; In this series, the figures increase the amount of
25. b; We can see that C and D have same number in shading by one-fourth and, once a square is
sales in given categories. So net sales is of B of completely shaded, starts over with an unshaded
laptops i.e 390 or we can find the difference as square. In the second segment, you will notice that
shown below. the figure goes from completely shaded to
The difference = 390 + 550 – 550 = 390 completely unshaded. This is why choice a is the
correct choice.
26. d; Speed in m/sec = 225  5  25m / sec 34. b;
2.5 18
13 + 12 + 1 = 15
27. b; 25 m/ sec =  25 18 km / hr  90km / hr 15 + 22 + 2 = 21
 5 21 + 32 + 3 = 33
And 25 m/sec = (25 × 60) m/min = 1500 m/min 33 + 42 + 4 = 53
So, all the three speeds are equal 53 + 52 + 5 = 83
28. c; Mean of five observations 35. b; The PTA is an association which would surely
x 1 x 2 x  3 x  4 x  5 reflect the parent‘s interests and act to get them
 fulfilled. So, both I and II are implicit.
5 36. d; Clearly, every person must be free to work
5x  15 wherever he wants and no compulsion should be
 15   5x  15  75
5 made to confine one to one‘s own country. So,
60 argument I is vague. However, talented scientists
x   12 can be of great benefit to the nation and some
5 alternatives as special incentives or better prospects
First three observations = 13, 14 and 15
may be made available to them to retain them within
Now, mean of first three observations
their motherland. So, argument II also does not
13  14  15 42
   14 hold.
3 3 37. d;
29. a; tan 150 . cot 750 + tan 750 . cot 150
= tan 150 . cot (900 – 150)
+ tan (900 – 150) . cot 150
2 0 2 0
= tan 15 + cot 15

 tan 900  θ  cotθ 


and cot 90  θ  tanθ
0


Now, cot 150

In triangle ABF
= 1 1 2 3
  2 3

tan150 2  3 2  3 2  3   AB = AF2  BF2
And tan 150 = 2 3 = 102  102

Tan2 150 + cot2 150 = 2  3  2  3  
2

2 = 10 2
38. c;
 222 

 3    24  3 14
2
39. b;
30. b; I. sin4 x – 2 sin2x – 1 = 0

2 44 2 8
 sin2 x  
2 2
2  2 2
 sin2 x  1 2
2
40. d; 10-3= 12
 sin2 x  1  2  1
(10+3)-(1+0)=13-1=12
or sin2 x  1  2  0 12-4= 13
Hence, both are not possible. (12+4)-(1+2)=16-3=13
II. Since , 1.5 radian is in II quadrant 14 - 5 = 14
There, sin 1.5 > 0 and cos 1.5 < 0 (14+5)-(1+4)= 19-5=14
Sin 1.5 > cos 1.5  16-6=(16+6)-(1+6)
31. c; 7×28+3-52 = 127 = 22 -7
= 196+3-52 = 15
= 199-52 41. a;
= 147(Incorrect) 42. a;
32. b; 43. a; A is the second tallest person. There is only one
person shorter than B. So, B is the fourth tallest
person. D is the shortest and second heaviest.
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Weight Height 51. d; 1st January 2013-Wednesday
1 C E 1st January 2014-Thursday
2nd January 2014-Friday.
2 D A
52. d;
3 E C
4 A B
5 B D
44. c; 53. a;
45. a; A will be opposite of D
B will be opposite of F
C will be opposite of E
54. c; 62+42+72 =101

22+52+112 =150
46. b; 122+82+92 =289
47. d; In all other groups, first element moves one step 55. d; 232+ 3= 532
forward; second element moves two steps 182+ 3= 327
backward; third element moves three steps forward; 222+ 3 = 487
fourth element moves four steps backward to give 212+ 2= 443
the second, third, fourth and fifth elements Hence, option d.
respectively. 56. c;
48. a; Except Crayon-Chart in all others, the second is (57-58)
the tool of first. Therefore, Crayon-Chart is the odd
one. 57. d 58. b 59. b 60. b 61. c
49. b; Badminton is not played with ball but in the 62. b 63. c 64. c 65. c 66. d
question, Badminton is called Volleyball, therefore 67. b 68. d 69. b 70. a 71. b
Volleyball is not played with ball. 72. c 73. c 74. c 75. c 76. d
50. c; 77. d 78. b 79. a 80. d 81. a
82. a 83. b 84. a 85. a 86. a
87. d 88. a 89. c 90. a 91. b
92. d 93. d 94. c 95. a 96. b
97. c 98. d 99. d 100. c
ABGF, FBDE, GCBA, FBCE, FGDE, BCGH, ****

ABCF
7 Quadrilaterals are there.
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Union Ministers (Cabinet Ministers)
Narendra Modi BJP (Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh-UP) Prime Minister; Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances
and Pensions; Department of Atomic Energy; Department
of Space; All important policy issues; and All other
portfolios not allocated to any Minister.
Rajnath Singh BJP (Lucknow, UP) Minister of Defence

Amit Shah BJP (Gandhinagar, Gujarat) Minister of Home Affairs and Minister of Cooperation
Nitin Gadkar BJP (Nagpur, Maharahstra) Minister of Road Transport and Highways
J.P. Nadda BJP (Rajya Sabha -Gujarat) Minister of Health and Family Welfare Minister of
Chemicals and Fertilizers
Shivraj Singh Chouhan BJP (Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh-MP) Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare and
Minister of Rural Development
Nirmala Sitharaman BJP (Rajya Sabha- Karnataka) Minister of Finance and Minister of Corporate Affairs
S. Jaishankar BJP (Rajya Sabha – Gujarat) Minister of External Affairs
Manohar Lal Khattar BJP (Karnal, Haryana) Minister of Housing and Urban Affairs and Minister of
Power
H. D. Kumaraswamy JD(S) (Mandya, Karnataka) Minister of Heavy Industries and Minister of Steel
Piyush Goyal BJP (Mumbai North, Maharashtra) Minister of Commerce and Industry
Dharmendra Pradhan BJP (Sambalpur, Odisha) Minister of Education
Jitan Ram Manjhi HAM(S) (Gaya, Bihar) Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan JD(U)(Munger, Bihar) Minister of Panchayati Raj and Minister of Fisheries,
Singh) Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Sarbananda Sonowal BJP (Dibrugarh, Assam) Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Dr. Veerendra Kumar BJP (Tikamgarh,MP) Minister of Social Justice and Empowerment
Kinjarapu Rammohan TDP (Srikakulam, Andhra Pradesh) Minister of Civil Aviation
Naidu
Pralhad Joshi BJP (Dharwad, Karnataka) Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public
Distribution Minister of New and Renewable Energy
Jual Oram BJP (Sundargarh, Odisha) Minister of Tribal Affairs
Giriraj Singh BJP (Begusarai, Bihar) Minister of Textiles
Ashwini Vaishnaw BJP (Rajya Sabha – Odisha) Minister of Railways, Minister of Information and
Broadcasting Minister of Electronics and Information
Technology
Jyotiraditya M. Scindia BJP (Guna, MP) Minister of Communications and Minister of
Development of North Eastern Region
Bhupender Yadav BJP (Alwar, Rajasthan) Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
Gajendra Singh Shekhawat BJP (Jodhpur, Rajasthan) Minister of Culture and Minister of Tourism
Annpurna Devi BJP (Kodarma, Jharkhand) Minister of Women and Child Development
Kiren Rijiju BJP (Arunachal West) Minister of Parliamentary Affairs Minister of Minority
Affairs
Hardeep Singh Puri BJP (Rajya Sabha – UP) Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas
Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya BJP (Porbandar, Gujarat) Minister of Labour and Employment and Minister of
Youth Affairs and Sports
G. Kishan Reddy BJP (Secunderabad, Telangana) Minister of Coal Minister of Mines
Chirag Paswan LJP(RV) (Hajipur, Bihar) Minister of Food Processing Industries
C R Patil BJP (Navsari, Gujarat) Minister of Jal Shakti
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Haryana Chandigarh Bandaru Dattatreya Nayab Singh Saini
Himachal Pradesh Summer Capital: Shimla
Winter Capital: Dharamshala Shiv Pratap Shukla Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu
Jharkhand Ranchi Santosh Gangwar Hemant Soren
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Nagaland Kohima La. Ganesan Neiphiu Rio
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Tamil Nadu Chennai R. N. Ravi M. K. Stalin
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Union Territory Capital Governor
Andaman & Nicobar Port Blair Shri. Devendra Kumar Joshi (Lieutenant
Governor)
Chandigarh Chandigarh Gulab Chand Kataria
Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu Daman Shri Praful Patel (Administrator)
Delhi (National Capital Territory of Delhi) New Delhi Vinai Kumar Saxena (Lieutenant Governor)
Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal
Jammu and Kashmir Srinagar (May-October) Shri Manoj Sinha (Lieutenant Governor)
Jammu (November-April)
Lakshadweep Kavaratti Shri Praful Patel (Administrator)
Puducherry Puducherry Kuniyil Kailashnathan(Lieutenant Governor)
Ladakh Leh B. D. Mishra (Lieutenant Governor)
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President Droupadi Murmu
Vice President and ex-officio Chairperson of the RajyaSabha Jagdeep Dhankhar
Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Chief Justice Dhananjaya Y. Chandrachud
Speaker of the Lok Sabha Om Birla
Chief Election Commissioner Rajiv Kumar
Comptroller and Auditor General Girish Chandra Murmu
Chairperson of the Union Public Service Commission Preeti Sudan
Attorney General R. Venkataramani
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National Security Advisor Ajit Doval
Cabinet Secretary Rajiv Gauba
Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister Pramod Kumar Misra
Home Secretary Ajay Kumar Bhalla
Finance Secretary T. V. Somanathan
Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane
Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri,IFS
Law Secretary -------------------------
Secretary General of the LokSabha Utpal Kumar Singh
Secretary General of the RajyaSabha P.C.Mody
Secretary General of Supreme Court of India Atul M. Kurhekar
Chairperson of the Railway Board Jaya Varma Sinha
Solicitor General Tushar Mehta
Principal Scientific Adviser Ajay K. Sood
Chief Economic Adviser V Anantha Nageswaran
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Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission Vijaya Bharathi Sayan
Chairperson of the National Commission for Minorities Sardar Iqbal Singh Lalpura
Chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes Kishor Makwana
Chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Tribes Antar Singh Arya
Chairperson of the National Commission for Backward Classes Hansraj Gangaram Ahir
Chairperson of the National Commission for Women Rekha Sharma
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Chairperson of the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights Priyank Kanungo
Chairperson of the Central Administrative Tribunal Justice Ranjit More
Chairperson of the Central Vigilance Commission Praveen Kumar Srivastava
Chairperson of the Central Information Commission Heeralal Samariya
Chairperson of the Atomic Energy Commission Dr. Ajit Kumar Mohanty
Director of the Department of Space S. Somanath
The Chairman, Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S. Somanath
Chairperson of the University Grants Commission M. Jagdesh Kumar
Chairperson of the Central Water Commission Khushvinder Vohra
Director of the Space Applications Centre Nilesh Desai
Chairperson of the National Forest Commission B. N. Kirpal
Chairperson of the Competition Commission Ravneet Kaur
Heads of Financial Bodies

Chairperson of the 16th Finance Commission of India Arvind Panagariya
Governor, of the Reserve Bank of India Shaktikanta Das
Chairperson of the Securities and Exchange Board of India Madhabi Puri Buch
Chairperson of the Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority Debasish Panda
Chairperson of the 7th Pay Commission Ashok Kumar Mathur
Chairperson of the Small Industries Development Bank Manoj Mittal
Chairperson of the Company Law Board Chief Justice (Retd) Ramalingam Sudhakar
Chairperson and Managing Director of the Export-Import Bank Harsha Bhupendra Bangari
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the National Housing Bank Sanjay Shukla
Chairperson of the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development Shaji K V
Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of the Industrial Finance Corporation Manoj Mittal
Chairperson of the National Stock Exchange Girish Chandra Chaturved i
Chairperson of the Bombay Stock Exchange Pramod Agrawal
Chairperson of the State Bank of India Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
Chairperson of the Industrial Development Bank Rakesh Sharma
Chairperson of the Life Insurance Corporation Siddharth Mohanty
Chairperson of the Central Board of Direct Taxes Ravi Agarwal
Chairperson of the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs Sanjay Kumar Agarwal
President of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry Subhrakant Panda
Chairperson of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority Deepak Mohanty
President of the Confederation of Indian Industry R Dinesh
Chairperson of the Competition Commission of India Ashok Kumar Gupta
President of the Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry Sanjay Nayar
Chairperson of the National Statistical Commission GP Samant
Director General of the Archaeological Survey Prof. Kishore Kumar Basa
Chairperson of the Telecom Regulatory Authority Anil Kumar Lahoti
Director of the Enforcement Directorate Rahul Navin
Chief Managing Director of the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Arun Kumar Singh
Chairperson and Managing Director of the Gas Authority of India Limited Sandeep Kumar Guota
Chairperson of the Indian Oil Corporation Limited Shrikant Madhav Vaidya
Chairperson and Managing Director of the Oil India Limited RanjitRath
Defence and Security

Chief of Defence Staff Anil Chauhan
Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal Vivek Ram Chaudhari
Chief of the Army Staff General Upendra Dwivedi
Chief of the Naval Staff Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
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Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Vice Lieutenant general JP Mathew

Director General of the Military Intelligence Lieutenant Lieutenant General Dinesh Singh Rana
Director of the Intelligence Bureau Tapan Kumar Deka
Secretary of the Research and Analysis Wing Ravi Sinha, IPS
Director of the Central Bureau of Investigation Praveen Sood, IPS
Director General of the Border Security Force Nitin Agarwal, IPS
Director General of the Central Reserve Police Force Anish Dayal Singh, IPS
Director General of the Central Industrial Security Force Nina Singh, IPS
Director General of the Indo-Tibetan Border Police Rahul Rasgotra, IPS
Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal Daljit Singh Chaudhary, IPS
Director General of the National Security Guard Nalin Prabhat
Director General of the National Investigation Agency Sadanand Date, IPS
Director General of the National Disaster Response Force Piyush Anand, IPS
Government of Odisha
Cabinet Ministers
Minister Portfolio
Mohan Charan Majhi - Chief Minister Home, General Administration and Public Grievance, Information
th
15 CM of Odissa and Public Relations, Water Resources, Planning and Convergence
Kanak Vardhan Singh Deo Deputy CM Agriculture and Farmers‘ Empowerment, Energy
Pravati Parida Deputy CM Women & Child Development, Mission Shakti, Tourism
Suresh Pujari Revenue and Disaster Management
Rabi Narayan Naik Rural Development, Panchayati Raj & Drinking Water
Nityananda Gond School and Mass Education, ST & SC Development, Minorities and Backward Classes
Welfare, Social Security & Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities
Krushna Chandra Patra Food Suppliers and Consumer Welfare, Science & Technology
Prithviraj Harichandan Law, Works, Excise
Dr Mukesh Mahaling Health and Family Welfare, Parliamentary Affairs, Electronics & Information
Technology
Bibhuti Bhushan Jena Commerce & Transport, Steel & Mines
Dr Krushna Chandra Housing & Urban Development, Public Enterprises
Mahapatra
Ministers of State (Ind. Charge)

 Shri Ganesh Ram Singhkhuntia: Forest, Environment & Climate Change, Labour & Employees State Insurance.
 Shri Suryabanshi Suraj: Higher Education, Sports & Youth Services, Odia Language Literature & Culture.
 Shri Pradeep Bal Samanta: Co-operation, Handlooms, Textiles & Handicrafts
 Shri Gokulananda Mallick: Fisheries & Animal Resources Development, Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises.
 Shri Sampad Chandra Swain: Industries, Skill Development & Technical Education.
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ABBREVIATION
Acronyms Abbreviations CBLO Collateralized Bank
ACS Automated Clearing Lending Obligations
System. CBS Core Banking Solution.
AD Authorized Dealer. CCIL Clearing Corporation of
ADB Asian Development Bank. India Limited
ADF Automated Data Flow CCL Cash Credit Limit
AEPS Aadhaar Enabled CDB Caribbean Development
Payments Switch Bank.
CDBS Committee of Direction
AFS Annual Financial on Banking Statistics.
Statement. CDRS Corporate Debt
AIC Agricultural Insurance Restructuring
Company. CDS Credit Default Swap.
AIF Alternative Investment CEPA Comprehensive Economic
Fund Partnership Management.
ALCO Asset Liability Committee CFRA Combined Finance and
ALM Asset Liability Revenue Accounts.
Management CGRA Currency and Gold
AMFL Association of Mutual Revaluation Account.
Funds in India CIBIL Credit Information Bureau
AML Anti-Money Laundering of India Limited
AMRMS Audit and Risk CMIS Currency Management
Monitoring Mechanism InformationSystem
ANBC Adjusted Net Bank Credit CNP Card Not Present
APBS Aadhaar Payment Bridge CPFF Commercial Paper
System Funding Facility
ARC Asset Reconstruction CPI Consumer Price Index.
Companies CRAR Capital To Risk Weighted
ASBA Applications Supported Asset Ratio.
Bank Accounts CRISIL Credit Rating Information
ASSOCHAM Associated Chambers of Services Of India
Commerce and Industry of CRMD Credit Risk Management
India. Department.
ATM Automated Teller CRR Cash Reserve Ratio.
Machine. CSR Corporate Social
BCBS Basel Committee on Responsibility
Banking Supervision CTI Country Threat Index.
BCSBI Banking Codes and DPG Deferred Payment
Standards Board of India Guarantee
BIS Bank for International DPN Demand Promissory Note
Settlements. DRAT Debt Recovery Appellate
BOE Bill of Exchange Tribunal
BOP Balance of Payments. DRI Differential Rate Of
BOT Build,Operate and Interest
Transfer. DSCR Debt Service Coverage
BSCS Basel Committee on Ratio
Banking Supervision. DTAA Double Taxation
BSE Bombay Stock Exchange. Avoidance Agreement.
BSR Basic Statistical Returns. EBRD European Bank for
CAD Current Account Deficit Reconstruction and
CAR Capital Adequacy Ratio Development.
CARE Credit Analysis and ECB External Commercial
Research Limited Borrowings.
CASA Current and Savings ECS Electronic Clearing
Accounts System.
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EDF Export Development Network

Fund HDFC Housing Development
EDI Electronic Data Finance Corporation
Internchange IADB Inter American
EDP Entrepreneurship Development Bank.
Development Programme IAS Integrated Accounting
EEFC Exchange Earners‘ Systems
Foreign Currency IBBI Insolvency and
EFTPOS Electronic Funds Transfer Bankruptcy Board of
At Point Of Sale India
EIB European Investment IBRD International Bank for
Bank. Reconstruction and
ELSS Equity Linked Saving Development
Scheme. IBU International Banking
EMI Equated Monthly Unit
Installments ICA Indian Council of
EPFO Employees‘ Provident Agricultural Research.
Fund Organisation ICICI Industrial Credit and
EPOS Electronic Point Of Sale Investment Corporationof
EPS Earning per Share India.
ESOP Employee Stock Options ICRA Investment Information
EXIM Export Import Bank of and Credit Rating Agency
India. of India Limited
FCA Foreign Currency Assets. IDB Islamic Development
FCCB Foreign Currency Bank.
Convertible Bond IDBI Industrial Development
FCNR Foreign Currency Non Bank of India.
Resident Deposit IDR Indian Depository
Accounts Receipts.
FCNRA Foreign Currency Non IDRBT Institute for Development
resident Account. and Research OfBanking
FDI Foreign Direct IEPF Investors Education and
Investment. Protection Fund
FEDAI Foreign Exchange Dealers IFC International Finance
Association Of India Corporation
FERA Foreign Exchange IIB International Investment
Regulation Act. Bank.
FICCI Federation of Indian IIBF Indian Institute of
Chambers of Commerce Banking and Finance.
and Industry IMF International Monetary
FII Foreign Institutional Fund.
Investor. IMPS Immediate Payment
FINO Financial Information Service
Network and IMT Instant Money Transfer
Operation Limited IOB Indian Overseas Bank.
FIPB Foreign Investment IPO Initial Public Offering
Promotion Board. IPPB India Post Payments Bank
FPI Foreign Portfolio IRBI Industrial Reconstruction
Investment. Bank Of India.
FTA Free Trade Agreement. IRDA Insurance Regulatory and
GAAR General Anti Avoidance Development Authority of
Rule. India
GDR Global Depository IROs Interest rate options
Receipt. IRR Internal Rate Of Return.
GFD Gross Fiscal Deficit. ISCI International Standard
GIRO Government Internal IndustrialClassification
Revenue Order. KCC Kisan Credit Card
GMS Gold Monetisation KMB Kotak Mahindra Bank.
Scheme KVB Karur Vysya Bank.
GSTN Goods and Services KVIC Khadi and Village
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Industries Corporation MTN Medium Term Note
KVP Kisan Vikas Patra MUDRA Micro Units Development
KYC Know Your Customer And Refinance Agency
Guidelines LAB Local NABARD National Bank For
Area Bank. Agricultural And Rural
LAF Liquidity Adjustment Development
Facility NAS National Account
LAMPS Large Sized Adivasi Statistics.
Multipurpose Societies NAV Net Asset Value.
LDB Land NBC Non Banking Companies.
Development Bank. NBFC Non Banking Finance
LERMS Liberalized Exchange Companies
Rate Management System NDA Net Domestic Asset
LIBOR London Inter Bank NDS Negotiated Dealing
Offered Rate. Systems
LIC Life Insurance NDTL Net Demand And Time
Corporation Of India Liability
LTCG Long-Term Capital Gains NECS National Electronic
LTN Long Term Note Clearing System
MCA Ministry Of Company NEFT National Electronic Funds
Affairs Transfer System.
MCLR Marginal Cost Of NFA No Frills Account.
Lending Rate NFC Non Banking Finance
MFDF Micro Finance Companies.
Development Fund NFS National Financial Switch
MIBOR Mumbai Inter Bank Offer NHB National Housing Bank.
Rate. NIB Nordic Investment Bank.
MICR Magnetic Ink Character NPA Non Performing Assets.
Recognition NPCI National Payments
MIS Management Information Corporation Of India
System NPS National Pensions
MSS Market Stabilisation Scheme
Scheme NPV Net Present Value
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