Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September 2022

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1. Which country has broken its own record for the world's lowest fertility rate?
[A] China
[B] South Korea
[C] Japan
[D] Philippines
Answer: South Korea
South Korea has broken its own record for the world's lowest fertility rate, according to official figures
released. To maintain a stable population, countries need a fertility rate of 2.1. The country struggles to
reverse its years-long trend of declining births. The country's fertility rate sunk to 0.81 in 2021, 0.03%
lower than the previous year.
2. Which country holds the G20 Presidency in 2022?
[A] India
[B] China
[C] Indonesia
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Indonesia
Environment officials from the Group of 20 nations met at Indonesia's Bali Island for talks on climate
action and the global impact of the war in Ukraine. They also discussed the implementation of each G20
nation's contribution to fight climate change and synchronise targets among developing and developed
countries.
3. Which regulatory body has notified a framework introducing a Social Stock Exchange
(SSE) in India?
[A] Reserve Bank of India
[B] Securities and Exchange Board of India
[C] Department of Financial Services
[D] Economic Advisory Council
Answer: Securities and Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) has notified a framework introducing a Social Stock
Exchange (SSE) in India. The new category of exchange will provide social enterprises an additional
avenue to raise funds. The SSE lists non-profit organisations (NPO) on stock exchanges and provides
them with an alternative fund-raising avenue.
4. Which country signed a security pact with China and has suspended the entry of all
foreign navy ships into its ports?
[A] Venezuela
[B] Bulgaria
[C] The Solomon Islands
[D] Iran
Answer: The Solomon Islands
The Solomon Islands has decided to suspend the entry of all foreign navy ships into its ports, as per the
announcement from the prime minister’s office. The United States earlier alleged that only their navy
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vessels were not allowed to enter the ports of the Solomon Islands. The Solomon Islands also has
signed a security pact with China creating a strained relationship with the US and its allies.
5. ‘The Centre for Medical Skills for paramedical staff’ is set to come up in which state/UT?
[A] Assam
[B] Sikkim
[C] Meghalaya
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Meghalaya
‘The Centre for Medical Skills for paramedical staff’ is set to come up at Babadam in West Garo Hills of
Meghalaya. The Meghalaya Cabinet approved the construction of Centre that will be built at the cost of
Rs 152 crores. The Medical Skill Hunar Hub will have space for 2500 students with several facilities
including hostel, Pharmaceutical College, Paramedical College and Skill Development Centre.
6. Which Ministry has developed a user-interactive dashboard for user associations to
provide suggestions for the government?
[A] Ministry of MSME
[B] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[C] Ministry of Law and Justice
[D] Ministry of Electronics and IT
Answer: Ministry of Commerce and Industry
The Logistics Division of Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) has created a
user-interactive dashboard which allows authorized user associations to lodge issues or suggestions for
the government. The portal will be launched for all authorised associations in the sector soon. This new
digital initiative aims to reduce paper correspondence of industry associations and trade bodies. They
can highlight issues related to logistics services to the government.
7. Which two Union Ministries have signed MoU for the promotion of "One Herb, One
Standard"?
[A] Union Health Ministry- Union AYUSH Ministry
[B] Union Women and Child Development Ministry- Union Health Ministry
[C] Union Health Ministry- Union Law and Justice Ministry
[D] Union Health Ministry- Union Jal Shakti Ministry
Answer: Union Health Ministry- Union AYUSH Ministry
A memorandum of understanding (MoU) was inked between the Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian
Medicine and Homoeopathy (Ministry of Ayush) and the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission (Ministry of
Health). The MoU seeks for inter-ministerial cooperation for the promotion and facilitation of "One Herb,
One Standard". The primary objective is to promote public health by developing harmonised herbal drug
standards.
8. Which pharma company launched India’s first indigenously developed qHPV) against
cervical cancer?
[A] Dr Reddy’s Labs
[B] Serum Institute of India
[C] Biocon
[D] Bharat Biotech
Answer: Serum Institute of India
The Department of Biotechnology (DBT) in partnership with the Serum Institute of India is set to launch
India’s first indigenously developed Quadrivalent Human Papillomavirus vaccine (qHPV) against cervical
cancer. According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), India accounts for about a fifth of the global
burden for cervical cancer with 1.23 lakh cases and around 67,000 deaths every year.
9. ‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah’ is observe every year during which month?
[A] July
[B] August
[C] September
[D] December
Answer: September
India observes National Nutrition Week from September 1 to September 7 every year to raise awareness
about the importance of consuming nutritious food. Ministry of Women and Child Development is
celebrating the 5th Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2022 across the nation from 1st to 30th September. This
year, the objective of the Poshan Maah is to celebrate Poshan Maah through Gram Panchayats as
Poshan Panchayats with key focus on ‘Mahila aur Swasthya’ and ‘Bacha aur Shiksha’.
10. What is the name of the national single-window source for all assessment-related
information of education boards?
[A] NIPUN
[B] STARS
[C] PARAKH
[D] KALAM
Answer: PARAKH
PARAKH (Performance Assessment, Review and Analysis of Knowledge for Holistic Development) was
announced in the National Educational Policy (NEP). The National Council of Educational Research and
Training (NCERT) and the state education boards are collaborating to draw up a ‘benchmark framework’
to bring uniformity across state and central boards. PARAKH will be the national single-window source
for all assessment-related information. It will oversee the periodic tests like the National Achievement
Survey (NAS) and State Achievement Survey.
11. ‘WHO’ along with which institution released a report titled ‘Progress on WASH in
health care facilities 2000-2021’?
[A] UNICEF
[B] UNESCO
[C] John Hopkins University
[D] NITI Aayog
Answer: UNICEF
WHO and UNICEF released a report titled ‘Progress on WASH in health care facilities 2000-2021: special
focus on WASH and infection prevention and control’. The report has established the global baseline on
hygiene services. As per the report, half of health care facilities worldwide lack basic hygiene services
with water and soap or alcohol-based hand rub and at toilets in these facilities. Around 3.85 billion
people use these facilities, who face greater risk of infection.
12. Which Union Ministry released ‘Guidelines for Anonymisation of Data (AoD) and
Mobile Security Guidelines (MSG)’ for e-governance’?

[A] Ministry of Law and Justice
[B] Ministry of Electronics and IT
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of External Affairs
Answer: Ministry of Electronics and IT
The Ministry of Electronics and IT released draft titled Guidelines for Anonymisation of Data (AoD) and
Mobile Security Guidelines (MSG) for e-governance projects conducted by the government. Mobile
Security Guidelines (MSG) have been proposed to achieve mobile security goals such as confidentiality,
integrity, authentication, accountability among others
13. The ‘International Day for People of African Descent’ was first observed in which year?
[A] 1991
[B] 2001
[C] 2011
[D] 2021
Answer: 2021
The United Nations marked the first-ever International Day for People of African Descent on 31 August
2021. This occasion also comes at the midpoint of the International Decade for People of African
Descent (2015-2024). The Decade aims to celebrate important contributions of people of African
descent advance inclusion policies, eradicate racism and promote human rights.
14. Which institution conducted the Cyber Security Exercise ‘Synergy’?
[A] CERT-In
[B] Indian Air Force
[C] Defence Research and Development Organisation
[D] Indian Space Research Organisation
Answer: CERT-In
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under Ministry of Electronics & IT, in
collaboration with Cyber Security Agency of Singapore (CSA), successfully designed and conducted the
Cyber Security Exercise ‘Synergy’ for 13 Countries. It was conducted as a part of the International
Counter Ransomware Initiative- Resilience Working Group which is led by India under the leadership of
National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS). The theme of the exercise was ‘Building Network
Resiliency to counter Ransomware Attacks’.
15. As per the latest NCRB report, the highest number of sedition cases were registered in
which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Andhra Pradesh
According to the latest NCRB (National Crime Records Bureau) report, the highest number of sedition
cases was recorded in Andhra Pradesh (29). 76 cases for sedition were registered in 2021 in the country
under IPC Section 124A. In 2020, no sedition case was recorded in the state of Andhra Pradesh. There
were 1,604 arrests under Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act [UAPA].
16. Puli Thevar, whose birth anniversary was celebrated recently, was a freedom fighter
from which state?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Odisha
[D] Gujarat
Answer: Tamil Nadu
Puli Thevar was a 18th century Tamil King who fought against the British. He was one of the first
fighters to refuse to pay taxes to the British. Tamil Nadu Governor R N Ravi and Chief Minister M K Stalin
paid floral tributes to the statue of freedom fighter while Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tributes to
the leader.
17. ‘Nuakhai’ is a traditional festival celebrated in which Indians state/UT?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Punjab
Answer: Odisha
‘Nuakhai’, which means ‘new food’, is an agricultural festival observed by people of Odisha and Southern
Chhattisgarh in India. Nuakhai is observed to welcome the new rice of the season. It is also called as a
‘Harvest festival’ and is celebrated during the August-September season.
18. Raavi Sastry, whose centenary birth anniversary was celebrated recently, was a noted
writer of which language?
[A] Malayalam
[B] Telugu
[C] Hindi
[D] Kannada
Answer: Telugu
Rachakonda Viswanadha Sastri, popularly known as Raavi Sastry, was a notable writer, lawyer and critic.
The Chief Justice of India, Justice N.V. Ramana, participated as Chief Guest at the centenary
celebrations of the noted writer, being organised at Visakhapatnam.
19. In the field of Art forms, what is ‘Sattriya’, which was seen in the news recently?
[A] Music
[B] Dance
[C] Painting
[D] Theatre Art
Answer: Dance
‘Sattriya’ is a dance form that was originally a medium of worship at Sattras (monastries). Sattriya was
accorded a classical status in the year 2000. As per the veteran artiste Jatin Goswami, who has been
popularising the dance form, it was once preserved as the art of male monks. However, at present, it
features several women artistes and new-age interpretations.
20. What is the name of the online portal launched by the Union Home Ministry for Central
Armed Police Forces (CAPFs)?
[A] Atmanirbhar CAPF
[B] Bharat CAPF
[C] CAPF e-Awas
[D] Digi- CAPF
Answer: CAPF e-Awas
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Central Armed Police Forces' eAwas web-portal. It is an
online portal for the CAPF personnel to increase their chances of finding government accommodation.
The new portal will allow CAPF personnel to find houses among themselves instead of looking for
accommodation within the force.
21. Which education sector institution launched the Online Grievance Registration System
named ‘e-Samadhan’?
[A] AICTE
[B] UGC
[C] NTA
[D] NCERT
Answer: UGC
Higher education sector regulator University Grants Commission (UGC) has come up with the e-
Samadhan-Online Grievance Registering and Monitoring System which is a digital platform for
stakeholders to identify and apply for grievances, feedback or queries Through the centralised portal,
UGC will be able to monitor and resolve all grievances of students and staff in universities through a
centralised portal called `e-Samadhan`.
22. Which ship building company has been conferred with the Green Channel Certification
by Ministry of Defence?
[A] Goa Shipyard
[B] Cochin Shipyard
[C] Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers
[D] Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
Answer: Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers
Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Ltd (GRSE), has been conferred with the coveted Green
Channel Certification by Ministry of Defence. It is one of the leading Public Sector Undertaking and Mini-
Ratna Category 1 Shipyard. The certification was conferred for supply of Portable Steel Bridges (Bailey
Type) of various configurations to Indian Army.
23. Which company has announced to build India's first and one of the world’s largest
Carbon Fibre plants at Hazira, Gujarat?
[A] Tata Power
[B] Reliance Industries
[C] NTPC
[D] GAIL
Answer: Reliance Industries
Reliance Industries Chairman Mukesh Ambani announced to build India's first and one of the world’s
largest Carbon Fibre plants at Hazira, Gujarat. The plant will have a capacity of 20,000 MTPA based on
Acrylonitrile feedstock. Ambani announced an investment of ₹75,000 crore over the next five years to
expand capacities in existing and new value chains including Polyester value chain, Vinyl chain, and New
Materials.
24. Ghatiana Dwivarna, which was discovered recently, belonged to which species?
[A] Turtle
[B] Spider
[C] Crab
[D] Gecko
Answer: Crab
A wildlife enthusiast from Karnataka has discovered a new crab species from the Western Ghats of
Karnataka. Named as ‘Ghatiana Dwivarna’, this bright coloured crab is the 75th fresh water crab of the
Western Ghats. It is a fresh water crab that lives under the tiny rocks in thick dense forests of Western
Ghats. The crab majorly feeds on algae but also eats small insects of the mosquito family.
25. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘GENESIS initiative’?
[A] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[B] Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
[C] Ministry of MSME
[D] Ministry of Education
Answer: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launched the Gen-Next Support for
Innovative Startups (GENESIS) initiative in July 2022, with an outlay of more than Rs 750 crore. Under
the scheme, the central government will promote over 10,000 startups in the next five to six years.
GENESIS is a National Deep-tech Startup Platform, to support and create successful startups in Tier-II
and Tier-III cities of India.
26. Which state/UT approved the Handicrafts Policy-2022?
[A] Jammu and Kashmir
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Himachal Pradesh
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Rajasthan
The State cabinet of Rajasthan approved the Handicrafts Policy-2022 under the chairmanship of Chief
Minister Ashok Gehlot. The objective of Rajasthan Handicrafts Policy 2022 is to empower 6 lakh
craftsman and artisans across the state. Under the new policy National-level Handicrafts Week will be
organised every year in December and artisans will be felicitated.
27. The New Naval Ensign features the national emblem inside which shape?
[A] Green Hexagon
[B] Blue Octagon
[C] Orange Hexagon
[D] White Octagon
Answer: Blue Octagon
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the new Naval Ensign (flag) at Cochin Shipyard Limited in Kochi
The Indian Flag is placed on the top left of the flag, while a blue octagonal shape that encompasses the
national emblem sits atop an anchor on the right, which depicts steadfastness. The octagonal shape
has been designed to represent eight directions, depicting the multi-directional reach and of the Indian
Navy. The twin golden borders surrounding it are inspired from Chhatrapati Shivaji.
28. Which Union Ministry presents Smart Solutions Challenge and Inclusive Cities Awards?
[A] Ministry of MSME
[B] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Science and Technology
Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
The Minister for Housing and Urban Affairs Hardeep Singh Puri presented Smart Solutions Challenge &
Inclusive Cities Awards 2022. They were launched in April 2022. These awards are an initiative of the
National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA) and the United Nations (UN) in India to address city-level
accessibility and inclusion challenges faced by persons with disabilities (PwD), women, girls and the
elderly.
29. Which organisation manufacturers Tejas Mark-2 Fighter Jets?
[A] DRDO
[B] BEL
[C] HAL
[D] BDL
Answer: HAL
The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS) has approved Tejas Mark-2 Project. It has sanctioned 6,500
crore rupees for designing and developing of Tejas Mark-2 fighter jet. It is manufactured by the
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL). The advanced version of the indigenous Tejas light combat
aircraft (LCA) will feature a series of additions to its flight and fight capabilities. Tejas 2.0 will be
equipped with more powerful engines and indigenously developed Active Electronically Scanned Array
(AESA) radar.
30. Which country is the host of the multilateral command Exercise Vostok – 2022?
[A] China
[B] Russia
[C] USA
[D] Australia
Answer: Russia
A multilateral strategic and command Exercise Vostok - 2022 has begun in Russia. The exercise is
aimed at coordination among other participating military contingents and observers. The Indian Army
contingent comprising of troops from 7/8 Gorkha Rifles undertakes joint drills including joint field
training exercises, combat discussions, and firepower exercises.
31. What is the theme of the ‘World Coconut Day 2022’?
[A] Growing coconut for a better future and life
[B] Nutritional benefits of Coconut
[C] Sustainable Nature of Coconut
[D] Consuming Coconut and Eradicating Malnutrition
Answer: Growing coconut for a better future and life
September 2 is observed as World Coconut Day across the world. This year's theme for World Coconut
Day is ‘Growing coconut for a better future and life. Coconuts are some of the most popular and
versatile food product in the world. This day highlights the significance of coconuts in our daily lives and
its benefits for health.
32. Where was the ‘Thai Trade Expo’ held in India in 2022?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Hyderabad
[C] Mysuru
[D] Varanasi
Answer: Hyderabad
The Thai trade centre in Chennai launched its first trade expo in Hyderabad, with the aim to build
stronger ties between Telangana and Thailand. The trade expo will focus on building business relations
between Thai companies and Hyderabad business community. An MoU that was earlier signed between
the Government of Telangana and the Ministry of Commerce, Thailand to increase bi-lateral trade.
33. What is the name of the Hydrogen that is produced from a carbon-free nuclear power?
[A] Green Hydrogen
[B] White Hydrogen
[C] Pink Hydrogen
[D] Orange Hydrogen
Answer: Pink Hydrogen
The Carbon-free hydrogen produced from a carbon-free nuclear power is referred as the Pink Hydrogen.
Pink hydrogen can also be manufactured via electrolysis, where the electricity supplied by nuclear power
plants. To manufacture green hydrogen, where electrolyzers are supplied by and electricity is supplied
by a wind or solar farm.
34. Monthly GST revenues have remained above the Rs 1.4 lakh crore mark from which
month in 2022?
[A] January
[B] March
[C] May
[D] June
Answer: March
Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections rose to Rs 1,43,612 crore for August 2022. Monthly
GST revenues have remained above the Rs 1.4 lakh crore mark for the last six months (from March
2022). However, the August collection is lower than the previous month but 28.2 per cent higher year-on-
year, as per the data released by the Finance Ministry.
35. The United Nations has released a report on alleged human rights abuses in which
country?
[A] India
[B] China
[C] USA
[D] Australia
Answer: China
China has responded to a United Nations report on alleged human rights abuses in its north-western
Xinjiang region targeting Uyghurs and other mainly Muslim ethnic minorities. The report has been in the
works for years and was released recently. The report claims that more than 1 million ethnic minority
members were forcibly sent to re-education centers.
36. Jigyasa 2.0 program, which was seen in the news, recently is associated with which
field?
[A] Finance
[B] Science and Technology
[C] Sports
[D] Music
Answer: Science and Technology
‘Jigyasa for Renewable Fuel program’ under Jigyasa 2.0 program was successfully organized for the
school students of Scindia Kanya Vidyalaya, Gwalior 2022 at CSIR-Indian Institute of Petroleum,
Dehradun. The main objective of the program is to give an exposure to different technologies developed
for the utilization of non-edible vegetable oils, used cooking oil and waste plastic to different types of
fuels.
37. Bhitarkanika National Park, which was seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Odisha
[C] Bihar
[D] Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Odisha
Bhitarkanika National Park is located in the state of Orissa. It houses several rare and endangered
varieties of wildlife species. A record 3,700 saltwater crocodiles were born in Bhitarkanika National Park
recently from 122 nests. As per reports, last year, around 2,500 crocodiles were born from 84 nests.
38. India’s first-ever ‘Night Sky Sanctuary’ is set to come up in which state/UT?
[A] Himachal Pradesh
[B] New Delhi
[C] Ladakh
[D] Rajasthan
Answer: Ladakh
The Department of Science & Technology (DST) has undertaken to set up India’s first-ever ‘Night Sky
Sanctuary’ in Ladakh which will be completed within next three months. The Dark Sky Reserve will be
located at Hanle, Ladakh as a part of Changthang Wildlife Sanctuary. It will boost Astro-tourism in India.
An MoU was signed among the UT administration, Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council
(LAHDC) Leh and the Indian Institute of Astrophysics (IIA).
39. National Green Tribunal (NGT) slashed a Rs 3500 crore fine on which state government
for violating waste management rules?
[A] New Delhi
[B] West Bengal
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Assam
Answer: West Bengal
The National Green Tribunal (NGT) has asked the West Bengal government to pay Rs 3,500 crore as
‘compensation’ for violating the norms for the management of solid and liquid waste. The Bengal
government has the option to seek a review by the tribunal or move the Supreme Court. The bench has
asked the state to deposit the amount within two months dedicated to solid waste management in the
state and it will be operated according to the directions of the Chief Secretary.
40. Which Indian state recently allowed the sale of locally made wine?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Mizoram
[C] Punjab
[D] Sikkim
Answer: Mizoram
The Mizoram cabinet allowed the locally grown grapes to be processed as wine and sold in the market
freely. Natural grapes are mainly grown in Champhai and Hnahlan areas in eastern Mizoram. The Chief
Minister announced that the Mizoram Liquor (Prohibition) Draft Rules, 2022 should be continued to be
implemented strictly in the state.
41. Which country developed the Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment
(MOXIE)?
[A] China
[B] Russia
[C] USA
[D] Israel
Answer: USA
The Mars Oxygen In-Situ Resource Utilization Experiment (MOXIE) was developed by the Massachusetts
Institute of Technology (MIT) in the United State. It is a small box sent with the Perseverence rover of
the NASA has produced oxygen in Mars with components from the planet’s atmosphere. It splits carbon
dioxide absorbed from the atmosphere to produce pure oxygen. This is the first time materials needed
for human missions on Mars were generated with resources not those carried from Earth.
42. The Sea of Okhotsk, which was seen in the news, is a sea of which Ocean?
[A] Pacific Ocean
[B] Atlantic Ocean
[C] Indian Ocean
[D] Southern Ocean
Answer: Pacific Ocean
The Sea of Okhotsk is a marginal sea of the Pacific Ocean with Japan and Russia and basin countries.
The Russian and Chinese navies will operate in the Sea of Japan in the upcoming Vostok 2022 military
drills. The navies will practice operations in the waters and in the coastline areas of the Sea of Japan
and the Sea of Okhotsk.
43. When is the National Teachers Day celebrated in India?
[A] September 5
[B] October 5
[C] November 5
[D] December 5
Answer: September 5
Every year the Teachers' day is celebrated on September 5 across India. It commemorates the birth
anniversary of our first Vice President of India and the second President of India, Dr Sarvepalli
Radhakrishnan. He was born on September 5 in the year 1888.The Teachers' day was first observed in
the year 1962. World Teachers' Day, also known as International Teachers Day, is an international day
held annually on 5 October.
44. Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income Augmentation (KALIA) scheme is
implemented by which state?
[A] Odisha
[B] West Bengal
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Odisha
Odisha government distributed financial assistance of Rs 869 crores to 41 lakh small and marginalised
farmers and 85,000 landless farmers under the Krushak Assistance for Livelihood and Income
Augmentation (KALIA) scheme. Each registered farmer has got Rs 2000 directly in their bank account
under the assistance. It was distributed on the occasion of Nuakhai, the Harvesting festival of Odisha.
45. Which Indian city was ranked second in the Asia Pacific region in the top tech hubs list?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Mumbai
[C] Chennai
[D] Hyderabad
Answer: Bengaluru
According to a report by Cushman and Wakefield, Bengaluru ranked second in the Asia Pacific region in
the top tech hubs list and is only behind China's Beijing. The report titled ‘Tech Cities: The Global
Intersection of Talent and Real Estate’, studied 115 different ‘tech cities’ across the globe. Three other
Indian cities, Chennai, Delhi and Hyderabad were in the next three ranks. Mumbai and Pune were at
eighth and ninth position in a list of 14 cities from the APAC.
46. Liz Truss was named as the new Prime Minister of which country?
[A] France
[B] Australia
[C] United Kingdom
[D] Germany
Answer: United Kingdom
Leader of the Conservative Party Liz Truss was named as the new Prime Minister of the United Kingdom.
The 47-year old leaderbeat her rival, former finance minister Rishi Sunak in an internal leadership
contest of the ruling Conservative party, after Boris Johnson's resignation in July. Liz Truss will be only
the UK's third female Prime Minister following Theresa May and Margaret Thatcher.
47. What is the name of the mascot for the 36th National Games Ahmedabad?
[A] Sher
[B] Savaj
[C] Vikas
[D] Leo
Answer: Savaj
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched the mascot and the anthem for the 36th National Games in
Ahmedabad. The mascot is named as ‘Savaj’ which means cub in Gujarati. The theme of the anthem is
‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’. The National Games will be organised from September 29 to October 12,
across six cities in the state.
48. Which is the first country to approve needle-free, inhaled version of Covid-19 vaccine?
[A] USA
[B] China
[C] Russia
[D] Israel
Answer: China
China became the first country to approve a needle-free, inhaled version of a Covid-19 vaccine made by
Tianjin-based CanSino Biologics. China approved CanSino’s Ad5-nCoV for emergency use as a booster
vaccine. The inhaled version can stimulate cellular immunity and induce mucosal immunity to boost
protection without intramuscular injection.
49. Kwe, which was seen in the news, is a variety of which fruit?
[A] Apple
[B] Pine apple
[C] Mango
[D] Grapes
Answer: Pine apple
Agricultural & Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA) organised an in-store
export promotion programme in Dubai, UAE for Manipur’s pineapples. The ‘in-store promotion show’ of
organic and fibre-rich Kwe variety of pineapples from Manipur, was organized Dubai in association with
Manipur Organic Mission Agency (MOMA) of Government of Manipur. The programme aims to harness
the export potential of naturally grown, organic certified fresh pineapples of North-Eastern Region (NER).
50. Kurki, a process of attaching farmers land in case of loan default, is practised in which
state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Haryana
[C] Punjab
[D] Assam
Answer: Punjab
Kurki is a process of attachment of a farmer’s land, pledged to the money lending institution or
individual, in case of a loan default. Kurki orders are executed under Section 60 of Civil Procedure Code,
1908. A 65-year-old farmer, from Punjab recently died by suicide against kurki orders for his land based
on a court case filed against him by the local moneylender for defaulting on loan payment.
51. When is the ‘International Day of Charity’ celebrated every year?
[A] September 2
[B] September 4
[C] September 5
[D] September 7
Answer: September 5
Every year on 5 September, the International Day of Charity is observed to mark the death anniversary of
Mother Teresa. She was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1979 for her efforts in social service and
fight against poverty. International Day of Charity was created with the aim of inspiring people to engage
in charitable and volunteering work.
52. Which country has declared a war against floppy disks?
[A] China
[B] Japan
[C] UAE
[D] India
Answer: Japan
Japan’s government has recently declared a war on floppy disks. Japan’s Digital ministry has announced
that it will do away with floppy disks and other outdated technology to modernise its bureaucracy. The
magnetic storage disks became obsolete and were phased out globally decades ago. Japan has
announced to move administrative procedures online. Used between 1970s and 1990s, a floppy disk is a
removable disk storage device used to save computer data and programmes.
53. Which company has unveiled India’s first Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) fuelled green
truck?
[A] Greenko
[B] Switch Mobility
[C] Blue Energy
[D] Larsen and Toubro
Answer: Blue Energy
Blue Energy, a start-up backed by a Singapore-based firm, unveiled India’s first Liquefied Natural Gas
(LNG) fuelled green truck near Pune. Union Minister of Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari
inaugurated the green truck facility which has an installed capacity of 10,000 trucks annually.
54. Who is the author of the book titled ‘The India Way: Strategies for an Uncertain
World’?
[A] Narendra Modi
[B] S Jaishankar
[C] Arun Jaitley
[D] Raghuram Rajan
Answer: S Jaishankar
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar recently launched the Gujarati translation of his book, “The India
Way: Strategies for an Uncertain World” in Gujarat. The original version of the book in English was
launched in the year 2020. India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar seeks to address the question
of ‘what should be the direction of India’s foreign policy as the global order changes?’ in the book.
55. Cyrus Mistry, who passed away recently, was associated with which field?
[A] Politics
[B] Business
[C] Sports
[D] Literature
Answer: Business
Cyrus Mistry, the 54-year-old former chairman of Tata Sons, has died in a road accident. Mistry was the
sixth chairman of the Tata group and the second not named Tata He was removed as chairman of Tata
Sons, the holding company of the Tata conglomerate, after India’s top court ruled in Tata Group’s favour.
The Shapoorji Pallonji (SP) Group, founded by Mistry’s father, currently holds a near 18 percent stake in
Tata group.
56. Which cities have joined the UNESCO Global Network of Learning Cities?
[A] Warangal, Thrissur and Nilambur
[B] Mysuru, Varanasi and Jaipur
[C] Kochi, Mysuru and Varanasi
[D] Kanchipuram, Dolavira and Mysuru
Answer: Warangal, Thrissur and Nilambur
Warangal from Telangana and Thrissur and Nilambur from Kerala have joined the UNESCO Global
Network of Learning Cities (GNLC). 77 cities from 44 countries joined the list recently, which includes
294 cities from all around the world. The cities have been included in recognition of their outstanding
efforts to promote lifelong learning across their communities at local level.
57. ‘Indira Gandhi Shehari Rojgar Guarantee Yojana’ is an initiative of which state/UT?
[A] Chhattisgarh
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Punjab
[D] New Delhi
Answer: Rajasthan
Rajasthan is set to launch the country’s first employment guarantee scheme for the urban poor named
Indira Gandhi Shehari Rojgar Guarantee Yojana. It will start on September 9th with a budget of Rs 800
crore. The scheme aims to provide 100 days of guaranteed employment to the urban poor, especially
those who lost their jobs during the Covid-19 pandemic.
58. What is the theme of the ‘International Day of Clean Air for blue skies’ celebrated?
[A] Clean Air for Clean Earth
[B] The Air We Share
[C] Clean Air for All
[D] Leaving No one behind
Answer: The Air We Share
The third International Day of Clean Air for blue skies is held on 7 September 2022, under the theme of
‘The Air We Share’. It focuses on the trans-boundary nature of air pollution highlighting the need for
collective action. The 74th session of the United Nations (UN) General Assembly adopted a resolution
designating 7 September as the ‘International Day of Clean Air for blue skies’.
59. Which state’s education department has launched an e-governance portal named
‘Samarth’?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Telangana
[D] Odisha
Answer: Uttarakhand
The Uttarakhand education department recently launched an e-governance portal named ‘Samarth’, to
make the education system more transparent in the state. The portal will provide all administrative and
educational updates including information about entrance exams, salary, appointments from state
universities and public schools.
60. Aravindh Chithambaram, who was seen in the news, plays which sports?
[A] Squash
[B] Badminton
[C] Chess
[D] Table Tennis
Answer: Chess
Grandmaster Aravindh Chithambaram recently became champion in the 22nd Dubai Open chess
tournament. Seven Indians finished in the top 10 while R Praggnanandhaa shared the second spot with
five others including Abhijeet Gupta, Jaykumar Sammed Shete and S P Sethuraman.
61. The space consortium of HAL and which company has won the contract for next 5
Polar Satellite Launch Vehicles (PSLVs)?
[A] Boeing
[B] Air Bus
[C] Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
[D] Tata Engineering
Answer: Larsen & Toubro (L&T)
A space consortium formed by Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) and Larsen & Toubro (L&T) was awarded
the contract for the next five Polar Satellite Launch Vehicles (PSLVs). The consortium bagged a Rs 860-
crore contract for end-to-end realisation of five PSLVs over a period of four years from NewsSpace India
(NSIL). This was announced during the inaugural session of the 7th Bengaluru Space Expo 2022.
62. Which country is the host of ‘Gastech Milan-2022’ program?
[A] Spain
[B] Italy
[C] Portugal
[D] France
Answer: Italy
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri will lead an official and business
delegation to Milan, Italy to attend the Gastech Milan-2022. Gastech is the World’s largest gathering
focussed on LNG as a bridge fuel will bring together Ministers and CEOs to discuss evolving energy
landscape and sustainable energy transition. The Minister will chair the panel discussion on sustainable
future of India’s energy industry.
63. Augusto Pinochet, who is seen in the news, was the former President of which
country?
[A] Ukraine
[B] Russia
[C] Chile
[D] Japan
Answer: Chile
A majority 61.9 percent of Chileans voted against the proposed new constitution. It was set to replace
the ruling constitution written in 1980 during the dictatorship of conservative President Augusto
Pinochet. In 2019, millions of Chileans took to the streets to march against the rising costs of living and
inequalities. 36 year old Gabriel Boric was sworn in as the new President of Chile. The new proposal was
claimed as feminist, ecological and progressive.
64. Who is the head of the ‘Committee for drafting of the national cooperative policy
document’?
[A] Amit Shah
[B] Suresh Prabhu
[C] L K Advani
[D] Murli Manohar Joshi
Answer: Suresh Prabhu
The Union Cooperative Ministry announced the constitution of a committee for drafting of the national
cooperative policy document. The 47-member committee will be headed by former Union Minister
Suresh Prabhu. The existing National Policy on Cooperatives was formulated in 2002. At present, India
has around 8.5 lakh co-operative societies with a member base of around 29 crore.
65. As of March 2022, what is India's external debt, as per the Finance Ministry’s data?
[A] USD 220 billion
[B] USD 420 billion
[C] USD 620 billion
[D] USD 820 billion
Answer: USD 620 billion
India's external debt rose by 8.2 per cent year-on-year to USD 620.7 billion as of March 2022, as per the
Union Finance Ministry’s ‘Status Report on India's External Debt 2021-22’. While 53.2 per cent of the debt
was denominated in the US dollar, Indian rupee-denominated debt was the second largest, which was
estimated at 31.2 per cent. External debt as a ratio to GDP was 19.9 per cent, while reserves to external
debt ratio were 97.8 per cent.
66. Which country inaugurated Maitree Super Thermal Power Project, constructed under
India’s concessional financing scheme?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Bangladesh
[C] Nepal
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Bangladesh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi and Bangladesh Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina jointly unveiled Unit-I of the
Maitree Super Thermal Power Project. The project is being constructed under India’s concessional
financing scheme. It will add 1320 MW to Bangladesh’s National Grid. Seven agreements, including on
water resources, railways, science and technology, space technology were exchanged between the
Prime Ministers.
67. Which company developed iNCOVACC, India's first intra-nasal Corona vaccine?
[A] BioCon
[B] Dr Reddy’s Lab
[C] Bharat Biotech
[D] Serum Institute of India
Answer: Bharat Biotech
The Drugs Controller General of India (DCGI) approved the country’s first intra-nasal Covid-19 vaccine for
restricted emergency use in those aged above 18 years. The vaccine named ‘iNCOVACC’ was developed
by Bharat Biotech and it is the only the second such vaccine in the world after CanSino Biologics’
vaccine in China, to get regulatory approval. iNCOVACC is a chimpanzee adenovirus vectored
recombinant nasal vaccine that has been formulated to allow delivery through nasal drops.
68. India conducted a Cyber Security Exercise part of the International Counter Ransom
ware Initiative, in collaboration with which country?
[A] Japan
[B] France
[C] UK
[D] Australia
Answer: UK
India’s National Security Council Secretariat (NSCS) and the UK Government in collaboration with BAE
Systems successfully conducted the Cyber Security Exercise for 26 Countries. The exercise has been
conducted as part of the International Counter Ransom ware Initiative- Resilience Working Group, which
is being led by India under the leadership of National Cyber Security Coordinator (NCSC).
69. NITI Aayog held a Dialogue of Development Cooperation with BMZ, based in which
country?
[A] France
[B] Germany
[C] Russia
[D] Japan
Answer: Germany
NITI Aayog and German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) held the
inaugural NITI-BMZ Dialogue of Development Cooperation via video conferencing. Earlier in May, India
and Germany signed a Joint Declaration of Intent on Partnership for Green and Sustainable Development
(GSDP). In June 2022, India and G7 had agreed to work towards a Just Energy Transition Partnership
(JETP).
70. Nilivurallu and Chaya Someshwaralayam, which were proposed for UNESCO Heritage
tag, are located in which state?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Punjab
[C] Gujarat
[D] Telangana
Answer: Telangana
Telangana has proposed two monuments with architectural magnificence for UNESCO World Heritage
tag. The Nilivurallu megalithic burial site and Chaya Someshwaralayam were proposed for the
recognition. The state has already achieved the World Heritage tag for the Kakatiya Rudreshwara temple
(Ramappa temple).
71. Which state/UT announced a ban on production, sale and use of all types of
firecrackers till January 1, 2023?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] New Delhi
[C] Sikkim
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Answer: New Delhi
Delhi environment minister Gopal Rai announced that the ban on production, sale and use of all types of
firecrackers will be extended till January 1, 2023. The decision has been taken to contain the pollution
during the festival season. The ban has been also been extended to online sale of firecrackers. An
action plan is set to be drawn to ensure strict enforcement of the ban. The AAP also launched the
'patakhe nahi diye jalao' campaign to create awareness against bursting of firecrackers.
72. Which institution launched the ‘Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology
(WEST)’ initiative?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser
[C] DRDO
[D] ISRO
Answer: Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser
Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India launched an initiative called
‘Women in Engineering, Science, and Technology (WEST)’. It is a new I-STEM (Indian Science Technology
and Engineering facilities Map) initiative. It aims to cater to women with a STEM background and
empower them to contribute to the science, technology, and innovation ecosystem. I-STEM is a national
web portal for sharing research equipment and facilities.
73. Which state bagged the International Tourism award for ‘best destination for culture’?
[A] Kerala
[B] West Bengal
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Jammu and Kashmir
Answer: West Bengal
The Pacific Area Travel Writers Association, an affiliate of the UN World Tourism Organization, will
confer West Bengal with the International Travel Award 2023 for ‘Best Destination for Culture’. The
award will be presented in Berlin at the World Tourism and Aviation Leaders’ Summit. The UNESCO
heritage status was earlier conferred to West Bengal’s Durga Puja. Teh West Bengal Chief Minister
Mamata Banerjee earlier went to the UN to receive appreciation for the ‘Kanyashree’ welfare scheme.
74. Which Indian state/UT launched the ‘CHHATA’ scheme?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Gujarat
[C] Punjab
[D] Odisha
Answer: Odisha
The Odisha state’s Water resources department has notified the Community Harnessing and Harvesting
Rainwater Artificially from Terrace to Aquifer (CHHATA) scheme. It was recently approved by the state
cabinet at an investment of Rs 270 crore. The scheme aims to address the increasing stress on
groundwater and to improve depleting groundwater table. A target has been set to harvest 373.52 crore
litres of water in five years.
75. Which Indian bank launched a 'Rainbow Savings Account' exclusively for the
transgender community?
[A] ESAF Small Finance Bank
[B] AU Small Finance Bank
[C] Yes Bank
[D] Kotak Mahindra Bank
Answer: ESAF Small Finance Bank
ESAF Small Finance Bank launched a 'Rainbow Savings Account' exclusively for the transgender
community. The account hosts a lot of features, including high savings rate and advanced debit card
facilities. The Kerala-based institution was founded as a small finance bank in 2017.
76. Which state launched ‘Pudhumai Penn Scheme’, to provide monthly financial
assistance for female students to complete UG programmes?
[A] Odisha
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Karnataka
[D] Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu government launched the Moovalur Ramamirtham Ammaiyar Higher Education
Assurance Scheme, also known as the ‘Pudhumai Pen Scheme’. It provides a monthly grant of Rs 1,000
to female students to pursue a bachelor’s degree, diploma, ITI, or any other recognised course. Those
who attended government schools from Class 6 to 12 will be eligible for the financial aid.
77. As per the policy for long-term leasing of railway land for PM Gati Shakti, what is the
tenure up to which land lease is provided?
[A] 10
[B] 15
[C] 25
[D] 35
Answer: 35
The Union Cabinet approved a policy for long-term leasing of railway land for the PM Gati Shakti
programme. The new policy will facilitate to provide land lease for a longer period of up to 35 years as
against five years at present. The new policy will enable the development of infrastructure and more
cargo terminals. It has also cut down land lease fee from 6 percent to 1.5 percent.
78. The Indian Government has prepared an action plan for facilitation of special rupee
accounts for trade settlements, with which institution?
[A] SEBI
[B] RBI
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] BSE
Answer: RBI
The Indian Government, along with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has prepared an action plan for
facilitation of special rupee accounts for trade settlements. Banks are asked to speed up the process of
opening special rupee vostro accounts (SRVA) of correspondent banks of partner trading countries. This
aims to promote cross-border trade in rupees instead of the US dollar.
79. Mohenjo Daro, the UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in which country?
[A] India
[B] Afghanistan
[C] Pakistan
[D] Kazakhstan
Answer: Pakistan
A UNESCO World Heritage Site, the ruins of Mohenjo Daro is located in southern Sindh province of
Pakistan near the Indus River. An unprecedented monsoon season has killed hundreds of people in
Pakistan and this condition has posed a threat to the archeological site of Mohenjo Daro dating back
4,500 years, which were discovered in 1922.
80. Jhabua power plant, which was recently acquired by NTPC, is located in which state?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Punjab
[D] Chhattisgarh
Answer: Madhya Pradesh
India’s largest integrated power producer NTPC has successfully acquired Jhabua Power Limited (JPL)
through Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process for Rs 925 crore. The process initiated by National
Company Law Tribunal, Kolkata, (NCLT). This is the first acquisition of a power asset by NTPC through
NCLT route. JPL has an operational thermal power capacity of 600 MW located in Madhya Pradesh.
81. Which city hosted the inaugural ‘Shikshak Parv Conclave’?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] New Delhi
[C] Varanasi
[D] Gandhi Nagar
Answer: New Delhi
Shikshak Parv is being to felicitate the Teachers and to take National Education Policy 2020 forward.
The beginning of Shikshak Parv was marked with an inaugural conclave organised by Ministry of
Education, CBSE, AICTE and Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in New Delhi. During the
occasion, ‘Report on National Mental Health Survey’, ‘ National Foundational Literacy and Numeracy
Study report’ and ‘Screening Tools Mobile App for Specific Learning Disabilities- Prashast’ were
launched.
82. Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away recently, was the monarch of Britan for how
many years?
[A] 30
[B] 45
[C] 60
[D] 70
Answer: 70
Queen Elizabeth II, who passed away recently at the age of 96, ascended the royal Britain throne in the
year 1952. As of now, she is the longest serving monarch, who reigned for 70 years. The Queen became
the UK's longest-serving monarch in 2015, when she surpassed the record of Queen Victoria, who had
ruled from 1837 to 1901. Her eldest son, Charles, succeeds her on the throne as King Charles III.
83. Which Indian state/UT hosts the Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Odisha
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Tamil Nadu
Answer: Odisha
The Hockey Men’s World Cup 2023 will take place at the Kalinga Stadium in Bhubaneshwar and at the
Bisra Munda Stadium in Rourkela in January, 2023. The draw of the tournament was held recently in
Bhubaneswar. Belgium is the reigning champion of the world cup, as it defeated Netherlands in 2018 to
win its first ever title. The 16 participating teams, including India, Japan, England and Australia, will be
divided among four pools.
84. Which sportsperson of India recently became ‘Diamond League Champion’?
[A] P V Sindhu
[B] Neeraj Chopra
[C] H S Prannoy
[D] Hima Das
Answer: Neeraj Chopra
Neeraj Chopra created history when he became the first Diamond Trophy winner from India, with a throw
of 88.44 metre. Chopra had earlier won the Lausanne Diamond League with an 89.08-meter throw. He
recorded 89.30m at Paavo Nurmi Games, while he clinched a historic silver medal at the World
Championships in July.
85. Which businessperson was ranked first in the Fortune India’s list of ‘India’s Richest’ for
2022?
[A] Mukesh Ambani
[B] Gautam Adani
[C] Cyrus Poonawala
[D] Adi Godrej
Answer: Gautam Adani
According to a Fortune India’s list of ‘India’s Richest’ for 2022, Gautam Adani was ranked first with the
wealth of Rs 10.29 trillion. The wealth of 142 billionaires based in India is collectively worth USD 832
billion (Rs 66.36 trillion). Asia's richest man Gautam Adani recently overtook Amazon founder Jeff
Bezos to become the third richest person in the world, according to Forbes real-time billionaires list.
86. WHO launched a USD 1.5 billion campaign to include a vaccine for which disease
across Africa by 2030?
[A] Bacterial meningitis
[B] Covid-19
[C] Polio
[D] Hepatitis
Answer: Bacterial meningitis
The World Health Organisation has launched a USD 1.5 billion campaign, to include a new vaccine, to
eliminate outbreaks of bacterial meningitis across Africa by 2030. WHO hopes to authorize the vaccine
by the first quarter of 2023, which would enable donors to buy it for Africa. Due to the COVID-19
pandemic, Meningitis vaccinations for more than 50 million children in Africa have been delayed.
87. India signed a MoU with which country on mutual recognition of academic
qualifications?
[A] USA
[B] UK
[C] Australia
[D] France
Answer: UK
The Union Cabinet granted ex post facto approval for the Memorandum of Understanding between India
and the United Kingdom on mutual recognition of academic qualifications. Mutual Recognition of
Qualifications between India and UK aims to promote academic collaboration and student mobility.
88. Which city is the host of second India-Japan 2+2 Dialogue in 2022?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Tokyo
[C] Gandhi Nagar
[D] Osaka
Answer: Tokyo
The second India-Japan 2+2 Dialogue was recently in Tokyo. It was attended by Defence Minister
Rajnath Singh and External Affairs Minister Dr S Jaishankar along with their counterparts. Both sides re-
affirmed their resolve to make India-Japan ties more robust and complementary, while respecting
sovereignty and territorial integrity of nations.
89. Where was the ‘National Conference of State Cooperation Ministers’ held in India?
[A] Pune
[B] Gandhi Nagar
[C] Varanasi
[D] New Delhi
Answer: New Delhi
Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah inaugurated a two day National Conference of State
Cooperation Ministers in New Delhi. Cooperation Ministers and representatives from 36 State
Governments and Union Territories will attend the Conference. The conference will provide a platform
to formulate an implementable policy through discussion and coordination among participants.
90. Volker Turk, who was appointed as the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, is
from which country?

[A] Turkey
[B] Austria
[C] USA
[D] UK
Answer: Austria
The United Nations General Assembly has approved the appointment of Austrian diplomat Volker Turk
as the new UN High Commissioner for Human Rights. He replaces former Commissioner Michelle
Bachelet. Volker Turk had previously served with the UN refugee agency in various countries including
Malaysia, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and Kuwait.
91. When is the World EV (Electric Vehicle) Day marked?
[A] September 4
[B] September 6
[C] September 9
[D] September 12
Answer: September 9
September 9 is observed as World EV (Electric Vehicle) Day to highlight the importance of clean mobility
across the globe. The year of the pandemic was the first year when the World EV Day was celebrated. As
per reports, China has sold more EVs in the year 2021 that the rest of the world combined. China is also
projected to be the world leader in terms of electric vehicle production over the next few years.
92. Which country conferred merit service medal to India’s former Navy Chief Admiral
Sunil Lanba?
[A] Australia
[B] Japan
[C] Singapore
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: Singapore
Former Navy Chief Admiral Sunil Lanba (retd) has been conferred with the prestigious Pingat Jasa
Gemilang (Tentera) honour by the President of Singapore Halimah Yacob. It is also called the
Meritorious Service Medal (Military). During the tenure of Admiral Lanba, the Indian Navy hosted the
25th edition of the Singapore-India Maritime Bilateral Exercise (SIMBEX) at Visakhapatnam in 2018.
93. Which state is the host of first ‘National Conference on Sustainable Coastal
Management in India’?
[A] Goa
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Odisha
[D] Kerala
Answer: Odisha
Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bhupender Yadav inaugurated the first
National Conference on Sustainable Coastal Management in India in Bhubaneswar, Odisha. The
Conference was focused on enhancing climate resilience of India’s coastal communities. It was
attended by officials from all 13 coastal states of India with focus on the three interrelated themes of
coastal and marine biodiversity, climate mitigation and adaptation and coastal pollution.
94. Indian Army and Indian Air Force conducted a Joint Exercise named ‘Gagan Strike’ in
which state?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Uttarakhand
[C] Sikkim
[D] Punjab
Answer: Punjab
Indian Army’s Kharga Corps and Indian Air Force conducted a Joint Exercise named ‘Gagan Strike’ over a
period of four days in several areas of Punjab. The army announced that the operation validated the
Apache 64E and Advanced Light Helicopter WSI as potent weapon delivery platforms. Attack helicopters
were employed as the aerial arm of manoeuvre in support of ground forces, during the exercise.
95. iForest Forum released a report on air quality management in India, in association with
which organsaition?
[A] UNEP
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] World Bank
[D] World Economic Forum
Answer: World Bank
A report has been prepared by the International Forum for Environment, Sustainability & Technology
(iForest) with the support of the World Bank Group. As per the report, India needs to train at least 10
lakh people in the next five years for air quality management and 2.2 million jobs are required to manage
air pollution in the country. It highlights the need of a national-level programme for capacity building to
effectively tackle the problem of air pollution.
96. Operation London Bridge, which was seen in the news, is associated with which field?
[A] BREXIT
[B] Russia-Ukraine Crisis
[C] Plan to deal with monarch’s death
[D] India-UK Trade
Answer: Plan to deal with monarch’s death
The plan to deal with the death of the head of state in Britain was termed Operation London Bridge.
Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96 after reigning for 70 years. The plan lists the procedures that
explain moments after her death and culminate with her funeral 10 days later. The part of the plan for
her death at her castle in Scotland was codenamed ‘Operation Unicorn’.
97. When is the ‘National Forest Martyrs Day’ observed in India?
[A] September 5
[B] September 7
[C] September 11
[D] September 13
Answer: September 11
‘National Forest Martyrs Day’ is observed on September 11 to pay tribute to the people who sacrificed
their lives to protect forests and wildlife. In 2013, Union Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate
Change declared that the day in honour of forests and those who work to protect them. It was on the
same day in 1730, the infamous Khejarli massacre took place, where Bishnoi community offered their
lives to save Khejarli trees from being cut down.
98. Aaron Finch, who announced retirement from international cricket, is a famous player
from which country?
[A] England
[B] Australia
[C] South Africa
[D] New Zealand
Answer: Australia
Australia Captain Aaron Finch announced his retirement from one-day international cricket. Finch has
represented Australia in the 145 ODIs. Finch will continue to captain the Australian team in this year's
ICC T20 World Cup. His career includes over 5400 runs with 17 centuries. He made his debut against Sri
Lanka in 2013 and smashed his maiden hundred against Scotland, scoring 148 runs.
99. Where was the International Dairy Federation World Dairy Summit (IDF WDS) 2022
held?
[A] Varanasi
[B] Greater Noida
[C] Amritsar
[D] Nainital
Answer: Greater Noida
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the International Dairy Federation World Dairy Summit (IDF
WDS) 2022 in Greater Noida. Indian dairy industry accounts for about 23% of global milk, producing
around 210 million tonnes annually. Various schemes have led to an increase of milk production by
more than 44% in the last eight years.
100. India recently pulled out of which pillar of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework
(IPEF)?
[A] Fair Economy Pillar
[B] Trade Pillar
[C] Clean Economy Pillar
[D] Supply Chains Pillar
Answer: Trade Pillar
India pulled out of the trade-related negotiations of the United States-led Indo-Pacific Economic
Framework (IPEF). Union Commerce and Industry Minister Piyush Goyal confirmed India's decision of
not joining the trade pillar of IPEF. The IPEF Ministerial Meet was recently hosted by the United States.
101. Which month is observed as ‘International PCOS Awareness Month.’?
[A] August
[B] September
[C] October
[D] January
Answer: September
The month of September is recognized as International PCOS Awareness Month. Polycystic ovary
syndrome (PCOS) is a common hormonal disorder in women, which is also a cause of female infertility.
PCOS is caused by a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Globally, three to four women
out of 10 women suffer from the disorder.
102. What is the theme of the ‘World First Aid Day 2022’?
[A] Leaving No one behind
[B] Lifelong First Aid
[C] Learning First Aid
[D] First Aid; Second Life
Answer: Lifelong First Aid
‘World First Aid Day 2022’ is celebrated every year on the second Saturday of September. This year,
World First Aid Day 2022 falls on 10 September 2022 and is celebrated under the theme 'Lifelong First
Aid'. The day is observed to promote the significance of first aid and create awareness on a global level
about how it can save precious lives.
103. Which state/UT held the ‘UCI MTB Eliminator World Cup’ international cycling event?
[A] Dehradun
[B] Ladakh
[C] Goa
[D] Bengaluru
Answer: Ladakh
The first-ever UCI MTB Eliminator World Cup international cycling event was held in Ladakh, in
collaboration with the Cycle Federation of India and Ladakh Police. The international cycling event was
held at Leh. City Mountain Bike is the Official Host of the UCI MTB Eliminator World Cup and the UCI
MTB Eliminator World Championships.
104. When is the ‘United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation’ observed?
[A] September 4
[B] September 8
[C] September 12
[D] September 16
‘United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation’ is observed on September 12 every year. United
Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC) promotes and facilitates South-South and
triangular cooperation for development. South-South cooperation refers to solidarity among peoples and
countries of the South that contributes to their national well-being, national and collective self-reliance
and the attainment of internationally agreed development goals.
105. Which state/UT launched ‘Mukhyamantri Govansh Mobile Chikitsa Yojana’?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Chhattisgarh
[C] Madhya Pradesh
[D] Haryana
Answer: Chhattisgarh
The Chhattisgarh government launched a ‘Mukhyamantri Govansh Mobile Chikitsa Yojana’ for mobile
veterinary units to provide medical aid to cattle. In the first stage, one or two mobile veterinary units with
veterinarians will be provided in each district. The state has been implementing ‘Mukhyamantri Slum
Swasthya Yojana’ in urban areas and ‘Mukhyamantri Haat-Bazaar Clinic Yojna’ in rural areas.
106. Which city is the host of ‘International conference on ‘Green Ship Recycling and
Vehicle Scrapping’?
[A] Gandhinagar
[B] Mumbai
[C] Chennai
[D] Panaji
Answer: Gandhinagar
Union Ministry of Shipping, Ports and Waterways, along with Gujarat Maritime Board and FICCI, will
organise an ‘International Conference on ‘Green Ship Recycling and Vehicle Scrapping’ in Gandhinagar. It
aims to showcase the status of the ship recycling industry and explore synergies of ship recycling
industry with the vehicle scrapping industry.
107. Which is the first institution in India to join IBM Quantum Network?
[A] IIT Bombay
[B] IIM Ahmedabad
[C] IIM Bengaluru
[D] IIT Madras
Answer: IIT Madras
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-Madras) has become the first Indian educational institute
to join the New York-based IBM Quantum Network. This collaboration between IIT-M and IBM will benefit
researchers from IIT Madras in research in the field of applied quantum computing with industry support
from IBM Research India.
108. FAO and World Food Program warned recently about acute food insecurity in which
neighbouring country of India?
[A] Myanmar
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Nepal
[D] Afghanistan
Answer: Sri Lanka
The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the World Food Programme (WFP) warned in a new
report that around 6.3 million people in Sri Lanka are facing moderate to severe acute food insecurity.
Crop and Food Security Assessment Mission (CFSAM) report also warned that their situation is
expected to worsen if adequate life-saving assistance and livelihood support is not provided.
109. India is set to re-introduce Cheetahs from Namibia in which National Park?
[A] Kuno Palpur National Park
[B] Jim Corbett National Park
[C] Ranthambore National Park
[D] Kaziranga National Park
Answer: Kuno Palpur National Park
India is set to re-introduce Cheetahs from South Africa’s Namibia in Madhya Pradesh's Kuno Palpur
National Park. After the Cheetahs arrive in the National Park, they will stay in smaller enclosures during
the quarantine phase before being shifted to the bigger ones. Cheetahs went extinct in India in 1952 and
the 'African Cheetah Introduction Project in India' was started in 2009.
110. What is the share of government health expenditure in GDP in 2018-19?
[A] 0.85 %
[B] 1.01 %
[C] 1.28 %
[D] 2.0 %
Answer: 1.28 %
As per the findings of the National Health Accounts (NHA) Estimates for India for 2018-19, there has
been an increase in the share of government health expenditure in the total GDP of the country. The
share has increased from 1.15% in 2013-14 to 1.28% in 2018-19. In 2017-18, it was at 1.35 %. The share
of Government Health Expenditure in Total Health Expenditure has also increased in 2018-19 at 40.6%.
111. Which country launched ‘ARPA-H (Advanced Research Projects Agencies for Health)’
to reduce Cancer deaths?
[A] Japan
[B] USA
[C] Australia
[D] France
Answer: USA
US President Joe Biden has announced an ambitious plan to reduce cancer deaths in the United States.
A new agency named ‘ARPA-H, Advanced Research Projects Agencies for Health’ regarding the plan.
Cancer is the second most cause of death in the country after heart disease. ARPA-H aims to prevent,
detect, and treat diseases including Cancer, Alzheimer's, diabetes, and other diseases.
112. Which is the first bank in India to issue an electronic bank guarantee (e-BG)?
[A] State Bank of India
[B] ICICI Bank
[C] HDFC Bank
[D] Axis Bank
Answer: HDFC Bank
India’s largest private sector bank HDFC Bank became the first bank in the country to issue an electronic
bank guarantee (e-BG) in partnership with National E-Governance Services Ltd. Issuing bank guarantee
was a paper based and time-consuming process. It has been eliminated with the new electronic
guarantees that can be processed, verified and delivered instantly with increased security.
113. Which country hosted the ‘Exercise Pitch Black 22’ multilateral defence exercise?
[A] Japan
[B] France
[C] USA
[D] Australia
Answer: Australia
Exercise Pitch Black 22 was hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force for a duration of three weeks. It
included participation of 17 Air Forces and over 2500 military personnel. The Indian Air Force
contingent, which also participated in the multinational exercise, included four Su-30 MKI & two C-17
aircraft.
114. When is the ‘Hindi Diwas or National Hindi Day’ celebrated in India?
[A] September 10
[B] September 12
[C] September 14
[D] September 18
‘Hindi Diwas or National Hindi Day’ is celebrated every year on September 14 to mark the adaptation of
Hindi (written in Devanagari script) as the official language by the Constituent Assembly on September
14, 1949. World Hindi Day 2020 is observed on January 10. The day commemorates the anniversary of
the first World Hindi Conference held in Nagpur of January 10, 1975.
115. Which state is set to provide unique Farm ID as well as Family ID to the people of the
state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Odisha
[D] Telangana
Answer: Uttar Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh government is set to provide a unique farm ID similar to Aadhar number to the farmers,
which will be linked with Aadhar to provide benefits of all government schemes. Uttar Pradesh
government will also start providing Family ID. Those families, who are not getting any kind of benefits,
will be brought into the ambit of this scheme.
116. Which country holds the Presidency of G20 in 2023?
[A] Japan
[B] India
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Australia
Answer: India
India will hold the Presidency of G20 in 2023 starting from December 2022. Ministry of External Affairs
(MEA) said that India has decided to invited Bangladesh, Egypt, Mauritius, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman,
Singapore, Spain and UAE as Guest Countries. Chairs of International Solar Alliance (ISA), CDRI and ADB
will be included as Guests. The G20 Leaders' Summit at the level of Heads of State / Government is
scheduled to be held in New Delhi.
117. MeitY Startup Hub (MSH) partnered with which company to launch ‘XR Startup
Program’?
[A] Amazon
[B] Apple
[C] Meta
[D] IBM
Answer: Meta
MeitY Startup Hub (MSH), an initiative of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY),
and Meta, announced the launch of an accelerator programme to accelerate XR technology startups
across India. The ‘XR Startup Program’ will support 40 early-stage start-ups working in XR technologies
including Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) with a grant of Rs 20 lakhs each
118. Which planet disappeared from sight on September 14, due to a phenomenon called
‘Lunar occultation’?
[A] Mercury
[B] Venus
[C] Uranus
[D] Saturn
Answer: Uranus
The sixth planet from the sun, Uranus appeared to pass directly behind Earth's moon, going out of sight
for three and a half hours. The disappearing act is also known as the lunar occultation of Uranus. Only
viewers in Europe, northern Africa and western Asia were at the exact right angle to see the
phenomenon.
119. Which institution launched the guidelines to identify mental health children in school
going children?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Union Health Ministry
[C] NCERT
[D] National Testing Agency
Answer: NCERT
National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) released the guidelines for ‘Early
identification and intervention for mental health problems in school going children and adolescents’.
The guidelines include setting up of a mental health advisory panel, school based mental health
programme and pedagogical support to ensure mental well- being of students and engaging parents.
120. Who won the best actor and actress title in Drama Series in the Emmy Awards 2022?
[A] Lee Jung-jae and Zendaya
[B] Will Smith and Zendaya
[C] Brett Goldstein and Zendaya
[D] Will Smith and Gillian Anderson
Answer: Lee Jung-jae and Zendaya
The Emmy Awards 2022 Awarding Ceremony was held recently in Los Angeles. Lead Actor in a Drama
Series title was won by Lee Jung-jae, Squid Game while the Lead actress in the same category was won
by Zendaya for Euphoria. Hwang Dong-hyuk won the directing Emmy for the dystopian Korean thriller,
Squid Game. Jason Sudeikis won Best Actor in Comedy Series for Apple’s show Ted Lasso.
121. Which company has launched ‘High throughput satellite (HTS)’ broadband internet
service in association with ISRO?
[A] Bharti Airtel
[B] Jio Infocom
[C] Vi
[D] Hughes Communications India
Answer: Hughes Communications India
Hughes Communications India (HCI) in collaboration with the Indian Space Research Organization
(ISRO) officially launched its first high throughput satellite (HTS) broadband internet service in the
country. Through the HTS technology, the company is already providing assistance to the Indian Army,
and paramilitary forces along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) and other remote border outposts. High-
throughput Satellite increases capacity while simultaneously reducing the cost per bit.
122. India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has partnered with which social media platform to
promote financial literacy?
[A] Twitter
[B] Koo
[C] Facebook
[D] Instagram
Answer: Koo
India Post Payments Bank has partnered with Koo to promote financial literacy in tier-2, tier-3 cities and
remote cities The partnership with Indian micro-blogging platform Koo, aims to promote financial
literacy in remote cities. Koo is a multilingual platform that allows users to communicate in 10
languages.
123. Which institutions organised the ‘India-Africa Growth Partnership conclave’?
[A] Exim Bank- CII
[B] RBI- CII
[C] NABARD- CII
[D] SEBI- FICCI
Answer: Exim Bank- CII
The ‘India-Africa Growth Partnership conclave’ was jointly organised by the Confederation of Indian
Industry (CII) and Exim Bank. Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurated the conclave and announced that
India can be a valuable partner to African nations. In four critical areas including Solar energy,
infrastructure, military cooperation and Start-up ecosystem.
124. Shoonya Campaign, which was seen in the news, is aimed at which process?
[A] Reduce Air Pollution by banning crackers
[B] Reduce Air Pollution by using EVs
[C] Promote Rain Water Harvesting
[D] Promote Afforestation
Answer: Reduce Air Pollution by using EVs
Shoonya is an awareness campaign to reduce air pollution by promoting the use of electric vehicles
(EVs) for ride-hailing and deliveries NITI Aayog held a forum to commemorate the one-year anniversary
of Shoonya, India’s zero pollution e-mobility campaign. During the event, the National Programme on
Advanced Chemistry Cell (ACC) Energy Storage report was also launched.
125. Which Indian zoological park tops the Central Zoo Authority’s recent rankings?
[A] Arignar Anna Zoological Park, Chennai
[B] Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling
[C] Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens, Mysore
[D] Thiruvananthapuram Zoo
Answer: Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling
As per the list released by the Central Zoo Authority based on management and effectiveness, the
Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling was given the highest percentage of 83. The Red
Panda is one of the top attractions of the Zoo, besides Himalayan Black Bear, Snow Leopard, Goral and
Himalayan Thar. The Arignar Anna Zoological Park in Chennai has secured the second position, followed
by the Sri Chamarajendra Zoological Gardens in Mysore.
126. Which country is the host of FIFA Under-17 Women’s World Cup 2022?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] UAE
[C] India
[D] Bangladesh
Answer: India
The Union Cabinet of India approved the Signing of Guarantees for hosting Federation Internationale de
Football Association (FIFA) Under 17 Women’s World Cup 2022 in India. The prestigious FIFA Under-17
Women’s World Cup will be held for the first time in India between 11 and 30 October, 2022. India had
earlier hosted the FIFA Under-17 Men’s World Cup 2017. The matches will be played in Navi Mumbai,
Goa and Bhubaneswar while teams from 16 countries will participate in the event.
127. Armenia and Azerbaijan, which were seen in news for border clashes, are located in
which region?
[A] South America
[B] Eurasia
[C] Oceania
[D] Africa
Answer: Eurasia
Azerbaijan and Armenia, former Soviet republics, are located in the mountainous Caucasus region, which
span Asia and Europe. Azerbaijan is bounded by the Caspian Sea. Azerbaijan reported that over 70 of its
troops had died in border clashes with Armenia in the worst fighting since 2020.
128. When is the ‘International Day of Democracy’ observed?
[A] September 8
[B] September 10
[C] September 15
[D] September 20
The International Day of Democracy is observed every year on September 15. This year, the theme is “the
importance of media freedom to democracy, peace, and delivering on the Sustainable Development
Goals”. The Day focuses on the importance of freedom of media to democracy, peace, and delivering on
the Sustainable Development Goals. It also provides an opportunity to review the state of democracy in
the world.
129. Which is the first Smart City to sign MoU for implementing a digital addressing
system?
[A] Coimbatore
[B] Indore
[C] Pune
[D] Jaipur
Answer: Indore
An MoU was signed by CEO of Indore Smart City with Pataa Navigations for implementing a fully digital
addressing system. With this, Indore will become the country’s first Smart City with ‘Smart Addresses’.
Pataa is a brief and unique code that will help the user find specific geo-tagged location. Pataa
Navigations and ISRO have collaborated to build a strong digital addressing system for the nation.
130. Rakhigarhi, which was seen in the news, is located in which state/UT?
[A] Punjab
[B] Gujarat
[C] Haryana
[D] Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Haryana
The world's largest museum of Harappan culture is being constructed in Rakhigarhi. It is a village in
Hisar district of Haryana, famous for its archaeological site from the Indus Valley civilisation period. The
world-class museum will display 5000-year-old Indus Valley artefacts. Rakhigarhi was part of the Indus
Valley Civilisation from 2600-1900 BC. In the skeletons found in the village, shell bangles, copper mirror
and semi-precious stone beads were found.
131. Which country won the SAFF under-17 Championship title in 2022?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] Nepal
[C] India
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: India
India clinched the SAFF under-17 Championship title, defeating Nepal in the final in Colombo. With this
victory, India retains the title, lifting the title for the fourth time. India captain Vanlalpeka Guite was
named the Most Valuable Player of the Tournament, while 16-year-old Sahil Poonia won the Best
Goalkeeper award.
132. ‘E-Baal Nidan’, which was revamped recently, is the online portal of which institution?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
[C] UNICEF India
[D] Child Rights and You (CRY)
Answer: National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
The National Commission for Protection of Child Rights, NCPCR has revamped its online portal E-Baal
Nidan for redressal of grievances against violation of child rights. NCPCR is an Indian statutory body
working under the aegis of Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India.
133. PSUs of which Ministry recently signed MoUs worth Rs 215 crores with National
Sports Development Fund?
[A] Finance Ministry
[B] Power Ministry
[C] Coal Ministry
[D] Steel Ministry
Answer: Power Ministry
National Sports Development Fund NSDF of the Department of Sports signed Memorandum of
Understandings MoUs with NTPC and REC Ltd, two major PSUs under Ministry of Power. NTPC made a
commitment for Rs 115 crores towards Archery while REC Limited made a commitment for Rs 100
Crores for 3 years towards Women's hockey, Boxing and athletics.
134. Which state has announced India’s first ‘Breakfast scheme for government school
students’?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Telangana
Answer: Tamil Nadu
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin launched the breakfast scheme for government school students
from class 1 to 5 in Madurai. The Chief Minister announced that several studies have concluded that
breakfast programmes led to improvement in learning skills and school attendance. The first-ever noon
meal scheme was launched in 1922 in Chennai by the Justice Party, the precursor to the Dravidian
movement.
135. Which institution organised the ‘ANGAN 2022’ Conference?
[A] Reserve Bank of India
[B] Bureau of Energy Efficiency
[C] NITI Aayog
[D] Central Board of Indirect Taxes
Answer: Bureau of Energy Efficiency
The second edition of the international conference ANGAN 2022 (Augmenting Nature by Green
Affordable New-habitat) was recently held on the title “Making the Zero-Carbon Transition in Buildings”.
ANGAN 2.0 is being organised by the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Ministry of Power, in
collaboration with Swiss Agency for Development & Cooperation (SDC) under the Indo-Swiss Building
Energy Efficiency Project (BEEP). The Conference had discussions related to building energy efficiency
and reducing carbon emission from buildings.
136. Which state’s upper house has recently passed ‘Protection of Right to Freedom of
Religion Bill’?
[A] Karnataka
[B] Odisha
[C] Uttarakhand
[D] Punjab
Answer: Karnataka
The Protection of Right to Freedom of Religion Bill, 2021, also known as the anti-conversion bill, was
passed by the Karnataka Legislative Assembly in December 2021 The bill was recently passed by the
upper house in Karnataka, despite opposition from the opposition parties. The government had earlier
passed an Ordinance to stop forcible conversions.
137. Which international association launched ‘Door Se Namaste’ Doordarshan and
YouTube series?
[A] WEF
[B] UNICEF
[C] World Bank
[D] IMF
Answer: UNICEF
The US Agency for International Development and UNICEF launched the Doordarshan and YouTube
series titled Door Se Namaste at function held in New Delhi. Door Se Namaste is a new television series
which promotes healthy behaviours in the post-pandemic world. It is a fictional Hindi series developed in
an entertainment education format to promote the adoption of healthy behaviour and practices.
138. Which state passed a bill to help SC-ST people appeal against refusal of caste
certificates?
[A] Kerala
[B] West Bengal
[C] Jharkhand
[D] Chhattisgarh
Answer: West Bengal
The West Bengal Assembly passed the ‘West Bengal Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes
(Identification) (Amendment) Bill, 2022’. The bill seeks to provide the Scheduled Caste (SC) and
Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities of the state with opportunities to appeal against cancellation, refusal
and revocation of caste certificates.
139. National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) approved the merger of Exide Life Insurance
with which major insurance company?
[A] LIC
[B] HDFC Life Insurance
[C] ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
[D] SBI Life Insurance
Answer: HDFC Life Insurance
Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) recently approved the merger of Exide Life Insurance with HDFC Life
Insurance. Earlier this year, HDFC Life had announced acquisition of 100 per cent stake in Exide Life
from its parent Exide Industries. The amalgamation is subject to the final approval of the Insurance
Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI).
140. Which company has undertaken India's largest ever acquisition in infrastructure and
materials sector by acquiring Ambuja Cements and ACC?
[A] Adani Group
[B] Tata Group
[C] Ultratech Cements (Aditya Birla)
[D] Vedanta
Answer: Adani Group
Switzerland’s Holcim has completed the sale process of Ambuja Cement and ACC (Ambuja’s subsidiary)
to the Adani Group for USD 6.4 billion, making it the second largest player. This is the largest ever
acquisition by Adani, and the largest ever Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transaction in infrastructure
and materials space in India. Ultratech Cement is India’s largest player with a market valuation of over
₹1.87 lakh crore.
141. Which Industrialist has been conferred France’s top civilian honour — The Chevalier
de la Legion d’Honneur?
[A] Adi Godrej
[B] Cyrus Poonawalla
[C] Swati Piramal
[D] Gautam Adani
Answer: Swati Piramal
Indian scientist and industrialist Dr Swati Piramal has been conferred France's top civilian honour -The
Chevalier de la Legion d’Honneur. The vice-chairperson of the Piramal Group was conferred the Knight of
the Legion of Honour for her contributions in the fields of business and industry, science, medicine, and
towards strengthening Indo-French ties.
142. Which Indian city has been nominated as the first-ever SCO Tourism and Cultural
Capital?
[A] Montreal
[B] Varanasi
[C] Jaipur
[D] Athens
Answer: Varanasi
Indian city Varanasi has been recently nominated as the first-ever SCO Tourism and Cultural Capital. It
was nominated for the period 2022-2023 at the 22nd Meeting of Shanghai Cooperation Organization
(SCO) Council of Heads of State in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.
143. Pranav Anand, who was seen in the news, is associated with which sports?
[A] Squash
[B] Chess
[C] Table-Tennis
[D] Badminton
Answer: Chess
15-year-old chess player Pranav Anand from Bengaluru recently became India's 76th Grandmaster. He
crossed the 2,500 Elo mark in the ongoing World Youth Chess Championship in Mamaia, Romania. To
become a Grandmaster, a player has to secure three GM norms and cross the live rating of 2,500 Elo
points. Pranav Anand scored the third and final GM norm at the 55th Biel Chess Festival in Switzerland
in July 2022.
144. What is the expansion of ‘Regtech’, which has been found in the news recently?
[A] Registered Technology
[B] Regulatory Technology
[C] Regarded Technology
[D] Regiment Technology
Answer: Regulatory Technology
Regulatory technology (Regtech) is a new technology which uses information technology to enhance
regulatory and compliance processes. SEBI Chairperson Madhabi Puri Buch recently launched
Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry’s (FICCI) initiative to strengthen compliance
with a tech-based solution. It is supported by a regulatory technology (Regtech) solutions company. It
allows tracking of over 2,000 SEBI compliances and auto-generation of select SEBI disclosures.
145. Which institution organised the ‘KRITAGYA’ Hackathon?
[A] Indian Army
[B] ICAR
[C] NABARD
[D] AIIMS
Answer: ICAR
Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) has organised the Hackathon 3.0 ‘KRITAGYA’ for
promoting ‘speed breeding for crop improvement’. ICAR, along with its National Agricultural Higher
Education Project and Crop Science Division, is organizing the event. Students, faculty and innovators
across the country can apply and participate as a group and can collaborate with local start-ups.
146. What is India’s logistics cost as a proportion of GDP, as of 2022?
[A] 9-10 %
[B] 13-14 %
[C] 15-16 %
[D] 19-20 %
Answer: 13-14 %
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched the National Logistics Policy (NLP), which aims to promote
seamless movement of goods across the country, by reducing logistics cost. It also aims to improve its
competitiveness of Indian goods in domestic as well as global markets. India’s logistics cost as a
proportion of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is estimated to be around 13-14 per cent.
147. India’s IFSCA signed a FinTech Co-operation Agreement with the Central Bank of
which country?
[A] Malaysia
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Singapore
[D] Australia
Answer: Singapore
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) and the International Financial Services Centre Authority
(IFSCA) signed a FinTech Co-operation Agreement to facilitate regulatory collaboration and partnership
in FinTech. The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) is Singapore’s central bank and integrated
financial regulator. The agreement includes ‘Regulatory Sandbox Collaboration’ and ‘Sharing of
Information’.
148. What is the theme of the ‘World Patient Safety Day 2022’?
[A] Medication Safety
[B] Ask before Googling
[C] Expanding Healthcare
[D] Warning in Medication
Answer: Medication Safety
World Patient Safety Day is observed on September 17. In 2019, World Health Organization's (WHO)
declared September 17 as the World Patient Safety Day. This year, the theme of World Patient Safety
Day 2022 is 'Medication Safety' along with the slogan 'Medication Without Harm'.
149. Typhoon Nanmadol, which was seen in the news, made landfall in which country?
[A] Indonesia
[B] Japan
[C] Philippines
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Japan
‘Typhoon Nanmadol’ is expected to make landfall in Japan. The country’s weather agency issued a rare
warning about the powerful storm. Nearly two million people in Japan have been asked to seek shelter
before Typhoon Nanmadol. It is the first typhoon-linked special warning issued outside of the Okinawa
region since the present system began in 2013.
150. Which country is the host of the Governing Body session of 'International Treaty on
Plant Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture' (ITPGRFA)?
[A] India
[B] UAE
[C] United States
[D] Australia
Answer: India
India is set to host of the Governing Body session of 'International Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources for
Food and Agriculture' (ITPGRFA). The pact, which came in force in 2004, has been ratified by 149
countries. Member countries at the New Delhi summit of ITPGRFA are likely to reach a consensus on
benefit-sharing of germ plasm which will provide access to better quality seeds.
151. Which country has signed a formal MoU to join Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
(SCO) in 2023?
[A] Israel
[B] Iran
[C] UAE
[D] Iraq
Answer: Iran
Iran signed a formal MoU to become a permanent member of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation
(SCO) in 2023. Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi became the first Iranian president in 20 years to visit
Uzbekistan, by attending the SCO Summit. Iran acquired observer status in the organisation in June
2005. Its bid for full membership was approved in September 2021 after a wait of 15 years.
152. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘Annual report on Environment Sustainability
2020-21’?
[A] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
[B] Ministry of Railways
[C] Ministry of MSME
[D] Ministry of Labour and Employment
Answer: Ministry of Railways
Railways Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw launched the Swachhta Pakhwara 2022 and released the Annual
report on Environment Sustainability 2020-21. The report is a comprehensive document highlighting the
steps taken by Railways to promote green and clean energy. This report brings out the efforts of
Railways Ministry towards net zero emission.
153. Climate activist Vanessa Nakate, who was appointed as UNICEF Goodwill
Ambassador, is from which country?
[A] USA
[B] Uganda
[C] Venezuela
[D] Afghanistan
Answer: Uganda
25-year-old Ugandan climate activist Vanessa Nakate has been appointed as UNICEF Goodwill
Ambassador She created a platform called Rise Up Movement to support African climate activists. She
led an initiative to stop the deforestation of African rainforests and launched ‘Vash Greens Schools
Project’, which aims to install solar panels in remote areas of her home country, Uganda.
154. What is the rank of India in the ‘Global Crypto Adoption Index 2022’?
[A] Second
[B] Fourth
[C] Sixth
[D] Eighth
Answer: Fourth
As per the Chainalysis 2022 Global Crypto Adoption report, India stands fourth in Global Crypto Adoption
Index 2022. For the second consecutive year, Vietnam is ranked first in cryptocurrency adoption and
India stood at 4th place with an index score of 0.663. United States (US) has moved up to fifth while
China re-entered the top ten of the index despite its ban on all crypto currency trading.
155. Which country has partnered with China for its Moon exploration Missions?
[A] Pakistan
[B] UAE
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Iran
Answer: UAE
The United Arab Emirates (UAE)’s National space Agency (MBRSC) has signed memorandum of
understanding with the China National Space Agency (CNSA) to work together on future lunar efforts.
The two agencies will collaborate on future moon missions which involve the landing of an MBRSC rover
aboard a CNSA lander.
156. Which state has announced to set up NITI Aayog-like state-level institution?
[A] Kerala
[B] Maharashtra
[C] Telangana
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Maharashtra
Maharashtra government has announced that it is planning to set up an institution on the lines of NITI
Aayog. The institution would be responsible to perform comprehensive data analysis and make
decisions on various sectors in the state. NITI Aayog has also carried out an extensive study on similar
issues and developed a tool, where inter-related data from various departments is analysed for a better
decision-making process.
157. As of 2022, which country is the largest bilateral lender to Sri Lanka?
[A] China
[B] India
[C] Australia
[D] USA
Answer: India
India has become the largest bilateral lender to Sri Lanka by disbursing a total of USD 968 million in
loans in four months of 2022, surpassing China. China has maintained its position as the largest
bilateral lender to Sri Lanka in the past five years from 2017 to 2021. Asian Development Bank (ADB)
has been the largest multilateral lender in the past five years by disbursing an amount of USD 610
million in 2021.
158. As per the amendment in Foreign Trade Policy, International Trade will be allowed to
be settled in which currency?
[A] USD
[B] INR
[C] All currencies
[D] Renminbi
Answer: INR
The Foreign Trade Policy of India has been amended, under which international trade invoicing, payment
and settlement will be allowed to be settled in the Indian Rupee. The move has thus activated the
mechanism of Reserve Bank of India to facilitate trade in the Indian currency.
159. When is the ‘UN International Equal Pay Day’ observed?
[A] September 12
[B] September 14
[C] September 18
[D] September 20
The International Equal Pay Day is observed annually to highlight gender pay gap. It is a United Nations-
recognized event that falls on September 18. International Equal Pay Day was first observed back in
1996 by the National Committee on Pay Equity. The main aim of the event is to end the history of gender
discrimination that women are facing across the world.
160. Which state launched the diagnostic service for people named ‘Xpress Clinic’?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Karnataka
Karnataka Chief Minister Basavraj Bommai launched a diagnostic service called the ‘Xpress Clinic’ in
Malleswaram Assembly Constituency. In Xpress clinics, 60 per cent concession will be given for BPL
cardholders in government hospitals, and 40 to 50 per cent concession will be given for APL card
holders.
161. Which state has announced two percent reservations in government jobs for
sportspersons in the state?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Rajasthan
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Rajasthan
Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot announced that there will be two percent reservations in
government jobs for sportspersons in the state. The government has increased the prize money for
players who won international medals to Rs 3 crore. Participants of all age groups across the state have
participated in the Rural Olympic Games.
162. ICAR has transferred an agreement with which company for lumpy skin disease
vaccine called ‘Lumpi-ProVacind’?
[A] BioCon
[B] Dr Reddy’s
[C] Biovet
[D] Serum Institute of India
Answer: Biovet
The Indian Council of Agriculture Research (ICAR) has entered into an agreement with Biovet Private Ltd.
for the commercial production of the indigenous vaccine of Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) called ‘Lumpi-
ProVacind’. The agreement for transfer of technology is the first of the series of tie-ups that Agrinnovate
are set to tie-up for grant of non-exclusive license of ‘Lumpi-ProVacind’. Agrinnovate is the commercial
arm of ICAR.
163. Which country has been recently hit by Lassa fever?
[A] Nigeria
[B] Egypt
[C] South Africa
[D] Kenya
Answer: Nigeria
As per the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC), the death toll of Lassa fever in Nigeria this year
has risen to 171. Even after the measures by the government to reduce infections across the country,
there have been a total of 917 confirmed cases, with 6,660 suspected cases recorded since the
beginning of the year.
164. Which country has opened a new canal for ships to sail from Baltic Sea to Vistula
Lagoon ports?
[A] Russia
[B] Poland
[C] Belarus
[D] Kazakhstan
Answer: Poland
Poland has recently opened a new canal for ships to sail from Baltic Sea to Vistula Lagoon ports. The
waterway is expected to give full sovereignty in the northeastern region of Poland. The new canal would
also mean that ships no longer must secure Russia’s permission to sail from the Baltic Sea to the ports
of the Vistula Lagoon.
165. ‘João Lourenço’ has sworn in as the President of which country?
[A] Turkey
[B] Hungary
[C] Angola
[D] Maldives
Answer: Angola
‘João Lourenço’ has sworn in as the President of Angolan for a second term in the Central African
country’s capital- Luanda. The results of the Elections were heavily disputed by the opposition. The
Popular Movement for the Liberation of Angola (MPLA), which was in power since independence from
Portugal in 1975, won the elections.
166. ‘Maya’, which was seen in the news, is the world’s first cloning of which animal?
[A] Wild Arctic wolf
[B] One-horned Rhino
[C] Lion-tailed Macaque
[D] Great Indian Bustard
Answer: Wild Arctic wolf
A Beijing-based gene firm successfully cloned a wild Arctic wolf for the first time in the world. The wild
Arctic wolf is also called as the white wolf or polar wolf. The animal is native to the High Arctic tundra of
Canada’s Queen Elizabeth Islands. The cloning is regarded as a milestone achievement in conserving
rare and endangered species. Maya’s donor cell came from skin sample of wild female Arctic wolf, while
its oocyte came from a female dog. Maya’s surrogate mother is a beagle dog.
167. Which Indian city is the host of ‘Global Fintech Conference’ in 2022?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Ahmedabad
[C] Mumbai
[D] Bengaluru
Answer: Mumbai
Global Fintech Fest is being organized by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the
Payments Council of India (PCI) and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC). It was attended by Union
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das. The Finance Minister called
upon fintech industry to take advantage of opportunities in green finance for building a sustainable
financial environment.
168. ‘Jezero Crater and Wildcat Ridge’ are structures found in which planet?
[A] Mars
[B] Jupiter
[C] Earth
[D] Venus
Answer: Mars
Jezero crater is a 45-km-wide crater in the Syrtis Major quadrangle present on Mars. It has a delta, which
is an ancient fan-shaped feature formed about 3.5 billion years ago. NASA’s Perseverance rover is
currently investigating the delta’s sedimentary rocks. Recently, the analysis of samples of ‘Wildcat
Ridge’ rock indicated they feature a class of organic molecules that are correlated with those of sulfate
minerals.
169. As per the recent RBI notification, the Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) shall appoint
a chief compliance officer (CCO) by which year?
[A] 2023
[B] 2025
[C] 2027
[D] 2030
Answer: 2023
The Reserve Bank of India has asked Urban Cooperative Banks (UCBs) with deposits above Rs 10,000
crore to appoint a chief compliance officer (CCO) by April 01, 2023. This decision aims to improve
corporate governance in these banks, which are categorised as tier-4 entities. For tier-3 banks with
deposits above Rs 1,000 crore and less than Rs 10,000 crore, deadline to appoint CCO is till October 01,
2023. For UCBs under tier-1 (with deposits up to Rs 100 crore) and tier-2 (with deposits more than Rs
100 crore and up to Rs 1,000 crore) the existing norms will continue.
170. Which Naval ship has been decommissioned recently after 32 years of its service?
[A] INS Amrit
[B] INS Ajay
[C] INS Akshay
[D] INS Abhaya
Answer: INS Ajay
Indian Naval Ship Ajay (P34) was decommissioned recently after 32 years of distinguished services to
the nation. The decommissioning ceremony was held at Mumbai’s Naval Dockyard. INS Ajay was an
Abhay class anti-submarine warfare corvette of Western Naval Command. The ship was commissioned
on January 24, 1990. It was posted on various deployments including Operation Talwar during the Kargil
War in 1999 and Operation Parakram in 2001.
171. ‘A watershed moment: transformative solutions to interlocking challenges’ is the
theme of which summit held in 2022?
[A] SCO Summit 2022
[B] WHO World Health Assembly
[C] G-20 Summit
[D] UN General Assembly Session
Answer: UN General Assembly Session
The 77th session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA 77) was inaugurated recently in New
York followed by the High-Level Week The UN General Assembly (UNGA) is the main policy-making
organ of the United Nations. This year’s theme is ‘A watershed moment: transformative solutions to
interlocking challenges’ with focus on crises such as COVID-19, climate change and conflict and need
for solutions to build global sustainability and resilience.
172. Who has been elected as a member of the Governance Committee of the Asia Pacific
Forum (APF), from India?
[A] Justice Ranjan Gogoi
[B] Justice Sadasivan

[C] Justice Arun Kumar Mishra
[D] Justice N V Ramana
Answer: Justice Arun Kumar Mishra
National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) Chairperson, retired Justice Arun Kumar Mishra has been
elected as a member of the Governance Committee of the Asia Pacific Forum (APF). He has also been
elected as a member of the Global Alliance of National Human Rights Institutions (GANHRI) Bureau. The
GANHRI is one of the world’s largest human rights networks.
173. SCALE App, which was launched recently, provides skill-development solutions for
employees of which field?
[A] Textile
[B] Automobile
[C] Leather
[D] Electronics
Answer: Leather
Union Minister of Education and Skill Development Dharmendra Pradhan launched the SCALE (Skill
Certification Assessment for Leather Employees) app. It provides a one-stop solution for skilling,
learning, assessment, and employment needs of the leather industry. He launched the application during
a visit to CSIR-Central Leather Research Institute, Chennai.
174. As per the recent Asian Development Outlook (ADO) update, what is the 2022-23
growth projection for India’s economy?
[A] 8.2 %
[B] 7.6 %
[C] 7.0 %
[D] 6.8 %
Answer: 7.0 %
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has recently released a supplement to its Asian Development
Outlook (ADO). As per the report, the 2022-23 growth projection for India’s economy was slashed to 7%
from 7.5% estimated in April. The report says that India’s inflation has turned out to be more persistent
than expected, and led to a sharp tightening in monetary policy, eroding consumers’ purchasing power.
175. Chhello Show, which was announced India's official entry to the Oscars 2023, is a film
made in which language?
[A] Kannada
[B] Gujarati
[C] Marathi
[D] Hindi
Answer: Gujarati
The Film Federation of India has announced the Gujarati film, Chhello Show as India's official entry to
the Oscars 2023. The film, which is titled Last Film Show in English, has been selected in the Best
International Feature Film category. Chhello Show revolves around a 9-year-old boy who resides in a
remote village in India and his love affair with cinema. The film is directed by Pan Nalin.
176. India signed MoU with which African country on cooperation in the field of Defence?
[A] South Africa

[B] Egypt
[C] Kenya
[D] Sudan
Answer: Egypt
India and Egypt have agreed to identify proposals for expanding cooperation between defence industries
of the two countries. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh held bilateral talks with his Egyptian counterpart in
Cairo. They signed a MoU on cooperation in the field of defence for enhancing defence cooperation
across all sectors of mutual interest. The Egyptian Defence Minister was invited to India-Africa Defence
Dialogue and IOR Defence Ministers’ Conclave to be held as part of Defence Expo in Gandhinagar.
177. After signing of the Bru Agreement, over 3000 Bru families have been resettled in
which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Tripura
[C] Sikkim
[D] Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: Tripura
As many as 3,696 Bru families displaced from Mizoram have been resettled in Tripura since signing of
the Bru agreement in January 2020. The Union Home Minister chaired a review meeting of the Bru
Agreement and the processes of resettlement. Out of the total 6,959 rehabilitated families in Tripura
with 37,136 Bru migrants, 3,696 have been resettled.
178. As per a recent survey, the highest portion of donations collected in India went to
which organisations?
[A] Political parties
[B] Religious organisations
[C] Charity institutions
[D] Education institutions
Answer: Religious organisations
As per a recent study by the Centre for Social Impact and Philanthropy (CSIP), out of total donations
worth Rs 23,700 crore given by Indians between October 2020 and September 2021, the maximum of
64% went to religious organisations. As per the study "How India Gives 2020-21", the highest number of
donations was made by lower-income and middle-class households. The amount donated was higher in
urban areas, while the number of donations was more in India's rural areas.
179. Which country is the winner of the SAFF Women's Championship title in 2022?
[A] India
[B] Nepal
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Sri Lanka
Answer: Bangladesh
Bangladesh clinched their first-ever South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) Women's Championship title
held in Kathmandu. Bangladesh became champions in for the first time in the sixth edition of SAFF,
ending India's reign of five successive titles. The hosts Nepal ended the tournament as runners-up for
the fifth time. Bangladesh team captain Sabina Khatun became the top scorer of the tournament with
eight goals in the tournament.
180. Which country has successfully tested the ‘Hybrid motor’ for new propulsion system
used in launch vehicles?
[A] China
[B] Israel
[C] India
[D] UAE
Answer: India
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully tested hybrid motor, which will be used for
a new propulsion system for upcoming launch vehicles The 30 kN hybrid motor was tested at ISRO
Propulsion Complex (IPRC) at Mahendragiri in Tamil Nadu. The test was supported by ISRO's Liquid
Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC). The motor uses Hydroxyl-terminated polybutadiene (HTPB) as fuel
and liquid oxygen (LOX) as the oxidiser.
181. ‘SPARSH’ initiative is associated with which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Electronics and IT
Answer: Ministry of Defence
Defence Accounts Department (DAD) signed a memorandum of understanding with Bank of Baroda and
HDFC Bank, to onboard them as Service Centres under the System for Pension Administration (SPARSH)
initiative. The MoU will onboard around 8000 branches of Bank of Baroda and 6000 branches of HDFC
Bank as Service Centres to provide last mile connectivity to pensioners.
182. As per Commerce Ministry’s notification, India has set up a new Export promotion
council’ for which products?
[A] Semi-conductor Chips
[B] Smart Wearables
[C] Medical Devices
[D] Pharmaceutical Products
Answer: Medical Devices
As per Commerce Ministry’s notification, India has set up a new ‘Exports Promotion Council for Medical
Devices’. The council will be under the department of pharmaceuticals and will be headquartered in
Noida and will have offices in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. The council will help exporters in
promoting their products in international markets. India exported Rs. 23,766 crore of medical devices in
2021-22.
183. Kigali Amendment, which was seen in the news, is related to which action?
[A] Increase Use of Electric Vehicles
[B] Reduction of hydrofluorocarbons
[C] Increase Renewable Energy Consumption
[D] Phasing out Coal plants
Answer: Reduction of hydrofluorocarbons
US Senate recently ratified Kigali Amendment to the 1987 Montreal Protocol on ozone pollution, to limit
use of refrigerants. The international agreement requires participating nations to phase down production
and use of hydrofluorocarbons, also known as HFCs, by 85% over the next 14 years. More than 130
countries, including China, India and Russia, have formally ratified the agreement.
184. Which Union Ministry has released draft ‘Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022’?
[A] Union Electronics and IT Ministry
[B] Union Communications Ministry
[C] Union Finance Ministry
[D] Union Commerce and Industry Ministry
Answer: Union Communications Ministry
Union Communications Ministry has prepared the draft Indian Telecommunication Bill, 2022 and invited
from stakeholders and industry associations. In July 2022, a Consultation Paper on ‘Need for a new
legal framework governing Telecommunication in India’ was published. Based on the consultations and
deliberations, the Ministry has prepared the draft Bill to develop a modern legal framework in
telecommunications.
185. ‘Cattle Control in Urban Areas Bill, 2022’ is associated with which state/UT?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Gujarat
[C] Bihar
[D] Uttar Pradesh
Answer: Gujarat
The Gujarat Legislative Assembly unanimously withdrew the controversial Gujarat Cattle Control
(Keeping and Moving) in Urban Areas Bill, 2022. The cattle-rearers warned the State authorities that they
would stop supplying milk to dairies. The Bill aimed at prohibiting the movement of stray cattle on roads
and public places in urban areas of the State.
186. Which institution has released draft notification on ‘Indian Nutrition Rating’?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] FSSAI
[C] NABARD
[D] FCI
Answer: FSSAI
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has released draft notification on ‘Indian
Nutrition Rating’ The country’s apex food regulator released notification, which requires the pre-
packaged food to carry a star graphic ranging for 0 to 5, next to the brand name. This front-of-pack
labelling aims to discourage consumers from buying packaged food high in sugar, salt, and fat.
187. Which country nationalised its largest gas importer ‘Uniper’ for energy security?
[A] France
[B] Germany
[C] Italy
[D] Israel
Answer: Germany
Germany nationalised its largest gas importer Uniper for energy security against the backdrop of
Russia’s gas supply freeze and rising gas prices. Uniper has a 50 per cent share of Russian gas in its
portfolio and is responsible for about 40 per cent of gas supply in Germany. Russia earlier decided to
completely suspend gas deliveries through the Nord Stream 1 pipeline on September 1.
188. Which institution launched the book titled ‘She Is–Women in STEAM’?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] CSIR
[C] Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to India
[D] ISRO
Answer: Office of Principal Scientific Adviser to India
The Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, Professor Ajay Sood, and British High
Commissioner unveiled the book titled ‘She Is–Women in STEAM’. The book honours 75 women in
STEAM (fields of Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics). It is supported by the Office
of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, FICCI FLO, and British High Commission of
India.
189. NCC (National Cadet Corps) signed MoU with which institution to tackle the issue of
plastic pollution?
[A] UNICEF
[B] UNEP
[C] WEF
[D] World Bank
Answer: UNEP
The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
National Cadet Corps (NCC) to tackle the issue of plastic pollution. The aim is to achieve the universal
goal of clean water bodies through ‘Puneet Sagar Abhiyan’ and ‘Tide Turners Plastic Challenge
programme’. National Cadet Corps is the youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces with its headquarters in
New Delhi.
190. Which is the first e-commerce company to set up solar farms in India?
[A] Walmart
[B] Amazon
[C] Flipkart
[D] ebay
Answer: Amazon
Amazon announced its first solar project in India with three new solar farms in Rajasthan, with a
combined energy capacity of 420 megawatts (MW). Amazon aims to use 100% renewable energy across
its business by 2025. The Indian project includes a 210-MW project to be developed by ReNew Power, a
100-MW project to be developed by Amp Energy India, and a 110-MW project to be developed by
Brookfield Renewable Partners.
191. Which is the most richly endowed award in science in the world?
[A] Nobel Prize
[B] Breakthrough Prize
[C] Turing Award
[D] Albert Einstein World Award of Science
Answer: Breakthrough Prize
The Breakthrough Prizes was created in 2010 by a group of Silicon Valley entrepreneurs, including a
venture capitalist Milner, Mark Zuckerberg and his wife, Priscilla Chan, of Facebook and Sergey Brin of
Google. The 2023 winners of the Breakthrough Prizes, also known as the ‘Oscars of Science’ were
announced recently in the life sciences category, one for mathematics and one for physics. The winners
will split a total of more than USD 15 million.
192. Which public sector enterprise was recently accorded the ‘Maharatna’ status?
[A] Bharat Electronics Ltd
[B] Oil India Ltd
[C] REC Ltd
[D] Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd
Answer: REC Ltd
Central Public Sector Enterprise- REC Limited, formerly called as the Rural Electrification Corporation
has been accorded the ‘Maharatna’ status. An order to this effect was issued by the Department of
Public Enterprises, under the Ministry of Finance. REC is a Non-banking Finance Company which focuses
on Power Sector Financing and Development across India. With the grant of ‘Maharatna’ status, REC can
also enter into technology Joint Ventures or other strategic alliances.
193. Skill India has partnered with which technology company to upskill youth in emerging
technologies in India?
[A] Samsung
[B] Nokia
[C] IBM
[D] Qualcomm
Answer: Samsung
Union government's ‘Skill India’ initiative, the Electronics Sector Skill Council of India (ESSCI) signed a
memorandum of understanding (MoU) with ‘Samsung India’ to upskill youth in India. Under ‘Samsung
Innovation Campus’, it aims to upskill over 3,000 unemployed youths from 18-25 years of age in
emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Big Data and Coding and
Programming.
194. Which country launched the ‘Innovation Roadmap of the Mission Integrated Bio-
refineries’?
[A] USA
[B] India
[C] Bangladesh
[D] UAE
Answer: India
India launched the ‘Innovation Roadmap of the Mission Integrated Bio-refineries’ on the sidelines of the
Global Clean Energy Action Forum-2022 at Pittsburgh, US The Roadmap has been developed by co-leads
with active inputs from Brazil, Canada, EC and the UK. The Mission aims at greater collaboration and the
need for increased financing for Energy Research, Development, and Demonstration (RD&D) during the
next five years through public-private investment.
195. Which state implements the ‘SRESTHA-G’ Programme?
[A] Andhra Pradesh

[B] Gujarat
[C] Kerala
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Gujarat
The World Bank has approved a USD 350 million loan to Gujarat for spending towards public healthcare
services, focussed specially on adolescent girls and disease surveillance. The funding from World Bank
arm International Bank of Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), will be utilised through the state
government's Systems Reform Endeavours For Transformed Health Achievement In Gujarat (SRESTHA-
G) Programme.
196. Which state has passed a bill, which bars granting of anticipatory bail to rape
accused?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Telangana
[D] Odisha
Uttar Pradesh legislative assembly passed the Code of Criminal Procedure (Uttar Pradesh Amendment)
Bill 2022 which bars granting of anticipatory bail to rape accused. A provision has been made to not
grant anticipatory bail to those accused of offences under the POCSO Act and misconduct with women.
The amendment bill empowers a claims tribunal to compensate anyone killed in riots with Rs 5 lakh.
197. As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) Report 2020, what is the Under five
mortality rate in 2020, in India?
[A] 25
[B] 32
[C] 37
[D] 40
Answer: 32
As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2020 released on September 22, 2022 by
Registrar General of India (RGI), India has been witnessing progressive reduction in IMR, U5MR and
NMR. Under-five mortality rate was recorded at 32 per 1000 live births in 2020 against 35 per 1000 live
births in 2019. Infant Mortality rate (IMR) has also registered 2-point decline to 28 per 1000 live births in
2020 from 30 per 1000 live births in 2019.
198. Which country has discovered ‘Lunar crystal named 'Changesite-(Y)' on the Moon?
[A] Israel
[B] China
[C] USA
[D] UAE
Answer: China
Researchers in China have discovered a new type of crystal in the volcanic debris of the near side of the
moon. They also discovered potential fuel source for production of clean and efficient energy on Earth.
The small, transparent crystal has been named Changesite-(Y), after the Chinese moon goddess
Chang'e.
199. ‘Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan’ programme is implemented by which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Rural Development
[B] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
[C] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
[D] Ministry of Renewable Energy
Answer: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
The Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) will launch the ‘Swachh Vayu
Sarvekshan’ programme under National Clean Air Programme 2019 (NCAP). Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan
will rank 131 cities in the country for implementing City Action Plans prepared as part of NCAP to
reducie air pollution up to 40 per cent by 2025-26.
200. Which Union Ministry awards the ‘National Service Scheme (NSS) Award ‘?
[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
[C] Ministry of Education
[D] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Answer: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
President Droupadi Murmu conferred the National Service Scheme NSS Awards for the year 2020-21 at
Rashtrapati Bhavan. The Department of Youth Affairs of the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports confers
every year the National Service Scheme Award. A total of forty-two Awards were given to two
Universities, ten NSS Units, their Programme Officers, and 30 NSS Volunteers.
201. ‘Fridays for Future (FFF) campaign’, which was seen in the news, is associated with
which field
[A] Crypto-currency
[B] Climate Change
[C] Electronics
[D] Politics
Answer: Climate Change
‘FridaysForFuture (FFF)’ is a youth-led movement that began in August 2018, to protest against the lack
of action on the climate crisis. FFF organised Global climate strikes across the world, which was
attended by thousands of young activists. The campaign demanded stronger policies for climate
reparation. It took place a day after 'Loss and Damage Action Day'.
202. ‘ZEROe aircraft’ which was seen in the news, is set to be launched by which
organisation?
[A] Boeing
[B] Airbus
[C] Tesla
[D] Brahmos Aerospace
Answer: Airbus
Airbus announced that it would have its first zero emission (ZEROe) aircraft ready by 2035. It also
announced that India will contribute to its design, research and development. Airbus has started the
work towards building the world’s first zero-emission commercial aircraft has already begun and Airbus
India is involved in the design and development of the ZEROe aircraft.
203. Who is the richest self-made Indian woman as per ‘IIFL Wealth Hurun India Rich List
2022’?
[A] Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
[B] Falguni Nayar
[C] Roshni Nadar
[D] Radha Vembu
Answer: Falguni Nayar
The IIFL Wealth Hurun India Rich List 2022 was topped by Gautam Adani and family, with an estimated
wealth of ₹10,94,400 crore. Mukesh Ambani and family has been named in the second place with
₹7,94,700 crore, followed by Cyrus Poonawalla and family. Founder of Nykaa - Falguni Nayar has
overtaken Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, 69, to become the richest self-made Indian woman.
204. Which Indian author and poet is the recipient of Hermann Kesten Prize by Germnay-
based PEN Centre?
[A] Arundhati Roy
[B] Meena Kandasamy
[C] Om Prakash Valmiki
[D] Raj Gowthaman
Answer: Meena Kandasamy
Indian author and poet Meena Kandasamy has been announced as this year’s recipient of the Hermann
Kesten Prize by the PEN Centre in Germany. The Hermann Kesten Prize honours personalities who stand
up for the rights of persecuted authors and journalists. Her notable works include The Gypsy Goddess,
When I Hit You: Or, A Portrait of the Writer as a Young Wife, Ayaankali, Tamil Tigresses and poems such
as Touch, and Ms Militancy.
205. Laver Cup, which was seen in the news, is associated with which sports?
[A] Tennis
[B] Badminton
[C] Hockey
[D] Table-Tennis
Answer: Tennis
Team World ended Team Europe's dominance in the Laver Cup. It is a tennis tournament played with
European players against the rest of the world. Frances Tiafoe and Felix Auger-Aliassime stepped up on
the final day of Laver Cup 2022 as Team World won their maiden title in the 5th edition of the
tournament. The Europe side had all the members of the Big 4. Frances Tiafoe joined hands with Jack
Sock to beat Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal in Federer’s last match before retirement.
206. Duleep Trophy, which was held recently, is associated with which sports?
[A] Hockey
[B] Cricket
[C] Tennis
[D] Badminton
Answer: Cricket
The Duleep Trophy final between the West Zone and South Zone was recently held in the city of
Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu. It is a domestic first-class cricket competition played in India. In this year’s
edition, West Zone defeated South Zone by 294 runs, and won the title. Ajinkya Rahane was the skipper
of the West Zone cricket team.
207. As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) Report, which state had the lowest sex
ratio in India in 2018-20?
[A] Bihar
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Haryana
[D] Uttarakhand
Answer: Uttarakhand
According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2020, released by the Registrar
General of India (RGI), Uttarakhand’s sex ratio at birth was found to be the worst in the country at 844.
Sex Ratio is the number of females per 1,000 males. Kerala’s ratio was the best, at 974. The report
stated that India’s overall sex ratio at birth had gone up by 3 points to 907 in 2018-20 from 904 in
2017-19. It was 907 in rural areas and 910 in urban areas.
208. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘Swachh Toycathon’ programme?
[A] Ministry of Housing And Urban Affairs
[B] Ministry of Education
[C] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
[D] Ministry of Labour and Employment
Answer: Ministry of Housing And Urban Affairs
The Ministry of Housing And Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has recently launched the Swachh Toycathon under
the Swachh Amrit Mahotsav. The competition is a convergence between the National Action Plan for
Toys (NAPT) and Swachh Bharat Mission phase two (SBM 2.0). It aims to explore solutions for the use
of waste in manufacturing toys. The Center for Creative Learning, IIT Gandhinagar is the knowledge
partner for the programme.
209. Operation 'Megha Chakra', which was seen in the news, is associated with which
institution?
[A] Indian Army
[B] Central Bureau of Investigation
[C] Indian Coast Guard
[D] Central Vigilance Commission
Answer: Central Bureau of Investigation
As part of Operation 'Megha Chakra', the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) carried out searches at 56
locations in 19 states and a UT in connection with two cases of circulation of Child Sexual Abuse
Material (CSAM) online. The recent searches were based on inputs from Interpol Singapore and
intelligence obtained during Operation Carbon, conducted last year against peddlers of CSAM on
Internet.
210. As per a recent study, which species across the world collectively constitute about 12
million tonnes of dry carbon?
[A] Mosquitoes
[B] Ants
[C] Bees
[D] Butterflies
Answer: Ants
As per a recent study, ants present across the world collectively constitute about 12 million tonnes of
dry carbon. The number of ants across the world is estimated about 20 quadrillion or 20 thousand
million millions. They collectively weigh more than wild birds and mammals combined
211. Which Indian PSU has signed MoU with Brazilian oil major Petrobras, to diversify its
crude oil sourcing?
[A] HPCL
[B] BPCL
[C] ONGC
[D] GAIL
Answer: BPCL
Indian major Public sector Unit Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd (BPCL) has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with Brazilian oil major Petrobras, to diversify its crude oil sourcing. Bharat
PetroResources Limited (BPRL) plans to invest USD 1.6 billion to develop an oil block in Brazil to procure
equity oil overseas. For the first time, India will ink a long-term supply deal with Oil major- Petrobras that
operates in the oil, natural gas and energy industry.
212. World Bank has announced USD 2 billion for reconstruction and rehabilitation, to
which neighbouring country of India?
[A] Sri Lanka
[B] Pakistan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] Myanmar
Answer: Pakistan
The World Bank has announced that it will provide USD 2 billion in aid to Pakistan for reconstruction and
rehabilitation. It includes food, shelter and other urgent needs of the victims such as health, food,
shelter, rehabilitation, and cash transfers of the recent devastating floods. Pakistan has witnessed its
worst floods triggered by record rain in three decades. Over 1,600 people have been killed and over 33
million were affected due to the massive floods.
213. Bathukamma, which was seen in the news, is associated with which state?
[A] Odisha
[B] Kerala
[C] Telangana
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Telangana
Bathukamma is the official floral festival celebrated by women of the state Telangana. It is celebrated to
deepen our relationship with nature. The main celebrations of nine-day festival will be held on 3rd
October, as Saddula Bathukamma. During the annual festival, women and girls sing and dance around
specially arranged flowers.
214. What is the theme of the ‘World Tourism Day 2022’?
[A] Rethinking Tourism
[B] Sustainable Tourism

[C] Accessible Tourism
[D] Anti-Racism and Tourism
Answer: Rethinking Tourism
The ‘World Tourism Day 2022’ is observed on September 27 every year. This year, the theme of the
‘World Tourism Day 2022’ is ‘Rethinking Tourism’. The official World Tourism Day celebration will be
held in Bali, Indonesia. World Tourism Day is led by the UN’s specialised agency — the World Tourism
Organization (UNWTO). On the same day in the year 1970, the statutes of the UNWTO were adopted in
Mexico.
215. Which Indian public sector bank has inaugurated its’ Ethical Hacking Lab’ safeguard
the Bank's Information Systems?
[A] UCO Bank
[B] Union Bank of India
[C] Indian Bank
[D] Punjab National Bank
Answer: Union Bank of India
The Union Bank of India inaugurated the Ethical Hacking Lab at the Cyber Security Centre of Excellence
(CCoE) in Hyderabad. The lab which is equipped with cyber defence mechanism will protect the bank’s
information system, digital assets, and channels, against cyber threats.
216. Jhulan Goswami, who announced her retirement recently, plays which sports?
[A] Tennis
[B] Cricket
[C] Badminton
[D] Squash
Answer: Cricket
India’s ace female cricketer Jhulan Goswami announced her retirement recently, as she played her final
international match against England at Lord's. Jhulan played 12 Tests, 204 ODIs and 68 T20Is for the
Indian women's team. She has clinched 255 ODI wickets, the most by a women's cricketer in the format.
In 2007, Jhulan Goswami became the first female Indian cricketer to be named the ICC Women's
Cricketer of the Year. She received the prestigious Arjuna Award in 2010.
217. What is ‘IInvenTiv’, an event which was seen in the news recently?
[A] Employment Fair
[B] Research and Development Fair
[C] Skill Development Fair
[D] Start-Up Fair
Answer: Research and Development Fair
Twenty-three Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) will organise a mega research and development fair
called “IInvenTiv”. The event is aimed at creating holistic awareness around research and innovation
projects being done in the institution. It will also seek collaborations with universities and institutes,
industry and the IITs for better development of the innovations.
218. ‘National Anti-Corruption Commission bill’ is associated with which country?
[A] USA
[B] India
[C] Australia
[D] Pakistan
Answer: Australia
Australia’s attorney general recently introduced the National Anti-Corruption Commission bill. The
National Anti-Corruption Commission is a body to investigate and report on serious or systemic
corruption in the public sector. It will be led by a commissioner, who will serve one fixed term of five
years. NACC has a broad jurisdiction to investigate commonwealth ministers, parliamentarians, staff,
the heads and employees of commonwealth agencies, government contractors and their employees,
defence force members, statutory office holders among others.
219. Tamirapani River, which was seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Kerala
[D] Karnataka
Answer: Tamil Nadu
The Tamirapani River originates from the Pothigai hills of the Western Ghats in Tirunelveli district of
Tamil Nadu. Bengaluru-based Ashoka Trust for Research and the Environment (ATREE) researchers
initiated the restoration of the Tamirapani river under the ‘TamiraSES’ project. It aims to enable
conditions for native biodiversity to flourish and enhance multiple ecosystem services.
220. Which Union Ministry/ Ministries developed the ‘JALDOOT’ app?
[A] Ministry of Rural Development
[B] Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Panchayati Raj
[C] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[D] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Answer: Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Panchayati Raj
JALDOOT app has been jointly developed by Ministry of Rural Development and Ministry of Panchayati
Raj. This app will be used across the country to capture the water level of selected wells in a village.
Manual monitoring of water levels in open wells will be measured twice by Jaldoots, (officers assigned
to measure the water levels). They will upload geo-tagged photographs through the app.
221. Which organisation has announced USD 14 billion fund to fight food security crisis in
Asia Pacific?
[A] WEF
[B] IMF
[C] ADB
[D] World Bank
Answer: ADB
The Asian Development Bank announced a USD 14 billion fund to fight food security crisis in Asia
Pacific. ADB has hosted its 55th annual meeting at its headquarters in Manila in a hybrid mode. The
Asia-Pacific region has been threatened by adverse climate and hit by Russia-Ukraine war choking
supply lines, triggering food prices to rise.
222. ‘One Week One Lab’ theme-based campaign, which was launched recently, is
associated with which institution?

[A] ISRO
[B] BARC
[C] CSIR
[D] DRDO
Answer: CSIR
Union Minister of State- Science & Technology, Dr Jitendra Singh, who is also the Vice President of CSIR
(Council of Scientific & Industrial Research), announced "One Week One Lab" theme-based campaign
The campaign aims to showcase the technological achievements and innovations in each of the 37 CSIR
laboratories/institutes spread across the country.
223. What is the tenure of the Foreign Trade Policy, which is effective as of 2022?
[A] 2014-2019
[B] 2015-2020
[C] 2016-2021
[D] 2016-2022
Answer: 2015-2020
The Foreign Trade Policy (2015-20) has been extended from time to time. Export Promotion Councils
and leading exporters have been demanding tocontinue with current Foreign Trade Policy. The Central
Government has decided to extend the Foreign Trade Policy 2015-20, valid till Sept 30, 2022 for a further
period of six months, with effect from October 1 , 2022.
224. What is the original corpus of the Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) launched under
Startup India initiative?
[A] Rs 1000 Crores
[B] Rs 5000 Crores
[C] Rs 10000 Crores
[D] Rs 50000 Crores
Answer: Rs 10000 Crores
The Fund of Funds for Startups (FFS) was launched under Startup India initiative in 2016 by the Prime
Minister, Narendra Modi, with a corpus of Rs. 10,000 crore FFS has committed Rs. 7,385 crore to 88
Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) so far. These AIFs have invested Rs. 11,206 crore in 720 startups.
The corpus is to be built up over Finance Commission Cycles (FY 2016-2020 and FY 2021-2025) through
budgetary support by Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT).
225. Which state cabinet has approved to promulgate an ordinance to regulate online
gambling?
[A] Kerala
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Odisha
Answer: Tamil Nadu
The Tamil Nadu Cabinet gave its approval to promulgate an ordinance to regulate online gambling. It
would be promulgated once the state’s Governor R N Ravi gives his assent. In June 2022, the Chief
Minister announced a new law to curb online gambling, and the State constituted a panel under retired
judge of the Madras High Court Justice K Chandru to recommend on promulgation of an ordinance to
regulate online gambling in the State.
226. Which organisation developed the country’s first indigenous aviation fuel AVGAS 100
LL?
[A] IOC
[B] BPCL
[C] HPCL
[D] GAIL
Answer: IOC
The government launched the indigenously-developed AVGAS 100 LL. It has been developed by Indian
Oil Corporation. It is a special aviation fuel meant for piston engine aircrafts and unmanned Arial
vehicles. At present, India is importing this product from European countries. The domestic production
of AVGAS 100 LL is produced by Indian Oil at its Gujarat refinery.
227. When is the ‘International Day for the Total Elimination of Nuclear Weapons’
observed?
[A] September 20
[B] September 22
[C] September 26
[D] September 28
The United Nations observes 26th September every year as the International Day for the Total
Elimination of Nuclear Weapons. The aim of the day is to enhance public awareness about the threat
posed to humanity by nuclear weapons and the necessity for their total elimination. It provides an
opportunity to educate the public and leaders about the benefits of eliminating such weapons.
228. What is the theme of ‘World Rivers Day 2022’?
[A] The importance of Rivers to Biodiversity
[B] The importance of Rivers to Sustainability
[C] The importance of Rivers to Universe
[D] The importance of Rivers to Climate Change
Answer: The importance of Rivers to Biodiversity
World River Day is observed to raise awareness regarding water bodies and to promote their
conservation. It is observed every year on the fourth Sunday of September, and this year, it falls on
September 25. The theme for this year’s World Rivers Day is ‘The importance of Rivers to Biodiversity’.
229. Which state has been awarded ‘Ayushmann Utkrishta award 2022’?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Uttar Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Himachal Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh has been awarded Ayushmann Utkrishta award 2022 for adding various health facilities to
health facility register. It is the best performing state in the country with 28728 Health facilities added to
National health facility register. It is also the second best State in creating Ayushmann Bharat health
account (ABHA) with almost 2 crores ABH Accounts.
230. Which state has released the 'Encyclopedia of Tribes’ of the state?
[A] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Jharkhand
[C] Odisha
[D] West Bengal
Answer: Odisha
Odisha Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik released the 'Encyclopedia of Tribes in Odisha'. The five volumes
of the encyclopedia were published by Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes Research and Training
Institute (SCSTRTI) and Odisha State Tribal Museum. The edited volumes contain 3800 pages and 418
research articles covering all 62 tribal communities and 13 particularly vulnerable tribal groups. The
book will be a repository for academicians, researchers and policymakers.
231. What is PMGKAY, which was recently extended till December 2022?
[A] Health Insurance Scheme
[B] Free food-grain scheme
[C] MSME Subsidy Scheme
[D] Free LPG Cylinder Scheme
Answer: Free food-grain scheme
The Central Government has decided to extend the free food-grain scheme for those below the poverty
line (BPL), for another three months till December 31, 2022. This will be the seventh phase of the
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana (PMGKAY) which will cost the Centre an additional Rs 44,762
crore.
232. Who is the winner of the Dadasaheb Phalke award for the year 2020?
[A] Rajinikanth
[B] Kamal Hassan
[C] Asha Parekh
[D] Nawazuddin Siddiqui
Answer: Asha Parekh
Veteran actor Asha Parekh has been selected for the Dadasaheb Phalke award for the year 2020 and will
be presented the award at the National Film Awards ceremony, to be held in New Delhi Tamil film
superstar Rajinikanth was the recipient of the last Dadasaheb Phalke award. Asha Parekh, the 52nd
awardee of the honour, worked in more than 95 films and was the chairperson of the Central Board of
Film Certification from 1998-2001. Established in 1954, the awards are being organised by the National
Film Development Corporation (NFDC).
233. Surjapuri and Bajjika dialects, which are seen in the news, are spoken in which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Bihar
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Jharkhand
Answer: Bihar
Bihar state government has asked the state education department to set up academies for the
promotion of Surjapuri and Bajjika dialects. Surjapuri is a mix of Hindi, Urdu and Bangla. It is also known
by another name called ‘Kishanganjia’. Similar to Maithili, Bajjika is mostly spoken in northwest Bihar.
The two new academies for Bajjika and Surjapuri were set up on the lines of existing eight language
centres.
234. Which country is set to produce Carl-Gustaf M4 weapons system in India?
[A] Sweden
[B] France
[C] Australia
[D] Russia
Answer: Sweden
Swedish defence firm Saab announced its plan to set up a manufacturing facility in India for the Carl-
Gustaf M4 shoulder-fired weapon system. A new company, Saab FFV India, will make the latest rocket
launchers in India for the Indian armed forces, along with components for users of the weapon system
around the world. Production at the new facility is expected to begin in 2024 under the ‘Make in India’
initiative.
235. Which city has introduced vending machines for free bread named ‘Bread For All’?
[A] New Delhi
[B] New York
[C] Dubai
[D] Melbourne
Answer: Dubai
Vending machines for free bread named ‘Bread For All’ have been introduced in Dubai city. It is the
initiative of a foundation set up by the ruler of Dubai, Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al-Maktoum. The
food price index, which tracks the monthly change in the cost of a basket of food commodities, rose by
8.75 percent in July in the country.
236. Schneeferner, which was seen in the news, is a glacier found in which country?
[A] Russia
[B] Italy
[C] Germany
[D] Australia
Answer: Germany
The Schneeferner in the Bavarian Alps is the highest and largest glacier of Germany. As per the experts,
the Southern Schneeferner in the Alps has been removed from the Glacier status after it melted due to
extreme summer this year. As per the Bavarian Academy of Sciences, Germany now has only four
glaciers left. Many of Europe's glaciers are likely to vanish in the coming decades due to human-caused
climate change.
237. What are ‘Didymos and Dimorphos’ which were seen in the news recently?
[A] Missiles
[B] Asteroids
[C] Space Crafts
[D] Stars
Answer: Asteroids
NASA’s DART (Double Asteroid Redirection Test) mission successfully crashes spacecraft into asteroid
Dimorphos. In the world's first planetary defense technology demonstration - successfully impacted its
asteroid target. With a diameter of about 525 feet Dimorphos is the smaller of two asteroids in a double-
asteroid system. Dimorphos orbits the larger asteroid Didymos every 11 hours and 55 minutes
238. Who has been appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) in 2022?
[A] Lt Gen Anil Chauhan (Retired)
[B] Lt Gen Hari Kumar
[C] Lt Gen Manoj Pandey
[D] Lt Gen Vinod G. Khandare (Retired)
Answer: Lt Gen Anil Chauhan (Retired)
The Government has decided to appoint Lt General Anil Chauhan (Retired) as the next Chief of Defence
Staff (CDS). He shall also function as Secretary to Government of India, Department of Military Affairs.
In a career spanning over nearly 40 years, he has served in various positions. Lt General, he became the
General Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Eastern Command in 2019 until he retired in 2021.
239. Duare Ration Scheme, which was seen in the news, is implemented by which state?
[A] Karnataka
[B] New Delhi
[C] Punjab
[D] West Bengal
Answer: West Bengal
The Calcutta High Court declared the ‘Duare Ration Scheme’ of West Bengal government is ultra vires to
the National Food Security Act, 2013 and is legally void. The scheme was introduced by the state
government in November, 2021, for delivery of food grains under public distribution system at the
doorsteps of beneficiaries. AS per the High Court, State Government transgressed the limit of delegation
by obliging the Fair Price Shop dealers to distribute the rations to the beneficiaries at their doorstep in
absence of any authority.
240. Which city is the host of the ‘World Green Economy Summit’?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Dubai
[C] New York
[D] Berlin
Answer: Dubai
The 8th edition of the World Green Economy Summit was inaugurated in the city of Dubai World Trade
Centre, United Arab Emirates. Ministers, officials, and experts from around the world are taking part in
the summit, held under the theme of ‘Climate Action Leadership through Collaboration: The Roadmap to
Net-Zero’.
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