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Q.1) Who has been appointed as a member of the Olympic Channel Commission?
(1) SN Srinivasan
(2) Thomas Bach
(3) Sebastian Coe
(4) Narinder Batra
Correct Answer - (4) Narinder Batra
Explanation:
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narinder Batra has been appointed as a member of the
Olympic Channel Commission.
Q.2) Who launched the facility of instant PAN through Aadhaar based e-KYC on 28 May?
(1) Nirmala Sitharaman
(2) Anurag Thakur
(3) Narendra Modi
(4) Amit Shah
Correct Answer - (1) Nirmala Sitharaman
Explanation:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has officially launched the facility of instant PAN through Aadhaar
based e-KYC on 28 May. The facility is in line with the announcement made in the Union Budget. The
new facility is now available for those PAN applicants who possess a valid Aadhaar number and have a
mobile number registered with Aadhaar. The electronic PAN is issued to the applicants free of cost.
Q.3) Recently Shehan Madushanka was suspended from all forms of Cricket. He belongs to which
country?
(1) Pakistan
(2) Afghanistan
(3) India
(4) SriLanka
Correct Answer - (4) SriLanka
Explanation:
Sri Lanka’s cricket board suspended pace bowler Shehan Madushanka from all forms of the game, two
days after he was arrested allegedly in possession of heroin.
Q.4) Recently the 36th National Games was postponed. It was scheduled to be happen in which state?
(1) Karnataka
(2) Bihar
(3) Mp
(4) Goa
Correct Answer - (4) Goa
Explanation:
The 36th National Games, scheduled to be held in Goa, were postponed indefinitely due to the
coronavirus pandemic.
Q.5) Who is set to become Kerala’s First Woman DGP?

(1) R Sreelekha
(2) Sreelakshmi Nair
(3) Laxmi Mishra
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(4) Naina Singh

Correct Answer - (1) R Sreelekha
Explanation:
Kerala Police will get its first woman Director General when R.Sreelekha assumes office as the new head
of the Kerala Fire and Rescue Services on June 1.
Q.6) Which country has joined G7 artificial intelligence group to counter China?
(1) Russia
(2) Japan
(3) India
(4) USA
Correct Answer - (4) USA
Explanation:
The US has joined an international panel for setting ethical guidelines for the use of artificial
intelligence. The Trump administration had earlier dismissed the idea. “Chinese technology companies
are attempting to shape international standards on facial recognition and surveillance at the United
Nations. The Trump administration had been the lone holdout among leaders of the Group of Seven —
the world’s wealthiest democracies — in setting up the Global Partnership on AI.
Q.7) How much loan was granted to India to upgrade 450 kms of state highways and major district
roads in Maharashtra by Asian Development Bank?
(1) $180 million
(2) $300 million
(3) $200 million
(4) $177 million
Correct Answer - (4) $177 million
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) granted a loan of US $ 177 loan to India to upgrade 450 kms of
state highways and major district roads in Maharashtra.
Q.8) Which company has launched a new app ‘Sodar’ that will help you maintain social distance?
(1) Google
(2) Facebook
(3) Amazon
(4) Microsoft
Correct Answer - (1) Google
Explanation:
Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social distance. The tech giant has
launched a new app that will help people maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app
called ‘Sodar’, will create a visual boundary using the user’s smartphone camera and constantly show
who’s breaching that distance.
Q.9) Who has been appointed as one of the co-founder of Zomato by Deepinder Goyal, Founder and
Chief Executive Officer?
(1) Tapan Singhel
(2) Dipankar Datta
(3) Mohit Gupta
(4) Leo Puri
Correct Answer - (3) Mohit Gupta
Explanation:
Deepinder Goyal, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of food ordering platform Zomato has virtually-
appointed Mohit Gupta, the CEO- of its food delivery business as one of its co-founder.
Q.10) Missile Park ‘Agneeprastha’ will be set up at which of the following Indian Navy establishment?
(1) INS Kakinada
(2) INS Garuda

(3) INS Karna

(4) INS Kalinga
Correct Answer - (4) INS Kalinga
Explanation:
The foundation stone for a Missile Park “Agneeprastha’ was laid at INS Kalinga by Commodore Rajesh
Debnath, Commanding Officer, in the presence of Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer
Commanding-in-Chief of Eastern Naval Command here on 28th May. Once completed, the Missile Park
will be dedicated to all the Officers, Sailors and Support Staff of INS Kalinga, who have served in this
premier op-support Base of the ENC since its establishment in 1981. The Park also commemorates the
award of the prestigious Unit Citation to INS Kalinga for the year 2018-19.
Q.11) Who has been appointed as independent director of IndiGo?

(1) A K Sikri
(2) Venkataramani Sumantran
(3) Suman Gawani
(4) Abhas Jha
Correct Answer - (2) Venkataramani
Explanation:
Venkataramani Sumantran, the chairman and managing director of Chennai-based Celeris Technologies,
has been appointed the independent director of IndiGo on 29th May. Sumantran will hold the post for
the next five years.
Q.12) Recently Rbi imposed a penalty of ₹ 5 cr on which bank for non-compliance with certain
provisions, including those related with NPA?
(1) Central Bank of India
(2) Bank of India
(3) IDBI Bank
(4) SBI
Correct Answer - (2) Bank of India
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank said it has imposed a penalty of Rs 5 crore on state-owned Bank of India for non-
compliance with certain provisions, including those related with NPA.
Q.13) Which organisation release the report "Children in monetary poor households and COVID-19:
Technical Note"?
(1) UNICEF
(2) UNESCO
(3) UNIDO
(4) UNWTO
Correct Answer - (1) UNICEF
Explanation:
According to the report "Children in monetary poor households and COVID-19: Technical Note"
released jointly by the UNICEF & Save the Children, a United Kingdom based non-profit organisation
which works for child rights, the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus epidemic may increase the
number of children living in poor households in low- and middle-income countries by 86 to reach 672
million by the end of 2020.
Q.14) Government has launched India’s national Artificial Intelligence Portal. What is the address of the
portal?
(1) www.ai.gov.nic.in
(2) www.ai.gov.in
(3) www.ai.gov.co.in
(4) www.ai.gov.org.in
Correct Answer - (2) www.ai.gov.in
Explanation:

The Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Law and Justice and Communications Ravi Shankar Prasad
launched India’s national Artificial Intelligence Portal called http://www.ai.gov.in, on 30 May 2020, to
mark the the first anniversary of the second tenure of the government. The portal has been jointly
developed by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology and IT Industry.
Q.15) What is the theme of this year International Day of UN Peacekeepers?

(1) Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace
(2) Protecting Civilians Protecting Peace
(3) 70 years of Service and Sacrifice
(4) Investing in peace around the world
Correct Answer - (1) Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace
Explanation:
Every year on 29 May, the United Nations commemorates the International Day of United Nations
Peacekeepers.
Q.16) Which state launch a project that aims to provide free internet access to the poor in the State?
(1) Sikkim
(2) Kerala
(3) Karnataka
(4) Assam
Correct Answer - (2) Kerala
Explanation:
The Kerala State government has announced the Kerala Fibre Optic Network (K-FON) project will be
commissioned by December 2020. The project aims to provide free internet access to the poor in the
State. Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed the decision after a meeting with the heads of
companies of the consortium.
Q.17) Which state has decided to maintain a 'State Health Register' of all citizens?
(1) Assam
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Delhi
(4) Karnataka
Correct Answer - (4) Karnataka
Explanation:
Karnataka has banned the entry of people coming from five states- Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat,
Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh to contain the spread of COVID-19 virus. The decision was taken by
the state cabinet on May 28, 2020. The state government said that no train or flight from any of these
states will be allowed to enter or land in the state.
Q.18) Which among the following is the only nation to report a marginal rise in crude steel output in
April 2020?
(1) Japan
(2) US
(3) China
(4) South Korea
Correct Answer - (3) China
Explanation:
China, the largest crude steel producer in the world, is the only nation that reported a marginal rise in
crude steel output in April 2020. As per the World Steel Association, China produced 85.03 MT steel in
April 2020, which is marginally higher than its steel output of 84.87 MT in April 201
Q.19) NABARD has extended Rs. 1,050 crores special liquidity facility (SLF) to which state recently for
FY21?
(1) Karnataka
(2) Uttar Pradesh
(3) Tamil Nadu

(4) West Bengal

Correct Answer - (4) West Bengal
Explanation:
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has extended Rs 1,050 crore special
liquidity facility (SLF) to West Bengal (WB) so far in the current fiscal year (FY 21) for the welfare of
farmers and poor people in the state.
Q.20) Which company launched an experimental app named 'Collab' that lets users make short music
videos?
(1) Microsoft
(2) Facebook
(3) Amazon
(4) Google
Correct Answer - (2) Facebook
Explanation:
Facebook Introduced Collab, a New App for Making Short Music Videos Together. Facebook's NPE team
released a new iOS app called Collab, which is intended to be a platform for creating short 15-second
mix-and-match music videos.
Q.21) Name of the company which has acquired Amsterdam based Etergo BV to launch 2-wheeler
Electric Vehicles?
(1) Ola Electric
(2) Tata Nexon EV
(3) Maruti Suzuki
(4) Hyundai Kona Electric
Correct Answer - (1) Ola Electric
Explanation:
Ola Electric acquired the Netherlands-based Etergo BV, an innovative electric scooter company for an
undisclosed sum, as the former has planned to set its own line of premium electric two-wheelers, both
globally and nationally. Ola electric will launch its global electric two-wheeler in India in 2021. Etergo BV
has developed an all-electric state-of-the-art AppScooter, which has won multiple awards across the
world for its innovative design and engineering.
Q.22) Which country has become the largest equity FDI source of India as per latest data (2019-20)?
(1) Myanmar
(2) Singapore
(3) Mauritius
(4) United States
Correct Answer - (2) Singapore
Explanation:
Singapore again emerged as the largest equity FDI source, contributing to inflows of $14.67. However,
this is a drop from the $16.22 billion Singapore contributed in 2018-19.
Q.23) What is name of the Director-General of Sports Authority of India who has been given an
extension for a period of 2 years?
(1) Vishal Sikka
(2) Anshu Jain
(3) C. P. Gurnani
(4) Sandip Mukund Pradhan
Correct Answer - (4) Sandip Mukund Pradhan
Explanation:
Sandip Mukund Pradhan, the Director-General of Sports Authority of India was given an extension for a
period of 2 years and it will come into effect from June 6, 2020.
Q.24) Name the newly appointed CEO of food regulator FSSAI?

(1) Arun Singhal

(2) Praveen Bajwa

(3) Suman Naik
(4) Ashok Dhiman
Correct Answer - (1) Arun Singhal
Explanation:
Senior bureaucrat Arun Singhal has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of India’s
apex food regulator Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). He will succeed GSG
Ayyangar.
Q.25) Which of the following aircraft that has been recently inducted by the Indian Air Force?
(1) Tejas CK-145
(2) MiG-21
(3) Mirage 2000
(4) Tejas Mk-1 FOC
Correct Answer - (4) Tejas Mk-1 FOC
Explanation:
Tejas Mk-1 FOC aircraft has been inducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) into the recently resurrected No
18 Squadron the “Flying Bullets” at Air Force Station Sulur. Tejas Mk-1 FOC is a single engine, light
weight, highly agile and all weather multi role fighter aircraft. The aircraft is capable of air-to-air
refueling and hence makes the Squadron the first in the IAF to induct this platform. Chief of the Air Staff
(CAS) Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria operationalised the Squadron.
Q.26) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration renamed its Wide Field Infrared Survey
Telescope as?
(1) Hubble 2 Space Telescope
(2) Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
(3) Hubble legacy Space Telescope
(4) Legend Grace Space Telescope
Correct Answer - (2) Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope
Explanation:
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration renamed its Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope a
next-generation space telescope as Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope or Roman Space Telescope to
honor Nancy Grace Roman("Mother" of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope), NASA's 1st chief astronomer,
who paved way for space telescopes focused on the broader universe. This telescope is set to launch in
the mid-2020s. It will investigate long-standing astronomical mysteries, such as the force behind the
universe's expansion, and search for distant planets beyond our solar system.
Q.27) Which state announced the development of 800 km herbal roads along the state and national
highways through the state?
(1) Uttarakhand
(2) Uttar Pradesh
(3) Rajasthan
(4) Haryana
Correct Answer - (2) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and PWD Minister of State Keshav Prasad Maurya,
announced the development of 800 km herbal roads along the state and national highways through the
state.
Q.28) Who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director of Wipro
effective from 6th July 2020?
(1) Thierry Delaporte
(2) Adidali Neemuchwala
(3) Sanjay Jha
(4) Nikesh Arora
Correct Answer - (1) Thierry Delaporte

Explanation:
Wipro appointed Thierry Delaporte, COO of Capgemini, as the new Chief Executive Officer and
Managing Director effective from 6th July 2020. He will take over the position from Adidali
Neemuchwala who will be stepping down from his position on June 1. The operation of Wipro until July
5th will be monitored by its chairman Rishad Premji. He will be based in Paris and report to Rishad
Premji.
Q.29) Who was the first CM of Chhattisgarh who passed away at the age of 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh?
(1) Hemant Soren
(2) Bhupesh Baghel
(3) Ajit Jogi
(4) Raman Singh
Correct Answer - (3) Ajit Jogi
Explanation:
Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, passed away at the age of 74 in Raipur,
Chhattisgarh. He was born on April 29, 1946 in Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. He was the first CM of
Chhattisgarh.
Q.30) Who has detected a new species of silver colored small freshwater fish "Puntius sanctus" of the
Cyprinidae family in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu?
(1) Mathews Plamoottil
(2) Biswa Vairamuthu
(3) Trisha Krishnan
(4) Jagdish Mukhi
Correct Answer - (1) Mathews Plamoottil
Explanation:
Professor Mathews Plamoottil, head of the Department of Zoology at the BJM Government College,
Chavara (Kerala), has detected a new species of silver colored small freshwater fish "Puntius sanctus" of
the Cyprinidae family in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu.
Q.31) Who has been nominated by the BCCI for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award 2020?
(1) Rohit Sharma
(2) Virat Kohli
(3) Shikhar Dhawan
(4) KL Rahul
Correct Answer - (1) Rohit Sharma
Explanation:
The BCCI has nominated Rohit Sharma for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award 2020. Among
other nominations, the BCCI nominated Shikhar Dhawan, Deepti Sharma and Ishant Sharma for Arjuna
Awards.
Q.32) Who among the following has been nominated by the BCCI for Arjuna Awards?
(1) KL Rahul
(2) Shikhar Dhawan
(3) Ravindra Jadeja
(4) Jasprit Bumrah
Correct Answer - (2) Shikhar Dhawan
Explanation:
The BCCI nominated Shikhar Dhawan, Deepti Sharma and Ishant Sharma for Arjuna Awards. Shikhar
Dhawan is the only batsman in the world to win two consecutive golden bats for most runs in the ICC
Champions Trophy.
Q.33) Which nation has ended its relationship with the World Health Organisation?
(1) US
(2) China
(3) Japan

(4) India
Correct Answer - (1) US
Explanation:
The United States has officially terminated its relationship with the World Health Organisation. The US
President in a live speech accused China of having total control over WHO despite paying only USD40
million a year compared to what the US’s 450 million a year.
Q.34) Which state have launched Rozgar Setu’ scheme for skilled workers?
(1) Jharkhand
(2) Assam
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer - (4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced the launch of the ‘Rozgar Setu’
scheme, saying it would help secure employment for skilled workers who have returned.
Q.35) Which among the following space agencies recently launched astronauts to the ISS on a
commercially-made spacecraft after almost nine years?
(1) ESA
(2) CNSA
(3) NASA
(4) Roscosmos
Correct Answer - (3) NASA
Explanation:
NASA launched two astronauts on SpaceX’s Dragon Endeavour spacecraft from US soil for the first time
after nine years on May 30, 2020. This is the first time in human history that NASA astronauts entered
the International Space Station on a commercially-made spacecraft.
Q.36) The Labour Ministry launched online skills training course in partnership with which company?
(1) TCS
(2) Wipro
(3) HCL
(4) Infosys
Correct Answer - (1) TCS
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment said that it had started free online career skills training
through its National Career Service project for job-seekers registered with it.
Q.37) Which among the following countries has seen widespread protests over the death of African
American George Floyd in police custody?
(1) UK
(2) US
(3) Australia
(4) Netherlands
Explanation:
Over 40 cities in the United States including Washington DC imposed curfews on May 31, 2020 in
response to the violent protests that ripped across the nation against the death of African-American
man George Floyd in police custody. The US has called in the National Guard to respond to the protests.
Q.38) NABARD has extended how much Rs special liquidity facility to West Bengal so far in the current
fiscal year for the welfare of farmers and poor people in the state?
(1) Rs 1,050 crore
(2) Rs 4,050 crore
(3) Rs 2,050 crore

(4) Rs 3,050 crore

Correct Answer - (1) Rs 1,050 crore
Explanation:
NABARD, a development bank focusing primarily on the rural sector of the country, has extended Rs
1,050 crore special liquidity facility to West Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of
farmers and poor people in the state.
Q.39) Which country was the top source of foreign direct investment into India for the second
consecutive financial year?
(1) SriLanka
(2) Thailand
(3) Russia
(4) Singapore
Explanation:
Singapore was the top source of foreign direct investment into India for the second consecutive
financial year, accounting for about 30 per cent of FDI inflows in 2019-20.
Q.40) Recently India Observatory has come up with a Geographic Information System (GIS)-enabled
dashboard. Name it?
(1) Coast
(2) Vayu
(3) InCo
(4) InCoast
Correct Answer - (1) Coast
Explanation:
India Observatory has come up with a Geographic Information System (GIS)-enabled dashboard called
Collaboration/Covid Action Support Group (CoAST India) to monitor the movements of migrants.
Q.41) Which country has come up with a ‘One Sun One World One Grid’ (OSOWOG) initiative to set up a
framework for facilitating global cooperation?
(1) USA
(2) India
(3) France
(4) China
Correct Answer - (2) India
Explanation:
India has come up with a ‘One Sun One World One Grid’ (OSOWOG) initiative to set up a framework for
facilitating global cooperation in this regard aiming at building a global ecosystem of interconnected
renewable energy resources that can be seamlessly shared.
Q.42) Who laid the foundation stone for a Missile Park named 'Agneeprastha' in Visakhapatnam?
(1) Jitendra Singh
(2) Biswa Vairamuthu
(3) Rajesh Debnath
(4) Jagdish Mukhi
Correct Answer - (3) Rajesh Debnath
Explanation:
The foundation stone for a Missile Park named 'Agneeprastha' was laid by Commodore Rajesh Debnath
& a 2 MegaWatt(MW) solar photovoltaic plant was commissioned by Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag
Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command at INS Kalinga, Visakhapatnam. Agneeprastha
aims to capture glimpses of Missile History of INS Kalinga since its inception in 1981.
Q.43) The central government has approved how much package for distressed MSMEs?
(1) Rs 20000 crore
(2) Rs 30000 crore

(3) Rs 25000 crore

(4) Rs 40000 crore
Correct Answer - (1) Rs 20000 crore
Explanation:
The central government has approved Rs 20,000 crore to provide equity support to 2 lakh stressed
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Q.44) How much amount was approved by Centre government for the implementation of Jal Jeevan
Mission in Chhattisgarh during 2020-21?
(1) ₹500 cr
(2) ₹335 cr
(3) ₹450 cr
(4) ₹445 cr
Correct Answer - (4) ₹445 cr
Explanation:
The Union Government has approved Rs 445 crore for the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission in
Chhattisgarh during 2020-21.
Q.45) Who has been appointed as new CEO of Carat India?

(1) RS Dhillon
(2) Nirvan Joshi
(3) Nilesh Shah
(4) Anita Kotwani
Correct Answer - (4) Anita Kotwani
Explanation:
Anita Kotwani has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Carat India, a media agency owned
by Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN). She was earlier serving as the senior vice president, new business and
client lead, for The Walt Disney business at Mindshare India.
Q.46) Which country has topped the StartupBlink’s Startup Ecosystem Rankings Report 2020?
(1) Israel
(2) United Kingdom
(3) United States
(4) Germany
Correct Answer - (3) United States
Explanation:
United States has topped the ranking list with a score of 123.167. United Kingdom, Israel, Canada and
Germany are the top 5 countries in the list respectively.
Q.47) What is the rank of India in the Startup Ecosystem Rankings Report 2020 by StartupBlink?
(1) 10
(2) 17
(3) 23
(4) 29
Correct Answer - (3) 23
Explanation:
StartupBlink has launched the Startup Ecosystem Rankings Report 2020 that ranks 1,000 cities and 100
countries worldwide, based on their startup ecosystem strength and activity level. India has dropped 6
places to be ranked at 23rd spot in the latest ranking, with a score of 5.698. Last year it was placed at
17th spot.
Q.48) Which among these brands has topped the Brand Finance’s 2020 Brand Value Report 5000?
(1) Microsoft
(2) Amazon
(3) Samsung
(4) Google

Correct Answer - (2) Amazon

Explanation:
Brand Finance has released its annual Brand Value Report 5000 for the year 2020. It is for the third
consecutive year that Amazon has retained the title of the world’s most valuable brand having brand
valuation of $220,791 million. It is also made history by becoming the first brand in Brand Finance
Global 500 to exceed US$200 billion value mark. Google has jumped one place up to come second in the
list at $159,722 million. In 2019 it was at 3rd spot.
Q.49) The World Athletics anti-doping body handed a four year ban to which indian sports person?
(1) Kiranjeet Kaur
(2) M. R. Poovamma
(3) Kunjarani Devi
(4) K. T. Irfan
Correct Answer - (1) Kiranjeet Kaur
Explanation:
The World Athletics anti-doping body handed a four year ban to 32 year old Kiranjeet Kaur, long-
distance runner, for violation of anti-doping rule with the abuse of Enobosarm and its metabolite. The
samples were tested in the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory in Doha since the
National Dope Testing laboratory is under suspension from the World Anti-Doping Agency.
Q.50) Who among the following has been nominated for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award by Boxing
Federation of India?
(1) Manish Kaushik
(2) Shiva Thapa
(3) Gaurav Solanki
(4) Amit Pangal
Correct Answer - (4) Amit Pangal
Explanation:
World silver-medallist Amit Panghal and the seasoned Vikas Krishan were nominated by the Boxing
Federation of India for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna Award on June 1, 2020.
Q.51) Who among the following has been nominated for Arjuna Awards by the Boxing Federation?
(1) Nikhat Zareen
(2) Laishram Sarita Devi
(3) Lovlina Borgohain
(4) Pinki Rani
Correct Answer - (3) Lovlina Borgohain
Explanation:
The Boxing Federation of India has nominated Lovlina Borgohain (69kg), Simranjit Kaur (64kg) and
Manish Kaushik (63kg) for the Arjuna awards. Lovlina Borgohain has won world bronze twice.
Q.52) Find the city which has topped among Indian cities in “2020 Cities Global Ranking of Startup
Ecosystem” report.
(1) Chennai
(2) Bengaluru
(3) Mumbai
(4) New Delhi
Correct Answer - (2) Bengaluru
Explanation:
Among the top 100 startup cities, only four India cities were named in “2020 Cities Global Ranking of
Startup Ecosystem” while total of 38 cities made it to the world’s top 1000 cities with startup
ecosystems. Bengaluru (down by three ranks to 14th position), New Delhi (up by three spots to 15th
position) Mumbai (improved by seven spots to 22nd position) Hyderabad (falling 21 ranks to
disappointing 96th position). Last year, seven cities were ranked in the top 100 list versus four this year.

Q.53) The United Nations Security Council has extended the individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms
embargo in which country until May 2021?
(1) South Sudan
(2) North Korea
(3) China
(4) Russia
Correct Answer - (1) South Sudan
Explanation:
The United Nations Security Council has extended the individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms
embargo in South Sudan until May 2021. An arms embargo is a restriction or a set of sanctions that
applies solely to weaponry.
Q.54) How many Rajya Sabha seats will be up for elections on June 19?
(1) 17
(2) 18
(3) 21
(4) 15
Explanation:
The Election Commission of India on June 1 announced that the Rajya Sabha elections for pending 18
seats will now be held on June 19, 2020. The elections were earlier scheduled to be held on March 26
but were deferred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.55) When will UN Security Council elections be held?

(1) June 17th
(2) June 15th
(3) June 30th
(4) September 12th
Correct Answer - (1) June 17th
Explanation:
The UN Security Council Elections for five non-permanent members will be held on June 17, 2020.
France has taken over the Presidency of the council for the month of June.
Q.56) Who assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Govt. of India on 1 June 2020?
(1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
(2) Binoy Kumar
(3) Giriraj Goswami
(4) Piyush Tripathi
Correct Answer - (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
Explanation:
Shri Pradip Kumar Tripathi has assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Govt. of India on 1 June
2020. He took over as Secretary upon the superannuation of present incumbent Binoy Kumar. The
appointment was approved by the Appointment Committee of Cabinet.
Q.57) Which institute has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's
largest natural water reservoir?
(1) IIT Bombay
(2) IIT Madras
(3) IIT Indore
(4) IIT Tirupati
Correct Answer - (2) IIT Madras
Explanation:
A research project undertaken by the Indian Institute of Technology Madras, a public technical and
research university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins
in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water reservoir.

Q.58) NTPC has collaborated with which Bank to provide learning opportunities to its 19,000+
employees and their family members amid nationwide lockdown?
(1) HSBC Bank
(2) World Bank
(3) The Asian Development Bank
(4) The New Development Bank
Correct Answer - (2) World Bank
Explanation:
NTPC Ltd. has offered learning opportunities to its 19,000+ employees and their family members amid
nationwide lockdown. The move by the company is to meet the requirements of the lockdown imposed
due to the COVID-19 pandemic. NTPC has collaborated with the World Bank to provide learning
opportunities. The collaboration aims to provide an opportunity to be part of a rigorous online technical
course, attending virtual classes, giving assessments, and, eventually, obtaining certifications.
Q.59) Which state has launched a corona mobile application to provide information regarding hospital
beds and ventilators?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Delhi
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Karnataka
Correct Answer - (2) Delhi
Explanation:
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has launched 'Delhi Corona' mobile application to help track
hospital beds and ventilators for COVID-19 patients. The app is available for download on Google Play.
Q.60) Which state's Chief Minister and three state cabinet ministers are under self-quarantine after
tourism minister, tested positive for COVID-19 virus?
(1) Rajasthan
(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat and three state cabinet ministers are under self-
quarantine after tourism minister, Satpal Maharaj tested positive for COVID-19 virus.
Q.61) Who is the new Chairman of the board of Twitter Inc?

(1) Jesse Cohn
(2) Jack Dorsey
(3) Patrick Pichette
(4) Egon Durban
Correct Answer - (3) Patrick Pichette
Explanation:
Twitter Inc has appointed Patrick Pichette, a former chief financial officer (CFO) at Google, as the new
chairman of the company’s board. It is the first time in Twitter’s history that an outsider will preside
over the group. Pichette will replace Omid Kordestani.
Q.62) Which Bank has partnered with Chalo to launch contactless card for bus passengers?
(1) IDBI Bank
(2) Yes Bank
(3) SBI
(4) PNB
Correct Answer - (2) Yes Bank
Explanation:

Yes Bank has partnered with Chalo to launch of a co-branded contactless travel card in Mangalore and
Udupi, which would enable users to load money on the card to make ‘tap to pay’ payments across
buses.
Q.63) Which scheme was launched by the government to provide affordable loans to street vendors?
(1) PM SVANIDHI
(2) PM SEVA
(3) PMMVY
(4) PMAAY
Correct Answer - (1) PM SVANIDHI
Explanation:
Union Government launched PM SVANIDHI – Pradhan Mantri Street Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Nidhi – a
special micro-credit facility scheme for providing affordable loan to street vendors.
Q.64) Recently which scheme was announced by the centre to benefit small businesses and cottage
industries?
(1) Mudra Shishu
(2) Arogya Lakshmi
(3) Kishor Shishu
(4) Vayu
Correct Answer - (1) Mudra Shishu
Explanation:
The centre has announced the launch of ‘Mudra Shishu loan’ to benefit small businesses and cottage
industries.
Q.65) Former External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar has been appointed as India's Next
Ambassador to which nation?
(1) Finland
(2) Poland
(3) Belgium
(4) Sweden
Correct Answer - (1) Finland
Explanation:
The former spokesperson of the External Affairs Ministry, Raveesh Kumar has been appointed as India's
next Ambassador to Finland. Kumar is a 1995-batch Indian Foreign Service officer. He served as the
spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs from July 2017 to April 2020.
Q.66) Which country has launched the world’s first app that utilised the Exposure Notification API
developed by Apple and Google?
(1) Germany
(2) Switzerland
(3) Denmark
(4) USA
Correct Answer - (2) Switzerland
Explanation:
Switzerland has launched the world’s first app that utilised the Exposure Notification API developed by
Apple and Google.
Q.67) Who will chair the IBBI advisory committee on service providers?
(1) Sanjay Sharma
(2) Bimal Patel
(3) Akshay Gupta
(4) TV Mohandas Pai
Correct Answer - (4) TV Mohandas Pai
Explanation:

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has reconstituted its advisory committee on service
providers and it would now be chaired by Manipal Global Education Services Chairman T V Mohandas
Pai. The 12-member panel would advise and provide professional support on regulation and
development of the service providers dealt with by the IBBI.
Q.68) Who launched technology-based solution named as CHAMPIONS for MSME sector, in New Delhi?
(1) Prakash Javedkar
(2) Nitin Gadkari
(3) Ram Vilas Paswan
(4) Narendra Modi
Correct Answer - (4) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
PM launches technology-based solution CHAMPIONS to provide one stop solutions to MSMEs. Prime
Minister Narendra Modi launched technology-based solution named as CHAMPIONS for MSME sector,
today in New Delhi.
Q.69) Which organisation along with 37 nations and numerous partners has launched a ‘COVID-19
Technology Access Pool’?
(1) WHO
(2) UNICEF
(3) UNESCO
(4) ILO
Correct Answer - (1) WHO
Explanation:
WHO along with 37 nations and numerous partners has launched a ‘COVID-19 Technology Access Pool’
which aims to make vaccines and other key COVID-19 tools accessible to all. C-TAP will provide a “one-
stop shop” for scientific knowledge, data and intellectual property to be “shared equitably by global
community”.
Q.70) Who took charge as Deputy Managing Director at Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank)?
(1) Manoj Pillai
(2) Sanjay Singh
(3) Mohammed Mustafa
(4) Harsha Bangari
Correct Answer - (4) Harsha Bangari
Explanation:
Harsha Bangari takes charges as Exim Bank Deputy Managing Director. Harsha Bangari on Monday took
charge as Deputy Managing Director at Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank), Prior to this, Bangari
was the Chief General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of the bank.
Q.71) Which nation is the smallest ever nation to secure a UNSC seat?
(1) St. Vincent and the Grenadines
(2) Estonia
(3) Tunisia
(4) Niger
Correct Answer - (1) St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Explanation:
Five nations including Vietnam, Niger, Estonia, Tunisia, St. Vincent and the Grenadines were elected to
the UNSC earlier this month for a two-year term beginning January 2020. St. Vincent and the
Grenadines is the smallest-ever nation to secure a UNSC seat.
Q.72) PM Narendra Modi will be holding a high-level summit with the Prime Minister of which nation?
(1) Japan
(2) New Zealand
(3) South Africa
(4) Australia

Correct Answer - (4) Australia

Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be holding an 'India-Australia Virtual Summit' with Australian PM
Scott Morrison on June 4, 2020. The Australian Prime Minister was scheduled to visit India this year but
the visit could not take place. Hence, the two leaders decided to hold a virtual summit.
Q.73) Which organisation launched Khelo India e-Pathshala, an online coaching programme for
grassroot level?
(1) Sports Authority of India
(2) Nasscom
(3) Niti Aayog
(4) IOC
Correct Answer - (1) Sports Authority of India
Explanation:
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) launched Khelo India e-Pathshala in association with National Sports
Federations (NSF) with an aim to provide first-ever national-level open online coaching and education
programme for grassroot-level athletes.
Q.74) What is theme of this year World Menstrual Hygiene Day?

(1) Periods in Pandemic
(2) Its time for action
(3) Good Hygiene
(4) Hygiene Management
Correct Answer - (1) Periods in Pandemic
Explanation:
Every year on May 28, non-governmental organisations, government agencies, the private sector, the
media, and individuals come together to celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) to highlight the
importance of good menstrual hygiene management (MHM).World Menstrual Hygiene Day 2020 theme
is ‘Periods in Pandemic’.
Q.75) What is the theme of this year’s World Milk Day?

(1) The 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day
(2) Drink Milk-Today and Everyday
(3) Drink Move be strong
(4) Commitment to Feeding
Correct Answer - (1) the 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day
Explanation:
June 1 is celebrated as World Milk day every year. 2020 marks the 20th anniversary of World Milk day.
The day is celebrated to bring attention to how dairy supports the livelihoods of one billion people. The
theme for World Milk day 2020 is ‘The 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day’. The day is being celebrated
to promote the health benefits of milk and dairy products.
Q.76) Which nation will host the Global Vaccine Summit?

(1) France
(2) Italy
(3) UK
(4) US
Correct Answer - (3) UK
Explanation:
India is set to participate in the Global Vaccine Summit along with over 50 countries and organisations.
The UK-led virtual Global Vaccine Summit will be hosted by British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on June
4, 2020.
Q.77) Which city will host the 51st annual summit of the World Economic Forum?
(1) Seol
(2) Davos

(3) Berlin
(4) Sydney
Correct Answer - (2) Davos
Explanation:
The 51st annual summit of the World Economic Forum will be held in Davos, Switzerland under the
theme ‘The Great Reset’. The summit has been named as ‘a unique Twin Summit’.
Q.78) Which Indian institution has emerged as the best institute in the THE Asia University Rankings
2020?
(1) IISc Bangalore
(2) IISc Ropar
(3) IISc Delhi
(4) IISc Indore
Correct Answer - (1) IISc Bangalore
Explanation:
Time Higher Education (THE) released its annual THE Asia University Rankings 2020 on 03 June 2020,
which lists 489 institutions from 30 countries and regions. 56 Indian institutes participated in the 2020
ranking, out of which 8 have made it to the top 100. Among the Indian institutes, Indian Institute of
Science (IISc) Bangalore is the best institute. Globally it has been placed at 36th rank. 6 IITs have also
made place in top 100.
Q.79) Recently The government has launched the Kisan Credit Cards campaign to benefit how many
dairy farmers?
(1) 1.5 cr
(2) 2.0 cr
(3) 2.2 cr
(4) 2.5 cr
Correct Answer - (1) 1.5 cr
Explanation:
The government has launched the Kisan Credit Cards campaign to benefit dairy farmers. Under the
special drive, Kisan Credit Cards will be provided to 1.5 crore dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and
Milk producing Companies within the next two months between June 1-July 31, 2020.
Q.80) How much amount was transferred by government to 9.67 crore farmers under PM-KISAN during
lockdown?
(1) ₹10 k cr
(2) ₹15 k cr
(3) ₹19 k cr
(4) ₹20 k cr
Correct Answer - (3) ₹19 k cr
Explanation:
Under the PM- KISAN scheme, during the lockdown period from 24th of March, bhave been benefited
and an amount of over 19 thousand 350 crore rupees has been released so far. The government also
launched Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana on 12th September last year to ensure payment of
minimum pension of three thousand rupees per month to the eligible small and marginal farmers on
attaining the age of 60 year.
Q.81) The United States has issued an order seeking suspension of flights from which nation?
(1) Russia
(2) China
(3) India
(4) France
Explanation:

The United States issued an order on June 3, 2020 seeking suspension of passenger flights from China
starting from June 16, 2020. The move has been taken in retaliation to China's refusal to let US airlines
resume flights to China.
Q.82) Who took over the charge as Secretary in the Ministry of Steel?
(1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
(2) Sanjay Singh
(3) Abhinav Sharma
(4) Vikas Chaturvedi
Correct Answer - (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
Explanation:
Senior IAS officer Pradip Kumar Tripathi took over the charge as Secretary in the Ministry of Steel,
according to an official statement.
Q.83) The Union Cabinet has approved an MoU on cooperation in environment protection between
India and which nation?
(1) Bangladesh
(2) Nepal
(3) Sri Lanka
(4) Bhutan
Correct Answer - (4) Bhutan
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet chaired by the PM Narendra Modi has approved the Memorandum of Understanding
signed between India and Bhutan for cooperation in areas of the environment including air, waste,
chemical management and climate change.
Q.84) Which among these is the first bank in the country to launch mobile app-based facility for opening
current accounts in a paperless manner?
(1) Punjab National Bank
(2) Canara Bank
(3) IndusInd Bank
(4) State Bank of India
Correct Answer - (3) IndusInd Bank
Explanation:
IndusInd Bank has launched first-of-its-kind mobile app-based facility for opening current accounts in a
paperless manner. IndusInd is the first bank in India to introduce this assisted mobile application based
facility which will enable the Bank to open current accounts for self-employed individuals and
businesses digitally, in just a few hours.
Q.85) Which two countries are involved in the implementation of the Kohala Hydroelectric Power
project?
(1) India and China
(2) India and Pakistan
(3) Pakistan and China
(4) India and Bangladesh
Correct Answer - (3) Pakistan and China
Explanation:
An agreement was signed between China and Pakistan to implement the Kohala Hydroelectric Power
project in the region of Pakistan Occupied Kashmir. The project is being implemented under the China
Pakistan Economic Corridor.
Q.86) Which of the following Program launched recently for the youth to empower the youth of India?
(1) Responsible Society for Youth
(2) Responsible Skillset for Youth
(3) Responsible Mindset for Youth
(4) Responsible AI for Youth

Correct Answer - (4) Responsible AI for Youth

Explanation:
National Program for the youth titled “Responsible AI for Youth” has been launched by the Union
Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, Communications and Law & Justice, Ravi Shankar
Prasad. The program has been launched to empower the youth of India with appropriate new age tech
mind-set, hence making them digitally ready for the future. This program will provide students from
Government schools pan India an opportunity to become part of the skilled workforce in an inclusive
manner.
Q.87) Which Indian port trust has been renamed as Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port trust?
(1) Kolkata Port Trust
(2) Paradip Port Trust
(3) Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust
(4) Visakhapatnam Port Trust
Correct Answer - (1) Kolkata Port Trust
Explanation:
The central government on June 3 approved to rename the Kolkata Port Trust as Syama Prasad
Mookerjee Port trust. The Kolkata Port is the first major port and the only riverine port in India. On
October 17, 1870, it came to be governed by a trust, on the appointment of the commissioners for the
improvement of the port of Calcutta as per Act V of 1870.
Q.88) Name the Indian author who has been conferred with the 2020 Commonwealth Short Story Prize
for the Asia region?
(1) Rohinton Mistry
(2) Kritika Pandey
(3) Manu Joseph
(4) Nikita Singh
Correct Answer - (2) Kritika Pandey
Explanation:
Ranchi based writer Kritika Pandey has been announced as the winner of the 2020 Commonwealth
Short Story Prize for the Asia region. The 29-year-old writer won for her story The Great Indian Tee and
Snakes.
Q.89) Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on June 4, 2020. He had won a National
Award for which film?
(1) Khatta Meetha
(2) Rajnigandha
(3) Chhoti Si Baat
(4) Durga
Correct Answer - (4) Durga
Explanation:
Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on June 4, 2020 due to age-related health issues. He
was 93. He had won the National Film Award for Best Film on Family Welfare for his film Durga. Besides
this, he had won the IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007. He has also won several Filmfare
awards.
Q.90) Which among the following days is marked on June 5 every year?
(1) World Environment Day
(2) International Yoga Day
(3) World Wildlife Day
(4) World Soil Day
Correct Answer - (1) World Environment Day
Explanation:
World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated on 5 June every year to encourage awareness and action
for the protection of our environment. The day was established by the United Nations in 1972 and first
held in 1974.

Q.91) In which state, Kondapochamma Sagar project was Inaugurated?

(1) Maharashtra
(2) Telangana
(3) Assam
(4) Odisha
Correct Answer - (2) Telangana
Explanation:
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has inaugurated the 15 TMC Kondapochamma Sagar
reservoir by switching on pumps at the Markook pump house under Gajwel Assembly segment in a
simple but solemn ceremony graced by Sri Tridandi Chinna Jeeyar Swami.
Q.92) Which country will host the 2022 AFC Women’s Asian Football Cup?
(1) Malaysia
(2) India
(3) Japan
(4) Indonesia
Explanation:
In Football, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has awarded the hosting rights of the Women’s
Asian Cup 2022 tournament to India. The decision was taken after the AFC Women’s Football
Committee meeting held on 5 June 2020. This is the first time that India will be hosting the event since
1979, in which India had finished as the runner-ups.
Q.93) Who launched the ‘#iCommit’ initiative on World Environment Day?

(1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
(2) Ravi Shankar Prasad
(3) RK Singh
(4) Piyush Goyal
Correct Answer - (3) RK Singh
Explanation:
Minister of Power (Independent Charge) R K Singh on June 5, 2020 initiated the ‘#iCommit’ campaign to
commemorate World Environment Day. The initiative calls upon all stakeholders and individuals to
continue working towards energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainability to create a robust and
resilient energy system in the future.
Q.94) Which initiative was launched by government to conduct skill mapping of citizens returning under
VBM?
(1) SWADES
(2) AAROGYA
(3) SWABIMAN
(4) VANDANA
Correct Answer - (1) SWADES
Explanation:
Union Government has launched a new initiative SWADES- Skilled Workers Arrival Database for
Employment Support to conduct a skill mapping exercise of the returning citizens under the Vande
Bharat Mission.
Q.95) How many pacts have been signed between India and Australia during the first ever India-
Australia bilateral virtual summit held on 4 June 2020?
(1) 9
(2) 12
(3) 6
(4) 15
Explanation:

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held the India-Australia virtual summit on 4 June 2020 with
Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison in a bid to strengthen bilateral ties. This is the first ever virtual
bilateral summit that India is holding with any country, and also the first for Mr Modi with any foreign
leader. One such Summit was held between Australia and Singapore in March 2020. The India-Australia
bilateral virtual summit concluded with signing of nine agreements including one to raise their
relationship to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ for wider and deeper cooperation in diverse
areas ranging from trade to defence.
Q.96) Who has been appointed as the new Indian Ambassador to the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
(1) JS Deepak
(2) Brajendra Navnit
(3) Manoj Kumar
(4) Nimish Rustagi
Correct Answer - (2) Brajendra Navnit
Explanation:
Brajendra Navnit, a 1999 IAS officer of Tamil Nadu cadre has been appointed as India’s Ambassador to
the Geneva-based World Trade Organization (WTO). He has been appointed for a period of three years.
Navnit succeeds JS Deepak, a 1982 batch IAS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, whose tenure as India’s
Ambassador to the global trade watchdog ended on May 31.
Q.97) Who among the following has recently been selected as the brand ambassador for sports brand
Adidas India?
(1) Manushi Chhillar
(2) Shruti Hassan
(3) Vartika Singh
(4) Suman Rao
Correct Answer - (1) Manushi Chhillar
Explanation:
The Indian arm of German sports brand Adidas has appointed former Miss World Manushi Chillar as its
new brand ambassador. Chillar joins the roster of Adidas ambassadors including Ranveer Singh, Rohit
Sharma, Hima Das, and over 20 other top athletes.
Q.98) India has pledged how much amount for the Global Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation?
(1) USD 15 million
(2) USD 20 million
(3) USD 10 million
(4) USD 5 million
Correct Answer - (1) USD 15 million
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged USD 15 million to the Global Alliance for Vaccines and
Immunisation (GAVI). He made the announcement during the Global Vaccine Summit hosted by the
United Kingdom (UK) on June 4, 2020.
Q.99) The mobile app “MeraVetan” has been launched by which state to provide salary-related
information to government employees?
(1) Delhi
(2) Assam
(3) Jammu & Kashmir
(4) Rajasthan
Correct Answer - (3) Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation:
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu launched a salary tracker mobile app
”MeraVetan” for providing salary-related information to government employees. The MeraVetan App
(Version-1), will enable the employees to easily access their salary and other details anytime and
anywhere.

Q.100) Which state government has launched an App for Information on Vacant Hospital Beds,
Ventilators?
(1) Kerala
(2) Delhi
(3) Odisha
(4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Delhi government launched a dedicated mobile app Delhi Corona to help people find the status of
total hospital beds and ventilators in the union territory.
Q.101) ‘Spandan Campaign’ has been launched by which state to check mental stress and depression
among the police personnel?
(1) Haryana
(2) Gujarat
(3) Chhattisgarh
(4) Himachal Pradesh
Correct Answer - (3) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
The Chhattisgarh Police have launched a special campaign named ‘Spandan Campaign’ to check mental
stress and depression among their personnel. Under the campaign, authorities will be conducting
interactive programmes and arranging counselling sessions, music and yoga therapies for the police
personnels.
Q.102) Who launched a national awareness campaign on Prevention of Human, Animal Mortality on
Highways on June 5?
(1) Nitin Gadkari
(2) Prakash Javadekar
(3) Piyush Goyal
(4) Amit Shah
Correct Answer - (1) Nitin Gadkari
Explanation:
The Union Road, Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on June 5, 2020 launched a national
awareness campaign on Prevention of Human and Animal Mortality on Highways. While launching the
campaign through Video Conference, the Union Minister underlined the need for generating awareness
and education for the masses at large towards reducing or eliminating mortality on the roads.
Q.103) Which company has announced the launch of a programme for agritech start-ups in India that
are committed to driving transformation in agriculture?
(1) Flipkart
(2) Microsoft
(3) Amazon
(4) Google
Correct Answer - (2) Microsoft
Explanation:
Microsoft has announced the launch of a programme for agritech start-ups in India that are committed
to driving transformation in agriculture.
Q.104) Which Union Ministry has launched the information booklet- 'Safe online learning in the times of
COVID-19'?
(1) Home Ministry
(2) Health Ministry
(3) HRD Ministry
(4) WCD Ministry
Correct Answer - (3) HRD Ministry
Explanation:

The Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank has launched an
information booklet titled 'Safe online learning in the times of COVID-19', which aims to raise awareness
among students and teachers regarding cyberbullying.
Q.105) What was the theme of World Environment Day 2020?

(1) Zero Tolerance for the Illegal Wildlife trade
(2) Beat Plastic Pollution
(3) Connecting People to Nature
(4) Biodiversity
Correct Answer - (4) Biodiversity
Explanation:
The theme of World Environment Day 2020 is ‘Biodiversity’. The World Environment Day 2020 theme is
extremely important, especially with the recent events of major bushfires in Australia, Brazil and the
United States.
Q.106) Which state has launched “Spandan” campaign for police?

(1) Punjab
(2) Goa
(3) Haryana
(4) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
Chhattisgarh Police have launched a special campaign titled “spandan” to check mental stress and
depression among their personnel by conducting interactive programmes and arranging counselling
sessions, music and yoga therapies. The motive of the campaign is to prevent the force from depression
and stress pushing them to take extreme steps.
Q.107) Who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Adidas recently?

(1) ManushiChhillar
(2) Priyanka Chopra
(3) YuktaMukhi
(4) Diana Hayden
Correct Answer - (1) ManushiChhillar
Explanation:
The former Miss World 2017 ManushiChhillar joined Rohit Sharma, Indian star Batsman, Hima Das
Sprinter from Assam and Actor Ranveer Singh as the brand ambassador of Adidas. She supports the
#HOMETEAMHERO challenge of Adidas to stay physically and mentally fit in the lockdown due to
COVID-19 and use sports as a platform to inspire and encourage the women and children to take up
sports.
Q.108) The NBFC company IIFL Finance has roped whom as its first ever brand ambassador?
(1) Sonu Sood
(2) Rohit Sharma
(3) Virat Kohli
(4) Akshay Kumar
Explanation:
Non-Banking finance company IIFL Finance has signed up India’s leading batsman, Rohit Sharma as its
first-ever brand ambassador. The company has launched 30-second message titled “Rohit Sharma Ki
Seedhi Baat”, under its first-ever campaign #SeedhiBaat with Rohit Sharma, which is a public service
message advising people on safety guidelines and rules to follow during lockdown to fight Covid19
outbreak.
Q.109) Central government approved Rs. 812 Crores to which state for the implementation of Jal Jeevan
Mission?
(1) Jharkhand

(2) Odisha
(3) Tamil Nadu
(4) Goa
Correct Answer - (2) Odisha
Explanation:
Centre has approved a higher allocation of Rs 812 crore for implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission in
Odisha during 2020-21 (100% connections by 2024). The Centre has approved 175 crore rupees for
implementation of JJM in Meghalaya during 2020-21 (100% connections by December 2022) &Rs. 1407
crore to Assam &Rs 1,832.66 crore to Bihar (100% target by 2020-21) &Rs 255 Crore to Arunachal
Pradesh (100% target by March 2023) also, Puducherry has set the plan to achieve the target by 2020-
21.
Q.110) Which private sector bank has introduced the 1st of its kind app to open current accounts?
(1) YES Bank
(2) ICICI Bank
(3) RBL Bank
(4) IndusInd Bank
Explanation:
IndusInd Bank Limited, an Indian new generation bank, has introduced a first-of-its-kind facility for
customers to open current accounts (CA) through its ‘Indus Corporate’ mobile app.
Q.111) Which country has proposed the expansion of the G7 grouping as G7+4, which includes India,
Australia, South Korea and Russia?
(1) United States
(2) Italy
(3) France
(4) Germany
Explanation:
The United States and the United Kingdom have proposed the expansion of the G7 grouping. While the
United States has proposed G7+4 ,which includes India, Australia, South Korea and Russia,the United
Kingdom wants a G7+3, calling it '10 Democracies (D10)' which excludes Russia.
Q.112) Who has been conferred with the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year 2020 (WEOY)?
(1) Naina Lal Kidwai
(2) Arundhati Bhattacharya
(3) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
(4) Chanda Kochhar
Correct Answer - (3) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Explanation:
Indian billionaire entrepreneur Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has been named as the EY World Entrepreneur of
the Year 2020 (WEOY). She has been emerged as the winner from among a distinguished list of 46
Entrepreneur of the Year (EOY) country award winners from 41 countries and territories. Mazumdar-
Shaw is the first woman entrepreneur from India and the third Indian to win the title in the award’s 20-
year history.
Q.113) Who was announced as the winner of regional award for Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short
story prize for her story "The Great Indian Tee and Snakes" - about love in an age of hatred and
prejudice?
(1) Kritika Pandey
(2) Ashwin Sanghi
(3) Jeet Thayil
(4) Nayantara Sahgal
Explanation:

Kritika Pandey, a 29-year-old Indian Writer from Ranchi, was announced as the winner of regional
award for Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short story prize for her story "The Great Indian Tee and Snakes"
- about love in an age of hatred and prejudice.
Q.114) Find the private bank which partnered with Mastercard India &Worldline India to launch ‘Soft
POS’.
(1) DBS Bank
(2) ICICI Bank
(3) Axis Bank
(4) HDFC Bank
Correct Answer - (3) Axis Bank
Explanation:
Axis Bank Ltd, Mastercard India &Worldline India partnered to launch a digital point-of-sale(POS)
solution ‘Soft POS’, the 1st financial payments service in India to transform everyday smartphones into
merchant POS terminals. It helps offline merchants and Kirana stores accept payments using their
smartphones.
Q.115) The product ‘Summer Treats’ has been launched by which bank to help banks customers meet
their post lockdown needs?
(1) ICICI Bank
(2) HDFC Bank
Correct Answer - (2) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
India’s largest private sector lender HDFC Bank has launched ‘Summer Treats’, to offers a range of
products to help meet the changing needs of merchants as well as salaried and self-employed
customers, due to COVID-19.
Q.116) Who is appointed as the president of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII)?
(1) Uday Kotak
(2) V Narendran
(3) Padmaja Chunduru
(4) Ramaswami Kumar
Correct Answer - (1) Uday Kotak
Explanation:
Banker Uday Kotak assumed office as the president of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for the
year 2020-21. He will replace Vikram Kirloskar, who is the chairman and managing director (MD) of
Kirloskar Systems Ltd and vice-chairman of Toyota Kirloskar Motor.
Q.117) Name the Indian airport which has bagged the award for ACI Asia-Pacific Green Airports
Platinum Recognition 2020?
(1) Kempegowda International Airport
(2) Indira Gandhi International Airport
(3) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
(4) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
Correct Answer - (3) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Explanation:
The Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific announced the results of the ACI Asia-Pacific Green
Airports Recognition 2020 on 5 June 2020. The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad has
received the Platinum award in the 15-35 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA) category for its water
management practices.
Q.118) Which space agency has partnered with NASA to host a deep-space ground station to support
human spaceflight missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond?
(1) Roscosmos

(2) JAXA
(3) CNSA
(4) SANSA
Correct Answer - (4) SANSA
Explanation:
The South African National Space Agency(SANSA) has partnered with National Aeronautics and Space
Administration(NASA) to host a deep-space ground station to support human spaceflight missions to
the Moon, Mars and beyond. South Africa became the 4th country after the United States of America,
Spain and Australia to host a deep space ground station.
Q.119) Facebook to acquire 9.9% stake in Jio Platforms through which company?
(1) Jaadhu Holdings LLC
(2) Keiretsu Holdings LLC
(3) Berkshire Hathaway Holdings LLC
(4) ChaebolHoldings LLC
Correct Answer - (1) Jaadhu Holdings LLC
Explanation:
As per regulatory documents, Facebook will acquire 9.9 per cent stake in Jio Platforms via a new entity
Jaadhu Holdings LLC, which was announced in April 2020 with an investment of $ 5.7 billion (Rs 43,574
crore). Jaadhu is a newly incorporated company formed in March 2020 under the laws of the State of
Delaware, US(United States) and is not engaged in any business in India or anywhere.
Q.120) Who authored the book titled, “The Dry Fasting Miracle: From Deprive to Thrive” (Co-author –
Sheikh Abdulaziz)?
(1) Luke Coutinho
(2) Deepak Chopra
(3) John Ratey
(4) Brian Keane
Correct Answer - (1) Luke Coutinho
Explanation:
The Dry Fasting Miracle: From Deprive to Thrive, a book on the benefits of dry fasting diet by the
famous personal lifestyle coach and author, Luke Coutinho and co-authored by a member of UAE’s
Ajman royal Family, Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Ali Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, published under the Ebury Press a
division of Penguin Random House and the ebook version is available on Kindle.
Q.121) Which state/UT government has proposed Dinkar yojana in the state/UT budget?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Gujarat
(3) Punjab
(4) West Bengal
Correct Answer - (2) Gujarat
Explanation:
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Nitin Patel presented a Rs 2,17,287 crore budget for
the financial year 2020-21, which is higher by Rs 12,472 crore over the previous Budget in 2019-20.
Dinkar scheme announced a to provide electricity supply during the day time for irrigation for next 3
years.
Q.122) Who has been appointed as the UNADAP’s ‘Goodwill Ambassador to the Poor’?
(1) Nethra
(2) Krithika
(3) Chitra
(4) Divya
Correct Answer - (1) Nethra
Explanation:
The United Nations Association for Development and Peace(UNADAP) appointed 13-year-old Madurai
girl Nethra as its ‘Goodwill Ambassador to the Poor’ as she persuaded her father C. Mohan, a salon

owner who spent his savings Rs 5 lakhs for his daughter’s education. Also, helping with essentials to
nearly 1,500 families despite his salon being closed for 2months as part of COVID-19 lockdown with no
other income during the period.
Q.123) Which company launched Telematics-Based ‘Pay-As-You-Drive’ Cover for Private Cars?
(1) Tata AIG General Insurance
(2) New India Assurance
(3) United India Insurance
(4) IDBI Federal Insurance
Correct Answer - (1) Tata AIG General Insurance
Explanation:
Tata AIG General Insurance has joined the list of a select few insurers to offer usage-based insurance
cover to private car owners which reduces the overall premium payout.
Q.124) Virtual Global Vaccine Summit 2020 was hosted by which country?
(1) USA
(2) China
(3) UK
(4) Russia
Explanation:
Virtual Global Vaccine Summit 2020 was hosted by the UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson urging
countries and organizations to pledge funding for vaccinations to save millions of lives. India was
represented by the Prime Minister Narendra Modi in the summit.
Q.125) Which bank launched India’s 1st mobile app-based facility for opening current accounts?
(1) Federal Bank
(2) IndusInd Bank
(3) SBI
(4) Kotak Mahindra Bank
Explanation:
IndusInd Bank announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind assisted mobile application based facility, that
enables the bank to open current accounts for self-employed individuals and businesses digitally, in just
a few hours.
Q.126) Which state/UT has launched India’s 1st “online waste management platform” recently.
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) West Bengal
(3) Gujarat
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer - (4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh(AP) Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched India’s 1st “online waste
management platform” of Andhra Pradesh Environment Management Corporation(APEMC) on the
occasion of World Environment Day to ensure 100% safe disposal of industrial toxic wastes. The State
Department of Environmental Management, APEMC, will take over responsibility of the online
platform.
Q.127) Which state government launched MeraVetan App to provide salary related information to
employees?
(1) Jammu and Kashmir
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Sikkim
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (1) Jammu and Kashmir

Explanation:
Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu launched JK Employees Salary Tracker Mobile App-
‘MeraVetan’ (Version-1) at Raj Bhavan.
Q.128) Which state government implemented Food forest’ project in tribal belts of Attapady?
(1) Kerala
(2) Assam
(3) Mizoram
(4) Odisha
Explanation:
Kerala’s first ‘food forest’ is being prepared at tribal belts of Attapady in Palakkad district.
Q.129) Which campaign was initiated by Power Minister RK Singh on the occasion of World
Environment Day?
(1) iCommit
(2) iSave
(3) iDay
(4) iEnvironment
Correct Answer - (1) iCommit
Explanation:
Power Minister R K Singh initiated the ‘#iCommit’ campaign on the occasion of World Environment Day.
Q.130) Which scheme was launched by government on occasion of World Environment Day to develop
200 Urban Forests across country in the next 5 years?
(1) Save Van
(2) Pedh Sahai
(3) Setu Vayu
(4) Nagar Van
Correct Answer - (4) Nagar Van
Explanation:
On the occasion of the World Environment Day, the Central government announced the
implementation of ‘Nagar Van’ scheme to develop 200 Urban Forests across the country in the next five
years.
Q.131) which state government gave Rs 10,000 each to 2.62 lakh auto, cab drivers in state?
(1) Assam
(2) Telangana
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
In a bid to help auto and taxi drivers affected due to the COVID-19 lockdown, the Andhra Pradesh
government disbursed four months in advance an annual financial assistance of Rs 10,000 to each of
the 2.62 lakh beneficiaries under a state welfare scheme.
Q.132) As per the latest survey data of the National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA), how many
tigers died in India during the period between 2012 and 2019?
(1) 750
(2) 890
(3) 410
(4) 580
Explanation:
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has shared the data related to details of tiger deaths
during the eight year period between 2012 and 2019. According to the official data of NTCA, as many as

750 tigers died in the country in the last eight years due to poaching and other causes. Of these total
tiger mortalities, 369 were due to natural causes, 168 due to poaching, 70 deaths are under scrutiny
and 42 due to unnatural reasons, including accident or conflicts events and 101 seizures.
Q.133) Which state of India accounted for highest number of tigers deaths during 2012-2019, as per the
survey report of National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)?
(1) West Bengal
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Assam
(4) Gujarat
Explanation:
The data showed that Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of 526 tigers in the country. However,
Madhya Pradesh reported the highest tiger deaths during this eight year period at 173, of which, 38
were due to poaching, 94 natural deaths, 19 under scrutiny, six due to the unnatural causes and 16
seizures. Maharashtra has reported second highest casualties at 125 during this period followed by 111
in Karnataka. It is reported that the present tiger population in the country is estimated at 2967 (lower
and upper limits being 2603 and 3346 respectively).
Q.134) What is the theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020?

(1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
(2) Our Oceans: greening our future
(3) Our Oceans, Our Future
(4) Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet
Correct Answer - (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
Explanation:
The theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020 is “Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean.” World Oceans Day
was officially recognised by the United Nations in 2008.
Q.135) What is the theme of the World Food Safety Day (WFSD)?
(1) Good Food For Healthy Life
(2) Safe Food for Safe Future
(3) Food Safety, Everyone’s Business
(4) Food Safety our Responsibility
Correct Answer - (3) Food Safety, Everyone’s Business
Explanation:
Theme 2020: Food Safety, Everyone’s Business. The day was declared by the United Nations General
Assembly in December 2018 and the first World Food Safety Day (WFSD) was held on 7 June 2019.
Q.136) Which nation has declared itself COVID virus-free?

(1) Australia
(2) South Korea
(3) Sweden
(4) New Zealand
Correct Answer - (4) New Zealand
Explanation:
New Zealand has declared itself COVID-free after the recovery of its last coronavirus patient. With this,
the nation will be lifting all restrictions imposed to contain the virus including social distancing and
restrictions on public gatherings.
Q.137) Which place has been declared as Uttarakhand’s new summer capital?
(1) Rishikesh
(2) Kashipur
(3) Ramnagar
(4) Bhararisen
Correct Answer - (4) Bhararisen

Explanation:
Bhararisen (Garisain) in the Chamoli district has been declared as Uttarakhand’s new summer capital.
The landmark decision makes Uttarakhand the second state in India after Jammu and Kashmir to have
two capitals.
Q.138) Which state topped India’s State Food Safety Index among larger states?
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Gujarat
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Telangana
Explanation:
Gujarat has topped India’s food safety index among larger states, while Goa topped the index among
the small states, as per the information shared by FSSAI on June 7, 2020. Gujarat was followed by Tamil
Nadu and Maharashtra among the larger states in food safety and Goa was followed by Manipur and
Meghalaya among the smaller states.
Q.139) Which Union Territory topped India's Food Safety Index?

(1) Delhi
(2) Andaman & Nicobar Islands
(3) Puducherry
(4) Chandigarh
Correct Answer - (4) Chandigarh
Explanation:
Chandigarh has topped India’s food safety index among the union territories. Chandigarh was followed
by Delhi and the Andaman and Nicobar Islands in food safety.
Q.140) Which state government launched India’s first online waste management platform?
(1) Jharkhand
(2) Assam
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
The Andhra Pradesh government launched what it claimed to be the country’s first online Waste
Exchange Platform to ensure 100 per cent safe disposal of industrial toxic wastes.
Q.141) Which state has made Bande Utkala Janani its state song?
(1) Odisha
(2) Tripura
(3) Manipur
(4) Jharkhand
Explanation:
The Odisha Cabinet on June 7, 2020 according to Odisha state song status to Bande Utkala Janani. The
move comes a week after the Odisha CM urged all the people of the state to sing the song to express
gratitude to the COVID warriors.
Q.142) Which state started a tree plantation campaign called 'Thanks Mom'?
(1) Utar Pradesh
(2) Andhra Pradesh
(3) Arunachal Pradesh
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:

Plantation drive named "Thank Mom" started in Madhya Pradesh. In Madhya Pradesh, a plantation
drive named "Thank Mom" has been started on the premises of Social Justice and Disabled Welfare
Directorate from today on World Environment Day.
Q.143) India signed an agreement recently with which nation to boost cooperation in the power sector?
(1) Switzerland
(2) Germany
(3) Denmark
(4) Norway
Correct Answer - (3) Denmark
Explanation:
India and Denmark have signed an MoU to develop cooperation in the power sector. The main objective
behind the agreement is to develop a strong, deep and long-term co-operation between the two
countries in the power sector based on equality, reciprocity and mutual benefit.
Q.144) Who becomes the first Indian to receive the Richard Dawkins Award 2020?
(1) Rohit Sharma
(2) Javed Akhtar
(3) N. Modi
(4) Virat Kohli
Correct Answer - (2) Javed Akhtar
Explanation:
Poet, lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar has become the first Indian to receive the prestigious Richard
Dawkins Award for 2020 for critical thinking, holding religious dogma upto scrutiny, advancing human
progress and humanist values.
Q.145) Union government has announced no new schemes will be launched till ______.
(1) January 1, 2021
(2) June 30, 2021
(3) December 31, 2021
(4) March 31, 2021
Correct Answer - (4) March 31, 2021
Explanation:
The Union Finance Ministry has asked all ministries and departments to not initiate any new scheme in
the current financial year as there is a need to use resources prudently in the wake of the COVID-19
crisis. Only funds for schemes under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package, the Aatmanirbhar
Bharat Abhiyan package and any other special package or announcement would be allocated, according
to an office memorandum by the Department of Expenditure under the Finance Ministry. Any scheme
that has already been approved for the current financial year, including those schemes for which in-
principle approval has been given, will remain suspended till March 31, 2021 or further orders.
Q.146) Several lawmakers from around the world have formed an Inter-Parliamentary Alliance to
counter which nation?
(1) United States
(2) Iran
(3) China
(4) Israel
Explanation:
Senior lawmakers from eight countries including the US and UK have come together to form a new
Inter-Parliamentary Alliance to counter China (IPAC). The alliance aims to counter China’s growing
threat to global trade, human rights and security.
Q.147) Who were named the Womens Super League champions 2020?
(1) Chelsea
(2) The Blues

(3) Aston Villa

(4) Manchester City
Correct Answer - (1) Chelsea
Explanation:
Chelsea FC Women were named the Womens Super League champions overtaking Manchester City on
a points-per-game record, following the termination of the 2019/20 season last month.
Q.148) Which country has topped the Environment Performance Index 2020?
(1) Greece
(2) Switzerland
(3) Norway
(4) Denmark
Correct Answer - (4) Denmark
Explanation:
Denmark has topped the index of 2020, followed by Luxembourg, Switzerland at next two positions.
Q.149) What is India's Rank on Environment Performance Index 2020?

(1) 165
(2) 166
(3) 167
(4) 168
Explanation:
India secured 168 rank in the 12th edition of the biennial Environment Performance Index (EPI Index
2020) — that measured the environmental performance of 180 countries — and was released by the
Yale University on June 4, 2020.
Q.150) What is the theme of 2020 World Oceans Day?

(1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
(2) Ocean Pollution
(3) Gender and the Ocean
(4) Preventing plastic pollution
Correct Answer - (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
Explanation:
The theme for the 2020 World Ocean Day is “Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean.” The UN World
Oceans Day celebration in 2020 was held as a virtual event produced in partnership with Oceanic
Global. The theme is in line with the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
Q.151) India assured to reconstruct 56 schools in which country?

(1) Bhutan
(2) Myanmar
(3) Sri Lanka
(4) Nepal
Correct Answer - (4) Nepal
Explanation:
The Embassy of India and the Central Level Project Implementation Unit (CLPIU) of the Ministry of
Education, Nepal signed 7 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) for re-building 56 higher secondary
schools. Included areas in the MOU for the reconstruction of schools are located in Gorkha, Nuwakot,
Dhading, Dolakha, Kavrepalanchowk, Ramechhap and Sindhupalchowk district of Nepal.
Q.152) Who has been appointed as the head of Search and Assistant of Google?
(1) Nivedita Sharma
(2) Sundar Pichai
(3) Ben Gomes
(4) Prabhakar Raghavan
Correct Answer - (4) Prabhakar Raghavan

Explanation:
Google has announced that it has appointed Prabhakar Raghavan as the head of Search and Assistant.
Q.153) Which state governemtn has launched "Raj Kaushal Portal" and "Online Shramik Employment
Exchange"?
(1) Punjab
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Bihar
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (2) Rajasthan
Explanation:
"Raj Kaushal Portal" and "Online Shramik Employment Exchange" has been launched by the Rajasthan
Goverment. The portal has been developed by the department of Information and Technology (IT) and
Rajasthan Skill & Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC). The "Raj Kaushal Portal" aims to
improve availability of opportunities for the migrated workers and hence acts as a bridge between
industry and labourers.
Q.154) A massive fire erupted in an well located in which among the following states?
(1) Tripura
(2) Assam
(3) Tamil Nadu
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer - (2) Assam
Explanation:
A massive fire erupted at a leaking natural-gas well in Assam’s Tinsukia district on June 8, 2020. The oil
well, part of Baghjan oil fields, is owned by Oil India Limited (OIL). The oil well has reportedly been
leaking gas since the last 14 days after it suffered damage following a blowout on May 27.
Q.155) Which company has signed the United Nations Global Compact’s (UNGC) initiative to reduce the
CO2 emissions?
(1) TCS
(2) Tech Mahindra
(3) CTS
(4) L&T
Correct Answer - (2) Tech Mahindra
Explanation:
Tech Mahindra Ltd, an IT subsidiary of the Mahindra Group has joined 155 global companies by inking a
joint declaration with United Nations (UN) Global Compact urging governments to align their COVID-19
recovery efforts with the latest climate science.
Q.156) Who has been appointed as chairperson of the British Academy of Film and Television Arts?
(1) Alok Sharma
(2) Rishi Sunak
(3) Priti Patel
(4) Krishnendu Majumdar
Correct Answer - (4) Krishnendu Majumdar
Explanation:
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts(BAFTA) appointed Emmy-winning television producer of
'Hoff The Record' Krishnendu Majumdar as its chairperson for the next 3 years. He becomes the 1st
Indian origin Chair from the United Kingdom in its 73 year-long history & is also the youngest chair in 35
years. He succeeds Pippa Harris who will continue as a deputy chairperson.
Q.157) Name the company which has launched ‘Sodar’ app to help people maintain social distancing.
(1) IBM
(2) Microsoft
(3) Facebook

(4) Google
Correct Answer - (4) Google
Explanation:
Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social distance. The tech giant has
launched a new app that will help people maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app
has been developed under Experiments with Google and is not available on the Google Play Store but
can be side-loaded separately. The app called ‘Sodar’.
Q.158) Which cricketer has been signed up as brand ambassador of IIFL Finance?
(1) Rohit Sharma
(2) Virat Kohli
(3) MS Dhoni
(4) Shikhar Dhawan
Explanation:
Non-Banking finance company, IIFL Finance has signed up cricketer Rohit Sharma as its brand
ambassador.
Q.159) Name the world’s 1st ‘Internet-controlled’ robot which was specially designed for COVID-19
hospitals.
(1) M-Bot
(2) Mobot
(3) I-Bot
(4) Coro-bot
Correct Answer - (4) Coro-bot
Explanation:
A 23-year old Thane engineer, Pratik Tirodkar, founder of a start-up PNT Solutions, Dombivali developed
the world’s 1st ‘Internet-controlled’ robot named ‘Coro-bot’ to address the needs of the hospitals
treating COVID-19 patients. It is deployed for the 1st time in Holy Cross Hospital, Kalyan, Maharashtra.
Q.160) North Korea has cut off its hotlines with which nation?
(1) South Korea
(2) China
(3) Japan
(4) US
Correct Answer - (1) South Korea
Explanation:
North Korea has said that it is cutting communication hotlines with South Korea. At least 49 hotlines
have been set up between the two nations for diplomatic talks, discussions over economy and military
operations and for coordination of air and sea traffic.
Q.161) Which among the following awards has been cancelled for 2020 due to COVID-19?
(1) Ramon Magsaysay awards
(2) Nobel Prize
(3) National Awards
(4) Academy Awards
Correct Answer - (1) Ramon Magsaysay awards
Explanation:
Ramon Magsaysay awards, known as Asia’s version of the Nobel Prize, have been cancelled this year
due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Manila-based foundation issued a statement on June 9, 2020
saying that it has no choice but to cancel the 2020 awards with COVID-19 almost immobilizing the
world.
Q.162) Who has honored with “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal” recently?
(1) Rajiv Kumar
(2) VK Paul

(3) C K Naidu
(4) Renjith Kumar
Correct Answer - (4) Renjith Kumar
Explanation:
Renjith Kumar, Engineer from Kerala and Indian Entrepreneur based in Virginia is honoured with NASA’s
highest form of recognition for a non-governmental individual “NASA Distinguished Public Service
Medal” for his service to NASA through executive leadership, engineering contribution, technical
excellence and customer satisfaction.
Q.163) Which planet’s moon is drifting away faster than expected?

(1) Earth
(2) Jupiter
(3) Saturn
(4) Neptune
Correct Answer - (3) Saturn
Explanation:
Saturn’s moon Titan has been moving away faster than previously understood, about 4 inches (11
centimeters) every year, as per data discovered from NASA’s Cassini spacecraft. Earth’s moon has also
been drifting away a tiny bit more each year similar to other moons of other planets.
Q.164) The BS-VI compliant vehicles will display which colour sticker providing registration details?
(1) Green
(2) Blue
(3) yellow
(4) Pink
Correct Answer - (1) Green
Explanation:
The Government has mandated a one cm green sticker, providing registration details, in all BS-VI
compliant motor vehicles. The order will come into force from October 1, 2020.
Q.165) When will Solar Eclipse 2020 take place?

(1) June 15th
(2) June 22nd
(3) June 21st
(4) June 27th
Correct Answer - (3) June 21st
Explanation:
Annual solar eclipse will be visible on June 21, 2020. The solar eclipse takes place when the moon
passes from between the earth and the sun. The eclipse will occur on the longest day of the year, for
almost 6 hours and will be visible from many parts of Northern India.
Q.166) Who is the brand ambassador of Gargo International?

(1) Amitabh Bachchan
(2) Sonu Sood
(3) Salman Khan
(4) Ranveer Singh
Correct Answer - (2) Sonu Sood
Explanation:
The Gargo International, the delhi based lubricant company under the RG group praised Sonu Sood for
his support works for the migrants and went live with their TVC starring Sonu Sood.
Q.167) What is India’s rank in Deep Knowledge Group’s safest country in the world from COVID- 19?
(1) 56
(2) 72
(3) 189
(4) 121


Explanation:
As per the report of Deep Knowledge Group’s safest country in the world from COVID- 19, India ranked
56th position in a list of 200 countries, while Switzerland has been found to be the safest place on earth
from the ongoing covid-19 pandemic followed by Germany and Israel. while South Sudan was ranked at
200th position.
Q.168) Name the airborne rescue pod designed and developed by Indian Air Force for the coronavirus
patients?
(1) ARPIT
(2) AYUSH
(3) AKASH
(4) AMRIT
Correct Answer - (1) ARPIT
Explanation:
The Indian Air Force has designed, developed and inducted a unique pod called ARPIT. ARPIT stands for
Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated Transportation. It will be utilised for the evacuation of critical patients
with infectious diseases including COVID-19 from high altitude areas, isolated and remote places. This
indigenously designed system has been developed at a cost of Rs 60,000.
Q.169) Which State Government inaugurated Rozgar Setu Portal?

(1) Maharashtra
(2) Gujarat
(3) Karnataka
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
In an effort aimed at providing employment to migrant workers, Madhya Pradesh on Wednesday
launched the Rozgar Setu portal that will provide employment to labourers as per their skills and
efficiency.
Q.170) Who among the following has been named as EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2020.
(1) Savitri Jindal
(2) Roshni Nadar
(3) Gautam Adani
(4) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Correct Answer - (4) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
Explanation:
Executive Chairperson of Biocon Ltd, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has been named EY World Entrepreneur Of
The Year 2020. She was picked from among 46 award winners from 41 countries and territories vying
for the world title. She is the first woman entrepreneur from India and the third Indian to win the title in
the award’s 20-year history. Kiran is also only the second woman worldwide to hold this title, after
Olivia Lum of Hyflux Limited, Singapore, who won the award in 2011. Uday Kotak of Kotak Mahindra
Bank (2014) and N R Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys Ltd, (2005) are the other winners from
India.
Q.171) Who chairs the committee which was constituted by Ministry of Home Affairs for the welfare of
the freedom fighters?
(1) Kiren Rijiju
(2) Jitendra Singh
(3) Kishan Reddy
(4) Shripad Yesso Naik
Correct Answer - (3) Kishan Reddy
Explanation:
MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) reconstituted a new committee for the welfare of the freedom fighters
with the chairman G Kishan Reddy and 9 other “eminent freedom fighters” from across the country.

Along with Reddy, former Congress MLA from Gujarat Dinakar Bhai Desai, who took part in 1942 Quit
India Movement is one among the 9-member panel.
Q.172) Who has emerged as the richest man in the world as per the latest ranking of Bloomberg
Billionaires Index released on 9 June 2020?
(1) Bernard Arnault
(2) Jeff Bezos
(3) Bill Gates
(4) Mark Zuckerberg
Correct Answer - (2) Jeff Bezos
Explanation:
The Bloomberg Billionaires Index is a daily ranking of the world’s richest people. The latest ranking was
released on 9 June 2020. Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos has emerged as the richest person in the world with a
total net worth of $150 billion after he added almost $35 billion to his net worth so far this year. Bill
Gates is the second richest person having total net worth of $115 billion
Q.173) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest Bloomberg Billionaires Index 2020?
(1) 9
(2) 21
(3) 17
(4) 12
Explanation:
India’s Mukesh Ambani is the 12th richest person in the world. The total net worth of Ambani is 57.2
billion.
Q.174) Which of the following state has inaugurated “Plant Health Clinic” at the Directorate of
Horticulture and Soil Conservation?
(1) Nagaland
(2) Tripura
(3) Manipur
(4) Assam
Correct Answer - (3) Manipur
Explanation:
Chief Minister of Manipur N. Biren Singh has inaugurated “Plant Health Clinic” at the Directorate of
Horticulture and Soil Conservation, Imphal. The aim to open the clinic is to boost the economic growth
of Manipur through agriculture and horticulture. Along with the clinic, the Chief Minister also launched
a mobile soil testing laboratory van. The state government has decided to give more emphasis on
agriculture and horticulture sectors in this hour of the pandemic COVID-19. The initiative taken up by
the department to set up such a plant clinic will provide plant health diagnostic services to farmers.
Q.175) Which among these is the world’s most expensive city for expatriates in terms of cost of living as
per the Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost of Living Survey’?
(1) Tokyo
(2) New York
(3) Hong Kong
(4) Singapore
Correct Answer - (3) Hong Kong
Explanation:
Overall, the list is topped by Hong Kong as the most expensive city in the world for expatriates in terms
of cost of living. Ashgabat (Turkmenistan), Tokyo (Japan) and Zurich (Switzerland) and Singapore are
the top 5 cities in the ranking.On the other hand, Tunis in Tunisia, Windhoek (Namibia), Tashkent
(Uzbekistan), Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan) and Karachi (Pakistan) are the least expensive cities in the world.
Q.176) Name the city in India which is the most expensive for expatriates in terms of cost of living,
according to Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost of Living Survey’?

(1) New Delhi

(2) Mumbai
(3) Bengaluru
(4) Chennai
Correct Answer - (2) Mumbai
Explanation:
India’s financial capital Mumbai has emerged as the most expensive city in the country for expatriates in
terms of cost of living, according to Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost of Living Survey’ released on 9 June 2020.
Globally, Mumbai is the 60th most expensive city for expatriates, while it ranks 19th in Asia.Mumbai is
followed by New Delhi (101 globally) and Chennai (143 globally) as the most expensive city. Meanwhile,
Bengaluru (171) and Kolkata (185) are the least expensive Indian cities in the rankings.
Q.177) The senior lawmakers from 8 democracies have formed an Inter parliamentary alliance to
counter which country?
(1) China
(2) Japan
(3) India
(4) Russia
Explanation:
Senior lawmakers from eight democracies including the United States have united to counter
Communist China. Launched on June 5, Inter-Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) is “an international
cross-party group of legislators working towards reform on how democratic countries approach China”.
Q.178) World Bank has projected the Indian economy to grow at ___________ percent in FY21
(1) -1.1%
(2) -4.9%
(3) -5%
(4) -3.2%
Correct Answer - (4) -3.2%
Explanation:
The World Bank has projected India’s economy to contract 3.2% in the fiscal FY21, in its latest Global
Economic Prospects report, released on 8 June 2020. However, the Washington-based multilateral
lender expects the Indian economy to recover to grow at 3.1% in the financial year 2021-22.
Q.179) What is India’s GDP growth projection for 2020-21 according to S&P Global Ratings?
(1) -5%
(2) -3%
(3) -2.5%
(4) -4.10%
Correct Answer - (1) -5%
Explanation:
S&P Global Ratings has projected Indian economy to shrink 5 percent in the current fiscal, i.e. 2020-21.
The agency has also estimated the growth to rebound to 8.5 percent in 2021-22 and 6.5 percent in
2022-23.
Q.180) Pierre Nkurunziza who passed away recently was the President of which country?
(1) Turkey
(2) Burundi
(3) Rwanda
(4) Ethiopia
Correct Answer - (2) Burundi
Explanation:
The President of the Republic of Burundi, Pierre Nkurunziza has passed away after suffering a cardiac
arrest. He was 55. After being in power for 15 years, Mr Nkurunziza was due to step down in August.

Q.181) Name the first US based company to hit the market capitalization of $1.5 trillion?
(1) Amazon
(2) Apple
(3) Google
(4) Microsoft
Correct Answer - (2) Apple
Explanation:
On 10 June 2020, US based tech-giant Apple Inc’s market capitalization surpassed $1.5 trillion, making it
the first U.S. company to reach that mark. Market capitalization is the share price multiplied by the
number of outstanding shares of the company’s stock, yielding the company’s overall stock market
value.
Q.182) Which Indian institute is the top ranking Indian educational institution in the (QS) World
University Rankings 2021?
(1) Indian Institute of Science
(2) IIT Bombay
(3) IIT Delhi
(4) IIT Madras
Correct Answer - (2) IIT Bombay
Explanation:
None of the Indian institutions have featured in the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University
Rankings 2021. Only three educational institutes from India managed to find place in the top 200 list of
the ranking which includes 1000 universities. These are Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay,
Indian Institute of Science (IISC) and IIT Delhi. IIT Bombay grabbed the top spot among Indian institutes
with global rank of 172 followed by IISc, Bengaluru (185) and IIT Delhi (193).
Q.183) Which among the following institutes has topped the Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World
University Rankings 2021?
(1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
(2) Harvard University
(3) Stanford University
(4) Oxford University
Correct Answer - (1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Explanation:
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) of the United States has achieved the top spot. Stanford
University, Harvard University, California Institute of Technology and UK’s Oxford University took the
first 5 positions respectively.
Q.184) Which institution has topped the overall list of educational institutions in the NIRF India
Rankings 2020?
(1) IIT Delhi
(2) IIT Madras
(3) IIT Bengaluru
(4) IIT Bombay
Correct Answer - (2) IIT Madras
Explanation:
Union HRD Minister, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, released “India Rankings 2020” (NIRF) of Institutions
of Higher Education in various categories on June 11, 2020. The Indian Institute of Technology Madras
topped the overall list of educational institutions as well as the list of top Engineering institutes.
Q.185) What is India's rank according to the biennial Environment Performance Index 2020 released
jointly by Yale University and Columbia University?
(1) 138
(2) 168
(3) 158
(4) 148


Explanation:
According to the biennial Environment Performance Index 2020 released jointly by Yale University and
Columbia University, India has ranked 168 out of 180 countries with a score of 27.6 out of 100. While
the Denmark has been topped the list with a score of 82.5. In EPI 2018, India's rank was 177 with a
score of 30.57 out of 100.
Q.186) Government has formed a nine member panel to look into the welfare of freedom fighters. Who
is the head of this panel?
(1) Amit Shah
(2) Rajnath Singh
(3) Ajay Bhusan Prasad Pandey
(4) G Kishan Reddy
Correct Answer - (4) G Kishan Reddy
Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has reconstituted a committee to look into the welfare of freedom
fighters. The nine member panel will be chaired by the minister of state for home affairs G Kishan
Reddy.
Q.187) Which company has bagged the world's largest solar bid of USD 6 billion?
(1) Luminous Energy Ltd
(2) Tata Solar Energy Ltd
(3) Loom Solar Energy Ltd
(4) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Correct Answer - (4) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Explanation:
Adani Green Energy Ltd has bagged the world's largest solar bid of USD 6 billion. Under this project, the
group will build a 8,000 MW photovoltaic (PV) power plant and will also set up a 2,000 MW domestic
solar panel.
Q.188) When are Sri Lankan Parliamentary Elections supposed to take place?
(1) August 5th
(2) July 15th
(3) June 30th
(4) September 25th
Correct Answer - (1) August 5th
Explanation:
The Sri Lankan Parliamentary elections have been scheduled for August 5, 2020. The date of the
elections has been postponed twice previously due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The parliamentary
elections were initially supposed to be held on April 25 but it had to be postponed due to the
coronavirus outbreak.
Q.189) Name of the state which has started Street Vendor Registration Portal and “Mukhyamantri
Shahri Path Vyavsayi Utthan Yojana”?
(1) West Bengal
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Gujarat
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer – (4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan has started Street Vendor Registration Portal
http://www.mpurban.gov.in/ and “Mukhyamantri Shahri Path Vyavsayi Utthan Yojana” and transferred
Rs 300 crore to urban local bodies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi for starting Pradhan Mantri Path
Vikreta Aatmanirbhar Nidhi Karyakram along with this Shehri Path Vyavasayi Utthan Yojana will
commence in order to benefit the state’s urban businessmen under which small businessmen or

vendors will be given Rs 10,000 in the form of working capital. The current COVID-19 situation, for
development purposes, the Government has provided Rs 1,555 crore to 22,800 Gram Panchayats.
Q.190) The state government of Uttarakhand has recently opened its biggest biodiversity park in which
of these areas?
(1) Dehradun
(2) Haldwani
(3) Roorkee
(4) Pithoragarh
Correct Answer - (2) Haldwani
Explanation:
The Uttarakhand forest department has opened state’s biggest biodiversity park in Haldwani on 5 June
2020, on the occasion of World Environment Day, to encourage conservation of flora, especially
medicinal plants. The Uttarakhand Forest Research Wing Biodiversity Park is spread across 18 acres and
has 40 thematic sections with around 500 species of plants.
Q.191) Which country lifted ban on the export of Hydroxychloroquine API and formulations on June 10?
(1) India
(2) US
(3) Japan
(4) Australia
Explanation:
India lifted the ban imposed on the export of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) API as well as formulations on
June 10, 2020. The Indian government had banned the export of the drug and its formulations in April
after India approved its use for possible prevention against the COVID-19 virus.
Q.192) Which State launched Meghasandesha App & Varunamitra web portal to provide real-time
information and alerts on weather, rainfall, flooding?
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Karnataka
(3) Odisha
(4) West Bengal
Explanation:
Karnataka Revenue Minister R.Ashoka launched Meghasandesha App & Varunamitra web portal to
provide real-time information and alerts on weather, rainfall, flooding in Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara
Palike jurisdiction. These were developed by Karnataka State Natural Disaster Monitoring Centre, in
collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science under the project 'Urban Flood Model' for the city. The
project is funded by the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.
Q.193) How much amount has been allocated by the government for the “Per Drop More Crop”
component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana for the financial year 2020-21?
(1) Rs 2000 crore
(2) Rs 4000 crore
(3) Rs 5000 crore
(4) Rs 3000 crore
Explanation:
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has announced an annual allotment of Rs 4,000 crore
to the state governments for the “Per Drop More Crop” component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee
Yojana for the financial year 2020-21. The government has also created a Micro Irrigation Fund corpus
of Rs 5,000 crore with NABARD for states.
Q.194) Which among the following nations has decided to reopen all public schools under four stages?
(1) Pakistan

(2) India
(3) Nepal
(4) Sri Lanka
Correct Answer - (4) Sri Lanka
Explanation:
Sri Lankan Government has decided to reopen all public schools under four stages starting from the end
of June, as the country gradually attempts to return to normalcy with no community COVID infections
reported for over a month.
Q.195) Who was awarded the prestigious 2020 World Food Prize?
(1) Dr. A. K. Patra
(2) Dr. Rattan Lal
(3) Dr. Johan Bouma
(4) Dr. I. Sekar
Correct Answer - (2) Dr. Rattan Lal
Explanation:
Indian-American soil scientist Dr. Rattan Lal has won the prestigious 2020 World Food Prize, which is
considered to be equivalent to a Nobel Prize in the field of agriculture. The award recognized his
contribution to increasing the global food supply by helping small farmers improve the health of the
soil. The award also highlights the importance of managing & restoring soil health.
Q.196) Which state government recently changed English names of 1,018 places?
(1) TamilNadu
(2) Kerala
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Assam
Correct Answer - (1) TamilNadu
Explanation:
The Tamil Nadu government has issued a notification as per the recommendation of an experts
committee for changing the names of 1,018 places, including of many important places, in accordance
with how they are exactly pronounced in Tamil.
Q.197) Which state has ordered a lockdown on weekends and public holidays?
(1) Delhi
(2) Punjab
(3) Odisha
(4) Kerala
Correct Answer - (2) Punjab
Explanation:
Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has ordered lockdown on public holidays and weekends.
All citizens except for those workers in essential service including medical staff will be required to apply
for e-pass for movement these days.
Q.198) Which state has launched the scheme ‘Panchvati Yojna’ for the senior citizens of rural areas of
the state?
(1) Rajasthan
(2) Uttarakhand
(4) Haryana
Correct Answer - (3) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur has launched a scheme named ‘Panchvati Yojna’
for senior citizens of rural areas of the State. Under the scheme, parks and gardens would be developed
in every Development block with necessary facilities under MNREGA Scheme of Rural Development
Department.

Q.199) Empays Payment Systems partenered with which company to enable contact-free ATM cash
withdrawals?
(1) Microsoft
(2) Rupay
(3) Visa
(4) Mastercard
Correct Answer - (4) Mastercard
Explanation:
Empays Payment Systems India Pvt Ltd, which built and runs the IMT Payment System, announced a
partnership with Mastercard to enable contact-free ATM cash withdrawals in India. With
thispartnership, Empays will upgrade the basic technology behind the IMT Payment System to
incorporate the requirements of Mastercard Cardless ATM enabling a true EMV-capable cash
withdrawal transaction.
Q.200) India has asked which nation to not consider any asylum request by Vijay Mallya?
(1) UK
(2) Ireland
(3) Spain
(4) Singapore
Explanation:
India has asked the UK government to not consider any request for asylum made by fugitive
businessman Vijay Mallya. India stated that there are no grounds for the fugitive businessman to be
persecuted back home as alleged by him in his plea. The news came after a British High Commission
spokesperson said that a legal issue remains to be resolved before Mallya could be extradited to India.
Q.201) Which state/UT government has renamed Environment ministry as ‘Environment and Climate
change’ ministry in June 2020?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Haryana
(4) Odisha
Correct Answer - (1) Maharashtra
Explanation:
On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 05, 2020), the Maharashtra cabinet chaired by its
Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal Thackeray has approved a proposal to rename the state’s Environment
Ministry as ‘Environment and Climate Change Ministry’ with the aim to play an active role in climate
change mitigation.
Q.202) Which company has partnered with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to provide
its training partners access to digital skilling tools?
(1) Microsoft
(2) Wipro
(3) Infosys
(4) TCS
Correct Answer - (4) TCS
Explanation:
TCS iON, a strategic unit of Tata Consultancy Services said it has partnered with the National Skill
Development Corporation (NSDC) to provide its training partners access to digital skilling tools using
TCS’ iON Digital Glass Room.
Q.203) Which state government implemented ‘Food forest’ project in tribal belts of the state recently?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Haryana
(4) Kerala


Explanation:
On this World environment day, Kerala’s first ‘food forest’ is being prepared at tribal belts of Attapady
in Palakkad district.
Q.204) Which state has launched a state-level sample collection campaign?

(1) Delhi
(2) Punjab
(3) Haryana
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh government launched a state-level sample collection campaign on June 12, 2020 to
find out the level of corona infection among the different sections of society. Under the one-week
campaign, various clusters of the society will be tested including delivery boys, newspaper vendors and
other daily workers.
Q.205) Which country has signed agreement with Italy to demarcate maritime boundaries?
(1) Greece
(2) Bosnia
(3) Croatia
(4) Turkey
Correct Answer - (1) Greece
Explanation:
Greece and Italy have signed an agreement demarcating their maritime boundaries, amid tension in the
Mediterranean region over rights to natural resources. The agreement signed on Tuesday in Athens
tackled an issue that had been pending for 40 years.
Q.206) India has become the first country in the world to run double-stack containers train with high
reach pantograph in high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) territory of which zone of the Indian
Railways?
(1) Western Railways
(2) Central Railways
(3) Northern Railways
(4) Eastern Railways
Correct Answer - (1) Western Railways
Explanation:
The Indian Railways has created a world record by commissioning the first high rise Over Head
Equipment (OHE) and successfully running double-stack containers train, in the electrified sections of
the Western Railway zone. The feat was achieved when the double-stack train commenced from
Palanpur to Botad stations in Gujarat on 10 June 2020. This achievement has made Indian Railways as
the first Railways in the world to run double-stack container train with high reach pantograph in high
rise OHE territory.
Q.207) Shobha Sekhar who received “Order of Australia” medal is a renowned _______.
(1) Actor
(2) Lawyer
(3) Banker
(4) Musician
Correct Answer - (4) Musician
Explanation:
Indian Musician Shobha Sekhar, the founder of Kalakruthi a music organisation in Australia receives the
Medal of the Order of Australia (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 for her service to Indian music and
dance.
Q.208) Which country’s economy shrunk by record 20.4 percent in April?

(1) Spain
(2) US
(3) Italy
(4) UK
Explanation:
The United Kingdom’s economy shrank by record 20.4 percent in April, amid strict lockdown to combat
COVID-19, revealed official data on June 12, 2020. The record slump in the economy is likely to be the
low point before a long and slow recovery, as Britain readies to open up its economy.
Q.209) Ukraine’s sports star Oleksandr Gvozdyk has recently announced his retirement from which of
these sports?
(1) Tennis
(2) Boxing
(3) Volleyball
(4) Formula Racing
Correct Answer - (2) Boxing
Explanation:
Former WBC light heavyweight champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk has announced his retirement from
boxing. During his professional career, Gvozdyk had 17 fights: 16 wins in a row before losing the WBC
title to Artur Beterbiev in October last year.
Q.210) What is the theme of this year’s World Accreditation Day?

(1) Accreditation: Improving Food Safety
(2) Accreditation Adds value to supply chains
(3) Accreditation delivers a safe world
(4) Delivering confidence in construction and the built environment
Correct Answer - (1) Accreditation: Improving Food Safety
Explanation:
Every year, 9 June marks World Accreditation Day as a global initiative, jointly established by the
International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation
(ILAC), to raise awareness of the importance of accreditation.The theme for WAD 2020 is
“Accreditation: Improving Food Safety”.
Q.211) What is the India's rank according to the FIFA?

(1) 98
(2) 102
(3) 108
(4) 128
Explanation:
According to the FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) world Ranking released on
June 11, 2020, India has retained the 108th spot with 1187 points as international football has been
suspended since March due to the Covid- 19. Belgium tops the ranking followed by France and Brazil.
Qatar is the host country of FIFA World Cup 2022.
Q.212) Which state inaugurated its biggest biodiversity park recently?

(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Punjab
Correct Answer - (2) Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Uttarakhand forest department opened the first biodiversity park in Haldwani, which is the state’s
biggest, on World Environment Day.

Q.213) Name the first ever state in the country to receive ISO Certification for the state owned tribal
hostel?
(1) Bihar
(3) Odisha
(4) West Bengal
Explanation:
Odisha has become the first state in the country where ISO Certification has been given to its tribal
hostels. A comprehensive assessment and evaluation of all hostels under ST & SC Welfare Department
were conducted with the help of Quality Control of India to improve the standard and quality of the
hostels.
Q.214) Which state government launched Jagananna Chedodu’ scheme for tailors, barbers and
washermen?
(1) Odisha
(2) Telangana
(3) Sikkim
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh government on Wednesday launched ‘Jagananna Chedodu’- a financial scheme to
provide assistance to the tailors, barbers and washermen.
Q.215) In which city, Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle Complex was inaugurated?
(1) Vishakapatnam
(2) Bengaluru
(3) Rajkot
(4) Gandhinagar
Correct Answer - (1) Vishakapatnam
Explanation:
The Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) Complex was inaugurated at Visakhapatnam by Vice
Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, PVSM, AVSM, VSM Flag Officer Commanding in Chief ENC. The DSRV Complex
is designed to accommodate the newly inducted Submarine Rescue System with state of the art
facilities to store the DSRV assets in a Rescue-Ready state.
Q.216) Which state becomes country’s top wheat procurer by pumping Rs 25,000 crore into its rural
economy?
(1) Sikkim
(2) Assam
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh is set to pump in around Rs 25,000 crore into its rural economy by the time its all-time
high wheat procurement draws to a close. This has made the state the country’s largest wheat
purchaser in 2020-21.
Q.217) Who assumed the charge as Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval Command, Visakhapatnam on 12 June
2020?
(1) Ravneet Singh
(2) Atul Kumar Jain
(3) Ajit Kumar
(4) Biswajit Dasgupta
Correct Answer - (4) Biswajit Dasgupta
Explanation:

Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, AVSM, YSM, VSM assumed the charge as Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval
Command (ENC), Visakhapatnam on 12 June 2020. Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta replaced Vice
Admiral SN Ghormade, the outgoing Chief of Staff, has proceeded on transfer as Controller Personnel
Services at Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Navy), New Delhi.
Q.218) According to the "Poonam Avlokkan" survey the population of the Asiatic lion at the Gir
sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to approximately how much percent?
(1) 32%
(2) 29%
(3) 22%
(4) 39%
Correct Answer - (2) 29%
Explanation:
According to the "Poonam Avlokkan" survey the population of the Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary in
Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to approximately 29% (28.87%) from 27% in 2015 i.e their
population went from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2020. Subsequently the distribution area of the lions was
also increased to 36% from 22,000sq Km in 2015 to 30,000 sq Km in 2020.
Q.219) The STREE Scheme has been launched in which city to support and empower women against
domestic violence and abuse?
(1) Pune
(2) Mumbai
(3) Chennai
(4) Hyderabad
Correct Answer - (4) Hyderabad
Explanation:
With the objective to support and empower women against domestic violence and abuse, the
Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) in association with Hyderabad City Police has launched an
initiative named ‘STREE’. The name STREE denotes: “She Triumphs through Respect, Equality, and
Empowerment”.
Q.220) According to Mercer 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020 what is Mumbai rank in most
expensive city globally?
(1) 50
(2) 60
(3) 70
(4) 80
Explanation:
Mercer released its 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020. From India, Mumbai city has been ranked
60th most expensive city globally and also 19th in Asia. Mumbai is the only Indian city ranked in the top
100. Hongkong tops the list globally.
Q.221) Which State's CM announced the phase 2 and phase 3 of the Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran
Irrigation scheme to fill 115 dams with Narmada water by August 15,2020 and March ,2021?
(1) Chattisgarh
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Gujarat
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Vijay Rupani Gujarat Chief Minister , announced the phase 2 and phase 3 of the Saurashtra Narmada
Avtaran Irrigation scheme to fill 115 dams with Narmada water by August 15,2020 and March ,2021 in
GandhiNagar,Gujarat. The SAUNI yojana is a multipurpose project designed to provide irrigation and
drinking water in the Saurashtra regions.

Q.222) Who is the head of the seven-member ‘Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS)’ formed by the
GoI for attracting investments in the country?
(1) Finance Minister
(2) Cabinet Secretary
(3) Home Minister
(4) Home Secretary
Correct Answer - (2) Cabinet Secretary
Explanation:
The Union Government has constituted a seven-member ‘Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS)’,
headed by Cabinet Secretary, for attracting investments in India. Rajiv Gauba is the current Cabinet
Secretary of India. The initiative will reinforce India’s vision of becoming a US$ 5 trillion economy by
2024-25.
Q.223) The Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana has been launched by which state to encourage school education
for the child workers below 18 years?
(1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Pnjab
(4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana
[Child Labor Education Scheme (BSBY) via video conferencing on June 12, on the occasion of World Day
Against Child Labour. The scheme is meant to provide school education to child labourers, orphans and
children of workers in the age group of 8 to 18 years.
Q.224) Which state has banned online classes from LKG to V and warned against increasing fees?
(1) Tamil Nadu
(2) Karnataka
(3) Gujarat
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Karnataka bans online classes from LKG to V; warns against increasing fees. Minister for primary and
secondary education S Suresh Kumar on 10th June said that online classes cannot be held for the kids
from LKG to class V. He also said that the strict action will be taken against the schools charging extra
fees in the name of online classes. “Education department has decided after taking suggestions from
senior educational experts, physiatrists, private schools association representatives that online classes
for students from LKG to class V should not be held.
Q.225) CAPTAIN ARJUN is a robotic device launched by the Railway Protection Force of Central Railway
in which city for the screening of passengers boarding the trains?
(1) Pune
(2) Mumbai
(3) Nagpur
(4) Bhopal
Correct Answer - (1) Pune
Explanation:
Railway Protection Force of Central Railway, Pune division, has launched a unique robot named
”CAPTAIN ARJUN”, for the screening of passengers for COVID-19 infection while they board trains as
well as keep a watch on anti-social elements. With this, the Central Railway has added another feather
in its cap. ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ stands for Always be Responsible and Just Use to be Nice.
Q.226) Who became the first woman to reach the ocean’s deepest point?
(1) Emma Watson
(2) Patricia Smith

(3) Suman Singh

(4) Kathy Sullivan
Correct Answer - (4) Kathy Sullivan
Explanation:
The first American woman to walk in space has become the first woman to reach the deepest known
spot in the ocean. On Sunday, Kathy Sullivan, 68, an astronaut and oceanographer, emerged from her
35,810-foot dive to the Challenger Deep, according to EYOS Expeditions, a company coordinating the
logistics of the mission.
Q.227) Starlink internet satellite belongs to which company?

(1) NASA
(2) SpaceX
(3) Blue Origin
(4) ISRO
Correct Answer - (2) SpaceX
Explanation:
On 13 June 2020, the private spaceflight company, SpaceX successfully launched its latest batch of 58
Starlink internet satellites into the orbit, in a rideshare mission. With this launch, the total number of
operational Starlink broadband internet satellites on orbit comes to 538.
Q.228) Indian runner Gomathi Marimuthu has been banned from the sport for how many years for
doping?
(1) 5 years
(2) 3 years
(3) 4 years
(4) 2 years
Correct Answer - (3) 4 years
Explanation:
Asian Championship gold medalist Gomathi Marimuthu has been banned from running for four years by
the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) on June 12, 2020 for doping. She had won gold in the women's 800 m
race at the 2019 Asian Athletics Championships held in Doha, Qatar.
Q.229) When will be Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral meeting take place?

(1) June 22nd
(2) June 21st
(3) June 25th
(4) June 24th
Correct Answer - (1) June 22nd
Explanation:
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to meet his Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at a
virtual Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral meeting on June 22, 2020. This meeting comes amid rising
tensions between India and China over border stand-off along the LAC.
Q.230) Which state produced the highest amount of wheat in current year?
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Haryana
(3) Punjab
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Rural economy of the Madhya Pradesh was inducted with Rs 25,000 crore as the state government
procured large amount of wheat from its farmers as a result MP becomes India's largest wheat procurer
for the year 20-21 surpassing Punjab. MP also produced the highest amount of wheat this year about 30
million tonnes.

Q.231) FebriEye is an Artificial Intelligence-based thermal screening system launched by the railways in
which city to scan passengers for COVID-19 symptoms?
(1) Hyderabad
(2) Mumbai
(3) Ahmedabad
(4) Pune
Correct Answer - (2) Mumbai
Explanation:
The Central Railway zone of the Indian Railways has launched a body-screening facility “FebriEye
thermal cameras” at Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Terminus and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai,
Maharashtra, to scan passengers for COVID-19 symptoms and ensure contactless entry. FebriEye is an
Artificial Intelligence-based thermal screening system for real-time and automated, non-intrusive
monitoring of the passengers at the entry point, to ensure that a person entering does not have a high
fever.
Q.232) As per Gujarat Forest Department,the number of Asiatic lions in the Gir forest region has
increased by how much percent?
(1) 26%
(2) 25%
(3) 27%
(4) 29%
Explanation:
The number of Asiatic lions in the Gir forest region has increased by 29 per cent to 674, the Gujarat
forest department.
Q.233) Find the person who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi.
(1) Pankaj Tripathi
(2) Anupam Kher
(3) Boman Irani
(4) Om Puri
Correct Answer - (1) Pankaj Tripathi
Explanation:
Pankaj Tripathi, Bollywood Actor, was appointed as the brand ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi by the
Government of Bihar. He will promote the usage of Khadi product as well as the Patna’s Khadi Mall.
Q.234) Which state has renamed its environment ministry as ‘Environment and Climate Change
Ministry’?
(1) Telangana
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Odisha
(4) Assam
Explanation:
A week after being hit by Cyclone Nisarga, Maharashtra has renamed its Environment Ministry as
Environment and Climate Change Ministry.
Q.235) Which bank has decided to completely digitise its lending operations?
(1) Bank of Baroda
(3) Canara Bank
Correct Answer - (1) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:

Bank of Baroda, India’s third-largest lender has decided to completely digitise it’s lending operations
including agriculture, home, MSME, auto and personal loans. The bank is looking to completely do away
with paper-based lending. The bank is planning to set up its digital department within two months.
Q.236) Indian Railways settee up world record by running first Double Stack Container Train in
electrified Territory in which state?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Gujarat
(3) Andhra Pradesh
(4) Assam
Explanation:
Railways created a new world benchmark by successfully running first Double Stack Container Train in
high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) electrified from Palanpur and Botad stations in Gujarat.
Q.237) Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14. Which among the following is his
unreleased film?
(1) Welcome to New York
(2) Raabta
(3) Sonchiriya
(4) Dil Bechara
Correct Answer - (4) Dil Bechara
Explanation:
Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput died at his home in Bandra, Mumbai on June 14, 2020. The actor
had made his entry into Bollywood with Kai Po Che in 2013. His last work would be Mukesh Chhabra's
'Dil Bechara' opposite Sanjana Sanghi, which is yet to be released.
Q.238) 100 year old player Vasant Raiji was associated with which game?
(1) Hockey
(2) Football
(3) Chess
(4) Cricket
Correct Answer - (4) Cricket
Explanation:
Vasant Raiji, the oldest first-class cricketer of India has recently passed away. He was 100-year-old. The
legendary cricketer Vasant Raiji celebrated his 100th birthday on 26 January 2020.
Q.239) International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) was observed every year on June 13. What is the
theme for IAAD 2020?
(1) “Celebrate diversity; promote inclusion; protect our rights”
(2) “Advancing with renewed hope”
(3) “Made to Shine”
(4) “Still Standing Strong”
Correct Answer - (3) “Made to Shine”
Explanation:
13th June of every year is observed as the International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) to create
awareness about albinism and the human rights for the people with albinism. The United Nations
General Assembly (UNGA) proclaimed June 13 as International Albinism Awareness Day in its resolution
in 2014 and celebrated it for the first time in 2015. The theme of International Albinism Awareness Day
2020 is “Made to Shine”.
Q.240) What is the theme of the World Blood Donor Day 2020?
(1) Do Share If U Care
(2) Donate Blood Be Healthy
(3) Safe Blood Saves Lives
(4) Blood Donation Healthy Idea

Correct Answer - (3) Safe Blood Saves Lives

Explanation:
The theme for the Blood donor day 2020 is ‘Safe Blood Saves Lives’. It would be promoted with the
slogan ‘Give blood and make the world a healthier place.’
Q.241) Which state government has launched mobile App ‘Ghar Ghar Nigrani’?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Telangana
(3) Punjab
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at checking the community spread of Covid-19, Punjab Chief
Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has launched a mobile based app – ‘Ghar Ghar Nigrani’, to undertake
house to house surveillance in the state till the elimination of the pandemic.
Q.242) Which city police has launched STREE’ programme for women?
(1) Kolkata
(2) Chennai
(3) Lucknow
(4) Hyderabad
Correct Answer - (4) Hyderabad
Explanation:
Hyderabad City Police in association with Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) has launched a
program called “She Triumphs through Respect, Equality, and Empowerment” (STREE) to assist and
empower women victims of domestic violence and abuse.
Q.243) In which state, a new flood warning system ‘IFLOWS’ was launched?
(1) Assam
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Gujarat
(4) Kerala
Explanation:
Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray inaugurated the new integrated flood warning system
(IFLOWS) developed for Mumbai, calling it “boon” for the city.
Q.244) Which has become first construction sector organisation to go ‘fully digital’?
(1) Mphasis
(2) L&T
(3) DLF
(4) NHAI
Correct Answer - (4) NHAI
Explanation:
In view of the novel coronavirus outbreak, the National Highways Authority of India (NHAI) said it has
gone fully digital with cloud-based ‘Data Lake Software’, becoming the first such construction sector
organisation.
Q.245) Which state/UT has prepared Poultry policy 2020 for the 1st time to boost poultry production in
the region?
(1) Assam
(2) Jammu & Kashmir
(3) Karnataka
(4) Puducherry
Explanation:

The Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has prepared a J&K Poultry Policy,
2020/Operational Guidelines for the first time to boost poultry production in the region.
Q.246) Which country's parliament, passes bill to include India's territories of Kalapani, Limpiyadhura
and Lipulekh in its new map?
(1) China
(2) Bhutan
(3) Nepal
(4) Bangladesh
Explanation:
Nepal's lower house of parliament, Pratinidhi Sabha, passes bill to include India's territories of Kalapani,
Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh in Pithoragarh district of Uttarakhand in its new map.
Q.247) Which portal was launched for the healthcare supply chain by the government to serve
manufacturers, suppliers and customers to effectively deal with the Covid-19 pandemic?
(1) AarogyaPath
(2) Aarogya Setu
(3) Aarogya Van
(4) Arogya Vayu
Correct Answer - (1) AarogyaPath
Explanation:
AarogyaPath, a web based solution for the healthcare supply chain was launched to serve
manufacturers, suppliers and customers to effectively deal with the Covid-19 pandemic.
Q.248) Which organisation has developed a sanitizing chamber named 'GermiKlean' to sanitise uniforms
of security forces?
(1) DRDO
(2) CSIR
(3) ICMR
(4) IIT
Correct Answer - (1) DRDO
Explanation:
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a sanitizing chamber named
'GermiKlean' to sanitise uniforms of security forces. The sanitizing chamber has been set up at
Parliament Street Police Station.
Q.249) Who will head the committee that has been set up by RBI to review ownership, corporate
structure of Private sector banks?
(1) P K Mohanty
(2) MK Singh
(3) Sanjay Rawat
(4) DP Singh Chaturvedi
Correct Answer - (1) P K Mohanty
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a five-member Internal Working Group to review the
guidelines related to ownership, governance and corporate structure of private sector banks.
Q.250) India has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) as its founding member.
The Secretariat of GPAI will be based in?
(1) New York
(2) Singapore
(3) Paris
(4) London
Correct Answer - (3) Paris
Explanation:

On 15 June 2020, India joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI or Gee-Pay) as a
founding member to support responsible and human-centric development and use of Artificial
Intelligence (AI). With this, India has joined the group of leading nations and economies like USA, the
UK, EU, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, and
Singapore for launch of GPAI. GPAI will be supported by a Secretariat, to be hosted by the Organisation
for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in Paris, as well as by two Centers of Expertise —
one each in Montreal and Paris.
Q.251) Which among the following bodies have launched the ‘#VERIFIED’ initiative to counter
misinformation on the coronavirus?
(1) International Monetary Fund
(2) World Health Organisation
(3) United Nations
(4) OECD
Correct Answer - (3) United Nations
Explanation:
India and 12 other countries have come together to lead United Nations initiative ‘#VERIFIED’, which
aims to counter misinformation on the coronavirus by spreading fact-based content. The other
countries are Australia, Chile, France, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Latvia, Lebanon, Mauritius, Mexico,
Norway, Senegal and South Africa. Apart from these 13 nations, 132 other nations are endorsing the
global call to fight the “infodemic” or manipulated information relating to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Q.252) In which city, Robotic ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ will be used to intensify screening, surveillance?
(1) NewDelhi
(2) Chennai
(3) Kolkata
(4) Pune
Explanation:
Railway Protection Force, Pune has launched a Robotic ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ (Always be Responsible and
Just Use to be Nice) to intensify the screening and surveillance.
Q.253) Which state government has launched Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana” to educate child labourers?
(1) Bihar
(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath has launched ‘Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana’ to educate child
labourers in the state.
Q.254) Who is the author of Lockdown Liaisons: Leaving and Other Stories”?
(1) Shobha De
(2) Namrata Das
(3) Anubhav Sinha
(4) Anurag Sen
Correct Answer - (1) Shobha De
Explanation:
Celebrated author, columnist and publisher Shobhaa De released an e-book titled ‘Lockdown Liaisons’.
Q.255) Who authored the biography of DadabhaiNaoroji titled “Naoroji Pioneer of Indian Nationalism”?
(1) Dinyar Patel
(2) Romila Thapar
(3) R. C. Majumdar
(4) Jadunath Sarkar

Correct Answer - (1) Dinyar Patel

Explanation:
Historian Dinyar Patel’s biography of DadabhaiNaoroji, “Naoroji Pioneer of Indian Nationalism” was
published by the Harvard University Press in May 2020.
Q.256) Which nation was ranked first on the World Competitiveness Index?
(1) Denmark
(2) Netherlands
(3) Singapore
(4) Switzerland
Explanation:
Singapore has topped the annual World Competitiveness Index, which comprises a total of 63 nations.
Denmark was ranked second followed by Switzerland in the third position and the Netherlands at the
fourth place.
Q.257) India has been ranked at which position on the annual World Competitiveness Index?
(1) 54th
(2) 43rd
(3) 37th
(4) 61st
Correct Answer - (2) 43rd
Explanation:
India has been ranked 43rd on an annual World Competitiveness Index, which was compiled by Institute
for Management Development (IMD). Singapore topped the 63-nation ranking list. India’s rank remains
low due to traditional weaknesses such as poor infrastructure and insufficient education investment.
Q.258) An earthquake of 5.5 magnitude hit which Indian state on June 14?
(1) Haryana
(2) Gujarat
(3) Bihar
(4) Chattisgarh
Explanation:
An earthquake of 5.5 magnitude hit Gujarat on June 14. Tremors were felt around 8 pm on Sunday
evening. People rushed out of homes and collected on the streets. The epicentre of the quake was 118
km north-northwest of Rajkot. Tremors were felt in Kutch, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Patan etc.
Q.259) ‘Suraksha Salary Account’ has been launched by which bank for the employees of MSME sector?
(2) Airtel Payments Bank
(3) Jammu & Kashmir Bank
(4) Paytm Payments Bank
Correct Answer - (2) Airtel Payments Bank
Explanation:
The Airtel Payments Bank has launched ‘Suraksha Salary Account’, designed specifically for Micro, Small
and Medium Enterprises (MSME). With Suraksha Salary Account, MSMEs and other organisations will
be able to make cashless payments and also provide a financial security blanket to their employees.
Q.260) The European Union’s antitrust authority has opened cases against which tech giant?
(1) Apple
(2) Facebook
(3) Google
(4) Samsung
Correct Answer - (1) Apple
Explanation:

The European Union’s powerful antitrust authority opened a series of cases against Apple on June 16,
2020 including one brought by Spotify alleging the tech giant makes unfair use of its app store.
Q.261) Which Bank relaunched its Aadhaar-based instant digital savings account facility for customers?
(1) SBI
(2) IDBI
(3) PNB
(4) BOB
Correct Answer - (1) SBI
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) relaunched its Aadhaar-based instant digital savings account facility for
customers who want to open an online account using the Yono platform. Yono is the lender’s integrated
banking and lifestyle platform.
Q.262) When will the 93rd Oscars be held?

(1) April 2021
(2) March 2021
(3) May 2021
(4) December 2021
Correct Answer - (1) April 2021
Explanation:
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television Network on June 15
announced that the 93rd Oscars has been postponed and will now be held on April 25, 2021. The
prestigious Academy Award was earlier scheduled to be held on February 28, 2021.
Q.263) What is the target set by India to produce by 2022?

(1) 175 GW
(2) 200 GW
(3) 335 GW
(4) 450 GW
Correct Answer - (1) 175 GW
Explanation:
Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing in the energy sectors of India. The government of India has
set an ambitious target of producing 450 GW of renewable energy by 2030. India is currently working to
meet the target of producing 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022.
Q.264) Who has been re-appointed as HDFC Bank Executive Director?

(1) Kaizad Bharucha
(2) Sonu Sharma
(3) Dinesh Raikwat
(4) Sanjay Sinha
Correct Answer - (1) Kaizad Bharucha
Explanation:
Private sector lender HDFC Bank said that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-
appointment of Kaizad Bharucha as the executive director of the bank for a period of three years with
effect from 13 June.
Q.265) Who became The First Ever Female Director Of Human Explorations At NASA?
(1) Kathy Lueders
(2) Patricia Ruber
(3) Emma Smith
(4) Stephanie McMahon
Correct Answer - (1) Kathy Lueders
Explanation:
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that Kathy Lueders will be its
first female director of human spaceflight.

Q.266) Which nation joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence on June 15, 2020 as a
founding member?
(1) India
(2) China
(3) Russia
(4) Malaysia
Explanation:
India has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) on June 15, 2020 as a founding
member. This multi-stakeholder international partnership will promote responsible and human-centric
development and the use of AI.
Q.267) Who launched India’s first gas tradition platform- Indian Gas Exchange?
(1) PM Narendra Modi
(2) Dharmendra Pradhan
(3) Rajnath Singh
(4) Piyush Goyal
Correct Answer - (2) Dharmendra Pradhan
Explanation:
Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on June 16, 2020 launched the Indian
Gas Exchange (IGX), which is India’s first nationwide online delivery-based gas trading platform.
Q.268) Which country was the largest recipient of Foreign Direct Investments (FDI) in the year 2019?
(1) France
(2) United States
(3) Russia
(4) China
Explanation:
United States is the largest recipient of FDI in 2019 at $246 billion. China, Singapore, Netherlands and
Ireland are the top 5 largest recipient of FDI in 2019 respectively.
Q.269) India was ranked at which position among the world’s top FDI recipients in 2019, as per the UN?
(1) 3rd
(2) 9th
(3) 10th
(4) 15th
Correct Answer - (2) 9th
Explanation:
India was the 9th largest recipient of FDI in 2019 and will continue to attract investments, states the
latest UN report. India received USD 51 billion in foreign investment in 2019, revealed UN Conference
on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) in its report.
Q.270) Dinu Randive was a renowned journalist and freedom fighter from which state of the country?
(1) Odisha
(2) West Bengal
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Senior journalist and freedom fighter from Maharashtra, Dinu Randive has passed away due to old age.
He was 95. Randive played a key role in the struggle movement called Samyukta Maharashtra
movement to carve out Maharashtra state.
Q.271) Who will host and produce the 2020 Emmy Awards?

(1) Oprah Winfrey

(2) Ellen DeGeneres
(3) Jimmy Kimmel
(4) Jimmy Fallon
Correct Answer - (3) Jimmy Kimmel
Explanation:
Popular American TV host Jimmy Kimmel will host the 2020 Emmy Awards. The awards are set to take
place on September 20. It is yet unclear whether it will be virtual or live in-person amid the COVID-19
pandemic.
Q.272) Which state has signed MoUs worth Rs 16000 crore with 12 international firms?
(1) Telangana
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Andhra Pradesh
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
The Maharashtra government has signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth Rs 16000 crore
with 12 international firms including three Chinese companies. The investment from the three Chinese
firms alone amounts to Rs 5000 crore.
Q.273) PM Narendra Modi interacted with how many state Chief Ministers on June 17, 2020?
(1) 15
(2) 21
(3) 16
(4) 20
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Chief Ministers of 15 remaining states and union
territories on June 17, 2020. During the interaction, he said that the number of patients recovered from
COVID-19 is more than the number of active coronavirus cases in the country.
Q.274) Which banks has launched an online overdraft facility ‘Insta Flexi Cash’ for its salary account
customers?
(1) Yes Bank
(2) Axis Bank
(3) HDFC Bank
(4) ICIC Bank
Correct Answer - (4) ICIC Bank
Explanation:
ICICI Bank has launched ‘Insta Flexi cash’, an online overdraft(od) facility for its pre approved salary
account customers, by which these customers can get approval for OD instantly & in a paperless
manner. The end-to-end fully digital facility can be accessed with no documentation, using the Bank’s
internet banking platform without visiting a bank branch. The end-to-end fully digital facility is often
accessed with no documentation, using the Bank’s internet banking platform without visiting a bank
branch. This facility is meant to guard ICICI Bank Salary Account customers against missing their
Equated Monthly Instalments (EMIs) or cheque bounces thanks to insufficient funds by providing short-
term instant credit. Customers can easily avail of this facility by initiating their application online.
Q.275) Union Minister of State for Home affairs G. Kishan Reddy launched ‘GermiBAN’,a robot, to assist
COVID-19 workers in which state?
(1) Sikkim
(2) Odisha
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Telangana

Explanation:
Union Minister of State for Home affairs G. Kishan Reddy launched ‘GermiBAN’, a device developed by
Atal Incubation Centre & Association of Lady Entrepreneurs of India-Women Entrepreneurs HUB.
Q.276) Which state government has approved an ordinance on deferment of payments to employees,
pensioners?
(1) Odisha
(2) Karnataka
(3) Maharashtra
(4) Telangana
Explanation:
The Telangana government has promulgated an ordinance to make special provision for deferment of
payments to any person, employees and pensioners in the event of disaster and public health
emergency.
Q.277) Who was announced the winner of New Zealand’s first ‘Virtual’ Chef competition – the ‘Quality
NZ Culinary Cup’ held in India?
(1) Balram Raikwar
(2) Vikram Dev Singh
(3) Rana Kapoor
(4) Chef Angad Singh Rana
Correct Answer - (4) Chef Angad Singh Rana
Explanation:
Cricketer Stephen Fleming announced Chef Angad Singh Rana as the winner of New Zealand’s first
‘Virtual’ Chef competition – the ‘Quality NZ Culinary Cup’ held in India.
Q.278) Schizothorax sikusirumensis is a new species of fish, recently discoverd in which state of India?
(1) Assam
(2) Sikkim
(3) Tripura
Correct Answer - (4) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
In Arunachal Pradesh, a new species of fish has been discovered from genus Schizothoraxunder family.
The fish species is named as Schizothorax sikusirumensis. The discovery was made by Dr. Keshav Kumar
Jha, Associate Professor & Head, Department of Zoology, Jawaharlal Nehru College, Pasighat.
Q.279) The AIIB approved how much loan to India on June 17, 2020?
(1) USD 750 million
(2) USD 500 million
(3) USD 380 million
(4) USD 450 million
Explanation:
The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved USD 750 million worth loan to India on June
17, 2020. The fund granted will be used by the Indian government to strengthen battle against the
impact of COVID-19 on the poor and vulnerable.
Q.280) Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziev has resigned from the post of the Prime Minister of which
country?
(1) Uzbekistan
(2) Turkey
(3) Azerbaijan
(4) Kyrgyzstan
Correct Answer - (4) Kyrgyzstan

Explanation:
Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziev, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, has announced his resignation from the
post on 15 June 2020.
Q.281) Name of the state which gives ‘corona warriors’ status to Divyang Anganwadi workers, recently.
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Uttara Pradesh
(3) Maharashtra
(4) West Bengal
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh government gives ‘corona warriors’ status to Divyang Anganwadi workers. These
divyang Anganwadi workers are playing an important role in the state during the ongoing Corona crisis.
They are distributing nutritious food from house to house of the beneficiaries. They are also advising
people to avoid corona infection. Anganwadi workers advise that stay at home and follow the mantra of
social distancing in remote areas.
Q.282) What is the rank of India globally in terms of nuclear arsenals possessed by the country, as per
SIPRI Yearbook 2020 report?
(1) 2nd
(2) 6th
(3) 8th
(4) 10th
Explanation:
The Swedish think tank, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) released its 51st
edition of the SIPRI Yearbook 2020 on 15 June 2020, which assesses the current state of armaments,
disarmament and international security. As per the report, the number of nuclear arsenal in India has
increased compared to the previous year. India added 10 more weapons by January 2020 to the
stockpile to touch 150, compared to an estimated 130-140 in January 2019. This places India at sixth
place globally in the list.
Q.283) Which country has the highest number of nuclear warheads in the world as per SIPRI Yearbook
2020 report?
(1) United States
(2) China
(3) Russia
(4) Germany
Explanation:
United States has highest nuclear warheads at 5800, followed by Russia and United Kingdom. The
report also states that the nine nuclear-armed states namely United States, Russia, the United Kingdom,
France, China, India, Pakistan, Israel and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea (North Korea),
together possessed an estimated 13 400 nuclear weapons in January 2020.
Q.284) Name of the ministry which launched recently “India Rankings 2020” for Higher Educational
Institutions?
(1) Minister of Home Affairs
(2) Minister of Science and Technology
(3) Minister of Health and Family Welfare
(4) Ministry of Human Resource Development
Correct Answer - (4) Ministry of Human Resource Development
Explanation:
Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, released “India
Rankings 2020” of Institutions of Higher Education in various categories on the basis of their
performance on five broad categories of parameters. The Minister released India Rankings 2020

virtually in 10 categories in the presence of Minister of State for HRD ,Shri Sanjay Dhotre. Additional
Secretary (Higher Education), Shri Rakesh Ranjan, MHRD; Chairman UGC, Prof. D. P. Singh; Chairman,
AICTE Anil Sahasrabudhe; Chairman NBA, Prof. K.K. Aggarwal; Member Secretary NBA, Dr. Anil Kumar
Nassa, and representatives of Higher Education Institutions witnessed the release through video
conferencing. This is the fifth consecutive edition of India Rankings of the institutions of higher
education in India. In 2020, an addition to nine rankings ie one domain “Dental” has been introduced
for the first time bringing the total tally to 10 categories / subject domains.
Q.285) What is the theme of this year’s International Day of Family Remittances?
(1) Remittances are a lifeline
(2) Families and inclusive societies
(3) Migrant Workers Families
(4) Remittances -A source of income
Correct Answer - (1) Remittances are a lifeline
Explanation:
International Day of Family Remittances 2020 (IDFR) is celebrated each year on June 16 across the
world. The day is organised by the United Nations and is universally accepted. This day is celebrated to
recognise the efforts of migrants who help to improve the lives of their family members back home.
International Day of Family Remittances 2020 theme is “Remittances are a lifeline.”
Q.286) Which state observed the Mask Day on 18 June 2020?

(1) Kerala
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Karnataka
Explanation:
On 18 June 2020, Karnataka observed ‘Mask Day’ to create awareness about the importance of wearing
a mask as a preventive measure against Covid-19.
Q.287) Which state has launched Karmo Bhumi portal to help IT professionals?
(1) West Bengal
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Sikkim
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (1) West Bengal
Explanation:
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched Karmo Bhumi portal to help IT professionals,
who returned to Bengal after losing jobs in the wake of COVID-19 outbreak.
Q.288) India was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council with how many
votes?
(1) 187
(2) 189
(3) 192
(4) 184
Explanation:
India was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member for a two-year term on June
17, 2020. India received overwhelming support from UN member states, winning 184 votes out of the
total 192 valid votes polled in the 193-member UN General Assembly.
Q.289) Volkan Bozkir has been elected unopposed as the President of the 75th UN General Assembly.
He belongs to which nation?
(1) Russia
(2) Armenia

(3) Germany
(4) Turkey
Correct Answer - (4) Turkey
Explanation:
Turkish diplomat Volkan Bozkir was elected unopposed as the President of the 75th UN General
Assembly in September 2020. Bozkir’s candidature was endorsed from among the Western European
and other States.
Q.290) Which country will host the Asian Youth Para Games 2021?
(1) Malaysia
(2) Bahrain
(3) Argentina
(4) China
Correct Answer - (2) Bahrain
Explanation:
Bahrain has been chosen by the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) as the host country for the fourth
edition of the Asian Youth Para Games to be held from December 1 to 10 in 2021.
Q.291) Which among these firms has been appointed as the auditor of the PM CARES Fund?
(1) SARC & Associates
(2) Deloitte
(3) PwC
(4) KPMG
Correct Answer - (1) SARC & Associates
Explanation:
The Trustees of the Prime Minister’s Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES)
Fund have appointed SARC & Associates, Chartered Accountants, New Delhi as auditor of the fund for
three years. The firm, SARC & Associates, is headed by Sunil Kumar Gupta.
Q.292) In which state, India established its First Ever Infectious Disease Diagnostic Lab?
(1) Chennai
(2) Gurugram
(3) Mumbai
(4) New Delhi
Correct Answer - (4) New Delhi
Explanation:
India’s first infectious disease diagnostic lab is now ready. This rapid response mobile labrotary is part of
government Aatmnirbhar Bharat.
Q.293) Which has become the top state in country to provide employment to workers under
MGNREGA?
(1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Sikkim
(3) Telangana
(4) Odisha
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh has become the top state in the country to provide employment to the workers under
the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme MGNREGA.
Q.294) Achyut Usgaonkar who has passed away recently was the former minister of which state?
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Maharashtra
(3) West Bengal
(4) Goa

Explanation:
Former Goa minister Achyut Kashinath Sinai Usgaonkar has passed away following age-related ailments.
He was 92. He served as a cabinet minister from August 13, 1977 to April 27, 1979 in the then
Shashikala Kakodkar government of Goa, Daman and Diu.
Q.295) Name the Indian companies which have featured in the 2020 Technology Pioneers list of WEF?
(1) Altizon and KrazyBee
(2) Zest Money and Stellapps
(3) Snapmint and Kissht
(4) Next ware and iobot Technologies
Correct Answer - (2) ZestMoney and Stellapps
Explanation:
Two Indian firms namely Zest Money and Stellapps have figured in the 2020 Technology Pioneers list
released by the World Economic Forum (WEF) on 16 June 2020.
Q.296) How many Khelo India State Centres of Excellence to be set up across country under Khelo India
Scheme?
(1) 10
(2) 6
(3) 8
(4) 7
Explanation:
The sports ministry is all set to establish Khelo India State Centres of Excellence under the Khelo India
Scheme.
Q.297) What is the revised sovereign rating for India in the latest report by the Fitch Ratings?
(1) BB-
(2) BBB+
(3) BB
(4) BBB-
Correct Answer - (4) BBB-
Explanation:
Fitch Ratings has revised India’s long-term outlook to negative from stable, citing risks due to continued
acceleration in the number of new Covid-19 cases as the lockdown is eased gradually in the country.
The global credit rating agency has affirmed the country’s sovereign rating at ‘BBB-’, the lowest
investment grade.
Q.298) PM Narendra Modi launched the auction of how many coal mines?
(1) 43
(2) 42
(3) 40
(4) 41
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi launched the auction of 41 coal mines for commercial mining through video
conference on June 18, 2020. The launch is a part of the announcements that were made by the centre
under Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
Q.299) Recently a temple believed to be 500 years old has been found in the Mahanadi River in which
state?
(1) Telangana
(2) Odisha
(3) WestBengal
(4) Maharashtra

Explanation:
Temple believed to be 500 years old has been found in the Mahanadi River in Odisha.
Q.300) What is the theme of this year’s World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought?
(1) Food Feed Fibre
(2) Land has true value
(3) Let’s grow the future together
(4) Multi Development Challenge
Correct Answer - (1) Food Feed Fibre
Explanation:
The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is a United Nations observance each June 17.Its
purpose is to raise awareness of the presence of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of
preventing desertification and recovering from drought. This year the theme for World Day to Combat
Desertification And Drought is “Food. Feed. Fibre“.
Q.301) World's largest COVID makeshift hospital is being planned in which Indian state/ UT?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Delhi
(3) Tamil Nadu
(4) Gujarat
Explanation:
The Delhi government is planning to build a 10,000-bed makeshift hospital for the treatment of COVID-
19 patients under a sprawling tent in South Delhi. This would be the world’s largest COVID-19 facility, as
it will be as large as over 22 football fields.
Q.302) Which nation won the African seat in the UNSC Elections 2020?
(1) Kenya
(2) Djibouti
(3) Zambia
(4) Egypt
Correct Answer - (1) Kenya
Explanation:
Kenya defeated Djibouti to win the last African seat at the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) on
June 18, 2020 after the UN General Assembly (UNGA) failed to choose between the two candidates
during the first round.
Q.303) Which country has launched Corona-Warn-App”, corona virus tracing app?
(1) Russia
(2) Bahrain
(3) Hungary
(4) Germany
Correct Answer - (4) Germany
Explanation:
Germany sought to mobilize the public 0to download a new smart phone app that seeks to help break
the chain of corona virus infections, one of several such apps in Europe that governments hope will
revive travel and tourism.
Q.304) Which nation’s President has approved a Constitution Amendment Bill seeking to update the
country’s political map with territories claimed by India?
(1) China
(2) Pakistan
(3) Bhutan
(4) Nepal
Explanation:

Nepal's President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on June 18, 2020 approved the Constitution Amendment Bill
that seeks to update the nation's political map by including areas claimed by India. The bill was passed
earlier in the day by Nepal's upper house of the Parliament, National Assembly with unanimous
support. All 57 members of the house voted in favour of the bill.
Q.305) Who have been crowned Bundesliga champions for an eighth successive season?
(1) Bayern Munich
(2) Werder Bremen
(3) William Carl
(4) Tony Magnus
Correct Answer - (1) Bayern Munich
Explanation:
Bayern Munich have been crowned Bundesliga champions for an eighth successive season after a 1-0
win at Werder Bremen.
Q.306) Which multinational company has become a net debt-free company?

(1) Tata Steel
(2) Indian Oil Corporation
(3) Reliance Industries
(4) Aditya Birla Group
Correct Answer - (3) Reliance Industries
Explanation:
Reliance Industries Limited has raised over Rs 1,68,818 crore within just two months through
investments by global tech investors - Rs 115,693.95 crore and Rights Issue - Rs 53,124.20 crore. With
these investments, RIL has become a "net debt-free" company.
Q.607) Who won the World Stars Sharjah Chess Championship?

(1) Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
(2) Pentala Harikrishna
(3) Garry Kasparov
(4) Magnus Carlsen
Correct Answer - (1) Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
Explanation:
Shakhriyar Mamedyarov from Azerbaijan became the winner of the World Stars Sharjah Online Chess
Championship 2020, a double round-robin tournament with 10 min +3 sec time control organized by
the Sharjah Cultural & Chess Club.
Q.308) Who launched India’s first mobile COVID testing laboratory?

(1) Dr Harsh Vardhan
(2) Amit Shah
(3) JP Nadda
Correct Answer - (1) Dr Harsh Vardhan
Explanation:
The Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on June 17 launched India’s first mobile laboratory for the
testing of COVID-19 in rural and inaccessible areas of India.
Q.309) What is the name of novel written by Nobel Prize winner Kazuo Ishiguro?
(1) Klara and the Sun
(2) Death in Her Hands
(3) My Dark Vanessa
(4) The Glass Hotel
Correct Answer - (1) Klara and the Sun
Explanation:

Nobel Prize winner(2017) Kazuo Ishiguro(Japan born british author) will release his new novel 'Klara and
the Sun' & will be published by Faber & Faber in the United Kingdom, Alfred A. Knopf in the United
States and Knopf in Canada on March 2, 2021.
Q.310) The 4th Asian Youth Para Games to be held in which place in December 2021?
(1) China
(2) Singapore
(3) Thailand
(4) Bahrain
Correct Answer - (4) Bahrain
Explanation:
The Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) announced that Bahrain will host the fourth edition of the Asian
Youth Para Games from December 1 to 10 next year.
Q.311) India is set to serve as the President of UNSC in which of these months?
(1) March 2021
(2) December 2020
(3) August 2021
(4) November 2020
Correct Answer - (3) August 2021
Explanation:
India will serve as the President of the powerful 15-nation UN Security Council for the month of August,
2021. The presidency of the Council is held by each of the members in turn for one month, following the
English alphabetical order of the member states’ names.
Q.312) The All India Football Federation has nominated former Indian caption IM Vijayan’s name for
which award?
(1) Padma Shri
(2) Padma Bhushan
(3) Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
(4) Dronacharya Award
Correct Answer - (1) Padma Shri
Explanation:
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has decided to recommend former Indian caption IM Vijayan for
the Padma Shri award, which is the country’s fourth-highest civilian award. The 51-year-old is one of the
most skillful footballers that the country has ever seen.
Q.313) Recently which IT company has signed Climate Pledge to become net-zero carbon by 2040?
(1) Infosys
(2) Wipro
(3) TCS
(4) HCL
Correct Answer - (1) Infosys
Explanation:
a significant move, Indian software major, Infosys announced that it will make its business net zero
carbon by 2040, ten years ahead of the deadline set out by the Paris Agreement.
Q.314) Which edition of Academy awards (Oscar) scheduled on February 2021 was postponed to April
2021?
(1) 87th
(2) 88th
(3) 91st
(4) 93rd
Correct Answer - (4) 93rd
Explanation:

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Monday announced that the 93rd Academy
Awards, originally scheduled for February 28, 2021, has been pushed back to April 25 of the same year
due to coronavirus concerns. This is the first time in 40 years that the ceremony is being rescheduled.
Q.315) Who authored the novel titled ‘A Burning’?

(1) Mirza Waheed
(2) Nikita Lalwani
(3) Sujatha Gidla
(4) Megha Majumdar
Correct Answer - (4) Megha Majumdar
Explanation:
The Penguin Hamish Hamilton released the “A Burning”, debut novel of Megha Majumdar. The 32-year-
old New York’s writer who was born and raised in Kolkata. The book is about the lives of three
characters, Tommy Orange, Yaa Gyasi and Jhumpa Lahiri who want to rise to the middle class, to
political power, to gain fame in the film industry and how their lives changed in Indian society.
Q.316) When did PM launch Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan?

(1) 20 June
(2) 19 June
(3) 18 June
(4) 21 June
Correct Answer - (1) 20 June
Explanation:
PM Narendra Modi launched Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan on 20 June. The scheme is to empower and
provide livelihood opportunities in areas/ villages that witness large numbers of returnee migrant
workers affected by the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign was flagged off by the PM from village
Telihar, Block Beldaur, district Khagaria, Bihar through Video-Conference.
Q.317) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest Forbes Real-Time Billionaire index released on
20 June 2020?
(1) 6th
(2) 9th
(3) 12th
(4) 21st
Explanation:
Reliance Industries (RIL) chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani, has entered into the list of
world’s top 10 richest persons, according to the Forbes Real-Time Billionaire list. Ambani’s net worth
rose to $64.6 billion on 19 June 2020, making him the 9th richest person in the world. RIL’s shares
soared 6.2% to hit a new all-time high of Rs 1,788.60 on the BSE on 19 June before ending at Rs
1,759.50 (up over 6 percent), helping the company’s market capitalisation to cross Rs 11-trillion
mark.He is the richest Asian in the list.
Q.318) As per the latest ranking of Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Mukesh Ambani is the 9th richest
person in the world. Who is the top most richest person in the index?
(1) Warren Buffett
(2) Mark Zuckerberg
(3) Jeff Bezos
(4) Bill gates
Explanation:
The Amazon founder held onto the top spot in the final day of the 2019 Bloomberg Billionaire Index
with an estimated net worth of $115 billion. He's trailed closely by Microsoft founder Bill Gates, whose
estimated worth is $113 billion.

Q.319) Who among the following has been appointed as the Chairman of the National Institute of Public
Finance and Policy (NIPFP)?
(1) Raghuram Rajan
(2) Viral Acharya
(3) Urjit Patel
(4) R. Gandhi
Correct Answer - (3) Urjit Patel
Explanation:
Former Reserve Bank of India Governor Urjit Patel has been appointed as the Chairman of the National
Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP). His four-year term will begin from June 22, 2020.
Q.320) British Petroleum’s (BP) India is planning to set up a global business service centre in which city?
(1) Pune
(2) Mumbai
(3) Chennai
(4) Lucknow
Explanation:
British Petroleum’s (BP) India is planning to set up a global business service centre in Pune and hire
2000 people for the same.
Q.321) How many Khelo India Centers (KIC) have been proposed by the Ministry of Sports to be set up
in the country at district level?
(1) 1000
(2) 500
(3) 750
(4) 900
Explanation:
The Ministry of Sports has decided to establish 1,000 Khelo India Centers (KIC) at the district level across
the country. These centers will either be run by a past champion or have them as coaches. For the
financial year 2020-21, 1000 such centres have been proposed.
Q.322) India to lead Summit 2020 on _______.

(1) 21-22 June
(2) 22-23 June
(3) 21-22 July
(4) 22-23 July
Correct Answer - (3) 21-22 July
Explanation:
The 45th annual meeting of the United States India Business Council (USIBC) will be marked with the
2020 India ideas Summit. India will virtually host the event on 21st and 22nd July.
Q.323) Which among the following is the first ever Indian company to cross the market capitalization
mark of $150 billion?
(1) HDFC Bank
(2) Reliance Industries
(3) TCS
Correct Answer - (2) Reliance Industries
Explanation:
Mukesh Ambani owned Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has become the first Indian company to enter
the exclusive club of $150 billion in market capitalisation. The Shares of the company soared 6.2% to hit
a new all-time high of Rs 1,788.60 on the BSE on 19 June before ending at Rs 1,759.50 (up over 6
percent) RIL now has a market capitalisation of $151.2 billion, which is the highest ever valuation of an
Indian company.

Q.324) As per Asian Development Bank,Indian economy to contract by how much percent in FY21?
(1) 4%
(2) 4.5%
(3) 5.0%
(4) 5.5%
Explanation:
Hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, the Indian economy is expected to contract by 4 per cent during
the current financial year, the ADB said in a supplement to its Asian Development Outlook (ADO).
Q.325) Who was appointed as the auditor of Prime Minister’s Citizens Assistance and Relief in
Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund?
(1) Amar Sharma
(2) Vikas Singh
(3) Sanjay Chaturvedi
(4) Sunil Kumar Gupta
Correct Answer - (4) Sunil Kumar Gupta
Explanation:
Trustees of the fund, which is called Prime Minister’s Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency
Situations (PM CARES) Fund, appointed “SARC & Associates, Chartered Accountants, New Delhi, as the
auditors” for three years.
Q.326) What will be the objective of India during its tenure in UNSC (2021-22)?
(1) SORTS
(2) NORMS
(3) 3T
(4) 5R
Correct Answer - (2) NORMS
Explanation:
India’s overall objective during this tenure in the UN Security Council will be the achievement of
N.O.R.M.S: New Orientation for a Reformed Multilateral System.
Q.327) What is the total amount allocated to the Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan launched by the
government for the migrant workers to provide them employment?
(1) Rs 30,000 crore
(2) Rs 75,000 crore
(3) Rs 20,000 crore
(4) Rs 50,000 crore
Correct Answer - (4) Rs 50,000 crore
Explanation:
Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi has launched a dedicated Rs 50,000 crore Garib Kalyan
Rojgar Abhiyaan, via video conference, on 20 June 2020., to create jobs for millions of migrant workers
who returned home during the coronavirus-induced lockdown
Q.328) Kubatbek Boronov was appointed as the president of which country?

(1) Uzbekistan
(2) Tajikistan
(3) Kyrgyzstan
(4) Pakistan
Correct Answer - (3) Kyrgyzstan
Explanation:
Kubatbek Boronov (55) was appointed as Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister. Kyrgyzstan’s President Sooronbai
Jeenbekov signed an order to appoint him. He succeeded Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziyev who resigned
on June 15 following accusations of corruption.

Q.329) Which state observed the 19th edition of its annual Great June Uprising Unity Day on 18 June?
(1) Sikkim
(3) Tripura
(4) Manipur
Correct Answer - (4) Manipur
Explanation:
On 18 June 2020, Manipur observed the 19th Great June Uprising Unity Day to pay homage to 18
martyrs who laid down their lives to protect the territorial integrity of Manipur on June 18 in 2001.
Q.330) What is the theme of the International Day of Yoga 2020?

(1) Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family
(2) Yoga Amid Pandemic
(3) Yoga to Improve Health
(4) Yoga & Climate Action
Correct Answer - (1) Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family
Explanation:
The theme of the 6th International Day of Yoga 2020 is “Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family”. Due to
COVID-19, this year International Day of Yoga will be celebrated virtually at 7 am on June 21 so people
will join through digital platforms.
Q.331) What is the name of the youngest known magnetar discovered by NASA?
(1) Magne J1818.0-1607
(2) Swift J1818.0-1607
(3) Neutr J1818.0-1607
(4) Star J1818.0-1607
Correct Answer - (2) Swift J1818.0-1607
Explanation:
Astronomers at the US (United Sates) based space agency NASA (National Aeronautics and Space
Administration) have discovered the youngest known magnetar (a type of neutron star) named "Swift
J1818.0-1607" about 16,000 light years away from Earth.
Q.332) Which state/UT has launched ‘First Bell’ initiative for online classes in the state schools?
(1) Kerala
(2) Tamil Nadu
(3) Goa
(4) Assam
Explanation:
Classes for State school students, under the name First Bell, will get under way on June 1 through the
KITE Victers channel and other online mechanisms. The Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for
Education (KITE) has brought out the timetable for conducting the classes.
Q.333) Which portal was launched by government to Promote R&D in Mining, Mineral Sector?
(1) Satyabhama
(2) Urjit
(3) Avishkar
(4) Aayog
Correct Answer - (1) Satyabhama
Explanation:
The mines ministry announced the launch of a portal “SATYABHAMA (Science and Technology Yojana
for Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Mining Advancement)” with an aim to promote research and development
in the mining and minerals sector.
Q.334) Tata Power signed agreement with which state to develop 100 MW solar project?
(1) Telangana

(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has received a letter of award from Maharashtra State
Electricity Distribution Co Ltd. (MSEDCL) to develop a 100 MW solar project in Maharashtra.
Q.335) As per Asian Development Bank, developing Asia to grow by how much percent in 2020?
(1) 0.1%
(2) 0.2%
(3) 0.3%
(4) 0.5%
Correct Answer - (1) 0.1%
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank said countries in Developing Asia will “barely grow” in 2020, while India’s
economy is forecast to contract by 4 per cent this fiscal due to the adverse effect of the corona virus
pandemic.
Q.336) Which State/UTs had made 5 days institutional quarantine mandatory for all positive patients of
Covid-19?
(1) Punjab
(2) Chandigarh
(3) Haryana
(4) Delhi
Explanation:
COVID-19 patients who were pre-symptomatic or had mild symptoms were advised to self-quarantine
themselves at their homes by staying in a separate room and using a separate toilet. This was as per a
notice issued last month. Over the last couple of weeks, the COVID-19 cases are notable on the rise in
the National Capital, following this development the Lieutenant Governor of New Delhi, Anil Baijal on
19th June 2020 had made 5 days institutional quarantine mandatory for all positive patients of Covid-
19.
Q.337) The central government has approved to provide fund of Rs 1,829 for implementation of Jal
Jeevan Mission for which state?
(1) Telangana
(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Centre has approved funding of 1,829 crore rupees for the effective implementation of Jal Jeevan
Mission in Maharashtra for 2020-21 on the basis of the Annual Action Plan (AAP) for 2020-21 presented
by Maharashtra to the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. Also Rs 1,189.40 Crore was
allocated for Karnataka & 156.61 Crore Tripura in FY 2020-21.
Q.338) As per EPFO, Formal employment in India grew by how much percent in 2019-20?
(1) 29.5%
(2) 23.7%
(3) 25.5%
(4) 28.6%
Explanation:
The formal employment in India grew by a robust 28.6% in 2019-20 on the back of major policy reforms
of the government, including the roll-out of GST, allowing fixed-term contracts across sectors and lower

exits by EPFO subscribers because of better returns on PF deposits and services offered by the
retirement fund body.
Q.339) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the two stage electronic auction of how many coal
blocks for commercial mining through video-conference?
(1) 41
(2) 31
(3) 34
(4) 51
Explanation:
On the lines of the announcement made by the Central government under the 20 Lakh crore Aatma
Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, on June 18, 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the two stage
electronic auction of 41 coal blocks for commercial mining through video-conference. The process of
this e-auction was initiated by the Ministry of Coal in association with FICCI as an industry partner under
the provisions of Coal Mines (Special Provisions) Act and Mines and Minerals (Development and
Regulation) Act. The government has set a target to gasify around 100 million tonnes of coal by 2030.
Q.340) Who has been appointed as the ambassador of JSW cement’s marketing campaign ‘Leaders
Choice’?
(1) Sourav Ganguly
(2) Sachin Tendulkar
(3) Sunil Chhetri
(4) Both (1) and (3)
Correct Answer - (4) Both (1) and (3)
Explanation:
JSW Cement, a part of JSW Group, signed former Indian cricket captain Sourav Ganguly the current
president of Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) and Sunil Chhetri, captain of India’s National
Football Team & Bengaluru FC as their brand ambassadors for their marketing campaign Leaders Choice
in West Bengal, Bihar and Odisha.
Q.341) Who has been named as Photographer of the Year in professional category in 2020 Sony World
Photography Awards?
(1) Steve McCurry
(2) Mario Testino
(3) Pablo Albarenga
(4) Annie Leibovitz
Correct Answer - (3) Pablo Albarenga
Explanation:
Uruguay's Pablo Albarenga named Photographer of the Year in professional category in 2020 Sony
World Photography Awards.
Q.342) As per BP Statistic Review, which country is the 2nd biggest driver of global energy consumption
in 2019?
(1) Russia
(2) USA
(3) China
(4) India
Explanation:
India was second biggest growth driver of primary energy consumption in the world, behind China, in
2019 even though it witnessed fall in demand in oil and coal, according to BP Statistical Review.
Q.343) Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has developed herbal infusion technology to help
marginal farmers in mid-Himalayan region?
(1) IIT Kharagpur

(2) IIT Roorkee

(3) IIT Madras
(4) IIT Mandi
Correct Answer - (4) IIT Mandi
Explanation:
Researchers of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi have developed an herbal infusion technology,
as a source of income for local marginal farmers in the mid-Himalayas.
Q.344) Recently, Vidyaben Shah has died at the age of 97, she was a?
(1) Freedom fighter
(2) Author
(3) Singer
(4) Musican
Correct Answer - (1) Freedom fighter
Explanation:
Vidyaben Shah was an Indian social worker and activist known for her work with children, women and
the elderly in India. While she was already serving as Vice-President, she was appointed the first non-
officio President of the New Delhi Municipal Council by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1975.
Q.345) What is the theme of this year’s World Refugee Day?

(1) Every Action Counts
(2) Not just to get
(3) Now More Than Ever
(4) Be with them
Correct Answer - (1) Every Action Counts
Explanation:
The United Nations’ (UN) World Refugee Day is observed on June 20 each year to commemorates the
obstacles refugees face each year, while also celebrating their courage and strength. The theme of
World Refugee Day this year is “every action counts.”
Q.346) When will NITI Aayog launch 'Decarbonising Transport in India' project?
(1) June 24th
(2) June 25th
(3) June 26th
(4) June 27th
Correct Answer - (1) June 24th
Explanation:
NITI Aayog will be launching 'Decarbonising Transport in India' project on June 24, 2020 in collaboration
with the International Transport Forum. The main aim of the project will be to develop a pathway
towards a low-carbon transport system for India.
Q.347) Which nation has decided to amend its Citizenship Act?

(1) India
(2) Nepal
(3) Bangladesh
(4) Myanmar
Explanation:
Nepal’s parliamentary panel recently proposed an amendment in the nation’s Citizenship Act. Under
the amendment, a foreign woman marrying a Nepali national will have to wait for 7 years to get
naturalised citizenship.
Q.348) Which state’s pollution control board has issued closure notice to Oil India Limited’s operations
in Baghjan Oil Field?
(1) Meghalaya
(2) Assam

(3) Manipur
(4) West Bengal
Correct Answer - (2) Assam
Explanation:
The Pollution Control Board Assam (PCBA) has issued a closure notice to Oil India Limited (OIL),
directing the oil production company to close down all its production and drilling operations in Baghjan
Oil Field.
Q.349) Which among the following organisations has collaborated with International Transport Forum
(ITF) for “Decarbonising Transport in India” project?
(1) Ministry of Road and Highways
(2) Central Information Commission
(3) NITI Aayog
(4) Lokpal
Correct Answer - (3) NITI Aayog
Explanation:
NITI Aayog has collaborated with International Transport Forum (ITF) for “Decarbonising Transport in
India” project, with the aim to develop a pathway towards a low-carbon transport system for India. The
project will be launched online on 24 June, 2020, at YouTube live stream, which can be accessed at
https://youtu.be/l2G5x5RdBUM
Q.350) Which became the first Indian company with a market value of Rs 11 lakh crore as investors
rejoiced fundraising that will make it debt-free?
(1) Reliance
(2) Syntel
(3) TCS
(4) Wipro
Correct Answer - (1) Reliance
Explanation:
Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s flagship Reliance Industries Ltd. became the first Indian company with a
market value of Rs 11 lakh crore as investors rejoiced fundraising that will make it debt-free.
Q.351) Which state will launch ‘Play little, Study little’ scheme for school students?
(1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Telangana
(3) Assam
(4) Tripura
Correct Answer - (4) Tripura
Explanation:
The Tripura government has decided to launch a scheme called ‘Ektu Khelo, Ektu Padho’ which means
‘Play little, Study little’, from June 25, 2020. Under the scheme, the students would be getting audio and
video content on learning activities projects as well as fun and gaming activities through SMS or Whats
App.
Q.352) Which Club has won the 2019-20 Coppa Italia cup?
(1) Napoli
(2) Coppa Italia
(3) Bengaluru FC
(4) Assam FC
Correct Answer - (1) Napoli
Explanation:
The football club Napoli has won the 2019-20 Coppa Italia cup after defeating Juventus with 4–2 on
shootout penalties in the final after a goalless draw. .
Q.353) How much amount of loan has been approved by France for India to support the country in
dealing with COVID-19?

(1) Euro 200 million

Correct Answer - (1) Euro 200 million
Explanation:
The Government of France has committed 200 million euros for India to optimize and scale up the
Indian Government’s existing social protection measures against COVID-19 and further increase the
state and central governments’ capacities to support the country’s most vulnerable people in the wake
of the COVID-19 crisis.
Q.354) Who was appointed as CEO of Professional Risk Managers’ International Association?
(2) Vinay Dubey
(3) Samanth Rai
(4) Nirakar Pradhan
Correct Answer - (4) Nirakar Pradhan
Explanation:
The Professional Risk Managers’ International Association has appointed Dr Nirakar Pradhan, CFA, as
the Chief Executive Officer of its new India office. Pradhan has led teams at State Bank of India.
Q.355) The centre has granted how much emergency fund to the Armed forces?
(1) Rs 1000 crore
(2) Rs 300 crore
(3) Rs 500 crore
(4) Rs 700 crore
Explanation:
The government has granted emergency funds up to Rs 500 crore per procurement project to the three
armed services to buy weapons and military hardware in view of the escalating border standoff with
China.
Q.356) Niki Poonacha is an Indian national champion associated with which sports?
(1) Badminton
(2) Chess
(3) Tennis
(4) Running
Correct Answer - (3) Tennis
Explanation:
India’s reigning national tennis champion Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha has been elected by the International
Tennis Federation (ITF) to the ITF World Tennis Tour Player Panels. He will represent the Asia-Oceania
zone in men’s player panel.
Q.357) Which company has acquired Swedish mapping technology company Mapillary?
(1) Google
(2) Face book
(3) Microsoft
(4) TCS
Correct Answer - (2) Face book
Explanation:
Face book Inc acquired Swedish mapping technology company Mapillary, which collects images from
tens of thousands of contributors to build immersive and up-to-date maps.
Q.358) Recently government has lowered the GST on electrical vehicles to how much percent?
(1) 20%
(2) 15%

(3) 10%
(4) 12%
Explanation:
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari stated that he believes India will be a manufacturing hub
for electric vehicles within the next five years, adding that several countries do not want to deal with
China after the COVID-19 crisis which can be an opportunity for India
Q.359) Which court allowed the Puri Rath Yatra to be conducted with certain restrictions?
(1) Delhi HC
(2) Allahabad HC
(3) Supreme Court
(4) Telangana HC
Correct Answer - (3) Supreme Court
Explanation:
The Supreme Court on June 22, 2020 indicated that it would allow Puri's Rath Yatra, which is scheduled
to start from tomorrow. The Apex court stated that it cannot micro-manage the rituals and left it to the
wisdom of state, the Centre and temple management to deal with that issue.
Q.360) Which city is Building a New ‘She-Man’ Station to Make it More Trans-Friendly?
(1) Delhi
(2) Lucknow
(3) Noida
(4) Pune
Correct Answer - (3) Noida
Explanation:
a first-of-its-kind initiative by a metro rail system in northern India, the Noida-Greater Noida Metro has
decided to convert the Sector 50 station into a “She-Man” station that will have special facilities and
employment for the transgender community.
Q.361) Who is the author of the book ‘Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India’?
(1) Preeti Shenoy
(2) Chetan Bhagat
(3) Amish Tripathi
(4) Ravinder Singh
Correct Answer - (3) Amish Tripathi
Explanation:
Bestselling author, Amish Tripathi has announced the launch of his new fiction book titled ‘Legend of
Suheldev: The King Who Saved India’ on 20 June 2020. The latest fiction is set in 11th-century and is a
story of a king who united men and women of the nation, irrespective of their religion, caste, region, or
status in society.
Q.362) How much fund has been allocated under PM CARES Fund for 50,000 ‘made in India’ ventilators?
(1) Rs 2000 crore
(2) Rs 3000 crore
(3) Rs 1000 crore
(4) Rs 1500 crore
Explanation:
The PM CARES Fund Trust has allocated Rs 2000 crore for the supply of 50000 indigenously
manufactured ventilators to government-run COVID hospitals in all states and union territories.
Q.363) Which state’s High Court has issued a notice to Twitter, centre, state government over
communal tweets?
(1) Delhi
(2) Telangana

(3) Bombay
(4) Madras
Explanation:
The Telangana High Court has issued notices to social networking site Twitter, Centre as well as the
state government seeking explanation on why posts allegedly linking COVID-19 to the Muslim
community and the religious event held in Nizamuddin in the national capital in March 2020, have not
been removed.
Q.364) Which nation will be holding a limited Hajj pilgrimage in 2020?

(1) UAE
(2) Qatar
(3) Saudi Arabia
(4) Bahrain
Correct Answer - (3) Saudi Arabia
Explanation:
Saudi Arabia announced that it will hold a "very limited" Hajj this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Only those people already living in the kingdom will be allowed to take part in the pilgrimage that
begins in late July.
Q.365) Which state has signed tripartite agreement with POWERGRID & EdCIL to setup smart
classrooms in schools?
(1) Punjab
(2) Haryana
(3) Odisha
(4) Rajasthan
Explanation:
Rajasthan Education Minister Govind Singh Dotasara informed that Rajasthan government has signed a
tripartite agreement with the Power Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) and the Educational
Consultants India Limited (EdCIL). To set up smart classrooms in 100 schools with a cost of Rs 1.85 crore.
E-content syllabus will be available for students from classes 1 to 12. In each school 4 teachers will be
trained to teach in the smart classrooms.
Q.366) Who among the following has been named as the winner of 2020 Peace Prize of the German
Book Trade?
(1) Amartya Sen
(2) Raghuram Rajan
(3) Kailash Satyarth
(4) Abhijit Banerjee
Correct Answer - (1) Amartya Sen
Explanation:
Nobel-laureate Indian economist and philosopher Amartya Sen has been selected for the 2020 Peace
Prize of the German Book Trade for his decades-long work around issues of global justice. The 86-year-
old Harvard professor and past Nobel prize winner will be awarded during a ceremony on 18 October
2020 in Frankfurt.
Q.367) Which nation blocked Pakistan’s attempt to declare Indian citizen as 'global terrorist'?
(1) Russia
(2) UK
(3) France
(4) US
Explanation:
The Union States has blocked and terminated Pakistan’s proposal to proscribe an Indian national as a
global terrorist by the UN Security Council (UNSC) 1267 sanctions committee.

Q.368) What is the estimated GDP growth rate of India for the year 2020 as per the revised forecast of
Moody’s?
(1) -3.1%
(2) -4%
(3) -5.3%
(4) -2%
Correct Answer - (1) -3.1%
Explanation:
Moody’s Investors Service has sharply revised its forecast for India’s annual GDP growth and has
projected the Indian economy to shrink 3.1 percent in the Calendar year 2020, caused by the
disruptions due to the corona virus pandemic. However, Moody’s expects the economy to register 6.9
percent growth in 2021.
Q.369) Which Indian has been elected to the International Tennis Federation (ITF) men’s player panel?
(1) Niki Kalayanda Poonacha
(2) Ti chen
(3) Nikhil Joshi
(4) Anupama Srinivasan
Correct Answer - (1) Niki Kalayanda Poonacha
Explanation:
Reigning national champion Niki Poonacha has been elected to the International Tennis Federation (ITF)
men’s player panel.
Q.370) India’s largest and first Virtual Healthcare & Hygiene EXPO 2020 has been organised by Ministry
of Ayush in partnership with________
(1) Food Corporation of India
(2) UNESCO
(3) Confederation of Indian Industry
(4) FICCI
Correct Answer - (4) FICCI
Explanation:
The Minister of State for Shipping (Independent charge) and Chemicals & Fertilisers Mansukh
Mandaviya inaugurated the country’s largest and first Virtual Healthcare & Hygiene EXPO 2020 on 22nd
June 2020. The Expo has been organised by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry
(FICCI), and supported by Ministry of AYUSH, GoI.
Q.371) Evariste Ndayishimiye was elected as the president of which country recently?
(1) Rwanda
(2) Congo
(3) Tanzania
(4) Burundi
Correct Answer - (4) Burundi
Explanation:
Evariste Ndayishimiye won the presidential election of Burundi held on May 20 and to swear in as
president in August 2020.
Q.372) Who participated in Russia -India-China Ministers meeting on June 23, 2020?
(1) S Jaishankar
(2) Rajnath Singh
(4) Harsh Vardhan
Correct Answer - (1) S Jaishankar
Explanation:
Union External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar participated in the virtual RIC (Russia-India-China)
foreign ministers meeting today, June 23, 2020. While addressing the trilateral meeting, Jaishankar

stated that the meeting is a special one that reiterates our belief in time-tested principles of
international relations.
Q.373) How much amount has been sanctioned by government for augmentation of healthcare facilities
in North Eastern States?
(1) ₹100 cr
(2) ₹200 cr
(3) ₹150 cr
(4) ₹190 cr
Correct Answer - (4) ₹190 cr
Explanation:
The Minister also disclosed that in the wake of COVID pandemic, Ministry of DoNER has decided to
sanction 190 crore rupees for augmentation of healthcare facility in the eight North Eastern States,
particularly for developing infrastructure for management of infectious diseases.
Q.374) The Supreme Court allowed the world-famous Jagannath Rath Yatra to take place in which city?
(1) Ahmedabad
(2) Puri
(3) Jamshedpur
(4) Raipur
Correct Answer - (2) Puri
Explanation:
The world-famous annual Jagannath Rath Yatra began on June 23, 2020 in Odisha’s Puri after the
Supreme Court gave its approval and left it on the wisdom of the state, centre and temple management
to manage the festival.
Q.375) What is the theme of this year’s World Hydrography Day?

(1) Hydrography enabling autonomous technologies
(2) Safe Navigation
(3) hydrographic information
(4) Mapping our seas
Correct Answer - (1) Hydrography enabling autonomous technologies
Explanation:
World Hydrography Day is observed on 21 June. This day was adopted by the International
Hydrographic Organization (IHO) as an annual celebration to increases awareness about the protection
of safe navigation and marine life protection. World Hydrography Day 2020 theme is “Hydrography
enabling autonomous technologies”
Q.376) Which state government has planned to launch Indira Rasoi Yojana?
(1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Rajasthan
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Rajasthan Chief Minister, Ashok Gehlot announced on June 24 that the state government has been
planning to launch Indira Rasoi Yojana (Indira Kitchen Scheme) to fulfill the government’s resolution of
‘No one Sleeps Hungry’.
Q.377) Which international body has asked Myanmar to ensure safe return of Rohingyas?
(1) UNHRC
(2) United Nations
(3) UNSC
(4) ICJ
Correct Answer - (1) UNHRC
Explanation:

The UNHRC also urged the Myanmar government to lift the internet shutdown in Rakhine state. The
council has called upon the Myanmar government to provide media, independent observers and
diplomatic corps full access to the country.
Q.378) Who inaugurated Virtual India Pavilion at Cannes Film Market 2020?
(1) Prakash Javedkar
(2) Smriti Irani
(3) Narendra Modi
(4) Rajnath Singh
Correct Answer - (1) Prakash Javedkar
Explanation:
Indian Participation at Cannes Film Festival – 2020 began with the e-inauguration of the Virtual India
Pavilion by Ministry of Information & Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar.
Q.379) The world’s first yoga university outside India has been launched in which country?
(1) US
(2) Japan
(3) Russia
(4) Canada
Explanation:
The world's first yoga university outside India has been launched in Los Angeles, United States as a part
of the 6th International Yoga Day commemorations. The Vivekananda Yoga University (VaYU) will offer
programmes that combine scientific principles and modern research approaches to the ancient Indian
practice of yoga.
Q.380) Which Bank has launched a new product KBL Micro Mitra for micro enterprises?
(1) IDBI Bank
(2) Karnataka Bank
(3) federal Bank
(4) Kotak Mahindra Bank
Correct Answer - (2) Karnataka Bank
Explanation:
Karnataka Bank has launched a new product KBL Micro Mitra, wherein financial assistance up to Rs.10
lakhs can be provided to the Micro manufacturing and service enterprises either for working capital or
for investment purposes.
Q.381) World Karate Federation has provisionally de-recognised which nation’s Karate association?
(1) Pakistan
(2) Malaysia
(3) Indonesia
(4) India
Explanation:
The World Karate Federation has provisionally de-recognised the Karate Association of India with
immediate effect for violating the world body's statutes during its 2019 elections.
Q.382) Who became the only Indian to feature in Town & Country magazine’s top global philanthropists
of 2020 list?
(1) Nita Ambani
(2) Oprah Winfrey
(3) Laxmi Singh
(4) Indra Nooyi
Correct Answer - (1) Nita Ambani
Explanation:

Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani became the only Indian to feature in Town & Country
magazine’s top global philanthropists of 2020 list.
Q.383) India has pledged how much amount to UNRWA for next two years?
(1) USD 10 million
(2) USD 15 million
(3) USD 5 million
(4) USD 7 million
Explanation:
India has pledged USD 10 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees
in the Near East (UNRWA) over the coming two years. The additional funding is over and above USD 5
million contributions announced for this year.
Q.384) Who was appointed as new CFO of Standard Chartered Bank (India)?
(1) Sanjay Singh
(2) Rajesh Agarwal
(3) Sandip Hota
(4) Gaurav Maheshwari
Correct Answer - (4) Gaurav Maheshwari
Explanation:
Standard Chartered Bank (India) announced the appointment of Gaurav Maheshwari as its new Chief
Financial Officer effective 22 June 2020.
Q.385) What is ‘Dhruva’, that has been developed by researchers and students of IIT-Bombay?
(1) Personal Protective Equipment
(2) COVID-19 Test Kit
(3) Receiver chip for NAVIC
(4) Microprocessor
Correct Answer - (3) Receiver chip for NAVIC
Explanation:
The students and researchers of IIT-Bombay has recently developed a homegrown receiver chip –
Dhruva. The chip can be used in smart phones and navigation devices to find locations and routes
within the country. It will receive signals from NAVIC group of navigation satellites of India, as well as
the US Global Positioning System-based satellites to determine a person’s location precisely.
Q.386) The Indian Space Research Organisation has initiated a 10,000 crore project- Gaganyaan to send
humans to space by which year?
(1) 2025
(2) 2030
(3) 2024
(4) 2022
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has initiated a 10,000 crore project- Gaganyaan to send
humans to space by 2022, in accordance to which, ISRO has received a patent for its Liquid Cooling and
Heating Garment (LCHG) for astronauts to use in space for protection from hot and cold environments.
Q.387) Which Indian state/UT became the first to operationalise rail coaches converted into isolation
units for Covid-19?
(1) New Delhi
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Gujarat
Explanation:

The Uttar Pradesh Government has started using rail coaches as isolation units for COVID-19 suspected
patients. COVID coaches are deployed at Mau junction in Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh, in a
first in the country. Indian Railways is ready to offer as many as 5,231 isolation coaches to the states
and the respective zonal railways have converted the coaches as quarantine facilities. After Uttar
Pradesh, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Madhya Pradesh have also been using rail coaches.
Q.388) Which country recently decided to join the UN Arms Trade Treaty?
(1) India
(2) China
(3) Israel
(4) Iran
Explanation:
The People’s Republic of China has decided to join the UN Arms Trade Treaty which is a global pact to
regulate arms sales in the world. While announcing the news, the Chinese government mentioned that
it has been committed to efforts to enhance peace and stability in the world.
Q.389) Who is the writer of book, "Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India" published by
Westland Publications Pvt Ltd?
(1) Mansukh Jha
(2) Raj Kumar
(3) Amish Tripathi
(4) Hardeep Kumar
Correct Answer - (3) Amish Tripathi
Explanation:
Best-selling author and the Director of Nehru Centre, London (since 2019) Amish Tripathi released his
fiction book, "Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India". The book is published by Westland
Publications Pvt Ltd.
Q.390) Recently which wrestling legend announced his retirement from WWE?
(1) Undertaker
(2) Bret Hitman
(3) The Rock
(4) Shawn Michaels
Correct Answer - (1) Undertaker
Explanation:
Wrestling legend and WWE superstar The Undertaker has announced his retirement from World
Wrestling Entertainment.
Q.391) Who will launch the eBlood Services Mobile App?

(3) Amit Shah
(4) Ram Nath Kovind
Correct Answer - (1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
Explanation:
Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on June 25, 2020 launched the eBlood Services Mobile Application.
The application is an initiative of the Indian Red Cross Society, which is dedicated to the fight against
COVID-19.
Q.392) Which state government launched Mukhyamantri SHRAMIK Yojana Job Card for Urban Poor?
(1) Jharkhand
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Uttarakhand
(4) Bihar
Correct Answer - (1) Jharkhand

Explanation:
The Jharkhand government has launched an employment guarantee scheme for the urban unskilled
workers. The scheme will be on similar lines of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee
Act (MGNREGA).
Q.393) Who has been appointed head coach of the Uttarakhand cricket team for the upcoming
domestic season?
(1) Wasim Jaffar
(2) Rohit Sharma
(3) Sachin Tendulkar
(4) VVS Laxman
Correct Answer - (1) Wasim Jaffar
Explanation:
Former India opener and domestic stalwart Wasim Jaffer has been appointed head coach of the
Uttarakhand cricket team for the upcoming domestic season.
Q.394) The government has declared Kushinagar airport as an International airport. The airport is
located in which state?
(1) Jharkhand
(2) Bihar
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet meeting which was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on June 24 has
approved the declaration of Kushinagar airport in Uttar Pradesh as an International airport.
Q.395) Which state government has partnered with Reliance Jio Tv to educate students during COVID-
19 pandemic?
(1) Punjab
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Chhattisgarh
(4) Haryana
Correct Answer - (4) Haryana
Explanation:
Kanwar Pal, Education Minister of Haryana announced that The Government of Haryana under the
Chief Minister’s Distance Education Programme signed an agreement with Reliance Jio TV to benefit
around 52 lakh rural students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The four channels of EDUSAT can be
accessed through television, Laptop, desktop, tablets and smart phones for free of cost which will be
available on the Jio platform.
Q.396) Which country launched final Beidou satellite to complete GPS-like navigation system?
(1) Russia
(2) China
(3) India
(4) Japan
Explanation:
China successfully launched the final member in its Beidou satellite constellation completing a new
global navigation system decades in the making.
Q.397) Which nation plans to set up a permanent military base in the Indian Ocean?
(1) US
(2) China
(3) Japan
(4) Iran

Correct Answer - (4) Iran

Explanation:
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) plans to establish a permanent military base in the
Indian Ocean by March 2021. This was announced by IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza
Tangsiri.
Q.398) West Bengal has extended its lockdown till when?

(1) July 31st
(2) July 1st
(3) July 15th
(4) August 30th
Correct Answer - (1) July 31st
Explanation:
The state government of West Bengal has decided to extend the ongoing lockdown in the state till July
31, 2020. The announcement was made by WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after an all-party
meeting convened on June 24, 2020 to discuss the COVID situation in the state.
Q.399) What is the new deadline for linking biometric Aadhaar with PAN?
(1) September 30, 2020
(2) December 31, 2020
(3) March 31, 2021
(4) December 31, 2021
Correct Answer - (3) March 31, 2021
Explanation:
The deadline for linking biometric Aadhaar with PAN has been extended till March 31, 2021.
Q.400) According to the US, which nation remains safe haven for terror groups?
(1) Iran
(2) Israel
(3) Pakistan
(4) India
Correct Answer - (3) Pakistan
Explanation:
The US stated in its recent report that Pakistan continues to be a safe harbor for regionally focused
terrorist groups. This was reported in the annual Country Report on Terrorism by the US State
Department. The report stated that Pakistan continues to allow terror groups such as Lashkar e-Taiba
(LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) to operate from its territory and target India.
Q.401) Who will launch Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan?

(2) Yogi Adityanath
(3) Piyush Goyal
(4) Amit Shah
Correct Answer - (1) PM Narendra Modi
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan on June 26, 2020
through video conference. The UP Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath and other Ministers of the state will
also be present at the virtual launch.
Q.402) The Indira Rasoi Yojana is a new kitchen scheme launched by which state?
(1) Rajasthan
(2) Gujarat
(3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Bihar
Explanation:

Rajasthan Govt will launch a new kitchen scheme named “Indira Rasoi Yojana” for providing nutritious
food to the poor and needy twice a day on concessional rates. Rajasthan State government will spend
Rs 100 crore every year on the Indira Rasoi Yojana.
Q.403) The United Nations has honoured which state’s Health minister by sending invitation for UN
panel discussion on World Public Service Day?
(1) Telangana
(2) Karnataka
(3) Kerala
(4) Goa
Explanation:
The United Nations has honoured Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja by inviting her on panel discussion
on World Public Service Day, which was on June 23, 2020. She was the honored speaker from India to
speak about the strategies that were adopted by the state to combat the pandemic.
Q.404) The Cabinet approved extension in the term of Rohini Commission till when?
(1) March 2021
(2) December 2020
(3) January 2021
(4) May 2021
Correct Answer - (3) January 2021
Explanation:
Justice Rohini Commission set up to examine the issue of the Sub-categorization of Other Backward
Classes has gotten its ninth extension for six months till January 31, 2021. The Union Cabinet chaired by
Prime Minister Narendra Modi approved the extension of the term of the commission.
Q.405) The web portal ‘YUKTI 2.0’ has been launched by which ministry?
(1) Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
(2) Ministry of Home Affairs
(3) Ministry of Finance
(4) Ministry of Human Resource Development
Explanation:
Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’ has launched an
initiative ‘YUKTI 2.0’ to help systematically adopt technologies that have commercial potential and
information related to incubated startups in our higher education institutions.
Q.406) MukhyamantriMatru Pushti Uphaar scheme was launched by which state?

(1) Assam
(2) Tripura
(3) Meghalaya
(4) Nagaland
Correct Answer - (2) Tripura
Explanation:
Tripura government has launched MukhyamantriMatru Pushti Uphaar scheme to provide nutrition kits
to pregnant and lactating women. The scheme is a part of the state’s efforts to fight malnutrition and
maternal mortality. The scheme was announced by state Minister for Social Welfare and Social
Education Santana Chakma.
Q.407) Which state government has launched KapuNestham scheme to provide financial support to
women of Kapu community?
(1) Tamil Nadu
(2) Telangana
(3) Gujarat
(4) Andhra Pradesh


Explanation:
Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the KapuNestham scheme to provide financial
support of Rs 75000/- (Rs 15000/- per annum) to women of Kapu community. The objective of the
scheme is to financially empower Kapu women by enhancing their livelihood and living standards with
financial assistance.
Q.408) Sanjay Kumar was appointed as the chief secretary of which state?
(1) Punjab
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Haryana
(4) Odisha
Explanation:
Maharashtra government has appointed the current Additional Chief Secretary, Sanjay Kumar as its
Chief Secretary. He will take up the charge on July 1. He will succeed Ajoy Mehta who will retire on 30
June. Ajoy Mehta has been named as the Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Thackeray
& will take this position on July 1.
Q.409) Which is the best performing state (more than 50 lakh population) in controlling TB as per “India
TB (Tuberculosis) Report 2020”?
(1) Tamil Nadu
(2) Telangana
(3) Gujarat
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
On June 24, 2020, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s (MoHFW) Union Health Minister Dr Harsh
Vardhan and its Minister of State (MoS), Ashwini Kumar Choubey launched the Annual “India TB
(Tuberculosis) Report 2020” through a virtual event which is released by Central TB Division (CTD),
MoHFW. The salient feature of 2020 report is that for the first time CTD introduced a quarterly ranking
on TB elimination efforts by all the states and UTs.
Q.410) Which Indian state has announced Gothan Nyay Yojana to procure cow dung from cattle
owners?
(1) Jharkhand
(2) Chhattisgarh
(3) Bihar
(4) Odisha
Explanation:
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel announced the launch of 'Godhan Nyay Yojana' in the state
on June 25, 2020. Under the scheme, the state will procure cow dung from livestock owners at a fixed
procurement rate to make animal husbandry commercially profitable, prevent open grazing by cattle
and solve the problem of stray animals on roads and for environment conservation.
Q.411) Union minister Jitendra Singh has inaugurated” Puneja Bridge” & “Devika Bridge” constructed by
BRO. Both the bridges located in which state/UT?
(2) Jammu & Kashmir
(3) Manipur
(4) Goa
Explanation:
Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge) Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER),
MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances & Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Jitendra Singh

inaugurated ”Puneja Bridge” in Doda district and “Devika Bridge” in Udhampur district in Jammu &
Kashmir over a virtual platform.
Q.412) Which organization released report titled “Inclusion and Education: All Means All”?
(1) UNICEF
(2) IMF
(3) UNESCO
(4) WEF
Correct Answer - (3) UNESCO
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s (UNESCO) Global Education
Monitoring (GEM) Report Team launched its 2020 Report on “Inclusion and Education: All Means All”,
assessing the progress towards the Sustainable Developments Goal 4 on education and other SDG
agendas related to education.
Q.413) The cabinet has recently (June 2020) approved participation of private parties in which sector?
(1) Defence
(2) Railways
(3) Insurance
(4) Space
Correct Answer - (4) Space
Explanation:
In a major reform, the Union Cabinet has approved the participation of the private sector in the entire
range of space activities, including planetary exploration missions. This information has been revealed
by Minister of State (MoS) for Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh. The Department of Space
comes under the PMO. As a part of this approval, the newly-created Indian National Space Promotion
and Authorisation Centre (IN-SPACe) will guide private enterprise participation in space activities and
the use of the country’s space infrastructure. Also, the Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) ‘New Space India
Limited (NSIL)’ will endeavour to re-orient space activities from a ‘supply driven’ model to a ‘demand
driven’ model, to ensure optimum utilization of our space assets.
Q.414) Who has launched a behaviour change campaign named ‘Navigating the New Normal’?
(1) NITI Aayog
(2) ICMR
(3) Health Ministry
(4) Home Ministry
Explanation:
NITI Aayog on June 25 launched behaviour change campaign named ‘Navigating the New Normal’, along
with its website. The campaign will help people in following the norms in containing the spread of
COVID-19.
Q.415) Which organization has partnered with International Transport Forum of OECD to launch
decarbonizing transport project in India?
(1) Finance Commission
(2) Reserve Bank of India
(3) NITI Aayog
(4) National Development Council
Explanation:
The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog and the International Transport Forum (ITF)
of OECD (Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development) launched the ‘Decarbonizing
Transport in Engineering Economies’ (DTEE) project in India.
Q.416) Which country has awarded Project Management Consultancy (PMC) Contract of 500 MW Solar
Park to NTPC?

(1) Ivory Coast

(2) Guinea
(3) Niger
(4) Mali
Correct Answer - (4) Mali
Explanation:
The Republic of Mali awarded the Project Management Consultancy (PMC) contract for the
development of a 500 MW solar park in Mali to NTPC Limited (formerly known as National Thermal
Power Corporation Limited).
Q.417) Which country will host FIFA Women's World Cup 2023?
(1) Australia, New Zealand
(2) Colombia
(3) Japan
(4) Brazil
Correct Answer - (1) Australia, New Zealand
Explanation:
FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 will be hosted by Australia and New Zealand. The 37-member FIFA
Council voted in an open vote to decide which country will host the Women's World Cup 2023. While
Australia and New Zealand won 22 of the 35 votes cast, Colombia won 13 votes.
Q.418) Who among the following was named as ambassadors for the 45th edition of Toronto
International Film Festival (TIFF) 2020?
(1) Priyanka Chopra
(2) Deepika Padukone
(3) Anurag kashyap
(4) Both (1) and (3)
Correct Answer - (4) Both (1) and (3)
Explanation:
Actor Priyanka Chopra and Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap named among the 50 ambassadors for the 45th
edition of Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2020, which is to be held virtually. The festival will
take place from September 10-19 with physical screenings and drive-ins, digital screenings, virtual red
carpets, press conferences and industry talks. This is the 1st time TIFF will launch a digital platform for
the festival, offering new opportunities to connect with audiences beyond Toronto. TIFF has partnered
with Shift72 to develop the online platform.
Q.419) Which nation has passed a bill to sanction China over Hong Kong security law?
(1) UK
(2) US
(3) Germany
(4) Russia
Explanation:
The US Senate has passed a bill that contains measures that seek impose strict sanctions against China
for its decision to implement its controversial national security law on Hong Kong. The bill will now be
presented in the House of Representatives.
Q.420) Which nation’s space corporation is planning to take the first tourist on a spacewalk in 2023?
(1) US
(2) France
(3) China
(4) Russia
Correct Answer - (4) Russia
Explanation:
Energia Space Corporation in Russia announced on June 25 that it is planning on taking the first tourist
on a spacewalk in 2023, under the terms of a new contract with a United States partner.

Q .421) Who launched a special campaign ‘Empowering the Greater 50%?

(1) Nitin Gadkari
(2) Smriti Irani
(3) Narendra Modi
Correct Answer – (2) Smriti Irani
Explanation:
Union Minister Smriti Irani launched a special campaign ‘Empowering the Greater 50%.
Q .422) Recently which Institute launched endowment fund of Rs 100 crore from alumni?
(1) IIT Delhi
(2) IIM Trichi
(3) IIM Lucknow
(4) IIM Ahmedabad
Correct Answer - (4) IIM Ahmedabad
Explanation:
In a first, Ahmedabad based Indian Institute of Management announced the launch of the ‘IIM
Ahmedabad Endowment Fund’, with an initial commitment of ₹100 crore from 10 founding alumni.
Q.423) Recently which state made a task force headed by Anil Parab to study problems related to
transport services amid COVID-19 crisis?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Assam
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Bihar
Explanation:
The Maharashtra government has set up a 13-member task force headed by State Transport Minister
Anil Parab to study problems related to transport services in the state and suggest measures on how to
run them effectively in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.
Q.424) Which state government announced the Vithabai Narayangaokar lifetime achievement award to
folk artist Gulabbai Sangamnerkar?
(1) Assam
(2) Maharashtra
(3) Telangana
(4) Odisha
Explanation:
The Maharashtra government announced the Vithabai Narayangaokar lifetime achievement award to
folk artist Gulabbai Sangamnerkar.
Q.425) Panchayati Raj department of which state has won first prize under the e-Panchayat Puraskars-
2020 of the Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Gujarat
(4) Rajasthan
Correct Answer - (3) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Himachal Pradesh state Panchayati Raj department has won first prize under the e-Panchayat
Puraskars-2020 of the Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
Q.426) How much amount was pledged by India to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for
Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) over the coming two years?

(1) $10 million

(2) $14 million
(3) $20 million
(4) $25 million
Correct Answer - (1) $10 million
Explanation:
India has announced contributing 10 million US dollar to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency
for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) over the coming two years.
Q.427) As per recent announcement,Urban Cooperative and Multi State Cooperative banks will be
brought under direct supervision of which body?
(1) RBI
(2) SIDBI
(3) IRDA
(4) NABARD
Correct Answer - (1) RBI
Explanation:
Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar announced that Urban Cooperative
and Multi State Cooperative banks will be brought under direct supervision of Reserve Bank of India to
ensure that depositors are protected.
Q.428) Nishtha Vidyut Mitra Scheme for women empowerment has been launched by?
(1) Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company
(2) Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation
(3) Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam
(4) Gujarat State Electricity Corporation
Correct Answer - (1) Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company
Explanation:
The Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company has launched first of its kind scheme called the Nishtha
Vidyut Mitra Scheme for women empowerment.
Q.429) What was the rank of India in terms of largest holder of US Government Securities at end of
April?
(1) 8th
(2) 9th
(3) 10th
(4) 12th
Explanation:
India has become the 12th largest holder of US government securities at the end of April, with holding
worth 157.4 billion dollars. The data from the US Treasury Department showed that after significantly
reducing the exposure in March to 156.5 billion dollars, India marginally hiked the holding by 0.9 billion
dollars to 157.4 billion dollars the next month.
Q.430) Which country retained its position as Third-largest Economy in Terms of Purchasing Power
Parity for 2017?
(1) India
(2) USA
(3) china
(4) Russia
Explanation:
India has retained and consolidated its position as the third-largest economy after China and the US in
terms of purchasing power parity (PPP) for 2017, said the government quoting the World Bank data.
Q.431) Who launched the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Sub-ordinate Debt, CGSSD?


(2) Smriti Irani
(3) Narendra Modi
(4) Nitin Gadkari
Correct Answer - (4) Nitin Gadkari
Explanation:
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSME, Minister Nitin Gadkari launched the Credit Guarantee
Scheme for Sub-ordinate Debt, CGSSD.
Q.432) As per India Ratings and Reaserch,India’s GDP to contract by how much percent in FY 21?
(1) 5.3%
(2) 5.1%
(3) 5.5%
(4) 5.9%
Explanation:
India’s real gross domestic product in Financial Year 2020-21 could contract 5.3 per cent, said India
Ratings and Research as it flagged the “disorder” caused to the economy by Covid-19 and the
nationwide lockdown to contain the disease.
Q.433) Which of the following football club has won the English Premier League 2019-20?
(1) Arsenal
(2) Chelsea
(3) Liverpool
(4) Manchester City
Correct Answer - (3) Liverpool
Explanation:
Liverpool clinched the 2019-20 English Premier League season with 7 games still left in the season. This
is the first time that Liverpool has won the English Premier League title. As of 26th June 2020, Liverpool
by winning 28 of their 31 games in the season has accumulated 86 points. Manchester City with 63
points in 31 games is at the second place of the standing table. With 7 games remaining in the season, 3
points are being awarded for winning a game, if Liverpool loses their remaining 7 games as well then
also Manchester City can finish the 2019-20 season with a maximum of 84 points.
Q.434) As per IMF, Indian economy will contract by how much percent this fiscal?
(1) 4.5%
(2) 5.9%
(3) 5.5%
(4) 4.0%
Explanation:
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a deeper 4.5% contraction for India in FY21 than
earlier estimated, citing a longer lockdown period and slower than anticipated recovery.
Q.435) What is the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking for year 2020?
(1) Adverse Health Consequences of Drug
(2) Better Knowledge for Better Care
(3) International Cooperation for Countering Drug Abuse
(4) Prevention for Better Health
Correct Answer - (2) Better Knowledge for Better Care
Explanation:
Observed on June 26, the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking 2020 is
“Better Knowledge for Better Care”.
Q.436) Which state has announced “MahaParwana” initiative to attract fresh industrial investment?
(1) Odisha

(2) West Bengal

(3) Gujarat
(4) Maharashtra
Explanation:
The government of Maharashtra announced the “MahaParwana” to attract fresh investment in
industries, for project execution, this plan will offer incentives and a single window clearance system.
These companies should apply at the Maharashtra Industry, Trade and Investment Facilitation Cell
(MAITRI), single window system and get an online permission within 48 hours.
Q.437) Recently PM Narendra Modi launched Atma Nirbhar Rojgar Yojana’ for migrant workers in which
state?
(1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Assam
(3) Bihar
(4) Telangana
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan, a campaign to
provide employment to 1.25 crore migrant workers and others in Uttar Pradesh, who lost their jobs
during the corona virus pandemic.
Q.438) What is India’s rank in terms of money parked by its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks at
the end of 2019?
(1) 78
(2) 74
(3) 77
(4) 76
Explanation:
INDIA has moved down three places to 77th rank in terms of money parked by its citizens and
enterprises with Swiss banks at the end of 2019, while the UK has retained its top position, as per the
latest data from Switzerland's central bank.
Q.439) Which organisation launched behaviour change campaign ‘navigating the new normal’?
(1) RBI
(2) Niti Aayog
(3) Irda
(4) SIDBI
Correct Answer - (2) Niti Aayog
Explanation:
NITI Aayog launched behaviour change campaign ‘Navigating the New Normal’ and its website to help
people follow norms to contain the spread of Covid-19.
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Q.440) The Swavalamban Crisis Responsive Fund has been launched by which organisation?
(1) RBI
(2) SIDBI
(3) SEBI
(4) NABARD
Correct Answer - (2) SIDBI
Explanation:
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has set up ‘Swavalamban Crisis Responsive
Fund’ to support free on boarding for micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on trade
receivables discounting system (TReDS). The initiative aims to offer relief to the MSMEs from severely
crunched cash flow, during these challenging times. The free on boarding of MSMEs would be available

till September 2000. It is an open-ended fund with the target to onboard 10,000 MSMEs during this
period.
Q.441) Name the first ever country in the world to make use of drone to carry out locust control
operations?
(1) Bangladesh
(2) Myanmar
(3) India
(4) Sri Lanka
Explanation:
India has become the first country in the world to control locust by using drones, as the Centre
deployed drones, tractor mounted sprayers and fire tender vehicles to undertake locust control in the
country.
Q.442) Which of the following airport has become the first in India to get AWMS technology at both
ends of runway?
(3) Biju Patnaik International Airport
(4) Jaipur International Airport
Correct Answer - (1) Kempegowda International Airport
Explanation:
The Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which operates Kempegowda International Airport,
Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has recently installed an indigenously-developed Aviation Weather Monitoring
System (AWMS) at its new runway (south runway) on both ends.
Q.443) Financial services startup Navi Technologies has launched ‘Navi Lending’ app. The startup has
been founded by which business tycoon?
(1) Mukesh Ambani
(2) Sachin Bansal
(3) Vijay Shekhar Sharma
(4) Anand Piramal
Correct Answer - (2) Sachin Bansal
Explanation:
Bengaluru-headquartered Navi Technologies, a financial services startup founded by Flipkart co-founder
Sachin Bansal, has launched a mobile app to provide instant personal loans, targeted at consumers in
the middle-income segment. The ‘Navi Lending’ app will provide instant loans of up to Rs 5 lakh with
repayment tenures of up to 36 months.
Q.444) According to TB Report 2020, how many TB patients have been notified in 2019?
(1) 35 lakh
(2) 25 lakh
(3) 30 lakh
(4) 24 lakh
Correct Answer - (4) 24 lakh
Explanation:
Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan released the annual TB Report 2020 through a virtual event.
Q.445) Which city topped in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2020′ by startup Genome?
(1) London
(2) New York
(3) New Delhi
(4) California
Correct Answer - (4) California
Explanation:

Two Indian cities made it onto the top 40 of the world’s most favourable ecosystems to build a globally
successful startup, topped by the Silicon Valley in California.
Q.446) Who is set to become the first female president of Marylebone Cricket Club in its 233-year
history?
(1) Gita Gopinath
(2) Joicy Roy
(3) Andrena Smith
(4) Clare Connor
Correct Answer - (4) Clare Connor
Explanation:
Former England women’s captain Clare Connor is to become the first female president of Marylebone
Cricket Club in its 233-year history.
Q.447) Name the indigeneously developed Advanced Torpedo Decoy System recently inducted by the
Indian Navy?
(1) Karaal
(2) Bheeshma
(3) Maareech
(4) Keshari
Correct Answer - (3) Maareech
Explanation:
The Indian Navy has inducted the Advanced Torpedo Decoy System ‘Maareech’ in its fleet on 26 June
2020, to further enhance the Anti-Submarine Warfare capability of the Indian Navy. Maareech is
capable of being fired from all frontline warships.
Q.448) NASA has decided to rename its Washington DC headquarter after whom?
(1) Christine Darden
(2) Dorothy Vaughan
(3) Katherine Johnson
(4) Mary W. Jackson
Correct Answer - (4) Mary W. Jackson
Explanation:
NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has announced that the agency’s headquarters building in
Washington, D.C., will be named after Mary W. Jackson, the first African American female engineer at
NASA. It would be called as Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters.
Q.449) Which country has topped the ranking in terms of money parked by its citizens and enterprises
with Swiss banks at the end of 2019?
(1) China
(2) USA
(3) UK
(4) New Zealand
Explanation:
UK has retained its top position, accounting for close to 27 percent of the total foreign funds parked
with Swiss banks at the end of 2019.
Q.450) What is the theme of the 2020 National Statistics Day?

(1) SDG- 1 & SDG- 7
(2) SDG- 4 & SDG- 6
(3) SDG- 3 & SDG- 5
(4) SDG-3 & SDG- 8
Correct Answer - (3) SDG- 3 & SDG- 5
Explanation:

The theme of Statistics Day, 2020 is SDG- 3 (Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all
ages) & SDG- 5 (Achieve gender equality and empower all women and girls).
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Q.1) Who has been appointed as a member of the Olympic Channel Explanation:
Commission? The US has joined an international panel for setting ethical guidelines for
(1) SN Srinivasan the use of artificial intelligence. The Trump administration had earlier
(2) Thomas Bach dismissed the idea. “Chinese technology companies are attempting to
(3) Sebastian Coe shape international standards on facial recognition and surveillance at the
(4) Narinder Batra United Nations. The Trump administration had been the lone holdout
Correct Answer - (4) Narinder Batra among leaders of the Group of Seven — the world’s wealthiest
Explanation: democracies — in setting up the Global Partnership on AI.
Indian Olympic Association (IOA) president Narinder Batra has been
appointed as a member of the Olympic Channel Commission. Q.7) How much loan was granted to India to upgrade 450 kms of state
highways and major district roads in Maharashtra by Asian Development
Q.2) Who launched the facility of instant PAN through Aadhaar based e- Bank?
KYC on 28 May? (1) $180 million
(1) Nirmala Sitharaman (2) $300 million
(2) Anurag Thakur (3) $200 million
(3) Narendra Modi (4) $177 million
(4) Amit Shah Correct Answer - (4) $177 million
Correct Answer - (1) Nirmala Sitharaman Explanation:
Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) granted a loan of US $ 177 loan to
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman has officially launched the facility of India to upgrade 450 kms of state highways and major district roads in
instant PAN through Aadhaar based e-KYC on 28 May. The facility is in line Maharashtra.
with the announcement made in the Union Budget. The new facility is now
available for those PAN applicants who possess a valid Aadhaar number Q.8) Which company has launched a new app ‘Sodar’ that will help you
and have a mobile number registered with Aadhaar. The electronic PAN is maintain social distance?
issued to the applicants free of cost. (1) Google
(2) Facebook
Q.3) Recently Shehan Madushanka was suspended from all forms of (3) Amazon
Cricket. He belongs to which country? (4) Microsoft
(1) Pakistan Correct Answer - (1) Google
(2) Afghanistan Explanation:
(3) India Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social
(4) SriLanka distance. The tech giant has launched a new app that will help people
Correct Answer - (4) SriLanka maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app called
Explanation: ‘Sodar’, will create a visual boundary using the user’s smartphone camera
Sri Lanka’s cricket board suspended pace bowler Shehan Madushanka from and constantly show who’s breaching that distance.
all forms of the game, two days after he was arrested allegedly in
possession of heroin. Q.9) Who has been appointed as one of the co-founder of Zomato by
Deepinder Goyal, Founder and Chief Executive Officer?
Q.4) Recently the 36th National Games was postponed. It was scheduled to (1) Tapan Singhel
be happen in which state? (2) Dipankar Datta
(1) Karnataka (3) Mohit Gupta
(2) Bihar (4) Leo Puri
(3) Mp Correct Answer - (3) Mohit Gupta
(4) Goa Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) Goa Deepinder Goyal, Founder and Chief Executive Officer of food ordering
Explanation: platform Zomato has virtually- appointed Mohit Gupta, the CEO- of its food
The 36th National Games, scheduled to be held in Goa, were postponed delivery business as one of its co-founder.
indefinitely due to the coronavirus pandemic.
Q.10) Missile Park ‘Agneeprastha’ will be set up at which of the following
Q.5) Who is set to become Kerala’s First Woman DGP? Indian Navy establishment?
(1) R Sreelekha (1) INS Kakinada
(2) Sreelakshmi Nair (2) INS Garuda
(3) Laxmi Mishra (3) INS Karna
(4) Naina Singh (4) INS Kalinga
Correct Answer - (1) R Sreelekha Correct Answer - (4) INS Kalinga
Explanation: Explanation:
Kerala Police will get its first woman Director General when R.Sreelekha The foundation stone for a Missile Park “Agneeprastha’ was laid at INS
assumes office as the new head of the Kerala Fire and Rescue Services on Kalinga by Commodore Rajesh Debnath, Commanding Officer, in the
June 1. presence of Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer Commanding-in-
Chief of Eastern Naval Command here on 28th May. Once completed, the
Q.6) Which country has joined G7 artificial intelligence group to counter Missile Park will be dedicated to all the Officers, Sailors and Support Staff
China? of INS Kalinga, who have served in this premier op-support Base of the ENC
(1) Russia since its establishment in 1981. The Park also commemorates the award of
(2) Japan the prestigious Unit Citation to INS Kalinga for the year 2018-19.
(3) India
(4) USA Q.11) Who has been appointed as independent director of IndiGo?
Correct Answer - (4) USA (1) A K Sikri

(2) Venkataramani Sumantran (1) Assam

(3) Suman Gawani (2) Maharashtra
(4) Abhas Jha (3) Delhi
Correct Answer - (2) Venkataramani (4) Karnataka
Explanation: Correct Answer - (4) Karnataka
Venkataramani Sumantran, the chairman and managing director of Explanation:
Chennai-based Celeris Technologies, has been appointed the independent Karnataka has banned the entry of people coming from five states-
director of IndiGo on 29th May. Sumantran will hold the post for the next Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Tamil Nadu and Madhya Pradesh to
five years. contain the spread of COVID-19 virus. The decision was taken by the state
cabinet on May 28, 2020. The state government said that no train or flight
Q.12) Recently Rbi imposed a penalty of ₹ 5 cr on which bank for non- from any of these states will be allowed to enter or land in the state.
compliance with certain provisions, including those related with NPA?
(1) Central Bank of India Q.18) Which among the following is the only nation to report a marginal
(2) Bank of India rise in crude steel output in April 2020?
(3) IDBI Bank (1) Japan
(4) SBI (2) US
Correct Answer - (2) Bank of India (3) China
Explanation: (4) South Korea
The Reserve Bank said it has imposed a penalty of Rs 5 crore on state- Correct Answer - (3) China
owned Bank of India for non-compliance with certain provisions, including Explanation:
those related with NPA. China, the largest crude steel producer in the world, is the only nation that
reported a marginal rise in crude steel output in April 2020. As per the
Q.13) Which organisation release the report "Children in monetary poor World Steel Association, China produced 85.03 MT steel in April 2020,
households and COVID-19: Technical Note"? which is marginally higher than its steel output of 84.87 MT in April 201
(1) UNICEF
(2) UNESCO Q.19) NABARD has extended Rs. 1,050 crores special liquidity facility (SLF)
(3) UNIDO to which state recently for FY21?
(4) UNWTO (1) Karnataka
Correct Answer - (1) UNICEF (2) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: (3) Tamil Nadu
According to the report "Children in monetary poor households and COVID- (4) West Bengal
19: Technical Note" released jointly by the UNICEF & Save the Children, a Correct Answer - (4) West Bengal
United Kingdom based non-profit organisation which works for child rights, Explanation:
the economic crisis caused by the coronavirus epidemic may increase the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) has
number of children living in poor households in low- and middle-income extended Rs 1,050 crore special liquidity facility (SLF) to West Bengal (WB)
countries by 86 to reach 672 million by the end of 2020. so far in the current fiscal year (FY 21) for the welfare of farmers and poor
people in the state.
Q.14) Government has launched India’s national Artificial Intelligence
Portal. What is the address of the portal? Q.20) Which company launched an experimental app named 'Collab' that
(1) www.ai.gov.nic.in lets users make short music videos?
(2) www.ai.gov.in (1) Microsoft
(3) www.ai.gov.co.in (2) Facebook
(4) www.ai.gov.org.in (3) Amazon
Correct Answer - (2) www.ai.gov.in (4) Google
Explanation: Correct Answer - (2) Facebook
The Union Minister for Electronics and IT, Law and Justice and Explanation:
Communications Ravi Shankar Prasad launched India’s national Artificial Facebook Introduced Collab, a New App for Making Short Music Videos
Intelligence Portal called http://www.ai.gov.in, on 30 May 2020, to mark Together. Facebook's NPE team released a new iOS app called Collab,
the the first anniversary of the second tenure of the government. The which is intended to be a platform for creating short 15-second mix-and-
portal has been jointly developed by the Ministry of Electronics and match music videos.
Information Technology and IT Industry.
Q.21) Name of the company which has acquired Amsterdam based Etergo
Q.15) What is the theme of this year International Day of UN BV to launch 2-wheeler Electric Vehicles?
Peacekeepers? (1) Ola Electric
(1) Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace (2) Tata Nexon EV
(2) Protecting Civilians Protecting Peace (3) Maruti Suzuki
(3) 70 years of Service and Sacrifice (4) Hyundai Kona Electric
(4) Investing in peace around the world Correct Answer - (1) Ola Electric
Correct Answer - (1) Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace Explanation:
Explanation: Ola Electric acquired the Netherlands-based Etergo BV, an innovative
Every year on 29 May, the United Nations commemorates the International electric scooter company for an undisclosed sum, as the former has
Day of United Nations Peacekeepers. planned to set its own line of premium electric two-wheelers, both globally
and nationally. Ola electric will launch its global electric two-wheeler in
Q.16) Which state launch a project that aims to provide free internet India in 2021. Etergo BV has developed an all-electric state-of-the-art
access to the poor in the State? AppScooter, which has won multiple awards across the world for its
(1) Sikkim innovative design and engineering.
(2) Kerala
(3) Karnataka Q.22) Which country has become the largest equity FDI source of India as
(4) Assam per latest data (2019-20)?
Correct Answer - (2) Kerala (1) Myanmar
Explanation: (2) Singapore
The Kerala State government has announced the Kerala Fibre Optic (3) Mauritius
Network (K-FON) project will be commissioned by December 2020. The (4) United States
project aims to provide free internet access to the poor in the State. Chief Correct Answer - (2) Singapore
Minister Pinarayi Vijayan informed the decision after a meeting with the Explanation:
heads of companies of the consortium. Singapore again emerged as the largest equity FDI source, contributing to
inflows of $14.67. However, this is a drop from the $16.22 billion Singapore
Q.17) Which state has decided to maintain a 'State Health Register' of all contributed in 2018-19.
citizens?

Q.23) What is name of the Director-General of Sports Authority of India will take over the position from Adidali Neemuchwala who will be stepping
who has been given an extension for a period of 2 years? down from his position on June 1. The operation of Wipro until July 5th will
(1) Vishal Sikka be monitored by its chairman Rishad Premji. He will be based in Paris and
(2) Anshu Jain report to Rishad Premji.
(3) C. P. Gurnani
(4) Sandip Mukund Pradhan Q.29) Who was the first CM of Chhattisgarh who passed away at the age of
Correct Answer - (4) Sandip Mukund Pradhan 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh?
Explanation: (1) Hemant Soren
Sandip Mukund Pradhan, the Director-General of Sports Authority of India (2) Bhupesh Baghel
was given an extension for a period of 2 years and it will come into effect (3) Ajit Jogi
from June 6, 2020. (4) Raman Singh
Correct Answer - (3) Ajit Jogi
Q.24) Name the newly appointed CEO of food regulator FSSAI? Explanation:
(1) Arun Singhal Former Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Ajit Pramod Kumar Jogi, passed away
(2) Praveen Bajwa at the age of 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh. He was born on April 29, 1946 in
(3) Suman Naik Bilaspur, Chhattisgarh. He was the first CM of Chhattisgarh.
(4) Ashok Dhiman
Correct Answer - (1) Arun Singhal Q.30) Who has detected a new species of silver colored small freshwater
Explanation: fish "Puntius sanctus" of the Cyprinidae family in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu?
Senior bureaucrat Arun Singhal has been appointed as the new Chief (1) Mathews Plamoottil
Executive Officer (CEO) of India’s apex food regulator Food Safety and (2) Biswa Vairamuthu
Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). He will succeed GSG Ayyangar. (3) Trisha Krishnan
(4) Jagdish Mukhi
Q.25) Which of the following aircraft that has been recently inducted by Correct Answer - (1) Mathews Plamoottil
the Indian Air Force? Explanation:
(1) Tejas CK-145 Professor Mathews Plamoottil, head of the Department of Zoology at the
(2) MiG-21 BJM Government College, Chavara (Kerala), has detected a new species of
(3) Mirage 2000 silver colored small freshwater fish "Puntius sanctus" of the Cyprinidae
(4) Tejas Mk-1 FOC family in Velankanni, Tamil Nadu.
Correct Answer - (4) Tejas Mk-1 FOC
Explanation: Q.31) Who has been nominated by the BCCI for Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
Tejas Mk-1 FOC aircraft has been inducted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) into Award 2020?
the recently resurrected No 18 Squadron the “Flying Bullets” at Air Force (1) Rohit Sharma
Station Sulur. Tejas Mk-1 FOC is a single engine, light weight, highly agile (2) Virat Kohli
and all weather multi role fighter aircraft. The aircraft is capable of air-to- (3) Shikhar Dhawan
air refueling and hence makes the Squadron the first in the IAF to induct (4) KL Rahul
this platform. Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) Air Chief Marshal RKS Bhadauria Correct Answer - (1) Rohit Sharma
operationalised the Squadron. Explanation:
The BCCI has nominated Rohit Sharma for the prestigious Rajiv Gandhi Khel
Q.26) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration renamed its Ratna Award 2020. Among other nominations, the BCCI nominated Shikhar
Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope as? Dhawan, Deepti Sharma and Ishant Sharma for Arjuna Awards.
(2) Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Q.32) Who among the following has been nominated by the BCCI for
(3) Hubble legacy Space Telescope Arjuna Awards?
(4) Legend Grace Space Telescope (1) KL Rahul
Correct Answer - (2) Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope (2) Shikhar Dhawan
Explanation: (3) Ravindra Jadeja
The National Aeronautics and Space Administration renamed its Wide Field (4) Jasprit Bumrah
Infrared Survey Telescope a next-generation space telescope as Nancy Correct Answer - (2) Shikhar Dhawan
Grace Roman Space Telescope or Roman Space Telescope to honor Nancy Explanation:
Grace Roman("Mother" of NASA's Hubble Space Telescope), NASA's 1st The BCCI nominated Shikhar Dhawan, Deepti Sharma and Ishant Sharma
chief astronomer, who paved way for space telescopes focused on the for Arjuna Awards. Shikhar Dhawan is the only batsman in the world to win
broader universe. This telescope is set to launch in the mid-2020s. It will two consecutive golden bats for most runs in the ICC Champions Trophy.
investigate long-standing astronomical mysteries, such as the force behind
the universe's expansion, and search for distant planets beyond our solar Q.33) Which nation has ended its relationship with the World Health
system. Organisation?
(1) US
Q.27) Which state announced the development of 800 km herbal roads (2) China
along the state and national highways through the state? (3) Japan
(1) Uttarakhand (4) India
(2) Uttar Pradesh Correct Answer - (1) US
(3) Rajasthan Explanation:
(4) Haryana The United States has officially terminated its relationship with the World
Correct Answer - (2) Uttar Pradesh Health Organisation. The US President in a live speech accused China of
Explanation: having total control over WHO despite paying only USD40 million a year
The Deputy Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh and PWD Minister of State compared to what the US’s 450 million a year.
Keshav Prasad Maurya, announced the development of 800 km herbal
roads along the state and national highways through the state. Q.34) Which state have launched Rozgar Setu’ scheme for skilled workers?
(1) Jharkhand
Q.28) Who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer and (2) Assam
Managing Director of Wipro effective from 6th July 2020? (3) Uttar Pradesh
(1) Thierry Delaporte (4) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Adidali Neemuchwala Correct Answer - (4) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Sanjay Jha Explanation:
(4) Nikesh Arora Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan has announced the
Correct Answer - (1) Thierry Delaporte launch of the ‘Rozgar Setu’ scheme, saying it would help secure
Explanation: employment for skilled workers who have returned.
Wipro appointed Thierry Delaporte, COO of Capgemini, as the new Chief
Executive Officer and Managing Director effective from 6th July 2020. He

Q.35) Which among the following space agencies recently launched Q.41) Which country has come up with a ‘One Sun One World One Grid’
astronauts to the ISS on a commercially-made spacecraft after almost nine (OSOWOG) initiative to set up a framework for facilitating global
years? cooperation?
(1) ESA (1) USA
(2) CNSA (2) India
(3) NASA (3) France
(4) Roscosmos (4) China
Correct Answer - (3) NASA Correct Answer - (2) India
NASA launched two astronauts on SpaceX’s Dragon Endeavour spacecraft India has come up with a ‘One Sun One World One Grid’ (OSOWOG)
from US soil for the first time after nine years on May 30, 2020. This is the initiative to set up a framework for facilitating global cooperation in this
first time in human history that NASA astronauts entered the International regard aiming at building a global ecosystem of interconnected renewable
Space Station on a commercially-made spacecraft. energy resources that can be seamlessly shared.
Q.36) The Labour Ministry launched online skills training course in Q.42) Who laid the foundation stone for a Missile Park named
partnership with which company? 'Agneeprastha' in Visakhapatnam?
(1) TCS (1) Jitendra Singh
(2) Wipro (2) Biswa Vairamuthu
(3) HCL (3) Rajesh Debnath
(4) Infosys (4) Jagdish Mukhi
Correct Answer - (1) TCS Correct Answer - (3) Rajesh Debnath
The Union Ministry of Labour and Employment said that it had started free The foundation stone for a Missile Park named 'Agneeprastha' was laid by
online career skills training through its National Career Service project for Commodore Rajesh Debnath & a 2 MegaWatt(MW) solar photovoltaic
job-seekers registered with it. plant was commissioned by Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, Flag Officer
Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command at INS Kalinga,
Q.37) Which among the following countries has seen widespread protests Visakhapatnam. Agneeprastha aims to capture glimpses of Missile History
over the death of African American George Floyd in police custody? of INS Kalinga since its inception in 1981.
(1) UK
(2) US Q.43) The central government has approved how much package for
(3) Australia distressed MSMEs?
(4) Netherlands (1) Rs 20000 crore
Correct Answer - (2) US (2) Rs 30000 crore
Explanation: (3) Rs 25000 crore
Over 40 cities in the United States including Washington DC imposed (4) Rs 40000 crore
curfews on May 31, 2020 in response to the violent protests that ripped Correct Answer - (1) Rs 20000 crore
across the nation against the death of African-American man George Floyd Explanation:
in police custody. The US has called in the National Guard to respond to the The central government has approved Rs 20,000 crore to provide equity
protests. support to 2 lakh stressed Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
Q.38) NABARD has extended how much Rs special liquidity facility to West Q.44) How much amount was approved by Centre government for the
Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of farmers and poor implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission in Chhattisgarh during 2020-21?
people in the state? (1) ₹500 cr
(1) Rs 1,050 crore (2) ₹335 cr
(2) Rs 4,050 crore (3) ₹450 cr
(3) Rs 2,050 crore (4) ₹445 cr
(4) Rs 3,050 crore Correct Answer - (4) ₹445 cr
Correct Answer - (1) Rs 1,050 crore Explanation:
Explanation: The Union Government has approved Rs 445 crore for the implementation
NABARD, a development bank focusing primarily on the rural sector of the of Jal Jeevan Mission in Chhattisgarh during 2020-21.
country, has extended Rs 1,050 crore special liquidity facility to West
Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of farmers and poor Q.45) Who has been appointed as new CEO of Carat India?
people in the state. (1) RS Dhillon
(2) Nirvan Joshi
Q.39) Which country was the top source of foreign direct investment into (3) Nilesh Shah
India for the second consecutive financial year? (4) Anita Kotwani
(1) SriLanka Correct Answer - (4) Anita Kotwani
(2) Thailand Explanation:
(3) Russia Anita Kotwani has been appointed as the Chief Executive Officer of Carat
(4) Singapore India, a media agency owned by Dentsu Aegis Network (DAN). She was
Correct Answer - (4) Singapore earlier serving as the senior vice president, new business and client lead,
Explanation: for The Walt Disney business at Mindshare India.
Singapore was the top source of foreign direct investment into India for the
second consecutive financial year, accounting for about 30 per cent of FDI Q.46) Which country has topped the StartupBlink’s Startup Ecosystem
inflows in 2019-20. Rankings Report 2020?
(1) Israel
Q.40) Recently India Observatory has come up with a Geographic (2) United Kingdom
Information System (GIS)-enabled dashboard. Name it? (3) United States
(1) Coast (4) Germany
(2) Vayu Correct Answer - (3) United States
(3) InCo Explanation:
(4) InCoast United States has topped the ranking list with a score of 123.167. United
Correct Answer - (1) Coast Kingdom, Israel, Canada and Germany are the top 5 countries in the list
Explanation: respectively.
India Observatory has come up with a Geographic Information System
(GIS)-enabled dashboard called Collaboration/Covid Action Support Group Q.47) What is the rank of India in the Startup Ecosystem Rankings Report
(CoAST India) to monitor the movements of migrants. 2020 by StartupBlink?
(1) 10
(2) 17

(3) 23 Hyderabad (falling 21 ranks to disappointing 96th position). Last year,

(4) 29 seven cities were ranked in the top 100 list versus four this year.
Explanation: Q.53) The United Nations Security Council has extended the individual
StartupBlink has launched the Startup Ecosystem Rankings Report 2020 sanctions, travel ban and an arms embargo in which country until May
that ranks 1,000 cities and 100 countries worldwide, based on their startup 2021?
ecosystem strength and activity level. India has dropped 6 places to be (1) South Sudan
ranked at 23rd spot in the latest ranking, with a score of 5.698. Last year it (2) North Korea
was placed at 17th spot. (3) China
(4) Russia
Q.48) Which among these brands has topped the Brand Finance’s 2020 Correct Answer - (1) South Sudan
Brand Value Report 5000? Explanation:
(1) Microsoft The United Nations Security Council has extended the individual sanctions,
(2) Amazon travel ban and an arms embargo in South Sudan until May 2021. An arms
(3) Samsung embargo is a restriction or a set of sanctions that applies solely to
(4) Google weaponry.
Correct Answer - (2) Amazon
Explanation: Q.54) How many Rajya Sabha seats will be up for elections on June 19?
Brand Finance has released its annual Brand Value Report 5000 for the year (1) 17
2020. It is for the third consecutive year that Amazon has retained the title (2) 18
of the world’s most valuable brand having brand valuation of $220,791 (3) 21
million. It is also made history by becoming the first brand in Brand Finance (4) 15
Global 500 to exceed US$200 billion value mark. Google has jumped one Correct Answer - (2) 18
place up to come second in the list at $159,722 million. In 2019 it was at Explanation:
3rd spot. The Election Commission of India on June 1 announced that the Rajya
Sabha elections for pending 18 seats will now be held on June 19, 2020.
Q.49) The World Athletics anti-doping body handed a four year ban to The elections were earlier scheduled to be held on March 26 but were
which indian sports person? deferred due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
(1) Kiranjeet Kaur
(2) M. R. Poovamma Q.55) When will UN Security Council elections be held?
(3) Kunjarani Devi (1) June 17th
(4) K. T. Irfan (2) June 15th
Correct Answer - (1) Kiranjeet Kaur (3) June 30th
Explanation: (4) September 12th
The World Athletics anti-doping body handed a four year ban to 32 year Correct Answer - (1) June 17th
old Kiranjeet Kaur, long-distance runner, for violation of anti-doping rule Explanation:
with the abuse of Enobosarm and its metabolite. The samples were tested The UN Security Council Elections for five non-permanent members will be
in the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) accredited laboratory in Doha held on June 17, 2020. France has taken over the Presidency of the council
since the National Dope Testing laboratory is under suspension from the for the month of June.
World Anti-Doping Agency.
Q.56) Who assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Govt. of India
Q.50) Who among the following has been nominated for Rajiv Gandhi Khel on 1 June 2020?
Ratna Award by Boxing Federation of India? (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
(1) Manish Kaushik (2) Binoy Kumar
(2) Shiva Thapa (3) Giriraj Goswami
(3) Gaurav Solanki (4) Piyush Tripathi
(4) Amit Pangal Correct Answer - (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
Correct Answer - (4) Amit Pangal Explanation:
Explanation: Shri Pradip Kumar Tripathi has assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of
World silver-medallist Amit Panghal and the seasoned Vikas Krishan were Steel, Govt. of India on 1 June 2020. He took over as Secretary upon the
nominated by the Boxing Federation of India for the Rajiv Gandhi Khel superannuation of present incumbent Binoy Kumar. The appointment was
Ratna Award on June 1, 2020. approved by the Appointment Committee of Cabinet.
Q.51) Who among the following has been nominated for Arjuna Awards by Q.57) Which institute has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins
the Boxing Federation? in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water reservoir?
(1) Nikhat Zareen (1) IIT Bombay
(2) Laishram Sarita Devi (2) IIT Madras
(3) Lovlina Borgohain (3) IIT Indore
(4) Pinki Rani (4) IIT Tirupati
Correct Answer - (3) Lovlina Borgohain Correct Answer - (2) IIT Madras
The Boxing Federation of India has nominated Lovlina Borgohain (69kg), A research project undertaken by the Indian Institute of Technology
Simranjit Kaur (64kg) and Manish Kaushik (63kg) for the Arjuna awards. Madras, a public technical and research university located in Chennai,
Lovlina Borgohain has won world bronze twice. Tamil Nadu, has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy dolphins in Odisha's
Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water reservoir.
Q.52) Find the city which has topped among Indian cities in “2020 Cities
Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem” report. Q.58) NTPC has collaborated with which Bank to provide learning
(1) Chennai opportunities to its 19,000+ employees and their family members amid
(2) Bengaluru nationwide lockdown?
(3) Mumbai (1) HSBC Bank
(4) New Delhi (2) World Bank
Correct Answer - (2) Bengaluru (3) The Asian Development Bank
Explanation: (4) The New Development Bank
Among the top 100 startup cities, only four India cities were named in Correct Answer - (2) World Bank
“2020 Cities Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem” while total of 38 cities Explanation:
made it to the world’s top 1000 cities with startup ecosystems. Bengaluru NTPC Ltd. has offered learning opportunities to its 19,000+ employees and
(down by three ranks to 14th position), New Delhi (up by three spots to their family members amid nationwide lockdown. The move by the
15th position) Mumbai (improved by seven spots to 22nd position) company is to meet the requirements of the lockdown imposed due to the
COVID-19 pandemic. NTPC has collaborated with the World Bank to

provide learning opportunities. The collaboration aims to provide an (2) Poland

opportunity to be part of a rigorous online technical course, attending (3) Belgium
virtual classes, giving assessments, and, eventually, obtaining certifications. (4) Sweden
Correct Answer - (1) Finland
Q.59) Which state has launched a corona mobile application to provide Explanation:
information regarding hospital beds and ventilators? The former spokesperson of the External Affairs Ministry, Raveesh Kumar
(1) Maharashtra has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Finland. Kumar is a
(2) Delhi 1995-batch Indian Foreign Service officer. He served as the spokesperson
(3) Madhya Pradesh of the Ministry of External Affairs from July 2017 to April 2020.
(4) Karnataka
Correct Answer - (2) Delhi Q.66) Which country has launched the world’s first app that utilised the
Explanation: Exposure Notification API developed by Apple and Google?
Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal has launched 'Delhi Corona' mobile (1) Germany
application to help track hospital beds and ventilators for COVID-19 (2) Switzerland
patients. The app is available for download on Google Play. (3) Denmark
(4) USA
Q.60) Which state's Chief Minister and three state cabinet ministers are Correct Answer - (2) Switzerland
under self-quarantine after tourism minister, tested positive for COVID-19 Explanation:
virus? Switzerland has launched the world’s first app that utilised the Exposure
(1) Rajasthan Notification API developed by Apple and Google.
(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Maharashtra Q.67) Who will chair the IBBI advisory committee on service providers?
(4) Uttar Pradesh (1) Sanjay Sharma
Correct Answer - (2) Uttarakhand (2) Bimal Patel
Explanation: (3) Akshay Gupta
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Trivendra Singh Rawat and three state cabinet (4) TV Mohandas Pai
ministers are under self-quarantine after tourism minister, Satpal Maharaj Correct Answer - (4) TV Mohandas Pai
tested positive for COVID-19 virus. Explanation:
The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has reconstituted its
Q.61) Who is the new Chairman of the board of Twitter Inc? advisory committee on service providers and it would now be chaired by
(1) Jesse Cohn Manipal Global Education Services Chairman T V Mohandas Pai. The 12-
(2) Jack Dorsey member panel would advise and provide professional support on
(3) Patrick Pichette regulation and development of the service providers dealt with by the IBBI.
(4) Egon Durban
Correct Answer - (3) Patrick Pichette Q.68) Who launched technology-based solution named as CHAMPIONS for
Explanation: MSME sector, in New Delhi?
Twitter Inc has appointed Patrick Pichette, a former chief financial officer (1) Prakash Javedkar
(CFO) at Google, as the new chairman of the company’s board. It is the first (2) Nitin Gadkari
time in Twitter’s history that an outsider will preside over the group. (3) Ram Vilas Paswan
Pichette will replace Omid Kordestani. (4) Narendra Modi
Correct Answer - (4) Narendra Modi
Q.62) Which Bank has partnered with Chalo to launch contactless card for Explanation:
bus passengers? PM launches technology-based solution CHAMPIONS to provide one stop
(1) IDBI Bank solutions to MSMEs. Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched technology-
(2) Yes Bank based solution named as CHAMPIONS for MSME sector, today in New
(3) SBI Delhi.
(4) PNB
Correct Answer - (2) Yes Bank Q.69) Which organisation along with 37 nations and numerous partners
Explanation: has launched a ‘COVID-19 Technology Access Pool’?
Yes Bank has partnered with Chalo to launch of a co-branded contactless (1) WHO
travel card in Mangalore and Udupi, which would enable users to load (2) UNICEF
money on the card to make ‘tap to pay’ payments across buses. (3) UNESCO
(4) ILO
Q.63) Which scheme was launched by the government to provide Correct Answer - (1) WHO
affordable loans to street vendors? Explanation:
(1) PM SVANIDHI WHO along with 37 nations and numerous partners has launched a ‘COVID-
(2) PM SEVA 19 Technology Access Pool’ which aims to make vaccines and other key
(3) PMMVY COVID-19 tools accessible to all. C-TAP will provide a “one-stop shop” for
(4) PMAAY scientific knowledge, data and intellectual property to be “shared equitably
Correct Answer - (1) PM SVANIDHI by global community”.
Explanation:
Union Government launched PM SVANIDHI – Pradhan Mantri Street Q.70) Who took charge as Deputy Managing Director at Export-Import
Vendor’s Atmanirbhar Nidhi – a special micro-credit facility scheme for Bank of India (Exim Bank)?
providing affordable loan to street vendors. (1) Manoj Pillai
(2) Sanjay Singh
Q.64) Recently which scheme was announced by the centre to benefit (3) Mohammed Mustafa
small businesses and cottage industries? (4) Harsha Bangari
(1) Mudra Shishu Correct Answer - (4) Harsha Bangari
(2) Arogya Lakshmi Explanation:
(3) Kishor Shishu Harsha Bangari takes charges as Exim Bank Deputy Managing Director.
(4) Vayu Harsha Bangari on Monday took charge as Deputy Managing Director at
Correct Answer - (1) Mudra Shishu Export-Import Bank of India (Exim Bank), Prior to this, Bangari was the
Explanation: Chief General Manager and Chief Financial Officer of the bank.
The centre has announced the launch of ‘Mudra Shishu loan’ to benefit
small businesses and cottage industries. Q.71) Which nation is the smallest ever nation to secure a UNSC seat?
(1) St. Vincent and the Grenadines
Q.65) Former External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh Kumar has (2) Estonia
been appointed as India's Next Ambassador to which nation? (3) Tunisia
(1) Finland (4) Niger

Correct Answer - (1) St. Vincent and the Grenadines The 51st annual summit of the World Economic Forum will be held in
Explanation: Davos, Switzerland under the theme ‘The Great Reset’. The summit has
Five nations including Vietnam, Niger, Estonia, Tunisia, St. Vincent and the been named as ‘a unique Twin Summit’.
Grenadines were elected to the UNSC earlier this month for a two-year
term beginning January 2020. St. Vincent and the Grenadines is the Q.78) Which Indian institution has emerged as the best institute in the THE
smallest-ever nation to secure a UNSC seat. Asia University Rankings 2020?
(1) IISc Bangalore
Q.72) PM Narendra Modi will be holding a high-level summit with the (2) IISc Ropar
Prime Minister of which nation? (3) IISc Delhi
(1) Japan (4) IISc Indore
(2) New Zealand Correct Answer - (1) IISc Bangalore
(3) South Africa Explanation:
(4) Australia Time Higher Education (THE) released its annual THE Asia University
Correct Answer - (4) Australia Rankings 2020 on 03 June 2020, which lists 489 institutions from 30
Explanation: countries and regions. 56 Indian institutes participated in the 2020 ranking,
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will be holding an 'India-Australia Virtual out of which 8 have made it to the top 100. Among the Indian institutes,
Summit' with Australian PM Scott Morrison on June 4, 2020. The Australian Indian Institute of Science (IISc) Bangalore is the best institute. Globally it
Prime Minister was scheduled to visit India this year but the visit could not has been placed at 36th rank. 6 IITs have also made place in top 100.
take place. Hence, the two leaders decided to hold a virtual summit.
Q.79) Recently The government has launched the Kisan Credit Cards
Q.73) Which organisation launched Khelo India e-Pathshala, an online campaign to benefit how many dairy farmers?
coaching programme for grassroot level? (1) 1.5 cr
(1) Sports Authority of India (2) 2.0 cr
(2) Nasscom (3) 2.2 cr
(3) Niti Aayog (4) 2.5 cr
(4) IOC Correct Answer - (1) 1.5 cr
Correct Answer - (1) Sports Authority of India Explanation:
Explanation: The government has launched the Kisan Credit Cards campaign to benefit
The Sports Authority of India (SAI) launched Khelo India e-Pathshala in dairy farmers. Under the special drive, Kisan Credit Cards will be provided
association with National Sports Federations (NSF) with an aim to provide to 1.5 crore dairy farmers belonging to Milk Unions and Milk producing
first-ever national-level open online coaching and education programme Companies within the next two months between June 1-July 31, 2020.
for grassroot-level athletes.
Q.80) How much amount was transferred by government to 9.67 crore
Q.74) What is theme of this year World Menstrual Hygiene Day? farmers under PM-KISAN during lockdown?
(1) Periods in Pandemic (1) ₹10 k cr
(2) Its time for action (2) ₹15 k cr
(3) Good Hygiene (3) ₹19 k cr
(4) Hygiene Management (4) ₹20 k cr
Correct Answer - (1) Periods in Pandemic Correct Answer - (3) ₹19 k cr
Every year on May 28, non-governmental organisations, government Under the PM- KISAN scheme, during the lockdown period from 24th of
agencies, the private sector, the media, and individuals come together to March, bhave been benefited and an amount of over 19 thousand 350
celebrate Menstrual Hygiene Day (MH Day) to highlight the importance of crore rupees has been released so far. The government also launched
good menstrual hygiene management (MHM).World Menstrual Hygiene Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maan Dhan Yojana on 12th September last year to
Day 2020 theme is ‘Periods in Pandemic’. ensure payment of minimum pension of three thousand rupees per month
to the eligible small and marginal farmers on attaining the age of 60 year.
Q.75) What is the theme of this year’s World Milk Day?
(1) The 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day Q.81) The United States has issued an order seeking suspension of flights
(2) Drink Milk-Today and Everyday from which nation?
(3) Drink Move be strong (1) Russia
(4) Commitment to Feeding (2) China
Correct Answer - (1) the 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day (3) India
Explanation: (4) France
June 1 is celebrated as World Milk day every year. 2020 marks the 20th Correct Answer - (2) China
anniversary of World Milk day. The day is celebrated to bring attention to Explanation:
how dairy supports the livelihoods of one billion people. The theme for The United States issued an order on June 3, 2020 seeking suspension of
World Milk day 2020 is ‘The 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day’. The day passenger flights from China starting from June 16, 2020. The move has
is being celebrated to promote the health benefits of milk and dairy been taken in retaliation to China's refusal to let US airlines resume flights
products. to China.
Q.76) Which nation will host the Global Vaccine Summit? Q.82) Who took over the charge as Secretary in the Ministry of Steel?
(1) France (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
(2) Italy (2) Sanjay Singh
(3) UK (3) Abhinav Sharma
(4) US (4) Vikas Chaturvedi
Correct Answer - (3) UK Correct Answer - (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
India is set to participate in the Global Vaccine Summit along with over 50 Senior IAS officer Pradip Kumar Tripathi took over the charge as Secretary
countries and organisations. The UK-led virtual Global Vaccine Summit will in the Ministry of Steel, according to an official statement.
be hosted by British Prime Minister Boris Johnson on June 4, 2020.
Q.83) The Union Cabinet has approved an MoU on cooperation in
Q.77) Which city will host the 51st annual summit of the World Economic environment protection between India and which nation?
Forum? (1) Bangladesh
(1) Seol (2) Nepal
(2) Davos (3) Sri Lanka
(3) Berlin (4) Bhutan
(4) Sydney Correct Answer - (4) Bhutan
Correct Answer - (2) Davos Explanation:
Explanation:

The Union Cabinet chaired by the PM Narendra Modi has approved the (3) Chhoti Si Baat
Memorandum of Understanding signed between India and Bhutan for (4) Durga
cooperation in areas of the environment including air, waste, chemical Correct Answer - (4) Durga
management and climate change. Explanation:
Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on June 4, 2020 due to
Q.84) Which among these is the first bank in the country to launch mobile age-related health issues. He was 93. He had won the National Film Award
app-based facility for opening current accounts in a paperless manner? for Best Film on Family Welfare for his film Durga. Besides this, he had won
(1) Punjab National Bank the IIFA Lifetime Achievement Award in 2007. He has also won several
(2) Canara Bank Filmfare awards.
(3) IndusInd Bank
(4) State Bank of India Q.90) Which among the following days is marked on June 5 every year?
Correct Answer - (3) IndusInd Bank (1) World Environment Day
Explanation: (2) International Yoga Day
IndusInd Bank has launched first-of-its-kind mobile app-based facility for (3) World Wildlife Day
opening current accounts in a paperless manner. IndusInd is the first bank (4) World Soil Day
in India to introduce this assisted mobile application based facility which Correct Answer - (1) World Environment Day
will enable the Bank to open current accounts for self-employed individuals Explanation:
and businesses digitally, in just a few hours. World Environment Day (WED) is celebrated on 5 June every year to
encourage awareness and action for the protection of our environment.
Q.85) Which two countries are involved in the implementation of the The day was established by the United Nations in 1972 and first held in
Kohala Hydroelectric Power project? 1974.
(1) India and China
(2) India and Pakistan Q.91) In which state, Kondapochamma Sagar project was Inaugurated?
(3) Pakistan and China (1) Maharashtra
(4) India and Bangladesh (2) Telangana
Correct Answer - (3) Pakistan and China (3) Assam
Explanation: (4) Odisha
An agreement was signed between China and Pakistan to implement the Correct Answer - (2) Telangana
Kohala Hydroelectric Power project in the region of Pakistan Occupied Explanation:
Kashmir. The project is being implemented under the China Pakistan Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has inaugurated the 15
Economic Corridor. TMC Kondapochamma Sagar reservoir by switching on pumps at the
Markook pump house under Gajwel Assembly segment in a simple but
Q.86) Which of the following Program launched recently for the youth to solemn ceremony graced by Sri Tridandi Chinna Jeeyar Swami.
empower the youth of India?
(1) Responsible Society for Youth Q.92) Which country will host the 2022 AFC Women’s Asian Football Cup?
(2) Responsible Skillset for Youth (1) Malaysia
(3) Responsible Mindset for Youth (2) India
(4) Responsible AI for Youth (3) Japan
Correct Answer - (4) Responsible AI for Youth (4) Indonesia
Explanation: Correct Answer - (2) India
National Program for the youth titled “Responsible AI for Youth” has been Explanation:
launched by the Union Minister for Electronics & Information Technology, In Football, the Asian Football Confederation (AFC) has awarded the
Communications and Law & Justice, Ravi Shankar Prasad. The program has hosting rights of the Women’s Asian Cup 2022 tournament to India. The
been launched to empower the youth of India with appropriate new age decision was taken after the AFC Women’s Football Committee meeting
tech mind-set, hence making them digitally ready for the future. This held on 5 June 2020. This is the first time that India will be hosting the
program will provide students from Government schools pan India an event since 1979, in which India had finished as the runner-ups.
opportunity to become part of the skilled workforce in an inclusive
manner. Q.93) Who launched the ‘#iCommit’ initiative on World Environment Day?
Q.87) Which Indian port trust has been renamed as Syama Prasad (2) Ravi Shankar Prasad
Mookerjee Port trust? (3) RK Singh
(1) Kolkata Port Trust (4) Piyush Goyal
(2) Paradip Port Trust Correct Answer - (3) RK Singh
(3) Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust Explanation:
(4) Visakhapatnam Port Trust Minister of Power (Independent Charge) R K Singh on June 5, 2020 initiated
Correct Answer - (1) Kolkata Port Trust the ‘#iCommit’ campaign to commemorate World Environment Day. The
Explanation: initiative calls upon all stakeholders and individuals to continue working
The central government on June 3 approved to rename the Kolkata Port towards energy efficiency, renewable energy and sustainability to create a
Trust as Syama Prasad Mookerjee Port trust. The Kolkata Port is the first robust and resilient energy system in the future.
major port and the only riverine port in India. On October 17, 1870, it came
to be governed by a trust, on the appointment of the commissioners for Q.94) Which initiative was launched by government to conduct skill
the improvement of the port of Calcutta as per Act V of 1870. mapping of citizens returning under VBM?
(1) SWADES
Q.88) Name the Indian author who has been conferred with the 2020 (2) AAROGYA
Commonwealth Short Story Prize for the Asia region? (3) SWABIMAN
(1) Rohinton Mistry (4) VANDANA
(2) Kritika Pandey Correct Answer - (1) SWADES
(3) Manu Joseph Explanation:
(4) Nikita Singh Union Government has launched a new initiative SWADES- Skilled Workers
Correct Answer - (2) Kritika Pandey Arrival Database for Employment Support to conduct a skill mapping
Explanation: exercise of the returning citizens under the Vande Bharat Mission.
Ranchi based writer Kritika Pandey has been announced as the winner of
the 2020 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for the Asia region. The 29-year- Q.95) How many pacts have been signed between India and Australia
old writer won for her story The Great Indian Tee and Snakes. during the first ever India-Australia bilateral virtual summit held on 4 June
2020?
Q.89) Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on June 4, 2020. (1) 9
He had won a National Award for which film? (2) 12
(1) Khatta Meetha (3) 6
(2) Rajnigandha (4) 15

Correct Answer - (1) 9 Q.101) ‘Spandan Campaign’ has been launched by which state to check
Explanation: mental stress and depression among the police personnel?
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi held the India-Australia virtual (1) Haryana
summit on 4 June 2020 with Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison in a (2) Gujarat
bid to strengthen bilateral ties. This is the first ever virtual bilateral summit (3) Chhattisgarh
that India is holding with any country, and also the first for Mr Modi with (4) Himachal Pradesh
any foreign leader. One such Summit was held between Australia and Correct Answer - (3) Chhattisgarh
Singapore in March 2020. The India-Australia bilateral virtual summit Explanation:
concluded with signing of nine agreements including one to raise their The Chhattisgarh Police have launched a special campaign named ‘Spandan
relationship to a ‘Comprehensive Strategic Partnership’ for wider and Campaign’ to check mental stress and depression among their personnel.
deeper cooperation in diverse areas ranging from trade to defence. Under the campaign, authorities will be conducting interactive
programmes and arranging counselling sessions, music and yoga therapies
Q.96) Who has been appointed as the new Indian Ambassador to the for the police personnels.
World Trade Organization (WTO)?
(1) JS Deepak Q.102) Who launched a national awareness campaign on Prevention of
(2) Brajendra Navnit Human, Animal Mortality on Highways on June 5?
(3) Manoj Kumar (1) Nitin Gadkari
(4) Nimish Rustagi (2) Prakash Javadekar
Correct Answer - (2) Brajendra Navnit (3) Piyush Goyal
Explanation: (4) Amit Shah
Brajendra Navnit, a 1999 IAS officer of Tamil Nadu cadre has been Correct Answer - (1) Nitin Gadkari
appointed as India’s Ambassador to the Geneva-based World Trade Explanation:
Organization (WTO). He has been appointed for a period of three years. The Union Road, Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari on June 5,
Navnit succeeds JS Deepak, a 1982 batch IAS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre, 2020 launched a national awareness campaign on Prevention of Human
whose tenure as India’s Ambassador to the global trade watchdog ended and Animal Mortality on Highways. While launching the campaign through
on May 31. Video Conference, the Union Minister underlined the need for generating
awareness and education for the masses at large towards reducing or
Q.97) Who among the following has recently been selected as the brand eliminating mortality on the roads.
ambassador for sports brand Adidas India?
(1) Manushi Chhillar Q.103) Which company has announced the launch of a programme for
(2) Shruti Hassan agritech start-ups in India that are committed to driving transformation in
(3) Vartika Singh agriculture?
(4) Suman Rao (1) Flipkart
Correct Answer - (1) Manushi Chhillar (2) Microsoft
Explanation: (3) Amazon
The Indian arm of German sports brand Adidas has appointed former Miss (4) Google
World Manushi Chillar as its new brand ambassador. Chillar joins the roster Correct Answer - (2) Microsoft
of Adidas ambassadors including Ranveer Singh, Rohit Sharma, Hima Das, Explanation:
and over 20 other top athletes. Microsoft has announced the launch of a programme for agritech start-ups
in India that are committed to driving transformation in agriculture.
Q.98) India has pledged how much amount for the Global Alliance for
Vaccines and Immunisation? Q.104) Which Union Ministry has launched the information booklet- 'Safe
(1) USD 15 million online learning in the times of COVID-19'?
(2) USD 20 million (1) Home Ministry
(3) USD 10 million (2) Health Ministry
(4) USD 5 million (3) HRD Ministry
Correct Answer - (1) USD 15 million (4) WCD Ministry
Explanation: Correct Answer - (3) HRD Ministry
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has pledged USD 15 million to the Global Explanation:
Alliance for Vaccines and Immunisation (GAVI). He made the The Union Human Resource Development Minister Ramesh Pokhriyal
announcement during the Global Vaccine Summit hosted by the United Nishank has launched an information booklet titled 'Safe online learning in
Kingdom (UK) on June 4, 2020. the times of COVID-19', which aims to raise awareness among students and
teachers regarding cyberbullying.
Q.99) The mobile app “MeraVetan” has been launched by which state to
provide salary-related information to government employees? Q.105) What was the theme of World Environment Day 2020?
(1) Delhi (1) Zero Tolerance for the Illegal Wildlife trade
(2) Assam (2) Beat Plastic Pollution
(3) Jammu & Kashmir (3) Connecting People to Nature
(4) Rajasthan (4) Biodiversity
Correct Answer - (3) Jammu & Kashmir Correct Answer - (4) Biodiversity
Jammu and Kashmir Lieutenant Governor Girish Chandra Murmu launched The theme of World Environment Day 2020 is ‘Biodiversity’. The World
a salary tracker mobile app ”MeraVetan” for providing salary-related Environment Day 2020 theme is extremely important, especially with the
information to government employees. The MeraVetan App (Version-1), recent events of major bushfires in Australia, Brazil and the United States.
will enable the employees to easily access their salary and other details
anytime and anywhere. Q.106) Which state has launched “Spandan” campaign for police?
(1) Punjab
Q.100) Which state government has launched an App for Information on (2) Goa
Vacant Hospital Beds, Ventilators? (3) Haryana
(1) Kerala (4) Chhattisgarh
(2) Delhi Correct Answer - (4) Chhattisgarh
(3) Odisha Explanation:
(4) Maharashtra Chhattisgarh Police have launched a special campaign titled “spandan” to
Correct Answer - (2) Delhi check mental stress and depression among their personnel by conducting
Explanation: interactive programmes and arranging counselling sessions, music and
The Delhi government launched a dedicated mobile app Delhi Corona to yoga therapies. The motive of the campaign is to prevent the force from
help people find the status of total hospital beds and ventilators in the depression and stress pushing them to take extreme steps.
union territory.
Q.107) Who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Adidas recently?

(1) ManushiChhillar emerged as the winner from among a distinguished list of 46 Entrepreneur
(2) Priyanka Chopra of the Year (EOY) country award winners from 41 countries and territories.
(3) YuktaMukhi Mazumdar-Shaw is the first woman entrepreneur from India and the third
(4) Diana Hayden Indian to win the title in the award’s 20-year history.
Correct Answer - (1) ManushiChhillar
Explanation: Q.113) Who was announced as the winner of regional award for Asia in
The former Miss World 2017 ManushiChhillar joined Rohit Sharma, Indian 2020 Commonwealth short story prize for her story "The Great Indian Tee
star Batsman, Hima Das Sprinter from Assam and Actor Ranveer Singh as and Snakes" - about love in an age of hatred and prejudice?
the brand ambassador of Adidas. She supports the #HOMETEAMHERO (1) Kritika Pandey
challenge of Adidas to stay physically and mentally fit in the lockdown due (2) Ashwin Sanghi
to COVID-19 and use sports as a platform to inspire and encourage the (3) Jeet Thayil
women and children to take up sports. (4) Nayantara Sahgal
Q.108) The NBFC company IIFL Finance has roped whom as its first ever Explanation:
brand ambassador? Kritika Pandey, a 29-year-old Indian Writer from Ranchi, was announced as
(1) Sonu Sood the winner of regional award for Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short story
(2) Rohit Sharma prize for her story "The Great Indian Tee and Snakes" - about love in an age
(3) Virat Kohli of hatred and prejudice.
(4) Akshay Kumar
Correct Answer - (2) Rohit Sharma Q.114) Find the private bank which partnered with Mastercard India
Explanation: &Worldline India to launch ‘Soft POS’.
Non-Banking finance company IIFL Finance has signed up India’s leading (1) DBS Bank
batsman, Rohit Sharma as its first-ever brand ambassador. The company (2) ICICI Bank
has launched 30-second message titled “Rohit Sharma Ki Seedhi Baat”, (3) Axis Bank
under its first-ever campaign #SeedhiBaat with Rohit Sharma, which is a (4) HDFC Bank
public service message advising people on safety guidelines and rules to Correct Answer - (3) Axis Bank
follow during lockdown to fight Covid19 outbreak. Explanation:
Axis Bank Ltd, Mastercard India &Worldline India partnered to launch a
Q.109) Central government approved Rs. 812 Crores to which state for the digital point-of-sale(POS) solution ‘Soft POS’, the 1st financial payments
implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission? service in India to transform everyday smartphones into merchant POS
(1) Jharkhand terminals. It helps offline merchants and Kirana stores accept payments
(2) Odisha using their smartphones.
(3) Tamil Nadu
(4) Goa Q.115) The product ‘Summer Treats’ has been launched by which bank to
Correct Answer - (2) Odisha help banks customers meet their post lockdown needs?
Explanation: (1) ICICI Bank
Centre has approved a higher allocation of Rs 812 crore for implementation (2) HDFC Bank
of Jal Jeevan Mission in Odisha during 2020-21 (100% connections by (3) State Bank of India
2024). The Centre has approved 175 crore rupees for implementation of (4) Punjab National Bank
JJM in Meghalaya during 2020-21 (100% connections by December 2022) Correct Answer - (2) HDFC Bank
&Rs. 1407 crore to Assam &Rs 1,832.66 crore to Bihar (100% target by Explanation:
2020-21) &Rs 255 Crore to Arunachal Pradesh (100% target by March India’s largest private sector lender HDFC Bank has launched ‘Summer
2023) also, Puducherry has set the plan to achieve the target by 2020-21. Treats’, to offers a range of products to help meet the changing needs of
merchants as well as salaried and self-employed customers, due to COVID-
Q.110) Which private sector bank has introduced the 1st of its kind app to 19.
open current accounts?
(1) YES Bank Q.116) Who is appointed as the president of the Confederation of Indian
(2) ICICI Bank Industry (CII)?
(3) RBL Bank (1) Uday Kotak
(4) IndusInd Bank (2) V Narendran
Correct Answer - (4) IndusInd Bank (3) Padmaja Chunduru
Explanation: (4) Ramaswami Kumar
IndusInd Bank Limited, an Indian new generation bank, has introduced a Correct Answer - (1) Uday Kotak
first-of-its-kind facility for customers to open current accounts (CA) Explanation:
through its ‘Indus Corporate’ mobile app. Banker Uday Kotak assumed office as the president of the Confederation of
Indian Industry (CII) for the year 2020-21. He will replace Vikram Kirloskar,
Q.111) Which country has proposed the expansion of the G7 grouping as who is the chairman and managing director (MD) of Kirloskar Systems Ltd
G7+4, which includes India, Australia, South Korea and Russia? and vice-chairman of Toyota Kirloskar Motor.
(1) United States
(2) Italy Q.117) Name the Indian airport which has bagged the award for ACI Asia-
(3) France Pacific Green Airports Platinum Recognition 2020?
(4) Germany (1) Kempegowda International Airport
Correct Answer - (1) United States (2) Indira Gandhi International Airport
Explanation: (3) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
The United States and the United Kingdom have proposed the expansion of (4) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport
the G7 grouping. While the United States has proposed G7+4 ,which Correct Answer - (3) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
includes India, Australia, South Korea and Russia,the United Kingdom Explanation:
wants a G7+3, calling it '10 Democracies (D10)' which excludes Russia. The Airports Council International (ACI) Asia-Pacific announced the results
of the ACI Asia-Pacific Green Airports Recognition 2020 on 5 June 2020.
Q.112) Who has been conferred with the EY World Entrepreneur of the The Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (RGIA), Hyderabad has received the
Year 2020 (WEOY)? Platinum award in the 15-35 Million Passengers Per Annum (MPPA)
(1) Naina Lal Kidwai category for its water management practices.
(2) Arundhati Bhattacharya
(3) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Q.118) Which space agency has partnered with NASA to host a deep-space
(4) Chanda Kochhar ground station to support human spaceflight missions to the Moon, Mars
Correct Answer - (3) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw and beyond?
Explanation: (1) Roscosmos
Indian billionaire entrepreneur Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has been named as (2) JAXA
the EY World Entrepreneur of the Year 2020 (WEOY). She has been (3) CNSA

(4) SANSA Tata AIG General Insurance has joined the list of a select few insurers to
Correct Answer - (4) SANSA offer usage-based insurance cover to private car owners which reduces the
Explanation: overall premium payout.
The South African National Space Agency(SANSA) has partnered with
National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA) to host a deep- Q.124) Virtual Global Vaccine Summit 2020 was hosted by which country?
space ground station to support human spaceflight missions to the Moon, (1) USA
Mars and beyond. South Africa became the 4th country after the United (2) China
States of America, Spain and Australia to host a deep space ground station. (3) UK
(4) Russia
Q.119) Facebook to acquire 9.9% stake in Jio Platforms through which Correct Answer - (3) UK
company? Explanation:
(1) Jaadhu Holdings LLC Virtual Global Vaccine Summit 2020 was hosted by the UK Prime Minister
(2) Keiretsu Holdings LLC Boris Johnson urging countries and organizations to pledge funding for
(3) Berkshire Hathaway Holdings LLC vaccinations to save millions of lives. India was represented by the Prime
(4) ChaebolHoldings LLC Minister Narendra Modi in the summit.
Correct Answer - (1) Jaadhu Holdings LLC
Explanation: Q.125) Which bank launched India’s 1st mobile app-based facility for
As per regulatory documents, Facebook will acquire 9.9 per cent stake in opening current accounts?
Jio Platforms via a new entity Jaadhu Holdings LLC, which was announced (1) Federal Bank
in April 2020 with an investment of $ 5.7 billion (Rs 43,574 crore). Jaadhu is (2) IndusInd Bank
a newly incorporated company formed in March 2020 under the laws of (3) SBI
the State of Delaware, US(United States) and is not engaged in any (4) Kotak Mahindra Bank
business in India or anywhere. Correct Answer - (2) IndusInd Bank
Explanation:
Q.120) Who authored the book titled, “The Dry Fasting Miracle: From IndusInd Bank announced the launch of a first-of-its-kind assisted mobile
Deprive to Thrive” (Co-author – Sheikh Abdulaziz)? application based facility, that enables the bank to open current accounts
(1) Luke Coutinho for self-employed individuals and businesses digitally, in just a few hours.
(2) Deepak Chopra
(3) John Ratey Q.126) Which state/UT has launched India’s 1st “online waste
(4) Brian Keane management platform” recently.
Correct Answer - (1) Luke Coutinho (1) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation: (2) West Bengal
The Dry Fasting Miracle: From Deprive to Thrive, a book on the benefits of (3) Gujarat
dry fasting diet by the famous personal lifestyle coach and author, Luke (4) Andhra Pradesh
Coutinho and co-authored by a member of UAE’s Ajman royal Family, Correct Answer - (4) Andhra Pradesh
Sheikh Abdulaziz Bin Ali Bin Rashid Al Nuaimi, published under the Ebury Explanation:
Press a division of Penguin Random House and the ebook version is Andhra Pradesh(AP) Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched India’s
available on Kindle. 1st “online waste management platform” of Andhra Pradesh Environment
Management Corporation(APEMC) on the occasion of World Environment
Q.121) Which state/UT government has proposed Dinkar yojana in the Day to ensure 100% safe disposal of industrial toxic wastes. The State
state/UT budget? Department of Environmental Management, APEMC, will take over
(1) Maharashtra responsibility of the online platform.
(2) Gujarat
(3) Punjab Q.127) Which state government launched MeraVetan App to provide salary
(4) West Bengal related information to employees?
Correct Answer - (2) Gujarat (1) Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation: (2) Maharashtra
Gujarat Deputy Chief Minister and Finance Minister Nitin Patel presented a (3) Sikkim
Rs 2,17,287 crore budget for the financial year 2020-21, which is higher by (4) Uttar Pradesh
Rs 12,472 crore over the previous Budget in 2019-20. Dinkar scheme Correct Answer - (1) Jammu and Kashmir
announced a to provide electricity supply during the day time for irrigation Explanation:
for next 3 years. Lieutenant Governor, Girish Chandra Murmu launched JK Employees Salary
Tracker Mobile App- ‘MeraVetan’ (Version-1) at Raj Bhavan.
Q.122) Who has been appointed as the UNADAP’s ‘Goodwill Ambassador
to the Poor’? Q.128) Which state government implemented Food forest’ project in tribal
(1) Nethra belts of Attapady?
(2) Krithika (1) Kerala
(3) Chitra (2) Assam
(4) Divya (3) Mizoram
Correct Answer - (1) Nethra (4) Odisha
Explanation: Correct Answer - (1) Kerala
The United Nations Association for Development and Peace(UNADAP) Explanation:
appointed 13-year-old Madurai girl Nethra as its ‘Goodwill Ambassador to Kerala’s first ‘food forest’ is being prepared at tribal belts of Attapady in
the Poor’ as she persuaded her father C. Mohan, a salon owner who spent Palakkad district.
his savings Rs 5 lakhs for his daughter’s education. Also, helping with
essentials to nearly 1,500 families despite his salon being closed for Q.129) Which campaign was initiated by Power Minister RK Singh on the
2months as part of COVID-19 lockdown with no other income during the occasion of World Environment Day?
period. (1) iCommit
(2) iSave
Q.123) Which company launched Telematics-Based ‘Pay-As-You-Drive’ (3) iDay
Cover for Private Cars? (4) iEnvironment
(1) Tata AIG General Insurance Correct Answer - (1) iCommit
(2) New India Assurance Explanation:
(3) United India Insurance Power Minister R K Singh initiated the ‘#iCommit’ campaign on the
(4) IDBI Federal Insurance occasion of World Environment Day.
Correct Answer - (1) Tata AIG General Insurance
Explanation: Q.130) Which scheme was launched by government on occasion of World
Environment Day to develop 200 Urban Forests across country in the next
5 years?

(1) Save Van

(2) Pedh Sahai Q.136) Which nation has declared itself COVID virus-free?
(3) Setu Vayu (1) Australia
(4) Nagar Van (2) South Korea
Correct Answer - (4) Nagar Van (3) Sweden
Explanation: (4) New Zealand
On the occasion of the World Environment Day, the Central government Correct Answer - (4) New Zealand
announced the implementation of ‘Nagar Van’ scheme to develop 200 Explanation:
Urban Forests across the country in the next five years. New Zealand has declared itself COVID-free after the recovery of its last
coronavirus patient. With this, the nation will be lifting all restrictions
Q.131) which state government gave Rs 10,000 each to 2.62 lakh auto, cab imposed to contain the virus including social distancing and restrictions on
drivers in state? public gatherings.
(1) Assam
(2) Telangana Q.137) Which place has been declared as Uttarakhand’s new summer
(3) Maharashtra capital?
(4) Andhra Pradesh (1) Rishikesh
Correct Answer - (4) Andhra Pradesh (2) Kashipur
Explanation: (3) Ramnagar
In a bid to help auto and taxi drivers affected due to the COVID-19 (4) Bhararisen
lockdown, the Andhra Pradesh government disbursed four months in Correct Answer - (4) Bhararisen
advance an annual financial assistance of Rs 10,000 to each of the 2.62 lakh Explanation:
beneficiaries under a state welfare scheme. Bhararisen (Garisain) in the Chamoli district has been declared as
Uttarakhand’s new summer capital. The landmark decision makes
Q.132) As per the latest survey data of the National Tiger Conservation Uttarakhand the second state in India after Jammu and Kashmir to have
Authority (NTCA), how many tigers died in India during the period between two capitals.
2012 and 2019?
(1) 750 Q.138) Which state topped India’s State Food Safety Index among larger
(2) 890 states?
(3) 410 (1) Madhya Pradesh
(4) 580 (2) Gujarat
Correct Answer - (1) 750 (3) Maharashtra
Explanation: (4) Telangana
The National Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA) has shared the data Correct Answer - (2) Gujarat
related to details of tiger deaths during the eight year period between Explanation:
2012 and 2019. According to the official data of NTCA, as many as 750 Gujarat has topped India’s food safety index among larger states, while
tigers died in the country in the last eight years due to poaching and other Goa topped the index among the small states, as per the information
causes. Of these total tiger mortalities, 369 were due to natural causes, 168 shared by FSSAI on June 7, 2020. Gujarat was followed by Tamil Nadu and
due to poaching, 70 deaths are under scrutiny and 42 due to unnatural Maharashtra among the larger states in food safety and Goa was followed
reasons, including accident or conflicts events and 101 seizures. by Manipur and Meghalaya among the smaller states.
Q.133) Which state of India accounted for highest number of tigers deaths Q.139) Which Union Territory topped India's Food Safety Index?
during 2012-2019, as per the survey report of National Tiger Conservation (1) Delhi
Authority (NTCA)? (2) Andaman & Nicobar Islands
(1) West Bengal (3) Puducherry
(2) Madhya Pradesh (4) Chandigarh
(3) Assam Correct Answer - (4) Chandigarh
(4) Gujarat Explanation:
Correct Answer - (2) Madhya Pradesh Chandigarh has topped India’s food safety index among the union
Explanation: territories. Chandigarh was followed by Delhi and the Andaman and
The data showed that Madhya Pradesh has the highest number of 526 Nicobar Islands in food safety.
tigers in the country. However, Madhya Pradesh reported the highest tiger
deaths during this eight year period at 173, of which, 38 were due to Q.140) Which state government launched India’s first online waste
poaching, 94 natural deaths, 19 under scrutiny, six due to the unnatural management platform?
causes and 16 seizures. Maharashtra has reported second highest (1) Jharkhand
casualties at 125 during this period followed by 111 in Karnataka. It is (2) Assam
reported that the present tiger population in the country is estimated at (3) Maharashtra
2967 (lower and upper limits being 2603 and 3346 respectively). (4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.134) What is the theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020? Explanation:
(1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean The Andhra Pradesh government launched what it claimed to be the
(2) Our Oceans: greening our future country’s first online Waste Exchange Platform to ensure 100 per cent safe
(3) Our Oceans, Our Future disposal of industrial toxic wastes.
(4) Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet
Correct Answer - (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean Q.141) Which state has made Bande Utkala Janani its state song?
Explanation: (1) Odisha
The theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020 is “Innovation for a Sustainable (2) Tripura
Ocean.” World Oceans Day was officially recognised by the United Nations (3) Manipur
in 2008. (4) Jharkhand
Q.135) What is the theme of the World Food Safety Day (WFSD)? Explanation:
(1) Good Food For Healthy Life The Odisha Cabinet on June 7, 2020 according to Odisha state song status
(2) Safe Food for Safe Future to Bande Utkala Janani. The move comes a week after the Odisha CM
(3) Food Safety, Everyone’s Business urged all the people of the state to sing the song to express gratitude to
(4) Food Safety our Responsibility the COVID warriors.
Correct Answer - (3) Food Safety, Everyone’s Business
Explanation: Q.142) Which state started a tree plantation campaign called 'Thanks
Theme 2020: Food Safety, Everyone’s Business. The day was declared by Mom'?
the United Nations General Assembly in December 2018 and the first (1) Utar Pradesh
World Food Safety Day (WFSD) was held on 7 June 2019. (2) Andhra Pradesh

(3) Arunachal Pradesh Q.148) Which country has topped the Environment Performance Index
(4) Madhya Pradesh 2020?
Correct Answer - (4) Madhya Pradesh (1) Greece
Explanation: (2) Switzerland
Plantation drive named "Thank Mom" started in Madhya Pradesh. In (3) Norway
Madhya Pradesh, a plantation drive named "Thank Mom" has been started (4) Denmark
on the premises of Social Justice and Disabled Welfare Directorate from Correct Answer - (4) Denmark
today on World Environment Day. Explanation:
Denmark has topped the index of 2020, followed by Luxembourg,
Q.143) India signed an agreement recently with which nation to boost Switzerland at next two positions.
cooperation in the power sector?
(1) Switzerland Q.149) What is India's Rank on Environment Performance Index 2020?
(2) Germany (1) 165
(3) Denmark (2) 166
(4) Norway (3) 167
Correct Answer - (3) Denmark (4) 168
Explanation: Correct Answer - (4) 168
India and Denmark have signed an MoU to develop cooperation in the Explanation:
power sector. The main objective behind the agreement is to develop a India secured 168 rank in the 12th edition of the biennial Environment
strong, deep and long-term co-operation between the two countries in the Performance Index (EPI Index 2020) — that measured the environmental
power sector based on equality, reciprocity and mutual benefit. performance of 180 countries — and was released by the Yale University
on June 4, 2020.
Q.144) Who becomes the first Indian to receive the Richard Dawkins Award
2020? Q.150) What is the theme of 2020 World Oceans Day?
(1) Rohit Sharma (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
(2) Javed Akhtar (2) Ocean Pollution
(3) N. Modi (3) Gender and the Ocean
(4) Virat Kohli (4) Preventing plastic pollution
Correct Answer - (2) Javed Akhtar Correct Answer - (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
Poet, lyricist and writer Javed Akhtar has become the first Indian to receive The theme for the 2020 World Ocean Day is “Innovation for a Sustainable
the prestigious Richard Dawkins Award for 2020 for critical thinking, Ocean.” The UN World Oceans Day celebration in 2020 was held as a
holding religious dogma upto scrutiny, advancing human progress and virtual event produced in partnership with Oceanic Global. The theme is in
humanist values. line with the UN Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development.
Q.145) Union government has announced no new schemes will be Q.151) India assured to reconstruct 56 schools in which country?
launched till ______. (1) Bhutan
(1) January 1, 2021 (2) Myanmar
(2) June 30, 2021 (3) Sri Lanka
(3) December 31, 2021 (4) Nepal
(4) March 31, 2021 Correct Answer - (4) Nepal
Correct Answer - (4) March 31, 2021 Explanation:
Explanation: The Embassy of India and the Central Level Project Implementation Unit
The Union Finance Ministry has asked all ministries and departments to not (CLPIU) of the Ministry of Education, Nepal signed 7 Memorandums of
initiate any new scheme in the current financial year as there is a need to Understanding (MoUs) for re-building 56 higher secondary schools.
use resources prudently in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis. Only funds for Included areas in the MOU for the reconstruction of schools are located in
schemes under the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Package, the Gorkha, Nuwakot, Dhading, Dolakha, Kavrepalanchowk, Ramechhap and
Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan package and any other special package or Sindhupalchowk district of Nepal.
announcement would be allocated, according to an office memorandum by
the Department of Expenditure under the Finance Ministry. Any scheme Q.152) Who has been appointed as the head of Search and Assistant of
that has already been approved for the current financial year, including Google?
those schemes for which in-principle approval has been given, will remain (1) Nivedita Sharma
suspended till March 31, 2021 or further orders. (2) Sundar Pichai
(3) Ben Gomes
Q.146) Several lawmakers from around the world have formed an Inter- (4) Prabhakar Raghavan
Parliamentary Alliance to counter which nation? Correct Answer - (4) Prabhakar Raghavan
(1) United States Explanation:
(2) Iran Google has announced that it has appointed Prabhakar Raghavan as the
(3) China head of Search and Assistant.
(4) Israel
Correct Answer - (3) China Q.153) Which state governemtn has launched "Raj Kaushal Portal" and
Explanation: "Online Shramik Employment Exchange"?
Senior lawmakers from eight countries including the US and UK have come (1) Punjab
together to form a new Inter-Parliamentary Alliance to counter China (2) Rajasthan
(IPAC). The alliance aims to counter China’s growing threat to global trade, (3) Bihar
human rights and security. (4) Uttar Pradesh
Q.147) Who were named the Womens Super League champions 2020? Explanation:
(1) Chelsea "Raj Kaushal Portal" and "Online Shramik Employment Exchange" has been
(2) The Blues launched by the Rajasthan Goverment. The portal has been developed by
(3) Aston Villa the department of Information and Technology (IT) and Rajasthan Skill &
(4) Manchester City Livelihoods Development Corporation (RSLDC). The "Raj Kaushal Portal"
Correct Answer - (1) Chelsea aims to improve availability of opportunities for the migrated workers and
Explanation: hence acts as a bridge between industry and labourers.
Chelsea FC Women were named the Womens Super League champions
overtaking Manchester City on a points-per-game record, following the Q.154) A massive fire erupted in an well located in which among the
termination of the 2019/20 season last month. following states?
(1) Tripura
(2) Assam

(3) Tamil Nadu (2) China

(4) Andhra Pradesh (3) Japan
Correct Answer - (2) Assam (4) US
Explanation: Correct Answer - (1) South Korea
A massive fire erupted at a leaking natural-gas well in Assam’s Tinsukia Explanation:
district on June 8, 2020. The oil well, part of Baghjan oil fields, is owned by North Korea has said that it is cutting communication hotlines with South
Oil India Limited (OIL). The oil well has reportedly been leaking gas since Korea. At least 49 hotlines have been set up between the two nations for
the last 14 days after it suffered damage following a blowout on May 27. diplomatic talks, discussions over economy and military operations and for
coordination of air and sea traffic.
Q.155) Which company has signed the United Nations Global Compact’s
(UNGC) initiative to reduce the CO2 emissions? Q.161) Which among the following awards has been cancelled for 2020
(1) TCS due to COVID-19?
(2) Tech Mahindra (1) Ramon Magsaysay awards
(3) CTS (2) Nobel Prize
(4) L&T (3) National Awards
Correct Answer - (2) Tech Mahindra (4) Academy Awards
Explanation: Correct Answer - (1) Ramon Magsaysay awards
Tech Mahindra Ltd, an IT subsidiary of the Mahindra Group has joined 155 Explanation:
global companies by inking a joint declaration with United Nations (UN) Ramon Magsaysay awards, known as Asia’s version of the Nobel Prize, have
Global Compact urging governments to align their COVID-19 recovery been cancelled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Manila-based
efforts with the latest climate science. foundation issued a statement on June 9, 2020 saying that it has no choice
but to cancel the 2020 awards with COVID-19 almost immobilizing the
Q.156) Who has been appointed as chairperson of the British Academy of world.
Film and Television Arts?
(1) Alok Sharma Q.162) Who has honored with “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal”
(2) Rishi Sunak recently?
(3) Priti Patel (1) Rajiv Kumar
(4) Krishnendu Majumdar (2) VK Paul
Correct Answer - (4) Krishnendu Majumdar (3) C K Naidu
Explanation: (4) Renjith Kumar
The British Academy of Film and Television Arts(BAFTA) appointed Emmy- Correct Answer - (4) Renjith Kumar
winning television producer of 'Hoff The Record' Krishnendu Majumdar as Explanation:
its chairperson for the next 3 years. He becomes the 1st Indian origin Chair Renjith Kumar, Engineer from Kerala and Indian Entrepreneur based in
from the United Kingdom in its 73 year-long history & is also the youngest Virginia is honoured with NASA’s highest form of recognition for a non-
chair in 35 years. He succeeds Pippa Harris who will continue as a deputy governmental individual “NASA Distinguished Public Service Medal” for his
chairperson. service to NASA through executive leadership, engineering contribution,
technical excellence and customer satisfaction.
Q.157) Name the company which has launched ‘Sodar’ app to help people
maintain social distancing. Q.163) Which planet’s moon is drifting away faster than expected?
(1) IBM (1) Earth
(2) Microsoft (2) Jupiter
(3) Facebook (3) Saturn
(4) Google (4) Neptune
Correct Answer - (4) Google Correct Answer - (3) Saturn
Google is trying to do its bit in helping people maintain their social Saturn’s moon Titan has been moving away faster than previously
distance. The tech giant has launched a new app that will help people understood, about 4 inches (11 centimeters) every year, as per data
maintain distance in real life using augmented reality. The app has been discovered from NASA’s Cassini spacecraft. Earth’s moon has also been
developed under Experiments with Google and is not available on the drifting away a tiny bit more each year similar to other moons of other
Google Play Store but can be side-loaded separately. The app called planets.
‘Sodar’.
Q.164) The BS-VI compliant vehicles will display which colour sticker
Q.158) Which cricketer has been signed up as brand ambassador of IIFL providing registration details?
Finance? (1) Green
(1) Rohit Sharma (2) Blue
(2) Virat Kohli (3) yellow
(3) MS Dhoni (4) Pink
(4) Shikhar Dhawan Correct Answer - (1) Green
Correct Answer - (1) Rohit Sharma Explanation:
Explanation: The Government has mandated a one cm green sticker, providing
Non-Banking finance company, IIFL Finance has signed up cricketer Rohit registration details, in all BS-VI compliant motor vehicles. The order will
Sharma as its brand ambassador. come into force from October 1, 2020.
Q.159) Name the world’s 1st ‘Internet-controlled’ robot which was Q.165) When will Solar Eclipse 2020 take place?
specially designed for COVID-19 hospitals. (1) June 15th
(1) M-Bot (2) June 22nd
(2) Mobot (3) June 21st
(3) I-Bot (4) June 27th
(4) Coro-bot Correct Answer - (3) June 21st
Correct Answer - (4) Coro-bot Explanation:
Explanation: Annual solar eclipse will be visible on June 21, 2020. The solar eclipse takes
A 23-year old Thane engineer, Pratik Tirodkar, founder of a start-up PNT place when the moon passes from between the earth and the sun. The
Solutions, Dombivali developed the world’s 1st ‘Internet-controlled’ robot eclipse will occur on the longest day of the year, for almost 6 hours and will
named ‘Coro-bot’ to address the needs of the hospitals treating COVID-19 be visible from many parts of Northern India.
patients. It is deployed for the 1st time in Holy Cross Hospital, Kalyan,
Maharashtra. Q.166) Who is the brand ambassador of Gargo International?
(1) Amitabh Bachchan
Q.160) North Korea has cut off its hotlines with which nation? (2) Sonu Sood
(1) South Korea (3) Salman Khan

(4) Ranveer Singh Q.172) Who has emerged as the richest man in the world as per the latest
Correct Answer - (2) Sonu Sood ranking of Bloomberg Billionaires Index released on 9 June 2020?
Explanation: (1) Bernard Arnault
The Gargo International, the delhi based lubricant company under the RG (2) Jeff Bezos
group praised Sonu Sood for his support works for the migrants and went (3) Bill Gates
live with their TVC starring Sonu Sood. (4) Mark Zuckerberg
Q.167) What is India’s rank in Deep Knowledge Group’s safest country in Explanation:
the world from COVID- 19? The Bloomberg Billionaires Index is a daily ranking of the world’s richest
(1) 56 people. The latest ranking was released on 9 June 2020. Amazon CEO Jeff
(2) 72 Bezos has emerged as the richest person in the world with a total net
(3) 189 worth of $150 billion after he added almost $35 billion to his net worth so
(4) 121 far this year. Bill Gates is the second richest person having total net worth
Correct Answer - (1) 56 of $115 billion
Explanation:
As per the report of Deep Knowledge Group’s safest country in the world Q.173) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest Bloomberg
from COVID- 19, India ranked 56th position in a list of 200 countries, while Billionaires Index 2020?
Switzerland has been found to be the safest place on earth from the (1) 9
ongoing covid-19 pandemic followed by Germany and Israel. while South (2) 21
Sudan was ranked at 200th position. (3) 17
(4) 12
Q.168) Name the airborne rescue pod designed and developed by Indian Correct Answer - (4) 12
Air Force for the coronavirus patients? Explanation:
(1) ARPIT India’s Mukesh Ambani is the 12th richest person in the world. The total
(2) AYUSH net worth of Ambani is 57.2 billion.
(3) AKASH
(4) AMRIT Q.174) Which of the following state has inaugurated “Plant Health Clinic”
Correct Answer - (1) ARPIT at the Directorate of Horticulture and Soil Conservation?
Explanation: (1) Nagaland
The Indian Air Force has designed, developed and inducted a unique pod (2) Tripura
called ARPIT. ARPIT stands for Airborne Rescue Pod for Isolated (3) Manipur
Transportation. It will be utilised for the evacuation of critical patients with (4) Assam
infectious diseases including COVID-19 from high altitude areas, isolated Correct Answer - (3) Manipur
and remote places. This indigenously designed system has been developed Explanation:
at a cost of Rs 60,000. Chief Minister of Manipur N. Biren Singh has inaugurated “Plant Health
Clinic” at the Directorate of Horticulture and Soil Conservation, Imphal. The
Q.169) Which State Government inaugurated Rozgar Setu Portal? aim to open the clinic is to boost the economic growth of Manipur through
(1) Maharashtra agriculture and horticulture. Along with the clinic, the Chief Minister also
(2) Gujarat launched a mobile soil testing laboratory van. The state government has
(3) Karnataka decided to give more emphasis on agriculture and horticulture sectors in
(4) Madhya Pradesh this hour of the pandemic COVID-19. The initiative taken up by the
Correct Answer - (4) Madhya Pradesh department to set up such a plant clinic will provide plant health diagnostic
Explanation: services to farmers.
In an effort aimed at providing employment to migrant workers, Madhya
Pradesh on Wednesday launched the Rozgar Setu portal that will provide Q.175) Which among these is the world’s most expensive city for
employment to labourers as per their skills and efficiency. expatriates in terms of cost of living as per the Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost of
Living Survey’?
Q.170) Who among the following has been named as EY World (1) Tokyo
Entrepreneur Of The Year 2020. (2) New York
(1) Savitri Jindal (3) Hong Kong
(2) Roshni Nadar (4) Singapore
(3) Gautam Adani Correct Answer - (3) Hong Kong
(4) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw Overall, the list is topped by Hong Kong as the most expensive city in the
Explanation: world for expatriates in terms of cost of living. Ashgabat (Turkmenistan),
Executive Chairperson of Biocon Ltd, Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw has been Tokyo (Japan) and Zurich (Switzerland) and Singapore are the top 5 cities
named EY World Entrepreneur Of The Year 2020. She was picked from in the ranking.On the other hand, Tunis in Tunisia, Windhoek (Namibia),
among 46 award winners from 41 countries and territories vying for the Tashkent (Uzbekistan), Bishkek (Kyrgyzstan) and Karachi (Pakistan) are the
world title. She is the first woman entrepreneur from India and the third least expensive cities in the world.
Indian to win the title in the award’s 20-year history. Kiran is also only the
second woman worldwide to hold this title, after Olivia Lum of Hyflux Q.176) Name the city in India which is the most expensive for expatriates in
Limited, Singapore, who won the award in 2011. Uday Kotak of Kotak terms of cost of living, according to Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost of Living Survey’?
Mahindra Bank (2014) and N R Narayana Murthy, co-founder of Infosys Ltd, (1) New Delhi
(2005) are the other winners from India. (2) Mumbai
(3) Bengaluru
Q.171) Who chairs the committee which was constituted by Ministry of (4) Chennai
Home Affairs for the welfare of the freedom fighters? Correct Answer - (2) Mumbai
(1) Kiren Rijiju Explanation:
(2) Jitendra Singh India’s financial capital Mumbai has emerged as the most expensive city in
(3) Kishan Reddy the country for expatriates in terms of cost of living, according to Mercer’s
(4) Shripad Yesso Naik ‘2020 Cost of Living Survey’ released on 9 June 2020. Globally, Mumbai is
Correct Answer - (3) Kishan Reddy the 60th most expensive city for expatriates, while it ranks 19th in
Explanation: Asia.Mumbai is followed by New Delhi (101 globally) and Chennai (143
MHA (Ministry of Home Affairs) reconstituted a new committee for the globally) as the most expensive city. Meanwhile, Bengaluru (171) and
welfare of the freedom fighters with the chairman G Kishan Reddy and 9 Kolkata (185) are the least expensive Indian cities in the rankings.
other “eminent freedom fighters” from across the country. Along with
Reddy, former Congress MLA from Gujarat Dinakar Bhai Desai, who took Q.177) The senior lawmakers from 8 democracies have formed an Inter
part in 1942 Quit India Movement is one among the 9-member panel. parliamentary alliance to counter which country?
(1) China

(2) Japan Q.183) Which among the following institutes has topped the Quacquarelli
(3) India Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2021?
(4) Russia (1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Correct Answer - (1) China (2) Harvard University
Explanation: (3) Stanford University
Senior lawmakers from eight democracies including the United States have (4) Oxford University
united to counter Communist China. Launched on June 5, Inter- Correct Answer - (1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Parliamentary Alliance on China (IPAC) is “an international cross-party Explanation:
group of legislators working towards reform on how democratic countries Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) of the United States has
approach China”. achieved the top spot. Stanford University, Harvard University, California
Institute of Technology and UK’s Oxford University took the first 5 positions
Q.178) World Bank has projected the Indian economy to grow at respectively.
___________ percent in FY21
(1) -1.1% Q.184) Which institution has topped the overall list of educational
(2) -4.9% institutions in the NIRF India Rankings 2020?
(3) -5% (1) IIT Delhi
(4) -3.2% (2) IIT Madras
Correct Answer - (4) -3.2% (3) IIT Bengaluru
Explanation: (4) IIT Bombay
The World Bank has projected India’s economy to contract 3.2% in the Correct Answer - (2) IIT Madras
fiscal FY21, in its latest Global Economic Prospects report, released on 8 Explanation:
June 2020. However, the Washington-based multilateral lender expects the Union HRD Minister, Ramesh Pokhriyal ‘Nishank’, released “India Rankings
Indian economy to recover to grow at 3.1% in the financial year 2021-22. 2020” (NIRF) of Institutions of Higher Education in various categories on
June 11, 2020. The Indian Institute of Technology Madras topped the
Q.179) What is India’s GDP growth projection for 2020-21 according to S&P overall list of educational institutions as well as the list of top Engineering
Global Ratings? institutes.
(1) -5%
(2) -3% Q.185) What is India's rank according to the biennial Environment
(3) -2.5% Performance Index 2020 released jointly by Yale University and Columbia
(4) -4.10% University?
Correct Answer - (1) -5% (1) 138
Explanation: (2) 168
S&P Global Ratings has projected Indian economy to shrink 5 percent in the (3) 158
current fiscal, i.e. 2020-21. The agency has also estimated the growth to (4) 148
rebound to 8.5 percent in 2021-22 and 6.5 percent in 2022-23. Correct Answer - (2) 168
Explanation:
Q.180) Pierre Nkurunziza who passed away recently was the President of According to the biennial Environment Performance Index 2020 released
which country? jointly by Yale University and Columbia University, India has ranked 168 out
(1) Turkey of 180 countries with a score of 27.6 out of 100. While the Denmark has
(2) Burundi been topped the list with a score of 82.5. In EPI 2018, India's rank was 177
(3) Rwanda with a score of 30.57 out of 100.
(4) Ethiopia
Correct Answer - (2) Burundi Q.186) Government has formed a nine member panel to look into the
Explanation: welfare of freedom fighters. Who is the head of this panel?
The President of the Republic of Burundi, Pierre Nkurunziza has passed (1) Amit Shah
away after suffering a cardiac arrest. He was 55. After being in power for (2) Rajnath Singh
15 years, Mr Nkurunziza was due to step down in August. (3) Ajay Bhusan Prasad Pandey
(4) G Kishan Reddy
Q.181) Name the first US based company to hit the market capitalization of Correct Answer - (4) G Kishan Reddy
$1.5 trillion? Explanation:
(1) Amazon The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has reconstituted a committee to look
(2) Apple into the welfare of freedom fighters. The nine member panel will be
(3) Google chaired by the minister of state for home affairs G Kishan Reddy.
(4) Microsoft
Correct Answer - (2) Apple Q.187) Which company has bagged the world's largest solar bid of USD 6
Explanation: billion?
On 10 June 2020, US based tech-giant Apple Inc’s market capitalization (1) Luminous Energy Ltd
surpassed $1.5 trillion, making it the first U.S. company to reach that mark. (2) Tata Solar Energy Ltd
Market capitalization is the share price multiplied by the number of (3) Loom Solar Energy Ltd
outstanding shares of the company’s stock, yielding the company’s overall (4) Adani Green Energy Ltd
stock market value. Correct Answer - (4) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Explanation:
Q.182) Which Indian institute is the top ranking Indian educational Adani Green Energy Ltd has bagged the world's largest solar bid of USD 6
institution in the (QS) World University Rankings 2021? billion. Under this project, the group will build a 8,000 MW photovoltaic
(1) Indian Institute of Science (PV) power plant and will also set up a 2,000 MW domestic solar panel.
(2) IIT Bombay
(3) IIT Delhi Q.188) When are Sri Lankan Parliamentary Elections supposed to take
(4) IIT Madras place?
Correct Answer - (2) IIT Bombay (1) August 5th
Explanation: (2) July 15th
None of the Indian institutions have featured in the Quacquarelli Symonds (3) June 30th
(QS) World University Rankings 2021. Only three educational institutes (4) September 25th
from India managed to find place in the top 200 list of the ranking which Correct Answer - (1) August 5th
includes 1000 universities. These are Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Explanation:
Bombay, Indian Institute of Science (IISC) and IIT Delhi. IIT Bombay grabbed The Sri Lankan Parliamentary elections have been scheduled for August 5,
the top spot among Indian institutes with global rank of 172 followed by 2020. The date of the elections has been postponed twice previously due
IISc, Bengaluru (185) and IIT Delhi (193). to the COVID-19 pandemic. The parliamentary elections were initially
supposed to be held on April 25 but it had to be postponed due to the
coronavirus outbreak.

Q.194) Which among the following nations has decided to reopen all public
Q.189) Name of the state which has started Street Vendor Registration schools under four stages?
Portal and “Mukhyamantri Shahri Path Vyavsayi Utthan Yojana”? (1) Pakistan
(1) West Bengal (2) India
(2) Rajasthan (3) Nepal
(3) Gujarat (4) Sri Lanka
(4) Madhya Pradesh Correct Answer - (4) Sri Lanka
Correct Answer – (4) Madhya Pradesh Explanation:
Explanation: Sri Lankan Government has decided to reopen all public schools under four
Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shivraj Singh Chouhan has started stages starting from the end of June, as the country gradually attempts to
Street Vendor Registration Portal http://www.mpurban.gov.in/ and return to normalcy with no community COVID infections reported for over
“Mukhyamantri Shahri Path Vyavsayi Utthan Yojana” and transferred Rs a month.
300 crore to urban local bodies. Prime Minister Narendra Modi for starting
Pradhan Mantri Path Vikreta Aatmanirbhar Nidhi Karyakram along with this Q.195) Who was awarded the prestigious 2020 World Food Prize?
Shehri Path Vyavasayi Utthan Yojana will commence in order to benefit the (1) Dr. A. K. Patra
state’s urban businessmen under which small businessmen or vendors will (2) Dr. Rattan Lal
be given Rs 10,000 in the form of working capital. The current COVID-19 (3) Dr. Johan Bouma
situation, for development purposes, the Government has provided Rs (4) Dr. I. Sekar
1,555 crore to 22,800 Gram Panchayats. Correct Answer - (2) Dr. Rattan Lal
Explanation:
Q.190) The state government of Uttarakhand has recently opened its Indian-American soil scientist Dr. Rattan Lal has won the prestigious 2020
biggest biodiversity park in which of these areas? World Food Prize, which is considered to be equivalent to a Nobel Prize in
(1) Dehradun the field of agriculture. The award recognized his contribution to increasing
(2) Haldwani the global food supply by helping small farmers improve the health of the
(3) Roorkee soil. The award also highlights the importance of managing & restoring soil
(4) Pithoragarh health.
Correct Answer - (2) Haldwani
Explanation: Q.196) Which state government recently changed English names of 1,018
The Uttarakhand forest department has opened state’s biggest biodiversity places?
park in Haldwani on 5 June 2020, on the occasion of World Environment (1) TamilNadu
Day, to encourage conservation of flora, especially medicinal plants. The (2) Kerala
Uttarakhand Forest Research Wing Biodiversity Park is spread across 18 (3) Uttar Pradesh
acres and has 40 thematic sections with around 500 species of plants. (4) Assam
Correct Answer - (1) TamilNadu
Q.191) Which country lifted ban on the export of Hydroxychloroquine API Explanation:
and formulations on June 10? The Tamil Nadu government has issued a notification as per the
(1) India recommendation of an experts committee for changing the names of 1,018
(2) US places, including of many important places, in accordance with how they
(3) Japan are exactly pronounced in Tamil.
(4) Australia
Correct Answer - (1) India Q.197) Which state has ordered a lockdown on weekends and public
Explanation: holidays?
India lifted the ban imposed on the export of Hydroxychloroquine (HCQ) (1) Delhi
API as well as formulations on June 10, 2020. The Indian government had (2) Punjab
banned the export of the drug and its formulations in April after India (3) Odisha
approved its use for possible prevention against the COVID-19 virus. (4) Kerala
Q.192) Which State launched Meghasandesha App & Varunamitra web Explanation:
portal to provide real-time information and alerts on weather, rainfall, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has ordered lockdown on
flooding? public holidays and weekends. All citizens except for those workers in
(1) Madhya Pradesh essential service including medical staff will be required to apply for e-pass
(2) Karnataka for movement these days.
(3) Odisha
(4) West Bengal Q.198) Which state has launched the scheme ‘Panchvati Yojna’ for the
Correct Answer - (2) Karnataka senior citizens of rural areas of the state?
Explanation: (1) Rajasthan
Karnataka Revenue Minister R.Ashoka launched Meghasandesha App & (2) Uttarakhand
Varunamitra web portal to provide real-time information and alerts on (3) Himachal Pradesh
weather, rainfall, flooding in Bruhat Bengaluru Mahanagara Palike (4) Haryana
jurisdiction. These were developed by Karnataka State Natural Disaster Correct Answer - (3) Himachal Pradesh
Monitoring Centre, in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science Explanation:
under the project 'Urban Flood Model' for the city. The project is funded by The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh Jai Ram Thakur has launched a
the Department of Science and Technology, Government of India. scheme named ‘Panchvati Yojna’ for senior citizens of rural areas of the
State. Under the scheme, parks and gardens would be developed in every
Q.193) How much amount has been allocated by the government for the Development block with necessary facilities under MNREGA Scheme of
“Per Drop More Crop” component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Rural Development Department.
Yojana for the financial year 2020-21?
(1) Rs 2000 crore Q.199) Empays Payment Systems partenered with which company to
(2) Rs 4000 crore enable contact-free ATM cash withdrawals?
(3) Rs 5000 crore (1) Microsoft
(4) Rs 3000 crore (2) Rupay
Correct Answer - (2) Rs 4000 crore (3) Visa
Explanation: (4) Mastercard
The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare has announced an annual Correct Answer - (4) Mastercard
allotment of Rs 4,000 crore to the state governments for the “Per Drop Explanation:
More Crop” component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana for the Empays Payment Systems India Pvt Ltd, which built and runs the IMT
financial year 2020-21. The government has also created a Micro Irrigation Payment System, announced a partnership with Mastercard to enable
Fund corpus of Rs 5,000 crore with NABARD for states. contact-free ATM cash withdrawals in India. With thispartnership, Empays
will upgrade the basic technology behind the IMT Payment System to

incorporate the requirements of Mastercard Cardless ATM enabling a true Greece and Italy have signed an agreement demarcating their maritime
EMV-capable cash withdrawal transaction. boundaries, amid tension in the Mediterranean region over rights to
natural resources. The agreement signed on Tuesday in Athens tackled an
Q.200) India has asked which nation to not consider any asylum request by issue that had been pending for 40 years.
Vijay Mallya?
(1) UK Q.206) India has become the first country in the world to run double-stack
(2) Ireland containers train with high reach pantograph in high rise Over Head
(3) Spain Equipment (OHE) territory of which zone of the Indian Railways?
(4) Singapore (1) Western Railways
Correct Answer - (1) UK (2) Central Railways
Explanation: (3) Northern Railways
India has asked the UK government to not consider any request for asylum (4) Eastern Railways
made by fugitive businessman Vijay Mallya. India stated that there are no Correct Answer - (1) Western Railways
grounds for the fugitive businessman to be persecuted back home as Explanation:
alleged by him in his plea. The news came after a British High Commission The Indian Railways has created a world record by commissioning the first
spokesperson said that a legal issue remains to be resolved before Mallya high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) and successfully running double-
could be extradited to India. stack containers train, in the electrified sections of the Western Railway
zone. The feat was achieved when the double-stack train commenced from
Q.201) Which state/UT government has renamed Environment ministry as Palanpur to Botad stations in Gujarat on 10 June 2020. This achievement
‘Environment and Climate change’ ministry in June 2020? has made Indian Railways as the first Railways in the world to run double-
(1) Maharashtra stack container train with high reach pantograph in high rise OHE territory.
(2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Haryana Q.207) Shobha Sekhar who received “Order of Australia” medal is a
(4) Odisha renowned _______.
Correct Answer - (1) Maharashtra (1) Actor
Explanation: (2) Lawyer
On the occasion of World Environment Day (June 05, 2020), the (3) Banker
Maharashtra cabinet chaired by its Chief Minister (CM) Uddhav Bal (4) Musician
Thackeray has approved a proposal to rename the state’s Environment Correct Answer - (4) Musician
Ministry as ‘Environment and Climate Change Ministry’ with the aim to Explanation:
play an active role in climate change mitigation. Indian Musician Shobha Sekhar, the founder of Kalakruthi a music
organisation in Australia receives the Medal of the Order of Australia
Q.202) Which company has partnered with National Skill Development (OAM) in the Queen’s Birthday 2020 for her service to Indian music and
Corporation (NSDC) to provide its training partners access to digital skilling dance.
tools?
(1) Microsoft Q.208) Which country’s economy shrunk by record 20.4 percent in April?
(2) Wipro (1) Spain
(3) Infosys (2) US
(4) TCS (3) Italy
Correct Answer - (4) TCS (4) UK
Explanation: Correct Answer - (4) UK
TCS iON, a strategic unit of Tata Consultancy Services said it has partnered Explanation:
with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) to provide its The United Kingdom’s economy shrank by record 20.4 percent in April,
training partners access to digital skilling tools using TCS’ iON Digital Glass amid strict lockdown to combat COVID-19, revealed official data on June
Room. 12, 2020. The record slump in the economy is likely to be the low point
before a long and slow recovery, as Britain readies to open up its economy.
Q.203) Which state government implemented ‘Food forest’ project in tribal
belts of the state recently? Q.209) Ukraine’s sports star Oleksandr Gvozdyk has recently announced his
(1) Maharashtra retirement from which of these sports?
(2) Madhya Pradesh (1) Tennis
(3) Haryana (2) Boxing
(4) Kerala (3) Volleyball
Correct Answer - (4) Kerala (4) Formula Racing
Explanation: Correct Answer - (2) Boxing
On this World environment day, Kerala’s first ‘food forest’ is being Explanation:
prepared at tribal belts of Attapady in Palakkad district. Former WBC light heavyweight champion Oleksandr Gvozdyk has
announced his retirement from boxing. During his professional career,
Q.204) Which state has launched a state-level sample collection campaign? Gvozdyk had 17 fights: 16 wins in a row before losing the WBC title to Artur
(1) Delhi Beterbiev in October last year.
(2) Punjab
(3) Haryana Q.210) What is the theme of this year’s World Accreditation Day?
(4) Uttar Pradesh (1) Accreditation: Improving Food Safety
Correct Answer - (4) Uttar Pradesh (2) Accreditation Adds value to supply chains
Explanation: (3) Accreditation delivers a safe world
The Uttar Pradesh government launched a state-level sample collection (4) Delivering confidence in construction and the built environment
campaign on June 12, 2020 to find out the level of corona infection among Correct Answer - (1) Accreditation: Improving Food Safety
the different sections of society. Under the one-week campaign, various Explanation:
clusters of the society will be tested including delivery boys, newspaper Every year, 9 June marks World Accreditation Day as a global initiative,
vendors and other daily workers. jointly established by the International Accreditation Forum (IAF) and the
International Laboratory Accreditation Cooperation (ILAC), to raise
Q.205) Which country has signed agreement with Italy to demarcate awareness of the importance of accreditation.The theme for WAD 2020 is
maritime boundaries? “Accreditation: Improving Food Safety”.
(1) Greece
(2) Bosnia Q.211) What is the India's rank according to the FIFA?
(3) Croatia (1) 98
(4) Turkey (2) 102
Correct Answer - (1) Greece (3) 108
Explanation: (4) 128

Explanation: 2020. Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta replaced Vice Admiral SN Ghormade,
According to the FIFA (Federation Internationale de Football Association) the outgoing Chief of Staff, has proceeded on transfer as Controller
world Ranking released on June 11, 2020, India has retained the 108th spot Personnel Services at Integrated Headquarters, Ministry of Defence (Navy),
with 1187 points as international football has been suspended since March New Delhi.
due to the Covid- 19. Belgium tops the ranking followed by France and
Brazil. Qatar is the host country of FIFA World Cup 2022. Q.218) According to the "Poonam Avlokkan" survey the population of the
Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to
Q.212) Which state inaugurated its biggest biodiversity park recently? approximately how much percent?
(1) Himachal Pradesh (1) 32%
(2) Uttarakhand (2) 29%
(3) Uttar Pradesh (3) 22%
(4) Punjab (4) 39%
Correct Answer - (2) Uttarakhand Correct Answer - (2) 29%
Uttarakhand forest department opened the first biodiversity park in According to the "Poonam Avlokkan" survey the population of the Asiatic
Haldwani, which is the state’s biggest, on World Environment Day. lion at the Gir sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a commendable rise to
approximately 29% (28.87%) from 27% in 2015 i.e their population went
Q.213) Name the first ever state in the country to receive ISO Certification from 523 in 2015 to 674 in 2020. Subsequently the distribution area of the
for the state owned tribal hostel? lions was also increased to 36% from 22,000sq Km in 2015 to 30,000 sq Km
(1) Bihar in 2020.
(3) Odisha Q.219) The STREE Scheme has been launched in which city to support and
(4) West Bengal empower women against domestic violence and abuse?
Correct Answer - (3) Odisha (1) Pune
Explanation: (2) Mumbai
Odisha has become the first state in the country where ISO Certification (3) Chennai
has been given to its tribal hostels. A comprehensive assessment and (4) Hyderabad
evaluation of all hostels under ST & SC Welfare Department were Correct Answer - (4) Hyderabad
conducted with the help of Quality Control of India to improve the Explanation:
standard and quality of the hostels. With the objective to support and empower women against domestic
violence and abuse, the Hyderabad City Security Council (HCSC) in
Q.214) Which state government launched Jagananna Chedodu’ scheme for association with Hyderabad City Police has launched an initiative named
tailors, barbers and washermen? ‘STREE’. The name STREE denotes: “She Triumphs through Respect,
(1) Odisha Equality, and Empowerment”.
(2) Telangana
(3) Sikkim Q.220) According to Mercer 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020 what is
(4) Andhra Pradesh Mumbai rank in most expensive city globally?
Correct Answer - (4) Andhra Pradesh (1) 50
Explanation: (2) 60
Andhra Pradesh government on Wednesday launched ‘Jagananna (3) 70
Chedodu’- a financial scheme to provide assistance to the tailors, barbers (4) 80
and washermen. Correct Answer - (2) 60
Explanation:
Q.215) In which city, Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle Complex was Mercer released its 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey 2020. From India,
inaugurated? Mumbai city has been ranked 60th most expensive city globally and also
(1) Vishakapatnam 19th in Asia. Mumbai is the only Indian city ranked in the top 100.
(2) Bengaluru Hongkong tops the list globally.
(3) Rajkot
(4) Gandhinagar Q.221) Which State's CM announced the phase 2 and phase 3 of the
Correct Answer - (1) Vishakapatnam Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation scheme to fill 115 dams with
Explanation: Narmada water by August 15,2020 and March ,2021?
The Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) Complex was inaugurated (1) Chattisgarh
at Visakhapatnam by Vice Admiral Atul Kumar Jain, PVSM, AVSM, VSM Flag (2) Maharashtra
Officer Commanding in Chief ENC. The DSRV Complex is designed to (3) Gujarat
accommodate the newly inducted Submarine Rescue System with state of (4) Madhya Pradesh
the art facilities to store the DSRV assets in a Rescue-Ready state. Correct Answer - (3) Gujarat
Explanation:
Q.216) Which state becomes country’s top wheat procurer by pumping Rs Vijay Rupani Gujarat Chief Minister , announced the phase 2 and phase 3 of
25,000 crore into its rural economy? the Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation scheme to fill 115 dams with
(1) Sikkim Narmada water by August 15,2020 and March ,2021 in
(2) Assam GandhiNagar,Gujarat. The SAUNI yojana is a multipurpose project designed
(3) Uttar Pradesh to provide irrigation and drinking water in the Saurashtra regions.
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer - (4) Madhya Pradesh Q.222) Who is the head of the seven-member ‘Empowered Group of
Explanation: Secretaries (EGoS)’ formed by the GoI for attracting investments in the
Madhya Pradesh is set to pump in around Rs 25,000 crore into its rural country?
economy by the time its all-time high wheat procurement draws to a close. (1) Finance Minister
This has made the state the country’s largest wheat purchaser in 2020-21. (2) Cabinet Secretary
(3) Home Minister
Q.217) Who assumed the charge as Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval Command, (4) Home Secretary
Visakhapatnam on 12 June 2020? Correct Answer - (2) Cabinet Secretary
(1) Ravneet Singh Explanation:
(2) Atul Kumar Jain The Union Government has constituted a seven-member ‘Empowered
(3) Ajit Kumar Group of Secretaries (EGoS)’, headed by Cabinet Secretary, for attracting
(4) Biswajit Dasgupta investments in India. Rajiv Gauba is the current Cabinet Secretary of India.
Correct Answer - (4) Biswajit Dasgupta The initiative will reinforce India’s vision of becoming a US$ 5 trillion
Explanation: economy by 2024-25.
Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, AVSM, YSM, VSM assumed the charge as
Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval Command (ENC), Visakhapatnam on 12 June

Q.223) The Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana has been launched by which state to Correct Answer - (3) 4 years
encourage school education for the child workers below 18 years? Explanation:
(1) Uttar Pradesh Asian Championship gold medalist Gomathi Marimuthu has been banned
(2) Rajasthan from running for four years by the Athletics Integrity Unit (AIU) on June 12,
(3) Pnjab 2020 for doping. She had won gold in the women's 800 m race at the 2019
(4) Maharashtra Asian Athletics Championships held in Doha, Qatar.
Explanation: Q.229) When will be Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral meeting take place?
Uttar Pradesh government, under Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath (1) June 22nd
inaugurated Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana [Child Labor Education Scheme (2) June 21st
(BSBY) via video conferencing on June 12, on the occasion of World Day (3) June 25th
Against Child Labour. The scheme is meant to provide school education to (4) June 24th
child labourers, orphans and children of workers in the age group of 8 to 18 Correct Answer - (1) June 22nd
years. Explanation:
Indian External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar is scheduled to meet his
Q.224) Which state has banned online classes from LKG to V and warned Chinese counterpart Wang Yi at a virtual Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral
against increasing fees? meeting on June 22, 2020. This meeting comes amid rising tensions
(1) Tamil Nadu between India and China over border stand-off along the LAC.
(2) Karnataka
(3) Gujarat Q.230) Which state produced the highest amount of wheat in current year?
(4) Uttar Pradesh (1) Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer - (2) Karnataka (2) Haryana
Explanation: (3) Punjab
Karnataka bans online classes from LKG to V; warns against increasing fees. (4) Uttar Pradesh
Minister for primary and secondary education S Suresh Kumar on 10th June Correct Answer - (1) Madhya Pradesh
said that online classes cannot be held for the kids from LKG to class V. He Explanation:
also said that the strict action will be taken against the schools charging Rural economy of the Madhya Pradesh was inducted with Rs 25,000 crore
extra fees in the name of online classes. “Education department has as the state government procured large amount of wheat from its farmers
decided after taking suggestions from senior educational experts, as a result MP becomes India's largest wheat procurer for the year 20-21
physiatrists, private schools association representatives that online classes surpassing Punjab. MP also produced the highest amount of wheat this
for students from LKG to class V should not be held. year about 30 million tonnes.
Q.225) CAPTAIN ARJUN is a robotic device launched by the Railway Q.231) FebriEye is an Artificial Intelligence-based thermal screening system
Protection Force of Central Railway in which city for the screening of launched by the railways in which city to scan passengers for COVID-19
passengers boarding the trains? symptoms?
(1) Pune (1) Hyderabad
(2) Mumbai (2) Mumbai
(3) Nagpur (3) Ahmedabad
(4) Bhopal (4) Pune
Correct Answer - (1) Pune Correct Answer - (2) Mumbai
Railway Protection Force of Central Railway, Pune division, has launched a The Central Railway zone of the Indian Railways has launched a body-
unique robot named ”CAPTAIN ARJUN”, for the screening of passengers for screening facility “FebriEye thermal cameras” at Chhatrapati Shivaji
COVID-19 infection while they board trains as well as keep a watch on anti- Maharaj Terminus and Lokmanya Tilak Terminus in Mumbai, Maharashtra,
social elements. With this, the Central Railway has added another feather to scan passengers for COVID-19 symptoms and ensure contactless entry.
in its cap. ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ stands for Always be Responsible and Just Use FebriEye is an Artificial Intelligence-based thermal screening system for
to be Nice. real-time and automated, non-intrusive monitoring of the passengers at
the entry point, to ensure that a person entering does not have a high
Q.226) Who became the first woman to reach the ocean’s deepest point? fever.
(1) Emma Watson
(2) Patricia Smith Q.232) As per Gujarat Forest Department,the number of Asiatic lions in the
(3) Suman Singh Gir forest region has increased by how much percent?
(4) Kathy Sullivan (1) 26%
Correct Answer - (4) Kathy Sullivan (2) 25%
Explanation: (3) 27%
The first American woman to walk in space has become the first woman to (4) 29%
reach the deepest known spot in the ocean. On Sunday, Kathy Sullivan, 68, Correct Answer - (4) 29%
an astronaut and oceanographer, emerged from her 35,810-foot dive to Explanation:
the Challenger Deep, according to EYOS Expeditions, a company The number of Asiatic lions in the Gir forest region has increased by 29 per
coordinating the logistics of the mission. cent to 674, the Gujarat forest department.
Q.227) Starlink internet satellite belongs to which company? Q.233) Find the person who was appointed as the brand ambassador of
(1) NASA Bihar’s Khadi.
(2) SpaceX (1) Pankaj Tripathi
(3) Blue Origin (2) Anupam Kher
(4) ISRO (3) Boman Irani
Correct Answer - (2) SpaceX (4) Om Puri
Explanation: Correct Answer - (1) Pankaj Tripathi
On 13 June 2020, the private spaceflight company, SpaceX successfully Explanation:
launched its latest batch of 58 Starlink internet satellites into the orbit, in a Pankaj Tripathi, Bollywood Actor, was appointed as the brand ambassador
rideshare mission. With this launch, the total number of operational of Bihar’s Khadi by the Government of Bihar. He will promote the usage of
Starlink broadband internet satellites on orbit comes to 538. Khadi product as well as the Patna’s Khadi Mall.
Q.228) Indian runner Gomathi Marimuthu has been banned from the sport Q.234) Which state has renamed its environment ministry as ‘Environment
for how many years for doping? and Climate Change Ministry’?
(1) 5 years (1) Telangana
(2) 3 years (2) Maharashtra
(3) 4 years (3) Odisha
(4) 2 years (4) Assam

Correct Answer - (2) Maharashtra The theme for the Blood donor day 2020 is ‘Safe Blood Saves Lives’. It
Explanation: would be promoted with the slogan ‘Give blood and make the world a
A week after being hit by Cyclone Nisarga, Maharashtra has renamed its healthier place.’
Environment Ministry as Environment and Climate Change Ministry.
Q.241) Which state government has launched mobile App ‘Ghar Ghar
Q.235) Which bank has decided to completely digitise its lending Nigrani’?
operations? (1) Maharashtra
(1) Bank of Baroda (2) Telangana
(2) Punjab National Bank (3) Punjab
(3) Canara Bank (4) Andhra Pradesh
(4) State Bank of India Correct Answer - (3) Punjab
Correct Answer - (1) Bank of Baroda Explanation:
Explanation: In a first-of-its-kind initiative aimed at checking the community spread of
Bank of Baroda, India’s third-largest lender has decided to completely Covid-19, Punjab Chief Minister Captain Amarinder Singh has launched a
digitise it’s lending operations including agriculture, home, MSME, auto mobile based app – ‘Ghar Ghar Nigrani’, to undertake house to house
and personal loans. The bank is looking to completely do away with paper- surveillance in the state till the elimination of the pandemic.
based lending. The bank is planning to set up its digital department within
two months. Q.242) Which city police has launched STREE’ programme for women?
(1) Kolkata
Q.236) Indian Railways settee up world record by running first Double (2) Chennai
Stack Container Train in electrified Territory in which state? (3) Lucknow
(1) Maharashtra (4) Hyderabad
(2) Gujarat Correct Answer - (4) Hyderabad
(3) Andhra Pradesh Explanation:
(4) Assam Hyderabad City Police in association with Hyderabad City Security Council
Correct Answer - (2) Gujarat (HCSC) has launched a program called “She Triumphs through Respect,
Explanation: Equality, and Empowerment” (STREE) to assist and empower women
Railways created a new world benchmark by successfully running first victims of domestic violence and abuse.
Double Stack Container Train in high rise Over Head Equipment (OHE)
electrified from Palanpur and Botad stations in Gujarat. Q.243) In which state, a new flood warning system ‘IFLOWS’ was launched?
(1) Assam
Q.237) Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June 14. (2) Maharashtra
Which among the following is his unreleased film? (3) Gujarat
(1) Welcome to New York (4) Kerala
(2) Raabta Correct Answer - (2) Maharashtra
(3) Sonchiriya Explanation:
(4) Dil Bechara Maharashtra Chief Minister Uddhav Thackeray inaugurated the new
Correct Answer - (4) Dil Bechara integrated flood warning system (IFLOWS) developed for Mumbai, calling it
Explanation: “boon” for the city.
Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput died at his home in Bandra, Mumbai
on June 14, 2020. The actor had made his entry into Bollywood with Kai Po Q.244) Which has become first construction sector organisation to go ‘fully
Che in 2013. His last work would be Mukesh Chhabra's 'Dil Bechara' digital’?
opposite Sanjana Sanghi, which is yet to be released. (1) Mphasis
(2) L&T
Q.238) 100 year old player Vasant Raiji was associated with which game? (3) DLF
(1) Hockey (4) NHAI
(2) Football Correct Answer - (4) NHAI
(3) Chess Explanation:
(4) Cricket In view of the novel coronavirus outbreak, the National Highways Authority
Correct Answer - (4) Cricket of India (NHAI) said it has gone fully digital with cloud-based ‘Data Lake
Explanation: Software’, becoming the first such construction sector organisation.
Vasant Raiji, the oldest first-class cricketer of India has recently passed
away. He was 100-year-old. The legendary cricketer Vasant Raiji celebrated Q.245) Which state/UT has prepared Poultry policy 2020 for the 1st time to
his 100th birthday on 26 January 2020. boost poultry production in the region?
(1) Assam
Q.239) International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) was observed every (2) Jammu & Kashmir
year on June 13. What is the theme for IAAD 2020? (3) Karnataka
(1) “Celebrate diversity; promote inclusion; protect our rights” (4) Puducherry
(2) “Advancing with renewed hope” Correct Answer - (2) Jammu & Kashmir
(3) “Made to Shine” Explanation:
(4) “Still Standing Strong” The Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) has prepared a J&K
Correct Answer - (3) “Made to Shine” Poultry Policy, 2020/Operational Guidelines for the first time to boost
Explanation: poultry production in the region.
13th June of every year is observed as the International Albinism
Awareness Day (IAAD) to create awareness about albinism and the human Q.246) Which country's parliament, passes bill to include India's territories
rights for the people with albinism. The United Nations General Assembly of Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh in its new map?
(UNGA) proclaimed June 13 as International Albinism Awareness Day in its (1) China
resolution in 2014 and celebrated it for the first time in 2015. The theme of (2) Bhutan
International Albinism Awareness Day 2020 is “Made to Shine”. (3) Nepal
(4) Bangladesh
Q.240) What is the theme of the World Blood Donor Day 2020? Correct Answer - (3) Nepal
(1) Do Share If U Care Explanation:
(2) Donate Blood Be Healthy Nepal's lower house of parliament, Pratinidhi Sabha, passes bill to include
(3) Safe Blood Saves Lives India's territories of Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh in Pithoragarh
(4) Blood Donation Healthy Idea district of Uttarakhand in its new map.
Correct Answer - (3) Safe Blood Saves Lives
Explanation: Q.247) Which portal was launched for the healthcare supply chain by the
government to serve manufacturers, suppliers and customers to effectively
deal with the Covid-19 pandemic?

(1) AarogyaPath Railway Protection Force, Pune has launched a Robotic ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’
(2) Aarogya Setu (Always be Responsible and Just Use to be Nice) to intensify the screening
(3) Aarogya Van and surveillance.
(4) Arogya Vayu
Correct Answer - (1) AarogyaPath Q.253) Which state government has launched Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana” to
Explanation: educate child labourers?
AarogyaPath, a web based solution for the healthcare supply chain was (1) Bihar
launched to serve manufacturers, suppliers and customers to effectively (2) Uttarakhand
deal with the Covid-19 pandemic. (3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Q.248) Which organisation has developed a sanitizing chamber named Correct Answer - (4) Uttar Pradesh
'GermiKlean' to sanitise uniforms of security forces? Explanation:
(1) DRDO Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister, Yogi Adityanath has launched ‘Bal Shramik
(2) CSIR Vidya Yojana’ to educate child labourers in the state.
(3) ICMR
(4) IIT Q.254) Who is the author of Lockdown Liaisons: Leaving and Other
Correct Answer - (1) DRDO Stories”?
Explanation: (1) Shobha De
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed a (2) Namrata Das
sanitizing chamber named 'GermiKlean' to sanitise uniforms of security (3) Anubhav Sinha
forces. The sanitizing chamber has been set up at Parliament Street Police (4) Anurag Sen
Station. Correct Answer - (1) Shobha De
Explanation:
Q.249) Who will head the committee that has been set up by RBI to review Celebrated author, columnist and publisher Shobhaa De released an e-
ownership, corporate structure of Private sector banks? book titled ‘Lockdown Liaisons’.
(1) P K Mohanty
(2) MK Singh Q.255) Who authored the biography of DadabhaiNaoroji titled “Naoroji
(3) Sanjay Rawat Pioneer of Indian Nationalism”?
(4) DP Singh Chaturvedi (1) Dinyar Patel
Correct Answer - (1) P K Mohanty (2) Romila Thapar
Explanation: (3) R. C. Majumdar
The Reserve Bank of India has constituted a five-member Internal Working (4) Jadunath Sarkar
Group to review the guidelines related to ownership, governance and Correct Answer - (1) Dinyar Patel
corporate structure of private sector banks. Explanation:
Historian Dinyar Patel’s biography of DadabhaiNaoroji, “Naoroji Pioneer of
Q.250) India has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Indian Nationalism” was published by the Harvard University Press in May
(GPAI) as its founding member. The Secretariat of GPAI will be based in? 2020.
(1) New York
(2) Singapore Q.256) Which nation was ranked first on the World Competitiveness Index?
(3) Paris (1) Denmark
(4) London (2) Netherlands
Correct Answer - (3) Paris (3) Singapore
Explanation: (4) Switzerland
On 15 June 2020, India joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Correct Answer - (3) Singapore
Intelligence (GPAI or Gee-Pay) as a founding member to support Explanation:
responsible and human-centric development and use of Artificial Singapore has topped the annual World Competitiveness Index, which
Intelligence (AI). With this, India has joined the group of leading nations comprises a total of 63 nations. Denmark was ranked second followed by
and economies like USA, the UK, EU, Australia, Canada, France, Germany, Switzerland in the third position and the Netherlands at the fourth place.
Italy, Japan, Mexico, New Zealand, Republic of Korea, and Singapore for
launch of GPAI. GPAI will be supported by a Secretariat, to be hosted by the Q.257) India has been ranked at which position on the annual World
Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) in Paris, Competitiveness Index?
as well as by two Centers of Expertise — one each in Montreal and Paris. (1) 54th
(2) 43rd
Q.251) Which among the following bodies have launched the ‘#VERIFIED’ (3) 37th
initiative to counter misinformation on the coronavirus? (4) 61st
(1) International Monetary Fund Correct Answer - (2) 43rd
(2) World Health Organisation Explanation:
(3) United Nations India has been ranked 43rd on an annual World Competitiveness Index,
(4) OECD which was compiled by Institute for Management Development (IMD).
Correct Answer - (3) United Nations Singapore topped the 63-nation ranking list. India’s rank remains low due
Explanation: to traditional weaknesses such as poor infrastructure and insufficient
India and 12 other countries have come together to lead United Nations education investment.
initiative ‘#VERIFIED’, which aims to counter misinformation on the
coronavirus by spreading fact-based content. The other countries are Q.258) An earthquake of 5.5 magnitude hit which Indian state on June 14?
Australia, Chile, France, Georgia, India, Indonesia, Latvia, Lebanon, (1) Haryana
Mauritius, Mexico, Norway, Senegal and South Africa. Apart from these 13 (2) Gujarat
nations, 132 other nations are endorsing the global call to fight the (3) Bihar
“infodemic” or manipulated information relating to the COVID-19 (4) Chattisgarh
pandemic. Correct Answer - (2) Gujarat
Explanation:
Q.252) In which city, Robotic ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ will be used to intensify An earthquake of 5.5 magnitude hit Gujarat on June 14. Tremors were felt
screening, surveillance? around 8 pm on Sunday evening. People rushed out of homes and
(1) NewDelhi collected on the streets. The epicentre of the quake was 118 km north-
(2) Chennai northwest of Rajkot. Tremors were felt in Kutch, Rajkot, Ahmedabad, Patan
(3) Kolkata etc.
(4) Pune
Correct Answer - (4) Pune Q.259) ‘Suraksha Salary Account’ has been launched by which bank for the
Explanation: employees of MSME sector?

(2) Airtel Payments Bank The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) announced that
(3) Jammu & Kashmir Bank Kathy Lueders will be its first female director of human spaceflight.
(4) Paytm Payments Bank
Correct Answer - (2) Airtel Payments Bank Q.266) Which nation joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence
Explanation: on June 15, 2020 as a founding member?
The Airtel Payments Bank has launched ‘Suraksha Salary Account’, (1) India
designed specifically for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME). (2) China
With Suraksha Salary Account, MSMEs and other organisations will be able (3) Russia
to make cashless payments and also provide a financial security blanket to (4) Malaysia
their employees. Correct Answer - (1) India
Explanation:
Q.260) The European Union’s antitrust authority has opened cases against India has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI) on
which tech giant? June 15, 2020 as a founding member. This multi-stakeholder international
(1) Apple partnership will promote responsible and human-centric development and
(2) Facebook the use of AI.
(3) Google
(4) Samsung Q.267) Who launched India’s first gas tradition platform- Indian Gas
Correct Answer - (1) Apple Exchange?
Explanation: (1) PM Narendra Modi
The European Union’s powerful antitrust authority opened a series of cases (2) Dharmendra Pradhan
against Apple on June 16, 2020 including one brought by Spotify alleging (3) Rajnath Singh
the tech giant makes unfair use of its app store. (4) Piyush Goyal
Correct Answer - (2) Dharmendra Pradhan
Q.261) Which Bank relaunched its Aadhaar-based instant digital savings Explanation:
account facility for customers? Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Dharmendra Pradhan on June
(1) SBI 16, 2020 launched the Indian Gas Exchange (IGX), which is India’s first
(2) IDBI nationwide online delivery-based gas trading platform.
(3) PNB
(4) BOB Q.268) Which country was the largest recipient of Foreign Direct
Correct Answer - (1) SBI Investments (FDI) in the year 2019?
The State Bank of India (SBI) relaunched its Aadhaar-based instant digital (2) United States
savings account facility for customers who want to open an online account (3) Russia
using the Yono platform. Yono is the lender’s integrated banking and (4) China
lifestyle platform. Correct Answer - (2) United States
Explanation:
Q.262) When will the 93rd Oscars be held? United States is the largest recipient of FDI in 2019 at $246 billion. China,
(1) April 2021 Singapore, Netherlands and Ireland are the top 5 largest recipient of FDI in
(2) March 2021 2019 respectively.
(3) May 2021
(4) December 2021 Q.269) India was ranked at which position among the world’s top FDI
Correct Answer - (1) April 2021 recipients in 2019, as per the UN?
Explanation: (1) 3rd
The Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Sciences and the ABC Television (2) 9th
Network on June 15 announced that the 93rd Oscars has been postponed (3) 10th
and will now be held on April 25, 2021. The prestigious Academy Award (4) 15th
was earlier scheduled to be held on February 28, 2021. Correct Answer - (2) 9th
Explanation:
Q.263) What is the target set by India to produce by 2022? India was the 9th largest recipient of FDI in 2019 and will continue to
(1) 175 GW attract investments, states the latest UN report. India received USD 51
(2) 200 GW billion in foreign investment in 2019, revealed UN Conference on Trade and
(3) 335 GW Development (UNCTAD) in its report.
(4) 450 GW
Correct Answer - (1) 175 GW Q.270) Dinu Randive was a renowned journalist and freedom fighter from
Explanation: which state of the country?
Wind energy is one of the fastest-growing in the energy sectors of India. (1) Odisha
The government of India has set an ambitious target of producing 450 GW (2) West Bengal
of renewable energy by 2030. India is currently working to meet the target (3) Maharashtra
of producing 175 GW of renewable energy by 2022. (4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.264) Who has been re-appointed as HDFC Bank Executive Director? Explanation:
(1) Kaizad Bharucha Senior journalist and freedom fighter from Maharashtra, Dinu Randive has
(2) Sonu Sharma passed away due to old age. He was 95. Randive played a key role in the
(3) Dinesh Raikwat struggle movement called Samyukta Maharashtra movement to carve out
(4) Sanjay Sinha Maharashtra state.
Correct Answer - (1) Kaizad Bharucha
Explanation: Q.271) Who will host and produce the 2020 Emmy Awards?
Private sector lender HDFC Bank said that the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) (1) Oprah Winfrey
has approved the re-appointment of Kaizad Bharucha as the executive (2) Ellen DeGeneres
director of the bank for a period of three years with effect from 13 June. (3) Jimmy Kimmel
(4) Jimmy Fallon
Q.265) Who became The First Ever Female Director Of Human Explorations Correct Answer - (3) Jimmy Kimmel
At NASA? Explanation:
(1) Kathy Lueders Popular American TV host Jimmy Kimmel will host the 2020 Emmy Awards.
(2) Patricia Ruber The awards are set to take place on September 20. It is yet unclear
(3) Emma Smith whether it will be virtual or live in-person amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
(4) Stephanie McMahon
Correct Answer - (1) Kathy Lueders Q.272) Which state has signed MoUs worth Rs 16000 crore with 12
Explanation: international firms?

(1) Telangana Cricketer Stephen Fleming announced Chef Angad Singh Rana as the
(2) Maharashtra winner of New Zealand’s first ‘Virtual’ Chef competition – the ‘Quality NZ
(3) Andhra Pradesh Culinary Cup’ held in India.
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (2) Maharashtra Q.278) Schizothorax sikusirumensis is a new species of fish, recently
Explanation: discoverd in which state of India?
The Maharashtra government has signed Memorandum of Understanding (1) Assam
(MoU) worth Rs 16000 crore with 12 international firms including three (2) Sikkim
Chinese companies. The investment from the three Chinese firms alone (3) Tripura
amounts to Rs 5000 crore. (4) Arunachal Pradesh
Correct Answer - (4) Arunachal Pradesh
Q.273) PM Narendra Modi interacted with how many state Chief Ministers Explanation:
on June 17, 2020? In Arunachal Pradesh, a new species of fish has been discovered from
(1) 15 genus Schizothoraxunder family. The fish species is named as Schizothorax
(2) 21 sikusirumensis. The discovery was made by Dr. Keshav Kumar Jha,
(3) 16 Associate Professor & Head, Department of Zoology, Jawaharlal Nehru
(4) 20 College, Pasighat.
Explanation: Q.279) The AIIB approved how much loan to India on June 17, 2020?
Prime Minister Narendra Modi interacted with Chief Ministers of 15 (1) USD 750 million
remaining states and union territories on June 17, 2020. During the (2) USD 500 million
interaction, he said that the number of patients recovered from COVID-19 (3) USD 380 million
is more than the number of active coronavirus cases in the country. (4) USD 450 million
Q.274) Which banks has launched an online overdraft facility ‘Insta Flexi Explanation:
Cash’ for its salary account customers? The Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) approved USD 750 million
(1) Yes Bank worth loan to India on June 17, 2020. The fund granted will be used by the
(2) Axis Bank Indian government to strengthen battle against the impact of COVID-19 on
(3) HDFC Bank the poor and vulnerable.
(4) ICIC Bank
Correct Answer - (4) ICIC Bank Q.280) Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziev has resigned from the post of the
Explanation: Prime Minister of which country?
ICICI Bank has launched ‘Insta Flexi cash’, an online overdraft(od) facility (1) Uzbekistan
for its pre approved salary account customers, by which these customers (2) Turkey
can get approval for OD instantly & in a paperless manner. The end-to-end (3) Azerbaijan
fully digital facility can be accessed with no documentation, using the (4) Kyrgyzstan
Bank’s internet banking platform without visiting a bank branch. The end- Correct Answer - (4) Kyrgyzstan
to-end fully digital facility is often accessed with no documentation, using Explanation:
the Bank’s internet banking platform without visiting a bank branch. This Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziev, the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan, has
facility is meant to guard ICICI Bank Salary Account customers against announced his resignation from the post on 15 June 2020.
missing their Equated Monthly Instalments (EMIs) or cheque bounces
thanks to insufficient funds by providing short-term instant credit. Q.281) Name of the state which gives ‘corona warriors’ status to Divyang
Customers can easily avail of this facility by initiating their application Anganwadi workers, recently.
online. (1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Uttara Pradesh
Q.275) Union Minister of State for Home affairs G. Kishan Reddy launched (3) Maharashtra
‘GermiBAN’,a robot, to assist COVID-19 workers in which state? (4) West Bengal
(1) Sikkim Correct Answer - (1) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh government gives ‘corona warriors’ status to Divyang
(4) Telangana Anganwadi workers. These divyang Anganwadi workers are playing an
Correct Answer - (4) Telangana important role in the state during the ongoing Corona crisis. They are
Explanation: distributing nutritious food from house to house of the beneficiaries. They
Union Minister of State for Home affairs G. Kishan Reddy launched are also advising people to avoid corona infection. Anganwadi workers
‘GermiBAN’, a device developed by Atal Incubation Centre & Association of advise that stay at home and follow the mantra of social distancing in
Lady Entrepreneurs of India-Women Entrepreneurs HUB. remote areas.
Q.276) Which state government has approved an ordinance on deferment Q.282) What is the rank of India globally in terms of nuclear arsenals
of payments to employees, pensioners? possessed by the country, as per SIPRI Yearbook 2020 report?
(1) Odisha (1) 2nd
(2) Karnataka (2) 6th
(3) Maharashtra (3) 8th
(4) Telangana (4) 10th
Correct Answer - (4) Telangana Correct Answer - (2) 6th
The Telangana government has promulgated an ordinance to make special The Swedish think tank, Stockholm International Peace Research Institute
provision for deferment of payments to any person, employees and (SIPRI) released its 51st edition of the SIPRI Yearbook 2020 on 15 June
pensioners in the event of disaster and public health emergency. 2020, which assesses the current state of armaments, disarmament and
international security. As per the report, the number of nuclear arsenal in
Q.277) Who was announced the winner of New Zealand’s first ‘Virtual’ India has increased compared to the previous year. India added 10 more
Chef competition – the ‘Quality NZ Culinary Cup’ held in India? weapons by January 2020 to the stockpile to touch 150, compared to an
(1) Balram Raikwar estimated 130-140 in January 2019. This places India at sixth place globally
(2) Vikram Dev Singh in the list.
(3) Rana Kapoor
(4) Chef Angad Singh Rana Q.283) Which country has the highest number of nuclear warheads in the
Correct Answer - (4) Chef Angad Singh Rana world as per SIPRI Yearbook 2020 report?
Explanation: (1) United States
(2) China
(3) Russia

(4) Germany India was elected to the UN Security Council as a non-permanent member
Correct Answer - (1) United States for a two-year term on June 17, 2020. India received overwhelming
Explanation: support from UN member states, winning 184 votes out of the total 192
United States has highest nuclear warheads at 5800, followed by Russia valid votes polled in the 193-member UN General Assembly.
and United Kingdom. The report also states that the nine nuclear-armed
states namely United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, France, China, Q.289) Volkan Bozkir has been elected unopposed as the President of the
India, Pakistan, Israel and the Democratic People’s Republic of Korea 75th UN General Assembly. He belongs to which nation?
(North Korea), together possessed an estimated 13 400 nuclear weapons in (1) Russia
January 2020. (2) Armenia
(3) Germany
Q.284) Name of the ministry which launched recently “India Rankings (4) Turkey
2020” for Higher Educational Institutions? Correct Answer - (4) Turkey
(1) Minister of Home Affairs Explanation:
(2) Minister of Science and Technology Turkish diplomat Volkan Bozkir was elected unopposed as the President of
(3) Minister of Health and Family Welfare the 75th UN General Assembly in September 2020. Bozkir’s candidature
(4) Ministry of Human Resource Development was endorsed from among the Western European and other States.
Explanation: Q.290) Which country will host the Asian Youth Para Games 2021?
Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal (1) Malaysia
‘Nishank’, released “India Rankings 2020” of Institutions of Higher (2) Bahrain
Education in various categories on the basis of their performance on five (3) Argentina
broad categories of parameters. The Minister released India Rankings 2020 (4) China
virtually in 10 categories in the presence of Minister of State for HRD ,Shri Correct Answer - (2) Bahrain
Sanjay Dhotre. Additional Secretary (Higher Education), Shri Rakesh Ranjan, Explanation:
MHRD; Chairman UGC, Prof. D. P. Singh; Chairman, AICTE Anil Bahrain has been chosen by the Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) as the
Sahasrabudhe; Chairman NBA, Prof. K.K. Aggarwal; Member Secretary NBA, host country for the fourth edition of the Asian Youth Para Games to be
Dr. Anil Kumar Nassa, and representatives of Higher Education Institutions held from December 1 to 10 in 2021.
witnessed the release through video conferencing. This is the fifth
consecutive edition of India Rankings of the institutions of higher education Q.291) Which among these firms has been appointed as the auditor of the
in India. In 2020, an addition to nine rankings ie one domain “Dental” has PM CARES Fund?
been introduced for the first time bringing the total tally to 10 categories / (1) SARC & Associates
subject domains. (2) Deloitte
(3) PwC
Q.285) What is the theme of this year’s International Day of Family (4) KPMG
Remittances? Correct Answer - (1) SARC & Associates
(1) Remittances are a lifeline Explanation:
(2) Families and inclusive societies The Trustees of the Prime Minister’s Citizens Assistance and Relief in
(3) Migrant Workers Families Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund have appointed SARC & Associates,
(4) Remittances -A source of income Chartered Accountants, New Delhi as auditor of the fund for three years.
Correct Answer - (1) Remittances are a lifeline The firm, SARC & Associates, is headed by Sunil Kumar Gupta.
Explanation:
International Day of Family Remittances 2020 (IDFR) is celebrated each Q.292) In which state, India established its First Ever Infectious Disease
year on June 16 across the world. The day is organised by the United Diagnostic Lab?
Nations and is universally accepted. This day is celebrated to recognise the (1) Chennai
efforts of migrants who help to improve the lives of their family members (2) Gurugram
back home. International Day of Family Remittances 2020 theme is (3) Mumbai
“Remittances are a lifeline.” (4) New Delhi
Correct Answer - (4) New Delhi
Q.286) Which state observed the Mask Day on 18 June 2020? Explanation:
(1) Kerala India’s first infectious disease diagnostic lab is now ready. This rapid
(2) Rajasthan response mobile labrotary is part of government Aatmnirbhar Bharat.
(3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Karnataka Q.293) Which has become the top state in country to provide employment
Correct Answer - (4) Karnataka to workers under MGNREGA?
Explanation: (1) Uttar Pradesh
On 18 June 2020, Karnataka observed ‘Mask Day’ to create awareness (2) Sikkim
about the importance of wearing a mask as a preventive measure against (3) Telangana
Covid-19. (4) Odisha
Q.287) Which state has launched Karmo Bhumi portal to help IT Explanation:
professionals? Uttar Pradesh has become the top state in the country to provide
(1) West Bengal employment to the workers under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural
(2) Maharashtra Employment Guarantee Scheme MGNREGA.
(3) Sikkim
(4) Uttar Pradesh Q.294) Achyut Usgaonkar who has passed away recently was the former
Correct Answer - (1) West Bengal minister of which state?
Explanation: (1) Madhya Pradesh
West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee launched Karmo Bhumi (2) Maharashtra
portal to help IT professionals, who returned to Bengal after losing jobs in (3) West Bengal
the wake of COVID-19 outbreak. (4) Goa
Q.288) India was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Explanation:
Council with how many votes? Former Goa minister Achyut Kashinath Sinai Usgaonkar has passed away
(1) 187 following age-related ailments. He was 92. He served as a cabinet minister
(2) 189 from August 13, 1977 to April 27, 1979 in the then Shashikala Kakodkar
(3) 192 government of Goa, Daman and Diu.
(4) 184
Correct Answer - (4) 184 Q.295) Name the Indian companies which have featured in the 2020
Explanation: Technology Pioneers list of WEF?

(1) Altizon and KrazyBee Explanation:

(2) Zest Money and Stellapps The Delhi government is planning to build a 10,000-bed makeshift hospital
(3) Snapmint and Kissht for the treatment of COVID-19 patients under a sprawling tent in South
(4) Next ware and iobot Technologies Delhi. This would be the world’s largest COVID-19 facility, as it will be as
Correct Answer - (2) ZestMoney and Stellapps large as over 22 football fields.
Explanation:
Two Indian firms namely Zest Money and Stellapps have figured in the Q.302) Which nation won the African seat in the UNSC Elections 2020?
2020 Technology Pioneers list released by the World Economic Forum (1) Kenya
(WEF) on 16 June 2020. (2) Djibouti
(3) Zambia
Q.296) How many Khelo India State Centres of Excellence to be set up (4) Egypt
across country under Khelo India Scheme? Correct Answer - (1) Kenya
(1) 10 Explanation:
(2) 6 Kenya defeated Djibouti to win the last African seat at the United Nations
(3) 8 Security Council (UNSC) on June 18, 2020 after the UN General Assembly
(4) 7 (UNGA) failed to choose between the two candidates during the first
Correct Answer - (3) 8 round.
Explanation:
The sports ministry is all set to establish Khelo India State Centres of Q.303) Which country has launched Corona-Warn-App”, corona virus
Excellence under the Khelo India Scheme. tracing app?
(1) Russia
Q.297) What is the revised sovereign rating for India in the latest report by (2) Bahrain
the Fitch Ratings? (3) Hungary
(1) BB- (4) Germany
(2) BBB+ Correct Answer - (4) Germany
(3) BB Explanation:
(4) BBB- Germany sought to mobilize the public 0to download a new smart phone
Correct Answer - (4) BBB- app that seeks to help break the chain of corona virus infections, one of
Explanation: several such apps in Europe that governments hope will revive travel and
Fitch Ratings has revised India’s long-term outlook to negative from stable, tourism.
citing risks due to continued acceleration in the number of new Covid-19
cases as the lockdown is eased gradually in the country. The global credit Q.304) Which nation’s President has approved a Constitution Amendment
rating agency has affirmed the country’s sovereign rating at ‘BBB-’, the Bill seeking to update the country’s political map with territories claimed
lowest investment grade. by India?
(1) China
Q.298) PM Narendra Modi launched the auction of how many coal mines? (2) Pakistan
(1) 43 (3) Bhutan
(2) 42 (4) Nepal
(3) 40 Correct Answer - (4) Nepal
(4) 41 Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) 41 Nepal's President Bidhya Devi Bhandari on June 18, 2020 approved the
Explanation: Constitution Amendment Bill that seeks to update the nation's political
PM Narendra Modi launched the auction of 41 coal mines for commercial map by including areas claimed by India. The bill was passed earlier in the
mining through video conference on June 18, 2020. The launch is a part of day by Nepal's upper house of the Parliament, National Assembly with
the announcements that were made by the centre under Atmanirbhar unanimous support. All 57 members of the house voted in favour of the
Bharat Abhiyan. bill.
Q.299) Recently a temple believed to be 500 years old has been found in Q.305) Who have been crowned Bundesliga champions for an eighth
the Mahanadi River in which state? successive season?
(1) Telangana (1) Bayern Munich
(2) Odisha (2) Werder Bremen
(3) WestBengal (3) William Carl
(4) Maharashtra (4) Tony Magnus
Correct Answer - (2) Odisha Correct Answer - (1) Bayern Munich
Temple believed to be 500 years old has been found in the Mahanadi River Bayern Munich have been crowned Bundesliga champions for an eighth
in Odisha. successive season after a 1-0 win at Werder Bremen.
Q.300) What is the theme of this year’s World Day to Combat Q.306) Which multinational company has become a net debt-free
Desertification and Drought? company?
(1) Food Feed Fibre (1) Tata Steel
(2) Land has true value (2) Indian Oil Corporation
(3) Let’s grow the future together (3) Reliance Industries
(4) Multi Development Challenge (4) Aditya Birla Group
Correct Answer - (1) Food Feed Fibre Correct Answer - (3) Reliance Industries
The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is a United Nations Reliance Industries Limited has raised over Rs 1,68,818 crore within just
observance each June 17.Its purpose is to raise awareness of the presence two months through investments by global tech investors - Rs 115,693.95
of desertification and drought, highlighting methods of preventing crore and Rights Issue - Rs 53,124.20 crore. With these investments, RIL has
desertification and recovering from drought. This year the theme for World become a "net debt-free" company.
Day to Combat Desertification And Drought is “Food. Feed. Fibre“.
Q.607) Who won the World Stars Sharjah Chess Championship?
Q.301) World's largest COVID makeshift hospital is being planned in which (1) Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
Indian state/ UT? (2) Pentala Harikrishna
(1) Maharashtra (3) Garry Kasparov
(2) Delhi (4) Magnus Carlsen
(3) Tamil Nadu Correct Answer - (1) Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
(4) Gujarat Explanation:

Shakhriyar Mamedyarov from Azerbaijan became the winner of the World Q.314) Which edition of Academy awards (Oscar) scheduled on February
Stars Sharjah Online Chess Championship 2020, a double round-robin 2021 was postponed to April 2021?
tournament with 10 min +3 sec time control organized by the Sharjah (1) 87th
Cultural & Chess Club. (2) 88th
(3) 91st
Q.308) Who launched India’s first mobile COVID testing laboratory? (4) 93rd
(1) Dr Harsh Vardhan Correct Answer - (4) 93rd
(2) Amit Shah Explanation:
(3) JP Nadda The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences on Monday announced
(4) PM Narendra Modi that the 93rd Academy Awards, originally scheduled for February 28, 2021,
Correct Answer - (1) Dr Harsh Vardhan has been pushed back to April 25 of the same year due to coronavirus
Explanation: concerns. This is the first time in 40 years that the ceremony is being
The Union Health Minister Harsh Vardhan on June 17 launched India’s first rescheduled.
mobile laboratory for the testing of COVID-19 in rural and inaccessible
areas of India. Q.315) Who authored the novel titled ‘A Burning’?
(1) Mirza Waheed
Q.309) What is the name of novel written by Nobel Prize winner Kazuo (2) Nikita Lalwani
Ishiguro? (3) Sujatha Gidla
(1) Klara and the Sun (4) Megha Majumdar
(2) Death in Her Hands Correct Answer - (4) Megha Majumdar
(3) My Dark Vanessa Explanation:
(4) The Glass Hotel The Penguin Hamish Hamilton released the “A Burning”, debut novel of
Correct Answer - (1) Klara and the Sun Megha Majumdar. The 32-year-old New York’s writer who was born and
Explanation: raised in Kolkata. The book is about the lives of three characters, Tommy
Nobel Prize winner(2017) Kazuo Ishiguro(Japan born british author) will Orange, Yaa Gyasi and Jhumpa Lahiri who want to rise to the middle class,
release his new novel 'Klara and the Sun' & will be published by Faber & to political power, to gain fame in the film industry and how their lives
Faber in the United Kingdom, Alfred A. Knopf in the United States and changed in Indian society.
Knopf in Canada on March 2, 2021.
Q.316) When did PM launch Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan?
Q.310) The 4th Asian Youth Para Games to be held in which place in (1) 20 June
December 2021? (2) 19 June
(1) China (3) 18 June
(2) Singapore (4) 21 June
(3) Thailand Correct Answer - (1) 20 June
(4) Bahrain Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) Bahrain PM Narendra Modi launched Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan on 20 June. The
Explanation: scheme is to empower and provide livelihood opportunities in areas/
The Asian Paralympic Committee (APC) announced that Bahrain will host villages that witness large numbers of returnee migrant workers affected
the fourth edition of the Asian Youth Para Games from December 1 to 10 by the COVID-19 pandemic. The campaign was flagged off by the PM from
next year. village Telihar, Block Beldaur, district Khagaria, Bihar through Video-
Conference.
Q.311) India is set to serve as the President of UNSC in which of these
months? Q.317) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest Forbes Real-Time
(1) March 2021 Billionaire index released on 20 June 2020?
(2) December 2020 (1) 6th
(3) August 2021 (2) 9th
(4) November 2020 (3) 12th
Correct Answer - (3) August 2021 (4) 21st
Explanation: Correct Answer - (2) 9th
India will serve as the President of the powerful 15-nation UN Security Explanation:
Council for the month of August, 2021. The presidency of the Council is Reliance Industries (RIL) chairman and managing director Mukesh Ambani,
held by each of the members in turn for one month, following the English has entered into the list of world’s top 10 richest persons, according to the
alphabetical order of the member states’ names. Forbes Real-Time Billionaire list. Ambani’s net worth rose to $64.6 billion
on 19 June 2020, making him the 9th richest person in the world. RIL’s
Q.312) The All India Football Federation has nominated former Indian shares soared 6.2% to hit a new all-time high of Rs 1,788.60 on the BSE on
caption IM Vijayan’s name for which award? 19 June before ending at Rs 1,759.50 (up over 6 percent), helping the
(1) Padma Shri company’s market capitalisation to cross Rs 11-trillion mark.He is the
(2) Padma Bhushan richest Asian in the list.
(3) Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
(4) Dronacharya Award Q.318) As per the latest ranking of Bloomberg Billionaires Index, Mukesh
Correct Answer - (1) Padma Shri Ambani is the 9th richest person in the world. Who is the top most richest
Explanation: person in the index?
The All India Football Federation (AIFF) has decided to recommend former (1) Warren Buffett
Indian caption IM Vijayan for the Padma Shri award, which is the country’s (2) Mark Zuckerberg
fourth-highest civilian award. The 51-year-old is one of the most skillful (3) Jeff Bezos
footballers that the country has ever seen. (4) Bill gates
Q.313) Recently which IT company has signed Climate Pledge to become Explanation:
net-zero carbon by 2040? The Amazon founder held onto the top spot in the final day of the 2019
(1) Infosys Bloomberg Billionaire Index with an estimated net worth of $115 billion.
(2) Wipro He's trailed closely by Microsoft founder Bill Gates, whose estimated worth
(3) TCS is $113 billion.
(4) HCL
Correct Answer - (1) Infosys Q.319) Who among the following has been appointed as the Chairman of
Explanation: the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP)?
a significant move, Indian software major, Infosys announced that it will (1) Raghuram Rajan
make its business net zero carbon by 2040, ten years ahead of the deadline (2) Viral Acharya
set out by the Paris Agreement. (3) Urjit Patel
(4) R. Gandhi

Correct Answer - (3) Urjit Patel Associates, Chartered Accountants, New Delhi, as the auditors” for three
Explanation: years.
Former Reserve Bank of India Governor Urjit Patel has been appointed as
the Chairman of the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP). Q.326) What will be the objective of India during its tenure in UNSC (2021-
His four-year term will begin from June 22, 2020. 22)?
(1) SORTS
Q.320) British Petroleum’s (BP) India is planning to set up a global business (2) NORMS
service centre in which city? (3) 3T
(1) Pune (4) 5R
(2) Mumbai Correct Answer - (2) NORMS
(3) Chennai Explanation:
(4) Lucknow India’s overall objective during this tenure in the UN Security Council will
Correct Answer - (1) Pune be the achievement of N.O.R.M.S: New Orientation for a Reformed
Explanation: Multilateral System.
British Petroleum’s (BP) India is planning to set up a global business service
centre in Pune and hire 2000 people for the same. Q.327) What is the total amount allocated to the Garib Kalyan Rojgar
Abhiyaan launched by the government for the migrant workers to provide
Q.321) How many Khelo India Centers (KIC) have been proposed by the them employment?
Ministry of Sports to be set up in the country at district level? (1) Rs 30,000 crore
(1) 1000 (2) Rs 75,000 crore
(2) 500 (3) Rs 20,000 crore
(3) 750 (4) Rs 50,000 crore
(4) 900 Correct Answer - (4) Rs 50,000 crore
Correct Answer - (1) 1000 Explanation:
Explanation: Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi has launched a dedicated Rs
The Ministry of Sports has decided to establish 1,000 Khelo India Centers 50,000 crore Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan, via video conference, on 20
(KIC) at the district level across the country. These centers will either be June 2020., to create jobs for millions of migrant workers who returned
run by a past champion or have them as coaches. For the financial year home during the coronavirus-induced lockdown
2020-21, 1000 such centres have been proposed.
Q.328) Kubatbek Boronov was appointed as the president of which
Q.322) India to lead Summit 2020 on _______. country?
(1) 21-22 June (1) Uzbekistan
(2) 22-23 June (2) Tajikistan
(3) 21-22 July (3) Kyrgyzstan
(4) 22-23 July (4) Pakistan
Correct Answer - (3) 21-22 July Correct Answer - (3) Kyrgyzstan
The 45th annual meeting of the United States India Business Council Kubatbek Boronov (55) was appointed as Kyrgyzstan’s Prime Minister.
(USIBC) will be marked with the 2020 India ideas Summit. India will virtually Kyrgyzstan’s President Sooronbai Jeenbekov signed an order to appoint
host the event on 21st and 22nd July. him. He succeeded Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziyev who resigned on June 15
following accusations of corruption.
Q.323) Which among the following is the first ever Indian company to cross
the market capitalization mark of $150 billion? Q.329) Which state observed the 19th edition of its annual Great June
(1) HDFC Bank Uprising Unity Day on 18 June?
(2) Reliance Industries (1) Sikkim
(3) TCS (2) Arunachal Pradesh
(4) State Bank of India (3) Tripura
Correct Answer - (2) Reliance Industries (4) Manipur
Explanation: Correct Answer - (4) Manipur
Mukesh Ambani owned Reliance Industries Limited (RIL) has become the Explanation:
first Indian company to enter the exclusive club of $150 billion in market On 18 June 2020, Manipur observed the 19th Great June Uprising Unity
capitalisation. The Shares of the company soared 6.2% to hit a new all-time Day to pay homage to 18 martyrs who laid down their lives to protect the
high of Rs 1,788.60 on the BSE on 19 June before ending at Rs 1,759.50 (up territorial integrity of Manipur on June 18 in 2001.
over 6 percent) RIL now has a market capitalisation of $151.2 billion, which
is the highest ever valuation of an Indian company. Q.330) What is the theme of the International Day of Yoga 2020?
(1) Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family
Q.324) As per Asian Development Bank,Indian economy to contract by how (2) Yoga Amid Pandemic
much percent in FY21? (3) Yoga to Improve Health
(1) 4% (4) Yoga & Climate Action
(2) 4.5% Correct Answer - (1) Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family
(3) 5.0% Explanation:
(4) 5.5% The theme of the 6th International Day of Yoga 2020 is “Yoga at Home and
Correct Answer - (1) 4% Yoga with Family”. Due to COVID-19, this year International Day of Yoga
Explanation: will be celebrated virtually at 7 am on June 21 so people will join through
Hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic, the Indian economy is expected to digital platforms.
contract by 4 per cent during the current financial year, the ADB said in a
supplement to its Asian Development Outlook (ADO). Q.331) What is the name of the youngest known magnetar discovered by
NASA?
Q.325) Who was appointed as the auditor of Prime Minister’s Citizens (1) Magne J1818.0-1607
Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund? (2) Swift J1818.0-1607
(1) Amar Sharma (3) Neutr J1818.0-1607
(2) Vikas Singh (4) Star J1818.0-1607
(3) Sanjay Chaturvedi Correct Answer - (2) Swift J1818.0-1607
(4) Sunil Kumar Gupta Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) Sunil Kumar Gupta Astronomers at the US (United Sates) based space agency NASA (National
Explanation: Aeronautics and Space Administration) have discovered the youngest
Trustees of the fund, which is called Prime Minister’s Citizens Assistance known magnetar (a type of neutron star) named "Swift J1818.0-1607"
and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES) Fund, appointed “SARC & about 16,000 light years away from Earth.

Q.332) Which state/UT has launched ‘First Bell’ initiative for online classes 1,189.40 Crore was allocated for Karnataka & 156.61 Crore Tripura in FY
in the state schools? 2020-21.
(1) Kerala
(2) Tamil Nadu Q.338) As per EPFO, Formal employment in India grew by how much
(3) Goa percent in 2019-20?
(4) Assam (1) 29.5%
Correct Answer - (1) Kerala (2) 23.7%
Explanation: (3) 25.5%
Classes for State school students, under the name First Bell, will get under (4) 28.6%
way on June 1 through the KITE Victers channel and other online Correct Answer - (4) 28.6%
mechanisms. The Kerala Infrastructure and Technology for Education (KITE) Explanation:
has brought out the timetable for conducting the classes. The formal employment in India grew by a robust 28.6% in 2019-20 on the
back of major policy reforms of the government, including the roll-out of
Q.333) Which portal was launched by government to Promote R&D in GST, allowing fixed-term contracts across sectors and lower exits by EPFO
Mining, Mineral Sector? subscribers because of better returns on PF deposits and services offered
(1) Satyabhama by the retirement fund body.
(2) Urjit
(3) Avishkar Q.339) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the two stage
(4) Aayog electronic auction of how many coal blocks for commercial mining through
Correct Answer - (1) Satyabhama video-conference?
Explanation: (1) 41
The mines ministry announced the launch of a portal “SATYABHAMA (2) 31
(Science and Technology Yojana for Aatmanirbhar Bharat in Mining (3) 34
Advancement)” with an aim to promote research and development in the (4) 51
mining and minerals sector. Correct Answer - (1) 41
Explanation:
Q.334) Tata Power signed agreement with which state to develop 100 MW On the lines of the announcement made by the Central government under
solar project? the 20 Lakh crore Aatma Nirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, on June 18, 2020, Prime
(1) Telangana Minister Narendra Modi has launched the two stage electronic auction of
(2) Uttarakhand 41 coal blocks for commercial mining through video-conference. The
(3) Madhya Pradesh process of this e-auction was initiated by the Ministry of Coal in association
(4) Maharashtra with FICCI as an industry partner under the provisions of Coal Mines
Correct Answer - (4) Maharashtra (Special Provisions) Act and Mines and Minerals (Development and
Explanation: Regulation) Act. The government has set a target to gasify around 100
Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) has received a letter of million tonnes of coal by 2030.
award from Maharashtra State Electricity Distribution Co Ltd. (MSEDCL) to
develop a 100 MW solar project in Maharashtra. Q.340) Who has been appointed as the ambassador of JSW cement’s
marketing campaign ‘Leaders Choice’?
Q.335) As per Asian Development Bank, developing Asia to grow by how (1) Sourav Ganguly
much percent in 2020? (2) Sachin Tendulkar
(1) 0.1% (3) Sunil Chhetri
(2) 0.2% (4) Both (1) and (3)
(3) 0.3% Correct Answer - (4) Both (1) and (3)
(4) 0.5% Explanation:
Correct Answer - (1) 0.1% JSW Cement, a part of JSW Group, signed former Indian cricket captain
Explanation: Sourav Ganguly the current president of Board of Control for Cricket in
The Asian Development Bank said countries in Developing Asia will “barely India (BCCI) and Sunil Chhetri, captain of India’s National Football Team &
grow” in 2020, while India’s economy is forecast to contract by 4 per cent Bengaluru FC as their brand ambassadors for their marketing campaign
this fiscal due to the adverse effect of the corona virus pandemic. Leaders Choice in West Bengal, Bihar and Odisha.
Q.336) Which State/UTs had made 5 days institutional quarantine Q.341) Who has been named as Photographer of the Year in professional
mandatory for all positive patients of Covid-19? category in 2020 Sony World Photography Awards?
(1) Punjab (1) Steve McCurry
(2) Chandigarh (2) Mario Testino
(3) Haryana (3) Pablo Albarenga
(4) Delhi (4) Annie Leibovitz
Correct Answer - (4) Delhi Correct Answer - (3) Pablo Albarenga
COVID-19 patients who were pre-symptomatic or had mild symptoms were Uruguay's Pablo Albarenga named Photographer of the Year in professional
advised to self-quarantine themselves at their homes by staying in a category in 2020 Sony World Photography Awards.
separate room and using a separate toilet. This was as per a notice issued
last month. Over the last couple of weeks, the COVID-19 cases are notable Q.342) As per BP Statistic Review, which country is the 2nd biggest driver
on the rise in the National Capital, following this development the of global energy consumption in 2019?
Lieutenant Governor of New Delhi, Anil Baijal on 19th June 2020 had made (1) Russia
5 days institutional quarantine mandatory for all positive patients of Covid- (2) USA
19. (3) China
(4) India
Q.337) The central government has approved to provide fund of Rs 1,829 Correct Answer - (4) India
for implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission for which state? Explanation:
(1) Telangana India was second biggest growth driver of primary energy consumption in
(2) Uttarakhand the world, behind China, in 2019 even though it witnessed fall in demand in
(3) Madhya Pradesh oil and coal, according to BP Statistical Review.
(4) Maharashtra
Correct Answer - (4) Maharashtra Q.343) Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has developed herbal
Explanation: infusion technology to help marginal farmers in mid-Himalayan region?
The Centre has approved funding of 1,829 crore rupees for the effective (1) IIT Kharagpur
implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission in Maharashtra for 2020-21 on the (2) IIT Roorkee
basis of the Annual Action Plan (AAP) for 2020-21 presented by (3) IIT Madras
Maharashtra to the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation. Also Rs (4) IIT Mandi

Correct Answer - (4) IIT Mandi be launched online on 24 June, 2020, at YouTube live stream, which can be
Explanation: accessed at https://youtu.be/l2G5x5RdBUM
Researchers of Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Mandi have developed
an herbal infusion technology, as a source of income for local marginal Q.350) Which became the first Indian company with a market value of Rs
farmers in the mid-Himalayas. 11 lakh crore as investors rejoiced fundraising that will make it debt-free?
(1) Reliance
Q.344) Recently, Vidyaben Shah has died at the age of 97, she was a? (2) Syntel
(1) Freedom fighter (3) TCS
(2) Author (4) Wipro
(3) Singer Correct Answer - (1) Reliance
(4) Musican Explanation:
Correct Answer - (1) Freedom fighter Billionaire Mukesh Ambani’s flagship Reliance Industries Ltd. became the
Explanation: first Indian company with a market value of Rs 11 lakh crore as investors
Vidyaben Shah was an Indian social worker and activist known for her work rejoiced fundraising that will make it debt-free.
with children, women and the elderly in India. While she was already
serving as Vice-President, she was appointed the first non-officio President Q.351) Which state will launch ‘Play little, Study little’ scheme for school
of the New Delhi Municipal Council by Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in students?
1975. (1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Telangana
Q.345) What is the theme of this year’s World Refugee Day? (3) Assam
(1) Every Action Counts (4) Tripura
(2) Not just to get Correct Answer - (4) Tripura
(3) Now More Than Ever Explanation:
(4) Be with them The Tripura government has decided to launch a scheme called ‘Ektu Khelo,
Correct Answer - (1) Every Action Counts Ektu Padho’ which means ‘Play little, Study little’, from June 25, 2020.
Explanation: Under the scheme, the students would be getting audio and video content
The United Nations’ (UN) World Refugee Day is observed on June 20 each on learning activities projects as well as fun and gaming activities through
year to commemorates the obstacles refugees face each year, while also SMS or Whats App.
celebrating their courage and strength. The theme of World Refugee Day
this year is “every action counts.” Q.352) Which Club has won the 2019-20 Coppa Italia cup?
(1) Napoli
Q.346) When will NITI Aayog launch 'Decarbonising Transport in India' (2) Coppa Italia
project? (3) Bengaluru FC
(1) June 24th (4) Assam FC
(2) June 25th Correct Answer - (1) Napoli
(3) June 26th Explanation:
(4) June 27th The football club Napoli has won the 2019-20 Coppa Italia cup after
Correct Answer - (1) June 24th defeating Juventus with 4–2 on shootout penalties in the final after a
Explanation: goalless draw. .
NITI Aayog will be launching 'Decarbonising Transport in India' project on
June 24, 2020 in collaboration with the International Transport Forum. The Q.353) How much amount of loan has been approved by France for India to
main aim of the project will be to develop a pathway towards a low-carbon support the country in dealing with COVID-19?
transport system for India. (1) Euro 200 million
Q.347) Which nation has decided to amend its Citizenship Act? (3) Euro 100 million
(1) India (4) Euro 300 million
(2) Nepal Correct Answer - (1) Euro 200 million
(3) Bangladesh Explanation:
(4) Myanmar The Government of France has committed 200 million euros for India to
Correct Answer - (2) Nepal optimize and scale up the Indian Government’s existing social protection
Explanation: measures against COVID-19 and further increase the state and central
Nepal’s parliamentary panel recently proposed an amendment in the governments’ capacities to support the country’s most vulnerable people
nation’s Citizenship Act. Under the amendment, a foreign woman marrying in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.
a Nepali national will have to wait for 7 years to get naturalised citizenship.
Q.354) Who was appointed as CEO of Professional Risk Managers’
Q.348) Which state’s pollution control board has issued closure notice to International Association?
Oil India Limited’s operations in Baghjan Oil Field? (1) Sanjay Chaturvedi
(1) Meghalaya (2) Vinay Dubey
(2) Assam (3) Samanth Rai
(3) Manipur (4) Nirakar Pradhan
(4) West Bengal Correct Answer - (4) Nirakar Pradhan
Correct Answer - (2) Assam Explanation:
Explanation: The Professional Risk Managers’ International Association has appointed Dr
The Pollution Control Board Assam (PCBA) has issued a closure notice to Oil Nirakar Pradhan, CFA, as the Chief Executive Officer of its new India office.
India Limited (OIL), directing the oil production company to close down all Pradhan has led teams at State Bank of India.
its production and drilling operations in Baghjan Oil Field.
Q.355) The centre has granted how much emergency fund to the Armed
Q.349) Which among the following organisations has collaborated with forces?
International Transport Forum (ITF) for “Decarbonising Transport in India” (1) Rs 1000 crore
project? (2) Rs 300 crore
(1) Ministry of Road and Highways (3) Rs 500 crore
(2) Central Information Commission (4) Rs 700 crore
(3) NITI Aayog Correct Answer - (3) Rs 500 crore
(4) Lokpal Explanation:
Correct Answer - (3) NITI Aayog The government has granted emergency funds up to Rs 500 crore per
Explanation: procurement project to the three armed services to buy weapons and
NITI Aayog has collaborated with International Transport Forum (ITF) for military hardware in view of the escalating border standoff with China.
“Decarbonising Transport in India” project, with the aim to develop a
pathway towards a low-carbon transport system for India. The project will

Q.356) Niki Poonacha is an Indian national champion associated with which Q.362) How much fund has been allocated under PM CARES Fund for
sports? 50,000 ‘made in India’ ventilators?
(1) Badminton (1) Rs 2000 crore
(2) Chess (2) Rs 3000 crore
(3) Tennis (3) Rs 1000 crore
(4) Running (4) Rs 1500 crore
Correct Answer - (3) Tennis Correct Answer - (1) Rs 2000 crore
India’s reigning national tennis champion Niki Kaliyanda Poonacha has The PM CARES Fund Trust has allocated Rs 2000 crore for the supply of
been elected by the International Tennis Federation (ITF) to the ITF World 50000 indigenously manufactured ventilators to government-run COVID
Tennis Tour Player Panels. He will represent the Asia-Oceania zone in hospitals in all states and union territories.
men’s player panel.
Q.363) Which state’s High Court has issued a notice to Twitter, centre,
Q.357) Which company has acquired Swedish mapping technology state government over communal tweets?
company Mapillary? (1) Delhi
(1) Google (2) Telangana
(2) Face book (3) Bombay
(3) Microsoft (4) Madras
(4) TCS Correct Answer - (2) Telangana
Correct Answer - (2) Face book Explanation:
Explanation: The Telangana High Court has issued notices to social networking site
Face book Inc acquired Swedish mapping technology company Mapillary, Twitter, Centre as well as the state government seeking explanation on
which collects images from tens of thousands of contributors to build why posts allegedly linking COVID-19 to the Muslim community and the
immersive and up-to-date maps. religious event held in Nizamuddin in the national capital in March 2020,
have not been removed.
Q.358) Recently government has lowered the GST on electrical vehicles to
how much percent? Q.364) Which nation will be holding a limited Hajj pilgrimage in 2020?
(1) 20% (1) UAE
(2) 15% (2) Qatar
(3) 10% (3) Saudi Arabia
(4) 12% (4) Bahrain
Correct Answer - (4) 12% Correct Answer - (3) Saudi Arabia
Union Road Transport Minister Nitin Gadkari stated that he believes India Saudi Arabia announced that it will hold a "very limited" Hajj this year due
will be a manufacturing hub for electric vehicles within the next five years, to the COVID-19 pandemic. Only those people already living in the kingdom
adding that several countries do not want to deal with China after the will be allowed to take part in the pilgrimage that begins in late July.
COVID-19 crisis which can be an opportunity for India
Q.365) Which state has signed tripartite agreement with POWERGRID &
Q.359) Which court allowed the Puri Rath Yatra to be conducted with EdCIL to setup smart classrooms in schools?
certain restrictions? (1) Punjab
(1) Delhi HC (2) Haryana
(2) Allahabad HC (3) Odisha
(3) Supreme Court (4) Rajasthan
(4) Telangana HC Correct Answer - (4) Rajasthan
Correct Answer - (3) Supreme Court Explanation:
Explanation: Rajasthan Education Minister Govind Singh Dotasara informed that
The Supreme Court on June 22, 2020 indicated that it would allow Puri's Rajasthan government has signed a tripartite agreement with the Power
Rath Yatra, which is scheduled to start from tomorrow. The Apex court Grid Corporation of India (POWERGRID) and the Educational Consultants
stated that it cannot micro-manage the rituals and left it to the wisdom of India Limited (EdCIL). To set up smart classrooms in 100 schools with a cost
state, the Centre and temple management to deal with that issue. of Rs 1.85 crore. E-content syllabus will be available for students from
classes 1 to 12. In each school 4 teachers will be trained to teach in the
Q.360) Which city is Building a New ‘She-Man’ Station to Make it More smart classrooms.
Trans-Friendly?
(1) Delhi Q.366) Who among the following has been named as the winner of 2020
(2) Lucknow Peace Prize of the German Book Trade?
(3) Noida (1) Amartya Sen
(4) Pune (2) Raghuram Rajan
Correct Answer - (3) Noida (3) Kailash Satyarth
Explanation: (4) Abhijit Banerjee
a first-of-its-kind initiative by a metro rail system in northern India, the Correct Answer - (1) Amartya Sen
Noida-Greater Noida Metro has decided to convert the Sector 50 station Explanation:
into a “She-Man” station that will have special facilities and employment Nobel-laureate Indian economist and philosopher Amartya Sen has been
for the transgender community. selected for the 2020 Peace Prize of the German Book Trade for his
decades-long work around issues of global justice. The 86-year-old Harvard
Q.361) Who is the author of the book ‘Legend of Suheldev: The King Who professor and past Nobel prize winner will be awarded during a ceremony
Saved India’? on 18 October 2020 in Frankfurt.
(1) Preeti Shenoy
(2) Chetan Bhagat Q.367) Which nation blocked Pakistan’s attempt to declare Indian citizen as
(3) Amish Tripathi 'global terrorist'?
(4) Ravinder Singh (1) Russia
Correct Answer - (3) Amish Tripathi (2) UK
Bestselling author, Amish Tripathi has announced the launch of his new (4) US
fiction book titled ‘Legend of Suheldev: The King Who Saved India’ on 20 Correct Answer - (4) US
June 2020. The latest fiction is set in 11th-century and is a story of a king Explanation:
who united men and women of the nation, irrespective of their religion, The Union States has blocked and terminated Pakistan’s proposal to
caste, region, or status in society. proscribe an Indian national as a global terrorist by the UN Security Council
(UNSC) 1267 sanctions committee.

Q.368) What is the estimated GDP growth rate of India for the year 2020 as (1) Ahmedabad
per the revised forecast of Moody’s? (2) Puri
(1) -3.1% (3) Jamshedpur
(2) -4% (4) Raipur
(3) -5.3% Correct Answer - (2) Puri
(4) -2% Explanation:
Correct Answer - (1) -3.1% The world-famous annual Jagannath Rath Yatra began on June 23, 2020 in
Explanation: Odisha’s Puri after the Supreme Court gave its approval and left it on the
Moody’s Investors Service has sharply revised its forecast for India’s annual wisdom of the state, centre and temple management to manage the
GDP growth and has projected the Indian economy to shrink 3.1 percent in festival.
the Calendar year 2020, caused by the disruptions due to the corona virus
pandemic. However, Moody’s expects the economy to register 6.9 percent Q.375) What is the theme of this year’s World Hydrography Day?
growth in 2021. (1) Hydrography enabling autonomous technologies
(2) Safe Navigation
Q.369) Which Indian has been elected to the International Tennis (3) hydrographic information
Federation (ITF) men’s player panel? (4) Mapping our seas
(1) Niki Kalayanda Poonacha Correct Answer - (1) Hydrography enabling autonomous technologies
(2) Ti chen Explanation:
(3) Nikhil Joshi World Hydrography Day is observed on 21 June. This day was adopted by
(4) Anupama Srinivasan the International Hydrographic Organization (IHO) as an annual celebration
Correct Answer - (1) Niki Kalayanda Poonacha to increases awareness about the protection of safe navigation and marine
Explanation: life protection. World Hydrography Day 2020 theme is “Hydrography
Reigning national champion Niki Poonacha has been elected to the enabling autonomous technologies”
International Tennis Federation (ITF) men’s player panel.
Q.376) Which state government has planned to launch Indira Rasoi Yojana?
Q.370) India’s largest and first Virtual Healthcare & Hygiene EXPO 2020 has (1) Madhya Pradesh
been organised by Ministry of Ayush in partnership with________ (2) Maharashtra
(1) Food Corporation of India (3) Rajasthan
(2) UNESCO (4) Uttar Pradesh
(3) Confederation of Indian Industry Correct Answer - (3) Rajasthan
(4) FICCI Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) FICCI Rajasthan Chief Minister, Ashok Gehlot announced on June 24 that the
Explanation: state government has been planning to launch Indira Rasoi Yojana (Indira
The Minister of State for Shipping (Independent charge) and Chemicals & Kitchen Scheme) to fulfill the government’s resolution of ‘No one Sleeps
Fertilisers Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the country’s largest and first Hungry’.
Virtual Healthcare & Hygiene EXPO 2020 on 22nd June 2020. The Expo has
been organised by Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry Q.377) Which international body has asked Myanmar to ensure safe return
(FICCI), and supported by Ministry of AYUSH, GoI. of Rohingyas?
(1) UNHRC
Q.371) Evariste Ndayishimiye was elected as the president of which (2) United Nations
country recently? (3) UNSC
(1) Rwanda (4) ICJ
(2) Congo Correct Answer - (1) UNHRC
(3) Tanzania Explanation:
(4) Burundi The UNHRC also urged the Myanmar government to lift the internet
Correct Answer - (4) Burundi shutdown in Rakhine state. The council has called upon the Myanmar
Explanation: government to provide media, independent observers and diplomatic
Evariste Ndayishimiye won the presidential election of Burundi held on corps full access to the country.
May 20 and to swear in as president in August 2020.
Q.378) Who inaugurated Virtual India Pavilion at Cannes Film Market
Q.372) Who participated in Russia -India-China Ministers meeting on June 2020?
23, 2020? (1) Prakash Javedkar
(1) S Jaishankar (2) Smriti Irani
(2) Rajnath Singh (3) Narendra Modi
(3) Nirmala Sitharaman (4) Rajnath Singh
(4) Harsh Vardhan Correct Answer - (1) Prakash Javedkar
Correct Answer - (1) S Jaishankar Explanation:
Explanation: Indian Participation at Cannes Film Festival – 2020 began with the e-
Union External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar participated in the virtual inauguration of the Virtual India Pavilion by Ministry of Information &
RIC (Russia-India-China) foreign ministers meeting today, June 23, 2020. Broadcasting Prakash Javadekar.
While addressing the trilateral meeting, Jaishankar stated that the meeting
is a special one that reiterates our belief in time-tested principles of Q.379) The world’s first yoga university outside India has been launched in
international relations. which country?
(1) US
Q.373) How much amount has been sanctioned by government for (2) Japan
augmentation of healthcare facilities in North Eastern States? (3) Russia
(1) ₹100 cr (4) Canada
(2) ₹200 cr Correct Answer - (1) US
(3) ₹150 cr Explanation:
(4) ₹190 cr The world's first yoga university outside India has been launched in Los
Correct Answer - (4) ₹190 cr Angeles, United States as a part of the 6th International Yoga Day
Explanation: commemorations. The Vivekananda Yoga University (VaYU) will offer
The Minister also disclosed that in the wake of COVID pandemic, Ministry programmes that combine scientific principles and modern research
of DoNER has decided to sanction 190 crore rupees for augmentation of approaches to the ancient Indian practice of yoga.
healthcare facility in the eight North Eastern States, particularly for
developing infrastructure for management of infectious diseases. Q.380) Which Bank has launched a new product KBL Micro Mitra for micro
enterprises?
Q.374) The Supreme Court allowed the world-famous Jagannath Rath Yatra (1) IDBI Bank
to take place in which city? (2) Karnataka Bank

(3) federal Bank Explanation:

(4) Kotak Mahindra Bank The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has initiated a 10,000 crore
Correct Answer - (2) Karnataka Bank project- Gaganyaan to send humans to space by 2022, in accordance to
Explanation: which, ISRO has received a patent for its Liquid Cooling and Heating
Karnataka Bank has launched a new product KBL Micro Mitra, wherein Garment (LCHG) for astronauts to use in space for protection from hot and
financial assistance up to Rs.10 lakhs can be provided to the Micro cold environments.
manufacturing and service enterprises either for working capital or for
investment purposes. Q.387) Which Indian state/UT became the first to operationalise rail
coaches converted into isolation units for Covid-19?
Q.381) World Karate Federation has provisionally de-recognised which (1) New Delhi
nation’s Karate association? (2) Madhya Pradesh
(1) Pakistan (3) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Malaysia (4) Gujarat
(3) Indonesia Correct Answer - (3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) India Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) India The Uttar Pradesh Government has started using rail coaches as isolation
Explanation: units for COVID-19 suspected patients. COVID coaches are deployed at
The World Karate Federation has provisionally de-recognised the Karate Mau junction in Varanasi in the state of Uttar Pradesh, in a first in the
Association of India with immediate effect for violating the world body's country. Indian Railways is ready to offer as many as 5,231 isolation
statutes during its 2019 elections. coaches to the states and the respective zonal railways have converted the
coaches as quarantine facilities. After Uttar Pradesh, Delhi, Andhra
Q.382) Who became the only Indian to feature in Town & Country Pradesh, Telangana and Madhya Pradesh have also been using rail coaches.
magazine’s top global philanthropists of 2020 list?
(1) Nita Ambani Q.388) Which country recently decided to join the UN Arms Trade Treaty?
(2) Oprah Winfrey (1) India
(3) Laxmi Singh (2) China
(4) Indra Nooyi (3) Israel
Correct Answer - (1) Nita Ambani (4) Iran
Explanation: Correct Answer - (2) China
Reliance Foundation chairperson Nita Ambani became the only Indian to Explanation:
feature in Town & Country magazine’s top global philanthropists of 2020 The People’s Republic of China has decided to join the UN Arms Trade
list. Treaty which is a global pact to regulate arms sales in the world. While
announcing the news, the Chinese government mentioned that it has been
Q.383) India has pledged how much amount to UNRWA for next two committed to efforts to enhance peace and stability in the world.
years?
(1) USD 10 million Q.389) Who is the writer of book, "Legend of Suheldev: The King Who
(2) USD 15 million Saved India" published by Westland Publications Pvt Ltd?
(3) USD 5 million (1) Mansukh Jha
(4) USD 7 million (2) Raj Kumar
Correct Answer - (1) USD 10 million (3) Amish Tripathi
Explanation: (4) Hardeep Kumar
India has pledged USD 10 million to the United Nations Relief and Works Correct Answer - (3) Amish Tripathi
Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA) over the coming Explanation:
two years. The additional funding is over and above USD 5 million Best-selling author and the Director of Nehru Centre, London (since 2019)
contributions announced for this year. Amish Tripathi released his fiction book, "Legend of Suheldev: The King
Who Saved India". The book is published by Westland Publications Pvt Ltd.
Q.384) Who was appointed as new CFO of Standard Chartered Bank
(India)? Q.390) Recently which wrestling legend announced his retirement from
(1) Sanjay Singh WWE?
(2) Rajesh Agarwal (1) Undertaker
(3) Sandip Hota (2) Bret Hitman
(4) Gaurav Maheshwari (3) The Rock
Correct Answer - (4) Gaurav Maheshwari (4) Shawn Michaels
Explanation: Correct Answer - (1) Undertaker
Standard Chartered Bank (India) announced the appointment of Gaurav Explanation:
Maheshwari as its new Chief Financial Officer effective 22 June 2020. Wrestling legend and WWE superstar The Undertaker has announced his
retirement from World Wrestling Entertainment.
Q.385) What is ‘Dhruva’, that has been developed by researchers and
students of IIT-Bombay? Q.391) Who will launch the eBlood Services Mobile App?
(1) Personal Protective Equipment (1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
(2) COVID-19 Test Kit (2) PM Narendra Modi
(3) Receiver chip for NAVIC (3) Amit Shah
(4) Microprocessor (4) Ram Nath Kovind
Correct Answer - (3) Receiver chip for NAVIC Correct Answer - (1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
The students and researchers of IIT-Bombay has recently developed a Health Minister Dr. Harsh Vardhan on June 25, 2020 launched the eBlood
homegrown receiver chip – Dhruva. The chip can be used in smart phones Services Mobile Application. The application is an initiative of the Indian
and navigation devices to find locations and routes within the country. It Red Cross Society, which is dedicated to the fight against COVID-19.
will receive signals from NAVIC group of navigation satellites of India, as
well as the US Global Positioning System-based satellites to determine a Q.392) Which state government launched Mukhyamantri SHRAMIK Yojana
person’s location precisely. Job Card for Urban Poor?
(1) Jharkhand
Q.386) The Indian Space Research Organisation has initiated a 10,000 crore (2) Madhya Pradesh
project- Gaganyaan to send humans to space by which year? (3) Uttarakhand
(1) 2025 (4) Bihar
(2) 2030 Correct Answer - (1) Jharkhand
(3) 2024 Explanation:
(4) 2022 The Jharkhand government has launched an employment guarantee
Correct Answer - (4) 2022 scheme for the urban unskilled workers. The scheme will be on similar lines

of Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (1) September 30, 2020
(MGNREGA). (2) December 31, 2020
(3) March 31, 2021
Q.393) Who has been appointed head coach of the Uttarakhand cricket (4) December 31, 2021
team for the upcoming domestic season? Correct Answer - (3) March 31, 2021
(1) Wasim Jaffar Explanation:
(2) Rohit Sharma The deadline for linking biometric Aadhaar with PAN has been extended till
(3) Sachin Tendulkar March 31, 2021.
(4) VVS Laxman
Correct Answer - (1) Wasim Jaffar Q.400) According to the US, which nation remains safe haven for terror
Explanation: groups?
Former India opener and domestic stalwart Wasim Jaffer has been (1) Iran
appointed head coach of the Uttarakhand cricket team for the upcoming (2) Israel
domestic season. (3) Pakistan
(4) India
Q.394) The government has declared Kushinagar airport as an International Correct Answer - (3) Pakistan
airport. The airport is located in which state? Explanation:
(1) Jharkhand The US stated in its recent report that Pakistan continues to be a safe
(2) Bihar harbor for regionally focused terrorist groups. This was reported in the
(3) Uttar Pradesh annual Country Report on Terrorism by the US State Department. The
(4) Madhya Pradesh report stated that Pakistan continues to allow terror groups such as
Correct Answer - (3) Uttar Pradesh Lashkar e-Taiba (LeT) and Jaish-e-Mohammed (JeM) to operate from its
Explanation: territory and target India.
The Union Cabinet meeting which was chaired by Prime Minister Narendra
Modi on June 24 has approved the declaration of Kushinagar airport in Q.401) Who will launch Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar Abhiyan?
Uttar Pradesh as an International airport. (1) PM Narendra Modi
(2) Yogi Adityanath
Q.395) Which state government has partnered with Reliance Jio Tv to (3) Piyush Goyal
educate students during COVID-19 pandemic? (4) Amit Shah
(1) Punjab Correct Answer - (1) PM Narendra Modi
(2) Rajasthan Explanation:
(3) Chhattisgarh Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh
(4) Haryana Rojgar Abhiyan on June 26, 2020 through video conference. The UP Chief
Correct Answer - (4) Haryana Minister Yogi Adityanath and other Ministers of the state will also be
Explanation: present at the virtual launch.
Kanwar Pal, Education Minister of Haryana announced that The
Government of Haryana under the Chief Minister’s Distance Education Q.402) The Indira Rasoi Yojana is a new kitchen scheme launched by which
Programme signed an agreement with Reliance Jio TV to benefit around 52 state?
lakh rural students during the COVID-19 pandemic. The four channels of (1) Rajasthan
EDUSAT can be accessed through television, Laptop, desktop, tablets and (2) Gujarat
smart phones for free of cost which will be available on the Jio platform. (3) Madhya Pradesh
(4) Bihar
Q.396) Which country launched final Beidou satellite to complete GPS-like Correct Answer - (1) Rajasthan
navigation system? Explanation:
(1) Russia Rajasthan Govt will launch a new kitchen scheme named “Indira Rasoi
(2) China Yojana” for providing nutritious food to the poor and needy twice a day on
(3) India concessional rates. Rajasthan State government will spend Rs 100 crore
(4) Japan every year on the Indira Rasoi Yojana.
Explanation: Q.403) The United Nations has honoured which state’s Health minister by
China successfully launched the final member in its Beidou satellite sending invitation for UN panel discussion on World Public Service Day?
constellation completing a new global navigation system decades in the (1) Telangana
making. (2) Karnataka
(3) Kerala
Q.397) Which nation plans to set up a permanent military base in the (4) Goa
Indian Ocean? Correct Answer - (3) Kerala
(1) US Explanation:
(2) China The United Nations has honoured Kerala Health Minister KK Shailaja by
(3) Japan inviting her on panel discussion on World Public Service Day, which was on
(4) Iran June 23, 2020. She was the honored speaker from India to speak about the
Correct Answer - (4) Iran strategies that were adopted by the state to combat the pandemic.
Explanation:
Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guards Corps (IRGC) plans to establish a Q.404) The Cabinet approved extension in the term of Rohini Commission
permanent military base in the Indian Ocean by March 2021. This was till when?
announced by IRGC Navy Commander Rear Admiral Alireza Tangsiri. (1) March 2021
(2) December 2020
Q.398) West Bengal has extended its lockdown till when? (3) January 2021
(1) July 31st (4) May 2021
(2) July 1st Correct Answer - (3) January 2021
(3) July 15th Explanation:
(4) August 30th Justice Rohini Commission set up to examine the issue of the Sub-
Correct Answer - (1) July 31st categorization of Other Backward Classes has gotten its ninth extension for
Explanation: six months till January 31, 2021. The Union Cabinet chaired by Prime
The state government of West Bengal has decided to extend the ongoing Minister Narendra Modi approved the extension of the term of the
lockdown in the state till July 31, 2020. The announcement was made by commission.
WB Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee after an all-party meeting convened
on June 24, 2020 to discuss the COVID situation in the state. Q.405) The web portal ‘YUKTI 2.0’ has been launched by which ministry?
(1) Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
Q.399) What is the new deadline for linking biometric Aadhaar with PAN? (2) Ministry of Home Affairs

(3) Ministry of Finance grazing by cattle and solve the problem of stray animals on roads and for
(4) Ministry of Human Resource Development environment conservation.
Explanation: Q.411) Union minister Jitendra Singh has inaugurated” Puneja Bridge” &
Union Minister of Human Resource Development, Shri Ramesh Pokhriyal “Devika Bridge” constructed by BRO. Both the bridges located in which
‘Nishank’ has launched an initiative ‘YUKTI 2.0’ to help systematically adopt state/UT?
technologies that have commercial potential and information related to (1) Arunachal Pradesh
incubated startups in our higher education institutions. (2) Jammu & Kashmir
(3) Manipur
Q.406) MukhyamantriMatru Pushti Uphaar scheme was launched by which (4) Goa
state? Correct Answer - (2) Jammu & Kashmir
(1) Assam Explanation:
(2) Tripura Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge) Development of North
(3) Meghalaya Eastern Region (DoNER), MoS PMO, Personnel, Public Grievances &
(4) Nagaland Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space Jitendra Singh inaugurated ”Puneja
Correct Answer - (2) Tripura Bridge” in Doda district and “Devika Bridge” in Udhampur district in Jammu
Explanation: & Kashmir over a virtual platform.
Tripura government has launched MukhyamantriMatru Pushti Uphaar
scheme to provide nutrition kits to pregnant and lactating women. The Q.412) Which organization released report titled “Inclusion and Education:
scheme is a part of the state’s efforts to fight malnutrition and maternal All Means All”?
mortality. The scheme was announced by state Minister for Social Welfare (1) UNICEF
and Social Education Santana Chakma. (2) IMF
(3) UNESCO
Q.407) Which state government has launched KapuNestham scheme to (4) WEF
provide financial support to women of Kapu community? Correct Answer - (3) UNESCO
(1) Tamil Nadu Explanation:
(2) Telangana The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization’s
(3) Gujarat (UNESCO) Global Education Monitoring (GEM) Report Team launched its
(4) Andhra Pradesh 2020 Report on “Inclusion and Education: All Means All”, assessing the
Correct Answer - (4) Andhra Pradesh progress towards the Sustainable Developments Goal 4 on education and
Explanation: other SDG agendas related to education.
Andhra Pradesh CM YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the KapuNestham
scheme to provide financial support of Rs 75000/- (Rs 15000/- per annum) Q.413) The cabinet has recently (June 2020) approved participation of
to women of Kapu community. The objective of the scheme is to financially private parties in which sector?
empower Kapu women by enhancing their livelihood and living standards (1) Defence
with financial assistance. (2) Railways
(3) Insurance
Q.408) Sanjay Kumar was appointed as the chief secretary of which state? (4) Space
(1) Punjab Correct Answer - (4) Space
(2) Maharashtra Explanation:
(3) Haryana In a major reform, the Union Cabinet has approved the participation of the
(4) Odisha private sector in the entire range of space activities, including planetary
Correct Answer - (2) Maharashtra exploration missions. This information has been revealed by Minister of
Explanation: State (MoS) for Prime Minister’s Office (PMO) Jitendra Singh. The
Maharashtra government has appointed the current Additional Chief Department of Space comes under the PMO. As a part of this approval, the
Secretary, Sanjay Kumar as its Chief Secretary. He will take up the charge newly-created Indian National Space Promotion and Authorisation Centre
on July 1. He will succeed Ajoy Mehta who will retire on 30 June. Ajoy (IN-SPACe) will guide private enterprise participation in space activities and
Mehta has been named as the Principal Advisor to the Chief Minister (CM) the use of the country’s space infrastructure. Also, the Public Sector
Uddhav Thackeray & will take this position on July 1. Enterprise (PSE) ‘New Space India Limited (NSIL)’ will endeavour to re-
orient space activities from a ‘supply driven’ model to a ‘demand driven’
Q.409) Which is the best performing state (more than 50 lakh population) model, to ensure optimum utilization of our space assets.
in controlling TB as per “India TB (Tuberculosis) Report 2020”?
(1) Tamil Nadu Q.414) Who has launched a behaviour change campaign named ‘Navigating
(2) Telangana the New Normal’?
(3) Gujarat (1) NITI Aayog
(4) Andhra Pradesh (2) ICMR
Correct Answer - (3) Gujarat (3) Health Ministry
Explanation: (4) Home Ministry
On June 24, 2020, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare’s (MoHFW) Union Correct Answer - (1) NITI Aayog
Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan and its Minister of State (MoS), Ashwini Explanation:
Kumar Choubey launched the Annual “India TB (Tuberculosis) Report 2020” NITI Aayog on June 25 launched behaviour change campaign named
through a virtual event which is released by Central TB Division (CTD), ‘Navigating the New Normal’, along with its website. The campaign will
MoHFW. The salient feature of 2020 report is that for the first time CTD help people in following the norms in containing the spread of COVID-19.
introduced a quarterly ranking on TB elimination efforts by all the states
and UTs. Q.415) Which organization has partnered with International Transport
Forum of OECD to launch decarbonizing transport project in India?
Q.410) Which Indian state has announced Gothan Nyay Yojana to procure (1) Finance Commission
cow dung from cattle owners? (2) Reserve Bank of India
(1) Jharkhand (3) NITI Aayog
(2) Chhattisgarh (4) National Development Council
(3) Bihar Correct Answer - (3) NITI Aayog
Correct Answer - (2) Chhattisgarh The NITI (National Institution for Transforming India) Aayog and the
Explanation: International Transport Forum (ITF) of OECD (Organisation for Economic
Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel announced the launch of Co-operation and Development) launched the ‘Decarbonizing Transport in
'Godhan Nyay Yojana' in the state on June 25, 2020. Under the scheme, the Engineering Economies’ (DTEE) project in India.
state will procure cow dung from livestock owners at a fixed procurement
rate to make animal husbandry commercially profitable, prevent open Q.416) Which country has awarded Project Management Consultancy
(PMC) Contract of 500 MW Solar Park to NTPC?

(1) Ivory Coast (4) IIM Ahmedabad

(2) Guinea Correct Answer - (4) IIM Ahmedabad
(3) Niger Explanation:
(4) Mali In a first, Ahmedabad based Indian Institute of Management announced
Correct Answer - (4) Mali the launch of the ‘IIM Ahmedabad Endowment Fund’, with an initial
Explanation: commitment of ₹100 crore from 10 founding alumni.
The Republic of Mali awarded the Project Management Consultancy (PMC)
contract for the development of a 500 MW solar park in Mali to NTPC Q.423) Recently which state made a task force headed by Anil Parab to
Limited (formerly known as National Thermal Power Corporation Limited). study problems related to transport services amid COVID-19 crisis?
(1) Maharashtra
Q.417) Which country will host FIFA Women's World Cup 2023? (2) Assam
(1) Australia, New Zealand (3) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Colombia (4) Bihar
(3) Japan Correct Answer - (1) Maharashtra
(4) Brazil Explanation:
Correct Answer - (1) Australia, New Zealand The Maharashtra government has set up a 13-member task force headed
Explanation: by State Transport Minister Anil Parab to study problems related to
FIFA Women's World Cup 2023 will be hosted by Australia and New transport services in the state and suggest measures on how to run them
Zealand. The 37-member FIFA Council voted in an open vote to decide effectively in the wake of the COVID-19 crisis.
which country will host the Women's World Cup 2023. While Australia and
New Zealand won 22 of the 35 votes cast, Colombia won 13 votes. Q.424) Which state government announced the Vithabai Narayangaokar
lifetime achievement award to folk artist Gulabbai Sangamnerkar?
Q.418) Who among the following was named as ambassadors for the 45th (1) Assam
edition of Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2020? (2) Maharashtra
(1) Priyanka Chopra (3) Telangana
(2) Deepika Padukone (4) Odisha
(3) Anurag kashyap Correct Answer - (2) Maharashtra
(4) Both (1) and (3) Explanation:
Correct Answer - (4) Both (1) and (3) The Maharashtra government announced the Vithabai Narayangaokar
Explanation: lifetime achievement award to folk artist Gulabbai Sangamnerkar.
Actor Priyanka Chopra and Filmmaker Anurag Kashyap named among the
50 ambassadors for the 45th edition of Toronto International Film Festival Q.425) Panchayati Raj department of which state has won first prize under
(TIFF) 2020, which is to be held virtually. The festival will take place from the e-Panchayat Puraskars-2020 of the Union Ministry of Panchayati Raj?
September 10-19 with physical screenings and drive-ins, digital screenings, (1) Maharashtra
virtual red carpets, press conferences and industry talks. This is the 1st (2) Gujarat
time TIFF will launch a digital platform for the festival, offering new (3) Himachal Pradesh
opportunities to connect with audiences beyond Toronto. TIFF has (4) Rajasthan
partnered with Shift72 to develop the online platform. Correct Answer - (3) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
Q.419) Which nation has passed a bill to sanction China over Hong Kong The Himachal Pradesh state Panchayati Raj department has won first prize
security law? under the e-Panchayat Puraskars-2020 of the Union Ministry of Panchayati
(1) UK Raj.
(2) US
(3) Germany Q.426) How much amount was pledged by India to the United Nations
(4) Russia Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)
Correct Answer - (2) US over the coming two years?
Explanation: (1) $10 million
The US Senate has passed a bill that contains measures that seek impose (2) $14 million
strict sanctions against China for its decision to implement its controversial (3) $20 million
national security law on Hong Kong. The bill will now be presented in the (4) $25 million
House of Representatives. Correct Answer - (1) $10 million
Explanation:
Q.420) Which nation’s space corporation is planning to take the first tourist India has announced contributing 10 million US dollar to the United
on a spacewalk in 2023? Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East
(1) US (UNRWA) over the coming two years.
(2) France
(3) China Q.427) As per recent announcement,Urban Cooperative and Multi State
(4) Russia Cooperative banks will be brought under direct supervision of which body?
Correct Answer - (4) Russia (1) RBI
Explanation: (2) SIDBI
Energia Space Corporation in Russia announced on June 25 that it is (3) IRDA
planning on taking the first tourist on a spacewalk in 2023, under the terms (4) NABARD
of a new contract with a United States partner. Correct Answer - (1) RBI
Explanation:
Q .421) Who launched a special campaign ‘Empowering the Greater 50%? Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Prakash Javadekar
(1) Nitin Gadkari announced that Urban Cooperative and Multi State Cooperative banks will
(2) Smriti Irani be brought under direct supervision of Reserve Bank of India to ensure that
(3) Narendra Modi depositors are protected.
Correct Answer – (2) Smriti Irani Q.428) Nishtha Vidyut Mitra Scheme for women empowerment has been
Explanation: launched by?
Union Minister Smriti Irani launched a special campaign ‘Empowering the (1) Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company
Greater 50%. (2) Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation
(3) Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam
Q .422) Recently which Institute launched endowment fund of Rs 100 crore (4) Gujarat State Electricity Corporation
from alumni? Correct Answer - (1) Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company
(1) IIT Delhi Explanation:
(2) IIM Trichi The Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company has launched first of its kind
(3) IIM Lucknow scheme called the Nishtha Vidyut Mitra Scheme for women empowerment.

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has projected a deeper 4.5%

Q.429) What was the rank of India in terms of largest holder of US contraction for India in FY21 than earlier estimated, citing a longer
Government Securities at end of April? lockdown period and slower than anticipated recovery.
(1) 8th
(2) 9th Q.435) What is the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse and
(3) 10th Illicit Trafficking for year 2020?
(4) 12th (1) Adverse Health Consequences of Drug
Correct Answer - (4) 12th (2) Better Knowledge for Better Care
Explanation: (3) International Cooperation for Countering Drug Abuse
India has become the 12th largest holder of US government securities at (4) Prevention for Better Health
the end of April, with holding worth 157.4 billion dollars. The data from the Correct Answer - (2) Better Knowledge for Better Care
US Treasury Department showed that after significantly reducing the Explanation:
exposure in March to 156.5 billion dollars, India marginally hiked the Observed on June 26, the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse
holding by 0.9 billion dollars to 157.4 billion dollars the next month. and Illicit Trafficking 2020 is “Better Knowledge for Better Care”.
Q.430) Which country retained its position as Third-largest Economy in Q.436) Which state has announced “MahaParwana” initiative to attract
Terms of Purchasing Power Parity for 2017? fresh industrial investment?
(1) India (1) Odisha
(2) USA (2) West Bengal
(3) china (3) Gujarat
(4) Russia (4) Maharashtra
Correct Answer - (1) India Correct Answer - (4) Maharashtra
India has retained and consolidated its position as the third-largest The government of Maharashtra announced the “MahaParwana” to attract
economy after China and the US in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP) fresh investment in industries, for project execution, this plan will offer
for 2017, said the government quoting the World Bank data. incentives and a single window clearance system. These companies should
apply at the Maharashtra Industry, Trade and Investment Facilitation Cell
Q.431) Who launched the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Sub-ordinate Debt, (MAITRI), single window system and get an online permission within 48
CGSSD? hours.
(2) Smriti Irani Q.437) Recently PM Narendra Modi launched Atma Nirbhar Rojgar Yojana’
(3) Narendra Modi for migrant workers in which state?
(4) Nitin Gadkari (1) Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer - (4) Nitin Gadkari (2) Assam
Explanation: (3) Bihar
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises, MSME, Minister Nitin Gadkari (4) Telangana
launched the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Sub-ordinate Debt, CGSSD. Correct Answer - (1) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
Q.432) As per India Ratings and Reaserch,India’s GDP to contract by how Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Atma Nirbhar Uttar Pradesh
much percent in FY 21? Rojgar Abhiyan, a campaign to provide employment to 1.25 crore migrant
(1) 5.3% workers and others in Uttar Pradesh, who lost their jobs during the corona
(2) 5.1% virus pandemic.
(3) 5.5%
(4) 5.9% Q.438) What is India’s rank in terms of money parked by its citizens and
Correct Answer - (1) 5.3% enterprises with Swiss banks at the end of 2019?
Explanation: (1) 78
India’s real gross domestic product in Financial Year 2020-21 could contract (2) 74
5.3 per cent, said India Ratings and Research as it flagged the “disorder” (3) 77
caused to the economy by Covid-19 and the nationwide lockdown to (4) 76
contain the disease. Correct Answer - (3) 77
Explanation:
Q.433) Which of the following football club has won the English Premier INDIA has moved down three places to 77th rank in terms of money parked
League 2019-20? by its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks at the end of 2019, while
(1) Arsenal the UK has retained its top position, as per the latest data from
(2) Chelsea Switzerland's central bank.
(3) Liverpool
(4) Manchester City Q.439) Which organisation launched behaviour change campaign
Correct Answer - (3) Liverpool ‘navigating the new normal’?
Explanation: (1) RBI
Liverpool clinched the 2019-20 English Premier League season with 7 (2) Niti Aayog
games still left in the season. This is the first time that Liverpool has won (3) Irda
the English Premier League title. As of 26th June 2020, Liverpool by (4) SIDBI
winning 28 of their 31 games in the season has accumulated 86 points. Correct Answer - (2) Niti Aayog
Manchester City with 63 points in 31 games is at the second place of the Explanation:
standing table. With 7 games remaining in the season, 3 points are being NITI Aayog launched behaviour change campaign ‘Navigating the New
awarded for winning a game, if Liverpool loses their remaining 7 games as Normal’ and its website to help people follow norms to contain the spread
well then also Manchester City can finish the 2019-20 season with a of Covid-19.
maximum of 84 points. Image result for Niti Aayog
Q.434) As per IMF, Indian economy will contract by how much percent this Q.440) The Swavalamban Crisis Responsive Fund has been launched by
fiscal? which organisation?
(1) 4.5% (1) RBI
(2) 5.9% (2) SIDBI
(3) 5.5% (3) SEBI
(4) 4.0% (4) NABARD
Correct Answer - (1) 4.5% Correct Answer - (2) SIDBI
The Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) has set up
‘Swavalamban Crisis Responsive Fund’ to support free on boarding for

micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) on trade receivables

discounting system (TReDS). The initiative aims to offer relief to the MSMEs Q.447) Name the indigeneously developed Advanced Torpedo Decoy
from severely crunched cash flow, during these challenging times. The free System recently inducted by the Indian Navy?
on boarding of MSMEs would be available till September 2000. It is an (1) Karaal
open-ended fund with the target to onboard 10,000 MSMEs during this (2) Bheeshma
period. (3) Maareech
(4) Keshari
Q.441) Name the first ever country in the world to make use of drone to Correct Answer - (3) Maareech
carry out locust control operations? Explanation:
(1) Bangladesh The Indian Navy has inducted the Advanced Torpedo Decoy System
(2) Myanmar ‘Maareech’ in its fleet on 26 June 2020, to further enhance the Anti-
(3) India Submarine Warfare capability of the Indian Navy. Maareech is capable of
(4) Sri Lanka being fired from all frontline warships.
Explanation: Q.448) NASA has decided to rename its Washington DC headquarter after
India has become the first country in the world to control locust by using whom?
drones, as the Centre deployed drones, tractor mounted sprayers and fire (1) Christine Darden
tender vehicles to undertake locust control in the country. (2) Dorothy Vaughan
(3) Katherine Johnson
Q.442) Which of the following airport has become the first in India to get (4) Mary W. Jackson
AWMS technology at both ends of runway? Correct Answer - (4) Mary W. Jackson
(1) Kempegowda International Airport Explanation:
(2) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport NASA Administrator Jim Bridenstine has announced that the agency’s
(3) Biju Patnaik International Airport headquarters building in Washington, D.C., will be named after Mary W.
(4) Jaipur International Airport Jackson, the first African American female engineer at NASA. It would be
Correct Answer - (1) Kempegowda International Airport called as Mary W. Jackson NASA Headquarters.
Explanation:
The Bangalore International Airport Limited (BIAL), which operates Q.449) Which country has topped the ranking in terms of money parked by
Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru (BLR Airport) has recently its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks at the end of 2019?
installed an indigenously-developed Aviation Weather Monitoring System (1) China
(AWMS) at its new runway (south runway) on both ends. (2) USA
(3) UK
Q.443) Financial services startup Navi Technologies has launched ‘Navi (4) New Zealand
Lending’ app. The startup has been founded by which business tycoon? Correct Answer - (3) UK
(1) Mukesh Ambani Explanation:
(2) Sachin Bansal UK has retained its top position, accounting for close to 27 percent of the
(3) Vijay Shekhar Sharma total foreign funds parked with Swiss banks at the end of 2019.
(4) Anand Piramal
Correct Answer - (2) Sachin Bansal Q.450) What is the theme of the 2020 National Statistics Day?
Explanation: (1) SDG- 1 & SDG- 7
Bengaluru-headquartered Navi Technologies, a financial services startup (2) SDG- 4 & SDG- 6
founded by Flipkart co-founder Sachin Bansal, has launched a mobile app (3) SDG- 3 & SDG- 5
to provide instant personal loans, targeted at consumers in the middle- (4) SDG-3 & SDG- 8
income segment. The ‘Navi Lending’ app will provide instant loans of up to Correct Answer - (3) SDG- 3 & SDG- 5
Rs 5 lakh with repayment tenures of up to 36 months. Explanation:
The theme of Statistics Day, 2020 is SDG- 3 (Ensure healthy lives and
Q.444) According to TB Report 2020, how many TB patients have been promote well-being for all at all ages) & SDG- 5 (Achieve gender equality
notified in 2019? and empower all women and girls).
(1) 35 lakh
(2) 25 lakh
(3) 30 lakh
(4) 24 lakh --------------x-------------
Correct Answer - (4) 24 lakh
Explanation:
Health Minister Dr Harsh Vardhan released the annual TB Report 2020
through a virtual event. Our PDF Catalogue: http://bit.ly/PDF_Catalogue
Q.445) Which city topped in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report 2020′ by
startup Genome?
(1) London
(2) New York
(3) New Delhi
(4) California
Correct Answer - (4) California
Explanation:
Two Indian cities made it onto the top 40 of the world’s most favourable
ecosystems to build a globally successful startup, topped by the Silicon
Valley in California.
Q.446) Who is set to become the first female president of Marylebone

Cricket Club in its 233-year history?
(1) Gita Gopinath
(2) Joicy Roy
(3) Andrena Smith
(4) Clare Connor
Correct Answer - (4) Clare Connor
Explanation:
Former England women’s captain Clare Connor is to become the first
female president of Marylebone Cricket Club in its 233-year history.

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Q.1) Who has been appointed as a member of the Olympic (3) Mohit Gupta
Channel Commission? (4) Leo Puri
(1) SN Srinivasan
(2) Thomas Bach Q.10) Missile Park ‘Agneeprastha’ will be set up at which of the
(3) Sebastian Coe following Indian Navy establishment?
(4) Narinder Batra (1) INS Kakinada
(2) INS Garuda
Q.2) Who launched the facility of instant PAN through Aadhaar (3) INS Karna
based e-KYC on 28 May? (4) INS Kalinga
(2) Anurag Thakur Q.11) Who has been appointed as independent director of IndiGo?
(3) Narendra Modi (1) A K Sikri
(4) Amit Shah (2) Venkataramani Sumantran
(3) Suman Gawani
Q.3) Recently Shehan Madushanka was suspended from all forms (4) Abhas Jha
of Cricket. He belongs to which country?
(1) Pakistan Q.12) Recently Rbi imposed a penalty of ₹ 5 cr on which bank for
(2) Afghanistan non-compliance with certain provisions, including those related
(3) India with NPA?
(4) SriLanka (1) Central Bank of India
(2) Bank of India
Q.4) Recently the 36th National Games was postponed. It was (3) IDBI Bank
scheduled to be happen in which state? (4) SBI
(1) Karnataka
(2) Bihar Q.13) Which organisation release the report "Children in monetary
(3) Mp poor households and COVID-19: Technical Note"?
(4) Goa (1) UNICEF
(2) UNESCO
Q.5) Who is set to become Kerala’s First Woman DGP? (3) UNIDO
(1) R Sreelekha (4) UNWTO
(2) Sreelakshmi Nair
(3) Laxmi Mishra Q.14) Government has launched India’s national Artificial
(4) Naina Singh Intelligence Portal. What is the address of the portal?
(1) www.ai.gov.nic.in
Q.6) Which country has joined G7 artificial intelligence group to (2) www.ai.gov.in
counter China? (3) www.ai.gov.co.in
(1) Russia (4) www.ai.gov.org.in
(2) Japan
(3) India Q.15) What is the theme of this year International Day of UN
(4) USA Peacekeepers?
(1) Women in Peacekeeping: A Key to Peace
Q.7) How much loan was granted to India to upgrade 450 kms of (2) Protecting Civilians Protecting Peace
state highways and major district roads in Maharashtra by Asian (3) 70 years of Service and Sacrifice
Development Bank? (4) Investing in peace around the world
(1) $180 million
(2) $300 million Q.16) Which state launch a project that aims to provide free
(3) $200 million internet access to the poor in the State?
(4) $177 million (1) Sikkim
(2) Kerala
Q.8) Which company has launched a new app ‘Sodar’ that will help (3) Karnataka
you maintain social distance? (4) Assam
(1) Google
(2) Facebook Q.17) Which state has decided to maintain a 'State Health Register'
(3) Amazon of all citizens?
(4) Microsoft (1) Assam
(2) Maharashtra
Q.9) Who has been appointed as one of the co-founder of Zomato (3) Delhi
by Deepinder Goyal, Founder and Chief Executive Officer? (4) Karnataka
(1) Tapan Singhel
(2) Dipankar Datta
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Q.18) Which among the following is the only nation to report a Q.28) Who has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer
marginal rise in crude steel output in April 2020? and Managing Director of Wipro effective from 6th July 2020?
(1) Japan (1) Thierry Delaporte
(2) US (2) Adidali Neemuchwala
(3) China (3) Sanjay Jha
(4) South Korea (4) Nikesh Arora
Q.19) NABARD has extended Rs. 1,050 crores special liquidity Q.29) Who was the first CM of Chhattisgarh who passed away at
facility (SLF) to which state recently for FY21? the age of 74 in Raipur, Chhattisgarh?
(1) Karnataka (1) Hemant Soren
(2) Uttar Pradesh (2) Bhupesh Baghel
(3) Tamil Nadu (3) Ajit Jogi
(4) West Bengal (4) Raman Singh
Q.20) Which company launched an experimental app named Q.30) Who has detected a new species of silver colored small
'Collab' that lets users make short music videos? freshwater fish "Puntius sanctus" of the Cyprinidae family in
(1) Microsoft Velankanni, Tamil Nadu?
(2) Facebook (1) Mathews Plamoottil
(3) Amazon (2) Biswa Vairamuthu
(4) Google (3) Trisha Krishnan
(4) Jagdish Mukhi
Q.21) Name of the company which has acquired Amsterdam based
Etergo BV to launch 2-wheeler Electric Vehicles? Q.31) Who has been nominated by the BCCI for Rajiv Gandhi Khel
(1) Ola Electric Ratna Award 2020?
(2) Tata Nexon EV (1) Rohit Sharma
(3) Maruti Suzuki (2) Virat Kohli
(4) Hyundai Kona Electric (3) Shikhar Dhawan
(4) KL Rahul
Q.22) Which country has become the largest equity FDI source of
India as per latest data (2019-20)? Q.32) Who among the following has been nominated by the BCCI
(1) Myanmar for Arjuna Awards?
(2) Singapore (1) KL Rahul
(3) Mauritius (2) Shikhar Dhawan
(4) United States (3) Ravindra Jadeja
(4) Jasprit Bumrah
Q.23) What is name of the Director-General of Sports Authority of
India who has been given an extension for a period of 2 years? Q.33) Which nation has ended its relationship with the World
(1) Vishal Sikka Health Organisation?
(2) Anshu Jain (1) US
(3) C. P. Gurnani (2) China
(4) Sandip Mukund Pradhan (3) Japan
(4) India
Q.24) Name the newly appointed CEO of food regulator FSSAI?
(1) Arun Singhal Q.34) Which state have launched Rozgar Setu’ scheme for skilled
(2) Praveen Bajwa workers?
(3) Suman Naik (1) Jharkhand
(4) Ashok Dhiman (2) Assam
(3) Uttar Pradesh
Q.25) Which of the following aircraft that has been recently (4) Madhya Pradesh
inducted by the Indian Air Force?
(1) Tejas CK-145 Q.35) Which among the following space agencies recently
(2) MiG-21 launched astronauts to the ISS on a commercially-made spacecraft
(3) Mirage 2000 after almost nine years?
(4) Tejas Mk-1 FOC (1) ESA
(2) CNSA
Q.26) The National Aeronautics and Space Administration renamed (3) NASA
its Wide Field Infrared Survey Telescope as? (4) Roscosmos
(2) Nancy Grace Roman Space Telescope Q.36) The Labour Ministry launched online skills training course in
(3) Hubble legacy Space Telescope partnership with which company?
(4) Legend Grace Space Telescope (1) TCS
(2) Wipro
Q.27) Which state announced the development of 800 km herbal (3) HCL
roads along the state and national highways through the state? (4) Infosys
(1) Uttarakhand
(2) Uttar Pradesh Q.37) Which among the following countries has seen widespread
(3) Rajasthan protests over the death of African American George Floyd in police
(4) Haryana custody?
(1) UK
(2) US

(3) Australia (1) 10

(4) Netherlands (2) 17
(3) 23
Q.38) NABARD has extended how much Rs special liquidity facility (4) 29
to West Bengal so far in the current fiscal year for the welfare of
farmers and poor people in the state? Q.48) Which among these brands has topped the Brand Finance’s
(1) Rs 1,050 crore 2020 Brand Value Report 5000?
(2) Rs 4,050 crore (1) Microsoft
(3) Rs 2,050 crore (2) Amazon
(4) Rs 3,050 crore (3) Samsung
(4) Google
Q.39) Which country was the top source of foreign direct
investment into India for the second consecutive financial year? Q.49) The World Athletics anti-doping body handed a four year
(1) SriLanka ban to which indian sports person?
(2) Thailand (1) Kiranjeet Kaur
(3) Russia (2) M. R. Poovamma
(4) Singapore (3) Kunjarani Devi
(4) K. T. Irfan
Q.40) Recently India Observatory has come up with a Geographic
Information System (GIS)-enabled dashboard. Name it? Q.50) Who among the following has been nominated for Rajiv
(1) Coast Gandhi Khel Ratna Award by Boxing Federation of India?
(2) Vayu (1) Manish Kaushik
(3) InCo (2) Shiva Thapa
(4) InCoast (3) Gaurav Solanki
(4) Amit Pangal
Q.41) Which country has come up with a ‘One Sun One World One
Grid’ (OSOWOG) initiative to set up a framework for facilitating Q.51) Who among the following has been nominated for Arjuna
global cooperation? Awards by the Boxing Federation?
(1) USA (1) Nikhat Zareen
(2) India (2) Laishram Sarita Devi
(3) France (3) Lovlina Borgohain
(4) China (4) Pinki Rani
Q.42) Who laid the foundation stone for a Missile Park named Q.52) Find the city which has topped among Indian cities in “2020
'Agneeprastha' in Visakhapatnam? Cities Global Ranking of Startup Ecosystem” report.
(1) Jitendra Singh (1) Chennai
(2) Biswa Vairamuthu (2) Bengaluru
(3) Rajesh Debnath (3) Mumbai
(4) Jagdish Mukhi (4) New Delhi
Q.43) The central government has approved how much package Q.53) The United Nations Security Council has extended the
for distressed MSMEs? individual sanctions, travel ban and an arms embargo in which
(1) Rs 20000 crore country until May 2021?
(2) Rs 30000 crore (1) South Sudan
(3) Rs 25000 crore (2) North Korea
(4) Rs 40000 crore (3) China
(4) Russia
Q.44) How much amount was approved by Centre government for
the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission in Chhattisgarh during Q.54) How many Rajya Sabha seats will be up for elections on June
2020-21? 19?
(1) ₹500 cr (1) 17
(2) ₹335 cr (2) 18
(3) ₹450 cr (3) 21
(4) ₹445 cr (4) 15
Q.45) Who has been appointed as new CEO of Carat India? Q.55) When will UN Security Council elections be held?
(1) RS Dhillon (1) June 17th
(2) Nirvan Joshi (2) June 15th
(3) Nilesh Shah (3) June 30th
(4) Anita Kotwani (4) September 12th
Q.46) Which country has topped the StartupBlink’s Startup Q.56) Who assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Steel, Govt. of
Ecosystem Rankings Report 2020? India on 1 June 2020?
(1) Israel (1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi
(2) United Kingdom (2) Binoy Kumar
(3) United States (3) Giriraj Goswami
(4) Germany (4) Piyush Tripathi
Q.47) What is the rank of India in the Startup Ecosystem Rankings

Report 2020 by StartupBlink?

Q.57) Which institute has helped triple the number of Irrawaddy (2) Switzerland
dolphins in Odisha's Chilika lake, asia's largest natural water (3) Denmark
reservoir? (4) USA
(1) IIT Bombay
(2) IIT Madras Q.67) Who will chair the IBBI advisory committee on service
(3) IIT Indore providers?
(4) IIT Tirupati (1) Sanjay Sharma
(2) Bimal Patel
Q.58) NTPC has collaborated with which Bank to provide learning (3) Akshay Gupta
opportunities to its 19,000+ employees and their family members (4) TV Mohandas Pai
amid nationwide lockdown?
(1) HSBC Bank Q.68) Who launched technology-based solution named as
(2) World Bank CHAMPIONS for MSME sector, in New Delhi?
(3) The Asian Development Bank (1) Prakash Javedkar
(4) The New Development Bank (2) Nitin Gadkari
Q.59) Which state has launched a corona mobile application to (4) Narendra Modi
provide information regarding hospital beds and ventilators?
(1) Maharashtra Q.69) Which organisation along with 37 nations and numerous
(2) Delhi partners has launched a ‘COVID-19 Technology Access Pool’?
(3) Madhya Pradesh (1) WHO
(4) Karnataka (2) UNICEF
(3) UNESCO
Q.60) Which state's Chief Minister and three state cabinet (4) ILO
ministers are under self-quarantine after tourism minister, tested
positive for COVID-19 virus? Q.70) Who took charge as Deputy Managing Director at Export-
(1) Rajasthan Import Bank of India (Exim Bank)?
(2) Uttarakhand (1) Manoj Pillai
(3) Maharashtra (2) Sanjay Singh
(4) Uttar Pradesh (3) Mohammed Mustafa
(4) Harsha Bangari
Q.61) Who is the new Chairman of the board of Twitter Inc?
(1) Jesse Cohn Q.71) Which nation is the smallest ever nation to secure a UNSC
(2) Jack Dorsey seat?
(3) Patrick Pichette (1) St. Vincent and the Grenadines
(4) Egon Durban (2) Estonia
(3) Tunisia
Q.62) Which Bank has partnered with Chalo to launch contactless (4) Niger
card for bus passengers?
(1) IDBI Bank Q.72) PM Narendra Modi will be holding a high-level summit with
(2) Yes Bank the Prime Minister of which nation?
(3) SBI (1) Japan
(4) PNB (2) New Zealand
(3) South Africa
Q.63) Which scheme was launched by the government to provide (4) Australia
affordable loans to street vendors?
(1) PM SVANIDHI Q.73) Which organisation launched Khelo India e-Pathshala, an
(2) PM SEVA online coaching programme for grassroot level?
(3) PMMVY (1) Sports Authority of India
(4) PMAAY (2) Nasscom
(3) Niti Aayog
Q.64) Recently which scheme was announced by the centre to (4) IOC
benefit small businesses and cottage industries?
(1) Mudra Shishu Q.74) What is theme of this year World Menstrual Hygiene Day?
(2) Arogya Lakshmi (1) Periods in Pandemic
(3) Kishor Shishu (2) Its time for action
(4) Vayu (3) Good Hygiene
(4) Hygiene Management
Q.65) Former External Affairs Ministry spokesperson Raveesh
Kumar has been appointed as India's Next Ambassador to which Q.75) What is the theme of this year’s World Milk Day?
nation? (1) The 20th Anniversary of World Milk Day
(1) Finland (2) Drink Milk-Today and Everyday
(2) Poland (3) Drink Move be strong
(3) Belgium (4) Commitment to Feeding
(4) Sweden
Q.76) Which nation will host the Global Vaccine Summit?
Q.66) Which country has launched the world’s first app that (1) France
utilised the Exposure Notification API developed by Apple and (2) Italy
Google? (3) UK
(1) Germany (4) US

(4) Responsible AI for Youth

Q.77) Which city will host the 51st annual summit of the World
Economic Forum? Q.87) Which Indian port trust has been renamed as Syama Prasad
(1) Seol Mookerjee Port trust?
(2) Davos (1) Kolkata Port Trust
(3) Berlin (2) Paradip Port Trust
(4) Sydney (3) Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust
(4) Visakhapatnam Port Trust
Q.78) Which Indian institution has emerged as the best institute in
the THE Asia University Rankings 2020? Q.88) Name the Indian author who has been conferred with the
(1) IISc Bangalore 2020 Commonwealth Short Story Prize for the Asia region?
(2) IISc Ropar (1) Rohinton Mistry
(3) IISc Delhi (2) Kritika Pandey
(4) IISc Indore (3) Manu Joseph
(4) Nikita Singh
Q.79) Recently The government has launched the Kisan Credit
Cards campaign to benefit how many dairy farmers? Q.89) Legendary Filmmaker Basu Chatterjee passed away on June
(1) 1.5 cr 4, 2020. He had won a National Award for which film?
(2) 2.0 cr (1) Khatta Meetha
(3) 2.2 cr (2) Rajnigandha
(4) 2.5 cr (3) Chhoti Si Baat
(4) Durga
Q.80) How much amount was transferred by government to 9.67
crore farmers under PM-KISAN during lockdown? Q.90) Which among the following days is marked on June 5 every
(1) ₹10 k cr year?
(2) ₹15 k cr (1) World Environment Day
(3) ₹19 k cr (2) International Yoga Day
(4) ₹20 k cr (3) World Wildlife Day
(4) World Soil Day
Q.81) The United States has issued an order seeking suspension of
flights from which nation? Q.91) In which state, Kondapochamma Sagar project was
(1) Russia Inaugurated?
(2) China (1) Maharashtra
(3) India (2) Telangana
(4) France (3) Assam
(4) Odisha
Q.82) Who took over the charge as Secretary in the Ministry of
Steel? Q.92) Which country will host the 2022 AFC Women’s Asian
(1) Pradip Kumar Tripathi Football Cup?
(2) Sanjay Singh (1) Malaysia
(3) Abhinav Sharma (2) India
(4) Vikas Chaturvedi (3) Japan
(4) Indonesia
Q.83) The Union Cabinet has approved an MoU on cooperation in
environment protection between India and which nation? Q.93) Who launched the ‘#iCommit’ initiative on World
(1) Bangladesh Environment Day?
(2) Nepal (1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
(3) Sri Lanka (2) Ravi Shankar Prasad
(4) Bhutan (3) RK Singh
(4) Piyush Goyal
Q.84) Which among these is the first bank in the country to launch
mobile app-based facility for opening current accounts in a Q.94) Which initiative was launched by government to conduct
paperless manner? skill mapping of citizens returning under VBM?
(1) Punjab National Bank (1) SWADES
(2) Canara Bank (2) AAROGYA
(3) IndusInd Bank (3) SWABIMAN
(4) State Bank of India (4) VANDANA
Q.85) Which two countries are involved in the implementation of Q.95) How many pacts have been signed between India and
the Kohala Hydroelectric Power project? Australia during the first ever India-Australia bilateral virtual
(1) India and China summit held on 4 June 2020?
(2) India and Pakistan (1) 9
(3) Pakistan and China (2) 12
(4) India and Bangladesh (3) 6
(4) 15
Q.86) Which of the following Program launched recently for the
youth to empower the youth of India? Q.96) Who has been appointed as the new Indian Ambassador to
(1) Responsible Society for Youth the World Trade Organization (WTO)?
(2) Responsible Skillset for Youth (1) JS Deepak
(3) Responsible Mindset for Youth (2) Brajendra Navnit

(3) Manoj Kumar (3) Haryana

(4) Nimish Rustagi (4) Chhattisgarh
Q.97) Who among the following has recently been selected as the Q.107) Who was appointed as the brand ambassador of Adidas
brand ambassador for sports brand Adidas India? recently?
(1) Manushi Chhillar (1) ManushiChhillar
(2) Shruti Hassan (2) Priyanka Chopra
(3) Vartika Singh (3) YuktaMukhi
(4) Suman Rao (4) Diana Hayden
Q.98) India has pledged how much amount for the Global Alliance Q.108) The NBFC company IIFL Finance has roped whom as its first
for Vaccines and Immunisation? ever brand ambassador?
(1) USD 15 million (1) Sonu Sood
(2) USD 20 million (2) Rohit Sharma
(3) USD 10 million (3) Virat Kohli
(4) USD 5 million (4) Akshay Kumar
Q.99) The mobile app “MeraVetan” has been launched by which Q.109) Central government approved Rs. 812 Crores to which state
state to provide salary-related information to government for the implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission?
employees? (1) Jharkhand
(1) Delhi (2) Odisha
(2) Assam (3) Tamil Nadu
(3) Jammu & Kashmir (4) Goa
(4) Rajasthan
Q.110) Which private sector bank has introduced the 1st of its kind
Q.100) Which state government has launched an App for app to open current accounts?
Information on Vacant Hospital Beds, Ventilators? (1) YES Bank
(1) Kerala (2) ICICI Bank
(2) Delhi (3) RBL Bank
(3) Odisha (4) IndusInd Bank
(4) Maharashtra
Q.111) Which country has proposed the expansion of the G7
Q.101) ‘Spandan Campaign’ has been launched by which state to grouping as G7+4, which includes India, Australia, South Korea and
check mental stress and depression among the police personnel? Russia?
(1) Haryana (1) United States
(2) Gujarat (2) Italy
(3) Chhattisgarh (3) France
(4) Himachal Pradesh (4) Germany
Q.102) Who launched a national awareness campaign on Q.112) Who has been conferred with the EY World Entrepreneur
Prevention of Human, Animal Mortality on Highways on June 5? of the Year 2020 (WEOY)?
(1) Nitin Gadkari (1) Naina Lal Kidwai
(2) Prakash Javadekar (2) Arundhati Bhattacharya
(3) Piyush Goyal (3) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
(4) Amit Shah (4) Chanda Kochhar
Q.103) Which company has announced the launch of a programme Q.113) Who was announced as the winner of regional award for
for agritech start-ups in India that are committed to driving Asia in 2020 Commonwealth short story prize for her story "The
transformation in agriculture? Great Indian Tee and Snakes" - about love in an age of hatred and
(1) Flipkart prejudice?
(2) Microsoft (1) Kritika Pandey
(3) Amazon (2) Ashwin Sanghi
(4) Google (3) Jeet Thayil
(4) Nayantara Sahgal
Q.104) Which Union Ministry has launched the information
booklet- 'Safe online learning in the times of COVID-19'? Q.114) Find the private bank which partnered with Mastercard
(1) Home Ministry India &Worldline India to launch ‘Soft POS’.
(2) Health Ministry (1) DBS Bank
(3) HRD Ministry (2) ICICI Bank
(4) WCD Ministry (3) Axis Bank
(4) HDFC Bank
Q.105) What was the theme of World Environment Day 2020?
(1) Zero Tolerance for the Illegal Wildlife trade Q.115) The product ‘Summer Treats’ has been launched by which
(2) Beat Plastic Pollution bank to help banks customers meet their post lockdown needs?
(3) Connecting People to Nature (1) ICICI Bank
(4) Biodiversity (2) HDFC Bank
Q.106) Which state has launched “Spandan” campaign for police? (4) Punjab National Bank
(1) Punjab
(2) Goa

Q.116) Who is appointed as the president of the Confederation of

Indian Industry (CII)? Q.126) Which state/UT has launched India’s 1st “online waste
(1) Uday Kotak management platform” recently.
(2) V Narendran (1) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Padmaja Chunduru (2) West Bengal
(4) Ramaswami Kumar (3) Gujarat
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.117) Name the Indian airport which has bagged the award for
ACI Asia-Pacific Green Airports Platinum Recognition 2020? Q.127) Which state government launched MeraVetan App to
(1) Kempegowda International Airport provide salary related information to employees?
(2) Indira Gandhi International Airport (1) Jammu and Kashmir
(3) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport (2) Maharashtra
(4) Chhatrapati Shivaji International Airport (3) Sikkim
(4) Uttar Pradesh
Q.118) Which space agency has partnered with NASA to host a
deep-space ground station to support human spaceflight missions Q.128) Which state government implemented Food forest’ project
to the Moon, Mars and beyond? in tribal belts of Attapady?
(1) Roscosmos (1) Kerala
(2) JAXA (2) Assam
(3) CNSA (3) Mizoram
(4) SANSA (4) Odisha
Q.119) Facebook to acquire 9.9% stake in Jio Platforms through Q.129) Which campaign was initiated by Power Minister RK Singh
which company? on the occasion of World Environment Day?
(1) Jaadhu Holdings LLC (1) iCommit
(2) Keiretsu Holdings LLC (2) iSave
(3) Berkshire Hathaway Holdings LLC (3) iDay
(4) ChaebolHoldings LLC (4) iEnvironment
Q.120) Who authored the book titled, “The Dry Fasting Miracle: Q.130) Which scheme was launched by government on occasion of
From Deprive to Thrive” (Co-author – Sheikh Abdulaziz)? World Environment Day to develop 200 Urban Forests across
(1) Luke Coutinho country in the next 5 years?
(2) Deepak Chopra (1) Save Van
(3) John Ratey (2) Pedh Sahai
(4) Brian Keane (3) Setu Vayu
(4) Nagar Van
Q.121) Which state/UT government has proposed Dinkar yojana in
the state/UT budget? Q.131) which state government gave Rs 10,000 each to 2.62 lakh
(1) Maharashtra auto, cab drivers in state?
(2) Gujarat (1) Assam
(3) Punjab (2) Telangana
(4) West Bengal (3) Maharashtra
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.122) Who has been appointed as the UNADAP’s ‘Goodwill
Ambassador to the Poor’? Q.132) As per the latest survey data of the National Tiger
(1) Nethra Conservation Authority (NTCA), how many tigers died in India
(2) Krithika during the period between 2012 and 2019?
(3) Chitra (1) 750
(4) Divya (2) 890
(3) 410
Q.123) Which company launched Telematics-Based ‘Pay-As-You- (4) 580
Drive’ Cover for Private Cars?
(1) Tata AIG General Insurance Q.133) Which state of India accounted for highest number of tigers
(2) New India Assurance deaths during 2012-2019, as per the survey report of National
(3) United India Insurance Tiger Conservation Authority (NTCA)?
(4) IDBI Federal Insurance (1) West Bengal
(2) Madhya Pradesh
Q.124) Virtual Global Vaccine Summit 2020 was hosted by which (3) Assam
country? (4) Gujarat
(1) USA
(2) China Q.134) What is the theme of UN World Oceans Day 2020?
(3) UK (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
(4) Russia (2) Our Oceans: greening our future
(3) Our Oceans, Our Future
Q.125) Which bank launched India’s 1st mobile app-based facility (4) Healthy Oceans, Healthy Planet
for opening current accounts?
(1) Federal Bank Q.135) What is the theme of the World Food Safety Day (WFSD)?
(2) IndusInd Bank (1) Good Food For Healthy Life
(3) SBI (2) Safe Food for Safe Future
(4) Kotak Mahindra Bank (3) Food Safety, Everyone’s Business

(4) Food Safety our Responsibility Q.146) Several lawmakers from around the world have formed an
Inter-Parliamentary Alliance to counter which nation?
Q.136) Which nation has declared itself COVID virus-free? (1) United States
(1) Australia (2) Iran
(2) South Korea (3) China
(3) Sweden (4) Israel
(4) New Zealand
Q.147) Who were named the Womens Super League champions
Q.137) Which place has been declared as Uttarakhand’s new 2020?
summer capital? (1) Chelsea
(1) Rishikesh (2) The Blues
(2) Kashipur (3) Aston Villa
(3) Ramnagar (4) Manchester City
(4) Bhararisen
Q.148) Which country has topped the Environment Performance
Q.138) Which state topped India’s State Food Safety Index among Index 2020?
larger states? (1) Greece
(1) Madhya Pradesh (2) Switzerland
(2) Gujarat (3) Norway
(3) Maharashtra (4) Denmark
(4) Telangana
Q.149) What is India's Rank on Environment Performance Index
Q.139) Which Union Territory topped India's Food Safety Index? 2020?
(1) Delhi (1) 165
(2) Andaman & Nicobar Islands (2) 166
(3) Puducherry (3) 167
(4) Chandigarh (4) 168
Q.140) Which state government launched India’s first online waste Q.150) What is the theme of 2020 World Oceans Day?
management platform? (1) Innovation for a Sustainable Ocean
(1) Jharkhand (2) Ocean Pollution
(2) Assam (3) Gender and the Ocean
(3) Maharashtra (4) Preventing plastic pollution
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.151) India assured to reconstruct 56 schools in which country?
Q.141) Which state has made Bande Utkala Janani its state song? (1) Bhutan
(1) Odisha (2) Myanmar
(2) Tripura (3) Sri Lanka
(3) Manipur (4) Nepal
(4) Jharkhand
Q.152) Who has been appointed as the head of Search and
Q.142) Which state started a tree plantation campaign called Assistant of Google?
'Thanks Mom'? (1) Nivedita Sharma
(1) Utar Pradesh (2) Sundar Pichai
(2) Andhra Pradesh (3) Ben Gomes
(3) Arunachal Pradesh (4) Prabhakar Raghavan
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Q.153) Which state governemtn has launched "Raj Kaushal Portal"
Q.143) India signed an agreement recently with which nation to and "Online Shramik Employment Exchange"?
boost cooperation in the power sector? (1) Punjab
(1) Switzerland (2) Rajasthan
(2) Germany (3) Bihar
(3) Denmark (4) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Norway
Q.154) A massive fire erupted in an well located in which among
Q.144) Who becomes the first Indian to receive the Richard the following states?
Dawkins Award 2020? (1) Tripura
(1) Rohit Sharma (2) Assam
(2) Javed Akhtar (3) Tamil Nadu
(3) N. Modi (4) Andhra Pradesh
(4) Virat Kohli
Q.155) Which company has signed the United Nations Global
Q.145) Union government has announced no new schemes will be Compact’s (UNGC) initiative to reduce the CO2 emissions?
launched till ______. (1) TCS
(1) January 1, 2021 (2) Tech Mahindra
(2) June 30, 2021 (3) CTS
(3) December 31, 2021 (4) L&T
(4) March 31, 2021
Q.156) Who has been appointed as chairperson of the British
Academy of Film and Television Arts?

(1) Alok Sharma

(2) Rishi Sunak Q.167) What is India’s rank in Deep Knowledge Group’s safest
(3) Priti Patel country in the world from COVID- 19?
(4) Krishnendu Majumdar (1) 56
(2) 72
Q.157) Name the company which has launched ‘Sodar’ app to help (3) 189
people maintain social distancing. (4) 121
(1) IBM
(2) Microsoft Q.168) Name the airborne rescue pod designed and developed by
(3) Facebook Indian Air Force for the coronavirus patients?
(4) Google (1) ARPIT
(2) AYUSH
Q.158) Which cricketer has been signed up as brand ambassador (3) AKASH
of IIFL Finance? (4) AMRIT
(1) Rohit Sharma
(2) Virat Kohli Q.169) Which State Government inaugurated Rozgar Setu Portal?
(3) MS Dhoni (1) Maharashtra
(4) Shikhar Dhawan (2) Gujarat
(3) Karnataka
Q.159) Name the world’s 1st ‘Internet-controlled’ robot which was (4) Madhya Pradesh
specially designed for COVID-19 hospitals.
(1) M-Bot Q.170) Who among the following has been named as EY World
(2) Mobot Entrepreneur Of The Year 2020.
(3) I-Bot (1) Savitri Jindal
(4) Coro-bot (2) Roshni Nadar
(3) Gautam Adani
Q.160) North Korea has cut off its hotlines with which nation? (4) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw
(1) South Korea
(2) China Q.171) Who chairs the committee which was constituted by
(3) Japan Ministry of Home Affairs for the welfare of the freedom fighters?
(4) US (1) Kiren Rijiju
(2) Jitendra Singh
Q.161) Which among the following awards has been cancelled for (3) Kishan Reddy
2020 due to COVID-19? (4) Shripad Yesso Naik
(1) Ramon Magsaysay awards
(2) Nobel Prize Q.172) Who has emerged as the richest man in the world as per
(3) National Awards the latest ranking of Bloomberg Billionaires Index released on 9
(4) Academy Awards June 2020?
(1) Bernard Arnault
Q.162) Who has honored with “NASA Distinguished Public Service (2) Jeff Bezos
Medal” recently? (3) Bill Gates
(1) Rajiv Kumar (4) Mark Zuckerberg
(2) VK Paul
(3) C K Naidu Q.173) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest
(4) Renjith Kumar Bloomberg Billionaires Index 2020?
(1) 9
Q.163) Which planet’s moon is drifting away faster than expected? (2) 21
(1) Earth (3) 17
(2) Jupiter (4) 12
(3) Saturn
(4) Neptune Q.174) Which of the following state has inaugurated “Plant Health
Clinic” at the Directorate of Horticulture and Soil Conservation?
Q.164) The BS-VI compliant vehicles will display which colour (1) Nagaland
sticker providing registration details? (2) Tripura
(1) Green (3) Manipur
(2) Blue (4) Assam
(3) yellow
(4) Pink Q.175) Which among these is the world’s most expensive city for
expatriates in terms of cost of living as per the Mercer’s ‘2020 Cost
Q.165) When will Solar Eclipse 2020 take place? of Living Survey’?
(1) June 15th (1) Tokyo
(2) June 22nd (2) New York
(3) June 21st (3) Hong Kong
(4) June 27th (4) Singapore
Q.166) Who is the brand ambassador of Gargo International? Q.176) Name the city in India which is the most expensive for
(1) Amitabh Bachchan expatriates in terms of cost of living, according to Mercer’s ‘2020
(2) Sonu Sood Cost of Living Survey’?
(3) Salman Khan (1) New Delhi
(4) Ranveer Singh (2) Mumbai

(3) Bengaluru (2) Rajnath Singh

(4) Chennai (3) Ajay Bhusan Prasad Pandey
(4) G Kishan Reddy
Q.177) The senior lawmakers from 8 democracies have formed an
Inter parliamentary alliance to counter which country? Q.187) Which company has bagged the world's largest solar bid of
(1) China USD 6 billion?
(2) Japan (1) Luminous Energy Ltd
(3) India (2) Tata Solar Energy Ltd
(4) Russia (3) Loom Solar Energy Ltd
(4) Adani Green Energy Ltd
Q.178) World Bank has projected the Indian economy to grow at
___________ percent in FY21 Q.188) When are Sri Lankan Parliamentary Elections supposed to
(1) -1.1% take place?
(2) -4.9% (1) August 5th
(3) -5% (2) July 15th
(4) -3.2% (3) June 30th
(4) September 25th
Q.179) What is India’s GDP growth projection for 2020-21
according to S&P Global Ratings? Q.189) Name of the state which has started Street Vendor
(1) -5% Registration Portal and “Mukhyamantri Shahri Path Vyavsayi
(2) -3% Utthan Yojana”?
(3) -2.5% (1) West Bengal
(4) -4.10% (2) Rajasthan
(3) Gujarat
Q.180) Pierre Nkurunziza who passed away recently was the (4) Madhya Pradesh
President of which country?
(1) Turkey Q.190) The state government of Uttarakhand has recently opened
(2) Burundi its biggest biodiversity park in which of these areas?
(3) Rwanda (1) Dehradun
(4) Ethiopia (2) Haldwani
(3) Roorkee
Q.181) Name the first US based company to hit the market (4) Pithoragarh
capitalization of $1.5 trillion?
(1) Amazon Q.191) Which country lifted ban on the export of
(2) Apple Hydroxychloroquine API and formulations on June 10?
(3) Google (1) India
(4) Microsoft (2) US
(3) Japan
Q.182) Which Indian institute is the top ranking Indian educational (4) Australia
institution in the (QS) World University Rankings 2021?
(1) Indian Institute of Science Q.192) Which State launched Meghasandesha App & Varunamitra
(2) IIT Bombay web portal to provide real-time information and alerts on weather,
(3) IIT Delhi rainfall, flooding?
(4) IIT Madras (1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Karnataka
Q.183) Which among the following institutes has topped the (3) Odisha
Quacquarelli Symonds (QS) World University Rankings 2021? (4) West Bengal
(1) Massachusetts Institute of Technology
(2) Harvard University Q.193) How much amount has been allocated by the government
(3) Stanford University for the “Per Drop More Crop” component of Pradhan Mantri Krishi
(4) Oxford University Sinchayee Yojana for the financial year 2020-21?
(1) Rs 2000 crore
Q.184) Which institution has topped the overall list of educational (2) Rs 4000 crore
institutions in the NIRF India Rankings 2020? (3) Rs 5000 crore
(1) IIT Delhi (4) Rs 3000 crore
(2) IIT Madras
(3) IIT Bengaluru Q.194) Which among the following nations has decided to reopen
(4) IIT Bombay all public schools under four stages?
(1) Pakistan
Q.185) What is India's rank according to the biennial Environment (2) India
Performance Index 2020 released jointly by Yale University and (3) Nepal
Columbia University? (4) Sri Lanka
(1) 138
(2) 168 Q.195) Who was awarded the prestigious 2020 World Food Prize?
(3) 158 (1) Dr. A. K. Patra
(4) 148 (2) Dr. Rattan Lal
(3) Dr. Johan Bouma
Q.186) Government has formed a nine member panel to look into (4) Dr. I. Sekar
the welfare of freedom fighters. Who is the head of this panel?
(1) Amit Shah

Q.196) Which state government recently changed English names (4) Turkey
of 1,018 places?
(1) TamilNadu Q.206) India has become the first country in the world to run
(2) Kerala double-stack containers train with high reach pantograph in high
(3) Uttar Pradesh rise Over Head Equipment (OHE) territory of which zone of the
(4) Assam Indian Railways?
(1) Western Railways
Q.197) Which state has ordered a lockdown on weekends and (2) Central Railways
public holidays? (3) Northern Railways
(1) Delhi (4) Eastern Railways
(2) Punjab
(3) Odisha Q.207) Shobha Sekhar who received “Order of Australia” medal is
(4) Kerala a renowned _______.
(1) Actor
Q.198) Which state has launched the scheme ‘Panchvati Yojna’ for (2) Lawyer
the senior citizens of rural areas of the state? (3) Banker
(1) Rajasthan (4) Musician
(2) Uttarakhand
(3) Himachal Pradesh Q.208) Which country’s economy shrunk by record 20.4 percent in
(4) Haryana April?
(1) Spain
Q.199) Empays Payment Systems partenered with which company (2) US
to enable contact-free ATM cash withdrawals? (3) Italy
(1) Microsoft (4) UK
(2) Rupay
(3) Visa Q.209) Ukraine’s sports star Oleksandr Gvozdyk has recently
(4) Mastercard announced his retirement from which of these sports?
(1) Tennis
Q.200) India has asked which nation to not consider any asylum (2) Boxing
request by Vijay Mallya? (3) Volleyball
(1) UK (4) Formula Racing
(2) Ireland
(3) Spain Q.210) What is the theme of this year’s World Accreditation Day?
(4) Singapore (1) Accreditation: Improving Food Safety
(2) Accreditation Adds value to supply chains
Q.201) Which state/UT government has renamed Environment (3) Accreditation delivers a safe world
ministry as ‘Environment and Climate change’ ministry in June (4) Delivering confidence in construction and the built
2020? environment
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Madhya Pradesh Q.211) What is the India's rank according to the FIFA?
(3) Haryana (1) 98
(4) Odisha (2) 102
(3) 108
Q.202) Which company has partnered with National Skill (4) 128
Development Corporation (NSDC) to provide its training partners
access to digital skilling tools? Q.212) Which state inaugurated its biggest biodiversity park
(1) Microsoft recently?
(2) Wipro (1) Himachal Pradesh
(3) Infosys (2) Uttarakhand
(4) TCS (3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Punjab
Q.203) Which state government implemented ‘Food forest’ project
in tribal belts of the state recently? Q.213) Name the first ever state in the country to receive ISO
(1) Maharashtra Certification for the state owned tribal hostel?
(2) Madhya Pradesh (1) Bihar
(3) Haryana (2) Himachal Pradesh
(4) Kerala (3) Odisha
(4) West Bengal
Q.204) Which state has launched a state-level sample collection
campaign? Q.214) Which state government launched Jagananna Chedodu’
(1) Delhi scheme for tailors, barbers and washermen?
(2) Punjab (1) Odisha
(3) Haryana (2) Telangana
(4) Uttar Pradesh (3) Sikkim
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.205) Which country has signed agreement with Italy to
demarcate maritime boundaries? Q.215) In which city, Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle Complex
(1) Greece was inaugurated?
(2) Bosnia (1) Vishakapatnam
(3) Croatia (2) Bengaluru

(3) Rajkot
(4) Gandhinagar Q.225) CAPTAIN ARJUN is a robotic device launched by the Railway
Protection Force of Central Railway in which city for the screening
Q.216) Which state becomes country’s top wheat procurer by of passengers boarding the trains?
pumping Rs 25,000 crore into its rural economy? (1) Pune
(1) Sikkim (2) Mumbai
(2) Assam (3) Nagpur
(3) Uttar Pradesh (4) Bhopal
(4) Madhya Pradesh
Q.226) Who became the first woman to reach the ocean’s deepest
Q.217) Who assumed the charge as Chief of Staff, Eastern Naval point?
Command, Visakhapatnam on 12 June 2020? (1) Emma Watson
(1) Ravneet Singh (2) Patricia Smith
(2) Atul Kumar Jain (3) Suman Singh
(3) Ajit Kumar (4) Kathy Sullivan
(4) Biswajit Dasgupta
Q.227) Starlink internet satellite belongs to which company?
Q.218) According to the "Poonam Avlokkan" survey the population (1) NASA
of the Asiatic lion at the Gir sanctuary in Gujarat has seen a (2) SpaceX
commendable rise to approximately how much percent? (3) Blue Origin
(1) 32% (4) ISRO
(2) 29%
(3) 22% Q.228) Indian runner Gomathi Marimuthu has been banned from
(4) 39% the sport for how many years for doping?
(1) 5 years
Q.219) The STREE Scheme has been launched in which city to (2) 3 years
support and empower women against domestic violence and (3) 4 years
abuse? (4) 2 years
(1) Pune
(2) Mumbai Q.229) When will be Russia-India-China (RIC) trilateral meeting
(3) Chennai take place?
(4) Hyderabad (1) June 22nd
(2) June 21st
Q.220) According to Mercer 26th Annual Cost of Living Survey (3) June 25th
2020 what is Mumbai rank in most expensive city globally? (4) June 24th
(1) 50
(2) 60 Q.230) Which state produced the highest amount of wheat in
(3) 70 current year?
(4) 80 (1) Madhya Pradesh
(2) Haryana
Q.221) Which State's CM announced the phase 2 and phase 3 of (3) Punjab
the Saurashtra Narmada Avtaran Irrigation scheme to fill 115 dams (4) Uttar Pradesh
with Narmada water by August 15,2020 and March ,2021?
(1) Chattisgarh Q.231) FebriEye is an Artificial Intelligence-based thermal
(2) Maharashtra screening system launched by the railways in which city to scan
(3) Gujarat passengers for COVID-19 symptoms?
(4) Madhya Pradesh (1) Hyderabad
(2) Mumbai
Q.222) Who is the head of the seven-member ‘Empowered Group (3) Ahmedabad
of Secretaries (EGoS)’ formed by the GoI for attracting investments (4) Pune
in the country?
(1) Finance Minister Q.232) As per Gujarat Forest Department,the number of Asiatic
(2) Cabinet Secretary lions in the Gir forest region has increased by how much percent?
(3) Home Minister (1) 26%
(4) Home Secretary (2) 25%
(3) 27%
Q.223) The Bal Shramik Vidya Yojana has been launched by which (4) 29%
state to encourage school education for the child workers below
18 years? Q.233) Find the person who was appointed as the brand
(1) Uttar Pradesh ambassador of Bihar’s Khadi.
(2) Rajasthan (1) Pankaj Tripathi
(3) Pnjab (2) Anupam Kher
(4) Maharashtra (3) Boman Irani
(4) Om Puri
Q.224) Which state has banned online classes from LKG to V and
warned against increasing fees? Q.234) Which state has renamed its environment ministry as
(1) Tamil Nadu ‘Environment and Climate Change Ministry’?
(2) Karnataka (1) Telangana
(3) Gujarat (2) Maharashtra
(4) Uttar Pradesh (3) Odisha

(4) Assam
Q.245) Which state/UT has prepared Poultry policy 2020 for the
Q.235) Which bank has decided to completely digitise its lending 1st time to boost poultry production in the region?
operations? (1) Assam
(1) Bank of Baroda (2) Jammu & Kashmir
(2) Punjab National Bank (3) Karnataka
(3) Canara Bank (4) Puducherry
Q.246) Which country's parliament, passes bill to include India's
Q.236) Indian Railways settee up world record by running first territories of Kalapani, Limpiyadhura and Lipulekh in its new map?
Double Stack Container Train in electrified Territory in which state? (1) China
(1) Maharashtra (2) Bhutan
(2) Gujarat (3) Nepal
(3) Andhra Pradesh (4) Bangladesh
(4) Assam
Q.247) Which portal was launched for the healthcare supply chain
Q.237) Bollywood actor Sushant Singh Rajput passed away on June by the government to serve manufacturers, suppliers and
14. Which among the following is his unreleased film? customers to effectively deal with the Covid-19 pandemic?
(1) Welcome to New York (1) AarogyaPath
(2) Raabta (2) Aarogya Setu
(3) Sonchiriya (3) Aarogya Van
(4) Dil Bechara (4) Arogya Vayu
Q.238) 100 year old player Vasant Raiji was associated with which Q.248) Which organisation has developed a sanitizing chamber
game? named 'GermiKlean' to sanitise uniforms of security forces?
(1) Hockey (1) DRDO
(2) Football (2) CSIR
(3) Chess (3) ICMR
(4) Cricket (4) IIT
Q.239) International Albinism Awareness Day (IAAD) was observed Q.249) Who will head the committee that has been set up by RBI
every year on June 13. What is the theme for IAAD 2020? to review ownership, corporate structure of Private sector banks?
(1) “Celebrate diversity; promote inclusion; protect our rights” (1) P K Mohanty
(2) “Advancing with renewed hope” (2) MK Singh
(3) “Made to Shine” (3) Sanjay Rawat
(4) “Still Standing Strong” (4) DP Singh Chaturvedi
Q.240) What is the theme of the World Blood Donor Day 2020? Q.250) India has joined the Global Partnership on Artificial
(1) Do Share If U Care Intelligence (GPAI) as its founding member. The Secretariat of GPAI
(2) Donate Blood Be Healthy will be based in?
(3) Safe Blood Saves Lives (1) New York
(4) Blood Donation Healthy Idea (2) Singapore
(3) Paris
Q.241) Which state government has launched mobile App ‘Ghar (4) London
Ghar Nigrani’?
(1) Maharashtra Q.251) Which among the following bodies have launched the
(2) Telangana ‘#VERIFIED’ initiative to counter misinformation on the
(3) Punjab coronavirus?
(4) Andhra Pradesh (1) International Monetary Fund
(2) World Health Organisation
Q.242) Which city police has launched STREE’ programme for (3) United Nations
women? (4) OECD
(1) Kolkata
(2) Chennai Q.252) In which city, Robotic ‘CAPTAIN ARJUN’ will be used to
(3) Lucknow intensify screening, surveillance?
(4) Hyderabad (1) NewDelhi
(2) Chennai
Q.243) In which state, a new flood warning system ‘IFLOWS’ was (3) Kolkata
launched? (4) Pune
(1) Assam
(2) Maharashtra Q.253) Which state government has launched Bal Shramik Vidya
(3) Gujarat Yojana” to educate child labourers?
(4) Kerala (1) Bihar
(2) Uttarakhand
Q.244) Which has become first construction sector organisation to (3) Madhya Pradesh
go ‘fully digital’? (4) Uttar Pradesh
(1) Mphasis
(2) L&T Q.254) Who is the author of Lockdown Liaisons: Leaving and Other
(3) DLF Stories”?
(4) NHAI (1) Shobha De

(2) Namrata Das (4) Sanjay Sinha

(3) Anubhav Sinha
(4) Anurag Sen Q.265) Who became The First Ever Female Director Of Human
Explorations At NASA?
Q.255) Who authored the biography of DadabhaiNaoroji titled (1) Kathy Lueders
“Naoroji Pioneer of Indian Nationalism”? (2) Patricia Ruber
(1) Dinyar Patel (3) Emma Smith
(2) Romila Thapar (4) Stephanie McMahon
(3) R. C. Majumdar
(4) Jadunath Sarkar Q.266) Which nation joined the Global Partnership on Artificial
Intelligence on June 15, 2020 as a founding member?
Q.256) Which nation was ranked first on the World (1) India
Competitiveness Index? (2) China
(1) Denmark (3) Russia
(2) Netherlands (4) Malaysia
(3) Singapore
(4) Switzerland Q.267) Who launched India’s first gas tradition platform- Indian
Gas Exchange?
Q.257) India has been ranked at which position on the annual (1) PM Narendra Modi
World Competitiveness Index? (2) Dharmendra Pradhan
(1) 54th (3) Rajnath Singh
(2) 43rd (4) Piyush Goyal
(3) 37th
(4) 61st Q.268) Which country was the largest recipient of Foreign Direct
Investments (FDI) in the year 2019?
Q.258) An earthquake of 5.5 magnitude hit which Indian state on (1) France
June 14? (2) United States
(1) Haryana (3) Russia
(2) Gujarat (4) China
(3) Bihar
(4) Chattisgarh Q.269) India was ranked at which position among the world’s top
FDI recipients in 2019, as per the UN?
Q.259) ‘Suraksha Salary Account’ has been launched by which bank (1) 3rd
for the employees of MSME sector? (2) 9th
(1) State Bank of India (3) 10th
(2) Airtel Payments Bank (4) 15th
(3) Jammu & Kashmir Bank
(4) Paytm Payments Bank Q.270) Dinu Randive was a renowned journalist and freedom
fighter from which state of the country?
Q.260) The European Union’s antitrust authority has opened cases (1) Odisha
against which tech giant? (2) West Bengal
(1) Apple (3) Maharashtra
(2) Facebook (4) Andhra Pradesh
(3) Google
(4) Samsung Q.271) Who will host and produce the 2020 Emmy Awards?
(1) Oprah Winfrey
Q.261) Which Bank relaunched its Aadhaar-based instant digital (2) Ellen DeGeneres
savings account facility for customers? (3) Jimmy Kimmel
(1) SBI (4) Jimmy Fallon
(2) IDBI
(3) PNB Q.272) Which state has signed MoUs worth Rs 16000 crore with 12
(4) BOB international firms?
(1) Telangana
Q.262) When will the 93rd Oscars be held? (2) Maharashtra
(1) April 2021 (3) Andhra Pradesh
(2) March 2021 (4) Uttar Pradesh
(3) May 2021
(4) December 2021 Q.273) PM Narendra Modi interacted with how many state Chief
Ministers on June 17, 2020?
Q.263) What is the target set by India to produce by 2022? (1) 15
(1) 175 GW (2) 21
(2) 200 GW (3) 16
(3) 335 GW (4) 20
(4) 450 GW
Q.274) Which banks has launched an online overdraft facility ‘Insta
Q.264) Who has been re-appointed as HDFC Bank Executive Flexi Cash’ for its salary account customers?
Director? (1) Yes Bank
(1) Kaizad Bharucha (2) Axis Bank
(2) Sonu Sharma (3) HDFC Bank
(3) Dinesh Raikwat (4) ICIC Bank

(2) Minister of Science and Technology

Q.275) Union Minister of State for Home affairs G. Kishan Reddy (3) Minister of Health and Family Welfare
launched ‘GermiBAN’,a robot, to assist COVID-19 workers in which (4) Ministry of Human Resource Development
state?
(1) Sikkim Q.285) What is the theme of this year’s International Day of Family
(2) Odisha Remittances?
(3) Madhya Pradesh (1) Remittances are a lifeline
(4) Telangana (2) Families and inclusive societies
(3) Migrant Workers Families
Q.276) Which state government has approved an ordinance on (4) Remittances -A source of income
deferment of payments to employees, pensioners?
(1) Odisha Q.286) Which state observed the Mask Day on 18 June 2020?
(2) Karnataka (1) Kerala
(3) Maharashtra (2) Rajasthan
(4) Telangana (3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Karnataka
Q.277) Who was announced the winner of New Zealand’s first
‘Virtual’ Chef competition – the ‘Quality NZ Culinary Cup’ held in Q.287) Which state has launched Karmo Bhumi portal to help IT
India? professionals?
(1) Balram Raikwar (1) West Bengal
(2) Vikram Dev Singh (2) Maharashtra
(3) Rana Kapoor (3) Sikkim
(4) Chef Angad Singh Rana (4) Uttar Pradesh
Q.278) Schizothorax sikusirumensis is a new species of fish, Q.288) India was elected as a non-permanent member of the UN
recently discoverd in which state of India? Security Council with how many votes?
(1) Assam (1) 187
(2) Sikkim (2) 189
(3) Tripura (3) 192
(4) Arunachal Pradesh (4) 184
Q.279) The AIIB approved how much loan to India on June 17, Q.289) Volkan Bozkir has been elected unopposed as the President
2020? of the 75th UN General Assembly. He belongs to which nation?
(1) USD 750 million (1) Russia
(2) USD 500 million (2) Armenia
(3) USD 380 million (3) Germany
(4) USD 450 million (4) Turkey
Q.280) Mukhammedkalyi Abylgaziev has resigned from the post of Q.290) Which country will host the Asian Youth Para Games 2021?
the Prime Minister of which country? (1) Malaysia
(1) Uzbekistan (2) Bahrain
(2) Turkey (3) Argentina
(3) Azerbaijan (4) China
(4) Kyrgyzstan
Q.291) Which among these firms has been appointed as the
Q.281) Name of the state which gives ‘corona warriors’ status to auditor of the PM CARES Fund?
Divyang Anganwadi workers, recently. (1) SARC & Associates
(1) Madhya Pradesh (2) Deloitte
(2) Uttara Pradesh (3) PwC
(3) Maharashtra (4) KPMG
(4) West Bengal
Q.292) In which state, India established its First Ever Infectious
Q.282) What is the rank of India globally in terms of nuclear Disease Diagnostic Lab?
arsenals possessed by the country, as per SIPRI Yearbook 2020 (1) Chennai
report? (2) Gurugram
(1) 2nd (3) Mumbai
(2) 6th (4) New Delhi
(3) 8th
(4) 10th Q.293) Which has become the top state in country to provide
employment to workers under MGNREGA?
Q.283) Which country has the highest number of nuclear warheads (1) Uttar Pradesh
in the world as per SIPRI Yearbook 2020 report? (2) Sikkim
(1) United States (3) Telangana
(2) China (4) Odisha
(3) Russia
(4) Germany Q.294) Achyut Usgaonkar who has passed away recently was the
former minister of which state?
Q.284) Name of the ministry which launched recently “India (1) Madhya Pradesh
Rankings 2020” for Higher Educational Institutions? (2) Maharashtra
(1) Minister of Home Affairs (3) West Bengal

(4) Goa (3) Bhutan

(4) Nepal
Q.295) Name the Indian companies which have featured in the
2020 Technology Pioneers list of WEF? Q.305) Who have been crowned Bundesliga champions for an
(1) Altizon and KrazyBee eighth successive season?
(2) Zest Money and Stellapps (1) Bayern Munich
(3) Snapmint and Kissht (2) Werder Bremen
(4) Next ware and iobot Technologies (3) William Carl
(4) Tony Magnus
Q.296) How many Khelo India State Centres of Excellence to be set
up across country under Khelo India Scheme? Q.306) Which multinational company has become a net debt-free
(1) 10 company?
(2) 6 (1) Tata Steel
(3) 8 (2) Indian Oil Corporation
(4) 7 (3) Reliance Industries
(4) Aditya Birla Group
Q.297) What is the revised sovereign rating for India in the latest
report by the Fitch Ratings? Q.607) Who won the World Stars Sharjah Chess Championship?
(1) BB- (1) Shakhriyar Mamedyarov
(2) BBB+ (2) Pentala Harikrishna
(3) BB (3) Garry Kasparov
(4) BBB- (4) Magnus Carlsen
Q.298) PM Narendra Modi launched the auction of how many coal Q.308) Who launched India’s first mobile COVID testing
mines? laboratory?
(1) 43 (1) Dr Harsh Vardhan
(2) 42 (2) Amit Shah
(3) 40 (3) JP Nadda
(4) 41 (4) PM Narendra Modi
Q.299) Recently a temple believed to be 500 years old has been Q.309) What is the name of novel written by Nobel Prize winner
found in the Mahanadi River in which state? Kazuo Ishiguro?
(1) Telangana (1) Klara and the Sun
(2) Odisha (2) Death in Her Hands
(3) WestBengal (3) My Dark Vanessa
(4) Maharashtra (4) The Glass Hotel
Q.300) What is the theme of this year’s World Day to Combat Q.310) The 4th Asian Youth Para Games to be held in which place
Desertification and Drought? in December 2021?
(1) Food Feed Fibre (1) China
(2) Land has true value (2) Singapore
(3) Let’s grow the future together (3) Thailand
(4) Multi Development Challenge (4) Bahrain
Q.301) World's largest COVID makeshift hospital is being planned Q.311) India is set to serve as the President of UNSC in which of
in which Indian state/ UT? these months?
(1) Maharashtra (1) March 2021
(2) Delhi (2) December 2020
(3) Tamil Nadu (3) August 2021
(4) Gujarat (4) November 2020
Q.302) Which nation won the African seat in the UNSC Elections Q.312) The All India Football Federation has nominated former
2020? Indian caption IM Vijayan’s name for which award?
(1) Kenya (1) Padma Shri
(2) Djibouti (2) Padma Bhushan
(3) Zambia (3) Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna
(4) Egypt (4) Dronacharya Award
Q.303) Which country has launched Corona-Warn-App”, corona Q.313) Recently which IT company has signed Climate Pledge to
virus tracing app? become net-zero carbon by 2040?
(1) Russia (1) Infosys
(2) Bahrain (2) Wipro
(3) Hungary (3) TCS
(4) Germany (4) HCL
Q.304) Which nation’s President has approved a Constitution Q.314) Which edition of Academy awards (Oscar) scheduled on
Amendment Bill seeking to update the country’s political map with February 2021 was postponed to April 2021?
territories claimed by India? (1) 87th
(1) China (2) 88th
(2) Pakistan (3) 91st

(4) 93rd (4) 5.5%
Q.315) Who authored the novel titled ‘A Burning’? Q.325) Who was appointed as the auditor of Prime Minister’s
(1) Mirza Waheed Citizens Assistance and Relief in Emergency Situations (PM CARES)
(2) Nikita Lalwani Fund?
(3) Sujatha Gidla (1) Amar Sharma
(4) Megha Majumdar (2) Vikas Singh
Q.316) When did PM launch Garib Kalyan Rojgar Abhiyaan? (4) Sunil Kumar Gupta
(1) 20 June
(2) 19 June Q.326) What will be the objective of India during its tenure in
(3) 18 June UNSC (2021-22)?
(4) 21 June (1) SORTS
(2) NORMS
Q.317) What is the rank of Mukesh Ambani in the latest Forbes (3) 3T
Real-Time Billionaire index released on 20 June 2020? (4) 5R
(1) 6th
(2) 9th Q.327) What is the total amount allocated to the Garib Kalyan
(3) 12th Rojgar Abhiyaan launched by the government for the migrant
(4) 21st workers to provide them employment?
(1) Rs 30,000 crore
Q.318) As per the latest ranking of Bloomberg Billionaires Index, (2) Rs 75,000 crore
Mukesh Ambani is the 9th richest person in the world. Who is the (3) Rs 20,000 crore
top most richest person in the index? (4) Rs 50,000 crore
(1) Warren Buffett
(2) Mark Zuckerberg Q.328) Kubatbek Boronov was appointed as the president of which
(3) Jeff Bezos country?
(4) Bill gates (1) Uzbekistan
(2) Tajikistan
Q.319) Who among the following has been appointed as the (3) Kyrgyzstan
Chairman of the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (4) Pakistan
(NIPFP)?
(1) Raghuram Rajan Q.329) Which state observed the 19th edition of its annual Great
(2) Viral Acharya June Uprising Unity Day on 18 June?
(3) Urjit Patel (1) Sikkim
(4) R. Gandhi (2) Arunachal Pradesh
(3) Tripura
Q.320) British Petroleum’s (BP) India is planning to set up a global (4) Manipur
business service centre in which city?
(1) Pune Q.330) What is the theme of the International Day of Yoga 2020?
(2) Mumbai (1) Yoga at Home and Yoga with Family
(3) Chennai (2) Yoga Amid Pandemic
(4) Lucknow (3) Yoga to Improve Health
(4) Yoga & Climate Action
Q.321) How many Khelo India Centers (KIC) have been proposed
by the Ministry of Sports to be set up in the country at district Q.331) What is the name of the youngest known magnetar
level? discovered by NASA?
(1) 1000 (1) Magne J1818.0-1607
(2) 500 (2) Swift J1818.0-1607
(3) 750 (3) Neutr J1818.0-1607
(4) 900 (4) Star J1818.0-1607
Q.322) India to lead Summit 2020 on _______. Q.332) Which state/UT has launched ‘First Bell’ initiative for online
(1) 21-22 June classes in the state schools?
(2) 22-23 June (1) Kerala
(3) 21-22 July (2) Tamil Nadu
(4) 22-23 July (3) Goa
(4) Assam
Q.323) Which among the following is the first ever Indian company
to cross the market capitalization mark of $150 billion? Q.333) Which portal was launched by government to Promote
(1) HDFC Bank R&D in Mining, Mineral Sector?
(2) Reliance Industries (1) Satyabhama
(3) TCS (2) Urjit
(4) State Bank of India (3) Avishkar
(4) Aayog
Q.324) As per Asian Development Bank,Indian economy to
contract by how much percent in FY21? Q.334) Tata Power signed agreement with which state to develop
(1) 4% 100 MW solar project?
(2) 4.5% (1) Telangana
(3) 5.0% (2) Uttarakhand

(3) Madhya Pradesh (1) Freedom fighter

(4) Maharashtra (2) Author
(3) Singer
Q.335) As per Asian Development Bank, developing Asia to grow (4) Musican
by how much percent in 2020?
(1) 0.1% Q.345) What is the theme of this year’s World Refugee Day?
(2) 0.2% (1) Every Action Counts
(3) 0.3% (2) Not just to get
(4) 0.5% (3) Now More Than Ever
(4) Be with them
Q.336) Which State/UTs had made 5 days institutional quarantine
mandatory for all positive patients of Covid-19? Q.346) When will NITI Aayog launch 'Decarbonising Transport in
(1) Punjab India' project?
(2) Chandigarh (1) June 24th
(3) Haryana (2) June 25th
(4) Delhi (3) June 26th
(4) June 27th
Q.337) The central government has approved to provide fund of Rs
1,829 for implementation of Jal Jeevan Mission for which state? Q.347) Which nation has decided to amend its Citizenship Act?
(1) Telangana (1) India
(2) Uttarakhand (2) Nepal
(3) Madhya Pradesh (3) Bangladesh
(4) Maharashtra (4) Myanmar
Q.338) As per EPFO, Formal employment in India grew by how Q.348) Which state’s pollution control board has issued closure
much percent in 2019-20? notice to Oil India Limited’s operations in Baghjan Oil Field?
(1) 29.5% (1) Meghalaya
(2) 23.7% (2) Assam
(3) 25.5% (3) Manipur
(4) 28.6% (4) West Bengal
Q.339) Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the two stage Q.349) Which among the following organisations has collaborated
electronic auction of how many coal blocks for commercial mining with International Transport Forum (ITF) for “Decarbonising
through video-conference? Transport in India” project?
(1) 41 (1) Ministry of Road and Highways
(2) 31 (2) Central Information Commission
(3) 34 (3) NITI Aayog
(4) 51 (4) Lokpal
Q.340) Who has been appointed as the ambassador of JSW Q.350) Which became the first Indian company with a market
cement’s marketing campaign ‘Leaders Choice’? value of Rs 11 lakh crore as investors rejoiced fundraising that will
(1) Sourav Ganguly make it debt-free?
(2) Sachin Tendulkar (1) Reliance
(3) Sunil Chhetri (2) Syntel
(4) Both (1) and (3) (3) TCS
(4) Wipro
Q.341) Who has been named as Photographer of the Year in
professional category in 2020 Sony World Photography Awards? Q.351) Which state will launch ‘Play little, Study little’ scheme for
(1) Steve McCurry school students?
(2) Mario Testino (1) Uttar Pradesh
(3) Pablo Albarenga (2) Telangana
(4) Annie Leibovitz (3) Assam
(4) Tripura
Q.342) As per BP Statistic Review, which country is the 2nd biggest
driver of global energy consumption in 2019? Q.352) Which Club has won the 2019-20 Coppa Italia cup?
(1) Russia (1) Napoli
(2) USA (2) Coppa Italia
(3) China (3) Bengaluru FC
(4) India (4) Assam FC
Q.343) Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has developed Q.353) How much amount of loan has been approved by France
herbal infusion technology to help marginal farmers in mid- for India to support the country in dealing with COVID-19?
Himalayan region? (1) Euro 200 million
(1) IIT Kharagpur (2) Euro 400 million
(2) IIT Roorkee (3) Euro 100 million
(3) IIT Madras (4) Euro 300 million
(4) IIT Mandi
Q.354) Who was appointed as CEO of Professional Risk Managers’
Q.344) Recently, Vidyaben Shah has died at the age of 97, she was International Association?
a? (1) Sanjay Chaturvedi

(2) Vinay Dubey (2) Qatar

(3) Samanth Rai (3) Saudi Arabia
(4) Nirakar Pradhan (4) Bahrain
Q.355) The centre has granted how much emergency fund to the Q.365) Which state has signed tripartite agreement with
Armed forces? POWERGRID & EdCIL to setup smart classrooms in schools?
(1) Rs 1000 crore (1) Punjab
(2) Rs 300 crore (2) Haryana
(3) Rs 500 crore (3) Odisha
(4) Rs 700 crore (4) Rajasthan
Q.356) Niki Poonacha is an Indian national champion associated Q.366) Who among the following has been named as the winner of
with which sports? 2020 Peace Prize of the German Book Trade?
(1) Badminton (1) Amartya Sen
(2) Chess (2) Raghuram Rajan
(3) Tennis (3) Kailash Satyarth
(4) Running (4) Abhijit Banerjee
Q.357) Which company has acquired Swedish mapping technology Q.367) Which nation blocked Pakistan’s attempt to declare Indian
company Mapillary? citizen as 'global terrorist'?
(1) Google (1) Russia
(2) Face book (2) UK
(3) Microsoft (3) France
(4) TCS (4) US
Q.358) Recently government has lowered the GST on electrical Q.368) What is the estimated GDP growth rate of India for the year
vehicles to how much percent? 2020 as per the revised forecast of Moody’s?
(1) 20% (1) -3.1%
(2) 15% (2) -4%
(3) 10% (3) -5.3%
(4) 12% (4) -2%
Q.359) Which court allowed the Puri Rath Yatra to be conducted Q.369) Which Indian has been elected to the International Tennis
with certain restrictions? Federation (ITF) men’s player panel?
(1) Delhi HC (1) Niki Kalayanda Poonacha
(2) Allahabad HC (2) Ti chen
(3) Supreme Court (3) Nikhil Joshi
(4) Telangana HC (4) Anupama Srinivasan
Q.360) Which city is Building a New ‘She-Man’ Station to Make it Q.370) India’s largest and first Virtual Healthcare & Hygiene EXPO
More Trans-Friendly? 2020 has been organised by Ministry of Ayush in partnership
(1) Delhi with________
(2) Lucknow (1) Food Corporation of India
(3) Noida (2) UNESCO
(4) Pune (3) Confederation of Indian Industry
(4) FICCI
Q.361) Who is the author of the book ‘Legend of Suheldev: The
King Who Saved India’? Q.371) Evariste Ndayishimiye was elected as the president of
(1) Preeti Shenoy which country recently?
(2) Chetan Bhagat (1) Rwanda
(3) Amish Tripathi (2) Congo
(4) Ravinder Singh (3) Tanzania
(4) Burundi
Q.362) How much fund has been allocated under PM CARES Fund
for 50,000 ‘made in India’ ventilators? Q.372) Who participated in Russia -India-China Ministers meeting
(1) Rs 2000 crore on June 23, 2020?
(2) Rs 3000 crore (1) S Jaishankar
(3) Rs 1000 crore (2) Rajnath Singh
(4) Rs 1500 crore (3) Nirmala Sitharaman
(4) Harsh Vardhan
Q.363) Which state’s High Court has issued a notice to Twitter,
centre, state government over communal tweets? Q.373) How much amount has been sanctioned by government for
(1) Delhi augmentation of healthcare facilities in North Eastern States?
(2) Telangana (1) ₹100 cr
(3) Bombay (2) ₹200 cr
(4) Madras (3) ₹150 cr
(4) ₹190 cr
Q.364) Which nation will be holding a limited Hajj pilgrimage in
2020? Q.374) The Supreme Court allowed the world-famous Jagannath
(1) UAE Rath Yatra to take place in which city?

(1) Ahmedabad (2) Rajesh Agarwal

(2) Puri (3) Sandip Hota
(3) Jamshedpur (4) Gaurav Maheshwari
(4) Raipur
Q.385) What is ‘Dhruva’, that has been developed by researchers
Q.375) What is the theme of this year’s World Hydrography Day? and students of IIT-Bombay?
(1) Hydrography enabling autonomous technologies (1) Personal Protective Equipment
(2) Safe Navigation (2) COVID-19 Test Kit
(3) hydrographic information (3) Receiver chip for NAVIC
(4) Mapping our seas (4) Microprocessor
Q.376) Which state government has planned to launch Indira Rasoi Q.386) The Indian Space Research Organisation has initiated a
Yojana? 10,000 crore project- Gaganyaan to send humans to space by
(1) Madhya Pradesh which year?
(2) Maharashtra (1) 2025
(3) Rajasthan (2) 2030
(4) Uttar Pradesh (3) 2024
(4) 2022
Q.377) Which international body has asked Myanmar to ensure
safe return of Rohingyas? Q.387) Which Indian state/UT became the first to operationalise
(1) UNHRC rail coaches converted into isolation units for Covid-19?
(2) United Nations (1) New Delhi
(3) UNSC (2) Madhya Pradesh
(4) ICJ (3) Uttar Pradesh
(4) Gujarat
Q.378) Who inaugurated Virtual India Pavilion at Cannes Film
Market 2020? Q.388) Which country recently decided to join the UN Arms Trade
(1) Prakash Javedkar Treaty?
(2) Smriti Irani (1) India
(3) Narendra Modi (2) China
(4) Rajnath Singh (3) Israel
(4) Iran
Q.379) The world’s first yoga university outside India has been
launched in which country? Q.389) Who is the writer of book, "Legend of Suheldev: The King
(1) US Who Saved India" published by Westland Publications Pvt Ltd?
(2) Japan (1) Mansukh Jha
(3) Russia (2) Raj Kumar
(4) Canada (3) Amish Tripathi
(4) Hardeep Kumar
Q.380) Which Bank has launched a new product KBL Micro Mitra
for micro enterprises? Q.390) Recently which wrestling legend announced his retirement
(1) IDBI Bank from WWE?
(2) Karnataka Bank (1) Undertaker
(3) federal Bank (2) Bret Hitman
(4) Kotak Mahindra Bank (3) The Rock
(4) Shawn Michaels
Q.381) World Karate Federation has provisionally de-recognised
which nation’s Karate association? Q.391) Who will launch the eBlood Services Mobile App?
(1) Pakistan (1) Dr. Harsh Vardhan
(2) Malaysia (2) PM Narendra Modi
(3) Indonesia (3) Amit Shah
(4) India (4) Ram Nath Kovind
Q.382) Who became the only Indian to feature in Town & Country Q.392) Which state government launched Mukhyamantri SHRAMIK
magazine’s top global philanthropists of 2020 list? Yojana Job Card for Urban Poor?
(1) Nita Ambani (1) Jharkhand
(2) Oprah Winfrey (2) Madhya Pradesh
(3) Laxmi Singh (3) Uttarakhand
(4) Indra Nooyi (4) Bihar
Q.383) India has pledged how much amount to UNRWA for next Q.393) Who has been appointed head coach of the Uttarakhand
two years? cricket team for the upcoming domestic season?
(1) USD 10 million (1) Wasim Jaffar
(2) USD 15 million (2) Rohit Sharma
(3) USD 5 million (3) Sachin Tendulkar
(4) USD 7 million (4) VVS Laxman
Q.384) Who was appointed as new CFO of Standard Chartered Q.394) The government has declared Kushinagar airport as an
Bank (India)? International airport. The airport is located in which state?
(1) Sanjay Singh (1) Jharkhand

(2) Bihar (2) December 2020

(3) Uttar Pradesh (3) January 2021
(4) Madhya Pradesh (4) May 2021
Q.395) Which state government has partnered with Reliance Jio Tv Q.405) The web portal ‘YUKTI 2.0’ has been launched by which
to educate students during COVID-19 pandemic? ministry?
(1) Punjab (1) Ministry of Road Transport & Highways
(2) Rajasthan (2) Ministry of Home Affairs
(3) Chhattisgarh (3) Ministry of Finance
(4) Haryana (4) Ministry of Human Resource Development
Q.396) Which country launched final Beidou satellite to complete Q.406) MukhyamantriMatru Pushti Uphaar scheme was launched
GPS-like navigation system? by which state?
(1) Russia (1) Assam
(2) China (2) Tripura
(3) India (3) Meghalaya
(4) Japan (4) Nagaland
Q.397) Which nation plans to set up a permanent military base in Q.407) Which state government has launched KapuNestham
the Indian Ocean? scheme to provide financial support to women of Kapu
(1) US community?
(2) China (1) Tamil Nadu
(3) Japan (2) Telangana
(4) Iran (3) Gujarat
(4) Andhra Pradesh
Q.398) West Bengal has extended its lockdown till when?
(1) July 31st Q.408) Sanjay Kumar was appointed as the chief secretary of
(2) July 1st which state?
(3) July 15th (1) Punjab
(4) August 30th (2) Maharashtra
(3) Haryana
Q.399) What is the new deadline for linking biometric Aadhaar (4) Odisha
with PAN?
(1) September 30, 2020 Q.409) Which is the best performing state (more than 50 lakh
(2) December 31, 2020 population) in controlling TB as per “India TB (Tuberculosis) Report
(3) March 31, 2021 2020”?
(4) December 31, 2021 (1) Tamil Nadu
(2) Telangana
Q.400) According to the US, which nation remains safe haven for (3) Gujarat
terror groups? (4) Andhra Pradesh
(1) Iran
(2) Israel Q.410) Which Indian state has announced Gothan Nyay Yojana to
(3) Pakistan procure cow dung from cattle owners?
(4) India (1) Jharkhand
(2) Chhattisgarh
Q.401) Who will launch Atmanirbhar Uttar Pradesh Rojgar (3) Bihar
Abhiyan? (4) Odisha
(2) Yogi Adityanath Q.411) Union minister Jitendra Singh has inaugurated” Puneja
(3) Piyush Goyal Bridge” & “Devika Bridge” constructed by BRO. Both the bridges
(4) Amit Shah located in which state/UT?
Q.402) The Indira Rasoi Yojana is a new kitchen scheme launched (2) Jammu & Kashmir
by which state? (3) Manipur
(1) Rajasthan (4) Goa
(2) Gujarat
(3) Madhya Pradesh Q.412) Which organization released report titled “Inclusion and
(4) Bihar Education: All Means All”?
(1) UNICEF
Q.403) The United Nations has honoured which state’s Health (2) IMF
minister by sending invitation for UN panel discussion on World (3) UNESCO
Public Service Day? (4) WEF
(1) Telangana
(2) Karnataka Q.413) The cabinet has recently (June 2020) approved
(3) Kerala participation of private parties in which sector?
(4) Goa (1) Defence
(2) Railways
Q.404) The Cabinet approved extension in the term of Rohini (3) Insurance
Commission till when? (4) Space
(1) March 2021

Q.414) Who has launched a behaviour change campaign named

‘Navigating the New Normal’? Q.424) Which state government announced the Vithabai
(1) NITI Aayog Narayangaokar lifetime achievement award to folk artist Gulabbai
(2) ICMR Sangamnerkar?
(3) Health Ministry (1) Assam
(4) Home Ministry (2) Maharashtra
(3) Telangana
Q.415) Which organization has partnered with International (4) Odisha
Transport Forum of OECD to launch decarbonizing transport
project in India? Q.425) Panchayati Raj department of which state has won first
(1) Finance Commission prize under the e-Panchayat Puraskars-2020 of the Union Ministry
(2) Reserve Bank of India of Panchayati Raj?
(3) NITI Aayog (1) Maharashtra
(4) National Development Council (2) Gujarat
Q.416) Which country has awarded Project Management (4) Rajasthan
Consultancy (PMC) Contract of 500 MW Solar Park to NTPC?
(1) Ivory Coast Q.426) How much amount was pledged by India to the United
(2) Guinea Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the
(3) Niger Near East (UNRWA) over the coming two years?
(4) Mali (1) $10 million
(2) $14 million
Q.417) Which country will host FIFA Women's World Cup 2023? (3) $20 million
(1) Australia, New Zealand (4) $25 million
(2) Colombia
(3) Japan Q.427) As per recent announcement,Urban Cooperative and Multi
(4) Brazil State Cooperative banks will be brought under direct supervision
of which body?
Q.418) Who among the following was named as ambassadors for (1) RBI
the 45th edition of Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) 2020? (2) SIDBI
(1) Priyanka Chopra (3) IRDA
(2) Deepika Padukone (4) NABARD
(3) Anurag kashyap
(4) Both (1) and (3) Q.428) Nishtha Vidyut Mitra Scheme for women empowerment
has been launched by?
Q.419) Which nation has passed a bill to sanction China over Hong (1) Madhya Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company
Kong security law? (2) Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation
(1) UK (3) Rajasthan Rajya Vidyut Utpadan Nigam
(2) US (4) Gujarat State Electricity Corporation
(3) Germany
(4) Russia Q.429) What was the rank of India in terms of largest holder of US
Government Securities at end of April?
th
Q.420) Which nation’s space corporation is planning to take the (1) 8
th
first tourist on a spacewalk in 2023? (2) 9
th
(1) US (3) 10
th
(2) France (4) 12
(3) China
(4) Russia Q.430) Which country retained its position as Third-largest
Economy in Terms of Purchasing Power Parity for 2017?
Q.421) Who launched a special campaign ‘Empowering the Greater (1) India
50%? (2) USA
(1) Nitin Gadkari (3) china
(2) Smriti Irani (4) Russia
(3) Narendra Modi
(4) Ram Vilas Paswan Q.431) Who launched the Credit Guarantee Scheme for Sub-
ordinate Debt, CGSSD?
Q.422) Recently which Institute launched endowment fund of Rs (1) Ram Vilas Paswan
100 crore from alumni? (2) Smriti Irani
(1) IIT Delhi (3) Narendra Modi
(2) IIM Trichi (4) Nitin Gadkari
(3) IIM Lucknow
(4) IIM Ahmedabad Q.432) As per India Ratings and Reaserch,India’s GDP to contract
by how much percent in FY 21?
Q.423) Recently which state made a task force headed by Anil (1) 5.3%
Parab to study problems related to transport services amid COVID- (2) 5.1%
19 crisis? (3) 5.5%
(1) Maharashtra (4) 5.9%
(2) Assam
(3) Uttar Pradesh Q.433) Which of the following football club has won the English
(4) Bihar Premier League 2019-20?

(1) Arsenal Q.443) Financial services startup Navi Technologies has launched
(2) Chelsea ‘Navi Lending’ app. The startup has been founded by which
(3) Liverpool business tycoon?
(4) Manchester City (1) Mukesh Ambani
(2) Sachin Bansal
Q.434) As per IMF, Indian economy will contract by how much (3) Vijay Shekhar Sharma
percent this fiscal? (4) Anand Piramal
(1) 4.5%
(2) 5.9% Q.444) According to TB Report 2020, how many TB patients have
(3) 5.5% been notified in 2019?
(4) 4.0% (1) 35 lakh
(2) 25 lakh
Q.435) What is the theme of International Day Against Drug Abuse (3) 30 lakh
and Illicit Trafficking for year 2020? (4) 24 lakh
(1) Adverse Health Consequences of Drug
(2) Better Knowledge for Better Care Q.445) Which city topped in the Global Startup Ecosystem Report
(3) International Cooperation for Countering Drug Abuse 2020′ by startup Genome?
(4) Prevention for Better Health (1) London
(2) New York
Q.436) Which state has announced “MahaParwana” initiative to (3) New Delhi
attract fresh industrial investment? (4) California
(1) Odisha
(2) West Bengal Q.446) Who is set to become the first female president of
(3) Gujarat Marylebone Cricket Club in its 233-year history?
(4) Maharashtra (1) Gita Gopinath
(2) Joicy Roy
Q.437) Recently PM Narendra Modi launched Atma Nirbhar Rojgar (3) Andrena Smith
Yojana’ for migrant workers in which state? (4) Clare Connor
(1) Uttar Pradesh
(2) Assam Q.447) Name the indigeneously developed Advanced Torpedo
(3) Bihar Decoy System recently inducted by the Indian Navy?
(4) Telangana (1) Karaal
(2) Bheeshma
Q.438) What is India’s rank in terms of money parked by its (3) Maareech
citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks at the end of 2019? (4) Keshari
(1) 78
(2) 74 Q.448) NASA has decided to rename its Washington DC
(3) 77 headquarter after whom?
(4) 76 (1) Christine Darden
(2) Dorothy Vaughan
Q.439) Which organisation launched behaviour change campaign (3) Katherine Johnson
‘navigating the new normal’? (4) Mary W. Jackson
(1) RBI
(2) Niti Aayog Q.449) Which country has topped the ranking in terms of money
(3) Irda parked by its citizens and enterprises with Swiss banks at the end
(4) SIDBI of 2019?
(1) China
Q.440) The Swavalamban Crisis Responsive Fund has been (2) USA
launched by which organisation? (3) UK
(1) RBI (4) New Zealand
(2) SIDBI
(3) SEBI Q.450) What is the theme of the 2020 National Statistics Day?
(4) NABARD (1) SDG- 1 & SDG- 7
(2) SDG- 4 & SDG- 6
Q.441) Name the first ever country in the world to make use of (3) SDG- 3 & SDG- 5
drone to carry out locust control operations? (4) SDG-3 & SDG- 8
(1) Bangladesh
(2) Myanmar
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(4) Sri Lanka
Q.442) Which of the following airport has become the first in India
Answer with Detailed Explanation, at Rs.20
to get AWMS technology at both ends of runway? only. Buy LinK: https://imojo.in/June2020
(3) Biju Patnaik International Airport
(4) Jaipur International Airport

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(4) West Bengal

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(2) Praveen Bajwa

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(4) Rs 3,050 crore

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(3) Rs 25000 crore

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Correct Answer - (2) Amazon

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(3) Aston Villa

Q.149) What is India's Rank on Environment Performance Index 2020?