Q1. India’s first bamboo-based biorefinery which is set to start operations next year, is located in which state?
Tripura
Mizoram
Kerala
Assam
Assam
Q2. Where did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently inaugurate a sub-office to strengthen its commitment to financial inclusion and development in the region?
Itanagar
Shillong
Srinagar
Gangtok, Sikkim
Itanagar
Q3. Who was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2023?
Narges Mohammadi
Shirin Ebadi
Masih Alinejad
Javad Zarif
Narges Mohammadi
Q4. The 37th National Games 2023 being played in which state?
Gujarat
Kerala
Sikkim
Goa
Goa
Q5. Where was India’s first Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) launched?
Surat
Ghaziabad
Ahmedabad
Hyderabad
Ghaziabad
Q6. Who won the 2023 Norman Borlaug Field Award for her/his groundbreaking work in engaging farmers in demand-driven rice seed systems?
M. S. Swaminathan
Swati Nayak
Rajendra Singh Paroda
Rattan Lal
Swati Nayak
Q7. Who won the 2023 Ballon d’Or for men?
Kylian Mbappe
Cristiano Ronaldo
Erling Haaland
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi
Q8. ‘Valley Queen Heritage train’, which was inaugurated recently, is the first heritage train of which state?
Karnataka
Gujarat
Sikkim
Rajasthan
Rajasthan
Q9. Which institution has approved the replacement of the term “India” with “Bharat” in all textbooks across the country?
CBSE
NCERT
ICSE
Ministry of Education
NCERT
Q10. On which date is National Unity Day celebrated in India?
Q1. Which small finance bank is set to merge with Indian fintech unicorn Slice?
North East Small Finance Bank
Equitas Small Finance Bank
Paytm Payments Bank
Ujjivan Small Finance Bank
North East Small Finance Bank
Fintech unicorn Slice is set to merge with North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB) following approval from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI). Slice is a Bengaluru-based fintech company that offers a range of financial products and services, including credit cards, buy now, pay later (BNPL), and insurance. NESFB is a Guwahati-based small finance bank that focuses on providing financial services to underserved and unbanked segments of the population.
Q2. Which Indian state has approved the formation of a Special Tiger Protection Force?
Assam
Arunachal Pradesh
Karnataka
West Bengal
Arunachal Pradesh
The Arunachal Pradesh State Cabinet has approved the formation of a Special Tiger Protection Force (STPF) for three tiger reserves in the state. The STPF will be responsible for combating poaching and other threats to tigers and their habitats.
Q3. Which is the most visited monument in India?
Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams
India Gate
Gateway of India, Mumbai
Taj Mahal
Taj Mahal
Q4. Who was awarded the Tata Literature Live! Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023?
C S Lakshmi
Satish Jacob
Mark Tully
Ruskin Bond
C S Lakshmi
Q5. Which country is connected to India by the ‘Cheriyapani’ ferry service?
Mauritius
Bangladesh
Sri Lanka
Maldives
Sri Lanka
The ‘Cheriyapani’ ferry service connects Nagapattinam in Tamil Nadu, India to Kankesanthurai in Jaffna, Sri Lanka. It is an age-old sea route that has been rejuvenated to bolster bilateral ties, boost tourism, and increase people-to-people relations.
Q6. Where is the Atal Bihari Training Center for Divyang Sports, India’s first high-tech sports training centre for persons with disabilities, recently inaugurated?
Pune
Guwahati
Gwalior
Chennai
Gwalior
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched India’s inaugural state-of-the-art sports training centre for Divyangjan (people with disabilities) in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, named in honour of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The initiative’s goal is to ensure equal sports opportunities, foster talent development, and promote participation in diverse sporting fields.
Q7. The Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy tournament is related to which sports?
Football
Field Hockey
Cricket
Tennis
Cricket
Q8. Which state has announced a policy to reserve 35% of all state government job positions for women, excluding the Forest Department?
Assam
Manipur
Madhya Pradesh
Jharkhand
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh government has announced a policy to reserve 35% of all state government job positions for women, excluding the Forest Department. This progressive amendment to the Madhya Pradesh Civil Services (Special Provision for Appointment of Women) Rules, 1997, comes just ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.
Q9. The newly approved Sarakka Central Tribal University will be located in which state?
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
Chhattisgarh
Jharkhand
Telangana
The Sarakka Central Tribal University will be located in Mulugu district, Telangana. It is a commitment made by the Central government as a part of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The university will have a budget of Rs 889 crore and will aim to provide quality education to tribal students in the region.
Q10. What is India’s rank in the Global Remote Work Index (GRWI)?
34th
48th
64th
92nd
64th
India is ranked 64th out of 108 countries in the GRWI, reflecting a significant decline of 15 places from the previous year.
The top 5 countries which scored the highest on the Global Remote Work Index (GRWI) are Denmark, Netherlands, Germany, Spain and Sweden.
Q1. Which state in India has recently implemented an e-cabinet system?
Tripura
Assam
Mizoram
Arunachal Pradesh
Tripura
Tripura has become the fourth state in India to implement an e-cabinet system, after Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, and Arunachal Pradesh. The e-cabinet system is a paperless system for conducting cabinet meetings. It uses digital tablets and software to distribute cabinet papers, record minutes, and make decisions. The system is designed to improve efficiency and transparency in government decision-making.
Q2. Which state government approved a 1000-km long economic corridor project with an investment of Rs 3000 crore in October 2023?
Uttar Pradesh
Bihar
Assam
Madhya Pradesh
Assam
The Assam cabinet approved a 1000-km long economic corridor project with an investment of Rs 3000 crore in October 2023. The project, known as the Asom Mala, aims to boost regional development and create jobs.
Q3. Which country will take over as Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)?
Pakistan
Thailand
Sri Lanka
Maldives
Sri Lanka
Sri Lanka is set to take over as Chair of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) on October 11, 2023, during the 23rd Council of Ministers Meeting. Sri Lanka will hold the chairmanship for two years.
Q4. In which Indian state was the ‘A-HELP’ (Accredited Agent for Health and Extension of Livestock Production) programme recently unveiled by the Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying, Govt of India?
Arunachal Pradesh
Jharkhand
Nagaland
Karnataka
Jharkhand
The A-HELP programme is a women-centric initiative that aims to empower Pashu Sakhis and strengthen the livestock sector in rural areas. Under the programme, Pashu Sakhis will be trained and certified to provide veterinary care and extension services to farmers. This will help to bridge the gap between farmers and veterinary services and improve the overall health and productivity of livestock.
Q5. The Hornbill Festival is organised in which state?
Assam
Sikkim
Nagaland
Arunachal Pradesh
Nagaland
The Hornbill Festival, the most prestigious event in Nagaland, takes place annually at the Heritage Village Kisama, Nagaland, from December 1 to 10. This festival celebrates authentic Naga culture and traditions, drawing visitors from around the world.
Q6. Which country won the gold medal in the men’s cricket T20 competition at the 2023 Asian Games?
Sri Lanka
Pakistan
Bangladesh
India
India
India won the gold medal in the men’s cricket T20 competition at the 2023 Asian Games, despite the final against Afghanistan being postponed due to rain. India was awarded the gold medal based on its higher T20 rankings.
Q7. Which scheme was launched by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment to provide quality education to Scheduled Caste students?
Kasturba Gandhi Balika Vidyalaya Scheme
Ambedkar Scholarship Scheme
Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
Shreshta Scheme
Shreshta Scheme
The Shreshta Scheme was launched by the government to provide quality education to Scheduled Caste students. The scheme aims to select around 3,000 meritorious SC students every year and provide them with admission to the best private residential schools in the country. The scheme will also provide these students with financial support, mentorship, and other resources to help them succeed in their studies.
Q8. The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is observed on
October 14th
October 17th
October 19th
October 21st
October 17th
The International Day for the Eradication of Poverty is celebrated annually on October 17th. This day is a global initiative aimed at raising awareness and addressing the pressing issue of poverty.
Q9. Where was India’s first solar roof cycling track, “Healthway,” inaugurated to promote eco-friendly and active mobility?
New Delhi
Mumbai
Hyderabad
Bangalore
Hyderabad
Hyderabad has taken a significant step towards promoting eco-friendly and active mobility by inaugurating its first solar roof cycling track, Healthway. This innovative track is a pioneering initiative in India.
Q10. When is International Day of the Girl Child celebrated?
October 7
October 9
October 11
October 15
October 11
International Day of the Girl Child is celebrated every year on October 11. It is a global initiative dedicated to raising awareness about gender inequality and advocating for the rights and empowerment of girls.
Q1. Who recently launched India’s first 5G Training Labs and 5G applications in the health sector in all the eight North Eastern States?
Jitendra Singh
Narendra Modi
Amit Shah
Kishan Reddy
Kishan Reddy
India’s first 5G training labs and 5G applications in the health sector have been launched in all the eight North Eastern States. The project is centrally funded through North East Council (NEC) and being implemented by Assam Electronic Development Corporation (AMTRON), a PSU of Assam government.
Q2. Which state’s Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Arunachal Pradesh
Assam
Himachal Pradesh
Mizoram
Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh’s Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is a naturally fermented dairy product crafted from the milk of yaks. Churpi is a traditional food of the tribal yak herders in the state. It is rich in protein and has been a lifeline for them in the harsh conditions of the Himalayan region.
Q3. Who was awarded the 2023 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize in Mathematics?
Neena Gupta
Ruixiang Zhang
Adam Harper
Will Sawin
Ruixiang Zhang
Mathematician Ruixiang Zhang, an Assistant Professor at the University of California, Berkeley, USA, was awarded the 2023 SASTRA Ramanujan Prize in Mathematics for his pioneering contributions to number theory.
Q4. Where is the world’s second-largest Hindu temple outside India located, which was recently inaugurated?
Australia
US
New Zealand
United Kingdom
US
The world’s second-largest Hindu temple outside India is located in Robbinsville Township, New Jersey, US. It is called the Swaminarayan Akshardham temple and is set to be inaugurated on 8th October 2023.
Q5. What is India’s rank in the IMD World Talent Ranking for 2023?
32nd
42nd
56th
59th
56th
India slipped four spots to the 56th position (Out of 64 economies) in the 2023 World Talent Ranking, compared to its 52nd position in the 2022 ranking.
Top Ranking countries are
Switzerland
Luxembourg
Iceland
Belgium
Netherlands
Q6. Which state will be the location of the newly approved Sarakka Central Tribal University?
Chhattisgarh
Jharkhand
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
Telangana
The Sarakka Central Tribal University will be located in Mulugu district, Telangana. It is a commitment made by the Central government as a part of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The university will have a budget of Rs 889 crore and will aim to provide quality education to tribal students in the region. It will offer a variety of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as research programs.
Q7. When is World Tourism Day 2023 celebrated?
September 25
September 26
September 28
September 27
September 27
World Tourism Day 2023 is observed worldwide on September 27. This annual celebration, initiated by the United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), aims to promote and highlight the significance of tourism across the globe. It serves as a platform to raise awareness about the importance of tourism and its positive impact on economies and cultures.
Q8. The Indian-origin professor who has been awarded the 2023 Dutch Spinoza Prize for climate change research?
Dr. Rajendra Pachauri
Jaap Sinninghe Damsté
Dr. Joyeeta Gupta
Dr. Sunita Narain
Dr. Joyeeta Gupta
Dr. Joyeeta Gupta is an Indian-origin professor at the University of Amsterdam who has been awarded the prestigious Dutch Spinoza Prize for her groundbreaking work in the field of climate change. The Spinoza Prize is the highest scientific award in the Netherlands. It is awarded annually to two or three researchers who have made outstanding contributions to their field.
Q9. The recently established 54th Tiger Reserve in India, Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve is located in which state?
Uttar Pradesh
Karntaka
Rajasthan
Madhya Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
India’s 54th Tiger Reserve, the Veerangana Durgavati Tiger Reserve, was established in Madhya Pradesh in 2023. It is the seventh tiger reserve in the state.
Q10. When is World Nature Day celebrated?
October 1
October 3
October 5
October 7
October 3
World Nature Day is celebrated on October 3 every year. It is a day to raise awareness about the challenges facing our environment, particularly due to climate change. The theme for World Nature Conservation Day 2023 is ‘Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet’. This theme highlights the importance of forests for both people and the planet. Forests provide us with essential resources such as food, water, and clean air. They also play a vital role in regulating the climate and protecting biodiversity.
Q1. Who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi’s Bal Sahitya Puraskar in Assamese language for the year 2023?
Rothindranath Goswami
Shyamalkanti Das
Pratima Nandi Narzaree
Naorem Bidyasagar
Rothindranath Goswami
His has been awarded for his novel Powalmoni Aru Chichingar Duhxahaxik Abhijan.
Q2. Which state’s Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Himachal Pradesh
Sikkim
Jammu and Kashmir
Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh’s Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is a naturally fermented dairy product crafted from the milk of yaks. Churpi is a traditional food of the tribal yak herders in the state.
Q3. When is the International Day of Non-Violence celebrated?
October 1st
October 2nd
October 5th
October 7th
October 2nd
The International Day of Non-Violence is celebrated on October 2nd each year, the birthday of Mahatma Gandhi. This day is an occasion to disseminate the message of non-violence, including through education and public awareness, and reaffirm the desire for a culture of peace, tolerance, understanding and non-violence.
Q4. Which county won the 2023 ICC Women’s T20 World Cup?
South Africa
Australia
England
India
Australia
Q5. Which of the following Indian states has received a GI tag for its Pashmina craft?
Rajasthan
Himachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand
Jammu and Kashmir
Jammu &and Kashmir
Basohli Pashmina, a renowned traditional craft from the Kathua district of Jammu and Kashmir, has recently received the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This recognition not only celebrates the exceptional craftsmanship of the artisans but also protects the authenticity and uniqueness of this artisanal heritage.
Q6. Who won the winners of the Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine in 2023?
Drew Weissman and Haruki Murakami
Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman
Pierre Agostini and Katalin Karikó
Louis Brus and Ferenc Krausz
Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman
Katalin Karikó and Drew Weissman were awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine “for their discoveries concerning nucleoside base modifications that enabled the development of effective mRNA vaccines against COVID-19”. Their work was critical for the development of the mRNA vaccines that have been used to vaccinate billions of people around the world against COVID-19. Their discoveries have also paved the way for the development of mRNA vaccines for other diseases.
Q7. When is World Nature Day observed on
September 31
October 2
October 3
October 5
October 3
World Nature Day is celebrated on October 3 every year. It is a day to raise awareness about the challenges facing our environment, particularly due to climate change. The theme for World Nature Conservation Day 2023 is ‘Forests and Livelihoods: Sustaining People and Planet’. This theme highlights the importance of forests for both people and the planet. Forests provide us with essential resources such as food, water, and clean air. They also play a vital role in regulating the climate and protecting biodiversity.
Q8. Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2023?
Annie Ernaux
Abdulrazak Gurnah
Louise Glück
Jon Fosse
Jon Fosse
Jon Fosse won the Nobel Prize in Literature 2023 “for his innovative plays and prose which give voice to the unsayable”. Fosse is a Norwegian playwright and novelist. His work is known for its spare, poetic prose and its focus on themes such as birth, death, and faith.
Q9. Who won the Maldives presidential election in 2023?
Ibrahim Solih
Mohamed Muizzu
Abdulla Yameen
Mohamed Nasheed
Mohamed Muizzu
Q10. Annual joint military exercise SAMPRITI being held between India and which country?
Nepal
Bangladesh
Sri Lanka
Thailand
Bangladesh
The 11th edition of the India-Bangladesh annual joint military exercise SAMPRITI is being held in Umroi, Meghalaya. The exercise is being organized alternately by both countries and highlights their robust bilateral defence cooperation initiatives. SAMPRITI-XI began on October 3, 2023, and will continue for 14 days. The focus of the exercise is on enhancing interoperability, sharing tactical drills, and promoting best practices.
Q1. Assam Govt. has launched the “Mukhyamantrir Atmanirbharshil Asom Abhiyan” to provide financial grant of what amount to the deserving young individuals, to improve job opportunities in the state?
Rs. 2 Lakh to 5 Lakh
Rs. 3 Lakh to 5 Lakh
Rs. 5 Lakh to 10 Lakh
Rs. 10 Lakh
Rs. 2 Lakh to 5 Lakh
Q2. Which village in Assam has been chosen as the Best Tourism Village of India for the year 2023?
Biswanath Ghat
Chunbari Gaon
Ranthali
Sarthebari
Biswanath Ghat
Biswanath Ghat in Assam has been chosen as the Best Tourism Village of India in 2023 by the Ministry of Tourism.
Q3. Which is the oldest paramilitary force in the country?
Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP)
Border Security Force (BSF)
Assam Rifles
Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
Assam Rifles
Q4. Which country has become Bangladesh’s leading export partner?
China
India
United States
England
India
India has become Bangladesh’s leading export partner, surpassing Japan and China.
Q5. When is Engineers’ Day celebrated in India?
February 28
September 15
July 31
December 13
September 15
Q6. How many elephant corridors are there in India, as per the “Elephant Corridors of India” report released by the Union Environment Ministry?
92
106
129
150
150
The “Elephant Corridors of India” report released by the Union Environment Ministry states that there are 150 elephant corridors in India.
Q7. India’s rank in the Global Innovation Index 2023 is
24th
29th
36th
40th
40th
India retains 40th rank out of 132 economies in the Global Innovation Index 2023 rankings published by the World Intellectual Property Organization. India’s improved significantly from its rank of 81 in 2015.
Q8. Who has been honoured with the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2023?
Dilip Kumar
Dharmendra
Amitabh Bachchan
Waheeda Rehman
Waheeda Rehman
Q9. When is the United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation celebrated?
September 5
September 12
September 19
September 30
September 12
United Nations Day for South-South Cooperation is celebrated to recognize and promote economic, social, and political developments in regions and countries in the South and highlight UN efforts for technical cooperation among developing nations.
Q10. Who is regarded as the ‘Father of Green Revolution in India’?
Q1. Recently, which state’s cabinet recommended the withdrawal of the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) on September 9, 2023?
Nagaland
Assam
Manipur
Meghalaya
Assam
The Assam cabinet has recommended to the central government to withdraw the Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) from the state. AFSPA gives the armed forces sweeping powers to search, arrest and shoot to kill in areas declared as “disturbed”. It has been in force in Assam since 1990.
Q2. Where will PepsiCo India set up its new food manufacturing plant, which will be PepsiCo’s first food-focused manufacturing plant in the Northeast region?
Sikkim
Tripura
Arunachal Pradesh
Assam
Assam
PepsiCo India has announced that it will invest Rs 778 crore to set up a new food manufacturing plant in Nalbari district, Assam. The plant is expected to be operational by 2025 and will create direct and indirect employment opportunities for around 500 people. It will produce Lay’s potato chips, Kurkure snacks, and other food products.
Q3. Who is the author of the book ‘Fire on the Ganges: Life Among the Dead in Banaras’?
Radhika Iyengar
Jhumpa Lahiri
Kiran Desai
Anita Nair
Radhika Iyengar
Q4. Which multinational group/organization was granted permanent membership in the G20 under India’s presidency?
BRICS
OPEC
ASEAN
African Union
African Union
The African Union was granted permanent membership in the G20 under India’s presidency of the forum.
The announcement was made at the G20 summit in New Delhi on September 9, 2023.
Q5. Which railway station has recently received the ‘Green Railway Station’ certification with the highest rating of Platinum from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)?
Vijayawada Railway Station
Guwahati Railway Station
Rani Kamlapati Railway Station
Warangal Railway Station
Vijayawada Railway Station
Q6. Who is known as the “Father of the Atomic Bomb”?
Ernest Rutherford
Albert Einstein
J. Robert Oppenheimer
Niels Bohr
J. Robert Oppenheimer
J. Robert Oppenheimer is known as the “Father of the Atomic Bomb” due to his major contribution to the Manhattan Project during World War II. He was the director of the Los Alamos Laboratory, where the atomic bomb was developed. Recently the movie Oppenheimer was also released.
Q7. Who is recently crowned as the Miss International India 2023?
Nandini Gupta
Shweta Sharda
Praveena Anjana
T Strela Luwang
Praveena Anjana
Q8. Which country has won the 2023 FIBA Basketball World Cup?
China
Germany
USA
England
German
Germany won the 2023 FIBA World Cup, defeating Serbia 83-77 in the final.
Q9. Recently, handwoven Rayagada Shawls received GI tag. Mainly, Dongria Kondhs made these Shawls from hand-spun cotton and are known for their intricate designs and vibrant colours. The Rayagada Shawls from which state
Nagaland
Odisha
Sikkim
Himachal Pradesh
Odisha
The Dongria Kondhs are a tribal group indigenous to Odisha. They are known for their unique culture and traditions, including their handwoven Rayagada Shawls. The shawls are made from hand-spun cotton and are known for their intricate designs and vibrant colours.
Q10. According to the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023, which city has the cleanest air in India (among cities with populations over one million)?
Q1. Which state in the North Eastern Region has become the first to initiate Aadhaar Linked Birth Registration for children aged 0 to 5 years?
Assam
Meghalaya
Manipur
Nagaland
Nagaland
Nagaland is the first state in the North Eastern Region to introduce Aadhaar Linked Birth Registration for children aged 0 to 5 years.
Q2. The state govt has adopted Artificial Intelligence enabled robotic technology to keep its Umiam lake clean. The Umiam lake is located in which state?
Sikkim
Assam
Arunachal Pradesh
Meghalaya
Meghalaya
Umiam lake is situated at an altitude of about 4,900 feet is also a major hub for water sports and boating in Shillong. The AI-integrated robotic boat is able to collect huge quantities of garbage from Umiam Lake.
Q3. Recently, Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar awards for 2022 was announced. These prestigious Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Awards are presented to eminent personalities of which profession?
Sports person
Scientist
Social Worker
Politician
Scientists
Q4. Which city is set to become India’s first ‘solar city’?
Sanchi
Indore
Raipur
Bikaner
Sanchi
The project aims to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by 14,324 tonnes annually and currently includes a 3 MW solar plant that caters to the city’s energy needs.
A 5 MW plant for agricultural requirements is also under construction.
The city is expected to generate surplus energy once completed.
Q5. Who is nominated as the new President of the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), Pune?
Abhishek Bachchan
Sunny Deol
R Madhavan
Shah Rukh Khan
R Madhavan
Q6. Where is the 43rd ASEAN Summit being held?
Jakarta
Bangkok
Phnom Penh
Metro Manila
Jakarta
The 43rd ASEAN Summit is being held in Jakarta, Indonesia from September 5 to 7, 2023. The summit is being hosted by Indonesian President Joko Widodo.
Q7. Which country is the largest part of Zealandia, the newly discovered 8th continent?
Australia
New Zealand
Papua New Guinea
Samoa
New Zealand
New Zealand is the largest part of Zealandia that is above sea level, followed by New Caledonia. The two islands make up about 98% of the landmass of Zealandia that is above sea level.
Q8. Which institution launched ‘Hello! UPI – Conversational Payments on UPI’?
RBI
SBI
NASSCOM
NPCI
NPCI
The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched ‘Credit Line on UPI’ enables pre-sanctioned credit lines from banks via the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), providing users with access to instant credit.
‘UPI LITE X’ facilitates offline payments, while ‘UPI Tap & Pay’ enhances digital payments through Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for QR code-based transactions.
‘Hello! UPI – Conversational Payments on UPI’ allows voice-enabled UPI payments in Hindi and English through UPI apps, telecom calls, and IoT devices.
Q9. Which public sector enterprise was recently conferred with the Navratna status by the Department of Public Enterprises?
Oil India Limited
Coal India Limited
Steel Authority of India Limited
Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers
Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers
Q10. Which institution launched ‘Grassroots Initiative to Promote Indian Standards in Rural Areas’?
Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI)
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)
National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj (NIRD&PR)
Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
BIS has initiated a comprehensive outreach program to raise awareness and encourage compliance with Indian standards at the grassroots level. This initiative aims to sensitize Gram Panchayat Presidents and Secretaries across the country, emphasizing the importance of adhering to Indian Standards while implementing government programs and schemes in villages.
Q1. Recently, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has announced a major outreach program called “Raijyor Xomadhon (public solutions)” with the aim of
bridging the social infrastructure gap and assessing the implementation of various Govt schemes
bridging e-governance services to the doors of every citizens
improving the health and education scenario in the the rural areas
Solving bottleneck issues in agriculture and primary sectors
Bridging the social infrastructure gap and assessing the implementation of various Govt schemes
Q2. Which personality from Assam has been awarded the 65th Ramon Magsaysay Awards 2023?
Manmohan Singh
Ravi Kannan
Bhabendra Nath Saikia
Hema Bharali
Ravi Kannan
Q3. Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been recently elected as President of which country?
Mauritius
New Zealand
Singapore
Seychelles
Singapore
He won the election with 70.4% of the votes.
Shanmugaratnam was previously the Senior Minister of Singapore from 2019 to 2023. He also served as Deputy Prime Minister for eight years. He studied at the London School of Economics, Cambridge University, and Harvard University.
Q4. Which country’s military force has recently unveiled the artificial intelligence robot ‘Valkyrie’ for aerial combat?
China
USA
Saudi Arabia
UK
USA
Q5. Which Union Ministry has recently introduced a fresh visa category named ‘Ayush Visa’?
Ministry of Ayush
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Ministry of Home Affairs
Ministry of External Affairs
Ministry of Home Affairs
“Ayush Visa” to cater to foreign nationals seeking medical treatment, including therapeutic care, wellness, and yoga in India.
To address the requirement for a dedicated visa program for foreign visitors seeking treatment under Ayush systems or Indian medicine.
Q6. Which Union Ministry has recently launched the sixth edition of Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2023?
Ministry of Electronics and IT
Ministry of Science and Technology
Ministry of Education
Ministry of Home Affairs
Ministry of Education
Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell and the All-India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) have launched the sixth edition of Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2023.
Since its inception in 2017, the Smart India Hackathon has become a global model for hackathons and innovation frameworks.
This event presents 239 problem statements, including 182 software challenges and 57 hardware challenges.
Q7. Which of the following is the blockchain-based project recently launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)?
Grapevine
PayOne
Falcon
Oxygen App
Falcon
Falcon is an open-source project that aims to simplify the management and use of blockchains based on ‘Hyperledger Fabric’ and supported on Kubernetes clusters. Essentially, Falcon is expected to help developers innovate on blockchain-based payment solutions.
Q8. Who is the chairperson of the Committee set up to assess the viability of the “one nation, one election” concept?
Dhananjaya Yeshwant Chandrachud
Ramnath Kovind
Ranjan Gogoi
Arjun Ram Meghwal
Ramnath Kovind
The members of the panel include Union home minister Amit Shah, ex-J&K chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, former Finance Commission chairman N K Singh, Constitution expert Subhash C Kashyap, senior advocate Harish Salve, and ex-Chief Vigilance Commissioner Sanjay Kothari.
Q9. In August 2023, the number of UPI transactions performed reached a milestone of
10 billion
12 billion
20 billion
50 billion
10 billion
Q10. NITI Aayog signed a MoU with which institution on fast tracking SDGs?
World Bank
Asian Development Bank
UNDP
UNEP
UNDP
The Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed to formalise a framework of cooperation on a range of areas, including SDG localisation, data-driven monitoring, Aspirational Districts and Blocks, among others.
The MoU was signed for a period of five years.
NITI Aayog is the nodal Institution for coordinating the adoption and monitoring of SDGs at the national and sub-national levels. UNDP plays the integrator role in coordinating efforts to fast-track progress on the SDGs within the UN system.
Q1. The North East Venture Fund (NEVF) was set up by
North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Limited (NEDFi)
Assam Gramin Vikash Bank
SEBI
SBI
North Eastern Development Finance Corporation Limited (NEDFi)
G Kishan Reddy, the Union Minister for Development of North Eastern Region (DoNER), revealed in a written reply at the Lok Sabha that the North East Venture Fund (NEVF) has made substantial investments in 37 startups across various sectors, amounting to Rs 56.84 Crore.
Q2. Assam’s govt has recently planned to establish a ‘Knowledge Hub’ and an ‘Assam Institute of Urban Affairs’. Who is the present Housing and Urban Affairs Minister of Assam?
Ranjeet Kumar Dass
Atul Bora
Chandra Mohan Patowary
Ashok Singhal
Ashok Singhal
Assam’s government has unveiled an ambitious plan to establish a ‘Knowledge Hub’ and an ‘Assam Institute of Urban Affairs.’ Led by Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Ashok Singhal, these initiatives aim to introduce cutting-edge urban planning concepts and expertise to the state.
Q3. Which club football tournament is the oldest in Asia and the third oldest in the world?
AFC Champions League
Santosh Trophy
Durand Cup
Bengal Cup
Durand Cup
Q4. Which nation emerged as the champion of the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023?
England
Germany
Spain
France
Spain
Q5. Who was honored with the Lokmanya Tilak National Award on 01 August 2023?
Rajnath Singh
Amit Shah
Nirmala Sitharaman
Narendra Modi
Narendra Modi
Q6. Who is the winner of the FIDE Chess World Cup 2023?
Praggnanandhaa
Gukesh D
Magnus Carlsen
Viswanathan Anand
Magnus Carlsen
Q7. What film was awarded the “Best Feature Film” at the 69th National Film Awards?
RRR
Pushpa: The Rise
Gangubai Kathiawadi
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Rocketry: The Nambi Effect
Q8. Who has been recently declared as the National Icon of the Election Commission of India (ECI)?
Sachin Tendulkar
Neeraj Chopra
MS Dhoni
Shahrukh Khan
Sachin Tendulkar
Q9. Which country recently achieved the historic feat by becoming the first country to successfully land on the South Pole of the lunar surface?
China
United States
India
Japan
India
Q10. Assam has recently unveiled state’s longest flyover measuring 2.63 kilometers, connecting Maligaon Chariali to Kamakhya Gate in Guwahati. The flyover is
