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1. In which North Indian state, Tawang festival is celebrated?

1. Arunachal Pradesh
2. Bihar
3. Tripura
4. Manipur
5. Mizoram
Answer 1. Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation
Arunachal Pradesh Chief Minister Pema Khandu inaugurated the Tawang festival. The NEC
(North Eastern Council) secretary Ram Muivah inaugurated the traditional games and sports
competition. Exhibition stalls were inaugurated by the chief minister. They contain products
and materials from horticulture, agriculture, forest and textile departments, NGOs and local
community bodies.
2. In which state No helmet, no petrol rule for two wheelers came into act?
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Tripura
4. Gujarat
5. West Bengal
Answer 1. Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
No helmet, no petrol rule for two wheelers came to act in Andhra Pradesh. This rule prohibits
petrol supply to two wheeler riders without helmet. Mr.Chandrababu Naidu has sanctioned
Rs.10 crore for implementation of this rule. Car drivers have been mandated to wear seat
belts.
3. Who has been appointed as new Governor of Tamil Nadu?

1. C. Vidyasagar Rao
2. Jagdish Mukhi
3. Keshari Nath Tripathi
4. Padmanabha Balakrishna Acharya
5. Banwarilal Purohit
Answer 5. Banwarilal Purohit
Explanation
Banwarilal Purohit was serving as a Governor of Assam.Now he is appointed as the Governor
of Tamil Nadu.
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4. Who has won a prestigious International Business Person of the Year at the Asian
Achievers Awards in London for innovative IT solutions?
1. Birendra Sasmal
2. Sri Prakash Lohia
3. Ajay Kalsi
4. Anil Agarwal
5. Gopi Hinduja
Answer 1. Birendra Sasmal
Explanation
A Ghana-based Indian entrepreneur named Birendra Sasmal has won a prestigious
International Business Person of the Year at the Asian Achievers Awards in London for turning
his company into a thriving Information Technology (IT), telecoms and manufacturing success
story with operations across West Africa. Birendra Sasmal is the CEO of Subah Group, which
is headquartered in Accra, Ghana.
Subah Group employs around 350 people with offices in Guinea, Sierra Leone, New York City
and Dubai.
5. Who won the Malaysian Grand Prix 2017 title in Selangor, Malaysia?
1.Mark Verstappen
2. Sebastian Vettel
3. Valtteri Bottas
4. Lewis Hamilton
5. Daniel Ricciardo
Answer 1.Mark Verstappen
Explanation
2017 Formula 1 Petronas Malaysia Grand Prix was held at the Sepang International Circuit,
Selangor, in Malaysia. Max Verstappen of the Red Bull team won the Malaysian Grand Prix
2017 title.Max Verstappen won Lewis Hamilton by 12.7 seconds.
6. Where did Benghazis commercial port reopen for the first time in three years on
October 1, 2017?
1. Syria
2. Algeria
3. Libya
4. Lebanon
5. Egypt
Answer 3.Libya
Explanation
Benghazis commercial port in east Libya reopened on October 1, 2017 for the first time in
three years. The reopening of port happened in presence of Abdullah al-Thinni, the Prime
Minister of Libyan government based in the east.
7. Indias first International Financial Services Centre GIFT- IFSC has ranked at
_______ place in the latest September 2017 edition of Global Financial Centres
Index 22 (GFCI) of London.
1.7th
2.8th
3.9th
4.10th
5.11th
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Answer 4.10th
Explanation
Indias first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC), Gujarat International Finance Tec-
City (GIFT) IFSC has ranked at 10th place in the latest September 2017 edition of Global
Financial Centres Index 22 (GFCI) London.
8. Which temple was awarded the best Swachh Iconic Place (Cleanest Iconic Place) in
India?
1. Brihadeeswara temple , Tamilnadu
2. Amarnath Temple, Jammu and Kashmir
3. Khajuraho Temple,Tamilnadu,Kerala
4. The Konark Sun Temple , Odisha
5. Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Tamilnadu
Answer 5. Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple, Tamilnadu
Explanation
On 2nd October 2017, the Meenakshi Sundareswarar Temple of Madurai Tamilnadu awarded
the best Swachh Iconic Place (Cleanest Iconic Place), in India. Madurai District Collector
K.Veera Raghava Rao and Corporation Commissioner S.Aneesh Sekhar received the Swachh
Iconic Place award from Uma Bharati, Minister for Drinking Water and Sanitation.
9. In which field Jeffrey C Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael W Young awarded received
2017 Nobel Prize?
1. economics
2. literature
3. peace
4. physiology or medicine
5. Physics
Answer 4. physiology or medicine
Explanation
Jeffrey Hall, Michael Rosbash and Michael Young have been awarded the 2017 Nobel Prize for
Physiology or Medicine for their discoveries of molecular mechanisms controlling our biological
clocks.
10. Birendra Prasad Baishya has elected as chairman of two sub-committees to which of
the following federation?
1. International Athletic Federation
2. International Ball Badminton Federation
3. International Boxing Federation
4. International Chess Federation
5. International Weightlifting Federation
Answer 5.International Weightlifting Federation
Explanation
Birendra Prasad Baishya the President of Indian Weightlifting Federation has been elected as
chairman of two sub-committees of International Weightlifting Federation (IWF).
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11. Which country will be the guest of honour in 6th edition of World Government
Summit in Dubai,UAE?
1. Japan
2. United States
3. Sri Lanka
4. China
5. India
Answer 5. India
Explanation
The sixth edition of the World Government Summit (WHS) is s to be held from February 11th
13th, 2018 in Dubai, UAE. India will be the guest of honour in this summit. The summit is
the largest movement to review and share the best experiences, and the first global forum for
governments, countries, organizations and private sector leaders interested in the industry of
the future.
12. On 2nd October 2017, World Habitat Day was observed all over the world. The
theme for World Habitat Day 2017 is ___________.
1. Stay comfort : Make your homes Clean
2. Beautiful Homes : Affordable policies
3. Housing Policies: Affordable Homes
4. Somewhere to live: Affordable Homes
5.Homes Policies : Choose Wisely
Answer 3. Housing Policies: Affordable Homes
Explanation
On 2nd October 2017, World Habitat Day was observed all over the world.
The theme for World Habitat Day 2017 is Housing Policies: Affordable Homes
This day is celebrated to reflect on the state of our towns and cities, and to emphasize the
basic right of all to receive adequate shelter.
13. Where was the 4 day Global Wildlife Programme (GWP) conference started?
1. Golaghat
2. Mysore
3. Ahmedabad
4. Lucknow
5. New Delhi
Answer -5. New Delhi
Explanation
The 4-day Global Wildlife Programme( GWP) conference which begun on October 2, 2017, in
New Delhi, will give India an opportunity to get familiar with best practices on the
management of wildlife habitats and minimising human-wildlife conflict situations.
14. For whom the Karnataka government launched Mathru Purna scheme?
1. Children
2. New born babies
3. old aged persons
4. Pregnant Women
5. Disabled persons
Answer 4. Pregnant Women
Explanation
On 2nd October 2017, Karnataka Chief Minister Mr.Siddaramaiah launched Mathru Poorna
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scheme, for nutritional wellness of pregnant and lactating women in rural areas, at Vidhan
Soudha, in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
15. Where was the Mahatma Gandhis statue unveiled on 2nd October 2017?
1. Northern Ireland
2. Scotland
3. Wales
4. California
5. Cananda
Answer 3. Wales
Explanation
On 2nd October 2017, a statue of Mahatma Gandhi was unveiled to mark his 148th birth
anniversary, in Cardiff, Wales.
16. In what field US scientists Rainer Weiss, Barry Barish and Kip Thorne won the 2017
Nobel Prize?
1. Medicine
2. Economy
3. Chemistry
4. Physics
5. Literature
Answer 4. Physics
Explanation
On October 3, 2017, US scientists Rainer Weiss, Barry Barish and Kip Thorne won the 2017
Nobel Prize in the field of Physics for their pioneering role in the detection of gravitational
waves at Stockholm, Sweden.
17. Which country has launched worlds biggest & most powerful nuclear icebreaker
Ship?
1. North Korea
2. Russia
3. South Korea
4. China
5. United States
Answer 2. Russia
Explanation
In a bid to reinforce its leadership in the Arctic, Russia has launched worlds largest nuclear-
powered icebreaker ship named Sibir (Siberia). It was launched into the water at the Baltic
Shipyard in St Petersburg.
18. Which country has announced the setting of National Space Agency, at the
International Astronautical Congress?
1. Australia
2. London
3. Germany
4. Russia
5. United States
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Answer 1. Australia
Explanation
Australia announced that it will establish a national space agency, as a part of long term plan
to develop Australias domestic space industry, in Australia.
19. The Central Government has approved for Turtle sanctuary development in
___________.
1. Kozhikode
2. Allahabad
3. Bhopal
4. Warangal
5. Ahmedabad
Answer 2. Allahabad
Explanation
The Central Government has approved development of a Turtle sanctuary in Allahabad along
with a River Biodiversity Park at Sangam (confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and mythical
Sarasvati) under Namami Gange programme.
20. Name the state government has launched Mukhyamantri Samoohik Vivaah Yojana.
1. Madhya Pradesh
2. Rajasthan
3. Haryana
4. Bihar
5. Uttar Pradesh
Answer 5. Uttar Pradesh
Explanation
On October 3, 2017, Uttar Pradesh State Government launched a mass marriage scheme
called Mukhyamantri Samoohik Vivaah Yojana. Under the scheme, Uttar Pradesh social
welfare department will conduct mass marriages.District magistrates of respective districts
will authorise Urban local bodies like nagar panchayat, nagar palika and nagar nigam, kshetra
panchayats, zila panchayats, government/semi-government organisations and NGOs to
organise programmes in this regard.
21. Massive search operation CASO launched in Jammu & Kashmir. Expand CASO.
1. Cordon-and-Search-Operation
2. Commando-and-Set-Operation
3. Command and Search Operation
4. Cader- and search-Operation
5. Cordon-and-set-Operation
Answer 1. Cordon-and-Search-Operation
Explanation
On 4th October 2017, Government forces launched a major Cordon-and-Search-Operation
(CASO), in Hajin town of north Kashmirs Bandipora district. Cordon-and-Search-Operation
(CASO) was launched following specific inputs about the presence of militants in the
Bandipora area.
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22. Where was the 8th conference of the Association of South Asian Association for
Regional Cooperation SAARC Speakers and Parliamentarians (ASSP) held from 4th
to 6th October 2017?
1. Maldives
2. Bhutan
3. Sri Lanka
4. Afghanistan
5. Bangladesh
Answer 3. Sri Lanka
Explanation
On 4th to 6th October 2017, the 8th conference of the Association of SAARC Speakers and
Parliamentarians (ASSP) is held at Hotel Hilton, in Colombo, Sri Lanka. The 8th Conference,
organized by the Parliament of Sri Lanka, has brought together Speakers and
Parliamentarians from the member countries of the SAARC. The conference was inaugurated
by Sri Lankan President Maithripala Sirisena.
23. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced Fourth Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy
Statement for financial year 2017-18.What is the percentage of Policy Repo Rate?
1. 5.50%
2. 5.75%
3. 6.00%
4. 6.25%
5. 6.50%
Answer 3. 6.00%
Explanation
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced Fourth Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy Statement for
financial year 2017-18. This time the Policy Repo Rate has been kept unchanged and remains
the same 6.00%.
24. Who has been appointed as new chairman of SBI for a period of 3 years from 7th
October 2017?
1.Avinash Kumar
2.Rajnish kumar
3.Vamsi Krishna
4.Hari Hara Sudhan
5.Rajeev Menon
Answer 2.Rajnish Kumar
Explanation
On 4th September 2017, the government appointed Rajnish Kumar as the new Chairman of
SBI (State Bank of India). The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet has approved the
appointment of Rajinish Kumar as SBI Chairman, for a period of 3 years from 7th October
2017.
25. Name the State Cabinet has approved Heritage Tourism policy & Mukhya Mantri
Rural Road Repair Scheme.
2. Odisha
3. Nagaland
4. Himachal Paradesh
5. Jammu & Kashmir
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Answer 4. Himachal Paradesh

Explanation
On October 4, 2017, Himachal Pradesh Cabinet under Chief Minister Virbhadra Singh approved
Heritage Tourism Policy 2017 & Mukhya Mantri Rural Road Repair Scheme along with other
developmental and welfare initiatives.
26. Where will the Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2017 to be Held?

1.Bangalore
2. New Delhi
3. Kolkatta
4. Chennai
5. Hyderabad
Answer 5. Hyderabad
Explanation
On October 3, 2017, a high-level delegation from Government of India and the United States
met at NITI Aayog to plan the 2017 Global Entrepreneurship Summit, which is scheduled to
be held from 28th 30th November 2017 in Hyderabad.
27. Which country has ranked first in online harassment, in the Asia Pacific region as per
the report of Norton by Symantec?
1. China
2. Mongolia
3. India
4. Singapore
5. Cambodia
Answer 3. India
Explanation
On 4th October 2017, a report by Norton by Symantec, stated that India ranks first in online
harassment, in the Asia Pacific region. Norton by Symantec released a report on online
harassment. This report surveyed 1,035 adults in India.India has faced highest levels of online
harassment in the Asia Pacific Region. 8 out of 10 surveyed Indians said that, they had
encountered some form of online harassment.
28. Under the chairmanship of whom RBI forms High-level Task Force on Public Credit
Registry?
1. Kishore Kumar
2. Yeshwant M. Deosthalee
3. Hemant Kumar
4. Mukesh Chandramouli
5. Manna H. Dey
Answer 2. Yeshwant M. Deosthalee
Explanation
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has formed a High-level Task Force on Public Credit Registry
(PCR) for India. The task force has been constituted under the chairmanship of Yeshwant M.
Deosthalee.The High-level Task Force on Public Credit Registry (PCR) for India consists of
representatives from various stakeholders including the Reserve Bank, banks, non-banking
financial companies (NBFCs), industry bodies, and experts in information technology.
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29. Who will be the event ambassador for the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup 2018?
1. Tim Southee
2. Kane Williamson
3. Martin Guptill
4. Trent Boult
5. Corey Anderson
Answer 5. Corey Anderson
Explanation
On 5th October 2017, International Cricket Council (ICC) announced New Zealand all-rounder,
Corey Anderson as the event ambassador for the ICC U-19 Cricket World Cup 2018. The
under-19 World Cup starts on 13thJanuary 2018. The 16-team tournament will be held in New
Zealand for the third time in history. It will be played in four cities.
30. Who won Indias first ever gold medal at Wushu World Championships, in Russia?
1.Y Sanathoi Devi
2. Surya Bhanu Pratap
3. Uchit Sharma
4. Pooja Kadian
5. Vedhika Nair
Answer 4. Pooja Kadian
Explanation
On 4th October 2017, Pooja Kadian created history by winning Indias first ever gold medal at
Wushu World Championships, in Russia. Pooja Kadian, a Central Reserve Police Forces (CRPF)
Wushu champion, finished on top in the 75 kg womens Sanda Category by defeating
Evgeniya Stepanova of Russia in the finals.
31. Where did the first ever ASEAN-India Music Festival has begun and its organised to
celebrate 25th anniversary of ASEAN-India Dialogue Relations?
1. Mumbai
2. Punjab
3. New Delhi
4. Tamil Nadu
5. Hyderabad
Answer 3. New Delhi
Explanation
The first ever ASEAN-India Music Festival has begun at Purana Quila in New Delhi on October
6, 2017. It will continue till October 8, 2017. First Edition of the ASEAN-India Music Festival
has been organised by Union Ministry of External Affairs, in collaboration with Union Ministry
of Culture and arts/cultural group SeherI.It has been organised to celebrate 25th anniversary
of ASEAN-India Dialogue Relations, which is being commemorated with the theme Shared
Values, Common Destiny
32. Who will lead a ministerial delegation to the ASEAN-India Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas
(PBD) to be held in 2018, in Singapore?
1. Rajnath singh
2. Dr.Jitendar Singh
3. Sushma Swaraj
4. Uma Bharathi
5. Nirmala Seetharaman
Answer 3. Sushma Swaraj
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Explanation
On 5th October 2017, Indias High Commissioner to Singapore announced that, External
Affairs Minister Sushma Swaraj will lead a ministerial delegation to the ASEAN-India Pravasi
Bharatiya Diwas (PBD) to be held in 2018, in Singapore.
33. Who led SEBI panel on corporate governance reforms for independent directors and
greater transparency?
1. Arunthathi Bhattacharya
2. Shiv Nadar
3. Uday Kotak
4. Ajay piramal
5. Chanda Kochhar
Answer 3. Uday Kotak
Explanation
The 25-member panel was set up by SEBI in June 2017. The panel was led by Uday Kotak,
the Executive Vice Chairman and Managing Director of Kotak Mahindra Bank.
34. How much European Investment Bank (EIB) has signed the finance contract for
lending for Bangalore Metro Rail?
1. 100 million Euros
Answer 3. 300 million Euros
Explanation
On 5th October 2017, India and European Investment Bank (EIB) signed the finance contract
for lending of 300 million euros (about Rs.2,293 crore) for Bangalore Metro Rail.
35. Name the Adobe investment on integration of Aadhaar-based authentication in its e-

signature solution on 4thOct. 2017.
1. Adobe e- Sign
2. Adobe Sign
3. Adobe e-solution
4. Adobe Aadhar e-sign
5. Adobe Aadhar
Answer 2. Adobe Sign
Explanation
Adobe announced investment on integration of Aadhaar-based authentication in its e-
signature solution Adobe Sign on 4th Oct. 2017. Adobe Sign is aimed at helping
organizations to eliminate their dependency on wet signatures and allow digital validation of
users legal identity.
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36. Which country has appointed Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh as its new prime minister?
1. Kazhakstan
2. Nepal
3. Krygyztan
4. Mongolia
5. Russia
Answer 4. Mongolia
Explanation
On 5th October 2017, Mongolia appointed Ukhnaagiin Khurelsukh as its new prime minister, in
Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. khnaagiin Khurelsukh was a former deputy Prime Minister. He has
been selected as the new Prime Minister by the ruling Mongolia Peoples Party (MPP).Few
weeks ago, the previous Prime Minister Jargaltulgiin Erdenebat and his cabinet were removed
due corruption allegations.
37. Where does the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) setting up of a research
centre for startups, academicians, environmentalists and entrepreneurs on 5th
October 2017?
1.Thiruvananthapuram,Kerala
2. Chandigarh,Punjap
3. Ahmedabad,Gujarat
4. Guwahati,Assam
5. Lucknow,Uttar Pradesh
Answer 4. Guwahati,Assam
Explanation
On 5th October 2017, the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) announced the setting
up of a research centre for startups, academicians, environmentalists and entrepreneurs, in
Guwahati, Assam. The decision of setting up ISRO research centre at Guwahati was taken at a
meeting between Assam Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal and ISRO Chairman Dr.A.S.Kiran
Kumar on 5thOctober 2017.
38. Which State government has completely banned the usage of Polyvinyl Chloride
(PVC) carry bags in their state?
1. Gujarat
2. Chhattisgarh
3. Manipur
4. Kerala
5. Goa
Answer 2. Chhattisgarh
Explanation
Chhattisgarh Government has completely banned the usage of Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) carry
bags in their state. The government also banned the manufacture, storage, import, sale,
transport and use of such plastic-borne goods.
39. Who has been awarded as Germanys highest civilian honour Cross of the Order of
Merit?
1. Rajesh Nath
2. Prakash Jain
3. Vijayakanth
4. Mahesh Bhatt
5. Jaydeep Barman
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Answer 1. Rajesh Nath

Explanation
Rajesh Nath, Managing Director of VDMA India, has been conferred Germanys Highest
Civilian Honour, Cross of the Order of Merit. VDMA is a German Engineering Federation.
Cross of the Order of Merit was instituted in year 1951 and is also called
Bundesverdienstkreuz or Federal Cross of Merit.
40. Which of the following is Indias First Portal dedicated to Para-sports?

1. thenationspride.com
2. paraspride.com
3. parasports.com
4. theparadelight.com
5. theSportspara.com
Answer 1. thenationspride.com
Explanation
thenationspride.com, Indias First Portal Dedicated to Para-sports was launched on October
6, 2017. This platform has been launched to create awareness about para-sports and provide
a platform to para sportspersons to share their success stories against adversities.
41. Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital
Saksharta Abhiyan Scheme?
1. Gandhinagar
2. Ahmedabad
3. Baroda
4. Vadodara
5. Porbandar
Answer 1. Gandhinagar
Explanation
During his Gujarat visit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched Pradhan Mantri Gramin Digital
Saksharta Abhiyan Scheme aimed at imparting digital literacy to citizens in rural areas.
42. Mera Houchongba is which states traditional festival?

1.Sikkim
2.Megalaya
3.Manipur
4.Jharkhand
5. Assam
Answer 3. Manipur
Explanation
Manipurs traditional Mera Houchongba festival symbolizes brotherhood and unity among
indigenous communities settled in both hill and valley of State.It was celebrated at the
Manipur Royal palace (Sana Konung) in Imphal in the presence of King of Manipur, Leishemba
Sanajaoba as the main host.
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43. Which Private Sector bank has announced that it has completed the acquisition of
Freecharge?
1. Oriental bank
2. City union bank
3. HDFC bank
4. Federal bank
5. Axis Bank
Answer 5.Axis Bank
Explanation
Axis Bank has completed the acquisition of Freecharge for a cash consideration of 373.27
crore.It has also announced appointment of Sangram Singh as the CEO of Freecharge
Payment Technologies Private Ltd.
44. Where was 20th Asia Masters Athletics Championship held?

1. Shangai,China
2. Kyoto,Japan
3. Moscow,Russia
4. Rugao, China
5. Hiroshima,Japan
Answer 4.Rugao, China.
Explanation
India finished second in 20th Asia Masters Athletics Championship held in Rugao, China. and
bagged 146 medals, including 37 golds, 43 silvers and 66 bronze.China was topped.
45. On what date Indian Air-force day will be celebrated?

1. Oct 3
2. Oct 5
3. Oct 8
4. Oct 6
5. Oct 7
Answer 3.October 8
Explanation
On October 8 2017, The Indian Air Force (IAF) celebrated its 85th anniversary. The
celebrations were marked by a stellar show in the skies by various aircraft at the Hindon Air
Force Station in Ghaziabad.
46. The first conference of Dialogue of Civilizations conference was held in which
country?
1. Mexico
2. Venezula
3. Guatemala
4. Argentina
5. Cuba
Answer 3. Guatemala
Explanation
First conference of this series was inaugurated in Guatemala in 2013 followed by Turkey in
2014 and China in 2015.Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in collaboration with National
Geographic Society is hosting an international conference on Dialogue of Civilizations IV
from 8th 15th October, 2017 at Delhi, Gandhinagar (in Gujarat) and Dholavira (in Gujarat).
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47. Which Indian state launched Solar Briefcase to provide electricity in remote areas?
1. Uttar Pradesh
2. Uttarakhand
3. Karnataka
4. Madhya Pradesh
5. Andra Pradesh
Answer 2.Uttarakhand
Explanation
On October 8, 2017, Uttarakhand State Government and a charitable funding agency named
Swan Cultural Center and Foundation, launched Solar Briefcase in Kedarnath Dham.
48. Which two countries topped the survey of most valuable nation brand 2017 ?
1. Iceland and Spain
2. China and Russia
3. US and Russia
4. US and China
5. China and Japan
Answer 4. US and China
Explanation
US retained its top spot as most valuable nation brand and China occupied the second spot
and has been adjudged as fastest growing nation brand in 2017.
49. Who is selected for this years prestigious Vayalar award ?

1. Anupama Chandrasekhar
2. Jane Austen
3. T D Radhakrishnan
4. Anand Kumar
5. Toni Morrison
Answer 3. T D Radhakrishnan
Explanation
Novelist T D Radhakrishnans has been selected for this years prestigious Vayalar award. The
award will be presented to him on October 27, 2017, the death anniversary of poet and
lyricist Vayalar Ramavarma.
50. What was the profession of Bismoy Kumar Mohanty who recently passes away?
1. Journalist
2. Physicist
3. Economist
4. Novolist
5. Violinist
Answer 1. Journalist
Explanation
Noted journalist Bismoy Kumar Mohanty died due to heart attack at Puri, Odisha.
51. The project VAJRA (Visiting Advanced Joint Research) Faculty scheme comes under
which ministry?
1. Union Ministry of AYUSH
2. Union Ministry of Science and Technology
3. Union Ministry of Corporate Affairs
4. Union Ministry of Earth Sciences
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5. Union Ministry of Finance

Answer 2. Union Ministry of Science and Technology
Explanation
Central Government has received 260 applications from foreign scientists for Visiting
Advanced Joint Research (VAJRA) Faculty scheme. Out of these 260 applications, 70 will be
shortlisted for this year. VAJRA Faculty scheme is a pilot project by the Department of Science
and Technology (Under Union Ministry of Science and Technology) which was launched in May
2017.
52. What is the theme of 3rd International Conference on Yoga 2017?

1. Yoga as Medication
2. Yoga for Good Health
3. Yoga for Mental Fitness
4. Yoga for better thinking
5. Yoga for Wellness
Answer 5. Yoga for Wellness
Explanation
Vice President, Mr.M.Venkaiah Naidu inaugurated the two days International Conference on
Yoga for Wellness at Pravasi Bharatiya Kendra, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi. This is the
3rdInternational Conference on Yoga organized by the Ministry of AYUSH. About 500
delegates, including 69 from overseas countries attended the conference.
53. Andhra Pradesh State Government and international digital payments company Visa
announced a tie up for Visakhapatnam Digital Dhan Sankalp Project, to develop
Visakhapatnam into Indias first ____________ city.
1. More money
2. 100% electrified
3. Digitalized
4. Highly educated
5. Less cash
Answer 5. Less cash
Explanation:
Digital Dhan Sankalp project, is an initiative to develop Visakhapatnam into Indias first less
cash city. The range of digital payment services included under the project are payment of
water and property tax at Greater Visakhapatnam Municipal Corporation (GVMC), bus services
run by Andhra Pradesh State Road Transport Corporation (APSRTC), iconic tourist locations at
Visakhapatnam Urban Development Authority (VUDA), and utility services of Eastern Power
Distribution Company of AP Ltd (EPDCL). These services are now accessible to 90% of
population in Visakhapatnam.
54. Which country launched a remote sensing VRSS-2 satellite for Venezuela from the
Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in Gobi desert?
1. China
2. Japan
3. Singapore
4. India
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5. USA
Answer 1. China
Explanation
China launched a remote sensing VRSS-2 satellite for Venezuela from the Jiuquan Satellite
Launch Center in Gobi desert. VRSS -2 Satellite was launched by Chinas Long March-2D
carrier rocket. Venezuela will use this satellite for environmental protection and disaster
monitoring, as well as land resources inspection, crop yield estimation and city planning.
55. Which is the smallest country to qualify for 2018 FIFA World Cup?
1. Finland
2. Ireland
3. Iceland
4. Fuji
5. Norway
Answer 3. Iceland
Explanation
Iceland, the smallest county, has qualified to participate in FIFA World Cup 2018 by defeating
Kosovo by 2-0 in the finals. Iceland finished the group with 22 points from their 10 games.
Iceland would participate in its first finals of FIFA World Cup 2018, in Russia. It was a
remarkable achievement for a country which has a population of about 3,50,000. Iceland
team is coached by part-time dentist Heimir Hallgrimsson. Icelands seven wins in the group
included all five of their home matches. It has defeated previous World Cup semi-finalists
Croatia and Turkey.
56. Which committee was appointment to recommend new salary structure for judges of
lower courts in India?
1. PV Reddi committee
2. C B Bhave committee
3. Chakravarthy committee
4. Chore committee
5. Dave committee
Answer 1. PV Reddi committee
Explanation Union Law Ministry has finalised the appointment of a panel (Second National
Judicial Pay Commission) to recommend new salary structure for judges of lower courts in
India. In coming days, Union Cabinet will take up Law Ministrys proposal to appoint the
Second National Judicial Pay Commission to recommend salary hikes for the 21,000 lower
court judges. Former Supreme Court judge PV Reddi will be the head of this proposed
commission which will submit its recommendations in early 2019.
57. International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered Indias growth forecast from its
earlier estimate of 7.2% to ______% .
1. 6.8
2. 6.9
3. 7.5
4. 6.7
5. 7.0
Answer 4. 6.7 %
Explanation International Monetary Fund (IMF) has lowered Indias growth forecast for 2017
to 6.7% from its earlier estimate of 7.2%.
In the latest edition of World Economic Outlook report, IMF has cited lingering impact of
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demonetisation and teething problems related to implementation of Goods & Services Tax
(GST) as main reasons for the downward revision of Indian economys growth forecast.
58. Who won 2017 Nobel prize in Economics for his work on behavioural economics?
1. Adam smith
2. John stuart Mill
3. Richard H. Thaler
4. Milton Friedman
5. Raghuram Rajan
Answer 3. Richard H. Thaler
Explanation Richard H. Thaler won the 2017 Nobel Prize for Economics for his work on
behavioural economics. He plans to spend the prize money irrationally. Thaler, 72 and a
professor at the University of Chicago, is one of the founders of behavioral economics and
finance.
59. On which date the International Day of the Girl Child observed?
1. Oct 11
2. Oct 12
3. Oct 13
4. Oct 14
5. Oct 9
Answer 1. Oct 11
Explanation International Day of the Girl Child is observed across the world on October 11
every year. This day is observed to raise awareness about several issues faced by girl child
pertaining to education, nutrition, child marriage, legal and medical rights. Theme of
International Day of the Girl Child 2017 is EmPOWER Girls: Before, during and after crises.
60. What are the two Schemes introduced by cabinet to boost Skill India Mission?
1. Atal Pension Yojana & Digital India Programme
2. SANKALP & STRIVE
3. Gramin Bhandaran Yojana & Integrated Rural Development Program
4. MNREGA & SANKALP
5. SANGALP & LPG
Answer 2. SANKALP & STRIVE
Explanation: In a bid to provide a boost to Skill India Mission, on October 11, 2017, Union
Cabinet approved two new skill development schemes named Skills Acquisition and
Knowledge Awareness for Livelihood Promotion (SANKALP) and Skill Strengthening for
Industrial Value Enhancement (STRIVE). Both these schemes are result oriented programmes
focusing on vocational education and training.
61. India ranks which position in Global Hunger Index ?

1. 98th
2. 99th
3. 100th
4. 97th
5. 96th
Answer 3. 100th
Explanation India has ranked at 100th position among 119 countries on the Global Hunger
Index (GHI), 2017. This years ranking marks a drop of three positions as compared to 97th
rank in Global Hunger Index 2016.Indias GHI 2017 score of 4 places it at the high end of the
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serious hunger problem category.
62. American financial technology company Mastercard launched its first innovation lab
in which part of India?
1. Kolkata, Westbengal
2. Trichy, TamilNadu
3. Chennai, TamilNadu
4. Mumbai, Maharashtra
5. Pune, Maharashtra
Answer 5. Pune, Maharashtra
Explanation American financial technology company Mastercard launched its first innovation
lab in India in Pune, Maharashtra. This centre is Mastercards ninth lab in the world and the
second in Asia Pacific besides Singapore. The centre in Pune will focus on new payment
technology ideas for the rapidly growing digital economy in India.
63. Which is the largest IPO (Initial Public Offering) in Indian primary market?
1. Reliance Power
2. Coal India
3. General Insurance Corporation
4. State bank of India
5. ONGC
Answer 2. Coal India
Explanation:
Indias biggest reinsurer, General Insurance Corp of India (GIC Re)s Rs. 11,370 crore Initial
Public Offer (IPO) opened for subscription on October 11, 2017. GIC Res Rs. 11370 crore IPO
is Indian primary markets third largest IPO after Coal India (Rs.15,200 crore in 2010) and
Reliance Power (Rs. 11,600 crore in 2008). Following this IPO, governments stake in GIC Re
will fall by 14.22% and will fetch Rs. 9,800 which shall help in meeting its disinvestment
target.
64. Who is appointed as the new CEO of HSBC?

1. Mark Tucker
2. Peter Oborne
3. John Flint
4. Sinaloa Cartel
5. Arthur Anderson
Answer 3. John Flint
Explanation:
HSBC announced that, it has appointed John Flint as its next CEO, in London.John Flint
currently runs HSBCs retail and wealth management business. He will take charge as CEO on
21stFebruary, 2018. He would replace current CEO Stuart Gulliver. Gulliver is retiring after
seven years in this job.
65. Which Indian Cricketer announced his retirement from all forms of cricket from
November 1, 2017 ?
1. Ravindra Jadeja
2. Ravichandran Ashwin
3. Rohit Sharma
4. MS Dhoni
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5. Ashish Nehra
Answer 5. Ashish Nehra
Explanation:
Ashish Nehra announced that, he will be retiring from all forms of cricket, after the first
Twenty20 international between India and New Zealand at Delhis Feroz Shah Kotla, on 1st
November 2017.Ashish Nehra is glad to retire at his home ground. He wanted to retire while
he was still on top. He made his senior debut for India, during the Test series against Sri
Lanka in 1999 and helped the Indian cricket team reach the 2003 World Cup final. He is 38
years old.
66. Which city is to host an international Puppet festival named PUN (Puppets Unite
Neighbours) International Puppet Festival?
1. Thanjavur
2. Kolkatta
3. Bhilai
4. Jaipur
5. Pune
Answer 2. Kolkatta
Explanation
On 26th 31st October 2017, Kolkata is to host an international Puppet festival named PUN
(Puppets Unite Neighbours) International Puppet Festival at Mohorkunj, Kolkata. West Bengal
principal secretary Tourism and Home Affairs Atri Bhattacharya would inaugurate the
International puppet festival. The festival will be conducted for 6 days.
67. Japans capital Tokyo has topped Economist Intelligence Units Safe Cities Index
2017 of 60 cities. Indian cities Delhi and Mumbai have ranked _____ and _____.
1. 12th and 15th
2. 22nd and 25rd
3. 33rd and 35th
4. 43rd and 45th
5. 53rd and 55th
Answer 4. 43rd and 45th
Explanation
Japans capital Tokyo has topped Economist Intelligence Units Safe Cities Index 2017 of 60
cities. Indian cities Delhi and Mumbai have ranked 43rd and 45th respectively. Safe Cities
Index is a report by London-headquartered Economist Intelligence Unit owned by The
Economist Group.
68. Where was G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) Meeting
held?
1. United States
2. France
3. South Africa
4. Switzerland
5. Australia
Answer 1. United States
Explanation
On 13th October 2017, the G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG)
Meeting was held in Washington D.C., US. The Union Minister for Finance and Corporate
Affairs, Arun Jaitley participated in the G-20 Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors
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(FMCBG) Meeting.
69. Who has appointed as head of MobiKwik Payment Gateway?

1. Shika Sharma
2. Roopa Kudva
3. Indra Nooyi
4. Rukaiya Rangwala
5. Vinita Bali
Answer 4. Rukaiya Rangwala
Explanation
On 13th October 2017, MobiKwik, mobile wallet service and payment gateway provider,
announced the appointment of Rukaiya Rangwala as the Business Head of MobiKwik Payment
Gateway.
70. Name the mobile health App the Indian Air Force (IAF) launched on the occasion of
its 85th anniversary.
1.Med Assistant
2.Med Cure
3. Med IAF
4.Med Watch
5.Med Air
Answer 4.Med Watch
Explanation
On 12th October 2017, the Indian Air Force (IAF) launched an innovative mobile health App
named MedWatch on the occasion of its 85th anniversary. The concept and content of the
App were developed by the Directorate General of Medical Services (Air). It was developed in-
house without any financial support by the Directorate of Information Technology (DIT).
MedWatch is available on the IAFs AFCEL (Air Force Cellular) network.
71. Which act was discarded byThe NITI Aayog as it was destabilizing the prices instead
of keeping them stable?
1. GST Act
2. Commodity Exchange and Regulation Act
3.Essential Commodities Act
4. Stamp Act
5. Quartering Act
Answer 3. Essential Commodities Act
Explanation The NITI Aayog has also proposed discarding of the Essential Commodities Act
that is destabilising prices instead of keeping them stable. NITI Aayog said that, it is working
with states to adopt first set of agri market reforms, like contract farming, online spot and
futures trading, encouraging private investment.
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72. Who has been nominated for the first Centenary National Award for Literature, for
outstanding literary contributions?
1. Namita Gokhale
2. Alfred Nobel
3. Rabindranath Tagore
4. Richard Henderson
5. Rainer Weiss
Answer 1. Namita Gokhale
Explanation:
Eminent writer Namita Gokhale has been nominated for the first Centenary National Award for
Literature, for her outstanding literary contributions.
The award has been conferred by the Asam Sahitya Sabha, which is regarded as one of the
most prestigious literary bodies in India.DhrubaJyoti Borah, President of the Asam Sahitya
Sabha conferred the award to Namita Gokhale on October 14, 2017 at special function in
Guwahati, Assam.
73. Who is elected as the new chief of UNESCO?

1. Irina Bokova
2. TairMansurov
3. Audrey Azoulay
4. Harvey Weinstein
5. Raphael Harvey
Answer 3. Audrey Azoulay
Explanation:
UNESCOs executive board voted to make former French government minister, Audrey
Azoulay, the U.N. cultural agency, UNESCOs next chief.
UNESCO boards selection of Audrey Azoulay as its chief, has been done a day after the United
States announced its withdrawal from UNESCO because of its alleged anti-Israel bias.This
selection would be confirmed by UNESCOs general assemblys next assembly in November
2017. Azoulay would succeed outgoing Director-General Irina Bokova of Bulgaria.
74. When is World Standards Day is observed all over the world?
1. October 13
2. October 14
3. October 15
4. October 20
5. October 25
Answer 2. October 14
Explanation:
On 14th October 2017, World Standards Day was observed all over the world.The World
Standards Day is celebrated every year, to honour the contributions of all those who
developed the technical agreements that are published as international standards.
75. Which States assembly has become first in India to call attention and adjournment
motions and proposals online from legislators?
1. Rajasthan
2. Maharashtra
3. TamilNadu
4. Kerala
5. Telengana
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Answer 1. Rajasthan
Explanation:
Rajasthan State assembly has become the first in India to call attention and adjournment
motions and proposals online from legislators. The new online system was inaugurated by
Rajasthan Assembly Speaker Speaker Kailash Meghwal by sending a call for an attention
motion to the state government with a click of mouse. Besides saving time, labour and use of
paper in the functioning of the assembly, the online system will also help legislators in
bringing attention to urgent public issues.
76. Which country has the worlds first negative emissions power plant?
1. Ireland
2. Finland
3. Scotland
4. Sweden
5. Iceland
Answer 5. Iceland
Explanation The worlds first negative emissions power plant started operating in
Iceland.The term negative emission in this context indicates that the power plant eliminates
more carbon dioxide (CO2) than it produces. This feat has been accomplished by a climate-
startup named Climeworks by refitting a geothermal plant in Iceland.
77. Which is the first country in the world to accept Bitcoin in exchange for citizenship?
1. Chile
2. Fiji
3. New Zealand
4. Vanuatu
5. Nairu
Answer 4. Vanuatu
Explanation South Pacific island nation of Vanuatu has become the first country in the world
to accept Bitcoin in exchange for citizenship. Currently, the citizenship programme of Vanuatu
costs USD 200000. With Bitcoin price hovering around USD 6000, Vanuatu citizenship can be
availed at a price of nearly 35 Bitcoins. However, in addition to the payment in Bitcoin, the
grant of citizenship will be subject to routine due diligence and probity checks.
78. Which singer won 30th Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration for the year
2015 and 2016?
1. Sonu Nigam
2. T M Krishna
3. Asha Bhosle
4. Bala Krishnan
5. Kumar Sanu
Answer 2. T M Krishna
Explanation Singer T M Krishna has won 30th Indira Gandhi Award for National Integration
for the year 2015 and 2016. He has been awarded for promoting and preserving national
integration in the country. He will be conferred the award on October 31, 2017 (Indira
Gandhis Death Anniversary) by Congress President Sonia Gandhi. Krishna is a pre-eminent
vocalist in the Carnatic tradition of Indian classical music and has been an activist who has
worked to break down caste-barriers in the society.
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79. Who becomes the first Bangladeshi to be inducted in MCC World Cricket Committee?
1. Ganguly
2. Shakib Al Hasan
3. Mashrafe Mortaza
4. Tamim Iqbal
5. Sabbir Rahman
Answer 2. Shakib Al Hasan
Explanation All-rounder Shakib Al Hasan became the first cricketer from Bangladesh to be
inducted in the MCC World Cricket Committee. He is regarded as one of Bangladeshs finest
players. He has played 51 Test matches and 177 one-day internationals. He is 30 years old.
He also has vast global experience of domestic cricket, particularly in the T20 format. The
committee has also included Suzie Bates, Ian Bishop and Kumar Dharmasena.
80. Who was defeated by Roger Federer of Switzerland to win Shanghai Masters tennis
tournament?
1. Novak Djokovic
2. Andy Murray
3. Juan Martin
4. Pete Sampras
5. Rafael Nadal
Answer 5. Rafael Nadal
Explanation Roger Federer of Switzerland beat Rafael Nadal of Spain by 6-4 6-3 to win the
final match of Shanghai Masters tennis tournament.
This is Roger Federers 94th career title and has equalled Ivan Lendls record in terms of Open
era titles. Top spot is held by American player Jimmy Connors with 109 career titles.
81. First Investment Agreement was signed between NIIF and Abu Dhabi Investment
Authority (ADIA). NIIF is a fund created by the Government of India for enhancing
__________ in the country.
1. IT
2. Banking
3. Educational Institutions
4. Infrastructure
5. Railways
Answer 4. Infrastructure
Explanation National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) of India signed an
investment agreement worth $1 billion with Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA). As a part
of this pact, ADIA has become the first institutional investor in NIIFs Master Fund and a
shareholder in NIIFs investment management company named National Investment and
Infrastructure Limited. NIIF is a fund created by the Government of India for enhancing
infrastructure financing in the country.
82. Which Folk artist gets Kalakar Puraskar award 2017?

1. Papon
2. Shubha Mudgal
3. Gopal Gowda
4. Kailash Kher
5. Bismillah Khan
Answer 3. Gopal Gowda
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Explanation This years Kalakar Puraskar instituted by Mandd Sobhann will be conferred on
renowned Konkani folk artiste Gopal Gowda.
This award was instituted by Mandd Sobhann, to honor Konkani artistes from the fields of folk
arts, theatre, music and dance. Mandd Sobhann is an organisation that is working towards the
aim of protecting Konkani identity. The award carries a cash award of Rs 25,000 and a citation
83. Who is the first Indian woman wrestler to sign with WWE?
1. Geeta Phogat
2. Sakshi Malik
3. Kavita Devi
4. Babitha
5. Bhiwani
Answer 3. Kavita Devi
Explanation Kavita Devi, a former competitive powerlifter, became the first Indian woman to
be signed by the World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). Jinder Mahal, the current WWE
champion, made this announcement in a special visit to New Delhi. Kavitha Devi would begin
training at the WWE Performance Center in Orlando, Florida, by January 2018. Kavita Devi
hails from Haryana. She underwent training to become a professional wrestler under the
guidance of The Great Khali (Dalip Singh Rana).
84. Which Indian state launched Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojna in the presence of the
farmers?
1. Odisha
2. Gujarat
3. Madhya Pradesh
5. Bihar
Answer 3. Madhya Pradesh
Explanation Madhya Pradesh Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the ambitious
Bhavantar Bhugtan Yojna in the presence of the farmers at the Krishi Upaj Mandi in Khurai,
Sagar district of Madhya Pradesh. The objective of this scheme is to ensure reasonable prices
to the farmers for their agriculture produces and thereby protecting them from losses suffered
on account of distress sale
85. Prime Minister inaugurated first All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA) in which city
on the occasion of National Ayurveda Day?
1. Delhi
2. Srinagar
3. Agartala
4. Shillong
5. Chennai
Answer 1. Delhi
Explanation Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the All India Institute of Ayurveda
(AIIA) in Delhi on the occasion of National Ayurveda Day. AIIA has been set up as an apex
institute under the Ministry of AYUSH and has been modelled along the lines of All India
Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS). AIIA has been set up on 10.015 acres of land at a cost
of Rs. 157 crore. The institute will serve as a platform to establish synergy between traditional
wisdom of Ayurveda and modern diagnostic tools and technology.
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86. How many New Members are elected in UN Human Rights Council?
1. 20
2. 15
3. 25
4. 05
5. 10
Answer 2. 15
Explanation: 15 member nations including Pakistan have been elected to serve on the United
Nations (UN) Human Rights Council. 15 new member nations who have been elected are
Afghanistan, Angola, Australia, Chile, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Mexico, Nepal,
Nigeria, Pakistan, Peru, Qatar, Senegal, Slovakia, Spain and Ukraine. These members would
serve three-year terms beginning on January 1, 2018.
87. Which Indian city ranks among the worst cities in the world for women?
1. Chennai
2. Hyderabad
3. Srinagar
4. Ahmadabad
5. Delhi
Answer 5. Delhi
Explanation: As per a survey by the Thomson Reuters Foundation, Indias capital Delhi is one
of the worst megacities in the world on the parameter of women safety. The survey was
conducted in 19 megacities (having more than 10 million population) of the world between
June and July 2017. Japans capital Tokyo emerged as the safest city in terms of risk of sexual
harassment
88. Who was the first person from Indian origin to hold the post of Deputy Speaker of
the House of Lords?
1. Swraj Paul
2. Kim Thayil
3. Har Gobind Khorana
4. Subramaniya Chandrasekhar
5. Venkatraman Ramakrishnan
Answer 1. Swraj Paul
Explanation Swraj Lord Paul, a famous NRI industrialist and Chairman of The Caparo Group
a leading UK-based manufacturer of steel products, has been honoured with the Life Time
Achievement Award at the 2nd British Asian Achievers Awards which was organised by
Jagatwani a Hindi weekly.
89. What is TU142M related to?

1. Fort
2. Aircraft Museum
3. Ships Museum
4. Defence
5. Navy
Answer 2. aircraft museum
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Explanation
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu laid the foundation stone for the TU142M
aircraft museum in Visakhapatnam.Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Chandrababu Naidu and
Eastern naval command Chief Vice Admiral H.C.S.Bisht laid the foundation stone of the
TU142M aircraft museum.
90. Name the US author who won 2017 Man Booker Prize.
1. Ali Smith
2. Fiona Mozley
3. Auster
4. George Saunders
5. Emily Fridlund
Answer 4. George Saunders
Explanation
US author George Saunders has won 2017 Man Booker Prize for his novel Lincoln in the
Bardo. George Saunders has become second American author to win this award. In 2016,
Paul Beatty became the first American to win this award for his novel The Sellout.
91. Beyond the Dream Girl is the biography of which actress?

1. Hema Malini
2. Kajol
3. Priyanka Chopra
4. Deepika Padukone
5. Rani Mukerjee
Answer 1. Hema Malini
Explanation
Deepika Padukone launched the biography of veteran actress Hema Malini named Beyond the
Dream Girl in Mumbai. The biography of Bollwood actress Hema Malini titled Beyond The
Dream Girl, is written by Ram Kamal Mukherjee. It was unveiled on Hema Malinis 69th
birthday by Bollwood actress Deepika Padukone. The biographys foreword has been written
by Prime Minister Narendra Modi. Hema Malinis daughters Esha and Ahana Deol were also
present at the launch.
92. Where did AYUSH Festival of Stamps 2017 took place?

1. Panaji, Goa
2. Chennai, TamilNadu
3. Agartala, Tripura
4. Ahmedabad, Gujarat
5. Kolkata, West Bengal
Answer 1. Panaji, Goa
Explanation
The AYUSH Festival of Stamps 2017 was inaugurated by Rajya Sabha MP Vinay Tendulkar at
Maquinez Palace in Panaji, Goa. The two-day exhibition event is jointly organised by the Goa
Postal Region, Indian postal department and the Ministry of AYUSH. This festival is the first of
its kind. Its objective is to promote healthy hobbies such as stamp collection among students
and healthy lifestyle habits.
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93. RBI revised the guidelines by which the Banks are asked to provide funds at ____%
interest to women SHGs under DAY-NRLM?
1. 7
2. 8
3. 9
4.15
5.25
Answer 1. 7
Explanation
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued revised guidelines on Interest Subvention Scheme under
Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana National Rural Livelihoods Mission (DAY-NRLM), stating that
banks will provide funds to women Self Help Groups (SHGs) in rural areas at 7 per cent under
the DAY-NRLM in current fiscal, 2017-18. RBI issued above mentioned revised guidelines as
received from the Ministry of Rural Development. These guidelines will be implemented by 21
public sector banks and 19 private banks.
94. Who received Blue Planet Prize, the worlds most prestigious award for pioneers in
environmental science?
1. Chico Mendes
2. Yacouba Sawadago
3. Sim Van Der Ryn
4. Hans Joachim Schellnhuber
5. Craig Vender
Answer 4. Hans Joachim Schellnhuber
Explanation
Environmental scientist Hans Joachim Schellnhuber has received Blue Planet Prize, worlds
most prestigious award for pioneers in environmental science. Schellnhuber has been awarded
the Blue Planet Prize for establishing a new field of science, Earth System Analysis, and
introducing most influential concepts including the notion of tipping elements in the climate
system.
95. Section 247 of the Companies Act 2013 is related to ________ .

1. Sexual Harassment
2. Valuation by Registered Valuers
3. Government Institutions
4. Real Estates
5. BPL
Answer 2. Valuation by Registered Valuers
Explanation
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs has issued a notification on commencement of Section 247 of
the Companies Act, 2013 (Valuation by Registered Valuers) with effect from 18th October,
2017.The Rules, provide regulations for Registration of Valuers, and to conduct valuation,
under the Companies Act, 2013. Individuals, partnership entities and companies can act as
valuers under the Companies Act after getting registered with an authority specified by the
government.
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96. Where is worlds first floating wind farm located?

1. Finland
2. Norway
3. Sweden
4. Scotland
5. Indonesia
Answer 4. Scotland
Explanation
Worlds first floating wind farm located over 15 miles off the coast of Peterhead,
Aberdeenshire in Scotland has started generating electricity.
Work of setting up this wind farm started in July 2017. The turbines used in this wind farm
have been towed all the way from Norway by Norwegian multinational company named Statoil
which has developed this wind farm. The farm consists five 6MW turbines. It is expected that
this floating wind farm will generate 135GWh of electricity each year.
97. Who is the new, youngest-ever Prime Minister of New Zealand?

1. William Pitt
2. George Duke
3. Viscount Palmerston
4. William Ewart
5. Jacinda Ardern
Answer 5. Jacinda Ardern
Explanation
New Zealand Labour Partys leader Jacinda Ardern is set to become youngest-ever female
Prime Minister of New Zealand.September 2017 elections in New Zealand returned a hung
Parliament and uncertainty prevailed as to who shall be the next Prime Minister of New
Zealand. However, Winston Peters, the leader of NZ First party has announced his partys
support to Ardern in a coalition government. A coalition government comprising New Zealand
Labour Party, NZ First and Green Party of Aotearoa New Zealand will now come to power
under the leadership of Jecinda Ardern.
98. When is World Statistics Day observed all over the world?
1. October 21
2. October 22
3. October 20
4. October 15
5. October 29
Answer 3. October 20
Explanation
World Statistics Day was celebrated for the first time on 20th October 2010 throughout the
world. The United Nations Statistical Commission declared 20th October as World Statistics
Day. Around 103 countries celebrate a National Statistics Day, including 51 African countries
that jointly celebrate African Statistics Day annually on 18 November. UN urged all Member
States to organize related activities not only in cooperation with all institutes of the national
statistical systems, but also with researchers, academia, media and other users of statistics
on World Statistics Day.
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99. Who received 2017 World Food Prize Laureate Award?

1. Maria Andrade
2. Robert Mwanga
3. Jan Low
4. Ayodeji Adesina
5. Howarth Bouis
Answer 4. Ayodeji Adesina
Explanation
DR. AKINWUMI AYODEJI ADESINA,the President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), will
be recognized as the 2017 World Food Prize Laureate.He was Nigerias former Minister of
Agriculture and rural development. Through his roles over the past two decades with the
Rockefeller Foundation, at the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA), and as
Minister of Agriculture of Nigeria, Dr. Adesina has been at the forefront of galvanizing political
will to transform African agriculture through initiatives to: expand agricultural production,
thwart corruption in the Nigerian fertilizer industry and exponentially increase the availability
of credit for smallholder farmers across the African continent.
100. Rajasthan State Government under Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has passed
Criminal Laws (Rajasthan Amendment) Ordinance, 2017 and this ordinance provides
how many days immunity to the officers?
1. 50 days
2. 200 days
3. 180 days
4. 150 days
5. 199 days
Answer 3. 180 days
Explanation Rajasthan State Government under Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje has passed
Criminal Laws (Rajasthan Amendment) Ordinance, 2017 which seeks to protect serving
judges, former judges, magistrates and public servants in Rajasthan from being investigated
for on-duty action without Governments prior sanction.
The ordinance also seeks to bar the media from reporting on accusations till the sanction to
proceed with the probe is obtained. The ordinance provides 180 days immunity to the officers,
during which no investigation could be ordered nor could any investigation be carried out
against serving judges, former judges, magistrates and public servants in Rajasthan.
101. Which country tops in the list of pollution-linked deaths in world according to
Lancet study?
1. Srilanka
2. Myanmar
3. Canada
4. India
5. Peru
Answer 4. India
Explanation As per a study conducted by Lancet Commission on Pollution and Health,
released in Lancet medical journal, India has topped the list of countries with highest
pollution-related deaths in year 2015. In this context, pollution-related death refers to death
caused by diseases linked to air, water and other forms of pollution. 81 million out of 2.51
million pollution-related deaths were due to polluted air, whereas polluted water caused 0.64
million deaths in India.
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102. Which city of Telengana will host the CFSIs International Childrens Film Festival ?
1. Nalgonda
2. Karimnagar
3. Adilabad
4. Hyderabad
5. Khammam
Answer 4. Hyderabad
Explanation The 20th International Childrens Film Festival (ICFFI) is to be held in Hyderabad
between 8 and 14 November 2017. The International Childrens Film Festival (ICFFI) festival
is also called The Golden Elephant. It is being organised by Childrens Film Society, India
(CFSI). It will be hosted by the Telangana government jointly with CFSI and the Union
Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
103. Which Indian cricketer became the highest run-scorer after 200 ODIs?
1. Hardick Pandya
2. Virat Kohli
3. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
4. Sachin Tendulkar
5. Suresh Raina
Answer 2. Virat Kohli
Explanation During the one day international (ODI) match between India and New Zealand
at Wankhede stadium, Mumbai, Virat Kohli became the highest run-scorer after 200 ODIs.
During his innings in this match against New Zealand, Virats total runs scored in ODIs
reached 8888 mark and thereby overtook South Africa captain AB de Villiers, who has 8621
runs after 200 ODIs.
104. In which Indian city, the Indias First Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra for Skilling in
Smart Cities inaugurated?
1. Mumbai
2. Kanpur
3. New Delhi
4. Agartala
5. Chennai
Answer 3. New delhi
Explanation
Union Home Minister, Rajnath Singh along with Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas
and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Dharmendra Pradhan inaugurated Indias first
Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Kendra (PMKK) for Skilling in Smart Cities in New Delhi in
collaboration with New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).
This centre, located at Mandir Marg, New Delhi, is an exemplary heritage building of approx.
30,000 sq.ft. It has a capacity of skilling 4000 youth annually and caters to healthcare and
solar energy sectors.
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105. Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abes belongs to which party?

1. Happiness Realization Party
2. Liberal Democratic Party
3. Imperial Rule Party
4. Japan Nation Party
5. Tomorrow Party of Japan
Answer 2. Liberal Democratic Party
Explanation
In the snap election held in Japan, ruling coalition headed by incumbent Prime Minister Shinzo
Abe has won two-thirds super majority in the 465-member lower house. i. This electoral
victory will boost Abes chances of winning another three- year term next September. The
ruling coalition comprising Shinzo Abes Liberal Democratic Party and its junior partner
Komeito now have two-third majority in upper house as well as the lower house of Japanese
parliament.
106. Name the Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) provided to Sri Lankan Navy by the Indian
Coast Guard.
1. Viana
2. Svetlyak
3. Cassiopea
4. Suraksha
5. Dabur
Answer 4. Suraksha
Explanation
Sri Lankan Navy commissioned Sri Lanka Coast Guard (SLCGS) Ship Suraksha. SLCGS
Suraksha is an Offshore Patrol Vessel (OPV) provided by the Indian Coast Guard to the Sri
Lanka Navy. During its tenure with Indian Coast Guard, this OPV was named Varuna. It was
formally handed over to Sri Lankan Navy in September 2017.
107. Who were crowned Champion of Champions, in the ISSF World Cup Final 2017, in
New Delhi?
1. Italy
2. Chinese
3. India
4. France
5. Polland
Answer 2. Chinese
Explanation
Italy topped the medal count and Chinese were crowned Champion of Champions, in the
ISSF World Cup Final 2017, in New Delhi. Italy topped the medal count by winning 2 gold, 3
silver, 1 bronze medals. It was followed by China in 2nd position with 2 gold, 2 silver and 5
bronze medals. India, which hosted the event, finished in the 7th position overall. It won 1
gold, 1 silver and 1 bronze medal.
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108. In which city of Indonesia, the 30th edition of CORPAT (Coordinated Patrol) and 3rd
Bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy was
conducted?
1. Jakarta
2. Yogyakarta
3. Belawan
4. Lombok
5. Semeru
Answer 3. Belawan
Explanation
Explanation The 30th edition of CORPAT (Coordinated Patrol) and 3rd Bilateral exercise
between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy is conducted in Belawan, Indonesia. Indian
Naval Ship Sukanya under the command of Commander SA Deodhar, arrived at Belawan,
Indonesia, to participate in the 30th edition of CORPAT (Coordinated Patrol) and 3rd Bilateral
exercise between the Indian Navy and the Indonesian Navy.
109. Name the Cobrand Wallet which was launched jointly by IndusInd Bank and
MobiKwik.
1. Indus-Mobi
2. Ind-Mobikwik
3. IndusInd Mobikwik
4. Wallet IM
5. Mobi cobrand wallet
Answer 3. IndusInd Mobikwik
Explanation
IndusInd Bank and MobiKwik announced the launch of a co-branded wallet, IndusInd
Mobikwik. IndusInd Mobikwik wallet allows IndusInd banks customers to pay at the
MobiKwik merchant network using their accounts. This wallet has a direct debit feature which
allows IndusInd Bank account holders to link their accounts just once and pay using the co-
branded app as and when required. This feature eliminates the need to load the MobiKwik
prepaid wallet separately.
110. Which footballer (male) won the FIFA player-of-the-year awards 2017?
1. Lionel Messi
2. Cristiano Ronaldo
3. Neymar
4. Tom Brady
5. Cam Newton
Answer 2. Cristiano Ronaldo
Explanation
Footballer Cristiano Ronaldo has been named FIFA Mens Player of the Year and Lieke Martens
has been named FIFA Womens Player of the Year. FIFAs annual The Best football award
ceremony was held on October 23, 2017 in London, UK. Cristiano Ronaldo was adjudged best
male footballer by securing 43.16% of the total vote. Male footballers Lionel Messi and
Neymar received second and third highest votes respectively.
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111. Which Indian States Election Department has entered Limca Book of Records for
the formation of the biggest human logo comprising young voters in the state?
1. Manipur
2. Mizoram
3. Meghalaya
4. Tripura
5. Bihar
Answer 3. Meghalaya
Explanation
the Meghalaya Election Department has entered Limca Book of Records for the formation of
the biggest human logo comprising young voters in the state. The logo formation was part of
Mission Unite (U and I towards Enrolment) as part of the Special drive to enroll young and left
out voters in the age categories of 18 to 21 years held in July 2017 at the Jawaharlal Nehru
Sports Complex.
112. Who was appointed as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of India Post
Payments Bank (IPPB)?
1. AP Singh
2. Ashok pal Singh
3. Seema Biswas
4. Narendra Modi
5. Suresh Sethi
Answer 5. Suresh Sethi
Explanation
Suresh Sethi has been appointed as Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of India
Post Payments Bank (IPPB). He replaces AP Singh who had held the post since January 2017.
As stated by Union Ministry of Communications, Suresh Sethi had been selected by the Banks
Board Bureau. Several top heads from public and private sector banks as well as reputed
finance professionals were vying for this post.
113. Myanmar announced to launch its own satellite system in June 2019 which was
named as __________?
1. MyanmarSat-2
2. Suraksha
3. Varuna
4. Agni-2
5. Sat2-Myanmar
Answer 1. MyanmarSat-2
Explanation
Indias neighbouring country, Myanmar has announced to launch its own satellite system
MyanmarSat-2 in June in 2019. MyanmarSat 2 will carry six C-band and six Ku-band
transponders. Myanmar is currently using MyanmarSat-1 on lease system, whereas
MyanmarSat-2, will be used on joint ownership system with an undisclosed partner.
114. Who is the first Indian to occupy the top spot on the ITTF World Junior Circuit
standings?
1. Abhay Parshal
2. Abhay Thakkar
3. Viswanath Anand
4. Manav Thakkar
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5. Karan Tackar
Answer 4. Manav Thakkar
Explanation
Manav Thakkar has become the first Indian to occupy the top spot (3,455 points) on the ITTF
World Junior Circuit standings. He hails from Surat. He was previously placed at No. 5
position. He has reached the top position of top ITTF Junior Circuit standings after finishing
runner-up at the 2017 Serbian Junior and Cadet Open, Belgrade. Through this Manav Thakkar
has ensured a place for himself in the ITTF World Junior Circuit Finals to be held in February
2018 in Luxembourg.
115. Who is the former basketball team head coach, who has joined NBA India as Head
of Basketball Operations?
1. Satnam Singh
2. Amjyot Singh
3. Vishesh Bhriguvanshi
4. David Rajan
5. Scott Fleming
Answer 5. Scott Fleming
Explanation
The National Basketball Association (NBA) announced Scott Fleming, former India mens
national team head coach, has joined NBA India as Head of Basketball Operations. He will
oversee the leagues youth and elite basketball development in India, including the Reliance
Foundation Jr. NBA program, NBA Academy India and NBA Basketball School.
116. Which two ministries jointly launched SAATHI (Sustainable and Accelerated
Adoption of efficient Textile technologies to help small Industries)?
1. Ministries of Power and Textiles
2. Ministries of Agriculture and Textiles
3. Ministries of Power and Fertilizers
4. Ministries of foreign trade and Textiles
5. Ministries of Power and Chemicals
Answer 1. Ministries of Power and Textiles
Explanation
Ministries of Power and Textiles jointly launched SAATHI (Sustainable and Accelerated
Adoption of efficient Textile technologies to Help small Industries). Under the SAATHI
initiative, Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), would provide energy efficient
Powerlooms, motors and Rapier kits to the small and medium Powerloom units at no upfront
cost. EESL is a public sector entity under the administrative control of Ministry of Power.
117. Which Indian state was the first state to announce that starting from 2018, it will
switch to January-December financial year from the existing April-March cycle?
1. Gujarat
2. Kerala
3. Karnataka
4. Madhya Pradesh
5. Sikkim
Answer 4. Madhya Pradesh
Explanation
Madhya Pradesh was the first state to announce that starting from 2018, it will switch to
January-December financial from the existing April-March cycle. It was also announced that
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current fiscal works will be completed by December 2017 and next years budget will be
presented by end of December 2017 or in beginning of January 2017.
118. According to Global Passport Power Rank 2017, which countrys passport is the
most powerful in the world?
1. Malaysia
2. Oman
3. Yemen
4. Scotland
5. Singapore
Answer 5. Singapore
Explanation
As per Global Passport Power Rank 2017, compiled by international financial advisory firm
Arton Capital, passport of Singapore is now the most powerful passport in the world. Next to
Singapore its Germany, Sweden and South Korea.
119. Which country opened the worlds first 3D-printed concrete bridge, mainly for the
use of cyclists?
1. Norway
2. Sweden
3. Italy
4. Netherlands
5. USA
Answer 4. Netherlands
Explanation
There worlds first 3D-printed concrete bridge was inaugurated at the southeastern town of
Gemert, Netherlands. The bridge is 26 feet long and less than 12 feet wide. The bridge is
made of reinforced, pre-stressed concrete. Printing the bridge took around 3 months. It
consists of nearly 800 layers. The bridge was commissioned by the province of North-Brabant
and led by the company BAM Infra.
120. According to Australian Centre for Financial Studies (ACFS), what is Indias rank in
the Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index 2017 out of 30 ?
1. 10
2. 15
3. 28
4. 30
5. 29
Answer 3. 28
Explanation
India has ranked 28th out of 30 countries in the Melbourne Mercer Global Pension Index 2017
published by Australian Centre for Financial Studies (ACFS). The index reviewed pension
system of 30 countries which together cover 60 percent of the worlds population. Although
India has ranked 28th, its pension system has been adjudged as more sustainable than that
of Poland, Germany, France, Japan, Italy, Austria, Brazil, China and Argentina.
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121. Girija Devi is related to which of the below given field?

1. Actor
2. Classical Singer
3. Musician
4. Dancer
5. Politician
Answer 2. Classical singer
Explanation
Famous classical singer and Padma Vibhushan awardee Girija Devi died of cardiac arrest, at
BM Birla Heart Research Centre, in Kolkata. She was 88 years old. She was admitted to BM
Birla Heart Research Centre in Kolkata with cardiovascular ailments. She died at 8.45 pm on
24th October 2017 due to cardiac arrest. She is survived by a daughter.
122. Where did the First International Day of Diplomats celebrated?

1. Portugal
2. Brasilia
3. Minas Gerais
4. Sao Paulo
5. Finland
Answer 2. Brasilia
Explanation
The first International Day of Diplomats was celebrated in Brasilia. Diplomats of Bangladesh,
Brazil, France, Ghana, India, Israel, Italy, Mexico, South Africa and Turkey participated in the
First International Day of Diplomats celebration in Brasilia. The idea of celebrating
International Day of Diplomats is to recognise the hard work and sacrifices of diplomats and
their families. This idea has gained wide support from the international community, including
diplomats of various countries.
123. What method of ranking will be launched by Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) to
rank govt departments over anti-corruption measures?
1. Authenticity
2. Smart Card Index
3. Integrity Index
4. Reputation Index
5. Public Sector Voting
Answer 3. Integrity Index
Explanation
In a bid to practice preventive vigilance, Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) will develop an
Integrity Index, which will annually rank government entities viz. Public Sector Undertakings,
Public Sector Banks and Financial Institution, Departments and Ministries of Government of
India on anti-corruption measures which will include internal processes and controls as well as
organisations interaction with external stakeholders.
124. Deadline for linking Aadhaar with government schemes extended from Dec 31,
2017 to ________ ?
1. May 31, 2018
2. June 31, 2018
3. March 31, 2018
4. Dec 31, 2018
5. July 31, 2018
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Answer 3. March 31, 2018

Explanation
Union Government informed Supreme Court that deadline for linking of Aadhaar to avail
benefits under government welfare schemes has been postponed to March 31, 2018. Before
this extension, the deadline for linking Aadhaar was December 31, 2017. On account of this
extension, benefit to participants of various welfare schemes administered by Central
Government, who do not have Aadhaar number or who have not linked their Aadhaar number,
will not be denied till March 31, 2017.
125. Where did 3rd Global Investors India Forum take place?
1. Mumbai
2. New Delhi
3. Kolkatta
4. Chennai
5. Hyderabad
Answer 2. New delhi
Explanation
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Power and New & Renewable Energy, R. K.
Singh addressed the 3rd Global InvestorsIndia Forum in New Delhi. The event was organized
by Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India (ASSOCHAM). Theme of this
event was Ideate, Innovate, Implement and Invest in India. Distinguished names from global
industry attended this event. They held discussions with Mr. Singh and senior officials of
Power Ministry.
126. Which Arabian country announced minimum wage for its workers for the first
time?
1. Abudhabi
2. Qatar
3. Saudi Arabia
4. Iran
5. Iraq
Answer 2. Qatar
Explanation
Qatar announced minimum wage for its workers for the first time. Qatar has introduced
certain labour law reforms, including minimum wage. It has not been announced when these
reforms will come into effect. The International Trade Union Confederation (ITUC) has
welcomed this move.
127. Which country unveils Worlds first track-less train that runs on virtual railways?
1. USA
2. China
3. Singapore
4. Malaysia
5. Japan
Answer 2. China
Explanation
Chinas worlds first track-less train, that runs on virtual track is promoted as the Worlds First
smart train. This train could travel at the speed of 70 kmph. This train is called Autonomous
Rail Transit (ART). This train was created to reduce urban traffic problems. This was
developed by CRRC Corporation Limited. This train is a hybrid between a bus and tram. It
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runs on virtual railways that are represented by white lines.
128. Indias first all-woman crew on circumnavigation of globe under Navika Sagar
Parikrama expedition arrived at which country after sailing for 43 days?
1. New Zealand
2. Holland
3. Australia
4. Polland
5. Chile
Answer 3. Australia
Explanation
Indias first all-woman crew on circumnavigation of globe under Navika Sagar Parikrama
expedition arrived at Fremantle, Australia after sailing for 43 days. Under Navika Sagar
Parikrama, six-member all-women crew will cover 21,600 nautical miles around the world in
eight months and will return to Goa from where the expedition began in September 2017.
129. Which is the worlds first country to grant citizenship to a robot, by granting
citizenship to Sophia, an Artificially Intelligent (AI) robot?
1. Iran
2. Iraq
3. Saudi Arabia
4. Finland
5. India
Answer 3. Saudi Arabia
Explanation
Saudi Arabia became the worlds first country to grant citizenship to a robot, by granting
citizenship to Sophia, an Artificially Intelligent (AI) robot. The robot, Sophia, was awarded
citizenship of Saudi Arabia at the Future Investment Initiative summit in Riyadh. Specific
details of Sophias citizenship were not discussed. It is not clear whether she will receive the
same rights as human citizens, or if Saudi Arabia will develop a specific system devoted to
robots.
130. Who is the second Indian-origin player to be signed by NBA G-League side?
1. Satnam Singh
2. Kantar Enes
3. Kennard Luke
4. Gokul Natesan
5. Kleber Maxi
Answer 4. Gokul Natesan
Explanation
Gokul Natesan became the second Indian-origin player to be signed by an NBA G-League side.
He was signed by Canton Charge, a minor league affiliate team of Cleveland Cavaliers of the
National Basketball Association (NBA). He is 23 years old. He is a computer science graduate.
He lives in a small town sandwiched between Santa Clara and Cupertino, in the USA.
131. When was the World Polio Day was observed all over the world ?
1. 24th October
2. 25th October
3. 26th October
4. 27th October
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5. 28th October
Answer 1. 24th October
Explanation
World Polio Day was established by Rotary International. It is held on October 24th in
celebration of the birth of Dr. Jonas Salk, the man who led the first team to develop a vaccine
against polio. The development of the polio vaccine reduced polio worldwide by 99%. Polio is
a crippling and potentially fatal infectious disease.
132. In which city of India, International PUN (Puppets Unite Neighbours) festival is
celebrated?
1. Mumbai
2. Ahmedabad
3. Vadodara
4. Kolkata
5. Indore
Answer 4. Kolkata
Explanation
Six-day International Puppet Festival began in Kolkata, West Bengal on October 26, 2017.
This festival is christened PUN (Puppets Unite Neighbours). The festival is aimed to revive
interest in puppet art in India and to bring together puppeteers from different countries.
Puppeteers from countries like the UK, Germany, Peru, Portugal, Italy, Lithuania, Brazil and
Singapore will perform during the course of this six-day festival.
133. Which is the first country to leave International Criminal Court?

1. Morocco
2. Algeria
3. Libya
4. Nigeria
5. Burundi
Answer 5. Burundi
Explanation
African country Burundi has withdrawn from International Criminal Court (ICC) with effect
from October 27, 2017 and has thus become the first nation to do so. International Criminal
Court is an international tribunal (located in Hague, Netherlands) having authority to
prosecute individuals for the international crimes of genocide, crimes against humanity, and
war crimes. In recent years, governments of three African countries, South Africa, Gambia
and Burundi expressed their intent to leave ICC citing the reason that it focuses too much on
African nations.
134. Where did the 4th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting (ADMM) Plus held at?
1. Thailand
2. Vietnam
3. Indonesia
4. Philippines
5. Singapore
Answer 4. Philippines
Explanation
The 4th ASEAN Defense Ministers Meeting (ADMM)-Plus was hosted by the Philippine
Department of National Defence. The meeting was chaired by Secretary of National Defence of
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the Philippines Delfin Lorenzana. Defence department leaders from 10 ASEAN (Association of
Southeast Asian Nations) nations and 8 dialog partners participated. They delivered speeches
on regional security situations and issues of common concern.
135. Where is the Asia Pacific Japan regions first Leonardo Centre located in India?
1. Bengaluru
2. Srinagar
3. Hyderabad
4. Chennai
5. Trichy
Answer 1. Bengaluru
Explanation
SAP launched the Asia Pacific Japan (APJ) regions first SAP Leonardo Center, in Bengaluru.
The Leonardo Centre in Bengaluru is the first in Asia Pacific Japan region and the fourth SAP
Leonardo Center globally. The centre is located in the SAP Labs India, Bengaluru campus.
Other SAP Leonardo Centers are located in New York, Paris and Sao Leopoldo.
136. Who became the UKs most influential black person, by topping the 2018 Powerlist
of 100 people of African and African Caribbean heritage?
1. Diana Abbott
2. Ignatius Sancho
3. Lenny Henry
4. Paul Boateng
5. Gina Miller
Answer 5. Gina Miller
Explanation
Indian-origin campaigner, Gina Miller, became the UKs most influential black person, by
topping the 2018 Powerlist of 100 people of African and African Caribbean heritage. On 25th
October 2017, the 2018 Powerlist of 100 people of African and African Caribbean heritage,
was published by Powerful Media in London. Gina Miller is 52 years old. She has been ranked
the Britains most influential black person for winning a legal challenge that prevented British
Prime Minister Theresa May from triggering Brexit without Parliaments approval.
137. Which Indian States Chief Minister received the Golden Peacock Award, at the 17th
London Global Convention, held in London?
1. Andhra Pradesh
2. Bihar
3. Telengana
4. Gujarat
5. Karnataka
Answer 1. Andhra Pradesh
Explanation
Chandrababu Naidu received the Golden Peacock Award under the category, Global
Leadership in Public Service and Economic Transformation. Nara Bhuvaneswari, Chandrababu
Naidus wife and managing director of the Heritage Foods received Golden Peacock Award
under the category Corporate Governance and Sustainability. The Golden Peacock Award was
instituted by the Institute of Directors (IOD) of India in 1991.
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138. Who is the recently added board member of US-India Strategic Partnership Forum
(USISPF)?
1. Mukesh Aghi
2. Nisha Desai
3. Richard Verma
4. Sanchit Agarwal
5. Pallavi Goel
Answer 3. Richard Verma
Explanation
Richard Verma has been added as a board member of US-India Strategic Partnership Forum
(USISPF). He is the 25th U.S. Ambassador to India. He was the first U.S. Ambassador to India
to visit all Indian states during his tenure. He is currently the Vice Chairman of The Asia
Group, where he leads the firm in South Asia. In addition, he is a Centennial Fellow at
Georgetown Universitys School of Foreign Service, and he co-chairs the Center for American
Progress U.S.-India Task Force.
139. Which country has qualified for the Hockey World Cup for the first time?
1. India
2. China
3. Malaysia
4. S.Africa
5. N.America
Answer 2. China
Explanation
The International Hockey Federation (FIH) declared that China have qualified for the Hockey
World Cup for the first time. Chinas place was confirmed when South Korea drew 1-1 with
Malaysia, a result which put the Malaysians into the final against India. While China created
history, it was a dark day for the South Korean team which will not be part of the World Cup
for the first time since 1998 event in Utrecht, Netherlands.
140. Who is popularly known as the gutkha baron?

1. Henry Ford
2. Bill Gates
3. Rahul Bajaj
4. Rasiklal Dhariwal
5. Martha Stewart
Answer 4. Rasiklal Dhariwal
Explanation
Rasiklal Dhariwal, an industrialist popularly known as the gutkha baron, died due to parotid
gland cancer, at Ruby Hall Clinic, in Pune. Rasiklal Dhariwal was 78 years old. He died due to
parotid gland cancer on 24th October 2017. He is survived by his wife, son and four
daughters.
141. Name the cricketer who became the fastest player to score 9000 runs in ODI during
the 3rd ODI against New Zealand in Kanpur?
1. Rohit Sharma
2. MS Dhoni
3. Yuvaraj Singh
4. Shikar Dhawan
5. Virat Kohli
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Answer 5. Virat Kohli

Explanation
Virat Kohli became the fastest player to score 9000 runs in ODI during the 3rd ODI against
New Zealand in Kanpur. It took Virat Kohli 194 innings to achieve this milestone. He has
broken the record of South African batsman AB de Villiers as the fastest cricketer to reach this
milestone. Mahendra Singh Dhoni had reached this milestone of 9000 ODI runs in 2016. Other
Indians who have achieved this milestone are Sachin Tendulkar, Rahul Dravid, Sourav
Ganguly and Mohammad Azharuddin.
142. What is the Theme for The World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2017 which was
celebrated on 27th oct ?
1. Find and Acknowledge
2. Its your story-dont lose it
3. To build awareness on Perseverance
4. Discover, remember and share
5. Through Images and Sounds
Answer 4. Discover, remember and share
Explanation
The World Day for Audiovisual Heritage is celebrated to mark the adoption, of the
Recommendation for the Safeguarding and Preservation of Moving Images, by the 21st
General Conference, in 1980. Theme for The World Day for Audiovisual Heritage 2017 is
Discover, remember and share. This day aims to create awareness to preserve and
acknowledge the importance of audiovisual documents.
143. Union Cabinet has approved over Rs 7,000 crore for construction of permanent
campuses of how many new Indian Institute of Technology (IITs)?
1. 10
2. 1
3. 6
4. 15
5. 25
Answer 3. 6
Explanation
Union Cabinet has approved over Rs 7,000 crore for construction of permanent campuses of
six new Indian Institute of Technology (IITs). Permanent campuses for six new IITs will be
constructed at Tirupati (Andhra Pradesh), Palakkad (Kerala), Dharwad (Karnataka), Jammu
(Jammu and Kashmir), Bhilai (Chhattisgarh) and Goa. Academic sessions of IITs at Tirupati
and Palakkad started in 2015-16 and at Dharwad, Bhilai, Jammu and Goa it started in 2016-
17.
144. Where did International Peace Conference to promote peace and harmony in the
North Eastern region of India held at?
1. Agartala
2. Imphal
3. Darjeeling
4. Bagalpur
5. Indore
Answer 2. Imphal
Explanation
International Peace Conference in Imphal was held with an objective to promote peace and
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harmony in the North Eastern region of India. The conference was attended by religious
leaders from various countries, including Buddhist monks from South-East Asia and Myanmar.
145. Where did the 11th World Congress on Adolescent Health, aiming at lowering
mortality rates for adolescents held at?
1. Hyderabad
2. Chennai
3. Mumbai
4. Kolkatta
5. New Delhi
Answer 5. NewDelhi
Explanation
The 11th World Congress on Adolescent Health is held in New Delhi. The theme for World
Congress on Adolescent Health 2017 is Investing in Adolescent Healththe Future is Now.
This years event is focused on lowering mortality rates for adolescents. This event is hosted
by MAMTA Health Institute for Mother and Child and the Public Health Foundation of India
(PHFI) with support of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.
146. Where is the 14th South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation in Law
(SAARCLAW) Conference is being held at?
1. Colombo, Sri Lanka
2. Jaffna, Sri Lanka
3. Mumbai, India
4. New Delhi, India
5. Islamabad, Pakistan
Answer 1. Colombo, Sri Lanka
Explanation
14th South Asian Association for Regional Co-operation in Law (SAARCLAW)Conference is
being held from 27th -29th October, 2017 in Colombo, Sri Lanka, along with the 11th SAARC
Chief Justices Conference. The conference was inaugurated on October 27, 2017 by Sri
Lankan Prime Minister Ranil Wickremesinghe. Theme of 14th SAARCLAW Conference is
Emerging Legal Trends in SAARC Countries. The conference is being attended by South
Asias top Judges, legal practitioners and academics.
147. Name the First-ever Insurance Policy launched by Star Health Insurance for
Persons Diagnosed with Cancer?
1. Star Cancer insurance
2. Star Cancer Care Gold
3. Star Cancer care policy
4. Star Cancer pay-out benefits
5. Star Cancer Life care plans
Answer 2. Star Cancer Care Gold
Explanation
Star Health and Allied Insurance (SHAI) has introduced first-ever health insurance cover for
people already diagnosed with cancer. This insurance policy has been named Star Cancer
Care Gold. It covers the risk of recurrence, the spread of cancer (metastasis) and second
cancer (second malignancy).
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148. Which country is the largest smartphone market in the world?

1. USA
2. China
3. Japan
4. Russia
5. Norway
Answer 2. China
Explanation
Canalys has released a report recently that states, India has become the second largest
smartphone market in the world. The 1st position is occupied by China. Indias mobile phone
shipments have increased by 23% compared to 2016. Mobile brands Xiaomi and Samsung
account for almost half of the total market.
149. Where did the International Science Festivals Start-up Summit 2017 held at?
1. Trichy
2. Madurai
3. Chennai
4. Kolkatta
5. Mumbai
Answer 3. Chennai
Explanation
Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) has received an award from All India
Council for Technical Education (AICTE), at the International Science Festivals Start-up
Summit 2017, at Chennai. Entrepreneurship Development Institute of India (EDII) received
the award fromAICTE for supporting, promoting and mentoring technology start-ups.
150. Where is Madame Tussauds wax Museum Located?

1. Russia
2. London
3. USA
4. India
5. New Zealand
Answer 2. London
Explanation
Madame Tussauds is a wax museum on London with smaller museums in a no of other major
cities. At Madame Tussauds Delhi, wax figures of famous personalities including sports,
history, politics and glamour will be displayed under one roof. Visitors will have the
opportunity to interact with the figures of celebrities, which is a unique part of the show.
Justin Bieber has a huge fan following among youngsters in our country and the request for
his figure has been long awaited.
151. In which country Worlds first hydrogen tram is operated, which is a pollutant free
hybrid tram?
1. Japan
2. USA
3. Russia
4. Pakistan
5. China
Answer 5. China
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Explanation
The worlds first hybrid electric tram powered by hydrogen fuel cells has started running in
China, marking a big step in the application of green energy in public transport. Researched
and manufactured by Chinese, it is the worlds first hybrid electric tram, with hydrogen being
the main power source, according to China Railway Rolling Corporation (CRRC) Tangshan Co,
the maker of the tram.
152. Which is the first ever coffee table book on the Department of Defence Production
(DDP)?
1. Dining with the Maharajas
2. A journey towards your Goal
3. Posing for Posterity
4. A journey towards self-reliance
5. Art of exile paintings
Answer 4. A journey towards self-reliance
Explanation
A journey towards self-reliance is the first ever coffee table book on the Department of
Defence Production (DDP). It narrates the post-independence years of development,
production of arms, ammunition and defence equipment, with a view to achieve self-reliance
for the Armed Forces of India. The book mentions about the Government of Indias effort to
establish India as a global manufacturing hub, under the Make in India initiative.
153. Name the communication satellite which Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) got, to
monitor the Chinese border.
1. GSAT-10
2. GSAT-6
3. GSAT-15
4. GMAT-6
5. GZAT-6
Answer 2. GSAT-6
Explanation
To enhance the security after the Doklam standoff with China, Union Government has armed
the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) with access to GSAT-6 communication satellites feeds
to track activities along Himalayan border. Indian Space Research Organisations (ISRO)
geostationary communication satellite,GSAT-6 was launched in August 2015. Besides
performing its primary task of communication, it also performs multiple tasks such as aiding
in navigation, collecting data and image mapping.
154. Which country will host UN wildlife summit in 2020?

1. Singapore
2. India
3. China
4. Japan
5. Malaysia
Answer 2. India
Explanation
India will host the thirteenth session of United Nations global wildlife conference on migratory
species (CMS COP13) in 2020. The Conference of the Parties to the Convention on Migratory
Species (CMS COP) is held once in three years. It is the only international treaty devoted
exclusively to migratory wildlife species. The summit aims to conserve terrestrial, marine, and
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avian migratory species on a global level.
155. Who replaced Bill Gates as worlds richest person with $90.6 billion fortune?
1. Larry Ellison
2. Cristiano Ronaldo
3. Ussain Bolt
4. Mark Zuckerburg
5. Jeff Bezos
Answer 5. Jeff Bezos
Explanation
According to Forbes magazine, the wealth of Jeff Bezos, Amazons founder reached $90.6
billion, compared to the $90.1 billion of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates. Jeff Bezos has been
on the Forbes list of the richest billionaires since 1998, after his e-commerce business
Amazon.com, Inc. went public.
156. Where did the 17th edition of FIFA U-17 World Cup take place?
1. Nigeria
2. India
3. Libya
4. Somalia
5. Australia
Answer 2. India
Explanation
17th edition of FIFA U-17 World Cup took place in India from 6th 28th October 2017. FIFA
U-17 is a biennial international football tournament of mens under-17 national teams
organised by Federation Internationale de Football Association (FIFA).
157. In which ocean, the Indian Navy and Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF)
began a three-day anti-submarine warfare exercise?
1. Pacific Ocean
2. Arctic Ocean
3. Antartic Ocean
4. Atlantic Ocean
5. Indian Ocean
Answer 5. Indian Ocean
Explanation
to deepen operational coordination in the strategically important sea lanes, Indian Navy and
Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) began a three-day anti-submarine warfare
exercise in the Indian Ocean region on October 29, 2017. On October 29, 2017, Japans two
P-3C Orion jets, which are anti-submarine warfare aircraft, landed at naval air station Hansa
in Goa to take part in the drill. In this exercise, Indian Navy is represented by two P-8 I long-
range maritime reconnaissance anti-submarine warfare aircrafts.
158. Who received Parmod Mahajan Smriti Award 2017?

1. Amitab Bachan
2. Anupam Kher
3. Amir Khan
4. Shreya Goshal
5. Madhavan
Answer 2. Anupam Kher
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Explanation
veteran Bollywood actor Anupam Kher received Parmod Mahajan Smriti Award in Pune.
Anupam Kher is the current Chairman of Film and Television Institute of India. Saira Banu,
who moved Supreme Court seeking a ban on instantaneous Triple Talaq among Muslims is
the second recipient of Pramod Mahjan Smriti Award. The awards were presented by Union
HRD Minister Prakash Javadekar.
159. Who is appointed as brand ambassador of Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation?

1. Virat Kohli
2. Sachin Tendulkar
3. Virender Shewag
4. Suresh Raina
5. Hardik Pandya
Answer 4. Suresh Raina
Explanation
Suresh Raina is a cricketer and a resident of Ghaziabad. He has been appointed as the brand
ambassador of the Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation (GMC). This programme will help the
municipal corporation in spreading awareness about sanitation. V.K. Jindal, Joint Secretary
and Director of Swachh Bharat Mission, and Ghaziabad Municipal Commissioner C.P. Singh
were present during the occasion.
160. Who won the Mexican Grand Prix title 2017?

1. Lewis Hamilton
2. Daniel Riccardo
3. Nico Rosberg
4. Sachin Keiner
5. Max Verstappen
Answer 5. Max Verstappen
Explanation
Explanation Max Verstappen of Red Bull team won the Mexican Grand Prix, at Autodromo
Hermanos Rodriguez race track, in Mexico. This is his third victory in Formula 1.
161. Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana is a campaign launched for
_______?
1. Making quality medicines available at affordable prices
2. Free heart surgery for the poor
3. Free medical checkup in rural under developed areas
4. It is a scheme related to unemplyment
5. PMs scheme to motivate the youngsters in business
Answer 1. Making quality medicines available at affordable prices
Explanation
Union Minister for State for Social Justice and Empowerment, Ramdas Athawale launched the
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Jan Aushadhi Pariyojana in Mumbai. Currently, more than 600
medicines and 150 surgical and other medical items are being made available at affordable
rates at Janaushadhi Kendras opened across the country under the Pradhan Mantri Jan
Aushadhi Pariyojana.
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162. According to Global TB Report 2017 released by World Health Organization (WHO),
India is in what position accounting for 64 per cent of the 10.4 million new
tuberculosis (TB) ?
1. First
2. Second
3. Third
4. Fourth
5. Fifth
Answer 1. First
Explanation
According to Global TB Report 2017 released by World Health Organization (WHO), India has
topped the list of seven countries, accounting for 64 per cent of the 10.4 million new
tuberculosis (TB) cases worldwide in 2016. In 2016, nearly 7 million people died from TB,
marking a 4% drop as compared to 2015 report. In terms of new tuberculosis (TB) cases
worldwide in 2016, India is followed by Indonesia, China, Philippines, Pakistan, Nigeria and
South Africa.
163. Union Government set up an alternative mechanism panel headed by whom, to

consider and oversee mergers among the Indias public sector banks?
1. Arun Jaitley
2. Narendra Modi
3. Sushma Swaraj
4. Rajnath Singh
5. Nitin Gadkari
Answer 1. Arun Jaitley
Explanation
Union Government set up an alternative mechanism panel headed by Finance Minister Arun
Jaitley, to consider and oversee mergers among the Indias public sector banks. Union Railway
and Coal Minister, Piyush Goyal and Union Defence Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman are also the
members of this alternative mechanism panel on PSU bank consolidation head by Mr. Arun
Jaitley.
164. State Bank of India (SBI) with which organisation signed an agreement for Rs 2317
crore credit facilities to seven companies to finance grid connected rooftop solar
projects?
1. IMF
2. World Bank
3. UNESCO
4. FAO (Food nad Agriculture Organisation)
5. BIS ( Bank for International Settlement)
Answer 2. World Bank
Explanation
State Bank of India (SBI) and the World Bank announced Rs 2317 crore credit facilities to
seven companies to finance grid connected rooftop solar projects. Seven corporate to which
the credit facilities have been extended include Adani Group, Hinduja Renewables, JSW
Energy, Tata Renewable, Azure Power, Cleantech Solar and Hero Solar Energy. These grid
connected rooftop solar projects which will together generate 575 mw.
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165. Who was appointed as the Director General of Bureau of Police Research and
Development ?
1. Piyush Goyal
2. AP Maheshwari
3. Prakash Javadekar
4. Harsh Vardhan
5. Radha Mohan Singh
Answer 2. AP Maheshwari
Explanation
Senior police officer AP Maheshwari was appointed as Director General of Bureau of Police
Research and Development. AP Maheshwari is a 1984 batch IPS officer of Uttar Pradesh cadre.
He is currently a Special Director in Border Security Force.
166. Who was re-elected as President of the Indian Weightlifting Federation (IWLF) in
the Annual General Body Meeting?
1. Sahdev Yadav
2. Suresh Sehgal
3. Birendra Prasad Baishya
4. Pal Singh Sandhu
5. Tara Singh
Answer 3. Birendra Prasad Baishya
Explanation
Birendra Prasad Baishya was re-elected as President of the Indian Weightlifting Federation
(IWLF) in the Annual General Body Meeting. The newly formed Executive Committee of IWLF
consists of seven vice-presidents, and Sahdev Yadav has become the secretary general. The
elections of IWLF was conducted under guidelines issued by the sports ministry.
167. Which Indian state launched the Election Commissions web-based project, ERO-
Net, using which voters can register their names on electoral rolls?
1. Kerala
2. Goa
3. Rajasthan
4. Punjab
5. Gujarat
Answer 3. Rajasthan
Explanation
Rajasthans Chief Electoral Officer Ashwini Bhagat launched the Election Commissions web-
based project, ERO-Net, using which voters can register their names on electoral rolls. Till
now, the Electoral Roll Management System (ERMS) software was being used to make voter
lists. It could not identify multiple entries of a voter. ERMS software has been replaced with
ERO-Net, which is a transparent mechanism to identify whether the voter was listed anywhere
in the country.
168. Who was the only Indian player selected to represent Asia in 2017 ITTF World
Cadet Challenge, in Suva, Fiji?
1. Naina Ashwin
2. Shamini Kumaresan
3.Ma Long
4. Diya Chitale
5. Zhang Jike
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Answer 4. Diya Chitale

Explanation
Indian table tennis player Diya Chitale won silver medal in the girls doubles category of the
2017 ITTF World Cadet Challenge, inSuva, Fiji. Diya Chitale hails from Mumbai. She was the
only Indian player selected to represent Asia in this tournament. Diya had won gold medal in
the Team event, as part of Team Asia. In the singles also, she did well and finished tenth.
169. When is the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas(National Unity Day) celebrated?

1. October 30, 2017
2. October 31, 2017
3. October 25, 2017
4. October 15, 2017
5. October 10, 2017
Answer 2. October 31, 2017
Explanation
October 31 is celebrated as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas (National Unity Day) in India. This day
marks the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who played an instrumental role in
integration of princely state with Indian Union post independence. Celebration of October 31
as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2014.
170. Which country passes legislation to legalize medical plant marijuana?

1. Brazil
2. Argentina
3. Ecuador
4. Bolivia
5. Peru
Answer 5. Peru
Explanation Perus conservative Congress passed a bill to legalize medical uses of marijuana
with 68-5 vote in favour. This legislation was proposed by Perus President Pedro Pablo
Kuczynski after police cracked down on a group of mothers making cannabis oil in a makeshift
laboratory to treat their children suffering from epilepsy, a neurological disorder. In next 60
days, Peruvian lawmakers will finalise the regulations for producing and commercializing
cannabis oil.
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1. In which North Indian state, Tawang festival is celebrated?

3. Who has been appointed as new Governor of Tamil Nadu?

Answer 4. Himachal Paradesh

26. Where will the Global Entrepreneurship Summit 2017 to be Held?

35. Name the Adobe investment on integration of Aadhaar-based authentication in its e-

Answer 1. Rajesh Nath

40. Which of the following is Indias First Portal dedicated to Para-sports?

42. Mera Houchongba is which states traditional festival?

44. Where was 20th Asia Masters Athletics Championship held?

45. On what date Indian Air-force day will be celebrated?

49. Who is selected for this years prestigious Vayalar award ?

5. Union Ministry of Finance

52. What is the theme of 3rd International Conference on Yoga 2017?

61. India ranks which position in Global Hunger Index ?

serious hunger problem category.

64. Who is appointed as the new CEO of HSBC?

69. Who has appointed as head of MobiKwik Payment Gateway?

73. Who is elected as the new chief of UNESCO?

82. Which Folk artist gets Kalakar Puraskar award 2017?

89. What is TU142M related to?

91. Beyond the Dream Girl is the biography of which actress?

92. Where did AYUSH Festival of Stamps 2017 took place?

95. Section 247 of the Companies Act 2013 is related to ________ .

96. Where is worlds first floating wind farm located?

97. Who is the new, youngest-ever Prime Minister of New Zealand?

99. Who received 2017 World Food Prize Laureate Award?

105. Japan Prime Minister Shinzo Abes belongs to which party?

121. Girija Devi is related to which of the below given field?

122. Where did the First International Day of Diplomats celebrated?

Answer 3. March 31, 2018

runs on virtual railways that are represented by white lines.

133. Which is the first country to leave International Criminal Court?

140. Who is popularly known as the gutkha baron?

Answer 5. Virat Kohli

148. Which country is the largest smartphone market in the world?

150. Where is Madame Tussauds wax Museum Located?

154. Which country will host UN wildlife summit in 2020?

avian migratory species on a global level.

158. Who received Parmod Mahajan Smriti Award 2017?

159. Who is appointed as brand ambassador of Ghaziabad Municipal Corporation?

160. Who won the Mexican Grand Prix title 2017?

163. Union Government set up an alternative mechanism panel headed by whom, to

Answer 4. Diya Chitale

169. When is the Rashtriya Ekta Diwas(National Unity Day) celebrated?

170. Which country passes legislation to legalize medical plant marijuana?

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