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In July 2024, India extended two Lines of Credit (LoC) totaling _________ to Vietnam to strengthen its maritime security during the Indian visit of Vietnam Prime Minister (PM) Pham Minh Chinh. 1) USD 50 million 2) USD 500 million 3) USD 135 million 4) USD 300 million 5) USD 210 million Answer- 4) USD 300 million Explanation: The Prime Minister(PM) of Vietnam H.E. Pham Minh Chinh paid a State Visit to India from 30 July to 1 August 2024, at the invitation of Narendra Modi PM of India to deepen comprehensive strategic partnership and enhance cooperation between the two countries. In a sign of their growing strategic partnership, India has extended two Lines of Credit (LoC) amounting to USD 300 million to Vietnam to bolster the country’s maritime security. India and Vietnam agreed on a new plan of action, which will be implemented over the next five years (2024-2028) to strengthening bilateral trade and economic cooperation. India and Vietnam joined hands to Preserve Maritime History with National Multifamily Housing Council (NMHC) in Lothal, Gujarat. PM Modi and Vietnam PM Pham Minh Chinh virtually inaugurated the Army Software Park in the Telecommunications University in Nha Trang, Vietnam.Click here to read more Option Revision: 1) Covered in May 2024: USD 50 million The Government of India (GoI) has provided Budgetary Support of USD 50 million, in the form of a rollover of the Treasury Bill (T-Bill), to the Maldives for another year. 2) Covered in May 2024: USD 500 million HDFC Bank secured USD 500 million from the International Finance Corporation (IFC) to support underserved women borrowers. 3) Covered in June 2024: USD 135 million United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) jointly launched a new USD 135 million Blue and Green Islands Integrated Program (BGI-IP), a transformative and comprehensive initiative designed to address pressing environmental challenges faced by Small Island Developing States (SIDS). 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In August 2024, the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) approved 8 National High-Speed Road Corridor projects, with a length of 936 kilometers (km) for ___________ across India. 1) Rs 19,744 crore 2) Rs 86,000 crore 3) Rs 50,655 crore 4) Rs 70,163 crore 5) Rs 32,000 crore Answer- 3) Rs. 50,655 crore Explanation: The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has approved 8 National High-Speed Road Corridor projects with a length of 936 kilometers (km) for Rs. 50,655 crore across India. The implementation of these projects is likely to create an estimated 4.42 crore man-days of direct and indirect employment. The Union Cabinet has approved a series of significant amendments to banking laws, including the increase in the number of nominees per deposit account up to 4, and the introduction of “successive and simultaneous” nominations to allow joint account holders and the heirs to access funds after an account holder’s death. Shareholders with holdings up to Rs 2 crore will now be considered to have substantial interest, up from the previous Rs 5 lakh limit. Click here to read more 3. Which city has recently (in August ‘24) hosted the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE 2024)? 1) New Delhi, Delhi 2) Mumbai, Maharashtra 3) Chennai, Tamil Nadu 4) Bengaluru, Karnataka 5) Kolkata, West Bengal Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 4 Answer- 1) New Delhi, Delhi Explanation: On 3rd August 2024, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister(PM) of India inaugurated the 32nd International Conference of Agricultural Economists (ICAE 2024) at the National Agricultural Science Centre (NASC) Complex in New Delhi, Delhi. The triennial conference is taking place in India after 65 years. The conference is set to culminate on 7th August 2024. The theme of ICAE 2024 is “Transformation Towards Sustainable Agri-Food Systems”. India previously hosted the conference in 1958 in Mysore (now Mysuru), Karnataka. 4. Which of the following is ‘not’ one of the four applications recently (in August ‘24) launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah for the 3 new criminal laws in Chandigarh? 1) e-Sakshya 2) Nyaya Setu 3) Nyaya Shruti 4) e-Summon 5) e-Samman Answer- 5) e-Samman Explanation: On 4th August 2024, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MoHA) and Ministry of Cooperation (MoC) has launched 4 Applications(Apps) namely, e-Sakshya, Nyaya Setu, Nyaya Shruti and e-Summon for the 3 new criminal laws in Chandigarh. These apps were developed by National Informatics Centre (NIC), New Delhi(Delhi). i.The 3 new criminal laws – Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), Bharatiya Nyaya Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam (BSA) which came into effect on 1st July, 2024, has repealed the British-era laws, the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860; the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPc), 1973 and the Indian Evidence Act (IEA), 1872 respectively. ii.e-Sakshya app is a mobile based application which will enable the police to save all videography, photography and testimonies in a criminal case on a cloud-based e-evidence server, which will also be available in the courts immediately. iii.Nyaya Shruti app will facilitate judicial hearings through electronic medium like: video conferencing and onboarding of documents, has also been shared with all states or Union Territories (UTs) and e-committee of the Supreme Court(SC) for implementation by the courts. iv.Nyaya Setu will provide a unified legal interface for legal information, legal advice and legal assistance and thus enable a more inclusive and just society. 5. According to the recent (August ‘24) notification from the Government of India(GoI), Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), Public Sector Banks (PSBs), and Financial Institutions (FIs) are required to increase their public shareholding to at least ________ by August 1, 2026. 1) 10% 2) 30% 3) 15% 4) 25% 5) 18% Answer- 4) 25% Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 5 Explanation: The government has extended the deadline for the Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs), Public Sector Banks (PSBs), and Financial Institutions (FIs) to adhere to the Minimum Public Shareholding (MPS) norms until August 2026. This extension allows CPSEs, PSBs, and FIs to increase their public shareholding to at least 25% by 1 August 2026. The Ministry of Finance (MoF) issued a memorandum granting this exemption in the public interest. As per the earlier order, the two-year exemption was to end on August 1, 2024. As of March 31, 2024, 7 out of 12 PSBs are compliant with the MPS norm, including State Bank of India (SBI), Punjab National Bank (PNB), Canara Bank, Bank of Baroda, Indian Bank, Union Bank of India (UBI), and Bank of India (BoI). State-owned Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has been given until May 16, 2027, to achieve a 10% public shareholding. BANKING & FINANCE 6. Which types of co-operative banks are covered under the Reserve Bank of India's revised instructions on Bad and Doubtful Debt Reserve (BDDR) to ensure uniformity? A) Urban Co-operative Banks B) State Cooperative Banks C) Primary Agricultural Credit Societies 1) Only A 2) Only B 3) Only A & C 4) Only A & B 5) All A, B & C Answer- 4) Only A & B Explanation: On 2nd August 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued revised instructions on Bad and Doubtful Debt Reserve (BDDR) for co-operative banks to ensure uniformity in the treatment of this reserve for prudential purposes. These revised instructions will be applicable to Urban Co-operative Banks (UCBs), State Cooperative Banks (StCBs) and Central Cooperative Banks (CCBs), come into force with immediate effect. The revised instructions will act as a one-time measure, with a view to provide rectification and smoother transition to an AS-compliant approach. Banks have been mandated to identify and quantify the BDDR balances as of 31st March 2024 which were created by appropriating net profits instead of recognizing them as expenses. The appropriation should be made directly (‘below the line’) from the P&L account or General Reserves to make provisions for NPAs by 31st March, 2025. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 6 7. Which state has recently(in August ‘24) become the first state in India to implement a Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS) by signing a MoU with State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance Company Limited? 1) Assam 2) Nagaland 3) Kerala 4) Uttarakhand 5) Himachal Pradesh Answer- 2) Nagaland Explanation: On 2nd August 2024, the Government of Nagaland has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance Company Limited for Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS). With this, Nagaland becomes the 1st state in India to implement a disaster risk management insurance solution. The MoU was signed for a period of 3 years (2024 to 2027) with immediate effect. DRTPS, a parametric multi-year risk transfer solution will help in protecting the critical infrastructure of Nagaland and will mitigate economic losses due to a disaster. The insurance covers the entire Nagaland and also the government of Nagaland will pay the insurance premium. Incase a disaster happens, the insurer will come to the rescue for 3 years. 8. With which organisation did the Thomas Cook (India) Limited partner to launch the RuPay AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham) Forex Card for Indian travelers visiting the United Arab Emirates (UAE)? 1) American Express 2) MasterCard 3) Visa 4) National Payments Corporation of India 5) Diners Club Answer- 4) National Payments Corporation of India Explanation: Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Thomas Cook (India) Limited (TCIL) has partnered with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch RuPay AED (United Arab Emirates Dirham) Forex Card, first RuPay Prepaid Forex Card for Indian travellers visiting the United Arab Emirates (UAE).The card, powered by NPCI’s technology partner CARD91. This innovative Made in India initiative is a first-of-its-kind partnership with an Indian non-banking entity. The travellers can use Thomas Cook’s RuPay(AED) card for transactions and ATM withdrawals across the UAE. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 7 9. Which institute has recently (in July ‘24) partnered with the Industrial Development Bank of India Limited (IDBI) to establish the cybersecurity lab? 1) IIT Hyderabad 2) IIT Kharagpur 3) IIT Madras 4) IIT Kanpur 5) IIT Bombay Answer- 3) IIT Madras Explanation: The Indian Institute of Technology-Madras (IITM), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, has partnered with the Industrial Development Bank of India Limited (IDBI) to establish the ‘IDBI – IITM Secure Systems Lab’ (I2SSL) to develop and deploy security solutions in healthcare, fintech and aerospace. i.This state -of-the-art cybersecurity laboratory focuses on creating market-ready IPs in cybersecurity, productisation and commercialisation of research work, especially for mobile technologies. ii.It will undertake experimental evaluation and assessment exercises, develop test cases, conduct research, and devise hardening guidelines to help enterprises manage cybersecurity risks in real time. ECONOMY & BUSINESS 10. Which organisation has recently (in August 2024) received a defence licence to manufacture various defence products specifically developed for military use at its Jejuri unit in Maharashtra? 1) Mahindra Defence Systems Limited 2) Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited 3) Azad Engineering Limited 4) Adani Defence and Aerospace 5) Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited Answer- 5) Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited Explanation: Pune (Maharashtra) based – Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a defence subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited(BFL), received a defence licence to manufacture various defence products specifically developed for military use at its Jejuri unit in Maharashtra. The licence was granted by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), under the Industries (Development and Regulation) Act, 1951. This will allow the company to take part in KSSL defence programs in the future. APPOINTMENTS & RESIGNATIONS 11. Who has recently (in August 2024) assumed additional charge as the Director General (DG) of the Border Security Force (BSF)? 1) Sanjay Bhalla 2) Daljit Singh Chawdhary Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 8 3) Sanjiv Puri 4) Jethabhai Bharvad 5) Nitin Agrawal Answer- 2) Daljit Singh Chawdhary Explanation: On 3rd August 2024, Daljit Singh Chawdhary, the Director General (DG) of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) took over the additional charge as the DG of Border Security Force (BSF) following the repatriation of Nitin Agrawal, the incumbent DG of BSF. He will hold the additional charge until the appointment of a regular incumbent or until further orders, whichever is earlier. Nitin Agrawal, DG of BSF and Y B Khurania, Special DG (West), BSF, were repartied to their state cadres with immediate effect. This comes amid a spike in terror incidents and infiltration bids in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY 12. Which of the following Indians was recently (in August ‘24) selected as the crew members for the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS)? A) Shubhanshu Shukla B) Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair C) Ajit Krishnan 1) Only A & B 2) Only A & C 3) Only B & C 4) Only A 5) All A, B & C Answer-1) Only A & B Explanation: On 2nd August 2024, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) announced that National Mission Assignment Board has selected Indian astronauts Group Captain Shubhanshu Shukla and Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair, as crew members for the Axiom-4 (Ax-4) mission to the International Space Station (ISS). Wing Commander Shubhanshu Shukla has been assigned as Prime mission pilot while Group Captain Prasanth Balakrishnan Nair will be his back-up. Axiom Space Inc announced the crew for Ax-4, its 4th private mission to the ISS. Astronauts Sławosz Uznański of Poland and Tibor Kapu of Hungary (Mission Specialist) will fly alongside an Indian astronaut on Axiom. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 9  OBITUARY 13. Name the Indian classical dancer and Padma Awardee who recently passed away in August 2024. 1) Venkataiah Sreenivasa Prasad 2) Birubala Rabha 3) Yamini Krishnamurthy 4) Pahalman Subba 5) Uma Ramanan Answer- 3) Yamini Krishnamurthy Explanation: Padma Awardee Mungara Yamini Krishnamurthy, a renowned Indian Classical Dancer, has passed away at the age of 83 in New Delhi, Delhi. She was born on December 20, 1940 in Madanapalle in Chittoor district, Andhra Pradesh (AP). Government of India (GoI) honoured Yamini with Padma Shri (1968), Padma Bhushan (2001) and Padma Vibhushan (2016) for her contributions in the field of arts. Mungara Yamini Krishnamurthy is a distinguished Indian classical dancer, and a doyen of Bharatanatyam, Kuchipudi and Odissi for over four decades. She published an autobiography titled ‘A Passion for Dance’ with Renuka Khandekar in 1995. BOOKS & AUTHORS 14. Who is the author of the book titled ‘India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse’? 1) K V Subramanian 2) Vishal Pandey 3) Norris Pritam 4) S.Ramann 5) Parimal Nathwani Answer- 1) K V Subramanian Explanation: Union Minister Piyush Vedprakash Goyal, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MOCI) has launched the book titled ‘India@100: Envisioning Tomorrow’s Economic Powerhouse’, authored by Professor K V Subramanian, the Executive Director (ED), International Monetary Fund (IMF). i.The launch event took place at the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM)in New Delhi, Delhi. ii.The book predicts that India can achieve a USD 55 trillion economy in 2047 with self-sufficiency, stronger currency, fundamentals and 8% Annual Growth Rate (AGR). Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 10  IMPORTANT DAYS 15. When was the Indian Organ Donation Day (IODD) annually celebrated to commemorate the first successful heart transplant in India? 1) May 18 2) May 7 3) April 24 4) August 3 5) July 29 Answer- 4) August 3 Explanation: The Indian Organ Donation Day (IODD) is annually celebrated across India on 3rd August to commemorate the 1st successful deceased donor organ transplant, which was also the 1st Heart transplant in India. 3rd August 2024 marks the observance of the 14th IODD. IODD is annually celebrated by the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organization (NOTTO). World Organ Donation Day is observed on 13 August in many parts of the world to raise awareness of Organ Donation. In 2024, the Government of India (GoI) launched a major awareness campaign named, “Angdaan Jan Jagrukta Abhiyaan” (Mass Awareness Campaign on Organ Donation).Click here to read more 16. When was the National Bone and Joint Day annually observed across India? 1) June 19 2) July 30 3) April 14 4) March 24 5) August 4 Answer- 5) August 4 Explanation: National Bone and Joint Day is annually observed across India on 4 August to raise awareness about the importance of strong bones and joints in people of all ages and to prevent early detection of musculoskeletal disorders and conditions. Aim: To help in promoting cost-effective prevention and treatment of bone and joint conditions. The 1st ever National Bone & Joint Day was observed on 4 August 2012. The annual celebration of this nationwide health campaign is led by the Indian Orthopaedic Association (IOA), New Delhi(Delhi). Osteoarthritis is a degenerative joint disease characterized by the breakdown of cartilage in joints. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 11  STATE NEWS 17. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the budget presented by the Puducherry Chief Minister(CM) N Rangasamy for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25) on 2nd August 2024? A) Puducherry CM N Rangasamy presented a tax-free budget of Rs 12,700 crore for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25). B) Central assistance, including the State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF), is estimated at Rs 3,268.98 crore. C) Revenue expenditure is allocated Rs 10,969.80 crore, while capital expenditure is Rs 1,730.20 crore. 1) Only A & B 2) Only A & C 3) Only B & C 4) Only A 5) All A, B & C Answer- 5) All A, B & C Explanation: i.On August 2, 2024, Puducherry Chief Minister Natesan Krishnasamy Rangasamy (N Rangasamy), who also holds the Finance portfolio, presented a tax-free budget of Rs 12,700 crore for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25) at the 15th Legislative Assembly in White Town, Puducherry. This marked his fourth budget. ii.Central assistance, including the State Disaster Relief Fund (SDRF), is estimated at Rs 3,268.98 crore. iii.Revenue expenditure is allocated Rs 10,969.80 crore, while capital expenditure is Rs 1,730.20 crore. iv.The Central road fund is estimated at Rs 20 crore, with Centrally-sponsored schemes allocated Rs 430 crore.Click here to read more STATIC 18. Which Indian state residents were exempted from paying the income tax? 1) Sikkim 2) Goa 3) Himachal Pradesh 4) Uttarakhand 5) Meghalaya Answer- 1) Sikkim Explanation: i.Sikkim is the only state in India that is exempted from paying taxes. ii. ‘Section 10(26AAA) in The Income Tax Act, 1961’ grants tax exemptions to Sikkimese residents on all forms of income, including earnings from interest, dividends, and other sources and also defines a “Sikkimese”. Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 12 iii. In 1975, Sikkim became the 22nd state of India through a referendum, with unique terms including its Sikkim No Income Tax System, supported by Article 371F of the Indian Constitution. 19. In August 2024, Scientists have discovered a comet A117uUD, being ejected from the solar system after a close encounter with_________ (planet). 1) Earth 2) Mars 3) Jupiter 4) Saturn 5) Venus Answer- 4) Saturn Explanation: Scientists have discovered a comet being ejected from the solar system after a close encounter with Saturn. The object, named Comet A117uUD, was discovered on June 14, 2024, by the Asteroid Terrestrial-impact Last Alert System (ATLAS). Researchers utilised 142 observations to trace the comet's orbit around the sun and found that A117uUD had a significant encounter with Saturn in 2022. The researcher used models to predict the path of A117uUD and discovered that the comet would exit the solar system while flying at a speed of around 6,710 miles per hour (10,800 km/h). 20. How many billion cubic meters (BCM) of gas were produced by India in the fiscal year 2023-24? 1) 28.7 2) 36.43 3) 32.14 4) 38.54 5) 40.2 Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 13 Answer- 2) 36.43 Explanation: In the fiscal year 2023-24, India achieved gas production of 36.43 billion cubic meters (BCM), up from 28.7 BCM in FY21. According to Union Petroleum and Natural Gas Minister Hardeep Singh Puri, India is projected to reach 45.3 BCM gas production by FY26. 21. Name the company that has recently (in August’ 24) announced the launch of the ‘Smart Saver Plus’ add-on for motor insurance policies. 1) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited 2) Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited 3) New India Assurance Company Limited 4) Max Life Insurance Company Limited 5) Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited Answer- 1) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited Explanation: ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited, a leading private general insurance company in India, announced the launch of its industry-first innovative ‘Smart Saver Plus’ add-on for motor insurance policies. This feature aims to address the concerns of policyholders regarding prolonged turnaround times (TAT) and the need for reliable repair quality, by providing swift servicing, quality assurance, and customer convenience, reinforcing ICICI Lombard’s commitment to delivering superior customer experiences. 22. Which state has recently (in August’ 24) become the first state in India, to purchase all 23 crops at the Minimum Support Price (MSP)? 1) Karnataka 2) Haryana 3) Punjab 4) Tamil Nadu 5) Madhya Pradesh Answer- 2) Haryana Explanation: Haryana Chief Minister (CM) Nayab Singh Saini announced that Haryana has become the first state in India, to purchase all 23 crops at the minimum support price (MSP). Previously, Haryana procured 14 crops at MSP. 23. In which state/UT, Nokrek Ridge National Park is located? 1) Sikkim 2) Jammu & Kashmir 3) Meghalaya 4) Uttarakhand 5) Madhya Pradesh Answer- 3) Meghalaya Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 14 Explanation: Nokrek National Park is a prominent national park located in the state of Meghalaya in northeastern India. It is one of the most significant biodiversity hotspots in the region and has been designated as a UNESCO Biosphere Reserve. i. The Nokrek National Park is home to diverse ecosystems, including tropical and subtropical forests, grasslands, and high-altitude plateaus 24. Which bank has recently (in August’ 24) launched ‘Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik’ (BASF)’s first sustainability-linked payables finance program in Asia? 1) Goldman Sachs 2) JPMorgan Chase & Co. 3) Wells Fargo 4) Deutsche Bank AG 5) American Express Answer- 4) Deutsche Bank AG Explanation: Deutsche Bank AG has launched Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik (BASF)’s first sustainability-linked payables finance program in Asia, with a focus on its operations in China. The program is set to support BASF’s operations in China by transforming its existing payables finance program into sustainability-linked financing for some of its subsidiaries. This allows BASF to encourage its suppliers to adopt sustainable practices. Badische Anilin und Soda Fabrik (BASF) is a global chemical company headquartered in Germany. 25. In Which state, the Fakim WildLife Sanctuary is situated? 1) Nagaland 2) Assam 3) Meghalaya 4) Arunachal Pradesh 5) Mizoram Answer- 1) Nagaland Explanation: About Nagaland: Chief Minister- Neiphiu Rio Governor- La Ganesan National Park (NP)- Ntanki NP Wildlife Sanctuaries (WLS)- Fakim WLS, Puliebadze WLS 26. Vietnamese ____ is the currency of Viet Nam. 1) Dollar 2) Real 3) Yuan 4) Dong 5) Yen Answer- 4)Dong Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 15 Explanation: About Viet Nam: Prime Minister(PM) – Pham Minh Chinh President – To Lam Capital – Hanoi Currency –Vietnamese dong 27. Who is the current (as of August ‘24) Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of SBI General Insurance Company Limited? 1) Naveen Chandra Jha 2) Rajeev Yadav 3) Govind Singh 4) Ajay Kanwal 5) Sanjeev Nautiyal Answer- 1) Naveen Chandra Jha Explanation: About SBI General Insurance Company Limited: Managing Director(MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) -Naveen Chandra Jha Headquarters-Mumbai, Maharashtra Tagline- Suraksha Aur Bharosa Dono Established- 2009 28. In Which state/Union Territory(UT), the Oussudu Lake Bird Sanctuary is situated? 1) Ladakh 2) Jammu & Kashmir 3) Puducherry 4) Lakshadweep 5) Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu Answer- 3) Puducherry Explanation: About Puducherry: Chief Minister– Natesan Krishnasamy Rangasamy Lieutenant Governor– C.P. Radhakrishnan Bird Sanctuary– Oussudu Lake Bird Sanctuary 29. What is the ‘motto’ of the Border Security Force (BSF)? 1) Service and Loyalty 2) Duty Unto Death 3) Protection and Security 4) Sarvatra Sarvottam Suraksha 5) Service, Security and Brotherhood Answer- 2) Duty Unto Death Report Errors in the PDF - [email protected] Copyright 2014-2024 @ AffairsCloud.com 16 Explanation: About Border Security Force (BSF): BSF is India’s border guarding organisation which is known as the 1st line of defence and also one of the seven Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) of India. Director General (DG) – Daljit Singh Chawdhary Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi Motto – ‘Duty Unto Death’ 30. In which state Udanti Sitanadi tiger reserve is located? 1) Odisha 2) Maharashtra 3) Madhya Pradesh 4) West Bengal 5) Chhattisgarh Answer- 5) Chhattisgarh Explanation: The Udanti Sitanadi tiger reserve is located in Chhattisgarh. i. It was declared a tiger reserve in the year 2008-09. The Udanti and Sitanadi Rivers flow through the Reserve. 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