Which Indian-origin boy has been crowned as the UK’s ‘Child Genius’ in a popular television quiz competition?
Correct Answer: A [Rahul Doshi ]
Answer Explanation:
Rahul Doshi (12), an Indian-origin boy, has been crowned as the UK’s
‘Child Genius’ in a popular television quiz competition, after answering
all questions correctly. He won the Channel 4 show ‘Child Genius’ by
beating his nine-year-old opponent – Ronan by 10-4 in the programme’s
finale on August 20, 2017. In the final, Rahul impressed with knowledge
of his chosen subject – Edward Jenner’s medical innovation and
methodology in 18th Century England. He clinched the title by answering a
question on 19th Century artists William Holman Hunt and John Everett
Millais. He has an IQ of 162, which is believed to be higher than the
likes of Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking, and qualifies him to be a
member of Mensa club – the largest and oldest high IQ society in the
world.
Which state government has launched an exclusive 24×7 helpline ‘181’ for women?
Correct Answer: B [Telangana]
Answer Explanation:
The Telangana government has recently launched an exclusive 24×7
helpline ‘181’ for women welfare. The helpline will respond to calls on
dowry harassment cases, stalking, domestic violence, sale of girl child
and immoral trafficking. Women with suicidal tendencies or those who are
mentally disturbed can also contact the helpline. Apart from contacting
police, the helpline can also be used to seek medical help, ambulance
and other emergency services. The helpline will work 24X7 on all 365
days. It is funded by Centre & supported by GVK EMRI.
Which city is hosting the 8th World Renewable Energy Technology Congress?
Correct Answer: C [New Delhi ]
Answer Explanation:
The 8th World Renewable Energy Technology Congress & Expo-2017
has started in New Delhi from August 21, 2017. The theme of the 3-day
annual conference is “Renewable Energy: What Works”, which focuses on
new Green Technologies to ensure clean, reliable and affordable
Renewable Energy supplies. It provides an opportunity and open forum to
exchange information, share experiences and best practices by bringing
together experts, investors and other multi stake holders of i.e. Public
and Private Sector, Advisory Groups, Governments, NGOs, Non-Profit
organizations Environmentalists and Academia.
MK Damodaran, who passed away recently, was the former Advocate General of which state?
Correct Answer: D [Kerala]
Answer Explanation:
MK Damodaran (77), the veteran lawyer and former Advocate General of
Kerala, has passed away in Kochi, Kerala. He was one of the most popular
figures at the Kerala High Court and was well known for defending the
Naxalites during the late ‘60s and early ‘70s. He was expert in both
criminal and civil cases and was jailed during the Emergency period
1975-77.
Which state government will launch a new scheme for Compassionate Family Pension (CFP) in lieu of compassionate appointment?
Correct Answer: A [Assam]
Answer Explanation:
The Assam government will launched a new Scheme called Scheme for
Compassionate Family Pension (CFP) in lieu of Compassionate Appointment.
As per officials, the existing compassionate appointment policy did not
fully serve the objectives and often the legal heir fails to get an
appointment immediately due to practical difficulties such as lack of
educational qualifications and non-availability of vacancies within the
stipulated 5% of total vacancies. The new scheme will be applicable to
those employees who died in harness on or after April 1, 2017, but the
relevant office memorandums related to the compassionate appointments
will be applicable to those who died on or before March 31, 2017. The
new scheme will be applicable to all employees of the state government,
all others as eligible under Assam Services (Pension) Rules, 1969, all
state government employees under NPS category and All India Services
officers borne on Assam cadre.
Which state chief minister has been chosen for the National Agriculture Leadership Award-2017?
Correct Answer: B [Telangana ]
Answer Explanation:
Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrashekhar Rao has been selected for
the prestigious National Agriculture Leadership Award-2017 by the Indian
Council of Food and Agriculture (ICFA) under the chairmanship of well
known agriculture scientist Prof MS Swaminathan. Rao. The Chief Minister
has been selected for the award for his innovative services rendered to
the welfare of farmers and the farm sector. The award will be presented
on September 5, 2017 at Taj Palace Hotel in New Delhi.
Jerry Lewis, the famous comedian passed away. He hailed from which country?
Correct Answer: C [United States]
Answer Explanation:
Jerry Lewis (91), the famous comedian and Filmmaker, has passed away
in Las Vegas, United States. He was one of the most popular comic actors
of the 1950s and ’60s’ and was known for his slapstick humor in film,
television, stage and radio. He perfected not only the role of the
quirky clown but also won acclaim as a writer, actor and philanthropist
in a career spanning six decades. He became the highest-paid actor in
Hollywood, chalking up hits such as The Bell Boy, Cinderfella and The
Nutty Professor.
Who is the author of the book “I am HIV positive, so what”?
Correct Answer: C [Jayanta Kalita]
Answer Explanation:
The book “I am HIV positive, so what?” has been authored by
journalist Jayanta Kalita and published by Bloomsbury. The book is based
on the life of Manipur’s acclaimed bodybuilder Khundrakpam Pradip kumar
Singh, who is known for his struggle against HIV-AIDS. The book speaks
of the incredible journey of the Pradip, who mended his failing health,
overcame psychological trauma, and fought stigma and discrimination to
pursue his dreams. He won the Mr. South Asia title and bagged bronze in
the Mr World contest in 2012.
The Mrugavani National Park (MNP) is located in which state?
Correct Answer: D [Telangana ]
Answer Explanation:
The Mrugavani National Park (MNP) is located at Chilkur in Hyderabad,
Telangana State and covers an area of 3.6 square kilometers. It is home
to Cheetal, Sambar, Wild boar, Jungle Cat, Civet Cat, Mongoose Monitor
Lizard, Python, Russell Viper, King Cobra, etc., and has 600 different
types of plant life.
The 2017 World Mosquito Day (WMD) is observed on which day?
Correct Answer: D [August 20]
Answer Explanation:
The World Mosquito Day (WMD) is observed every year on August 20 is
to raise awareness about the threat of malaria and other diseases
transmitted by one of the world’s deadliest killers – the mosquito. The
day also marks the historic discovery by British doctor Sir Ronald Ross
in 1897 that female Anopheles mosquitoes transmit malaria between humans
and that laid foundations for scientists across the world to better
understand the deadly role of mosquitoes in disease transmission and
come up with effective innovative interventions.