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Current Affairs Q&A PDF – 17 August 2022
1. On 13th August 2022, India designated 11 more wetlands as Ramsar sites, taking the total number of
Ramsar sites in India to ____________________________ _.
Answer- 2) 75
On 13th August 2022, India has designated 11 more wetlands under the Ramsar Convention or the Convention on
Wetlands, taking the total number of Ramsar sites in India to 75 from 64 with area coverage of 13,26,677 hectare (ha).
i. The 11 new sites include 4 sites in Tamil Nadu (TN), 3 in Odisha, 2 in Jammu & Kashmir (J&K), and 1each in Madhya
Pradesh (MP) and Maharashtra. List of 11 New Sites with Area ha.
2. The Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) released (in Aug ‘22) a report titled "Landscape of Green Finance in
India’, was claimed that "the tracked green finance in 2019-2020 was __________________________________________ per
annum, which is less than a fourth of India’s needs".
Answer- 3) Rs 309,000 crore
The Climate Policy Initiative (CPI) has released a report titled ‘Landscape of Green Finance in India’which is an update
on a systematic assessment of India’s green investment, and evaluates whether India is on track in achieving its targets
under Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs).
i. The tracked green finance in 2019-2020 was Rs 309,000 crore (nearly USD 44 billion) per annum,which is less than a
fourth of India’s needs.
3. In which district, Asia's largest Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant begins commercial production
with a total capacity of 33.23 tonnes of CBG per day?
Answer- 1) Sangrur, Punjab
Asia’s largest Compressed Biogas (CBG) plant in the Sangrur district of Punjab has started commercial production
with a total capacity of 33.23 tonne CBG per day at village Bhuttal Kalan. Theunit was commissioned in April 2022.
i. The plant supplies CBG to the Indian Oil Corporation Ltd (IOCL) outlet.
ii. The project is expected to attract private investment of around Rs 1,200 crore and generateemployment
opportunities for around 8,000 skilled and unskilled individuals.
4. Where will the first steel slag road of the Border Road Organization (BRO) be constructed?
Answer- 2) Arunachal Pradesh border
Explanation:
The Border Road Organization (BRO) is planning to construct a first-of-its-kind pilot road stretch in
Arunachal Pradesh border area using steel slag.
i. The project will resolve connectivity issues due to adverse terrain in Arunachal Pradesh. The projectis being
initiated after the success of using 100% steel slag on a port connectivity road in Gujarat.
ii. The 1.2 km Hazira port connectivity stretch was a research and development (R&D) project carriedout by the
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-Central Road Research Institute (CSIR-CRRI) in collaboration with a
major steel manufacturer and the Ministry of Steel.
INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS
5. According to Forbes Asia’s 200 “Best Under A Billion” 2022 Ranking, India secured __________________ rank
among Asian countries with 24 companies, while __________________tops the Index with 30 companies.
Answer- 5) 4th; Taiwan
Explanation:
According to Forbes Asia’s 200 “Best Under A Billion” 2022 Ranking, 24 Indian companies made the list, a decrease
from 26 in 2021. This placed India in 4th place among Asian countries, one spot aheadof China, which had 22 firms
on the list.
Forbes Asia’s 2022 edition of the best 200 mid-sized companies in the Asia-Pacific region includespublicly listed
companies with yearly revenue of less than one billion dollars.
Rank Country No. of Companies
4 India 24
1 Taiwan 30
2 Japan 29
3 South Korea 27
BANKING AND FINANCE
6. Which bank recently (in Aug ‘22) partnered with SellerApp to Facilitate the Adoption of Open
Network Digital Commerce (ONDC)?
Answer- 3) YES Bank
YES Bank partnered with SellerApp, a seller-centric intelligence platform to encourage the seller segment of its
client base to adopt Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) and help in expandingtheir digital commerce footprint.
i. This partnership will complement Technology-First A.R.T approach that benefits the customers with better data
insights and wider access to the market by moving from a platform-centric model to an open-network model.
7 ______________ bank launched a New Term Deposit Scheme under Abhyudaya Cash Certificate
(ACC) and FD for a tenure of 75 weeks in accordance with the 75th Year of Independence.
Answer- 4) Karnataka bank
Karnataka Bank has introduced KBL Amrit Samriddhi, a New Term Deposit Scheme under Abhyudaya Cash
Certificate (ACC) and Fixed Deposit (FD) for a tenure of 75 weeks (525 days), in accordance with the 75th anniversary of
India’s independence as part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
 This deposit scheme has an annual interest rate of 6.10%.
About Karnataka Bank Ltd:
MD & CEO – Mahabaleshwara MS Headquarters –
Mangaluru, Karnataka Tagline – Your Family Bank
Across India
8. On the occasion of 76th independence day, which bank launched the "Utsav Deposit"programme,
a fixed deposit (FD) scheme with higher interest rates?
Answer- 2) State Bank of India
State Bank of India (SBI) has launched a unique term deposit programme called ‘Utsav Deposit’
scheme on the occasion of 76th Independence day, which is celebrated as Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav.
i. This is a fixed deposit (FD) scheme with higher interest rates that is effective from 15th August 2022and the scheme
is valid for a period of 75 days.
ii. Through this scheme, SBI will offer an interest rate of 6.10 percent per annum on fixed depositswith a tenure
of 1000 days.
9. Name the bank that recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with Build Your Dreams (BYD) India for Stock
Financing Solution.
Answer- 2) HDFC Bank
Build Your Dreams (BYD) India Private Limited, a subsidiary of the Warren Buffett-backed NewEnergy Vehicle
manufacturer BYD, has signed an MoU with HDFC Bank towards a stock financingsolution to its pan India dealer
network.
i. The partnership will provide access to the dealers of BYD to inventory funding and cash credit forthe electric cars.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
10. Which state’s police received the "President’s Colour" award from Vice-President of India Venkaiah
Naidu on 31st July 2022?
Answer- 5) Tamil Nadu
On 31st July 2022, Vice-President of India Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu presented the distinguished award
“President’s Colour” for the Tamil Nadu (TN) Police to M.K. Stalin, Chief Minister(CM) of Tamil Nadu at
Rajarathinam Stadium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
i. TN Police has become the first state in South India and among the 10 other states in India toshowcase the
honours.
ii. “President’s Colour” is the highest honour given to the Military, Paramilitary and Police forces ofStates and
Union Territories.
iii. The Tamil Nadu Police is among the few police forces in the country to receive the coveted ‘President’s
Colours’. Though the ‘President’s Colours’ for the Tamil Nadu Police was approved as early as August 19, 2009.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
11. Name the India’s first saline water lantern that was recently (in Aug ‘22) launched by Jitendra
Singh Minister of State of Earth Science (MoES).
Answer- 4) Roshni
Dr. Jitendra Singh, Minister of State (Independent Charge), Ministry of Earth Science (MoES), has introduced “Roshni”,
India’s first saline water lantern that uses seawater as an electrolyte between specially designed electrodes to power LED
(Light Emitting Diode) lamps.
i. Roshni Saline lantern would provide “ease of living” to the poor and needy, notably the fishing
community living along India’s 7,500km long coastline, which is home to 9 coastal states and 1,382islands.
ii. Jitendra Singh also reviewed the progress of NIOT’s Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTD)
technology for conversion of sea water to potable water (drinking water), which was successfully
demonstrated in the UT of Lakshadweep.
12. Name the institute that recently (in Aug ‘22) developed India’s first 3D-printed artificial cornea along
with LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI) and the Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB).
Answer- 3) IIT Hyderabad
Explanation:
A team of clinicians and scientists from the LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI), Hyderabad-Telangana, Indian Institute of
Technology (IIT) Hyderabad, and Centre for Cellular and Molecular Biology (CCMB), has developed India’s first
3D-printed artificial cornea and transplanted it into a rabbit’s eye.
i. This development in animal models provided hope to those who lost vision due to corneal damage.
ii. Dr Sayan Basu and Dr Vivek Singh, lead researchers from L V Prasad Eye Institute.
iii. The researchers used decellularized corneal tissue matrix and stem cells derived from the humaneye to develop
a unique biomimetic hydrogel (patent pending) that was used as the background material for the 3D-printed
cornea.
SPORTS
13. Which country recently (in Aug’ 22) got suspended by FIFA for the first time in its 85-yearhistory for
violating the FIFA Statutes?
Answer- 4) IndiaExplanation:
The world governing body FIFA (International Federation of Association Football) suspended All India Football
Federation (AIFF) for the 1st time in its 85 year history for undue influence from thirdparties, which constitutes a
serious violation of the FIFA Statutes.
i. It also took back the rights from India to host the 7th Under-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 whichwas scheduled
to be held on October 11-30, 2022.
ii. It means that the Indian National Football Team will not be able to play any international games (junior or
senior) across the two genders until the ban is removed, including the friendly tournament in Vietnam. India will not
participate in the AFC Asian Cup 2023, Philippines.
14. Who recently (in Aug ‘22) won the mens’ single title in the 2022 National Bank Open Tennis Tournament
in Montreal, Canada and claimed the 1st Montreal Masters 1000 title?
Answer- 1) Pablo Carreno Busta (Spain)
Explanation:
Two time Grand Slam semi-finalist and former World No. 10 Pablo Carreno Busta of Spain won the Men’s Singles title
at the 2022 National Bank Open Tennis Tournament held in Montreal, Canada.
i. Pablo Carreno Busta defeated Hubert Hurkacz of Poland by 3-6, 6-3, 6-3 in the Association of TennisProfessionals
(ATP) finals with a Montreal Masters triumph. It is his seventh ATP Tour title and first Montreal Masters 1000
victory. He became the first unseeded winner in Canada in two decades.
ii. Women’s Singles: Two-time Grand Slam champion Simona Halep won her third title at the National Bank Open
presented by Rogers by defeating Brazil’s Beatriz Haddad Maia.
iii. It was the 132nd edition of the men’s tournament, a Masters 1000 event on the 2022 ATP Tour,and the 120th
edition of the women’s tournament, a WTA 1000 event on the 2022 WTA Tour.
OBITUARY
15. India’s Warren Buffett, Rakesh Jhunjhunwala recently (in Aug ‘22) passed away. He is the co-founded
of which Indian airline?
Answer- 2) Akasa Air
Explanation:
Billionaire business and veteran investor Rakesh Jhunjhunwala passed away at the age of 62 years in Mumbai,
Maharashtra due to sudden cardiac arrest.
i. He was famously referred to as the “Big Bull of Dalal street”, “King of Bull Market” and “Big Bull”. Hewas also known
as ‘India’s Warren Buffett’.
ii. Rakesh Jhunjhunwala co-founded Indian airline Akasa Air which took its first flight from Mumbaito Ahmedabad
on August 7 2022.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
16. Who authored the book, “Putin- His Life and Times”?
Answer- 5) Philip Short
Explanation:
“Putin- His Life and Times”, a biography of the Russian President Vladimir Putin written by Philip Short, a former
correspondent for the BBC, The Economist and The Times, was released in the midstof the Ukraine crisis.
i. Philip Short has been working on Putin’s biography for 8 years. The book is published by The BodleyHead, a non fiction
imprint of Penguin Random House.
Note-“First Person” published in 2001 was an authorised biography of Putin.
17. In August 2022, the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD) launched a
Culinary Coffee Table Book titled ‘Fish and Seafood- a collection of 75 gourmet recipes’ in New Delhi,
Delhi.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry andDairying?
Answer- 2) Parshottam Khodabhai Rupala
Explanation:
Parshottam Khodabhai Rupala, Union Minister, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD)
launched a Culinary Coffee Table Book titled ‘Fish and Seafood- a collection of 75 gourmet recipes’ in New Delhi,
Delhi.
i. The book exhibits the soul of India ‘Rasoi’ (Kitchen).
ii. The book ideated by the Department of Fisheries, highlights the diversity of fish available within
the domestic water bodies and the fish culinary heritage of the country that signifies the diverse cooking
and eating styles across the country.
STATE NEWS
18. Which state recently (in Aug ‘22) launched a scheme for women’s welfare on the 75thanniversary
of Independence Year?
Answer- 1) Sikkim
Explanation:
The Chief Minister (CM) of Sikkim, Prem Singh Tamang (Golay), on the occasion of the 75th anniversary of
Independence Day, announced a series of women’s welfare schemes at Bhaichung stadium in Namchi, Sikkim.
 Under Sikkim Aama Sashaktikaran Yojana (SASY) mother empowerment plan all unemployed mothers in
the state will receive Rs 20,000 annually which will be deposited in their bank accounts.
 Under the Chief Ministers Vatsalya Scheme, an aid of Rs 3 lakh will be provided to childlesswomen for In
Vitro Fertilization (IVF) treatment in two phases – Rs. 1,50,000 for the first attempt of IVF Treatment
and Rs. 1,50,000 for the second attempt of IVF treatment.
 The CM also unveiled Mukhya Mantri Swasthya Suvidha Yojana which is a health insurancescheme for
MR (Medical Representative)/Adhoc /Contractual/Probationary Employees.
19. The Karnataka’s Chief Minister (CM) launched new schemes on sanitation, nutrition, and schemes for the
well-being of farmers, laborers, and soldiers on India’s independence (15th August 2022).
Who is the current (as of Aug 22) current CM of Karnataka?
Answer- 4) Basavaraj Bommai
Explanation:
On 15th August 2022, the 75th anniversary of India’s independence, Karnataka Chief Minister (CM) Basavaraj
Bommai launched new schemes on sanitation, nutrition and schemes for the well-being of farmers, labourers and
soldiers.
i. The 76th Independence Day event in Karnataka was held at the Manekshaw Parade Ground.
ii. The ‘Raitha Vidya Nidhi’ for farmers’ children will also be extended to the landless agricultural labourers.
iii. Government job will be provided to 1 member of the deceased soldier’s family, if he dies on duty,on
compassionate grounds to provide security to his family and Rs 25 lakh amount will be immediately transferred
20. Which state recently (in Aug ‘22) approved an MoU with Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited(SJVN
Limited) for the development of 10,000 MW renewable energy projects?
Answer- 3) Rajasthan
Explanation:
The Government of Rajasthan has approved an MoU with Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVNLimited) for the
development of 10,000 MW (MegaWatt) renewable energy projects.
i. This project would require an investment of around Rs 50,000 crore in the next 5 to 7 years.
ii. Under this MoU, SJVN will establish the renewable energy projects on the land banks to be allocatedby Rajasthan
Renewable Energy Corporation Ltd (RRECL).
iii. SJVN Ltd targets to achieve the shared vision of 5000 MW by 2023, 25000 MW by 2030, and 50000MW by 2040.
CA STATIC GK
21. As of 17th August 2022, which state has the maximum number of Ramsar sites in India?
Explanation:
In 2022, a total of 28 sites have been declared as Ramsar sites. Based on the date of designation mentioned on the
Ramsar Certificate, the number is 19 for this year (2022) and 14 for previous year(2021).
i. Tamil Nadu has maximum no. of Ramsar sites (14). It is followed by Uttar Pradesh (UP) which has10 Ramsar sites.
22. As of August 2022, India is the world's second largest producer of crude steel after ________________________ _.
Answer- 4) China
As of July 2022, India is world's second largest producer of crude steel after China which produced
90.7 MT in June 2022, down 3.3 per cent over its 93.9 MT production in June 2021.
i. The production in the United States fell by 4.2 per cent to 6.9 MT last month from 7.1 MT in the samemonth of 2021.
23. The Airbus A380, which is the world's largest aircraft, will land in Kempegowda
International Airport for the first time on 30th October 2022.
Kempegowda International Airport is located in Which state?
Answer- 5) Bengaluru, Karnataka
Explanation:
The Airbus A380, which is the world's largest aircraft, will be deployed on the Bengaluru-Dubai routefor the first time
starting October 30. Emirates airline will be operating the double-decker aircraft service to and from Bengaluru,
Karnataka.
i. Bengaluru city is set to see the world's largest plane, the Airbus A380, landing in its Kempegowda International
Airport for the first time on October 30
ii. The aircraft will have three-class configurations apart from premium cabins, offering seats inEconomy
Class, Business Class and First Class.
24. What is the ratio of the width of the National flag to its length?
Answer- 3) 2 : 3Explanation:
The National Flag is a horizontal tricolour of India saffron (Kesari) at the top, white in the middle, andIndia green at the
bottom in equal proportion.
i. The ratio of the width of the flag to its length is 2 : 3. Pingali Venkayya designed the presentNational Flag
of India.
ii. Under Article 19(i) Supreme Court declared the right to hoist the National Flag as the FundamentalRight.
iii. Recently in 2022, On the occasion of Independence day, Filmmaker Subhash Ghai released a newsong 'Tiranga'
along with the students of Whistling Wood on his social media account.
25. The ministry of Port, Shipping and Waterways recently (in Aug ‘22) dedicated the newly built state-of-
the-art ship building facility of Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited (HCSL) at West Bengal.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) union minister of Port, Shipping and Waterways?
Answer- 5) Sarbananda Sonowal
Explanation:
Union Minister of Port, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal dedicated the newly built state-of-the-art
ship building facility of Hooghly Cochin Shipyard Limited (HCSL) at Nazirgunge, Howrah, West Bengal to the
nation.
i. The Rs 180 crore HCSL facility, which is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Cochin Shipyard Ltd, was setup by reviving
the two-century old HDPEL ship building yard at Nazirgunge.
26. The Bagmati River starts its flow from Kathmandu, Nepal and ends in which of thefollowing
rivers in India?
Answer- 2) Kosi
Explanation:
Bagmati River is a transboundary river between Nepal and India border. It starts its journey from Kathmandu, Nepal
and it ends in the Koshi river near Bornesthan, Bihar, India. The total length of theBagmati River is 586.3 km.
i. Recently, High on a mountain in the Himalayas, pristine drops fall from the mouth of a tiger statue installed at a
stream thought to form the headwaters of the Bagmati River, long revered as having thepower to purify souls.
ii. From there it wends its way downhill past verdant forests and merges with other waterways,irrigating
fields of rice, vegetables and other crops that are a livelihood for many Nepalese.
27. The Railways conducted a test run of the 3.5-km-long freight train, Super Vasuki, with 295 loaded
wagons carrying over 27,000 tonnes of coal between Korba, _______________________________ and Rajnandgao in
Nagpur, Maharashtra.
Answer- 4) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
The Railways conducted a test run of the 3.5-km-long freight train, Super Vasuki, with 295 loaded wagons carrying over
27,000 tonnes of coal between Korba in Chhattisgarh in Rajnandgaon in Nagpur, Maharashtra on August 15, as part of the
Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav celebrations.
28. On 3rd August 2022, Massive Lava Eruption From Fagradalsfjall Volcano.The
Fagradalsfjall Volcano is located in which country?
Answer- 2) Iceland
Explanation:
Lava flowing from the volcano in Fagradalsfjall, Iceland, around 40 kilometers from the capital Reykjavik, following
an eruption that has been ongoing since August 3, 2022.
29. Ranjit Rath was recently (in Aug ‘22) appointed as the Chairman and Managing Director(CMD) of
which company?
Answer- 5) Oil India Limited
Explanation:
Ranjit Rath has taken over as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of state-run Oil India Ltd
(OIL). His appointment came into effect on 2 August.
i. He replaces Sushil Chandra Mishra who retired on 30 June.
30. In which state Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is located?

Answer- 2) Karnataka
Explanation:
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is located in Mandya district, of the state of Karnataka. It has been enlisted as one of the
Important Bird Areas (IBA) in Karnataka and India by Bombay Natural HistorySociety.
i. It is an ecologically important riverine wetland of India with 188 species of plants, over 225 speciesof birds, 69
species of fishes, 13 species of frogs, and 30 species of butterflies.
ii. Recently in August 2022, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary from Karnataka, India was added into the Ramsar Sites.
1. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to PM Narendra Modi’s speech on
the 76th Independence Day (15th August 2022)?
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi led the country in commemorating the historic 76th Independence Dayfrom the Red Fort
in Delhi and hoisted the National Flag and delivered the customary speech for 9thtime.
 The Prime Minister’s Guard of Honour consists of one officer and 20 men from the Army, Navy,Air Force, and
Delhi Police and Squadron Leader Sumita Yadav assisted the PM in hoisting the National Flag.
 The Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS), as part of the government’s “Make inIndia”
initiative, was fired for the first time as part of the formal 21-gun salute. The gun was designed and
developed entirely in India by the Defence Research and Development Organization (DRDO).
 PM Narendra Modi urged the nation to move forward while focusing on the “Panch Pran” (5 pledges) for
the upcoming 25 years (100th year of independence). Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged the citizens to
respect females of the nation and support Nari Shakti. They are a crucial pillar of our nation.
 Har Ghar Tiranga is a campaign organized by Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav to encourage people tobring the
Tiranga (tricolour) home and hoist it to commemorate India’s 75th year of independence.
 During his Independence Day 2022 speech at the Red Fort, PM Narendra Modi gave the slogan
“Jai Anusandhan” (innovation).
2. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the awards/release on the 76th
Independence Day (15th August 2022)?
Explanation:
Wing Commander Deepika Misra, an Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot, received the Vayu Sena medal, making history as
the first woman to receive the honour.
 Droupadi Murmu, the President of India and Supreme Commander of the Armed Forces, haspresented 107
Gallantry awards to Armed Forces and Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) personnel.
 Gallantry awards included, Two members of the Border Security Force (BSF), Constable Sudip Sarkar of the
169th battalion and Sub Inspector Paotinsat Guite of the 59th battalion, received the Kirti Chakra medal
posthumously.
 As part of the Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav celebrations, the Ali Yavar Jung National Institute ofSpeech and
Hearing Disabilities (Divyangjan) [AYJNISHD(D)] in Mumbai, Maharashtra, released the Indian National
Anthem in Universal Design.
 Bhagwant Mann, the CM of Punjab, dedicated 75″Aam Aadmi Clinics” to the residents of thestate to
commemorate 75 years of India’s independence.
3. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the recent (in Aug ‘22) step
taken by the Ministry of Science & Technology?
Explanation:
The Minister of State (MoS) Dr Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST) has approved StartUp loan of Rs
1.15 crores to M/s TGP Bioplastics Private Limited, Satara (Maharashtra) for commercializing compostable plastic
which will mitigate the usage of Single Use Plastics (SUP).
i. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between Technology Development Board(TDB), a
statutory body under Department Of Science & Technology (DST) and TGP BioplasticsPrivate Limited for
manufacturing & commercialization of compostable plastic.
ii. With funding from TDB, the company targets a production capacity of 880 MT (Metric Tonne) per annum.
4. Name ministry that was recently (in Aug ‘22) launched the Early Childhood Development
Conclave, Paalan 1000 National Campaign and Parenting App?
Answer- 3) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare, Bharati Pravin Pawar virtually launched the Early Childhood
Development Conclave, Paalan 1000 National Campaign and Parenting App in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
 It focuses on the cognitive developments of children in the first 2 years of their life.
i. The programme is aligned with the mission of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK), emphasizing responsive
care and focusing interventions on the first 1000 days.
5. Which district recently (in Aug ‘22) became India’s First Full-Functional Literate District?
Answer- 1) Mandla, Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Mandla, a district in Madhya Pradesh’s (MPs), which is a tribal-dominated region has become India’s
first fully functionally literate district.
i. In 2020, the district administration has launched a campaign to make the residents of the districtfully literate
with the help of educators from the departments of education, women and child development (WCD) and social
workers.
ii. The entire district has become functionally literate within 2 years of the initiation which madepeople of
Mandla to write their names, count and read.
6. Name the country that recently (in August ‘22) became the first nation to approve the Covid- 19 vaccine
targeting both the Omicron and original strain.
Answer- 2) United Kingdom
Explanation:
The United Kingdom (UK) has become the first country to approve Moderna’s ‘bivalent’ Covid-19vaccine that tackles
both the original virus strain from 2020 and the Omicron BA.1 variant.
i. The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency (MHRA) has approved Moderna’s
bivalent which meets its standards of safety, quality and effectiveness.
BANKING AND FINANCE
7. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the step taken by public sector Banks to
celebrate 75 years of India’s independence?
Explanation:
To celebrate 75 years of India’s independence, the public sector lender Bank of Baroda (BoB) on August 16, 2022,
has launched the ‘Baroda Tiranga Deposit Scheme’ for a limited time period i.e. till December 31, 2022. It applies to
retail deposits under Rs 2 crore.
 It is a Special Fixed Deposit (FD) scheme offering a higher interest rate for subscribers.
i. Under the scheme, Non-Callable Deposits will also get 0.15% per annum extra and senior citizenswill earn an
additional interest rate of 0.50% per annum.
ii. The Ujjivan Small Finance Bank (SFB) has also introduced two new tenures of retail FDs (below Rs2 crore) viz. 75
weeks (525 days) and 75 months, both carrying the highest rate of 7.50%.
8. Name the bank that was recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with Food Corporation of India(FCI) to
provide ‘Ultima Salary package’.
Answer- 4) Axis Bank
Axis Bank, India’s 3rd largest private sector bank, has signed an MoU with Food Corporation of India (FCI) to provide
‘Ultima Salary package’, a salary account with exclusive benefits & features to all itsemployees.
i. Under the package, bank will offer personal accidental cover of upto Rs. 20 lakhs, additional education grant upto Rs.
8 lakhs, total permanent disability cover benefit upto Rs. 20 lakhs,permanent partial disability cover of upto Rs. 20
lakhs, air accident cover of Rs. 1 crore.
9. What is the time limit that was recently (in Aug ‘22) issued by RBI to loan recovery agents (in
Aug '22) for calling the borrowers?
Answer- 4) Between 8 am to 7 Pm
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued new rules restricting the loan recovery agents fromintimidating borrowers
and calling them before 8 am and after 7 pm.
i. The circular also applies to all commercial, regional and rural, small finance banks, and non-banking financial
companies including housing finance companies, except payments banks and Mutual fund business.
ii. RBI as part of guidelines on Fair Practices Code (FPC) warned and opposed making false representations to the
borrowers. If RBI finds the agents violating the rule set by the Central Bank, itwould be viewed seriously.
iii. Regulated Entities (RE) must not benefit by harassing in any kind, either verbal or physical against any person in
their loan recovery process.
10. Which bank recently (in Aug ‘22) launched India’s first state-of-the-art dedicated branch to support
start-ups in Koramangala in Bengaluru, Karnataka?
Answer- 4) State Bank of India
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) launched India's first state-of-the-art start-up dedicated branch in Koramangala in
Bengaluru, Karnataka. This will serve as a one-stop shop for all start-ups and corporates in Karnataka.
i. The branch was opened by SBI Chairman Dinesh Khara and is located alongside neighbouring HSR Layout and
Indiranagar, which are the biggest start-up hubs in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
ii. Two more branches will be opened in Gurgaon, Haryana and in Hyderabad, Telangana.
11. In August 2022, ______________ , Executive Director of HDFC Bank, emerged the highest earning
banker in FY22, while Amitabh Chaudhry, MD & CEO of _________ tops the highest paid MD &CEOs of India in
the FY22.
Answer- 5) Kaizad Bharucha; Axis Bank
Explanation:
Kaizad Bharucha, executive director of HDFC Bank, emerged the highest earning banker for 2021-22(FY22), receiving Rs
10.64crore remuneration in FY22, mainly due to Rs 4.46 crore as a performance bonus.
i. Amitabh Chaudhry, Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Axis Bank Ltd, has topped
among the highest paid MD & CEOs of India in FY22. He received a total payment of Rs
7.63 crore in FY22, including his performance pay of Rs 89 lakh.
ii. Sumant Kathpalia MD & CEO of IndusInd Bank, was the 2nd highest paid MD&CEO (Rs 7.3 crore) followed by
Sandeep Bakhshi MD and CEO of ICICI Bank(RS 7.08 crore) and Sashidhar Jagdishan MDand CEO of HDFC Bank(Rs
6.51 crore).
APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS
12. William Samoei Arap Ruto recently (in Aug '22) became the president of which of the following
countries?
Answer- 4) KenyaExplanation:
Deputy President of Kenya, William Samoei Arap Ruto won the presidential election 2022. He defeated his rival
former Prime Minister Raila Odinga securing 7176,141 votes, or 50.49% of the vote.
i. He will be succeeding 4th President Uhuru Kenyatta and he becomes Kenya’s first sitting deputypresident to succeed
the incumbent following competitive elections and first candidate to win the presidency at first attempt.
13. Who was recently (in Aug ‘22) appointed as the Managing Director (MD) of National Bank for Financing
Infrastructure and Development (NaBFID) for five years (2022-2027)?
1) Answer- 2) Rajkiran Rai G
Explanation:
The Centre govt. and the board of National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
(NaBFID) appointed Rajkiran Rai G as its Managing Director (MD) for five years (2022-2027).
i. He will take the charge of MD on August 8 2022, and will hold the top post till May 18, 2027.
ii. He was Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)of Union Bank of India from 2017.
ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
14. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the recent (in Aug ‘22)
approval by Competition Commission of India (CCI)?
Explanation:
The CCI has approved the acquisition of stake in IIFL Home indirectly by Abu Dhabi Investment Authority (ADIA)
group, sole beneficiary and settlor of the Platinum Jasmine Trust.
 The CCI approves the acquisition of majority shareholding in Optimus Drugs Private Limited(ODPL) by
Sekhmet Pharmaventures Private Limited (Sekhmet).
 The CCI also approved ODPL’s acquisition of shareholding in Optimus Pharma Private Limited(OPPL) and
Optimus Life Science Private Limited (OLSPL) under Section 31(1) of the Competition Act, 2002.
 The CCI approves the acquisition of Holcim’s stake in Holderind Investments Limited, Ambuja Cements
Limited and ACC Limited by Endeavour Trade and Investment Limited, an Adani Group company.
 The CCI has given approval for the merger of HDFC Limited, India’s largest housing financecompany and
HDFC Bank, India’s largest private sector bank.
15. Name the platform that was launched by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to empower
all spheres of science and technology within India and is powered by NSEIT.
Answer- 3) Manthan Platform
Explanation:
The Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India (GoI) launched a Manthan Platform
which will enable and empower all spheres of science and technology within India. This launch commemorates
India’s 75 years of independence- Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav.
i. The platform is powered by NSEIT and led by the Office of PSA.
ii. The Manthan platform aims to promote collaboration at scale between industry and the scientific Research and
Development (R&D) ecosystem to help meet India’s sustainability goals in alignment with the United Nations (UN)
defined Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) charter.
sPORTS
16. Cricketer Kevin Joseph O’Brien recently (in Aug ‘22) announced his retirement from
international cricket. He belongs to which country?
Answer- 1) Ireland
Explanation:
The 38-year-old, Ireland all-rounder, Kevin Joseph O’Brien announced his retirement from
international cricket. He became the 1st Ireland cricketer to score a century in red-ball cricket.
i. Kevin O’Brien made his debut for Ireland in 2006 and was one of their longest serving cricketers. Hescored the
fastest century ever in 50-over World Cup History (2011), from 50 balls against England.
ii. He is also Ireland’s leading wicket taker in the One Day International (ODI) format, with 114 scalps at an average
of 32.68.
OBITUARY
17. Amitabh Choudhary recently (in August ‘22) passed away. He is the former acting secretary
of which organisation?
Answer- 2) Board of Control for Cricket in India
Explanation:
The former Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) acting secretary and chairman of JharkhandState Cricket
Association (JSCA), Amitabh Choudhary passed away at the age of 58 due to heart attack in Ranchi, Jharkhand.
i. He was a retired IPS officer, who served in the rank of Inspector General of Police (IGP) with theJharkhand police. He
has also served as, BCCI joint secretary, and Team India’s administrative manager.
IMPORTANT DAYS
18. The 2nd Partition Horrors Remembrance Day 2022 was observed across India on _________________________ _.
Answer- 3) 14th August 2022
Explanation:
India annually observes “Partition Horrors Remembrance Day ” on August 14 to acknowledge the difficulties faced by
the Indians during the partition of India in 1947.
i. The 14th August 2022 marks the 2nd edition of Partition Horrors Remembrance Day. In 2021 Prime
Minister (PM) Narendra Modi announced to observe 14th August as Partition Horrors Remembrance Day.
ii. Partition Horrors Remembrance Day” is observed on the line on “Holocaust Remembrance Day”.
The objective of observing this day is to honour the memory of victims.
iii. India was partitioned into India and Pakistan on August 14, 1947. Independence Day of Pakistan is on 14th
August.
STATE NEWS
19. Name the state government that recently (in Aug ‘22) launched the "Lucky Bill App" to curbGST Evasion
by offering attractive prizes to users.
Answer- 5) Kerala
Explanation:
The Chief Minister (CM) of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan launched the mobile application “Lucky Bill
App”. It is the first-of-its-kind initiative to be introduced in India.
i. The objective is to encourage consumers to upload invoices in a bid to curb Goods and Service Tax(GST) evasion;
it encourages the citizen to ask for a bill every-time they make a purchase. To reward them in doing so, the app
offers cash prizes upto Rs 25 lakh.
ii. It was developed by the State Goods and Services Tax (GST) department of Kerala and designed by the Digital
University Kerala (DUK).
CA STATIC GK
20. In which state Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary is located?

Explanation:
Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary is a Protected area near Mudukulathur Ramanathapuram District of Tamil Nadu. The
site qualifies as an IBA as the threatened Spot-billed Pelican Pelecanus philippensis breeds here.
i. Recently in August 2022, Kanjirankulam Bird Sanctuary from Karnataka, India was added into the Ramsar Sites.
21. What is the currency of Kenya?

Answer- 2) Shilling
Explanation:
About Kenya:
Capital- Nairobi
Currency- Kenyan shilling
President- Uhuru Kenyatta
22. Who is current (as of Aug ‘22) India's Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of
India?
Answer- 1) Ajay Kumar Sood
Explanation:
India’s Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India is Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood while the Managing Director
(MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of NSEIT is Anantharaman Sreenivasan.
23. The United States’s National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently
highlighted the loss of mangrove cover on Katchal island.Katchal
island is one which is situated in the ______________________________ _.
Answer- 3) Nicobar Islands
Katchal Island is one which is situated in the Nicobar Islands in the Indian Continent
i. The United States National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) recently highlighted the
loss of mangrove cover on Katchal island, a part of India’s Nicobar archipelago.
ii. More than 90% of mangrove cover on the island was lost due to the Indian Ocean Tsunami.
24. INS Sumedha is on a visit to Port Tanjung Benoa, Bali, from 04 Aug to 06 Aug 2022.The INS
Sumedha was designed by which of the following companies?
Answer- 5) Goa Shipyard LimitedExplanation:
As a part of the Indian Navy's Long-Range Deployment in the South Eastern Indian Ocean, INS Sumedha will conclude
its journey to Bali in August 2022. The ship embarked on its journey to PortTanjung Benoa in Bali, Indonesia on August 4.
i. On March 7, 2014, INS Sumedha was commissioned into the Indian Navy at Goa. The third Saryu class patrol vessel
of the Indian Navy, the ship has been indigenously designed and built by GoaShipyard Limited.
25. The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology kicked off a daylong event to
celebrate “8 Years of MyGov” in New Delhi on July 30, 2022.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) union Minister of Electronics and Information Technology?
Answer- 3) Ashwini VaishnawExplanation:
Taking forward PM Narendra Modi’s vision of Jan Bhagidari, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw, Ministry of Electronics and
Information Technology, kicked off a daylong event to celebrate “8 Years of MyGov” in New Delhi on July 30, 2022.
i. The event also witnessed the presence of dignitaries including CEO NITI Aayog Shri Parameswaran Iyer, G20 Sherpa
Shri Amitabh Kant and Secretary of Capacity Building Commission Shri Hemang Jani.
26. The Uttarakhand government recently (in Aug ‘22) decided to develop one Sanskrit- speaking
village in each of the 13 districts in the state.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand?
Answer- 4) Pushkar Singh Dhami
Uttarakhand Chief Minister- Pushkar Singh Dhami and Governor- Lt. Gen. Gurmit Singh
The Uttarakhand government has decided to develop one Sanskrit-speaking village in each of the 13 districts in the state.
Citizens of these villages will be trained by experts to use the ancient Indian language as a medium of daily
communication, Uttarakhand’s Minister for Sanskrit Education.
27. The government recently (in Aug ‘22) permitted companies to spend their CSR funds on
activities relating to the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.
What does CSR stands for:
Answer- 2) Corporate Social Responsibility
The government has permitted companies to spend their CSR (corporate social responsibility)
funds on activities relating to the ‘Har Ghar Tiranga’ campaign.
i. According to the Companies Act, firms with a net worth of Rs 500 crore or more, or a turnover of Rs1,000 crore or
above, or net profit of `5 crore or more, are required to spend 2% of their average net profit of the preceding three
years on CSR activities.
ii. Maharashtra, Gujarat, Karnataka, Delhi and Tamil Nadu were major recipients of CSR funds in FY21.
28. The Ministry of Textiles recently (in Aug’ 22) approved the Pashmina Wool Development
Scheme under Integrated Wool Development Programme (IWDP).
Who is the current (as of Aug’22) union minister of the Ministry of Textiles?
Answer- 2) Piyush Goyal
Explanation:
Piyush Goyal is the Union minister of Ministry of Textiles.
i. The Ministry of Textiles has approved Pashmina Wool Development Scheme under Integrated Wool Development
Programme (IWDP) with a budget allocation of Rs.29.25 Cr. for implementation during FY from 2021-22 to 2025-26.
29. Which of the following is ‘correct’ with respect to the Callable Fixed Deposit (FD) and Non- Callable FD?
Explanation:
In Callable FD, customers are allowed premature money withdrawal, while in non-Callable FD, customers are
not allowed to withdraw money before the end of maturity due date with some exceptions like bankruptcy,
winding up of business, death etc.
i. Hence, a non-Callable FD carries a higher interest rate.
ii. The amount required to be deposited in a non-callable fixed deposit is generally higher than callable term
deposits.
30. As per the Ramsar Convention, which of the following points are ‘correct’ to get Ramsar
sites (wetlands of international importance) status?
Explanation:
As per Ramsar Convention, a wetland should be considered wetlands of international importance (Ramsar sites)
based on some of the following criteria:
 it contains a representative, rare, or unique example of a natural or near-natural wetland type found within
the appropriate biogeographic region.
 It regularly supports 20,000 or more waterbirds.
 It regularly supports 1% of the individuals in a population of one species or subspecies ofwetland-
dependent non-avian animal species.
1. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the recent (in Aug ‘22) cabinet
approval on 17th August 2022?
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi has approved the “Widening access of the
Traditional Knowledge Digital Library (TKDL) database to users, besides patent offices”.
i. The Union Cabinet, presided over by PM Narendra Modi, has approved the signing of a contract between India
and France to support International Transport Forum (ITF) activities in the Indian transport sector.
ii. The Union Cabinet, led by PM Narendra Modi, approved a proposal to increase the EmergencyCredit Line
Guarantee Scheme (ECLGS) limit by Rs. 50,000 crore, from Rs. 4.5 lakh crore to Rs. 5lakh crore.
iii. Union Cabinet Approves Interest Subvention of 1.5% Per Annum On Short Term Agriculture Loan Up to Rs. 3
Lakh.
2. Which ministry recently (in Aug '22) developed the National Action for Mechanised Sanitation
Ecosystem (NAMASTE) scheme along with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs?
Answer- 4) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Explanation:
National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem (NAMASTE) is a Central Sector Scheme (CSS) of the Ministry of
Social Justice and Empowerment (MoSJE), developed in collaboration with the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
(MoHUA).
NAMASTE envisions sanitation workers’ safety and dignity in urban India by developing an enabling ecosystem that
honours sanitation workforce as major contributors to sanitation infrastructure operation and maintenance.
i. This phase of NAMASTE will focus on 500 cities that will converge with Atal Mission forRejuvenation
and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) cities.
3. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the initiatives launched in the
‘Yamuna Par Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ event in New Delhi, Delhi?
Explanation:
The National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), along with the Department of Water Resources, RiverDevelopment and
Ganga Rejuvenation and the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), organised an event ‘Yamuna Par Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav’ at
the water sports club in New Delhi (Delhi).
The events saw the launch of number of the following new initiatives under the Arth-Ganga concept:
i. The Union Minister virtually launched the Jalaj initiative at 26 sites to set up small shops or floatingmobile centres
to promote livelihood on the banks of River Ganga.
 It is being implemented in association with Wildlife Institute of India (WII).
ii. A tourism-related portal called ImAvatar Platform was launched to promote livelihood
opportunities along the Ganga basin, and to promote the Arth Ganga initiative.
iii. The NMCG and the Sahakar Bharati signed an MoU to achieve the vision of sustainable and viable economic
development through public participation, creation and strengthening of local cooperatives by directing their
cooperation towards realizing the mandate of Arth Ganga.
4. Which country recently (in Aug ‘22) conducted military exercise ‘Udarashakti’ along with
India?
Answer- 2) Malaysia
India & Malaysia concluded the four-day military exercise ‘Udarashakti’, which was between the Indian Air Force
(IAF) and the host country Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF). The exercise began on 16th august 2022 at the RMAF Air
Base Kuantan, Malaysia.
i. Both the Air forces flew seven aircraft in formation during the ceremony.
ii. The Su-30 MKI and C-17 aircrafts from the IAF and Su-30 MKM aircraft from the Malaysian forceparticipated in
the air exercise.
5 _____________became the 1st Country to offer Period Products Free for All by passing a law, the
Period Products (Free Provision) Act 2021.
Answer- 1) Scotland
Explanation:
The Scottish government became the 1st country in the world to legally protect the right to accessfree period
products by passing a law, the Period Products (Free Provision) (Scotland) Act 2021 that came into force on 15th
August 2022.
i. The Scottish government had already been investing funds since 2017 to provide free period products in
educational institutions.
Note – New Zealand and Kenya distributes period products for free in public schools.
BANKING AND FINANCE
6. Which organisation was recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with J&K Grameen Bank to
Finance 700 Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) in J&K & Ladakh?
Answer- 4) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural DevelopmentExplanation:
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) regional office
and J&K Grameen Bank signed an MoU on promotion and financing of 700 Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) in the
conference hall of NABARD, J&K Regional Office.
i. Objective – To enhance the flow of credit to tenant farmers, oral lessees, sharecroppers and such others and to meet
the credit requirements of the lower strata of the society by formation and creditlinkage of JLGs.
7. Name the mutual fund company that was recently (in Aug ‘22) the industry’s first 2 new
funds on electric, autonomous vehicles, and AI themes.
Answer- 2) Mirae Asset Mutual Fund
Explanation:
Mirae Asset Mutual Fund has launched two new funds viz. Mirae Asset Global Electric & Autonomous Vehicles
ETFs Fund of Fund (FoF) and Mirae Asset Global X Artificial Intelligence and Technology ETF Fund of Fund (FoF).
i. These are the first such funds based on companies involved in future technology to be launched inIndia in the
mutual fund industry.
8. Name the Mutual Fund company that was recently (in Aug ‘22) India’s First Gold and Silver
Fund Scheme.
Answer- 2) Edelweiss Mutual Fund
Explanation:
Edelweiss Mutual Fund (MF), an Asset Management Company (AMC) launches Edelweiss Gold and Silver
Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF) Fund of Fund, India’s first fund offer scheme that offers exposure to gold and silver
through a single fund on 24th August 2022.
i. Edelweiss Gold and Silver ETF Fund of Fund is an open-ended Fund of Fund scheme investing inunits of Gold
ETF and Silver ETF.
ii. This new fund offer for Edelweiss Gold and Silver ETF Fund of Fund (FoF) will be open from 24thAugust 2022 to
7th September 2022.
9. In August 2022, ReNew Power raised a ___________________project loan through External Commercial
Borrowings (ECB) for Battery-Enabled Project.
Answer- 2) USD 1 billion
Explanation:
Gurgaon based ReNew Power, has raised a USD 1 billion project loan through External Commercial Borrowings (ECB)
in partnership with 12 international banks for the finance.
i. This is the single largest renewable energy project with 1,300 MW capacity with round-the-clock(RTC) power
supply, battery enabled hybrid capacity.
ii. ReNew Power will use the funding of 1 billion for its upcoming hybrid battery-enabled RTC project. The project
will provide power to SECI at Rs 2.90 per unit with 3 percent escalation annually for 15 years.
10. Name the company that recently (in Aug '22) deployed smart PoS devices across Indiaalong with
Samsung stores.
Answer- 5) PaytmExplanation:
Paytm, a digital finance company, partnered with Samsung stores across India to enable smart payments and its
loan service Paytm Postpaid through distribution of Point of Sale (PoS) smart devices.
i. This partnership enables the consumer to purchase Samsung’s authorised products by using Paytm transaction, which
includes Unified Payment Interface (UPI), wallet, debit cards and credit cards, and the buy now pay later scheme.
11. Which bank recently (in Aug ‘22) launched a special variant of debit card by celebrating
Independence Day?
Answer- 4) Indian Overseas BankExplanation:

Indian Overseas Bank (IOB), a major Indian nationalised bank, has launched a special variant of debit card “IOB
Rupay Select Card”, that can be used for domestic and International payments. The cardwas released on the
occasion of the Independence Day at the Central Office Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
i. The Special variant card has been designed for high net-worth individual (HNI) customers. Theinitial providence
of the card was received by 6 VIP customers of the Bank.
ECONOMY AND BUSINESS
12. Name the new start-up that was recently (in Aug ‘22) unveiled by the Tata Group Chairman
Emeritus Ratan Tata for Senior Citizens.
Answer- 5) Goodfellows
Explanation:
Tata Group Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata has unveiled the new start-up ‘Goodfellows’ which was designed to pair
senior citizens with young graduates to form meaningful friendships.
i. Goodfellows was founded by Shanthanu Naidu, the General Manager at the Office of RNT (Ratan Naval Tata).
ii. ‘Goodfellows’ has taken 6 months of time to complete a successful trial and soon will be available in
Mumbai with Pune, Chennai and Bangalore as next target.
13. Which of the following Indian badminton players was 'not’ appointed as the brand
ambassadors of Mastercard in India?
Answer- 1) PV Sindhu
Explanation:
Mastercard Inc. is an American multinational financial services corporation, has appointed Indian badminton
players Lakshya Sen, Kidambi Srikanth, Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty as brand ambassadors of
Mastercard in India.
About the Ambassadors:
 Lakshya Sen and Kidambi Srikanth, won the First & Second Men’s Singles in the Thomas Cup
2022 while Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the First Doubles game.
 Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the gold medal in the 2022 CommonwealthGames while
Lakshya Sen won the gold medal in Men’s singles and Kidambi Srikanth won thebronze medal in the men’s
singles.
14. Who was recently (in Aug ‘22) appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) of Bharti Airtel for the period of five years?
Answer- 4) Gopal Vittal
Explanation:
Bharti Airtel’s (Airtel) shareholders have reappointed Gopal Vittal as the Managing Director (MD)and Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) of Bharti Airtel for the span of five years with the effect from February 1, 2023 to January
31, 2028.
i. Gopal Vittal was also approved for the special resolution related to the payment of his remunerationas MD and CEO
of the company with 89.57 per cent votes in favour and 10.42 per cent votes in against.
Note: Gopal Vittal was first appointed as CEO of Airtel on March 1, 2013, then he was re-appointedwith effect from
February 2018 for 5 years, (up to January 31, 2023).
15. In August 2022, BRDN Investment Management divested its ____________________ stake in HDFC Asset
Management Company (AMC) for over Rs 2,300 crore.
Answer- 3) 5.58%Explanation:
BRDN Investment Management, formerly Standard Life Investments, divested its 5.58% stake in HDFC Asset
Management Company(AMC) for over Rs 2,300 crore.
i. According to Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) transaction data, BRDN has sold approximately Rs 1.19 crore shares in
HDFC AMC through open market transactions.
ii. The relieved shares of each were sold at Rs 1,935.63 and the transaction size aggregated to Rs2,303.4 crore.
Note- HDFC AMC operates as a joint venture between Housing Development Finance Corporation(HDFC) and BRDN
Investment Management.
16. NIDAAN, India's first portal on arrested drug offenders, recently (in Aug '22) became operational
to enforce anti-drug laws in India.
In NIDAAN, what does ‘D’ stand for?
Answer- 5) Database
The first-of-its-kind database named- National Integrated Database on Arrested Narco offenders (NIDAAN) was
made operational for the use by various central and State prosecution agencies tasked to enforce anti-drugs laws in
India.
i. It is part of the Narcotics Coordination Mechanism (NCORD) portal, launched by Union Home Minister Amit
Shah on 30th July 2022 in Chandigarh during the national conference on ‘Drug trafficking and national
security’.
ii. The portal was developed by the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
iii. The NIDAAN platform sources its data from the Inter-operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS) and the e-Prisons
(a cloud-based application) repository.
17. Which country recently (in Aug ‘22) developed the world’s 1st ‘synthetic embryo’ (without
sperm) outside the womb using stem cells cultured in a petri dish?
Answer- 2) Israel
The team of scientists of Israel developed the world’s first synthetic embryo outside the wombusing stem cells
cultured in a petri dish.
i. The cells of the synthetic embryo were cultured without the use of fertilized eggs, bypassing theneed for
sperm.
ii. The study was published in the journal Cell and the team was headed by Prof. Jacob Hanna of theMolecular
Genetics Department,Weizmann Institute in Israel.
OBITUARY
18. Narayan, the Malayalam novelist, recently passed away (on Aug ‘22). For which novel did he receive the
Economist Crossword Book Award in the Indian language translation category in 2011?
Answer- 3) Kocharethi
Explanation:
Renowned Malayalam novelist Narayan passed away at the age of 82 years due to COVID-19-related complications. He
belonged to the Malayarayar tribe and is considered Kerala’s first tribal novelist.
i. He was best known for his award-winning debut novel Kocharethi (1998), which was translated into English as
‘Kocharethi: The Araya Woman’ by Catherine Thankamma was published by the Oxford University Press in 2011
and won the Economist Crossword Book Award in the Indian language translation category for 2011.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
19. Benjamin Netanyahu penned his memoir titled "Bibi: My Story," which is set to be published
in November 2022.
Benjamin Netanyahu is the former Prime Minister (PM) of which country?
Answer- 1) Israel
Explanation:
Benjamin Netanyahu, a former Prime Minister (PM) of Israel has penned his memoir titled “Bibi:My Story”, which
is set to be published in November 2022 (after parliamentary elections in Israel).
i. The book is set to be published by Threshold Edition (a division of Simon and Schuster thatpublishes
conservative books.)
ii. Previous works of Netanyahu are “A Durable Peace: Israel and it’s Place Among the Nations and“Fighting
Terrorism”
IMPORTANT DAYS
20. When was World Sanskrit Day 2022 observed across the globe?
Explanation:
World Sanskrit Day, also known as Vishva-Samskrita-dinam and Sanskrit Diwas, is annually observed on ‘Sawan
Poornima’ to create awareness, promote and revive Sanskrit, one of the ancient Indian languages.
i. It is annually celebrated on Poornima day (Full Moon) of the Shraavana month in the Hinducalendar.
World Sanskrit Day 2022 falls on 12th August 2022.
ii. The first World Sanskrit Day was observed in 1969.
Note- Sanskrit is already having a special status in India under Article 351 and Sanskrit was declared as a classical
language in the year 2005.
CA STATIC GK
21. What is the capital of Scotland?

Answer- 1) Edinburgh
Explanation:
About Scotland:
First Minister of Scotland – Nicola Ferguson Sturgeon
Capital – Edinburgh Currency –
Pound Sterling
22. Some Women heroes of India’s freedom struggle including Rani Gaidinliu were mentioned by PM
Narendra Modi in Independence Day speech 2022 in Red Fort, Delhi.
Rani Gaidinliu, “Daughter of the Hills”, belongs to which state?
Answer- 3) Manipur
Explanation:
Born in 1915 in present-day Manipur, Rani Gaidinliu was a Naga spiritual and political leader who fought the
British. Acknowledging her role in the struggle against the British, Jawaharlal Nehru called her the “Daughter of the
Hills” and gave her the title “Rani” or queen.
 Jhalkari Bai also known as Durga Dal, a soldier in Rani Laxmibai’s women’s army, looks up to her as an
incarnation of God and also celebrates Jhalkaribai Jayanti every year in her honour.She is often presented
as a representative of Bundeli identity.
 Durgawati Devi, who was popularly known as Durga Bhabhi, was a revolutionary who joinedthe armed
struggle against colonial rule and she was also a member of the Naujawan Bharat Sabha.
 Velu Nachiyar waged a war against the British and emerged victorious. She went on to produce the first
human bomb as well as establish the first army of trained women soldiers in the late 1700s.
23. In August 2022, Charles Drew ship docked in India for the first time for repairs and
maintenance.
Charles Drew was a navy ship from which country?
Answer- 2) United States
Explanation:
The United States (UN) Navy Ship has docked in India for the first time for repairs and maintenance. US naval ship
Charles Drew arrived at L&T’s Kattupalli Shipyard at Ennore, near Chennai in August 2022 for undertaking repairs
and maintenance. This will be the first time that a US Navy ship is beingrepaired in an Indian shipyard.
i. The USNS Charles Drew will be at Kattupalli shipyard for 11 days and undergo repairs in variousareas.
24. According to recent data, the manufacturing sector attracted foreign direct investments (FDI) worth
USD 21.34 billion in 2021-22.
__________ is the nodal Department for formulation of the policy of the Government on Foreign Direct
Investment (FDI).
Answer- 3) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal TradeExplanation:
The Department of Industrial Policy & Promotion is the nodal Department for formulation of thepolicy of the
Government on Foreign Direct Investment (FDI).
i. According to the ministry of commerce, the manufacturing sector attracted foreign direct investments
(FDI) worth USD 21.34 billion in 2021-22, an increase of 76 per cent year-on-year.
ii. Singapore (27.01 per cent) and the US (17.94 per cent) have emerged as the top two investorsduring 2021-
22 in India. These were followed by Mauritius (15.98 per cent), the Netherlands (7.86per cent) and Switzerland
(7.31 per cent).
iii. Top five states receiving highest FDI in 2021-22 are Karnataka (37.55 per cent), Maharashtra (26.26 per
cent ), Delhi (13.93 per cent ), Tamil Nadu (5.10 per cent ) and Haryana (4.76 per cent ).
25. Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) recently (in Aug ‘22) earned USD 279 million in
foreign exchanges by launching foreign countries' satellites. For which
country the most number of satellites was launched?
Answer- 5) United States
Explanation:
Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has earned USD 279 million in foreign exchanges (USD and Euros) by
launching foreign countries' satellites. This money was earned by ISRO’s commercial arm, Antrix, which launched
345 foreign satellites from 34 different countries.
i. The total is equivalent to 2,226 crore rupees. The most number of satellites launched for the US.
26. In July 2022, the Centre is reported to be considering granting “tribal” status to the Trans- Giri region of
Sirmaur district, in _____________________________________ _.
Answer- 2) Himachal PradeshExplanation:
The Centre is reported to be considering granting “tribal” status to the Trans-Giri region of HimachalPradesh’s
Sirmaur district. The reported proposal, if followed through, would mark a movement away from the government’s
earlier position on the matter.
i. The demand to declare Trans-Giri a tribal area is old — and is tied up with the demand forScheduled
Tribe (ST) status for the Hatti community which lives in the area.
ii. The Hatti homeland straddles the Himachal-Uttarakhand border in the basin of the Giri and Tonsrivers, both
tributaries of the Yamuna.
27. In August 2022, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare announced, the government has set a target to
increase the Health budget of India to 2.5% of the GDP from 1.9 percent (current).
Who is the current (in Aug ‘22) union minister of Health and Family Welfare?
Answer- 3) Mansukh L. MandaviyaExplanation:
Union Health Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya has announced, the government has set a target to increase the Health
budget of India to 2.5% of the GDP, which is currently at 1.9 percent.
i. Giving details about the allocations made in the Health budget, in 2014 the total health budget was to the tune of 33
thousand crore rupees which was increased continuously and now it has reached 83thousand crore rupees in 2022-
23.
28. The IndiGo airline recently (in Aug ‘22) announced it had introduced a “Three-Point
Disembarkation” process, in which both forward exits and one rear exit are used for deboarding
passengers.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) CEO of IndiGo?
Answer- 3) Ronojoy Dutta
Ronojoy Dutta is the Chief Executive Officer(CEO) of IndiGo.
i. In a release, the IndiGo airline announced it had introduced a “Three-Point Disembarkation” process, in
which both forward exits and one rear exit are used for deboarding passengers.
ii. The new disembarkation procedure will be initially implemented on IndiGo’s A320 and A321
jetliners on flights arriving at remote stands at Delhi, Mumbai and Bengaluru airports.
Note- IndiGo,has appointed Pieter Elbers as its new CEO with the effective from on or before October 1,
2022. He will replace incumbent Ronojoy Dutta, who has decided to retire on 30th September 2022.
29. Former umpire Rudi Koertzen recently (in Aug '22) passed away. He belongs to which country?
Answer- 2) South Africa
Former South African umpire Rudi Koertzen on August 9 2022, passed away in an accident. He was 73 when he
breathed his last. As per reports, along with Koertzen, three other people died in a collision that occurred in an
area named Riverdale in South Africa.
i. Rudi Koertzen started his umpiring career in 1981 Rudi Koertzen last officiated in an international match in 2010.
ii. At the age of 43, Koertzen umpired in the opening Test in Port Elizabeth. The International Cricket Council (ICC)
appointed him as a full-time umpire in 1992. Thereafter, he didn’t look back after becoming the second umpire to
stand in 100 Tests and 200 ODIs.
30. In which state Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is located?

Answer- 3) Karnataka
Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary is located in Mandya district, of the state of Karnataka. It has beenenlisted as one of the
Important Bird Areas (IBA) in Karnataka and India by Bombay Natural History Society.
i. It is an ecologically important riverine wetland of India with 188 species of plants, over 225 species of birds, 69
species of fishes, 13 species of frogs, and 30 species of butterflies.
ii. In August 2022, Ranganathittu Bird Sanctuary from Karnataka, India was added into the Ramsar Sites.
1. Which state became the first ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified state?
Answer- 4) Goa
Explanation:
Goa becomes the first ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified State while Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu
(D&NH and D&D) becomes the first ‘Har Ghar Jal’ certified Union Territory (UT) in India.
i. All 2.63 lakh rural households of Goa & 85,156 of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu haveaccess to
potable water through tap connection.
ii. People from all the villages of Goa and D&NH and D&D have declared their village as ‘Har Ghar Jal’ through a
resolution passed by Gram Sabha, certifying that all households in the villages have access to safe drinking water
through taps, ensuring that ‘No One is Left Out’.
2 ______________ Becomes the First State in India to Use Blockchain Technology for Seed
Distribution.
Answer- 5) Jharkhand
Jharkhand’s Directorate of Agriculture and SettleMint, a blockchain tech company, implemented thedistribution of seed to
farmers using a blockchain-based platform.
i. Jharkhand became the 1st Indian state to implement blockchain technology which is being used to track seed
distribution.
ii. This aims at reducing pilferage and avoids spurious seeds that farmers receive through various government
schemes including the seed exchange scheme.
3. In August 2022, the Ministry of Steel extended the last date for receipt of applications under the
Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Specialty Steel till ____________________________ from 31st July,
2022.
Answer- 4) 15th September 2022Explanation:

The Union Ministry of Steel extended the last date for receipt of applications under the ProductionLinked Incentive
(PLI) Scheme for Specialty Steel till September 15, 2022 from July 31, 2022.
i. The last date has been extended multiple times since the scheme was launched in 2021.
4. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the equipment/systems that was handed over
to the Indian Army by the union minister of Defence Rajnath Singh?
Explanation:
Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Minister of Defence (MoD), has handed over indigenously developedequipment and
systems to the Indian Army in New Delhi, Delhi.
 The equipment/systems have been jointly developed by the Indian Army, Defence Public Sector
Undertakings (DPSUs), Defence Research & Development Organization (DRDO), andindustry with a
vision to modernize the Armed Forces under the “AatmaNirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.”
 Future Infantry Soldier as a System (F-INSAS) is equipped with three primary subsystems. It can also be
enhanced further by integrating real-time data connectivity.
 Anti-Personnel mine ‘Nipun’ will improve the protection given to troops on the border. It is more
powerful and effective than existing anti-personnel mines.
 Semi Ruggedised Automatic Exchange System Mk-II developed by Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a
Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the MoD, in Kotdwar, Uttarakhand, will address all the
shortcomings in the old system.
5. To which country did India recently (in August ‘22) hand over the Dornier Maritime
Surveillance Aircraft (Dornier 228)?
Answer- 2) Sri Lanka
India presented a Dornier Maritime Surveillance Aircraft (Dornier 228) to the Sri Lanka Navy in the presence of Ranil
Wickremesinghe, President of Sri Lanka, during a special ceremony conducted at the Sri Lanka Airforce base in
Katunayake, Sri Lanka.
i. The Dornier was presented as a response to Sri Lanka’s request for two Dornier reconnaissance
aircraft from India in 2018 to boost its maritime surveillance capabilities.
ii. The gifting of a Dornier aircraft will emphasize the defence and security cooperation between India and Sri Lanka.
6. Name the organisation that recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with the Indian Railway Catering and
Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to ensure the safety of booking data under the Air E-Ticket Service.
Answer- 3) Border Security ForceExplanation:
The Border Security Force (BSF) signed an MoU with the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) to
ensure the safety and security of booking data for BSF personnel with lowcancellation charges and provided an online
portal with a credit facility of 60 days.
i. This will enable better facilities to the BSF personnel who guard 3,323 km of India-Pakistan and4,096 km India-
Bangladesh borders.
7. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the Union Minister of ExternalAffairs S.
Explanation:
From August 16-18, 2022, Union Minister Subrahmanyam (S.) Jaishankar, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) of India
paid an official visit to Bangkok, Thailand to attend the 9th Meeting of India-Thailand Joint Commission (JCM) 2022.
 The meeting was co-chaired by MEA Minister S.Jaishankar along with Don Pramudwinai, Deputy
Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Thailand.
i. MoU on Health and Medical Research Cooperation between Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) of
Department of Health Research, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, India; and Department of Medical
Sciences (DMS) of Ministry of Public Health of Thailand.
ii. MoU for Cooperation & Collaboration on Broadcasting between Prasar Bharti, India and ThaiPublic
Broadcasting Service, Thailand (Thai PBS).
iii. EAM and Don Pramudwinai, jointly inaugurated the newly constructed Embassy Residence and Residential
Complex in Bangkok.
BANKING AND FINANCE
8. Name the organisation that recently (in Aug ‘22) issued new guidelines for Alternative
Investment Funds (AIFs) and Venture Capital Funds (VCFs) for making investments abroad.
Answer- 2) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) issued new guidelines for Alternative InvestmentFunds (AIFs) and
Venture Capital Funds (VCFs) for making investment abroad, under which overseas investor firms won’t need to have an
Indian connection.
i. These regulations have been issued in terms of Regulation 12(ba) of erstwhile
SEBI (Venture Capital Funds) Regulations 1996 and Regulation 15(1)(a) of SEBI (Alternative Investment Funds)
Regulations, 2012, AIFs/VCFs.
ii. While the information for the same is issued in exercise of powers conferred under Section 11(1) ofSEBI Act 1992
to protect the interest of investors in the securities market.
9. In August 2022, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of which co-operativebank due to
inadequate capital and no earning prospects?
Answer- 2) Deccan Urban Co-operative BankExplanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the licence of Deccan Urban Co-operative Bank Limited, Vijayapur,
Karnataka as it does not have adequate capital and earning prospects.
i. The bank is prohibited from conducting the ‘business of banking’ as defined in Section 5(b) read
with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 with immediate effect.
ii. As per the data, more than 99 percent of the depositors are entitled to receive the full amount oftheir deposits
from Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC).
10. Name the organisation that recently (as of 20th Aug ‘22) signed MoUs with eight banks to
provide customized banking services for its personnel deployed across India.
Answer- 4) Indian Coast Guard
The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) signed an MoUs with eight banks to provide customized bankingservices for its
personnel deployed across India for the welfare of its troops.
i. Axis Bank, HDFC Bank, Yes Bank, Punjab National Bank (PNB), IDFC First Bank, and ICICI Bank are among the
eight banks.
ii. ICG inked these MoUs with these banks in order to provide customized services to its employees, with the well-
being and welfare of the troops as key purposes.
11. Which life insurance company recently (in Aug ‘22) launched ‘#PlayForOurHeroes’
campaign in order to celebrate the 75th Independence Day?
Answer- 5) Aegon Life InsuranceExplanation:
Life Insurance Company Aegon Life Insurance Company (ALIC) has launched ‘#PlayForOurHeroes’
campaign in order to celebrate the 75th Independence Day.
i. The campaign uses gamification to create awareness about insurance and raise funds for Armed Forces Flag
Day Fund (AFFDF).
ii. This online game has been launched to spread awareness about the importance of life insurance.
12. Name the Bank that recently (in Aug ‘22) launched Amrit Samriddhi”, a new term deposit
scheme under Abhyudaya Cash Certificate (ACC) and Fixed Deposit (FD) category.
Answer- 2) Karnataka Bank
Explanation:
On the occasion of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Mangaluru-based Karnataka Bank has come up with a new term deposit
scheme called “KBL Amrit Samriddhi” under Abhyudaya Cash Certificate (ACC)and Fixed Deposit (FD) category.
i. The bank has offered the term deposit scheme for 75 weeks (525 days) with the interest rate on theDeposit Scheme of
6.10% per annum.
13. In the Coal Minister's Awards for 2021–2022, which company recently (in August 2022) won the 1st
prize in the categories of safety, production & productivity, and quality?
Answer- 4) Mahanadi CoalFields Limited
Explanation:
Union Minister of Coal, Mines and Parliamentary Affairs, Pralhad Joshi addressed the 2nd edition of the Coal
Minister’s awards ceremony in New Delhi, Delhi. He also felicitated the winners of the Coal Minister’s Awards for
2021-22 in Different Categories.
About Coal Minister’s Awards for 2021-22:
 Mahanadi CoalFields Ltd (MCL) bagged the first prize in three categories– Safety, Production &
Productivity, and Quality.
 The first prize in the Sustainability category won by Western Coalfields Limited (WCL), Northern
Coalfields Limited (NCL) won first prize in implementation of ERP (Enterpriseresource planning).
 Central Coalfields Limited (CCL), a Jharkhand- based subsidiary of CIL, bagged the award underSafety and
Sustainability category.
14. In August 2022, the CCI approved the acquisition of the stake in _________________________ by IBEF IV, India
SME, Motilal Oswal Finvest, partners of Simpolo Ceramics, shareholders of Nexion and Ceramiche SPA.
Answer- 4) Simpolo Vitrified Private LimitedExplanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approves the acquisition of the stake in Simpolo Vitrified Private Limited
(SVPL) by India Business Excellence Fund IV (IBEF IV), India SME Investments Fund
– I (India SME), Motilal Oswal Finvest Limited (MOFPL), partners of Simpolo Ceramics (SC or Simpolo Ceramics) and the
shareholders of Nexion International Private Limited (Nexion) including Aghara & Sons (Aghara) and Ceramiche
Speranza SPA (Ceramiche SPA).
i. The proposed combination also involves the transfer of the business of SC and Nexion into SVPL.
15. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the recent (in Aug ‘22) approval
by Competition Commission of India (CCI)?
Explanation:
The CCI approves the amalgamation of Creixent Special Steels Limited (CSSL) and JSW Ispat Special Products Limited (JSW
Ispat) with and into JSW Steel Limited (JSW Steel) under Section 31(1) of the Competition Act, 2002.
i. The CCI approves the acquisition by Katsura Investments in Varmora Granito Private Limited and certain other
entities.
 CCI also approves Varmora Granito Private Limited in some of its Group Companies and otherentities.
ii. The CCI has approved EQT AB’s acquisition of Baring Private Equity Asia Group Limited (BPEA) and
its subsidiaries including majority control of its general partner entities.
iii. CCI has also approved Jean Eric Salata Rothleder, BPEA Founder’s acquisition of up to 9.9 percent of the equity
shareholding of EQT.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
16. Name the union minister who recently (in Aug ‘22) released a book “Transforming India- Governance
for Atmanirbhar Bharat” & “Adhigam”, ISTM’s Journal on ‘Research on Training and Governance’.
Answer- 4) Jitendra Singh
Explanation:
Union Minister of State (MoS) Science & Technology Dr Jitendra Singh addressed the Assistant Section Officers
(Probationers) of 2019 Batch at the Institute of Secretariat Training & Management (ISTM) in New Delhi.
i. Dr Jitendra Singh released a book “Transforming India- Governance for Atmanirbhar Bharat” & “Adhigam”, ISTM’s
Journal on ‘Research on Training and Governance’ on the occasion.
17. Who authored the book, "Indians at Herod’s Gate: A Jerusalem Tale" that was recently (in Aug ‘22)
launched by Israeli President Isaac Herzog?
Answer- 4) Navtej Sarna
Explanation:
Israeli President Isaac Herzog unveiled the Hebrew Translation of the book, “Indians at Herod’s Gate: A
Jerusalem Tale” written by the former Ambassador of India, Navtej Sarna on the celebration of the 75th anniversary
of India’s Independence.
i. The book was originally written in English and was published in 2014 by Rupa Publication India Private Limited.
18. Who co-authored the book, “Men of Steel- Military Leadership for India” along with Ajay
Kumar Singh?
Answer- 2) Yash Mor

Indian Army Chief General Manoj Pande released the book “Men of Steel- Military Leadership forIndia”, a
collection of essays, authored by Major General Yash Mor (retd.) and Lieutenant GeneralAjay Kumar Singh (retd.).
i. It was published by KW Publishers Pvt Ltd. “Men of Steel” was produced by think-tank Centre of Land Warfare
Studies (CLAWS).
ii. In total, “Men of Steel” has 15 chapters, which were contributed by retired officers and non-military authors.
19. "Madam Sir: The Story of Bihar’s First Lady IPS Officer" is the autobiography of whom?
Answer- 3) Manjari Jaruhar
Explanation:
Manjari Jaruhar, a Retired Indian Police Service (IPS) officer and an Advisor of Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) has
penned her autobiography titled “Madam Sir: The Story of Bihar’s First Lady IPS Officer”.
i. The book detailing the life and times of Bihar’s first lady IPS officer is expected to be Published inOctober.
ii. The book is published by Ebury Press Imprint of Penguin Random House India (PRHI).
IMPORTANT DAYS
20. The United Nations (UN)’s World Humanitarian Day (WHD) 2022 observed on__________________________ _.
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s World Humanitarian Day (WHD) 2022 is observed on August 19 2022 to commemorate the
humanitarian workers who have committed their lives to help others in the most extreme circumstances around the
world.
i. World Humanitarian Day is a campaign by the United Nations Office for the Coordination of
Humanitarian Affairs (UN OCHA).
ii. The First World Humanitarian Day was commemorated on 19th August 2009.
21. When was World Photography Day 2022 observed across the globe?
Explanation:
World Photography Day 2022 was celebrated across the globe on 19th August 2022 with the
theme of “Pandemic Lockdown Through the Lens”.
i. World Photography Week is observed from 19th to 26th August 2022 across the world.
ii. The first official world photography day was observed on 19th August 2010 when the first onlinegallery was
hosted with around 270 photographers who shared their photographs.
iii. The first photographic process named Daguerreotype was formally declared to the world by the French
Academy of Sciences on 9th January 1839.
STATE NEWS
22. Which state government recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with the Central PowerResearch
Institute (CPRI), Bengaluru, Karnataka, to set up central India’s largest regionaltesting laboratory and
testing centre?
Answer- 2) Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
Central Power Research Institute (CPRI), Bengaluru, Karnataka, has signed an MoU with the Chhattisgarh
Government to set up central India’s largest regional testing laboratory and testing centre at Atal Nagar-Nava Raipur
(Naya Raipur), Chhattisgarh.
i. The National level testing unit will be settled on an area of 10 acres which does have test facilitiesfor transformers,
transformer oil, switch fuse unit, and other electrical equipment.
CA STATIC GK
23. The world’s highest rail bridge, Chenab Rail Bridge gets a 'golden joint' in August 2022.
In which state/UT Chenab Rail Bridge is located?
Answer- 3) Jammu and Kashmir
In Jammu and Kashmir, the world’s highest rail bridge Chenab Rail Bridge, over the Chenab river in the Kouri area of
Reasi district achieved another milestone in August 2022 when the overarch deck of the bridge was completed with a
golden joint.
i. To achieve this milestone, technical expertise from IIT-Roorkee, IIT-Delhi, Indian Institute of Sciences, Bangalore,
DRDO, national remote sensing agency, GSI and other agencies were helped. This is the highest railway arch in the
world. The bridge is 35 meters higher than Eiffel Tower
24. Commonwealth Games silver medallist long jumper ‘Murali Sreeshankar’ finished sixth in
his debut Monaco Diamond League meeting in August 2022.What is the
currency of Monaco?
Answer- 5) EuroExplanation:
Capital of Monaco is Monaco and currency is Euro.
i. Commonwealth Games silver medallist long jumper Murali Sreeshankar finished sixth in his debut Monaco
Diamond League meeting with a below-par 7.94m effort.
ii. Six days after winning a historic silver at the Birmingham CWG, Sreeshankar competed in his much-anticipated
maiden Diamond League but was far from his best in a strong field under conditions not very ideal for jumping.
25. Maharashtra Governor recently (in Aug ‘22) inaugurated the 22nd ‘Bharat Rang Mahotsav’
at Ravindra Natya Mandir in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) Governor of Maharashtra?
Answer- 2) Bhagat Singh KoshyariExplanation:
Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari inaugurated the 22nd ‘Bharat Rang Mahotsav’ at
Ravindra Natya Mandir in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
i. The five-day drama festival (being held from August 9 to August 13 is being jointly organised by theUnion Ministry of
Culture and P.L. Deshpande Maharashtra Kala Akademi in the city to pay tribute to our freedom fighters.
26. Karnataka Chief Minister recently (in Aug ‘22) announced that Kannada film star Puneeth Rajkumar
will be conferred with the ‘Karnataka Ratna’ award posthumously.
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) Chief Minister of Karnataka?
Answer- 1) Basavaraj BommaiExplanation:
Karnataka Chief Minister, Basavaraj Bommai has announced that Kannada film star Puneeth Rajkumar, who died
2021, will be conferred with the ‘Karnataka Ratna’ award posthumously.
i. On November 1, which happens to be Kannada Rajyotsava, the state’s formation day. He will be the10th recipient of
the state’s highest civilian honour.
27. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold the seventh meeting of the Governing Council of NITI Aayog at
Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi in August 2022
Who is the current (as of Aug ‘22) Chief Executive Officer of NITI Aayog?
Answer- 2) Parameswaran IyerExplanation:
Parameswaran Iyer is the Chief Executive Officer of NITI Aayog.
i. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will hold the seventh meeting of the Governing Council of Niti Aayog at Rashtrapati
Bhavan Cultural Centre in New Delhi in August 2022.
ii. Notably, this would be the first in-person meeting of the Governing Council since July 2019,according to
news agency ANI.
28. Zee Entertainment recently (in Aug ‘22) received approval from stock exchanges BSE and
NSE for its proposed merger with Sony Pictures Networks India. In which
year, the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) was established?1) 1896
Explanation:
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), is an Indian stock exchange located in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Bombay Stock Exchange is
Established in 1875 by cotton merchant Premchand Roychand.
i. Zee Entertainment has received approval from stock exchanges BSE and NSE for its proposed merger with
Sony Pictures Networks India.
ii. The proposed merger with Culver Max Entertainment Private Limited (formerly Sony Pictures Networks
India) has been approved by Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and National Stock Exchange (NSE), said a statement
from Zee Entertainment Enterprises Ltd
29. The government recently (in Aug ‘22) eased the policy for import of Malonylurea.
Malonylurea is a ________________ _.
Answer- 3) Acid
Explanation:
The government eased the policy for import of compounds containing a pyrimidine ring or piperazinering in the
structure: Malonylurea (Barbituric Acid) and its salts.
i. The Directorate General of Foreign Trade (DGFT) has done away with the condition of importing theproduct after
obtaining a No Objection Certificate from the Narcotics Commissioner. The product is used in drugs and
pharmaceuticals.
30. In which state Tampara Lake is located?

Answer- 1) Odisha
Explanation:
Tampara Lake is located in the Ganjam district of Odisha. It supports at least 60 species of birds, 46species of fishes,
at least 48 species of phytoplanktons, and more than seven species of terrestrial plants and macrophytes.
i. In August 2022, Tampara Lake from Odisha, India was added into the Ramsar Sites.
Current Affairs Q&A PDF – 21&22 August 2022
1. Who was recently (in Aug ‘22) chaired the 9th governing body meeting of the National
Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) in New Delhi, Delhi?
Answer- 1) Parshottam Rupala
Union Minister Parshottam Rupala, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying, presided over the 9th
governing body meeting of the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), which was held in New Delhi, Delhi.
i. The National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB) was established in 2006 as an autonomous body under the
administrative supervision of the Department of Fisheries, Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying.
ii. Objective: To increase fish production and productivity in India, as well as to coordinate fishery development
in a holistic and integrated manner.
2. Name the union minister who recently (in Aug ‘22) inaugurated a 2-day National Security Strategies
(NSS) Conference 2022 in New Delhi, Delhi.
Answer- 5) Amit Shah
Explanation:
Union Home Minister, Amit Shah inaugurated a 2-day National Security Strategies (NSS) Conference 2022 in New
Delhi, Delhi. The NSS Conference 2022 was attended by 600 officers from across India, physically and virtually.
i. He also inaugurated the National Automated Fingerprint Identification System (NAFIS) developed by National
Crime Records Bureau (NCRB).
ii. This system will support quick and easy disposal of cases with the help of a centralized fingerprintdatabase.
3. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the Mercom India Research
released in August 2022?
Explanation:
Solar capacity installations in India rose by 59% to record 7.2 gigawatt (GW) during the first half of2022, as per the
report released by Mercom India Research.
i. Cumulative large-scale solar PV installations in Rajasthan reached almost 13 GW as of June 2022.
 Rajasthan became the first state to cross 10 GW of cumulative large-scale solar installations at the end of
March 2022.
ii. Rajasthan topped the large-scale solar installations during the Q2 of 2022 with 53% followed by Gujarat (14%)
and Maharastra (9 %).
4. In August 2022, Jitendra Singh, Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology,
announced the financial aid of________________________________ to Maharashtra's Hydrogen startup for
indigenous development of Hydrogen Sensing & Analysis Technology.
Answer- 2) Rs 3.29 crore
Explanation:
Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology, Jitendra Singh announced the financial aid of Rs
3.29 crore to the Hydrogen startup from Maharashtra for indigenous development of Hydrogen Sensing & Analysis
Technology.
i. The aim of the National Hydrogen Mission (NHM) is to help the government in meeting its climate targets and
make India a green hydrogen hub.
ii. The target is to produce 5 million tonnes of Green hydrogen by 2030.
5. Name the organization that recently (in August ‘22) signed a Heads of Agreement (HoA) with
ExxonMobil Corporation for Deepwater Exploration on the Indian East and West coasts.
Answer- 1) Oil and Natural Gas CorporationExplanation:
Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited (ONGC) has signed a Heads of Agreement (HoA) with ExxonMobil
Corporation for an exploration of oil and gas in the deep sea on India’s East and Westcoasts.
i. They would focus on the Godavari – Krishna basin on the East coast and Kutch – Mumbai basin onthe West
coast. The pact on signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in 2019, to undertake joint studies between
these two firms is included in this work on deepwater.
6. At which Indian Naval Ship (INS), India’s first Composite Indoor Shooting Range (CISR) was
launched by Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta in August 2022?
Answer- 3) INS Karna
Explanation:
India’s first Composite Indoor Shooting Range (CISR) was launched by Vice Admiral Biswajit Dasgupta, a serving
Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Eastern Naval Command (ENC), at IndianNaval Ship (INS) Karna on the Eastern
Seaboard, near Bheemili, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh(AP).
i. The Competent Authority in the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has been accepted and approved by the CISR.
ii. The first in the Navy and the only Military unit in the country to set up CISR is INS Karna.
7. Technology Development Board (TBD) recently (in Aug ‘22) supported its 1st Aquaculture
Project using state of the art _________________ technology for Production of Tilapia Fish.
Answer- 3) Israel
Explanation:
Technology Development Board (TBD), a statutory body under the Department of Science and Technology (DST)
has entered a new domain by funding its first ever Aquaculture project using state of the art Israeli technology
from Aquaculture Production Technology Limited (APTIL), for production of Tilapia Fish.
TDB-DST supports M/s Fountainhead Agro Farms Private Limited, Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra for
‘Advanced, Intensive, All Male Tilapia Aquaculture Project with Israeli Technology”.
i. The TBD supports this project inspired by Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana, and to bring
‘Blue Revolution’.
ii. FAFPL aims to set up a complete production line, from breeding to full fish, in Mudhol, Karnataka.
8. With which fighter jets did the Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent recently (in Aug ‘22)
participate in Pitch Black 2022 Exercise in Darwin, Australia?
Answer- 2) Sukhoi-30 MKI
An Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent of over 100 air warriors has arrived in Australia to participate in Exercise Pitch
Black 2022, with 4 Sukhoi-30 MKI (Su-30 MKI) fighters and 2 C-17 Globemaster-III aircraft.
i. Pitch Black 2022 is scheduled to take place in Darwin, Australia, from August 19 to September 8, 2022.
ii. Pitch Black is a biennial three-week multi-national exercise hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF).
9. In August 2022, Indian Navy Ships(INS) (warships) on Sail to 6 Continents to Celebrate 75 years of
Independence.
Which of the following INS and Continent are ‘wrongly’ matched:?
Answer- 5) INS Sumedha- Europe ContinentExplanation:
In a first-of-its-kind effort, the Indian Navy Ships(INS) (warships) set sail to 6 continents – North America, South
America, Europe, Africa, Asia, and Australia – as a part of the celebration of 75 years ofIndependence of India Patrol
vessels.
 INS Sumedha docked at Perth in Australia.
 INS Saryu entered the Changi Naval Base in Singapore, Asia Continents.
 Talwar-class frigate INS Tabar (F44) arrived at Mombasa, Kenya, Africa Continents.
 INS Tarkash docked at Rio De Janeiro in Brazil and this is first deployment of an Indian NavalShip to South
America Continents in over 20 years.
 INS Satpura docked at San Diego Harbor, the USA, North America Continents
 The Made-in-India naval ship INS Tarangini, docked at Thames Quay in east London, UK in
Europe Continents.
BANKING AND FINANCE
10. Name the bank that recently (in Aug ‘22) formed a co-lending partnership with Protium Finance and
InCred Financial Services Limited (IFSL) to provide loans to MSME borrowers.
Answer- 2) Central Bank of India
Central Bank of India, a Public Sector Bank (PSB), has formed co-lending partnership with Protium Finance and InCred
Financial Services Limited (IFSL) [Formerly “KKR India Financial Services
Limited”] in order to provide loans to Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) borrowers.
i. The collaboration will enable the bank and these players to broaden their portfolios.
11. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the National Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) Awards 2020?
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs(MCA) has announced the winners and honourable mentions of the National
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Awards 2020, which was presented to 20 winners and 17 Honourable
Mentions across the three main categories.
i. Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited won the winner award in Corporate Awards forExcellence in
CSR category.
ii. ITC Limited and Indian Oil Corporation Limited(IOCL) won the winner and Honourable Mentions award in CSR
Awards for CSR in Aspirational Districts / Difficult Terrains category respectively.
iii. Tata Steel Limited won the winner Awards under the education sub-category in the CSR Awards for
contribution in National Priority Areas.
12. Name the personality who was recently (in Aug ‘22) appointed as the Secretary to the
President of India Droupadi Murmu by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
Answer- 3) Rajesh Verma
Explanation:
Rajesh Verma, a 1987-batch Odisha-cadre IAS officer has been appointed as the Secretary to the President of India
Droupadi Murmu by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
i. Rajesh Verma currently serves as Ministry Corporate Affairs Secretary (MCA).
ii. Rajesh Verma will replace the incumbent Kapil Dev Tripathi, a 1980-batch IAS officer.
SPORTS
13. On 16th August 2022, India got suspended by FIFA for the first time in its 85-year historyfor third-
party interference.
Which of the following countries are ‘Not’ banned by FIFA over 3rd party influence (as of 22nd
Aug ‘22)?
Answer- 1) China
Explanation:
The Bureau of the Federation International de Football Association (FIFA) Council has decided to suspend the All
India Football Federation (AIFF) with immediate effect due to third-party
interference, which is a violation of FIFA’s statutes and (AIFF) got banned for the first time in its 85-year history.
i. Following the suspension, FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup 2022 which is scheduled to be held in
India on 11-30 October 2022, cannot be held in India as planned.
ii. Other countries banned by FIFA over 3rd party influence include Iraq (2008) Nigeria(2014),
Guatemala(2016), Kuwait & Indonesia(2015), Pakistan(2017 & 2021) and Kenya (2022).
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
14. Who authored the book, “NETAJI: Subhas Chandra Bose’s Life, Politics and Struggle”?
Answer- 5) Krishna Bose
Explanation:
New book titled “NETAJI: Subhas Chandra Bose’s Life, Politics and Struggle” was penned by late scholar & former
Member of Parliament (MP) Krishna Bose was unveiled on the eve of 76th Independence Day.
i. The book was edited and translated (to English from Bengali) by Indian political scientist Sumantra Bose, son of
Krishna Bose.
ii. The book is published by Picador India imprint of Pan Macmillan India.
IMPORTANT DAYS
15. When was the World Mosquito Day 2022 observed across the globe?
World Mosquito Day 2022 was observed across the globe on 20th August 2022 to honour BritishDoctor Sir Ronald
Ross who discovered the relationship between mosquitoes and the transmission of malaria between humans.
i. World Mosquito Day also aims to create awareness about the cause and prevention of Malaria.
ii. Sir Ronald Ross discovered that the Anopheles mosquitoes (female mosquitoes) are responsible for the
transmission of malaria parasites to humans.
16. The Sadbhavana Diwas 2022 was celebrated across India on 20th August 2022 to mark the birth
anniversary of _________________________, the former Prime Minister (PM) of India.
Answer- 1) Rajiv Gandhi
Explanation:
Sadbhavana Diwas 2022 was celebrated across India on 20th August 2022 to mark the birth anniversary of former
Prime Minister (PM) of India Rajiv Gandhi.
The Sabhavana Diwas literally means “Harmony Day” is dedicated to promote national integration,
social peace and harmony among the people of all religions and Languages.
i. The Sadbhavana Diwas 2022 marks the 78th birth anniversary of Rajiv Gandhi (born on 20thAugust 1944)
and his birth anniversary is also celebrated as Rajiv Gandhi Akshay Urja Diwas.
STATE NEWS
17. Name the state government that recently (in Aug ‘22) Collaborated with the Government of
India (GoI) to Develop ‘District Good Governance Portal’.
Answer- 3) Arunachal PradeshExplanation:

The Government of India (GoI) intends to work with the Arunachal Pradesh Government (Govt.) to create a “District
Good Governance Portal” to track and assess the performance of each district in the state on a monthly basis.
i. The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG) has established a District Good
Governance Index, a first for NE States, in partnership with the of Arunachal Pradesh &the Centre for Good
Governance, Hyderabad (Telangana), to improve the efficiency of governance across districts.
ii. Arunachal Pradesh has designated 2022-23 the year of e-governance and has already deployed a 100 % e-
office, as well as e-assembly and e-cabinet modules, in the state civil secretariat.
CA STATIC GK
18. The “Hamari Dharohar” scheme under which ministry?

Answer- 3) Ministry of Minority Affairs
Explanation:
The Ministry of Minority Affairs formulated the “Hamari Dharohar” scheme for preservation of rich heritage and
culture of minority communities of India in 2014-15. The scheme aims to supportcuration of iconic exhibitions,
calligraphy, research and development, etc.
i. Preservation of minority heritage buildings has not been undertaken so far under the HamariDharohar Scheme.
19. What is the maximum age for a child to be screened for leprosy under Rashtriya BalSwasthya
Karyakram (RBSK)?
Answer- 5) 18 years
Explanation:
The Government is implementing the National Leprosy Eradication Programme (NLEP) with the goalof making India
leprosy free. NLEP is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the umbrella of NationalHealth Mission (NHM). This
programme is implemented in all the States/UTs.
Some initiatives under NLEP:
Convergence of leprosy screening under Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) for screening of children (0-18
years) and under Ayushman Bharat for screening of people above 30 years of age.
20. In which year did the government of India honoured Rajiv Gandhi with Bharat Ratna
(posthumously)?
Answer- 3) 1991Explanation:
Rajiv Gandhi was born on 20th August 1944 in Bombay (now Mumbai) as the second son of FerozeGandhi(Indian
politician) and Indira Gandhi (former PM). He became the PM of India after the 1984 assassination of his mother, then
PM Indira Gandhi.
i. At the age of 41, Rajiv Gandhi became the youngest PM of India and served from 31st October 1984to 2nd
December 1989. He was one of the youngest elected heads of Government in the world.
ii. The Indian government honoured him with Bharat Ratna (posthumously) in 1991.
21. In which year, the Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PMFME)
scheme was launched by the Ministry of Food Processing Industry (MoFPI)?
The centrally sponsored Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PMFME) Scheme was
launched on 29th June, 2020 by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India under the
Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan.
i. The centrally sponsored Pradhan Mantri Formalisation of Micro food processing Enterprises (PMFME)
Scheme, under Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan, has completed two years (2020-2022).
ii. The scheme to be implemented over a period of five years from 2020-21 to 2024-25 with a totaloutlay of
Rupees 10,000 crore.
22. Which state will implement 100% of the syllabus in higher education institutes along thelines of the
National Education Policy in Next academic year?
Answer- 4) Goa
Explanation:
Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant announced that the state will implement 100% of the syllabus in higher education
institutes along the lines of the National Education Policy in Next academic year.
23. In August 2022, US President Joe Biden signed documents endorsing Finland and Sweden’s
accession to NATO alliance. What is
the Capital of Finland?
Answer- 3) Helsinki
Explanation:
The Capital of Finland is Helsinki and the currency of Finland is Euro.
i. US President Joe Biden has signed documents endorsing Finland and Sweden’s accession to NATO
alliance.
ii. Sweden and Finland applied for NATO membership in response to Russia’s military actions in
Ukraine. Moscow has repeatedly warned both countries against joining the alliance.
24. In August 2022, ICAR-National Research Centre on Equines and ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research
Institute developed the Lumpy Skin Disease (LSD) vaccine "Lumpi-ProVacInd" for cattle.
In which city, the ICAR-Indian Veterinary Research Institute is located?
Answer- 5) Izatnagar, Uttar PradeshExplanation:
ICAR-National Research Centre on Equines (ICAR-NRCE), Hisar (Haryana), in collaboration with ICAR- Indian
Veterinary Research Institute (IVRI), Izatnagar, Uttar Pradesh has developed a homologous live-attenuated Lumpy
Skin Disease (LSD) vaccine "Lumpi-ProVacInd" in cattle.
25. On 9th August 2022, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister (CM) Yogi Adityanath debuted “Radio Jaighosh” to
commemorate the anniversary of the Kakori Train Action.
In which year, the Kakori Train Action was committed by the revolutionaries of the Indianindependence
movement against the British Raj?
As part of the celebrations for Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath
debuted “Radio Jaighosh” to commemorate the anniversary of the Kakori Train Action.
i. The Kakori Train Action was a train robbery, committed by the revolutionaries of the Indianindependence
movement against the British Raj on August 9, 1925, in a village called Kakori nearLucknow.
ii. It is renamed because the word 'Kand' refers to the sense of humiliation of the incident duringIndia's
freedom struggle.
26. Singapore recently (in Aug ‘22) declared its iconic green site Padang as its 75th national
monument.
Which of the following freedom fighters gave the slogan of ‘Delhi Chalo’ in July 1943from Padang?
Answer- 1) Subhas Chandra BoseExplanation:
Singapore declared its iconic green site Padang, from where Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose gave the slogan of ‘Delhi
Chalo’ in July 1943, as its 75th national monument as the city-state celebrates its 57th National Day.
i. The Padang, meaning a field in Malay, was distinguished by its public nature, as one of the only fewopen spaces
accessible to the public in the colonial period.
ii. The Padang has special significance for the Indian community in Singapore. It was here that Indian sepoys first
established their camp sites when the British established their outpost on the island.
27. Renuka Singh Thakur related to which sports?

Answer- 3) Cricket
Renuka Singh Thakur is an Indian cricketer who plays for Himachal Pradesh.
i. Recently, Indian pacer Renuka Singh Thakur has stormed to the 18th spot in the ICC Women's T20IRankings for bowlers
after finishing as the top Wicket-taker in the Commonwealth Games 2022. Renuka's 11 wickets have rewarded her with
a top 20 entry for the first time.
28. The Mission Vatsalya Scheme under which ministry?

Answer- 3) Ministry of Women and Child Development
The Mission Vatsalya Scheme under the Ministry of Women and Child Development, is a roadmap to achieve
development and child protection priorities aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). It lays
emphasis on child rights, advocacy and awareness along with strengthening of the juvenile justice care and
protection system with the motto to 'leave no child behind'.
i. The Scheme is implemented as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme in partnership with State Governments and UT
Administrations to support the States and UTs in universalizing access and improving quality of services across the
country.
29. Where is the headquarters of the Convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna
and Flora (CITES)?
Answer- 4) Geneva, SwitzerlandExplanation:
CITES is a convention on International Trade in Endangered Species of Wild Fauna and Flora and headquarters at
Geneva, Switzerland.
30. In which state Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary is located?

Explanation:
Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary is Locally known as Chitrangudi Kanmoli, it is located in Ramanathapuram district in
Tamil Nadu. The wetland has been a protected area since 1989 and declared as a Bird Sanctuary.
i. In August 2022, Chitrangudi Bird Sanctuary from Tamil Nadu, India was added into the Ramsar Sites.
1. In which city, the Ministry of Science & Technology recently (in August ‘22) launched India’s
1st indigenously developed hydrogen fuel cell bus?
Answer- 1) Pune, Maharashtra
Explanation:
Union Minister of State (MoS-Independent Charge) Dr Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science & Technology (MoST)
launched India’s first indigenously developed Hydrogen Fuel Cell Bus in Pune(Maharashtra).
i. It is co-developed by the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR)-National Chemical Laboratory
(NCL), Central Electrochemical Research Institute (CSIR-CECRI), and KPIT Technologies Limited, an Indian
multinational corporation headquartered in Pune, Maharashtra.
ii. This development is inspired by the National Green Hydrogen Mission.
2. In August 2022, the Government of India (GoI) was awarded the Geographical Indication (GI)
tag status to ‘Mithila Makhana’.
The ‘Mithila Makhana’ is the GI-tag of which state?
Answer- 3) Bihar
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) has awarded Mithila Makhana from Bihar a Geographical Indication
(GI) tag, which would enable farmers to get the maximum price for their premium produce.
i. This decision is anticipated to benefit over five lakh farmers in the Mithila region of Bihar.
ii. The GI has been registered under the name of Mithilanchal Makhana Utpadak Sangh, facilitated by Bihar
Agricultural University.
iii. This is the fifth product from Bihar which is awarded the GI Tag including Bhagalpur’s Jardalu
Mango, Katarni Dhaan (rice), Nawada’s Magahi Paan, and Muzaffarpur’s Shahi Litchi.
3. Which of the following organisations jointly launched (in Aug ‘22) the Phase-2 of the Grameen
Udyami Project to Promote Skill Development & Entrepreneurship Among Tribal Youth in Ranchi,
Jharkhand?
1) National Skill Development Corporation
2) Seva Bharti
3) Yuva Vikas Society

Answer- 5) All 1, 2 & 3
The National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), in collaboration with Seva Bharti and Yuva Vikas Society, has
launched the Phase – 2 of the Grameen Udyami Project, which aims to increase skilltraining in tribal communities in order
to promote equitable and sustainable growth.
i. It was launched in Ranchi, Jharkhand, by Union Minister Arjun Munda, Ministry of Tribal Affairs, as a boost to the
Skill India Mission.
ii. Objective: Empower India’s youth with a wide range of skills and practical knowledge that will help
them support themselves.
4. In August 2022, Punjab & Haryana government agreed to name the Chandigarh International Airport after
which of the following freedom fighters?
Answer- 3) Bhagat Singh
Explanation:
Punjab and Haryana agreed to name the Chandigarh International Airport after freedom fighterShaheed Bhagat
Singh for its collective contribution of both states.
i. The Rs 485-crore airport project is a joint venture of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) and thegovernments of
Punjab and Haryana.
ii. Punjab and Haryana have 24.5% share each while the AAI has 51% share.
5. What is the target year that the Government of India (GoI) has set for the eradication ofvisceral
leishmaniasis (VL), popularly known as Kala-azar?
The Government of India (GoI) has set a target to completely eliminate Kala-azar, also known as Visceral
leishmaniasis (VL) by the year 2023. Kala-azar is a neglected tropical disease (NTD) transmitted by the bite of
phlebotomine sandflies and is the deadliest parasitic killer after malaria.
i. The written reply in Lok Sabha by the Ministry of State (MoS) for Health and Family Welfare Dr Bharati Pravin
Pawar mentioned that 625 blocks out of 633 Kala-azar endemic blocks have achieved the elimination target in
2021.
6. Name the organisation that recently (in Aug ‘22) signed an MoU with Space ApplicationsCentre (SAC),
ISRO for Cooperation on Satellite Based Naval Applications in Oceanology & Meteorology.
Answer- 2) Indian Navy
Explanation:
Indian Navy (IN) and Space Applications Centre (SAC), under the aegis of the Indian Space Research Organisation
(ISRO), Ahmedabad, Gujarat, have signed an MoU on data sharing and cooperation onSatellite based Naval Applications
in Oceanology and Meteorology.
i. The MoU was signed by Nilesh M Desai, Distinguished Scientist, Director of SAC and Commodore GRambabu,
Naval Oceanology and Meteorology (NOM).
ii. The MoU also aims to encourage meaningful interactions and professional exchanges between IN and SAC.
7. Which ministry recently (in Aug ‘22) launched the ‘Badhe Chalo’ Campaign under Azadi ka
Amrit Mahotsav to create a youth-centric activation for greater outreach of Amrit Mahotsav?
Answer- 5) Ministry of CultureExplanation:
The Ministry of Culture (MoC) launched the ‘Badhe Chalo’ movement under Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav to create a
youth-centric activation for greater outreach of Amrit Mahotsav.
i. The campaign was held across 10 cities every day from 5th August to 11th August 2022 and theGrand Finale of
the event culminated on 12th August 2022.
ii. The movement witnessed 7 days of Power-packed performances across 70 cities. Badhe Chalofeatured Flash
Dances across 75 cities, at prime locations all over India.
BANKING AND FINANCE
8. Name the organisation that recently (in Aug ‘22) joined the RBI's Account Aggregator (AA)
framework to ease access to financial information.
Answer- 4) Securities and Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) joined the Account Aggregator (AA) framework that will give a
boost to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)-regulated Financial-Data Sharing System.
i. This will allow customers to share information about their mutual fund and stock holdings with financial
service providers.
ii. AA is a type of RBI regulated entity (with an NBFC-AA license) that helps an interested individual tosecurely and
digitally access and share information from one financial institution they have an account with to any other
regulated financial institution in the AA network.
9. According to the RBI recent (as of Aug ‘22) data, the Indians remittances under the
Liberalised Remittance scheme (LRS) increased to _____________________ in Q1 of FY23 from USD 3.67 billionin
Q1FY22.
Answer- 2) USD 6.04 billion
Explanation:
According to the latest Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, remittances by Indians under the Liberalised Remittance
Scheme (LRS) increased 64.75 % to over USD 6.04 billion in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal year 2022-23 (FY23),
up from USD 3.67 billion in Q1FY22.
i. The amount remitted in Q1FY23 is even higher than in Q4FY22, when outward remittances underLRS reached
USD 5.8 billion.
ii. The Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) was launched on February 4, 2004, with an initial ceiling of USD 25,000.
iii. The scheme allows all residents, including minors, to freely remit up to USD 250,000 each fiscalyear for any
permitted current or capital account transaction, or combination of both.
10. Which organisation is set to launch the upgraded version of the Integrated Grievance
Redressal System (IGMS) as' Bima Bharosa’?
Answer- 1) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of IndiaExplanation:
The Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) is set to launch the upgraded version of
Integrated Grievance Redressal System (IGMS), as ‘Bima Bharosa’, an updated version of the grievance redressal
mechanism.
i. The aim of this new version is to file complaints with more efficient options of customers that can befiled in up to 13
regional languages.
ii. Bima Bharosa will be in a time- bound manner for customers and messages will be sent to the
petitioner’s mobile or e-mail ID after the complaint registration.
11. In August 2022, the GoI extended the tenure of Meenesh C Shah, an Executive Director (ED)of the
National Dairy Development Board (NDDB) until _____________________________ _.
Answer- 2) 30th November 2022
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) extended the tenure of Meenesh C Shah, an Executive Director (ED) of the National
Dairy Development Board (NDDB) to hold charge as the Chairman of NDDB for another six months until
November 30, 2022.
i. Maneesh C Shah has been holding the charge as NDDB Chairman since 1st June 2021.
Note- Meenesh C Shah’s tenure extension starts from 1st June 2022 and ends on 30th November 2022
and it was notified by GoI on August 18th 2022.
About National Dairy Development Board (NDDB):
Established- 1965 Headquarters–
Anand, GujaratFounder- Verghese
Kurien
12. Who was recently (in Aug ‘22) nominated to the UN Internet Governance Leadership Panel?
Answer- 4) Alkesh Kumar Sharma
Explanation:
United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres has appointed Alkesh Kumar Sharma, Secretary of the Union
Department of Electronics and Information Technology, to the 10-member Internet Governance Forum (IGF)
Leadership Panel.
i. The members will have a tenure of 2 years, from 2022 to 2023.
ii. Other Members:
 Vint Cerf, an Internet pioneer and Maria Reesa, Nobel Prize-winning journalist were also appointed to
the Panel.
 Maria Reesa, a Filipino-American journalist who had been arrested in her home countryPhilippines.
iii. The Panel was constituted based on recommendations in the UN Secretary-General’s Roadmap for
Digital Cooperation for dealing with strategic and urgent issues on the Internet.
13. Name the personality who was recently (in Aug ‘22) appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Paytm for five years.
nswer- 4) Vijay Shekhar SharmaExplanation:
Paytm has reappointed Vijay Shekhar Sharma as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for
another five years with a significant majority voting of 99.67 percent by the shareholders.
i. He will be designated as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the company and his
remuneration is fixed for the next 3 years without any annual increment.
ii. The voting happened at the 22nd Annual General Meeting (AGM) of One 97 CommunicationsLimited
(OCL), which owns the Paytm brand, held virtually.
iii. This was the first AGM for OCL after it became a publicly listed company in the year 2021.
ENVIRONMENT
14. A new species named ‘Miniopterus phillipsi’ was recently (in Aug ‘22) discovered in India
and Sri Lanka by a group of 13 eminent scientists.
Miniopterus phillipsi is a species of _________________.
Answer- 4) Bat
A new species of bat named Miniopterus phillipsi has been discovered in India and Sri Lanka by ateam of 13
renowned researchers using DNA barcoded specimens.
i. The 13-member team comprised researchers including 6 from Sri Lanka and 1 each from India, Russia,
Switzerland, Hungary, UK, and USA and the team led by Tharaka Kusuminda of University of Rohana in Sri Lanka
named the new species of long-fingered bats as Miniopterus phillipsi.
ii. The species was named after W W A Philips (1892-1981) in recognition of his contributions tostudies on the
mammals of Sri Lanka and South Asia.
iii. The long-fingered bats belong to the family Miniopteridae and are part of a large group comprising at least 40
species worldwide.
15. A new species of ‘bent-toed gecko’ was recently (in Aug ‘22) discovered by a group of
researchers from Agasthyamalai hills.
In which state, Agasthyamalai hills are located?
Explanation:
A group of researchers has discovered a new species of bent-toed gecko from Agasthyamalai hills
(Western Ghats, Tirunelveli District, Tamil Nadu) in the Western Ghats.
i. It was given a common name Aravind’s Ground Gecko after noted malacologist Neelvara Ananthram Aravind. The
scientific name of the species is Cyrtodactylus Aravindi.
ii. The details of the species published in the journal, Vertebrate Zoology.
SPORTS
16. Name the Indian Grandmaster (GM) who recently (in August ‘22) defeated the World No.1 Magnus
Carlsen and became runner-up in the FTX Crypto Cup 2022 held in Florida, United States (US).
Answer- 1) R Praggnanandhaa
Indian Grandmaster (GM) R Praggnanandhaa (Praggnanandhaa Rameshbabu) defeated the World No.1 Magnus
Carlsen of Norway in the final round of FTX Crypto Cup 2022 held in the Eden RocMiami Beach, Miami, Florida,
United States of America(USA).
 Despite the win, he finished the tournament securing the runner-up spot.
i. The FTX Crypto Cup, the 6th event in the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour took place August 15-21,2022 on
chess24.
ii. However Magnus Carlsen won the event on the basis of a higher score with 16 match points and R
Praggnanandhaa secured second position, scoring 15 match points.
17. Name the personality who recently (in Aug ‘22) became the first Indian to play in the Union of European
Football Association (UEFA) Women’s Championship League.
nswer- 3) Manisha Kalyan
Explanation:
Indian Football striker Manisha Kalyan from Hoshiarpur, Punjab, has become the first Indian toplay in the Union
of European Football Association (UEFA) Women’s Championship League by making her debut for Apollon Ladies
FC in the European Club competition in Engomi, Cyprus.
i. Manisha Kalyan, the 4th Indian woman footballer to sign for an overseas club.
OBITUARY
18. Syed Sibtey Razi recently (in Aug ‘22) passed away. He is the former Governor of which of
the following states?
1) Jharkhand
2) Assam
Answer- 4) Both 1 & 2
Explanation:
Senior Indian National Congress (INC) leader and former Governor of Jharkhand & Assam, SyedSibtey Razi passed
away in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh(UP).
i. He served as the Governor of Jharkhand from the year 2004- 2009 and as the Governor of Assam
in 2009.
ii. Syed Sibte Razi was elected thrice as a member of Rajya Sabha from congress. He has also served asa Member of
the Legislative Council(MLC) from congress for several times.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
19. Who authored the book, “Sing, Dance, and Pray: The Inspirational Story of SrilaPrabhupada
Founder-Acharya of ISKCON”?
Answer- 3) Hindol Sengupta
On 24th July 2022, Vice President (VP) of India, Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu, unveiled the book titled “Sing,
Dance, and Pray: The Inspirational Story of Srila Prabhupada Founder-Acharya of ISKCON”, on the International
Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) founder, Abhay Charanaravinda Bhaktivedanta Swami (Srila
Prabhupada).
i. The book authored by historian Dr Hindol Sengupta is a biography of Abhay Charanaravinda
Bhaktivedanta Swami (Srila Prabhupada) founder of the ISKCON.
ii. The book is published by India Penguin Ananda imprint of Penguin Random House India (PRHI). Note- As of July
2022, VP of India is Muppavarapu Venkaiah Naidu, Jagdeep Dhankhar became Vice President of India on 11th
August 2022.
IMPORTANT DAYS
20. When was the 5th International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism
2022 observed across the globe with the theme of “Memories”?
Answer- 5) 21st August 2022
Explanation:
The 5th International Day of Remembrance Of and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2022 was observed across
the globe by the United Nations (UN) on 21st August 2022 to honour the survivorsof terrorism and also pay tribute
to the victims of terrorism.
i. The Theme of International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism 2022 is
“Memories”.
ii. The first International day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims of Terrorism was observedon 21st August
2018.
21. The International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence based on Religion or Belief 2022
was observed on _________________________________.
Answer- 1) 22nd August 2022
An International Day Commemorating the Victims of Acts of Violence based on Religion or Belief 2022 was observed
on 22nd August 2022, which was adopted at 73rd United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in 2019.
i. The day was proposed by Poland.
ii. The Day comes right after the International Day of Remembrance and Tribute to the Victims ofTerrorism, 21
August.
22. When was World Senior Citizens Day 2022 celebrated across the globe?
Answer- 4) 21st August 2022
Explanation:
World Senior Citizens Day 2022 was celebrated across the globe on 21st August 2022 to acknowledge the
contributions of elderly people in human society and honour them.
i. The day also recognises the senior citizens’ contributions in advancing the world by working asprofessionals and
entrepreneurs throughout the course of their life.
CA STATIC GK
23. For how many years the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag status was valid in India?
Answer- 3) 10 years
Explanation:
Geographical Indication (GI) Tag:
i. A GI is primarily a product that comes from a specific geographical location, whether it be a manufactured
product (handicrafts and industrial goods), a natural product, or an agricultural product.
ii. After a product receives a GI tag, no individual or company may sell a similar item under that name.This tag is valid
for 10 years; after which it can be renewed.
24. In which state/UT, India will host the International Dairy Federation (IDF) World Dairy Summit
2022 in September 2022?
Answer- 1) Delhi
Explanation:
India will host the world’s biggest dairy conference, International Dairy Federation (IDF) World Dairy Summit
2022 in New Delhi, Delhi during September 12-15, 2022.
i. Theme- “Dairy for Nutrition and Livelihood.”
25. On 23rd August 2022, Google paid special tributes to Anna Mani, with a doodle on her104th birth
anniversary.
Who is Anna Mani?
Answer- 2) Scientists
Explanation:
Google has paid special tributes to one of India's first female scientists, Anna Mani, with a doodle onher 104th birth
anniversary on 23rd August 2022.
i. Anna Modayil Mani was born in 1918, was a physicist and meteorologist from Kerala and Died on 16August 2001,
Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
ii. After her graduation (B.Sc honors in physics and chemistry ), she worked with the Nobel laureate, Professor C.V
Raman, and researched on the optical properties of ruby and diamond.
iii. She also served as former deputy director general of the Indian Meteorological Department.
26. The Ministry of Civil Aviation recently (in Aug ‘22) announced that Kolhapur Airport will get a new
terminal building with enhanced capacity & world-class facilities by March 2023. In which state Kolhapur
Airport is located?
Answer- 4) Maharashtra
The Ministry of Civil Aviation has announced that Kolhapur Airport, Kolhapur, Maharashtra, will get a new terminal
building with enhanced capacity and world-class facilities by March2023.
ii. The tremendous passenger traffic growth at the Kolhapur airport, the Airports Authority of India has undertaken
the work for developing the airport for enhanced capacity.
27. According to data released by the Ministry of Mines, Mineral production in India rose by 7.5% in June
2022 as compared with the production level of the corresponding month of 2021.Who is the current (as of
Aug ‘22) minister of the Ministry of Mines?
Answer- 3) Pralhad Joshi
Pralhad Joshi is the union minister of Mines.
i. Mineral production in India rose by 7.5 per cent in June 2022 as compared with the production levelof the
corresponding month of the last year, as per the government data released by the Ministry of Mines.
ii. The index of mineral production of the mining and quarrying sector for the month of June 2022(Base: 2011-
12=100) at 113.4, was 7.5 per cent higher as compared to the level in the month of June2021.
28. In August 2022, Leopard died after water entered the low-lying areas of the Tata Steel Zoological
Park.
The Tata Steel Zoological Park is located in which state?
Answer- 2) Jharkhand
Explanation:
A 17-year-old male leopard died after water entered the low-lying areas of the Tata Steel Zoological Park, especially
the area near the leopard enclosure, due to incessant rains in Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
29. National Council of Teachers Education (NCTE) celebrated its ____________________ Foundation Day in New
Delhi on 17th August 2022.
Answer- 5) 28thExplanation:
National Council of Teachers Education (NCTE) celebrated its 28th Foundation Day in New Delhi on
17th August 2022.
i. Additional secretary, ministry of education LS Changsan was the guest of honour on the occasion. NCTE
chairperson Dinesh Prasad Saklani, NCTE member-secretary Kesang Sherpa and senior officials of the ministry of
education attended the event.
30. In which state/UT Shallbugh Wetland Conservation Reserve is located?

Answer- 3) Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation:
Shallbugh Wetland Conservation Reserve is located in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir. It has extensive reedbeds of
Phragmites communis and Typha angustata, and rich growth of Nymphaea candida and N. stellata on open water. The
wetland is important for the recharge of aquifers.
i. In August 2022, Shallbugh Wetland Conservation Reserve from Jammu & Kashmir, India was added into the Ramsar
Sites.

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