Featured Post

9th August 2016 Current Affairs Questions and Answers

9th August 2016 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions : Current Affairs for August 2016 ,  Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for In...

29, 30, 31 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

29, 30, 31 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 29, 30, 31 july 2017 :
Who wins Division B of FIBA Women's Asia Cup 2017?
A. India
B. Kazakhstan
C. USA
D. Iran
Answer: A
Explanation: Indian women's basketball team defeated Kazakhstan 75-73 in a thrilling contest of the of FIBA Asia Cup 2017 held at Sree Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru. In the Division B Final on 29th july between two undefeated league teams, India and Kazakhstan, it was the home team that came out victorious. .....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which defence agency develops India's first unmanned tank 'Muntra'?
A. BEML
B. BHEL
C. DRDO
D. ISRO
Answer: C
Explanation: Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has developed India's first unmanned tank, which has three variants – surveillance, mine detection and reconnaissance in areas with nuclear and bio threats......Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK


Who is declared as interim Pakistan Prime Minister?
A. Imran Khan
B. Shahid Khaqan Abbasi
C. Maryam Nawaz
D. Asma Nawaz Sharif
Answer: B
Explanation: The ruling Pakistan Muslim League has selected Minister for Petroleum and Natural Resources, Shahid Khaqan Abbasi to be the interim prime minister of Pakistan. .....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

12th Slum Yuva Daud on 30th July held in which City?
A. Mumbai
B. Jaipur
C. Varanashi
D. New Delhi
Answer: D
Explanation: MoS Youth Affairs and Sports Vijay Goel on 30th July flagged off The 12th and the final Slum Yuva Daud in Karol Bagh, Delhi with participation of around 6000 youngsters. The participants were encouraged by Union Steel Minister Chaudhary Birender Singh and Olympian wrestler Sushil Kumar. .....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Nawaz Sharif resigns

Pakistan Supreme Court disqualified Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif from holding public office on 28th July 2017. In a landmark judgment, a five Judge bench unanimously ruled to register a case against Sharif and ordered sending a reference against him and his family to an accountability court.  The judges ruled that the Prime Minister had been dishonest to parliament and the courts, and could not be deemed fit for his office. The court also ordered the National Accountability Bureau to file the reference in an accountability court in six weeks and for the case to be wrapped up within six months. 
The reference will also be filed against Finance Minister Ishaq Dar and Captain (Retd.) Muhammad Safdar, Shairf's son-in-law. The Election Commission of Pakistan was also ordered to issue the notification declaring the prime minister's disqualification. This is the third time the prime minister has been unable to complete his term in the chief executive's office. Speaking to media, Attorney General, Ashtar Ausaf Ali said the prime minister has been disqualified for life and he will not be able to contest elections again.  The scandal surfaced when the Panama Papers leaks last year revealed that Sharif's sons, Hassan Nawaz and Hussain Nawaz and his daughter Maryam owned offshore companies which managed their family's properties. Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif has resigned from his post following the verdict of the Supreme Court. 

27, 28 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

27, 28 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 27, 28 july 2017 :
Nitish Kumar takes Oath as Bihar CM on 27th July for ------- Time?
A. 2nd
B. 4th
C. 5th
D. 6th
Answer: D
Explanation: Less than a day after resigning as Bihar chief minister, Nitish Kumar took oath as the head of the government that would include BJP and its allies on 27th July 2017. BJP's Sushil Modi will be his deputy. Earlier, Lalu Prasad Yadav's Rashtriya Janata Dal (RJD) hit the streets across Bihar in protest against Nitish Kumar's decision to dump Mahagathbandhan for the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

N. Dharam Singh dies on 27th July. He was former CM of which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Karnataka
C. Punjab
D. Kerala
Answer: B
Explanation: N. Dharam Singh, former Chief Minister of Karnataka, passed away at a private hospital in Bengaluru on 27th July 2017 morning after a heart attack. He was 80. Mr. Singh was the 17th Chief Minister. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

PM Modi inaugurates APJ Abdul Kalam's memorial at which Place?
A. Delhi
B. Bangaluru
C. Rameswaram
D. Kochin
Answer: C
Explanation: Prime Minister, Narendra Modi on 27th July inaugurated the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam memorial at Rameswaram. He unveiled a statue of Dr. Kalam, and offered floral tributes at Kalam Sthal.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Prime Minister of which country resigns after Supreme Court order to disqualify him on 28th July 2017?
A. China
B. Pakistan
C. Srilanka
D. England
Answer: B

Explanation: Pakistan Supreme Court disqualified Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif from holding public office on 28th July 2017. In a landmark judgment, a five Judge bench unanimously ruled to register a case against Sharif and ordered sending a reference against him and his family to an accountability court.  The judges ruled that the Prime Minister had been dishonest to parliament and the courts, and could not be deemed fit for his office.....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

PM Modi inaugurates APJ Abdul Kalam's memorial at Rameswaram

Prime Minister, Narendra Modi on 27th July inaugurated the Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam memorial at Rameswaram. He unveiled a statue of Dr. Kalam, and offered floral tributes at Kalam Sthal. The Prime Minister also briefly interacted with the family members of Dr. Kalam. Prime Minister flagged off the Kalam Sandesh Vahini, an exhibition bus which shall travel across various States of the country and reach Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on October 15, which marks the birth anniversary of the former President. 
He said Dr. Kalam reflected the simplicity, depth and calmness of Rameswaram. The memorial for Dr. Kalam showcases his life and times in a remarkable manner, the Prime Minister said. He dedicated Dr Kalam Memorial at Rameswaram this morning in presence of Tamil Nadu Governor Vidyasagar Rao, chief minister Edapadi K Palaniswamy, Central and State Ministers and other dignitaries.

Nitish Kumar resigns as Bihar CM

Nitish Kumar resigns as Chief Minister (CM) of Bihar on 26th July 2017, ending the two-year-long political experiment that was branded as a game-changing Maha-gathbandhan or Grand Alliance which included his party, Lalu Yadav and the Congress. This evening, Mr Kumar met with Bihar Governor Keshari Nath Tripathi to deliver his resignation. 
His stunning move came after Lalu Yadav reiterated earlier today that his son, Tejashwi, would not quit as No 2 in the government despite being caught in a corruption scandal. Nitish Kumar then met with law-makers from his party, the Janata Dal United or JDU, and told them that he would return from the Governor's home to inform them of what lies ahead.

25, 26 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

25, 26 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 25, 26 july 2017 :
Shri Yash Pal passed away on 25th July. He was associated with which field?
A. Education
B. Sports
C. Politics
D. All of above
Answer: A
Explanation: Renowned space scientist and Padma Vibhushan awardee Professor Yash Pal passed away at his residence in Noida on 25th July 2017. He was 90. Professor Yash Pal pioneered the first cable and satellite television broadcast for the world in the 1970's.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which country recently commissioned most expensive aircraft carrier in the world?
A. China
B. India
C. USA
D. Japan
Answer: C
Explanation: USS Gerald Ford is the name of the next-generation naval aircraft carrier that cost $12.9 billion and is the most expensive naval carrier till date. It was commissioned into the US Navy by President Donald Trump at Naval Station Norfolk, Virginia on 22 July 2017.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Ram Nath Kovind is sworn in as ---- 14th President of India on 25th July?
A. 13th
B. 14th
C. 17th
D. 15th
Answer: B
Explanation: Ram Nath Kovind has taken oath as the 14th President of India on 25th July 2017. The former Governor of Bihar had won the presidential election last week receiving over 7 lakh votes and defeating Opposition candidate Meira Kumar.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which state made Singing of Vande Mataram mandatory?
A. Rajasthan
B. Punjab
C. Gujarat
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: D
Explanation: Madras High Court on 15th July made singing of the national song Vande Mataram mandatory in schools across Tamil Nadu, at least twice a week.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

India has recently signed pact which country to connect both the countries by waterways?
A. China
B. Pakistan
C. Myanmar
D. Bangladesh
Answer: D
Explanation: India and Bangladesh have signed a pact to connect both the countries by waterways. The waterways will facilitate movement of passengers and goods between India’s northeast and West Bengal with Bangladesh.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who resign as Bihar CM on 26th July 2017?
A. Tejasvi Yadav
B. Giriraj Singh
C. Nitish Kumar
D. Lalu prasad yadav
Answer: C

Explanation: Nitish Kumar resigns as Chief Minister of Bihar on 26th July 2017, ending the two-year-long political experiment that was branded as a game-changing Maha-gathbandhan or Grand Alliance which included his party, Lalu Yadav and the Congress.  ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK


23, 24 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

23, 24 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 23, 24 july 2017 :
Brenda Marjorie Hale has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court in which Country?
A. Japan
B. USA
C. UK
D. UAE
Answer: C
Explanation: Brenda Marjorie Hale, the senior-most judge of United Kngdom (UK) has been appointed as the first female President of the Supreme Court (SC). She will take charge as the head of Britain’s top judging panel in September following the retirement of current President, Lord Neuberger. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

HS Prannoy is associated with which sports?
A. Cricket
B. Tennis
C. Badminton
D. Wrestling
Answer: C
Indian Shuttler H S Prannoy has won the US Open Grand Prix Gold badminton tournament title defeating his compatriot Parupalli Kashyap on 23rd July 2017. Prannoy beat Kashyap 21-15, 20-22, 21-12. Prannoy had found place in the final defeating Vietnam's Tien Minh Nguyen while Kashyap overcame Korean Kwang Hee Heo in the semi-finals. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which state government joined hands with the centre to revive the River Saraswati?
A. Rajasthan
B. Punjab
C. Bihar
D. Haryana
Answer: D
Explanation: Centre and the Government of Haryana joined hands on 20th July 2017 to revive the long lost River Saraswati and provide water to the drought-prone areas of India.....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on 24th July suspends 6 MPs of which party?
A. BJP
B. Shiv Sena
C. Congress
D. Samajwadi Party
Answer: C
Lok Sabha Speaker Sumitra Mahajan on 24th July suspended Congress MPs Gaurav Gogoi, Sushmita Dev, Ranjeet Ranjan, Adhir Choudhary, K Suresh and M K Raghavan for five days for disrupting the proceedings of the House. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Udupi Ramachandra Rao passes away on 24th July. He was associated with which field?
A. Medical
B. Space
C. Sports
D. Politics
Answer: B
Explanation: Eminent space scientist and former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Udupi Ramachandra Rao passed away in Bengaluru on 24th July 2017 due to age related ailments. He was 85.....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Sachin Siwach is associated with which sports?
A. Wrestling
B. Golf
C. Boxing
D. Cricket
Answer: C
In Commonwealth Youth Games, world youth champion Sachin Siwach was the lone Indian boxer to clinch a gold medal in Bahamas. Siwach, who won a world youth gold last year, defeated Welsh boxer James Nathan Probert 4-1 in the final to claim the gold in the light flyweight (49kg) category on 24th July 2017. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Udupi Ramachandra Rao passes away

Eminent space scientist and former Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) Chairman Udupi Ramachandra Rao passed away in Bengaluru on 24th July 2017 due to age related ailments. He was 85. Rao is survived by his wife, a son and a daughter. 
Born in Adamaru area of Karnataka’s Udupi district, Rao was involved in all ISRO missions till date in one capacity or the other.  He is credited on account of contributions to the development of space technology in India and its extensive application to communications and remote sensing of natural resources. Rao served as the chairman of ISRO for 10 years from 1984 to 1994. Rao was awarded the Padma Bhushan in 1976 and the Padma Vibhushan in 2017 for his contribution to Indian space technology.

21, 22 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

21, 22 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 21, 22 july 2017 :
Harmanpreet Kaur is associated with which sports?
A. Wrestling
B. Hockey
C. Boxing
D. Cricket
Answer: D
Explanation: Harmanpreet Kaur, the Indian vice-captain, smashed a career-best magical 171 off 115 balls, leaving the Australian bowlers in a daze and helping India post an imposing total of 281/4 in a reduced match of 42 overs a side due to inclement weather. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana is for --- ?
A. Woman Only
B. Child below 5 years
C. Senior Citizen
D. None of above
Answer: C
Explanation: Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has formally launched the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY), or a pension scheme, for senior citizens on 21st July 2017. Speaking after the launch of PMVVY, Mr Jaitley said that settlement ratio of LIC (Life Insurance Corporation of India) is near to the maximum. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

The 1817 Paika rebellion was held in which Indian state?
A. Kerala
B. Rajasthan
C. Odisha
D. Assam
Answer: C
Explanation: The 1817 Paika rebellion (Paika Bidroh) was an armed rebellion against the British East India Company’s rule in Odisha under the leadership of Bakshi Jagabandhu. The rebellion quickly spread across most of Odisha before being ruthlessly put down by the company’s forces.....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is appointed as Secretary to the President Ram Nath Kovind?
A. Sandeep Choudhary
B. Ashok Malik
C. Bharat Lal
D. Sanjay Kothari
Answer: D
Explanation: Former Secretary, Department of Personnel and Training (DoPT), Sanjay Kothari has been appointed as Secretary to the newly elected President Ram Nath Kovind on 22nd July 2017. ....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY)

Finance Minister Arun Jaitley has formally launched the Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY), or a pension scheme, for senior citizens on 21st July 2017. Speaking after the launch of PMVVY, Mr Jaitley said that settlement ratio of LIC (Life Insurance Corporation of India) is near to the maximum. Prime Minister Narendra Modi had earlier announced the launch of the scheme exclusively for the senior citizens aged 60 years and above.

Pradhan Mantri Vaya Vandana Yojana (PMVVY): 

  • LIC started offering the scheme from May 4, 2017.
  • Under this scheme, senior citizens (60 years and above) in which they will get a guaranteed interest of 8% for 10 years. The scheme will remain open till May 3, 2018.
  • The scheme is exempted from GST or goods and services tax. LIC has sold 58,152 PMVVY schemes garnering Rs. 2,705 crore since its soft launch on May 4.
  • The shortfall owing to the difference between the interest guaranteed and the actual interest earned and the expenses relating to administration shall be subsidised by the government of India and reimbursed to the LIC.
  • PMVVY can be purchased offline as well as online through Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India which has been given the sole privilege to operate this scheme.
  • The pension is payable at the end of each period, during the policy term of 10 years, as per the frequency of monthly/ quarterly/ half-yearly/ yearly as chosen by the pensioner at the time of purchase.
  • On survival of the pensioner to the end of the policy term of 10 years, purchase price along with final pension instalment shall be payable.
  • The scheme also allows for premature exit for the treatment of any critical/ terminal illness of self or spouse. On such premature exit, 98 per cent of the purchase price shall be refunded.
  • On death of the pensioner during the policy term of 10 years, the purchase price shall be paid to the beneficiary.

Ram Nath Kovind is 14th President of India

Ram Nath Kovind was on 20th July 2017 elected as India’s 14th President. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominee received an overwhelming majority of votes from the country’s lawmakers. Mr. Kovind defeated Opposition candidate and former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar, garnering more than 65 per cent of the votes in the Electoral College, the Returning Officer for the presidential election Anoop Mishra announced.
The 71-year-old former Governor of Bihar, who will be the second Dalit to hold the top constitutional position, received 2930 votes with a value of 702044, Mr. Mishra said. Mr. Kovind will be the first BJP member to be elected President. Ms. Kumar, also a Dalit, polled 1844 votes with a value of 367314. The Electoral College comprises Members of Parliament and members of Legislative Assemblies of all the States.

19, 20 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

19, 20 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 19, 20 july 2017 :
Who is appointed New Bowling coach of Indian Cricket team?
A. Zaheer Khan
B. Bharat Arun
C. Sanjay Bangar
D. Anil Kumble
Answer: B
Explanation: Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has appointed Bharat Arun as the Indian Cricket team’s bowling coach. BCCI’s acting Secretary Amitabh Chaudhary announced that the cricket body has also decided to retain Sanjay Bangar as an assistant coach and R Sridhar as fielding coach till the 2019 ODI World Cup. The decision has left a lot of people puzzled thinking why Arun who has picked just 1 wicket in 4 ODI matches was preferred over someone like Zaheer, who was not just India’s but also one of the world’s finest fast-bowler.  ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Nar Bahadur Bhandari, who passed away recently, was former CM of which state?
A. Nagaland
B. Kerala
C. Arunachal Pradesh
D. Sikkim
Answer: D
Explanation: Nar Bahadur Bhandari (76), the former Chief Minister of Sikkim, has passed away in New Delhi on July 16, 2017. He was the founder leader of Sikkim Sangram Parishad, who governed Sikkim from 1979 to 1994. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is appointed new I&B minister?
A. Narendra Singh Tomar
B. Smriti Irani
C. Kiran Kher
D. Subhash Chandra
Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi gave the Information and Broadcasting portfolio to Smriti Irani. The Urban Development Ministry, which was also being handled by Naidu, has been given to Narendra Singh Tomar. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is appointed as New Nagaland chief minister?
A. PK Chamling
B. Shurhozelie Liezietsu
C. TR Zeliang
D. Biren Singh
Answer: C
Explanation: TR Zeliang was appointed the new chief minister of Nagaland by Governor PB Acharya after Chief Minister Shurhozelie Liezietsu and his supporters failed to turn up in the Assembly for the floor test on 19th July 2017. Following this, the House was adjourned sine die....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Ram Nath Kovind is ---- President of India?
A. 16th
B. 14th
C. 19th
D. 15th
Answer: B

Explanation: Ram Nath Kovind was on 20th July 2017 elected as India’s 14th President. The National Democratic Alliance (NDA) nominee received an overwhelming majority of votes from the country’s lawmakers. Mr. Kovind defeated Opposition candidate and former Lok Sabha Speaker Meira Kumar, garnering more than 65 per cent of the votes....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

TR Zeliang appointed as New Nagaland chief minister

TR Zeliang was appointed the new chief minister of Nagaland by Governor PB Acharya after Chief Minister Shurhozelie Liezietsu and his supporters failed to turn up in the Assembly for the floor test on 19th July 2017. Following this, the House was adjourned sine die. Nagaland governor has asked Zeliang to prove his majority on the floor of the House on or before 22 July.
Governor P B Acharya had yesterday directed Speaker Imtiwapang to summon an emergent special session of the assembly at 9.30 am for the chief minister, who is facing a rebellion from MLAs of his party Nagaland Peoples Front (NPF), to seek confidence vote.

17, 18 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

17, 18 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 17, 18 july 2017 :
Who will be new Chief Justice of Nepal?
A. Gopal Prasad Parajuli
B. Kalyan Shrestha
C. Khil Raj Regmi
D. None of above
Answer: A
Explanation: Justice Gopal Prasad Parajuli will be the new Chief Justice of Nepal. The Parliamentary Hearing Special Committee (PHSC) unanimously endorsed Justice Parajuli’s name for the post of Chief Justice of Supreme Court. After endorsement by PHSC the President will now appoint him as the Chief Justice....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which country recently renames part of South China Sea as North Natuna Sea?
A. India
B. Japan
C. Indonesia
D. USA
Answer: C
Explanation: Indonesia has renamed part of the South China Sea as it will now refer to the northern areas of its exclusive economic zone in the sea as the "North Natuna Sea. The part of the renamed area falls in China’s “nine-dash line” waters extending hundreds of miles to the south and east of China’s island province Hainan....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Sundar Singh, who has won gold at the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships, is associated with which sports?
A. Boxing
B. Wrestling
C. Steeple Chase
D. Javelin throw
Answer: D
Explanation: Sundar Singh Gurjar from India has won gold in the men’s javelin throw with a personal best of 60.36 metre at the 2017 World Para Athletics Championships in London, United Kingdom (UK). Sri Lanka’s Dinesh Priyantha Herath came second with 57.93 metre, while defending champion Guo Chunliang of China was third with a season’s best 56.14 metre....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which movie wins best film award in IIFA 2017?
A. Udta Punjab
B. Neerja
C. Sultan
D. Bahubali-1
Answer: B
Explanation: The 18th edition of the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA 2017) was held in New York. Sonam Kapoor’s film Neerja won the best film award. Actor Shahid Kapoor earned the Best Actor award for his role in Udta Punjab, while Alia Bhatt won the Best Actor (Female) award for the same film. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is declared NDA's vice-presidential candidate on 17th July?
A. Arun Jaitley
B. LK Adwani
C. Venkaiah Naidu
D. Sharad Panwar
Answer: C
Explanation: Senior BJP leader and Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu will be the NDA candidate for the post of Vice President. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK


Venkaiah Naidu declared NDA's vice-presidential candidate

Senior BJP leader and Union Minister M Venkaiah Naidu will be the NDA candidate for the post of Vice President. The announcement was made by BJP President Amit Shah in New Delhi on 17th July 2017 after the Party Parliamentary Board meeting. He said, the decision was taken unanimously by the board. Mr Shah said, the name of Mr Naidu was earlier discussed with the NDA allies and is supported by them. Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Party President Amit Shah, Union Ministers Arun Jaitley, Nitin Gadkari, Sushma Swaraj, Venkaiah Naidu, J P Nadda, Thawar Chand Gehlot and Ananth Kumar were present in the meeting.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi said, M Venkaiak Naidu is a fit candidate for the office of Vice President. After the announcement of the candidature of Mr Naidu, the Prime Minister in a series of tweet said, he knows Mr Naidu for years and has always admired his hard work and tenacity. He said, Mr Naidu, a farmer’s son, brings years of experience in public life and is admired across the political spectrum. Mr Modi said, the years of Parliamentary experience Mr Naidu has, will help him discharge the important role of Rajya Sabha Chairperson. Mr Naidu has been the National President of the Party from 2002 to 2004. He was elected to Rajya Sabha from Karnataka in 1998 and was re-elected to the house in 2004, 2010and 2016. Mr Naidu, by profession, Agriculturist, Political and Social worker has been associated with Politics from his college days in Nellore district of Andhra Pradesh.

Indonesia renames part of South China Sea as "North Natuna Sea"

Indonesia has renamed part of the South China Sea as it will now refer to the northern areas of its exclusive economic zone in the sea as the "North Natuna Sea. The part of the renamed area falls in China’s “nine-dash line” waters extending hundreds of miles to the south and east of China’s island province Hainan.  China claims the entirety of the sea, but Vietnam, Taiwan, the Philippines, Brunei and Malaysia all have competing territorial claims to parts that are near their respective shores. In recent years, China has invested heavily in building and militarizing artificial islands in the South China Sea.
Indonesia insists it is a non-claimant state in the South China Sea dispute but has clashed with China over fishing rights around the Natuna Islands, detaining Chinese fishermen and expanding its military presence in the area over the past 18 months. Unveiling the new official map, the Deputy of Maritime Sovereignty at the Ministry of Maritime Affairs, Arif Havas Oegroseno, noted the northern side of its exclusive economic zone was the site of oil and gas activity. "We want to update the naming of the sea, we gave a new name in line with the usual practice: the North Natuna Sea," he told reporters. In Beijing, Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang said he did not know anything about the details of the issue, but said the name South China Sea had broad international recognition and clear geographic limits.

IIFA Awards 2017 winners

IIFA Awards 2017 Winners: 18th edition of the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2017 was held in New York. Sonam Kapoor’s film Neerja won the best film award. Actor Shahid Kapoor earned the Best Actor award for his role in Udta Punjab, while Alia Bhatt won the Best Actor (Female) award for the same film.
IIFA Awards 2017 winners List:

  • Best Film- Neerja
  • Best Director- AnirudhRoy Chaudhary for Pink
  • Best Actor (Male)- Shahid Kapoor for Udta Punjab
  • Best Actor (Female)- Alia Bhatt for Udta Punjab
  • Best Actor in Supporting Role (Female)- Shabana Azmi for Neerja
  • Best Actor in Supporting Role (Male)- Anupam Kher for MS Dhoni: The Untold Story
  • Best Debutant (Female): Disha Patani for M.S. Dhoni: The Untold Story
  • Best Debut (Male)- Diljit Dosanjh for Udta Punjab
  • Best Lyricist- Amitabh Bhattacharya for the song Channa Mere Ya from Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
  • Best Playback Singer (Male)- Amit Mishra for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
  • Best Playback Singer (Female)- Kanika Kapoor for Udta Punjab and Tulsi Kumar for Airlift
  • Best Music Direction- Pritam for Ae Dil Hai Mushkil
  • Best Actor In Comic Role- Varun Dhawan for Dishoom
  • Myntra Style Icon Award- Alia Bhatt
  • IIFA Woman Of The Year- Tapsee Pannu

Lilly Singh appointed UNICEF’s Global Goodwill Ambassador

UNICEF on 15th July appointed Indian-origin Canadian YouTube star Lilly Singh as its newest Global Goodwill Ambassador at a special event here. Lilly was in the capital to support UNICEF’s Youth4Change initiative, a programme for youth that brings them together to support their peers and communities in taking action on issues such as health, hygiene, child labour and gender equality.
“I’m honoured to join UNICEF as a Goodwill Ambassador and to use my voice to support its mission of reaching every child. It’s time to stand for what your kids want and not society,” Lilly said. The YouTuber, famous as ‘Superwoman’, said she would come up with few videos in Hindi and would try to put Hindi subtitles in her English videos to increase the reach of her vlogs and channel. As the UNICEF ambassador Lilly, who has 11.9 around million subscribers on the video sharing website, will use her channel to showcase the organisation’s work and urge millions of her followers to work for children’s rights.

Garbine Muguruza wins Wimbledon Women's Single tile 2017

Garbine Muguruza beat American tennis veteran Venus Williams 7-5, 6-0 in the women's singles final of Wimbledon on 15th July 2017. It was 23-year-old Muguruza's first Wimbledon title and second Grand Slam title -- the first was in French Open 2016. Muguruza, playing in just her fourth Wimbledon, reached the final two years ago as a virtually unknown player and was beaten in straight sets by Venus' sister Serena. She also became the first Spaniard to lift the women's trophy following her compatriot Conchita Martinez's win 23 years ago.

15, 16 July 2017 Current Affairs Quiz, MCQs

15, 16 July 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for July 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

Download "INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK  

Current Affairs Questions on 15, 16 july 2017 :
Who is appointed UNICEF’s Global Goodwill Ambassador on 15th July 2017?
A. Mona Singh
B. Aishwarya Dhanush
C. Lilly Singh
D. Anushka Sharma
Answer: C
Explanation: UNICEF on 15th July appointed Indian-origin Canadian YouTube star Lilly Singh as its newest Global Goodwill Ambassador at a special event here. Lilly was in the capital to support UNICEF’s Youth4Change initiative, a programme for youth that brings them together to support their peers and communities in taking action on issues such as health, hygiene, child labour and gender equality....Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is the author of the book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend”?
A. Anupam Kher
B. Sanjay Mathur
C. Bindeshwar Pathak
D. Amritya Sen
Answer: C
Explanation: The book “Narendra Modi: The Making of a Legend” has been authored by Bindeshwar Pathak, the Sulabh International founder and a Padma Bhushan recipient. The book is recently launched by RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat in New Delhi. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who wins Wimbledon Women's Single tile 2017?
A. Serena Williams
B. Garbine Muguruza
C. Serena Williams
D. Johanna Konta
Answer: B
Explanation: Garbine Muguruza beat American tennis veteran Venus Williams 7-5, 6-0 in the women's singles final of Wimbledon on 15th July 2017. It was 23-year-old Muguruza's first Wimbledon title and second Grand Slam title -- the first was in French Open 2016. ...Check Detail Explanation at INDIA GK" App: tinyurl.com/IndiaGK