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| 2101. |
Which state signs MoU with NSDC for setting up World-Class Skill Development Institute? |
| Answer» Goa's Directorate of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (DSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) for setting up an Institute to provide Advanced Skills Training. Union Minister for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship Mahendra Nath Pandey and Goa Skill Development Minister Vishwajit Rane were present for the ceremony to sign the MoU through a webcast. | |
| 2102. |
Which state Observed its Patriots' day 2020 on August 13? |
| Answer» Patriots' day is observed annually on August 13 in Manipur. The Patriots' Day 2020 was observed to commemorate the 1891 Anglo-Manipuri war during which many Manipuris sacrificed their lives to safeguard the independence of the State. | |
| 2103. |
Which state Signed a First of its Kind Tripartite MoU with GIZ India and Siemens Limited to Provide German Vocational Training in ITIs? |
| Answer» On 13th August 2020, Government of Goa signed a tripartite memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Siemens Limited and Deutsche Gesellschaft fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) India to provide world class German dual vocational education and training in Goa's Industrial Training Institutes(ITIs). | |
| 2104. |
Moira bananas, Harmal Chillies, Khaje gets GI tag belongs to which state? |
| Answer» The Geographical Indications Registry headquartered in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) granted Geographical Indications(GI) to Goa's Harmal Chillies which are grown only in Harmal village and adjacent areas of Pernem taluka(specifically in the coastal village of Arambol), Moira bananas, an unique banana grown in Moira village of Bardez taluka & Bicholim Taluka and Khaje, the traditional state sweet. | |
| 2105. |
Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi in which year honoured Chunakkara Ramankutty with "Guru Shreshta Award"? |
| Answer» Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi in 2015 honoured Chunakkara Ramankutty with "Guru Shreshta Award". On 12th August 2020, Veteran malayalam poet, lyricist and drama writer Chunakkar Ramankutty passed away at the age of 84 due to old age related ailments in a hospital at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.He hails from Chunakkara, Alappuzha, Kerala. | |
| 2106. |
Which state Launch 'Orunodoi' Scheme to provide Financial Assistance? |
| Answer» On August 12, 2020, Finance Minister of Assam, Himanta Biswa Sharma announced that the Government of Assam will roll out the 'Orunodoi' Scheme, which will provide Financial Assistance of Rs. 830 per month through Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) scheme to around 17 Lakh Families in the state. It is expected to be the largest direct benefit Transfer scheme in Assam. | |
| 2107. |
Which state/UT Govt Signed MoU with Bloomberg Philanthropies to Enhance Road Safety? |
| Answer» In a bid to enhance road safety i.e. eliminate road accidents and create safe mobility for commuters, Kailash Gahlot, Delhi Transport Minister signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bloomberg Philanthropies. | |
| 2108. |
Which state retains Top Position in Implementation of AMRUT Scheme? |
| Answer» Odisha has retained top position in the implementation of Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT) scheme. According to rankings released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA), Odisha regained its top position by securing a score of 85.67 percent, followed by Union Territory of Chandigarh (75.08) and Telangana (74.04). | |
| 2109. |
Which State Government forms panel to discuss autonomous regions in the state? |
| Answer» On August 14, 2020 the Arunachal Pradesh Government formed a committee under the chairmanship of Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein to discuss possible solutions of the Patkai Autonomous Council and Mon autonomous Region. What is the issue? the regions under the Autonomous councils of Arunachal Pradesh are currently under the Fifth Schedule of Indian Constitution. | |
| 2110. |
Which state Government Rolls-Out Centralized e-commerce platform "YellowChain"? |
| Answer» On the occasion of Independence Day, the Chief Minister of Nagaland, Neiphiu Rio has launched "Yellow Chain"- a centralized e-commerce platform, to promote local business and entrepreneurship in the State. Yellow Chain will act as an integrated platform for the people of the state, where any Seller/Service Provider/Individual/Group can register themselves and upload their products, trades, skills, services etc. to enable the citizens/buyers to have access to their Service or Product. | |
| 2111. |
Which state CM launches UPI-based payment facilities in Village, ward secretariats? |
| Answer» Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy launched the digital payment services through Unified Payments Interface (UPI) in 15, 004 village and ward secretariats through video conference. | |
| 2112. |
Where did National Institute of Social Defence Building Inaugurated? |
| Answer» On August 15, 2020, the State Governments and the 272 District Collectors launched a seven-month-long anti-drugs campaign namely "Nasha Mukt Bharat" or "Drug-Free India" by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment (SJE) which will run till March 31, 2021. | |
| 2113. |
Centre plans to make which state the epicenter of India's overall steel industry? |
| Answer» The Union Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas and Steel Minister Dharmendra Pradhan has informed that Odisha will become the epicenter of India's overall steel industry, to accelerate the development of the domestic steel sector of the country. | |
| 2114. |
Which state Government launched 'Padhai Tuhar Para' scheme for school students? |
| Answer» Chhattisgarh Chief Minister Bhupesh Baghel launched the 'Padhai Tuhar Para' scheme to enable school students to learn from their respective localities as the classes are being suspended due to the outbreak of the coronavirus. | |
| 2115. |
Which state CM launched 'Yellow Chain' e-commerce platform on Independence day 2020? |
| Answer» On August 15, 2020 Chief Minister of Nagaland Neiphiu Rio launched 'Yellow Chain' an e-commerce platform during the State level celebration of India's Independence Day at Secretariat Plaza, Kohima. The centralized e-commerce platform is expected to promote local business & entrepreneurship in the state. It is seen as a "new era in Naga marketing culture". | |
| 2116. |
Meghalaya CM launched Restart Meghalaya Mission Worth how much to revive activities stalled due to COVID-19? |
| Answer» On 15th August 2020, on the occasion of the 74th Independence day, Conrad K Sangma, Chief Minister of Meghalaya launched the restart Meghalaya Mission worth Rs. 14,515 crores to revive the development activities which were stalled due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This mission was based on the recommendations on the short, medium and long term measures to revive the state's economy, by the Chief Minister's Task Force on Economy. | |
| 2117. |
Which state names two flyover of ahmedabad after late Arun Jaitley & Sushma Swaraj? |
| Answer» Chairman of Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation(AMC) Standing Committee, Amul Bhatt announced that in Gujarat two flyover bridges of Ahmedabad city will be named after late Arun Jaitley and Sushma Swaraj. The flyover bridge at Income Tax circle, Ahmedabad will be named as Arun Jaitley Flyover. The flyover at the Anjali cross road will be named Sushma Swaraj Bridge. | |
| 2118. |
Which state introduced new State Logo at Ranchi? |
| Answer» On 14th August 2020, Draupadi Murmu, governor of Jharkhand and Hemant Soren Chief Minister of Jharkhand introduced the New State emblem at the Aryabhatta Auditorium, Ranchi. The Logo came into effect from 15th August 2020. | |
| 2119. |
Which state gets first rank in health, welfare centre operationalisation? |
| Answer» State of Punjab has secured first rank in the list of best performing states in operationalisation of Health and Wellness Centers (HWCs) released by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare(MoHFW), Government of India. Punjab's State Health and Family Welfare Minister Balbir Singh Sidhu announced the ranking on 13th August, 2020. | |
| 2120. |
Which state Govt Signed MoU with Reliance Retail, Jio and Allana Group to Help Women SHGs Market Their Products? |
| Answer» As part of implementation of the YSR Cheyutha scheme, Andhra Pradesh(AP) government has signed an Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Reliance Retail, Reliance Jio Infocomm and Allana Group to empower women and help women Self-Help Groups(SHGs) in the state to market their products. | |
| 2121. |
Which state Signed agreement with Israel for Water Resource Management in Bundelkhand? |
| Answer» On 20th August 2020, The government of Uttar Pradesh (UP) signed an agreement with the Israel's Water Resource Minister for the water resource management in Bundelkhand region in Uttar Pradesh. | |
| 2122. |
Which state Police's 'Ek Sankalp - Bujurgo ke naam' campaign proves to be boon for senior citizens? |
| Answer» In the state of Madhya Pradesh, a unique campaign 'Ek Sankalp - Bujurgo ke naam' (a commitment for elders) is being run by the Chhatarpur Police in the midst of Pandemic. | |
| 2123. |
Which state approved New Information Technology Policy? |
| Answer» On September 3, 2020, Karnataka cabinet approved a new Information Technology Policy, 2020. The policy will help the state to increase its contribution in achieving its goal of 1 trillion USD. Also, the policy will help the state to create six million jobs. The policy is to be executed between 2020 and 2025. | |
| 2124. |
Which state government has signed a 'plan of cooperation' with Israel government to resolve water crisis in Bundelkhand region? |
| Answer» The Uttar Pradesh and Israel governments on Thursday signed a 'plan of cooperation' to resolve water crisis in Bundelkhand region. Alok Sinha, UP agriculture production commissioner and Israeli ambassador to India, Ron Malka, signed the agreement here on behalf of their governments. The India -Israel - Bundelkhand Water Project comprises three key components including water conservation, water efficient transportation and advanced water practices for agriculture. | |
| 2125. |
In which state India's longest ropeway on Brahmaputra to open for public? |
| Answer» On August 25, 2020, the State Minister of Assam, Siddhartha Bhattacharya is to inaugurate India's longest ropeway across river Brahmaputra. | |
| 2126. |
Nuakhai Juhar festival is celebrated in which state? |
| Answer» On August 23, 2020, Nuakhai Juhar festival was celebrated in Odisha, Chhattisgarh and other neighbouring states. It is celebrated to welcome the new crop of the season. It is also called Nuakhai Parab or Nuakahi Bhetghat. | |
| 2127. |
Which state government signed loan agreement of 500 million USD with Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank? |
| Answer» On August 24, 2020, Government of Maharashtra and Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank signed loan agreement of 500 million USD to improve service quality, safety and network capacity of suburban railway system in Mumbai. | |
| 2128. |
In which state Indian Coast Guard Ship C-449 Commissioned? |
| Answer» On August 20, 2020 Indian Coast Guard Ship C-449 was commissioned in Chennai by Tamil Nadu Chief Secretary K. Shanmugam. The ship is the Forty Ninth Interceptor Boat of the series, which are indigenously built and designed by M/s Larsen and Toubro Ltd, Hazira (Surat). | |
| 2129. |
Which state launched Dragonfly Festival 2020 aka "Thumbimahotsavam 2020"? |
| Answer» On August 15, 2020, the first ever Kerala State Dragonfly Festival 2020 aka "Thumbimahotsavam 2020" was launched by the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)-India State unit in collaboration with Society for Odonate Studies (SOS) and Thumbipuranam through a virtual ceremony from Kerala. Dr. Subramanian K.A. Scientist at Zoological Survey of India (ZSI), Southern Regional Center, Chennai (Tamil Nadu) addressed the inaugural session. | |
| 2130. |
Which state Government to build "Transit Homes" for Migrant Workers? |
| Answer» The Karnataka Government is to build transit homes for migrant workers. The homes aim to provide better living conditions for the migrant workers. This is being launched because of the reverse migration in Karnataka amid lock down. Highlights The project is being launched with an inspiration from "Apna Ghar" project of Kerala. | |
| 2131. |
Which state Govt launched a new scheme 'Promotion of Intensive Aquaculture through Introduction of Bio-floc Technology during the year 2020-21? |
| Answer» The Fisheries and Animal Resources Department of the Odisha Government has launched a new scheme 'Promotion of Intensive Aquaculture through Introduction of Bio-floc Technology during the year 2020-21'. | |
| 2132. |
Which state/UT government Launched Niraman Mazdoor Registration Abhiyan for Construction Workers? |
| Answer» On 23rd August 2020, The Delhi Government launched Niraman Mazdoor Registration Abhiyan for construction workers to register and utilise around 18 assistance scheme under which a mega registration campaign for construction workers will be conducted from 24th August 2020 to 11th September 2020. | |
| 2133. |
In which state INS Viraat to be dismantled? |
| Answer» The aircraft carrier, INS Viraat that served the Indian Navy for more than 30 years is to be dismantled at Alang, Gujarat. The ship was decommissioned three years back. | |
| 2134. |
Micro Tek New Technologies Private Ltd Signed MoU to set up Electronics Manufacturing Unit with which state? |
| Answer» The Government of Himachal Pradesh (HP) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) worth Rs110 Crores with Micro Tek New Technologies Private Ltd for setting up an Electronics Manufacturing Unit at Baddi, Solan District, Himachal Pradesh. The MoU was signed by Director of Industries, Himachal Pradesh, Hans Raj Sharma and Subodh Gupta,Chairman of MicroTek New Technologies Private Ltd. | |
| 2135. |
Which state CM addressed virtual Indo-Japan business forum from Bengaluru? |
| Answer» On August 26th, 2020 Karnataka Chief Minister B. S. Yediyurappa addressed a virtual Indo-Japan business forum organised by the Indian Chamber of Commerce (ICC). The Chief Minister also signed a Japan-India Start-up Initiative to promote start-ups in the State. The Government of Karnataka has set up a 519 acres Japanese Industrial Township at Vasanthanarasapura near Tumakuru to enable more Japanese investments in the state. | |
| 2136. |
Which state Govt Signed MoU with M3M Foundation to enable students to get into Government Jobs? |
| Answer» Haryana employment department signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with M3M Foundation, the philanthropic arm of M3M Group to facilitate students' online preparation, training and mentoring for entrance examinations of government jobs. | |
| 2137. |
Which state women topped the list of MSME loan scheme beneficiaries? |
| Answer» In accordance with the data provided by the Ministry of Finance to the Rajya Sabha, as of March 31, 2020, women in Tamil Nadu topped the list of loan benefit under Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana (PMMY) by availing Rs 58,227 crore loan. They are followed by women in West Bengal (Rs 55,232 crore), Karnataka (Rs 47,714 crore), Bihar (Rs 44,879 crore) and Maharashtra (Rs 42,000 crore). | |
| 2138. |
Which was the top performing state in the category of Coastal state and also topped the Overall rankings? |
| Answer» On 26th August 2020, NITI Aayog in partnership with Institute of Competitiveness released the Export Preparedness Index (EPI) 2020, this is the first report to examine export preparedness and performance of the states of India. Gujarat was identified as the top performing state in the category of Coastal state and also topped the Overall rankings. | |
| 2139. |
Which state government released first Marine Ambulance? |
| Answer» Around thirty fishermen lose heir lives at sea in a year due to accidents during fishing. Under this context, the Government of Kerala has launched Marine Ambulance services to provide more efficient rescue. Highlights The Marine Ambulance specializes in providing first aid and also rescue operations. The ambulance is capable of providing critical care. | |
| 2140. |
Which state/UT Government launched 'Healthy Body, Healthy Mind' fitness campaign for students confined in homes? |
| Answer» On 26th August 2020, Delhi Government launched the Fitness Campaign - "Healthy Body, Healthy Mind", for the students who are confined in their homes because of the lockdown imposed on Schools and colleges due to COVID-19 pandemic. | |
| 2141. |
Which state is to set up Skill University at Mangaldoi? |
| Answer» On August 27, 2020, the Assam Cabinet passed a resolution to set up a Skill University at Mangaldoi in Assam with an investment of Rs 900 crores. The other decisions taken at the cabinet are as follows People of Assam can apply for Group III and Group IV exams up to 40 years. | |
| 2142. |
Which state government launched E-Auction Portal for Kashmir Saffron? |
| Answer» On 28th August 2020, The government of Jammu and Kashmir launched an e-auction portal created by its department of agriculture to promote the trade of Kashmir Saffron. The department under the aegis of India International Kashmir Saffron Trading Centre (IIKSTC) in partnership with NSE-IT established the portal. | |
| 2143. |
Which state CM inaugurates state's First Marine Ambulance 'Pratheeksha'? |
| Answer» On 26th August, 2020 Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan inaugurated the State's First fully equipped Marine Ambulance 'Pratheeksha'. It was acquired by the Fisheries Department at Kochi for rescue operations at sea. 'Pratheeksha' - built by Cochin Shipyard Ltd (CSL) is the first of the three marine ambulances ordered by the state. | |
| 2144. |
Which cabinet approves 'Skill Development University Bill'? |
| Answer» On 27th August, 2020 the Government of Assam approved the 'Assam Skill Development University Bill', which provides for setting up of World Class Skill University at Mangaldoi, Darrang District at a cost of 900 crore rupees. | |
| 2145. |
The Government of India issued rules for administration in which state? |
| Answer» On August 28, 2020, the Government of India issued rules for administration in Jammu and Kashmir. It specifies the functions of Council of Ministers and Lieutenant Governor. Role of Lieutenant Governor The executive functions of Lieutenant Governor include public order, police, anti-corruption, All India Services. The critical issues that affect the peace of the Union. | |
| 2146. |
Which state passed resolution against farm ordinances? |
| Answer» On August 28, 2020, the Punjab Government passed a resolution against the farm ordinances of the central government. Ordinances In June 2020, the Union Government of India had issued three ordinances as follows Farmers' Produce Ordinance, 2020 Farmers Agreement on Price Assurance and Farm Services Ordinance, 2020 Essential Commodities Ordinance, 2020 Farmer Produce Ordinance, 2020. | |
| 2147. |
Which state is to set up its first International Women Trade Centre in terms of the United Nations Sustainable Development goals? |
| Answer» Kerala is to set up its first International Women Trade Centre in terms of the United Nations Sustainable Development goals. This is first of its kind in India. Highlights The Centre will accelerate women entrepreneurship. It will provide a safe place away from home to start a business, expand and get their products marketed globally. | |
| 2148. |
Which state government launched 'Major Dhyan Chand Vijaypath Yojana' to build roads to 19 International Player's houses? |
| Answer» On 28th August, 2020 Uttar Pradesh (UP) Deputy Chief Minister Keshav Prasad Maurya launched 'Major Dhyan Chand Vijaypath Yojana' scheme under which 19 International Players will get road connectivity to their homes. | |
| 2149. |
Which state government launched cleanliness campaign, 'Gandagi Bharat Chhodo'? |
| Answer» Bhupendra Singh, Madhya Pradesh(MP) Urban Administration and Development Minister launched a 15 day campaign(August 16-30, 2020) 'Gandagi Bharat Chhodo Madhya Pradesh' (Free India and Madhya Pradesh from garbage) from Sagar, MP. | |
| 2150. |
MHA notifies 'Rules of Transaction of Business' for which UT? |
| Answer» On 28 August, 2020 the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) notified the 'Rules of Transaction of Business' for the Government of Union Territory (UT) of Jammu & Kashmir (J&K). The rules have been issued under the exercise of powers conferred by section 55 of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganization Act, 2019, read with the Proclamation, dated 31st October, 2019 issued under section 73 of the said Act. | |