August 2023 Questions and Answers

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Q21
Which Indian state launched the "Gruha Lakshmi" direct benefit transfer scheme in August 2023?
  • A Tamil Nadu
  • B Karnataka
  • C Telangana
  • D Andhra Pradesh
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Karnataka launched the Gruha Lakshmi scheme providing cash support to women heads of families in August 2023.
Q22
Which country won the SAFF U-20 Women's Championship news carried into August 2023 wraps?
  • A Bangladesh
  • B India
  • C Nepal
  • D Bhutan
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Bangladesh's youth women side results were highlighted in regional football updates around August 2023.
Q23
Which Indian para-athlete set an Asian record in javelin F64 at the World Para Athletics Championships update discussed in August 2023?
  • A Sumit Antil
  • B Devendra Jhajharia
  • C Sandeep Chaudhary
  • D Sundar Singh Gurjar
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Sumit Antil's record-setting performances were referenced in August 2023 sports roundups.
Q24
Which Indian state's cabinet approved the Women's Reservation Bill draft for local bodies in August 2023?
  • A Maharashtra
  • B Odisha
  • C Gujarat
  • D Rajasthan
Answer: Option D
Explanation: Rajasthan cabinet decisions included women's representation in local bodies in August 2023.
Q25
Which scheme's rules under the Telecommunications Act discussions were flagged for stakeholder inputs in August 2023?
  • A BharatNet Phase-III
  • B PM-WANI
  • C PLI for Telecom
  • D USOF 5G labs
Answer: Option B
Explanation: PM-WANI public Wi-Fi framework saw rule and implementation consultations mentioned in August 2023 updates.

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