August 2024 Questions and Answers

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Q21
Which Indian state inaugurated the country's first AI-based traffic management system?
  • A Maharashtra
  • B Telangana
  • C Delhi
  • D Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Hyderabad implemented India's first AI-based traffic control system for real-time traffic management.
Q22
Who became the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India in August 2024?
  • A Rajiv Mehrishi
  • B Girish Murmu
  • C Arvind Mehta
  • D Pradeep Rao
Answer: Option C
Explanation: Arvind Mehta was appointed as the new CAG after Girish Murmu's retirement.
Q23
Name the country that became the 21st member of BRICS in August 2024.
  • A Saudi Arabia
  • B Indonesia
  • C Nigeria
  • D Turkey
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Saudi Arabia officially joined BRICS during the Kazan Summit in 2024.
Q24
Which Indian bank introduced a UPI-linked foreign exchange card?
  • A Yes Bank
  • B SBI
  • C Axis Bank
  • D ICICI Bank
Answer: Option D
Explanation: ICICI Bank launched the first-of-its-kind UPI-enabled forex card for international travelers.
Q25
Which Indian city hosted the 2024 World Robotics Championship?
  • A Pune
  • B Bengaluru
  • C Noida
  • D Kochi
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Bengaluru hosted the global event featuring participants from over 40 countries.
Q26
Who won the 2024 Monaco Grand Prix?
  • A Max Verstappen
  • B Charles Leclerc
  • C Lando Norris
  • D Lewis Hamilton
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Ferrari's Charles Leclerc secured victory at his home Grand Prix.
Q27
India's first hydrogen fuel-based train was launched between which two cities?
  • A Mumbai and Nashik
  • B New Delhi and Ambala
  • C Lucknow and Kanpur
  • D Chennai and Madurai
Answer: Option A
Explanation: The eco-friendly hydrogen train began operations on this route as part of India's green transport initiative.
Q28
Which film was chosen as India's official entry for the 2025 Oscars?
  • A 12th Fail
  • B Maharaja
  • C Article 370
  • D Kantara 2
Answer: Option C
Explanation: The film was selected for its strong political and national narrative.
Q29
Which PSU topped the Maharatna performance ranking 2024?
  • A ONGC
  • B Coal India
  • C NTPC
  • D Indian Oil
Answer: Option C
Explanation: NTPC ranked first among Maharatnas for its consistent profits and renewable expansion.
Q30
Which Indian state topped the 2024 Logistics Ease Index?
  • A Gujarat
  • B Karnataka
  • C Tamil Nadu
  • D Maharashtra
Answer: Option A
Explanation: Gujarat maintained the top rank for logistics capability and infrastructure efficiency.
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