Current Affairs Quiz – 21 September 2020

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1. Which among the following brands has topped the BrandZ Top 75 Most Valuable Indian Brands 2020 Rankings?
   A) HDFC Bank
   B) SBI
   C) LIC
   D) TCS
   
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   Option A
   Explanation: HDFC Bank has topped the BrandZ Top 75 Most Valuable Indian Brands 2020 Rankings. HDFC Bank has topped this ranking for the 7th consecutive year. It has a total brand value of more than $20.2 billion 
2. Which state in India is the first to launch policies on Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Cybersecurity policies?
   A) Gujarat
   B) Tamil Nadu
   C) Maharashtra
   D) Karnataka
   
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   Option B
   Explanation: Tamil Nadu has become the first state in India to launch policies on Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain and Cybersecurity policies.
3.  International Day of Peace is observed annually on which day?
   A) 20 September
   B) 18 September
   C) 21 September
   D) 19 September
   
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   Option C
   Explanation: The International Day of Peace (or World Peace Day) is observed annually on 21 September to spread awareness and preach peace and harmony all across the globe.
4. How much amount of financial assistance has been extended by India to Maldives to deal with economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic?
   A) USD 250 million
   B) USD 350 million
   C) USD 450 million
   D) USD 550 million
   
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   Option A
   Explanation: India has extended financial assistance of USD 250 million to the Maldives to help it mitigate the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
5. Which among these days is marked on September 21?
   A) World Rotaract Day
   B) World Cancer Day
   C) World Malaria Day
   D) World Alzheimer’s Day
   
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   Option D
   Explanation:The World Alzheimer’s Day is observed annually on September 21 globally. The theme for World Alzheimer Day 2020 is ‘Let’s talk about dementia’.
6. Mahila Atmanirbharshil Aachani” is a Women Self-Reliance programme launched by which bank for SHGs in Assam?
   A) Punjab National Bank
   B) HDFC Bank
   C) State Bank of India
   D) Canara Bank
   
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   Option C
   Explanation: State Bank of India has launched a programme named “Mahila Atmanirbharshil Aachani” (meaning- Women Self-Reliance programme) in Assam in order to accelerate Self Help Group (SHG) finance in the Bank.
7. Former PM of India, H D Deve Gowda has become the MP of Rajya Sabha from which state?
   A) Maharashtra
   B) Karnataka
   C) Tamil Nadu
   D) Kerala
   
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   Option B
   Explanation: Former Prime Minister of India, Shri H D Deve Gowda took oath as a member of the Rajya Sabha from Karnataka on 20 September 2020.
8. Music artist Purba Dam who passed away recently was known for which style of music?
   A) Thumri
   B) Shyama Sangeet
   C) Dhrupad
   D) Rabindra Sangeet
   
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   Option D
   Explanation: Veteran Rabindra Sangeet exponent Purba Dam passed way at the age of 85 years.
9. What is the theme of the International Day of Peace 2020?
   A) The Right to Peace
   B) Climate Action for Peace
   C) Shaping Peace Together
   D) Together for Peace: Respect, Safety and Dignity for All
   
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   Option C
   Explanation: The 2020 theme for the International Day of Peace is “Shaping Peace Together.”
10. What is the theme of World Alzheimer Day 2020?
    A) Let’s talk about dementia
    B) Remember Me
    C) Every 3 Seconds
    D) Dementia: Can we reduce the risk?
    
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    Option A
    Explanation:The theme for World Alzheimer Day 2020 is ‘Let’s talk about dementia’.

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