Current Affairs 2020 Trivia Questions Quiz!
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The Anti-drug campaign jointly undertaken by the Kerala Police and the Kerala Cricket Association.
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Yes to Cricket, No to Drugs
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Yes to Cricket, No to Alcohol
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Yes to Cricket, No to Smoke
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No to Alcohol, No to Smoke
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Below are some current affairs 2020 trivia questions quiz. There is a higher chance that imbalances in one country will lead to imbalances in others, and this is why people should be up to date with the going on around the world regularly. Do take the quiz below and see how well caught up you are.
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New Train service started between Kolkata and Khulna (Bangladesh).
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Bandhan Express
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Kolkha Express
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Thurantho Express
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Thaal Express
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A. Bandhan ExpressExplanation
Bandhan Express is the correct answer because it is the name of the new train service that has started between Kolkata and Khulna (Bangladesh). The other options mentioned, Kolkha Express, Thurantho Express, and Thaal Express, are not the correct names of the train services that have started between these two cities.Rate this question:
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Who is the new Director-General of UNESCO?
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Audrey Azoulay
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Irina Bokavo
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António Guterres
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Irina James
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A. Audrey AzoulayExplanation
Audrey Azoulay is the correct answer for the new Director-General of UNESCO. Irina Bokavo, António Guterres, and Irina James are incorrect options.Rate this question:
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First Woman President of NASSCOM?
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Debjani Ghosh
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Julia Gillard
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Angela Merkel
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Helle Thorning
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A. Debjani GhoshExplanation
Debjani Ghosh is the correct answer because she is the first woman President of NASSCOM, which stands for National Association of Software and Service Companies. NASSCOM is a trade association representing the Indian IT and business process management industry. Debjani Ghosh's appointment as President in 2018 marked a significant milestone in the organization's history, as she became the first woman to hold this position.Rate this question:
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Second Official Language of Telangana State.
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Urdu
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Telugu
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Arabic
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Hindi
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A. UrduExplanation
The second official language of Telangana State is Urdu. This means that alongside the primary official language, which is likely Telugu, Urdu is also recognized and used for official purposes within the state. Urdu is a widely spoken language in India, particularly in the states of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, and has a rich literary and cultural heritage. Its official status in Telangana reflects the linguistic diversity and inclusivity of the state.Rate this question:
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2017 Mother Teresa Award for Social Justice was given to
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UNHCR
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ICAN
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NATO
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UNECO
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A. UNHCRExplanation
United Nations High Commission for Refugee World Peace ward was given to ICANRate this question:
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Who resigned in 2017 as the Head of the Jury of the Indian Panorama of the 48th Film Festival of India?
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Sujoy Ghosh
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Debjani Ghosh
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Hasmukh Adhia
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Mary Kom
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A. Sujoy GhoshExplanation
Sujoy Ghosh resigned in 2017 as the Head of the Jury of the Indian Panorama of the 48th Film Festival of India.Rate this question:
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10th South Asia Economic Summit was held on
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Kathmandu
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New Delhi
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Mumbai
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Beijing
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A. KathmanduExplanation
The correct answer is Kathmandu. The 10th South Asia Economic Summit was held in Kathmandu.Rate this question:
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Brazilian Grand Prix was won by
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Sebastian Vettel
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Lewis Hamilton
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Max Verstappen
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Valtteri Bottas
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A. Sebastian VettelExplanation
Sebastian Vettel won the Brazilian Grand Prix.Rate this question:
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Abu Dhabi Grand Prix was Won by
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Valtteri Bottas
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Sebastian Vettel
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Lewis Hamilton
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Versteppan
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A. Valtteri BottasExplanation
Valtteri Bottas won the Abu Dhabi Grand Prix.Rate this question:
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United States Grand Prix was won by
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Lewis Hamilton
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Sebastian Vettel
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Valtteri Bottas
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Verstappen
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A. Lewis HamiltonExplanation
Lewis Hamilton won the United States Grand Prix.Rate this question:
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As per the report of the Central Pollution Control Board, which is India's most polluted City?
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Hyderabad
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New Delhi
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Mumbai
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Varanasi
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A. VaranasiExplanation
Varanasi is India's most polluted city according to the report of the Central Pollution Control Board. This suggests that Varanasi has the highest levels of pollution among the given options, namely Hyderabad, New Delhi, Mumbai, and Varanasi.Rate this question:
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20th International Children Film Festival was held on?
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Hyderabad
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New Delhi
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Mumbai
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Kolkata
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A. HyderabadExplanation
The 20th International Children Film Festival was held in Hyderabad.Rate this question:
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Which Country launched Asia's largest island-building vessel?
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China
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India
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Japan
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North Korea
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A. ChinaExplanation
China launched Asia's largest island-building vessel. This indicates that China is actively involved in expanding its territorial claims in the South China Sea. The construction of this vessel showcases China's ambition to assert its dominance in the region by creating artificial islands. This vessel will enable China to accelerate its island-building projects, which have been a major source of tension with neighboring countries and the international community.Rate this question:
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India's New Finance Secretary appointed in 2017.
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Hasmukh Adhia
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Sujoy Ghosh
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Debjani Ghosh
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HS Prannoy
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A. Hasmukh AdhiaExplanation
Hasmukh Adhia is the correct answer because he was appointed as India's New Finance Secretary in 2017.Rate this question:
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India's First Tribal Entrepreneurship Summit was held at?
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Dantewada
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Da Nang
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Mumbai
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Kochi
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A. DantewadaExplanation
ChhattisgarhRate this question:
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The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit was held in
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Da Nang
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Beijing
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New Delhi
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Kathmandu
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A. Da NangExplanation
The correct answer is Da Nang because the question asks where the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation Summit was held, and Da Nang is the only location mentioned that is a plausible host for such an event. Beijing, New Delhi, and Kathmandu are all major cities, but they are not typically associated with hosting international summits like the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation.Rate this question:
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Which state has recently introduced 'She-Pad', the first scheme in India to distribute free sanitary pad to school students?
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Kerala
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Tamilnadu
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Karnataka
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Uttarpradesh
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A. KeralaExplanation
Kerala has recently introduced the 'She-Pad' scheme, which is the first of its kind in India to distribute free sanitary pads to school students. This initiative aims to promote menstrual hygiene and ensure that girls have access to sanitary pads, thus preventing them from missing school due to lack of menstrual hygiene products.Rate this question:
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Asian Boxing Championship was won by
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Mery Kom
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Vijender Singh
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Shiva thapa
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Akhil Kumar
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A. Mery KomExplanation
Mery Kom is the correct answer because she won the Asian Boxing Championship.Rate this question:
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Public Service Broadcasting day was observed on
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November 12
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November 16
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December 21
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January 10
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A. November 12Explanation
Public Service Broadcasting day is observed on November 12. This day is dedicated to recognizing and celebrating the importance of public service broadcasting in providing unbiased and informative content to the public. It aims to raise awareness about the role of public broadcasters in promoting education, democracy, and cultural diversity. By observing this day, it emphasizes the significance of public service broadcasting in fostering a well-informed society and promoting the public interest.Rate this question:
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National Badminton Championship of Men's Singles title is won by
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HS Prannoy
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Srikanth Kidambi
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Parupalli Kashyap
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Ajay Jayaram
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A. HS PrannoyExplanation
HS Prannoy is the correct answer because he won the National Badminton Championship of Men's Singles title.Rate this question:
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Which India City has recently included in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network?
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Chennai
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Hyderabad
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Mumbai
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Trissur
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A. ChennaiExplanation
Chennai has recently been included in the UNESCO Creative Cities Network. This means that Chennai has been recognized by UNESCO for its creative industries and contributions to the cultural and creative sectors. The city is known for its vibrant arts and culture scene, including music, dance, and film industries. Being a part of the Creative Cities Network will provide Chennai with opportunities for international cooperation, exchange of best practices, and promotion of its creative economy.Rate this question:
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