Current Affairs Interactive Quiz: July 28 – August 3, 2014

The correct answer is "One Life is Not Enough." This autobiography is written by former External Affairs Minister Natwar Singh and was released on 1 August 2014. The title suggests that one lifetime is not sufficient to accomplish all that one desires or aspires to achieve.

The MyGov web platform was launched by the Narendra Modi led government in 2014 to facilitate citizen engagement in good governance. This platform was designed to encourage active participation of citizens in the decision-making process and to provide them with a platform to voice their opinions and concerns. Through this initiative, the government aimed to promote transparency, accountability, and inclusivity in governance by involving citizens in policy formulation and implementation.

Dipa Karmakar became the first Indian woman to win a medal in Gymnastics at the 2014 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland.

P Kashyap became the third Indian badminton player to win a Gold medal in Badminton in the Commonwealth Games on 3 August 2014.

Muzaffar Ali was recently selected for the 22nd edition of the Rajiv Gandhi National Sadbhavna Award.

Amitabh Bachchan was appointed as the horticulture ambassador by the Maharashtra government. This means that he has been given the responsibility to promote and create awareness about horticulture in the state. As a well-known Bollywood star, Bachchan's popularity and influence can be used to encourage people to engage in horticulture activities and appreciate the importance of plants and gardens. His appointment as the ambassador is a recognition of his contribution to the industry and his ability to reach a wide audience.

India finished at 5th position in the medal tally at the 2014 Commonwealth Games with 64 medals. This means that India won a total of 64 medals in various events during the games, including gold, silver, and bronze. The number of medals won by a country is an important factor in determining its position in the medal tally. India's achievement of finishing 5th with 64 medals showcases the country's success and performance in the games.

S S Mundra became the fourth Deputy Governor of Reserve Bank of India on 30 July 2014.

Vikas Gowda became the first Indian to win a gold medal in the Men's Athletics event at the Commonwealth Games after Milkha Singh. This means that no other Indian athlete had won a gold medal in this event at the Commonwealth Games between Milkha Singh's victory and Vikas Gowda's victory.

England topped the medal tally at the 2014 Commonwealth Games. This means that they won the most medals out of all the participating countries.

The given answer is correct because both statements I and II are true. Statement I states that the Rashtriya Gokul Mission aims to promote conservation and development of indigenous breeds of cows in a focused and scientific manner, which is in line with the objectives of the mission. Statement II states that the Rashtriya Gokul Mission is a focused mission under the National Programme for Bovine Breeding and Dairy Development, which is also true. Therefore, both statements are correct.

K Giriprakash is the author of the book "The Vijaya Mallya Story" published recently.

The Mars 2020 Rover Mission is the correct answer because it is a NASA mission specifically designed to examine the habitability of the Mars environment. The mission will involve sending a rover to Mars to collect samples and data that will help scientists determine if life could have existed on the planet in the past or if it could potentially support human exploration in the future. The rover will also test technologies that could be used for future missions to Mars.

Neel Mukherjee has been shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize 2014.

The correct answer is Maharashtra. Malin village was in the news recently because it experienced a landslide caused by heavy rainfall, resulting in the death of over a hundred people.

World Hepatitis Day is observed on 28 July. This day aims to raise awareness about viral hepatitis and the importance of prevention, diagnosis, and treatment. It provides an opportunity to highlight the global burden of hepatitis and promote actions to combat this disease. By observing World Hepatitis Day on 28 July, organizations and individuals worldwide can come together to advocate for better access to testing and treatment, as well as to promote vaccination and prevention strategies.

Fuad Masum was recently elected as the seventh President of Iraq. This information is not explicitly mentioned in the question, but it is implied that the question is asking for the name of the recently elected President. Therefore, based on the given options, Fuad Masum is the correct answer.

The correct answer is The Citizens Foundation. The Ramon Magsaysay Award is a prestigious award given annually to individuals or organizations in Asia who have made significant contributions to their communities. The Citizens Foundation is a non-profit organization in Pakistan that focuses on providing quality education to underprivileged children in the country. Their efforts in improving education access and quality for marginalized communities have been recognized and awarded with the Ramon Magsaysay Award in 2014.

Recently, Container Corporation of India (CONCOR) has become the 17th Navratna Company of the country. Navratna status is given to select public sector enterprises in India that meet certain criteria, such as having a consistent track record of profitability, a minimum net worth, and a positive net worth for the last three years. This status provides greater financial and operational autonomy to the company, allowing it to make decisions without seeking government approval for every matter. CONCOR's achievement of Navratna status reflects its strong financial performance and strategic importance in the logistics and transportation sector.

Suresh Prabhu has been named as the Chairman of the Committee appointed by the Union government to review the Rangarajan formula for pricing of gas.

The correct answer is Sousa Sahulensis. This is the scientific name of the Australian Humpback Dolphins that were recently identified by scientists.

Bharatiya Mahila Bank was awarded the Core Banking System Initiative Award 2014 at the Asian Banking and Finance – Retail Banking Awards ceremony in Singapore on 31 July 2014.

India has procured the C-17 Globemaster III aircraft from the USA.

Air Chief Marshal Arup Raha took over as the Chairman of the Chief of Staff Committee on 30 July 2014.

The correct answer is Justice (retd) S B Sinha. The Supreme Court recently appointed a one-man commission to investigate the 2006 Meerut fire tragedy. This commission will be headed by Justice (retd) S B Sinha.

Pashupatinath Temple, where Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi offered prayers during his visit to Nepal, is situated on the banks of the River Bagmati.

China recently decided to regulate sales and growth of Genetically Modified crops.

The question asks for the NBFC whose certificate of registration has NOT been cancelled. Since the answer is "Kamal Auto Finance Limited," it means that the certificates of registration for the other three companies (Profound Exports Private Limited, Two Brothers Holding Limited, and Swank Services Private Limited) have been cancelled.

The correct answer is Hari Gautam Committee. The Union Ministry of Human Resource Development set up the Hari Gautam Committee to review the status of the University Grants Commission (UGC). This committee was tasked with examining the functioning and structure of the UGC and making recommendations for its reform. The committee's findings and recommendations would have significant implications for the higher education sector in India.

Randy Halsan of the Philippines received the 2014 Ramon Magsaysay Award for Emergent Leadership on July 31, 2014.