August Recap

In which country was the world's second largest diamond discovered?

• South Africa

• Botswana

• Congo

• Nigeria

Answer explanation

Botswana

The second-largest diamond ever found, a rough 2,492- carat stone, has been unearthed in Botswana.

Who became the first Indian woman racer to win a national championship?

• Aishwarya Pissay

• Alisha Abdullah

• Diane Pundole

• Mira Erda

Answer explanation

Diana Pundole navigated her journey from an identity crisis to a historic triumph, becoming the first Indian woman to claim the MRF Saloons title at the National Car Racing Championship 2024 held in Chennai this month.

Which medal did Neeraj Chopra win in Lausanne Diamond League 2024

• Gold

• Bronze

• Silver

• None

Which country surpassed China to become the top importer of Russian oil

• Japan

• India

• South Korea

• Germany

Who is known as the Missile Man of India

• C. N. R. RAO

• Homi bhabha

• DR. A. P. J. Kalam Azad

• Vikram Sarabhai

Answer explanation

Dr. A.P.J Abdul Kalam was the 11th President of India. His work with the Defence Research and Development Organisation in developing military equipment like missiles and a civilian space programme earned him the title of Missile Man of India.

Which city is known as the City of Pearls

• Hyderabad

• Secunderabad

• Vizag

• Kochi

Which city was the capital of the Mughal Empire during Akbar’s reign?

 

• Agra

• Fatehpur Sikri

• Delhi

• Daulatabad

Which city is called the Detroit of India due to its automobile industry?

 

• Bengaluru

• Mumbai

• Pune

• Chennai

Answer explanation

Chennai

Chennai is nicknamed The Detroit of Asia (or the Detroit of India) due to the presence of major automobile manufacturing units and allied industries around the city.

Which city hosts the famous Kite Festival every year?

 

• Jaipur

• Ahmedabad

• Surat

• Jodhpur

Which two countries are separated by the 38th parallel and a demilitarised zone?