GK 13

1. Which is the new game added in Olympics sports by IOC?
Ans. Frisbee
Remarks: Frisbee is a flying disc game.

2. Which award is given to Anand Kumar?
Ans. Maharishi Ved Vuas National Award
Remarks: Anand Kumar is the founder of Super 30. The award is given to him for his contribution in the field of education.

3. How much fund was released by Union government  for employees Pension Scheme?
Ans. 2000 crore

 4. What is the name of world,s smallest hearing aid developed by an International team of researchers?
Ans. Nano Plug
Remarks: The device is so tiny that it is almost invisible. Its size is 7.1mm x 5.7 mm x 4.17 mm. 

5. Who launched Smart National Common Mobility Card Model for semless travel across India?
Ans. M. Venkeiah Naidu

6. Which State Govt. won award for achievement in Rooftop Solar Power Output?
Ans.  Punjab

7. How much loan will be provided for sugar mills in Soft Laon Scheme?
Ans. 600 Crore

8. Which High Court in August 2015, declared a jainism ritual "Santhra" as illegal?
Ans. Rajasthan
Remarks: Santhra means a fast unto death. According to Shwetambara group of Jain community, when all purposes of life have beed served or when the body is unable to serve then Santhra will obtain Moksha. During Santhra the person stops eating and even drinking water and waits for death to arrive.

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