GK 29

1. Which England bowler nick named as "Typhoon" died in Sept. 2015?
Ans. Frank Tyson
Remarks: Frank Tyson started his career in 1954 and during his career he palyed 17 tests for England and taken 76 wickets at an average of 18.56. He retired in 1960.
                                                     
2. Which programme was recently launched by Odisha Govt to help patients and pregnant women?
Ans: Amo Doli Programme
Remarks: This programme was launched in naxal affected Rayagada District to help patients and pregnant women to reach nearby hospitals.

3. Which project was recently approved by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA).
Ans. National Watershed Management Project-Neeranchal
Remarks: The aim of the project is to provide irrigation to every farmland (Har Khet ko Pani). It will also help for the efficient use of water.

4. Who has been awarded the senior citizen award for Iconic mother 2015?
Ans. Leelaben Chhabildas Gurjar
Remarks: Leelaben became the mother at the age of 14. She was selected for the award for bringing up her six children including two daughters despite great difficulties. She worked as Safai Karamchari and also work as a Manual Scavenger.

5. Who has been elected as the head of Inter-governmental Panel for Climate Change in October 2015?
Ans:  Hoesung Lee
Remarks: Hoesung Lee is Korean professor of economics of climate change, energy and sustainable development. 

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