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1. Who has been elected as the youngest ever chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC)?
a. N. Srinivasan
b. Jay Shah
c. Ratnesh Shah
d. Mahendra Singh Dhoni
Answer: b. Jay Shah
– 35-year-old Jay Shah was elected as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on Tuesday, August 27.
– No one applied against Shah for this position.
– As a result, there was no election, and he was elected unopposed.
– He will replace the current Chairman, Greg Barclay.
– Jay will take over as Chairman on December 1. He is currently the Secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
– Rohan Jaitley, the son of Arun Jaitley and the President of the Delhi Cricket Association (DDCA), may become the new Secretary of the BCCI.
Barclay’s Tenure Will End on November 30
– The current ICC Chairman, New Zealand’s Greg Barclay, will end his tenure on November 30.
– On August 20, the ICC announced that Barclay would not continue as Chairman for a third consecutive term. He has held this position since 2020 and will step down in November.
Shah Was the Only Candidate
– The last date to file nominations for the ICC Chairman position was Tuesday, August 27.
– Besides Jay Shah, no other candidates filed nominations for the position.
– Shah is currently also part of the ICC’s Finance and Commerce Affairs Sub-Committee.
Jay Shah Will Be the 5th Indian ICC Chief
– Before Shah, four Indians have held the position of ICC Chief. Before 2015, the ICC Chief was called the President; now, it is referred to as the Chairman.
– Jagmohan Dalmiya (1997–2000)
– Sharad Pawar (2000–2012)
– N. Srinivasan (2014–2015)
– Shashank Manohar (2015–2020)
Jay Shah Will Be the Youngest Chairman
– 35-year-old Jay Shah will turn 36 on September 22 this year.
– He will assume the position of ICC Chairman on December 1 at the age of 36.
– He will be the 16th Chairman of the ICC, and all 15 previous Chairmen were over 55 years old.
– Before Shah, South Africa’s Percy Sonn became the ICC President in 2006 at the age of 56. Shah, who is 20 years younger, will now become the youngest ICC Chairman at the age of 36.
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2. Which two countries did Prime Minister Narendra Modi visit in August 2024?
a. Ukraine and Russia
b. Poland and Ukraine
c. Poland and Russia
d. Russia and America
Answer: b. Poland and Ukraine
– Poland: Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to Poland was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Poland in 45 years.
– Ukraine: Since Ukraine’s independence in 1991, this was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine.
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3. During his visit to Poland, PM Narendra Modi paid tribute to which monument related to India in the capital Warsaw?
a. Kolhapur Royal Family
b. Dobri Maharaja
c. Battle of Monte Cassino
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above (Kolhapur Royal Family, Dobri Maharaja, Battle of Monte Cassino)
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4. Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute to which Indian Maharaja at the memorial “Good Maharaja Square” during his visit to Poland?
a. Rana Pratap Singh
b. Dobri Maharaja
c. Ranjit Singh Maharaja
d. Sobri Maharaja
Answer: b. Dobri Maharaja (Digvijay Singhji Ratanjit Jadeja)
– On August 21, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid a floral tribute at the ‘Dobry Maharaja’ Memorial in Warsaw, Poland.
– This memorial is located at the ‘Good Maharaja’ Square in Warsaw.
– At this memorial, the Prime Minister met the descendants of those Poles who were given refuge by Jam Saheb.
– This was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Poland in 45 years.
PM Modi’s Welcome
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi received a ceremonial welcome in Poland.
– On August 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi met the Prime Minister of the Republic of Poland, Donald Tusk, in Warsaw.
About Dobry Maharaja
– His full name is Digvijaysinhji Ranjitsinh Jadeja.
– He was born on September 18, 1895, and passed away in 1966.
– He completed his education in London.
– From 1919 to 1931, he served in the British Army.
– In 1933, he took over as the ruler of Nawanagar after his uncle, the famous cricketer Jam Saheb Ranjitsinhji.
– He retired in 1947 with an honorary rank of Lieutenant-General.
Why is He Famous in Poland?
– In 1942, during World War II, Maharaja (Dobry) established the Polish Children’s Camp in Jamnagar for Polish refugee children who had come to India.
– At that time, German Nazi soldiers had invaded their country. Around 5 million people were killed, which was 17 percent of Poland’s population.
– Jam Saheb Digvijaysinhji said, “Just as the people of Jamnagar call me Bapu, I am also your Bapu.”
– Today, he is remembered in Poland as the “Good Maharaja” (Dobry Maharaja).
– His generosity has left a lasting impact on the people of Poland.
How Did Jamnagar Get Its Name?
– Before India’s independence, there was a princely state called ‘Nawanagar’ located on the southern tip of the Gulf of Kutch in Gujarat. It was ruled by the Jadeja Rajputs.
– After independence, Nawanagar was renamed Jamnagar (in Gujarat).
– This is because the rulers of this region were referred to as Jam Saheb.
Tribute at the Kolhapur Memorial
– Prime Minister Narendra Modi also paid tribute at the Kolhapur Memorial in Warsaw, Poland.
– This memorial is a tribute to the great royal family of Kolhapur.
– The royal family was also at the forefront of providing refuge to displaced Polish women and children during the horrors of World War II.
– The village of Valivade, near Kolhapur city in Maharashtra, is the place where over 5,000 Polish people lived, reunited, and worked for several years before returning to their homeland.
– Most of them arrived there by land or sea after being evacuated from Polish camps during the intense conflict of World War II.
– The plaque at the memorial reads: “Thank you for the hospitality of the Kolhapur State. Scattered around the world, we remember India with heartfelt gratitude.”
Tribute at the Battle of Monte Cassino Memorial
– This memorial in Warsaw, Poland, commemorates the sacrifice and valor of soldiers from India and other countries.
– These soldiers fought together during the famous Battle of Monte Cassino in Italy during World War II.
About Poland
– Poland is a country in Central Europe.
– It shares borders with Lithuania, Russia, Belarus, Ukraine, Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Germany.
– President: Andrzej Duda
– Prime Minister: Donald Tusk
– Capital: Warsaw
– Language: Polish
– Currency: Polish Zloty
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5. PM Modi paid tribute at the Memorial of the Unknown Soldier located in which city of Poland?
a. Bialystok
b. Warsaw
c. Krakow
d. Szczecin
Answer: b. Warsaw (capital of Poland)
– On August 22, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi paid tribute at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier in Warsaw.
What is the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier?
– The ‘Tomb of the Unknown Soldier’ is a monument in Warsaw, Poland, dedicated to unknown soldiers who gave their lives for Poland.
– It is one of many such national graves created after World War I, and it is the most significant monument in Poland.
– Located at Piłsudski Square (the largest city square in Warsaw), it is an important symbol of national memory and honor in Poland.
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6. During PM Modi’s visit to Ukraine, which agreements were signed between the two countries?
a. Cooperation in humanitarian aid
b. Cultural cooperation
c. Cooperation in agriculture and science and cooperation in the field of health
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above (Cooperation in humanitarian aid, Cultural cooperation, Cooperation in agriculture and science & cooperation in the field of health)
– On August 23, 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived on a historic visit to war-torn Ukraine.
– PM Modi’s visit was at the invitation of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky.
– This was the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to Ukraine since its independence in 1991.
What Does PM Modi’s Visit to Ukraine Mean?
– According to the Indian Express, the historic visit of an Indian head of state to Ukraine occurred at a time when Ukraine was celebrating its independence.
– However, this timing is not coincidental. It is part of the balance that Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is trying to maintain between Russia and Ukraine, as well as China and the United States.
– Modi’s visit to Moscow had created tension among India’s Western allies and caused considerable distress to Ukrainians.
– At the same time as the visit, when a Russian missile attacked a children’s hospital in Kyiv, Modi was shown hugging Vladimir Putin, who called him his “dearest friend.”
– The timing of the attack aligns with a message: Despite all statements of non-alignment and pacifism, India remains a steadfast ally of Russia, unwilling to condemn its most heinous war crimes.
– Even after Modi’s visit, Russia refused to return 69 war-displaced Indian citizens, which was seen as an attempt to strategically destabilize India.
– This amicable visit to China’s closest ally and the world’s largest aggressive country caused concern in Washington (USA).
– Modi’s visit to Ukraine, after spending a day in Poland, was an opportunity to restore balance, re-establish India’s reputation as a peaceful and principled global player, and reassure Euro-American allies, who are now its most significant economic and strategic partners.
– This is why, after the Kyiv visit, PM Narendra Modi first spoke on the phone with U.S. President Joe Biden and then with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
About Ukraine
– Ukraine is a country in Eastern Europe.
– It is the second-largest European country after Russia.
– It shares borders with Russia, Belarus, Poland, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania, and Moldova.
– President: Volodymyr Zelensky
– Capital: Kyiv
– Language: Ukrainian
– Currency: Ukrainian Hryvnia
– Population: 38 million (2022)
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7. Which country’s residential building ‘Volga Sky’ faced an attack like America’s World Trade Center on 26 August 2024?
a. Russia
b. Ukraine
c. North Korea
d. China
Answer: a. Russia
– In Saratov, Russia, a drone collided with the 38-story ‘Volga Sky,’ injuring 4 people.
– Russia was attacked by 20 drones, with the highest number, 9, launched at Saratov.
– The drones were launched from Ukraine.
– The Ukrainian army targeted the tallest building in Engels, Saratov province.
– Engels also hosts a Russian strategic bomber military base.
In Response, Russia Dropped Bombs All Night
– Russia blamed Ukraine for the attack and retaliated with strikes on 35 Ukrainian cities.
– For the first time, Russian Tupolev bombers entered Ukrainian airspace and conducted heavy bombing.
– Until now, Russia had been attacking the eastern areas of Ukraine; this time, western areas were also targeted.
– 100 Scud missiles and 100 killer drones were launched from the Black Sea and Caspian Sea at 35 cities, including Kyiv, Kharkiv, Odessa, and Lviv.
– Ukrainian Air Force officials reported that Kyiv was attacked by 11 TU-95 strategic bombers and Kinzhal ballistic missiles.
– The Russian attack occurred near the Ukraine-Poland border.
– Polish military officials posted on social media that, following the attack, Polish and NATO aircraft have been put on alert mode.
– However, Ukraine has not yet commented on Russia’s allegations.
Attack on the World Trade Center in 2001
– On September 11, 2001, terrorists orchestrated plane crashes into the World Trade Center in the United States.
– The terrorists hijacked 4 planes. Of these, 3 planes were crashed into three buildings in the United States.
– The first crash occurred at 8:45 AM when a Boeing 767 collided with the North Tower of the World Trade Center at high speed.
– 18 minutes later, a second Boeing 767 crashed into the South Tower of the building.
– One plane crashed into the U.S. Department of Defense, known as the Pentagon. The fourth plane crashed into a field.
– The 9/11 attacks resulted in the deaths of 3,000 people from 93 countries.
– It is considered the most devastating terrorist attack in human history.
Ukraine Has Been Attacking Russia for 20 Days
– In the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war that has lasted for two and a half years, on August 6, 2024, Ukraine for the first time entered Russia and captured its Kursk region.
– Since then, Ukraine has been continuously attacking Russia.
– According to an RT report, in 20 days of Ukrainian attacks, 31 Russian civilians have been killed.
– Additionally, over 140 people have been injured.
– Since World War II, it is the first time that a foreign power has captured Russian territory.
– Ukraine had taken control of 1,263 square kilometers of Russian territory within two weeks.
– However, experts say that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s victory may be short-lived and could turn into a defeat.
– Ukraine’s focus is currently on Kursk, which is allowing Russia to advance in Pokrovsk, Donetsk.
– Political analyst Tatyana Stanovaya says that Russia is adopting its World War II strategy. – This strategy has been to initially allow the enemy to enter and then encircle and attack.
– Because of this, Ukraine’s Kursk campaign could prove to be counterproductive for Zelensky.
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8. Name the 20th Chief of Army Staff (former Chief of Army Staff) of the country, who passed away on 18 August 2024?
a. General Bipin Rawat
b. General Sundararajan Padmanabhan
c. General Manoj Mukand Naravane
d. Dalbir Singh Suhag
Answer: b. General Sundararajan Padmanabhan (was the 20th Army Chief)
– Born on December 5, 1940, in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
– Died on August 18, 2024, in Chennai at the age of 83.
– He served as the Chief of Army Staff from October 2000 to December 2002.
– He provided outstanding service to the country for over four decades.
– Current Chief of Army Staff: General Upendra Dwivedi
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9. Who has been appointed as the new chairperson of the NASSCOM organization?
a. Rajesh Nambiar
b. Anant Maheshwari
c. Rajendra Tripathi
d. Sindhu Gangadharan
Answer: d. Sindhu Gangadharan
– The IT industry body NASSCOM has announced the appointment of Sindhu Gangadharan, MD of SAP Labs India, as its new Chairperson.
– Gangadharan, who was previously a Vice President, will replace Rajesh Nambiar.
NASSCOM: National Association of Software and Services Companies
SAP Labs India:
– SAP Labs India (SLI) is SAP’s fastest-growing subsidiary, a multinational company providing world-class business solutions to customers.
– It was established in November 1998.
What is NASSCOM?
– It is a non-profit industry association.
– It is the leading body for the IT BPM industry in India, which is worth around $180 billion.
– It provides significant employment in the private sector in India.
– Headquarters: New Delhi
– NASSCOM was established on March 1, 1988.
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10. Which country will host the ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024?
a. India
b. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
c. New Zealand
d. Bangladesh
Answer: b. United Arab Emirates (UAE)
– The ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2024 will be held in the UAE from October 3 to October 20.
– It was originally scheduled to be held in Bangladesh but has now been moved to the UAE.
– Matches will be played in Dubai and Sharjah, with 10 teams from around the world participating.
– The tournament has divided all teams into two groups. The top two teams from each group will advance to the semi-finals, which will be held on October 17 and 18, with the final scheduled for October 20 in Dubai.
– Reserve days have been allocated for both the semi-finals and the final. If India reaches the semi-finals, they will be part of Semi-Final 1.
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11. When is National Sports Day celebrated?
a. 28 August
b. 29 August
c. 30 August
d. 31 August
Answer: b. 29 August
– National Sports Day is celebrated every year on August 29, the birthday of hockey player Major Dhyan Chand.
– On the 6th of this month, the government named the National Sports Award in honor of Major Dhyan Chand.
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