Current Affairs One-Liner: 3rd February 2021

• 8th International Silk Fair: It was inaugurated by Union Minister of Textiles, Smriti Irani on the virtual portal of Indian Silk Export Promotion Council.
• Books and Authors: Title of Book: ‘The Little Book of Encouragement’
• Author of Book: Dalai Lama
• ‘Mobilising Finance for EVs in India- A Toolkit of Solutions to Mitigate Risks and Address Market Barriers’ Report: The report is released by NITI Aayog and Rocky Mountain Institute. As per the data from the report, in order to achieve the target of EV (Electronic Vehicle) during the period of 2020-2030, India will need a capital of USD 266 Billion. This fund will be required to construct EVs, charging stations, batteries etc.

• Static Part: 
• HQ of Rocky Mountain Institute: Colorado, USA
• Chief Minister of Rajasthan, Ashok Gehlot launched a new phase of Ayushman Bharat Mahatma Gandhi Rajasthan Swasthya Bima Yojana. Under this insurance scheme, the state government will provide Rs 5 lakhs to 1.1 crore families.
• Static Part: 
• National Parks in Rajasthan: Ranthambore NP, Desert NP, Mukundra Hills NP, Sariska Tiger Reserve
• Obituaries: Cicely Tyson: She was US Actress.
• Union Budget 2021-22 (Part B)
• India & Qatar held 4th Foreign Office Consultations
• Appointments on 3rd February 2021
• ‘Aadi Mahotsav’
• ‘Har Ghar Pani, Har Ghar Safai’ Mission-- Punjab

Question: 

Q.1 Who is the author of a book titled ‘The Little Book of Encouragement’?
a. Dalai Lama
b. Sadhguru
c. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar
d. Anup Jalota