Current Affairs Quiz 11th July 2024
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Question 1:
Which Indian state has secured over 154 defence manufacturing deals worth Rs 25,000 crore?
A) Maharashtra
B) Tamil Nadu
C) Uttar Pradesh
D) Gujarat
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Uttar Pradesh has secured over 154 defence manufacturing deals worth Rs 25,000 crore as part of the Uttar Pradesh Defence Industrial Corridor (UPDIC).
Question 2:
Which countries are involved in the Mutual Recognition Agreement for Organic Products that began on July 8, 2024?
A) India and Japan
B) India and South Korea
C) India and Taiwan
D) India and China
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The India-Taiwan Mutual Recognition Agreement (MRA) for Organic Products aims to enhance trade by allowing certified organic products from each country to enter the other’s market.
Question 3:
Who was unanimously elected as the President of the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA) in July 2024?
A) Arnab Goswami
B) Rajat Sharma
C) Ravish Kumar
D) Sudhir Chaudhary
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Rajat Sharma, the Chairman and Editor-in-Chief of India TV, was unanimously elected as the President of the News Broadcasters & Digital Association (NBDA).
Question 4:
Which Indian Olympian has joined the wellness brand Hoop as an investor and brand ambassador?
A) Saina Nehwal
B) Mary Kom
C) PV Sindhu
D) Abhinav Bindra
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: PV Sindhu has joined Hoop, a wellness brand, as both an investor and brand ambassador, showcasing her interest in entrepreneurship and brand building.
Question 5:
Who assumed the role of Commandant at the Army Hospital (Research & Referral) in recent news?
A) Lt Gen Manoj Pandey
B) Lt Gen Shankar Narayan
C) Lt Gen Rajeev Chaudhary
D) Lt Gen Satinder Kumar Saini
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Lt Gen Shankar Narayan, NM, VSM, took over as the Commandant at the Army Hospital (Research & Referral), the apex hospital of the Indian Armed Forces.
Question 6:
What is the new Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) of India as of March 2024?
A) 60.1
B) 62.5
C) 64.2
D) 65.7
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Financial Inclusion Index (FI-Index) rose to 64.2 in March 2024 from 60.1 in March 2023, reflecting growth in financial inclusion.
Question 7:
How much dividend did four public sector banks collectively pay to the Indian government for FY 2023-24?
A) ₹4,581 crore
B) ₹5,681 crore
C) ₹6,481 crore
D) ₹7,281 crore
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Canara Bank, Indian Bank, Bank of India, and EXIM Bank collectively paid a dividend of ₹6,481 crore to the government for the fiscal year 2023-24.
Question 8:
Which sector’s strong performance contributed to India’s economic growth in June 2024?
A) Agriculture
B) IT Services
C) Manufacturing and Services
D) Real Estate
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: India’s economic growth in June 2024 was driven by robust performance in both manufacturing and services sectors, with the PMI for manufacturing reaching a 19-year high.
Question 9:
What is the significance of the ICICI Prudential Nifty Oil & Gas ETF?
A) First ETF focused on renewable energy
B) First ETF launched by ICICI Prudential
C) First ETF focused on the oil and gas sector in India
D) First global ETF by ICICI Prudential
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The ICICI Prudential Nifty Oil & Gas ETF is the first exchange-traded fund in India specifically focused on the oil and gas sector.
Question 10:
Which European rocket successfully launched after a 4-year delay?
A) Vega
B) Ariane 6
C) Soyuz
D) Falcon 9
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Europe’s Ariane 6 rocket successfully launched after a 4-year delay, restoring independent access to space for the continent.
Question 11:
When is World Population Day observed?
A) July 10
B) July 11
C) July 12
D) July 13
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: World Population Day is observed on July 11th to raise awareness about global population issues.
Question 12:
What is the theme for World Population Day 2024?
A) Population and Climate Change
B) Sustainable Population Growth
C) Leave no one behind, count everyone
D) Health and Population Dynamics
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The theme for World Population Day 2024 is “Leave no one behind, count everyone,” highlighting inclusive population dynamics and sustainable development.
Question 13:
Which day is celebrated as National Fish Farmer’s Day in India?
A) July 8
B) July 9
C) July 10
D) July 11
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: National Fish Farmer’s Day is celebrated in India on July 10th to honor the contributions of fish farmers and stakeholders in the fisheries sector.
Question 14:
Which international day is designated to reflect on and commemorate the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica?
A) May 10
B) June 11
C) July 10
D) July 11
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The UN General Assembly designated July 11 as the International Day of Reflection and Commemoration of the 1995 Genocide in Srebrenica.
Question 15:
How many new Biosphere Reserves were approved by UNESCO recently?
A) 5
B) 7
C) 9
D) 11
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: UNESCO approved the designation of 11 new Biosphere Reserves, expanding the total number of sites to 759 across 136 countries.
