Current Affairs Quiz 12th July 2024
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Question 1:
Who led the Indian delegation at the 132nd session of the IMO Council in London?
A) Nitin Gadkari
B) Mansukh Mandaviya
C) T.K. Ramachandran
D) Rajnath Singh
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Shri T.K. Ramachandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, led the Indian delegation at the 132nd session of the IMO Council in London.
Question 2:
Which country was crowned the most affordable destination for expatriates in 2024?
A) Thailand
B) India
C) Vietnam
D) Philippines
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Vietnam was recognized as the most affordable destination for expatriates in 2024 for the fourth consecutive year according to InterNations.
Question 3:
Which country has overtaken Mauritius as the fourth preferred destination for FPIs routing funds into India?
A) Singapore
B) Ireland
C) UAE
D) Hong Kong
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Ireland surpassed Mauritius to become the fourth preferred destination for FPIs routing funds into India, with assets under custody totaling Rs 4.41 trillion.
Question 4:
What is the total population of Sarus Cranes in Uttar Pradesh according to the latest summer census?
A) 18,522
B) 19,918
C) 20,305
D) 21,002
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The latest summer census revealed that the total population of Sarus Cranes in Uttar Pradesh has reached 19,918.
Question 5:
Which state was awarded the title of best state in horticulture at the Agriculture Leadership Awards 2024?
A) Kerala
B) Maharashtra
C) Nagaland
D) Assam
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Nagaland was recognized as the best state in horticulture at the Agriculture Leadership Awards 2024 for its innovative agricultural practices and rural development.
Question 6:
What financial instrument did the RBI allow resident Indians to open in GIFT IFSC under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme?
A) Savings accounts in dollars
B) Fixed deposits in dollars
C) Mutual funds in euros
D) Insurance policies in pounds
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The RBI expanded the scope of the Liberalised Remittance Scheme to allow resident Indians to open fixed deposits in dollars at GIFT IFSC.
Question 7:
What is the main focus of the Kotak BSE PSU Index Fund launched by Kotak Mahindra AMC?
A) Private sector stocks
B) Government bonds
C) Public sector undertaking (PSU) stocks
D) Real estate investments
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The Kotak BSE PSU Index Fund focuses on mirroring the BSE PSU Index comprising 56 PSU stocks.
Question 8:
What new security feature did Punjab National Bank (PNB) introduce to enhance internet and mobile banking security?
A) Safety Ring
B) Secure Shield
C) Cyber Guard
D) Digital Armor
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: PNB introduced the ‘Safety Ring’ security feature to provide an additional layer of protection against unauthorized access to its internet and mobile banking services.
Question 9:
How many new projects did the DRDO award to industries under the Technology Development Fund scheme?
A) 5
B) 6
C) 7
D) 8
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The DRDO awarded seven new projects to industries under the Technology Development Fund scheme to promote self-reliance in the defense sector.
Question 10:
Which international exercise is the Indian Air Force participating in, hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force in 2024?
A) Red Flag
B) Cope India
C) Pitch Black
D) Blue Flag
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The Indian Air Force is participating in Exercise Pitch Black 2024, hosted by the Royal Australian Air Force at Base Darwin.
Question 11:
Who inaugurated the GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024)?
A) Rajnath Singh
B) Narendra Modi
C) Sanjay Seth
D) Amit Shah
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Raksha Rajya Mantri Shri Sanjay Seth inaugurated the GRSE Accelerated Innovation Nurturing Scheme (GAINS 2024) at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited.
Question 12:
Which sports brand partnered with the Indian Olympic Association for the Paris Olympics 2024?
A) Nike
B) Adidas
C) PUMA
D) Reebok
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: PUMA India partnered with the Indian Olympic Association, becoming the Official Footwear Partner for the Indian contingent at the Paris Olympics 2024.
Question 13:
In which tournament did Indian badminton players secure both the men’s and women’s singles titles in 2024?
A) All England Open
B) Malaysia Open
C) BWF World Championships
D) BWF Saint-Denis Reunion Open
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Indian badminton players secured both the men’s and women’s singles titles at the 3rd BWF Saint-Denis Reunion Open 2024.
Question 14:
What is the name of the WHO’s new online platform for medical device information?
A) MedInfo
B) HealthTech
C) MeDevIS
D) DeviceHub
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The World Health Organization (WHO) launched MeDevIS (Medical Devices Information System), an online platform for information on medical devices.
Question 15:
What is the significance of July 12 according to the United Nations General Assembly?
A) International Day of Peace
B) World Environment Day
C) International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms
D) World Health Day
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed July 12 as the International Day of Combating Sand and Dust Storms to address global concerns regarding sand and dust storms.
