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Current Affairs Quiz 25th June 2024

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Question 1:
Who launched the National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024?
A) Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda
B) Smt. Anupriya Patel
C) Shri Jadhav Patraprao Ganpatrao
D) Mohan Yadav

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda

  • Explanation: Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda launched the National STOP Diarrhoea Campaign 2024.

 

Question 2:
Who was appointed as the CMD of New India Assurance in 2024?
A) Girija Subramanian
B) Anuj Tyagi
C) Ritesh Kumar
D) Vivek Joshi

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) Girija Subramanian

  • Explanation: Girija Subramanian was appointed as chairman and managing director of New India Assurance in 2024.

 

Question 3:
What significant literary release occurred in Maharashtra on June 22, 2024?
A) Unveiling of a sculpture
B) Launch of a poetry collection
C) Release of a maritime history book
D) Opening of a new library

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Release of a maritime history book

  • Explanation: The Governor of Maharashtra released the book ‘Gateways to the Sea: Historic Ports and Docks of Mumbai Region’ on June 22, 2024.

 

Question 4:
When will the PM College of Excellence start in Madhya Pradesh?
A) June 1
B) July 1
C) August 1
D) September 1

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) July 1

  • Explanation: The PM College of Excellence is scheduled to start from July 1 in all the 55 districts of Madhya Pradesh.

 

Question 5:
Who has been appointed as the MD and CEO of HDFC ERGO General Insurance starting July 1, 2024?
A) Anuj Tyagi
B) Ritesh Kumar
C) Dinesh Kumar Khara
D) Vivek Joshi

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) Anuj Tyagi

  • Explanation: Anuj Tyagi will serve as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of HDFC ERGO General Insurance starting July 1, 2024.

 

Question 6:
How much did the State Bank of India distribute as a dividend to the government for the financial year 2023-24?
A) Rs 6,959 crore
B) Rs 11.30 crore
C) Rs 55,648 crore
D) Rs 67,085 crore

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) Rs 6,959 crore

  • Explanation: The State Bank of India distributed a dividend of Rs 6,959 crore to the Indian government for the financial year 2023-24.

 

Question 7:
What new URL has the Reserve Bank of India set for its ‘Database on Indian Economy’ portal?
A) https://data.rbi.org.in
B) https://dbie.rbi.org.in
C) https://cimsdbie.rbi.org.in
D) https://rbi.org.in/data

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Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) https://data.rbi.org.in

  • Explanation: The new URL for the RBI’s ‘Database on Indian Economy’ portal is https://data.rbi.org.in.

 

Question 8:
What is S&P’s GDP growth forecast for India for FY25?
A) 6.8%
B) 6.9%
C) 7.0%
D) 6.5%

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) 6.8%

  • Explanation: S&P Global Ratings has maintained its GDP growth forecast for India at 6.8% for FY25.

 

Question 9:
What is the significance of the Khalubar War Memorial in Ladakh?
A) It commemorates the Indian Navy’s achievements.
B) It honors the soldiers of the Kargil War.
C) It celebrates the independence of Ladakh.
D) It marks the site of an ancient battle.

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) It honors the soldiers of the Kargil War

  • Explanation: The Khalubar War Memorial in Ladakh honors the bravery and sacrifices of soldiers who fought in the Kargil War.

 

Question 10:
What campaign did Dr. Jitendra Singh launch on June 24?
A) Digital India Week
B) One Week One Theme
C) Science and Tech Innovate
D) India at 75

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) One Week One Theme

  • Explanation: Dr. Jitendra Singh launched the “One Week One Theme” campaign on June 24, showcasing India’s recent success stories in science and technology.

 

Question 11:
How many medals did Indian archers win at the Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3?
A) Three
B) Four
C) Five
D) Six

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Four

  • Explanation: Indian archers won a total of four medals at the Archery World Cup 2024 Stage 3, including one gold, one silver, and two bronze medals.

 

Question 12:
When is the International Day of the Seafarer observed?
A) June 24
B) June 25
C) July 24
D) July 25

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) June 25

  • Explanation: The International Day of the Seafarer is observed annually on June 25.

 

Question 13:
Who was present during the dividend cheque presentation from SBI to the government?
A) Anuj Tyagi
B) Dinesh Kumar Khara
C) Ritesh Kumar
D) Girija Subramanian

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Dinesh Kumar Khara

  • Explanation: SBI Chairman Dinesh Kumar Khara presented the dividend cheque to the Finance Minister, Nirmala Sitharaman.

 

Question 14:
Which institution’s portal’s URL has been updated to https://data.rbi.org.in?
A) State Bank of India
B) Reserve Bank of India
C) Securities and Exchange Board of India
D) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Reserve Bank of India

  • Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India updated its ‘Database on Indian Economy’ portal’s URL to https://data.rbi.org.in.

 

Question 15:
Who succeeded Ritesh Kumar as MD & CEO of HDFC ERGO General Insurance?
A) Anuj Tyagi
B) Girija Subramanian
C) Dinesh Kumar Khara
D) Vivek Joshi

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A) Anuj Tyagi

  • Explanation: Anuj Tyagi succeeded Ritesh Kumar as the MD & CEO of HDFC ERGO General Insurance.
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