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GK Current Affairs Quiz: June 27th 2024

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Current Affairs Quiz 27th June 2024

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Question 1:

Which Union Territory has achieved full functional literacy under ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Ladakh
  • Explanation: Ladakh has achieved full functional literacy, with a literacy rate over 97%, as a part of the ULLAS-Nav Bharat Saaksharta Karyakram.

 

Question 2:

Who has been appointed as the new Secretary General of NATO?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Mark Rutte
  • Explanation: Mark Rutte, the outgoing Dutch Prime Minister, has been appointed as the next Secretary General of NATO.

 

Question 3:

Which bank’s market capitalization recently crossed the $100 billion mark?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) ICICI Bank
  • Explanation: ICICI Bank’s market capitalisation crossed the $100 billion mark, making it the sixth Indian company to achieve this milestone.

 

Question 4:

Which organization was recently granted the Mini RATNA status (Category-1)?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Central Electronics Limited
  • Explanation: Central Electronics Limited was awarded the Mini RATNA status (Category-1) during its Golden Jubilee celebration.

 

Question 5:

Which country has recently joined the International Solar Alliance as its 100th member?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Paraguay
  • Explanation: Paraguay has become the 100th member of the International Solar Alliance, enhancing global cooperation on solar energy.

 

Question 6:

What is the projected GDP growth rate for India during the fiscal year 2024-25 according to the National Council of Applied Economic Research?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D) 7.5%
  • Explanation: The National Council of Applied Economic Research forecasts India’s GDP growth to be close to 7.5% during FY 2024-25.

 

Question 7:

Which entity has been recognized with the “Sustainable Governance Champion Award” at the Outlook Planet Sustainability Summit & Awards 2024?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd.
  • Explanation: GRSE was honored with the “Sustainable Governance Champion Award” for its commitment to sustainable practices and governance excellence.

 

Question 8:

What major legislative change was decided by the Madhya Pradesh cabinet concerning state ministers?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Ministers to pay their own income tax
  • Explanation: The Madhya Pradesh cabinet has decided that state ministers will now pay income tax on their salaries and allowances themselves, reversing a 1972 rule.

 

Question 9:

Who has been appointed as the Vice President of the India Bullion Jewellers Association (IBJA)?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B) Aksha Mohit Kamboj
  • Explanation: Mrs. Aksha Mohit Kamboj has been appointed as the Vice President of the India Bullion Jewellers Association, marking her as the first woman to hold this position.

 

Question 10:

Which cricket player has recently retired from international cricket?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D) David Warner
  • Explanation: David Warner has retired from international cricket after a 15-year career with the Australian national team.

 

Question 11:

Which country’s defence exports to the US now account for over 50% of its total defence exports?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) India
  • Explanation: India’s defence exports to the United States have grown to account for over 50% of its total defence exports, exceeding $2.8 billion over the last five years.

 

Question 12:

What significant achievement did the DRDO recently make for the Indian Navy?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Delivered the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket
  • Explanation: The DRDO handed over the Medium Range-Microwave Obscurant Chaff Rocket to the Indian Navy, which creates a microwave obscurant cloud as a shield against radio frequency seekers.

 

Question 13:

On what day is Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day celebrated?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) June 27
  • Explanation: Micro-, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day is celebrated every year on June 27, highlighting the role of these businesses in economies and communities.

 

Question 14:

Which financial change was implemented by the Madhya Pradesh cabinet concerning state ministers?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Ministers to pay their own income tax
  • Explanation: The Madhya Pradesh cabinet decided that state ministers will be responsible for paying their own income tax on salaries and allowances, a shift from a previous policy dating back to 1972.

 

Question 15:

What major recognition was given to Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Ltd.?

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C) Sustainable Governance Champion Award
  • Explanation: GRSE was honored with the “Sustainable Governance Champion Award” at the Outlook Planet Sustainability Summit & Awards 2024 for its sustainable practices and governance excellence.
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