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GK Current Affairs Quiz: September 24th, 2023

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Current Affairs Quiz 24th September 2023

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Question 1:

Where was the fourth international meeting of the G20 Infrastructure Working Group held?

A) Pune

B) Visakhapatnam

C) Khajuraho

D) Rishikesh

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. The meeting took place at the Maharaja Chhatrasal Convention Center in Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh.

 

Question 2:

Which ministry managed and led the G20 Infrastructure Working Group meeting?

A) Ministry of External Affairs

B) Ministry of Finance

C) Ministry of Infrastructure

D) Ministry of Urban Development

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. The Ministry of Finance managed and led the meeting.

 

Question 3:

Who is the Chief Minister of Assam?

A) Pran Kumar Sharma

B) Himanta Biswa Sarma

C) Sunil Kumar

D) Adani Group

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. Himanta Biswa Sarma is the Chief Minister of Assam.

 

Question 4:

What is the purpose of the “Chacha Chaudhary aur Chunavi Dangal” comic book?

A) Children’s entertainment

B) Promoting urban infrastructure

C) Voter awareness

D) Discussing infrastructure funding

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. The comic book was launched to motivate young voters and promote election awareness.

 

Question 5:

How many contracts did Adani Group secure from MSEDCL for smart meter installations?

A) One

B) Two

C) Three

D) Six

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. Adani Group secured two contracts from MSEDCL.

 

Question 6:

By whom are current Vice Chancellors appointed in Himachal Pradesh?

A) State Government

B) The president

C) The governor

D) The university senate

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. Current VCs are appointed by the governor based on a selection committee’s recommendations.

 

Question 7:

Who became the first Indian this season to ascend Mt Manaslu in Nepal?

A) Himanta Biswa Sarma

B) Pran Kumar Sharma

C) Sunil Kumar

D) Antim Panghal

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. Sunil Kumar achieved this feat this season.

 

Question 8:

What is the main goal of the ‘Officer Desk System’ introduced by the UP Government?

A) Increasing employee strength

B) Efficient file management and reducing corruption

C) Improving internet connectivity

D) Office renovations

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. The system aims for swift, transparent processing with a focus on file management and corruption reduction.

 

Question 9:

In July 2023, how many members were added to EPFO?

A) 10.75 lakh

B) 15.75 lakh

C) 18.75 lakh

D) 20.75 lakh

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. EPFO registered 18.75 lakh members in July 2023.

 

Question 10:

Why is the African Union launching its own credit rating agency?

A) To improve its global standing

B) To compete with global agencies

C) In response to perceived unfair ratings by major agencies

D) To assist with infrastructural investments

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. The African Union feels major agencies have given them unfair ratings.

 

Question 11:

What is SIMBEX an acronym for?

A) SingaporeIndia Military Base Exchange

B) SingaporeIndia Maritime Bilateral Exercise

C) SingaporeIndia Military Bilateral Exchange

D) SingaporeIndia Marine Base Exercise

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. SIMBEX symbolizes the naval partnership between India and Singapore and stands for SingaporeIndia Maritime Bilateral Exercise.

 

Question 12:

Who features in the ICC’s anthem for the Men’s Cricket World Cup?

A) Virat Kohli

B) Ranveer Singh

C) MS Dhoni

D) Sachin Tendulkar

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B
  • Explanation: The correct answer is B. Ranveer Singh is featured in the anthem for the upcoming Men’s Cricket World Cup.

 

Question 13:

In which sport did Antim Panghal secure a bronze medal for India?

A) Tennis

B) Football

C) Boxing

D) Hockey

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. Antim Panghal secured a bronze in the World Championships in Serbia in boxing.

 

Question 14:

What is celebrated annually on September 23?

A) International Day of Yoga

B) International Day of Languages

C) International Day of Sign Languages

D) International Day of Peace

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C
  • Explanation: The correct answer is C. September 23 is celebrated as the International Day of Sign Languages, emphasizing the role of sign languages in communication.
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