Art & Culture Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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How many rooms does the Yatri Bhawan inaugurated by Amit Shah at Salangpur on 31 October 2024 have?
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Correct answer: A — 1,100
PIB (MHA), 31 Oct 2024: the Yatri Bhawan has 1,100 rooms and was built at a cost of ₹200 crore.
The Shri Kashtabhanjan Dev Hanumanji Temple, where a Yatri Bhawan was inaugurated on 31 October 2024, is in which place?
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Correct answer: D — Salangpur
PIB (MHA), 31 Oct 2024: Shri Kashtabhanjan Dev Hanumanji Temple in Salangpur, Gujarat.
According to the MHA release, the Salangpur Yatri Bhawan was inaugurated on the occasion of:
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Correct answer: C — Narak Chaturdashi
PIB (MHA), 31 Oct 2024: the Yatri Bhawan was inaugurated on the occasion of Narak Chaturdashi.
On 30 October 2024, PM Modi congratulated the people of which city on its Deepotsav, calling it the first Deepawali after Lord Shri Ram was enthroned in his grand temple?
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Correct answer: B — Ayodhya
PIB, 30 Oct 2024: the PM congratulated the people of Ayodhya on the grand and divine Deepotsav; 'This is the first Deepawali after Maryada Purushottam Lord Shri Ram has been enthroned in his grand temple.'
Which edition of Ayurveda Day was observed on 29 October 2024, coinciding with Dhanvantari Jayanti?
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Correct answer: C — 9th
PIB (Ayush), 29 Oct 2024: the PM launched projects on the occasion of Dhanvantari Jayanti and the 9th Ayurveda Day.
On 29 October 2024, PM Modi launched health-sector projects worth about ₹12,850 crore at which venue?
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Correct answer: A — All India Institute of Ayurveda, New Delhi
PIB (PMO), 29 Oct 2024: projects worth around Rs 12,850 crore were launched at the All India Institute of Ayurveda (AIIA), New Delhi.
On 29 October 2024, the PM said elderly people above 70 years would get free hospital treatment through which card?
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Correct answer: D — Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card
PIB (PMO), 29 Oct 2024: every elderly person above 70 years of age will get free treatment in hospital by an Ayushman Vaya Vandana Card.
Consider the following about the Ayush projects of 29 October 2024: 1. Foundation stones were laid for Central Research Institutes in Yoga and Naturopathy at Khorda (Odisha) and Raipur (Chhattisgarh). 2. Phase II of AIIA includes a 500-bed Panchakarma hospital. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (Ayush), 29 Oct 2024: CRIYN foundation stones at Khorda and Raipur; AIIA Phase II includes a 150-bed (not 500-bed) Panchakarma hospital; the 500 figure refers to the seats of its auditorium.
How many sandstone replicas of the Konark wheels were installed at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan, as announced on 29 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Four
PIB (President's Secretariat), 29 Oct 2024: four replicas of the Konark wheels, made of sandstone, have been installed at Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre and Amrit Udyan.
Kanaka Raju, whose passing PM Modi condoled on 26 October 2024, was known for his contribution to preserving which dance?
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Correct answer: D — Gussadi
PIB, 26 Oct 2024: 'His rich contribution to preserving Gussadi dance will always motivate the coming generations.'
The commemorative stamp released on 23 October 2024 marks 200 years of Rani Channamma's victory against British rule, which took place on:
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Correct answer: D — 23 October 1824
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: the event commemorated Rani Channamma's glorious victory on 23rd October, 1824 against the British rule.
'Kittur Vijayotsava', whose 200th anniversary was marked with a stamp on 23 October 2024, commemorates the victory of:
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Correct answer: B — Rani Channamma
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: on the 200th anniversary of Kittur Vijayotsava a commemorative postage stamp was released, commemorating Rani Channamma's victory against the British.
At the 2nd Indian Lighthouse Festival (20 October 2024), Sarbananda Sonowal announced two new lighthouses on Odisha's coast at:
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Correct answer: A — Chaumuck and Dhamra
PIB, 20 Oct 2024: two new lighthouses, one at Chaumuck at Narayanpur in Balasore district and another at Dhamra in Bhadrak district.
The 'New Kalwan Lighthouse' dedicated to the nation on 20 October 2024 is located in:
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Correct answer: C — Jamnagar, Gujarat
PIB, 20 Oct 2024: Sonowal dedicated the 'New Kalwan Lighthouse' in Jamnagar, Gujarat, to the nation.
According to Sarbananda Sonowal (20 October 2024), lighthouse tourism in India has grown by how much since 2014?
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Correct answer: B — More than 400%
PIB, 20 Oct 2024: 'Lighthouse Tourism soared by more than 400% since 2014.'
Where was the Lighthouse Tourism Conclave 2024, on day one of the 2nd National Lighthouse Festival (19 October 2024), held?
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Correct answer: A — Puri, Odisha
PIB, 19 Oct 2024: MoPSW hosted the Lighthouse Tourism Conclave 2024 today in Puri.
Which ministry hosted the Lighthouse Tourism Conclave 2024 in October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
PIB, 19 Oct 2024: the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) hosted the conclave.
The 'Aviation Park' showcasing India's aviation heritage, unveiled on 18 October 2024, is located:
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Correct answer: C — Within the premises of the Ministry of Civil Aviation
PIB, 18 Oct 2024: the Ministry of Civil Aviation unveiled the Aviation Park within the premises of the Ministry.
The International Abhidhamma Divas ceremony on 17 October 2024 also celebrated the recognition of which language as a classical language?
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Correct answer: B — Pali
PIB, 17 Oct 2024: ceremony in celebration of International Abhidhamma Divas and recognition of Pali as a classical language at Vigyan Bhavan.
The International Abhidhamma Divas event addressed by the PM on 17 October 2024 was organised by:
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Correct answer: D — International Buddhist Confederation under the Ministry of Culture
PIB, 17 Oct 2024: the event was organised by the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Culture.
Abhidhamma Divas commemorates:
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Correct answer: A — The descent of Lord Buddha from the celestial realm after teaching Abhidhamma
PIB, 17 Oct 2024: Abhidhamma Divas commemorates the descent of Lord Buddha from the celestial realm after teaching Abhidhamma.
The National Maritime Heritage Complex, on which PM Modi wrote a LinkedIn post on 15 October 2024, is being developed at:
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Correct answer: D — Lothal
PIB, 15 Oct 2024: PM wrote a post on LinkedIn elaborating on the advantages of developing a National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal in Gujarat.
The National Maritime Heritage Complex approved by the Union Cabinet on 9 October 2024 is being developed at:
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Correct answer: C — Lothal
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the Cabinet approved development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat.
Which Union Ministry is setting up the National Maritime Heritage Complex at Lothal?
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Correct answer: A — Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways (MoPSW) is setting up a world class NMHC at Lothal.
About how many jobs are expected to be created in the development of the NMHC project at Lothal?
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Correct answer: D — 22,000
PIB (9 Oct 2024): around 22,000 jobs are expected, with 15,000 direct and 7,000 indirect employment.
Consider the following statements about the NMHC at Lothal: 1. Phase 1A is to be developed through land subleasing/PPP. 2. The Light House Museum under Phase 1B will be funded by the Directorate General of Lighthouses and Lightships. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. PIB (9 Oct 2024): Phases 1A and 1B are to be developed in EPC mode and Phase 2 through land subleasing/PPP; the Light House Museum under Phase 1B will be funded by DGLL.
Who received the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award at the 70th National Film Awards on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Mithun Chakraborty
PIB (8 Oct 2024): the President conferred the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2022 on Shri Mithun Chakraborty.
Mithun Chakraborty's Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award, presented on 8 October 2024, was for which year?
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Correct answer: A — 2022
PIB (8 Oct 2024): the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award for the year 2022 was conferred on Mithun Chakraborty.
Which edition of the National Film Awards did President Droupadi Murmu present on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 70th
PIB (8 Oct 2024): the President presented the 70th National Film Awards in New Delhi.
Where is the Banjara Virasat Museum inaugurated by PM Modi on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Poharadevi, Washim
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the Prime Minister inaugurated the Banjara Virasat Museum in Poharadevi; the Washim release places Poharadevi in Washim, Maharashtra.
At whose samadhis did PM Modi seek blessings during his Washim visit on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Sant Sevalal Maharaj and Sant Ramrao Maharaj
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM spoke about seeking blessings from Sant Sevalal Maharaj and Sant Ramrao Maharaj at their samadhi.
When is the Indian Maritime Heritage Conclave, announced by Sarbananda Sonowal on 5 October 2024, scheduled to be held?
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Correct answer: B — Mid-December 2024
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the upcoming Indian Maritime Heritage Conclave is scheduled for mid-December 2024.
On 3 October 2024, the Union Cabinet approved Classical Language status for which group of languages?
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Correct answer: B — Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese and Bengali
PIB (3 Oct 2024): Cabinet approves conferring status of Classical Language to Marathi, Pali, Prakrit, Assamese and Bengali languages.
Which language was declared India's first Classical Language when the category was created on 12 October 2004?
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Correct answer: D — Tamil
PIB (3 Oct 2024): the Government created the category of 'Classical Languages' on 12 October 2004, declaring Tamil as Classical Language.
Which body has been appointed the nodal agency for Classical Languages, as per the Cabinet release of 3 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Sahitya Akademi
PIB (3 Oct 2024): the Linguistics Experts Committee (under Sahitya Akademi) revised the criteria on 25.07.2024, and Sahitya Akademi has been appointed as nodal agency.
Before October 2024, which language was the most recent to be notified as a Classical Language, on 01/03/2014?
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Correct answer: C — Odia
PIB (3 Oct 2024) lists notification dates: Tamil 12/10/2004, Sanskrit 25/11/2005, Telugu and Kannada 31/10/2008, Malayalam 08/08/2013 and Odia 01/03/2014.
Consider the following about Classical Language status, as per the Cabinet release of 3 October 2024: 1. The Linguistic Experts Committee under Sahitya Akademi revised the criteria in a meeting on 25.07.2024. 2. The Maharashtra Government sent its proposal for Classical Language status for Marathi in 2013. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct. PIB (3 Oct 2024): the LEC (under Sahitya Akademi) unanimously revised the criteria in a meeting on 25.07.2024, and a proposal from the Maharashtra Government in 2013 requested Classical Language status for Marathi.