International Relations Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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In his message of 6 November 2024 congratulating Donald Trump, PM Modi referred to the India-US relationship as a:
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Correct answer: C — Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership
PIB (PMO): the PM looked forward to renewing collaboration to further strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global and Strategic Partnership.
Consider the following about PM Modi's contact with Donald Trump on 6 November 2024: 1. The PM spoke to Trump by phone on the same day. 2. The PM mentioned space among the sectors for closer India-US cooperation. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (PMO): the PM had a conversation with President-elect Trump on 6 November and mentioned technology, defence, energy, space and other sectors. Both are correct.
How many trainees nominated by the International Seabed Authority were felicitated at MoES on 6 November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 21
PIB (MoES): Jitendra Singh felicitated 21 trainees nominated by the ISA on 6 November 2024.
The International Seabed Authority is headquartered in:
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Correct answer: D — Kingston, Jamaica
PIB (MoES): ISA, headquartered in Kingston, Jamaica, was established in 1994 under UNCLOS.
Which two MoES institutions trained the ISA nominees felicitated in November 2024?
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Correct answer: C — NIOT Chennai and NCPOR Goa
PIB (MoES): the trainings were conducted by NIOT, Chennai, and NCPOR, Goa.
The International Seabed Authority was established in 1994 under:
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Correct answer: D — The United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea
PIB (MoES): ISA was established in 1994 under the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).
The India–US Military Cooperation Group meeting held at the Manekshaw Centre on 5–6 November 2024 was its:
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Correct answer: A — 21st edition
PIB (MoD): the 21st edition of the India–US MCG meeting was held from 5 to 6 November 2024 at the Manekshaw Centre, New Delhi.
Who co-chaired the 21st India–US Military Cooperation Group meeting for India?
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Correct answer: C — CISC Lt Gen JP Mathew
PIB (MoD): it was co-chaired by Chief of Integrated Defence Staff Lt Gen JP Mathew (India) and Lt Gen Joshua M Rudd, Deputy Commander, US INDOPACOM.
What was the theme of the first Asian Buddhist Summit held in New Delhi in November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Role of Buddha Dhamma in strengthening Asia
PIB (Culture): the summit was themed 'Role of Buddha Dhamma in strengthening Asia'.
The first Asian Buddhist Summit (5 November 2024) was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with:
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Correct answer: C — International Buddhist Confederation
PIB (President's Secretariat): the summit was organised by the Ministry of Culture in collaboration with the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC).
Participants from how many countries attended the first Asian Buddhist Summit in November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 32
PIB (Culture): the summit saw participation from 32 countries with over 160 international participants.
The edition of the Indian Navy's MAHASAGAR virtual interaction held on 5 November 2024 was the:
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Correct answer: B — Third
PIB (MoD): the third edition of MAHASAGAR was conducted on 5 November 2024.
What was the theme of the third MAHASAGAR interaction (November 2024)?
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Correct answer: D — Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in IOR
PIB (MoD): the theme was 'Training Cooperation to Mitigate Common Maritime Security Challenges in IOR'.
V D Chafekar, formerly of the Indian Coast Guard, was appointed (announced November 2024) as Executive Director of:
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Correct answer: D — ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre, Singapore
PIB (MoD): ADG (Retd) V D Chafekar has been appointed the seventh Executive Director of ReCAAP ISC in Singapore.
The ReCAAP Information Sharing Centre, the first regional government-to-government agreement against piracy in Asia, was established in:
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Correct answer: B — 2006
PIB (MoD): established in 2006, ReCAAP ISC is the first regional G2G agreement to promote cooperation against piracy and armed robbery at sea in Asia.
What is the name of the Indo-Kazakh joint venture agreed by IREL and UKTMP JSC on 5 November 2024?
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Correct answer: A — IREUK Titanium Limited
PIB (DAE): IREL and UKTMP JSC signed an agreement to establish the JV IREUK Titanium Limited for production of Ti slag in India.
UKTMP JSC, IREL's partner in the joint venture signed in November 2024, is from which country?
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Correct answer: D — Kazakhstan
PIB (DAE): Ust-Kamenogorsk Titanium and Magnesium Plant JSC is from Kazakhstan.
The IREL–UKTMP joint venture (November 2024) will produce which product in India?
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Correct answer: B — Titanium slag
PIB (DAE): the JV is for production of Ti slag, beneficiating low-grade ilmenite into high-grade titanium feedstock.
The seventh session of the International Solar Alliance Assembly (4 November 2024) had representatives from how many Member countries?
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Correct answer: A — 103
PIB (MNRE): the seventh session had representatives from 103 Member and 17 Signatory countries.
Which country retained the Co-Presidency of the ISA Assembly for 2024–26 after a contest with Grenada?
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Correct answer: B — France
PIB (MNRE): France won the contested Co-Presidency against Grenada; India retained the Presidency.
Consider the following about the ISA Assembly elections of November 2024: 1. India was the sole contender for the post of President. 2. Vice Presidents were elected from ISA's four regional groups. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (MNRE): India was the sole contender for President; Vice Presidents were elected two each from the four regional groups (Africa; Asia and the Pacific; Europe and Others; Latin America and the Caribbean).
Who was selected as the third Director General of the International Solar Alliance in November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Ashish Khanna
PIB (MNRE): the ISA announced the selection of Ashish Khanna (India) as its third Director General.
Ashish Khanna succeeds which Director General, who has led the ISA since 2021?
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Correct answer: D — Ajay Mathur
PIB (MNRE): outgoing Director General Ajay Mathur has led the ISA since 2021.
In November 2024, PM Narendra Modi strongly condemned an attack on a Hindu temple in which country?
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Correct answer: D — Canada
PIB (PMO, 4 Nov 2024): the PM strongly condemned the deliberate attack on a Hindu temple in Canada.
Consider the following about PM Modi's statement of 4 November 2024: 1. He also condemned attempts to intimidate Indian diplomats. 2. He said India expects the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (PMO): the PM called the attempts to intimidate Indian diplomats 'equally appalling' and said 'We expect the Canadian government to ensure justice and uphold the rule of law.'
With whom did CDS Gen Anil Chauhan sign a memorandum on defence cooperation during his visit to Algeria (31 October–3 November 2024)?
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Correct answer: A — Gen Said Chanegriha
PIB (Defence): Gen Chauhan and his counterpart General of Army Said Chanegriha, Chief of Staff of the Algerian People's National Army, signed the memorandum.
The Algerian military parade of 1 November 2024, attended during the CDS's visit, marked which anniversary of Algeria's Revolution?
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Correct answer: D — 70th
PIB (Defence): the parade and events of 1 November 2024 marked the 70th anniversary of Algeria's Glorious Revolution.
Consider the following about CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's visit to Algeria: 1. The visit lasted from 31 October to 3 November 2024. 2. The CDS said India has re-established its Defence Wing in Algeria. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (Defence): the visit was from 31 Oct to 03 Nov 2024, and the CDS said 'India has re-established its Defence Wing in Algeria'.
In November 2024, PM Modi congratulated whom on election as the President of Botswana?
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Correct answer: B — Duma Boko
PIB (PMO): the PM congratulated Mr. Duma Boko on his election as the President of Botswana.
Duma Boko, congratulated by PM Modi on 3 November 2024, was elected President of which country?
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Correct answer: D — Botswana
PIB (PMO): Duma Boko was elected President of Botswana.
Which session of the ILO Governing Body was held in Geneva from 28 October to 7 November 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 352nd
PIB (Labour): the 352nd Governing Body meeting of the ILO is being held at Geneva from 28 October to 7 November 2024.
At the ILO Governing Body (November 2024), India said how many people escaped multidimensional poverty in the last nine years?
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Correct answer: C — 248 million
PIB (Labour): 248 million individuals escaped multidimensional poverty in the last 9 years, as measured by the multidimensional poverty index.
Which ILO flagship report, cited by India in November 2024, points to a doubling of social protection coverage in India?
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Correct answer: A — World Social Protection Report 2024–26
PIB (Labour): the ILO's flagship World Social Protection Report 2024–26 points out the doubling of social protection coverage in India.
Which Greek Prime Minister spoke with PM Modi by phone on 1 November 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Kyriakos Mitsotakis
PIB (PMO): PM Modi received a telephone call from the Prime Minister of Greece, Kyriakos Mitsotakis.
Which economic corridor did PM Modi and PM Mitsotakis discuss in their November 2024 call?
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Correct answer: A — IMEEC
PIB (PMO): the leaders exchanged views on regional and global issues, including IMEEC and developments in West Asia.
Where was the G20 Disaster Risk Reduction Working Group Ministerial Meeting (30 October–1 November 2024) held?
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Correct answer: B — Belem
PIB (MHA): the G20 DRRWG Ministerial Meeting was held from 30 October to 1 November 2024 in Belem, Brazil.
Who led India's delegation to the G20 DRRWG Ministerial Meeting in Belem in 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Dr P K Mishra
PIB (MHA): the Indian delegation was led by Principal Secretary to the Prime Minister, Dr P K Mishra.
A South African Navy delegation visited Headquarters Sea Training from 21 to 31 October 2024. Under which Indian naval command is it?
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Correct answer: B — Southern Naval Command
PIB (Defence), 2 Nov 2024: the delegation visited Headquarters Sea Training (HQST) at Southern Naval Command from 21–31 Oct 24.
A nine-member delegation led by RAdm (JG) Nevielie Kurt Howell visited India's Headquarters Sea Training in October 2024. Which navy did it represent?
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Correct answer: D — South African Navy
PIB (Defence), 2 Nov 2024: a nine-member delegation from the South African Navy (SAN) led by RAdm (JG) Nevielie Kurt Howell visited HQST from 21–31 Oct 24.
In which city was India's updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) released at CBD COP16 on 30 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Cali
PIB (MoEFCC), 3 Nov 2024: the document was released at a special event on 30 October 2024 in Cali, Colombia.
How many national biodiversity targets does India's updated NBSAP set?
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Correct answer: C — 23
PIB (MoEFCC), 3 Nov 2024: the updated NBSAP aligns with the KMGBF, setting 23 national biodiversity targets.
India's updated NBSAP, released at COP16, is aligned with which global framework?
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Correct answer: D — Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework
PIB (MoEFCC), 3 Nov 2024: the updated NBSAP is aligned with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF).
Consider the following about India's updated NBSAP: 1. It was released by Union MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh. 2. Its update involved a consultative process with 23 central ministries. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (MoEFCC), 3 Nov 2024: MoS Kirti Vardhan Singh released the updated NBSAP; the update was led by MoEFCC and involved 23 central ministries, departments, state-level organisations, communities and other stakeholders.
CDS Gen Anil Chauhan was invited as Guest of Honour in Algeria in November 2024 for the military parade marking:
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Correct answer: C — The 70th anniversary of the revolution of 1 November 1954
PIB (MoD), 30 Oct 2024: the Military Parade and Ceremony commemorating Algeria's 70th Anniversary of the Glorious revolution of 01 Nov 1954, where Gen Chauhan was invited as Guest of Honour.
According to the MoD release of 30 October 2024, what were the dates of CDS Gen Anil Chauhan's official visit to Algeria?
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Correct answer: D — 31 October–4 November 2024
PIB (MoD), 30 Oct 2024: the CDS will embark on an official visit to Algeria from 31st October to 4th November 2024.
Indian Railways renewed its MoU with Switzerland's DETEC on 29 October 2024. When was the original MoU signed?
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Correct answer: B — 31 August 2017
PIB (Railways), 29 Oct 2024: the original MoU, signed on August 31, 2017, was valid for five years.
In India's COP16 national statement of 29 October 2024, the number of Indian Ramsar sites was said to have risen since 2014 from 26 to:
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Correct answer: D — 85
PIB (MoEFCC), 30 Oct 2024: India's Ramsar sites have risen from 26 to 85 since 2014.
According to India's COP16 statement, how many of the 36 globally recognised biodiversity hotspots does India house?
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Correct answer: B — Four
PIB (MoEFCC), 30 Oct 2024: India is one of the world's 17 megadiverse nations, housing four out of the 36 globally recognised biodiversity hotspots.
At CBD COP16, Colombia's Environment Minister Susana Muhamad took over the COP Presidency from:
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Correct answer: A — Huang Runqiu of China
PIB (MoEFCC), 30 Oct 2024: the MoS congratulated Susana Muhamad on taking over the COP Presidency from the longest-serving COP President, Huang Runqiu of China.
Which edition of SIMBEX was held from 23 to 29 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — 31st
PIB (Defence), 31 Oct 2024: the 31st edition of SIMBEX was conducted from 23 to 29 Oct 2024.
Which Indian Navy ship of the Eastern Fleet took part in SIMBEX 2024 alongside RSS Tenacious?
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Correct answer: D — INS Shivalik
PIB (Defence), 31 Oct 2024: RSS Tenacious with the Indian Navy's INS Shivalik of the Eastern Fleet and a P8I aircraft participated.
Where was the harbour phase of SIMBEX 2024 held?
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Correct answer: B — Visakhapatnam
PIB (Defence), 31 Oct 2024: the harbour phase was held at Visakhapatnam from 23–25 Oct; the sea phase was in the Bay of Bengal on 28–29 Oct.
Where is the TATA Aircraft Complex for manufacturing C-295 aircraft, inaugurated on 28 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Vadodara
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: the complex is at the TASL campus in Vadodara, Gujarat.
Consider the following about the C-295 facility inaugurated in Vadodara: 1. It is the first private-sector Final Assembly Line for military aircraft in India. 2. It was built by Tata Advanced Systems in collaboration with Airbus Spain. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: the facility is the first private sector Final Assembly Line for military aircraft in the country; MEA's list of outcomes says it was built by Tata Advanced Systems in collaboration with Airbus Spain.
How many C-295 aircraft are to be manufactured in India under the programme?
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Correct answer: D — 40
MEA joint statement (PIB), 28 Oct 2024: the plant will roll out the first Made in India C295 in 2026, out of a total of 40 aircraft to be manufactured in India.
How many C-295 aircraft is Airbus Spain delivering to India in fly-away condition?
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Correct answer: B — 16
PIB (PMO), 28 Oct 2024: Airbus Spain is delivering 16 aircraft in fly-away condition, of which 6 have already been delivered to the IAF.
According to the MoD, by when is the first Made-in-India C-295 expected to be rolled out from Vadodara?
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Correct answer: B — September 2026
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: First Made-in-India C-295 expected to be rolled out by September 2026.
During Pedro Sanchez's visit in October 2024, India and Spain announced 2026 as the India-Spain Year of:
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Correct answer: D — Culture, Tourism and AI
MEA list of outcomes (PIB), 28 Oct 2024: Announcement of the Year 2026 as India-Spain Year of Culture, Tourism and AI.
In which Indian city did Spain announce it would establish a consulate in October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Bengaluru
MEA list of outcomes (PIB), 28 Oct 2024: establishment of a Spanish Consulate in Bengaluru and operationalisation of the Indian Consulate in Barcelona.
According to the India-Spain Joint Statement, Pedro Sanchez's visit in October 2024 was the first visit by a President of the Government of Spain to India after how many years?
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Correct answer: C — 18
MEA joint statement (PIB), 28 Oct 2024: this was the first visit by a President of the Government of Spain to India after 18 years.
Piyush Goyal's Saudi Arabia visit of 29–30 October 2024 was to participate in which edition of the Future Investment Initiative?
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Correct answer: A — 8th
PIB (Commerce), 28 Oct 2024: Goyal to participate in the 8th Future Investment Initiative.
In which city was the 8th Future Investment Initiative, attended by Piyush Goyal in October 2024, held?
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Correct answer: C — Riyadh
PIB (Commerce), 28 Oct 2024: the visit to Riyadh for the 8th FII.
What was the cost of the Passenger Terminal Building and Maitri Dwar at Petrapole inaugurated on 27 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — ₹487 crore
PIB (MHA), 27 Oct 2024: built at a cost of Rs 487 crore by the LPAI.
Which body built the new Passenger Terminal Building at Petrapole?
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Correct answer: A — Land Port Authority of India
PIB (MHA), 27 Oct 2024: built by the Land Port Authority of India (LPAI).
According to the Home Minister at Petrapole on 27 October 2024, how many land ports are currently operating in India?
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Correct answer: B — 12
PIB (MHA), 27 Oct 2024: currently 12 land ports are being operated in India, with plans to establish 23 more.
Consider the following about the Petrapole inauguration of 27 October 2024: 1. A Maitri Dwar was inaugurated along with the Passenger Terminal Building. 2. The facilities were built by the National Highways Authority of India. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB (MHA), 27 Oct 2024: the Passenger Terminal Building and Maitri Dwar were inaugurated; they were built by the Land Port Authority of India, not NHAI.
Which Indian Navy frigate arrived at La Réunion on 27 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — INS Talwar
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: INS Talwar arrived at La Réunion on 27 October 24 as part of her deployment in the IOR.
INS Talwar, which visited La Réunion in October 2024, was commissioned on:
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Correct answer: B — 18 June 2003
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: INS Talwar was commissioned on 18 June 2003.
Before reaching La Réunion, INS Talwar had taken part in which multilateral exercise held in South Africa?
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Correct answer: D — IBSAMAR VIII
PIB (MoD), 28 Oct 2024: the ship had recently participated in the IBSAMAR VIII multilateral exercise held in South Africa.
What was the motto of the 7th India-Germany Inter-Governmental Consultations held in New Delhi on 25 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Growing Together with Innovation, Mobility and Sustainability
PIB joint statement, 25 Oct 2024: under the motto 'Growing Together with Innovation, Mobility and Sustainability', the 7th IGC placed emphasis on technology, talent, mobility and climate action.
The India-Germany joint statement of 25 October 2024 noted that 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of which agreement?
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Correct answer: D — Inter-Governmental Agreement on Cooperation in Scientific Research and Technological Development
PIB joint statement, 25 Oct 2024: the year 2024 marks the 50th anniversary of the signing of the Inter-Governmental Agreement on Cooperation in Scientific Research and Technological Development.
Consider the following about the 7th India-Germany IGC (25 October 2024): 1. The list of outcomes included a Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty in Criminal Matters. 2. It was Olaf Scholz's first visit to India as Chancellor. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB, 25 Oct 2024: the list of outcomes includes a Mutual Legal Assistance Treaty (MLAT) in Criminal Matters (1 is correct). The joint statement says it was Scholz's third visit to India as Chancellor (2 is wrong).
The National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG) concluded its first Mid-Career Training Programme on 25 October 2024 for 36 civil servants from which grouping's member nations?
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Correct answer: C — BIMSTEC
PIB, 26 Oct 2024: NCGG concluded its first Mid-Career Training Programme for civil servants from BIMSTEC nations, organised from October 14 to October 25; 36 civil servants participated.
On what topic did Rajnath Singh deliver the keynote address at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue on 24 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — India's Vision for Development & Security
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: sharing his insights on the topic 'India's Vision for Development & Security', Raksha Mantri said development and security are deeply interconnected.
Consider the following statements made by Rajnath Singh at the Chanakya Defence Dialogue (24 October 2024): 1. The broad India-China consensus to resolve differences in certain areas along the LAC is proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions. 2. 'Aatmanirbharta' means India will work in isolation from other nations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
PIB, 24 Oct 2024: he said the broad consensus achieved by India and China in certain areas along the LAC is proof that continuous dialogue brings solutions (1 is correct), and that 'Aatmanirbharta' does not mean working in isolation (2 is wrong).
What was the theme of the 16th BRICS Summit held in Kazan (22-24 October 2024), as stated in the Kazan Declaration?
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Correct answer: B — Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security
Kazan Declaration, para 1: the leaders met in Kazan from 22 to 24 October 2024 for the XVI BRICS Summit under the theme 'Strengthening Multilateralism for Just Global Development and Security'.
How many new BRICS partner countries did the leaders welcome at the 16th BRICS Summit in Kazan (PIB, 23 October 2024)?
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Correct answer: D — 13
PIB, 23 Oct 2024: 'The leaders welcomed the 13 new BRICS partner countries.'
In the Kazan Declaration (23 October 2024), 'BRICS Clear' refers to:
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Correct answer: A — An independent cross-border settlement and depositary infrastructure
Kazan Declaration: leaders agree to discuss and study the feasibility of establishment of an independent cross-border settlement and depositary infrastructure, BRICS Clear.
The Kazan Declaration (23 October 2024) welcomed India's candidacy to host which event?
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Correct answer: C — COP 33 in 2028
Kazan Declaration: 'We support Brazil's leadership in hosting COP30 in 2025 and welcome India's candidacy to host COP 33 in 2028.'