Teaching Current Affairs Quiz — All time
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The opening ceremony of MALABAR 2024 on 9 October 2024 was held onboard INS Satpura at which port?
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Correct answer: B — Visakhapatnam
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the Opening Ceremony of MALABAR 2024 under the Eastern Naval Command was held onboard INS Satpura at Visakhapatnam on 09 Oct 24.
MALABAR 2024, held from 8 to 18 October 2024, was which edition of the exercise?
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Correct answer: D — 28th
PIB (9 Oct 2024): the 28th edition of the multinational maritime exercise commenced on 08 Oct 24 and would extend till 18 Oct 24.
Consider the following statements about Exercise MALABAR: 1. It was initiated in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between India and the US. 2. Japan and Australia joined it subsequently. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct. PIB (9 Oct 2024): MALABAR was initiated in 1992 as a bilateral exercise between India and the US, with Japan and Australia joining in subsequently.
Trachoma, which WHO certified India as having eliminated as a public health problem on 8 October 2024, primarily affects which organ?
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Correct answer: D — Eyes
PIB (8 Oct 2024): trachoma is a bacterial infection that affects the eyes and, if untreated, causes irreversible blindness.
With WHO's October 2024 certification, India became which country in the WHO South-East Asia Region to eliminate trachoma as a public health problem?
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Correct answer: B — Third
PIB (8 Oct 2024): India became the third country in the South-East Asia Region to achieve this milestone.
Trachoma is caused by which bacterium?
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Correct answer: A — Chlamydia trachomatis
PIB (8 Oct 2024): trachoma is caused by the bacterium Chlamydia trachomatis.
How many seats did the BJP win in the Haryana Assembly election, as per ECI results declared on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 48
ECI party-wise results (Haryana, October 2024): Bharatiya Janata Party won 48 of 90 seats.
How many seats did the Indian National Congress win in the 2024 Haryana Assembly election, as per ECI?
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Correct answer: D — 37
ECI party-wise results (Haryana, October 2024): Indian National Congress won 37 seats.
How many seats did the Indian National Lok Dal (INLD) win in the 2024 Haryana Assembly election, as per ECI?
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Correct answer: A — 2
ECI party-wise results (Haryana, October 2024): Indian National Lok Dal won 2 seats.
Consider the following statements about the 2024 Haryana Assembly election results (ECI): 1. Independent candidates won 3 seats. 2. Results were declared for all 90 seats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct. ECI party-wise results (Haryana): Independents won 3; the total shows 90 won and 0 leading, i.e. all 90 seats declared.
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.
Who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024?
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Correct answer: B — John J. Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton
Nobel press release (8 Oct 2024): the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 is awarded to John J. Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton.
Geoffrey Hinton used the Hopfield network as the foundation for which new network, as cited by the Nobel Committee?
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Correct answer: D — Boltzmann machine
Nobel press release (8 Oct 2024): Geoffrey Hinton used the Hopfield network as the foundation for a new network: the Boltzmann machine.
With which university was Geoffrey Hinton affiliated in the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024 announcement?
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Correct answer: C — University of Toronto
Nobel press release (8 Oct 2024): Geoffrey Hinton, University of Toronto, Canada; John J. Hopfield, Princeton University, USA.
Consider the following statements about the Nobel Prize in Physics 2024: 1. The Hopfield network utilises physics that describes a material's characteristics due to atomic spin. 2. The prize of 11 million Swedish kronor is to be shared equally between the laureates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct. Nobel press release (8 Oct 2024): the Hopfield network uses physics describing atomic spin, and the prize amount of 11 million Swedish kronor is to be shared equally.
How many seats did the Jammu & Kashmir National Conference win in the 2024 J&K Assembly election, as per ECI?
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Correct answer: C — 42
ECI party-wise results (Jammu & Kashmir, October 2024): Jammu & Kashmir National Conference won 42 seats.
How many seats did the BJP win in the 2024 Jammu & Kashmir Assembly election, as per ECI?
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Correct answer: A — 29
ECI party-wise results (Jammu & Kashmir, October 2024): Bharatiya Janata Party won 29 seats.
How many seats did the Indian National Congress win in the 2024 Jammu & Kashmir Assembly election, as per ECI?
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Correct answer: D — 6
ECI party-wise results (Jammu & Kashmir, October 2024): Indian National Congress won 6 seats.
Consider the following statements about the 2024 Jammu & Kashmir Assembly election results (ECI): 1. The JKPDP won 5 seats. 2. Independent candidates won 7 seats. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Only statement 2 is correct. ECI party-wise results (Jammu & Kashmir): JKPDP won 3 seats and Independents won 7.
How much has been earmarked for the 'Innovative Projects' component of PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, whose guidelines were notified on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — ₹500 crore
MNRE via PIB (11 Oct 2024): guidelines were notified on 8 October 2024 and ₹500 crore has been earmarked for the Innovative Projects component.
Which body is the Scheme Implementation Agency for the Innovative Projects component of PM-Surya Ghar?
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Correct answer: C — National Institute of Solar Energy
MNRE via PIB (11 Oct 2024): the National Institute of Solar Energy (NISE) will serve as the Scheme Implementation Agency.
Consider the following statements about the Innovative Projects component of PM-Surya Ghar: 1. Selected projects get assistance of up to 60% of project cost or ₹30 crore, whichever is higher. 2. The parent scheme was approved on 29 February 2024 with an outlay of ₹50,000 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Neither 1 nor 2
Neither statement is correct. MNRE via PIB (11 Oct 2024): assistance is up to 60% of project cost or ₹30 crore, whichever is lower; the scheme approved on 29 February 2024 has an outlay of Rs 75,021 crore.
The 'Humsafar Policy' launched on 8 October 2024 relates to:
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Correct answer: C — Wayside amenities along National Highways
PIB (8 Oct 2024): Nitin Gadkari unveiled the Humsafar Policy for onboarding service providers for wayside amenities along National Highways.
Through which NHAI app will service providers under the Humsafar Policy gain online visibility?
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Correct answer: A — Rajmarg Yatra
PIB (8 Oct 2024): service providers will gain enhanced online visibility via NHAI's 'Rajmarg Yatra' app.
Gross enrolments under the Atal Pension Yojana crossed which mark, as announced on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 7 crore
PIB (8 Oct 2024): total gross enrolments under APY have crossed 7 crore, with over 56 lakh in FY 2024-25.
On which date was the Atal Pension Yojana launched?
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Correct answer: D — 9 May 2015
PIB (8 Oct 2024): APY was launched on 9th May 2015.
Which mobile app under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana did Shivraj Singh Chouhan launch on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Awas Sakhi
PIB (8 Oct 2024): Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the Awas Sakhi Mobile App under the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana.
How many Community Managed Training Centres (CMTCs) were inaugurated by Shivraj Singh Chouhan on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 100 in 18 states
PIB (8 Oct 2024): he inaugurated 100 Community Managed Training Centres - CMTCs in 18 states.
Where were the Indian Air Force's 92nd anniversary celebrations held on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Tambaram, Chennai
PIB (8 Oct 2024): the 92nd anniversary of the IAF was celebrated at Air Force Station, Tambaram in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
Who reviewed the ceremonial parade at the IAF's 92nd anniversary celebrations?
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Correct answer: B — Air Chief Marshal AP Singh
PIB (8 Oct 2024): CDS Gen Anil Chauhan graced the celebrations, while the ceremonial parade was reviewed by Chief of the Air Staff Air Chief Marshal AP Singh.
Which shipyard built Nirdeshak, the second Survey Vessel (Large) delivered to the Indian Navy on 8 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, Kolkata
PIB (8 Oct 2024): Nirdeshak (Yard 3026) was built at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata, and delivered on 08 Oct 24.
Which was the first ship of the Survey Vessel (Large) class, commissioned on 3 February 2024?
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Correct answer: C — INS Sandhayak
PIB (8 Oct 2024): the first ship of the class, INS Sandhayak, was commissioned on 03 Feb 24.
What support did India extend to Maldives as a bilateral currency swap agreement, as noted during President Muizzu's state visit in October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — USD 400 million and INR 30 billion
India-Maldives Vision document (PIB, 7 Oct 2024): President Muizzu appreciated India's support in the form of USD 400 million and INR 30 billion as a bilateral currency swap agreement.
Which Indian payment card was launched in Maldives on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — RuPay
List of Outcomes (PIB, 7 Oct 2024): Launch of RuPay Card in Maldives.
The new runway of which Maldivian airport was inaugurated as an outcome of President Muizzu's October 2024 state visit to India?
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Correct answer: D — Hanimaadhoo International Airport
List of Outcomes (PIB, 7 Oct 2024): Inauguration of the new runway of Hanimaadhoo International Airport (HIA).
Which Maldivian Coast Guard Ship is to be refitted by India on gratis basis, as listed in the outcomes of the October 2024 state visit?
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Correct answer: A — Huravee
List of Outcomes (PIB, 7 Oct 2024): Refit of Maldivian Coast Guard Ship Huravee by the Government of India on gratis basis.
Consider the following about the India-Maldives outcomes of 7 October 2024: 1. The two sides agreed to collaborate in developing a commercial port at Thilafushi island. 2. The 700 social housing units handed over were built under World Bank financing. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct: the Vision document says the two sides will collaborate in developing a state-of-the-art commercial port at Thilafushi island. Statement 2 is incorrect: the 700 social housing units were built under EXIM Bank's Buyers' Credit Facilities.
Who were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine?
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Correct answer: B — Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun
Nobel press release (7 Oct 2024): the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded jointly to Victor Ambros and Gary Ruvkun.
The 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine was awarded for the discovery of:
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Correct answer: D — microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation
Nobel press release (7 Oct 2024): the prize was awarded 'for the discovery of microRNA and its role in post-transcriptional gene regulation'.
On which model organism did Ambros and Ruvkun make the discovery honoured by the 2024 Medicine Nobel?
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Correct answer: C — C. elegans (roundworm)
Nobel press release (7 Oct 2024): they studied the 1 mm long roundworm C. elegans, including the lin-4 and lin-14 mutant strains.
Consider the following about the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physiology or Medicine: 1. Ambros and Ruvkun published their microRNA findings in 1993 in the journal Cell. 2. In 2000, Ruvkun's group discovered another microRNA, encoded by the let-7 gene. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct. Nobel press release (7 Oct 2024): the results were published in 1993 in two articles in the journal Cell; in 2000 Ruvkun's research group published the discovery of another microRNA, encoded by the let-7 gene.
The Red Panda Conservation Breeding and Augmentation Programme shortlisted for the 2024 WAZA Conservation Award belongs to which zoo?
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Correct answer: C — Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling
PIB (7 Oct 2024): the Red Panda Conservation Breeding and Augmentation Programme of Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park, Darjeeling, has been shortlisted among the top three finalists by WAZA.
Into which protected area were nine captive-bred red pandas released between 2022 and 2024 under the Darjeeling zoo's programme?
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Correct answer: A — Singalila National Park
PIB (7 Oct 2024): between 2022 and 2024, nine captive-bred red pandas (seven females and two males) were released into Singalila National Park in West Bengal.
Monthly nutrition support per TB patient under Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana was raised on 7 October 2024 from Rs 500 to:
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Correct answer: A — Rs 1,000
PIB (7 Oct 2024): support under Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana was increased from Rs 500 per month to Rs 1,000 per month for all TB patients.
Energy Dense Nutritional Supplementation (EDNS), announced on 7 October 2024, is for TB patients with:
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Correct answer: D — BMI below 18.5
PIB (7 Oct 2024): energy dense nutrition supplementation will be introduced for all patients with BMI<18.5, covering about 12 lakh underweight patients.
What additional allocation did the government approve for Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana, as announced on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Rs 1,040 crore
PIB (7 Oct 2024): the Government approved an additional allocation of Rs 1040 crores to Ni-kshay Poshan Yojana; Rs 3,202 crore is the amount disbursed so far.
In which city was the 12th meeting of the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments held on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Mumbai
PIB (7 Oct 2024): the 12th Meeting of the India-UAE HLJTFI took place in Mumbai.
In which year was the India-UAE High Level Joint Task Force on Investments established?
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Correct answer: D — 2013
PIB (7 Oct 2024): the HLJTFI was established in 2013 to promote trade, investment and economic ties between India and the UAE.
India's UPI is to be interlinked with which UAE national payment platform, as stated after the 12th HLJTFI meeting?
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Correct answer: B — AANI
PIB (7 Oct 2024): interlinking of the two national payment platforms - UPI (India) and AANI (UAE) - to facilitate seamless cross-border transactions.
By which year did Amit Shah say Naxalism will be completely eliminated, at the LWE review meeting on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 2026
PIB (7 Oct 2024): 'Under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, we will completely eliminate Naxalism by 2026.'
According to the Home Ministry on 7 October 2024, how many Naxalites have been neutralised in Chhattisgarh since January 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 237
PIB (7 Oct 2024): since January 2024, a total of 237 Naxalites have been neutralised, 812 arrested and 723 have surrendered in Chhattisgarh.
The internal committee formed by CBDT in October 2024 will comprehensively review which law?
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Correct answer: A — Income-tax Act, 1961
PIB (7 Oct 2024): CBDT has formed an internal committee to oversee a comprehensive review of the Income-tax Act, 1961.
Consider the following about the review of the Income-tax Act announced on 7 October 2024: 1. The internal committee was formed by the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC). 2. 'Compliance Reduction' is one of the four categories in which suggestions are invited. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is incorrect: the committee was formed by the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT). Statement 2 is correct: the four categories are simplification of language, litigation reduction, compliance reduction, and redundant/obsolete provisions.
Under ADITI 2.0, launched at DefConnect 4.0 on 7 October 2024, iDEX winners can receive a grant of up to:
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Correct answer: C — Rs 25 crore
PIB (7 Oct 2024): the ADITI scheme offers a grant of up to Rs 25 crore to iDEX winners; DISC 12 offers grants up to Rs 1.50 crore.
Which new initiative was introduced in DISC 12 (Defence India Start-up Challenges), launched on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Medical Innovations and Research Advancement (MIRA)
PIB (7 Oct 2024): DISC 12 introduces the Medical Innovations and Research Advancement (MIRA) initiative, with nine challenges for the medical needs of the Armed Forces.
According to Rajnath Singh at DefConnect 4.0, procurement orders worth how much have been placed for 26 iDEX products?
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Correct answer: B — Rs 1,000 crore
PIB (7 Oct 2024): Rs 1,000 crore procurement orders placed for 26 iDEX products: Shri Rajnath Singh.
Where is the skill centre for which NSDC signed an MoU with the Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation on 7 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Kandivali, Mumbai
PIB (7 Oct 2024): NSDC partnered with BMC to inaugurate a cutting-edge skill centre in Kandivali, Mumbai; the MoU was signed in the presence of Piyush Goyal.
According to Dr Jitendra Singh on 6 October 2024, how much has been earmarked for a Venture Fund for space start-ups?
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Correct answer: C — Rs 1,000 crore
PIB (6 Oct 2024): Rupees 1,000 crore has been earmarked for Venture Fund to Space StartUps, said Dr Jitendra Singh.
As per Dr Jitendra Singh in October 2024, India's space sector now has about how many start-ups?
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Correct answer: A — 200 plus
PIB (6 Oct 2024): 'From one digit we are now 200 plus StartUps in Space sector.'
Which rocket did Dr Jitendra Singh refer to as India's first private rocket?
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Correct answer: D — Vikram-S
PIB (6 Oct 2024): he referred to India's first private Rocket, Vikram-S.
Which stadium hosted its first international match when India played Bangladesh in the first T20I on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium, Gwalior
Sportstar (6 Oct 2024): the Shrimant Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium was hosting its first international match; AP calls it the newly built Madhavrao Scindia Cricket Stadium in Gwalior.
Which two players made their T20I debuts for India against Bangladesh at Gwalior on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Mayank Yadav and Nitish Kumar Reddy
AP (6 Oct 2024): the hosts fielded two debutants in pacer Mayank Yadav and all-rounder Nitish Kumar Reddy; Sportstar also names both as debutants.
By what margin did India beat Bangladesh in the first T20I at Gwalior on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Seven wickets
AP and Sportstar (6 Oct 2024): India beat Bangladesh by seven wickets.
Where was the Indian Air Force's 92nd anniversary air show held on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Marina Beach, Chennai
PIB (6 Oct 2024): the IAF air show was held at Marina Beach, Chennai, ahead of its 92nd anniversary.
What was the theme of the IAF's 92nd anniversary celebrations in 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar
PIB (6 Oct 2024): the theme for this year was Sashakt, Saksham, Atmanirbhar (Potent, Powerful, Self-reliant); 'Touch the Sky with Glory' is the IAF motto.
Who was the chief guest at the IAF air show at Marina Beach, Chennai, on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — MK Stalin
PIB (6 Oct 2024): the Chief Guest for the event was Shri MK Stalin, Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.
By what margin did India beat Pakistan in the ICC Women's T20 World Cup match in Dubai on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — Six wickets
ICC and BBC (6 Oct 2024): India beat Pakistan by six wickets at Dubai.
Who was named Player of the Match in India's win over Pakistan at the Women's T20 World Cup on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Arundhati Reddy
ICC (6 Oct 2024): Player of the Match Arundhati Reddy spoke to journalists after the game; BBC notes she starred with 3-19.
Where will SAI develop the National Centre of Sports Excellence under its MoU with the Maharashtra Government announced on 6 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Kandivali, Mumbai
PIB (6 Oct 2024): SAI signed an MoU with the Government of Maharashtra to develop a National Centre of Sports Excellence at Kandivali, Mumbai.
On what terms has the 37-acre Kandivali land been leased to the Sports Authority of India?
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Correct answer: B — 30 years at Re 1 per annum
PIB (6 Oct 2024): the 37-acre land parcel has been leased for 30 years at the rate of Re. 1 per annum to SAI.
SAI's regional administrative centre at Kandivali will have jurisdiction over:
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Correct answer: B — Maharashtra, Goa, and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu
PIB (6 Oct 2024): SAI plans to operate its National Centre of Excellence and regional administrative centre with jurisdiction across Maharashtra, Goa and Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu.
World Cerebral Palsy Day is observed on:
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Correct answer: D — 6 October
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the Government of India celebrates World Cerebral Palsy Day on 6th October 2024.
What was the theme of World Cerebral Palsy Day 2024?
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Correct answer: B — #UniquelyCP
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the 2024 theme is '#UniquelyCP', to raise awareness that a person's disability is not their entire identity.
Which ships of the Indian Navy's First Training Squadron arrived at Muscat, Oman, on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — INS Tir, INS Shardul and ICGS Veera
PIB (6 Oct 2024): INS Tir, Shardul and Indian Coast Guard Ship Veera of the First Training Squadron arrived at Muscat, Oman on 05 Oct 24.
The October 2024 port call was which visit of the First Training Squadron to Muscat in the last ten years?
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Correct answer: C — Third
PIB (6 Oct 2024): in the last ten years, this is the third visit of 1TS to Muscat, Oman.
Who, as Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, visited Oman from 6 to 9 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Vice Admiral V Srinivas
PIB (6 Oct 2024): VAdm V Srinivas, Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Southern Naval Command, will be on an official visit to Oman from 06 to 09 Oct 24.
Which instalment of PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi did PM Modi disburse at Washim, Maharashtra, on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — 18th
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the Prime Minister disbursed the 18th installment of the PM-KISAN Samman Nidhi in Washim, Maharashtra.
What was the approximate value of the 18th PM-KISAN instalment released on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: A — Rs 20,000 crore
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the 18th installment of PM-KISAN was worth about Rs 20,000 crore; Rs 23,300 crore is the total value of all initiatives launched in Washim.
GAUCHIP and MAHISHCHIP, launched by PM Modi in Washim on 5 October 2024, are:
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Correct answer: C — Unified genomic chips for indigenous cattle and buffaloes
PIB (5 Oct 2024): Unified Genomic Chip, GAUCHIP for indigenous cattle and MAHISHCHIP for buffaloes, have been developed along with genotyping services.
How many Farmer Producer Organisations (FPOs) did PM Modi dedicate to the nation at Washim on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — 9,200
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM dedicated to the nation 9,200 FPOs with a combined turnover of around Rs 1,300 crore; 7,500 is the number of AIF projects.
Which instalment of the NaMo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana was launched by PM Modi in Washim on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: C — 5th
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM launched the 5th installment of NaMo Shetkari Mahasanman Nidhi Yojana worth about Rs 2,000 crore.
Projects worth over how much were inaugurated and had foundation stones laid by PM Modi in Thane on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: B — Rs 32,800 crore
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for various projects worth over Rs 32,800 crore in Thane, Maharashtra.
What is the approximate cost of the Thane Integral Ring Metro Rail Project whose foundation stone was laid on 5 October 2024?
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Correct answer: D — Rs 12,200 crore
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM laid the foundation stone of the Thane Integral Ring Metro Rail Project to be constructed at a cost of around Rs 12,200 crore.
The Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension, whose foundation stone was laid on 5 October 2024, runs between:
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Correct answer: A — Chheda Nagar and Anand Nagar, Thane
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM laid the foundation stone of the Elevated Eastern Freeway Extension from Chheda Nagar to Anand Nagar, Thane, worth around Rs 3,310 crore.
In the NAINA project, whose Phase-1 foundation stone was laid on 5 October 2024, NAINA stands for:
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Correct answer: A — Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area
PIB (5 Oct 2024): the PM laid the foundation stone of Phase-1 of the Navi Mumbai Airport Influence Notified Area (NAINA) project worth around Rs 2,550 crore.