Current Affairs Quiz 2024
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In which year was the Treaty of Lagos signed, establishing ECOWAS?

  • 1980
  • 1975 (correct)
  • 1970
  • 1985

Which country has had Observer Status in ECOWAS since 2004?

  • India (correct)
  • Nepal
  • Pakistan
  • Bangladesh

What is the primary mission of Mission Aspides launched by the European Union?

  • To stabilize economies in West Africa
  • To promote trade among GCC countries
  • To support military operations in Ukraine
  • To protect Red Sea vessels from Houthi attacks (correct)

How many members are part of ECOWAS?

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What significant event did PM Modi inaugurate in Abu Dhabi?

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Which theme was set for the 2024 Raisina Dialogue conference?

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Which countries' payment platforms are being interlinked as part of PM Modi's agreements in UAE?

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What is the significance of 'Xiaokang' villages being built by China?

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Which individual was awarded Padma Shri for their contribution to arts?

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What is the theme for National Voters Day, celebrated on January 25?

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Which country did the Australian Open men's singles winner Jannik Sinner represent?

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Which award did Aitana Bonmati win at the Best FIFA Football Awards 2023?

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On which date does Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas occur?

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Which rice variety from West Bengal has been granted a GI tag?

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Which festival will be organized in Colombo, Sri Lanka from March 1, 2024?

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What significant historical event is Parakram Diwas commemorating?

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Which tribe from Odisha was invited as a special guest for the Republic Day parade?

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What significant achievement did Arunachal Pradesh reach in February 2024?

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Which leader played a significant role in establishing the Non-Aligned Movement?

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Which bridge has been inaugurated in Gujarat, recognized as the country's longest cable bridge?

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What significant event occurred regarding Bangladesh's elections?

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What initiative does India's first indigenous hydrogen fuel cell ferry relate to?

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What is the significance of the Treaty of Yandaboo established in 1826?

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Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Lokpal?

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The concept of 'One Nation, One Election' refers to what?

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Which party does the newly declared President of Taiwan belong to?

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Which sweets from Uttar Pradesh received a GI tag?

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How many members are there in Bangladesh's Jatiya Sangsad (Parliament)?

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What is the height of the world's tallest Ram temple planned to be built in Perth, Australia?

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What is the length of the Sudarshan Setu bridge inaugurated in Gujarat?

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Who became the youngest Prime Minister of France?

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Which country has the largest gold reserves according to Forbes?

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What primary function do Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) serve?

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Who is the nodal refinancing agency for PACS?

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How many Primary Agricultural Credit Societies are currently functional in the country?

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What is the objective of the UNNATI 2024 scheme?

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Which ministry is responsible for the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan Evam Rozgar Aadharith Jankal?

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What technological advancement does Project GAIA utilize for analysis?

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What is the financial outlay for the UNNATI 2024 scheme over 10 years?

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When was the first Primary Agricultural Credit Society (PACS) formed?

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What type of fuel is used in the first and third stages of the PSLV?

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Which country is set to gain full member status in the Square Kilometre Array Observatory in January 2024?

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What is the anticipated start year for the Square Kilometre Array?

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What is the aim of the PRITHVI initiative by the Ministry of Earth Sciences?

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What does the Einstein Probe satellite launched by China observe?

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What is ANEEL primarily derived from?

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What is the purpose of the Samavesha project launched by I-STEM?

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Who is the namesake of the ANEEL nuclear fuel technology?

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What is the NAM?

The Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) is a group of states which are not formally aligned with or against any major power bloc. It was formed during the Cold War by countries that wanted to remain independent of both the Western and Eastern blocs.

Who are some key figures in the NAM?

Jawaharlal Nehru of India, Josip Broz Tito of Yugoslavia, Gamal Abdel Nasser of Egypt, Sukarno of Indonesia, and Kwame Nkrumah of Ghana are some of the key figures who played crucial roles in establishing the NAM.

Who is the new President of Taiwan?

Lai Ching-te, belonging to the Democratic Progressive Party, was declared the new President of Taiwan in the 2024 elections.

Who is the current Prime Minister of Bangladesh?

Sheikh Hasina, from the Awami League party, won her fourth consecutive term as Prime Minister of Bangladesh.

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What is Jatiya Sangsad?

Jatiya Sangsad, also known as the Parliament of Bangladesh, is a unicameral legislature with 350 members who serve five-year terms. 50 seats are reserved for women.

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Who is the youngest French Prime Minister?

Gabriel Attal is the youngest French Prime Minister in history.

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Who is the current Prime Minister of Bhutan?

Tshering Tobgay, head of the liberal People's Democratic Party (PDP), serves as the Prime Minister of Bhutan. He previously served from 2013 to 2018.

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Who is the King of Bhutan?

Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck is the current monarch/King of Bhutan.

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PSLV launch vehicle

A 4-stage rocket that uses solid fuel in the first and third stages and liquid fuel in the second and fourth stages.

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Square Kilometre Array Observatory (SKAO)

The world's largest radio telescope, comprised of thousands of antennas spread across Australia and South Africa.

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PRITHVI Programme

An initiative by the Ministry of Earth Sciences focused on research in earth sciences, running from 2021 to 2026.

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Einstein Probe

A Chinese astronomical satellite designed to observe fleeting flashes and phenomena in space.

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ANEEL

A new type of nuclear fuel combining Thorium and High Assay Low Enriched Uranium (HALEU), developed by Clean Core Thorium Energy.

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Samavesha Project

An initiative by I-STEM to improve accessibility of research equipment by connecting researchers and industries to institutions.

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I-STEM (Indian Science, Technology, and Engineering facilities Map)

A platform that maps and provides access to scientific research facilities and labs across India.

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What is the aim of the Samavesha Project?

The Samavesha Project, launched by I-STEM, aims to increase accessibility to research facilities and labs by connecting researchers and industries with institutions that have the required equipment.

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Padma Shri Awardee

Rohan Bopanna, an Indian tennis player, was awarded the Padma Shri, India's fourth highest civilian award, in 2023.

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Pravasi Bharatiya Diwas

This annual event celebrates the contributions of overseas Indians, also known as the Indian diaspora, to India's development.

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National Road Safety Week

A one-week campaign in India dedicated to raising awareness about road safety and reducing accidents.

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Parakram Diwas

Celebrates the birth anniversary of Subhas Chandra Bose, a prominent Indian freedom fighter.

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National Voters Day

An annual event in India that encourages people to vote, emphasizing that 'nothing is like voting'.

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National Tourism Day

A day in India to promote tourism and celebrate its diverse cultural heritage.

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Who won the Men's Singles at the 2023 Australian Open?

Jannik Sinner from Italy secured the championship title in the Men's Singles at the 2023 Australian Open.

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Who won the Women's Singles at the 2023 Australian Open?

Aryna Sabalenka from Belarus won the Women's Singles title at the 2023 Australian Open.

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What are PACS?

Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS) are village-level cooperative credit societies in India that provide short-term and medium-term loans to farmers for agricultural activities.

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PACS Regulation

PACS are regulated by both the State government, primarily for administrative aspects, and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

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NABARD's Role

NABARD, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development, acts as a refinancing agency for PACS and other cooperative banks.

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UNNATI 2024

UNNATI 2024 is a Central Sector Scheme aimed at developing industries and generating employment in the North East Region of India.

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PM-SURAJ Portal

The Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan Evam Rojgar Adharit Jankal (PM-SURAJ) portal aims to uplift marginalized communities by supporting credit assistance to entrepreneurs.

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Project GAIA

Project GAIA uses generative artificial intelligence (AI) and Large Language Models (LLMs) to analyze climate-related financial risks.

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GAIA's Participants

Project GAIA is a collaboration between the Bank for International Settlements Innovation Hub Eurosystem Centre, the Bank of Spain, and other organizations.

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GAIA's Purpose

Project GAIA aims to facilitate the analysis of climate-related risks in the financial system by leveraging AI and LLMs.

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ECOWAS

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) is a regional organization that promotes economic integration and cooperation among its member states in West Africa.

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ECOWAS Headquarters

The headquarters of ECOWAS, the Economic Community of West African States, is located in Abuja, Nigeria.

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Mission Aspides

Mission Aspides is a military operation launched by the European Union to protect vessels in the Red Sea from attacks by Houthi rebels in Yemen.

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Interlinking of UPI and AANI

An agreement between India and the UAE to interlink their instant payment platforms, UPI (India) and AANI (UAE), allowing seamless money transfers between the two countries.

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RuPay and JAYWAN

An agreement between India and the UAE to interlink their domestic debit/credit cards, RuPay (India) and JAYWAN (UAE), enabling cardholders to make transactions in both countries.

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BAPS Mandir, Abu Dhabi

The Bochasanwasi Shri Akshar Purushottam Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) Mandir in Abu Dhabi is the first Hindu stone temple in the UAE.

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Raisina Dialogue

An annual conference in New Delhi, India, focusing on geopolitics, geoeconomics, and international relations.

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'Xiaokang' Villages

China has been constructing 'Xiaokang' (prosperous) villages along India's borders, potentially raising concerns for India.

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One Nation, One Election

A concept advocating simultaneous elections for Lok Sabha, state assemblies, and local bodies across India.

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High-Level Committee on One Nation, One Election

A committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind tasked with studying the feasibility and implementation of simultaneous elections in India.

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GI tag

A Geographical Indication tag recognizes a product's unique quality, origin, and reputation, often associated with a specific region.

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Laung Lata and Lal Peda

Two traditional sweets from Uttar Pradesh that have been awarded the GI tag, signifying their specific origin and quality.

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Sudarshan Setu

India's longest cable bridge, inaugurated in Gujarat, connecting mainland Okha and Bet Dwarka island.

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Green Ferry Initiative

An initiative to introduce environmentally friendly hydrogen fuel cell ferries in India, aiming to reduce carbon emissions in water transport.

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Lokpal

An independent ombudsman body in India to investigate corruption allegations against public officials.

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Chapchar Kut Festival

A cultural festival celebrated in Mizoram, known for its colorful attire, traditional dance, and celebration of the harvest season.

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