Current Affairs Quiz: International Relations 2024

<p>Vladimir Putin (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Multi-role stealth guided missile frigate (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Saudi Arabia (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Sheikh Abdullah Bin Zayed Al Nahyan (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>New Delhi (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>35% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Towards Understanding India's Position in Global Maritime History (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>The Aircraft Act 1934 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>August (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To modernize India's aviation regulatory framework. (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>H.D.Kumaraswamy (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>11 (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Yamanashi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rs. 120,000 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>To promote organic farming (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>USD 800 million (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>6 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Japanese Yen (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Two Years of Exceptional Service and Dedication (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Narendra Modi (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>7.1% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>4.0% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ensuring a healthy, educated future generation. (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>5-Year Post Office Time Deposits (POTD) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>December 11, 2024 (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>From 1st January, 2025 to 31st March, 2025 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Four (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>4 years (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Ministry of Finance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>30% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>7.1% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>2020 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>7.4% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Three times (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Senior Citizens' Savings Scheme(SCSS) (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>January 1, 2025 to March 31, 2025 (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Rs 4,122 (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>8% (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>6.6% (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>6.5% (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Recovery is expected after a slowdown, with growth impacted by lasting COVID-19 effects. (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>A reduction in GST rate to 5% (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Gene therapy was completely exempted from GST. (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>Jaisalmer, Rajasthan (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

An international trade agreement between 11 countries in the Asia-Pacific region encouraging free trade and economic growth.

A major UN convention focused on combating desertification and land degradation, promoting sustainable land management practices.

The 16th Conference of the Parties (COP16) to the UNCCD, held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, brought together nations to address land degradation and drought resilience.

The theme for the COP16 of the UNCCD, highlighting the interconnectedness of land and future well-being, emphasizes sustainable land management practices.

India's participation in the COP16 of the UNCCD reflects their commitment to combating desertification and promoting sustainable land management.

The COP16 of the UNCCD aimed to foster global cooperation, boost investment, and strengthen efforts to restore degraded land for the benefit of people and the planet.

The Indian Naval Ship (INS) Tushil, commissioned in December 2024, is a modern multi-role stealth guided missile frigate designed for a range of naval operations.

The commissioning of INS Tushil in December 2024 signifies a significant addition to the Indian Navy's capabilities and underscores India's commitment to naval modernization.

The Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW) organized the 1st India Maritime Heritage Conclave (IMHC 2024) in New Delhi. The event aimed to celebrate India's maritime history and its contributions to global trade, culture, and innovation.

The theme of the IMHC 2024 was "Towards Understanding India’s Position in Global Maritime History."

The Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak (BVV) 2024 replaced the outdated Aircraft Act of 1934, aiming to modernize India's aviation regulations, reduce redundancies, and make the sector more business-friendly.

The BVV 2024 was passed by both Houses of Parliament in India, the Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha, and received presidential assent from Droupadi Murmu.

The scheme offered up to a 35% reimbursement of operating expenses for transporting cargo over 300 kilometers on NW1, NW2, and NW16.

A green steel taxonomy is a classification system that defines what constitutes sustainable steel production. It helps promote eco-friendly practices in the steel industry.

On December 12, 2024, Union Minister H.D. Kumaraswamy unveiled India's Green Steel Taxonomy.

An agreement between two or more parties to cooperate in specific areas, like economic development and cultural exchange.

A type of farming that avoids the use of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers, relying on natural methods and inputs.

An online platform designed to promote and support organic farming practices.

A project aimed at developing Amaravati as a sustainable and modern capital city of Andhra Pradesh.

A loan provided by the World Bank to support the development of a specific project or program.

The currency used in Japan.

The period of time after the loan disbursement before the borrower is required to start making repayments.

The total time over which a loan is repaid, including the grace period.

A financial instrument where a fixed amount of deposit is made for a specific period, earning a predetermined rate of interest. Often used for saving or short-term investment.

A type of savings account offering higher interest rates compared to regular savings accounts. Interest rates can vary based on the deposit amount and maturity period.

A digital payment system that allows users to send and receive money instantly using their smartphones or computers.

A limit imposed on the market share a single provider can hold in a specific market, like the UPI payment system.

The National Payments Corporation of India, responsible for overseeing and managing the UPI payment system.

The average amount spent by individuals in rural India on goods and services each month.

The average amount spent by individuals in urban India on goods and services each month.

The interest rate offered on a savings certificate, typically ranging from 4% to 7.5% depending on the type of savings instrument.

The period in which the interest rates on small savings schemes are valid, typically set for a quarter.

A survey conducted by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) that tracks household spending patterns in India.

A tax levied on goods and services in India. It is administered by the Goods and Services Tax Council.

The rate at which a particular investment or savings instrument is increasing in value.

A group of representatives from different states in India that decides on GST policies and rates.

A type of rice that has added nutrients to improve its nutritional value.

A type of medical treatment that involves replacing defective genes with healthy ones.

The department within the Ministry of Finance responsible for economic policy and analysis in India.

The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA-Budget Division), Ministry of Finance (MoF), decided to keep interest rates unchanged for Small Savings Schemes (SSS) for the fourth quarter of the financial year 2024-25 (Q4 FY25).

The interest rates on Small Savings Schemes (SSS) remained unchanged for the fourth consecutive quarter of the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25).

The Small Savings Schemes (SSS) are government-backed investment options that offer guaranteed returns to individuals. They are popular choices for long-term savings and tax benefits.

The Public Provident Fund (PPF) is a long-term savings scheme that provides tax benefits and a guaranteed return.

The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) is a government savings scheme specifically designed to encourage the education and marriage of girls.

The National Savings Certificate (NSC) is a government-issued investment option that offers a fixed rate of return and tax benefits.

The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) is a savings scheme designed specifically for individuals aged 60 years and above.

The Post Office Monthly Income Scheme (PO-MIS) is a savings scheme that provides regular monthly income to investors.