Current Affairs - September 2024
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Which country has won the most ICC Cricket World Cups?

  • India
  • Australia (correct)
  • Pakistan
  • England

What is the tallest structure in the Western Hemisphere?

  • Empire State Building
  • Willis Tower
  • One World Trade Center
  • CN Tower (correct)

Who holds the record for the fastest 100m sprint?

  • Tyson Gay
  • Carl Lewis
  • Usain Bolt (correct)
  • Jesse Owens

Which monument in India is known as the 'Palace of Winds'?

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Which ancient city is home to the Alhambra Palace?

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What is the famous landmark in Cambodia known as the largest religious monument in the world?

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Which country is known for the Great Wall that stretches over 13,000 miles?

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What is the famous cathedral located in Moscow, Russia?

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Which monument in Egypt is known for its massive stone statues of pharaohs?

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Which ancient city is known for its massive terracotta army?

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Who won the 2024 Booker Prize for Fiction?

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What is the name of the new cryptocurrency launched by Facebook in September 2024?

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Which Indian state launched the ‘Green Energy Corridor’ project in September 2024?

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Which country signed a historic peace agreement with Israel in September 2024?

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What is the name of the new space telescope launched by NASA in September 2024?

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Who was appointed as the new Chief Justice of India in September 2024?

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What is the highest individual score in a single Test innings in cricket?

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Which country hosted the 2024 World Athletics Championships?

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What is the official distance of a marathon?

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Which boxer fought against Muhammad Ali and won?

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Where was the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 held?

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Which country hosted the 2024 G20 Summit?

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Who won the 2024 US Open Men’s Singles title?

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What is the primary objective of the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2024?

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Who was appointed as the new CEO of Twitter in September 2024?

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Which Indian state launched the 'Digital Health Mission' in September 2024?

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What is the name of the new variant of COVID-19 identified in September 2024?

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Which country won the 2024 FIBA Basketball World Cup?

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What type of disease is Parkinson’s disease?

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What is the name of the new climate initiative launched by the European Union in September 2024?

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Flashcards

What is Parkinson's disease?

A neurodegenerative disease that affects the central nervous system, causing tremors, slow movements, and stiffness.

Which ministry handles the PMEGP?

The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) is responsible for administering the Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP).

What is the MVI and why is it important?

The Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI) aims to help Small Island Developing States (SIDS) access low-interest financing by measuring their vulnerability to various challenges.

Who is behind Telegram?

Telegram, a messaging platform known for its emphasis on privacy and security, is associated with Pavel Durov.

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When was India's National Cyber Security Policy launched?

Launched in 2013, the National Cyber Security Policy aims to safeguard India's cyberspace from threats and vulnerabilities.

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What is the goal of the Himachal Pradesh Amendment Bill, 2024?

The Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2024, aims to raise the legal minimum age of marriage for women in Himachal Pradesh from 18 to 21 years.

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Under which list of the Indian Constitution does marriage fall?

Marriage falls under the Concurrent List of the Indian Constitution, meaning both the central and state governments have the power to make laws related to it.

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When was the Sharda Act enacted?

The Sharda Act, enacted in 1929, set the initial minimum ages for marriage in India.

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What was the theme of the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit?

The 3rd Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS) focused on empowering the Global South for achieving a sustainable future.

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Where was the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit held?

India hosted the 3rd Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS), bringing together nations of the Global South to discuss crucial global issues.

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Who won the 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature?

The 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature was awarded to Haruki Murakami, a renowned Japanese novelist known for his magical realism and intricate storytelling.

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Which country signed a historic peace agreement with Israel in September 2024?

Saudi Arabia signed a historic peace agreement with Israel in September 2024, marking a significant shift in Middle Eastern politics.

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Which Indian city was declared the cleanest city in the Swachh Survekshan 2024?

Indore, a city in Madhya Pradesh, India, was recognized as the cleanest city in the Swachh Survekshan 2024, a national cleanliness survey.

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Who won the 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series?

"Succession", a satirical drama about a dysfunctional media empire, won the 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series.

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Who won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize?

The 2024 Nobel Peace Prize was awarded to Greta Thunberg, a Swedish climate activist, for her global efforts to raise awareness about climate change.

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What's the diameter of a basketball hoop in inches?

The diameter of a basketball hoop is 18 inches, allowing for a standard-sized basketball to pass through.

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The Olympics are held every how many years?

The Olympics are held every four years, with both Summer and Winter Games taking place.

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What sport is best known as the ‘king of sports’?

Soccer, also known as football in many parts of the world, is often referred to as the 'king of sports' due to its global popularity and cultural significance.

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What do you call it when a bowler makes three strikes in a row?

A 'turkey' in bowling is achieved when a bowler makes three strikes in a row, a feat considered impressive in the sport.

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In the 1971 Olympics, Nadia Comaneci was the first gymnast to score a perfect score. What country was she representing?

In the 1971 Olympics, Nadia Comaneci, representing Romania, became the first gymnast to score a perfect 10 in the Olympics, a historic moment in gymnastics.

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Where is the Alhambra Palace?

The Alhambra Palace, a magnificent palace complex known for its intricate architecture, is located in Granada, Spain.

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What is Petra known for?

A massive sandstone rock-cut city in Jordan, Petra is renowned for its elaborate tombs and temples carved into sheer cliffs, making it a UNESCO World Heritage site.

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What is the "Palace of Winds"?

The Hawa Mahal, a five-story palace in Jaipur, India, is characterized by its unique facade of 953 small windows that resemble honeycomb and allow air circulation.

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What is the tallest structure in the Western Hemisphere?

The CN Tower, located in Toronto, Canada, holds the title of tallest free-standing structure in the Western Hemisphere, exceeding 1,800 feet in height.

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What is the largest religious monument in the world?

Angkor Wat, a massive temple complex in Cambodia, is considered the largest religious monument in the world, renowned for its intricate bas-reliefs and sprawling structures.

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What is the famous amphitheater in Rome?

The Colosseum, a massive amphitheater in Rome, Italy, is one of the most iconic symbols of ancient Rome, once used for gladiatorial games and public spectacles.

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What Egyptian monument has colossal statues of pharaohs?

Abu Simbel, located in Egypt, is famous for its two massive rock-cut temples adorned with colossal statues of pharaohs, particularly Ramses II, facing the rising sun.

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What is the famous clock tower in London?

Big Ben, known for its iconic clock tower in London, England, is a renowned landmark synonymous with the city, its bell striking the hour.

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Which monument is dedicated to four US presidents?

Mount Rushmore National Memorial in South Dakota, USA, is a colossal sculpture carved into a granite mountain, depicting the faces of four iconic American presidents: Washington, Jefferson, Lincoln, and Theodore Roosevelt.

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What mausoleum is known for its exquisite marble?

The Taj Mahal, an ivory-white marble mausoleum in Agra, India, is considered a symbol of love and one of the Seven Wonders of the World, built by Emperor Shah Jahan in memory of his beloved wife, Mumtaz Mahal.

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Study Notes

Current Affairs - September 2024

  • Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024: Held in Mumbai.
  • Vadhvan Port Project: Located in Maharashtra.
  • 2024 Paris Paralympics: Preeti Pal won India's first bronze medal in the 200m race.
  • Parkinson's Disease: A neurodegenerative disease.
  • Prime Minister Employment Generation Programme (PMEGP): Administered by the Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises.
  • Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises: Jitan Ram Manjhi.
  • Multidimensional Vulnerability Index (MVI): Launched by UN General Assembly to assist Small Island Developing States (SIDS).
  • Pavel Durov's Messaging Platform: Telegram.
  • National Cyber Security Policy Launch Year: 2013.
  • Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2024: Aims to raise the minimum age of marriage for women from 18 to 21.
  • Legal Status of Marriage: Falls under the Concurrent List of the Indian Constitution.
  • Sharda Act: Enacted in 1929, setting minimum ages for marriage.
  • 3rd Voice of Global South Summit (VOGSS) Theme: "An Empowered Global South for a Sustainable Future".
  • VOGSS Host Country: India.
  • 2024 US Open Men's Singles Winner: Carlos Alcaraz.
  • Artemis II Mission: Launched to the Moon by the United States.
  • New COVID-19 Variant (September 2024): Pi variant.
  • 2024 G20 Summit Host: Brazil.
  • New Twitter CEO (September 2024): Sarah Friar.
  • 2024 FIBA Basketball World Cup Winner: Spain.
  • European Union's Climate Initiative: Green Horizon Initiative.
  • Indian State Launching 'Digital Health Mission': Karnataka.
  • 2024 Nobel Prize in Literature Winner: Haruki Murakami.
  • Historic Peace Agreement (September 2024): Saudi Arabia signed a peace agreement with Israel.
  • New Cryptocurrency (September 2024): Libra 2.0 (by Facebook).
  • Swachh Survekshan 2024 Cleanest City: Indore.
  • 2024 Booker Prize for Fiction Winner: Zadie Smith.
  • 2024 World Economic Forum Host: Switzerland.
  • New NASA Space Telescope (September 2024): James Webb Space Telescope.
  • Indian State Launching 'Green Energy Corridor': Gujarat.
  • World's First Quantum Communication Satellite: Launched by China.
  • 2024 Emmy Award for Outstanding Drama Series: "Succession"
  • New Google AI Framework: Gemini.
  • Indian State Launching 'Smart Village': Andhra Pradesh.
  • New Chief Justice of India (September 2024): Justice R. Banumathi.
  • 2024 World Athletics Championships Host: Japan.
  • Indian Government's New EV Policy: National EV Policy 2024.
  • 2024 Nobel Peace Prize Winner: Greta Thunberg.
  • Free Trade Agreement (September 2024): Australia signed a free trade agreement with the European Union.
  • ISRO's New Space Mission (September 2024): Chandrayaan-4.

Sports - General

  • Basketball Hoop Diameter: 18 inches.
  • Olympic Frequency: Every 4 years.
  • "King of Sports": Soccer.
  • Three Strikes in Bowling: A turkey.
  • Canada's National Sports: Lacrosse (Summer), Ice Hockey (Winter).
  • Average Golf Ball Dimples: Between 300-500.
  • Most Competing Country Without a Gold Medal (Summer Olympics): The Philippines.
  • Raging Bull Boxer: Jake LaMotta.
  • Triple Crown Races: Kentucky Derby, Preakness Stakes, Belmont Stakes.
  • First Perfect Score in Gymnastics (1971 Olympics): Nadia Comaneci, representing Romania.
  • More Grand Slam Titles (Tennis): Serena Williams.
  • 2028 Summer Olympics Location: Los Angeles.
  • Muhammad Ali's Key Rival: Joe Frazier.
  • Tiger Woods' First Major Championship (by how many strokes): The Masters, by 12 strokes.
  • China's Olympic Medal Count (Specific Olympics): 100 (information likely refers to a specific Olympics)
  • NBA Acronym: National Basketball Association.
  • Winner's Flag in Motor Racing: Checkered flag.
  • Soccer's No-Touch Body Part: Hands (except for the goalie).
  • Baseball Bases: Four.
  • Marathon Distance: 26.2 miles.
  • Tennis Zero Score: Love.
  • Bowling All Pins at Once: A strike.
  • Baseball Strikes Before Out: Three.
  • Average Golf Holes: 18.
  • Field Goal Points in Football: Three.
  • NFL Acronym: National Football League.
  • Third-Place Olympic Medal: Bronze.
  • MLB Innings per Game: Nine.
  • Basketball Hoop Height: 10 feet.
  • First-Ever FIFA World Cup Winner (1930): Uruguay.
  • Most Goals in a Calendar Year (Soccer): Lionel Messi (91 goals in 2012).
  • Most Grand Slam Singles Titles (Open Era): Serena Williams (23 titles).
  • Highest Test Innings Score (Cricket): Brian Lara (400 not out).
  • Most Super Bowl Titles (NFL): Pittsburgh Steelers and New England Patriots (6 each).
  • First Female Perfect 10 Gymnast: Nadia Comaneci.
  • Most Olympic Gold Medals in Hockey: India.
  • Fastest ODI Century: AB de Villiers (31 balls).
  • Most Career Points (NBA): Kareem Abdul-Jabbar.
  • Gold Medals in Both Summer/Winter Olympics: Eddie Eagan.
  • Most Rugby World Cups: New Zealand (3 titles).
  • Most Home Runs in MLB Season: Barry Bonds (73).
  • Most Major Championships (Golf): Jack Nicklaus (18 titles).
  • Longest Winning Streak (NBA): Los Angeles Lakers (33 games).
  • First Player 100 International Goals: Ali Daei.
  • Most Davis Cup Titles: United States.
  • Fastest Tennis Serve: Sam Groth (263.4 km/h or 163.7 mph).
  • Most Formula 1 World Championship Titles: Michael Schumacher and Lewis Hamilton (7 each).
  • Youngest Test Century (Cricket): Mohammad Ashraful.
  • Most FIFA Women's World Cup Titles: United States (4 titles).
  • Most Test Wickets: Muttiah Muralitharan (800 wickets).
  • Most Tour de France Titles: Lance Armstrong (7 titles, stripped later).
  • First African-American Grand Slam Winner:(Tennis): Althea Gibson.
  • Most Medals (Winter Olympics): Norway.
  • Most NHL Goals in Season: Wayne Gretzky (92 goals).
  • Most ICC Cricket World Cups: Australia (5 titles).
  • First Woman Sub-2:20 Marathon: Paula Radcliffe.
  • Most Career Assists (NBA): John Stockton.
  • Fastest 100m Sprint: Usain Bolt (9.58 seconds).

Monuments - General

  • Alhambra Palace Location: Granada, Spain.
  • Jordan's Rock-Cut Architecture: Petra.
  • "Palace of Winds" Monument: Hawa Mahal (India).
  • Tallest Western Hemisphere Structure: CN Tower, Toronto.
  • World's Largest Religious Monument: Angkor Wat (Cambodia).
  • Roman Amphitheater: The Colosseum.
  • Egyptian Pharaoh Statues: Abu Simbel.
  • Famous London Clock Tower: Big Ben.
  • Monument Dedicated to American Presidents: Mount Rushmore.
  • Agra Mausoleum: Taj Mahal.
  • Paris Iron Lattice Structure: Eiffel Tower.
  • Greek Citadel: Acropolis.
  • Australia's Sail-Like Design: Sydney Opera House.
  • Rio De Janeiro Statue: Christ the Redeemer.
  • China's Long Wall: Great Wall of China.
  • Moscow Cathedral: Saint Basil's Cathedral.
  • US White Marble Obelisk: Washington Monument.
  • Inca Ruins: Machu Picchu.
  • Leaning Structure: Leaning Tower of Pisa.
  • San Francisco Bridge: Golden Gate Bridge.
  • Egyptian Pyramids: Pyramids of Giza.
  • Japanese Red Torii Gate: Itsukushima Shrine.
  • Scottish Fortress: Edinburgh Castle.
  • Indian Carvings/Sculptures: Khajuraho Temples.
  • Istanbul Mosque: Hagia Sophia.
  • US Marble Dome: United States Capitol.
  • Golden Pavilion: Kinkaku-ji (Kyoto).
  • Mexican Pyramid/Mayan Ruins: Chichen Itza.
  • Bavarian Castle: Neuschwanstein Castle.
  • Temple of Artemis Location: Ephesus.
  • Rock-Cut City (Saudi Arabia): Al-Ula (Hegra).
  • Massive Underground City (Turkey): Derinkuyu.
  • Stepped Pyramid: Pyramid of Djoser (Egypt).
  • Tree-Root Covered Ruins: Ta Prohm (Cambodia).
  • Ancient Tunisian City: Carthage.
  • Bronze Statue (Harbor): Colossus of Rhodes (Greece).
  • Ancient City (Iraq): Babylon.
  • Roman Aqueducts (Italy): Pont du Gard.
  • Ancient Syrian City: Palmyra.
  • Pyramid Dedicated to Sun (Mexico): Pyramid of the Sun, Teotihuacan.
  • Ancient City (Iran): Persepolis.
  • Rock-Cut Temples (India): Ellora Caves.
  • Ancient Lebanese City: Baalbek.
  • Terracotta Army (China): Mausoleum of the First Qin Emperor.
  • Ancient City (Trojan War): Troy.
  • Rock-Cut Temples (Abu Simbel): Great Temple of Ramses II.
  • Ancient Jordanian City (rock-cut architecture): Petra.
  • Greek Theater (still in use): Epidaurus Theater.
  • Volcanic Buried City (Italy): Pompeii.
  • Monolithic Rock-Cut Temple (India): Kailasa Temple at Ellora.
  • Mayan Ruins (Peru): Machu Picchu.
  • Massive Cambodian Temple: Angkor Wat.
  • Greek Oracle City: Delphi.
  • Egyptian Pharaoh Statues (Abu Simbel): Great Temple of Ramses II
  • Ancient City (Mexico, Mayan): Chichen Itza.
  • Ancient Roman Amphitheater (Italy): Colosseum
  • Ancient Syrian City (Roman ruins): Palmyra.
  • Ancient Greek Citadel: Acropolis.
  • Ancient Italian City (volcanic eruption): Pompeii
  • Monolithic Rock-Cut Temple (India): Kailasa Temple at Ellora.
  • Ancient Peruvian City (Inca): Machu Picchu.
  • Cambodian Temple Complex: Angkor Wat

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