Test your knowledge with the latest quiz on current affairs from 12th December 2024! Stay updated and challenge yourself with key events and happenings around the world.
1.By which year is India planning to establish its own space station, the 'Bharat Antariksha Station'?
A) 2025
B) 2030
C) 2035
D) 2040
E) 2045
Answer key : C) 2035
Explanation:
India is planning to establish its own space station, the ‘Bharat Antariksha Station’, by 2035, as revealed by Dr. Jitendra Singh, the Minister of State for Science and Technology. This announcement highlights India’s ambitious goals in space exploration, including sending an astronaut to the moon by 2040.
2.At which expo did Union Minister Nitin Gadkari speak about the goal of a self-reliant India and a 5-trillion-dollar economy?
A) India International Trade Fair (IITF)
B) bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024
C) Auto Expo 2024
D) Renewable Energy Expo
E) Smart Cities Expo
Answer Key: B) bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024
Explanation:
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari spoke about the goal of a self-reliant India and a 5-trillion-dollar economy during the inauguration of the 7th Edition of bauma CONEXPO INDIA 2024. The event, held at the India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, Gautam Buddh Nagar, focused on the role of world-class highway networks in driving India’s growth and development.
3.By how many megawatts did India's nuclear power generation capacity increase in 2024 compared to 2014?
A) 2,000 MW
B) 3,000 MW
C) 4,000 MW
D) 5,000 MW
E) 6,000 MW
Answer Key: B) 3,000 MW
Explanation:
India’s nuclear power generation capacity increased by 3,000 megawatts from 4,780 MW in 2014 to 8,180 MW in 2024. This significant growth was highlighted by Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh during a session in the Lok Sabha, showcasing India’s advancements in nuclear energy as part of its broader energy strategy.
4.What is the name of the express train connecting Dhaka (Bangladesh) and New Jalpaiguri (India)?
A) Maitri Express
B) Mitali Express
C) Samjhauta Express
D) Friendship Express
E) Gandhi Express
Answer Key: B) Mitali Express
Explanation:
The Mitali Express is the prominent inter-country train that connects Dhaka in Bangladesh to New Jalpaiguri in India. It resumed operations after nearly five months of suspension due to political unrest in Bangladesh, marking a significant development in the restoration of rail services between the two countries.
5.What change did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) make regarding India's GDP growth forecast for FY25 in the 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy for FY24-25?
A) Increased the GDP growth forecast to 7.5%
B) Revised the GDP growth forecast down to 6.6%
C) Left the GDP growth forecast unchanged at 7.2%
D) Revised the GDP growth forecast up to 6.9%
E) Revised the GDP growth forecast down to 6.2%
Answer Key: B) Revised the GDP growth forecast down to 6.6%
Explanation:
In the 5th Bi-Monthly Monetary Policy for FY24-25, the RBI revised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY25 down to 6.6%, compared to the earlier projection of 7.2%. This change reflects the impact of various economic factors on India’s growth trajectory.
6.Deutsche Bank India provided a €91 million loan to which company in December 2024?
A) SBI India
B) SMFG India Credit Company Limited (SMICC)
C) ICICI Bank
D) Axis Bank
E) HDFC Bank
Answer Key: B) SMFG India Credit Company Limited (SMICC)
Explanation:
In December 2024, Deutsche Bank India provided a €91 million loan (approximately Rs 813 crore) to SMFG India Credit Company Limited (SMICC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Japan-based Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMFG). The loan is part of Deutsche Bank’s Sustainable Finance framework and aims to support MSMEs in India, particularly in underserved areas.
7.Who was honored with the prestigious Rochdale Pioneers Award 2024, and which company is he associated with?
A) Ratan Tata, associated with Tata Group
B) Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi, associated with IFFCO
C) N. R. Narayana Murthy, associated with Infosys
D) Shantanu Narayen, associated with Adobe
E) Kumar Mangalam Birla, associated with Aditya Birla Group
Answer Key: B) Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi, associated with IFFCO
Explanation:
Dr. Udai Shanker Awasthi, the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), was honored with the prestigious Rochdale Pioneers Award 2024 by the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) for his outstanding contributions to the cooperative sector in India.
8.Who was elected as the President of Ghana for a second term in December 2024?
A) Nana Akufo-Addo
B) Mahamudu Bawumia
C) John Dramani Mahama
D) Jerry John Rawlings
E) Kwame Nkrumah
Answer Key: C) John Dramani Mahama
Explanation:
John Dramani Mahama, the political leader of the National Democratic Congress (NDC), was elected as the President of Ghana for a second term in December 2024. He secured 60.9% of the votes in the presidential election, defeating Mahamudu Bawumia, the candidate from the New Patriotic Party (NPP).
10.Who did Shammi Silva succeed as the President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) in December 2024?
A) N Srinivasan
B) Jay Shah
C) Sourav Ganguly
D) Shashank Manohar
E) Ravi Shastri
Answer Key: B) Jay Shah
Explanation:
Shammi Silva was elected as the 29th President of the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) in December 2024. He succeeded Jay Shah, who became the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) on December 1, 2024.
10.Who was appointed as the Festival Ambassador for the Arunachal Rang Mahotsav (ARM) 2024?
A) Amitabh Bachchan
B) Pankaj Tripathi
C) Rajinikanth
D) Shah Rukh Khan
E) Ranbir Kapoor
Answer Key: B) Pankaj Tripathi
Explanation:
In 2024, renowned Indian actor Pankaj Tripathi was appointed as the Festival Ambassador for the Arunachal Rang Mahotsav (ARM) 2024. This festival is the largest international theatre festival in Northeast India, and the 2nd edition was held from 22nd November to 5th December 2024 in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.
11.Where was India's first green hydrogen fueling station inaugurated in November 2024?
A) Bengaluru, Karnataka
B) Leh, Ladakh
C) New Delhi
D) Pune, Maharashtra
E) Hyderabad, Telangana
Answer Key: B) Leh, Ladakh
Explanation:
India’s first green hydrogen fueling station was inaugurated in Leh, Ladakh, in November 2024. The station, developed by Amara Raja Infra Private Limited and commissioned for NTPC Limited, marks a significant step toward sustainable energy and green mobility in India.
12.Who is among the recipients of the 2024 United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) 'Champions of the Earth' award?
A) Madhav Gadgil
B) Ramesh Pokhriyal
C) Nitin Gadkari
D) Narendra Modi
E) Amitabh Bachchan
Answer Key: A) Madhav Gadgil
Explanation:
Madhav Gadgil, the renowned Indian ecologist, has been chosen as one of the recipients of the prestigious 2024 UNEP ‘Champions of the Earth’ award. This award is given to individuals or organizations for their significant contributions to addressing global environmental challenges. Gadgil’s work in environmental conservation in India earned him this recognition.
13.Where will the Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2025 take place?
A) Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh
B) Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir
C) Jammu and Himachal Pradesh
D) Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
E) Ladakh and Nagaland
Answer Key: B) Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir
Explanation:
The Khelo India Winter Games (KIWG) 2025 will take place in two distinct phases, with ice events scheduled in Ladakh from January 23–27, 2025, and snow events in Jammu & Kashmir from February 22–25, 2025. These locations were chosen to showcase India’s growing focus on winter sports.
