September 18,19 Current Affairs Quiz

September 18,19 Current Affairs Quiz

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1.In preparation for the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly Elections, which of the following statements is true about the ‘Vote Ka Tyohar’ theme song launched on 18 September 2024?

A) The song was produced by a Bollywood studio under the leadership of renowned director Rajkumar Hirani.
B) CEO Pandurang K Pole released the song, emphasizing the importance of voter turnout and youth involvement.
C) The song was created by Rangyug under the banner of the National Voters’ Awareness Campaign.
D) Lyrics for the song were penned by the famous lyricist Gulzar, and the music was composed by A.R. Rahman.
E) The initiative is aimed at promoting voter participation in the upcoming Lok Sabha Elections.

Answer:

B) CEO Pandurang K Pole released the song, emphasizing the importance of voter turnout and youth involvement.

2.Which of the following states will NOT be highlighted at the Bharatiya Kala Mahotsav?

A) Arunachal Pradesh
B) Assam
C) Kerala
D) Manipur
E) Mizoram

Answer:

C) Kerala

3.In which country is the Angkor Wat, recognized as Asia’s most photogenic UNESCO World Heritage site, located?

A) Thailand
B) Vietnam
C) Cambodia
D) Laos
E) Myanmar

Answer:

C) Cambodia

4.Which project is IREDA collaborating on with SJVN Limited and GMR Energy Limited?

A) 500 MW Lower Karnali hydro-electric project
B) 600 MW Upper Seti hydro-electric project
C) 900 MW Upper Karnali hydro-electric project
D) 700 MW Lower Bheri hydro-electric project
E) 800 MW Upper Marshyangdi hydro-electric project

Answer:

C) 900 MW Upper Karnali hydro-electric project

5. What is the theme of the BRICS Literature Forum 2024?

A) “Literature and Digital Transformation”
B) “World Literature in the New Reality: Dialogue of Traditions, National Values, and Cultures”
C) “Global Narratives and Emerging Voices”
D) “Literature and Modernity: Bridging the Gap”
E) “Cultural Exchange and Literary Innovation”

Answer:

B) “World Literature in the New Reality: Dialogue of Traditions, National Values, and Cultures”

6.According to the World Bank's report titled "Unlocking the Power of Healthy Longevity: Demographic Change, Non-Communicable Diseases and Human Capital," how many lives could investing in healthy longevity potentially save in Low-and-Middle Income Countries (LMICs) by 2050?

A) 50 million
B) 100 million
C) 150 million
D) 200 million
E) 250 million

Answer:

C) 150 million

7.What is the main purpose of the ISO/UNDP PAS 53002 guidelines launched by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Organization for Standardization (ISO)?

A) To provide guidelines for economic growth and industrial development
B) To accelerate contributions towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
C) To establish new international trade standards
D) To enhance global cybersecurity measures
E) To improve international financial regulations

Answer:

B) To accelerate contributions towards the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)

8.According to the working paper by Sanjeev Sanyal, what was West Bengal's share of India's GDP in 1960-61?

A) 8.0%
B) 10.5%
C) 12.5%
D) 7.5%
E) 15.0%

Answer:

B) 10.5%

9.Which of the following statements is correct regarding the windfall tax on domestically produced crude oil in India?

A) The windfall tax was first introduced on January 1, 2021, and was set to zero as of September 18, 2024.
B) The windfall tax was initially introduced on July 1, 2022, and was set to zero as of September 18, 2024.
C) The windfall tax was imposed on crude oil imports, and the tax rate was increased to 50% on September 18, 2024.
D) The windfall tax was introduced on September 1, 2022, and was removed on July 1, 2024.
E) The windfall tax was set at 10% from its introduction and was removed on September 18, 2024.

Answer:

B) The windfall tax was initially introduced on July 1, 2022, and was set to zero as of September 18, 2024.

10.Which company has been chosen by LIC to develop its next-generation digital platform under the DIVE programme?

A) Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
B) Tech Mahindra
C) Infosys
D) Wipro
E) HCL Technologies

Answer:

C) Infosys

11.What is the total amount pledged for renewable energy projects by 2030 according to the recent commitments?

A) $250 billion (Rs 20.5 trillion)
B) $386 billion (Rs 32.45 trillion)
C) $300 billion (Rs 25 trillion)
D) $400 billion (Rs 33 trillion)
E) $350 billion (Rs 29 trillion)

Answer:

B) $386 billion (Rs 32.45 trillion)

12.Which of the following statements is correct about the newly introduced 'RBL Bank DMI Finance Credit Card'?

A) The card is only available in metro cities.
B) The membership fee for the card is Rs 499, excluding GST.
C) The card offers a basic set of features without rewards or EMI options.
D) The strategic partnership for the card involves ICICI Bank and HDFC Finance.
E) The card’s rewards program is limited to discounts at local merchants only.

Answer:

B) The membership fee for the card is Rs 499, excluding GST.

13.Who did Amrit Mohan succeed as the Director General of Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)?

A) The card is only available in metro cities.
B) The membership fee for the card is Rs 499, excluding GST.
C) The card offers a basic set of features without rewards or EMI options.
D) The strategic partnership for the card involves ICICI Bank and HDFC Finance.
E) The card’s rewards program is limited to discounts at local merchants only.

Answer:

C) Dalit Singh Choudhary

14.Before his appointment as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Galaxy Health Insurance Company Limited, Gopalan Srinivasan served as the Chairman and Managing Director of which company?

A) Oriental Insurance Company Limited
B) United India Insurance Company Limited
C) New India Assurance Company Limited
D) National Insurance Company Limited
E) Life Insurance Corporation of India

Answer:

C) New India Assurance Company Limited

15.Who did Jafar Hassan succeed as the Prime Minister of Jordan?

A) Ali Abu al-Ragheb
B) Abdullah Ensour
C) Bisher Khasawneh
D) Marouf al-Bakhit
E) Ahmad Lozi

Answer:

C) Bisher Khasawneh

16.Which Bollywood actress was the chief guest at the Indian Women Dubai Awards 2024?

A) Priyanka Chopra
B) Kareena Kapoor
C) Deepika Padukone
D) Sameera Reddy
E) Aishwarya Rai Bachchan

Answer:

D) Sameera Reddy

17.For which movie did Aishwarya Rai Bachchan win the Best Actress (Critics) Award at the SIIMA 2024?

A) Ponniyin Selvan 2

B) Devdas

C) Jodhaa Akbar

D) Guzaarish

E) Ae Dil Hai Mushkil

Answer:

A) Ponniyin Selvan 2

18.Which railway station recently received the Non-Suburban Group-1 (NSG-1) status from the Ministry of Railways?

A) Secunderabad Junction

B) Vijayawada Junction

C) Hyderabad Railway Station

D) Chennai Central

E) Bengaluru City

Answer:

B) Vijayawada Junction

19.Who has become the first Pakistani woman to be nominated to the ICC International Panel of Development Umpires?

A) Saleema Imtiaz

B) Nida Dar

C) Bismah Maroof

D) Javeria Khan

E) Sana Mir

Answer:

A) Saleema Imtiaz

20.How much prize money will the winning team of the 2024 Women’s T20 World Cup receive?

A) $1.5 million

B) $2 million

C) $2.34 million

D) $2.45 million

E) $2.75 million

Answer:

C)$2.34 million

21.What is the minimum annual contribution amount for the NPS Vatsalya Scheme?

A) Rs. 500
B) Rs. 2,000
C) Rs. 1,000
D) Rs. 5,000
E) Rs. 10,000

Answer:

C) Rs. 1,000

22.Which edition of Exercise Eastern Bridge is currently being conducted?

A) 7th Edition

B) 5th Edition

C) 3rd Edition

D) 9th Edition

E) 6th Edition

Answer:

A) 7th Edition

23.Which of the following statements about the Special Campaign 4.0 is correct?

A) The campaign will run from September 2 to October 31, 2024, with a preliminary phase from August 16 to 30, 2024.
B) Special Campaign 4.0 aims to institutionalize cleanliness in all central government offices using a saturation approach, including field and outstation offices.
C) The campaign is managed by the Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change.
D) The previous Special Campaigns covered 250,000 cleanliness sites and freed up 200 lakh square feet of space.
E) The web-portal launch event for Special Campaign 4.0 included only Public Grievances Officers from 20 Ministries.

Answer:

B) Special Campaign 4.0 aims to institutionalize cleanliness in all central government offices using a saturation approach, including field and outstation offices

24.Who are the authors of the book "Sri Rama in Tamilagam – An Inseparable Bond"?

A) Dr. R.N. Ravi and Dr. D.K. Hema Ravi
B) Dr. K.K. Hari and Dr. M.K. Hema
C) Dr. D.K. Hari and Dr. D.K. Hema Hari
D) Dr. D.K. Ravi and Dr. K.D. Hema
E) Dr. R.K. Hari and Dr. H.D. Hema

Answer:

C) Dr. D.K. Hari and Dr. D.K. Hema Hari

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