1. The “Garuda Shakti” exercise has been conducted between India and which of the following countries?
A. Maldives
B. Thailand
C. Malaysia
D. Indonesia
ANSWER: D.Indonesia
SOLUTION :
Conducted between India and Indonesia, this joint military exercise aims to enhance cooperation and interoperability between the armed forces of both nations.
2. On which day ‘World Kindness Day’ was celebrated recently?
A. 14 November
B. 15 November
C. 12 November
D. 13 November
ANSWER: D.13 November
SOLUTION:
World Kindness Day celebrated on 13 November, emphasizing the importance of kindness in fostering a compassionate and empathetic society.
3. To which of the following countries has India sent its first batch of Akash weapon system?
A. Indonesia
B. Bhutan
C. Sri Lanka
D. Armenia
ANSWER : D.Armenia
SOLUTION:
India has dispatched its first batch of the Akash weapon system to Armenia, strengthening defense ties between the two countries.
4. Where among the following is the ‘International Apparel and Textile Fair’ being organized?
A. Hyderabad
B. Nepal
C. Dubai
D. New Delhi
ANSWER: C.Dubai
SOLUTION:
Being organized in Dubai, this event highlights the latest trends and innovations in the apparel and textile industry.
5. Recently ‘Arvind Singh Sahni’ has been appointed as the chairman of which of the following companies?
A. Hindustan Unilever
B. IOCL (Indian Oil Corporation Limited)
C. Vedanta
D. Jindal
ANSWER: B.IOCL (Indian Oil Corporation Limited)
SOLUTION:
Arvind Singh Sahni has been appointed as the new chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Limited, a major player in the energy sector.<
6. In which of the following has the 66th ‘All India Kalidas Festival’ been inaugurated?
A. Rajasthan
B. Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Bihar
ANSWER: C.Madhya Pradesh
SOLUTION:
Inaugurated in Madhya Pradesh, showcasing the rich cultural heritage and artistic traditions of India.
7. Sukhna Lake, which was seen in the news, is located in which city?
A. Chandigarh
B. New Delhi
C. Mumbai
D. Bengaluru
ANSWER: A.Chandigarh
SOLUTION :
The Union Ministry of Environment has notified a 1 km to 2.035 km eco-sensitive zone around Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary on the Haryana side. Sukhna Lake, an artificial lake in Chandigarh, was created in 1958 by damming the Sukhna Choe stream from the Shivalik Hills. The lake covers around 3 sq. km, is 1.52 km long and 1.49 km wide, and is recognized as a National Wetland. The catchment area has rugged terrain and is prone to soil erosion, with silt-heavy water. Adjacent to Sukhna Lake, Sukhna Wildlife Sanctuary spans 26 sq. km and attracts migratory birds like Siberian ducks, storks, and cranes in winter.
8. Who won the 2024 Booker Prize for her novel ‘Orbital’?
A. Nigella Lawson
B. Samantha Harvey
C. Douglas Hurd
D. Penelope Fitzgerald
ANSWER: B.Samantha Harvey
SOLUTION:
Awarded “Coach of the Year” in the Indian Sports Awards 2024, recognizing her outstanding contributions to sports coaching.
9. Sahyadri Tiger Reserve is located in which state?
A. Kerala
B. Maharashtra
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Karnataka
ANSWER: B.Maharashtra
SOLUTION:
Sahyadri Tiger Reserve is a reserve in the state of Maharashtra, created by the Indian government in 2008. Located in the Sahyadri Ranges of the Western Ghats of Maharashtra, it is part of the ecoregions of North Western Ghats moist deciduous forests and North Western Ghats montane rain forests.
10. Which city is the venue for the 16th India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) in 2024?
A. Jaipur
B. Hyderabad
C. Chennai
D. Bhopal
ANSWER: B.Hyderabad
SOLUTION:
The 16th India Game Developer Conference (IGDC) recently held in Hyderabad. It is organized by the Game Developer Association of India (GDAI). With more than 150 sessions and 250 speakers, the conference aims to explore trends, challenges, and innovations in gaming.