Current Affairs Question and Answers for Competitive Exams

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Q :  

Which three goods of Arunachal Pradesh recently received Geographical Indication (GI) tag?

(A) Tibetan Carpet

(B) Tibetan Clothes

(C) Sandalwood

(D) Adi Kekir, Tibetan carpet, Wancho wooden crafts


Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Three products from Arunachal Pradesh – Adi Kekir ginger, handmade carpets by Tibetan residents and wooden objects by the Wancho community – have received the coveted GI tag recognizing their unique geographical roots. Adi Kekir is a famous variety of ginger while Wancho artisans create sculptural figures on wooden objects. GI tag certifies specific products as originating from a particular region to boost their marketability.


Q :  

NATO has signed a contract to buy 1,000 units of which missile defence system?

(A) Patriot Air Defense Missile

(B) Patriot water defense missile

(C) Patriot land defense missile

(D) Patriot fire defense missile


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

NATO announced the signing of a $5.5 billion contract for the purchase of 1,000 Patriot air defense missiles by member states in Europe to enhance security in the face of the threat from Russia. The agreement comes as Moscow launches a barrage of missile and drone attacks against Ukraine. Patriot systems supplied by countries such as the US and Germany have been used by Kiev to repel Russian attacks in the 11-month war.


Q :  

How many crore rupees has the Central Government allocated for the 'Earth Science' scheme?

(A) 3,797 crores

(B) 4,797 crores

(C) 5,797 crores

(D) 6,797 crores


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

The Central Government has allocated approximately Rs 4,797 crore for the PRITHVI VIGYAN scheme. The scheme consists of five ongoing sub-schemes, including Atmosphere and Climate Research-Modeling Observational Systems and Services (ACROSS), Ocean Services, Modeling Applications, Resources and Technology (O-SMART), etc. The objective of the Prithvi scheme is to enhance long-term observations of the atmosphere and ocean.


Q :  

Who inaugurated the 'NCC Republic Day Camp' 2024?

(A) Jagdeep Dhankhar

(B) Narendra Modi

(C) Rajnath Singh

(D) S Jaishankar


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the NCC Republic Day Camp 2024 in Delhi Cantt. On this occasion, he said that NCC cadets are a symbol of dynamism of youth and reflect the established discipline of the organization. He further said that during the upcoming Republic Day, the women cadets will march on the 'Path of Duty' in two distinct contingents with two women bands.


Q :  

Where did Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur inaugurate the 'Beach Games'?

(A) Marina Beach

(B) Marine Drive

(C) Cox's Bazar Beach

(D) Ghoghla Beach


Correct Answer : D
Explanation :

Union Sports Minister Anurag Thakur inaugurated the 'Beach Games' organized at Ghoghala Beach in the Union Territory of Diu. On this occasion, he said that due to these games, 'Beach Games' will be promoted in other states and union territories of the country also. Before this, he participated in the 'Mera Bharat' program at Malala Auditorium in Diu. He further said that so far 45 lakh youth have registered their names on the 'Mera Bharat' platform.


Q :  

'Kadiyal Sarees' belongs to which state which recently got GI tag?

(A) Bihar

(B) Maharashtra

(C) West Bengal

(D) Kerala


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

As a part of the National GI Drive Mission, 'Kadiyal Sarees' of West Bengal have been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. Along with this, some other products of West Bengal have been given GI tag which includes Sundarban honey, Black Nunia rice from Jalpaiguri district and Tangail, and Gorod. West Bengal Forest Development Corporation Limited has applied for a special GI tag for Sundarban honey.


Q :  

Who will be awarded the 'Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar' 2023 for Corporate Social Responsibility?

(A) Tata Group

(B) Odisha Mining Corporate Limited

(C) Reliance Foundation

(D) NTPC


Correct Answer : B
Explanation :

The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the National Sports Promotion Award 2023. Odisha Mining Corporate Limited has been honored in the category of Promotion of Sports through Corporate Social Responsibility. Jain Deemed University, Bengaluru has been honored for identifying and nurturing emerging and young talent. President Draupadi Murmu will honor the winners at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 9th of this month.


Q :  

Who has been appointed as the Managing Director of 'National Asset Reconstruction Company'?

(A) Ajay Kapoor

(B) Kishan Kumar

(C) P Santosh

(D) Natarajan Sundar


Correct Answer : C
Explanation :

Canara Bank Chief General Manager P Santosh has been appointed as the new Managing Director of National Asset Reconstruction Company (NARCL). He has replaced Natarajan Sundar who recently resigned from the post. Canara Bank is the sponsor bank of NARCL with more than 10 percent stake. Public sector banks are the major shareholders of NARCL. NARCL is a government unit, it was established in the year 2021.


Q :  

Which cricketer from Odisha has been banned for two years by the Board of Control for Cricket in India?

(A) Sumit Sharma

(B) Rahul Kumar

(C) Ajit Mohanty

(D) Ajay Munda


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has banned Odisha cricketer Sumit Sharma for two years. This ban has been imposed on Sumit Sharma for giving multiple birth certificates. Sharma had gone to Baroda with the team to play his first Ranji Trophy match of the season where the disciplinary committee of the governing body handed him a suspension letter.


Q :  

Under the draft rules of the Registration of Press and Periodicals (PRP) Act, what is the minimum daily average circulation for magazines to be subject to faceless desk audit?

(A) 25,000

(B) 26,000

(C) 15,000

(D) 20,000


Correct Answer : A
Explanation :

The recent draft rules of the Press and Registration of Periodicals (PRP) Act state that magazines with a daily average circulation of more than 25,000 in the last two financial years can be subjected to faceless desk audit to verify their circulation figures. Is. It is part of legislation that aims to simplify and digitalize the registration of newspapers and other magazines, including provisions for physical verification of circulation figures and the establishment of an appellate board for registration issues.


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