JANUARY 2024

[Current Affairs MCQ]

Q1. Who won the pubity Athlete of the Year 2023?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Lionel Messi
C. CR7
D. None Of These
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Veteran Indian cricketer Virat Kohli has been bestowed with the prestigious title of Pubity Athlete of
the Year for 2023, achieving a remarkable victory over Argentina's World Cup-winning captain Lionel Messi with a
commanding 78-22 margin in the final votes.

Q2. Who Won Men‟s Single Title At “Australian Open 2024”

A. Rafael Nadal
B. Jannik Sinner
C. Rinky Hijikata
D. Medvedev
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Italy's young tennis player Jannick Sinner won the men's singles title at the Australian Open 2024 by
defeating Russia's Daniil Medvedev.

Q3. Who Has Inaugurated „Atal Setu‟ India‟s Longest Sea Bridge?
A. Nitin Gadkari
B. PM Modi
C. Rajnath Singh
D. Amit Shah
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi on Friday inaugurated the Mumbai Trans-harbour link (MTHL), now
named 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee Sewari-Nhava Sheva Atal Setu', constructed at a cost of over Rs 17,840 crore. The Atal
Setu is about 21.8 km-long six-lane bridge having about 16.5 km length over sea and about 5.5 km on land.

Q4. Which Country Will Host ‟16th BRICS summit 2024‟ ?

A. India
B. South Africa
C. Russia
D. China
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: In April, Putin named Kazan as the site of the 2024 summit meeting bringing together the leaders of the
BRICS member states, which will number up to 11 countries next year. President Vladimir Putin.

Q5. Who has been appointed as chairman of 16th Finance Commission?

A. Arajit Patel
B. Arvind Panagariya
C. S Subramanian
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Sixteenth Finance Commission was constituted on 31.12.2023 with Shri Arvind Panagariya, former
Vice-Chairman, NITI Aayog as its Chairman.
Q6. Which State Will Establish World‟s First „Black Tiger Safari‟?
A. West Bengal
B. Odisha
C. Gujarat
D. Himachal Pr.
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Government of Odisha has recently announced the establishment of the world's first melanistic
tiger safari and it is likely to be ready for visitors by October this year. There are preparations to develop Safari near
Baripada, the district headquarters of Mayurbhanj.

Q7. Who Has Been Awarded With The “Bharat Ratna Award 2024”?
A. L. K. Advani
B. Karpoori Thakur
C. Both A & B
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Karpoori Thakur, Lal Krishna Advani, Narasimha Rao, Chaudhary Charan Singh, and M.S
Swaminathan were conferred with the Bharat Ratna Award in 2024.

Q8. Which Is The First Indian EV Company To Get PLI Nod?

A. Ola Electric
B. Bajaj TVS
C. Tata Motors
D. None
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: IPO-Bound Ola Electric Becomes First Indian EV Company To Get PLI Nod.

Q9. Which State Hosted „Khelo India Youth Games 2024‟ ?

A. MP
B. Kerala
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Goa
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Tamil Nadu hosted the KIYG 2024 in four cities - Chennai, Madurai, Trichy and Coimbatore.
Maharashtra defended their Khelo India Youth Games title after topping the medals tally with 57 gold medals, 48
silver and 53 bronze.

Q10. India Has Approved ₹_______Cr For „SKAO‟ project?

A. 1,250 Cr
B. 1409 Cr
C. 1500 Cr
D. 1700 Cr
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Government of India has accorded its approval for India's participation in the international
mega science project, Square Kilometer Array (SKA), at an estimated cost of ₹ 1250 Cr.

Q11. Which Tiger Reserve became India‟s 1st Dark Sky park?
A. Pench TR
B. Sunderbans TR
C. Dudhwa TR
D. Manas TR
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Maharashtra has become India's first Dark Sky park and is the fifth
in Asia. The park earned the title for protecting the night sky and preventing light pollution, making the facility ideal
for astronomy enthusiasts.

Q12. Prabha Atre Was Related To Which Of The Following Gharana?

A. Kirana Gharana
B. Lucknow Gharana
C. Banaras Gharana
D. None
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Atre, a torch-bearer of the Kirana Gharana of Hindustani classical music, had been honoured with all
three Padma awards by the Indian government.

Q13. World‟s tallest Ambedkar statue Has Been Unveiled in Which State?
A. Gujarat
B. Haryana
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. UP
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Just a few days back, the government of Andhra Pradesh unveiled the world's tallest statue of Dr. BR
Ambedkar in the grounds of Swaraj Maida in Vijayawada. The phenomenal statue stands tall at 206 ft and is dedicated
to Dr. B.R.

Q14. PM Modi Released ₹_____Cr First Instalment of PM-JANMAN Scheme?

A. 400
B. 540
C. 300
D. 900
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi releases first instalment of ₹540 crore to beneficiaries of rural
housing scheme under PM-JANMAN.

Q15. Who Launched „Pradhanmantri Suryodaya Yojana‟ ?

A. Amit Shah
B. PM Modi
C. Rajnath Singh
D. Draupadi Murmu
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Recently, the Prime Minister of India launched the 'Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana', a pioneering
government initiative that aims to install rooftop solar power systems in one crore households across the country.

Q16. Who Inaugurated Ayodhya Ram Temple On 22 Jan 2024?

A. Amit Shah
B. Mohan Bhagwat
C. Yogi Adityanath
D. Narendra Modi
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The pran pratishtha is held on 22 January 2024. The temple may be inaugurated through Prime Minister
Narendra Modi. However, the Pran-Pratishtha (consecration) of Ram Lalla in the temple is scheduled between 12:15
pm and 12:45 pm. The “Pran Pratishtha” ceremony will begin at 12:20 p.m. and is expected to end by 1 p.m.
Q17. Which city has been declared as the cleanest city in India in Swachh Survekshan 2023?
A. Indore
B. Surat
C. Both A & B
D. Mumbai
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Indore won the title of the cleanest city in India for the seventh consecutive time, sharing the top rank
with Surat in the government's yearly cleanliness survey. Navi Mumbai held onto the third position in the 'Swachh
Survekshan Awards 2023.'

Q18. What is the population of snow leopards in India?

A. 700
B. 710
C. 715
D. 718
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Fortunately, skilled scientists in India completed the first-ever rigorous examination of the country's
snow leopard population, estimating that 718 of these iconic big cats live within the country's borders.

Q19. Which State has Won Best State Tableau Award Of Republic Day Parade 2024
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Odisha
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Uttrakhand
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Odisha was awarded the Best Tableau Award during the 75th Republic Day Parade 2024. Odisha has
received the first prize among the tableaux displayed by various states and union territories.

Q20. What is the rank of India in “Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) 2023”
A. 40
B. 50
C. 93
D. 90
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: According to a Transparency International report, India ranked 93 out of 180 countries in the 2023
Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI). The CPI is published annually by Transparency International, a non-
governmental organization. The CPI ranks countries on a scale of 0 (highly corrupt) to 100 (very clean) based on their
perceived levels of public sector corruption.

Q21. Which Film Won Best Film Award At „Filmfare Awards 2024‟ ?
A. 12th Fail
B. Animal
C. Dunki
D. Jawan
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: It's a special moment for the team of '12th Fail' as the film bagged the Best Film Award at the 69th
edition of the Filmfare Awards. The 'Black Lady' trophy was received by the members of the film including actors
Vikrant Massey and Medha Shankar.
Q22. Which Country Will Host „2025 Asian Winter Games‟ ?
A. India
B. Indonesia
C. China
D. Japan
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: HARBIN, Feb. 29 (Xinhua) -- The 2025 Asian Winter Games will take place in Harbin, the capital of
northeast China's Heilongjiang Province from February 7-14, according to the competition schedule unveiled by the
Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

Q23. When Is “National Youth Day” Celebrated Every Year

A. 11 Jan
B. 12 Jan
C. 13 Jan
D. 14 Jan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: National Youth Day, also known as Vivekananda Jayanti, is celebrated on 12 January, being the
birthday of a Hindu monk, Swami Vivekananda.

Q24. Which State Government Launched “Ramlala Darshan” Scheme?

A. Bihar
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Gujarat
D. Chhattisgarh
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Recently, the Chhattisgarh government has decided to launch the 'Shri Ramlala Darshan scheme,' a
pilgrimage to the newly built Ram temple in Ayodhya. Approximately 20,000 pilgrims will be taken for the Shri Ram
lala Darshan annually.

Q25. Which City Hosted „Wings India 2024‟ Event ?

A. Pune
B. Surat
C. Hyderabad
D. Mumbai
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Wings India 2024, the four-day aviation summit, concluded on Sunday with an impressive turnout of
more than 50,000 attendees on the final day. Recognised as Asia's largest civil aviation event, the summit was hosted
at Hyderabad's Begumpet airport.

Q26. Sea Dragon Exercise 2024 Has Been Conducted In Which Country ?
A. USA
B. France
C. UK
D. India
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Indian Navy's P8-I arrived in Guam for Exercise Sea Dragon 24 on January 8, 2024. The Indian
Navy's advanced P-8I aircraft marked its arrival in Guam, USA, earlier this week to participate in the prestigious Anti-
Submarine Warfare (ASW) exercise, Sea Dragon 24.
Q27. Which Country‟s Changi Airport Won The Title Of World‟s Best Airport For 2023 ?
A. Singapore
B. Japan
C. France
D. Qatar
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Singapore's Changi Airport has once again been crowned the World's Best Airport for the year 2023,
according to the prestigious awards presented by the air transport research firm, Skytrax.

Q28. Recently Ustad Rashid Khan Passed Away, He Was Associated With Gharana ?
A. Banaras
B. Lucknow
C. Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana
D. Agra
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Renowned music maestro Ustad Rashid Khan, a stalwart of the classical singing world and a prominent
figure of the Rampur-Sahaswan Gharana, passed away at the age of 55 this afternoon, Tuesday, January 9. Khan had
been battling prostate cancer and was undergoing treatment at a private hospital in Kolkata.

Q29. Gabriel Attal Became Youngest Prime Minister Of Which Country ?

A. France
B. India
C. Belgium
D. UK
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Emmanuel Macron appointed 34-year-old Education Minister Gabriel Attal as his new prime minister
on Tuesday, as the French President seeks to breathe new life into his second mandate ahead of European parliament
elections.

Q30. India‟s First Hygienic Food Street Has Been Unveiled In Which City ?
A. Agra
B. Ujjain
C. Ayodhya
D. Pune
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Dr Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Health Minister, inaugurated 'Prasadam,' India's initial hygienic food
street, in a grand event at Neelkanth Van, Mahakal Lok, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh.

Q31. President Droupadi Murmu announced how many gallantry awards for the Indian armed forces?
A. 70
B. 80
C. 60
D. 40
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: President Droupadi Murmu announced 80 gallantry awards for the Indian armed forces on Thursday,
January 25. Among them are six Kirti Chakra and 16 Shaurya Chakra recipients. These awards recognize the
exceptional bravery and valor displayed by members of the armed forces in the line of duty.

Q32. How Many Personalities Have Been Awarded With Padma Award 2024?
A. 100
B. 132
C. 106
D. 111
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: For the year 2024, the President approved conferment of 132 Padma awards, up from 106 such awards
last year. The list comprises five Padma Vibhushan, 17 Padma Bhushan and 110 Padma Shri awards.

Q33. Which State Govt Has Launched „Yogyasree‟ Scheme ?

A. Uttarakhand
B. Bihar
C. West Bengal
D. Gujarat
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee introduced a free training module for the Scheduled
Caste and Scheduled Tribe students in West Bengal for various entrance and competitive examinations under the
name of "Yogyasree", a new social welfare scheme, ahead of Lok Sabha polls. She introduced a toll free anti-ragging
number for students and said notification should be put up in all colleges and universities.

Q34. Who Has Been Awarded With The „Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023‟ ?
A. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy
B. Chirag Shetty
C. Both A & B
D. None Of These
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Badminton duo Satwik Sairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty received the Major Dhyan Chand Khel
Ratna Award, the country's highest sporting honour, from President Droupadi Murmu at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in
New Delhi.

Q35. Who Became 1st Indian Woman Honoured With Arjuna Award for Equestrian (घुड़सवार) Sports?
A. Divyakriti Singh
B. Aditi Swami
C. Ritu Negi
D. Diksha Dagar
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Divyakriti Singh: India's first woman winning Arjuna Award in Equestrian | Other Sports News -
Business Standard.

Q36. Which film won the „Best picture (drama)‟ award at the Golden Globes 2024?
A. CODA
B. The Power Of A Dog
C. Oppenheimer
D. Avengers : Endgame
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: 'Oppenheimer,' 'Barbie,' 'Poor Things,' 'Killers of the Flower Moon,' 'Succession,' 'Beef' and 'The Bear'
were among the night's big winners.

Q37. Who Has Been appointed as CEO of Indian Olympic Association

A. Sanjay Kumar
B. Raghuram Iyer
C. Amitabh Sharm
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Indian Olympic Association appoints Raghuram Iyer as CEO.
Q38. Maharishi Valmiki International Airport Is Located In Which City?
A. Ayodhya
B. Prayagraj
C. Varanasi
D. Agra
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Ayodhya Airport (IATA: AYJ, ICAO: VEAY), officially named as Maharishi Valmiki International
Airport, Ayodhya Dham, is an international airport serving the twin cities of Ayodhya and Faizabad in the state of
Uttar Pradesh, India. The airport is located adjacent to NH-27 and NH-330 at Naaka in Faizabad.

Q39. Which State Govt Launched „Mahtari Vandana Yojana 2024‟ ?

A. Bihar
B. Gujarat
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Goa
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: In a major boost to women empowerment in Chhattisgarh, The Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
today launched the Mahatari Vandana Yojana and disbursed the first instalment under The Scheme.

Q40. Which Ministry Launched „PRERANA program‟ ?

A. Mo Defence
B. Mo Education
C. Mo Agriculture
D. Mo Earth Science
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Department of School Education & Literacy, Ministry of Education, Government of India has launched
'Prerana: An Experiential Learning program', aiming to offer a meaningful, unique, and inspiring experience to all
participants, thereby empowering them with leadership qualities.

Q41. Who has launched „PRITHVI VIGYAN Scheme‟ ?

A. PM Modi
B. Amit Shah
C. Kiran Rijiju
D. None
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Union Cabinet Chaired by the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has approved the overarching
scheme “PRITHvi VIgyan (PRITHVI)” of Ministry of Earth Sciences, for implementation during the period from
2021-26 at an overall cost of Rs. 4,797 crore.

Q42. Who Has Been Appointed as MD of NARCL?

A. P Santhosh
B. Natarajan Sundar
C. Amit Jain
D. Nupur Talwar
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: According to news reports, P Santhosh, chief general manager of Canara Bank, has been named
managing director of National Asset Reconstruction of India (NARCL) from January 5. According to the report
mentioned above, NARCL's MD and CEO, Natarajan Sundar, resigned from his position.
Q43. Who has been appointed as Executive Chairman Of NALSA
A. UU Lalit
B. NV Ramana
C. D. Y. Chandrachud
D. Sanjiv Khanna
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Justice Sanjiv Khanna Appointed As NALSA Executive Chairperson. India's President has appointed
Justice Sanjiv Khanna, the senior-most judge of the Supreme Court, as the NALSA Executive Chairperson,
succeeding Justice S. K. Kaul, who retired on December 25.

Q44. Which is the first UT to implement PM Vishwakarma Yojana?

A. Ladakh
B. Delhi
C. Jammu Kashmir
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Jammu and Kashmir has become the first Union Territory (UT) to implement the PM Vishwakarma
Yojana (PMVY), an initiative that aims to empower and enhance the skills of the craftsman community, officials said
on January 2.

Q45. India‟s 1st All-Girl Sainik School Has Been Inaugurated In Which State ?
A. Bihar
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. MP
D. Uttarakhand
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: India's first all-girls Sainik school opens in Vrindavan; Check important details. The first-ever all-girls
Sainik School was inaugurated in Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh. The Samvid Gurukulam Girls Sainik School is located in
Vatsalya Gram Parisar and offers a CBSE curriculum with military training.

Q46. Which Space Agency Launched XPoSat (X-Ray Polarimeter Satellite)?

A. ISRO
B. Skyroot Aerospace
C. DRDO
D. HAL
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The X-ray Polarimeter Satellite (XPoSat) is an Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
manufactured space observatory to study polarisation of cosmic X-rays. It was launched on 1 January 2024 on a PSLV
rocket, and it has an expected operational lifespan of at least five years.

Q47. What Is the name of India‟s first Generative AI platform?

A. Chat GPT
B. BharatGPT
C. AiIndia
D. BharatAI
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: CoRover.ai, a Human-Centric conversational AI platform unveils India's first indigenous Generative AI
LLM, BharatGPT. The platform, which aims to cater to over 130 crore users, was showcased at the 2023 Global
Partner Artificial Intelligence Summit in New Delhi.
Q48. When Is „National Voters Day‟ is celebrated every year
A. 24 Jan
B. 25 Jan
C. 26 Jan
D. 27 Jan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In order to encourage more young voters to take part in the political process, Government of India has
decided to celebrate January 25 every year as "National Voters' Day". It has been started from 25 January 2011 to
mark the foundation day of Election Commission of India.

Q49. Who is the chief guest of Republic Day 2024?

A. Emmanuel Macron
B. Seikh Hasina
C. Rishi Sunak
D. Joe Biden
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Chief Guest For Republic Day, 2024:President Emmanuel Macron of France graces the occasion as the
esteemed Chief Guest, fostering international camaraderie.

Q50. Who lead the all-women tri-services in republic day parade 2024?
A. Captain Sandhya
B. Aaradhya Singh
C. Ankita Gupta
D. None Of These
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The contingent is led by Captain Sandhya of Military Police, with three supernumerary officers Captain
Sharanya Rao, Sub Lieutenant Anshu Yadav and Flight Lieutenant Shrishti Rao, and an all-women Armed Forces
Medical Services contingent, headed by Major Srishti Khullar with Captain Amba Samant of Army Dental Corps,

Q51. What is the Theme of Republic Day in India for the year 2024?
A. Unity In Diversity
B. Viksit Bharat‟ and „BharatLoktantra ki Matruka
C. Youth Empowerment
D. None Of These
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Republic Day 2024: The theme of this year's Republic Day is 'Viksit Bharat' and 'Bharat: Loktantra ki
Matruka', symbolizing India's aspirations and its role as a nurturer of democracy. India is celebrating its 75th Republic
Day today (26 January, Friday), marking the adoption of the constitution on this day in 1950.

Q52. Who Won „ICC Men‟s ODI Cricketer of the Year Award 2024‟?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Rohit Sharma
C. Babar Azam
D. None
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Veteran Indian batter Virat Kohli was crowned the ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year 2023 for
his exceptional year in the 50-over format.
Q53. Who Launched „Operation Sarvashakti‟ Recently ?
A. Indian Airforce
B. Defence Ministry
C. Indian Army
D. DRDO
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Indian Army launched Operation Sarvashakti, a strategic initiative aimed at eliminating terrorists
responsible for a series of ambushes on Indian troops in the Rajouri and Poonch regions of Jammu and Kashmir.

Q54. Which State Govt Launched „Operation AMRITH ?

A. Punjab
B. Goa
C. Kerala
D. Gujarat
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Kerala Drug Control Department launched tests in the first week of January 2024 called Operation
Amrith (AMRITH - Antimicrobial Resistance Intervention For Total Health) to prevent the overuse of antibiotics in
the state.

Q55. Which State Govt Launched „ Yuva Nidhi‟ Scheme‟ ?

A. Gujarat
B. Karnataka
C. Kerala
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The state government launched the Yuva Nidhi Yojana Scheme in Karnataka. Chief Minister
Siddaramaiah on December 26 launched the registration of the fifth and last pool guarantee 'Yuva Nidhi' in Bengaluru
offering financial assistance to educated youth and diploma holders who are unemployed.

Q56. When is “Indian Army Day” celebrated every year?

A. 14 Jan
B. 15 Jan
C. 16 Jan
D. 17 Jan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The correct answer is 15 January.
 On 15th January the National Army Day was observed in India.
Key Points
 Army Day is celebrated on 15 January every year in India, in recognition of Field Marshal Kodandera M.
 On 15 January 2021, India celebrated its 73rd Indian Army Day in New Delhi.
 Gallantry awards and Sena medals are also awarded on this day.
Additional Information
 The Indian Army was founded almost 126 years ago by the British on April 1, 1895.
 The Indian army was established on 1st April, but Army Day in India is celebrated on 15th January.
 Field Marshal K. M. Cariappa became the first Indian Army Chief of Independent India on 15 January
1949.
 The transfer of power of the army in the hands of an Indian citizen on 15 January is marked as Army
day in the country.
 Cariappa led the Indian Army on the western border in the Indo-Pak war in 1947.
Q57. Which State Govt Launched LABHA Scheme ?
A. Bihar
B. Odisha
C. Gujarat
D. Tripura
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The Odisha government on January 29 announced the launch of LABHA ('Laghu Bana Jatya Drabya
Kraya') Yojana a 100% State-funded minimum support price (MSP) scheme for minor forest produce (MFP).

Q58. When was World Leprosy Day celebrated in 2024?

A. 25 Jan
B. 28 Jan
C. 31 Jan
D. 24 Jan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: World Leprosy Day - Sunday 28 January 2024This international day is an opportunity to to celebrate
people who have experienced leprosy, also known as Hansen's disease; raise awareness of the disease; and call for an
end to leprosy-related stigma and discrimination.

Q59. Which Space Agency Will Launch „INSAT-3DS‟ Satellite ?

A. JAXA
B. Nasa
C. ISRO
D. ESA
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Thanks to ISRO for launching INSAT-3DS, which has immense benefits to meteorological nowcast and
forecasts services.

Q60. Who Became The Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff ?

A. R Hari Kumar
B. Manoj Pande
C. Ashutosh Dixit
D. Dinesh K Tripathi
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti, AVSM, VSM assumed charge as Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff on 01 Oct
2023. He was commissioned into the Indian Navy on 01 Jul 1988 and is a Navigation and Direction Specialist.

Q61. Who Won Best FIFA Men‟s Player Award 2024 (Football)?
A. Lionel Messi
B. CR7
C. Erling Haaland
D. Pep Guardiola
Correct Answer:
Explanation: Messi pips Haaland after tie-breaker to pick men's best player, as Guardiola and Wiegman are named
best coaches.

Q62. Recently Cyclone Alvaro Hits Which Of The Following Country ?

A. India
B. France
C. Madagascar
D. Japan
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Tropical Cyclone Alvaro has affected close to half of the total number of people affected by Cyclone
Freddy in Madagascar.

Q63. Who Became Secretary General Of BIMSTEC?

A. Indra Mani Pandey
B. Ankit Singh
C. Raghu Das
D. Tenzin Lekphell
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Ambassador Indra Mani Pandey, a senior diplomat of India, assumed today the position of Secretary
General (SG) of the Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC).

Q64. Which is the best city to live in India for women?

A. Mumbai
B. Patna
C. Chennai
D. Hyderabad
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Chennai emerged as the top Indian city for women in 2023 in terms of inclusivity and conduciveness to
working women, as per findings from diversity, equity and inclusivity consultant Avtar Group‟s Top Cities for
Women in India (TCWI) 2023.

Q65. Recently Which Country Declared Snow Leopard As National Symbol?

A. Kyrgyzstan
B. India
C. Russia
D. Serbia
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Kyrgyzstan officially declared the snow leopard its national symbol, demonstrating its commitment to
conservation and ecological balance. Kyrgyzstan's President 'Sadyr Japarov' signed a decree on December 30, 2023.

Q66. Which State‟s „Mouban‟ Honey Got GI Tag Recently?

A. West Bengal
B. Bihar
C. Rajasthan
D. Manipur
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The honey collected from Sundarbans, called Mouban, has received the GI tag. West Bengal State
Council of Science and Technology may receive an official letter soon. Mauli residents in Sundarbans collect the
honey, which is a prime minor forest produce (MFP).

Q67. Which Country Launched „Einstein Probe‟ Space Mission?

A. India
B. China
C. Japan
D. USA
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: China has achieved a significant milestone in space science with the successful launch of the Einstein
Probe, a space science satellite, from the Xichang Satellite Launch Centre via a CZ-2C rocket.
Q68. Who has been presented with “Indian of the Year Award” for 2023?
A. ISRO
B. Drdo
C. HAL
D. AIF
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) Science & Technology; MoS PMO, Personnel, Public
Grievances, Pensions, Atomic Energy and Space, Dr Jitendra Singh presented “Indian of the Year Award" for the year
2023 in the category 'Outstanding Achievement' to Team ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation).

Q69. Which State Won Maximum Medal At „The Beach Games 2024” ?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Gujarat
C. Tripura
D. Uttarakhand
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: India's first multi-sports Beach Games “The Beach Games 2024” was held at the Blue Flag certified
Ghoghla Beach in Diu. Madhya Pradesh emerged as the champion in these games. Madhya Pradesh topped the medal
tally with a total of 18 medals including 7 gold.

Q70. India, France & ______ Conducted „Desert Knight‟ Exercise?

A. S Arabia
B. Japan
C. UAE
D. Oman
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: India, UAE, and France conducted the Desert Knight exercise over the Arabian Sea. The IAF operated
from its west coast bases, while UAE and France operated from Al Dhafra airbase. The exercise aimed to enhance
synergy and interoperability among the air forces and showcased the IAF's prowess. The exercise is the latest instance
of the way India is building military interoperability with countries in the region, especially the Gulf, in conjunction
with others like the US and France.

Q71. Atpadi Conservation Reserve, recently seen in the news, is a new Conservation Reserve of which state?
A. Gujarat
B. Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Maharashtra
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The Government of Maharashtra has declared a new Conservation Reserve in the forest land of Sangli
district namely Atpadi Conservation Reserve.

Q72. Exercise „Sahyog Kaijin‟ Has Been Conducted By India & Which Country?
A. Japan
B. China
C. Taiwan
D. UK
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Indian and Japanese Coast Guards have recently conducted a successful joint exercise named
'Sahyog Kaijin' off the coast of Chennai. This exercise is a part of the ongoing collaboration between the two countries
under the Memorandum of Cooperation (MoC) signed in 2006.
Q73. Who Has Been Honored With Tenzing Norgay Adventure Award ?
A. Saran Sharma
B. Savita Kanswal
C. Aravind Kumar
D. Sashi Kumar
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: In a heart-touching ceremony, President Draupadi Murmu posthumously conferred the prestigious
Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award upon Savita Kanswal. The award, presented to her father Radheshyam
Kanswal, is a testament to Savita's exceptional achievements in the field of mountaineering.

Q74. Which Country To Host 46th Session Of „UNESCO World Heritage Committee‟ ?
A. Iran
B. France
C. India
D. UK
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: As UNESCO's official statement, “At its 19th extraordinary session (UNESCO, 2023), the World
Heritage Committee decided that its 46th session will take place in India."

Q75. Who introduced „Ugram‟ Assault Rifle For Indian Army ?

A. DRDO
B. Isro
C. HAL
D. BEL
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has launched an indigenous assault rifle
named 'Ugram', intended to meet the operational requirements of armed forces, paramilitary, and state police entities.

Q76. Drishti-10 UAV (Unmanned aerial vehicle) Has Been Manufactured By________?
A. DRDO
B. ISRO
C. Adani Defence and Aerospace
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Drishti 10 Starliner UAV, manufactured by Adani Defence and Aerospace, has an endurance of 36
hours and is cleared to fly in both segregated and unsegregated airspace.

Q77. Hanumangarhi `Laddu‟ Of Which City Got GI Tag Recently?

A. Agra
B. Ayodhya
C. Pune
D. Nasik
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: As per a report by ANI, as Ayodhya prepares for the historic consecration of the Ram temple, the iconic
Hanuman Garhi Besan Laddoo has been recognized with the GT tag, as it possesses the unique qualities associated
with that specific region.

Q78. Who is the new secretary of Railway Board?

A. Jaya Varma Sinha
B. Aruna Nayar
C. Geeta Singh
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Ms. Aruna Nayar, Indian Railway Personnel Service (IRPS) Officer of 1987 Batch and Level-16
empanelled IRMS officer has been appointed as Secretary, Railway Board and taken over charge on 06.01. 2024.

Q79. Who Has Beenappointed Executive Director, Asian Development Bank?

A. Vikas Sheel
B. Anand Kumar
C. Ramesh Sheel
D. Anurag Singh
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: India's Vikas Sheel has been appointed Executive Director of the Asian Development Bank in January
2024.

Q80. Who Launched Panchayat Se Parliament Tak‟ programme ?

A. PM Modi
B. Om Birla
C. Amit Shah
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla inaugurated the programme in the Central Hall of Samvidhan Sadan.

Q81. Which State‟s „Wancho Wooden Craft‟ Got GI Tag Recently?

A. Haryana
B. Goa
C. WB
D. Arunachal Pradesh
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Arunachal Pradesh's ginger, locally known as Adi Kekir, handmade carpets and Wancho wooden craft
have secured the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, Chief Minister Pema Khandu has announced.

Q82. Recently a new plant species named Polygonum Chaturbhujanum has been discovered from which tiger
reserve?
A. Pench Tiger Reserve
B. Pakke TR
C. Kaxiranga TR
D. Manas TR
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Recently, a new plant species of Polygonum genus has been discovered at Gol Pahadi Island of
the Pench Tiger Reserve (PTR) in Maharashtra during a survey. About the New plant species: A new plant species
named Polygonum Chaturbhujanum has been discovered at Gol Pahadi island of PTR.

Q83. Who has been conferred with Nritya Kalanidhi award ?

A. Anandi Singh
B. Vasanthalakshmi Narasimhachari
C. Aruna Parmar
D. Sunita Sinha
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Vidushi Vasanthalakshmi Narasimhachari was conferred the prestigious Nritya Kalanidhi title and
award by the Music Academy, Chennai on 3rd January 2024, during the inauguration of its 17th Dance Festival, held
at the T.T. Krishnamachari Auditorium in Chennai.
Q84. Which State granted ST (Schedule Tribe) status to Hatti community
A. Uttarakhand
B. Goa
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. UP
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Hutti community resides in the Trans-Giri region of Sirmaur district of Himachal Pradesh. Recently
the Hatti community has been granted Scheduled Tribe (ST) status. Himachal Pradesh Government has issued a
notification in this regard.

Q85. Which State Govt launched „Sadak Surakhya Force (SSF)‟ First Time In India?
A. Odisha
B. Punjab
C. Goa
D. Maharashtra
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Punjab Chief Minister Bhagwant Mann on Saturday rolled out a dedicated 'Sadak Surakhya Force'
(SSF) to streamline traffic movement and check road accidents in the state. Addressing a gathering on the launch of
the SFF here, he said Punjab is the first state to constitute such a force.

Q86. Who is the World‟s Top-Selling Automaker in 2023?

A. Toyota Motors
B. Tata Motors
C. Maruti
D. Mercedes
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Toyota sales: Toyota keeps crown as world's top-selling automaker in 2023 - The Economic Times.

Q87. Who Authored A Book Titled „Ek Samandar, Mere Andar‟ ?

A. Sanjeev Joshi
B. Ajay Bhat
C. Tarun Dutta
D. None
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval and Chief of Defence Staff General Anil Chauhan unveiled the
book 'Ek Samandar, Mere Andar' authored by Sanjeev Joshi, the Deputy CEO of BrahMos Aerospace. The book
comprises 75 poems and was officially introduced at a ceremony held at the India International Centre.

Q88. India‟s Largest Green Hydrogen Pilot Project Has Been Inaugurated In Which State?
A. Uttarakhand
B. Karnataka
C. MP
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: THDC India has inaugurated the country's largest green hydrogen pilot project at its office complex
in Rishikesh, Uttarakhand.

Q89. Who discovered India‟s first oral contraceptive pill „Saheli‟ ?

A. Dr Tarun
B. Dr Arun Sharma
C. Dr Nitya Anand
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Nitya Anand, the developer of India's first oral contraceptive pill 'Saheli', has passed away at the age of
99. He served as the former director of the Central Drug Research Institute and was instrumental in the discovery of
Centchroman.

Q90. Which state celebrated 4th edition of annual Orange festival?

A. Nagaland
B. Goa
C. Manipur
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: 4th edition of the Orange Festival was inaugurated in Kohima District, Nagaland. The fourth edition of
the annual Orange Festival was held at Rusoma village in Kohima district. This festival was inaugurated by the
Minister for Women Resources & Horticulture Salhoutuonuo Kruse.

Q91. Military Exercise SADA TANSEEQ Will Be Conducted By IND & which country?
A. Japan
B. Oman
C. Saudi Arabia
D. UAE
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Indian Army and Royal Saudi Land Forces conducted the first joint exercise 'Sada Tanseeq 2024' in the
Mahajan field firing range on February 9. The inaugural edition of the India-Saudi Arabia Joint Military Exercise
'Sada Tanseeq 2024' commenced in Mahajan, Rajasthan on January 29.

Q92. Who Launched „Hamara Samvidhan, Hamara Samman‟ campaign?

A. Jagdeep Dhankhar
B. PM Modi
C. Draupadi Murmu
D. Rajnath Singh
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: To commemorate the momentous occasion of India's 75th year as a Republic, the Department of Justice
proudly inaugurates the pan-India year-long campaign, 'Hamara Samvidhan Hamara Samman'.

Q93. Indian Navy to Establish Second VLF (Very Low Frequency) Communication Station in which state?
A. Telangana
B. Kerala
C. Bihar
D. Gujarat
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Hyderabad: The Indian Navy has recently chosen Vikarabad district in Telangana to set up its second
Very Low Frequency (VLF) Communication Transmission Station in the country.

Q94. Which state became the 2nd state after Bihar to start caste census?
A. UP
B. Telangana
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Manipur
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Andhra Pradesh becomes the second state after Bihar to take up the caste census. Amaravati: The
Andhra Pradesh government on Friday kicked off its comprehensive caste census to enumerate all communities in the
state.
Q95. Joint Training Exercise Cyclone-2 Has Been Conducted By IND & _____?
A. France
B. Turkey
C. Egypt
D. Indonesia
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: INDIAN ARMY SPECIAL FORCES CONTINGENT REACHES EGYPT FOR JOINT EXERCISE
'CYCLONE' The Indian Army contingent comprising 25 personnel reached Egypt to take part in the 2nd edition of
India-Egypt Joint Special Forces Exercise CYCLONE. The Exercise will be conducted at Anshas, Egypt from
22nd January to 1st February 2024.

Q96. Who Developed India‟s First Self-Made Aircraft Seat ?

A. DRDO
B. HAL
C. Timetooth
D. Skyroot
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: In a significant milestone for the Indian aviation industry, Timetooth, a Bengaluru-based engineering
company, has unveiled India's first-ever domestically manufactured aircraft passenger seat at the Wings India 2024
event.

Q97. Mohammed Bin Abdullah Masjid Is Being Built In Which State?

A. Gujarat
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Goa
D. Maharashtra
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Muhammad Bin Abdullah Masjid or Ayodhya Mosque is being constructed in Dhannipur, Ayodhya
district, Uttar Pradesh, at the Supreme Court of India designated site following the verdict related to the Ayodhya
dispute case.

Q98. Kachchhi Kharek From Which State Got GI Tag?

A. Gujarat
B. Goa
C. Manipur
D. Haryana
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Kachchhi Kharek, the indigenous date variety from the arid region of Kutch in Gujarat, has recently
been awarded the prestigious Geographical Indication (GI) tag. This accolade recognizes Kachchhi Kharek as the
second fruit from Gujarat, after the Gir Kesar mango, to be distinguished with such an honour.

Q99. Exercise “Khanjar 2024” Has Been Conducted Between India & Which Country
A. Turkeministan
B. Oman
C. Kyrgyzstan
D. Maldives
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The 11th edition of India-Kyrgyzstan Joint Special Forces Exercise KHANJAR has commenced at the
Special Forces Training School in Bakloh, Himachal Pradesh. The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 22nd
January to 3rd February 2024. It is an annual event conducted alternatively in both the countries.
Q100. Which Country Became 5th Country To Land On The Moon Successfully¿
A. Indonesia
B. Japan
C. S Africa
D. Srilanka
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Japan has become the fifth country in the world to successfully make a soft landing on the Moon on
January 20, 2024. On this occasion, Prime Minister Narendra Modi congratulated Japan for making its first soft
landing on the Moon.

Q101. Who Launched „Assam‟s Braveheart Lachit Barphukan‟ Book ?

A. Amit Shah
B. PM Modi
C. N Sitharaman
D. Hemant Sharma
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah, released the book 'Assam's
Braveheart Lachit Barphukan' in Guwahati, Assam.

Q102. Parakram Diwas Is Celebrated On The Birth Aniversary Of Which Freedom Fighter
A. Bhagat Singh
B. Subhash Chandra Bose
C. Ashfaqulla Khan
D. Chandrashekhar Azad
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, otherwise called Netaji Jayanti or Parakram Diwas or Parakram Divas, is
a public holiday observed in India on the birthday of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose, a notable Indian freedom fighter.
He played an instrumental role in the Indian independence struggle.

Q103. Which State Govt Launched „My School-My Pride‟ Campaign ?

A. Uttarakhand
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Gujarat
D. Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Himachal Pradesh Launches 'My School-My Pride' For Education Transformation. Himachal Pradesh
introduces 'My School-My Pride' campaign, part of 'Apna Vidyalay' program, aiming to transform education in
government schools, fostering holistic student growth.

Q104. Which State Govt Launched „Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan‟

A. Assam
B. Gujarat
C. Goa
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Recently, the Assam government introduced the Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyaan (MMUA),
a financial support scheme aimed at empowering rural women entrepreneurs. This initiative carries unique conditions,
particularly focusing on the number of children women can have to qualify for the benefits.
Q105. Who has been appointed as the director general of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)?
A. Arun Kumar
B. Daljit Singh Chaudhary
C. Abhishek Kumar
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Senior IPS officer Daljit Singh Chaudhary has been appointed as the director general of the Sashastra
Seema Bal (SSB). Chaudhary, who is currently serving as the Special Director General of the Central Reserve Police
Force (CRPF), will hold the position until his superannuation in November 2025.

Q106. Who has been Honoured With The „Assam Baibhav Award For 2024?
A. Dr. Tapan Saikia
B. Ranjan Gogoi
C. Amitabh Kant
D. Himant Biswa
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Former Chief Justice of India Ranjan Gogoi was given the Assam's highest civilian award, Assam
Baibhav, in Guwahati on Tuesday.

Q107. India‟s first graphene centre Has Been setup In which state?
A. Gujarat
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Kerala
D. Maharashtra
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Listen to This Article. MeitY Secretary S Krishnan on Wednesday launched a Centre of Excellence
(CoE) in Intelligent Internet of Things (IIoT) Sensors and India's first graphene centre - India Innovation Centre for
Graphene (IICG) in Kerala.

Q108. Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival Has Been Celebrated In Which State?
A. Odisha
B. Jharkhand
C. Goa
D. Arunachal Pradesh
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The 9th edition of the Pakke Paga Hornbill Festival (PPHF) commenced in the town of Seijosa
in Arunachal Pradesh's Pakke Kessang district on January 18, 2024, with a call to protect and conserve hornbills.

Q109. Who is the No 1 chess champion in India?

A. V Anand
B. Gukesh D
C. Praggnanandhaa
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Teenage Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa becomes India's No. 1 chess player, surpassing Viswanathan
Anand. Prag defeated Ding Liren in the Tata Steel Masters, moving to No. 11 in the world rankings.

Q110. India‟s 1st Centre for the Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) established In which City?
A. Pune
B. Surat
C. Hyderabad
D. Delhi
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: WEF's Centre for Fourth Industrial Revolution (C4IR) in Hyderabad was formally inaugurated at
BioAsia 2024.

Q111. Who Is The Author Of A Book Titled „An Uncommon Love‟ ?

A. Akash Singh
B. Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni
C. Anuradha Singh
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: The book "An Uncommon Love: The Early Life of Sudha and Narayana Murthy," authored by Chitra
Banerjee Divakaruni.

Q112. India Conducted „Ex-Ayutthaya‟ With Which Country ?

A. Sri Lanka
B. Indonesia
C. Thailand
D. Japan
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy (RTN) conducted a maiden bilateral exercise, named 'Ex-
Ayutthaya', which symbolises the significance of 'Ayodhya' in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand, which holds historic
legacies and has rich cultural ties.

Q113. When Is National Start-up Day Celebrated Every Year?

A. 15 Jan
B. 16 Jan
C. 17 Jan
D. 18 Jan
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: National Startup Day is observed annually on 16th January to appreciate and promote the Indian Startup
Ecosystem. Startup India initiative was launched on 16th January, 2016, with a vision to cultivate innovation, support
startups, and stimulate investments.

Q114. Which University Initiated 1st Human Trials For Deadly Nipah Virus Vaccine
A. Yale University
B. Oxford University
C. Harvard University
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Scientists at the University of Oxford in the U.K. have launched first-in-human vaccine trials for the
deadly Nipah virus which impacts many Asian countries, including India.

Q115. Who Is the author of a book Titled „Gandhi A Life in Three Campaigns?
A. M J Akbar
B. Natwar Singh
C. Both A & B
D. None
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: A book named “Gandhi A Life in Three Campaigns” Launched by M.J. Akbar. Renowned author M.J.
Akbar, along with co-author K. Natwar Singh, launched a new book titled "Gandhi: A Life in Three Campaigns."
Q116. International Camel Festival Celebrated In Which State?
A. Rajasthan
B. Gujarat
C. Haryana
D. Punjab
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Department of Tourism organised the three-day International Camel Festival, which started with a
Heritage Walk in the Bikaner district of Rajasthan.

Q117. Recently Ganga Sagar Mela 2024 Held In Which State?

A. West Bengal
B. Bihar
C. MP
D. Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Ganga Sagar Mela in Sagardwip, West Bengal, India's second-largest fair after Kumbh Mela, coincides
with Makar Sankranti on the 14th or 15th of January each year.

Q118. Who Launched a book titled „Modi: Energising A Green Future,‟?

A. Bhupender Yadav
B. PM Modi
C. Amit Shah
D. Anurag Thakur
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Union Minister Bhupendra Yadav launched a book titled 'Modi: Energising a Green Future' Union
Minister Bhupender Yadav, heading the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), has
recently unveiled an insightful book titled "Modi: Energising A Green Future".

Q119. Tshering Tobgay Re-Elected As Prime Minister Of Which Country ?

A. Bhutan
B. Nepal
C. China
D. Combodia
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: After the 2013 election, Tobgay was elected as Prime Minister of Bhutan by a secret ballot.

Q120. Who Has Been Appointed As India‟s WTO Ambassador?

A. Amit Kumar
B. Senthil Pandian
C. Sahil Kumar
D. Anand Singhal
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Daily Current Affairs / The Indian government has appointed IAS officer Senthil Pandian C as the new
ambassador to the World Trade Organisation (WTO) in Geneva. He succeeds Brajendra Navnit, whose term concludes
on March 31, 2024, indicating a change in India's representation at the WTO.

Q121. Red Ant Chutney of Which State Received GI Tag?

A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. Jharkhand
D. Goa
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: What is a geographical indication? Kai Chutney, also known as Red Ant Chutney, from Odisha, has
been granted the Geographical Indication (GI) tag due to its unique taste and texture.

Q122. Who Assumed Role As DG In Defence Ministry ?

A. Amit Sharma
B. Amit Shah
C. Anjali Tomar
D. Samir Kumar Sinha
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: Senior IAS officer Samir Kumar Sinha has been appointed as Additional Secretary and Director
General (Acquisition) in the Defence Ministry, as part of a bureaucratic reshuffle effected by the Centre. Sinha, a
1994-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, is currently working in his Assam-Meghalaya cadre.

Q123. Which Bank Introduced „Samman RuPay Credit Card‟ for Government Employees ?
A. Axis Bank
B. IndusInd Bank
C. HDFC
D. Yes Bank
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: IndusInd Bank Launches 'Samman RuPay Credit Card' for Government Employees.

Q124. When is Pravasi Bhartiya Divas Celebrated Every Year?

A. 9 Jan
B. 10 Jan
C. 15 Jan
D. 25 Jan
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) is celebrated on 9th January every year since 2003 to mark the
contribution of Overseas Indian community in the development of India.

Q125. Who Wrote The Book „Sanskriti ke Ayaam‟ ?

A. Ankita Sharma
B. Manorama Mishra
C. Ajay Bhat
D. Chetan Bhagat
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: General V. K. Singh (retired) released the book 'Dimensions of Sanskriti' written by Manorama Mishra.

Q126. Who wrote the book Four Stars of Destiny?

A. MM Naravane
B. Manoj Pandey
C. Ashok Kumar
D. Ashutosh Sharma
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: M.M. Naravane has been the former Army Chief of the country. Recently M.M. The book 'Four Stars of
Destiny' written by Naravane has been unveiled. In this, Naravane has mentioned the Galvan Valley military clash that
occurred in the year 2020.

Q127. Who Has Been Honoured With The “Kuvempu national award 2023”
A. Shankar Pandit
B. Ajit Singh
C. V Annamalai (Imayam)
D. Shirshendu Mukhopadhyay
Correct Answer: D
Explanation: The prestigious Kuvempu National Award has been announced. Renowned Bengali writer Shirshendu
Mukhopadhyay has been selected for Kuvempu National Award for 2023. In Bangalore (Bengaluru) the president of
the Kuvempu Foundation Dr. B.L. The Kuvempu National Award Selection Committee meeting was held under the
chairmanship of Shankar. In this meeting, the name of the famous Bengali literature writer Shirshendu
Chachopadhyay was finalized.

Q128. Adidas to set up its first Asia GCC (Global Capacity Centre) outside China in Which state ?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Bihar
C. Gujarat
D. Karnataka
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Adidas to set up its first Asia GCC outside China in Tamil Nadu.

Q129. Who has launched Tur Dal Purchase portal?

A. Narendra Modi
B. Amit Shah
C. N Sitharaman
D. S. Irani
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on Thursday inaugurated a tur dal procurement portal through which
farmers can register and sell their produce to NAFED and NCCF at a minimum support price or market price.

Q130. 10th century Kadamba inscription written in Kannada & Sanskrit found in which State?
A. Goa
B. Manipur
C. Karnataka
D. TN
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: An inscription written in Kannada and Sanskrit and said to be of 10th century A.D. Kadamba period has
been discovered in the Mahadeva temple at Cacoda in southern Goa.

Q131. Which Is The First State To Map All Accident Prone Sites?
A. Bihar
B. TN
C. Punjab
D. Goa
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: Punjab achieves a milestone, being the first in India to map all 784 accident black spots with Mappls
App, a state-of-the-art navigation system from MapMyIndia

Q132. Which State has achieved the highest entry rate on the Inter-Operable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)
platform ?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Gujarat
D. Haryana
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: For the third consecutive year, Uttar Pradesh has achieved the highest entry rate on the Inter-Operable
Criminal Justice System (ICJS) platform, showcasing the state's commitment to leveraging technology in the
administration of justice.
Q133. Who Has Unveiled A Book Titled „Ram Mandir Rashtra Mandir Ak Sajhi Virast‟ ?
A. Yogi Adityanath
B. Arif Mohammad
C. PM Modi
D. Amit Shah
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Governor of Kerala, Arif Mohammad, unveiled a book titled "Ram Mandir Rashtra Mandir Ak Sajhi
Virast" at the Rang Bhawan Auditorium in Delhi. In a significant cultural event, the Governor of Kerala, Arif
Mohammad, unveiled a book titled “Ram Mandir Rashtra Mandir Ak Sajhi Virast” at the Rang Bhawan Auditorium in
Delhi.

Q134. Who Has Assumed Command of Western Naval Command?

A. Indian Airforce
B. Indian Army
C. Indian Navy
D. Ind Coast Guard
Correct Answer: C
Explanation: The Western Naval Command is one of the three command–level formations of the Indian Navy. It
is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Q135. Who Has Been Honoured With M S Swaminathan Award?

A. HD Sharma
B. B R Kamboj
C. Vinay Chopra
D. Amit Shah
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Prof. B.R. Kamboj, the Vice Chancellor of Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University,
has been bestowed with the prestigious M.S. Swaminathan Award.

Q136. Which Company Achieved India‟s First ISCC-Plus Certification?

A. TATA
B. Reliance
C. Adani Group
D. Wipro
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Reliance Industries launches India's first ISCC-Plus certified chemically recycled polymers.

Q137. When is World Braille Day annually observed?

A. 4 Jan
B. 5 Jan
C. 6 Feb
D. 7 March
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: World Braille Day is an international day on 4 January and celebrates awareness of the importance of
braille as a means of communication in the full realization of the human rights for blind and visually impaired people.

Q138. UP‟s First Floating Restaurant Has Been Inaugurated In Which City?
A. Prayagraj
B. Lucknow
C. Agra
D. Kanpur
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: CM Yogi Adityanath Inaugurates UP's First Floating Restaurant In Prayagraj.
Q139. Military Exercise „Desert Cyclone 2024‟ Has Been Conducted By India & Which Country ?
A. UAE
B. S Arabia
C. Oman
D. Iran
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: India and UAE will hold 'Desert Cyclone 2024' joint military exercise in Rajasthan from 2nd January to
15th January, 2024. The exercise aims to enhance interoperability by learning & sharing best practices in Urban
Operations.

Q140. Felix Tshisekedi Became President of Which Country ?

A. Ethiopia
B. Democratic Republic of Congo
C. South Africa
D. None
Correct Answer: B
Explanation: Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo (French: [feliks ɑ̃twan tʃisekedi tʃilombo]; born 13 June 1963) is a
Congolese politician who has been the President of the Democratic Republic of the Congo since 24 January 2019.

Q141. Which City Hosted 12th Divya Kala Mela 2023?

A. Surat
B. Pune
C. Lucknow
D. Agra
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment's Department for Persons with Disabilities hosted
'Divya Kala Mela' in Surat, Gujarat, from December 29, 2023, to January 7, 2024.

Q142. Which State Set Guinness Record In Mass Surya Namaskar?

A. Gujarat
B. Haryana
C. UP
D. Bihar
Correct Answer: A
Explanation: Gujarat sets Guinness World Record for most people performing Surya Namaskar simultaneously at
108 locations and 51 different categories. Gujarat etched its name in the Guinness Book of World Records for the
most people performing Surya Namaskar simultaneously.