Weekly Current affairs play a very important role in the competitive examinations and hence, aspirants have to give undivided attention to it while doing preparation for the government examinations. The CGLRE, OCS examinations comprise a section of “Current Affairs” to evaluate how much the aspirant is aware of the daily happenings taking place around the world. To complement your preparation, we are providing you with a compilation of Weekly Current affairs.
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1. What is the name of the high-speed railway inaugurated in Indonesia?
A) SpeedyLink Railway
B) FastTrack Express
C) Whoosh High-Speed Railway
D) SwiftTransit Line
Answer: C) Whoosh High-Speed Railway
2. Who officially inaugurated the high-speed railway in Indonesia?
A) Chinese President Xi Jinping
B) Indonesian President Joko Widodo
C) Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad
D) Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Answer: B) Indonesian President Joko Widodo
3. What does “Whoosh” stand for in the Indonesian language?
A) World Harmony, Optimal Operations, System Harmony
B) Waktu Hemat, Operasi Optimal, Sistem Handal
C) Waterfront, High Output, Sustainable Habitat
D) Well-being, Hope, Opportunity, Success, Happiness
Answer: B) Waktu Hemat, Operasi Optimal, Sistem Handal
4. Which initiative is the Whoosh high-speed railway a part of?
A) European Union Development Plan
B) Asian Connectivity Project
C) China’s Belt and Road Initiative
D) African Continental Free Trade Area
Answer: C) China’s Belt and Road Initiative
5. What is the primary goal of the Whoosh high-speed railway project?
A) Reduce pollution in Indonesian cities
B) Increase travel times between Jakarta and Bandung
C) Enhance efficiency and reduce travel times between Jakarta and Bandung
D) Promote cultural exchange between Indonesia and China
Answer: C) Enhance efficiency and reduce travel times between Jakarta and Bandung
6. What is the meaning of “Whoosh” in English?
A) Efficient
B) Rapid Movement
C) Slow and Steady
D) Delayed
Answer: B) Rapid Movement
7. Which two Indonesian cities will be connected by the Whoosh high-speed railway?
A) Jakarta and Bali
B) Jakarta and Bandung
C) Surabaya and Medan
D) Yogyakarta and Semarang
Answer: B) Jakarta and Bandung
8. What is the significance of the Whoosh high-speed railway for Indonesia’s infrastructure development?
A) It is the first underwater high-speed railway in Southeast Asia
B) It marks a significant milestone for the nation’s infrastructure development
C) It is the longest high-speed railway in the world
D) It is the first high-speed railway powered by renewable energy
Answer: B) It marks a significant milestone for the nation’s infrastructure development
9. What is the full form of “Whoosh” in English?
A) Wider Horizons, Optimal Operations, Outstanding Safety, High-speed
B) Worldwide Harmonization, Operational Optimism, Systematic Handling
C) Waktu Hemat, Operasi Optimal, Sistem Handal
D) None of the above
Answer: D) None of the above
10. What does the Whoosh high-speed railway project emphasize in terms of its operation?
A) Luxury and Comfort
B) Efficiency and Reliability
C) Low Cost and Affordability
D) Environmental Sustainability
Answer: B) Efficiency and Reliability
11. What was Pakistan’s year-on-year inflation rate in September?
A. 22.4%
B. 27.4%
C. 31.4%
D. 35.4%
Answer: C. 31.4%
12. What were the primary factors driving the surge in inflation?
A. Food prices
B. Fuel and energy prices
C. Clothing prices
D. Housing prices
Answer: B. Fuel and energy prices
13. What was the inflation rate in August before the surge in September?
A. 22.4%
B. 27.4%
C. 31.4%
D. 35.4%
Answer: B. 27.4%
14. What percentage did Pakistan increase its interest rates to in an attempt to curb inflation?
A. 18%
B. 20%
C. 22%
D. 25%
Answer: C. 22%
15. Which currency is used in Pakistan?
A. Taka
B. Rupee
C. Rupiah
D. Ringgit
Answer: B. Rupee
16. What happened to the value of the Pakistani rupee in August?
A. It remained stable
B. It hit all-time lows
C. It reached all-time highs
D. It depreciated moderately
Answer: B. It hit all-time lows
17. Why did the Pakistani rupee rebound in September?
A. Decreased interest rates
B. Increased inflation
C. Crackdown on unregulated FX trade
D. Reduced government spending
Answer: C. Crackdown on unregulated FX trade
18. What did the Ministry of Finance anticipate regarding the future inflation rate?
A. 25-27%
B. 29-31%
C. 32-34%
D. 35-37%
Answer: B. 29-31%
19. Despite high inflation, what did the government recently reduce to alleviate economic burden?
A. Electricity prices
B. Petrol and diesel prices
C. Income taxes
D. Public transportation fares
Answer: B. Petrol and diesel prices
20. What reason did the government cite for the reduction in petrol and diesel prices?
A. Decreased international petroleum prices
B. Increased international petroleum prices
C. Improved exchange rate
D. Decreased demand for fuel
Answer: A. Decreased international petroleum prices
21. What party does Mohamed Muizzu belong to?
A) Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)
B) Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM)
C) Maldives Reform Movement (MRM)
D) Maldives Labour and Social Democratic Party (MLSDP)
Answer: B) Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM)
22. In which position did Mohamed Muizzu secure victory in the presidential polls?
A) Prime Minister
B) Mayor of Male
C) President
D) Minister of Housing
Answer: C) President
23. Who did Muizzu defeat in the presidential runoff vote?
A) Mohamed Nasheed
B) Ibrahim Solih
C) Abdulla Yameen
D) Maumoon Abdul Gayoom
Answer: B) Ibrahim Solih
24. What percentage of the vote did Muizzu secure in the runoff election?
A) 45%
B) 53%
C) 60%
D) 75%
Answer: B) 53%
25. What is Muizzu’s educational qualification?
A) Bachelor’s degree in Political Science
B) Doctorate in Civil Engineering
C) Master’s degree in Economics
D) Ph.D. in History
Answer: B) Doctorate in Civil Engineering
26. Which university did Muizzu receive his doctorate from?
A) University of Leeds, UK
B) Harvard University, USA
C) University of Oxford, UK
D) University of Tokyo, Japan
Answer: A) University of Leeds, UK
27. Which position did Muizzu hold in former President Abdulla Yameen’s cabinet?
A) Minister of Finance
B) Minister of Housing
C) Minister of Foreign Affairs
D) Minister of Education
Answer: B) Minister of Housing
28. According to the Bihar caste survey, what percentage of the population belongs to the Extremely Backward Class (EBC)?
A) 27.13%
B) 36.01%
C) 19.65%
D) 15.52%
Answer: B) 36.01%
29. What percentage of the population in Bihar constitutes the Scheduled Caste (SC)?
A) 15.52%
B) 19.65%
C) 1.68%
D) 27.13%
Answer: B) 19.65%
30. What is the predominant religion in Bihar according to the provided information?
A) Christianity
B) Buddhism
C) Hinduism
D) Islam
Answer: C) Hinduism
31. What is the purpose of the revamped Khadi India outlet inaugurated at the IIT Campus in Delhi?
A. To promote traditional Indian music
B. To bridge the generational gap and renew interest in Khadi
C. To sell modern electronic gadgets
D. To showcase ancient artifacts
Answer: B. To bridge the generational gap and renew interest in Khadi
32. When was the revamped Khadi India outlet inaugurated at the IIT Campus in Delhi?
A. October 1
B. October 2
C. October 3
D. October 4
Answer: B. October 2
33. What organization inaugurated the revamped Khadi India outlet at the IIT Campus in Delhi?
A. Ministry of Education
B. Indian Institute of Technology
C. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
D. Center for Khadi Excellence
Answer: C. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
34. What is the main focus of the new range of Khadi apparel designed for young audiences?
A. Neutral colors and traditional silhouettes
B. Vibrant colors and contemporary silhouettes
C. Monochrome designs and ethnic patterns
D. Retro styles and bold prints
Answer: B. Vibrant colors and contemporary silhouettes
35. How many distinct styles of Khadi apparel have been standardized by the Khadi Institutions under the guidance of the CoEK team?
A. Six
B. Seven
C. Eight
D. Nine
Answer: D. Nine
36. What role does the IIT outlet play in the context of Khadi fashion?
A. It serves as a museum for Khadi artifacts
B. It sets the stage for a fresh narrative around Khadi fashion
C. It hosts traditional dance performances
D. It promotes organic farming practices
Answer: B. It sets the stage for a fresh narrative around Khadi fashion
37. Who provided guidance to the Khadi Institutions for standardizing the production of distinct styles of Khadi apparel?
A. Ministry of Textiles
B. CoEK team (Centre of Excellence for Khadi)
C. Indian Institute of Fashion Technology
D. National Institute of Design
Answer: B. CoEK team (Centre of Excellence for Khadi)
38. What is the objective of introducing vibrant colors and contemporary silhouettes in Khadi apparel?
A. To appeal to young audiences and adapt to contemporary fashion preferences
B. To preserve traditional designs and patterns
C. To cater exclusively to elderly customers
D. To create a uniform look for all Khadi products
Answer: A. To appeal to young audiences and adapt to contemporary fashion preferences
39. What is the significance of the location of the Khadi India outlet in the IIT Campus in Delhi?
A. It attracts tourists from foreign countries
B. It caters only to IIT students and staff
C. It serves as a trailblazer for a renewed interest in Khadi fashion
D. It promotes a different type of fabric unrelated to Khadi
Answer: C. It serves as a trailblazer for a renewed interest in Khadi fashion
40. Who initiated the effort to bridge the generational gap through the promotion of Khadi fashion at the IIT Campus in Delhi?
A. Indian Prime Minister
B. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
C. CoEK team (Centre of Excellence for Khadi)
D. IIT Campus Administration
Answer: B. Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC)
41. Who is the Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu who recently celebrated the achievements of nine eminent space scientists from the state?
A) J. Jayalalithaa
B) M. Karunanidhi
C) MK Stalin
D) O. Panneerselvam
Answer: C) MK Stalin
42. When was the special event celebrating the achievements of the space scientists held in Chennai?
A) 1st October 2023
B) 2nd October 2023
C) 3rd October 2023
D) 4th October 2023
Answer: B) 2nd October 2023
43. How much cash award did Chief Minister Stalin announce for each of the nine scientists?
A) Rs. 20 lakh
B) Rs. 22 lakh
C) Rs. 25 lakh
D) Rs. 30 lakh
Answer: C) Rs. 25 lakh
44. Who among the following is NOT one of the celebrated space scientists mentioned in the passage?
A) K Sivan
B) Mylswamy Annadurai
C) APJ Abdul Kalam
D) [Another Scientist’s Name]
Answer: C) APJ Abdul Kalam
45. What is the purpose of the scholarship program announced by Chief Minister Stalin?
A) Encouraging agricultural innovation
B) Promoting scientific innovation among postgraduate engineering students
C) Supporting art and culture studies
D) Enhancing sports education
Answer: B) Promoting scientific innovation among postgraduate engineering students
46. How much money has been allocated for the scholarship program for postgraduate engineering students?
A) Rs. 5 crore
B) Rs. 7 crore
C) Rs. 10 crore
D) Rs. 15 crore
Answer: C) Rs. 10 crore
47. In which city was the special event held to celebrate the achievements of the space scientists?
A) Madurai
B) Chennai
C) Coimbatore
D) Trichy
Answer: B) Chennai
48. What were the two significant announcements made by Chief Minister Stalin during the ceremony?
A) Launching a scholarship program and establishing a research center
B) Granting cash awards to scientists and starting a sports initiative
C) Announcing a new space mission and honoring teachers
D) Providing cash awards to scientists and initiating a scholarship program
Answer: D) Providing cash awards to scientists and initiating a scholarship program
49. What will the scholarship program cover for the postgraduate engineering students?
A) Only tuition fees
B) Only hostel fees
C) Both tuition and hostel fees
D) Travel expenses only
Answer: C) Both tuition and hostel fees
50. Who is the renowned scientist in whose name the scholarship program for engineering students is being established?
A) K Sivan
B) APJ Abdul Kalam
C) Mylswamy Annadurai
D) M. Karunanidhi
Answer: B) APJ Abdul Kalam
51. What is the focus of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in enhancing its capabilities?
A) Naval operations
B) Ground warfare
C) Air defense capabilities
D) Cybersecurity
Answer: C) Air defense capabilities
52. With which organization has the IAF entered into contracts for Astra-MK1 missiles?
A) Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO)
B) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
C) Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)
D) National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)
Answer: B) Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL)
53. When is the first batch of Astra-MK1 missiles slated for induction?
A) 2022
B) 2023
C) 2024
D) 2025
Answer: B) 2023
54. Which organizations were involved in developing the Astra-MK1 missiles?
A) NASA and SpaceX
B) DRDL and RCI
C) CIA and FBI
D) WHO and UNICEF
Answer: B) DRDL and RCI
55. What does GST stand for in the context of Indian taxation?
A) General Sales Tax
B) Goods and Services Tax
C) Grand Service Tax
D) Global Sales Tax
Answer: B) Goods and Services Tax
56. What was the growth rate of India’s GST revenues in September 2023?
A) 8.5%
B) 10.2%
C) 11.5%
D) 12.8%
Answer: B) 10.2%
57. Which component of GST includes collections from the import of goods?
A) Central GST (CGST)
B) State GST (SGST)
C) Integrated GST (IGST)
D) GST compensation cess
Answer: C) Integrated GST (IGST)
58. What might have contributed to the rise in September’s revenues according to the provided information?
A) Decreased import of goods
B) Pending dues from businesses since GST initiation
C) Reduction in GST rates
D) Increased government spending
Answer: B) Pending dues from businesses since GST initiation
59. What milestone did Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) achieve regarding Astra-MK1 missiles production?
A) Prototype Clearance
B) Bulk Production Clearance
C) Limited Production Clearance
D) Research and Development Clearance
Answer: B) Bulk Production Clearance
60. Which government agency was involved in the development of Astra-MK1 missiles alongside DRDL and RCI?
A) DRDO
B) IAF
C) RAW
D) CID
Answer: A) DRDO
61. When was World Nature Day established by the World Nature Organization (WNO)?
A) October 1, 2010
B) October 2, 2010
C) October 3, 2010
D) October 4, 2010
Answer: C) October 3, 2010
62. What is the primary purpose of World Nature Day?
A) Celebrate nature’s beauty
B) Raise awareness about climate change and environmental challenges
C) Promote wildlife conservation
D) Encourage gardening and tree planting
Answer: B) Raise awareness about climate change and environmental challenges
63. Which organization established World Nature Day?
A) United Nations
B) World Nature Organization (WNO)
C) Greenpeace
D) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Answer: B) World Nature Organization (WNO)
64. What is the significance of World Nature Day?
A) It promotes space science and technology
B) It raises awareness about climate change and advocates for its mitigation
C) It focuses on mental health awareness
D) It celebrates cultural diversity
Answer: B) It raises awareness about climate change and advocates for its mitigation
65. What eco-friendly practices does World Nature Day encourage?
A) Increasing plastic usage
B) Avoiding recycling
C) Reducing plastic usage and adopting sustainable lifestyles
D) Wasting water
Answer: C) Reducing plastic usage and adopting sustainable lifestyles
66. What does World Nature Day aim to combat?
A) Climate change
B) Ignorance about climate change
C) Pollution of rivers
D) Deforestation
Answer: B) Ignorance about climate change
67. Who participates in World Nature Day celebrations?
A) Individuals and organizations only
B) Only government agencies
C) Individuals, groups, and organizations worldwide
D) Only environmental scientists
Answer: C) Individuals, groups, and organizations worldwide
68. What date does World Nature Day fall on?
A) October 2
B) October 3
C) October 4
D) October 5
Answer: B) October 3
69. Which of the following is NOT an eco-friendly practice encouraged on World Nature Day?
A) Recycling
B) Reducing plastic usage
C) Increasing energy consumption
D) Adopting sustainable lifestyles
Answer: C) Increasing energy consumption
70. What does World Nature Day emphasize the urgency of?
A) Space exploration
B) Wildlife photography
C) The situation regarding climate change
D) Cultural heritage preservation
Answer: C) The situation regarding climate change
71. What is the theme for World Nature Day 2023?
A) Climate Change and Biodiversity
B) Space and Entrepreneurship
C) Environmental Conservation
D) Protecting Endangered Species
Answer: A) Climate Change and Biodiversity
72. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as an eco-friendly practice on World Nature Day?
A) Planting trees
B) Conserving water
C) Increasing plastic usage
D) Supporting renewable energy
Answer: C) Increasing plastic usage
73. What does the World Nature Day initiative encourage people to understand?
A) The importance of fast food
B) The urgency of the climate change situation
C) The need for more electronic devices
D) The significance of space exploration
Answer: B) The urgency of the climate change situation
74. What does World Nature Day unite worldwide?
A) Individuals, groups, and organizations in promoting climate change
B) Individuals only
C) Governments and corporations in environmental conservation efforts
D) Scientists and researchers in space exploration
Answer: A) Individuals, groups, and organizations in promoting climate change
75. Which of the following is NOT a focus area of World Nature Day?
A) Climate change awareness
B) Wildlife conservation
C) Space exploration advancements
D) Advocacy for environmental mitigation
Answer: C) Space exploration advancements
76. In addition to raising awareness, what else does World Nature Day encourage?
A) Animal hunting
B) Eco-friendly practices such as recycling and reducing plastic usage
C) Deforestation
D) Increased pollution
Answer: B) Eco-friendly practices such as recycling and reducing plastic usage
77. What type of activities take place on World Nature Day?
A) Environmental protests
B) Tree planting, awareness campaigns, and educational events
C) Space exploration missions
D) Historical reenactments
Answer: B) Tree planting, awareness campaigns, and educational events
78. What does World Nature Day advocate for?
A) Increased pollution
B) Ignorance about climate change
C) Environmental conservation and eco-friendly practices
D) Deforestation
Answer: C) Environmental conservation and eco-friendly practices
79. Which of the following is NOT a way to combat climate change, as mentioned in the passage?
A) Recycling
B) Reducing plastic usage
C) Increasing energy consumption
D) Adopting sustainable lifestyles
Answer: C) Increasing energy consumption
80. What does World Nature Day promote besides raising awareness?
A) Cultural diversity
B) Space exploration
C) Eco-friendly practices such as recycling and adopting sustainable lifestyles
D) Industrialization
Answer: C) Eco-friendly practices such as recycling and adopting sustainable lifestyles
81. Who is responsible for establishing World Nature Day?
A) United Nations General Assembly
B) World Nature Organization (WNO)
C) Greenpeace
D) World Wildlife Fund (WWF)
Answer: B) World Nature Organization (WNO)
82. What does World Nature Day emphasize about climate change?
A) Its inevitability
B) Its urgency and the need for mitigation
C) Its benefits to certain ecosystems
D) Its temporary nature
Answer: B) Its urgency and the need for mitigation
83. What does the passage say about the celebration of World Nature Day?
A) It is a local event celebrated in one country only
B) It is a global celebration that unites people and organizations worldwide
C) It is limited to environmental scientists and researchers
D) It is a recent initiative started in 2020
Answer: B) It is a global celebration that unites people and organizations worldwide
84. Which of the following is NOT a goal of World Nature Day?
A) Combating ignorance about climate change
B) Promoting wildlife hunting
C) Encouraging eco-friendly practices
D) Raising awareness about environmental challenges
Answer: B) Promoting wildlife hunting
85. What significant step did the Ministry of MSME take on 1st October 2023?
a. Launched a new initiative
b. Organized a cleanliness drive
c. Appointed a new leader
d. Hosted a conference
Answer: b. Organized a cleanliness drive
86. What is the focal theme of the ‘Shramdaan’ event?
a. Industrial development
b. National unity
c. A cleaner India
d. Promoting small businesses
Answer: c. A cleaner India
87. Who championed the national initiative for a “Garbage Free India”?
a. Ministry of MSME
b. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
c. Hon’ble Prime Minister
d. INS Nishank
Answer: c. Hon’ble Prime Minister
88. What was the objective of the ‘Shramdaan’ event?
a. Promoting small businesses
b. Cleaning the maritime domain
c. Engaging citizens in cleanliness efforts
d. Appointing a new leader
Answer: c. Engaging citizens in cleanliness efforts
89. Who took over as the Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff?
a. Ministry of MSME
b. Hon’ble Prime Minister
c. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
d. INS Kolkata
Answer: c. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
90. How many years of experience does Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti have?
a. 5 years
b. 10 years
c. 20 years
d. Over 35 years
Answer: d. Over 35 years
91. When was Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti commissioned into the Indian Navy?
a. 1st October 2023
b. 1988
c. 1st July 1988
d. 1st July 2023
Answer: c. 1st July 1988
92. What aspect of naval operations did Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti specialize in?
a. Maritime security
b. Missile technology
c. Navigation and Direction
d. Small and medium enterprises
Answer: c. Navigation and Direction
93. Which of the following naval assets did Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti command?
a. INS Nishank
b. INS Kora
c. INS Kolkata
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
94. What is the significance of Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti’s career?
a. He is the youngest Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff
b. He has the most extended naval career in India
c. He is a distinguished leader in the maritime domain
d. He was the first Indian Navy officer to specialize in missile technology
Answer: c. He is a distinguished leader in the maritime domain
95. When was the ‘Shramdaan’ event organized by the Ministry of MSME?
a. 1st October 2023
b. 1st July 1988
c. 35 years ago
d. 1st July 2023
Answer: a. 1st October 2023
96. What was the main goal of the ‘Shramdaan’ event?
a. Promoting small businesses
b. Cleaning the maritime domain
c. Engaging citizens in cleanliness efforts
d. Appointing a new leader
Answer: c. Engaging citizens in cleanliness efforts
97. Who championed the national initiative for a “Garbage Free India”?
a. Ministry of MSME
b. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
c. Hon’ble Prime Minister
d. INS Nishank
Answer: c. Hon’ble Prime Minister
98. What is the focal theme of the ‘Shramdaan’ event?
a. Industrial development
b. National unity
c. A cleaner India
d. Promoting small businesses
Answer: c. A cleaner India
99. What significant step did the Ministry of MSME take on 1st October 2023?
a. Launched a new initiative
b. Organized a cleanliness drive
c. Appointed a new leader
d. Hosted a conference
Answer: b. Organized a cleanliness drive
100. Who took over as the Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff?
a. Ministry of MSME
b. Hon’ble Prime Minister
c. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
d. INS Kolkata
Answer: c. Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti
101. How many years of experience does Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti have?
a. 5 years
b. 10 years
c. 20 years
d. Over 35 years
Answer: d. Over 35 years
102. What aspect of naval operations did Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti specialize in?
a. Maritime security
b. Missile technology
c. Navigation and Direction
d. Small and medium enterprises
Answer: c. Navigation and Direction
103. Which of the following naval assets did Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti command?
a. INS Nishank
b. INS Kora
c. INS Kolkata
d. All of the above
Answer: d. All of the above
104. What is the significance of Vice Admiral Tarun Sobti’s career?
a. He is the youngest Deputy Chief of the Naval Staff
b. He has the most extended naval career in India
c. He is a distinguished leader in the maritime domain
d. He was the first Indian Navy officer to specialize in missile technology
Answer: c. He is a distinguished leader in the maritime domain
105. What is the primary focus of the master training program launched in Sambalpur, Odisha, on October 2, 2023?
a) Skill development in various fields
b) Capacity-building within the F4S program
c) Promoting cricket in Indian schools
d) Training for physical education teachers
Answer: b) Capacity-building within the F4S program
106. How many Physical Education Teachers/Trainees participated in the training program?
a) 50
b) 75
c) 95
d) 100
Answer: c) 95
107. Who is spearheading the Football for Schools (F4S) program?
a) Indian Government
b) FIFA
c) AIFF
d) Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan (KVS)
Answer: b) FIFA
108. What is the primary goal of the F4S program in India?
a) Revolutionize healthcare in schools
b) Promote physical education through football
c) Enhance music education in schools
d) Encourage art and craft in schools
Answer: b) Promote physical education through football
109. Approximately how many children does F4S aim to empower through integrating football into their education?
a) 70 million
b) 500 million
c) 700 million
d) 1 billion
Answer: c) 700 million
110. What organization is preparing to host the Swavlamban seminar in New Delhi on October 4th and 5th, 2023?
a) FIFA
b) Indian Army
c) Indian Navy
d) AIFF
Answer: c) Sambalpur, Odisha
111. What significant milestone did Uganda Airlines announce on 3 October?
A. Commencement of direct flight services between Mumbai and Entebbe
B. Introduction of new aircraft
C. Opening a new route in Africa
D. Partnership with a major airline
Answer: A. Commencement of direct flight services between Mumbai and Entebbe
112. How many years has it been since there was a non-stop air service between India and Uganda?
A. 10 years
B. 25 years
C. 50 years
D. 75 years
Answer: C. 50 years
113. When is the maiden flight for the Mumbai-Entebbe route (UR 430) scheduled to take off from Entebbe?
A. 5 October
B. 7 October
C. 8 October
D. 10 October
Answer: B. 7 October
114. Which type of aircraft will Uganda Airlines use for the Mumbai-Entebbe route?
A. Boeing 737
B. Airbus A330-800 neo
C. Embraer E190
D. Airbus A320
Answer: B. Airbus A330-800 neo
115. How many seats are there in the Business Class of the Mumbai-Entebbe flight?
A. 10 seats
B. 20 seats
C. 30 seats
D. 40 seats
Answer: B. 20 seats
116. What is the total number of seats in the Economy Class of the Mumbai-Entebbe flight?
A. 150 seats
B. 180 seats
C. 210 seats
D. 240 seats
Answer: C. 210 seats
117. How often will Uganda Airlines operate the direct service between Mumbai and Entebbe?
A. Twice a week
B. Thrice a week
C. Four times a week
D. Daily
Answer: B. Thrice a week
118. Which airport in Mumbai will the direct flight services operate from?
A. Mumbai International Airport
B. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
C. Indira Gandhi International Airport
D. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
Answer: B. Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
119. When will the return flight (UR 431) depart from Mumbai?
A. 6 October
B. 7 October
C. 8 October
D. 9 October
Answer: C. 8 October
120. What are the three classes of configuration offered on the Mumbai-Entebbe flight?
A. First Class, Business Class, Economy Class
B. Premium Economy, Economy Plus, Economy Class
C. Business Class, Premium Economy, Economy Class
D. Business Class, Economy Comfort, Economy Class
Answer: C. Business Class, Premium Economy, Economy Class
121. What was the primary focus of the fifth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultation on Afghanistan held in Kazan, Russia? A. Counter-terrorism efforts
B. Regional security and economic integration of Afghanistan
C. Anti-drug activities
D. Establishing a new government system in Afghanistan
Answer: B. Regional security and economic integration of Afghanistan
122. What was the main outcome of the diplomatic gathering in Kazan regarding the Taliban’s government system in Afghanistan? A. Establishing a military government
B. Implementing a democracy
C. Creating a system that represents all key ethnopolitical groups
D. Formation of a monarchy
Answer: C. Creating a system that represents all key ethnopolitical groups
123. When and where is the ‘Statue of Equality’ dedicated to B.R. Ambedkar set to be unveiled? A. October 14 in Maryland
B. November 14 in Kazan
C. September 26 in Moscow
D. December 25 in New Delhi
Answer: A. October 14 in Maryland
124. What was the emphasis of the representatives’ call on the Taliban during the diplomatic meeting in Kazan? A. Increase drug production
B. Establish a government system representing all key ethnopolitical groups
C. Engage in border conflicts
D. Strengthen military alliances
Answer: B. Establish a government system representing all key ethnopolitical groups
125. Which city in Russia hosted the fifth meeting of the Moscow Format Consultation on Afghanistan? A. Moscow
B. Kazan
C. Saint Petersburg
D. Sochi
Answer: B. Kazan
126. Besides regional security, what else was discussed at the diplomatic gathering in Kazan? A. Climate change initiatives
B. Human rights violations in various countries
C. Integration of Afghanistan into border regional economic processes
D. Space exploration programs
Answer: C. Integration of Afghanistan into border regional economic processes
127. What kind of activities did the participants urge the Taliban to intensify during the meeting in Kazan? A. Humanitarian aid efforts
B. Counter-terrorism and anti-drug activities
C. Political negotiations
D. Educational reforms
Answer: B. Counter-terrorism and anti-drug activities
128. What is the name of the ‘Architect of the Indian Constitution’ mentioned in the passage? A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. B.R. Ambedkar
D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: C. B.R. Ambedkar
129. What is the title of the statue dedicated to B.R. Ambedkar mentioned in the passage? A. Statue of Freedom
B. Statue of Justice
C. Statue of Equality
D. Statue of Liberty
Answer: C. Statue of Equality
130. Which country is the diplomatic gathering in Kazan focused on in the provided passage? A. Russia
B. Afghanistan
C. India
D. United States
Answer: B. Afghanistan
131. What is the height of the ‘Statue of Equality’ dedicated to B.R. Ambedkar?
A. 10 feet
B. 15 feet
C. 19 feet
D. 25 feet
Answer: C. 19 feet
132. Where is the ‘Statue of Equality’ located?
A. India
B. Maryland
C. London
D. Paris
Answer: B. Maryland
133. When is the unveiling date of the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. October 14
B. November 1
C. December 25
D. January 10
Answer: A. October 14
134. What does the ‘Statue of Equality’ symbolize?
A. Wealth and prosperity
B. Equality and human rights
C. Political power
D. Cultural diversity
Answer: B. Equality and human rights
135. Who is the artist and sculptor behind the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
B. Ram Sutar
C. B.R. Ambedkar
D. Mahatma Gandhi
Answer: B. Ram Sutar
136. What other famous statue did Ram Sutar sculpt before the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. Statue of Liberty
B. Statue of Unity
C. Statue of Peace
D. Statue of Justice
Answer: B. Statue of Unity
137. Which principles of B.R. Ambedkar does the ‘Statue of Equality’ reflect?
A. Equality and human rights
B. Economic growth
C. Military power
D. Social hierarchy
Answer: A. Equality and human rights
138. How does the height of the ‘Statue of Equality’ compare to other statues of B.R. Ambedkar in India?
A. It is the same
B. It is shorter
C. It is taller
D. There are no other statues of B.R. Ambedkar in India
Answer: C. It is taller
139. What is the significance of the ‘Statue of Equality’ in relation to the Indian Constitution?
A. It represents the preamble of the Constitution
B. It represents the core principles of the Constitution
C. It represents the legislative body of India
D. It represents the Indian judiciary
Answer: B. It represents the core principles of the Constitution
140. Which famous Indian leader is associated with the ‘Statue of Unity’?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. Mahatma Gandhi
C. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
D. B.R. Ambedkar
Answer: C. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
141. What material is the ‘Statue of Equality’ made of?
A. Marble
B. Bronze
C. Gold
D. Silver
Answer: B. Bronze
142. In which country is the ‘Statue of Unity’ located?
A. India
B. United States
C. United Kingdom
D. Australia
Answer: A. India
143. Who is often referred to as the ‘Architect of the Indian Constitution’?
A. Jawaharlal Nehru
B. B.R. Ambedkar
C. Mahatma Gandhi
D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
Answer: B. B.R. Ambedkar
144. What is the ‘Statue of Equality’ a testament to?
A. B.R. Ambedkar’s impact
B. India’s cultural diversity
C. Modern art
D. Religious harmony
Answer: A. B.R. Ambedkar’s impact
145. What is the main theme of the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. Freedom
B. Justice
C. Equality
D. Peace
Answer: C. Equality
146. Which event is the ‘Statue of Equality’ associated with?
A. Independence Day
B. Republic Day
C. Ambedkar Jayanti
D. Gandhi Jayanti
Answer: C. Ambedkar Jayanti
147. What is the core message of the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. Unity in diversity
B. Social justice and equality
C. Economic prosperity
D. Political stability
Answer: B. Social justice and equality
148. What does the ‘Statue of Equality’ represent about B.R. Ambedkar’s life principles?
A. His struggle for political power
B. His commitment to social justice and human rights
C. His pursuit of economic prosperity
D. His religious beliefs
Answer: B. His commitment to social justice and human rights
149. What is the name of the artist who sculpted the ‘Statue of Unity’?
A. Ram Sutar
B. Anish Kapoor
C. Arpita Singh
D. K.S. Radhakrishnan
Answer: D. K.S. Radhakrishnan
150. What is the purpose of the ‘Statue of Equality’?
A. To commemorate Indian freedom fighters
B. To promote cultural heritage
C. To honor B.R. Ambedkar’s ideals of equality and human rights
D. To celebrate Indian festivals
Answer: C. To honor B.R. Ambedkar’s ideals of equality and human rights
151. Who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2023 for their experimental methods generating attosecond pulses of light?
A) Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and John Bardeen
B) Sudha Murthy, N.R. Narayana Murthy, and Anne L’Huillier
C) Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and Anne L’Huillier
D) John Bardeen, Sudha Murthy, and Ferenc Krausz
Answer: C) Pierre Agostini, Ferenc Krausz, and Anne L’Huillier
152. What is the primary purpose of the attosecond pulses of light created by the laureates?
A) Studying electron dynamics in matter
B) Generating electricity
C) Creating visual effects
D) Studying gravitational waves
Answer: A) Studying electron dynamics in matter
153. Which organization awards the Nobel Prize in Physics?
A) UNESCO
B) Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
C) United Nations
D) European Space Agency
Answer: B) Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences
154. How many times has John Bardeen been awarded the Nobel Prize in Physics?
A) Once
B) Twice
C) Three times
D) Never
Answer: B) Twice
155. How many individuals, including the 2023 laureates, have received the Nobel Prize in Physics as of 2022?
A) 221
B) 222
C) 223
D) 224
Answer: B) 222
156. What was the value of the Global Indian Award received by Sudha Murthy?
A) $10,000
B) $25,000
C) $50,000
D) $100,000
Answer: C) $50,000
157. What did Sudha Murthy do with her $50,000 award money?
A) Invested in stocks
B) Donated it to The Field Institute at the University of Toronto
C) Spent it on a vacation
D) Built a library
Answer: B) Donated it to The Field Institute at the University of Toronto
158. What is the purpose of The Field Institute at the University of Toronto?
A) Studying marine life
B) Promoting literature and arts
C) Strengthening collaborations, innovation, and learning in mathematics and various other disciplines
D) Conducting space research
Answer: C) Strengthening collaborations, innovation, and learning in mathematics and various other disciplines
159. Who is the wife of Infosys co-founder N.R. Narayana Murthy mentioned in the passage?
A) Anne L’Huillier
B) Ferenc Krausz
C) Sudha Murthy
D) Pierre Agostini
Answer: C) Sudha Murthy
160. Where was the prestigious Global Indian Award ceremony held?
A) New Delhi, India
B) Toronto, Canada
C) Stockholm, Sweden
D) Paris, France
Answer: B) Toronto, Canada
161. What was the primary focus of the diplomatic gathering held in Kazan, Russia?
A) Climate Change
B) Regional Security and Afghanistan
C) International Trade
D) Cultural Exchange
Answer: B) Regional Security and Afghanistan
162. What was the key outcome of the meeting in terms of the Taliban’s governance system?
A) Establish a totalitarian regime
B) Establish an inclusive government
C) Establish a military dictatorship
D) Establish a monarchy
Answer: B) Establish an inclusive government
163. Which craft recently earned the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
A) Kazan Silk
B) Basohli Pashmina
C) Moscow Pottery
D) Varanasi Tapestry
Answer: B) Basohli Pashmina
164. Where does Basohli Pashmina originate from?
A) Varanasi, India
B) Moscow, Russia
C) Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir
D) Kazan, Russia
Answer: C) Kathua, Jammu and Kashmir
165. What are the notable features of Basohli Pashmina?
A) Heavy and Bulky
B) Rough Texture
C) Softness, Fineness, and Feather-like Weight
D) Synthetic Material
Answer: C) Softness, Fineness, and Feather-like Weight
166. Which organizations collaborated to secure the GI tag for Basohli Pashmina?
A) Department of Industries and Commerce, Varanasi
B) NABARD Kathua and Human Welfare Association, Moscow
C) NABARD Jammu and Human Welfare Association, Varanasi
D) Department of Industries and Commerce, Moscow
Answer: C) NABARD Jammu and Human Welfare Association, Varanasi
167. What is the significance of Basohli Pashmina’s hallmark quality?
A) Ability to Change Colors
B) Provides Warmth Without Adding Bulk
C) Glows in the Dark
D) Water-resistant
Answer: B) Provides Warmth Without Adding Bulk
168. Which country hosted the diplomatic gathering on Afghanistan?
A) India
B) Russia
C) Afghanistan
D) China
Answer: B) Russia
169. What did the representatives at the gathering urge the Taliban to intensify?
A) Efforts in Counter-Tourism
B) Efforts in Counter-Trade
C) Efforts in Counter-Terrorism and Anti-Drug Activities
D) Efforts in Counter-Cyber Attacks
Answer: C) Efforts in Counter-Terrorism and Anti-Drug Activities
170. What role did the Department of Industries and Commerce play in securing the GI tag for Basohli Pashmina?
A) Minimal involvement
B) Leading role
C) Advisory role
D) No involvement
Answer: B) Leading role
171. Which region does Basohli Pashmina symbolize?
A) Tropical Rainforests
B) Cold Climates
C) Desert Regions
D) Coastal Areas
Answer: B) Cold Climates
172. What is the specialty of Basohli Pashmina’s craftsmanship?
A) Machine-made
B) Traditional Hand-Spinning Techniques
C) 3D Printing
D) Assembly Line Production
Answer: B) Traditional Hand-Spinning Techniques
173. What does the GI tag signify for Basohli Pashmina?
A) It’s a type of government certification
B) It indicates the product’s geographical origin and unique qualities
C) It signifies the product’s price
D) It indicates the product’s export value
Answer: B) It indicates the product’s geographical origin and unique qualities
174. What is the historical significance of Basohli Pashmina?
A) It has been a symbol of luxury and elegance for over a century
B) It was discovered in the 21st century
C) It was used by ancient civilizations as currency
D) It was a common household fabric in the medieval period
Answer: A) It has been a symbol of luxury and elegance for over a century
175. Which two aspects of Afghanistan were the focus of discussions at the diplomatic gathering in Kazan?
A) Education and Agriculture
B) Healthcare and Infrastructure
C) Regional Security and Integration into Border Regional Economic Processes
D) Cultural Exchange and Tourism
Answer: C) Regional Security and Integration into Border Regional Economic Processes
176. What is the Indian Air Force planning to retire and replace?
A) Tanks
B) Helicopters
C) Fighter jets
D) Transport aircraft
Answer: C) Fighter jets
177. What will be the replacement for the retiring MiG-21 fighter jets?
A) Su-30MKI
B) Rafale
C) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A
D) Tejas
Answer: C) Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A
178. When will the MiG-21 fighter aircraft cease operations according to the announcement?
A) 2022
B) 2023
C) 2024
D) 2025
Answer: D) 2025
179. Where did India and Bangladesh commence their joint military exercise, SAMPRITI-XI?
A) New Delhi, India
B) Dhaka, Bangladesh
C) Umroi, Meghalaya, India
D) Chittagong, Bangladesh
Answer: C) Umroi, Meghalaya, India
180. Who is the Commander of the 52 Bangladesh Infantry Brigade leading the Bangladesh contingent in SAMPRITI-XI?
A) Brigadier General Mohammed Mafizul Islam Rashed
B) Colonel Ahmed Khan
C) Major General Farid Ahmed
D) Lieutenant Colonel Nazmul Hasan
Answer: A) Brigadier General Mohammed Mafizul Islam Rashed
181. What is the name of the all-female bikers’ expedition rally organized by the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)?
A) Yashasvini
B) Shakti
C) Nari Shakti
D) Shuruvat
Answer: A) Yashasvini
182. Where was the rally flagged off from?
A) Red Fort, Delhi
B) Ghanta Ghar, Srinagar
C) Gateway of India, Mumbai
D) India Gate, Delhi
Answer: B) Ghanta Ghar, Srinagar
183. How many kilometers is the rally expected to cover?
A) 1500 kilometers
B) 2134 kilometers
C) 1800 kilometers
D) 2500 kilometers
Answer: B) 2134 kilometers
184. How many districts will the rally traverse through?
A) 30 districts
B) 40 districts
C) 50 districts
D) 60 districts
Answer: B) 40 districts
185. How many states and Union Territories will the rally span across?
A) 10 states and Union Territories
B) 15 states and Union Territories
C) 20 states and Union Territories
D) 25 states and Union Territories
Answer: B) 15 states and Union Territories
186. What initiative will the rally support by engaging with various target groups during the journey?
A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
B) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
C) Make in India
D) Digital India
Answer: A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
187. Which three teams are participating in the rally?
A) Delhi, Mumbai, Bangalore
B) Srinagar, Shillong, Kanyakumari
C) Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad
D) Jaipur, Lucknow, Patna
Answer: B) Srinagar, Shillong, Kanyakumari
188. During the rally, which age groups and backgrounds of women will be inspired and empowered?
A) School children and college girls only
B) Women self-help groups only
C) Cadets of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) only
D) Women across diverse age groups and backgrounds
Answer: D) Women across diverse age groups and backgrounds
189. What is the significance of the rally in the context of women empowerment?
A) It showcases determination and strength of women.
B) It promotes gender equality.
C) It advocates for women’s education.
D) It emphasizes women’s participation in sports.
Answer: A) It showcases determination and strength of women.
190. Which city is the iconic Ghanta Ghar near the city center of Lal Chowk located in?
A) Mumbai
B) Delhi
C) Srinagar
D) Bangalore
Answer: C) Srinagar
191. What day of the week did the rally start?
A) Monday
B) Tuesday
C) Wednesday
D) Thursday
Answer: B) Tuesday
192. Which organization organized the all-female bikers’ expedition rally?
A) Indian Army
B) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
C) Border Security Force (BSF)
D) Indian Navy
Answer: B) Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF)
193. What is the main objective of the “Beti Bachao Beti Padhao” initiative?
A) Promoting environmental conservation
B) Empowering women and ensuring their education
C) Encouraging entrepreneurship among women
D) Enhancing healthcare facilities for women
Answer: B) Empowering women and ensuring their education
194. What is the total number of teams participating in the rally?
A) 1 team
B) 2 teams
C) 3 teams
D) 4 teams
Answer: C) 3 teams
195. Which of the following is NOT a target group for interaction during the rally?
A) School children and college girls
B) Women self-help groups
C) Senior citizens
D) Cadets of the National Cadet Corps (NCC)
Answer: C) Senior citizens
196. What is the name of the location near the city center of Lal Chowk where the rally was flagged off?
A) India Gate
B) Red Fort
C) Gateway of India
D) Ghanta Ghar
Answer: D) Ghanta Ghar
197. Which of the following statements about the rally is true?
A) It covers a distance of 1500 kilometers.
B) It engages with women self-help groups only.
C) It spans across 20 states and Union Territories.
D) It is an ode to women empowerment.
Answer: D) It is an ode to women empowerment.
198. What is the primary theme of the rally?
A) Road Safety
B) Women Empowerment
C) Environmental Conservation
D) Health and Wellness
Answer: B) Women Empowerment
199. What is the name of the initiative the rally participants will be part of during their journey?
A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
B) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
C) Make in India
D) Digital India
Answer: A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
200. Which city marks the starting point of the rally?
A) Delhi
B) Srinagar
C) Mumbai
D) Shillong
Answer: B) Srinagar
201. What is the estimated cost range of the weapon systems, including aircraft, helicopters, and missiles, that the Indian Air Force (IAF) plans to procure over the next six to seven years?
A. Rs 1 lakh crore to Rs 1.5 lakh crore
B. Rs 2 lakh crore to Rs 2.5 lakh crore
C. Rs 2.5 lakh crore to Rs 3 lakh crore
D. Rs 3.5 lakh crore to Rs 4 lakh crore
Answer: C. Rs 2.5 lakh crore to Rs 3 lakh crore
202. Which initiative of the Indian government is the IAF’s procurement aligned with?
A. Make in India
B. Digital India
C. Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
D. Atmanirbhar Bharat
Answer: D. Atmanirbhar Bharat
203. What are the force multipliers that the IAF is investing in?
A. Agricultural tools and machinery
B. AI-based decision tools, electronic warfare equipment, robust networks, and space and cyber capabilities
C. Renewable energy sources
D. Healthcare facilities
Answer: B. AI-based decision tools, electronic warfare equipment, robust networks, and space and cyber capabilities
204. How many additional Tejas light combat aircraft Mark-I is the IAF planning to acquire?
A. 83
B. 97
C. 100
D. 75
Answer: B. 97
205. What factor contributed to the slowdown in India’s manufacturing sector in September, according to the S&P Global India Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI)?
A. Increase in new orders
B. Decrease in new orders
C. Stable new orders
D. Decrease in input cost
Answer: B. Decrease in new orders
206. Despite the slowdown in manufacturing activity, what did firms express regarding their business prospects for the year ahead in 2023?
A. Pessimism
B. Indifference
C. Optimism
D. Uncertainty
Answer: C. Optimism
207. What was the reason for the decrease in manufacturing activity in India’s manufacturing sector, as per the provided information?
A. Increase in input cost
B. Decrease in new orders
C. Decrease in output charges
D. Increase in business prospects
Answer: B. Decrease in new orders
208. Which of the following is NOT mentioned as part of the IAF’s investment in force multipliers?
A. AI-based decision tools
B. Electronic warfare equipment
C. Renewable energy sources
D. Space and cyber capabilities
Answer: C. Renewable energy sources
209. What was the change in India’s Manufacturing Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) from August to September, according to the provided information?
A. Increased from 58.6 to 57.5
B. Decreased from 57.5 to 58.6
C. Increased from 57.5 to 60.0
D. Decreased from 58.6 to 57.0
Answer: B. Decreased from 58.6 to 57.5
210. How much did the IAF spend on the previous procurement of Tejas light combat aircraft Mark-I?
A. Rs 50,000 crore
B. Rs 67,000 crore
C. Rs 80,000 crore
D. Rs 95,000 crore
Answer: B. Rs 67,000 crore
211. What is the World Bank’s growth forecast for India’s economy for the fiscal year 2023-24?
A) 6.3%
B) 5.9%
C) 7.2%
D) 5.4%
Answer: A) 6.3%
212. What are the key factors contributing to India’s economic resilience as mentioned in the passage?
A) Export growth and low inflation
B) Strong domestic demand, public infrastructure investments, and a strengthening financial sector
C) Decreased government spending and reduced taxation
D) Political stability and global alliances
Answer: B) Strong domestic demand, public infrastructure investments, and a strengthening financial sector
213. What has been the growth rate of bank credit in India during the first quarter of FY23/24?
A) 5.2%
B) 15.8%
C) 8.7%
D) 12.1%
Answer: B) 15.8%
214. According to the World Bank, what factor led to the upward revision of India’s retail inflation forecast for the fiscal year 2023-24?
A) Decrease in global oil prices
B) Abnormal rainfall causing food price increase in July 2023
C) Increase in manufacturing output
D) Strengthening of the Indian Rupee
Answer: B) Abnormal rainfall causing food price increase in July 2023
215. How does the World Bank expect abnormal rainfall to influence India’s headline inflation throughout the fiscal year?
A) It will lead to a decrease in inflation
B) It will have no significant impact on inflation
C) It will continue to increase inflation
D) It will cause fluctuating inflation rates
Answer: C) It will continue to increase inflation
216. When is the RBI’s monetary policy review scheduled, as mentioned in the passage?
A) September 26
B) October 6
C) November 15
D) October 20
Answer: B) October 6
217. What is the RBI’s projected retail inflation for India for the fiscal year 2023-24, as mentioned in the passage?
A) 5.2%
B) 5.9%
C) 6.3%
D) 5.4%
Answer: D) 5.4%
218. According to the passage, what does Auguste Tano Kouame, the World Bank’s Country Director in India, emphasize for achieving higher growth in the future?
A) Increasing taxes
B) Stimulating private investments through public spending
C) Reducing public infrastructure investments
D) Decreasing domestic demand
Answer: B) Stimulating private investments through public spending
219. What is the reason behind the World Bank’s upward revision of India’s retail inflation forecast for the fiscal year 2023-24?
A) Increase in fuel prices
B) Abnormal rainfall causing food price increase in July 2023
C) Decrease in global food prices
D) Decrease in public infrastructure investments
Answer: B) Abnormal rainfall causing food price increase in July 2023
220. What does the passage suggest about the RBI’s potential action in response to food inflation being under control?
A) It will increase interest rates
B) It will maintain the status quo
C) It will decrease interest rates
D) It will impose stricter regulations on banks
Answer: B) It will maintain the status quo
221. When is World Animal Day celebrated annually?
A) October 1st
B) October 2nd
C) October 3rd
D) October 4th
Answer: D) October 4th
222. What is the alternate name for World Animal Day?
A) International Animal Day
B) World Animal Welfare Day
C) Animal Rights Day
D) Global Animal Care Day
Answer: B) World Animal Welfare Day
223. Which saint’s feast day coincides with World Animal Day?
A) Saint Patrick
B) Saint Francis of Assisi
C) Saint Michael
D) Saint Anthony
Answer: B) Saint Francis of Assisi
224. Why is October 4th chosen as World Animal Day?
A) International Day of Action
B) Saint Francis of Assisi’s birthday
C) World Animal Rights Convention
D) Patron saint of animals’ feast day
Answer: D) Patron saint of animals’ feast day
225. What is the theme for World Animal Day 2023?
A) Animals Are Friends, Not Food
B) Protect Our Wildlife
C) Great or Small, Love Them All
D) Save Endangered Species
Answer: C) Great or Small, Love Them All
226. Who is the patron saint of animals?
A) Saint Peter
B) Saint Anthony
C) Saint Francis of Assisi
D) Saint Joseph
Answer: C) Saint Francis of Assisi
227. What does the theme “Great or Small, Love Them All” emphasize?
A) The importance of loving all animals, regardless of their size
B) The need for bigger animal sanctuaries
C) Protecting only large animal species
D) Animal adoption for large-sized animals
Answer: A) The importance of loving all animals, regardless of their size
228. World Animal Day serves as a day of action for:
A) Plant Conservation
B) Animal Rights and Welfare
C) Environmental Protection
D) Humanitarian Aid
Answer: B) Animal Rights and Welfare
229. Which of the following is a key objective of World Animal Day?
A) Promoting animal products
B) Advocating for animal rights and welfare
C) Encouraging animal testing
D) Supporting wildlife poaching
Answer: B) Advocating for animal rights and welfare
230. World Animal Day fosters a sense of responsibility towards:
A) The environment
B) Human rights
C) Animal well-being
D) Technological advancements
Answer: C) Animal well-being
