Current Affairs MCQs - 15 June 2024(English) | Latest News Quiz

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1. What is the primary purpose of the indigenous man-portable suicide drones, Nagastra 1, received by the Indian Army?

A) To conduct surveillance missions

B) To target enemy training camps and infiltrators with precision

C) To transport supplies to troops

D) To communicate with remote army bases

Answer: B) To target enemy training camps and infiltrators with precision

2. What is the indigenous content percentage of the Nagastra 1 drones, signifying reduced dependence on foreign sources?

A) 25%

B) 50%

C) 75%

D) 100%

Answer: C) 75%

3. What is the purpose of the "NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws" app launched by the National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)?

A) To provide information on crime statistics in India

B) To serve as a comprehensive guide to new criminal laws in India

C) To report and track criminal cases in India

D) To provide legal advice and consultation services

Answer: B) To serve as a comprehensive guide to new criminal laws in India

4. What is a key feature of the "NCRB Sankalan of Criminal Laws" app?

A) It requires internet connectivity to function

B) It only provides information on old criminal laws

C) It offers offline functionality, allowing users to access information without internet connectivity

D) It is only available on desktop computers

Answer: C) It offers offline functionality, allowing users to access information without internet connectivity

5. Where will the two-day international Gen AI conclave be held?

A) Thiruvananthapuram

B) Kochi

C) Kozhikode

D) Thrissur

Answer: B) Kochi

6. What is one of the objectives of the international Gen AI conclave being organized by the Kerala Government?

A) To promote traditional industries in Kerala

B) To position Kerala as a hub for Generative AI innovation

C) To focus solely on IT industry development

D) To showcase Kerala's cultural heritage

Answer: B) To position Kerala as a hub for Generative AI innovation

7. Which state government has announced plans to establish 'Mahila Shakti Canteen Services'?

A) Andhra Pradesh

B) Telangana

C) Karnataka

D) Tamil Nadu

Answer: B) Telangana

8. What is the inspiration behind Telangana government's 'Mahila Shakti Canteen Services' initiative?

A) Successful models like 'Amma Canteen' in Tamil Nadu and 'Akshaya Canteen' in Karnataka

B) Successful models like 'Annapurna' in Kerala and 'Didi Ke Rasoi' in West Bengal

C) Successful models like 'Indira Canteen' in Andhra Pradesh and 'Namma Canteen' in Karnataka

D) Successful models like 'Maa Canteen' in Odisha and 'Mukhyamantri Canteen' in Bihar

Answer: B) Successful models like 'Annapurna' in Kerala and 'Didi Ke Rasoi' in West Bengal

9. Ajit Doval has been appointed as the National Security Adviser (NSA) for which term?

A) First

B) Second

C) Third

D) Fourth

Answer: C) Third

10. Who was the first National Security Advisor of India?

A) Ajit Doval

B) Brajesh Mishra

C) M.K. Narayanan

D) Shivshankar Menon

Answer: B) Brajesh Mishra

11. Where is the G7 Summit 2024 taking place?

A) Borgo Egnazia, France

B) Borgo Egnazia, Italy

C) Berlin, Germany

D) London, United Kingdom

Answer: B) Borgo Egnazia, Italy

12. What is one of the key issues to be discussed at the G7 Summit 2024?

A) Defending the rules-based international system amid Russia's aggression towards Ukraine

B) Addressing the trade war between the US and China

C) Strengthening partnerships with developed nations in Europe

D) Addressing the climate crisis and its impact on developed nations

Answer: A) Defending the rules-based international system amid Russia's aggression towards Ukraine

13. Who has been appointed as the president of the 79th session of the United Nations General Assembly?

A) Philémon Yang

B) António Guterres

C) Volkan Bozkir

D) Abdalla Shahid

Answer: A) Philémon Yang

14. When will the 79th session of the UN General Assembly (UNGA 79) take place?

A) From 10 June to 24 June 2024

B) From 10 September to 24 September 2024

C) From 10 July to 24 July 2024

D) From 10 August to 24 August 2024

Answer: B) From 10 September to 24 September 2024

15. Who has been nominated as the Pro-Tem Speaker of Sikkim Assembly?

A) Sanjeet Kharel

B) Prem Singh Tamang

C) Kunga Nima Lepcha

D) Arun Kumar Upreti

Answer: A) Sanjeet Kharel

16. What is Sangram Singh's background before joining mixed martial arts?

A) He is a former cricketer

B) He is a former boxer

C) He is a former Commonwealth heavyweight champion in wrestling

D) He is a former tennis player

Answer: C) He is a former Commonwealth heavyweight champion in wrestling

17. Who was the first Indian to compete as a MMA fighter, paving the way for Sangram Singh?

A) Ritu Phogat

B) Puja Tomar

C) Geeta Phogat

D) Babita Phogat

Answer: B) Puja Tomar

18. Which organization releases the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI)?

A) International Maritime Organization (IMO)

B) World Trade Organization (WTO)

C) World Bank

D) International Chamber of Shipping (ICS)

Answer: C) World Bank

19. What aspect of port performance does the Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) focus on?

A) Landside logistics and cargo handling

B) Quayside performance and operational efficiency

C) Terminal capacity and expansion plans

D) Environmental impact and sustainability

Answer: B) Quayside performance and operational efficiency

20. What is the theme for World Blood Donor Day 2024?

A) "Safe blood for all"

B) "20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!"

C) "Blood donation: a gift of life"

D) "Share life, give blood"

Answer: B) "20 years of celebrating giving: thank you blood donors!"

21. Why is June 14 chosen as World Blood Donor Day?

A) To commemorate the discovery of the first blood bank

B) To honour the birthday of Karl Landsteiner, the discoverer of the ABO blood group system

C) To mark the anniversary of the first blood transfusion

D) To raise awareness about the importance of blood donation

Answer: B) To honour the birthday of Karl Landsteiner, the discoverer of the ABO blood group system

22. Which country will host the 2025 edition of the FIH Men's Junior World Cup?

A) India

B) Malaysia

C) Germany

D) Australia

Answer: A) India

23. How many teams will participate in the 2025 FIH Men's Junior World Cup?

A) 16 teams

B) 20 teams

C) 24 teams

D) 28 teams

Answer: C) 24 teams

24. What award did Sanya Malhotra win at the New York Indian Film Festival?

A) Best Supporting Actress

B) Best Actress

C) Best Director

D) Best Film

Answer: B) Best Actress

25. What is the name of the film for which Sanya Malhotra won the Best Actress Award?

A) The Great Indian Kitchen

B) Mrs.

C) Kitchen Tales

D) Identity

Answer: B) Mrs.