27th December, 2023 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 18 1 / 15 1. In which Indian state did the 'Namma Cargo' logistics initiative, introducing cargo services on route buses, get launched? a) Tamil Nadu b) Maharashtra c) Kerala d) Karnataka The Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC) introduced the 'Namma Cargo' logistics initiative, marking a significant milestone in its journey. The cargo services on KSRTC route buses were inaugurated by Transport Minister Ramalinga Reddy in Karnataka. 2 / 15 2. What is the name of the newly discovered bacteria strain by the researchers from Visva-Bharati University's botany department? a) Micrococcus Einsteinii b) Pantoea Tagorei c) Bacillus Agricus d) Streptomyces Darwinensis Researchers from Visva-Bharati University's botany department discovered a new bacteria strain and named it 'Pantoea Tagorei' in honour of Rabindranath Tagore, a Nobel laureate. 3 / 15 3. Where was the 6th Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum held, where a joint statement challenging Iran's claims to disputed islands was issued? a) Morocco b) Iran c) United Arab Emirates d) Russia The joint statement challenging Iran's claims to disputed islands was issued at the 6th Arab-Russian Cooperation Forum held in Morocco. 4 / 15 4. On which date is the International Day of Epidemic Preparedness observed? a) December 15 b) October 10 c) December 26 d) December 27 The International Day of Epidemic Preparedness is observed worldwide on December 27th each year, serving as a reminder of the need for proactive measures to combat infectious diseases. 5 / 15 5. Which airport's Terminal 2 recently received recognition as one of the 'World's most beautiful airports' at UNESCO's 2023 Prix Versailles? a) Indira Gandhi International Airport b) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport c) Kempegowda International Airport d) Rajiv Gandhi International Airport Bengaluru's Kempegowda International Airport's Terminal 2 was honoured with two prestigious recognitions at UNESCO's 2023 Prix Versailles, being named one of the 'World's Most Beautiful Airports' and securing the coveted 'World Special Prize for an interior 2023. 6 / 15 6. How many black tigers (melanistic tigers) does the Indian government report are exclusively found in Odisha's Similipal tiger reserve? a) 12 b) 10 c) 8 d) 5 The Indian government informed the Rajya Sabha that there are 10 black tigers exclusively found in Odisha's Similipal tiger reserve. 7 / 15 7. Who initiated the 'MY Bharat' Campaign and addressed the youth expressing confidence in India's progress? a) Ravi Shankar Prasad b) Jaishankar c) Anurag Singh Thakur d) Piyush Goyal Union Minister Anurag Singh Thakur initiated the 'MY Bharat' campaign and addressed the youth, expressing confidence in India's remarkable progress across various sectors. Thakur highlighted key points showcasing India's growth trajectory attributed to government initiatives. 8 / 15 8. Who has been appointed as the official brand ambassador for football by Sony Sports Network? a) Ayushmann Khurrana b) Varun Dhawan c) Ranveer Singh d) Kartik Aaryan Sony Sports Network has appointed Bollywood heartthrob and Gen Z icon Kartik Aaryan as their official brand ambassador for football, aiming to bring the sport closer to a wider Indian audience and ignite passion across generations. 9 / 15 9. Who recently assumed the role of India's new High Commissioner to Sri Lanka? a) Taranjit Singh Sandhu b) Milinda Moragoda c) Santosh Jha d) Gopal Baglay Santosh Jha officially took charge as India's new envoy to Sri Lanka, presenting credentials to President Ranil Wickremesinghe in a ceremony in Colombo. His appointment marks a new phase in India's diplomatic relations with Sri Lanka. 10 / 15 10. Where did the Guinness World Record for the 'Largest Tabla Ensemble' take place, with 1500 tabla performers gathering? a) Gwalior b) Lucknow c) Jaipur d) Varanasi Gwalior, known as the City of Music, achieved a Guinness World Record for the 'Largest Tabla Ensemble' with 1500 performers gathering at the historic Karna Mahal of Gwalior Fort. This event marked a significant moment in the city's rich musical heritage. 11 / 15 11. Who recently made history as the first Indian appointed to the governing board of the International Table Tennis Federation's Foundation? a) Abhinav Bindra b) Vita Dani c) Anjali Bhagwat d) Geet Sethi Vita Dani, a prominent sports entrepreneur, recently became the first Indian to be appointed as a governing board member of the International Table Tennis Federation’s (ITTF) Foundation, marking a significant milestone in her illustrious career. 12 / 15 12. What is the name of the train designed for migrant labour, emphasizing historical routes and offering improved facilities like mobile chargers and zero-discharge modular toilets? a) Vande Bharat Express b) Express Bharat c) Bharat Shatabdi d) Amrit Bharat Amrit Bharat Express, designed for migrant labour, prioritizes historical routes and offers enhanced facilities, including mobile chargers and zero-discharge modular toilets. The train is set to be inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi on December 30, marking a significant milestone in Indian railway infrastructure. 13 / 15 13. What initiative was introduced by Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, to nurture the talents of young innovators in the country? a) BioTech Buddy b) HealthTech Connect c) InnovateCare d) MedTech Mitra Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya introduced 'MedTech Mitra' as a strategic initiative to nurture the talents of young innovators in the country, providing essential support for research, knowledge, and regulatory approval in the field of healthcare. 14 / 15 14. As of September 2023, how much investment have India's government's PLI schemes accumulated? a) Rs 50,000 Cr b) Rs 75,000 Cr c) Rs 95,000 Cr d) Rs 100,000 Cr The production-linked incentive (PLI) schemes introduced by the Indian government have attracted an impressive investment of Rs 95,000 crore as of September 2023, contributing significantly to enhancing India’s manufacturing capabilities and exports. 15 / 15 15. Which iconic brand has secured an eight-year partnership as the global partner of the International Cricket Council (ICC)? a) Pepsi b) Mountain Dew c) Red Bull d) Coca-Cola Coca-Cola, an iconic beverage brand, has extended its partnership with the International Cricket Council (ICC) for eight years, solidifying its prominent position in the cricketing world. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Pages: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31
