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1) Which bank has received an “AA” rating (Stable) for its fixed deposits and an “A1+” grade for its short-term fixed deposits totaling ₹12,000 crore from CARE Ratings?

(a) KVB bank

(b) DBS bank

(d) RBL bank

(e) YES bank

2) For operational creditors, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India recommends a mediation procedure under the IBC. Within the current statutory timeframes under the IBC, the committee, headed by whom, suggested implementing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method?

(a) T.K. Vishwanathan

(b) R.K Rajaraman

(d) S.P Rangarajan

(e) V.K Vijaykumar

3) How many layers has the Income Tax Department implemented to lower or eliminate interest on overdue taxes?

(a) 6

(b) 2

(d) 4

(e) 5

4) Which year did VAJRA PRAHAR’s first edition take place?

(a 2010

(b) 2012

(d) 2008

(e) 2011

5) The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has recently changed the duration for marking a trading account as inactive from:

(a) 6 months to 12 months

(b) 12 months to 18 months

(d) 18 months to 24 months

(e) 24 months to 36 months

6) In a circular, the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) and the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) announced their partnership to enable asset auctions via the eBKray platform. How many public sector banks are part of the consortium PSB Alliance Private Limited, which owns and manages the e-auction platform eBKray?

(a) 12

(b) 6

(d) 8

(e) 10

7) According to data shared by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), Due to festival season spending, the Unified Payments Interface set a new record in October 2024 with 16.58 billion transactions totaling ₹23.50 lakh crore. Which bank was the top remitter?

(a) HSBC bank

(b) State Bank of India

(d) ICICI bank

(e) HDFC bank

8) Where did the Prime Minister recently inaugurate the biggest Jan Aushadhi Kendra to make affordable and high-quality medicines accessible to patients?

(a) Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi

(b) All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi

(d) PGIMER, Chandigarh

(e) JIPMER, Puducherry

9) In a circular published on November 4, the Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) permitted tax officials to waive or lower interest on tax obligations under specific circumstances. Under which section was interest can be calculated?

(a) Section 220(2A)

(b) Section 210(2A)

(d) Section 240(2A)

(e) Section 250(2A)

10) Which company has received the Department of Defence Production’s (DDP) coveted “Self-Certification” designation for its defense equipment?

(a) HAL

(b) CSL

(d) BEML

(e) DRDO

11) At which event was the updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) 2024-2030 launched?

(a) G20 Summit in India

(b) UN Climate Change Conference (COP 28)

(d) World Environment Summit in Brazil

(e) United Nations General Assembly

12) Which ministry in India is considering classifying Wikipedia as a content publisher, thereby making the Wikimedia Foundation liable in court cases concerning its content?

(a) Ministry of Home Affairs

(b) Ministry of Information & Broadcasting

(d) Ministry of Skill Development

(e) Ministry of Public Grievances

13) The 43rd India International Trade Fair(IITF) will take place between November 14 and November 27, 2024. Which year did the first IITF occur?

(a) 1970

(b) 1960

(d) 1990

(e) 2000

14) According to the Henley Passport Index 2024, Singapore’s passport continues to be the most powerful in the world, granting its holders visa-free entry to how many nations?

(a) 190

(b) 192

(d) 196

(e) 198

15) How many new non-official members were appointed to the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC) by the Union Home Ministry (MHA)?

(a) 2

(b) 3

(d) 5

(e) 6

16) Which airline’s co-founder Rakesh Gangwal has been named the next independent chair of the board of Southwest Airlines?

(a) IndiGoAirlines

(b) AirIndiaAirlines

(d) EmiratesAirlines

(e) SpiceJetAirlines

17) Which state has appointed Sanjay Kumar Verma, an IPS officer from the 1990 batch, as its Director General of Police (DGP)?

(a) Madhya Pradesh

(b) Gujarat

(d) Maharashtra

(e) Odisha

18) Which company’s president, Muralikrishnan B, is leaving to pursue scholarly studies to earn an Executive Doctorate in Management with an emphasis on Consumer Behavior on Technology Platforms?

(a) Samsung

(b) Nokia

(d) Xiaomi India

(e) Phonepe

19) The multinational IT and business process services provider Genisys Group was purchased by Bandhan Financial Services (BFSL). In which year was BFSL incorporated?

(a) 1992

(b) 1993

(d) 1995

(e) 1997

20) How many Iranian satellites were successfully launched into orbit by a Russian Soyuz rocket from the Vostochny launchpad in eastern Russia?

(a) 1

(b) 2

(d) 4

(e) 5

21) Recently, Folk singer and renowned Padma Bhushan recipient Sharda Sinha died. In which year was she awarded the Padma Bhushan?

(a) 2014

(b) 2016

(d) 2018

(e) 2019

22) Which of the following sports was Mandeep Jangra associated with?

(a) Pickleball

(b) Wrestling

(d) Archery

(e) Cricket

23) On October 1, 2023, the Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formally submitted a Letter of Intent to host the Olympic and Paralympic Games in which year?

(a) 2028

(b) 2032

(d) 2040

(e) 2044

24) Recently, Harmanpreet Kaur, the captain of India, rose to joint ____________ in the most recent ICC Women’s ODI rankings.

(a) 4th

(b) 5th

(d) 8th

(e) 9th

25) At the recent Asia Pickleball Games in Taiwan, India’s players displayed exceptional skill and won how many medals overall?

(a) 11

(b) 10

(d) 14

(e) 15

26) On what date is National Cancer Awareness Day 2024 observed?

(a) November 5

(b) November 6

(d) November 8

(e) November 4

27) On November 7, 2024, is designated as Infant Protection Day 2024. Which nation launched a push to enhance child health care first?

(a) America

(b) Africa

(d) Europe

(e) Australia

28) The birthday celebration of Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman is held on November 7, 2024. In which
district did C.V. Raman was born?

(a) Madurai

(b) Tiruchirappalli

(d) Chennai

(e) Erode

29) On what day is the International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict observed?

(a) November 5

(b) November 6

(d) November 8

(e) November 4

30) Recently, Quincy Jones, a US music icon who revolutionized pop music, passed away. Which year did Jones become the first Black person to serve as the musical director for the Academy Awards?

(a) 1970

(b) 1971

(d) 1973

(e) 1974

Answers :

1) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) has been assigned an ‘A1+’ rating for its short-term fixed deposits aggregating ₹12,000 crore and an ‘AA’ rating (Stable) for its fixed deposits by CARE Ratings.

Detailed Explanation:

Rating Interpretation:‘A1+’ Rating: Indicates a very strong safety level for timely payment of financial obligations, with the lowest credit risk

‘AA’ Rating: Denotes a high degree of safety for timely servicing of financial obligations, with very low credit risk.

‘Stable’ Outlook: Suggests expected stability in the credit rating in the medium term due to the bank’s stable credit risk profile.

2) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has proposed new regulations allowing operational creditors (OCs) to opt for voluntary mediation before initiating insolvency proceedings against a company.

Expert Committee Report: The committee, led by T.K. Vishwanathan recommended introducing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method within existing statutory timelines under the IBC.

Detailed Explanation:

Purpose of Mediation: The aim of this proposal is to ease the burden on the judiciary, reduce delays in the insolvency process, and expedite the Corporate Insolvency Resolution Process (CIRP).

Mediation Process: If mediation fails, the mediator will prepare a non-settlement report, which will be annexed to the application for initiating CIRP before the adjudicating authority (AA).

Expert Committee Recommendation: The proposal follows recommendations from an expert committee, which had called for pre-institutional mediation as a step before filing insolvency applications.

Public Comments: IBBI has invited public comments on the proposed framework by November 24, 2024.

Advantages of Mediation: Mediation is seen as an effective tool to resolve disputes early, facilitating faster admission of cases by the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).

Expert Committee Report: The committee, led by T.K. Vishwanathan recommended introducing mediation as an alternative dispute resolution method within existing statutory timelines under the IBC.

3) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Income Tax Department has introduced a three-layered system for the reduction or waiver of interest on unpaid taxes:

According to an order issued by the Department, interest up to ₹50 lakhs can be reduced or waived by the Principal Commissioner (Pr. CIT) or Commissioner (CIT).

Detailed Explanation:

The Income Tax Department has introduced a three-layered system for the reduction or waiver of interest on unpaid taxes:

According to an order issued by the Department, interest up to ₹50 lakhs can be reduced or waived by the Principal Commissioner (Pr. CIT) or Commissioner (CIT).

For amounts between ₹50 lakhs but below ₹1.5 crore, the Chief Commissioner (CCIT) or Director General of Income Tax (DGIT) has been empowered to provide relief.

Amount above ₹1.5 crore can be reduced by waived by the Principal Chief Commissioner (Pr. CCIT).

4) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Indian Army contingent departed for the 15th edition of India- US joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR.

The first edition of VAJRA PRAHAR was conducted in 2010.

The 14th edition, VAJRA PRAHAR 2023, was held in December 2023 at the Joint Training Node, Umroi, Meghalaya.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Army contingent departed for the 15th edition of India- US joint Special Forces Exercise VAJRA PRAHAR.

The exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 2nd to 22nd November 2024 at Orchard Combat Training Centre in Idaho, United States of America (USA).

The first edition of VAJRA PRAHAR was conducted in 2010.

The 14th edition, VAJRA PRAHAR 2023, was held in December 2023 at the Joint Training Node, Umroi, Meghalaya.

This will be the second exercise of the year between Indian and the US Army, the previous being Exercise YUDH ABHYAS 2024, conducted at Rajasthan in September 2024.

Participation : Contingents of both the countries taking part in the joint exercise will comprise 45 personnel each.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has revised the period for marking a trading account as inactive from 12 months to 24 months.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Stock Exchange (NSE) has revised the period for marking a trading account as inactive from 12 months to 24 months.

Account Reactivation: Accounts previously marked as inactive under old guidelines may be reactivated if deemed active under the new 24-month rule, following an update of client details.

Expanded Activity Consideration: The new guidelines include trading in IPOs, mutual funds, sovereign gold bonds, OFS, and buybacks, in addition to equity, F&O, commodities, and currencies, for determining account activity.

6) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) has issued a circular announcing a collaboration with the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) to facilitate the auction of assets through the eBKray platform.

Ownership:eBKray is owned and managed by PSB Alliance Private Limited, a consortium of 12 public sector banks.

Detailed Explanation:

eBKrayPlatform:A centralized auction platform providing comprehensive details on corporate debtor assets, including photographs, videos, and geographical coordinates.

Focuses on transparency and efficiency through advanced technology.

Ownership:eBKray is owned and managed by PSB Alliance Private Limited, a consortium of 12 public sector banks.

For new liquidation processes starting after the circular, assets must be listed within 7 days of submitting the asset memorandum to the Adjudicating Authority.

Implementation Date: The circular, issued under Section 196 of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016, is effective from November 1, 2024.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

According to data shared by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), India’s home-grown Unified Payments Interface (UPI) technology hit a new record in October, with a total of 16.58 billion transactions amounting to ₹23.50 lakh crore,Festival season spending aided the 45% year-on-year (y-o-y) rise in October UPI transactions.

Leading UPI Banks:State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, and YES Bank are the top remitter and beneficiary banks in the UPI ecosystem.

Detailed Explanation:

Data from previous months show that person-to-person (P2P) mode of payment accounts for the chunk of overall UPI transaction value, followed by person-to-merchant (P2M) transfers.

Leading UPI Banks:State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank, and YES Bank are the top remitter and beneficiary banks in the UPI ecosystem.

Monthly UPI Transaction Data:September 2024 recorded 15.04 billion transactions, totaling ₹20.64 lakh crore.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Prime Minister also inaugurated the biggest Jan Aushadhi Kendra at the All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi. This facility is aimed at making affordable and high-quality medicines accessible to patients receiving treatment at AIIMS.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized that the inauguration of advanced medical manufacturing plants will contribute to India’s capability to produce high-quality stents, implants, and advanced medicines, strengthening the country’s growth in healthcare manufacturing.

Established by the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI), the Kendra spans 1,724 square feet and provides:

Over 2,047 generic medicines.

300 surgical devices.

Medicines available at 50% to 90% less than branded versions, significantly reducing healthcare costs for the public.

9) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued a circular on November 4 allowing tax officers to waive or reduce interest on tax dues, provided certain conditions are met.

Interest Calculation under Section 220(2A):

Taxpayers who fail to pay taxes within the stipulated timeframe in a demand notice are liable to pay interest at 1% per month on the delayed amount under Section 220(2A) of the Income Tax Act.

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) issued a circular on November 4 allowing tax officers to waive or reduce interest on tax dues, provided certain conditions are met.

Interest Over ₹1.5 Crore: Decision made by a Principal Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (PrCCIT).

Interest Between ₹50 Lakh and ₹1.5 Crore: Decision made by a Chief Commissioner of Income Tax (CCIT).

Interest Up to ₹50 Lakh: Decision made by a Principal Commissioner of Income Tax (PrCIT) or Income Tax Commissioner.

Interest Calculation under Section 220(2A):

Taxpayers who fail to pay taxes within the stipulated timeframe in a demand notice are liable to pay interest at 1% per month on the delayed amount under Section 220(2A) of the Income Tax Act.

10) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

BEML Limited has been granted the prestigious “Self-Certification” status by the Department of Defence Production (DDP), Government of India, for its defence equipment.

Validity: The certification is valid for three years, covering 842 stores of BEML’s defense equipment.

Detailed Explanation:

BEML Limited has been granted the prestigious “Self-Certification” status by the Department of Defence Production (DDP), Government of India, for its defence equipment.

Award Presentation: The certification was presented by RA Govardhana, ADGQA (V&EE), HQ DQAV, to Shantanu Roy, Chairman & Managing Director of BEML Ltd., during a special event at BEML’s headquarters.

Validity: The certification is valid for three years, covering 842 stores of BEML’s defense equipment.

Impact: It permits the manufacturing and delivery of defense equipment without requiring additional third-party inspections, streamlining processes.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The updated National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan (NBSAP) 2024-2030 was launched at the 16th Conference of Parties (COP 16) to the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in Colombia.

The first NBSAP was created in 1999.

Detailed Explanation:

The first NBSAP was created in 1999.

A National Biodiversity Action Plan (NBAP) was adopted in 2008, which was updated in 2014 to align with the Aichi Biodiversity Targets.

NBSAP 2024-30 aligns with the Kunming-Montreal Global Biodiversity Framework (KMGBF) adopted in 2022, which aims to halt and reverse biodiversity loss by 2030.

There are 23 National Biodiversity Targets focused on:

Reducing threats to biodiversity.

Ensuring sustainable use of resources.

Enhancing tools for biodiversity implementation.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (I&B) is considering classifying Wikipedia as a content publisher, which would make the Wikimedia Foundation liable in court cases concerning its content.

The I&B Ministry raised concerns about bias and inaccuracies on Wikipedia, with complaints pointing to a small group having editorial control over content.

Detailed Explanation:

The I&B Ministry raised concerns about bias and inaccuracies on Wikipedia, with complaints pointing to a small group having editorial control over content.

The government has questioned why Wikipedia should not be treated as a publisher instead of an intermediary.

The Asian News International (ANI) has sued the Wikimedia Foundation over its Wikipedia entry, which described ANI as being close to government interests. The article allegedly portrayed ANI as promoting pro-government and anti-Pakistan propaganda.

13) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 43^rd IndiaInternational Trade Fair (IITF) is a mega trade show organised at New Delhi’s Pragati Maidan (Bharat Mandapam) by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO).

The first IITF was held in 1980, and since then, it has been held every year in November at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

Detailed Explanation:

The 43^rd IndiaInternational Trade Fair (IITF) is a mega trade show organised at New Delhi’s Pragati Maidan (Bharat Mandapam) by the India Trade Promotion Organization (ITPO).

It provides a platform for traders, small businesses, startups, and artisans to showcase their products and services to domestic and international buyers.

The fair is held from November 14 to November 27, with November 14-18 for B2B visitors and November 19-27 for general visitors.

The theme for the 43rd edition of IITF 2024 is “Viksit Bharat @ 2047″.

The 42nd edition of the India International Trade Fair (IITF) is scheduled from November 14 – 27th, 2023 at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

The first IITF was held in 1980, and since then, it has been held every year in November at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Singapore maintains its position as the world’s most powerful passport in the Henley Passport Index 2024, offering its citizens visa-free access to 195 countries.

Detailed Explanation:

Singapore maintains its position as the world’s most powerful passport in the Henley Passport Index 2024, offering its citizens visa-free access to 195 countries.

Tied for 2nd Place: France, Germany, Italy, Japan, and Spain are tied for second place, each granting visa-free access to 192 countries.

United States’ Rank: The United States is in 8th place with visa-free access to 186 countries, showing a slight decline in its global standing.

India’s Position: India ranks 83rd, providing its citizens with visa-free access to 58 countries, highlighting challenges in global mobility.

The World’s Weakest Passports:

At the other end of the spectrum, some passports offer limited travel freedom. The least powerful passports are:

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Union Home Ministry (MHA) appointed four new non-official members to the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).

Kuljeet Chahal was appointed as the Vice Chairman of the NDMC.

He previously served as a non-official member until September and replaced Satish Upadhyay in the role.

Anil Valmiki, Sarita Tomar, and Dinesh Pratap Singh were appointed as non-official members of the NDMC.

Detailed Explanation:

The Union Home Ministry (MHA) appointed four new non-official members to the New Delhi Municipal Council (NDMC).

Kuljeet Chahal was appointed as the Vice Chairman of the NDMC.

He previously served as a non-official member until September and replaced Satish Upadhyay in the role.

Anil Valmiki, Sarita Tomar, and Dinesh Pratap Singh were appointed as non-official members of the NDMC.

Senior IAS officer Keshav Chandra was appointed as the Chairman of NDMC.

The NDMC consists of a chairman, official members, non-official members, and elected representatives.

It is responsible for managing the civic affairs of New Delhi.

Members of the NDMC serve a five-year term, appointed by the MHA.

The MHA recently appointed four official members to the NDMC, including senior officials from MoHUA and the Delhi Government.

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of IndiGo Airlines, has been appointed as the new independent chair of Southwest Airlines’ Board.

This follows an agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management.

The leadership transition occurred after Gary Kelly’s retirement on November 1, 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Rakesh Gangwal, co-founder of IndiGo Airlines, has been appointed as the new independent chair of Southwest Airlines’ Board.

This follows an agreement with activist investor Elliott Investment Management.

The leadership transition occurred after Gary Kelly’s retirement on November 1, 2024.

Southwest Airlines has also appointed five new directors, nominated by Elliott Investment Management, to restructure the board and strengthen governance.

Board Committee Changes: New appointments to various board committees include:

Lisa Atherton as Chair of the Compensation Committee.

Douglas Brooks as Chair of the Audit Committee.

David Hess continues as Chair of the Safety and Operations Committee.

Chris Reynolds as Chair of the Nominating and Corporate Governance Committee.

Gregg Saretsky as Chair of the Finance Committee.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Sanjay Kumar Verma, a 1990-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra.

Reason for Appointment: Verma succeeds Rashmi Shukla, who was removed from the DGP position by order of the Election Commission of India (ECI) following complaints from opposition parties.

Detailed Explanation:

Sanjay Kumar Verma, a 1990-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as the Director General of Police (DGP) of Maharashtra.

Verma previously served as Director General of Legal and Technical in Maharashtra.

Reason for Appointment: Verma succeeds Rashmi Shukla, who was removed from the DGP position by order of the Election Commission of India (ECI) following complaints from opposition parties.

Verma is scheduled to retire in April 2028.

Rashmi Shukla was the first woman DGP of Maharashtra.

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Muralikrishnan B, President of Xiaomi India, is stepping down to pursue academic research, specifically focusing on an Executive Doctorate in Management with a concentration on Consumer Behaviour on Technology Platforms.

Detailed Explanation:

After his resignation, he will continue to support Xiaomi India as an independent Strategic Advisor.

Tenure and Achievements: Muralikrishnan served Xiaomi India for over six years, contributing significantly to the company’s operations and growth.

He played a pivotal role in enhancing Xiaomi India’s brand presence and steering its strategic direction.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Bandhan Financial Services (Bandhan Group) acquired Genisys Group, a global IT and business process services company.

Bandhan Financial Services (BFSL) Overview:BFSL was incorporated on August 3, 1995 and is registered as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC-NDSI-CIC).

Detailed Explanation:

Bandhan Financial Services (Bandhan Group) acquired Genisys Group, a global IT and business process services company.

This marks Bandhan Group’s strategic entry into the technology sector.

Expansion of Global Footprint:The acquisition will help Bandhan Group expand its presence in global markets.

New offices will be established in the US, UK, and India.

Bandhan Financial Services (BFSL) Overview:BFSL was incorporated on August 3, 1995 and is registered as a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC-NDSI-CIC).

20) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

A Russian Soyuz rocket successfully launched from the Vostochny launchpad in eastern Russia, carrying two Iranian satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, into orbit.

The launch marked the first time Iranian satellites were launched on behalf of the country’s private sector.

Detailed Explanation:

A Russian Soyuz rocket successfully launched from the Vostochny launchpad in eastern Russia, carrying two Iranian satellites, Kowsar and Hodhod, into orbit.

The launch marked the first time Iranian satellites were launched on behalf of the country’s private sector.

In addition to the Iranian satellites, the Soyuz rocket carried Russian Ionosphere-M Earth observation satellites and several smaller satellites.

Russia-Iran Cooperation: This launch highlights growing cooperation between Russia and Iran, including joint space ventures.

Previous Launches: In 2022, Russia launched an Iranian Earth observation satellite built in Russia for Tehran.

Strategic Partnership: The launch comes amid expanding ties between Moscow and Tehran, with plans for a comprehensive strategic partnership to be signed during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian’s upcoming visit to Russia.

21) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Popular folk singer Sharda Sinha, who was undergoing treatment at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)-Delhi, passed away at the age of 72.

Born on November 1, 1952 in Bihar’s Supaul district.

She received the Padma Bhushan in 2018, Padma Shri in 1991, and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2000.

Detailed Explanation:

Popular folk singer Sharda Sinha, who was undergoing treatment at All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS)-Delhi, passed away at the age of 72.

Born on November 1, 1952 in Bihar’s Supaul district.

She trained in classical music under Pandit Raghu Jha, Pandit Sitaram Hari Dandekar, and Panna Devi, contemporaries of Malika-e-Ghazal Begum Akhtar.

She received the Padma Bhushan in 2018, Padma Shri in 1991, and the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2000.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian professional boxer Mandeep Jangra won the World Boxing Federation (WBF) Super Featherweight World Title.

Defeated Britain’s Conor McIntosh in an intense 10-round match held in the Cayman Islands.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian professional boxer Mandeep Jangra won the World Boxing Federation (WBF) Super Featherweight World Title.

Defeated Britain’s Conor McIntosh in an intense 10-round match held in the Cayman Islands.

Dominant Strategy: Jangra took control early, delivering powerful punches and maintaining stamina throughout.

McIntosh struggled to match Jangra’s intensity and attempted a comeback, but Jangra’s endurance and technique sealed his victory.

Trained under Roy Jones Jr., former Olympic silver medallist and boxing icon.

Professional Career: Began in 2021, with only one defeat across 12 fights, holding an impressive record of 11 wins (7 by knockout).

23) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formally submitted a Letter of Intent on October 1, 2023 to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

This marks a major step in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of bringing the Olympics to India for the first time.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) formally submitted a Letter of Intent on October 1, 2023 to host the 2036 Olympic and Paralympic Games.

This marks a major step in realizing Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of bringing the Olympics to India for the first time.

India faces competition from other interested nations, including Mexico, Turkey, Indonesia, Chile, and Egypt’s New Administrative Capital.

The IOC Future Host Commission will manage the selection, with potential bids from cities vying to become the first in their regions to host the Games.

India’s bid includes plans to bolster sports infrastructure and collaborate with global experts to ensure readiness.

24) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur moved up to joint ninth in the latest ICC Women’s ODI rankings.

Opener Smriti Mandhana retained her fourth position with an impressive 100-run knock, earning the player of the match award.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s captain Harmanpreet Kaur moved up to joint ninth in the latest ICC Women’s ODI rankings.

Opener Smriti Mandhana retained her fourth position with an impressive 100-run knock, earning the player of the match award.

Mandhana gained 23 rating points, reaching 728 points, just five points behind Sri Lanka’s Chamari Athapaththu.

Yastika Bhatia, India’s wicketkeeper, moved from 48th to 45th after scoring 35 runs.

In the bowling rankings, Deepti Sharma strengthened her position in second place with a career-high 703 rating points after a 3/39 performance, though Sophie Ecclestone of England remains at the top with 770 points.

Renuka Singh climbed to 32nd among bowlers, while Saima Thakor and Priya Mishra also made notable progress.

25) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s players showcased outstanding skill at the Asia Pickleball Games held recently in Taiwan, bringing home a total of 14 medals, including five golds, four silvers, and five bronzes.

Detailed Explanation:

Gold Medalists:

NittenKirttane: Gold in 50+ open men’s singles and 50+ open men’s doubles (with Sandeep Tawde).

Vanshik Kapadia & Tejas Mahajan: Gold in 19+ open men’s doubles.

Kapadia & Vrushali Thakare: Gold in 19+ open mixed doubles.

Vishal Jadhav & Isha Lakhani: Gold in 35+ open mixed doubles.

Silver Medalists:

Vishal Jadhav: Silver in 35+ open men’s singles.

Khushi Sachdeva & Shraddha Damani: Silver in 19+ women’s singles and 35+ women’s singles in the 4.0 category.

Sandeep Tawde: Silver in 50+ men’s singles in the 4.0 category.

Bronze Medalists:

Abhishek Dethan: Bronze in 35+ men’s singles (4.0 category).

Johann Fernandes: Bronze in 35+ open women’s singles.

Thakare & Sachdeva: Bronze in 19+ women’s doubles.

Damani & Fernandes: Bronze in 35+ women’s doubles (4.0 category).

Chetan Sanil & Tawde: Bronze in 50+ men’s doubles (4.0 category).

Participating Countries: Taiwan, Singapore, Japan, China, Indonesia, South Korea, Malaysia, and India.

26) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

National Cancer Awareness Day 2024 is observed on the 7th of November 2024.

This year’s theme is “Fight cancer with hope and heart!”

In September 2014, National Cancer Awareness Day was first initiated by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare in India.

Detailed Explanation:

National Cancer Awareness Day 2024 is observed on the 7th of November 2024.

This year’s theme is “Fight cancer with hope and heart!”

In September 2014, National Cancer Awareness Day was first initiated by Dr. Harsh Vardhan, the Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare in India.

In September 2014, a committee was formed and decided that National Cancer Awareness Day would be observed on the 7th of November every year in India with the aim of spreading awareness about the severity of various cancers, their symptoms, and treatment.

National Cancer Awareness Day is celebrated every year to create awareness about the early detection of cancer and prevention methods.

27) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Infant Protection Day 2024 is observed on the 7th of November 2024

Europe first started a campaign to improve child health care. Europe Countries established Infant Protection Day in order to create awareness among the people about Child Care Services and to reduce the Infant Mortality Rate (IM

Detailed Explanation:

Infant Protection Day 2024 is observed on the 7th of November 2024

The first three months are the crucial period for Infants. It develops certain skills like Hearing, Communication, and Vision.

In 1990 nearly 5 million infants died due to a lack of awareness of protecting Infants.

So in the early 1900s, many Countries decided that steps should be taken for better child health care and to reduce the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR).

28) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman’s Birthday is observed on the 7th of November 2024.

C.V. Raman was born on 7th November 1888, in Tiruchirappalli.

Detailed Explanation:

Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman’s Birthday is observed on the 7th of November 2024.

C.V. Raman was born on 7th November 1888, in Tiruchirappalli.

His father’s name was Chandrasekhara Ramanathan Iyer who was a professor of Physics and Mathematics who worked in Visakhapatnam.

C.V. Raman was brilliant in early school life.

He joined the Presidency College and received his graduate degree in 1904.

He has done his Master’s in Physics from the same college.

He got an opportunity to join the University of Calcutta in 1917, as the first Professor of Physics.

29) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is observed on 6th November 2024.

The United Nations General Assembly declared this day in 2001.

Detailed Explanation:

International Day for Preventing the Exploitation of the Environment in War and Armed Conflict is observed on 6th November 2024.

The United Nations General Assembly declared this day in 2001.

The day recognizes that the environment is often a victim of war and that destroying natural resources can lead to a lack of durable peace.

Some ways the environment is exploited in war include: Polluting water wells, Torching crops, Cutting down forests, Poisoning soils, and Killing animals to gain military advantage.

The UN Environment Assembly (UNEA) adopted a resolution in 2016 that recognized the role of healthy ecosystems in reducing the risk of armed conflict.

International humanitarian law (IHL) also aims to protect the natural environment during armed conflict.

30) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Quincy Jones, the man known simply as “Q” who worked with musicians ranging from Count Basie to Frank Sinatra and reshaped pop music with his collaborations with Michael Jackson, passed away at the age of 91.

Quincy Delight Jones Jr. was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago.

Historic Milestones: In 1971, Jones became the first Black musical director for the Academy Awards television broadcast.

Detailed Explanation:

Quincy Delight Jones Jr. was born on March 14, 1933, in Chicago.

He developed a passion for music early on and became proficient with the trumpet by age 13.

Grammy Awards: He won an impressive 28 Grammy Awards throughout his career, underscoring his influence and contributions to the music industry.

Notable Collaborations: Jones collaborated with legendary artists, including:

Jazz: Worked with Miles Davis and produced for Frank Sinatra.

Pop: He partnered with Michael Jackson on three landmark albums: “Off the Wall,” “Thriller,” and “Bad.”

“We Are the World”: In 1985, he co-produced the hit single “We Are the World,” which featured numerous prominent artists and raised funds for famine relief in Ethiopia.

Historic Milestones: In 1971, Jones became the first Black musical director for the Academy Awards television broadcast.