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Dear Readers, Daily Current Affairs Questions Quiz for SBI, IBPS, RBI, RRB, SSC Exam 2023 of 29th August 2023. Daily GK quiz online for bank & competitive exam. Here we have given the Daily Current Affairs Quiz based on the previous days Daily Current Affairs updates. Candidates preparing for IBPS, SBI, RBI, RRB, SSC Exam 2023 & other competitive exams can make use of these Current Affairs Quiz.
1) Which state co-operative banks, RBI approves merger of Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank Limited with Jalgaon Peoples Co-operative Bank?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) Gujarat
(c) Kerala
(d) Bihar
(e) Mizoram
2)How many pilot cities will whitelisted users be able to access this functionality in the ‘Axis Mobile Digital Rupee App’ that now incorporates UPI?
(a) 20
(b) 15
(c) 22
(d) 24
(e) 26
3) HDFC Bank is the first bank in India to issue ‘Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card’. What is the annual fee for the card (in Rupees)?
(a) Rs.1000
(b) Rs.2000
(c) Rs.3000
(d) Rs.5000
(e) Rs.2500
4) The National Bank of India (SBI) has launched a non-call term deposit called SBI ‘Sarvottam’ for deposits of Rs 15 million and above. What percentage is a 1-year term deposit?
(a) 7.10
(b) 7.20
(c) 7.40
(d) 7.50
(e) 7.60
5) The International Cricket Council (ICC) has announced a merger in which Mastercard will become the global partner of the 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup. In which city will the World Cup be held?
(a) Mumbai
(b) Delhi
(c) Kolkata
(d) Ahmedabad
(e) Chennai
6) Which bank launched its new musical logo which has been composed by one of the leading musicians of India?
(a) RBL
(b) Bandhan
(c) DBS
(d) HSBC
(e) KVB
7) Airtel Payments Bank enables Fastag-based parking payments at Patna Airport. How many airports already have this system in operation?
(a) 3
(b) 5
(c) 6
(d) 2
(e) 7
8) Union Minister for Home Affairs and Cooperation Amit Shah chaired the _____ Western Regional Council in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
(a) 25th
(b) 26th
(c) 24th
(d) 28th
(e) 22nd
9) How many total sessions are there in the 2nd Roundtable Meeting of G20 Chief Scientific Advisors opened in Gandhinagar?
(a) 5
(b) 4
(c) 3
(d) 2
(e) 6
10) In which year will Brazil hold the G20 meeting?
(a) 2024
(b) 2025
(c) 2023
(d) 2026
(e) 2028
11) In which country, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi Participates in BRICS Business Forum Leaders’ Dialogue?
(a) South Africa
(b) Russia
(c) Australia
(d) China
(e) Brazil
12) Judge Prakash Srivastava becomes chairman of the National Green Tribunal. Which city’s High Court has judicial authority belongs?
(a) Mumbai
(b) Delhi
(c) Calcutta
(d) Ahmedabad
(e) Chennai
13) When was the first National Sports Day declared in India?
(a) 2011
(b) 2015
(c) 2012
(d) 2008
(e) 2010
14) In Cricket, the Indian men’s visually impaired team won the silver medal at the IBSF World Games 2023 (Edgbaston, Birmingham) after beating which country?
(a) Australia
(b) Zimabavae
(c) Pakistan
(d) South Africa
(e) Bangladesh
15) Where will the BWF World Championship 2023 be held?
(a) Thailand
(b) Netherland
(c) France
(d) Malaysia
(e) Denmark
16) In hockey, India beat Thailand 5-4 in the Women’s Asian Hockey 5s Qualifier at Salalah in Oman. What is Oman’s currency?
(a) Pound
(b) Rial
(c) Bhat
(d) Peso
(e) Dollars
17) Neeraj Chopra, India’s first ever gold medallist in the men’s Javelin Throw at the World Championships 2023 in Hungary, won the gold medal with a throw of how many meters?
(a) 88.15
(b) 89.17
(c) 88.19
(d) 89.12
(e) 88.17
18) The United States Open tennis tournament will be the fourth and final major tournament of the season, and which city will host the tournament?
(a) Florida
(b) Houston
(c) New York
(d) Los Angeles
(e) San Antonio
19) China successfully launched ______ flight mission of the Long March series carrier rocket for Earth observation.
(a) 434th
(b) 484th
(c) 464th
(d) 454th
(e) 474th
20) Saraswat Cooperative Bank, which is located in the state of ______________, is expected to offer Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) products under a bank-to-bank guarantee in order to expand the scope of life insurance coverage.
(a) Gujarat
(b) New Delhi
(c) Maharashtra
(d) Karnataka
(e) Tripura
Answers :
1) Answer: A
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the merger of Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank Limited, located in Akola, Maharashtra, with The Jalgaon Peoples Co-operative Bank Limited, situated in Jalgaon, Maharashtra.This strategic move was authorized by the RBI under Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A along with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.After the merger, the branches of Akola Merchant Co-operative Bank will function as branches of The Jalgaon Peoples Co-operative Bank. This merger is expected to strengthen the banking sector in the region and improve customer services for both banks’ clients.
2) Answer: E
The ‘Axis Mobile Digital Rupee App’ now incorporates UPI interoperability, enabling customers to utilize e-Rupee for payments through existing UPI QR codes used by merchants.This feature empowers merchants to readily accept Digital Rupee payments via their existing QR codes, streamlining the process and negating the need for mandatory onboarding.During the initial stages, this functionality will be accessible to whitelisted users in 26 pilot cities, ensuring a controlled and efficient rollout process.
3) Answer: C
The HDFC Bank Marriott Bonvoy credit card is designed to offer one of the most rewarding travel experiences in India’s credit card market.This comes with a range of privileges, including priority late checkout, access to exclusive member rates, bonus points for Marriott Bonvoy, and more.Users of the co-branded credit card have the opportunity to earn Marriott Bonvoy points on eligible expenditures. These points can be redeemed for various travel-related benefits, such as hotel stays, upgrades, and other experiences.The card comes with an annual fee of Rs 3000, offering customers access to its exclusive benefits upon successful credit approval.
4) Answer: A
Non-callable deposit is a term deposit product wherein premature withdrawal is not allowed during the tenure of the deposit.Under the “Sarvottam” term deposits, the bank is providing depositors with a rate of interest of 7.40% for a two-year period. The deposit rate is 7.10% for a one-year term.Senior people will receive an extra 50 basis points (bps) of interest on top of what is offered to ordinary depositors. For a two-year deposit and a one-year deposit, they will earn interest rates of 7.90% and 7.60%, respectively.
5) Answer: D
The 2023 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup will be the 13th edition of the Cricket World Cup, a quadrennial One Day International (ODI) cricket tournament contested by men’s national teams and organized by the ICC.It will be the first men’s Cricket World Cup to be hosted solely by India.The final is scheduled to be played at the Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad on 19 November 2023.Children of cardholders aged between 12-18 years will also have the chance to be a part of the flagbearer programme.
6) Answer: B
To celebrate the 8th foundation day, Bandhan Bank opened its branch in the Leh district of Union Territory (UT), Ladakh, marking its presence in 35 of the 36 states and UTs of India.Bandhan Bank also opened another branch in Srinagar, Jammu & Kashmir (J&K).HDFC Bank Director, Keki Mistry was invited as the chief guest and spoke at the occasion.The bank will continue to expand its footprint to reach a wider population across the country.Bandhan bank also launched its new musical logo which has been composed by one of the leading musicians of India, Amit Trivedi.
7) Answer: A
Airtel Payments Bank, a prominent player in the digital banking space, has introduced a Fastag-based parking payments, streamlined solution for parking payments at Jayprakash Narayan International Airport in Patna.Airtel Payments Bank is actively collaborating with multiple partners to extend Fastag-based parking payments across various locations throughout the country, enabling similar convenient parking experiences for users. The system is already operational at other airports like Varanasi, Bhubaneswar, and Aurangabad, illustrating Airtel Payments Bank’s commitment to delivering modern and consistent services to air travellers across India.
8) Answer: B
The Union Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah chaired the 26th meeting of the Western Zonal Council at Gandhinagar, in Gujarat. The meeting was organized by the Inter-State Council Secretariat under the Ministry of Home Affairs in collaboration with the Government of Gujarat. A wide range of issues including infrastructure, water supply, environment and forests, and issues of general regional and national interests were discussed in the meeting.The Western Zonal Council comprises the states of Gujarat, Goa, and Maharashtra, and the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu.
9) Answer: B
The second G20-Chief Scientific Advisers’ Roundtable meeting began in Gandhinagar. Science advisors, Scientists, researchers from G 20 countries, and invited countries are taking part in the meeting. The meeting began with the opening remarks by Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India Prof. Ajay Kumar Sood. There will be a total of Four sessions onthemes such as ‘Opportunities in One Health, Synergizing Global Efforts to expand the Access to Scholarly Scientific Knowledge’, Diversity, Equity, and Accessibility in Science & Technology and Institutional Mechanism for Inclusive Global S&T Policy Dialogue.
10) Answer: A
India has handed over the B20 presidency to Brazil to host G20 in 2024. B20 India Chair N Chandrasekaran said that India’s B20 Presidency under the its G20 Presidency worked under the theme of Vasaudeva Katumbakam (One Earth, One Family, One Future). It is being attended by over one thousand 500 global business delegates and experts across 55 countries.
11) Answer: A
Prime Minister Narendra Modi took part in the BRICS (encompasses Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa) Business Forum Leaders’ Dialogue in Johannesburg,South Africa.He delivered an address during this dialogue session, highlighting India’s economic resilience and growth amidst global economic challenges.India’s Economic Standing and Future Projection: Despite global economic uncertainties, PM Modi emphasised that India continues to maintain its status as the fastest-growing major economy worldwide.He expressed confidence that India is on track to become a five trillion dollar economy in the near future.
12) Answer: C
Former Chief Justice (CJ) of the Calcutta High Court, Justice Prakash Shrivastava has been appointed as the new chairperson of the National Green Tribunal (NGT).This was followed by Justice Sheo Kumar Singh, the outgoing acting chairperson.Justice Srivastava was appointed as a judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on January 18, 2008 & became a permanent judge on January 15, 2010.He was the Chief Justice of the Calcutta High Court from October 11, 2021, to March 30, 2023.The central government appoints the chairperson of the NGT in consultation with the Chief Justice of India (CJI).The right to a healthy environment has been construed to be a part of the right to life under Article 21 of the Constitution.
13) Answer: C
National Sports Day or Rashtriya Khel Divas is celebrated on 29 August every year. This day is celebrated on Dhyan Chand’s birthday to honor the hockey legend. Major Dhyan Chand a field hockey player is recognized by many to be the greatest field hockey player ever. India won the field hockey event in seven of the eight Olympics from 1928 through 1964,demonstrating his influence beyond these successes.To mark his birthday, India established National Sports Day in 2012. The purpose of celebrating this day is to honour the sporting legend and create awareness about the importance of sports in everyday life.
14) Answer: C
In Cricket, the Indian men’s visually impaired team settled for a silver medal after a defeat against Pakistan in the final of the men’s T20 cricket event at the International Blind Sports Federation (IBSA) World Games 2023 at Edgbaston, Birmingham. Batting first, India posted 184 for 3 in the stipulated twenty overs. Pakistan chased down the target of 185 runs in the 15th over after a dominating batting display. The cricket game was included in the IBSA World Games for the first time and India’s both men’s and women’s blind teams reached the finals to ensure a medal for India. Earlier, the Indian women’s team beat Australia by nine wickets on the DLS method to claim the historic gold medal for India.
15) Answer: E
In badminton, India’s ace shuttler HS Prannoy had to settle for a bronze medal as he registered a loss to Kunlavut Vitidsarn in the semifinals of the ongoing Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Championships 2023. Prannoy went down to world number three and three-time Junior champion Vitidsarn by 21-18, 13-21, 14-21. Prannoy stormed into the semi-final of the BWF World Championships after defeating World Number 2 and the defending champion Viktor Axelsen at Kuala Lumpur. With this win, World Number 7 Prannoy assured a bronze medal for India by beating the home favourite Axelsen in three games 21-13, 15-21, 16-21.This is India’s 14th medal at the World Championships. This includes one gold, four silvers and nine bronze medals. China is the most successful team in the tournament’s history.
16) Answer: B
In hockey, India defeated Thailand 5-4 at the Women’s Asian Hockey 5s World Cup Qualifier in Salalah, Oman. For India, Navjot Kaur, Monika Dipi Toppo, Mahima Choudhary, and Ajmina Kujur scored.
About Oman:
- Capital: Muscat
- Currency: Omani Rial
About Thailand:
- Capital: Bangkok
- Currency: Thai Baht
17) Answer: E
Javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra won India’s first-ever gold at the World Athletics Championships 2023 in Budapest, Hungary. In the men’s javelin final, Neeraj Chopra won the Gold medal with a throw of 88.17 metres. Pakistan’s Arshad Nadeem clinched Silver with a throw of 87.82 meters. Czech player Jakub Vadlejch got bronze Kishore Jena finished 5th and DP Manu at 6th in the javelin throw event.Star Indian javelin thrower Neeraj Chopra clinched the Lausanne Diamond League 2023 title with the best throw of 87.66 meters.
18) Answer: C
The fourth and final Grand Slam of the season, the US Open tennis tournament will kick off in New York.In women’s singles, world No. 1 Iga Swiatek of Poland looking to defend their 2022 wins. In the women’s competition, defending champion Iga will take on Sweden’s Rebecca Peterson at the Arthur Ashe Stadium to start off her campaign.In men’s singles Serbian Novak Djokovic makes a return.
19) Answer: B
The Long March-4C rocket is a liquid-propellant launch vehicle consisting of three stages. Notably, it has the capability to accommodate various types of satellites with different orbital requirements. The Long March-4C can transport payloads weighing up to 3 tonnes to a sun-synchronous orbit located at an altitude of 700 kilometers.China has successfully launched a new Earth observation satellite Gaofen-12 04 into space from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center in northwest China. The satellite was carried into space using a Long March-4C carrier rocket and achieved its planned orbit.The launch marks the 484th flight mission of the Long March series carrier rocket.
20) Answer: C
Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) and Mumbai, Maharashtra-headquartered Saraswat Cooperative Bank have entered into a partnership under which the bank will sell the insurance major’s products.The partnership is part of efforts to increase penetration of life insurance through the bancassurance channel.LIC has insurance products for all segments of society, from annuity, ULIP, term insurance to savings plans. Its close ended guaranteed benefit plan Dhan Vriddhi, for those aged 90 days to 60 years, is available till September 30, 2023
