0 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 18.10.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. Which state won the Best State Award at the 5th National Water Awards 2023? Maharashtra Odisha Tamil Nadu Gujarat Explanation: Odisha won Best State Award at 5th National Water Awards 2023. On October 14, the 5th National Water Awards 2023 were announced in New Delhi. In the best state category, Odisha bagged the first prize, while Uttar Pradesh got the second position. Gujarat and Puducherry jointly secured the third position. On October 22, the 5th National Water Awards 2023 will be presented by President Draupadi Murmu in New Delhi. The awards will be presented to a total of 38 winners, including joint winners in nine categories. 2 / 10 Q2. Who has been appointed as the Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC)? Rajesh Kumar Singh Manoj Kumar Dubey Suresh Prabhu Piyush Goyal Explanation: Manoj Kumar Dubey appointed as its Chairman & Managing Director (CMD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the of the Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC). Indian Railway Finance Corporation (IRFC) is a schedule a miniratna public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Railways. Prior to this, Dubey was serving as Director (Finance) and Chief Financial Officer of Container Corporation of India (Concor). IRFC has total assets of Rs 50,755 crore and over 51 lakh shareholders - the highest for any company in India. With a market capitalisation of over Rs 2 lakh crore, IRFC ranks among the top public sector companies and undertakings in the country. Established in 1986, IRFC raises funds from both domestic and international markets to meet the extra budgetary resource (EBR) requirements of Indian Railways. 3 / 10 Q3. In which district of Kerala did the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences install X-band radar? Wayanad Kasaragod Kozhikode Thrissur Explanation: Union Ministry of Earth Sciences installed X-band radar in Kerala’s Wayanad district. After devastating floods and landslides, the Union Ministry of Earth Sciences installed X-band radar in Kerala’s Wayanad district. This device will also perform high temporal sampling, which will allow it to spot particle movements happening in shorter spans of time. In the early 1950s, the India Meteorological Department (IMD) started using radar for weather applications. 4 / 10 Q4. When is World Food Day celebrated all over the world? 17 October 19 October 20 October 16 October Explanation: World Food Day is observed every year worldwide on October 16. World Food Day is observed to raise awareness about the importance of good food and nutrition. This day was established by FAO in 1979. It is observed to mark the founding of the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization in 1945. 5 / 10 Q5. Who took oath as Chief Minister of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on 16 October 2024? Mehbooba Mufti Mufti Mohammad Sayeed Ghulam Nabi Azad Omar Abdullah Explanation: Omar Abdullah took oath as Chief Minister of J&K. Omar Abdullah is a leader of National Conference. He took the oath as the Chief Minister of Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir on 16 October 2024. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha administered the oath to him along with Council of Ministers at the Sher-e-Kashmir International Convention Centre in Srinagar. Mr. Abdullah was invited to form the government after his party won in the recent Assembly Elections, which were held after the gap of 10 years. 6 / 10 Q6. PM Modi Inaugurated India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. IMC 2024 is the ________ edition of India Mobile Congress. Fifth Sixth Seventh Eighth Explanation: PM Modi Inaugurated India Mobile Congress (IMC) 2024. IMC 2024 is the eighth edition of India Mobile Congress. It is a four-day event. It started from 15 October and will conclude on 18 October. It is taking place at Pragati Maidan. At IMC 2024, popular Meta RayBan XR glasses will also be showcased. PM Modi said India has democratised digital technology. PM Modi also inaugurated the World Telecommunication Standardisation Assembly (WTSA) 2024. 7 / 10 Q7. NASA launched Europa Clipper to search for life on the moon of which planet? Jupiter Saturn Mars Venus Explanation: Nasa launched the Europa Clipper to search for life on Jupiter and its moon, Europa. It was launched from a SpaceX Falcon Heavy rocket from NASA’s Kennedy Space Center. Nasa's spacecraft has been designed to study Jupiter's Europa moon's icy surface and the subsurface ocean believed to exist beneath. 8 / 10 Q8. In which state has the foundation stone of the Navy's second VLF radar station been laid? Telangana Rajasthan Haryana Himachal Pradesh Explanation: Navy’s 2nd VLF radar station foundation stone has been laid in Telangana. Defense Minister Rajnath Singh laid the foundation stone for the Indian Navy’s second Very Low Frequency (VLF) Naval Station in Vikarabad district. This facility will be operational by 2027. It will enhance the Indian Navy’s communication with ships and submarines. After the VLF station becomes operational, it will significantly support the armed forces. A robust military communication system will be crucial for securing the transmission of command orders to the field. It is India’s second such station — the first, INS Kattabomman, has been operational in Tirunelveli, Tamil Nadu, since 1990. A naval township with essential amenities such as schools, hospitals, banks and markets will also be developed. 9 / 10 Q9. Who among the following received the National Kishore Kumar Award? Akshay Kumar Anurag Kashyap Rajkumar Hirani Yash Chopra Explanation: Rajkumar Hirani received the National Kishore Kumar Award. Popular film Producer and director Rajkumar Hirani has been conferred the National Kishore Kumar Award in Khandwa, Madhya Pradesh. On the occasion of the 37th death anniversary of Kishore Kumar, the award is given to Rajkumar Hirani. Rajkumar Hirani reached the Samadhi of Kishore Kumar and paid tribute to him before receiving the award. Many famous Bollywood actors, writers, and producer-directors have received this award to date. Khandwa is the birthplace of Kishore Kumar. The award has been given every year to an eminent artist by the Directorate of Culture, Madhya Pradesh Government since 1997. 10 / 10 Q10. The World Health Organisation has received a pledge of how much billion for its next budget, which covers the period 2025-28? $2 billion $3 billion $3 billion $5 billion Explanation: World Health Organization (WHO) has got $1 billion in pledges for next budget, covering the period 2025-28. Of this, fresh financing commitments from European nations, foundations, and organisations totalled close to $700 million. Concurrently, $300 million came from renewed financial pledges. The funding was announced during the WHO Investment Round Signature Event. This event was held at the World Health Summit in Berlin. With an additional $260 million in voluntary assistance, Germany committed to around $400 million over a four-year period. A US$50 million donation was made by the UK-based philanthropic organisation Wellcome. The World Diabetes Foundation, Resolve to Save Lives, and the Institute for Philanthropy each contributed $10 million. A noteworthy commitment of US$ 50 million was also made by the WHO Foundation, with assistance from the business community. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC EXAM QUIZ 19.10.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 18.10.2024
