General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2023-12th September

Q1. Which Indian state to host inaugural Zayed Charity Marathon in 2024 for strengthening the cultural and economic ties between the two regions?
(a) Karnataka
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Delhi
(d) Kerala
(e) None of the above

Q2. With which country Naval Chiefs of India signed the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for White Shipping Information Exchange?
(a) Iran
(b) Sri Lanka
(c) Philippines
(d) Bangladesh
(e) None of the above

Q3. The fourth edition of the Premier Global Fintech Fest is organized with the theme, “Global Collaboration for a Responsible Financial Ecosystem, Inclusive, Resilient, Sustainable.” Where the fourth edition of the Premier Global Fintech Fest has been conducted recently?
(a) Bangalore
(b) Hyderabad
(c) Mumbai
(d) Noida
(e) None of the above

Q4. Who has won the Italian Grand Prix and set a new record for the most consecutive wins in Formula 1 history with a 10th straight win?
(a) Sergio Pérez
(b) Carlos Sainz
(c) George Russell
(d) Max Verstappen
(e) None of the above

Q5. Which bank has been granted authorization by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to serve as an authorized pension disbursement bank in association with the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO)?
(a) HDFC Bank
(b) Federal Bank
(c) Bandhan Bank
(d) Indian Bank
(e) None of the above

Q6. How much amount of trade is targeted to strengthen trade relations between India and the United States within the electronics sector by the next decade i.e. 2033?
(a) $50 Billion
(b) $500 Million
(c) $100 Billion
(d) $350 Million
(e) None of the above

Q7. Which bank has become the first public sector bank to facilitate effortless credit availability for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) via GST invoices?
(a) Indian Bank
(b) Punjab National Bank
(c) State Bank of India
(d) Union Bank of India
(e) None of the above

Q8. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for one more lunar mission called LUPEX, or Lunar Polar Exploration, which is slated for 2024-25. ISRO will collaborate with which of the following space agencies for the LUPEX mission?
(a) NASA
(b) ESA
(c) JAXA
(d) CNSA
(e) None of the above

Q9. Which state government has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the renowned German professional football league ‘Bundesliga’ to elevate the status of football in the state?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) West Bengal
(c) Goa
(d) Kerala
(e) None of the above

Q10. Who has inaugurated a 12-foot statue of Mahatma Gandhi and a ‘Gandhi Vatika’ near Rajghat with coincides of India’s celebration of 75 years of independence and its tenure as the G20 presidency?
(a) Amit Shah
(b) Droupadi Murmu
(c) Rajnath Singh
(d) Narendra Modi
(e) None of the above

Solutions

S1. Ans (d)
Sol. The Higher Organizing Committee of the Zayed Charity Marathon has announced a groundbreaking development for India – the inaugural edition of the renowned marathon is set to take place in the vibrant state of Kerala in 2024.
This event marks a significant collaboration between Kerala State authorities and the Indian community residing in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), strengthening the cultural and economic ties between the two regions.
S2. Ans (c)
Sol. The Chief of the Naval Staff and Commandant of Philippine Coast Guard signed the Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for exchange of White Shipping Information on 23 August 2023.
The signing of the SOP between Philippine Coast Guard and Indian Navy would facilitate the operationalization of information exchange on merchant shipping traffic, which will contribute to enhanced maritime safety and security in the region.

S3. Ans (c)
Sol. GFF 2023 is the fourth edition of the Premier Global Fintech Fest. The conference has been conducted for 3 days from September 5 to 7 2023 at the Jio World Centre in Mumbai.
The event is being organized through the collaborative efforts of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Payments Council of India (PCI), and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC). GFF serves as a unified forum for leaders in fintech to evolve partnerships and craft a roadmap for the future of the industry.
S4. Ans (d)
Sol. Max Verstappen has won the Italian Grand Prix and sets a new record for the most consecutive wins in Formula 1 history with 10.
S5. Ans(c)
Sol. In a significant development, Bandhan Bank has been granted authorization by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to serve as an authorized pension disbursement bank.
This authorization is in association with the Central Pension Accounting Office (CPAO), a part of the Ministry of Finance. The bank is set to collaborate closely with the CPAO to initiate and streamline the process of disbursing civil pensions.

S6. Ans(c)
Sol. In a remarkable endeavor to strengthen trade relations between India and the United States within the electronics sector, the Indian Cellular & Electronics Association (ICEA) has established a dedicated task force to elevate the current Indo-US electronics trade, currently at $8 billion, to an ambitious $100 billion within the next decade.
ICEA Chairman Pankaj Mohindroo has emphasized that achieving this monumental goal would significantly bolster India’s aspirations to become a global hub for innovation and manufacturing in the electronics sector.
S7. Ans(b)
Sol. Punjab National Bank (PNB) has become the first public sector bank to facilitate effortless credit availability for Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) via GST invoices.
The bank has unveiled a dedicated mobile application for the GST Sahay scheme. This innovative digital solution facilitates comprehensive lending procedures based on GST invoices, ensuring a seamless end-to-end process.
S8. Ans(c)
Sol. Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is preparing for one more lunar mission, this one in collaboration with Japanese space agency, The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA).
This mission, called LUPEX, or Lunar Polar Exploration, is slated for 2024-25. As its name suggests, LUPEX will explore the polar regions of the Moon, this time venturing into the permanently shaded regions.
LUPEX is also planned to investigate the abundance of water in the polar regions, and explore the possibilities of locating a long-term station in these areas.
S9. Ans(a)
Sol. Maharashtra government has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the renowned German professional football league, Bundesliga to elevate the status of football in the state.
The partnership between the Maharashtra government and the Bundesliga holds the promise of forging a stronger connection between football enthusiasts and the sport itself. By tapping into the Bundesliga’s experience and knowledge, Maharashtra is poised to chart a new trajectory in sports development.

S10. Ans(b)
Sol. President Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate a 12-foot statue of Mahatma Gandhi and a ‘Gandhi Vatika’ near Rajghat on September 4.
This initiative, organized by the Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, carries immense significance as it coincides with India’s celebration of 75 years of independence and its tenure as the G20 presidency.