General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2023-16th October

Q1. Who became the first Indian woman to win a javelin gold in Asian Games history with a 69.92m throw at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou?
(a) Smita Naik
(b) Deepa Malik
(c) Annu Rani
(d) Gurmeet Karu
(e) None of the above

Q2. The theme for World Cotton Day 2023, ‘Making cotton fair and sustainable for all, from farm to fashion,’ is championed by the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO). On which day World Cotton Day is observed?
(a) 5th October
(b) 7th October
(c) 4th October
(d) 8th October
(e) None of the above

Q3. Under the umbrella of the Vishwakarma Yojana, a dedicated allocation of Rs 13,000 crore has been earmarked to empower artisans across the country. Under the scheme how much amount of subsidized loan is offered to craftsmen?
(a) Rs. 2 lakh
(b) Rs. 5 lakh
(c) Rs. 10 lakh
(d) Rs. 1 lakh
(e) None of the above

Q4. The Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan -2023 has been conducted by the Central Pollution Control Board. Which Indian city has clinched the top spot in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan -2023 in the category of cities with a population exceeding 10 lakhs?
(a) Hyderabad
(b) Indore
(c) Agra
(d) Panaji
(e) None of the above

Q5. With which country Naval Chiefs of India signed Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for White Shipping Information Exchange?
(a) Iran
(b) Sri Lanka
(c) Philippines
(d) Bangladesh
(e) None of the above

Q6. Which of the following bank has introduced ‘Infinity Savings Account’ with zero domestic transaction fees to cater to the needs of digitally savvy customers who are avid users of subscription-based services?
(a) Bandhan Bank
(b) IDFC First Bank
(c) Axis Bank
(d) Bank of Baroda
(e) None of the above

Q7. Where the 54th edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI) is scheduled to take place from November 20 to 28?
(a) Maharashtra
(b) Delhi
(c) Himachal Pradesh
(d) Goa
(e) None of the above

Q8.Who has been honored as a Laureus Ambassador for pledging his support to the Laureus Sport for Good initiative?
(a) Neeraj Chopra
(b) Sachin Tendulkar
(c) Bajrang Punia
(d) Rohit Sharma
(e) None of the above

Q9. In which Indian state the Union Road Transport & Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari recently announced the approval of seven bridge projects as part of the Setu Bandhan scheme?
(a) Arunachal Pradesh
(b) Maharashtra
(c) Kerala
(d) Chhattisgarh
(e) None of the above

Q10. The theme of UN International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2023 is “Fighting inequality for a resilient future.” On which day International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction was observed?
(a) 1st July
(b) 13th October
(c) 24th August
(d) 30th September
(e) None of the above

Solutions

S1. Ans (c)
Sol. India’s Annu Rani won the gold medal in the women’s javelin throw with a 69.92m throw at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou. She became the first Indian woman to win a javelin gold in Asian Games history.
Rani started with a 56.99m throw in her first attempt and followed it with a 60+ in the next one. Her 61.28m throw in the second attempt put her in the medal contention but her 62.92m throw in the fourth attempt turned out to be sufficient for gold.
S2. Ans (b)
Sol. World Cotton Day, observed on October 7 each year, emphasizes cotton’s importance in generating jobs and supporting economies, especially in less developed countries.
The day’s celebrations promote fair trade and help developing nations engage in all aspects of the cotton industry to improve their economies. The first World Cotton Day was proposed on October 7, 2019, and was officially approved by the WTO.

S3. Ans (a)
Sol. The scheme offers subsidized loans of up to Rs 2 lakh to craftsmen, aiming to alleviate financial constraints that might impede their artistic pursuits.
Artisans will receive a stipend of Rs 500, enabling them to pursue skill enhancement without financial worries.

S4. Ans (b)
Sol. The city of Indore has clinched the top spot in the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan -2023 conducted by the Central Pollution Control Board, in the category of cities with a population exceeding 10 lakhs.
Indore’s remarkable performance was underpinned by its impressive score of 187 out of 200, a testament to its robust and comprehensive measures for environmental preservation.
S5. Ans(c)
Sol. 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.

S6. Ans(c)
Sol. Axis Bank, a prominent player in India’s private banking sector, has taken a groundbreaking step by launching the ‘Infinity Savings Account.’ This innovative savings account variant is designed to cater to the needs of digitally savvy customers who are avid users of subscription-based services.
S7. Ans(d)
Sol. The 54th edition of International Film Festival of India (IFFI), known for its celebration of cinema from around the world, is scheduled to take place from November 20 to 28 in the beautiful coastal state of Goa.
India has been the host of 53 International Film Festivals of India (IFFI) since 1952, which have included both competitive and non-competitive segments. Starting in 1975, the festival became an annual event.
S8. Ans(a)
Sol. Asian Games gold medalist and reigning Olympic and World Champion in men’s javelin, Neeraj Chopra, has been honored as a Laureus Ambassador, pledging his support to the Laureus Sport for Good initiative.
S9. Ans(a)
Sol. The Union Road Transport & Highways Minister, Nitin Gadkari, recently announced the approval of seven bridge projects in Arunachal Pradesh. These projects, with a cumulative cost of Rs 118.5 crore, are part of the Setu Bandhan scheme.
S10. Ans(b)
Sol. The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction, observed annually on the 13th of October, brings global attention to the critical issues of disasters and inequality.
The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction was started in 1989, after a call by the United Nations General Assembly for a day to promote a global culture of risk-awareness and disaster reduction.