General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2024-11th March

Q1. The ‘Investor Information and Analytics Platform,’ which was launched (In February 2024) by Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, and Jal Shakti, Rajeev Chandrasekhar, was developed by which institution?
(a) Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bangalore
(b) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
(c) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bombay
(d) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras
(e) National Institute of Technology (NIT), Trichy

Q2. In February 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone for the first railway station in Rangpo. Rangpo is located in which state of India?
(a) Manipur
(b) Nagaland
(c) Sikkim
(d) Meghalaya
(e) Arunachal Pradesh

Q3. Who has been appointed (In February 2024) as the director (Operations) of National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) Limited?
(a) Gurdeep Singh
(b) Anil Kumar Chaudhary
(c) S. N. Subrahmanyan
(d) Ravindra Kumar
(e) Rajesh Kumar Srivastava

Q4. The Sudarshan Setu, India’s longest cable-stayed bridge connecting Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka island in Gujarat, was inaugurated by the Prime Minister. Approximately, how much did the construction of the bridge cost?
(a) Rs. 500 crores
(b) Rs. 750 crores
(c) Rs. 800 crores
(d) Rs. 980 crores
(e) Rs. 1,500 crores

Q5. On 20th February 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) and inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, and laid the foundation stone of various projects during an event held at Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu. What was the total worth of these projects?
(a) Rs 12,000 crore
(b) Rs 22,000 crore
(c) Rs 32,000 crore
(d) Rs 42,000 crore
(e) Rs 52,000 crore

Q6. In February 2024, HDFC Bank received approval to sell its 90% stake in HDFC Credila Financial Services Ltd, a move expected to boost the private lender’s income in the fourth quarter. Who gave the approval for this transaction?
(a) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)
(b) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
(c) Ministry of Finance, Government of India
(d) Competition Commission of India (CCI)
(e) Ministry of Corporate Affairs

Q7. What is the theme for this year’s Financial Literacy Week (FLW), observed from February 26 – March 01, 2024, by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to propagate financial education messages to the public?
(a) “Financial Freedom: Your Path to Prosperity”
(b) “Understanding Money: Building a Secure Future”
(c) “Make a Right Start: Become Financially Smart”
(d) “Invest Wisely: Secure Your Future”
(e) “Saving for Tomorrow: The Key to Financial Success”

Q8. Who will be honoured (In February 2024) as the ‘Global Jain Peace Ambassador’ by External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar during an event in Karnataka?
(a) Acharya Vidya Sagar
(b) Acharya Lokesh Muni
(c) Acharya Mahapragya
(d) Acharya Mahashraman
(e) Acharya Nirmal Sagarji Maharaj

Q9. Which organization has unveiled (In February 2024) a significant merger deal with Viacom18 Media and The Walt Disney Company, aimed at forming a joint venture (JV) that will integrate the operations of Viacom18 and Star India?
(a) Tata Group
(b) Adani Enterprises
(c) Mahindra Group
(d) Bharti Airtel
(e) Reliance Industries

Q10. Dvara Money, a leading fintech company, announced (In February 2024) a strategic partnership with Jana Small Finance Bank Limited (Jana SFB). Where is the headquarters of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited (Jana SFB)?
(a) Mumbai, Maharashtra
(b) Bengaluru, Karnataka
(c) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
(d) New Delhi, Delhi
(e) Kolkata, West Bengal

Solutions

S1. Ans. (d)

Sol. The ‘Investor Information and Analytics Platform’ was developed by the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras.
This platform will act as a one-stop shop for startups to seamlessly access Venture Capitalists (VCs) and investor networks, Govt schemes and several other components of the startup landscape for all stakeholders.
This platform has been developed by the Researchers at the Centre for Research on Start-ups and Risk Financing (CREST) of IIT Madras.
An important feature of this unique platform is “StartupGPT” which is an AI-based conversational platform.

S2. Ans. (c)
Sol. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has laid the foundation stone for Sikkim’s first railway station at Rangpo.
The design of the Rangpo railway station will draw inspiration from the rich culture, heritage and architecture of Sikkim.
The station will be a part of the under-construction 45-km rail line from Sevoke near Siliguri in West Bengal to Rangpo in Sikkim. It will have 14 tunnels and 22 bridges.
The track on the Sevoke-Rangpo section of the Northeast Frontier Railway will have the capacity to handle 25 tons and trains can run at a maximum speed of 110 kmph.

S3. Ans. (d)
Sol. Ravindra Kumar has taken charge as the director (Operations) of National Thermal Power Corporation (NTPC) Limited.
This appointment is significant for NTPC, India’s largest power conglomerate, as it looks to enhance its operational efficiency and expand its energy portfolio across various sectors, including renewable energy.

S4. Ans. (d)
Sol. The Sudarshan Setu, which is India’s longest cable-stayed bridge and spans 2.32 km, was built at a cost of around Rs. 980 crores.
This significant infrastructure project, connecting Okha mainland and Beyt Dwarka island in Gujarat, aims to facilitate easier access to the sacred Dwarkadhish temple and was inaugurated in the presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel.

S5. Ans. (c)
Sol. During his visit to Jammu & Kashmir on 20th February 2024, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated, dedicated to the nation, and laid the foundation stone of projects worth Rs 32,000 crore.
The event, which showcased a significant investment in the region’s development, was held at Maulana Azad Stadium in Jammu.
This move is part of the government’s efforts to boost infrastructure, connectivity, and overall development in J&K.

S6. Ans. (b)
Sol. The approval for HDFC Bank to sell its 90% stake in the education loan company HDFC Credila Financial Services Ltd was given by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
This approval is a crucial step in the transaction process, allowing HDFC Bank to proceed with the sale and potentially boost its income in the fourth quarter.

S7. Ans. (c)
Sol. The theme for this year’s Financial Literacy Week (FLW), observed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) from February 26 – March 01, 2024, is “Make a Right Start: Become Financially Smart.”
This theme emphasizes the importance of starting one’s financial journey with the right knowledge and tools to become financially savvy and make informed decisions.

S8. Ans. (b)
Sol. External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar will honour Acharya Lokesh Muni, the founder of Ahimsa Vishwa Bharti and the World Peace Center, as the ‘Global Jain Peace Ambassador’ during an event in Karnataka.
This recognition is a testament to Acharya Lokesh Muni’s contributions to promoting peace, harmony, and the values of Jainism on a global scale.

S9. Ans. (e)
Sol. Reliance Industries (RIL) has unveiled a significant merger deal with Viacom18 Media and The Walt Disney Company, aimed at forming a joint venture (JV) that will integrate the operations of Viacom18 and Star India.
RIL commits to investing Rs 11,500 crore (approximately US$ 1.4 billion) into the JV to support its growth strategy.
This strategic move is designed to bolster RIL’s presence in the media and entertainment sector, creating a formidable entity in the broadcasting and digital content distribution landscape.

S10. Ans. (b)
Sol. The headquarters of Jana Small Finance Bank Limited (Jana SFB) is located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
Dvara Money, a leading fintech company, has announced a strategic partnership with Jana Small Finance Bank Limited (Jana SFB).
This collaboration aims to harness the technological capabilities of Jana SFB and the innovative Spark Money platform by Dvara Money to set new standards in digital banking services.