General Awareness Quiz for Bank Mains Exams 2024-31st January

Q1. India has recently agreed to collaborate with which country on joint funding for scientific research projects in various fields such as health, decarbonized hydrogen, marine sciences, and applied mathematics?

(a) Germany
(b) Japan
(c) France
(d) Australia
(e) Canada

Q2. Which country was highlighted as the theme country at the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair, inaugurated by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee on January 18?

(a) United States
(b) United Kingdom
(c) France
(d) Germany
(e) Japan

Q3. Who has been appointed as the Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)?

(a) Rajesh Ranjan
(b) Daljit Singh Chaudhary
(c) Kumar Rajesh Chandra
(d) Surjeet Singh Deswal
(e) Anand Kumar

Q4. Who is to be honored with the prestigious ‘Assam Baibhav’ award, the highest civilian award in Assam?

(a) Sarbananda Sonowal
(b) Tarun Gogoi
(c) Ranjan Gogoi
(d) Himanta Biswa Sarma
(e) Mamoni Raisom Goswami

Q5. According to the statistics maintained by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) for the year 2023, the National Stock Exchange of India (NSE) achieved a significant global ranking in the equity segment based on the number of trades. What was NSE’s rank in this category?

(a) 1^st
(b) 2^nd
(c) 3^rd
(d) 4^th
(e) 5^th

Q6. The 2024 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup is being hosted by which country, where the tournament is taking place from 19 January to 11 February 2024?

(a) South Africa
(b) Australia
(c) India
(d) England
(e) Sri Lanka

Q7. The Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, G. Kishan Reddy, recently inaugurated five new galleries at the renowned Salar Jung Museum. In which city is this museum located?

(a) Mumbai
(b) New Delhi
(c) Bengaluru
(d) Hyderabad
(e) Kolkata

Q8. Which of the following states does not celebrate its statehood day on January 21st, 2024?

(a) Tripura
(b) Manipur
(c) Meghalaya
(d) b & c
(e) All a, b & c

Q9. What is the name of the strategic initiative launched by the Indian Army to curb the influence of Pakistani proxy terrorist groups in Jammu and Kashmir due to escalating terrorist activities?

(a) Operation Vijay
(b) Operation Sarvashakti
(c) Operation Meghdoot
(d) Operation Blue Star
(e) Operation Parakram

Q10. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DCB Bank, with the approval of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

(a) Uday Kotak
(b) Chanda Kochhar
(c) Shikha Sharma
(d) Praveen Achuthan Kutty
(e) Aditya Puri

Solutions

S1. Ans. (c)
Sol. India and France have decided to work together in funding scientific research projects. This collaboration covers key areas like health, decarbonized hydrogen, marine sciences, and applied mathematics, reflecting the shared priorities and strong bilateral ties between the two nations.
This partnership is a significant step in fostering innovation and addressing global challenges through collaborative research and development.

S2. Ans. (b)
Sol. The United Kingdom (UK) was the theme country for the 47th International Kolkata Book Fair, inaugurated by Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee.
Despite the challenges posed by a drizzle during last-minute preparations, the event, held from January 18 to January 31, celebrated the UK, showcasing its culture and literature.

S3. Ans. (b)
Sol. Daljit Singh Chaudhary has been appointed as the Director General of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB). The SSB is one of India’s Central Armed Police Forces, which is primarily responsible for guarding the country’s borders with Nepal and Bhutan.
This appointment marks a significant leadership change in the organization, entrusting Daljit Singh Chaudhary with the responsibility of overseeing and enhancing the operational capabilities of the SSB.

S4. Ans. (c)
Sol. Ranjan Gogoi is set to be honored with the ‘Assam Baibhav’ award, which is the highest civilian honor in the state of Assam.
This award recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to various fields such as art, literature, science, and public service, contributing to the development and welfare of Assam and its people.
Ranjan Gogoi’s receipt of this award highlights his notable achievements and contributions to society.

S5. Ans. (c)
Sol. The National Stock Exchange of India Ltd (NSE) ranked 3rd in the world in the equity segment based on the number of trades (electronic order book) in 2023, as per the statistics released by the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) in January 2024.

S6. Ans. (a)
Sol. The 2024 ICC Under-19 Men’s Cricket World Cup is being hosted by South Africa.
The tournament, which began on 19 January and will conclude on 11 February 2024, features teams from various nations competing in this prestigious cricket event. Initially, Sri Lanka was supposed to host the tournament, but it was later shifted to South Africa.

S7. Ans. (d)
Sol. The Salar Jung Museum, famous for its vast and unique collection of art, antiques, and historical artifacts, is located in Hyderabad.
Union Minister G. Kishan Reddy inaugurated five new galleries at this museum, enhancing its appeal and cultural significance.

S8. Ans. (e)
Sol. January 21st, 2024, marks the 52^nd anniversary of statehood for Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya.
On January 21, 1972, the states of Tripura, Manipur, and Meghalaya became full-fledged states under the North Eastern Region (Re-organisation) Act, of 1971.

S9. Ans. (b)
Sol. Operation Sarvashakti is the strategic initiative launched by the Indian Army in response to the escalating terrorist activities in Jammu and Kashmir. This operation is aimed at curbing the influence of Pakistani proxy terrorist groups in the region.

S10. Ans. (d)
Sol. Praveen Achuthan Kutty has been approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to take over as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DCB Bank. This appointment marks a significant leadership change in the bank’s management.