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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • December 26, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
In which country will India acquire five lithium blocks for exploration and development, as per the recent agreement?
Chile
Argentina
Brazil
Bolivia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India is on the brink of finalizing an agreement with Argentina's CAMYEN, securing exploration and development rights for five lithium blocks, marking its second international foray into critical minerals after a partnership with Australia in 2022.

2.
In which Indian state did the RBI fine four cooperative banks, including Progressive Mercantile and Kutch Mercantile?
Gujarat
Maharashtra
Rajasthan
Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India imposed fines on four cooperative banks in Gujarat, namely Progressive Mercantile, Kutch Mercantile, Shree Morbi Nagarik, and Bhabhar Vibhag, for regulatory non-compliance.

3.
Where was the SAANS Campaign 2023-24 for pneumonia prevention inaugurated?
Kohima
Agartala
Aizawl
Imphal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Social Awareness and Actions to Neutralize Pneumonia Successfully (SAANS) Campaign 2023-24 for childhood pneumonia prevention was inaugurated in Imphal, Manipur, by the Health and Family Welfare Minister, Dr. Sapam Ranjan Singh.

4.
Who has released the book 'Breaking the Mould: Reimagining India’s Economic Future' in collaboration with economist Rohit Lamba?
Amartya Sen
Shaktikanta Das
Urjit Patel
Raghuram Rajan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Former Reserve Bank of India (RBI) governor, Raghuram Rajan, in collaboration with economist Rohit Lamba, has released the book 'Breaking the Mould: Reimagining India’s Economic Future,' exploring the Potential and Challenges of India’s economic trajectory.

5.
Where will the Khelo India Youth Games 2023 be held?
Maharashtra
Karnataka
Tamil Nadu
Telangana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Khelo India Youth Games 2023 is set to be held in Tamil Nadu, with the event commencing on January 19, 2024. The Games will take place across four cities: Chennai, Madurai, Trichy, and Coimbatore, providing a crucial platform for nurturing the nation’s young sports talent.

6.
Against which team did India Women achieve a historic maiden Test victory in cricket?
England
South Africa
Australia
New Zealand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India Women achieved a historic maiden Test victory against Australia in a one-off Test match in Mumbai, concluding their first 'home season' of Test cricket in 28 years. The win marked a significant achievement for the Indian team in a season characterized by exemplary performances.

7.
In which Indian state is the country's first AI city, a hub for artificial intelligence, set to be established?
Maharashtra
Telangana
Tamil Nadu
Uttar Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh, India’s largest state, is set to establish the country’s first AI city in Lucknow, aiming to create a thriving hub for artificial intelligence and foster innovation through cutting-edge technology, research centres, and educational institutions.

8.
Under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), how much free treatment per annum per family do Ayushman cards offer?
Up to Rs 2 lakh
Up to Rs 5 lakh
Up to Rs 8 lakh
Up to Rs 10 lakh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ayushman cards issued under the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) offer free treatment of up to Rs 5 lakh per annum per family at impanelled hospitals nationwide, as celebrated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during the Viksit Bharat Sankalp Yatra.

9.
Which country recently announced its departure from OPEC?
Angola
Ecuador
Algeria
Nigeria
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Angola, a significant oil-producing nation, has decided to exit the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC), following the footsteps of Ecuador in 2020 and Qatar in 2019, reflecting a trend of nations with relatively small oil output distancing themselves from the influential oil-exporting organization.

10.
What has the United Nations declared 2024 as a recognition of?
Camelids
Canines
Felines
Equines
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Nations has declared 2024 as the International Year of Camelids, recognizing the crucial role of camelids, including alpacas, Bactrian camels, dromedaries, guanacos, llamas, and vicuñas, in promoting food security, nutrition, and economic growth worldwide.

11.
Who has received approval from SEBI to be appointed as the Chairman of the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)?
Sundararaman Ramamurthy
Ramesh Kapoor
Pramod Agrawal
Sanjeev Mehta
Answer: Option
Explanation:
SEBI has approved Pramod Agrawal, former Chief of Coal India, to assume the role of Chairman at the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE), effective from January 17, 2024.

12.
Who has been appointed as the interim Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Slice-backed North East Small Finance Bank (NESFB)?
Rajesh Gupta
Satish Kumar Kalra
Neha Sharma
Anil Verma
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Satish Kumar Kalra has been appointed as the interim MD and CEO of Slice-backed North East Small Finance Bank, indicating a noteworthy leadership change in the fintech-driven small finance bank.

13.
On which date is Veer Bal Diwas observed?
December 22
December 26
December 20
December 24
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Veer Bal Diwas is observed on 26th December, commemorating the martyrdom of Sahibzadas Baba Zorawar Singh Ji and Baba Fateh Singh Ji, as announced by the Hon. Prime Minister on 9th January 2022.

14.
India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are set to negotiate a modernization of their trade agreement in February. By what year does the initiative aim to revamp the ASEAN India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITGA)?
2025
2024
2030
2028
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) are set to initiate negotiations in February to modernize their current free trade agreement (FTA) and address the existing trade deficit, which currently amounts to $43.57 billion. The objective of this effort is to overhaul the ASEAN India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITGA) by 2025.