Staying updated with current affairs is crucial for cracking competitive exams like SSC, UPSC, Banking, and Railway.To help you study for your exam, we've put together a list of important things that happened in February 2024.
We've divided them into different categories like Sports, Science, Awards, and Government Schemes. This will make it easier for you to focus on the topics that are most important for your exam. Current affairs is a very important section in exams, and by studying these topics, you can score high marks.
Why Current Affairs Matter
Competitive exams in India, such as SSC (Staff Selection Commission), Railway Recruitment, UPSC (Union Public Service Commission), and Banking exams, evaluate a candidate’s general knowledge and awareness of current events. These exams often include sections specifically dedicated to GK and current affairs, making it crucial for aspirants to stay informed.
Current Affairs Weightage for Competitive Exams
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Exam
Weightage
Importance
SSC Exams
10-15%
General Awareness section heavily rely on current affairs.
Railway Exams
10%
Critical for the General Awareness section.
UPSC Exams
Integrated across Prelims and Mains
Essential for General Studies Papers (GS I-IV) and the interview stage.
Banking Exams
15-20%
Vital for banking-specific current events, geo-politics and economic knowledge.
Commonly Asked Current Affairs Topics
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Category
Details
Government Schemes
Recent schemes, policy changes, and their societal impact.
Sports
Achievements in national and international sports, major tournaments, and Indian athletes’ performances.
Science and Technology
Innovations, space missions, and key technological advancements.
Awards and Honors
National and international awards, recipients, and their contributions.
Art and Culture
Festivals, cultural events, and contributions of eminent personalities.
Defense
Military exercises, defense policies, and advancements in defense technology.
Banking and Finance
Economic reforms, banking sector updates, and government financial policies.
Important Days and Dates
National and international observances, their themes, and historical significance.
Test Your Knowledge: February 2024 Current Affairs
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Awards and Honors
Q1: How many individuals were awarded the Bharat Ratna in 2024?
A. 5
B. 6
C. 7
D. 8
Five individuals were honored with the Bharat Ratna in 2024, India's highest civilian award. The recipients include:
Karpoori Thakur, former Chief Minister of Bihar
L.K. Advani, former Deputy Prime Minister of India and BJP co-founder
M.S. Swaminathan, renowned agricultural scientist and 'Father of the Green Revolution'
P.V. Narasimha Rao, former Prime Minister of India
Chaudhary Charan Singh, former Prime Minister of India
Established in 1954, the Bharat Ratna was first awarded to C. Rajagopalachari, Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, and C.V. Raman.
Q2: Who were the recipients of the 58th Jnanpith Award in 2023?
A. Jagadguru Rambhadracharya
B. Gulzar
C. Namita Gokhle
D. Both A & B
The 58th Jnanpith Award (2023) was jointly awarded to Jagadguru Rambhadracharya, a prominent Sanskrit scholar, and Gulzar, a renowned Urdu poet and lyricist.
Established in 1965, the Jnanpith Award is India's highest literary honor, carrying a cash prize of ₹11 Lakhs. G. Sankara Kurup was the inaugural recipient.
Q3: Who won the Best Actor award at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024?
A. Allu Arjun
B. Shahrukh Khan
C. Ranbir Kapoor
D. Akshay Kumar
Shah Rukh Khan was awarded the Best Actor for his performance in the movie "Jawan" at the Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival Awards 2024.
Other notable winners include:
Best Actress: Rani Mukerji ("Mrs Chatterjee vs Norway")
Best Film: "Jawan"
Best Director: Sandeep Reddy Vanga ("Animal")
Q4: Which university secured the highest number of medals at the Khelo India University Games 2024?
A. Jain University
B. Punjab University
C. Chandigarh University
D. None
Chandigarh University emerged as the top performer at the 4th Khelo India University Games 2024, held in Guwahati, clinching a total of 81 medals (32 gold, 28 silver, and 21 bronze).
Q5: Which film won the Best Film award at the BAFTA Awards 2024?
A. RRR
B. Oppenheimer
C. The Fabelmans
D. None
"Oppenheimer" secured the Best Film award at the 77th British Academy Film Awards (BAFTA Awards) in 2024.
Other notable winners include:
Best Actor: Cillian Murphy ("Oppenheimer")
Best Actress: Emma Stone ("Poor Things")
Best Director: Christopher Nolan ("Oppenheimer")
Q6: Which song won the "Album of the Year" award at the Grammy Awards 2024?
A. We Are
B. Kiss Me More
C. Midnights
D. Sour
Taylor Swift's album "Midnights" clinched the Album of the Year award at the 66th Annual Grammy Awards.
Other notable winners include:
Record of the Year: Miley Cyrus's "Flowers"
Song of the Year: "What Was I Made For"
Best Global Music Album: Shankar Mahadevan and Zakir Hussain's Shakti Band
Pt. Ravi Shankar was the first Indian Grammy Award winner in 1968, followed by Tanvi Shah as the first Indian woman recipient.
Q7: Who inaugurated the 9th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Anurag Thakur
C. Nirmala Sitharaman
D. Rajnath Singh
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the 9th edition of the Raisina Dialogue in New Delhi.
Kyriakos Mitsotakis, the Prime Minister of Greece, was the Chief Guest.
The Raisina Dialogue, an annual conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, is organized by the Ministry of External Affairs and the Observer Research Foundation. The 2024 theme was "Chaturanga: Conflict, Contest, Cooperate, Create".
Q8: Who won prestigious Underwater Photographer of the Year 2024 Award?
A. Alex Dawson
B. Steve McCurry
C. Raghu Rai
D. None Of These
Alex Dawson, a Swedish photographer, won the 2024 Underwater Photographer of the Year award for his image Whale Bones
Q9: Who has been honoured with the Lakshminarayana International Award?
A. Pyarelal Sharma
B. Laxmikant
C. Sonu Nigam
D. Kumar Sanu
Pyarelal Sharma, one half of the legendary music composer duo Laxmikant-Pyarelal, was honored with the Lakshminarayana International Award.
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Science and Technology
Q1: What is the name of the world's first wooden satellite?
A. WooduSat
B. AstraSat
C. LignoSat
D. ArihantSat
LignoSat Probe is the world's first wooden satellite, set to be launched by NASA and JAXA.
Q2: Which space agency launched the INSAT-3DS satellite?
A. ISRO
B. NASA
C. JAXA
D. ESA
ISRO successfully launched the INSAT-3DS, a weather satellite, using the GSLV Mk II – F14 rocket from Sriharikota, Andhra Pradesh.
Q3: India's first indigenous spy satellite has been developed by whom?
A. ISRO
B. TASL
C. HAL
D. SpaceX
Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) developed India's first indigenous spy satellite, which will be launched on a SpaceX rocket.
Q4: Google Rebranded Its Chatbot, Bard, As _______?
A. Gemini
B. BoreAI
C. Goggle.Ai
D. Lexi
Gemini supports interaction via text, speech, and images, enhancing its versatility and usability. Google’s commitment to developing a comprehensive AI assistant is evident in Gemini’s multi-modal capabilities.
Q5: Which institute launched ‘iOncology.ai.’ Platform ?
A. IIT Madras
B. AMU
C. AIIMS Delhi
D. IIT Kanpur
The All India Institute of Medical Sciences in collaboration with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (CDAC), Pune, has developed an AI prototype platform, iOncology.ai, for assisting doctors in early detection of breast and ovarian cancer.
Q6: Which institution launched North India’s first Human DNA Bank?
A. ISRO
B. BHU
C. DRDO
D. RBI
Banaras Hindu University (BHU) launched North India’s first Human DNA Bank as part of the Make in India initiative. DNA will be extracted from blood and saliva using an Automated DNA Extractor Machine.
Q7: Which institution launched India’s largest drone pilot training institute?
A. IIT Madras
B. IISc Benguluru
C. IIT Kanpur
D. IIT Guwahati
The goal is to promote the advancement of drone technology.
Q8: Which state leads in EV Infrastructure Development?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Kerala
C. Bihar
D. Karnataka
Karnataka currently leads in EV infrastructure development in India with over 5,000 public charging stations.
Q9: Recently Which Country Won ‘9th GovTech Prize for AI-Powered Road Safety Initiative’?
A. Kenya
B. India
C. Srilanka
D. UAE
India won the 9th GovTech Prize for its AI-powered road safety initiative, iRASTE (Intelligent Solutions for Road Safety through Technology and Engineering), at the World Government Summit 2024.
Q10: Which Space Agency launched PACE Mission to Study Oceans and Atmosphere?
A. ISRO
B. NASA
C. ESA
D. JAXA
NASA launched the PACE (Plankton, Aerosol, Cloud, ocean Ecosystem) mission to study Earth's oceans and atmosphere.
Q11: Which IIT Developed India’s first indigenously designed 155 mm smart ammunition?
A. IIT Madras
B. IIT DELHI
C. IIT kanpur
D. IIT Mumbai
Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is partnering with Munitions India Limited, a Defence Public Sector Enterprise, to develop India's first indigenously-designed 155 Smart Ammunition. This initiative will help achieve indigenization in a critical defence sector.
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Government Schemes and Policies
Q1: When was the Electoral Bonds Scheme introduced?
A. 2012
B. 2018
C. 2019
D. 2023
The Electoral Bonds Scheme was introduced in 2018, although it was initially announced in the 2017 budget.
The Supreme Court of India declared the Electoral Bonds Scheme and related amendments to be unconstitutional, citing violations of the right to information and freedom of speech and expression.
The Electoral Bonds Scheme allows for anonymous funding of political parties.
Q2: Who unveiled the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?
A. Rajnath Singh
B. PM Modi
C. Hardeep S Puri
D. Smriti Irani
Prime Minister Narendra Modi unveiled the PM-Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana, a scheme aimed at installing rooftop solar panels. With a total outlay of Rs. 75,021 crore, the scheme offers free electricity up to 300 units per month to one crore households.
Q3: Which state became the first to implement a Uniform Civil Code?
A. Gujarat
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Uttarakhand
D. Bihar
Uttarakhand became the first Indian state to implement a Uniform Civil Code (UCC) since independence. The UCC provides a common legal framework for matters like marriage, divorce, and property inheritance, with exemptions for Scheduled Tribes.
Prior to independence, Goa was the first region to implement a UCC under Portuguese rule.
Article 44 of the Indian Constitution's Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSP) mandates the implementation of a UCC.
Q4: Which is the first Northeastern state to achieve 100% Har Ghar Jal status?
A. Assam
B. Tripura
C. Arunachal Pradesh
D. Sikkim
Arunachal Pradesh became the latest state or union territory to achieve 100% coverage under the Jal Jeevan Mission, ensuring access to safe and reliable drinking water for all rural households.
Launched on August 15, 2019, by the Ministry of Jal Shakti, the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) aims to provide safe drinking water to every rural household in India by 2024.
Other states and union territories with 100% coverage include Goa, Telangana, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Puducherry, Daman and Diu, Haryana, Gujarat, Punjab, and Himachal Pradesh.
Q5: Which institution launched ‘GROW Initiative to Transform India’s Wastelands?
A. NITI Aayog
B. RBI
C. NABARD
D. FAO
NITI Aayog launched the Greening and Restoration of Wasteland with Agroforestry (GROW) Initiative to transform wastelands into agroforestry lands.
The goal is to restore 26 million hectares of degraded land by 2030.
Q6: Which State Govt Launched ‘Kalaignar Sports Kit’ scheme?
A. Gujarat
B. Punjab
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Goa
The Tamil Nadu government launched the Kalaignar Sports Kit scheme. The goal of the scheme is to distribute sports equipment in 12,000 village panchayats in the state.
Q7: Recently Who has launched ‘Rashtriya Udyamita Vikas Pariyojana’ ?
A. PM Modi
B. Dharmendra Pradhan
C. Amit Shah
D. Jitendra Singh
Dharmendra Pradhan, the Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, launched the Rashtriya Udyamita Vikas Pariyojana in Sambalpur, Odisha.
The scheme aims to empower beneficiaries of the PM Svanidhi Yojana and is part of the Skill India Mission.
Q8: The Indian government has approved a ₹______ crore For Women Safety Scheme ?
A. 1,179.72 Cr
B. 12099 Cr
C. 109900 Cr
D. 12,0000 Cr
The scheme will continue until 2025-26 and was approved by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
Q9: Which state announced ‘bag less school’ initiative for Class 1 to 12 ?
A. Tripura
B. Madhya Pradesh
C. Gujarat
D. Assam
The bag-free school initiative will be implemented once a week for students in grades 1-12. The goal is to reduce stress and improve mental health.
Q10: 1st Ever Skill India Centre Inaugurated in Which State?
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. Goa
D. Uttrakhand
The first-ever Skill India Centre was inaugurated by Dharmendra Pradhan, the Minister of Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, in Sambalpur, Odisha.
Q11: Which State Govt Launched ‘Himalayan Basket’ to Empowering Local Economy Through Agriculture?
A. Tripura
B. Uttrakhand
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Sikkim
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami launched the Himalayan Basket scheme to empower the local economy through agriculture.
Q12: Who has been named as the state icon of Punjab under the voter awareness campaign?
A. Sachin Tendulkar
B. Salman Khan
C. Subhman Gill
D. Sonu Sood
As a state icon, Shubman Gill will be actively involved in various voter awareness campaigns.
Q13: Which State Govt Launched ‘Swayam’ Scheme For Youth Empowerment?
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. UP
D. Gujarat
The Odisha government recently launched the "Swayam" scheme to provide interest-free loans to the state's youth.
Q14: Which State Launched ‘Van Mitra’ Scheme to Boost Green Cover?
A. Haryana
B. Bihar
C. UP
D. Jharkhand
The Van Mitra scheme was launched by the Haryana government to encourage afforestation and environmental conservation.
Q15: Which State Introduced ‘Mukhyamantri Vishwakarma Pension Yojana?
A. Gujarat
B. Haryana
C. Rajasthan
D. Bihar
The Rajasthan government introduced the Mukhyamantri Vishwakarma Pension Yojana, offering a monthly pension of Rs. 2,000 to eligible workers aged 60 or above.
The initiative aims to support laborers and street vendors, ensuring their welfare by helping them meet daily needs independently. This special scheme underscores the government's commitment to improving the livelihoods of vulnerable sections in Rajasthan.
Q16: Who launched ‘APAAR: One Nation One Student ID Card’?
A. PM Modi
B. Dharmendra Pradhan
C. Smriti Irani
D. None
Dharmendra Pradhan, Union Minister of Education, Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship, inaugurated the National Conference on APAAR: One Nation One Student ID Card in New Delhi.
Q17: EPFO has fixed an ______ percent interest rate on employees’ provident fund for 2023-24?
A. 8.25
B. 7.55
C. 6.00
D. 8.98
The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) has fixed an interest rate of 8.25% for the financial year 2023-24
Q18: Which state govt introduced ‘Chief Minister Vayoshree Yojana’?
A. UP
B. Tripura
C. Maharashtra
D. Goa
The Goa government introduced the Chief Minister Vayoshree Yojana to provide financial assistance to senior citizens with disabilities.
Q19: Which State Govt Launched ‘Ungalai Thedi, Ungal Ooril’ scheme?
A. Gujarat
B. Kerala
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Tripura
The Tamil Nadu government launched the 'Ungalai Thedi, Ungal Ooril' scheme to improve public service delivery.
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Persons and Places
Q1: In which state is India's longest cable-stayed bridge, Sudarshan Setu, located?
A. Odisha
B. Goa
C. Gujarat
D. Tamil Nadu
Sudarshan Setu, a 2.32-kilometer-long bridge connecting Okha and Beyt Dwarka Island in Gujarat, is India's longest cable-stayed bridge. It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
Additionally, Anji Khad Bridge in Jammu and Kashmir is India's first cable-stayed rail bridge.
Q2: Who has been appointed as the Vigilance Commissioner of India?
A. A S Rajeev
B. Praveen Kumar Srivastava
C. Sushil Kumar
D. Anand Kapoor
Praveen Kumar Srivastava has been appointed as the Vigilance Commissioner of India, joining Arvinda Kumar and A S Rajeev as the current Vigilance Commissioners.
Established in 1964, the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC) is a statutory body tasked with addressing corruption within the Indian government. The CVC submits its reports to the President of India.
The Central Vigilance Commissioner is appointed by the President based on the recommendation of a committee comprising the Prime Minister, the Home Minister, and the Leader of the Opposition in the Lok Sabha. The term of office is four years.
Q3: Who became the new President of the International Court of Justice (ICJ)?
A. Nawaf Salam
B. Rajiv Ranjan
C. Abdullah Salim
D. None
Nawaf Salam from Lebanon has assumed the role of the new President of the ICJ.
Established in 1945, the ICJ is one of the six principal organs of the United Nations. It is headquartered in The Hague, Netherlands.
Q4: Which High Court did Justice Ritu Bahri become the first woman Chief Justice of?
A. Gujarat
B. Tripura
C. Uttarakhand
D. Uttar Pradesh
Justice Ritu Bahri became the first woman Chief Justice of the Tripura High Court.
Articles 214 to 231 (Part 6) of the Indian Constitution deal with High Courts, outlining their establishment, powers, and jurisdiction. Each state in India has a High Court, with the oldest being the Calcutta, Bombay, and Madras High Courts, established in 1862.
Q5: Where is the Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve located?
A. Gujarat
B. Kerala
C. Assam
D. Karnataka
Ankasamudra Bird Conservation Reserve, along with the Aghanashini Estuary and Magadi Kere Conservation Reserve, are three newly designated Ramsar Sites in Karnataka.
Q6: Where is the Longwood Shola Reserve Forest located?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Maharashtra
C. Gujarat
D. Uttarakhand
Longwood Shola Reserve Forest in the Nilgiris and Karaivetti Bird Sanctuary in Ariyalur are two newly designated Ramsar Sites in Tamil Nadu.
The Ramsar Convention, signed on February 2, 1971, in Ramsar, Iran, entered into force on December 21, 1975. India now boasts 80 Ramsar Sites, with Tamil Nadu leading with 16 and Uttar Pradesh following with 10.
Q7: Who became the Chief Minister of Jharkhand?
A. Bihar
B. Odisha
C. Jharkhand
D. Uttar Pradesh
Champai Soren, a member of the Jharkhand Mukti Morcha party, is the current Chief Minister of Jharkhand.
Jharkhand's capital is Ranchi. It has six Rajya Sabha seats and 14 Lok Sabha seats. C.P. Radhakrishnan serves as the Governor.
Article 163 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Council of Ministers, headed by the Chief Minister, and its advisory role to the Governor. Article 164 outlines the appointment of the Chief Minister and other ministers.
Q8: Who became the Prime Minister of Pakistan?
A. Pakistan
B. Iran
C. Bangladesh
D. Indonesia
Shehbaz Sharif assumed the role of Prime Minister of Pakistan.
Pakistan's capital is Islamabad, and Asif Ali Zardari serves as the President.
Q9: Gupteswar Forest Of which state became New Biodiversity Heritage Site?
A. Odisha
B. Bihar
C. UP
D. Maharashtra
Gupteswar forest situated in the Dhondrakhol reserve forest within the Jeypore forest of Koraput district has been declared as the fourth biodiversity heritage site (BHS) of Odisha.
Q10: Which City Has honored with the title of “Water Warrior” city?
A. New Delhi
B. Noida
C. Jaipur
D. Mumbai
The Department of Water Resources, River Development, and Ganga Rejuvenation, under the Union Water Ministry, has honored Noida with the title of Water Warrior city.
Q11: Which City is the world’s most congested City ?
A. London
B. New Delhi
C. Mumbai
D. Bangluru
In 2024, London tops the list of the world’s most congested cities, with an average travel time of 37 minutes and 20 seconds per 10 kilometers.
Q12: Who Has Been Appointment to the World Bank’s GEF (Global Environment Facility)?
A. Geeta Batra
B. Anant Kumar
C. Sarmila Singh
D. None
Indian economist Geeta Batra has been appointed to the World Bank's Global Environment Facility.
Q13: Manohar Joshi Was the former CM of which state ?
A. Maharashtra
B. UP
C. Gujarat
D. Uttrakhand
Manohar Joshi, the former Lok Sabha Speaker and Chief Minister of Maharashtra, recently passed away.
Q14: First Turtle Conservation Reserve Of UP Has Been Set Up In Which River ?
A. Sarju River
B. Ganga River
C. Saryu River
D. Hindon R
Uttar Pradesh's first Turtle Conservation Reserve was established in the Saryu River, a tributary of the Ghaghra River, in the Gonda district.
Q15: Who Has Been Honored with the President Award ‘Jeevan Raksha Padak’?
A. Shashikant Kumar
B. Anant Singh
C. Abhay Kumar
D. None
Constable Shashikant Kumar was awarded the President's Jeevan Raksha Padak in 2023 for his bravery.
Q16: Nand Kishore Yadav Elected as _______ Legislative Assembly Speaker?
A. Bihar
B. Gujarat
C. Goa
D. Kerala
Nand Kishore Yadav was elected as the Speaker of the Bihar Legislative Assembly.
Q17: Prabowo Subianto Will Be The Next President Of Which Country?
A. Indonesia
B. Srilanka
C. Malaysia
D. None
Prabowo Subianto was elected as the President of Indonesia.
Q18: Which City Hosted the first Digital India Future Skills Summit?
A. Pune
B. Hyderabad
C. Guwahati
D. Surat
The first-ever Digital India FutureSkills Summit was held in Guwahati, Assam on February 15, 2024.
Q19: Who Has Been Appointed as Chairman & Managing Director of (IRCTC)?
A. Jaya Verma
B. Sanjay Kumar Jain
C. Amit Sharma
D. None
Sanjay Kumar Jain is the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC). Also, Jaya Verma Sinha is the first female Chairperson of the Railway Board, not specifically the IRCTC.
Q20: Who became Brand Ambassador for Chennai Super Kings as for IPL 2024?
A. Katrina Kaif
B. Deepika Padukone
C. Kriti Sanon
D. None
Katrina Kaif is also the brand ambassador for Etihad Airways, a company that recently signed a sponsorship deal with the CSK.
Q21: Who has been appointed as the first transwoman Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) of Southern Railway?
A. Ankita Gupta
B. Sindhu Ganapathy
C. Sarita Devi
D. None
Sindhu Ganapathy is the first trans woman to be appointed as a Travelling Ticket Examiner (TTE) for Southern Railway
Q22: Alexander Stubb became President of which country?
A. Finland
B. Norway
C. Austria
D. Switzerland
Alexander Stubb is a Finnish politician who served as Prime Minister of Finland.
Q23: Tata Trust Launched India’s 1st Small Animal Hospital In Which City?
A. Pune
B. Agra
C. Mumbai
D. Chennai
Tata Trusts announces the launch of India's premier Small Animal Hospital in Mahalaxmi, Mumbai. Spanning 98,000 sq ft across five floors, it sets a new standard in pet healthcare.
Q24: Oljas Bektenov Became Prime Minister of which country?
A. Kazakhstan
B. Kyrgyzstan
C. Turkiye
D. Indonesia
Oljas Bektenov became the Prime Minister of Kyrgyzstan.
Q25: Which Country’s Cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko Sets World Record for Most Time in Space?
A. France
B. Usa
C. Russia
D. UAE
Russian cosmonaut Oleg Kononenko set a world record for the most time spent in space.
Q26: Who Has Been appointed as chairman of “TRAI”?
A. PD Vaghela
B. Sunil Sharma
C. Anil Kumar Lahoti
D. None
Former Railway Board chief Anil Kumar Lahoti has been appointed Chairman of the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI). Before this, the tenure of former TRAI Chairman PD Vaghela had ended.
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Important Days and Dates
Q1: When is National Women's Day celebrated annually?
A. 10 Feb
B. 12 Feb
C. 13 Feb
D. 16 Feb
National Women's Day is observed annually on February 16, the birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu.
Sarojini Naidu, a prominent Indian political activist, was the first woman president of the Indian National Congress. Mahatma Gandhi affectionately called her the "Nightingale of India" (Bharat Kokila).
Q2: When is National Science Day celebrated annually?
A. 28th Feb
B. 26th Feb
C. 27th Feb
D. 25th Feb
National Science Day is observed every year on February 28th.
The 2024 theme was "Indigenous Technologies for Viksit Bharat".
Sir C.V. Raman, a renowned Indian scientist, discovered the Raman Effect on February 28, 1928, earning him the Nobel Prize in 1930 and the Bharat Ratna in 1954.
Q3: When is World Wetlands Day celebrated annually?
A. 01 Feb
B. 02 Feb
C. 03 Feb
D. 04 Feb
World Wetlands Day is observed annually on February 2nd, marking the anniversary of the signing of the Ramsar Convention, an international treaty dedicated to wetland conservation.
The 2024 theme was "Wetlands and Human Wellbeing".
Q4: When Is International Epilepsy Day Celebrated Every Year?
A. 2nd Mon Feb
B. 1st Mon Feb
C. 3rd Sat Feb
D. 4th Sun Feb
Every year, on the second Monday of February, the global community comes together to observe International Epilepsy Day. This day holds immense significance as it raises awareness about epilepsy, dispels myths surrounding the condition, and emphasizes the importance of support for those living with epilepsy.
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Defence
Q1: India approved a ₹19,000 crore deal for how many BrahMos missiles for the Navy?
A. 200
B. 300
C. 500
D. 800
The Cabinet Committee on Security approved the acquisition of 200 BrahMos Extended Range (ER) Supersonic Cruise Missiles for the Indian Navy.
BrahMos is a joint venture between India and Russia, manufactured by BrahMos Aerospace Ltd.
Q2: Who recently became the first female subedar in the Indian Army?
A. Rashi Sharma
B. Preeti Rajak
C. Anjali Tomar
D. Sarita Devi
Subedar is the second-highest rank an Indian officer can hold in the military forces.
Q3: India Conducted ‘Dharma Guardian 2024” Military Exercise With Which Country?
A. USA
B. Japan
C. UK
D. UAE
The 5th edition of the Dharma Guardian 2024 trilateral military exercise was conducted by India and Japan at the Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.
Q4: The Indian Army will invest Rs 57,000 crore to produce how many Future Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs)?
A. 1,770
B. 1900
C. 20000
D. 1300
The Indian Army plans a Rs 57,000 crore project to produce 1,770 Future Ready Combat Vehicles (FRCVs) to replace T-72 tanks, integrating AI, drone tech, and active protection.
Q5: Where has the naval exercise Milan 2024 Been Organised?
A. Cochin
B. Chennai
C. Vishakhapatnam
D. Mumbai
MILAN 2024 is the 12th edition of the biennial Multilateral Naval Exercise held at Visakhapatnam, under the aegis of Eastern Naval Command.
Q6: Where was the statue of General Bipin Rawat unveiled?
A. Pune
B. Chennai
C. Surat
D. Dehradun
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh unveiled a life-size statue of late General Bipin Rawat, the first Chief of Defence Staff (CDS), at TonsBridge School, Dehradun.
Q7: India Signed Protocol on Nuclear Reactors Agreement with which country?
A. Russia
B. France
C. Japan
D. USA
The agreement will allow for the construction of new reactors at the Kudankulam Nuclear Power Project in Tamil Nadu.
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Sports
Q1: Who has been Selected as torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics ?
A. Abhinav Bindra
B. Deepak Punia
C. Virat Kohli
D. Mana Patel
Shooter Abhinav Bindra, India’s first individual Olympic gold medalist, was selected as a torchbearer for the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Q2: Who Made History as India’s First Female Pitch Curator?
A. Jacintha Kalyan
B. Arohi Sharma
C. Priti Kumari
D. None Of These
Jacintha Kalyan made history as India's first female pitch curator after starting her career as a receptionist at the Karnataka State Cricket Association over 30 years ago.
Q3: Who recently won the world’s highest frozen lake marathon?
A. Bhagwan Singh
B. Mahesh Khurana
C. Both A & B
D. None
Bhagwan Singh won the 2024 Pangong Frozen Lake Marathon, the world's highest frozen lake marathon, which was organized in Leh-Ladakh. Mahesh Khurana, a Bhopal athlete, also competed in the marathon.
Q4: Who became the fastest batsman to score 10,000 T20 runs?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Rohit Sharma
C. Chris Gayle
D. Babar Azam
Babar Azam became the fastest player to 10,000 T20 runs during his innings of 72 for Peshawar Zalmi against Karachi Kings in the Pakistan Super League.
Q5: Which Country won the 2024 Women Badminton Asia Team Championships?
A. India
B. Malaysia
C. Srilanka
D. Nepal
India won the 2024 Women's Badminton Asia Team Championships, hosted by Malaysia.
Q6: Which Country Won ‘2024 Under-19 Cricket World Cup’ Title?
A. India
B. Newzealand
C. Australia
D. Pakistan
Australia won the 2024 Under-19 Cricket World Cup, which was held in South Africa.
Q7: Who became Brand Ambassador for ‘Fit India” Movement?
A. Narendra Kumar Yadav
B. Pankaj Sharma
C. Anand Kumar
D. None
Narendra Yadav is the first civil servant in the history of India to be appointed as the brand ambassador of the Fit India movement.
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Art and Culture
Q1: Who inaugurated Surajkund Mela 2024?
A. PM Modi
B. Jagdeep Dhankar
C. Draupadi Murmu
D. Amit Shah
The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the 37th Surajkund International Crafts Mela at Surajkund, Haryana (February 2, 2024).
Q2: Sammakka Saralamma Jatara festival Has Been celebrated in which state?
A. Telangana
B. Gujarat
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Bihar
The Sammakka Saralamma Jatara festival is celebrated in Telangana by the Koya tribe to honor the Hindu tribal goddesses Sammakka and Saralamma.
Q3: In which state did PM Modi lay the foundation stone of Shri Kalki Dham Temple?
A. Bihar
B. UP
C. Gujarat
D. Haryana
The foundation stone for the Shri Kalki Dham Temple was laid in Sambhal, Uttar Pradesh.
Q4: Which State Is The Most Welcoming Region in India in 2024?
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Goa
C. Kerala
D. Rajasthan
Himachal Pradesh was ranked as the most welcoming region in India in 2024.
Q5: BAPS Mandir Has Been Constructed In Which Of The Following Country?
A. UAE
B. USA
C. UK
D. France
The BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha constructed a grand temple in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
Q6: Recently Divya Kala Mela 2024 Has Been Organised In Which State?
A. Tripura
B. Goa
C. Manipur
D. Odisha
The Divya Kala Mela 2024 was organized in Tripura by the Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities.
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Banking and Finance
Q1: Who has been appointed as UCO Bank Chairman?
A. Aravamudan Kumar
B. M R Kumar
C. Srinivasan Sridhar
D. None
Aravamudan Kumar was appointed Chairman of UCO Bank by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC).
The ACC also made these appointments:
M R Kumar as Chairman of the Bank of India
Srinivasan Sridhar as Chairman of the Indian Overseas Bank
Q2: Which Bank approved the $100 million for the Sikkim INSPIRES project?
A. ADB
B. NDB
C. World Bank
D. RBI
The World Bank approved a $100 million loan for the Sikkim INSPIRES project to upskill women and youth in the state.
Q3: India signed $200 Million Loan for Brahmaputra River Project with which Bank?
A. World Bank
B. ADB
C. NDB
D. HDFC Bank
The Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) today signed a $200 million loan to strengthen flood and riverbank erosion risk management along the 650 kilometres (km) long main stem of the Brahmaputra river in the state of Assam.
Q4: Which Bank Received RBI Approval for Stake Acquisition in 6 Banks?
A. YES BANK
B. HDFC
C. Bandhan Bank
D. Kotak M Bank
HDFC Bank received RBI approval to acquire stakes in six banks, including ICICI Bank, Axis Bank, IndusInd Bank, YES Bank, Bandhan Bank, and Suryoday Small Finance Bank.
Q5: What Is The Rank Of Mukesh Ambani In Brand Guardianship Index 2024?
A. 1st
B. 2nd
C. 3rd
D. 4th
Mukesh Ambani ranked second in the Global Brand Guardianship Index 2024, behind Huateng Ma from China.
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Books and Authors
Q1: Who has authored a book titled “Sculpted Stones: Mysteries of Mamallapuram”?
A. Ruskin Bond
B. Ashwin Prabhu
C. Ankita Tomar
D. Rachel Sethi
Ashwin Prabhu is the author of Sculpted Stones: Mysteries of Mamallapuram, a children's book about the ancient art of Mamallapuram. Mamallapuram, also known as Mahabalipuram, is an ancient town in Tamil Nadu.
Q2: Who is the author of the book titled “Dabbling in Diplomacy?”
A. S.D. Muni
B. Ruskin Bond
C. R Kumar
D. Sandeep Reddy
The author of Dabbling in Diplomacy is Professor S.D. Muni, a well-known South Asian expert. The book is a memoir that provides a behind-the-scenes look at the political dynamics of South Asia over the last four decades.
Q3: Who has authored the book titled “Maha Swaapnikudu”?
A. Anish Desai
B. P. Vikram
C. Chetan Bhagat
D. None
Authored by journalist P. Vikram and published by NRI Koduri Venkat, this book was unveiled by former Supreme Court judge V. Gopala Gowda, shining a spotlight on Naidu’s remarkable journey in Indian politics.
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Miscellaneous
Q1: What is India's rank in the Henley Passport Index 2024?
A. 80
B. 85
C. 87
D. 90
India holds the 85th position on the Henley Passport Index 2024, granting visa-free access to 62 countries.
France, Germany, Italy, Japan, Singapore, and Spain possess the world's most powerful passports. Afghanistan ranks last.
The Henley Passport Index rankings are based on data provided by the International Air Transport Association, headquartered in Montreal, Canada.
Q2: What is India's rank in the Logistics Performance Index 2023?
A. 12
B. 30
C. 38
D. 45
India secured the 38th position out of 139 countries in the World Bank's Logistics Performance Index (LPI) 2023.
Singapore and Finland topped the rankings.
The index evaluates six key areas: customs performance, infrastructure quality, ease of arranging shipments, logistics service quality, consignment tracking and tracing, and timeliness of shipments.
Q3: Which country became the first Asian country to ratify the ILO Convention to end workplace violence and harassment?
A. India
B. Sri Lanka
C. Philippines
D. Japan
The Philippines joined 37 other nations in ratifying the ILO Convention to eradicate violence and harassment in the workplace.
The International Labour Organization (ILO) is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
Q4: Which country is not a member of the QUAD Group?
A. India
B. France
C. Australia
D. Japan
The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, or Quad, comprises India, the United States, Japan, and Australia. France is not a member.
Established in 2007, the Quad held its 2024 summit in India. The US House of Representatives passed the Quad Bill to enhance cooperation among the four nations.
Q5: Which State Designated Kaji Nemu as the Official State Fruit?
A. Bihar
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Assam
D. Gujarat
The state of Assam designated Kaji Nemu as its official state fruit in February 2024. Kaji Nemu, also known as Assam lemon, is a unique variety of lemon with a distinct smell and larger size than other lemons.
Q6: Which Country Hosted ‘World Government Summit 2024 ?
A. USA
B. Oman
C. UAE
D. Uk
At the invitation of His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister, Defence Minister, and the Ruler of Dubai, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the World Governments Summit in Dubai as Guest of Honour, on 14 February 2024.
Q7: Which Country Hosted ‘Mobile World Congress 2024’ ?
A. Spain
B. France
C. UK
D. India
MWC Barcelona is one of the leading exhibitions for the connectivity and mobile communication industry, showcasing the latest innovations from anchor electronics players and telecoms firm.
Q8: In which country did the 16th edition of the trilateral exercise Dosti 16 took place?
A. Srilanka
B. Malaysia
C. Maldives
D. Indonesia
The 16th edition of the trilateral exercise Dosti 16, conducted by India, Sri Lanka, and the Maldives, was held in the Maldives.
Q9: What is India’s ranking in the global cybercrime report for 2023?
A. 55
B. 80
C. 89
D. 98
India ranks 80th on the list of the most targeted countries worldwide for cybercrime. Nearly 34% of Indian users are affected by local cyber threats.
Q10: Where Has North India’s First ‘Pizza ATM’ Been Unveiled?
A. New Delhi
B. Chandigarh
C. Patna
D. Lucknow
First-of-its-kind in north India, the 'Pizza ATM' prepares pizzas in just three minutes, which was installed by the Chandigarh Industrial and Tourism Development Corporation.
Q11: India’s First Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) Will Be Launched From Which State?
A. Bihar
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Uttrakhand
D. UP
India is set to launch its first Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) in Uttarakhand, as announced by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
Q12: Which Country Recently Overtook Japan as Third-Largest Economy?
A. Germany
B. India
C. Brazil
D. Canada
Germany has surpassed Japan as the third largest economy, with a GDP of $4.5 trillion. Japan's economy stood at $4.2 trillion.
Q13: Which City Launched World’s First Air Taxi Service?
A. Dubai
B. Surat
C. London
D. Paris
Dubai launched the world's first air taxi service at the World Government Summit 2024.
Q14: Where is the 7th edition of the Indian Ocean Conference held?
A. Australia
B. India
C. Indonesia
D. Srilanka
The 7th Indian Ocean Conference was held in Perth, Australia, focusing on a stable and sustainable Indian Ocean region.
Q15: Urban Jobless Rate in India Declined to ______% in Q3FY24?
A. 6.5%
B. 8.5%
C. 7.5%
D. 6.5%
According to the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) data released by the National Statistical Office (NSO), the urban unemployment rate in India declined to 6.5% in Q3FY24.
Q16: Who Hosted ‘Road to Paris 2024” Conference?
A. NADA
B. WHO
C. Sports Ministry
D. ICCI
The National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) hosted the "Road to Paris 2024" conference to promote clean sports and anti-doping efforts.
Q17: Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak became New Prime Minister of which country?
A. S Arabia
B. Yemen
C. Iran
D. Oman
Ahmed Awad bin Mubarak became the Prime Minister of Yemen.
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