General awareness Quiz: 24 September 2024
Q 1. How many crore rupees have been allocated for the Prime Minister’s Tribal Advanced Village Campaign Scheme?
(a) Rs 76,156 crore
(b) Rs 77,156 crore
(c) Rs 78,156 crore
(d) Rs 79,156 crore
Q 2.Which country topped the Global Cybersecurity Index 2024?
A. United States
B. Singapore
C. China
D. India
Q 3.Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
A. Assam
B. Meghalaya
C. Manipur
D. Mizoram
Q 4.Which of the following is the most common species found in Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary?
A. Tiger
B. Elephant
C. Clouded leopard
D. Black bear
Q 5.What is the purpose of the hydrophobic barrier in a pen?
A. To make the ink flow more smoothly
B. To prevent the ink from spreading or bleeding
C. To make the ink dry faster
D. To make the ink more visible
Q 6. Venus is often called Earth’s “twin planet.” Why is this?
A. They have similar sizes and masses.
B. They are both rocky planets.
C. They have the same atmospheric composition.
D. All of the above.
Q 7.Venus is the hottest planet in our solar system. What is the main reason for this?
A. Its proximity to the Sun.
B. Its thick atmosphere of carbon dioxide.
C. Its volcanic activity.
D. All of the above.
Q 8.Soorya, sometimes seen in the news recently, is associated with?
a. Cash assistance for Gas connections with Renewable natural gas.
b. An indigenous mobile operating system developed by NIC.
c. Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) for Bharat.
d. An operation to assist Myanmar which has been devastated by Typhoon Yagi.
Q 9.Chandrayaan-4 will be a remote mission seeking to retrieve samples of the lunar surface in
A.2027
B.2026
C.2030
D.2070
Q 10. Which of the following rivers are covered by the Indus Waters Treaty?
A. Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej
B. Indus, Ganga, Brahmaputra, and Yamuna
C. Indus, Beas, Sutlej, and Yamuna
D. Indus, Jhelum, and Chenab
Ans . & explanation
1.Ans – d
Explanation – Pradhan Mantri PVTG Development Mission – to saturate the Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG) families and habitations with basic facilities such as safe housing, clean drinking water and sanitation, improved access to education health and nutrition, road and telecom connectivity and sustainable livelihood opportunities
2.Ans – a
Explanation – The Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI) 2024 was released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU). It measures the commitment of countries to cybersecurity on a global level.
3.Ans – b
Explanation -Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary is a breathtaking natural haven nestled in the Ri-Bhoi district of Meghalaya, India. Known for its rich biodiversity and stunning landscapes, this sanctuary offers a unique experience for nature enthusiasts and wildlife lovers.
4.Ans – c
Explanation -Unfortunately, clouded leopards are classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List due to habitat loss, poaching, and the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are underway to protect these beautiful creatures and their habitats.
5.Ans – b
Explanation – B To prevent the ink from spreading or bleeding
6.Ans – a
Explanation – Venus is often referred to as Earth’s “twin planet” due to their similarities in size, mass, and composition. Both planets are terrestrial, meaning they have solid surfaces.
7.Ans –
Explanation –
8.Ans – c
Explanation -soorya is the Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV).It is designed to support India’s goals of establishing the Bharatiya Antariksh Station (Indian Space Station) and achieving a crewed lunar landing by 2040.
9.Ans – a
Explanation -Chandrayaan-4 will be a remote mission seeking to retrieve samples of the lunar surface.
The mission, which will aim to bring rock samples from the lunar surface back to Earth after a soft landing, is slated for launch in 2027.
10.Ans – A. Indus, Jhelum, Chenab, Ravi, and Sutlej
Explanation -The Indus Waters Treaty is a landmark agreement signed between India and Pakistan in 1960. It governs the sharing of the waters of the Indus River system, which flows through both countries.