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International Labour Day, also known as May Day

International Labour Day, also known as May Day is observed on May 1 every year to honors workers worldwide.

  • The day commemorates workers’ contributions to achieving economic and social rights globally.
  • Originated from the Haymarket Affair in 1886 when a labor demonstration demanding an eight-hour workday turned violent in Chicago.
  • In 1889, European socialist parties united to establish May 1 as International Labour Day, and it has been observed annually since then.

Q: When is International Labour Day observed?

a) June 1
b) May 15
c) April 1
d) May 1

Ans : d) May 1

India T20 World Cup Squad for upcoming T20 World Cup

The Board of Cricket Control of India (BCCI) named India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup set to begin on June 1 in the USA and the West Indies.

Rohit Sharma will be leading his troops, while Hardik Pandya has been named the vice-captain.

India T20 World Cup Squad:

Squad: Rohit Sharma (Captain), Hardik Pandya (Vice Captain), Yashasvi Jaiswal, Virat Kohli, Suryakumar Yadav, Rishabh Pant (WK), Sanju Samson (WK), Shivam Dube, Ravindra Jadeja, Axar Patel, Kuldeep Yadav, Yuzvendra Chahal, Arshdeep Singh, Jasprit Bumrah, Mohd. Siraj

  • Rishabh Pant marking his comeback to international cricket and Sanju Samson also included in the squad.
  • India will begin their World Cup campaign against Ireland on June 05 2024 in New York. 

Question : Who has been named as the captain of India’s 15-member squad for the upcoming T20 World Cup?

a) Virat Kohli
b) Hardik Pandya
c) Rohit Sharma
d) Ravindra Jadeja

Ans : c) Rohit Sharma

India denies alleged assassination plot against Khalistani Leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

India has strongly denied a recent report published in The Washington Post ( Newspaper of US) regarding an alleged assassination plot targeting Khalistani separatist leader Gurpatwant Singh Pannun in the United States. The report claimed that a RAW (Research and Analysis Wing) official,  Vikram Yadav, was involved in the plot, with approval from the then Indian spy agency chief, Samant Goel.

The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said said that the report is “unwarranted and unsubstantiated”. MEA emphasized that there is an ongoing investigation by the High-Level Committee set up by the Government of India to address security concerns related to organized criminals, terrorists, and other networks. 

Gurpatwant Singh Pannun is a prominent figure in the Khalistan movement and serves as the legal advisor and spokesperson for Sikhs for Justice, an organization advocating for a separate Sikh state. The Indian government has designated Pannun as a terrorist.

Question: As per The Washington Post report, which terrorist was the alleged target of the assassination plot of Indian Intelligence Agency?

a) Maulana Masood Azhar
b) Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
c) Talwinder Singh
d) gurbachan Singh

Ans : b) Gurpatwant Singh Pannun

Question : Who is the current chief of RAW (Research and Analysis Wing)?

A) Vikram Yadav
B) Samant Goel
C) Gurpatwant Singh Pannun
D) Ajit Doval

Correct Answer: B) Samant Goel

Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi take over as Chief of the Naval Staff

Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi assumed the position of Chief of the Naval Staff on April 30, 2024, succeeding Admiral R Hari Kumar.

  1. Admiral Tripathi’s previous roles include serving as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief of the Western Naval Command.
  2. He has a specialization in Communication and Electronic Warfare and has served in various capacities on frontline warships, including as Signal Communication Officer, Electronic Warfare Officer, Executive Officer, and Principal Warfare Officer of Guided Missile Destroyer INS Mumbai.
  3. Admiral Tripathi has commanded several Indian naval ships, including Vinash, Kirch, and Trishul.
  4. He is a distinguished recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Nausena Medal for his exceptional devotion to duty.

Q: Who recently assumed the position of Chief of the Naval Staff ?

a) Admiral R Hari Kumar
b) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
c) Admiral Sunil Lanba
d) Admiral Karambir Singh

Ans : b) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi

Indian Badminton Team for the 2024 Paris Olympics

The Indian Badminton Team for the 2024 Paris Olympics consists of seven shuttlers across four categories.

  • PV Sindhu, a two-time Olympic medalist, will lead India’s challenge in the women’s category as the sole Indian entrant.
  • Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty form a star pairing and will compete in the men’s doubles category.
  • Lakshya Sen and HS Prannoy will represent India in men’s singles.
  • Tanisha Crasto and Ashwini Ponnappa will form the women’s doubles duo.

Q: Who will represent India in the women single category in Badminton at the 2024 Paris Olympics?

a) Saina Nehwal
b) Neha Pandit
c) PV Sindhu
d) Tanvi Lad

Ans : c) PV Sindhu

Q: Which Indian badminton players will compete in the men’s doubles category at the 2024 Paris Olympics?

a) PV Sindhu and Ashwini Ponnappa
b) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and HS Prannoy
c) Chirag Shetty and Lakshya Sen
d) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

Ans : d) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

Maheshwari Chauhan secured a Paris 2024 quota for India in shotgun event.

Maheshwari Chauhan secured a Paris 2024 quota for India in Women’s skeet with a Silver medal in the shotgun Olympic qualification championship at Doha, Qatar.

  • Only four out of six shooters were eligible to earn the quota in the final held on April 28, 2024.
  • Assem Orynbay of Kazakhstan crashed out, and Rigina Meftakhetdinova of Azerbaijan settled for sixth place, confirming the two Olympic quotas for Maheshwari and qualification leader Victoria Larsson of Sweden.
  • This marked India’s 21st Olympic quota in shooting and the fifth in shotgun events.

Q: Who secured a Paris 2024 quota for India in Women’s skeet with a Silver medal in the shotgun Olympic qualification championship at Doha, Qatar?

a) Maheshwari Chauhan
b) Sunita Bhore
c) Nirmala Roy
d) Rajani Biswas

Ans : a) Maheshwari Chauhan

Jean-Georges Noverre “father” of modern ballet, birthday April 29 : International Dance Day

International Dance Day, celebrated annually on April 29th, is a global tribute to the art of dance.

Origins and Purpose:

Established in 1982 by the Dance Committee of the International Theatre Institute (ITI), International Dance Day aims to honor the diversity and talent of dancers worldwide.

The chosen date, April 29, coincides with the birthday of Jean-Georges Noverre (1727–1810), often regarded as the “father” of modern ballet.

Question : Who is regarded as the “father” of modern ballet, and his birthday is celebrated as International Dance Day?

A) Jean-Georges Noverre 
B) Rudolf Nureyev
C) Mikhail Baryshnikov
D) George Balanchine

Ans : A) Jean-Georges Noverre 

Nethra Kumanan secured a Paris Olympics quota in Sailing

Nethra Kumanan secured a Paris Olympics quota in Sailing at the Last Chance Regatta in Hyeres, France. She competed in the women’s dinghy, ILCA 6, and finished fifth overall with 67 net points on April 26, 2024.

  • Nethra earned the Olympic quota as the top performer among sailors from the Emerging Nations Program (ENP).
  • The ENP aims to support athletes from lesser-known sailing countries to compete at the highest level.
  • Nethra is the second Indian sailor to qualify for the Paris Olympics; the first was Vishnu Saravanan, who secured India’s first sailing quota in the ILCA 7 Men’s World Championship 2024 in Australia in January.

Question : Who secured a Paris Olympics quota in Sailing in Hyeres, France?

a) Vishnu Saravanan
b) Nethra Kumanan
c) Arvind Singh
d) R Sukumaran

Ans : b) Nethra Kumanan

Jyothi Surekha Vennam achieved a hat-trick of gold medals at Archery World Cup in Shanghai 

Jyothi Surekha Vennam of India achieved a hat-trick of gold medals at the Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Shanghai on April 27, 2024.

  • Vennam secured victory in a closely contested final against top-seeded Andrea Becerra of Mexico, asserting her dominance as the world No. 3 archer.
  • She also contributed to India’s gold medal win in the women’s compound team final alongside Aditi Swami and Parneet Kaur, defeating Italy with a score of 236-225.
  • Vennam, paired with Abhishek Verma, emerged victorious in the compound mixed team final, defeating the Estonian twins with a score of 158-157.
  • In the Men’s Individual Compound event, India’s Priyansh secured the Silver medal, losing the final 147-150 to Austria’s Nico Wiener.
  • Earlier, in the Men’s Compound team final, the Indian team comprising Abhishek Verma, Priyansh, and Prathamesh Fuge beat the Netherlands with a score of 238-231, completing a clean sweep of compound team events for India.

Question : Who secured a hat-trick of gold medals at the Archery World Cup Stage 1 in Shanghai on April 27, 2024?

a) Aditi Swami
b) Parneet Kaur
c) Jyothi Surekha Vennam
d) Andrea Becerra

Ans : c) Jyothi Surekha Vennam

Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane attended the SCO Defence Ministers’ meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan

Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane attended the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Defence Ministers’ meeting in Astana, Kazakhstan, on April 26.

  • A protocol was signed by Defence Ministers of all SCO Member States during the meeting.
  • The Joint Communiqué from the meeting included initiatives such as developing the concept of ‘One Earth, One Family, One Future’, inspired by the Indian philosophy of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.
  • Aramane reiterated India’s commitment to peace, stability, and security in the SCO region.
  • He stressed the importance of adopting a zero-tolerance approach toward terrorism for the prosperity of SCO Member States.

Question : Which countries are members of the SCO?

Eight countries are full members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) : India, Kazakhstan, China, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan;

Question : Who is the Defence Secretary of India?

a) Ajit Doval
b) Giridhar Aramane
c) Rajnath Singh
d) General Anil Chauhan

Ans : b) Giridhar Aramane

General Elections 2024 Second phase : Voters turnout across around 61%

General Elections 2024: Second phase witnessed a significant turnout across 13 States/Union Territories. Around 60.96% of eligible voters participated in the voting process.

  • Tripura recorded the highest turnout at 77.53%, while Uttar Pradesh had the lowest at 52.74%.
  • Other states with notable turnouts include Manipur (76.06%), West Bengal (71.84%), Chhattisgarh (72.13%), and Assam (70.66%).
  • Maharashtra, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, and Rajasthan reported relatively lower turnouts.
  • Kerala, Karnataka, and Jammu and Kashmir saw turnout rates ranging from 63.90% to 67.22%.
  • Voting commenced at 7 am across 88 Parliamentary Constituencies spread over 12 States and Union Territories.
  • The elections are conducted in 7 phases, with results expected on June 4.

Question : Which of the following states had the lowest voter turnout during the second phase of elections?

a) Manipur
b) Rajasthan
c) Kerala
d) Uttar Pradesh

Ans : d) Uttar Pradesh

World Intellectual Property Day, celebrated annually on April 26

World Intellectual Property Day, celebrated annually on April 26, is a global observance that highlights the significance of intellectual property (IP) rights.

  1. Purpose and Significance:
    • World IP Day aims to raise awareness about IP rights and their role in fostering innovation, creativity, and progress.
    • IP encompasses patents, trademarks, industrial designs, and copyright. These rights encourage inventors, creators, and businesses to protect their innovative outputs and reap economic benefits.
    • By recognizing and rewarding inventors and artists, society benefits from their ingenuity and contributions.
  2. Theme for 2024:
    • The theme for World Intellectual Property Day 2024 is “IP and the SDGs: Building our common future with innovation and creativity.”
    • It emphasizes how IP can amplify the impact of innovative and creative solutions needed to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
  3. History:
    • In the year 2000, member states of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) designated April 26 as World IP Day.
    • This date commemorates the day when the WIPO Convention came into force in 1970.
    • World IP Day celebrates inventors, creators, and the role of IP in shaping our world, from music and arts to technological advancements

Question: Which date is World Intellectual Property Day celebrated annually?

A) April 1
B) April 26
C) May 15
D) June 10

Ans : B) April 26

Lok Sabha Election: Second Phase Voting on 26 April 2024

The second phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 is occurring on April 26, 2024, covering 88 parliamentary constituencies across 12 states and one Union territory.

Distribution of Constituencies:

20 in Kerala, 14 in Karnataka, 13 in Rajasthan, 8 each in Uttar Pradesh and Maharashtra, 6 in Madhya Pradesh, 5 each in Assam and Bihar, 3 seats each in West Bengal and Chhattisgarh, and 1 seat each in Manipur, Tripura, and Jammu and Kashmir.

Variation in nomination filings:

Tripura parliamentary constituency received the lowest number of nominations (14), while Nanded parliamentary constituency in Maharashtra received the highest number of nominations (92).

Security measures:

Following previous incidents of violence during polling, heightened security measures have been implemented in outer Manipur, with 857 polling stations, 87 companies of paramilitary forces, and over 4,000 state police personnel deployed to ensure free and fair elections on April 26, 2024.

Q: Which state has the highest number of constituencies in the second phase of Lok Sabha Elections 2024 held on 26 April 2024 ?

a) Kerala
b) Maharashtra
c) Karnataka
d) Rajasthan

Ans : a) Kerala

“Sunflowers Were The First Ones To Know,” selected for 77th Cannes Film Festival

Chidanand Naik, a student at the Film and Television Institute of India (FTII), has achieved recognition as his film “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know” has been selected for the competitive section of the 77th Cannes Film Festival in France.

  1. The festival, scheduled from May 15th to May 24th, 2024, will showcase Naik’s film in the ‘La Cinef’ section, which promotes emerging talents and films from film schools worldwide.
  2. Naik’s film is one of the 18 shorts (14 live-action and 4 animated) selected from 2,263 submissions globally, making it the sole Indian film in the ‘La Cinef’ section.
  3. The film tells the story of an elderly woman causing upheaval in her village by stealing the community’s rooster, leading to chaos and the invocation of a prophecy resulting in her family’s exile.
  4. This selection marks the first time a film by a student from FTII’s one-year television course has been featured at Cannes.
  5. FTII’s teaching methodology, focusing on practice-based co-learning in cinema and television, has consistently produced students and alumni acclaimed at national and international film festivals.

Question : Which Indian film has been selected for the Cannes Film Festival in the ‘La Cinef’ category?

a) “The Rooster’s Prophecy”
b) “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Bloom”
c) “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know”
d) “The Elderly Woman’s Tale”

Correct answer: c) “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know”

Question: Who directed the film “Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know”?

a) Suraj Thakur
b) Manoj V
c) Chidananda S Naik
d) Abhishek Kadam

Ans : c) Chidananda S Naik

Kotak Mahindra Bank to stop issuing new credit cards and online customer immediately : RBI

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has instructed Kotak Mahindra Bank to stop issuing new credit cards immediately. The RBI has also limited the bank’s ability to acquire new customers through online and mobile banking channels.

  1. These actions stem from significant concerns identified during the RBI’s IT examinations of the bank for 2022 and 2023.
  2. Over two consecutive years, the bank has been found deficient in IT risk management and information security governance, violating regulatory guidelines.
  3. Despite corrective action plans issued by the RBI in 2022 and 2023, the bank has been substantially non-compliant.
  4. Existing customers, including credit card holders, will continue to receive services from the bank despite these restrictions.

Question : Which bank has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) instructed to stop issuing new credit cards and acquiring online customers immediately?

a) HDFC Bank
b) ICICI Bank
c) Kotak Mahindra Bank
d) State Bank of India

Correct answer: c) Kotak Mahindra Bank

National Panchayati Raj Day : 24 April

National Panchayati Raj Day, observed annually on April 24, commemorates the establishment of the Panchayati Raj System in India. The day commemorates the enactment of the 73rd Amendment Act, which established a three-tier system at the village, block, and district levels.

  • Idea of Panchayati rule –  Mahatma Gandhi,
  • Introduced in 1993 through the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, empowers local bodies (Gram Panchayats) to govern themselves and make decisions regarding their areas’ development.

Q: Which amendment act established the Panchayati Raj System in India?

A) 42nd Amendment Act
B) 73rd Amendment Act
C) 86th Amendment Act
D) 91st Amendment Act

Answer: B) 73rd Amendment Act

World Book and Copyright Day : April 23

World Book and Copyright Day, observed annually on April 23, is a celebration that promotes the enjoyment of books and reading. This is the date of the deaths of prominent authors: William Shakespeare, Miguel de Cervantes, and Inca Garcilaso de la Vega.

  1. Purpose: World Book and Copyright Day aims to recognize the scope of books as a link between the past and the future, a bridge across generations and cultures.
  2. World book day was proclaimed by UNESCO in General Conference in 1995.
  3. World Book Capital: Each year, UNESCO selects a city as the World Book Capital. The chosen city maintains the momentum of the day’s celebrations through its own initiatives. For 2024, Strasbourg holds this prestigious title.

Q: Which date do we celebrate World Book and Copyright Day?

  • A) April 15
  • B) April 23
  • C) May 1
  • D) June 8

Answer: B) April 23

Q: Which city holds the title of World Book Capital for 2024?

A) Paris
B) Tokyo
C) Strasbourg
D) New York

Answer: C) Strasbourg

Maldives: President Mohamed Muizzu’s ruling PNC win majority in Parliamentary Election

The People’s National Congress (PNC) won a landslide victory in the parliamentary elections held in Maldives on April 21, 2024, securing over 66 seats.

  1. This victory solidifies the PNC’s position in the nation’s political landscape, following the pattern of ruling party success in parliamentary elections since 2013.
  2. The elections were seen as a crucial test for President Muizzu’s party, amidst scrutiny over corruption allegations and policy decisions, as well as challenges from breakaway factions.
  3. The main opposition, the Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP), returned with at least 11 seats, and its chairman, Fayyaz Ismail, expressed commitment to working with the government as a responsible opposition.
  4. Parliamentary elections are important in Maldives as the People’s Majlis ratifies government proposals and bills, ensuring smooth administration and protecting the presidential tenure.

Q: Which party secured a landslide win in the parliamentary elections held in Maldives on April 21, 2024?

a) Maldivian Democratic Party (MDP)
b) People’s National Congress (PNC)
c) Progressive Party of Maldives (PPM)
d) Maldives Reform Movement (MRM)

Ans : b) People’s National Congress (PNC)

World Earth Day, observed on April 22

World Earth Day, observed annually on April 22, is a global event dedicated to environmental protection.

Origins and Purpose:

  • The first Earth Day was organized on April 22, 1970, by EARTHDAY.ORG (formerly Earth Day Network).
  • It mobilized millions of Americans from diverse backgrounds, marking the birth of the modern environmental movement.
  • Earth Day aims to raise awareness, inspire action, and advocate for a sustainable future.
  • Earth Day is now celebrated in over 193 countries, involving more than 1 billion people.
  • It serves as a reminder of our responsibility to protect Earth’s natural resources for future generations.

2024 Theme: Planet vs. Plastics:

Theme for Earth Day 2024 is “Planet vs. Plastics.” The goal is to end plastics for human and planetary health by demanding a 60% reduction in plastic production by 2040.

Q: Which day is celebrated as World Earth Day?

A) 21 August
B) 22 April
C) 21 December
D) 22 May

Ans : B) 22 April

Q: What was the theme of World Earth Day 2024?

A) End Plastic Pollution
B) Ecosystem Restoration
C) Time for Nature
D) Planet vs. Plastics

Ans : D) Planet vs. Plastics

Dommaraju Gukesh becomes youngest ever to win Fide Candidates Chess tournament

Dommaraju Gukesh, a 17-year-old chess prodigy from India, made history on April 22, 2024, by becoming the youngest player ever to win the FIDE Candidates tournament.

  1. Gukesh’s victory earned him the right to challenge the reigning champion, Ding Liren of China, for the World Chess Championship.
  2. In the finals, Gukesh drew his last game against American Grandmaster Hikaru Nakamura, securing the top position at Candidates 2024 with 9/14 points.
  3. Gukesh is the second Indian after Viswanathan Anand to win the FIDE Candidates, and he surpassed the legendary Garry Kasparov’s record, which had stood since 1984.

Q: Who became the youngest player chess ever to win the FIDE Candidates tournament?

a) Viswanathan Anand
b) Garry Kasparov
c) Hikaru Nakamura
d) Dommaraju Gukesh

Ans : d) Dommaraju Gukesh

Padma Awards 2024: President conferred Padma Awards at Rashtrapati Bhavan

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Padma Awards at the Civil Investiture Ceremony at Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi on April 22, 2024.

  1. Padma Vibhushan was conferred on former Vice President M Venkaiah Naidu, Bharatnatyam dancer Dr. Padma Subrahmanyam, and Bindeshwar Pathak posthumously.
  2. Actor Mithun Chakraborty and singer Usha Uthup received the Padma Bhushan award.
  3. Other recipients of the Padma Bhushan include philanthropist Dr. Sitaram Jindal, cardiologist Dr. Tejas Madhusudan Patel, and former Uttar Pradesh Governor Ram Naik.
  4. The Padma Awards are one of the highest civilian Awards of the country, conferred in three categories – Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri, for exceptional and distinguished service.

Q: Which award was conferred posthumously to Bindeshwar Pathak?

a) Padma Bhushan
b) Padma Shri
c) Padma Vibhushan
d) None of the above

Ans : c) Padma Vibhushan

Q: Which category of the Padma Awards is considered one of the highest civilian Awards of the country?

a) Padma Shri
b) Padma Bhushan
c) Padma Vibhushan
d) None of the above

Ans : c) Padma Vibhushan

Balraj Panwar Secures Paris Olympics Quota in Rowing in Men’s Single Scull Event 

Balraj Panwar secured India’s first Paris Olympics quota in rowing. He achieved this by securing third position in the men’s single scull event at the 2024 in Chungju, South Korea, on April 21, 2024.

  1. Panwar, a 25-year-old rower from the Indian Army, demonstrated remarkable performance by clocking 7 minutes and 1.27 seconds in the 2000-metre race.
  2. His performance secured the Olympic quota.
  3. In the men’s single scull category, the top five finishers earn an Olympic berth.

Q: Who secured India’s first Paris Olympics quota in rowing?

a) Balraj Panwar
b) ViSuraj Phogat
c) Rajesh Malik
d) Dinesh Hooda

Ans : a) Balraj Panwar

Vinesh Phogat, Anshu Malik, and Reetika Hooda secured quotas for the Paris Olympics 2024

Indian wrestlers Vinesh Phogat, Anshu Malik, and Reetika Hooda secured quotas for the Paris Olympics 2024 at the Asian Olympic qualifiers in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.

  1. Vinesh Phogat won in the 50 kg category by defeating Laura Ganikyzy of Kazakhstan with a score of 10-0.
  2. Anshu Malik clinched victory in the 57 kg category by defeating Laylokhon Sobirova of Uzbekistan with a score of 11-0.
  3. Reetika Hooda won in the 76 kg category by defeating Hui T. Chang of Chinese Taipei with a score of 7-0.
  4. Phogat, Anshu, and Reetika will face Aktenge Keunimjaeva, Kexin Hong, and Juan Wang of China, respectively, in the upcoming matches.
  5. Another Indian wrestler, Mansi Ahlawat, faced a defeat against Hyon G. Mun of North Korea with a score of 0-6.
  6. The World Qualifiers in Turkey from May 9 will be the last opportunity for wrestlers to secure quotas for the Paris Games.

Q: Who secured a quota for the Paris Olympics 2024 in wrestling?

a) Vinesh Phogat
b) Anshu Malik
c) Reetika Hooda
d) All of the above

Ans : d) All of the above

Q: In which weight category in wrestling did Vinesh Phogat compete to secure quota for the Paris Olympics?

a) 50 kg
b) 57 kg
c) 76 kg
d) 60 kg

Ans : a) 50 kg

Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi appointed as Next Chief of Naval Staff

Vice Chief of Naval Staff Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi has been appointed as the next Chief of the Indian Navy. He will succeed Admiral R Hari Kumar who is retiring on 30th April 2024.

Previously, Mr Tripathi has served as the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Western Naval Command.

He is Communication and Electronic Warfare specialist and served on frontline warships of the Navy as Signal Communication Officer and Electronic Warfare Officer.

He commanded the Indian naval ships Vinash, Kirch and Trishul.

Vice Admiral Tripathi is a recipient of the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and the Nausena Medal for devotion to duty.

Q: Who has been appointed as the next Chief of the Indian Navy in April 2024 ?

a) Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi
b) Admiral R Hari Kumar
c) Vice Admiral Vinod Kumar Singh
d) Rear Admiral Anil Chawla

Correct Answer: a) Vice Admiral Dinesh K Tripathi

Lok Sabha Elections 2024: Phase 1 conducted peacefully, more than 60% voter turnout 

The first phase of General Elections 2024 occurred on April 19, 2024.

  • Polling was conducted peacefully in 10 states/UTs to elect members for the 18th Lok Sabha.
  • A voter turnout of over 60% across states/UTs.
  • Polls for State Legislative Assemblies of Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh were also held.

Q: Which two states had polls for their State Legislative Assemblies during the first phase of elections?

a) Uttar Pradesh and Bihar
b) Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh
c) Gujarat and Maharashtra
d) Kerala and Tamil Nadu

Ans : b) Sikkim and Arunachal Pradesh

DRDO conducted successful Flight Test of Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile from ITR Chandipur

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight test of an Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile on April 18, 2024 at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha.

  1. The test flight was monitored from an Indian Air Force Su-30-Mk-I aircraft.
  2. The successful test demonstrated the reliable performance of the indigenous propulsion system developed by the Gas Turbine Research Establishment.
  3. The missile is equipped with advanced avionics and software for improved performance and reliability.
  4. Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh congratulated DRDO for the successful test, emphasizing the significance of indigenous long-range subsonic cruise missiles with indigenous propulsion.
  5. Chairman of DRDO, Dr. Samir V Kamat, praised the entire DRDO team for the successful launch of the Indigenous Technology Cruise Missile.

Q: What was highlighted as a major achievement in the successful test of Cruise Missile on April 18, 2024 at the Integrated Test Range in Chandipur, Odisha ?

a) Advanced avionics technology
b) Indigenous propulsion system
c) Collaboration with international partners
d) Use of nuclear propulsion

Correct Answer: b) Indigenous propulsion system

Q: Who is the chairman of DRDO?

a) Rajnath Singh
b) Samir V Kamat
c) Narendra Modi
d) Bipin Rawat

Correct Answer: b) Samir V Kamat

Lok Sabha Election : First phase of polling, scheduled for April 19, 2024

India is gearing up for the world’s largest democratic exercise with the commencement of voting for the 18th Lok Sabha and Legislative Assemblies in four states, marking the start of the General Elections 2024.

  1. The first phase of polling, scheduled for April 19, 2024, will cover 102 Parliamentary Constituencies and 92 Assembly Constituencies across 21 States/UTs, with over 18 lakh polling officials deployed across 1.87 lakh polling stations.
  2. In first phase approximately 16.63 crore voters, including first-time voters and young voters aged between 20-29 years, are expected to participate in this election, with a total of 1625 candidates contesting, including 134 females.
  3. The Election Commission has deployed various resources such as helicopters, special trains, and vehicles to facilitate smooth polling and ensure security across the country.
  4. The remaining six phases of polling will continue until June 1, with the counting of votes scheduled for June 4, shaping the future of India as it celebrates the spirit of democracy.

Q: What is the primary focus of the General Elections 2024 in India?

a) Electing the President
b) Voting for the Lok Sabha members
c) Selecting state governors
d) Choosing municipal representatives

Ans : b) Voting for the Lok Sabha members

India clinches 2 Silver and 2 Bronze Medals At European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad 2024 

Indian team has secured 2 Silver and 2 Bronze medals in the 13th European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2024 held in Tskaltubo, Georgia from April 11 – 17, 2024.

Gunjan Agarwal of Gurgaon and Sanjana Philo Chacko of Thiruvananthapuram won Silver medals while Larissa from Hissar and Pune’s Saee Patil won Bronze medals. All four contestants secured medals at EGMO.

Q: Who among the following won a Silver medal at the 13th European Girls’ Mathematical Olympiad (EGMO) 2024?

a) Gunjan Agarwal and Saee Patil
b) Larissa and Sanjana Philo Chacko
c) Gunjan Agarwal and Sanjana Philo Chacko
d) Saee Patil and Sanjana Philo Chacko

Ans : c) Gunjan Agarwal and Sanjana Philo Chacko

Exoskeleton Technology: International Workshop in Bengaluru on April 16-17

The first international workshop on ‘Emerging Technologies and Challenges for Exoskeleton’ took place in Bengaluru on April 16-17.

  • Exoskeleton technology involves wearable structures that enhance human strength.
  • Dr. Samir V Kamat and Lt Gen JP Mathew were notable figures in attendance, representing the Department of Defence R&D, DRDO, and the Integrated Defence Staff.
  • The workshop attracted over 300 attendees from DRDO, Services, Industry, Academia, and Researchers, aiming to advance the development of wearable exoskeleton structures to enhance human capabilities.

Q: What is Exoskeleton Technology?

a) A form of virtual reality gaming equipment
b) Wearable structures that enhance human strength
c) A software used for cybersecurity purposes
d) A method of renewable energy production

Answer: b) Wearable structures that enhance human strength

IMF forecast India’s GDP growth projection to 6.8% for FY 2024-25

The International Monetary Fund (IMF), on 16 April 2024 raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth projection to 6.8 percent for the financial year (FY) 2024-25, up from its previous forecast of 6.5 percent.

  • India’s growth is attributed to strong domestic demand and a rising working-age population.
  • The global growth rate is estimated at 3.2 percent in 2023, projected to continue at the same pace in FY 2024-25 and FY 2025-26.
  • India remains the fastest growing economy globally, surpassing China’s growth projection of 4.6 percent during the same period.

Q: What is India’s revised GDP growth projection for the financial year 2024-25, according to the IMF forecast April 20204?

a) 6.5 percent
b) 6.8 percent
c) 7.0 percent
d) 6.2 percent

Ans : b) 6.8 percent

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