Current Affairs: General Knowledge Quiz! Trivia
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Do you know about current affairs? This quiz will show you how current affairs can affect the lives of people in other countries. For this quiz, you will want to identify which bank has approved a loan to help India, what did British scientists develop, who was the first swimmer in the London Olympics, and what did the National Association of Software predict etc. Take this quiz and see how much you know about current affairs.
- 1.
What is the New Name of West Bengal?
- A.
Paschim Banga
- B.
King of the Bongo
- C.
Bongo Bumi
- D.
Bongodesh
Correct Answer
A. Paschim Banga -
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Which Bank has approved a 500 million dollar loan to help India improve rail services?
- A.
Asian Bank
- B.
Reserve Bank of India
- C.
Asian Develepment Bank
- D.
Merchant Bank
Correct Answer
C. Asian Develepment BankExplanation
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a 500 million dollar loan to help India improve rail services. The ADB is an international financial institution that aims to promote economic and social progress in Asia. By providing this loan, the ADB is supporting India's efforts to enhance its rail infrastructure, which will ultimately contribute to the country's economic development and improve transportation services for its citizens.Rate this question:
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- 3.
Find the Indian Mathematician, won the Knuth Prize in 2011?
- A.
Ravi Kannan
- B.
Ram Dev Varma
- C.
Rana Prasad
Correct Answer
A. Ravi KannanExplanation
Ravi Kannan is the correct answer because he is an Indian mathematician who won the Knuth Prize in 2011. The Knuth Prize is a prestigious award given to individuals who have made significant contributions to the field of theoretical computer science. Ravi Kannan's achievements and contributions in the field have been recognized and honored with this award.Rate this question:
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- 4.
British scientists developed an implanted sleeve that can cure diabetes. What is the new device name?
- A.
Cardio Monitor
- B.
EndoBarrier.
- C.
Smart Meter
Correct Answer
B. EndoBarrier.Explanation
The correct answer is EndoBarrier. The question asks for the name of the new device developed by British scientists that can cure diabetes. Out of the given options, only EndoBarrier is a device that is specifically designed to treat diabetes. Cardio Monitor is a device used to monitor heart activity, and Smart Meter is a device used to measure blood glucose levels, but neither of them can cure diabetes. Therefore, the correct answer is EndoBarrier.Rate this question:
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Select the Mountain name, not in India?
- A.
Mount Abu
- B.
Kalsubai
- C.
Dunagiri
- D.
Mount Tahan
Correct Answer
D. Mount TahanExplanation
Mount Tahan is the correct answer because it is not located in India. Mount Abu is a mountain in India, Kalsubai is the highest peak in the Western Ghats in India, and Dunagiri is located in Uttarakhand. Mount Tahan, on the other hand, is the highest peak in Peninsular Malaysia and is not in India.Rate this question:
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- 6.
Who is First Swimmer, to qualify for the London Olympics in 2012?
- A.
Virdhawal Khade
- B.
Sandeep Sejwal
- C.
Ronjan Sodhi
Correct Answer
B. Sandeep SejwalExplanation
Sandeep Sejwal was the first swimmer to qualify for the London Olympics in 2012.Rate this question:
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Annual Plan for Tamil Nadu for 2011-12 was finalized at.
- A.
Rs.22214 Crore
- B.
Rs. 23535 Crore
- C.
Rs.1890 Crore
Correct Answer
B. Rs. 23535 CroreExplanation
The correct answer is Rs. 23535 Crore. This amount was finalized as the Annual Plan for Tamil Nadu for the fiscal year 2011-12.Rate this question:
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National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) on 23 August 2011 predicted that IT companies would continue to grow globally at ..... in 2011-2012.
- A.
16-18 per cent
- B.
14-17 Per cent
- C.
20-22 Per cent
Correct Answer
A. 16-18 per centExplanation
NASSCOM predicted that IT companies would continue to grow globally at a rate of 16-18 per cent in 2011-2012. This indicates that the IT industry was expected to experience significant growth during that period, with a projected increase in revenue and market share. The range of 16-18 per cent suggests a steady and healthy growth rate for the IT sector, which aligns with the overall trend of technological advancements and increasing demand for software and services during that time.Rate this question:
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- 9.
New research published in Science magazine nature revealed that more.......... in the atmosphere causes soil to release the greenhouse gases methane and nitrous oxide.
- A.
Carbon Monoxide
- B.
Carbo Hydrate
- C.
Carbon
- D.
Carbon dioxide
Correct Answer
D. Carbon dioxideExplanation
The correct answer is carbon dioxide because the research published in Science magazine found that an increase in carbon dioxide in the atmosphere leads to the release of greenhouse gases methane and nitrous oxide from the soil. This suggests that carbon dioxide acts as a catalyst for the release of these gases, contributing to the greenhouse effect and climate change.Rate this question:
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- 10.
According to a survey by MyHiringClub.com, recruitment by Indian IT companies witnessed a slowdown in August 2011.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
A. TrueExplanation
The explanation for the given correct answer is that the survey conducted by MyHiringClub.com revealed that there was a slowdown in recruitment by Indian IT companies in August 2011. This suggests that there was a decrease in the number of job opportunities or hiring activities in the IT sector during that time period.Rate this question:
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