Current Affairs Quiz 18th Oct 2024
Directions for the quiz:
1. This quiz is meant to be a check for your learning and serves as a tool for assessment.
2. It is designed to check your Current Affairs General Knowledge and provide an assessment.
3. Each question is followed by 4 options. Select the most appropriate one.
4. Before taking this quiz, we recommend you read Daily Current Affairs Today 18th Oct, 2024.
1. Which section of the Citizenship Act was upheld by the Supreme Court on October 17, 2024?
Correct answer: Section 6A. This section pertains to special provisions for citizenship in Assam, upheld by the Supreme Court.
2. Which major tech company has partnered with the Indian government to launch the “Scam se Bacho” initiative?
Correct answer: Meta. Meta collaborated with the Indian government to combat online scams through this initiative.
3. What is the new Advance Reservation Period (ARP) for Indian Railways as of November 1, 2024?
Correct answer: 60 days. This change aligns with Indian Railways’ updated ticketing policies for convenience.
4. Who was the Hamas chief killed by Israeli forces on October 17, 2024?
Correct answer: Yahya Sinwar. Yahya Sinwar was targeted by Israeli forces due to his role in orchestrating militant activities.
5. What event did NITI Aayog host on October 17-18, 2024, in New Delhi?
Correct answer: International Methanol Seminar. This seminar focused on methanol as a sustainable fuel alternative.
6. Which Indian cricketer was inducted into the ICC Hall of Fame in 2024?
Correct answer: Neetu David. Neetu David was recognized for her remarkable contributions to women’s cricket.
7. Which NBFC was barred by the RBI from disbursing loans starting October 21, 2024?
Correct answer: All of the above. RBI imposed a loan disbursal ban on these NBFCs due to regulatory non-compliance.
8. What is the name of the initiative launched in Hyderabad to enhance bilateral ties between India and Turkiye?
Correct answer: Indo-Turkiye Friendship Association. This initiative fosters cultural and economic ties between the nations.
9. What facility did the Union Minister Dr. Jitendra Singh inaugurate at Thiruvananthapuram International Airport?
Correct answer: Self-powered indoor air quality monitor. This innovation monitors and ensures optimal air quality within the airport.
10. In which Indian state did the “Mera Hou Chongba” festival take place amidst ethnic tensions?
Correct answer: Manipur. This festival aimed to promote unity and preserve cultural heritage amidst ongoing ethnic challenges.
