Current Affairs Quiz 15th Dec 2024
Directions for the quiz:
1. This quiz, based on Current Affairs from 15th Dec 2024, is designed to test your knowledge.
2. The quiz aims to assess your understanding of recent events in various fields.
3. Each question is followed by four options. Choose the most appropriate answer.
4. Before taking the quiz, review the article Daily Current Affairs Today 15th Dec, 2024
1. How many additional K-9 Vajra howitzer guns did the CCS approve for acquisition?
Correct answer: 100. The CCS approved the acquisition of 100 K-9 Vajra howitzer guns.
2. What is the focus of the Zorawar tank trials?
Correct answer: High-altitude combat. Zorawar tank trials focus on high-altitude combat.
3. What was the main agenda of the Fourth National Conference of Chief Secretaries?
Correct answer: Common development agenda. The conference aimed to develop a common agenda between central and state governments.
4. Why did CARE Ratings lower India’s FY25 GDP growth forecast?
Correct answer: Contraction in corporate profitability. CARE Ratings cited this as a reason for the GDP forecast revision.
5. What tax rate will Indian companies face on dividends in Switzerland starting January 2025?
Correct answer: 10%. Indian companies in Switzerland will face a 10% tax rate on dividends from 2025.
6. Which organization secured a three-year media rights deal with Sony Sports Network?
Correct answer: Hockey India League. HIL signed a media rights deal with Sony Sports Network.
7. Which healthcare innovation is AIIMS Delhi focusing on with Wipro GE Healthcare?
Correct answer: AI Health Innovations Hub. AIIMS Delhi and Wipro GE Healthcare partnered for this initiative.
8. Who recently announced retirement from international cricket?
Correct answer: Imad Wasim. The Pakistani cricketer retired from international cricket.
9. Which organization partnered with NCERT to launch educational YouTube channels?
Correct answer: Google. Google partnered with NCERT to launch YouTube channels for education.
10. When will the Hockey India League 2024-25 season begin?
Correct answer: December 28, 2024. The Hockey India League 2024-25 season starts on this date.
