1. What is the purpose of the ‘Karmayogi Saptah’ initiative launched by PM Modi?
Correct answer: Train civil servants for future readiness. ‘Karmayogi Saptah’ focuses on upskilling government officials to improve governance and service delivery.
2. Which two countries signed an Audio-Visual Co-Production Agreement in October 2024?
Correct answer: India and Colombia. This agreement promotes collaboration in film and digital content production, strengthening cultural ties between the two nations.
3. How many haemodialysis machines did India send to Papua New Guinea in 2024?
Correct answer: 12. India provided 12 haemodialysis machines to Papua New Guinea as part of its medical diplomacy and healthcare aid program.
4. What humanitarian aid did India send to Lebanon in October 2024?
Correct answer: Medical supplies. India sent a large consignment of essential medical supplies to Lebanon to aid healthcare services during a humanitarian crisis.
5. What major change did the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) introduce in its grey listing rules in 2024?
Correct answer: A new risk-based approach. FATF introduced this approach to make grey listing criteria more dynamic and focused on specific threats.
6. Who is the current Chief Minister of Haryana as of October 2024?
Correct answer: Nayab Singh Saini. He assumed office recently, succeeding Manohar Lal Khattar as Chief Minister of Haryana.
7. Which global index provider is including India’s sovereign bonds in the Emerging Markets Government Bond Index in 2025?
Correct answer: FTSE Russell. India’s inclusion is expected to attract significant investments into its sovereign bond market.
8. What is the name of the coastal security exercise conducted by the Indian Coast Guard in October 2024?
Correct answer: Sagar Kavach. This exercise aims to enhance coastal security coordination among maritime agencies.
9. Who has been appointed as the CEO of Acko Life?
Correct answer: Sandip Goenka. He was recently appointed CEO of Acko Life to lead its strategic initiatives and market expansion.
10. On which occasion did NHRC organize a national conference on older persons’ rights in October 2024?
Correct answer: NHRC’s 31st Foundation Day. The conference focused on enhancing awareness and policymaking for elderly rights.
