Current Affairs Quiz 20th Aug 2024
Directions for the quiz:
1. This quiz is meant to check your learning and serve as a tool for assessment.
2. It is designed to check your General Knowledge and provide an assessment of the same.
3. Each question in the quiz is followed by 4 options. Select the most appropriate option for each question.
4. Before taking this quiz, we recommend that you go through the article, Daily Current Affairs Today 20th Aug, 2024.
1. Who released the centenary commemorative coin in honor of Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi on August 18, 2024?
Correct answer: Rajnath Singh. The Defence Minister honored the legacy of Dr. Kalaignar M. Karunanidhi with a centenary commemorative coin.
2. How many new nuclear reactors did China approve for construction in August 2024?
Correct answer: 11. China approved the construction of 11 new nuclear reactors to enhance its energy capacity.
3. Which country will Nepal export 1,000 MW of electricity to as announced in August 2024?
Correct answer: India. Nepal will export 1,000 MW of electricity to India as part of its energy trade agreements.
4. Which Indian state’s Chief Minister inaugurated 16 industrial projects worth Rs 3,683 crore in Sri City?
Correct answer: Andhra Pradesh. The Chief Minister inaugurated these projects to boost the state’s industrial growth.
5. How much investment did Rajasthan secure in proposals ahead of the ‘Rising Rajasthan’ Investment Summit 2024?
Correct answer: Rs 5.21 lakh crore. Rajasthan secured significant investment proposals to accelerate its economic growth.
6. Who recently took over as the Director General of Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC)?
Correct answer: Ashok Kumar Singh. He assumed the role to drive reforms in ESIC for employee welfare.
7. On what date did Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi chair a high-level meeting focusing on the Indian Army’s transformational initiatives?
Correct answer: August 20, 2024. The meeting focused on strategic initiatives for the Army’s modernization.
8. By how much did net foreign direct investment (FDI) in India rise in Q1 FY25?
Correct answer: $6.9 billion. This increase reflects India’s growing appeal as a global investment destination.
9. Which fintech company received approval from the NCLT for its merger with North East Small Finance Bank?
Correct answer: Slice. This merger is expected to enhance financial services in Northeast India.
10. Which countries were included in the ministerial dialogue held in Delhi on August 20, 2024?
Correct answer: India and Japan. The dialogue focused on enhancing bilateral trade and strategic partnerships.
