Current Affairs Quiz 4th Sep 2024
Directions for the quiz:
1. This quiz is meant to test your current affairs knowledge.
2. Each question has 4 options. Select the most appropriate answer.
3. For additional information, refer to Daily Current Affairs Today 4th Sep, 2024.
1. How many schemes has the Union Cabinet approved to improve farmers’ income and agriculture?
Correct answer: 7. These schemes are aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity and farmer welfare.
2. What is the total outlay of the schemes approved by the Union Cabinet for agriculture?
Correct answer: Rs 14,235.30 crore. This investment aims to boost the agricultural sector in India.
3. Who is the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh?
Correct answer: Shivraj Singh Chouhan. He has been serving as the CM of Madhya Pradesh.
4. On which occasion was the ‘Brindavan Gram’ scheme announced?
Correct answer: Janmashtami. The scheme focuses on rural development inspired by Lord Krishna’s life.
5. Where was the first overseas IIT Delhi campus inaugurated?
Correct answer: Abu Dhabi. This marks a significant milestone in India’s global education outreach.
6. Who inaugurated the IIT Delhi Abu Dhabi campus?
Correct answer: Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The inauguration signifies strong UAE-India ties.
7. Which Bollywood actress has been named the global brand ambassador for L’Oreal Paris?
Correct answer: Alia Bhatt. Her association brings a fresh global appeal to the brand.
8. What event did Sharad Kumar and Mariyappan Thangavelu compete in at the 2024 Paralympics?
Correct answer: High Jump. They represented India in the T63 category at the Paralympics.
9. What was Sharad Kumar’s winning height in the men’s high jump T63 event at the 2024 Paralympics?
Correct answer: 1.88m. This earned him a medal in the high jump T63 event.
10. Which para-athlete defended their title at the 2024 Paralympics in javelin throw?
Correct answer: Sumit Antil. He achieved this historic feat at the 2024 Paralympics.
