1. Which city did PM Narendra Modi visit as part of his historic trip to Brunei?
Correct answer: Bandar Seri Begawan. PM Modi’s visit to the capital of Brunei marked a historic moment in strengthening bilateral ties and advancing regional cooperation.
2. What is India’s target for alcoholic beverage exports as per the ‘Make in India’ initiative?
Correct answer: Rs. 8,000 crore. India has set this ambitious target to enhance its global market share in alcoholic beverages, contributing significantly to the economy.
3. Who has been appointed as a selector for the Indian men’s cricket team?
Correct answer: Ajay Ratra. His experience and insights have been deemed invaluable for the Indian cricket team’s selection process.
4. Who was named as the first Indian ambassador of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Foundation?
Correct answer: Sharath Kamal. He was chosen for his contributions to promoting table tennis and his remarkable achievements on the international stage.
5. Which country did India sign a semiconductor partnership agreement with in 2024?
Correct answer: Singapore. The agreement aims to boost India’s capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing and R&D.
6. Which fintech company launched India’s first multi-brand co-branded credit card in collaboration with RuPay & Yes Bank?
Correct answer: POP. This innovative product aims to provide more value to customers by bringing multiple brands under one platform.
7. What is the name of the government initiative that provides Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) in India?
Correct answer: Vishvasya-Blockchain Technology Stack. This initiative enhances transparency and security in digital services.
8. Which ministry won the National Award for e-Governance 2024 (Gold) for the Poshan Tracker initiative?
Correct answer: Ministry of Women and Child Development. The Poshan Tracker is a vital tool for monitoring nutritional outcomes and improving public health.
9. Who won India’s first-ever Paralympic gold medal in archery?
Correct answer: Harvinder Singh. His remarkable performance brought glory to India in the Paralympic archery event.
10. Who secured the silver medal in the men’s shot put F46 event at the Paris 2024 Paralympics?
Correct answer: Sachin Sarjerao Khilari. His outstanding performance in the F46 event earned him a silver medal.
