Multiple Choice Questions
Test your knowledge on current affairs and general knowledge with these interactive MCQs.
1. What is ‘LSAM 20 (Yard 130)’, recently seen in news?
Correct Answer: A [Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge]
Notes:
The launch of the ‘Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile Barge, LSAM 20 (Yard 130)’, 6th Barge of the 11 x ACTCM Barge Project, built by MSME Shipyard, M/s Suryadipta Projects Pvt Ltd, Thane for Indian Navy, occurred on 29 Apr 24. The contract was signed on 05 Mar 21. These Barges, designed and built indigenously, enhance operational capabilities by facilitating transportation and embarkation of ammunition. They are a part of the Make in India initiative.
2. High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), recently seen in the news, is developed by which country?
Correct Answer: D [USA]
Notes:
HIMARS (High Mobility Artillery Rocket System) is a lightweight mobile launcher developed by the United States. It’s designed to fire various rockets and missiles, and has been used in several recent conflicts.
3. Which institute recently established ‘DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence’?
Correct Answer: A [IIT Hyderabad]
Notes:
IIT Hyderabad recently established the ‘DRDO-Industry-Academia Centre of Excellence’ to promote collaborative research and development in defense technologies.
4. Which country recently test-fired its first hypersonic missile ‘Hwasong-8’?
Correct Answer: B [North Korea]
Notes:
North Korea test-fired its first hypersonic missile called Hwasong-8. Hypersonic missiles are much faster and more maneuverable than standard missiles, making them harder to intercept.
5. The ‘Nord Stream 2’ pipeline, recently in news, connects Russia with which country?
Correct Answer: A [Germany]
Notes:
Nord Stream 2 is a 1,230-kilometer-long natural gas pipeline from Russia to Germany running through the Baltic Sea, bypassing Ukraine and Poland.
6. ‘Blue Flag’ exercise, recently in news, is an international aerial exercise hosted by which country?
Correct Answer: B [Israel]
Notes:
Blue Flag is a biennial aerial exercise hosted by Israel with participation from multiple nations. It is designed to enhance interoperability among participating nations.
7. Who has been appointed as the new Chief of Naval Staff of Indian Navy?
Correct Answer: C [Vice Admiral R Hari Kumar]
Notes:
Vice Admiral R Hari Kumar has been appointed as the next Chief of Naval Staff. He was previously the Flag Officer Commanding-in-Chief Western Naval Command.
8. Which of the following has been named as the ‘Word of the Year 2023’ by Oxford Dictionary?
Correct Answer: C [Rizz]
Notes:
‘Rizz’ was declared Oxford’s Word of the Year for 2023. It refers to romantic appeal or charm – especially the ability to attract a romantic or sexual partner through style, charm, or attractiveness.
9. The Global Hunger Index 2023 ranked India at which position?
Correct Answer: C [107th]
Notes:
India was ranked 107th out of 121 countries in the Global Hunger Index 2023. The report categorized India’s hunger level as “serious”.
10. ‘Operation Sard Hawa’ is associated with which security force?
Correct Answer: B [Border Security Force (BSF)]
Notes:
‘Operation Sard Hawa’ is conducted by the Border Security Force (BSF) to strengthen security along the India-Pakistan border in Rajasthan.
11. Which of the following Indian port has recently become the first 100% Landlord Major Port of India?
Correct Answer: C [Deendayal Port]
Notes:
Deendayal Port (formerly known as Kandla Port) has become the first Major Port of India to become a 100% Landlord Port having all berths operated on PPP model.
12. Who has been appointed as the new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India in 2023?
Correct Answer: A [General Anil Chauhan]
Notes:
General Anil Chauhan was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India in September 2022. He succeeded General Bipin Rawat, who passed away in a helicopter crash.
13. Which of the following Indian states has the largest area under forest cover according to the India State of Forest Report 2021?
Correct Answer: B [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
According to the India State of Forest Report 2021, Madhya Pradesh has the largest area under forest cover, followed by Arunachal Pradesh, Chhattisgarh, Odisha, and Maharashtra.
14. Which Indian state/UT has launched ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyami Yojana’ to provide financial assistance to women entrepreneurs?
Correct Answer: A [Bihar]
Notes:
Bihar government launched the ‘Mukhyamantri Mahila Udyami Yojana’ to provide financial assistance of Rs 10 lakh to women entrepreneurs to start new businesses.
15. Who has been appointed as the new Director of CBI (Central Bureau of Investigation)?
Correct Answer: A [Praveen Sood]
Notes:
Praveen Sood, former Director General of Police of Karnataka, was appointed as the Director of CBI for a period of two years.
16. What is the name of India’s first solar mission launched by ISRO?
Correct Answer: B [Aditya-L1]
Notes:
Aditya-L1 is India’s first dedicated scientific mission to study the Sun. It was successfully launched by ISRO in 2023 and is placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system.
17. Which country’s parliament approved a law in 2023 to ban religious conversion?
Correct Answer: C [Nepal]
Notes:
Nepal’s parliament approved a controversial bill to ban religious conversion, which has raised concerns about religious freedom in the country.
18. Which country has become the first in the world to approve a CRISPR gene therapy for sickle cell disease?
Correct Answer: B [United Kingdom]
Notes:
The United Kingdom became the first country to approve a CRISPR gene-editing therapy for sickle cell disease and beta thalassemia, marking a major milestone in genetic medicine.
19. Which state/UT has launched the ‘PM-USHA scheme’ for women’s empowerment?
Correct Answer: B [Jammu and Kashmir]
Notes:
PM-USHA (Pradhan Mantri Uttam Shakti Haath) scheme was launched in Jammu and Kashmir for women’s empowerment, skill development, and providing employment opportunities.
20. Which country was selected as the first ‘Country of Focus’ at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI)?
Correct Answer: B [Japan]
Notes:
Japan was selected as the first ‘Country of Focus’ at the 54th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) held in Goa, showcasing its rich cinematic heritage.
