0 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 03.06.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. The Reserve Bank has imposed a fine of how many lakh rupees on foreign lender HSBC for violating the Foreign Exchange Management Act? Rs 25.56 lakh Rs 32.77 lakh Rs 36.38 lakh Rs 41.11 lakh Explanation: A penalty of Rs 36.38 lakh was imposed on HSBC by RBI for violation of FEMA rules. On May 29, a penalty of Rs 36.38 lakh imposed on foreign lender HSBC by the Reserve Bank of India for violations of the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA). The central bank said HSBC did not comply with the reporting requirements under the Liberalised Remittance Scheme of FEMA, 1999. 2 / 10 Q2. Hindi Journalism Day is celebrated every year on May 30. When did Pt. Jugal Kishore Shukla launch the first Hindi newspaper, "Udant Martand? 1826 1833 1851 1858 Explanation: Every year on 30 May, Hindi Journalism Day (Hindi Patrakarita Diwas) is celebrated. This day is dedicated to the special contribution of Hindi journalists who work for public welfare with full of truth and courage. In the Udant Martand era, the number of important publications increased and the number of journalists in this field also increased. 3 / 10 Q3. As per ILO, the Global unemployment rate is expected to fall slightly to __________ in 2024 4.5% 2.7% 3.8% 4.9% Explanation: As per ILO, the Global unemployment rate is expected to fall slightly to 4.9% in 2024. The global unemployment rate is expected to fall from 5.0% in 2023 to 4.9% in 2024. In January, the ILO estimated that unemployment would remain at 5.2%, driven by expected increases in unemployment in advanced economies. ILO lowered its unemployment rate due to lower-than-expected unemployment rates in China, India, and high-income countries. 4 / 10 Q4. Which countries has launched its first space agency and plans to make a Mars landing by 2045? South Korea Israel Australia Indonesia Explanation: South Korea launched its first space agency. South Korea has plans to make a Mars landing by 2045. President Yoon Suk Yeol said it plans to spend 100 trillion won ($72.6 billion) until then on space exploration. The Korea Aerospace Administration (KASA) will lead the country’s “space economy”. South Korea’s first lunar lander is planned for 2032. 5 / 10 Q5.RBI’s FY24 income spending has declined by over ______ to ₹64,694.33 crore from ₹1,48,037.04 crore in FY23. 55% 56% 57% 58% Explanation: FY24 income of RBI has increased 17% to ₹2,75,572.32 crore. RBI’s FY24 income spending has declined by 56.3% to ₹64,694.33 crore from ₹1,48,037.04 crore in FY23. RBI’s annual report showed that the size of its balance sheet increased by 11% (₹7,02,946.97 crore) to ₹70,47,703.21 crore from ₹63,44,756.24 crore in FY23. On the asset side, the increase was because of rise in foreign investments, gold, and loans and advances by 13.9%, 18.26% and 30.05%, respectively. 6 / 10 Q6. What is the theme for World No Tobacco Day 2024? Protecting children from tobacco industry interference Tobacco free Earth Tobacco and Climate Change Tobacco industry, Health industry and Life Explanation: World No Tobacco Day is observed every to spread awareness about the potential risks of Tobacco. The main objective of the day is to bring global attention towards the tobacco epidemic and the preventable death and disease it causes. World Health Assembly had started the World No Tobacco Day by passing a resolution in 1987. The nicotine present in tobacco causes cardiovascular and respiratory diseases. The theme of this year’s World No Tobacco Day is "Protecting children from tobacco industry interference". 7 / 10 Q7. In which country is the multi-national military exercise 'Red Flag 24' being organized? India Japan France USA Explanation: A contingent of the Indian Air Force (IAF) recently arrived at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska to participate in the prestigious multi-national exercise, Red Flag 24. It is being organized in two phases at Nellis Air Force Base in Nevada and Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska. Red Flag exercises have been organized since 1975. 8 / 10 Q8. Where was the Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting held? Mumbai Kochi Chennai Ahmedabad Explanation: The 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM-46) and the 26th Committee on Environmental Protection (CEP-26) meeting were held in Kochi, Kerala, hosted by India. It was organized from May 20 to May 30, 2024. During the event, Union Minister Kiren Rijiju announced India's plan to establish an Antarctic research station, Maitri-II. 9 / 10 Q9. Which ministry has recently launched the Mass Communication Internship Program? Home Ministry Jal Shakti Ministry External Affairs Ministry Agriculture Ministry Explanation: Recently, the Department of River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation, under the Ministry of Jal Shakti, has announced the Mass Communication Internship Program. Under this program, research scholar students will be included as interns. The duration of internship will be six to nine months. On completion of the internship program, candidates will be given an honorarium of Rs 15,000 per month and an internship certificate. 10 / 10 Q10. Researchers from which institute have developed a new and safe method for large-scale production of recombinant proteins? Indian Institute of Science Tata Institute of Fundamental Research Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research Indian Agricultural Research Institute Explanation: Researchers at the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) have developed a safe process for producing recombinant proteins (RPs), which are proteins modified by recombinant DNA (rDNA) technology. Traditionally, RPs such as insulin and monoclonal antibodies are produced using organisms such as the yeast Pichia pastoris, which uses hazardous methanol. The new method uses mono-sodium glutamate (MSG) as a safer alternative. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC QUIZ 01.06.2024 UPSC QUIZ 03.06.2024
