1 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 17.07.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. What is the quick estimate of IIP with 2011-12 base for May 2024? 150.6 154.2 158.4 162.8 Explanation For May 2024, the Quick Estimates of IIP with base 2011-12 stands at 154.2 against 145.6 in May 2023. The IIP growth rate for May 2024 over May 2023 is at a 7-month high of 5.9 %. The IIP growth rate in May 2023 was 5.7 %. The Indices of Industrial Production for the Mining, Manufacturing and Electricity sectors for May 2024 stand at 136.5, 149.7 and 229.3 respectively. The growth rates of Mining, Manufacturing and Electricity sectors for May 2024 over May 2023 are 6.6 %, 4.6 % and 13.7 % respectively. 2 / 10 Q2. IT Saksham Yuva Yojana has been approved by the cabinet of which state? Haryana Uttar Pradesh Madhya Pradesh Karnataka Explanation IT Saksham Yuva Scheme has been approved by Haryana cabinet to provide 5,000 jobs in first phase. The scheme has been designed in accordance with the ‘Mission 60,000’. ‘Mission 60,000’ was announced while presenting the 2024-25 budget proposals. It was announced aiming to give employment to minimum 60,000 young individuals from poor families. As part of this scheme, employment will be given to the youths who are graduate or postgraduate applicants from IT backgrounds. The aspirants will be required to undertake the Haryana IT programme for at least three months. 3 / 10 Q3. Government amended rules to give Lt Governor of Jammu and Kashmir more power. Which of the following statements is correct related to it? 1. The Ministry of Home Affairs has amended the rules of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019. 2. After this amendment, any elected government in the Union Territory will have limited powers in matters related to internal security, transfers, and prosecution. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation The Ministry of Home Affairs has amended the rules of the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019 to give more power to the Lieutenant Governor. After this amendment, any elected government in the Union Territory will have limited powers in matters related to internal security, transfers, prosecution, and appointment of government lawyers, including the Attorney-General. As per the new rule, the Department of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs will submit the proposal for the appointment of an Advocate-General and other law officers for approval from the Lt Governor through the Chief Secretary and the Chief Minister. Any proposal regarding the grant or refusal of prosecution sanction or filing of an appeal will be placed before the Lt Governor through the Chief Secretary. It has given more powers to Lt Governor for taking decisions on police, and officers of all-India services such as the IAS and the IPS. 4 / 10 Q4. Who has been selected for the Hans von Hentig Award 2024? Dr. Nandita Grover Anil Kohli Aman Popli K. Chockalingam Explanation Renowned Indian Professor of Victimology, K. Chockalingam, has been selected for the Hans von Hentig Award by the World Society of Victimology. It is the highest award given by the society and is given in remembrance of the famous pioneer of victimology, Hans von Hentig. This award is presented once every three years to a person who has made a significant contribution to the field of victimology. Dr Chockalingam is known for his extensive contributions to the fields of education and youth development. He has received several awards for his studies in criminology and victimology. Dr. Chockalingam is currently a professor emeritus in victimology at the RV University in Bengaluru. 5 / 10 Q5. Where will India host the first World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit? Goa Maharashtra Karnataka Kerala Explanation From November 20 to 24, 2024, India will host the inaugural World Audio Visual Entertainment Summit (WAVES) in Goa.. India is among the world's largest film producing countries, according to Goa Chief Minister Pramod Sawant. Goa CM made this statement during the curtain-raiser event in Delhi. He said WAVES will be the major occasion to shape the future of India’s media and entertainment industry. • Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw addressed the gathering and said that WAVES will mark a critical milestone in the growth of India's entertainment sector 6 / 10 Q6. On July 15, 2024, K P Sharma Oli took the oath of office as prime minister of which country? Bhutan Nepal Sri Lanka Bangladesh Explanation: Khadga Prasad Sharma Oli (K P Sharma Oli) was sworn in as the Prime Minister of Nepal for the fourth time by President Ram Chandra Paudel on 15 July 2024 in Kathmandu. KP Sharma Oli will lead a coalition government after the fall of the previous coalition government led by Pushpa Kamal Dahal ‘Prachanda’. This is the fourth time that K P Sharma Oli has become the Prime Minister of Nepal. He first became the prime minister in October 2015 and remained in power til August 2016. His second term as the prime minister was from February 2018 to May 2021, and his third was from May 2021 to July 2021. 7 / 10 Q7. Which won the Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity 2024? National Centre for Organic and Natural Farming Gujarat Natural Farming Science University Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming None of the above Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) program has received the prestigious Gulbenkian Prize for Humanity 2024. This announcement was made by Dr. Angela Merkel, chair of the Jury and former Federal Chancellor of Germany. The Andhra Pradesh Community Managed Natural Farming (APCNF) is a program of the Government of Andhra Pradesh. It has been awarded for its significant contributions to global food security, climate resilience, and ecosystem protection. This initiative supports smallholder farmers, with a focus on empowering predominantly female farmers. The award comprises a prize of €1 million and is given for exceptional contributions to climate action and solutions. This award is instituted by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation (CGF). The 2024 Prize emphasizes the interconnected nature of climate-related challenges, highlighting how they lead to systemic crises. 8 / 10 Q8. Which has defeated England to win its fourth UEFA Euro title? France Germany Italy Spain Explanation: The Spanish men’s football team, also known as La Roja, won their fourth UEFA European Football Championships or the Euro Cup by defeating England 2-1 in the final played at Berlin's Olympiastadion stadium on 14 July 2024. The 17th edition of the Euro Cup was hosted by Germany from 15 June to 14 July 2024. Twenty-four teams from Europe participated in the 17th Euro Cup. 9 / 10 Q9. When is World Youth Skills Day celebrated every year? 14 July 16 July 15 July 17 July Explanation: World Youth Skills Day is celebrated every year on 15 July. This day is celebrated to raise awareness among youth about the development of technical, vocational education training and other skills relevant to both local and global economies. The theme of World Youth Skills Day 2024 is Youth Skills for Peace and Development. The theme highlights the role of youth in peace building and sustainable development. United Nations General Assembly established this day in 2014. 10 / 10 Q10. Jimmy Anderson who recently announced his retirement from international cricket belongs to which country? Australia South Africa England Ireland Explanation: James Anderson, one of cricket’s greats, retired from international cricket on July 12, 2024 after England defeated the West Indies by an innings and 114 runs at Lord’s. Anderson a right-arm fast bowler, debuted in 2002-03 and retired as the highest wicket-taker among fast bowlers with 704 wickets in 188 Test matches. He played 21 years becoming the second-most capped Test player after Sachin Tendulkar. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPS EXAM QUIZ 16.07.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 17.07.2024
