5 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 28.08.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. Which market regulator has barred Anil Dhirubhai Ambani from capital markets for five years and imposed a fine of ₹25 crore on him for siphoning off funds from Reliance Home Finance? Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI) Ministry of Finance Explanation: Anil Ambani banned from capital markets for five years by SEBI. Market regulator SEBI has barred Anil Dhirubhai Ambani from capital markets for five years and imposed a fine of Rs 25 crore on him for siphoning off funds from Reliance Home Finance. SEBI has banned key officials of Reliance Home Finance and 27 other entities from the capital markets. Anil Ambani will not be able to hold any position such as directorship or key managerial role in any listed company or any intermediary registered with SEBI for a period of five years. 2 / 10 Q2. The Innovative Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) Project was unveiled in Varanasi by a strategic alliance between NMCG, IIT (BHU), and which country? Japan Germany Denmark France Explanation: Innovative Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) Project unveiled in Varanasi by strategic alliance between NMCG, IIT (BHU) and Denmark. The Green Strategic Partnership between the Governments of India and Denmark has fostered significant collaboration, resulting in the establishment of the Smart Laboratory on Clean Rivers (SLCR) in Varanasi. This alliance is a unique tripartite initiative between the Government of India (Department of Water Resources, River Development and Ganga Rejuvenation), Indian Institute of Technology – Banaras Hindu University (IIT-BHU) and the Government of Denmark. It aims to bring excellence in conservation and management of small rivers. SLCR aims to conserve the Varuna River using a sustainable approach by leveraging expertise from both countries. 3 / 10 Q3. Who became the first female national racing champion from India? Mira Erda Shivani Pruthvi Anushriya Gulati Diana Pundole Explanation: Diana Pundole won the national championship title in the saloon category at the MRF Indian National Car Racing Championship 2024 in Chennai. She is a mother of two children and a teacher in Pune. She was one of 200 women selected from across India to undergo rigorous trials as part of a national talent hunt. Her approach to studying data and refining her driving techniques has been instrumental in her success on the track. She is the first and only female participant in the prestigious Indian Touring Cars mixed category. 4 / 10 Q4. In which states will be Kaanu, an Adivasi Knowledge Centre for South India, launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre at BR Hills? Karnataka Kerala Tamil Nadu Telangana Explanation: Kaanu will be launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre (THRC) at BR Hills, Karnataka. Kaanu is going to be an Adivasi Knowledge Centre for South India. Kaanu means evergreen forest in both Kannada and Soliga language. Kaanu aims to become the first-ever knowledge hub about the history, culture, and customs of South Indian Adivasis. The creators of this initiative include a group of academics and leaders from several Adivasi communities in South India, as well as non-Adivasi researchers. Explanation: Kaanu will be launched at the Tribal Health Resource Centre (THRC) at BR Hills, Karnataka. Kaanu is going to be an Adivasi Knowledge Centre for South India. Kaanu means evergreen forest in both Kannada and Soliga language. Kaanu aims to become the first-ever knowledge hub about the history, culture, and customs of South Indian Adivasis. The creators of this initiative include a group of academics and leaders from several Adivasi communities in South India, as well as non-Adivasi researchers. 5 / 10 Q5. How many important documents were signed between India and Ukraine recently under the direction of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine and Prime Minister Narendra Modi? Five Six Four Seven Explanation: Agreements in the fields of agriculture, medicine, and cultural cooperation have been signed by India and Ukraine. Under the direction of President Volodymyr Zelenskyy of Ukraine and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, four important documents that will improve bilateral ties in various sectors were signed. A framework for cooperation in the food industry and agriculture is part of the agreements. A MoU was signed in the area of medical product regulation by the State Service of Ukraine on Medicines and Drugs Control and the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation of India. Another MoU lays out the framework for Indian humanitarian grant support for high-impact community development initiatives in Ukraine. A Program of Cultural Cooperation spanning the years 2024–2028 was also signed. The goal of this program is to strengthen cultural links between Ukraine and India. 6 / 10 Q6. Which emerged as India's top trading partner during this year’s January-June? UAE China Singapore USA Explanation: US emerged as India's top trading partner during this year’s January-June. Exports to the US increased from $37.7 billion in January-June 2023 to $41.6 billion in January-June 2024, a growth of 10.5%. India recorded the highest trade deficit of $41.6 billion with China during the period. India exports goods to 239 countries, of which 126 showed positive growth in exports. India’s merchandise exports increased 5.41% to $230.51 billion during the first half of 2024. India’s exports to Italy, Belgium, Nepal, and Hong Kong have declined. Imports from Russia grew to $34.4 billion from $30.8 billion, an 11.65% increase. China remained the largest import supplier as imports increased from $46.2 billion to $50.1 billion. 7 / 10 Q7. Which of the following statements is correct about the portal named Building and Other Construction Workers (BoCW) Management Information System (MIS)? 1. Central government launched a centralized portal for construction workers. 2. It was launched during a review meeting chaired by labour secretary Sumita Dawra. Which of the above statement/statements are correct? 1 only 2 only Both 1 and 2 Neither 1 nor 2 Explanation: The government launched a portal named Building and Other Construction Workers (BoCW) Management Information System (MIS) for construction workers. It was launched during a review meeting chaired by labour secretary Sumita Dawra. This portal will function as the centralized data management system for the compilation and analysis of the data obtained from the BoCW welfare boards of the states. States/UTs have to register on the portal and update details including fund utilisation and registration of workers under various Central and State schemes. 8 / 10 Q8. Who has assumed the additional charge of Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI)? Kamlesh Kumar M. Suresh Rajesh Kumar Ankit Yadav Explanation: M. Suresh has assumed the additional charge of Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI). M. Suresh currently serves as a member (Air Navigation Services) in the AAI. He will hold the charge in addition to his current responsibilities for a period of three months or until further orders. He has been a member of the Airports Authority of India since September 2, 2021. He has vast experience as Regional Executive Director (North East Region) and Airport Director at Goa, Jammu, and Madurai Airports. He is an Air Navigation Service technical expert and has vast experience in the planning, provision, operation & maintenance of CNS facilities. 9 / 10 Q9. India launched its 1st reusable hybrid rocket. What is the name of the rocket? REMI-1 RHUMI-1 HELINA-1 None of the above Explanation: ‘RHUMI-1, India’s first reusable hybrid rocket, has been developed by the Tamil Nadu-based start-up Space Zone India with Martin Group. It has been launched from Thiruvidandhai in Chennai. The rocket carried 3 cube satellites and 50 PICO satellites. It has been launched into a suborbital trajectory through a mobile launcher. These satellites will be used to collect data for research purposes on global warming and climate change. The RHUMI Rocket is equipped with a generic fuel-based hybrid motor and an electrically triggered parachute deployer. It is 100% pyrotechnic-free and 0% TNT. The RHUMI mission is led by Anand Megalingam, the founder of the Space Zone. The RHUMI-1 rocket used both liquid and solid fuel propellant systems to improve efficiency and reduce operational costs. Space Zone India is an aero-technology company that is working to provide low-cost and long-term solutions in the space industry. 10 / 10 Q10. Who has assumed charge as Union Home Secretary? Govind Mohan Ajay Kumar Bhalla Rajiv Sinha None of these Explanation: Senior IAS officer Govind Mohan assumed charge as the Union Ministry of Home Affairs secretary on 22 August 2024. He replaced Ajay Kumar Bhalla, who retired after five years as home secretary on 22 August 2024. Before assuming his Home Secretary role, Govind Mohan was the secretary of the Union Ministry of Culture. The Home Secretary post is considered the second most powerful secretarial post in the government of India after the cabinet secretary. Currently, the cabinet secretary is the 1982 batch Jharkhand cadre senior IAS officer Rajiv Gauba. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC EXAM QUIZ 27.08.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 28.08.2024
