4 ALL EXAM ENGLISH QUIZ 19.09.2024 Daily Quiz 1 / 10 Q1. Which organizations signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) for the clinical development of India's first codon de-optimised live attenuated Zika vaccine? Serum Institute of India and WHO Bharat Biotech and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Indian Immunologicals (IIL) and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) Zydus Cadila and ICMR Explanation: The agreement for the Zika vaccine was signed by Indian Immunologicals and ICMR. A Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) has been signed by vaccine manufacturer Indian Immunologicals (IIL) and the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for the clinical development of the country's first codon de-optimised live-attenuated Zika vaccine. Under the agreement, ICMR will fund the costs of Phase-I clinical trials, including costs related to the conduct, investigation, and monitoring of the clinical trials. The trial will be conducted at ICMR network sites in India. 2 / 10 Q2. In the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index released by the International Telecommunication Union, India has jumped to which tier for its role in cybersecurity commitments and impacts? Tier 2 Tier 3 Tier 1 Tier 4 Explanation: India has reached Tier 1 in the Global Cyber Security Index 2024. India has jumped to Tier 1 in the 2024 Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI), released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), for its exemplary role-modeling in cybersecurity commitments and impacts. The ‘GCI 2024’ used a new five-level analysis, a change that allows for a greater focus on each country’s progress with cybersecurity commitments. 3 / 10 Q3. Which received the prestigious CII-GBC National Energy Leader Award for the Sixth Consecutive time? RINL ONGC NTPC NHPC Explanation: RINL received the prestigious CII-GBC National Energy Leader Award for the Sixth Consecutive time. Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) has bagged the prestigious National Energy Leader Award from the Confederation of Indian Industry – Green Business Centre (CII-GBC). The prestigious awards were received by Sri K Sudhakaron on the behalf of RINL from Sri Milind Deora. RINL has also achieved the “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit Award for an impressive eighth consecutive year.” 4 / 10 Q4. India’s second-largest butterfly species has been discovered in Madurai. What is the name of the Butterfly species? Golden Birdwing Painted lady Lime butterfly Southern Birdwing Explanation: India’s second-largest butterfly species has been discovered in Madurai. Southern Birdwing, India’s second largest butterfly species, has been discovered between Chathirapatti and Kadavur on New Natham Highway in Madurai district. Southern Birdwing was India’s largest butterfly species from 1932 to 2020. This is mainly found in the Western and Eastern Ghats regions. It has a wingspan of 190mm. It moved to second position after a British Brigadier William Harry Evans recorded a butterfly species named Golden Birdwing with a wingspan of 194mm. Golden Birdwing is widely found in the Himalayan region. September is the migratory season for butterflies, the species travels for the purpose of breeding. 5 / 10 Q5. Which edition of RE-INVEST inaugurated by PM Modi at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar? First Second Third Fourth Explanation: Fourth RE-INVEST inaugurated by PM Modi at Mahatma Mandir in Gandhinagar. He also flagged off the 2nd phase of the Ahmedabad Metro linking Ahmedabad to Gandhinagar and GIFT City. PM interacted with the beneficiaries of the PM Suryaghar Muft Bijali Yojana. He inaugurated and laid the foundation stone for projects worth more than 8,000 crore rupees. These projects include India’s first Vande Bharat Metro train between Ahmedabad and Bhuj. Union Ministry of New and Renewable Energy is organising the 4th edition of the Global Renewable Energy Investors Meet and Expo (4th RE-INVEST) from 16th to 18th September, 2024. The meet will highlight India’s progress in renewable energy manufacturing and deployment. 6 / 10 Q6. Which will launch BHASKAR, a digital platform? SEBI DPIIT SIDBI RBI Explanation: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) will launch BHASKAR. Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR) is a digital platform aimed at strengthening India’s startup ecosystem. BHASKAR initiative is designed to centralize, streamline, and enhance collaboration among stakeholders of entrepreneurial ecosystem. BHASKAR will bridge the gap between investors, startups, mentors, and other stakeholders. The Bharat Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR) is an initiative under the Startup India program. BHASKAR provides a one-stop digital platform to address the challenges of entrepreneurs and investors. BHASKAR’s primary goal is to build the world’s largest digital registry for stakeholders within the startup ecosystem. 7 / 10 Q7. Which country topped in the ‘Best Countries Ranking 2024’? Japan Switzerland USA India Explanation: Switzerland topped in the ‘Best Countries Ranking 2024’. Switzerland has secured first position in the Best Countries Ranking 2024 for the third consecutive year. This survey has assessed 89 countries based on 10 differentially weighted sub-rankings such as adventure, agility, heritage, entrepreneurship, quality of life, cultural purpose and more. These sub-rankings are made up of 73 different attributes. India has secured 33rd position in this ‘Best Countries Ranking 2024’. Its position has declined three spots as compared to the previous year. India's highest ranking was in the field of 'movers’ (number 7) and heritage (number 10). ‘ Switzerland has been ranked higher on the parameters of quality of life and openness to business, its lowest ranking was in the field of heritage. Switzerland is followed by Japan, the United States of America, Canada and Australia. The United Arab Emirates and Qatar are the only two Middle Eastern countries in the top 25. Japan, Singapore, China and South Korea are the only countries in the top 25 from Asia. The Best Countries Ranking 2024 has been released by the US News & World Report. 8 / 10 Q8. India and Argentina hold the ___________ round of Foreign Office Consultations in Buenos Aires. 7th 8th 9th 10th Explanation: India and Argentina hold the 7th round of Foreign Office Consultations in Buenos Aires. The seventh round of Foreign Office Consultations (FOCs) between India and Argentina was held in Buenos Aires. The Indian delegation was led by Jaideep Mazumdar, Secretary (East) of the Ministry of External Affairs, while Argentina was represented by Deputy Foreign Minister Leopoldo Francisco Sahores. Both sides reviewed their relationship and focused on political, trade, and economic ties. Both sides’ delegations also reviewed other key areas of cooperation, including Healthcare and Pharma, Energy, Mining, defense, Railways, etc. India-Argentina bilateral trade has doubled to USD 6.4 billion from 2019 to 2022. In, 2021 and 2022, India was Argentina's 4th largest trading partner. 9 / 10 Q9. The 76th Emmy Awards ceremony took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Which of the following bagged the Outstanding Drama Series award? Shogun Baby Reindeer Christopher Storer None of the above Explanation: 76th Emmy Awards ceremony took place at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles. Shogun bagged the Outstanding Drama Series award while Hacks was named ‘Outstanding Comedy Series’. The award ceremony was hosted by Eugene Levy and Dan Levy. Four awards in the limited series or TV movie category were awarded to “Baby Reindeer.” Christopher Storer won the award for Best Directing in comedy. Jodie Foster won the Emmy award for Lead Actress in Limited Series. Richard Gadd won his first Emmy for writing Baby Reindeer. Hiroyuki Sanada won the Outstanding Lead Actor award in a Drama Series.. 10 / 10 Q10. National Engineer's Day is observed to mark the anniversary of_________________. Vinod Dham Kalpana Chawala Dr A P J Abdul Kalam Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya Explanation: National Engineer's Day is observed to mark the anniversary of Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya. He played a key role in shaping modern India through his innovative projects and vision for infrastructure development. Visvesvaraya was an eminent engineer, scholar and statesman. He is also considered the 'Father of Indian Engineering' for his achievements. Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya served as the 19th Diwan of Mysore. He is also a recipient of India’s highest civilian honour, the Bharat Ratna. The first National Engineers Day was celebrated in 1968. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter VKontakte Post navigation UPSC EXAM QUIZ 18.09.2024 UPSC EXAM QUIZ 19.09.2024
