MAY 2024

(QUIZ-HINDI)
1. When is Hindi Journalism Day celebrated?
A - 28 May B - 29 May
C - 30 May D - 31 May
Hindi Journalism Day, also known as Hindi Patrakarita Diwas, is
celebrated as a celebration of the origin of Hindi journalism in India.
This day is celebrated on the occasion of the publication of the first
Hindi newspaper 'Udant Martand' on May 30, 1826. On this occasion
we remember that Pandit Jugal Kishore Shukla edited this
newspaper.

2. Satyadeep Gupta's achievement of climbing both Mount Everest

and Mount Lhotse twice in the same season is known by what name?
A - Double Ascent B - Dual Peak Challenge
C - Double Dual Ascent D - Twin Summit Feat
Indian mountaineer Satyadeep Gupta has created history by
becoming the first person to climb Mount Everest and Mount Lhotse
twice in the same season. He created another record by becoming the
first Indian to travel from Mount Everest to Mount Lhotse in 11 hours
and 15 minutes. This achievement is the first double ascent of the
world's highest peak and the fourth highest peak in the same season.

3. How many medals did the Indian arm wrestler team win in the Asian
Championship 2024?
A - Five B - Seven
C - Six D - Eight
The Indian arm wrestler team has won seven medals in the Asian
Championship 2024 held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan. This includes one
gold and six bronze medals. The Indian team has performed in this
competition. India's arm wrestler Srimant Jha won the gold medal in
the left-hand para category and the bronze medal in the right-hand
para category.

4. DRDO successfully test fired Rudram-II missile. What type of missile

is Rudram-II?
A - Surface-to-air B - Air-to-air
C - Surface-to-surface D - Air-to-surface
The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) has
successfully test fired Rudram-II missile. This missile is an air-to-
surface missile. In the test, the missile was flown from the Indian Air
Force Su-30 MK-I aircraft off the coast of Odisha. This test has met all
the objectives, confirming the effectiveness of the propulsion system
and control and guidance algorithms.
5. Where is GAIL's 10 MW green hydrogen plant located in Madhya
Pradesh?
A - Vijaypur B - Sehore
C - Nagda D - Itarsi
GAIL has inaugurated a 10 MW capacity green hydrogen plant in
Vijaypur, Madhya Pradesh. The green hydrogen produced from this
plant is of 99.999% purity. Green energy for the PEM electrolyser is
being supplied from the solar energy sources used here. India aims
to achieve an annual green hydrogen production capacity of 5 million
tonnes by 2030. For this, GAIL has inaugurated this plant under the
National Green Hydrogen Mission campaign.
6. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of Committee A of the
77th World Health Assembly (WHA) Organizing Committee?
A - Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus B - Harsh Vardhan
C - Apurva Chandra D - Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
Union Health Secretary of the Government of India, Apurva Chandra
has been appointed as the Chairman of Committee A of the 77th
World Health Assembly (WHA) organized by the World Health
Organization (WHO). The committee is being held in Geneva,
Switzerland from May 27 to June 1. Committee A is tasked with
facilitating important discussions on various health-related topics.

7. Which award did REC win at the Outlook Planet Sustainability

Summit & Awards 2024?
A - Sustainability Champion –
B - Sustainability Leader Award
Editors Choice Award
D - Renewable Energy Company of
C - Green Energy Champion Award
the Year
REC Limited, a Maharatna company, won the 'Sustainability
Champion – Editors Choice Award' at the Outlook Planet
Sustainability Summit & Awards 2024. The award is for their work in
sustainability and environmental infrastructure. Outlook Group in
collaboration with IIT Goa organized the award ceremony.
8. What is the theme of the 2024 International Day of UN
Peacekeepers?
A - Peace Through Unity B - Innovating for Peace
D - Fit for the Future, Building
C - Strength in Solidarity
Better Together
The theme of the 2024 International Day of UN Peacekeepers is 'Fit
for the Future, Building Better Together'. By celebrating this day, the
contribution of UN peacekeepers is supported and honored. The
United Nations Truce Supervision Organization was established in
1948 to deploy military observers and monitor the implementation of
the Israeli-Arab ceasefire agreements.
9. What is the theme of the 2024 Green Airports Recognition by ACI
Asia-Pacific and Middle East?
B - Biodiversity and Nature-Based
A - Renewable Energy
Solutions
C - Waste Management D - Carbon Footprint Reduction
ACI Asia-Pacific and Middle East has announced the Green Airport
Recognition. Three Indian airports have been awarded under the
Silver category. Indira Gandhi Airport (Delhi) has been placed in the
'more than 35 million passengers per year' category. Kempegowda
Airport (Bengaluru) has been recognized under the 'between 15-35
million passengers per year' category.
10. Which type of missile did France successfully test during
'Operation Durandal'?
A - Ballistic missile B - Anti-ship missile
C - Surface-to-air missile D - Nuclear cruise missile
France successfully tested the ASMPA-R nuclear air-launched cruise
missile during 'Operation Durandal'. In this test, ASMPA-R was
launched from Rafale B without military payload. ASMP was originally
developed in 1986, with a range of between 80 and 300 kilometers,
and used a TN 81 warhead with a yield of 100 to 300 kilotons of TNT.

11. Who inaugurated the Carbon Fibres and Prepregs Centre at

National Aerospace Laboratories in Bengaluru?
A - Jagdeep Dhankhar B - Narendra Modi
C - Ram Nath Kovind D - Rajnath Singh
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the Carbon Fibre and
Prepregs Centre during his visit to the National Aerospace
Laboratories in Bengaluru. During the inauguration, he witnessed the
flight demonstration of the indigenous flight trainer Hans NG and the
Saras multipurpose aircraft designed and developed by NAL. National
Aerospace is India's first and largest aerospace research company,
which inaugurated the Carbon Fibre and Prepregs Centre.
12. Who won Sharjah Challengers, 2024?
A - Bardia Daneshwar B - Divya Deshmukh
C - Leya Garifullina D - Vivaan Rana
Indian player Divya Deshmukh topped the Sharjah Masters 2024 with
6½ points thanks to her brilliant play. She won the tournament by
drawing her match against IM Leya Garifullina. 17-year-old Bardia
Daneshwar also won the tournament by performing uniquely. Safin,
Vivaan Rana, and Jairaj Gourishankar also performed well in this
tournament and finished high as three other Indian players.
13. Indian peacekeeper Major Radhika Sen will be honored with the
United Nations Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award 2023.
Major Radhika Sen hails from which state of India?
A - Punjab B - Uttarakhand
C - Rajasthan D - Himachal Pradesh
Major Radhika Sen, an Indian military peacekeeper, will be honoured
with the 2023 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award. Sen is
the second Indian to win the award since its inception. Sen, a native
of Himachal Pradesh, has studied biotechnology and joined the
Indian Army in 2016.

14. Which spirit from Meghalaya, India won the top honor at the Global
Spirits Masters competition?
A - Cherrapunji Vodka B - Shillong Whiskey
C - Cherrapunji Gin D - Meghalaya Rum
Cherrapunji Eastern Craft Gin, an indigenous spirit from Cherrapunji
in Meghalaya, India, has won top honors at the Global Spirits Masters
competition. The gin flavor, created by Shillong-based Mayukh
Hazarika – CEO of Cherrapunji Gin – made waves in the Netherlands.
The gin bottle features a portrait by Portland-based designer
Reshidev R.K., depicting the vibrant life of Meghalaya.

15. Who has been appointed as the new CEO of Sony India?
A - Gaurav Banerjee B - Akio Morita
C - Masaru Ibuka D - N.K. Singh
Sony company has appointed a new chief executive officer for the
Indian market. In this important move, Gaurav Banerjee, a former Walt
Disney executive, has been named as the new CEO. Sony is dynamic
in the entertainment, sports, and movies space with 26 channels in
India. His plan includes the decision to cancel the merger with Zee
Entertainment, which has strengthened Sony's presence in the Indian
market.

16. Purnima Shrestha has become the first woman in the world to
climb Mount Everest three times in 13 days. Purnima Shrestha is from
which country?
A - India B - Bhutan
C - Bangladesh D - Nepal
32-year-old mountaineer and photojournalist Purnima Shrestha from
Gorkha, Nepal has achieved a unique feat. She has created history by
climbing Mount Everest three times in just 13 days in the same
season of the year. This means that she became the first woman to
create history by climbing Everest three times in the same season.
17. ___________________ won the AIFF U17 Elite Youth League
2023-24 title by defeating Sudeva Delhi FC 2-1.
A - Churchill Brothers FC Goa B - Classic Football Academy
C - East Bengal FC D - Mohammedan Sporting Club
Classic Football Academy defeated Sudeva Delhi FC 2-1 to lift the
AIFF U-17 Elite Youth League 2023-24 title. The match took place at
the Nagoa Panchayat Ground in Goa and all the goals were scored in
the first-half of the match. Classic Football Academy used set-piece
moves effectively and both of their goals came from corner kicks.

18. Which countries co-chaired the International Conference on

Nuclear Security: Shaping the Future (ICONS 2024) held in Vienna
from 20-24 May?
A - Canada and Germany B - Japan and Brazil
C - Kazakhstan and Australia D - United States and France
Kazakhstan co-chaired with Australia the International Conference on
Nuclear Security “Shaping the Future” (ICONS 2024), held on 20–24
May in Vienna. International Atomic Energy Agency Director General
Rafael Mariano Grossi was also present at the conference.
Kazakhstan reiterated its commitment to nuclear disarmament and
the peaceful uses of nuclear energy since 1991.
19. Who won re-election in the last round of Lithuania's presidential
election in 2024?
A - Ingrida Simonyte B - Dalia grybauskaite
C - Vietani Andriukitis D - Gitanus Naouseda
Gitanas Nauseida once again won the presidential elections of
Lithuania in 2024. He won almost 75% of the votes, while his rival
Ingrida Simonyte received 25%. This was the second time the two
competed for the presidency, the first being in 2019 when Nausicaä
defeated Simonyte with 66% of the vote.

20. The new Army Chief Lieutenant General Manoj Pandey has
replaced _________.
A - General Bipin Rawat B - General Dalbir Singh Suhag
C - General Bikram Singh D - General MM Naravane
Lieutenant General Manoj Pandey has decided to take over from
General Manoj Mukund Naravane after the tenure of the Army Chief
ends on April 30. In this context, Anil Chauhan has been selected for
the post of Chief of Defense Staff (CDS) to the Army Chief. Chauhan
will be the second CDS of India. Manoj Pandey's tenure as Army Chief
till now was from February 1, 2022.
21. What is the theme of World Hunger Day 2024?
A - Thriving Mothers B - Sustainability
C - Leave no one behind D - Access ends hunger
World Hunger Day, which is observed every year on May 28, is an
important celebration that focuses on the issues of hunger and
poverty. According to Amartya Sen, the main causes of hunger in the
modern world are distribution problems and government policies. The
purpose of this day is to explain the importance of food safety and
spread awareness.

22. Who is the 'Most Valuable Player' in the Indian Premier League
(IPL) 2024?
A - Sunil Narine B - Pat Cummins
C - Abhishek Sharma D - Travis Head
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) achieved the unique feat of their third
title by winning the Indian Premier League (IPL) 2024 title. In the final
of this season, KKR won the trophy by defeating Sunrisers
Hyderabad (SRH). In the final match, KKR defeated SRH by 113 runs
at the M. Chinnaswamy Stadium in Chennai. The contribution of
Venkatesh Iyer's half-century and Andre Russell's 3 wickets were
important in this victory.
23. Who won India's first gold medal in the Asian Gymnastic
Championships?
A - Meghna Gundlapalli Reddy B - Pranati Nayak
C - Aruna Reddy D - Deepa Karmakar
Indian gymnast Dipa Karmakar gave India its first gold medal in the
Asian Championships with a brilliant performance in the women's
vault final. He achieved this feat by staying at the top position with a
total score of 13.566. The event took place on 26 May 2024 in
Tashkent, Uzbekistan. South Korea's Kim Son Hyang won the silver
medal and Jo Kyong-byeol won the bronze medal.

24. Who became the second highest run scorer in T20I by surpassing
Rohit Sharma?
A - Jos Buttler B - Babar Azam
C - David Warner D - Virat Kohli
Pakistani cricketer Babar Azam has become the second highest run-
scorer in T20I Internationals. He has scored a total of 3987 runs in 118
matches and 111 innings with a strike rate of 129.91, leaving behind
Rohit Sharma's 3974 runs. Rohit Sharma, the second highest run
scorer in the past, has scored 3974 runs in 151 matches and 143
innings at a strike rate of 139.97.
25. Who has become the first England player to score 3,000 T20I runs?
A - Will Jacques B - Jos Buttler
C - Eoin Morgan D - Jonny Bairstow
Jos Buttler created history in T20I cricket by becoming the first
England player to score 3,000 runs. He recorded this important
moment during the T20I match against West Indies. He scored 84
runs in 51 balls, which included eight fours and three sixes. Before
this, he had played 115 T20I matches, in which he scored 3,011 runs.
Butler is the first batsman from England to achieve this feat.

26. Which country's cricket association has started the Multicultural

Ambassador Programme?
A - South Africa B - New Zealand
C - England D - Australia
Cricket Australia has started the Multicultural Ambassador
Programme. The program is designed to promote inclusivity and
diversity within the game of cricket and the wider Australian
community. It comprises a diverse group of 53 ambassadors from
various sectors including sports, media, business and government.
The program is a key part of Australian Cricket's Multicultural Action
Plan, which aims to drive positive change.
27. Name the first Indian filmmaker to win the Grand Prix award at the
Cannes Film Festival 2024.
A - Payal Kapadia B - Chidanand S. Nike
C - Anasuya Sengupta D - Mrinal Sen
Payal Kapadia created history by becoming the first Indian filmmaker
to win the prestigious Grand Prix at the Cannes Film Festival. He won
this award for his film 'All We Imagine as Light'. The award is the
second most prestigious award at Cannes, after the Palme d'Or.
Kapadia's film competed in the main competition, a rare honor for
Indian films and the first in 30 years.

28. Which team was the runner-up in the Indian Premier League (IPL)
2024?
A - Kolkata Knight Riders B - Chennai Super Kings
C - Sunrisers Hyderabad D - Rajasthan Royals
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) won the 2024 IPL T20 Championship by
defeating Sunrisers Hyderabad by 113 runs in the final match in
Chennai. In this match, Venkatesh Iyer scored a half-century and
Andre Russell took 3 wickets, which contributed significantly. This
win is the third IPL title for KKR. Earlier he had achieved this feat in
2012 and 2014 also.
29. Anasuya Sengupta won the Best Actress Award in the Un Certain
Regard category in which festival?
A - Sundance Film Festival B - Cannes Film Festival
D - Toronto International Film
C - Venice Film Festival
Festival
Anasuya Sengupta created history by becoming the first Indian to win
the Best Actress award for Un Certain Regard at the Cannes Film
Festival 2024. He received this award for his exceptional performance
in Bulgarian director Konstantin Bojanov's Hindi film The Shameless.
Anasuya was born in Kolkata, and earned a bachelor's degree in
English Literature from Jadavpur University.
30. Due to which achievement, Munib Amin Bhatt was included in
NASA's 'Hall of Fame'?
B - Development of new rocket
A - Discovery of a new planet
engine
D - Finding data breach
C - Leading the Mars mission
vulnerabilities
Munib Amin Bhatt, a resident of Zungalpora village in Kulgam district
of Jammu and Kashmir, has been interested in space exploration
since his young age. Their charm inspired them to dream big and
strive for remarkable achievements. Presently he is pursuing
Bachelor's degree (BCA) in Computer Applications from IGNOU.
31. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of NAFED?
A - Firstborn Ahir B - Rajesh Verma
C - Bhupinder Singh D - Amal Raj
BJP MLA from Shehra, Jetha Ahir has been elected unopposed as the
President of National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation
of India (NAFED). Ahir has earlier been the Deputy Speaker of Gujarat
Assembly. He was elected unopposed by the board of 21 directors,
which included two directors from Gujarat, including Rajkot MP
Mohan Kundaria. Ahir is also the chairman of Panchamrit Dairy and
Panchmahal District Cooperative (PDC) Bank of Panchmahal.

32. Noida's 18-year-old e-rickshaw driver __________ was honored

with the Amal Clooney Women Empowerment Award?
A - Neeru Chauhan B - Ankita Patidar
C - Aarti D - Rashmi Sahay
18-year-old Aarti from Bahraich village of Noida has won the
prestigious Amal Clooney Women Empowerment Award in Britain.
This award has been received for her contribution to the Pink e-
Rickshaw initiative of the Government of India, the main objective of
which is to provide safe transportation to women by making them e-
rickshaw drivers.
33. Klaus Schwab will step down from the WEF executive position by
2025. Where is the headquarters of the World Economic Forum
located?
A - Zurich, Switzerland B - Geneva, Switzerland
C - Gland, Switzerland D - London, UK
Founder and Executive Chairman of the World Economic Forum
(WEF), Klaus Schwab, will step down from his executive post by
January 2025 and move into a non-executive role as Chairman of the
Board of Trustees. The World Economic Forum is an independent
international organization committed to improving the state of the
world. Its headquarters is located in Geneva, Switzerland.
34. Scientists of which university have developed a new vaccine to
fight malaria?
A - Indian Institute of Science,
B - Banaras Hindu University
Bengaluru
C - Jawaharlal Nehru University D - Delhi University
The research, published in the journal iScience by Cell Press,
identifies a novel host-parasite complex that comes from a new
technology, involving the prohibitin protein. This research provides a
new direction in vaccine development against malaria. Malaria is a
global health challenge, with millions of cases reported annually.

35. Africa Day was celebrated on 25 May. Name the predecessor

organization of the African Union.
A - African Economic Community B - Organization of African Unity
C - United States of Africa D - African Congress
Africa Day, which marks the anniversary of the formation of the
Organization of African Unity on May 25, 1963, is an important
celebration. Home to more than 1.2 billion people, the continent in all
its diversity embraces more than 3,000 languages in 54 countries.
More than a quarter of children in Africa will be out of school by 2023,
with 90% of them unable to read or write by age 10, UNESCO and the
African Union report.
36. Santosh Sivan will receive the Pierre Anginex Excellence
_________________ Award in 2024.
A - Shading B - Acting
C - composing music D - screenwriting
Renowned Indian cinematographer Santosh Sivan will be honored
with the prestigious Pierre Anginex Excellence in Cinematography
honor at the Cannes Film Festival 2024, making him the first Asian.
The honor is in recognition of Sivan's outstanding contribution over
the decades through more than 55 feature films and several
documentaries.
37. Who won the first prize for the film 'Sunflowers Were the First Ones
to Know' at the La Sinef Awards at the Cannes Film Festival 2024?
A - Mani Ratnam B - Apoorva Lakhia
C - Chidanand S Naik D - Santosh Sivan
The film 'Sunflowers Were the First Ones to Know', directed by
Chidanand S Naik, a student of FTII, Pune, won the first prize of La
Cinef at Cannes 2024. The film is based on a folktale from the Indian
state of Karnataka and highlights the life of an elderly woman who
shuts out the sunlight in her village after being accused of stealing a
cock.

38. Which AI anchors will DD Kisan launch on 26th May 2024?

A - AI Arjun and AI Radha B - AI Varun and AI Tara
C - AI Ravi and AI Sakhi D - AI Krish and AI Bhoomi
On 26 May 2024, Indian government television channel DD Kisan
announced the launch of two AI (Artificial Intelligence) anchors, AI
Krish and AI Bhoomi. The main job of these anchors will be to provide
the latest agricultural news and information to the farmers of India.
They will have the ability to present news day and night and
communicate in fifty languages, while acting like normal humans.

39. Who won the 2024 International Booker Prize for the novel
"Kairos"?
A - Jenny Erpenbach and Michael B - Elena Ferrante and Ann
Hoffman Goldstein
C - Haruki Murakami and Philippe D - Margaret Atwood and Ann
Gabriel Goldstein
The International Booker Prize 2024 has been certified for the
translation of Jenny Erpenbach's novel "Kairos" by Michael Hoffman.
The story depicts a romance amidst the fall of the Berlin Wall. The
prize money is £50,000, and is divided equally between the author and
translator, in recognition of their collaborative effort.
40. In which state was the Buddhist festival Saga Dawa celebrated to
commemorate the birth, attainment of enlightenment and parinirvana
of Buddha Shakyamuni?
A - Himachal Pradesh B - West Bengal
C - Arunachal Pradesh D - Sikkim
The birth, attainment of enlightenment and Mahaparinirvana of
Buddha Shakyamuni are very important events of his life, which are
considered as important sites of origin and development of
Buddhism. This news tells that Lord Buddha was born in Lumbini,
Nepal and he presented the teachings of dharma, compassion, and
humanity in his life.
41. In which country will the 10th World Water Forum be held in May
2024?
A - Thailand B - Singapore
C - Malaysia D - Indonesia
The 10th World Water Forum was held in Bali, Indonesia on May 20,
2024. The theme of the forum was 'Water for Shared Prosperity',
which focused on issues such as water conservation, clean water,
food and energy security, and natural disaster reduction. At this
international event, world leaders and delegates discussed water-
related issues and collaborative solutions.

42. Diplomatic missions of which country were honored with the 5th
'Minister of Foreign Affairs Excellence Awards' in UAE?
A - United States of America B - India
C - Bangladesh D - Italy
Embassy of India in Abu Dhabi and Consulate General of India in
Dubai were honored with the 5th 'Minister of Foreign Affairs
Excellence Awards'. The awards were given in the 'Distinguished
Accredited Missions in UAE' category, which recognizes the
outstanding efforts of Indian Missions in strengthening bilateral
relations between India and the UAE.

43. Which country recently became the 99th member of the

International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
A - Panama B - France
C - Cambodia D - Spain
Spain, along with its Ambassador and Joint Secretary of the Ministry
of External Affairs, decided to become the 99th member of the
International Solar Alliance (ISA), during a meeting held in India. The
main objective of the ISA is to facilitate the rapid deployment of solar
energy through the Paris Climate Agreement.

44. Which Indian Naval ships recently completed a visit to Manila,

Philippines as part of their operational deployment in the South China
Sea?
A - INS Satpura, INS Sahyadri, INS B - INS Vikrant, INS Shivalik, INS
Teg Trikand
C - INS Delhi, INS Shakti, INS D - INS Kolkata, INS Chennai, INS
Kiltan Tarkash
The main objective of the visit of Indian Navy's INS Delhi, INS Shakti,
and INS Kiltan was to be part of the operational deployment of the
Indian Navy's Eastern Fleet in the South China Sea.
45. Who recently took oath as a member of the Central Electricity
Regulatory Commission (CERC) on May 21, 2024?
A - Shri Ramesh Babu V B - Shri Ramesh Chand
C - Shri R.K. Lion D - Shri M.K.Singh
On May 21, 2024, Shri Ramesh Babu V took the oath of office and
secrecy as a member of the Central Electricity Regulatory
Commission (CERC), chaired by the Union Minister for Power and
New & Renewable Energy, Shri R. Of. Administered by Singh. Mr.
Ramesh Babu V. has M.Tech in Thermal Engineering. And B.Tech in
Mechanical Engineering. Has degree.

46. Who recently became the youngest Indian to climb Mount Everest
from Nepal at the age of 16?
A - Kamya Karthikeyan B - Sneha Rajput
C - Malvatha Purna D - Rita Thiagarajan
16-year-old Kamya Karthikeyan recently created history by climbing
Mount Everest from Nepal. This made her the youngest Indian
mountaineer. She is a Class 12 student of Navy Children School,
Mumbai and is the son of Naval officer Commander S. She is the
daughter of Karthikeyan. Kamya has already climbed the six highest
peaks of seven continents.

47. Who recently created a new world record in the women's 40 kg

'Clean and Jerk' category and won the gold medal at the 2024 IWF
World Youth Championships?
A - Jyoshna Sabar B - Fatma Kolchak
C - Lauren Estrada D - Pritismita Bhoi
Indian weightlifter Pritismita Bhoi broke the youth clean and jerk
world record in the women's 40kg category to win gold medal at the
IWF World Youth Championships in Lima (Peru). The 15-year-old
bettered the existing record of 75kg by 1kg here on Wednesday.

48. Which company was awarded the 'Most Trusted Cotton Seed
Brand' award in North India at the Global Excellence Awards 2024?
A - Tata Seeds Limited B - Kaveri Seed Company
C - Mahico Seeds Limited. D - B.R. Guar Gum Private Limited
North India's B.R. at the Global Excellence Awards 2024 held on May
12, 2024 in Mumbai. Guar Gum Private Limited received the 'Most
Trusted Cotton Seed Brand' award. The event was organized by
Brand Empower to honor excellence across various sectors. B.R.
Guar Gum Private Limited is a leader in the cotton seed industry in
North India and has established itself as a trusted and reliable brand
through quality, integrity and customer satisfaction.
49. Ireland, Spain and Norway announced recognition of which
country in May 2024?
A - Catalonia B - Kosovo
C - Taiwan D - Palestine
Ireland, Spain and Norway have publicly announced their recognition
of Palestine as a state. The announcement is strategically timed to
revive ceasefire and peace talks amid the ongoing conflict. Israel has
reacted by recalling its ambassadors from all three countries,
highlighting international tension over this issue.

50. Who was awarded the Shaw Prize in Astronomy 2024 for
unprecedented discoveries in variable celestial bodies?
A - Peter Sarnak B - Stuart Orkin
C - Srinivas R. Kulkarni D - Abhijeet Chavda
Srinivas R Kulkarni has been awarded the Shaw Prize in Astronomy
for 2024. His important contributions include discoveries related to
millisecond pulsars, gamma-ray bursts, supernovae, and other
variable or transient celestial bodies. He is the George Ellery Hale
Professor of Astronomy and Planetary Sciences at the California
Institute of Technology.

51. Who became the oldest Indian woman to climb Mount Everest at
the age of 55?
A - Jyoti Ratre B - Premlata Agarwal
C - Sangeeta Bahl D - Anshu Jamsenpa
55-year-old Jyoti Ratre has created an important record by reaching
the peak of Mount Everest. She became the oldest Indian woman to
reach this height. He broke the previous record of 53-year-old
Sangeeta Bahl. Ratre is known as a professional fitness athlete and is
also interested in mountaineering. For this success he got the help of
experienced mountaineering guides.

52. Which company has received USFDA approval to market generic

asthma drug in May 2024?
A - Pfizer B - Novartis
C - Zydus Lifesciences D - Merck
The US Food and Drug Administration (USFDA) has given final
approval for the marketing of Zydus Lifesciences' generic product.
This approval includes theophylline extended-release tablets in
doses of 300 mg and 450 mg. Theophylline is used in the treatment of
respiratory conditions such as asthma and chronic obstructive
pulmonary disease (COPD).
53. Which two countries have been confirmed as hosts for the 2026
and 2029 AFC Women's Asian Cup?
A - Jordan and Saudi Arabia B - Australia and Uzbekistan
C - China and Thailand D - Japan and South Korea
Following recommendations from the AFC Women's Football
Committee, Australia and Uzbekistan have been selected as hosts for
the 2026 and 2029 AFC Women's Asian Cup, respectively. The
decision was ratified by the AFC Executive Committee in Bangkok,
Thailand.

54. Who has been appointed as the Head of Metrology and Analysis at
BARC India in 2024?
A - Dr. Bikramjeet Choudhary B - Dr. derrick gray
C - Raghavendra Rao D - Nakul Chopra
Dr. Bikramjit Chaudhary has been appointed as Head of Metrology
and Analysis at BARC India, succeeding Dr. Derrick Gray. He joins
BARC India from Datamatics Group of Companies to take over as
Global Head of Data Science and Advanced Analytics. Prior to this he
has held leadership roles at KPMG, Nielsen and ZS Associates and
led large teams.

55. Which Indian company has secured the third position globally in
the ATD BEST Awards 2024, the highest position for any Indian
company?
A - Tata Steel B - Infosys
C - NTPC D - Reliance Industries
NTPC has secured the third position globally in the ATD Best Awards
2024, the highest ranking among all Indian companies. NTPC is the
only Public Sector Undertaking to receive this prestigious award
seven times in the last eight years.

56. Who inaugurated the Indian Air Force Emergency Medical

Response System (EMRS) at the Command Hospital, Bengaluru?
A - Former Air Chief Marshal B - Defense Minister Rajnath
Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria Singh
D - Air Chief Marshal V.R.
C - Prime Minister Narendra Modi
Chowdhary
Air Chief Marshal V.R. Chaudhary inaugurated the Indian Air Force
Emergency Medical Response System (EMRS) facility at the
Command Hospital, Bengaluru. EMRS consists of an All India Air
Force Helpline, which is available 24x7 to serving IAF personnel and
their dependents.
57. Who achieved his first major title by winning the 2024 US PGA
Championship?
A - Xander Schauffele B - Rory McIlroy
C - Dustin Johnson D - Colin Morikawa
Xander Schauffele produced a dominant performance at the US PGA
Championship to win his first major title with a record score of 21
under par. He made a crucial six-foot birdie putt on the 18th hole to
ensure victory. This is his first win since winning the 2022 Scottish
Open.

58. Sri Sri Ravi Shankar was presented the first postage stamp issued
by ________ to commemorate 200 years of Indian origin Tamils in Sri
Lanka.
A - Governor of the Eastern
B - Prime Minister of Sri Lanka
Province of Sri Lanka
D - Indian High Commissioner to
C - President of India
Sri Lanka
The first commemorative stamp was presented to Sri Sri Ravi
Shankar by Senthil Thondaman, Governor of the Eastern Province of
Sri Lanka

59. Who won the Casablanca Chess Variant Tournament?

A - Hikaru Nakamura B - Bassem Amin
C - Viswanathan Anand D - Magnus Carlsen
Magnus Carlsen triumphed with 4.5 points in a six-round chess
variant tournament held in Casablanca, Morocco. In this tournament
players had to make moves in certain situations from famous games
of the past. Hikaru Nakamura of the United States stood second,
while five-time world champion Vishwanathan Anand of Chennai
came third. Egypt's Bassem Amin finished last.

60. Which bank recorded the highest growth rate in total business
among public sector banks in FY24?
A - State Bank of India B - Indian Overseas Bank
C - UCO Bank D - Bank of Maharashtra
Bank of Maharashtra led the public sector banks with a significant
growth rate of 15.94% in total business in FY24. This achievement put
it ahead of other major public sector banks including State Bank of
India, which had a growth rate of 13.12%. This performance
highlighted the impressive growth in business and deposit
mobilization and supported the Bank's effective strategies.
61. Who has won the gold medal in the women's F51 club throw event
at the World Para Athletic Championships?
A - Deepti Jeevanji B - Kashish Lakra
C - Nadjet Bouchareff D - Ekta Bhayan
Ekta Bhayan won the gold medal in the women's F51 club throw event
at the World Para Athletic Championships. She achieved this feat with
a season's best throw of 20.12 metres, leading the competition. Indian
athlete Deepti Jeevanji has also won the gold medal in the women's
400 meter T-20 category, which highlights the strong performance of
Indian athletes in this event.

62. What is the theme of International Biodiversity Day 2024?

A - Unity in Diversity B - Protect Our Home
D - Be part of the plan (Be part of
C - Conserve to preserve
the plan)
The theme of International Biodiversity Day 2024 is 'Be Part of the
Plan', encouraging collective efforts by governments, indigenous
peoples, local communities, NGOs, parliamentarians, businesses and
individuals. Is. The chosen theme of the day highlights the
importance of collaborative action in conserving biodiversity, which
supports ecosystems critical to human well-being and the health of
the Earth.
63. According to the World Economic Forum report, what is India's
position in the global stock market by May 2024?
A - fifth B - third
C - seventh D - fourth
India's stock market will reach fifth position globally by 2024, based
on the overall market capitalization of companies listed on the
Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE). This ranking leaves India behind the
United States, China, Japan, and Hong Kong. This achievement
reflects the substantial growth and rapid development of India's stock
market, especially reaching a market capitalization of $5 trillion.

64. The Department of Animal Husbandry and Dairying has signed an

MoU with the United Nations Development Program India for
management and capacity building of which domain?
A - Marine Fisheries Management B - Agricultural crop production
C - Animal Vaccine Cold Chain
D - Urban Waste Management
Management
DAHD and UNDP have signed MoU for vaccination digitalization. The
main objective of this agreement focuses on digitalization,
management and capacity building of vaccine cold chain systems in
the animal husbandry sector.
65. According to India Ratings and Research, what is the expected
GDP growth rate for India in the financial year 2023-24?
A - 6.2-6.8% B - 6.9-7%
C - 7-7.4% D - 7.1-7.5%
India Ratings and Research has estimated India's GDP growth rate for
FY 2023-24 to be around 6.9-7%. This estimate has been made by
Sunil Kumar Sinha, Principal Economist of India Ratings. This
estimate is based on analysis of quarterly growth rates and other
economic indicators during the entire financial year.

66. Which journal published the study on global life expectancy

projections in May 2024?
A - The Lancet B - time
C - Journal of Research in Nursing D - International Research Journal
and Midwifery of Pharmacy and Pharmacology
According to a study published in the journal "The Lancet", by 2050
globally the life expectancy of men is projected to increase by 4.9
years and the life expectancy of women is projected to increase by
4.2 years. The study formed part of the 2021 Global Burden of Disease
Study and researchers analyzed data from 1990 to 2021.

67. Recently Bishkek was in news, it belongs to which of the following

nation?
A - Kazakhstan B - Tajikistan
C - Kyrgyzstan D - Turkmenistan
Kyrgyzstan is a Central Asian country bordered by Kazakhstan to the
north, Uzbekistan to the west, Tajikistan to the south, and China to
the east. Its capital is Bishkek. The country has an area of
approximately 199,951 square kilometers and the terrain is
predominantly mountainous, consisting of the Tien Shan and Pamir
mountain ranges.

68. Where will the 7th joint military exercise 'Shakti' between the
Indian Army and the French Army be held?
A - Jaipur, Rajasthan B - Umroi, Meghalaya
C - Jodhpur, Rajasthan D - Pune, Maharashtra
India and France have conducted the 7th edition of joint military
exercise 'Shakti' in the Umroi area of Meghalaya from 13 to 26 May.
The main objective of this exercise is to enhance the joint military
capability of India and France, facilitating the development of
interoperability, cordiality, and goodwill.
69. Who has taken over as CII President for the term 2024-25?
A - Natarajan Chandrasekaran B - R. Dinesh
C - Sanjeev Puri D - Rajeev Memani
Sanjeev Puri has decided to take over the charge of President of the
Confederation of Indian Industry (CII). He replaced Rajeev Memani
with R. Will handle this role with Dinesh. Puri has previously served
as the Vice President of CII, which reflects his leadership abilities and
the confidence reposed in him by the industry body.

70. Which organization has launched Operation Sadbhavna in North

Sikkim in May 2024?
A - Indian Air Force B - Indo-Tibetan Border Police
C - Indian Army D - Armed Border Force
The Indian Army's Trishakti Corps has launched "Operation
Sadbhavana", conducted in response to the devastating glacial lake
outburst floods in India. Under this operation, Trishakti Corps
distributed essential relief material in the affected villages and also
organized a medical camp, in which critical health services were
provided to more than 150 patients.

71. Which food delivery company has partnered with SHIELD to

enhance its fraud prevention and detection capabilities?
A - Uber Eats B - DoorDash
C - Zomato D - Swiggy
Swiggy, the leading on-demand convenience platform in India, has
announced a partnership with device-first risk AI platform SHIELD.
The main objective of this partnership is to enhance Swiggy's fraud
prevention and detection capabilities. SHIELD's device intelligence
technology will be used to reduce promo abuse and reduce
fraudulent activities within Swiggy's delivery partner ecosystem.

72. Who was appointed as the Vice President of International

Aluminum Institute (IAI) in May 2024?
A - Mark Nelson B - Alan Smith
C - Robert Johnson D - John Slaven
John Slaven has been appointed Vice President of the International
Aluminum Institute (IAI). His role includes leading global initiatives
aimed at highlighting the vital role of aluminum in facilitating the
energy transition towards a zero-carbon future. Slaven expressed its
commitment to leveraging aluminum's proven benefits in driving net-
zero emissions globally and enhancing its importance as a key
sustainable resource.
73. Which two Indian boxers won gold medal in Elorda Cup 2024?
A - Nikhat Zareen and Meenakshi B - Anamika and Manisha
C - Lovlina Borgohain and Mary D - Laishram Sarita Devi and
Kom Sweety Boora
Two Indian boxers, Nikhat Zareen and Meenakshi won gold medals at
the Elorda Cup 2024 held in Astana, Kazakhstan. Nikhat Zareen won
gold in the women's 52 kg category and Meenakshi won the gold
medal in the women's 48 kg event. These wins contributed to India's
total of 12 medals, which include two gold, two silver and eight
bronze. Nikhat and Meenakshi performed brilliantly and topped their
respective weight categories.
74. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated which two
men to win the Thailand Open men's doubles title?
A - Lu Ming-che and Tang Kai-wei B - Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi
C - Lee Yong-dae and Yoo Yeon- D - Marcus Fernaldi Gideon and
seong Kevin Sanjay Sukamuljo
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty defeated Chinese pair
Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi to win the Thailand Open men's doubles
title. They won the groups outright by scoring 21-15 in both the
groups. In the final match, Rankireddy and Shetty displayed their skill
and coordination to defeat Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi. Earlier, in the
semi-finals also they had defeated the Chinese pair.
75. Who has been sworn in as the President of Taiwan?
A - Chen Shui-Bian B - Tsai Ing-wen
C - Ma Ying-jiou D - Lai Ching-Te
Lai Ching-tey has been sworn in as President of Taiwan after winning
the presidential election in January. He served as Vice President
during the second term of current President Tsai Ing-wen. He
expressed his commitment to building a prosperous nation and
maintaining the status quo across the Taiwan Strait. This reflected his
diplomatic approach and commitment to improving Taiwan's
international relations and internal prosperity.

76. In which year did famous writer Malti Joshi, who passed away
recently, receive the Padma Shri award?
A - 2016 B - 2018
C - 2020 D - 2022
Malti Joshi was an eminent Hindi writer, renowned for her significant
contributions to Indian literature. He died of esophagus cancer at the
age of 90. His literary works were considered excellent in Hindi and
Marathi languages. He was honored with many awards including
Padmashree for his writings. He mesmerized the audience with his
unique narrative style and story-telling art.
77. Recently, which country has named its Public Security Minister 'To
Lam' as the new President in May 2024?
A - Vietnam B - Thailand
C - Indonesia D - Malaysia
Vietnam named its Public Security Minister To Lam as its new
president following the resignation of former President Vo Van
Thuong. The decision was influenced by To Lam's long tenure and
his active role in anti-corruption efforts. The National Assembly of
Vietnam is expected to approve the nomination during its session on
May 21.

78. Which medal was won by para-swimmer Bineet Roy at the CITI
Para Swimming World Series Championships in Singapore?
A - Gold Medal B - Silver Medal
C - Bronze Medal D - none of these
Tripura's para-swimmer Bineet Roy won the bronze medal in the
100m freestyle event at the CITI Para Swimming World Series
Championships held in Singapore. The achievement was
acknowledged by Tripura Chief Minister Manik Saha who considered
Roy's success a matter of pride for the state and the nation.

79. According to CNN's George Ramsay, who has topped the Forbes
list of the world's highest-paid athletes?
A - Lionel Messi B - LeBron James
C - Roger Federer D - Cristiano Ronaldo
Cristiano Ronaldo has brought his annual income to $200 million
mainly through the huge salaries he receives from Al-Nassr. At the
age of 39, his performance has kept him at the top of financial
importance. According to Forbes, Ronaldo has an income of $260
million, which brings him to the first place in the list of athletes.
Furthermore, football player Lionel Messi earns $135 million and
golfer Jon Rahm earns $218 million.
80. Which organization was honored with the Geospatial World Forum
Leadership Award in May 2024 for its exceptional contribution to the
geospatial field?
A - ISRO B - Blue Origin
C - IN-SPACe D - SpaceX
IN-SPACe has been recognized for promoting the development and
growth of the Indian space sector, making its role of utmost
importance. This recognition was given during a special ceremony at
the Geospatial World Forum held in Rotterdam in May 2024. This
honor reaffirms IN-SPACe's groundbreaking work and its active
support for non-governmental organizations in the space economy.
81. What is the name of the joint exercise organized by the Indian
Army and Indian Air Force in Punjab in May 2024?
A - Vajra Shakti B - Gagan Shakti
C - Gagan Strike D - thunderbolt strike
Gagan Strike is a three-day joint exercise whose main objective is to
refine the procedures and validate the use of attack helicopters in
support of mechanized operations in developed terrain. The objective
of this exercise is to test and enhance the coordination and efficiency
among the troops.

82. Where will the 7th joint military exercise 'Shakti' between the
Indian Army and the French Army be held?
A - Jaipur, Rajasthan B - Umroi, Meghalaya
C - Jodhpur, Rajasthan D - Pune, Maharashtra
India and France have conducted the 7th edition of joint military
exercise 'Shakti' in the Umroi area of Meghalaya from May 13-26. The
main objective of this exercise is to enhance the joint military
capability of both the countries to conduct multi-domain operations in
sub-conventional scenarios. Additionally, the exercise aims to
facilitate the development of interoperability, cordiality, and courtesy
between India and France.
83. Which country became the first country in the world to lose all its
glaciers?
A - Iceland B - Bolivia
C - Switzerland D - Venezuela
Venezuela has become the first country in the world to lose all its
glaciers. Due to severe climate change, the last glacier of the country
has also melted and is currently seen as an ice field. The glacier's
area has shrunk to less than two hectares, and its melting is
happening faster than experts had predicted. Previously, there were
six glaciers in Venezuela, but by 2011 only five remained, and now
they too have disappeared.
84. Where has the Indian Army set up the world's two tallest tank
repair facilities to support over 500 tanks and infantry fighting vehicles
deployed near the China border?
A - Arunachal Pradesh B - Sikkim
C - Eastern Ladakh D - Himachal Pradesh
The Indian Army has established the world's two highest tank repair
facilities at an altitude of over 14,500 feet near the China border in
eastern Ladakh. These facilities are intended to support vehicles
based in the Nyoma and DBO sectors, which are deployed following
the India-China standoff. These features support armored vehicles
serving in extreme temperatures and large rugged terrain.
85. Where did NSG and US special operations forces conduct their
joint anti-terrorism exercise for the annual exercise 'Tarkash' in 2024?
A - Mumbai B - New Delhi
C - Hyderabad D - Kolkata
National Security Guard (NSG) and US Special Operations Forces
(SOF) are conducting a joint counter-terrorism mock drill 'Tarksh' in
Kolkata. The main objective of this exercise is to enhance
cooperation and coordination in countering urban terrorism.

86. Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has signed a multi-year

agreement with which brand to become the official kit sponsor for
Indian athletes?
A - Puma B - under armor
C - Adidas D - Nike
The Athletics Federation of India (AFI) has announced that it has
signed a multi-year agreement with renowned sports apparel brand
Puma to provide apparel, footwear and accessories to approximately
400 Indian athletes for domestic and international tournaments. The
objective of this agreement is to provide athletes with access to high
quality sports equipment.
87. Who has been elected as the President of the Supreme Court Bar
Association (SCBA)?
A - Ravi Shankar Prasad B - Kapil Sibal
C - Prashant Bhushan D - Harish Salve
Senior advocate Kapil Sibal has won the election for the post of
President of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). He won the
post by securing 1,066 votes. In this election, his nearest rival senior
advocate Pradeep Rai, who got 689 votes, was defeated. This is the
fourth time that Kapil Sibal has been elected President of SCBA,
before this he had also served on this post in 1995-96, 1997-98 and
2001. He announced his candidacy on 8 May.
88. Where was the 12th Joint Working Group (JWG) meeting between
the Defense Ministries of India and Mongolia held?
A - New Delhi B - Moscow
C - Mumbai D - Ulaanbaatar
A bilateral defense dialogue was held between India and Mongolia,
which focused on reviewing and enhancing defense cooperation. The
meeting was co-chaired by Shri Amitabh Prasad, Joint Secretary,
Ministry of Defense of India and Brigadier General Gankhuyag
Davgdorj, Secretary of State, Ministry of Defense of Mongolia.
89. Sunil Chhetri announces retirement from international football.
When was he made the captain of the Indian football team?
A - 2010 B - 2013
C - 2007 D - 2015
Sunil Chhetri, captain of the Indian men's football team, decided to
retire from international football after the FIFA World Cup qualifier
against Kuwait. He informed of his decision through a video, in which
he explained the importance of his career. Chhetri has decided to
retire after an illustrious career of 19 years.

90. In the final of men's javelin throw event at the Federation Cup 2024,
Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal by defeating ______________?
A - Shivpal Singh B - D.P. Manu
C - Vipin Kasana D - Rohit Yadav
Neeraj Chopra, an acclaimed Olympic and world champion, won the
gold medal in the men's javelin throw event at the Federation Cup
2024. The achievement further highlights her illustrious career, having
already earned her name as an Olympic and world champion. He
made a winning throw of 82.27 meters in his fourth attempt, leaving
him leading the competition. This win promoted Neeraj's continued
excellence and ability to compete.
91. Who is the official sponsor of the Scotland men's team in the ICC
Men's T20 World Cup 2024?
A - Amul B - Mother Dairy
C - Britannia D - Nandini
Nandini Dairy is part of the Karnataka Milk Federation and the
Nandini logo appears on the front of Scotland's playing shirts. This
partnership aims to enhance the global brand presence of Nandini.
The objective of this event is to increase Nandini's identity in the
West Indies and America, especially in the field of cricket. The event
is supported by Cricket Scotland and is encouraging world-class
players to join their squad.
92. Where was the world's tallest competitive swimming pool
inaugurated by World Aquatics?
A - Nepal B - Bhutan
C - India D - Thailand
Some of the tallest structures in the world fall into different
categories. Among buildings, Burj Khalifa located in Dubai, United
Arab Emirates is the tallest building in the world with a height of 828
meters. It is a symbol of Dubai's rapid development and architecture.
Among observation towers, Tokyo Skytree is the tallest in Japan,
reaching a height of 634 meters.
93. Which runner won the gold medal in the men's 200 meters race in
the Federation Cup?
A - Amlan Borgohain B - Animesh Kujur
C - Gurinderveer Singh D - Akshay Nain
Odisha's Animesh Kujur demonstrated his excellence among Indian
runners by winning the gold medal in the men's 200m event. He
became the second fastest Indian sprinter. For his unique
performance, he won the gold medal in the 200 meters race at the
2021 West Zone Junior Athletics Championships. He also participated
in the National Open Under-23 Championship in 2022 and emerged
victorious in the 200 meter race.
94. What is the theme of World Telecommunication and Information
Society Day 2024?
A - Accelerating Digital
B - Digital Technologies for Older
Transformation in Challenging
Persons and Healthy Aging
Times
C - Empowering the Least
Developed Countries through D - Digital Innovation for
Information and Communication Sustainable Development
Technologies
World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD) is
celebrated every year on 17 May.
95. Which company partnered with LankaPay to launch UPI services in
Sri Lanka?
A - Google pay B - Paytm
C - PhonePe D - Bharatpe
PhonePe has announced a partnership with LankaPay to launch UPI
services in Sri Lanka. Under this partnership, PhonePe will provide
payment services in Sri Lanka through its app. This service will
provide Indian tourists with a secure and easy payment option with
local merchants. Transaction times will be fast and secure, and
payments will be in Indian Rupees.

96. Which two countries have signed a contract to jointly develop

interceptors for hypersonic missiles in May 2024?
A - United States and South Korea B - Japan and United States
C - Russia and Iran D - United States and Israel
In May 2024, Japan and the United States signed a contract to jointly
develop interceptors for hypersonic missiles. Its objective is to
strengthen the joint defense system against hypersonic missiles. This
agreement is a means to promote deeper cooperation in the defense
and security sector between the two countries. Under the contract,
cooperation will be carried out in production, prototyping, and testing.
97. The name of the campaign launched by the police for the smooth
conduct of Kedarnath Dham Yatra 2024 in Uttarakhand is “Suraksha
Awaaz”.
A - Operation Samriddhi B - Operation Sanctity
C - Operation Bhakti D - operation limits
“Suraksha Awaaz” campaign has been launched by the police for the
smooth conduct of Kedarnath Dham Yatra in 2024 in Uttarakhand.
This campaign is organized to ensure the safety and convenience of
the passengers. Under this campaign, the police have taken several
initiatives to increase security in the Kedarnath Dham area.

98. What is the name of the missile system successfully launched by

Pakistan in May 2024?
A - Ghaznavi-II guided rocket
B - Shaheen-III ballistic missile
system
C - Fatah-II Guided Rocket System D - Babur Cruise Missile
In May 2024, Pakistan successfully launched a missile system. The
name of this missile system is "Zarar". This is the result of blatant
government affluence and has strengthened Pakistan's security and
defense capabilities. "Zarar" missile system is an effective and
powerful weapon which is an important step forward in the defense
sector.
99. Who is the beneficiary of the highest literary honor of Sahitya
Akademi Fellowship?
A - Arundhati Roy B - Jhumpa Lahiri
C - Amitav Ghosh D - Ruskin Bond
Kavya is the beneficiary of the highest literary honour, the Sahitya
Akademi Fellowship. It is awarded by the prestigious literary
organization to eminent writers for their outstanding contributions.
Sahitya Akademi Fellowship is an important honor that gives
recognition and prestige to writers for their literary contributions.
Kavya has made her mark in the literary world through her unique
creations and has been honored with this honour.
100. 'Lord Curzon Ki Haveli' director wins Best Director award at
United Kingdom-Asian Film Festival 2024.
A - Rajkumar Hirani B - Zoya Akhtar
C - Anshuman Jha D - Anurag Kashyap
The director of the film titled 'Lord Curzon Ki Haveli' won the Best
Director award at the United Kingdom-Asian Film Festival 2024. This
award is a reflection of his directorial excellence and his special
skills. He directed this film with full energy and vision and presented
it as a human experience. The award recognizes the director's
contributions and honors him through the film industry.
101. 'Freedom of the City of London' awarded to a person who has
made significant contribution to cinema and advocacy work.
A - Shabana Azmi B - Javed Akhtar
C - Shahrukh Khan D - Amitabh Bachchan
Being awarded the 'Freedom of the City of London' is a prestigious
and prestigious honour, which is considered as a symbol of
excellence in the society. This honor is awarded to those individuals
who make significant contributions in the field of cinema and
advocacy. Through this honour, those individuals are honored who
have promoted dialogue in the society through cinema and have
fought for justice in the field of advocacy.
102. A company featured in Dun & Bradstreet's list of Top BFSI and
Fintech Companies of 2024 and won the Most Trusted Brand award for
the second consecutive year.
A - Sharekhan B - Zerodha
C - HDFC Securities D - ICICI Direct
Dun & Bradstreet released its top list of banking, financial services
and fintech companies in early 2024. One company in particular stood
out for its high quality and service. Like last year, this company has
received the Most Trusted Brand Award for the second consecutive
year. This company is recognized for its utmost reliability, expertise,
and excellent services.
103. Canadian writer Alice Munro, who received the Nobel Prize for
Literature, dies at the age of 92.
A - 2009 B - 2011
C - 2013 D - 2015
Canadian author Alice Munro has died at the age of 92. Alice Munro
received the Nobel Prize for Literature in 2013. She was honored for
her writing of short stories, which she presented masterfully. His
stories dealt with human relationships, various aspects of society,
and personal experiences in an interactive manner. Alice Munro
deeply touched human emotions in her fiction.

104. Which bank is the first to launch India's 'Virtual Credit Card Pixel
Play'?
A - ICICI Bank B - Kotak Mahindra Bank
C - State Bank of India D - HDFC Bank
For the first time in India, a new scheme has been launched in the
banking sector, in which it has been decided to create a 'Virtual Credit
Card'. This bank will provide this new service called 'Pixel Play'.
Through this service, customers will be able to do financial
transactions through their smartphones. This 'Virtual Credit Card' will
act as a new and unique credit card.
105. Recently in news, “Hanuman”, an Indic AI model has been
launched by?
A - IndiaGPT B - Chat GPT
C - SORA D - Cloud AI Model
Recently, an Indian AI (Artificial Intelligence) model named
“Hanuman” has been launched in the news. This model has been
developed by an Indian startup named "Arbiter". "Hanuman" aims to
help in understanding and cognizance of Indian languages. The
model understands Indian languages as well as English and helps
translate them correctly.

106. Which organization has launched Operation Sadbhavna in North

Sikkim in May 2024?
A - Indian Air Force B - Indo-Tibetan Border Police
C - Armed Border Force D - Indian Army
In May 2024, the Indian Army has taken an important step by
launching Operation Sadbhavna in North Sikkim. This operation is
being conducted with the aim of improving the security situation in
the tribal areas of North Sikkim. Militant activities have been
prevalent in this area for some time and the Army has conducted
Operation Sadbhavna to control it.

107. Who became India's 85th Grandmaster after a wait of 12 years

and four close defeats?
A - Vignesh Narayanan Rajeshwari B - Vaishali Rameshbabu
C - Aditya Samant D - Shyam Nikhil
Indian chess player Shyam Nandini became India's 85th Grandmaster
after a wait of 12 years and four close defeats. He is a resident of
Bengaluru and achieved this recognition in the World Cup Chess
Competition held in Finland. Shyam performed very well to achieve
this recognition.

108. Who won the men's singles title in Slovenia Deaf Tennis Open?
A - Prithvi Shekhar B - Pratyaya Kumar
C - Prashant Jagtap D - Paresh Khajuria
Swiss tennis player Roger Federer won the men's singles title in the
Slovenia Deaf Tennis Open. Federer performed brilliantly in this
tournament and won the title by defeating Filip Krajanovic of Croatia
in the final. This is his 99th ATP Tour title and further enhances his
reputation. Federer won the final of this tournament against
Krajanovic in three sets.
109. Recently, Sela Tunnel has been recognized as the highest tunnel
of India by the International Book of Honor. Where is Sela Tunnel
located?
A - Himachal Pradesh B - Arunachal Pradesh
C - Ladakh D - Sikkim
Recently, Sela Tunnel has been specially honored in the International
Book of Honor for being recognized as the highest tunnel of India.
Sela Tunnel is located on the India-Tibet border. It is a long
delineated route which is located in the Ladakh district of Jammu and
Kashmir and connects the eastern part of Tibet.

110. Which bank has become the first trading and clearing member of
India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX)?
A - State Bank of India B - Axis Bank
C - ICICI Bank D - HDFC Bank
Bank of Baroda has become the first trading and clearing member of
India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX). Through this, Bank of
Baroda will get permission to trade especially in gold and silver. In
this context, Bank of Baroda has received acceptance as India's first
trading and clearing member of the India International Bullion
Exchange.

111. Which Indian business intends to establish France's first Human-

Centric AI Center of Excellence?
A - Tata Consultancy Services B - Infosys
C - Wipro D - HCL Technologies Limited
An Indian business intends to set up France's first human-centric AI
center of excellence. The center will encourage the development and
research of human-centered AI solutions and play a leading role in
the world of tech products and innovations in France. The main
objective of this center is to innovate in the field of AI and data
science and help in improving the use of AI with human interactions.

112. Who received the 2024 Global Excellence Award for Extraordinary
Achievements in Education?
A - Manoj Kumar B - Rajesh Sharma
C - Priya Patel D - Chandrakant Satija
A ceremony was held in Lucknow to find out who received the Global
Excellence Award for Exceptional Achievements in Education in 2024.
The award this year recognizes qualitative excellence who have made
unique contributions to the education sector. This award honors
those individuals who have made special contributions in the field of
education and inspired students in new directions.
113. Where will the 7th joint military exercise 'Shakti' between the
Indian Army and the French Army be held?
A - Jaipur, Rajasthan B - Umroi, Meghalaya
C - Jodhpur, Rajasthan D - Pune, Maharashtra
The 7th joint military exercise 'Shakti' between the Indian Army and
the French Army will be conducted in India from 17 May to 30 May
2024. The main objective of this exercise is to strengthen confidence
and partnership between the troops of both the countries. Under this,
the armies will get the opportunity to participate in various types of
maneuvers, strategic plans, and exercises.

114. Who has been appointed as the Executive Director of the Reserve
Bank of India (RBI) in May 2024?
A - R. Lakshmi Kant Rao B - T. Rabi Shankar
C - Aditi Shankar Jha D - Urjit Patel
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has nominated a new candidate for
the post of its Executive Director in May 2024. Appointment for this
post has been scheduled. Nawaz Arora has been nominated for this
important post. Under his leadership, the functional area of RBI will
be operated with continuity and security. The purpose of this
appointment is to provide stability and more excellent services in the
working area of the Bank.
115. Who was declared the official winner of the presidential elections
held in Chad on May 6 with more than 61% of the votes?
A - Prime Minister Success Masra B - President Idriss Deby Itno
D - Prime Minister Albert Pahimi
C - President Mahamat Idriss Deby
Padake
Dr. Ajay Jaipuria has been declared the official winner in the
presidential elections held in Chad on May 6, with more than 61% of
the votes. He has made significant contributions and with this
contract writing experience submitted his name for the post of
President. Jaipuria was selected for Uttar Pradesh and he
campaigned with expertise and ability.
116. Who has been appointed as the head of Key Relationship Group
at SBI General Insurance in May 2024?
A - Jaya Tripathi B - Mukesh Kumar
C - Neeraj Dhawan D - Pushan Mahapatra
SBI General Insurance has appointed Dilip Singh as head of key
relationship group in May 2024. This appointment is an effort to
promote the Company's excellent performance and the growth of the
Relationship Group. Dilip Singh brings to this new role a wide range
of experience and excitement across a variety of sectors, which will
help take the Relation Group to new heights.
117. Recently Churdhar Valley is in which Indian state?
A - Sikkim B - Uttarakhand
C - Jammu and Kashmir D - Himachal Pradesh
More recently, the Churdhar Valley has been mentioned in the context
of an Indian state. This valley is located in the state of West Bengal,
India. This valley is generally considered famous for tourism and
natural beauty. Many tourists come here to experience this. Churdhar
Valley is blessed with local beaches, natural beauty, and an
abundance of styles.

118. Kami Rita Sherpa has created a new record with her 29th climb of
Mount Everest. He belongs to Nepal.
A - Nepal B - Bangladesh
C - India D - China
Kami Rita Sherpa has set a new record with her 29th climb of Mount
Everest. She is a Nepalese Himalayan climber and has become the
highest-ranked woman to climb Mount Everest. His 29th climb has set
this world record. Earlier, Rita Sherpa had climbed Mount Everest 28
times. This achievement has earned him an important place in the
rich and inspiring history of Nepal.

119. Idashisha Nongrang has been appointed the first woman Director
General of Police of which state?
A - Assam B - West Bengal
C - Kerala D - Meghalaya
Idashisha Nongrang has been appointed the first woman Director
General of Police of Meghalaya state. He has been given the
appointment letter to hold this designation by Meghalaya Chief
Minister Conrad Congress. Idashisha Nongrang is a former AIS officer
and has served in various capacities in the police service.

120. The first 15 MW floating solar plant is being established in which

city of Chhattisgarh?
A - Janjgir-Champa B - Korba
C - fort D - Kawardha
The first 15 MW floating solar plant is being installed in the local city
of Bhilai in Chhattisgarh. This plant floats in water and converts sun
rays into electricity. It is built on a river overlooking the city, making
use of its maritime position. With the establishment of this plant, an
important step is being taken towards promotion of new energy in the
state of Chhattisgarh.
121. How many women are the intended recipients of drone operator
training under the Drone Didi programme?
A - 5,000 B - 10,000
C - 15,000 D - 20,000
The number of intended recipients of drone operator training in the
“Drone Didi” program is increasing. Under this programme, women
are being given training in drone operating. So far, more than 300
women have applied for drone operator training under this program.
This program is an effort to make women participants in the digital
world. This will provide new employment opportunities to women and
their economic condition will improve.
122. What is the capacity of the DERC-approved project, which is
India's first commercial standalone Battery Energy Storage System
(BESS)?
A - 10 MW/20 MWh B - 30 MW/60 MWh
C - 20 MW/40 MWh D - 40 MW/80 MWh
The DERC approved project has a capacity of 150 MW HY, which is
India's first commercial standalone Battery Energy Storage System
(BESS). This project has been installed by the Electricity Distribution
Company Limited of Delhi in its station. The use of BESS will improve
power distribution and improve the stability of power supply.

123. Where is the world's largest operational Direct Air Capture (DAC)
plant opened by Climeworks to remove CO2 from the atmosphere?
A - Norway B - Switzerland
C - Iceland D - Canada
Climeworks has opened the world's largest operational Direct Air
Capture (DAC) plant to remove CO2 from the atmosphere. This plant
is located in Colombia. The main objective of the DAC plant is to
remove high CO2 from the atmosphere. It is located in an
environment of undisturbed sand and is designed to separate CO2
from the atmosphere with great stability.

124. In May 2024, who was appointed as the Chief of Personnel of the
Indian Navy?
A - Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla B - Vice Admiral R. Hari Kumar
D - Vice Admiral Ajendra Bahadur
C - Admiral Karambir Singh
Singh
In May 2024, the Indian Navy appointed Vice Admiral AJ Singh as the
Chief of Personnel on the basis of distinguished personal and
professional contributions. This appointment was seen as recognition
of special contribution and experience in the Indian Navy.
125. Justice Brajendra Prasad Kateki Panel was set up to address
issues related to which of the following?
A - Unauthorized construction in B - To oversee the implementation
urban areas of rural development projects
C - Regulation of Non-Banking D - Environmental damage caused
Financial Companies by rat-hole mining
Justice Brajendra Prasad Kateki had set up a panel to address the
issues related to him. This panel was created to advise him on issues
related to him during his tenure. It is an attempt to find resolution in
which judicial disputes or issues are considered. Through this panel,
Justice Kateki analyzed relevant situations to resolve judicial issues.
126. Which date has been declared by the United Nations as World
Football Day?
A - 15th April B - 25th May
C - 25 April D - 15th May
The United Nations has declared 21 May as World Football Day. This
day aims to make people more aware of the importance of football.
Football is not a game but a special tool that brings people together
and promotes social harmony. This day shares the important role of
sports and makes aware the benefits of football. Various events,
announcements, and mass games are organized on this day which
help people to understand the importance of football.
127. Punjabi poet Padmashree Surjit Patar passed away at the age of
79. In which year was his Padmashree win?
A - 2010 B - 2020
C - 2022 D - 2012
Prominent poet of Punjab Padmashree Surjit Patar passed away at
the age of 79. He was honored with the Padma Shri award in 1979.
Patar gave a new direction to Punjabi literature through his poems
and made an important contribution in taking it on the path of
prosperity. His poems were based on issues of politics, society, and
humanity. Patar's poems were praised for their deep understanding,
creativity, and literary excellence.
128. CMD of which PSU was given the Gov Connect PSU Dedication
Award?
A - Hindustan Shipyard Limited B - Cochin Shipyard Limited
D - Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders
C - Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Limited
Gov Connect PSU presented this award to Smt. Sarita Chaudhary,
Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), Central Products
Corporation Limited (CNL), as part of its Dedication Award. The main
objective of this award is to encourage continuous efforts and
innovation to improve pollution free energy and quality of life.
129. Who has been re-appointed by President Vladimir Putin as the
Prime Minister of Russia in May 2024?
A - Dmitry Medvedev B - Mikhail Mishustin
C - Alexey Kudrin D - Sergei Sobyanin
In a welcome move to Russia, the selection of its new Prime Minister
Mikhail Mishustin means Putin's government has decided to press
ahead with its plan. Mishustin has shown effectiveness during his
tenure, particularly with Russia's economic and political challenges.
There is great reassurance to the citizens of Russia in keeping an eye
on the solutions that come with them.

130. The Ambassador of Belarus to India thanked India for supporting

Belarus in becoming a full member of the Shanghai Cooperation
Organisation.
A - Afghanistan B - Uzbekistan
C - Tajikistan D - Kyrgyzstan
The Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) is a permanent inter-
governmental international organization whose main objective is to
maintain peace, security and stability in the region. It was formed in
2001. India and Pakistan joined the membership of SCO in 2017. The
organization is in Russian and Chinese and its head office is located
in Heijing.
131. Which government launched the 'Pirul Laao-Paise Pao' campaign
to reduce forest fires by encouraging the collection of pine leaves?
A - aUttar Pradesh Government B - Government of West Bengal
C - Uttarakhand Government D - Madhya Pradesh Government
Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami has launched the
"Pirul Laao-Paise Pao" mission. Under this mission, local villagers
and youth are being motivated to collect Pirul (pine tree leaves) from
the forests. Piruls will be collected through this campaign, which will
be stored in designated Pirul collection centres. Participants will be
compensated per kilogram of Pirul.

132. Which company announced its first partnership with Hockey India
for the National Women's Hockey League 2024?
A - PepsiCo B - Coca-Cola
C - Seagrams D - Kingfisher
Coca-Cola India Foundation, Anandana has launched a partnership
with Hockey India for the National Women's Hockey League 2024.
This partnership is in line with Coca-Cola India's objective of
promoting sports and gender equality, as evidenced by their
#SheDifference campaign.
133. "Which is the first company in the world to receive ISO
certification for Artificial Intelligence Management System?"
A - Microsoft B - Infosys
C - Google D - IBM
Infosys has achieved ISO 42001:2023 certification, making it one of
the first IT services companies in the world. This certification
promotes Infosys' AI practices and adheres to regulatory
requirements. TÜV India, part of the TÜV Nord Group, a leading
provider of technical quality and safety services, provided the
certification to Infosys.

134. Which company's compliance and risk management team in India

was awarded the 'Compliance and Risk Management Team of the Year
2023-24' award?
A - Aditya Birla Group B - Hindustan Unilever Limited
C - 4 Tata Steel Limited D - Malabar Gold and Diamonds
The 'Compliance and Risk Management Team of the Year 2023-24'
award has been received by Malabar Gold & Diamonds, which
recognizes legal excellence and ethics in Indian business. This award
praises his highest standards and brings him special recognition in
the Indian business community. This differentiates Malabar Gold &
Diamonds from various corporate entities.
135. "India is set to host 'Bharat Parv' at ___ Cannes Film Festival to
showcase the creative opportunities in the country to delegates from
across the world."
A - 76th B - 77th
C - 74th D - 75th
Participating in the Cannes Film Festival as 'Bharat Parv' is an
important opportunity for Indian cinema and creative industry.
Through this, the Indian film industry is presented on the international
platform and connected with the international community through
various events, competitions and dialogues.

136. Who has partnered with IFFCO for drone-based spray operations
on 500,000 acres in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana?
A - Indian Water and Air
B - Indian Military
Corporation
C - Marut Drones D - Indian Air Force I
Marut Drones has partnered with IFFCO to conduct drone spraying
operations on five lakh acres of agricultural land in Andhra Pradesh
and Telangana. The collaboration aims to increase soil productivity
and reduce environmental impact by applying various agricultural
inputs using advanced drone technology.
137. Who has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer (CEO) of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank in May 2024?
A - Samit Ghosh B - Sanjeev Nautiyal
C - Shashidhar Jagadishan D - Shri Sanjay Aggarwal
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the appointment of
Sanjeev Nautiyal as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive
Officer (CEO) of Ujjivan Small Finance Bank for a period of three
years with effect from July 1, 2024. Nautiyal will join Ujjivan Small
Finance Bank before assuming his official role as MD & CEO, initially
serving as Chairman.

138. Which service has been launched by ICICI Bank for NRIs through
international mobile numbers?
A - IMPS B - NEFT
C - UPI D - RTGS
ICICI Bank launches UPI for NRIs through international mobile
numbers. ICICI Bank has enabled NRI customers to use UPI in India
with international mobile numbers, eliminating the need for an Indian
number. The service is available to NRIs in 10 countries through the
iMobile Pay app, which facilitates utility, merchant and e-commerce
payments. It aims to enhance payment convenience for Non-Resident
Indians (NRIs),
139. Who was known for his roles in 'The Lord of the Rings' and
'Titanic' and passed away at the age of 79?
A - Ian McKellen B - Helen McCrory
C - Viggo Mortensen D - Bernard Hill
Bernard Hill was an acclaimed English actor, best known for his
versatile performances in both 'The Lord of the Rings' trilogy and the
film 'Titanic'. He died at the age of 79, leaving behind a legacy of
some of the most iconic films in the history of cinema. Hill played
King Théoden in 'The Lord of the Rings', a role in which he received
widespread praise for his portrayal of the troubled but noble ruler of
Rohan.
140. What is the name of the campaign launched by the Ministry of
Tourism at Arabian Travel Mart 2024 to promote India as a holistic
destination?
A - Discover India B - India Welcomes
C - Incredible India D - Cool Summers of India
Ministry of Tourism, Government of India launched the 'Cool
Summers of India' campaign at the Arabian Travel Mart 2024 held in
Dubai. This digital campaign aims to challenge the perception that
India is too hot to travel in summer. Through the campaign, the
ministry highlights fresh and lesser-known destinations in India,
especially hill resorts and the Himalayas.
141. Who has been appointed as the National Ambassador of UNICEF
India in the 75th year of partnership with India?
A - Priyanka Chopra B - Aamir Khan
C - Kareena Kapoor Khan D - Vidya Balan
UNICEF India marks the 75th year of its partnership with India by
appointing Kareena Kapoor Khan as the organization's National
Ambassador and recognizing her as one of the most iconic stars of
Indian cinema. Kareena Kapoor Khan will leverage her role as
UNICEF India's Celebrity Advocate since 2014 to advocate for every
child's right to early childhood development, health, education and
gender equality.
142. Who has become the second highest wicket-taker in the history of
IPL by May 2024?
A - Bhuvneshwar Kumar B - Piyush Chawla
C - Yuzvendra Chahal D - Dwayne Bravo
While playing for Mumbai Indians, Piyush Chawla achieved the feat of
becoming the second highest wicket taker in IPL history. This feat
was achieved during the match against Kolkata Knight Riders at
Wankhede Stadium. By dismissing batsman Rinku Singh, Piyush
Chawla took his total number of wickets to 184 and overtook Dwayne
Bravo, who was second with 183 wickets.

143. How many gold medals did Indian youth boxers win at the ASBC
Asian U-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024?
A-2 B-3
C-4 D-5
Five young Indian boxers won gold medals at the ASBC Asian
Under-22 and Youth Boxing Championships 2024, showcasing India's
prowess in the sport. Brijesh Tamta displayed skill and determination
to lead India to the gold medal with a decisive 5-0 win in the men's
48kg category. Aryan Hooda won another gold medal in the 51kg
category to complete the 5-0 victory and continue India's dominance
in the competition.
144. When is ‘National Technology Day’ celebrated?
A - 11th May B - 13 May
C - 9th May D - 5th May
Every year on 11th May, ‘National Technology Day’ is celebrated
across the country. National Technology Day has important historical
significance in India. Every year on this day officials honor the
scientists of India for their achievements. This day is celebrated as an
achievement of India's technological progress. On 11 May 1998, India
achieved a major technological breakthrough by successfully
carrying out a series of nuclear tests at Pokhran.
145. What is the name of the world's first AI diplomat representing
Ukraine?
A - Victoria Shea B - Anna Kievska
C - Daria Molodova D - Elena Petrova
Ukraine has made history by deploying the world's first AI diplomat
named Victoria Xi, created to read official statements written by
humans, on behalf of the Foreign Ministry. AI Spokesperson Victoria
Xi is designed to save time and resources for Ukrainian diplomats,
delivering pre-prepared official statements using visual avatars
generated by AI.

146. Who will represent India as an ICC match referee in the upcoming
T20 World Cup in the US?
A - Ravi Shastri B - Anil Kumble
C - Harbhajan Singh D - Javagal Srinath
The ICC has announced the list of 26 match officials, including
umpires and match referees, for the first round of the upcoming T20
World Cup to be held in the United States (USA) and West Indies from
June 1. The Indian representatives at the T20 World Cup include
umpires Nitin Menon and Jayaraman Madangopal as well as ICC
match referee Javagal Srinath.

147. Who became the first cricketer to take 150 catches in IPL history?
A - Rohit Sharma B - M.S. Dhoni
C - Virat Kohli D - Hardik Pandya
Former Chennai Super Kings captain MS Dhoni has achieved a big
achievement in the match against Punjab Kings. He has become the
first wicketkeeper in the history of IPL to take 150 catches. With the
catch of Punjab batsman Jitesh Sharma, he has become the
wicketkeeper with 192 dismissals in IPL. Dhoni has made 42
stumpings. Dinesh Karthik is close to MS Dhoni in this list, he has
taken 141 catches.

148. Who won the Madrid Open title by defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a
thrilling three-set tiebreaker?
A - Naomi Osaka B - Simona Halep
C - Iga Swiatek D - Serena Williams
Iga Swiatek won the Madrid Open by defeating Aryna Sabalenka in a
thrilling three-set tiebreaker, avenging her defeat in last year's final
and securing her third title of the season. Despite facing two match
points while struggling with her serve at 5–6 in the third set, Swiatek
showed resilience and took the match to a tiebreaker, where she
saved her third match point.
149. The world's deepest blue hole, named Tam Ja'Blue Hole, was
discovered in which country?
A - Mexico B - Belize
C - Australia D - Bahamas
Researchers have discovered the world's deepest blue hole, named
Tam Ja'Blue Hole (TJBH), located in Mexico's Chetumal Gulf, and it is
the deepest blue hole known to date. It was initially thought to be the
second deepest, but recent measurements have shown that TJBH is
more than 420 meters below sea level (mbsl), making it the deepest
blue hole ever discovered. The discovery spans a quarter-mile below
sea level in the mesopelagic zone,
150. What is the amount of the currency note that Nepal plans to
introduce, which will feature a map of the Indian territories of
Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and Kalapani?
A - 50 rupees B - 100 rupees
C - 500 rupees D - 1000 rupees
Nepal has announced its decision to print a new Rs 100 note that will
feature a map of the Indian territories of Lipulekh, Limpiyadhura and
Kalapani. The decision was taken during a meeting chaired by
Nepalese Prime Minister Pushpakamal Dahal Prachanda and
informed by government spokesperson Rekha Sharma.

151. Mumbai City FC won the ISL Cup by defeating which club in the
ISL 2023-24 season?
A - Mohun Bagan Super Giant B - Kerala Blasters FC
C - FC Goa D - Bengaluru FC
Mumbai City FC emerged as champions of the Indian Super League
(ISL) 2023-24 after winning against Mohun Bagan Super Giant with a
final score of 3-1. The win marked Mumbai City FC's second ISL Cup
win, their first win also being against Mohun Bagan Super Giant
during the 2020–21 season. The match was highly competitive and
demonstrated the tenacity of Mumbai City FC, who overcame early
challenges to lift the ISL Cup trophy.
152. Who has been named as the winner of the 2024
UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize?
A - Ukrainian journalist B - Sudanese journalist
C - Russian journalist D - Palestinian journalist
Palestinian journalists covering Gaza have been named winners of
the 2024 UNESCO/Guillermo Cano World Press Freedom Prize. This
important recognition, following a recommendation by an
international jury of media professionals, highlights their courageous
and dedicated work in reporting from Gaza amid the ongoing conflict.
153. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Goods and
Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT) in May 2024?
A - Chandrajit Banerjee B - Sanjay Kumar Mishra
C - Alok Ranjan D - Hitesh Singh Desai
Justice (retd) Sanjay Kumar Mishra, former Chief Justice of
Jharkhand High Court, has been appointed Chairman of the Goods
and Services Tax Appellate Tribunal (GSTAT). The Appointments
Committee of the Cabinet approved this appointment following the
recommendation of the Search-cum-Selection Committee.

154. Where were the rocks that provide the oldest evidence of Earth's
magnetic field collected?
A - Antarctica B - Sahara Desert
C - Greenland D - Andes Mountains
The oldest evidence of Earth's magnetic field has been found in the
rocks of Greenland. These rocks were collected in Greenland,
specifically in the Isua supracrustal belt. The place is known for
having some of the oldest preserved rocks on Earth. Greenland's Isua
Supracrustal Belt is an important 20-mile-long rock structure that
played a key role in providing information about the early Earth's
magnetic field.
155. Representatives of how many countries have participated in the
Election Visitors Program during the ongoing Lok Sabha Elections
2024?
A - 20 B - 21
C - 22 D - 23
The Election Commission of India has invited international delegates
to participate in the Election Visitors Program (IEVP) during the Lok
Sabha Elections 2024. A total of 75 delegates representing various
election management bodies (EMBs) and organizations participated
in it. These delegates came from 23 different countries, reflecting the
breadth of global interest in India's electoral process.
156. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Grappling
Committee of India for Jammu and Kashmir in May 2024?
A - Shubham Chaudhary B - Sania Qadri
C - Vikas Gupta D - Anjali Mehta
Sania Qadri has been appointed the chairperson of the Grappling
Committee of India specifically for the Jammu and Kashmir region
following a recommendation. The purpose of his appointment is to
oversee and guide the conduct of wrestling sports in the state. The
decision reflects an effort to promote and develop wrestling sports at
the grassroots level in Jammu and Kashmir.
157. Who has been appointed as the new Prime Minister of Solomon
Islands in May 2024?
A - Jeremiah Manele B - John Smith
C - Michael Johnson D - Emily Brown
Former Foreign Minister Jeremiah Manele has been elected as the
new Prime Minister of Solomon Islands. Manele received 31 votes in
the secret ballot, while his rival and longtime opposition leader
Matthew Vale received 18 votes. The election took place amid tight
security in the capital, Honiara, with police contingents patrolling the
parliamentary complex to prevent possible unrest.

158. In which city was the second session of the India-Nigeria Joint
Trade Committee held?
A - Lagos B - Mumbai
C - New Delhi D - Abuja
India and Nigeria have agreed to the early conclusion of the Local
Currency Settlement System Agreement to boost bilateral trade
between the two countries. Under the local currency settlement
system, trades will be settled in India's local currency and Nigerian
local currency, Nigerian Naira. The decision was taken at the second
session of the India-Nigeria Joint Trade Committee held in Abuja,
Nigeria.
159. Who will be awarded the Honorary Palme d'Or Award at the
opening ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival on May 14?
A - Meryl Streep B - Nicole Kidman
C - Cate Blanchett D - Helen Mirren
Meryl Streep will be awarded a special Palme d'Or at the opening
ceremony of the Cannes Film Festival on May 14. Hollywood legend
Streep had previously won the Best Actress award at Cannes in 1989.
Expressing his immense honor on receiving the prestigious award, he
said that winning the award at Cannes is the highest achievement in
filmmaking for the international artist community.

160. Which Indian state recently launched 'Nakshatra Sabha'

astrotourism campaign?
A - Kerala B - Uttarakhand
C - Rajasthan D - Himachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand Tourism Development Board and leading astro tourism
company Starscapes have partnered to launch India's first astro
tourism campaign 'Nakshatra Sabha'. The campaign aims to provide a
comprehensive astrotourism experience, including activities such as
stargazing, special solar observations, astrophotography
competitions and camping under the stars.
161. In which Indian city, American Express has inaugurated its nearly
one million square feet campus, the largest ever opened by the
company?
A - Bengaluru B - Gurugram
C - Hyderabad D - Mumbai
American Express has inaugurated an approximately one million
square foot campus in Gurugram, Haryana, which will serve as the
hub of its operations in India. The new campus is the largest campus
opened by the company to date and is located in Sector 74A,
Gurugram, complementing its existing facilities in various Indian
cities.
162. Vinay Veer, who passed away recently at the age of 72, was
related to which field?
A - medicine B - Engineering
C - Journalism D - Law
Famous journalist, publisher and editor of Daily Hindi Milap Vinay
Veer passed away at the age of 72. He was known for his contribution
in raising the standard of Hindi journalism. He enriched the Hindi
language with his editing and management style and took it to new
heights in the field. Vinay Veer came from a family with a background
of freedom struggle, his mother Sita Yudhveer served as a Rajya
Sabha member for two terms.
163. Which company's Indian affiliate has been recognized as a top
employer for the fifth consecutive year?
A - Philip Morris International
B - Coca-Cola
(PMI)
C - PepsiCo D - Procter & Gamble (P&G)
IPM India, the India subsidiary of Philip Morris International (PMI), has
been recognized as a Top Employer for the fifth consecutive year,
reflecting its excellence in people behavior. PMI has also been
certified as a Global Top Employer for the eighth consecutive year.

164. Where will the 46th Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting (ATCM
46) and the 26th meeting of the Committee on Environmental
Protection (CEP 26) be held?
A - Mumbai, Maharashtra B - Kochi, Kerala
C - Chennai, Tamil Nadu D - Kolkata, West Bengal
The Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India, through the
National Center for Polar and Ocean Research, will host the 46th
Antarctic Treaty Consultative Meeting and the 26th Meeting of the
Environment Protection Committee in Kochi, Kerala from May 20 to
30, 2024. Its purpose is to discuss the challenges facing Antarctica
and promote cooperation in environmental protection and research.
165. What is the amount of finance received by Adani Green Energy
Limited (AGEL) from a consortium of international banks for its under-
construction solar projects in May 2024?
A - 500 million dollars B - 400 million dollars
C - 300 million dollars D - 600 million dollars
Adani Green Energy Limited (AGEL) has secured $400 million
financing from a consortium of five international banks for its under-
construction solar projects. These projects, with a total capacity of
750 MW, are located in Gujarat and Rajasthan and are expected to be
operational from November 2024.

166. Who received the Whitley Gold Award 2024 for the conservation
efforts of the endangered Greater Adjutant Stork and its wetland
habitat?
A - Dr. Purnima Devi Burman B - Suresh Joshi
C - Arup Mukherjee D - Dr. Ajay Nand Jha
Dr. Purnima Devi Barman received the Whitley Gold Award 2024 for
her conservation efforts on the endangered Greater Adjutant Stork
and its wetland habitat. He won a £100,000 prize from the Whitley
Fund for Nature (WFN) at a ceremony in London. The award
recognized her work in changing attitudes towards storks and
motivating local communities, primarily women, to protect their nests.
167. Who has been recently appointed as the Secretary (at the Director
level) of the National Jute Board under the Ministry of Textiles?
A - Abhinay Kumar Saxena B - Atul Jain
C - Rashmi Ranjan Patnaik D - Bhushan Singh
Shashi Bhushan Singh, a 2010 batch officer of the Indian Railway
Traffic Service (IRTS), has been appointed Secretary (at the Director
level) of the National Jute Board in Kolkata under the Ministry of
Textiles. This appointment is approved by the Central Government
and will remain in effect for a period of five years or until further
orders.

168. When is World Red Cross Day celebrated?

A - 5th May B - 6th May
C - 8th May D - 12 May
World Red Cross Day is also known as Red Crescent Day. World Red
Cross Day and Red Crescent Day is celebrated every year on 8 May.
This date is the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who was born on 8
May 1828 in Geneva, Switzerland and died on 30 October 1910 in
Haydn, Switzerland. An International Commission was established at
the 14th International Conference of the Red Cross.
169. Who has been appointed as the Presiding Officer of the Securities
Appellate Tribunal (SAT) for four years in May 2024?
A - R. M. Lodha B - A. Of. Patnaik
C - P.S. Dinesh Kumar D - P.S. Narasimha
The Finance Ministry has appointed retired Karnataka High Court
judge and former Chief Justice P.S. Dinesh Kumar has been
appointed as the Presiding Officer of the Securities Appellate Tribunal
(SAT) for a period of four years. Kumar's tenure as Chief Justice of
the Karnataka High Court was brief, lasting less than a month
following the recommendation of the Supreme Court collegium.

170. Which American novelist and screenwriter, known for acclaimed

works like "The New York Trilogy" and "The Book of Illusions", has
died at the age of 77?
A - Don DeLillo B - Paul Auster
C - Jonathan Franzen D - Philip Roth
Novelist Paul Auster, best known for works such as "The New York
Trilogy," has died at the age of 77. Auster's literary contributions
often focus on themes of identity, language, and personal meaning,
exploring philosophical concepts within the framework of detective
and mystery fiction.

171. What was the Gross Goods and Services Tax (GST) collection in
India for April 2024?
A - ₹2.10 lakh crore B - ₹2.25 lakh crore
C - ₹2.50 lakh crore D - ₹2.86 lakh crore
Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections reached a record high of
Rs 2.10 lakh crore in April 2024, showing a significant growth of 12.4%
year-on-year. The achievement was attributed to strong economic
momentum, growth in domestic transactions (up 13.4%) and higher
imports (up 8.3%). Central GST (CGST) collection stood at Rs 43,846
crore, state GST (SGST) at Rs 53,538 crore and integrated GST (IGST)
at Rs 99,623 crore,
172. How much assistance did Afghanistan receive from the World
Bank amid humanitarian crisis?
A - 75 million US dollars B - 94 million US dollars
C - 110 million US dollars D - 84 million US dollars
Afghanistan has received US$84 million in assistance from the World
Bank, which will help deal with the ongoing humanitarian crisis in the
country. This assistance will be used to respond to the economic
crisis, livelihood projects, assist Afghan women, tackle climate
change, and assist returning migrants. The project aims to provide
livelihood support and services in rural and urban areas,
173. What is the name of the new currency introduced to overcome
Zimbabwe's money crisis?
A - JimDollar B - Zig
C - Jigmani D - Zimbabwe Euro
Zimbabwe has launched a new currency "ZIG" (Zimbabwe Gold) to
address its long-term currency crisis. The currency is backed by
Zimbabwe's gold reserves and is issued in the form of banknotes and
coins. But it has faced some skepticism and disapproval, as many
government departments and businesses consider the US dollar
more trustworthy.

174. Which country is partnering with NPCI International to develop

instant payment system like UPI?
A - Kenya B - Namibia
C - South Africa D - Botswana
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has announced a
partnership between its overseas branch and Bank of Namibia (BoN)
to develop a UPI-like instant payment system for Namibia. Leveraging
technology and experiences from India's Unified Payments Interface
(UPI), this collaboration aims to modernize Namibia's financial
ecosystem by enhancing access,

175. Which country's football club Saint-Germain played against

Olympique Lyonnais in A.S. clinched their record 12th Ligue 1 title
after a 3-2 defeat of Monaco?
A - Spain B - Italy
C - France D - Germany
Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) won their 12th Ligue 1 title without playing
a match, which is a record as their nearest rivals A.S. Monaco lost 3–2
against Olympique Lyonnais. Monaco's defeat gave PSG an
unassailable 12-point lead in the league standings with only three
games left to play in the season, ensuring PSG's title victory.

176. Who has been appointed as the Director in the Department for
Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)?
A - Pratima Singh (IRS) B - Poonam Kishore Saxena (IRS)
C - Daya Shankar (IRS) D - Shraddha Joshi (IRS)
Pratima Singh (IRS) has been appointed Director in the Department
for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT). He was selected
under the Central Staffing Scheme for a period of five years. Singh is
a 2009 batch Indian Revenue Service (IRS) officer. His appointment
has been made following the recommendation made by the Revenue
Department for central deputation.
177. Radar data from which lunar orbiter used in the study revealed
that the Moon's polar craters may contain more subsurface water ice
than expected?
A - Lunar Orbiter 1 B - Vikram Lander
D - Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter
C - Pragyan Lunar Rover
(LRO)
The study used radar data from NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance
Orbiter (LRO), which revealed that the Moon's polar craters may
contain more underground water ice than expected. Research shows
that the amount of ice a few meters below the surface is 5 to 8 times
greater than at the surface.
178. Where has Indian logistics and supply chain company Delhivery
launched a 100% women-led hub?
A - Sikar, Rajasthan B - Tauru, Haryana
C - Bhiwandi, Mumbai D - Jaipur, Rajasthan
Delhivery has launched a 100% women-led center in Sikar, Rajasthan.
The entire operation of this hub will be managed by women staff only.
The initiative aims to promote greater enrollment and empowerment
of women in the logistics industry. Delhivery has successfully
increased women's participation in Tauru (Haryana), Bhiwandi
(Mumbai) and other places in India. Women constitute 66% of the
total workforce at the processing center in Tauru.
179. According to Goldman Sachs report, what is the estimated value
of India's services exports by 2030?
A - 46 billion dollars B - 800 billion dollars
C - 340 billion dollars D - 1250 billion dollars
According to a Goldman Sachs report, the estimated value of India's
services exports by 2030 is $800 billion. This estimate is much higher
than the $340 billion recorded last year. It is estimated that services
exports could account for about 11% of India's GDP by 2030. The
increase in services exports is expected to contribute to
strengthening India's external sector against supply-side shocks and
reducing rupee volatility.
180. Who was honored for 'Outstanding Contribution in the Field of
Corporate Social Responsibility' by the Vice President of India, Shri
Jagdeep Dhankhar?
A - Lakshmi Mittal B - Nita Ambani
C - Indra Nooyi D - Dr. Beena Modi
Modi Enterprises - K.K. Dr. Bina Modi, Chairman and Managing
Director of Modi Group, was honored by the Vice President of India,
Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar for her outstanding contribution to Corporate
Social Responsibility (CSR). The event took place during the
inauguration of the new building of the Society of Indian Law Firms
(SILF), which was attended by the Vice President as the chief guest.
181. Who took over as the Deputy Chief of Naval Staff in May 2024?
A - Vice Admiral Ajit Kumar B - Vice Admiral G. Ashok Kumar
C - Vice Admiral Krishna
D - Vice Admiral M.S. Pawar
Swaminathan
Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan, AVSM, VSM took over as the Vice
Chief of the Naval Staff in May 2024. Vice Admiral Swaminathan was
commissioned into the Indian Navy in July 1987 and is an expert in
communications and electronic warfare. He has received prestigious
awards such as Ati Vishisht Seva Medal and Vishisht Seva Medal.

182. What is the name of the airport in Dubai where the construction
work of the "world's largest" terminal has started?
A - Al Maktoum International
B - Dubai International Airport
Airport
C - Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al D - Sheikh Mohammed Bin Salman
Nahyan Airport Airport
Ruler of Dubai Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum announced
the start of construction work on the terminal. When fully operational,
the terminal will become the "world's largest" terminal with an annual
passenger capacity of 260 million. Its size will be five times larger
than the current Dubai International Airport.
183. Which city will India host the 2025 BWF World Junior
Championships?
A - Pune B - Guwahati
C - Shillong D - Kolkata
India will host the 2025 BWF World Junior Championships in
Guwahati. The event will be held at the National Center of Excellence,
which will be the first time India will host the championship since
2008. BWF has taken this decision keeping in mind the increasing
prominence of India. The event will be hosted by the National Center
of Excellence, Guwahati.

184. Who has won the 2024 Goldman Prize from Asia for his efforts in
the Hasdev Aranya Abhiyan?
A - Rajat Ghai B - Amit Pandey
C - Lalit Gautam D - Alok Shukla
Alok Shukla has been awarded the 2024 Goldman Prize for Asia. He
led a successful community campaign in Chhattisgarh, saving 445,000
acres of forests from coal mines. His efforts were recognized by the
Goldman Environment Foundation, which plays a key role in
influencing policy and promoting environmental justice in India.
185. Which athlete set a new final world record in men's 10m air rifle at
the Olympic Selection Trials T1?
A - Divyansh Singh Panwar B - Arjun Babuta
C - Varun Tomar D - Rhythm Sangwan
Arjun breaks air rifle world record in Olympic selection trials. Arjun
Babauta set a new final world record with 254.0 points in the men's
10m air rifle at the Olympic Selection Trials (OST) T1, breaking the
previous record of Divyansh Singh Panwar. Nancy, Varun Tomar and
Rhythm Sangwan won their OST T1 final matches in the Women's
10m Air Rifle, Men's 100m Air Pistol and Women's 10m Air Pistol
respectively.
186. REC Ltd announces financial results, records highest ever profit.
REC Limited comes under which ministry?
B - Ministry of Petroleum and
A - Ministry of Power
Natural Gas
C - Ministry of New and D - Ministry of Ports, Shipping and
Renewable Energy Waterways
REC Limited has announced its financial results and recorded its
highest ever profit. During FY 2023-24, REC earned a net profit of Rs
14,019 crore as against Rs 11,055 crore in FY23. Its net income grew
49% to Rs 15,063 crore in the same period. As of March 31, 2024, the
net worth of the company has reached Rs 68,783 crore. REC Limited:
187. What title did Subramanya Dhareshwar earn for his voice in the
Yakshagana community?
A - Yakshgana Ustad B - Rasa Ratna
C - Bhagwat Shrestha D - Natya Natak Samrat
Yakshagana exponent Subrahmanya Dhareshwar passed away.
Yakshagan artiste Subrahmanya Dhareshwar (67), who was famous as
'Bhagwat Shrestha' for his melodious voice, passed away in
Bengaluru. Dhareshwar, who entertained art lovers with his
melodious voice for 45 years, is known for his experiments in
Yakshagana singing.

188. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and CEO
of Axis Bank?
A - Dinesh Kumar Khara B - Shashidhar Jagadishan
C - Rajkiran Rai ji. D - Amitabh Chaudhary
The Board of Axis Bank has approved the re-appointment of Amitabh
Choudhary as Managing Director and CEO for the next three years,
with effect from January 2025, subject to RBI approval. Along with
Chaudhary, independent directors Meena Ganesh and Gopalraman
Padmanabhan have also been reappointed for four years each. Axis
Bank beat profit expectations in the fourth quarter due to strong loan
expansion and increase in revenue from lending activities.
189. Which organization launched India's first green hydrogen project
in Himachal Pradesh?
A - Indian Oil Corporation B - Satluj Hydropower Corporation
C - Bharat Petroleum Corporation D - Oil and Natural Gas
Limited Corporation Limited
SJVN launches India's first green hydrogen project in Himachal
Pradesh. Satluj Hydropower Corporation inaugurated India's first
multi-purpose green hydrogen pilot project at Nathpa Jhakri Hydro
Power Station in Himachal Pradesh. The project will produce
hydrogen for the High Velocity Oxygen Fuel (HVOF) coating facility
and generate 25 kW of power.
190. According to a recent study, which passport is the second
cheapest passport to obtain worldwide?
A - India B - United Arab Emirates
C - US D - China
A recent research shows that India's passport is the most economical
in terms of 'cost per year' of validity. Indian passport holders can visit
62 countries visa-free. This study has been done by Australian firm
Compare the Market AU. The firm studied the cost of obtaining
passports from different countries and the cost-effectiveness per year
of validity.

191. Nepal hosts post-investment summit India-Nepal B2B meeting to

strengthen economic ties. What is the capital of Nepal?
A - Viratnagar B - Pokhara
C - Kathmandu D - Bhaktapur
Kathmandu hosted India-Nepal B2B post-investment summit. The
objective of the event was to strengthen ties between Indian and
Nepali businesses. Organized by the Embassy of India in Kathmandu
in collaboration with Investment Board of Nepal (IBN) and Nepal-India
Chamber of Commerce and Industry (NICCI). Representatives from
various sectors like energy, agriculture, tourism etc.

192. What is the objective of the partnership between Indian Bank and
Tata Power Solar Systems?
B - Supporting solar energy
A - To promote the adoption of
adoption through financing
wind energy in rural areas.
options
C - Encouraging hydropower D - To develop nuclear energy
projects in urban areas infrastructure across the country.
Indian Bank has partnered with Tata Power Solar Systems to support
solar energy adoption under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Ghar Muft Bijli
Yojana. It will provide loans up to Rs 2 lakh at 7% annual interest for
residential solar power installations.
193. Who won the Barcelona Open in 2024?
A - Stefanos Tsitsipas B - Casper Rude
C - Marta Kostyuk D - Elena Rybakina
Casper Ruud wins Barcelona Open, Rybakina wins Stuttgart Open.
Norway's Casper Ruud defeated Stefanos Tsitsipas to win the
Barcelona Open title, the biggest title of his career. Ruud, a three-time
Grand Slam runner-up, had previously won 10 ATP Tour titles. Fourth
seed Elena Rybakina of Kazakhstan defeated Marta Kostyuk of
Ukraine in straight sets to win the WTA Championship in Stuttgart.

194. What is the name of the new service launched by Razorpay in

collaboration with Airtel Payments Bank?
A - Razorbank B - UPI Switch
C - Airtel Razorpay D - Paceswitch
Razorpay launches 'UPI Switch' in partnership with Airtel Payments
Bank. Razorpay has launched 'UPI Switch' in collaboration with Airtel
Payments Bank for faster and smoother transactions. This increases
the transaction success rate to 4-5% and can handle up to 10,000 TPS
while meeting peak time demands.

195. Which country has developed a high-yield air-launched ballistic

missile named Crystal Maze 2 or Rocks?
A - India B - US
C - Russia D - Israel
India successfully test-fired a new aerial ballistic missile with a range
of 250 km. The missile, also known as Rocks or Crystal Maze 2, came
from Israel and was tested from a Su-30 MKI fighter jet in the
Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The CM-2 is an extended stand-off
range air-to-surface missile designed to attack stationary and moving
targets in GPS-denied environments. It is capable of targeting enemy
long-range radar and air defense systems.
196. Who was awarded the title of Sportsman of the Year at the
Laureus Awards ceremony in 2024?
A - Rafael Nada B - Cristiano Ronaldo
C - Novak Djokovic D - LeBron James
Laureus Awards: Novak Djokovic was named World Sportsman of the
Year. Novak Djokovic won the World Sportsman of the Year award for
a record-equalling 5th time at the Laureus Awards ceremony. Bonmati
won the Sportswoman of the Year award, becoming the first footballer
to do so. La Roja won the World Team of the Year award. Gymnast
Simone Biles wins World Comeback of the Year award.
197. What is the focus of collaboration between C-DOT and IIT
Jodhpur under the Telecom Technology Development Fund of the
Department of Technology?
A - Implementing AI framework for
B - Development of new 5G
fault detection and network
network infrastructure
management
C - Research on quantum
D - Increasing cyber security
computing applications in
measures for 5G networks
telecommunications
C-DOT and IIT Jodhpur partner for AI in 5G network management.

198. Where was India's largest climate clock installed to celebrate

Earth Day?
A - Hyderabad B - Bengaluru
C - Kolkata D - New Delhi
Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) installed and
operationalized India's largest climate clock at CSIR Headquarters
building at Rafi Marg, New Delhi as a part of Earth Day celebrations.
This program reflects CSIR's commitment to raise awareness about
climate change and its adverse impacts.

199. Which organization has developed the lightest bulletproof jacket

for protection against BIS's highest threat level 6?
A - ISRO B - DRDO
C - CSIR D - HAL
Defense Material and Stores Research and Development
Establishment (DMSRDE), Kanpur under DRDO has developed the
lightest bullet proof jacket in India. This jacket is designed to protect
against 7.62×54R API ammunition, conforming to Level 6 of BIS 17051
standards.

200. Who has replaced Manika Batra to become India's number 1

player in women's singles table tennis in 2024?
A - Shreeja Akula B - Ayhika Mukherjee
C - Neha Agarwal D - Mouma Das
Sreeja Akula has become India's number one player in women's
singles table tennis, replacing Manika Batra. Sreeja has moved up
one place to her career-best 38th ranking in the latest ITTF Table
Tennis World Rankings. Meanwhile, Manika Batra fell two places to
39th.
201. Air India has signed a codeshare agreement with which Japanese
airline in April 2024?
A - Japan Airlines (JAL) B - All Nippon Airways (ANA)
C - Takashi Aviation D - Skymark Airlines
Air India has signed a codeshare agreement with Japan's All Nippon
Airways (ANA). The agreement provides travelers access to multiple
flight options between India and Japan. From May 23, passengers will
be able to book flights for both airlines on a single ticket. Air India
said that this partnership will enhance connectivity between India and
Japan and provide more convenience to passengers.

202. Which telecom provider has overtaken China Mobile to become

the world's largest mobile operator in terms of data traffic?
A - Airtel B - Vodafone Idea
C - BSNL D - Reliance Jio
Reliance Jio has become the world's largest mobile operator by
overtaking China Mobile in data traffic. The total traffic on Jio network
has reached 40.9 exabytes, showing a growth of 35.2% year-on-year.
This achievement is attributed to the increasing adoption of 5G and
home services. As of March 2024, Jio has 481.8 million customers,

203. What is the name of the all-in-one payment device launched by

BharatPe?
A - BharatPe B - BharatPe Connect
C - Indian one D - BharatPe Fusion
BharatPe launched an all-in-one payment device called BharatPe One.
It integrates POS, QR code and speaker functionalities into a single
device. The device is equipped with a high-definition touchscreen
display, 4G and Wi-Fi connectivity and runs on the latest Android
operating system. BharatPe plans to launch BharatPe One in around
100 cities in the first phase, which will be expanded to 450 cities in the
next 6 months.
204. What is the name of the Indian Naval ship on which two women
officers completed the historic oceanic expedition?
A - INSV Mahadei B - INSV Tarangini
C - INSV Vela D - INSV Tarini
Lieutenant Commander Dilna K. And Lieutenant Commander Rupa A.
INSV Tarini, crewed by INSV Tarini, completed a historic two-month
ocean expedition, a significant achievement as the first Indian woman
to do so. Lieutenant Commander Dilna K. And Lieutenant Commander
Rupa A. conducted the mission "double-handedly" on INSV Tarini.
His extraordinary journey proved to be a historic achievement as he
became the first Indian to achieve such a feat.
205. Which country has appointed Colonel Edison Napyo as India's
first Defense Advisor?
A - Portugal B - Papua New Guinea
C - Paraguay D - Philippines
Papua New Guinea appointed Colonel Edison Napyo as India's first
defense advisor. He will act as a link between the PNG government
and the military in India. The appointment comes amid the finalization
of the India-Philippines BrahMos deal and China's growing presence
in the Pacific region. Prime Minister Narendra Modi visited Papua
New Guinea last year.

206. Who has been appointed by UN Secretary-General Antonio

Guterres as the United Nations Resident Coordinator in Indonesia in
April 2024?
A - Geeta Sabharwal B - Vandana Shiva
C - Kanika Dhillon D - Ruchira Kamboj
India's Geeta Sabharwal has been appointed as the United Nations
Resident Coordinator in Indonesia, who will play an important role in
supporting the country's development efforts. Sabharwal has nearly
30 years of experience in the development sector, focusing on
climate change, sustainable peace, governance and social policy.

207. Who won the Achievement Award for Social Development and
Impact Creation in the 15th edition of Vishwakarma Awards?
A - Lodha Group B - DLF Limited
C - Purvankar Limited D - Godrej Properties
Purvankar Limited has been honored with the Achievement Award for
Social Development and Impact Creation at the 15th edition of
Vishwakarma Awards organized by the Construction Industry
Development Council (CIDC). The award recognizes Puravankara's
efforts in driving positive change through impactful campaigns,
particularly its collaboration with Biome Environment Trust in the
revival of heritage wells as part of the "Million Wells for Bengaluru"
208. Who was awarded the prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award
2021?
A - Mukesh Ambani B - Azim Premji
C - Anand Mahindra D - Ratan Tata
Philanthropist, Tata Group Chairman Emeritus Ratan Tata was
awarded the prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award 2021. The award
ceremony was organized at his private residence in Mumbai in which
he was honored by the great educationist Prof. Achyut Samant,
founder of Keet-Kis-Keems and Kandhamal Lok Sabha MP. This is an
important recognition of his commitment towards social development
and exemplary corporate leadership.
209. National Defense University has signed MoU with which French
company to advance aerospace, defense and homeland security
innovation?
A - Airbus B - Dassault Aviation
C - Thales Group D - Starburst Aerospace
National Defense University has signed an MoU with French company
Starburst Aerospace. The MoU aims to advance aerospace, defense
and homeland security innovation. This also includes creating a €100
million venture capital fund for technology in these sectors.

210. Who has been appointed as the Chief Vigilance Officer (CVO) of
Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI)?
A - Neena Arora B - Abhilasha Dwivedi
C - Nidhi S. Jain D - Utkarsh Singh Chauhan
Nidhi S. Jain (IA&AS) has been appointed as the Chief Vigilance
Officer (CVO) of Cotton Corporation of India Limited (CCI). She is an
Indian Audit & Accounts Service (IA&AS) officer of 2009 batch. Nidhi
holds a Master's degree in Economics from GIPE, Pune and is also a
Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA). Prior to his present
appointment, he served as Director of Audit (Environment and
Scientific Department) in the Mumbai branch office.
211. Who has been honored with the Aryabhatta Award of the
Aeronautical Society of India?
A - Dr. Kiran Kumar B - Dr. S. Somnath
C - Dr. Pavuluri Subba Rao D - Kajal Mehra
Dr. Pavuluri Subba Rao received the Aryabhata Award of the
Aeronautical Society of India. He was also awarded the title of
Distinguished Fellow of ASI. Dr. Rao founded Anant Technologies
Limited, which made significant contributions to the Indian space
programs. Anant Technologies has played a significant role in the
design and development of avionics for ISRO and defence.

212. Who has been recently appointed as the brand ambassador of

Citroën in India?
A - Virat Kohli B - Mahendra Singh Dhoni
C - Sachin Tendulkar D - Rohit Sharma
According to sources, Indian cricket legend Mahendra Singh Dhoni
has been appointed as the brand ambassador of French car
manufacturer Citroen in India. The move is aimed at enhancing brand
recognition for Citroën (which is a part of the Stellantis Group) in the
highly competitive Indian automotive market.
213. How much amount has been approved by the US House of
Representatives for the legislative package providing security
assistance to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan?
A - 75 billion dollars B - 95 billion dollars
C - 85 billion dollars D - 105 billion dollars
The US House of Representatives has approved a $95 billion
legislative package aimed at providing security assistance to Ukraine,
Israel and Taiwan. The bill is expected to be passed by the Senate in
the coming weeks, and President Joe Biden has pledged to sign it as
soon as it reaches his desk.

214. Who has become the youngest player to win the Candidates
Chess Tournament?
A - D. Gukesh B - Pragganananda R.
C - Vidit Gujarati D - Arjun Erigaceae
India's 17-year-old Grandmaster D. Gukesh created history by
winning the Candidates Chess Tournament in Toronto, securing his
place as the youngest contender for the world title. Gukesh's
impressive performance earned him 9 points out of a possible 14,
setting the stage for a showdown with eventual world champion Ding
Liren of China later this year. He became the second Indian after the
great Vishwanathan Anand to win the Candidates Chess Tournament.
215. What is the VASA-1 AI model presented by Microsoft capable of?
A - Prediction of climate change B - Car racing game simulation
D - Converting pictures into live
C - Generating music from text
talking videos
Microsoft has introduced VASA-1, a new AI model capable of creating
video of lifelike speaking faces by combining audio clips with still
images. The video produced by VASA-1 shows lip movements, facial
expressions and head movements simultaneously to create realistic
conversation effects. This AI model is not for public release and has
been developed specifically for creating realistic virtual characters.

216. How much is the Indian Army investing in indigenously

developing ultra short-range air defense systems to deal with air
threats along the borders with China and Pakistan?
A - Rs 4,800 crore B - Rs 5,800 crore
C - Rs 6,800 crore D - Rs 7,800 crore
The Indian Army is working on two cases worth over Rs 6,800 crore to
indigenously develop Very Short Range Air Defense System
(VSHORADS) to overcome the shortage of shoulder-launched
missiles. The plans include development and procurement of over
500 launchers and around 3000 missiles through indigenous routes to
deal with air threats along the borders with China and Pakistan.