Current Affairs: 13 December

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1. Who became the youngest World Chess Champion in 2024 by defeating Ding Liren?

Fabiano Caruana

Magnus Carlsen

D. Gukesh

Viswanathan Anand

Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating Ding Liren(China) in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship held in Singapore.

At just 18 years old, Gukesh's victory marks a historic moment for India,

Gukesh became 2nd Indian to win this title after Viswanathan Anand.

Gukesh became the youngest World Chess Champion by defeating Ding Liren(China) in the 2024 FIDE World Chess Championship held in Singapore.

At just 18 years old, Gukesh's victory marks a historic moment for India,

Gukesh became 2nd Indian to win this title after Viswanathan Anand.

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2. The 4th Mekong-Ganga Dhammayatra commemorates which occasion?

Orgin of Mahayaan

birth of buddha

King Bhumibol Adulyadej's 97th birth anniversary

The 4th Mekong-Ganga Dhammayatra pilgrimage commenced on December 6, 2024, with over 20 Buddhist scholars from Thailand participating.

This event aims to strengthen cultural ties between Southeast Asia and India, following the theme "From the Mekong River Basin to the Great Ganga."

It is yatra Indian Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat met with the Thai delegation

Why ?

To commemorates the 97th birth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand

The 4th Mekong-Ganga Dhammayatra pilgrimage commenced on December 6, 2024, with over 20 Buddhist scholars from Thailand participating.

This event aims to strengthen cultural ties between Southeast Asia and India, following the theme "From the Mekong River Basin to the Great Ganga."

It is yatra Indian Culture Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat met with the Thai delegation

Why ?

To commemorates the 97th birth anniversary of King Bhumibol Adulyadej of Thailand

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3. Who has been appointed as Syriaâ€™s new transitional Prime Minister?

Hafez al-Assad

Bashar al-Assad

Mohammed al-Bashir

Mahmoud Abbas

Mohammed al-Bashir has been appointed as Syria's new transitional Prime Minister following the ousting of President Bashar al-Assad. Under his leadership, signs of normalcy are returning in Damascus, with shops reopening.

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4. The NCERT & ---------- signed an MOU to create educational YouTube channels.

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Weekly Reivsion Quiz: 08 December

This quiz contain all important current affairs from 2 Dec to 7 Dec 2024.

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1. What significant project is being undertaken in Ladakh by NTPC?

Wind energy farm

Solar power plant

Hydroelectric power plant

Green hydrogen fuelling station

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2. What new technology does Amazon's Nova AI model specialize in?

Multimodal processing (text, images, videos)

Language translation

Data encryption

Robotics

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3. Which surveillance drone did Adani Defence deliver to the Indian Navy in January 2024?

Drishti-10

Starliner-20

Drishti-9

Drishti-12

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4. Where will India host its first International Series golf event?

Gurugram

Mumbai

Bengaluru

Hyderabad

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5. Which government scheme focuses on providing housing assistance to marginalized groups like Dalits, tribals, and transgenders?

Swachh Bharat Mission

Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

Indiramma Housing Scheme Phase-I

Atal Mission for Rejuvenation

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6. What is the purpose of the Anna Chakra system?

To reduce the cost of medical supplies

To optimize Public Distribution System (PDS) logistics

To track air pollution levels

To automate government processes

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7. What is the main objective of the Bharatiya Vayuyan Vidheyak 2024?

To regulate road transport

To replace the 90-year-old Aircraft Act

To promote rail transport

To increase aviation tourism

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8. Where is India's first Hyperloop test track located?

IIT Bombay

IIT Madras

IIT Kanpur

IIT Delhi

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9. According to the AirHelp Score 2024 report, which airline ranked first?

Brussels Airlines

Qatar Airways

Air India

United Airlines

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10. What is the purpose of the Technical Implementation Plan (TIP) signed between ISRO and ESA?

To provide funding for India's Gaganyaan missions

To launch rockets from Europe

To offer ground tracking support for India's Gaganyaan missions

To collaborate on satellite technology

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11. Which country has opened its first atmospheric monitoring station in Antarctica?

c) Russia

b) China

d) United States

a) India

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12. What is the purpose of the eMaap Portal being developed by the Department of Consumer Affairs?

To offer online shopping services

To monitor consumer complaints

To track food safety standards

To centralize legal metrology processes

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13. Who has been elected as the first female president of Namibia?

a) Hage Geingob

c) Sarah Nakandjii

d) Ellen Johnson Sirleaf

b) Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah

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14. What is Gharchola, and why is it in the news?

b) A traditional dance form

d) A popular festival

c) A traditional handicraft from Gujarat

a) A type of food from Gujarat

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15. Which team won the Men's Junior Asia Cup 2024?

d) Japan

b) India

c) Malaysia

a) Pakistan

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16. Which new initiative was launched to promote Indian Sign Language (ISL)?

a) ISL Digital Platform

d) Indian Sign Language App

b) e-Sign Language Portal

c) PM e-VIDYA DTH Channel

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17. Why is South Korea in the news recently?

c) A peace treaty with North Korea

b) Imposed emergency martial law

d) Election results

a) A natural disaster

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18. What is Veo, as announced by Google?

c) A video streaming platform

a) A new search engine

d) A social media app

b) An AI video generator

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19. Who will be the next Chief Minister of Maharashtra?

c) Devendra Fadnavis

b) Sharad Pawar

d) Eknath Shinde

a) Uddhav Thackeray

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20. Which state in India has announced a complete ban on serving and consuming beef in public spaces?

d) Rajasthan

a) Maharashtra

b) Assam

c) Uttar Pradesh

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21. What is the primary objective of the PRAGATI initiative recognized by Oxford University?

Financial Inclusion

Sustainable Development Goals

Proactive Governance and Timely Implementation

Development of Infrastructure

Description: The PRAGATI (Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation) initiative, recognized by Oxford University, has accelerated 340 projects worth $205 billion since 2015. It focuses on timely implementation and governance.

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22. What is the focus of the 15th edition of the ITU Kaleidoscope Academic Conference?

b) Digital Transformation for a Sustainable World

d) Artificial Intelligence

a) Climate Change

c) Future of Education

Description: The 15th edition of the ITU Kaleidoscope Academic Conference, held in New Delhi, focused on "Innovation and Digital Transformation for a Sustainable World."

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23. Who is the chairperson of the Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS) formed by the Indian government?

Raghuram Rajan

Shaktikanta Das

Biswanath Goldar

N.K. Singh

Description: Biswanath Goldar is the chairperson of the 26-member Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS) formed by the Indian government to update the GDP base year.

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24. Which bridge is replacing the 105-year-old Pamban Bridge in Tamil Nadu?

Bay of Bengal Bridge

Rameswaram Bridge

New Ganga Bridge

New Pamban Bridge

Description: The New Pamban Bridge, India's first vertical lift railway sea bridge, is replacing the 105-year-old Pamban Bridge. This new bridge will enhance connectivity between the Indian mainland and Rameswaram in Tamil Nadu.

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25. What is the name of the initiative presented by India at the UNCCD COP 16 to combat desertification?

c) Desert Protection Scheme

d) Sahara Green Plan

a) Green India Project

b) Aravalli Green Wall Project

Description: India presented the Aravalli Green Wall Project at the 16th Conference of the Parties (COP) of the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD) in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This project aims to restore 1.15 million hectares of land across four states in northwestern India.

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26. Which state in India has received international recognition for its tourism sector with UNESCO?

a) Kerala

d) Gujarat

c) West Bengal

b) Rajasthan

Description: West Bengal has received international recognition for its tourism sector, with UNESCO declaring it a top destination for heritage tourism. The state is also known for the Gangasagar Mela, which is the second largest pilgrimage after Kumbh Mela.

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27. How many students will participate in the PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024?

c) 23 lakh

d) 30 lakh

a) 10 lakh

b) 15 lakh

Description: The PARAKH Rashtriya Sarvekshan 2024 will assess the academic capabilities of around 23 lakh students from Grades 3, 6, and 9 across India. The objective is to align the assessment with NEP 2020 for competency-based evaluation.

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28. What technology has been launched by Union Minister Sh. Kirti Vardhan Singh for cleaning and purifying water?

Nano Bubble Technology

Ultra Violet Technology

Reverse Osmosis Technology

Ion Exchange Technology

Description: Sh. Kirti Vardhan Singh launched Nano Bubble Technology for cleaning and purifying water in the National Zoological Park, Delhi. This technology promotes the health of aquatic animals by improving water quality.

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29. Where is the World Maritime Conference 2024 being hosted?

c) Kolkata

a) Mumbai

b) Chennai

d) Kochi

Description: The World Maritime Conference 2024 is being hosted in Chennai, marking its return after a gap of 15 years. It will take place from December 4-6, 2024.

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30. India is set to revise the base year for calculating GDP. What will the new base year be?

2020-21

2023-24

2022-23

2015-16

Description: The Indian government has decided to update the base year for calculating GDP from 2011-12 to 2022-23. This update aims to provide a more accurate representation of India's economic structure and will be effective from February 2026.

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31. What new district was created in Uttar Pradesh ahead of the Mahakumbh-2025?

a) Prayagraj

b) Mahakumbh Mela District

c) Varanasi

d) Gorakhpur

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32. Which state launched the Paryatan Mitra/Paryatan Didi initiative for responsible tourism?

b) Madhya Pradesh

d) Rajasthan

a) Uttar Pradesh

c) Bihar

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33. Which new tiger reserve was declared as Madhya Pradesh's 8th tiger reserve?

d) Pench Tiger Reserve

b) Ratapani Tiger Reserve

a) Kanha Tiger Reserve

c) Bandhavgarh Tiger Reserve

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34. What is the new retirement age for judicial officers in Andhra Pradesh?

c) 62 years

d) 63 years

b) 61 years

a) 60 years

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35. Which of the following films won the Best Film award at the 5th Filmfare OTT Awards 2024?

b) Amar Singh Chamkila

d) Guns & Gulaabs

c) The Railway Men

a) Jaane Jaan

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36. What is the budget allocated for Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 until 2028?

2,750 crore

1,000 crore

10,000 crore

5,000 crore

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37. Who won the first-ever medal for India at the 2024 Asian Esports Games in Bangkok?

b) Max Verstappen

c) Pavan Kampelli

d) Vikrant Massey

a) Asgard Azizi

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38. Which event is being hosted in Chennai from December 4-6, 2024?

c) International Sports Conference

b) World Maritime Conference

d) World Health Summit

a) World Technology Conference

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39. Which city in India became the first to fully implement three new criminal laws announced by PM Narendra Modi in 2024?

c) Mumbai

b) Chandigarh

a) New Delhi

d) Bengaluru

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40. What was Oxford Word of the Year for 2024?

d) Lore

a) Brain rot

c) Demure

b) Slop

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41. Who is the author of the book 'Tipu Sultan: The Saga of Mysore's Interregnum (1760-1799)'?

D) Samantha Harvey

B) S. Jaishankar

A) Vikram Sampath

C) Salman Rushdie

The book "Tipu Sultan: The Saga of Mysore's Interregnum (1760-1799)" was written by historian and columnist Vikram Sampath. It was launched by Union External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar in New Delhi

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42. Where will the Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav 2024 be held?

B) Guwahati

D) Madhya Pradesh

C) Maharashtra

A) New Delhi

The Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav 2024 will take place from December 6 to 8, 2024, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi. The event is organized by the Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER).

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43. What is the objective of the 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' to be launched by PM Modi?

D) To support women's education in rural areas

A) To provide free healthcare to women

B) To empower women as LIC agents

C) To provide loans to women entrepreneurs

The 'Bima Sakhi Yojana' aims to empower women by training them to become agents for the Life Insurance Corporation (LIC). It will be launched in Panipat, Haryana on December 9, 2024.

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44. What is the goal of the 'Mission Arun Himveer'?

C) To develop infrastructure in the state

A) To promote tourism in Arunachal Pradesh

B) To boost agricultural marketing and linkages in Arunachal Pradesh

D) To enhance IT education in the state

'Mission Arun Himveer' aims to improve market linkages for agri-horti producers in Arunachal Pradesh. It involves a partnership between the Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB

) and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).

'Mission Arun Himveer' aims to improve market linkages for agri-horti producers in Arunachal Pradesh. It involves a partnership between the Arunachal Pradesh Agriculture Marketing Board (APAMB) and the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).

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45. Which state in India will develop a Global Artificial Intelligence (AI) Centre with the help of the World Bank?

A) Punjab

B) Maharashtra

C) Haryana

D) Karnataka

Haryana is set to develop a Global AI Centre with a total project investment of ₹3647 crore, supported by a loan from the World Bank.

Haryana is set to develop a Global AI Centre with a total project investment of ₹3647 crore, supported by a loan from the World Bank.

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46. Which country was the first to recognize the rights of sex workers, offering benefits like maternity leave and pensions?

A) Canada

C) Australia

B) Belgium

D) Switzerland

Belgium became the first country to recognize the rights of sex workers, providing them with the same benefits as other workers, including maternity leave, health insurance, and sick leave.

Belgium became the first country to recognize the rights of sex workers, providing them with the same benefits as other workers, including maternity leave, health

insurance, and sick leave.

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47. What has the Government of India urged regarding snakebite cases?

B) To make snakebite a 'notifiable disease'

D) To create snakebite insurance policies

A) To treat snakebite cases in private hospitals only

C) To outlaw snake venom trade

The Government of India has urged all states to make snakebite cases and deaths "notifiable diseases" under the relevant health legislation. This allows for active surveillance and response to outbreaks.

The Government of India has urged all states to make snakebite cases and deaths "notifiable diseases" under the relevant health legislation. This allows for active surveillance and response to outbreaks.

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48. Where will the 4th edition of the India-Malaysia Joint Military Exercise, HARIMAU SHAKTI, be conducted?

A) Tamil Nadu, India

C) International Waters

D) Rajasthan, India

B) Malaysia

The HARIMAU SHAKTI military exercise will be held in Malaysia from December 2 to 15, 2024. It is part of various joint military exercises between India and other countries.

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49. Why is the Vadhavan Greenfield Port in the news?

C) It is a new tech hub in Maharashtra

D) It will be the largest airport in India

B) It is set to double India's container trade

A) It will host the 2024 Olympics

The Vadhavan Greenfield Port, located near Dahanu in Maharashtra, is expected to double India's container trade upon completion by 2034. The port is being built with a ₹76,000 crore investment.

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50. Which company launched its first water transport service in India, with a booking of a shikara at Dal Lake, Srinagar?

C) Lyft

B) Uber

A) Ola

D) Zomato

Uber launched its first water transport service in India, allowing users to book a shikara ride on Dal Lake, Srinagar. This service is the first of its kind in Asia. The CEO of Uber is Dara Khosrowshahi.

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51. Who has recently been appointed as Thailand’s Tourism Brand Ambassador & Honorary Tourism Advisor?

Sonu Sood

Sarukh Khan

Hrithik Roshan

Anupam Kher

Video - https://youtu.be/EOSpsb8NimM

Sonu sood has recently been appointed as Thailand’s Tourism Brand Ambassador & Honorary Tourism Advisor?

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52. Where was the 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024 held?

b) Bangalore

a) Mumbai

c) Goa

d) Delhi

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53. What is the purpose of the "Sanraksha" mobile application launched by Indian Railways?

To track train delays

To book tickets for passengers

Safety training and capacity building

To provide real-time train schedules

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54. What is the theme for World AIDS Day 2024?

d) 'Fight AIDS, Fight Stigma'

c) 'Take the rights path: My health, my right!'

a) 'End the Epidemic'

b) 'AIDS is Preventable'

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55. Who has been reappointed as the Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO) for a second term starting September 2025?

c) Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus

b) Ngozi Okonjo

a) Kristalina Georgieva

d) Roberto AzevÃªdo

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56. Where was the 1st North Eastern Para Sports Meet 2024 held?

d) Shillong

c) Kohima

a) Imphal

b) Guwahati

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57. Which country will have 9 "One-Stop Centres" for Indian women and children as per the Ministry of External Affairs proposal?

Gulf countries

Australia

USA

Gulf countries - Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, UAE, Saudi Arabia.

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58. Where did the first edition of the joint table-top exercise CINBAX 2024 between the Indian Army and the Cambodian Army take place?

b) Pune

a) New Delhi

c) Bangalore

d) Jaipur

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59. Which Indian badminton player won the title in women's singles at the Syed Modi India International 2024?

c) Ashwini Ponnappa

d) T. Sania

b) P.V. Sindhu

a) Saina Nehwal

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60. Which state has signed an MoU with the British High Commission to reserve five annual slots in the prestigious Chevening Scholarship program?

c) Nagaland

b) Uttarakhand

a) Jharkhand

d) Rajasthan

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