Current Affairs Hindi Weekly Q&A PDF – September 2024 1st

Week (1 - 9)
NATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which of the following Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSE) ‘not’ recently (in August ‘24)
has been granted “Navratna status”?
1) Railtel Corporation of India
2) Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited
3) National Hydroelectric Power Corporation
4) Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited
5) Central Electronics Limited
Answer- 5) Central Electronics Limited
Explanation:
Department of Public Enterprises, Ministry of Finance, Government of India has granted “Navratna
status” to four Central Public Sector Enterprises (CPSEs) viz. Railtel Corporation of India (RCIL),
Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) Limited, National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC),
and Satluj Jal Vidyut Nigam Ltd. (SJVN).
• With this, the number of Navratna CPSEs has increased to 25 from 21.
• The Navratna scheme was introduced in 1997. CPSEs eligible for Navratna status must be
Miniratna I, Schedule ‘A’, have an ‘excellent’ or ‘very good’ Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) rating for three of the last five years, and a Composite Score of 60 or above across six
performance parameters.
• New Delhi, Delhi based RCIL, a ‘mini ratna’ PSU under the Ministry of Railways, has been
upgraded as the 22nd Navratna CPSE.
• New Delhi based SECI Ltd, a miniratna Category-I CPSE under the Ministry of New and
Renewable Energy (MNRE) has been upgraded as the 23rd Navratna CPSE.
• Faridabad, Haryana based NHPC, a mini ratna Category-I CPSE under the Ministry of Power
has been upgraded as the 24th Navratna CPSE.
• Shimla, Himachal Pradesh (HP) based SJVN , a mini ratna, Category-I and Schedule ‘A’ CPSE
under the Ministry of Power, has been upgraded as the 25th Navratna CPSE.

2. The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYAS) launched the RESET Programme on the
occasion of National Sports Day(August 29, 2024).
What does the letter ‘E’ represent in the acronym RESET?
1) Enrichment
2) Empowerment
3) Entrepreneurship
4) Education
5) Engagement
Answer- 2) Empowerment

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Explanation:
Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MoYAS), launched the
‘Retired Sportsperson Empowerment Training‘ (RESET) Programme on the occasion of National
Sports Day(August 29, 2024) in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The initiative aims to support retired athletes by equipping them with the knowledge and
skills necessary for career development and employability.
• Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh(MP) based Lakshmibai National Institute of Physical
Education (LNIPE) will lead the pilot phase of the RESET Programme which offers hybrid
learning with self-paced modules, on-ground training, and internships.
• The RESET Programme bridges generational gaps by enabling retired athletes to share their
unique skills with aspiring athletes.
• It aims to empower athletes aged 20-50 who have represented India at international or
national levels.

3. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the proposals approved by the
Union Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 2nd September 2024?
A) Seven major schemes for improving farmers’ lives and livelihoods with a total budget outlay
of Rs 14,235.30 crore.
B) The Cabinet Committee on Security (CSS) has approved the procurement of 240 aero-
engines for IAF’s Su-30 MKI aircraft from Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) worth Rs 26,
000 crore.
C) Setting up of 4th semiconductor unit under India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in
Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B
Explanation:
On 2nd September 2024, the Union Cabinet chaired by Narendra Modi, Prime Minister (PM) of India
has approved:
i.Seven major schemes for improving farmers’ lives and livelihoods with total budget outlay of Rs
14,235.30 crore.
ii.Setting up of 5th semiconductor unit under India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in Sanand, Gujarat.
iii.Cabinet Committee on Security (CSS) has approved the procurement of 240 aero-engines for IAF’s
Su-30 MKI aircraft from HAL worth Rs 26,000 crore.
iv.Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) has approved a 309 kilometer (km) long new line
project, to provide the shortest rail connectivity between two major commercial hubs i.e. Mumbai
(Maharashtra) and Indore (Madhya Pradesh (MP)). Click here to read more

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4. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct with respect to the capital acquisition proposals
approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)?
A) DAC Union Defence Minister Rajnath Singh accorded the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for
10 capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 1,44,716 crore.
B) The council granted approval for the acquisition of Air Defence Fire Control Radars to detect
and track aerial targets and provide firing solutions.
C) Approval also granted for Forward Repair Team (Tracked) vehicles for in-situ repairs
during mechanized operations, designed and developed by Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited
(AVNL).
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
On September 3, 2024, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC), chaired by Union Minister Rajnath
Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD), accorded the Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for 10 capital
acquisition proposals worth Rs 1,44,716 crore to boost India’s defence preparedness.
• 99% of the cost is from indigenous sources under Buy (Indian) and Buy (lndian-
Indigenously Designed Developed and Manufactured) categories.
• The council granted approval for the acquisition of Air Defence Fire Control Radars to
detect and track aerial targets and provide firing solutions.
• Approval also granted for Forward Repair Team (Tracked) vehicles for in-situ repairs
during mechanized operations, designed and developed by Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN) based
Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL). It will be utilized by both mechanized
Infantry Battalions and Armoured Regiments.
• Procurement of Dornier-228 aircraft for enhanced maritime surveillance.

5. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the newly notified
‘Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024’?
A) These new rules aim to enhance the management and implementation of the ‘Digital Bharat
Nidhi (DBN)’ initiative.
B) DBN will replace the Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF) created under the Indian
Telegraph Act, of 1885.
C) The government of India charges telecom operators a levy of 3% of the telcos’ Adjusted
Gross Revenue (AGR) to collect funds for USOF.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only B
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B

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Explanation:
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communication (MoC) has notified the
‘Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024’ to boost telecom
access. These new rules aim to enhance the management and implementation of the ‘Digital Bharat
Nidhi (DBN)’ initiative, which was established under Section 24(1) of the Telecommunications Act,
2023.
• It should be noted that the Universal Service Obligation Fund(USOF), originally
established by the Indian Telegraph Act of 1885, has been renamed as DBN.
• The government charges telecom operators a levy of 5% of the telcos’ Adjusted Gross
Revenue (AGR) to collect funds for USOF.
• The new rules replace rules 523 to 527 of the Indian Telegraph Rules, 1951, which
prescribed how the USOF would operate. However, the new rules will not override the
existing arrangement until their date of expiry.
• Funds from the DBN will be allocated to projects aimed at improving telecommunication
services in underserved rural, remote and urban areas, and for underserved groups such as
women, persons with disabilities, and economically and socially weaker sections.

6. Which month was celebrated as the ‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 or Nutrition Month 24‘ by
the Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD)?
1) July
2) September
3) October
4) August
5) November
Answer- 2) September
Explanation:
Union Minister Annpurna Devi Yadav, Ministry of Women and Child Development (MoWCD) has
launched ‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 or Nutrition Month 24‘ at Mahatma Mandir, Gandhinagar,
Gujarat.
• It is the 7th series of Rashtriya Poshan Abhiyan, celebrating the entire month of
September as Poshan Maah.
• The month-long campaign aims to further intensify efforts to combat malnutrition and
promote holistic well being across India.
• In 2018, the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi launched the ‘Rashtriya Poshan Abhiyan
to address malnutrition by emphasising on the nutritional health of pregnant women,
nursing mothers, adolescent girls, and children under the age of six.
• Rashtriya Poshan Maah 2024 will focus on themes such as Anaemia, Growth Monitoring,
Complementary Feeding, PoshanBhiPadhai Bhi (PBPB), Technology for better governance,
and Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam.

7. The President of India Droupadi Murmu has sanctioned the _______ Law Commission of India
(LCI) for a three-year term from September 1, 2024, to August 31, 2027.
1) 20th
2) 21st
3) 22nd

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4) 23rd
5) 24th
Answer- 4) 23rd
Explanation:
The President of India Droupadi Murmu has sanctioned the 23rd Law Commission of India(LCI) for
a three-year term, from September 1, 2024 to August 31, 2027. The Commission will focus on
reviewing and recommending legal reforms and improvements to the legal system.
• The 23rd Law Commission will have a full-time Chairperson, four full-time Members
(including a Member-Secretary), a Secretary, the Department of Legal Affairs as an ex officio
Member, the Secretary of the Legislative Department as an ex officio Member, and a maximum
of five part-time Members.
• The first Law Commission of independent India was established in 1955 for a 3-year term.
The then Attorney-General of India, M. C. Setalvad was the chairman of this commission.
• The 22nd LIC, headed by Justice (retd) Ritu Raj Awasthi was working on reports on
simultaneous elections and a Uniform Civil Code, but had not submitted them to the
government before Awasthi left to become a member of the Lokpal in March 2024.

8. To whom the President of India has delegated the powers to constitute and appoint
members of any authority, board, commission or statutory body under any law enacted by the
Parliament applicable to the Government of National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.
1) Lieutenant Governor
2) Prime Minister
3) Chief Minister
4) Lokpal Chairman
5) Chief Justice of India
Answer- 1) Lieutenant Governor
Explanation:
The President of India, Droupadi Murmu, has delegated the powers to Lieutenant Governor (LG) of
Delhi to constitute and appoint members of any authority, board, commission or statutory body under
any law enacted by the Parliament applicable to the Government of National Capital Territory (NCT)
of Delhi.
• Article 239 of the Constitution relates to the administration of the Union territories.
• Section 45D of the Government of NCT of Delhi (Amendment) Act, 2023 relates to power to
appoint authorities, boards, commissions or statutory bodies.

9. Name the Blockchain Technology Stack that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to provide Blockchain-as-a-Service
(BaaS) with a geographically distributed infrastructure.
1) eSankhyiki
2) Bima Central
3) Vishvasya
4) Bhooskhalan
5) eSwasthya Dham
Answer- 3) Vishvasya

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Explanation:
On 4th September 2024, S. Krishnan, Secretary, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
(MeitY) launched the ‘Vishvasya’-Blockchain Technology Stack. It is designed to provide
Blockchain-as-a-Service (BaaS) with a geographically distributed infrastructure to support various
permissioned Blockchain based applications.
• This framework aimed at promoting research and application development and to enhance
transparency, security, and efficiency in digital service delivery.
• MeitY unveiled a wide range of applications of Vishvasya BaaS like e-stamps solution,
judiciary application, consent management framework, domicile certificate chain, tracking
of agricultural produce, among others.
• The MeitY also launched the ‘NBFLite’-Lightweight Blockchain Platform, ‘Praamaanik’ and
National Blockchain Portal.
• NBFLite is a blockchain sandbox platform, which is developed especially to cater the
requirements of startups, academia like: rapid prototyping of applications, carrying out
research and capacity building.
• Pramaanik is an innovative blockchain-enabled solution for verifying mobile
application(app) origin and National Blockchain Portal to further support blockchain
initiatives across the country.
• National Blockchain Portal is based on the Content Management System(CMS) to manage
the contents related to the NBF initiative.click here to read more.
Option revision:
1. Covered in July 2024: eSankhyiki
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has launched the eSankhyiki
portal (https://esankhyiki.mospi.gov.in/), an online platform which will offer real-time data to
planners, policy-makers, researchers and the general public.
2. Covered in May 2024: Bima Central
State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance Company Limited introduced Bima Central, India’s 1st
insurance portfolio management platform to transform customer experience with innovation. It has
collaborated with Bima Central which was developed by CAMS Insurance Repository Services Limited
(CAMSRep).
4. Covered in June 2024: Bhooskhalan
i.Union Minister Gangapuram (G) Kishan Reddy, Ministry of Coal, and Ministry of Mines inaugurated
the National Landslide Forecasting Centre (NLFC) at Geological Survey of India (GSI), Dharitri
Campus, Salt Lake City, Kolkata in West Bengal (WB).
ii.He also launched the Bhusanket Web Portal and Bhooskhalan Mobile Application (App).

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10. Name the India’s 1st Fashion Forecasting initiative that was recently (in September 2024)
launched by the Union Minister Giriraj Singh, Ministry of Textiles?
1) PRAGATI-2024
2) Ideas4LiFE
3) SABB
4) VisioNxt
5) e-FAST India
Answer- 4) VisioNxt
Explanation:
On 5th September 2024, the Union Minister Giriraj Singh, Ministry of Textiles, launched ‘VisioNxt’ –
Trend Insight and Forecasting lab, the India’s 1st Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Emotional
Intelligence (EI) enabled trend forecasting Initiative developed by the National Institute of Fashion
Technology (NIFT).
• He also launched the bilingual (Hindi and English) web portal of ‘VisioNxt’ and India's first
ever Fashion Trend Book ‘Paridhi 24×25’.
• VisioNxt was established in response to the 2017 Global Textile Summit, where the need for
India-specific fashion trend insights was highlighted.
• It Aims to reduce reliance on global forecasting agencies by offering localized insights for
India’s fashion industry.
• Key features include a unique AI model, “DeepVision,” capable of analyzing over 100
categories of Indian and Western wear.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which organisation has recently (in August 2024) released 100 million USD for critical
underfunding of emergencies across 10 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle
East?
1) United Nations
2) Asian Development Bank
3) Deutsche Bank AG
4) World Bank
5) International Monetary Fund
Answer- 1) United Nations

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Explanation:
On August 30, 2024, the United Nations (UN) released USD 100 million from the Central Emergency
Response Fund (CERF), the UN global emergency response fund, to tackle critical underfunding in
humanitarian emergencies across 10 countries in Africa, the Americas, Asia, and the Middle East.
• This is CERF’s 2nd allocation for underfunded emergencies for 2024, following the release
of USD 100 million in February 2024 for 7 countries.
• The fund will support aid operations in Yemen (USD 20 million) and Ethiopia (USD 15
million), where people face compounded crises of hunger, displacement, disease, and
climate disasters.
• Other allocations include Myanmar (USD 12 million), Mali (USD 11 million), Burkina Faso
(USD 10 million), Haiti (USD 9 million), Cameroon (USD 7 million), and Mozambique (USD
7 million).
• Countries responding to El Niño-induced drought and flooding, such as Burundi (USD 5
million) and Malawi (USD 4 million), also received additional funds.

2. Which country and India has recently (in September ‘24) launched the Infrastructure
Financing Bridge to enhance their financial and professional services collaboration?
1) Nepal
2) Peru
3) United Kingdom
4) Azerbaijan
5) Spain
Answer- 3) United Kingdom
Explanation:
The United Kingdom (UK) and India have launched the UK – India Infrastructure Financing Bridge
(UKIIFB), a new initiative aimed at enhancing their financial and professional services collaboration.
• The UKIIFB agreement was signed between the City of London Corporation Limited and
NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) in London, UK.
• The initiative leverages the UK’s expertise in project planning and phasing to attract long-
term infrastructure investment to India.

GOVT SCHEMES

1. Which state has recently (in August ‘24) launched the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha
Abhiyan (PM-USHA) programme to strengthen the higher education landscape?
1) Rajasthan
2) Assam
3) Uttarakhand
4) Odisha
5) Bihar
Answer- 4) Odisha
Explanation:
The Odisha government has launched the Pradhan Mantri Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (PM-USHA)
programme aimed to strengthen the higher education landscape in Odisha.

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 • It was launched through the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) signed between the
Odisha government and Ministry of Education(MoE)
• The objective of the PM-USHA initiative is to ensure access, equity, and excellence in higher
education throughout Odisha.
• It is a key initiative of the Centre for the implementation of the National Education Policy
(NEP) 2020.
• Under this initiative, the central government will provide Rs 500 crore for the
development and infrastructure of higher education institutions in Odisha.
• The Centre will release 60% of the allocated grants, while the state will bear 40%.

2. What was the outlay of the Agri Fund for Start-Ups and Rural Enterprises (AgriSURE) that
was recently (in August ‘24) launched by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
(MoA&FW)?
1) Rs.500 crore
2) Rs.1000 crore
3) Rs.750 crore
4) Rs.250 crore
5) Rs. 100 crore
Answer- 3) Rs.750 crore
Explanation:
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of
Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW) has launched
a Rs.750 crore ‘Agri Fund for Start Ups and Rural
Enterprises(AgriSURE)’ and Agri investment Portal named ‘KrishiNivesh’ at New Delhi, Delhi.
• He also conferred Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Excellence Awards 2024 to the
top-performing Banks and States under various categories in recognition of their
outstanding efforts.
• Of the 750 crores, the Government of India and National Bank for Agriculture and Rural
Development (NABARD) provided 250 crore each, and another 250 crore have to be raised
from other institutions, including private investors.
• AgriSURE is registered with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) under the
category of Category-II Alternative Investment Fund. NABVENTURES Limited, a wholly
owned subsidiary of NABARD, serves as the Investment Manager to the Fund.
• KrishiNivesh Portal is a comprehensive platform designed to improve agribusinesses,
attract investments, and increase farmers’ incomes.Click here to read more

3. Which scheme has been recently (in August ‘24) launched by the Madhya Pradesh (MP)
government to enhance rural development?
1) NTR Bharosa pension scheme
2) Mukhya Mantri Nijut Moina
3) Brindavan Gram Scheme
4) Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme
5) Retail Direct Scheme
Answer- 3) Brindavan Gram Scheme

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Explanation:
On 26th August 2024, The Madhya Pradesh (MP) government launched the Brindavan Gram
Scheme and Gita Bhavan Project, aimed at enhancing rural development and promoting cultural
and spiritual heritage of MP respectively.
• The MP government also approved a proposal to form an organising committee to plan the
320th birth anniversary celebration for Ahilyabai Holkar, the queen of the Maratha Malwa
kingdom.
• This scheme aims to promote milk production in villages and enhance income of the farmers.
The scheme will be implemented by the Panchayat and Rural Development Department,
Maharashtra.
• The scheme would establish ‘Gaushalas (cow sheds)’ to promote milk protection and other
schemes that benefitting the villagers.

VISITS

1. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct with respect to Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s
visit to Maharashtra on 30th August 2024?
A) PM Modi laid the foundation stone of Vadhavan Port, near Dahanu town in Palghar district,
Maharashtra.
B) PM Modi also launched the National Roll Out of Vessel Communication and Support system
with total budget outlay of around Rs 360 crore.
C) PM Modi addressed a special session at the 4th Global Fintech Festival (GFF 2024) held at
the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B
Explanation:
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister (PM) of India, visited Mumbai
and Palghar in Maharashtra on 30th August 2024.
i.PM Modi laid the foundation stone of Vadhavan Port, near
Dahanu town in Palghar district, Maharashtra. The estimated
budget of this project is around Rs 76,000 crore.
ii.PM Modi also inaugurated and laid the foundation stone of
218 fisheries projects worth around Rs 1,560 crore in Palghar district, Maharashtra. This aims to
strengthen the fisheries sector infrastructure and productivity across India.
iii.PM Modi also launched the National Roll Out of Vessel Communication and Support system
with total budget outlay of around Rs 360 crore.
iv.PM Modi addressed a special session at the 5th Global Fintech Festival (GFF 2024) held at the Jio
World Convention Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.Click here to read more

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2. Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the Prime Minister Narendra
Modi’s visit to Brunei Darussalam and Singapore on 3rd to 5th September 2024?
A) Narendra Modi inaugurated the new chancery premises of the Indian High Commission in
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam.
B) MoU signed between India and Singapore on Cooperation in the operation of Telemetry,
Tracking and Telecommand (TTC) Station for Satellite and Launch Vehicles.
C) India and Singapore signed 4 key agreements on semiconductors; digital cooperation;
health care and medical research; and education and skill development.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only A & C
Explanation:
Narendra Modi, Prime Minister (PM) of India was on a 3-day visit to Brunei Darussalam and
Singapore from 3rd September to 5th September 2024. He visited Brunei from 3rd September to 4th
September 2024 at the invitation of Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah and visited Singapore
from 4th September to 5th September 2024 at the invitation of Lawrence Wong, PM of Singapore.
• On 3rd September 2024, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the new chancery premises of the
Indian High Commission in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam. He described it as
indicative of stronger ties between the two nations.
• On 4th September 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with
Sultan of Brunei Haji Hassanal Bolkiah at Istana Nurul Iman in Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei.
• Leaders of both countries witnessed the signing and exchange of a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) on Cooperation in the operation of Telemetry, Tracking and
Telecommand (TTC)Station for Satellite and Launch Vehicles.
• They also welcomed the upcoming commencement of direct flight connectivity between
Bandar Seri Begawan, Brunei Darussalam and Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN), India. This will
boost stronger people-to-people linkages and provide increased trade and tourism activities
between the two nations.
• The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India (GoI)
and Ministry of Trade and Industry, Singapore signed the Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) on the 4 key agreements on semiconductors, digital technology, health care and skill
development during PM Modi’s two-day visit to Singapore.
• PM Narendra Modi announced that India’s first Thiruvalluvar Cultural Centre would soon
open in Singapore.click here to read more.

BANKING AND FINANCE

1. Which organisation/bank has recently (in August ‘24) launched a “Scheme for Trading and
Settlement of Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) in the International Financial Services Centre
(IFSC) in India?
1) Securities and Exchange Board of India
2) Reserve Bank of India

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3) National Stock Exchange of India Limited
4) State Bank of India
5) International Financial Services Centres Authority
Answer- 2) Reserve Bank of India
Explanation:
On August 29, 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) launched a “Scheme for Trading and Settlement
of Sovereign Green Bonds (SGrBs) in International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) in India” in
exercise of its powers conferred under Section 45W of the RBI Act, 1934 read with Section 45U of the
Act and of all the powers enabling it in this behalf.
• The scheme aims to facilitate investments in SGrBs issued by the Government of India (GoI)
to eligible foreign investors in the IFSC.
• The operational guidelines for entities within the IFSC will be provided by the International
Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA).

2. Which bank recently (in August ‘24) launched "GIGA," a comprehensive financial suite
designed specifically for gig workers and freelancers?
1) IDFC First Bank
2) Kotak Mahindra Bank
3) Punjab National Bank
4) HDFC Bank
5) Axis Bank
Answer- 4) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
HDFC Bank Limited has introduced GIGA, a comprehensive financial suite tailored for gig workers
and freelancers in India. This program addresses the unique financial needs of the rapidly
expanding gig economy, which includes a wide range of workers from various sectors.
• GIGA offers a specialised savings account, current account, debit and credit cards, flexible
investment products, health insurance, and custom retail asset products.
• The GIGA Business Debit Card provides accelerated cashback and personal accidental death
cover up to Rs 10 lakh.
• HDFC Ergo provides health insurance for gig workers and their families, with premiums
starting at Rs 20 per day.
• Flexible Savings Account: Gig workers can maintain a quarterly balance (Rs 10,000 in
metro/urban areas and Rs 5,000 in semi-urban/rural areas) and access options like Systematic
Investment Plans(SIPs), Fixed Deposits (FDs), and Recurring Deposits(RDs).

3. Which of the following has recently (in August ‘24) approved Paytm for the downstream
investment into Paytm Payment Services Limited (PPSL)?
1) Securities and Exchange Board of India
2) Competition Commission of India
3) Ministry of Finance
4) Reserve Bank of India
5) National Company Law Tribunal
Answer- 3) Ministry of Finance

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Explanation:
Noida (Uttar Pradesh, UP) based Paytm, owned by One97 Communications Limited (OCL) has
received the approval from Department of Financial Services(DFS), Ministry of Finance (MoF) for the
downstream investment into its payment services arm Paytm Payment Services Limited (PPSL).
• Following this approval, PPSL will resubmit application for its Payment Aggregator (PA)
licence. It will also continue to provide online payment aggregation services to its existing
partners.
• Downstream investment means an Indian company has got some Foreign Direct Investment
(FDI), investing in another Indian company’s equity instrument or capital.

4. Which ministry has recently (in August ‘24) issued 6 new regulations that are related to
investors in the Public Provident Fund (PPF), Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY), and other Small
Savings Scheme (SSS)?
1) Ministry of Labour and Employment
2) Ministry of Finance
3) Ministry of Cooperation
4) Ministry of Women and Child Development
5) Ministry of Communications
Answer- 2) Ministry of Finance
Explanation:
The Department of Economic Affairs (DEA), under the Ministry of Finance (MoF), has issued 6 new
regulations that are related to investors in Public Provident Fund (PPF), Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
(SSY), and other Small Savings Scheme (SSS). These new rules will come into effect from 1st October,
2024.
• These new rules have been adopted with the objective of regularizing irregularly opened
accounts under National Small Savings (NSS) through the Post Office.
• These new regulations have been categorised into following sections such as: irregular NSS,
PPF accounts opened under a minor’s name, holding various PPF accounts, extension of a
PPF account by Non-Resident Indian (NRI), regularization of Sukanya Samriddhi Account
(SSA) initiated by grandparents instead of guardians.

5. Which bank has recently (in August ‘24) fined Rs 2.68 crore by the Reserve Bank of India
(RBI) for contravention of certain provisions, including on opening of current accounts,
interest rate on deposits and fraud classification?
1) Punjab National Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) UCO Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) Central Bank of India
Answer- 3) UCO Bank
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a penalty of Rs 2.68 crore on Kolkata (West Bengal,
WB) based United Commercial (UCO) Bank Limited for contravention of certain provisions, including
on opening of current accounts, interest rate on deposits and frauds classification.

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 • The RBI has also imposed a penalty of Rs 2.1 lakh on Bhopal (Madhya Pradesh, MP) based
Cent Bank Home Finance Limited (CBHFL) for non-compliance with certain provisions of
Know Your Customer (KYC) directions.
• Both the penalties are based on regulatory compliance and are not intended to pronounce
upon the validity of any transaction or agreement entered into by the entities with their
customers.

6. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the 5th edition of Global Fintech
Fest (GFF) held in Mumbai, Maharashtra, from 28th August to 30th August 2024?
A) RBI deputy governor T Rabi Sankar launched ‘UPI Interoperable Cash Deposit (UPI-ICD)’ in
partnership with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
B) Jio Financial Services Limited, a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), has become the
first NBFC to implement the National Payments Corporation of India’s (NPCI) e-KYC Setu
system.
C) Aurionpro Payments, a subsidiary of Aurionpro Solutions Limited received authorization
from the RBI to operate as an online Payment Aggregator(PA).
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 3) Only A & C
Explanation:
The Global Fintech Fest (GFF) is the largest 3- day
fintech conference held from 28th August to 30th August
2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai,
Maharashtra. The 5th edition of this annual event is
jointly organized by the Payments Council of India (PCI),
the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), and
the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).
• Theme – “Blueprint for the next decade of
finance: Responsible AI| Inclusive| Resilient”
• RBI deputy governor T Rabi Sankar launched ‘UPI Interoperable Cash Deposit (UPI-ICD)’
at the GFF 2024 in partnership with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
• Mastercard has introduced the ‘Payment Passkey Service(PPS)’ in India and globally to
enhance online shopping security and convenience.
• Fintech startup POP has launched India’s first multi-brand co-branded credit card, the ‘YES
BANK POP-CLUB RuPay credit card’, developed in partnership with RuPay and YES Bank.
• HDB Financial Services (HDBFS), a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC), has become
the first NBFC to implement the National Payments Corporation of India’s (NPCI) e-KYC
Setu system.
• Aurionpro Payments, a subsidiary of Aurionpro Solutions Limited received authorization
from the RBI to operate as an online Payment Aggregator(PA).

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 • The Amazon Pay ICICI Bank credit card, powered by VISA, has achieved a significant
milestone – becoming the first co-branded credit card in India to onboard over 5 million
customers nationwide.Click here to read more

7. According to the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) revised guidelines, the Average
Daily Delivery Value (ADDV) of stocks in the cash market in the previous 6 months must be a
minimum of _________.
1) Rs 35 crore
2) Rs 15 crore
3) Rs 5 crore
4) Rs 25 crore
5) Rs 45 crore
Answer- 1) Rs 35 crore
Explanation:
On 30th August 2024, the Securities Exchange Board of India (SEBI) revised the criteria for entry and
exit of stocks in the Futures and Options (F&O) or derivatives segment to enhance market stability by
ensuring only actively traded and financially robust stocks participate in the derivatives segment.
• These new guidelines were issued by SEBI through a circular in exercise of powers given
under Section 11(1) and Section 11(2)(a) of the Securities and Exchange Board of India
Act, 1992.
• The circular is effective immediately, and a 6-month gestation period has been granted to
existing stocks to meet the requirements of new norms.
• SEBI has increased the Market Wide Position Limit (MWPL) of stocks over the previous 6
months, from the existing limit of Rs 500 crore to Rs 1500 crore. This increase in MWPL
limit is introduced due to the market capitalization now standing at 2.8 times since the last
review.
• As per the revised guidelines, Median Quarter Sigma Order Size (MQSOS), MQSOS over the
previous 6 months, on a rolling basis has been increased from Rs 25 lakhs to Rs 75 lakhs.
SEBI has cited that the average market turnover is now over 3.5 times the figure since the
last review conducted in 2018.
• As per SEBI’s guidelines, Average Daily Delivery Value (ADDV) of stocks in the cash market
in the previous 6 months must be minimum Rs 35 crore (from the existing Rs 10 crore).
This is due to significant increase in the ADDV which has increased by over 3 times since the
last review.Click here to read more

8. Which insurance company has launched USD-Denominated Life Insurance Solutions for Non-
Resident Indians (NRIs) at its newly opened offshore branch at GIFT City?
1) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
2) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited
3) Life Insurance Corporation of India
4) Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited
5) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 4) Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited

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Explanation:
Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited (Tata AIA) has launched its offshore branch at Gujarat
International Finance Tech City (GIFT City), India’s 1st International Financial Services Centre (IFSC)
in Gujarat. This branch allows Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to purchase USD-denominated life
insurance policies through the Tata AIA’s website.
• Tata AIA will commence operations with a unique term offering USD-denominated Life Protect
Supreme, enabling policy benefits in USD.
• The plan offers coverage up to 100 years of age, covering risks like death, accident, disability,
and critical illness.

9. Which insurance company has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with the Policybazaar
Insurance Brokers Private Limited to launch a new term insurance plan “Income Suraksha
Plan”?
1) Life Insurance Corporation of India
2) Edelweiss Life Insurance Company Limited
3) HDFC Life Insurance Company Limited
4) Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Limited
5) United India Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 4) Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Limited
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Aditya Birla Sun Life Insurance Limited (ABSLI) and Gurugram
(Haryana) based Policybazaar Insurance Brokers Private Limited have jointly launched ‘Income
Suraksha Plan’, a new term insurance plan which offers a lifelong income stream to the
policyholder’s family in the event of the policyholder’s demise.
i.This Income Protection Plan also offers lifetime income to the policyholder’s nominees.
ii.This income is not only tax-free, but it is also compounded annually at a rate of five percent to
adjust for inflation, beginning on the day the plan is purchased. The discount is given on the first-
year premium of up to 9% for a single transaction.

10. Which fintech company has recently (in August ‘24) launched India's first multi-brand co-
branded credit card in partnership with RuPay and Yes Bank Limited?
1) Covrzy Technologies Private Limited
2) BranchX India Private Limited
3) TechFini
4) POPtech Growth Private Limited
5) Mswipe Technologies Private Limited
Answer- 4) POPtech Growth Private Limited
Explanation:
POPtech Growth Private Limited (POP), a Fintech startup has launched India’s first multi-brand co-
branded credit card, ‘YEB BANK POP-CLUB RuPay Credit Card’ which was developed in partnership
with RuPay and Yes Bank Limited.
• It was launched at 2024 Global Fintech Festival (GFF), Mumbai (Maharashtra) in the
presence of Amit Sinha, Head of Yes Bank’s credit card sales and partnerships, and Nalin
Bansal, Chief of Corporate and Fintech Relationships at National Payments Corporation of
India (NPCI).

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 • The card has no joining fee and comes with an exclusive set of joining benefits. The
cardholders can earn rewards on every transaction using POPcoins.
• The users can earn 10% POPcoins for all online transactions, 2% POPcoins for offline
transactions, and an extra 5% POPcoins for using the card with POP UPI.

11. Which insurance company has recently (in August ‘24) launched its market-linked pension
product ‘Signature pension’ that enables customers to create a cost and tax-efficient
retirement plan?
1) Life Insurance Corporation of India
2) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited
3) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited
4) Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited
5) Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 3) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based ICICI Prudential Life Insurance Company Limited has launched ‘ICICI
Pru Signature Pension’, a market-linked pension product that enables customers to create a cost
and tax-efficient retirement plan.
• The new product offers consumers to customise their retirement savings with up to 100%
equity exposure and the ability to move between equity, debt, and balanced funds.
• It features two funds namely the ICICI Pru Pension India Growth Fund and the ICICI Pru
Pension Balanced Fund.

12. Which insurance company has recently (in August ‘24) launched India's first Braille
insurance policy named 'Special Care Gold', designed to provide the needs of Persons with
Disabilities (PWDs)?
1) Kotak Mahindra Life Insurance Company Limited
2) ICICI Lombard General Insurance Company Limited
3) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
4) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
5) Federal Bank Limited
Answer- 4) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN) based Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health
Insurance) launched India’s first Braille insurance policy named ‘Special Care Gold’,designed to
cater the needs of Persons with Disabilities (PWDs).
• The policy is launched for the persons with a disabilities as per ‘The Rights of Persons with
Disabilities Act, 2016’ and for individuals with HIV/AIDS as defined under the ‘Human
Immunodeficiency Virus(HIV) and Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome(AIDS) (Prevention
and Control) Act, 2017’.
• It aimed to empower visually impaired individuals with opportunities for income generation in
the insurance sector.
• Any person aged between 18 and 65 years can avail this policy. Dependent children are
covered from newborn to 17 years of age.

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 • The policy offers a 1-year term with individual coverage options of Rs 4,00,000 and Rs
5,00,000.

13. Which bank has recently (in August ‘24) launched two innovative digital solutions - ‘Unified
Payments Interface-Automated Teller Machine(UPI-ATM)’ and ‘Bharat Connect for Business’ at
the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024?
1) Bandhan Bank
2) Axis Bank
3) HDFC Bank
4) Canara Bank
5) Federal Bank
Answer- 2) Axis Bank
Explanation:
Axis Bank Limited launched two innovative digital solutions
– ‘Unified Payments Interface-Automated Teller Machine(UPI-
ATM)’ and ‘Bharat Connect for Business’ at the Global
Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. Both
initiatives are for its retail and wholesale banking business.
• UPI-ATM is a cardless cash withdrawal and deposit
system using any UPI application(app).
• It is India’s first Android Cash Recycler integrated with UPI, allowing customers to perform
both Interoperable Cardless Cash Deposit (ICD) and Interoperable Cardless Cash Withdrawal
(ICCW) transactions using any UPI-enabled application.
• Bharat Connect (formerly Bharat Bill Payment System, BBPS) for Business was launched in
partnership with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI’s) Bharat BillPay Limited
(NBBL).

14. Name the Fixed Deposit (FD) scheme that was recently (in August ‘24) launched by the
Bank of India(BoI) with an interest rate of up to 7.25%.
1) Star Dhan Vriddhi
2) Amrit Vrishti
3) MAHA-DOC
4) Jeevan Samarth
5) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Answer- 1) Star Dhan Vriddhi
Explanation:
Bank Of India (BOI), one of India’s leading Public Sector Bank (PSB), has launched a Fixed Deposit
(FD) scheme called ‘Star Dhan Vriddhi’, a term limit of 333 days effective from 1 September 2024.
• Under the Star DhanVriddhi, customers can deposit up to Rs 3 crore.
• The bank’s FD interest rates now range from 3% to 7.25% for general citizens on deposits
below Rs 3 crore.
• For Senior Citizens (60-79 years), the interest rates range from 3% to 7.75%, and for Super
Senior Citizens (aged 80 and above), the interest rates range from 3% to 7.90%.

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 • Senior citizens receive an additional 50 basis points (bps) and Super senior citizens will get an
extra 65 bps on their Retail Term Deposits (RTDs) (less than Rs 3 crore) for tenures of 6
months to 3 years.

15. Which organisation had recently (in September ‘24) signed an MoU with Indian Institute of
Management-Kozhikode’s Laboratory for Innovation, Venturing, and Entrepreneurship (IIMK
LIVE) to drive innovation, research, and support for the Financial Technology (FinTech) start-
ups in India.
1) Reserve Bank Innovation Hub
2) NITI Aayog
3) National Payments Corporation of India
4) National Association of Software and Service Companies
5) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing
Answer- 1) Reserve Bank Innovation Hub
Explanation:
Kerala based Indian Institute of Management-Kozhikode’s Laboratory for Innovation, Venturing, and
Entrepreneurship (IIMK LIVE) and the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH) have signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to drive innovation, research, and support for the Financial
Technology (FinTech) start-ups in India.
• The MoU aims to build a unified, and robust ecosystem that accelerates FinTech growth and
development through shared resources, expertise, and innovative strategies.
• This collaboration underscores a commitment to fostering growth and entrepreneurship in
India’s FinTech landscape.

16. According to the global payment hub Paysecure data, India’s UPI has processed nearly
________________ rupees in transactions between April and July 2024, surpassing World’s Leading
Digital Payment Platforms.
1) 34.367 lakh crore
2) 46 lakh crore
3) 78 lakh crore
4) 81 lakh crore
5) 99.68 lakh crore
Answer- 4) 81 lakh crore
Explanation:
According to the global payment hub Paysecure data, India’s Unified Payments Interface (UPI) has
processed nearly 81 lakh crore rupees in transactions between April and July 2024, surpassing the
top digital payment platforms in the world. This represents a 37% increase Year-over-year (YOY).
• India leads the world in digital transactions, with over 40% of payments being made digitally,
and UPI being used for a majority of them.
UPI processed 3,729.1 transactions per second, up 58% from 2,348 in 2022.
• UPI transactions reached 20.6 lakh crore rupees in July 2024, the highest- ever recorded in a
month.
• The United Kingdom(UK) based Skrill became the second-most popular alternative payment
method with 1,553.8 transactions per second and processed 49 billion transactions in 2023.

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 Brazil based Pix is the 3rd-most popular alternative payment method with 1,331.8
transactions per second.

17. Which fintech startup payment gateway has recently (in August ‘24) received the final
authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to act as a Payment Aggregator (PA)?
1) PayU
2) EBANX
3) Paysharp
4) TerraPay
5) Razorpay
Answer- 3) Paysharp
Explanation:
On 30th August 2024, Chennai (Tamil Nadu, TN) based Fintech startup Paysharp Private Limited
received the final authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to act as a Payment Aggregator
(PA).
• Paysharp has received the in-principal PA licence in December 2022. It holds the
International Organization for Standardization (ISO) 27001:2022 and System and
Organization Controls (SOC) 2 accreditations.

18. In August 2024, the Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited has rebranded
itself as _____________.
1) Scott Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
2) Bern Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
3) Zurich Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
4) HSBC Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
5) Natwest Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
Answer- 3) Zurich Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra)-based Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited has
rebranded itself as Zurich Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited, following Zurich
Insurance Group’s 70% acquisition of Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited in June
2024. The brand symbolises a commitment to trust, innovation, integrity, and customer excellence.
• Zurich Kotak General Insurance Company (India) Limited, a 70:30 Joint Venture (JV) between
Zurich Insurance Group and Kotak Mahindra Bank, is the youngest and one of the fastest-
growing non-life insurance franchises in India.
• In line with its rebranding, the company has also reconstituted its board of directors, including
Suresh Agarwal as Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Srinivas Injeti as
Chairman and Independent Director (ID).

19. Who is the chairperson of the recently (In September ‘24) formed 22-member advisory
committee by the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) to streamline the rules for
listing obligations and disclosures?
1) Rajeev Kher
2) Abhaya Prasad Hota
3) Rama Subramaniam Gandhi

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4) Sunil Mehta
5) Sanjay Nayar
Answer- 3) Rama Subramaniam Gandhi
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has set up a 22-member advisory committee to
streamline the rules for listing obligations and disclosures.
• The Advisory Committee on Listing Obligations and Disclosures (ACLOD) will be chaired by
Rama Subramaniam Gandhi, a former Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI).
• The committee will provide advice to SEBI on disclosure requirements, listing and post-
listing obligations, harmonisation, and corporate governance.
• In June 2024, SEBI proposed 50 amendments to streamline disclosure and listing
obligations, based on proposals from a separate expert committee of 21 members chaired
by SK Mohanty, a former SEBI whole-time member.

20. Which Mutual fund company has recently (in September ‘24) launched India’s first Nifty
500 Momentum 50 Index Fund?
1) Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund
2) Mirae Asset Mutual Fund
3) HDFC Mutual Fund
4) Groww Mutual Fund
5) SBI Mutual Fund
Answer- 1) Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund
Explanation:
Motilal Oswal Mutual Fund (MOMF) has launched its New Fund Offer (NFO), the ‘Motilal Oswal Nifty
500 Momentum 50 Index Fund’. This is India’s first 500 Momentum 50 Index fund.
• This NFO began on September 2, 2024 and will end on September 16, 2024.
• The objective of this open-ended index fund is to capture the Nifty 500 index’s high-
momentum stock performance.
• The Nifty 500 Momentum 50 Index tracks the performance of fifty stocks chosen from the Nifty
500 index according to their normalised momentum score.

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 • It is designed to replicate the performance of the Nifty 500 Momentum 50 Total Return Index
(TRI).

21. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) introduced India’s first Android-Based
Cash Recycling Machine (CRM) Automated Teller Machine (ATM), in collaboration with
National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)?
1) Mindgrove Technologies Private Limited
2) Cashfree Payments India Private Limited
3) Adani International Ports Holdings Private Limited
4) Hitachi Payment Services Private Limited
5) SpacePixxel Technologies Private Limited
Answer- 4) Hitachi Payment Services Private Limited
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Hitachi Payment Services Private Limited has introduced India’s
first Android-Based Cash Recycling Machine (CRM) Automated Teller Machine (ATM), in
collaboration with Mumbai based National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) at the Global
Fintech Fest (GFF) 2024 in Mumbai.
• This CRM is designated as HPDx-BU01 and works as a Digital Banking Unit (DBU), offering
one-stop services in a modern digital banking environment.
• It permits banks to offer a range of banking and non-banking services according to their
business needs and local market requirements, including Quick-Response (QR)-based Unified
Payments Interface (UPI) cash withdrawal, account creation, credit card issuance, personal and
Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) loans, and insurance.

22. Which bank has recently (in September 2024) partnered with BharatPe to launch its
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) TPAP (Third Party Application Provider) service for easier
digital payments?
1) Bank of India
2) Unity Small Finance Bank Limited
3) Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited
4) Karnataka Bank Limited
5) Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
Answer- 2) Unity Small Finance Bank Limited
Explanation:
India’s leading Fintech Company, BharatPe has announced its partnership with Mumbai
(Maharashtra)-based Unity Small Finance Bank Limited (Unity Bank), to launch its Unified Payments
Interface (UPI) TPAP (Third Party Application Provider) service for easier digital payments.
• It has also rebranded now-pay-later application (app) postpe (app) to BharatPe platform.
• The app also includes UPI Lite, which permits the customers to preload an online wallet and
make transactions of maximum Rs 500 for both Peer-to-Peer (P2P) and Peer-to-Merchant
(P2M) payments without any requirement of UPI Personal Identification Number (PIN).

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 ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

1. In August 2024, Moody’s Ratings projected India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to grow at
______ for Calendar Year (CY) 2024.
1) 7.2%
2) 7%
3) 6.9%
4) 7.5%
5) 6.8%
Answer- 1) 7.2%
Explanation:
On 29th August 2024, Global Rating Agency, Moody’s Ratings announced that it has raised India’s
Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast to 7.2% for Calendar Year (CY) 2024 from its
previous estimate of 6.8% and to 6.6% for CY25, against its previous estimates of 6.5%. This
estimation was part of their August update for the ‘Global Macro Outlook for 2024-25’.
• It has cited these projections reflect strong, broad-based growth, which is mainly attributed
by resilient private consumption and improved business conditions.
• According to Moody’s Ratings, the Indian economy showed a Year-over-Year (Y-o-Y) growth
of 7.8% in the 1st Quarter (Q1:April-June) of 2024, despite the challenges posed by strict
monetary policies and ongoing efforts towards fiscal consolidation.
• Moody’s projected that global growth is likely to decrease to 2.7% in 2024 and 2.5% in
2025, from 3.0% in 2023, though trends may vary from country to country.
• Moody’s has lowered India’s Consumer Price Index (CPI) inflation in 2024 by 20 basis
points (bps) from 5.2% to 5.0%.Click here to read more

2. According to the National Statistical Office’s (NSO) Quarterly Estimates (QE), India’s Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) was estimated to be _________ for the 1st Quarter of the Financial Year
2024-25.
1) 7.1%
2) 6.7%
3) 7.5%
4) 6.9%
5) 6.8%
Answer- 2) 6.7%
Explanation:
On 30th August 2024, the National Statistical Office (NSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme
Implementation (MoSPI), released the Estimates of Gross Domestic Product (GDP) For the First
Quarter (April- June) of 2024-25, along with its expenditure components both at Constant (2011-
12) and Current Prices.
• According to the NSO data, India’s Real GDP slowed to a 15-month low of 6.7% in Q1of
FY25 as compared to the growth rate of 8.2% in Q1 of FY24 (2023-24), mainly due to poor
performance of the agriculture and services sector.
• Real Gross Value Added (GVA) registered a growth of 6.8% (in Q1of FY25) over the growth
rate of 8.3% (in Q1of FY24). It is estimated at Rs 40.73 lakh crore in Q1of FY25, against Rs
38.12 lakh crore in Q1 of FY24.

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 • Real GDP or GDP at Constant Prices in Q1 of 2024-25 is estimated at Rs 43.64 lakh crore
inQ1of FY25 against Rs 40.91 lakh crore in Q1 of FY24.
• As per NSO data, agriculture and its allied sector, a key component of the Indian economy
saw a modest growth of 2.0%, down from 3.7% (in Q1FY24).Click here to read more

3. According to Nomura Holdings Inc.'s recent (in August ‘24) projection, India’s Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) is set to grow at ______ for the Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
1) 7%
2) 6.6%
3) 7.2%
4) 6.7%
5) 6.9%
Answer- 4) 6.7%
Explanation:
Japanese brokerage firm Nomura Holdings Inc. has lowered its Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
projection for India for the Financial Year 2024-25(FY25) to 6.7% Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) from its
previous estimate of 6.9%.
• It has lowered India’s GDP forecast for FY25 following the National Statistical Office (NSO)
officially released data on 30th August 2024, which showed India’s GDP grew by 6.7%,
slower than expected on an annual basis in the 1st Quarter (Q1: April-June) of FY25 against
the growth rate of 8.2% in Q1 of FY24(2023-24).
• It estimated India's retail inflation to reduce further to 3% Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) in August
2024, and average at 3.6% in July to September, both these figures are lower than the RBI’s
inflation target of 4% in FY25.

4. According to the World Bank’s recently released (in September ‘24) India Development
Update (IDU), India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) was estimated to be _________ for the
Financial Year 2024-25.
1) 6.5%
2) 6.8%
3) 7%
4) 7.2%
5) 8%
Answer- 3) 7%
Explanation:
On September 3, 2024, the World Bank (WB) in its ‘India Development Update (IDU)- India’s trade
opportunities in a changing global context’ upgraded India’s growth estimate to 7% from 6.6% for
Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25). Despite global challenges and the fading effects of post-pandemic
recovery, India’s medium-term outlook remains positive.
• The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth is projected at 6.7% for FY26 and FY27.
• The urban labour market improved gradually since the peak of the pandemic although
youth unemployment remained elevated at around 17%.
• The Fiscal Deficit(FD) is anticipated to reduce from 5.6% of GDP in FY24 to 4.9% in FY25,
further narrowing to 4.5% by FY26.

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 • The debt-to-GDP ratio is expected to decline from 83.9% in FY24 to 82% by FY27, aided
by strong revenue growth and fiscal consolidation.

5. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) reported that India’s Current Account
Balance (CAB) is expected to increase 1% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP)in the 2nd
Quarter of Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25)?
1) National Statistical Office
2) National Council of Applied Economic Research
3) India Ratings and Research
4) International Monetary Fund
5) National Institute of Public Finance and Policy
Answer- 3) India Ratings and Research
Explanation:
According to the India Ratings and Research (Ind-Ra) latest report, India’s Current Account Balance
(CAB) is expected to increase 1% of its Gross Domestic Product (GDP)in the 2nd Quarter (Q2: July-
September) of Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
• The report has estimated a deficit of nearly USD 8 billion, equivalent to 0.8% of GDP in the Q1
of FY25, which is a reversal from the surplus of USD 5.7 billion (0.6% of GDP) in the previous
quarter.
• As per the report, India’s merchandise exports grew by 6% Year-on-Year (Y-o-Y) in Q1 of FY25
to USD 110.1 billion and imports in Q1FY25 increased by 7.6% Y-o-Y, to USD 172.2 billion.
• Ind-Ra report has estimated that the services trade surplus to increase by 10.6% Y-o-Y to USD
44 billion in Q2FY25.
• As per the report, global trade in Q1FY25 saw a 14.1% Y-o-Y growth, the fastest pace of
growth in six quarters.click here to read more.

MoU’s AND AGREEMENTS

1. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) signed an MoU with Visa Inc. to upskill
youths in tourism-relevant skills?
1) Tripadvisor
2) Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council
3) India Tourism Development Corporation
4) MakeMyTrip
5) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
Answer- 2) Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council
Explanation:
The Tourism and Hospitality Skill Council (THSC) under the aegis of the Ministry of Skill Development
and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Visa Inc. to
upskill at least 20,000 Indian youths in tourism-relevant skills.
• It is a three-year partnership worth up to USD 1 million.
• This partnership builds upon Visa’s ongoing collaboration with the Ministry of Tourism
(MoT) and aims to train young people in ten states which includes Assam, Gujarat,
Himachal Pradesh (HP), and West Bengal (WB) in order to improve the tourism service
experience for tourists

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2. Which country has recently (in August 2024) signed a MoU with the Comptroller and Auditor
General of India (CAG) to enhance bilateral cooperation and exchange expertise in the field of
public sector auditing?
1) Gambia
2) Australia
3) Saudi Arabia
4) Nepal
5) Republic of the Marshall Islands
Answer- 3) Saudi Arabia
Explanation:
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has signed Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with the General Court of Audit, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (Saudi Arabia) to enhance bilateral
cooperation and exchange expertise in the field of public sector auditing.
• The MoU was signed by Girish Chandra Murmu, the CAG of India and Hussam Al-Angari,
President of the Saudi General Court of Audit during a bilateral meeting in Riyadh, Saudi
Arabia.
• The key areas of cooperation include joint training programs for financial, performance, and
compliance audits, as well as the exchange of audit manuals and methodology.

3. Which shipbuilding firm has recently (in August ‘24) signed a MoU with the National
Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) for the supply of Double-
Lane (DL) Class 70 Modular Steel and Bailey bridges?
1) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
2) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited
3) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
4) Goa Shipyard Limited
5) Shipping Corporation of India
Answer-2) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited
Explanation:
The Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE) signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with the National Highway Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) for the
fabrication, supply, and launching of Double-Lane (DL) Class 70 Modular Steel and Bailey bridges.
The MoU was signed between Dr. Krishan Kumar, Managing Director (MD), NHIDCL; and Commodore
PR Hari, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), GRSE.
• GRSE will construct and deliver Class 70R Double-Lane Bridges. This will enhance
connectivity in critical forward areas along India’s borders, facilitating troop and equipment
deployment.
• GRSE’s Double-Lane Steel Bridge is described as the only indigenous solution of its kind,
aligning with India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan (Self-Reliant India Campaign).

4. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) signed a tripartite MoU with the Delhi
Development Authority (DDA) and the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD) for drone surveys
to combat land encroachments in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) National Sample Survey Office
2) Indian Institute of Surveying and Mapping

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3) Survey Of India
4) Forest Survey of India
5) Geological Survey of India
Answer- 3) Survey Of India
Explanation:
A tripartite Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Delhi Development
Authority (DDA), the Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD), and the Survey Of India (SOI) to facilitate
drone surveys to determine the status of encroachments on government-owned lands in New Delhi
(Delhi).
• The MoU aims to generate comprehensive geospatial data resources through survey and
mapping activities.It creates a foundation for data integration by the DDA, MCD, and various
government departments of the Delhi government.
• It maximises resource utilisation and ensures comprehensive coverage of areas under their
jurisdictions.

5. With which country did India sign the working plan on cooperation in the field of emergency
management for 2025-2026?
1) Nepal
2) Ghana
3) Russia
4) Sri Lanka
5) Australia
Answer- 3) Russia
Explanation:
On 28th August 2024, the 2nd meeting of the joint Russian-Indian Commission on the Cooperation in
the Field of Emergency Management was held in Moscow, the capital city of Russia.
• The Indian delegation was led by Minister of State (MoS) Nityanand Rai, Ministry of Home
Affairs (MHA), Government of India (GoI) at the meeting.
• During the meeting, India and Russia signed the working plan of joint Russian-Indian
Commission on the Cooperation in the field of Emergency Management for 2025-26.
• India will host the 3rd meeting of Indo-Russian Joint Commission on the Cooperation in the
Field of Emergency Management in 2026.

6. Which of the following countries did not recently (in August ‘24) sign a Charter and a MoU
for the establishment of the Colombo Security Conclave (CSC) Secretariat in Colombo, Sri
Lanka?
1) India
2) Maldives
3) Mauritius
4) Sri Lanka
5) Seychelles
Answer- 5) Seychelles

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Explanation:
Ajit Kumar Doval, National Security Adviser (NSA) to the Prime Minister (PM) of India, visited
Colombo, Sri Lanka from 29-30 August 2024, for the signing of the Founding Documents of the
Colombo Security Conclave (CSC), a regional security grouping.
• On 30th August 2024, India, the Maldives, Mauritius, and Sri Lanka signed a Charter and a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the establishment of the CSC Secretariat in
Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• The Colombo Security Conclave aims to address traditional, non-traditional, and emerging
hybrid security challenges and has worked on capacity building in sectors such as Counter-
Terrorism (CT), police, law enforcement, and cyber-security.
• CSC is a regional security initiative established in 2020 as a trilateral effort among India, Sri
Lanka, and the Maldives.Click here to read more

7. In August 2024, The Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Nepal signed a contract valued at
___________ with the Transrail Lighting Limited (TLL) of India to construct an 18-kilometre (km)
cross-border electricity transmission line.
1) USD 2.50 million
2) USD 12.36 million
3) USD 18 million
4) USD 19.6 million
5) USD 50 million
Answer- 2) USD 12.36 million
Explanation:
The Millennium Challenge Account (MCA) Nepal has signed a contract valued at USD 12.36 million
with the Transrail Lighting Limited (TLL) of India to construct a 18 kilometre (km) cross-border
electricity transmission line from the 400 kilovolts (kV) New Butwal Substation in Nawalparasi
Bardaghat Susta West to the Nepal-India border.
• The contract was signed under the Millennium Challenge Corporation (MCC) Nepal
Compact and it was jointly funded by the government of Nepal and the United States of
America (USA).
• This milestone, commemorating the one-year anniversary of the Compact’s Entry-Into-
Force, highlights the strong commitment of all stakeholders to boost regional energy
trade between Nepal and India.

8. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Bureau of Energy
Efficiency to promote energy efficiency in India?
1) ReNew Energy Global PLC
2) TotalEnergies
3) National Test House
4) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
5) Bureau of Indian Standards
Answer- 3) National Test House
Explanation:
National Test House (NTH) under the Department of Consumer Affairs (DCA), Ministry of Consumer
Affairs, Food and Public Distribution (MoCAF&PD), and the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), a

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statutory body under the Ministry of Power (MoP), signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
strengthen the Standards & Labelling (S&L) Program, promoting energy efficiency across India.
• The MoU aims to promote sustainable development in India through energy conservation by
saving electricity.
• BEE will recognise NTH as a referral laboratory for technical disputes regarding the test
results.
• NTH, formerly known as the Government Test House, is India’s largest multi-location
multidisciplinary industrial central government testing laboratory and a premier scientific and
technical institution of India.

9. Which country's navy has recently (in September ‘24) signed an Implementing Agreement
(IA) with the Indian Navy to enhance cooperation on submarine rescue support?
1) Japan
2) South Africa
3) Philippines
4) Mongolia
5) Pakistan
Answer- 2) South Africa
Explanation:
The Indian Navy (IN) and the South African (SA) Navy has signed an Implementing Agreement (IA) to
strengthen cooperation on submarine rescue support in order to ensure the safety of the South
African Navy’s submarine crew in times of distress or accident.
• The IA was signed by Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi, Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the
IN, and Vice Admiral Monde Lobese, Chief of the SA Navy in New Delhi (Delhi).
• The 12th India-South Africa Navy Staff Talks were held on August 27-28 2024 in New
Delhi, Delhi to further enhance Navy-to-Navy collaboration between India and South Africa.
• As per the IA agreement, the IN will enhance the collaborative ties between the two navies
by providing assistance through the deployment of its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle
(DSRV) when required.
• The DSRV is a type of deep-submergence vehicle used for rescue of downed submarines and
secret missions.

10. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) signed MoU with the Comptroller and
Auditor General of India (CAG) to strengthen Public Sector Audit Cooperation?
1) Netherlands
2) Thailand
3) Singapore
4) Iran
5) United Arab Emirates
Answer- 5) United Arab Emirates
Explanation:
The Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with the United Arab Emirates (UAE) Accountability Authority to strengthen cooperation
between the two institutions in public sector audits.

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 • The MoU was signed by Girish Chandra Murmu, the CAG of India, and Humaid Obaid Khalifa
Obaid Abushibs, the President of the UAE Accountability Authority during a bilateral meeting
in Abu Dhabi, UAE.
• The MoU aims to promote and deepen collaboration between the two Supreme Audit
Institutions (SAIs) in order to boost each institution’s professional ability and improve
techniques in the field of Public Sector Auditing (PSA).

APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS

1. Who has been recently (in August ‘24) re-appointed as the Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of the Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL)?
1) Dileep Sanghani
2) Gurcharan Singh
3) Nehal Vora
4) Tapan Kumar Deka
5) Naveen Chandra Jha
Answer- 3) Nehal Vora
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved the re-appointment of Nehal Vora
as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of the Central Depository Services
(India) Limited (CDSL).
• He was appointed as MD & CEO of CDSL in September 2019 for a five- year term till
September 17, 2024.

2. Who has been recently (in August ‘24) appointed as the Director General (DG) of the Central
Industrial Security Force (CISF)?
1) Anish Dayal Singh
2) Rajwinder Singh Bhatti
3) Bharat Lal
4) Robert Jerard Ravi
5) Sanjaya Kumar Mishra
Answer- 2) Rajwinder Singh Bhatti
Explanation:
On 28th August 2024, the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the
appointment of Rajwinder Singh Bhatti, 1990-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Bihar
cadre, as the Director General (DG) of the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) with effect from the
date of assumption of charge of the post.
• He will hold the post for a tenure up to the date of his superannuation on September 30,
2025 or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
• He will succeed Anish Dayal Singh, DG of Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), who has
been holding additional charge as DG of CISF since August 2024.

3. Who has been recently (in August 2024) appointed as the Chief Secretary of Delhi?
1) Dharmendra
2) Manoj Kumar Singh

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3) Manoj Ahuja
4) Pramod Kumar Mishra
5) Naresh Kumar
Answer- 1) Dharmendra
Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) has appointed Dharmendra, a 1989-batch Indian Administrative
Service (IAS) officer of the Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and Union Territory (AGMUT) cadre, as
the new Chief Secretary (CS) of National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi.
• He succeeds Naresh Kumar, whose tenure as Delhi’s CS was ended on August 31 2024 after
being extended twice by the Centre.
• Prior to this, he served as the CS of Arunachal Pradesh (AR) and took over the new charge
with effect from September 1, 2024 or from the date of his joining, whichever is later.

4. Who has been recently (in August ‘24) appointed as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS) of
the Indian Air Force?
1) Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
2) Vivek Ram Chaudhari
3) Ashutosh Dixit
4) Kamal Kishore Soan
5) Tejinder Singh
Answer- 5) Tejinder Singh
Explanation:
On September 1 2024, Air Marshal Tejinder Singh took over as Deputy Chief of the Air Staff (DCAS)
of the Indian Air Force (IAF) at Vayu Bhawan, New Delhi, Delhi.
• He replaced Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, who was appointed as DCAS in May 2023.
• Prior to this appointment, he served as the Senior Air Staff Officer (SASO), the Headquarters
(HQ) Eastern Air Command of the IAF at Shillong, Meghalaya.
• He has been awarded the Vayu Sena Medal (VM) in 2007 and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal
(AVSM) in 2022 by the President of India, in recognition of his meritorious service.
• On September 1 2024, Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit took over as the Air Officer
Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of Central Air Command (CAC)of the IAF.

5. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Chairman and Managing
Director (additional charge) of the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)?
1) Satyanarayan Goel
2) D K Sunil
3) Akhil Gupta
4) Atanu Chakraborty
5) Ananthakrishnan
Answer- 2) D K Sunil
Explanation:
Dr D K Sunil has taken charge as the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) (Additional charge) of
the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) with effect from 1st September 2024.
• He will succeed CB Ananthakrishnan, who retired from the post on 31st August 2024.
• He is currently serving as the Director (Engineering, Research and Development) of HAL.

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6. Who has been recently (in August ‘24) appointed as Chief Secretary of Bihar?
1) Ravi Kota
2) Amrit Lal Meena
3) Sujata Saunik
4) Neerabh Kumar Prasad
5) Brijesh Mehrotra
Answer- 2) Amrit Lal Meena
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Amrit Lal
Meena, an Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of the 1989-batch Bihar Cadre, as the new Chief
Secretary of Bihar, succeeding Brijesh Mehrotra, who got retired on 31 August 2024.
• Before this, he was a Secretary of the Ministry of Coal (MoC), during his central deputation.
• He also held the charge of Special Secretary (Logistics) in the Department for Promotion of
Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry (MoC&I).

7. Who was recently (in August ‘24) appointed as Managing Director (MD) of NABARD
Consultancy Services (NABCONS)?
1) Y Haragopal
2) Govind Singh
3) Ajith Kumar KK
4) Dileep Sanghani
5) Nemkumar H
Answer- 1) Y Haragopal
Explanation:
Y Haragopal has been appointed as the Managing Director (MD) of the NABARD Consultancy Services
(NABCONS). Prior to this appointment he served as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of NABCONS.
• He joined NABARD in 1996 as a Direct Recruit Officer and held various positions for 14
years in the Refinance Department, Mumbai (Maharashtra) and at various regional offices in
Punjab, Haryana, Andhra Pradesh, and Telangana.
• He served as the General Manager (GM) of NABARD’s Telangana Regional Office in
Hyderabad (Telangana) before joining NABCONS.

8. Who has recently (in August ‘24) become the first Indian to be officially named as the
Foundation Ambassador of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Foundation?
1) Sreeja Akula
2) Sharath Kamal Achanta
3) Harmeet Desai
4) Sumit Nagal
5) Manika Batra
Answer- 2) Sharath Kamal Achanta
Explanation:
Indian Table Tennis (TT) Player Sharath Kamal Achanta has been officially named as the
Foundation Ambassador of the International Table Tennis Federation (ITTF) Foundation, a non-
profit organization that promotes peace and development through table tennis. He became the First
Indian to be named the ambassador of ITTF Foundation.

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 • The announcement was made during the celebration of ITTF Foundation’s TT4 Health
Programme during the 5th season of Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT 2024) being held in
Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN) from 22nd August 2024 to 7th
September 2024.
• He was the 1st Indian TT player to win a gold medal in the Commonwealth Games (CWG). He
won Gold Medals in the Men’s Singles and Men’s Team event at the 2006 CWG in Melbourne,
Australia.
• He has been honoured with the Arjuna Award (2004), Padma Shri for Sports (2019), and
Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award (2022).

9. Who has been recently (in September 2024) appointed as the New Prime Minister of France?
1) Michel Barnier
2) Jeremiah Manele
3) Halla Tómasdóttir
4) Keir Starmer
5) Gabriel Attal
Answer- 1) Michel Barnier
Explanation:
On 5th September 2024, Emmanuel Macron, President of France, appointed Michel Barnier (73 years
old), Former Brexit negotiator, as the new Prime Minister (PM) of France. At 73, Barnier is the
oldest of the 26 prime ministers that have served modern France’s Fifth Republic.
• Michel Barnier will take charge from the outgoing PM Gabriel Attal, who has been serving
as the caretaker PM of France following the 2024 Election results.
• He is a veteran conservative politician from the right winged Republicans party (LR).
• He had received numerous honors, including France’s Chevalier of the Légion d’honneur
and Commander of the Ordre du Mérite Maritime, and international awards like the Medal
of the Oriental Republic of Uruguay and the Grand Cross of the Order of Prince Henry
(Portugal), and Order of the Star of Romania.

10. Who was recently (in September 2024) recommended for the position of Managing
Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI) by the Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB)?
1) Rama Mohan Rao Amara
2) Atanu Chakraborty
3) Naveen Chandra Jha
4) Krishnan Venkat Subramanian
5) Shanti Lal Jain
Answer- 1) Rama Mohan Rao Amara
Explanation:
The Financial Services Institutions Bureau (FSIB) has recommended Rama Mohan Rao Amara for
the position of Managing Director (MD) of State Bank of India (SBI) to fill the vacancy created by the
elevation of Challa Sreenivasulu (CS) Setty as the Chairman of SBI.
• Rama Mohan Rao Amara is currently serving as the Deputy MD of SBI (since July 2023).
• The final decision on the recommendation will be made by the Appointments Committee of the
Cabinet (ACC), led by Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi.
• Amara will become the 4th MD of the SBI’ which is led by a Chairman and 4 MDs.

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 • Prior to his appointment as Deputy MD of SBI, He served as the MD and Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of SBI Cards and Payment Services since January 2021.

11. Who was recently (in August ‘24) named as the Member of the Board of Securities and
Exchange Board of India (SEBI)?
1) Jagjit Pavadia
2) Arun Kumar Bansal
3) Manoj Govil
4) Deepti Gaur Mukherjee
5) Subhransu Sekhar Acharya
Answer- 4) Deepti Gaur Mukherjee
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) has named Deepti Gaur Mukherjee, Secretary of the Ministry of
Corporate Affairs (MCA), as a Member of the Board of Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
• Mukherjee has replaced erstwhile MCA Secretary Manoj Govil, who recently was posted as
Expenditure Secretary in the Ministry of Finance (MoF).
• Prior to this, she served as the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Health Authority
(NHA), New Delhi (Delhi).

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

1. Which of the following is ‘not’ among the winners of the 66th edition of Ramon Magsaysay
Awards (2024)?
1) Miyazaki Hayao
2) Farwiza Farhan
3) Ravi Kannan
4) Karma Phuntsho
5) Nguyen Thi Ngoc Phuong
Answer- 3) Ravi Kannan
Explanation:
The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) has announced recipients of the 66th edition of
Ramon Magsaysay Awards (2024), the premier prize of Asia and highest honor which recognises the
greatness of spirit shown in selfless service to the peoples of Asia.
• The Ramon Magsaysay Award was established in 1958 in honor of President Ramon
Magsaysay, the seventh president of the Philippines, Ramon Magsaysay Award is Asia’s
highest honor. The award is internationally-recognized as the Nobel Prize of Asia.
• Recipients receive a Medallion, a Citation, and a cash prize of USD 50,000. Click here to read
more
2024 Recipients:
Winner Country Citation

Miyazaki Japan The award recognised his lifelong commitment to the use of art
Hayao (animation), to illuminate the human condition and his
devotion to children as the torchbearers of the imagination.

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 Farwiza Indonesia The award recognised her profound understanding of the vital
Farhan connection between nature and humanity and her commitment
to social justice and responsible citizenship through her work
with forest communities.

Karma Bhutan The award recognised his contributions towards harmonizing

Phuntsho the richness of Bhutan’s past with the diverse predicaments
and prospects of its present and inspiring young Bhutanese to
be proud of their heritage and confident in their future.

Dr. Nguyen Vietnam The award recognised her spirit of public service which serves
Thi Ngoc as a warning for the world to avoid war at all cost.
Phuong

Rural Doctors Thailand The award recognised the Thai doctors advocating for
Movement healthcare in rural areas and their continuing contribution to
Thai people’s health.

2. Who has been recently (in August ‘24) presented with the ‘Olympic Order in Gold’ for his
support to the 2024 Paris Olympic Games?
1) Rigoberta Menchú Tum
2) Emmanuel Macron
3) Thomas Bach
4) Anne Hidalgo
5) Amélie Oudéa-Castéra
Answer- 2) Emmanuel Macron
Explanation:
Emmanuel Macron, President of France, was presented with the Olympic Order in Gold, for his
unwavering support of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. He received this honour from Thomas Bach,
President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), at an official ceremony held at the Elysée
Palace in Paris, France.
• This distinction honours his dedication and visionary leadership, which made the Paris
Games a symbol of unity and global cooperation.
• Thomas Bach also presented the Olympic Order to Laurent Nuñez, the Paris Prefect of
Police, a special police authority in France, and Nicolas Ferrand, Executive Managing
Director (EMD) of SOLIDEO, the company responsible for delivering the Olympic facilities,
since 2017.
• The Olympic Order, established in 1975, is the highest honour granted by the IOC.
• It recognises individuals who have made outstanding services to the Olympic movement
through their contribution to the development of sport.

3. Which state has emerged as the top-performing state under the Rs 1 lakh crore Agriculture
Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Maharashtra

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3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Punjab
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 1) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW)
conferred Agriculture Infrastructure Fund (AIF) Excellence Awards 2024 to the top-performing
Banks and States under various categories in recognition of their outstanding efforts.
Madhya Pradesh (MP) has emerged as the top-performing state under the Rs 1 lakh crore Agriculture
Infrastructure Fund (AIF) scheme, followed by Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh (UP), Punjab, and
Rajasthan. These five states account for 50% of the total Rs 47,889 crore sanctioned under the AIF.
• MP topped with 9,331 sanctioned projects, totaling an investment of Rs 11,244 crore,
with Rs 7,404 crore approved as credit at a subsidized interest rate under AIF Scheme.
• Maharashtra follows with 8,352 projects, entailing an investment of Rs 9,225 crore, of
which Rs 5,195 crore has received credit approval.
• UP, Punjab, and Rajasthan have secured approvals for 5,753, 16,680, and 2,587 projects,
respectively.
• The AIF scheme was launched in 2020 with Rs 1 lakh crore outlay. AIF provides loans at a
6% interest rate after a 3% subsidy by the Central Government.

4. Which Indian Actor has been recently (in August ‘24) awarded ‘The Youth Icon Award 2024’
for Entertainment at the 1st edition of the ‘FICCI Young Leaders Awards (2024)‘?
1) Shah Rukh Khan
2) Ayushmann Khurrana
3) Manoj Bajpayee
4) Ranveer Singh
5) Amithabh Bachchan
Answer- 2) Ayushmann Khurrana
Explanation:
On 29th August 2024, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) organised
the 1st edition of the ‘FICCI Young Leaders Awards (2024)‘ and recognised outstanding young
achievers across 13 categories.
• Bollywood actor Ayushmann Khurrana with ‘The Youth Icon Award 2024
(Entertainment)’ and Indian Javelin thrower and Olympic medallist Neeraj Chopra with ‘The
Youth Icon Award 2024 (Sports)
• FICCI also honoured Indian fashion designer Rahul Mishra with Youth Icon Award 2024 (Art
& Culture); Amitabh Shah, Founder of Yuva Unstoppable, with Youth Icon Award 2024 (Public
Service); and Journalist Palki Sharma with Youth Icon Award 2024 (Media).

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 SUMMITS, CONFERENCES

1. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the ‘National Conference of
District Judiciary’ held in New Delhi, Delhi on 31st August 2024?
A) Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi unveiled the stamp with a value of Rs.10
commemorating 75 years of the establishment of the Supreme Court of India (SCI).
B) PM also unveiled Rs.75 coin which is made up of Pure Gold with a diameter of 44
millimeter(mm) and weighs 75 grams.
C) The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, delivered the valedictory address and unveiled the
new flag and insignia of the SCI.
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 3) Only A & C
Explanation:
On August 31, 2024, the Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi inaugurated the two-day long
‘National Conference of District Judiciary’ at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi. Organized by
the Supreme Court of India (SCI), the event marked 75 years of the SCI.
• The PM Narendra Modi unveiled the stamp with a value of Rs.10 to commemorate 75 years of
the establishment of the SCI.
• The PM also unveiled a Rs.75 coin which is made up of Pure Silver with a diameter of 44
millimeter(mm) and weighs 40 grams.
• The President of India, Draupadi Murmu, delivered the valedictory address and unveiled the
new flag and insignia of the SCI.
• The flag is blue in colour featuring Ashoka Chakra, the SCI building, and the Constitution of
India.Click here to read more

2. Which organisation has adopted a framework document on climate and sustainable

development in its Climate Agenda in Modern Conditions Forum held in Russia on 29th & 30th
August 2024?
1) Association of South-East Asian
2) South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation
3) Group 20
4) BRICS bloc
5) United Nations
Answer- 4) BRICS bloc
Explanation:
The BRICS bloc, an intergovernmental organisation, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South
Africa, Egypt, Iran, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia, has adopted a framework
document on climate and sustainable development following a two-day BRICS Climate Agenda in
Modern Conditions Forum held in Moscow, Russia.
• The framework covers various aspects of climate action, including a just transition,
mitigation, adaptation, carbon markets, finance, science, and business involvement.

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 • As part of Russia’s BRICS Chairship, the thematic BRICS Climate Agenda in Modern
Conditions Forum was held by the Ministry of Economic Development, Russia on 29 & 30
August 2024.
• Additionally, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on the BRICS carbon markets
partnership was introduced.
• The MoU was the 2nd document developed within the BRICS Contact Group on Climate and
Sustainable Development.

3. Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Eknath Shinde inaugurated the 27th edition of _______________
at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
1) Global IndiaAI Summit
2) ONDC Startup Mahotsav
3) National Conference on e-Governance
4) International Conference on Steel Slag Road
5) United Nations Conference
Answer- 3) National Conference on e-Governance
Explanation:
On 3rd September 2024, Eknath Shinde, Chief Minister (CM) of Maharashtra, inaugurated the 27th
National Conference on e-Governance (NCeG) at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai,
Maharashtra.
• The 27th NCeG took place from 3rd to 4th September 2024 under the theme – “Viksit Bharat:
Secure And Sustainable e-Service Delivery”.
• The event was jointly organized by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public
Grievances (DARPG), the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), and the
Government of Maharashtra.
• During the conference, 16 National Awards for e-Governance 2024 (NAeG 2024), which
include 9 gold, 6 silver and 1 jury award, were conferred to various departments,
organisations, institutions for their exemplary initiatives to promote innovation in e-
governance.
• The NAeG Awards 2024 carries a Trophy, Certificate and incentive of Rs 10 lakh for Gold
Awardees and Rs 5 Lakhs for Silver Awardees.Click here to read more

COMMITTEE AND MEETING

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INDEX

1. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) released a report titled “Pathways and
Strategies for Accelerating Growth in Edible Oil Towards the Goal of Atmanirbharta”, outlining
the strategic interventions to increase domestic oil production of India by 43.5 Million Tonnes
(MT) for self-sufficiency?
1) United Nation
2) Food and Agriculture Organisation
3) Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development

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4) NITI Aayog
5) Indian Council of Agricultural Research
Answer- 4) NITI Aayog
Explanation:
On 29th August 2024, Suman Bery, Vice-Chairperson, National Institution for Transforming India
(NITI Aayog) released report titled “Pathways and Strategies for Accelerating Growth in Edible
Oil Towards the Goal of Atmanirbharta”. The report was presented by Dr. Neelam Patel, Senior
Advisor (Agriculture), NITI Aayog.
• The report underscored that over the last decades, per capita consumption of edible oil in
India has increased exponentially, reaching 19.7 kilogram (kg) per year.
• The report has outlined the strategic interventions to increase domestic oil production of
India by 43.5 Million Tonnes (MT), to narrow the import gap and put country on a
trajectory towards self-sufficiency.
• Overall, the strategic interventions proposed by the report can help to achieve the projected
edible oil supplies of 36.2 million tonnes (MT) and 70.2 MT by 2030 and 2047
respectively.
• The report projected that by strategically retaining and diversifying oilseed crops and
focusing on areas potentially lost to cereal cultivation will increase the country’s edible oil
production by 20% in 9 states, with additional oil production of 7.36 MT and reduction in
import dependence by 2.1MT.
• The report suggested that by utilizing 1/3rd (33%) rice fallow area in 10 states for oilseed
cultivation can increase the oilseed production by 3.12 MT and reduce import by 1.03
MT.Click here to read more

2. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the recently (in August ‘24)
released World Health Organisation (WHO) South-East Asia Regional Status Report on Road
Safety?
A) India reported an increase in estimated road traffic deaths by 2% during 2010-2021 period.
B) India reported around 1,53,973 road traffic fatalities in 2021 and has reported around
2,16,618 road deaths in the same period.
C) As many as 3,30,222 deaths were reported in the South-East Region (SEARO) in 2021 due to
Road Traffic Injuries (RTI).
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
According to the World Health Organisation (WHO)’s report titled “WHO South-East Asia Regional
Status Report on Road Safety: Towards Safer and Sustainable Mobility”, India reported an
increase in estimated road traffic deaths by 2% during 2010-2021 period.
• The report was released at the 15th World Conference on Injury Prevention and Safety
Promotion (Safety 2024) held at Taj Palace in New Delhi, Delhi.

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 • India reported around 1,53,973 road traffic fatalities in 2021 and has reported around
2,16,618 road deaths in the same period.
• As many as 3,30,222 deaths were reported in the South-East Region (SEARO) in 2021 due
to Road Traffic Injuries (RTI), which accounts for about 28% of global road traffic deaths.
• As per WHO estimates, the highest number of people who died in road accidents in India,
were drivers or riders of motorized two/three wheelers (45.1%), followed by pedestrians
(at nearly 19%) and drivers or passengers of motorized four-wheelers (at 12.9%).Click here
to read more

ACQUISITION AND MERGERS

1. Which airline has recently (in August ‘24) received Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) approval
from the Government of India(GoI) for the proposed merger of Vistara with Air India Limited
(AI)?
1) All Nippon Airways
2) Qatar Airways
3) Emirates
4) Singapore Airlines
5) Air France
Answer- 4) Singapore Airlines
Explanation:
Singapore Airlines Limited (SIA) has received approval from Government of India(GoI) for Foreign
Direct Investment (FDI) as part of the proposed merger of Vistara with Air India Limited (AI). Once
completed, this merger will create one of the world’s largest airline groups.
• On 12 November 2024, Vistara will officially merge with AI, transitioning its flight code
from “UK” to “AI.”
• SIA also secured its approval to become part of the expanded AI entity as a result of the
proposed merger.
• After the merger, SIA, which held a 49% stake in Vistara, will acquire a 25.1% stake in the
merged entity (after a Rs 2,058.5 crore investment), comprising AI, AIE, and Vistara.Tata
Group will have the remaining 74.9% stake in AI.

2. Which company recently (in September 2024) got approval from the Competition
Commission of India (CCI) to acquire 100% stakes in Actis Holdings S.à r.l.?
1) IRB Infrastructure Trust
2) HDFC Credila Financial Services Limited
3) Ismartu India Private Limited
4) GAP Arthur Holdco, L.P.
5) Bajaj Holdings
Answer- 4) GAP Arthur Holdco, L.P.
Explanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the following proposals on 3 September 2024:
• Acquisition of the remaining 51% shareholding (on a fully diluted basis) in Rane NSK Steering
Systems Private Limited (RNSSPL) by Rane Holdings Limited (RHL) by way of a share
purchase from NSK Limited (Japan).

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 • Acquisition of 100% shareholding of Actis Holdings S.à r.l. by GAP Arthur Holdco, L.P.
• Acquisition of Shareholding in Utkarsh CoreInvest Limited (Utkarsh CoreInvest) by Citrine
Inclusion Limited (Citrine).
• Acquisition of additional unitholding in Highway Infrastructure Trust by 2452991 Ontario
Limited (OTPP 1/Acquirer).Click here to read more

DEFENCE

1. Name India’s first indigenously developed Pollution Control Vessel (PCV) of the Indian Coast
Guard (ICG) that was recently (in August’24) launched at the event held at Goa Shipyard
Limited (GSL).
1) Arowana
2) Rajdhwaj
3) Samudra Pratap
4) Rajshree
5) Vishwast
Answer- 3) Samudra Pratap
Explanation:
Neeta Seth, wife of Sanjay Seth, Minister of State (MoS), Ministry of Defence (MoD), launched and
named the Pollution Control Vessel (PCV), ‘Samudra Pratap’ for the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) in an
event held at Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), in Vasco da Gama, Goa.
• The event also witnessed the launch of ‘GSL Yard 1267’, another PCV for the ICG.
• These are the 1st indigenously built PCVs, designed and constructed entirely in-house by
the GSL to meet the specific needs of the ICG.
• Samudra Pratap will aid in controlling oil spills along India’s coastline, whereas GSL Yard
1267 will help protect the maritime environment.
• GSL signed a Rs 583 crore contract on 22nd June 2021, to build 2 state-of-the-art PCVs for
ICG.
• The vessel Samudra Pratap is 114.5 meters (m) long, 16.5 m wide, and displaces 4170
Tonnes (T). The Ship will be manned by 14 Officers and 115 Sailors.
• This advanced PCV has an Indigenous content of over 60%. It is designed for oil spill
response operations in the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) and beyond.

2. Name the project that was recently (in August ‘24) launched by the Indian Army to provide
support and services to Defence pensioners, veterans, and their families.
1) Nexus
2) PARI
3) Yojak
4) NAMAN
5) Digital Shakti
Answer- 4) NAMAN
Explanation:
The Indian Army (IA) has launched the first phase of Project NAMAN to provide support and
services to Defence pensioners, veterans, and their families.

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 • The project was launched in the presence of General Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army
Staff (COAS) of the IA along with Sunita Dwivedi, President of the Army Wives Welfare
Association (AWWA).
• Project NAMAN focuses on the implementation of the System for Pension Administration
Raksha (SPARSH), a digital pension system that streamlines pension-related processes for
Defence Pensioners, addressing the critical need for accessible facilitation points for
Veterans and Next of Kin (NOK) throughout India.
• HDFC Bank has given the necessary Information Technology (IT) infrastructure to make the
CSCs operational, while local military stations have contributed essential physical
infrastructure and facilities.

3. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) signed an airframer contract with SAFHAL
Helicopter Engines Private Limited to develop and supply a helicopter engine named
“Aravalli”?
1) Adani Defence & Aerospace
2) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
3) Signaltron Systems Private Limited
4) Defence Research and Development Organisation
5) Bharat Electronics Limited
Answer- 2) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Explanation:
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), a Navaratna Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the
Ministry of Defence (MoD), and SAFHAL Helicopter Engines Private Limited (SAFHAL) signed an
airframer contract, to commence joint design, development, manufacture, supply, and support of a
new generation high-power engine named “Aravalli”.
• The Aravalli engine will power the 13-ton Medium Lift class Indian Multi-Role Helicopter
(IMRH), and the Deck-Based Multi-Role Helicopter (DBMRH), both designed and developed
by HAL.
• The engine is named after the Aravalli Mountain Range (AMR), symbolising India’s
aspirations for self-reliance in critical engine technologies.
• SAFHAL is a Joint Venture (JV) between Safran Helicopter Engines SAS and HAL, focused on
new-generation helicopter engines in India.

4. Name the Bilateral Naval Exercise between India and France that was held in the
Mediterranean Sea from 2nd to 4th September 2024.
1) Exercise SHAKTI
2) JIMEX-24
3) Exercise Pitch Black
4) Exercise VARUNA
5) Exercise Garuda
Answer- 4) Exercise VARUNA
Explanation:
The Indian Navy’s (IN) P-8I aircraft has arrived at Air Base 125 Istres-Le Tube in France, marking its
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French Bilateral Naval Exercise.
The Exercise was conducted in the Mediterranean Sea from 2nd to 4th September 2024.
• This deployment follows 63 years after the IN’s Alize aircraft operated from the erstwhile
Indian Naval Ship (INS) Vikrant and last flew at Hyeres Airbase.
• The VARUNA 2024 will feature advanced tactical drills, highlighting the strengthened
synergy and interoperability between the 2 navies.
• INS Tabar, which had earlier arrived in Toulon, France is also participating in the exercise.
• The 21st edition of this bilateral exercise was conducted on the Western Seaboard from 16
to 20 January 2023.

5. Name the aerospace company that has recently (in September ‘24) achieved the successful
maiden flight of India's first Indigenous unmanned bomber aircraft, the FWD 200B.
1) Azista BST Aerospace Private Limited
2) Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace
3) Adani Defence and Aerospace
4) Ikran Aerospace and Technologies Private Limited
5) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Answer- 2) Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace
Explanation:
Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA), a defence and aerospace
company, announced the successful maiden flight of India's first Indigenous unmanned bomber
aircraft, the FWD 200B.
• The aircraft is classified as a Medium Altitude Long Endurance (MALE) Unmanned Aerial
Vehicle (UAV).
• FWD 200B features a wingspan of 5 meters (m) and a length of 3.5 m.
• It has a maximum take-off weight of 102 kilograms (kg) and a payload capacity of 30 kg.
It can fly at a cruising speed of 152 km per hour, with a maximum speed of 250 km per hour.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) launched Sentinel-2C Satellite Aboard Last
Vega Rocket for Environmental Monitoring?
1) SpaceX
2) ASELSAN
3) Blue Origin
4) Arianespace
5) HyImpulse
Answer- 4) Arianespace
Explanation:
Arianespace, France based space transportation company, has successfully launched the last Vega
launcher (VV24 mission) carrying the third Copernicus Sentinel-2 (Sentinel-2C) satellite, into Sun-
synchronous orbit (SSO) at an altitude of 775 kilometres(km).
• The mission was launched from the Guiana Space Center, French Guiana on 4th September
2024.

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 • This will serve as the Earth observation component of the European Union (EU)’s Space
Program, which will provide crucial environmental data for the planet.
• This flight (VV24) was the last and 20th successful launch of Vega. This will be replaced by the
upgraded Vega-C launcher, which is expected to return to flight by the end of 2024.
• The Sentinel-2 mission is the result of close collaboration between ESA, the European
Commission, industry, service providers, and data users.

SPORTS

1. Which organisation has recently (in August 2024) signed an MoU with the United World
Wrestling (UWW) to develop wrestling in India?
1) Indian Olympic Association
2) Wrestling Federation Of India
3) Sports Authority of India
4) International Olympic Committee
5) Inspire Institute of Sport
Answer- 5)Inspire Institute of Sport
Explanation:
The Inspire Institute of Sport (IIS) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the
United World Wrestling (UWW) to boost the sport of wrestling in India.
• The MoU was signed during the 2024 Paris Olympic Games, at the Wrestling House in
Paris, France.
• The MoU aims to set up a collaborative framework for developing wrestling in India
through a variety of mutually beneficial programs, initiatives, projects, and activities.

2. Who won the Formula One (F1) Italian Grand Prix (GP) 2024 held at the Autodromo
Nazionale Monza in Monza, Italy?
1) Charles Leclerc
2) Lando Norris
3) Lewis Hamilton
4) Max Verstappen
5) Oscar Piastri
Answer- 1) Charles Leclerc
Explanation:
Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, a Monacan racing driver, won the Formula One (F1) Italian Grand Prix
(GP) 2024 (officially known as the F1 Pirelli Gran Premio D’Italia 2024) held at the Autodromo
Nazionale Monza in Monza, Italy. This victory marks Leclerc’s 2nd Italian GP title. He previously won
the Italian GP title in 2019.
• With this, Leclerc has achieved 7 GP titles, 25 pole positions, 9 fastest laps and 38 podiums
in F1.
• McLaren’s Oscar Piastri (Australia) finished 2nd followed by McLaren’s Lando Norris
(the United Kingdom -UK) in the 3rd position.
• The 94th edition of the Italian GP (2024) was the 16th round of the 2024 F1 World
Championship.

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3. Who has recently (in August ‘24) won the National Chess Championship 2024 held in
Gurugram, Haryana?
1) Karthik Venkataraman
2) Shyam Nikhil
3) Arjun Erigaisi
4) Divya Deshmukh
5) Praggnanandhaa
Answer- 1) Karthik Venkataraman
Explanation:
Grandmaster (GM) Karthik Venkataraman from Andhra Pradesh(AP) won the National Chess
Championship 2024, the 61st edition of the annual national chess championship of India, held at
Rao Pahlad Singh (RPS) International School, in Sector 89, Gurugram, Haryana.
• GM Ganguly Surya Shekhar finished 2nd while International Master (IM) Neelash Saha
finished 3rd.
• The championship, organised by the Haryana Chess Association under the aegis of the All
India Chess Federation (AICF), was held from the 17th to 27th August 2024.
• The tournament boasting a prize fund of Rs 30 lakhs brought together 341 players from all
across India.
• With this victory, Karthik qualified for the Fédération Internationale des Échecs’s (FIDE)
Chess World Cup, which will take place in 2025.

4. Name the football club team that recently (in August 2024) won their maiden Durand Cup at
the 133rd Indian Oil Durand Cup (2024) held in Kolkata, West Bengal(WB).
1) NorthEast United Football Club
2) Mohun Bagan Super Giant
3) Mumbai City Football Club
4) Kerala Blasters Football Club
5) East Bengal Football Club
Answer- 1) NorthEast United Football Club
Explanation:
NorthEast United Football Club (NEUFC) won their first ever Durand Cup title by defeating
defending champions Mohun Bagan Super Giant (MBSG) 4-3 in a penalty shootout at the 133rd
Indian Oil Durand Cup (2024), which was held at the Vivekananda Yuba Bharati Krirangan (VYBK)
in Kolkata, West Bengal (WB).
• The winning team NEUFC was awarded the cash prize of Rs 60 lakhs while the runners-up
MBSG was awarded the cash prize of Rs 30 lakhs.
• Kerala Blasters FC forward Noah Sadaoui won the Golden Boot Award as the tournament’s
top scorer with 6 goals. He received a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh.
• NEUFC Goalkeeper, Gurmeet Singh won the Golden Glove Award, with 3 clean sheets in 4
matches and 2 crucial penalty saves in the final. He received a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh.
• NEUFC’s Jithin MS won the Golden Ball Award for scoring 4 goals and providing 3 assists. He
received a cash prize of Rs 5 lakh.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS

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 OBITUARY

1. Name the renowned Indian lawyer who passed away in August 2024.
1) Srinivas Hedge
2) Surjit Singh Hunjan
3) Maguni Charan Kuanr
4) Narayanan Vaghul
5) Abdul Ghafoor Majeed Noorani
Answer- 5) Abdul Ghafoor Majeed Noorani
Explanation:
Abdul Ghafoor Majeed Noorani, (popularly known as A. G. Noorani) a renowned Constitutional
expert, a distinguished lawyer, and author passed away at the age of 94 in Mumbai, Maharashtra. He
was born on 16th September 1930 in Bombay (now Mumbai), British India.
• He began his career in 1953 as an advocate and practiced for over 4 decades in the Bombay
High Court (BHC) and the Supreme Court of India (SCI).
• He started writing in the 1960s and authored several books, including “The Rashtriya
Swayamsevak Sangh (RSS): A Menace to India” (2019); “The Kashmir Dispute 1947-2012”
(2014); “Article 370: A Constitutional History of Jammu and Kashmir” (2011), among
others.
• He has also authored the biographies of Badruddin Tyabji, the 1st Indian barrister Judge of
the BHC, and Dr Zakir Husain Khan, the 3rd President of India (1967-1969).

2. Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, the king of the Māori tribe of__________________
(country), passed away in August 2024.
1) New Zealand
2) Canada
3) United States of America
4) Malawi
5) Timor-Leste
Answer- 1) New Zealand
Explanation:
Kiingi Tuheitia Pootatau Te Wherowhero VII, the King of the Maori tribe in New Zealand, has
passed away at the age of 69 after an 18-year reign. He was born in 1955 in Huntly, New Zealand.
i.He was crowned as the King of the Maori on 21st August 2006 succeeding his mother Queen Dame
Te Atairangikaahu.
ii.He was the 7th monarch in the Kīngitanga, the Maori King movement founded in 1858 with the aim
of uniting New Zealand’s Indigenous Maori under a single sovereign.

IMPORTANT DAYS

1. When was the United Nations (UN)’s International Day for People of African Descent
annually observed across the globe?
1) May 28
2) June 29

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3) July 28
4) August 31
5) April 18
Answer- 4) August 31
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day for People of African Descent is annually observed
across the globe on 31st August to celebrate the remarkable contributions of the African diaspora
worldwide and eliminate all forms of discrimination against people of African descent.
• 31st August 2024 marks the 4th observance of International Day for People of African
Descent.
• The first-ever International Day for People of African Descent was observed on 31 August
2021.
• The efforts to create the International Day for People of African Descent were under the
initiatives of Costa Rica, a Central American country. Click here to read more

2. When was the National Nutrition Week (NNW) annually observed across India?
1) 25th to 31st May
2) 3rd to 9th June
3) 1st to 7th September
4) 24th to 30th June
5) 24th to 30th August
Answer- 3) 1st to 7th September
Explanation:
National Nutrition Week (NNW) is annually observed across India from September 1 to 7, to
educate people about the importance of proper nutrition and balanced diet, and promote healthy
eating habits and lifestyle choices.
• This annual event aims to tackle malnutrition and educate the public on the vital role of
balanced nutrition in maintaining health and preventing diseases.
• The first NNW was observed from 1st to 7th September 1982.
• The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) launched the 7th Rashtriya
Poshan Maah (National Nutrition Month) on 31 August 2024 from Mahatma Mandir,
Gandhinagar, Gujarat.Click here to read more

3. When was the World Coconut Day annually observed across the globe?
1) August 25
2) September 2
3) June 18
4) July 29
5) June 1
Answer- 2) September 2
Explanation:
World Coconut Day is annually observed across the globe on 2 September to highlight the
importance of coconuts and their contributions to agriculture, industry, cuisine, etc.
• The 2024 theme of World Coconut Day is, “Coconut for a Circular Economy: Building
Partnership for Maximum Value.”

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 • The Day marks the foundation of the International Coconut Community (ICC), (formerly the
Asian and Pacific Coconut Community (APCC), in 1969, with India as a founding
member.Click here to read more

4. Which day is annually observed as National Teachers’ Day across India?

1) July 1
2) June 12
3) May 7
4) November 14
5) September 5
Answer- 5)September 5
Explanation:
National Teachers’ Day is annually observed across India on 5 September to commemorate the
birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, a great philosopher and scholar,
who served as the 1st Vice-President and the 2nd President of Independent India.
• The day honours and recognises the dedication, hard work, and exceptional contributions of
teachers to education and our society.
• The 1st National Teachers’ Day was observed on 5 September 1962, the 77th birth
anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.
• On the occasion of National Teachers’ Day 2024, President Droupadi Murmu conferred the
National Teachers’ Award 2024 (NTA 2024) to 82 recipients, at Vigyan Bhawan, in New
Delhi, Delhi.Click here to read more

5. Which day is annually observed as the United Nations’ International Day of Charity across
the globe?
1) July 6
2) June 5
3) May 5
4) September 5
5) August 9
Answer- 4) September 5
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Charity is annually observed across the globe on 5th
September to raise awareness about the importance of charity in alleviating humanitarian crises and
human suffering and promoting social responsibility.
• The Day also aims to sensitise and mobilise people, Non-Governmental Organisations
(NGOs), and stakeholders worldwide to help others through volunteer and philanthropic
activities.
• The day also commemorates the death anniversary of Nobel Peace Prize winner Mother
Teresa.Click here to read more

6. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) declared 20th August of every year as Sootea
Day to honour the region's role in India’s Independence movement?
1) Haryana
2) Karnataka

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3) Assam
4) Uttarakhand
5) Maharashtra
Answer- 3) Assam
Explanation:
Himanta Biswa Sarma, Chief Minister (CM) of Assam, announced that 20th August of every year will
be officially celebrated across as Sootea Diwas (Sootea Day) to recognise the importance of the
region in the Freedom movement.
• The first ever official Sootea Diwas will be celebrated on 20th August 2025.
• On 20th August 1942, People of Sootea led by late Biman Chandra Bora hoisted the National
flag at the Sootea Police Station.
• This was the first time in India wherein the tricolour flag was hoisted lowering the Union
Jack.

ENVIRONMENT

1. Which of the following cannibal spiders was recently (in August ‘24) discovered by the
Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) researchers in the Western Ghats?
A) Mimetus Spinatus
B) Mimetus Parvulus
C) Mimetus Habrocestum
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B
Explanation:
A team of researchers from the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI) have discovered ‘Mimetus Spinatus’
and ‘Mimetus Parvulus’, two new species of cannibal spiders in the Western Ghats, a biodiversity
hotspot.
• These species were found in Mookambika Wildlife Sanctuary, Karnataka and Ernakulam
district of Kerala.
• The research findings have been published in the Zootaxa journal which is published by
Magnolia Press, New Zealand.
• Mimetus spinatus is distinguished by its medium size, dull grey-white abdomen with
scattered light green mottling and pale yellow head.
• Mimetus Parvulus is characterised by its pale creamy-rose head with extensive grey-black
mottling and a triangular-shaped, dull grey-white abdomen covered in many tubercles.
• Both Species belong to the spider family ‘Mimetidae’, commonly known as pirate or
cannibal spiders due to their unique predatory behaviour.
• There are now three species of Mimetus spiders in India; all three were discovered in the
southern region of India. The first Mimetus spider was found 118 years ago (i.e. Mimetus
indicus).

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2. Name the New species of jumping spider that was recently (in September 2024) identified
from the lower Palani hills of Tamil Nadu.
1) Ligdus Garvale
2) Dendrophthoe longensis
3) Carrhotus piperus
4) Habrocestum swaminathan
5) Carrhotus viduus
Answer- 3) Carrhotus piperus
Explanation:
A new species of jumping spider named ‘Carrhotus piperus’ has been discovered in the lower Palani
Hills in Dindigul District, Tamil Nadu (TN). This discovery raises the total number of known
Carrhotus species in India to 10, with 37 globally.
• The detailed research findings have been published in the Journal of Insect Biodiversity and
Systematics (JIBS), an international peer-reviewed journal of Tarbiat Modares University
(TMU) Press (Tehran, Iran).
• The specific epithet, ‘piperus’, is derived from the plant’s generic name, signifying the
spider’s distinctive habitat.
• The spider is distinguished from its closely related species by its distinctive prolateral
protrusion and beak-shaped embolus.

APP and WEB PORTAL

1. Which ministry has recently (in September 2024) launched the new Notary Portal which
facilitates an online interface between the notaries and the Government for different services?
1) Ministry of Women and Child Development
2) Ministry of Law and Justice
3) Ministry of Jal Shakti
4) Ministry of Science and Technology
5) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Answer- 2) Ministry of Law and Justice
Explanation:
On 3rd September 2024, Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge-IC) Arjun Ram
Meghwal, Ministry of Law and Justice (MoL&J), launched the new Notary Portal
(https://notary.gov.in/) in function organised by Department of Law and Justice (DoL&J) in New
Delhi, Delhi.
• The Notary Portal facilitates an online interface between the notaries and the Government
for different services like submission of applications for appointment as notaries, issuance
and renewal of Certificates of Practice (CoP), change of practice area, submission of annual
returns, among others.
• The portal removes the requirement of submitting applications/requests in physical mode
by the Central Notaries.
• They can submit their applications online; track its progress; and download digitally signed
CoP from their digilocker accounts.
• It was launched in association with the National Informatics Centre (NIC). It is designed and
developed with different modules which will be rolled out in phases.

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 CURRENT STATIC BANKING

1. Who is the current (As of August ‘24) President of Moody’s Ratings?

1) Fernando Arias
2) Michael West
3) Grethel Aguilar
4) Mathias Jonas
5) Alvaro Lario
Answer- 2) Michael West
Explanation:
About Moody’s Ratings:
President- Michael West
Headquarters- New York, the United States of America (USA)
Founded – 1909

2. In Which year, the Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL) was established?
1) 1975
2) 2019
3) 2004
4) 1987
5) 1999
Answer-5) 1999
Explanation:
About the Central Depository Services (India) Limited (CDSL):
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) – Nehal Vora
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established – 1999

3. India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has celebrated its _____ Foundation Day on 2nd September
2024.
1) 5th
2) 6th
3) 7th
4) 8th
5) 9th
Answer- 3) 7th
Explanation:
India Post Payments Bank (IPPB) has celebrated its 7th Foundation Day on 2nd September 2024.
About India Post Payments Bank-
Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) – R. Viswesvaran
Headquarters: New Delhi, Delhi
Establishment – 2018
Tagline – Aapka Bank, Aapke Dwaar

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4. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Department of Posts,
Tamil Nadu postal circle to provide registered post services?
1) ICICI Bank
2) Yes Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) HDFC Bank
5) Karur Vysya Bank
Answer- 4) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
The Department of Posts, Tamil Nadu postal circle, has signed a memorandum of understanding
(MoU) with HDFC Bank to provide registered post services specifically designed for bulk customers.
• It aims to enhance the efficiency of handling high-volume Registered post mails thereby
providing superior service to major organisations across the country.

5. Which company has recently (in August ‘24) had a partnership with agritech platform
‘Gramophone’ to enable agricultural inputs and credit access for 2 million farmers in India?
1) Discover
2) Capital One
3) Mastercard
4) Visa
5) American Express
Answer- 3) Mastercard
Explanation:
Mastercard has partnered with Gramophone, an agritech platform, to provide 2 million smallholder
farmers with access to agricultural inputs on the Mastercard Community Pass platform in India.
• It aims to facilitate offline payments for farmers in rural and remote areas through the
Community Pass financial inclusion card.
• Gramophone also plans to enable its existing 5,00,000 farmers with offline payment options
and credit facilities.
• This initiative is designed to support rural transactions, increase income, and expand digital
resources in agriculture.

6. In September 2024, Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) app partnered with ____________
(fintech company) to offer prepaid mobile phone recharge services on the platform.
1) Fiserv
2) REPAY
3) Infibeam Avenue
4) Comviva
5) Zeta
Answer- 3) Infibeam Avenue
Explanation:
On 4th September 2024, Fintech company Infibeam Avenues Limited partnered with India's Bharat
Interface for Money (BHIM) app to let users recharge their prepaid mobile phones directly through
the platform. This new feature adds to BHIM's existing service of post-paid mobile bill payments,
making it more convenient for millions of users.

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 • The partnership is powered by BillAvenue, Infibeam's utility payment platform, and also
involves integrating BHIM as a payment option within Infibeam's CCAvenue Payment Gateway.
• BHIM will now be a featured payment method for the many merchants using CCAvenue,
simplifying payments for both BHIM users and merchants.

7. Which healthtech company has recently (in September ‘24) had partnership with the
Development Bank of Singapore Limited (DBS) Bank India to strengthen cybersecurity for
Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs)?
1) Visit
2) Onsurity
3) SecureNow
4) Paz Care
5) Riskcovry
Answer- 2) Onsurity
Explanation:
On 4th September 2024, Bengaluru-based employee healthtech company, Onsurity, partnered with
Development Bank of Singapore Limited (DBS) Bank India to offer CyberSure, a comprehensive
cyber protection plan tailored for owners of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) across India.
• Onsurity is focused on bringing healthcare benefits to India’s SMEs, start-ups, and large
enterprises. Onsurity’s Cyber Insurance is designed to provide SME businesses with robust
protection against online threats.
• SMEs often lack the resources and expertise to implement robust digital protection measures.
CyberSure offers a suite of value-added benefits, with a sum insured of Rs 10,000 per
customer. DBS Bank India will cover the cost of the first month for 10,000 eligible SME
owners.

8. In Which year, Yes Bank was established?

1) 2000
2) 2002
3) 2004
4) 2010
5) 2012
Answer- 3) 2004
Explanation:
About Yes Bank Limited:
Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO) – Prashant Kumar
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established – 2004

9. When was Axis Bank Limited established?

1) 1990
2) 1992
3) 1993
4) 1996
5) 1998

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Answer- 3) 1993
Explanation:
About Axis Bank Limited:
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Amitabh Chaudhry
Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra
Tagline– Badhti Ka Naam Zindagi
Establishment– 1993

10. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive
Officer (CEO) of Bank Of India (BOI)?
1) Matam Venkata Rao
2) Rajneesh Karnatak
3) Nidhu Saxena
4) Shanti Lal Jain
5) Amitabh Chaudhry
Answer- 2) Rajneesh Karnatak
Explanation:
About the Bank Of India (BOI):
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Rajneesh Karnatak
Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established– 1906
Tagline– Relationship Beyond Banking

11. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Reserve Bank
Innovation Hub (RBIH)?
1) Rajnish Kumar
2) Sanjay Agarwal
3) Ramesh Babu
4) Rajesh Bansal
5) Ashwani Kumar
Answer- 4) Rajesh Bansal
Explanation:
About the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH):
RBIH was established in 2021 as a wholly owned subsidiary of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI),
focused on promoting innovation in the financial sector.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Rajesh Bansal
Headquarters– Bengaluru, Karnataka

12. Which small finance bank has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with the fintech
platform ‘Tarakki’ to develop and offer digital fixed deposits?
1) AU Small Finance Bank
2) Suryoday Small Finance Bank
3) Equitas Small Finance Bank
4) Utkarsh Small Finance Bank
5) ESAF Small Finance Bank

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Answer- 2) Suryoday Small Finance Bank
Explanation:
Suryoday Small Finance Bank (SSFB) has partnered with Tarrakki, a fintech platform, to develop
and offer digital fixed deposits.
• Through this relationship, Tarrakki will assist in developing tech products that surpass older
systems, allowing SSFB to swiftly onboard new customers and offer digital fixed deposit
products.
• This collaboration will take the shape of software development kits (SDKs) and white-label
services.

CA STATIC GK

1. Which Information technology (IT) firm working on a project called ‘Morni’ to develop an AI
model that understands and represents 125 Indian languages and dialects?
1) Google
2) Microsoft
3) Amazon
4) Meta
5) Nvidia
Answer-1) Google
Explanation:
Google DeepMind’s India unit working on a project called Morni, aiming to develop an AI model that
understands and represents 125 Indian languages and dialects.
• To solve the problem of not having enough language data, Google has launched Project Vaani,
in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Science (IISc) and ARTPARK (Artificial Intelligence
& Robotics Technology Park) in 2022.

2. Which city is set to host the 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey tournament?
1) Mumbai, Maharashtra
2) Rajgir, Bihar
3) Ranchi, Jharkhand
4) Rourkela, Odisha
5) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 2) Rajgir, Bihar
Explanation:
Rajgir in Bihar is set to host the 2024 Women’s Asian Champions Trophy Hockey tournament.

3. Name the Indian athlete who was recently (in August ‘24 honored at the INS Satavahana, the
Indian Navy’s submarine training establishment
1) Avani Lekhara
2) PV Sindhu
3) Vinesh Phogat
4) Jyothi Yarraji
5) Preeti Pal
Answer- 4) Jyothi Yarraji

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Explanation:
INS Satvahana, under the Eastern Naval Command, honored Indian athlete Jyothi Yarraji for her
groundbreaking achievement as the first female Olympic hurdler from India.
• Jyothi became the first Indian athlete ever to represent India in the women's 100 m hurdles
event.
• INS Satavahana is the premier submarine training establishment of the Indian Navy.
• It imparts professional multi-level training to officers and sailors of the Indian Navy in the field
of Submarine Warfare.

4. Which city will host the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
(UNESCO) General Assembly in 2025?
1) Brussels, Belgium
2) Geneva, Switzerland.
3) Berlin, Germany
4) Samarkand, Uzbekistan
5) New Delhi, India
Answer- 4) Samarkand, Uzbekistan
Explanation:
Samarkand in Uzbekistan will host the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural
Organization (UNESCO)General Assembly (GA) in 2025.
• It will be the first time since 1985 that the UNESCO GA was held outside Paris(France). In 1985,
UNESCO General Assembly was held in Sofia, Bulgaria.
• Samarkand's unique historical monuments are inscribed on the UNESCO World Heritage List
• The UNESCO General Assembly is a key event in which representatives of Member States
debate current issues in the fields of education, science, culture and communication. The
Assembly plays an important role in shaping UNESCO’s global policy, developing new
initiatives and creating international standards.

5. In August 2024, India launched its first survey of high-risk glacial lakes in Tawang and
Dibang Valley of ___________.
1) Himachal Pradesh
2) Ladakh
3) Arunachal Pradesh
4) Sikkim
5) Uttarakhand
Answer- 3) Arunachal Pradesh
Explanation:
India launched its first survey of high-risk glacial lakes in Tawang and Dibang Valley, Arunachal
Pradesh.
• It is led by the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA). It is part of the National
Glacial Lake Outburst Flood (GLOF) Mission.
• The survey aims to assess risks and feasibility for early warning systems and other preventive
measures.
• It will evaluate lake accessibility, geo coordinates, boundaries, elevation, and land use patterns
to install early warning systems and weather stations.

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6. Who is the current (As of August ‘24) Vice-Chairperson of the NITI Aayog?
1) Nina Singh
2) Parminder Chopra
3) Shashi Kumar Singh
4) Ananthakrishnan
5) Suman Bery
Answer- 5) Suman Bery
Explanation:
About NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India):
Chairperson- Narendra Modi (Prime Minister of India)
Vice-Chairperson- Suman Bery
Headquarters- New Delhi, Delhi
Established- 2015

7. In August 2024, India won 4 medals at the Deaf Shooting Championship in

___________(Country).
1) Japan
2) Italy
3) France
4) China
5) Germany
Answer- 5) Germany
Explanation:
India secured 4 medals: 1 gold, 2 silver, and 1 bronze at the Deaf Shooting Championship in Hanover,
Germany.
• Anuya Prasad won gold in the Women’s 10m Air Pistol event.
• Abhinav Deshwal earned silver in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol and, alongside Shubham Vashist
and Chetan Sapkal, in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol Team event.
• Shubham Vashist also won bronze in the Men’s 10m Air Pistol.

8. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG)?
1) Heeralal Samariya
2) Girish Chandra Murmu
3) R. Venkataramani
4) Atul Karwal
5) Gurdeep Singh
Answer- 2) Girish Chandra Murmu
Explanation:
About the Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG):
The CAG of India is a supreme audit institution of India, established by Article 148 of the Constitution
of India. CAG is appointed by the President of India.
CAG – Girish Chandra Murmu
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1858

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9. Which is the capital of the Saudi Arabia?
1) Riyadh
2) Damascus
3) Abu Dhabi
4) Doha
5) Baghdad
Answer- 1) Riyadh
Explanation:
About Saudi Arabia:
Prime Minister (PM) – Mohammed bin Salman Al Saud
Capital – Riyadh
Currency – Saudi Riyal

10. In which state Panna Tiger Reserve is located?

1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Uttar Pradesh
3) Bihar
4) Jharkhand
5) West Bengal
Answer- 1) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
About Madhya Pradesh (MP):
Governor– Mangubhai C. Patel
Chief Minister– Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Singhori Wildlife Sanctuary, Son Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary, Veerangana
Durgavati Wildlife Sanctuary
Tiger Reserve – Panna Tiger Reserve, Sanjay Tiger Reserve

11. In which state Koundinya Wildlife Sanctuary is located?

1) Kerala
2) Andhra Pradesh
3) Karnataka
4) West Bengal
5) Odisha
Answer- 2) Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
Koundinya wildlife sanctuary is located in Palamner - Kuppam forest ranges of Chittoor district of
Andhra Pradesh.
i. This Sanctuary comes under Project elephant - a Countrywide Elephant Conservation Project taken
up by the Government of India. Uniqueness: The only home for Asiatic elephants in the State of
Andhra Pradesh.

12. In which state Okhla Bird Sanctuary is located?

1) Rajasthan
2) Assam

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3) Uttar Pradesh
4) West Bengal
5) Madhya Pradesh
Answer- 3) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
About Uttar Pradesh:
Chief Minister (CM)- Yogi Adityanath
Governor- Anandiben Pate
Bird Sanctuary– Nawabganj Bird Sanctuary, Okhla Bird Sanctuary, Sur Sarovar (Keetham) Bird
Sanctuary
Dance Forms - Ramlila, Braj Raslila, Charkula

13. In Which year, the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF) was established?
1) 1954
2) 1949
3) 1985
4) 1998
5) 1969
Answer- 5) 1969
Explanation:
About the Central Industrial Security Force (CISF):
The CISF is a Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) of India under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).
Director General (DG) – Rajwinder Singh Bhatti
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1969

14. When did the Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance (DGAQA) celebrate its
71st Raising Day?
1) August 29
2) August 30
3) August 31
4) September 1
5) September 2
Answer- 3) August 31
Explanation:
On August 31, 2024, Directorate General of Aeronautical Quality Assurance (DGAQA) celebrated its
71st Raising Day at Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) Bhawan, New Delhi.
• DGAQA emphasised the importance of advanced QA techniques to keep pace with Global
Aeronautical practices, terming it as the need of the hour to realise the vision of
‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’.
• It released the Approval of a Firm and its Quality Management System Issue-III:2024 which
provides autonomy to Indian industries in military aviation towards ease of doing business.

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15. Which Indian state recently (in August ‘24) passed a Bill to increase the minimum age of
marriage for women from 18 to 21 years?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Gujarat
3) Rajasthan
4) Assam
5) Himachal Pradesh
Answer- 5) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
In August 2024, The Himachal Pradesh Assembly passed the Prohibition of Child Marriage (Himachal
Pradesh Amendment) Bill, 2024.
• The Bill proposed to raise the minimum age of marriage for women from 18 to 21 years.

16. In Which country, the Atacama salt flat located?

1) Peru
2) Bolivia
3) Chile
4) Colombia
5) Argentina
Answer- 3) Chile
Explanation:
According to a new study, Chile’s Atacama salt flat is sinking at a rate of 1 to 2 centimetres per year
due to lithium brine extraction.
• Lithium brine extraction is a process in which salt-rich water is pumped to the surface and into
a series of evaporation ponds to eventually obtain lithium.
• Argentina, Chile, and Bolivia form the “Lithium Triangle” and account for more than half of
the world’s total lithium resources.

17. In August 2024, the Government of India(GoI) banned _______ fixed-dose combination (FDC)
drugs.
1) 208
2) 156
3) 175
4) 182
5) 194
Answer- 2) 156
Explanation:
In August 2024, the Government of India(GoI) banned 156 fixed-dose combination (FDC) drugs.
• FDCs are medications that come in the form of a single pill, capsule, or shot and contain
multiple active ingredients, which are chemical components in medications that influence the
body.
• FDCs reduce the number of pills the patient needs to take each day, and help improve
adherence to the treatment.

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18. Which university will become the first international university to set up a campus in India
under the University Grants Commission (Setting up and Operation of Campuses of Foreign
Higher Educational Institutions in India) Regulations, 2023, notified in November 2024?
1) University of Glasgow
2) University of Bristol
3) University of Oxford
4) University of Cambridge
5) University of Southampton
Answer- 5) University of Southampton
Explanation:
The University of Southampton will become the first international university to set up a campus in
India under the University Grants Commission (UGC)(Setting up and Operation of Campuses
of Foreign Higher Educational Institutions in India) Regulations, 2023, notified in November 2024.
• The University Grants Commission (UGC) issued a Letter of Intent (LoI) to the University of
Southampton in New Delhi.

19. Which Indian athlete has recently (in August ‘24) won the silver medal at the 'Asian Cadet
Judo Championships'
1) Jaanvi Yadav
2) Asmita Dey
3) Shraddha Chopade
4) Himanshi Tokas
5) Roshni Devi Laishram
Answer- 4) Himanshi Tokas
Explanation:
On August 31, 2024, Himanshi Tokas won a silver medal at the Asian Cadet and Junior Judo
Championships, which took place in Mungyeong, South Korea.
• Himashi competed in the Women’s 63-kilogram event.

20. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) signed a MoU with Grameen Foundation to
enhance financial inclusion across India with a focus on covering underserved communities?
1) Protean eGov Technologies Limited
2) Adani Green Energy Limited
3) Shriram Capital Limited
4) Uncia Technologies Private Limited
5) Digivriddhi Technologies Private Limited
Answer- 1) Protean eGov Technologies Limited
Explanation:
On 30 August 2024, Grameen Foundation for Social Impact (GFSI) and Protean eGov Technologies
Limited signed a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to enhance financial inclusion
across India, with a focus on covering the underserved communities.
• It aims to leverage technology to transform agent-based networks, enabling Business
Correspondents (BCs) to deliver a diversified range of financial and non-financial services.

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 • This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the journey towards financial inclusion,
paving the way for innovative solutions that will allow communities and transform lives across
India.

21. Which State has recently (in August ‘24) signed a MoU with EFS Facilities Services Group
Limited for overseas placements of the youths?
1) Assam
2) Himachal Pradesh
3) Haryana
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) West Bengal
Answer- 2) Himachal Pradesh
Explanation:
The Himachal Pradesh government and a Dubai-based EFS Facilities Services Group Limited,
signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for overseas placements of the youths of the state in
the presence of Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu.
• The MoU was signed by Deputy Director (Employment) Sandeep Thakur on behalf of the
government and EFS Facilities Services Group Limited Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Tariq
Chauhan.
• The State Government was committed to provide employment and self employment
opportunities to the youth of the State and over 31000 posts.

22. Who is the current (As of September ‘24) Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)?
1) Agnishwar Jayaprakash
2) Atul Dinkar Rane
3) Ashish Rajvanshi
4) T. Suvarna Raju
5) C.B. Ananthakrishnan
Answer- 5) C.B. Ananthakrishnan
Explanation:
About the Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL):
Chairman and Managing Director (CMD)– C.B. Ananthakrishnan (Additional Charge)
Headquarters– Bengaluru, Karnataka
Founded– 1940

23. Russian _______ is the currency of Russia.

1) Pound
2) Dram
3) Krone
4) Ruble
5) Manat
Answer- 4) Ruble

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Explanation:
About Russia:
Capital– Moscow
President– Vladimir Putin
Currency– Russian Ruble

24. Who is the current (As of September ‘24) Surveyor General of India?
1) Asit Saha
2) Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana
3) Yadubir Singh Rawat
4) Dhriti Banerjee
5) Swarna Subba Rao
Answer- 2) Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana
Explanation:
About the Survey Of India (SOI):
Surveyor General of India– Hitesh Kumar S. Makwana
Headquarters– Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Founded– 1767

25. In which State Chandoli National Park is located?

1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Odisha
3) Maharashtra
4) Karnataka
5) Tamil Nadu
Answer- 3) Maharashtra
Explanation:
About Maharashtra:
Chief Minister (CM) – Eknath Shinde
Governor- CP Radhakrishnan,
National Parks (NPs) –Sanjay Gandhi National Park (NP), Chandoli NP

26. In which State Konark Dance Festival is celebrated?

1) Manipur
2) Orissa
3) Nagaland
4) Meghalaya
5) Odisha
Answer- 5) Odisha
Explanation:
About Odisha:
Chief Minister (CM) – Mohan Charan Majhi
Governor – Raghubar Das
Festivals – Konark Dance Festival, Mahabisuva Sankranti (Pana Sankranti)
Stadiums – DRIEMS Ground, Kalinga Stadium

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27. Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has recently (in August ‘24) opened its campus
in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates?
1) IIT Madras
2) IIT Delhi
3) IIT Bombay
4) IIT Kharagpur
5) IIT Hyderabad
Answer- 2) IIT Delhi
Explanation:
In August 2024, The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi's Abu Dhabi campus was officially
inaugurated today by Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed, Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, United Arab
Emirates(UAE).
• The establishment of the IIT campus in the UAE is a key outcome of the Vision Document
launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UAE President Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al
Nahyan in February 2022

28. In Which state, the Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary is situated?

1) Orissa
2) Meghalaya
3) Assam
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Kerala
Answer- 5) Kerala
Explanation:
About Kerala:
Chief Minister (CM) – Pinarayi Vijayan
Governor – Arif Mohammed Khan
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Aralam Wildlife Sanctuary, Malabar Wildlife Sanctuary
Airports – Trivandrum International Airport, Cochin International Airport

29. Name the world's first AI & Deep Learning-Powered Health Monitoring App that was
recently (in August ‘24) launched by Bisam Pharmaceuticals in Hyderabad, Telangana.
1) Fooducate
2) Sleep Cycle
3) Headspace
4) Apple Health
5) Quick Vitals
Answer- 5) Quick Vitals
Explanation:
On 21 August 2024, Bisam Pharmaceuticals launched the world's first Artificial Intelligence (AI)-
powered health monitoring app, "Quick Vitals," offering a groundbreaking way to monitor, check,
and map vital health data through your smartphone or tablet, in Hyderabad, Telangana.
• Quick Vitals is an ISO-certified and CDSCO-approved, advanced AI-powered and Machine
Learning-enhanced health monitoring application available on both the App Store and Play
Store.

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 • This app developed by Bisam Pharmaceuticals Pvt Ltd under the leadership of Harish Bisam,
utilizes the Photoplethysmography (PPG) technique to analyze light absorption changes due to
blood volume variations.

30. Which ministry has recently (in August ‘24) released BioE3 Policy 2024?
1) Ministry of Agriculture
2) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
3) Ministry of Science and Technology
4) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
5) Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers
Answer- 3) Ministry of Science and Technology
Explanation:
On 31 August 2024, Union Minister for Science and Technology Dr. Jitendra Singh released the
Biotechnology for Economy, Environment, and Employment (BioE3) Policy 2024 in New Delhi.
This policy will foster high-performance bio-manufacturing in India.
• He highlighted the six themes such as Bio-based chemicals and enzymes, Functional foods and
Smart proteins, Precision biotherapeutics, Climate resilient agriculture, Carbon capture & its
utilisation, and Futuristic marine & space research.
• India's bio economy increased from 10 billion USD in 2014 to over 130 billion USD in 2024,
with projections to reach 300 billion USD by 2030.

31. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) completed a vital performance test for
India’s first hydrogen train?
1) Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
2) Titagarh Rail Systems Limited
3) Rail Vikas Nigam Limited
4) Research Designs & Standards Organisation
5) RailTel Corporation of India Limited
Answer- 4) Research Designs & Standards Organisation
Explanation:
On 29 August 2024, The Research Designs & Standards Organisation (RDSO), the Research and
Development (R&D) body under the Ministry of Railways, announced that it has conducted a crucial
performance test of the fuel cell and battery systems for India’s first hydrogen train.
• The test aimed at matching the drive cycle simulation for the proposed Jind-Sonipat route,
marks the end of the stationary testing phase for the Driving Motor Coach subassemblies.
• Indian Railways is set to introduce 35 hydrogen trains under its “Hydrogen for Heritage”
initiative. Each train is estimated to cost around Rs 80 crore, with additional ground
infrastructure costs of Rs 70 crore per route.

32. In Which state, the Kudremukh National Park is situated?

1) Karnataka
2) Kerala
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Tamil Nadu
5) Maharashtra

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Answer- 1) Karnataka
Explanation:
About Karnataka:
Chief Minister (CM) – Siddaramaiah
Governor – Thawar Chand Gehlot
National Parks – Bannerghatta National Park(BNP), Kudremukh National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Brahmagiri Wildlife Sanctuary, Cauvery Wildlife Sanctuaries

33. Who is the current (As of September ‘24) Director of the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI)?
1) Vivek Gogia
2) Prakash Kumar
3) Tripti Gurha
4) Hitesh Vaidya
5) Dhriti Banerjee
Answer- 5) Dhriti Banerjee
Explanation:
About the Zoological Survey of India (ZSI):
Director – Dhriti Banerjee
Headquarters – Kolkata, West Bengal (WB)
Established – 1916

34. Sri Lankan ________ is the currency of Sri Lanka.

1) Baht
2) Rufiyaa
3) Taka
4) Rupee
5) Cent
Answer- 4) Rupee
Explanation:
About Sri Lanka:
Prime Minister (PM)- Dinesh Gunawardena
Currency– Sri Lankan Rupee
Capital– Sri Jayawardenepura Kotte (legislative capital) & Colombo (executive and judicial capital)

35. When was the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF) established?
1) 1996
2) 2002
3) 2005
4) 2007
5) 2015
Answer- 3) 2005
Explanation:
About the Central Emergency Response Fund (CERF):
CERF is one of the fastest funding instruments available to help people affected by crises.

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It is managed by United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) on behalf
of the UN Secretary-General
Chief– Michael Jensen
Established– 2005

36. Where is the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) headquarters situated?
1) Dhaka, Bangladesh
2) Manila, Philippines
3) Jakarta, Indonesia
4) Brussels, Belgium
5) Strasbourg, France
Answer- 2) Manila, Philippines
Explanation:
About Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF):
Chairperson– Cecilia L. Lazaro
President– Susanna B. Afan
Headquarters– Manila, Philippines
Establishment– 1957

37. When was the Indian Air Force (IAF) established?

1) 1923
2) 1932
3) 1942
4) 1954
5) 1964
Answer- 2) 1932
Explanation:
About the Indian Air Force (IAF):
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) – Vivek Ram Chaudhari
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1932
Motto – Touch the Sky with Glory

38. How many medals have recently (in August ‘24) India won in Under-17 World Wrestling
Championships?
1) 4
2) 5
3) 9
4) 10
5) 11
Answer- 4) 10
Explanation:
The Under-17 World Wrestling Championships 2024 took place from 19 to 25 August 2024 in
Amman, Jordan. The championship was organized by United World Wrestling. India won a total of 10
medals at the Under-17 World Wrestling Championships 2024 – 5 gold, 1 silver, and 4 bronze.

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 • At the U17 World Wrestling Championships in Istanbul last year, India had bagged one gold,
seven silver and three bronze medals.
SI.No Indian Wrestler Event Medal

1 Aditi Kumari Women’s freestyle 43kg Gold

2 Neha Sangwan Women’s freestyle 57kg Gold

3 Pulkit Women’s freestyle 65kg Gold

4 Kajal Women’s freestyle 69kg Gold

5 Mansi Lather Women’s freestyle 73kg Gold

6 Shrutika Patil Women’s freestyle 46kg Silver

7 Sainath Pardhi Greco-Roman 51kg Bronze

8 Ronak Dahiya Greco-Roman 110kg Bronze

9 Bala Raj Women’s freestyle 40kg Bronze

10 Muskan Women’s freestyle 53kg Bronze

39. Which organisation has recently (in August ‘24) launched Vulture Count 2024 aimed to
monitor and conserve India’s vulture populations?
1) Wildlife Institute of India
2) World Wildlife Fund
3) South Asian Wildlife Enforcement Network
4) National Board for Wildlife
5) Wildlife Trust of India
Answer- 2) World Wildlife Fund
Explanation:
On 30th August 2024, World Wildlife Fund (WWF)-India launched Vulture Count 2024 an initiative
that involves counting of vultures and raising awareness on the critically endangered bird species.
The launch of the initiative aimed at monitoring and conserving India’s vulture populations scheduled
from 7th September to 6th October 2024, coincides with International Vulture Awareness Day,
September 7th.
• Vulture Count 2024 aims to address this crisis by systematically monitoring vulture
populations and track population trends, identify critical habitats, assess the impact of
environmental changes, and develop targeted conservation strategies and policies.

40. Which Ministry has recently (in September ‘24) extended the deadline for the National
Means cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the academic year 2024-25 to 30th
September 2024?
1) Ministry of Science and Technology
2) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

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3) Ministry of Rural Development
4) Ministry of Urban Development
5) Ministry of Education
Answer- 5) Ministry of Education
Explanation:
On 2nd September 2024, The Ministry of Education extended the deadline for the National Means
cum Merit Scholarship Scheme (NMMSS) for the academic year 2024-25. The new deadline for
submitting applications through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) is September 30, 2024.
• The deadline extension applies to both new applicants and students applying for renewal.

41. Who has recently (in August ‘24) become the oldest Indian swimmer to swim across the
English Channel?
1) Srihari Nataraj
2) Richa Mishra
3) Siddhartha Agarwal
4) Srikaanth Viswanathan
5) Aryan Nehra
Answer- 3) Siddhartha Agarwal
Explanation:
On 29th August 2024, Siddhartha Agarwal, a 49-year-old swimmer from Bengaluru, made history
by becoming the oldest Indian to swim across the English Channel (between England and France).
• Agarwal successfully navigated the 42-km stretch between England and France, completing
the swim in an impressive 15 hours and six minutes.
• Incidentally, this was the same year when Srikaanth Viswanathan, also from Bengaluru,
entered the Limca Book of Records for becoming the oldest to swim the English Channel solo at
the age of 46.

42. Who received the prestigious ‘Gender Diversity’ National Award at the Indian Steel
Association (ISA) Steel Conclave 2024?
1) Dasari Radhika
2) Sri Nagendra Nath Sinha
3) Atul Bhatt
4) Rahul Kejriwal
5) Susavan Ghosal
Answer- 1) Dasari Radhika
Explanation:
On 4th September 2024, the Indian Steel Association (ISA) presented the prestigious ‘Gender
Diversity’ National award to Dr. Dasari Radhika, Deputy General Manager (DGM) Human Resource
(HR), Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL) at the ISA Steel Conclave 2024 in New Delhi, Delhi.
• Dr. Dasari Radhika received the award in recognition of her excellent journey and efforts to
create an inclusive culture.

43. Who is the author of the book titled “A Journey from Black Gold to White Gold”?
1) Rochelle Potkar
2) Kuldeep Gupta

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3) William Dalrymple
4) Rohit Manchanda
5) Ruchir Sharma
Answer- 2) Kuldeep Gupta
Explanation:
In August 2024, Acclaimed Energy expert Kuldeep Gupta released his new book titled “A Journey
from Black Gold to White Gold”.
• The book was published by BlueRose Publishers Private Limited.
• This book tells the story of Karan, a man who started his career in the Oil & Gas Industry,
inspired by its significance during World Wars I and II.

44. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) received the Bureau of Indian
Standards (BIS) Integrated Management System (IMS) Certifications?
1) Indian Pharmaceutical Association
2) Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences
3) Indian Drug Manufacturers Association
4) Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga
5) Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy
Answer- 5) Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy
Explanation:
The Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H) under the Ministry
of Ayush has achieved the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) Integrated Management System (IMS)
Certifications.
• PCIM&H has been awarded IS/ISO 9001:2015 for Quality Management System (QMS), IS/ISO
14001:2015 for Environmental Management System (EMS) and IS/ISO 45001:2018 for
Occupational Health & Safety Management System (OHSMS).

45. Where is the headquarters of the National Test House (NTH) located?
1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
2) Kolkata, West Bengal
3) New Delhi, Delhi
4) Mumbai, Maharashtra
5) Noida, Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 2) Kolkata, West Bengal
Explanation:
About National Test House (NTH):
Director General (DG)- Dr. Alok Kumar Srivastava
Headquarters– Kolkata, West Bengal
Established – 1912

46. Who is the Director General (DG) of the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE)?
1) Shrikant Nagulpalli
2) Alok Kumar Srivastava
3) Pramod Kumar Tiwari
4) Ajay Yadav

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5) Vibha Dhawan
Answer- 1) Shrikant Nagulpalli
Explanation:
About Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE):
Director General (DG)- Shrikant Nagulpalli
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 2002

47. Where is the headquarters of the Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA)’ located?
1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
2) Kolkata, West Bengal
3) New Delhi, Delhi
4) Mumbai, Maharashtra
5) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
Explanation:
About the Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace (FWDA):
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Suhas Tejaskanda
Headquarters– Bengaluru, Karnataka
Incorporated in– 2022

48. In September 2024, the Government of India(GoI) extended the interest equalisation
scheme for exporters up to __________.
1) 31st October 2024
2) 30th November 2024
3) 30th September 2024
4) 31st December 2024
5) 30th January 2025
Answer- 3) 30th September 2024
Explanation:
In September 2024, the Government of India (GoI) extended the interest equalisation scheme on pre-
and post-shipment rupee export credit up to 30th September 2024.
• The scheme helps exporters from identified sectors and all MSME manufacturer exporters to
avail of rupee export credit at competitive rates at a time when the global economy is facing
headwinds.
• The scheme was started on April 1, 2015, and was initially valid for five years up to March 31,
2020.
• On December 8, 2023, the Union Cabinet approved an additional allocation of Rs 2,500 crore
for the continuation of the scheme up to June 30, 2024.

49. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Lieutenant Governor (LG) of Delhi?
1) Vinai Kumar Saxena
2) Manoj Sinha
3) Acharya Dev Vrat
4) Kuniyil Kailashnathan

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5) Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
Answer- 1) Vinai Kumar Saxena
Explanation:
About Delhi:
Chief Minister (CM) – Arvind Kejriwal
Lieutenant Governor (LG) – Vinai Kumar Saxena
Airport – Indira Gandhi International Airport
Festivals – Bhai Dooj Festival, Chhat Festival

50. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as Chairman-cum-Managing
Director(CMD) of the NEPA Limited?
1) Srikant Madhav Vaidya
2) Arvind Vadhera
3) Koppu Sadashiv Murthy
4) Ravi Agrawal
5) Sanjay Kumar Jain
Answer- 2) Arvind Vadhera
Explanation:
Arvind Vadhera has been appointed as Chairman-cum-Managing Director(CMD) of the NEPA
Limited, a Public Sector Undertaking(PSU) under the Ministry of Heavy Industry and Public
Enterprises.
• NEPA Limited was established in January 1947 as National Newsprint and Paper Mills
Limited.

51. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) acquired a 35 % equity stake in Exxon
Mobil Corporation's proposed world’s largest low-carbon hydrogen facility in Texas, the United
States of America(USA)?
1) ConocoPhillips
2) Equinor ASA
3) Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
4) Aramco
5) Royal Dutch Shell plc
Answer- 3) Abu Dhabi National Oil Company
Explanation:
Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) will acquire a 35 % equity stake in Exxon Mobil Corp's
proposed world’s largest low-carbon hydrogen facility in Texas, the United States of America(USA).
• The upcoming facility will convert US produced natural gas into virtually carbon-free
hydrogen, utilizing advanced carbon capture and storage technologies to remove
approximately 98% of the associated Carbon dioxide(CO2) emissions
• The facility is expected to produce up to 1 billion cubic feet of low-carbon hydrogen daily,
along with more than 1 million tons of low-carbon ammonia annually, making it the largest of
its kind globally.

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52. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) nominated its zinc roofers for the UNESCO
list of Intangible Cultural Heritage?
1) France
2) Italy
3) United Kingdom
4) Germany
5) Belgium
Answer- 1) France
Explanation:
The French culture ministry has chosen the zinc roofers as France's entry for the United Nations
Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) list of Intangible Cultural Heritage(ICH)
to be decided at the UN body’s session in Asunción,Paraguay in December 2024.
• Zinc roofers of Paris are skilled craftsmen responsible for creating and maintaining the
distinctive zinc rooftops that have become a hallmark of the city’s architectural identity.
• The UNESCO ICH list includes knowledge and skills that are passed down through generations,
such as: Oral traditions, Performing arts, Social practices, Rituals, Festive events, Traditional
crafts, and Contemporary rural and urban practices.
• In 2023, Gujarat’s popular folk dance form “Garba dance” has been inscribed in the
Representative List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by UNESCO.
• India has a total of 15 elements inscribed on the UNESCO ICH list.

53. In September 2024, two-time French Open finalist Luis Ayala of ________ (country) passed
away.
1) Brazil
2) Colombia
3) Venezuela
4) Chile
5) Argentina
Answer- 4) Chile
Explanation:
In September 2024, Chilean tennis player Luis Ayala passed away at the age of 91.
• Born in Santiago, Chile, Luis Ayala won 46 singles titles in his career.
• He was the finalist at Roland Garros (French Open) in 1958 and 1960.

54. Which country will host the ICC World Test Championship final in the year 2025?
1) Sri Lanka
2) Australia
3) United Kingdom
4) South Africa
5) India
Answer- 3) United Kingdom
Explanation:
The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that the third World Test Championship (WTC)
final will be played at Lord's Cricket Ground in London, United Kingdom (UK), from 11th to 15th
June 2025.

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55. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Managing Director(MD) for
Philips India?
1) Arvind Krishna
2) Shantanu Narayen
3) Banmali Agrawala
4) Vasant Narasimhan
5) Bharath Sesha
Answer- 5) Bharath Sesha
Explanation:
Dutch multinational company Philips has appointed Bharath Sesha as the Managing Director(MD)
for India, effective 1st September 2024.
• He succeeds Daniel Mazon, who has moved to a global role at the Philips headquarters in the
Netherlands.

56. Astronomers have discovered the brightest object ever, a quasar that shines 500 trillion
times brighter than the Sun, named J0529-4351, was identified using the European Southern
Observatory’s Very Large Telescope (VLT) in _______.
1) Sweden
2) Chile
3) Hawaii
4) Arizona
5) Peru
Answer- 2) Chile
Explanation:
Astronomers have discovered the brightest object ever observed in the universe, a quasar that
shines 500 trillion times brighter than our Sun. This record-breaking celestial body, named J0529-
4351, was identified using the European Southern Observatory’s (ESO) Very Large Telescope
(VLT) in Chile.
• The light from this quasar has travelled over 12 billion years to reach Earth. With a mass of
17 billion Suns, it is the fastest-growing black hole ever discovered.
• Its incredible brightness comes from a hot accretion disc measuring seven light-years in
diameter, which is believed to be the largest in the universe.
• The quasar had been visible in sky surveys since 1980 but was initially misclassified as a star
due to its extreme brightness.

57. In which state Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary is situated?

1) Haryana
2) Gujarat
3) Delhi
4) Assam
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 4) Assam
Explanation:
About Assam:
Chief Minister (CM) – Himanta Biswa Sarma

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Governor – Lakshman Prasad Acharya
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Amchang Wildlife Sanctuary, Dehing Patkai Wildlife Sanctuary
Airports – Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Dibrugarh Airport

58. In which state Bandhavgarh National Park is situated?

1) Tamil Nadu
2) Kerala
3) Karnataka
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Madhya Pradesh
Answer- 5) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
About Madhya Pradesh (MP):
Chief Minister (CM) – Mohan Yadav
Governor – Mangubhai Chhaganbhai Patel
National Parks – Fossil National Park, Bandhavgarh National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries – National Chambal Gharial Wildlife Sanctuary, Nauradehi Wildlife Sanctuary

59. Where is the headquarters of the Competition Commission of India (CCI) situated?
1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
2) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
3) Kolkata, WestBengal
4) Mumbai, Maharashtra
5) New Delhi, Delhi
Answer- 5) New Delhi, Delhi
Explanation:
About the Competition Commission of India (CCI):
Chairperson– Ravneet Kaur
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 2003
Operational from– 2009

60. When was the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA) established?
1) 2008
2) 2010
3) 2016
4) 2012
5) 2020
Answer- 3) 2016
Explanation:
On 7th September 2024, The Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA), under the
Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India, celebrated its 8th Foundation Day in
collaboration with the National Council of Applied Economic Research (NCAER) and ICSI, in New
Delhi, Delhi.

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 • IEPFA was formed on September 7, 2016, under the provisions of sub-section 5 of Section
125 of the Companies Act, 2013.
• The Authority is entrusted with the responsibility of administration of the Investor Education
Protection Fund (IEPF), making refunds of shares, unclaimed dividends, matured
deposits/debentures etc. to investors and to promote awareness among investors.
• Anita Shah Akella is the current (as of August ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IEPFA.

61. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as India's next ambassador to
Croatia?
1) Ajay Bisaria
2) Vinay Mohan Kwatra
3) Santosh Jha
4) Arun Goel
5) Vikram Doraiswami
Answer- 4) Arun Goel
Explanation:
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) has appointed Arun Goel as India's next ambassador to
Croatia.
• He was appointed as the Election Commissioner in November 2022. He resigned from the post
in March 2024.

62. Which city hosted the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)?
1) Seoul, South Korea
2) New Delhi, India
3) Ankara, Turkey
4) Beijing, China
5) Manila, Philippines
Answer- 2) New Delhi, India
Explanation:
On 8th September 2024, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr.
Mansukh Mandaviya, addressed the 44th General Assembly of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) at
Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi.
• Mansukh Mandaviya announced that India will bid to host the Youth Olympics in 2030 and
Summer Olympics in 2036.

63. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) awarded the 2024 Millennium Technology Prize
for his contribution to the development of the Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor (IGBT)?
1) Moungi Bawendi
2) Ashok Elluswamy
3) Bantval Jayant Baliga
4) Alexey Ekimov
5) Claudia Goldin
Answer- 3) Bantval Jayant Baliga

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Explanation:
The 2024 Millennium Technology Prize has been awarded to Professor Bantval Jayant Baliga of
North Carolina State University, United States of America (USA), for his innovation that has enabled
dramatic reduction in worldwide electrical energy and petrol consumption.
• The 1 million Euro global award for technology recognizes Baliga's leadership in the
invention, development, and commercialization of the Insulated Gate Bipolar Transistor
(IGBT).
• IGBT has become the most critical power semiconductor component globally, enabling more
efficient electricity use and reducing reliance on fossil fuels.

64. Which of the following countries is ‘not’ a member of both 'BRICS' and 'Shanghai
Cooperation Organisation' (SCO)?
1) India
2) China
3) Russia
4) Iran
5) United Arab Emirates
Answer- 5) United Arab Emirates
Explanation:
i.The permanent members of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) are: China, Russia, India, Iran,
Pakistan, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Belarus, and Uzbekistan.
ii.The BRICS bloc, an intergovernmental organisation, comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, South
Africa, Egypt, Iran, United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia, and Ethiopia.

65. Who has recently (in September ‘24) released the '200 Not Out' documentary of Gujarati
newspaper ‘Mumbai Samachar’?
1) Nirmala Sitharaman
2) Droupadi Murmu
3) Narendra Modi
4) Amit Shah
5) S. Jaishankar
Answer- 4) Amit Shah
Explanation:
Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah released '200 Not Out' documentary of
‘Mumbai Samachar' in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• The Gujarati newspaper was first published in 1822 as a weekly by Parsi scholar Fardunjee
Marzban.
• 'Mumbai Samachar' is Asia's oldest and the world's third oldest active newspaper

66. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) of the Indian Navy?
1) Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
2) Brajesh Kumar Upadhyay
3) Karambir Singh
4) Hemant Khatri
5) Hasan Bala Abubakar

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Answer- 1) Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
Explanation:
About Indian Navy (IN):
Chief of the Naval Staff (CNS) – Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Founded – January 26, 1950

67. Where is the capital of Brunei Darussalam situated?

1) Bangar
2) Tutong
3) Bandar Seri Begawan
4) Belait
5) Temburong
Answer- 3) Bandar Seri Begawan
Explanation:
About Brunei Darussalam:
Prime Minister (PM)- Hassanal Bolkiah
Capital- Bandar Seri Begawan
Currency- Brunei Dollar (BND)

68. Singapore ________ is the currency of Singapore.

1) Rupee
2) Dollar
3) Bhat
4) Dirham
5) Note
Answer- 2) Dollar
Explanation:
About Singapore:
Prime Minister (PM)- Lawrence Wong
Capital- Singapore
Currency- Singapore Dollar (SGD)

69. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Prime Minister of the United Kingdom (UK)?
1) Denys Shmyhal
2) Mikhail Mishustin
3) Joe Biden
4) Keir Rodney Starmer
5) Giorgia Meloni
Answer- 4) Keir Rodney Starmer
Explanation:
About United Kingdom (UK):
Prime Minister (PM) – Keir Rodney Starmer
Capital – London
Currency – The pound sterling, or British Pound Sterling (GBP)

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70. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman of Securities and Exchange Board of
India (SEBI)?
1) Hasmukh Adhia
2) Janardan Prasad
3) Sundararaman Ramamurthy
4) Ashishkumar Chauhan
5) Madhabi Puri Buch
Answer- 5) Madhabi Puri Buch
Explanation:
About the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI):
The SEBI was established as a non-statutory body on 12th April 1988, and as a statutory body on 30th
January 1992.
Chairman – Madhabi Puri Buch
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra

71. In Which state, the Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary is situated?

1) Tamil Nadu
2) Kerala
3) Karnataka
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Odisha
Answer- 1) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
About Tamil Nadu (TN):
Chief Minister (CM) – Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin
Governor – Ravindra Narayana Ravi
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Kalakad Wildlife Sanctuary, Vallanadu Black Buck Sanctuary
Tiger Reserve – Srivilliputhur – Meghamalai Tiger Reserve (SMTR)

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) registered the highest growth in Gross State
Domestic Product (GSDP) among 10 largest states in Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24)?
1) Arunachal Pradesh
2) Assam
3) Karnataka
4) Telangana
5) Haryana
Answer- 4) Telangana
Explanation:
According to latest data from the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI),
Telangana, Tamil Nadu (TN) and Rajasthan have registered the highest growth in real Gross State
Domestic Product (GSDP) among the 10 largest states in Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24).
• Telangana, the 9th biggest state in India, saw its GSDP growth at 9.2% to reach real GSDP of Rs
7.9 lakh crore in FY24. This growth rate has surpassed India’s GDP growth of 8.2% recorded
in FY24.
• Tamil Nadu (TN) which is the 3rd largest state, saw its GSDP growth at 8.2% to reach Rs 15.7
lakh crore in size.
• Rajasthan, the 7th largest state, registered a strong growth, with an 8% increase in its GSDP.
• Despite Telangana, TN and Rajasthan registering the highest GSDP growth, Maharashtra
remains to be the largest economy in India, with a real GSDP of Rs 24.1 lakh crore in FY24.
Option revision:
1. Covered in July 2024: Arunachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh Deputy Chief Minister Chowna Mein presented Rs 993.08-crore deficit budget for
FY2024-25 (FY25). The total budget estimate is Rs 35,840.79 crore, marking a 20.85% increase over
FY24. The budget focuses on developing a ‘Healthy Human Resource, Robust Infrastructure, and
Vibrant Economy’ with a target of 2.08% Gross State Domestic Product (GSDP) growth.
2. Covered in June 2024: Assam
The Assam secretariat became India’s first green (eco-friendly) state government headquarters with
the inauguration of a 2.5 Megawatt (MW) solar power project on the campus of Janata Bhawan in
Dispur, Guwahati, Assam.
3. Covered in July 2024: Karnataka
Priyank Kharge, Karnataka minister for Information technology (IT) and BioTechnology (BT) has
launched the 'Digital Nagarik and Augmented Reality / Virtual Reality (AR-VR) Skills’ Programmes in
Bengaluru, Karnataka to address cybersecurity awareness among people. This programme was
launched in collaboration with Meta Platforms Inc (formerly the Facebook company). It aimed to train
over 1 lakh teachers and 10 lakh students across the state in digital safety, AR-VR by 2025.

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2. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) organised the two-day first
International Solar Festival (ISF) 2024 which was virtually addressed by Prime Minister (PM)
Narendra Modi?
1) Tata Power Solar Systems Limited
2) International Solar Alliance
3) National Institute of Solar Energy
4) JSW Neo Energy Limited
5) International Solar Energy Society
Answer- 2) International Solar Alliance
Explanation:
On 5 September 2024, Narendra Modi, the Prime Minister (PM) of India virtually addressed the two-
day first International Solar Festival (ISF) 2024 organised by the International Solar Alliance (ISA)
which was held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The solar energy capacity of India has increased 32-fold in the last 10 years. It has set a target
to achieve 500 Gigawatts (GWs) of non-fossil power capacity by 2030.
• It aims to develop affordable, reliable, and sustainable solar energy globally.

3. Name the new treatment regimen for Multi-Drug Resistant- Tuberculosis (MDR- TB) that was
recently (in September ‘24) approved by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
1) PREFIRE
2) NIRMAN
3) Pravah
4) BPaLM
5) Saksham
Answer- 4) BPaLM

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Explanation:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) has approved the introduction of ‘BPaLM’ a
new treatment for Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) under the National TB Elimination
Program (NTEP) in India.
i.The BPaLM regimen consists of four drugs namely Bedaquiline, Pretomanid, Linezolid and
Moxifloxacin, which are more safe, effective and quicker treatment option than the previous Multi-
Drug-Resistant Tuberculosis (MDR-TB) treatment procedure.
ii.The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme (NTEP), previously known as Revised National
Tuberculosis Control Programme (RNTCP), aims to eliminate TB in India by 2025, five years ahead of
the Sustainable Development Goals(SDGs).

4. Which state’s transport corporation has recently (in September ‘24) launched India’s first
National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) for cashless travel across India?
1) Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
2) Kerala State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC)
3) Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC)
4) Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation (TNSTC)
5) Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation (GSRTC)
Answer- 3) Himachal Road Transport Corporation (HRTC)
Explanation:
Sukhvinder Sukhu, Chief Minister (CM) of Himachal Pradesh (HP), launched the Himachal Road
Transport Corporation’s (HRTC) National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), for cashless travel across
India, enabling users to access public transportation nationwide without cash, in Shimla, HP.
• This card, a first in India, allows cashless travel in public transportation systems across
India, making HRTC the first State Transport Undertaking (STU) to introduce such an
initiative.
• The HRTC NCMC card, developed in collaboration with the State Bank of India (SBI), is a
contactless, dual-interface, Europay, Mastercard, and Visa (EMV)-chip-based prepaid card.

5. In which city the Ministry of Steel (MoS) has recently ( in September ‘24) hosted the event
titled “Greening Steel: Pathway to Sustainability”?
1) Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
2) Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
3) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
4) New Delhi, Delhi
5) Bokaro, Jharkhand
Answer- 4) New Delhi, Delhi
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, the Ministry of Steel (MoS) successfully hosted the event titled “Greening
Steel: Pathway to Sustainability” held at C.D. Deshmukh Hall, India International Centre, New Delhi,
Delhi.
• Union Minister for Steel H. D. Kumaraswamy, Chief guest of the event, released the report
on “Greening the Steel Sector in India: Roadmap and Action Plan”.

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 • The key strategies and action plan laid out in the report can help to reduce carbon
emissions, which are also in alignment with India’s target to achieve net-zero emissions as
specified in its Nationally Determined Commitments (NDC).
• The Steel sector in India accounts for 12% of the total greenhouse gas emission in India,
with 2.5 tonnes of CO2 emission per tonne of crude steel compared to the global average of
1.9 tonnes of CO2 emission per tonne of crude steel.
• Sanjay Singh, Former Secretary, MoS, chaired the technical session titled “Leadership
and Innovation: Driving the Green Steel Transition” during the event. The session
highlighted the important role of visionary leadership and innovation in advancing
sustainable steel production. Click here to read more.

6. Which Ministry has recently (in September ‘24) notified certain provisions of the
Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 to restructure the merger control regime with effect from
September 10, 2024?
1) Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution
2) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
3) Ministry of Communications
4) Ministry of Women and Child Development
5) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Answer- 5) Ministry of Corporate Affairs
Explanation:
On September 10, 2024, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) notified certain provisions of the
Competition (Amendment) Act, 2023 to restructure the merger control regime with effect from
September 10, 2024.
• The aim of these changes is to streamline the merger review process and introduce new
standards to assess notifiability of transactions.
• These regulations mandate regulatory clearance from CCI for deals exceeding Rs 2,000
crore if the target entity has “Substantial Business Operations(SBOs) in India.”
• Transactions involving entities with assets below Rs 450 crore or turnover under Rs 1,250
crore are exempt from CCI approval.

7. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) introduced “Partnerships for
Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR)”, a multi-institutional initiative to boost research
in Higher Education Institutions?
1) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
2) Anusandhan National Research Foundation
3) University Grants Commission
4) All India Council for Technical Education
5) NITI Aayog
Answer- 2) Anusandhan National Research Foundation
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Narendra Modi, Prime Minister (PM) of India chaired the 1st meeting of
the Governing Board of Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) at his residence in New
Delhi, Delhi.

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 • The meeting focused on India’s Science and Technology landscape and discussion on
redesigning of research and development (R&D) programmes.
• ANRF introduced “Partnerships for Accelerated Innovation and Research (PAIR)”, a multi-
institutional initiative to enable collaboration between top-tier institutions and those with
limited research capabilities.
• ANRF unveiled the Mission for Advancement in High-impact Areas (MAHA), a mission mode
programme to accelerate research in key strategic and emerging areas.
• ANRF Centre of Excellence (ACE) was introduced to establish world-class research centers
with substantial funding support, providing cutting-edge infrastructure for ambitious scientific
endeavors.
• ANRF aims to enhance India’s global competitiveness in key areas. ANRF’s programmes on
solution focused research will focus on sectors like solar cells, health technology, smart
infrastructure, and sustainable agriculture.
• The foundation’s initiatives align with India’s goals for Viksit Bharat 2047, integrating global
best practices.

8. Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the approval of the Union
Cabinet chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on September 11, 2024?
A) Mission Mausam, an initiative with an outlay of Rs 2,000 crore over two years to
revolutionize India’s weather and climate sciences by enhancing research, forecasting, and
climate resilience has been approved.
B) PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) scheme with an outlay of Rs 3,435.33
crore to promote e-bus adoption, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and decrease fossil fuel
consumption has been approved.
C) The proposal for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV (PMGSY-IV)
2025-26 to 2029-30, with a total outlay of Rs 70,125 crore has been approved.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B
Explanation:
On September 11, 2024, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister (PM)Narendra Modi has
approved the following:
• The Union Cabinet has approved Mission Mausam, an initiative with an outlay of Rs 2,000
crore over two years. Led by the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES), this mission aims to
revolutionize India’s weather and climate sciences by enhancing research, forecasting, and
climate resilience.
• The mission will provide highly accurate monsoon forecasts, air quality alerts, and information
on extreme weather events like cyclones.
• “PM-eBus Sewa-Payment Security Mechanism (PSM) scheme” with an outlay of Rs
3,435.33 crore for the procurement and operation of over 38,000 electric buses(e-Buses) by
Public Transport Authorities (PTAs) from FY 2024-25 (FY25) to FY 2028-29 (FY29).

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 • This scheme aims to promote e-bus adoption, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and decrease
fossil fuel consumption.
• The proposal of Department of Rural Development(DoRD) under the Ministry of Rural
Development(MoRD) for the implementation of Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana-IV
(PMGSY-IV) for the Fiscal Years (FY) 2024-25 to 2028-29, with a total outlay of Rs 70,125
crore.
• The scheme aims to provide 62,500 kilometer (km) of all-weather roads, connecting 25,000
unconnected habitations across various regions, including plains, hill states, and special
category areas.
• The proposal of the Ministry of Heavy Industries (MHI) for implementation of the PM Electric
Drive Revolution in Innovative Vehicle Enhancement (PM E-DRIVE) Scheme, with an outlay of
Rs 10,900 crore over two years.
• The Ministry of Power(MoP) proposal to modify the scheme of budgetary support for Enabling
Infrastructure for Hydro Electric Projects (HEP) with an outlay of Rs 12,461 crore, the
scheme will be implemented from FY25 to FY32, targeting the development of hydro power
projects and infrastructure in remote areas.
• Health coverage for all senior citizens aged 70 years and above, regardless of income, under
the Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY).This initiative will
provide health insurance coverage of Rs 5 lakh per year on a family basis for senior citizens
aged 70 and above. Click here to read more.

9. The Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) recently (in September ‘24) launched its 4
key initiatives at its 1st Foundation Day event at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi.
Which ministry does I4C come under?
1) Ministry of Science and Technology
2) Ministry of Home Affairs
3) Ministry of Cooperation
4) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
5) Ministry of Defence
Answer- 2) Ministry of Home Affairs
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ministry of
Cooperation (MoC) addressed the event organised to mark the 1st Foundation Day of the Indian
Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C) as the Chief Guest at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi. He
also unveiled the new logo, vision and mission of I4C.
• During the event, Amit Shah launched 4 key initiatives – Cyber Fraud Mitigation Centre
(CFMC), Samanvay platform, Cyber Commandos programme and Suspect Registry– for
prevention of cyber crime.
• CFMC has been established at I4C headquarters in New Delhi, Delhi with representatives from
various major banks, financial intermediaries, payment aggregators, telecom service providers,
Information Technology (IT) intermediaries, and States/ Union Territories (UTs) Law
Enforcement Agencies (LEAs).
• Samanvay Platform, a Joint Cybercrime Investigation Facilitation System, is a web-based
module that will act as a unified portal for data repository of cybercrime, data sharing, crime
mapping, data analytics and coordination among various states/ UTs LEAs.

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 • Cyber Commando Programme will establish a special wing of trained ‘Cyber Commandos’
who will be trained to counter threats of cyber security.
• Under this initiative, Cyber Suspect Registry at the national level will be created and the state
level registries will be connected to create a common platform to fight cyber crime. Click here
to read more.

10. Which of the following is ‘not’ one of the six initiatives launched as part of the 100-day
achievements of the Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MPA) in New Delhi, Delhi in September
2024?
1) National e-Vidhan Application
2) NeVA Public Portal version 2.0
3) Consultative Committee Management System
4) Agricultural Centralized Processing Cells
5) NYPS for Eklavya Model Residential Schools
Answer- 4) Agricultural Centralized Processing Cells
Explanation:
On September 11, 2024, The Union Minister Kiren Rijiju, Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs (MPA)
launched six initiatives as part of the 100-day achievements of the MPA in New Delhi, Delhi.These
initiatives aim to improve decision-making, advance real-time governance, and achieve a paperless
legislative environment.
• The upgraded version of the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA 2.0) will feature a more
user-friendly interface and enhanced integration with state legislative processes.
• The upgraded version of the NeVA Public Portal version 2.0 will enhance the software to
achieve a paperless legislative environment and promote real-time governance.
• Based on the recommendation in the 28th report of the Committee on Subordinate Legislation
(COSL), a portal Subordinate Legislation Management System (SLMS) was developed, which
will provide a single window interface to bring various stakeholders on a single platform
resulting in enhanced decision-making and performance for the Committee on Subordinate
Legislation.
• The Consultative Committee Management System (CCMS) portal has been envisioned and
created to bring together three stakeholders namely Member of Parliament (MP), Union
ministries, and the MPA on the same platform.
• The National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS) Portal 2.0 aims to enhance participation by
opening it up to all citizens, irrespective of students from recognized educational institutions.
• The Union Minister has also introduced a new scheme of the National Youth Parliament
Competition (NYPS) for students of EMRSs.

11. Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the Department of
Telecommunications (DoT’s ) recent (in September ‘24) simplification of the approval process
for telecom licenses?
A) DoT has revised its processes for issuing Experimental Licenses, Demonstration Licenses,
and Equipment Type Approvals (ETA).
B) For cases not requiring Inter-Ministerial Consultation (IMC), Demonstration licenses will be
deemed granted after 15 days.

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C) All applications of ETA for license-exempt wireless devices are now granted on a self-
declaration basis.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) under the
Ministry of Communications (MoC) has revised its
processes for issuing Experimental Licenses,
Demonstration Licenses, and Equipment Type Approvals
(ETA), to enhance the ease of doing business in the telecommunications (telecom) sector.
• These changes, based on the Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)
recommendations, aim to reduce time delays, foster innovation, and streamline regulatory
processes in the telecom sector.
• For cases not requiring Inter-Ministerial Consultation (IMC), the Experimental Licenses
(Radiating Category) will be deemed issued after 30 days if no decision is conveyed.
• Without IMC, Demonstration Licenses will be deemed granted after 15 days.
• All applications of ETA for license-exempt wireless devices are now granted on a self-
declaration basis.
• Applicants can submit their applications through the SARAL Sanchar (Simplified Application
For Registration And Licenses) portal and download ETA certificates upon successful
submission.

12. In which state, India's first silicon carbide manufacturing facility is to be built?
1) Odisha
2) Goa
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Rajasthan
Answer- 1) Odisha
Explanation:
Mohan Charan Majhi, the Chief Minister (CM) of Odisha has presided over the ground breaking
ceremony of India’s first silicon carbide manufacturing facility to be built at the EMC Park in
Infovalley in Bhubaneswar (Odisha) with an investment of Rs 620 crore.
• The project was developed by Mumbai(Maharashtra) based RIR Power Electronics Limited
(formerly Ruttonsha International Rectifier Limited).
• The products manufactured at the facility will be exported to foreign markets such as North
America, Europe, and Asia, and used in industries such as defence, transportation, aerospace,
and sustainable energy.

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13. Which ministry has partnered with the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) to organise the
National Social Mobilization Campaign ‘Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS)-2024’ from 17th September to
2nd October 2024?
1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
2) Ministry of Science and Technology
3) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
4) Ministry of Women and Child Development
5) Ministry of Education
Answer- 3) Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs
Explanation:
Swachhata Hi Seva (SHS)-2024 , the annual National Social Mobilization Campaign, with the theme
“Swabhav Swachhata- Sanskaar Swachhata”, is being observed from 17th September to 2nd
October 2024.
The campaign is being jointly organised by the Department of Drinking Water & Sanitation (DDWS),
Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS), and Ministry of Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA).
• The theme of the SHS 2024 is promoting cleanliness as a daily habit. The objective of SHS
2024 is to facilitate large-scale advocacy and citizen participation in mega cleanliness drives,
the clearing of dirty and difficult garbage spots (black spots), and sanitation worker
recognition.
• The 3 key pillars of the 4S campaign are, Swachhata Ki Bhaagidari (Public participation and
awareness in cleanliness), Sampoorna Swachhata (Mega cleanliness drives and
transformation of Cleanliness Target Units (CTUs)), and SafaiMitra Suraksha Shivir (Health
and safety camps for sanitation workers).
• The SHS campaign, observed annually since 2017, has been a precursor to Swachh Bharat
Diwas (SBD), which commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi on 2nd October.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which country has been recently (in September ‘24) authorised to become the new member
of the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB)?
1) Argentina
2) India
3) Spain
4) Algeria
5) Belgium
Answer- 4) Algeria
Explanation:
Algeria has been authorised to become the new member of the BRICS New Development Bank
(NDB), a Multilateral Development Bank (MDB) established by Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South
Africa (BRICS) countries. It was announced by Dilma Rousseff, President of the NDB, during the 9th
Annual Meeting of the NDB, held in Cape Town, South Africa, from August 29 to 31, 2024.
• The theme of the meeting is “Investing in a Sustainable Future.”
• With this membership, Algeria became the 3rd Arab country to be integrated with the NDB,
after Egypt and the United Arab Emirates (UAE).

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 • The NDB objective is to mobilise resources for infrastructure and sustainable development
projects in Emerging Markets and Developing Countries (EMDCs).

2. Which country has recently (in September 2024) become the 101st Country to join the
International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
1) Spain
2) Nepal
3) Paraguay
4) Norway
5) Bangladesh
Answer- 2) Nepal
Explanation:
Nepal has become the 101st country to join the International Solar Alliance (ISA) as a full member.
The Instrument of Ratification for the same was exchanged between Nepal’s Charge d’ affairs Dr.
Surendra Thapa, and Joint Secretary Economic Diplomacy Multilateral Economic Relations
(ED&MER), MEA, Abhishek Singh during a meeting in New Delhi, Delhi.
• In June 2024, Paraguay became the 100th full member of ISA.
• The ISA was established in 2015 as a joint effort by India and France to mobilize efforts against
climate change through the deployment of solar energy solutions.

GOVT SCHEMES

1. Which initiative was recently (in September ‘24) virtually launched by Prime Minister (PM)
Narendra Modi with an outlay of Rs 27 crore in Surat, Gujarat to focus on water conservation
and community participation?
1) e-FAST India
2) Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre
3) Aatmanirbharta
4) Jeevan Samarth
5) Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari
Answer- 5) Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari
Explanation:
On September 6, 2024, Prime Minister (PM) of India, Narendra
Modi virtually launched the ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’
initiative with an outlay of Rs 27 crore in Surat, Gujarat. This
program is a collaboration between the Ministry of Jal Shakti
(MoJS) and the Government of Gujarat, focusing on water
conservation and community participation.
• The initiative includes the construction of around 24,800 rainwater harvesting structures
across Gujarat, with strong public involvement to improve water sustainability.
• The ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ aims to address water shortages by constructing rainwater
harvesting structures in critical regions with community engagement.
• The initiative seeks to enhance groundwater levels and boost water infiltration by
implementing rainwater harvesting measures in the districts of Surat, Tapi, Dang, Navsari, and
Valsad, aligning with the objectives of the National Water Mission (NWM).

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 • India, with only 4% of the world’s freshwater, faces severe water scarcity, worsened by climate
change. The program aims to address this by combining traditional knowledge and modern
techniques. This initiative aligns with ‘Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain campaign’.
• Jal Jeevan Mission, Atal Bhujal Yojana were also highlighted as part of the larger goal to make
water conservation a nationwide movement.

2. Which ministry has recently (in September 2024) launched the 2nd Cohort of the SAMRIDH
scheme, a programme for startup acceleration under the National Policy on Software Products
(NPSP) – 2019?
1) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
2) Ministry of Women and Child Development
3) Ministry of Communication
4) Ministry of Culture
5) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
Answer- 1) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Explanation:
On 4th September 2024, S Krishnan, Secretary of the Ministry of Electronics and Information
Technology (MeitY), launched the 2nd Cohort of the Startup Accelerator of MeitY for Product
Innovation, Development, and Growth (SAMRIDH) scheme.
• This initiative is designed to empower early-stage startups with 6-9 months of acceleration
program, matching funds up to Rs 40 lakhs, etc.
• The SAMRIDH, launched in August 2021, is a flagship program of the MeitY for startup
acceleration under the National Policy on Software Products (NPSP) – 2019.
• SAMRIDH aims to support 300 software startups in a 3-year duration with a cohort size of 5-10
Startups. The scheme is being implemented by the MSH, and the Digital India Corporation
(DIC).

3. Under which ministry Digi Yatra facility for 9 airports has been recently (in September ‘24)
inaugurated at Visakhapatnam International Airport, Andhra Pradesh?
1) Ministry of Science and Technology
2) Ministry of Home Affairs
3) Ministry of Civil Aviation
4) Ministry of Communications
5) Ministry of Tourism
Answer- 3) Ministry of Civil Aviation
Explanation:
On 6th September 2024, Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Ministry of Civil Aviation
(MoCA) inaugurated the Digi Yatra facility for 9 airports at Visakhapatnam International Airport,
Andhra Pradesh (AP).
i.He has also virtually extended it to 8 other airports of Airport Authority of India (AAI) namely,
Coimbatore (Tamil Nadu (TN)), Dabolim (Goa), Indore (Madhya Pradesh (MP)), Bagdogra (West
Bengal (WB)), Ranchi (Jharkhand), Patna (Bihar), Raipur (Chhattisgarh), and Bhubaneshawar
(Odisha) airports.
ii.Digi Yatra facility was 1st launched at 3 airports namely, New Delhi(Delhi), Varanasi (Uttar Pradesh,
UP), and Bengaluru (Karnataka) on 1st December, 2022.

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iii.With the launch of 9 more Digi Yatra-enabled airports, the total number of Digi Yatra-enabled
airports will increase from 15 (launched in 1st phase) to 24.
iv.While addressing the event, Union Minister K. Rammohan Naidu announced the expansion of
Regional Connectivity Scheme (RCS), which was introduced in 2016, aimed to provide regional
connectivity to airports.Click here to read more

4. Which state launched the ‘CM-KISAN Yojana’ to provide financial assistance of Rs 12,500
annually in three installments to landless agricultural households?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Bihar
3) Odisha
4) Haryana
5) Karnataka
Answer- 3) Odisha
Explanation:
On September 8, 2024, Odisha’s Chief Minister (CM)
Mohan Charan Majhi launched the ‘CM-KISAN Yojana’
at Gangadhar Meher University in Sambalpur, Odisha
during the state’s Nuakhai festival. For the fiscal year
2024-25(FY25), the Odisha government has allocated Rs
1,935 crore for the CM-KISAN Yojana.
• The scheme has replaced the ‘Krushak
Assistance for Livelihood and Income
Augmentation (KALIA)’ scheme and focuses on supporting small, marginal, and landless
farmers.
• Under this scheme, 46 lakh small and marginal farmers will receive financial assistance of
Rs 925 crore.
• Small and marginal farmers will get Rs 4,000 annually in two installments(on Nuakhai and
Akshaya Tritiya), with payments directly transferred to their bank accounts.
• Landless agricultural households will receive Rs 12,500 annually in three installments.
• He also unveiled the Krushak Odisha Unified Portal of the Agriculture and Farmers
Empowerment Department.

5. In which year the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY) scheme was launched?
1) 2014
2) 2015
3) 2018
4) 2019
5) 2020
Answer- 4) 2019
Explanation:
The Pradhan Mantri Kisan Maandhan Yojana (PM-KMY), a Central Sector Scheme (CSS) which
provides social security to all landholding Small and Marginal Farmers (SMFs) across the country, has
completed 5 years of successful implementation.

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 • PM-KMY was launched on 12th September, 2019 by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi
at Ranchi, Jharkhand.
• The scheme is being administered by the Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
(MoA&FW) in partnership with Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Life Insurance Corporation of
India (LIC).
• Those SMFs who are between the age of 18 to 40 years, eligible to join the scheme.
• All eligible SMFs are required to contribute an amount between Rs 55 to Rs 200 per month in
the Pension Fund till they attain the age of 60.
• Under the PM-KMY, eligible SMFs receive a fixed monthly pension of Rs 3,000 after attaining
the age of 60 years, provided they meet the exclusion criteria of the scheme.
• LIC is pension fund manager of the scheme and beneficiary registration is facilitated through
the Common Service Center (CSC) or by the Nodal Officer (PM-Kisan) appointed by the State or
Union Territory (UT) Governments. Click here to read more.

6. In Which year, Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) was launched?
1) 2015
2) 2014
3) 2019
4) 2020
5) 2022
Answer- 4) 2020
Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, Union Minister Rajeev Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Ministry of
Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying (MoFAH&D) launched and unveiled several new
initiatives and projects aimed to boost the fisheries sector and strengthen India’s blue economy at the
4th anniversary of Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in
New Delhi, Delhi.
• Union Minister Rajeev Ranjan Singh launched the National Fisheries Development Program
(NFDP) Portal which will act as a central hub for the registration of various stakeholders from
the fisheries sector, information services, and support related to fisheries.
• The portal has been created under PM-MKSSY, a central sector sub-scheme launched under
PMMSY.
• He also released the operational guidelines for Pradhan Mantri Matsya Kisan Samridhi Sah-
Yojana (PM-MKSSY).
• PM-MKSSY aims to formalize the fisheries sector and support Micro, Small and Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs) related to fisheries sector, with total investment of more than Rs 6,000
crore over a period of 4 years i.e. from Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24) to FY27 across all
states/ Union Territories (UTs) in India.
• The Union Minister announced the establishment of 3 specialized fisheries production and
processing clusters dedicated to: Pearl cultivation, Ornamental fisheries and Seaweed
cultivation.
• He also unveiled the guidelines for development of 100 coastal villages across coastal states
and UTs into Climate Resilient Coastal Fisherman Villages (CRCFVs).

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 • Among 36 States/ UT, 22 have either adopted or declared their state fish, 3 have declared state
aquatic animals and UTs of Lakshadweep and Andaman and Nicobar Islands have declared
their state animal, which are marine species.
• 30th August 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi launched a Vessel Communication &
Support System at Palghar district of Maharashtra With an investment of Rs 364 crore.
• PMMSY was launched by PM Narendra Modi on 10th September,2020 as part of the ‘Atma
Nirbhar Bharat’ package.Click here to read more.

VISITS

1. Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s
Visit to India from 9th to 10th September, 2024?
A) Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahayan attended the
India-UAE Business Forum held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
B) The UAE-based International Resources Holding RSC Limited and a consortium of Indian
companies: Oil India Limited (OIL); Khanij Bidesh India Limited (KABIL); and Oil and Natural
Gas Corporation Videsh Limited (OVL) signed a strategic agreement for global collaboration in
critical mineral supply chain exploration.
C) Emirates Nuclear Energy Company(ENEC) and Nuclear Power Corporation of India
Limited(NPCIL) signed a MoU on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant Operations and
Maintenance.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahayan was on an
official 2-day state visit to India from 9th to 10th September 2024 at the invitation of the Prime
Minister (PM) of India, Narendra Modi.
• On 9th September 2024, PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi
Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahayan at Hyderabad House in New Delhi, India.
• India and the UAE had signed the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) in
February 2022 and aims to take non-bilateral trade to USD 100 billion by 2030.
• On 10th September 2024, the Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi, Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin
Zayed Al Nahayan attended the India-UAE Business Forum held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• Theme of India-UAE Business Forum: “Beyond CEPA: Innovation and Future Ready
Economies”.
• On 9th September 2024, the Government of India (GoI) and the Government of the UAE
signed 5 key Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) in various fields including nuclear
energy and petroleum.
• Emirates Nuclear Energy Company(ENEC), owned by the government of the UAE and
Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited(NPCIL), a Public Sector Enterprise (PSE) under

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 the Department of Atomic Energy (DoAE), GoI signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
on the Barakah Nuclear Power Plant Operations and Maintenance.
• The UAE-based International Resources Holding RSC Limited, a natural resources extractive
company; and a consortium of Indian companies: Oil India Limited (OIL); Khanij Bidesh India
Limited (KABIL); and Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Videsh Limited (OVL) signed a strategic
agreement for global collaboration in critical mineral supply chain exploration in both globally
and within India. Click here to read more.

BANKING AND FINANCE

1. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) announced the establishment of a multi-
donor trust fund partnered with International Solar Alliance (ISA)?
1) Asian Development Bank
2) International Finance Corporation
3) Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
4) International Atomic Energy Agency
5) Japan International Cooperation Agency
Answer- 3) Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency
Explanation:
The United States of America (USA)-based Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), a
member of the World Bank Group (WBG) and the International Solar Alliance (ISA), announced the
establishment of a multi-donor trust fund named ‘MIGA-ISA Solar Facility’.
• The facility, initiated with the support from the Government of India (GoI), aims to expand
access to support renewable energy globally.
• Through this initiative, ISA will be an important partner of the program in collaboration with
the WB and African Development Bank (AfDB) to achieve 300 million new electricity
connections in Sub-Saharan Africa by 2030.

2. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) launched an online tool ‘Daava Soochak’
that allows depositors to track the status of their claims by entering their registered mobile
number?
1) Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation
2) Clearing Corporation of India Limited
3) Securities and Exchange Board of India
4) Competition Commission of India
5) National Payments Corporation of India
Answer- 1) Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation
Explanation:
The Deposit Insurance and Credit Guarantee Corporation (DICGC), a wholly-owned subsidiary of the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI), has launched ‘Daava Soochak’ or Claim Status Tracking which is an
online tool that allows depositors to track the status of their claims by entering their registered
mobile number on the DICGC website.
• Daava Soochak enables depositors to check the status of claims for banks placed under All
Inclusive Directions (AID) after April 1, 2024.

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 • The corporation is responsible for reimbursing insured amounts to depositors of failed
banks.The insurance limit was raised to Rs 5,00,000 per depositor in February 2020.

3. Which company has recently (in August ‘24) become the first Non-Banking Financial
Company (NBFC) to launch the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)’s Electronic-
Know Your Customer (e-KYC) Setu System?
1) Star Finserv India Limited
2) Housing Development Board Financial Services Limited
3) Arka Fincap Limited
4) Poonawalla Fincorp Limited
5) Epifi Technologies Private Limited
Answer- 2) Housing Development Board Financial Services Limited
Explanation:
Ahmedabad (Gujarat) based Housing Development Board Financial Services Limited (HDBFS) has
become the first Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) to launch the National Payments
Corporation of India (NPCI)’s Electronic-Know Your Customer (e-KYC) Setu System.
• This system is built in collaboration between the NPCI and the Unique Identification Authority
of India (UIDAI)
• It aims to streamline the account opening process, providing customers a faster, simpler, and
more secure way to access financial services.
• The HDBFS customers can now easily open loan accounts without the need to upload
documents or visit a branch.

4. Which payment firm has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with National Payments
Corporation of India (NPCI) Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL) to launch its BBPS-B2B platform?
1) PayMate
2) SBIePay
3) SabPaisa
4) PayPal
5) eBay
Answer- 1) PayMate
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based PayMate, the Business-To-Business (B2B) payments company, has
partnered with National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) Bharat BillPay Limited (NBBL) to
launch the ‘PayMate BBPS-B2B’ platform.
• It aims to serve 634 lakh Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and 16.6 lakh
corporate entities across India.
• This platform will facilitate large-scale standardisation and digitization of commercial
operations such as invoicing, payments, and collections across India and also promotes an
interoperable ecosystem of buyers and suppliers.

5. Which of the following has recently (in September ‘24) became the first major Indian bank to
join the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF)?
1) Indian Bank
2) Union Bank of India

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3) Axis Bank
4) State Bank of India
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 2) Union Bank of India
Explanation:
On September 9, 2024, Union Bank of India(UBI) became the first major Indian bank to join the
Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials (PCAF), which aims to help financial institutions
measure and report greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from their investments and loans.
• This move aligns with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s new draft disclosure framework on
climate-related financial risks, which requires banks to report by April 2025 and meet
specific climate targets by April 2027.
• Union Bank aims to disclose its portfolio’s GHG emissions by FY2027-28 using PCAF’s
methodology.

6. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) launched MTS RuPay National Common Mobility
Card (NCMC) prepaid card?
1) Punjab National Bank
2) State Bank of India
3) ICICI Bank
4) HDFC Bank
5) Indian Bank
Answer- 2) State Bank of India
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI) has launched three new offerings namely MTS RuPay NCMC prepaid
card, the OneView mobile Application (App), and an advanced design for the SBI FASTag to enhance
convenience, security, and efficiency for the daily commuters.
• MTS RuPay NCMC prepaid card, India’s first of its kind, was created to provide a seamless,
offline payment solution for National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) – enabled transport
systems, including metro rails, buses, ferries, tolls, and parking.
• OneView mobile App is designed to handle SBI’s NCMC Prepaid Cards, allowing customers to
top-up, track, and manage their cards from a single platform.
• The SBI has introduced an advanced design for its FASTag in the Vehicle Class (VC-04)
category such as Car, Jeep, Van, etc.

7. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) launched its Signature Increasing Income
Plan to offer a growing income stream for retirees?
1) Shriram Life Insurance Company Limited
2) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company Limited
3) Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited
4) Canara HSBC Life Insurance Company Limited
5) Aviva Life Insurance Company India Limited
Answer- 5) Aviva Life Insurance Company India Limited

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Explanation:
Aviva Life Insurance Company India Limited(Aviva India) has launched ‘Aviva Signature Increasing
Income Plan’, a non-linked, non-participating life insurance savings plan to offer a growing income
stream for retirees.
• This plan is designed to help customers maintain their purchasing power in retirement and
keep up with inflation.
• Aviva Signature Increasing Income Plan provides a 15% increase in every third policy year
to address inflation and rising living expenses.
• It guarantees whole-life income to the policyholder and also provides financial security
until the age of 100.

8. Which small finance bank has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with United India
Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) to offer a wide range of general insurance solutions to its
customers?
1) AU Small Finance Bank Limited
2) Capital Small Finance Bank Limited
3) Jana Small Finance Bank
4) Shivalik Small Finance Bank
5) Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited
Answer- 1) AU Small Finance Bank Limited
Explanation:
Jaipur (Rajasthan) based AU Small Finance Bank Limited (AU SFB) has partnered with Chennai (Tamil
Nadu, TN) based United India Insurance Company Limited (UIIC) to offer a wide range of general
insurance solutions to AU SFB’s customers.
• The partnership aims to provide reliable insurance options in various categories, leveraging
UIIC’s broad network and AU SFB’s increasing infrastructure.
• It includes motor insurance, personal accident insurance, crop insurance, property insurance,
shopkeeper insurance, cyber incident insurance.

9. Which insurance company has recently (in September ‘24) entered a bancassurance
partnership with CSB Bank Limited to offer a wide range of life insurance products?
1) Kotak Mahindra General Insurance Company Limited
2) United India Insurance Company Limited
3) Zurich Insurance Company Limited
4) TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited
5) Max Life Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 5) Max Life Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
Gurugram (Haryana) based Max Life Insurance Company Limited has entered a bancassurance
partnership with Thrissur (Kerala) based CSB Bank Limited (formerly The Catholic Syrian Bank
Limited)to offer a wide range of life insurance products.
• Bancassurance is a partnership between a bank and an insurance company allowing the
insurance company to sell its products to the bank’s client base.
• The partnership aims to provide a range of savings, protection, retirement, and group life
insurance options to over 2.5 million CSB customers.

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10. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has recently (in September ‘24) reported that small
savings plans grew by ______ up to February 2024, reaching Rs 18.1 lakh crore.
1) 12.6%
2) 13.8%
3) 14.6%
4) 15.8%
5) 16.3%
Answer- 2) 13.8%
Explanation:
According to the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data, small savings schemes grew by 13.8% up to
February 2024, reaching Rs 18.1 lakh crore. These schemes, designed to finance government
expenditure and promote saving habits, have shown consistent growth, particularly driven by the
Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) and the Senior Citizens Savings Scheme (SCSS).
• Seven small savings schemes, including Post Office Savings Scheme (PSS) and Post Office
Recurring Deposits (PORD), recorded growth between 9% and 11%, with interest rates
ranging from 4% to 9%.
• SSY and SCSS have seen the highest growth among all schemes. SSY saw a 41% growth, with
the outstanding balance rising from Rs 77,472 crore in February 2023 to Rs 1 lakh crore in
February 2024. SCSS recorded a 28% growth, with its outstanding balance rising from Rs 1.3
lakh crore to Rs 1.7 lakh crore during the same period.
• The outstanding balance of small savings schemes increased from Rs 6.2 lakh crore in 2015 to
Rs 18.1 lakh crore in February 2024, with a 13.8% growth in February 2023.
• The formula to arrive at the interest rates for small savings schemes was given by the
Shyamala Gopinath Committee in January 2023.
• The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) was launched by Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi on
January 22, 2015 as part of the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao (BBBP) campaign to promote girl child
education.
• The Senior Citizen Savings Scheme (SCSS) was launched in 2004 to provide retirement
stability and a steady income. Click here to read more.

11. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) announced a strategic partnership with DMI
Finance Private Limited to offer co-branded credit cards to DMI Finance’s existing customers?
1) Asian Development Bank
2) Axis Bank Limited
3) Karnataka Bank Limited
4) RBL Bank Limited
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 4) RBL Bank Limited
Explanation:
RBL Bank Limited, one of India’s leading private sector banks and DMI Finance Private Limited, a
Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) and part of the DMI Group, announced a strategic
partnership to offer co-branded credit cards ‘RBL Bank DMI Finance Credit Card’ to DMI Finance’s
existing customers.

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 • This partnership aims to broaden credit card access to customers across metro and non-
metro cities in India by combining RBL Bank’s expertise in credit cards with DMI’s focus on
digital financial inclusion.
• The RBL Bank DMI Finance Credit Card comes with a membership fee of Rs 499
(excluding Goods and Services Tax (GST)) will be offered by the RBL Bank in a co-branding
partnership with DMI Finance.
• The credit card will include a range of consumer-friendly benefits like Accelerated reward
points, No-cost Equated Monthly Installment (EMI) options and Discounts at top merchants.
• RBL Bank offers up to 2,000 reward points as a ‘welcome benefit’ to the card members.

12. Which company has recently (in September 2024) received final authorisation from the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to function as an Online Payment Aggregator (PA-O)?
1) Cashfree Payments India Private Limited
2) PayGlocal Technologies Private Limited
3) SabPaisa
4) Worldline ePayments India Private Limited
5) Fiserv india private limited
Answer- 2) PayGlocal Technologies Private Limited
Explanation:
Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based PayGlocal Technologies Private Limited, a cross-border payment
solutions provider, has received final authorisation from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to function
as an Online Payment Aggregator (PA-O).
• With this authorisation, PayGlocal can officially onboard merchants, offering secure,
efficient, and seamless payment processing for businesses.
• PayGlocal will offer a comprehensive suite of payment solutions for various businesses,
reflecting its dedication to providing robust and compliant payment solutions.

ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

1. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) won the order from NTPC Green Energy
Limited(NGEL) for India's largest wind energy order of 1166 Mega Watt (MW)?
1) Greenko Group
2) NHPC Limited
3) Suzlon Group
4) Tata Power Solar Systems
5) Hitachi Energy
Answer- 3) Suzlon Group
Explanation:
Suzlon Group, India’s largest renewable energy solutions provider, has won the order from NTPC
Green Energy Limited(NGEL), the renewables arm of NTPC Limited) for India‘s largest wind energy
order of 1166 Mega Watt (MW).
• The project will be executed across 3 sites – at two projects of NTPC Renewable Energy
Limited, a subsidiary of NGEL, and one project of IndianOil NTPC Green Energy Pvt. Ltd, a
group company of NGEL- in Gujarat.

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 • This will be the first of its kind of project in India to be undertaken by any Public Sector
Undertaking (PSU) and will significantly increase NGEL’s wind portfolio.

2. Which company was recently (in September ‘24) selected to be part of NASA’s USD 476
million Commercial SmallSat Data Acquisition Program On-Ramp1 Multiple Award?
1) Capella Space
2) Dhruva Space Private Limited
3) Pixxel
4) Agnikul Cosmos
5) Astrapi Corporation
Answer- 3) Pixxel
Explanation:
Bengaluru(Karnataka)-based Pixxel, a spacetech startup, was selected to be part of National
Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)’s USD 476 million Commercial SmallSat Data
Acquisition(CSDA) Program On-Ramp1 Multiple Award. It is one of the 8 companies to bag this
contract.
• Pixxel is selected for this award to provide Earth Observation Data (EOD) and related services
for NASA.
• Under this contract, Pixxel will provide NASA and the United States of America (USA)
government and academic partners with hyperspectral EOD.

MoU’s AND AGREEMENTS

1. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with the
Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) to collaborate on strengthening systems and engaging
communities for social change?
1) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
2) Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations
3) United Nations Children’s Fund
4) United Nations Development Programme
5) World Health Organisation
Answer- 3) United Nations Children’s Fund
Explanation:
The Ministry of Panchayati Raj (MoPR) and United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has signed a
Letter of Intent (LoI) to collaborate on strengthening systems and engaging communities for social
change.
• The partnership aims to establish and institutionalise systems for effective communication
among the Ministry, Elected Representatives, Field Functionaries of Panchayati Raj
Institutions, and Rural Communities.
• It will empower rural communities to make informed decisions, improve service delivery, and
boost governance transparency, contributing to a more inclusive and connected rural India.

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2. Which university has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Indian Army (IA)
and the Indian Air Force (IAF)to enhance the logistics capabilities of the Indian Armed Forces?
1) Visva Bharati
2) Dr. Harisingh Gour Vishwavidyalaya
3) Guru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya
4) Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya
5) Mahatma Gandhi Antarrashtriya Hindi Vishwavidyalaya
Answer- 4) Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya
Explanation:
The Indian Army (IA) and the Indian Air Force (IAF) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) to enhance the logistics capabilities of the Indian
Armed Forces.
• Vadodara (Gujarat) based GSV, formerly known as the National Road Transport Institute
(NRTI) is India’s first University in the Transportation and Logistics sectors, which was
established through an Act of Parliament in 2022.
• The MoU aims to strengthen the logistics expertise of the IA and IAF by ensuring the
development of in-house knowledge and skills essential to modern logistics operations.
• It is in line with national development strategies such as the National Logistics Policy (NLP)
2022 and the Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti National Master Plan (PMGS-NMP) 2021.

3. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with the Indian Institute of
Technology Madras Research Park (IITMRP) to work in 4 broad areas, Solar energy (SE), Green
Hydrogen (GH), Electric Vehicles (EVs), and Batteries, and Green Buildings (GBs)?
1) Australia
2) United States of America
3) France
4) Netherlands
5) United Kingdom
Answer- 2) United States of America
Explanation:
The Government of the United States of America (USA) and the Indian Institute of Technology Madras
Research Park (IITMRP) in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN) will partner to work in 4 broad areas namely,
Solar energy (SE), Green Hydrogen (GH), Electric Vehicles (EVs), and Batteries, and Green Buildings
(GBs).
• The partnership aims to bring together researchers, academia, and industry from both
countries to build an ecosystem in these 4 areas.
• The USA will assist TN in cleaning the Cooum River, leveraging expertise from San Antonio
(Chennai’s sister city).

4. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Ministry of Skill
Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) and launched a skill development initiative?
1) Swiggy
2) Flipkart
3) Porter
4) Amazon

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5) Zomato
Answer- 1) Swiggy
Explanation:
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with Swiggy Limited and launched ‘Swiggy Skills’, an initiative which offers
employment opportunities within Swiggy’s food delivery and quick commerce network.
• The initiative was launched by Jayant Chaudhary, Minister of State(MoS) (Independent Charge,
IC), MSDE in New Delhi(Delhi). It aligns with the Government’s vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.
• Swiggy’s partner platform will be integrated into Skill India Digital Hub (SIDH) as part of the
initiative, providing access to online skill development courses, certifications, and training
modules to Swiggy’s workforce.
• It will benefit 2.4 lakh delivery partners and restaurant employees linked with Swiggy.

5. Which Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU
with National Health Authority (NHA) to develop a digital public goods for Artificial
Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector?
1) IIT Kanpur
2) IIT Delhi
3) IIT Hyderabad
4) IIT Bombay
5) IIT Pune
Answer- 1) IIT Kanpur
Explanation:
The National Health Authority (NHA) and Indian Institutes of Technology Kanpur (IITK), Kanpur,
Uttar Pradesh (UP) have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to develop a digital public
goods for Artificial Intelligence (AI) in the healthcare sector.
• Under this MoU, IIT Kanpur will develop a quality-preserving database, an open platform for
comparing and validating AI models, a consent management system for research under the
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM), and also develop a learning platform across a
variety of machine learning model pipelines.
• This partnership helps the researchers to access the high-quality data and to collaborate with
other health ecosystem players.
• It will also accelerate the development of AI-powered health solutions that address critical
health issues.

6. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) has signed a MoU with SJVN Limited and
GMR Energy Limited for the development and implementation of the 900 Megawatt (MW)
Upper Karnali hydro-electric project in Nepal?
1) National Hydroelectric Power Corporation Private Limited
2) Green Power Corporation
3) Gas Authority of India Limited
4) Adani Green Energy Limited
5) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited
Answer- 5) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited

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Explanation:
New Delhi (Delhi) based Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) has signed
a Memorandum of understanding (MoU) with SJVN Limited(formerly known as Satluj Jal Vidyut
Nigam) and GMR Energy Limited for the development and implementation of the 900 Megawatt
(MW) Upper Karnali hydro-electric project in Nepal.
• The Board of Directors (BoD) of IREDA has granted in-principle approval for the project during
their meeting on 16th July, 2024.
• The initiative aims at enhancing regional energy security by developing renewable energy
infrastructure.
• It also aims to boost cross-border clean energy projects, maximise Nepal’s hydropower
potential, and foster cross-border cooperation in the renewable energy sector.

APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS

1. Who was the first Indian to be elected as the President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)
in September 2024?
1) Dr. Mallika Nadda
2) Justice Najmi Waziri
3) Adille Sumariwalla
4) Raja Randhir Singh
5) Jay Shah
Answer- 4) Raja Randhir Singh
Explanation:
On 8th September 2024, Raja Randhir Singh (aged 77), a
former Indian shooter and veteran sports administrator, was
elected as the President of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)
for a tenure of four-year (from 2024 to 2028). He became the
first Indian to serve as President of OCA.
• Raja Randhir Singh had been serving as the Acting
President of OCA since 2021, following the 15-year ban of Sheikh Ahmad Al-Fahad Al-Sabah
from Kuwait.
• He represented India in shooting at the Olympic Games (Tokyo 1964 (Reserve Shooter),
Mexico 1968, Munich 1972, Montreal 1976, Moscow 1980 and Los Angeles 1984).
• He was the first Indian shooter to win gold in the Asian Games (1978). He also won a bronze
in 1982 and a team silver in 1986.
• In 1979, Government of India honoured him with the Arjuna Award (shooting) and the
Government of Punjab honoured him with the Maharaja Ranjit Singh Award.
• He has also received the OCA Award of Merit (2005), and Olympic Order, Silver (2014).

2. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) re-elected as the President of Algeria for the 2nd
term (2024-2029)?
1) Abdelmadjid Tebboune
2) Nicolás Maduro Moros
3) Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa
4) Edward Kieswetter

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5) Abdelaziz Bouteflika
Answer- 1) Abdelmadjid Tebboune
Explanation:
Abdelmadjid Tebboune has been re-elected as the President of Algeria for the 2nd term (2024-
2029). He has been serving as the President of Algeria since 2019.
• According to the National Independent Authority for Elections(NIAE), as an Independent
candidate, Abdelmadjid Tebboune won the presidential election by securing 94.7% of the
votes. The turnout of the election was 48%.
• Abdelmadjid Tebboune was appointed as the President of Algeria in 2019 replacing interim
President Abdelkader Bensalah.

3. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited (ITGI)?
1) Rushabh Gandhi
2) Manimekhalai
3) Ajith Kumar
4) Govind Singh
5) Subrata Mondal
Answer- 5) Subrata Mondal
Explanation:
Subrata Mondal has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD &
CEO) of IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited (ITGI).
• He replaced H O Suri, who has been serving as the MD & CEO of ITGI since October 2021.
• Prior to this position, he served as the Chief Underwriter at ITGI overseeing underwriting
across multiple business lines.
• IFFCO-Tokio General Insurance Company Limited is a 51:49 Joint Venture (JV) between the
Indian Farmers Fertilisers Co-operative (IFFCO) and Japan’s Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc.

4. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Finance Secretary of the Ministry
of Finance (MoF)?
1) N. Kalaiselvi
2) Tuhin Kanta Pandey
3) Ajit Kumar Doval
4) Atul Kumar Chaudhary
5) T V Somanathan
Answer- 2) Tuhin Kanta Pandey
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Tuhin Kanta
Pandey, a 1987-batch Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Odisha cadre as the Finance
Secretary, Ministry of Finance (MoF).
• He replaced T V Somanathan, who was appointed as the new cabinet secretary on August
30 2024.
• He is currently serving in MoF as Secretary of the two departments, the Departments of
Public Enterprises (DPE), and Departments of Investment and Public Asset Management
(DIPAM).

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5. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Controller of Personnel Services
(CPS) in the Indian Navy (IN)?
1) Vice Admiral Krishna Swaminathan
2) Vice Admiral Sanjay Bhalla
3) Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
4) Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty
5) Admiral Ravi Kumar Dhingra
Answer- 4) Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty
Explanation:
Vice Admiral Vineet McCarty, a serving Flag officer, assumed charge as the Controller of Personnel
Services (CPS) in the Indian Navy (IN). Before this, he served as the Commandant of the Indian Naval
Academy (INA). He was commissioned into the IN on 1st July 1989.
Vineet McCarty served as Training Commander at the Naval Academy, and Command Plans Officer at
the Headquarters of Eastern Naval Command (ENC) in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
• He also served as Directing Staff at the Naval and Maritime Academy, Sri Lanka, and was
India’s Defence Adviser to Singapore with concurrent accreditation to the Philippines.

6. Who has been recently (in September 2024) elected as the Chairperson of the Committee of
Parliament on Official Language?
1) Amit Shah
2) Rajnath Singh
3) Nirmala Sitharaman
4) Jaishankar
5) Arvind Kejriwal
Answer- 1) Amit Shah
Explanation:
Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) was unanimously re-elected as the
Chairperson of the Committee of Parliament on Official Language.
• Amit Shah has been holding the position of Chairperson of the Committee from 2019 to 2024.
• 2024 marks the 75th year since Hindi was accepted as the official language.
• The Constituent Assembly accepted Hindi, written in the Devnagari Script as the Official
Language of the Union of India based on the Munshi-Ayyangar formula, on 14 September
1949.

7. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Chief Secretary of Arunachal
Pradesh?
1) Sujata Saunik
2) Manish Kumar Gupta
3) Neerabh Kumar Prasad
4) Manoj Ahuja
5) Nitin Kareer
Answer- 2) Manish Kumar Gupta

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Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has appointed Manish Kumar Gupta, a 1991 batch Indian
Administrative Service (IAS) officer of Arunachal Pradesh (AR), Goa, Mizoram and other Union
Territories (AGMUT) cadre, as the new Chief Secretary (CS) of AR with immediate effect.
• He replaced CS Dharmendra, who has been appointed as Chief Secretary (CS) of Delhi.
• He has served as the Principal Secretary of MHA and as the Additional CS in the Delhi
administration.

8. Who is set to be re-elected as the President of Fédération Internationale de Hockey (FIH -

International Hockey Federation) for a 2nd term?
1) Klaus Schwab
2) Mohammad Tayyab Ikram
3) Harsh Pati Singhania
4) Mark Rutte
5) René Fasel
Answer- 2) Mohammad Tayyab Ikram
Explanation:
Mohammad Tayyab Ikram is set to become the President of Fédération Internationale de
Hockey(FIH- International Hockey Federation) for the second term. He has been serving as the
13thPresident of FIH since 2022.
• For the first time in the history of FIH, Ikram is set to be re-elected as the President of FIH
unopposed.
• The election for the post of FIH President; FIH Ordinary Executive Board Member female and
male will be elected during the 49th FIH Statutory Congres in Muscat, Oman on 9th
November 2024.
• Prior to becoming President of FIH in 2022, He has served as the Chief Executive Officer of
Asian Hockey Federation. He has been a member of FIH Executive Board since 2016.
• He has also served as a member of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) Olympic
Solidarity Commission.
• He was awarded a prestigious title of Dato’ from Malaysia (2010), FIH President’s Award
(2002) and Performance Medal by Governo de Macau (1998).

9. Which of the following persons is "not" one of the six senior advocates who were recently (in
September ‘24) appointed by The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) to serve as
Additional Solicitor Generals (ASGs) in the Supreme Court (SC) of India?
1) S. Dwarakanath
2) Archana Pathak Dave
3) Satya Darshi
4) Sanjay Brijender Chahar
5) Tushar Mehta
Answer- 5) Tushar Mehta
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the
appointment of six senior advocates as Additional Solicitor Generals (ASGs) in the Supreme Court
(SC) of India.

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 • The newly appointed ASGs are S. Dwarakanath, Archana Pathak Dave, Satya Darshi, Sanjay
Brijender Chahar, Raghavendra P. Shankar and Rajkumar Bhaskar Thakare (Raja Thakare).
• These appointments were made for a period of 3 years with effect from the date of assumption
of charge of the office, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
• Tushar Mehta has been serving as the Solicitor General of India since 2018 (re-appointed in
2023).

10. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Managing Director (MD) &
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Galaxy Health Insurance?
1) Arun Kumar Bansal
2) Gopalan Srinivasan
3) Sandeep Batra
4) Rizwan Koita
5) Anuj Gulati
Answer- 2) Gopalan Srinivasan
Explanation:
Gopalan Srinivasan has been appointed as the Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD &
CEO) of Galaxy Health Insurance Company Limited (formerly known as Galaxy Health and Allied
Insurance Company Limited).
• He was the former Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of New India Assurance
Company Limited (NIA).
• He has also served on the boards of various insurance and financial institutions, including
General Insurance Corporation of India Limited(GIC Re) and the General Insurance
Council(GIC).

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

1. Who among the following is ‘not’ featured on the TIME 100 Most Influential People in AI
2024 List?
1) Sundar Pichai
2) Akshit Bansal
3) Anil Kapoor
4) Ashwini Vaishnaw
5) Satya Nadella
Answer- 2) Akshit Bansal
Explanation:
On 5th September 2024, TIME, the New York (the United States of America-USA)based Magazine,
released “TIME 100 Most Influential People in AI 2024”. The list has categorized the influential
people into 4 different categories namely, Leaders, Innovators, Shapers and Thinkers.
• Sundar Pichai, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Google and Alphabet, Union Minister Ashwini
Vaishnaw, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) and Anil Kapoor,
Renowned Actor are among leaders from India or of Indian descent featured on the list.
• This is the 2nd edition of TIME 100 Most Influential People in AI, recognizing the 100 most
influential people shaping the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).

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 • Along with Sundar Pichai, Satya Nadella, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Microsoft
Corporation and Rohit Prasad, Senior Vice President (SVP) and head scientist of Artificial
General Intelligence, Amazon had been featured in the event. click here to read more.

2. Name the award that was recently (in September ‘24) presented by President Droupadi
Murmu to 15 Nurses and Midwives at an event held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi,
Delhi.
1) National Florence Nightingale Award
2) Nelson Mandela Lifetime Achievement Award
3) Golden Peacock Occupational Health & Safety Award
4) Whitley Gold Award
5) Geospatial World Leadership Award
Answer- 1) National Florence Nightingale Award
Explanation:
• Droupadi Murmu, the President of India, presented the National Florence Nightingale
Awards (NFNA) 2024 to the nursing professionals at an event held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan,
in New Delhi, Delhi, recognising 15 Nurses and Midwives for their outstanding commitment
to duty and community service.
• The National Florence Nightingale Awards recognises the meritorious services rendered by
Nursing Professionals in India.
• The Indian Nursing Council (INC), a statutory body under the Ministry of Health and Family
Welfare (MoH&FW) organised the NFNA 2024 Award ceremony on behalf of the MoH&FW.
• The National Florence Nightingale Awards were instituted in 1973 by the MoH&FW.
• In 2024, the 15 awards were presented in 3 categories namely:
o i.Registered Auxiliary Nurses and Midwife (ANM)- 5 Awards;
o ii.Registered Lady Health Visitors (LHV)- 1 Award; and
o iii.Registered Nurses and Midwife – 9 Awards
• Each award consists of a Certificate of Merit, a Cash Award of Rs.1 Lakh and a Medal. Click here
to see the winners of NFNA 2024.

3. Which power station has recently (in September ‘24) been awarded the prestigious 2024
Energy Management Insight Award from the Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM)?
1) Mundra Thermal Power Station
2) Nathpa Jhakri Hydro Power Station
3) Barauni Thermal Power Station
4) Talcher Super Thermal Power Station
5) Tiroda Thermal Power Station
Answer- 4) Talcher Super Thermal Power Station
Explanation:
Odisha based NTPC Talcher Kaniha or Talcher Super Thermal Power Station has been awarded the
prestigious 2024 Energy Management Insight Award from the Clean Energy Ministerial (CEM).
• NTPC Talcher Kaniha was qualified by submitting a comprehensive case study describing its
experiences and the positive impact of the International Organization for Standardization
(ISO) 50001 on its operations.

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 • The award recognition is part of the CEM Energy Management Leadership Awards
program 2024, which recognizes the organisation’s implementation of energy
management systems to achieve energy, economic, and sustainability benefits.
• CHANGSHIN INC Indonesia Factory (Indonesia) and US Air Force Oklahoma City Air
Logistics Complex (OC-ALC), the United States of America (USA) have attained the
program’s top honour, the Award of Excellence in Energy Management.
• 35 organisations have been awarded the Energy Management Insight Award. Of which 4
awards have been awarded to the Indian companies.

SUMMITS, CONFERENCES

1. What is the theme of the World Safety and Operations Conference (WSOC) 2024 that was
recently (in September ‘24) announced by the International Air Transport Association (IATA)?
1) Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations
2) Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development
3) Youth Skills for Peace and Development
4) Plant Health, Safe Trade, and Digital Technology
5) Accreditation: Empowering Tomorrow and Shaping the Future
Answer- 1) Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations
Explanation:
The Montreal (Canada)-based International Air Transport Association (IATA), the trade association
for the world’s airlines, has announced the theme for its 2nd World Safety and Operations Conference
(WSOC) 2024 as “Embracing Innovation and Technology for Safe and Efficient Operations.”
• WSOC will take place from 1-3 October 2024 in Marrakech, Morocco, hosted by Royal Air
Maroc (RAM), the largest national airline of Morocco, with routes for over 80 countries across
the world.
• The 1st IATA WSOC took place in Hanoi, Vietnam in September 2023 under the theme
“Leadership in Action: Driving Safer and More Efficient Operations.”

2. Name the webpage that was recently (in September ‘24) launched during the India-US
Defence Summit held at Stanford University in the United States of America (USA) to help
investors.
1) NIRMAN
2) INDUS-X
3) Krishi Katha
4) PRAVAAH
5) Bhusanket
Answer- 2) INDUS-X
Explanation:
A new INDUS-X web page has been launched during the 3rd edition of the two-day India-United
States Defence Acceleration Ecosystem (INDUS-X) Summit, which was concluded at Stanford
University in Silicon Valley, California, the United States of America (USA) on September 10, 2024.
• The INDUS-X web page is a platform for investors and startups to learn about the program, its
objectives, and partnership opportunities. It includes a database of participating companies
and upcoming activities.

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 • The theme of the summit is ‘Harnessing Investment Opportunities to Enhance Cross-
Border Defence Innovation Ecosystems’.
• The USA and Indian companies highlighted INDUSWERX, a testing consortium led by private-
sector organisations, provides enterprises for new technology testing and experimentation.
• The INDUS-X initiative was launched on June 21 2023 by the USA DoD and the MoD, GoI during
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi’s state visit to Washington, DC, USA.

3. Which city hosted the 2nd edition of the International Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-
2024) in September 2024?
1) Mumbai, Maharashtra
2) Kolkata, West Bengal
3) Hyderabad, Telangana
4) Bhubaneswar, Odisha
5) New Delhi, Delhi
Answer- 5) New Delhi, Delhi
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually inaugurated the 2nd edition of the International
Conference on Green Hydrogen (ICGH-2024) in New Delhi, Delhi, unveiling India’s comprehensive
strategy to become a global hub for the production, utilisation, and export of Green Hydrogen (GH).
• GH has the potential to decarbonise hard-to-electrify sectors like refineries, fertilisers, steel,
and heavy-duty transportation.
• The 2nd ICGH 2024 was organised by the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and
the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser (PSA) to the Government of India (GoI), in
association with the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoP&NG), the Department of
Science and Technology (DST), and the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research
(DSIR), Ministry of Science and Technology (MoST)
• The Solar Energy Corporation of India (SECI) and EY are the implementation and knowledge
partners, respectively.
• Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) is the industry partner.
• The GoI launched the National Green Hydrogen Mission (NGHM) in 2023 to make India a
global hub for the production, use, and export of GH and its derivatives.
• NGHM will build capabilities to produce at least 5 Million Metric Tonnes (MMT) of GH per
annum by 2030, with an associated renewable energy capacity addition of about 125 Gigawatt
(GW) in India.
• India’s solar energy capacity grew by 3000% in the same period.

4. In September 2024, the 2nd Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation (APMC) was
held in _________.
1) Montreal, Canada
2) Chicago, USA
3) New Delhi, India
4) Beijing, China
5) Colombo, Sri Lanka
Answer- 3) New Delhi, India

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Explanation:
Union Minister Kinjarapu Rammohan Naidu, Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA), Government of
India(GoI) inaugurated the 2nd Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference on Civil Aviation (APMC) at Bharat
Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi from 11th to 12th September, 2024.
• The two-day conference was organised by the MoCA in partnership with the International Civil
Aviation Organisation (ICAO). The conference was mainly focused on key challenges such as:
infrastructure development, sustainability, and workforce development.
• On 12th September 2024, The Draft Asia Pacific Ministerial Declaration on Civil Aviation
(Delhi Declaration) was unanimously adopted at 2nd APMC in the presence of Prime Minister
(PM) Narendra Modi.
• The 1st APMC was held in Beijing, the capital city of China in 2018.
• The ICAO gave the presentation on the establishment of the Pacific Small Island Developing
States Liaison Office, aimed to support smaller nations in addressing civil aviation challenges.
• A special ceremony was organised to commemorate the 80th anniversary of ICAO and the
Chicago convention which highlighted the ICAO’s role in shaping international standards over
the last 80 years.
• GoI aims to increase women’s participation in the aviation workforce to 25% by 2025. Click
here to read more.

COMMITTEE AND MEETING

1. Which committee has been recently (in September ‘24) dissolved by the Ministry of Statistics
and Programme Implementation?
1) Public Accounts Committee
2) Committee on Estimates
3) Committee on Public Undertakings
4) Committee on Welfare of Other Backward Classes
5) Standing Committee on Statistics
Answer- 5) Standing Committee on Statistics
Explanation:
The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) has dissolved the 14-member
Standing Committee on Statistics (SCoS), led by former chief statistician Pronab Sen after the
committee members questioned the delay in conducting the decennial Census.
• The MoSPI constituted a Steering Committee for the NSS based on a recommendation from the
National Statistical Commission (NSC).
• It was constituted to address survey-related issues of the National Sample Survey Office
(NSSO).
• The new committee is chaired by Rajeeva Laxman Karandikar, Chairman of the NSC, and
includes at least 4 members from the dissolved SCoS.
• On July 13, 2023, the GoI constituted a 14-member SCoS, after renaming and expanding the
scope of coverage of the Standing Committee on Economic Statistics (SCES) formed in
December 2019.
• The SCoS was tasked to assist the GoI with survey methodology, including sampling frame,
sampling design, etc. Its primary focus was to understand the data needs of the user
community and ensure its availability.

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 INDEX

1. Which of the following has recently (in September ‘24) launched the ‘Health Dynamics of
India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23 report?
1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
2) World Health Organization
3) International Labour Organization
4) National Medical Commission
5) NITI Aayog
Answer- 1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
On September 9, 2024, Union Secretary Apurva Chandra, Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
(MoHFW), launched the ‘Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-
23‘ report in New Delhi (Delhi).
• This annual publication, which was previously called Rural Health Statistics, has been
published since 1992.
• The report gives comprehensive insights into the country’s healthcare infrastructure and
workforce with updates as of March 31 each year.
• The report examines and compares health infrastructure and manpower data from 2005 to
2023, with a special focus on the period from 2022 to 2023, highlighting both advancements
and areas needing improvement.
• The report includes focused insights on healthcare infrastructure and personnel in rural,
urban, and tribal regions, aiding in targeted planning and policymaking.

2. Who will be most likely to become the world’s 1st trillionaire by 2027, according to the
report of Informa Connect Academy?
1) Mukesh Ambani
2) Elon Musk
3) Gautam Adani
4) Ratan Naval Tata
5) Bernard Arnault
Answer- 2) Elon Musk
Explanation:
According to an Informa Connect Academy report titled “2024 Trillion Dollar Club” , Elon Musk,
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tesla Motors and SpaceX , is most likely to become the world’s 1st
trillionaire by 2027.
• As per the report, Elon Musk who is currently, the richest man in the world with total net
worth of USD 248 billion(as per the Bloomberg Billionaires Index on September 12, 2024)
to become the world’s 1st trillionaire requires his wealth to grow at an average annual
growth rate of nearly 110%.
• The report estimated that Gautam Adani(USD 111 billion), Chairman of Adani Group
(India) will become the 2nd trillionaire by 2028, if his ports-to-power conglomerate
continues to grow at an average annual rate of approximately 123%.
• Jensen Huang(USD 95 billion), CEO of NVIDIA, the United States of America(USA) has
been ranked at 3rd position among the top 10 individuals to become trillionaires, is

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 estimated to surpass the trillion-dollar mark by 2028, if his company grows at an average
annual rate of 111.88%.
• As per the report, the USA-based software company, Microsoft Corporation has topped
among the trillion-dollar businesses in 2024, with a market capitalization of USD 3.394
trillion(as of 3rd July 2024), followed by Apple and NVIDIA ranked at 2nd and 3rd
position with market capitalization of USD 3.323 trillion and USD 3.057 trillion respectively.
Click here to read more.

3. India secured _____ rank in U.S. News & World Report’s Annual Best Countries Ranking 2024.
1) 30th
2) 32nd
3) 33rd
4) 37th
5) 39th
Answer- 3) 33rd
Explanation:
According to the 9th edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Annual Best Countries Ranking 2024,
India has slipped by 3 positions, from 30th spot (in 2023) to 33rd spot (in 2024) with an overall score
of 46.4.
• Switzerland has topped the Best Countries rankings for 2024 with an overall score of 100, for
the 3rd consecutive year and for the 7th year since its inception.
• Japan has secured 2nd position in the latest rankings, followed by the United States of America
(USA) and Canada ranked at 3rd and 4th position respectively.
• According to the report, India has an area of 3,287, 263 Square Kilometer (Sq. km), and a
population of around 1.4 billion with Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of USD 3.55 trillion.
• Among the 10 sub-rankings of the report, India was featured among top 10 countries in only
two sub-rankings i.e. in “Movers” category (7th ) and Heritage category (10th rank).
• India has again secured 12th position in “Power” category for the 2nd consecutive year with a
score of 45.1.
• India saw a drop in its ranking in the “Cultural Influence” category from 29th position (in
2023) to 34th position (in 2024).Click here to read more.

ACQUISITION AND MERGERS

1. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) set to sell a 6.78% stake in the General
Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re) through an Offer-For-Sale (OFS) to raise Rs 4,700
crore?
1) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
2) Ministry of Finance
3) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
4) Ministry of Heavy Industries
5) Ministry of Power
Answer- 2) Ministry of Finance

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Explanation:
The Ministry of Finance (MoF), Government of India (GoI) is set to sell a 6.78% stake in the General
Insurance Corporation of India (GIC Re), a state-owned public sector reinsurance company, through
an Offer-For-Sale (OFS), aiming to raise approximately Rs 4,700 crore. This is the first stake sale
since GIC Re’s 2017 OFS listing.
• Initially, the government will divest 3.39% of the equity. An additional 3.39% is available as a
green shoe option.
• The floor price for the OFS is set at Rs 395 per share, around 6% below the Current Market
Price (CMP) of Rs 420.8. The government’s current stake in GIC Re is 85.78%.

2. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) got approval from the Competition
Commission of India (CCI) to merge with Tata Capital Limited (TCL)?
1) Tata AIA Life Insurance
2) Tata Motors Finance Limited
3) Tata Investment Corporation Limited
4) Tata AIG General Insurance Company Limited
5) Tata Consultancy Services
Answer- 2) Tata Motors Finance Limited
Explanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the merger of Tata Motors Finance Limited
(TMFL) with and into Tata Capital Limited (TCL) and the subscription of certain shares of Aditya
Infotech Limited (AIL) by Dixon Technologies (India) Limited (DTIL), and the acquisition of shares
of AIL Dixon Technologies Private Limited (ATDPL) currently held by DTIL by AIL on 10 September
2024.
• TCL will be the surviving entity, formalised through a scheme of arrangement filed with the
National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT).
• TCL, a subsidiary of Tata Sons Private Limited (TSPL), is operating as a Non-Banking Financial
Company – Investment and Credit Company (NBFC-ICC).
• TMFL is an NBFC-ICC focused on financing new vehicles (manufactured by Tata Motors Limited
and its group companies) and pre-owned vehicles.
• It offers loans and advances to transporters, dealers, and vendors of Tata Motors Limited.

DEFENCE

1. In September 2024, India successfully launched an Agni-4 missile from the Integrated Test
Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha
Agni-4 belongs to which type of missile?
1) Submarine-launched ballistic Missile
2) Intercontinental ballistic missile
3) Medium Range Surface to Air Missile
4) Hypersonic Cruise missile
5) Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile
Answer- 5) Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile

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Explanation:
India successfully launched an Intermediate Range Ballistic Missile (IRBM) called Agni-4 from the
Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Chandipur, Odisha. The launch was conducted under the supervision
of the Strategic Forces Command (SFC) and has validated all operational and technical parameters.
• Agni-4 is the 4th missile in the Agni series. It was designed and developed by the Defence
Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).
• The Agni-4 is a long-range, surface-to-surface ballistic missile with a range of 4,000
kilometers (km), capable of carrying nuclear warheads.
• It is equipped with an indigenous-built ring laser gyroscope with a Micro Inertial Navigation
System (MINGS), achieving 100 meters (m) accuracy.Click here to read more

2. Which shipbuilding company has recently (in September ‘24) launched two indigenously
designed and constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water-Crafts (ASW-SWCs) named
the Indian Naval Ship (INS) Malpe and INS Mulki?
1) Mazagon Dock Limited
2) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited
3) Cochin Shipyard Limited
4) SECON Engineering Projects Private Limited
5) L&T Shipbuilding Limited
Answer- 3) Cochin Shipyard Limited
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Kerala-based Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) launched 2 indigenously
designed and constructed Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water-Crafts (ASW-SWCs) named the
Indian Naval Ship (INS) Malpe and INS Mulki built for the Indian Navy (IN).
• These are the 4th and 5th ships of the 8 ASW-SWC projects being built by the CSL for IN.
• The vessels are 78.0 meters (m) long, and 11.36 m wide with a draught of about 2.7 m.
• The displacement is about 900 tonnes and would be able to achieve a maximum speed of 25
knots and endurance of 1,800 nautical miles (nmi).
• These ships are designed to undertake anti-submarine operations in coastal waters, Low-
Intensity Maritime Operations (LIMO), and mine-laying operations, including subsurface
surveillance.

3. Name the military exercise between India and the United States of America (USA) that has
recently commenced (in September ‘24) at the Foreign Training Node in Rajasthan.
1) Khaan Quest
2) JIMEX-24
3) Red Flag 24-2
4) RIMPAC
5) YUDH ABHYAS
Answer- 5) YUDH ABHYAS
Explanation:
On September 9, 2024, the 20th edition of the India-United States of America (USA) Joint Military
Exercise ‘YUDH ABHYAS’ began at the Foreign Training Node in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges,
Rajasthan. It will run until September 22, 2024.

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 • YUDH ABHYAS 2024 exercise marks a significant increase in both the scope and complexity
of the exercise in terms of military power and equipment.
• The 19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS was held in Alaska, USA.
• It aims to strengthen interoperability, camaraderie, and defence cooperation between the
two nations.
• The exercise focuses on enhancing joint counter-terrorism capabilities in a semi-desert
environment under Chapter VII of the United Nations (UN) Charter.

4. Which defence company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a contract worth Rs 26,000
crore with the Ministry of Defence (MoD) for procurement of 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-
30MKI aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF)?
1) Sagar Defence Engineering Private Limited
2) Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace Technologies Private Limited
3) Airbus Defence and Space
4) Kadet Defence Systems
5) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Answer- 5) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, the Ministry of Defence (MoD) signed a contract worth Rs 26,000 crore with
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) for procurement of 240 AL-31FP Aero Engines for Su-30MKI
aircraft of the Indian Air Force (IAF). This contract marks a major step in India’s drive towards self-
reliance under the Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative.
• As per the contract, these aero-engines will be manufactured at Koraput division of HAL in
Koraput district, Odisha. It aimed to fulfill the requirements of IAF to sustain the operational
capability of the Su-30 fleet for the defence preparedness of the country.
• HAL will supply 30 Aero-engines annually as per the contract delivery schedule. The delivery
of all 240 aero-engines, expected to be completed over the period of next 8 years.
• It is a multi-role air fighter jet designed especially for the IAF by Russian manufacturer Sukhoi
and assembled by HAL.
• It is equipped with two AL-31FP turbofan engines and has a maximum speed of Mach 2.

5. Name the country where the Indian Navy(IN)'s P8I aircraft recently (in September
‘24) reached to participate in the 16th edition of Exercise Kakadu 2024.
1) United States of America
2) Thailand
3) Mongolia
4) Australia
5) Japan
Answer- 4) Australia
Explanation:
Exercise Kakadu 2024, the 16th edition of the biennial exercise led by Royal Australian Navy(RAN)
and supported by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) is being held in Darwin, Australia from
September 7 to 20, 2024.
• The Indian Navy(IN)’s P8I aircraft, led by Captain Ajay Kanwar, has arrived in Darwin,
Australia, to participate in Ex Kakadu 2024.

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 • Ex Kakadu 2024 is being held under the theme “Regional Cooperation through Trusted
and Proven Partnerships”.
• The exercise involves over 3,000 personnel from 32 nations and features 13 warships, a
submarine, over 10 aircraft including maritime patrol units and unmanned systems.
• Exercise Kakadu, inceptioned in 1993, is the flagship regional international engagement
activity of RAN.

6. Name the missile that the Indian Navy (IN) and the Defence Research and Development
Organization (DRDO) successfully tested in flight from the launchpad of the Integrated Test
Range (ITR) in Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha in September 2024.
1) Long Range Cruise Missiles
2) Phase-II Ballistic Missile Defence System
3) Minuteman III
4) Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile
5) BrahMos
Answer- 4) Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile
Explanation:
Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), and the Indian Navy (IN) conducted a
successful flight test of an indigenously built Vertical Launch Short Range Surface-to-Air Missile (VL-
SR SAM) from the launchpad of the Integrated Test Range (ITR) at Chandipur in Balasore district off
the coast of Odisha.
• The flight test was conducted using a land-based vertical launcher, engaging a high-speed
aerial target flying at a low altitude. The missile system successfully detected and hit the
target.
• The flight test aimed to validate several updated components of the weapon system,
including the Proximity Fuse and Seeker.
• The system’s performance was meticulously monitored and verified using various range
instruments, such as the Radar, Electro-Optical Tracking System (EOTS), and Telemetry,
deployed at ITR Chandipur.
• VL-SR SAM is a ship-based weapon system developed by Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL), a
Hyderabad (Telangana)-based Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the MoD, for the IN.
• It provides IN warships with quick-reaction air defence against supersonic, low-flying
targets like aircraft and drones, even in all weather conditions.
• The VL-SR SAM is built with 4 small wings to maintain stability during flight and is expected
to carry a high-explosive warhead filled with pre-formed fragments.

7. Name the joint exercise that was recently (in September ‘24)conducted between the Indian
Air Force (IAF) and the Royal Oman Air Force (RAFO) in Oman.
1) Tarkash
2) Pitch Black
3) Eastern Bridge
4) Red Flag 24-2
5) Cyber Suraksha
Answer- 3) Eastern Bridge

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Explanation:
The Indian Air Force (IAF) contingent comprising Mikoyan-Gurevich (MiG)-29s, Jaguars fighter
planes, and C-17 Globemaster III transport planes were participating in the ongoing 7th edition of
Exercise Eastern Bridge at Air Force base Masirah, Oman.
• The bilateral exercise began on September 11 2024 and will end on September 22 2024.
• The Exercise Eastern Bridge is a joint exercise between the IAF and the Royal Oman Air Force
(RAFO).It has been held annually since 2009.
• Exercise Eastern Bridge aims to enhance tactical and operational skills, promote mutual
understanding, and strengthen the ability of both air forces to collaborate effectively in various
circumstances.
• The 5th edition of the bilateral military exercise Al NAJAH between the Indian Army(IA) and
the Royal Army of Oman began on September 13, 2024, at the Rabkoot Training Area in
Salalah, Oman. It will end on 26th September, 2024.It has been held biennially since 2015. Click
here to read more.

SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Name India's 1st space station which will be launched by 2028 by Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO).
1) Bharatiya Antariksh Station
2) International Space Station
3) Tiangong space station
4) Skylab
5) Salyut
Answer- 1) Bharatiya Antariksh Station
Explanation:
The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) plans to launch the 1st base module of the Bharatiya
Antariksh Station (BAS), India’s 1st space station, by 2028. The BAS will have 5 modules.
• The entire station with a mass of about 52 tonnes is expected to be fully assembled in space
by 2035.
• ISRO is also in the process of building a new generation rocket – Soorya – to lift off the
heavier modules.

2. Which space tech firm has recently (in September ‘24) launched 10 Low Earth Orbit (LEO)
satellites from the Taiyuan Satellite Launch Centre (TSLC) located in the northern province of
Shanxi, China?
1) Blue Origin
2) Rocket Lab
3) Boeing
4) Geespace
5) Venturi Astrolab
Answer- 4) Geespace

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Explanation:
On 6th September 2024, Geespace, a satellite technology company backed by Chinese automaker
Geely Technology Group, launched the 3rd batch of satellites as part of its plan to form a mega-
constellation.
• This included 10 Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellites, launched from the Taiyuan Satellite
Launch Centre (TSLC) located in the northern province of Shanxi, China.
• This deployment holds great significance as it marks the 1st time a Chinese commercial
aerospace company has offered LEO satellite communication on an international level.
• With the launch of the 3rd batch, the constellation now comprises 30 satellites covering
90% of the globe with 24-hour (hr) communication services.
• LEO satellites usually operate at the height of 300-2000 kilometer (km) above the Earth’s
surface, offer more efficient transmission and are cheaper to launch compared to higher-
orbit satellites.

3. Which company has recently (in September 2024) announced plans to set-up India’s 1st
multi-sensor, all-weather, high-revisit Earth Observation Satellite Constellation (EOSC)?
1) Dhruva Space Private Limited
2) Astrogate Labs Private Limited
3) NewSpace India Limited
4) GalaxEye Space Solutions Private Limited
5) Nibe Space Private Limited
Answer- 5) Nibe Space Private Limited
Explanation:
On 8th September 2024, Nibe Space Private Limited (NSPL), a subsidiary of Nibe Limited, has
announced plans to set-up India’s 1st multi-sensor, all-weather, high-revisit Earth Observation
Satellite Constellation (EOSC) at an event held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• It aims to promote India’s defence and space capabilities while promoting self-reliance in the
strategically important defence-space sector.
• During the event, NSPL has signed Memorandum of Understandings (MoUs) with leading
Indian and global infrastructure and defence companies to collaborate as a Consortium.
• Through this consortium, NSPL aims to deploy a constellation of 40 Low-Earth Orbit (LEO)
satellites over the next 5 to 6 years. The constellation will offer high-resolution imagery and
enhanced revisit times for defence and strategic purposes.

4. Name the SpaceX’s Crew Mission that has recently (in September ‘24) led by an American
billionaire entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, returned to Earth following the successful
completion of the world's 1st private spacewalk.
1) PREFIRE
2) NROL-146
3) Polaris Dawn
4) EarthCARE
5) Axiom-4
Answer- 3) Polaris Dawn

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Explanation:
On 15th September 2024, SpaceX’s Polaris Dawn Mission Crew, led by an American billionaire
entrepreneur Jared Isaacman, a pilot and the founder of electronic payments company Shift4,
returned to the Earth following the successful completion of the world's 1st private spacewalk.
• The Dragon capsule of SpaceX which carried 4 crew members for the mission splashed
down in the Gulf of Mexico near Dry Tortugas, Florida, the United States of America (USA).
• The mission achieved the 1st ever private spacewalk while orbiting nearly 460 miles (i.e.
740 kilometers (kms)) above the Earth, lasted 1 hour and 46 minutes, and surpassed the
International Space Station (ISS) and Hubble Space Telescope.
• The mission included 4 crew members: Jared Isaacman was the commander of the
mission. While Scott Poteet, a retired U.S. Air Force Lieutenant Colonel served as the pilot of
the mission, Sarah Gillis and Anna Menon, both senior engineers at SpaceX, were the
mission specialists.
• The crew members of the mission walked into space wearing SpaceX designed new
Extravehicular Activity (EVA) suits.
• Polaris Dawn Mission is the first of the three testing and development missions under the
Polaris Program, collaboration between Jared Issacman and Elon Musk’s SpaceX.
• The 5-day mission was launched aboard SpaceX’s Falcon9 rocket on 10th September, 2024
from Launch Complex 39A at Kennedy Space Centre of National Aeronautics and Space
Administration (NASA) in Florida, the USA.
• The crew of the Polaris Dawn mission became the 1st crew who has successfully conducted
the test of SpaceX’s Starlink laser-based communications in space which will help in future
space communications systems required for missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond.

SPORTS

1. Who has recently (in September 2024) won the Men’s Singles title at the US Open 2024?
1) Carlos Alcaraz
2) Alexander Zverev
3) Novak Djokovic
4) Taylor Fritz
5) Jannik Sinner
Answer- 5) Jannik Sinner
Explanation:
The United States (US) Open Tennis Championships 2024, commonly called the US Open 2024, was
held from 19th August 2024 to 8th September 2024 on outdoor hard courts at USTA Billie Jean King
National Tennis Center, New York, the United States of America(USA).
• Jannik Sinner of Italy (World No. 1) won the Men’s Singles title of the US Open 2024 by
defeating Taylor Fritz of the United States of America (USA) (World no. 12) in the finals held
at Arthur Ashe Stadium in New York, USA.
• Belarusian tennis player Aryna Sabalenka won the Women’s Singles title by defeating USA’s
Jessica Pegula in the finals.
• Australia’s Max Purcell and Jordan Thompson won the Men’s Doubles title at the US Open
2024 after defeating Germany’s Kevin Krawietz and Tim Puetz in the finals.

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 • Latvian Jelena Ostapenko and Ukraine’s Lyudmyla Kichenok won the women’s doubles title at
the US Open 2024 with a victory over Chinese-French pairing Zhang Shaui and Kristina
Mladenovic.
• The Italian pair of Sara Errani and Andrea Vavassori secured the mixed doubles title at the US
Open after defeating the American duo of Taylor Townsend and Donald Young in the finals.
• The total prize money of US Open 2024 was pegged at USD 75 million. The men’s and women’s
singles champions will earn USD 3.6 million each.
• The 2024 US Open was the 144th edition of the US Open.Click here to read more

2. Name the England Cricketer who has recently (in September 2024) announced his
retirement from International cricket.
1) Moeen Ali
2) Shahid Afridi
3) Pat Cummins
4) David Warner
5) Dawid Malan
Answer- 1) Moeen Ali
Explanation:
England’s Cricketer Moeen Ali has retired from international cricket. He last played for the England
team in the International Cricket Council (ICC) Men’s Twenty20 (T20) World Cup 2024, co-hosted by
the West Indies and the United States of America (USA) in June 2024.
• He made his international debut in 2014 against West Indies and he has played 138 One
Day Internationals (ODIs), 92 T20 Internationals (T20Is), and 68 Tests.
• He was a part of the England team that won the 2019 ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup, held in
England and Wales (the United Kingdom), and the 2022 ICC Men’s T20 World Cup, held in
Australia.
• His 204 Test wickets made him the third-best England spinner in the format, after Derek
Underwood (297) and Graeme Swann (255).

3. India won _____ medals in the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games and ranked 18th among the 170
participating nations.
1) 19
2) 22
3) 24
4) 28
5) 29
Answer- 5) 29
Explanation:
India concluded the 2024 Summer Paralympics, also known as the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games –
the 17th edition of the Summer Paralympic Games, with a record 29 medals (7 gold, 9 silver, and 13
bronze). India is ranked 18th among the 170 participating nations. 2024 Summer Paralympics held
from 28th August 2024 to 8th September 2024 in Paris, France.
• This marks India’s most successful performance in Paralympic history surpassing the 19-medal
haul at the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics.

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 • China topped the Medal tally with 220 medals (94 gold; 76 Silver and 50 Bronze) followed by
Great Britain at 2nd place with 124 medals (49 golds, 44 Silver and 31 Bronze) and the United
States of America (USA) at the 3rd place with 105 medals (36 Gold; 42 Silver and 27 Bronze).
• Team India achieved its best-ever single-day gain at the Paralympics, winning eight medals (2
Gold, 3 Silver and 3 bronze) in Paris 2024.
• The duo broke the World Record with a combined score of 1399 to set a new Paralympic
Record at the Paris Games.
• Harvinder Singh won the gold medal in the Men’s individual recurve open event and secured
India’s first-ever Paralympic gold medal in Archery.
• Avani Lekhara won the gold medal in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle Standing SH1 and became
the first Indian woman to win two gold medals in the Games’ history.
• Sumit Antil won the gold medal in the men’s javelin throw F64 class at Paris 2024 and became
the first Indian male para-athlete to defend his title in the Paralympics.
• Navdeep Singh won a gold in the men’s javelin throw F41 class at Paris 2024 with a new
Paralympic record of 47.32m to register India’s first-ever medal in the category.
• India’s Nitesh Kumar won his first Gold medal in the Paralympics by defeating Tokyo 2020
silver medallist Daniel Bethell of Great Britain in the men’s singles badminton SL3 class. Click
here to read more.

4. The Olympic Council of Asia has recently (in September ‘24) included Yogasana as a
demonstration sport in the 2026 Asian Games which is scheduled to be held in ________.
1) Japan
2) India
3) Australia
4) Uzbekistan
5) China
Answer- 1) Japan
Explanation:
The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) confirmed that Yogasana, the practice of traditional Indian yoga
postures, will be featured as a Demonstration Sport at the upcoming 2026 Asian Games which will
be held in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan.
• The decision was unanimously passed at the 44th OCA General Assembly, held in New Delhi,
Delhi and confirmed Yoga’s inclusion as a Demonstration Sport
• This decision highlights a significant step towards further promoting Yoga, a 5,000-year-old
tradition from India on the international sporting stage.
• The OCA aims to popularise yoga internationally, hoping it becomes a medal event in the 2030
Asian Games, in Doha, Qatar.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS

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 OBITUARY

1. Renowned translator K. Chellappan passed away in September 2024.

K. Chellappan was honoured with Sahitya Akademi Award for his translation of Rabindranath
Tagore’s Novel ‘Gora’ from Bengali to Tamil in _________(Year).
1) 2010
2) 2018
3) 2016
4) 2020
5) 2008
Answer- 4) 2020
Explanation:
Sahitya Akademi Awardee and renowned English teacher, translator K. Chellappan passed away at
the age of 88 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu (TN). He was born in 1936.
• In 2020, he was honoured with Sahitya Akademi Award for his translation of
Rabindranath Tagore’s Novel ‘Gora’ from Bengali to Tamil.
• His noted works include the World as a Stage: Shakespearean Transformations; R.K.
Narayan: The Ironic Mythmaker; Literature within/across the walls: Comparative studies in
classical and modern Tamil Literature; and Tagore, Bharathi, and T.S. Eliot: Towards
Creative Unity (Tagore lectures).
• He has also translated many Tamil books, including Kuraloviyam, Thenpandi Singam and
Meesai Mulaithal Vayathil written by former TN Chief Minister(CM) M Karunanidhi, into
English
• In 2017, he also received the Lifetime Achievement Award for Translation and Best
Translator Award by the Government of TN .

2. Name the renowned Indian film scholar nicknamed the ‘Mother of Asian Cinema’, who had
passed away in September 2024.
1) Aruna Vasudev
2) Kamala Pujari
3) Malti Joshi
4) Kamla Beniwal
5) Vani Jairam
Answer- 1) Aruna Vasudev
Explanation:
Aruna Vasudev, a renowned Indian film scholar, critic, festival curator and painter, has passed away
at the age of 88 in New Delhi (Delhi). She was born in 1936 in British India.
• She was called by the nickname ‘Mother of Asian Cinema’, renowned for raising interest and
knowledge on Asian film cultures around the world.
• She had also directed around 20 documentaries, and edited several books, including a
translation from French into English of Jean-Claude Carriere’s “In Search of the Mahabharata:
Notes of Travels in India with Peter Brook”.
• She has won numerous awards which includes the France’s highest cultural awards Officer of
the Order of Arts and Letters in 2019 and the first Satyajit Ray Memorial Award by

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 Fédération Internationale de la Presse Cinématographique-International Federation of Film
Critics (FIPRESCI) India.

3. Name the former President of Peru who had passed away at the age of 86 in September 2024.
1) Francisco Morales Bermúdez
2) Nguyen Phu Trong
3) Saulos Klaus Chilima
4) Ebrahim Raisi
5) Alberto Kenya Fujimori Inomoto
Answer- 5) Alberto Kenya Fujimori Inomoto
Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, Alberto Kenya Fujimori Inomoto, the former President of Peru (officially
the Republic of Peru), passed away at the age of 86 in Lima, Peru. He was born in Lima on 28th July
1938.
• Alberto served as the 54th President of Peru for the two consecutive five-year terms (1990
to 2000).
• Alberto Fujimori, an engineer, professor and Peruvian politician, first entered politics in
1989 as the head of the new political party Cambio 90 (Change 90).
• He won in the 1990 presidential election and he was re-elected in 1995.

IMPORTANT DAYS

1. When is the United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies observed
across the world to raise awareness about the importance of clean air for a sustainable future?
1) September 7
2) July 12
3) June 15
4) May 3
5) August 7
Answer- 1) September 7
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is annually observed
across the world on 7 September to raise awareness about the importance of clean air for a
sustainable future. 7 September 2024 marks the observance of the 5th annual International Day of
Clean Air for Blue Skies.
• The 2024 theme of International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies is, “Invest in #CleanAirNow.”
• The first-ever International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies was observed on 7 September
2020.
• During the International Day of Clean Air for Blue Skies (Swachh Vayu Diwas) 2024, the
Swachh Vayu Survekshan (SVS) Awards 2024 were presented to the best-performing
National Clean Air Programme (NCAP) cities in India, at an event, hosted by the Rajasthan State
Pollution Control Board (RSPCB) in Jaipur, Rajasthan. click here to read more.

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2. When was the first-ever United Nations (UN)’s World Duchenne Awareness Day observed
across the globe to create awareness about the Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD), a
genetic disorder that affects muscles.?
1) July 22
2) June 28
3) September 7
4) May 16
5) March 14
Answer- 3) September 7
Explanation:
The first-ever United Nations (UN)’s World Duchenne Awareness Day (WDAD) or World Duchenne
Muscular Dystrophy Day was observed across the globe on 7th September 2024 to raise awareness
about Duchenne and Becker Muscular Dystrophy (DMD/BMD), a genetic disorder that affects
muscles.
• The day promotes education, advocacy, and social inclusion initiatives to improve the quality of
life for those who have dystrophinopathies.
• The theme of WDAD 2024 is ‘Raise your voice for Duchenne’, which creates a society that
provides equal opportunities for all.
• On 29th November 2023, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the
resolution (A/RES/78/12) and officially designated 7th September of every year as World
Duchenne Awareness Day, starting from 2024. click here to read more.

3. The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Police Cooperation was observed across the
world on ______________ to promote international cooperation between police forces around the
world
1) July 1
2) June 6
3) May 7
4) September 7
5) June19
Answer- 4) September 7
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Police Cooperation is annually observed across the
globe on 7th September to recognise and promote international cooperation between police forces
around the world.
• The day highlights the importance of collaboration between law enforcement agencies across
borders in tackling transnational crime and ensuring global security.
• 7th September 2024 marks the observance of the 2nd International Day of Police
Cooperation.
• The theme of the International Day of Police Cooperation 2024 is “Police Integrity,
Accountability, and Oversight”.
• On 16th December 2022, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution
A/RES/77/241 and proclaimed the 7th September of every year as the International Day of
Police Cooperation.

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 • The 1st International Day of Police Cooperation was observed on 7th September 2023. click
here to read more.

4. UNESCO’s International Literacy Day is annually celebrated across the globe on

_________________ to raise awareness about the significance of literacy as a fundamental human
right and a matter of dignity.
1) July 12
2) September 8
3) June 12
4) May 18
5) April 15
Answer- 2) September 8
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO’s) International
Literacy Day (ILD) is annually observed across the globe on 8 September to remind the international
community of the importance of literacy for individuals, communities, and societies.
• The 2024 theme of ILD is, “Promoting Multilingual Education: Literacy for Mutual
Understanding and Peace“.
• During the ILD 2024 events, the 2024 UNESCO International Literacy Prizes (ILP) were
awarded to 6 exceptional literacy programs from Austria, Egypt, Ghana, Indonesia, Nigeria,
and Panama.
• The first-ever International Literacy Day was observed on 8 September 1967.
• On 7 September 2024, Sanjay Kumar, Secretary of the Department of School Education and
Literacy (DoSEL), the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (GoI) chaired an
international conference titled “Spectrum of Literacy” as a prelude to ILD 2024.Click here to
read more

5. When was the International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD) annually observed across the
globe?
1) June 18
2) August 10
3) July 29
4) March 3
5) September 7
Answer- 5) September 7
Explanation:
The International Vulture Awareness Day (IVAD) is annually observed across the globe on the 1st
Saturday of September, to raise awareness about Vulture conservation and the important role these
birds play in ecosystems.IVAD 2024 falls on 7 September 2024.
• Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF)-India, in collaboration with the Bird Count India (BCI),
and eBird launched Vulture Count 2024, a vulture estimating program across India. Running
from 7 September to 6 October 2024, this count aligns with the IVAD 2024 (7 September).
• IVAD 2023 was observed on 2 September 2023;
• IVAD 2025 will be observed on 6 September 2025.Click here to read more

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6. When was the World Physical Therapy Day or World Physiotherapy Day annually observed
across the world?
1) July 1
2) September 8
3) June 8
4) May 29
5) August 10
Answer- 2) September 8
Explanation:
World Physiotherapy Day (WPTD) also known as World Physical Therapy Day is annually observed
across the globe on September 8 to raise awareness about the importance of physical therapy in
helping people of all ages recover from injuries, manage chronic conditions, and maintain optimal
physical function.
• The day honours the work of physiotherapists and promotes the importance of
physiotherapy in healthcare.
• The observance is led by World Confederation for Physical Therapy (WCPT) – ‘operating
as World Physiotherapy’ . It is an international organisation representing
physiotherapists worldwide.
• The theme of World Physical Therapy Day 2024 is “Low Back Pain and the Role of
Physiotherapy in its Management and Prevention”.

7. Which day is declared as the ‘World Rural Development Day’ by the United Nations General
Assembly (UNGA)?
1) May 12
2) June 7
3) July 6
4) July 11
5) September 12
Answer- 3) July 6
Explanation:
The United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) at its 78th session, unanimously adopted a draft
resolution (A/78/L.84/Rev.2) in September 2024, proclaiming 6th July of every year as “World
Rural Development Day” (WRD).
• The first-ever United Nations (UN’s) World Rural Development Day will be observed on 6
July, 2025.
• The resolution was initiated by Bangladesh and supported by a core group of countries
comprising India, Nepal, Peru, the Philippines, Sri Lanka, Thailand, etc.
• The resolution aims to emphasise rural development’s role in achieving the SDGs by 2030,
particularly in areas like poverty alleviation, food security, and ecosystem restoration.
• 6 July commemorates the establishment of the Center on Integrated Rural Development
for Asia and the Pacific (CIRDAP) in 1979. Click here to read more.

8. When was Himalaya Diwas also known as Himalaya Day annually observed across India?
1) May 29
2) June 25

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3) July 20
4) August 9
5) September 9
Answer- 5) September 9
Explanation:
Himalaya Diwas, also known as Himalaya Day, is annually observed across India, especially in the
state of Uttarakhand on 9 September to raise awareness about the importance of the Himalayan
Mountain range and its ecosystem.
• 9 September 2024 marks the 15th edition of Himalaya Diwas.
• Himalaya Diwas was first observed in Uttarakhand in 2010 as an initiative of a group of
environmentalists including Sunderlal Bahuguna, Anil Prakash Joshi, and Radha Behen.
• In 2014, Harish Rawat, the then Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand officially declared
September 9 as ‘Himalaya Diwas’, to promote conservation of the Himalayan ecosystems
across the state.
• The name “Himalayas” is derived from Sanskrit in which “Hima” means snow and “Alaya”
means “dwelling abode”, representing that the mountains are covered with snow and
glaciers.
• The Himalayas is the highest mountain range in the world and has 9 out of 10 of the
world’s highest peaks, including Mount Everest. Click here to read more.

9. The United Nations (UN)’s International Day to Protect Education from Attack is annually
observed across the globe on _____________________ to recognise the importance of raising
awareness of the terrible need to preserve education and protect it from attack.
1) May 21
2) June 15
3) September 9
4) July 10
5) August 19
Answer- 3) September 9
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day to Protect Education from Attack is annually
observed across the globe on 9th September to recognise the importance of raising awareness of the
terrible need to preserve education and protect it from attack. The 5th observance of the
International Day to Protect Education from Attack was held on 9th September 2024, in Doha,
Qatar.
• The Day raises public awareness about the issue of attacks on schools, students, other
education personnel, education communities, and teachers worldwide.
• On 28th May 2020, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution
A/RES/74/275, proclaiming the 9th of September of every year as the International Day to
Protect Education from Attack.
• The first-ever International Day to Protect Education from Attack was observed on 9
September 2020.
• The 2023 UN Secretary-General’s Annual Report on Children and Armed Conflict reveals
32,990 grave violations, affecting 22,557 children. Click here to read more.

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10. When is the World Suicide Prevention Day celebrated to spread awareness about suicide
prevention, reduce stigma and help people?
1) May 17
2) June 15
3) July 11
4) September 10
5) August 14
Answer- 4) September 10
Explanation:
World Suicide Prevention Day (WSPD) is annually observed across the globe on September 10 to
spread awareness about suicide prevention, reduce stigma and help people.
• The day also highlights the importance of mental health awareness, intervention, and support
for people who have suicidal thoughts.
• The triennial theme for World Suicide Prevention Day for the term 2024-2026 is ‘Changing
the Narrative on Suicide’ with the call to action ‘Start the Conversation’.
• WSPD was established by the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) in
conjunction with the World Health Organization (WHO) in 2003.
• The first-ever World Suicide Prevention Day was launched on September 10 2003 in
Stockholm, Sweden. Click here to read more.

11. When is National Forest Martyrs Day celebrated across India?

1) July 26
2) June 17
3) May 4
4) September 11
5) August 10
Answer- 4) September 11
Explanation:
National Forest Martyrs Day is annually observed across India on 11 September to commemorate
brave Forest Guards, Foresters, Range Forest Officers (RFOs), and other frontline personnel officers
and officials who laid down their lives while protecting India’s forests and wildlife wealth.
• The day raises awareness about the importance of forests and the risks forest officials face
in protecting them.
• In 2013, the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC), Government
of India (GoI) officially declared 11 September as National Forest Martyrs Day.
• It was established to remember the Khejarli Massacre in 1730, which took place in
Khejarli, Rajasthan.
• ‘Khejri’ (Prosopis cineraria) is the most dominant tree in western Rajasthan.
• It was declared a state tree in the year 1982-83. This tree is termed as “Kalpavriksha of Thar
Desert“, or “The King of Desert.” Click here to read more.

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12. The United Nations (UN)’s International Day for South-South Cooperation is annually
celebrated on ______________ to highlight the importance of cooperation among developing
countries in the Global South.
1) June 18
2) September 12
3) July 18
4) May 25
5) August 12
Answer- 2) September 12
Explanation:
United Nations (UN)’s International Day for South-South Cooperation is annually observed across
the globe on 12 September to highlight the importance of collaboration among people and economic,
social, cultural, environmental, technical, and political cooperation among developing countries in the
Global South.
• The 2024 theme of International Day for South-South Cooperation is, “A Better Tomorrow
through South-South Cooperation.”
• On 23rd December 2003, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution
A/RES/58/220, proclaiming 19th December of every year as the United Nations Day for
South-South Cooperation.
• The first-ever UN Day for SSC was observed on 19 December 2004.
• In 2011, the UNGA decided to change the observance of the International Day for SSC from 19
December to 12 September, to mark the day in 1978, when the UN Conference of the
Global South on TCDC adopted the BAPA for Promoting and Implementing TCDC, one of the
main pillars for SSC.
• South-South Cooperation (SSC) refers to the exchange of resources, technology, and knowledge
between developing countries in the Global South to meet their development goals through
cooperative efforts.
• The UN Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC) promotes and facilitates South-South
and Triangular Cooperation (SSTC) for the development on a global and UN system-wide basis.
Click here to read more.

13. When was the World First Aid Day observed globally?
1) July 15
2) May 7
3) June 19
4) September 14
5) August 5
Answer- 4) September 14
Explanation:
World First Aid Day is annually observed across the globe on the 2nd Saturday of September to
promote the importance of first aid knowledge and skills and to raise awareness about how first aid
can prevent injuries and save lives in daily crises. World First Aid Day 2024 was observed on 14
September 2024.
• The day encourages everyone to learn basic first aid techniques and equip themselves with the
skills to act rapidly and effectively in emergencies.

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 • The theme of World First Aid Day 2024 is, “First Aid and Sports”.The theme highlights the
significance of first aid knowledge in sports settings, where swift action can prevent serious
injuries.
• In 2000, the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC) declared
the 2nd Saturday of September as World First Aid Day.
• The first-ever World First Aid Day was observed on 9 September 2000. Click here to read
more.

14. When was Hindi Diwas annually observed across India to commemorate the adoption of
Hindi as one of the 22 official languages of India?
1) May 16
2) September 14
3) June 19
4) July 26
5) August 16
Answer- 2) September 14
Explanation:
Hindi Diwas, also known as National Hindi Day, is annually observed on September 14 to
commemorate the adoption of Hindi written in Devanagari script as one of the 22 official languages of
India by the Constituent Assembly on September 14, 1949.
• The day aims to raise awareness and promote the use of Hindi language.
• The year 2024 marks the 75th anniversary of Hindi becoming the official language.
• World Hindi Day is annually observed across the globe on January 10.
• In 1950, the Constitution of India declared Hindi in the Devanagari script as the official
language as per the Article 343 (1).
• The Department of Official language under MHA has introduced an award scheme named
‘Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar’ scheme to encourage writing books originally in Hindi and
to promote the official language.
• It also introduced ‘Rajbhasha Kirti Puraskar’ to encourage the implementation of the
official language.
• Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and Ministry of Cooperation has
addressed the Official Language Diamond Jubilee (75 years) Celebrations and the 4th
Akhil Bharatiya Rajbhasha Sammelan at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, Delhi.
• Amit Shah released the Diamond Jubilee Special Issue of the ‘RajbhashaBharati‘ magazine,
commemorating the Official Language Diamond Jubilee.
• He released a commemorative postage stamp and commemorative Rs.75 coin to mark the
Diamond Jubilee. Click here to read more.

15. The United Nations (UN's) International Day of Democracy (IDD) is annually observed
across the globe on ____________to promote and uphold the principles of democracy.
1) September 15
2) May 18
3) June 23
4) July 25
5) August 26

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Answer- 1) September 15
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Democracy (IDD) is annually observed across the
globe on 15 September to promote and uphold the principles of democracy worldwide and raise
awareness among the people about democratic values and rights.
• The 2024 theme of IDD is “Ensuring Effective Governance of Artificial Intelligence (AI) at
all Levels”. It focused on the importance of AI as a tool for good governance.
• IDD aims to review the state of democracy around the world and encourage governments to
strengthen and consolidate democracy.
• On 8 November 2007, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/RES/62/7,
proclaiming the 15 September of each year as the International Day of Democracy.
• The 1st International Day of Democracy was observed on 15 September 2008.
• On 10 September 2024, the UNDEF organised a Special Event, “Navigating AI for Governance
and Citizen Engagement,” ahead of the IDD.Click here to read more.

ENVIRONMENT

1. Which species is ‘not’ one of the six new ginger species that was recently (in September ‘24)
found in West Bengal, Meghalaya, and Mizoram?
1) Globba corniculata
2) Globba polymorpha
3) Globba ungmensis
4) Globba janakiae
5) Globba paschimbengalensis
Answer- 3) Globba ungmensis
Explanation:
Two scientists Vinita Gowda and Ritu Yadav, from the Indian Institute of Science Education and
Research (IISER) in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh (MP) have discovered six new ginger species in West
Bengal (WB), Meghalaya and Mizoram.
• The species are Globba corniculata, Globba paschimbengalensis, Globba polymorpha, Globba
tyrnaensis, Globba janakiae, and Globba yadaviana.
• These species are often referred to as dancing girls, dancing lady ginger’, weeping goldsmith,
snowball, Singapore gold, white dragon, and ruby queen.
• These species belong to the genus ‘Globba’, which is known for its ornamental beauty.
• Globba is the fourth-largest in the ginger family, with approximately 136 species.
• Researchers have discovered a new species of Curcuma named ‘Curcuma ungmensis’ in
Nagaland.
These research details were found in the latest edition of PhytoKeys and Phytotaxa. Click here to
read more.

2. Name the New Snake Species that was recently (in September ‘24) discovered in Bihar and
Meghalaya.
1) Ahaetulla farnsworthi
2) Ahaetulla isabellina
3) Ahaetulla longirostri

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4) Ahaetulla malabarica
5) Ahaetulla travancorica
Answer- 3) Ahaetulla longirostri
Explanation:
A new snake species with a long-snout named ‘Ahaetulla longirostri’ (long snouted vine snake)
has been discovered in Valmiki Tiger Reserve (VTR), Bihar and Meghalaya.
• In 2021, the research team discovered a dead 4 feet(ft)- long snake in Bihar. After the
Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) test and detailed analysis, it was confirmed as a new species.
• The detailed research findings were published in the Journal of Asia-Pacific Biodiversity.
• The name is derived from Latin words longus and rostrum which mean long and snout
respectively.
• Long-snouted vine snakes are medium sized which reach up to 4 feet (ft) in length.It has
triangular heads tapering into very long snouts taking up roughly 18% of their head length.
• They are bright green or orange brown in colour and typically have orange bellies.They
inhabit both forested areas and human-dominated environments, such as towns and cities.
• Southern Birdwing butterfly(Troides minos), India’s second largest butterfly species, has
been found on the satellite campus of The American College in Madurai district of Tamil Nadu
(TN). It is listed as Least Concern on the International Union for Conservation of Nature
(IUCN) Red List.
• A group of researchers from Dodamarg have discovered a new Myristica swamp forest in
Kumbral, Maharashtra. The findings have been published in the Journal of Threatened Taxa.
Click here to read more.

APP and WEB PORTAL

1. Name the e-platform that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the Ministry of
Commerce and Industry (MoCI) to enhance international trade opportunities for Indian
exporters.
1) TRACE
2) Trade Connect
3) NERACE
4) eSwasthya Dham
5) eSankhyiki
Answer- 2) Trade Connect
Explanation:
Union Minister Piyush Goyal , Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI) launched Trade Connect e-
Platform to enhance international trade opportunities for Indian exporters, particularly Medium,
Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) in New Delhi, Delhi.
• It is developed by a collaboration of key partners including the Ministry of MSME, Export-
Import Bank of India (EXIM Bank), Department of Financial Services (DFS), Ministry of
Finance(MoF), and the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA).
• The platform aims to boost India’s global market share and offer Free Trade Agreements
(FTAs) benefits to small businesses and entrepreneurs.

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2. Name the mobile app that was recently (in September ‘24) launched at Indian Council of
Agricultural Research-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA) for the needs of
the ornamental fisheries sector.
1) Saa₹thi (SAARTHI) 2.0
2) NERACE
3) Lokpath
4) Rangeen Machhli
5) Bhooskhalan
Answer- 4) Rangeen Machhli
Explanation:
On 12th September 2024, Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh alias Lalan Singh, Ministry of Fisheries,
Animal Husbandry and Dairying (MoFAHD), launched the Rangeen Machhli mobile app at Indian
Council of Agricultural Research-Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA),
Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• It is developed by ICAR-CIFA with support from the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada
Yojana (PMMSY).
• The app will support the ornamental fisheries sector by providing vital knowledge
resources to hobbyists, aquarium shop owners, and fish farmers.
• It provides multilingual information on popular ornamental fish in 8 Indian languages
featuring educational modules for beginners and professionals in the ornamental fish
industry.
• The app also includes a Find Aquarium Shops tool with a dynamic directory updated by
shop owners.

CURRENT STATIC BANKING

1. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of New Development Bank (NDB)?
1) Ajay Banga
2) Nadia Calviño
3) Vikash Sharma
4) Dilma Rousseff
5) Piyush Gupta
Answer- 4) Dilma Rousseff
Explanation:
About the New Development Bank (NDB):
President– Dilma Rousseff
Headquarters– Shanghai, China
Established– 2015

2. Which bank has recently (in August ‘24) launched a new design for its FASTag which aims to
reduce the travel time for commuters?
1) Axis Bank
2) Canara Bank
3) State Bank of India
4) Indian Bank

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5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 3) State Bank of India
Explanation:
On 30th August 2024, State Bank of India (SBI) launched a new design for SBI FASTag in the Vehicle
Class (VC-04) category. The advanced FASTag design enhances vehicle identification and toll
collection efficiency to reduce travel time for millions of commuters in India.
• New FASTag design is launched for Vehicle Class-4(Car, Jeep, Van) which will help toll plaza
operators to identify wrong issuance comfortably.
• The tag can be acquired from tag issuers, and if tied to a prepaid account, it must be recharged
or topped up as needed.

3. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of Union Bank of India(UBI)?
1) A. Manimekhalai
2) Rajneesh Karnatak
3) Shanti Lal Jain
4) N. Kamakodi
5) Harsha Bangari
Answer- 1) A. Manimekhalai
Explanation:
About Union Bank of India(UBI):
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– A. Manimekhalai
Establishment– 1919
Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra
Tagline– Good people to bank with

4. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited (ITGI)?
1) Debasish Panda
2) Siddhartha Mohanty
3) Subrata Mondal
4) Michael Debabrata Patra
5) Rakesh Kapur
Answer- 3) Subrata Mondal
Explanation:
About IFFCO Tokio General Insurance Company Limited (ITGI):
IFFCO-Tokio General Insurance Company Limited is a 51:49 Joint Venture (JV) between the Indian
Farmers Fertilisers Co-operative (IFFCO) and Japan’s Tokio Marine Holdings, Inc.
MD & CEO– Subrata Mondal
Chairman – Rakesh Kapur
Headquarters – Gurugram, Haryana
Incorporated – 2000

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5. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) entered into the life insurance sector with
the launch of its Flexi Term Life Insurance Plan?
1) Northern Arc Capital Limited
2) Kaleidofin Private Limited
3) Lendingkart Technologies Private Limited
4) DMI Finance Private Limited
5) ACKO Technology and Services Private Limited
Answer- 5) ACKO Technology and Services Private Limited
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, ACKO Technology and Services Private Limited, the parent company of ACKO
General Insurance, announced its expansion into the life insurance sector with the launch of ACKO Life
Insurance. The company's debut offering is ACKO Flexi Term Life Insurance Plan.
• The company aims to become a one-stop destination for all protection needs. The plan
provides comprehensive coverage, offering customers financial protection throughout their
lives, it said in a statement.
• As per the company, the plan provides the option to modify the policy duration to fit life goals,
whether for short-term or long-term protection.

6. The Union Ministry of Finance has recently (in September ‘24) approved the proposals of
Punjab National Bank (PNB) and Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) to cumulatively raise Rs ________
through Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP) in 2024-25.
1) 10,000 crores
2) 20,000 crores
3) 30,000 crores
4) 40,000 crores
5) 50,000 crores
Answer- 1) 10,000 crores
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Finance (MoF) has approved the proposals of Punjab National Bank (PNB)
and Bank of Maharashtra (BOM) to cumulatively raise Rs 10,000 crore through qualified
institutional placement (QIP) in 2024-25.
• MoF gave the approval for PNB and BOM to raise Rs 5,000 crore each through QIP in FY25.
• The annual general meetings (AGMS) of PNB and BOM had earlier approved raising Rs 7,500
crore each by selling shares via QIP or follow-on public offer (FPO) in FY25.

7. Max Ventures Investment Holdings divested a ______ stake in Max Financial Services Limited
for Rs 1,218 crore through an open market transaction.
1) 2.14%
2) 2.48%
3) 3.18%
4) 3.68%
5) 4.16%
Answer- 3) 3.18%

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Explanation:
On 5th September 2024, Max Ventures Investment Holdings, a promoter entity of Max Financial
Services Limited (MFSL), divested a 3.18% stake in MFSL for Rs 1,218 crore through an open market
transaction. MFSL, a part of the Max Group, is the holding company for Max Life Insurance.
• The shares were disposed of at an average price of Rs 1,107.37 apiece, taking the transaction
value to Rs 1,218.11 crore.
• After the latest transaction, the combined shareholding of promoters in MFSL has declined to
3.34 per cent from 6.52 per cent.

8. According to the Ministry of Corporate Affairs’s new rules, approval from the _______________
will be needed in advance upon the merger of a foreign company incorporated outside India
with a wholly-owned subsidiary (WOS).
1) National Company Law Tribunal
2) Securities and Exchange Board of India
3) Competition Commission of India
4) Reserve Bank of India
5) International Financial Services Centres Authority
Answer- 4) Reserve Bank of India
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has amended certain rules governing mergers under the
company's law and amalgamations involving a foreign holding company and its wholly-owned Indian
subsidiary will now require prior Reserve Bank of India(RBI) approval.
• The amendments have been made to the Companies (Compromises, Arrangements, and
Amalgamations) Rules, 2016, specifying that both the foreign transferor company and the
Indian transferee company must comply with these new requirements.
• In addition to obtaining RBI approval, the transferee Indian company must also adhere to the
provisions of Section 233 of the Companies Act, 2013, which outlines the process for mergers
and amalgamations.
• The updated regulations emphasise that the application for mergers must be submitted under
Section 233 of the Companies Act, reinforcing the need for legal and regulatory oversight in
cases involving cross-border mergers.

9. Which housing finance company has recently (in September ‘24) offered an IPO (Initial
Public Offer)?
1) Muthoot Housing Finance Company Limited
2) Nivara Home Finance Limited
3) Shriram Housing Finance Limited
4) Manappuram Home Finance Limited
5) Bajaj Housing Finance Limited
Answer- 5) Bajaj Housing Finance Limited
Explanation:
In September 2024, Bajaj Housing Finance Limited listed its shares through an IPO (Initial Public
Offer).
• Its shares opened at Rs 150 on both the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) and the National Stock
Exchange (NSE), significantly higher than the issue price of Rs 70/per share.

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 • The initial public offering (IPO) of Bajaj Housing Finance, which raised Rs 6,560 crore, has
become the largest IPO in 2024.

10. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of RBL Bank Limited?
1) Nidhu Saxena
2) Ajay Kumar Srivastava
3) Shyam Srinivasan
4) V. Vaidyanathan
5) R Subramaniakumar
Answer- 5) R Subramaniakumar
Explanation:
About the RBL Bank Limited:
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- R Subramaniakumar
Headquarters– Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established– 1943
Tagline– apno ka bank

11. Who has resigned from Standard Chartered Bank as the Managing Director in July 2024?
1) Shyam Srinivasan
2) Sanjeev Mehta
3) Prashant Binani
4) Pralay Mondal
5) Zarin Daruwala
Answer- 2) Sanjeev Mehta
Explanation:
Sanjeev Mehta resigned from Standard Chartered Bank as the Managing Director and Head of
Transaction Banking Sales for Corporate, Commercial, and Institutional Banking in South Asia in July
2024.
• He is planning to launch a greenfield venture.

CA STATIC GK

1. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Executive Director (ED) of United Nations
Children’s Fund (UNICEF)?
1) Catherine Russell
2) Maimunah Mohd Sharif
3) Rabab Fatima
4) Audrey Azoulay
5) Volker Türk
Answer- 1) Catherine Russell
Explanation:
About the United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF):
Executive Director (ED) – Catherine Russell

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Headquarters – New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established – 1946

2. When was the International Solar Alliance (ISA) established?

1) 2010
2) 2012
3) 2014
4) 2015
5) 2018
Answer- 4) 2015
Explanation:
About the International Solar Alliance (ISA):
The ISA is an initiative launched by India and France at the Conference of the Parties (COP 21) in
Paris, France to promote solar energy and support the goals of the Paris Climate Agreement.
Director -General (DG) – Ajay Mathur
Headquarters – Gurugram, Haryana
Established – 2015

3. Where is Arun Jaitley Stadium (formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium) situated?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) New Delhi
3) Assam
4) Maharashtra
5) Haryana
Answer- 2) New Delhi
Explanation:
About New Delhi:
Chief Minister (CM) – Arvind Kejriwal
Lieutenant Governor (LG) – Vinai Kumar Saxena
Stadiums – Arun Jaitley Stadium (formerly known as Feroz Shah Kotla Stadium), Jawaharlal Nehru
Stadium.

4. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of TIME Magazine?
1) Martina L. Cheung
2) Wendy Naugle
3) Jessica Sibley
4) Nicholas Thompson
5) Thomas Geisel
Answer- 3) Jessica Sibley
Explanation:
About TIME Magazine:
CEO– Jessica Sibley
Headquarters- New York, United States of America (USA)
Created in- 1923

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5. When was the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) established?
1) 1896
2) 1982
3) 1986
4) 1992
5) 1996
Answer- 2) 1982
Explanation:
About Olympic Council of Asia (OCA):
It governs sports in Asia and is recognized by the International Olympic Committee (IOC), Association
of National Olympic Committee (ANOC) and the 45 member Asian National Olympic Committee
(NOCs). The OCA General Assembly, its highest decision-making body, includes heads of NOCs from
Asia.
President– Raja Randhir Singh
Headquarters– Kuwait City, Kuwait
Establishment– 1982

6. Where is the headquarters of the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL)is

situated?
1) Rome, Italy
2) New York, USA
3) Lyon, France
4) London, United Kingdom
5) Vienna, Austria
Answer- 3) Lyon, France
Explanation:
About the International Criminal Police Organization (INTERPOL):
Secretary General– Jürgen Stock
Headquarters– Lyon, France
Founded– 1923

7. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the member of the Board of Control
for Cricket in India’s (BCCI)Men's Selection Committee?
1) Dinesh Karthik
2) Ajay Ratra
3) Naman Ojha
4) Parthiv Patel
5) Deep Dasgupta
Answer- 2) Ajay Ratra
Explanation:
On 3rd September 2024, The Cricket Advisory Committee of the Board of Control for Cricket in India
(BCCI) appointed former Indian wicketkeeper Ajay Ratra as the newest member of the Men's
Selection Committee headed by Ajit Agarkar. Ratra will replace Salil Ankola in the Committee.

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 • Ajay Ratra played 6 Tests and 12 One Day International (ODIs) for India. Representing
Haryana, Ratra played over 90 First Class matches, scoring close to 4000 runs and had over
240 dismissals.
• As per convention, all selectors represent different zones and Ratra will represent the North
Zone in the committee.

8. The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has recently (in September ‘24) organised
"Khel Utsav 2024" to commemorate whose birth anniversary?
1) Ajit Pal Singh
2) Mohammed Shahid
3) Roop Singh
4) Dhyan Chand
5) Balbir Singh Dosanjh
Answer- 4) Dhyan Chand
Explanation:
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) arranged the first “Khel Utsav 2024”, which
took place in Major Dhyan Chand Stadium and Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi from August 27
to August 30, 2024, to commemorate the birth anniversary of hockey icon Major Dhyan Chand.
• This grand sporting event was organized to coincide with National Sports Day 2024, which is
spearheaded by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports (MYAS).
• The event featured competitions in four popular sports: Cricket, Hockey, Badminton, and
Table Tennis.
• A ceremony for distribution of Major Dhyan Chand trophies was held on 4th September, 2024
at PIB Conference Hall, Shastri Bhawan.

9. Who was recently (in September ‘24) appointed as India's next ambassador to Iceland?
1) R Ravindra
2) Guðni Bragson
3) Sanjay Kumar Verma
4) Pankaj Sharma
5) Vinay Kumar
Answer- 1) R Ravindra
Explanation:
On 3rd September 2024, The Ministry of External Affairs appointed R Ravindra as India's next
ambassador to Iceland. Ravindra, who is currently India's Deputy Permanent Representative to the
United Nations, brings extensive diplomatic experience from various postings worldwide.
• He is expected to take up the assignment shortly.
• He also served as India's Ambassador to Cote d'Ivoire, with concurrent accreditation to Liberia
and Guinea, from 2016 to 2018.

10. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) bowled out Mongolia for a mere 10 runs and
chased down the target in ICC T20 World Cup 2026 Qualifiers?
1) India
2) Sri Lanka
3) Singapore

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4) Spain
5) Malaysia
Answer- 3) Singapore
Explanation:
• On 5th September, In a historic International Cricket Council (ICC) T20 World Cup 2026
qualifier, Singapore bowled out Mongolia for a mere 10 runs and chased down the target in
just 5 balls and won by 9 wickets at the YSD-UKM Cricket Oval in Malaysia. This match saw
several records shattered.

11. In which state, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Amit Shah has recently
(in September ‘24) released the '200 Not Out' documentary?
1) New Delhi
2) Rajasthan
3) Gujarat
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Maharashtra
Answer- 5) Maharashtra
Explanation:
On 8th September 2024, Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation, Shri Amit Shah released
'200 Not Out' documentary chronicling the illustrious journey of Mumbai Samachar, Asia's oldest
newspaper in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• 'Mumbai Samachar' is Asia's oldest and the world's third oldest active newspaper.
• Amit Shah applauded the newspaper for setting an exemplary standard of credibility, a quality
he noted requires immense effort to earn and maintain.

12. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Prime Minister (PM) of Algeria?
1) Giorgia Meloni
2) Mostafa Madbouly
3) Nadir Larbaoui
4) Mikhail Mishustin
5) Ahmed Ouyahia
Answer- 3) Nadir Larbaoui
Explanation:
About Algeria:
President – Abdelmadjid Tebboune
Prime Minister (PM) – Nadir Larbaoui
Capital – Algiers
Currency – Algerian Dinar (DZD)

13. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Governor of Odisha?

1) Ramen Deka
2) Raghubar Das
3) Thaawarchand Gehlot
4) Acharya Dev Vrat
5) R. N. Ravi

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Answer- 2) Raghubar Das
Explanation:
About Odisha:
Chief Minister (CM)- Mohan Charan Majhi.
Governor– Raghubar Das
Capital– Bhubaneswar
Festivals– Raja Parba, Rath Yatra, and Nuakhai
Stadiums– Barabati Stadium (Outdoor), Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor Stadium, and East Coast Railway
Stadium (Outdoor).

14. Where is the headquarters of Geespace located?

1) Washington, DC, USA
2) Tokyo, Japan
3) Jakarta, Indonesia
4) Dhaka, Bangladesh
5) Shanghai, China
Answer- 5) Shanghai, China
Explanation:
About Geespace:
It was established by Zhejiang Geely Holding Group in 2018 under the Geely Technology Group, with
the objective of developing, launching and operating LEO.
CEO and chief scientist– Tony Wang
Headquarters- Shanghai, China

15. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of the Worldwide Fund for Nature -
India(WWF-India)?
1) Neelam Shami Rao
2) Vijay Kumar Mishra
3) Deepak Mohanty
4) Arvind Wable
5) Hemant Takle
Answer- 4) Arvind Wable
Explanation:
About Worldwide Fund for Nature -India(WWF-India):
President– Arvind Wable
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 1969

16. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Chair of the Ethics Committee
of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA)?
1) Debendranath Sarangi
2) Michael Guest
3) Randhir Singh
4) Thomas Bach
5) Dawee Chullasapya

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Answer- 1) Debendranath Sarangi
Explanation:
Debendranath Sarangi, former President of the Squash Rackets Federation of India (SRFI) and the
current Vice President of the World Squash Federation (WSF), has been appointed as the Chair of the
Ethics Committee of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

17. Which state recently (in September ‘24) launched its ‘Nipuna’ initiative to equip the state's
youth with industry-relevant skills?
1) Kerala
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Karnataka
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Gujarat
Answer- 3) Karnataka
Explanation:
The Karnataka government has launched the 'Nipuna Karnataka' initiative to equip the state's
youth with industry-relevant skills under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
(MeitY). The program will collaborate with top IT companies and use CSR funds to support training
programs and infrastructure development.
• ‘Nipuna Karnataka' represents a commitment to empowering young people with the skills
needed to excel in the IT industry.
• The initiative has a budget of Rs 300 crore and will be implemented with the help of
Karnataka State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (KEONICS) and Karnataka
Digital Economy Mission (KDEM).
• Leading IT firms such as Infosys, Wipro, and TCS will collaborate on curriculum development,
training delivery, internships, and placements. CSR funds from IT companies will also support
training programs and infrastructure development.

18. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) shortlisted for the British Academy Book Prize
for Global Cultural Understanding 2024?
1) Arundhati Roy
2) Chetan Bhagat
3) Nandini Das
4) Kris Manjapra
5) Amitav Ghosh
Answer- 5) Amitav Ghosh
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Kolkata-born renowned Indian author Amitav Ghosh was shortlisted for
the British Academy Book Prize for Global Cultural Understanding 2024 for his book ‘Smoke and
Ashes’, a leading international non-fiction prize worth GBP 25,000 now in its 12th year.
• Ghosh’s latest work, 'Smoke and Ashes: Opium's Hidden Histories', is among the six titles
competing in the top prize. The book examines the far-reaching impact of the global opium
trade from the 18th century to present-day crises.
• The winner will be revealed at an awards ceremony in London on October 22, with all
shortlisted authors receiving GBP 1,000.

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 • In 2023, Indian-origin author Nandini Das won the prize for 'Courting India: England, Mughal
India and the Origins of Empire'.

19. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Chairperson of the Commission
for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM)?
1) Rajesh Verma
2) M.M. Kutty
3) Ajit Kumar Mohanty
4) Preeti Sudan
5) Kushvinder Vohra
Answer- 1) Rajesh Verma
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, Rajesh Verma, an officer of the 1987 batch of the Indian Administrative
Service (IAS), Odisha Cadre, took charge as the new full-time Chairperson of the Commission for Air
Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas (CAQM). He has been appointed for a period of three
years from the date of assumption of charge, or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
• Rajesh Verma has an experience of over three and half decades and expertise in public
administration and governance.
• He also served as the Secretary to the President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu prior to his
superannuation on August 31, 2024.
• He succeeds Dr. M.M. Kutty, who has successfully completed his tenure as the full-time
Chairperson of CAQM after leading the Commission for three years.

20. Which tribe has recently (in September ‘24) got habitat rights to protect and preserve
natural entities, sacred sites and places of religious and spiritual importance located within
their habitat?
1) Parajas
2) Khonds
3) Bhumia
4) Saoro
5) Sounti
Answer- 4) Saoro
Explanation:
Saora tribals of Gajapati district getting habitat rights over their ancestral lands, Odisha has become
the only state in the country to provide such rights to the highest number of particularly vulnerable
tribal groups (PVTGs).
• Saoras have become the 5th tribal group in the state to get the habitat rights that allow them
to protect and preserve natural entities, sacred sites and places of religious and spiritual
importance located within their habitat.
• The district-level committee in Gajapati under the Forest Rights Act (FRA) recently approved
habitat rights for the Saora community covering 128 villages in Mohana and R Udayagiri
blocks.

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21. In September ‘24, the Competition Commission of India (CCI) approved the National
Investment and Infrastructure Fund's (NIIF) proposal to acquire an additional stake in
___________(company).
1) Ather Energy
2) Hero Electric
3) HOP Electric
4) Tork Motors
5) Ola Electric
Answer- 1) Ather Energy
Explanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the National Investment and
Infrastructure Fund's (NIIF) proposal to acquire an additional stake in Ather Energy. The deal was
cleared by the competition watchdog under the green channel route.
• The acquirer (India-Japan Fund) proposes to acquire certain Series G Compulsorily Convertible
Preference Shares of Ather.
• India-Japan Fund (IJF) is a fund managed by NIIF. The fund focuses on investing in
environmental sustainability, and low-carbon emission strategies and promoting investments
by Japanese companies in India.

22. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of the United Nations General Assembly
(UNGA)?
1) Philemon Yang
2) Audrey Azoulay
3) Václav Bálek
4) Dennis Francis
5) Atul Keshap
Answer- 4) Dennis Francis
Explanation:
About the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA):
President– Dennis Francis
Headquarters– New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established– 1945

23. Where is the International Solar Alliance (ISA)’s Headquarters situated?

1) New Delhi, Delhi
2) Mumbai, Maharashtra
3) Gurugram, Haryana
4) Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh.
5) Kolkata, West Bengal
Answer- 3) Gurugram, Haryana
Explanation:
About International Solar Alliance (ISA):
Director General– Dr Ajay Mathur
Headquarters– Gurugram, Haryana

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24. In which state the Jaldapara National Park is located?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) West Bengal
3) Assam
4) Jharkhand
5) Gujarat
Answer- 2) West Bengal
Explanation:
About West Bengal (WB):
Chief Minister (CM) – Mamata Banerjee
Governor – C. V. Ananda Bose
National Parks – Sundarban National Park, Jaldapara National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Chapramari Wildlife Sanctuary, Mahananda Wildlife Sanctuary

25. Where is the Baghmara Pitcher Plant Wildlife Sanctuary situated?

1) Meghalaya
2) Haryana
3) Arunachal Pradesh
4) Assam
5) Jammu and Kashmir
Answer- 1) Meghalaya
Explanation:
About Meghalaya:
Chief Minister (CM) – Conrad Kongkal Sangma
Governor – Chandrashekhar H. Vijayashankar
National Parks – Balphakram National Park, Nokrek Ridge National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Baghmara Pitcher Plant Wildlife Sanctuary, Nongkhyllem Wildlife Sanctuary

26. In which state the Dimapur Airport is located?

1) Mizoram
2) Meghalaya
3) Tripura
4) Nagaland
5) Manipur
Answer- 4) Nagaland
Explanation:
About Nagaland:
Chief Minister (CM) – Neiphiu Rio
Governor – La Ganesan Iyer
Wildlife Sanctuary – Rangapahar Wildlife Sanctuary
Airports – Dimapur Airport

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27. Where is the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP) headquarters
situated?
1) London, UK
2) Madrid, Spain
3) Geneva, Switzerland
4) Beijing, China
5) Washington DC, USA
Answer- 5) Washington DC, USA
Explanation:
About the International Association for Suicide Prevention (IASP):
President – Professor Rory O’Connor
Headquarters – Washington DC, United States of America (USA)
Established – 1960

28. Who is the author of the recently (in September ‘24) released book ‘Comprehensive
Commentary on Environmental Protection and Pollution Control Laws’?
1) Jyothimani
2) Ranjan Gogoi
3) Arun Shourie
4) Fali Sam Nariman
5) Markandey Katju
Answer- 1) Jyothimani
Explanation:
On 1st September 2024, the book titled ‘Comprehensive Commentary on Environmental
Protection and Pollution Control Laws’, was authored by Justice P. Jyothimani, a former Judge of
the Madras High Court and former judicial member of the National Green Tribunal, along with
advocate Naveen Kumar Murthi.
• This book emphasises on environmental law, covering a broad spectrum of topics from
international conventions to air and water pollution, as well as forest and wildlife regulations.
• It was launched by Supreme Court Justices M.M. Sundresh and K.V. Viswanathan and Justice R.
Subramanian of the Madras High Court.

29. Name the comprehensive national mock drill exercise that was recently (in August ‘24)
conducted under the aegis of National One Health Mission (NOHM) to assess pandemic
preparedness in Rajasthan.
1) Garuda Shakti
2) Samudra Shakti
3) Vajra Prahar
4) Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas
5) Dharma Guardian
Answer- 4) Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas
Explanation:
Under the aegis of National One Health Mission (NOHM), a comprehensive national mock drill,
"Vishanu Yuddh Abhyas" (Virus War Exercise), was conducted in Ajmer district of Rajasthan state,
from August 27 to August 31, 2024 to assess pandemic preparedness.

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 • This exercise aimed to evaluate the readiness and response of the National Joint Outbreak
Response Team (NJORT) composed of experts from human health, animal husbandry and
wildlife sectors.
• A mock zoonotic disease outbreak scenario was created to simulate a real-world outbreak.

30. Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has recently (in September ‘24) signed a
Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Airbus India Private Limited to foster development
and socio-economic reforms across the country?
1) IIT Kanpur
2) IIT Madras
3) IIT Delhi
4) IIT Patna
5) IIT Guwahati
Answer- 5) IIT Guwahati
Explanation:
On 6th September 2024, IIT Guwahati signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MoA) with Airbus
India Private Limited to foster a formal alliance and a shared commitment to innovation, excellence,
and the future of aerospace technology and development of logistics hubs in Assam.
• This MoA aims to enhance employment opportunities and career advancement for individuals
in the northeastern region while improving service quality in aviation and logistics industries.

31. In which city the National Conference on “Universal Access to Healthcare: Digital Solutions”
was held on 6th September 2024?
1) Chennai
2) Mumbai
3) Pune
4) Kolkata
5) New Delhi
Answer- 5) New Delhi
Explanation:
On 6th September 2024, Dr V K Paul, Member (Health), NITI Aayog inaugurated a National Conference
on “Universal Access to Healthcare: Digital Solutions” which was held at New Delhi.
• The Union Health Secretary highlighted the success of CoWIN and Aarogya Setu app which
helped in delivering more than 220 crore vaccinations across the country.
• He stated that the Union Government wants to replicate the same model through the
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission, a flagship scheme of the government.

32. Name the Indian film-maker who has recently (in September ‘24) won the 2024 Jackson
Wild Legacy Award.
1) Sumaira Abdulali
2) Medha Patkar
3) Tulsi Gowda
4) Sunita Narain
5) Mike Pandey
Answer- 5) Mike Pandey

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Explanation:
Renowned filmmaker and conservationist Mike Pandey has been awarded the 2024 Jackson Wild
Legacy Award.
• The Jackson Wild Legacy Awards recognize visionary filmmakers, conservationists, scientists,
and innovators.
• He is the presenter of Earth Matters, India's national environmental program, which has
reached 800 million people weekly in multiple languages for 18 years.
• Pandey is also the Chairman of the Earthwatch Institute India and Earth Matters Foundation.
• He has been serving as the Brand Ambassador for the Uttar Pradesh Government, promoting
eco-tourism, wildlife, and heritage tourism since 2018.
• He has won three Wildscreen Panda Awards that are considered to be the world’s Green
Oscars.

33. In September 2024, the Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced the inaugural edition of a
Women’s _____________ Twenty20 International Asia Cup.
1) Under-23
2) Under-19
3) Under-17
4) Under-21
5) Under-14
Answer- 2) Under-19
Explanation:
In September 2024, The Asian Cricket Council (ACC) announced the inaugural edition of a Women’s
Under-19 Twenty20 International (U-19 T20) Asia Cup at the Executive Board Meeting held in
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
• The ACC also announced that this tournament will take place biennially, serving as a precursor
to each edition of the ICC Women’s U-19 T20 World Cup.
• The inaugural U-19 T20 Asia Cup is expected to be held in December 2024.
• The first edition of the Men’s U-19 Asia Cup was held in 1989.

34. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the National Dairy
Development Board (NDDB) to increase its milk production?
1) Madhya Pradesh
2) Chhattisgarh
3) Kerala
4) Karnataka
5) Tamil Nadu
Answer- 1) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Chief Minister Mohan Yadav announced that the Madhya Pradesh(MP) government has signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Dairy Development Board (NDDB), aimed at
increasing milk production in MP.
• Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Dairy Federation markets its products under the ‘Sanchi’
brand.

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 • The Madhya Pradesh State Cooperative Dairy Federation and its associated milk unions will be
managed and operated by the NDDB for the next five years.

35. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) announced a collaboration with
International Business Machines (IBM) to design advanced processors, focusing on innovation,
functionality, and performance?
1) Happiest Minds Technologies
2) TATA Electronics
3) KPIT Technologies
4) Techno Electric
5) L&T Semiconductor Technologies
Answer- 5) L&T Semiconductor Technologies
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, L&T Semiconductor Technologies and IBM announced a collaboration to
design advanced processors, focusing on innovation, functionality, and performance.
• The partnership aims to develop reliable, secure, and scalable computing solutions for various
applications.
• Under the collaboration, the scope of work could include processor design for edge devices and
hybrid cloud systems, as well as for areas like mobility, industrial, energy and servers.
• This initiative was revealed at the SEMICON India 2024 event. L&T Semiconductor
Technologies is a fabless semiconductor product company based in India.

36. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with Tata Power Delhi
Distribution to launch India’s first micro substation project?
1) Nissin Electric Company Limited
2) Fuji Electric Company Limited
3) Changgao Electric Group Company Limited
4) Hitachi Limited
5) Mitsubishi Electric Corporation
Answer- 1) Nissin Electric Company Limited
Explanation:
Tata Power Delhi Distribution (Tata Power-DDL) and Nissin Electric Company Limited will all start
a demonstration project to supply electricity from India’s first micro substation, ensuring stable
power for remote areas without a power grid.
• The project aims to supply cost-effective and stable power to remote areas across India that
are far from the power grid or do not have a fully developed grid but do have power
transmission lines nearby.
• The project is part of the International Demonstration Project on Japan’s Energy Efficiency
Technologies, which was publicly solicited by the New Energy and Industrial Technology
Development Organization (NEDO).
• Tata Power-DDL and Nissin Electric signed a Project Agreement (PA) on August 21, 2024, to
commence this project.
• This demonstration project is scheduled to run until FY25 and will be a 100 kVA installation
that directly steps down the 3-phase 66 kilovolts to 1-phase 240 Volts power supply.

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37. Which United States’ aerospace company has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with
Tata Advanced Systems Limited to expand the C-130J Super Hercules tactical airlifter
relationship?
1) General Dynamics Corporation
2) Lockheed Martin Corporation
3) RTX Corporation
4) Collins Aerospace Company
5) Northrop Grumman Corporation
Answer- 2) Lockheed Martin Corporation
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Lockheed Martin Corporation and Tata Advanced Systems Limited
have entered into a teaming agreement to expand their C-130J Super Hercules tactical airlifter
relationship.
• The new agreement will support India’s Medium Transport Aircraft Programme and will
establish a new Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Facility to support the existing
Indian Air Force fleet of 12 C-130Js and other regional and global Super Hercules fleets.
• The agreement will provide a framework for future collaboration on new business
opportunities most notably producing C-130J aircraft for the IAF’s Medium Transport Aircraft
(MTA) programme, subject to US and Indian government approvals, and assuming that the C-
130J wins the MTA competition.
• This announcement marks a significant step in enhancing India’s defence and aerospace
capabilities while also deepening India-US strategic ties.

38. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Union Minister of Steel?
1) Ram Nath Thakur
2) Mansukh Mandaviya
3) H. D. Kumaraswamy
4) Suresh Gopi
5) Virendra Kumar
Answer- 3) H. D. Kumaraswamy
Explanation:
About Ministry of Steel (MoS):
Union Minister– H. D. Kumaraswamy(Constituency- Mandya, Karnataka)
Minister of State– Bhupathiraju Srinivasa Varma(Constituency- Narasapuram, Andhra Pradesh)

39. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Anusandhan
National Research Foundation (ANRF)?
1) Abhay Karandikar
2) Arvind C Ranade
3) Sharad Agarwal
4) Siddhartha Mohanty
5) Krithivasan
Answer- 1) Abhay Karandikar

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Explanation:
About Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) :
ANRF is an apex body to provide high-level strategic direction of scientific research in India as per
recommendations of the National Education Policy(NEP). ANRF functions under the Ministry of
Science and Technology (MoST)
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Dr. Abhay Karandikar (Secretary, Department of Science of
Technology (DST))
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi

40. Where is the International Hockey Federation (FIH)’ headquarters located?

1) Los Angeles, California, USA
2) Strasbourg, France
3) Montreal, Canada
4) Lausanne, Switzerland
5) Vienna, Austria
Answer- 4) Lausanne, Switzerland
Explanation:
About International Hockey Federation (FIH):
President- Mohammad Tayyab Ikram
Headquarters – Lausanne, Switzerland
Founded – 1924

41. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) become the 1st country to allow voters to
elect judges at all levels?
1) Mauritius
2) Canada
3) Mexico
4) Spain
5) Belgium
Answer- 3) Mexico
Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, Mexico became the world’s first country to allow voters to elect judges at
all levels, after protesters invaded the upper house and suspended debate on the issue.
• Outgoing President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador had pushed hard for the reform and
criticized the current judicial system for serving the interests of the political and economic
elite.
• The reform was approved with 86 votes in favor and 41 against, garnering the two-thirds
majority needed to amend the constitution, in an upper chamber dominated by the ruling
Morena party and its allies.

42. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) announced the formation of its State
Institution for Transformation, ‘GRIT', to help realise the vision of a 'Viksit' or developed state
by 2047?
1) Haryana
2) Maharashtra

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3) Karnataka
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Gujarat
Answer- 5) Gujarat
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, The Gujarat government announced the formation of Gujarat State
Institution for Transformation or 'GRIT', a think tank modelled on the NITI Aayog to help realise the
vision of 'Viksit' or developed state by 2047. GRIT has crafted a vision document and roadmap for
'Viksit Gujarat @ 2047'.
• The Chief Minister will head the governing body of GRIT with the Finance Minister as vice-
chairman and the ministers of agriculture, health, education and industry serving as members.
• It promotes good governance to ensure consistent policy-making and decision-making in line
with the priorities outlined in the State Vision Document and recommend key focus areas for
long-term, comprehensive development.

43. Which institute has recently (in September ‘24) secured 1st rank in Networking and 51th in
LinkedIn’s Top 100 MBA Programmes in the world?
1) Indian School of Business
2) XLRI - Xavier School of Management
3) Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
4) Symbiosis Institute of Business Management
5) S. P. Jain Institute of Management and Research
Answer- 3) Indian Institute of Foreign Trade
Explanation:
Delhi-headquartered Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) globally ranked No. 1 in Networking
and 51 in LinkedIn’s Top 100 MBA Programmes in the world.
• The Indian Institute of Foreign Trade (IIFT) was established in 1963 as an autonomous body
under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry to contribute in the skill building for the external
trade sector of India.

44. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the non-executive chairperson of
the Open Network for Digital Commerce(ONDC)?
1) Anil Kumar Lahoti
2) T K Manoj Kumar
3) Hitesh Vaidya
4) RS Sharma
5) K. Krithivasan
Answer- 4) RS Sharma
Explanation:
In September 2024, Open Network for Digital Commerce(ONDC) appointed RS Sharma as the non-
executive chairperson.
• Sharma, a 1978 batch officer Indian Administrative Service (IAS) served as the Chairman of the
Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI).

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45. Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has recently (in September ‘24) signed an MoU
with Honda Cars India Limited to advance the underlying technologies of Cooperative
Intelligence?
1) IIT Delhi
2) IIT Kanpur
3) IIT Madras
4) IIT Hyderabad
5) IIT Pune
Answer- 1) IIT Delhi
Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with Honda Cars India Limited to advance Honda CI (Cooperative
Intelligence), focusing on Artificial Intelligence (AI) technologies for improved human-machine
interaction, aiming to enhance automated driving systems and traffic safety.
• This partnership aims to leverage IIT-Delhi's advanced research and Honda's expertise in
practical applications to fast-track innovation and create solutions that benefit both customers
and society across a wide range of applications.
• Under the Memorandum of Understanding (MoU), engineers from HCIL and Honda R&D Co.,
Ltd., a subsidiary focused on research and development within Honda, will collaborate with
researchers at IIT Delhi.

46. Which anniversary was celebrated by the Mysore Akashvani radio station on 10th
September 2024?
1) 60th
2) 90th
3) 70th
4) 100th
5) 80th
Answer- 2) 90th
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, The Mysore Akashvani radio station in Karnataka celebrated its 90th
anniversary.
• On September 10, 1935, Radio Mysore was born as India’s first private radio broadcaster.
• The Professor of Psychology at Maharaja’s College(Mysore), Dr M V Gopalaswamy set up the
30-watt transmitter at his residence.

47. According to the report by Counterpoint Research, India was the world’s __________ largest
5G smartphone market.
1) Fourth
2) Third
3) Fifth
4) First
5) Second
Answer- 5) Second

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Explanation:
According to the report by Counterpoint Research, India is the second largest 5G smartphone market
in the world.
• China was in the first position in the report while the United States of America(USA) stands in
third.
• Overall, China has 32% share in 5G smartphones and India has 13% share of the overall
market.
• According to a report, global 5G handset shipments experienced a strong 20% year-on-year
growth in the first half of 2024.

48. Name the political leader whose political life is represented in the recently launched (in
September ‘24) book ‘Five Decades in Politics’.
1) Sushil Kumar Shinde
2) Devendra Fadnavis
3) Sharad Pawar
4) Eknath Shinde
5) Shankarrao Chavan
Answer- 1) Sushil Kumar Shinde
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, Congress President Mallikarjun Kharge released a book ‘Five Decades in
Politics' based on the political life of former Maharashtra Chief Minister Sushil Kumar Shinde. The
author of this book is senior journalist Rashid Kidwai.
• The 200-page book was published by HarperCollins India.

49. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) collaborated with Matrix Gas &
Renewables Limited to set up India's first green hydrogen valley project in Pune, Maharashtra?
1) Acrow India Limited
2) Alfred Herbert (India) Limited
3) Gensol Engineering Limited
4) Azad Engineering Limited
5) Batliboi Limited
Answer- 3) Gensol Engineering Limited
Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, Gensol Engineering, in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables
Limited, secured an order to establish India's first green hydrogen valley project in Pune,
Maharashtra.
• Gensol will set up the said project in collaboration with Matrix Gas & Renewables, a green
hydrogen infrastructure developer and natural gas aggregator.
• Matrix will be setting up the green hydrogen production plant on a Build Own and Operate
basis to supply green hydrogen to the speciality chemical sector with an offtake period of 20
years.
• This green hydrogen valley is being facilitated by the National Chemicals Laboratories (NCL) in
Pune.
• The project will be developed through the electrolysis route, with Gensol and Matrix
collaborating further on green hydrogen derivatives, including green steel and green ammonia.

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50. Which instrument of Chandrayaan-3 has recently (in September ‘24) recorded more than
50 moonquakes?
1) Laser Doppler Velocimeter (LDV)
2) Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer (APXS)
3) Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical Experiment (ChaSTE)
4) Instrument for Lunar Seismic Activity (ILSA)
5) Laser Retroreflector Array (LRA)
Answer- 4) Instrument for Lunar Seismic Activity (ILSA)
Explanation:
The Instrument for Lunar Seismic Activity (ILSA) aboard the Vikram Lander of the Chandrayaan-3
mission detected 250 seismic signatures during its operational period from August 24 to September 4,
2023.
• Among the 250 seismic signals, nearly 200 of them were said to have been produced by
different mission activities like the Pragyan rover's movements or the operation of scientific
instruments like the ChaSTE thermal probe or Alpha Particle X-ray Spectrometer (APXS).
• These findings related to the moonquakes were mentioned in a recent paper published in the
ICARUS journal.

51. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Indian Cyber
Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)?
1) Rajesh Kumar
2) Vivek Gogia
3) Ramanth Krishnan
4) Ankush Aggarwal
5) Aalok Kumar
Answer- 1) Rajesh Kumar
Explanation:
About Indian Cyber Crime Coordination Centre (I4C)
I4C is an initiative of the Ministry of Home Affairs to deal with cyber crime in India. The I4C was
dedicated to the Nation on 10th January 2020.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Rajesh Kumar
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi

52. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of U.S. News & World Report?
1) John Thornton
2) Eric J. Gertler
3) Steve McIvor
4) Teresa Patricio
5) Amy Pope
Answer- 2) Eric J. Gertler
Explanation:
About U.S. News & World Report:
Executive Chairman and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Eric J. Gertler
Headquarters- Washington DC, the United States of America(USA)

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53. When was the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) formed?
1) 1946
2) 1947
3) 1955
4) 1958
5) 1963
Answer- 4) 1958
Explanation:
About the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO):
Chairman– Dr Samir V Kamat
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Formed– 1958

54. In which state Grizzled Giant Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary is situated?

1) Kerala
2) Karnataka
3) Andhra Pradesh
4) Telangana
5) Tamil Nadu
Answer- 5) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
About Tamil Nadu (TN):
Chief Minister (CM) – Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin
Governor – Ravindra Narayana Ravi
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Grizzled Giant Squirrel Wildlife Sanctuary,
Kanyakumari Wildlife Sanctuary
Zoological parks – Arignar anna zoological park, Amirthi zoological park

55. Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport is located in which state?

1) Bihar
2) Assam
3) Maharashtra
4) Gujarat
5) Nagaland
Answer- 1) Bihar
Explanation:
About Bihar:
Chief Minister (CM) – Nitish Kumar
Governor – Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
Airports – Gaya International Airport, Lok Nayak Jayaprakash Airport
Festivals – Bishari Puja, Pitrapaksha Mela

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56. Where is the headquarters of the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation
(UNOSSC) located?
1) Beijing, China
2) Dhaka, Bangladesh
3) London , UK
4) New York, USA
5) Tokyo, Japan
Answer- 4) New York, USA
Explanation:
About the United Nations Office for South-South Cooperation (UNOSSC):
Director– Dima Al-Khatib
Headquarters– New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established– 1974

57. Name the acclaimed actor and iconic voice of Darth Vader and Mufasa who had passed
away in September 2024.
1) Richard Griffiths
2) Rachael Lillis
3) Donald Sutherland
4) James Earl Jones
5) Shelley Duvall
Answer- 4) James Earl Jones
Explanation:
On 9th September 2024, James Earl Jones the legendary actor known for his iconic voice roles as
Darth Vader in Star Wars and Mufasa in The Lion King, passed away in New York at the age of 93. He
was born on January 17, 1931, in Arkabutla, Mississippi.
• He overcame racial prejudice and a severe stutter to become a celebrated icon of stage and
screen.
• His deep, commanding tone brought iconic characters to life, such as Mufasa in Disney’s The
Lion King (1994), Voice Box in Robots (2005) and The Giant in Jack and the Beanstalk (2009).
• Beyond animated roles, Jones also starred in live-action films, including The Sandlot (1993) as
Mr. Mertle and Coming to America (1988) as King Jaffe Joffer.
• Jones won three Tony awards including two Emmys and a Grammy, a Golden Globe, the
National Medal of Arts and the Kennedy Center Honors as well as an honorary Oscar in 2011
for lifetime achievement.

58. In which national park, India's first study on 'teal carbon' was recently (in September ‘24)
conducted to highlight the importance of wetland conservation in addressing the issues of
resilience and climate adaptation?
1) Ranthambore National Park
2) Bandhavgarh National Park
3) Periyar National Park
4) Keoladeo National Park
5) Mukundra Hills National Park
Answer- 4) Keoladeo National Park

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India's first study on 'teal carbon' conducted in Keoladeo National Park (KNP) in Rajasthan's
Bharatpur district has highlighted the importance of wetland conservation to address the challenges
of climate adaptation and resilience.
• The objective of the pilot project was to develop holistic nature-based solutions to combat
climate change.
• The concept of teal carbon is a recent addition to the environmental science pertaining to
organic carbon in inland fresh wetlands.
• Teal carbon refers to carbon stored in non-tidal freshwater wetlands, encompassing carbon
sequestered in vegetation, microbial biomass, and dissolved and particulate organic matter.

59. Which is the capital of Finland?

1) Oslo
2) Stockholm
3) Pristina
4) Helsinki
5) Sofia
Answer- 4) Helsinki
Explanation:
i.India and Finland first established diplomatic relations on September 10, 1949. Since then, the
partnership has expanded into various sectors, including technology, education, trade, and
sustainability.
ii. To commemorate the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations, an event was held in New Delhi,
Delhi.
About the Republic of Finland:
President – Alexander Stubb
Capital – Helsinki
Currency – Euro (EUR)

60. Which country hosted the Commonwealth Chess Championship 2024?

1) Sri Lanka
2) India
3) Australia
4) Maldives
5) United Kingdom
Answer- 1) Sri Lanka
Explanation:
The Commonwealth Chess Championship 2024 was held at Kalutara, Sri Lanka, from August 27 to
September 6, 2024. The event featured competitions in classical, rapid, and blitz formats.
• India won 107 medals, 39 in Classical, 34 in Rapid, and Blitz each. The Indian team secured 40
gold, 41 silver, and 26 bronze medals across all formats.
• Women FIDE Master (WFM) Shubhi Gupta(India) won the gold medal in the girls under -
16(U-16) event and the bronze medal in the girl's U-20 event.
• Grandmaster (GM) Sethuraman S P and GM Vignesh N R won the gold and bronze medals,
respectively, in the classical (open) category.

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61. Which technology company has recently (in September ‘24) become the title sponsor of the
2024 FIDE World chess championship match?
1) Accenture
2) Tata Consultancy Services
3) Infosys
4) Amazon
5) Google
Answer- 5) Google
Explanation:
Google is the title sponsor of the 2024 International Chess Federation (FIDE) World Chess
Championship match between Ding Liren (China) and D. Gukesh(India).
• The match will be held in Singapore from 20th November to 15th December 2024.

62. Name the mobile application that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the Spices
Board of India to encourage cardamom production.
1) SpiceApp
2) CardsApp
3) SpiceLink
4) CardsList
5) SpiceIndia
Answer- 2) CardsApp
Explanation:
The Spices Board of India introduced a mobile application called ‘CardsApp’ to encourage cardamom
production.
• The app was introduced during a spices conclave and buyer-seller meeting at the Indian
Cardamom Research Institute (ICRI) at Myladumpara in Idukki, Kerala on 11th September
2024.

63. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Secretary General of International Civil Aviation
Organisation (ICAO)?
1) Mathias Jonas
2) Juan Carlos Salazar Gómez
3) Mathias Cormann
4) Njoupouo YAP Mariatou
5) António Manuel de Oliveira Guterres
Answer- 2) Juan Carlos Salazar Gómez
Explanation:
About International Civil Aviation Organisation (ICAO):
Secretary General- Juan Carlos Salazar Gómez
Headquarters- Montreal, Canada
Established- 1944

64. Omani _______ is the currency of Oman.

1) Riyal
2) Saidi

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3) Rial
4) Rupee
5) Bhat
Answer- 3) Rial
Explanation:
About Oman:
Prime Minister (PM) and Sultan – Haitham bin Tariq Al Said
Capital – Muscat
Currency – Omani Rial (OMR)

65. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of Peru?

1) Javier Milei
2) Joko Widodo
3) Masoud Pezeshkian
4) Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra
5) Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva
Answer- 4) Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra
Explanation:
About Peru:
President – Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra
Prime Minister (PM) – Gustavo Adrianzén
Capital – Lima
Currency – Nuevo Sol

66. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Secretary-General
(SG) of the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC)?
1) Jagan Chapagain
2) Paola Albrito
3) Kate Forbes
4) Mirjana Spoljaric Egger
5) Daniel Eriksson
Answer- 1) Jagan Chapagain
Explanation:
About the International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies (IFRC):
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Secretary-General (SG)- Jagan Chapagain
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
Founded– 1919

67. Where is the headquarters of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) located?

1) Paris, France
2) Montreal, Canada
3) Geneva, Switzerland
4) New Delhi, India
5) London, United Kingdom
Answer- 3) Geneva, Switzerland

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Explanation:
About the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU):
President and Head of Executive Committee– Dr. Tulia Ackson
Secretary General (SG)- Martin Chungong
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
Founded– 1889
Slogan– For democracy. For everyone.

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1. Which institution has been recently (in September ‘24) notified as a Public Financial
Institution (PFI) by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) under the Section 2 of the
Companies Act, 2013?
1) Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited
2) National Housing Bank
3) National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited
4) Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited
5) National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
Answer- 5) National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA), Government of India (GoI) in consultation with the Reserve
Bank of India (RBI) notified the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure and Development
(NaBFID) as a Public Financial Institution (PFI) under the Section 2 of the Companies Act, 2013.
• NaBFID is a specialised Development Finance Institution (DFI) in India.
• This designation will help NaBFID to finance large-scale infrastructure projects, which will help
strengthen India’s infrastructure development.
• NaBFID was established in 2021 as a DFI under the National Bank for Financing Infrastructure
and Development Act 2021.
Option Revision:
2. Covered in July 2024: National Housing Bank
On 12th August 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued the revised guidelines to tighten the
norms related to public deposit acceptance by Housing Finance Companies (HFCs) in order to bring
them on par with Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs). The revised guidelines will come into
effect from 1st January 2025. These guidelines were introduced in “Master Direction – NBFC-HFC
(Reserve Bank) Directions, 2021”. The Finance Act, 2019 amended the National Housing Bank (NHB)
Act, 1987 and transferred the powers to regulate HFCs from NHB to the RBI.
3. Covered in April 2024: National Asset Reconstruction Company Limited
The board of Srei Infrastructure Finance Limited (SIFL), managed by the National Asset
Reconstruction Company Limited (NARCL), has appointed Hardayal Prasad as its new Managing
Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
4. Covered in July 2024: Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited
Axis Bank Limited, a private sector bank, and Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited (Piramal
Finance), a Non-Banking Financial Company - Housing Finance Company (NBFC-HFC), has entered
into a co-lending partnership focusing on Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and Home
Loan segments.

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2. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) approved the National Test House (NTH)
at Ghaziabad (Uttar Pradesh) as a Certification Body for Type certification of drones?
1) Quality Council of India
2) Bureau of Indian Standards
3) Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
4) National Accreditation Board for Certification Bodies
5) Indian Standards Institution
Answer- 1) Quality Council of India
Explanation:
The National Test House (NTH), North Region (NR), Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh (UP), has been
provisionally approved by the Quality Council of India (QCI) as a Certification Body for Type
certification of drones or Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) under the Certification Scheme for UAS.
The National Test House becomes the 1st Government Body to Certify Drones in India.
• NTH offers drone certification services at a competitive fee of Rs 1.5 lakh, the lowest in the
industry, supporting India’s “Make in India” and “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” (Self-reliant India)
initiatives.
• NTH, established in 1912, is under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public
Distribution (MOCA, F&PD).
• QCI is an autonomous organization under the Department for Promotion of Industry and
Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I).

3. In September 2024, the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council reduced the GST rate on
cancer drugs Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab to __________.
1) 12%
2) 16%
3) 28%
4) 5%
5) 18%

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Answer- 4) 5%
Explanation:
The 54th Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council meeting chaired by Union Minister Nirmala
Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance (MoF) was held on 9th September, 2024 at Sushma Swaraj Bhawan
in New Delhi, Delhi.
• Among several recommendations by the GST Council, the most notable was the reduction of
the GST rate on cancer drugs Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, Osimertinib and Durvalumab from
12% to 5%.
• The GST Council has clarified that Roof Mounted Package Unit (RMPU) Air Conditioning
Machines for Railways will be classified under HSN 8415 and will attract a GST rate of
28%.
• The GST Council recommended to introduce a pilot project for Business-to-Consumer (B2C)
e-invoicing, after the successful implementation of e-invoicing of B2B transactions. It will be
rolled out on voluntary basis in selected sectors and states.
• On 15th September 2024, the GST Council headed by Union Finance Minister Nirmala
Sitharaman constituted a 13-member Group of Ministers (GoM) to suggest GST rate on
various health and life insurance products. It has also directed GoM to submit its report by
October 30, 2024.Samrat Chaudhary, Deputy Chief Minister (CM), Bihar is the convener of
the GoM. Click here to read more
List of Goods with Revised GST Rates:
S.NO. Name of Items Previous GST New GST
Rate Rate

1. Cancer Drugs Trastuzumab Deruxtecan, 12% 5%

Osimertinib and Durvalumab

2. Savoury Snacks 18% 12%

3. Metal Scraps 18% 12%

4. Car Seats 18% 28%

4. What is the new name of the Andaman and Nicobar Islands’ capital, Port Blair?
1) Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep
2) Sri Vijaya Puram
3) Bharatpur
4) Atal Nagar
5) Swaraj Dweep
Answer- 2) Sri Vijaya Puram
Explanation:
Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has announced that Port Blair, the
Capital city of the Union Territory (UT) of Andaman and Nicobar Islands will be renamed as ‘Sri
Vijaya Puram’.
• Sri Vijaya Puram represents India’s victory in the freedom struggle, and also the Andaman
and Nicobar Islands’ unique role in it.

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• Andamans are well known for its pristine natural beauty, abundant marine life, flora and
fauna spread around 836 islands, islets and rocks.
• In January 2023, the Ross Island, an island of the Andaman Islands was renamed to Netaji
Subhash Chandra Bose Dweep.
• In 2018, the Neil Island and Havelock Island of Andaman were also renamed as Shaheed
Dweep and Swaraj Dweep.

5. Which lifestyle brand has recently (in September ‘24) collaborated with the MSME Ministry
to empower India’s Artisanal Heritage under the Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Scheme?
1) Manyavar
2) Allen Solly
3) Raymond
4) Fabindia
5) AJIO
Answer- 4) Fabindia
Explanation:
Fabindia Limited, India’s leading lifestyle brand has
collaborated with the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium
Enterprises (MoMSME) to empower India’s Artisanal
Heritage under the Pradhan Mantri (PM) Vishwakarma Scheme.
• The aim of the initiative is to enhance the livelihoods of India’s traditional artisans like Potters,
Carpenters, Boat Maker, Weavers, Sculptor, Stone Breaker and other skilled craftsmen, by
promoting their products and expanding their market reach.
• Fabindia will incorporate artisan-made products into its retail network, providing them a
platform to demonstrate and sell their goods across markets.
• PM Vishwakarma scheme is a Central Sector Scheme, which was launched by the Prime
Minister (PM) Narendra Modi on 17th September, 2023.

6. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) introduced strict Environmental
Compensation (EC) guidelines to penalise violations of the Battery Waste Management (BWM)
Rules, 2022?
1) Energy and Resources Institute
2) Council on Energy, Environment and Water
3) United Nations Environment Programme
4) Central Pollution Control Board
5) National Environmental Engineering Research Institute
Answer- 4) Central Pollution Control Board
Explanation:
On September 10 2024, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), Ministry of Environment, Forests,
and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has introduced strict Environmental Compensation (EC) guidelines
to penalise violations of the Battery Waste Management (BWM) Rules, 2022.
• Aim: To promote proper battery waste management practices and enhance environmental
sustainability across the country.

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• The CPCB has been responsible for developing and implementing guidelines for imposing
and collecting EC from non-compliant entities. The EC will be imposed for non-compliances
unrelated to EPR shortfalls.
• The guidelines impose penalties not only for failing to comply with battery waste disposal
regulations, but also for failing to meet metal-specific Extended Producer Responsibility
(EPR) targets.
• The application fee for registration under the BWM Rules is equal to the EC, which is set at
Rs 20,000 for a first default. It doubles to Rs 40,000 for the second default and goes up to
Rs 80,000 for the third.
• If deposits are made within a month of the deadline, there will be an annual interest charge
of 12% on the initial amount. There will be a 24% annual interest rate applied to deposits
made after one month but within three months.

7. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar has recently (in September ‘24) released the
commemorative stamps for celebrating the 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and
________.
1) Romania
2) Hungary
3) Bhutan
4) Nepal
5) Mongolia
Answer- 1) Romania
Explanation:
On 17 September 2024, Union Minister, Dr. Subrahmanyam
Jaishankar, Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), along with
Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia, Ministry of
Communications (MoC), and Daniela-Mariana Sezonov,
Ambassador of Romania to India, released the India-Romania
joint commemorative stamps in New Delhi(Delhi),
celebrating 75 years of diplomatic relations between India and Romania.
• The event is part of broader celebrations marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic
bilateral relations and the 10th anniversary of their extensive partnership.
• India and Romania established diplomatic relations in 1948 and raised it to the
Ambassadorial level in 1968.
• A Joint Declaration marking the 10th Anniversary of the signing of the Joint Statement on
Establishing an Extensive Partnership was issued in February 2024.

8.Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the approval of the Union Cabinet
chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 18th September 2024?
A) The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the two umbrella schemes of the
Department of Biotechnology (DBT) merged as one scheme Bio-RIDE with a new component
called Biomanufacturing and Biofoundry.
B) With a total budget of Rs. 79,156 crores, the Union Cabinet has approved the Pradhan
Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan.

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C) The Chandrayaan-3 mission which aims to gather and evaluate technologies for returning to
Earth following a successful lunar landing and also collect moon samples and analyse them on
Earth.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 1) Only A & B
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi has
approved the following:
i.Recommendations of High-Level Committee on Simultaneous Elections.
ii.Bio-RIDE scheme to support cutting-edge research and development in Biotechnology.
• The Union Cabinet has approved the continuation of the two umbrella schemes of the
Department of Biotechnology (DBT), merged as one scheme- ‘Biotechnology Research
Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development (Bio- RIDE)’ with a new component called
Biomanufacturing and Biofoundry.
• The scheme has three broad components: Biotechnology Research and Development (R&D),
Industrial & Entrepreneurship Development (I&ED) and Biomanufacturing and Biofoundry.
iii.Pradhan Mantri Janjatiya Unnat Gram Abhiyan with a total outlay of Rs. 79,156 crores for 5 years.
• This will cover around 63,000 villages benefitting more than 5 crore tribal people as
announced in the Budget Speech 2024-25.
iv.Continuation of schemes of Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA) with
the outlay of Rs. 35,000 crores.
v.Chandrayaan-4 to develop and demonstrate the technologies to come back to Earth after
successfully landing on the Moon.
• The Chandrayaan-4 mission will achieve the foundational technologies capabilities for a
landing on the moon by the year 2040 and return safely back to Earth.
vi.Development of Venus Orbiter Mission (VOM) for exploring and studying Venus.
vii.Development of Next Generation Launch Vehicle (NGLV) for Bharat with the total outlay of the
project Rs. 8240.00 crore.
viii.Building the first unit of the Bharatiya Anatriksh Station (BAS) with a net additional funding of
Rs.11,170 Crore.
ix.Establishment of the National Centre of Excellence (NCoE) for Animation, Visual Effects, Gaming,
Comics and Extended Reality (AVGC-XR).
x.Fixing the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) rates for RABI Season, 2024 (from 01.10.2024 to
31.03.2025) on Phosphatic and Potassic (P&K) fertilisers. Click here to read more.

9. Which organization has recently (in September ‘24) received the approval to take over Mahi
Banswara project in Rajasthan and to construct nuclear power plants in India?
1) Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited
2) Rail Vikas Nigam Limited
3) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited
4) Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Limited

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5) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre

Answer- 4) Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam Limited
Explanation:
The Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Government of
India (GoI) has approved the transfer of 4×700 Megawatt
electric (MWe) Mahi Banswara Rajasthan Atomic Power
Project (MBRAPP) at Mahi Banswara in Rajasthan,
based on indigenous Pressurised Heavy Water Reactors
(PHWR) technology, from Nuclear Power Corporation of
India Limited (NPCIL) to Anushakti Vidhyut Nigam
Limited (ASHVINI).
• ASHVINI is a Joint Venture (JV) between the
NPCIL (51%) and NTPC Limited, formerly
known as National Thermal Power Corporation
(49%).
• ASHVINI has been authorised to build, own, and operate nuclear power plants in India
under the existing legislative framework.
• This JV will combine the financial and technical resources for the rapid growth of nuclear
power capacity in India in order to meet the Net Zero targets by 2070.
• India has set ambitious targets to increase its nuclear power capacity from the existing
8,180 MW to 22,800 MW by 2031-32.

10. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched ‘Amrit Catla’ at the Indian Council
of Agricultural Research -Central Institute of Freshwater Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA),
Bhubaneswar, Odisha?
1) Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
2) Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways
3) Ministry of Jal Shakti
4) Ministry of Culture
5) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Answer- 1) Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
Explanation:
Union Minister Rajiv Ranjan Singh (Lalan Singh), Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and
Dairying (MoFAHD) has launched ‘Amrit Catla’, a new genetically improved variety of the freshwater
fish Catla (Labeo catla) at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research -Central Institute of Freshwater
Aquaculture (ICAR-CIFA), Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• The Amrit Catla was given to Uttara (Odisha) based National Freshwater Fish Brood Bank
(NFFBB) of the National Fisheries Development Board (NFDB), ensuring its wider availability
and distribution to farmers across India.
• The Amrit Catla project was recognized nationally with the Best Technology Award at the 96th
ICAR Foundation and Technology Day on July 16, 2024, and was formally trademarked as
‘CIFA-Amrit Catla’ on August 1, 2024.

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11. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) decided to celebrate Praja Palana Day on
September 17?
1) Kerala
2) Karnataka
3) Assam
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Telangana
Answer- 5) Telangana
Explanation:
The Telangana State government has decided to celebrate September 17th of every year as
Telangana Praja Palana Day (the Day of People’s Governance).
• September 17 is the day on which Hyderabad merged with the Indian Union in 1948,
following a police action under Operation Polo.
• Previously, the Government of India (GoI) had decided to celebrate September 17 as
Hyderabad Liberation Day.

12. Which State/Union Territory recently (in September’ 24) celebrates the Zanskar Festival?
1) Puducherry
2) Chandigarh
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Chhattisgarh
5) Ladakh
Answer- 5) Ladakh
Explanation:
Lieutenant Governor (LG) of the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh, along with First Lady Neelam
Mishra, inaugurated the 9th Ladakh Zanskar Festival 2024, a two-day mega festival dedicated to
honouring the Zanskar region’s rich heritage and traditions, at Sani, in Zanskar sub-division, Ladakh.
• The festival was organised by the Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council (LAHDC),
Kargil, Department of Tourism and Culture, Ladakh, and the District Administration of
Kargil, Ladakh on 13 and 14 September 2024.
• The 2024 Zanskar Festival marked the 1st celebration since Zanskar was officially
declared a district.

13. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) developed the Integrated Ocean
Energy Atlas of the Indian EEZ (Exclusive Economic Zone)?
1) World Meteorological Organization
2) International Hydrographic Organization
3) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
4) National Centre for Polar and Ocean Research
5) Indian Ocean Observing System
Answer- 3) Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
Explanation:
Dr M Ravichandran, Secretary of the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) launched the Integrated
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Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS), a unit of the Earth System Science
Organization (ESSO) and an autonomous body under the MoES.
• The Integrated Ocean Energy Atlas showcases the renewable energy potential within India’s
EEZ.
• It identifies areas with high energy generation potential, serving as a vital resource for
policymakers, industries, and researchers.
• The Atlas estimates 9.2 lakh Terawatt-hours (TWh) of annual ocean energy for 5 sectors
within the Indian EEZ.

14. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) announced that Employees ‘Provident
Fund Organisation (EPFO) subscribers can withdraw up to Rs 1 lakh from their Provident Fund
(PF) accounts for personal financial need?
1) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions
4) Ministry of Labour & Employment
5) Ministry of Finance
Answer- 4) Ministry of Labour & Employment
Explanation:
On 17th September 2024, the Union Minister Dr. Mansukh
Mandaviya, Ministry of Labour & Employment (MoL&E)
announced that now subscribers of the Employees ‘Provident
Fund Organisation (EPFO) can withdraw up to Rs 1 lakh from
their Provident Fund (PF) accounts for personal financial
needs, an increase from the current limit of Rs 50,000.
• He also announced that employees who have not completed 6 months in the current job are
now eligible to withdraw amounts, which was earlier prohibited.
• He informed that Government of India (GoI) is currently working on the proposal to increase
the income ceiling under the EPFO and Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) from
the current Rs 15,000 per month and Rs 21,000 respectively.
• The Government of India (GoI) is currently working on the proposal to increase the income
ceiling under the EPFO and Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) from the current
Rs 15,000 per month and Rs 21,000 respectively. Click here to read more.

INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which organization in partnership with the International Organization for Standardization

(ISO) has recently (in September ‘24) launched the world’s first international guidelines to
accelerate contributions toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?
1) United Nations Industrial Development Organisation
2) United Nations Economic and Social Council
3) United Nations Development Programme
4) United Nations WaterConvention
5) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Answer- 3) United Nations Development Programme

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Explanation:
The United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the International Organization for
Standardization (ISO) have launched ‘ISO/UNDP PAS 53002‘, the world’s first international
guidelines to accelerate contributions toward the United Nations (UN)’s Sustainable Development
Goals (SDGs).
• The guidelines was introduced at the ISO Annual Meeting 2024 held in Cartagena de
Indias, Colombia.
• This provides a valuable resource for organizations to place SDGs into their core operations
and increase their positive impact.
• They are applicable to organizations of all types and sizes, globally, across both public and
private sectors.

2. The International Center for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) was
classified as a Category 2(C2) center, under __________________, during the 3rd Global AI Summit in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia?
1) United Nations Industrial Development Organisation
2) United Nations Children’s Fund
3) United Nations Development Programme
4) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
5) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Answer- 5) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
Explanation:
The Saudi Data and Artificial Intelligence Authority (SDAIA) and the United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization(UNESCO) announced the classification of the International Center
for Artificial Intelligence Research and Ethics (ICAIRE) as a Category 2(C2) center under UNESCO
during the 3rd Global AI Summit held from September 10-12, 2024 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
• This highlights Saudi Arabia’s leadership in AI ethics and its commitment to the UN Sustainable
Development Goals(SDGs).
• This classification reinforces Saudi Arabia’s commitment to international and regional
cooperation in AI ethics, policies, and research.

GOVT SCHEMES

1. Name the scheme that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the Ministry of Finance
(MoF) which is a savings-cum-pension scheme for minors.
1) Shramik Basera
2) NTR Bharosa
3) Upvan Yojna
4) EMPS 2024
5) NPS Vatsalya
Answer- 5) NPS Vatsalya
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Union Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Ministry of Finance (MoF) launched
‘National Pension System Vatsalya (NPS Vatsalya)’, a savings-cum-pension scheme for minors in New
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• The NPS Vatsalya will enable parents and guardians to save their children’s future by
investing in a pension account.
• The minimum amount required to open the Vatsalya account is Rs 1,000 and thereafter,
subscribers will have to contribute Rs 1,000 per annum.
• This scheme is an extension of the already existing NPS to children.
• The minimum amount required to open the Vatsalya account is Rs 1,000 and thereafter,
subscribers will have to contribute Rs 1,000 per annum.
• All minor citizens, who are below the age of 18 years (yrs), are eligible for the scheme.
Also, both the child and the parent/guardian must be Indian citizens.
• If the amount deposited in the account surpasses Rs 2.5 lakh at the age of 18, then 80% of
that amount will be used to purchase an annuity, and the remaining 20% can be taken as a
lump sum amount. Click here to read more.

2. Which scheme has recently (in September ‘24) launched to support and assist small
entrepreneurs and farmers in Mizoram?
1) Vigyan Dhara
2) IT Saksham Yuva
3) Bana Kaih
4) Ladka Bhau
5) Shramik Basera
Answer- 3) Bana Kaih
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, Pu Lalduhoma, the Chief Minister (CM) of Mizoram launched the
‘Mizoram Bana Kaih‘ (Handholding) Scheme, to offer financial support and assistance to small
entrepreneurs and farmers across Mizoram.
• The support will be provided through a series of programs designed to promote economic
growth and self-sufficiency.
• The Bana Kaih scheme comprises five crucial components.
• A financial assistance package for selected progress partners (beneficiaries), offering loans
up to Rs. 50 lakhs through partner banks.
• The beneficiaries who repay their loans may also benefit from interest subventions of up to
100%, providing assistance to those who satisfy their repayment obligations.
• The government has allotted Rs 200 crore for the scheme’s implementation for 2024-25, in
addition to the Rs 110 crore budget provided for agricultural assurance in the Financial
Year (FY) 2023-24.

VISITS

1.Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the Prime Minister Narendra
Modi’s visit to Jharkhand, Gujarat and Odisha from 15 to 17th September 2024?
A) PM Modi flagged off seven state-of-the-art Vande Bharat Express trains in Jharkhand which
will improve the connectivity of the routes.
B) In Ahmedabad, he virtually flagged off India’s first Namo Bharat Rapid Rail between
Ahmedabad and Bhuj from the Bhuj railway station.

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C) He launched ‘SUBHADRA’, the flagship Scheme of Government of Odisha, in Bhubaneswar. It

is the largest, single women-centric scheme that is expected to cover more than 1 crore
women.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 3) Only B & C
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Jharkhand, Gujarat and Odisha from 15 to 17th September
2024.
• During his visit to Jharkhand on 15th September 2024, PM Modi flagged off the Tatanagar-
Patna Vande Bharat train at Tatanagar Junction Railway Station, Jharkhand.
• PM Modi laid the foundation stone and dedicated to the nation various Railway Projects worth
more than Rs 660 crore in Tatanagar, Jharkhand.
• PM Modi flagged off Six state-of-the-art Vande Bharat Express trains.
• During his visit to Gujarat on 16th September 2024, PM Modi inaugurated Phase II of the
Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project and the 4th Global Renewable Energy Investor’s Meet and Expo
(RE-INVEST).
• PM Modi virtually flagged off India’s first Namo Bharat Rapid Rail between Ahmedabad and
Bhuj from the Bhuj railway station.
• During his visit to Bhubaneswar, Odisha on 17th September 2024, PM Modi laid the foundation
stone and dedicated to the nation Railway Projects worth more than Rs. 2800 crores and laid
the foundation stone for National Highway (NH) Projects worth more than Rs 1000 crore.
• PM Modi launched ‘SUBHADRA’, the flagship Scheme of Government of Odisha. Click here to
read more.

BANKING AND FINANCE

1. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) relaxed norms for expenditure exceeding Rs
500 crore to boost the capital expenditure (capex) that is estimated at Rs 11.11 lakh crore for
the Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25)?
1) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Home Affairs
4) Ministry of Finance
5) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Answer- 4) Ministry of Finance
Explanation:
The Union Ministry of Finance (MoF) has relaxed norms for expenditure exceeding Rs 500 crore in
order to accelerate the capital expenditure (capex) that is estimated at Rs 11.11 lakh crore for the
Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
• This will give a boost to the government spending which suffered a slowdown in early months
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• The relaxation allowed is subject to strict compliance by all ministries and departments.
• Bulk expenditures items having value of more than Rs 2,000 crore were to be timed during
the 2nd fortnight in the last month of quarter to avail of direct tax receipts inflow. Now such
conditions have been waived off as per the new rules.

2. In September 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) clarified that Overseas Citizens of India
(OCI) cardholders are now eligible for __________ (loan) from Indian banks, as long as they are
residing in India.
1) Personal Loan
2) Education Loan
3) Policy Loan
4) Business Loan
5) Home Loan
Answer- 2) Education Loan
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has clarified that Overseas Citizens of India (OCI) cardholders are
now eligible for education loans from Indian banks to study abroad, provided they are residing in
India.
• It has also clarified that the Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS) imposes no restriction
on the remittance of domestically borrowed funds for present account transactions,
including those for education purposes.
• As per existing provisions of LRS, all resident individuals, including minors, are permitted to
freely remit a maximum USD 250,000 per financial year (April-March) for any permissible
current or capital account transaction or a combination of both.
• The loan will cover various expenses related to education abroad such as: tuition fees,
accommodation, travel, among others.
• At present, some of the leading Indian banks like: State Bank of India (SBI), HDFC Bank
Limited, ICICI Bank Limited, among others, are providing education loan services to
residents of OCI.

3. Bharti Airtel has recently (in September ‘24) launched a fixed deposits service under its
digital finance arm Airtel Finance by offering interest rates of up to _____ per annum.
1) 6.8%
2) 7.25%
3) 7.75%
4) 8%
5) 9.1%
Answer- 5) 9.1%
Explanation:
Bharti Airtel, a leading Indian telecommunications provider, introduced a Fixed Deposit (FD)
marketplace under its digital arm, Airtel Finance. This new platform, accessible via the Airtel
Thanks App, offers interest rates of up to 9.1% per annum. Airtel Finance provides an assured return
and fixed-income investment option on the digital platform.

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• Airtel Finance will offer the FD service by partnering with several Non-Banking Financial
Companies (NBFCs) and Small Finance Banks (SFBs) in India, including Utkarsh Small Finance
Bank (USFB), Shriram Finance Limited (SFL), etc.
• Customers can book and manage FDs via the Airtel Thanks App, with a minimum investment of
Rs 1,000, eliminating the need to open a new bank account.

4. With which housing finance company did the United States (US) International Development
Finance Corporation (DFC) sign a USD 50 million loan agreement to expand mortgage and
home lending in India?
1) Piramal Capital and Housing Finance Limited
2) LIC Housing Finance Limited
3) Indiabulls Housing Finance Limited
4) Vastu Housing Finance Corporation Limited
5) PNB Housing Finance Limited
Answer- 4) Vastu Housing Finance Corporation Limited
Explanation:
The United States (US) International Development Finance Corporation (DFC) has announced an
investment of USD 70 million in India’s private sector to strengthen key priorities of both
governments.
• It was announced by Nisha Biswal, Deputy Chief Executive Officer (DCEO) of DFC, during his
visit to India from September 10-14, 2024.
• During the visit, a ceremonial commitment for a USD 20 million loan was signed with
Panacea Biotec Limited to expand production of its hexavalent vaccine, which protects
children against six diseases viz. diphtheria, tetanus, polio, pertussis, hepatitis B, and
Haemophilus influenzae type B.
• A USD 50 million loan agreement was also signed with Vastu Housing Finance Corporation
Limited to expand mortgage and home lending in India.

5. In September 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) imposed a monetary penalty of _________
on Axis Bank Limited for violating certain provisions of the Banking Regulation Act.
1) Rs 1 crore
2) Rs 2.5 crore
3) Rs 1.91 crore
4) Rs 2 crore
5) Rs 3.27 crore
Answer- 3) Rs 1.91 crore
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has imposed a monetary penalty totalling Rs 2.91 Crore on Mumbai
(Maharashtra) based Axis Bank Limited and Mumbai (Maharashtra) based HDFC Bank Limited for
certain deficiencies in statutory and regulatory compliance.
i.Axis Bank has been fined Rs 1.91 crore for violating certain provisions of the Banking Regulation
Act, as well as failing to comply with certain directions on Interest Rate on Deposits, Know Your
Customer (KYC), and Credit Flow to Agriculture-Collateral-free agricultural loans.
ii.HDFC Bank has been fined Rs 1 crore for failing to comply with certain directions on Interest rates
on deposits, recovery agents engaged by banks, and customer service in banks.

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6. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) secured Rs 7.2 billion funding from the
Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) for
electric bus services expansion in India?
1) Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited
2) JBM ECOLIFE Mobility Private Limited
3) Ather Energy Private Limited
4) Olectra Greentech Limited
5) Erisha E Mobility Private Limited
Answer- 2) JBM ECOLIFE Mobility Private Limited
Explanation:
Gurugram(Haryana) based JBM ECOLIFE Mobility Private Limited, a subsidiary of JBM Auto
Limited, has secured Rs 7.2 billion in funding from the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Asian
Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB) to enhance electric bus services in India under the Gross Cost
Contract (GCC) model.
• This funding will support the procurement of up to 650 electric buses, along with
associated costs for operations, maintenance, depots, and charging infrastructure in
Haryana and Odisha.
• ADB led the arrangement of the Rs 7.2 billion debt package, with AIIB contributing Rs 3.6
billion (approximately USD 43.2 million).
• The funding aligns with the recently announced Prime Minister (PM) E-drive scheme,
which aims to subsidize 14,000 electric buses as part of a Rs 10,900 crore green energy
initiative.

7. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) launched the generative AI-powered virtual
relationship manager ‘Aditi?
1) Kotak Mahindra Bank
2) State Bank of India
3) Axis Bank
4) Yes Bank
5) Bank of Baroda
Answer- 5) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
Bank of Baroda (BoB) has launched three Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered solutions,
aimed at improving customer service and employee efficiency. These include a virtual relationship
manager, ‘Aditi; a knowledge management platform for its employees, Gyan Sahay.AI; and a chatbot
ADI for digital customer experience.
• BoB has introduced ‘Aditi,’ a generative AI-powered virtual relationship manager to offer
enhanced digital customer services.
• Aditi is accessible via BoB’s web portal and supports audio, video, and chat-based assistance
with 24×7 multilingual support.
• BoB launched ‘GyanSahay.AI,’ a GenAI-enabled knowledge management platform to aid
employees with instant and accurate responses.
• The platform is trained in the bank’s product policies and processes, allowing employees to
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• BoB also introduced ‘ADI,’ a GenAI-powered chatbot to assist customers in resolving their
queries digitally.

8. Which payment firm has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with Liquid Group to enable
Indian travelers to make Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments at various merchants in
Singapore?
1) Paytm
2) Amazon Pay
3) PayU
4) PhonePe
5) Jio Pay
Answer- 4) PhonePe
Explanation:
Bengaluru(Karnataka) based PhonePe has partnered with the Singapore based Liquid Group, a
fintech leader in digital cross-border payment solutions, to enable Indian travellers to make Unified
Payments Interface (UPI) payments at various merchants in Singapore.
• This would allow travellers to easily scan and pay with their PhonePe app at Liquid Group’s
wide merchant base in Singapore.
• This collaboration is facilitated through Liquid Group’s partnership with NPCI International
Payments Limited (NIPL).
• The transactions would be processed in Indian Rupees (INR), ensuring transparency and
ease of usage.
• PhonePe users can receive international remittances via UPI using the PayNow-UPI real-
time remittance corridor, which fastens the process of transferring money thereby
eliminating the need to share details such as bank account numbers and Indian Financial
System Code (IFSC) codes.

9. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) introduced a new framework to
streamline bonus share trading?
1) Securities and Exchange Board of India
2) National Securities Depository Limited
3) Association of Mutual Funds in India
4) National Stock Exchange of India Limited
5) Central Depository Services Limited
Answer- 1) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Explanation:
On 16th September 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has introduced a new
framework to streamline bonus share trading, through a circular issued in exercise of powers given
under section 11 read with section 11A of the SEBI Act, 1992.
• The new framework has reduced the time taken for credit of bonus shares and their
eligibility for trading from about two weeks to 2 days (T+2 days) from the record date,
which is the cut-off date for shareholders to be eligible for a bonus issue under the SEBI
(Issue of Capital and Disclosure Requirements, ICDR) Regulations, 2018.
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• The new framework has eliminated the previous condition which required bonus shares to
be credited in a temporary International Securities Identification Numbering System (ISIN).

10. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with Paisabazaar to launch its
PaisaSave Credit Card?
1) Yes Bank
2) World Bank
3) Axis Bank
4) HDFC Bank
5) Asian Development Bank
Answer- 1) Yes Bank
Explanation:
Paisabazaar, India’s largest marketplace for consumer credit and free credit score platform, has
partnered with Yes Bank Limited to launch their co-branded credit card named ‘YES BANK
Paisabazaar PaisaSave Credit Card’.
• The PaisaSave Credit Card is designed to reward frequent customers by providing significant
cashback on everyday purchases, both online and offline, making it a must-have for the value-
conscious customers.
• The customers can apply for a virtual Yes Bank Rupay Credit Card, which allows them to
make Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments smoothly and expands the card’s utility.
• The card provides cashback of 3% on online purchases across platforms like Amazon, Myntra,
Flipkart, Nykaa, Swiggy, Zomato, Tata Cliq, and Ajio.
• The users will continue to earn 1.5% cash back on further online purchases after reaching a
monthly cashback limit of Rs 5,000 on online transactions.

11. Which small finance bank has recently (in September ‘24) launched its “Liquid Plus” Fixed
Deposit (FD) with an interest rate of 6.75% per annum?
1) Jana Small Finance Bank Limited
2) ESAF Small Finance Bank
3) Capital Small Finance Bank Limited
4) AU Small Finance Bank
5) Utkarsh Small Finance Bank Limited
Answer- 1) Jana Small Finance Bank Limited
Explanation:
Jana Small Finance Bank Limited has recently launched its new “Liquid Plus” Fixed Deposit (FD),
offering an interest rate of 6.75% per annum. This innovative product is designed to cater to
customers seeking a reliable investment option that balances return with liquidity, making it an
appealing choice for both new and existing clients.
• The launch aligns with Jana Small Finance Bank’s commitment to providing innovative
financial solutions that meet the evolving needs of its customers.
• The Liquid Plus is designed to cater to the needs of individuals, High-Net-Worth Individuals
(HNIs) and corporates seeking short term investments options with safety, liquidity and
assured returns.
• To open this FD, customers need to invest a minimum of Rs 10 Lakhs for retail deposits,
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12. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) launched two new credit cards - ‘Ashva’ and
‘Mayura’ under the premium credit card segment?
1) Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
2) Federal Bank Limited
3) Axis Bank Limited
4) Karnataka Bank Limited
5) IDFC First Bank Limited
Answer- 5) IDFC First Bank Limited
Explanation:
IDFC First Bank, a leader in innovative financial solutions, has launched two new credit cards –
‘Ashva’ and ‘Mayura’, under the premium credit card segment. IDFC First Ashva credit card focuses
on mid-tier customers and IDFC First Mayura credit card focuses on the affluent segment.
• IDFC First Ashva credit card is a premiere metal credit card, powered by Visanetwork. This
credit card is designed specifically to cater not just the financial needs of affluent customers
but to elevate the luxury experiences of their customers.
• The cardholders will get reimbursement of up to Rs 25,000 annually for non-refundable flight
and hotel cancellations.
• IDFC First Mayura credit card is exclusively designed to combine modern travel benefits with
a design inspired by the rich Indian heritage, specifically Mayura (the peacock).
• The cardholders will get reimbursement of up to Rs 50,000 annually for non-refundable flight
and hotel cancellations.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-appointment of V. Vaidyanathan as
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IDFC First Bank Limited for a
period of 3 years effective from 19th December, 2024 to 18th December, 2027. Click here to
read more.

13. Which organisation/bank has recently (in September 2024) approved a USD 50 million
loan for ‘Climate-Adaptative Community-Based Water-Harvesting Project’ to enhance water
resource management and strengthen climate resilience in Meghalaya?
1) Japan Bank for International Cooperation
2) World Bank
3) International Finance Corporation
4) Asian Development Bank
5) International Development Association
Answer- 4) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has approved a USD 50 million loan for an initiative namely,
‘Climate-Adaptative Community-Based Water-Harvesting Project’ to enhance water resource
management and strengthen climate resilience in Meghalaya, India.
• The project focuses on improving water access and supporting communities in adapting to
climate change through sustainable Water-Harvesting System (WHS).
• The project supports the Meghalaya State Water Policy 2019.
• The project will involve the construction of 532 water-storage facilities across 12
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• Micro-irrigation systems will be introduced in the Garo, Jaintia, and Khasi regions, and
pilot tests of renewable energy micro hydropower will be done.

14. According to the new amendment that was recently (in September ‘24) passed by the
Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the requirement of ________ is eliminated for
disclosure of Non-Convertible Securities (NCS).
1) Aadhar
2) Biometric
3) PAN
4) KYC
5) All of the above
Answer- 3) PAN
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) amended the SEBI (Issue
and Listing of Non-Convertible Securities) Regulations, 2021 in exercise of powers given under sub-
section 30 of the SEBI Act, 1992(15 of 1992).
• As per new rules, SEBI has reduced the time period for seeking public comments on the draft
offer documents from 7 working days to 1 day for issuers whose specified securities are
already listed on exchanges with nationwide terminals and 5 days for other issuers.
• SEBI's new rules have simplified disclosure requirements for Non-Convertible Securities (NCS)
in offer documents by eliminating the requirement for Permanent Account Number (PAN) and
personal address disclosure of promoters in offer documents.

15. Which bank has recently (in September 2024) sanctioned a loan facility of Rs 10,050 crores
to Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to develop an Ultra Super Critical Thermal Power
Project (USCTPP) in Koderma, Jharkhand?
1) HDFC Bank
2) Kotak Mahindra Bank
3) Bank of Baroda
4) State Bank of India
5) Indian Bank
Answer- 4) State Bank of India
Explanation:
The State Bank of India (SBI), a Public Sector Bank (PSB), has sanctioned a Rupee term loan facility of
Rs 10,050 crores to Damodar Valley Corporation (DVC) to develop an Ultra Super Critical Thermal
Power Project (USCTPP) with a capacity of 1600 Megawatt (MW), in Koderma, Jharkhand.
• The 1,600 MW project involves the construction of 2 units of 800MW each and has been
identified by the Ministry of Power (MoP) as one of the projects for capacity addition by
2030, aligning with India’s long-term energy goals.

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ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

1. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) become the 6th Indian startup to achieve
unicorn status in 2024?
1) Jai Kisan
2) Moneyview
3) TechFini
4) Covrzy
5) Jupiter Money
Answer- 2) Moneyview
Explanation:
Moneyview, a Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based Financial technology (fintech) lending platform operated
by WhizDM Innovations Private Limited, has turned Unicorn after securing Rs 38.6 crore (USD 4.6
million) in equity funding from Accel India and Nexus Venture Partners.
• Moneyview becomes the 6th Indian startup to achieve the unicorn status in 2024 after
Krutrim, Perfios, Porter, Rapido, and Ather.
• Through the deal, Moneyview was valued at around Rs 10,086 crore (approximately USD
1.2 billion), thereby attaining Unicorn status.
• The shares have been issued at Rs 64.15 each with the intent to raise around USD 4.65
million.

2. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) secured a Rs 850 crore order from Cochin
Shipyard Limited (CSL) to supply indigenous Multi-Function Radar in the X Band?
1) Signaltron Systems Private Limited
2) Bharat Electronics Limited
3) Adani Defence & Aerospace
4) GalaxEye Space Solutions Private Limited
5) Bharat Forge Limited
Answer- 2) Bharat Electronics Limited
Explanation:
Bengaluru (Karnataka) based Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), a public sector company has
secured an order worth Rs 850 crore from Cochin Shipyard Limited (CSL) to supply indigenous
Multi-Function Radar in the X Band.
• The multi-function radar is designed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation
(DRDO) and manufactured by BEL.
• The radar is designed to detect, acquire, and track airborne targets, providing defence for naval
vessels.
• BEL also received a Rs 305 crore order to manufacture ship navigational systems, thermal
imagers, communication equipment, fire and gun control systems, spares, and service.

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MoU’s AND AGREEMENTS

1. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a 500 million Pounds Grant Funding
Agreement with the United Kingdom (UK) Government for its 1.25 billion Pounds green steel
project in Wales, UK?
1) Arjas Steel Private Limited
2) Steel Authority of India
3) Jindal Steel & Power Limited
4) Sanyo Special Steel Manufacturing India Private Limited
5) Tata Steel UK Limited
Answer- 5) Tata Steel UK Limited
Explanation:
Tata Steel UK Limited , a subsidiary of India based Tata Steel Limited(TSL), has signed a 500 million
Pounds Grant Funding Agreement with the United Kingdom (UK) Government for its 1.25 billion
Pounds green steel project at Port Talbot steelworks in Wales, the UK. This agreement is the largest
investment in the UK steel sector in decades.
• It also sets the stage for the installation of a state-of-the-art Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) at its
steelworks in Wales and also saves 5,000 jobs. The EAF is expected to be operational within
three years.
• The EAF technology will significantly reduce carbon emissions, lowering the UK’s total
industrial emissions by 8% and Port Talbot’s emissions by 90%.
• The facility will be set up at a cost of 750 million Pounds by Tata Steel in addition to the
500 million Pounds already funded. It is expected to be operational by the end of 2027.

2. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) signed an agreement with Italy-based global
operator Telecom Italia Sparkle S.p.A. to enhance connectivity between Asia and Europe?
1) Idea
2) Jio
3) BSNL
4) Vodafone Idea
5) Airtel Business
Answer- 5) Airtel Business
Explanation:
New Delhi (Delhi) based Airtel Business, the Business-to-Business (B2B) arm of telecom Bharti
Airtel, has inked a pact with Italy-based global operator Telecom Italia Sparkle S.p.A. to enhance
connectivity between Asia and Europe.
• As part of the agreement, Airtel would acquire capacity from Sparkle on the Blue-Raman
Submarine Cable Systems, which will connect India and Italy.
• With this, Airtel aims to expand its global network through several international submarine
cable systems to provide data services in India and neighbouring countries.

3. With which country, India has recently (in September ‘24) signed an extended Memorandum
of Understanding (MoU) on maritime time issues?
1) Nepal
2) Bangladesh

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3) Peru
4) Denmark
5) Spain
Answer- 4) Denmark
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, India and Denmark signed an extended Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) on maritime time issues. Under the India-Denmark Green Strategic Partnership, the
collaboration between India and Denmark has been expanded across key areas like Quality shipping,
Cooperation on Port State Control, Maritime training and education, research and development,
Piracy, Green maritime technology, shipbuilding and green shipping.
• The MoU between India and Denmark was originally signed in 2019 and was later revised in
2022. Now, scope of the MoU has been expanded by inserting a dedicated clause for the
establishment of a Centre of Excellence (CoE) in India.
• Both nations are focusing on decarbonization efforts, with joint projects aimed to develop
hydrogen and ammonia-based fuels for ships, supporting India’s Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision
2047 to decarbonize its ports.
• As part of the Joint Action Plan on Green Strategic Partnership (2021-26), both India and
Denmark agreed to continue their collaboration on port modernization, maritime
digitalization, green fuel development, and advanced seafarer training.

4. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed 2 MoUs on Defence Industry
Cooperation with the Emirates Defence Companies Council (EDCC), and EDGE Group of the
United Arab Emirates (UAE)?
1) Indian Air Force
2) Defence Research and Development Organisation
3) Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers
4) Indian Coast Guard
5) Defence Public Sector Undertakings
Answer- 3) Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers
Explanation:
On September 18 2024, the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM), India’s only Defence
Industry association signed 2 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) on Defence Industry
Cooperation with the Emirates Defence Companies Council (EDCC), and EDGE Group of the United
Arab Emirates (UAE), one of the world’s leading advanced technology groups, to enhance defence
cooperation.
• This occurred during the inaugural India-UAE Defence Industries Cooperation Forum,
co-organised by the EDCC and the SIDM, in Abu Dhabi, the UAE.
• The forum, organised by the Embassy of India under the aegis of the Ministry of Defence
(MoD), in coordination with the UAE MoD, brought together the defence industries of both
nations.
• The MoUs aim to strengthen cooperation in key areas such as defence industries,
technology transfer, and joint projects between UAE and Indian companies.
• The India-UAE defence relationship has significantly deepened since 2014, bolstered by
high-level exchanges, joint exercises, and strategic dialogues.

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5. Which University has recently (in September ‘24) signed an MoU with Indian Council for
Cultural Relations (ICCR) to promote Hindi and India-related studies?
1) Utah State University
2) University of Tokyo
3) University of Saskatchewan
4) American University of the Middle East
5) Gulf University for Science and Technology
Answer- 5) Gulf University for Science and Technology
Explanation:
New Delhi(Delhi) based Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) and the Gulf University for
Science and Technology (GUST) in Kuwait signed an MoU to establish ICCR’s first Chair of Indian
Studies in Kuwait, focusing on Hindi language teaching.
• The agreement was signed by Ambassador of India to Kuwait Dr. Adarsh Swaika and GUST
President Professor Bassam Alameddine.
• In April 2024, a weekly Hindi radio broadcast was launched on Kuwait National Radio.

APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS

1. Name the Indian Cricketer who has recently (in September ‘24) onboard as Brand
Ambassador of Shriram Finance Limited.
1) Rahul Sharad Dravid
2) Gautam Gambhir
3) Virat Kohli
4) Shikhar Dhawan
5) Sunil Gavaskar
Answer- 1) Rahul Sharad Dravid
Explanation:
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based Shriram Finance Limited, the flagship company of the Shriram Group
has announced the onboarding of Rahul Sharad Dravid, former captain and head coach of the Indian
cricket team, as its brand ambassador.
• Rahul Sharad Dravid has been honoured with the Arjuna Award by the Government of India
(GoI) in 1998 for achievements in cricket, Padma Shri in 2004 and Padma Bhushan in
2013.

2. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the new Prime Minister (PM) of
Jordan?
1) Bisher Khasawneh
2) Paetongtarn Shinawatra
3) Jafar Hassan
4) Keir Starmer
5) Muhammad Yunus
Answer- 3) Jafar Hassan

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Explanation:
On 15th September 2024, Jordan’s King Abdullah II has appointed Jafar Hassan as the new Prime
Minister (PM) of Jordan replacing the outgoing PM Bisher Khasawneh, who has been serving as the
PM of Jordan since October 2020.
• Bishr Khasawneh resigned from the post in accordance with the constitutional norms after
the 2024 parliamentary elections.
• He was awarded Japan’s Order of the Rising Sun in 2020 for strengthening bilateral
relations.
• He is also the author of a book on Jordan’s political economy, published in Arabic in 2020.

3. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Brand ambassador for the
Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW)?
1) Sheetal Devi
2) Neeraj Chopra
3) Sunil Chhetri
4) Virat Kohli
5) Manu Bhaker
Answer- 5) Manu Bhaker
Explanation:
On September 17 2024, Manu Bhaker, a double Olympic medal winner, was appointed as the Brand
Ambassador for the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways (MoPSW).
• The appointment was announced by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, MoPSW at the
4th Harnessing of the Nari Shakti for the Development of the Nation event held in
Chennai, Tamil Nadu(TN).
• The event was organised by the Chennai Port Authority (CPA) in collaboration with
Kamarajar Port Authority.
Bhiwandi(Maharashtra) based Golden Bullet, a tools company, has announced the appointment of
Manu Bhaker as their Brand Ambassador.

4. Which of the following para-athletes have been recently (in September ‘24) named the
Election Commission of India’s (ECI) National Icons for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) for
voter awareness?
A) Sheetal Devi
B) Avani Lekhara
C) Rakesh Kumar
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 3) Only A & C
Explanation:
Indian para-archers Sheetal Devi and Rakesh Kumar of the Union Territory (UT) of Jammu and
Kashmir (J&K), have been named the Election Commission of India’s (ECI) National Icons for Persons

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with Disabilities (PwDs) for voter awareness, during an event organised by the ECI at Nirvachan
Sadan in New Delhi, Delhi.
• During the event, Rajiv Kumar, the Chief Election Commissioner of India (CEC) along with
Election Commissioners (ECs) Gyanesh Kumar and Dr. Sukhbir Singh Sandhu, felicitated
Arjuna Awardee and ECI’s national PwD icons are present at the event.
• Sheetal Devi and Rakesh Kumar secured the bronze medal in Archery’s Mixed Team
Compound Open event at the 2024 Paralympics, held in Paris, France. They set a new
Paralympic record with a combined score of 1399.
• Sheetal Devi was previously announced as an ECI National Icon before the 2024 Lok Sabha
elections. She became India’s youngest Paralympic medalist at 17.

5. Who has been recently (in September 2024) elected as the President of the 68th General
Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA)?
1) Robert Keith Rae
2) Sang Wook Ham
3) Roberta Metsola
4) Philemon Yang
5) Rafael Mariano Grossi
Answer- 2) Sang Wook Ham
Explanation:
Sang Wook Ham, South Korea’s ambassador to Austria, has been elected as the President of the 68th
General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency(IAEA), an international organisation
within the United Nations (UN).
• Sang Wook Ham will hold the office during the IAEA conference, held from 16 to 20
September 2024 at the Vienna International Centre (VIC) in Vienna, Austria.
• He was appointed as the Republic of Korea’s (ROK) Permanent Representative to the
International Organizations in Vienna in 2022.
• He has served as a Chair of the Missile Technology Control Regime in 2016, and Chair of the
International Trust Fund(ITF) for Enhancing Human Security for 2023-24.
• He served as the Chair of the IAEA Board of Governors in 2022.
• He was awarded the Presidential Citation in 2012 and an Order of Service Merit with Red
Stripes in 2015.

6. Who has been recently (in September 2024) appointed as the Director General (DG) of the
Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB)?
1) Amrit Mohan Prasad
2) Daljit Singh Chawdhary
3) Soumya Swaminathan
4) Tapan Kumar Deka
5) Sujoy Lal Thaosen
Answer- 1) Amrit Mohan Prasad
Explanation:
Appointments Committee of the Cabinet(ACC) has approved the appointment of Amrit Mohan
Prasad as the Director General (DG) of the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) (Level -17 in the Pay Matrix),

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for a tenure up to the date of his superannuation on 31 August 2025 or until further orders,
whichever is earlier.
• Amrit Mohan Prasad succeeded Daljit Singh Chawdhary, who handed over the customary
baton to Amrit Mohan Prasad at the SSB Headquarters, in New Delhi, Delhi.
• He was a 1989 batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of Odisha cadre, was appointed as
SDG (Level-16 of the Pay Matrix) of the CRPF in August 2024.
• Before this, he served as DG of Prisons and Director of Correctional Services (DCS) of
Odisha.He also served as the SDG of the Human Rights Protection Cell (HRPC) of Odisha
Police.
• The Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) was raised as a Special Service Body in 1963, in the
aftermath of the Chinese aggression (in 1962).
• In 1966 it was renamed as Special Service Bureau and on 15 December 2003, it was again
renamed as Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).

7. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Director General (DG) of the
Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)?
1) Satya Narayan Pradhan
2) Ajit Kumar Doval
3) Vijaya Bharathi Sayani
4) Anurag Garg
5) Gurcharan Singh
Answer- 4) Anurag Garg
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) has approved the appointment of Anurag Garg as
the new Director General (DG) of the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB).
• Anurag Garg is a 1993-batch Indian Police Service (IPS) officer of the Himachal Pradesh
(HP) cadre.
• He will hold the position with effect from the date of assumption of charge till May 23, 2026
or until further orders, whichever is earlier.
• He succeeds Anish Dayal Singh, who held the Additional Charge as DG of NCB following the
retirement of Satya Narayan Pradhan in August 2024.

8. Who has been recently (in September 2024) appointed as the Director General (DG) of the
Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA), the autonomous body under the Ministry of Defence
(MoD)?
1) Sindhu Gangadharan
2) Dr. B.N. Gangadhar
3) Jitendra J Jadhav
4) Vijaya Bharathi Sayani
5) Vikram Dev Dutt
Answer- 3) Jitendra J Jadhav
Explanation:
Jitendra J Jadhav assumed charge as the Director General (DG) of the Aeronautical Development
Agency (ADA). He has been holding additional Charge of Program Director (Combat Aircraft) and
Director of the ADA since September 2022.

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• He joined ADA in 1999 as a Scientist/Engineer ‘E’ and has about 37 years of experience in
combat aircraft design and development.
• He served as Director of the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research -National Aerospace
Laboratories (CSIR-NAL), Bengaluru, Karnataka from 2016-2022.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

1. Which railway station has been recently (in September ‘24) awarded the Non-Suburban
Group-1 (NSG-1) status by the Ministry of Railways (MoR)?
1) Howrah Junction railway station
2) Coimbatore Junction railway station
3) Kozhikode Railway Station
4) Nasik Road Railway station
5) Vijayawada Junction Railway Station
Answer- 5) Vijayawada Junction Railway Station
Explanation:
The Ministry of Railways (MoR) has awarded the Non-Suburban Group-1 (NSG-1) status to
Vijayawada Junction Railway Station (BZA), Vijayawada, Andhra Pradesh (AP).
• It was announced by Narendra Anandrao Patil, Divisional Railway Manager (DRM),
Vijayawada, South Central Railway (SCR).
• Vijayawada Railway Station is the second station in SCR to achieve NSG-1 status after
Secunderabad Junction Railway Station.
• The NSG-1 status is given to stations where annual revenue is more than Rs 500 crore or
the number of passengers per year is more than 20 lakhs.
• The Vijayawada railway station had a revenue of Rs 528 crore and handled over 16.84
million passengers in 2023-24.
• It has also joined the list of the top 28 elite stations of the Indian Railways(IR).

2. Name the Indian-origin author who has recently (in September ‘24) won the Singapore
Literature Prize (SLP) 2024 for the English fiction debut short story ‘Nine Yard Sarees’.
1) Prasanthi Ram
2) Sanjana Thakur
3) Bhavi Mehta
4) Ruskin Bond
5) Meena Kandasamy
Answer- 1) Prasanthi Ram
Explanation:
Prasanthi Ram, Indian-origin lecturer at Nanyang Technological University (NTU), Singapore has
won the Singapore Literature Prize(SLP) 2024 for the English fiction debut short story ‘Nine Yard
Sarees’, which was published in 2023.
• The short story cycle is about the generations of a Tamil Brahmin family dispersed spread
over Singapore, Sydney, New York, and Connecticut.
• A total of 17 writers, translators and comic artists were awarded the SLP for the year 2024.
• The SLP is a biennial award in Singapore that recognizes excellent published works by
Singaporean authors in any of the 4 official languages: Chinese, English, Malay, or Tamil.

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• Shubigi Rao, an Indian-origin artist, won the award for best English creative nonfiction for
her work ‘Pulp III: An Intimate Inventory Of The Banished Book’ (2022).

3. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) received the ‘2024 United Nations Inter-
Agency Task Force (UNIATF) Award’ for its significant multisectoral actions to the prevention
and control of NCDs and mental health?
1) Indian Council of Medical Research
2) National Medical Commission
3) National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences
4) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
5) Medical Assessment and Rating Board
Answer- 1) Indian Council of Medical Research
Explanation:
New Delhi (Delhi) headquartered Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has been honored with
the prestigious ‘2024 United Nations Inter-Agency Task Force (UNIATF)Award’ for its significant
multisectoral actions to the prevention and control of NCDs and mental health.
• ICMR has implemented various initiatives, including the establishment of national centers
focused on Assistive Health Technology, which enhances the accessibility and affordability of
healthcare solutions.
• It has developed sustainable assistive products catering to individuals with disabilities or
chronic conditions.
• It also conducted the ‘world’s largest assistive technology survey’ providing critical data to
inform policy and resource allocation for individuals needing assistive devices.

4. Which Indian film industry personality was recently (in September ‘24) honored with the
Global Prestige Award in the UK Parliament?
1) Sanjay Leela Bhansali
2) Shah Rukh Khan
3) Ranveer Singh
4) Kareena Kapoor
5) Vinod Bachchan
Answer- 5) Vinod Bachchan
Explanation:
Renowned Bollywood film producer Vinod Bachchan was honored with the prestigious Global
Prestige Award at the House of Lords, United Kingdom (UK) Parliament for his outstanding
contribution in Indian film industry, and in promoting Indian culture and strengthening cinematic ties
between India and the global stage, particularly the UK.
• The award ceremony was held in the presence of Lord Bellamy KC and Lord Rami Ranger
CBE, a distinguished Member of Parliament.
• Vinod Bachchan produced Bollywood hits such as Tanu Weds Manu, Zila Ghaziabad, Ginny
Weds Sunny, and Shaadi Mein Zaroor Aana, received the award for his influential role in
bringing Indian cinema to global audiences.

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SUMMITS, CONFERENCES

1. Who has recently (in September ‘24) inaugurated the SEMICON India 2024 at India Expo
Mart in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh?
1) Narendra Modi
2) Droupadi Murmu
3) Ashwini Vaishnaw
4) Jagdeep Dhankhar
5) Amit Shah
Answer- 1) Narendra Modi
Explanation:
On September 11 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi inaugurated SEMICON India 2024 at
India Expo Mart in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (UP). The 3-day conference was organised by India
Semiconductor Mission (ISM) in partnership with SEMI and industry associations.
• Theme of SEMICON India 2024 is ‘Shaping the Semiconductor Future’.
• The conference has demonstrated India’s semiconductor strategy and policy which aims to
make India a global hub for semiconductors.
• PM informed that GoI aimed to increase India’s electronics sector now valued at over USD 150
billion to USD 500 billion and to create 6 million jobs by the end of this decade.
• He highlighted India has been chosen as Vice Chair of the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework
(IPEF)’s Supply Chain Council and is a key partner in the QUAD Semiconductor Supply Chain
initiative.
• India has signed various agreements with countries like Japan and Singapore and also India is
strengthening its cooperation with the United States of America (USA) in the semiconductor
sector.
• SEMI, the global industry association that connects the semiconductor and electronic design
and manufacturing value chain, has announced a strategic agreement with its peer India
Electronics and Semiconductor Association (IESA), India’s premier industry body for ESDM
& Intelligent Electronics on the sidelines of SEMICON India 2024.Click here to read more.

2. Which country hosted the BRICS Literature Forum 2024?

1) India
2) Russia
3) China
4) Brazil
5)South Africa
Answer- 2) Russia
Explanation:
India participated in BRICS Literature Forum 2024 which commenced on 11th September, 2024 in
Kazan, Russia. The forum was inaugurated by Ilsur Metshin, Mayor of Kazan. The forum provided
the common platform to writers, poets, philosophers, artists, scholars from the BRICS (Brazil, Russia,
India, China and South Africa) countries.
• Theme of 2024 BRICS Literature Forum: “World literature in the new reality. Dialogue
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• Indian Delegation: India was represented by Madhav Kaushik, President of the Sahitya
Akademi; and Dr. K. Sreenivasarao, Secretary, Sahitya Akademi at the forum.
• During the 2nd event of the forum titled “Meet the Authors from India,” with the topic,
“Volga to Ganga: Celebration of Tradition and Multiculturalism, Moderator: Evgeniy
Abdullaev”, Dr. K. Sreenivasarao highlighted how the river-based cultures across the
world promoted multiculturalism which further promotes unity and drives social progress.

3. Which of the following points is/are ‘correct with respect to the 4th edition of Global Bio-
India held in New Delhi(Delhi) in September 2024?
A) The theme of the Global Bio-India 2024 was ‘Biotech Innovation and Bio-manufacturing’.
B) The Indian Bio-Economy Report 2024 was launched at the event along with the BIRAC
Compendium of Products and Technologies 2024.
C) India’s bio-economy has grown from USD 10 billion in 2014 to USD 130 billion in 2024, with
projections to reach USD 300 billion by 2030.
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
On 12th September 2024, Union Minister for State (Independent Charge,IC) Dr. Jitendra Singh,
Ministry of Science and Technology(MoS&T) inaugurated the 4th edition of Global Bio-India at
Pragati Maidan in New Delhi(Delhi).
• The theme of the Global Bio-India 2024 was ‘Biotech Innovation and Bio-manufacturing’.
• The three day event was organised by the Department of Biotechnology (DBT), MoS&T in
collaboration with its Public Sector Undertaking (PSU), Biotechnology Industry Research
Assistance Council (BIRAC).
• During the event, BIRAC signed 9 Letter of Intents(LoIs) with leading international
organizations, fostering collaboration in biotechnology.
• The Indian Bio Economy Report 2024 was also launched at the event along with BIRAC
Compendium of Products and Technologies 2024.
• India’s bio economy has grown from USD 10 billion in 2014 to USD 130 billion 2024, with
projections to reach USD 300 billion by 2030.

4. In September 2024, who chaired the 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 (Conference of Parties)
Bureau and the 3rd Formal Meeting of Fund’s Approval Committee under the UNESCO
International Convention against Doping in Sport in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya
2) Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi
3) Amit Shah
4) Ajit K Doval
5) Arvind Kejriwal
Answer- 1) Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya

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Explanation:
On 17th September 2024, the Union Minister Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya, Ministry of Youth Affairs and
Sports (MoYA&S) chaired the 2nd Formal Meeting of the COP9 (Conference of Parties) Bureau and
the 3rd Formal Meeting of Fund’s Approval Committee under the United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) International Convention against Doping in Sport held
in New Delhi, Delhi.
• These meetings aim to promote international collaboration in the fight against doping,
highlighting the importance of integrity, fairness, and inclusivity in sport.
• The main highlight of the inaugural session was the signing of a significant Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) between the National Anti-Doping Agency (NADA) and National Law
University, Delhi (NLU Delhi).
• This strategic partnership aimed to enhance cooperation in anti-doping law, policy and
education.
• This MoU marks a significant step in strengthening legal education and research in anti-
doping, which will help India to consolidate its position in this domain.

COMMITTEE AND MEETING

1. Which of the following points is/are correct with respect to the 20th Meeting of the Maritime
States Development Council (MSDC) held in Goa from 12 to 13 September 2024?
A) The meeting witnessed the keel-laying ceremony of India’s largest dredger, a 10,000 Cubic
Meter (Cu. M.) Trailer Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD) at Garden Reach Shipbuilders and
Engineers (GRSE) Ltd, built in collaboration with IHC Holland.
B) The Council also launched the Indian Maritime Centre (IMC), a Policy Think Tank designed
to bring together maritime stakeholders currently operating in silos.
C) The Council launched the Indian International Maritime Dispute Resolution Centre
(IIMDRC).
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only B & C
Explanation:
The 20th Meeting of the Maritime States Development Council (MSDC) was held under the
chairmanship of Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
(MoPSW) from 12 to 13 September 2024 in Benaulim, Goa, addressing several key maritime
initiatives critical to India’s maritime future.
• The two day meeting concluded with resolutions of over 80 critical issues between the
Central Government, States, and Union Territories (UTs), covering areas like port
infrastructure modernisation, connectivity, maritime tourism, port security, etc.
• The meeting witnessed the keel-laying ceremony of India’s largest dredger, a 12,000
Cubic Meter (Cu. M.) Trailer Suction Hopper Dredger (TSHD), at Cochin Shipyard Limited
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• The Council also launched the Indian Maritime Centre (IMC), a Policy Think Tank designed
to bring together maritime stakeholders currently operating in silos.
• The Council launched the Indian International Maritime Dispute Resolution Centre
(IIMDRC), a specialised platform offering merit-based and industry-governed solutions to
resolve maritime disputes efficiently.
• The MSDC launched the National Safety in Ports Committee (NSPC) application on the
National Single Window System (NSWS) digital platform for streamlined regulatory
processes.Cllick here to read more

2. Which country hosted the Group of Twenty (G20) Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (AMM)
from 12th-14th September 2024?
1) Brazil
2) India
3) Australia
4) Germany
5) United Kingdom
Answer- 1) Brazil
Explanation:
The Indian delegation was led by Minister of State (MoS) Ram Nath Thakur, Ministry of Agriculture
and Farmers Welfare (MoA&FW), Government of India(GoI) attended the Group of Twenty (G20)
Agriculture Ministerial Meeting (AMM) held in Cuiabá, Brazil from 12-14 September 2024.
• On the sidelines of the G20 AMM, Ram Nath Thakur, held a series of bilateral meetings with
the United States of America (USA), Brazil, Japan, Germany, the United Kingdom (UK),
Spain, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to strengthen India’s agricultural ties globally.
• Indian Delegation also comprised Ambassador Suresh Reddy, Ambassador of India to Brazil,
and Franklin L. Khobung, Joint Secretary (Natural Resources Management (NRM)) Division,
Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare (DoA&FW), MoA&FW.
• Brazil holds the presidency of the G20, until 30th November 2024. G20 brings together the
world’s largest economies – 19 countries, the African Union and the European Union.Click
here to read more

INDEX

1. According to the World Bank (WB) report titled “Unlocking the Power of Healthy Longevity,”
how many lives could be saved in Low-and-Middle Income Countries (LMICs) by investing in
healthy longevity?
1) 200 million
2) 300 million
3) 150 million
4) 500 million
5) 225 million
Answer- 3) 150 million
Explanation:
According to the World Bank (WB)’s report titled “Unlocking the Power of Healthy Longevity:
Demographic Change, Non-Communicable Diseases and Human Capital”, investing in healthy

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longevity could save 150 million lives in Low-and-Middle Income Countries (LMICs) and extend
millions more by 2050, which would result in significant economic benefits.
• However, the report cautioned about the rapid increase of aging population which will
impact labor, immigration, health care, social protection systems and economies.
• As per the report, at least 1/3rd (33%) of the world population will be over 60 years of age
by 2050.
• As per the report, Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) such as diabetes. Respiratory
diseases, heart diseases, cancers, among others account for over 70% of all deaths and a
significant portion disease and disability in LMICs.
• The World Bank Group (WBG) has set the target of reaching 1.5 billion people with better
health services by 2030.

2. Which Indian company has been recognized as the No. 1 India-headquartered company in
the World's Best Companies 2024 list published by TIME Magazine and German-based Statista?
1) AMUL
2) Reliance Industries Limited
3) HCL Technologies Limited
4) Tata Consultancy Service Limited
5) Infosys Limited
Answer- 3) HCL Technologies Limited
Explanation:
Indian Information technology (IT) firm HCLTech has been recognized as the No. 1 India-
headquartered company in World’s Best Companies 2024 list published by the United States of
America (USA) based TIME Magazine and German-based Statista.
• HCLTech has secured 112th position leading to topping amongst Indian companies.
• The Noida-headquartered firm has also secured a place in the global top 10 list within the
Professional Services category.
• US-based tech giant Apple has topped the list globally, followed by Ireland-based tech
major Accenture, Microsoft, BMW Group, and Amazon.
• The World’s Best Companies 2024 ranking is based on employee-satisfaction surveys,
revenue growth, and environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) data.Click
here to read more
Top Indian Companies in the List
Global Rank Company name Headquarters Overall score

112 HCL Technologies Limited Noida, Uttar Pradesh(UP) 91.75

119 Infosys Limited Bengaluru, Karnataka 91.55

134 Wipro Limited Bengaluru 91.29

187 Mahindra Group Mumbai, Maharashtra 90.57

504 Axis Bank Limited Mumbai 86.72

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3. Which Indian airport has ranked at 24th spot in the recently (in September ‘24) released
OAG's 2024 Megahubs airports?
1) Maharishi Valmiki International Airport
2) Manohar International Airport
3) Indira Gandhi International Airport
4) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport
5) Thiruvananthapuram International Airport
Answer- 3) Indira Gandhi International Airport
Explanation:
According to the ‘2024 Megahubs report’, released by the United Kingdom (UK)-based air
consultancy firm Official Airline Guide (OAG), Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA) in New
Delhi(Delhi), has been ranked at 24th spot among the top 25 Megahub airports globally, up by one
place from 25th spot in OAG’s 2023 report.
• Other than IGIA, Mumbai’s (Maharashtra) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International
Airport (CSMIA) is also featured among the top 50 Megahubs airports globally. However, it
saw a significant drop in its ranking from 34th position (in 2023) to 44th position (in
2024).
• UK-based London Heathrow Airport (LHR) has once again secured the 1st spot in the
latest rankings, followed by Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) in Malaysia and
Tokyo-Haneda International Airport (HND) in Japan, secured 2nd and 3rd position
respectively.
• This is the 10th edition of OAG Megahubs report, which ranks the connectivity of the
world’s leading international airport hubs both global and regional wise.
• The Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) topped in the Low-Cost Carrier (LCC)
megahub category with 14,583 Low-Cost Connections across 137 destinations.
• London Heathrow Airport(LHR) has once again been recognized as the world’s most
internationally connected airport.
• As per OAG data, IndiGo emerged as the dominant carrier for both Delhi Airport and
Mumbai Airport. Indigo operates 39% and 41% of flights at Delhi Airport and Mumbai
Airport, respectively.
• Delhi Airport and Mumbai Airport are the only two Indian airports to be featured among
OAG’s top 10 LCC Airports Megahub category. Click here to read more.

4. India has achieved Tier 1 status in the 5th edition of Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI 2024).
Which organisation has released the GCI 2024 in September 2024?
1) Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research
2) Department of Telecommunications
3) International Telecommunication Union
4) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
5) Asia-Pacific Telecommunity
Answer- 3) International Telecommunication Union
Explanation:
India has achieved Tier 1 status in the 5th edition of Global Cybersecurity Index (GCI 2024),
released by the International Telecommunication Union (ITU), a trusted reference that measures the
commitment of countries to cybersecurity at a global level.

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• With an overall score of 98.49, India is featured in the Tier I category along with 46
countries.
• The level of development or engagement of each country is assessed along 5 pillars: Legal
Measures, Technical Measures, Organizational Measures, Capacity Development, and
Cooperation.
• It uses a new five-tier analysis, ranking countries from Tier 1 to Tier 5 based on their
advancements and impacts in cybersecurity.
• India excelled(scored 20 out of 20) in legal, technical, capacity development, and
cooperation, marking them as areas of strength. Organisational measures was listed as an
area of potential growth (score: 18.49).

5. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) become the 6th largest market in the Morgan
Stanley Capital International (MSCI) All Country World Investable Market Index (ACWI IMI)?
1) China
2) India
3) France
4) Japan
5) Canada
Answer- 2) India
Explanation:
India has become the 6th largest market in the Morgan Stanley Capital International (MSCI) All
Country World Investable Market Index (ACWI IMI), surpassing China and just marginally behind
France. The United States of America (USA) has topped in the index.
• As of 31st August 2024, India’s weight in the MSCI ACWI IMI stood at 2.35%, 11 basis
points (bps) higher than China’s 2.24%. While, France MSCI AWI IMI is just 3 bps higher
than India i.e. 2.38%.
• For the 1st time, India has surpassed China to become the top Emerging Market (EM) in the
MSCI EM Investable Market Index (EM IMI).
• As per Morgan Stanley Analysts, India’s top weight in the MSCI ACWI IMI is unlikely to boost
passive inflows, as the index is tracked by Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs) with moderate
assets of less than USD 2 billion.
• According to Morgan Stanley research on 17th September 2024, China’s weight in the index
has fallen by half a percentage point since peaking in early 2021, while India's has more
than doubled during this period.
• The United States of America (USA) has topped the MSCI ACWI IMI index with a weight of
68.23%, followed by Japan (5.73%) and the United Kingdom (UK) (3.51%) secured 2nd and
3rd position in the index respectively. Click here to read more.

6. Which Rhinoceros are potentially affected severely by climate change, according to the
recently (in September ‘24) released report titled ‘2024 State of the Rhino’ by the International
Rhino Foundation (IRF)?
1) White rhino
2) Sumatran rhino
3) Greater one-horned rhino
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5) Black rhino
Answer- 3) Greater one-horned rhino
Explanation:
According to the report titled ‘2024 State of the Rhino’ by the International Rhino Foundation (IRF),
the Greater one-horned rhino (Rhinoceros unicornis) could be potentially affected severely by
climate change, as stronger monsoon seasons and limited space and resources cause habitat
disruption and increase the threat of human-wildlife conflict.
• This annual report provides current population estimates and trends, as well as key
challenges and conservation developments for the 5 surviving rhino species in Africa and
Asia.
• Currently, fewer than 28,000 rhinos remain worldwide across all 5 species, namely the
White rhino, Black rhino, Javan rhino, Sumatran rhino, and the Greater one-horned rhino.
• The Greater One-Horned Rhino (also known as the Indian Rhino) resides primarily in India
and Nepal, and occasionally in Bhutan.
• According to the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the estimated
population of the greater one-horned rhinos is 4,014.

7. According to the S&P Global Report titled ‘India Forward: Emerging Perspectives’, India is on
track to become the ________ largest economy in the world by Financial Year 2030-31 (FY31).
1) 3rd
2) 1st
3) 2nd
4) 5th
5) 7th
Answer- 1) 3rd
Explanation:
According to the S&P Global’s inaugural edition of the report titled “India Forward: Emerging
Perspectives” released on 19th September, 2024, India is on track to become the 3rd largest
economy in the world and transition to the Upper-Middle-Income(UMI) category by Financial Year
2030-31 (FY31), driven by a projected annual growth rate of 6.7%.
• The report noted that India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) grew by an impressive 8.2%
in FY24 and also expects to grow at 6.8% in FY25.
• The report showed that Goods and Services Tax (GST) collections in India reached an all-
time monthly high of Rs 2.1 trillion in April 2024 and remained healthy in May and June.
• India registered strong Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation (HSBC) India
Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) readings so far in FY25 and manufacturing and
services sectors activity continued to perform well above the neutral mark of 50. The HSBC
India PMI is compiled by S&P Global Market Intelligence. Click here to read more.

8. Which state has experienced a continuous decline in its relative economic performance over
several decades, according to a working paper ‘Relative Economic Performance of Indian
States: 1960-61 to 2023-24’ by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM)?
1) Karnataka
2) Tami Nadu
3) Gujarat

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4) Andhra Pradesh
5) West Bengal
Answer- 5) West Bengal
Explanation:
According to the working paper by the Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister(EAC-PM)
titled ‘Relative Economic Performance of Indian States: 1960-61 to 2023-24’, there are
significant economic transformations in various Indian states since the liberalization reforms of the
1990s.
• The paper focuses exclusively on the relative performance of states, measured using two
indicators: Share in India’s GDP and Relative per capita income.
• Karnataka, Gujarat, Delhi, Andhra Pradesh (AP), Telangana, and Haryana have made the
largest gains in increasing their shares in the national GDP.
• In contrast, West Bengal (WB), Uttar Pradesh (UP), Uttarakhand, Bihar, Punjab, and Assam’s
shares in India’s overall GDP have gone down. Click here to read more.

ACQUISITION AND MERGERS

1. Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has recently (in September 2024) increased its
stake in _________________ (company) to about 9.3%.
1) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
2) Rural Electrification Corporation Limited
3) Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited
4) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
5) Indian Railway Finance Corporation
Answer- 1) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
Explanation:
On 12th September 2024, Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC), India’s largest state-owned
insurance company, has increased its stake Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
(IRCTC), a “Mini Ratna (Category-I)” Central Public Sector Undertaking(PSU) under Ministry of
Railways, to about 9.3%
• LIC’s shareholdings in equity shares of IRCTC has been increased from around 5.82 crore to
around 7.43 crore i.e., 7.278% to ~9.298% of the paid up capital.
• LIC shareholding in IRCTC has increased 2.02% in the period 16th December 2022, to 11th
September 2024, via open market purchases.
Max Healthcare Institute Limited (Max Health Care) has announced the acquisition of 64% stake
(controlling stake) in Jaypee Healthcare Limited (JHL) at an enterprise value of Rs 1,660 crore.

DEFENCE

1. In September 2024, the Ministry of Defence(MoD) approved the Indian Navy’s (IN) Rs 2,500
crore plan to develop ______________.
1) Ocean Research Vessels
2) Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts
3) Extra-Large Unmanned Underwater Vessels

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4) Next Generation Missile Vessels

5) Offshore Patrol Vessels
Answer- 3) Extra-Large Unmanned Underwater Vessels
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence(MoD) has approved the Indian Navy’s (IN) Rs 2,500 crore plan to develop
Extra-Large Unmanned Underwater Vessels (XLUUVs) as part of its strategy to enhance underwater
combat and surveillance capabilities.
• These vessels are expected to strengthen India’s defence against enemy submarines and
surface vessels.
• The XLUUVs, weighing over 100 tonnes, will have strike capabilities against enemy
submarines and surface vessels.
• These vessels will be deployed for various tasks including mine-laying, mine-clearing,
surveillance, and launching weapons.

2. Which city has recently (in September ‘24) hosted the India Defence Aviation Exposition
(Expo) (IDAX-24)?
1) Jodhpur, Rajasthan
2) Umroi, Meghalaya
3) Chandipur, Odisha
4) Amethi, Uttar Pradesh
5) Bangalore, Karnataka
Answer- 1) Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Explanation:
Union Minister Rajnath Singh, Ministry of Defence (MoD) inaugurated the India Defence Aviation
Exposition (Expo) (IDAX-24) in Jodhpur, Rajasthan, showcasing India’s commitment to Indigenous
defence manufacturing and aerospace innovation.
• The IDAX-24, run from 12 to 14 September 2024, highlighted the significant advancements and
contributions of the Indian aviation industry.
• The event coincides with Exercise Tarang Shakti-24 (Phase II), one of the largest and India’s
first multinational air exercises hosted by the Indian Air Force (IAF) in Jodhpur from 29th
August to 14th September 2024.
• IDAX-24 aims to present India’s Indigenous aviation capabilities to global air forces.
• The IAF’s Directorate of Aerospace Design (DAD) participated in the expo alongside various
startups. Click here to read more.

3. Which organisation partnered with the Indian Navy (IN) has recently (in September ‘24)
conducted the 2nd consecutive flight test of the Vertical Launch Short Range Surface to Air
Missile (VLSRSAM)?
1) Bharat Dynamics Limited
2) Defence Research & Development Organisation
3) Adani Defence and Aerospace
4) Flying Wedge Defence and Aerospace Technologies
5) Mahindra Defence Systems Limited
Answer- 2) Defence Research & Development Organisation

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Explanation:
On 13th September 2024, the Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) and the Indian
Navy (IN) successfully conducted the 2nd consecutive flight test of the Vertical Launch Short Range
Surface to Air Missile (VLSRSAM), a ship-borne weapon system from the Integrated Test Range (ITR)
in Chandipur, off the coast of Odisha.
• Developed by DRDO, VLSRSAM intercepted a high-speed aerial target at a very low altitude,
simulating a sea-skimming threat, showcasing its precision and capability.
• This test followed a similar successful flight on September 12, 2024, where the missile
effectively neutralized a low-altitude target.
• DRDO successfully completed the first phase of developmental field firing trials for India’s
indigenous light tank, ‘Zorawar.’ It was tested in desert terrain, demonstrating exceptional
performance during preliminary automotive trials.
• The initial phase focused on testing the tank’s firing capabilities, achieving the required
accuracy on designated targets.

4. Name the state-of-the-art Kalvari Submarine Escape Training Facility that was recently (in
September ‘24) commissioned by the Indian Navy (IN) at (Indian Naval Ship) INS Satavahana,
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh (AP).
1) Arighaat
2) Dega
3) Triput
4) Vinetra
5) MAITRI
Answer- 4) Vinetra
Explanation:
The Indian Navy (IN) has commissioned a state-of-the-art Kalvari Submarine Escape Training
Facility, named ‘Vinetra,’ at INS (Indian Naval Ship) Satavahana, Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
(AP). It is designed to enhance the crew’s escape capabilities from distressed Kalvari-class
submarines.
• It was inaugurated by Vice Admiral Rajesh Pendharkar, Flag Officer Commanding-in-
Chief (FOC-in-C), Eastern Naval Command in Visakhapatnam, AP.
• The facility “Vinetra” (विनेत्र), meaning “Trainer” represents a significant step forward in
building confidence among submariner.
• Vinetra, indigenously designed and developed on the lines of Atma Nirbhar Bharat
initiative, is built by Larsen & Toubro Ltd (L&T) Defence featuring a five-meter escape
tower integrated with a diving basin.
• INS Kalvari, commissioned in 2017, was the first of the class, followed by other submarines
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) launched its ‘Chamran-1’ research satellite
into orbit by the Qaem-100 satellite carrier?
1) Iran
2) United Arab Emirates
3) Russia
4) China
5) United States of America
Answer- 1) Iran
Explanation:
Iran has successfully launched the ‘Chamran-1’ research satellite and put it into a 550
kilometer(km) orbit by the Qaem-100 satellite carrier. The launch was made at the Guard’s launch
pad near the city of Shahroud, some 350km(215 miles) east of the capital, Tehran, Iran.
• This is Iran’s second satellite launch in 2024, first under Iran’s President Masoud
Pezezhkian.
• The Chamran-1 satellite, weighing 60 kilograms(kg), designed to test hardware and
software systems for orbital maneuver technology.
• It is designed and manufactured by Iranian engineers at Iran Electronics Industries
(SAIran), a defense ministry subsidiary, in collaboration with the Aerospace Research
Institute and several private firms.
• The Qaem-100 rocket, built by Aerospace Force of the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps
(IRGC). It is a solid-fuel, three-stage vehicle and previously used in January 2024 for another
successful satellite launch.

2. According to a recent (in September ‘24) study from the United States of America (USA)
based Cornell University, the first human-made meteor shower may occur from the rocky
debris left over from NASA's ___________ mission.
1) Tanager-1
2) Gaofen-11 05
3) Geostationary Operational Environmental Satellite
4) Double Asteroid Redirection Test
5) Artemis II
Answer- 4) Double Asteroid Redirection Test
Explanation:
A study from Cornell University of New York, the United States of America (USA) suggests that the
rocky debris generated from the National Aeronautics and Space Administration(NASA)’s Double
Asteroid Redirection Test (DART) mission may result in the first human-made meteor shower.
• In 2022, NASA DART spacecraft intentionally slammed into asteroid Dimorphos and generated
a massive debris field, estimated to be around 2 million pounds (nearly 1 million kilograms) of
rocks and dust. The fragments from the collision could potentially reach Earth and Mars within
the next 10 to 30 years.
• These particles could produce visible meteors as they penetrate the Martian atmosphere.
These meteor showers could last for up to a century.
• The study has been accepted for publication in The Planetary Science Journal.

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3. Which aerospace company has recently (in September ‘24) launched ‘Project 200’, an
innovative satellite designed to operate at an Ultra-Low Earth Orbit (ULEO)?
1) Airbus
2) Bellatrix Aerospace Private Limited
3) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
4) Ikran Aerospace and Technologies Private Limited
5) Adani Defence and Aerospace
Answer- 2) Bellatrix Aerospace Private Limited
Explanation:
Bengaluru (Karnataka)-based Bellatrix Aerospace Private Limited, a space mobility company,
launched Project 200, an innovative satellite designed to operate at an Ultra-Low Earth Orbit
(ULEO) (180 kilometers (km)-250 km) during the 8th Bengaluru Space Expo (BSX) 2024 at the
Bangalore International Exhibition Centre (BIEC) in Bengaluru.
• This orbit has the potential to transform current satellite capabilities exponentially and it
reimagines the way a satellite connects with the planet.
• Project 200 is a technology demonstrator mission to qualify a new unconventional satellite
powered by a highly advanced propulsion system at around 200 km orbit.
• This technology will transform high-resolution Earth observation, telecommunications, and
scientific research.

SPORTS

1. Who has recently (in September ‘24) won the Formula 1 (F1) Qatar Airways Azerbaijan
Grand Prix (GP) 2024?
1) Max Verstappen
2) Oscar Piastri
3) Lewis Hamilton
4) Lando Norris
5) George Russell
Answer- 2) Oscar Piastri
Explanation:
On September 15 2024, McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, an Australian racing driver won the Formula 1 (F1)
Qatar Airways Azerbaijan Grand Prix (GP) 2024 held from 13 to 15 September 2024 at the Baku
City Circuit (BCC) in Baku, Azerbaijan.
• Ferrari’s Charles Leclerc, a Monégasque racing driver finished 2nd followed by Mercedes’
George Russell, a British racing driver who finished 3rd.
• This victory marks Piastri’s 2nd career F1 GP win in his second season in F1.
• Piastri secured his first-ever F1 title victory at the Hungarian GP 2024 at Hungaroring in
Mogyoród (near Budapest), Hungary in July 2024.
• The results of Azerbaijan GP 2024 placed McLaren above Red Bull in the constructors’
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2. Which country has won the Asian Champions Trophy 2024 held from 8th to 17th September
2024 at the Moqi Hockey Training Base in China?
1) China
2) India
3) Japan
4) Pakistan
5) Malaysia
Answer- 2) India
Explanation:
The 8th edition of the Hero Asian Champions Trophy was held from 8th to 17th September 2024 at
the Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China. The Indian men’s hockey team
won the Asian Champion Trophy 2024 by defeating China with a 1-0 score in the finals held at the
Moqi Hockey Training Base in Hulunbuir, Inner Mongolia, China.
• This marks India’s 5th Asian Championship title. China finished as runners-up, while
Pakistan came third.
• India previously won the title in 2011, 2016, 2018 (joint winners with Pakistan), and
2023.
• The total prize pot for the competition was set at USD 14.8 million, with the winners in line
to net USD 5 million. The runners-up received USD 3 million, and the 2 losing semi-finalists
received USD 1 million each.
• Every player of the Indian Hockey team will get a reward of Rs 3 lakh while Rs 1.5 lakh will
be awarded to every support staff member.
• The Asian Champions Trophy is the annual men’s hockey tournament organised by the
Asian Hockey Federation since 2011.
• Participants 2024: India, Pakistan, South Korea, Japan, China, and Malaysia.
• India emerged as the inaugural winners of the Asian Hockey Champions Trophy defeating
Pakistan in 2011. India is the most successful team in the tournament(5) followed by
Pakistan at 2nd spot with 3 titles.

3. Which Javelin Thrower has finished second with a throw of 87.86 meters(m) at the 2024
Wanda Diamond League Finals in King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium?
1) Anderson Peters
2) Julian Weber
3) Neeraj Chopra
4) DP Manu
5) Oliver Helander
Answer- 3) Neeraj Chopra
Explanation:
Indian Javelin Thrower & Olympic Medalist Neeraj Chopra finished second with a throw of 87.86
meters (m) at the 2024 Wanda Diamond League Finals held from 13th to 14th September 2024 in
King Baudouin Stadium in Brussels, Belgium.
• Paris 2024 Olympics bronze medalist Anderson Peters of Grenada won his first Diamond
League title with a throw of 87.87 m and the 2023 European Games champion Julian
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• This was Neeraj Chopra’s 5th appearance in the Diamond League final. He has previously
won the title in 2022 with an 88.44m throw and became the 1st Indian to win the Diamond
League Trophy.
• Neeraj has gained 14 points across two Diamond League meets in 2024 to qualify for the
final.
• Neeraj Chopra won the gold medal at the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, becoming the 1st Asian
javelin throw athlete to do so and he recently won the silver in the 2024 Paris Olympics
with a throw of 89.45 m.
• Neeraj Chopra had set a national record of 89.94m at the Stockholm event of the Diamond
League in 2022 and gave his career’s second-best of 89.49 m at the Lausanne meet in
August 2024.
• He also won a gold at the Federation Cup 2024 (Jodhpur, Rajasthan) held in May 2024
with a best throw of 82.27m.
• The Diamond League is an annual series of track and field athletic competitions including
fifteen of the best invitational athletics meetings.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS

1. Name the author, who has recently (in September ‘24) released his book titled
“Randhurandhar Shahajiraje Bhosale”.
1) Piyush Pandey
2) Amar Yuvraj Dangat
3) Alpana Killawala
4) Anuradha Mascarenhas
5) Sanjay Kishore
Answer- 2) Amar Yuvraj Dangat
Explanation:
Union Minister Nitin Gadkari, Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (MoRTH) released a book
titled “Randhurandhar Shahajiraje Bhosale” authored by Amar Yuvraj Dangat, a Pune
(Maharashtra)-based historian, in Nagpur, Maharashtra.
• The book focuses on Shahajiraje Bhosale, a prominent sardar in the Deccan, a Maratha
general from the 17th Century. He was the father of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, founder of
Maratha rule (Swarajya).
• Shahajiraje Bhosale was the first leader who made the Maharashtrians aware of their identity
and he inspired his son Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj to establish Maratha rule (Swarajya) in
Maharashtra.

OBITUARY

1. Name the Dronacharya award-winning Table Tennis (TT) coach who passed away in
September 2024.
1) Shobhana Sitaram Ranade
2) Ram Narain Agarwal
3) Kunwar Natwar Singh

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4) Jayanta Kumar Pushilal

5) Anshuman Gaekwad
Answer- 4) Jayanta Kumar Pushilal
Explanation:
Jayanta Kumar Pushilal, a Dronacharya award-winning Table Tennis (TT) coach, passed away at 63
in Kolkata, West Bengal (WB). He was born in December 1961 in Kolkata.
• Known as ‘Botonda,’ he coached for over 40 years, producing over 15 national champions,
including Mouma Das, Arup Basak, and Prapti Sen and others.
• He was the former Maldives TT National Team Coach, extending his expertise to the Kerala
sports department and TT associations in Kazakhstan.
• He was honoured with the Dronacharya Award (Lifetime) for 2023, in recognition of his
outstanding achievements in Coaching.

2. Name the General Secretary of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI(M) who passed away in
September 2024?.
1) Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee
2) Francis D'Britto
3) Sitaram Yechury
4) Murlidhar Chandrakant Bhandare
5) Mikhail Gorbachev
Answer- 3) Sitaram Yechury
Explanation:
Sitaram Yechury, the General Secretary (GS) of the Communist Party of India (Marxist) or CPI(M)
passed away at the age of 72 in New Delhi, Delhi. He was born on 12 August 1952 in Chennai, Tamil
Nadu (TN).
• He has served as the Member of Parliament(MP), Rajya Sabha from West Bengal, from
2005 to 2017.
• He played a significant role as a CPI(M) interlocutor in the United Front (UF) and United
Progressive Alliance (UPA) governments.
• He was also a Head of the International Department of the Central Committee, and Editor of
the CPI(M) Central Weekly, Peoples’ Democracy.

IMPORTANT DAYS

1. When was the National Engineer's Day observed across India to commemorate the birth
anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvarayaan?
1) September 15
2) August 10
3) July 2
4) June 9
5) August 14
Answer- 1) September 15

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Explanation:
National Engineer’s Day is annually observed across India on September 15 to commemorate the
birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvarayaan, who is known as the first
engineer of India for his vital contribution to the field of engineering and education.
• This day recognises the achievements and invaluable contributions of engineers across
India.
• The Government of India (GoI) declared the birth anniversary of Sir Mokshagundam
Visvesvaraya as National Engineers’ Day in 1968.
• The first-ever National Engineers’ Day was celebrated on 15th September 1968.
• In 1955, the GoI honoured Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya with Bharat Ratna for his
significant contributions in the field of engineering and for his service to India. Click here to
read more.

2. The United Nations (UN)'s International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer is
annually observed across the globe on _____________ to spread awareness about the importance of
the ozone layer.
1) August 12
2) September 16
3) July 11
4) June 4
5) May 24
Answer- 2) September 16
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer or World
Ozone Day (WOD) is annually observed across the globe on 16 September to spread awareness
about the importance of the ozone layer and its depletion that leads to global warming and climate
change worldwide.
• The Day also aims to promote actions to protect the ozone layer. This Day is also known as
Global Ozone Day.
• 16th September 2024 marks the observance of the 30th International Day for the
Preservation of the Ozone Layer.
• The theme of International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer 2024 is “Montreal
Protocol: Advancing Climate Actions”.
• On 19 December 1994, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution
A/RES/49/114, proclaiming the 16 September of every year as International Day for the
Preservation of the Ozone Layer.
• The 1st International Day for the Preservation of the Ozone Layer was observed on 16th
September 1995.
• Ozone (O3) is a highly reactive colourless, and odourless gas and is a special form of oxygen,
unlike the Oxygen (O2) we breathe.
• On 16th September 2009, the Vienna Convention and the Montreal Protocol became the
first set of treaties in the history of the UN to achieve universal ratification.
• According to the World Meteorological Organization’s (WMO) annual WMO Ozone and UV
Bulletin 2024, The ozone layer is expected to recover to 1980 values (before the appearance

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of the ozone hole) by 2066 over Antarctica; by 2045 over the Arctic and by 2040 for the rest
of the world. Click here to read more.

3. When was the first-ever United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Science, Technology, and
Innovation for the South observed?
1) 1st August 2024
2) 28th July 2024
3) 16th September 2024
4) 1st June 2024
5) 14th May 2024
Answer- 3) 16th September 2024
Explanation:
The first-ever United Nations (UN)’s International Day of Science, Technology, and Innovation
for the South was observed on 16th September 2024 to emphasise the important role of Science,
Technology, and Innovation (STI) in supporting economic growth and sustainable development,
particularly in the Global South.
• This day highlights the necessity of STI in achieving the SDGs and creating a fairer, more
participatory, and inclusive world.
• On 9 January 2024, the UN General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the resolution A/RES/78/259,
proclaiming the 16 September of every year as the International Day of Science,
Technology, and Innovation for the South.
• The Summit was held in Havana, Cuba, on 15 and 16 September 2023.
• India achieved the fastest 5th Generation (5G) rollout with 2.70 lakh sites deployed by Reliance
Jio and Bharti Airtel within nine months.
• India moved from 7th (2010) to 3rd (2023) in global scientific publications rankings, behind
China and the United States of America (USA). Click here to read more.

4. When was the United Nations (UN)’s International Day for Interventional Cardiology
annually observed across the globe?
1) June 16
2) August 13
3) May 13
4) July 16
5) September 16
Answer- 5) September 16
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s International Day for Interventional Cardiology is annually observed
across the globe on 16th September to raise public awareness about Cardiovascular Diseases
(CVDs), and interventional cardiology procedures.
• 16th September 2024 marks the 2nd International Day for Interventional Cardiology.
• The first-ever International Day for Interventional Cardiology was observed on 16th
September 2023.
• 16 September commemorates the first coronary angioplasty performed by Dr. Andreas
Roland Grüntzig, a German physician-scientist, in 1977, at the University Hospital Zürich
(USZ) in Zürich, Switzerland.Click here to read more

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5. When was the World Health Organisation’s (WHO) World Patient Safety Day (WPSD)
annually observed across the globe?
1) April 7
2) September 17
3) August 4
4) June 8
5) May 18
Answer- 2) September 17
Explanation:
World Health Organisation’s (WHO) World Patient Safety Day (WPSD) is observed annually across
the globe on September 17 to raise awareness about patient’s safety and promote actions to enhance
safety in healthcare.
• The theme of WPSD 2024 is “Improving diagnosis for patient safety” with the slogan “Get
it right, make it safe!” which emphasises the vital role of accurate and timely diagnosis in
safeguarding patients and improving healthcare outcomes.
• The National Accreditation Board for Hospitals and Healthcare Providers (NABH), a
constituent board of the Quality Council of India (QCI) hosted the NABH Patient Safety
Conference (NPSC 2024) in New Delhi(Delhi) on World Patient Safety Day, September 17,
2024.
• The first-ever WPSD was observed on September 17 2019.Click here to read more

6. When was the United Nations (UN's) International Equal Pay Day observed across the globe
to raise awareness about the gender pay gap?
1) August 13
2) July 22
3) May 25
4) June 12
5) September 18
Answer- 5) September 18
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Equal Pay Day is annually observed across the globe on 18
September to raise awareness about the gender pay gap and promote efforts to achieve equal pay for
work of equal value..
• 18 September 2024 marks the observance of the 5th International Equal Pay Day.
• The first-ever International Equal Pay Day was observed on 18 September 2020.
• According to the ILO, women globally earn 20% less than men for the same work.
• In 2024, India, with a population of over 1.4 billion, has closed 64.1% of its gender gap,
ranking 129th globally.
• The Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC) Secretariat comprises the ILO, the UN Women
(the UN entity dedicated to gender equality and the empowerment of women), and the
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
• On 18 September 2024, the EPIC Secretariat organised a high-level event “Pay of the
Future: Solutions to Close the gender pay gap”, to celebrate International Equal Pay Day
2024, at the UN Women’s Headquarters in New York, the United States of America
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7. When was World Bamboo Day annually observed across the globe?
1) August 10
2) July 26
3) June 21
4) May 11
5) September 18
Answer- 5) September 18
Explanation:
World Bamboo Day is annually observed across the globe on 18 September to raise awareness
about the incredible benefits of bamboo and emphasise bamboo’s role as a sustainable resource with
significant environmental, economic, and social impact.
• The annual observance of the Day is led by the World Bamboo Organisation (WBO), an
international coordinating body for bamboo practitioners.
• 18 September 2024 marks the observance of the 16th World Bamboo Day.
• In 2009, during the 8th World Bamboo Congress (WBC) in Bangkok, Thailand, the WBO,
with support from the Royal Forest Department (RFD) of Thailand formally recognized 18
September as World Bamboo Day.
• The observance was initiated by Kamesh Salam from Assam, who served as the President
of the WBO from 2007-2009.
• The 1st World Bamboo Day was celebrated on 18 September 2009 in Bangkok, Thailand.
• The Bamboos (Bambusoidaea) is a type of grass, not a tree, despite its woody appearance,
and is one of the fastest-growing plants in the world.
• In India, Bamboo covers about 13.96 million hectares area with 136 species. Though a grass
taxonomically, bamboo was defined as a tree under the Indian Forest Act, of 1927.
• During the event, ‘Bamboo Entrepreneur Award 2024’ was awarded to Aosanen from
Dimapur for his Bamboo craft and outstanding product innovation. Click here to read more.

8. When was World Water Monitoring Day annually observed across the globe?
1) June 18
2) July 22
3) August 19
4) September 18
5) May 15
Answer- 4) September 18
Explanation:
World Water Monitoring Day (WWMD) is annually observed across the globe on 18 September, to
raise awareness about the importance of monitoring water quality issues and promote public
involvement in protecting water resources.
• WWMD is an international education and outreach program encouraging people to
regularly monitor their local water bodies.
• The 2024 theme for World Water Monitoring is, “Water For Peace”.
• World Water Monitoring Day (WWMD) was established in 2003 by the American Clean
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• WWMD is officially celebrated on September 18, but initially, the date was 18 October,
honouring the United States of America (US) Clean Water Act, which was enacted in 1972
by the US Congress to restore and protect the water resources of America.
• The EarthEcho Water Challenge (EEWC) is an international program of EarthEcho
International that runs annually from March 22 (the United Nations (UN) World Water
Day) through December.
• More than 3 billion people worldwide depend on water that flows across national
borders.Click here to read more.

9. When was the First UN’s World Cleanup Day observed across the globe?
1) September 20
2) July 12
3) June 14
4) May 5
5) August 9
Answer- 1) September 20
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s World Cleanup Day 2024 is annually observed across the globe on
September 20 to raise awareness of the importance of clean-up initiatives in sustainable
development.
• 20th September 2024 marks the first ever observance of the World Cleanup Day.
• The inaugural event of the observance was held in the city of Tromsø, Norway under the
theme “Arctic Cities and Marine Litter”.
• The event aims to inspire global communities to adopt sustainable practices that protect the
arctic regions.
• On 8th December 2024, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) adopted the
resolution A/RES/78/122 and proclaimed the 20th September of every year as the World
Cleanup Day.
• The National Solid Waste Management Policy was introduced by the Maldives in June
2024 with support from the WB-funded Maldives Clean Environment Project.
• Swachh Bharat Abhiyan: It is also known as the Clean India Mission, which was launched
in 2014 to make India cleaner and free of open defecation and litter. Click here to read
more.

10. When was the United Nations (UN's) International Day of Peace (IDP) annually observed
across the globe to commemorate and strengthen the ideals of peace both within and among all
nations and people?
1) June 21
2) September 21
3) July 20
4) August 9
5) May 15
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Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Peace (IDP) or Peace Day is annually observed
across the globe on 21 September to commemorate and strengthen the ideals of peace, both within
and among all nations and peoples.
• The 2024 theme of IDP is “Cultivating a Culture of Peace.”
• 2024 marks the 25th anniversary of the United Nations General Assembly’s (UNGA)
adoption of the Declaration and Programme of Action on a Culture of Peace.
• The World Peace and the IDP are represented with a dove and a noble olive branch
symbol.
• The first IDP was observed on 21 September 1982 (3rd Tuesday of September 1982).
• Every year, the UN holds a Peace Bell Ceremony in New York, the United States of America
(USA) on September 21st to observe the IDP.
• On 13 September 2024, the annual Peace Bell Ceremony was held in the Japanese
Garden at the UN Headquarters in New York, USA. A moment of silence was observed before
ringing the Peace Bell.
• IDP 2024 coincides with the UN Summit of the Future, focusing on the theme “Cultivating
a Culture of Peace,” underscoring the urgent need for unity in the face of escalating conflict.
Click here to read more.

11. When was World Alzheimer's Day (WAD) annually observed across the globe to raise
awareness and challenge the stigma around Alzheimer's disease?
1) September 21
2) June 25
3) July 25
4) August 13
5) May 22
Answer- 1) September 21
Explanation:
World Alzheimer’s Day (WAD) is annually observed across the globe on 21 September to raise
awareness and challenge the stigma around Alzheimer’s disease, the most common type of
dementia, and other forms of dementia and unite efforts globally to combat the disease and improve
care.
• WAD aims to educate people about Alzheimer’s disease symptoms, the significance of timely
diagnosis and treatments, and promote support for those affected and their caregivers.
• The 2024 World Alzheimer’s Month campaign centers around the taglines ‘Time to act on
dementia, Time to act on Alzheimer’s.
• World Alzheimer’s Day was launched at the opening of ADI’s annual conference in
Edinburgh, Scotland on 21 September 1994 to celebrate the 10th anniversary of
Alzheimer’s Disease International (ADI).
• Alzheimer’s disease is the most common cause of Dementia, a term used for brain
syndromes that impact memory, thinking, behaviour, and emotions, significantly affecting
daily functioning and quality of life.
• Alzheimer’s disease is named after Dr. Alois Alzheimer, a German pathologist who
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• The ADI launched the “World Alzheimer Report 2024: Global Changes in Attitudes to
Dementia“ on the eve of World Alzheimer’s Day on 20 September 2024, highlighting the
complex and persistent nature of stigma and dementia worldwide. Click here to read more.

12. International Red Panda Day (IRPD) is annually observed across the globe on _________________
to raise awareness about the significance of the Red Panda.
1) 1st Sunday of August
2) 3rd Saturday of September
3) 1st Saturday of July
4) 3rd Saturday of August
5) 2nd Thursday of June
Answer- 2) 3rd Saturday of September
Explanation:
International Red Panda Day (IRPD) is annually observed across the globe on the 3rd Saturday of
September to raise awareness about the significance of the Red Panda, the 1st Panda, and the only
endangered Panda. IRPD 2024 was observed on 21 September 2024.
• The day aims to educate people about the conservation of red pandas, and the threats they
face in the wild, and encourage people to save them.
• The International Red Panda Day (IRPD) was launched in 2010 by the Red Panda Network
(RPN), a non-profit organization, and the world leader in efforts to save red pandas and
their habitat. The 1st IRPD was observed on 18th September 2010.
• Red Panda, also known as the “first panda” or “original panda,” is a unique small mammal
native to the eastern Himalayas in Nepal, India, Bhutan, Myanmar (Burma), and
southwestern China.
• The Red Pandas are listed as “Endangered” in the International Union for Conservation of
Nature (IUCN) Red List of Threatened Species.
• In India, it is the state animal of Sikkim, and listed under Schedule I of the Indian Wildlife
(Protection) Act, 1972, the red panda has the highest legal protection. Click here to read
more.

13. When was the International Coastal Clean-up Day 2024 observed across the globe to raise
public awareness about coastal cleanliness?
1) 21st September 2024
2) 21st August 2024
3) 22nd July 2024
4) 21st June 2024
5) 21st May 2024
Answer- 1) 21st September 2024
Explanation:
International Coastal Clean-up (ICC) Day is annually observed across the world on the 3rd Saturday
of September to raise public awareness about coastal cleanliness and the adverse impact of pollution
on marine life. ICC Day 2024 was observed on 21st September 2024.
• The theme of International Coastal Cleanup Day 2024 is #SeaTheChange.

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• The first-ever International Coastal Cleanup event hosted by Linda Maraniss and Kathy
O’Hara, the members of Ocean Conservancy, was observed in 1986 on the west coast of
Washington state, the United States of America (USA).
• The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) organised the ICC Day 2024 across all coastal states and Union
Territories (UT) as part of the government’s ongoing ‘Swachh Bharat Abhiyan’.
• The Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES) conducts Swachh Sagar Surkashit Sagar, a mega
citizen-led beach clean-up drive in coastal states and UTs of India to mark ICC Day. Click here
to read more.

ENVIRONMENT
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APP and WEB PORTAL

1. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched a web portal for monitoring the
progress of Special Campaign 4.0 for Swachhata and reducing pendency?
1) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
2) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
3) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
4) Ministry of Earth Sciences
5) Ministry of Science and Technology
Answer- 5) Ministry of Science and Technology
Explanation:
Union Minister of State (MoS) (Independent Charge, IC) Jitendra Singh, Ministry of Science and
Technology (MoS&T) has virtually launched a web-portal for monitoring progress of Special
Campaign 4.0 for Swachhata and reducing pendency.
• The launch event was attended by all Nodal Officers for Special Campaign 4.0, Nodal Officers
of Public Grievances and Appellate Authorities in all 84 Ministries/Departments of the
Government of India (GoI).
• The Special campaign 4.0 is scheduled to be held from 2nd to 31st October, 2024 and will be
preceded by preliminary phase from 16th to 30th September, 2024.
• The Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG), Ministry of
Personnel, Public Grievances and Pensions(MoPP&P) will coordinate the campaign and the
best practices will be presented during the Good Governance Week 2024 from 19th to 24th
December, 2024.

2. Name the portal that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the Ministry of Commerce
and Industry (MoC&I) to boost India’s startup ecosystem.
1) SIDH
2) BHASKAR
3) U-WIN
4) PRAVAAH
5) NERACE
Answer- 2) BHASKAR

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Explanation:
Union Minister Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I) has launched the ‘Bharat
Startup Knowledge Access Registry (BHASKAR – Rising Sun) Portal’ in New Delhi, Delhi to boost
India’s startup ecosystem.
• The Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), MoC&I through its
flagship program ‘Startup India’, hosted the launch event of BHASKAR portal.
• BHASKAR Portal is a one-stop digital platform for data dissemination, exchange, and
interaction for the startup ecosystem, using simple, easy-to-use connectivity and technology
to navigate the growth and success of the startup ecosystem across India and beyond.
• The objective of BHASKAR is to build the world’s largest digital registry for stakeholders
within the startup ecosystem.

3. In September 2024, the Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology (CSTT)
launched a website with technical terms in ___________ languages.
1) Twenty
2) Eight
3) Twelve
4) Twenty-Two
5) Fifteen
Answer- 4) Twenty-Two
Explanation:
The Commission for Scientific and Technical Terminology (CSTT) under the Department of Higher
Education (DoHE), Ministry of Education (MoE), has launched a unique website
‘https://shabd.education.gov.in/’, which serves as a central repository for technical terms in all 22
official Indian languages.
• The portal is a data server that features all the glossaries of CSTT in digital searchable mode.
Currently, it hosts 322 glossaries with around 2,200,000 words. The goal is to eventually
make 450 glossaries available.
• Through this platform, users can search for equivalent terms of scientific and technical
terminology in Indian languages and provide feedback on existing translations.

4. Name the online platform that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by the Ministry of
Commerce and Industry to facilitate a direct and transparent channel to address trade and
industry-related issues.
1) e-Sakshya
2) Upasthiti
3) Jan Sunwai
4) Saksham
5) JanSamarth
Answer- 3) Jan Sunwai
Explanation:
On 13th September 2024, Union Minister Piyush Goyal, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoC&I),
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• During the BoT meeting, he launched two new digital initiatives: Jan Sunwai portal and
Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), new online service portal of Export Credit Guarantee
Corporation of India Limited (ECGC).
• Jan Sunwai Portal is an online platform of DoC , which will be run by the DGFT. It is designed
specifically to streamline communication between stakeholders and authorities.
• ERP Portal will streamline all online services offered under ECGC such as filling forms, claims ,
reimbursements, grievance redressal, policy information, credit support, among others.
• ERP Portal will enable the Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSME) sectors to avail 90%
insurance cover credit limit up to Rs 80 crore.
• Other than ERP portal, a revamped in-house SMILE-ERP system was also launched.Click here
to read more

5. Which online travel platform has recently (in September ‘24) introduced India’s First Travel
Services Marketplace on Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) Network?
1) Airbnb
2) MakeMyTrip
3) TripAdvisor
4) CheckMyTrip
5) EaseMyTrip
Answer- 5) EaseMyTrip
Explanation:
New Delhi (Delhi) based EaseMyTrip, online travel platform in India, has introduced
ScanMyTrip.com, India’s First Travel Services Marketplace on Open Network for Digital Commerce
(ONDC) Network.
• EaseMyTrip has become the first Online Travel Agency (OTA) to sell and purchase travel
services through the ONDC platform.
• ScanMyTrip.com aims to empower OTAs, Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs),
travel agents, and homestays by allowing them to list their services on the ONDC network,
connecting them to a wide digital marketplace.
• In May 2024, EaseMyTrip signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with ONDC at the ‘ONDC Startup
Mahotsav,’ demonstrating their commitment to the digital changes that ONDC is bringing to e-
commerce.

CURRENT STATIC BANKING

1. Which company partnered with Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited has
recently (in September ‘24) launched the 'SUPER STAR' a personalised long-term health
insurance plan?
1) Insurancedekho
2) Acko
3) Cars24
4) Insurancemarket
5) Policybazaar
Answer- 5) Policybazaar

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Explanation:
On 13th September 2024, Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited (Star Health
Insurance) and Policybazaar launched the 'SUPER STAR', a personalised long-term health insurance
plan
• It is customer-centric in nature with an objective of delivering greater customer value. The
long-term 5-year policy term for individuals and families alike.
• The Super Star Insurance plan marks a paradigm shift in the health insurance landscape by
offering modular coverage that adapts to customers' needs through different life stages.
• SUPER STAR is a digital-only product available through the Policybazaar website and Star
Health's online portal.

2. In September 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) allowed securities
funded through cash collateral to be considered as __________ for the Margin Trading Facility
(MTF).
1) Maintenance Margin
2) Initial Margin
3) Variation Margin
4) Margin Call
5) Final Margin
Answer- 1) Maintenance Margin
Explanation:
In September 20024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) allowed securities funded
through cash collateral to be considered as Maintenance Margin for the Margin Trading Facility
(MTF).
• According to the updated guidelines, if a broker receives cash collateral from a client and uses
it to settle obligations with the Clearing Corporation (CC), the securities received from the CC
can be treated as maintenance margin. The only condition is that these securities must be
pledged in favor of the broker.
• This update is expected to reduce the need for additional collateral, making things simpler for
both brokers and clients.
• For stocks used as maintenance margin based on cash collateral, SEBI has specified that they
must come from Group 1 securities. The margin for these stocks will be calculated based on the
Value at Risk (VaR), plus five times the Extreme Loss Margin, regardless of whether these
stocks are available in the futures and options segment.
• Additionally, the regulator has asked trading members to report their exposure under MTF by
6:00 PM on T+1 day (the day after the trade date).

3. Which Information Technology (IT) firm has been recently (in September ‘24) selected by
the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) to develop its next-generation digital platform?
1) Tata Consultancy Services
2) Wipro
3) HCL Technologies
4) Tech Mahindra
5) Infosys
Answer- 5) Infosys

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Explanation:
The Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) has appointed Infosys to develop its next-generation
digital platform as part of its DIVE (Digital Innovation and Value Enhancement) programme.
• This collaboration aims to enhance the life insurer’s digital infrastructure and improve the
experience for customers, partners, and employees.

4. In September 2024, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) raised the Unified
Payments Interface(UPI) transaction limit from Rs 1 lakh to___________ for investments in Initial
Public Offerings (IPOs) and Reserve Bank of India (RBI) retail direct schemes.
1) Rs 3 lakh
2) Rs 5 lakh
3) Rs 8 lakh
4) Rs 2 lakh
5)Rs 10 lakh
Answer- 2) Rs 5 lakh
Explanation:
In September 2024, the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) raised the Unified Payments
Interface(UPI) transaction limit from Rs 1 lakh to Rs 5 lakh for sectors like tax payments, payments
to hospitals and educational institutions, and investments in Initial Public Offerings (IPO’s)and
Reserve Bank of India(RBI) retail direct schemes.
• This change enables high-value transactions through UPI, promoting digital payments across
broader financial activities.
• The standard UPI transaction limit has been Rs 1 lakh per transaction, with a slightly higher
limit of Rs 2 lakh for specific categories such as capital markets, collections, insurance, and
foreign inward remittances

5. In September 2024, Bank of Baroda(BoB) inaugurated its third ‘Phygital branch’ at

_________(city).
1) Chennai
2) Kolkata
3) Mumbai
4) Delhi
5) Bengaluru
Answer- 3) Mumbai
Explanation:
Bank of Baroda(BoB) has announced the inauguration of a ‘Phygital’ branch at Vile Parle,
Mumbai, Maharashtra. It was BoB’s third Phygital branch in India
• A phygital branch is a bank branch that combines physical and digital elements to create a
seamless and personalized banking experience. The term "phygital" is a combination of the
words "physical" and "digital"

6. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) fined Rs 31.8 lakh by the Reserve Bank of
India(RBI) for not adopting a uniform external benchmark within the same loan category?
1) Citi Bank
2) Deutsche Bank

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3) BNP Paribas
4) Barclays Bank
5) DBS Bank
Answer- 3) BNP Paribas
Explanation:
In September 2024, The Reserve Bank of India(RBI) imposed penalties on BNP Paribas and three
other financial entities for non-compliance with regulatory norms.
• BNP Paribas was fined Rs 31.8 lakh for not adopting a uniform external benchmark within
the same loan category.
• RBI imposed a penalty of Rs 10.40 lakh on Hewlett Packard Financial Services (India)
Private Limited.
• It also imposed a penalty of Rs 23.1 lakh on SMFG India Credit Company Limited (formerly
known as Fullerton India Credit Company Limited).
• It also imposed a penalty of Rs 7.9 lakh on Muthoot Vehicle & Asset Finance Limited.

7. Which Bank has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with the Indian Coast Guard(ICG)
to offer Salary and Pension account facilities to its personnel?
1) HDFC Bank
2) State Bank Of India
3) ICICI Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) Punjab National Bank
Answer- 1) HDFC Bank
Explanation:
HDFC Bank has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the Indian Coast Guard(ICG)
to offer Salary and Pension account facilities to its personnel.
• An MoU was originally signed in 2022, and it has now been extended to include additional
benefits.

8. Which Information technology (IT) company has recently (in September ‘24) entered into a
long-term collaboration with United Kingdom-based Metro Bank to digitize the bank's
operations?
1) Tech Mahindra
2) Infosys
3) Tata Consultancy Services
4) HCL Technologies
5) Wipro
Answer- 2) Infosys
Explanation:
Infosys has entered into a long-term collaboration with British community bank ‘Metro Bank’ to
digitise the bank's operations.
• The collaboration will utilise Infosys Topaz, the firm's AI-first offerings, to enhance Metro
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9. In Which pharma company, did the Life Insurance Corporation of India (LIC) recently (in
September ‘24) raise its share from 4.98% to 5.02%?
1) Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Limited
2) Dr. Reddy's Laboratories Limited
3) Piramal Enterprises Limited
4) Morepen Laboratories Limited
5) Biocon Limited
Answer- 5) Biocon Limited
Explanation:
The Life Insurance Corporation of India(LIC) has raised its share in Biocon Limited from 4.98% to
5.02%.
• The additional shares were acquired through open market purchases as part of an investment
strategy, at an average cost of Rs 378.92.
• LIC has reduced its share in DCM Shriram Industries from 6.675% to 4.659%.

10. Which bank has recently(in September ‘24) launched its global education payment service
to enable Indian students to pay fees directly to over 600 international universities and
colleges?
1) Citibank
2) HSBC India
3) Standard Chartered Bank
4) Deutsche Bank
5) DBS Bank
Answer- 2) HSBC India
Explanation:
HSBC India launched its global education payment service to enable Indian students and customers
to pay fees directly to over 600 international universities and colleges.
• This new feature, available on the HSBC India mobile banking app, enables customers to
select the country or territory and the specific university, with pre-loaded and pre-verified
account details for each institution

11. What is the all-time high amount of institutional credit to agriculture for the year 2023-24,
according to the Reserve Bank of India(RBI)?
1) Rs 20 lakh crore
2) Rs 21.80 lakh crore
3) Rs 26.50 lakh crore
4) Rs 22 lakh crore
5) Rs 25.10 lakh crore
Answer- 5) Rs 25.10 lakh crore
Explanation:
According to the Reserve Bank of India(RBI) Deputy Governor Swaminathan J, Institutional credit to
agriculture reached an all-time high of Rs 25.10 lakh crore during 2023-24.
• Indian agriculture faces a demographic challenge, with the average age of farmers now at 50.1
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• This highlights the need to attract younger generations to the sector to ensure its
sustainability.
• There are 7.4 crore active Kisan Credit Cards, which are crucial for offering timely and flexible
credit to meet short-term agricultural needs.

12. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with Common Service Centers
(CSCs) to improve formal credit access for underserved individuals and MSMEs?
1) Star Finserv India Limited
2) Srei Infrastructure Finance Limited
3) Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited
4) L&T Finance Limited
5) Sammaan Capital Limited
Answer- 3) Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Limited
Explanation:
Piramal Capital & Housing Finance Ltd (Piramal Finance), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Piramal
Enterprises Ltd, has partnered with Digital India's Common Service Centers (CSCs) to improve formal
credit access for underserved individuals and MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises).
• Through this collaboration, over Rs. 100 Cr. has been successfully disbursed in August 2024 to
boost credit availability in semi-urban areas, providing essential financial products such as
home and business loans

13. Which firm has recently (in September ‘24) become the first fintech Non-Banking Financial
Company(NBFC) to list Non-Convertible Debentures (NCDs) with a face value of Rs 10,000 on
the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE)?
1) Northern Arc Capital Limited
2) Tata Capital Limited
3) Capitalmind Financial Services Private Limited
4) AKARA Capital Advisors Private Limited
5) Titanium Fortune Financial Services Private Limited
Answer- 4) AKARA Capital Advisors Private Limited
Explanation:
Stashfin, a financial services platform, announced that its parent company, AKARA Capital Advisors
Private Limited, has become the first fintech Non-Banking Financial Company(NBFC) to list Non-
Convertible Debentures (NCDs) with a face value of Rs 10,000 on the Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE).
• AKARA Capital aims to raise Rs 100 crore through this bond issue over the next quarter.
• The first tranche, valued at Rs 6.5 crore and launched on the retail platform, was fully
subscribed.
• In July 2024, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (Sebi) reduced the minimum face
value of debt securities from Rs 1,00,000 to Rs 10,000.

14. In Which year, the Asian Development Bank (ADB)was established?

1) 1947
2) 1966
3) 1952
4) 1975

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5) 1981
Answer- 2) 1966
Explanation:
About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
President– Masatsugu Asakawa
Headquarters– Manila, Philippines
Members– 68 members
Establishment– 1966

15. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of Bank of Baroda (BoB)?
1) Nidhu Saxena
2) Ajay Kumar Srivastava
3) Swarup Kumar Saha
4) Debadatta Chand
5) Atul Kumar Goel
Answer- 4) Debadatta Chand
Explanation:
About Bank of Baroda (BoB):
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Debadatta Chand
Headquarters– Vadodara, Gujarat
Establishment– 1908
Tagline– India’s International Bank

16. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) Inaugurated a new dormitory facility
for the female residents of Adhar?
1) Barclays
2) BNP Paribas India
3) Goldman Sachs
4) Citigroup
5) Morgan Stanley
Answer- 2) BNP Paribas India
Explanation:
On 17th September 2024, BNP Paribas India inaugurated a new dormitory facility for the female
residents of Adhar, a long-standing partner and NGO dedicated to providing lifetime care and support
for persons with intellectual disabilities. This journey embarked in 2020 to support Adhar.
• This new facility will house over 55 women residents and nearly 18 staff members, furthering
Adhar's mission to offer comprehensive residential care, training, and treatment.
• Adhar has been a pioneer in providing holistic care for intellectually disabled adults for nearly
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17. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) got approval from the Securities and
Exchange Board of India (SEBI) for memorandum of association, allowing the exchange to
increase its authorized share capital by 10 times to ₹500 crore?
1) National Stock Exchange
2) Bombay Stock Exchange
3) Reserve Bank of India
4) Metropolitan Stock Exchange of India Limited
5) New York Stock Exchange
Answer- 1) National Stock Exchange
Explanation:
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has approved amendments to the memorandum of
association of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), allowing a 10-fold increase in authorised share
capital to Rs. 500 crore.
• This approval facilitates the NSE’s planned bonus issue and offers the exchange the option to
issue new shares during its IPO.
• On May 3, NSE announced a four-for-one bonus issue, which was approved by shareholders on
June 23. The exchange plans to issue 1.98 billion equity shares as bonus shares, which will
increase NSE's share capital from the current ₹49.50 crore to ₹247.50 crore.
• On August 27, the NSE board also sought a no-objection certificate (NOC) from Sebi to move
forward with its IPO, which has been delayed due to ongoing regulatory matters, including the
co-location case.

18. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive
Officer (CEO) of IDFC FIRST Bank Limited?
1) Sashidhar Jagdishan
2) Aashish Kamat
3) V. Vaidyanathan
4) Vijay Adhyapak
5) Amitabh Chaudhry
Answer- 3) V. Vaidyanathan
Explanation:
About IDFC FIRST Bank Limited:
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– V. Vaidyanathan
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
Tagline – “Always You First”
Established -2018

19. Where is the headquarters of Asian Development Bank (ADB) located?

1) Manila, Philippines
2) Beijing, China
3) Tokyo, Japan
4) Toronto, Canada
5) Frankfurt, Germany
Answer- 1) Manila, Philippines

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Explanation:
About Asian Development Bank (ADB):
President– Masatsugu Asakawa
Headquarters– Manila, Philippines
Members– 68 members—49 from the region
Establishment– 1966

CA STATIC GK

1. Which vaccine-making company has recently (in September ‘24) signed a memorandum of
agreement (MoA) with the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) for clinical development
of India’s first codon de-optimised live-attenuated Zika vaccine?
1) Bharat Biotech International Limited
2) Cadila Healthcare Limited
3) Indian Immunologicals Limited
4) Serum Institute of India
5) Sanofi India Limited
Answer- 3) Indian Immunologicals Limited
Explanation:
Vaccine maker Indian Immunologicals Limited (IIL) and Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
have signed a memorandum of agreement (MoA) for clinical development of India’s first codon de-
optimised live-attenuated Zika vaccine.
• Zika virus, primarily transmitted by Aedes mosquitoes, can also be passed from mother to
fetus during pregnancy, through sexual contact, blood transfusion and organ transplants.
• Under the agreement, the ICMR will bear the costs associated with the Phase I clinical trials,
including expenses for conducting, investigation and monitoring the trials.

2. Name the humanoid robot that will be part of the Indian Space Research Organisation’s
(ISRO) Gaganyaan mission.
1) Aakashmita
2) Suryamitra
3) Chandramitra
4) Vyommitra
5) Antariksha
Answer- 4) Vyommitra
Explanation:
Prior to launching astronauts on the Gaganyaan mission in 2025, the Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO) will first send a humanoid robot named Vyommitra into space to assess
spacecraft safety.
• Vyommitra’s skull weighs 800 grams and measures 200 mm x 220 mm. It is made from a high-
strength aluminium alloy that can endure pressure and vibration.
• Vyommitra will resemble the upper human body, featuring movable arms, face, and neck
equipped with sensors to perform human-like functions and assess the impacts of space travel.

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3. What is the name of the asteroid, referred to as the "God of Chaos," that is likely to strike
Earth in 2029, according to new research published by The Planetary Science Journal?
1) Eunomia
2) Apophis
3) Castalia
4) Hygiea
5) Pallas
Answer- 2) Apophis
Explanation:
According to new research published by The Planetary Science Journal, an asteroid known as the “God
of Chaos” or “Apophis” is likely to strike Earth in 2029.
• Officially named 99942 Apophis asteroid is a 1,210-foot-wide near-Earth asteroid.
• The name “Apophis” originates from the ancient Greek name of the Egyptian deity “Apep,” also
spelt “Apepi” or “Aapep”.
• It will pass within 32,000 kilometres of Earth’s surface on April 13, 2029.
• The asteroid was classified as level four on the Torino impact danger scale when it was first
identified in 2004. 0 indicates there is no possibility of collision, while 10 indicates “a collision
is certain” and might result in a global climatic disaster.
• According to the study, the “God of Chaos” might strike Earth at a later time and be caused by
an object as small as 0.6 metres, or two feet, wide.

4. Which organisation published the recently (in September ‘24) released book titled “ISRO:
Exploring New Frontiers - To The Moon, The Sun & Beyond”?
1) Penguin Random House India
2) Rupa Publications
3) The Hindu Group of Publications
4) HarperCollins India
5) Notion Press
Answer- 3) The Hindu Group of Publications
Explanation:
S. Somanath, Chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation(ISRO), unveiled a coffee-table book
titled “ISRO: Exploring New Frontiers - To The Moon, The Sun & Beyond,” published by The
Hindu Group of Publications..
• Curated by T.S. Subramanian, former Associate Editor of Frontline, the book provides a
detailed account of India's journey as a space-faring nation, chronicling its achievements from
the early 1960s to recent missions such as the Mars Orbiter Mission, Chandrayaan-1, 2, and 3,
as well as the Aditya L-1 mission.

5. Which semiconductor firm has recently (in September ‘24) received approval from the
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Semiconductor Design
Linked Incentive (DLI) for the development of the Vision SoC (System-on-Chip)?
1) Micron Technology
2) Applied Materials
3) MosChip Technologies
4) Tata Elxsi

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5) Mindgrove Technologies
Answer- 5) Mindgrove Technologies
Explanation:
Mindgrove Technologies, a semiconductor design startup, has received approval from the Ministry
of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) under the Semiconductor Design Linked Incentive
(DLI) for the development of its second chip — Vision SoC.
• Designed for high-performance edge computing and video processing applications, the Vision
SoC (System-on-Chip) is ideal for devices that handle video information.
• The DLI scheme, implemented by Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC),
aims to provide financial incentives and design infrastructure support for the development and
deployment of semiconductor designs for Integrated Circuits (ICs), Chipsets, System on Chips
(SoCs), Systems & IP Cores and semiconductor linked design over a period of five years.

6. Which state has the highest number of AYUSH facilities at the urban primary health centres,
as per the Health Dynamics of India (Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23 report?
1) Uttar Pradesh
2) Madhya Pradesh
3) Tamil Nadu
4) Karnataka
5) Bihar
Answer- 2) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) launched the 'Health Dynamics of India
(Infrastructure and Human Resources) 2022-23' report in September, revealing that Madhya
Pradesh has the highest number of AYUSH facilities in India, with 328 urban primary health
centres.
• Madhya Pradesh also ranks second in the number of district hospitals with 52, led by Uttar
Pradesh with 125 and Delhi on third place with 40.
• The top three states with the highest number of AYUSH doctors in tribal areas are Odisha with
296, Chhattisgarh with 279, and Madhya Pradesh with 228.
• The leading states in terms of Community Health Care Centres are Uttar Pradesh with 939,
Rajasthan with 650, Gujarat with 350, and Madhya Pradesh with 332.
• The top three states with the highest number of sub-divisional and district hospitals are Tamil
Nadu, leading with 281, followed by Karnataka with 147, and Madhya Pradesh with 144.

7. Which airline has recently (in September ‘24) become the first Indian airline to adopt the
Required Navigation Performance Authorization Required (RNP AR) flight procedure for
operations at Tribhuvan International Airport in Nepal?
1) Alliance Air
2) Akasa Air
3) Air India
4) SpiceJet
5) IndiGo
Answer- 5) IndiGo

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Explanation:
IndiGo Airlines has become the first Indian airline to adopt the Required Navigation Performance
Authorization Required (RNP AR) flight procedure for operations at Tribhuvan International Airport
in Kathmandu, Nepal.
• The RNP AR technology is specifically designed for airports in geographically challenging and
high-altitude regions.
• It enables aircraft to adhere to predetermined flight paths with remarkable accuracy,
effectively mitigating the risks posed by the mountainous landscape.

8. According to the United Nations(UN’s) World Social Protection Report 2024-26, __________ of
the global population has some form of social protection.
1) 55.9 %
2) 52.4 %
3) 42.8 %
4) 50.5 %
5) 45.6 %
Answer- 2) 52.4 %
Explanation:
According to the United Nations(UN) report titled “World Social Protection Report 2024-26:
Universal social protection for climate action and a just transition,” 52.4 % of the global
population has some form of social protection.
• In 2015, 42.8 % of the global population had some form of social protection.
• In the 20 countries most vulnerable to the climate crisis, 91.3 % of the population (364 million
people) still lack any form of social protection.
• The report also highlights, 3.8 billion people lack any kind of safety net, including 1.8 billion
children worldwide
• Globally, 76.1 % of children still have no effective social protection coverage. Additionally, a
notable gender gap remains, with women's coverage trailing behind men's by 50.1 to 54.6 %.

9. Which multinational company has recently (in September ‘24) signed an agreement
with L&T Semiconductor Technologies to co-develop advanced processors?
1) IBM
2) Amazon
3) Microsoft
4) Apple
5) Google
Answer- 1) IBM
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, L&T Semiconductor Technologies, the chip arm of infrastructure major
Larsen and Toubro announced a collaboration with US-based computing giant IBM, a multinational
company for research and development to develop advanced processors.
• The scope of this work could include processor design for edge devices and hybrid cloud
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• Under this collaboration, IBM and L&T Semiconductor Technologies Limited anticipate
focusing on innovation, functionality, and performance to enable reliable, secure, and scalable
compute for a range of applications.

10. Which country topped the 2024 Chainalysis’s Global Crypto Adoption Index?
1) Vietnam
2) United States of America
3) Indonesia
4) India
5) Nigeria
Answer- 4) India
Explanation:
According to the 2024 Chainalysis’s Global Crypto Adoption Index, India was ranked first in the
global adoption of cryptocurrencies for the second straight year.
• The report tracks adoption across four sub-categories in 151 countries.
• India ranked top on usage of centralized exchange and decentralized finance assets from June
2023 to July 2024.
• Other countries in the top five include Nigeria(2nd), Indonesia(3rd), the United States of
America(4th), and Vietnam(5th).

11. Name the media institute that has recently (in September ‘24) launched a series of YouTube
channels.
1) Indian Institute of Mass Communication
2) Apeejay Institute of Mass Communication
3) National Instructional Media Institute
4) India Today Media Institute
5) Xavier Institute of Communications
Answer- 3) National Instructional Media Institute
Explanation:
On 12th September 2024, the National Instructional Media Institute (NIMI), launched a series of
YouTube channels under the Directorate General of Training (DGT) and Ministry of Skill
Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE).
• This digital initiative will provide high-quality training videos to millions of learners across
India’s Industrial Training Institute (ITI) skill ecosystem, available in nine languages.
• The new channels are offered in English, Hindi, Tamil, Bengali, Marathi, Punjabi, Malayalam,
Telugu, and Kannada.
• NIMI's initiative aligns with India's National Skill Development Mission and the goals of the
New Education Policy (NEP).

12. Where is the headquarters of the Institution of Engineers (India) (IEI) located?
1) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
2) Bengaluru, Karnataka
3) New Delhi, Delhi
4) Kolkata, West Bengal
5) Pune, Maharashtra

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Answer- 4) Kolkata, West Bengal

Explanation:
About the Institution of Engineers (India) (IEI):
IEI was established in 1920 and incorporated under the Royal Charter on September 9 1935 by King
George V.
President – G Ranganath
Headquarters – Kolkata, West Bengal (WB)

13. What is the prize money awarded to the “Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film” at the
55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024?
1) Rs. 10 lakhs
2) Rs. 3 lakhs
3) Rs. 5 lakhs
4) Rs. 2 lakhs
5) Rs. 1 lakhs
Answer- Rs. 5 lakhs
Explanation:
The 55th International Film Festival of India (IFFI) 2024 is slated to be held in Goa from 20th to 28th
November 2024.
• The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting has instituted a new section as part of IFFI, 2024
for the Indian young filmmaker called "Best Debut Indian Film Section 2024".
• In addition to this, a Best Debut Director of Indian Feature Film Award will also be
presented.The awardee will receive a cash reward of Rs. 5 lakhs.

14. In September 2024, Union MSME Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi inaugurated the Centre for
Rural Enterprise Acceleration through Technology (CREATE) setup at ___________.
1) Imphal, Manipur
2) Leh, Ladakh
3) Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
4) Dispur, Assam
5) Kohima, Nagaland
Answer- 2) Leh, Ladakh
Explanation:
Union Minister Jitan Ram Manjhi, Ministry of Micro,Small & Medium Enterprises (MSME) inaugurated
the Centre for Rural Enterprise Acceleration through Technology (CREATE) setup at
Leh(Ladakh) through virtual mode.
• It will provide Pashmina Wool Roving Facility to improve the quality and efficiency of
Pashmina wool processing.
• Pashmina is Geographical Indication (GI) certified wool from the Kashmir region.The wool is
obtained from the Changthangi goats (Capra Hircus) domesticated in Ladakh.
• It will also provide Essential Oil Extraction Training for developing production facilities for
extracting essential oils from roses and other flowers.
• This centre provide training for development of production facility for Bio-processing of
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15. Name the Indian Naval Sailing Vessel(INSV) through which two Indian Navy women officers,
Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, are set to embark on a circumnavigation expedition around
the world.
1) INS Tarangini
2) INSV Mhadei
3) INSV Sudarshini
4) INSV Tarini
5) INSV Vipul
Answer- 4) INSV Tarini
Explanation:
"Navika Sagar Parikrama II is an upcoming all-women circumnavigation expedition led by Indian
Navy officers Lt Cdr Roopa A and Lt Cdr Dilna K, who will be sailing aboard the Indian Naval Sailing
Vessel(INSV) Tarini."
• They are also being trained under the mentorship of ace circumnavigator, and Golden Globe
Race hero, Commander Abhilash Tomy (Retd.).
• In September 2024, the Indian Navy unveils the Logo of the expedition.
• The logo features an octagonal shape at its center, symbolizing the Indian Navy. Surrounding
this, a radiant sun represents a celestial body, embodying hope and guidance. Additionally, a
compass is integrated into the design, signifying navigation and direction, helping sailors as
they traverse the challenging seas.

16. In Which state/Union Territory, the Campbell Bay National Park is situated?
1) Goa
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
4) Kerala
5) Lakshadweep
Answer- 3) Andaman and Nicobar Islands
Explanation:
About Andaman and Nicobar Islands:
Lieutenant Governor (LG) – Devendra Kumar Joshi
National Parks – Campbell Bay National Park, Galathea Bay National Park
Airport & Seaport – Veer Savarkar International Airport, Port Blair Port

17. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed a MoU with LuLu Group
International to showcase certified Indian organic products in its stores across the United Arab
Emirates (UAE)?
1) Electronic National Agriculture Market
2) Food Safety and Standards Authority of India
3) Indian Chamber of Food and Agriculture
4) Indian Council of Agricultural Research
5) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority
Answer- 5) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority

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Explanation:
The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the
Ministry of Commerce & Industry, Government of India, signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with LuLu Group International (LLC), a leading retail chain in the Middle East and Asia.
• As part of the agreement, LuLu Group will showcase a wide range of certified Indian organic
products in its stores across the United Arab Emirates (UAE).
• APEDA will support these efforts by facilitating connections between organic growers in India
including Farmer Producer Organizations (FPOs), Farmer Producer Companies (FPCs) and
cooperatives and LuLu Group.

18. Which is the capital of Jordan?

1) Bishkek
2) Baghdad
3) Amman
4) Tbilisi
5) Nicosia
Answer- 3) Amman
Explanation:
About Jordan:
Head of State– King Abdullah II
Prime Minister– Jafar Hassan
Capital– Amman
Currency– Jordanian Dinar

19. Which city has recently (in September ‘24) hosted the Chief Science Advisers Roundtable
(CSAR)2024?
1) Jakarta, Indonesia
2) London, United Kingdom
3) Rome, Italy
4) Paris, France
5) Geneva, Switzerland
Answer- 4) Paris, France
Explanation:
On 6th September 2024, the 2024 Edition of the Chief Science Advisers Roundtable (CSAR) took place
at the headquarters of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) in
Paris, France.
• This roundtable was co-organized by the Office of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the
Government of India and the Natural Sciences Sector of UNESCO.
• The CSAR was conceptualised and launched as a Sherpa-track initiative during India’s G20
Presidency in 2023.

20. Which Indian women's player has recently(in September ‘24) won her first international
title in women’s singles at the 2024 Belgian International Badminton tournament?
1) Aakarshi Kashyap
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3) Malvika Bansod
4) Anupama Upadhyaya
5) Unnati Hooda
Answer- 2) Anmol Kharb
Explanation:
India’s 17-year-old Anmol Kharb( Haryana) won her first international title in women’s singles by
defeating Denmark’s Amalie Schulz in the final of the 2024 Belgian International Badminton
tournament.
• She is currently (as of 19th September ‘24) ranked 218th in the Badminton World
Federation(BWF) women's singles rankings.
• In 2023, Anmol became the women’s singles national badminton champion at the age of 16.

21. Who has recently(in September ‘24) released a special booklet titled 'Paving the Path to
Viksit Bharat' depicting the important achievements of the first 100 days of the newly elected
union government?
1) Rajnath Singh
2) Ashwini Vaishnaw
3) Amit Shah
4) Nirmala Sitharaman
5) S. Jaishankar
Answer- 3) Amit Shah
Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah released 'Paving the Path to Viksit Bharat', a special booklet, and
eight flyers depicting the important achievements of the first 100 days of the newly elected union
government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.
• He also said that Rs 20000 crore has been distributed to Rs 9.50 crore farmers under the 17th
installment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi Yojana.

22. Who is the author of the book titled “The Learning Trap: How Byju’s Took Indian Edtech for
a Ride”?
1) Pradip Kumar Saha
2) Kunal Basu
3) Chetan Bhagat
4) Arjun Mohan
5) Aravind Adiga
Answer- 1) Pradip Kumar Saha
Explanation:
"The Learning Trap: How Byju’s Took Indian Edtech for a Ride," authored by journalist Pradip Kumar
Saha(Pradip K. Saha), has been awarded the 7th Bangalore Business Literature Festival(BBLF) CK
Prahalad Best Business Book Award for 2024.
• The 10th edition of the Bangalore Business Literature Festival was held on 14th September
2024.
• The book is an investigative work on how a multi-billion-dollar valuation company stumbled
and is now fighting for survival.

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• It is a lesson for companies that focus excessively on the valuation route instead of a profitable
route for growth.

23. Which university has recently (in September ‘24) received the ‘Platinum Certification’
under the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Green Campus Rating System?
1) Delhi University
2) University of Madras
3) Banaras Hindu University
4) Ahmedabad University
5) University of Mumbai
Answer- 4) Ahmedabad University
Explanation:
In September 2024, Gujarat’s Ahmedabad University received the ‘Platinum Certification’ under
the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Green Campus Rating System.
• Twenty educational institutions across India have received the certification, and Ahmedabad
University is the only one from Gujarat to be honored with it.
• The “Platinum Rating” is the highest accolade conferred by the IGBC, acknowledging campuses
that demonstrate exceptional sustainability standards.

24. In Which state, the Tuticorin International Container Terminal (TICT) is situated?
1) Odisha
2) Tamil Nadu
3) Karnataka
4) Kerala
5) Andhra Pradesh
Answer- 2) Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways inaugurated the
Tuticorin International Container Terminal (TICT) at the VO Chidambaranar Port Authority (VOCPA)
in Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the inauguration of the Tuticorin International
Container Terminal virtually.
• The port has been developed with an investment of more than 434 crores, with a capacity to
handle 6 lakh twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) annually.
• The terminal has a draft of 14.20 meters which allows it to accommodate container vessels of
up to 10,000 TEUs.
Sarbananda Sonowal also launched an ambitious campaign of VOCPA ‘Mission 50’ with an aim to
handle 50 million tonnes of cargo by the end of this fiscal, i.e., FY2024-25.

25. Who will be honoured with the Golden Eye award at the 20th Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) in
October 2024?
1) Scarlett Johansson
2) Emma Watson
3) Pamela Anderson
4) Anne Hathaway

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5) Angelina Jolie
Answer- 3) Pamela Anderson
Explanation:
Canadian-American actress Pamela Anderson will be honoured with the prestigious Golden Eye
award at the 20th Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) in recognition of her illustrious career.
• Zurich Film Festival (ZFF) is set to be held in Zurich, Switzerland, from 3rd to 13th October
2024.
• She will also present her latest feature film Last Showgirl at the event.
• Anderson is renowned for her roles in the popular drama series Baywatch and in films such as
Barb Wire, Blonde and Blonder, and Scary Movie 3.

26. Who will become the first Indian to participate in the Gotland Grand National racing event
to be held in Sweden in October 2024?
1) Gaurav Gill
2) Jehan Daruvala
3) Badal S Doshi
4) Karun Chandhok
5) Narain Karthikeyan
Answer- 3) Badal S Doshi
Explanation:
Veteran motorcycle racer Badal S Doshi has become the first Indian to participate in the Gotland
Grand National, the world’s largest enduro event, held from 24th to 26th October 2024 in Sweden.
• The Gotland Grand National is a big motorcycle race held annually in Sweden since 1984. It is a
long-distance race over rough terrain.
• Doshi was the podium finisher at the 2004 Raid de Himalaya Rally, a five-day, 1,800 km event
• He represented India at the Asian Grand Prix in Taiwan.

27. Where is the headquarters of the UN Women situated?

1) Paris, France
2) New York, United States of America
3) Geneva, Switzerland
4) Rome, Italy
5) London, United Kingdom
Answer- 2) New York, United States of America
Explanation:
About the UN women:
Executive Director (ED)- Sima Sami Bahous
Headquarters– New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established– 2010

28. In which city Maharashtra Chief Minister (CM) Eknath Shinde has recently (in September
‘24) launched the 'Majhi Ladki Bahin Kutumb Behet' campaign?
1) Mumbai
2) Pune
3) Amravati

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4) Nagpur
5) Thane
Answer- 5) Thane
Explanation:
On 10th September 2024, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde launched the 'Majhi Ladki
Bahin Kutumb Behet' campaign in Thane, as a part of his Shiv Sena party's outreach programme
aimed at connecting with beneficiary families across the state.
• The Chief Minister visited homes in Kisan Nagar and Jai Bhavani Nagar in Thane and interacted
with women to assess the impact of various government welfare schemes on their lives. This
initiative, led by the Yuva Sena, aims to reach two crore households across Maharashtra.
• During his visit to the Kopri-Pachpakhadi Assembly constituency, he met 15 families and
expressed confidence that, with the collective efforts of Shiv Sena’s ministers, Members of
Legislative Assembly (MLAs), Members of Parliament (MP), representatives, and Yuva Sena
activists, the party would meet its goal of reaching one crore homes within a week.
• He highlighted the success of similar outreach programmes such as 'Shasan Aplya Dari,' which
benefited more than five crore citizens.

29. Which country's army has recently (in September ‘24) signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with Tiranga Mountain Rescue (TMR) for customised rescue training
programs for instructors?
1) China
2) Japan
3) India
4) South Africa
5) Sri Lanka
Answer- 3) India
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, The Indian Army signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with
Tiranga Mountain Rescue (TMR) at the Centre for Land Warfare Studies (CLAWS), Delhi Cantt, in the
presence of Gen Upendra Dwivedi, Chief of the Army Staff.
• Under the MoU, TMR will cooperate with the Indian Army to provide training programmes for
Army instructors, aimed at improving their ability to mentor troops in avalanche rescue and
survival skills.
• The MoU aims to utilise TMR’s expertise to boost the Indian Army’s capacities in conducting
effective rescue operations under tough conditions.

30. Name the app that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by Open Network for Digital
Commerce (ONDC) to help customized multilingual buyer apps.
1) Lokpath
2) Saarthi
3) NERACE
4) Bhooskhalan
5) JioFinance
Answer- 2) Saarthi

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Explanation:
On 11th September 2024, The Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) has reportedly announced
the launch of 'Saarthi', a reference application designed to assist businesses in creating their own
customised buyer-side apps, co-developed with Bhashini.
• The app initially supports Hindi, English, Marathi, Bangla and Tamil, with plans to scale up to
all 22 languages provided by Bhashini.
• The multilingual features of Saarthi, including real-time translation, transliteration, and voice
recognition allow businesses to expand market reach, enabling companies to tap into new
regions and increase customer acquisition.

31. Which tribunal has recently (in September ‘24) granted approval for the merger of TV18
Broadcast and e-Eighteen.com into Network18 Media and Investments?
1) Supreme Court of India
2) Mumbai High Court
3) National Company Law Tribunal
4) Securities and Exchange Board of India
5) Central Administrative Tribunal
Answer- 3) National Company Law Tribunal
Explanation:
The Mumbai bench of the National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) has given the final approval for the
merger of TV18 Broadcast and e-Eighteen.com (E18) into Network18 Media and Investments, in a
significant step towards creating India’s largest media conglomerate.
• This approval comes ahead of a larger consolidation effort, with Reliance Industries Ltd (RIL)’s
Indian media businesses merging with Walt Disney’s operations to form the country’s biggest
media and entertainment entity.
• The merger recently received clearances from both the Competition Commission of India (CCI)
and the NCLT.
• Once the merger with Network18 is fully approved by the Ministry of Information and
Broadcasting (MIB), both E18 and TV18 will cease to exist as separate entities.

32. The Central government has recently (in September ‘24) sanctioned __________ for relief and
rehabilitation following natural disasters across various states.
1) Rs 12,554 crore
2) Rs 11,445 crore
3) Rs 10,564 crore
4) Rs 9,876 crore
5) Rs 8,890 crore
Answer- 1) Rs 12,554 crore
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, The Centre has sanctioned Rs 12,554 crore to various states this year so far
for providing relief and rehabilitation to people affected by different natural disasters.
• Rs 890.69 crore has also been sanctioned to five states by the Union Home Ministry to help
them in expansion and strengthening of their fire services under the Scheme for Expansion and
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• This allocation, drawn from the National Disaster Mitigation Fund, National Disaster Response
Fund, State Disaster Mitigation Fund, and State Disaster Response Fund.
• This fund was allocated for multiple initiatives, including urban flood management, fire service
upgrades, and risk mitigation for glacial lake outburst floods (GLOF).
• Under the Glacial Lake Outburst Flood Mitigation Programme, Rs 150 crore has been
distributed among Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh.

33. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman of the Central Pollution Control Board
(CPCB)?
1) Tanmay Kumar
2) Ajay Yadav
3) Abhishek Dev
4) Rajiv Kumar
5) Sanjay Kumar Agarwal
Answer- 1) Tanmay Kumar
Explanation:
About the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB):
Chairman – Tanmay Kumar, IAS
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1974

34. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of Romania?

1) Alexander Van der Bellen
2) Rumen Radev
3) Klaus Iohannis
4) Emmanuel Macron
5) Andrzej Duda
Answer- 3) Klaus Iohannis
Explanation:
About Romania:
Prime Minister (PM)- Ion-Marcel Ciolacu
President– Klaus Iohannis
Capital– Bucharest
Currency– Romanian New Leu(RON)

35. Where is the headquarters of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) situated?
1) New York, USA
2) Geneva, Switzerland
3) Paris, France
4) Vienna, Austria
5) Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Answer- 4) Vienna, Austria
Explanation:
About International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA):
IAEA is the international centre for cooperation in the nuclear field.

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Director General (DG) – Rafael Mariano Grossi (Argentina)

Headquarters – Vienna, Austria
Founded – 1957

36. When was Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB) established?

1) 1947
2) 1955
3) 1963
4) 1976
5) 1984
Answer- 3) 1963
Explanation:
About the Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB):
Director General (DG)- Amrit Mohan Prasad
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 1963
Motto– Service, Security, and Brotherhood

37. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of World Bamboo
Organisation (WBO)?
1) Susanne Lucas
2) Witold Banka
3) Andrea Gaudenzi
4) Leena Nandan
5) Angela Wilkinson
Answer- 1) Susanne Lucas
Explanation:
About the World Bamboo Organisation (WBO):
WBO was initially established as the International Bamboo Association (IBA) in 1992 at the 3rd
International Bamboo Congress in Japan. The IBA was renamed as the World Bamboo Organisation
(WBO) in 2005.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Susanne Lucas
Headquarters– Boston, Massachusetts, the United States of America (USA)

38. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Executive Director (ED) of EarthEcho
International?
1) Jane Fraser
2) Mia DeMezza
3) Stefan Wintels
4) Christel Wiman
5) Kushvinder Vohra
Answer- 2) Mia DeMezza
Explanation:
About the EarthEcho International:
Executive Director (ED)- Mia DeMezza

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Headquarters– Washington, DC, the United States of America (USA)

Founded in– 2005

39. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) collaborated with the Mediation and
Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) and developed an online mediation training web-
portal launched by the Supreme Court?
1) State Legal Services Authority
2) National Legal Services Authority
3) Supreme Court Legal Services Committee
4) High Court Legal Services Committee
5) Standing Committee
Answer- 2) National Legal Services Authority
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, The Supreme Court launched an online mediation training web-portal
developed by National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) in collaboration with the Mediation and
Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) over a span of five months.
• This initiative provided a 40+ hour online training module, combining theoretical knowledge
with practical skills that covered more than 50 lectures on 20 mediation-related themes and
more than 10 hours of online/interactive practical sessions.
• This training programme will help make mediation the first and default mode of dispute
resolution by training lawyers, judges, law students etc in the art of mediation.

40. Which state has recently inaugurated the state’s first semiconductor manufacturing OSAT
(Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test plants) plant to reduce the country’s reliance
on imported semiconductor chips?
1) Telangana
2) Haryana
3) Maharashtra
4) Uttarakhand
5) Gujarat
Answer- 3) Maharashtra
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde inaugurated the state’s first
semiconductor manufacturing OSAT (Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test plants) plant
in Navi Mumbai which will reduce the country’s reliance on imported semiconductor chips.
• RRP Electronics Ltd, a company supported by former cricketer Sachin Tendulkar, has set up
this plant with an investment of Rs 12,035 crore and in the coming days they are going to
invest an additional Rs 24,538 crore.
• In the first phase, OSAT plant with an investment of Rs 12,035 crore has been inaugurated. In
the second phase, the FAB Manufacturing (chip manufacturing) unit will be established.

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41. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) received approval from the
Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) to raise Rs 4,500 crore
through fresh equity issue?
1) Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited
2) National Institute of Solar Energy
3) National Institute of Wind Energy
4) Energy Efficiency Services Limited
5) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited
Answer- 5) Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency Limited (IREDA) received
approval from the Department of Investment and Public Asset Management (DIPAM) for raising
approximately Rs 4,500 crore through fresh equity issue.
• The approval was granted by DIPAM based on the recommendations of a High-Level
Committee.
• The fund-raising exercise aims to strengthen IREDA’s capital base, enabling the organization to
scale its financing for renewable energy projects and further accelerate India’s transition to
clean energy

42. Which ministry has recently (in September ’24) collaborated with Avtr Meta Labs to launch
India’s First AI Avatar Creator Contest?
1) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
2) Ministry of Science and Technology
3) Ministry of Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises
4) Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
5) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Answer- 4) Ministry of Information & Broadcasting
Explanation:
Avtr Meta Labs, a leader in AI-driven virtual influencer technology, has partnered with the Ministry
of Information & Broadcasting (MIB) for the introduction of India’s First AI Avatar Creator Contest.
• This contest will be a key feature of the upcoming World Audio Visual & Entertainment Summit
(WAVES) 2025, scheduled to take place from 5 to 9 February, 2025 at Bharat Mandapam, New
Delhi.

43. With which company did TATA group recently (in Sept’24) sign a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) to enhance India’s semiconductor ecosystem?
1) MosChip Technologies
2) Analog Devices Inc
3) Dixon Technologies
4) Nvidia Corporation
5) Intel Corporation
Answer - 2) Analog Devices Inc
Explanation:
On September 18 2024, TATA group signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Analog
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semiconductor manufacturing in India, and use ADI's products in Tata applications like electric
vehicles and network infrastructure.

44. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) organised the Second Edition of
Inclusion Conclave in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) National Anti-Doping Agency
2) National Testing Agency
3) Narcotics Control Bureau
4) National Assessment and Accreditation Council
5) National Council for Teacher Education
Answer- 1) National Anti-Doping Agency
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Union Minister of Youth Affairs & Sports and Labour & Employment, Dr.
Mansukh Mandaviya inaugurated the Second Edition of Inclusion Conclave organised by National
Anti-Doping Agency (NADA), India in New Delhi, Delhi.
• During the conclave, Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya released the “NADA India’s Anti-Doping Guide” in
Braille Script, breaking the barriers of exclusion in the anti-doping landscape.

45. What is the capital of Denmark?

1) Marslet
2) Odense
3) Fredericia
4) Frederiksberg
5) Copenhagen
Answer- 5) Copenhagen
Explanation:
About Denmark:
Prime Minister- Mette Frederiksen
Capital- Copenhagen
Currency- Danish Krone

46. Where is the headquarters of the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL)
located?
1) Mumbai, Maharashtra
2) New Delhi, Delhi
3) Hyderabad, Telangana
4) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
5) Cochin, Kerala
Answer- 1) Mumbai, Maharashtra
Explanation:
About the Nuclear Power Corporation of India Limited (NPCIL):
Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) – Bhuwan Chandra Pathak
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Established – 1987

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47. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of the
National Thermal Power Corporation Limited?
1) Bhuwan Chandra Pathak
2) Vineet Sikka
3) Praveer Sinha
4) Gurdeep Singh
5) Rajesh Kumar
Answer- 4) Gurdeep Singh
Explanation:
About the NTPC Limited:
Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) – Gurdeep Singh
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1975

48. Where is the headquarters of the International Rhino Foundation (IRF) situated?
1) Vienna, Austria
2) Jakarta, Indonesia
3) London, UK
4) Texas, USA
5) Nairobi, Kenya
Answer- 4) Texas, USA
Explanation:
About International Rhino Foundation (IRF):
President – John Lukas
Headquarters – Texas, the United States of America (USA)
Founded – 1989

49. When was the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB) established?

1) 1975
2) 1986
3) 1989
4) 1992
5) 1996
Answer- 2) 1986
Explanation:
About the Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB):
NCB is the nodal drug law enforcement and intelligence agency under the Ministry of Home Affairs
(MHA), Government of India (GoI).
Director General (DG) – Anurag Garg
Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
Established – 1986

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50. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Executive Director of the United Nations Human
Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat)?
1) Anacláudia Rossbach
2) Maimunah Mohd Sharif
3) Rebeca Grynspan
4) Catherine M. Russell
5) Natalia Kanem
Answer- 1) Anacláudia Rossbach
Explanation:
About United Nations Human Settlements Programme (UN-Habitat):
Executive Director– Anacláudia Rossbach
Founded– 1978
Headquarters- Nairobi, Kenya

51. Where is Murlen National Park located?

1) Manipur
2) Mizoram
3) Nagaland
4) Assam
5) Sikkim
Answer- 2) Mizoram
Explanation:
About Mizoram:
Chief Minister (CM) – Pu Lalduhoma
Governor – Hari Babu Kambhampati
National Parks – Murlen National Park, Phawngpui National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries – Lengteng Wildlife Sanctuary, Ngengpui Wildlife Sanctuary

52. Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu has recently (in September 24)
launched the _______ Management System and an online portal.
1) Waste
2) Sand
3) Water
4) Food
5) Health
Answer- 2) Sand
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu launched the Andhra Pradesh Sand
Management System (APSMS), which caters to the needs of consumers and provides end-to-end
digital solutions from sand booking to delivery of the construction material.
• This portal facilitates easy booking of sand, streamlines operations through designated
delivery slots, issuance of e-permits/waybills, transportation at minimum cost and
strengthening the vigilance mechanism.
• The State government launched the free sand policy on July 8, 2024.

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53. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Chairperson of the Supreme
Court Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee?
1) Bela Trivedi
2) Sanjiv Khanna
3) BV Nagarathna
4) Hima Kohli
5) Sukhda Pritam
Answer- 3) BV Nagarathna
Explanation:
Justice BV Nagarathna has been appointed as the Chairperson of the Supreme Court's reconstituted
Gender Sensitisation and Internal Complaints Committee, succeeding Justice Hima Kohli after her
retirement.
• The committee now includes members such as Justice N Kotiswar Singh, Bansuri Swaraj,
Sukhda Pritam and Sakshi Banga, with Menaka Guruswamy and Nina Gupta continuing to
represent the SCBA.
54.Which company has recently (in September ‘24) launched a no-code data integration
platform DataSync?
1) PayPal
2) GooglePay
3) Paytm
4) PhonePe
5) RazorPay
Answer- 5) RazorPay
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Razorpay launched DataSync, a no-code data integration platform that
aims to transform how businesses access and use critical payment, transaction, refund, chargeback,
and settlement data.
• This platform is expected to significantly reduce operational costs for businesses by up to 50
per cent, while offering greater efficiency in tracking and reconciling financial data.
• Built on Amazon Redshift and Snowflake AI Data Cloud, DataSync will allow businesses to
safely and conveniently integrate their financial and business data on Razorpay.

55. Which city’s BEML plant is set to produce India’s first high-speed 250 kmph bullet train to
serve the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor?
1) Delhi
2) Ahmedabad
3) Mumbai
4) Bengaluru
5) Kolkata
Answer- 4) Bengaluru
Explanation:
BEML’s Bengaluru Plant is set to manufacture the country’s first bullet train. The Integral Coach
Factory (ICF) invited tenders to manufacture two chair-car high-speed trains on September 5,
2024. Bids were due by September 19, 2024 and BEML was the only company to submit a proposal
for the two eight-car train sets.

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• The stainless steel carbody trains will have a maximum speed of 280 kmph and an operating
speed of 250 kmph.
• The amount spent by BEML-Medha Servo Drives in making the trains is estimated that the total
cost of making one train can fall between Rs 200-250 crore.
• These trains will run on the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail (MAHSR) corridor, which is
being developed by the National High-Speed Rail Corporation Limited (NHSRCL).

56. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed an MoU with The Habitats Trust
and HCL Foundation to strengthen efforts in marine conservation?
1) Indian Coast Guard
2) National Institute of Ocean Technology
3) Nature Conservation Foundation
4) Indian Ocean Commission
5) Indian Armed Forces
Answer- 1) Indian Coast Guard
Explanation:
On 19 September 2024 Indian Coast Guard (ICG) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU)
with The Habitats Trust and HCL Foundation to strengthen efforts in marine conservation at ICG
Headquarters, New Delhi.
• The strategic partnership aims to implement critical conservation initiatives and as part of the
collaboration.
• The key efforts will include: Ghost Net Removal, Mapping and Classifying Ghost Gear
Aggregation Areas, Surveys in Ecologically Sensitive Regions and Community Involvement.
• The partnership is a pivotal step toward ensuring to tackle marine pollution and the health of
the coastal ecosystems, which are vital to both biodiversity and the livelihoods of coastal
communities.

57. In September 2024, the postal department released a special cover to mark the 100th birth
anniversary of the renowned south Indian music composer _________________.
1) Chandrabose
2) C. Ashwath
3) Vijay Bhaskar
4) M.S. Viswanathan
5) Tirumakudalu Chowdiah
Answer- 3) Vijay Bhaskar
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, the postal department released a special cover to mark the 100th birth
anniversary of the renowned south Indian music composer Vijaya Bhaskar. The special cover will be
available for sale at philatelic bureaus such as Bengaluru GPO, Mysuru, Mangaluru and Belagavi Head
Post offices.
• Rajendra Kumar S., Chief Postmaster General, Karnataka Circle, released the cover in the
presence of Mangala Gowri and Sankari Ananth, daughters of the late Vijay Bhaskar at the
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• To mark the birth anniversary, a seminar on Vijay Bhaskar’s contributions will be held on
October 20, at the Sangeet Sabha in Indiranagar. During the event, ‘Ellellu Sangeethave’ written
by Mr. Murthy will be released.

58. When was International Daughters’ Day celebrated annually across the globe?
1) 1st Sunday of September
2) 2nd Sunday of September
3) 3rd Sunday of September
4) 4th Sunday of September
5) 5th Sunday of September
Answer- 4) 4th Sunday of September
Explanation:
International Daughters’ Day is celebrated annually on the 4th Sunday of September. The day was
initiated to recognize the importance of daughters in society and to promote gender equality. It serves
as a reminder of the need to value daughters just as much as sons, advocating for their rights and well-
being.
• In 2024, Daughter’s Day was observed on Sunday, September 22.
• This day highlights the need for equal opportunities for girls in education, employment, and
leadership roles, and was originally observed to remove the stigma connected with the birth of
females and to combat customs such as female infanticide, dowry, and Sati.

59. Where is the headquarters of Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services
(INCOIS) located?
1) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
2) Hyderabad, Telangana
3) Vasco-da-Gama, Goa
4) Kolkata, West Bengal
5) Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 2) Hyderabad, Telangana
Explanation:
About Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS):
Director– Dr. Tummala Srinivasa Kumar
Headquarters– Hyderabad, Telangana
Established– 1999

60. When was S&P Global Inc established?

1) 1917
2) 1930
3) 1912
4) 1922
5) 1925
Answer- 1) 1917
Explanation:
About S&P Global Inc.:
President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Douglas L. Peterson

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Headquarters- New York, the United States of America (USA)

Established- 1917

61. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman of the Economic Advisory Council to the
Prime Minister (EAC-PM)?
1) Jaxay Shah
2) Mithileshwar Thakur
3) Raghuvendra Tanwar
4) Dr. Bibek Debroy
5) Anil Kumar Lahoti
Answer- 4) Dr. Bibek Debroy
Explanation:
About Economic Advisory Council to the Prime Minister (EAC-PM):
The EAC-PM is an independent body constituted to give advice on economic and related issues to the
Government of India (GoI), specifically to the Prime Minister (PM).
Chairman – Dr. Bibek Debroy
Headquarters – New Delhi (Delhi)

62. Where is the Headquarters of Red Panda Network (RPN) situated?

1) Sikkim, India
2) Kathmandu, Nepal
3) Kyoto, Japan
4) Tibet, China
5) Kachin, Myanmar
Answer- 2) Kathmandu, Nepal
Explanation:
About the Red Panda Network (RPN):
Executive Director (ED)- Ang Phuri Sherpa
Headquarters– Eugene, Oregon, the United States of America (USA) (International); and Kathmandu,
Nepal (Asia)
Established in– 2007

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NATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Which State Election Commission (SEC) has successfully carried out a paperless voting
process for the first time in India during its panchayat by-election in September 2024?
1) Chhattisgarh
2) Rajasthan
3) Uttar Pradesh
4) Madhya Pradesh
5) Maharashtra
Answer- 4) Madhya Pradesh
Explanation:
Madhya Pradesh (MP) State Election Commission (SEC) conducted a paperless voting process for
the first time in India. It was implemented as a pilot project during a Panchayat by-election in
Ratua Ratanpur village, Berasia tehsil in Bhopal (MP) for the post of Sarpanch and recorded 84%
turnout.
• The process aims to computerise the manual parts of the voting process that were
previously done on paper.
• The new system uses thumb impressions and electronic signatures for voter identification,
ensuring authenticity and eliminating proxy voting.
Option Revision:
1. Covered in August 2024: Chhattisgarh
The Chhattisgarh government has announced the establishment of the new tiger reserve named ‘Guru
Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve’, marking it as the fourth Tiger reserve in Chhattisgarh. The
reserve will include areas of the Guru Ghasidas National Park and the Tamor Pingla sanctuary,
covering an expansive area of 2,829.387 square kilometers (sq km) across the districts of
Manendragarh- Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Koriya, Surajpur, and Balrampur.
2.Covered in July 2024: Rajasthan
Rajasthan is all set to become the 1st state in India to adopt an action plan for road safety for the next
10 years. The proposed action plan aimed at reducing road accidents in the state by 50% till 2030. The
World Bank (WB) would provide assistance to the Government of Rajasthan. As per the draft, the
action plan will be implemented in 3 phases. Phase 1 will be implemented between 2025 till 2027. It
will focus on safety audits of 500 kilometre (km) of state highways and major district roads.
3. Covered in July 2024: Uttar Pradesh
Tata Power Solar Systems Limited (TPSSL) has launched ‘Ghar Ghar Solar, Tata Power ke Sang'
initiative in Varanasi to promote residential Rooftop Solar Solutions (RTS) across Uttar Pradesh (UP).

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2. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) collaborated with SISA Information
Security Private Limited to launch the Certified Security Professional for Artificial Intelligence
(CSPAI) program?
1) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
2) Centre for Development of Advanced Computing
3) Centre for Development of Telematics
4) Society for Applied Microwave Electronics Engineering and Research
5) National Informatics Centre
Answer- 1) Indian Computer Emergency Response Team
Explanation:
On September 23, 2024, the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) under the
Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), in collaboration with SISA Information
Security Private Limited, launched the Certified Security Professional for Artificial Intelligence
(CSPAI) program, the first of its kind ANSI National Accreditation Board (ANAB) accredited Artificial
Intelligence (AI) security certification.
• The program aims to equip security professionals with the knowledge to integrate AI into
business applications while ensuring sustainable and secure practices.

3. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched the 2nd edition of the ‘Tobacco-
Free Youth Campaign 2.0’ in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Rural Development
4) Ministry of Education
5) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer- 1) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, Union Minister of State (MoS) Prataprao Ganpatrao Jadhav, Ministry of
Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW) launched the 2nd edition of the Tobacco-Free Youth
Campaign 2.0 at a hybrid event held at Lady Hardinge Medical College in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The key objective of the campaign is to protect the health and well-being of young people from
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• During the launch event, he virtually inaugurated Tobacco Cessation Centres in medical
institutions across India.
• The campaign will run for 60 days and it will focus on providing educational materials,
promoting initiatives like enforcement drives and Information, Education and Communication
(IEC) activities and establishment of Tobacco-free villages, etc.
• The campaign also underscores a ‘whole of government’ approach by fostering partnership
and coordination between 7 ministries.
• All participants present at the event took the ‘Say No To Tobacco’ pledge to remain tobacco-
free.
• During the event, 3 important guidelines namely, Health Workers Guide, Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs) for Villages to be Tobacco Free and the Guidelines for Law Enforcers for
Effective Implementations of Tobacco Control Laws were launched. Click here to read more.

4. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) launched Unified Logistics Interface
Platform (ULIP) Hackathon 2.0 to foster innovation and develop digital solutions to tackle
challenges in the logistics industry?
1) NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited
2) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development
3) Indian Space Research Organisation
4) Reserve Bank of India
5) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
Answer- 1) NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited
Explanation:
On September 25, 2024, NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL) in collaboration with NITI
Aayog – Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) and Startup India launched the Unified Logistics Interface
Platform (ULIP) Logixtics Hackathon 2.0 at the event chaired by Rajeev Singh Thakur, Additional
Secretary of the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of
Commerce & Industry (MoC&I), took place at Vanijya Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi.
• This competitive event aims to drive innovation and create digital solutions to address the
logistics industry’s pressing challenges.
• During the event, the Track Your Transport (TYT) Application (App), powered by the ULIP,
was also launched to simplify logistics.
• ULIP Logixtics Hackathon 2.0 builds on the success of the first edition in December 2021,
which resulted in innovative solutions for the logistics and supply chain sector.
• ULIP is one of the key initiatives under Pradhan Mantri Gati Shakti (National Master Plan for
Multi-modal Connectivity), launched by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi as part of
the National Logistics Policy (NLP) on 17th September 2022.

5. Which organisation/ministry has recently (in September 2024) established the Rail Rakshak
Dal in the North Western Railway (NWR) zone to respond to train accidents and conduct rescue
operations.
1) Ministry of Home Affairs
2) Indian Railways
3) Ministry of Science and Technology
4) Ministry of Defence

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5) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation

Answer- 2) Indian Railways
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, The Indian Railways established Rail Rakshak Dal in the North Western
Railway (NWR) zone for the first time as a part of a pilot project which aims to promptly respond to
train accidents and conduct rescue operations.
• The primary goal of the Rail Rakshak Dal is to provide assistance to the Railways and
support district administration in times of emergencies.
• Rail Rakshak Dal has been formed under the direct supervision of Union Minister Ashwini
Vaishnaw, Ministry of Railways.
• This initiative involves deploying Physically fit railway staff, training them in skills like
swimming and utilising lightweight equipment to assist during emergencies.

6. Who has recently (in September ‘24) unveiled commemorative coin to celebrate Platinum
Jubilee of the Central Silk Board (CSB)?
1) Narendra Modi
2) Giriraj Singh
3) Eknath Shinde
4) Siddaramaiah
5) Amit Shah
Answer- 2) Giriraj Singh
Explanation:
On 20th September 2024, Union Minister Giriraj Singh,
Ministry of Textile, unveiled the Commemorative coin of
the denomination Rs 75 during an event organised to
celebrate the Platinum Jubilee (75th Anniversary) of the Central Silk Board (CBS) in Mysuru,
Karnataka.
• The Union Minister also launched a Coffee Table Book titled CSB in the Service of the Nation
Since 1949 and a postal cover featuring the CSB 75 Years Logo.
• The Government of Independent India enacted the CSB Act 1948 on 20th September 1948.
• The coin made of Quaternary alloy (50% silver, 40% Copper, 5% Nickel and 5% Zinc)
weighs 35 grams and has a diameter of 44 millimetres (mm).
• Four new technologies, namely Nirmool, Seri-win, Mr. Pro, and a trapping machine were
unveiled during the event.
• During the event, the CBS exchanged Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with
institutions like the Indian Council of Agricultural Research- Central Inland Fisheries
Research Institute (ICAR-CIFRI) in Barrackpore, West Bengal (WB); Jain University in
Bengaluru, and Assam Agricultural University (AAU) in Jorhat (Assam) to strengthen
cooperative efforts in sericulture research and training.
• The official website of Silk Mark Organization of India (SMOI) was also launched during
the event.
• The Ministry of Textiles (MoT) has notified the Medical Textiles (Quality Control) Order,
2023 which is set to take effect on 1st October 2024.
• On 10th August 2024, Textiles Minister Giriraj Singh launched Eri sericulture promotional
project at Sardarkrushinagar, Palanpur in Gujarat. Click here to read more.

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7. What is the name of the supercomputer that was recently (in September ‘24) launched by
the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi?
1) PARAM Siddhi
2) PARAM Shivay
3) PARAM Rudra
4) PARAM Utkarsh
5) PARAM Pravega
Answer- 3) PARAM Rudra
Explanation:
On 26th September 2024, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi dedicated 3 ‘PARAM Rudra’
Supercomputers worth Rs 130 crore to the nation via video conferencing. These supercomputers
are developed indigenously under the National Supercomputing Mission (NSM).
• These supercomputers have been deployed in New Delhi (Delhi), Pune (Maharashtra) and
Kolkata (West Bengal, WB) to provide pioneering scientific research.
• Pune based Giant Metro Radio Telescope (GMRT) will leverage the supercomputer to explore
Fast Radio Bursts (FRBs) and other astronomical phenomena.
• The Government of India (GoI) has announced a research fund of Rs 1 lakh crore in the Union
Budget for Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25).
• On 26th September 2026, PM Narendra Modi inaugurated a High-Performance Computing
(HPC) system tailored for weather and climate research, acquired by the Ministry of Earth
Sciences (MoES).
• This project is developed with an investment of Rs 850 crore, marking a significant step in
India’s computational capabilities for meteorological applications. Click here to read more.

8. Who has recently (in September ‘24) become the first woman fighter pilot to join the Indian
Air Force’s (IAF) 18 Flying Bullets squadron?
1) Subhasri Sriram
2) Rekha Sharma
3) Anjali Gupta
4) Mohana Singh
5) Jyoti Vij
Answer- 4) Mohana Singh
Explanation:
Squadron Leader Mohana Singh has become the 1st woman fighter pilot to join the Indian Air
Force’s (IAF) 18 Flying Bullets squadron, which operates India’s indigenously developed Light
Combat Aircraft (LCA) Tejas fighter jets. The Flying Bullets squadron is stationed at Naliya Air Base
in the Gujarat sector, along the border with Pakistan.
• Mohana Singh was among the first 3 female fighter pilots commissioned into the IAF in 2016,
alongside Squadron Leaders Bhawana Kanth and Avani Chaturvedi.
• She made history as the first woman in the IAF to fly a “Hawk” aircraft during daylight hours in
2019.
• She was honoured with the Naari Shakti Award in 2020, recognizing her achievements
alongside Avani Chaturvedi and Bhawna Kanth.

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INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

1. Name the country that has recently (in September ‘24) become the 1st country in the world
to receive the World Health Organization (WHO) verification for Eliminating Leprosy.
1) Belize
2) Jordan
3) Jamaica
4) Brazil
5) Cabo Verde
Answer- 2) Jordan
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) officially verified Jordan as the 1st country in the world to
have eliminated leprosy (also known as Hansen’s disease), a chronic infectious disease caused by a
bacteria, Mycobacterium leprae.
• Jordan has not reported any locally transmitted (autochthonous) cases of leprosy for over 2
decades. This achievement is seen as a significant step in public health efforts to eliminate
leprosy worldwide.
• This achievement is expected to inspire other countries to enhance their efforts against
leprosy.
• Leprosy is an age-old disease that mainly affects the skin and peripheral nerves, mucosa of
the upper respiratory tract, and the eyes.

2. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) assumed the chairmanship of the Asian
Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) for 2024-2027 term?
1) United States of America
2) India
3) Hungary
4) Bangladesh
5) China
Answer- 2) India
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India, the Supreme Audit
Institution (SAI) of India, assumed the chairmanship of the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit
Institutions (ASOSAI) for 2024-2027 term.
• Girish Chandra Murmu has been serving as the 14th CAG of India since August 2020.
• The 16th Assembly of ASOSAI hosted by CAG of India was held in New Delhi, Delhi from
21st to 27th September 2024.
• The 56th meeting of the Governing Board of ASOSAI held on 6th September 2024 in Hanoi,
Vietnam elected Girish Chandra Murmu, CAG of India, as the host of 16th assembly of
ASOSAI (2024) and Chairman of ASOSAI from 2024-2027.
• On 23rd September 2024, the 60th ASOSAI Governing Board Meeting was held in New
Delhi.
• Saudi Arabia, represented by the General Court of Audit (GCA), has been elected as the
chair of ASOSAI for the 2027-2030 term. Saudi Arabia was also elected as the host of the
17th ASOSAI General Assembly. Click here to read more.

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3. Which country has recently (in September 2024) joined the International Big Cat Alliance
(IBCA)?
1) India
2) Curaçao
3) Germany
4) Bangladesh
5) Singapore
Answer- 1) India
Explanation:
On 20th September 2024, India formally joined the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) by signing
and ratification of the Framework Agreement on the establishment of the IBCA.
• IBCA is a global initiative founded by India to secure the future of big cats and their natural
habitats.
• With this, 4 countries (India, Nicaragua, Eswatini and Somalia) have now become members
of IBCA.
• IBCA was launched by PM Modi during the programme “Commemoration of 50 years of India’s
Project Tiger” on 9th April 2023 at Mysuru University in Mysuru, Karnataka.
• The framework Agreement aimed to establish IBCA to collectively address common challenges
for the protection and conservation of 7 big cats – Tiger, Lion, Leopard, Snow Leopard, Puma,
Jaguar and the Cheetah.
• IBCA aims to build a multi-nation, multi-agency coalition of 95 big cat range countries, non-
range countries interested in big cat conservation.

GOVT SCHEMES

1. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched the Standard Operating
Procedures (SOPs) on ‘White Revolution 2.0’ in New Delhi (Delhi) to boost the Indian dairy
sector?
1) Ministry of Cooperation
2) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
3) Ministry of Home Affairs
4) Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying
5) Ministry of Food Processing Industries
Answer- 1) Ministry of Cooperation
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, Union Minister Amit Shah, Ministry of Cooperation (MoC) launched the
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) on ‘White Revolution 2.0’ during the National Conference on
the initiatives taken by the MoC in the 1st 100 days of the 3rd term of Prime Minister (PM) Narendra
Modi led National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government held in New Delhi, Delhi.
• During the main session of the Conference, Union Minister Amit Shah launched ‘100 days’
initiatives’ under the theme of “Sahkar-se-Samriddhi”, to strengthen and expand the
cooperative sector, and has potential to benefit about 13 crore farmers across the country.
• The key target of GoI under White Revolution 2.0 is to increase milk production by dairy
cooperative societies by 50% i.e. from the current 660 lakh litres per day to 1,000 lakh
litres, over the next 5 years.

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• He also launched SOPs for ‘Cooperation among Cooperatives’ initiative, the 3 key
components of initiatives are distribution of Rupay – Kisan Credit Cards (KCCs) to dairy
farmers, distribution of micro-Automated Teller Machines (ATMs) to dairy cooperatives and
opening of the account of the cooperative societies and their members in cooperative banks.
• Union Minister Amit Shah has launched Margdarshika (Action Plan) for the formation and
strengthening of 2 lakh new Primary Agricultural Credit Societies (PACS), Dairy and
Fishery Cooperatives Societies in each Panchayat. Click here to read more.

2. Which scheme has recently (in September ‘24) completed its 6 years of successful
implementation, emerged from the National Health Policy 2017?
1) Har Ghar Jal
2) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
3) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana – Urban
4) Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin
5) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri- Jan Arogya Yojana
Answer- 5) Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri- Jan Arogya Yojana
Explanation:
Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri- Jan Arogya Yojana (AB PM-JAY), one of the key components of
Ayushman Bharat (AB), a flagship scheme of Government of India (GoI), which emerged from the
National Health Policy 2017, has completed 6 years of successful implementation.
• It was launched on 23rd September 2018 by Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi in Ranchi,
Jharkhand.
• The scheme is being implemented by National Health Authority (NHA) under the Ministry
of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW).
• AB PM-JAY is the largest health assurance scheme in the world which offers a cashless
health cover of Rs 5 lakh per family annually for secondary and tertiary care
hospitalization across public and private empanelled hospitals in India.
• The scheme covers up to 3 days of pre-hospitalization and 15 days of post-hospitalization
expenses which include expenses of diagnostics and medications.
• On 11th September 2024, the Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister (PM) Narendra
Modi approved the expansion of AB PM-JAY, offering comprehensive health coverage to all
the senior citizens aged 70 years and above.
• As of 9th September 2024, over 35.4 crore Ayushman cards have been issued, which has
empowered millions of families with health coverage. Click here to read more.

VISITS

1.Which of the following points is/are ‘correct’ with respect to the Prime Minister Narendra
Modi’s visit to Maharashtra on 20 September 2024?
A) PM Modi participated in the PM Vishwakarma Yojana Programme marking one year of
progress under PM Vishwakarma and released a commemorative stamp.
B) He laid the foundation stone of PM Mega Integrated Technology Research and Apparel (PM
MITRA) Park in Maharashtra. The government of India had approved the setting up of Six PM
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C) PM Modi launched the Acharya Chanakya Kaushalya Vikas Scheme of the Government of
Maharashtra and Punyashlok Ahilyadevi Holkar Women Startup Scheme.
1) Only A & B
2) Only A & C
3) Only B & C
4) Only C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only A & C
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi visited Wardha,
Maharashtra on 20th September 2024. During his visit,
i.PM Modi participated in the National ‘PM Vishwakarma
Yojana’ Programme marking one year of progress under PM
Vishwakarma and released a commemorative stamp published
by India Post.
• The scheme was launched on September 17, 2023, to provide support to artisans and
craftspeople working with their hands and tools.
• It is a Central Sector Scheme launched with a financial outlay of Rs 13,000 crore for five
years (FY 2023-24 to FY 2027-28).
ii. He laid the foundation stone of PM Mega Integrated Textile Regions and Apparel (PM MITRA) Park
at Amravati, Maharashtra.
• The government of India had approved the setting up of 7 PM MITRA Parks for the Textile
industry.
iii. He launched Acharya Chanakya Kaushalya Vikas Scheme and Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar
Women Start-Up Scheme.
• Under Acharya Chanakya Kaushalya Vikas scheme, Skill development training centres will be
established in well-known colleges across Maharashtra to provide training to youth in the age
group of 15 to 45.
• Around 1,50,000 youths across Maharashtra will receive free skill development training each
year.
• Under Punyashlok Ahilyabai Holkar Women Start-Up scheme, early-stage support will be
provided to women-led startups in Maharashtra to make them self-reliant and independent.
• Financial assistance up to Rs.25 lakhs will be provided. Click here to read more.

BANKING AND FINANCE

1. Which bank/financial institution has recently (in September ‘24) invested USD 34 million
loan in iBUS Network and Infrastructure Private Limited for Global expansion?
1) Asian Development Bank
2) World Bank
3) International Bank for Reconstruction and Development
4) International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes
5) International Finance Corporation
Answer- 5) International Finance Corporation

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Explanation:
Bengaluru (Karnataka) based iBUS Network and Infrastructure Private Limited, a leading digital
infrastructure solutions provider, has secured an investment of Rs 280 crore (USD 34 million) from
the International Finance Corporation (IFC), a member of the World Bank Group (WBG) for a minority
stake in the company.
• This investment will aid iBUS in strengthening its market position and expanding both
domestically and globally.
• IFC’s expertise will help iBUS scale its operations and enter new markets, focusing on
solutions like in-building connectivity, outdoor small cells (a radio access point), managed
Wireless Fidelity (Wi-Fi) services, and intelligent Internet of Things (IoT).

2. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) started a Rs 530 crore water supply project
funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) to improve drinking water infrastructure?
1) Tripura
2) Telangana
3) Maharashtra
4) Meghalaya
5) Kerala
Answer- 1) Tripura
Explanation:
Manik Saha, the Chief Minister (CM) of Tripura laid the foundation for the Manila (Philippines)-
based Asian Development Bank (ADB)-funded Rs 530 crores water supply project in Udaipur,
Tripura.
• It is an initiative under the Mukhyamantri Nagar Unnayan Prakalpa (CM Urban
Development Scheme) for the modern management of drinking water supply in 12 cities
of Tripura. The project has already received Rs 330 crore in funding from the ADB.
• The project ensures clean drinking water supply to every urban household in 12 cities
namely Khowai, Mohanpur, Ranirbazar, Bishramganj, Melaghar, Udaipur, Amarpur, Belonia,
Kumarghat, Dharmanagar, Kailashahar, and Ambassa.
• The project aims to minimise water wastage and address the issue of water loss through
leaks and inefficient systems, by implementing modern technology.

3. Which Public Sector Bank (PSB) has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with
EaseMyTrip.com to launch India’s first co-branded travel debit card?
1) Bank of India
2) Punjab National Bank
3) Union Bank of India
4) Indian Bank
5) Bank of Baroda
Answer- 5) Bank of Baroda
Explanation:
Bank Of Baroda (BOB), one of the leading commercial banks in India, in collaboration with
EaseMyTrip.com, India’s one of largest online travel platforms, launched a co-branded travel debit
card named ‘Bank of Baroda EaseMyTrip Debit Card’ for frequent travellers and those spending on
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• This is the 1st co-branded travel debit card introduced by a Public Sector Bank (PSB) in
India and EaseMyTrip is the 1st Online Travel Agency (OTA) in India to be partnered with
the PSB for a debit card.
• The card offers discounts on travel and hotel stays, complimentary annual membership to
Over-The-Top (OTT) platforms, along with vouchers and discounts on the electronic
commerce (e-commerce) site.
• Travel Discounts: 10% instant discounts on domestic and international flight bookings. 15%
instant discounts on domestic and international hotel bookings. 10% instant discounts on
bus and airport transfers/outstation cab bookings.

4. Which insurance company has recently (in September ‘24) partnered with BLS E-Services to
offer a range of insurance products directly to customers across India?
1) Edelweiss Life Insurance Company Limited
2) Ageas Federal Life Insurance Company Limited
3) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company Limited
4) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
5) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 4) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
SBI General Insurance Company Limited, a leading general insurance company in India, has
partnered with BLS E-Services Limited (Erstwhile known as BLS E-services Private Limited), a
leading integrated technology-enabled digital service provider, to offer a range of insurance products
directly to customers across India.
• The collaboration aims to provide key insurance solutions, including Hospicash, a flexible
income protection plans offering daily hospitalization benefits; vehicle insurance; personal
accident insurance; and shop insurance.
• This partnership has enabled BLS E-Services’ to leverage its strong presence in the Electronic-
Governance (E-Governance) sector, where it has already benefited over 40,000 customers.

5. Which insurance company has recently (in September ‘24) launched a comprehensive health
insurance plan ‘Health Super Top-Up policy’?
1) Edelweiss Life Insurance Company Limited
2) Star Health and Allied Insurance Company Limited
3) Tata AIA Life Insurance Company Limited
4) Bajaj Allianz General Insurance Company Limited
5) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
Answer- 5) SBI General Insurance Company Limited
Explanation:
State Bank of India (SBI) General Insurance Company Limited has launched ‘SBIG Health Super
Top-Up’ plan, which is a health insurance add-on plan designed to enhance the existing basic health
insurance coverage (corporate or personal loan) in an economical and affordable way.
• The main aim of this policy is to provide comprehensive support during unexpected medical
emergencies that are often not covered by standard health plans.

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• Flexible annual and long-term aggregate deductible offers two options with sum insured
ranging from Rs.5 lakhs to Rs.4 crores, with deductibles between Rs.2 lakhs to Rs.2
crores.
• Consists of long-term policy options that are available for up to three years.
• Affordable premiums starting at Rs. 3,377 for individuals aged 18-35 years are provided.
• To encourage early adoption, SBI General Insurance is offering a one-time welcome
discount of 5% on all policies purchased within 5 days of receiving a quote from the
company.

6. Which bank has recently (in September 2024) launched a suite of 8 innovative digital
payment products and solutions to enhance the financial ecosystems for Micro, Small and
Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and retail customers at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF 2024)?
1) Kotak Mahindra Bank Limited
2) ICICI Bank Limited
3) Karnataka Bank Limited
4) City Union Bank Limited
5) IDBI Bank Limited
Answer- 4) City Union Bank Limited
Explanation:
City Union Bank Limited (CUB), a leading scheduled
commercial bank in the private sector, has launched a
suite of 8 innovative digital payment products and
solutions to enhance the financial ecosystems for Micro,
Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and retail
customers.
• These products were launched during the 5th
edition of Global Fintech Fest (GFF 2024) held
from 28th to 30th August 2024 at the Jio World Convention Centre in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
• The new digital payment products launched include Delegate payments, Unified Payments
Interface (UPI) lite auto topup, National Common Mobility Card (NCMC), Credit line on
UPI, RuPay credit card on UPI, and Loan against securities (Mutual Fund).
• Additionally, 2 innovative services: Open Network Digital Commerce (ONDC) for MSMEs
and ONDC for Retail, designed specifically to cater the needs of MSME and retail sectors,
were launched.

7. Axis Bank Limited and Mastercard have collaborated to launch ________, a business credit card
designed for sole proprietors and Small-and-Medium Enterprises (SME) business owners.
1) PRIMUS
2) Mybiz
3) ETERNA
4) PIXEL
5) Mycard
Answer- 2) Mybiz

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Explanation:
Axis Bank Limited and Mastercard, an American multinational payment card services corporation,
have collaborated to launch Mybiz, a business credit card designed for sole proprietors and Small-
and-Medium Enterprises (SME) business owners.
• This credit card, a part of the World Mastercard category, combines a range of business
and travel benefits to meet the needs of SME owners.
• MyBiz credit card will provide an end-to-end digital offering that simplifies small business
clients’ experience.
• The card includes travel benefits like airport lounge access and travel insurance.
• This also offers business-related services such as marketing, productivity tools, online
readiness, security-related services and services related to compliance through Mastercard
Easy Savings Special.
• Cardholders will also have access to exclusive experiences such as culinary arts, wellness
and sports through priceless.com

8. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) launched “CRISIL-IBX AAA NBFC Index– Jun
2027 Fund”, an open-ended Target Maturity Index Fund?
1) Muthoot Capital Services Limited
2) L&T Mutual Fund Trustee Limited
3) Tata Asset Management Private Limited
4) Axis Asset Management Company Limited
5) ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund
Answer- 4) Axis Asset Management Company Limited
Explanation:
Axis Asset Management Company Limited (Axis AMC) launched “AXIS CRISIL-IBX AAA NBFC Index–
Jun 2027 Fund”, An open-ended Target Maturity Index Fund investing in constituents of CRISIL-IBX
AAA NBFC Index – Jun 2027.
• This is the 1st Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) sector-based target maturity
mutual fund scheme in India.
• The minimum investment amount required for the scheme is Rs 5,000 and in multiples of
Re 1 thereafter.
• The new fund will offer exposure to high-quality, AAA-rated NBFCs through a passive
investment strategy by monitoring an index.
• The scheme will allocate 95% to 100% of its assets to fixed-income instruments attached
to the index, with a small portion reserved for liquidity through debt and money market
instruments.
• The fund will follow a ‘Buy-and-hold’ investment strategy which means that debt
instruments issued by NBFCs will be held until maturity unless sold to meet redemptions or
for rebalancing purposes.

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ECONOMY AND BUSINESS

1. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) collaborated with Tata Electronics Private
Limited (TEPL) to launch India’s first domestically produced semiconductor chips by 2026?
1) Zero-Error Systems Private Limited
2) Signaltron Systems Private Limited
3) Infosys
4) Tata Consultancy Services
5) Cognizant Technology Solutions
Answer- 4) Tata Consultancy Services
Explanation:
Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is collaborating with Tata Electronics Private limited (TEPL) to
launch India’s first domestically produced semiconductor chips by 2026.
• Tata Electronics is leading the initiative, with TCS providing expertise in chip design,
engineering, and intellectual property (IP)-based solutions.
• This initiative aligns with the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM), which has approved the
establishment of three semiconductor manufacturing facilities in India.

2. In September 2024, Moody’s projected India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to grow at ______
for Calendar Year (CY) 2024.
1) 7%
2) 7.2%
3) 7.1%
4) 7.5%
5) 6.8%
Answer- 3) 7.1%
Explanation:
Moody’s, a subsidiary of Moody’s Corporation, has raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
growth forecast to 7.1% for Calendar Year 2024 (CY24), from its previous estimate of 6.8% made in
June 2024. It noted that the Indian economy will continue to be resilient amid global uncertainties.
• However, it has maintained its India’s economic growth forecast for CY25 at 6.5% and has
projected a faster growth of 6.6% in CY26 in its new Asia Pacific outlook.
• The Global Ratings agency has predicted better inflation outcomes for India as it reduced
India’s inflation forecast to 4.7% from the 5% predicted earlier.
• Moody’s has also raised the 2025 forecast for the Asia-Pacific region by 10 basis point (bps)
i.e. from 3.9% to 4%.

3. Which organisation has recently (in September’ 24) raised India’s Gross Domestic Product
(GDP) growth forecast to 6.7% for the Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25)?
1) India Ratings & Research
2) Goldman Sachs Group Inc.
3) International Monetary Fund
4) World Bank
5) Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
Answer- 5) Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development

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Explanation:
The Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has raised India’s Gross
Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast by 10 basis points (bps) to 6.7% for Financial Year 2024-
25 (FY25), from its previous estimate of 6.6%. This projection was announced by OECD in its latest
‘OECD Economic Outlook , Interim Report September 2024: Turning the Corner’ released on
25th September, 2024.
• It has also increased India’s economic growth forecast for FY26 by 20 bps, to 6.8% from its
previous estimate made in May 2024.
• OECD’s report has also raised India’s headline inflation forecast by 20 bps, from 4.3%
(projected in May 2024) to 4.5% for FY25. This projection is in alignment with the Reserve
Bank of India (RBI)’s forecast of headline inflation for FY25.
• As per the report, the global growth will remain stable at 3.2% in both 2024 and 2025, due
to moderate inflation. It noted that the growth has been relatively robust in many of the
Group-20 (G20) countries, including the United States of America (USA), Brazil, India,
Indonesia and the United Kingdom (UK).

4. According to the ‘Asian Development Outlook (ADO) update of September’ released by the
Asian Development Bank (ADB), India's growth forecast for the Financial Year 2026 (FY26) has
been projected at _________
1) 7.2%
2) 7.5%
3) 7%
4) 6.8%
5) 7.1%
Answer- 1) 7.2%
Explanation:
According to the ‘Asian Development Outlook (ADO) update of September’ released by the Asian
Development Bank (ADB), India's growth forecast for the Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25) has been
projected at 7% and FY26 at 7.2%
• The Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth slowed to 6.7% in the first quarter (April-June)
of FY24, it is expected to accelerate in the coming quarters with increased agricultural
performance and a large improvement in industry and services.
• As per the report, the government debt is projected to decrease from 58.2% of GDP in FY24
to 56.8% in FY25.
• Consumer inflation is anticipated to rise to 4.7% in FY24 due to elevated food prices,
despite higher agriculture output expectations.

5. Name the first Schedule airline to launch from Uttar Pradesh (UP) that has recently (in
September ‘24) received the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation
(MoCA).
1) Vistara
2) Vietjet Air
3) Shankh Air
4) Akasa Air
5) Air India

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Answer- 3) Shankh Air

Explanation:
Shankh Air, owned by Shankh Aviation Private Limited, has received the No Objection Certificate
(NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) valid for 3 years. Shankh Air will be the 1st
Schedule airline to launch from Uttar Pradesh (UP).
• It is yet to receive clearance from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to begin
operations.
• Shankh Air will hub over Lucknow and Noida to enable connections to all major cities in
India.
• The airline aims to connect major cities across India by offering both interstate and
intrastate routes and focusing on areas with high demand and restricted direct flight
options.

MoU’s AND AGREEMENTS

1. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) signed an MoU with the Aryabhatta
Research Institute of Observational Sciences (ARIES) to enhance Space Situational Awareness
(SSA)?
1) Bharat Dynamics Limited
2) Bharat Electronics Limited
3) Central Electronics Limited
4) Power Finance Corporation Limited
5) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
Answer- 2) Bharat Electronics Limited
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, Nainital (Uttarakhand)-based Aryabhatta Research Institute of
Observational Sciences (ARIES), an autonomous institute under the Department of Science &
Technology (DST) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bharat Electronics
Limited (BEL), a ‘Navratna’ Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) under the Ministry of Defence (MoD), to
enhance space technologies, particularly focusing on Space Situational Awareness (SSA).
• Under this partnership, the organisations will develop advanced image processing techniques,
data analytics software, and new instruments to monitor space objects, particularly near-Earth
objects and artificial satellites, which will ensure the safety of satellites and their users

2. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed an MoU with the Khadi and
Village Industries Commission (KVIC) to enhance the reach and marketability of "Brand
Khadi"?
1) National Institute of Fashion Technology
2) Department of Posts
3) Confederation of Indian Textile Industry
4) Ministry of Textiles
5) Fashion Design Council of India
Answer- 1) National Institute of Fashion Technology

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Explanation:
The Khadi and Village Industries Commission (KVIC) under the Ministry of Micro, Small, and Medium
Enterprises (MoMSME), and the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT) signed a
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) under the ‘Centre of Excellence for Khadi-2.0(CoEK-2.0)’, to
enhance the reach and marketability of “Brand Khadi” domestically and internationally, in Rajghat,
New Delhi (Delhi).
• The MoU focuses on design innovation and capacity building. NIFT will assist Khadi institutions
with training, designing Khadi garments, renovating Khadi Bhavans, and developing new high-
quality Khadi products.
• KVIC will invest Rs 25.17 crore through CoEK over the next 3 years to strengthen the quality
and brand power of Khadi.

APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS

1. Who was Sworn-in as 8th Chief Minister of Delhi in September 2024?

1) Atishi
2) Sheel Nagu
3) Preeti Sudan
4) Sujata Saunik
5) Soumya Swaminathan
Answer- 1) Atishi
Explanation:
Atishi, a senior leader of the Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) took oath as the 8th Chief Minister (CM) of the
National Capital Territory (NCT) of Delhi. She was appointed by the President Droupadi Murmu.
Lieutenant-Governor (LG) Vinai Kumar Saxena administered the oath of office and secrecy to Atishi
at a ceremony held at Raj Niwas in New Delhi (Delhi). 5 AAP ministers also took oath during the
ceremony.
• She replaced Arvind Kejriwal, the 7th CM of Delhi since February 2015, who resigned from
his role in September 2024.
• Atishi is the 3rd woman CM of Delhi after Sheila Dikshit (1998 to 2013) of the Indian
National Congress (INC) and Sushma Swaraj (1998) of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• She became the youngest of all 3 to hold the CM Office (CMO) in the Union Territory (UT) of
Delhi at 43.

2. Who has been recently (in September 2024) elected as the President of Sri Lanka?
1) Anura Kumara Dissanayake
2) Kamel Madouri
3) Kristen Michal
4) Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo
5) Ranil Wickremesinghe
Answer- 1) Anura Kumara Dissanayake
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, Anura Kumara Dissanayake (55 years old), Leader of Marxist-Leninist
party – Janatha Vimukthi Peramuna (JVP), sworn-in as 9th President of Sri Lanka after winning the
2024 Presidential election.

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• He was sworn in by Chief Justice of Sri Lanka, Jayantha Jayasuriya at the Presidential
Secretariat in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• Dissanayake won the presidency with 42.31% of the vote. Opposition leader Sajith
Premadasa took 2nd place with 32.76%.

3. Who was appointed as the next Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) in the Indian Air force (IAF) with
effect from September 30,2024?
1) Upendra Dwivedi
2) Manoj Pande
3) Vivek Ram Chaudhari
4) Ashutosh Dixit
5) Amar Preet Singh
Answer- 5) Amar Preet Singh
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has appointed Air Marshal
Amar Preet Singh as the next Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) in
the Indian Air force (IAF), in the rank of Air Chief Marshal, with
effect from September 30, 2024.
• He will succeed the incumbent Air Chief Marshal
Vivek Ram Chaudhari, who retires upon
superannuation.
• He is a recipient of the Param Vishisht Seva Medal (PVSM) and the Ati Vishisht Seva Medal
(AVSM).

4. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Director of the National Crime
Record Bureau (NCRB) with immediate effect?
1) Satish Kumar
2) Vivek Gogia
3) Ravi Agrawal
4) Bharat Lal
5) Alok Ranjan
Answer- 5) Alok Ranjan
Explanation:
The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) approved the appointments of the Senior Indian
Police Service (IPS) officers Alok Ranjan as Director of the National Crime Record Bureau (NCRB)
and Amit Garg as Director of Hyderabad (Telangana)-based Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police
Academy (SVPNPA) with immediate effect.
• Alok Ranjan has been appointed for a tenure up to his superannuation on 30 June 2026. He
replaces Vivek Gogia, who has been repatriated to Arunachal Pradesh-Goa-Mizoram and
Union Territory (AGMUT) cadre.
• Amit Garg has been appointed for a term up to his retirement on 31 October 2027.
• Praveen Ranjan has been appointed as the Special Director General (SDG) of the Central
Industrial Security Force (CISF).
• Vitul Kumar has been appointed as SDG of the Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) and he
will hold the post till the date of his superannuation on 31 August 2028.

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• R Prasad Meena has been appointed as SDG of the Border Security Force (BSF) and he will
hold the post till the date of his superannuation on 31 July 2025.
• The ACC also approved the appointments of 4 senior IPS officers, all from the 1993 batch.
They were promoted to the post of Special Director (SD) in the Intelligence Bureau (IB).
Click here to read more.

5. Who has been recently (in September 2024) chosen as the next Chairman-cum-Managing
Director (CMD) of National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO) by the Public Enterprise
Selection Board (PESB)?
1) Raj Kumar Chaudhary
2) Sindhu Gangadharan
3) Brijendra Pratap Singh
4) Robert Jerard Ravi
5) Tapan Kumar Chand
Answer- 3) Brijendra Pratap Singh
Explanation:
The Public Enterprise Selection Board (PESB), a key body set up by the Government of India (GoI), has
appointed Brijendra Pratap Singh as the next Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of the
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO), a Navratna Schedule ‘A’ Central Public Sector
Enterprise (CPSE) under the Ministry of Mines (MoM).
• Brijendra Pratap Singh is expected to take over from the incumbent CMD, Sridhar Patra on
1st November 2024.
• Sridhar Patra, who has been serving as the CMD of NALCO since 2019 is set to retire on
31st October 2024.

6. Who has been recently (in September 2024) appointed as the 16th Prime Minister of Sri
Lanka by the Sri Lankan President Anura Kumara Dissanayake?
1) Paetongtarn Shinawatra
2) Nicolás Maduro Moros
3) Harini Amarasuriya
4) Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo
5) Dinesh Gunawardena
Answer- 3) Harini Amarasuriya
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, Harini Amarasuriya (54 years old), leader of National People’s Power
(NPP), officially sworn-in as 16th Prime Minister (PM) of Sri Lanka. She has replaced Dinesh
Gunawardene who resigned from PM office after the result of recently held Sri Lanka Presidential
election.
• She took her oath of office administered by Anura Kumar Dissanayake, President of Sri
Lanka at the Presidential Secretariat in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
• She became the 3rd woman PM after Sirimavo Bandaranaike and Chandrika Kumaratunga.
• President Anura Kumar Dissanayake has also appointed his new cabinet comprising 4
members, including himself. Other 3 cabinet members are NPP parliamentarians, Harini
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• This new cabinet will serve as the caretaker government till the next parliamentary
election, which would take place on 14th November, 2024.

7. Who was recently (in September ‘24) elected as the New Prime Minister of Japan?
1) Paetongtarn Shinawatra
2) Shigeru Ishiba
3) Min Aung Hlaing
4) Philemon Yang
5) Fumio Kishida
Answer- 2) Shigeru Ishiba
Explanation:
On 27 September 2024, Former Defence Minister Shigeru Ishiba (67 years old) is set to become the
next Prime Minister (PM) of Japan after being elected as the leader of Japan’s Liberal Democratic Party
(LDP) which holds a majority in the parliament.
• He will assume PM office from October 1, 2024 by replacing incumbent PM Fumio Kishida.
• Shigeru Ishiba won by 215 votes, defeating Sanae Takaichi (194 votes), in the leadership
election of the LDP in Tokyo, Japan. Nine candidates including two women had competed in
the elections.

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

1. Name the movie that was recently (in September ‘24) entered into the 97th Academy Awards
(Oscars 2025) for the “Best International Feature Film” category?
1) Laapataa Ladies
2) Aattam
3) Ayena
4) Kantara
5) Gulmohar
Answer- 1) Laapataa Ladies
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, the Film Federation of India (FFI) has announced the name of Kiran Rao
directed ‘Laapata Ladies’ as India’s official entry for the “Best International Feature Film” category
at the prestigious 97th Academy Awards (Oscars 2025), which will held on 2nd March 2025 in Los
Angeles, California, the United States of America (USA).
• The film was unanimously selected by a 13-member jury of FFI headed by Assamese director
Jahnu Barua.
• The film was selected among 29 films, including 12 hindi films, 6 Tamil and 4 Malayalam films.
• Laapata Ladies was selected over award winning films like:
• Malayalam film ‘Aattam’ (The Play) which won the 70th National Film Award for Best
Feature Film in August 2024.
• Payal Kapadia’s “All We Imagine As Light” which won the Grand Prix, the 2nd highest
award of Cannes Film Festival in May 2024.
• Laapata Ladies is a critically acclaimed Hindi language film, which was released theatrically in
March 2024 across India. Before its release in India, the film was screened at the prestigious
Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) in September, 2023.

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2. Who has been crowned Miss Universe India 2024 in Jaipur, Rajasthan?
1) Sheynnis Palacios
2) Praveena Rai
3) Ruchira Kamboj
4) Rhea Singha
5) Arti
Answer- 4) Rhea Singha
Explanation:
On September 22 2024, Rhea Singha, (19-year-old) from Gujarat has been crowned Miss Universe
India 2024 at the pageant held in Jaipur, Rajasthan. She was crowned by Urvashi Rautela, Bollywood
actress and Miss Universe India 2015.
• Rhea will now represent India at the 73rd Miss Universe 2024 pageant, which is
scheduled to be held in Mexico in November 2024.
• She also won the Miss Glamorous subtitle award during the 2024 Miss Universe India
pageant and she is one of the youngest winners of this pageant title.
• The Miss Universe pageant has been organised by the Miss Universe Organization (MUO),
the USA-and Thailand-based global, inclusive organization.

3. Name the Indian who has been recently (in September 2024) honoured with the prestigious
award by the South Korea Government for strengthening the relationship between Korea and
India.
1) Alia Bhatt
2) Arundhati Roy
3) Sudarsan Pattnaik
4) Anushka Sen
5) Kareena Kapoor
Answer- 4) Anushka Sen
Explanation:
Indian Actress, Anushka Sen has been honoured with the prestigious award by the South Korea
Government for her exceptional contribution in strengthening relations between India and Korea.
• She received the award from Hyun Woo Kim, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Seoul
Business Agency (SBA), during a ceremony held in South Korea.
• As Honorary Ambassador of Korean Tourism, she has played a pivotal role in bridging
the cultural gap between India and South Korea.

4. Which organisation has recently (in September 2024) won the National Energy Leader
Award from the Confederation of Indian Industry – Green Business Centre (CII-GBC) at
Hyderabad, Telangana?
1) Steel Authority of India Limited
2) Indian Stainless Steel Development Association
3) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited
4) RailTel Corporation of India Limited
5) Rail Vikas Nigam Limited
Answer- 3) Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited

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Explanation:
Rashtriya Ispat Nigam Limited (RINL), the corporate entity of Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, has won the
National Energy Leader Award from the Confederation of Indian Industry- Green Business Centre
(CII-GBC) for the 6th consecutive year. The award was presented during the event held at Hyderabad,
Telangana on 12th September 2024.
• RINL has also won the “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit Award” for the 8th consecutive year.
• These awards signify RINL’s consistent efforts towards energy conservation, including
initiatives like: Harnessing waste heat recovery systems, Pulverised Coal Injection (PCI) in
blast furnaces, and Waste recycling and Energy benchmarking.

SUMMITS, CONFERENCES
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COMMITTEE AND MEETING

1. In September 2024, the Indian delegation led by Arunish Chawla, Secretary of the Ministry of
Culture (MoC) participated in the Special Session of G7 (Group of 7) Ministers meeting on
Culture was held in ____________
1) Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
2) Naples, Italy
3) Thimphu, Bhutan
4) Nizhny Novgorod, Russia
5) Paris, France
Answer- 2) Naples, Italy
Explanation:
Special Session of G7 (Group of 7) Ministers meeting on Culture was held on 21st September 2024 in
Naples, Italy.
• Indian delegation led by Arunish Chawla, Secretary of the Ministry of Culture (MoC),
Government of India, along with Lily Pandeya, Joint Secretary, MoC. participated in the
meeting.
• During the session, the Naples Statement was signed on ‘Culture for the sustainable
development of Africa and the world’ to promote culture as a driver of sustainable
development in Africa.
• The importance of culture as a transformative driver for achieving the Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs) outlined in the United Nations’ 2030 Agenda was
emphasized.

INDEX

1. As per 3rd Advance Estimates of the Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops for
Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24), total horticulture production in India for FY24 is estimated to
be about ___________.
1) 232.19 Million Tonnes
2) 283.19 Million Tonnes

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3) 336.19 Million Tonnes

4) 353.19 Million Tonnes
5) 384.19 Million Tonnes
Answer- 4) 353.19 Million Tonnes
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, the Department of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare (DoA&FW) under the
Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers’ Welfare (MoA&FW) has released the 3rd Advance Estimates of the
Area and Production of various Horticultural Crops for Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24).
• As per 3rd advance estimates for FY24, total horticulture production in India for FY24 is
estimated to be about 353.19 Million Tonnes (MT), a marginal decrease of 0.65% (about
22.94 Lakh Tonnes) compared to FY23 final estimates of about 355.48 MT.
• The area under horticultural crops has expanded to 28.98 million hectares in FY24, up
from 28.63 million hectares in the Second Advance Estimates and 28.44 million hectares in
2022-23.
• India’s fruit production is expected to increase by 2.29% in FY24 i.e. to 112.73 MT.
• Overall production of vegetables is estimated to be around 205.80 MT; overall production
of onion is projected to be at 242.44 Lakh Tonne in FY24; potato production in India is
likely to be around 570.49 Lakh Tonne and production of Tomato is estimated to increase
by 4.38%, from around 204.25 Lakh Tonne registered in FY23 to 213.20 Lakh Tonne in
FY24.

2. Which state has recently (in September ‘24) topped the 6th edition of State Food Safety Index
(SFSI – 2023-24) developed by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)?
1) Maharashtra
2) Kerala
3) Uttarakhand
4) Karnataka
5) Tamil Nadu
Answer- 2) Kerala
Explanation:
Kerala, Tamil Nadu (TN) and Jammu & Kashmir (J&K) have emerged as the top performers of the
6th edition of State Food Safety Index (SFSI – 2023-24) developed by the Food Safety and
Standards Authority of India (FSSAI). Kerala has topped the SFSI for 2nd consecutive year with
73.75 score out of 100.
• The SFSI 2023-24 was unveiled by the Union Minister Jagat Parkash Nadda, Ministry of
Health and Family Welfare (MoH&FW) during the inaugural session of 2nd Global Food
Regulators Summit (GFRS 2024) held at Bharat Mandapam in New Delhi, Delhi.
• Kerala achieved over 100% of its inspections target in Financial Year 2023-24 (FY24) and
also it has improved its food-testing infrastructure and organised special drives to increase
the number of license-holders and registrations, among other achievements.
• As per the index, TN has improved its ranking by 1 place, from 3rd position (in 2023) to 2nd
position (in 2024), with an overall score of 67.
• J&K was ranked 3rd with an overall score of 64.25, followed by Gujarat (score 61.75) and
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• J&K emerged as the top performing among UTs, followed by Chandigarh (score of 43.75)
and Delhi (score of 37.5).
• During the event, FSSAI launched Food Import Rejection Alerts (FIRA), an online platform
designed specifically to inform the public and relevant food safety authorities through
notification about food import rejections at Indian borders. Click here to read more.

3. Which ministry released the “7th Annual Report of the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS)
(July 2023 to June 2024)” in September 2024?
1) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
2) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
3) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
4) Ministry of Labour and Employment
5) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Answer- 3) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, the National Sample Survey Office (NSSO) under the Ministry of Statistics
and Programme Implementation (MoSPI) released the “7th Annual Report of the Periodic Labour
Force Survey (PLFS) (July 2023 to June 2024)”. As per the report, Unemployment Rate (UR) in
usual status (ps+ss) for persons aged 15 years and above has remained unchanged at 3.2% during
July 2023 to June 2024.
• The UR for male aged 15 years and above saw a marginal decrease from 3.3% in 2022-23 to
3.2% in 2023-24. UR for female aged 15 years and above has increased from 2.9% in 2022-23
to 3.2% in 2023-24.
• The UR in urban areas has decreased from 5.4% in 2022-23 to 5.1% in 2023-24 and in rural
areas, UR has increased from 2.4% in 2022-23 to 2.5% in 2023-24.
• At all India level, Labour Force Participation Rates (LFPR) in usual status (ps+ss) for persons of
age 15 years and above has increased from 57.9% (in 2022-23) to 60.1% (in 2023-24).
• LFPR for female has increased from 37.0% (in FY23) to 41.7% (in 2023-2024). LFPR for male
of the same age group in usual status (ps+ss) has increased from 78.5% to 78.8% in July 2023-
June 2024.
• Overall Work Population Ratio (WPR) in usual status for persons of age 15 years and above has
increased from 56.0% (in 2022-23) to 58.2% (in 2023-24).
• NSSO has been conducting PLFS since April 2017 to estimate the main employment and
unemployment indicators such as: Work Population Ratio (WPR), Labour Force Participation
Rate (LFPR), and UR, in the short time interval of 3 months for the urban areas only in the
“Current Weekly Status” (CWS). Click here to read more.

4. The S&P Global Ratings has recently (in September ‘24) retained India’s Gross Domestic
Product (GDP) growth forecast at __________ for FY25.
1) 7.2%
2) 6.5%
3) 7%
4) 6.8 %
5) 7.3%
Answer- 4) 6.8 %

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Explanation:
S&P Global Ratings has maintained India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast at 6.8%
for the fiscal year 2024-2025 (FY25) and 6.9% for FY26 in its ‘Economic Outlook Asia-Pacific Q4
2024: Central Banks To Remain Cautious Despite U.S. Rate Relief’. .
• The Indian economy grew 8.2% in FY24 and for FY27 and FY28, India’s GDP growth is
expected at 7%.
• For the Asia-Pacific region, the GDP growth is projected at 4.4% for 2024, 2025, 2026,
2027.
• Inflation is projected at 4.5% for FY25, 4.6% for FY26 and FY27, and 4.1% for FY28.

5. Which State/Union Territory has the highest Unemployment Rate (UR) among youths
(individuals aged 15-29) as per the recent (in September ‘24) report of “Periodic Labour Force
Survey (PLFS) (July 2023- June 2024)” of National Sample Survey Office (NSSO)?
1) Lakshadweep
2) Gujarat
3) Maharashtra
4) Karnataka
5) Puducherry
Answer-1) Lakshadweep
Explanation:
According to the 7th Annual report “Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) July 2023- June 2024)” of
National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI),
Lakshadweep has the highest Unemployment Rate (UR) among youths (individuals aged 15-29
). Youth UR in Lakshadweep stands at 36.2% which includes 79.7% UR among young women and
26.2% UR among young men.
• Lakshadweep is followed by Andaman and Nicobar Island with 33.6% (49.5% women and
24% men) and Kerala with 29.9% (47.1% women and 19.3% men).
• The national average for youth unemployment is 10.2%, with females facing a higher rate of
11% compared to 9.8% for males.
• Madhya Pradesh (MP) has the lowest unemployment rate of 2.6%, among states in India
followed by Gujarat with 3.1% and Jharkhand with 3.6%.
• In urban areas, the overall youth UR is 14.7%, compared to a lower rate of 8.5% in rural
areas.
• The joblessness rate among females in urban areas is notably higher at 20.1%, while it stands
at 8.2% in rural regions. Click here to read more.

6. According to the recent (in September ‘24) SBI’s Economic Research Department (ERD)
report “Precursor to Census 2024: The Fine Prints of a Rapidly Changing Nation”, the average
annual exponential growth has dropped to ________ in 2024.
1) 1%
2) 2.2%
3) 2.1%
4) 1.5%
5) 3.1%
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Explanation:
According to the State Bank of India (SBI)’s Economic Research Department (ERD) report titled
“Precursor to Census 2024: The Fine Prints of a Rapidly Changing Nation”, the average annual
exponential growth of India’s population is on a downward trajectory and is expected to decline from
2.20% (in 1971) to 1% (in 2024), placing India’s population in the range of 138 to 142 crore in 2024.
• The report has also projected that the median age of India will increase from 24 years (in
2021) to 28-29 years (in 2023/24). Thus, India continues to be one of the youngest nations in
the world and is still below the global median age.
• As per the report, the working-age population in India has seen an increasing trend since 1971
and is estimated to reach 64.4% in the soon-to-be exercised Census i.e. 2024 Census. This
trend is further expected to increase to 65.2% in 2031.
• According to SBI’s ERD report, the proportion of children in the age group of 0 to 14 years is
projected to be 24.3% in 2024, whereas it was 30.9% in 2011, indicating a continuing reversal
trend that started in 1971.
• The report estimated that the contribution of the Southern region in incremental population
growth will decline in the 2021 Census as compared to the 2011 Census, due to low growth in
states like: Tamil Nadu (TN), Andhra Pradesh (AP), and Telangana.
• The NCT of Delhi and Chandigarh, are the most urbanized States and Union Territories (UTs),
with 99.7% and 100% urban population respectively, followed by Daman and Diu (96.1%)
and Puducherry (70.4%). Click here to read more.

ACQUISITION AND MERGERS

1. Which company has recently (in September 2024) received approval from the Reserve Bank
of India (RBI) for the amalgamation of Aditya Birla Finance Limited with itself to create a large
unified Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)?
1) Aditya Birla Capital Limited
2) Star Finserv India Limited
3) Sonata Finance Private Limited
4) Jio Financial Services Limited
5) Mindgrove Technologies Private Limited
Answer- 1) Aditya Birla Capital Limited
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, Aditya Birla Capital Limited received approval from the Reserve Bank of
India (RBI) for the amalgamation of Aditya Birla Finance Limited, its wholly owned subsidiary, with
itself to create a large unified Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC).
• Aditya Birla Capital will now approach National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) to complete
the amalgamation process.
• Aditya Birla Capital’s board approved the merger with Aditya Birla Finance on 11th March
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2. In September 2024, Which organisation was sold for Rs 320 crore to the Japanese’s Konoike
Transport Company Limited under the Alternative Mechanism, empowered by the Cabinet
Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA)?
1) Ferro Scrap Nigam Limited
2) Ramky Sustainability Solutions Private Limited
3) Sneha Farms Private Limited
4) BAG Holdings Private Limited
5) Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited
Answer- 1) Ferro Scrap Nigam Limited
Explanation:
The Government of India (GoI) has approved the sale of Ferro Scrap Nigam Limited (FSNL) along with
the transfer of management control to Japan’s Konoike Transport Cim Ltd. for Rs 320 crore. This
marks the first privatisation in over 2 years.
• Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs (CCEA) had granted in-principle approval for FSNL’s
disinvestment in 2016 and the reserve price was set at Rs 262 crore, with Konoike’s bid being
the highest. The other bidder was Indic Geo Resources Private Limited, a subsidiary of Chandan
Steel Ltd.
• FSNL is a Mini Ratna-II Government of India (GoI) Undertaking based in Bhilai (Chhattisgarh)
and a subsidiary of MSTC Limited (formerly known as Metal Scrap Trade Corporation
Limited), under the Ministry of Steel (MoS).

3. Which company has recently (in September 2024) received approval from the Competition
Commission of India (CCI) to acquire less than 10% equity shareholding in Vastu Housing
Finance Corporation Limited (VHFCL)?
1) Sonata Finance Private Limited
2) EQT Private Capital Asia
3) IRB Infrastructure Trust
4) Naspers Ventures B.V.
5) Axel Springer SE
Answer- 4) Naspers Ventures B.V.
Explanation:
The Competition Commission of India (CCI) has approved the proposed acquisition of less than 10%
equity shareholding in Vastu Housing Finance Corporation Limited (VHFCL) by Naspers Ventures
B.V. (Naspers Ventures) on a fully diluted basis.
• Naspers Ventures is an indirect, wholly-owned subsidiary of Prosus N.V. It is an investment
holding company, primarily involved in investment through direct and indirect equity and debt
funding.
• CCI has approved the acquisition of shares of Home Credit India Finance Private Limited
(Home Credit) by VS Holdings Limited (TVSH), STPL Trading and Services Private Limited
(STPL), and PI Opportunities Fund-II (PIOF), and acquisition of shares of STPL Trading and
Services Private Limited by K. Gopala Desikan, Anuraag Agarwal, V. Ganesh, and GWC Family
Fund Investments Pte. Ltd.
• The CCI has approved the acquisition of 100% share capital of Sunbeam Lightweighting
Solutions Private Limited by Craftsman Automation Limited on a fully diluted basis. Click
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4. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) received the approval of the Scheme of
Amalgamation with the Rajapur Sahakari Bank Limited from the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
1) Banaras Merchantile Co-operative Bank Limited
2) Mahabhairab Cooperative Urban Bank Limited
3) Valsad Mahila Nagrik Sahakari Bank Limited
4) Malad Sahakari Bank Limited
5) Uravakonda Cooperative Town Bank Limited
Answer- 4) Malad Sahakari Bank Limited
Explanation:
On September 20 2024, The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the Scheme of Amalgamation of
Mumbai (Maharashtra) based The Rajapur Sahakari Bank Limited with Mumbai based The Malad
Sahakari Bank Limited. The scheme will come into force from September 23, 2024.
• The scheme has been approved in exercise of its powers conferred under Sub-Section (4) of
Section 44A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation (BR)Act, 1949.
• As a part of amalgamation, the branches of The Rajapur Sahakari Bank Ltd., will function as
branches of The Malad Sahakari Bank Ltd.

DEFENCE

1. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) collaborated with the Indian Army and
hosted two major events, ‘HIM DRONE-A-THON 2024’, and ‘HIMTECH 2024’ in Ladakh?
1) Defence Research and Development Organisation
2) NITI Aayog
3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry
4) Indian Space Research Organisation
5) Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
Answer- 3) Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry
Explanation:
The Indian Army hosted two major events, ‘HIM DRONE-A-THON 2024’, and ‘HIMTECH 2024’, in
collaboration with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI), at Leh, in
the Union Territory (UT) of Ladakh. The events focused on harnessing military technology for High
Altitude Areas (HAA) through cutting-edge drone and technology innovations.
• The HIM DRONE-A-THON 2024 was held from 17th to 18th September 2024 at Wari La,
Leh.
• The HIMTECH 2024 was held from 20th to 21st September 2024 at Rinchen Auditorium
Grounds, Leh.
• HIM DRONE-A-THON 2024 focused on the demonstration of the capabilities of Aerial/
Ground/ Water/Underwater drones in HAA.
• HIMTECH 2024 focussed on showcasing cutting-edge equipment /products /solutions
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SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY

1. Name the rocket that was recently (in September 2024) launched by China from a sea
platform on the waters near the city of Haiyang to place eight satellites into planned orbit.
1) Gaogui-02
2) Rohini-560
3) Transporter 11
4) Jielong-3
5) Falcon Heavy
Answer- 4) Jielong-3
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, China launched the Jielong-3 (Smart Dragon-3) carrier rocket from a sea
platform on the waters near the city of Haiyang in east China’s Shandong Province to place eight
satellites into planned orbit.
• The offshore launch was carried out by Taiyuan Satellite Launch Center.This launch was
China’s 44th launch of 2024.
• China has now conducted 13 sea-based launches using four different rocket models viz.
Long March 11, Smart Dragon 3, Ceres 1 and Gravity 1.
• Smart Dragon-3 is a commercial carrier rocket developed by the China Academy of Launch
Vehicle Technology under the China Aerospace Science and Technology Corporation.

2. Name the space capsule which landed in Kazakhstan with Roscosmos cosmonauts Nikolai
Chub, Oleg Kononenko and NASA astronaut Tracy Dyson from the International Space Station
(ISS) in September 2024.
1) RHUMI-1
2) Tanager-1
3) Soyuz MS-25
4) DAICHI-4
5) Tianyi-41
Answer- 3) Soyuz MS-25
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, Russian Spacecraft Soyuz MS-25 has successfully brought back 3 crew
members, including Two Russian cosmonauts Oleg Dmitriyevich Kononenk and Nikolay
Aleksandrovich Chub and National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) astronaut Tracy
Caldwell Dyson, from the International Space Station (ISS).
• The spacecraft safely landed in a remote area near Zhezkazgan in Kazakhstan.
• Russia’s Oleg Kononenko and Nikolai Chub returned to Earth after their record-breaking
stay of 374 days in Low Earth Orbit (LEO) at the ISS. They returned after a trip of 158.6
million miles, spanning 5,984 orbits.
• NASA’s Tracy Caldwell Dyson has spent 6 months at ISS. Spanning 184 days in space,
Dyson’s third spaceflight covered 2,944 orbits of the Earth and a journey of 78 million miles
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3. To which company, the Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS) has
recently (in September 2024) handed over the critical high-altitude sustenance technologies.
1) Indian Oil Corporation Limited
2) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
3) Oil & Natural Gas Corporation Limited
4) Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
5) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
Answer- 4) Power Grid Corporation of India Limited
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, the Defence Institute of Physiology and Allied Sciences (DIPAS), a key
laboratory under Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), handed over critical
high-altitude sustenance technologies to the Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd (PGCIL).
• This transfer aimed at preparing employees for the challenging conditions of the 5000 MW
(Mega Watt) Pang-Kaithal High Voltage Direct Current (HVDC) Project in Ladakh, situated at
an altitude of 15,760 feet.
• DIPAS previously signed a MoU with PGCIL to provide technical knowledge on high-altitude
operations.

SPORTS

1. Who has recently (in September 2024) won the Formula 1 (F1) Singapore Airlines Singapore
Grand Prix (GP) 2024 held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore?
1) Oscar Piastri
2) Lando Norris
3) Lewis Hamilton
4) George Russell
5) Max Verstappen
Answer- 2) Lando Norris
Explanation:
McLaren’s Lando Norris, a British racing driver, won the title of the Formula 1 (F1) Singapore
Airlines Singapore Grand Prix (GP) 2024 held at the Marina Bay Street Circuit in Singapore. This
marks Lando Norris’ 3rd career win after Heineken Dutch GP 2024 and Miami GP 2024.
• Red Bull’s Max Verstappen, a Dutch-Belgian racing driver (competing under the Dutch
flag) finished 2nd followed by McLaren’s Oscar Piastri, an Australian racing driver in the
3rd.

2. Which country recently (in September ‘24) won the Gold medal in both the Open and
Women’s section of the 45th International Chess Federation (FIDE- Fédération Internationale
des Échecs) Chess Olympiad in Hungary, Budapest?
1) Hungary
2) India
3) Spain
4) Armenia
5) China
Answer- 2) India

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Explanation:
Team India won the Gold medal in both the Open and Women’s section of the 45th International
Chess Federation (FIDE- Fédération Internationale des Échecs) Chess Olympiad held in Hungary,
Budapest.
• For the first time, India won gold in both the Open and women’s section of the Chess
Olympiad.
• In the Open section, Team India received the gold medals and the Hamilton-Russell Cup, the
original Olympiad trophy created in 1927 named after its donor, British attorney and chess
sponsor Frederick Gustavus Hamilton-Russell.
• In the Women's section, Team India won the gold medals and the Vera Menchik Cup.
• Team India also won the Gaprindashvili Cup, the special trophy which is awarded to the team
with the best combined result in the Open and Women’s section.
• In the open section, Gukesh D (Board 1) and Arjun Erigaisi (Board 3) won the gold medal as the
best players on their boards.
• In the Women’s section Divya Deshmukh (board 3) and Vantika Agrawal (Board 4) won the
gold medal as the best players on their boards.
• The All-India Chess Federation (AICF) announced a prize money of Rs 3.2 crore for Olympiad-
winning Indian teams. Each player from the winning teams will receive Rs 25 lakh. Click here
to read more.

3. Where was the 7th edition of the annual men’s tennis tournament Laver Cup 2024 held?
1) Paris, France
2) Berlin, Germany
3) London, United Kingdom
4) Gstaad, Switzerland
5) Rome, Italy
Answer- 2) Berlin, Germany
Explanation:
Team Europe captained by Swedish tennis player Björn Borg won the Laver Cup 2024 by defeating
Team World captained by American tennis player John McEnroe. This marks the 5th win of Team
Europe which has previously won the title in 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2021.
• Laver Cup 2024, the 7th edition of the annual men’s tennis tournament between Teams
from Europe and the rest of the world, was held at the Uber Arena in Berlin, Germany from
20th to 22nd September 2024.
• The Laver Cup 2024 has a total prize money pool of USD 2.25 million shared between the 12
main players representing the two teams.
• Team Europe included Alexander Zverev (Germany), Carlos Alcaraz (Spain), Daniil
Medvedev (Russia), Casper Rudd (Norway), Grigor Dimitrov (Bulgaria) and Stefanos
Tsitsipas (Greece).
• Team World included Taylor Fritz (United States of America-USA), Frances Tiafoe (USA),
Ben Shelton (USA), Alejandro Tabilo (Chile), Francisco Cerúndolo (Argentina) and Thanasi
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4. Which country has recently (in September’ 24) won the 4th Intercontinental Cup 2024
football title by defeating India 3-0 at Ganti Mohana Chandra (GMC) Balayogi Athletic Stadium
in Hyderabad, Telangana?
1) Spain
2) Argentina
3) Syria
4) Japan
5) China
Answer- 3) Syria
Explanation:
Syria won their maiden Intercontinental Cup 2024 football title by defeating the defending
champions India 3-0 in the final group match held at Ganti Mohana Chandra (GMC) Balayogi Athletic
Stadium (formerly known as Gachibowli Athletic Stadium) in Hyderabad, Telangana.
• This is the 4th edition of the Intercontinental Cup, organised by the All India Football
Federation (AIFF). It was a tri-nation series between the football teams of India, Syria, and
Mauritius.
• Syria defeated Mauritius 2-0 and India 3-0, securing 6 points (in 2 matches) in the series.
The football teams of India and Mauritius finished the tournament without scoring a goal.
• India won the inaugural tournament in 2018 (beating Kenya 2-0) and 2023 (beating
Lebanon 2-0).

5. Which brand is the official sponsor of the International Federation of Association Football
(FIFA)Women’s World Cup 2027 in Brazil?
1) AMUL
2) Lay’s
3) Puma
4) Apple
5) Coca-Cola
Answer- 2) Lay’s
Explanation:
Lay’s, a global snack brand owned by Frito-Lay, Inc., becomes the official sponsor for the
International Federation of Association Football (FIFA) World Cup 2026 and FIFA Women’s World
Cup 2027. This marks a global extension of Frito-Lay’s successful role as a Regional Supporter for the
FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and Tournament Supporter for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.
• FIFA World Cup 2026 will be the 1st edition to feature 48 teams and will be hosted
across 3 countries, Canada, Mexico, and the United States of America (USA).
• The FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027 will be held in Brazil in 2027.
• Lay’s will introduce “Fan of the Match” recognition at every match of both tournaments,
rewarding fans with unique experiences.
• The partnership includes not just Lay’s, but also other Frito-Lay brands like Doritos,
Cheetos, Tostitos, Ruffles, Cracker Jack, PopCorners, Quaker, and Gamesa.

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6. Name the Indian tennis player who has recently (in September ‘24) won the men’s doubles
title along with Vijay Sundar Prashant in the finals of Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP)
250 Hangzhou Open 2024.
1) Sumit Nagal
2) Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan
3) Tharun Mannepalli
4) Harmeet Desai
5) Marin Cilic
Answer- 2) Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan
Explanation:
Indian Tennis players Jeevan Nedunchezhiyan and Vijay Sundar Prashanth won the men’s
doubles title by defeating Germany’s Constantin Frantzen and Hendrik Jebens in the finals of the
Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP) 250 Hangzhou Open (2024).
• Marin Cilic of Croatia won the Men’s singles title by defeating China’s Zhang Zhizhen. This
marks his first tour level title since 2021.
• Hangzhou Open 2024 was held from 18th to 24th September 2024 at the Hangzhou
Olympic Sports Expo Center in Hangzhou, China.
• Hangzhou Open 2024 is the 1st edition of the Hangzhou Open and a part of the ATP Tour
250 series of the 2024 ATP Tour.

7. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) won the gold medal in the 1st Asia Pacific
Padel Cup in Bali, Indonesia?
1) Philippines
2) Japan
3) Sri Lanka
4) India
5) Indonesia
Answer- 5) Indonesia
Explanation:
The Indian team bagged the bronze medal by defeating Malaysia in the first edition of the Asia
Pacific Padel Cup (APPC)2024 which was held at Amare Padel Club Umalas, Bali, Indonesia, from
September 19th to 22nd, 2024.
• India has claimed this spot in its first-ever tournament appearance and also the first-ever
padel competition between nations held in the Asia Pacific region.
• Indonesia won the gold medal followed by the Philippines winning the silver medal in the
tournament.
• Padel is a racquet sport with Mexican origin that is played in an enclosed court, like
squash, that is slightly smaller than a doubles tennis court in size.
• The racquets are of solid material but the balls similar to tennis balls are of a little less
pressure.
• Nations participated in the event – Hong Kong (China), India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the
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8. Which city will host the 2026 Commonwealth Games?

1) Glasgow, Scotland
2) Lausanne, Switzerland
3) Birmingham, England
4) Munich, Germany
5) Mumbai, India
Answer- 1) Glasgow, Scotland
Explanation:
Glasgow, the capital of Scotland, has been announced as the host city of the 2026 Commonwealth
Games, the 23rd edition of the Commonwealth Games (CWG) after the Australian state of Victoria
decided to withdraw from hosting the 2026 Commonwealth Games due to projected exceeding
expenditures.
• Glasgow is set to host the games for the 2nd time in 12 years. The city previously hosted the
event in 2014.

BOOKS AND AUTHORS

1. Who launched the book titled "Khaki Mein Sthitapragya-Ek IPS Adhikari ki Smiritiyan avam
Anubhav" authored by Anil Raturi former Director General of Police (DGP) Uttarakhand?
1) Ramesh Bais
2) Pushkar Singh Dhami
3) Piyush Goyal
4) Narendra Modi
5) Droupadi Murmu
Answer- 2) Pushkar Singh Dhami
Explanation:
Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand, launched a book titled “Khaki Mein
Sthitapragya-Ek IPS Adhikari ki Smiritiyan avam Anubhav” at the Institute of Research
Development & Training (IRDT) auditorium in Dehradun, Uttarakhand. The book, authored by Anil
Raturi, former Director General of Police (DGP), Uttarakhand, is published by Winsar Publishing Co.
• The title Sthitapragya refers to maintaining equanimity in both success and failure.
• The book aims to guide young officers on facing challenges with patience and resilience.

2. Who has recently (September’ 24) released the book titled 'Sri Rama in Tamilagam - An
Inseparable Bond' co-authored by Dr. D.K.Hari and Dr. D.K.Hema Hari ?
1) Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar
2) Muthuvel Karunanidhi Stalin
3) R.N. Ravi
4) Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik
5) C. P. Radhakrishnan
Answer- 3) R.N. Ravi
Explanation:
R.N. Ravi, Governor of Tamil Nadu (TN) released the book titled ‘Sri Rama in Tamilagam – An
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function organised at Bharathiar Mandapam, Raj Bhavan, Chennai, TN. The book is published by Rare
Publications.
• This book has been written by the authors in 3 languages, English, Hindi, and Tamil in
dedication to the newly built temple for Sri Rama at Sri Ram Janmabhoomi, Ayodhya, in Uttar
Pradesh (UP).

OBITUARY
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IMPORTANT DAYS

1. When was World Rivers Day 2024 observed across the globe?
1) 24th July 2024
2) 11th August 2024
3) 22nd September 2024
4) 19th June 2024
5) 14th March 2024
Answer- 3) 22nd September 2024
Explanation:
World Rivers Day (WRD) is annually observed across the globe on the 4th Sunday of September to
raise awareness about the importance of rivers, encourage the improved protection of all rivers
worldwide, and promote their conservation and sustainable management. WRD 2024 was observed
on 22nd September 2024.
• WRD is a celebration of the world’s waterways (streams, creeks, and rivers), highlighting
rivers’ vital role in providing freshwater, supporting ecosystems, and sustaining human
communities.
• The first WRD was observed in 2005 across multiple countries.
In India, river cleanups were organised by Save Jalangi at Krishnagar Biswarjan Ghat on the banks of
the Jalangi River, Krishnanagar, in the Nadia district of West Bengal (WB), and seminar & community
awareness programs were also organised in Ranaghat, WB. Click here to read more.

2. When was World Rhino Day annually observed across the globe?
1) August 10
2) July 29
3) June 17
4) May 5
5) September 22
Answer- 5) September 22
Explanation:
World Rhino Day is observed annually across the globe on 22 September to raise awareness about
the Rhinoceros or Rhino (Rhinocerotidae), one of the oldest groups of mammals, and the urgent need
for their conservation.

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• The day is observed to spread awareness for all 5 species of rhinos namely, the Black
rhino, and White rhinos in Africa, and the greater one-horned, Sumatran, and Javan rhinos
in Asia.
• World Rhino Day was first initiated by the Worldwide Fund for Nature (WWF) – South
Africa in 2010.
• In India, rhinos are primarily found in protected areas in Assam, West Bengal (WB), and
Uttar Pradesh (UP).
• According to the 2024 State of the Rhino Report published by the International Rhino
Foundation (IRF), currently, fewer than 28,000 rhinos remain worldwide across all 5
species. Click here to read more.

3. When was World Rose Day also known as the Day for the Welfare of Cancer Patients
annually observed across the globe to raise awareness about cancer?
1) June 8
2) July 28
3) September 22
4) August 1
5) May 26
Answer- 3) September 22
Explanation:
World Rose Day, also known as the Day for the Welfare of Cancer Patients, is annually observed
across the globe on 22nd September to raise awareness about cancer and to demonstrate solidarity
with cancer patients and their loved ones.
• The day aims to honour the strength and courage of those battling cancer, bringing
happiness, support, and hope to cancer patients and their caregivers.
• The origin of World Rose Day was credited to Melinda Rose Hathaway, a 12-year-old
Canadian girl diagnosed with Askin’s Tumor, a rare form of blood cancer in 1994.
• According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), Cancer causes 1 in 6 deaths globally,
with 20 million new cases and 9.7 million deaths in 2022. By 2050, the cancer burden is
expected to rise by 77%.
• According to the Indian Council of Medical Research-National Cancer Registry Programme
(ICMR-NCRP), the estimated cancer cases in India reached 1,496,972 in 2023, up from
1,461,427 in 2022. Click here to read more.

4. When was International Day of Sign Languages observed across the globe to support and
protect the linguistic identity?
1) August 13
2) July 7
3) June 6
4) May 15
5) September 23
Answer- 5) September 23

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Explanation:
The United Nations (UN’s) International Day of Sign Languages (IDSL) is annually observed across
the globe on 23 September to support and protect the linguistic identity and cultural diversity of all
deaf people and other sign language users worldwide.
• IDSL 2024 is celebrated as part of the International Week of Deaf People (IWDP) 2024
from 23 to 29 September 2024.
• The 2024 theme of IDSL is, “Sign up for Sign Language Rights”
• IDSL recognises the importance of sign languages in the realisation of human rights for deaf
people across the globe.
• The date 23 September commemorates the establishment of WFD in 1951.
• The first formal sign language was developed in France by Abbé Charles-Michel de L’Épée,
a French Catholic priest who established the first public school for the deaf in 1755 in Paris,
France.
• The colour blue has been used by the WFD since its founding in 1951, and the Blue Ribbon
has been used as a symbol of deaf communities’ work over the centuries for equality in
society and recognition of their national sign languages. Click here to read more.

5. When was World Car-Free Day annually observed across the globe to encourage motorists to
take a break from driving and explore alternatives like walking and cycling?
1) September 22
2) August 10
3) July 10
4) June 18
5) May 23
Answer- 1) September 22
Explanation:
World Car-Free Day is annually observed in cities across the globe on 22nd September to
encourage motorists to give up their cars for a day. The day also highlights the benefits of going car-
free such as reduced air pollution and promotes walking and cycling in a safer environment.
• The first national car-free campaign was inaugurated in Britain by the Environmental
Transport Association (ETA) in 1997.
• An international Car-Free Day was organised in Europe in 1999, which was the pilot project
for the European Union’s (EU) “In Town Without My Car” campaign.
• In 2000, Car Busters (the precursor to World Car-free Network (WCN)) called for a “World
Car-Free Day,” to coincide with Europe’s Car-free Day on September 22.
• The main goals of observing WCD are to reduce air pollution and carbon emissions; promote
alternative transportation methods; encourage physical activity; and foster community
engagement. Click here to read more.

6. When is National Service Scheme (NSS) Day observed every year in India to commemorate
the establishment of NSS in 1969?
1) August 29
2) July 27
3) August 4
4) September 24

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5) June 20
Answer- 4) September 24
Explanation:
The National Service Scheme (NSS) Day is annually observed across India on 24 September to
commemorate the establishment of NSS, a permanent youth Program under the Ministry of Youth
Affairs and Sports (MYAS).
• 24 September marks the foundation day of NSS in 1969. NSS was established to develop
the personality and character of young students through voluntary community service.
• NSS Day pays tribute to its founding and to recognise the significant role it has played in
shaping the youth of India.
• NSS was formally launched by the then Union Minister Dr. Vijayendra Kasturi Ranga
Varadaraja Rao, Ministry of Education (MoE) on 24 September 1969, in 37 Universities
covering all the states.
• The year 1969 commemorated the birth Centenary year of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father
of the Nation, who was born in 1869. Therefore, 24 September is celebrated every year as
NSS Day.
• The idea of the NSS was proposed by Major General Jagannath Rao Bhonsle.
• The Motto of NSS is “Not Me But You”, reflecting the essence of democratic living and
upholding the need for selfless service.
• The NSS symbol is inspired by the ‘Rath’ wheel of the Konark Sun Temple (The Black
Pagoda) in Odisha.

7. When is World Pharmacists Day annually observed across the globe?

1) June 25
2) July 26
3) August 3
4) September 25
5) May 26
Answer- 4) September 25
Explanation:
World Pharmacists Day (WPD) is annually observed across the globe on 25 September to recognise
and celebrate pharmacists’ crucial role as drug information specialists and accessible healthcare
providers, in building healthier communities worldwide.
• WPD also marks the anniversary of the inception of the International Pharmaceutical
Federation (FIP), the global body for pharmacy, pharmaceutical sciences, and
pharmaceutical education, and the World Health Organisation (WHO) partner.
• The theme of WPD 2024 is “Pharmacists: Meeting global health needs”.
• World Pharmacists Day was proposed in 2009 by the Turkish Pharmacists Association
(TPA) during the Council meeting at the FIP Congress in Istanbul, Türkiye.
• The first-ever WPD was observed on 25th September 2010.
• On 24 September 2024, on the eve of WPD 2024, a high-level symposium on the role of
pharmacists in healthcare delivery was jointly organised by the WHO Regional Office for
Europe and the FIP in Copenhagen, Denmark. Click here to read more.

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8. When is Antyodaya Diwas Day annually observed across India to commemorate the birth
anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya?
1) May 19
2) June 25
3) September 25
4) August 20
5) July 22
Answer- 3) September 25
Explanation:
Antyodaya Diwas Day is annually observed across India on 25 September to commemorate the
birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya, a prominent Indian political leader,
philosopher, and the former President of the political party Bharatiya Jan Sangh (BJS), the predecessor
party of the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP).
• 25 September 2024 marks the 108th birth anniversary of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.
• The day emphasises Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya’s concept of “Antyodaya”, meaning the
rise and development of the last person in society.
• Antyodaya Diwas Day was declared a national observance to commemorate and recognise
the efforts and contributions of Pandit Deendayal Upadhyaya.
• The 1st Antyodaya Diwas Day was observed on 25 September 2014.
• During the 1st Antyodaya Diwas Day, the Ministry of Rural Development (MoRD), re-
established Aajeevika Skills, a skill development initiative as Deen Dayal Upadhyaya –
Grameen Kaushalya Yojana (DDU-GKY), part of the National Rural Livelihood Mission
(NRLM). Click here to read more.

9. When is World Maritime Day annually observed across the globe?

1) June 5
2) September 20
3) September 26
4) August 30
5) June 8
Answer- 3) September 26
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN)’s World Maritime Day (WMD) is annually observed across the globe on the
last Thursday of September to celebrate the importance of maritime activities and to recognise the
contribution of the maritime industry towards global development.
World Maritime Day 2024 was observed on 26th September 2024.
• The annual observance of WMD is led by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a
UN-specialised agency which ensures the safety, security, and environmental performance of
international shipping.
• The theme of World Maritime Day 2024 is “Navigating the future: safety first!”.
• The World Maritime Day was first celebrated on 17th March 1978, to mark the date of the
IMO Convention’s entry into force in 1958.
• The 2nd World Meteorological Organization (WMO)-IMO Symposium on Extreme
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possible solutions to reduce the risks created by extreme maritime weather events. Click here
to read more.

ENVIRONMENT
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APP and WEB PORTAL

1. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched the official website for
‘Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav’ in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
2) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
3) Ministry of Women and Child Development
4) Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
5) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Answer- 4) Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region
Explanation:
The Union Minister Jyotiradtiya Madhavrao Scindia, Ministry of Development of North Eastern
Region (MoDoNER) has launched the official website for ‘Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav’ at Sanchar
Bhawan in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The website will serve as a one-stop platform, where users will get all the updates about event,
schedules and participation details.
• Ashtalakshmi Mahotsav is scheduled to be held from 6th to 8th December 2024 at Bharat
Mandapam, Pragati Maidan in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The festival is a perfect blend of fashions, culture, and business, which has drawn inspiration
from 8 North-East (NE) – Arunachal Pradesh (AR), Assam, Manipur, Meghalaya, Mizoram,
Nagaland, Sikkim, and Tripura.
• All these 8 states are collectively known as the “Ashtalakshmi”, representing 8 forms of
prosperity.

2. Which ministry recently (in September ‘24) launched ‘Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam’ mobile
application which allows users to plant a tree in honour of their mothers, at the National Media
Centre (NMC) in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Ministry of Communications
2) Ministry of Science and Technology
3) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare
4) Ministry of Environment, Forest, and Climate Change
5) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Answer- 1) Ministry of Communications
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Ministry of Communications
(MoC), and Ministry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER) launched the ‘Ek Ped Maa
Ke Naam’ mobile application (app) at the National Media Centre (NMC) in New Delhi(Delhi).

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• This user-friendly app is a unique platform that allows users to plant a tree in honour of
their mothers, contributing to environmental sustainability and a greener planet.
• The Government of India (GoI) launched Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam, a nationwide tree-
plantation campaign on 5 June 2024 to commemorate World Environment Day (WED).
• The campaign was launched to tackle global warming by promoting large-scale tree
planting, to protect the environment and nature.

CURRENT STATIC BANKING

1. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) celebrated its 90th Foundation Day with
Pioneering Initiatives and a Vision for the Future?
1) ICICI Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) Karnataka bank
4) Bank of Maharashtra
5) Punjab National Bank
Answer- 4) Bank of Maharashtra
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, Bank of Maharashtra marked a significant milestone as it celebrated its
90th Foundation Day, an event that was both a tribute to its illustrious past and a glimpse into its
future endeavors.
• To commemorate the event in a befitting manner, at the core of the celebration were new
initiatives, both in business and corporate social responsibility, highlighting the bank's
continuous efforts to support MSMEs, promote financial inclusion, and contribute to
environmental sustainability.

2. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) introduced the industry-first biometric
authentication solution for card payments ‘Flash Pay’?
1) PayPal
2) Paytm
3) PhonePe
4) GooglePay
5) PayU
Answer- 5) PayU
Explanation:
PayU, one of India's leading digital financial services providers, has introduced an industry-first
biometric authentication solution for card payments - Flash Pay. It was unveiled at the prestigious
Global Fintech Festival (GFF) 2024 in partnership with South Indian Bank.
• Flash Pay leverages advanced device-based biometric technology, such as fingerprint or facial
recognition, to authenticate payments swiftly and securely. With transactions completed in
under 10 seconds, customers no longer need to rely on traditional OTP-based authentication.
• Designed to simplify the payment experience, increase transaction success rates, and
significantly enhance security.

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3. Who has recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Whole Time Executive Director of the
Tuticorin-based Tamilnad Mercantile Bank by RBI?
1) Vincent Menachery Devassy
2) Nidhu Saxena
3) Rajneesh Karnatak
4) Baldev Prakash
5) Sashidhar Jagdishan
Answer- 1) Vincent Menachery Devassy
Explanation:
On 20th September 2024, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approved the appointment of Vincent
Menachery Devassy as its Whole Time Executive Director of the Tuticorin-based Tamilnad
Mercantile Bank Ltd.
• The appointment would be for a period of three years, from the date of assuming charge, and
subject to the approval of shareholders, Tamilnad Mercantile Bank.

4. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) planned to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore through
infrastructure bonds?
1) Axis Bank
2) ICICI Bank
3) Punjab and Sind Bank
4) Federal Bank
5) HDFC Bank
Answer- 3) Punjab and Sind Bank
Explanation:
Punjab and Sind Bank, a public sector lender, plans to raise up to Rs 3,000 crore through
infrastructure bonds as a cost-effective way to address tough competition for deposits.
• The bonds will be issued in tranches. In the first instance, the bank intends to raise up to Rs
3,000 crore depending on market conditions.
• The bank is in the process of appointing merchant bankers for the proposed QIP. However, the
time for equity share offering is not indicated.

5. Which financial group has recently (in September ‘24) became the 3rd largest financial
group in India by market capitalisation (mcap)?
1) HDFC Group
2) Bajaj Group
3) ICICI Group
4) SBI Group
5) Tata Group
Answer- 2) Bajaj Groups
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, Bajaj Group has emerged as the third-largest financial group in India by
market capitalisation (mcap) behind the HDFC and ICICI groups but ahead of the SBI group.
• Bajaj Group is now challenging this dominance due to the high profitability and mcap of its
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• The four listed financial companies in the group - Bajaj Holdings, Bajaj Finserv, Bajaj Finance,
and Bajaj Housing Finance - had a combined mcap of Rs 10.36 trillion.
• HDFC Group tops the league with a combined mcap of Rs 15.75 trillion, followed by the ICICI
group at Rs 11.95 trillion.

6. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the Managing Director and Chief
Executive Officer (MD & CEO) of Axis Finance Limited (AFL)?
1) Pralay Mondal
2) Sai Giridhar
3) Sandeep Bakhshi
4) Atul Kumar Goel
5) Amitabh Chaudhry
Answer- 2) Sai Giridhar
Explanation:
Axis Finance Limited (AFL), an Indian non-banking financial company (NBFC), has appointed Sai
Giridhar as its Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) ‘designate’, subject to
regulatory approvals.
• Giridhar will take over from Bipin Saraf, present MD & CEO of Axis Finance, who started his
career with Axis Bank in 2003 and was entrusted to lead the Axis Finance team in 2013. He will
be moving back to Axis Bank to lead Bharat Banking.
• Giridhar comes with 28 years of experience in the banking domain and has handled leadership
roles across various leading private sector banks. He brings a wealth of experience to his new
role as the MD & CEO of Axis Finance.

7. When was the Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI) established?
1) 1926
2) 1938
3) 1946
4) 1966
5) 1979
Answer- 5) 1979
Explanation:
About Asian Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (ASOSAI):
ASOSAI was founded in 1979 in New Delhi with 11 members. It is a regional group under the
International Organization of Supreme Audit Institutions (INTOSAI).
Members – 48 Supreme Audit Institutions (SAIs)
Secretariat– Beijing, China

8. When was Bank of Baroda (BoB) established?

1) 1908
2) 1919
3) 1924
4) 1935
5) 1942
Answer- 1) 1908

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Explanation:
About Bank of Baroda (BoB):
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Debadatta Chand
Headquarters– Vadodara, Gujarat
Tagline– India’s International Bank
Established– 1908

9. Name the mobile payment app that was recently (in September ‘24) launched e-RUPI
vouchers to enable artisans benefit under the PM Vishwakarma Scheme.
1) Google Pay
2) PhonePe
3) Paytm
4) BHIM
5) Amazon Pay
Answer- 4) BHIM
Explanation:
NPCI BHIM Services Ltd (NBSL), a subsidiary of the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI),
announced it will provide e-RUPI vouchers via the BHIM App to support artisans under the PM
Vishwakarma Scheme.
• Introduced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, this initiative aims to empower traditional
artisans and craftspeople across India by enhancing their skills, providing access to modern
tools, and helping them scale their services for improved livelihoods.
• Under this initiative, registered artisans can access e-RUPI vouchers exclusively through the
BHIM App.
• This scheme will support a wide range of artisans, including carpenters, blacksmiths, boat
makers, goldsmiths, locksmiths, sculptors, potters, cobblers, basket weavers, doll and toy
makers, barbers, tailors, and more across India.

10. What is the Tagline of State Bank of India (SBI)?

1) Your Perfect Banking Partner
2) Pure Banking Nothing Else
3) India’s International Bank
4) Always You First
5) Relationship Beyond Banking
Answer- 2) Pure Banking Nothing Else
Explanation:
About State Bank of India (SBI):
Chairman– Challa Sreenivasulu Setty
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra
Tagline– Pure Banking Nothing Else
Established– 1955

11. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of Asian Development Bank (ADB)?
1) Prakash Chandra
2) Masatsugu Asakawa

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3) Jin Liqun
4) Ajay Banga
5) Tadashi Maeda
Answer- 2) Masatsugu Asakawa
Explanation:
About Asian Development Bank
President– Masatsugu Asakawa
Headquarters– Mandaluyong City, Metro Manila, Philippines
Establishment – 1966
Members– 68 members (49 from Asian and the Pacific and 19 outside)

12. Which bank has recently (in September ‘24) raised Tier II bonds of Rs 2,500 crore at 7.49%
per annum through NSE Electronic Bidding Provider Platform?
1) HDFC Bank
2) ICICI Bank
3) Bank of India
4) Kotak Mahindra Bank
5) Bank of Baroda
Answer- 3) Bank of India
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, State-owned Bank of India raised Basel III compliant Tier II bonds of Rs
2,500 crore at 7.49% per annum through NSE Electronic Bidding Provider Platform.
• Bank received a total of 76 bids for this issuance amounting to Rs. 6,046 crore, out of which, 42
bidders were allotted the bonds amounting to Rs. 2,500 crore.
• The coupon rate for the tier – II bond offering of Bank of India was well below the rate at which
the state-owned bank raised funds through the same instruments, where the cut off was
7.88%.

13. Which authority has recently (in September ‘24) approved the merger of IDFC Financial
Holdings Company Limited with IDFC Limited, which will subsequently merge into IDFC First
Bank?
1) Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
2) Competition Commission of India
3) National Company Law Appellate Tribunal
4) National Company Law Tribunal
5) Securities and Exchange Board of India
Answer- 4) National Company Law Tribunal
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) gave its approval for the
merger of IDFC Financial Holdings Company Limited with IDFC Limited and their merger into IDFC
First Bank from 1st October 2024.
• The company is in the process of applying for availing certified true copy of the NCLT order
and completion of requisite statutory/ regulatory formalities in order to make the scheme
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• In December 2023, the RBI had approved the reverse merger of IDFC Ltd with its banking
subsidiary.

14. When was SBI General Insurance Company Limited established?

1) 2002
2) 2005
3) 2009
4) 2012
5) 2014
Answer- 3) 2009
Explanation:
About SBI General Insurance Company Limited:
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Naveen Chandra Jha
Headquarters – Mumbai, Maharashtra
Founded – 2009

15. Where is the headquarters of City Union Bank Limited (CUB) situated?
1) Mumbai, Maharashtra
2) Thrissur, Kerala
3) Kolkata, West Bengal
4) Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
5) Bengaluru, Karnataka
Answer- 4) Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu
Explanation:
About City Union Bank Limited (CUB):
It was initially incorporated as ‘The Kumbakonam Bank Limited’ in 1904 and was later renamed as
‘City Union Bank Limited’ in December 1987.
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Dr. N. Kamakodi
Headquarters- Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu (TN)
Tagline- Trust and Excellence Since 1904

16. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer
(CEO) of Axis Bank Limited?
1) Debadatta Chand
2) Amitabh Chaudhry
3) Pralay Mondal
4) Shyam Srinivasan
5) Chandra Shekhar Ghosh
Answer- 2) Amitabh Chaudhry
Explanation:
About Axis Bank Limited:
Managing Director (MD) & Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Amitabh Chaudhry
Founded- 3 December 1993
Headquarters- Mumbai, Maharashtra

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CA STATIC GK

1. Name the scheme that was recently (in September ‘24) launched to eradicate poverty
and transform lives through the largest direct benefit transfer process in Assam.
1) Subhadra
2) Njiut Moina
3) Shramik Basera
4) Pragyan Bharati
5) Orunodoi 3.0
Answer- 5) Orunodoi 3.0
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, the Assam government unveiled the third edition of its flagship poverty
alleviation scheme, 'Orunodoi 3.0', significantly expanding its reach to cover 37.2 lakh beneficiaries
through direct cash transfers.
• The aim is to eradicate poverty and promote socio-economic inclusion of the state’s financially
vulnerable families through sustained financial assistance, ensuring a minimum monthly cash
flow for the underprivileged.
• With a budget of ₹5,604 crores, 'Orunodoi 3.0' adds over 12.5 lakh new beneficiaries compared
to the previous edition, making it the largest state-run Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) initiative
in Assam's history.

2.Times Travel has recently (in September’ 24) released a list of Asia’s top ten most photogenic
UNESCO World Heritage Sites (WHS).
Which of the following topped the list?
1) Taj Mahal, India
2) Great Wall, China
3) Halong Bay, Vietnam
4) Angkor Wat, Cambodia
5) Petra, Jordan
Answer- 4) Angkor Wat, Cambodia
Explanation:
On 15th September 2024, Angkor Wat was named the most photogenic United Nations Educational,
Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) World Heritage site in Asia by Times Travel.
• Angkor Wat is ranked first in the list. Other World Heritage Sites on the list include the Taj
Mahal in India, Great Wall of China, plantations in Myanmar, Borobudur in Indonesia, Halong
Bay in Viet Nam, Kyoto Monuments in Japan, Petra in Jordan, Rice Terrace in the Cordilleras
Philippines and Hampi in India.

3. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) launched India's first comprehensive
cancer multi-omics data portal?
1) Tata Memorial Centre
2) Indian Council of Medical Research
3) Indian Cancer Genome Atlas
4) Centre for Scientific and Industrial Research
5) National Cancer Grid

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Answer- 3) Indian Cancer Genome Atlas

Explanation:
The Indian Cancer Genome Atlas (ICGA) has launched India's first comprehensive cancer multi-
omics data portal. This pioneering platform provides open access to clinically correlated data from
Indian cancer patients, aimed at transforming cancer research and treatment for Indian populations.
• This portal will be the first in India to offer data that includes DNA, RNA, and protein profiles
of breast cancer patients, integrated with clinical outcomes.
• Currently, the platform consists of data from 50 breast cancer patients, with plans to expand to
over 500 patients in the coming year.
• This data is freely accessible to the global research community under India's PRIDE
(Promotion of Research and Innovation through Data Exchange) guidelines, which promote
ethical sharing and collaboration in cancer research.

4. The Munich government announced that a street near the Allianz Arena stadium of Bayern
Munich will be renamed in honor of ___________ who passed away in January 2024.
1) Joshua Wilkinson
2) Gerd Müller
3) Raphael Dwamena
4) Bob Benson
5) Franz Beckenbauer
Answer- 5) Franz Beckenbauer
Explanation:
On 19th September 2024, the Munich government announced a street next to Bayern Munich’s Allianz
Arena stadium will be renamed to honour German football great Franz Beckenbauer who died in
January 2024.
• The change of name will take effect from January 7, 2025, the first anniversary of his death.

5. Which company laid the foundation stone for India’s first CO2-to-methanol pilot plant in
Pune, Maharashtra?
1) Siemens Limited
2) Thermax Limited
3) Triveni Turbine Limited
4) ABB India Limited
5) Honeywell Automation India Ltd
Answer- 2) Thermax Limited
Explanation:
The foundation stone for India’s first of its kind CO2-to-Methanol pilot plant with an overall capacity
of 1.4 Tons Per Day (TPD) was unveiled virtually by Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of
Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, at Thermax Limited premises in Pune,
Maharashtra.
• It aims to demonstrate CO2 capture and utilization (CCU) technologies, playing a crucial role in
India’s journey towards achieving net-zero carbon emissions.
• This pioneering project, supported by DST, Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of
India is to be implemented in collaboration with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi

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and Thermax Limited, Pune, under Public-Private Partnership (PPP) mode, with an overall cost
of approx. Rs. 31 crores.

6. Which country has recently (in September ‘24) launched the world’s first AI-powered Trade
Licence service?
1) India
2) United Arab Emirates
3) China
4) Singapore
5) United States of America
Answer- 2) United Arab Emirates
Explanation:
The Sharjah Investment Forum (SIF) 2024 held in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates (UAE) from 18 to
19th September 2024, unveiled the world’s first AI-powered Trade Licence service, which is said to
issue Trade Licence in under 5 minutes
• This technology was developed in collaboration with the Sharjah FDI Office, Microsoft, and
Sharjah Publishing City. This innovative service will improve business establishment speed and
flexibility.

7. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) President of Federation of Indian Chambers of
Commerce and Industry (FICCI)?
1) Dr. Rajeev Singh
2) Dr. Anish Shah
3) Vas Shenoy
4) Ameya Prabhu
5) Uday Shankar
Answer-2) Dr. Anish Shah
Explanation:
About the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI):
President– Dr Anish Shah
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 1927

8. When was the World Health Organisation (WHO) established?

1) 1927
2) 1936
3) 1948
4) 1953
5) 1966
Answer- 3) 1948
Explanation:
About the World Health Organisation (WHO):
Director General (DG)- Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus
Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
Established– 1948

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9. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Prime Minister of Italy?

1) Michel Barnier
2) Borjana Krišto
3) Mark Phillips
4) Giorgia Meloni
5) Angela Merkel
Answer- 4) Giorgia Meloni
Explanation:
About Italy:
Prime Minister– Giorgia Meloni
Capital– Rome
Currency– Euro

10. Where is Thyagaraj Sports Complex situated?

1) Mumbai
2) Delhi
3) Kolkata
4) Chennai
5) Puducherry
Answer- 2) Delhi
Explanation:
About the Union Territory (UT) of Delhi:
Chief Minister (CM)- Atishi
Governor– Vinai Kumar Saxena
Capital– New Delhi
Festivals– Mango Festival, and Qutub Festival
Stadiums– Thyagaraj Sports Complex (Indoor), and Talkatora Indoor Stadium

11. When was the Indian Air Force (IAF) established?

1) 1895
2) 1914
3) 1932
4) 1946
5) 1950
Answer- 3) 1932
Explanation:
About Indian Air Force (IAF):
Chief of the Air Staff (CAS)– Air Chief Marshal Amar Preet Singh (From September 30)
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 1932

12. In which year the first Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars were presented?
1) 1919
2) 1925
3) 1929

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4) 1932
5) 1935
Answer- 3) 1929
Explanation:
The first Academy Awards, also known as the Oscars, were presented on May 16, 1929. The
Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) presents the awards annually to recognize
achievements in the film industry. The awards are named after the gold-plated statuette that winners
receive, which is commonly called Oscar.
• The Academy didn't officially adopt the nickname "Oscar" until 1939, but it was widely known
by 1934. A popular story about the origin of the nickname is that Academy librarian Margaret
Herrick remarked that the statuette resembled her Uncle Oscar.

13. Name the exercise that was recently (in September ‘24) organised by the National Disaster
Management Authority (NDMA) and the Southern Command of the Indian Army in Chennai.
1) Mitra Shakti
2) Udara Shakti
3) RIMPAC
4) MAITREE
5) AIKYA
Answer- 5) AIKYA
Explanation:
On 18th September 2024, the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA), in collaboration with
the Southern Command of the Indian Army organised a two-day national symposium, ‘Exercise
AIKYA’, on disaster management in Chennai.
• The primary aim of the exercise is to enhance disaster preparedness and foster robust
collaboration among key stakeholders.
• The exercise will feature simulations, technology discussions and expert insights into various
roles of disaster management.

14. Indian Coast Guard (ICG) participated in the 20th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies
Meeting (HACGAM) from September 3rd to 4th 2024 held in ___________.
1) Sri Lanka
2) South Korea
3) China
4) Malaysia
5) Indonesia
Answer- 2) South Korea
Explanation:
Indian Coast Guard (ICG) participated in the 20th Heads of Asian Coast Guard Agencies Meeting
(HACGAM) from September 3rd to 4th 2024 at Incheon, South Korea.
• During the meeting, various issues of significance, such as maritime law enforcement, safety
and security of life at sea, marine environment protection, illicit trafficking of drugs, weapons &
humans and future cooperation were discussed.
• On the sidelines of the HACGAM, the 12th annual bilateral meeting between ICG and the Korea
Coast Guard was also held on September 04, 2024.

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15. Name the scheme that was recently (in September ‘24) notified by the Central Board of
Direct Taxes (CBDT) to resolve pending appeals.
1) Tax-Saver Fixed Deposit
2) Kisan Vikas Patra
3) Atal Pension Yojana
4) Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas
5) Public Provident Fund
Answer- 4) Direct Tax Vivad Se Vishwas
Explanation:
The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) has notified the Direct Tax Vivaad se Vishwas (DTVSV)
Scheme 2024 to resolve pending appeals in the case of income tax disputes. The scheme will come
into force on the 1st October 2024.
• The DTVSV scheme provides lesser settlement amounts for taxpayers who file declarations on
or before 31st December this year. It also provides for lesser settlement amounts for a new
appellant in comparison to an old appellant.

16. Which of the following schemes comes under the Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao campaign?
1) Ladli Lakshmi Yojana
2) Pradhan Mantri Awaas Yojana
3) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
4) Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana
5) Pradhan Mantri Shiksha Loan Scheme
Answer- 3) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
Explanation:
Under the 'Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana' launched by Hon’ble Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi
under 'Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao', while many accounts of daughters up to age of 10 years have been
opened in post offices, in many villages, accounts of all eligible daughters have been opened and
declare them as complete Sukanya Samriddhi Gram.
• 4.50 lakh accounts of Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana have been opened in the post offices of North
Gujarat region, while 15.22 lakh accounts have been opened in the Gujarat circle.

17. Who has recently (in September ‘24) became the first Indian male wrestler to win an MMA
(Mixed Martial Arts) fight at the Gama International Fighting Championship?
1) Sushil Kumar
2) Bajrang Punia
3) Aman Sehrawat
4) Sunder Shiam
5) Sangram Singh
Answer- 5) Sangram Singh
Explanation:
Indian wrestler Sangram Singh became the first Indian male wrestler to win an MMA (Mixed Martial
Arts) fight at the Gama International Fighting Championship Tbilisi in Georgia.
• He won in a 90-second match against the Pakistani opponent Ali Raza Nasir.
• Sangram also registered the fastest win ever by an Indian fighter in the 93 kg division in the
championship.

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18. Who has recently (in September ‘24) won the gold medal in the 1st Khelo India Women’s
Taekwondo League in Vadodara, Gujarat?
1) Nazira Banoo
2) Aruna Tanwar
3) Latika Bhandari
4) Kashish Malik
5) Kiran Uniyal
Answer- 1) Nazira Banoo
Explanation:
Nazira Banoo won a gold medal in the individual Poomsae under-30 category at the 1st Khelo India
Women’s Taekwondo League Phase 1 held in Vadodara, Gujarat. The tournament was organised by
the Taekwondo Federation of India in collaboration with Khelo India.
• Nazira’s gold-medal performance earned her a spot in the upcoming Khelo India Women’s
League Nationals Phase-III, scheduled to take place in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• The president of the Ladakh Taekwondo Association, Gulzar Hussain Munshi, congratulated
Nazira for her outstanding performance, expressing pride in her accomplishment on the
national stage.

19. Under which committee/ministry the Central Government notified the appointment of
Chief Justices to eight High Courts to fill key judicial positions in various states?
1) Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs
2) Cabinet Committee on Parliamentary Affairs
3) Appointments Committee of the Cabinet
4) Ministry of Law and Justice
5) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Answer- 4) Ministry of Law and Justice
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, the Central Government, through the Ministry of Law and Justice,
notified the appointment of Chief Justices to eight High Courts to fill key judicial positions and ensure
the smooth functioning of the judicial system in various states.
• Justice Manmohan, who is currently serving as the Acting Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court,
has been appointed as the regular Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court.
• Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji, a sitting judge of the Calcutta High Court, has been appointed
as the Chief Justice of the Meghalaya High Court.
• Justice Rajiv Shakdher, a sitting judge of the Delhi High Court, has been appointed as the Chief
Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Justice Suresh Kait, also from the Delhi High
Court, has been appointed as the Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court.
• Justice Nitin Madhukar Jamdar from the Bombay High Court has been appointed as the Chief
Justice of the Kerala High Court.
• Justice Tashi Rabstan, currently the Acting Chief Justice of the Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
High Court, has been appointed as the regular Chief Justice of the same court.
• Justice Shriram Kalpathi Rajendran from the Bombay High Court has been appointed as the
Chief Justice of the Madras High Court.
• Justice M.S. Ramachandra Rao, the current Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court,
has been transferred and appointed as the Chief Justice of the Jharkhand High Court.

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20. The G-20 Ministerial Meeting 2024 was held in_______.

1) Argentina
2) Brazil
3) Canada
4) Germany
5) Saudi Arabia
Answer- 2) Brazil
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, Union Minister of Tourism and Culture, Shri Gajendra Singh Shekhawat
delivered his country statement at the G-20 Ministerial Meeting held in Belem, Brazil.
• He highlights the significance of tourism in driving economic development, fostering social
inclusion and promoting environmental sustainability for the benefit of people, planet and
prosperity.
• Received support for data driven decision making for strengthening the Dashboard developed
during India’s G20 stewardship for aggregating best practices, importance of skilling of human
capital for global service delivery, supporting MSMEs for generating local employment as well
as for effective Destination Management.

21. When was the 127th anniversary of the 'Battle of Saragarhi’ observed?
1) September 12
2) August 15
3) July 17
4) June 19
5) May 14
Answer- 1) September 12
Explanation:
The 127th anniversary of the Battle of Saragarhi was observed on 12th September 2024. It is one of
the greatest final defences in world military history.
• On 12th September 1897, 21 soldiers of 36th Sikhs (now 4 Sikh) regiment, fought against over
8,000 Afridi and Orakzai tribal militants in the North West Frontier Province (NWFP), now in
Pakistan.
• The soldiers led by Havildar Ishar Singh, fought till their last breath, killing 200 militants and
injuring 600.
• Saragarhi was the communication tower between Fort Lockhart and Fort Gulistan, the two
forts in the NWFP. It was built by Maharaja Ranjit Singh but renamed by the British.

22. When was the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) established?
1) 2002
2) 2004
3) 2005
4) 2008
5) 2010
Answer- 4) 2008

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Explanation:
About Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI):
Chairperson- Apurva Chandra
Headquarters- New Delhi, Delhi
Established- 2008

23. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Director General of the Indian Computer
Emergency Response Team (CERT-In)?
1) E. Magesh
2) Rajesh Gera
3) Dr Rajkumar Upadhyay
4) Surendra Nath Tripathi
5) Dr. Sanjay Bahl
Answer- 5) Dr. Sanjay Bahl
Explanation:
About Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In):
CERT-In, under the MeitY, has been designated to serve as National agency for incident response
under Section 70B of the Information Technology Act, 2000.
Director General– Dr. Sanjay Bahl
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi

24. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of S&P Global
Ratings?
1) Douglas L. Peterson
2) Ben Backwell
3) Debanjana Choudhuri
4) Richard Scholtz
5) Steven Tebbe
Answer- 1) Douglas L. Peterson
Explanation:
About S&P Global Ratings:
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Douglas L. Peterson.
Founded – 1860
Headquarters – New York, the United States of America (USA)

25. Where is the headquarters of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA)
located?
1) New Delhi, Delhi
2) Hyderabad, Telangana
3) Gurugram, Haryana
4) Ahmedabad, Gujarat
5) Bengaluru, Karnataka
Answer- 2) Hyderabad, Telangana

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Explanation:
About Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA):
It was established as Central Police Training College in Mount Abu (Rajasthan) in 1948. This
institution was renamed as National Police Academy (NPA) in 1967 and was named Sardar
Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA) in 1974.
Director– Amit Garg
Headquarters– Hyderabad, Telangana

26. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Director of the International Space Station (ISS)?
1) Jayant Patil
2) Pascale Ehrenfreund
3) Aarti Holla-Maini
4) Robyn Gatens
5) Sreedhara Panicker Somanath
Answer- 4) Robyn Gatens
Explanation:
About International Space Station (ISS):
ISS, the largest space station ever built, was placed in LEO. It is maintained by international space
agencies of: NASA of the United States of America (USA); Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)
of Japan, Roscosmos of Russia, European Space Agency (ESA) of European Union (EU); and Canadian
Space Agency (CSA), Canada.
Director- Robyn Gatens
Launched- 1998

27. In which railway station, the first Jan Aushadi medical store under Pradhan Mantri Bharti
Jan Aushadi Kendra for passengers has been set up in September 2024?
1) Samba railway station
2) Kakapor railway station
3) Nowgam railway station
4) Bajalta railway station
5) Howrah railway station
Answer- 3) Nowgam railway station
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, the government of Jammu and Kashmir inaugurated its first Jan Aushadi
medical store under the Pradhan Mantri Bharti Jan Aushadi Kendra for passengers at Nowgam
railway station, Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir.
• The Jan Aushadi medical stores were started by the government authorities around the
country to serve poor people and provide them with medicines at generic rates.
• With an objective of making quality generic medicines available at affordable prices to all,
Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) was launched by the Department of
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28. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) signed a Memorandum of Agreements
(MoAs) with multiple sponsors to advance first-in-human clinical trials for four promising
molecules?
1) National Medical Commission
2) University Grants Commission
3) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
4) Indian Council of Medical Research
5) Indian Council for Cultural Relations
Answer- 4) Indian Council of Medical Research
Explanation:
On 14th September 2024, the Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) signed a Memorandum of
Agreements (MoAs) with multiple sponsors for first-in-human clinical trials (Phase I) for four
promising molecules, marking a significant move to reinforce research in the country.
• These include collaborative research over a small molecule for multiple myeloma with
Aurigene Oncology Limited, partnering for Zika vaccine development with Indian
Immunologicals Limited, coordinating seasonal Influenza virus vaccine trial with Mynvax
Private Limited, and CAR-T cell therapy advancement study for a new indication of chronic
lymphocytic leukemia with ImmunoACT.
• This initiative is a crucial step towards establishing India as a leader in the clinical
development of pharmaceutical agents.

29. Who has recently (in September ‘24) received the Guinness World Records certificate as
the most prolific film star in the Indian film industry?
1) Shah Rukh Khan
2) Rajinikanth
3) Mammooty
4) Chiranjeevi Konidela
5) Aamir Khan
Answer- 4) Chiranjeevi Konidela
Explanation:
On 22nd September 2024, Telugu actor Chiranjeevi Konidela was honoured with the award of the
most prolific film star in the Indian film industry – actor/dancer by the Guinness World Records at
an event in Hyderabad.
• Aamir Khan and a member of the Guinness Records team handed over the award to
Chiranjeevi on September 22, which incidentally marks the day he made his debut in cinema in
1978.
• He created the record for his dance performances with more than 537 songs and 24,000 dance
moves in 156 films over the period of 45 years. This has not been achieved by any actor across
the globe.

30. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) elected as the president of the National Rifle
Association of India (NRAI)?
1) VK Dhall
2) Naveen Jindal
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4) Shashi Kumar Singh

5) Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo
Answer- 5) Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo was elected as the President of the National
Rifle Association of India (NRAI) after he beat his rival VK Dhall 36-21 in the polls held at the
Constitution Club of India.
• Kalikesh, a former Odisha MP, was in charge of the NRAI's day-to-day operations after the
position became vacant in 2023 due to the resignation of Raninder Singh under the
government's National Sports Code (NSC).
• He will be the president till 2025, when the next NRAI general body is scheduled.

31. Name the naval exercise that was recently (in September ‘24) hosted by the Portuguese
Navy in collaboration with North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in Troia Peninsula,
Portugal.
1) KAKADU
2) REPMUS
3) JIMEX-24
4) RIMPAC
5) SIMBEX
Answer- 2) REPMUS
Explanation:
The REPMUS (Robotic Experimentation and Prototyping using Maritime Unmanned Systems)
exercise is a naval event hosted by the Portuguese Navy in collaboration with NATO and multiple
international partners.
• This exercise focuses on testing and advancing maritime unmanned systems (UxS)
technologies, including aerial, surface, and underwater vehicles, in complex real-world
scenarios.
• REPMUS 2024 will continue testing NATO’s ASW Barrier concept, a project aimed at deploying
a network of autonomous vehicles to detect and track submarine activity.

32. Where was the Indo-Pacific Economic Forum (IPEF) Supply Chain Council and Crisis
Response Network meeting held?
1) Tokyo, Japan
2) Sydney, Australia
3) Washington, DC, USA
4) Geneva, Switzerland
5) Bangkok, Thailand
Answer- 3) Washington, DC, USA
Explanation:
On 12th September 2024, India attended the first in-Person meeting of the Supply Chain Council of
the Indo-Pacific Economic Forum (IPEF) for Prosperity held in Washington, DC, USA followed by the
Crisis Response Network meeting on 13th September 2024.

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• The major achievements were the establishment of three Action Plan Teams pertaining to
three sectors namely Semiconductor; Critical Minerals with a focus on batteries; and Chemicals
to facilitate supply chain resilience.

33. Where is the headquarters of Moody’s Ratings situated?

1) Paris, France
2) Geneva, Switzerland
3) New York, USA
4) London, United Kingdom
5) Vienna, Austria
Answer- 3) New York, USA
Explanation:
About Moody’s Ratings:
President- Stephen Tulenko
Headquarters- New York, the United States of America (USA)
Established- 2007

34. Where is Bison National Park situated?

1) Nagaland
2) Mizoram
3) Meghalaya
4) Tripura
5) Assam
Answer- 4) Tripura
Explanation:
About Tripura:
Chief Minister (CM)- Manik Saha
Governor– Indrasena Reddy Nallu
Capital– Agartala
National Parks– Clouded Leopard National Park, and Bison National Park
Wildlife Sanctuaries– Sepahijala Wildlife Sanctuary, and Trishna Wildlife Sanctuary

35. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD) of
National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO)?
1) Ravi Agrawal
2) Sridhar Patra
3) Tanmay Kumar
4) Parminder Chopra
5) Sandeep Kumar Gupta
Answer- 2) Sridhar Patra
Explanation:
About the National Aluminium Company Limited (NALCO):
NALCO was incorporated under the Companies Act of 1956 and is one of the largest integrated
Bauxite-Alumina-Aluminium complexes in Asia.
Chairman-cum-Managing Director (CMD)- Sridhar Patra

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Headquarters– Bhubaneswar, Odisha

Established– 1981

36. Where is the headquarters of the International Chess Federation (FIDE – Fédération
Internationale des Échecs) situated?
1) Lausanne, Switzerland
2) Bonn, Germany
3) Montreal, Canada
4) Strasbourg, France
5) New York, USA
Answer- 1) Lausanne, Switzerland
Explanation:
About International Chess Federation (FIDE – Fédération Internationale des Échecs):
President– Arkady Dvorkovich
Headquarters– Lausanne, Switzerland
Founded– 1924

37. The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has recently (in September ‘24) cancelled the
_____________ licence of the International Cooperative Alliance (ICA) for alleged rule violations.
1) Foreign Exchange Management Act
2) Foreign Contribution Regulation Act
3) Prevention of Money Laundering Act
4) Income Tax Act
5) Prevention of Corruption Act
Answer- 2) Foreign Contribution Regulation Act
Explanation:
The Union home ministry has cancelled the Foreign Contribution Registration Act (FCRA) licence of
the International Cooperatives Alliance (ICA) for its alleged violation of rules.
• ICA is the apex body representing cooperatives worldwide and provides knowledge, expertise
and coordinated action in the field. ICA, founded in 1895, is one of the oldest non-governmental
organisations and has over 1 billion members.

38. Who has been recently (in September ‘24) appointed as the first director of the Fund for
Responding to Loss and Damage?
1) Michael Jensen
2) Kristalina Georgieva
3) Dr. Deepak Mohanty
4) Vijay Kumar Mishra
5) Ibrahima Cheikh Diong
Answer- 5) Ibrahima Cheikh Diong
Explanation:
On 21st September 2024, The UN Framework Convention on Climate Change announced that
Ibrahima Cheikh Diong, a finance expert from Senegal, has been appointed as the first director of
the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage.

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• The selection of Diong, a dual U.S. citizen, marks a major milestone in the operationalization of
the new World Bank-administered fund.
• Philippines recently selected as the fund's home and Diong appointed as director, the fund can
now begin converting the USD 800 million pledged to it at the 2023 COP28 climate summit in
Dubai.

39. Where was India’s largest blast furnace recently (in September 2024) commissioned by
Tata Steel?
1) Kulti, West Bengal
2) Bhilai, Chhattisgarh
3) Kalinganagar, Odisha
4) Jamshedpur, Jharkhand
5) Nagpur, Maharashtra
Answer- 3) Kalinganagar, Odisha
Explanation:
On 20th September 2024, Tata Steel successfully commissioned India’s largest blast furnace at
Kalinganagar, Odisha. With a total investment of Rs 27,000 crore, the Phase II expansion at
Kalinganagar will take the total capacity at the site from 3 million tonnes per annum (MTPA) to 8
MTPA.
• The new blast furnace will significantly boost the plant’s overall production capabilities
including automotive, infrastructure, power, shipbuilding, and defence, and oil and gas.
• With the Phase II expansion, Odisha has emerged as the largest investment destination in India
for Tata Steel, with a total cumulated investment of over Rs 100,000 crore.

40. Who has recently (in September ‘24) inaugurated the 41st edition of Indian Coast Guard
(ICG) Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Draupadi Murmu
2) Narendra Modi
3) Atishi Marlena
4) Rajnath Singh
5) Amit Shah
Answer- 4) Rajnath Singh
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated the 41st edition of the Indian
Coast Guard (ICG) Commanders’ Conference in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The three-day meeting serves as a vital forum to engage in meaningful discussions on strategic,
operational, and administrative matters in the backdrop of the evolving geopolitical landscapes
and complexities of maritime security.
• ICG ensures the security of the country’s vast coastline through constant monitoring of the
Exclusive Economic Zone, and prevention of illegal activities such as terrorism and trafficking
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41. Which department has recently (in September ‘24) established a committee of experts to
create a framework for a Repairability Index in the mobile and electronics sector?
1) Department of Commerce
2) Department of Economic Affairs
3) Department of Consumer Affairs
4) Department of Telecommunications
5) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
Answer- 3) Department of Consumer Affairs
Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, the Department of Consumer Affairs (DoCA), Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food
and Public Distribution has constituted a committee of experts under the chairmanship of Shri Bharat
Khera, Additional Secretary, DoCA to recommend a robust framework for Repairability Index and to
empower consumers and promote sustainable practices within the tech industry.
• The Repairability Index will provide consumers with information on the ease of repairing
different products, helping them make more informed decisions.
• By developing the Repairability Index, the government aims to provide consumers with greater
transparency of repair information for their products and foster a more sustainable technology
industry.

42. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) inaugurated the Climate and Health
Solutions (CHS) India Conclave in collaboration with Asian Development Bank (ADB) in New
Delhi, Delhi?
1) Ministry of Earth Sciences
2) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
3) Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
4) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
5) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Answer- 5) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoHFW), Government of India,
in collaboration with the Asian Development Bank (ADB), inaugurated the Climate and Health
Solutions (CHS) India Conclave in New Delhi, Delhi.
• The two-day conclave aims to address the twin emergencies of climate change and public
health by bringing together policymakers, experts, and stakeholders to develop actionable
strategies for India’s health sector.

43. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) launched the Women in Space
Leadership Programme (WiSLP) in collaboration with the Department of Science and
Technology (DST), Government of India (GoI)?
1) British Council
2) European Union
3) Commonwealth of Nations
4) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
5) Indian Space Research Organisation
Answer- 1) British Council

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Explanation:
On 24th September 2024, A Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) was launched by the
Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with the British Council as part of the
UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI).
• The initiative focuses on supporting institutions in strengthening gender-inclusive practices to
foster women’s leadership in space sciences by developing a strategic leadership framework.
• The programme is aimed at 250 early-career researchers, focusing on helping them overcome
gender biases and create a strong network of support in the scientific community.

44. Where is the headquarters of NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL) situated?
1) Udaipur, Rajasthan
2) Bengaluru, Karnataka
3) Faridabad, Haryana
4) New Delhi, Delhi
5) Mumbai, Maharashtra
Answer- 4) New Delhi, Delhi
Explanation:
About NICDC Logistics Data Services Limited (NLDSL):
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)– Rajat Kumar Saini
Headquarters – New Delhi (Delhi)
Incorporated – 2015

45. Who is the current (in September ‘24) Chairperson of Indian Railways?
1) Arun Kumar Singh
2) Rakesh Mehra
3) Jaya Verma Sinha
4) Vinay Kumar Tripathi
5) Satish Kumar
Answer- 5) Satish Kumar
Explanation:
About Indian Railways:
Chairperson and CEO– Satish Kumar
Headquarters – New Delhi, India
Founded – 16 April 1853

46. Where is the headquarters of Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development
(OECD) situated?
1) Paris, France
2) Kathmandu, Nepal
3) California, USA
4) Geneva, Switzerland
5) Nairobi, Kenya
Answer- 1) Paris, France

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Explanation:
About the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD):
Secretary General- Mathias Hubert Paul Cormann
Headquarters- Paris, France
Established- 1961

47. When was the Competition Commission of India (CCI) established?

1) 1997
2) 2000
3) 2003
4) 2009
5) 1998
Answer- 3) 2003
Explanation:
About the Competition Commission of India (CCI):
Chairperson– Ravneet Kaur
Headquarters– New Delhi, Delhi
Established– 2003
Operational From– 2009

48. Where is the headquarters of the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP) situated?
1) Vienna, Austria
2) Manila, Philippines
3) New York, USA
4) Hague, Netherlands
5) Brussels, Belgium
Answer- 4) Hague, Netherlands
Explanation:
About the International Pharmaceutical Federation (FIP):
Chief Executive Officer (CEO)- Dr Catherine Duggan
Headquarters– The Hague, Netherlands
Established– 1912

49. Which company has recently (in September ‘24) launched India’s first AI-powered network
solution for spam detection?
1) Airtel
2) Vodafone
3) BSNL
4) Jio
5) Docomo
Answer- 1) Airtel
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, Bharti Airtel launched India's first AI-powered spam detection solution
that will significantly solve the issue of spam calls and messages for its customers.

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• The tool will alert customers in real-time to all suspected spam calls and SMS. The solution is
free of cost and will get auto-activated for all Airtel customers without them having to raise a
service request or download an app.

50. Which organisation has recently (in September ‘24) celebrated its 25th anniversary?
1) Indian Railways
2) Railway Protection Force
3) Railway Board
4) National Academy of Indian Railways
5) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
Answer- 5) Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation
Explanation:
The Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation (IRCTC) Limited, a Central Public Sector
Enterprise under the Ministry of Railways, Government of India, celebrates its 25th anniversary.
• To commemorate this milestone, IRCTC in partnership with Indigo Airlines announced an
exclusive limited-time promotional discount up to 12% off on both domestic and international
IndiGo flights booked through its platform.

51. Name the football player who has recently (in September ‘24) retired from football.
1) Phil Jones
2) Steven Nzonzi
3) Claudio Bravo
4) Raphaël Varane
5) Emmanuel Adebayor
Answer- 4) Raphaël Varane
Explanation:
On 25th September 2024, France’s World Cup-winning defender Raphael Varane announced his
retirement from football at the age of 31, bringing down the curtain on his successful career after
suffering a serious knee injury.
• He began his club career at Ligue 1 side Lens, before joining Real Madrid in 2011, where he
played 360 times and won 3 La Liga titles and 4 Champions Leagues.
• He also won the 2014 Copa del Rey and the Club World Cup in 2014, 2016, 2017 and 2018.
• At international level, he was part of the France team and won the World Cup in 2018 and
reached the final in 2022.

52. Which ministry has recently (in September ‘24) launched the WAVES Anime and Manga
Contest (WAM) in collaboration with the Media and Entertainment Association of India
(MEAI)?
1) Ministry of Education
2) Ministry of Communications
3) Ministry of Women and Child Development
4) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
5) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Answer- 4) Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

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Explanation:
The Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB) in collaboration with the Media and
Entertainment Association of India (MEAI), has officially launched the WAVES Anime and Manga
Contest (WAM).
• This contest is part of the “Create in India Challenge”, aiming to nurture local talent and tap
into the growing interest in Japanese manga and anime among Indian audiences.
• Information and Broadcasting Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw unveiled the Create in India
Challenge—Season One at New Delhi on 22nd August, 2024.
• The event is structured at two levels: state-level competitions across eleven cities of the
country and a national-level finale.

53. India-led Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) announced a _________ fund to
support cities for climate resilience.
1) USD 1.4 million
2) USD 1.9 million
3) USD 2.5 million
4) USD 2.7 million
5) USD 3 million
Answer- 3) USD 2.5 million
Explanation:
On 23rd September 2024, India-led Coalition for Disaster Resilient Infrastructure (CDRI) announced a
USD 2.5 million fund to support cities to improve awareness, enhance planning, build financial
resources, and integrate resilience into infrastructure operations to mark its 5th foundation day.
• This program targets cities in 30 Low- and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs) and Small Island
Developing States (SIDS), focusing on four critical infrastructure sectors: energy,
transportation, social, and water.
• The initiative aims to address pressing challenges related to extreme heat, flooding, and water
scarcity in urban areas, which have substantial impacts on populations and vital infrastructure
services.
• As climate change continues, programs like this will play a crucial role in safeguarding urban
populations and infrastructure against future disasters.

54. When was the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) established?
1) 2019
2) 2020
3) 2021
4) 2022
5) 2023
Answer- 5) 2023
Explanation:
About International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA):
Director General (DG)– Dr. S.P. Yadav (Interim)
Headquarters– India
Established– 2023

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55. Where is the headquarters of the Central Silk Board (CSB) situated?
1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
2) Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh
3) Kolkata, West Bengal
4) Mumbai, Maharashtra
5) Thoothukudi, Tamil Nadu
Answer- 1) Bengaluru, Karnataka
Explanation:
About Central Silk Board (CSB):
The CSB works under the administrative control of Ministry of Textiles
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) & Member Secretary– P. Sivakumar
Headquarters– Bengaluru, Karnataka
Established– 1948

56. The currency of Japan is Japanese _______.

1) Yen
2) Yuan
3) Baht
4) Dollar
5) Won
Answer- 1) Yen
Explanation:
About Japan
Prime Minister (PM) – Fumio Kishida
Capital – Tokyo
Currency – Japanese Yen

57. Who is the current (as of September ‘24) Chairman of Association of Tennis Professionals
(ATP)?
1) Steve Simon
2) Adam Kosa
3) Luciano Rossi
4) Jonathan Cole
5) Andrea Gaudenzi
Answer- 5) Andrea Gaudenzi
Explanation:
About Association of Tennis Professionals (ATP)
Chairman– Andrea Gaudenzi
Headquarters– London, United Kingdom (UK)
Founded– September 1972

58. Where is the headquarters of the International Maritime Organization (IMO) situated?
1) Shanghai, China
2) Rome, Italy
3) Strasbourg, France

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4) London, United Kingdom

5) Geneva, Switzerland
Answer- 4) London, United Kingdom
Explanation:
About International Maritime Organization (IMO):
Secretary-General– Arsenio Dominguez
Headquarters– London, The United Kingdom
Established– 1958

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