GK - Current Affairs - October 12, 2024

GK - Current Affairs - October 12, 2024

Current Affairs - October 12 General Knowledge, Civil Services Exam, Competitive Exam, GK, General Awareness, UPSC, Current Affairs,

Fig. Green Cover Over Antarctica

Welcome to the GK Quiz for November 12, 2024, featuring key topics like the Global Hunger Index, Ajay Jadeja, Yuva Sangam, Antarctic insights, UPSC prep, critical technologies, Agniastra, Nihon Hidankyo, Noel Tata, Bhishma Tank, and Mohammed Siraj. Perfect for staying updated on current affairs and enhancing general knowledge!

GK Quiz Questions & Answers

Ques. Who took the position of Ratan Tata?
Ans. took the position of Ratan Tata as the chairman of Tata Trusts, the philanthropic arm of the Tata group.

Ques. Who won the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize?
Ans. Nihon Hidankyo, the Japanese atomic bomb survivors' group, has been awarded the 2024 Nobel Peace Prize for its efforts to achieve a world free of nuclear weapons.

Ques. Which cricket player is appointed the Deputy Superintendent of Police in Telangana?
Ans. Indian cricketer Mohammed Siraj has officially taken charge as Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) in Telangana.

Ques. Which cricket player was named heir to the Jamnagar Throne?
Ans. Former Indian cricketer Ajay Jadeja, part of the Jamnagar royal family, has been declared the heir to the throne by Jam Saheb Shatrusalyasinhji.

Ques. What are the critical technology goods?
Ans. Critical technology goods include advanced electronics, AI, quantum computing, cybersecurity tools, microchips, circuits, biotech, and space technology.

Ques. What is India's position in the 2024 Global Hunger Index?
Ans. In the 2024 Global Hunger Index (GHI), India ranks 105th out of 127 countries.

Ques. What is the Agniastra of the Indian Army?
Ans. 'Agniastra' is a portable multi-target detonation device of the Indian Army with a range of 2.5 km.

Ques. What is the Indian Army's Bhishma?
Ans. The Indian Army's Bhishma is the main T-90 battle tank, renowned for its firepower, speed, and protection.

Ques. What is the aim of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat?
Ans. Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat promotes cultural unity in India, encouraging exchange programs between states to foster mutual understanding, harmony, and national integration.

Ques. What is Yuva Sangam of the Ministry of Education?
Ans. Yuva Sangam is a youth exchange initiative under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, promoting cultural exchange and strengthening unity among India’s diverse regions.

Ques What is the role of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)?
Ans. The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) is an international body created by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1988. Its primary role is to assess scientific information related to climate change, including its impacts, future risks, and potential strategies for adaptation and mitigation.

Ques. What percentage of Antarctica is under green cover?
Ans. Only about 0.3% of Antarctica has any green cover, primarily limited to mosses, lichens, and algae. Now it has grown from about one square kilometre in 1986 to nearly 12 square kilometres due to climate change.

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