GK - Current Affairs - October 16, 2024

GK - Current Affairs - October 16, 2024

Gaming, Colombia, Sonam Uttam, Waqf, Drones, Samarthak, Giorgia Meloni , Anusandhan, THAAD Current Affairs, General Knowledge, UPSC, GK, Civil Services Exam, General Awareness, Competitive Exam


Test your knowledge of key events and personalities in this October 16, 2024, current affairs quiz. Topics include Colombia's global challenges, Sonam Uttam's recent recognition, Giorgia Meloni’s new policies, the Samarthak initiative, and developments in civil services exams. Other highlights cover THAAD, Waqf updates, drones, and the gaming industry—essential for UPSC aspirants.

GK Quiz Questions & Answers

Ques. Who is Sonam Uttam Maskar?
Ans. Sonam Uttam Maskar is a shooter who claimed the silver medal at the ISSF World Cup 2024 in Delhi, scoring 252.9 in the Women’s 10m Air Rifle event.

Ques. What are predator drones?
Ans. The Predator drone is a versatile, unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) used for surveillance, reconnaissance, and targeted strikes in military operations.

Ques. Who is the Director General of the Indian Coast Guard?
Ans. S Paramesh takes is the Director General of the Indian Coast Guard.

Ques. What is ‘Samarthak?’
Ans. Samarthak is India's first Multi-Purpose Vessel (MPV), built by L&T Shipyard for the Indian Navy, and was launched at L&T Kattupalli. T

Ques. Which country's PM was entangled in a scandal over illegal bank account Access?
Ans. Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni is at the centre of a scandal involving unauthorized access to private bank accounts.

Ques. What is PMECRG?
Ans. The Anusandhan National Research Foundation unveiled the Prime Minister Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) designed to support early career researchers in driving scientific innovation in India,.

Ques. What is MAHA-EV?
Ans. MAHA-EV is the Mission for Advancement in High-Impact Areas - Electric Vehicle (MAHA-EV) Mission aims to enhance research and development for electric vehicle components and infrastructure.

Ques. What is the THAAD Missile System?
Ans. The U.S. is deploying the Terminal High-Altitude Area Defence (THAAD) missile system to Israel to bolster its defence capabilities.

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