GK Current Affairs Quiz - November 18, 2024

GK Current Affairs Quiz - November 18, 2024

Shanghai, Shanghai City, Greenhouse Gases

Fig Shanghai City

Welcome to today's General Knowledge quiz covering current affairs as of November 18, 2024! From global topics like greenhouse gases and the latest updates on world leaders such as India's S. Jaishankar and Nigeria's Bola Ahmed Tinubu to regional news from Shanghai and Japan's Yomiuri Shimbun. We also explore India's media landscape, featuring major newspapers like Dainik Bhaskar. Stay tuned for an engaging mix of trivia, news, and insights—perfect for your daily knowledge boost!

Ques. What are the topmost cities that emit greenhouse gases?
Ans. As per the United Nations report, Shanghai is the world's topmost emitter of greenhouse gases. The other top cities that emit greenhouse gases are Tokyo, New York, and Houston.

Ques. What are greenhouse gases?
Ans. Greenhouse gases trap heat in the Earth's atmosphere, contributing to the greenhouse effect. Key examples include carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, and water vapour, which warm the planet by absorbing infrared radiation.

Ques. Name the book by Dr. S. Jaishankar launched at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Library in Dubai?
Ans. “Why Bharat Matters” is a book by the External Affairs Minister Dr S. Jaishankar. It focuses on India’s evolving role in a shifting global landscape, India’s internal progress, and the importance of self-reliance in assessing global challenges.

Ques. What is the GCON Award?
Ans. Nigeria's second-highest national award is the Grand Commander of the Order of the Niger (GCON). It is awarded to individuals who have made significant contributions to national development. The Nigerian President Bola Ahmed Tinubu honoured PM Narendra Modi with this award.

Ques. The Yomiuri Shimbun?
Ans. The Yomiuri Shimbun is the largest circulated newspaper with about 9 million copies. It is Japan's largest and most influential newspaper with a rich history dating back to its founding in 1874. 

Ques. What are the largest circulated newspapers in India?
Ans. The three largest circulated newspapers in India are Dainik Bhaskar, The Times of India, and Malayala Manorama.

Location: India

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