GK Current Affairs Quiz - November 21, 2024

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Ques. What is CARICOM 2024?

Ans. The Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM) is a group of 20 developing countries in the Caribbean that have come together to form an economic and political community. It was held in Georgetown Guyana.

Ques. Name the award received by PM Mosi at the CARICOM 2024?

Ans. President Sylvanie Burton of Dominica conferred the "Dominica Award of Honour" on PM Modi during his visit to Guyana to attend The Caribbean Community and Common Market (CARICOM) 2024.

Ques. What is India's position in Unicef’s "The State of the World’s Children 2024?"
Ans.  India was ranked 26th out of 163 countries in Unicef’s "The State of the World’s Children 2024" report spotlighting the severe climate risks facing its children due to demographic shifts, climate crises, and technological advances.

Ques. What is the Chancay Port project?

Ans. Chinese President Xi Jinping inaugurated Chancay Port in Peru in South America as a“new land-sea corridor between China and Latin America”. It was funded under China’s Belt and Road Initiative (BRI).

Ques. Name the Indian village selected for the Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme?

Ans. Dhudmaras (Bastar dt, Chhattisgarh) has been selected for the Best Tourism Village Upgrade programme by the United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) and will receive support for tourism infrastructure, cultural heritage, and the quality of life for residents.

Ques. What is CENVAT credit?

Ans. CENVAT credit is a tax benefit under India's Central Excise and VAT system, allowing manufacturers or service providers to offset taxes paid on inputs or capital goods against their output tax liability.

Ques. What is the yo-yo effect?

Ans. The yo-yo effect refers to repeated cycles of weight loss and regain, often caused by restrictive dieting. It can lead to metabolic slowdowns, increased fat storage, and long-term health risks.

Ques. What is floral reversion?

Ans. The Bose Institute has identified a mollicute bacterium called Candidatus phytoplasma in the guts of leafhoppers as responsible for reverting sesame flowers to a vegetative state at Midnapore in West Bengal.

Ques. Which is Bhutan's leading hydropower company?

Ans, Druk Green Power Corporation Limited (DGPC) is Bhutan's leading hydropower company collaborated with Tata Power to develop 5,000 MW of renewable energy in Bhutan, including 4,500 MW hydropower and 500 MW solar.

Ques. What is padel sport?

Ans. Padel is a racket sport combining elements of tennis and squash that uses solid rackets and a low-compression ball.  India will host its first international Padel tournament called the CUPRA FIP Tour in Greater Noida.

Ques. Who is Miss Charm India 2024?

Ans. Shivangi Desai was crowned Miss Charm India 2024. Shivangi is an academic achiever, law enthusiast, and author of "Beyond the Usual." She will represent India at Miss Charm 2024 in Vietnam.

Ques. What is the purpose of the "Bhu-Neer" portal?

Ans. The "Bhu-Neer" portal is developed by Central Ground Water Authority (CGWA), Ministry of Jal Shakti to enhance groundwater regulation and transparency through a PAN-based single ID system, NOC with QR code, and a centralized database for easy access to legal and policy information.

Ques. What was the last international match played by Rafael Nadal?

Ans. Rafael Nadal was one of tennis’s all-time greats who bid farewell to professional tennis at the 2024 Davis Cup in Málaga, Spain, marking the end of an extraordinary career. With 22 Grand Slam titles, four Davis Cup victories, and two Olympic golds.

Ques. What is ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024?’

Ans. ‘Sanyukt Vimochan 2024’ was a Multilateral Annual Joint Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise conducted by the Indian Army in Ahmedabad and Porbandar, Gujarat to showcase India’s readiness and collaborative capabilities.

Ques. Who launched the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty?

Ans. Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva launched the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty during the G20 Summit in Rio de Janeiro, involving 148 founding members, including 82 countries.

Ques. Where was ALT EFF 2024 held?

Ans. The All Living Things Environmental Film Festival 2024 (ALT EFF) was held in Mumbai for environmental storytelling - films showing global issues of sustainability and climate change screening in over 70 cities across India, including villages.

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