Today’s Current Affairs MCQs/ GK Quiz 2nd January 2024

What is the theme for Global Family Day 2024?

  1. Fostering Unity, Global Peace
  2. Embracing Diversity, Strengthening Families
  3. Building Stronger Global Communities
  4. World Peace through Understanding

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Correct Answer: “Embracing Diversity, Strengthening Families”

The theme for Global Family Day 2024 is “Embracing Diversity, Strengthening Families.” This theme emphasizes celebrating differences while recognizing the fundamental bonds that connect us.

Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the Sixteenth Finance Commission by the Indian Government?

  1. Arvind Panagariya
  2. Niti Aayog Vice Chairman
  3. Li Shangfu
  4. Dong Jun

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Correct Answer: Arvind Panagariya

Arvind Panagariya has been appointed as the Chairman of the Sixteenth Finance Commission.

What prompted David Warner’s retirement announcement?

  1. One-Day International (ODI) Career Milestone
  2. Test Match Against Pakistan
  3. Sydney Cricket Ground Closure
  4. New Year’s Day Celebration

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Correct Answer: Test Match Against Pakistan

David Warner announced his retirement from One-Day International (ODI) cricket just before his final Test match against Pakistan at the Sydney Cricket Ground.

What marked the unprecedented growth in Mudra Loans in Q3 FY24?

  1. Increase in Government Funding
  2. 16% Year-on-Year Growth
  3. Women Applicants’ Significant Role
  4. Financial Support to Small Enterprises

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Correct Answer: 16% Year-on-Year Growth

Mudra Loans exhibited unprecedented growth, reaching ₹3-lakh crore in Q3 FY24, showcasing a remarkable 16% year-on-year growth.

5. In which city did Koneru Humpy win the silver medal in the 2023 World Rapid Chess Championships?

  1. Moscow, Russia
  2. Batumi, Georgia
  3. Samarkand, Uzbekistan
  4. Edinburgh, Scotland

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Correct Answer: Samarkand, Uzbekistan’

Koneru Humpy won the silver medal in the women’s event at the 2023 World Rapid Chess Championships held in Samarkand, Uzbekistan.

What achievement did Gujarat mark on New Year’s Day according to the news?

  1. Guinness Record in Synchronized Yoga
  2. Largest Surya Namaskar Performance
  3. Cultural Heritage Celebration
  4. Hosting Iconic Events

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Correct Answer: Largest Surya Namaskar Performance

Gujarat achieved a Guinness Record by orchestrating the largest synchronized Surya Namaskar performance on New Year’s Day.

Who emerged triumphant in the girls’ under-19 category at the 2023 Scottish Junior Open squash?

  1. Shresht Iyer
  2. Anahat Singh
  3. Robyn McAlpine
  4. Dong Jun

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Correct Answer: Anahat Singh

Anahat Singh triumphed in the girls’ under-19 category at the 2023 Scottish Junior Open squash in Edinburgh.

Who has been named as China’s new defense minister?

  1. Dong Jun
  2. Li Shangfu
  3. Arvind Panagariya
  4. David Warner

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Correct Answer: Dong Jun

Dong Jun has been named as China’s new defense minister.

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