Today’s Current Affairs MCQs/ GK Quiz 8th January 2024

1. What is the percentage increase in Delhi’s per capita income?

  1. 10%
  2. 14%
  3. 20%
  4. 25%

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Correct Answer: 14%

The per capita income in Delhi has experienced a substantial 14% increase.

2. What is the current per capita income in Delhi?

  1. 3.5 lakhs per year
  2. 2 lakhs per year
  3. 4.4 lakhs per year
  4. 6.5 lakhs per year

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Correct Answer: 4.4 lakhs per year

Presently, the per capita income in Delhi stands at 4.44 lakh per person annually.

3. What is the average per capita income in India?

  1. 1 lakh per year
  2. 1.75 lakhs per year
  3. 2.15 lakhs per year
  4. 2.5 lakhs per year

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Correct Answer: 2.15 lakhs per year

On average, the per capita income in India is around 2.15 lakhs.

4. What is the reason behind the increase in Delhi’s per capita income?

  1. Decrease in employment opportunities
  2. Increase in population
  3. High number of employment opportunities
  4. Economic recession

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Correct Answer: High number of employment opportunities

The significant rise in Delhi’s per capita income is attributed to a surge in employment opportunities within the city.

5. Which state leads in terms of investor base in the National Stock Exchange (NSE)?

  1. Maharashtra
  2. Uttar Pradesh
  3. Gujarat
  4. Rajasthan

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Correct Answer: Maharashtra

Maharashtra leads in terms of investor base, having the highest number of registered investors in the NSE.

6. How many individuals are registered as investors in the NSE out of the total population?

  1. 5.2 crore
  2. 7 crore
  3. 8.3 crore
  4. 10 crore

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Correct Answer: 8.3 crore

Out of the total population, a significant 8.3 crore individuals are registered as investors in the NSE.

7. What is the theme of Kunal Purohit’s book on H-Pop Culture?

  1. Rise of Modern Art
  2. The Business of Hindutva
  3. Evolution of Folk Music
  4. Globalization of Cinema

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Correct Answer: The Business of Hindutva

Kunal Purohit’s book delves into H-Pop Culture, highlighting how Hindutva has turned into a business.

8. How many consecutive terms has Sheikh Hasina won as Bangladesh’s Prime Minister?

  1. 2
  2. 3
  3. 4
  4. 5

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Correct Answer: 3. 4

Sheikh Hasina has achieved a historic milestone by winning elections for the fourth consecutive term.

9. What is the purpose of the Indian Air Force’s exercise involving the C-130 aircraft in Kargil?

  1. Airshow demonstration
  2. Night landing practice
  3. Cargo transportation
  4. Search and rescue mission

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Correct Answer: Night landing practice

The Indian Air Force conducted a significant military exercise involving an IAF C-130 aircraft with Garuda commandos to ensure preparedness for any emergency situation.

10. How much is the deal signed by Tamil Nadu with TATA, Pegatron, and other companies in the electronics sector?

  1. 58,000 Crores
  2. 50,000 Crores
  3. 65,000 Crores
  4. 70,000 Crores

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Correct Answer: 58,000 Crores

Tamil Nadu has signed a substantial deal worth 58,000 Crores with companies including TATA, Pegatron, and others.

11. Which companies made noteworthy commitments in the Tamil Nadu investment deal?

  1. VinFast and Hyundai
  2. JSW and TVS Group
  3. Tata Electronics and Pegatron
  4. All of the above

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Correct Answer: All of the above

Major contributions were made by JSW group, Tata Electronics, Hyundai, Pegatron, and more in various sectors.

12. What was the impact of Storm Henk felt?

  1. Norway
  2. Britain
  3. Iceland
  4. Hawaii

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Correct Answer: Britain

Storm Henk caused significant disruptions in Britain, blocking roads, bridges, and rail lines in Britain

13. When is National Birds Day observed?

  1. January 1
  2. January 5
  3. February 14
  4. March 22

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Correct Answer: January 5

National Bird Day is observed annually on January 5th.

14. What does the recent study on tropical mountain forests reveal about bird species in logged areas?

  1. Larger birds move to higher elevations.
  2. Smaller birds decline due to rising temperatures.
  3. Both smaller and larger birds move to higher elevations.
  4. Smaller birds move to higher elevations, while larger birds decline.

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Correct Answer: Smaller birds move to higher elevations, while larger birds decline.

The study shows that smaller birds move to higher elevations in logged areas due to rising temperatures, while larger birds decline.

15. What is the impact of unsustainable logging on tropical mountain ecosystems, according to the study?

  1. No significant impact
  2. Positive impact on biodiversity
  3. Complex ecological changes affecting diverse bird species
  4. Increase in bird populations

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Correct Answer: Complex ecological changes affecting diverse bird species

Unsustainable logging catalyzes complex ecological changes, affecting diverse bird species in tropical mountain ecosystems.

Daily Current Affairs – 08 January 2024

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