Top #Current #Affairs December 15

Top #Current #Affairs December 15

Q1. In which Indian city did the largest collaborative reading event, surpassing China's previous record, take place, securing a place in the 'Guinness World Record'?

a) Mumbai

b) Pune

c) Delhi

d) Bengaluru

Answer: b) Pune

Explanation: Pune made history by hosting the largest collaborative reading event, involving 3,066 participants, surpassing China's previous record, and securing a place in the 'Guinness World Record.' The event took place at SP College on December 14th, 2023.

Q2. Which Indian state does the USD 200 million loan agreement between the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) aim to fortify power infrastructure?

a) Uttarakhand

b) Himachal Pradesh

c) Jharkhand

d) Chhattisgarh

Answer: a) Uttarakhand

Explanation: The loan agreement is a significant step towards fortifying power infrastructure in Uttarakhand, to enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability through the introduction of modernized underground cables, substations, and power lines.

Q3. Which multinational automotive company recently emphasized India's strategic role in its global operations and outlined plans for the country as part of its Dare Forward 2030 strategy?

a) Ford

b) Toyota

c) Stellantis

d) General Motors

Answer: c) Stellantis

Explanation: Stellantis N.V. CEO Carlos Tavares highlighted India's strategic importance in the company's global operations and unveiled plans for the country as part of the Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan.

Q4. Which two Indian sports legends became the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, marking a historic moment for Indian tennis?

a) Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna

b) Leander Paes and Ramanathan Krishnan

c) Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes

d) Sania Mirza and Leander Paes

Answer: c) Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes

Explanation: Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, showcasing their remarkable careers and elevating India to the 28th nation represented in this prestigious institution.

Q5. Which financial institution has approved a USD 200 million loan for the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0?

a) World Bank

b) International Monetary Fund (IMF)

c) Asian Development Bank (ADB)

d) New Development Bank (NDB)

Answer: c) Asian Development Bank (ADB)

Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has taken a significant step in sustainable urban development by allocating a USD 200 million loan to support the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, aiming for garbage-free cities in India by 2026.

Q6. Who has been recognized as the Rising Star of the Year among women by the United World Wrestling (UWW)?

a) Vinesh Phogat

b) Sakshi Malik

c) Antim Panghal

d) Pooja Dhanda

Answer: c) Antim Panghal

Explanation: Antim Panghal, the 19-year-old wrestler competing in the 53 kg category, has been named the UWW Rising Star of the Year for her outstanding season, surpassing even senior stalwart Vinesh Phogat in the same weight class.

Q7. Who has been honoured with the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Nyholm Prize for Education for outstanding contributions to chemistry education?

a) Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam

b) Dr. C. N. R. Rao

c) Prof. Savita Ladage

d) Dr. Homi Bhabha

Answer: c) Prof. Savita Ladage

Explanation: Professor Savita Ladage, from Mumbai’s Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, has been awarded the prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry’s Nyholm Prize for Education for her remarkable contributions to chemistry education in India.

Q8. In 2023, which Indian state secured Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth Rs 50,530 crore from 300 companies?

a) Maharashtra

b) Gujarat

c) Uttar Pradesh

d) Bihar

Answer: d) Bihar

Explanation: Bihar achieved a significant milestone by securing Memorandums of Understanding worth Rs 50,530 crore from 300 companies across various sectors during the Bihar Business Summit 2023.

Q9. Which constitutional amendment grants 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State legislatures and was extended to the Union Territories of Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir?

a) Constitution (105th Amendment) Act, 2022

b) Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023

c) Constitution (107th Amendment) Act, 2024

d) Constitution (108th Amendment) Act, 2025

Answer: b) Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023

Explanation: The provision of 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State legislatures was extended to the Union Territories of Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir through the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023.

Q10. Which specific type of cancer is the focus of the collaboration between DAE and IDRS Labs for the development of Aktocyte tablets?

a) Breast cancer

b) Lung cancer

c) Pelvic cancer

d) Colorectal cancer

Answer: c) Pelvic cancer

Explanation: The collaboration between DAE and IDRS Labs aims to advance cancer care specifically for pelvic cancer through the development of Aktocyte tablets, representing a notable breakthrough in the field.

Q11. Who were the recipients of the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2023?

a) Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthi

b) Nelson Mandela and Desmond Tutu

c) Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad

d) Dalai Lama and Desmond Tutu

Answer: c) Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad

Explanation: Daniel Barenboim, a classical pianist, and Ali Abu Awwad, a Palestinian peace activist, were jointly awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2023 for their exceptional contributions to fostering peace and non-violent resolution in the Israel-Palestine conflict.

Q12. 

What is the name of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute team's successful expedition, leading to the hoisting of a National Flag atop Mt Rhenock?

a) Operation Everest

b) Mission Himalaya

c) Mission Antarctica

d) Project Kanchenjunga

Answer: c) Mission Antarctica

Explanation: The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute team accomplished 'Mission Antarctica,' culminating in the hoisting of a 7,500 sq ft National Flag atop Mt Rhenock in Sikkim Himalayas at an altitude of 16,500 feet.

Q13. What is the revised growth projection by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for India in the financial year FY24?

a) 6.2%

b) 6.5%

c) 6.7%

d) 7.0%

Answer: c) 6.7%

Explanation: The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has increased India's growth projection for FY24 to 6.7%, attributing it to a robust 7.6% GDP growth in the second quarter, surpassing expectations.

Q14. Which state's government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) for a ₹3,000-crore Juice and aerated Beverages facility?

a) Maharashtra

b) Karnataka

c) Gujarat

d) Rajasthan

Answer: c) Gujarat

Explanation: Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has signed an MoU with the Government of Gujarat for a significant investment of Rs.3000 crore to establish a manufacturing facility in Rajkot by 2026.

Q15 Which ship did the Indian Navy recently re-induct after extensive repairs and upgrades?

a) INS Vikramaditya

b) INS Kolkata

c) INS Tarmugli

d) INS Virat

Answer: c) INS Tarmugli

Explanation: INS Tarmugli, originally named INS Tillanchang, was recently re-inducted by the Indian Navy after undergoing repairs and upgrades at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The ship had been gifted to the Maldives, renamed MCGS Huravee, and was returned to India after decommissioning in May 2023 due to changing diplomatic relations.

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