**Current Affairs Quiz For UPSC: October 27-November 2**

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Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC: October 27-November 2

Test your knowledge of the latest happenings with this week's current affairs quiz for UPSC aspirants. From global developments to national issues, this quiz covers the key events you need to know.

Instructions:

• Read each question carefully and choose the best answer from the options provided.
• There is only one correct answer for each question.
• After attempting the quiz, check your answers at the end of this post.

Let's get started!

1. Which country recently launched a new generation of its Long March-5B rocket carrying the Shenzhou-16 manned spaceship?

a) India b) China c) Russia d) Japan

2. The Indian government has announced the launch of a new scheme named 'Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) 2.0.' What is the key focus of this new scheme?

a) Providing financial assistance to farmers for purchasing agricultural equipment. b) Promoting organic farming practices among farmers. c) Providing crop insurance to farmers against natural disasters. d) Empowering women farmers by providing them with access to technology and resources.

3. The recent Nobel Prize in Physics was awarded to three scientists for their groundbreaking work in which field?

a) Quantum Information Science b) Climate Change Research c) Nuclear Fusion d) Nanotechnology

4. The "One Belt, One Road" initiative, a major infrastructure project connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa, is primarily associated with which country?

a) Russia b) China c) India d) USA

5. Which Indian state recently witnessed the successful launch of its first indigenously built electric bus?

a) Karnataka b) Tamil Nadu c) Maharashtra d) Gujarat

6. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has recently revised its global economic growth forecast for 2023. What is the new forecast?

a) 3.0% b) 2.7% c) 2.9% d) 2.5%

7. India and which neighboring country recently signed an agreement to collaborate in the field of renewable energy?

a) Nepal b) Bangladesh c) Bhutan d) Sri Lanka

8. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) is scheduled to be held in which country in 2023?

a) Germany b) United Arab Emirates c) United Kingdom d) France

9. India recently celebrated the anniversary of the launch of its first indigenous aircraft carrier. What is the name of this aircraft carrier?

a) INS Vikrant b) INS Virat c) INS Vikramaditya d) INS Gaurav

10. The recent controversy regarding the removal of a historical monument in the UK involved which historical figure?

a) Mahatma Gandhi b) Nelson Mandela c) Winston Churchill d) Queen Elizabeth II

Answers:

1. b) China
2. d) Empowering women farmers by providing them with access to technology and resources.
3. a) Quantum Information Science
4. b) China
5. b) Tamil Nadu
6. b) 2.7%
7. a) Nepal
8. b) United Arab Emirates
9. a) INS Vikrant
10. c) Winston Churchill

How did you do?

We hope you found this quiz helpful in keeping up with current affairs. Remember, staying updated on global and national events is crucial for your UPSC preparation. Make it a habit to read newspapers, watch news channels, and refer to reliable online resources to stay informed.

Bonus Tip:

For a more comprehensive understanding, try to connect the events in the quiz with their broader context. Analyze the implications of these events for India and the world. This will help you develop a deeper understanding of current affairs and improve your analytical skills.