November 3-9, 2024: UPSC Current Events Quiz - Test Your Knowledge
Staying up-to-date with current events is crucial for success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. This weekly quiz will help you assess your understanding of important happenings from November 3rd to 9th, 2024.
Instructions:
- Read each question carefully.
- Select the best answer from the options provided.
- There is only one correct answer for each question.
- No cheating!
Let's begin!
1. Which Indian state recently announced a new policy to incentivize the use of electric vehicles (EVs)?
a) Maharashtra b) Gujarat c) Karnataka d) Telangana
2. The Nobel Prize in Literature for 2024 was awarded to:
a) Margaret Atwood b) Kazuo Ishiguro c) Salman Rushdie d) Ngugi wa Thiong'o
3. The 2024 G20 Summit was held in which city?
a) New Delhi b) Rio de Janeiro c) Tokyo d) London
4. India launched its first human space mission, "Gaganyaan," on which date?
a) November 1st, 2024 b) November 5th, 2024 c) November 8th, 2024 d) November 12th, 2024
5. The International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women is observed on which day?
a) November 25th b) December 10th c) March 8th d) October 24th
6. Which country has recently faced severe flooding, leading to widespread displacement and damage?
a) Nepal b) Pakistan c) Bangladesh d) Myanmar
7. The Indian government launched a new scheme to provide free housing to all homeless people. What is the name of this scheme?
a) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY) b) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan c) Housing for All by 2022 d) National Urban Housing Mission
8. The 2024 FIFA World Cup is being held in which country?
a) Qatar b) Mexico c) United States d) Canada
9. India recently announced a new policy to promote sustainable agriculture. What is the name of this policy?
a) National Food Security Mission b) Paramparagat Krishi Vikas Yojana c) Mission Organic Value Chain Development for North Eastern Region d) All of the above
10. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully launched its Chandrayaan-3 mission to the moon. What was the key objective of this mission?
a) To land a rover on the moon b) To study the lunar surface c) To collect lunar samples d) All of the above
Answer Key:
- (d) Telangana
- (d) Ngugi wa Thiong'o
- (a) New Delhi
- (b) November 5th, 2024
- (a) November 25th
- (b) Pakistan
- (a) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)
- (a) Qatar
- (d) All of the above
- (d) All of the above
How did you do?
- 8-10 correct: You are a true current affairs enthusiast! Keep up the good work.
- 5-7 correct: You have a good grasp of current events, but there's always room for improvement.
- 0-4 correct: It's time to brush up on your current affairs knowledge. Make sure to read newspapers, watch news channels, and follow reliable online sources.
Tips for Staying Updated:
- Read newspapers: Develop a habit of reading national and international newspapers daily.
- Follow reputable news websites: Websites like The Hindu, Indian Express, BBC, and Al Jazeera are good sources of reliable news.
- Watch news channels: Select credible news channels that provide in-depth coverage of current events.
- Subscribe to podcasts: There are many excellent podcasts dedicated to current affairs and international politics.
Remember, staying informed is key to success in the UPSC Civil Services Examination. Good luck with your preparations!