**Test Your Knowledge: UPSC Current Affairs (Nov 2024)**

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Test Your Knowledge: UPSC Current Affairs (November 2024)

Staying updated with current affairs is crucial for cracking the UPSC Civil Services Examination. This monthly quiz aims to help you assess your knowledge of significant events from November 2024. Test your understanding of national, international, and economic developments, along with crucial issues related to social, environmental, and scientific advancements.

Instructions:

• Read each question carefully.
• Select the most appropriate answer from the options provided.
• There is only one correct answer for each question.
• This quiz is meant to be a self-assessment tool; no answer key is provided. You can research the answers yourself to enhance your learning.

Let's begin!

National Affairs

1. Which state recently launched the "Mukhyamantri Kisan Kalyan Yojana" to provide financial assistance to farmers?

a) Uttar Pradesh b) Madhya Pradesh c) Rajasthan d) Maharashtra

2. The Indian government recently announced the "National Education Policy 2024". Which of the following is NOT a key feature of this policy?

a) Introduction of a unified school system from pre-primary to higher education b) Emphasis on vocational training and skill development c) Promotion of multilingual education d) Mandatory inclusion of religious education in the curriculum

3. India successfully conducted a test launch of its new generation "Agni Prime" ballistic missile. What is the primary purpose of this missile?

a) Anti-satellite warfare b) Intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM) c) Intermediate-range ballistic missile (IRBM) d) Short-range ballistic missile (SRBM)

International Affairs

4. The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) was held in which country in November 2024?

a) United Arab Emirates b) South Africa c) Brazil d) Spain

5. Which country recently hosted the 2024 G20 Summit?

a) India b) Indonesia c) Japan d) Australia

6. In a landmark decision, the International Criminal Court (ICC) issued an arrest warrant for a high-ranking official of which country?

a) Russia b) China c) Israel d) Sudan

Economy and Finance

7. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announced a new monetary policy in November 2024. Which of the following is NOT a key aspect of this policy?

a) Repo rate hike b) Introduction of a digital rupee c) Relaxation of credit norms for small businesses d) Increase in the cash reserve ratio (CRR)

8. India's stock market witnessed a significant surge in November 2024. What is the primary factor attributed to this rise?

a) Strong economic growth b) Increased foreign direct investment (FDI) c) Government's pro-business reforms d) All of the above

9. The Indian government launched a new scheme to provide financial assistance to micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). What is the name of this scheme?

a) PM Mudra Yojana b) PM SVANidhi c) PMEGP d) None of the above

Social, Environmental, and Scientific Advancements

10. Which state in India witnessed a major environmental disaster in November 2024 due to a severe oil spill?

a) Gujarat b) Tamil Nadu c) Odisha d) West Bengal

11. A groundbreaking scientific discovery in the field of astronomy was made in November 2024. What was this discovery?

a) Detection of a new planet in the habitable zone of a distant star b) Confirmation of the existence of dark matter c) Successful landing of a probe on Mars d) None of the above

12. Which of the following is NOT a major social issue that gained significant attention in India in November 2024?

a) Gender inequality b) Child labor c) Environmental pollution d) Increasing crime rates

Congratulations on completing the quiz!

This quiz is designed to help you assess your understanding of current affairs. Remember, staying updated with current events is essential for your UPSC preparation. Utilize resources like newspapers, magazines, and online platforms to stay informed and delve deeper into the topics that interest you. Best of luck with your preparations!