Here are 20 current affairs highlights from October 17, 2024:
- Merchandise Exports Rise: India’s merchandise exports increased to $34.58 billion in September, up from $34.41 billion the previous year.
- Merchandise Imports: Imports stood at $55.36 billion in September compared to $54.49 billion last year.
- Services Exports Growth: Services exports rose to $30.61 billion in September, marking a growth from $28.42 billion in the same period last year.
- CJI Appointment: Chief Justice of India DY Chandrachud nominated Justice Sanjiv Khanna as his successor; he will be the 51st Chief Justice.
- Haryana CM Sworn In: Nayab Singh took oath as Chief Minister of Haryana for a second consecutive term.
- ASEAN-India Cyber Policy Dialogue: The first ASEAN-India Track 1 Cyber Policy Dialogue was held in Singapore, focusing on cyber security cooperation.
- International Methanol Seminar: NITI Aayog organized a seminar on methanol in New Delhi, emphasizing its role in energy transition.
- Valmiki Jayanti Celebrated: Valmiki Jayanti was observed across India, marking the birth anniversary of Maharishi Valmiki.
- International Solar Alliance Meeting: The ISA Assembly’s seventh session will take place in New Delhi from November 3-6, discussing solar energy initiatives.
- Varanasi Multi-Tracking Project: The Union Cabinet approved a Rs 2,642 crore project for railway enhancements in Varanasi.
- Kaziranga National Park: Kaziranga National Park has been recognized as India’s second butterfly diversity hub, with over 446 species documented.
- PM Modi Launches Initiatives: The Prime Minister will kick off the Karmayogi Saptah, promoting competency-based learning for civil servants.
- National Para Swimming Championship: The 24th National Para Swimming Championship commenced in Goa, running until October 22.
- Khadi Exhibition: A Khadi exhibition titled “Khadi: The Fabric of Freedom” was inaugurated in New Delhi.
- Women’s Safety Alarms: ‘Pink alarms’ for women’s safety were installed at a hospital in Madhya Pradesh.
- Haryana Elections: The BJP secured 48 out of 90 assembly seats in the Haryana Assembly elections.
- Methanol’s Role in Shipping: The seminar highlighted methanol’s potential as a low-carbon fuel for shipping.
- Digital Transformation Dialogue: The ASEAN-India dialogue addressed national cyber policies and recent developments in the ICT sector.
- Traffic Management in Varanasi: The new rail-cum-road bridge project aims to alleviate traffic and enhance freight capacity in Varanasi.
- Sustainable Development Goals: Discussions at the ISA Assembly will focus on accelerating solar energy deployment and funding initiatives.
Here are 20 multiple-choice questions (MCQs) based on the current affairs from October 17, 2024, along with their answers:
- What was the value of India’s merchandise exports in September 2024?
a) $34.41 billion
b) $34.58 billion
c) $55.36 billion
d) $30.61 billion
Answer: b) $34.58 billion - Who was appointed as the new Chief Justice of India on October 17, 2024?
a) DY Chandrachud
b) Sanjiv Khanna
c) Ranjan Gogoi
d) NV Ramana
Answer: b) Sanjiv Khanna - What new initiative was launched in Haryana on October 17, 2024?
a) National Learning Week
b) Karmayogi Saptah
c) Digital India Campaign
d) Skill India Mission
Answer: b) Karmayogi Saptah - Which park in India was recognized as the second butterfly diversity hub?
a) Sundarbans National Park
b) Bandipur National Park
c) Kaziranga National Park
d) Jim Corbett National Park
Answer: c) Kaziranga National Park - Which event began on October 17, 2024, in Goa?
a) National Sports Meet
b) National Para Swimming Championship
c) International Yoga Day
d) National Science Fair
Answer: b) National Para Swimming Championship - What significant meeting did the ASEAN-India Track 1 Cyber Policy Dialogue focus on?
a) Climate change
b) Economic cooperation
c) Cyber security
d) Agricultural development
Answer: c) Cyber security - What type of alarms were installed in a hospital in Madhya Pradesh for women’s safety?
a) Blue alarms
b) Pink alarms
c) Red alarms
d) Green alarms
Answer: b) Pink alarms - How many assembly seats did the BJP secure in the Haryana Assembly elections?
a) 40
b) 50
c) 48
d) 60
Answer: c) 48 - What did the Prime Minister highlight in the Karmayogi Saptah initiative?
a) Financial growth
b) Competency-based learning
c) Agricultural reforms
d) Environmental sustainability
Answer: b) Competency-based learning - What fuel was discussed at the International Methanol Seminar?
a) Ethanol
b) Methanol
c) Diesel
d) Natural gas
Answer: b) Methanol - Which assembly elections were held in Haryana?
a) 90-seat assembly
b) 100-seat assembly
c) 120-seat assembly
d) 80-seat assembly
Answer: a) 90-seat assembly - What major event related to solar energy is scheduled to take place in New Delhi?
a) International Solar Conference
b) ISA Assembly
c) Global Warming Summit
d) Renewable Energy Forum
Answer: b) ISA Assembly - Which significant service is covered under Class 44?
a) Financial services
b) Medical services
c) Advertising services
d) Educational services
Answer: b) Medical services - What is the focus of the ASEAN-India Cyber Policy Dialogue?
a) Cultural exchange
b) Cyber security cooperation
c) Economic partnership
d) Environmental issues
Answer: b) Cyber security cooperation - What anniversary was celebrated on October 17, 2024?
a) Mahatma Gandhi Jayanti
b) Valmiki Jayanti
c) Independence Day
d) Republic Day
Answer: b) Valmiki Jayanti - Which state is Nayab Singh the Chief Minister of as of October 17, 2024?
a) Punjab
b) Rajasthan
c) Haryana
d) Himachal Pradesh
Answer: c) Haryana - What kind of alarms were introduced in hospitals for women’s safety in Madhya Pradesh?
a) Emergency alarms
b) Pink alarms
c) Health alarms
d) Fire alarms
Answer: b) Pink alarms - In which city did the National Para Swimming Championship take place?
a) Mumbai
b) Delhi
c) Goa
d) Bengaluru
Answer: c) Goa - What type of goods are included in India’s merchandise imports as of September 2024?
a) Medical supplies
b) Agricultural products
c) Electronics
d) Fuels
Answer: d) Fuels - What is the primary topic of discussion at the ISA Assembly?
a) Fossil fuels
b) Solar energy initiatives
c) Climate change
d) Wind energy
Answer: b) Solar energy initiatives