- India’s Foreign Exchange Reserves reached a record high of $692.3 billion by 27 September 2024, according to the RBI.
- India hosts World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) from 14 to 24 October 2024, marking the first time this event is held in Asia.
- Employees’ Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) enhances its claim settlement efficiency by 30%, reducing rejection rates due to IT infrastructure improvements.
- India becomes the third-largest producer and consumer of ethanol, thanks to government biofuel policies.
- PM Modi inaugurates three PARAM Rudra supercomputers, strengthening India’s national supercomputing infrastructure.
- Karnataka rejects the Kasturirangan committee report on protecting Western Ghats ecological areas.
- Telangana launches the ‘Darshini’ scheme, facilitating educational tours for students across the state.
- Surge in myopia cases among children globally, with one in three children affected due to increased screen time and reduced outdoor activities.
- India wins six gold medals at the Asian Games in various sporting disciplines.
- India imposes a ban on the export of non-basmati rice, citing rising food security concerns.
- Tropical Storm Krathon approaches the Philippines, with severe weather warnings for Northern Luzon.
- South Korea prepares for Typhoon Krathon, with possible impact expected near Taipei and Jeju Island.
- India’s startup ecosystem continues to thrive, with over 148,931 DPIIT-recognized startups generating over 1.55 million jobs by September 2024.
- G20 countries discuss debt restructuring for developing nations, aiming to provide economic relief amidst global economic challenges.
- NASA’s Psyche Mission is on track for its October 2024 launch, aiming to study a metallic asteroid.
- UN General Assembly concludes its 79th session, with climate change and global inequality as key discussion points.
- Germany hosts the 2024 International Auto Show, highlighting advancements in electric vehicle technology.
- France sees widespread protests over proposed pension reforms, with unions calling for nationwide strikes.
- China strengthens its Belt and Road Initiative, securing new infrastructure projects in Africa and Southeast Asia.
- Ukraine counteroffensive sees progress, with territorial gains reported in contested regions of the country.
1. What is the current foreign exchange reserve of India as of September 27, 2024?
- A) $500 billion
- B) $692.3 billion
- C) $750 billion
- D) $850 billion
Answer: B) $692.3 billion
2. The World Telecommunication Standardization Assembly (WTSA) 2024 will be held in which country?
- A) Japan
- B) China
- C) India
- D) South Korea
Answer: C) India
3. Which Indian state launched the ‘Darshini’ scheme for educational student tours in September 2024?
- A) Gujarat
- B) Karnataka
- C) Telangana
- D) Tamil Nadu
Answer: C) Telangana
4. Which committee’s report was rejected by the Karnataka government in September 2024?
- A) Gadgil Committee
- B) Kasturirangan Committee
- C) Kelkar Committee
- D) Patel Committee
Answer: B) Kasturirangan Committee
5. What was the major focus of the recently launched PARAM Rudra supercomputers?
- A) Defense
- B) High-performance computing
- C) Artificial Intelligence
- D) Climate Monitoring
Answer: B) High-performance computing
6. Which natural disaster is threatening the Philippines and South Korea in September 2024?
- A) Earthquake
- B) Typhoon Krathon
- C) Tsunami
- D) Volcanic eruption
Answer: B) Typhoon Krathon
7. What significant development occurred regarding India’s ethanol production in September 2024?
- A) India stopped producing ethanol
- B) India became the largest consumer of ethanol globally
- C) India became the third-largest producer and consumer of ethanol
- D) India stopped ethanol imports
Answer: C) India became the third-largest producer and consumer of ethanol
8. Which sport saw India winning six gold medals at the Asian Games in September 2024?
- A) Shooting
- B) Archery
- C) Athletics
- D) Multiple sports
Answer: D) Multiple sports
9. Which country is hosting the 2024 International Auto Show?
- A) United States
- B) China
- C) Germany
- D) Japan
Answer: C) Germany
10. What was the main subject of discussion at the 79th session of the UN General Assembly concluded in September 2024?
- A) Economic sanctions
- B) Space exploration
- C) Climate change and global inequality
- D) Military disarmament
Answer: C) Climate change and global inequality
11. How many DPIIT-recognized startups had been created in India by September 2024?
- A) 50,000
- B) 100,000
- C) 148,931
- D) 200,000
Answer: C) 148,931
12. What significant revelation was made regarding global health in a report on children’s health in 2024?
- A) Increased diabetes rates
- B) One in three children affected by myopia
- C) Surge in childhood obesity
- D) Decline in childhood asthma
Answer: B) One in three children affected by myopia
13. NASA’s Psyche Mission, scheduled for October 2024, will study what?
- A) A distant planet
- B) An asteroid
- C) A black hole
- D) Jupiter’s moons
Answer: B) An asteroid
14. Why did India impose a ban on the export of non-basmati rice in September 2024?
- A) Due to surplus production
- B) To control inflation
- C) Due to rising food security concerns
- D) To increase domestic demand
Answer: C) Due to rising food security concerns
15. Which country is strengthening its Belt and Road Initiative with new projects in Africa and Southeast Asia?
- A) Japan
- B) United States
- C) Russia
- D) China
Answer: D) China
16. What was a key topic during the G20 discussions in September 2024?
- A) Climate change
- B) Trade agreements
- C) Debt restructuring for developing nations
- D) Military cooperation
Answer: C) Debt restructuring for developing nations
17. Which country saw widespread protests over proposed pension reforms in September 2024?
- A) Italy
- B) Germany
- C) France
- D) Spain
Answer: C) France
18. Which Indian organization improved its claim settlement efficiency by 30% in September 2024?
- A) SEBI
- B) RBI
- C) EPFO
- D) NITI Aayog
Answer: C) EPFO
19. In which continent did Ukraine make strategic advances in its counteroffensive by September 2024?
- A) Asia
- B) Europe
- C) Africa
- D) South America
Answer: B) Europe
20. Which international sporting event did India excel at in September 2024?
- A) Commonwealth Games
- B) Olympics
- C) Asian Games
- D) World Cup Cricket
Answer: C) Asian Games