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1) The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), which is part of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), created new software for the Employee Provident Fund Organization (EPFO) to reduce claim denials and improve settlement efficiency. How many percent faster are claim settlements now thanks to the new software?

(a) 35%

(b) 20%

(c) 15%

(d) 25%

(e) 30%

2) Which state's Rajapur Sahakari Bank Limited and Malad Sahakari Bank Limited had their amalgamation plan approved by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?

(a) Madhya Pradesh

(b) Odisha

(c) Maharashtra

(d) West Bengal

(e) Gujarat

3) How much of a financial penalty has the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) levied on The Surat People's Co-operative Bank Limited, Surat, for failing to follow specific directives from the RBI?

(a) ₹61.60 lakh

(b)  ₹51.60 lakh

(c)  ₹71.60 lakh

(d)  ₹66.60 lakh

(e)  ₹65.60 lakh

4) The Best Tourism Villages Competition 2024 winners were announced by the Indian government's Ministry of Tourism. On what day was World Tourism Day observed?

(a) September 25

(b) September 26

(c) September 27

(d) September 29

(e) September 30

5) The Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park), which is situated on Nagpur, Maharashtra's National Highway 44 between Hyderabad and Nagpur, is scheduled to be opened by Union Minister for Road, Transport, and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari. At what cost is the project expected to be finished, guaranteeing recreational and environmental sustainability?

(a)  ₹14.31 crore

(b)  ₹12.31 crore

(c)  ₹15.31 crore

(d)  ₹16.31 crore

(e)  ₹13.31 crore

6) By what year does India want to develop its textile sector from its current size of about $164 billion to $350 billion, creating between 4.5 and 6 crore employment along the way?

(a) 2025

(b) 2026

(c) 2028

(d) 2030

(e) 2032

7) Which NMCG Executive Committee meeting approved projects totaling ₹1,062 crore that aim to clean up and conserve the Ganga River in addition to plans for Mahakumbh 2025?

(a) 55th

(b) 56th

(c) 57th

(d) 58th

(e) 59th

8) Since the first round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for specialty steel did not receive the anticipated response, the Indian government is preparing a second round of the program. How much was the entire outlay for the first PLI plan that was introduced, in crores?

(a) ₹6,400 crore

(b) ₹6,200 crore

(c) ₹6,500 crore

(d) ₹6,600 crore

(e) ₹6,800 crore

9) According to the Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran believes the Indian economy would grow at 6.5-7% in the current financial year on a steady-state basis. What percentage is predicted to be the nominal growth rate, which takes inflation into account?

(a) 10%

(b) 11%

(c) 12%

(d) 13%

(e) 15%

10) The Women in Space Leadership Program was started by the Department of Space and Technology in partnership with the British Council. The initiative is backed by which University?

(a) Oxford University

(b) University of Cambridge

(c) Coventry University

(d) University of Edinburgh

(e) Imperial College London

11) The "Krishi Sakhi" project was introduced in Uttar Pradesh (UP) to help women in agriculture. What is the maximum age limit for women?

(a) 30years

(b) 35years

(c) 40years

(d) 45years

(e) 50years

12) Which state plans to expand its position in the global outsourcing environment by increasing the number of Global Capability Centers (GCCs) to 1,000 and creating 350,000 new employees by 2029?

(a) Odisha

(b) Karnataka

(c) Kerala

(d) West Bengal

(e) Gujarat

13) Which nation's future prime minister is Shigeru Ishiba, a seasoned legislator and former minister of defense who won the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership race?

(a) Denmark

(b) South Korea

(c) Singapore

(d) Japan

(e) China

14) The reappointment of Sumant Kathpalia as the managing director and chief executive officer (MD & CEO) of the private sector lender, for a three-year term, has been authorized by the board of directors of which bank?

(a) IDBI bank

(b) Federal bank

(c) IndusInd bank

(d) RBL bank

(e) Karnataka bank

15) At the 85th annual general meeting of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS), which was conducted over video conference, who was chosen to be the organization's president?

(a) Rakesh Kumar

(b) Vivek Gupta

(c) Shreyams Kumar

(d) Tanmay Maheshwari

(e) Karan Rajendra Darda

16) The 45-year-old son of Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M K Stalin, Udhayanidhi Stalin, was promoted to deputy chief minister. Which Minister did he previously serve as?

(a) Agriculture minister

(b) Education minister

(c) Youth Welfare and Sports Development.

(d) Rural development

(e) Transport minister

17) Which online food ordering and delivery service said that Akriti Chopra, its chief people officer and co-founder, had departed to pursue other interests?

(a) Swiggy

(b) Zomato

(c) Foodpanda

(d) Uber

(e) Dominos

18) The Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA) named Jitendra J. Jadhav as its Director General (DG). Where is ADA's headquarters located?

(a) Kerala

(b) Karnataka

(c) Madhya Pradesh

(d) West Bengal

(e) Gujarat

19) As per the report, VK Dhall lost to Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo in the vote count, 21 to 36, to become the next president of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI). In which year was the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI) founded?

(a) 1950

(b) 1951

(c) 1952

(d) 1953

(e) 1954

20) The Ministry of External Affairs has selected R. Ravindra as India's next ambassador to Iceland. R. Ravindra succeeds whom as Ambassador to Iceland?

(a) B. Shyam

(b) K. Arun

(c) S. Varun

(d) L. Deena

(e) M. Ramen

21) Every year on September 30th, we commemorate International Translation Day. The International Federation of Translators (FIT), which was founded in what year, promotes the occasion?

(a) 1950

(b) 1951

(c) 1952

(d) 1953

(e) 1954

22) On September 29th is designated as World Heart Day each year. "Use Heart for Action" is a compelling topic that the World Heart Federation (WHF) has announced for the years 2024 to ______.

(a) 2025

(b) 2026

(c) 2027

(d) 2028

(e) 2029

23) Which company has signed on as the FIFA Women's World Cup 2027's official sponsor as well as the FIFA World Cup 2026?

(a) Lays

(b) Quaker

(c) Pepsi

(d) Doritos

(e) Britannia

24) Recently, Keki N. Daruwalla, a renowned poet and former intelligence officer died away. Which year did he get the Padma Shri, India's fourth-highest civilian award?

(a) 2012

(b) 2013

(c) 2014

(d) 2015

(e) 2016

25) On September 25, 2024, at Naval War College in Goa, which edition of the Indian Ocean Rim Association's (IORA) conference on Illegal, Unreported, and Unregulated (IUU) fishing was held?

(a) 1st

(b) 2nd

(c) 3rd

(d) 4th

(e) 5th

Answers :

1) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), developed new software for Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), reducing claim rejections and improving settlement efficiency.

The new software has made claim settlements 30% faster.

Detailed Explanation:

The Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), developed new software for Employee Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO), reducing claim rejections and improving settlement efficiency.

The new software has made claim settlements 30% faster.

High Rejection Rates:In 2022-23, out of 52.1 million total claims for final PF settlement, transfer claims, and withdrawal claims, 25.8% (13.4 million claims) were rejected, while 72.4% (37.7 million claims) were successfully settled.

Rejection rates had risen due to data discrepancies and IT infrastructure issues.

Relaxation of Document Requirements:As part of the Modi government’s first 100-day reforms, EPFO relaxed the mandatory requirement for uploading a cheque leaf or attested bank passbook for certain cases, improving claim processing speed.

Previously, over 10% of partial withdrawal cases were rejected due to missing documents.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of The RajapurSahakari Bank Limited., Mumbai, Maharashtra with The Malad Sahakari Bank Limited., Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The sanction has been made under Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has sanctioned the Scheme of Amalgamation of The RajapurSahakari Bank Limited., Mumbai, Maharashtra with The Malad Sahakari Bank Limited., Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The sanction has been made under Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949.

The Scheme of Amalgamation will come into effect from September 23, 2024.

After the amalgamation, the branches of The RajapurSahakari Bank will function as branches of The Malad Sahakari Bank starting from September 23, 2024

3) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹61.60 lakh on The Surat People’s Co-operative Bank Limited, Surat, for non-compliance with certain directions issued by RBI on ‘Income Recognition, Asset Classification, Provisioning and Other Related Matters’, ‘Loans and advances to directors and their relatives, and firms/concerns in which they are interested’, ‘Maintenance of Deposit Accounts’ and ‘Customer Service’.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹61.60 lakh on The Surat People’s Co-operative Bank Limited, Surat, for non-compliance with certain directions issued by RBI on ‘Income Recognition, Asset Classification, Provisioning and Other Related Matters’, ‘Loans and advances to directors and their relatives, and firms/concerns in which they are interested’, ‘Maintenance of Deposit Accounts’ and ‘Customer Service’.

The RBI also has, imposed a monetary penalty of ₹1.50 lakh on The Bihar Awami Co-operative Bank Ltd., Patna for contravention of the provisions of section 26A read with section 56 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949 (BR Act) and for non-compliance with certain directions issued by RBI on ‘Know Your Customer (KYC)’.

4) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

On 27th September 2024, in celebration of World Tourism Day, the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India revealed the Best Tourism Villages Competition 2024 winners.

Detailed Explanation:

On 27th September 2024, in celebration of World Tourism Day, the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India revealed the Best Tourism Villages Competition 2024 winners.

Launched in 2023, this competition highlights villages that exemplify cultural and natural preservation, community-based values, and sustainability.

Objective: Promoting rural tourism, focusing on the cultural richness and natural beauty of Indian villages.

First Edition (2023): Featured 795 village applications.

Second Edition (2024): Witnessed 991 applications from 30 states and union territories.

Winners: A total of 36 villages across 8 categories were recognized as winners.

5) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, is set to inaugurate the Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park) located on the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway 44 in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

The project is set to be completed at a cost of ₹14.31 crore, ensuring both environmental sustainability and recreational facilities.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister for Road, Transport and Highways, Shri Nitin Gadkari, is set to inaugurate the Oxygen Bird Park (Amrit Mahotsav Park) located on the Nagpur-Hyderabad National Highway 44 in Nagpur, Maharashtra.

Area: Total area of 8.23 hectares, with 2.5 hectares dedicated to social forestry.

Sustainability: The park emphasizes sustainability through its “Oxygen Park” feature, with fast-growing oxygen-producing trees to reduce air pollution.

Naturally Formed Pond: Integrated into the park's topography, serving as a central focal point.

The park is designed to attract bird populations, creating a flourishing habitat for diverse bird species while promoting ecological balance.

The project is set to be completed at a cost of ₹14.31 crore, ensuring both environmental sustainability and recreational facilities.

6) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India aims to grow its textile industry to $350 billion by 2030, up from approximately $164 billion currently, with an expected creation of 4.5 to 6 crore jobs.

Textile Minister Giriraj Singh made this announcement during the ministry’s 100-day program.

Detailed Explanation:

India aims to grow its textile industry to $350 billion by 2030, up from approximately $164 billion currently, with an expected creation of 4.5 to 6 crore jobs.

Textile Minister Giriraj Singh made this announcement during the ministry’s 100-day program.

PM Mega Integrated Textile Region and Apparel (MITRA) Parks:

Investment: Rs 70,000 crore anticipated when fully operational.

Job Creation: Expected to generate 21 lakh jobs.

Silk Production:

Long-term target of 50,000 metric tonnes.

The Eri Sericulture Promotional Project launched in Gujarat will be expanded nationwide, benefiting castor farmers and generating employment for 1 crore people.

Bharat Tex Platform:

A platform designed to attract foreign investment and enhance India’s textile industry, focusing on style, scale, skill, and sustainability.

National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT):

Emphasis on design's importance in the textile industry to meet fashion aspirations through initiatives like VisioNxt, an indigenous trend forecasting project.

Technical Textiles:

Significant potential identified in technical textiles, with an export target of $10 billion by 2030.

1 crore artisans involved in handloom and handicraft sectors, with various initiatives underway to boost this area.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The 57th Executive Committee (EC) meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), chaired by Shri Rajeev Kumar Mital, approved various projects totalling ₹1,062 crore aimed at conserving and cleaning the Ganga River, alongside initiatives for Mahakumbh 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The 57th Executive Committee (EC) meeting of the National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG), chaired by Shri Rajeev Kumar Mital, approved various projects totalling ₹1,062 crore aimed at conserving and cleaning the Ganga River, alongside initiatives for Mahakumbh 2025.

Katihar, Bihar

Project Cost: ₹350 crore

Focus: Improvement of drainage and sewage management.

Components:

35 MLD STP in Rojitpur with structures to tap four drains.

20.5 MLD STP in Sharifganj, tapping five drains.

Model: DBOT (Design, Build, Operate, and Transfer) with a 15-year operation and maintenance commitment.

Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh

Project Cost: ₹488 crore

Focus: Interception, diversion, and sewage treatment.

8) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Indian government is planning a second round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI)scheme for specialty steel, as the initial response to the first round did not meet expectations.

The initial PLI scheme launched had a total outlay of ₹6,400 crore.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian government is planning a second round of the Production-Linked Incentive (PLI)scheme for specialty steel, as the initial response to the first round did not meet expectations.

This announcement was made by Steel Secretary Sandeep Poundrik during the CII Steel Summit 2024 in New Delhi.

The initial PLI scheme launched had a total outlay of ₹6,400 crore.

However, only ₹2,600 crore has been allocated so far.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran estimates the Indian economy will grow at 6.5-7% in the current financial year on a steady-state basis.

The nominal growth rate, which accounts for inflation, is expected to be around 11%.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief Economic Advisor (CEA) V. Anantha Nageswaran estimates the Indian economy will grow at 6.5-7% in the current financial year on a steady-state basis.

The nominal growth rate, which accounts for inflation, is expected to be around 11%.

Real GDP Growth: Expected at 6.5-7% for the current financial year.

Nominal Growth Rate: Anticipated at 11%, factoring in inflation.

Economic Indicators

Current Account Balance: No vulnerabilities reported.

Financial Markets: Domestic financial markets and the banking system are healthy.

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) was inaugurated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with the British Council, as part of the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI).

Delivery Partner: The initiative is supported by Coventry University.

Detailed Explanation:

The Women in Space Leadership Programme (WiSLP) was inaugurated by the Department of Science and Technology (DST) in collaboration with the British Council, as part of the UK-India Education and Research Initiative (UKIERI).

Strategic Leadership Framework: Development aimed at empowering women in scientific fields.

Delivery Partner: The initiative is supported by Coventry University.

The programme aims to develop the leadership capacity of 250 early-career researchers, providing them with tools to:

Navigate gender biases.

Establish a sustainable support network.

11) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The "Krishi Sakhi" scheme was launched in Uttar Pradesh (UP) to empower women in agriculture.

Selection Criteria:Women aged between 21 to 45 years with an interest and experience in agriculture are eligible for selection.

Detailed Explanation:

The "Krishi Sakhi" scheme was launched in Uttar Pradesh (UP) to empower women in agriculture.

The scheme aims to promote self-reliance and improve economic status through modern agricultural practices.

Training and Participation:A total of 7,634 women have been trained through 269 training programs under this initiative.

Krishi Sakhis are selected from self-help groups (SHGs) established under the Uttar Pradesh State Rural Livelihood Mission.

Selection Criteria:Women aged between 21 to 45 years with an interest and experience in agriculture are eligible for selection.

Training Body:TheNational Institute of Agricultural Extension Management (MANAGE) is responsible for training Krishi Sakhis.

Training focuses on natural, organic, and agroecology-based farming practices.

Regional Focus:Bijnor district has the highest number of trained women, with 670 participants.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Karnataka is set to strengthen its position in the global outsourcing landscape by targeting a doubling of its Global Capability Centres (GCCs) to 1,000 and generating 350,000 new jobs by 2029.

Current Landscape:Over1,700 GCCs currently operate in India, employing more than 1.9 million individuals.

Detailed Explanation:

Karnataka is set to strengthen its position in the global outsourcing landscape by targeting a doubling of its Global Capability Centres (GCCs) to 1,000 and generating 350,000 new jobs by 2029.

Incentives Offered:The draft policy includes various incentives for attracting foreign firms, such as:

Reimbursement of rental costs.

Assistance with patent fees.

Exemptions from electricity duties, based on employee numbers at GCCs.

Additionally, the Karnataka government aims to achieve an economic output of $50 billion through these new offices by 2029.

Current Landscape:Over1,700 GCCs currently operate in India, employing more than 1.9 million individuals.

Geographic Focus:While Bengaluru remains the primary hub for GCCs, the Karnataka government aims to promote the establishment of operations in emerging cities such as Mangaluru, Mysuru, and Tumakuru.

Future Projections:Despite a slowdown in the broader IT sector, the GCC software and internet sector is projected to grow at a CAGR of 6.2% by 2027.

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Shigeru Ishiba, a veteran lawmaker and former Defence Minister, won the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership election to become Japan’s next Prime Minister.

This marks his fifth and final attempt to lead the LDP, succeeding after a closely fought contest.

Ishiba defeated Sanae Takaichi, the economic security minister, in a run-off election. Takaichi was aiming to become Japan’s first female prime minister.

Detailed Explanation:

Shigeru Ishiba, a veteran lawmaker and former Defence Minister, won the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) leadership election to become Japan’s next Prime Minister.

This marks his fifth and final attempt to lead the LDP, succeeding after a closely fought contest.

Ishiba defeated Sanae Takaichi, the economic security minister, in a run-off election. Takaichi was aiming to become Japan’s first female prime minister.

The election featured a crowded field of nine candidates, one of the most unpredictable leadership contests in decades.

Ishiba won 215 votes in the run-off, while Takaichi garnered 194 votes.

Ishiba is set to succeed Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, who decided not to run for re-election in August, ending his three-year term.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The board of directors of private sector lender IndusInd Bank has approved the re-appointment of Sumant Kathpalia as the managing director and chief executive officer (MD & CEO) of the bank for a period of three years.

Detailed Explanation:

The board of directors of private sector lender IndusInd Bank has approved the re-appointment of Sumant Kathpalia as the managing director and chief executive officer (MD & CEO) of the bank for a period of three years.

The re-appointment will be effective March 24, 2025 upto March 23, 2028.

The re-appointment of Kathpalia is, however, subject to Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) approval and shareholders approval.

Sumant Kathpalia has over 35 years of banking experience.

He has previously worked at major multinational banks, including Citibank, Bank of America, and ABN AMRO.

15) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

M V Shreyams Kumar was elected as the president of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) during the 85th annual general meeting held via video conferencing.

He succeeds Rakesh Sharma from Aaj Samaj newspaper.

Detailed Explanation:

M V Shreyams Kumar was elected as the president of the Indian Newspaper Society (INS) during the 85th annual general meeting held via video conferencing.

He succeeds Rakesh Sharma from Aaj Samaj newspaper.

Vivek Gupta from Sanmarg was elected as the deputy president.

Karan Rajendra Darda from Lokmat became the vice president.

Tanmay Maheshwari from Amar Ujala was elected as the honorary treasurer.

Kumar is the managing director of the Mathrubhumi Printing & Publishing Company.

He has served as a Rajya Sabha MP and has been a two-time MLA from Kerala, affiliated with the Janata Dal (United).

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Udhayanidhi Stalin, the 45-year-old son of Chief Minister M K Stalin, was elevated to the post of Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Udhayanidhi is a first-time MLA from Chepauk and previously served as the Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development.

Detailed Explanation:

Udhayanidhi Stalin, the 45-year-old son of Chief Minister M K Stalin, was elevated to the post of Deputy Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu.

Udhayanidhi is a first-time MLA from Chepauk and previously served as the Minister for Youth Welfare and Sports Development.

The promotion signals his growing influence within the DMK party and Tamil Nadu government.

Cabinet Reshuffle:Chief Minister M.K. Stalin expanded his cabinet with several key appointments and reappointments.

Dr.GoviChezhiaan was appointed as the Higher Education Minister, making him the fourth Dalit minister in the Tamil Nadu cabinet.

17) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Online food ordering and delivery platform Zomato announced its co-founder and Chief People Officer Akriti Chopra has resigned to pursue other interests.

Designated as senior management personnel, Chopra has tendered her resignation, with effect from September 27, 2024.

Detailed Explanation:

Online food ordering and delivery platform Zomato announced its co-founder and Chief People Officer Akriti Chopra has resigned to pursue other interests.

Designated as senior management personnel, Chopra has tendered her resignation, with effect from September 27, 2024.

She has been with the company for 13 years and played a key role in setting up and scaling Zomato's legal and finance teams in her previous role as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).

Prior to joining Zomato, she worked at PwC for three years, focusing on tax and regulatory practice.

18) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Jitendra J. Jadhav was appointed as Director General (DG) of the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).

He also holds additional charge as Programme Director (Combat Aircraft) and Director ADA.

About ADA :

Headquarters :  Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

Detailed Explanation:

Jitendra J. Jadhav was appointed as Director General (DG) of the Aeronautical Development Agency (ADA).

He also holds additional charge as Programme Director (Combat Aircraft) and Director ADA.

Jadhav will focus on developing the Tejas Mark 2 fighter and the Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) for the Indian Air Force (IAF).

ADA is responsible for the Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) project, including Tejas and the twin-engine deck-based fighter (TEDBF) for the Navy.

About ADA :

Headquarters :  Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

ADA is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Defence, established in 1984 to manage the LCA program.

ADA has designed the Tejas and is now developing its advanced versions like Mark 2, AMCA, and TEDBF.

19) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo was elected as the new president of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), defeating VK Dhall with a vote count of 36 to 21.

About National Rifle Association of India :

Founded : 1951

Headquarters : New Delhi, Delhi

Detailed Explanation:

Kalikesh Narayan Singh Deo was elected as the new president of the National Rifle Association of India (NRAI), defeating VK Dhall with a vote count of 36 to 21.

Kalikesh will serve as president of the NRAI until 2025, when the next general body meeting is scheduled to take place.

Raninder served as the NRAI president from December 29, 2010, to December 29, 2022, reaching the 12-year limit imposed by the Sports Ministry.

About National Rifle Association of India :

Founded : 1951

Headquarters : New Delhi, Delhi

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

R.Ravindrahas been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Iceland by the Ministry of External Affairs.

R.Ravindra succeeds Mr. B. Shyam as the ambassador to Iceland.

Detailed Explanation:

R.Ravindra has been appointed as India's next Ambassador to Iceland by the Ministry of External Affairs.

R.Ravindra succeeds Mr. B. Shyam as the ambassador to Iceland.

Ravindra Served at the Indian embassy in Cairo from 2001 to 2003.

He Worked at India’s Permanent Mission at the UN in New York from 2010 to 2013.

He Became Deputy Permanent Representative at the United Nations in September 2020.

21) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

International Translation Day is celebrated on 30th September of every year.

The theme for International Translation Day (ITD) in 2024 is "Translation, an art worth protecting".

The celebration has been promoted by the International Federation of Translators (FIT) which was started in the year of 1953.

Detailed Explanation:

International Translation Day is celebrated on 30th September of every year.

The theme for International Translation Day (ITD) in 2024 is "Translation, an art worth protecting".

On 24 May 2017, the General Assembly approved resolution 71/288 and declared September 30 as International Translation Day in order to identify the role of Translators in interconnecting nations.

The celebration has been promoted by the International Federation of Translators (FIT) which was started in the year of 1953.

22) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Every year World Heart Day is celebrated on 29th September.

The heart is the primary organ of the circulatory system. It is located between the lungs, in the middle compartment of the chest.

The World Heart Federation (WHF) has announced a powerful theme for the years 2024 to 2026: “Use Heart for Action.”

Detailed Explanation:

Every year World Heart Day is celebrated on 29th September.

The heart is the primary organ of the circulatory system. It is located between the lungs, in the middle compartment of the chest.

The World Heart Federation (WHF) has announced a powerful theme for the years 2024 to 2026: “Use Heart for Action.”

In 1999, The World Heart Federation (WFH) along with the World Health Organization (WHO) established World Heart Day.

The idea to celebrate World Heart Day was proposed by Antoni Bayes de Luna, who was the president of WFH from 1997 to 1999.

The first celebration of this day took place on 24th September 2000.

Until 2011, World Heart Day was celebrated on the last Sunday of September.

23) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Lay’s has become the official sponsor for both the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.

This marks a significant global expansion of Frito-Lay’s successful involvement as a regional supporter during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and as a tournament supporter for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

Detailed Explanation:

Lay’s has become the official sponsor for both the FIFA World Cup 2026 and the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2027.

This marks a significant global expansion of Frito-Lay’s successful involvement as a regional supporter during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 and as a tournament supporter for the FIFA Women’s World Cup 2023.

Brand Portfolio
As part of the sponsorship, Lay’s joins a diverse portfolio of food brands, including:

Doritos

Cheetos

Tostitos

Ruffles

Cracker Jack

PopCorners

Quaker

Gamesa

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Renowned poet and former IPS officer Keki N Daruwalla, an inspiration to countless young writers and poets who looked at him as a mentor,passed away at the age of 87.

He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award, in 1984 for his poetry collection, The Keeper of the Dead, by the Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters.

He was awarded Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India, in 2014.

Detailed Explanation:

Renowned poet and former IPS officer Keki N Daruwalla, an inspiration to countless young writers and poets who looked at him as a mentor,passed away at the age of 87.

Born in Lahore in 1937, joined the police force in 1958, rose the ranks and became special assistant on international affairs to former Prime Minister Charan Singh in 1979, and eventually joined the Research and Analysis Wing (R&AW) where he retired as chairman of the Joint Intelligence Committee in 1995.

He was awarded the Sahitya Akademi Award, in 1984 for his poetry collection, The Keeper of the Dead, by the Sahitya Akademi, India's National Academy of Letters.

He was awarded Padma Shri, the fourth highest civilian award in India, in 2014.

25) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The second edition of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) seminar on Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing was conducted at Naval War College, Goa on 25 Sep 2024.

The first edition of the seminar on IUU fishing under IORA was conducted by the Indian Navy at Goa on 2nd November 2022.

Detailed Explanation:

The second edition of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) seminar on Illegal, Unreported and Unregulated (IUU) Fishing was conducted at Naval War College, Goa on 25 Sep 2024.

Participating Nations:Delegates from 17 IORA countries participated in the seminar, including Australia, Bangladesh, France, Indonesia, Kenya, Madagascar, Mozambique, Malaysia, Maldives, Mauritius, Oman, Somalia, South Africa, Seychelles, Sri Lanka, Thailand, and Tanzania.

The first edition of the seminar on IUU fishing under IORA was conducted by the Indian Navy at Goa on 2nd November 2022.