31st December Trivia Extravaganza Current Affairs Quiz

SSC, Banking, Railways, and state-level exams are crucial pathways to achieving sought-after government positions. These assessments measure abilities in reasoning, numerical reasoning, general knowledge, and awareness of current events. Keeping up with current affairs is essential for boosting knowledge and performing well in the general awareness section, which is often decisive in passing the exam.

Q1. What record does Kaamya Karthikeyan achieve?

(a) First Indian to climb Mount Vinson

(b) Youngest female to scale the Seven Summits

(c) Fastest ascent of the Seven Summits

(d) Youngest female to climb Mount Everest

Q2. Where was the statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj unveiled by the Indian Army in December 2024?

(a) Siachen Glacier

(b) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

(c) Kargil

(d) Pangong Tso, Ladakh

Q3. Which government department partnered with boAt to support startups?

(a) Ministry of Electronics and IT

(b) Department of Science and Technology

(c) Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

(d) NITI Aayog

Q4. How many Tests did Jasprit Bumrah take to reach 200 wickets?

(a) 42 Tests

(b) 44 Tests

(c) 46 Tests

(d) 48 Tests

Q5. At what age did Koneru Humpy win her second Women’s World Rapid Chess Championship?

(a) 34

(b) 35

(c) 36

(d) 37

Q6. Where is the Kagyed Chaam Dance Festival primarily celebrated?

(a) Darjeeling

(b) Gangtok

(c) Tawang

(d) Leh

Q7. What is the primary objective of the SWAR platform launched by Gujarat?

(a) To overcome language barriers and improve communication

(b) To provide financial assistance to citizens

(c) To distribute government schemes digitally

(d) To develop a platform for online education

Q8. Whose death anniversary is commemorated during the annual Urs in Ajmer?

(a) Hazrat Nizamuddin Auliya

(b) Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

(c) Hazrat Baba Fariduddin

(d) Hazrat Amir Khusro

Q9. Where is the 18th Elephant and Tourism Festival being held in Nepal?

(a) Kathmandu

(b) Pokhara

(c) Sauraha, Chitwan

(d) Lumbini

Q10. What does the term “Urs” signify in Sufism?

(a) Birth anniversary of Sufi saints

(b) The establishment of a Sufi order

(c) Death anniversary of Sufi saints

(d) A festival for spiritual renewal

S1. Ans. (b)

Sol. Kaamya holds the record for being the youngest female in the world to scale the Seven Summits, which includes the highest peaks on all seven continents.

Correct Answer: Youngest female to scale the Seven Summits

Key Points:

• Kaamya Karthikeyan: Youngest Female to Conquer Seven Summits
• Age: 17 years old
• Record: Youngest female to scale the Seven Summits
• Peaks: Mount Kilimanjaro, Mount Elbrus, Mount Kosciuszko, Mount Aconcagua, Mount Denali, Mount Everest, Mount Vinson

S2. Ans. (d)

Sol. The statue was installed at Pangong Tso in Ladakh by the Fire and Fury Corps.

Correct Answer: Pangong Tso, Ladakh

Key Points:

• Indian Army unveils statue of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj at Pangong Tso in Ladakh
• Statue installed by the Fire and Fury Corps on Dec 26, 2024.
• Height of Pangong Tso: 14,300 feet.
• Location: Near Line of Actual Control (LAC) with China.
• The statue symbolizes India’s strategic resolve and military presence.
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj: Maratha king, known for his military tactics and foresight and
• Celebrated as a symbol of courage and justice.

S3. Ans. (c)

Sol. DPIIT partnered with boAt to foster innovation and support startups.

Correct Answer: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)

Key Points:

• Partnership: DPIIT (Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) with boAt (Indian audio and wearables brand)
• Focus: Empower DPIIT-recognized startups, especially in D2C (Direct-to-Consumer) and manufacturing sectors
• Key Features: Mentorship, resources, and support for milestones like prototype development

S4. Ans. (b)

Sol. Bumrah reached 200 Test wickets in just 44 matches, tying with Pat Cummins and Kagiso Rabada for this milestone.

Correct Answer: 44 Tests

Key Points: 

• Fastest Indian to 200 Test Wickets: Bumrah reached 200 wickets in just 8484 balls, surpassing Mohammed Shami’s 9896 balls.
• Number of Tests for 200 Wickets: Bumrah achieved the feat in 44 Tests, the same number of matches as Pat Cummins and Kagiso Rabada.
• Bowling Average: Bumrah’s bowling average at 200 wickets is 19.56, the best among all bowlers in the 200-wicket club.
• Fastest to 200 Test Wickets (Overall): Bumrah ranks 4th globally for the fewest balls to 200 wickets, behind Waqar Younis, Dale Steyn, and Kagiso Rabada.

S5. Ans. (d)

Sol. Koneru Humpy achieved this milestone at the age of 37, demonstrating her enduring excellence in chess.

Correct Answer: 37

Key Points:

• Koneru Humpy, the pioneering force in Indian women’s chess, scripted another chapter of glory by winning her second Women’s World Rapid Chess Championship title in New York at the age of 37.
• Significance: Second Women’s World Rapid title; inspiration for Indian youth

S6. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Kagyed Chaam Dance Festival is celebrated annually at Tsuklakhang Palace in Gangtok, Sikkim.

Correct Answer: Gangtok

Key Points:

• Sikkim’s Kagyed Dance Festival: Held at Tsuklakhang Palace, Gangtok. Celebrates peace and prosperity for the new year through masked dances.
• Date: Observed on the 28th and 29th day of the 10th month of the Tibetan Lunar Calendar (early December).
• Significance: Masked dances by monks symbolizing destruction of evil forces. Rituals include burning effigies to mark victory of good over evil.
• Historical Background: Cham dances trace back to Guru Padmasambhava’s time, representing Buddhist mythology.

S7. Ans. (a)

Sol. The SWAR platform aims to overcome language barriers, enhancing communication and accessibility for citizens.

Correct Answer: To overcome language barriers and improve communication

Key Points:

• Gujarat CM Bhupendra Patel launched the SWAR platform to overcome language barriers on December 25, 2023, marking Good Governance Day.

• Key Feature: Speech-to-Text integration on Gujarat CMO website.
• Technology Used: Bhashini (Indigenous AI system)
• Target: Overcoming language barriers, improving communication.
• Platform Name: SWAR (Speech and Written Analysis Resource)

S8. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Urs in Ajmer commemorates the death anniversary of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti, a revered Sufi saint.

Correct Answer: Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

Key Points:

• Urs is the death anniversary of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
• The Urs is an annual event celebrated at the saint’s dargah.

Dargah Khwaja Saheb, Ajmer

• Location: Ajmer, Rajasthan.
• Historical importance: The dargah is a significant religious site for Sufis.

Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti

• Famous for: His teachings of peace, love, and harmony.
• Born: 1141 CE, Death: 1236 CE.
• Founder of the Chishti Order of Sufism in India.

S9. Ans. (c)

Sol. The 18th Elephant and Tourism Festival is held in Sauraha, Chitwan, near the renowned Chitwan National Park.

Correct Answer: Sauraha, Chitwan, Nepal

Key Points:

• Sauraha Hosts 18th Elephant Festival
• Location & Timing: Sauraha, Chitwan; aligns with Christmas and New Year; ends December 30. Draws both local and global visitors during the festive season.
• Key Attractions: Elephant parades, beauty contests, football competitions, cultural performances.

S10. Ans. (c)

Sol. Urs refers to the death anniversary of Sufi saints and is marked by prayers and gatherings at their dargahs.

Correct Answer: Death anniversary of Sufi saints

Key Points:

• Urs is the death anniversary of Hazrat Khwaja Moinuddin Chishti.
• The Urs is an annual event celebrated at the saint’s dargah.