Ace Your Exam 19th December Current Affairs Quiz

In competitive exams like SSC, Defence, State Exams, and Railways, current affairs serve as a cornerstone for success. These exams often include a dedicated section testing candidates on recent events, government policies, international developments, and scientific advancements. Staying updated with daily current affairs ensures aspirants have the edge to tackle this section with confidence, scoring high marks effortlessly.

Q1. Which Women cricketer has scored the fastest test century in Test International?

(a) Smriti Mandhana

(b) Nat Sciver-Brunt

(c) Ellyse Perry

(d) Laura Wolvaardt

Q2.  Which of the following is India’s first indigenous anti-pesticide bodysuit?

(a) Kisan Kavach

(b) Kisan Suraksha

(c) Krishi Kavach

(d) Pesticide Protector

Q3. The Ram temple project in Ayodhya has been awarded which prestigious safety award?

(a) Sword of Honour

(b) Safety Excellence Award

(c) Global Safety Medal

(d) Construction Safety Award

Q4. The Gadhimai Festival is held in which country?

(a) India

(b) Nepal

(c) Bangladesh

(d) Sri Lanka

Q5. Who was awarded the prestigious Jamsetji Tata Award by the Indian Society for Quality (ISQ)?

(a) Ratan Tata

(b) Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

(c) N. R. Narayana Murthy

(d) Sundar Pichai

Q6.  Which ministry launched a scheme to promote international cooperation for AYUSH systems worldwide?

(a) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

(b) Ministry of AYUSH

(c) Ministry of External Affairs

(d) Ministry of Science and Technology

Q7. In which city was Uber’s ‘Moto Women’ pilot program launched?

(a) Mumbai

(b) Bengaluru

(c) Hyderabad

(d) Chennai

Q8. What is the theme for International Migrants Day in 2024?

(a) “Empowering Migrants for the Future”

(b) “Strengthening Global Solidarity”

(c) “Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights”

(d) “Building Inclusive Communities”

Q9. Who won The Best FIFA Men’s Player award in 2024?

(a) Rodri

(b) Jude Bellingham

(c) Vinicius Jr.

(d) Erling Haaland

Q10. Which organization primarily uses the SARAT tool?

(a) National Institute of Oceanography

(b) Indian Coast Guard

(c) Ministry of Shipping

(d) Indian Navy

S1. Ans. (b)

Sol. England’s Nat Sciver-Brunt became the first and only woman cricketer to score a Test century in less than 100 balls, reaching her hundred off just 96 balls.

Correct Answer: Nat Sciver Brunt

Key Points: 

• Earlier Record: The previous record held by Chamani Seneviratna, who scored a century in 106 balls against Pakistan in 1998.

S2. Ans. (a)

Sol. Kisan Kavach is India’s first indigenous anti-pesticide bodysuit, developed by BRIC-inStem, Bangalore, in collaboration with Sepio Health Pvt. Ltd. The launch aligns with Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of leveraging science and technology to empower India’s agricultural community.

Correct Answer: Kisan Kavach

Key Points: 

• Objective: Designed to protect farmers from harmful pesticide exposure.
• Addresses severe health issues such as breathing disorders, vision loss, and fatalities.
• Minister of Agriculture: Shivraj Singh Chauhan
• Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology: Dr. Jitendra Singh

S3. Ans. (a)

Sol. The Ram temple project in Ayodhya was awarded the ‘Sword of Honour’ from the British Safety Council for its exceptional safety measures during construction..

Correct Answer: Sword of Honour

Key Points:

• What is the Sword of Honour?: The ‘Sword of Honour’ is one of the most prestigious awards in safety management.
• It is conferred by the British Safety Council after an exhaustive audit of processes and practices.
• Eligibility requires achieving a five-star assessment, followed by a rigorous on-site activity assessment.

S4. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Gadhimai Festival is held every five years in southeastern Nepal. The Gadhimai Festival, held every five years in southeastern Nepal, is one of the world’s most controversial religious observances, known for the mass slaughter of animals. This quinquennial event, rooted in centuries of tradition. 

Correct Answer: Nepal

Key Points: 

• Founder: Bhagwan Chowdhary, founder of the Gadhimai temple in Bariyarpur, Bara District, Nepal.
• Mythology: According to the legend, Gadhimai, the goddess of power, promised prosperity to Chowdhary in exchange for a blood sacrifice.
• Animal Sacrifice: Initially, human blood was desired, but animal blood was substituted, which became the foundation of the tradition.

S5. Ans. (b)

Sol. Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, Chairperson of Biocon Group, was awarded the Jamsetji Tata Award by the Indian Society for Quality (ISQ) for her contributions to the biosciences sector. The award recognises her role in leading Biocon to a global position while maintaining an unwavering focus on quality. 

Correct Answer: Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw

Key Points:

• Award Background: The Jamsetji Tata Award, instituted by ISQ in 2004, is named after Jamsetji Tata, the founder of the Tata Group, and celebrates business leaders who have demonstrated exceptional quality, innovation, and commitment to society.
• Award Details: The award was presented during the ISQ Annual Conference 2024, held in Bengaluru.

S6. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Ministry of AYUSH launched the scheme to promote international cooperation and enhance awareness of AYUSH systems globally.

Correct Answer: Ministry of AYUSH

Key Points: 

• Objective: The scheme’s objectives are to promote international awareness of AYUSH, facilitate its development and recognition abroad, foster interaction among stakeholders, and support the market development of AYUSH products, services, education, and research globally.
• Scholarships: Offers scholarships for foreign nationals to study AYUSH courses in India.

S7. Ans. (b)

Sol. The pilot program ‘Moto Women’ was launched in Bengaluru. This service is exclusively designed for female riders and drivers, offering an on-demand bike taxi option with an emphasis on safety and empowerment. 

Correct Answer: Bengaluru

Key Points:

• Significance: Provides a safer transport option for women.
• Empowerment of female drivers, offering flexible earning opportunities.
• Part of the growing demand for bike taxis in Bengaluru, with over 1 million monthly rides.
• Development: Uber, in collaboration with female drivers, launched the service in Bengaluru as a pilot program.

S8. Ans. (c)

Sol. International Migrants Day, observed annually on December 18, serves as an important reminder to honor the contributions of migrants around the world and the role they play in shaping societies. The 2024 theme is “Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights.” 

Correct Answer: “Honouring the contributions of migrants and respecting their rights”

Key Points:

• Purpose: Celebrate the invaluable contributions of migrants to host societies and their home countries.
• Raise awareness about the challenges migrants face, including exploitation, rights violations, and integration difficulties.

S9. Ans. (c)

Sol. Vinicius Jr won The Best FIFA Men’s Player award with 48 points. Vinicius Jr claimed his first Best Men’s Player award, topping the voting with strong support from fans, coaches, and players.

Correct Answer: Vinicius Jr.

Key Points:

• The Best FIFA Men’s Player
• Winner: Vinicius Jr (48 points)
• Second: Rodri (43 points)
• Third: Jude Bellingham (37 points)
• Date 2016: 8 years ago
• Presented by: FIFA
• Formerly called: FIFA World Player of the Year (1991–2009)
• FIFA Ballon d’Or:  (2010–2015)
• First awarded : 2016

S10. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Indian National Centre for Ocean Information Services (INCOIS) has recently upgraded its Search and Rescue Aid Tool (SARAT) to improve the effectiveness of sea rescue operations. 

Correct Answer: Indian Coast Guard

Key Points:

• Objective of SARAT: Aimed at enhancing sea rescue operations conducted by Indian agencies, including the Coast Guard.
• SARAT Version 2 Features: Includes improved visuals with colour-coded search regions.
• Background of SARAT: First introduced in 2016, initially designed to assist the Indian Coast Guard.