Daily Dose of Current Affairs for Aspirants of 11th January Quiz

Awareness of major events is essential for excelling in exams. The Daily Current Affairs Quiz serves as a valuable tool for candidates to test their knowledge of significant national and global updates. Regular participation will help you strengthen your understanding of critical topics such as governance, finance, technology, and world affairs, all of which are frequently asked in SSC, Banking, and other exams.

Q1.The Pravasi Bharatiya Express tour is offered to which group of people?

(a) Indian citizens only

(b) Foreign tourists

(c) Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)

(d) Government employees 

Q2. Which digital payments platform has partnered with ICICI Lombard General Insurance to offer specialized insurance for Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 attendees?

(a) Paytm

(b) Amazon Pay

(c) Google Pay

(d) PhonePe

Q3. World Hindi Day (Vishwa Hindi Diwas) celebrated every year on ______. 

(a) January 12

(b) January 10

(c) January 26

(d) February 21

Q4. Who has been elected as the new president of Lebanon in January, 2025?

(a) Michel Aoun

(b) Najib Mikati

(c) Joseph Aoun

(d) Saad Hariri

Q5. Which state government has signed an MoU with Google Cloud (India) to launch the Open Network for Agriculture?

(a) Madhya Pradesh

(b) Uttar Pradesh

(c) Maharashtra

(d) Gujarat

Q6. Which state launched the PARTH Yojana to provide pre-recruitment training for the Indian Army, Police, and Para-Military forces?

(a) Madhya Pradesh 

(b) Uttar Pradesh

(c) Rajasthan

(d) Haryana

Q7. _____ is India’s rank in the Henley Passport Index 2025. 

(a) 75th

(b) 80th

(c) 85th

(d) 90th

Q8. Who has been appointed as the International Event Ambassador for the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025?

(a) Usain Bolt

(b) Sir Mo Farah

(c) Eliud Kipchoge

(d) Haile Gebrselassie

Q9. Who has been appointed as the Chairman of the newly established Advisory Board for Equal and OneMoney?

(a) Justice A.M. Khanwilkar

(b) Justice D.Y. Chandrachud

(c) Justice Ranjan Gogoi

(d) Justice B.N. Srikrishna

Q10. What is the primary promise of Swiggy’s Snacc app?

(a) Discounts on all orders

(b) Delivery within 15 minutes

(c) Subscription-based meal plans

(d) 24/7 customer support

S1. Ans. (c)

Sol. The Pravasi Bharatiya Express tour is offered to Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) as part of an initiative to connect them with their cultural and religious heritage.

Correct Answer: Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs)

Key Points:

• • The train, designed under the Pravasi Teerth Darshan Yojana (PTDY), aims to connect Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) with India’s rich cultural and religious heritage by offering a fully sponsored tour across the country.
  • Train Name: Bharat Gaurav – Pravasi Bharatiya Express
  • Flagged Off By: Prime Minister Narendra Modi
  • Departure Station: Delhi Safdarjung
  • Tour Duration: 14 Nights, 15 Days (17 Days Total with Pre/Post Tour)
  • Target Group: Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs) aged 45-65 years

• Government Support: Covers all train expenses and 90% of airfare costs

• Organized By: Ministry of External Affairs and IRCTC

S2. Ans. (d)

Sol. PhonePe has partnered with ICICI Lombard General Insurance to provide insurance coverage for attendees of the Maha Kumbh Mela 2025 in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.

Correct Answer: PhonePe

Key Points:

• PhonePe partners with ICICI Lombard for Maha Kumbh Mela insurance
• Insurance plans for Maha Kumbh Mela attendees, valid from Jan 13 to Feb 26, 2025.
• Insurance Cost: ₹59 for bus/train travelers, ₹99 for flight travelers.
• Coverage Details: Up to ₹50,000 for hospitalization, ₹1 lakh for personal accident cover, ₹5,000 for trip cancellation, ₹10,000 for repatriation of remains.
• Available On: PhonePe app in the ‘Insurance’ section.

S3. Ans. (b)

Sol. World Hindi Day is celebrated on January 10 every year to promote Hindi as a global language

Correct Answer: January 10

Key Points:

• World Hindi Day, also known as Vishwa Hindi Diwas, is celebrated annually on January 10 to promote Hindi as one of the most widely spoken global languages.
• Theme for 2025: “A Global Voice of Unity and Cultural Pride”, emphasizing Hindi’s role in global unity and cultural exchange.

S4. Ans. (c)

Sol. General Joseph Aoun has been elected as the new president of Lebanon, ending a two-year political vacuum in the country.

Correct Answer: Joseph Aoun

Key Points:

• Lebanese Parliament elects General Joseph Aoun as President
• Date of Election: January 9, 2025.
• General Joseph Aoun elected after 2-year deadlock.
• Replaced Michel Aoun, whose term ended in October 2022.
• Formerly head of Lebanese Armed Forces (since 2017).

S5. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Uttar Pradesh government has partnered with Google Cloud (India) to launch the Uttar Pradesh Open Network for Agriculture (UPONA) to support farmers through digital solutions.

Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh

Key Points:

• UP Govt Teams Up with Google Cloud for AI Agri Network
• Project Name: Uttar Pradesh Open Network for Agriculture (UPONA)
• Technology Used: Gemini AI, Beacon technology
• MoU Signed Between: UP Govt (Manoj Kumar Singh) & Google Cloud (Anil Bhansali)
• Key Objective: Empower farmers with digital tools, advisory services, and market access
• Key Features: Weather data, microclimate updates, market price insights
• Benefits for Farmers: Access to credit, mechanization support, real-time data
• Open Network Participants: Service providers, financial institutions, government agencies
• Significance: India’s first state-level AI initiative in agriculture

S6. Ans. (a)

Sol. The PARTH Yojana was launched by the Madhya Pradesh government to provide pre-recruitment training to youth for the Indian Army, Police, and Para-Military forces.

Correct Answer: Madhya Pradesh

Key Points:

• PARTH Yojana (Police Army Recruitment Training & Hunar)
• Launched By: CM Mohan Yadav
• Launch Occasion: State Level Youth Festival
• Objective: Pre-recruitment training for Indian Army, Police, Para-Military
• Key Training Areas: Physical efficiency, written test (GK, Math, English), personality development
• Training Center Operated By: District Sports and Youth Welfare Officer
• Eligibility for Physical Trainers: BPEd/BPE/NIS Diploma, state-level athletic player

S7. Ans. (c)

Sol. India’s ranking in the Henley Passport Index 2025 dropped to 85th, falling five spots from its 80th position in 2024.

Correct Answer: 85th

Key Points:

• India’s 2025 Rank: 85th
• India’s 2024 Rank: 80th
• Top Country: Singapore (1st)
• Data Source: Henley Passport Index (IATA data)

S8. Ans. (b)

Sol. Sir Mo Farah, the renowned British long-distance runner, has been appointed as the International Event Ambassador for the Tata Mumbai Marathon 2025.

Correct Answer: Sir Mo Farah

Key Points:

• Sir Mo Farah is the International Event Ambassador for the 20th edition of the Tata Mumbai Marathon in January 2025.
• Farah is a four-time Olympic Gold medalist in 5,000m and 10,000m (2012, 2016).
• He has won six World Championship gold medals in 5,000m and 10,000m.
• He also won the 2018 Chicago Marathon, marking his transition to road running.
• The Tata Mumbai Marathon has 60,000 participants and includes various race categories: Full Marathon, Half Marathon, 10K Run, Wheelchair Race, Senior Citizens’ Run.

S9. Ans. (d)

Sol. Justice B.N. Srikrishna, a retired Supreme Court judge and an eminent authority on data protection, has been appointed as the Chairman of the newly established Advisory Board for Equal and OneMoney.

Correct Answer: Justice B.N. Srikrishna

Key Points:

• Justice B.N. Srikrishna appointed Chairperson of Equal’s Advisory Board
• Retired Supreme Court Justice B.N. Srikrishna to chair Equal’s Advisory Board.
• Appointed due to his significant role in India’s data protection laws.
• Equal is an identity verification firm, and OneMoney is its strategic investee.
• The appointment coincides with India’s push for strong data protection frameworks.

S10. Ans. (b)

Sol. Swiggy’s Snacc app promises delivery within 15 minutes, aligning with the industry’s focus on rapid food delivery services.

Correct Answer: Delivery within 15 minutes

Key Points:

• Swiggy has introduced ‘Snacc’, a standalone application promising delivery of snacks, beverages, and meals within 15 minutes.
• This initiative aligns with the industry’s shift towards rapid food delivery services.
• Snacc offers a diverse menu, including items like chocolate cookies, Indian breakfast, coffee, tea, eggs, rolls, sandwiches, meals, and cold beverages.
• The app collaborates with brands such as Blue Tokai and The Whole Truth, alongside third-party food providers.