Exam Prep 16th January Current Affairs Quiz

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Q1. Who was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2024?

(a) Virat Kohli

(b) Rohit Sharma

(d) Pat Cummins

Q2. Festival the Gaan-Ngai is celebrated in _____.

(a) Manipur

(b) Nagaland

(d) Mizoram

Q3.Who developed the Nag Mk 2 Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)?

(a) Indian Air Force (IAF)

(b) Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

(d) Indian Navy

Q4. Who has been appointed by the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) to oversee the Monetary Policy and Economic Research Departments?

(a) Shaktikanta Das

(b) M. Rajeshwar Rao

(d) Debasish Sen

Q5. When is Armed Forces Veterans’ Day observed in India?

(a) January 15

(b) December 31

(d) January 14

Q6. Who received the ‘Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the WBFJA Awards 2025?

(a) Amitabh Bachchan

(b) Rituparno Ghosh

(d) Babul Supriyo

Q7. Which community celebrates the Boda Tyohar festival?

(a) Kullu community

(b) Hatti community

(d) Bedi community

Q8. In January Indian Army Day is followed annually___.

(a) January 14

(b) January 15

(d) January 26

Q9. In which year will India host the 28th Conference of Speakers and Presiding Officers of Parliaments of Commonwealth Countries (CSPOC)?

(a) 2025

(b) 2026

(d) 2028

Q10. Who is the author of the book “Parliament: Powers, Functions & Privileges; A Comparative Constitutional Perspective”?

(a) S. Jaishankar

(b) Dr. K.S. Chauhan

(d) Dr. Jagdeep Dhankhar

S1. Ans. (c)

Sol. Jasprit Bumrah was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for December 2024 for his exceptional performances as India’s top-ranked Test bowler.

Correct Answer: Jasprit Bumrah

Key points:

For December 2024, these honors have been bestowed upon India’s Jasprit Bumrah and Australia’s Annabel Sutherland, acknowledging their stellar contributions on the global cricketing stage.

S2. Ans. (a)

Sol. The Gaan-Ngai festival, the largest cultural and religious post-harvest celebration of the Zeliangrong community, commenced with grand celebrations in various regions of Manipur.

Correct Answer: Manipur

Key points:

Gaan-Ngai 2025: A Celebration of Unity and Tradition in Manipur
Community: Celebrated by the Zeliangrong people (Zeme, Liangmai, Rongmei, Puimei tribes).
Meaning of Name: “Gaan-Ngai” translates to “festival of the winter season” (Gaan = winter, Ngai = festival).
Agricultural Context: A post-harvest festival, marking the end of agricultural activities when granaries are full.

S3. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Nag Mk 2 ATGM was developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) under India’s Integrated Missile Development Program.

Correct Answer: Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO)

Key points:

India Successfully Tests Nag Mk 2 Anti-Tank Missile
Type: Third-generation Anti-Tank Guided Missile
Technology: Fire-and-forget, Infrared target-locking
Speed: 230 meters per second

S4. Ans. (b)

Sol. M. Rajeshwar Rao has been appointed by the RBI to oversee the Monetary Policy and Economic Research Departments following Michael Patra’s departure

Correct Answer: M. Rajeshwar Rao

Key points:

M. Rajeshwar Rao, RBI Deputy Governor, assigned to lead the Monetary Policy and Economic Research Departments following Michael Patra’s term ending on January 15, 2025.
New Role: M. Rajeshwar Rao will oversee the Monetary Policy and Economic Research Departments temporarily.
Previous Holder: Michael Patra, served as Deputy Governor since 2020, concluded his tenure on January 15, 2025.

S5. Ans. (d)

Sol. Armed Forces Veterans’ Day is observed every year on January 14 to honor the selfless service and sacrifices of armed forces veterans.

Correct Answer: January 14

Key points:

Origins of Veterans’ Day: Celebrated since January 14, 2017, initiated by the Ministry of Defence to honor tri-services veterans and address their welfare, pensions, and resettlement issues.
Why January 14?: Commemorates Field Marshal K.M. Cariappa’s retirement on January 14, 1953. He was the first Indian Commander-in-Chief of the Indian Army and a pioneer of veterans’ welfare initiatives.
Connection to Army Day: January 15 marks Army Day, celebrating Field Marshal Cariappa taking command of the Indian Army in 1949, symbolizing military independence.

S6. Ans. (c)

Sol. Aparna Sen received the prestigious ‘Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award’ at the WBFJA Awards 2025 for her significant contributions to Indian cinema.

Correct Answer: Aparna Sen

Key points:

Awardee: Aparna Sen
Award Name: Satyajit Ray Lifetime Achievement Award
Contribution: Recognized for her invaluable impact on Indian cinema.
Speech: Aparna Sen expressed gratitude and encouraged contemporary Bengali filmmakers to carry forward the legacy of Bengali cinema.

S7. Ans. (b)

Sol. The Boda Tyohar festival is celebrated by the Hatti community, particularly the Hatti tribes residing in Himachal Pradesh’s Trans-Giri region.

Correct Answer: Hatti community

Key points:

The festival lasts for a month, beginning on Posh Dwadashi and concluding at the end of the ‘Magha’ month.
It is celebrated by the Hatti tribes residing in the Trans-Giri region.

S8. Ans. (b)

Sol. Indian Army Day is celebrated on January 15 each year, marking the foundation of the Indian Army.

Correct Answer: January 15

Key points:

The 77th Indian Army Day will be celebrated on January 15, 2025, under the theme “Samarth Bharat, Saksham Sena” (Empowered India, Capable Army).
Theme: “Samarth Bharat, Saksham Sena” (Empowered India, Capable Army)
Celebration Location: Pune (Army Day Parade to take place here for the first time)
Historical Background: Marks the leadership transition to Indian hands in 1949.

S9. Ans. (b)

Sol. India is set to host the 28th CSPOC in January 2026, as announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla.

Correct Answer: 2026

Key points:

India to host the 28th Commonwealth Parliamentary Conference (CSPOC) in 2026, announced by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, focusing on AI and social media in parliamentary processes.
Last Hosted by India: 2010
Previous Hosting Years: 1970-71, 1986, and 2010
Establishment of CSPOC: 1969, by Lucien Lamoureux, Speaker of the House of Commons of Canada
Frequency of CSPOC Conferences: Biennial

S10. Ans. (b)

Sol. The book was authored by Dr. K.S. Chauhan.

Correct Answer: Dr. K.S. Chauhan

Key points:

Book Title: “Parliament: Powers, Functions & Privileges; A Comparative Constitutional Perspective”
Main Book Themes
Role of Parliament in accountability
Parliamentary privileges and responsible use
Importance of dialogue, debate, and deliberation