Daily Current Affairs Quiz August 22, 2024
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1.India's Chandrayaan-3 Mission:- India's Chandrayaan-3 successfully landed on the Moon’s south pole, making India the first country to achieve this feat. This landmark mission is a significant advancement for India's space program and opens new opportunities for lunar exploration.
2.BRICS Summit 2024:- The BRICS Summit, held in South Africa, saw important discussions on expanding the group's membership and increasing cooperation in trade, technology, and geopolitical issues. The leaders of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa focused on establishing a new global financial architecture less reliant on Western institutions.
3.Global Economic Outlook:- Amid concerns over global inflation, central banks in major economies, including the US Federal Reserve and the European Central Bank, have signaled the potential for further interest rate hikes. This is to combat persistent inflation, which remains above target in several countries.
4.Maui Wildfire Aftermath:- The Hawaiian island of Maui is grappling with the aftermath of devastating wildfires. Recovery and rebuilding efforts are underway, with the US federal government pledging significant aid to support affected communities.
5.India's Performance in Asian Games:- India’s preparations for the 2024 Asian Games, to be held in Hangzhou, China, are in full swing. The country is aiming for a strong performance in multiple sports, including athletics, wrestling, and shooting, with several athletes emerging as medal contenders.
M . C . Q
1.Which country successfully landed on the Moon's south pole on August 22, 2024?
A) USA
B) Russia
C) China
D) India
Answer:- D) India
2.What is the name of India's mission that landed on the Moon's south pole?
A) Chandrayaan-2
B) Mangalyaan
C) Chandrayaan-3
D) Aditya-L1
Answer:- C) Chandrayaan-3
3.Where was the 2024 BRICS Summit held?
A) India
B) China
C) Brazil
D) South Africa
Answer:- D) South Africa
4.What significant discussion took place at the 2024 BRICS Summit?
A) Global health crisis
B) Expansion of BRICS membership
C) Nuclear disarmament
D) Climate change
Answer:- B) Expansion of BRICS membership
5.Which central banks signaled potential interest rate hikes due to persistent inflation?
A) Reserve Bank of India
B) US Federal Reserve
C) Bank of Japan
D) European Central Bank
Answer:- B) US Federal Reserve and D) European Central Bank
6.Which island in Hawaii was severely affected by wildfires in August 2024?
A) Oahu
B) Maui
C) Kauai
D) Big Island
Answer:- B) Maui
7.Which organization is spearheading recovery efforts in Maui following the wildfires?
A) United Nations
B) Hawaiian State Government
C) US Federal Government
D) Red Cross
Answer:- C) US Federal Government
8.Which country will host the 2024 Asian Games?
A) Japan
B) South Korea
C) China
D) Indonesia
Answer:- C) China
9.Which Indian sport is expected to be a strong contender for medals in the 2024 Asian Games?
A) Football
B) Cricket
C) Athletics
D) Tennis
Answer:- C) Athletics
10.Who is the current Chair of the BRICS group as of August 2024?
A) Brazil
B) Russia
C) China
D) South Africa
Answer:- D) South Africa
11.What is the primary objective of India’s Chandrayaan-3 mission?
A) To explore Mars
B) To study the Sun
C) To conduct a soft landing on the Moon
D) To launch a satellite into orbit
Answer:- C) To conduct a soft landing on the Moon
12.Which country is the first to successfully land on the Moon’s south pole?
A) USA
B) China
C) Russia
D) India
Answer:- D) India
13.Which sector was a major focus in discussions at the 2024 BRICS Summit?
A) Energy
B) Education
C) Trade and Technology
D) Sports
Answer:- C) Trade and Technology
14.Which financial measure is being considered by major economies to combat inflation in 2024?
A) Reducing taxes
B) Decreasing interest rates
C) Increasing interest rates
D) Printing more money
Answer:- C) Increasing interest rates
15.Which nation is the latest member of the BRICS group as of August 2024?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Argentina
C) Egypt
D) None of the above
Answer:- D) None of the above (No new member as of August 22, 2024)
16.Which US state declared a state of emergency due to wildfires in August 2024?
A) California
B) Oregon
C) Hawaii
D) Nevada
Answer:- C) Hawaii
17.Which Indian space agency is responsible for the Chandrayaan-3 mission?
A) NASA
B) ESA
C) ISRO
D) JAXA
Answer:- C) ISRO
18.Which country’s central bank is concerned about persistent inflation in August 2024?
A) USA
B) UK
C) Japan
D) India
Answer:- A) USA
19.Which event marks a significant achievement for India’s space exploration in August 2024?
A) Launch of a Mars orbiter
B) Successful launch of Gaganyaan
C) Moon landing by Chandrayaan-3
D) Launch of an indigenous satellite
Answer:- C) Moon landing by Chandrayaan-3
20.Which Indian athlete is seen as a medal contender in the 2024 Asian Games?
A) Neeraj Chopra
B) P.V. Sindhu
C) Mary Kom
D) Saina Nehwal
Answer:- A) Neeraj Chopra
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