Current Affairs Quiz UPSC SSC Defence Rail: October 30, 2024

Current Affairs Quiz 30 OCT

• Ballon d'Or 2024

• Ayurvedic Day

• New AAI Chief

• Culture & AI 2026

• Bharat Mata Sarovar

• Best Bank

• Wade's Retirement

• Digital Memorial

• Rule of Law Index

• Chirag Chikara

Q1: Which female footballer has been given the Ballon d'Or Award 2024?

A) Alexia Putellas

B) Aitana Bonmatí

C) Sophia Smith

D) Caroline Graham Hansen

Answer: B) Aitana Bonmatí
Explanation: Aitana Bonmatí won the 2024 Ballon d'Or Féminin due to her incredible season, marked by key contributions to FC Barcelona’s success and Spain’s World Cup win. Her vision, playmaking skills, and consistent performance throughout the year established her as one of the top players in women’s football.

Q2: The Ayurvedic Day was celebrated on 29th October, what is the theme of the 9th Ayurvedic Day?

A) Ayurveda for Global Wellness

B) Ayurveda and Holistic Health

C) Ayurveda Innovations for Global Health

D) Ayurveda and Preventive Care

Answer: C) Ayurveda Innovations for Global Health
Explanation: The theme "Ayurveda Innovations for Global Health" was chosen to emphasize Ayurveda's role in addressing worldwide health issues through innovation. This theme highlights Ayurveda's importance in modern healthcare, promoting research and integration into mainstream health practices to tackle challenges such as chronic disease, mental health, and antimicrobial resistance.

Q3: Who took over as the Chairman of Airport Authority of India in October 2024?

A) Sanjeev Kumar

B) Jyotiraditya Scindia

C) Vikram Dev Dutt

D) Vipin Kumar

Answer: D) Vipin Kumar
Explanation: Vipin Kumar was appointed as the new Chairman of the Airports Authority of India (AAI) in October 2024. His extensive experience in civil aviation is expected to guide the AAI’s development of infrastructure, modernization of airports, and implementation of new policies.

Q4: India and which country will jointly celebrate the year 2026 as the Year of Culture, Tourism, and Artificial Intelligence?

A) Japan

B) France

C) United Kingdom

D) Spain

Answer: D) Spain
Explanation: India and Spain will jointly celebrate 2026 as the "Year of Culture, Tourism, and Artificial Intelligence," aiming to strengthen diplomatic ties and promote cultural exchange.

Q5: In which state did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate Bharat Mata Sarovar recently?

A) Uttar Pradesh

B) Gujarat

C) Madhya Pradesh

D) Rajasthan

Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Bharat Mata Sarovar in Gujarat, symbolizing national pride and cultural heritage.

Q6: Which Bank of India is awarded the Best Award for the year 2024 by Global Finance Magazine?

A) State Bank of India

B) Bank of Baroda

C) HDFC Bank

D) ICICI Bank

Answer: A) State Bank of India
Explanation: The State Bank of India (SBI) has been awarded the Best Bank in India for the year 2024 by Global Finance Magazine, highlighting its leadership and commitment to innovation.

Q7: Which country's player Matthew Wade announced his retirement?

A) Australia

B) England

C) South Africa

D) New Zealand

Answer: A) Australia
Explanation: Matthew Wade, the Australian cricketer, announced his retirement from international cricket after a notable career.

Q8: In which place did the Railway Protection Force (RPF) launch the 'Digital Memorial of Valor'?

A) Mumbai

B) New Delhi

C) Kolkata

D) Bengaluru

Answer: B) New Delhi
Explanation: The Railway Protection Force launched the 'Digital Memorial of Valor' in New Delhi to honor the bravery of its personnel.

Q9: What is the rank of India in the World Justice Project (WJP) "Rule of Law Index-2023"?

A) 66th

B) 79th

C) 73rd

D) 85th

Answer: B) 79th
Explanation: In the "Rule of Law Index 2023," India ranks 79th out of 140 countries, highlighting challenges in governance and judicial processes.

Q10: Indian wrestler Chirag Chikara won the gold medal in which category of the Under 23 Wrestling World Championship 2024?

A) 57 kg Freestyle

B) 70 kg Freestyle

C) 79 kg Freestyle

D) 86 kg Freestyle

Answer: A) 57 kg Freestyle
Explanation: Chirag Chikara won the gold medal in the 57 kg Freestyle category at the Under 23 Wrestling World Championship 2024 held in Istanbul, Turkey.