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Test Your Knowledge with Our Daily Current Affairs Quiz - April 8th, 2024

April 8th Current Affairs Quiz in English For Competitive Exams

Stay informed about the latest happenings around the world with our daily current affairs quiz! Test your knowledge on various topics like business, international relations, science & technology, and more.

This quiz covers news from April 8th, 2024, and includes interesting multiple-choice questions to challenge your understanding of current events. So, put on your thinking cap and get ready to learn something new!

International
Proposal to Include Japan in AUKUS

1. Which countries are part of AUKUS?
(a) USA, Australia, Japan
(b) USA, United Kingdom, Canada
(c) USA, Australia, Britain
(d) USA, India, Japan

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- Answer: c

2. What is the main objective of AUKUS?
(a) To counter China's growing influence in the South China Sea
(b) To collaborate in space exploration
(c) To enhance cybersecurity
(d) To stabilize the global economy

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- Answer: a

3. What is the primary reason for Japan to join AUKUS?
(a) To deter military aggression from China
(b) To leverage nuclear submarines for surveillance
(c) To safeguard navigation freedom in the South China Sea
(d) To synchronize research in Artificial Intelligence (AI)

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- Answer: c

Persons
Bilquis Mir: India's First Female Olympic Jury Member

1. In which sport did Bilquis Mir participate?
(a) Cricket
(b) Canoeing
(c) Tennis
(d) Hockey

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- Answer: b

2. In the Paris Olympics, what role is Bilquis Mir currently holding?
(a) Athlete
(b) Coach
(c) Jury Member
(d) Commentator

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- Answer: c

3. In which sporting event did Bilquis Mir serve as a jury member previously?
(a) 2020 Tokyo Olympics
(b) 2022 Asian Games in Kanchanbagh
(c) 2023 Asian Games
(d) 2024 Summer Paralympics

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- Answer: c

4. Who is the new CEO of Wipro?
(a) Thierry Delaporte
(b) Srinivas Palliyar

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- Answer: b

5. Who won the recent presidential elections in Slovakia?
(a) Robert Fico
(b) Peter Pellegrini
(c) Eva Kučinová

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- Answer: b

6. Who is the Prime Minister of Slovakia?
(a) Robert Fico
(b) Peter Pellegrini
(c) Eva Kučinová

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- Answer: a

Science & Technology

1. How many new products have been added to the GI Registry of India in March 2024?
(a) 17
(b) 22
(c) 27
(d) 32

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- Answer: b

2. From how many states did the new GI tags come?
(a) 8
(b) 10
(c) 12
(d) 14

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- Answer: c

3. Which state does Banarasi Shehnai belong to?
(a) Assam
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) Tripura
(d) Meghalaya

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- Answer: b

4. Pachra-Rignai belongs to which state's tradition?
(a) Assam
(b) Uttar Pradesh
(c) Tripura
(d) Meghalaya

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- Answer: c

5. What is Meghalaya Chubitchi?
(a) A type of terracotta pot
(b) A traditional musical instrument
(c) A handwoven textile
(d) An alcoholic beverage