Govt Job Daily Current Affairs MCQ Quiz 2nd November 2024

1. Who has recently become the fifth-highest wicket-taker for India in Test cricket?
A) Kapil Dev
B) Ravindra Jadeja
C) Ishant Sharma
D) Anil Kumble 

2. What significant event did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) announce on October 29, 2024?
A) Completion of gold mining
B) Transportation of 102 tonnes of gold from England
C) Introduction of a new currency
D) Increase in interest rates 

3. During which event did Union Minister Piyush Goyal inaugurate the “One District One Product” Wall?
A) G20 Summit
B) Visit to Saudi Arabia
C) Indian National Congress Session
D) AIFTA Meeting 

4. What was the total worth of projects inaugurated by Prime Minister Modi in Ekta Nagar, Gujarat?
A) ₹100 crore
B) ₹150 crore
C) ₹284 crore
D) ₹500 crore 

5. What was the main reason for Typhoon Kong-rey’s landfall in Taiwan?
A) A natural disaster warning
B) Evacuation of high-risk areas
C) Safety measures from authorities
D) Strong winds 

6. Which zoological park in Himachal Pradesh is set to achieve India’s first IGBC certification?
A) Kufri Zoo
B) Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park
C) Chhatbir Zoo
D) Nandankanan Zoo 

7. During ‘Deepotsav 2024’, what record did Ayodhya set with over 25 lakh diyas?
A) Largest gathering of people
B) Largest display of oil lamps
C) Highest number of tourists
D) Most cultural performances 

8. What is observed on November 2 each year?
A) International Day of Peace
B) International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
C) World Humanitarian Day
D) Global Education Day 

9. What date is celebrated as National Unity Day in India?
A) October 31
B) November 2
C) October 29
D) November 1 

10. What event did the Indian government plan to boost local products in international markets?
A) Make in India
B) One District One Product
C) Atmanirbhar Bharat
D) Digital India 

ANSWERS AND EXPLANATIONS

1. B) Ravindra Jadeja
Ravindra Jadeja achieved this milestone during the third Test match against New Zealand, surpassing Ishant Sharma.

2. B) Transportation of 102 tonnes of gold from England
The RBI successfully transported 102 tonnes of gold from the Bank of England to India for secure storage.

3. B) Visit to Saudi Arabia
Piyush Goyal inaugurated the ODOP Wall at the Indian Embassy in Riyadh during his visit.

4. B) It honors the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel. 
National Unity Day is celebrated on October 31st to pay tribute to Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who is known as the “Iron Man of India.” He played a crucial role in uniting the diverse princely states of India into a single nation after independence.

5. D) Strong winds
Typhoon Kong-rey brought strong winds and necessitated precautionary measures.

6. B) Durgesh Aranya Zoological Park
The park will become the first zoo in India to receive the IGBC certification.

7. B) Largest display of oil lamps
Ayodhya set the world record for the largest display of oil lamps during the event.

8. B) International Day to End Impunity for Crimes Against Journalists
This day advocates for the protection of journalists and highlights impunity for crimes against them.

9. A) October 31
National Unity Day is observed on October 31 to honor Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel’s birth anniversary.

10. B) One District One Product
The ‘One District One Product’ initiative promotes showcasing local products internationally.