Govt Job Daily Current Affairs MCQ Quiz 8th November 2024

1. Which country has the most powerful passport according to the October 2024 Henley Passport Index?
a) France
b) Germany
c) Singapore
d) United States 

2. What is the date for the 2nd edition of the Indian Military Heritage Festival in 2024?
a) November 1, 2024
b) November 5, 2024
c) November 8, 2024
d) November 15, 2024

3. What is the primary goal of the millimeter wave transceiver being developed by C-DOT and IIT Roorkee?
a) Increase internet access in urban areas 
b) Boost 5G connectivity in rural areas
c) Develop low-cost smartphones
d) Enhance satellite communication 

4. As of 2023, what is the global solar capacity surge since 2000 according to the ISA’s 7th Assembly reports?
a) From 500 GW to 1,418.97 GW
b) From 1.22 GW to 1,418.97 GW
c) From 2 GW to 3.5 GW
d) From 1,000 GW to 2,000 GW 

5. What initiative did the State Bank of India (SBI) launch at the Singapore Fintech Festival?
a) SBI Digital Wallet
b) SBI Innovation Hub
c) SBI Green Initiative
d) SBI Mobile Banking App 

6. Which of the following universities is NOT among India’s top 10 universities according to the QS Asia Rankings 2025?
a) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB)
b) Indian Institute of Science (IISc)
c) Harvard University
d) Indian Institute of Technology Delhi (IITD) 

7. What type of bonds has the Reserve Bank of India designated for non-resident investments?
a) Corporate Bonds
b) 10-year Sovereign Green Bonds
c) 5-year Treasury Bills
d) Fixed Deposit Bonds 

8. Who secured the world No. 2 spot in live chess ratings on November 7, 2024?
a) Magnus Carlsen
b) Fabiano Caruana
c) Hikaru Nakamura
d) Arjun Erigaisi 

9. What significant discovery is commemorated on World Radiology Day?
a) The invention of MRIs
b) The discovery of X-rays
c) The advancement in CT scans
d) The development of ultrasound technology 

10. What did Russian President Vladimir Putin commend Donald Trump for during his congratulatory remarks after the U.S. election results?
a) His negotiation skills regarding the Ukraine crisis
b) His strong economic policies
c) His bravery during a July assassination attempt
d) His commitment to renewable energy 

ANSWERS & EXPLANATIONS

1. c) Singapore
Singapore retained its title as the world’s most powerful passport, offering visa-free access to 195 countries.

2. C) November 8, 2024
The Indian Military Heritage Festival (IMHF) is scheduled to start on November 8, 2024, in New Delhi, as mentioned in the announcement regarding the event.

3. b) Boost 5G connectivity in rural areas
The transceiver aims to improve high-speed 5G communication in rural areas.

4. b) From 1.22 GW to 1,418.97 GW 
The global solar capacity surged from 1.22 GW in 2000 to 1,418.97 GW in 2023.

5. b) SBI Innovation Hub
Explanation: SBI launched the ‘SBI Innovation Hub’ at the Singapore Fintech Festival to foster innovation in financial solutions.

6. c) Harvard University
Explanation: Harvard University is based in the USA and does not belong to India’s top universities.

7. b) 10-year Sovereign Green Bonds
The RBI designated 10-year Sovereign Green Bonds for inclusion under the Fully Accessible Route for non-residents.

8. d) Arjun Erigaisi
Arjun Erigaisi reached world No. 2 in chess ratings after his victory in the Chennai Grand Masters tournament.

9. b) The discovery of X-rays
World Radiology Day honors Wilhelm Conrad Röntgen’s discovery of X-rays in 1895.

10. c) His bravery during a July assassination attempt
Putin praised Trump for his bravery during assassination attempt.