Part-1
In a remarkable achievement, Professor B.R. Kamboj, Vice
Chaudhary Charan Singh Chancellor of Haryana
Agricultural University has been awarded
The prestigious M.S. Swaminathan Award. this recognition
His significant contribution is appreciated as
Scientists and extension specialists in the field of agricultural sciences.
• Hero MotoCorp, the world’s largest two-wheeler
The creator has made significant waves in the water
Received CII National Award for Conservation
Excellence in Water Management and Ambitious Establishment
Target to become 500% water positive by 2025.
• The New Year Honors List for 2024 has been accepted
Outstanding contribution of individuals in various fields
Field in the UK. Recipients of prestigious honors include
Professor Adrian Michael Cruz, a pioneer in space
Particularly known for his role in science research
Gravitational Wave Research Group at the University
Birmingham. This honor highlights his services
location and places him with other influential personalities
UK area of astronomy.
Question: What field has Prof. B.R. Kamboj been recognized for in receiving the M.S. Swaminathan Award?
a) Astrophysics
b) Agronomy
c) Water Management
d) Extension Specialist
Answer: b) Agronomy
Question: Which university is Professor Adrian Michael Cruise associated with in the New Year Honours list for 2024?
a) University of Birmingham
b) Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University
c) Cambridge University
d) Oxford University
Answer: a) University of Birmingham
Question: What award did Hero MotoCorp receive for its achievements in water conservation?
a) Nobel Prize in Physics
b) CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management
c) M.S. Swaminathan Award
d) New Year Honours Award
Answer: b) CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management
Question: What is Hero MotoCorp’s goal for water conservation by the year 2025?
a) 100% water positive
b) 200% water positive
c) 300% water positive
d) 500% water positive
Answer: d) 500% water positive
Question: In which country did Professor Adrian Michael Cruise contribute significantly to space science research?
a) India
b) United Kingdom
c) United States
d) Australia
Answer: b) United Kingdom
Question: What is the notable achievement of Professor B.R. Kamboj mentioned in the passage?
a) Nobel Prize in Chemistry
b) M.S. Swaminathan Award
c) CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management
d) New Year Honours Award
Answer: b) M.S. Swaminathan Award
Question: What is the specific field of research for which Professor Adrian Michael Cruise is recognized in the New Year Honours list?
a) Water Conservation
b) Space Science Research
c) Agronomy
d) Astrophysics
Answer: b) Space Science Research
Question: Which organization awarded Hero MotoCorp the CII National Award for Excellence in Water Management?
a) NASA
b) UNESCO
c) CII (Confederation of Indian Industry)
d) FAO (Food and Agriculture Organization)
Answer: c) CII (Confederation of Indian Industry)
Question: What university is Prof. B.R. Kamboj affiliated with as the Vice Chancellor?
a) University of Birmingham
b) Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University
c) Cambridge University
d) Oxford University
Answer: b) Chaudhary Charan Singh Haryana Agricultural University
Question: What is the role of Professor Adrian Michael Cruise in the New Year Honours list for 2024?
a) Vice Chancellor
b) Extension Specialist
c) Gravitational Wave Researcher
d) Water Management Expert
Answer: c) Gravitational Wave Researcher
Part-2
The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the awardees of the prestigious ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puraskar’ for the year 2023. These awards serve as recognition of the commendable contributions made by corporate entities, sports control boards, NGOs and sports bodies. At both state and national levels. His efforts have contributed significantly to the promotion and development of sports in India.
Additionally, the National Institute of Construction Management and Research (NICMAR) located in Hyderabad has recently achieved the prestigious Platinum Certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) through its Green Campus Rating Programme. This remarkable achievement underlines NICMAR Hyderabad’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and incorporating environment-friendly practices into its campus operations and infrastructure.
Question: What is the focus of the ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ awards for the year 2023?
a) Academic achievements
b) Cultural contributions
c) Promotion and development of sports
d) Environmental conservation
Answer: c) Promotion and development of sports
Question: Who are among the potential recipients of the ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ awards?
a) Only individuals
b) Corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies
c) Government officials
d) Educational institutions
Answer: b) Corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies
Question: What location is mentioned in relation to the National Institute of Construction Management and Research (NICMAR)?
a) Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Hyderabad
d) Bangalore
Answer: c) Hyderabad
Question: What certification has NICMAR Hyderabad received from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)?
a) Gold certification
b) Silver certification
c) Platinum certification
d) Diamond certification
Answer: c) Platinum certification
Question: Under which program did NICMAR Hyderabad receive its recent certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC)?
a) Sustainable Campus Initiative
b) Green Infrastructure Accreditation
c) Eco-Friendly Campus Recognition
d) Green Campus Rating program
Answer: d) Green Campus Rating program
Question: What does the Platinum certification awarded to NICMAR Hyderabad signify?
a) Academic excellence
b) Commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices
c) Outstanding sports achievements
d) Technological innovation
Answer: b) Commitment to sustainability and eco-friendly practices
Question: Which city is NICMAR Hyderabad located in?
a) Mumbai
b) Delhi
c) Hyderabad
d) Kolkata
Answer: c) Hyderabad
Question: What is the ministry responsible for unveiling the ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ awards?
a) Ministry of Environment
b) Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs
c) Ministry of Education
d) Ministry of Culture
Answer: b) Ministry of Sports and Youth Affairs
Question: What is the primary focus of the Platinum certification awarded by IGBC to NICMAR Hyderabad?
a) Academic achievements
b) Infrastructure design
c) Sustainability and eco-friendly practices
d) Cultural contributions
Answer: c) Sustainability and eco-friendly practices
Question: According to the passage, who contributes to the commendable efforts recognized by the ‘Rashtriya Khel Protsahan Puruskar’ awards?
a) Only government bodies
b) Only educational institutions
c) Corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies
d) Only individual athletes
Answer: c) Corporate entities, Sports Control Boards, NGOs, and sports bodies
Part-3
In a ceremony filled with touching moments, President Draupadi Murmu posthumously honored Savita Kanswal with the prestigious Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award. This honor given to her father Radheshyam Kanswal is a tribute to Savita’s outstanding achievements in the field of mountaineering.
In a celebratory atmosphere, Deepa Bhandare, associated with Shri Dutta Cooperative Sugar Factory (SSK), Shirol Taluka, Kolhapur, created history by winning the prestigious Best Environment Officer Award at the event. This honor given by VSI President Sharad Pawar is a significant occasion as Bhandare becomes the only woman to receive this honor in the extensive and illustrious history of Maharashtra’s sugar industry. (Please see full article for more details.)
Additionally, an unprecedented moment occurred when Second Lieutenant Madison Marsh, a US Air Force officer, won the title of Miss America. This is the first instance of an active-duty service member earning this prestigious designation, which has been confirmed by the Air Force.
Question: Who posthumously received the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award in the heart-touching ceremony?
a) Savita Kanswal
b) Radheshyam Kanswal
c) President Draupadi Murmu
d) Tenzing Norgay
Answer: a) Savita Kanswal
Question: To whom was the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award conferred in the ceremony?
a) Radheshyam Kanswal
b) Deepa Bhandare
c) Savita Kanswal
d) Second Lt. Madison Marsh
Answer: a) Radheshyam Kanswal
Question: What field did Savita Kanswal excel in to receive the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award?
a) Agriculture
b) Mountaineering
c) Environmental Conservation
d) Literature
Answer: b) Mountaineering
Question: Which cooperative sugar factory is associated with Deepa Bhandare, the recipient of the Best Environment Officer Award?
a) Shirol taluka
b) VSI Chairman
c) Shri Datta Cooperative Sugar Factory (SSK)
d) Kolhapur
Answer: c) Shri Datta Cooperative Sugar Factory (SSK)
Question: Who conferred the Best Environment Officer Award upon Deepa Bhandare at the ceremony?
a) Sharad Pawar
b) Madison Marsh
c) Draupadi Murmu
d) Tenzing Norgay
Answer: a) Sharad Pawar
Question: In which taluka is the Shri Datta Cooperative Sugar Factory (SSK) located?
a) Shirol taluka
b) Kolhapur taluka
c) Pune taluka
d) Mumbai taluka
Answer: a) Shirol taluka
Question: What makes Deepa Bhandare’s achievement historic in the context of Maharashtra’s sugar industry?
a) First woman to receive the award
b) First to win the Best Environment Officer Award
c) First to receive the Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award
d) First woman in the history of the sugar industry to receive the accolade
Answer: d) First woman in the history of the sugar industry to receive the accolade
Question: Who confirmed that Second Lt. Madison Marsh, an officer in the U.S. Air Force, was crowned Miss America?
a) Air Force
b) Sharad Pawar
c) Draupadi Murmu
d) VSI Chairman
Answer: a) Air Force
Question: What is the groundbreaking achievement of Second Lt. Madison Marsh mentioned in the passage?
a) Best Environment Officer Award
b) Tenzing Norgay National Adventure Award
c) Miss America title
d) U.S. Air Force Officer of the Year
Answer: c) Miss America title
Question: According to the passage, what is the significance of Second Lt. Madison Marsh’s win in the Miss America pageant?
a) She is the first woman to win the title
b) She is the first active-duty service member to win the title
c) She is the youngest winner in the pageant’s history
d) She is the first officer from the U.S. Air Force to win
Answer: b) She is the first active-duty service member to win the title
Part-4
REC Limited, a prestigious Maharatna Public Sector Unit and a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) operating under the Ministry of Power, has received esteemed recognition by being awarded the ‘Plaque’ at the ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting. This approval is exclusively in the category of ‘Financial Services Sector (other than Banking and Insurance)’ for the financial year 2022-23.
At a glittering ceremony at the Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Awards, FIFA President Gianni Infantino was presented with the prestigious International Sports Personality of the Year award. The event, which has been acknowledging notable achievements in the field of sport since its inception in 2009, is inspired by the passion for sport displayed by Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum.
Adding to the series of honours, former Chief Justice of India and current Rajya Sabha MP Ranjan Gogoi is expected to receive the prestigious ‘Assam Baibhav’ award. This prestigious honour, Assam’s highest civilian award, was announced by Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma. Gogoi’s significant contributions to the field of justice and jurisprudence have been highlighted, and the award ceremony is scheduled to take place on February 10.
Question: Which organization honored REC Limited with the prestigious ‘Plaque’ at the ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting?
a) FIFA
b) Ministry of Power
c) Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Awards
d) International Sports Personality of the Year
Answer: b) Ministry of Power
Question: In which category did REC Limited receive recognition at the ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting?
a) Banking and Insurance
b) Financial Services Sector (Other than Banking and Insurance)
c) Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)
d) Maharatna Public Sector Unit
Answer: b) Financial Services Sector (Other than Banking and Insurance)
Question: Who was honored with the International Sports Personality of the Year award at the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Awards?
a) Ranjan Gogoi
b) Gianni Infantino
c) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum
d) Himanta Biswa Sarma
Answer: b) Gianni Infantino
Question: What inspired the Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum Creative Sports Awards, where Gianni Infantino received the International Sports Personality of the Year award?
a) FIFA
b) Ranjan Gogoi
c) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s love of sport
d) ICAI Awards
Answer: c) Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum’s love of sport
Question: Which financial year was considered for the recognition of REC Limited at the ICAI Awards for Excellence in Financial Reporting?
a) 2021-22
b) 2022-23
c) 2023-24
d) 2024-25
Answer: b) 2022-23
Question: Who announced the ‘Assam Baibhav’ award for Ranjan Gogoi?
a) Chief Justice of India
b) Gianni Infantino
c) Himanta Biswa Sarma
d) Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum
Answer: c) Himanta Biswa Sarma
Question: What is the highest civilian award in Assam, set to be conferred upon Ranjan Gogoi?
a) Assam Ratna
b) Assam Vibhushan
c) Assam Seva Medal
d) Assam Baibhav
Answer: d) Assam Baibhav
Question: When is the award ceremony for the ‘Assam Baibhav’ award scheduled to take place?
a) February 10
b) March 15
c) April 5
d) May 20
Answer: a) February 10
Question: Which sports organization is associated with Gianni Infantino, who received the International Sports Personality of the Year award?
a) NBA (National Basketball Association)
b) FIFA (Fédération Internationale de Football Association)
c) IOC (International Olympic Committee)
d) ICC (International Cricket Council)
Answer: b) FIFA
Question: Under which ministry does REC Limited operate as a prominent Maharatna Public Sector Unit and a leading Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC)?
a) Ministry of Sports
b) Ministry of Finance
c) Ministry of Power
d) Ministry of Justice
Answer: c) Ministry of Power
Part-5
During the Asian Shooting Championships 2024 held in Jakarta, Indonesia, Rhythm Sangwan achieved a remarkable feat by securing a bronze medal in the women’s 25m pistol event. The win not only added to India’s medal tally but also earned the country an additional shooting quota for the Paris 2024 Olympics, the 16th such quota for India. This achievement surpassed the previous record of 15 quotas set during the Tokyo 2020 Games.
Looking at the landscape of winter sports, the 9th Asian Winter Games proposed in 2025 has entered an exciting phase with the revelation of its core symbols including the official slogan, emblem and mascot. The slogan, “Winter Dream, Love Between Asia,” reflects the unity and sportsmanship of the Games. The mascots, “Binbin” and “Nini”, two adorable Siberian tiger cubs, symbolize the heart and soul of the event. The official emblem, named “Breakthrough”, stands as a creative masterpiece that seamlessly blends Chinese cultural elements with Olympic symbols. The unveiling marks an important step in anticipation of the upcoming 9th Asian Winter Games.
Question: In which city did the Asian Shooting Championships 2024 take place?
a) Tokyo
b) Jakarta
c) Beijing
d) New Delhi
Answer: b) Jakarta
Question: What type of medal did Rhythm Sangwan secure in the Asian Shooting Championships 2024?
a) Gold
b) Silver
c) Bronze
d) Platinum
Answer: c) Bronze
Question: In which event did Rhythm Sangwan secure a bronze medal at the Asian Shooting Championships 2024?
a) 10m Air Rifle
b) 25m Pistol
c) Trap Shooting
d) Skeet Shooting
Answer: b) 25m Pistol
Question: How many shooting quotas has India secured for the Paris 2024 Olympics through Rhythm Sangwan’s achievement?
a) 10
b) 15
c) 16
d) 20
Answer: c) 16
Question: What Olympic Games were the previous shooting quotas of 15 set for?
a) Paris 2024
b) Beijing 2022
c) Tokyo 2020
d) Rio 2016
Answer: c) Tokyo 2020
Question: Which Asian country is set to host the 9th Asian Winter Games in 2025?
a) China
b) Japan
c) South Korea
d) Indonesia
Answer: a) China
Question: What is the official slogan of the 9th Asian Winter Games?
a) “Unity in Winter, Joy across Asia”
b) “Dream of Winter, Love among Asia”
c) “Winter Dreams, Asian Passion”
d) “Harmony in Winter, Friendship in Asia”
Answer: b) “Dream of Winter, Love among Asia”
Question: How many mascots are there for the 9th Asian Winter Games?
a) One
b) Three
c) Two
d) Four
Answer: c) Two
Question: What are the names of the mascots for the 9th Asian Winter Games?
a) Bing and Dong
b) Binbin and Nini
c) Winter and Passion
d) Frosty and Blizzard
Answer: b) Binbin and Nini
Question: What is the name of the official emblem for the 9th Asian Winter Games?
a) Winter Harmony
b) Olympic Breakthrough
c) Unity in Snow
d) Breakthrough
Answer: d) Breakthrough
Part-6
Indian wrestling’s rising star Aman Sehrawat made a remarkable impact at the Zagreb Open 2024 and won the gold medal in the 57 kg category of the men’s singles event. Displaying extraordinary skills, the 20-year-old wrestler displayed dominance by defeating China’s Zou Wanhao 10-0 in the final, winning through technical superiority. This impressive win marked a great start to Sehrawat’s journey in the year 2024.
In another sporting highlight, Real Madrid faced a high-risk encounter against Barcelona, emerging victorious with a 4–1 score. This important match was part of the Spanish Super Cup final to be held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia on January 14, 2024.
Focusing on cricket, Team India captain Rohit Sharma etched his name in the annals of cricket history. He achieved a historic feat by becoming the first male player to appear in 150 T20 International matches. This remarkable feat was achieved during the second T20 match against Afghanistan held at the Holkar Cricket Stadium, adding another extraordinary feat to Rohit’s illustrious career.
Question: At which event did Aman Sehrawat win a gold medal in the 57 kg category of the men’s singles wrestling?
a) Rio Olympics
b) Zagreb Open 2024
c) Commonwealth Games
d) Asian Games
Answer: b) Zagreb Open 2024
Question: In which category did Aman Sehrawat secure a gold medal at the Zagreb Open 2024?
a) 65 kg
b) 57 kg
c) 74 kg
d) 86 kg
Answer: b) 57 kg
Question: How did Aman Sehrawat secure victory in the final at the Zagreb Open 2024?
a) Pinfall
b) Submission
c) Technical superiority
d) Decision
Answer: c) Technical superiority
Question: Who did Aman Sehrawat defeat in the final at the Zagreb Open 2024?
a) Rohit Sharma
b) Zou Wanhao
c) Real Madrid
d) Team India
Answer: b) Zou Wanhao
Question: In which country did the Zagreb Open 2024 take place?
a) India
b) China
c) Croatia
d) Saudi Arabia
Answer: c) Croatia
Question: Which football club won 4-1 against Barcelona in the Spanish Super Cup final on January 14, 2024?
a) Barcelona
b) Real Madrid
c) Team India
d) Zagreb Open FC
Answer: b) Real Madrid
Question: When did the Real Madrid vs. Barcelona game take place in the Spanish Super Cup final?
a) January 14, 2022
b) January 14, 2023
c) January 14, 2024
d) January 14, 2025
Answer: c) January 14, 2024
Question: Where did the Real Madrid vs. Barcelona game of the Spanish Super Cup final occur?
a) Madrid, Spain
b) Barcelona, Spain
c) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
d) Zagreb, Croatia
Answer: c) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Question: Against which team did Rohit Sharma achieve the milestone of featuring in 150 T20 International matches?
a) Pakistan
b) Afghanistan
c) Australia
d) England
Answer: b) Afghanistan
Question: Where did Rohit Sharma achieve the milestone of playing in his 150th T20 International match?
a) Wankhede Stadium
b) Holkar Cricket Stadium
c) Lord’s Cricket Ground
d) Sydney Cricket Ground
Answer: b) Holkar Cricket Stadium
Part-7.
Indian cricket team captain Rohit Sharma has made
Created history by becoming the first batsman to score five runs
Century in T20 International (T20I). it was a milestone
Achieved during the third T20I match against Afghanistan
Bengaluru 17 January 2024.
Question: What historic feat did Rohit Sharma achieve in T20 Internationals?
a) First batsman to score five centuries
b) Highest run-scorer in a single match
c) Fastest fifty in T20 Internationals
d) Most sixes in T20 Internationals
Answer: a) First batsman to score five centuries
Question: Against which team did Rohit Sharma achieve the milestone of scoring five centuries in T20 Internationals?
a) Pakistan
b) Australia
c) Afghanistan
d) England
Answer: c) Afghanistan
Question: In which city did the historic third T20I match take place where Rohit Sharma scored his fifth century?
a) Delhi
b) Mumbai
c) Bengaluru
d) Kolkata
Answer: c) Bengaluru
Question: On which date did Rohit Sharma achieve the milestone of scoring five centuries in T20 Internationals?
a) January 15, 2024
b) January 16, 2024
c) January 17, 2024
d) January 18, 2024
Answer: c) January 17, 2024
Question: What is Rohit Sharma’s role in the Indian cricket team?
a) Bowler
b) Wicketkeeper
c) Captain
d) All-rounder
Answer: c) Captain
Question: How many centuries did Rohit Sharma score in the T20I match against Afghanistan?
a) One
b) Two
c) Three
d) Five
Answer: a) One
Question: Which format of cricket did Rohit Sharma make history in by scoring five centuries?
a) Test
b) One Day International (ODI)
c) T20 International (T20I)
d) T10
Answer: c) T20 International (T20I)
Question: What is the significance of Rohit Sharma’s achievement in T20 Internationals?
a) Highest run-scorer
b) First to take a hat-trick
c) First to score five centuries
d) Most wickets in T20 Internationals
Answer: c) First to score five centuries
Question: In which year did Rohit Sharma achieve the milestone of scoring five centuries in T20 Internationals?
a) 2022
b) 2023
c) 2024
d) 2025
Answer: c) 2024
Question: Against which team did Rohit Sharma score his first T20 International century?
a) Australia
b) Sri Lanka
c) South Africa
d) England
Answer: b) Sri Lanka
