Daily Current Affairs Quiz: April 21-22, 2024
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1. India recently signed an agreement with which country to operate a large research hub in New Delhi?
[A] Russia
[B] China
[C] Japan
[D] Indonesia
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Correct Answer: A [Russia]
Notes:
The Higher School of Economics in Russia and the University of Delhi signed a strategic cooperation agreement, establishing a joint research hub. New Delhi hosted the Indo-Russian Education Summit, a landmark event in bilateral relations, with 60 Russian universities participating from various regions. The summit aims to enhance educational ties and foster collaboration between India and Russia, marking a significant milestone in their partnership.
2. Recently, which country has tested the Pyoljji-1-2 anti-aircraft missile?
[A] Ukraine
[B] Iran
[C] North Korea
[D] Egypt
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Correct Answer: C [North Korea]
Notes:
On April 20, 2024, North Korea announced testing of Pyoljji-1-2 anti-aircraft and Hwasal-1 Ra-3 super large strategic cruise missiles in the West Sea of Korea. Conducted a day earlier, this test escalated tensions with South Korea and the USA. The Hwasal-1 Ra-3, capable of carrying nuclear warheads, underwent a power test. This follows a February 2024 test, and adds to recent missile tests, including a solid-fuel hypersonic missile, heightening regional tensions.
3. Capri city, recently seen in news, is located in which country?
[A] Iraq
[B] France
[C] Italy
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: C [Italy]
Notes:
The G-7 foreign ministers convened in Capri, Italy from April 17-19, 2024, led by Italian Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani. Amid Iran’s attack on Israel and ongoing conflicts in Gaza and Ukraine, they issued three communiques condemning Iran’s actions and pledging sanctions. Representatives from EU joined. The ministers urged de-escalation and called upon Iran and Israel to prevent further conflict. Italy, as G7 chair, hosted the crucial diplomatic gathering.
4. Recently, who has been appointed as the Director General of the National Security Guard (NSG)?
[A] Nayi Pankaj Kumar
[B] Suresh Chand Yadav
[C] Gajender Singh
[D] Nalin Prabhat
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Correct Answer: D [Nalin Prabhat]
Notes:
Nalin Prabhat, a senior IPS officer, has been named Director General of India’s National Security Guard (NSG), responsible for counter-terrorism and counter-hijack operations. Serving as Additional Director General of the CRPF in Jammu and Kashmir, he belongs to the 1992 IPS batch of Andhra Pradesh cadre. Appointed by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet until August 31, 2028, he succeeds Daljit Singh Chaudhary, who held additional charge of the NSG.
5. Nagorno-Karabakh Region, recently seen in the news, is located in which mountainous region?
[A] South Caucasus Range
[B] Sayans Range
[C] Verkhoyansk Range
[D] Chersky Range
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Correct Answer: A [South Caucasus Range]
Notes:
Russian peacekeepers are withdrawing from Nagorno-Karabakh after Azerbaijan regained control from Armenian separatists. Nagorno-Karabakh, also Artsakh, is a mountainous region in the South Caucasus, claimed by both Azerbaijan and Armenia since 1917. Although internationally recognized as part of Azerbaijan, it’s predominantly inhabited by ethnic Armenians with their own government. Both Armenians and Azerbaijanis have historical and religious ties to the region, leading to ongoing tension.
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