Daily Current Affairs Quiz: May 7, 2024
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1. Recently, where was the 26th ASEAN-Indian Senior Officials’ meeting held?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Jaipur
[C] Chennai
[D] Hyderabad
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Correct Answer: A [New Delhi]
Notes:
The 26th ASEAN-India Senior Officials’ Meeting in New Delhi, co-chaired by Jaideep Mazumdar and Albert Chua, reviewed ASEAN-India relations, focusing on political-security, economic, and socio-cultural engagement. They discussed implementing the Prime Ministers’ 12-Point Proposal to strengthen the ASEAN-India Comprehensive Strategic Partnership. Preparation for the upcoming ASEAN-India Summit in Vientiane, Laos, was also discussed. ASEAN appreciated India’s support for ASEAN and regional architecture.
2. What is ‘MQ-9B Predator’, recently seen in the news?
[A] A technique used to remove pest from crop
[B] High Altitude Unmanned Aerial Vehicle
[C] Nuclear Ballistic Submarine
[D] Earth Observation Satellite
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Correct Answer: B [High Altitude Unmanned Aerial Vehicle]
Notes:
India will acquire MQ-9B Predator drones from the US, deploying them in Tamil Nadu and Uttar Pradesh. Developed by General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, it’s a high-altitude, long-endurance armed UAV. Used by the US for surveillance and airstrikes, it has two variants: SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian. The latter has been utilized by the Indian Navy since 2020.
3. Recently, which country clinched Men’s AFC U-23 Asian Cup 2024 by defeating Uzbekistan?
[A] China
[B] Indonesia
[C] Japan
[D] Kazakhstan
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Correct Answer: C [Japan]
Notes:
Japan secured their second Men’s AFC U-23 Asian Cup title by defeating Uzbekistan in the final match held in Doha, Qatar. The solitary goal scored by substitute Yamada, secured Japan’s victory and a spot in the 2024 Paris Olympics. The Japanese goalkeeper’s crucial penalty saves ensured their win. Iraq claimed the bronze medal after defeating Indonesia in the semifinals.
4. Recently, José Raúl Mulino has been elected as the new President of which country?
[A] Guatemala
[B] Cuba
[C] Panama
[D] Nicaragua
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Correct Answer: C [Panama]
Notes:
José Raúl Mulino, 64, wins Panama’s presidential election with nearly 35% of votes and a 9% lead over rivals. Outgoing president, Laurentino Cortizo, congratulates him. The election, held on May 5, 2024, saw Mulino stand in for Ricardo Martinelli, who faced legal troubles. Mulino, supported by Martinelli’s party, acknowledges his assistance. Martinelli fled after a money laundering conviction. Elections also chose parliament and local governments for the next five years.
5. Which asset management company has recently launched India’s first Nifty Non-Cyclical Index Fund?
[A] Groww Mutual Fund
[B] Axis Mutual Fund
[C] UTI Mutual Fund
[D] Invesco Mutual Fund
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Correct Answer: A [Groww Mutual Fund]
Notes:
Groww Mutual Fund recently introduced India’s inaugural Nifty Non-Cyclical Consumer Index Fund. This mutual fund aims for long-term capital growth by investing in securities from the Nifty Non-Cyclical Consumer Index (TRI), comprising 30 companies less affected by economic instability. Non-cyclical stocks, also termed defensive stocks, sustain demand irrespective of economic fluctuations, catering to daily consumer necessities like food and utilities, making them resilient investment choices.
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