Current Affairs Today - Latest Current Affairs Questions 2024

Lek Ladki Yojana has been started by which state government?
(A) Rajasthan
(B) Maharashtra
(C) Punjab
(D) Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Maharashtra government has started a new scheme for girls. The name of this scheme is Lek Ladki Yojana. Under the scheme, girls will be provided financial security.
Which player has been selected by ICC as the most impactful fielder so far in the World Cup 2023?
(A) K.L. Rahul
(B) Virat Kohli
(C) Rohit Sharma
(D) Imran Khan
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
ICC has placed Virat Kohli at the first position. Also, England's Root has been placed second and Australia's Warner has been placed third.
Recently, by how much percent has the government increased the Dearness Allowance (DA) for central employees?
(A) 04 percent
(B) 08 percent
(C) 05 percent
(D) 07 percent
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
After the Union Cabinet of Narendra Modi Government (Modi Govt) increased the dearness allowance of central employees by 4 percent (4% DA Hike), now it has increased to 46 percent. Its benefits will be available from July 1, 2023.
When is ‘World Food Day’ celebrated?
(A) 20 October
(B) 16 October
(C) 22 October
(D) 14 October
Correct Answer : B
What is the name of the country's first rapid train?
(A) Vishal India
(B) Jai Hind
(C) Vandemataram
(D) Namo Bharat
Correct Answer : D
Explanation :
This is India's first RapidX train, which will be known as 'NaMo Bharat'. After the inauguration, now common passengers will also be able to enjoy the journey in this train from October 21. - PM Modi also traveled with school children after the inauguration of the rapid train.
Which country attacked India on this day in 1962?
(A) Australia
(B) Vietnam
(C) China
(D) Nigeria
Correct Answer : C
Explanation :
China attacked India on 20 October 1962. Simultaneous attacks were launched in Ladakh and across the McMahon Line.
'Operation Iron Swords' launched by which of the following countries?
(A) Israel
(B) Armenia
(C) Ukraine
(D) Russia
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
The Israel Defence Forces on Saturday launched Operation 'Iron Swords' in response to Hamas's surprise attack on Israel, the Times of Israel reported.
IDF is striking Hamas targets in Gaza. "In response to the barrages of rockets launched by Hamas from Gaza at Israel, the IDF is currently striking Hamas targets in Gaza," Israel Defense Forces said in a post on 'X'.
Ministry of Culture identifies How many Sites Across the Country for Cleanliness under Special Swachhata Campaign 3.0.
(A) 400
(B) 449
(C) 500
(D) 550
Correct Answer : B
Explanation :
Ministry of Culture identifies 449 Sites Across the Country for Cleanliness under Special Swachhata Campaign 3.0.
Which movie has won Best Action Film at Cannes World Film Festival?
(A) Meg 2: The Trench
(B) Blue Beetle
(C) The Survivor
(D) Gran Turismo
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
Rajath Rajanikath's 'The Survivor' wins Best Action Film at Cannes World Film Festival amongst other international laurels
On which day is World Trauma Day celebrated every year?
(A) 17 October
(B) 5 October
(C) 12 October
(D) 13 October
Correct Answer : A
Explanation :
World Trauma Day is celebrated every year on 17 October across the world. The purpose of celebrating this day is to make people aware about the causes, symptoms and prevention measures of trauma.

