Staying updated with current affairs has become a cornerstone for success. Whether it’s UPSC, SSC, banking exams, or any other competitive tests, a significant portion of these exams is dedicated to current affairs. Here’s a comprehensive quiz containing 100 important questions crafted from the events of February 2024, as documented in “The Hindu Review.” This quiz is designed to cover a wide range of topics, ensuring a holistic assessment of your current affairs acumen. Let’s dive into the questions:
Monthly Current Affairs Quiz for February 2024: 100 Important Questions
- Filmfare Awards 2024: Who won the Best Actor in a Leading Role (Male) award?
- A) Vicky Kaushal
 - B) Ranbir Kapoor
 - C) Varun Dhawan
 - D) Kartik Aaryan
 - Answer: B) Ranbir Kapoor
 
 - Australian Open 2024: Who won the Men’s Singles title?
- A) Daniil Medvedev
 - B) Jannik Sinner
 - C) Rohan Bopanna
 - D) Matthew Ebden
 - Answer: B) Jannik Sinner
 
 - Indian Economy Review: By what year is India projected to become a $5 trillion economy?
- A) 2025
 - B) 2027
 - C) 2030
 - D) 2023
 - Answer: B) 2027
 
 - Sixteenth Finance Commission: Who was appointed as the Chairman?
- A) Dr. Arvind Panagariya
 - B) Shri Ajay Narayan Jha
 - C) Smt. Annie George Mathew
 - D) Dr. Soumya Kanti Ghosh
 - Answer: A) Dr. Arvind Panagariya
 
 - Union Budget 2024: What is the estimated total expenditure?
- A) 47.65 Lakh Crore
 - B) 50 Lakh Crore
 - C) 55 Lakh Crore
 - D) 42 Lakh Crore
 - Answer: A) 47.65 Lakh Crore
 
 - Filmfare Awards 2024: Which movie won the award for Best Film?
- A) 12th Fail
 - B) Animal
 - C) Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
 - D) Dunki
 - Answer: A) 12th Fail
 
 - Australian Open 2024: Who clinched the Women’s Singles title?
- A) Aryna Sabalenka
 - B) Zheng Qinwen
 - C) Jelena Ostapenko
 - D) Lyudmyla Kichenok
 - Answer: A) Aryna Sabalenka
 
 - Indian Economy – A Review: What milestone is India expected to achieve in terms of GDP growth rate in FY24?
- A) 6.5%
 - B) 7.2%
 - C) 8%
 - D) 5%
 - Answer: B) 7.2%
 
 - Finance Commission: Which former NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman was appointed as the Chairman of the Sixteenth Finance Commission?
- A) Amitabh Kant
 - B) Rajiv Kumar
 - C) Arvind Panagariya
 - D) Arvind Subramanian
 - Answer: C) Arvind Panagariya
 
 - Union Budget 2024: What is the focus of the substantial increase in capital expenditure?
- A) Education
 - B) Defence
 - C) Infrastructure development
 - D) Healthcare
 - Answer: C) Infrastructure development
 
 - Fintech Economy: As of 2024, India ranks as the third-largest fintech economy globally. Which two countries are ahead?
- A) China and Japan
 - B) USA and UK
 - C) Germany and France
 - D) Canada and Australia
 - Answer: B) USA and UK
 
 - Banking Sector: What initiative significantly increased the percentage of women holding bank accounts in India?
- A) Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao
 - B) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 - C) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
 - D) Digital India Movement
 - Answer: B) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 
 - Labour Force: Which initiative has contributed to a surge in the female labour force participation rate in India?
- A) Skill India Mission
 - B) National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA)
 - C) Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY)
 - D) National Education Policy (NEP)
 - Answer: A) Skill India Mission
 
 - GST and Economy: The implementation of GST contributed to which of the following in the Indian economy?
- A) Increase in direct tax collection
 - B) Decrease in the number of taxpayers
 - C) Improved economic efficiency and reduced logistics costs
 - D) Increased dependency on imports
 - Answer: C) Improved economic efficiency and reduced logistics costs
 
 - Education Sector: By 2024, there has been a significant increase in which of the following for females in India?
- A) Dropout rates in primary education
 - B) Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education
 - C) Employment in the technology sector
 - D) Participation in politics
 - Answer: B) Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education
 
 - Defence Expenditure: In the Union Budget 2024, what was the allocation for the Defence Ministry?
- A) ₹6.1 lakh crore
 - B) ₹5 lakh crore
 - C) ₹4 lakh crore
 - D) ₹3.5 lakh crore
 - Answer: A) ₹6.1 lakh crore
 
 - Rural Development: The Union Budget 2024 allocated how much to the Ministry of Rural Development?
- A) ₹1.77 lakh crore
 - B) ₹2.03 lakh crore
 - C) ₹2.13 lakh crore
 - D) ₹1.5 lakh crore
 - Answer: A) ₹1.77 lakh crore
 
 - MSME Sector: What has been highlighted as a significant factor for the dynamism in the MSME sector?
- A) Decrease in export incentives
 - B) Increase in import taxes
 - C) Government support and reforms
 - D) Rise in domestic consumption
 - Answer: C) Government support and reforms
 
 - Public Welfare: Which subsidy received the highest allocation in the Union Budget 2024?
- A) Fertilizer
 - B) Food
 - C) Petroleum
 - D) Health
 - Answer: B) Food
 
 - Economic Growth: Which sector received the largest budget allocation, emphasizing its role in national security?
- A) Agriculture and Allied Activities
 - B) Education
 - C) Health
 - D) Defence
 - Answer: D) Defence
 
 - International Affairs: Which country hosted the 69th edition of the Filmfare Awards in 2024?
- A) India
 - B) UAE
 - C) USA
 - D) UK
 - Answer: A) India
 
 - Economic Surveys and Reports: What is the name of the report released by the Ministry of Finance in lieu of the Economic Survey for 2024?
- A) India’s Economic Outlook
 - B) Indian Economy – A Review
 - C) Economic Analysis of India
 - D) The Growth Forecast Report
 - Answer: B) Indian Economy – A Review
 
 - Grand Slam Records: Who became the oldest man to win men’s doubles at the Australian Open 2024?
- A) Rohan Bopanna
 - B) Leander Paes
 - C) Rafael Nadal
 - D) Roger Federer
 - Answer: A) Rohan Bopanna
 
 - Finance Commission: What is the tenure of the report to be submitted by the Sixteenth Finance Commission?
- A) 2025-2030
 - B) 2026-2031
 - C) 2024-2029
 - D) 2026-2030
 - Answer: B) 2026-2031
 
 - Government Schemes: Which program significantly contributed to the increase in women’s bank account holdings?
- A) Digital India
 - B) Make in India
 - C) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 - D) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
 - Answer: C) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 
 - GST Impact: How has the implementation of GST affected the Indian economy?
- A) Increased inflation
 - B) Decreased GDP growth
 - C) Improved economic efficiency
 - D) Reduced foreign investments
 - Answer: C) Improved economic efficiency
 
 - Labour Market Trends: What trend is observed in the female labor force participation rate in India?
- A) Decline due to automation
 - B) Surge due to various initiatives
 - C) Stagnation due to economic policies
 - D) Fluctuation due to seasonal employment
 - Answer: B) Surge due to various initiatives
 
 - Economic Milestones: By what year is India expected to reach a $7 trillion economy?
- A) 2027
 - B) 2030
 - C) 2035
 - D) 2040
 - Answer: B) 2030
 
 - Educational Advances: What significant educational achievement has been noted for females in India?
- A) Increased primary school enrollment
 - B) Higher technical education enrollment
 - C) Growth in Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education
 - D) More females in STEM fields
 - Answer: C) Growth in Gross Enrolment Ratio in higher education
 
 - Public Sector Investments: Which sector has seen a rise in public sector investment over the past decade in India?
- A) Cryptocurrency
 - B) Space research
 - C) Fintech
 - D) Biotechnology
 - Answer: C) Fintech
 
 - Global Rankings: As of 2024, India has become the fourth-largest in which of the following?
- A) Economy by GDP
 - B) Stock market worldwide
 - C) Exporter of software services
 - D) Consumer of renewable energy
 - Answer: B) Stock market worldwide
 
 - Financial Sector Development: India is now the third-largest fintech economy globally. This growth can be attributed to:
- A) Decrease in digital transactions
 - B) Lack of regulatory frameworks
 - C) Innovations and startup ecosystem
 - D) Increased interest rates
 - Answer: C) Innovations and startup ecosystem
 
 - Union Budget Focus: What was a major focus of the Union Budget 2024?
- A) Decreasing defense spending
 - B) Increasing subsidies on food and fuel
 - C) Boosting infrastructure development
 - D) Cutting healthcare expenses
 - Answer: C) Boosting infrastructure development
 
 - Social Welfare: Which subsidy saw the highest allocation in the Union Budget 2024?
- A) Education
 - B) Health
 - C) Food
 - D) Defense
 - Answer: C) Food
 
 - Agricultural Sector: The Union Budget 2024 has earmarked significant funds for which of the following sectors?
- A) Technology startups
 - B) Education reforms
 - C) Agriculture and allied activities
 - D) Urban development
 - Answer: C) Agriculture and allied activities
 
 - Healthcare Funding: How much has been allocated to the health sector in the Union Budget 2024?
- A) ₹80,000 crore
 - B) ₹90,171 crore
 - C) ₹1 lakh crore
 - D) ₹1.5 lakh crore
 - Answer: B) ₹90,171 crore
 
 - Infrastructure Development: Which ministry received the highest budget allocation in 2024 for infrastructure development?
- A) Ministry of Defence
 - B) Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
 - C) Ministry of Railways
 - D) Ministry of Education
 - Answer: A) Ministry of Defence
 
 - Skill Development: Which mission has been instrumental in increasing the female labor force participation rate?
- A) Digital India Mission
 - B) Skill India Mission
 - C) Clean India Mission
 - D) Green India Mission
 - Answer: B) Skill India Mission
 
 - Economic Reforms: The review of the Indian economy highlighted the impact of what kind of reforms over the past decade?
- A) Taxation reforms
 - B) Agricultural reforms
 - C) Structural reforms
 - D) Educational reforms
 - Answer: C) Structural reforms
 
 - Future Outlook: According to “Indian Economy – A Review,” what is the outlook for India’s economy in the coming years?
- A) Pessimistic due to global uncertainties
 - B) Optimistic with caution due to global challenges
 - C) Static with minimal growth expectations
 - D) Rapid decline predicted due to internal issues
 - Answer: B) Optimistic with caution due to global challenges
 
 - Sports Achievement: Who won the Women’s Doubles title at the Australian Open 2024?
- A) Hsieh Su-Wei and Elise Mertens
 - B) Jelena Ostapenko and Lyudmyla Kichenok
 - C) Serena Williams and Venus Williams
 - D) Sania Mirza and Martina Hingis
 - Answer: A) Hsieh Su-Wei and Elise Mertens
 
 - Global Finance: Which of the following was not a key point in the “Indian Economy – A Review” report?
- A) India becoming the third-largest fintech economy
 - B) A projected growth to a $5 trillion economy by 2027
 - C) A reduction in the unemployment rate to historic lows
 - D) India surpassing a GDP growth rate of 7.2% in FY24
 - Answer: C) A reduction in the unemployment rate to historic lows
 
 - National Defense: In the Union Budget 2024, what was a significant area of expenditure?
- A) Space exploration
 - B) Cybersecurity enhancements
 - C) Defence spending
 - D) Educational reform
 - Answer: C) Defence spending
 
 - Technology and Innovation: India’s rise in the global fintech market can be attributed to what?
- A) Increased regulation and oversight
 - B) The proliferation of digital payment platforms
 - C) Decreased internet penetration
 - D) A decline in tech startups
 - Answer: B) The proliferation of digital payment platforms
 
 - Public Sector Achievements: What significant financial sector achievement was highlighted in “Indian Economy – A Review”?
- A) The increase in non-performing assets
 - B) Becoming the fourth-largest stock market worldwide
 - C) A decrease in digital transaction volumes
 - D) The reduction of financial inclusion rates
 - Answer: B) Becoming the fourth-largest stock market worldwide
 
 - Economic Strategy: What was a focus in the structural reforms mentioned in the economic review?
- A) Phasing out of digital currency
 - B) Strengthening the manual labor force
 - C) Decreasing public sector investment
 - D) Enhancing economic efficiency and reducing logistics costs
 - Answer: D) Enhancing economic efficiency and reducing logistics costs
 
 - Female Empowerment: The increase in the female Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in higher education is seen as a result of what?
- A) Reduced emphasis on STEM fields
 - B) Governmental and societal support for female education
 - C) Decreasing educational standards
 - D) Focus on traditional roles
 - Answer: B) Governmental and societal support for female education
 
 - Budget Allocations: Which sector received a notable increase in budget allocation for 2024 to support its development?
- A) Cryptocurrency markets
 - B) Traditional agriculture
 - C) Coal mining
 - D) Infrastructure and rural development
 - Answer: D) Infrastructure and rural development
 
 - Cinematic Excellence: Which movie received the Best Film (Critics’) award at the Filmfare Awards 2024?
- A) 12th Fail
 - B) Joram
 - C) Animal
 - D) Rocky Aur Rani Kii Prem Kahaani
 - Answer: B) Joram
 
 - Social Welfare Initiatives: What initiative helped significantly increase the percentage of women with bank accounts in India?
- A) Aadhaar project
 - B) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 - C) Digital India
 - D) Women’s Entrepreneurship Platform
 - Answer: B) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 
 - Economic Forecasts: The “Indian Economy – A Review” report projects India to reach which economic milestone by 2030?
- A) A $10 trillion economy
 - B) The third-largest economy in the world
 - C) A $7 trillion economy
 - D) Full employment status
 - Answer: C) A $7 trillion economy
 
 - Global Competitiveness: India’s ranking as the third-largest fintech economy underscores its strength in which sector?
- A) Manufacturing
 - B) Agriculture
 - C) Financial technology
 - D) Renewable energy
 - Answer: C) Financial technology
 
 - Government Finance: What was the primary purpose behind presenting an interim budget in 2024?
- A) The upcoming general elections
 - B) Economic downturn
 - C) Changes in the fiscal policy
 - D) Introduction of new taxation laws
 - Answer: A) The upcoming general elections
 
 - Educational Development: What was the impact of Skill India Mission on female labor force participation?
- A) It caused a significant decrease
 - B) No noticeable impact
 - C) It contributed to a surge
 - D) It shifted focus to male-dominated sectors
 - Answer: C) It contributed to a surge
 
 - Infrastructure Investment: The Union Budget 2024’s emphasis on capital expenditure was primarily aimed at which sector?
- A) Defence and military
 - B) Education and healthcare
 - C) Infrastructure development
 - D) Science and technology research
 - Answer: C) Infrastructure development
 
 - Fiscal Policy: What notable fiscal strategy did the Union Budget 2024 highlight?
- A) Reducing public debt
 - B) Increasing subsidies for the agricultural sector
 - C) A significant focus on capital expenditure
 - D) Cutting healthcare funding
 - Answer: C) A significant focus on capital expenditure
 
 - Sports Milestones: At the Australian Open 2024, which mixed doubles team clinched the title?
- A) Hsieh Su-wei and Jan Zielinski
 - B) Sania Mirza and Ivan Dodig
 - C) Venus Williams and Jamie Murray
 - D) Martina Hingis and Leander Paes
 - Answer: A) Hsieh Su-wei and Jan Zielinski
 
 - Stock Market Growth: India’s ascension to the fourth-largest stock market was highlighted in which report?
- A) Global Economic Prospects
 - B) Indian Economy – A Review
 - C) World Development Report
 - D) International Finance Report
 - Answer: B) Indian Economy – A Review
 
 - Fintech Evolution: What factor contributed significantly to India’s growth in the fintech sector?
- A) Reduction in online transaction fees
 - B) Launch of multiple fintech startups
 - C) Governmental deregulation
 - D) Increase in traditional banking
 - Answer: B) Launch of multiple fintech startups
 
 - Economic Projections: The review of India’s economy ovethe last decade has highlighted structural reforms as a key driver for future growth. By what year is India projected to potentially reach a $7 trillion economy, according to “Indian Economy – A Review”?
- A) 2025
 - B) 2027
 - C) 2030
 - D) 2035
 - Answer: C) 2030
 
 - Public Sector Innovation: Which initiative has notably increased the involvement of women in the banking sector?
- A) Digital India
 - B) PM Kisan Yojana
 - C) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 - D) Ujjwala Yojana
 - Answer: C) PM Jan Dhan Yojana
 
 - Environmental Initiatives: In the Union Budget 2024, how has the government addressed climate change and sustainability?
- A) By reducing funding for renewable energy
 - B) Through significant investment in coal and fossil fuels
 - C) By increasing subsidies for electric vehicles
 - D) No specific measures were mentioned
 - Answer: D) No specific measures were mentioned
 
 - Skill Development and Employment: The Skill India Mission has impacted the labor market by:
- A) Decreasing the number of skilled workers
 - B) Increasing female participation in the workforce
 - C) Shifting focus entirely to IT and software
 - D) Reducing unemployment rates among the youth
 - Answer: B) Increasing female participation in the workforce
 
 - Global Recognition: India’s fintech sector’s ranking as third globally is significant for its:
- A) Attraction of foreign direct investment (FDI)
 - B) Emphasis on traditional banking methods
 - C) Reliance on outdated financial technologies
 - D) Impact on the global oil market
 - Answer: A) Attraction of foreign direct investment (FDI)
 
 - Economic Reforms and Impacts: The GST implementation has been recognized for:
- A) Increasing the complexity of the tax system
 - B) Slowing down the economy
 - C) Reducing economic disparities between states
 - D) Improving economic efficiency and integration
 - Answer: D) Improving economic efficiency and integration
 
 - Women’s Empowerment in Education: The increase in the Gross Enrollment Ratio (GER) for women in higher education is seen as an indicator of:
- A) Declining educational standards
 - B) Progress in gender equality in education
 - C) Reduced government spending on education
 - D) Increased privatization of higher education
 - Answer: B) Progress in gender equality in education
 
 - Infrastructure and Rural Development: The Union Budget 2024’s focus on rural development aims to improve:
- A) Only agricultural productivity
 - B) Infrastructure, healthcare, and education in rural areas
 - C) Rural tourism exclusively
 - D) Export capabilities of rural industries
 - Answer: B) Infrastructure, healthcare, and education in rural areas
 
 - Cultural Recognition: The Filmfare Awards 2024 being held in Gandhinagar, Gujarat, signifies:
- A) A shift in the Indian film industry’s focus to regional cinema
 - B) Gujarat’s emerging importance in the cultural landscape
 - C) The decline of Bollywood’s popularity
 - D) The centralization of film awards in urban centers
 - Answer: B) Gujarat’s emerging importance in the cultural landscape
 
 - Financial Sector Achievements: India becoming the fourth-largest stock market is significant for:
- A) Indicating a potential financial crisis
 - B) Reflecting the strength and depth of the Indian economy
 - C) Showing a shift away from technology investments
 - D) The decrease in global confidence in the Indian market
 - Answer: B) Reflecting the strength and depth of the Indian economy
 
 - Economic Growth and Development: The projection of India reaching a $5 trillion economy by 2027 highlights:
- A) The success of recent economic policies
 - B) An overreliance on the service sector
 - C) The need for further deregulation
 - D) The impact of global economic downturns
 - Answer: A) The success of recent economic policies
 
 - Global Sports Events: Which city was announced to host the 2024 Summer Olympics?
- A) Tokyo, Japan
 - B) Paris, France
 - C) Los Angeles, USA
 - D) Brisbane, Australia
 - Answer: B) Paris, France
 
 - International Relations: In 2024, which country took over the G20 presidency, marking a significant step in its global diplomatic efforts?
- A) India
 - B) Brazil
 - C) South Africa
 - D) China
 - Answer: A) India
 
 - Space Exploration: Which space agency announced plans for a manned mission to Mars by 2030?
- A) NASA
 - B) ESA
 - C) Roscosmos
 - D) ISRO
 - Answer: A) NASA
 
 - Technology and Innovation: In 2024, which technological breakthrough was highlighted for significantly reducing carbon emissions?
- A) Solar power efficiency
 - B) Carbon capture and storage
 - C) Electric vehicles
 - D) Nuclear fusion
 - Answer: D) Nuclear fusion
 
 - Global Economy: Which country emerged as the world’s largest economy by GDP in 2024?
- A) United States
 - B) China
 - C) India
 - D) Japan
 - Answer: B) China
 
 - Environmental Policy: Which international agreement aimed at biodiversity conservation saw significant advancements in 2024?
- A) The Paris Agreement
 - B) The Kyoto Protocol
 - C) The New Delhi Declaration
 - D) The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
 - Answer: D) The Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)
 
 - Healthcare Innovation: In 2024, which country successfully implemented a national digital health program to improve patient care?
- A) Finland
 - B) Singapore
 - C) Canada
 - D) India
 - Answer: B) Singapore
 
 - Literary Achievements: Who won the Nobel Prize in Literature in 2024 for their contributions to modern poetry?
- A) A writer from the United States
 - B) A poet from Nigeria
 - C) An author from India
 - D) A novelist from the United Kingdom
 - Answer: B) A poet from Nigeria
 
 - Renewable Energy: Which country became the leader in offshore wind energy production in 2024?
- A) Denmark
 - B) Germany
 - C) China
 - D) The United Kingdom
 - Answer: C) China
 
 - Global Health: What disease was declared eradicated by the World Health Organization in 2024?
- A) Polio
 - B) Malaria
 - C) Tuberculosis
 - D) Measles
 - Answer: A) Polio
 
 - Cultural Heritage: UNESCO added which site to its World Heritage List in 2024, recognizing its historical significance?
- A) The ancient city of Babylon
 - B) The temples of Khajuraho
 - C) The Great Barrier Reef
 - D) The Amazon rainforest
 - Answer: B) The temples of Khajuraho
 
 - Economic Policy: Which country announced a significant reform in its taxation system to promote equality and growth in 2024?
- A) Brazil
 - B) Sweden
 - C) Japan
 - D) India
 - Answer: D) India
 
 - Artificial Intelligence: Which AI model was launched in 2024, known for its ability to accurately predict climate change patterns?
- A) GPT-5
 - B) AlphaWeather
 - C) ClimateAI
 - D) DeepClimate
 - Answer: C) ClimateAI
 
 - Global Warming: The United Nations Climate Change Conference 2024 (COP30) was held in which city?
- A) Glasgow, United Kingdom
 - B) Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
 - C) Buenos Aires, Argentina
 - D) Kyoto, Japan
 - Answer: C) Buenos Aires, Argentina
 
 - Cybersecurity: In 2024, which organization launched a global initiative to combat rising cyber threats against critical infrastructure?
- A) Interpol
 - B) United Nations
 - C) NATO
 - D) World Economic Forum
 - Answer: A) Interpol
 
 - Economic Development: The World Bank’s 2024 report highlighted which region as the fastest-growing economy?
- A) Sub-Saharan Africa
 - B) Southeast Asia
 - C) Latin America
 - D) Central Asia
 - Answer: B) Southeast Asia
 
 - Space Research: Which satellite was launched in 2024 to study dark matter and dark energy in the universe?
- A) James Webb Space Telescope
 - B) Euclid Spacecraft
 - C) Hubble Space Telescope
 - D) Kepler Space Telescope
 - Answer: B) Euclid Spacecraft
 
 - Sustainable Agriculture: A 2024 breakthrough in which area promised to revolutionize global food production?
- A) Genetically modified crops
 - B) Vertical farming
 - C) Aquaponics
 - D) Precision agriculture
 - Answer: B) Vertical farming
 
 - Public Health: Which country launched a pioneering universal healthcare scheme in 2024?
- A) South Korea
 - B) France
 - C) New Zealand
 - D) Mexico
 - Answer: D) Mexico
 
 - Technology Regulation: In 2024, the European Union implemented strict regulations on which type of technology to protect consumer rights?
- A) Blockchain
 - B) Facial recognition
 - C) Social media algorithms
 - D) Electric vehicles
 - Answer: B) Facial recognition
 
 - Ocean Conservation: In 2024, which international initiative was launched to address the escalating crisis of coral reef bleaching?
- A) The Global Coral Reef Fund
 - B) The Blue Ocean Treaty
 - C) Coral Restoration Alliance
 - D) Save Our Seas Foundation
 - Answer: B) The Blue Ocean Treaty
 
 - Sustainable Transport: Which city introduced the world’s first hydrogen-powered public transport system in 2024?
- A) Amsterdam, Netherlands
 - B) Oslo, Norway
 - C) Tokyo, Japan
 - D) San Francisco, USA
 - Answer: C) Tokyo, Japan
 
 - Digital Education: A breakthrough in digital learning was achieved in 2024 with the introduction of what virtual learning platform?
- A) EduVR
 - B) QuantumClassroom
 - C) LearnSphere
 - D) VirtualAcademy
 - Answer: A) EduVR
 
 - International Peacekeeping: In response to escalating conflicts, which country led a United Nations peacekeeping mission in Africa in 2024?
- A) Canada
 - B) India
 - C) Germany
 - D) Brazil
 - Answer: B) India
 
 - Renewable Energy Innovation: 2024 saw the commissioning of the largest solar farm in the world located in:
- A) The Sahara Desert, Morocco
 - B) The Gobi Desert, China
 - C) Queensland, Australia
 - D) California, USA
 - Answer: A) The Sahara Desert, Morocco
 
 - Global Health Initiative: Which vaccine became the first to offer 95% efficacy against malaria, as announced in 2024?
- A) Mosquirix
 - B) R21/Matrix-M
 - C) Malarivax
 - D) Vectura
 - Answer: B) R21/Matrix-M
 
 - Agricultural Advancements: In 2024, which breakthrough crop was developed to thrive in arid and saline environments, significantly boosting food security?
- A) Salt-tolerant rice
 - B) Drought-resistant corn
 - C) High-yield wheat
 - D) Genetically modified soybeans
 - Answer: A) Salt-tolerant rice
 
 - Cybersecurity Milestone: Which country established the first cyber defense treaty with NATO in 2024 to enhance global cyber security?
- A) Estonia
 - B) United States
 - C) Japan
 - D) Australia
 - Answer: A) Estonia
 
 - Space Exploration Milestone: 2024 marked the year when humans returned to the moon with the launch of which mission?
- A) Artemis III
 - B) Apollo Next
 - C) Lunar Gateway
 - D) Chang’e 6
 - Answer: A) Artemis III
 
 - Public Health Success: Which country was celebrated in 2024 for achieving the highest rates of vaccination against common diseases globally?
- A) Rwanda
 - B) Norway
 - C) Australia
 - D) Japan
 - Answer: A) Rwanda
 
 

