Current Affairs for UPSC: Pariksha Saarathi presents only need to know Current Affairs in Quiz format, for all dedicated students and readers preparing for various competitive exams such as UPSC, BANKS, SSC & Railways
Q.1) By what percentage did the average monthly income of rural households grow from 2016-17 to 2021-22 as per the Survey by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD)?
(a) 47%
(b) 57%
(c) 67%
(d) 77%
Q.2) When is World Mental Health Day celebrated?
(a) 10th September
(b) 10th October
(c) 1st November
(d) 15th March
Q.3) What is the theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day, celebrated on 10th October?
(a) It is time to prioritize Mental Health at Workplace
(b) Mental Health for All
(c) Mental Health in an Unequal World
(d) Mental Health for a Better World
Q.4) Where is the National Maritime Heritage Complex being developed?
(a) Mumbai
(b) Kolkata
(c) Chennai
(d) Lothal, Gujarat
Q.5) When is the International Day of the Girl Child celebrated?
(a) October 11
(b) March 8
(c) July 20
(d) November 25
Q.6) What is the theme for the 2024 International Day of the Girl Child?
(a) Educate a Girl, Empower a Nation
(b) Girls’ Vision for the Future
(c) Girls’ Rights Matter
(d) Gender Equality Now
Q.7) Which Indian constitutional principle supports gender equality?
(a) Right to Freedom
(b) Right to Equality
(c) Right to Education
(d) Right to Information
Answers:
Ans.1(b), The average monthly income of rural households has grown by over 57 per cent from 2016-17 to 2021-22. According to the second All India Rural Financial Inclusion Survey by the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD), the average monthly income increased from 8,059 rupees in 2016-17 to 12,698 rupees in 2021-22.
Ans.2(b), World Mental Health Day is celebrated on 10th October.
Ans.3(a), World Mental Health Day (10TH October) The theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day is: “
Ans.4(d), The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, has approved the development of the National Maritime Heritage Complex (NMHC) at Lothal, Gujarat. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways, aims to celebrate and showcase India’s extensive maritime heritage, which spans over 4,500 years.
Ans.5(a), The International Day of the Girl Child, celebrated annually on October 11, serves as a powerful reminder of the need to empower and protect girls worldwide. This day highlights the importance of gender equality, education, and opportunities for young girls.
Ans.6(b), The theme of this year’sInternational Day of the Girl Child is “Girls’ Vision for the Future.
Ans.7(b), The Indian Constitution upholds the principle of gender equality through the Right to Equality