CURRENT AFFAIRS(10-08-2024) 1 / 10 The Indian Himalayan Range comprises of ___ States and two union territories 13 5 7 11 The Indian Himalayan Range (IHR), comprising 11 States and two Union Territories, had a decadal urban growth rate of more than 40% from 2011 to 2021. Read More 2 / 10 The Indian government has waived clinical trials for drugs approved in which of the following markets? New Zealand South Korea Japan China In a decision that will make drugs manufactured outside India more accessible and affordable in the local market, the Union government has decided to waive the requirement for clinical trials in India if the drugs are approved in the U.S., the U.K., Japan, Australia, Canada, or the European Union. Read More 3 / 10 Who does the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024 seek to appoint as the arbiter to decide if a property is Waqf property or government land? District Collector Waqf tribunal Governor Waqf Board It introduces the District Collector as an arbiter to decide if a property is a Waqf or government land. In the 1995 Act, such decisions are made by the Waqf tribunal. Read More 4 / 10 Who is the Chief Minister of Tripura? Manik Saha Neiphiu Rio Suvendu Adhikari Himanta Biswa Sarma Manik Saha, CM of Tripura — a State that had witnessed a massive influx of Bangladeshi refugees in 1971, during the war that preceded the formation of that country — also said that the border would be kept secure, and batted for strict measures. Read More 5 / 10 Which Court has recently handed down a landmark judgement against Google over its anti-competitive practices? First Circuit Court of Appeals U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals Supreme Court of U.S Almost a quarter-century after an antitrust ruling against Microsoft reshaped the business landscape of tech industry, a landmark judgement by the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia against Google over its anti-competitive practices could now lead to a new precedent on how Big Tech firms conduct their business affairs. Read More 6 / 10 Which country was the first to flag “contemporary forms of religiophobia against non-Abrahamic religion” in the United Nations Security Council in 2021? India China Sri Lanka Japan While India was the first country to flag “contemporary forms of religiophobia against non-Abrahamic religions” in the United Nations Security Council in 2021 and in the UN General Assembly in 2022, it has demurred, raising this more forcefully with its neighbours and the West, apart from the usual expression of concern. Read More 7 / 10 Who was the defending Olympic champion for the women’s wrestling (50 kg category), in which Vinesh Phogat participated? Yusneylis Guzman Lopez Yui Susaki Antim Panghal Sarah Ann Hildebrandt However, hours before the summit clash against Sarah Ann Hildebrandt of the United States, Vinesh’s Olympic dreams of winning a gold fizzled out. Read More 8 / 10 In April 2024, in which case did the Supreme Court of India recognise a human right against the adverse impacts of climate change? Ivory Traders and Manufacturers Association vs Union of India M.C Mehta vs Union of India M.K. Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India Indian Council for Enviro-Legal Action vs Union of India In April 2024, in M.K. Ranjitsinh and Others vs Union of India, the Supreme Court of India recognised a human right against the adverse impacts of climate change. Read More 9 / 10 In which year did Buddhadeb Bhattacharjee first become Chief Minister of West Bengal? 1983 1984 2000 2004 Mr. Bhattacharjee became Chief Minister of the State in 2000 and led the CPI(M)-led Left Front to power for two terms in 2001 and 2006. He is survived by his wife Meera and daughter Suchetana. Read More 10 / 10 What is the official residence of the President of Bangladesh? Gonobhaban Bangababhan Presidential Palace Jamuna Bhaban President Mohammed Shahabuddin administered the oath to the 84-year-old as the Chief Adviser of the interim government, and the Cabinet members at 9.20 p.m. local time at a ceremony held in Bangabhaban, the official residence of the President. Read More Your score isThe average score is 90% 0% Restart quiz
