International Current Affairs 1 / 30 Which group, known for leading the Syrian rebels, declared Damascus "liberated" and announced the end of Bashar al-Assad's government, marking the conclusion of the 54-year Assad dynasty that began in 1971 under Hafez al-Assad and continued through Bashar al-Assad's 24-year rule starting in 2000? Free Syrian Army Hayat Tahrir al-Sham Islamic State Al-Qaeda The correct answer is Hayat Tahrir al-Sham.• Rebels seize Damascus, declaring the end of Bashar al-Assad's rule after nearly 54 years of Assad family governance that began with Hafez al-Assad in 1971. 2 / 30 Which non-European country has recently enacted a "right to disconnect" law? Canada Japan United States Australia The correct answer is Australia. 3 / 30 Which country is reintroducing compulsory military service starting January 1, 2025, in response to rising tensions and increased military activities in the Balkans? Croatia Serbia Bosnia and Herzegovina Montenegro The correct answer is Croatia.• Croatia will reintroduce a two-month compulsory military service starting January 1 next year, as announced by Defense Minister Ivan Anusic. 4 / 30 The Nine-Dash Line is often in the news with reference to:1. It represents the historical claims of China in the South China Sea.2. It is recognized by the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS).3. It overlaps with the Exclusive Economic Zones (EEZs) of several Southeast Asian countries.Which of the statements given above is/are correct? 1 and 2 only 1 and 3 only 2 and 3 only 1, 2, and 3 The correct answer is option 2. 5 / 30 Which countries partially joined Europe's Schengen travel zone in 2024, allowing air and sea travelers free access? Portugal and Spain Germany and France Italy and Greece Romania and Bulgaria The correct answer is Romania and Bulgaria.• Romania and Bulgaria have partially joined Europe's Schengen travel zone, allowing free access for travelers arriving by air or sea, but land border checks will remain in place. 6 / 30 Which country has unveiled the world's first carbon fiber high-speed train? Japan Germany China France The correct answer is China.• China has unveiled the world's first high-speed passenger train made entirely of carbon fiber, marking a significant advancement in eco-friendly rail technology.• This train is notably lighter than traditional steel trains, which contributes to reduced energy consumption and lower pollution levels. 7 / 30 Which country announced its decision to leave the Russian-led Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO)? Armenia Kazakhstan Georgia Belarus Correct Answer: Armenia.. Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan announced that Armenia would pull out of the Collective Security Treaty Organization (CSTO). 8 / 30 What is the name of the hurricane that made landfall in Florida, U.S. in September 2024? Hurricane Idalia Hurricane Michael Hurricane Helene Hurricane Irma The correct answer is Hurricane Helene.⚫ Hurricane Helene made landfall in Florida's Big Bend region, becoming one of the most powerful storms to hit the state. 9 / 30 Super Typhoon Yagi has recently hit southeast Asia. What is the meaning of the Japanese word "Yagi"? Horse Goat Tiger Dragon The correct answer is Goat.• Super Typhoon Yagi, with winds of 245 km/h, has caused widespread disruptions in southern China, including school closures, flight cancellations, and business shutdowns.• Yagi, one of 2024's most powerful storms, is expected to move to Vietnam and Laos. 10 / 30 Which pharaoh's statue was discovered in Minya, Egypt in March 2024? Hatshepsut Amenhotep I Amenemhat Ramses II The correct answer is Ramses II. 11 / 30 Where was the world's tallest competitive swimming pool inaugurated by World Aquatics? Nepal Bhutan India Thailand The correct answer is Bhutan.• The swimming pool is the world's tallest competitive swimming facility.• Located at an altitude of 2,400 meters in Bhutan. 12 / 30 In which country was the lost city of Tu'am discovered? Saudi Arabia Oman Qatar United Arab Emirates The correct answer is United Arab Emirates. 13 / 30 Which town in Nepal has been declared as the tourism capital of the country? Birgunj Bharatpur Biratnagar Pokhara The correct answer is Pokhara.• The town of Pokhara in Nepal has been declared as the tourism capital of the country. 14 / 30 What is the name of the volcano in Indonesia that erupted, leading to evacuations of the public? (April 2024) Mount Rinjani Mount Merapi Mount Agung Ruang volcano The correct answer is Ruang volcano.· Indonesia's Ruang volcano erupted, prompting the evacuation of hundreds of people and the closure of a provincial airport. 15 / 30 Which two countries signed a civil nuclear cooperation pact known as the "123 Agreement" on July 31, 2024? India and Japan South Korea and France China and Australia Singapore and the US The correct answer is Singapore and the US.· Agreement Signed: The US and Singapore signed a "123 Agreement" on civil nuclear cooperation on July 31, 2024.• Objective: To deepen cooperation on the peaceful use of nuclear energy as Singapore explores alternative power sources to reduce carbon emissions. 16 / 30 Which of the following country refused to join the BRICS group in 2024 ? Iran Russia Argentina India The correct answer is Argentina. 17 / 30 What is the name of the recently conducted NATO military exercise that seem to be the largest since the Cold War? Ex. Iron Curtain Ex. Trident Resolve Ex. Steadfast Defender Ex. Arctic Shield The correct answer is Ex. Steadfast Defender.· NATO commenced largest military exercise in January 2024, named "Steadfast Defender." 18 / 30 Where will NATO set up its new land command named "Multi Corps Land Component Command"? Finland Sweden Norway Iceland The correct answer is Finland.• NATO is establishing a new land command in Mikkeli, Finland, near the Russian border. 19 / 30 Name the typhoon that made landfall on the northeastern coast of Taiwan? Typhoon Gaemi Typhoon In-Fa Typhoon Haishen Typhoon Lupit The correct answer is Typhoon Gaemi. 20 / 30 Which country became the 32nd official member of NATO on March 7, 2024? Sweden Ukraine Belarus Finland The Correct Answer is Sweden.. Sweden officially joins NATO, ending decades of post-World War II neutrality. 21 / 30 Which European country became the first to issue digital Schengen visas for the Paris Olympics in 2024? Germany France Italy Spain The correct answer is France.. France has become the first European country to issue digital Schengen visas. 22 / 30 Which country in Southeast Asia is set to become the first to recognize same-sex marriages? Malaysia Thailand Philippines Vietnam The correct answer is Thailand. 23 / 30 Which terrorist group captured a United Nations helicopter in Somalia recently? Boko Haram al-Shabab al-Qaida ISIS The correct answer is al-Shabab.• UN helicopter captured by al-Shabab in Somalia. 24 / 30 Which country has initiated the world's first routine immunization program against malaria for children? Malawi Cameroon Nigeria Ghana The correct answer is Cameroon.• Cameroon launched world's first Malaria vaccine program for children. 25 / 30 Captain Pratima Bhullar Maldonado, an Indian-origin police officer, has become the highest-ranking South Asian woman in the________Police Department in May, 2023. New York Ottawa Vancouver Paris The correct answer is New York. 26 / 30 What is the name of Zimbabwe's newest currency introduced to address its money crisis? ZimDollar ZIG ZigMoney Zimbabwean Euro The correct answer is ZIG.• Zimbabwe introduced a new currency called ZiG to replace the struggling Zimbabwe dollar, which has faced depreciation and rejection by the people. 27 / 30 In which country was the world's deepest blue hole, named Taam Ja' Blue Hole, discovered? Mexico Belize Australia Bahamas The correct answer is Mexico.• Researchers have discovered the world's deepest blue hole, named Taam Ja' Blue Hole (TJBH), located in Mexico's Chetumal Bay, surpassing all known blue holes to date. 28 / 30 Which country became the first in the world to lose all its glaciers? Iceland Bolivia Switzerland Venezuela The correct answer is Venezuela.• Venezuela has become the first country in the world to lose all its glaciers. 29 / 30 What crisis has prompted Sierra Leone in April 2024 to declare a national emergency? Food shortage Zombie drug epidemic Political unrest Flood The Correct Answer is Zombie drug epidemic.• Sierra Leone declared national emergency to combat Zombie drug crisis. 30 / 30 What type of missile did France successfully test during "Operation Durandal"? Ballistic Missile Anti-Ship Missile Nuclear Cruise Missile Surface-to-Air Missile The Correct Answer is Nuclear Cruise Missile.• France successfully tests ASMPA-R Nuclear Cruise Missile. Your score isThe average score is 0% 0% Restart quiz
