In 2024, which Indian film won the Palme d'Or at the Cannes Film Festival?
Answer: C
Payal Kapadia's debut feature 'All We Imagine as Light' won recognition at Cannes Film Festival 2024.
Q.102Medium
Which mountain range forms the natural boundary between India and Myanmar?
Answer: B
The Arakan Mountains (also called Rakhine Mountains) form the natural boundary between India and Myanmar.
Q.103Medium
As of 2024, who became India's new Finance Minister?
Answer: C
Nirmala Sitharaman continued as Finance Minister in 2024 after the general elections and government formation.
Q.104Medium
In 2024, India achieved which milestone in renewable energy capacity?
Answer: C
India crossed 300 GW of renewable energy capacity in 2024, making it one of the leading nations in renewable energy.
Q.105Medium
Which Indian state passed the 'Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita' implementation first in 2023-24?
Answer: A
Uttar Pradesh implemented the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (new criminal code) before other states in the 2023-24 period.
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Q.106Medium
Which Indian state became carbon neutral or near carbon neutral in 2024?
Answer: B
Sikkim has been recognized as India's first carbon-neutral state, maintaining high forest cover and renewable energy.
Q.107Medium
In 2024, India's coal production surpassed which milestone for the first time?
Answer: C
India surpassed the 1 billion tonne coal production mark in 2024, making it the world's second-largest coal producer after China and reflecting its growing energy demand.
Q.108Medium
Kailash Mansarovar, a sacred lake in Himalayan mythology, is located in which country?
Answer: C
Mount Kailash and Kailash Mansarovar are located in Tibet, which is part of China. The lake is considered sacred in Hinduism, Buddhism, and Jainism. Indian pilgrims undertake the pilgrimage to this lake.
Q.109Medium
Who was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India in 2025?
Answer: B
General Anil Chauhan was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff in 2025, following the previous CDS. He is responsible for coordinating between the three armed forces.
Q.110Medium
Which Indian institute was ranked as Asia's number one university in the QS World University Rankings 2025?
Answer: C
IISc Bangalore was ranked as the top university in Asia in QS World University Rankings 2025, marking a significant achievement for Indian higher education.
Q.111Medium
Which plateau in India is home to the majority of the country's mineral resources and is known as the 'Mineral Hub of India'?
Answer: B
The Chota Nagpur Plateau, located in eastern India (Jharkhand, Odisha, and parts of other states), is rich in mineral resources including coal, iron ore, mica, and bauxite.
Q.112Medium
In 2024, which Indian athlete won the silver medal in shooting at the Paris Olympics?
Answer: A
Manu Bhaker won silver in the 10m air pistol event at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Q.113Medium
Who was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India in 2024?
Answer: A
General Anil Chauhan was appointed as the Chief of Defence Staff in September 2023 and continued in 2024.
Q.114Medium
Which Indian freedom fighter is known as 'The Lion of Punjab'?
Answer: B
Lala Lajpat Rai was known as 'The Lion of Punjab' for his prominent role in the freedom struggle.
Q.115Medium
Which Mauryan emperor renounced war after the Kalinga War?
Answer: B
Emperor Ashoka renounced violence and war after witnessing the bloodshed in the Kalinga War (260 BCE).
Q.116Medium
Which Indian classical dancer is credited with reviving Bharatanatyam dance form?
Answer: A
Rukmini Devi played a pioneering role in reviving and promoting the Bharatanatyam dance form in the 20th century.
Q.117Medium
Who became the first woman Chief Justice of India in 2024?
Answer: C
As of 2024, no woman has yet served as the Chief Justice of India, though several female judges have held high positions.
Q.118Medium
Who is the current Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (as of 2024)?
Answer: B
Sanjay Malhotra took office as the Governor of RBI in December 2023 and continues in 2024.
Q.119Medium
Which Indian film personality was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2023?
Answer: B
# Dadasaheb Phalke Award 2023
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award is India's highest honor in cinema, recognizing lifetime achievement in film.
Step 1: Understanding the Award
The Dadasaheb Phalke Award, established in 1969, is presented annually by the Government of India to honor exceptional contribution to Indian cinema. It is named after Dadasaheb Phalke, the father of Indian cinema.
Step 2: 2023 Award Recipient
Mohanlal, the legendary Malayalam cinema actor with a career spanning over four decades, was honored with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award in 2023 for his remarkable contributions to Indian cinema and his iconic performances across multiple film industries.
The correct answer is (B) Mohanlal.
Q.120Medium
Which Indian sportsperson won the most Olympic medals in 2024 Paris Olympics?
Answer: B
Manu Bhaker won two medals (one silver and one bronze) for India at the 2024 Paris Olympics.
