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Current Affairs Quiz - 21 September 2023


1. According to the "State of Working India 2023" report, what percentage of regular jobs in India provide some form of social security?

50%

25%

10%

6%


2. Which three cities in the United States have been designated as venues for hosting the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2024?

New York, Washington, and Los Angeles

Chicago, Miami, and Dallas

Dallas, Florida, and New York

San Francisco, Boston, and Houston


3. What is the title of the official theme song for the ICC Men's Cricket World Cup 2023, and who is the composer?

"World Cup Fever" by Arijit Singh

"Cricket Mania" by Neha Kakkar

"Dil Jashn Bole" by Pritam

"Cricket Anthem" by A.R. Rahman


4. What is the significance of September 24 in the context of the International Week of the Deaf (IWD)?

It is the day when deaf individuals celebrate their achievements.

It is the last day of IWD when international sign language is promoted.

It is a day of global silence to commemorate the deaf community.

It is the day when sign language courses are offered to the public.


5. What is the theme of the International Day of Peace 2023?

"Peace and Unity: A Global Effort"

"Actions for Peace: Our Ambition for the #GlobalGoals"

"Harmony and Cooperation: Building a Peaceful World"

"Conflict Resolution for a Better Future"


6. What is the cause of the recent escalation in the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict?

Border disputes between Azerbaijan and Armenia

Ethnic clashes in Nagorno-Karabakh

Landmine incidents attributed to Armenian saboteurs

An economic dispute between Armenia and Azerbaijan


7. What are the "Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar" awards in India, and what do they recognize?

Awards for outstanding contributions to sports

Awards for achievements in space exploration

Awards for exceptional contributions to science, technology, and innovation

Awards for literary excellence


8. What is the primary focus of the comic book "Chacha Chaudhary aur Chunavi Dangal"?

Entertainment for children

Encouraging young voters to enroll and participate in elections

Promoting literacy in rural areas

Teaching moral values to children


9. Why is the approval of the Truenat test significant in Kerala?

It allows the testing of COVID-19 cases.

It facilitates the diagnosis of Nipah virus (NiV).

It provides faster results for tuberculosis (TB) testing.

It enhances the testing of malaria cases.


10. What is the primary focus of World Alzheimer's Month 2023, with the theme "Never too early, never too late"?

Early diagnosis and prevention of Alzheimer's disease

Fundraising for Alzheimer's research

Caregiver support and awareness

Memory enhancement techniques