January 2025 Current Affairs Quiz Part 6
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| Year | 2025 |
| Month | January |
| Source | Indologus |
| Part | 6 (Last Part) |
| Questions | 10 |
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
Which bank, in collaboration with RuPay, launched the FIRST EA₹N RuPay Credit Card, a UPI-enabled credit card?
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• The FIRST EA₹N RuPay Credit Card was jointly launched by IDFC FIRST Bank and RuPay, a prominent Indian card payment network.
• This innovative credit card offers unique features like being backed by a fixed deposit and providing cashback on UPI transactions.Incorrect
• The FIRST EA₹N RuPay Credit Card was jointly launched by IDFC FIRST Bank and RuPay, a prominent Indian card payment network.
• This innovative credit card offers unique features like being backed by a fixed deposit and providing cashback on UPI transactions. -
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
Who has been appointed as the new CEO of DBS Bank India?
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• Rajat Verma has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DBS Bank India, effective from March 1, 2025.
• He will succeed Surojit Shome, who will retire from the position.Incorrect
• Rajat Verma has been appointed as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of DBS Bank India, effective from March 1, 2025.
• He will succeed Surojit Shome, who will retire from the position. -
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
Which Indian housing finance company recently rebranded itself?
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• Shriram Housing Finance has undergone a rebranding and is now known as Truhome Finance.
• This rebranding followed a significant investment by Warburg Pincus and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), marking a new chapter for the company.Incorrect
• Shriram Housing Finance has undergone a rebranding and is now known as Truhome Finance.
• This rebranding followed a significant investment by Warburg Pincus and Qatar Investment Authority (QIA), marking a new chapter for the company. -
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
Which renowned mridangist was recently honored with the RK Srikantan Trust Award?
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• T.V. Gopalakrishnan, a legendary mridangist, was honored with the prestigious RK Srikantan Trust Award.
• This award recognizes his exceptional contributions to Indian classical music, particularly Carnatic music.
• T.V. Gopalakrishnan is known for his innovative improvisational skills and his profound impact on the art of mridangam playing.Incorrect
• T.V. Gopalakrishnan, a legendary mridangist, was honored with the prestigious RK Srikantan Trust Award.
• This award recognizes his exceptional contributions to Indian classical music, particularly Carnatic music.
• T.V. Gopalakrishnan is known for his innovative improvisational skills and his profound impact on the art of mridangam playing. -
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
Who has recently been appointed to head the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) Monetary Policy and Economic Research Departments?
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• This is a significant role within the Reserve Bank of India, overseeing crucial aspects of monetary policy formulation and economic analysis.
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• This is a significant role within the Reserve Bank of India, overseeing crucial aspects of monetary policy formulation and economic analysis.
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Question 6 of 10
6. Question
Which eminent botanist, known for his work on the “Hortus Malabaricus,” recently passed away at the age of 86?
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• K.S. Manilal, a renowned botanist, passed away at the age of 86.
• He was a prominent figure in Indian botany, known for his extensive research and translation of the 17th-century botanical encyclopedia, “Hortus Malabaricus.”
• Manilal was honored with the Padma Shri in 2020 for his significant contributions to the field of botany.Incorrect
• K.S. Manilal, a renowned botanist, passed away at the age of 86.
• He was a prominent figure in Indian botany, known for his extensive research and translation of the 17th-century botanical encyclopedia, “Hortus Malabaricus.”
• Manilal was honored with the Padma Shri in 2020 for his significant contributions to the field of botany. -
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
Who has been recently appointed as the Secretary-General of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA)?
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• Sanjiv Ranjan, a senior Indian Foreign Service officer, has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA).
• IORA is an inter-governmental organization that aims to promote economic and cultural cooperation among countries bordering the Indian Ocean.
• This appointment reflects India’s commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and its growing influence in the Indian Ocean region.Incorrect
• Sanjiv Ranjan, a senior Indian Foreign Service officer, has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA).
• IORA is an inter-governmental organization that aims to promote economic and cultural cooperation among countries bordering the Indian Ocean.
• This appointment reflects India’s commitment to strengthening regional cooperation and its growing influence in the Indian Ocean region. -
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
Who recently passed away, having been a renowned writer, scholar, and a former judge of the Bombay High Court?
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• Justice Narendra Chapalgaonkar, a distinguished figure in Indian legal and literary circles, passed away recently.
• He was not only a former judge of the Bombay High Court but also a prolific writer and scholar.
• His contributions to legal and literary fields are highly regarded.Incorrect
• Justice Narendra Chapalgaonkar, a distinguished figure in Indian legal and literary circles, passed away recently.
• He was not only a former judge of the Bombay High Court but also a prolific writer and scholar.
• His contributions to legal and literary fields are highly regarded. -
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
Which prominent Indian playback singer and actor recently passed away?
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• P. Jayachandran, a legendary Indian playback singer and actor, passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 80.
• He was renowned for his soulful voice and expressive singing style, contributing significantly to Malayalam cinema.
• Jayachandran’s career spanned several decades, and he was known for his collaborations with many renowned music directors.Incorrect
• P. Jayachandran, a legendary Indian playback singer and actor, passed away on January 9, 2025, at the age of 80.
• He was renowned for his soulful voice and expressive singing style, contributing significantly to Malayalam cinema.
• Jayachandran’s career spanned several decades, and he was known for his collaborations with many renowned music directors. -
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
Who were named the ICC Men’s and Women’s Players of the Month for December 2024?
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• Jasprit Bumrah was awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for his outstanding bowling performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, where he claimed 22 wickets.
• Annabel Sutherland was named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for her exceptional all-round performances in Australia’s ODI series against India and New Zealand.Incorrect
• Jasprit Bumrah was awarded the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for his outstanding bowling performance in the Border-Gavaskar Trophy against Australia, where he claimed 22 wickets.
• Annabel Sutherland was named the ICC Women’s Player of the Month for her exceptional all-round performances in Australia’s ODI series against India and New Zealand.