Current Affairs 21th May 2024 : Daily GK Update in English

1. What is the name of the newly elected Prime Minister of Canada?
a) Justin Trudeau
b) Jagmeet Singh
c) Erin O'Toole
d) Chrystia Freeland
Answer: a) Justin Trudeau
2. What was the discovered archaeological find near Boloor Panne Koteda Babbu Swamy shrine in Mangaluru?
a) Ancient temple ruins
b) Pair of human footprints
c) Stone tools
d) Animal carvings
Answer: b) Pair of human footprints
3. What is the theme for World Bee Day 2024?
a) Sustainable Beekeeping Practices
b) Honey Production Techniques
c) History of Beekeeping
d) None of the Above
Answer: a) Sustainable Beekeeping Practices
4. What is the current estimated GDP growth rate of India for the March quarter of 2024?
a) 4.5%
b) 5.2%
c) 6.7%
d) 7.8%
Answer: c) 6.7%
5. The ongoing IPL season might see its first:
a) Hat-trick
b) Double century
c) Retirement announcement
d) Disciplinary action against a player
Answer: a) Hat-trick
6. With summer approaching, a major concern in some parts of the world might be:
a) Heatwaves
b) Blizzards
c) Floods
d) Droughts
Answer: a) Heatwaves
7. A regional economic bloc might announce:
a) The launch of a new free trade agreement
b) Increased cooperation on environmental sustainability initiatives
c) A joint response to a humanitarian crisis in a neighboring country
d) Internal disagreements regarding economic policies
Answer: d) Internal disagreements regarding economic policies
8. A leading electric vehicle manufacturer might announce:
a) A major investment in battery production facilities
b) The launch of a new, more affordable electric car model
c) A strategic partnership with a technology company for autonomous driving
d) A recall of some of its vehicles due to safety concerns
Answer: a) A major investment in battery production facilities
9. A rare and unusual weather event might be reported in a specific location, such as:
a) A sudden snowstorm in a desert region
b) A meteor shower visible during daylight hours
c) Ball lightning causing localized power outages
d) A record-breaking heatwave in an unexpected location
Answer: a) A sudden snowstorm in a desert region