Question 1

The current King of Malaysia (since 2024) is:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar

Explanation: Sultan Ibrahim Iskandar of Johor was sworn in as the 17th King (Yang di-Pertuan Agong) of Malaysia in January 2024. Malaysia has a unique rotating monarchy system where the heads of the nine royal families take turns serving as King for a five-year term.

Question 2

Which artificial intelligence model is developed by Google?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Gemini (formerly Bard)

Explanation: Gemini (formerly known as Bard) is Google's generative AI chatbot. It was launched to compete with OpenAI's ChatGPT. Gemini is multimodal, meaning it can understand and generate text, images, and other media. It is integrated into Google's ecosystem.

Question 3

The 'Black Sea Grain Initiative' involved Russia and:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Ukraine

Explanation: The Black Sea Grain Initiative was an agreement between Russia and Ukraine, brokered by Turkey and the UN. It allowed for the safe export of grain and food from Ukrainian ports through the Black Sea during the war. Russia suspended its participation in July 2023.

Question 4

Who is the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (2024)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Ali Amin Gandapur

Explanation: Ali Amin Gandapur (PTI) was elected as the Chief Minister of Khyber Pakhtunkhwa in March 2024 following the general elections. He is a prominent leader of the Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaf. He vowed to focus on provincial autonomy and development.

Question 5

Which country's Chandrayaan-3 landed on the Moon's South Pole?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: India

Explanation: India became the first country to successfully land a spacecraft (Chandrayaan-3) near the Moon's South Pole in August 2023. The mission's rover, Pragyan, conducted experiments on the lunar surface. This achievement established ISRO as a major global space power.

Question 6

The 2024 Summer Olympics were held in:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Paris

Explanation: The 2024 Summer Olympics (Paris 2024) took place in Paris, France, from July to August 2024. It was the third time Paris hosted the Olympics (previously in 1900 and 1924). The games featured new sports like breakdancing and focused on sustainability.

Question 7

Who is the current President of Russia (2024)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Vladimir Putin

Explanation: Vladimir Putin secured another six-year term as the President of Russia in the March 2024 elections. He has been in power as either President or Prime Minister since 1999. His victory solidified his control over Russian politics amidst the ongoing war in Ukraine.

Question 8

Which city has been ranked as the 'Most Liveable City' in 2023/24?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Vienna

Explanation: Vienna, the capital of Austria, retained its title as the world's 'Most Liveable City' in the Global Liveability Index 2023/24 by the EIU. It is praised for its stability, excellent infrastructure, strong education and healthcare systems, and rich culture.

Question 9

The current Chief of Naval Staff (Pakistan) is:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Naveed Ashraf

Explanation: Admiral Naveed Ashraf became the Chief of Naval Staff (CNS) of the Pakistan Navy in October 2023. He succeeded Admiral Amjad Khan Niazi. He has vast experience in command and staff appointments and is a graduate of the US Naval War College.

Question 10

Which Pakistani film won an award at the Cannes Film Festival 2022?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Joyland

Explanation: 'Joyland', directed by Saim Sadiq, made history by becoming the first Pakistani film to be selected for the Cannes Film Festival. It won the 'Jury Prize' in the Un Certain Regard section and the 'Queer Palm' award. It was also Pakistan's official entry for the Oscars.

Question 11

Who is the current CEO of Twitter/X?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Linda Yaccarino

Explanation: Linda Yaccarino is the current CEO of X (formerly Twitter). She was appointed by Elon Musk in June 2023. While Elon Musk owns the company and oversees product/tech, Linda focuses on business operations, advertising partnerships, and rebuilding advertiser trust.

Question 12

Which country holds the G7 Presidency for 2024?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Italy

Explanation: Italy assumed the Presidency of the G7 (Group of Seven) for the year 2024. Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni led the summit. The agenda focused on artificial intelligence, energy security, and migration issues, alongside continued support for Ukraine and stability in the Middle East.

Question 13

Which movie won the Best Picture at Golden Globes 2024 (Drama)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Oppenheimer

Explanation: 'Oppenheimer' dominated the 2024 Golden Globe Awards, winning Best Motion Picture (Drama). Christopher Nolan won Best Director, and Cillian Murphy won Best Actor. The film's success continued into the Oscars, cementing it as the most acclaimed film of the year.

Question 14

Who is the current Speaker of the National Assembly of Pakistan (2024)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Sardar Ayaz Sadiq

Explanation: Sardar Ayaz Sadiq (PML-N) was elected as the Speaker of the National Assembly in March 2024. This is his third time holding the office of Speaker. He defeated the PTI-backed candidate Amir Dogar. He is known for his calm demeanor in conducting house business.

Question 15

The worst earthquake of 2023 struck which two countries?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Turkey and Syria

Explanation: A massive 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck southern Turkey and northern Syria on February 6, 2023. It was one of the deadliest seismic events in recent history, killing over 50,000 people and causing widespread destruction. International aid poured in to help the victims.

Question 16

Who was elected as the President of Pakistan in March 2024?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Asif Ali Zardari

Explanation: Asif Ali Zardari (Co-Chairman of PPP) was elected as the 14th President of Pakistan in March 2024. This is his second term as President; he previously served from 2008 to 2013. He defeated Mahmood Khan Achakzai, the candidate backed by the opposition alliance.

Question 17

Which country adopted the Euro currency on Jan 1, 2023?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Croatia

Explanation: Croatia officially adopted the Euro as its currency on January 1, 2023, becoming the 20th member of the Eurozone. On the same day, it also joined the Schengen Area, allowing border-free travel with other European countries. This marked its full integration into the EU core.

Question 18

India's 'Aditya-L1' mission was launched to study the:

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Sun

Explanation: Aditya-L1 is India's first space-based mission to study the Sun. It was launched by ISRO in September 2023. The spacecraft is placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrange point 1 (L1) of the Sun-Earth system, allowing it to observe the Sun continuously without eclipses.

Question 19

Who is the current President of Turkey (2024)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Recep Tayyip Erdogan

Explanation: Recep Tayyip Erdogan secured re-election as the President of Turkey in May 2023, extending his two-decade rule into a third decade. He defeated his main challenger Kemal Kilicdaroglu in a runoff vote. He is the leader of the Justice and Development Party (AKP).

Question 20

Which social media app was launched by Meta to rival Twitter (X)?

Accepted Answer

Correct Answer: Threads

Explanation: Meta (parent company of Facebook and Instagram) launched 'Threads' in July 2023. It is a text-based conversation app directly integrated with Instagram. It was launched to compete with Elon Musk's X (Twitter), gaining over 100 million users in its first week.

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