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May 2024 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#81
The ICJ may indicate **provisional measures** (similar to injunctions) in a case. These measures are:
(a) Always non-binding on the parties.
(b) Taken to preserve the rights of either party pending a final decision, and are generally considered binding.
(c) Only for cases related to border disputes.
(d) Issued only after a final judgment is given.
Explanation: Provisional measures are urgent, temporary actions required to prevent irreparable harm while the Court deliberates the merits of the case.
#82
In addition to contentious cases, ITLOS may give **advisory opinions** on legal questions referred to it by:
(a) Any UN Member State.
(b) The UN General Assembly or the UN Security Council.
(c) The Assembly or the Council of the International Seabed Authority (ISA).
(d) Both B and C.
Explanation: Unlike the ICJ, ITLOS's advisory function is limited to requests from the ISA on deep seabed matters.
#83
Which country joined NATO most recently (as of 2024)?
(a) Finland
(b) Croatia
(c) Montenegro
(d) Lithuania
Explanation: Finland joined NATO in 2023, becoming the alliance’s newest member.
#84
Which city hosted the G7 Summit in 2024?
(a) Hiroshima, Japan
(b) Apulia, Italy
(c) Charlevoix, Canada
(d) Cornwall, UK
Explanation: The 50th G7 Summit was held in Apulia, Italy, from June 13–15, 2024, hosted by Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
#85
Which issue was a key focus at the 2024 G7 Summit in Apulia?
(a) Ukraine funding
(b) Cybersecurity
(c) Nuclear disarmament
(d) Food security
Explanation: The 2024 Apulia Summit agreed on a $50 billion fund for Ukraine using profits from frozen Russian assets.
#86
What was the G7’s response to Iran’s military actions in the Middle East in 2024?
(a) Military support to Iran
(b) Condemnation and calls for de-escalation
(c) Economic aid to Israel
(d) Neutral stance
Explanation: In October 2024, G7 leaders condemned Iran’s attack on Israel and urged de-escalation to prevent regional escalation.
#87
Which country held the G20 presidency in 2024?
(a) India
(b) Brazil
(c) South Africa
(d) United States
Explanation: Brazil held the G20 presidency from December 1, 2023, to November 30, 2024, hosting the Rio de Janeiro Summit.
#88
Which G20 initiative was launched in 2024 to combat hunger and poverty?
(a) Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty
(b) Sustainable Development Fund
(c) Global Health Architecture
(d) Digital Transformation Pact
Explanation: Brazil launched the Global Alliance Against Hunger and Poverty at the 2024 Rio de Janeiro Summit to mobilize efforts toward SDG goals by 2030.
#89
Which G20 presidency introduced the G20 Social initiative in 2024?
(a) India
(b) Brazil
(c) Indonesia
(d) South Africa
Explanation: Brazil launched the G20 Social in 2024 to include civil society in discussions and policy formulation for the first time.
#90
Which issue was a key focus at the 2024 Rio de Janeiro G20 Summit?
(a) Cryptocurrency regulation
(b) Social inclusion
(c) Nuclear disarmament
(d) Space exploration
Explanation: The 2024 Rio Summit, under Brazil’s presidency, prioritized social inclusion alongside global governance reform and energy transitions.
#91
Which country declined the invitation to join BRICS in 2024?
(a) Argentina
(b) Egypt
(c) Ethiopia
(d) Iran
Explanation: Argentina was invited to join BRICS effectively January 2024, but the newly elected administration under Javier Milei formally declined the invitation, stating a shift in foreign policy alignment.
#92
Which country held the BRICS presidency in 2024?
(a) Brazil
(b) India
(c) Russia
(d) China
Explanation: Russia held the BRICS presidency for the year 2024, hosting the annual summit in the city of Kazan.
#93
Which set of countries officially joined BRICS on January 1, 2024?
(a) Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE
(b) Nigeria, Mexico, Indonesia, Turkey
(c) Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Vietnam, Thailand
(d) Argentina, Pakistan, Bangladesh, Venezuela
Explanation: Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, and the United Arab Emirates (UAE) became full members on January 1, 2024, marking a significant expansion of the bloc into the Middle East and North Africa.
#94
Approximately what percentage of the world's population did the expanded BRICS (BRICS+) represent in 2024?
(a) 25%
(b) 35%
(c) 45%
(d) 55%
Explanation: With the inclusion of populous nations like Ethiopia and Egypt alongside China and India, the expanded BRICS bloc represents approximately 45% of the global population.
#95
Which of the following is *not* a Commonwealth member but may attend CHOGM as an observer?
(a) Rwanda
(b) Mozambique
(c) Ireland
(d) Bangladesh
Explanation: Ireland is not part of the Commonwealth.
#96
What was the GCC’s economic growth forecast for 2024, per the World Bank?
(a) 1.0%
(b) 2.8%
(c) 3.6%
(d) 4.7%
Explanation: The World Bank’s Spring 2024 Gulf Economic Update forecasted 2.8% growth for the GCC in 2024, rising to 4.7% in 2025.
#97
Which city hosted the US-GCC Summit in May 2025?
(a) Doha
(b) Riyadh
(c) Abu Dhabi
(d) Muscat
Explanation: Riyadh hosted the US-GCC Summit in May 2025, discussing Gaza, Palestine, and regional stability.
#98
What was a key topic at the India-GCC meeting in Riyadh in 2024?
(a) Climate change
(b) Free Trade Agreement
(c) Military cooperation
(d) Cultural exchange
Explanation: The India-GCC meeting in September 2024 adopted a 2024–2028 plan, urging an early FTA conclusion.
#99
Which INTERPOL notice, piloted in 2024, helps trace stolen assets?
(a) Silver Notice
(b) Purple Notice
(c) Orange Notice
(d) Black Notice
Explanation: The Silver Notice, piloted in 2024, assists member countries in identifying and recovering stolen assets.
#100
Which INTERPOL operation in 2024 targeted West African organized crime?
(a) Operation Identify Me
(b) Operation Jackal III
(c) Project TERMINUS
(d) Global MVP
Explanation: Operation Jackal III, conducted in 2024, seized millions in illegal assets across 21 countries.