#61

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.

#62

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.

#63

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.

#64

Which country occupied Mukden capital of Manchuria on 19th September, 1931?

(a) China

(b) Russia

(c) Thailand

(d) Japan

Explanation: Following the staged 'Mukden Incident' (an explosion on a railway track), Japanese military forces occupied Mukden (Shenyang) on September 19, 1931. This marked the beginning of the Japanese invasion of Manchuria, a direct violation of the League's Covenant that eventually led to Japan's withdrawal from the League.

#65

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.

#66

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.

#67

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.

#68

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.

#69

Which INTERPOL operation dismantled a human trafficking ring in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana in 2024?

(a) Operation Jackal

(b) Côte d’Ivoire-Ghana Joint

(c) Operation Identify Me

(d) Project TERMINUS

Explanation: This 2024 operation rescued 33 victims from four countries, uncovering fraud links.

#70

What was a key focus of the Arab League’s 2024 Gaza reconstruction plan?

(a) Military aid

(b) Financial and political support

(c) Cultural restoration

(d) Trade barriers

Explanation: The League’s 2024 plan, adopted post-summit, called for funding and political backing for Gaza’s rebuilding.

#71

Which city hosted NATO’s 75th anniversary summit in 2024?

(a) Brussels

(b) Washington, D.C.

(c) Lisbon

(d) London

Explanation: The 2024 Washington Summit, held July 9–11, marked NATO’s 75th anniversary and focused on Ukraine support.

#72

Which country joined NATO as its 32nd member in 2024?

(a) Sweden

(b) Ukraine

(c) Bosnia

(d) Moldova

Explanation: Sweden joined NATO on March 7, 2024, abandoning its long-standing neutrality due to regional security concerns.

#73

What was a key focus of NATO’s 2024 Washington Summit Declaration?

(a) Climate change

(b) Support for Ukraine

(c) Trade agreements

(d) Cultural cooperation

Explanation: The declaration pledged long-term support for Ukraine, including a $43 billion aid package.

#74

What is the shortest living dog (female) as of 2024/2025?

(a) Miracle Milly

(b) Boo Boo

(c) Pearl

(d) Chihuahua

Explanation: Pearl, a Chihuahua, holds the record for the shortest dog living, measuring just 9.14 cm (3.59 in) in height.

#75

Who set the female record for the longest time in an abdominal plank position in 2024?

(a) Dana Glowacka

(b) DonnaJean Wilde

(c) Eva Clarke

(d) Maria Sanders

Explanation: DonnaJean Wilde from Canada set the female world record for the longest abdominal plank, holding the position for 4 hours, 30 minutes, and 11 seconds.

#76

Which artist has the most monthly listeners on Spotify (as of 2024 records)?

(a) Drake

(b) The Weeknd

(c) Taylor Swift

(d) Ed Sheeran

Explanation: The Weeknd often holds the top spot, being the first artist to reach 100 million monthly listeners on Spotify.

#77

What is the highest-grossing music tour of all time (as of 2024)?

(a) Divide Tour (Ed Sheeran)

(b) The Eras Tour (Taylor Swift)

(c) U2 360° Tour

(d) Farewell Yellow Brick Road (Elton John)

Explanation: Taylor Swift's 'The Eras Tour' became the highest-grossing music tour in history, being the first tour to surpass $1 billion in revenue.

#78

Who has the most followers on Instagram (as of 2024)?

(a) Kylie Jenner

(b) Selena Gomez

(c) Lionel Messi

(d) Cristiano Ronaldo

Explanation: Cristiano Ronaldo is the most-followed individual on Instagram, being the first person to reach 600 million followers on the platform.

#79

Which country joined BRICS in 2024 as a new member from the Middle East?

(a) Israel

(b) United Arab Emirates (UAE)

(c) Jordan

(d) Qatar

Explanation: The UAE (along with Egypt, Ethiopia, and Iran) officially joined the BRICS alliance in January 2024.

#80

The Managing Director of the IMF is currently (as of 2024/2025) from which region?

(a) North America

(b) Asia

(c) Europe

(d) South America

Explanation: Traditionally, the Managing Director of the IMF is a European national. Kristalina Georgieva, a Bulgarian economist, has held the position since 2019.

September 2024 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions