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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • May 11, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
In which state were lithium reserves discovered that can meet 80% of India's demand?
Rajasthan
Kerala
Assam
Odisha
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lithium deposits were discovered at Rewant Hill in Degana, Nagaur district of Rajasthan during the G2 survey of the Geological Survey of India (GSI).

2.
In which country will the technology firm Cisco start manufacturing operations?
Indonesia
Iran
Iraq
India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In a strategic move to expand its presence in the Indian market, tech behemoth Cisco Systems announced its plans to commence manufacturing operations in India.

3.
On which date is National Technology Day celebrated?
May 11
May 10
May 09
May 12
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Technology Day is celebrated every year on May 11 to honour the achievements of scientists, engineers, and researchers.

4.
Dawki land port, which was recently inaugurated, is located between India and _____ .
Nepal
Myanmar
Bhutan
Bangladesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Recently, the tenth land port between India and Bangladesh was inaugurated at Meghalaya's Dawki. It is expected to boost trade and ease travel between the two neighbouring countries.

5.
According to the United Nations, which country tops the list of global maternal deaths, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths?
Germany
India
Malaysia
Switzerland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India tops the list of 10 countries that account for 60% of global maternal deaths, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths and 51% of live births globally, according to a report released by the United Nations.

6.
Which country in Southwest Asia does not have access to the Mediterranean Sea?
Israel
Jordan
Syria
Lebanon
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jordan does not open out to the Mediterranean Sea, as it is bounded by Syria and Israel towards the side of the Mediterranean Sea.

7.
Whose membership has been agreed to be restored in the Arab League recently?
Spain
Siberia
Syria
Singapore
Answer: Option
Explanation:
It has been agreed to restore Syria's membership in the Arab League.

8.
Which edition of the Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) will be hosted by Bangladesh, scheduled to be held between May 12-13 in Dhaka?
6th
7th
8th
9th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Bangladesh will host the 6th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) scheduled to be held between May 12-13 in Dhaka.

9.
Where is the Asian Weightlifting Championship 2023 being held?
South Korea
China
Japan
Qatar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asian Weightlifting Championship 2023 is being held in Jinju, South Korea, and Indian weightlifters ended the championship with three silver medals.

10.
In which state will India's first pod taxi project start?
Uttar Pradesh
Maharashtra
Himachal Pradesh
Madhya Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's first pod taxi project is set to start in Uttar Pradesh, as the Yamuna Authority has reportedly approved the revised DPR and bid document of the project.

11.
Which country received support in Debt Restructuring Efforts in a virtual meeting of creditor nations, co-chaired by Japan?
Canada
Switzerland
Sri Lanka
Nepal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In a virtual meeting of creditor nations, co-chaired by Japan, France, and India, Sri Lanka received positive responses from 26 countries and 19 creditors regarding the coordination of loan restructuring efforts.

12.
Which country will stop using the official name for Russia’s Kaliningrad enclave and revert to its historic equivalent?
Ireland
Finland
Poland
Afghanistan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Poland will stop using the official name for Russia's Kaliningrad enclave and revert to its historic equivalent, the government in Warsaw said on Wednesday, drawing Moscow's ire.

13.
At the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards, which country's sportsman won the Sportsman of the Year award?
Argentina
France
Brazil
Croatia
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lionel Messi, a footballer from Argentina, was named the Sportsman of the Year at the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards.

14.
Which state's dance form is Rouf?
West Bengal
Jharkhand
Jammu & Kashmir
Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Rouf is a famous traditional and folk dance of Jammu and Kashmir, especially performed during springtime on the occasions of Eid and Ramzan.

15.
In which city is the M Chinnaswamy stadium located?
Bangalore
Mumbai
Shillong
Shimla
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, also known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium, is located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.

16.
Which state/UT is known as the "Fruit Bowl of India"?
Mizoram
Telangana
Gujarat
Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Himachal Pradesh is known as the "Fruit Bowl of India" and was established on January 25, 1971, with Shimla as its capital city.

17.
In which city was the 'Buddham Saranam Gacchami' exhibition inaugurated by Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi?
New Delhi
Hyderabad
Chennai
Bengaluru
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi inaugurated the 'Buddham Saranam Gacchami' exhibition in New Delhi.

18.
Through a Memorandum of Understanding, India and which country agreed to explore enhanced cooperation in the near future?
France
Canada
Oman
Haiti
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and Canada have agreed to explore enhanced cooperation through measures such as coordinated investment promotion, information exchange, and mutual support in the near future through a Memorandum of Understanding.