Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
In which state were lithium reserves discovered that can meet 80% of India's demand?
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).
Category : State
2.
In which country will the technology firm Cisco start manufacturing operations?
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.
Category : International
3.
On which date is National Technology Day celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Technology Day is celebrated every year on May 11 to honour the achievements of scientists, engineers, and researchers.
Category : Important Days
4.
Dawki land port, which was recently inaugurated, is located between India and _____ .
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.
Category : International
5.
According to the United Nations, which country tops the list of global maternal deaths, stillbirths, and neonatal deaths?
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.
Category : Miscellaneous
6.
Which country in Southwest Asia does not have access to the Mediterranean Sea?
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.
Category : International
7.
Whose membership has been agreed to be restored in the Arab League recently?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
It has been agreed to restore Syria's membership in the Arab League.
Category : International
8.
Which edition of the Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) will be hosted by Bangladesh, scheduled to be held between May 12-13 in Dhaka?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Bangladesh will host the 6th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) scheduled to be held between May 12-13 in Dhaka.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
Where is the Asian Weightlifting Championship 2023 being held?
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.
Category : Sports
10.
In which state will India's first pod taxi project start?
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.
Category : State
11.
Which country received support in Debt Restructuring Efforts in a virtual meeting of creditor nations, co-chaired by Japan?
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.
Category : International
12.
Which country will stop using the official name for Russia’s Kaliningrad enclave and revert to its historic equivalent?
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.
Category : International
13.
At the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards, which country's sportsman won the Sportsman of the Year award?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lionel Messi, a footballer from Argentina, was named the Sportsman of the Year at the 2023 Laureus World Sports Awards.
Category : Sports
14.
Which state's dance form is Rouf?
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.
Category : State
15.
In which city is the M Chinnaswamy stadium located?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, also known as the Karnataka State Cricket Association Stadium, is located in Bangalore, Karnataka, India.
Category : Sports
16.
Which state/UT is known as the "Fruit Bowl of India"?
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.
Category : State
17.
In which city was the 'Buddham Saranam Gacchami' exhibition inaugurated by Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Minister Meenakshi Lekhi inaugurated the 'Buddham Saranam Gacchami' exhibition in New Delhi.
Category : National
18.
Through a Memorandum of Understanding, India and which country agreed to explore enhanced cooperation in the near future?
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.
Category : International
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