Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
Which country has expressed its interest in joining India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Japan has shown keen interest in becoming part of India's Unified Payments Interface (UPI) system. In an interview with a media channel, Japanese Digital Minister Kono Taro emphasized the ongoing digital cooperation between the two nations.
Category : International
2.
When is World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, also known as Diversity Day, celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development, commonly referred to as Diversity Day, is celebrated each year on May 21st.
Category : Important Days
3.
How much worth of arms has India supplied to the Myanmar Junta?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
A recent report by the United Nations (UN) has revealed that Indian government-owned companies and private firms in the country supplied arms, dual-use items, and raw materials worth ₹422 crores (approximately $51 million) to the military junta in Myanmar.
Category : Economy
4.
India secured 16 gold medals at the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship 2023. In which city was the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship 2023 held?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India won 16 gold medals at the South Asian Youth Table Tennis Championship 2023. The championship took place in Itanagar.
Category : National
5.
How many crores surplus transfer has the RBI approved to the Government for FY23?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the transfer of a surplus of Rs 87,416 crore to the government for the financial year 2022-23.
Category : Economy
6.
During the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, Prime Minister Modi held bilateral meetings with top leaders from Japan, South Korea, and which country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Modi attended the G7 Summit in Hiroshima, Japan, and engaged in bilateral meetings with the leaders of Japan, South Korea, and Vietnam. This summit took place on Saturday.
Category : International
7.
Which city is all set to receive a new Pharmaceutical Research and Innovation Institute?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh government will establish a pharmaceutical research and innovation institute in Lucknow.
Category : National
8.
Annu Rani, an Indian athlete, is associated with which sport?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Annu Rani became the first Indian to qualify for the Women's Javelin Throw final at the World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Doha. She broke her own national record during the qualification round with a best attempt of 62.43 meters.
Category : Sports
9.
What is the percentage of TCS announced to be levied on international credit card spending?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government has amended rules in 2023 under the Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) to impose a higher rate of 20% Tax Collected at Source (TCS) on international credit card expenditures outside India under the Liberalized Remittance Scheme (LRS).
Category : Economy
10.
In which state was the initiative 'SAHAS' launched to promote safer workplaces for women?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
'SAHAS,' an initiative aimed at creating safer work environments for women, was launched in Telangana by Home Minister Mohammed Mahmood Ali.
Category : State
11.
Recently, which state's law allowing Jallikattu was upheld by the Supreme Court of India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Supreme Court upheld the validity of a Tamil Nadu law that permits Jallikattu, a bullfighting sport.
Category : State
12.
On which date is World Bee Day 2023 observed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Bee Day is an annual event observed on May 20th to enhance understanding and recognition of the crucial role played by bees and other pollinators in our ecosystem.
Category : Important Days
13.
On May 19, 2023, PM Narendra Modi embarked on a tour to Japan, Papua New Guinea, and which country?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
PM Modi embarked on a 3-nation visit to Japan, Papua New Guinea, and Australia on May 19, 2023.
Category : International
14.
Russia and which country signed a deal to construct the Rasht-Astara railway, a railway line, as part of the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Russia and Iran signed a deal to build the Rasht-Astara railway, an Iranian railway line, as part of the International North–South Transport Corridor (INSTC).
Category : International
15.
On which date is International Tea Day 2023 celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
International Tea Day is observed annually on May 21st to celebrate the extensive history and cultural significance of tea worldwide.
Category : Important Days
16.
Who is the author of the new book titled 'The Golden Years'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The book titled "The Golden Years: The Many Joys of Living a Good Long Life" is written by Indian author Ruskin Bond. The Golden Years book is published by HarperCollins India and was released on 19 May 2023, which coincided with Bond's 89th birthday.
Category : Miscellaneous
17.
In which state was the 'Mukhya Mantri Gram Gadi Yojana' launched to facilitate easy rural transport?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In Jharkhand, the 'Mukhya Mantri Gramin Gadi Yojana' has been initiated with the objective of providing convenient transportation facilities to people residing in remote and inaccessible rural areas.
Category : State
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