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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • May 29, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
According to a recent report by PwC India, what percentage of retail digital payments are UPI transactions expected to account for by 2026-27?
90%
80%
70%
60%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The PwC India report indicates that UPI transactions are projected to represent 90% of retail digital payments in India by 2026-27, surpassing one billion transactions per day.

2.
Which state government signed an MoU with Infosys Limited and Nasscom to enhance the skills and employability of students in Higher Education Institutions?
Assam
Kerala
Goa
Odisha
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Higher Education Department of the Odisha Government signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Infosys Limited and Nasscom. This partnership aims to upskill and improve the employability of students studying in Higher Education Institutions in Odisha.

3.
When is the International Day of UN Peacekeepers celebrated?
May 27
May 28
May 29
May 26
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers is celebrated worldwide on May 29 each year. This day recognizes and honours the tireless efforts of UN peacekeepers in establishing and maintaining peace in conflict zones.

4.
Which actress won the Best Actress award at IIFA 2023?
Taapsee Pannu
Kiara Advani
Yami Gautam
Alia Bhatt
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Alia Bhatt received the Best Actress award for her role in Gangubai Kathiawadi at the International Indian Film Academy Awards (IIFA) 2023 held in Abu Dhabi. Hrithik Roshan also won the Best Actor award.

5.
Which edition of the Semicon India roadshow was recently launched in Delhi?
Second
Third
Fourth
Fifth
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The third edition of the Semicon India future design roadshow was launched at IIT Delhi by Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology, Rajeev Chandrasekhar.

6.
In which city did the Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY) organize a mega 'Yoga Festival'?
Bangalore
Hyderabad
Jaipur
Guwahati
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Morarji Desai National Institute of Yoga (MDNIY), under the Union Ministry of AYUSH, organized a grand 'Yoga Festival' at the NCC Parade Ground in Hyderabad.

7.
Which of the following gates is not among the gates of the new Lok Sabha building?
Gyan Dwar
Sheesh Dwar
Shakti Dwar
Karma Dwar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The new Lok Sabha building has seating arrangements for 888 members of the Lok Sabha and 384 members of the Rajya Sabha. Three main gates: Gyan Dwar, Shakti Dwar, and Karma Dwar. The new Lok Sabha chamber has a peacock theme and Rajya Sabha's theme is based on National Flower, Lotus.

8.
Which country is set to introduce direct universal suffrage in 2024?
Sri Lanka
Spain
Somalia
Sweden
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Somalia has announced plans to introduce direct universal suffrage in 2024.

9.
In which country did India receive approval to establish its second hydroelectric project?
Russia
Germany
France
Nepal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Government of Nepal has granted approval to India's Sutlej Jal Vidyut Nigam Limited (SJVN) to develop the second hydroelectric project in Nepal. This collaboration marks an important step in strengthening the bilateral relations between the two countries.

10.
Which country's President, Recep Tayyip Erdogan, recently won the presidential election in a runoff vote?
Turkmenistan
Turkey
Tajikistan
Bulgaria
Answer: Option
Explanation:
President Recep Tayyip Erdogan of Turkey emerged victorious in the presidential election through a runoff vote.

11.
Which country does Norodom Sihamoni, the recently arrived guest, reign as king?
Nepal
Cambodia
Laos
Kanpur
Answer: Option
Explanation:
King Norodom Sihamoni of Cambodia arrived in New Delhi on his first state visit to India. He was warmly welcomed by Minister of State for External Affairs, Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, upon his arrival at the airport.

12.
In 2022, how many crore fewer stunted children under five years did India record, indicating a reduction in stunting compared to 2012?
1.3 crore
1.4 crore
1.5 crore
1.6 crore
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has made significant progress in reducing stunting, with 1.6 crore fewer stunted children under five years recorded in 2022 compared to 2012.

13.
Who was sworn in as the Central Vigilance Commissioner?
Rajpal Singh Yadav
Satbir Bhardwaj
Devendra Singh
Praveen Kumar Srivastava
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Praveen Kumar Srivastava took the oath as the Central Vigilance Commissioner (CVC), administered by President Droupadi Murmu. The ceremony was attended by Vice-President Jagdeep Dhankhar and Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

14.
Which Abhiyan was launched to promote digital transactions in 50,000 gram panchayats?
SAMARTH Abhiyan
Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM AASHA)
Mission Karmayogi
Rashtriya Gokul Mission
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Rural Development and Panchayati Raj Minister, Giriraj Singh, inaugurated the 'Samarth Abhiyan' to promote digital transactions in 50,000 gram panchayats. This initiative was launched as part of the 'Amrit Mahotsav' celebration in Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh.

15.
To which profession did the late G H Nayak belong?
Writer and literary critic
Historian
Director
Producer
Answer: Option
Explanation:
G H Nayak, also known as Govindaray H Nayak, was a renowned writer and literary critic. He passed away at the age of 88 in Mysuru due to a heart attack.