Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
What is India's rank in the Global Competitiveness Index 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has been ranked 40th in the latest world competitiveness ranking released by the International Institute for Management Development (IMD). The IMD World Competitiveness Yearbook (WCY) is a comprehensive annual report that serves as a global reference point for country competitiveness.
Category : Miscellaneous
2.
Which bank has received RBI's approval to appoint AP Hota as the part-time Chairman?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India has granted approval to the Federal Bank for the appointment of AP Hota as the part-time chairman, effective from June 29, 2023, until January 14, 2026.
Category : Banking
3.
Who has been appointed as the head coach of the junior women's national team by Hockey India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Hockey India has appointed Tushar Khandker as the coach of the India women's junior team in preparation for the FIH Women's Junior Hockey World Cup 2023, scheduled to be held in Santiago, Chile, from November 29 to December 10.
Category : Sports
4.
Who has been recognized on the annual "Great Immigrants" list by the Carnegie Corporation of New York?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Ajay Banga, the President of the World Bank, has been recognized on the Carnegie Corporation of New York's annual "Great Immigrants" list. He is commended for his contributions and efforts in enriching America and its democracy.
Category : Persons
5.
In which state has the "Veerangana Rani Durgavati Gaurav Yatra" been initiated to honour the 16th-century Gondwana kingdom queen Rani Durgavati?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Home Minister Amit Shah and Prime Minister Narendra Modi will participate in the six-day "Veerangana Rani Durgavati Gaurav Yatra" organized in Madhya Pradesh to honour the 16th-century Gondwana kingdom queen Rani Durgavati.
Category : State
6.
Who is the author of the book titled 'The New New-Delhi Book Club'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Radhika Swarup, the author, will release her upcoming book titled "The New New-Delhi Book Club" in October 2023, as announced by the publishing house Westland Books on Tuesday, June 27, 2023.
Category : Miscellaneous
7.
Which IIT achieved the 149th rank in the QS World Ranking 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
As per the 20th QS World University Rankings 2023, the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay has risen by 23 positions to secure the 149th global rank.
Category : Miscellaneous
8.
Where will the Divya Kala Mela be organized?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (Divyangjan) is hosting a special event called 'Divya Kala Mela' from June 29, 2023, to July 5, 2023, at Jawahar Kala Kendra in Jaipur, Rajasthan.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
Which international city recently declared Diwali as a school holiday?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Diwali, which falls on Sunday, November 12, this year, will be observed as a school holiday for the first time in 2024. According to the New York Times, the city announced in 2015 that it would close schools in observance of two major Muslim holidays, Eid al-Fitr and Eid al-Adha.
Category : International
10.
Along with which bank, will the Union Culture Ministry implement the "Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists" program?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Culture Ministry will implement the "Financial Assistance for Veteran Artists" program in collaboration with Canara Bank.
Category : Banking
11.
How many products from Uttar Pradesh have obtained geographical indication?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Geographical Indications Registry in Chennai has granted geographical indication tags to seven distinct products from Uttar Pradesh.
Category : Miscellaneous
12.
When is National Insurance Awareness Day observed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Insurance Awareness Day is observed annually on June 28. It aims to raise awareness about the importance of insurance as a protective measure in various situations and highlights the benefits of investing in insurance plans.
Category : Important Days
13.
T.S. Singh Deo has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister of which state?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Congress party has appointed senior Chhattisgarh leader TS Singh Deo as the Deputy Chief Minister ahead of the crucial assembly elections in the state this year.
Category : State
14.
How many medals did India secure in its Special Olympics 2023 campaign?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India concluded its participation in the Special Olympics World Games 2023 with a total of 202 medals, including 76 gold, 75 silver, and 51 bronze.
Category : Sports
15.
What is India's rank in the Energy Transition Index 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India has secured the 67th rank in the Energy Transition Index 2023 released by the World Economic Forum (WEF). India is the only major economy that has witnessed acceleration across all dimensions of the index.
Category : Miscellaneous
16.
Which country passed a law paving the way for the return of an exiled former Prime Minister?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Pakistan has passed a law that paves the way for the return of an exiled former Prime Minister.
Category : International
17.
When is the International Day of the Tropics observed annually?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day of the Tropics is observed annually on June 29. It aims to recognize the unique characteristics and challenges faced by tropical regions while highlighting the opportunities they offer.
Category : Important Days
18.
Which state government has initiated 'Operation Conviction' against criminals?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Uttar Pradesh Police has recently launched a comprehensive program called 'Operation Conviction' to combat criminals and organized crime within the state.
Category : State
19.
The Hemis Festival is celebrated in honour of the birth anniversary of which deity?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Hemis Festival in Ladakh is a famous religious celebration that attracts numerous tourists to the picturesque region of Leh. It commemorates the birth anniversary of Lord Padmasambhava and offers a captivating experience of Tibetan Tantric Buddhism.
Category : Miscellaneous
20.
Deloitte, a leading global provider of audit and assurance, has hired whom as a senior advisor?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Deloitte has hired Manoj Kohli, an experienced professional, as a senior advisor. With a distinguished career spanning 44 years and involving work in 30 countries, Kohli has held significant positions such as the Country Head of Softbank India.
Category : Persons
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