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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • July 11, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
In which state have archaeologists unearthed a gold stud, a bone point, and a carnelian bead?
Tamil Nadu
Rajasthan
Odisha
Assam
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Archaeologists conducting excavations at Porpanaikottai in Tamil Nadu, India, have discovered several artefacts, including a gold stud, a bone point, and a carnelian bead.

2.
After 7 years, the World Meteorological Ozone-UV Bulletin shows a steady recovery of the Ozone layer. Where is the WMO headquarters located?
Paris
New York
Geneva
Beijing
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The revived WMO Ozone-UV Bulletin after 7 years shows a steady recovery of the Ozone layer. The latest WMO bulletin on the ozone layer highlights the ongoing recovery process, with promising signs of improvement, particularly over the Antarctic region.

3.
Who emerged victorious at the 58th Canada Open 2023 by defeating Li Shi Feng in the Men's Singles Final?
B. Sai Praneeth
Parupalli Kashyap
Lakshya Sen
Prannoy H. S.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Lakshya Sen won the 58th Canada Open 2023 by defeating Li Shi Feng in the Men's Singles Final.

4.
What was the theme of the 33rd Conference of the State Finance Secretaries held in Mumbai on July 6, 2023?
FDI: Infrastructure of States
Debt Sustainability: States
Import Export: Balance
FDI: Investment in Retail Sector
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 33rd Conference of the State Finance Secretaries was held in Mumbai on July 6, 2023. The conference, inaugurated by the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), focused on the theme of 'Debt Sustainability: States' Perspective.'

5.
India and which country have recently started bilateral trade in rupees?
Russia
Bangladesh
Pakistan
Sri Lanka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and Bangladesh have started bilateral trade in rupees. It was launched at an event jointly organized by Bangladesh Bank and the High Commission of India in Dhaka.

6.
What was the theme of Global Energy Independence Day 2023 celebrated on 10 July 2023?
Saving energy for everyone
Energy transition – full speed ahead!
Empowering Communities, Transforming the World
Nation First, Always First
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme for Global Energy Independence Day 2023 was "Empowering Communities, Transforming the World."

7.
From which country did India permit Potato Imports till June 2024 without the need for an import license?
China
Nepal
Sri Lanka
Bhutan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The DGFT (Directorate General of Foreign Trade) has issued a notification declaring that the import of potatoes from Bhutan will continue without the need for an import license until June 30, 2024.

8.
Who has been appointed as the next Chairperson of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA)?
K Rajaraman
Aruna Sundararajan
Durga Shakti Nagpa
Smita Sabharwal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The government has appointed an IAS officer and telecom secretary, K Rajaraman, as the next Chairperson of the International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) for three years, or till attaining the age of 65 years.

9.
On which date is World Population Day observed?
July 08
July 00
July 10
July 11
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Population Day is commemorated annually on July 11th to raise awareness and educate individuals about the challenges and consequences associated with global population growth.

10.
Which Indian state approved a proposal for starting the Teacher Interface for Excellence (TIE) programme?
Gujarat
Jammu & Kashmir
Rajasthan
Tamil Nadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Rajasthan Teacher Interface for Excellence (TIE) Programme is a government initiative to provide training and development opportunities to teachers in Rajasthan.

11.
TI Clean Mobility Pvt. Ltd. has started setting up an e-tractor factory in which Indian city?
Chennai
Mumbai
Hyderabad
Guwahati
Answer: Option
Explanation:
TI Clean Mobility Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Tube Investments of India Ltd. (TII), has started setting up production facilities for the manufacture of electric tractors for the agriculture segment in Chennai and electric trucks for the commercial segment at Manesar.

12.
Which company withdrew from India's semiconductor joint venture with Vedanta?
Hon Hai Precision Industry (Foxconn)
Dell Technologies Inc.
Foxconn
Sony Corp.
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In a temporary setback to India's chip manufacturing plans, Foxconn has decided to pull out of a semiconductor joint venture with Indian conglomerate Vedanta.

13.
The UN has said that India has registered a remarkable poverty reduction, with 41.5 crore people coming out of it in just 15 years. Where is the headquarters of the UN?
London
Dubai
Hong Kong
New York
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The headquarters of the United Nations is in New York. The UN has acknowledged India's significant progress in reducing poverty, with 41.5 crore people being lifted out of poverty in just 15 years.

14.
The Union government has sought an explanation from the government of which state for the alleged diversion of PM POSHAN funds for State elections?
Rajasthan
West Bengal
Sikkim
Odisha
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In a strongly worded letter, the Union government has sought an explanation from the West Bengal government regarding the diversion of PM POSHAN (midday meal scheme) funds for State elections.

15.
Who has been awarded the 'Philippe Chatrier Award 2023' by the International Tennis Federation (ITF)?
Novak Djokovic
Pete Sampras
Justine Henin
Andre Agassi
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) awarded the highest honour, the 'Philippe Chatrier Award 2023', to Belgian tennis player Justine Henin.

16.
After conducting two development flights, ISRO is going to transfer its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle to the private sector. Who is the current Chairman of ISRO?
K. Sivan
S. Somanath
A. S. Kiran Kumar
K. Radhakrishnan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
ISRO is going to transfer its Small Satellite Launch Vehicle to the private sector after conducting two development flights of the rocket that seeks to provide on-demand services to put satellites weighing up to 500kg in a low-earth orbit.

17.
Operation ‘Broader Sword’ to combat illegal trade is a joint operation between which two countries?
India and USA
Mexico and USA
India and Nepal
USA and Ukraine
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and USA will jointly launch Operation ‘Broader Sword’ to combat illegal trade.

18.
How many Marine versions of Rafale Fighter Jets has the Defence Acquisition Council cleared for purchase?
20
22
24
26
Answer: Option
Explanation:
After the recent trip of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to France, the Defence Acquisition Council has cleared the purchase of 26 Marine Version of Rafale Fighter Jets.

19.
India’s L&T has collaborated with which country's company Navantia for the development of 6 Submarines?
Sudan
Switzerland
Sri Lanka
Spain
Answer: Option
Explanation:
LARSEN & TOUBRO (L&T) has said that it has signed a Teaming Agreement with Spain-based Navantia to participate in the Navy's P75 (India) submarine project and will submit a techno-commercial bid for it.

20.
On which date is National Fish Farmers Day celebrated?
July 09
July 10
July 11
July 12
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Fish Farmer's Day is an annual celebration held on July 10th to honour and appreciate the vital role played by fish farmers, aquaculture industry professionals, and other stakeholders.