Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
Which country is organizing the UNSC's first-ever meeting on the threats of Artificial Intelligence?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The U.N. Security Council will host the first meeting on the potential threats of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to international peace and security, organized by the United Kingdom (UK).
Category : International
2.
Which country's parliament approved a bill to limit the power of their Supreme Court?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Israel's parliament approved a bill that would limit the powers of the Supreme Court.
Category : International
3.
Which of the following countries has decided to ban mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches from classrooms, effective from 1 January 2024?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Netherlands government has chosen to impose a ban on the use of mobile phones, tablets, and smartwatches in classrooms, starting from 1 January 2024.
Category : International
4.
Which Indian company/organisation received the GeM award in the category "Timely Payments (CPSEs)" for the year 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NLC India Limited, a Navratna company under the Ministry of Coal, was honoured with the GeM award in the category "Timely Payments (CPSEs)" for the year 2023.
Category : Miscellaneous
5.
Which city is hosting the ‘Meeting of Space Economy Leaders under India’s G20 presidency’?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The fourth edition of the Space Economy Leaders Meeting is being held in Bengaluru on July 6 and 7, under India's presidency of the Group of Twenty (G20).
Category : National
6.
Which state cabinet approved a proposal for the inclusion of the Kui language in the 8th schedule of the Constitution of India?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Odisha state cabinet approved a proposal recommending the inclusion of the Kui language in the 8th schedule of the Constitution of India.
Category : State
7.
Which state became the first state to launch the 'Antyodaya Shramik Suraksha Yojana'?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel launched the accident insurance scheme 'Antyodaya Shramik Suraksha Yojana.'
Category : State
8.
In which city was the world's first human-robot press conference held?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The United Nations' International Telecommunication Union hosted the 'AI for Good' conference in Geneva, where nine humanoid robots participated, marking the world's first human-robot press conference.
Category : National
9.
The Ministry of Finance released how much funds to 22 State Governments for their respective State Disaster Response Funds?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Department of Expenditure, Ministry of Finance, released an amount of Rs. 7,532 crore to 22 State Governments for their respective State Disaster Response Funds (SDRF).
Category : Economy
10.
Who became the first Indian male archer to clinch a gold medal in the recurve category at the Youth World Championships 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Parth Salunkhe achieved the historic feat of becoming the first Indian male archer to win a gold medal in the recurve category at the Youth World Championships 2023.
Category : Sports
11.
On which date is World Paper Bag Day celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Paper Bag Day is celebrated annually on July 12 to promote the significance of using paper bags instead of plastic.
Category : Important Days
12.
Which country revoked BBC's media accreditation for disseminating fake news?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Syria's Ministry of Information revoked the media accreditation of BBC on 8 July 2023, citing biased and fake news in the broadcaster's coverage of the war-torn nation.
Category : International
13.
With which company/organization did the Ministry of Defence sign a contract for the procurement of two Dornier Aircraft for the Indian Coast Guard?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ministry of Defence signed a contract with Hindustan Aeronautics Limited for the procurement of two Dornier Aircraft for the Indian Coast Guard.
Category : Miscellaneous
14.
In which country was the 34th International Biology Olympiad held, where India emerged as the overall winner?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India achieved a remarkable victory as the overall winner at the 34th International Biology Olympiad (IBO) held in Al Ain, UAE from 2-11 July.
Category : Sports
15.
Which bank has appointed Abhijit Chakravorty as CEO?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
SBI Cards & Payment Services (SBI Card), the country’s largest pure-play credit card issuer, has appointed Abhijit Chakravorty as MD & CEO.
Category : Banking
16.
India and which country will jointly host a two-day ‘India-Africa International Millet Conference' on 30 - 31 August 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and Kenya will come together to co-host the 'India-Africa International Millet Conference' scheduled for 30 - 31 August 2023.
Category : International
17.
Which Indian city's Municipal Corporation has earned the distinction of becoming the first urban body in the country to receive the Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) credit?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indore Municipal Corporation (IMC) has become the first urban body in India to be credited with the Extended Producers Responsibility (EPR) recognition.
Category : National
18.
When is NABARD Foundation Day celebrated?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) celebrated its 42nd Foundation Day on July 12, 2023.
Category : Important Days
19.
Recently, the third meeting of the G-20 Culture Working Group commenced in which city?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 3rd G20 Culture Group (CWG) meeting began from 9th July to 12th July 2023 in Hampi, Karnataka.
Category : National
20.
With which country has India started trade settlements in local currencies?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar informed that India and Tanzania have begun trade settlements in local currencies.
Category : International
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