Current Affairs - Current Affairs
1.
What was the annual rate of inflation based on all India WPI recorded in June 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The annual rate of inflation based on all India Wholesale Price Index (WPI) recorded a 4.12 percent decline for June 2023. In May 2023, it was recorded as a 3.48 percent decline.
Category : Economy
2.
Which meeting of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council was organized recently?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Goods and Services Tax (GST) Council, in its 50th meeting, decided rules for online gaming, casinos, and horse racing, along with changes in tax rates on various items.
Category : Miscellaneous
3.
Which state has approved the construction of the state's first ultra-supercritical plant of 800 MW?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
In the Uttar Pradesh cabinet meeting on 11 July 2023, 17 proposals were approved. Under this, 2 power plants of 800 MW each will be set up at Obra, Sonbhadra, Uttar Pradesh in collaboration with NTPC for Rs 18,000 crore and will be the first ultra-supercritical plant in the state.
Category : State
4.
On which date is World Youth Skills Day observed?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Youth Skills Day is observed annually on July 15th since 2014, as declared by the United Nations, to recognize the significance of imparting young individuals the necessary skills for employment, decent work, and entrepreneurship.
Category : Important Days
5.
In which city is India's top table tennis league UTT tournament being organized?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's top table tennis league Ultimate Table Tennis (UTT) tournament is being organized at the Shiv Chhatrapati Sports Complex, Pune from July 13 to 27, 2023.
Category : National
6.
Which figure correctly represents India's overall exports in June 2023?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's overall exports (Merchandise and Services combined) in June 2023* are estimated to be USD 60.09 Billion, exhibiting a negative growth of (-) 13.16 percent over June 2022.
Category : Economy
7.
With which country's highest award, the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, was PM Modi conferred?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi has become the first Indian Prime Minister to have been conferred with the Grand Cross of the Legion of Honour, France's highest civilian and military honour, by French President Emmanuel Macron.
Category : International
8.
How many Laws will be affected by the Indian government's approval of changes to the Jan Vishwas Bill to decriminalize offences?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Cabinet has reportedly approved amendments to the Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Bill, 2023. The proposed changes aim to decriminalize minor offences by amending 183 provisions across 42 Acts administered by 19 ministries.
Category : Miscellaneous
9.
Which country recently appointed its first female central bank head?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Australian Treasurer Jim Chalmers and Prime Minister Anthony Albanese announced Michele Bullock as the head of the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA), making her the first female to hold the position.
Category : International
10.
At the G-20 meeting, which country advocated for the responsible use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
At the G-20 meeting, India advocates for the responsible use of AI technology.
Category : International
11.
How much crore interim relief did the state of Himachal seek from the Centre?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The state of Himachal requested an interim relief of Rs 2,000 crore. The state has suffered losses of 4,000 crore, and the figure is likely to go up.
Category : Miscellaneous
12.
In which month did India's goods exports fall by 22%?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's goods exports plummeted 22.02% year-over-year in June, hitting an eight-month low of $32.97 billion, while imports fell 17.5% to $53.1 billion, as per data from the Commerce Ministry.
Category : National
13.
Which country became the first Arab country to obtain observer status on Asian-Pacific Money Laundering?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The UAE is participating with observer status in the plenary of the Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG), a Financial Action Task Force-Style regional body (FSRB).
Category : International
14.
Which country's parliament approved a bill to limit the Supreme Court's power?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Israel's parliament adopted a controversial bill that would limit the Supreme Court's oversight powers. Holding 64 of the Knesset's 120 seats, Netanyahu's coalition secured the first of three votes needed to turn the new bill into law.
Category : International
15.
Which country will join Britain in supplying long-range SCALP missiles to Ukraine?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
France President Emmanuel Macron has informed that France would join Britain in supplying long-range SCALP missiles to Ukraine.
Category : International
16.
Phosphine has recently been discovered in the atmosphere of which planet?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Scientists have discovered phosphine gas in the atmosphere of Venus, indicating the possibility of extraterrestrial life on the planet. The gas, typically released by living organisms, has been found at a depth deeper than previously observed.
Category : Science
17.
In which city is the world's largest International Temple Convention and Expo organized?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The world's largest International Temple Convention and Expo (ITCX) will be organized from 22 to 24 July 2023 at the Rudraksh Convention Center in Varanasi.
Category : National
18.
With which country has the Indian government signed an agreement to operationalize UPI (Unified Payment Interface)?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India and France have signed an agreement to operationalize UPI (Unified Payment Interface) in France.
Category : International
19.
India will host the ASEAN Countries Conference on Traditional Medicines on July 20, 2023, at Vigyan Bhawan in which city?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India will serve as the host of the ASEAN Countries Conference on Traditional Medicines on July 20, 2023, at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi.
Category : National
20.
For how many crore rupees will CarTrade Tech acquire OLX India's auto business?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Mumbai-based used car platform Car Trade Tech will acquire online marketplace OLX India's auto sales business for Rs. 537 crore.
Category : Economy
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