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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • July 20, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
Which IIT recently launched the 'AI for India 2.0' program?
IIT Madras
IIT Kanpur
IIT Delhi
IIT Kolkata
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'AI for India 2.0' program was launched by IIT Madras in collaboration with GUVI (Grab Ur Vernacular Imprint), an ed-tech company incubated at IIT Madras and IIM Ahmedabad. The program aims to provide education in vernacular languages and harness the potential of Artificial Intelligence systems for societal benefits.

2.
How many medals did the Indian contingent win at the 25th Asian Athletics Championship 2023?
24
25
26
27
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India secured an impressive tally of 27 medals, including six gold, 12 silver, and nine bronze, at the 25th Asian Athletics Championship 2023, securing the third position overall after China and Japan. This achievement surpassed India's previous record set in 2017 at Bhubaneswar, where they won nine gold, six silver, and 12 bronze medals.

3.
The 19th session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) was held in which city in Italy?
Milan
Venice
Verona
Rome
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 19th session of the Commission on Genetic Resources for Food and Agriculture (CGRFA) was held at FAO headquarters in Rome, Italy, from 17 to 21 July 2023. The session was preceded by a special event on 15 July 2023, commemorating the Commission's 40th anniversary.

4.
In which state has the Harela Festival 2023 commenced?
Nagaland
Jharkhand
Manipur
Uttarakhand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Harela Festival 2023 has commenced in Uttarakhand. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dham participated in a water conservation program organized on the occasion of the festival.

5.
The ‘CRCS-Sahara Refund Portal' has been launched to facilitate refunds for the depositors of which entity?
LIC depositors
Sahara Group
Reliance Group
SEBI depositors
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Cooperation Minister Amit Shah launched the 'CRCS-Sahara Refund Portal' to assist over 10 crore depositors of the Sahara Group in claiming their money back within 45 days.

6.
Which state has introduced cashless payment at inter-state check posts?
Andhra Pradesh
Chhattisgarh
Kerala
Bihar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Andhra Pradesh transport department has introduced a UPI payments system at inter-state check posts to combat corruption.

7.
In which city did Indian athlete Ajit Singh win the gold medal in the final of men's javelin throw F46 at the Para Athletics Championships?
Abu Dhabi
Paris
England
Chicago
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indian athlete Ajit Singh won the gold medal in the final of men's javelin throw F46 at the Para Athletics Championships held in Paris. He achieved a throw of 65.41 and secured the top position in the event.

8.
ADB has kept India’s FY24 growth forecast at what percentage, banking on demand strength?
6.4%
6.5%
6.6%
6.7%
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has projected India's economic growth to moderate in the current financial year, FY24, to 6.4 per cent, down from the 6.8 per cent expansion witnessed in FY23, relying on demand strength.

9.
On which date is Pi Approximation Day observed?
July 21
July 22
July 23
July 24
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Pi Approximation Day is observed on July 22 (22/7 in the day/month date format) to celebrate the common approximation of π as 22⁄7, which is accurate to two decimal places and dates back to Archimedes.

10.
Who has been appointed as the 25th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard?
Rajpal Singh
Rakesh Pal
Azad Singh
Gajendra Yadav
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Rakesh Pal has been appointed as the 25th Director General of the Indian Coast Guard. He has been recognized for his distinguished service, having received the Tatrakshak Medal in 2013 and the President Tatrakshak Medal in 2018. He holds the distinction of being the First Gunner of ICG.

11.
From which country did Pakistan recently receive a loan of USD 600 million?
China
Kuwait
Russia
Egypt
Answer: Option
Explanation:
To bolster its foreign exchange reserves following an IMF deal, cash-strapped Pakistan received an additional $600 million loan from its all-weather ally, China, as announced by Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif on Tuesday.

12.
Recently, in which state was the Chachin Grazing Festival celebrated?
Andhra Pradesh
Uttar Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh
Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Chachin grazing festival was recently celebrated by local graziers in the Tawang region near Bumla Pass, Arunachal Pradesh, on July 14-15.

13.
Which country has reached an inflation rate of 7.9%?
UAE
UK
USA
Haiti
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The inflation rate in the U.K. has reached a 15-month low at 7.9%, leading to speculations about a potential interest rate hike by the Bank of England.

14.
In which country was the 'International Defense Exhibition 2023' being organized?
Singapore
Sudan
South Korea
Spain
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 'International Defense Exhibition 2023' (ADEX 2023) was organized in Seoul, the capital of South Korea. The exhibition featured the participation of 550 companies from 35 countries showcasing their defence-related technologies and products.

15.
On which date is World Brain Day observed?
July 20
July 21
July 22
July 23
Answer: Option
Explanation:
World Brain Day, also known as International Brain Day, is observed annually on July 22, as a global healthcare event dedicated to raising awareness about brain health.

16.
In the grasslands of which state's Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) was the rare and globally endangered bird species 'Jordon’s Babbler' spotted in the buffer zone?
Odisha
Maharashtra
Uttar Pradesh
Karnataka
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The rare and globally endangered bird species 'Jordon’s Babbler' was spotted in the buffer zone of Uttar Pradesh's Dudhwa Tiger Reserve (DTR) during a grassland survey of bird fauna.

17.
Which profession did Dr Mangala Narlikar, who passed away, belong to?
Mathematician
Psychologist
Historian
Economist
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dr Mangala Narlikar, an eminent mathematician, passed away at the age of 80 due to cancer.

18.
In which city is the Annual Bonalu Festival being celebrated?
Chennai
Hyderabad
Mumbai
Bangalore
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Annual Bonalu Festival is being celebrated in Hyderabad, especially in parts of the Old City, usually during Ashada Masam, which falls in July/August.

19.
The dual elevated Eastern Cross Taxiways and the fourth runway were inaugurated at which city airport?
Chandigarh Airport
Bangalore Airport
Mumbai Airport
Delhi Airport
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Delhi's Indira Gandhi International Airport achieved a significant milestone with the inauguration of its fourth runway and dual elevated Eastern Cross Taxiways (ECT). The inauguration was done by Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia. Delhi Airport is now the only domestic airport with four operational runways.

20.
In which country are lessons in relationships and sex education (RSE) set to be compulsory for 15 to 18-year-olds at schools?
Ireland
Finland
Iceland
Poland
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Republic of Ireland is making lessons in relationships and sex education (RSE) compulsory for 15 to 18-year-olds at schools as part of changes to the social, personal, and health education (SPHE) for senior pupils.