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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • August 27, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
Which city in India has adopted the Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS) developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM)?
Kolkata
Pune
New Delhi
Mumbai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian city of Kolkata has taken a significant step forward by adopting an Air Quality Early Warning System (AQEWS), developed by the Indian Institute of Tropical Meteorology (IITM) based in Pune.

2.
Infosys has announced a multi-year partnership with which of the following women tennis players?
Ons Jabeur
Iga Swiatek
Aryna Sabalenka
Coco Gauff
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Infosys, a global leader in consulting and digital services, has announced a multi-year partnership with women’s tennis World No. 1, Iga Swiatek.

3.
Which country collaborated with the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship to host a roundtable on "Enhancing Health Workforce Training and Skill Pathways"?
Pakistan
Canada
Australia
Egypt
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India, in collaboration with the Australian Government, successfully hosted a roundtable on "Enhancing Health Workforce Training and Skill Pathways" in New Delhi.

4.
Who has launched the revamped Income Tax Department website recently?
Shri. Nitin Gupta
Shri. Jyotiraditya Scindia
Shri. Narendra Modi
Shri. Amit Shah
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The newly revamped website was launched by Shri. Nitin Gupta, Chairman, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT)), at the ‘Chintan Shivir’, organised by the Directorate of Income Tax (Systems) at Udaipur.

5.
Who released the coffee table book on the traditional and local architecture of terminal buildings at AAI airports?
Narendra Modi
Amit Shah
Jyotiraditya Scindia
Smriti Irani
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Union Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia released a book titled “Traditional & Local Architecture on Elevation & Design of Upcoming New Terminal Buildings” in the national capital.

6.
Who has been declared the winner of Zimbabwe's presidential election?
Nelson Chamisa
Emmerson Mnangagwa
Robert Mugabe
David Nelson
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Emmerson Mnangagwa has been declared the winner of Zimbabwe's presidential election.

7.
On which of the following dates is National Sports Day celebrated in India?
August 29
September 29
July 29
October 29
Answer: Option
Explanation:
National Sports Day is celebrated on August 29 in India.

8.
How much funding did Zepto raise in its Series-E funding round recently?
$200 million
$1.4 billion
$100 million
$500 million
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Online grocery delivery startup Zepto has successfully raised $200 million in a Series-E funding round, achieving a valuation of $1.4 billion.

9.
In which of the following countries Indian Embassy launched an app named "EoIBh-Connect"?
Jordan
Bahrain
Japan
Canada
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Embassy of India in Bahrain launched a novel mobile application, EoIBh-Connect, designed to facilitate online appointment booking for a spectrum of consular and visa services, accessible through both the Indian Embassy at Manama, Bahrain.

10.
Which of the following Indian Politicians was conferred with the prestigious Grand Cross of the Order of Honour by the Greek President?
Shri Rahul Gandhi
Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman
Shri Narendra Modi
Shri Rajnath Singh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi was conferred with the prestigious Grand Cross of the Order of Honour by Greek President Katerina N Sakellaropoulou, a special honour reflecting the strength of the India-Greece partnership.

11.
What does the SVAMITVA Scheme stand for?
Social Volunteering for Agricultural and Mapping with Improvised Village Improvement
Sustainable Village Management and Technology Advancement
Survey of Valuable Agricultural Resources Mapping with Improvised in Rural Areas
Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The SVAMITVA (Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas) Scheme, initiated by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, has been honoured with the prestigious National Award for e-Governance 2023 (Gold) in recognition of its groundbreaking application.

12.
What is the name given by the Indian Government to the lunar landing site?
Ganpati Point
Aadi Shankar Point
Shiv Shankar Point
Shiv Shakti Point
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The name 'Shiv Shakti Point' represents a harmonious amalgamation of spirituality and scientific prowess. This significant declaration was made during the Prime Minister’s visit to the ISRO Telemetry, Tracking and Command Network Mission Control Complex in Bengaluru.

13.
When is the International Day Against Nuclear Tests observed?
August 28
August 20
August 27
August 29
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day Against Nuclear Tests is observed on 29 August.

14.
In which of the following states is the Union Government proposing to start a Tribal University?
New Delhi
Andhra Pradesh
Maharashtra
West Bengal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Union Government has proposed to start a Tribal University in the Parvatipuram Manyam district of the northern region of Andhra Pradesh.