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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • October 6, 2023 Current Affairs
1.
Which state government has announced a policy to reserve 35% of all state government job positions for women, excluding the Forest Department?
Delhi
Mumbai
Madhya Pradesh
Chennai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Madhya Pradesh government has announced a policy to reserve 35% of all state government job positions for women, excluding the Forest Department. This progressive amendment to the Madhya Pradesh Civil Services (Special Provision for Appointment of Women) Rules, 1997, comes just ahead of the upcoming state assembly elections.

2.
Who was awarded the Sahitya Akademi's Bal Sahitya Puraskar in Manipuri language for the year 2023?
Naorem Lokeshwore Singh
Dilip Nongmaithem
Ningombam Jadumani Singh
Naorem Bidyasagar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dilip Nongmaithem, a writer in the Manipuri language, was awarded the Sahitya Akademi's Bal Sahitya Puraskar for the year 2023 for his book 'Ibemma Amasung Ngabemma.' The Sahitya Akademi is India's premier literary institution. The Bal Sahitya Puraskar is awarded annually to children's authors for outstanding contributions to children's literature in any of the 22 Indian languages recognized by the Akademi.

3.
Where is Nokia's 6G lab facility located?
Chennai
Delhi
Bengaluru
Mumbai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Nokia's 6G lab facility is located in Bengaluru, India. It is the company's first 6G lab in the world. The lab will focus on developing core technologies in 6G technology. It will also collaborate with other companies and research institutions to advance the development of 6G.

4.
Which country won the gold medal in the compound men's team archery at the Asian Games 2023?
China
South Korea
Japan
India
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's men's compound team of Abhishek Verma, Ojas Deotale, and Prathamesh Jawkar won the gold medal in the compound men's team archery at the Asian Games 2023. They defeated South Korea 235-230 in the final.

5.
Where was the country's first high-tech sports training centre for persons with disabilities inaugurated by PM Modi?
Gwalior
Delhi
Mumbai
Chennai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched India's inaugural state-of-the-art sports training centre for Divyangjan (people with disabilities) in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, named in honour of former Prime Minister Shri Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The initiative's goal is to ensure equal sports opportunities, foster talent development, and promote participation in diverse sporting fields. Divyangjan from across the nation can now train and practice at the Atal Bihari Training Center for Divyang Sports.

6.
Who has had their tenure extended as the Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI) until August of the following year?
Rajnish Kumar
Chanda Kochhar
Arundhati Bhattacharya
Dinesh Khara
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Mr. Dinesh Khara was appointed as the Chairman of the State Bank of India (SBI) on October 7, 2020. His tenure was extended until August of 2024. Mr. Khara is a seasoned banker with over 30 years of experience in the industry. He has held various leadership positions at SBI, including Managing Director and CEO of SBI Funds Management.

7.
What was the value of India's services sector Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) in September 2023?
61.0
60.1
59.2
58.3
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Purchasing Managers' Index (PMI) for the services sector in India reached 61 in September 2023, according to a survey-based index by S&P Global Market Intelligence. The PMI is a measure of business activity in the services sector. A reading above 50 indicates expansion, while a reading below 50 indicates contraction.

8.
Which state will be the location of the newly approved Sarakka Central Tribal University?
Andhra Pradesh
Telangana
Chhattisgarh
Jharkhand
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Sarakka Central Tribal University will be located in Mulugu district, Telangana. It is a commitment made by the Central government as a part of the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation Act, 2014. The university will have a budget of Rs 889 crore and will aim to provide quality education to tribal students in the region. It will offer a variety of courses at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, as well as research programs.

9.
Which country delivered the inaugural uranium shipment to Bangladesh for the Rooppur nuclear power plant?
China
India
Russia
Bangladesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Russia delivered the inaugural uranium shipment to Bangladesh for the Rooppur nuclear power plant. The project is a significant one for Bangladesh, as it will provide much-needed electricity for the country's growing economy. The Rooppur nuclear power plant is being constructed by Russia's Rosatom. It is expected to be completed in 2024 and will generate 2,400 MW of electricity.

10.
Which state's Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag?
Jammu and Kashmir
Arunachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand
Himachal Pradesh
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Arunachal Pradesh's Yak Churpi has received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag. It is a naturally fermented dairy product crafted from the milk of yaks. Churpi is a traditional food of the tribal yak herders in the state. It is rich in protein and has been a lifeline for them in the harsh conditions of the Himalayan region.

11.
Which country won the gold medal in the mixed doubles squash tournament at the Asian Games 2023?
India
Malaysia
China
Japan
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India's Dipika Pallikal and Harinder Pal Sandhu won the gold medal in the mixed doubles squash tournament at the Asian Games 2023 in Hangzhou, China. They defeated Malaysia's Aifa Azman-Mohd Syafiq Kamal 2-0 (11-10, 11-10) in the final. This is the first time a squash mixed doubles tournament has featured at the Asian Games.