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376.
Which country received 9 tonnes of medical supplies from India to support its health crisis?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
India sent 9 tonnes of medical supplies to Haiti, including blood transfusion essentials, reagents for Immunohematology, rapid tests, and ELISA kits. This support aims to assist Haiti amid its severe health crisis and ongoing violence. The medical supplies were dispatched from New Delhi to Port-au-Prince following a tragic boat fire off Haiti's coast, highlighting the urgent need for international aid to address the country's critical situation.
Date : 2024-07-30
377.
Where was the 54th International Physics Olympiad 2024 held?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 54th International Physics Olympiad 2024 took place in Isfahan, Iran. This event was significant for the Indian delegation, as all five participants secured medals, including 2 gold and 3 silver. The Olympiad witnessed China securing the first position, followed by Russia and Romania. India and Vietnam share the fourth position, highlighting the competitive spirit and excellence of participants from these nations in the field of physics.
Date : 2024-07-30
378.
Which country’s Sado gold mine was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site on July 27?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
On July 27, Japan's Sado gold mine was registered as a UNESCO World Heritage site. This decision marks a significant development in acknowledging the mine's historical and cultural significance, including its connection to the abuse of Korean labourers during World War II. The listing represents an effort to address the dark aspects of the mine's history and improve diplomatic relations between Japan and South Korea. The mine, once the world's largest gold producer, operated for nearly 400 years before closing in 1989.
Date : 2024-07-29
379.
In which city did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar unveil a bust of Mahatma Gandhi?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar unveiled a bust of Mahatma Gandhi in Tokyo's Edogawa ward. This event underscored Gandhi's global legacy and his enduring message of peace and non-violence. The ceremony took place during Jaishankar’s visit to Japan for a Quad foreign ministers’ meeting, with notable attendees including Edogawa ward’s mayor Takeshi Saito and parliamentary vice minister of foreign affairs Masahiro Komura. The unveiling highlights the significance of Gandhi's teachings on non-violence and their ongoing relevance in today’s world.
Date : 2024-07-29
380.
In which country did the previously uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe emerge due to encroachment and a search for food and safety?
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The previously uncontacted Mashco Piro tribe emerged in Peru. Peru is a country in Western South America, bordered by Ecuador, Colombia, Brazil, Bolivia, Chile, and the Pacific Ocean. It is known for its diverse habitats, including the Andes mountains and the Amazon Basin rainforest, and is a major producer of lithium, lead, zinc, gold, copper, and silver.
Date : 2024-07-28
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