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756.
Which country declared a state of disaster due to a devastating drought?
Botswana
Zimbabwe
Mozambique
South Africa
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Zimbabwe declared a state of disaster due to a severe drought impacting southern Africa, triggering food shortages and humanitarian crises, with President Mnangagwa urgently seeking $2 billion in aid to address the situation. The drought, attributed to an "El Nino-induced drought," has led to below-normal rainfall, affecting over 80% of the country and putting approximately 2.7 million people at risk of hunger.

757.
Which organization is hosting the World Future Energy Summit on April 16?
Masdar
ADNOC
DEWA
ENEC
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Masdar, Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company, is hosting the World Future Energy Summit and the annual Green Hydrogen Summit on April 16, aiming to accelerate global green hydrogen economy development under the leadership of Dr. Sultan bin Ahmed Al Jaber and Mohamed Jameel Al Ramahi.

758.
In which year was the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) founded?
1945
1946
1947
1949
Answer: Option
Explanation:
NATO was founded in 1949, marking its 75th anniversary this year, with a special event in Brussels to commemorate seven decades of collective defence and expansion, emphasizing the significance of Article 5 in ensuring member states' security.

759.
Where was the 19th annual meeting of the secretaries of the security councils of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states held?
India
Kazakhstan
Russia
China
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 19th annual meeting of the secretaries of the security councils of the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) member states was held in Astana, Kazakhstan. Ajit Doval, India's National Security Advisor, led the Indian delegation at this meeting, which aimed to address security challenges and cooperation among SCO member states.

760.
Which country introduced e-Visa for Indian Tourists?
UK
Australia
Japan
France
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Japan recently launched eVisa services exclusively for Indian tourists, allowing them to stay for up to 90 days for tourism purposes without the need for physical visa stickers. This initiative simplifies the visa application process and enhances travel convenience for Indian visitors to Japan.