Current Affairs - Obituary

Exercise : Obituary - Latest Current Affairs
  • Obituary - Latest Current Affairs
31.
Who was the first Asian to lead a global bank and recently passed away at the age of 76?
Deepak Parekh
Naina Lal Kidwai
Rana Talwar
Lakshmi Mittal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Rana Talwar, the former CEO of Standard Chartered Bank, was the first Asian to head a global bank. His recent demise at the age of 76 was confirmed by real estate giant DLF. Talwar had a distinguished career in the banking sector, starting with Citibank India in 1969 and later becoming a leader in retail businesses across various regions.

32.
Who is credited with the discovery and development of India's first oral contraceptive pill 'Saheli'?
Dr Rajesh Misra
Dr Krishnaswamy
Dr Nitya Anand
Dr Sanjay Reddy
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dr Nitya Anand, the individual behind the creation of India's first oral contraceptive pill 'Saheli,' passed away at 99 in Lucknow. His groundbreaking work in developing Saheli, a unique birth control pill without steroids or hormones, has left a lasting impact on reproductive health in India.

33.
Which country's Emir recently passed away, leading to a one-day state mourning in India?
Saudi Arabia
Kuwait
Qatar
Oman
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Emir of Kuwait, Sheikh Nawab Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah, passed away at the age of 86, prompting a one-day state mourning in India on December 17, 2023.