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Exercise : Places - Latest Current Affairs
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246.
Which city is set to host the second district-level edition of the Military Literature Festival in early 2024?
Amritsar
Patiala
Chandigarh
Ludhiana
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Amritsar is set to host the second district-level edition of the Military Literature Festival, organized by the Military Literature Festival Association, to spread awareness about the role of the armed forces and inspire the youth.

247.
Where did the 4th edition of the annual ASEAN India Grassroots Innovation Forum (AIGIF) take place?
Jakarta, Indonesia
Hanoi, Vietnam
Langkawi, Malaysia
Manila, Philippines
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 4th edition of AIGIF occurred in Langkawi, Malaysia, emphasizing collaborative efforts in Science, Technology, and Innovation between India and the 10 ASEAN Member States.

248.
Where was the 9th National Level Pollution Response Exercise (NATPOLREX-IX) conducted by the Indian Coast Guard?
Vadinar, Gujarat
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Kochi, Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The exercise, NATPOLREX-IX, occurred off Vadinar, Gujarat, on November 25, 2023, assessing the preparedness and coordination of agencies in responding to a marine oil spill, aligned with the National Oil Spill Disaster Contingency Plan (NOSDCP).

249.
Which city in India holds the title of the cleanest city, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, as confirmed by the annual Swachh Survekshan research conducted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA)?
Mumbai
Delhi
Chennai
Indore
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Indore has been recognized as the cleanest city in India, consistently meeting high standards of cleanliness and sanitation, according to the annual Swachh Survekshan research conducted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MOHUA).

250.
Where is Jim Corbett National Park located?
Ramnagar, Uttarakhand
Dehradun, Himachal Pradesh
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Darjeeling, West Bengal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Jim Corbett National Park is situated in the foothills of the Himalayas in Ramnagar, Uttarakhand, India. This park is named after Jim Corbett, the legendary hunter-turned-conservationist. With its natural water sources, dense forests, and the presence of the Ramganga River, the park provides an ideal habitat for tigers and other majestic creatures.