When did the European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) organize the first Global Wind Day?
(A)
2007
(B)
2008
(C)
2009
(D)
2011
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: In 2007, European Wind Energy Association (EWEA) organized the first Global Wind Day.
2.
The meeting of the Women-20 on the third and final working group held at which place on 15 June?
(A)
Kanchipuram
(B)
Mahabalipuram
(C)
Puducherry
(D)
Rameswaram
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The women 20 Summit began in Mahabalipuram near Chennai.
3.
UNGA adopted a resolution moved by which country to establish a memorial wall in the UN Headquarters for martyred peacekeepers?
(A)
Nepal
(B)
China
(C)
India
(D)
Cambodia
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: UNGA adopted a resolution moved by India to honour martyred peacekeepers.
4.
First Hindu-American Summit was held at the US Capitol. It has been organized by which of the following?
(A)
Hindus Protection
(B)
Americans4Hindus
(C)
Hindus4Americans
(D)
Protect Hindus
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: A group of eminent Indian-Americans hosted the first-ever Hindu-American Summit for Political Engagement.
5.
World Bank launched its 1st road safety project in South Asia with the signing of a __________ financing agreement in Dhaka with the government of Bangladesh on 14 June 2023.
(A)
USD 358 million
(B)
USD 388 million
(C)
USD 290 million
(D)
USD 288 million
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The project has been launched with the signing of a USD 358 million financing agreement in Dhaka with the government of Bangladesh on 14 June 2023.
6.
Which of the following is the theme of International Day of Family Remittances 2023?
(A)
Digital remittances toward financial inclusion and cost reduction
(B)
Recovery through digital and Financial Inclusion
(C)
Positive socio-economic impact of Remittances on families' wellbeing
(D)
Remittance is a lifeline
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: This year, the theme of International Day of Family Remittances is "Digital remittances towards financial inclusion and cost reduction."
7.
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan flagged off the first Agri-SEZ Project of ______________ from New Delhi.
(A)
Gabon
(B)
Sudan
(C)
Nigeria
(D)
Kenya
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan flagged off the first Agri-SEZ Project of Gabon from New Delhi.
8.
Who is the author of “The Art of Plunder: A Captivating Tale of Greed, Vengeance, and Historical Relics”?
(A)
Alekhya Talapatra
(B)
Atul Gawande
(C)
Fareed Zakaria
(D)
Sanjay Gupta
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: It has been authored by Alekhya Talapatra. It is released by Evincepub Publishing.
9.
Which of the following statement/s is correct about the 22nd Law Commission?
1. 22nd Law Commission seeks views from public and religious organizations on Uniform Civil Code.
2. The 22nd law panel was constituted under the chairmanship of Justice Rituraj Awasthi (retd).
Select the correct code:
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
1 and 2 both
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: 22nd Law Commission seeks views from public and religious organizations on Uniform Civil Code.
10.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?
1. Currently, more than 2,650 different communities are listed in the Central OBC list for all States and Union Territories.
2. As of March 2023, about 1,270 communities were there in the SC list.
3. As of March 2023, about 748 communities were there in the ST list.
Select the correct answer using the following codes.
(A)
1 only
(B)
1 and 2 only
(C)
2 and 3 only
(D)
1, 2 and 3
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: About 80 more castes in six states may be added to the Central List of Other Backward Classes (OBCs).
The addition of 16 communities to the Central list of OBCs in Himachal Pradesh, Bihar, Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh and Jammu and Kashmir has been facilitated by the government.
11.
Recently, National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 report is released by which organization
(A)
NITI Ayog
(B)
Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs
(C)
Central Bureau of Investigation
(D)
Central Vigilance Commission
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Recently, the Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs (CBIC) released the National Time Release Study (NTRS) 2023 report.
12.
Despang Plains, Hot Spring, and Daulat Beg Oldie regions are located in which part of India
(A)
Jammu and Kashmir
(B)
Ladakh
(C)
Uttarakhand
(D)
Arunachal
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Thursday, June 15 will mark three years of the Galwan Valley incident when Indian and Chinese troops clashed deep inside eastern Ladakh, leaving 20 Indian Army personnel dead.
13.
Which of the following countries share boundaries with the Mediterranean Sea
1. Croatia
2. France
3. Greece
4. Israel
Select the correct answer using the code given below.
(A)
1 and 4 only
(B)
1, 2, and 3 only
(C)
1, 2, and 4 only
(D)
1, 2, 3 and 4
Correct Answer: (D)
14.
Consider the following statements
1. Landfall is the event of a tropical cyclone coming onto land after being over water
2. Cyclones lose their intensity once they move over land because of the reduction of moisture supply
Select the correct answer using the code given below
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Landfall is the event of a tropical cyclone coming onto land after being over water. As per the IMD, a tropical cyclone is said to have made landfall when the center of the storm – or its eye – moves over the coast.
Crucially a landfall should not be confused with a ‘direct hit’, which refers to a situation where the core of high winds (or eyewall) comes onshore but the center of the storm may stay remain offshore
15.
The G-20 Agriculture Working Group meeting is going to be held in which city in India
(A)
Hyderabad
(B)
Madhya Pradesh
(C)
Lucknow
(D)
Bangalore
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Recently, the 3-day meeting of the Agriculture Ministers under the Agriculture Working Group (AWG) of the G-20 began today in Hyderabad.
More than 200 delegates from member countries, invited countries and international organizations are participating in the meeting.
16.
With reference to the Hiroshima AI Process (HAP) consider the following statements:
1. It is an initiative of G20 countries.
2. HAP will work in cooperation with the OECD and Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI).
3. The initiative recognizes the need to immediately take stock of the opportunities and challenges of generative AI.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A)
Only one
(B)
Only two
(C)
All three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Hiroshima AI Process (HAP) is an effort by G7 to determine a way forward to regulate Artificial Intelligence (AI). HAP will work in cooperation with the OECD and Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI). The initiative recognizes the need to immediately take stock of the opportunities and challenges of generative AI.
17.
With reference to ‘Neurotechnology’ consider the following statements:
1. It encompasses any method or electronic device which interfaces with the cardiac system to monitor or modulate cardiac activity.
2. Neuro technologies constitute powerful research tools to advance fundamental neuroscience knowledge.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Neurotechnology encompasses any method or electronic device which interfaces with the nervous system to monitor or modulate neural activity. Neuro technologies constitute powerful research tools to advance fundamental neuroscience knowledge.
18.
With reference to the Sanshodhak Ship, consider the following statements:
1. It is a Shivalik-class stealth multi-role frigate built for the Indian Navy.
2. The ship would be deployed for collecting oceanographic and geophysical data for defense as well as civil applications.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(A)
1 only
(B)
2 only
(C)
Both 1 and 2
(D)
Neither 1 nor 2
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Sanshodhak is the fourth of four ships of the Survey Vessels (Large) (SVL) Project being built by L&T/ Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE) for the Indian Navy. Sanshodhak Ship would be deployed for collecting oceanographic and geophysical data for defence as well as civil applications.
19.
With reference to the El Nino, consider the following statements:
1. In the case of India, El Niño is associated with a strong monsoon circulation.
2. La Nina brings good rainfall during the monsoon season.
3. El Nino accentuates the global warming phenomenon and contributes to climate change.
How many of the above statements are correct?
(A)
One only
(B)
Two only
(C)
All three
(D)
None
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: In the case of India, El Niño has been associated with a weakening of the monsoon circulation, resulting in a reduction in rainfall during the monsoon season. La Nina brings good rainfall during the monsoon season. El Nino accentuates the global warming phenomenon and contributes to climate change.
20.
Which annual report provides findings on global nuclear arsenals and arms control?
(A)
SIPRI Yearbook
(B)
UNICEF Annual Report
(C)
World Health Organization Report
(D)
International Monetary Fund Report
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The SIPRI Yearbook is an annual report released by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) that provides research and analysis on global nuclear arsenals, arms control, and disarmament.
21.
What is the minimum investment limit for the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2023-24?
(A)
0.5 grams
(B)
1 gram
(C)
5 grams
(D)
10 grams
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The minimum permissible investment limit for SGBs is one gram of gold.
22.
What was the retail inflation rate in India in May 2023?
(A)
4.70%
(B)
5.66%
(C)
6.44%
(D)
4.25%
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: According to the latest data, the retail inflation rate in India in May 2023 dropped to a more than two-year low of 4.25%.
23.
Which index measures the overall prices of goods before they are sold at retail prices?
(A)
Wholesale Price Index (WPI)
(B)
Consumer Price Index (CPI)
(C)
Producer Price Index (PPI)
(D)
Retail Price Index (RPI)
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The WPI calculates the overall prices of goods before they are sold at retail prices.
24.
Shaktikanta Das, the Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), was honored with the esteemed Governor of the Year Award for 2023. Which organization presented the Governor of the Year Award to Shaktikanta Das?
(A)
International Monetary Fund (IMF)
(B)
World Bank
(C)
Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
(D)
Central Banking
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: The Governor of the Year Award was presented to Shaktikanta Das by Central Banking, an organization that covers and examines matters concerning central banks and financial regulators globally.
25.
How much cash transfer is provided to eligible women under the Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)?
(A)
Rs. 5,000 in three installments
(B)
Rs. 4,000 in three installments
(C)
Rs. 2,000 in three installments
(D)
Rs. 1,000 in three installments
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Eligible women receive a direct cash transfer of Rs. 5,000 in three installments under the PMMVY.