Sengol will be installed by PM Modi in the new Parliament building at the inauguration of the new Parliament House. This Sengol was accepted by which of the following Prime Ministers of India?
(A)
Jawahar Lal Nehru
(B)
Lal Bahadur Shastri
(C)
Indira Gandhi
(D)
Chaudhary Charan Singh
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Sengol will be installed by PM Modi in the new Parliament building at the inauguration of the new Parliament House.
4.
In May 2023, Chief Ministers of Assam and Meghalaya held talks to resolve disputes in _____ other sectors along the border.
(A)
Five
(B)
Six
(C)
Seven
(D)
Eight
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Chief Ministers of Assam and Meghalaya held talks to resolve disputes in six other sectors along the border.
5.
Who among the following addressed the annual session of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) on 24 May 2023 in New Delhi and called upon the industry to prioritize Mission Hydrogen?
(A)
Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari
(B)
Commerce and Industries Minister Piyush Goyal
(C)
Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman
(D)
Home and Cooperation Minister Amit Shah
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari addressed the annual session of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
6.
Consider the following statements regarding Exercise ‘Tiger Shark 40’.
1. Exercise ‘Tiger Shark 40’ started at BNS Nirvik in Chattogram.
2. It is a joint Bangladesh-US Naval drill Exercise.
3. Its objective is to increase the strategic capabilities of both countries.
(A)
1 and 2
(B)
2 and 3
(C)
1, 2 and 3
(D)
3 Only
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Exercise ‘Tiger Shark 40’ started at BNS Nirvik in Chattogram.
7.
Navegaon Nagzira Tiger Reserve, which was seen in the news, is located in which state/UT?
(A)
Maharastra
(B)
Gujarat
(C)
Kerala
(D)
Uttarakhand
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Navegaon Nagzira Tiger Reserve is situated in Maharashtra’s Gondia district. It is currently witnessing a slight surge in the tiger population.
8.
Which state has recently commenced the removal of dotted lands in the state from the prohibited list?
(A)
Andhra Pradesh
(B)
Kerala
(C)
West Bengal
(D)
Gujarat
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: A dotted land is a disputed land that does not have a clear ownership document. The Andhra Pradesh government has recently commenced the removal of dotted lands in the state from the prohibited list.
9.
Which institution released the ‘Global Annual to Decadal Climate Update’?
(A)
UN
(B)
WMO
(C)
WHO
(D)
UNFCCC
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: According to a report by the WMO, global temperatures are predicted to reach record highs within the next five years, with at least one year becoming the warmest on record.
10.
Which country is set to manufacture a generic variant of the long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA) drug, used for HIV prevention?
(A)
India
(B)
South Africa
(C)
Israel
(D)
USA
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: South Africa is set to manufacture a cost-effective and generic variant of the long-acting cabotegravir (CAB-LA) drug, used for HIV prevention, marking the first time the country produces this medication.
11.
Arunachal Pradesh government will set up Institute for Transforming Arunachal (ITA) with the help of _____ to take the development of the state to the next level.
(A)
NABARD
(B)
NPCI
(C)
RBI
(D)
NITI Aayog
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Institute for Transforming Arunachal (ITA) will be set up by Arunachal Pradesh government with the help of NITI Aayog to take the development of the state to the next level.
12.
The Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries of which state/UT has received the Skoch SILVER Award 2023?
(A)
New Delhi
(B)
Chandigarh
(C)
Punjab
(D)
Rajasthan
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Skoch SILVER Award 2023 presented to the Department of Animal Husbandry and Fisheries, Chandigarh.
13.
Who among the following has announced his candidacy for the 2024 US Presidential Elections?
(A)
Ron DeSantis
(B)
Mark Drakeford
(C)
Kristina Moore
(D)
Peter Ferbrache
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Florida Governor Ron DeSantis announced his candidacy for the 2024 US Presidential Elections.
14.
Which of the following has launched a multilingual chatbot, Jugalbandi, for rural India?
(A)
Google
(B)
TCS
(C)
IBM
(D)
Microsoft
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Microsoft launched a multilingual chatbot, Jugalbandi, for rural India.
15.
The AI Supercomputer ‘AIRAWAT’ has been ranked _____ in the 61st edition of the Top 500 Global Supercomputing List at the International Supercomputing Conference (ISC 2023).
(A)
45th
(B)
65th
(C)
75th
(D)
100th
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: AI Supercomputer ‘AIRAWAT’ has been ranked 75th in the world.
16.
Which of the following countries has recently reached an agreement to appoint new ambassadors and restore full diplomatic ties?
(A)
Saudi Arabia and Canada
(B)
Saudi Arabia and Australia
(C)
Australia and Canada
(D)
None of the these
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Saudi Arabia and Canada have restored full diplomatic ties.
17.
Which European country has recently entered into recession?
Rajasthan CM launched ‘Jungle Safari’ in which of the following sanctuary?
(A)
Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary
(B)
Nahargarh Wildlife Sanctuary
(C)
National Chambal Wildlife Sanctuary
(D)
Kumbalgarh Wildlife Sanctuary
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Rajasthan Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot virtually inaugurated ‘Jungle Safari’ at Jaisamand Wildlife Sanctuary.
19.
Agriculture Insurance Company launched insurance products for ________________ sectors.
(A)
Livestock
(B)
Agriculture
(C)
Sericulture
(D)
All of the above
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Agriculture Insurance Company launched insurance products for the livestock, aquaculture and sericulture sectors.
20.
Who among the following is not one of the three Indian peacekeepers awarded the Dag Hammarskjold Medal by the United Nations on May 25?
(A)
Shishupal Singh
(B)
Samwali Ram Vishnoi
(C)
Shaber Taher Ali
(D)
Shoorveer Singh Solanki
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Three Indian peacekeepers were awarded the Dag Hammarskjold Medal by the United Nations on May 25.
21.
Which of the following is true about Kolak River, recently seen in the news?
(A)
Kolak River originates in Maharashtra’s Rajgad mountain range.
(B)
It is a west-flowing river that joins Narmada at Surat.
(C)
It forms Dhuandhar Falls at Palghar before entering Gujarat.
(D)
The Ukai Dam is built on River Kolak in Gujarat.
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Kolak river- west flowing river which joins Narmada at Surat
22.
Name the company that has recently (in May ‘23) launched Unified Payments Interface (UPI) SDK to enable customers of online merchants to make UPI payments directly.
(A)
Phonepay
(B)
Razorpay
(C)
Mobikwik
(D)
Paytm
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Paytm owner One97 Communications Limited launches Paytm UPI (Unified Payments Interface) SDK allowing customers of online merchants to make UPI payments directly and in-line from the merchant’s mobile app by entering their UPI PIN, and without getting redirected during checkout.
23.
Which bank has recently (in May ‘23) partnered with Manipal Global Academy of Banking, Financial Services and Insurance (BFSI) to launch Future Bankers 2.0?
(A)
Kotak Bank
(B)
Yes Bank
(C)
HDFC Bank
(D)
ICICI Bank
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: HDFC Bank Limited, India’s largest private sector bank, in association with the Manipal Global Academy of BFSI (Banking, financial services and insurance), has launched Future Bankers 2.0, a pan-India recruitment program to transform young graduates into banking professionals within 1 year.
24.
Name the personality who has recently (in May ‘23) been appointed as the caretaker Prime Minister (PM) of Greece.
(A)
Michail Stasinopoulos
(B)
Ioannis Sarmas
(C)
Karolos Papoulias
(D)
Prokopis Pavlopoulos
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Katerina Sakellaropoulou, President of Greece, has appointed Senior Judge Ioannis Sarmas (66 years old) as the caretaker Prime Minister (PM) of Greece to lead the caretaker government until the repeat election on 25th June 2023.
25.
Who was recently (in May ‘23) appointed as the brand ambassador of Realme?
(A)
Shah Rukh khan
(B)
Akshay Kumar
(C)
Ranbir Kapoor
(D)
Amir Khan
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Realme, a Chinese consumer electronics manufacturer based in Shenzhen, Guangdong, has appointed Bollywood actor Shah Rukh Khan as its new brand ambassador for their innovative range of smartphones.
26.
Name the union minister who has recently (on May ‘23) inaugurated the “e-Office portal of PCIM&H” and “Online portal”.
(A)
Amit Shah (Union Minister of Home Affairs)
(B)
Mansukh L. Mandaviya (Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare)
(C)
Dharmendra Pradhan (Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship)
(D)
Sarbananda Sonowal (Union Minister of AYUSH)
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, Ministry of Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homoeopathy (AYUSH), visited Pharmacopoeia Commission for Indian Medicine & Homoeopathy (PCIM&H), Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh(UP) and inaugurated “e-Office portal of PCIM&H” and “Online portal”.
27.
Name the country that has recently (in May ‘23) test-launched ‘Kheibar’, a new surface-to-surface 4th generation of Khorramshahr ballistic missile.
(A)
United Arab Emirates
(B)
Iran
(C)
France
(D)
Pakistan
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Iran successfully test-launched a new surface-to-surface 4th generation of Khorramshahr ballistic missile, a medium-range precision-guided projectile named Kheibar. It was developed by the Aerospace Industries Organization (AIO) under Iran’s Ministry of Defense.
28.
Why is 29th May Important for the global world?
(A)
Inauguration of the United Nations
(B)
WHO Established
(C)
International Day of UN Peacekeepers
(D)
None of the above
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: The General Assembly, in its resolution 57/129, designated 29 May as the International Day of United Nations Peacekeepers.
29.
Who was recently (in May ‘23) appointed as the acting Chief Justice (ACJ) of the Madras High Court (HC)?
(A)
D Krishnakumar
(B)
S Vaidyanathan
(C)
R Mahadevan
(D)
All of the above
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Justice S Vaidyanathan, the seniormost judge of the Madras High Court (HC), was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice (ACJ) of the Madras HC with effect from 25th May 2023. He succeeded ACJ, T. Raja, who retired from service on 24th May 2023.
30.
In May 2023, India’s AI (artificial intelligence) supercomputer, “AIRAWAT,” was ranked _______ globally in the 61st edition of the Top 500 Global Supercomputing List, released at the International Supercomputing Conference (ISC 2023) in Germany.
(A)
70th
(B)
75th
(C)
65th
(D)
85th
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: India’s AI (Artificial Intelligence) Supercomputer ‘AIRAWAT’, has been ranked 75th globally in the 61st edition of Top 500 Global Supercomputing List which was released at the International Supercomputing Conference (ISC 2023) in Germany.
31.
Which edition of the meeting of the NITI Aayog Governing Council was held at the New Convention Center at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on 27 May?
(A)
6th
(B)
7th
(C)
8th
(D)
9th
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: 8th meeting of NITI Ayog Governing Council chaired by PM Modi.
32.
The next census form will have how many religion options?
(A)
Five
(B)
Six
(C)
Seven
(D)
Eight
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The next census form will have only six religions options.
33.
Which bank has been merged with Cosmos Co-op Bank?
(A)
Maratha Sahakari Bank
(B)
Saraswat Co-operative Bank
(C)
Janata Co-operative Bank
(D)
Bharat Co-operative Bank
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Merger of Maratha Sahakari Bank with Cosmos Co-op Bank has been approved by RBI.
34.
ISRO launched its next-generation of navigational satellite NVS-1 by _____________.
(A)
GSLV F6
(B)
GSLV F12
(C)
GSLV F18
(D)
GSLV F20
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: ISRO launched its next-generation of navigational satellite NVS-1 on 29 May 2023.
35.
Menstrual Hygiene Day is celebrated on May 28. Germany-based NGO WASH United started it in the year _______
(A)
2020
(B)
2013
(C)
2021
(D)
2023
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Menstrual Hygiene Day is celebrated on May 28 all over the world to create awareness about menstruation, In 2013, Germany-based NGO WASH United started Menstrual Hygiene Day.
36.
Who has been appointed as the chief justice of the Madras High Court?
(A)
Justice SV Gangapurwala
(B)
Justice S V Bhatti
(C)
Justice M S R Ramachandra Rao
(D)
Justice R D Dhanuka
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The chief justice of five High Courts has been appointed by the Government.
37.
Which of the following ministry has approved a grant of Rs 45.34 Crore under Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK)?
(A)
Ministry of Minority Affairs
(B)
Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
(C)
Ministry of Law and Justice
(D)
Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Ministry of Minority Affairs supported the Central Council of Research in Unani Medicine (CCRUM) and National Institute of Unani Medicine (NIUM) Bengaluru for promoting and upgradation of Unani Medicine facilities in India.
38.
Who has taken oath as Central Vigilance Commissioner?
(A)
B. V. R. Subrahmanyam
(B)
Rajeev Kumar
(C)
Subodh Kumar Jaiswal
(D)
Praveen Kumar Srivastava
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Praveen Kumar Srivastava takes the oath as Central Vigilance Commissioner.
39.
Who has recently (in May ‘23) taken oath as the 24th Chief Minister (CM) of Karnataka?
(A)
Dharam Singh
(B)
H. D. Kumaraswamy
(C)
Siddaramaiah
(D)
Jagadish Shettar
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Congress Legislative Party Leader Siddaramaiah took oath as the Chief Minister (CM) of Karnataka at the swearing-in ceremony held at the Kanteerava Stadium in Bengaluru, Karnataka. This marks Siddaramaiah’s 2nd term as the CM of Karnataka. He previously served as the CM from 2013 to 2018. He became the 24th CM of Karnataka.
40.
Name the Indian Navy’s Kalvari class, 6th Scorpene Submarine of Project-75 that has recently (in May ‘23) commenced its sea trials.
(A)
INS Vela
(B)
INS Karanj
(C)
INS Vikrant
(D)
INS Vaghsheer
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: The 6th Scorpene Submarine of Project-75, Yard 11880, Indian Navy’s Kalvari class “Vaghsheer” commenced its sea trials. The submarine was launched on 20 April 2022 from the Kanhoji Angre Wet Basin of Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited (MDL), formerly known as Mazagon Dock Limited.
41.
In May 2023, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) constituted a 21-member Intermediary Advisory Committee, chaired by the former SEBI executive director (ED) ____________.
(A)
Usha Narayan
(B)
Upendra Kumar Sinha
(C)
S Ravindran
(D)
Jitendra Nath Gupta
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Explanation: The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) constituted a 21-member Intermediary Advisory Committee chaired by the former SEBI executive director (ED) S Ravindran.
42.
In May 2023, Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually flagged off Uttarakhand’s 1st semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Train connecting Dehradun with ___________ (state/UT).
(A)
Delhi
(B)
Uttar Pradesh
(C)
Gujarat
(D)
Haryana
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Explanation: Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi virtually flagged off Uttarakhand’s 1st semi-high-speed Vande Bharat Train connecting Dehradun with Delhi.
43.
In May 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sanctioned the voluntary scheme of amalgamation of Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd with ___________ (Co-operative Bank).
(A)
Cosmos Co-operative Bank
(B)
Saraswat Co-operative Bank
(C)
Janata Co-operative Bank
(D)
Bharat Co-operative Bank
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sanctioned the voluntary Scheme of Amalgamation of Maratha Sahakari Bank Ltd., Mumbai (Maharashtra) with the Cosmos Co-operative Bank Ltd, Pune (Maharashtra), the second largest urban cooperative bank of India, from May 29, 2023, in exercise of its powers conferred under Sub-Section (4) of Section 44A read with Section 56 of the Banking Regulation (BR) Act, 1949.
44.
In May 2023, a consortium led by ________ (company) received an advance purchase order worth Rs __________ from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL) for the deployment of a 4G network across India.
(A)
Wipro Limited; 25,000 crore
(B)
Tata Consultancy Services Limited; 15,000 crore
(C)
Infosys Limited; 25,000 crore
(D)
Tata Consultancy Services Limited; 30,000 crore
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Explanation: The Tata Consultancy Service Limited (TCS)-led consortium has received an advance purchase order worth Rs 15,000 crore from Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. (BSNL), a central public sector undertaking (PSU) under the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, for the deployment of a 4G network across India.
45.
Which bank has recently (in May ‘23) appointed Srikrishnan Harihara Sarma as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a period of 3 years?
(A)
RBL
(B)
KOTAK Bank
(C)
Karnataka Bank
(D)
SBI Bank
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: Explanation: Karnataka Bank, one of the leading South Indian Private sector banks, appointed Srikrishnan Harihara Sarma as its new Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) for a period of 3 years with effect from the date of his assuming charge.
46.
Name the personality from India who has been recently (in May ‘23) appointed as a member of the Advisory Committee to the President of the 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
(A)
N. R. Narayana Murthy
(B)
Mukesh Ambani
(C)
Ratan Tata
(D)
Gautam Adani
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Explanation: Mukesh Ambani, the Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of Reliance Industries has been appointed as a member of the Advisory Committee to the President of the 28th Session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).
47.
In May 2023, Indian Navy along with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released a ‘Gaganyaan Recovery Training Plan’ at the state-of-the-art Water Survival Test Facility (WSTF) at Indian Naval Ship (INS) ________________ .
(A)
INS Dronacharya
(B)
INS Utkrosh
(C)
INS Hansa
(D)
INS Garuda
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Explanation: The Indian Navy along with Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) released a ‘Gaganyaan Recovery Training Plan’ at the state-of-the-art Water Survival Test Facility (WSTF) at INS (Indian Naval Ship) Garuda, Kochi, Kerala.
48.
A noted _____________ (language) writer and Sahitya Akademi awardee Govindaray H Nayak, passed away in May 2023.
(A)
Malayalam
(B)
Kannada
(C)
Tamil
(D)
Bengali
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Explanation: A noted Kannada writer, critic and Sahitya Akademi award winner Govindaray H Nayak, popularly known as GH Nayak passed away at his residence in Mysuru, Karnataka at the age of 88.
49.
Who authored the book, RINGSIDE – Up, Close, and Personal on India and Beyond, which is set to be released by Shashi Tharoor on 30th May 2023 in Delhi?
(A)
Amar Nath Agrawal
(B)
Debananda Amat
(C)
Govindrao Adik
(D)
Vijay Darda
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Explanation: “RINGSIDE – Up, Close, and Personal on India and Beyond”, a new book written by former member of parliament (MP) Dr Vijay Darda, Chairman of the editorial board of Lokmat Media Group, is set to be released by renowned author and Congress MP Dr Shashi Tharoor on 30th May 2023 in New Delhi, Delhi.
50.
What day was observed as 31st May?
(A)
HIV/AIDS
(B)
World's Polio Day
(C)
War Against Sugar
(D)
Anit-Tabacco Day
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Explanation: Anti-Tobacco Day or World No Tobacco Day is observed on 31 May every year across the globe to make people aware and educate them about the harmful effects of tobacco on health which causes cardiovascular diseases, cancer, tooth decay, staining of teeth etc.
51.
Which edition of Khelo India University Games began in Uttar Pradesh's Gautam Buddha Nagar district on May 23?
(A)
Second
(B)
Third
(C)
Fourth
(D)
Fifth
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: On May 23, Kabaddi kicked off on the first competitive day of the Khelo India University Games 2022 Uttar Pradesh (KIUG22UP) at SVSP Sports Complex, Gautam Buddha Nagar.
52.
Google Pay will now support which of the following credit cards?
(A)
Visa Credit Card
(B)
RuPay Credit Card
(C)
Master Credit Card
(D)
Bharat Pe Credit Card
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: Google Pay in association with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) will support the RuPay credit cards on Unified Payments Interface (UPI).
53.
Education Ministry announced to disband two Hindi awards. What is the name of the award?
(A)
Shiksha Puraskar
(B)
Hindi Lekhak Puraskar
(C)
Inspired Teacher
(D)
None of the Above
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: The Union Education Ministry has decided to discontinue ‘Shiksha Puraskar’ and the ‘Hinditar Bhashi Hindi Lekhak Puraskar’.
54.
The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) of Meghalaya refused to grant Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to people who adopt their __________ surname.
(A)
Husband
(B)
Father
(C)
Both A and B
(D)
Mother
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: The Khasi Hills Autonomous District Council (KHADC) of Meghalaya refused to grant Scheduled Tribe (ST) status to people who adopt their husband’s or father’s surname.
55.
Which institution organizes ‘Operation Dhvast’?
(A)
RBI
(B)
National Investigation Agency
(C)
Indian Navy
(D)
Coast Guard
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: As part of Operation Dhvast, a massive day-long operation was conducted by the National Investigation Agency.
This operation was conducted in 8 states in terrorist-gangster-drug smugglers nexus cases, along with Haryana Police and Punjab Police.
56.
Linda Yaccarino has been named as the CEO of which Multi-national Exchange?
(A)
Apple
(B)
Google
(C)
Microsoft
(D)
Twitter
Correct Answer: (D)
Explanation: Linda Yaccarino was recently named the CEO of Twitter. She is a well-known advertising executive from NBCUniversal.
Elon Musk will transition to the role of Executive Chair and Chief Technology Officer. Linda Yaccarino was the former head of advertising at NBCUniversal.
57.
Which Union Ministry implements the ‘FAME-II Scheme’?
(A)
Ministry of MSME
(B)
Ministry of Heavy Industry
(C)
Ministry of Commerce and Industry
(D)
Ministry of Power
Correct Answer: (B)
Explanation: The Ministry of Heavy Industry is planning to increase the outlay for the FAME-II (Faster Adoption and Manufacturing of Hybrid and Electric Vehicles in India) scheme this financial year.
The Ministry recently held a stakeholder consultation with e2-W manufacturers to deliberate the proposed changes to the scheme.
58.
At which of the following places did PM Modi participate in the third Quad Leaders’ Summit on 20 May 2023?
(A)
Hiroshima
(B)
Tokyo
(C)
Sydney
(D)
Canberra
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: PM Modi took part in the 3rd in-person Quad Leaders’ Summit in Hiroshima, Japan on 20 May 2023.
59.
Where is National Workshop on the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) being organized?
(A)
Chennai
(B)
Mumbai
(C)
New Delhi
(D)
Hyderabad
Correct Answer: (C)
Explanation: National Workshop on the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) is being organized in New Delhi.
60.
What is the theme of Commonwealth Day 2023?
(A)
Forging a Sustainable and Peaceful Common Future
(B)
Delivering a Common Future
(C)
Delivering A Common Future: Connecting, Innovating, Transforming
(D)
A Connected Commonwealth
Correct Answer: (A)
Explanation: Every year on 24 May, Commonwealth Day is celebrated in India.