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LEARN 5 GK Q/A DAILY 17-05-2023

Daily Quiz Time / Test Your GK Knowledge 17 MAY 2023

Question 1 of 5:

Gamosa, which received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag, is a traditional scarf from which Indian state?

The answer is- Assam

(Ga=body, musa=to wipe)

The Gamosa or Gamusa is (from Assamese গা (Ga=body) and মোচা (mosa / musa=to wipe) 'Body wipes or Towel') an article of significance for the indigenous people of Assam, India. It is generally a white rectangular piece of cloth with primarily a red border on three sides and red woven motifs on the fourth.

The word gamosa is derived from the Kamrupi word gamsaw, the cloth used to cover the Bhagavad Purana at the altar.

DYK:

1) A 1,455.3 meter long Gamusa displayed in Delhi created world record as it became the world's longest hand woven piece of cloth.

2) On December 13 of 2022, Gamosa of Assam received the Geographical Indication tag.

Question 2 of 5:

The Rashid Rover is the first-ever Arab-Built lunar spacecraft made by which country?

The answer is- UAE

The Emirates Lunar Mission (Arabic: مشروع الإمارات لاستكشاف القمر) is the first mission to the Moon from the United Arab Emirates.

The mission by Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre (MBRSC) is sending a lunar rover named Rashid to the Moon aboard ispace's Hakuto-R Mission 1 lander. It was launched on 11 December 2022 on a Falcon 9 Block 5 rocket, and the rover will land in Atlas crater.

DYK:

The rover is named Rashid in honor of Dubai's late ruler Sheikh Rashid bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The rover will be built in MBRSC in Dubai by Emiratis, making it the first Arab country to send a mission to the Moon.

Question 3 of 5:

Who portrayed this character in the movie 'The Amazing Spider-Man'?

The answer is- Andrew Garfield

The Amazing Spider-Man is a 2012 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics character Spider-Man and sharing the title of the character's longest-running comic book series of the same title.

Andrew Garfield acted as Peter Parker / Spider-Man

DYK:

Max Charles played a young Peter Parker.

Question 4 of 5:

This is the flag of which country in the Caribbean region?

The answer is- Jamaica

The flag of Jamaica was adopted on 6 August 1962 (Jamaican Independence Day), the country having gained independence from the British-protected Federation of the West Indies. The flag consists of a gold saltire, which divides the flag into four sections: two of them green (top and bottom) and two black (hoist and fly). It is currently the only national flag that does not contain a shade of the colours red, white, or blue.

DYK:

1) The indigenous people, the Taíno, called the island Xaymaca in their language,[a] meaning the "Land of Wood and Water" or the "Land of Springs"

2) Capital and largest city - Kingston

3) • Monarch : Charles III

• Governor-General : Patrick Allen

• Prime Minister : Andrew Holness

Question 5 of 5:

This is the famous ______ Garden of Chandigarh. Fill in the blanks

The answer is- Rock

The Rock Garden of Chandigarh is a sculpture garden for rock enthusiasts in Chandigarh, India. It is also known as Nek Chand Saini's Rock Garden of Nathupur after its founder Nek Chand Saini, a government official who started building the garden secretly in his spare time in 1957.

Daily Quiz Time / Test Your Knowledge 16 MAY 2023

Question 1 of 5:

82°E is a modern Indian self-care brand co-founded by which Bollywood actress?

The answer is- Deepika Padukone

Expl: Bollywood diva Deepika Padukone turned businesswoman when she introduced her self-care brand 82E (Eighty-two East).

The actress said that she was thrilled to finally present the brand after 'two years of a relentless effort'. "The joy of building something ground up is truly second to none," she said on Instagram after introducing her new brand. The brand introduced 'Ashwagandha Bounce' moisturiser and 'Patchouli Glow' sunscreen drops. The sunscreen is priced at Rs 1,800, and the moisturiser costs Rs 2,700.

Question 2 of 5:

For the first time in its history, the Oxford Word of the Year 2022 was chosen by which of the following?

The answer is- The public

The public has spoken! After opening the choice of Word of the Year up to English speakers for the first time in its history, over the last two weeks more than 300,000 people cast their vote. The Oxford Word of the Year is a word or expression reflecting the ethos, mood, or preoccupations of the past twelve months, one that has potential as a term of lasting cultural significance.

DYK:

Oxford Word of the Year 2022 - GOBLIN MODE

‘Goblin mode’ – ‘a type of behaviour which is unapologetically self-indulgent, lazy, slovenly, or greedy, typically in a way that rejects social norms or expectations.’

Question 3 of 5:

Who among these scored his 30th Test century at the SCG in 2023?

The answer is- Steve Smith

Expl: Former captain Steve Smith scored the 30th century of his Test career and in the process surpassed the legendary Donald Bradman, one of the greatest ever batters to play for Australia. Smith scored 104 runs off 192 ball which included 2 sixes and 11 boundaries in the Sydney Test match.

Question 4 of 5:

This is a photograph taken at which of the 'New Seven Wonders of the World'?

The answer is- Machu Picchu

Expl: Machu Picchu is a 15th-century Inca citadel located in the Eastern Cordillera of southern Peru on a 2,430-meter (7,970 ft) mountain range. It is located in the Machupicchu District within Urubamba Province above the Sacred Valley, which is 80 kilometers (50 mi) northwest of Cusco.

DYK:

1. Machu Picchu was constructed as an estate for the Inca emperor Pachacuti (1438–1472).

2. In 2007, Machu Picchu was voted one of the New Seven Wonders of the World in a worldwide internet poll.

3. The song "Kilimanjaro", from the Indian Tamil language film Enthiran (2010), was filmed in Machu Picchu.

Question 5 of 5:

This is a view of which famous mountain in Africa?

The answer is- Mount Kilimanjaro

Expl: Mount Kilimanjaro (/ˌkɪlɪmənˈdʒɑːroʊ/) is a dormant volcano in Tanzania. It has three volcanic cones: Kibo, Mawenzi, and Shira. It is the highest mountain in Africa and the highest single free-standing mountain above sea level in the world: 5,895 metres (19,341 ft) above sea level and about 4,900 metres (16,100 ft) above its plateau base. It is the highest volcano in Africa and the Eastern Hemisphere.

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Question 1 of 5:

In December 2022, whose bust was added to the UN headquarters campus in New York city?

The answer is- Mahatma Gandhi

Expl: Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi was born on 2 October 1869 in Porbandar. He was an Indian lawyer, anti-colonial nationalist, and political ethicist. The honorific Mahātmā (Sanskrit: "great-souled", "venerable"), first applied to him in 1914 in South Africa, is now used throughout the world.

DYK:

Gandhi's birthday, 2 October, is commemorated in India as Gandhi Jayanti, a national holiday, and worldwide as the International Day of Nonviolence.

On 15 December 2022, the United Nations headquarters in New York unveiled the statue of Gandhi. UN Secretary-General António Guterres called Gandhi an "uncompromising advocate for peaceful co-existence".

Question 2 of 5:

Claudine Gay became the first Black person and second woman to lead which prestigious academic institution?

The answer is- Harvard University

Claudine Gay is a political scientist and university administrator. On December 15, 2022, Harvard announced that Gay had been selected as the 30th president of Harvard University, with her term beginning on July 1, 2023. She will be Harvard’s first black president. She serves as Harvard's Wilbur A. Cowett Professor of Government and of African and African-American Studies, and Edgerley Family Dean of the Harvard Faculty of Arts and Sciences. She is vice president of the Midwest Political Science Association.

Question 3 of 5:

Who was the Player of the Match in the first T20I between India and Sri Lanka in 2023?

The answer is- Deepak Hooda

Deepak Jagbir Hooda was born on 19 April 1995 in Rohtak, Haryana. He is an Indian International cricketer who plays for the Indian cricket team. He also plays in the Indian Premier League for Lucknow Super Giants and Rajasthan in the domestic cricket. He made his international debut for India in February 2022.

In June 2022, Hooda was named in India's squad for their T20I series against Ireland. In the second match of the series, Hooda went on to score his maiden T20I century.

Question 4 of 5:

Name this bird, that shares its name with a sports good manufacturer

The answer is- Kookaburra

Kookaburras are terrestrial tree kingfishers of the genus Dacelo native to Australia and New Guinea. The name is a loanword from Wiradjuri guuguubarra, onomatopoeic of its call.

Australian sports equipment company Kookaburra Sport is named after the bird.

Question 5 of 5:

Which of these is an A.I developed by this character?

The answer is- J.A.R.V.I.S

J.A.R.V.I.S. (Just A Rather Very Intelligent System) is a fictional character voiced by Paul Bettany in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) film franchise, based on the Marvel Comics characters Edwin Jarvis and H.O.M.E.R., respectively the household butler of the Stark family and another AI designed by Stark. J.A.R.V.I.S. is an artificial intelligence created by Tony Stark, who later controls his Iron Man and Hulkbuster armor for him. In Avengers: Age of Ultron, after being partially destroyed by Ultron, J.A.R.V.I.S. is given physical form as Vision, physically portrayed by Bettany. Different versions of the character also appear in comics published by Marvel Comics, depicted as AI designed by Iron Man and Nadia van Dyne.

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Question 1 of 5:

In which country was the inaugural 'Global Buddhist Conference' hosted?

The answer is- India

Recently, the Ministry of Culture in partnership with International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) has organized the 1st Global Buddhist Summit 2023, which aims to enhance cultural and diplomatic relations with other countries. First Global Buddhist Summit 2023 is being organized on the theme of “Responses to Contemporary Challenges : Philosophy to Praxis”.

Question 2 of 5:

In April 2023, who became the fastest pacer to take 200 wickets in T20 cricket?

The answer is- Shaheen Afridi

Pakistan's star fast-bowler Shaheen Afridi has registered another record after he picked up his 200th international wicket in the one-off T20I against Australia. Shaheen produced yet another brilliant bowling spell as he finished with 2 for 21 in his four overs.

Question 3 of 5:

Apple's first retail store in India has been opened in which city?

The answer is- Mumbai

Apple opened its first official store in Mumbai, India. Located at the Jio World Drive mall in the Bandra Kurla Complex area, the store is the first of the two outlets Apple to open in India. Apple CEO Tim Cook threw open the gates to the 28,000 sq ft store.

Question 4 of 5:

Which Yoga pose is named after this reptile?

The answer is- Kurmasana

Kurmasana (Sanskrit: कूर्मासन; IAST: kūrmāsana), Tortoise Pose, or Turtle Pose is a sitting forward bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise.

DYK:

The name Kurmasana comes from the Sanskrit कूर्म Kūrma, "turtle" or "tortoise" and आसन Āsana, "posture" or "seat".

Question 5 of 5:

This animal is mostly found in which grassland?

The answer is- Savannah

A gazelle is one of many antelope species in the genus Gazella /ɡəˈzɛlə/.

Gazelles are known as swift animals. Some are able to run at bursts as high as 100 km/h (60 mph) or run at a sustained speed of 50 km/h (30 mph). Gazelles are found mostly in the deserts, grasslands, and savannas of Africa; but they are also found in southwest and central Asia and the Indian subcontinent.

DYK:

Africa, the gazelle is commonly referred to as "dangelo", meaning "swift deer".

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Question 1 of 5:

The 'Hwasong-18 intercontinental ballistic missile' was developed by which country?

The answer is- North Korea

The Hwasong-18 (Korean: 《화성포-18》형; Hanja: 火星砲 18型; lit. Mars Artillery Type 18) is a North Korean three-stage solid-fuelled intercontinental ballistic missile (ICBM). It is the first solid-fuelled ICBM developed by North Korea, and was first unveiled at the 8 February 2023 parade commemorating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the Korean People's Army. Its maiden flight occurred on 13 April 2023.

DYK:

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un first alluded to the development of a solid-fuel ICBM in January 2021.

Question 2 of 5:

Mohammad Shahabuddin Chuppu was sworn in as the 22nd President of which country?

The answer is- Bangladesh

Mohammed Shahabuddin (born 10 December 1949 in Shivrampur, Pabna, East Bengal, Pakistan (present-day Bangladesh)) is a Bangladeshi jurist, civil servant and politician who is the 22nd and current President of Bangladesh. He was elected unopposed in the 2023 presidential election in the nomination of the ruling Awami League. Prior to his presidency, he served as a district and sessions judge and a commissioner of the Anti-Corruption Commission from 2011 to 2016.

Question 3 of 5:

In April 2023, who became the 4th batsman in the world to score 6000 runs in IPL?

The answer is- Rohit Sharma

Rohit Gurunath Sharma (born 30 April 1987), is an Indian international cricketer and the current captain of India men’s cricket team in all formats. Sharma currently holds the world record for the highest individual score (264) in a One Day International (ODI) match and is the only player to have scored three double-centuries in ODIs and also holds the record for scoring most hundreds (five) in a single Cricket World Cup, for which he won the ICC Men's ODI Cricketer of the Year award in 2019. Sharma has received two national honours, the Arjuna Award in 2015 and the prestigious Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna in 2020.

About the Question:

Mumbai Indians skipper Rohit Sharma entered into the record books by becoming just the fourth batter to score 6000 runs in the history of the Indian Premier League. Rohit got to the landmark in the IPL 2023 match against Sunrisers Hyderabad at Rajiv Gandhi International Stadium in Hyderabad

Question 4 of 5:

This is the masoleum of which spiritual leader?

The answer is- Inam Reza

The Imam Reza shrine (Persian: حرم امام رضا, romanized: Haram-e Emâm Rezâ, lit.'Sanctuary of Imam Reza') in Mashhad, Iran, is a complex which contains the mausoleum of Imam Reza, the eighth Imam of Twelver Shias. It is the largest mosque in the world by area. Also contained within the complex are the Goharshad Mosque, a museum, a library, four seminaries, a cemetery, the Razavi University of Islamic Sciences, a dining hall for pilgrims, vast prayer halls, and other buildings. It has been described as "the heart of the Shia Iran".

Question 5 of 5:

This deer is native to which region of the world?

The answer is- Indian Subcontinent

The chital or cheetal (Axis axis; /tʃiːtəl/), also known as the spotted deer, and axis deer, is a deer species native to the Indian subcontinent.

DYK:

It was first described and given a binomial name by German naturalist Johann Christian Polycarp Erxleben in 1777.

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Question 1 of 5:

In which country did India construct the Buzi Bridge?

The answer is- Mozambique

Buzi River (Portuguese: Rio Búzi) is a river in Mozambique. The Buzi River originates in the Eastern Highlands (or Manica Highlands) on the border of Mozambique and Zimbabwe, and flows eastward through Manica and Sofala provinces of Mozambique.

Dr Jaishankar inaugurated the Buzi Bridge virtually, which is a part of the 132 km Tica-Buzi-Nova-Sofala Road project. It has been built by India as part of the 132 km Tica-Buzi-Nova-Sofala Road project. This newly constructed bridge is a practical example of India-Mozambique solidarity and friendship.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

Mozambique Capital:Maputo;

Mozambique Currency:Mozambican metical;

Mozambique’s President Filipe Nyusi.

Question 2 of 5:

Parkash Singh Badal, who recently passed away, was the Chief Minister of which state for 5 consecutive terms?

The answer is- Punjab

Parkash Singh Badal (Punjabi: ਪ੍ਰਕਾਸ਼ ਸਿੰਘ ਬਾਦਲ; 8 December 1927 – 25 April 2023) was an Indian politician who served as the 8th Chief Minister of Punjab from 1970 to 1971, from 1977 to 1980, from 1997 to 2002, and from 2007 to 2017. He was the patron of Shiromani Akali Dal (SAD), and the president of the party from 1995 to 2008, when he was replaced by his son Sukhbir Singh Badal. As the patron of Shiromani Akali Dal he exercised a strong influence on the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee and Delhi Sikh Gurdwara Management Committee. The Government of India awarded him the second-highest civilian award, the Padma Vibhushan, in 2015.

Question 3 of 5:

What is the name of the world's largest and most powerful rocket that SpaceX launched from Texas, USA?

The answer is- Starship

Starship is a super heavy-lift space vehicle under development by SpaceX. At 120 metres (390 feet) in height and with a liftoff mass of 5,000 metric tons (11,000,000 pounds), Starship is the largest and most powerful rocket ever flown. The space vehicle consists of the first-stage Super Heavy booster and the second-stage spacecraft also named Starship. Both stages are powered by Raptor rocket engines.

The first orbital test flight was attempted on 20 April 2023.

Question 4 of 5:

This animal was the most prestigious hunting target in which era of Europe?

The answer is- Medieval

Throughout Western Europe in the Middle Ages, humans hunted wild animals. While game was at times an important source of food, it was rarely the principal source of nutrition.

The king of all the wild animals was the deer, and more precisely the hart, which is an adult male of the red deer. The hart was classified by the number of tines, or points, on its antlers. An animal should have at least ten tines to be considered worthy of hunting; this was referred to as a "hart of ten." Deer could be hunted in two different ways: par force ("by strength" and thereunder par force de chiens ("by force of dogs" )), and bow and stable.

Question 5 of 5:

This temple is located in which district of Gujarat?

The answer is- Kutch

Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Bhuj (Devnagari: श्री स्वामिनारायण मंदिर, भुज) is a Hindu temple in Bhuj. This temple was constructed by Swaminarayan, founder of the Swaminarayan Sampradaya.

This mandir comes under the Narnarayan Dev Gadi. Akshar Bhavan in the temple treasures the personal items of Swaminarayan that He has used in His life.

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Question 1:

The Great Pacific ________ Patch is a collection of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean.

Correct answer: Garbage

The Great Pacific garbage patch (also Pacific trash vortex and North Pacific Garbage Patch) is a garbage patch, a gyre of marine debris particles, in the central North Pacific Ocean.

Research indicates that the patch is rapidly accumulating. The gyre contains approximately six pounds of plastic for every pound of plankton. A similar patch of floating plastic debris is found in the Atlantic Ocean, called the North Atlantic garbage patch.

Question 2:

The third in-person Quad Summit will be held in which city?

Correct answer: Sydney

The third in-person Quad Summit (The Quadrilateral Security Dialogue), which will be held on May 24, will see the participation of US President Joe Biden, Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi, and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese.

Question 3:

Who created history by becoming the first Indian woman to be named in Wisden Cricketers of the Year 2023?

Correct answer: Harmanpreet Kaur

The Wisden Cricketers of the Year are cricketers selected for the honour by the annual publication Wisden Cricketers' Almanack, based primarily on their "influence on the previous English season". The award began in 1889 with the naming of "Six Great Bowlers of the Year", and continued with the naming of "Nine Great Batsmen of the Year" in 1890 and "6 Great Wicket-Keepers" in 1891.

Wisden Cricketers of the Year 2023 - Tom Blundell, Ben Foakes, Harmanpreet Kaur ( India ), Daryl Mitchell, Matthew Potts

Question 4:

Which species of this animal has the widest range of all non-human primates?

Correct answer: Rhesus Macaque

The rhesus macaque (Macaca mulatta), colloquially rhesus monkey, is a species of Old World monkey. There are between six and nine recognised subspecies that are split between two groups, the Chinese-derived and the Indian-derived.

A rhesus macaque became the first primate astronaut in 1948, but died during the flight, followed on 14 June 1949 by Albert II, who became the first primate and first mammal in space.

Question 5:

In which year was this building formally opened?

Correct answer: 2 - Jul

The Burj Khalifa is a skyscraper in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. It is known for being the world's tallest building. With a total height of 829.8 m (2,722 ft, or just over half a mile) and a roof height (excluding antenna, but including a 242.6 m spire[2]) of 828 m (2,717 ft), the Burj Khalifa has been the tallest structure and building in the world.

The building was opened in 2010 as part of a new development called Downtown Dubai. The building is named in honor of the former president of the United Arab Emirates, Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan.

DYK:

1) The Great Pacific ________ Patch is a collection of marine debris in the North Pacific Ocean.

2) It contains a total of 57 elevators and 8 escalators.

3) The first person to climb Burj Khalifa was Alain Robert, known as 'French Spider-Man'.

4) The Burj Khalifa was inaugurated on January 4th, 2010 by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

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Question 1:

In which state's assembly elections was the 'Vote from Home' initiative introduced for the first time?

Correct answer: Karnataka

In Bengaluru, the Vote from Home option has been chosen by around 8900 persons who are above 80 years old or people with disability. The Election Commission has introduced this option for the first time in the Karnataka Assembly election to encourage electoral participation in Urban areas. This is a first of its kind initiative by the Election Commission to introduce the Vote from Home option for those who cannot visit the polling booth due to age factor or due to disability. Such citizens had to submit a 12D form before April 17th at the booth-level office to avail the option.

Question 2:

Who bagged the 2023 Filmfare Best Actress Award for her film 'Gangubai Kathiawadi'?

Correct answer: Alia Bhatt

On April 27, 2023, the 68th edition of the Hyundai Filmfare Awards took place at the Jio World Conventional Centre in Mumbai. This year’s ceremony was co-hosted by Salman Khan, Ayushmann Khurrana, and Maniesh Paul, marking Salman Khan’s first time as a host for the event.

Best Film - Gangubai Kathiawadi

Best Actor (Male)- Rajkummar Rao for Badhaai Do

Best Actor (Female)-Alia Bhatt for Gangubai Kathiawadi

Question 3:

The final match of IPL 2023 will be played on May 28 at the Narendra Modi Stadium in which city?

Correct answer: Ahmedabad

The Narendra Modi Stadium, (formerly known as Motera Stadium) is a cricket stadium situated in Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel Sports Complex, Ahmedabad, India. It is the largest stadium in the world, with a seating capacity of 1,32,000 spectators.

On 24 February 2021, the stadium was renamed as the Narendra Modi Stadium by the Gujarat Cricket Association after the current Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, a Gujarat native, who was also the president of Gujarat Cricket Association (2009–2014) and the chief minister of the state from 2001 - 2014.

Notable events :

1) Tendulkar scored 18000 ODI runs, first and only cricketer to achieve this feat.

2) Sunil Gavaskar completed 10,000 runs in Test cricket in 1986–87 against Pakistan.

3) Kapil Dev, who had taken 9 wickets in an innings in the first match on this ground, taking his 432nd wicket in Test cricket to pass Sir Richard Hadlee's record in 1994.

Question 4:

This animal is integral to which Indian state's culture?

Correct answer: Kerala

The Elephant is believed to bring good luck and prosperity and worshiped as Lord Ganesha. It is considered sacred with a connection to divinity and in ancient times was treated as a part of the extended family. Elephants are reared in South Indian temples as part of the temple worship rituals.

Elephants in Kerala are often referred to as the "sons of the sahya" (cf. poem "Sahyante Makan" by Vyloppalli Sreedhara Menon). Many elephants are featured in the local legends of Kerala.

Question 5:

This mountain comes under which range in the USA?

Correct answer: Rocky Mountains

The Rocky Mountains, also known as the Rockies, are a major mountain range and the largest mountain system in North America.

DYK:

The Rockies formed 80 million to 55 million years ago during the Laramide orogeny.

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Question 1 of 5:

Which country is set to host Astana International Forum in June 2023?

The answer is- Kazakhstan

The Astana International Forum (AIF) is an international and regional platform for dialogue and a nonprofit organization headquartered in Astana, Kazakhstan. It has been organized by the Government of Kazakhstan since 2008. The Forum is organized by the Government of Kazakhstan, which includes the Economic Research Institute, Ministry of National Economy and Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The 2023 Forum will be launched under the initiative of President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev.

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, who became the first Indian to win four medals at world wrestling championships?

The answer is- Bajrang Punia

Bajrang Punia (born 26 February 1994 in Khudan, Jhajjar, Haryana, India) is an Indian freestyle wrestler, who competes in the 65-kg weight category. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Punia won a bronze medal by defeating Kazakhstan's Daulet Niyazbekov with a 8-0 margin. Punia is the only Indian wrestler to win 4 medals at the World Wrestling Championships.

DYK:

1) Currently, he works in the Indian Railways on the post of Gazetted officer OSD Sports.

2) Punia is married to fellow wrestler Sangeeta Phogat.

3) Awards

The President, Ram Nath Kovind presenting the Padma Shri Award to Punia at the Rashtrapati Bhavan in New Delhi, 2019.

Arjuna Award, 2015

Padma Shri Award, 2019

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award, 2019

FICCI India Sports Award 2020

Question 3 of 5:

For which legendary cricketer was a gate named at the iconic Sydney Cricket Ground in Australia on his 50th birthday?

The answer is- Sachin Tendulkar

Sachin Ramesh Tendulkar, AO (/ˌsʌtʃɪn tɛnˈduːlkər/ ; born 24 April 1973 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India (now Mumbai, India) ) is an Indian former international cricketer who captained the Indian national team. He is the all-time highest run-scorer in both ODI and Test cricket with more than 18,000 runs and 15,000 runs, respectively. Sachin was a Member of Parliament, Rajya Sabha by nomination from 2012 to 2018.

DYK:

Tendulkar took up cricket at the age of eleven, made his Test match debut on 15 November 1989 against Pakistan in Karachi at the age of sixteen. Tendulkar was part of the Indian team that won the 2011 Cricket World Cup.

Tendulkar has received several awards from the government of India: the Arjuna Award (1994), the Khel Ratna Award (1997), the Padma Shri (1998), and the Padma Vibhushan (2008)and Bharat RatnaIn 2010. Tendulkar was awarded the Sir Garfield Sobers Trophy for cricketer of the year at the 2010 International Cricket Council (ICC) Awards.

On 24 April 2023, the Sydney Cricket Ground unveiled a set of gates named after Tendulkar and Brian Lara on the occasion of Tendulkar's 50th birthday and the 30th anniversary of Lara's inning of 277 at the ground.

Question 4 of 5:

What is the chinese name of this fruit?

The answer is- Yang Tao

The kiwi, also known as the "Chinese gooseberry", is the fruit of the Actinidia, a sturdy, prolific vine that originated in China. Discovered in the Yang Tsé Kiang valley, this fruit was considered to be life-giving and was originally called "Yang Tao" (Yang peach) or "Mihou Tao" (Monkey peach). It was not until 1960 that the New-Zealanders called it “kiwi” from the Maori word for their country’s iconic bird.

Question 5 of 5:

This ship left off from which location?

The answer is- Southampton

RMS Titanic was a British passenger liner, operated by the White Star Line, which sank in the North Atlantic Ocean on 15 April 1912 after striking an iceberg during her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, United States. Of the estimated 2,224 passengers and crew aboard, more than 1,500 died, making it the deadliest sinking of a single ship up to that time.

DYK:

1) The name Titanic derives from the Titans of Greek mythology.

2) Titanic was built by the Harland and Wolff shipyard in Belfast, Ireland.

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Question 1 of 5:

What mission is initiated by the Indian government to remove its nationals from Sudan?

The answer is- Operation Kaveri

Operation Kaveri (Hindi: कावेरी, romanized: Kaveri, lit. Kaveri River) is an ongoing operation conducted by the Indian Armed Forces to evacuate Indian citizens and foreign nationals from Sudan during the 2023 Sudan conflict. The evacuation is currently being conducted by air and sea, most likely in Port Sudan where most of the evacuations were done by Indian Navy through INS Sumedha. The operation is being conducted for the evacuations of thousands of Indians in Sudan, primarily in the capital (Khartoum).

Question 2 of 5:

The Zojila Tunnel, which would be Asia’s longest tunnel once completed, is being constructed in which place?

The answer is- Jammu & Kashmir

Zoji La Tunnel is an under-construction 9.5 m wide, 7.57 m high and 14.2 km long, horseshoe-shaped single-tube, 2 lane road tunnel at the height of 11,575 feet (3,528 m) above sea level which passes under the Zoji La pass in the Himalayas between Ganderbal of Kashmir (J&K) and Drass town in Kargil district of Ladakh. The project cost for this smart tunnel (SCADA) system is INR 8,308 crore (~US$1.04 billion) as per 2021 estimates.

Question 3 of 5:

In 2023, the Government of Australia has conferred the 'Order of Australia' on which famous Indian?

The answer is- Ratan Tata

The Order of Australia is an honour that recognises Australian citizens and other persons for outstanding achievement and service. It was established on 14 February 1975 by Elizabeth II, Queen of Australia, on the advice of the Australian Government.

Ratan Tata, the Chairman Emeritus of Tata Sons, has been awarded the Order of Australia (AO), which is Australia’s highest civilian honour. The announcement was made by Australia’s High Commissioner to India, Barry O’Farrell.

Question 4 of 5:

Which continent does not have any native species of this bird?

The answer is- Australia

The cinereous vulture (Aegypius monachus) is a large raptor in the family Accipitridae and distributed through much of temperate Eurasia. It is also known as the black vulture, monk vulture and Eurasian black vulture. The Aegypius monachus is one of the largest birds of prey and it plays a huge role in its various ecosystems by eating carcasses.

DYK:

The genus name Aegypius is a Greek word (αἰγυπιός) for 'vulture', or a bird not unlike one.

Australia has all sorts of amazing animals, but it doesn't have any vultures. At least not in modern times.

Question 5 of 5:

Who is considered as the goddess of forests and animals in hindu mythology?

The answer is- Aranyani

Aranyani (Sanskrit: अरण्यानि, romanized: Araṇyānī, lit.'forest') is the goddess of forests and the wild animals that dwell within them in Hinduism. Aranyani has the distinction of having one of the most descriptive hymns in the Rigveda dedicated to her.

Aranyani bears resemblance to latter day forest deities like Banbini in West Bengal, Vanadevata in Goa and Konkan region, Vanadurga in parts of South India. She is sometimes regarded to be the owner of Kalpavriksha, the divine tree.

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Question 1 of 5:

Which African country launched its first operational Earth observation satellite named ‘Taifa-1’ in 2023?

The answer is- Kenya

Kenya’s first operational Earth observation satellite, “Taifa-1,” was successfully launched into space on April 15th, 2023, using a rocket from Elon Musk’s rocket company, SpaceX. The Taifa-1 satellite was designed and developed by SayariLabs and EnduroSat over two years at a cost of 50 million Kenyan shillings ($372,000).

DYK:

The first satellite launched from Kenya's soil was in 1970. The satellite, named Uhuru, was equipped to study celestial X-ray astronomy.

Kenya: Important Facts:

1) Kenya is a country located in East Africa that gained independence on December 12, 1964.

2) The capital of Kenya is Nairobi.

3) The official languages spoken in Kenya are Swahili and English.

4) The currency used in Kenya is the Kenyan shilling (KES).

5) The current President of Kenya is William Ruto.

Question 2 of 5:

Aman Sehrawat has won India's first gold medal at the Asian ________ Championships 2023 in Astana, Kazakhstan.

The answer is- Wrestling

Aman Sehrawat, a freestyle wrestler, won India’s 1st gold medal, under the men’s 57kg freestyle category, at the Asian Wrestling Championships 2023. 36th edition of Asian Wrestling Championships was held in Astana, Kazakhstan, from 9 April to 14 April 2023. Aman Sehrawat won the gold medal by defeating Kyrgyzstan’s Almaz Smanbekov (9-4), who won the bronze medal in 2022.

DYK:

India has won 14 medals(one gold, three silvers and 10 bronze) and is ranked 7th in overall medal tally. Kazakhstan was topped in medal tally followed by Japan and Iran.

Question 3 of 5:

FIFA removed which country from hosting the men's U-17 World Cup?

The answer is- Peru

The FIFA U-17 World Cup is a biennial international football tournament organized by FIFA for players under the age of 17. The tournament features 24 teams from around the world. The 2023 FIFA U-17 World Cup will be held from 10 November to 2 December 2023.

FIFA announced that it had withdrawn Peru’s hosting rights to the FIFA U-17 World Cup 2023™. The decision was made following extensive discussions between FIFA and the Peruvian Football Federation (FPF).

Question 4 of 5:

This cat's name 'Tabby' came from which cloth?

The answer is- Silk

Tabby cats got their name by being compared to silk from the "Attabiy" district in Baghdad, and the 14th century Middle French term for it was "atabis," which then became "tabis," and eventually our English word, "tabby."

Question 5 of 5:

Who invented the first digital camera?

The answer is- Steven Sasson

Steven J. Sasson (born July 4, 1950 in Brooklyn, New York) is an American electrical engineer and the inventor of the self-contained (portable) digital camera. On November 17, 2009, U.S. President Barack Obama awarded Sasson the National Medal of Technology and Innovation at a ceremony in the East Room of the White House. This is the highest honor awarded by the US government to scientists, engineers, and inventors. Sasson was inducted into the National Inventors Hall of Fame in 2011 , and later elected as a Fellow of the National Academy of Inventors in 2018.

DYK:

Steven Sasson developed a portable, battery operated, self-contained digital camera at Kodak in 1975.

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Question 1 of 5:

Humza Yousaf has been elected as the next leader of the ______ National Party.

The answer is- Scottish

Humza Haroon Yousaf (/ˈhʌmzə ˈjʊsəf/;[1] born 7 April 1985 in Glasgow, Scotland) is a Scottish politician serving as First Minister of Scotland and leader of the Scottish National Party (SNP) since March 2023. Yousaf previously served under his predecessor Nicola Sturgeon as justice secretary from 2018 to 2021 and then as health secretary from 2021 to 2023.

Yousaf was appointed first minister on 29 March 2023, becoming the youngest person, first Scottish Asian and first Muslim to serve in office.

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) conferred Honorary Life Membership to which woman cricketer from India?

The answer is- Jhulan Goswami

Marylebone Cricket Club (MCC) is a cricket club founded in 1787 and based since 1814 at Lord's Cricket Ground, which it owns, in St John's Wood, London. The club was formerly the governing body of cricket retaining considerable global influence.

DYK:

The present president of the club is Stephen Fry, who assumed the twelve-month office on 1 October 2022, replacing Clare Connor, the first woman to hold the post.

On April 05, 2023 Former India women’s cricket team captain Mithali Raj and veteran pacer Jhulan Goswami were granted honorary life memberships by the MCC along with Mahendra Singh Dhoni, Yuvraj Singh, Suresh Raina.

Question 3 of 5:

Which Emmy award winning series was majorly filmed at the Highclere Castle?

The answer is- Downton Abbey

Highclere Castle /ˈhaɪklɪər/ is a Grade I listed country house built in 1679 and largely renovated in the 1840s, with a park designed by Capability Brown in the 18th century. The 5,000-acre (2,000 ha) estate is in Highclere in Hampshire, England.

Highclere Castle has been used as a filming location for several films and television series, including 1990s comedy series Jeeves and Wooster, and achieved international fame as the main location for the ITV historical drama series Downton Abbey (2010–15) and the 2019 and 2022 films based on it.

Question 4 of 5:

Which continent does not have any native species of this bird?

The answer is- Australia

DYK:

The genus name Aegypius is a Greek word (αἰγυπιός) for 'vulture', or a bird not unlike one.

Australia has all sorts of amazing animals, but it doesn't have any vultures. At least not in modern times.

Question 5 of 5:

Which is considered as the oldest stroke in this sport?

The answer is- Breadstroke

Swimming is an individual or team racing sport that requires the use of one's entire body to move through water. Competitive swimming is one of the most popular Olympic sports, with varied distance events in butterfly, backstroke, breaststroke, freestyle, and individual medley.

Breaststroke is a swimming style in which the swimmer is on their chest and the torso does not rotate. It is the most popular recreational style due to the swimmer's head being out of the water a large portion of the time, and that it can be swum comfortably at slow speeds. The stroke itself is the slowest of any competitive strokes and is thought to be the oldest of all swimming strokes.

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Question 1 of 5:

In April 2023, who became the highest wicket-taker in the T20I format?

The answer is- Shakib Al Hasan

A Twenty20 International (T20I) is a form of cricket, played between two of the international members of the International Cricket Council (ICC), in which each team faces a maximum of twenty overs.

The first Twenty20 International took place on 17 February 2005 when Australia defeated New Zealand.

DYK:

1) The highest individual score in a Twenty20 International is 172, made by Australia's Aaron Finch against Zimbabwe in 2018.

2) Nigeria's Peter Aho has the best bowling figures of 6/5 against Sierra Leone in October 2021.

Shakib Al Hasan became the all-time leading wicket-taker in T20 Internationals during Bangladesh’s 2nd T20I against Ireland in Chattogram on 29 MARCH, 2023. Shakib’s total wickets tally now stands at 136, two more than Tim Southee’s 134.

Question 2 of 5:

India built the Buzi Bridge in which African country?

The answer is- Mozambique

In 1968, Mozambique's colonial government built the hydroelectric Chicamba Dam across the Revué to create Lake Chicamba.

Dr Jaishankar inaugurated the Buzi Bridge virtually, which is a part of the 132 km Tica-Buzi-Nova-Sofala Road project. The bridge has been constructed by India and is a symbol of the solidarity and friendship between India and Mozambique.

Important takeaways for all competitive exams:

Mozambique Capital:Maputo;

Mozambique Currency:Mozambican metical;

Mozambique’s President Filipe Nyusi.

Question 3 of 5:

Fumio Kishida, who visited India in March 2023, is the PM of which country?

The answer is- Japan

Fumio Kishida (岸田文雄, Kishida Fumio, born 29 July 1957 in Shibuya, Tokyo) is a Japanese politician serving as prime minister of Japan and president of the Liberal Democratic Party (LDP) since 2021.

Mr. KISHIDA Fumio visited India from March 19 through March 22. During his visit, Prime Minister Kishida is scheduled to hold a meeting with H.E. Mr. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India, to discuss various key issues in the international community and confirm the cooperation between the G7 and G20 as Japan holds the G7 Presidency and India holds the G20 Presidency.

Question 4 of 5:

What island are these animals native to?

The answer is- Madagascar

Lemurs (/ˈliːmər/ LEE-mər) (from Latin lemures – ghosts or spirits) are wet-nosed primates of the superfamily Lemuroidea (/lɛmjʊˈrɔɪdiə/), divided into 8 families and consisting of 15 genera and around 100 existing species. They are endemic to the island of Madagascar.

DYK:

1) The name lemur is derived from the Latin lemures, which refers to specters or ghosts that were exorcised during the Lemuria festival of ancient Rome.

2) Carl Linnaeus, the founder of modern binomial nomenclature, gave lemurs their name as early as 1758

Question 5 of 5:

What is the name of the highest building located in this city?

The answer is- CN Tower

The CN Tower (French: Tour CN) is a 553.3 m-high (1,815.3 ft) concrete communications and observation tower in downtown Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Built on the former Railway Lands, it was completed in 1976. Its name "CN" referred to Canadian National, the railway company that built the tower.

DYK:

In 1995, the CN Tower was declared one of the modern Seven Wonders of the World by the American Society of Civil Engineers. It also belongs to the World Federation of Great Towers.

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Question 1 of 5:

Star Sports Network roped in which Bollywood actor as its brand ambassador in 2023?

The answer is- Ranveer Singh

Ranveer Singh Bhavnani (pronounced [rəɳˈʋiːr sɪŋ]; born 6 July 1985 in Bombay, Maharashtra, India) is an Indian actor who works in Hindi films. The recipient of several awards, including five Filmfare Awards, he is among the highest-paid Indian actors and has been featured in Forbes India's Celebrity 100 list since 2012.

Singh made his acting debut in Band Baaja Baaraat. The film earned him the Filmfare Award for Best Male Debut. He is married to his frequent co-star Deepika Padukone.

Star Sports has roped in actor and sports aficionado Ranveer Singh as its brand ambassador. This association makes the pop culture icon the first actor to be associated with Star Sports, a development that reflects the growing synergy between sports and entertainment in India.

Question 2 of 5:

Which country has been elected a member of the Supreme Statistical Commission of the United Nations in 2023?

The answer is- India

India has recently been elected as a member of the United Nations (UN) Statistical Commission Narcotic Drugs and the Programme Coordinating Board of the Joint UN Program, for a four-year period signaling the country’s increasing presence in the international arena. The decision was made during a vote held at the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) on April 6, 2023.India secured an overwhelming 46 out of 53 votes.

Question 3 of 5:

K Chandrasekhar Rao inaugurated whose 125 feet tall statue in April 2023?

The answer is- BR Ambedkar

The Chief Minister of Telangana, K Chandrasekhar Rao, unveiled a 125-foot bronze statue of BR Ambedkar in Hyderabad to commemorate the 132nd birth anniversary of the renowned Indian Constitution architect. This statue in Hyderabad is now the tallest statue of Ambedkar in India.

Question 4 of 5:

Which Yoga pose is named after this reptile?

The answer is- Kurmasana

Kurmasana (Sanskrit: कूर्मासन; IAST: kūrmāsana), Tortoise Pose, or Turtle Pose is a sitting forward bending asana in hatha yoga and modern yoga as exercise.

DYK:

The name Kurmasana comes from the Sanskrit कूर्म Kūrma, "turtle" or "tortoise" and आसन Āsana, "posture" or "seat".

Question 5 of 5:

When was the first Wimbledon match played?

The answer is- 19-Feb

The Wimbledon Championships, commonly known simply as Wimbledon, is the oldest tennis tournament in the world and is widely regarded as the most prestigious. It has been held at the All England Club in Wimbledon, London, since 1877 and is played on outdoor grass courts, with retractable roofs over the two main courts since 2019.

DYK:

1) Wimbledon is one of the four Grand Slam tennis tournaments, the others being the Australian Open, the French Open, and the US Open.

2) Wimbledon is the only major still played on grass.

3) On July 9, 1877, the All England Croquet and Lawn Tennis Club begins its first lawn tennis tournament at Wimbledon, then an outer-suburb of London. Twenty-one amateurs showed up to compete in the Gentlemen's Singles tournament, the only event at the first Wimbledon.

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Question 1 of 5:

Which team won the Women's Premier League 2023 title by defeating Delhi Capitals?

The answer is- Mumbai Indians

The 2023 Women's Premier League, also known as the TATA WPL 2023, was the inaugural season of the Women's Premier League, a women's franchise Twenty20 cricket league organised by the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The tournament featured five teams and was held from 4 March to 26 March 2023. In the final, Mumbai Indians defeated Delhi Capitals to win the competition.

DYK:

1) The prize money for the season was ₹10 crore (US$1.3 million). The opening ceremony took place on 4 March at DY Patil Stadium in Navi Mumbai, with AP Dhillon, Kriti Sanon and Kiara Advani performing.

2) Delhi Capitals - Meg Lanning

Gujarat Giants - Beth Mooney

Mumbai Indians - Harmanpreet Kaur (c)

Royal Challengers Bangalore - Smriti Mandhana (c)

UP Warriorz - Alyssa Healy (c, wk)

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, which European country became the 31st member of the NATO?

The answer is- Finland

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO, /ˈneɪtoʊ/; French: Organisation du traité de l'Atlantique nord, OTAN), also called the North Atlantic Alliance, is an intergovernmental military alliance between 31 member states – 29 European and two North American. Established in the aftermath of World War II, the organization implemented the North Atlantic Treaty, signed in Washington, D.C., on 4 April 1949. The organization's motto is animus in consulendo liber (Latin for "a mind unfettered in deliberation").

DYK:

1) NATO's main headquarters are located in Brussels, Belgium, while NATO's military headquarters are near Mons, Belgium.

2) NATO formed with twelve founding members and has added new members nine times, most recently when Finland joined the alliance on 4 April 2023, exactly 74 years after NATO's formation.

3) Secretary General - Jens Stoltenberg

Question 3 of 5:

India's first 3D-printed post office is being built in which city?

The answer is- Bengaluru

According to recent news reports, a 3D-printed post office is being built in Bengaluru, India, which will be the first of its kind in the country. Residents of Cambridge Layout are reportedly pleased with this development. The cost of constructing this post office is estimated to be 30 to 40 percent lower than that of a traditional building, and it is expected to be completed within 30 days. The 1100 square feet post office will cost around Rs 23 lakh to construct.

Question 4 of 5:

This deer is native to which region of the world?

The answer is- Indian Subcontinent

The chital or cheetal (Axis axis; /tʃiːtəl/), also known as the spotted deer, is a deer species native to the Indian subcontinent. It was first described and given a binomial name by German naturalist Johann Christian Polycarp Erxleben in 1777.

DYK:

The male fallow deer is known as a buck, the female is a doe, and the young a fawn.

Question 5 of 5:

Baby squirrels are known as?

The answer is- Kitten

Squirrels are members of the family Sciuridae (/sɪˈjuːrɪdeɪ, -diː/), a family that includes small or medium-size rodents. The squirrel family includes tree squirrels, ground squirrels (including chipmunks and prairie dogs, among others), and flying squirrels.

DYK:

Baby squirrels are called kits or sometimes kittens. When a squirrel is pregnant with multiple babies, that would be called a litter, and a group of squirrels is called a scurry.

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Question 1 of 5:

All of Silicon Valley Bridge Bank's deposits and loans have been purchased by which bank?

The answer is- First–Citizens Bank

First Citizens Bancshares, Inc. is a bank holding company based in Raleigh, North Carolina. Its primary subsidiary is First Citizens Bank.

As of December 31, 2022, the company had $109 billion in assets, operating 550 branches in 22 states; however, 73.5% of the bank's deposits were in North Carolina and South Carolina. Following the acquisition of the commercial banking business of Silicon Valley Bank in March 2023, First Citizens' assets nearly doubled to $219 billion, making it among the 20 largest banks in the United States.

DYK:

For three generations, the bank has been led by the family of Robert Powell Holding, who joined the bank in 1918 and rose to president in 1935.

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, who became the fastest Indian to take 50 wickets in IPL history?

The answer is- Khaleel Ahmed

Khaleel Ahmed (born 5 December 1997 Tonk, Rajasthan, India) is an Indian international cricketer. He made his debut for Indian cricket team in September 2018. He made his Twenty20 debut for Rajasthan in the 2016–17 Inter State Twenty-20 Tournament on 5 February 2017. He made his (T20I) debut for India against the West Indies on 4 November 2018.

Khaleel Ahmed became the fastest Indian to reach 50 IPL wickets during his 35th match, eclipsing Amit Mishra's record in 37 matches.

Question 3 of 5:

For the first time in India, a metro rail test was successfully operated underwater in which city?

The answer is- Kolkata

India’s first ever underwater metro completed the trial run with passengers. Kolkata’s East-West Metro successfully completed the journey from Howrah Maidan to Esplanade and vice versa. The train started from Howrah Maidan metro station and after crossing the three stations in between, it reached the Esplanade, which is also known as Dharmatala. It crosses Howrah railway station (metro station) and Mahakaran metro station. The identical twin cities Howrah and Kolkata, have been joined by this metro line, which is bisected by the river Ganga.

Question 4 of 5:

This animal was the most prestigious hunting target in which era of Europe?

The answer is- Medieval

Throughout Western Europe in the Middle Ages, humans hunted wild animals. While game was at times an important source of food, it was rarely the principal source of nutrition.

Question 5 of 5:

This President wanted to build a wall on which border?

The answer is- Mexico

The Trump wall, commonly referred to as "The Wall", is an expansion of the Mexico–United States barrier that started during the U.S. presidency of Donald Trump and was a critical part of Trump's campaign platform in the 2016 presidential election. Throughout his 2016 presidential campaign, Trump called for the construction of a border wall. He said that, if elected, he would "build the wall and make Mexico pay for it". Then-Mexican president Enrique Peña Nieto rejected Trump's claim that Mexico would pay for the wall; all construction in fact relied exclusively on U.S. funding.

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Question 1 of 5:

Who has been elected unopposed as the new president of the New Development Bank in 2023?

The answer is- Dilma Rousseff

Dilma Vana Rousseff (Brazilian Portuguese: [ˈdʒiwmɐ ˈvɐ̃nɐ ʁuˈsɛf(i)]; born 14 December 1947 in Belo Horizonte, Minas Gerais, southeastern Brazil) is a Brazilian economist and politician who served as the 36th president of Brazil, holding the position from 2011 until her impeachment and removal from office on 31 August 2016. She is the first woman to have held the Brazilian presidency and had previously served as chief of staff to former president Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva from 2005 to 2010. On 24 March 2023, Rousseff was elected as the president of the BRICS-led New Development Bank.

Question 2 of 5:

Adani Group acquired the Karaikal Port in which Union Territory for Rs 1,485 crores?

The answer is- Puducherry

Karaikal Port Private Limited (KPPL), a private port developed by the Chennai based MARG Limited, became operational in April, 2009. The port is located on the Eastern coast of India in Karaikal around 300 km south of Chennai Port and around 360 km north of Tuticorin Port.

Adani Group Acquires Karaikal Port in Puducherry at Rs 1,485 Crore. The strategically located port, which is around 300 km south of Chennai, is the only major port between Chennai and Tuticorin in Tamil Nadu. With the latest acquisition, Adani Group now operates 14 ports in India.

Question 3 of 5:

India's first semi-high-speed regional rail service is named what?

The answer is- RapidX

The National Capital Region Transport Corporation (NCRTC) has named India's first semi-high-speed regional rail services as 'RAPIDX'. These trains will operate on the Regional Rapid Transit System (RRTS) corridors, which are being constructed to link important urban nodes across the National Capital Region (NCR).

Question 4 of 5:

Which species of this animal has the widest range of all non-human primates?

The answer is- Rhesus Macaque

A rhesus macaque became the first primate astronaut in 1948, but died during the flight, followed on 14 June 1949 by Albert II, who became the first primate and first mammal in space.

Question 5 of 5:

The phenonmenon of El Nino affects which ocean?

The answer is- Pacific

El Niño causes the Pacific jet stream to move south and spread further east. During winter, this leads to wetter conditions than usual in the Southern U.S. and warmer and drier conditions in the North. El Niño also has a strong effect on marine life off the Pacific coast.

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Question 1 of 5:

In 2023, which country became a new member of the BRICS-backed New Development Bank?

The answer is- Egypt

The New Development Bank (NDB) is a multilateral development bank established by Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa (BRICS) with the purpose of mobilising resources for infrastructure and sustainable development projects in emerging markets and developing countries (EMDCs).

After President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi visited India as a chief guest for the Republic Day celebrations, Egypt has become a member of the BRICS New Development Bank (NDB).

DYK:

Bangladesh, the United Arab Emirates, and Uruguay joined the NDB in September 2021. Egypt was welcomed as a new member of the NDB in December 2021.

Question 2 of 5:

NASA for the first time in its lunar mission ‘Artemis 2’ introduced a _______ astronaut.

The answer is- Woman

Artemis 2 (officially Artemis II) is the second scheduled mission of NASA's Artemis program and the first scheduled crewed mission of NASA's Orion spacecraft, currently planned to be launched by the Space Launch System (SLS) in November 2024. Artemis 2 is planned to be the first crewed spacecraft to travel to the Moon, and beyond low Earth orbit, since Apollo 17 in 1972.

DYK:

Artemis 2 is to be crewed by four astronauts, including the first woman, first person of color, and first non-American to travel beyond low Earth orbit. The first woman is to be Christina Koch, who will serve as a mission specialist. The first person of color is to be Victor J. Glover, who will serve as the pilot. The non-American is Jeremy Hansen from the CSA

Question 3 of 5:

In 2023, India released the first edition of the Dogri version of what?

The answer is- Indian Constitution

The Constitution of India (IAST: Bhāratīya Saṃvidhāna) is the supreme law of India. The document lays down the framework that demarcates fundamental political code, structure, procedures, powers, and duties of government institutions and sets out fundamental rights, directive principles, and the duties of citizens. It is the longest written national constitution in the world.

It was adopted by the Constituent Assembly of India on 26 November 1949 and became effective on 26 January 1950. India celebrates its constitution on 26 January as Republic Day.

The constitution declares India a sovereign, socialist, secular, and democratic republic, assures its citizens justice, equality, and liberty, and endeavours to promote fraternity.

On April 10, 2023, Union Minister of Law, Justice and Parliamentary Affairs, Kiren Rijiju released the first edition of the Dogri version of the Indian Constitution.

Question 4 of 5:

This animal is integral to which Indian States culture?

The answer is- Kerala

Elephants in Kerala are often referred to as the "sons of the sahya" (cf. poem "Sahyante Makan" by Vyloppalli Sreedhara Menon).

Many elephants are featured in the local legends of Kerala. Aitihyamala ("A Garland of Historical Anecdotes") by Kottarattil Sankunni was written in eight volumes; each volume ending with a story or legend about a famous elephant.

Question 5 of 5:

What is the colour of this fruit before ripening?

The answer is- Red

The blackberry is an edible fruit produced by many species in the genus Rubus in the family Rosaceae, hybrids among these species within the subgenus Rubus, and hybrids between the subgenera Rubus and Idaeobatus.

DYK:

1) Blackberry fruits are red when unripe, leading to an old expression that "blackberries are red when they're green".

2) Worldwide, Mexico is the leading producer of blackberries, with nearly the entire crop being produced for export into the off-season fresh markets in North America and Europe.

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Question 1 of 5:

Which racing driver won the Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2023 title?

The answer is- Sergio Perez

The 2023 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix (officially known as the Formula 1 STC Saudi Arabian Grand Prix 2023) was a Formula One motor race that was held on 19 March 2023 at the Jeddah Corniche Circuit in Jeddah, Saudi Arabia.

Sergio Michel "Checo" Pérez Mendoza (Spanish: [ˈseɾxjo ˈpeɾes] ; born 26 January 1990 in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico), is a Mexican racing driver who races in Formula One for Red Bull Racing, having previously driven for Sauber, McLaren, Force India, and Racing Point. He won his first Formula One Grand Prix at the 2020 Sakhir Grand Prix, breaking the record for the number of starts before a race win at 190. He also earned his first Formula One pole position at the 2022 Saudi Arabian Grand Prix, breaking the record for the most races before a first pole position at 215.He made his Formula One debut driving for Sauber during the 2011 season. He took his first Formula One podium at the 2012 Malaysian Grand Prix with Sauber. Due to his young age and performance, he was referred to as "The Mexican Wunderkind".

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, Eric Garcetti was appointed the US Ambassador to which country?

The answer is- India

Eric Michael Garcetti (born February 4, 1971 in Los Angeles, California, U.S.) is an American politician and diplomat who has been the United States Ambassador to India since March 24, 2023. He previously served as the 42nd mayor of Los Angeles from 2013 until 2022. A member of the Democratic Party, he was first elected in the 2013 election, and re-elected in 2017. He was the city's first elected Jewish mayor, and its second consecutive Mexican American mayor.

Question 3 of 5:

The safeguarding of the Indo-Myanmar border is the responsibility of which paramilitary force?

The answer is- Assam Rifles

The Assam Rifles (AR) is a central paramilitary force responsible for border security, counter-insurgency, and maintaining law and order in Northeast India. It guards the Indo-Myanmar border. The AR is one among the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPF) and comes under the administration of the Ministry of Home Affairs, while its operational control is maintained by the Indian Army. The AR is commanded by the Director General of the Assam Rifles (DG AR) who is appointed by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The AR is also dubbed as "Sentinels of the North East" and "Friends of the Hill People". As of 2019-2020 report of Ministry of Home Affairs, there are 46 battalions of Assam Rifles with a sanctioned strength of 65,143 personnel. Since 2002, the force has been given the role of guarding the India–Myanmar border.

Question 4 of 5:

Where is this site located?

The answer is- Turkey

Eskişehir (US: /ˌɛskɪʃəˈhɪər/ ES-kish-ə-HEER, Turkish: [esˈciʃehiɾ]; from eski "old" and şehir "city") is a city in northwestern Turkey and the capital of the Eskişehir Province. The city is located on the banks of the Porsuk River.

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Sazova Park, officially Sazova Science, Culture and Art Park (Turkish: Sazova Bilim Kültür ve Sanat Parkı), is a park in Eskişehir, Turkey. It was established by the metropolitan municipality of Eskişehir in 2008.

DYK:

1) The name Eskişehir can be literally translated as 'Old City' in Turkish.

2) The city was founded by the Phrygians in at least 1000 BC, although it has been estimated to be older than 4000 years old.

Question 5 of 5:

Which is considered as the highest-ranked belt in this sport?

The answer is- Black

Karate (空手) (/kəˈrɑːti/; Japanese pronunciation: [kaɾate] ; Okinawan pronunciation: [kaɽati]) is a martial art developed in the Ryukyu Kingdom. It developed from the indigenous Ryukyuan martial arts (called te (手), "hand"; tii in Okinawan) under the influence of Chinese martial arts, particularly Fujian White Crane.

DYK:

1) A karate practitioner is called a karateka (空手家).

2) The Empire of Japan annexed the Ryukyu Kingdom in 1879. Karate came to mainland Japan in the early 20th century during a time of migration as Ryukyuans, especially from Okinawa, looked for work in the main islands of Japan

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Question 1 of 5:

Which Indian Constitution Article deals with disqualification of MPs from Lok Sabha or Rajya Sabha?

The answer is- Article 102

For the purposes of this clause a person shall not be deemed to hold an office of profit under the Government of India or the Government of any State by reason only that he is a Minister either for the Union or for such State. A person shall be disqualified for being a member of either House of Parliament if he is so disqualified under the Tenth Schedule.

Question 2 of 5:

In 2023, who became the first Indian to win four medals at world wrestling championships?

The answer is- Bajrang Punia

Bajrang Punia (born 26 February 1994) is an Indian freestyle wrestler, who competes in the 65-kg weight category. At the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, Punia won a bronze medal by defeating Kazakhstan's Daulet Niyazbekov with a 8-0 margin. Punia is the only Indian wrestler to win 4 medals at the World Wrestling Championships.

Punia was born on 26 February 1994 in Khudan, Jhajjar, Haryana, India. He began wrestling at the age of seven and was encouraged to pursue the sport by his father. Currently, he works in the Indian Railways on the post of Gazetted officer OSD Sports.[5] Punia enjoys seeking out knowledge of his village elders. Punia is married to fellow wrestler Sangeeta Phogat.

Awards :

Arjuna Award, 2015

Padma Shri Award, 2019

Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna award, 2019

FICCI India Sports Award 2020

Question 3 of 5:

The MCF Rae Bareli has renamed the hockey stadium to in whose honour?

The answer is- Rani Rampal

The Indian Railways’ Modern Coach Factory Stadium in Raebareli was renamed as Rani's Girls Hockey Turf after former Indian women’s hockey team captain Rani Rampal.

Rani Rampal (born 4 December 1994 in Shahabad Markanda,Haryana) is an Indian field hockey player. At the age of 15, she was the youngest player in the national team which participated in the 2010 World Cup. Rani Rampal has played over 250 international matches for India since making her senior debut in 2009. In 2020, the Government of India honoured her with the Padma Shri.

Question 4 of 5:

What is the preffered living spot of these animals?

The answer is- Cities

Gray langurs, also called Hanuman langurs and Hanuman monkeys, are Old World monkeys native to the Indian subcontinent constituting the genus Semnopithecus. Gray langurs are terrestrial, inhabiting forest, open lightly wooded habitats, and urban areas on the Indian subcontinent.

Question 5 of 5:

How many movies of this series were made?

The answer is- 8

Harry Potter is a film series based on the eponymous novels by J. K. Rowling. The series is produced and distributed by Warner Bros. Pictures and consists of eight fantasy films, beginning with Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone (2001) and culminating with Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows – Part 2 (2011). A spin-off prequel series, planned to consist of five films, started with Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them (2016), marking the beginning of the Wizarding World shared media franchise.

The Hogwarts Express was the name of the train that ran between London King's Cross Station Platform 9¾ and Hogsmeade station. The Hogwarts Express is hauled in the Harry Potter films by steam locomotive no. 5972 "Olton Hall", repainted and fitted with nameplates that read Hogwarts Castle.

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