Current Affairs Quiz 15th July 2023
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Question 1:
What amount has the European Investment Bank (EIB) proposed to lend India for its National Green Hydrogen Mission?
A) €500 million
B) €2 billion
C) €1 billion
D) €1.5 billion
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The EIB has expressed its support for India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission by proposing a loan facility of up to €1 billion.
Question 2:
Who has Australia recently appointed as the head of its central bank?
A) Jim Chalmers
B) Philip Lowe
C) Kris Peeters
D) Michele Bullock
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Michele Bullock has been chosen as the first female head of Australia’s central bank for a term of seven years.
Question 3:
Which product from Thoothukudi district in Tamil Nadu has recently received a Geographical Indication (GI) certificate?
A) Authoor Tea
B) Authoor Spices
C) Authoor Betel Leaves
D) Authoor Coffee
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Authoor betel leaves from Thoothukudi district have been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) certificate.
Question 4:
Which state has initiated the “Gajah Kotha” campaign?
A) Kerala
B) West Bengal
C) Assam
D) Karnataka
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Assam has launched the “Gajah Kotha” campaign to address the rising human-elephant conflicts in the state.
Question 5:
As of the given date, what is the total of India’s forex reserves?
A) $495.280 billion
B) $696.280 billion
C) $796.280 billion
D) $596.280 billion
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: According to the RBI data, India’s forex reserves have reached a total of $596.280 billion.
Question 6:
When is the International Criminal Justice Day observed?
A) June 17
B) August 17
C) July 17
D) September 17
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The International Criminal Court (ICC) observes the Day of International Criminal Justice on July 17 each year.
Question 7:
On what date is Nelson Mandela Day celebrated?
A) July 15
B) July 18
C) July 20
D) July 22
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Nelson Mandela day is observed on July 18 every year.
Question 8:
Where is the 3rd Sherpas G20 meeting being held?
A) Mumbai, Maharashtra
B) Jaipur, Rajasthan
C) Delhi, New Delhi
D) Hampi, Karnataka
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Hampi in Karnataka is hosting the third Sherpas meeting as part of India’s G20 Presidency.
Question 9:
What is the purpose of the Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS)?
A) Upgrading railway stations
B) Promoting green energy in railways
C) Improving train speeds
D) Enhancing train safety measures
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: The Amrit Bharat Station Scheme (ABSS) aims to enhance facilities at railway stations by identifying them for development.
Question 10:
Who is the current governor of Australia’s central bank that was not reappointed for a second term?
A) Anthony Albanese
B) Kris Peeters
C) Michele Bullock
D) Philip Lowe
Answer and Explanation
- Explanation: Governor Philip Lowe was the current head of Australia’s central bank and was not reappointed for another term.
