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Current Affairs Quiz 12th June 2023

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Question 1:

What has IRDAI recently directed insurers to establish for policy seekers?

A) ABHID

B) BIDHA

C) ABCID

D) ABHA IDs

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

  • Explanation: The insurance regulator of India (IRDAI) directed insurers to establish unique 14-digit identifiers called Ayushman Bharat Health Account (ABHA) IDs for individuals.

 

Question 2:

By the end of the decade, what is the bilateral trade target set between India and Serbia?

A) 500 million Euros

B) 1 Billion Euros

C) 750 million Euros

D) 2 Billion Euros

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

  • Explanation: India and Serbia aim to achieve a bilateral trade volume of one billion euros by the end of the decade.

 

Question 3:

Why did INS Trishul sail to Durban port in South Africa?

A) Naval exercise

B) 130th anniversary of Gandhi’s eviction from a train

C) Diplomatic visit

D) Training session

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

  • Explanation: The INS Trishul sailed to commemorate the 130th anniversary of an event marking Mahatma Gandhi’s eviction from a train.

 

Question 4:

Which country recently unveiled the JF-22, the world’s most powerful hypersonic wind tunnel?

A) Russia

B) USA

C) India

D) China

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

  • Explanation: China unveiled the JF-22, a significant advancement in their hypersonic technology endeavors.

 

Question 5:

The safety alert level for Kilauea volcano has been reduced from “WARNING” to what?

A) ALERT

B) CAUTION

C) WATCH

D) NOTICE

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: The USGS downgraded the safety alert for Kilauea volcano from “WARNING” to “WATCH”.

 

Question 6:

During the Indian Navy’s recent operation in the Arabian Sea, how many aircraft were involved?

A) Over 25

B) Over 35

C) Over 50

D) Over 40

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

  • Explanation: The Indian Navy’s operation in the Arabian Sea involved more than 35 aircraft.

 

Question 7:

Who collaborated with RBI to strengthen 1,514 Urban Co-operative Banks?

A) State Governments

B) Private Sector Banks

C) Central Government

D) International Financial Institutions

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: The RBI and Central Government introduced measures to strengthen the Urban Co-operative Banks.

 

Question 8:

What is the primary focus of the NBFC Growth Accelerator Program launched by GAME and SIDBI?

A) Expansion of NBFCs

B) Digital transformation of NBFCs

C) Addressing funding challenges of MSMEs

D) Modernization of NBFC infrastructure

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: The NBFC Growth Accelerator Program aims to address funding woes of micro, small, and medium enterprises.

 

Question 9:

What is the slogan for the World Day Against Child Labour 2023?

A) Stop Child Labour Now!

B) Social Justice for All. End Child Labour!

C) Protecting the Future: No More Child Labour!

D) Children Deserve Better!

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

  • Explanation: The slogan for the World Day Against Child Labour 2023 is “Social Justice for All. End Child Labour!”.

 

Question 10:

How much was the first installment deposited into the accounts of beneficiary women in Jabalpur under the ‘Mukhyamantri Ladli Behna Scheme’?

A) Rs 800

B) Rs 1,200

C) Rs 1,000

D) Rs 1,500

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: The first installment of the Ladli Behna Yojana 2023 was Rs 1,000.

 

Question 11:

Till what year has the ‘Exploration of Coal and Lignite Scheme’ been extended by the Indian government?

A) 2023-24

B) 2021-25

C) 2024-25

D) 2021-26

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

  • Explanation: The scheme has been extended from 2021-22 to 2025-26.

 

Question 12:

When will the application acceptance for the ‘Modified Semicon India Programme’ end?

A) November 2023

B) December 2024

C) January 2025

D) June 2024

Answer and Explanation

Answer: B

  • Explanation: The program will accept applications until December 2024.


Question 13:

Where is the G20 SAI Summit taking place in 2023?

A) Mumbai

B) New Delhi

C) Goa

D) Bangalore

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: The SAI20 Summit is scheduled to occur in Goa.

 

Question 14:

Who has been elected as the chair-elect of the IATA Board of Governors?

A) Yvonne Manzi Makolo

B) Subodh Kumar Singh

C) Pieter Elbers

D) Girish Chandra Murmu

Answer and Explanation

Answer: C

  • Explanation: Pieter Elbers, CEO of IndiGo, has been elected as the chair-elect of the International Air Transport Association Board of Governors.

 

Question 15:

Who has been appointed as the CEO of UIDAI?

A) Subodh Kumar Singh

B) Girish Chandra Murmu

C) Pieter Elbers

D) Amit Agrawal

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

  • Explanation: Amit Agrawal, a senior IAS officer, has been appointed as the CEO of Unique Identification Authority of India.

 

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Which act has been approved by the Union Cabinet to reduce the share of government stake to below 51%?

A) The Banking Regulation Act

B) The Economic Reforms Act

C) The Fiscal Responsibility Act

D) The Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill

Answer and Explanation

Answer: D

  • Explanation: The Union Cabinet approved the Banking Laws (Amendment) Bill to facilitate the reduction of government stake in public sector banks below 51%.

 

Question 17:

Which country’s Prime Minister inaugurated the ‘World’s Largest Plant-based Food Factory’?

A) Singapore

B) India

C) China

D) Germany

Answer and Explanation

Answer: A

  • Explanation: Singapore’s Prime Minister officially opened the world’s largest plant-based food production facility.

 

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