111. Stanford University’s AI Index report states that India is ranked fifth in terms of investments received by startups offering AI-based products and services in 2022. Which country ranked first in terms of investments received by startups offering AI-based products and services in 2022?
1. USA
2. Germany
3. South Korea
4. Israel
5. China
Option “1” is correct. The USA ranked first in terms of investments received by startups offering AI-based products and services in 2022. AI startups in India received a total investment of $3.24 billion, surpassing countries such as South Korea, Germany, Canada, and Australia. However, India is still behind the US, China, the UK, and Israel in terms of AI investments received.
112. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Union government plans to introduce ‘Vande Metro’ by which time of period from the following options?
1. January 2030
2. December 2023
3. April 2024
4. August 2027
5. April 2025
Option “2” is correct. Railway Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw has announced that the Union government plans to introduce ‘Vande Metro’ by December 2023. This announcement comes after the successful launch of the Vande Bharat Express, which is a semi-high-speed train operating in several parts of the country.
113. Nagri Dubraj, an aromatic rice variety, has been granted a geographical indication (GI) tag by the Geographical Indication Registry. A variety of rice, Nagri Dubraj belongs to which country?
Option “4” is correct. Chhattisgarh’s Nagri Dubraj, an aromatic rice variety, has been granted a geographical indication (GI) tag by the Geographical Indication Registry. The Indira Gandhi Agricultural University played a vital role in obtaining the rights, as it maintained regular communication with the relevant authorities.
114. Where the world’s first conservation and breeding center for the critically endangered Asian king vulture is set to open?
Option “4” is correct. The world’s first conservation and breeding center for the critically endangered Asian king vulture is set to open in Uttar Pradesh’s Maharajganj district. The center, named Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre (JCBC), is spread over 1.5 hectares and is designed to maintain a sustainable population of the species by breeding king vultures in captivity and releasing them into the wild.
115. Who has launched the Vibrant Village program at Kibithu border village in Arunachal Pradesh to bring about the overall development of rural areas and transform them into self-sufficient and prosperous communities?
1. Draupadi Murmu
2. Narendra Modi
3. Dr. Jitendra Singh
4. Amit Shah
5. Pema Khandu
Option “4” is correct. India’s Home Minister Amit Shah launched the Vibrant Village program at Kibithu, a border village in Arunachal Pradesh. Kibithu is a remote village located at an altitude of 9,000 feet above sea level, near the India-China border.
116. Which Indian Grandmaster won title at World Chess Armageddon Asia and Oceania event?
Option “4” is correct. In the World Chess Armageddon Asia & Oceania event, Indian Grandmaster D Gukesh, who is a teenager, pulled off a major upset by defeating former world rapid champion Nodirbek Abdusattorov of Uzbekistan in the final. Gukesh emerged as the winner in a thrilling summit clash that was full of ups and downs.
117. Which of the international financing institution has announced its plans to invest in non-convertible debentures valued at Rs 150 crore in Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (TPDDL) to improve Delhi’s power distribution through grid enhancements?
1. World Bank
2. Asian Development Bank
3. European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
4. International Monetary Fund
5. None of the above
Option “2” is correct. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has announced its plans to invest in non-convertible debentures valued at Rs 150 crore in Tata Power Delhi Distribution Ltd (TPDDL). The investment aims to improve Delhi’s power distribution through grid enhancements.
118. According to the NSO data, India’s annual retail inflation for March eased to what percent in February 2023?
1. 5.96%
2. 6.24%
3. 4.88%
4. 5.66%
5. 6.83%
Option “4” is correct. India’s Annual Retail Inflation for March Eases Below Central Bank’s Tolerance Level for the First Time in 2023. According to the NSO data, India’s annual retail inflation for March eased to 5.66% from 6.44% in February. The central bank’s upper tolerance level for inflation is 6%, so the current rate is below this level, which is a welcome change.
119. World Chagas Disease Day is observed on which of the day to raise awareness about a life-threatening illness that can cause severe heart and digestive problems?
1. 18 April
2. 15 April
3. 11 April
4. 12 April
5. 14 April
Option “5” is correct. Every year on April 14th, World Chagas Disease Day is observed to raise awareness about a life-threatening illness that can cause severe heart and digestive problems. The disease primarily affects individuals living in rural areas with poor hygiene conditions, particularly those who are impoverished. It is more common in regions like Central America, Mexico, and South America. The theme for 2023 is Time to integrate Chagas disease into primary health care so that universal care and surveillance start at the most decentralized level of the health system.
120. A 125-foot bronze statue of BR Ambedkar has been unveiled to commemorate the 132nd birth anniversary of the renowned Indian Constitution architect. Where the statue of BR Ambedkar has been unveiled?
1. New Delhi
2. Pune
3. Bhopal
4. Hyderabad
5. Mumbai
Option “4” is correct. 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. The unveiling ceremony was a grand affair, with provisions made to accommodate over 35,000 individuals from all 119 constituencies.
