51. Who became the first woman to serve as an on-field umpire in a men’s international match during the second T20I match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Dunedin?
1. Anna Harris
2. Claire Polosak
3. Lauren Agenbag
4. Eloise Sheridan
5. Kim Cotton
Option “5” is correct. On April 5th, during the second T20I match between Sri Lanka and New Zealand in Dunedin, Kim Cotton became the first woman to serve as an on-field umpire in a men’s international match between two full-member teams, making history. Cotton has previously worked as an on-field and TV umpire in 54 women’s T20Is and 24 women’s ODIs, as well as officiating at the women’s T20 and ODI World Cups from 2018 to 2023.
52. Despite ongoing concerns over the war in Ukraine, high inflation, and financial uncertainty, the World Trade Organization (WTO) has raised its projection for global trade growth in 2023. What is the projection made by WTO on the growth of global trade?
1. 3.4%
2. 2.2%
3. 1.7%
4. 2.8%
5. 1.2%
Option “3” is correct. Despite ongoing concerns over the war in Ukraine, high inflation, and financial uncertainty, the World Trade Organization (WTO) has raised its projection for global trade growth in 2023 from 1% to 1.7%. This updated outlook indicates that the global economy is expected to recover faster than previously anticipated.
53. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released data showing that India’s current account deficit has decreased to what percent of the GDP, during the December quarter of the current fiscal year?
1. 4.5%
2. 3.7%
3. 1.8%
4. 2.2%
5. 3.4%
Option “4” is correct. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has released data showing that India’s current account deficit, an important measure of the balance of payments, has decreased to $18.2 billion, which is equivalent to 2.2% of the GDP, during the December quarter of the current fiscal year. This decrease can be attributed to the reduction in the merchandise trade deficit, which stood at $30.9 billion, or 3.7% of the GDP in the second quarter of the fiscal year 2022-23.
54. World’s first liquid hydrogen-powered ferry gets operational by the ‘MF Hydra ’ vessel. The ferry has been launched in which of the nation?
1. France
2. Iceland
3. United Kingdom
4. Norway
5. USA
Option “4” is correct. Norwegian company Norled has successfully launched the world’s first ferry that runs on liquid hydrogen. The vessel, called MF Hydra, is a hybrid that uses both batteries and liquid hydrogen fuel cells. It underwent sea trials for two weeks after initial testing at Hjelmeland Quay earlier this year.
55. ISRO has accomplished the Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission (RLV LEX) at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in ____________.
Option “1” is correct. ISRO has accomplished the Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission (RLV LEX) at the Aeronautical Test Range (ATR) in Chitradurga, Karnataka. A Chinook helicopter of the Indian Air Force carried the RLV as an underslung load and flew it to an altitude of 4.5 km.
56. Which of the state-owned bank has opened its first dedicated branch for startups in Pune, Maharashtra that will provide all kinds of support to a startup during its growth journey?
1. State Bank of India
2. Bank of Maharashtra
3. Indian Bank
4. Punjab National Bank
5. Bank of Baroda
Option “2” is correct. State-owned Bank of Maharashtra (BoM) has opened its first dedicated branch for startups in Pune, Maharashtra. The dedicated branch will provide all kinds of support to a startup during its growth journey.
57. Who introduced the “Sagar Setu” mobile application for the National Logistics Portal Marine which offers a login module, service catalogue, Letter of Credit, bank guarantee, certification, and track & trace features?
1. Narendra Modi
2. Mansukh Mandaviya
3. Amit Shah
4. Giriraj Singh
5. Sarbananda Sonowal
Option “5” is correct. The Minister of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, introduced the “Sagar Setu” mobile application for the National Logistics Portal Marine.
58. In India, National Maritime Week begins on March 30 and culminates in the celebration of National Maritime Day on April 5. Which numbered anniversary India celebrates National Maritime Day 2023?
1. 75th
2. 51st
3. 125th
4. 60th
5. 100th
Option “4” is correct. This year marks the 60th anniversary of the event, which aims to recognize India’s significant contribution to the maritime industry and its history as a seafaring nation. National Maritime Day plays a crucial role in promoting awareness about India’s maritime heritage and its current role in supporting the country’s economy.
59. According to data shared by the GI Registry, which Indian state has secured the highest number of Geographical Indication (GI) tags for products among all states in India in FY23?
1. Odisha
2. Kerala
3. Maharashtra
4. Tamil Nadu
5. West Bengal
Option “2” is correct. According to data shared by the GI Registry, Kerala has secured the highest number of Geographical Indication (GI) tags for products among all states in India in FY23. Several products from Kerala, including Attappady Aattukombu Avara (beans), Attappady Thuvara (red gram), Onattukara Ellu (sesame), Kanthaloor Vattavada Veluthuli (garlic), and Kodungallur Pottuvellari (snap melon) have been recognized with the GI tag.
60. Give the name of an Indian-American physician and professor who has been honored with the Young Urologist of the Year Award conferred by the American Urological Association (AUA).
1. Vanila Singh
2. Chirinjeev Kathuria
3. Dr. Nitya Abraham
4. Sagar Gupta
5. Vincent Rajkumar
Option “3” is correct. An Indian-American physician and professor Dr. Nitya Abraham has been honored with the Young Urologist of the Year Award conferred by the American Urological Association (AUA). Dr. Abraham is an Associate Professor at Albert Einstein College of Medicine and Program Director for the Montefiore Urology residency program.
