61. Elephants have been held in high esteem in our tradition, and are considered a symbol of prosperity. The Gaj Utsav-2023 was inaugurated at the Kaziranga National Park whom?
1. Amit Shah
2. Narendra Modi
3. Droupadi Murmu
4. Arif Mohamad Khan
5. Pinarayi Vijayan
Option “3” is correct. The Gaj Utsav-2023 was inaugurated at the Kaziranga National Park by the President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu. During her speech, she highlighted the significant bond between nature and humanity, which is regarded as sacred. India has always identified itself with a culture of respecting nature.
62. According to the Airports Council International (ACI) World, which of the following international airport has been ranked as the ninth busiest airport in the world in 2022?
1. Chhatrapati Shivaji International Terminus
2. Rajiv Gandhi International Airport
3. Indira Gandhi International Airport
4. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport
5. Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose International Airport
Option “2” is correct. According to the Airports Council International (ACI) World, Delhi’s Indira Gandhi International (IGI) Airport has been ranked as the ninth busiest airport in the world in 2022, handling approximately 59.5 million passengers every year. In a separate release, Delhi International Airport Ltd (DIAL) said it is the only airport to figure in the top 10 list from South and South East Asia.
63. Give the name of India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier that was presented with a special gift in the form of its original bell from the first carrier of the same name commissioned in 1961?
1. INS Vikramaditya
2. INS Shivalik
3. INS Vikrant
4. INS Brahmaputra
5. INS Virat
Option “3” is correct. The INS Vikrant, India’s first indigenous aircraft carrier, was presented with a special gift in the form of its original bell from the first carrier of the same name commissioned in 1961. The bell was given by Vice Admiral SN Ghormade, who recently retired as the Vice Chief of Navy Staff, to the commanding officer of INS Vikrant on March 22.
64. In a recent address to the Indian diaspora community in France, Union Minister Piyush Goyal announced that India is set to become the third-largest economy in the world by 2027. Currently, India is _________ largest economy in the world.
1. Fourth
2. Fifth
3. Ninth
4. Seven
5. Sixth
Option “2” is correct. Currently the fifth-largest economy, India has been experiencing an average annual growth rate of around 7% over the last decade, driven by factors such as a growing middle class and a focus on innovation and entrepreneurship.
65. Who achieved the fastest 6000 runs milestone in the Indian Premier League (IPL) during a match against Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati?
1. Shikhar Dhawan
2. Glen Maxwell
3. Rohit Sharma
4. Virat Kohli
5. David Warner
Option “5” is correct. During a match against Rajasthan Royals at the Barsapara Stadium in Guwahati, Delhi Capitals’ captain David Warner became the fastest batsman to reach 6000 runs in the Indian Premier League (IPL). He is now the third player to achieve this feat after Virat Kohli from Royal Challengers Bangalore and Shikhar Dhawan, captain of Punjab Kings.
66. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for the financial year 2023-24 at how much percent?
1. 6.3%
2. 4.8%
3. 7.1%
4. 5.9%
5. 6.9%
Option “4” is correct. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has revised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for the financial year 2023-24, lowering it by 20 basis points to 5.9 percent. This latest forecast is slightly below the Reserve Bank of India’s projection of 6.4 percent. Despite the downward revision, India is still projected to be the fastest-growing major economy in the world.
67. Which of the bank has signed a Master Inter Bank Credit Agreement of USD 300 million with the Export-Import Bank of Korea?
1. State Bank of India
2. ICICI Bank
3. Bank of Baroda
4. HDFC Bank
5. Axis Bank
Option “4” is correct. HDFC Bank, the leading private sector bank in India, has signed a Master Inter Bank Credit Agreement with the Export-Import Bank of Korea, with a total value of US $300 million. The signing ceremony took place in GIFT City, Gujarat, and aims to help HDFC Bank raise foreign currency funds, which will be used to support Korea-related businesses.
68. ______________ Metro has achieved a significant milestone as it became the first metro rail in India to complete an under-river journey.
1. Delhi Metro
2. Chennai Metro
3. Kolkata Metro
4. Lucknow Metro
5. Kochi Metro
Option “3” is correct. Kolkata Metro has achieved a significant milestone as it became the first metro rail in India to complete an under-river journey. The metro rakes passed through an underwater tunnel beneath the Hooghly River, with the general manager, P Uday Kumar Reddy, traveling from Mahakaran to Howrah Maidan station.
69. On which day people across the globe observe Save the Elephant Day to promote awareness of the issues faced by elephants and inspire efforts to protect these majestic animals?
1. 14 April
2. 16 April
3. 15 April
4. 12 April
5. 13 April
Option “2” is correct. On April 16th each year, people across the globe observe Save the Elephant Day, which aims to promote awareness of the issues faced by elephants and inspire efforts to protect these majestic animals. This day provides an opportunity to highlight the significance of elephants, the challenges they encounter, and the actions that can be taken to safeguard their existence.
70. Which of the following Indian state has recently been awarded as the best-performing state in the North Eastern region for e-Procurement is a significant achievement for the state?
Option “4” is correct. Tripura’s recent award as the best-performing state in the North Eastern region for e-Procurement is a significant achievement for the state. The award was presented at a National Workshop on e-Procurement organized by the Union Ministry of Finance and the Ministry of Electronic and Information Technology in March 2023, held at the India Habitat Center in New Delhi.
