121. Where Asia’s biggest International Food and Hospitality Fair called ‘Aahar 2023’ to showcase technologies, goods, and services to both domestic and foreign consumers was organized?
Option “4” is correct. Asia’s biggest International Food and Hospitality Fair begins in Delhi. The greatest four-day culinary event in India is called Aahar 2023, where wholesalers, caterers, hoteliers, and restaurant owners gather to source the best food, hospitality, and equipment as well as to assess industry trends.
122. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has permitted banks from how many countries to open Special Vostro Rupee Accounts (SVRAs) to settle payments in rupees?
1. 18
2. 7
3. 15
4. 12
5. 25
Option “1” is correct. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has permitted banks from 18 countries to open Special Vostro Rupee Accounts (SVRAs) to settle payments in rupees. These 18 nations include Botswana, Fiji, Germany, Guyana, Israel, Kenya, Malaysia, Mauritius, Myanmar, New Zealand, Oman, Russia, Seychelles, Singapore, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, Uganda, and the United Kingdom.
123. CRISIL expects India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth to touch how much percent in fiscal 2024?
1. 7%
2. 6.5%
3. 8.3%
4. 6%
5. 9.2%
Option “4” is correct. CRISIL expects India’s gross domestic product (GDP) growth to touch 6% in fiscal 2024, compared with 7% estimated by the National Statistics Office (NSO) for fiscal 2023. On the domestic front, the peak impact of the rate hikes — 250 basis points since May 2022, which has pushed interest rates above pre-Covid-19 levels — will play out in fiscal 2024.
124. The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has launched the “Learning Science via Standards” initiative to promote science learning among school students. Where is headquarter of BIS situated?
Option “2” is correct. Old Delhi, Delhi headquarters of BIS. This program aims to improve student’s learning outcomes in science and promote an interest in science education by providing them with access to national and international standards related to science.
125. Which country recently formally recognized the McMahon Line as the international boundary between China and India’s Arunachal Pradesh?
1. China
2. Bhutan
3. England
4. USA
5. India
Option “4” is correct. A bipartisan resolution was passed by the US, formally recognizing the McMahon Line as the international boundary between China and India’s Arunachal Pradesh.
126. TIME list of World’s Greatest Places of 2023 released, how many places have been chosen for their endangered tigers and historic temples, as well as their adventures and cuisine from India out of 50 locations?
1. Two
2. Five
3. Seven
4. One
5. Eight
Option “1” is correct. India’s Mayurbhanj and Ladakh, which have been chosen for their endangered tigers and historic temples, as well as their adventures and cuisine, respectively, are two of the 50 locations which are featured in the TIME Magazine’s list of World’s Greatest Places in 2023.
127. Who inaugurated the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference in New Delhi?
Option “5” is correct. Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Global Millets (Shree Anna) Conference in New Delhi on 18th March 2023. The conference will be attended by Agriculture Ministers of various countries, international scientists, nutritionists, health experts, start-up leaders, and other stakeholders.
128. Who has been named an Honorary Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AO) for his outstanding contributions to the Australia-India bilateral relationship, specifically in the areas of trade, investment, and philanthropy?
Option “5” is correct. Ratan Tata, an Indian industrialist, and philanthropist, has been named an Honorary Officer in the General Division of the Order of Australia (AO) for his outstanding contributions to the Australia-India bilateral relationship, specifically in the areas of trade, investment, and philanthropy.
129. Who has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of the prestigious organization Invest India?
Option “3” is correct. Manmeet K Nanda has been appointed as the new Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer of Invest India, a prestigious organization. The Ministry of Commerce and Industry has released a statement announcing the approval of Nanda’s appointment by Invest India’s board, following Deepak Bagla’s decision to step down.
130. The US Senate Committee has announced the appointment of ____________ as the new US Ambassador to India, which had been pending for two years.
1. Rick Caruso
2. Karen Bass
3. Eric Garcetti
4. Gavin Newsom
5. Antonio Villaraigo
Option “3” is correct. The US Senate Committee has announced the appointment of Eric Garcetti as the new US Ambassador to India. Despite being nominated by President Joe Biden almost two years ago, Garcetti’s appointment had been pending until now.
