21. World Press Freedom Day focuses 2023 theme “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for All Other Human Rights,”. On which day World Press Freedom Day is observed?
1. 3 May
2. 6 May
3. 2 May
4. 4 May
5. 5 May
Option “1” is correct Every year on May 3, we observe World Press Freedom Day to increase our understanding of the significance of a press that is free and not influenced by external forces. This year’s World Press Freedom Day focuses on the theme of “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for All Other Human Rights,” which emphasizes the critical role of freedom of expression in safeguarding and promoting other human rights.
22. According to the latest report from global media watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF), what is the rank of India in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index?
1. 178
2. 161
3. 140
4. 105
5. 96
Option “2” is correct According to the latest report from global media watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF), India has slipped to the 161st position out of 180 countries in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index. The report was released by RSF, and it indicates a decline in India’s ranking for press freedom. Nordic countries like Norway, Ireland, and Denmark ranked top three respectively while Vietnam, China, and North Korea were the bottom three countries on the index.
23. According to the latest report from global media watchdog Reporters Without Borders (RSF), which country ranked first in the 2023 World Press Freedom Index?
1. Italy
2. Denmark
3. USA
4. Norway
5. Switzerland
Option “4” is correct As per Reporters Without Borders, the 21st edition of the World Press Freedom Index 2023 has been out in which Norway, Ireland, and Denmark grabbed the top 3 rankings.
24. Which organisation/institution has reported that ‘the Indian job market is expected to witness a 22% churn over the next five years, with top emerging roles coming from AI, machine learning, and data segments’?
1. International Monetary Fund
2. United Nations
3. World Economic Forum
4. Asian Development Bank
5. World Bank
Option “3” is correct A new study by the World Economic Forum (WEF) suggests that the Indian job market is expected to witness a 22% churn over the next five years, with top emerging roles coming from AI, machine learning, and data segments. Globally, the job market churn is estimated at 23%, with 69 million new jobs expected to be created and 83 million eliminated by 2027.
25. The Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) has designated “Asthma Care for All” as the theme for the 2023 World Asthma Day. On which of the day World Asthma Day is observed every year to increase awareness and encourage better management and care of asthma on a global scale?
1. Third Friday of May
2. Last Sunday of May
3. Second Wednesday of May
4. Fourth Monday of May
5. First Tuesday of May
Option “5” is correct World Asthma Day is a yearly event that takes place on the first Tuesday of May. Its aim is to increase awareness and encourage better management and care of asthma on a global scale. The day is coordinated by the Global Initiative for Asthma (GINA) in partnership with healthcare providers, patient groups, and public health agencies. In 2023, World Asthma Day was observed on May 2.
26. Give the name of a former Lok Sabha MP who has been recently awarded the title of “Shatabdi Purush” (Man of the Century) in New Delhi in recognition of his contributions as a socialist leader.
1. Sitaram Yechuri
2. Abhay Singh Chautala
3. KC Tyagi
4. Pandit Ramkishan
5. None of the above
Option “4” is correct Former Lok Sabha MP Pandit Ramkishan was recently awarded the title of “Shatabdi Purush” (Man of the Century) in New Delhi in recognition of his contributions as a socialist leader. The honor was bestowed on him during the birth centenary celebrations of Madhu Limaye, a renowned socialist ideologue and parliamentarian.
27. UNESCO marked World Press Freedom Day by awarding its annual World Press Freedom Prize to three imprisoned female journalists named Niloufar Hamedi, Elaheh Mohammadi, and Narges Mohammadi. These three female journalists belong to which country?
1. Syria
2. Iran
3. Afghanistan
4. Canada
5. Bangladesh
Option “2” is correct On May 3, UNESCO marked World Press Freedom Day by awarding its annual World Press Freedom Prize to three imprisoned Iranian female journalists. The winners, Niloufar Hamedi, Elaheh Mohammadi, and Narges Mohammadi, were recognized for their work in reporting on human rights abuses in Iran and their commitment to truth and accountability.
28. Which stategovernment has decided to further extend its sponsorship for both the Men and Women’s Indian Hockey Teams (senior and junior) for another ten years from 2023 to 2033?
1. Haryana
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Delhi
4. Odisha
5. West Bengal
Option “4” is correct The Odisha government has decided to further extend its sponsorship for both the Men and Women’s Indian Hockey Teams (senior and junior) for another ten years from 2023 to 2033. The decision in this regard was taken at the Cabinet meeting chaired by chief minister Naveen Patnaik.
29. Who has authored a new book titled “Made In India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise” published by Rupa Publications India?
1. Amitabh Kant
2. Raghuram Rajan
3. Rajnish Kumar
4. Nirmala Sitharaman
5. Shaktikanta Das
Option “1” is correct Retired Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer Amitabh Kant, who served as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the National Institution for Transforming India (NITI Aayog) (2016-2022), has authored a new book titled “Made In India: 75 Years of Business and Enterprise” published by the Rupa Publications India.
30. Ministry of Tourism participates in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023. Where the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, one of the most prominent global events for the travel and tourism industry, kicked off?
1. Kuwait
2. Dubai
3. Sharjah
4. Riyadh
5. London
Option “2” is correct The Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2023, one of the most prominent global events for the travel and tourism industry, kicked off in Dubai, UAE, on May 1, 2023, with a substantial presence from India. The Ministry of Tourism, Govt of India, is participating in the event to promote inbound travel to India from the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region.
