61. Evaluate the following statements regarding the recently launched Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework:
1) Union Education minister launched Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework to evaluate the quality of higher education institutions in Kerala.
2) Kerala becomes the first state in India to establish a ranking framework specifically for its higher education institutions
3) The KIRF is modeled after the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)
Select the correct statements mentioned above:
1. Only 2
2. 1 & 3
3. 2 & 3
4. Only 1
5. 1, 2 & 3
Option “3” is correct. The Higher Education Minister, R. Bindu has officially introduced the Kerala Institutional Ranking Framework (KIRF), which is designed to evaluate the quality of higher education institutions in Kerala · The KIRF is modeled after the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) and will be implemented annually by the Kerala State Higher Education Council (KSHEC). · This initiative has made Kerala the first state in India to establish a ranking framework specifically for its higher education institutions. Static fact about Kerala: Kerala Capital: Thiruvananthapuram Kerala Governor: Arif Mohammed Khan Kerala Chief Minister: Pinarayi Vijayan
62. Read the statements about Sri Lanka’s tourism sector for the month of April 2023.
1) India leads as top source market for Sri Lanka’s tourism for April 2023
2) Russians remained the top inbound market from October 2022 to March this year
3) The data has been made and released by World Tourism Organization
Select the correct statement option regarding the above information:
1. Only 1
2. 1, 2 & 3
3. Only 3
4. 1 & 2
5. 1 & 3
Option “4” is correct. India led as the top source market for Sri Lanka’s tourism sector for the month of April 2023. India regained the top spot after six months as almost 20,000 Indian tourists arrived in the island nation last month. · Sri Lanka’s Tourism Authority figures showed that 19,915 Indians had visited the island in April over 14,656 Russian tourist arrivals. · Russians remained the top inbound market from October 2022 to March this year. Tourist arrivals from India in 2022 stood at 1.23 lakhs with a share of 17.1 per cent. · In April, the arrivals topped 100,000 for the fourth consecutive time since in the island taking the total arrivals in the first four months to over 4.4 lakhs.
63. The theme of World Red Cross Day for 2023 is “Everything we do comes from the heart.” On which day World Red Cross Day is observed which of the following day?
1. 8th May
2. 10th May
3. 12th May
4. 11th May
5. 9th May
Option “1” is correct. World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is celebrated annually on May 8th to honor the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, who founded the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) and was the first person to be awarded the Nobel Peace Prize. The network offers aid and support to people in need during various emergencies, conflicts, disasters, and other crises. The movement strives to alleviate human suffering, safeguard human dignity, and promote health, peace, and overall well-being. The theme of World Red Cross Day for 2023 is “Everything we do comes from the heart.”
64. Answer the following question based on the below statements regarding Russia’s Victory Day parade at Red Square.
1) Russia held the 78th Victory Day parade anniversary on May 9th.
2) The parade was held at Red Square in Moscow to celebrate the historic victory of the Soviet Union in 1953.
3) Soviet Union defeated Nazi Germany in World War II which is known as the Great Patriotic War.
Mark the option which contains the correct statement(s):
1. Only 1
2. Only 2 & 3
3. 1, 2 & 3
4. Only 1 & 3
5. Only 1 & 2
Option “4” is correct. Russia held the 78th Victory Day parade anniversary on May 9th, at Red Square in Moscow to celebrate the historic victory of the Soviet Union in 1945, when they defeated Nazi Germany in World War II, also known as the Great Patriotic War. · This year’s parade featured more than 10,000 individuals and 125 pieces of weaponry, which were all showcased by the Russian Defense Minister, Sergey Shoigu.
65. Read the statements about the celebration of Maharana Pratap Jayanti.
1) Maharana Pratap Jayanti will be celebrated on May 22nd, 2023
2) Maharana Pratap Jayanti is celebrated in India every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of the great Rajput warrior, Maharana Pratap.
3) It will be Maharana Pratap’s 483rd birth anniversary this year.
Find the option that represents the correct statements:
1. 1, 2 & 3
2. Only 1 & 3
3. Only 2
4. Only 2 & 3
5. Only 1 & 2
Option “1” is correct. · Maharana Pratap Jayanti is celebrated in India every year to commemorate the birth anniversary of the great Rajput warrior, Maharana Pratap. According to the Hindu calendar, this auspicious day falls on the third day of the Jyeshtha month. · In the year 2023, Maharana Pratap Jayanti will be celebrated on May 22nd. This day holds great historical significance as it marks the birth of a brave leader who fought with valor and determination to protect his kingdom and people. It will be Maharana Pratap’s 483rd birth anniversary this year.
66. Do follow the instruction and answer the following question based on the ASEAN summit:
1) The 42nd Summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has kicked off in Manila, Philippines recently.
2) The theme of the ASEAN summit is “ASEAN Affairs: Epicenter of Growth.“
3) Jakarta, Indonesia headquarters of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations.
Select the option that contains the correct statement(s):
1. Only 2 & 3
2. Only 3
3. Only 1 & 3
4. Only 2
5. Only 1 & 2
Option “1” is correct. · The 42nd Summit of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) has kicked off in Indonesia with a theme of “ASEAN Affairs: Epicenter of Growth.“ · The summit aims to demonstrate the bloc’s hopes and efforts to become the center and driving force behind global development.
67. Global IT research firm Everest Group has released its annual PEAK Matrix Service Provider of the Year Awards for Information Technology (IT) services.Statements:
1) Accenture Tops Everest Annual ITS Rankings for Seventh Consecutive Year
2) IBM and TCS ranked second and third respectively
3) The rankings recognize large IT service providers with over $2 billion in annual revenue
Select the incorrect statement(s) from the above statements:
1. Only 1 & 2
2. Only 1
3. All 1, 2 & 3
4. Only 2
5. Only 3
Option “4” is correct. · Global IT research firm Everest Group has released its annual PEAK Matrix Service Provider of the Year Awards for Information Technology (IT) services. · The rankings recognise large IT service providers with over $2 billion in annual revenue who have demonstrated superior capabilities and service strategies. · For the seventh year in a row, Accenture has secured the number one spot in the rankings, followed by Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Capgemini, Wipro, and HCLTech. · TCS climbed to second place, while Capgemini and Wipro each rose three positions in the rankings over last year.
68. The Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi scheme was launched with the aim of making quality generic medicines accessible to the common man at low cost. Who inaugurated a PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra at Warasiguda in Secunderabad recently?
1. C.R. Rao
2. Kiren Rijiju
3. G Kishan Reddy
4. Mansukh Mandaviya
5. Narendra Modi
Option “3” is correct. Union Tourism Minister G Kishan Reddy inaugurated a PM Jan Aushadhi Kendra at Warasiguda in Secunderabad. During the inauguration, Mr Reddy highlighted the importance of these Jan Aushadhi Kendras in providing affordable healthcare and generating self-employment opportunities for youth. He explained that the Pradhan Mantri Bharatiya Janaushadhi scheme was launched with the aim of making quality generic medicines accessible to the common man at low cost.
69. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced a new online training programme called ‘START’ for post-graduate and final-year undergraduate students of physical sciences and technology. What is the meaning of abbreviation of ‘A’ in START?
1. Awareness
2. Academic
3. Accessibility
4. Automation
5. Advance
Option “1” is correct. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has announced a new online training programme for post-graduate and final-year undergraduate students of physical sciences and technology. The programme is called Space Science and Technology Awareness Training (START) and is part of ISRO’s efforts to enable Indian students to become professionals in space science and technology.
70. Read the International Day of Argania or International Day of the Argan Tree.
1) This day is celebrated to promote awareness and understanding of the argan tree’s environmental importance worldwide.
2) This holiday was established by UNESCO in 2021.
3) UNESCO inscribed all the knowledge and know-how regarding the argan tree on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
Select the correct option regarding the above information:
1. Only 1
2. Only 2 & 3
3. Only 1 & 3
4. Only 3
5. All 1,2 & 3
Option “5” is correct. All three statements are correct. Every year on May 10, the International Day of Argania or International Day of the Argan Tree is observed to promote awareness and understanding of the argan tree’s environmental importance worldwide. This holiday was established by UNESCO in 2021. In 1988, UNESCO declared the Arganeraie Biosphere Reserve, which is the endemic production area of the argan tree, as a designated area. Additionally, in 2014, UNESCO inscribed all the knowledge and know-how regarding the argan tree on the Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.
