(FEB 2023 Intl Current Aff) Mcqs Planet Flashcards
As per FAO recent database, which country ranked first in milk production across the world?
A. Brazil
B. India
C. China
D. Argentina
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Correct Answer: B. India
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According to production data of Food and Agriculture Organization Corporate Statistical Database (FAOSTAT), India ranks first in the world contributing twenty-four percent of global milk production in the year 2021-22.
A major earthquake of magnitude struck central Turkiye and northwest Syria on 6 Feb 2023, killing more than ___ people?
A. 42000
B. 44000
C. 46000
D. 52000
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Correct Answer: D. 52000
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A major earthquake of magnitude 7.8 struck central Turkiye and northwest Syria on February 6, 2023, As of 6 March 2023, more than 52,800 deaths were confirmed: more than 46,100 in Turkey, and more than 6,700 in Syria. It is the deadliest earthquake in Turkey since the 526 Antioch earthquake; deadliest in Syria since the 1822 Aleppo earthquake; deadliest worldwide since the 2010 Haiti earthquake; and the fifth-deadliest of the 21st century. It is also the deadliest natural disaster in Turkey’s modern history. Collectively, the earthquakes are estimated to have caused over US$100 billion in damages, making them the fourth-costliest earthquakes on record.
In February 2023, which country hosts Israel-Palestine talks to halt violence?
A. Turkey
B. Jordan
C. Morroco
D. USA
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Correct Answer: B. Jordan
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Jordan hosted a meeting between top Israeli and Palestinian officials on February 26, 2023 to try to halt surging violence, an official said, as Washington and its Arab allies seek to defuse tensions that have led to concern of a wider escalation. The discussions are part of stepped-up Jordanian diplomacy with Washington and Egypt to address violence, as anxiety mounts of escalation in the run-up to the holy Muslim month of Ramzan that begins in late March.
A Metallic Ball has been discovered at the centre of the inner core, in which layer of the Earth?
A. Third
B. Fourth
C. Fifth
D. Sixth
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Correct Answer: C. Fifth
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Researchers have discovered the fifth layer of the Earth by measuring seismic waves generated by earthquakes. They revealed the presence of a solid “metallic ball” at the centre of the inner core, referred to as the ‘innermost inner core’. This is expected to reveal new insights into the deepest parts of the planet’s inner core.
Which city has become the first city in the United States to ban discrimination based on caste?
A. New York
B. Vancouver
C. Seattle
D. Bellevue
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Correct Answer: C. Seattle
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Seattle has become the first city in the United States to ban discrimination based on caste. Its official: our movement has won a historic, first in-the-nation ban on caste discrimination in Seattle! tweeted Indian American council member Kshama Sawant, who introduced the legislation.
On Feb 20, 2023, which country President made a surprise trip to Kyiv before Ukraine war anniversary?
A. France
B. Australia
C. Germany
D. USA
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Correct Answer: D. USA
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US President Joe Biden on February 20, 2023 made a trip to Kyiv organized in strict secrecy, promising $500 million in fresh arms deliveries and unwavering American support ahead of the first anniversary of Russias invasion. Air raid sirens rang out across the capital at one point as Biden walked alongside Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky during what was the US presidents first visit to the country since Russian troops invaded on Feb 24, 2022.
The 59th Munich Security Conference (MSC 2023) held in:
A. Berlin
B. Munich
C. Vienna
D. Zürich
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Correct Answer: B. Munich
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The 59th Munich Security Conference (MSC 2023) took place from 17 to 19 February 2023 at the Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich.
The 59th Munich Security Conference (MSC 2023) took place from:
A. 17 to 19 Feb, 2023
B. 19 to 21 Feb, 2023
C. 23 to 26 Feb, 2023
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: A. 17 to 19 Feb, 2023
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The 59th Munich Security Conference (MSC 2023) took place from 17 to 19 February 2023 at the Hotel Bayerischer Hof in Munich. This was dominated by the ongoing Russo-Ukrainian War. Vladimir Putin and his “special military operation” were discussed by most of the speakers but he was not invited and did not attend.
On February 18, 2023, which country fired an intercontinental ballistic missile into Japan`s exclusive economic zone?
A. Germany
B. South Korea
C. China
D. North Korea
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Correct Answer: D. North Korea
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North Korea fired an intercontinental ballistic missile which landed in Japans exclusive economic zone on February 18, 2023, Seoul and Tokyo said, after Pyongyang warned of a strong response to upcoming US-South Korean military drills. Japan said North Korea fired one ICBM-class ballistic missile which flew for some 66 minutes before landing in the countrys exclusive economic zone, chief government spokesman Hirokazu Matsuno told reporters.
Which Arab country has opened an Interfaith centre first official synagogue?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. UAE
C. Oman
D. Qatar
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Correct Answer: B. UAE
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The United Arab Emirates has opened a centre housing a mosque, church and the countrys first official synagogue with the aim of promoting interfaith coexistence in the Muslim nation. The oil-rich Gulf federation, which normalised relations with Israel in 2020, is home to a small but active Jewish community that usually prays in private. With three houses of worship in the same place, the Abrahamic Family House, inaugurated in the capital Abu Dhabi, is the first of its kind. The centre will be a platform for learning and dialogue, a model of coexistence,` said its president, Mohamed Khalifa Al Mubarak.
Which country has opened a centre housing a mosque, church and the country’s first official synagogue?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. UAE
C. Turkey
D. Egypt
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Correct Answer: B. UAE
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The United Arab Emirates has opened a centre housing a mosque, church and the country`s first official synagogue with the aim of promoting interfaith coexistence in the Muslim nation. The oil-rich Gulf federation, which normalised relations with Israel in 2020, is home to a small but active Jewish community that usually prays in private.
Following the July 2022 death of Ayman Al Zawahiri, Who has become the head of Al Qaeda?
A. Abdullah Ahmed
B. Saif Al Adel
C. Omar bin Laden
D. Saeed al-Masri
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Correct Answer: B. Saif Al Adel
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Saif Al Adel, an Iran based Egyptian, has become the head of Al Qaeda following the July 2022 death of Ayman Al Zawahiri, the US State Department said. Our assessment aligns with that of the UN that Al Qaedas new de facto leader Saif Al Adel is based in Iran, a state department spokesperson said. Irans Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian responded by denouncing Washington for publishing misinformation about the leader of Al Qaeda, and dismissing the link to his country as laughable.
Which is the first European country to approved a law granting menstrual leave?
A. France
B. Ecuador
C. Italy
D. Spain
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Correct Answer: D. Spain
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Spains parliament approved on February 16, 2023 a law granting paid medical leave to women suffering severe period pain, becoming the first European country to advance such legislation. The law, which passed by 185 votes in favour to 154 against, is aimed at breaking a taboo on the subject, Spains left-wing government has said. Menstrual leave is currently offered only in a small number of countries across the globe, such as Japan, Indonesia and Zambia.
On February 16, 2023, which country unveiled a new disruptive technology strike force?
A. China
B. Russia
C. USA
D. Australia
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Correct Answer: C. USA
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A top US law enforcement official on February 16, 2023 unveiled a new disruptive technology strike force tasked with safeguarding American technology from foreign adversaries and other national security threats. Deputy Attorney General Lisa Monaco, the No. 2 official at the US Justice Department, announced the new strike force at a speech in London at Chatham House.
Who is the current Prime Minister of Moldova?
A. Sanna Marin
B. Igor Dodon
C. Dorin Recean
D. Maia Sandu
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Correct Answer: C. Dorin Recean
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Currently, the President of Moldova is Maia Sandu, while the Prime Minister of Moldova is Dorin Recean. The current ruling cabinet of Moldova is the cabinet of Dorin Recean, incumbent since 16 February 2023.
A. Germany
B. Russia
C. Israel
D. USA
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Correct Answer: C. Israel
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An Israeli firm sought to influence more than 30 elections around the world for clients by hacking, sabotage and spreading disinformation, according to an undercover media investigation published on February 15, 2023. It adds to a growing body of evidence that shadowy private firms across the world are profiting from invasive hacking tools and the power of social media platforms to manipulate public opinion. The firm was dubbed Team Jorge by investigating journalists who posed as potential clients in order to gather information on its methods and capabilities.
Which is the first country in South Asia to have National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP)?
A. India
B. Pakistan
C. Nepal
D. Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: B. Pakistan
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Pakistan, in collaboration with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), launched its first National Action Plan on Business and Human Rights (NAP) in December 2021, becoming the first country in South Asia to have this policy. akistan is now helping other countries to learn from its experience. In this regard, the human rights ministry held a session earlier this week for government officials from Nepal, which is currently drafting its own NAP.
What is the theme of the ‘World Pulses Day’ 2023?
A. Pulses for a Sustainable Future
B. Pulses for Malnutrition
C. Pulses for a Healthier Future
D. Pulses for a Scalable Future
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Correct Answer: A. Pulses for a Sustainable Future
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‘World Pulses Day’ is observed on February 10 to raise global awareness about the importance of pulses as a stable global food source that delivers nutritional and environmental security across the world. The theme for World Pulses Day 2023 is ‘Pulses for a Sustainable Future’.
Which country to remove Chinese-made cameras from defence sites?
A. South Korea
B. Taiwan
C. Japan
D. Australia
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Correct Answer: D. Australia
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Australias defence department will strip its buildings of Chinese-made security cameras to ensure they are completely secure`, the government said on February 09, 2023. It follows similar moves in the United States and Britain, which have taken measures to stop government departments installing Chinese-made cameras at sensitive sites.
Recently which country revealed an underground Air Force base “Eagle44”?
A. Iraq
B. Iran
C. Russia
D. China
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Correct Answer: B. Iran
Pakistan sent more than ____ tonnes of relief goods on Feb 8, 2023 to Turkiye and Syria after a powerful earthquake hit the two countries.
A. 19 tonnes
B. 21 tonnes
C. 23 tonnes
D. 25 tonnes
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Correct Answer: B. 21 tonnes
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Pakistan sent more than 21 tonnes of relief goods on February 8, 2023 to Turkiye and Syria after a powerful earthquake hit the two countries earlier this week, killing thousands. The goods were transported on behalf of the National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA) via two special flights of the Pakistan International Airlines, a spokesperson for the airline said in a statement.
Iran on 7 February 2023 revealed an underground air force base, called?
A. Eagle 44
B. Eagle 45
C. Eagle 46
D. Eagle 40
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Correct Answer: A. Eagle 44
Detail+
The official IRNA news agency said Iran on Tuesday, 7 Feb 2023 revealed an underground air force base, called “Eagle 44” and the first of its kind large enough to house fighter jets. Also IRNA said it was one of the country’s most important air force bases, built deep underground, housing fighters equipped with long-range cruise missiles.
On 6 Feb 2023, Turkiye, Syria along with which other countries also felt an earthquake?
A. Labenon
B. Cyprus
C. Both A & B
D. None of these
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Correct Answer: C. Both A & B
A Devastating Earthquake in Turkiye and Syria Observed on?
A. 5 February 2023
B. 6 February 2023
C. 3 February 2023
D. 4 February 2023
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Correct Answer: B. 6 February 2023
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A major earthquake of magnitude 7.8 struck central Turkiye and northwest Syria on Monday, killing more than 500 people and injuring hundreds as buildings collapsed across the region, triggering searches for survivors in the rubble. The quake, which hit in the early darkness of a winter morning, was also felt in Cyprus and Lebanon.
