(MARCH 2023 Intl Current Aff) Mcqs Planet

Question 1

Who is the first Muslim Prime Minister of Scotland?
A. Aamer Anwar
B. Furheen Ashrif
C. Anas Sarwar
D. Humza Yousaf

Answer 1

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Correct Answer: D. Humza Yousaf

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Scotland’s parliament on 28 March 2023, confirmed Humza Yousaf will replace Nicola Sturgeon as first minister, the devolved nation’s youngest and the first Muslim leader of a government in western Europe. Yousaf, 37, narrowly won a Scottish National Party (SNP) leadership battle on Monday to clinch the top job, vowing to rejuvenate the stalled pursuit of independence for Scotland.

Question 2

Who has been named Western Europe’s first Muslim head of govt?
A. Aamer Anwar
B. Furheen Ashrif
C. Anas Sarwar
D. Humza Yousaf

Answer 2

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Correct Answer: D. Humza Yousaf

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Scotland’s parliament on 28 March 2023, confirmed Humza Yousaf will replace Nicola Sturgeon as first minister, the devolved nation’s youngest and the first Muslim leader of a government in western Europe. Yousaf, 37, narrowly won a Scottish National Party (SNP) leadership battle on Monday to clinch the top job, vowing to rejuvenate the stalled pursuit of independence for Scotland.

Question 3

Who is the current Prime Minister of Scotland?
A. Angus Robertson
B. Humza Yousaf
C. Alex Salmond
D. Nicola Sturgeon

Answer 3

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Correct Answer: B. Humza Yousaf

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The office is held by Humza Yousaf of the Scottish National Party since 29 March 2023, following the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon. Yousaf was elected as the nominee by the Scottish Parliament on 28 March 2023.

Question 4

On March 26, 2023, UAE and ______ signed a free trade pact into effect.
A. Belgium
B. Iran
C. Turkiye
D. Israel

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Correct Answer: D. Israel

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Israel and the United Arab Emirates on March 26, 2023, signed a free trade pact into effect, reducing or removing tariffs on about 96 percent of goods traded between the nations, Israel`s Foreign Ministry said. The countries first reached the agreement last May, promising to boost bilateral trade after they normalized ties in 2020 in a US-brokered deal. The deal will also allow Israeli companies to gain access to government tenders in the UAE, the ministry said

Question 5

In March 2023, China and _____ establish diplomatic relations.
A. Honduras
B. Belize
C. Ecuador
D. Costa Rica

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Correct Answer: A. Honduras

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China and Honduras began formal diplomatic relations on March 26, 2023, with Taiwan accusing Beijing of using coercion and intimidation to lure away its few remaining allies. China`s announcement of the move came shortly after Tegucigalpa said it had officially severed ties with Taipei.

Question 6

LVM3 is the largest rocket of which country?
A. India
B. Bangladesh
C. Israel
D. Ukraine

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Correct Answer: A. India

Detail About MCQs+
The Launch Vehicle Mark-3 (LVM3), previously referred as the Geosynchronous Satellite Launch Vehicle Mark III (GSLV Mk3), is a three-stage medium-lift launch vehicle developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). The Indian space agency has announced that its largest rocket LVM3 will be launched on March 26 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota.

Question 7

Which country announced that it would provide Ukraine with armour-piercing rounds containing depleted uranium?
A. USA
B UK
C. India
D. Australia

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Correct Answer: B UK

Detail About MCQs+
Depleted uranium is the by-product obtained during the creation of enriched uranium, which is used in nuclear weapons and nuclear reactors. The British government recently announced that it would provide Ukraine with armor-piercing rounds containing depleted uranium.

Question 8

On March 24, 2023, which country ban Tiktok and Netflix from all government-issued mobile devices?
A. UK
B. France
C. Germany
D. Netherlands

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Correct Answer: B. France

Detail About MCQs+
On March 24, France banned the installation and use of “recreational” applications, including the Chinese social network TikTok and the American streaming platform Netflix on the work phones of the country’s 2.5 million state civil servants. The ban, which was notified through a “binding” instruction, immediately took effect and does not apply to the personal phones of state employees.

Question 9

UN 2023 Water Conference is to be held in:
A. Berlin, Germany
B. New York, USA
C. London, UK
D. Dubai, UAE

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Correct Answer: B. New York, USA

Detail About MCQs+
Billions of people worldwide still live without safely managing to drink water and sanitation, even though access to both services has long been defined as a human right. Water and poverty are closely linked. Without water, there is no development, and without development, it is impossible to eradicate poverty. The UN 2023 Water Conference is expected to adopt the Water Action Agenda as a main outcome representing voluntary commitments of countries and stakeholders to meet global water-related goals and targets. The Conference will open on 22 March, World Water Day 2023.

Question 10

UN 2023 Water Conference is to be held on:
A. 20 – 22 March 2023
B. 20 – 24 March 2023
C. 22 – 24 March 2023
D. 23 – 25 March 2023

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Correct Answer: C. 22 – 24 March 2023

Detail About MCQs+
Billions of people worldwide still live without safely managing to drink water and sanitation, even though access to both services has long been defined as a human right. Water and poverty are closely linked. Without water, there is no development, and without development, it is impossible to eradicate poverty. The UN 2023 Water Conference is expected to adopt the Water Action Agenda as a main outcome representing voluntary commitments of countries and stakeholders to meet global water-related goals and targets. The Conference will open on 22 March, World Water Day 2023.

Question 11

Which country has launched ‘Love Better Campaign’ to help teenagers recover from breakups?
A. USA
B New Zealand
C. UK
D. Singapore

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Correct Answer: B New Zealand

Detail About MCQs+
The New Zealand Government launched Love Better Campaign to help teenagers recover from breakups. It specifically targets Gen Z. The campaign will receive USD 4 million over three years from the Ministry of Social Development to help teens recover from breakups and minimize harm in their relationships.

Question 12

Who is the current CEO of Tiktok?
A. Kevin Systrom
B. Zhong Shanshan
C. Zhang Yiming
D. Shou Zi Chew

Answer 12

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Correct Answer: D. Shou Zi Chew

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Shou Zi Chew is a Singaporean businessman and entrepreneur who has served as chief executive officer of TikTok since 2021. TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew faced relentless questioning from combative US lawmakers on both sides of the political aisle on March 23, 2023, over the video-sharing app`s alleged ties to China and its danger to teens. The 40-year-old Singaporean suffered unusually intense grilling by both Republicans and Democrats who fear that Beijing could subvert the site for spying, data harvesting and to secretly defend a Chinese Communist Party agenda.

Question 13

Russia and China signed a declaration of key areas of economic cooperation to?
A. 2025
B. 2030
C. 2028
D. 2035

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Correct Answer: B. 2030

Question 14

‘Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis’ is the theme of which international day in 2023?
A. World Water Day
B. World Health Day
C. World River Day
D. Earth Day

Answer 14

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Correct Answer: A. World Water Day

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World Water Day is observed on March 22 each year to emphasize the significance of water and to create awareness about the global water crisis. The primary purpose of celebrating this day is to promote the achievement of SDG 6, which aims to provide access to clean water and sanitation for everyone by 2030. The focus of World Water Day 2023 is on the theme of ‘Accelerating the change to solve the water and sanitation crisis,’ underlining the vital importance of taking decisive action to address the global water crisis.

Question 15

World Water Day is observed every on:
A. 16 March
B. 18 March
C. 20 March
D. 22 March

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Correct Answer: D. 22 March

Detail About MCQs+
World Water Day is an annual United Nations observance day held on 22 March that highlights the importance of fresh water. The day is used to advocate for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.

Question 16

On 21 March 2023, a magnitude _____ earthquake struck Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan.
A. 6.1
B. 6.3
C. 6.5
D. 6.8

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Correct Answer: C. 6.5

Detail About MCQs+
On 21 March 2023, a magnitude 6.5 earthquake struck Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan, with an intermediate depth of approximately 187 km (116 mi). The epicenter of the earthquake was 40 km (25 mi) south-southeast of Jurm.

Question 17

Who makes history by becoming first hijab-wearing judge in US court?
A. Nadia Kahf
B. Huma Waleed
C. Maryam Hafeez
D. Arooba Naz

Answer 17

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Correct Answer: A. Nadia Kahf

Detail About MCQs+
Nadia Kahf, a Wayne-based family law and immigration lawyer, finally got her chance to serve as a state Superior Court judge in Passaic County, United States (US), after waiting a year, reported Muslim Mirror. Kahf took an oath on Tuesday, March 21, by placing her hand on the Holy Quran she received from her grandmother after being nominated for her new post in New Jersey.

Question 18

What is the theme of the International Day of Happiness 2023?
A. Happiness as a way of living, being
B. Give and spread happiness to others
C. Be Mindful, Be Grateful, Be Kind
D. None of these

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Correct Answer: C. Be Mindful, Be Grateful, Be Kind

Detail About MCQs+
The International Day of Happiness is celebrated throughout the world on 20 March. It was established by the United Nations General Assembly on 28 June 2012. This year the theme of Day is “Be Mindful, Be Grateful, Be Kind.”

Question 19

Which countries faced a powerful Earthquake on 18 March 2023?
A. Russia
B. Ecuador
C. Myanmar
D. None of these

Answer 19

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Correct Answer: B. Ecuador

Question 20

Which became the first US state to ban the use of abortion pills?
A. Wyoming
B. Los Vegas
C. Los Angles
D. California

Answer 20

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Correct Answer: A. Wyoming

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Wyoming on March 18, 2023, became the first US state to ban the use of abortion pills, the latest salvo in a campaign by conservative-led states to roll back access to abortion. After signing the ban on abortion pills, Wyoming Governor Mark Gordon appealed to legislators to act further by proposing a total ban on abortion be added to the state constitution and then putting it before voters for approval.

Question 21

Which country launched Falcon LLM, a large language model (LLM) with 40 billion parameters?
A. UAE
B. Israel
C. Japan
D. China

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Correct Answer: A. UAE

Detail About MCQs+
Technology Innovation Institute, Abudhabi, UAE has launched Falcon LLM, a large language model (LLM) with 40 billion parameters.
The model outperforms GPT-3 and requires only 75% of its training compute, as well as lower percentages of other large language models’ training compute. The UAE is aligned with the UAE’s National AI Strategy, which aims to make the country a leader in the knowledge economy, driving progress and prosperity.

Question 22

On 17 March 2023, International Criminal Court announced an arrest warrant for which country President?
A. Ukraine
B. Iran
C. Israel
D. Russia

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Correct Answer: D. Russia

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The International Criminal Court on March 17, 2023, announced an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin on the war crime accusation of unlawfully deporting Ukrainian children.

Question 23

When ICC issues war crimes arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin?
A. March 15, 2023
B. March 17, 2023
C. March 19, 2023
D. March 21, 2023

Answer 23

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Correct Answer: B. March 17, 2023

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The International Criminal Court on March 17, 2023, announced an arrest warrant for Russian President Vladimir Putin on the war crime accusation of unlawfully deporting Ukrainian children. The Hague-based ICC said it had also issued a warrant against Maria Lvova-Belova, Russias presidential commissioner for childrens rights, on similar charges. The Kremlin dismissed the orders as void. Russia is not a party to the ICC so it was unclear if or how Putin could ever be extradited.

Question 24

On March 16, 2023, which country announced to ban Tiktok from all government-issued mobile devices?
A. UK
B. France
C. Germany
D. Netherlands

Answer 24

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Correct Answer: A. UK

Detail About MCQs+
On March 16, Oliver Dowden, the UK Secretary of State in the Cabinet Office, announced in a statement to the UK’s House of Commons an immediate ban of the app on government official devices. Although the UK was one the first countries to ban the use of other Chinese-owned technology such as Huawei, critics flagged the delay in banning TikTok compared to allies.

Question 25

Mustatils are stone structures that have been recorded in which country?
A. UK
B. Saudi Arabia
C. China
D. Japan

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Correct Answer: B. Saudi Arabia

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Mustatils are monumental stone structures made of sandstone walls that have been recorded in Saudi Arabia since the 1970s. Recent excavations at the town of Al Ula revealed that these prehistoric structures were used for ritualistic purposes.

Question 26

Silicon Valley Bank, which was shut down recently, is based in which country?
A. Russia
B. Ukraine
C. USA
D. UK

Answer 26

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Correct Answer: C. USA

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The US regulators have shut down Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) and taken control of its customer deposits in the largest failure of a US bank since 2008.
The firm, which was a key tech lender, was scrambling to raise money to plug a loss from the sale of assets affected by higher interest rates. Silicon Valley Bank faced inadequate liquidity and insolvency.

Question 27

North Korea fired a long-range ballistic missile as South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol headed to Tokyo for a summit o boost ties in the face of Pyongyang’s growing aggression on?
A. 13 March 2023
B. 14 March 2023
C. 15 March 2023
D. 16 March 2023

Answer 27

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Correct Answer: D. 16 March 2023

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North Korea fired a long-range ballistic missile as South Korean president Yoon Suk Yeol headed to Tokyo for a summit o boost ties in the face of Pyongyang’s growing aggression on 16 March 2023. The missile was fired on a lofted trajectory — up instead of out, typically done to avoid overflying neighbouring countries — and flew some 1,000 kilometres (620 miles), the JCS added.

Question 28

Which country fired a “long-range ballistic missile” when South Korean President heads to Tokyo for a summit?
A. Russia
B. Japan
C. North Korea
D. South Korea

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Correct Answer: C. North Korea

Question 29

A Russian SU-27 fighter jet crashed into a US Reaper drone in international airspace on?
A. 10 March 2023
B. 12 March 2023
C. 14 March 2023
D. 15 March 2023

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Correct Answer: C. 14 March 2023

Question 30

A Russian SU-27 fighter jet crashed into a US Reaper drone in international airspace above the?
A. Dead Sea
B. Black Sea
C. Caspian Sea
D. White Sea

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Correct Answer: B. Black Sea

Question 31

NASA’s SpaceX’s four-member international crew returned to Earth after spending over ____ months in space?
A. 3 Months
B. 4 Months
C. 5 Months
D. 6 Months

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Correct Answer: C. 5 Months

Question 32

NASA SpaceX’s four-member international crew successfully returned to Earth from Space on?
A. 12 March 2023
B. 13 March 2023
C. 14 March 2023
D. None of these

Answer 32

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Correct Answer: A. 12 March 2023

Question 33

‘Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023’ is associated with which country?
A. USA
B. Japan
C. Canada
D. New Zealand

Answer 33

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Correct Answer: A. USA

Detail About MCQs+
The Eliminating Backlogs Act of 2023, a bipartisan bill was introduced in the US House of Representatives. It aims to effectively utilize the employment-based visas allocated each year under existing federal immigration law. The legislation seeks to put an end to the country-based discrimination in high-skilled immigration and ensure that visas allocated under the law are properly used.

Question 34

Which film won seven awards during the Oscars 2023 event?
A. Everything Everywhere All at Once
B. Elvis
C. Tar
D. Top Gun: Maverick

Answer 34

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Correct Answer: A. Everything Everywhere All at Once

Detail About MCQs+
The science fiction comedy, ‘Everything Everywhere All at Once’ dominated the Oscars, by winning seven awards. At the 95th Academy Awards, the film received seven awards, which included the Best Picture award, best actress, best director, best supporting actor, best supporting actress, best editing and best original screenplay. Michelle Yeoh has become only the second woman of colour to win the best actress Oscar after 2002.

Question 35

On 11 March 2023, the launch attempt of the world`s first 3D printed rocket was postponed, Named?
A. Electron
B. Saturn V
C. Falcon 9
D. Terran 1

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Correct Answer: D. Terran 1

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Terran 1 is an expendable two-stage small-lift launch vehicle developed by Relativity Space since 2017. Unique to Relativity, most structures and components in the vehicle are manufactured with 3D printing processes.

Question 36

Who is the current Premier of China?
A. Li Keqiang
B. Li Qiang
C. Zhao Leji
D. Han Zheng

Answer 36

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Correct Answer: B. Li Qiang

Detail About MCQs+
Li Qiang, the former Communist Party chief of Shanghai, took office on March 11, 2023 as Chinas premier, the countrys No 2 post, putting the close ally of President Xi Jinping in charge of reviving an economy battered by three years of Covid-19 curbs. Widely perceived to be pragmatic and business-friendly, the 63-year-old Li faces the daunting task of shoring up China`s uneven recovery amid global headwinds and weak confidence among consumers and the private sector.

Question 37

Who brokered the deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran to normalize diplomatic relation?
A. Pakistan
B. Turkey
C. China
D. UAE

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Correct Answer: C. China

Detail About MCQs+
THE China-brokered deal between Saudi Arabia and Iran to normalise diplomatic relations has been widely hailed, with global leaders and international media calling it a positive development. While talking to reporters, US President Joe Biden on March 10, 2023 said, `Better relations between Israel and their Arab neighbours are better for everybody.

Question 38

Regional powerhouses Iran and _____ agreed on March 10, 2023 to restore ties and reopen diplomatic missions.
A. Turkey
B. Saudi Arabia
C. China
D. Qatar

Answer 38

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Correct Answer: B. Saudi Arabia

Detail About MCQs+
Regional powerhouses Iran and Saudi Arabia agreed on March 10, 2023 to restore ties and reopen diplomatic missions in a surprise, Chinese-brokered announcement that could have wide-ranging implications across the Middle East. In a trilateral statement, Tehran and Riyadh said they would reopen embassies and missions within two months and implement security and economic cooperation deals signed more than 20 years ago.

Question 39

Which the first country in the world to open Undersea graveyard for carbon dioxide (CO2)?
A. Sweden
B. Finland
C. Denmark
D. Japan

Answer 39

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Correct Answer: C. Denmark

Detail About MCQs+
Denmark inaugurated a project to store carbon dioxide 1,800 metres beneath the North Sea, becoming the first country in the world to bury CO2 imported from abroad. Today we opened a new chapter for the North Sea, a green chapter, Denmark`s Crown Prince Frederik said at the inauguration ceremony in the town of Esbjerg in the west of Denmark.

Question 40

Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) is a joint project between USA and which country?
A. India
B. Germany
C. Japan
D. France

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Correct Answer: B. Germany

Detail About MCQs+
The Stratospheric Observatory for Infrared Astronomy (SOFIA) was a telescope mounted on a Boeing 747 SP aircraft that used infrared light to observe the universe. It is a joint effort between NASA and the German Aerospace Center and was cancelled in 2022 due to its high cost and inadequate scientific output. For the first time, Oxygen-18 was detected in Earth’s mesosphere and lower-thermosphere using the data collected by the GREAT instrument on SOFIA observatory. This is the first time that the heavy oxygen has been detected outside a laboratory.

Question 41

Xi secured third term as president of China on:
A. March 10, 2023
B. March 12, 2023
C. March 14, 2023
D. March 16, 2023

Answer 41

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Correct Answer: A. March 10, 2023

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Xi secured a precedent breaking third term as president of China on March 10, 2023 during a parliamentary session in which he tightened his control of the worlds second-largest economy as it emerges from a Covid slump and diplomatic challenges mount. Nearly 3,000 members of Chinas parliament, the National People`s Congress (NPC), voted unanimously in the Great Hall of the People for the 69-year-old in an election after Xi locked in another five years as head of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) in October.

Question 42

Chitwan National Park is the first-ever national park of which country?
A. Bangladesh
B. Nepal
C. Sri Lanka
D. Myanmar

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Correct Answer: B. Nepal

Detail About MCQs+
Chitwan National Park is the first-ever national park set up in Nepal. It was founded in 1973 as the Royal Chitwan National Park. It became a World Heritage Site in 1984. Threats such as illegal fishing and sand mining are causing major threats to the mugger crocodile of the Rapti River that flows along the Chitwan National Park (CNP).

Question 43

Which country next-generation H3 rocket failed after liftoff on March 7, 2023?
A. Germany
B. South Korea
C. Japan
D. India

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Correct Answer: C. Japan

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Japans second attempt to launch its next-generation H3 rocket failed after liftoff on March 7, 2023, with the spacecraft forced to self-destruct after the command centre concluded the mission could not succeed. The failure is a blow for Japans space agency JAXA, which has billed the rocket as a flexible and cost-effective new flagship. Its launch had already been delayed by several years, and then a first attempt last month failed when the solid rocket boosters did not ignite.

Question 44

On March 7, 2023, US Defence Secretary making an unannounced trip to Iraq nearly 20 years?
A. Antony Blinken
B. Lloyd Austin
C. Mark Milley
D. Jake Sullivan

Answer 44

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Correct Answer: B. Lloyd Austin

Detail About MCQs+
US Defence Secretary Lloyd Austin, making an unannounced trip to Iraq on March 7, 2023 nearly 20 years after the US-led invasion that toppled Saddam Hussein, said Washington was committed to keeping its military presence in the country. The 2003 invasion led to the deaths of tens of thousands of Iraqi civilians and created instability that eventually paved the way for the rise of Islamic State militants after the US withdrew its forces in 2011.

Question 45

How many least developed countries take part in the 5th UN Conference on LDCs?
A. 40
B. 43
C. 46
D. 49

Answer 45

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Correct Answer: C. 46

Detail About MCQs+
The 46 least developed countries (LDCs) comprise about 14% of the global population. They are some of the poorest and most vulnerable economies in the world. They account for only 1.3% of global gross domestic product, receive just 1.4% of total foreign direct investment and trade under 1% of world merchandise exports. LDCs are the battleground on which the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development will be won or lost.

Question 46

The 5th UN Conference on Least Developed Countries (LDC5) will take place from:
A. 2 to 5 March 2023
B. 5 to 9 March 2023
C. 9 to 12 March 2023
D. 15 to 19 March 2023

Answer 46

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Correct Answer: B. 5 to 9 March 2023

Detail About MCQs+
The 5th UN Conference on Least Developed Countries (LDC5) will take place in Doha, Qatar, from 5 to 9 March 2023. It aims to mobilize international community’s commitments towards the implementation of the Doha Programme of Action for the LDCs (2022-2031) adopted by the UN General Assembly in April 2022. It will offer the opportunity for a renewed partnership between LDCs and their development partners to overcome structural challenges, eradicate poverty, achieve internationally agreed development goals and enable graduation from the LDC category.

Question 47

The 5th UN Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDC5) will be held in:
A. Dubai, UAE
B. Doha, Qatar
C. Paris, France
D. Berlin, Germany

Answer 47

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Correct Answer: B. Doha, Qatar

Detail About MCQs+
The 5th UN Conference on Least Developed Countries (LDC5) will take place in Doha, Qatar, from 5 to 9 March 2023. It aims to mobilize international community’s commitments towards the implementation of the Doha Programme of Action for the LDCs (2022-2031) adopted by the UN General Assembly in April 2022.

Question 48

Which country has claimed to have discovered around 8.5 million metric tons of lithium ore?
A. Australia
B. Iran
C. Israel
D. UAE

Answer 48

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Correct Answer: B. Iran

Detail About MCQs+
Iran has claimed to have discovered a lithium deposit in the western province of Hamedan. It is found to contain around 8.5 million metric tons of lithium ore. Lithium is a soft, silver-white metal belonging to the alkali metal group of elements. It is highly reactive and flammable, and it is stored in mineral oil or other liquids to prevent it from reacting with moisture or air. It is commonly used in rechargeable batteries for electronic devices and EVs.

Question 49

When was In the capital city of Bangladesh, a massive “earthquake-like” explosion happened at a seven-story building?
A. 5 March 2023
B. 6 March 2023
C. 7 March 2023
D. 8 March 2023

Answer 49

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Correct Answer: C. 7 March 2023

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In the capital city of Bangladesh, a massive “earthquake-like” explosion at a seven-story building on 7 March 2023, left at least 17 people dead, including two women, and over 100 others injured, according to police and locals. A Citizen of that area stated that the explosion’s cause was unknown and warned that the death toll would increase as long as rescue efforts persisted.

Question 50

On March 7, 2023, which country unveiled controversial plans to stop migrants crossing the Channel illegally on small boats?
A. UK
B. USA
C. Australia
D. Canada

Answer 50

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Correct Answer: A. UK

Detail About MCQs+
The UK government on March 7, 2023 unveiled controversial plans to stop migrants crossing the Channel illegally on small boats, acknowledging it is stretching international law amid an outcry from rights campaigners. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak said the plan would take back control of our borders once and for all reprising a popular pledge from campaigners like him who backed Britain`s Brexit divorce from the European Union (EU).

Question 51

In March 2023, Global AML index places Pakistan in the _____ risk category.
A. Low
B. Medium
C. High
D. Alert

Answer 51

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Correct Answer: B. Medium

Detail About MCQs+
Following Pakistans exit from the Financial Action Task Forces (FATF) grey list, a global body of banking supervisory authorities has acknowledged the progress made by the country in the overall regulation of the financial affairs slightly lowering the risk score of the country. Pakistans overall ML/TF [money laundering and terrorist financing] risk score in the Basel AML Index (Public Edition) is 6.16. This places it in the medium-risk category compared to other global jurisdictions.

Question 52

The Fifth United Nations (UN) Conference on the Least Developed Countries will be held from?
A. March 5-8, 2023
B. March 5-9, 2023
C. March 5-10, 2023
D. March 5-7, 2023

Answer 52

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Correct Answer: B. March 5-9, 2023

Question 53

The fifth United Nations (UN) Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), which will held in ___ in march 2023
A. Al Waab
B. Doha
C. The Pearl
D. None of these

Answer 53

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Correct Answer: B. Doha

Detail about Mcqs+
The fifth United Nations (UN) Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDCs), which will be held in Doha in march 2023. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif will participate in the fifth United Nations (UN) Conference on the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) which is being held in Doha, Qatar this year. At the meeting, leaders will mobilise additional international support measures, acting in favour of LDCs. They will agree on a renewed partnership between LDCs and their development partners.

Question 54

Which organization released the ‘Women, Business and the Law Index’?
A. World Bank
B. World Economic Forum
C. International Monetary Fund
D. Asian Development Bank

Answer 54

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Correct Answer: A. World Bank

Detail About MCQs+
According to the recently released Women, Business and the Law Index by the World Bank, although most countries have implemented laws to ensure gender equality, there is still a significant gap between men and women in terms of legal rights and provisions.

Question 55

Which country celebrated its Liberation Day on March 3, to mark its freedom from Ottoman rule?
A. Israel
B. Bulgaria
C. Ukraine
D. Turkey

Answer 55

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Correct Answer: B. Bulgaria

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Bulgaria celebrates its Liberation Day on March 3 each year. The day marks Bulgaria’s freedom from Ottoman rule after almost five centuries.
The day is observed to honor the Bulgarian volunteers who fought alongside Russian and Romanian soldiers in the Russo-Turkish War of 1877-1878 to free their country from Ottoman oppression.

Question 56

Yellowstone National Park is located in which country?
A. USA
B. UK
C. Australia
D. France

Answer 56

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Correct Answer: A. USA

Detail About MCQs+
Yellowstone National Park in the United States recently celebrated its 151st anniversary. It is known as the first national park in the world.
The park, spanning over 9,000 sq km, was established by the US Congress in 1872 was established after the displacement of Native American communities who had been hunting and gathering in the area for over 11,000 years before the government took over.

Question 57

S-400 Triumf missile system is developed by which country?
A. USA
B. Russia
C. Israel
D. France

Answer 57

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Correct Answer: B. Russia

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The S-400 Triumf is a surface-to-air missile system that was developed in Russia in the 1990s as an upgrade to the S-300 family. The system was first put into service on April 2007. The S-400 Triumf has advanced features such as a long-range, high-altitude interception capability, and the ability to track multiple targets simultaneously.

Question 58

Which tennis player broke the Steffi Graf’s record of leading the WTA rank for 377 weeks?
A. Rafael Nadal
B. Serena Williams
C. Novak Djokovic
D. Iga Swiatek

Answer 58

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Correct Answer: C. Novak Djokovic

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Djokovic has defeated Tomas Machac at the Dubai Championships extending their winning streak to 18 matches. The 35-year-old Serb broke the record for the most time a man or woman spent at No. 1 in the professional tennis rankings. His 378th week in the ATP’s top spot, surpassed Steffi Graf’s 377 leading the WTA.

Question 59

Which country is the host of the international multilateral air exercise ‘Exercise Desert Flag VIII’?
A. UK
B. UAE
C. Japan
D. Sri Lanka

Answer 59

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Correct Answer: B. UAE

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It is hosted by the UAE, which will see participation from the air forces of the UAE, France, Kuwait, Australia, the UK, Bahrain, Morocco, Spain, Republic of Korea, and the US.

Question 60

As per IMF, which country has the potential to contribute 15 per cent of the global growth in 2023?
A. China
B. India
C. Brazil
D. France

Answer 60

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Correct Answer: B. India

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As per the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva, India has the potential to contribute 15 per cent of the global growth in 2023. On the sidelines of the G20 meeting in Bengaluru, the IMF chief also said that India should completely focus on structural reforms, and make more opportunities for women.