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- Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Ranking: Asia 2024 released in November 2023?
A) India has 118 universities in 2023 ranking and holds the highest representation in Asia’s higher education system, surpassing China (133) and Japan (96).
B) Peking University, Beijing, China has retained the 1st position in the QS Asia Ranking 2024.
C) Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) in Mumbai, Maharashtra grabbed the top spot in India with 40th position in the Asia Ranking.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & CAnswer-5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
On November 8, 2023, the QS (Quacquarelli Symonds) World University Ranking: Asia 2024 was released, showcasing 148 Indian universities which is 30 more than the last edition. With this, India now holds the highest representation in Asia’s higher education system, surpassing China (133) and Japan (96).
India has 118 universities in 2023 ranking.
This is the 16th edition of the QS World University Ranking in this category.
i. Peking University, Beijing, China has retained the 1st position in the QS Asia Ranking 2024, while, Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IITB) in Mumbai, Maharashtra grabbed the top spot in India with 40th position in the Asia Ranking. - As per the Inclusiveness Index published by the Othering and Belonging Institute (OBI) in November 2023, India was ranked __________ out of 129 countries in the Index, while _________ (country) tops the Index for the second consecutive year.
1) 120th; Portugal
2) 117th; New Zealand
3) 120th; Netherlands
4) 117th; Portugal
5) 110th; New ZealandAnswer-2) 117th; New Zealand
Explanation:
According to the Inclusiveness Index published by the Othering and Belonging Institute (OBI) at California University, United States of America(USA), India was ranked 117th out of 129 countries with an overall score of 49.24.
i. India was ranked 129th in religion inclusiveness, 121st in gender, 108th in disability, 87th in race, 40th in the general population, and 39th in LGBTQ+ (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer or questioning, Intersex, Asexual).
ii. The index was topped by New Zealand for the second consecutive year with an overall score of 82.08.
It is followed by 2nd place Portugal (77.6), and the Netherlands (76.98) in 3rd place. - Which Organization has recently (in Nov ‘23) unveiled a new Operational framework for building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems to tackle the challenges posed by a rapidly changing climate?
1) United Nations Environment Programme
2) United Nations Development Programme
3) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
4) World Health Organization
5) United Nations Children’s FundAnswer-4) World Health Organization
Explanation:
The World Health Organization (WHO) unveiled a new Operational framework for building climate-resilient and low-carbon health systems to tackle the challenges posed by a rapidly changing climate.
The Framework is designed to enhance health systems’ resilience while reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to help safeguard health communities worldwide.
It aims to contribute to the design of transformative health systems that can provide safe and quality care in a changing climate.
Note: The Framework was unveiled ahead of the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP 28) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) scheduled from 30 November to 12 December 2023 in Dubai, the United Arab Emirates (UAE). - Name the bank/organisation, along with Global Environment Facility (GEF) has recently (in Nov ‘23) to introduce the Natural Capital Fund (NCF), a concessional fund.
1) World Bank
2) International Monetary Fund
3) United Nations Development Programme
4) Asian Development Bank
5) Asian Infrastructure Investment BankAnswer-4) Asian Development Bank
Explanation:
On November 10, 2023, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) and the Global Environment Facility (GEF) jointly introduced the Natural Capital Fund (NCF), a concessional fund aimed at backing projects in ADB’s developing member countries (DMCs).
i. The GEF has committed a USD15 million investment to support the NCF’s initiatives focused on improving food security and safeguarding natural capital.
ii. The announcement for the same was made during the Asia-Pacific Natural Capital Forum held on 7–9 November 2023, co-hosted by ADB and Stanford University’s Natural Capital Project. - In November 2023, Moody’s Investors Service (MIS) retained India’s economic growth projection at __________ for financial year 2023-24 (FY23-24).
1) 6.5%
2) 6.2%
3) 6.4%
4) 6.0%
5) 6.7%Answer-5) 6.7%
Explanation:
Global credit rating agency Moody’s Investors Service (MIS) has retained India’s economic growth projection at 6.7% for financial year 2023-24 (FY23-24) in its “Global Macro Outlook 2024-25 (November 2023 Update)”.
i. The report also projected India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) to grow at 6.1% in FY24-25 and 6.3% in FY25-26.
ii. This is slightly higher than the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)‘s projection of 6.5% for 2023-24.
iii. India’s GDP grew by 7.8% in the first quarter(Q1) of FY 23-24, up from 6.1% in the fourth quarter(Q4) of FY 22-23. - Which company has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed a contract with Airbus to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility for the A-320 family of aircraft ?
1) Mahindra Aerospace Pvt Ltd
2) Bharat Dynamics Ltd
3) Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd
4) Bharat Electronics Ltd
5) Merlinhawk Aerospace Pvt LtdAnswer-3) Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd
Explanation:
On November 9, 2023, Hindustan Aeronautics Ltd (HAL) and Airbus, the largest European aircraft manufacturer, signed a contract to establish a Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul (MRO) facility for the A-320 family of aircraft at Nashik, Maharashtra.
i. Airbus will provide tools and consulting services, with the facility set to be operational by November 2024.
ii. The collaboration aims to meet the rising demand for MRO services in India.
iii. The facility will be available for the entire Asian region after obtaining European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval in partnership with Airbus. - Name the personality who has recently (in Nov ‘23) won the 19th edition of the ‘Kalakar Puraskar‘ award.
1) Apolinaris D’Souza
2) Sreelekha Mitra
3) Goutam Ghose
4) Tapas Paul
5) Aparna SenAnswer-1) Apolinaris D’Souza
Explanation:
Apolinaris D’Souza, a prominent Konkani singer, lyricist, and composer, was honored with the 19th edition of the ‘Kalakar Puraskar‘ award in appreciation of his immense contributions to the field of music for over 5 decades.
The award was presented by Mandd Sobhann, in association with ‘Carval Ghorane’.
The award was presented during the 263rd Monthly Theatre at Kalaangann, Shakthinagar, Karnataka.
i. Apolinaris D’Souza has made immense contributions to Konkani music in Oman and in Mangaluru, Karnataka.
The ‘Kalakar Puraskar’ award was institutionalised in 2004 by linguist Pratap Naik under the name of his Carvalho (Carval) family.
ii.It is presented every year to a Konkani individual of the Karnataka region in recognition of his/her achievements in the field of music, dance, drama, or folklore. - Which company has recently (in Nov ‘23) became the first Indian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to unveil an in-house Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) engine named ‘AVTR 1922’?
1) Hyundai Motor
2) Ashok Leyland
3) Mahindra & Mahindra
4) Eicher Motors
5) Hero MotoCorpAnswer-2) Ashok Leyland
Explanation:
Ashok Leyland became the first Indian Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) to unveil an in-house Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) engine named ‘AVTR 1922’ .
Ashok Leyland has delivered the first batch of 12 LNG-powered haulage trucks to Mahanagar Gas Limited in Hosur, Tamil Nadu(TN).
i. The AVTR 1922 is a customizable engine powered by a 6-cylinder H-series ‘Hino’ engine.
ii. The engine is compliant with Bharat Stage Six (BSVI) Stage II emission standards.
iii. It is also built on the AVTR platform, which is India’s first and only fully modular truck platform.
The engine shares many components with Ashok Leyland’s current diesel trucks engines. - In November 2023, the Indian contingent finished second in the medal tally with ___________ medals in the Asian Archery Championships 2023.
1) 6
2) 11
3) 7
4) 10
5) 8Answer- 3) 7
Explanation:
The Indian contingent finished second in the medal tally with 7 medals (3 Gold, 1 silver and 3 Bronze) in the Asian Archery Championships 2023 held in Bangkok, Thailand from 3rd to 10th November 2023.
South Korea secured first place in the medal tally with 11 medals(6 Gold, 2 Silver and 3 Bronze) while Kazakhstan in third place with 3 medals(1 Gold and 2 Silver) in the 23rd edition of the Asian Archery Championship.
i. India’s Parneet Kaur won two gold medals in the Asian Championships including women’s compound and women’s compound team.
In the women’s compound team, she won the gold medal along with Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Aditi Swami.
ii. Abhishek Verma, the Asian Games 2018 champion and silver medallist at Hangzhou 2022, won the Bronze medal in the men’s compound event. - When was National Education Day 2023 observed across India?
1) 9th November 2023
2) 7th November 2023
3) 10th November 2023
4) 8th November 2023
5) 11th November 2023Answer-5) 11th November 2023
Explanation:
National Education Day is annually observed across India on 11 November to mark the birth anniversary of ‘Bharat Ratna’ Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, the first education minister of independent India.
His immense contribution to the field of education in India is recognised by celebrating his birthday as National Education Day across India.
This day serves to raise awareness about the fundamental right to education and underscore its supreme importance.
i. 11th November 2023 marks the 135th birth anniversary of Maulana Abul Kalam Azad, who was born on 11 November 1888, in Mecca (Saudi Arabia).
ii. The first-ever National Education Day was observed on 11 November 2008
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