Current Affairs MCQ’s | 4 April 2023

Daily Current Affairs MCQ Questions (4 April 2023) in Hindi and English for UPSC, Bank, SSC and all Competitive Exams.

Qns : नाथुला दर्रा, जो भारत का एक लोकप्रिय पर्यटन स्थल है, कहाँ स्थित है?
Where is the Nathula Pass, a popular tourist destination in India, located?

(A) On the border with Pakistan / पाकिस्तान से लगी सीमा पर
(B) On the border with Bhutan / भूटान के साथ सीमा पर
(C) On the border with China / चीन के साथ सीमा पर
(D) On the border with Nepal / नेपाल की सीमा पर

Answer
Ans : (C) On the border with China / चीन के साथ सीमा पर
सिक्किम में 4 अप्रैल 2023 को दोपहर नाथुला सीमा क्षेत्र में हिमस्खलन की चपेट में आने से कम से कम छह लोगों की मौत हो गई और एक दर्जन घायल हो गए। कई पर्यटकों के अब भी बर्फ में फंसे होने की आशंका है। एक अधिकारी के मुताबिक, बचाव अभियान जारी है और घायलों को गंगटोक के एक अस्पताल में ले जाया गया है।

Qns : अरुणाचल प्रदेश में स्थानों को नए नाम देने के चीन के प्रयास पर भारत सरकार की क्या प्रतिक्रिया है?
What is the Indian government’s response to China’s attempt to assign new names to places in Arunachal Pradesh?

(A) India welcomes China’s move. / भारत चीन के कदम का स्वागत करता है।
(B) India acknowledges China’s move but remains neutral. / भारत चीन के कदम को स्वीकार करता है लेकिन तटस्थ रहता है।
(C) India rejects China’s move. / भारत ने चीन के कदम को खारिज किया।
(D) India seeks dialogue with China to resolve the issue. / भारत इस मुद्दे को हल करने के लिए चीन के साथ बातचीत चाहता है।

Answer
Ans : (C) India rejects China’s move. / भारत ने चीन के कदम को खारिज किया।
भारतीय विदेश मंत्रालय ने 4 अप्रैल 2023 को, एक बयान जारी कर अरुणाचल प्रदेश में कई स्थानों को नए नाम देने के चीन के प्रयास को खारिज कर दिया है। आधिकारिक प्रवक्ता अरिंदम बागची के मुताबिक, यह पहली बार नहीं है जब चीन ने इस तरह का प्रयास किया है और भारत इसे सिरे से खारिज करता है।

Qns : नई हज नीति के तहत हज यात्रा पैकेज में कितनी कटौती की गई है?
Under the new Haj Policy how much is the reduction in Haj pilgrimage package?

(A) Rs 40000
(B) Rs 50000
(C) Rs 100000
(D) Rs 200000

Answer
Ans : (B) Rs 50000
भारत सरकार ने इस साल हज के लिए कुल 184,000 आवेदनों में से रैंडम डिजिटल चयन प्रक्रिया के माध्यम से 140,000 तीर्थयात्रियों का चयन किया है। चयनित तीर्थयात्रियों में से 10,000 से अधिक 70 वर्ष से अधिक आयु के हैं।किसी भी दुर्घटना से स्वास्थ्य और सुरक्षा सुनिश्चित करने के लिए सभी तीर्थयात्रियों के लिए चिकित्सा बीमा अनिवार्य है।

Qns : भूटान का राजा कौन है?
Who is the king of Bhutan ?

(A) Dr. S Jaishankar / डॉ. एस जयशंकर
(B) Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck / जिग्मे खेसर नामग्याल वांगचुक
(C) Dr. Tandi Dorji / डॉ. टांडी दोरजी
(D) Narendra Modi / नरेंद्र मोदी

Answer
Ans : (B) Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck / जिग्मे खेसर नामग्याल वांगचुक
भूटान नरेश जिग्मे खेसर नामग्याल वांगचुक तीन दिवसीय यात्रा पर भारत पहुंचे हैं। नई दिल्ली में हवाई अड्डे पर विदेश मंत्री डॉ. एस जयशंकर, विदेश मंत्री और विदेश व्यापार मंत्री, डॉ. टांडी दोरजी और भूटान सरकार के वरिष्ठ अधिकारियों ने उनका स्वागत किया।

Qns : चंद्रमा के चारों ओर नासा के 10 दिवसीय मानव मिशन का मिशन कमांडर कौन होगा?
Who will be the mission commander for NASA 10- day human mission around the moon ?

(A) Victor Glover / विक्टर ग्लोवर
(B) Christina Koch / क्रिस्टीना कोच
(C) Reid Wiseman / रीड वाइसमैन
(D) Christina Hammock / क्रिस्टीना हैमॉक

Answer
Ans : (C) Reid Wiseman / रीड वाइसमैन
नासा ने अगले साल चंद्रमा के चारों ओर उड़ान भरने के लिए 10 दिवसीय मिशन के लिए चार अंतरिक्ष यात्रियों की एक टीम का चयन किया है। टीम में तीन अमेरिकी और एक कनाडाई अंतरिक्ष यात्री शामिल हैं, जिनमें एक महिला और एक अफ्रीकी अमेरिकी शामिल हैं।

Monthly Current Affairs PDF April 2023 (English)

Monthly Current Affairs PDF for the Month April 2023 in English for UPSC, IAS, PCS, Civil Services, SSC CGL, CHSL, IBPS Banking and other Competitive Exams.

Current Affairs (1 to 31 March) 2023

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Sikkim Avalanche : Six tourists dead, several feared trapped at Nathula

At least six people were killed and a dozen injured after an avalanche struck Nathula border area in Sikkim on 4th April 2023 afternoon. Many tourists are still feared trapped under the snow.

According to an official, rescue operations are underway and the injured have been taken to a hospital in Gangtok.

Nathula Pass, a major tourist destination because of its scenic beauty, is situated on the border with China.

Questions: What is the location of Nathula Pass, which is a popular tourist destination in India?

a) On the border with Pakistan
b) On the border with Bhutan
c) On the border with China
d) On the border with Nepal

Answer: c) On the border with China.

India Rejects China’s Attempt to Rename Places in Arunachal Pradesh

On 4 April 2023, Indian Ministry of External Affairs has issued a statement rejecting China’s attempt to assign new names to several places in Arunachal Pradesh. According to official spokesperson Arindam Bagchi, this is not the first time China has made such an effort, and India outright rejects it. Bagchi emphasized that Arunachal Pradesh is an integral and inalienable part of India, and assigning invented names to the region will not change this reality. The statement was made in response to media reports that China had renamed 11 locations in Arunachal Pradesh.

Questions : What is the Indian government’s response to China’s attempt to assign new names to places in Arunachal Pradesh?

a) India welcomes China’s move
b) India acknowledges China’s move but remains neutral
c) India rejects China’s move
d) India seeks dialogue with China to resolve the issue

Answer: c) India rejects China’s move.

Indian government selects 140,000 pilgrims for Haj through digital selection process; Largest-ever contingent of women without male guardians to undertake pilgrimage

  1. The Indian government has selected 140,000 pilgrims for Haj this year through the Random Digital Selection process, out of a total of 184,000 applications received.
  2. Over 10,000 of the selected pilgrims are above the age of 70.
  3. A quota of over 175,000 pilgrims has been allotted to India this year, with nearly 35,000 quotas given to private operators.
  4. Medical insurance is mandatory for all pilgrims to ensure health and protection from any mishap.
  5. This year, the largest-ever contingent of over 4,000 women without a male guardian (Mehram) will undertake the Haj pilgrimage.
  6. Saudi Arabia hosts around 25 to 30 lakh Haj pilgrims from across the globe each year to visit Makkah, with India sending the third-largest contingent of pilgrims.
  7. The Ministry of Minority Affairs has taken several initiatives to make Haj pilgrimage more comfortable, convenient, and affordable for Indian pilgrims, including reducing the Haj package costs by around 50,000 rupees under the new Haj Policy.
  8. The Ministry has collaborated with State Bank of India to provide a cashless facility to Haj pilgrims during Haj, with the bank providing FOREX cards to all the pilgrims to eliminate the possibility of theft or loss of physical currency

Question: Under the new Haj Policy how much is the reduction in Haj pilgrimage package?
a) Rs 40000
b) Rs 50000
c) Rs 100000
d) Rs 200000

Answer: b) Rs 50000

King of Bhutan arrives in India on a three-day visit to strengthen bilateral ties with meetings with President, PM

  1. The King of Bhutan, Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck, has arrived in India on a three-day visit.
  2. He was received by External Affairs Minister Dr. S Jaishankar at the airport in New Delhi, along with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and External Trade, Dr. Tandi Dorji, and senior officials of the Bhutan government.
  3. The visit is part of the long-standing tradition of regular high-level exchanges between the two countries and is expected to strengthen the close and unique India-Bhutan partnership.
  4. During the visit, the King of Bhutan will meet with President Droupadi Murmu and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, while Dr. Jaishankar and senior officials will also call on the visiting dignitary.
  5. India and Bhutan share a unique relationship of friendship and cooperation characterized by understanding and mutual trust.
  6. The visit will provide an opportunity for both sides to review the entire gamut of bilateral cooperation and advance the close bilateral partnership, including economic and development cooperation.

Question: Who is the king of Bhutan ?
a) Dr. S Jaishankar
b) Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
c) Dr. Tandi Dorji
d) Narendra Modi

Answer: b) Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck

NASA announces diverse team of astronauts for 10-day human mission around the Moon

  1. NASA has selected a team of four astronauts for a 10-day mission to fly around the Moon next year.
  2. The announcement of the team was made during a live-streamed event in Houston, Texas.
  3. The team includes three American and one Canadian astronaut, with a woman and an African American among them.
  4. Reid Wiseman will be the mission commander, Victor Glover will be the mission pilot, and Christina Koch and Jeremy Hansen will serve as mission specialists.
  5. Christina Koch and Victor Glover will make history as the first woman and first black person to go to the vicinity of the Moon.
  6. Jeremy Hansen will become the first non-American astronaut to fly to the Moon.

Question: Who will be the mission commander for NASA 10- day human mission around the moon ?
a) Victor Glover
b) Christina Koch
c) Reid Wiseman
d) Victor Glover

Answer: c) Reid Wiseman

Current Affairs MCQ’s | 2 & 3 April 2023

Daily Current Affairs MCQ Questions (2 & 3 April 2023) in Hindi and English for UPSC, Bank, SSC and all Competitive Exams.

Qns : 1 अप्रैल 2023 को किसे नौसेना उप प्रमुख नियुक्त किया गया है।
Who has been appointed Vice Chief of Naval Staff on 1st April 2023.

A) Vice Admirals Karambir Singh / वाइस एडमिरल करमबीर सिंह
B) Vice Admirals P N Murugesan / वाइस एडमिरल पीएन मुरुगेसन
C) Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh / वाइस एडमिरल संजय जसजीत सिंह
D) Vice Admirals Raj Pal Singh / वाइस एडमिरल राज पाल सिंह

Answer
Answer: C) Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh / वाइस एडमिरल संजय जसजीत सिंह

वाइस एडमिरल संजय जसजीत सिंह ने 1 अप्रैल 2023 को वाइस चीफ ऑफ नेवल स्टाफ का पदभार ग्रहण किया। उन्होंने राष्ट्रीय रक्षा अकादमी, पुणे से स्नातक की उपाधि प्राप्त की और 1986 में भारतीय नौसेना की कार्यकारी शाखा में नियुक्त हुए।

Qns : What is the growth rate of the NTKM (Net tonne Kilometre) of Indian railways in FY 2022-23?
वित्त वर्ष 2022-23 में भारतीय रेलवे के NTKM (नेट टन किलोमीटर) की विकास दर क्या है?

a) 10%
b) 7%
c) 14%
d) 6.7%

Answer
Ans : a) 10%

  1. भारतीय रेलवे ने वित्त वर्ष 2022-23 में माल ढुलाई कारोबार में रिकॉर्ड प्रदर्शन हासिल किया
  2. प्रारंभिक माल लदान 1512 मीट्रिक टन तक पहुंच गया, जो पिछले वर्ष की तुलना में 94 मीट्रिक टन अधिक है, जिसमें 7% की वृद्धि दर है
  3. NTKM (शुद्ध टन किलोमीटर) 10% बढ़कर 903 Bn NTKM तक पहुंच गया, जो अब तक का सबसे अधिक है

Qns : What is the theme of the second G20 EMPOWER meeting of the Ministry of Women & Child Development?
महिला एवं बाल विकास मंत्रालय की दूसरी G20 EMPOWER बैठक का विषय क्या है?

A. Women’s Empowerment: A Win-Win for Equity and Economy / महिला अधिकारिता: समानता और अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए जीत-जीत
B. Accelerating Women’s Leadership and Empowerment in the Private Sector / निजी क्षेत्र में महिला नेतृत्व और अधिकारिता में तेजी लाना
C. Achieving Economic Prosperity by Empowering Women: Towards 25×25 Brisbane Goals / महिलाओं को सशक्त बनाकर आर्थिक समृद्धि प्राप्त करना: 25×25 ब्रिसबेन लक्ष्यों की ओर
D. Women’s Empowerment is an Economic Imperative / महिला अधिकारिता एक आर्थिक अनिवार्यता है

Answer
Ans : Women’s Empowerment: A Win-Win for Equity and Economy / महिला अधिकारिता: समानता और अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए जीत-जीत

  1. दूसरी G20 एम्पॉवर बैठक 4 -6 अप्रैल, 2023 को तिरुवनंतपुरम, केरल में आयोजित की जाएगी।
  2. बैठक का विषय “महिला अधिकारिता: समानता और अर्थव्यवस्था के लिए जीत-जीत” है।

Qns : Which player defeated PV Sindhu in the final of Madrid Spain Masters 2023?
मैड्रिड स्पेन मास्टर्स 2023 के फाइनल में पीवी सिंधु को किस खिलाड़ी ने हराया?

(A) Carolina Marin/कैरोलिना मारिन
(B) Tai Tzu Ying/ ताई जू यिंग
(C) Nozomi Okuhara / नोज़ोमी ओकुहारा
(D) Gregoria Tunjung/ ग्रेगोरिया तुनजुंग

Answer
Ans : (D) Gregoria Tunjung/ ग्रेगोरिया तुनजुंग
भारतीय बैडमिंटन खिलाड़ी पी.वी. सिंधु 2 अप्रैल 2023 को मैड्रिड स्पेन मास्टर्स के महिला एकल फाइनल में इंडोनेशिया की ग्रेगोरिया मरिस्का तुनजुंग से हार गई हैं। सिंधु सेटों में 8-21, 8-21 से हार गईं।

Qns : Where was the Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission test conducted?
पुन: प्रयोज्य लॉन्च वाहन स्वायत्त लैंडिंग मिशन परीक्षण कहाँ आयोजित किया गया था?

(A) At the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota / श्रीहरिकोटा के सतीश धवन अंतरिक्ष केंद्र में।
(B) At the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in Thiruvananthapuram / तिरुवनंतपुरम में विक्रम साराभाई अंतरिक्ष केंद्र में।
(C) At the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga / चित्रदुर्ग में वैमानिकी परीक्षण रेंज में।
(D) At the Indian Air Force base in Bangalore / बेंगलुरु में भारतीय वायु सेना के अड्डे पर।

Answer
Ans : (C) At the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga / चित्रदुर्ग में वैमानिकी परीक्षण रेंज में।
2 अप्रैल 2023 को, भारतीय अंतरिक्ष अनुसंधान संगठन (ISRO) ने कर्नाटक में पुन: प्रयोज्य लॉन्च वाहन स्वायत्त लैंडिंग मिशन को सफलतापूर्वक अंजाम दिया है। यह सफल परीक्षण इसरो को भारत में पुन: प्रयोज्य अंतरिक्ष यान विकसित करने के सपने को साकार करने के एक कदम और करीब लाता है।इसरो के अध्यक्ष एस सोमनाथ और इसरो के वरिष्ठ वैज्ञानिकों ने परीक्षण देखा और टीम को बधाई दी।

PV Sindhu loses to Gregoria Tunjung in final of Madrid Spain Masters

Indian Badminton player P.V. Sindhu has lost to Indonesia’s Gregoria Mariska Tunjung in the In Women’s singles final of the Madrid Spain Masters on 2 April 2023.  Sindhu lost in straight sets 8-21, 8-21.
 
In Men’s singles, Kenta Nishimoto has won the final. He defeated second seed Kanta Tsuneyama 15-21, 21-18, 21-19 in the all-Japanese men’s singles final.

Questions : Which player defeated PV Sindhu in the final of Madrid Spain Masters 2023?

A) Carolina Marin
B) Tai Tzu Ying
C) Nozomi Okuhara
D) Gregoria Tunjung

Correct answer: D) Gregoria Tunjung.

India to host Second G20 EMPOWER Meeting to promote Women’s Empowerment and Economic Prosperity

  1. The Second G20 EMPOWER meeting will be held from 4th -6th April, 2023 at Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
  2. The theme of the meeting is “Women’s Empowerment: A Win-Win for Equity and Economy”.
  3. Side events on 4th April will take up important issues in the form of panel discussions.
  4. Dr. Munjpara Mahendrabhai, Minister of State for Ministry of Women & Child Development, will attend the opening plenary session on April 5.
  5. Closing plenary session on April 6 will focus on identifying key outcomes and establishing actions across G20 EMPOWER priorities on points of consensus.
  6. The discussions in the various sessions will reflect in the Communique of G20 EMPOWER and will be provided as recommendations to G20 leaders.
  7. The G20 EMPOWER is an alliance of G20 business leaders and governments that aims to accelerate women’s leadership and empowerment in the private sector.
  8. The Inception meeting of G20 EMPOWER was held on 11th-12th February at Agra, Uttar Pradesh.
  9. The second EMPOWER meeting will have an exhibition designed and curated by the National Institute of Fashion Technology, showcasing women’s engagement in the cultivation and production of Tea, Coffee, Spices and Coir, work of women-led FPOs and Indigenous Toys, Handloom & Handicrafts crafted by women as well as ayurvedic and wellness products.
  10. Cultural programs will be organised in the evenings which will present an engaging glimpse into the rich cultural heritage of India.

Question : What is the theme of the second G20 EMPOWER meeting of the Ministry of Women & Child Development?

A. Women’s Empowerment: A Win-Win for Equity and Economy
B. Accelerating Women’s Leadership and Empowerment in the Private Sector
C. Achieving Economic Prosperity by Empowering Women: Towards 25×25 Brisbane Goals
D. Women’s Empowerment is an Economic Imperative

Answer: A. Women’s Empowerment: A Win-Win for Equity and Economy.

Indian Railways Achieves Record Performance in Freight Business in FY 2022-23, Expected to Exceed Rs 2 Lakh Cr Mark in Combined Revenues

  1. Indian Railways achieves record performance in Freight Business in FY 2022-23
  2. Originating Freight loading reaches 1512 MT, an increase of 94 MT from last year, with 7% growth rate
  3. NTKM (Net tonne Kilometre) grew by 10% to reach 903 Bn NTKMs, which is the highest ever
  4. Coal loading increases by 84 MT with a growth rate of 17.3%, while automobile loading grows by 65%
  5. Indian Railways achieves growth in almost all commodity segments with the highest growth rate in Coal, followed by Fertilizer and Cement & Clinker
  6. Passenger business increased by more than 80% to reach 623 Cr, and Passenger revenues are expected to exceed Rs 60,000 Cr with growth of more than 60% over last year
  7. Gross Freight revenues are expected to be more than Rs 1.6 Lakh Cr with a growth rate of ~14%, and combined revenues expected to exceed Rs 2.2 Lakh Cr for the first time

Question : What is the growth rate of the NTKM (Net tonne Kilometre) of Indian railways in FY 2022-23?

a) 10%
b) 7%
c) 14%
d) 6.7%

Answer: a) 10%

Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh Assumes Role as Vice Chief of Naval Staff with Distinguished Career and Educational Background

  1. Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh assumed the appointment of Vice Chief of Naval Staff on 1st April 2023.
  2. He paid homage to the bravehearts at the National War Memorial and reviewed the Guard of Honour at South Block, New Delhi on 2nd April 2023.
  3. He graduated from the National Defence Academy, Pune, and was commissioned in 1986 in the Executive Branch of the Indian Navy.
  4. He has served in various positions during his 37-year-long career, including Assistant Chief of Naval Staff, Flag Officer Sea Training, and Commandant Naval War College, among others.
  5. He holds several degrees, including MSc and MPhil in Defence and Strategic Studies from Madras University, MA in Defence Studies from Kings College, London, and MA (History), MPhil (Pol) and PhD (Arts) from Mumbai University.
  6. He was awarded the Nao Sena Medal in 2009 and Ati Vishisht Seva Medal in 2020 for his distinguished service.

Question : Who has been appointed Vice Chief of Naval Staff on 1st April 2023.

A) Vice Admirals Karambir Singh
B) Vice Admirals P N Murugesan
C) Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh
D) Vice Admirals Raj Pal Singh

Answer: C) Vice Admiral Sanjay Jasjit Singh

ISRO Successfully Conducts Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission

On 2nd April 2023, the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) has successfully carried out the Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission in Karnataka.

The Reusable Launch Vehicle (RLV LEX) was tested at the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga, and a Chinook helicopter carried the launch vehicle to a height of 4.5 km before releasing it mid-air.

The Reusable Launch Vehicle performed the landing maneuvers at 350 km/hour speed, using the integrated navigation, guidance and control system and completed autonomous landing on the air strip at 7.40 am on 2nd April 2023.

The navigation systems, instrumentation, and sensors were developed by ISRO in-house, and the test was supported by CEMILAC, ADE, ADRDE, and IAF.

This successful test brings ISRO one step closer to realizing the dream of developing a Reusable Space Vehicle in India.

ISRO Chairman S Somnath and Senior Scientists from ISRO witnessed the test and congratulated the team.

Question : Where was the Reusable Launch Vehicle Autonomous Landing Mission test conducted?

A. At the Satish Dhawan Space Centre in Sriharikota
B. At the Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre in Thiruvananthapuram
C. At the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga
D. At the Indian Air Force base in Bangalore

Answer : C. At the Aeronautical Test Range in Chitradurga

Current Affairs MCQ’s | 1 April 2023

Daily Current Affairs MCQ Questions (01 April 2023) in Hindi and English for UPSC, Bank, SSC and all Competitive Exams.

Questions : What is the purpose of the Merchant Navy Week celebrations?
मर्चेंट नेवी वीक समारोह का उद्देश्य क्या है?

a) To highlight the role of the Shipping Industry in all its aspects. / नौवहन उद्योग के सभी पहलुओं में उसकी भूमिका पर प्रकाश डालना।
b) To focus only on the developments made by the Directorate General of Shipping. / केवल नौवहन महानिदेशालय द्वारा किए गए विकास पर ध्यान केंद्रित करना।
c) To promote the fishing industry in India. / भारत में मत्स्य उद्योग को बढ़ावा देना।
d) None of the above. / इनमे से कोई भी नहीं।

Answer
Answer: a) To highlight the role of the Shipping Industry in all its aspects. / नौवहन उद्योग के सभी पहलुओं में उसकी भूमिका पर प्रकाश डालना।
महाराष्ट्र के राज्यपाल रमेश बाईस ने 31 मार्च 2023 को मुंबई में मर्चेंट नेवी सप्ताह का उद्घाटन किया।शिपिंग के महानिदेशक ने राष्ट्रीय समुद्री दिवस के महत्व को जोर दिया और शिपिंग के महानिदेशालय और अन्य संगठनों ने समुद्री क्षेत्र में की गई विकास की उपलब्धियों को उजागर किया।

Questions : On April 1, 2023, which cities were connected by the Vande Bharat Express train ?
1 अप्रैल, 2023 को वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस ट्रेन से कौन से शहर जुड़े ?

a) Mumbai and Delhi / मुंबई और दिल्ली
b) Bhopal and Kolkata / भोपाल और कोलकाता
c) Chennai and Hyderabad / चेन्नई और हैदराबाद
d) Bhopal and New Delhi / भोपाल और नई दिल्ली

Answer
Answer: d) Bhopal and New Delhi / भोपाल और नई दिल्ली

1 अप्रैल, 2023 को प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने भोपाल के रानी कमलापति रेलवे स्टेशन पर भोपाल और नई दिल्ली के बीच वंदे भारत एक्सप्रेस ट्रेन का उद्घाटन किया। यह ट्रेन मध्य प्रदेश के रानी कमलापति रेलवे स्टेशन से दिल्ली के हजरत निजामुद्दीन रेलवे स्टेशन तक चलेगी। यह देश की ग्यारहवीं वंदे भारत ट्रेन होगी और इसमें आधुनिक यात्री सुविधाएं हैं।

Questions : When is Utkal Dibasa (Odisha Day) celebrated ?
उत्कल दिवस (ओडिशा दिवस) कब मनाया जाता है?

A) January 26
B) March 22
C) April 1
D) August 15

Answer
Answer: C) April 1

उत्कल दिवस हर साल 1 अप्रैल को ओडिशा राज्य में मनाया जाता है ताकि 1 अप्रैल, 1936 को ओडिशा के गठन को याद किया जा सके।

Questions : What is the theme of the Joint Commanders’ conference of all three forces held in Bhopal, India?
भोपाल, भारत में आयोजित तीनों सेनाओं के संयुक्त कमांडरों के सम्मेलन का विषय क्या है?

A) ‘Together for Stronger Defense’ / ‘मजबूत रक्षा के लिए एक साथ’
B) ‘Advancing National Security’ / ‘राष्ट्रीय सुरक्षा को आगे बढ़ाना’
C) ‘Ready, Resurgent, Relevant’ / ‘तैयार, पुनरुत्थान, प्रासंगिक’
D) ‘Building a Future-Ready Defense Force’ / ‘भविष्य के लिए तैयार रक्षा बल का निर्माण’

Answer
Answer: C) ‘Ready, Resurgent, Relevant’ / ‘तैयार, पुनरुत्थान, प्रासंगिक’

  1. भारतीय प्रधानमंत्री नरेंद्र मोदी ने 1 अप्रैल, 2023 को भोपाल में तीन सेनाओं के संयुक्त कमांडर्स सम्मेलन में भाग लिया।
  2. तीनों फोर्सेस के संयुक्त कमांडर्स सम्मेलन का आयोजन रक्षा मंत्री राजनाथ सिंह की उपस्थिति में राजधानी भोपाल में किया जा रहा है।
  3. सीडीएस जनरल अनिल चौहान, सेना के मुख्य जनरल मनोज पांडे, वायु सेना के मुख्य वायुमंडलीय वीआर चौधरी और नौसेना के मुख्य अड्मिरल आर हरि कुमार जैसे तीनों फोर्सेस के शीर्ष कमांडर इस सम्मेलन में भाग ले रहे हैं।
  4. सम्मेलन का विषय ‘तैयार, पुनरुत्थान, प्रासंगिक’ है।

Questions :What is the new interest rate for the National Savings Certificate (NSC) for the April-June 2023 quarter?
अप्रैल-जून 2023 तिमाही के लिए राष्ट्रीय बचत प्रमाणपत्र (NSC) के लिए नई ब्याज दर क्या है?

A) 6.8%
B) 7%
C) 7.7%
D) 8%

Answer
Answer: C) 7.7%

सरकार ने अप्रैल-जून 2023 तिमाही के लिए अधिकतम पोस्ट ऑफिस बचत योजनाओं पर ब्याज दरों को बढ़ाया है। राष्ट्रीय बचत प्रमाण पत्र (एनएससी) ब्याज दर 7.7% हो गई है।

Current Affairs MCQ : April 2023

Vande Bharat Express Train Flagged off Between Bhopal and New Delhi with Advanced Passenger Amenities

On April 1, 2023, Prime Minister Narendra Modi flagged off the Vande Bharat Express train between Bhopal and New Delhi at Rani Kamlapati Railway Station in Bhopal. The train will run between Rani Kamlapati Railway Station in Madhya Pradesh and Hazrat Nizamuddin railway station in Delhi. It will be the eleventh Vande Bharat train in the country and is equipped with state-of-the-art passenger amenities.

The Vande Bharat train will cover a distance of 701 kilometres in seven hours and 30 minutes and will run on all days except Saturday. It will make stoppages at Veerangana Laxmibai Jhansi, Gwalior, and Agra. The train is equipped with advanced state-of-the-art safety features, including the Train Collision Avoidance System – KAVACH. Every coach has a CCTV camera, and passengers can communicate with drivers in case of emergencies.

The train will be available for the general public starting from the following day. The executive coaches of the train have been equipped with 180-degree rotating seats, and it promises to offer a faster, more comfortable, and more convenient travel experience to rail users.

Questions : On April 1, 2023, which cities were connected by the Vande Bharat Express train that was flagged off by Prime Minister Narendra Modi?
a) Mumbai and Delhi
b) Bhopal and Kolkata
c) Chennai and Hyderabad
d) Bhopal and New Delhi

Answer: d) Bhopal and New Delhi

Utkal Dibasa or Odisha Day : 1 April

  • Utkal Dibasa is celebrated on April 1st every year in the Indian state of Odisha to commemorate the formation of Odisha as a separate state on April 1, 1936.
  • On this day, people across the state come together to celebrate their cultural traditions and heritage with various cultural programs, parades, and exhibitions.
  • The Odisha flag is hoisted, featuring a combination of yellow and white colors representing peace, prosperity, and culture.
  • The state government recognizes and honors the contributions of individuals and organizations that have played a role in the state’s growth and development.
  • Odisha has made significant progress in a range of areas, including education, healthcare, agriculture, and industry.

Questions : When is Utkal Dibasa (Odisha Day) celebrated ?
A) January 26
B) March 22
C) April 1
D) August 15

Answer: C) April 1

Joint Commanders’ conference of all three forces is being held in Bhopal

  • Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the Joint Commanders’ conference of the three services in Bhopal on April 1, 2023.
  • The Joint Commanders’ conference of all three forces is being held in the capital city Bhopal in the presence of Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh.
  • Top commanders of the three forces including CDS General Anil Chauhan, Army Chief General Manoj Pandey, Air Chief Marshal VR Chaudhary and Navy Chief Admiral R Hari Kumar are participating in this conference.
  • The theme of the conference is ‘Ready, Resurgent, Relevant’.
  • The focus of the conference is on advancing the theatre command format for national security, increasing coordination among the three forces, and working together in the future.
  • The strategy of forces in the event of war, self-reliance in defense matters, and the defense ecosystem are also being discussed at the conference.

Questions : What is the theme of the Joint Commanders’ conference of all three forces held in Bhopal, India?

A) ‘Together for Stronger Defense’
B) ‘Advancing National Security’
C) ‘Ready, Resurgent, Relevant’
D) ‘Building a Future-Ready Defense Force’

Answer: C) ‘Ready, Resurgent, Relevant’

Inauguration of Diamond Jubilee Merchant Navy Week in Mumbai by Maharashtra Governor

  • Maharashtra Governor Ramesh Bais inaugurated the Merchant Navy Week in Mumbai on 31 March 2023.
  • The Director General of Shipping and Chairman of NMDC, Rajiv Jalota, pinned the miniature flag of Merchant Navy Day on the Governor’s apparel to mark the beginning of the Diamond Jubilee of Merchant Navy Week.
  • The Governor stated that the ocean around Mumbai can be explored for the development of passenger transport services.
  • He emphasized the need to increase the number of Maritime Training Institutes in India and further strengthen them.
  • The Governor stressed the importance of the merchant navy for India’s economic development, citing its vast maritime history.
  • The DG of Shipping highlighted the importance of National Maritime Day and the developments made by the Directorate General of Shipping and other organizations in the maritime field.
  • Merchant Navy Week celebrations showcase the Shipping Industry’s role in all its aspects through various events like meetings, seminars, symposiums, workshops, exhibitions, and competitions.

Question : What is the purpose of the Merchant Navy Week celebrations?
a) To highlight the role of the Shipping Industry in all its aspects.
b) To focus only on the developments made by the Directorate General of Shipping.
c) To promote the fishing industry in India.
d) None of the above.

Answer: a) To highlight the role of the Shipping Industry in all its aspects.

Government raises interest rates on post office saving schemes for April-June 2023 quarter

  1. The Government has raised interest rates on most post office saving schemes for the April-June 2023 quarter.
  2. The National Savings Certificate (NSC) interest rate has been increased to 7.7%.
  3. Sukanya Samriddhi interest rate has been increased to 8%.
  4. PPF and savings deposits interest rates have been retained at 7.1% and 4% respectively.
  5. Senior citizen savings scheme interest rate increased to 8.2%.
  6. Kisan Vikas Patra (KVP) interest rate has been increased to 7.5%, and its maturity period reduced from 120 to 115 months.
  7. One-year term deposit interest rate has been increased to 6.8%.
  8. Two-year term deposit interest rate has been increased to 6.9%.
  9. Three-year term deposit interest rate has been increased to 7%.
  10. Five-year term deposit interest rate has been increased to 7.5%.
  11. Five-year recurring deposit interest rate increased to 6.2%.
  12. Interest rates on Monthly Income Scheme have been increased to 7.4%.
  13. Interest rates for small savings schemes are notified quarterly.

What is the new interest rate for the National Savings Certificate (NSC) for the April-June 2023 quarter?
A) 6.8%
B) 7%
C) 7.7%
D) 8%
Answer: C) 7.7%

List of Sports Stadiums in India PDF

List of Sports Stadiums in India PDF for free download. State wise details of existing stadium name with, city, state, games and capacity are very important for competitive exams.

List of Sports Stadiums in India

Stadium nameCityStateGamesCapacity
Dr. Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy ACA-VDCA Cricket StadiumVisakhapatnamAndhra PradeshCricket26,736
Indira Gandhi Stadium, VijayawadaVijayawadaAndhra PradeshCricket25,000
NTR StadiumGudivadaAndhra PradeshMulti-purpose stadium20,000
YS Raja Reddy StadiumKadapaAndhra PradeshCricket15,000
Dr. Bhupen Hazarika Cricket StadiumGuwahatiAssamCricket40,000
Indira Gandhi Athletic StadiumGuwahatiAssamAthletics, Football30,737
Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumGuwahatiAssamSports complex15,000
Satindra Mohan Dev StadiumSilcharAssamFootball22,000
Moin-ul-Haq StadiumPatnaBiharCricket25,000
Patliputra Sports ComplexPatnaBiharFootball20,000
Rajendra StadiumSiwanBiharFootball15,000
International Hockey StadiumRajnandgaonChhattisgarhHockey30,000
Shaheed Veer Narayan Singh International Cricket StadiumRaipurChhattisgarhCricket65,000
Ambedkar StadiumDelhiDelhi NCRFootball35,000
Arun Jaitley StadiumDelhiDelhi NCRCricket41,820
Dhyan Chand National StadiumDelhiDelhi NCRHockey20,000
Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumDelhiDelhi NCRAthletics, Football60,000
Chhatrasal Stadium Chennai Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumDelhi ChennaiDelhi NCR Tamil NaduSports complex Athletics,  Football16,000
40,000
Bhausaheb Bandodkar GroundPanajiGoaCricket10,000
Campal Indoor ComplexCampalGoaSports complex4,000
Dr Shyama Prasad Mukherjee Indoor StadiumTaleigãoGoaMulti-purpose stadium4,000
Dr. Rajendra Prasad StadiumMargaoGoaCricket5,000
Duler StadiumMapusaGoaFootball10,000
Fatorda StadiumMargaoGoaFootball19,000
Tilak Maidan StadiumVasco da GamaGoaFootball12,000
CB Patel International Cricket StadiumSuratGujaratCricket35,000
IPCL Sports Complex GroundBarodaGujaratCricket15,000
Madhavrao Scindia Cricket GroundRajkotGujaratCricket15,000
Moti Bagh StadiumBarodaGujaratCricket18,000
Narendra Modi StadiumAhmedabadGujaratCricket132,000
Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel StadiumAhmedabadGujaratCricket50,000
Saurashtra Cricket Association StadiumRajkotGujaratCricket33,000
The ArenaAhmedabadGujaratmulti-purpose stadium20,000
Chaudhary Bansi Lal Cricket StadiumRohtakHaryanaCricket10,000
Mahabir StadiumHisarHaryanaSports complex25,000
  Tau Devi Lal Stadium  Gurgaon  Haryana  Football, Cricket12,000(Football),
7,000 (Cricket)
HPCA Cricket StadiumDharamshalaHimachal PradeshCricket25,000
Bakhshi StadiumSrinagarJammu and KashmirFootball30,000
Sher-i-Kashmir StadiumSri NagarJammu and KashmirCricket12,000
Birsa Munda Athletics StadiumRanchiJharkhandAthletics35,000
Birsa Munda Football StadiumRanchiJharkhandCricket10,000
JRD Tata Sports ComplexJamshedpurJharkhandAthletics, Football40,000
JSCA International Cricket StadiumRanchiJharkhandCricket39,000
Keenan StadiumJamshedpurJharkhandCricket19,000
Gangotri Glades Cricket GroundMysoreKarnatakaCricket15,000
M. Chinnaswamy StadiumBengaluruKarnatakaCricket40,000
Mangala StadiumMangaloreKarnatakaFootball20,000
Sree Kanteerava StadiumBengaluruKarnatakaAthletics, Football24,000
Visvesvaraya StadiumMandyaKarnatakaFootball20,000
Calicut Medical College StadiumKozhikodeKeralaFootball12,000
Chandrasekharan Nair StadiumThiruvananthapuramKeralaAthletics,  Football25,000
EMS StadiumKozhikodeKeralaAssociation, football50,000
Fort MaidanPalakkadKeralaFootball10,000
Greenfield International StadiumThiruvananthapuramKeralaSports complex55,000
Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumKochiKeralaCricket, Football40,000
Lal Bahadur Shastri StadiumKollamKeralaAthletics, Football40,000
Maharaja’s College StadiumKochiKeralaAthletics, Football15,000
Rajiv Gandhi Indoor StadiumKochiKeralaMulti-purpose10,000
Thrissur Municipal Corporation  StadiumThrissurKeralaFootball15,000
Aishbagh StadiumBhopalMadhya PradeshHockey10,000
Captain Roop Singh StadiumGwaliorMadhya PradeshCricket18,000
Dr. Rajendra Prasad Football StadiumNeemuchMadhya PradeshFootball10,000
Holkar Cricket StadiumIndoreMadhya PradeshCricket30,000
Nehru StadiumIndoreMadhya PradeshCricket25,000
TT Nagar StadiumBhopalMadhya PradeshFootball20,000
Ravi Shankar Shukla Stadium Rajiv Gandhi International StadiumJabalpur HyderabadMadhya Pradesh TelanganaFootball Cricket15,000
55,000
Brabourne StadiumMumbaiMaharashtraCricket50,000
Dadaji Kondadev StadiumThaneMaharashtraFootball30,000
Guru Gobind Singh StadiumNandedMaharashtraCricket30,000
Indira Gandhi StadiumSolapurMaharashtraCricket30,000
Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumPuneMaharashtraCricket25,000
Maharashtra Cricket Association StadiumGahunje, Pune districtMaharashtraCricket37,406
Vidarbha Cricket Association StadiumNagpurMaharashtraCricket45,000
Vivekananda Nagar Indoor Sports ComplexNagpurMaharashtraSports complex5,000
Wankhede StadiumMumbaiMaharashtraCricket33,108
Yashwant StadiumNagpurMaharashtraFootball50,000
Khuman Lampak Main StadiumImphalManipurFootball30,000
Indira Gandhi Stadium, KohimaKohimaNagalandFootball20,000
Nagaland Cricket Association StadiumChümoukedimaNagalandCricket10,000
Indira Gandhi ArenaDelhiNCRSports complex14,348
Barabati StadiumCuttackOdishaCricket45,000
Biju Patnaik Hockey StadiumBhubaneswarOdishaSports complex15,000
East Coast Railway StadiumBhubaneswarOdishaCricket1,720
Jawaharlal Nehru Indoor StadiumCuttackOdishaGymnastics10,000
Veer Surendra Sai StadiumSambalpurOdishaCricket20,000
Dhruv Pandove Cricket StadiumPatialaPunjabCricket10,000
Guru Gobind Singh StadiumJalandharPunjabFootball22,000
Guru Nanak StadiumLudhianaPunjabFootball30,000
Guru Nanak StadiumKapurthalaPunjabHockey10,000
International Hockey StadiumAjitgarhPunjabHockey13,648
Lajwanti StadiumHoshiarpurPunjabFootball20,000
Punjab Cricket Association IS Bindra StadiumMohaliPunjabCricket26,000
Sector 42 StadiumChandigarhPunjabHockey30,000
War Heroes StadiumSangrurPunjabHockey10,000
Gandhi GroundUdaipurRajasthanMulti-purpose10,000
Sawai Mansingh StadiumJaipurRajasthanCricket23,185
Barkatullah Khan StadiumJodhpurRajiasthanCricket40,000
Baichung StadiumNamchiSikkimFootball30,000
Jorethang GroundJorethangSikkimFootball10,000
Paljor StadiumGangtokSikkimFootball30,000
Anna StadiumTiruchirappalliTamil NaduSports Complex20,000
Jawaharlal Nehru StadiumCoimbatoreTamil NaduCricket30,000
MA Chidambaram StadiumChennaiTamil NaduCricket50,000
Mahatma Gandhi stadiumSalemTamil NaduCricket35,000
MGR Race Course StadiumMaduraiTamil NaduHorse racing, Kabaddi10,000
Salem Cricket Foundation StadiumSalemTamil NaduCricket5,000
GMC Athletic StadiumHyderabadTelanganaAthletics, Cricket30,000
Lal Bahadur Shastri StadiumHyderabadTelanganaCricket30,000
Maharaja Bir Bikram College StadiumAgartalaTripuraCricket30,000
Dr Sampurnanda StadiumVaranasiUttar PradeshCricket, Hockey, Football10,000
Dr. Akhilesh Das StadiumLucknowUttar PradeshCricket20,000
Ekana International Cricket StadiumLucknowUttar PradeshCricket50,000
Green Park StadiumKanpurUttar PradeshCricket33,000
KD Singh Babu StadiumLucknowUttar PradeshCricket50,000
Major Dhyanchand Hockey Stadium, LucknowLucknowUttar PradeshHockey10,000
Saifai International Cricket StadiumSaifaiUttar PradeshCricket43,000
Rajiv Gandhi International Cricket StadiumDehradunUttarakhandCricket25,000
DY Patil StadiumKolkataWest BengalFootball40,000
Eden GardensKolkataWest BengalCricket66,000
Jadavpur StadiumKolkataWest BengalFootball12,000
Kalyani StadiumKalyaniWest BengalFootball20,000
Kanchenjunga StadiumSiliguriWest BengalFootball40,000
Kishore Bharati KriranganKolkataWest BengalFootball12,000
Mela GroundKalimpongWest BengalFootball10,000
Mohammedan Sporting GroundKolkataWest BengalFootball15,000
Mohun Bagan GroundKolkataWest BengalFootball22,000
Netaji Indoor StadiumKolkataWest BengalIndoor sports12,000
Rabindra Sarobar StadiumKolkataWest BengalAthletics, Football18,000
Vidyasagar KriranganBarasatWest BengalFootball15,000
Vivekananda Yuba Bharati KriranganKolkataWest BengalAthletics, Football85,000

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Important cities on river banks in India PDF

List of important cites located in rivers banks in India PDF in Hindi and English for free download. Riverside cities with state are compiled for preparation of competitive exams.

भारत में नदी किनारे के महत्वपूर्ण शहर

शहरनदीराज्य
नयी दिल्लीयमुनादिल्ली
श्रीनगरझेलमजम्मू और कश्मीर
फिरोजपुरसतलुजपंजाब 
अहमदाबादसाबरमतीगुजरात
सूरततापीगुजरात
वडोदराविश्वामित्री, माही, नर्मदागुजरात
भरूचनर्मदागुजरात
कोटाचंबलराजस्थान 
ऋषिकेशगंगाउत्तराखंड
हरिद्वारगंगाउत्तराखंड
बद्रीनाथअलकनंदाउत्तराखंड
इलाहाबादगंगा, यमुना और सरस्वती के संगम परउत्तर प्रदेश
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अयोध्यासरयूउत्तर प्रदेश
गोरखपुरराप्तीउत्तर प्रदेश
भागलपुरगंगाबिहार
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कोलकाताहुगलीपश्चिम बंगाल
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RIVER SIDE CITES IN INDIA HINDI PDF Download

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Important cities on river banks in India

CityRiverState
New DelhiYamunaDelhi
SrinagarJhelumJammu and Kashmir
FirozpurSutlejPunjab
AhmedabadSabarmatiGujarat
SurattapiGujarat
VadodaraVishwamitri, Mahi, NarmadaGujarat
BharuchNarmadaGujarat
quotaChambalRajasthan
RishikeshGangesUttarakhand
HaridwarGangesUttarakhand
BadrinathAlaknandaUttarakhand
AllahabadAt the confluence of Ganga, Yamuna and SaraswatiUttar Pradesh
KanpurGangesUttar Pradesh
Kanpur CantonmentGangesUttar Pradesh
VaranasiGangesUttar Pradesh
MirzapurGangesUttar Pradesh
FatehgarhGangesUttar Pradesh
FarrukhabadGangesUttar Pradesh
kannaujGangesUttar Pradesh
ShuklaganjGangesUttar Pradesh
ChakeriGangesUttar Pradesh
MathuraYamunaUttar Pradesh
AgraYamunaUttar Pradesh
AuraiyaYamunaUttar Pradesh
etawahYamunaUttar Pradesh
JaunpurGomtiUttar Pradesh
LucknowGomtiUttar Pradesh
AyodhyaSarayuUttar Pradesh
GorakhpurRaptiUttar Pradesh
BhagalpurGangesBihar
PatnaGangesBihar
HajipurGangesBihar
GayaFalgu (Niranjana)Bihar
GwaliorChambalMadhya Pradesh
UjjainShipraMadhya Pradesh
AshtaParvatiMadhya Pradesh
JabalpurNarmadaMadhya Pradesh
KolkataHooghlyWest Bengal
BankiMahanadiOdisha
CuttackMahanadiOdisha
SambalpurMahanadiOdisha
RourkelaBrahmaniOdisha
BrahmapurRushikulyaOdisha
ChhatrapurRushikulyaOdisha
HyderabadMusiTelangana
NizamabadGodavariTelangana
rajahmundryGodavariAndhra Pradesh
KurnoolTungabhadraAndhra Pradesh
VijayawadaKrishnaAndhra Pradesh
NellorePennarAndhra Pradesh
BangaloreVrishabhavathiKarnataka
MangaloreNetravati, GurupuraKarnataka
ShimogaTunga RiverKarnataka
BhadravatiBhadraKarnataka
HospetTungabhadraKarnataka
KarwarKaliKarnataka
BagalkotGhataprabhaKarnataka
HonnavarSharavathiKarnataka
NashikGodavariMaharashtra
NandedGodavariMaharashtra
SangliKrishnaMaharashtra
KaradKrishna, KoynaMaharashtra
PuneMula, MuthaMaharashtra
KarjatUlhasMaharashtra
MahadSavitriMaharashtra
KolhapurPanchagangaMaharashtra
MalegaonGirna RiverMaharashtra
TiruchirappalliKaveriTamil Nadu
ErodeKaveriTamil Nadu
ChennaiCooum, AdyarTamil Nadu
MaduraiVaigaiTamil Nadu
CoimbatoreNoyyalTamil Nadu
tirunelveliThamirabaraniTamil Nadu
KottayamMeenachilKerala
DibrugarhBrahmaputraAssam
GuwahatiBrahmaputraAssam
RangpoTeestaSikkim
DamanDaman Ganga RiverDaman

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Meghalaya gets Electric trains for the first time.

  • Indian Railways is marching ahead on the path of progress with full force to become Net Zero Carbon emitter by the year 2030.
  • In an endeavour for complete electrification, Northeast Frontier Railway has achieved another milestone by commissioning Dudhnai – Mendipathar (22.823 Track Kilometre) single line section and Abhayapuri – Pancharatna (34.59 Track Kilometre) double line section on 15th March, 2023.
  • With the introduction of electric traction, trains hauled by electric locomotives can now operate directly from Mendipathar in Meghalaya. This significant breakthrough will also increase the average speed of trains.
  • Now more passenger and freight trains will be able to operate at their respective section-specific full speed after electrification of these sections. This will also increase punctuality in rail operation of the section. Parcel and freight trains hauled by electric locomotives from other states will be able to reach Meghalaya directly.

Punjab GK PDF Download

Punjab General Knowledge (GK) Notes, Questions and MCQs for Competitive Exams, PDF for free download. We have compiled the study material PDF for the preparation of Punjab Government jobs examinations.

Punjab General Knowledge

Here are some important points about the General Knowledge of Punjab that might be helpful for competitive exams:

Location:

Punjab is a state located in the northern part of India. It shares borders with the states of Haryana, Rajasthan, and Himachal Pradesh, as well as the country of Pakistan.

Language:

Punjabi is the official language of the state.

Capital:

The capital of Punjab is Chandigarh, which is a Union Territory and also serves as the capital of Haryana.

Rivers:

The state is known for its five rivers: Sutlej, Beas, Ravi, Chenab, and Jhelum.

Agriculture:

Punjab is known as the ‘Granary of India’ due to its high agricultural production. The state is a major producer of wheat, rice, and other crops.

Industry:

Punjab has a growing industrial sector with a focus on textiles, food processing, and engineering goods.

Sikhism:

Punjab is the birthplace of Sikhism and is home to many important Sikh shrines, including the Golden Temple in Amritsar.

Festivals:

Some of the major festivals celebrated in Punjab include Baisakhi, Lohri, and Diwali.

History:

Punjab has a rich history, with a legacy of ancient civilizations like the Indus Valley Civilization and the Vedic period. The state has also played an important role in India’s struggle for independence.

Sports:

Punjab has produced many famous athletes, including Milkha Singh, the Flying Sikh, and Harbhajan Singh, a famous cricketer.

This is just a brief overview of some important points about the General Knowledge of Punjab. However, to prepare for competitive exams, you should also study in depth about the state’s economy, geography, politics, culture, and current affairs. Further, we are providing the Punjab GK PDF download links for free download from google drive.

Punjab General Knowledge (GK) PDF

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Himachal Pradesh GK PDF

Himachal Pradesh GK PDF : General Knowledge, Books, Notes and MCQ Questions Answers PDF for competitive exams in Hindi and English for free download.

Important GK facts about Himachal Pradesh

Here are some important General Knowledge facts about Himachal Pradesh:

  1. Himachal Pradesh is a state in northern India, bordered by Jammu and Kashmir to the north, Punjab to the west, Haryana to the south-west, Uttarakhand to the south-east, and Tibet to the east.
  2. The capital of Himachal Pradesh is Shimla, which was the summer capital of British India.
  3. Himachal Pradesh is known for its scenic beauty, as it is home to the Himalayas, lush valleys, and picturesque lakes.
  4. Himachal Pradesh has 12 districts, which are further divided into sub-divisions, tehsils, and blocks.
  5. The state has a population of around 7 million people, with a literacy rate of 83.8%.
  6. The official language of Himachal Pradesh is Hindi, but other languages such as Punjabi, Pahari, and English are also spoken.
  7. Himachal Pradesh has a strong economy, with tourism, agriculture, and horticulture being the major contributors.
  8. The state is famous for its handicrafts, including shawls, carpets, and woodcarvings.
  9. Himachal Pradesh has a number of famous tourist destinations, including Shimla, Manali, Dharamshala, and Dalhousie.
  10. Himachal Pradesh has several important wildlife reserves, including the Great Himalayan National Park, Pin Valley National Park, and Renuka Wildlife Sanctuary.
  11. The state has several famous temples, including the Jwalamukhi Temple, the Chamunda Devi Temple, and the Hadimba Temple.
  12. The highest peak in Himachal Pradesh is the Reo Purgyil, which has an elevation of 6,816 meters.
  13. The state is also known for its colorful festivals, including the Kullu Dussehra, the Shimla Summer Festival, and the Minjar Fair.
  14. Himachal Pradesh is also home to several notable personalities, including the Nobel laureate Rabindranath Tagore, who wrote several poems and plays while staying in the state.
  15. Himachal Pradesh was formed as a separate state on 25th January 1971, after being carved out of the state of Punjab.

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Monthly Current Affairs PDF March 2023 (English)

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Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in exercise Shinyuu Maitri 2023 with Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF).

  • Indian Air Force (IAF) is participating in exercise Shinyuu Maitri with Japan Air Self Defense Force (JASDF). The exercise is being conducted on 1 to 2 March 2023.
  • An Indian Air Force contingent with a C-17 Globemaster III aircraft is participating in Exercise Shinyuu Maitri 23.
  • The first phase of the exercise involves discussions on transport operations and tactical manoeuvres, followed by the second phase of flying exercises by C-17 transport aircraft of the Indian Air Force and C-2 transport aircraft of the Air Self-Defense Force of Japan.
  • This special exercise provides an opportunity for the respective subject matter experts to interact and deliberate on each other’s operational philosophies and best practices. The exercise will also enhance mutual understanding and interoperability between the Indian Air Force and the Air Self Defense Force of Japan.

Monthly Current Affairs PDF February 2023 (English)

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