Current Affairs December 2023

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 13 December 2023

13/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 13 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 13 December 2023

Q: Who recently returned to power, as Prime Minister in Poland after nine years?
A) Mateusz Morawiecki
B) Donald Tusk
C) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
D) Vladimir Putin

Answer

Ans : B) Donald Tusk
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Q: Who is the new Chief Minister of Rajasthan?
A) Vasundhara Raje
B) Bhajan Lal Sharma
C) Rajnath Singh
D) Vasudev Devnani

Answer

Ans : B) Bhajan Lal Sharma
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Q: Where was the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit held in December 2023?
A) Beijing
B) New Delhi
C) Geneva
D) Washington, D.C.

Answer

Ans : B) New Delhi
Detail News

Daily Current Affairs : 13 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit in New Delhi on December 12th and 13th, 2023

13/12/2023

The Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit took place in New Delhi on December 12th and 13th, 2023. Representatives from 28 member countries and the European Union attended the summit, which aimed to discuss the challenges and opportunities of AI and promote the development of responsible AI.

During the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi emphasized “extreme caution” and addressed the challenges posed by the darker aspects of AI. Day one discussions included panel discussions on AI applications in priority sectors, responsible AI working groups, and ‘AI and Global Health: Role of AI In Advancing Healthcare.’

Q: Where was the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit held in December 2023?

A) Beijing
B) New Delhi
C) Geneva
D) Washington, D.C.

B) New Delhi

Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as Chief Minister of Rajasthan

13/12/2023

Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as Chief Minister of Rajasthan in BJP Legislative Party meeting on Dec 12, 2023.

Deputy Chief Ministers: Diya Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa.
Speaker of the Assembly: Vasudev Devnani.
Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as MLA from Sanganer constituency. He is active in politics for 35 years, starting as Sarpanch.
Government formation claimed with Governor Kalraj Mishra.

Q: Who is the new Chief Minister of Rajasthan?

A) Vasundhara Raje
B) Bhajan Lal Sharma
C) Rajnath Singh
D) Vasudev Devnani

Ans : B) Bhajan Lal Sharma

Donald Tusk elected as Polish Prime Minister

13/12/2023

Donald Tusk returns to power in Poland after nine years, Securing support of the Polish parliament on December 11, 2023.

Vote result: 248 in favor, 201 against.
Tusk’s return follows a coalition win in the October 15 national election.
Outgoing Prime Minister Mateusz Morawiecki lost a confidence vote (266-190) and end of the Law and Justice party’s eight-year rule.
New government to be a pro-European Union alliance led by Tusk.
Coalition includes Civic Coalition, Poland 2050, Polish People’s Party, and the Left.

Q: Who recently returned to power, as Prime Minister in Poland after nine years?

A) Mateusz Morawiecki
B) Donald Tusk
C) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
D) Vladimir Putin

Ans : B) Donald Tusk

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 12 December 2023

12/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 12 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 12 December 2023

Q: Who has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh?
a. Shivraj Singh Chauhan
b. Dr. Mohan Yadav
c. Jagdish Deora
d. Narendra Singh Tomar

Answer

Ans : b. Dr. Mohan Yadav
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Q: According to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, who can be nominated by the Lieutenant Governor to the Legislative Assembly?
a. Residents with long-term political experience
b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community
c. Any Indian citizen residing in Jammu and Kashmir
d. Members of recognized political parties only

Answer

Ans : b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community
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Q: What initiative did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch on December 11, 2023 for development of youth?
a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth
b. National Education Policy 2020
c. Skill Development for Youth
d. Digital India Campaign

Answer

Ans : a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth
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Daily Current Affairs : 12 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth : Launched by PM Modi

12/12/2023

PM Modi launched ‘Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth’ and addressed Higher Education Institutes virtually on 11 December 2023.

Governor Gulab Chand Kataria hosted the program at IIT Guwahati, with physical attendance from 1000 students and officials from 61 Assam institutions.
Around 45 Higher Educational Institutions and 600 colleges participated virtually.
Governor emphasized collaborative efforts to achieve PM Modi’s development goal by 2047.
Increased budget allocation in education by both the Center and State governments highlighted for better quality education.
Dr. Ranoj Pegu, Minister for Education, emphasized the need to achieve the set development target by 2047.

Q: What initiative did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch on December 11, 2023 for development of youth?

a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth
b. National Education Policy 2020
c. Skill Development for Youth
d. Digital India Campaign

Ans : a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth

Parliament passed Jammu and Kashmir Reservation and Reorganisation (Amendment) Bills

12/12/2023

Parliament passed Jammu and Kashmir Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023.

J&K Reorganisation Bill modifies the 2019 Act, increasing total legislative assembly seats from 83 to 90.
The Bill reserves seven seats for Scheduled Castes, nine for Scheduled Tribes, and allows nomination of two members from Kashmiri migrant community.
J&K Reservation Bill amends the J&K Reservation Act, replacing “weak and underprivileged classes” with “other backward classes.”
Home Minister Amit Shah asserted Supreme Court’s validation of Article 370 abrogation, stating it curbed separatism and terrorism.

Q: According to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, who can be nominated by the Lieutenant Governor to the Legislative Assembly?

a. Residents with long-term political experience
b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community
c. Any Indian citizen residing in Jammu and Kashmir
d. Members of recognized political parties only

Ans : b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community

Mohan Yadav elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh

12/12/2023

Dr. Mohan Yadav has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh in a unanimous decision during the BJP Legislature Party meeting on December 11, 2023.

Jagdish Deora and Rajendra Shukla have been nominated as Deputy Chief Ministers, and former Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar will assume the responsibility of the Assembly Speaker.
Outgoing Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chauhan congratulated the nominated leaders.
Observers from the BJP high command, including Haryana Chief Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Dr. K Laxman, and Asha Lakda, were present during the meeting.
Dr. Mohan Yadav, after his election, met Governor Mangubhai Patel at Raj Bhavan, staking a claim to form the government.
Dr. Yadav, a three-time MLA from Ujjain South, became a cabinet minister in 2020 and recently won the assembly elections by a significant margin.

Q: Who has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh?

a. Shivraj Singh Chauhan
b. Dr. Mohan Yadav
c. Jagdish Deora
d. Narendra Singh Tomar

Ans : b. Dr. Mohan Yadav

Weekly Current Affairs Quiz : 03 December to 09 December 2023

11/12/2023

Weekly Current Affairs MCQs Questions from 03 December to 09 December 2023 for competitive exams.

Weekly Current Affairs MCQs : 03 December to 09 December 2023

Q: Why was Mahua Moitra expelled from the Lok Sabha on December 8, 2023?
a. Financial misconduct
b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal
c. Violation of parliamentary dress code
d. Absence without leave

Answer

Ans : b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal
Detail News

Q: Where was the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 is being held?
a. Rashtrapati Bhavan
b. Red Fort
c. India Gate
d. Humayun’s Tomb

Answer

Ans : b. Red Fort
Detail News

Q: What proposal did Governor Shaktikanta Das announce regarding UPI transactions during the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in December 2023?
a. Limit reduction to one lakh rupees
b. No change in the transaction limit
c. Increase to 2.5 lakh rupees for all users
d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions

Answer

Ans : d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions
Detail News

Q: When is Armed Forces Flag Day observed annually in India?
a. November 11
b. December 7
c. January 1
d. March 15

Answer

Ans : b. December 7
Detail News

Q: What is the main purpose of the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards?
a. To celebrate young leaders under 30 years old
b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
c. To honor leaders from various industries
d. To recognize leaders with international acclaim

Answer

Ans : b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
Detail News

Q: Where was the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 held in December 2023?
a. New Delhi
b. Dehradun
c. Mumbai
d. Jaipur

Answer

Ans : b. Dehradun
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Q. Where is the Forest Research Institute located?
A. Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
C. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
D. Guwahati, Assam.

Answer

Ans : B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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Q: Which cultural item from Gujarat was included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity in December 2023?
a) Bhangra
b) Garba
c) Kathak kali
d) Kuchipudi

Answer

Ans : b) Garba
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Q: Who is the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?
a) General Bipin Rawat
b) Admiral Karambir Singh
c) Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria
d) General Anil Chauhan

Answer

Answer: d) General Anil Chauhan
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Q: What type of natural disaster prompted India to provide immediate relief assistance to Papua New Guinea?
a. Earthquake
b. Tsunami
c. Volcanic eruption
d. Cyclone

Answer

Answer: c. Volcanic eruption
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Q: Who has been announced as the next Chief Minister of Telangana by the Congress party?
a) K C Venugopal
b) Mallikarjun Kharge
c) A Revanth Reddy
d) D.K. Shivakumar

Answer

Ans : c) A Revanth Reddy
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Q: Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crossed which state’s coast in December 2023?
a) Tamil Nadu
b) Kerala
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Odisha

Answer

Ans : c) Andhra Pradesh
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Q: What historic achievement did ISRO accomplish on August 23rd related to Chandrayaan?
a) Successful return to Earth
b) Deployment of Pragyan rover
c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander
d) Earth observation mission

Answer

Ans : c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander
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Q: When is Indian Navy Day celebrated annually?
a) December 1st
b) December 4th
c) November 15th
d) January 26th

Answer

Ans : b) December 4th
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Q.: What event is commemorated on Indian Navy Day?
a) Independence Day
b) Victory in Kargil War
c) 1971 attack on Karachi harbor
d) Naval Day

Answer

Ans : c) 1971 attack on Karachi harbor
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Q.: Which operation during the 1971 war crippled the Pakistani Navy’s western fleet?
a) Operation Blue Star
b) Operation Trident
c) Operation Desert Storm
d) Operation Vijay

Answer

Ans : b) Operation Trident
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Q.: Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi participate in the Navy Day program in 2023?
a) Goa
b) Kochi in Kerala
c) Sindhudurg in Maharashtra
d) Chennai in Tamil Nadu

Answer

Ans : c) Sindhudurg in Maharashtra
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Q.: Which historic fort off the Maharashtra coast hosts the Navy Day celebrations 2023?
a) Red Fort
b) Sindhudurg Fort
c) Jaigarh Fort
d) Golconda Fort

Answer

Ans : b) Sindhudurg Fort
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Q.: Who constructed the Sindhudurg Fort in the 17th century?
a) Akbar the Great
b) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
c) Aurangzeb
d) Rana Pratap

Answer

b) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
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Q: Who is set to become the new Chief Minister of Mizoram ?
a) Zoramthanga
b) Lalduhoma
c) Lalthansanga
d) Lalremruata Arema

Answer

Ans : b) Lalduhoma
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Q: The world’s first portable hospital, ‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube,’ was unveiled on 2nd December 2023 in which city?
a) Mumbai
b) Gurugram
c) New Delhi
d) Bangalore

Answer

Answer: b) Gurugram
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Question: In the Madhya Pradesh assembly elections, which political party secured a clear majority?
A) Congress
B) BJP
C) BSP
D) Bharat Adiwasi party

Answer

Answer: B) BJP
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Q: In Telangana, which party is win the Assembly Election?
a) BJP
b) Congress
c) AIMIM
d) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS)

Answer

Ans : b) Congress
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Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 10 & 11 December 2023

11/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 10 & 11 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 10 & 11 December 2023

Q: Where do the first-ever Khelo India Para Games commence in December 2023?
A. Mumbai
B. Kolkata
C. New Delhi
D. Chennai

Answer

Ans : C. New Delhi
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Q: Who is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh ?
A) Arjun Munda
B) Vishnu Deo Sai
C) Sarbananda Sonowal
D) Dushyant Kumar Gautam

Answer

B) Vishnu Deo Sai
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Q: Where is the 27th WAIPA World Investment Conference being hosted?
A) Mumbai
B) Chennai
C) New Delhi
D) Bangalore

Answer

Ans : C) New Delhi
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Daily Current Affairs : 10 & 11 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

27th WAIPA World Investment Conference in New Delhi from December 11, 2023

11/12/2023

India is hosting the 27th WAIPA World Investment Conference in New Delhi from December 11, 2023.

The conference is organized by the National Investment Promotion and Facilitation Agency of the Government of India and the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies.
The event will take place at the India International Convention & Expo Centre – Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
This conference is expected to be the largest World Investment Conference ever held.
Shri Piyush Goyal, the Union Minister of Commerce & Industry, Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution, and Textiles, will deliver the keynote address on the Role of Trade and Investment in the Decade of Action on December 13.
Shri Goyal will also launch the Experience India Centre (EIC), which will showcase India’s offerings across services, technology, and products using virtual reality, augmented reality, interactive touch screens, and projection mapping.
This marks the first time the World Investment Conference is being held in India.
The conference is expected to have over 1000 attendees, including 50 Investment Promotion Agencies (IPAs) and various multilateral agencies.

Q: Where is the 27th WAIPA World Investment Conference being hosted?

A) Mumbai
B) Chennai
C) New Delhi
D) Bangalore

Ans : C) New Delhi

Vishnu Deo Sai : New Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh

11/12/2023

Vishnu Deo Sai has been elected as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh by the BJP Legislature Party. The decision was made during a meeting in Raipur on December 12, 2023, attended by 54 newly-elected BJP MLAs and central observers Arjun Munda, Sarbananda Sonowal, and Dushyant Kumar Gautam.

Vishnudev Sai is a prominent tribal leader from Chhattisgarh, hailing from Bagiya village near Kansabel in the Kunkuri area.
He began his political career as a Panch in 1989 and later served as Sarpanch in 1990. He was elected as an MLA from the Tapkara assembly constituency in 1990.
Vishnudev Sai was elected as a Member of Parliament from the Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency in 1999 for the 13th Lok Sabha.
He assumed the role of the state president of the BJP in 2006 and was re-elected as an MP from Raigarh constituency in the 2009 and 2014 Lok Sabha elections.
Vishnu Deo Sai served as the Union Minister of State for Steel, Mines, Labor, and Employment from 2014 to 2019.

Q: Who is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh ?

A) Arjun Munda
B) Vishnu Deo Sai
C) Sarbananda Sonowal
D) Dushyant Kumar Gautam

B) Vishnu Deo Sai

First-ever Khelo India Para Games in New Delhi from 10 to 17 Dec 2023

10/12/2023

The first-ever Khelo India Para Games start on December 10, 2023, in New Delhi. 8-day event featuring para athletics, para shooting, para archery, para football, para badminton, para table tennis, and para weightlifting.

Over 1,400 participants from 32 states, Union Territories, and the Services Sports Control Board.
Goal is to provide opportunities for para athletes to showcase skills and develop careers.
Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry assures comprehensive medical coverage for participants.
Medical coverage includes emergency services, on-site medical teams, and access to necessary healthcare facilities.

Q: Where do the first-ever Khelo India Para Games commence in December 2023?

A. Mumbai
B. Kolkata
C. New Delhi
D. Chennai

Ans : C. New Delhi

Weekly Current Affairs PDF 03 December to 09 December 2023

09/12/2023

Weekly Current Affairs Magazine (in English) PDF for the week from 03 December to 09 December 2023 for free download. This weekly Current affairs magazine consist One liners, detail news and MCQs for Competitive exams.

Art and Culture Current Affairs.

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 at Red Fort
Garba of Gujarat inscribed in the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by UNESCO

Economy Current Affairs.

RBI has maintained the policy repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth consecutive time.

Environment Current Affairs.

Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crosses south Andhra Pradesh coast.

Important Days Current Affairs.

Armed Forces Flag Day : December 7

International Current Affairs.

India to provide relief assistance of one million dollars to Papua New Guinea in wake of volcanic eruption

National Current Affairs.

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan presided over the first session of the Combined Leadership Conclave in New Delhi
Indian Navy Day celebrated on 4 December 2023 at at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra.
World’s first portable hospital ‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube’ unveiled in Gurugram..

Polity Current Affairs.

Mahua Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha member over allegations of a “cash-for-query” scandal.
Mizoram Assembly Election : Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) to Form Government.
Assembly elections : BJP set to form govt in MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh; Congress victory in Telangana

Science and Technology Current Affairs.

ISRO Moves Chandrayaan Orbiter from Moon to Earth Orbit. 9

States Current Affairs.

Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun.
Revanth Reddy will be the next chief minister of Telangana.

Miscellaneous Current Affairs.

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards

Weekly Current Affairs MCQ: 03 December to 09 December 2023

PDF : Weekly Current Affairs Magazine
Period : 03 December to 09 December 2023
Medium : English
PDF Pages : 17

Current Affairs PDF (English) : 03 December to 09 December 2023

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 09 December 2023

09/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 09 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 09 December 2023

Answer

Ans : b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal
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Q: Where was the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 is being held?
a. Rashtrapati Bhavan
b. Red Fort
c. India Gate
d. Humayun’s Tomb

Answer

Ans : b. Red Fort
Detail News

Answer

Ans : d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions
Detail News

Daily Current Affairs : 09 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

RBI has maintained the policy repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth consecutive time

09/12/2023

RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, in the bi-monthly monetary policy announcement on 8 December 2023 informed following decision of committee.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has maintained the policy repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth consecutive time.
The decision to keep the policy rate unchanged was influenced by the observed decline in inflation.
In the recent Monetary Policy Committee meeting, the RBI revised the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for the financial year 2023-24 to 7%, up from the previous estimate of 6.5%.
Governor Shaktikanta Das announced a proposal to increase the limit of UPI transactions in hospitals and educational institutions from one lakh to 5 lakh rupees.

Q: What proposal did Governor Shaktikanta Das announce regarding UPI transactions during the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in December 2023?

a. Limit reduction to one lakh rupees
b. No change in the transaction limit
c. Increase to 2.5 lakh rupees for all users
d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions

d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions

PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 at Red Fort

09/12/2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 at Red Fort. IAADB is scheduled from 9th to 15th December 2023 at Red Fort, New Delhi.

The inauguration included the opening of the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat Centre for Design’ and the student Biennale called Samunnati.
A Commemorative Stamp was launched during the program.
The event is part of a series of initiatives, including the International Museum Expo in May 2023 and the Festival of Libraries in August 2023.
IAADB aims to facilitate a comprehensive conversation among various stakeholders in the cultural space, such as artists, architects, designers, photographers, collectors, and art professionals.

Q: Where was the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 is being held?

a. Rashtrapati Bhavan
b. Red Fort
c. India Gate
d. Humayun’s Tomb

Ans : b. Red Fort

Mahua Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha member over allegations of a “cash-for-query” scandal.

09/12/2023

Mahua Moitra, a Lok Sabha member, was expelled on December 8, 2023, over allegations of a “cash-for-query” scandal.

The Lok Sabha Ethics Committee recommended her expulsion for allowing a businessman to use her Parliament login to ask questions on her behalf, breaching parliamentary ethics and compromising national security. The committee’s decision, based on a draft report, had six members in support and four members dissenting.

Q: Why was Mahua Moitra expelled from the Lok Sabha on December 8, 2023?

a. Financial misconduct
b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal
c. Violation of parliamentary dress code
d. Absence without leave

Ans : b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 08 December 2023

08/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 08 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 08 December 2023

Q: When is Armed Forces Flag Day observed annually in India?
a. November 11
b. December 7
c. January 1
d. March 15

Answer

Ans : b. December 7
Detail News

Answer

Ans : b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
Detail News

Q: Where was the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 held in December 2023?
a. New Delhi
b. Dehradun
c. Mumbai
d. Jaipur

Answer

Ans : b. Dehradun
Detail News

Q. Where is the Forest Research Institute located?
A. Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
C. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
D. Guwahati, Assam.

Answer

Ans : B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Detail News

Daily Current Affairs : 08 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun

08/12/2023

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun on December 8, 2023.

The two-day summit is organized under the theme of “peace to prosperity” and has attracted thousands of investors and delegates from around the world.
Notable participants include Union Ministers, Ambassadors from various countries, and leading industrialists.
Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami highlighted the state government’s preparations for the summit, including the introduction of more than 27 new policies and amendments to existing policies.
The state government has created a land bank of seven thousand acres to facilitate the establishment of new industries in Uttarakhand.

Q: Where was the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 held in December 2023?

a. New Delhi
b. Dehradun
c. Mumbai
d. Jaipur

Ans : b. Dehradun

Q. Where is the Forest Research Institute located?

A. Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
C. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
D. Guwahati, Assam.

Ans : B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards

08/12/2023

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards in New Delhi on December 7.

The Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards is an annual event that celebrates renowned leaders around 45 years of age. The awards honor the legacy and vision of Late Lakshmipat Singhania, a pioneering Indian industrialist, by annually acknowledging outstanding transformational leaders who have taken concrete steps to make our nation stronger.

Q: What is the main purpose of the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards?

a. To celebrate young leaders under 30 years old
b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
c. To honor leaders from various industries
d. To recognize leaders with international acclaim

Ans : b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age

Armed Forces Flag Day : December 7

08/12/2023

Armed Forces Flag Day in India, observed annually on December 7 since 1949, pays tribute to the soldiers and veterans of the armed forces. The day highlights the courage, dedication, and professionalism of armed forces personnel, acknowledging their role in safeguarding the nation from both external and internal threats.

The historical significance of Armed Forces Flag Day dates back to August 28, 1949, when the Ministry of Defence designated it as a day for remembrance and fundraising. The concept involves distributing small flags to the public and collecting donations. The funds collected contribute to the rehabilitation of battle casualties, welfare of serving personnel and their families, and resettlement and welfare of ex-servicemen and their families.

Q: When is Armed Forces Flag Day observed annually in India?

a. November 11
b. December 7
c. January 1
d. March 15

Ans : b. December 7

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 07 December 2023

07/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 07 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 07 December 2023

Q: Which cultural item from Gujarat was included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity in December 2023?
a) Bhangra
b) Garba
c) Kathak kali
d) Kuchipudi

Answer

Ans : b) Garba
Detail News

Q: Who is the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?
a) General Bipin Rawat
b) Admiral Karambir Singh
c) Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria
d) General Anil Chauhan

Answer

Answer: d) General Anil Chauhan
Detail News

Q: What type of natural disaster prompted India to provide immediate relief assistance to Papua New Guinea?
a. Earthquake
b. Tsunami
c. Volcanic eruption
d. Cyclone

Answer

Answer: c. Volcanic eruption
Detail News

Daily Current Affairs : 07 December 2023 in Hindi Click Here

India to provide relief assistance of one million dollars to Papua New Guinea in wake of volcanic eruption

07/12/2023

India has announced immediate relief assistance of one million dollars to Papua New Guinea in response to a volcanic eruption on November 20th.
The eruption of Mount Ulawun in Papua New Guinea led to the evacuation of over 26 thousand people and created urgent humanitarian needs.
New Delhi extended the relief assistance to support relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction efforts in Papua New Guinea, considering it a close friend and development partner under the Forum for India-Pacific Islands Cooperation.
The External Affairs Ministry expressed sympathy to the Government and people of Papua New Guinea for the damage and destruction caused by the volcanic eruption.

Q: What type of natural disaster prompted India to provide immediate relief assistance to Papua New Guinea?

a. Earthquake
b. Tsunami
c. Volcanic eruption
d. Cyclone

Answer: c. Volcanic eruption

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan presided over the first session of the Combined Leadership Conclave in New Delhi

07/12/2023

Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan presided over the first session of the Combined Leadership Conclave in New Delhi on December 6, 2023.
The conclave spans three days and concentrates on geo-strategic issues, national security, defense, emerging security challenges, and self-reliance in defense.
General Chauhan provided insights into modern warfare and national security during the session, according to a statement from the Defence Ministry.
The conclave serves as a development program for senior officers of the three services, with a specific focus on regional and national security issues.

Q: Who is the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?

a) General Bipin Rawat
b) Admiral Karambir Singh
c) Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria
d) General Anil Chauhan

Answer:d) General Anil Chauhan

Garba of Gujarat inscribed in the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by UNESCO

07/12/2023

Garba of Gujarat added to UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural Heritage list.
Decision made at UNESCO convention in Botswana on December 6, 2023.
Garba is the 15th ICH element from India.
Inclusion in UNESCO list showcases Indian culture to the world.

Q: Which cultural item from Gujarat was included in the UNESCO List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity in December 2023?

a) Bhangra
b) Garba
c) Kathak kali
d) Kuchipudi

Ans : b) Garba

Daily Current Affairs MCQ : 06 December 2023

06/12/2023

Daily Current Affairs : 06 December 2023, MCQ questions with detail explanation and extra fact for the preparation of competitive exams.

Daily MCQs : 06 December 2023

Q: Who has been announced as the next Chief Minister of Telangana by the Congress party?
a) K C Venugopal
b) Mallikarjun Kharge
c) A Revanth Reddy
d) D.K. Shivakumar

Answer

Ans : c) A Revanth Reddy
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Q: Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crossed which state’s coast in December 2023?
a) Tamil Nadu
b) Kerala
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Odisha

Answer

Ans : c) Andhra Pradesh
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Answer

Ans : c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander
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ISRO Moves Chandrayaan Orbiter from Moon to Earth Orbit

06/12/2023

Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) successfully shifted the Chandrayaan orbiter, also known as the Propulsion Module, from the Moon to Earth.

Previously, ISRO accomplished the historic touchdown of the Vikram lander and the deployment of the Pragyan rover on the lunar surface near the south pole on August 23rd, 2023.

After more than one month of operations in lunar orbit, the Propulsion Module had over 100 kgs of fuel. ISRO decided to utilize the remaining fuel to gather additional information for future lunar missions.

The Propulsion Module was successfully maneuvered to an orbit around Earth. The SHAPE payload on the module will now be utilized for Earth observation.

Q: What historic achievement did ISRO accomplish on August 23rd related to Chandrayaan?

a) Successful return to Earth
b) Deployment of Pragyan rover
c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander
d) Earth observation mission

Ans : c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander

Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crosses south Andhra Pradesh coast

06/12/2023

Cyclone “Michaung” Crossing and Movement:
- On December 5, 2023, Severe Cyclonic Storm ‘Michaung’ crossed the South Andhra Pradesh coast close to Bapatla at 1330 hours.
- Moved northwards with a speed of 10 kmph during the past 06 hours.
Weakening and Wind Speed Forecast:
- The storm is expected to weaken into a cyclonic storm.
- Forecasted maximum sustained wind speed of 80-90 kmph, gusting to 100 kmph.
Impact on Odisha:
- Anticipated heavy rains in most parts of southern Odisha and the coastal region of the state.
Impact on Tamil Nadu and Puducherry:
- North coastal Tamil Nadu and Puducherry expected to experience light to moderate rainfall in most places.
- Isolated heavy rainfall forecasted on Tuesday morning, decreasing thereafter.

Q: Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crossed which state’s coast in December 2023?

a) Tamil Nadu
b) Kerala
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Odisha

Ans : c) Andhra Pradesh

Revanth Reddy will be the next chief minister of Telangana

06/12/2023

Telangana Pradesh Congress President A Revanth Reddy announced as the next Chief Minister of Telangana. Swearing-in ceremony scheduled for Thursday, the 7th December 2023 at LB Stadium Hyderabad.

Fifty-four-year-old Revanth Reddy was credited for the Congress’ thumping victory in the recently-concluded Assembly elections, wherein it secured a clear majority of 64 seats. He was also the party’s poster boy for its campaign.

Q: Who has been announced as the next Chief Minister of Telangana by the Congress party?

a) K C Venugopal
b) Mallikarjun Kharge
c) A Revanth Reddy
d) D.K. Shivakumar

Answer: c) A Revanth Reddy