December Current Affairs 2023 (Daily English) 15th December, 2023 Report a question What's wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. 84 1 / 15 1. In which Indian city did the largest collaborative reading event, surpassing China's previous record, take place, securing a place in the 'Guinness World Record'? a) Pune b) Kolkata c) Mumbai d) Delhi Pune made history by hosting the largest collaborative reading event, involving 3,066 participants, surpassing China's previous record, and securing a place in the 'Guinness World Record.' The event took place at SP College on December 14th, 2023. 2 / 15 2. Who were the recipients of the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2023? a) Pratham NGO and Sir David Attenborough b) Daniel Barenboim and Ali Abu Awwad c) Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and Aung San Suu Kyi d) Angela Merkel and Kofi Annan Daniel Barenboim, a classical pianist, and Ali Abu Awwad, a Palestinian peace activist, were jointly awarded the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace 2023 for their exceptional contributions to fostering peace and non-violent resolution in the Israel-Palestine conflict. 3 / 15 3. In 2023, which Indian state secured Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) worth Rs 50,530 crore from 300 companies? a) Maharashtra b) Uttar Pradesh c) Bihar d) Karnataka Bihar achieved a significant milestone by securing Memorandums of Understanding worth Rs 50,530 crore from 300 companies across various sectors during the Bihar Business Summit 2023. 4 / 15 4. In which Indian state does the USD 200 million loan agreement between the Government of India and the Asian Development Bank (ADB) aim to fortify power infrastructure? a) Uttarakhand b) Maharashtra c) Karnataka d) Gujarat The loan agreement is a significant step towards fortifying power infrastructure in Uttarakhand, to enhance quality, efficiency, and reliability through the introduction of modernized underground cables, substations, and power lines. 5 / 15 5. What is the name of the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute team's successful expedition, leading to the hoisting of a National Flag atop Mt Rhenock? a) Expedition Arctic b) Project Himalayas c) Operation Everest d) Mission Antarctica The Himalayan Mountaineering Institute team accomplished 'Mission Antarctica,' culminating in the hoisting of a 7,500 sq ft National Flag atop Mt Rhenock in Sikkim Himalayas at an altitude of 16,500 feet. 6 / 15 6. Who has been recognized as the Rising Star of the Year among women by the United World Wrestling (UWW)? a) Antim Panghal b) Bajrang Punia c) Sakshi Malik d) Geeta Phogat Antim Panghal, the 19-year-old wrestler competing in the 53 kg category, has been named the UWW Rising Star of the Year for her outstanding season, surpassing even senior stalwart Vinesh Phogat in the same weight class. 7 / 15 7. Which ship did the Indian Navy recently re-induct after extensive repairs and upgrades? a) INS Virat b) INS Sahyadri c) INS Tarmugli d) INS Arihant INS Tarmugli, originally named INS Tillanchang, was recently re-inducted by the Indian Navy after undergoing repairs and upgrades at the Naval Dockyard in Visakhapatnam. The ship had been gifted to the Maldives, renamed MCGS Huravee, and was returned to India after decommissioning in May 2023 due to changing diplomatic relations. 8 / 15 8. Who has been honoured with the Royal Society of Chemistry’s Nyholm Prize for Education for outstanding contributions to chemistry education? a) Prof. Savita Ladage b) Dr. Rahul Sharma c) Dr. Mahesh Patel d) Prof. Anita Rao Professor Savita Ladage, from Mumbai’s Homi Bhabha Centre for Science Education, Tata Institute of Fundamental Research, has been awarded the prestigious Royal Society of Chemistry’s Nyholm Prize for Education for her remarkable contributions to chemistry education in India. 9 / 15 9. Which constitutional amendment grants 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State legislatures and was extended to the Union Territories of Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir? a) 104th Amendment b) 103rd Amendment c) 106th Amendment d) 105th Amendment The provision of 33% reservation for women in Parliament and State legislatures was extended to the Union Territories of Puducherry and Jammu and Kashmir through the Constitution (106th Amendment) Act, 2023. 10 / 15 10. Which state's government has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) for a ₹3,000-crore Juice and aerated Beverages facility? a) Gujarat b) Maharashtra c) Karnataka d) Rajasthan Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages (HCCB) has signed an MoU with the Government of Gujarat for a significant investment of Rs.3000 crore to establish a manufacturing facility in Rajkot by 2026. 11 / 15 11. Which financial institution has approved a USD 200 million loan for the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0? a) International Monetary Fund b) Asian Development Bank c) Reserve Bank of India d) World Bank The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has taken a significant step in sustainable urban development by allocating a USD 200 million loan to support the Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, aiming for garbage-free cities in India by 2026. 12 / 15 12. Which two Indian sports legends became the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, marking a historic moment for Indian tennis? a) Yuki Bhambri and Ramkumar Ramanathan b) Mahesh Bhupathi and Rohan Bopanna c) Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes d) Ramesh Krishnan and Ashok Amritraj Vijay Amritraj and Leander Paes achieved a historic milestone by becoming the first Asian men to be inducted into the International Tennis Hall of Fame, showcasing their remarkable careers and elevating India to the 28th nation represented in this prestigious institution. 13 / 15 13. Which multinational automotive company recently emphasized India's strategic role in its global operations and outlined plans for the country as part of its Dare Forward 2030 strategy? a) Volkswagen Group b) Stellantis c) Toyota d) General Motors Stellantis N.V. CEO Carlos Tavares highlighted India's strategic importance in the company's global operations and unveiled plans for the country as part of the Dare Forward 2030 strategic plan. 14 / 15 14. What is the revised growth projection by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) for India in the financial year FY24? a) 7.6% b) 6.2% c) 6.7% d) 7.2% The Asian Development Bank (ADB) has increased India's growth projection for FY24 to 6.7%, attributing it to a robust 7.6% GDP growth in the second quarter, surpassing expectations. 15 / 15 15. Which specific type of cancer is the focus of the collaboration between DAE and IDRS Labs for the development of Aktocyte tablets? a) Breast cancer b) Pelvic cancer c) Colon cancer d) Lung cancer The collaboration between DAE and IDRS Labs aims to advance cancer care specifically for pelvic cancer through the development of Aktocyte tablets, representing a notable breakthrough in the field. 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