Ex-Ayutthaya: India-Thailand Naval Exercise

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What is the capacity of the newly constructed stadium mentioned?

Over 5,000 spectators (correct)

5,000 spectators

6,000 spectators

3,000 spectators

What was the legal status of the eight former Indian Navy personnel in Qatar before the recent court decision?

They were under death sentences (correct)

They were given parole

They were acquitted of all charges

They were sentenced to life imprisonment

How long do the former Indian Navy personnel have to appeal their prison sentences?

30 days

90 days

60 days (correct)

120 days

Which of the following statements is true about the Nepal and India agreement?

The agreement allows Nepal to export 10,000 MW of power to India over the next 10 years Signup and view all the answers

What type of document was described as 'confidential' by the External Affairs Ministry spokesperson?

Court order related to the death sentences Signup and view all the answers

Who inaugurated the three cross-border transmission lines?

S Jaishankar and N P Saud Signup and view all the answers

What was the outcome of the appeal filed by the family members of the former Indian Navy personnel?

Commutation of death sentences Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of international relations is highlighted by the agreement between Nepal and India?

Energy trade Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance drone acquired by the Indian Navy?

Drishti 10 Starliner Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of the proposed three-year rollover plan by the Defence Ministry?

To allow every State and UT to showcase their tableaux Signup and view all the answers

Which airport was inaugurated by Odisha’s Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik?

Malkangiri Airport Signup and view all the answers

What does the ANUBHAV Awards Scheme aim to recognize?

Achievements of pensioners Signup and view all the answers

Where was the recent fresh oil discovery made by the Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)?

Near Kakinada’s coastline Signup and view all the answers

When was the ANUBHAV Awards Scheme launched?

2015 Signup and view all the answers

What is the role of the DRDO regarding UAVs in India?

Developing indigenous UAVs Signup and view all the answers

How many states have signed the draft agreement for the tableau rollover plan as of now?

28 Signup and view all the answers

What does the Ex-Ayutthaya naval exercise symbolize between India and Thailand?

Cultural ties Signup and view all the answers

When is the year-long Ramayan festival set to commence?

January 18, 2024 Signup and view all the answers

Jallikattu, the bull-taming festival, is primarily associated with which Indian festival?

Pongal Signup and view all the answers

What notable action did the Ministry of Home Affairs take regarding the Centre for Policy Research?

Revoked its FCRA registration Signup and view all the answers

Where was the first confirmed sighting of the rare Tibetan Brown Bear recorded?

North Sikkim Signup and view all the answers

Which legal verdict was crucial for the continuation of Jallikattu in Tamil Nadu?

Supreme Court verdict Signup and view all the answers

What is the scientific name of the Tibetan Brown Bear?

Ursus arctos pruinosus Signup and view all the answers

What cultural significance does Jallikattu hold in Tamil Nadu?

Celebration of masculinity Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Navy Cooperation and Cultural Celebrations

The maiden bilateral naval exercise 'Ex-Ayutthaya' between the Indian Navy and Royal Thai Navy took place in December 2023, highlighting cultural ties between Ayodhya (India) and Ayutthaya (Thailand).
India plans to host a year-long 'Ramayan' festival, starting January 18 from Purana Qila in Delhi, extending to cities like Lucknow, Ayodhya, and Varanasi.

Traditional Events and Legal Developments

Tamil Nadu launched the Jallikattu competition in Avaniyapuram as part of the Pongal harvest festival in January, following a Supreme Court ruling in May 2023 that lifted the ban after widespread protests.
The Ministry of Home Affairs revived the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Act (FCRA) registration for the Centre for Policy Research, a policy think-tank founded in 1973.

Wildlife Conservation Achievements

India recorded its first confirmed sighting of the rare Tibetan Brown Bear (Ursus arctos pruinosus) in North Sikkim, a species with the highest protection under the Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972.

Technological Advancements and National Celebrations

The Indian Navy received its first indigenous medium-altitude long-endurance drone, the Drishti 10 Starliner, with DRDO involved in developing a related UAV called Tapas.
A new Republic Day pact allows each State and Union Territory to present one tableau every three years, with an MoU signed by 28 States for the 2024-2026 parades.

Infrastructure Developments

Odisha's Chief Minister, Naveen Patnaik, inaugurated Malkangiri airport on January 9, supported by technical expertise from Biju Patnaik International Airport.
ONGC announced a fresh oil discovery in the Krishna-Godavari Basin, off Kakinada's coastline in the Bay of Bengal.

Legal Affairs for Indian Nationals Abroad

Eight former Indian Navy personnel detained in Qatar have been granted 60 days to appeal their prison sentences after the Qatari Court of Appeal commuted their death sentences.
The court decision occurred post an appeal from the families of the prisoners, with further legal processes involving a "confidential document" shared with their legal team.

Bilateral Agreements

During the 7th Nepal-India Joint Commission Meeting, India and Nepal established a bilateral agreement for Nepal to export 10,000 MW of power to India over the next decade, accompanied by the inauguration of three cross-border transmission lines.

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Explore the details of the first naval exercise between India and Thailand, named ‘Ex-Ayutthaya’. Held in December 2023, this exercise represents the cultural and historical bonds between Ayodhya in India and Ayutthaya in Thailand. Test your knowledge on the significance and outcomes of this bilateral collaboration.