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Who received the Aryabhatta Award for contributions in astronautics?
Which award was given to Amitabh Bachchan?
What is Kristalina Georgieva's position?
What significant event did the DRDO successfully test?
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Which of the following individuals is recognized for their work in cultural contributions?
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Who received the KISS Humanitarian Award in 2021?
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What role does Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi hold?
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Which individual won the Padma Shri Award for their contributions to arts?
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Who received the prestigious KISS Humanitarian Award 2021?
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Which award was given to Amitabh Bachchan?
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In which year was the inaugural award presented to Narendra Modi?
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Which organization awarded the Aryabhatta Award?
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What is the headquarters location of the International Chess Federation (FIDE)?
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Which prestigious award did Rezwana Choudhury Bannya receive?
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What is the main focus of the quote by Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam?
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Which award was conferred to Deepika Soreng during the Hockey India Annual Awards?
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What is the main purpose of the NOTTO-ID issued by the Union Health Ministry?
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Which organization received the 'Navratna' status recently?
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What is the significance of the Climate Clock installed by CSIR?
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Which temple, a first of its kind, was inaugurated in Pali, Rajasthan?
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What purpose do the GI tags granted to products serve?
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Which event marked India's advancement in gene therapy?
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What is the role of SEBI in relation to SCORES 2.0?
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Which of the following is a product that received a GI tag?
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Study Notes
Sports Highlights
- Casper Ruud claimed victory at the Barcelona Open tennis, showcasing his talent on clay courts.
- Saurav Ghosal announced retirement as India's most successful male squash player, marking a significant career.
- Prachi Yadav earned double gold medals at the Paracanoe World Championship, highlighting excellence in adaptive sport.
- Sreeja Akula is recognized as the top Indian female table tennis player, representing India's prowess in the sport.
- Narsingh Yadav was appointed chairman of a 7-member panel for the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI), overseeing key decisions.
- Usain Bolt and Yuvraj Singh served as ambassadors for the ICC Men's T20 World Cup, promoting the tournament globally.
- Mona Agarwal won gold at the Para Shooting World Cup, affirming her status in competitive shooting.
- Arjun Babuta set a new air rifle world record ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics, signaling potential for future success.
- The inaugural Gulf Youth Games took place in the UAE, fostering youth sports in the region.
- Harshit Kumar clinched gold in hammer throw at the Asian Under-20 Athletics Championships, showcasing young talent.
- The PCB appointed Gary Kirsten and Jason Gillespie as head coaches, aiming to enhance the cricket team's performance.
- Yuzvendra Chahal became the first bowler to take 200 wickets in the Indian Premier League (IPL), marking a milestone achievement.
- Yuki Bhambri and Albano Olivetti won the BMW Open tennis tournament, celebrating their competitive success.
- Novak Djokovic was honored as Laureus World Sportsman of the Year, recognizing his exceptional achievements in tennis.
Awards and Honors
- Prof. Meena Charanda received the International Culture Award from Kalindi College, Delhi University, celebrating her contributions.
- Amitabh Bachchan was honored with the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award, recognizing his impact on Indian cinema.
- Pavuluri Subba Rao was awarded the Aryabhatta Award by Ananth Technologies for contributions to innovation and technology.
- Ratan Tata received the KISS Humanitarian Award 2021, acknowledging his philanthropic efforts.
- Rezwana Chowdhury Bannya was conferred with the Padma Shri Award, honoring her contributions to music.
- Mohammed Salem from Palestine received the World Press Photo of the Year 2024 for excellence in photojournalism.
- Pavuluri Subbarao was recognized with another Aryabhatta Award in Astronautics for contributions in space technology.
- Deepika Soreng was honored with the Hockey India Asunta Lakra Award for Upcoming Player, highlighting her sporting promise.
National Developments
- Rajeev Kumar Sharma was appointed Director General of the Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD).
- Sanjay Nayar took over as the President of ASSOCHAM, previously serving as CEO of KKR India.
- Love Kumar became Inspector General of the Special Protection Group, advancing in law enforcement ranks.
- Manoj Panda was named a member of the 16th Finance Commission, contributing to economic policy formulation.
- Kristalina Georgieva commenced her second term as head of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), steering global economic policies.
- Vice Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi was appointed Chief of the Naval Staff, overseeing naval operations.
- DRDO conducted a successful flight test of the "Nirbhay" long-range cruise missile, enhancing national defense capabilities.
- The Council of Scientific & Industrial Research installed India's largest Climate Clock at its headquarters to promote awareness on climate change.
- The Indian Renewable Energy Development Agency (IREDA) achieved 'Navratna' status, recognizing its significant contributions to renewable energy.
- SEBI launched SCORES 2.0 for a streamlined complaint redress system enhancing investor protection.
Notable State Developments
- The world's first Om-shaped temple was inaugurated in Pali, Rajasthan, symbolizing cultural heritage.
- Eight products received Geographical Indication (GI) tags across India, protecting traditional crafts and foods, including:
- Sanjhi ceremonial craft from Mathura, Uttar Pradesh
- Matabari Pera dairy confection from Tripura
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Test your knowledge on the remarkable achievements of Indian athletes in 2023. From Saurav Ghosal's squash legacy to Mona Agarwal's gold in Para Shooting, this quiz covers various sports and milestones. Dive into the world of athletics and discover more about our champions!
