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[A] Maharashtra [B] Madhya Pradesh [C] Goa [D] Odisha Answer: Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh raised the financial aid given to women in the Ladli Behna Scheme from ₹1,000 to ₹1,250 per month. About 1.25 crore women will be benefited from this decision. Women in the 23-60 age group get the assistance if they are not income tax payees and the annual income of their families is less than ₹2.5 lakh annually. The Chief Minister also announced 35 percent reservation for women in government jobs. 2. Cabinet declared which day as 'National Space Day' in India? [A] August 20 [B] August 23 [C] August 25 [D] August 27 Answer: August 23 Union Cabinet has declared August 23 as 'National Space Day' to commemorate Chandrayaan-3's successful landing on the Moon. The Cabinet also applauded the designation of two moon locations as 'Tiranga Point' (the imprint of Chandrayaan-2) and ShivShakti Point (the landing site of Chandrayaan-3) in the release. 3. Which country’s military force has unveiled the artificial intelligence robot ‘Valkyrie’ for aerial combat? [A] USA [B] UK [C] Germany [D] UAE Answer: USA The Valkyrie, a next-generation drone, is a prototype, has been introduced by the United States military force. It will serve as a supplement to the fleet of traditional fighter jets. The robot is powered into flight by a rocket engine and it can fly a distance equal to the width of China. It has a stealthy design and is capable of carrying missiles that can hit enemy targets far beyond its visual range. 4. Which state/UT inaugurated India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) school? [A] Telangana [B] Kerala [C] Karnataka [D] Punjab Answer: Kerala President Ram Nath Kovind inaugurated India’s first Artificial Intelligence (AI) school called as Santhigiri Vidyabhavan in Kerala’s capital city, Thiruvananthapuram. The AI school is a result of a collaboration between iLearning Engines (ILE) USA and Vedhik eSchool. 5. Which racing driver clinched the Dutch Grand Prix for the third year in a row? [A] Lewis Hamilton [B] Max Verstappen [C] Charles Leclerc © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 2 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [D] Sebastien Vettel Answer: Max Verstappen Red Bull’s Max Verstappen clinched the Dutch Grand Prix title for the third year in a row. He was followed by Aston Martin's Fernando Alonso and Alpine's Pierre Gasly. Verstappen secured his ninth consecutive victory in Formula One, matching Sebastian Vettel's 2013 record. 6. Simone Biles, who was seen in the news, is a popular gymnast of which country? [A] Russia [B] China [C] Ukraine [D] USA Answer: USA Simone Biles wins a record eighth all-around title at the U.S. Gymnastics Championships, a full decade after her first national title. She won her first world title at the 2013 championships and she has won 25 medals at world championships, including 18 golds — higher than any men’s or women’s gymnasts in history. 7. An Se Young, who won the badminton world championships, is from which country? [A] China [B] Japan [C] South Korea [D] Singapore Answer: South Korea An Se-young defeated Carolina Marin to become the Republic of Korea's first women's singles world champion. The world number one played in her 11th final from 12 tournaments this year. Kunlavut Vitidsarn made history by becoming Thailand's first men's singles world champion after a final against Naraoka Kodai. He is now the sixth man to win both junior and senior world singles titles. 8. Which Union Ministry launched the sixth edition of Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2023? [A] Ministry of Education [B] Ministry of Home Affairs [C] Ministry of Science and Technology [D] Ministry of Electronics and IT Answer: Ministry of Education Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell and the All-India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) have launched the sixth edition of Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2023. Since its inception in 2017, the Smart India Hackathon has become a global model for hackathons and innovation frameworks. This event presents 239 problem statements, including 182 software challenges and 57 hardware challenges. 9. What is the name of India’s first space-based observatory, to be launched in September 2023? [A] Arun-L1 [B] Aditya-L1 [C] Kathir-L1 [D] Surya-L1 Answer: Aditya-L1 The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) is set to launch Aditya-L1 on September 2 to study the sun. The Aditya-L1 mission is the first space-based observatory-class Indian solar mission to study the Sun. It will be placed in a halo orbit around the Lagrangian point (L1) of the Sun-Earth system. 10. Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) directed which state to release Cauvery water? [A] Kerala [B] Tamil Nadu © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 3 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [C] Karnataka [D] Andhra Pradesh Answer: Karnataka Cauvery Water Regulation Committee (CWRC) has recommended Karnataka to release 5,000 cusecs of Cauvery water to Tamil Nadu for the next 15 days. While Tamil Nadu sought 24,000 cusecs to be given, Karnataka had indicated it would be able to supply 3,000 cusecs. 11. Which city hosted the recent meeting of Western Zonal Council? [A] Mumbai [B] Gandhinagar [C] Jodhpur [D] Amritsar Answer: Gandhinagar Union Home Minister Amit Shah recently chaired 26th meeting of Western Zonal Council at Gandhinagar, Gujarat. He also inaugurated an e-Resource web portal of Inter State Council Secretariat, Ministry of Home Affairs. This portal will facilitate functioning of Zonal Councils. The meeting was attended by Chief Ministers of Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa and Administrator of Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu. 12. Kishore Jena, who was seen in the news, is associated with which sports? [A] Tennis [B] Javelin Throw [C] Badminton [D] Table Tennis Answer: Javelin Throw Odisha’s javelin star Kishore Jena became the first from the state to represent India at the finals of the World Athletics Championship. At the World Athletics Championships in Budapest, he finished fifth with a personal best of 84.77 metres. 13. Which state raised the OBC quota to 27% in local bodies? [A] Gujarat [B] Assam [C] Jharkhand [D] Madhya Pradesh Answer: Gujarat The Gujarat government has increased the reservations for Other Backward Classes (OBCs) in the state’s panchayats and urban local bodies from 10% to 27%. This decision was made based on recommendations of the K.S. Jhaveri Commission, which was formed based on a 2022 Supreme Court order on deciding the level of OBC quotas in Gujarat. 14. Goa Shipyard Ltd signed an MoU for capacity building and collaboration in ship design and construction with which country? [A] Australia [B] France [C] Kenya [D] UAE Answer: Kenya Goa Shipyard Ltd and Kenya Shipyard Ltd signed an MoU for capacity building and collaboration in ship design and construction. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Kenyan Cabinet Secretary for Defence Aden Bare Duale held bilateral talks in New Delhi to promote military industry cooperation and deepen maritime security in the Indian Ocean Region. © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 4 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 15. Which Union Ministry extended the deadline for enabling Aadhaar-based payment for MGNREGA workers? [A] Ministry of Rural Development [B] Ministry of Finance [C] Ministry of MSME [D] Ministry of Electronics and IT Answer: Ministry of Rural Development As 42 per cent workers under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) scheme still not eligible for Aadhaar-based payment system (ABPS), the deadline for enabling Aadhaar-based payment for MGNREGA workers was extended till December 31 Earlier, the deadline was September 1 and this is the fifth extension by the Centre. This was announced by the Ministry of Rural Development. 16. What is the new brand identity of Tata for its electric vehicle business? [A] TATA.ev [B] NEXON.ev [C] TEV [D] TATA Electro Answer: TATA.ev Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, a subsidiary of Tata Motors, has announced the introduction of its new brand identity, TATA.ev, for the EV business. Tata has also revealed a logo for its .ev brand. The .ev brand will be used by Tata Motors’ Passenger Electric Mobility division and it will not cover Tata Motors’ electric commercial vehicles, as of now. 17. Which was the first major sports event to offer equal prize money to men and women? [A] BWF world championship [B] US Open [C] Australia Open [D] NBA world championship Answer: US Open The 50th anniversary of the U.S. Open becoming the first sporting event to offer equal prize money to men and women was recently held. The ceremony was attended by former U.S. First Lady Michelle Obama, former tennis player Billie Jean King, amateur player Gabby Bell, singer Sara Bareilles, and president of the United States Tennis Association Brian Hainline. 18. Which country has been recently hit by tropical storm Idalia? [A] Cuba [B] South Africa [C] Australia [D] India Answer: Cuba Western Cuba was lashed by tropical storm Idalia and is likely to turn into a major hurricane as it moves towards the Gulf Coast in Floria. Evacuations have been ordered by the officials. Idalia was churning around 80 miles off Cuba’s western tip. 19. The ancient city of Kalhu is located in which present-day country? [A] Greece [B] China [C] Iraq [D] USA Answer: Iraq © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 5 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 In a new study published in the journal Nature Scientific Reports, researchers have successfully extracted ancient DNA from a 2,900-year-old clay brick, uncovering a wealth of information about the plant life cultivated during that era. The brick analyzed in this study was found in the palace of the NeoAssyrian king Ashurnasirpal II, located in the ancient city of Kalhu, in modern day Iraq. 20. Which European country has announced a ban on wearing the abaya robes in schools? [A] Germany [B] France [C] Spain [D] Portugal Answer: France The French government announced its decision to ban children from wearing the abaya, the loose-fitting, full- length robes worn by some Muslim women, in state-run schools. France has enforced a ban on religious symbols in state schools since 2004, to uphold its strict brand of secularism, known as laicite. 21. As per the annual lightning report, which state recorded the highest number of flashes in 202223? [A] Maharashtra [B] Mizoram [C] Madhya Pradesh [D] Sikkim Answer: Madhya Pradesh Madhya Pradesh is found to be the lightning hub of India with maximum flashes of 987,095 in 2022- 23 and highest deaths of 340 per year, according to the fourth annual lightning report. It highlights that the country recorded more than 20 million lightning strikes in 2022-23, 60% increase in cloud-to-ground lightning from 2019-20. The Lightning Resilient India Campaign is a collaborative endeavour between the climate resilient observing systems promotion council (CROPC) and the India meteorological department (IMD). 22. ‘Kampala Ministerial Declaration’, which was seen in the news, is associated with which field? [A] Cyber security [B] Migration, Environment and Climate Change [C] Artificial Intelligence [D] Housing and Urban Infrastructure Answer: Migration, Environment and Climate Change A total of 48 African countries have agreed to adopt the Kampala Ministerial Declaration on Migration, Environment and Climate Change (KDMECC) to address the nexus of human mobility and climate change in the continent. It was co-hosted by the Governments of Kenya and Uganda with support from the International Organization for Migration (IOM) and the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). 23. Shinon Meeras, a centre showcasing the history of Dard-Shina tribes, was opened in which state/UT? [A] Jammu and Kashmir [B] Maharashtra [C] Goa [D] Jharkhand Answer: Jammu and Kashmir Recently, Shinon Meeras, a centre showcasing the history of Dard-Shina tribes, was opened to the public at the Gurez Valley in Kashmir. Dard is a strong community of around 38000 people living in the valley, which speaks the rapidly fading Shina language. The first such cultural centre has been curated and © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 6 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 developed by the Indian Army and the Lieutenant-Governor’s administration. 24. Which state launched ‘Gruha Lakshmi scheme’? [A] Kerala [B] Karnataka [C] Andhra Pradesh [D] Odisha Answer: Karnataka Karnataka government launches Gruha Lakshmi scheme, which aims to provide assistance of ₹2,000 every month to women head of families in the State. The scheme was launched by Leader of Opposition in Rajya Sabha Mallikarjun Kharge and Congress MP Rahul Gandhi. This is said to be India's largest money transfer scheme. Around 1.08 crore beneficiaries have been identified for the scheme. 25. Which company has launched a new mobile application called ‘Share(dot)Market’? [A] PhonePe [B] Paytm [C] BharatPe [D] CRED Answer: PhonePe PhonePe has entered into stock broking business with the launch of a new mobile application called ‘Share(dot)Market’, under its subsidiary PhonePe Wealth Broking. It provides market intelligence and quantitative research-based WealthBaskets, a scalable technology platform. It will be available as a mobile app and a dedicated web platform, enabling retail investors to buy stocks, engage in intra-day trades, buy curated WealthBaskets and mutual funds. 26. Gabon, which was seen in the news, is located in which region? [A] Africa [B] Europe [C] Australia [D] Asia Answer: Africa Rebel soldiers in Central African nation Gabon claim to have ousted their President Ali Bongo Ondimba. Rebel officers in the oil-rich central African state of Gabon announced they had seized power following disputed elections in which President Ali Bongo Ondimba, in power since 2009, had been declared victorious. 27. Which country/countries are the hosts of Asia Cup 2023 tournament? [A] Sri Lanka and Pakistan [B] India and Bangladesh [C] Nepal and Bangladesh [D] Pakistan and Afghanistan Answer: Sri Lanka and Pakistan The Asia Cup 2023 tournament kicked off across four venues in Pakistan and Sri Lanka. The 16th edition of Asia Cup is all set to start on August 30 and will end on September 17. A total of six teams will be participating. The teams have been divided into two groups and are playing against each other in roundrobin style. 28. Who was the founder of Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc)? [A] P C Mahalanobis [B] Alladi Ramakrishnan [C] Ramanujan [D] C V Raman © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 7 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Answer: Alladi Ramakrishnan The birth centenary of the eminent physicist Alladi Ramakrishnan is being celebrated in December 2023. He founded MATSCIENCE, The Institute of Mathematical Sciences (IMSc), in Chennai, and served as its Director until his retirement in 1983 at the age of sixty. The Institute will pay homage to its FounderDirector, by conducting The Alladi Ramakrishnan Centenary Conference at its campus in Taramani, Chennai. 29. As per Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry, how many Khelo India Centres will be established within a year? [A] 100 [B] 500 [C] 1000 [D] 2000 Answer: 1000 Union Youth Affairs and Sports Minister Anurag Singh Thakur announced that 1000 Khelo India Centres will be established within a year in the country. It will not only provide employment opportunities to former athletes but also give budding sportspersons a chance to take guidance from the veterans. To commemorate the National Sports Day, over 3500 events were observed across the nation. 30. Which team is the winner of FIDE World Rapid Team Championship? [A] WR Chess [B] Freedom [C] MGD1 [D] Speed Answer: WR Chess WR Chess has triumphed as inaugural FIDE World Rapid Team Champions. Altogether, WR Chess secured 22 matchpoints, Freedom finished on 20, and third-placed MGD1 had 18. WR Chess had one Indian- R Praggnananda, Freedom had two Indian players and MGD1 eight. When it comes to individual medals for board prizes, as many as seven Indians won either a Silver or Bronze medal. 31. Which state has decided to create a fact-checking unit to curb fake news on social media? [A] Karnataka [B] Kerala [C] Tamil Nadu [D] West Bengal Answer: Karnataka In a meeting chaired by Chief Minister Siddaramaiah, Karnataka Cabinet approved the formation of factchecking units to tackle ‘fake news syndicates’. The government would introduce legislation against the propagation of fake news and propose punishment for the spread of fake news. 32. Which Indian has won the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay award? [A] Ravi Kannan [B] Gautam Adani [C] Ghazal Alagh [D] Kailash Vidyarthi Answer: Ravi Kannan Assam-based Oncologist Ravi Kannan has been named one of the four winners of the 2023 Ramon Magsaysay Award, Asia’s equivalent of the Nobel prize. He is a recipient of India’s fourth-highest civilian award Padma Shri and the director of Assam’s Cachar Cancer Hospital and Research Centre (CCHRC). 33. What is India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) percent in the April-June quarter of the current fiscal (2023-2024)? © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 8 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [A] 5.8 per cent [B] 6.8 per cent [C] 7.8 per cent [D] 8.8 per cent Answer: 7.8 per cent India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP) registered a growth of 7.8 percent in the April-June quarter of the current fiscal (2023-2024), compared to a growth of 6.1 percent in the previous January-March quarter of fiscal 2022-23. According to official data shared by the National Statistical Office, India’s nominal GDP or GDP at Current Prices in the first quarter showed a growth rate of 8 percent as compared to 27.7 percent in the previous year’s first quarter. 34. What was India’s goods and services tax collection in August 2023? [A] Rs 1.34 lakh crore [B] Rs 1.59 lakh crore [C] Rs 1.65 lakh crore [D] Rs 1.72 lakh crore Answer: Rs 1.59 lakh crore The Goods and Services Tax (GST) revenues for August 2023 have shown a growth of 11 per cent yearon-year as it stands at Rs 1.59 lakh crore. The increase is due to increased compliance and reduced evasion. In August 2022, the collection from GST was Rs 1,43,612 crore. Out of the Rs 1.59 lakh crore GST collected, CGST accounted for Rs 28,328 crore, SGST for Rs 35,794 crore, IGST for Rs 83,251 crore, and cess for Rs 11,695 crore. 35. In the August, the number of UPI transactions performed which milestone? [A] 5 billion [B] 10 billion [C] 15 billion [D] 20 billion Answer: 10 billion 10 billion UPI transactions were performed for the first time in August in India, according to data from the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), which runs the real-time payments platform. The real-time mobile payment platform is likely to end August with around 10.5 billion transactions with the cumulative value crossing the Rs 15-lakh-crore figure for the second consecutive month. 36. ‘Bhaderwah Rajmash and Sulai honey’, which got Geographical Indication (GI) tag, is from which State/UT? [A] Assam [B] Jammu and Kashmir [C] Rajasthan [D] West Bengal Answer: Jammu and Kashmir Bhaderwah Rajmash and Sulai honey of Doda and Ramban districts of Jammu and Kashmir, have been granted Geographical Indication (GI) tags. In 2015, Prime Minister Narendra Modi had gifted organic Sulai honey to Queen Elizabeth during his visit to Britain. 37. What is the name of the World’s Most Advanced Arabic Large Language Model, which was released recently? [A] Gyaan [B] Ruez [C] Jais [D] Rooh © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 9 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Answer: Jais Inception, a unit of Abu Dhabi AI company G42, has released 'Jais', the world's most advanced Arabic large language model. Jais is a bilingual Arabic-English model that has been trained on a massive dataset of text and code. It can be used for a variety of tasks, such as machine translation, text summarization, and question answering. It was trained on the Condor Galaxy, the world's largest AI supercomputer, using 116 billion Arabic tokens and 279 billion English tokens. 38. Nilachal Flyover, which was seen in the news, is located in which state? [A] Assam [B] Sikkim [C] Arunachal Pradesh [D] West Bengal Answer: Assam Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma inaugurated the State’s longest flyover, named Nilachal Flyover after the Nilachal Hills near which it stands. It measures a total of 2.63 kilometres and starting from Maligaon Chariali to Kamakhya Gate in Guwahati. The flyover was built at a cost of ₹420.75 crore. 39. Renewable Energy Technology Action Platform (RETAP) is associated with India and which country? [A] Sri Lanka [B] USA [C] Russia [D] France Answer: USA The new U.S. - India Renewable Energy Technology Action Platform (RETAP) under the Strategic Clean Energy Partnership has been launched. RETAP was announced meeting in Washington D. C., between His Excellency Joseph R. Biden, President of the United States of America and Prime Minister Narendra Modi, when the two leaders announced the expansion of collaboration on new and emerging technologies to accelerate the clean energy transition. 40. ‘Rashtriya Poshan Maah’ is observed in which month in India? [A] August [B] September [C] October [D] November Answer: September Ministry of Women and Child Development is celebrating the 6th Rashtriya Poshan Maah throughout September 2023. Several activities are organised across the country with themes like ‘Improving Nutrition through Mission LiFE & ‘Exclusive Breastfeeding & Complimentary Feeding’. 41. Which institution launched the ‘Adopt a Heritage 2.0’ programme? [A] NITI Aayog [B] Archaeological Survey of India [C] Union Culture Ministry [D] Union External Affairs Ministry Answer: Archaeological Survey of India The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) launched the “Adopt a Heritage 2.0” programme under which corporates are invited to fund amenities at monuments from their corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds. The aim of “Adopt a Heritage 2.0” programme is to enhance the visitor experience at centrally protected monuments, improve amenities, and bolster the culture and heritage value of the country. 42. Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been elected as President of which country? © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 10 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [A] Singapore [B] Malaysia [C] Maldives [D] Mauritius Answer: Singapore Tharman Shanmugaratnam is the president-elect of Singapore. He was born on February 25, 1957. He is a popular politician who has won several parliamentary elections. In 2023, he resigned from all government positions and the PAP to run for the Singaporean presidential election. He won the election with 70.4% of the votes. Shanmugaratnam was previously the Senior Minister of Singapore from 2019 to 2023. He also served as Deputy Prime Minister for eight years. He studied at the London School of Economics, Cambridge University, and Harvard University. 43. Which space agency helps India in tracking the Solar mission Aditya-L1? [A] NASA [B] ESA [C] JAXA [D] ROCOSMOS Answer: ESA The European Space Agency (ESA) is helping India in tracking the Solar mission Aditya-L1. It is offering deep space communication services and assisting with the validation of new flight dynamics software developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO). 44. What is the name of the seventh and last stealth frigate of Project 17A, that was recently launched? [A] Kailashgiri [B] Mahendragiri [C] Sivagiri [D] Bharatgiri Answer: Mahendragiri The seventh and last stealth frigate of Project 17A, Mahendragiri, was launched at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. (MDL) in Mumbai. Under Project 17A, a total of seven ships were constructed, four at Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Ltd. , Mumbai and three at Garden Reach Ship Builders Limited (GRSE), Kolkata. 45. Which state launched the ‘Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chatra Protshan Yojana (MMCPY)’? [A] West Bengal [B] Odisha [C] Karnataka [D] Bihar Answer: Odisha The government of Odisha has launched the Mukhyamantri Medhabi Chatra Protsahan Yojana (MMCPY) to provide financial assistance to scheduled tribe (ST) and scheduled caste (SC) students pursuing higher studies in medical and engineering. Under the scheme, the government will reimburse the entire course fees. 46. Which country’s central bank Governors topped the ‘Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023’? [A] India [B] Sri Lanka [C] USA [D] UK © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 11 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Answer: India Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das has been ranked as the top central banker globally by US-based Global Finance magazine. Das has been rated 'A+' in the Global Finance Central Banker Report Cards 2023.Das has been placed at the top of the list of three central bank governors who have been rated A+. 47. ‘International Literacy Day’ is observed on which day? [A] July 8 [B] August 8 [C] September 8 [D] October 8 Answer: September 8 The Government of India has decided to organise a literacy week from 1st September to 8th September 2023 to celebrate International Literacy Day. UNESCO will celebrate International Literacy Day (ILD) on 8 September 2023 under the theme ‘Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies’. 48. National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) is an autonomous organisation functioning under which Union Ministry? [A] Ministry of Education [B] Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship [C] Ministry of Home Affairs [D] Ministry of Women and Child Development Answer: Ministry of Education National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) has been granted the deemed-to-beuniversity status by the Ministry of Higher Education, Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan. It was announced on the 63rd Foundation Day of the apex decision-making body for school education. He suggested setting up Augmented Reality, Virtual Reality and Artificial Intelligence labs in all seven regional centres of NCERT. 49. Which country has launched a new type of frigate named the Type 054B? [A] China [B] USA [C] Russia [D] Israel Answer: China The Chinese People’s Liberation Army (PLA) Navy has launched a new type of frigate, the Type 054B, China’s Ministry of National Defense. Type 054B is the larger and more advanced version of Type 054A, which currently forms the backbone of the PLAN (People's Liberation Army Navy). 50. Which country is set to send its representatives to China to stabilise its relationships? [A] India [B] Australia [C] USA [D] UK Answer: Australia Australia will send a delegation of industry, government, academic, media and arts representatives to Beijing for a dialogue with their Chinese counterparts next week to stabilise its relationship with China, as per Australia’s Foreign Ministry. Trade, investment, people-to-people links as well as regional and international security are among the issues up for discussion in the next talks. The high-level dialogue had been held annually from 2014 until it was stopped in 2020. © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 12 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 51. Which cities are the host of India’s first two FIFA World Cup 2026 Qualifiers? [A] Kolkata and Durgapur [B] Bhubaneswar and Guwahati [C] Mysuru and Bengaluru [D] Chennai and Puducherry Answer: Bhubaneswar and Guwahati Bhubaneswar and Guwahati will host India's opening two home matches in the FIFA World Cup 2026 and AFC Asian Cup 2027 Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 2, the All India Football Federation announced. India have been drawn in Group A of the Asian qualifiers, alongside Qatar, Kuwait, and the winners of the Preliminary Joint Qualification Round 1 fixture between Afghanistan and Mongolia. 52. Which company has launched ‘ALT ID’ solution for guest checkout transactions? [A] Paytm [B] PhonePe [C] Mastercard [D] VISA Answer: Mastercard Mastercard, technology company in the payments industry, has launched ALT ID solution for guest checkout transactions. ALT ID is a custom-made capability to create an alternate identifier for the real card numbers provided by cardholders during guest checkout transactions on e-commerce platforms. 53. Dr Shanta Thoutam, who received the World Innovation Award, is the Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) of which state? [A] Tamil Nadu [B] Telangana [C] Odisha [D] New Delhi Answer: Telangana Telangana Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) Dr Shanta Thoutam received the World Innovation Award at the first BRICS Innovation Forum hosted in Moscow. The award is given for outstanding contribution to the Sustainable Development Goal-4 that ensures inclusive and equitable quality education and promotes lifelong opportunities for all. The award was instituted by World Organisation for Development. 54. Who is the chair of the Committee set up to assess the viability of the “one nation, one election” concept? [A] Amit Shah [B] Ranjan Gogoi [C] Ramnath Kovind [D] Pratibha Patil Answer: Ramnath Kovind The Union government has formed a committee under former President Ram Nath Kovind to assess the viability of the “one nation, one election” concept. The members of the panel include Union home minister Amit Shah, ex-J&K chief minister Ghulam Nabi Azad, former Finance Commission chairman N K Singh, Constitution expert Subhash C Kashyap, senior advocate Harish Salve, and ex-Chief Vigilance Commissioner Sanjay Kothari. 55. Which country has emerged champions in the Men's Hockey5s Asia Cup? [A] Pakistan [B] India [C] Sri Lanka [D] Bangladesh © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 13 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Answer: India India emerged champions in the Men's Hockey5s Asia Cup, beating arch-rivals Pakistan 2-0 in a shootout after both teams were locked at 4-4 in regulation time. With the win, India have booked their place in the FIH Men's Hockey5s World Cup 2024. 56. Avinash Sable, who was seen in the news, is associated with which sports? [A] Shooting [B] Archery [C] Steeplechase [D] Tennis Answer: Steeplechase In Athletics, India’s Avinash Sable qualified for his maiden Diamond League Final after finishing fifth in the men’s 3000m steeplechase race at the Xiamen Diamond League 2023 in China. Morocco’s Soufiane El Bakkali, the reigning Olympic and world champion, won the Xiamen track and field event with a meet record. India’s Neeraj Chopra (men’s javelin throw) and Murali Sreeshankar (men’s long jump) have already entered the Diamond League Final. 57. Satkosia Tiger Reserve, that was recently making news, is in which state? [A] Odisha [B] Andhra Pradesh [C] Gujarat [D] Jharkhand Answer: Odisha In the Satkosia Tiger Reserve, two highly decomposed elephant carcasses were recently discovered. This reserve is situated in the Odisha, spanning across four districts: Angul, Cuttack, Boudh, and Nayagarh. The reserve covers a vast area of 1136.70 sq km, with 523.61 sq km designated as the core area. It's also part of the Mahanadi Elephant Reserve and serves as the confluence of two significant bio-geographic regions in India: the Deccan Peninsula and the Eastern Ghats. Satkosia's terrain is characterized by hills, moderate to steep slopes, and narrow valleys. The forest primarily consists of North Indian tropical moist deciduous forests and Moist peninsular low-level sal. Sal trees dominate the landscape, often growing in dense clusters, alongside species like Asan, Dhaura, Bamboo, and Simal. The reserve is home to a variety of wildlife, including tigers, leopards, elephants, spotted deer, sambar, chowsingha, barking deer, bison, wild dogs, sloth bears, jackals, giant squirrels, and porcupines. It also provides a natural habitat for two endangered species: the freshwater crocodile and the gharial. 58. The 12 feet high statue of Mahatma Gandhi was inaugurated recently along with ‘Gandhi Vatika’ in which city? [A] New Delhi [B] Surat [C] Mumbai [D] Kolkata Answer: New Delhi On September 4, 2023, President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, unveiled a 12-foot statue of Mahatma Gandhi and inaugurated 'Gandhi Vatika' at Gandhi Darshan, New Delhi. She praised Gandhi's global influence, highlighting his non-violence principles during times of world turmoil like the world wars. The President cited leaders such as Nelson Mandela, Martin Luther King Jr., and Barack Obama who followed Gandhi's path for world welfare. She emphasized the role of institutions like Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti in promoting his teachings through various media. 59. MQ-9B Predator Drone, that was in news recently, was developed by which country? © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 14 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [A] Israel [B] Russia [C] United States [D] Germany Answer: United States India is finalizing a Letter of Request (LoR) to the US government to acquire 31 MQ-9B Predator drones from General Atomics. These drones, a variant of the MQ-9 "Reaper," offer remote or autonomous flight capabilities and also carry strike missiles for precise target elimination. Developed by General Atomics, the MQ-9B comes in two versions, SkyGuardian and SeaGuardian. The Indian Navy already operates the MQ-9B Sea Guardian since 2020. With a payload of up to 5,670 kg, the drone can fly above 40,000 feet for 40 hours, making it valuable for surveillance, warfare, and expeditionary roles, including integration into civil airspace. 60. Which Railway Station was recently awarded the ‘Green Railway Station’ certification with the highest rating of Platinum by the Indian Green Building Council? [A] Chengalpattu Railway Station, Tamil Nadu [B] Hubbali Railway Station, Karnataka [C] Kalyan Railway Station, Maharashtra [D] Vijaywada Railway Station, Andhra Pradesh Answer: Vijaywada Railway Station, Andhra Pradesh Vijayawada Railway Station achieved the prestigious 'Green Railway Station' certification, receiving the highest Platinum rating from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC), a division of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) founded in 2001. IGBC serves as India's foremost certification body, offering services such as green building rating programs, certification, and training. They host the annual Green Building Congress and actively participate in global discussions on environmental issues. The station's rating considers six key environmental categories: sustainable facilities, health and sanitation, energy and water efficiency, smart and green initiatives, and innovation. IGBC's headquarters are located in Hyderabad. 61. ‘Kinzhal Missile’, that was recently making news, is developed by which country? [A] USA [B] France [C] Russia [D] Israel Answer: Russia The first Su-34 bomber crew to launch a Kinzhal missile in Ukraine received state awards. The Kh-47M2, known as "Kinzhal" (Dagger), is a Russian air-launched hypersonic ballistic missile capable of carrying conventional or nuclear warheads with a 480 kg payload, including a 10-50 kt thermonuclear option. It achieves speeds up to Mach 10 (12,350 km/hr) and has a range of 1,500-2,000 km. With an 8 m length, 1 m body diameter, and 4,300 kg launch weight, it's launched from MiG-31 jets at 18 km altitude, maneuvering throughout its flight to evade air defense. 62. Tharosaurus indicus, dinosaur fossils from the Middle Jurassic period, was recently discovered in which region? [A] Deccan Plateu, India [B] Thar Desert, India [C] Gobi Desert, China [D] Indus Valley, Pakistan Answer: Thar Desert, India Recently, scientists from IIT Roorkee made a discovery by characterizing dinosaur fossils from the © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 15 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Middle Jurassic period, unearthed in the Thar Desert near the Jaisalmer Basin, by the Geological Survey of India. The fossils belong to a species known as Tharosaurus indicus, a member of the Dicraeosauridae family within the superfamily Diplodocoidea. These fossils represent the first dicraeosaurid sauropods ever found in India and are approximately 167 million years old, making them the world's oldest known diplodocoid fossils. The scientists coined the name Tharosaurus indicus, drawing from "Tharo" (referring to the Thar desert), "sauros" (Greek for lizard), and "indicus" (indicating its Indian origin). These dinos were distinct within their family, characterized by smaller size and shorter necks and tails compared to their long-necked sauropod counterparts. Sauropods originated during the Jurassic period around 200 million years ago and were a dominant group of dinosaurs, surviving until the late Cretaceous period, when dinosaurs met their demise. While dicraeosaurid fossils have been found in other parts of the world, this discovery sheds new light on prehistoric India's biodiversity. 63. Koraput Kalajeera Rice, which got Geographical Indication (GI) status, is cultivated in which state? [A] Punjab [B] Odisha [C] Andhra Pradesh [D] Uttar Pradesh Answer: Odisha Koraput Kalajeera Rice, known as the 'Prince of Rice,' recently received Geographical Indications status. Indigenous to Odisha's Koraput district, this aromatic rice has been cultivated for generations by local farmers. Resembling coriander seeds, it boasts excellent nutritional and cooking qualities. The rice, grown by the region's tribal communities for thousands of years, is celebrated for its black color, enticing aroma, and rich taste. Traditional wisdom suggests it aids memory, diabetes control, raises hemoglobin levels, and boosts metabolism. Moreover, this fragrant grain possesses various medicinal properties, including being antispasmodic, stomachic, carminative, antibacterial, astringent, and sedative. It thrives in areas like Tolla, Patraput, Pujariput, Baliguda, and Mohuli in Koraput district. 64. Gilbert Hill, a monolith column of black basalt rock, lies in which state of India? [A] Gujarat [B] Maharashtra [C] Tamil Nadu [D] Kerala Answer: Maharashtra The Maharashtra Government has proposed to transform Gilbert Hill, a 200-foot monolithic column of black basalt rock in Mumbai, into a tourist attraction similar to Dubai's Burj Khalifa. This geological wonder, formed around 66 million years ago during the Mesozoic Era, stands as a unique heritage site. Declared a National Park in 1952 and categorized as a Grade II heritage structure by the Brihan Mumbai Municipal Corporation in 2007, Gilbert Hill is one of only three volcanic rock outcrops globally. The site features temples and a small garden atop the rock, accessible via a steep carved staircase. This project aims to boost tourism and conservation efforts, preserving this ancient relic for future generations. The Mesozoic Era, during which Gilbert Hill was formed, spans from 252 million to 66 million years ago. It's known as the "Age of Dinosaurs," characterized by the emergence and domination of various dinosaur species across three periods: Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous. The era ended with a mass extinction event, marking a critical transition in Earth's history. 65. What is the primary purpose of the National Carbon Registry launched by the UNDP in August 2023? [A] To facilitate carbon credit trading between countries © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 16 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [B] To track emissions and invest in emission-reducing projects [C] To provide customizable software for carbon management [D] To promote digital public infrastructure for climate challenges Answer: To track emissions and invest in emission-reducing projects National Carbon Registry is open-source software that allows countries to manage their carbon credit trading data and processes. The software was launched by the UNDP in August 2023. It is the first of its kind to allow countries to customize the code to their specific needs. The registry is supported by the Digital4Climate Working Group, which includes the UNDP, World Bank, UNFCCC, and EBRD. The group aims to build a digital public infrastructure to address climate challenges and carbon markets. The carbon registry system allows companies to track their emissions and then offset them by investing in emission-reducing projects. For example, a company might invest in a project that captures methane from a landfill or replaces high-emitting lightbulbs with low-emitting LED lights. The registry's framework is based on globally recognized ISO standards. Independent verification bodies ensure that carbon reduction projects follow strict rules in offsetting. 66. What is the conservation status of “Stump Tailed Macaque”, as per the IUCN Red List? [A] Near Threatened [B] Endangered [C] Critically Endangered [D] Vulnerable Answer: Vulnerable Eight stump-tailed macaques were recently relocated to the Delhi Zoo from Aizawl Zoological Park in Mizoram. Also known as bear macaques, these monkeys belong to the Old-World monkey species, Macaca arctoides. They are primarily found in the tropical and subtropical evergreen forests of South Asia. Their natural habitat spans Cambodia, southwest China, northeast India, Laos, Myanmar, northwest Peninsular Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. In India, they inhabit regions south of the Brahmaputra River, including Assam, Meghalaya, eastern Arunachal Pradesh, Nagaland, Manipur, Mizoram, and Tripura. Stump-tailed macaques sport thick, dark brown fur, short tails (3.2-69 mm), and distinctive pink or red faces that darken as they age. Males are larger than females, with longer canine teeth used for social dominance. Their diet comprises fruits, leaves, seeds, insects, and small animals, often stored in cheek pouches. They move primarily on the ground due to limited tree agility. These macaques are classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List and are protected under India's Wildlife (Protection) Act of 1972 (Schedule II). Conservation efforts are crucial to safeguard their population. 67. Reserve Bank of India (RBI) introduced the Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (I-CRR) for which of these reasons? [A] To encourage banks to increase their lending to the public. [B] To absorb surplus liquidity resulting from the return of Rs 2000 currency notes. [C] To reduce the reserve requirement for banks. [D] To promote digital payment methods. Answer: To absorb surplus liquidity resulting from the return of Rs 2000 currency notes. I-CRR was introduced as a temporary measure to manage the excess liquidity in the banking system, which occurred due to the return of Rs 2000 currency notes. This reserve required banks to maintain 10% of the increase in their net demand and time liabilities between May and July 2023 to absorb the surplus liquidity. The RBI has decided to discontinue the I-CRR in a phased manner by releasing impounded funds in installments, as mentioned in the text, to ensure that the system liquidity is not subject to sudden shocks and that money markets function smoothly. 68. What is one of the primary objectives of the Aditya-L1 mission regarding the Sun's upper layers? © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 17 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [A] To explore the Sun's core [B] To investigate the solar wind [C] To study the chromosphere and corona [D] To measure the Sun's magnetic field Answer: To study the chromosphere and corona One of the primary objectives of the Aditya-L1 mission is to study the upper layers of the Sun, specifically the chromosphere and corona, to gain a better understanding of their behavior and interaction with each other. 69. What does the Language Diversity Index (LDI) measure? [A] The total number of languages spoken in a country [B] The decline in the number of mother-tongue speakers worldwide [C] The probability that two people chosen at random have the same mother tongue [D] The linguistic diversity of a country's population Answer: The probability that two people chosen at random have the same mother tongue The Language Diversity Index (LDI) measures the probability that two people selected from a population at random will have different mother tongues, indicating the linguistic diversity of a country's population. It ranges from 0 (everyone has the same mother tongue) to 1 (no two people have the same mother tongue). 70. The Viability Gap Funding for development of BESS aims to generate 4,000 MWh of BESS projects by? [A] 2024-25 [B] 2030-31 [C] 2035-36 [D] 2040-41 Answer: 2030-31 The Union Cabinet has approved the Scheme for Viability Gap Funding (VGF) aimed at fostering the development of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). This scheme aspires to generate 4,000 MWh of BESS projects by 2030-31, backed by up to 40% capital cost support in the form of VGF. the scheme seeks to provide clean, reliable, and cost-effective electricity to citizens. With an initial outlay of Rs. 9,400 crores, it aims to achieve a Levelized Cost of Storage (LCoS) ranging from Rs. 5.50-6.60 per kWh. 71. Which city is the host of Transnational Grid Interconnections for One Sun, One World, One Grid (OSOWOG) Conference? [A] New Delhi [B] Mumbai [C] Gandhi Nagar [D] Bengaluru Answer: New Delhi In preparation for the 18th G20 Summit, a Conference titled Transnational GridInterconnections for One Sun, One World, One Grid (OSOWOG) took place in New Delhi. Organized by Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), this event highlighted the significance of cross-border grid interconnections in the context of global energy sustainability. 72. India has imported Date Palm tree from which country, as part of sapling planting event under G-20 Summit? [A] Saudi Arabia [B] UAE [C] Oman [D] Bahrain © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 18 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Answer: Saudi Arabia India is set to host the G20 Summit, and as part of the event, visiting leaders will plant saplings of native trees from 17 different countries. It aims to promote environmental awareness and symbolize cooperation among nations. Saplings of native plants have been imported from both G20 member countries and other invitee nations. India has imported trees like the Date Palm from Saudi Arabia, Olive from Italy and Turkey, and Camphor Laurel from China and Japan. For the invitee countries, saplings include the Ghaf tree from the UAE, Frankincense from Oman, Frangipani from Mauritius, and Mango tree from Bangladesh. 73. Which institution launched ‘Hello! UPI – Conversational Payments on UPI’? [A] NASSCOM [B] NPCI [C] RBI [D] SEBI Answer: NPCI The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a set of innovative digital payment products during the Global Fintech Fest 2023 in Mumbai. ‘Credit Line on UPI’ enables pre-sanctioned credit lines from banks via the Unified Payments Interface (UPI), providing users with access to instant credit. ‘UPI LITE X’ facilitates offline payments, while ‘UPI Tap & Pay’ enhances digital payments through Near Field Communication (NFC) technology for QR code-based transactions. ‘Hello! UPI – Conversational Payments on UPI’ allows voice-enabled UPI payments in Hindi and English through UPI apps, telecom calls, and IoT devices. 74. Zhen Hua 15, a project cargo vessel, which has commenced its maiden voyage from the East China Sea to the coast of Kerala, is from which country? [A] Japan [B] Hong Kong [C] Taiwan [D] South Korea Answer: Hong Kong The Zhen Hua 15, a project cargo vessel flying the Hong Kong flag, has commenced its maiden voyage from the East China Sea to the coast of Kerala. This vessel carries one quay crane and two-yard cranes is destined for the Vizhinjam international seaport in Kerala. Port authorities in Kerala ordered eight quay cranes and 24-yard cranes from Zhenhua Port Machinery Company in Shanghai, China. 75. Which country’s Supreme Court has decriminalized abortion across the country? [A] Qatar [B] Mexico [C] Chile [D] Italy Answer: Mexico Mexico's Supreme Court has made a decision by ruling that all federal criminal penalties for abortion are unconstitutional, effectively decriminalizing abortion across the country. This decision does not automatically guarantee access to abortion for all Mexican women, as the country has a federal system with varying state laws. Some 20 Mexican states still criminalize abortion, necessitating further legal efforts to remove penalties and ensure access. 76. Which institution issued guidelines to strengthen cyber security and cyber resilience framework for stock exchanges? [A] RBI [B] SEBI © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 19 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [C] IRDAI [D] PFRDA Answer: SEBI SEBI issued guidelines to strengthen cyber security and cyber resilience framework for stock exchanges and other market infrastructure institutions (MIIs). As per the guidelines, MIIs shall maintain offline, encrypted backups of data and shall regularly test these backups at least on a quarterly basis to ensure confidentiality, integrity and availability. 77. Which company is the official sponsor of Indian contingent at Hangzhou Asian Games? [A] Byju’s [B] Amul [C] Odisha state [D] Tata Answer: Amul Amul will be the Official Sponsor of the Indian Contingent for the XIX Asian Games 2022 to be held in Hangzhou, China from September 23 to October 8 2023. As part of this association, Amul will use the integrated logo in its communication to celebrate the efforts of the sportsperson. The XIX Asian Games 2022 will feature 482 events across 40 sports. 78. Divya Deshmukh, who was seen in the news, is associated with which sports? [A] Golf [B] Chess [C] Squash [D] Tennis Answer: Chess Divya Deshmukh recently clinched the women’s rapid title at the Tata Steel Chess India tournament. The 17-year-old chess player from Nagpur earned the title of woman grandmaster in the year 2021 at the age of 15. She won the Asian Women’s Chess Championships title this year. She is currently ranked 7th in the list of the nation’s women’s players. 79. ‘Kala Jeera Rice’ is a famous food product from which state? [A] Odisha [B] West Bengal [C] Karnataka [D] Punjab Answer: Odisha A private company, Jaivik Shree Farmers Producers Company (JSFPC), applied for the GI tag for 'Kala Jeera Rice’ of Koraput, Odisha. The M S Swaminathan Research Foundation (MSSRF) in Jeypore, Odisha, has raised concerns over potentially excluding local farmers from its benefits. MSSRF argued that only government agencies should apply for GI tags to ensure broad benefits to the farming community. 80. Which city topped the ‘Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023 Clean Air Survey’? [A] Indore [B] Mysuru [C] Kochi [D] Panjim Answer: Indore Union Environment, Forest, and Climate Change Minister Bhupender Yadav announced the results of the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan 2023 (clean air survey). Indore, Madhya Pradesh, claimed the top spot among million-plus population cities. The survey, in its second year, included 130 identified cities under the National Clean Air Programme. Agra, Uttar Pradesh, secured the second rank, followed by Thane, © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 20 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Maharashtra, in third place. 81. Which institution released a report highlighting Growth of Online Gig Work in Developing Nations? [A] IMF [B] WEF [C] World Bank [D] NITI Aayog Answer: World Bank A recent report from the World Bank reveals that online gig work is on the rise globally, particularly in developing countries. The report estimates that approximately 435 million people worldwide engage in online gig work, with demand for such work increasing by 41% between 2016 and 2023. The report underscores the need for social protections and labor standards to address the challenges faced by gig workers worldwide. 82. Which institution has developed the ‘Military Combat Parachute System’ of India? [A] HAL [B] BHEL [C] DRDO [D] ISRO Answer: DRDO The Indian Air Force (IAF) recently conducted a historic test of the Military Combat Parachute System. It was indigenously designed and developed by the Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), an R&D lab of the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO). 83. Which company has introduced India's first UPI-ATM in partnership with NPCI? [A] Hitachi [B] Paytm [C] Pine Labs [D] India1 Answer: Hitachi Hitachi Payment Services, a subsidiary of Japan-based Hitachi, introduced India's first UPI-ATM in partnership with the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) during the Global Fintech Fest in Mumbai. This UPI-ATM allows customers to withdraw cash without the need for a debit or credit card. The United Payments Interface (UPI) is a mobile payment method operated by NPCI that enables instant and free fund transfers between bank accounts. 84. Which institution released the ‘Gender Snapshot 2023 Report’? [A] United Nations [B] IMF [C] World Bank [D] WEF Answer: United Nations The United Nations has released a report stating that the goal of achieving gender equality by 2030, as set by the U.N., is unlikely to be realized due to deeply ingrained biases against women in various sectors such as health, education, employment, and politics. The report, titled "The Gender Snapshot 2023," by UN Women and the UN Department of Economic and Social Affairs, highlights that active resistance to gender equality and chronic underinvestment are key factors slowing progress and even leading to reversals in some cases. 85. Scientists have discovered the fossil of Fujianvenator, a bird-like dinosaur in which country? [A] Greece © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 21 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 [B] China [C] Chile [D] Japan Answer: China Scientists have discovered the fossil of a pheasant-sized, bird-like dinosaur in Fujian Province, China, dating back to approximately 148 to 150 million years ago. The dinosaur, named Fujianvenator prodigiosus, has an unusual anatomy, with elongated legs and arms resembling wings. It belonged to a group called avialans, which includes birds and their closest non-avian dinosaur relatives. 86. Which country are pioneering efforts to grow fruit tissue in laboratories? [A] USA [B] New Zealand [C] Israel [D] UAE Answer: New Zealand Scientists at Plant and Food Research in New Zealand are pioneering efforts to grow fruit tissue in laboratories to address growing food security concerns arising from climate change. This program aims to produce fruit tissue from plant cells that closely resemble real fruit in terms of taste, smell, and texture. 87. One Week One Lab programme is organised by which institution in India? [A] CSIR [B] ISRO [C] DRDO [D] BARC Answer: CSIR The Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) is conducting a One Week One Lab programme from the 11th to the 16th of September 2023. During the event, the 37 CSIR laboratories across the country will portray their research outcomes and achievements. The event would be open to the public and they can witness CSIR’s academic and research initiatives. The programme will also include lectures, workshops, puppet shows etc. 88. Durand Cup is associated with which sport? [A] Cricket [B] Basketball [C] Football [D] Hockey Answer: Football The Durand Cup is associated with Football. Recently, Mohun Bagan clinched the Durand Cup 2023 trophy beating East Bengal at Kolkata. This is the 132nd Durand Cup tournament and Mohun Bagan team has won the trophy after 23 years. With this victory, Mohun Bagan SG became the first team in the history of Durand Cup to win 17 titles. 89. The Indian Army and Indian Air Force conducted a joint training exercise named? [A] Shravan [B] Nabh Shakti [C] Strike Shakti [D] Brahmastra Answer: Nabh Shakti The Indian Army's elite Brahmastra Corps in the Northeastern states recently conducted a joint training exercise called 'Nabh Shakti,' with participation from both the Indian Army and the Indian Air Force. The © 2023 GKToday | All Rights Reserved | https://www.gktoday.in | For printed books & notes visit GKTBOOKS.COM 22 Current Affairs MCQs PDF - September, 2023 Brahmastra Corps, also known as the 17 Mountain Strike Corps, has been established to carry out strike operations in enemy territory during conflicts in the eastern regions of India. 90. India has decided to settle WTO Poultry Dispute with which country? [A] Japan [B] USA [C] China [D] Pakistan Answer: USA India and the United States of America have reached an agreement to settle their longstanding World Trade Organisation (WTO) poultry dispute. This resolution was announced in a joint statement following a meeting between Indian Prime Minister and US President. As part of the settlement, India will reduce tariffs on various American products, including frozen turkey, frozen duck, fresh, frozen, dried, and processed blueberries and cranberries. 91. A report by which institution has stated that the window to reach climate goals is ‘rapidly closing’? [A] UN [B] WHO [C] IMF [D] FAO Answer: UN A new report from the United Nations has emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change, stating that the window of opportunity to limit global temperature rise to 1.5 degrees Celsius above preindustrial levels is rapidly closing. The report, part of the Global Stock take (GST) mandated by the Paris Agreement, highlights that while some progress has been made, countries are far from achieving