Which Country has developed a Laser-based Aerial defense system?
- A. Israel
- B. Australia
- C. Iran
- D. Germany
Correct Answer: A. Israel
Israel gets a breakthrough in development of advanced laser air defence system. Once a laser is locked onto its target it would “take about a second” to eliminate a threat.
Correct Answer: C. Chandrayaan-3
The launch of Chandrayaan-3 took place on 14 July 2023, and the lunar injection of 100 km circular polar orbit was completed successfully as part of phase one. The lander and rover are expect to land near the lunar south pole region on 23 August 2023. The Chandrayaan-3 mission is a stepping stone toward ISRO’s future interplanetary missions.
Correct Answer: A. UAE
Correct Answer: D. Afghanistan
Experts blamed poor Taliban governance and international policies for the humanitarian crisis in Afghanistan where more than 90 percent of the households go hungry, says a report published on December 5, 2022. The UN World Food Programme (WFP) has already described this as the worst humanitarian crisis on Earth while the international community still ponders how to help Afghans without benefiting the Taliban.
Correct Answer: C. 5 Years
The United States of America rejoin as a member of United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization after 5 years. The Biden administration had announced in early June that it would apply to rejoin the organization mainly because it was concerned that China was filling a gap left by the U.S. absence from the body. The 193-member UNESCO plays a major role in setting international standards for artificial intelligence and technology education around the world.
Correct Answer: A. Australia
Australia won total of 178 Medals in CWG 2022. Out of 178 medals, Australia won 67 Gold, 57 Silver, and 54 Bronze Medals.
Correct Answer: A. Mali
West African nations will closed their borders with Mali, cut diplomatic ties and impose tough economic sanctions in response to delays in holding elections. Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS), the 15-state regional bloc announced this stance, as Mali’s interim authorities have propose holding elections in December 2025 instead of this February as originally agreed with the bloc.