‘Bibi: My Story’ is the title of the memoir of which country’s former Prime Minister?
- A. Afghanistan
- B. Pakistan
- C. Israel
- D. Iran
Correct Answer: C. Israel
‘Bibi: My Story’ is the title of the memoir of Israel’s former Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. It is set to be published in November. The country is also set to hold its parliamentary elections in November’s first week. Netanyahu has previously written books including ‘A Durable Peace’ and ‘Fighting Terrorism’.
Correct Answer: B. Pakistan
Pakistan`s Hamza Khan trumped his Egyptian rival to win the 2023 WSF World Junior Squash Championship, on July 23, 2023. He became the first Pakistani to win the championship since Jansher Khan`s victory 37 years ago in 1986. In the men`s final at Melbourne Sports Centres, Khan triumphed over 15-year-old Mohamed Zakaria, who would have become the youngest-ever winner of the men`s event.
Correct Answer: B. Nepal
Nepal alongwith other Several nations, including India, Malaysia, Vietnam, and Taiwan, rejected the new edition of China’s national map. Nepal on Friday asked the international community to honour the political map endorsed by its Parliament three years ago as it rejected China’s new national map that shows territories the Himalayan nation considers its own as part of India. China on Monday released a new map in which the Limpiyadhura, Kalapani and Lipulekh areas -that Nepal considers its territories- were shown as part of India
Correct Answer: B. March 25, 2022
A giant diamond nicknamed The Rock went on display for the first time in Dubai on March 25, 2022, ahead of an auction where it is expected to fetch over $30 million. The 228.31-carat pear-shaped gem, which was mined and polished in South Africa more than 20 years ago, is the largest white diamond ever to come to auction, said Christie`s. After making its debut at the auction house`s Dubai branch, where it will be displayed from March 26-29, The Rock will travel to Taipei, New York, and Geneva, where it will be auctioned on May 11
Correct Answer: B. Dwayne Bravo
West Indies all-rounder Dwayne Bravo on August 26, 2020 became the first bowler to pick up 500 wickets in T20 cricket. Bravo achieved the feat of 500th wicket in his 459th match in the shortest format of cricket. He has taken the wickets at an average rate of 24.62 and an economy rate of 8.25. Sri Lanka’s Lasith Malinga is the second-highest wicket-taker in T20 cricket with 389 wickets from 339 matches.
Correct Answer: B. World Press Freedom Day
The World Press Freedom Day is being observed on May 3, to create awareness about the importance of press freedom and the role of journalists in promoting democracy and defending human rights. It also aims to remind governments of their duty to respect and uphold the right to freedom of expression as enshrined in Article 19 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. The theme for this year World Press Freedom Day is “Shaping a Future of Rights: Freedom of Expression as a Driver for all other human right.
Correct Answer: C. Humza Yousaf
The office is held by Humza Yousaf of the Scottish National Party since 29 March 2023, following the resignation of Nicola Sturgeon. Yousaf was elected as the nominee by the Scottish Parliament on 28 March 2023