Recently in November 2023, which country faced 800 earthquakes in 14hour?
- A. Germany
- B. Spain
- C. Iceland
- D. Netherland
Correct Answer: C. Iceland
In the wake of a series of approximately 800 earthquakes within a span of 14 hours, Iceland is on high alert, bracing for a potential volcanic eruption. The concerns have escalate with the recent discovery of a sinkhole beneath the evacuated town of Grindavík, intensifying fears of a massive volcanic event.
Correct Answer: A. 2 June 2023
The European Space Agency (ESA) recently celebrate a momentous occasion, marking the 20th anniversary of the Mars Express spacecraft. In honor of this milestone, ESA orchestrated a captivating live stream event that offered the public a rare opportunity to witness near-instant images from the Red Planet. Alongside this achievement, ESA also released a mesmerizing mosaic of Mars, providing invaluable insights into the planet’s surface.
Correct Answer: C. Orion spacecraft
Correct Answer: C. Five
Ecuador, Japan, Malta, Mozambique and Switzerland were made the new members of the U.N. Security Council for the two-year seats they won unopposed in June. The five countries would replace India, Ireland, Kenya, Mexico and Norway in the Council. The ambassadors of the five countries installed their national flags alongside those of other members outside the council chambers.
Correct Answer: B. India
As per the recent notification of the International Cricket Council (ICC), India retained the right to host the 2021 T20 World Cup. ICC also announced that Australia will conduct this year’s (T20 World Cup 2020) postponed edition of the World Cup Tournament in 2022.
Correct Answer: B. 6 Nov until 18 Nov 2022
The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference, more commonly referred to as Conference of the Parties of the UNFCCC, or COP27, is the 27th United Nations Climate Change Conference and is being held from 6 November until 18 November 2022 in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt. It will take place under the presidency of Egyptian Minister of Foreign Affairs Sameh Shoukry, with more than 90 heads of state and representatives of 190 countries expected to attend.
Correct Answer: C. China
A wild arctic wolf was successfully cloned for the first time in the world by a Beijing-based gene firm. The cloning of the Arctic wolf, also known as the white wolf or polar wolf, which is native to the High Arctic tundra of Canada’s Queen Elizabeth Islands, is considered a milestone achievement in conserving rare and endangered species through cloning technology. According to the company, the wolf named “Maya” is in good health. The donor cell of the wolf came from the skin sample of a wild female Arctic wolf and its oocyte was taken from a female dog. According to the Global Times report, Maya’s surrogate mother was a beagle, a dog breed. The dog was selected as the surrogate as it shares genetic ancestry with ancient wolves and hence, ensures success in cloning.