What is the name of Russia’s first COVID-19 vaccine?
- A. Sputnik V
- B. Koronas
- C. Cosmos
- D. Meridian
Correct Answer: A. Sputnik V
Russia has officially become the first country to register the world’s first coronavirus vaccine. The Russians have named their vaccine “Sputnik V” a name that has been of some prominence in the Russian/ Soviet Union’s history. President Vladimir Putin said that the vaccine was safe to use and that one of his daughters had already been vaccinated
Correct Answer: B. October 15
Many people, government agencies, community groups and non-government associations celebrate the International Day of Rural Women on October 15 every year. The first International Day of Rural Women was observed on October 15, 2008. This day recognizes the role of rural women, including indigenous women, in enhancing agricultural and rural development, improving food security and eradicating rural poverty.
Correct Answer: B. Miami
Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed Bin Salman (MBS) has said that the country`s flagship project Neom will compete with US coastal city Miami in terms of entertainment, culture, sports, and retail.
Correct Answer: D. Qatar
2023 AFC Asian Cup will be the 18th edition of the AFC Asian Cup, the quadrennial international men’s football championship of Asia organized by the Asian Football Confederation (AFC). It will be held in Qatar from 16 June to 16 July 2023. The tournament will involve 24 national teams after expansion in 2019. Hosts Qatar are the defending champions.
Correct Answer: A. Everything Everywhere All at Once
Correct Answer: C. China
China has successfully launched the last satellite of its BeiDou Navigation Satellite System (BDS), onboard a Long March-3B carrier rocket. This BDS system is claimed to be a competitor to the popular Global Positioning System (GPS) of the United States.
Correct Answer: B. The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI)
The Indian cricket board responded to the national team’s defeat in the semi-finals of the Twenty20 World Cup in Australia last week by sacking their senior selection committee on Friday November 18, 2022.