Singapore has dethroned to claim the title of the world’s freest economy?
- A. Hong Kong
- B. Singapore
- C. France
- D. New York
Correct Answer: A. Hong Kong
In a significant shift, Singapore has surpassed Hong Kong to claim the title of the world’s freest economy, marking the end of Hong Kong’s 53-year reign at the top. This shift is according to a report released by the Canadian think tank Fraser Institute. The Economic Freedom of the World Index, which has been tracking economic freedom since 1970, placed Hong Kong in second place for the first time.
Correct Answer: B. China
China has launch its first homegrown open-source operating system for computers state media said on July 6, 2023, as Beijing seeks to reduce its foreign dependence at a time of increased rivalry with the United States. The system, called OpenKylin, has been designed as a rival to the ubiquitous Windows and Mac OS systems.
Correct Answer: B. The Transformation of Education Begins with Teachers
World Teachers’ Day or International Teachers’ Day is observed every year on October 5. This is a day to celebrate, thank and honor teachers for their contributions to their students. This year marks the 28th anniversary of World Teachers’ Day and the theme is “The Transformation of Education Begins with Teachers”.
Correct Answer: A. State Bank of Pakistan
Islamic Finance News (IFN), an arm of RED money Group, Malaysia, has announced the State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) as the best central bank of 2021 across the world in promoting Islamic finance. IFN Best Banks Poll is regarded as a prestigious award in the global Islamic finance space. Bank Negara Malaysia stood second, while the Saudi Central Bank secured the third position. SBP has won this award five times in seven years. Previously, SBP was bestowed with this coveted award for the years 2015, 2017, 2018, and 2020.
Correct Answer: A. 59
On June 29, 2020, India banned 59 Chinese mobile apps, including the wildly popular TikTok and WeChat, over national security and privacy concerns just weeks after a deadly Himalayan border clash between the nuclear-armed neighbors.
Correct Answer: B. China
China blocked on 10 August 2022 a proposal by the United States and India to sanction at the UN Security Council a top commander in the proscribed Jaish-e-Mohammad (JeM) group, diplomats said. India claims Abdul Rauf Azhar was involved in the planning and execution of numerous terror attacks, including the 1999 hijacking of an Indian Airlines aircraft, the 2001 attack on its Parliament, and the 2016 attack on an air force base in the northern district of Pathankot. Independent counter-terrorism analysts believe there is no evidence to support New Delhi’s claims.
Correct Answer: D. All of the Above