The World Climate Action Summit (WCAS) will be held on:
- A. 2 Dec, 2023
- B. 3 Dec, 2023
- C. 6 Dec, 2023
- D. 5 Dec, 2023
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- A. Edward Price
- B. Avril Haines
- C. Antony Blinken
- D. Jake Sullivan
Correct Answer: D. Jake Sullivan
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Who were the co-hosts of the first WHO Traditional Medicines Global Summit?
- A. World Health Organization and Government of India
- B. World Health Organization Only
- C. Government of India
- D. Representatives of World Health Organization
Correct Answer: C. Government of India
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Which country became the first Arab country to legalize marijuana cultivation?
- A. Egypt
- B. Sudan
- C. Jordan
- D. Lebanon
Correct Answer: D. Lebanon
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Which country has terminated its relationship with WHO over its handling of the COVID-19 pandemic?
- A. China
- B. United States
- C. Brazil
- D. United Kingdom
Correct Answer: B. United States
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What is the theme of the ‘World Post Day 2022’?
- A. Sustainable Post
- B. Post for Planet
- C. Covid and Post
- D. Delightful Post
Correct Answer: B. Post for Planet
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According to UN report released on January 10, 2023, which regions remained the worst in terms of child mortality in 2021?
- A. South Asia
- B. Europe
- C. Sub-Saharan Africa
- D. Both A and C
Correct Answer: D. Both A and C
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