Which organisation publishes the Food Price Index (FFPI)?
- A. UNICEF
- B. FAO
- C. IMF
- D. World Bank
Correct Answer: B. FAO
The UN agency, Food and Agricultural Organisation (FAO) has published its latest Food Price Index (FFPI) which tracks the monthly international prices of cereals, vegetable oil, dairy, meat and sugar. The FFPI averaged to 132.4 points in December, which is one per cent lower than the previous December. The FFPI was notably higher in 2022 than in 2021.
Correct Answer: B. Chico Aura Dwi Wardoyo
Indonesia’s shuttler Chico Aura clinched the Malaysia Masters badminton title after defeating Hong Kong star Angus Ng Ka-long. The 24-year-old Indonesian, who is ranked 45th in the world, triumphed over 28-year-old Ng in straight sets.
Correct Answer: D. Canada
Correct Answer: B. Nepal
A 6.4 magnitude earthquake hits Nepal on 4th November 2023. Nepal earthquake kills at least 128, toll could rise, officials say By Gopal Sharma. At least 128 people were killed and dozens injured in Nepal when a strong earthquake struck the western area of Jajarkot, officials said on Saturday, as houses in the area collapsed and buildings as far as New Delhi in neighbouring India shook.
Correct Answer: B. Lebanon
The U.N. Security Council unanimously approved a resolution Friday cutting the U.N. peacekeeping force in southern Lebanon and expanding its mandate to address U.S. and Israeli concerns about activities of the militant group Hezbollah in the area.
Correct Answer: B. September 25, 2020
Like other parts of the globe, World Pharmacists Day was also observed in Pakistan on September 25, 2020, with the theme “Transforming global health“. The purpose of the day is to draw attention to pharmacies and the positive benefits they offer when it comes to health
Correct Answer: D. Black Sea