Which year has been declared as the ‘International Year of Millets (IYM)’?
- A. 2021
- B. 2022
- C. 2023
- D. 2024
Correct Answer: C. 2023
Correct Answer: B. India
India win ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup 2022 with a victory over England. India beat England by four wickets to win their fifth ICC Under 19 Men’s Cricket World Cup in the West Indies from 14 January – 5 February 2022.
Correct Answer: B. Australia
A recent study has reveal the existence of the long-lost continent of Argoland, which had seemingly disappeared after breaking away from Australia approximately 155 million years ago. This continent once formed the northeastern border of Australia during the Jurassic period
Correct Answer: C. Switzerland and India
In a joyous celebration of the enduring friendship between the two countries, Switzerland Ambassador Ralf Heckner said, “Switzerland is the only country that is celebrating 75 years of friendship with India”. The occasion, marked by a unique Swiss Art Night, emphasised the deep-seat values of peace, unity, and artistic collaboration that have characterised this remarkable partnership.
Correct Answer: A. Mynamar
The United States, Britain, and Canada hit top Myanmar justice official with sanctions on 31 January 2022 on the one-year anniversary of a military coup. The US Treasury Department placed sanctions on Attorney General Thida Oo, Supreme Court Chief Justice Tun Tun Oo, and Anti-Corruption Commission Chairman U Tin Oo, whom it said was closely involved in the “politically motivated” prosecution of opposition leader Aung San Suu Kyi.
Correct Answer: A. October 12
World Sight Day is observed annually on the second Thursday of October. In 2023, this important day falls on October 12th, providing a global platform for individuals, eye care professionals, and organizations to participate in activities that raise awareness about vision-related issues.
Correct Answer: D. $2.3 billion
The Islamic Development Bank (IsDB) Group board has approved $2.3 billion for the Islamic Development Bank member countries to mitigate and recover from the impact of the Covid-19 pandemic.