Who won the 2022 Nobel Prize in Physics?
- A. Alain Aspect
- B. Anton Zeilinger
- C. John Clauser
- D. All of the Above
Correct Answer: D. All of the Above
The Nobel Prize in Physics 2022 was awarded to Alain Aspect, John F. Clauser, and Anton Zeilinger “for experiments with entangled photons, establishing the violation of Bell inequalities and pioneering quantum information science”. Their results have cleared the way for new technology based on quantum information.
Correct Answer: A. Bola Tinubu
Bola Tinubu, the former Lagos governor who is credit with helping the city-state increase its revenue base, has been sworn in as Nigeria’s new president. He took the oath of office from Chief Justice Olukayode Ariwoola in a colorful ceremony on 29 May 2023 in Abuja, the capital.
Correct Answer: D. Singapore
The 17th Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) of the International Labour Organisation (ILO) began in Singapore. “Integrated policy agenda for a human–centred recovery that is inclusive, sustainable and resilient” is the theme of the meeting.
Correct Answer: C. USA
The maritime border demarcation agreement between Lebanon and Israel, mediated by the US under the auspices of the UN, reached its final official stage on Thursday, with both sides unilaterally signing the proposal without any contact between them at the headquarters of the UN Interim Force in Lebanon in Naqoura. Lebanon handed over a copy of the agreement to US mediator Amos Hochstein, signed and approved by President Michel Aoun.
Correct Answer: D. Fatima Payman
Fatima Payman is an Afghan-born Australian politician and Senator of the Australian Senate after the 2022 Australian federal election. A member of the Labor Party, she was declared elected to the Senate for Western Australia on 20 June 2022 and began her term on 1 July.
Correct Answer: B. USA
The US Congress passed the National Defense Bill for 2023 this week that will effectively end the delivery of US humanitarian aid and currency to Afghanistan using Defence Department resources. It also closes the detention facility at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and limits the use of US weapons in Yemen.
Correct Answer: C. Itamar Ben-Gvir
Itamar Ben-Gvir is an Israeli lawyer and politician, who serves as the Minister of National Security. He is additionally a member of the Knesset and leader of Otzma Yehudit. He has been described as far-right on the political spectrum. On 3 January 2023, he visited the Temple Mount where the al-Aqsa Mosque is located, spurring an international wave of criticism that labelled his visit provocative.