1. World Bank recently approved USD 250 million financing to which country to strengthen environment management?
[A] Pakistan
[B] Afghanistan
[C] Bangladesh
[D] India
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Correct Answer: C [Bangladesh]
Notes:
World Bank approved USD 250 million financing to help Bangladesh strengthen environment management and promote private sector participation in green investment.
The Bangladesh Environmental Sustainability and Transformation (BEST) Project will help the country tackle key pollution issues. An E-waste management facility will be set up to process 3,500 metric tons of e-waste annually.
2. Which country is the largest trading partner of India after China and US, as of 2022?
[A] Australia
[B] UAE
[C] United Kingdom
[D] Russia
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Correct Answer: B [UAE]
Notes:
The India-UAE trade is valued at USD 72.8 billion in 2021-22, making the UAE India’s third largest trading partner after China and US.
Abu Dhabi, UAE’s capital city is seeking more investments from India. Abu Dhabi has identified priority sectors including agri-tech, tourism, healthcare, pharma and financial services, where Indian enterprises can invest.
3. Which country abolished morality police known as the Gasht-e-Ershad or ‘Guidance Patrol’?
[A] UAE
[B] Iran
[C] Iraq
[D] Qatar
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Correct Answer: B [Iran]
Notes:
Iran has abolished ‘morality police’ known as the Gasht-e Ershad or ‘Guidance Patrol’. The unit was established in 2006 and their patrols were feared among women.
The custodial death of 22-year-old Mahsa Amini, who was picked up by the vice squads in Tehran and declared dead created public outcry and led to protestors.
4. Olivier Giroud, who was seen in the news, is a famous football player from which country?
[A] France
[B] Australia
[C] England
[D] Brazil
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Correct Answer: A [France]
Notes:
In the FIFA World Cup 2022, France defeats Poland and qualifies for quarter-finals of the tournament.
Olivier Giroud becomes all-time top scorer of France with 52 goals. Kylian Mbappé the first player to score nine World Cup goals before 24 years.
5. Which country is the host of the Asia and the Pacific Regional Meeting (APRM) of the International Labour Organisation (ILO)?
[A] India
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Thailand
[D] Singapore
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Correct Answer: D [Singapore]
Notes:
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.
