Banking, Finance & Economy Current Affairs Quiz – October 28, 2022

1. According to recent press reports, Netherlands is India’s third-largest export destination, ahead of China and Bangladesh. Which is India’s second-largest export destination? [A] UAE[B] Indonesia[C] Japan[D] Brazil Show Answer Correct Answer: A [UAE] Notes:The US and the UAE continue ..

Restriction of Glyphosate

The Indian Government officially restricted the use of popular herbicide glyphosate. What is glyphosate? Glyphosate is an herbicide that is applied on the leaves to kill both broadleaf plants and grasses. It is a non-selective herbicide that can kill almost ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

2022 NDC synthesis report

The 2022 NDC synthesis report was released by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) ahead of the COP27 that is set to held in November this year. What is NDC synthesis report? The UNFCCC’s synthesis report is ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

Emissions Gap Report 2022

The report titled “Emissions Gap Report 2022-The Closing Window” was released recently by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP). What is Emissions Gap Report? Emission Gap Reports assess the gap between countries’ pledges on emission reduction and the reduction required ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Reports & Indexes Current Affairs

2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference

The 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) is set to be held from November 6 to 18 this year. What is COP? The Conference of Parties (COP) is the apex decision making body responsible for monitoring and reviewing the ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Environment Current Affairs • Summits and Conferences

PM Modi launches Mission LiFE

Prime Minister Modi launched Mission LiFE movement at the Statue of Unity in Gujarat. Who conceptualized the idea of Mission LiFE? NITI Aayog conceptualized the idea of Mission LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment). What is Mission LiFE? Mission LiFE was introduced ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: India Nation & States Current Affairs

Daily Current Affairs Quiz : October 27, 2022

1. Minicoy Thundi Beach and Kadmat Beach, which were added to the list of ‘Blue Flag Beaches’, are located in which state/UT? [A] Maharashtra[B] Kerala[C] Lakshadweep[D] Andaman and Nicobar Show Answer Correct Answer: C [Lakshadweep] Notes:Two beaches from Lakshadweep Minicoy ..

Daily UPSC Prelims Current Affairs – October 20, 2022

1. Which of the following rivers are right bank tributaries of Godavari? Pravara Manjira Maner Purna Indravathi Choose the correct answer using the codes given below: [A] Only 1, 2 & 3[B] Only 3, 4 & 5[C] Only 1, 2, ..

Infantry Day – Update (October, 2022)

The 76th Infantry Day was celebrated by the Indian Army recently. When is Infantry Day celebrated? Infantry Day is observed on October 27 each year to give recognition to the contributions of Infantry – the largest fighting arm of the ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Defence Current Affairs • Important Days & Events Current Affairs

What is Delhi SAMRIDDHI Scheme?

Delhi Lieutenant-Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena launched the SAMRIDDHI 2022-23 scheme on October 26.  Key facts SAMRIDDHI is short for Strengthening and Augmentation of Municipal Revenue for Infrastructure Development in Delhi. It is implemented from October 26 to March 31, 2023. ..

Month: Current Affairs - October, 2022

Category: Economy & Banking Current Affairs • Government Schemes Current Affairs