Summits and Conferences in Current Affairs MCQs
31. What is the theme of the ‘Summit on “Global Chemicals and Petrochemicals Manufacturing Hubs in India”?
[A] Sustainability and Circularity
[B] Sustainability and Fertility
[C] Sustainability and Chemicals
[D] Sustainability and Manufacturing
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Correct Answer: A [Sustainability and Circularity]
Notes:
The 3rd edition of the Summit on “Global Chemicals and Petrochemicals Manufacturing Hubs in India” was held recently.
Themed “Sustainability and Circularity,” the summit was organized jointly by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) and the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers.
32. Which city hosted the ‘UK-India Defence and Military Technology Cooperation workshop’?
[A] New Delhi
[B] London
[C] Pune
[D] Liverpool
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Correct Answer: B [London]
Notes:
Recently, International Institute for Strategic Studies (IISS), a London-based think tank, in collaboration with India’s Bharat Shakti defense platform, organized the UK-India Defence and Military Technology Cooperation workshop in London.
The workshop aimed to explore joint initiatives in defense research and industrial production, focusing on various themes such as the changing strategic context of UK-India defense relations, perspectives on India’s Atmanirbhar program, and the UK’s defense technology partnerships.
33. Which city hosted the ‘Global ESG Conclave 2.0’ event?
[A] New Delhi
[B] Dubai
[C] New York
[D] Malaysia
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Correct Answer: B [Dubai]
Notes:
The Global ESG Conclave 2.0, organised by Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India was held in Dubai.
The sessions were aimed to shed light on integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors into strategic business decisions and quantifying their impact on financial infrastructure and sustainability.
34. Which Indian has been chosen as the vice-chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC)?
[A] Raman Sukumar
[B] Renee Borges
[C] Raghavendra Gadagkar
[D] Aparna Watve
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Correct Answer: A [Raman Sukumar]
Notes:
During the election at the United Nations Environment Programme headquarters in Nairobi, Raman Sukumar, an expert on the Asian elephant, was chosen as a vice-chair of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC).
His appointment was specifically for the position of Working Group II Vice-Chair within the newly formed IPCC Bureau, which encompasses 34 members including the Chair and three Vice-Chairs.
35. Which city is the host of the ‘National Conference on Nalanda Buddhism’?
[A] Guwahati
[B] Patna
[C] Leh
[D] Shillong
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Correct Answer: C [Leh]
Notes:
The Indian Himalayan Council of Nalanda Buddhist Tradition (IHCNBT) hosted the National Conference on Nalanda Buddhism in Leh, Ladakh.
The conference covers three main topics: first, exploring the origins of Nalanda Buddhism by following the paths of the Nalanda Masters/; second, delving into the history and philosophy of the four prominent traditions: Nyingma, Sakya, Kagyud, and Geluk; and third, addressing the challenges and responses of Nalanda Buddhism in the 21st century.
36. Global Maritime India Summit 2023 is scheduled to be held in which state/UT?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] New Delhi
[C] Uttar Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The Union Minister for Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal unveiled a vision for India’s maritime sector, outlining key initiatives at the 19th Maritime States Development Council meeting in Kevadia, Gujarat.
Global Maritime India Summit 2023 is scheduled to be held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 17th-19th October 2023.
37. Which country is the host of ‘World Water Week 2023’ event?
[A] Sweden
[B] USA
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] Bangladesh
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Correct Answer: A [Sweden]
Notes:
The Director General, National Mission for Clean Ganga (NMCG) recently chaired an online session in from India, during the World Water Week. The session was titled ‘Peer Networking for Integrated River Basin Planning and Management’ having a discussion on the adoption of the river basin management approach.
The World Water Week 2023 (from 20-24 August 2023) is an annual event held online and at Stockholm (Sweden) with the theme ‘Seeds of Change: Innovative Solutions for a Water-Wise World’.
38. Which country hosted the 19th African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN)?
[A] Kenya
[B] Ethiopia
[C] Nigeria
[D] Gabon
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Correct Answer: B [Ethiopia]
Notes:
The 19th African Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) was held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
Environment ministers of the African continent have agreed to institute national and regional strategies to minimise environmental impacts in the extraction and processing of critical mineral resources.
39. Which city is the host of the ‘G20 workshop on Climate Resilient Agriculture’?
[A] Bengaluru
[B] Amritsar
[C] Hyderabad
[D] Chennai
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Correct Answer: C [Hyderabad]
Notes:
Union Agriculture Ministry has inaugurated G20 workshop on Climate Resilient Agriculture in Hyderabad.
The three-day G20 technical workshop is being attended by over 100 delegates including from India and abroad from G20 countries and invited countries. The meeting will deliberate on various issues of agriculture research predominantly on Climate Change’ and other techniques and methods for sustainable development of agriculture in the global context.
40. Nairobi Declaration was adopted in which summit?
[A] BRICS 23
[B] Africa Climate Summit 23
[C] G 20 Summit
[D] ASEAN 23 Summit
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Correct Answer: B [Africa Climate Summit 23]
Notes:
The inaugural Africa Climate Summit (ACS23) in Nairobi concluded with the adoption of the ‘Nairobi Declaration,’ aimed at giving Africa a unified voice on climate issues in international forums.
The declaration includes recommendations, pledges, and demands to strengthen Africa’s position on climate change. The declaration also highlights green investment opportunities in Africa and proposes a carbon tax on fossil fuel trade, maritime transport, and aviation.
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