Round No 1 - Current Affairs

India is the world’s second-largest tea producer after China. However, the tea industry in India has been facing a major setback due to the infestation of tea mosquito bugs. A type of pests, feed on the tender tea leaves and cause extensive damage to the tea bushes. This has led to a significant decline in tea production, where the production has fallen by around 50 percent over a decade. What kind of pest are they?

• Wheat curl mite

• True armyworm

• Mirid Bug

• alse chinch bug

In a closely watched election, Recep Tayyip Erdogan emerged as the winner in Turkey’s runoff election. The victory comes after a challenging period marked by Turkey’s worst economic crisis in a generation. Erdogan’s ability to overcome these difficulties, played a significant role in his success. Erdogan faced strong opposition from Kemal Kilicdaroglu, who posed as the main challenger in the election. Kilicdaroglu’s campaign aimed to save Turkey from what he saw as a potential autocracy under Erdogan’s leadership. Until which year did Erdogan secure his rule?

• 2030

• 2032

• 2026

• 2028

PM's Excellence Award is given to organizations that demonstrate significant breakthrough results using the balanced scorecard approach. For which sector was this award given in the year 2022?

• Sports

• Public Administration

• Entrepreneurship

• Education

The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) was found in 1949 and is a group of 31 countries from Europe and North America that exists to protect the people and teritory of it's members. Since 1949, NATO membership has increased from 12 to 31 countries through nine rounds of enlargement. Which country joined this organization in 2023?

• Colombia

• Argentina

• Finland

• Egypt

Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery in the Norwegian waters near Bear Island – the Borealis Mud Volcano. The Advancing Knowledge of Methane in the Arctic (AKMA) expedition unearthed this remarkable submarine geological formation. Submarine mud volcanoes are captivating natural structures that originate from the continuous expulsion of fluids and gases, including methane, from the seabed. These enigmatic formations offer a glimpse into the Earth’s dynamic underwater landscapes. who is led this expedition?

• David Burton

• 3. Beau Pruneau

• Laurie Di Vincenzo

• Stefan Buenz

The exploration of the universe continues to unveil exciting discoveries, and the recent detection of a dense exoplanet has sparked immense interest among scientists and space enthusiasts alike. One of the key aspects of this newly discovered exoplanet is its density. Recent calculations estimate the density to be approximately 14 g/cm3, making it considerably denser than many other known exoplanets. This finding raises intriguing questions about the composition and formation of this celestial body. What is the name of the star, this exoplanet orbiting?

• TRAPPIST-1

• HD-245134

• WASP-104b

• Kepler-90

The Minuteman III inter - continental ballistic missile (ICBM) has the longest range of operational missiles in the United States, with a range of 13,000 kilometres. Which country test - fired this missile?

• Israel

• North Korea

• Iran

• China

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) continues to make significant strides in space exploration, as it unveils its ambitious plans to send a spacecraft to the asteroid belt. This latest project, known as the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt, follows the UAE’s successful entry into Mars’ orbit with the Hope probe in February 2021.The spacecraft that the UAE intends to send to the asteroid belt is aptly named the Emirates Mission to the Asteroid Belt. This project aims to develop a spacecraft in the coming years, with the primary objective of studying seven different asteroids within the asteroid belt. In which year this spacecraft launch?

• 2030

• 2035

• 2028

• 2025

The world mourns the loss of Tina Turner, a true icon in the music industry. Known for her groundbreaking achievements, she made history as an African-American woman rock-and-roll artist in the ’60s and ’70s before becoming a pop sensation in the ’80s. Following her escape from the abusive marriage, Tina embarked on a solo career and became a defining pop musician of the ’80s. Her anthem of the decade, “What’s Love Got to Do with It,” solidified her status as a pop icon. With her electrifying performances and powerful vocals, she captivated audiences worldwide. What is the reason for tina's death?

• Heart Attack

• Natural Causes

• Dengue

• Virus

The International Labour Organisation (ILO) has released its next edition of the World of Work report, providing insights into the projected global unemployment rates and the need for social protection. As the world recovers from the impact of the pandemic, it is crucial to address the disparities in employment opportunities and foster economic stability. According to the ILO, the projected global unemployment rate for 2023 is expected to fall below pre-pandemic levels, reaching 5.3%, which corresponds to approximately 191 million individuals. While this indicates a positive trend, it is essential to consider the varying degrees of recovery among different regions and income groups. Which edition was released in 2023?

1. 15th edition

2. 8th edition

3. 11th edition

4. 5th edition

• 15th edition

• 8th edition

• 11th edition

• 5th edition