Stay updated with the latest national and international events with Vajiram and Ravi’s Current Affairs for February 10, 2023. Ideal for UPSC IAS, SSC CGL, State PCS/PSC, and other exams. Get the best and relevant current affairs for both UPSC IAS Prelims & Mains. Stay ahead of the competition with Vajiram and Ravi’s Daily Current Affairs that covers all the important topics for today, February 10, 2023.
#1. The next edition of the Asian Football Cup will be held from June 26 to July 16 in which country?
A. Argentina
B. New Zealand
C. France
D. Qatar
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Answer: Option D
Description:
The next edition of the Asian Football Cup will be held from June 26 to July 16 in Qatar.
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#2. The Chief Justice of which counrty is the Chief Guest of the 73rd Foundation Day of the Supreme Court of India?
A. Argentina
B. New Zealand
C. France
D. Singapore
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Correct Answer: D
Notes:
The Chief Justice of Singapore is the Chief Guest of the 73rd Foundation Day of the Supreme Court of India.
#3. Who promotes targeted tourism in India by identifying places associated with Ramayana?
A. Argentina
B. New Zealand
C. France
D. Sri Lanka
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Correct Answer: D
Notes:
Sri Lanka is promoting targeted tourism in India by identifying places associated with the Ramayana.
#4. The first G20 Energy Transition Working Group meeting began in which city?
A. Chennai
B. Bangalore
C. Shillong
D. Nashik
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Answer: B
Notes:
The first G20 Energy Transition Working Group meeting began in Bangalore.
#5. According to the 2023 Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) rankings, which college is considered to be the best for pursuing a Master of Business degree?
A. IIM Ahmedabad.
B. IIM Amritsar.
C. IIM Lucknow.
D. IIM Rohtak.
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Correct Answer: A
Notes:
According to the 2023 Indian Institutional Ranking Framework (IIRF) rankings, IIM Ahmedabad is considered to be the best college for pursuing a Master of Business degree.
#6. Which state’s health minister was shot and killed recently?
A. Telangana
B. Karnataka
C. Odisha
D. Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: C
Notes:
Odisha Health Minister Naba Kishore Das was shot dead recently.
#7. Dholavira is located in which state/UT?
A. Telangana
B. Gujarat
C. Odisha
D. Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: B
Notes:
Dholavira is located in Gujarat.
#8. Who will host the 2027 Asian Cup for football?
A. Argentina
B. New Zealand
C. France
D. Saudi Arabia
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Answer: D
Note:
Saudi Arabia will host the 2027 Asian Cup for football.
#9. The Nagaland government has signed an MoU with which company to export palm oil?
A. Amul
B. Nestle
C. Mother Dairy
D. Patanjali
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Answer: D
Note:
The Nagaland government has signed an MoU with Patanjali Foods to export palm oil.
#10. Indian Railways launched the Garbi Gujarat Tour under the Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat scheme to showcase the heritage of which state?
A. Telangana
B. Karnataka
C. Uttarakhand.
D. Gujarat
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Answer: D
Note:
Indian Railways launched the Garbi Gujarat Tour under the Ek Bharat Shrestha Bharat scheme to showcase the heritage of Gujarat.
#11. The Hajj Committee of India was established in which year?
A. 2008
B. 2012
C. 2002
D. 2016
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Answer: C
Note:
The Hajj Committee of India was established in 2002.
#12. Foxconn and Vedanta are planning to set up a semiconductor manufacturing unit with STM in which country?
A. Argentina
B. India
C. France
D. Singapore
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Correct Answer: B
Notes:
Foxconn and Vedanta are planning to set up a semiconductor manufacturing unit with STM in India.
#13. Last week, which counrty shot down a Chinese spy balloon that flew across it?
A. Argentina
B. New Zealand
C. France
D. USA
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Answer: D
Note:
Last week, the U.S. shot down a Chinese spy balloon that flew across the United States.
#14. The medium-density waste ice seen on the news was formed in a container filled with what material?
A. Stainless steel
B. Plastic
C. Paper
D. Water
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Answer: A
Description:
Scientists have recently uncovered a novel form of ice called Medium-density amorphous (MDA) ice. This ice shares the same density and consistency as water and was created by the researchers at a temperature of -200°C in a stainless steel ball-filled container. Unlike regular ice, MDA ice lacks a structured arrangement. This breakthrough could lead to a better understanding of water quality and its properties.
#15. India celebrates ‘India Energy Week’ in which month?
A. December.
B. September.
C. June.
D. February.
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Answer: D
Description:
India is celebrating the India Energy Week from February 6th to 9th. The purpose of this three-day event is to highlight India’s position as a foremost player in the energy sector and demonstrate its commitment to energy transition.
During the launch of the 2023 India Energy Week, Prime Minister Modi introduced the ‘Unbottled’ initiative by Indian Oil. Additionally, Indian Oil’s indoor solar cooking system was put into commercial use.
#16. When is the ‘International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation’ observed?
A. February 2nd
B. February 1st
C. February 6th
D. February 4th
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Correct Answer: C
Notes:
Every year on February 6th, the International Day of Zero Tolerance for Female Genital Mutilation is observed to increase global attention on the issue of female genital mutilation (FGM).
This day was established on February 6, 2003, following the official declaration of “Zero Tolerance to FGM” by the Campaign Against Female Genital Mutilation in Africa. The purpose of this day is to raise awareness about FGM and to advocate for its elimination.
#17. Nisar is an earth-observation satellite developed jointly by ISRO and which other country’s space agency?
A. Argentina
B. India
C. USA
D. Singapore
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Answer: C
Description:
The NASA-ISRO Synthetic Aperture Radar (Nisar) is a cooperative project between NASA and the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) to build an earth-observation satellite.
Later this month, the SUV-sized satellite will be transported to India via a special cargo flight. The planned launch date is 2024 from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre. Nisar will play a crucial role in gathering information about the Earth’s crust, ice sheets, and ecosystems.
#18. National Research Foundation is an autonomous agency coming under which Union Ministry?
A. Electronics and IT
B. Ministry of Science and Technology.
C. Ministry of Education.
D. Ministry of Home Affairs.
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Answer: B
Description:
The National Research Foundation, an autonomous organization under the purview of the Ministry of Science and Technology (DST), has been allocated Rs 2,000 crore in the 2023-24 Union Budget to further research and innovation in India.
