Stay updated with the latest national and international events with Vajiram and Ravi’s Current Affairs for February 16, 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 16, 2023.
#1. The Chief Minister of which state laid the foundation of ‘Himachal Niketan’ in Delhi?
A. Maharashtra
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Rajasthan
D. Tamil Nadu
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Answer: Option B
Description:
The Chief Minister of Himachal Pradesh laid the foundation of ‘Himachal Niketan’ in Delhi.
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#2. International Day for Women and Girls in Science 2023 is celebrated on which date?
A. February 06th.
B. February 08th.
C. February 11th.
D. February 09th.
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Correct Answer: C
Notes:
International Day for Women and Girls in Science 2023 is celebrated on February, 11.
#3. ICC T-20 Women’s World Cup will start in which country on 10 February, 2023?
A. Argentina
B. Australia
C. France
D. South Africa
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Correct Answer: D
Notes:
The ICC T-20 Women’s World Cup will start in South Africa on 10 February, 2023.
#4. Which country’s industrial output growth moderated to 4.3% in December 2022 from 7.3% in November?
A. Argentina
B. Australia
C. France
D. India
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Answer: D
Notes:
India’s industrial output growth moderated to 4.3% in December 2022 from 7.3% in November.
#5. Which state government launched One Family One Identity Portal?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Karnataka
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: A
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh government has launched Family ID – One Family One Identity portal.
#6. Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav inaugurated the National Philatelic Exhibition- MRITPX in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Bhopal
C. Bangalore.
D. New Delhi
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Correct Answer: D
Notes:
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnav inaugurated the National Philatelic Exhibition- MRITPX in New Delhi.
#7. Which country will resume ‘domestic visa revalidation’ for H-1B holders?
A. USA
B. North Korea
C. France
D. China
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Correct Answer: A
Notes:
USA to resume ‘domestic visa revalidation’ for H-1B holders.
#8. According to the DGCA, which country came 55th in the ICAO aviation safety oversight rankings?
A. USA
B. North Korea
C. India
D. China
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Answer: C
Note:
According to the DGCA, India came 55th in the ICAO aviation safety oversight rankings.
#9. SBI opened its 3rd specialized startup branch in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Gurugram
C. Bangalore.
D. New Delhi
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Answer: B
Note:
SBI has opened its 3rd specialized startup branch in Gurugram.
#10. The World Government Summit will begin in Dubai in which year?
A. 2021
B. 2023
C. 2020
D. 2024
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Answer: B
Note:
The World Government Summit will begin in Dubai in 2023.
#11. In which state/UT were lithium reserves discovered for the first time?
A. Telangana
B. Karnataka
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Jammu and Kashmir
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Answer: D
Note:
Lithium reserves were discovered in Jammu and Kashmir for the first time.
#12. India Energy Week is celebrated in India in which month?
A. February
B. January
C. March
D. April
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Correct Answer: A
Notes:
India Energy Week is celebrated in India in February.
#13. The IMF called for comprehensive reforms to which country’s growth model?
A. Sri Lanka
B. North Korea
C. France
D. China
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Answer: D
Note:
The IMF called for comprehensive reforms to China’s growth model.
#14. The central government signed loan agreements with international agencies for loans up to rupees how much crores to strengthen health infrastructure?
A. 13,456 crore.
B. 13,879 crore.
C. 12,983 crore.
D. 12,865 crore.
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Answer: B
Description:
The central government signed loan agreements with international agencies for loans up to Rs.13,879 crore to strengthen health infrastructure.
#15. The State of the Union (SOTU) address is associated with which country?
A. Sri Lanka
B. United States
C. France
D. South Africa
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Answer: B
Description:
The State of the Union (SOTU) address is in the United States.
#16. Eagle 44 (Oghab 44) is which country’s first underground air force base?
A. Iran
B. Pakistan
C. France
D. South Africa
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Correct Answer: A
Notes:
Eagle 44 (Oghab 44) is Iran’s first underground air force base.
#17. Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Arabic Academy in which city?
A. Hyderabad
B. Mumbai
C. Bangalore.
D. New Delhi
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Answer: B
Description:
Prime Minister Modi inaugurated the Arabic Academy in Mumbai.
#18. During the first Sundarban Bird Festival, wildlife lovers saw how many different species?
A. 132
B. 130
C. 140
D. 145
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Answer: D
Description:
During the first Sundarban Bird Festival, wildlife lovers saw 145 different species.
#19. PBI President René Zondag opened a tennis center in which city?
A. Pune
B. Mumbai
C. Bangalore.
D. New Delhi
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Answer: A
Note:
PBI President Renee Zondag inaugurated a tennis center in Pune.
#20. How many satellites were placed in orbit in ISRO’s SSL VD2 launch vehicle?
A. Three
B. One
C. Seven
D. Five
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Answer: Option A
Note:
ISRO has accomplished a major feat by launching the SSLV-D2 for its second developmental flight, successfully placing three different satellites into a circular orbit at a distance of 450 km. Among the satellites launched were EOS07, an Earth observation satellite developed by ISRO, Janus-1 by the US-based firm Antaris, and Azadisat-2, a Chennai-based space start-up’s creation.
#21. Who introduced the world’s first satellite-based two-way messaging system?
A. Qualcomm
B. Meta
C. Samsung
D. AMD
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Answer: A
Note:
A revolutionary breakthrough in communication technology has been made with the launch of the Snapdragon Satellite, the first-ever two-way messaging solution that operates entirely via satellite. Developed as a partnership between Qualcomm and Iridium Inc., the cutting-edge technology was first unveiled at the highly anticipated Consumer Electronics Show (CES) of 2023. In the near future, emergency messaging will be a key feature on the next generation of Qualcomm smart-phones that can utilize the Snapdragon satellite’s remarkable capabilities.
#22. By 2023, which planet will have the most moons?
A. Jupiter
B. Saturn
C. Venus
D. Mars
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Answer: A
Note:
The celestial body Jupiter has claimed the title of the most populous planet in our solar system following the discovery of twelve new moons orbiting around it, surpassing Saturn and its total of 82 moons. A new mission from Earth, the Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer (Juice), has reached Europe’s spaceport in French Guiana and is scheduled to embark on its journey in April of this year. Juice’s primary objective is to conduct a comprehensive exploration of Jupiter’s largest moons, shedding new light on the planet’s enigmatic moons and their potential for supporting life.
#23. Which telescope was selected for the ‘2023 John L. Jack Swigert, Jr.’ Award for Space Exploration?
A. Hubble Space Telescope.
B. James Webb Telescope.
C. Spitzer Space Telescope.
D. Chandra X-ray Observatory.
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Answer: B
Note:
The team behind NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope has been granted the ‘2023 John L. Jack Swigert, Jr.’ Award for Space Exploration by the renowned Space Foundation, a significant achievement in the field of space exploration. Presented annually, the award recognizes outstanding accomplishments made by a consortium of space agencies, companies, or organizations in the advancement of space exploration and the discovery of the unknown.
#24. Which state/union territory was the location of the first-ever discovery of lithium reserves in India, as confirmed by the Union Ministry of Mines and the Geological Survey of India in the Salal-Haimana area of Resi district in the region?
A. Telangana
B. Karnataka
C. Madhya Pradesh
D. Jammu and Kashmir
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Answer: D
Notes:
The recent announcement by the Union Mines Ministry of India is nothing short of groundbreaking, as it marks the first time that lithium reserves have been discovered in the country. The Geological Survey of India has confirmed that the Salal-Haimana area of Resi district in Jammu and Kashmir holds an inferred lithium resource of 5.9 million tonnes, with potential implications for the production of rechargeable batteries that power a wide range of devices, from electric cars to smartphones and laptops. If the reserves are successfully harnessed, it could significantly reduce India’s reliance on imported lithium and strengthen its position in the global lithium market.
