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Daily Current Affairs 13 October 2023


1. What is the purpose of the Bank of Baroda raising up to 10,000 crore rupees through long-term bonds?

To support infrastructure development and affordable housing

To fund research and development projects

To expand its international operations

To pay off outstanding debts


2. What was the innovative achievement that earned MRPL the 'Best Innovation in Refinery' award?

Development of a new pharmaceutical drug

Development of a cleaner fuel

Development of a hydrocarbon gas composition

Invention of a sustainable energy source


3. What is the theme for Ayurveda Day 2023?

Ayurveda for Good Health

Ayurveda for a Healthy Nation

Ayurveda for One Health

Ayurveda for Traditional Medicine


4. Which state declared the Gangetic Dolphin as its state aquatic animal?

Kerala

Uttar Pradesh

Bihar

West Bengal


5. What is the name of the animated series launched by Union Minister Anurag Thakur to educate youth about lesser-known freedom struggle contributors?

Krish, Trish, and Baltiboy – Bharat Hain Hum

The Chronicles of Indian Freedom Fighters

Animated Tales of Independence

Heroes of India: The Animated Series


6. Which group is set to acquire French insurer AXA's stake in Bharti AXA Life Insurance?

HDFC Group

ICICI Group

Bharti Group

SBI Group


7. What record did Manikanta Hoblidhar set at the 62nd National Open Athletics Championships 2023?

Shot put world record

100m sprint world record

Discus throw world record

National record in the 100m sprint


8. What did Rohit Sharma achieve during the 2023 World Cup match against Afghanistan?

He scored a century in 72 balls.

He set a new record for the most wickets in a World Cup.

He became the leading six-hitter in international cricket.

He was awarded the Player of the Tournament.


9. Who is the author of the book "The Book of Life: My Dance with Buddha for Success"?

Anurag Thakur

Vivek Agnihotri

Dr. Jitendra Singh

Balram Bhargava


10. What is the name of the autonomous body approved by the Union Cabinet for youth development?

MY India

Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat)

Youth for All (YFA)

Bharat Yuva Sangh