Daily Current Affairs 17 October 2023

1.		Which country recently unveiled the tallest statue of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar outside of India?

United States

Canada

United Kingdom

Australia

2.		What does the "Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana" (PMJDY) aim to achieve, and what has been its recent growth trend?

It aims to promote the construction of 3D-printed buildings.

It aims to provide life insurance coverage to below poverty line (BPL) families.

It aims to support rural women in agriculture.

It aims to provide life insurance coverage to all having agricultural land.

3.		What is the International Day of Rural Women, and what is the theme for 2023?

It is a day to recognize the contributions of urban women to society, and the theme is "Empower Women in the City."

It is a day to honor the work of women in urban areas, and the theme is "Women's Role in Urban Development."

It is a day dedicated to recognizing the vital contributions of rural women worldwide, and the theme is "Rural Women Cultivating Good For All."

It is a day to celebrate women's achievements in science and technology, and the theme is "Women in STEM."

4.		Who was Manohar Singh Gill, and what significant roles did he play in Indian public life?

A renowned Bollywood actor

A famous Indian cricketer

A former Chief Election Commissioner and Union Sports Minister

A prominent scientist in the field of space exploration

5.		Which organization celebrated its 50th Foundation Day on October 15, 2023, and what is its mission in the power sector?

Central Electricity Authority, responsible for ensuring reliable 24x7 power supply in India.

Reserve Bank of India, responsible for regulating the banking sector in India.

Indian Space Research Organization, responsible for space exploration and research.

World Food Programme, responsible for addressing global hunger.

6.		What significant announcement did the Indian government make regarding August 23rd?

It declared it as a national holiday.

It designated it as National Space Day.

It celebrated it as World Space Exploration Day.

It recognized it as National Science and Technology Day.

7.		What is the primary goal of Sri Lanka's strategic trade revisions involving India, China, and Thailand, and what broader regional agreement is Sri Lanka aiming to become a member of?

To establish free trade agreements with India, China, and Thailand and promote trade with these countries.

To reduce trade with neighboring countries and focus on global trade.

To enhance trade and economic cooperation within the South Asian region.

To become a member of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP).

8.		What is the primary objective of the "One Nation One Student ID Card" program (APAAR ID) initiated by the Ministry of Education and Government of India?

To create a single national identification card for all Indian students.

To provide a unique identification card for every student in India.

To digitally centralize academic data for students in India.

To offer financial support to underprivileged students.

9.		What was announced at the 141st International Olympic Committee (IOC) Session?

India's bid to host the 2024 Olympics.

India's interest in hosting the 2036 Olympics and Youth Olympics.

India's intention to boycott the upcoming Olympics.

India's plan to establish a new national sports academy.

10.		What is the theme for World Food Day 2023?

"Achieving Zero Hunger Worldwide"

“Water is life, water is food. Leave no one behind.”

"Food Security for All"

"Leave No One Hungry, Leave No One Behind"