GK Now Current Affairs

One Liner Monthly Current Affairs 1 to 31 December 2023

Art and Culture Current Affairs ............................................................................................................... 5

UNESCO Grants Prestigious Award of Excellence to Rambagh Gate & Ramparts Project for
Outstanding Inclusivity and Community Access ................................................................................. 5
Sahitya Akademi Award 2023 announced .......................................................................................... 5
PM Narendra Modi inaugurated the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 at
Red Fort ............................................................................................................................................... 6
Garba of Gujarat inscribed in the List of Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by UNESCO
............................................................................................................................................................ 6
Hornbill Festival began at Naga Heritage Village ‘Kisama’ from December 1 to 10, 2023 ................. 7
Economy Current Affairs ......................................................................................................................... 7
Govt increases rate of interest on 2 small savings schemes for January-March 2024........................ 7
Reversal of liquidity facilities under both SDF and MSF is available with effect from 30th December:
RBI ....................................................................................................................................................... 8
CBDT notified Income Tax Return (ITR) forms 1 and 4, for the assessment year 2024-25 ................. 8
27th WAIPA World Investment Conference in New Delhi from December 11, 2023 ......................... 9
RBI has maintained the policy repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth consecutive time .............................. 10
Environment Current Affairs ................................................................................................................. 10
Nations at COP28 Reach Landmark ‘UAE Consensus’ for a transition away from fossil fuels for net
zero by 2050 ...................................................................................................................................... 10
Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crosses south Andhra Pradesh coast ........................................... 11
COP28 Summit in Dubai from 30 November to 12 December 2023 ................................................ 12
Government Schemes Current Affairs .................................................................................................. 12
Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth : Launched by PM Modi ........................................................ 12
Important Days Current Affairs ............................................................................................................. 13
Good Governance Day – 25 December : Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth anniversary ........................... 13
National Consumer Day, celebrated in India on December 24th...................................................... 13
Kishan Diwas – 23December : Birth anniversary of Chaudhary Charan Singh ................................. 14
National Mathematics Day – December 22 : to mark the birth anniversary of Srinivasa Ramanujan
.......................................................................................................................................................... 14
Goa Liberation Day : 19 December ................................................................................................... 15
Armed Forces Flag Day : December 7 ............................................................................................... 16
International Current Affairs ................................................................................................................. 16
Egypt’s President Sisi Clinches Third Term with 89.6% Majority Vote .............................................. 16

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Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik to arrived in New Delhi on three-day visit to India ................... 17
India supports UNGA’s ceasefire resolution in West Asia ................................................................. 17
Nations at COP28 Reach Landmark ‘UAE Consensus’ for a transition away from fossil fuels for net
zero by 2050 ...................................................................................................................................... 18
Donald Tusk elected as Polish Prime Minister .................................................................................. 19
India to provide relief assistance of one million dollars to Papua New Guinea in wake of volcanic
eruption ............................................................................................................................................ 19
National Current Affairs ........................................................................................................................ 20
Appointment : Anish Dayal Singh, DG CRPF; Rahul Rasgotra, DG ITBP; Nina Singh, DG CISF ........... 20
Qatar court reduces death penalty of 8 ex-Indian Navy officers to jail terms .................................. 20
MPhil is no longer a recognized degree : UGC .................................................................................. 21
Govt declares Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction) as unlawful association
under UAPA ....................................................................................................................................... 21
Indian Navy commissioned its latest Stealth Guided Missile Destroyer, INS Imphal, in Mumbai .... 22
Veer Baal Diwas – 26 December : in honor of two young Sikh princes, Baba Zorawar Singh and
Fateh Singh ........................................................................................................................................ 22
Aircraft With Indians Held In France For Days Lands In Mumbai ...................................................... 23
France President Emmanuel Macron to be Chief Guest for 75th Republic Day celebrations........... 24
3,209 meter-long Tunnel T-1 between Katra – Reasi Stations completed in Udhampur-Srinagar-
Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project .................................................................................................. 24
Surat Diamond Bourse – world’s largest workspace ......................................................................... 25
INS Tarmugli, a Fast Attack Craft, commissioned into Navy at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam ..... 25
Parliament security breach incident on 13 December 2023............................................................. 26
ASEAN-India Millet Festival in New Delhi inaugurated by Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda
.......................................................................................................................................................... 26
Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) General Anil Chauhan presided over the first session of the Combined
Leadership Conclave in New Delhi .................................................................................................... 27
Indian Navy Day celebrated on 4 December 2023 at at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra ...................... 27
World’s first portable hospital ‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube’ unveiled in Gurugram ............................. 28
Cyclone Michaung over the southwest Bay of Bengal to make landfall in Tamil Nadu on December
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About Cyclones ................................................................................................................................. 28
59th Raising Day of Border Security Force is celebrated at BSF Meru Training Centre on December
1, 2023 .............................................................................................................................................. 29
Polity Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................. 30
Lok Sabha takes up three amended Criminal Law Bills for consideration and passing .................... 30
Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as Chief Minister of Rajasthan ............................................................... 31

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Parliament passed Jammu and Kashmir Reservation and Reorganisation (Amendment) Bills ........ 31
Mohan Yadav elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh.............................................. 32
Vishnu Deo Sai : New Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh ....................................................................... 32
Mahua Moitra expelled from Lok Sabha member over allegations of a “cash-for-query” scandal. . 33
Mizoram Assembly Election : Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) to Form Government .................. 33
Assembly elections : BJP set to form govt in MP, Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh; Congress victory in
Telangana .......................................................................................................................................... 34
Winter Session of Parliament from 4 to 22 December 2023 ............................................................ 34
Science and Technology Current Affairs ................................................................................................ 35
ISRO plans to launch 50 satellites in the next five years for geo-intelligence gathering .................. 35
Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit in New Delhi on December 12th and 13th,
2023 .................................................................................................................................................. 35
ISRO Moves Chandrayaan Orbiter from Moon to Earth Orbit .......................................................... 36
Sam Altman returns as the Chief Executive of OpenAI ..................................................................... 36
Sports Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................ 37
Grand Master Koneru Humpy won silver in World Women Rapid Championships 2023 ................. 37
Ad Hoc committee to supervise operations of Wrestling Federation of India .................................. 37
Wrestling Federation of India Faces Suspension by Sports Ministry Over Numerous Violations ..... 38
National Sports Awards 2023 : Khel Ratna Award to Chirag Chandrashekhar Shetty and Rankireddy
Satwik Sai Raj .................................................................................................................................... 38
Khelo India Para Games Debut Concludes in New Delhi, Haryana Dominates with 40 Gold, 39
Silver, and 26 Bronze Medals ............................................................................................................ 39
FIFA Unveils Club World Cup in June-July 2025 and Introduces New Intercontinental Cup for 2024
Debut ................................................................................................................................................ 40
The Khelo India Games are scheduled to take place in Tamil Nadu in January 2024 ....................... 41
Germany beats India 4-1 in the FIH Men’s Junior World Cup semifinal ........................................... 42
FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023 : India vs Germany Semifinal ......................................... 42
First-ever Khelo India Para Games in New Delhi from 10 to 17 Dec 2023 ........................................ 43
BCCI announced squad for Indian cricket team’s tour of South Africa ............................................. 43
States Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................ 44
Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 at the Forest Research Institute in Dehradun ............. 44
Revanth Reddy will be the next chief minister of Telangana ............................................................ 44
Miscellaneous Current Affairs ............................................................................................................... 45
President Droupadi Murmu presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National
Leadership Awards ............................................................................................................................ 45
Current Affairs MCQ Questions: 1 to 31 December 2023 ..................................................................... 46

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Art and Culture
Current Affairs
UNESCO Grants Prestigious
Award of Excellence to
Rambagh Gate & Ramparts
Project for Outstanding
Inclusivity and Community
Access
• UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for
Cultural Heritage Conservation
recognize outstanding projects in
heritage preservation.
• Rambagh Gate and Ramparts project
in Punjab receives the highest honor,
the ‘Award of Excellence.’
• Recognition is specifically for the
project’s remarkable inclusivity and
improved community access.
• Two other projects, Church of
Epiphany in Haryana and Bikaner
House in Delhi, receive the ‘Award of
Merit.’
• The awards highlight efforts of
individuals and organizations in
restoring and conserving structures of
heritage value.
• A total of twelve projects from China,
India, and Nepal are acknowledged by
the awards jury.
• Three projects, namely Fanling Golf
Course in Hong Kong SAR, China;
Dongguan Garden Residences in
Yangzhou, China; and Karnikara
Mandapam at Kunnamangalam
Bhagawati Temple in Kerala, India,
receive an ‘Award of Distinction’ each.
Sahitya Akademi Award 2023
announced
Sahitya Akademi announced its annual
awards for 2023 on December 20.
1. Awards were given in 24 languages,
covering nine poetry books, six
novels, five short story collections,
three essays, and one literary study.
2. Notable winners include
Rajasekaran for the novel
“Neervazhi Padooum” (Tamil),
Patanjali Sastry for the short story
collection (Telugu), and EV
Ramakrishnan for the literary study
“Malayala Novelinte
Deshakalangal” (Malayalam).
3. Poetry award recipients include
Vijay Verma (Dogri), Vinod Joshi
(Gujarati), and Ashutosh Parida
(Odia).
4. Short story award winners are
Pranavjyoti Deka (Assamese),
Nandeswar Daimary (Bodo), and
Taraceen Baskey (Santali).
5. Sanjeev won the award for the Hindi
novel “Mujhe Pahachaano,” and
Neelam Saran Gour for the English
novel “Requiem in Raga Janki.”
6. The awards ceremony, including a
casket, an engraved copper-plaque, a
shawl, and one lakh rupees, will take
place on March 12 next year.
7. Eligible books were those published
between January 2017 and
December 31, 2021.
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PM Narendra Modi inaugurated Garba of Gujarat inscribed in the

the Indian Art, Architecture & List of Intangible Cultural
Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 Heritage (ICH) of Humanity by
at Red Fort UNESCO
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated • Garba of Gujarat added to
the Indian Art, Architecture & Design UNESCO’s Intangible Cultural
Biennale (IAADB) 2023 at Red Fort. Heritage list.
IAADB is scheduled from 9th to 15th • Decision made at UNESCO
December 2023 at Red Fort, New Delhi. convention in Botswana on
December 6, 2023.
• The inauguration included the • Garba is the 15th ICH element from
opening of the ‘Aatmanirbhar India.
Bharat Centre for Design’ and the • Inclusion in UNESCO list showcases
student Biennale called Samunnati. Indian culture to the world.
• A Commemorative Stamp was
launched during the program.
• The event is part of a series of
initiatives, including the
International Museum Expo in May
2023 and the Festival of Libraries in
August 2023.
• IAADB aims to facilitate a
comprehensive conversation
among various stakeholders in the
cultural space, such as artists,
architects, designers,
photographers, collectors, and art
professionals.

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Economy Current
Affairs

Hornbill Festival began at Naga

Heritage Village ‘Kisama’ from
December 1 to 10, 2023
The 24th Edition of the Hornbill Festival Govt increases rate of interest on
began at Naga Heritage Village ‘Kisama’
on December 1, 2023. The festival spans 10 2 small savings schemes for
days and serves as a platform for various January-March 2024
tribes of Nagaland to showcase their The Central government has increased the
culture, traditions, and contemporary rate of interest on two small savings
aspects. schemes for January-March 2024 quarter
by up to 20 basis points.
• The United States of America,
Germany, and Colombia are the
• The rate of interest on the Sukanya
Country Partners for this edition.
• Assam is the Partner State for the Samriddhi Account Scheme has
festival in 2023. been raised by 20 basis points to
• Honored Guests at the inaugural 8.2 percent from 8 percent.
function included Ambassador Eric • Interest on the three-year time
Garcetti (USA), British High deposit has been increased by 10
Commissioner Alex Ellis, Ambassador basis points to 7.1 percent from 7.0
Victor Echeverri Jaramillo (Colombia), percent.
and German Consul General Barbara • All other small savings schemes will
Voss. continue to offer the same rate of
• The Hornbill Festival 2023 was officially
interest as they did in October-
declared open with the sounding of a
December quarter.
Traditional Gong by Governor La
Ganesan and Chief Minister Neiphiu
Rio.
• The opening ceremony featured a
cultural extravaganza showcasing the
Naga way of life, including ‘Call of the
Hornbill’ presented by Task Force for
Music and Arts (TAFMA).

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Reversal of liquidity facilities CBDT notified Income Tax

under both SDF and MSF is Return (ITR) forms 1 and 4,
available with effect from 30th for the assessment year
December: RBI
2024-25
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
announces the availability of reversal • The Central Board of Direct Taxes
of liquidity facilities under Standing (CBDT) has notified Income Tax
Deposit Facility (SDF) and Marginal Return (ITR) forms 1 and 4 for the
Standing Facility (MSF) on an overnight assessment year 2024-25.
basis, including Sundays and holidays, • These forms are for filing income
effective from December 30. tax returns related to earnings from
• Reversal under SDF and MSF is allowed April 1, 2023, to March 31, 2024.
only on the next working day in • Typically, ITR forms are notified in
Mumbai.
March or early April, but this year
• RBI Governor Shaktikant Das had
previously announced the SDF and
they were notified in December to
MSF reversal facility to remain open on facilitate early filing.
all days for deploying and using tools to • Forms 1 and 4 are meant for
manage liquidity in case of elevated individuals and entities with annual
inflation. total income of up to 50 lakh
• The SDF/MSF bids triggered under the rupees.
Automated Sweep-In and Sweep-Out
(ASISO) facility will reverse on the next
calendar day.
• Manual bids placed through the e-
Kuber portal allow eligible entities to
choose the tenor at the time of placing
the bid.
• Access to SDF/MSF will be available on
all days, including Sundays and
holidays.
• RBI is using the Standing Deposit
Facility (SDF) as an additional tool to
absorb liquidity and control inflation.
• The use of SDF enables RBI to take
deposits from commercial banks
without compensating them with
government securities.
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virtual reality, augmented reality,

interactive touch screens, and
projection mapping.
6. This marks the first time the World
Investment Conference is being
held in India.
7. The conference is expected to have
over 1000 attendees, including 50
Investment Promotion Agencies
(IPAs) and various multilateral
agencies.
27th WAIPA World Investment
Conference in New Delhi from
December 11, 2023
India is hosting the 27th WAIPA World
Investment Conference in New Delhi from
December 11, 2023.

1. The conference is organized by the

National Investment Promotion
and Facilitation Agency of the
Government of India and the World
Association of Investment
Promotion Agencies.
2. The event will take place at the
India International Convention &
Expo Centre – Yashobhoomi, New
Delhi, under the Department for
Promotion of Industry and Internal
Trade.
3. This conference is expected to be
the largest World Investment
Conference ever held.
4. Shri Piyush Goyal, the Union
Minister of Commerce & Industry,
Consumer Affairs, Food & Public
Distribution, and Textiles, will
deliver the keynote address on the
Role of Trade and Investment in the
Decade of Action on December 13.
5. Shri Goyal will also launch the
Experience India Centre (EIC),
which will showcase India’s
offerings across services,
technology, and products using
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RBI has maintained the policy
repo rate at 6.5% for the fifth
consecutive time
RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das, in the bi-
monthly monetary policy announcement on
8 December 2023 informed following
decision of committee.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has
maintained the policy repo rate at
6.5% for the fifth consecutive time.
• The decision to keep the policy rate
unchanged was influenced by the
observed decline in inflation.
• In the recent Monetary Policy
Committee meeting, the RBI
revised the Gross Domestic Product
(GDP) growth forecast for the
financial year 2023-24 to 7%, up
from the previous estimate of 6.5%.
• Governor Shaktikanta Das
announced a proposal to increase
the limit of UPI transactions in
hospitals and educational
institutions from one lakh to 5 lakh
rupees.
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Environment
Current Affairs
Nations at COP28 Reach
Landmark ‘UAE Consensus’
for a transition away from fossil
fuels for net zero by 2050
• Landmark agreement in Dubai, the
‘UAE Consensus,’ calls for a
transition away from fossil fuels for
net zero by 2050.
• COP28, ending on 14 Dec 2023, is a
turning point in global climate
change efforts, with 198
participating Parties aiming to limit
global warming to 1.5°C.
• COP28 President, Dr. Sultan Al
Jaber, emphasizes the historic
achievement, highlighting
inclusivity across diverse sectors,
including private and public sectors,
civil society, faith leaders, youth,
and indigenous peoples.
• UAE Consensus encourages
economy-wide Nationally
Determined Contributions,
targeting tripling renewables and
doubling energy efficiency by 2030.
• COP28’s ‘Action Agenda’ includes
bold steps in fast-tracking energy
transition, fixing climate finance,
focusing on people and nature, and
fostering inclusivity, mobilizing an
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unprecedented $85 billion for

climate action.
• Key achievements involve the
launch of ALTÉRRA, a $30 billion
private finance vehicle by the UAE,
the endorsement of the ‘COP28
UAE Declaration on Agriculture,
Food, & Climate,’ and the ‘COP28
UAE Declaration on Climate and
Health.’
• Global Decarbonisation Accelerator
(GDA) introduces initiatives like the Severe Cyclonic Storm
Global Renewables and Energy Michaung crosses south Andhra
Efficiency Pledge and the Oil and Pradesh coast
Gas Decarbonisation Charter.
• COP28 delivers historic negotiated 1. Cyclone “Michaung” Crossing and
Movement:
outcomes, including
• On December 5, 2023, Severe
operationalization of Loss and
Cyclonic Storm ‘Michaung’
Damage, $792 million in early crossed the South Andhra
pledges, advancement of the Pradesh coast close to Bapatla
Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA), at 1330 hours.
and institutionalization of the Youth • Moved northwards with a
Climate Champion. speed of 10 kmph during the
• Focus now shifts to implementing past 06 hours.
agreements at COP29 and COP30, 2. Weakening and Wind Speed Forecast:
with collaboration agreements • The storm is expected to
signed with Brazil (COP30 host) and weaken into a cyclonic storm.
• Forecasted maximum
efforts with Azerbaijan (COP29
sustained wind speed of 80-90
host) for ambitious updated climate kmph, gusting to 100 kmph.
plans. 3. Impact on Odisha:
• COP28 sets a precedent for future • Anticipated heavy rains in
conferences, providing a blueprint most parts of southern Odisha
for ambitious and inclusive global and the coastal region of the
climate action. state.
4. Impact on Tamil Nadu and
Puducherry:
• North coastal Tamil Nadu and
Puducherry expected to
experience light to moderate
rainfall in most places.
• Isolated heavy rainfall
forecasted on Tuesday
morning, decreasing
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COP28 Summit in Dubai from
30 November to 12 December
2023
• The 28th session of COP
(Conference of the Parties) to the
UN Framework Convention on
Climate Change started in Dubai on
November 30, 2023, and will run
until December 12.
• The conference has a central theme
of accelerating collective climate
action and increasing ambition in
response to the growing Climate
Crisis.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi is on
a two-day visit to the UAE to
participate in the World Climate
Action Summit, which is the High-
Level Segment of COP-28.
• During the Summit, PM Modi will
address the audience and take part
in three high-level side events in
Dubai.
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Government Schemes
Current Affairs
Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of
Youth : Launched by PM Modi
PM Modi launched ‘Viksit Bharat@2047 –
Voice of Youth’ and addressed Higher
Education Institutes virtually on 11
December 2023.
• Governor Gulab Chand Kataria
hosted the program at IIT
Guwahati, with physical attendance
from 1000 students and officials
from 61 Assam institutions.
• Around 45 Higher Educational
Institutions and 600 colleges
participated virtually.
• Governor emphasized collaborative
efforts to achieve PM Modi’s
development goal by 2047.
• Increased budget allocation in
education by both the Center and
State governments highlighted for
better quality education.
• Dr. Ranoj Pegu, Minister for
Education, emphasized the need to
achieve the set development target
by 2047.
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Important Days
Current Affairs

National Consumer Day,

celebrated in India on
December 24th
Good Governance Day – 25
National Consumer Day marks the
December : Atal Bihari anniversary of the Consumer Protection
Vajpayee’s birth anniversary Act, 1986. This Act is considered a
landmark achievement in the Indian
1. Good Governance Day is celebrated
consumer movement, as it protects
on the 25th of December each year
consumers from unfair trade practices,
in honor of former Prime Minister defective goods, and negligent services.
Atal Bihari Vajpayee’s birth
anniversary.
2. The day aims to raise awareness Marked with
seminars, workshops, campaigns, and
about accountability in governance
grievance redressal camps to educate and
and government among the people
address concerns.
of the country.
3. Floral tributes were paid at the
‘Sadaiv Atal’ memorial in New Delhi
by President Droupadi Murmu, Vice
President Jagdeep Dhankhar, and
Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

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Kishan Diwas – 23December :
Birth anniversary of Chaudhary
Charan Singh
Kishan Diwas, also known as National
Farmers’ Day, is celebrated in India on
December 23rd each year to honor and
commemorate the birth anniversary of
Chaudhary Charan Singh, the fifth Prime
Minister of India. Chaudhary
• Charan Singh was a prominent
leader and a strong advocate for
the rights of farmers.
• Kishan Diwas serves as a tribute to
his contributions to Indian
agriculture and his efforts to uplift
the farming community.
• On this day, various events and
programs are organized across the
country to highlight the importance
of agriculture and recognize the
vital role farmers play in sustaining
the nation.
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National Mathematics Day –
December 22 : to mark the birth
anniversary of Srinivasa
Ramanujan
National Mathematics Day is celebrated on
December 22nd every year in honor of the
birth anniversary of the renowned Indian
mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan. This
day pays tribute to Ramanujan’s
exceptional contributions to the field of
mathematics and aims to promote the
importance of mathematics in various
aspects of life.
Srinivasa Ramanujan, born in 1887, was
largely self-taught and made substantial
contributions to mathematical analysis,
number theory, infinite series, and
continued fractions. His work has had a
profound impact on the development of
modern mathematics, inspiring
mathematicians worldwide. National
Mathematics Day serves as a platform to
acknowledge and celebrate the beauty,
significance, and applicability of
mathematics in diverse fields such as
science, technology, engineering, and
finance.
The day is marked by various events,
seminars, and activities across educational
institutions, where mathematicians and
educators share their knowledge and
insights. It also encourages students to
explore the wonders of mathematics and
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fosters a positive attitude towards the

subject. By recognizing the achievements
of mathematicians like Ramanujan,
National Mathematics Day aims to instill a
sense of curiosity and appreciation for
mathematics, encouraging the pursuit of
excellence in this fundamental field of
knowledge.

Goa Liberation Day : 19

December
Goa Liberation Day is celebrated on
December 19th every year to commemorate
the liberation of Goa from Portuguese rule
in 1961. The day is a symbol of India’s
struggle for independence and the resilience
of its people. It is a day of pride and
celebration for the people of Goa.

On this day, various programs are

organized across the state to mark the
occasion. The day is celebrated with great
enthusiasm and fervor. The Indian armed
forces played a significant role in the
liberation of Goa, and their contribution is
remembered and honored on this day.

Goa is known for its rich history, culture,

and scenic beauty. The state has a unique
blend of Indian and Portuguese cultures,
which is reflected in its architecture,
cuisine, and way of life. The liberation of
Goa marked the end of Portuguese colonial
rule in India and paved the way for the
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Armed Forces Flag Day :
December 7
Armed Forces Flag Day in India, observed
annually on December 7 since 1949, pays
tribute to the soldiers and veterans of the
armed forces. The day highlights the
courage, dedication, and professionalism of
armed forces personnel, acknowledging
their role in safeguarding the nation from
both external and internal threats.
The historical significance of Armed Forces
Flag Day dates back to August 28, 1949,
when the Ministry of Defence designated it
as a day for remembrance and fundraising.
The concept involves distributing small
flags to the public and collecting donations.
The funds collected contribute to the
rehabilitation of battle casualties, welfare of
serving personnel and their families, and
resettlement and welfare of ex-servicemen
and their families.
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International
Current Affairs
Egypt’s President Sisi Clinches
Third Term with 89.6%
Majority Vote
• Abdel Fattah al-Sisi, the former
military chief, secured a third term
as Egyptian President with a
significant 89.6% of the vote.
• The election took place amid
challenges such as the conflict in
Gaza and economic struggles.
• Sisi’s immediate priorities for his
new term include addressing near-
record inflation, managing a
chronic foreign currency shortage,
and mitigating spillover effects
from the Israel-Gaza conflict.
• The voting spanned three days,
with the results officially
announced today.
• Three candidates ran against Sisi,
none of whom were high-profile
figures.
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Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin India supports UNGA’s

Tarik to arrived in New Delhi on ceasefire resolution in West
three-day visit to India Asia
Sultan of Oman, Haitham bin Tarik, arrived • India supports UNGA’s ceasefire
in New Delhi on a three-day state visit on resolution in West Asia, voting in
December 15, 2023. favor on 12 Dec 2023.
• Draft resolution demands
• Accompanied by a high-level immediate humanitarian ceasefire
delegation, including senior Ministers in Israel-Hamas conflict and
and officials. unconditional release of hostages.
• Scheduled bilateral meeting with • UN General Assembly, comprising
Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 193 members, adopts the
December 16, 2023. resolution at an Emergency Special
• Prime Minister Modi to host a
Session.
luncheon in Sultan Haitham bin Tarik’s
• Voting results: 153 countries in
honor.
• External Affairs Minister, Dr. S. favor, 10 against (including the US,
Jaishankar, to call on Sultan Haitham Israel, and Austria), 23 abstentions
bin Tarik during the visit. (including Argentina, Ukraine, and
• Ceremonial welcome at Rashtrapati Germany).
Bhawan on the morning of December
16, 2023.
• Meetings with President Droupadi
Murmu and Vice President Jagdeep
Dhankhar scheduled.
• India and Oman are strategic partners
with flourishing bilateral trade and
investment ties. The visit is an
opportunity to explore avenues for
future collaboration for regional
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Nations at COP28 Reach
Landmark ‘UAE Consensus’ for
a transition away from fossil
fuels for net zero by 2050
• Landmark agreement in Dubai, the
‘UAE Consensus,’ calls for a
transition away from fossil fuels for
net zero by 2050.
• COP28, ending on 14 Dec 2023, is a
turning point in global climate
change efforts, with 198
participating Parties aiming to limit
global warming to 1.5°C.
• COP28 President, Dr. Sultan Al
Jaber, emphasizes the historic
achievement, highlighting
inclusivity across diverse sectors,
including private and public sectors,
civil society, faith leaders, youth,
and indigenous peoples.
• UAE Consensus encourages
economy-wide Nationally
Determined Contributions,
targeting tripling renewables and
doubling energy efficiency by 2030.
• COP28’s ‘Action Agenda’ includes
bold steps in fast-tracking energy
transition, fixing climate finance,
focusing on people and nature, and
fostering inclusivity, mobilizing an
unprecedented $85 billion for
climate action.
• Key achievements involve the
launch of ALTÉRRA, a $30 billion
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private finance vehicle by the UAE,
the endorsement of the ‘COP28
UAE Declaration on Agriculture,
Food, & Climate,’ and the ‘COP28
UAE Declaration on Climate and
Health.’
• Global Decarbonisation Accelerator
(GDA) introduces initiatives like the
Global Renewables and Energy
Efficiency Pledge and the Oil and
Gas Decarbonisation Charter.
• COP28 delivers historic negotiated
outcomes, including
operationalization of Loss and
Damage, $792 million in early
pledges, advancement of the
Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA),
and institutionalization of the Youth
Climate Champion.
• Focus now shifts to implementing
agreements at COP29 and COP30,
with collaboration agreements
signed with Brazil (COP30 host) and
efforts with Azerbaijan (COP29
host) for ambitious updated climate
plans.
• COP28 sets a precedent for future
conferences, providing a blueprint
for ambitious and inclusive global
climate action.
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Donald Tusk elected as Polish
Prime Minister
Donald Tusk returns to power in
Poland after nine years, Securing
support of the Polish parliament on
December 11, 2023.
• Vote result: 248 in favor, 201
against.
• Tusk’s return follows a coalition win
in the October 15 national election.
• Outgoing Prime Minister Mateusz
Morawiecki lost a confidence vote
(266-190) and end of the Law and
Justice party’s eight-year rule.
• New government to be a pro-
European Union alliance led by
Tusk.
• Coalition includes Civic Coalition,
Poland 2050, Polish People’s Party,
and the Left.
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India to provide relief assistance
of one million dollars to Papua
New Guinea in wake of volcanic
eruption
1. India has announced immediate
relief assistance of one million
dollars to Papua New Guinea in
response to a volcanic eruption on
November 20th.
2. The eruption of Mount Ulawun in
Papua New Guinea led to the
evacuation of over 26 thousand
people and created urgent
humanitarian needs.
3. New Delhi extended the relief
assistance to support relief,
rehabilitation, and reconstruction
efforts in Papua New Guinea,
considering it a close friend and
development partner under the
Forum for India-Pacific Islands
Cooperation.
4. The External Affairs Ministry
expressed sympathy to the
Government and people of Papua
New Guinea for the damage and
destruction caused by the volcanic
eruption.
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National Current
Affairs
Qatar court reduces death
penalty of 8 ex-Indian Navy
officers to jail terms
Appointment : Anish Dayal
Singh, DG CRPF; Rahul
Rasgotra, DG ITBP; Nina Singh,
DG CISF
• Anish Dayal Singh has been
appointed as the Director General
of Central Reserve Police Force
(CRPF). He was previously heading
the Indo-Tibetan Border Police
(ITBP). Anish Dayal Singh is a 1988-
batch Indian Police Service (IPS)
officer of Manipur cadre.
• Rahul Rasgotra, a 1989-batch IPS
officer of Manipur cadre and a
special director in the Intelligence
Bureau (IB), has been appointed as
the Director General of Indo-
Tibetan Border Police (ITBP).
• Nina Singh, a 1989-batch IPS officer
of Rajasthan cadre and currently
serving as Special Director General,
CISF, has been appointed as the
chief of Central Industrial Security
Force (CISF).
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• The death sentences of eight
Indians in Qatar, who were former
Indian Navy personnel working
with the private company Al Dahra,
have been commuted.
• The Ministry of External Affairs
released a statement
acknowledging the verdict of the
Court of Appeal of Qatar in the
Dahra Global case, where the
sentences were reduced.
• The Indian Ambassador to Qatar
and other officials, along with
family members, were present in
the Court of Appeal.
• Due to the confidential and
sensitive nature of the case
proceedings, the Ministry refrained
from making further comments at
this time.
• The eight individuals were initially
sentenced to death by a Qatari
court for alleged espionage in
August 2023.
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MPhil is no longer a recognized
degree : UGC
The University Grant Commission (UGC)
has issued a notification cautioning students
against pursuing an MPhil degree, as it is no
longer recognized. The UGC has prohibited
universities from offering the MPhil
program, and admissions for the 2023-24
academic year are not allowed.
However, MPhil degrees awarded before
the issuance of new regulations in 2022 will
remain valid. The UGC emphasizes
Regulation No. 14 of the UGC (Minimum
Standards and Procedures for Award of
PhD Degree) Regulations 2022, which
explicitly forbids higher educational
institutions from offering MPhil programs.
The commission had previously declared
the MPhil degree illegitimate and instructed
institutions not to offer MPhil programs.
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Govt declares Muslim League
Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam
faction) as unlawful association
under UAPA
The Muslim League Jammu Kashmir
(Masarat Alam faction) MLJK-MA
declared ‘Unlawful Association’ under
UAPA on 27 December 2023 by Ministry
of Home Affairs. The organization is
involved in anti-national and secessionist
activities in Jammu and Kashmir,
supporting terrorism in India. Members aim
to establish Islamic rule in Jammu and
Kashmir, posing a threat to India’s
sovereignty, security, and integrity.
Multiple criminal cases registered under
UAPA 1967, IPC 1860, Arms Act 1959,
and Ranbir Penal Code 1932.
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Indian Navy commissioned its Veer Baal Diwas – 26 December

latest Stealth Guided Missile
Destroyer, INS Imphal, in
Mumbai
The Indian Navy commissioned its latest
Stealth Guided Missile Destroyer, INS
Imphal, in Mumbai on December 26, 2023.
This warship is the third of the
‘Visakhapatnam’ class destroyers, designed
by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design
Bureau and built by Mazagon Dock
Limited, Mumbai.
: in honor of two young Sikh
princes, Baba Zorawar Singh
and Fateh Singh
On December 26th, India celebrates Veer
Baal Diwas in honor of two young Sikh
princes, Baba Zorawar Singh and Fateh
Singh. These brave boys, aged 9 and 7,
chose martyrdom over betraying their faith.
They sacrificed their lives for courage,
faith, and principle, inspiring us all. This
day remembers their story and teaches us to
stand strong for what we believe in.

INS Imphal is the first warship named after

a city from the North East, emphasizing the
region’s significance for national security,
sovereignty, and prosperity. The ship
successfully test-fired the extended-range
supersonic BrahMos missile in November
2023, showcasing the Navy’s commitment
to combat effectiveness and confidence in
its cutting-edge indigenous weapons and
platforms.

Upon commissioning, INS Imphal will

become part of the Western Naval
Command.

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France’s anti-organised crime unit,

JUNALCO.
• If proven, human trafficking carries
severe consequences in France,
with a potential sentence of up to
20 years.

Aircraft With Indians Held In

France For Days Lands In
Mumbai
An Airbus A340, operated by Romania’s
Legend Airlines, carrying 276 passengers,
mostly Indians, landed in Mumbai on 26
Dec 2023, after a four-day detention in
France.

• The detention in France was due to

suspected human trafficking
allegations, and the French
authorities launched a probe into
the purpose of the trip.
• The charter plane was detained
upon landing in Vatry on 22 Dec
2023.
• French authorities confirmed 276
passengers boarded the plane,
while 25 individuals, including two
minors, sought asylum in France.
• The flight’s connection to Nicaragua
raised concerns, given the surge in
Indians attempting to enter the US
illegally, with a significant increase
recorded in the fiscal year 2023.
• The grounding of the flight was
prompted by a tip-off suggesting
the passengers were likely victims
of human trafficking.
• The plane, a charter service from
Dubai, was grounded at the airport
near Paris, and the investigation is
now under the jurisdiction of
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France President Emmanuel 3,209 meter-long Tunnel T-1

Macron to be Chief Guest for between Katra – Reasi Stations
75th Republic Day celebrations completed in Udhampur-
President Emmanuel Macron of Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link
France will be the Chief Guest for the (USBRL) Project
75th Republic Day celebrations in • Milestone achieved in the
India on 26 January 2024. Udhampur-Srinagar-Baramulla Rail
Link (USBRL) Project.
1. India and France have a strong • Tunnel T-1, 3,209 meters long,
partnership, sharing a high degree between Katra and Reasi Stations
of convergence on various regional completed.
and global issues. • Marks the completion of all tunnels
2. The visit is significant as it coincides in the Katra-Banihal section.
with the 25th anniversary of the • Tunnel located at the foothills of
India-France Strategic Partnership. Trikuta Hills near Katra in Reasi
3. Prime Minister Modi had previously District.
been the Guest of Honour at the • Constructed by Konkan Railway
Bastille Day Parade in Paris on July Corporation Ltd. for Northern
14, 2023. Railway.
• Part of National Projects,
specifically aimed at connecting
Kashmir Valley with the rest of
India.

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Surat Diamond Bourse – world’s
largest workspace
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi
inaugurated the Surat Diamond
Bourse, the world’s largest center for
international diamond and jewelry
trade.
• Surat Diamond Bourse, located at
Khajod village, is the world’s largest
office complex, spanning over 67 lakh
square feet.
• It will serve as a global hub for trading
both rough and polished diamonds,
along with jewelry.
• The facility includes a state-of-the-art
‘Customs Clearance House’ for import
and export, a jewelry mall for retail
business, and international banking
and safe vaults.
• Diamond traders, including those from
Mumbai, have acquired their offices
through auctions conducted by the
management.
• The Surat Diamond Bourse is a part of
the Diamond Research and Mercantile
(DREAM) City project, initiated with
the ground-breaking ceremony in
February 2015 by former Gujarat Chief
Minister Anandiben Patel.
• With 4,500 diamond trading offices,
the mega-structure has nine towers of
15 floors, occupying 35.54 acres within
the DREAM City project.
• The office spaces range from 300 sq ft
to 1 lakh sq ft, making the Surat
Diamond Bourse the largest office
building globally.
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INS Tarmugli, a Fast Attack
Craft, commissioned into Navy
at Naval Dockyard,
Visakhapatnam
INS Tarmugli, a Fast Attack Craft,
commissioned on December 14, 2023, at
Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam.
• Commissioned by Vice Admiral
Sandeep Naithani, Chief of
Materiel, Indian Navy.
• Trinkat Class FAC originally gifted to
Maldivian Naval Defence Forces in
2006 by India.
• Returned in May and underwent
extensive restoration at Naval
Dockyard, Visakhapatnam.
• Equipped with advanced features:
MTU engines, water jet propulsion,
latest communication equipment,
30 mm gun, and advanced Radar
system.
• Primarily designated for coastal
surveillance and protection of Offshore
Development Areas (ODAs) in KG Basin
area and East Coast of India.
• Operational command under Naval
Officer-in-Charge (Andhra
Pradesh).
• Named after a picturesque island in
the Andaman group.
• Weighs 320 tonnes, 48 meters in
length, capable of speeds
exceeding 30 knots.
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Parliament security breach
incident on 13 December 2023
On December 13, 2023, two individuals
breached security and entered the Lok
Sabha chamber from the public gallery.
One of the individuals jumped onto the
tables where Members of Parliament (MPs)
were seated, releasing a yellow-colored
smoke canister, while the other chanted
slogans.
1. The chaotic incident led to the
immediate adjournment of the Lok
Sabha session at 1 PM.
2. Following the incident, four
individuals were arrested, with two
detained inside the Parliament
complex and the other two
apprehended near Transport
Bhavan, adjacent to the Parliament.
3. In response to the security breach,
eight security personnel were
suspended in the Lok Sabha,
representing various security
agencies, including Delhi Police.
4. The occurrence coincided with the
22nd anniversary of the 2001
Indian Parliament attack.
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ASEAN-India Millet Festival in
New Delhi inaugurated by
Union Agriculture Minister
Arjun Munda
Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda
inaugurated the ASEAN-India Millet
Festival in New Delhi on December 14,
2023.
1. The festival’s objective is to raise
awareness and establish a larger
market for millet and millet-based
products, aligning with the
International Year of Millets.
2. Delegates from India, Cambodia,
Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia,
Myanmar, Philippines, Thailand,
and Vietnam attended the festival.
3. The program reflects the vibrancy
of millets and their potential to
transform agriculture and nutrition.
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Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
General Anil Chauhan presided
over the first session of the
Combined Leadership Conclave
in New Delhi
• Chief of Defence Staff (CDS)
General Anil Chauhan presided
over the first session of the
Combined Leadership Conclave in
New Delhi on December 6, 2023.
• The conclave spans three days and
concentrates on geo-strategic
issues, national security, defense,
emerging security challenges, and
self-reliance in defense.
• General Chauhan provided insights
into modern warfare and national
security during the session,
according to a statement from the
Defence Ministry.
• The conclave serves as a
development program for senior
officers of the three services, with a
specific focus on regional and
national security issues.
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Indian Navy Day celebrated on 4
December 2023 at at Sindhudurg
in Maharashtra
1. Indian Navy Day is observed on
December 4th annually to
commemorate the 1971 attack on
Karachi harbor during the war with
Pakistan.
2. The theme for this year’s Navy Day is
‘Operational Efficiency, Readiness, and
Mission Accomplishment in the
Maritime Domain.’
3. The day pays tribute to the courage
and sacrifices of the Indian Navy in
protecting the nation’s maritime
borders.
4. The Indian Navy played a crucial role in
securing India’s victory in the 1971 war,
particularly through Operation Trident,
which significantly damaged the
Pakistani Navy’s western fleet.
5. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
participated in the Navy Day program
at Sindhudurg in Maharashtra this
year.
6. The Navy Day celebrations occurred at
the historic Sindhudurg Fort,
constructed in the 17th century by
Maratha ruler Chhatrapati Shivaji
Maharaj.
7. The fort symbolizes Maharashtra’s
historical richness and the maritime
strength of the Marathas.
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World’s first portable hospital
‘Aarogya Maitri Aid
Cube’ unveiled in Gurugram
The World’s first portable hospital,
‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube’ was
unveiled on 2 December 2023 in
Gurugram. Designed indigenously under
the Project ‘BHISHM’, the modular trauma
management and aid system is made up of
72 detachable mini-cubes, each being a
specialized station for emergency response
and humanitarian efforts.
This portable hospital can handle bullet
injuries, burns, head, spinal and chest
injuries, minor surgeries, fractures and
major bleeding. It can treat as many as 200
patients. These cubes are light and portable,
and can be rapidly deployed anywhere,
from airdrops to ground transportation.
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Cyclone Michaung over the
southwest Bay of Bengal to
make landfall in Tamil Nadu on
December 4
The India Meteorological Department
(IMD) has forecasted a cyclonic storm
named Cyclone Michaung over the
southwest Bay of Bengal, expected to make
landfall in coastal districts of Tamil Nadu
and Andhra Pradesh on December 4.
An ‘orange’ alert has been issued by the
government agency for Tamil Nadu, as well
as coastal and interior Andhra Pradesh on
December 3 and 4. Cyclone Michaung is
the fourth tropical cyclone of the year in the
Bay of Bengal.
About Cyclones
• The National Disaster Management
Authority (NDMA) classifies cyclones
into two categories: extratropical
cyclones and tropical cyclones.
• A cyclone is a large-scale system of air
rotating around the center of a low-
pressure area, characterized by inward
spiraling winds that rotate
anticlockwise in the Northern
Hemisphere and clockwise in the
Southern Hemisphere.
• Extratropical cyclones, also known as
mid-latitude cyclones, occur outside
the tropics and have cold air at their
core. They derive energy from the
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interaction of cold and warm air

masses and always have one or more
fronts connected to them.
• Tropical cyclones develop in the
regions between the Tropics of
Capricorn and Cancer and are the most
devastating storms on Earth. They
derive energy from the latent heat
released when water vapor condenses
into liquid water. Unlike extratropical
cyclones, tropical cyclones do not have
associated warm fronts or cold fronts.
• Tropical cyclones have different names 59th Raising Day of Border
depending on their location and
strength, such as hurricanes in the Security Force is celebrated at
Caribbean Sea, the Gulf of Mexico, the BSF Meru Training Centre on
North Atlantic Ocean, and the eastern
and central North Pacific Ocean, while
December 1, 2023
in the western North Pacific, they are Union Home Minister Amit Shah attended
called typhoons. the 59th Raising Day of the Border Security
Force (BSF) at BSF Meru Training Centre
in Hazaribagh, Jharkhand, on December 1,
2023.

• The BSF, established on December 1,

1965, after the 1965 Indo-Pak war,
aims to ensure the security of India’s
borders.
• The BSF plays a crucial role in
safeguarding borders with Bangladesh
and Pakistan, deploying along the Line
of Control and manning approximately
192 km of the international border
with Pakistan.
• In 2021, the BSF faced challenges like
tunneling, drone activities, and
smuggling attempts but successfully
countered all adversary attempts.
• The BSF is known for its courage and
professionalism, contributing
significantly to India’s security and
actively participating in humanitarian
efforts during crises and calamities.
• The 59th Raising Day parade of the BSF
was held at Hazaribagh, where the
oldest training center of the force is
located, deviating from the previous
practice of organizing it only in New
Delhi.

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Polity Current Digitization Provisions:

Affairs • All three legislations include provisions

for digitizing the entire legal process.
• Digitization covers processes from
filing an FIR to maintaining the case
diary, and from the case diary to the
charge sheet and judgment.

Lok Sabha takes up three

amended Criminal Law Bills for
consideration and passing
The Lok Sabha is considering three
important bills: Bharatiya Nyaya (Second)
Sanhita, 2023; Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha
(Second) Sanhita, 2023; and Bharatiya
Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023.

1. Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita,

2023:
• Aims to replace the Indian
Penal Code (IPC), 1860.
• IPC is the primary law
governing criminal offenses in
India.
• Introduces community service
as a new form of punishment.
2. Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second)
Sanhita, 2023:
• Seeks to replace the Criminal
Procedure Code, 1973 (CrPC).
• CrPC outlines procedures for
arrest, prosecution, and bail.
3. Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023:
• Replaces the Indian Evidence
Act, 1872.
• Governs the admissibility of
evidence in both civil and
criminal proceedings.

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Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as
Chief Minister of Rajasthan
Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as Chief
Minister of Rajasthan in BJP Legislative
Party meeting on Dec 12, 2023.
• Deputy Chief Ministers: Diya
Kumari and Prem Chand Bairwa.
• Speaker of the Assembly: Vasudev
Devnani.
• Bhajan Lal Sharma elected as MLA
from Sanganer constituency. He is
active in politics for 35 years,
starting as Sarpanch.
• Government formation claimed
with Governor Kalraj Mishra.
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Parliament passed Jammu and
Kashmir Reservation and
Reorganisation (Amendment)
Bills
Parliament passed Jammu and Kashmir
Reservation (Amendment) Bill, 2023, and
Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation
(Amendment) Bill, 2023.
• J&K Reorganisation Bill modifies
the 2019 Act, increasing total
legislative assembly seats from 83
to 90.
• The Bill reserves seven seats for
Scheduled Castes, nine for
Scheduled Tribes, and allows
nomination of two members from
Kashmiri migrant community.
• J&K Reservation Bill amends the
J&K Reservation Act, replacing
“weak and underprivileged classes”
with “other backward classes.”
• Home Minister Amit Shah asserted
Supreme Court’s validation of
Article 370 abrogation, stating it
curbed separatism and terrorism.
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Mohan Yadav elected as the new Vishnu Deo Sai : New Chief
Chief Minister of Madhya Minister of Chhattisgarh
Pradesh Vishnu Deo Sai has been elected as the
Dr. Mohan Yadav has been elected as the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh by the BJP
new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh in a Legislature Party. The decision was made
unanimous decision during the BJP during a meeting in Raipur on December
Legislature Party meeting on December 11, 12, 2023, attended by 54 newly-elected BJP
2023. MLAs and central observers Arjun Munda,
Sarbananda Sonowal, and Dushyant Kumar
Gautam.
1. Jagdish Deora and Rajendra Shukla
have been nominated as Deputy
1. Vishnudev Sai is a prominent tribal
Chief Ministers, and former Union
leader from Chhattisgarh, hailing
Agriculture Minister Narendra
from Bagiya village near Kansabel in
Singh Tomar will assume the
the Kunkuri area.
responsibility of the Assembly
2. He began his political career as a
Speaker.
Panch in 1989 and later served as
2. Outgoing Chief Minister Shivraj
Sarpanch in 1990. He was elected
Singh Chauhan congratulated the
as an MLA from the Tapkara
nominated leaders.
assembly constituency in 1990.
3. Observers from the BJP high
3. Vishnudev Sai was elected as a
command, including Haryana Chief
Member of Parliament from the
Minister Manohar Lal Khattar, Dr. K
Raigarh Lok Sabha constituency in
Laxman, and Asha Lakda, were
1999 for the 13th Lok Sabha.
present during the meeting.
4. He assumed the role of the state
4. Dr. Mohan Yadav, after his election,
president of the BJP in 2006 and
met Governor Mangubhai Patel at
was re-elected as an MP from
Raj Bhavan, staking a claim to form
Raigarh constituency in the 2009
the government.
and 2014 Lok Sabha elections.
5. Dr. Yadav, a three-time MLA from
5. Vishnu Deo Sai served as the Union
Ujjain South, became a cabinet
Minister of State for Steel, Mines,
minister in 2020 and recently won
Labor, and Employment from 2014
the assembly elections by a
to 2019.
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Mahua Moitra expelled from
Lok Sabha member over
allegations of a “cash-for-query”
scandal.
Mahua Moitra, a Lok Sabha member, was
expelled on December 8, 2023, over
allegations of a “cash-for-query” scandal.
The Lok Sabha Ethics Committee
recommended her expulsion for allowing a
businessman to use her Parliament login to
ask questions on her behalf, breaching
parliamentary ethics and compromising
national security. The committee’s
decision, based on a draft report, had six
members in support and four members
dissenting.
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Mizoram Assembly Election :
Zoram People’s Movement
(ZPM) to Form Government
Zoram People’s Movement (ZPM) to
Form Government in Mizoram:
• ZPM announces intention to stake
claim to form the government in
Mizoram.
• Consultative meeting scheduled for
newly elected MLAs and senior party
leaders.
Election Results and ZPM’s Majority:
• ZPM secures an absolute majority in
the state Assembly elections, winning
27 out of 40 seats.
• Ruling Mizo National Front (MNF) wins
ten seats, BJP wins two, and Congress
wins one.
Lalduhoma’s Background:
• 73-year-old former IPS officer
Lalduhoma, set to become the new
Chief Minister of Mizoram.
• ZPM, initially a common platform of six
smaller regional parties and civil
society groups in 2017, recognized as a
regional party in 2019.
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Assembly elections : BJP set to Winter Session of Parliament

form govt in MP, Rajasthan, from 4 to 22 December 2023
Chhattisgarh; Congress victory • Pralhad Joshi, the Union Minister for
in Telangana Parliamentary Affairs, announced that
the Winter Session of Parliament is
1. Madhya Pradesh Elections: scheduled to commence on December
• BJP secures a clear majority, 4, 2023.
winning 163 seats out of 230. • The session will conclude on
• Congress wins 66 seats; December 22, 2023, and will have a
• polling held on November total of 15 sittings.
17th. • An all-party meeting has been called
2. Rajasthan Elections: by the government on December 2,
• BJP wins a clear majority with 2023, to ensure the smooth
115 seats. functioning of both Houses during the
• Congress secures 69 seats, session.
3. Chhattisgarh Elections:
• BJP set to regain power after
five years; wins 54 seats.
• Congress secures 35 seats ;
• two-phase polling held on
November 7th and 17th.
4. Telangana Elections:
• Congress poised for absolute
majority with 64 seats out of
119.
• Ruling Bharat Rashtra Samithi
(BRS) wins 39 seats; BJP
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Science and
Technology Current
Affairs
ISRO plans to launch 50
satellites in the next five years
for geo-intelligence gathering
1. ISRO plans to launch 50 satellites in the
next five years for geo-intelligence
gathering.
2. The satellite deployment includes
creating a layer in different orbits with
the ability to track troop movements
and image vast areas.
3. ISRO Chairman S Somanath
emphasizes the need for a satellite
fleet size ten times larger than the
current one for India to achieve its
aspiration of becoming a strong nation.
4. Somanath highlights the importance of
enhancing satellite capabilities to
detect changes and advocates for an
AI-related and data-driven approach to
data analysis.
5. The goal is to reduce data downloads
and obtain only necessary information
for efficient satellite operations.
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Global Partnership on Artificial
Intelligence Summit in New
Delhi on December 12th and
13th, 2023
The Global Partnership on Artificial
Intelligence Summit took place in New
Delhi on December 12th and 13th, 2023.
Representatives from 28 member countries
and the European Union attended the
summit, which aimed to discuss the
challenges and opportunities of AI and
promote the development of responsible
AI.
During the summit, Prime Minister
Narendra Modi emphasized “extreme
caution” and addressed the challenges
posed by the darker aspects of AI. Day one
discussions included panel discussions on
AI applications in priority sectors,
responsible AI working groups, and ‘AI and
Global Health: Role of AI In Advancing
Healthcare.’
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ISRO Moves Chandrayaan Sam Altman returns as the

Orbiter from Moon to Earth
Orbit
Indian Space Research Organisation
(ISRO) successfully shifted the
Chandrayaan orbiter, also known as the
Propulsion Module, from the Moon to
Earth.
Previously, ISRO accomplished the historic
touchdown of the Vikram lander and the
deployment of the Pragyan rover on the
lunar surface near the south pole on August
23rd, 2023.
After more than one month of operations in
lunar orbit, the Propulsion Module had over
100 kgs of fuel. ISRO decided to utilize the
remaining fuel to gather additional
information for future lunar missions.
Chief Executive of OpenAI
1. Sam Altman has been reinstated as the
chief executive of OpenAI on
November 22.
2. Altman was initially sacked by the
organization’s board of directors, but
an “agreement in principle” was
reached for his return.
3. As part of the deal, OpenAI’s board of
directors will be overhauled, with all
members involved in Altman’s ouster
being removed, except Adam
D’Angelo, CEO of Quora.
4. The situation created chaos in the tech
world for almost a week.

The Propulsion Module was successfully

maneuvered to an orbit around Earth. The
SHAPE payload on the module will now be
utilized for Earth observation.

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Sports Current
Affairs

Ad Hoc committee to supervise

Grand Master Koneru Humpy
won silver in World Women
Rapid Championships 2023
Indian chess player Grand Master Koneru
Humpy secured the silver medal in the
women’s division of the FIDE World Blitz
Chess Championship 2023, which took
place in Samarkand, Uzbekistan on
December 30, 2023.
Humpy concluded the tournament with an
impressive 12.5 points, trailing only by half
a point behind the champion, Bibisara
Balabayeva of Kazakhstan.
operations of Wrestling
Federation of India
The Indian Olympic Association (IOA) has
formed an Ad Hoc committee on December
27, 2023 to observe and supervise the
operations of the Wrestling Federation of
India (WFI).
• Bhupinder Singh Bajwa is appointed as
the Chairman of the committee, with
MM Somaya and Manjusha Kanwar as
Members.
• It will handle tasks such as athlete
selection and submitting entries for
athletes to participate in international
events.
• The IOA’s decision to form the
committee stems from its findings that
the recently appointed President and
officials of WFI made arbitrary
decisions violating constitutional
provisions.
• The IOA accuses WFI officials of
overturning rulings made by the IOA-
appointed ad hoc committee without
following due process.
• The IOA asserts that this situation not
only indicates a governance gap within
the Federation but also represents a
noticeable departure from established
norms.

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Wrestling Federation of India
Faces Suspension by Sports
Ministry Over Numerous
Violations
• The Wrestling Federation of India
(WFI) faces suspension by the Sports
Ministry for multiple violations.
• Newly elected WFI President, Sanjay
Singh, suspended after hastily
announcing U-15 and U-20 nationals in
Uttar Pradesh.
• Ministry criticizes the decision for lack
of notice to wrestlers and non-
compliance with WFI constitution.
• Accusation that the new body is
influenced by former office bearers,
violating the Sports Code.
• Operations allegedly run from
premises linked to previous sexual
harassment allegations, currently in
court.
• WFI instructed to suspend all activities
pending further orders from the
Ministry.
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National Sports Awards 2023 :
Khel Ratna Award to Chirag
Chandrashekhar Shetty and
Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj
Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports
announced National Sports Awards 2023
on December 20, 2023. The awards will be
presented at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January
9, 2024, by the President of India.
• Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award
2023 recipients are Shri Chirag
Chandrashekhar Shetty and Shri
Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj in
Badminton.
• Arjuna Awards for outstanding
performance include athletes from
various disciplines such as Archery,
Athletics, Boxing, Cricket, Chess,
Equestrian, Golf, Hockey, Kabaddi,
Kho-Kho, Lawn Bowls, Shooting,
Squash, Table Tennis, Wrestling,
Wushu, Para Archery, Blind Cricket,
and Para Canoeing.
• Dronacharya Awards for outstanding
coaches in 2023 are awarded in both
Regular and Lifetime categories
covering disciplines like Wrestling,
Chess, Para Athletics, Hockey,
Mallakhamb, Golf, Kabaddi, and Table
Tennis.
• Dhyan Chand Award for Lifetime
achievement recipients include
sportspersons Ms Manjusha Kanwar,
Shri Vineet Kumar Sharma, and Ms
Kavitha Selvaraj.
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• Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA)
Trophy 2023 awarded to Guru Nanak
Dev University, Amritsar (Overall
winner university), Lovely Professional
University, Punjab (1st runner up), and
Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
(2nd runner up).
• National Sports Awards are given
annually to recognize and reward
excellence in sports across various
categories.
• Criteria for each award category,
including Major Dhyan Chand Khel
Ratna Award, Arjuna Award,
Dronacharya Award, and Dhyan Chand
Award, are specified based on
outstanding performance, leadership,
sportsmanship, and a sense of
discipline.
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Khelo India Para Games Debut
Concludes in New Delhi,
Haryana Dominates with 40
Gold, 39 Silver, and 26 Bronze
Medals
• The inaugural Khelo India Para Games
(KIPG) concluded in New Delhi, with
Haryana emerging as the champions,
securing a total of 105 medals.
• Haryana’s medal tally includes 40 gold,
39 silver, and 26 bronze medals.
• KIPG 2023 commenced on December
10 and featured the active
participation of approximately 1,450
para-athletes from all corners of the
country.
• Uttar Pradesh secured the second
position with a total of 62 medals,
comprising 25 gold, 23 silver, and 14
bronze.
• Tamil Nadu claimed the third spot with
20 gold, eight silver, and 14 bronze
medals.
• Athletes from 32 states and Union
Territories showcased their talents and
competed in various events
throughout the Games.
• Union Sports and Youth Affairs
Minister Anurag Thakur, addressing
the closing ceremony, praised the
Khelo India Para Games as a historic
celebration of human passion and
spirit.
• Thakur emphasized that the Games
signify a monumental chapter in India’s
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sports history, where participation

holds equal importance to victory.
• The Minister expressed gratitude to all
para-athletes, coaches, support staff,
and stakeholders for their
contributions in making this edition of
KIPG significant.

FIFA Unveils Club World Cup

in June-July 2025 and
Introduces New Intercontinental
Cup for 2024 Debut
• FIFA announces a revamped 32-team
Club World Cup set for June 15 to July
13, 2025, to be hosted in the United
States.
• The new tournament is part of FIFA’s
broader expansion plans and follows
the unanimous decision to appoint the
United States as the inaugural host.
• A newly introduced annual
Intercontinental Cup is scheduled to
debut in 2024, featuring UEFA
Champions League winners against
teams from intercontinental playoffs.
• The Intercontinental Cup playoffs are
slated for December 14, 2024, with the
final scheduled for December 18.
• The 2025 Club World Cup will adopt a
World Cup-style format with eight
groups of four, advancing top two
teams to the knockout stages.
• The existing seven-team Club World
Cup, held annually, will be
discontinued after the ongoing
tournament in Saudi Arabia.
• Criticism arises from global players’
union FIFPro and the World Leagues
Forum, representing 44 professional
leagues, citing concerns about player
health, workload, and the impact on
national leagues.
• Premier League chief Richard Masters
expresses dissatisfaction with FIFA’s
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decision-making process, citing

overlooked stakeholders and potential
disruptions to player availability and
well-being.
• The June-July schedule raises concerns
about European teams’ limited rest
time between the 2024-25 and 2025-
26 seasons, impacting the traditional
football calendar.
• FIFPro emphasizes a lack of
consideration for players’ physical and
mental health, highlighting potential
exhaustion, injuries, mental health
issues, and risks to career longevity.
The Khelo India Games are
scheduled to take place in Tamil
Nadu in January 2024
• Khelo India Games are set to take place
in Tamil Nadu from January 19th to
31st, 2024, across cities including
Chennai, Coimbatore, Madurai, and
Trichy.
• The State Government announced the
hosting of the event.
• Anticipated participation includes over
5,500 athletes and 1,600 coaches.
• The sporting extravaganza will involve
more than 1,000 referees and 1,200
volunteers.
• A total of 27 sports will be featured,
with squash making its debut in the
Khelo India Games.

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Germany beats India 4-1 in the
FIH Men’s Junior World Cup
semifinal
Germany beats India 4-1 in the FIH Men’s
Junior World Cup semifinal in Kuala
Lumpur, Malaysia on 14 December 2023.
• India’s 12 missed penalty corners
prove decisive.
• Germany scores early and defends
stoutly.
• India’s attack fails to convert chances.
• Germany advances to the final, India
plays for bronze.
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FIH Hockey Men’s Junior
World Cup 2023 : India vs
Germany Semifinal
India won the quarter-finals of the FIH
Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023,
beating the Netherlands 4-3 in Kuala
Lumpur, Malaysia.
1. Goal Scorers for India: Aditya Arjun
Lalage, Araijeet Singh Hundal, Sourabh
Anand Kushwaha, and Captain Uttam
Singh.
2. Goal Scorers for the Netherlands: Timo
Boers, Pepijn van der Heijden, and
Olivier Hortensius.
3. The match took place in Kuala Lumpur,
Malaysia, on 12 December 2023.
4. India will play Germany in the semi-
final on 14 December 2023.
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First-ever Khelo India Para
Games in New Delhi from 10 to
17 Dec 2023
The first-ever Khelo India Para Games start
on December 10, 2023, in New Delhi. 8-
day event featuring para athletics, para
shooting, para archery, para football, para
badminton, para table tennis, and para
weightlifting.
• Over 1,400 participants from 32 states,
Union Territories, and the Services
Sports Control Board.
• Goal is to provide opportunities for
para-athletes to showcase skills and
develop careers.
• Youth Affairs and Sports Ministry
assures comprehensive medical
coverage for participants.
• Medical coverage includes emergency
services, on-site medical teams, and
access to necessary healthcare
facilities.
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BCCI announced squad for
Indian cricket team’s tour of
South Africa
The BCCI announced the squad for the
Indian cricket team’s tour of South
Africa starting on December 10, 2023.
• Rohit Sharma will lead the team in
the Test series, while K L Rahul will
captain the team during the ODI
leg, and Suryakumar Yadav will lead
the T20I side.
• The tour consists of three T20Is,
three ODIs, and a two-match Test
series.
• The Men’s Selection Committee
met in New Delhi to finalize the
squad for the South Africa tour.
• The Test squad includes players like
Rohit Sharma, Virat Kohli, Shubman
Gill, and others.
• The T20I squad includes players
such as Yashasvi Jaiswal, Shubman
Gill, and captain Suryakumar Yadav.
• The ODI squad features players like
KL Rahul, Shreyas Iyer, and Sanju
Samson.
• The squads include both
experienced players like Jasprit
Bumrah and Ravindra Jadeja and
promising talents like Ruturaj
Gaikwad and Tilak Varma.
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States Current
Affairs

Revanth Reddy will be the next

chief minister of Telangana
Telangana Pradesh Congress President A
Uttarakhand Global Investors Revanth Reddy announced as the next
Summit 2023 at the Forest Chief Minister of Telangana. Swearing-in
Research Institute in Dehradun ceremony scheduled for Thursday, the 7th
December 2023 at LB Stadium Hyderabad.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated
the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit
2023 at the Forest Research Institute in Fifty-four-year-old Revanth Reddy was
Dehradun on December 8, 2023. credited for the Congress’ thumping victory
in the recently-concluded Assembly
elections, wherein it secured a clear
• The two-day summit is organized majority of 64 seats. He was also the party’s
under the theme of “peace to poster boy for its campaign.
prosperity” and has attracted
thousands of investors and delegates
from around the world.
• Notable participants include Union
Ministers, Ambassadors from various
countries, and leading industrialists.
• Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami
highlighted the state government’s
preparations for the summit, including
the introduction of more than 27 new
policies and amendments to existing
policies.
• The state government has created a
land bank of seven thousand acres to
facilitate the establishment of new
industries in Uttarakhand.

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Miscellaneous
Current Affairs

President Droupadi Murmu

presented the Lakshmipat
Singhania – IIM Lucknow
National Leadership Awards
The President of India, Smt Droupadi
Murmu, presented the Lakshmipat
Singhania – IIM Lucknow National
Leadership Awards in New Delhi on
December 7.

The Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow

National Leadership Awards is an annual
event that celebrates renowned leaders
around 45 years of age. The awards honor
the legacy and vision of Late Lakshmipat
Singhania, a pioneering Indian industrialist,
by annually acknowledging outstanding
transformational leaders who have taken
concrete steps to make our nation stronger.

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Current Affairs MCQ Questions: 1 to 31 December 2023

Q: Who won the silver medal in the women’s section of the FIDE World Blitz
Chess Championship 2023?
a. Bibisara Balabayeva
b. Koneru Humpy
c. Susan Polgar
d. Vaishali Rameshbabu

Ans : b. Koneru Humpy

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Q: What is the increased interest rate on the Sukanya Samriddhi Account

Scheme for the January-March 2024 quarter?
a. 7.8 percent
b. 8.0 percent
c. 8.1 percent
d. 8.2 percent

Ans : d. 8.2 percent

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Q: What is the primary objective of ISRO’s plan to launch 50 satellites in the

next five years?
A. Weather monitoring
B. Geo-intelligence gathering
C. Communication enhancement
D. Deep space exploration

Ans : B. Geo-intelligence gathering

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Q: What was the initial charge against the eight Indians in Qatar sentenced to
death in Aug 2023?
a) Murder
b) Espionage
c) Theft
d) Fraud

Ans : b) Espionage
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Q: Why did the IOA form the Ad Hoc committee for the Wrestling Federation of
India?
a) To organize the Olympics
b) Due to arbitrary decisions by WFI officials
c) To handle marketing tasks
d) To appoint new athletes

Ans : b) Due to arbitrary decisions by WFI officials

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Q: Who has been appointed as the Director General of the Central Reserve
Police Force (CRPF)?
a) Rahul Rasgotra
b) Anish Dayal Singh
c) Nina Singh
d) Vivek Srivastava

Ans : b) Anish Dayal Singh

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Q: Who is the newly appointed Director General of Indo-Tibetan Border Police

(ITBP)?
a) Anish Dayal Singh
b) Rahul Rasgotra
c) Nina Singh
d) Vivek Srivastava

Ans : b) Rahul Rasgotra

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Q; Who has been appointed as the chief of Central Industrial Security Force
(CISF)?
a) Anish Dayal Singh
b) Rahul Rasgotra
c) Nina Singh
d) Vivek Srivastava

Ans : c) Nina Singh

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Q: Why was the Muslim League Jammu Kashmir (Masarat Alam faction)
declared an ‘Unlawful Association’ under UAPA?
A. Involvement in anti-national activities
B. Advocating for democratic reforms
C. Promoting cultural diversity
D. Supporting economic development

Ans : A. Involvement in anti-national activities

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Q: Which degree has been derecognized by the UGC?

A. PhD degree
B. Bachelor’s degree
C. MPhil degree
D. Postgraduate diploma

Ans : C. MPhil degree

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Q: Why RBIis using the Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) ?

A. To encourage commercial banks to invest in government securities
B. To absorb liquidity and control inflation
C. To compensate commercial banks with government securities
D. To facilitate faster fund transfers between banks.

Ans : B. To absorb liquidity and control inflation

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Q: On which date do we celebrate Veer Baal Diwas?

a) January 26th
b) April 13th
c) December 26th
d) June 7th

Ans : c) December 26th

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Q: What is the name of the latest Stealth Guided Missile Destroyer

commissioned by the Indian Navy on December 26, 2023?
a) INS Visakhapatnam
b) INS Mumbai
c) INS Imphal
d) INS BrahMos

Ans : c) INS Imphal

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Q, When is Good Governance Day celebrated?

A) 15th August
B) 25th December
C) 1st January
D) 10th November

B) 25th December
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Q, Whose birth anniversary is commemorated on Good Governance Day?

A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Lal Bahadur Shastri

B) Atal Bihari Vajpayee

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Q: What is the period of the Financial Year in India?

A) April 1 to March 31
B) January 1 to December 31
C) July 1 to June 30
D) October 1 to September 30

Answer: A) April 1 to March 31

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Q: Why was the Airbus A340, a charter plane carrying mostly Indians detained
in France?
A. Mechanical issues
B. Suspected human trafficking allegations
C. Passport verification
D. Weather-related concerns

Ans : B. Suspected human trafficking allegations

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Q: What was the destination of the chartered flight detained in France for
suspected human trafficking allegations?
A. Mumbai
B. Dubai
C. Nicaragua
D. Paris

Ans : C. Nicaragua
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Q: On which date is National Consumer Day celebrated annually in India?

a) January 24th
b) March 15th
c) December 24th
d) October 31st

Ans : c) December 24th

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Q: Why was the Wrestling Federation of India (WFI) suspended by the Sports
Ministry?
a. Lack of funding
b. Multiple violations
c. Administrative efficiency
d. Athlete doping issues

Answer: b. Multiple violations

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Q: What do the UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation

recognize?
a. Technological advancements
b. Outstanding projects in heritage preservation
c. Urban development initiatives
d. Modern architectural designs

Answer: b. Outstanding projects in heritage preservation

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Q: Which Prime Minister of India is associated with Kishan Diwas?

A) Indira Gandhi
B) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
C) Chaudhary Charan Singh
D) Rajiv Gandhi

Ans : C) Chaudhary Charan Singh

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Q: Who will be the Chief Guest for the 75th Republic Day celebrations in India?
a. Narendra Modi, Prime Minister India
b. Emmanuel Macron, President France
c. President Joe Biden, President USA
d. Rishi Sunak, Prime Minister, Britain

Ans : b. Emmanuel Macron, President France

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Q: Who are the recipients of the Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2023?
a) Shri Chirag Chandrashekhar Shetty and Shri Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj
b) Shri Manish Kaushik and Ms. P.V. Sindhu
c) Shri Saurabh Chaudhary and Ms. Vinesh Phogat
d) Shri Bajrang Punia and Ms. Mary Kom

Ans : a) Shri Chirag Chandrashekhar Shetty and Shri Rankireddy Satwik Sai Raj
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Q: Which university was awarded the Maulana Abul Kalam Azad (MAKA)
Trophy 2023 as the overall winner university?
A) Lovely Professional University, Punjab
B) Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar
C) Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra
D) Jamia Millia Islamia University, Delhi

Ans : B) Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar

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Q: Who is the legendary mathematician honored on National Mathematics Day?

(a) Albert Einstein
(b) Aryabhatta
(c) Srinivasa Ramanujan
(d) Isaac Newton

Ans : (c) Srinivasa Ramanujan

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Q. Which category did EV Ramakrishnan win the Sahitya Akademi Award for in
2023?
A) Novel
B) Short Story Collection
C) Literary Study
D) Poetry

Ans : C) Literary Study

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Q. In which language did Rajasekaran win the award for his novel “Neervazhi
Padooum”?
A) Telugu
B) Tamil
C) Malayalam
D) Kannada

Ans : B) Tamil
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Q. Who won the Sahitya Akademi Award for the Hindi novel “Mujhe
Pahachaano”?
A) Sanjeev
B) Vijay Verma
C) Neelam Saran Gour
D) Vinod Joshi

Ans : A) Sanjeev
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Q: Why completion of Tunnel T-1 between Katra – Reasi Stations in Udhampur-

Srinagar-Baramulla Rail Link (USBRL) Project considered a significant
achievement?
A) Completion of a local project
B) Making a dream of connecting Kashmir Valley a reality
C) Establishing a new railway record
D) Achieving a milestone in a highway project

Ans : B) Making a dream of connecting Kashmir Valley a reality

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Q. When is Goa Liberation Day celebrated?

A) November 1st
B) December 19th
C) January 26th
D) August 15th

Ans : B) December 19th

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Q. What does Goa Liberation Day commemorate?

A) Independence from British rule
B) Liberation from Dutch rule
C) Liberation from Portuguese rule
D) Formation of Goa as a separate state

Ans : C) Liberation from Portuguese rule

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Q. Which bill aims to replace the Indian Penal Code (IPC), 1860, governing
criminal offenses in India?
A) Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023
B) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023
C) Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023
D) Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Ans : A) Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023

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Q. What is the primary focus of the Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023?
A) Admissibility of evidence
B) Criminal procedure
C) Punishment for criminal offenses
D) Replacement of the CrPC

Ans : C) Punishment for criminal offenses

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Q. Which legislation replaces the Criminal Procedure Code, 1973 (CrPC)?

A) Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023
B) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023
C) Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023
D) Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Ans : B) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023

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Q. What significant addition does Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023 make
to the punishment system?
A) Capital punishment
B) Life imprisonment
C) Fine only
D) Community service

Ans : D) Community service

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Q. Which legislation is associated with the admissibility of evidence in Indian

courts?
A) Bharatiya Nyaya (Second) Sanhita, 2023
B) Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha (Second) Sanhita, 2023
C) Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023
D) Indian Evidence Act, 1872

Ans : C) Bharatiya Sakshya (Second) Bill, 2023

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Question: What is the key feature of the 2025 Club World Cup format according
to the announcement?
A) Single-elimination knockout rounds
B) Group stage with eight groups of four teams
C) Round-robin format with seven participating teams
D) Two-legged semi-finals and finals

Answer: B) Group stage with eight groups of four teams

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Question: Which state emerged as the champion in the Khelo India Para Games
(KIPG)?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Haryana
C) Tamil Nadu
D) New Delhi

Answer: B) Haryana
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Question: What percentage of the vote did Abdel Fattah al-Sisi secure in the
recent Egyptian presidential election?
A) 75.4%
B) 89.6%
C) 92.3%
D) 81.8%

Answer: B) 89.6%
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Q. Which of the following is recognized as the world’s largest office building?

A) Dwarka City
B) Mumbai Diamond Center
C) Surat Diamond Bourse
D) Global Jewelry Hub

Answer: C) Surat Diamond Bourse

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Q. How many sports will be featured in the Khelo India Games in Tamil Nadu?
A) 15 sports
B) 20 sports
C) 25 sports
D) 27 sports

Answer: D) 27 sports
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Q: What was the primary purpose of INS Tarmugli commissioned on December

14, 2023, at Naval Dockyard, Visakhapatnam?
a. Deep-sea exploration
b. Coastal surveillance and protection
c. Humanitarian aid missions
d. Space research

Ans : b. Coastal surveillance and protection

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Q: Who is the current Sultan of Oman visited India in December 2023?

a. Haitham bin Tarik
b. Qaboos bin Said
c. Abdullah bin Said
d. Salman bin Rashid

Ans : a. Haitham bin Tarik

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Q: What was the main objective of the ASEAN-India Millet Festival inaugurated
by Union Agriculture Minister Arjun Munda?
a. Promoting rice cultivation
b. Raising awareness about millet
c. Celebrating cultural diversity
d. Establishing a market for wheat-based products

Ans : b. Raising awareness about millet

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Q: What action did one of the individuals take inside the Lok Sabha chamber?
a. Released a yellow-colored smoke canister
b. Shouted slogans
c. Jumped onto tables
d. All of the above

Ans : d. All of the above

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Q: Why was the date 13 Decemberof the security breach significant?

a. Anniversary of India’s independence
b. 22nd anniversary of the 2001 Indian Parliament attack
c. National Sports Day
d. Religious holiday

Ans : b. 22nd anniversary of the 2001 Indian Parliament attack

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Q: Indian team lost to which country in the FIH Men’s Junior World Cup
semifinal in Kuala Lumpur?
a. Germany
b. Netherlands
c. Australia
d. Argentina

Ans : a. Germany
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Q: FIH Hockey Men’s Junior World Cup 2023 is conducted at which city and
country?
a) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
b) New Delhi, India
c) Amsterdam, Netherlands
d) Berlin, Germany

Ans : a) Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

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Q: What is the primary focus of the ‘UAE Consensus’ reached in Dubai at COP28
?
a) Transitioning to renewable energy
b) Achieving net-zero emissions by 2050
c) Enhancing climate finance
d) Strengthening global partnerships

b) Achieving net-zero emissions by 2050

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Q: What does COP28 aim to achieve in terms of global warming?

a) Limiting it to 2°C
b) Limiting it to 1.5°C
c) Reducing emissions by 50%
d) Achieving complete carbon neutrality

b) Limiting it to 1.5°C
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Q: What did the draft resolution in the UNGA’s Emergency Session demand
regarding the Israel-Hamas conflict?
a) Military intervention
b) Immediate humanitarian ceasefire
c) Expansion of hostilities
d) Recognition of new borders

Ans : b) Immediate humanitarian ceasefire

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Q: Who recently returned to power, as Prime Minister in Poland after nine

years?
A) Mateusz Morawiecki
B) Donald Tusk
C) Volodymyr Zelenskyy
D) Vladimir Putin

Ans : B) Donald Tusk

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Q: Who is the new Chief Minister of Rajasthan?

A) Vasundhara Raje
B) Bhajan Lal Sharma
C) Rajnath Singh
D) Vasudev Devnani

Ans : B) Bhajan Lal Sharma

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Q: Where was the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence Summit held in

December 2023?
A) Beijing
B) New Delhi
C) Geneva
D) Washington, D.C.

Ans : B) New Delhi

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Q: Who has been elected as the new Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh?
a. Shivraj Singh Chauhan
b. Dr. Mohan Yadav
c. Jagdish Deora
d. Narendra Singh Tomar

Ans : b. Dr. Mohan Yadav

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Q: According to the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill,

2023, who can be nominated by the Lieutenant Governor to the Legislative
Assembly?
a. Residents with long-term political experience
b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community
c. Any Indian citizen residing in Jammu and Kashmir
d. Members of recognized political parties only

Ans : b. Up to two members from the Kashmiri migrant community

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Q: What initiative did Prime Minister Narendra Modi launch on December 11,
2023 for development of youth?
a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth
b. National Education Policy 2020
c. Skill Development for Youth
d. Digital India Campaign

Ans : a. Viksit Bharat@2047 – Voice of Youth

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Q: Where do the first-ever Khelo India Para Games commence in December

2023?
A. Mumbai
B. Kolkata
C. New Delhi
D. Chennai

Ans : C. New Delhi

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Q: Who is the Chief Minister of Chhattisgarh?

A) Arjun Munda
B) Vishnu Deo Sai
C) Sarbananda Sonowal
D) Dushyant Kumar Gautam

B) Vishnu Deo Sai

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Q: Where is the 27th WAIPA World Investment Conference being hosted?

A) Mumbai
B) Chennai
C) New Delhi
D) Bangalore

Ans : C) New Delhi

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Q: Why was Mahua Moitra expelled from the Lok Sabha on December 8, 2023?
a. financial misconduct
b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal
c. Violation of parliamentary dress code
d. Absence without leave

Ans : b. Involvement in a “cash-for-query” scandal

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Q: Where was the Indian Art, Architecture & Design Biennale (IAADB) 2023 is
being held?
a. Rashtrapati Bhavan
b. Red Fort
c. India Gate
d. Humayun’s Tomb

Ans : b. Red Fort

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Q: What proposal did Governor Shaktikanta Das announce regarding UPI

transactions during the Monetary Policy Committee meeting in December
2023?
a. Limit reduction to one lakh rupees
b. No change in the transaction limit
c. Increase to 2.5 lakh rupees for all users
d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions

Ans : d. Increase to 5 lakh rupees in hospitals and educational institutions

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Q: When is Armed Forces Flag Day observed annually in India?

a. November 11
b. December 7
c. January 1
d. March 15

Ans : b. December 7
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Q: What is the main purpose of the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow

National Leadership Awards?
a. To celebrate young leaders under 30 years old
b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
c. To honor leaders from various industries
d. To recognize leaders with international acclaim

Ans : b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age

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Q: Where was the Uttarakhand Global Investors Summit 2023 held in December
2023?
a. New Delhi
b. Dehradun
c. Mumbai
d. Jaipur

Ans : b. Dehradun
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Q. Where is the Forest Research Institute located?

A. Jamshedpur, Jharkhand.
B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand
C. Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.
D. Guwahati, Assam.

Ans : B. Dehradun, Uttarakhand

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Q: Which cultural item from Gujarat was included in the UNESCO List of
Intangible Cultural Heritage (ICH) of Humanity in December 2023?
a) Bhangra
b) Garba
c) Kathak kali
d) Kuchipudi

Ans : b) Garba
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Q: Who is the Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) of India?

a) General Bipin Rawat
b) Admiral Karambir Singh
c) Air Chief Marshal Rakesh Kumar Singh Bhadauria
d) General Anil Chauhan

Answer: d) General Anil Chauhan

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Q: What type of natural disaster prompted India to provide immediate relief

assistance to Papua New Guinea?
a. Earthquake
b. Tsunami
c. Volcanic eruption
d. Cyclone

Answer: c. Volcanic eruption

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Q: Who has been announced as the next Chief Minister of Telangana by the
Congress party?
a) K C Venugopal
b) Mallikarjun Kharge
c) A Revanth Reddy
d) D.K. Shivakumar

Ans : c) A Revanth Reddy

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Q: Severe Cyclonic Storm Michaung crossed which state’s coast in December

2023?
a) Tamil Nadu
b) Kerala
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Odisha

Ans : c) Andhra Pradesh

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Q: What historic achievement did ISRO accomplish on August 23rd related to

Chandrayaan?
a) Successful return to Earth
b) Deployment of Pragyan rover
c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander
d) Earth observation mission

Ans : c) Historic touchdown of Vikram lander

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Q: When is Indian Navy Day celebrated annually?

a) December 1st
b) December 4th
c) November 15th
d) January 26th

Ans : b) December 4th

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Q.: What event is commemorated on Indian Navy Day?

a) Independence Day
b) Victory in Kargil War
c) 1971 attack on Karachi harbor
d) Naval Day

Ans : c) 1971 attack on Karachi harbor

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Q.: Which operation during the 1971 war crippled the Pakistani Navy’s western
fleet?
a) Operation Blue Star
b) Operation Trident
c) Operation Desert Storm
d) Operation Vijay

Ans : b) Operation Trident

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Q.: Where did Prime Minister Narendra Modi participate in the Navy Day
program in 2023?
a) Goa
b) Kochi in Kerala
c) Sindhudurg in Maharashtra
d) Chennai in Tamil Nadu

Ans : c) Sindhudurg in Maharashtra

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Q.: Which historic fort off the Maharashtra coast hosts the Navy Day
celebrations 2023?
a) Red Fort
b) Sindhudurg Fort
c) Jaigarh Fort
d) Golconda Fort

Ans : b) Sindhudurg Fort

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Q.: Who constructed the Sindhudurg Fort in the 17th century?

a) Akbar the Great
b) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj
c) Aurangzeb
d) Rana Pratap

b) Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj

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Q: Who is set to become the new Chief Minister of Mizoram?

a) Zoramthanga
b) Lalduhoma
c) Lalthansanga
d) Lalremruata Arema

Ans : b) Lalduhoma
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Q: The world’s first portable hospital, ‘Aarogya Maitri Aid Cube,’ was unveiled
on 2nd December 2023 in which city?
a) Mumbai
b) Gurugram
c) New Delhi
d) Bangalore

Answer: b) Gurugram
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Question: In the Madhya Pradesh assembly elections, which political party

secured a clear majority?
A) Congress
B) BJP
C) BSP
D) Bharat Adiwasi party

Answer: B) BJP
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Q: In Telangana, which party is win the Assembly Election?

a) BJP
b) Congress
c) AIMIM
d) Bharat Rashtra Samithi (BRS)

Ans : b) Congress
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Q: The 24th Edition of the Hornbill Festival began at which Naga Heritage
Village?
a) Kisama Village
b) Nagaland Heritage Hub
c) Tribal Heritage Town
d) Naga Cultural Center

Ans : a) Kisama Village

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Q: Hornbill Festival is celebrated in which state?

a) Manipur
b) Arunachal Pradesh
c) Nagaland
d) Mizoram

Ans : c) Nagaland
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Q: Where did Union Home Minister Amit Shah attend the 59th Raising Day
parade of the BSF on 1 December 2023?
a. New Delhi
b. Mumbai
c. Hazaribagh, Jharkhand
d. Kolkata

Ans : c. Hazaribagh, Jharkhand

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Q: What is the name of the cyclonic storm forecasted by the India

Meteorological Department over the southwest Bay of Bengal in December
2023?
a. Cyclone Amphan
b. Cyclone Nivar
c. Cyclone Michaung
d. Cyclone Vayu

c. Cyclone Michaung
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Q: Where is 28th session of the Conference of the Parties (COP28) to the UN

Framework Convention on Climate Change taking place?
a. New York, USA
b. Geneva, Switzerland
c. Dubai, UAE
d. Paris, France

Ans : c. Dubai, UAE

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Q: Who is the Union Minister for Parliamentary Affairs ?

a. Nitin Gadkari
b. Amit Shah
c. Pralhad Joshi
d. Rajnath Singh

Ans : c. Pralhad Joshi

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Q: Who will lead the Indian cricket team in the Test series during their tour of
South Africa?
a. K L Rahul
b. Suryakumar Yadav
c. Rohit Sharma
d. Virat Kohli

Ans : c. Rohit Sharma

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Q: Who is named as the captain for the T20I side in the upcoming South Africa
tour?
a. Rohit Sharma
b. K L Rahul
c. Virat Kohli
d. Suryakumar Yadav

Ans : d. Suryakumar Yadav

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Q: Who will lead the Indian cricket team in the ODIs during the South Africa
tour?
a. Rohit Sharma
b. Virat Kohli
c. K L Rahul
d. Suryakumar Yadav

Ans : c. K L Rahul
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