Current Affairs Top 60 Q&A PDF – September 2023 2nd Week

(9 - 16)
1. Name the company that has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with the Indian Railways’
Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) Vadodara to enhance India’s aviation sector.
1) Lockheed Martin
2) Boeing
3) Airbus
4) BAE Systems
5) Dassault Aviation
Answer- 3) Airbus
Explanation:
On September 7, 2023, Indian Railways’ Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV) Vadodara (Gujarat) and
Airbus, an European multinational aerospace corporation, signed an Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) for collaboration to enhance India’s aviation sector.
• Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya is a Central University under Ministry of Railways in Vadodara,
Gujarat. This is India’s first University in the Transportation and Logistics sectors.
• The MoU entails a partnership between two entities to establish a C295 aircraft facility in
Vadodara.
• It will support the creation of sector-specific training programs for students and professionals,
collaborative research, industry exposure for faculty, student internships, placements, and
scholarships.

2. The United Nations (UN) released a report “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals:
The gender snapshot 2023” with key highlighting that prevailing trends, gaps, and recent
setbacks on the journey towards achieving gender equality by ___________ (year).
1) 2027
2) 2025
3) 2026
4) 2030
5) 2028
Answer- 4) 2030
Explanation:
United Nations (UN)’s report titled “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The gender
snapshot 2023” states that the world is failing in its efforts towards achieving Sustainable
Development Goals(SDG) 5: gender equality, due to the biases against women around the world in
health, education, employment and the halls of power.
• This is the latest edition of the annual series jointly produced by the UN Women(UN Entity for
Gender Equality and the Empowerment of Women) and UN Department of Economic and
Social Affairs (DESA).
• The report provides a comprehensive analysis of gender equality progress across all 17 SDGs.
• The report also highlights prevailing trends, gaps, and recent setbacks on the journey towards
achieving gender equality by 2030.

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3. As per the 8th edition of the U.S. News & World Report’s Best Countries Rankings 2023
released in September 2023, India secured __________ rank, while _________ (country) topped as the
world’s best country for the 2nd consecutive time.
1) 29th; Sweden
2) 30th; Switzerland
3) 29th; Canada
4) 30th; Sweden
5) 40th; Switzerland
Answer- 2) 30th; Switzerland
Explanation:
According to the 8th edition of U.S. News & World Report’s Best Countries Rankings 2023, India
improved its ranking by one spot to claim 30th rank in 2023 with an overall score of 40.8. India was
ranked 31 out of 85 in 2022.
• The list is topped by Switzerland, among 87 countries, for the second consecutive time and
sixth time overall.
• Switzerland secured a place in the top 25 for all 10 subrankings.
• Switzerland is followed by Canada at 2nd rank, and Sweden at 3rd rank.
• The rankings are developed in collaboration with global marketing communications company
WPP and its proprietary BAV brand analytics tool, and by the Wharton School of the University
of Pennsylvania, United States (US).
• The ranking evaluated 87 countries, more than 17,000 respondents on 73 attributes.

4. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the Global Fintech Fest (GFF)
held in Mumbai, Maharashtra in September 2023?
A) Global Fintech Fest (GFF) was jointly organized by the National Payments Corporation of
India (NPCI), the Payments Council of India (PCI), and the Fintech Convergence Council (FCC).
B) The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das recently announced five new
innovative payment solutions developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
at the Global Fintech Fest 2023.
C) Tom Greenwood, Founder & CEO of Online PSB Loans Limited won the Global Fintech
Awards 2023 under the Fintech Personality of the Year – Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC)
Category.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only A & B
Explanation:
Global Fintech Fest (GFF) is the largest fintech 3-day conference held from September 5 to 7, 2023 at
the Jio World Convention Centre, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. It was jointly organized by the National
Payments Corporation of India (NPCI), the Payments Council of India (PCI), and the Fintech
Convergence Council (FCC).
• Theme: Global collaboration for a responsible financial ecosystem -Inclusive | Resilient |
Sustainable. The 5th edition of GFF will take place on October 8-10, 2024.

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 • Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman’s address at the Global Fintech Fest 2023 in Mumbai
covered several important aspects of India’s financial ecosystem and its challenges.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Governor Shaktikanta Das recently announced five new
innovative payment solutions developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
at the Global Fintech Fest 2023.
• Adeeb Ahamed, Managing Director, Lulu Financial Holdings won the Global Fintech Awards
2023 under the Fintech Personality of the Year – Gulf Cooperation Countries (GCC)
Category.
• The Unique Identity Authority of India (UIDAI) made a significant impact at the Global Fintech
Festival (GFF) 2023 in Mumbai, organized an industry meet-up under the theme “Reimagine
Aadhaar #together.”
• The State Bank of India (SBI), the largest lender in the country, has unveiled the ‘Nation First
Transit Card,’ also known as the RuPay National Common Mobility Card (NCMC) Prepaid Card,
at the Global Fintech Fest 2023.

5. Name the bank that has recently (in Sept ‘23) became the first Public Sector Bank (PSB) to
offer Metal Debit Card cards, serving High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNI) and women customers.
1) Union Bank of India
2) Bank of Baroda
3) Bank of India
4) Punjab National Bank
5) Indian Bank
Answer- 1) Union Bank of India
Explanation:
Union Bank of India (UBI) has introduced two new Debit Card variants, the HNI Emperio RuPay
Metal Debit Card and the RuPay Empower Her Debit Card, in association with the National
Payments Corporation of India (NPCI).
• With this, UBI became the first Public Sector Bank (PSB) to offer Metal Debit Card cards,
serving High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNI) and women customers.
• These cards are issued on the RuPay network.
• The cards were unveiled at the Global Fintech Fest(GFF) 2023 in Mumbai, Maharashtra by
UBI’s MD & CEO (Managing Director & Chief Executive Officer), A. Manimekhalai, and NPCI’s
COO (Chief Operating Officer), Praveena Rai.

6. Name the cloud computing services company that has recently (in Sept ‘23) partnered with
the Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) to train government officials in
cybersecurity skills.
1) Amazon Web Services India
2) Google Cloud Platform
3) Oracle Cloud Infrastructure

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4) IBM Cloud
5) Microsoft Azure India
Answer- 2) Google Cloud Platform
Explanation:
Google Cloud Platform (GCP), offered by Google, has partnered with the Indian Computer Emergency
Response Team (CERT-In) under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) to
train government officials in cybersecurity skills.
• CERT-In is part of the MeitY which deals with cybersecurity threats, hacking, and other cyber-
related issues.
• This partnership aims to strengthen the cybersecurity landscape in India.
• Around 1000 government officials will undergo training in cyber defence best practices
including use of Generative Artificial intelligence(AI), Conducting cybersecurity AI hackathons
and real-world applications and scenarios.
• Open Network for Digital Commerce (ONDC) and Google Cloud collaborated to advance e-
commerce in India with generative AI.

7. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the ‘Swachh Vayu Survekshan-
2023′ Award presented by the Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of Environment,
Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC) in August 2023?
A) Indore (Madhya Pradesh) secured the first rank followed by Agra (Uttar Pradesh) and
Thane (Maharashtra) in the second and third place respectively in category 1.
B) Amravati of Maharashtra bagged the top rank followed by Moradabad (Uttar Pradesh) and
Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) in the second and third place respectively
C) Parwanoo of Himachal Pradesh bagged the top rank followed by Kala Amb(Himachal
Pradesh) and Angul(Odisha) in the second and third place respectively.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Union Minister Bhupender Yadav, Ministry of
Environment, Forest and Climate Change (MoEF&CC)
has given awards to the ‘Swachh Vayu Survekshan-
2023′ winners on the occasion of the “International Day
of Clear Air for Blue Sky” on 7th September 2023, at
Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh .
• ‘Swachh Vayu Survekshan- 2023’ was conducted
by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) under the initiative of the MoEFCC.
• The 2nd edition of Swachh Vayu Survekshan took place in 2023.
i. ‘National Clean Air City’ Awards:
• Category 1: Indore (Madhya Pradesh) secured the first rank followed by Agra (Uttar
Pradesh) and Thane (Maharashtra) in the second and third place respectively. Those cities
with a population above 10 lakh fall under category 1.

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 • Category 2: Amravati of Maharashtra bagged the top rank followed by Moradabad (Uttar
Pradesh) and Guntur (Andhra Pradesh) in the second and third place respectively .
• Category 3: Parwanoo of Himachal Pradesh bagged the top rank followed by Kala
Amb(Himachal Pradesh) and Angul(Odisha) in the second and third place respectively. The
award comes with a cash price, trophy and Certificate with the title “National Clean Air City”.

8. When was International Literacy Day (ILD) 2023 observed across the globe by the United
Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)?
1) 7th September 2023
2) 5th September 2023
3) 9th September 2023
4) 6th September 2023
5) 8th September 2023
Answer- 5) 8th September 2023
Explanation:
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO)’s International
Literacy Day (ILD) 2023 observed on 8th September 2023 across the globe, to remind the public of
the importance of literacy as a matter of dignity and human rights, and to advance the literacy agenda
towards a more literate and sustainable society.
• The 2023 theme of ILD is, ‘Promoting literacy for a world in transition: Building the
foundation for sustainable and peaceful societies’.
• The first-ever International Literacy Day was observed on 8th September 1967.
• On 15 November 2019 at UNESCO’s 40th General Conference in Paris (France), the Member
States agreed to adopt a new UNESCO Strategy for Youth and Adult Literacy (2020-2025).
• On the occasion of ILD 2023(on 8th September 2023), UNESCO announced the winner of
UNESCO International Literacy Prizes (ILP) which reward excellence and innovation in the
field of literacy around the world to promote effective and innovative practices and encourage
dynamic literate societies.
• Currently, there are 2 UNESCO ILPs, The UNESCO King Sejong Literacy Prize (3 awards) and
The UNESCO Confucius Prize for Literacy (3 awards).

9. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to MoUs signed by PM of India
Narendra Modi and PM of Bangladesh Sheikh Hasina in September 2023?
A) The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) and Bangladesh Bank signed an MoU on
Cooperation in Digital Payment mechanisms.
B) MoU on renewal of the Cultural Exchange Program (CEP) between India and Bangladesh for
2023-2025.
C) Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Bangladesh Agriculture Research
Council (BARC) signed an MoU to boost cooperation in agricultural research and education.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C

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Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi and Sheikh Hasina, PM of People’s Republic of Bangladesh
exchanged 3 Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) to strengthen bilateral cooperation between
India and Bangladesh.
i. PM Modi held a bilateral meeting with Bangladesh PM Sheikh Hasina, who was visiting India as a
guest to participate in the G-20 Leaders Summit held from 9th to 10th September 2023 in New Delhi,
Delhi.
ii. The 3 MoUs were,
• MoU on Cooperation in Digital Payment mechanisms between National Payments Corporation
of India (NPCI) and Bangladesh Bank.
• MoU on renewal of the Cultural Exchange Program (CEP) between India and Bangladesh for
2023-2025.
• MoU between Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) and Bangladesh Agriculture
Research Council (BARC) to boost cooperation in agricultural research and education.

10. The Geographical Indications Registry has recently (in Sep ‘23) granted Geographical
Indication(GI) tags to Koraput Kalajeera Rice.
The Koraput Kalajeera rice belongs to ___________ (state).
1) West Bengal
2) Andhra Pradesh
3) Kerala
4) Odisha
5) Tamil Nadu
Answer- 4) Odisha
Explanation:
Chennai(Tamil Nadu) based Geographical Indications Registry has granted Geographical
Indication(GI) tags to Odisha’s ‘Koraput Kalajeera Rice’, which is also known as the ‘Prince of Rice’.
i. Kalajeera rice has been exclusively cultivated by the tribes and farmers of Koraput district in Odisha
over generations.
• Koraput Kalajeera Rice(Class 30 – Rice) was categorised as ‘Agriculture’ under Goods.
ii. Geographical Indication Registry functions under the the Department of Promotion of Industry and
Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce and Industry(MoCI).

11. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to Prime Minister Narendra
Modi's visit to Jakarta to attend the 20th ASEAN-India Summit & 18th East Asia Summit, in
September 2023?
A)The 20th ASEAN-India Summit was held in Jakarta, Indonesia and it was co-chaired by Joko
Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, and PM Narendra Modi on the theme ‘ASEAN
Matters: Epicentrum of Growth‘.
B)The 18th East Asia Summit (EAS) adopted the EAS Leaders’ Statement on Maintaining and
Promoting the Region as an Epicentrum of Growth.
C) During the meeting, India announced the establishment of an Indian Embassy in Dili, Timor-
Leste.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B

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3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi paid an official visit to Jakarta, Indonesia from 6th to 7th
September 2023 at the invitation of Joko Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia.
• The 20th ASEAN-India Summit was held in Jakarta, Indonesia and it was co-chaired by Joko
Widodo, President of the Republic of Indonesia, and PM Narendra Modi on the theme ‘ASEAN
Matters: Epicentrum of Growth‘.
• The Indian Side announced to establish an Indian Embassy in The Indian Side announced to
establish an Indian Embassy in Dili, Timor-Leste.
• Two Joint Statements, one on Maritime Cooperation, and the other on Food Security were
adopted during the meeting.
• PM Narendra Modi unveils a 12-point plan to strengthen ASEAN-India cooperation.
• In 2022–2023, bilateral trade between India and ASEAN reached USD 131.5 billion,
accounting for 11.3% of India’s overall trade.
• The 18th East Asia Summit (EAS) adopted the EAS Leaders’ Statement on Maintaining and
Promoting the Region as an Epicentrum of Growth and exchanged views on a wide range of
regional and international issues.
• EAS is the Indo-Pacific’s premier forum for strategic dialogue and it was established in 2005. It
has 18 members now.

12. Name the Small Finance Bank (SFB) that has recently (in sep ‘23) entered into
bancassurance agreements with Star Health and Allied Insurance Company and Bajaj Allianz
Life Insurance Company.
1) ESAF SFB
2) Au SFB
3) Utkarsh SFB
4) Equitas SFB
5) Suryoday SFB
Answer- 2) Au SFB
Explanation:
AU Small Finance Bank (AU SFB) has recently entered into bancassurance agreements with Star
Health and Allied Insurance Company (Star Health), and Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance Company (Bajaj
Allianz). This strategic move allows AU Bank to offer a range of insurance products to its customers
through these partnerships.
i. Customers of AU Bank can now access insurance products such as health insurance and general
insurance policies through the bank’s branches and digital channels.
• Under this partnership, AU SFB will distribute a range of insurance products from Bajaj Allianz
Life Insurance.These products include term insurance, savings plans, and retirement products.
• In the case of the partnership with Star Health, AU SFB will distribute health insurance plans
from Star Health.

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13. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the US Open 2023 held in New
York, United States of America (USA)?
A) Novak Djokovic of Serbia won his 4th US Open title and 24th Grand Slam title by defeating
Daniil Medvedev of Russia.
B)Aryna Sabalenka won her first Grand Slam title at the US Open 2023 by beating Coco Gauff in
the Women’s Singles final.
C)Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury won the men’s doubles title at the US Open by beating Rohan
Bopanna and Matthew Ebden in the final.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 4) Only A & C
Explanation:
Novak Djokovic won his 24th Grand Slam title at the US Open 2023 by defeating Daniil Medvedev in
the men’s singles final at the Arthur Ashe Stadium(Hard Court), New York City, New York, United
States of America(USA).
· The 143rd edition of the US Open was held from 28th August to 10th September 2023(Main-
draw).
i.Coco Gauff (Women’s Tennis Association WTA- Ranking 3) won her first Grand Slam title at the US
Open 2023 by beating Aryna Sabalenka(WTA Ranking 1) in the Women’s Singles final.
ii.Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury won the men’s doubles title at the US Open by beating Rohan
Bopanna and Matthew Ebden in the final.
iii.Gabriela Dabrowski and Erin Routliffe won the women’s doubles title at the US Open by
defeating 2020 US Open champions Vera Zvonareva and Laura Siegemund in the finals.
iv. Harri Heliovaara and Anna Dalinina won the mixed doubles title at the US Open 2023 by
defeating Jessica Pegula and Austin Krajicek in the finals.

14. When was the Himalaya Diwas(Himalayan Day) 2023 observed across India?
1) 11th September 2023
2) 9th September 2023
3) 12th September 2023
4) 8th September 2023
5) 7th September 2023
Answer- 2) 9th September 2023
Explanation:
Himalaya Diwas, also known as the Himalayan Day is annually observed across India, especially in
the state of Uttarakhand on 9th September with the aim of conserving the Himalayan ecosystem
and region.
• 9th September 2023 marks the 14th edition of Himalaya Diwas.
i.In 2014, Harish Rawat, the then Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand officially declared the 9th
September of every year as the ‘Himalaya Diwas’.
ii. The first-ever Himalaya Diwas was celebrated on 9th September 2015.

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15. What was the theme of World First Aid Day 2023 that was observed across the globe on 9th
September 2023?
1) First Aid and Excluded People
2) First aid saves lives
3) Lifelong First Aid
4) First Aid in the Digital World
5) First aid and road safety
Answer- 4) First Aid in the Digital World
Explanation:
World First Aid Day is annually observed across the globe on the 2nd Saturday of September to create
awareness about the importance of first aid training in saving lives and preventing injuries. The day
also aims to encourage the general public to learn basic first-aid skills.
• World First Aid Day 2023 was observed on 9th September 2023.
• The theme of World First Aid Day 2023 is “First Aid in the Digital World”.
• The theme promotes the utilisation of digital tools (mobile apps and online videos/courses)
and resources that support first aid education.

16. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the launches made by the
Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePWD) under the Ministry of
Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE) in September 2023?
A) The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePWD) under the Ministry
of Social Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE) launched 5 Pioneering Initiatives to Foster
Inclusivity and Empower Persons with Disabilities(PwDs).
B) An Online Case Monitoring Portal developed by the Common Services Centres (CSC) e-
Governance Service India Limited was launched to simplify and expedite the grievance
resolution process for PwDs.
C) PM-DAKSH Portal introduced by DEPwD is a comprehensive digital platform designed to
empower PwDs in their pursuit of skill training and employment opportunities.
1) All A, B & C
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) Only A
Answer- 4) Only A & C
Explanation:
The Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities (DePWD) under the Ministry of Social
Justice & Empowerment (MoSJE) launched 5 Pioneering Initiatives to Foster Inclusivity and Empower
Persons with Disabilities(PwDs).
i. An Online Case Monitoring Portal developed by the Office of the Chief Commissioner for Persons
with Disabilities (CCPD) was launched to simplify and expedite the grievance resolution process for
PwDs.
ii. The initiatives were launched by Pratima Bhoumi, Minister of State (MoS), MoSJE at the Dr.
Ambedkar International Centre (DAIC) in New Delhi, Delhi.
iii. The other 4 initiatives were:

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 • DEPwD has partnered with Council of Architecture(COA) to introduce universal accessibility
courses within Bachelor of Architecture programs.
• DEPwD released the anonymous data through the UDID portal for research purposes. This will
provide insights at various levels, facilitating a deeper understanding and informing targeted
interventions.
• PM-DAKSH Portal introduced by DEPwD is a comprehensive digital platform designed to
empower PwDs in their pursuit of skill training and employment opportunities
• The booklet, Pathways to Access: Courts on Disability Rights, by DEPwD is a compilation of
notable judgments from India’s Supreme Court and High Courts concerning disability rights.

17. Which Life Insurance company has recently (in Sept ‘23) launched Income Laabh, an
individual savings plan to provide both financial security and a consistent income stream
throughout the policy term?
1) Max Life Insurance
2) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
3) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
4) Bharti AXA Life Insurance
5) Tata AIA Life Insurance
Answer- 4) Bharti AXA Life Insurance
Explanation:
Bharti AXA Life Insurance has launched Bharti AXA Life Income Laabh, an individual savings plan
that provides both financial security and a consistent income stream throughout the policy term.
• It is a non-linked, non-participating individual savings plan with life insurance coverage.
• This launch was made as a part of its aim to simplify insurance and deliver maximum
protection to its consumers.
i. Policyholders can expect guaranteed income for 10 to 12 years, with initial payouts equal to 100%
of the annual premium and increasing to 150% after 5 years for a 10-year term, or 200% after 6 years
for a 12-year term.

18. In September 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-appointment of
Sandeep Bakhshi as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the
____________ (Bank) for three years.
1) HDFC Bank
2) YES Bank
3) ICICI Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) IndusInd Bank
Answer- 3) ICICI Bank
Explanation:
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has approved the re-appointment of Sandeep Bakhshi as the
Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the ICICI Bank Limited for three years
with effect from 4th October, 2023 to 3rd October 2026.
i. This is his second extension of tenure; the first extension happened in 2021 for two years which is
about to expire on 3rd October 2023.
ii. He has been serving as the MD & CEO of ICICI Bank since 2018 succeeding Chanda Kochchar.

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19. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the Tata Steel Chess India
Rapid and Blitz 2023 held in Kolkata,West Bengal from August to September 2023?
A) Maxime Vachier-Lagrave of France won the Tata Steel Chess India Open Rapid title by
defeating Teimour Radjabov of Azerbaijan.
B) Alexander Grischuk (Represented by FIDE) won the Tata Steel India 2023 Open Blitz title by
defeating Nodirbek Abdusattorov of Uzbekistan.
C) India’s Women Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh won the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid title in
the women’s category by defeating Ju Wenjun from China.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
The Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz 2023 was held from 31st August to 9th September 2023 at
the National Library of India, Kolkata,West Bengal.
• India’s Grandmaster Divya Deshmukh from Maharashtra won the Tata Steel Chess India Rapid
title in the women’s category.
• Indian Chess Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa from TamilNadu secured third place
in both Open Rapid and Open Blitz events.
• This marks the 5th edition of the tournament since the first edition was held in 2018.
Winners of Tata Steel Chess India Rapid and Blitz 2023:
Category Rapid Blitz

Open (Men’s) Maxime Vachier-Lagrave Alexander Grischuk

(France) (Represented by FIDE)

Teimour Radjabov Nodirbek Abdusattorov

(Azerbaijan) (Uzbekistan)

Women’s Divya Deshmukh Ju Wenjun

(India) (China)

Ju Wenjun Koneru Humpy

(China) (India)

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20. When was the National Forest Martyrs Day 2023 observed across India?
1) 11th September 2023
2) 9th September 2023
3) 12th September 2023
4) 8th September 2023
5) 10th September 2023
Answer- 1) 11th September 2023
Explanation:
The National Forest Martyrs Day 2023 was observed across India on 11th September 2023 to
remember, and honour people who sacrificed their lives to protect forests and Wildlife in India that
are important for the well-being of the planet.
i. The day is also observed as an annual commemoration of the Khejarli massacre in 1730.
ii. 2023 Events: To commemorate the foresters, who had laid down their lives to protect forests and
wildlife, National Forest Martyrs Day was observed on 11th September, 2023 at Forester Memorial,
Brandis Road, Forest Research Institute (FRI), Dehradun campus in Uttarakhand.

21. When was the United Nations (UN) International Day for South-South Cooperation 2023
observed across the globe with the theme of “Solidarity, Equity, and Partnership: Unlocking
South-South Cooperation to Achieve the SDGs”?
1) 10th September 2023
2) 12th September 2023
3) 9th September 2023
4) 11th September 2023
5) 8th September 2023
Answer- 2) 12th September 2023
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) International Day for South-South Cooperation 2023 was observed across
the globe on 12th September 2023 with the theme of “Solidarity, Equity, and Partnership: Unlocking
South-South Cooperation to Achieve the SDGs”.
• The theme highlights the importance of SSC in achieving the UN 2030 agenda of Sustainable
Development Goals (SDGs).
• The first-ever UN Day for SSC was observed on 19th December 2004.
• A High-level Panel Discussion was organised by United Nations Office for South-South
Cooperation (UNOSSC), together with the Permanent Mission of Sri Lanka to the UN in its
capacity of Chair of the High-Level Committee on SSC 2023-2025 on 12th September 2023 in
New York, the United States of America.

22. Which of the following points is “Incorrect” with respect to the 18th G20 (Group of 20)
Leaders’ Summit, under India’s presidency, held in New Delhi, Delhi in September 2023?
1) During the 18th G20 Summit, Indian Prime Minister (PM) Narendra Modi announced that the African
Union has been included as a member of the G20, making it the 21st member.
2) PM Narendra Modi made a significant announcement about the unanimous adoption of the New Delhi
declaration during the 18th G20 summit.

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3) PM Narendra Modi launched the Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA), a collective effort aimed at reducing
the world’s dependency on petrol and diesel fuels in which a total of 19 countries and 12 international
organisations have joined so far.
4) PM Narendra Modi and the President of the USA, H.E. Mr. Joe Biden co-chaired a special event on
Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) and India-Middle East-Europe Economic
Corridor (IMEC).
5) PM Narendra Modi handed over the G20 Presidency to Giorgia Meloni, the President of Italy, which
will assume the presidency of the grouping from December 1, 2023.
Answer- 5) PM Narendra Modi handed over the G20 Presidency to Giorgia Meloni, the President
of Italy, which will assume the presidency of the grouping from December 1, 2023.
Explanation:
The two-day 18th G20 (Group of 20) Leaders’ Summit, under India’s presidency, happened in Bharat
Mandapam International Exhibition and Convention Centre, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from September
9th to 10th, 2023. This is the first ever G20 Summit being hosted by India.
• The meeting was held under the theme of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” or “One Earth – One
Family – One Future”. It is inspired from the Maha Upanishad, an old Sanskrit scripture.
• During the 18th G20 Summit, Indian PM Narendra Modi announced that the African Union has
been included as a member of the G20, making it the 21st member.
• Prime Minister Narendra Modi made a significant announcement about the unanimous
adoption of the New Delhi declaration during the 18th G20 summit.
• On September 9, 2023, at the G20 Summit held in New Delhi, Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi launched the Global Biofuel Alliance (GBA), a collective effort aimed at reducing the
world’s dependency on petrol and diesel fuels. A total of 19 countries and 12 international
organizations have so far agreed to join.
• On the sidelines of the G20 Summit in New Delhi, Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi and the
President of USA, H.E. Mr. Joe Biden co-chaired a special event on Partnership for Global
Infrastructure and Investment (PGII) and India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC).
• The two days G20 Leaders’ Summit 2023 was concluded on 10th September,2023. Prime
Minister Narendra Modi handed over the G20 Presidency to Lula da Silva, the President of
Brazil, which will assume the presidency of the grouping from December 1,2023 this year.
• On the margins of G20 Leader’s summit, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak forged new
strategic partnership with Singapore Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong in Bharat Mandapam,
New Delhi on September 9,2023.

23. Name the organisation that has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with National Bank for
Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) to boost Data-Driven Innovations in Agriculture.
1) International Fund for Agricultural Development
2) Food and Agriculture Organization
3) United Nations Development Programme
4) International Monetary Fund
5) United Nations Human Settlement Programme
Answer- 3) United Nations Development Programme
Explanation:
On September 12, 2023, the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) and the National Bank
for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) signed a 5-year Memorandum of Understanding

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(MoU) on technical cooperation for the joint development of data-driven innovations in agriculture and
food systems to support smallholder farmers.
i. Aim: To promote sustainable agriculture, reducing vulnerability by sharing best practices and
optimizing investments
ii. Under this MoU, NABARD and UNDP will share open-source data for product development,
technology transfer, collective climate action, and agrarian policy support to enhance the livelihoods of
smallholder farmers.

24. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the 12th Round of Ministerial
India-United Kingdom (UK) Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) held in New Delhi, Delhi in
September 2023?
A) India and UK announced the launch of the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge (UKIIFB)
during the 12th Round of Ministerial India-UK EFD held in New Delhi, Delhi to secure long-term
investment for vital infrastructure sectors in India.
B) UKIIFB initiative also provides expertise and investment to support the National
Infrastructure Pipeline of India.
C) UKIIFB initiative is led jointly by the National Institute for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)
and the City of London.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
India and the United Kingdom (UK) announced the
launch of the UK-India Infrastructure Financing Bridge
(UKIIFB) during the 12th Round of Ministerial India-
UK Economic and Financial Dialogue (EFD) held in New
Delhi, Delhi on 11th September 2023, to secure long-
term investment for vital infrastructure sectors in India.
• UKIIFB is a collaborative initiative signifying the
continuing commitment of both nations to work
in close cooperation toward unlocking substantial infrastructure investment opportunities in
India.
• UKIIFB initiative also provides expertise and investment to support the National
Infrastructure Pipeline of India.
• UKIIFB initiative is led jointly by the National Institute for Transforming India (NITI Aayog)
and the City of London.
• The Financial Market Dialogue (FMD) held in London in 2023, provided an opportunity to
deepen the cooperation between both nations across a range of sub sectors including banking,
insurance, and pension, among others.
Note: The next(13th) Ministerial India-UK EFD will be held in London, UK in 2024.

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25. In which city, Union Minister of Education & Skill Development, and Entrepreneurship
Dharmendra Pradhan has recently (in Sept ‘23) inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK)
and laid the foundation stone of 141 Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI) schools?
1) Pune, Maharashtra
2) Gandhinagar, Gujarat
3) Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
4) Dehradun, Uttarakhand
5) Patna, Bihar
Answer- 4) Dehradun, Uttarakhand
Explanation:
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Ministry of Education(MoE) and Ministry of Skill Development
and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) along with Pushkar Singh Dhami, Chief Minister (CM) of Uttarakhand,
inaugurated the Vidya Samiksha Kendra (VSK) in Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
i. They also laid the Foundation Stone of 141 Pradhan Mantri Schools for Rising India (PM SHRI)
Schools and 40 bed Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose Awasiya Vidyalaya (NSCBAV) (residential school) in
Dehradun, Uttarakhand.
ii. PM SHRI Schools will serve as the models for the existing schools to achieve excellence and the
NSCBAV will provide quality education to underprivileged children.

26. Which organisation, along with Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) & National Stock
Exchange of India Limited (NSE) has recently (in Sept ‘23) organised a workshop on Business
Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in Mumbai, Maharashtra?
1) United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization
2) United Nations Development Programme
3) United Nations Children’s Fund
4) International Monetary Fund
5) World Bank
Answer- 3) United Nations Children’s Fund
Explanation:
On September 12, 2023, the Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) organised a workshop on
Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) in collaboration with UNICEF (United
Nations Children’s Fund) and National Stock Exchange of India Limited (NSE) at the NSE premises in
Mumbai, Maharashtra.
i. Aim: The workshop aimed to provide a comprehensive understanding of the BRSR framework.
ii. The BRSR framework: It is based on the 9 principles of the National Guidelines for Responsible
Business Conduct (NGRBC). It mandates the top 1000 listed companies to report their ESG
performance, showcasing their dedication to responsible business conduct.

27. In September 2023, the Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the
relaxation for the provision of requirement of indigenous Domestic Content Requirement (DCR)
under Component C of Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana
(PM-KUSUM Scheme) till ______________.
1) 31st January 2024
2) 30th November 2023
3) 31st December 2023

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4) 30th April 2024
5) 31st March 2024
Answer- 5) 31st March 2024
Explanation:
The Ministry of New & Renewable Energy (MNRE) has extended the relaxation for the provision of
requirement of indigenous domestic content requirement (DCR) under Component C of Pradhan
Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana (PM-KUSUM Scheme) till 31st March
2024.
• The DCR requirement for solar cells was waived off for projects awarded on or before June 20,
2023.
• This is a continuation of the memorandum issued by MNRE in August 2022, which extended
the DCR waiver until 20th June 2023. This decision comes after receiving industry
representations on the matter.
• Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Surakshaevam Utthaan Mahabhiyan Yojana (PM-KUSUM Scheme)
was launched in March 2019 by the MNRE, to subsidise farmers to install solar irrigation
pumps for cultivation.

28. Name the Payment company that has recently (in Sept ‘23) collaborated with the National
Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) to launch “AutoPay on QR(Quick Response)”, a feature
enabling customer onboarding through a 2-step process.
1) Cashfree Payments India Private Limited
2) Razorpay Software Private Limited
3) BharatPe Limited
4) Infibeam Avenues Limited
5) Paytm Private Limited
Answer- 1) Cashfree Payments India Private Limited
Explanation:
Cashfree Payments India Private Limited in collaboration with National Payments Corporation of
India (NPCI) launched “AutoPay on QR(Quick Response)”, a feature enabling customer onboarding
through a 2-step process.
i. The 2 step process involves scanning the QR code and approving an e-mandate through Unified
Payments Interface (UPI) apps.
ii. Cashfree Payments works with banks to build the core payments and banking infrastructure that
powers the company’s products.
iii. It is also integrated with major platforms such as Shopify, Wix, PayPal, Amazon Pay, Paytm, and
Google Pay.

29. Which company, along with the Ministry of Tourism and Invest India has recently (in Sept
‘23) launched Priceless.com to explore India’s history and culture?
1) Visa Inc
2) Mastercard
3) American Express
4) Capital One
5) Discover Card
Answer- 2) Mastercard

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Explanation:
‘Mastercard’ with the support from the Ministry of Tourism and Invest India has launched
Priceless.com to explore India’s history and culture (using latest travel trends).
• Priceless.com will support the “Dekho Apna Desh“ initiative of the Tourism Ministry.
i. Priceless.com is an extension of Mastercard’s global priceless platform that offers exclusive
experiences and privileges to Mastercard cardholders around the world.
ii. It paves a way for local and international travellers to experience the country’s diverse heritage.

30. Which institute has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with the Indian Space Research
Organisation (ISRO) for capacity building the areas of mineral resources and disaster
management within the framework National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS)
programme?
1) Geological Survey of India Training Institute
2) Indian Institute of Science, Bengaluru
3) Central Institute of Mining and Fuel Research
4) Geological & Metallurgical Institute of India
5) Indian Institute of Science Education and Research, Kolkata
Answer- 1) Geological Survey of India Training Institute
Explanation:
The Geological Survey of India Training Institute (GSITI) in Hyderabad (Telangana) has signed a 5-year
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) in
Bengaluru (Karnataka) as part of the National Natural Resources Management System (NNRMS)
programme.
i. The primary objective of the project is capacity building through the generation of a skilled workforce
(human resources) in the Application of Digital Image Processing and Geographic Information Systems
(GIS) in Mineral Exploration, Advanced Remote Sensing Techniques in Mineral Exploration, and
Applications of Geo-informatics in Disaster Management.
ii. The scope of the collaborative project between GSITI and ISRO is to conduct a series of training for
capacity building in the areas of mineral resources and disaster management within the framework
NNRMS programme.

31. Name the Indian Badminton player who has recently (in Sept ‘23) won the men’s singles title
at the BNI Indonesia Masters 2023 held in Medan, Indonesia.
1) Priyanshu Rajawat
2) Mithun Manjunath
3) Lakshya Sen
4) B. Sai Praneeth
5) Kiran George
Answer- 5) Kiran George
Explanation:
India’s Kiran George won the men’s singles title at the BNI Indonesia Masters 2023 held from 5th
to 10th September 2023 in Medan, Indonesia.
• BNI Indonesia Masters 2023 is the Badminton World Federation(BWF) World Tour Super 100
tournament.

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 • This marks Kiran George’s second BWF Super 100 title after he won his maiden title at the
Odisha Open in 2022.
• Men’s Singles: India’s Kiran George won the men’s singles title by defeating Koo Takahashi of
Japan in the finals.
• This win helped him to get the career-best BWF 39th rank in men’s singles.
• Women Singles: Ester Nurumi Tri Wardoyo of Indonesia won the women’s singles title by
defeating Chiu Pin-Chain of Chinese Taipei in the finals.

32. Which of the following points is “Incorrect” with respect to the Cabinet Approval in
September 2023?
1) The Union Cabinet approved the extension of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) 2.0 for
release of 84 lakh LPG connections over 5 years from Financial Year 2023-24 to 2027-28.
2) The Union Cabinet has approved the eCourts Project Phase III as a Central Sector Scheme spanning
4 years (starting from 2023 onwards) with financial outlay of Rs.7210 crore.
3) The Union Cabinet approved the MoU which was signed by the Ministry of Electronics &
Information Technology(Meity) of India and the Ministry of High-Tech Industry of the Republic of
Armenia in June 2023.
4) The Union Cabinet also approved another MoU which was signed between the Meity of Government
of India and the Ministry of Information, Communications Technologies, Utilities and Energy of
Antigua & Barbuda in June 2023.
5) The Union Cabinet has passed a resolution to commemorate the success of the 18th G20 Summit,
hosted for the first time by India in New Delhi from September 9th to 10th, 2023.
Answer- 1) The Union Cabinet approved the extension of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana
(PMUY) 2.0 for release of 84 lakh LPG connections over 5 years from Financial Year 2023-24 to
2027-28.
Explanation:
The Union cabinet chaired by Prime Minister(PM) Narendra Modi has approved the following
proposals on 13th September 2023.
• The Union Cabinet has passed a resolution to commemorate the success of the 18th G20
Summit, hosted for the first time by India in New Delhi from September 9th to 10th, 2023.
• The Union Cabinet approved the extension of Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) 2.0 for
release of 75 lakh LPG (Liquefied Petroleum Gas) connections over 3 years from Financial
Year 2023-24 to 2025-26.
• The Union Cabinet has approved the eCourts Project Phase III as a Central Sector Scheme
spanning 4 years (starting from 2023 onwards) with financial outlay of Rs.7210 crore.
• Approval of MoUs between India and 3 other Countries: The Union Cabinet approved the
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) which was signed by the Ministry of Electronics &
Information Technology(Meity) of India and the Ministry of High-Tech Industry of the Republic
of Armenia in June 2023.
• The Union Cabinet, chaired by the Hon’ble Prime Minister approves the signing of
Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 12th of June 2023 between the Ministry of
Electronics and Information Technology of the Republic of India and the Ministry of
Information and Communications of the Republic of Sierra Leone.

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 • The Union Cabinet also approved another MoU which was signed between the Meity of
Government of India and the Ministry of Information, Communications Technologies, Utilities
and Energy of Antigua & Barbuda in June 2023.
• The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs(CCEA) approved the Foreign Direct Investment
(FDI) proposal for foreign investment in M/s Suven Pharmaceuticals Limited,a public limited
Indian pharmaceutical company listed on the National Stock Exchange(NSE) Limited and the
Bombay Stock Exchange Limited(BSE) of India.

33. Which Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with
ICICI Bank to support the startup ecosystem?
1) IIT Madras
2) IIT Guwahati
3) IIT Kharagpur
4) IIT Kanpur
5) IIT Indore
Answer- 4) IIT Kanpur
Explanation:
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur in Uttar Pradesh(UP) has signed a Memorandum of
Understanding (MoU) with the ICICI Bank Limited to support the startup ecosystem to provide the
Startup Incubation and Innovation Centre (SIIC) IIT Kanpur.
i. The partnership offers a comprehensive support system to early-stage ventures.
ii. Under this MoU, IIT Kanpur and ICICI Bank will facilitate joint efforts to equip startups and
innovators at the SIIC with essential tools and knowledge.
iii. ICICI Bank helps innovators, incubatees, and students at IIT Kanpur with pre- and post-transaction
compliance while engaging with Private Equity (PE) and Venture Capital (VC) support.

34. Which Insurance company has recently (in Sept ‘23) launched a Secure Earnings &
Wellness Advantage (SEWA) Plan”, combining the benefits of health and life insurance under a
single plan?
1) Max Life Insurance
2) Bajaj Allianz Life Insurance
3) ICICI Prudential Life Insurance
4) Bharti AXA Life Insurance
5) Tata AIA Life Insurance
Answer-1) Max Life Insurance
Explanation:
Max Life Insurance Company Limited has launched a new insurance plan “Max Life Secure Earnings
& Wellness Advantage (SEWA) Plan” that combines the benefits of health and life insurance under a
single plan.
• It allows the insured to fulfill the healthcare needs of their family while simultaneously
ensuring a financial backup for future expenses.
• It integrates health, protection, savings, and wellness benefits for the insured and offers a
comprehensive plan that covers hospitalisation, Intensive Care Unit (ICU) charges, etc. along
with life cover.
• SEWA Plan is available in 2 variants namely: Elite Variant and Lite Variant.

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35. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the guidelines released by the
Reserve Bank of India (RBI) in September 2023?
A) RBI issued guidelines on Responsible Lending Conduct which directs Regulated Entities
(REs) to release all original movable or immovable property documents, & remove charges
registered with any registry within 30 days of full repayment or settlement of personal loans
by borrowers.
B) These Directions are applicable to all cases where release of original movable / immovable
property documents falls due on or after December 1, 2023.
C) RBI also revised its guidelines on categorizing the investments by banks, to align them with
global standards by issuing RBI (Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment
Portfolio of Commercial Banks) Directions, 2023 which will be effective from April 1, 2024.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
On September 13, 2023, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued guidelines on Responsible Lending
Conduct which directs Regulated Entities (REs) to release all original movable or immovable property
documents, and remove charges registered with any registry within 30 days of full repayment or
settlement of personal loans by borrowers.
• Official notification of ‘Responsible Lending Conduct – Release of Movable / Immovable
Property Documents on Repayment/ Settlement of Personal Loans‘.
• These Directions are applicable to all cases where release of original movable / immovable
property documents falls due on or after December 1, 2023.
• If REs delay property document release or fail to file charge satisfaction forms after 30 days
post-loan settlement, they must explain the reasons to the borrower.
• If the delay is REs’ fault, they must compensate the borrower at Rs 5,000 for each day of delay.
i. RBI also revised its guidelines on categorizing the investments by banks, to align them with global
standards by issuing RBI (Classification, Valuation and Operation of Investment Portfolio of
Commercial Banks) Directions, 2023 which will be effective from April 1, 2024.
• The change in the norms follows the revisions proposed in the Discussion Paper (DP) on
January 14, 2022 regarding the current norms for the classification, valuation, and operation of
investment portfolios of commercial banks.
• With the implementation of revised Directions, RBI (Classification, Valuation and Operation of
Investment Portfolio of Commercial Banks) Directions, 2021 dated August 25, 2021 will be
repealed.

36. Which company has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with Small Industries
Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to offer an easy financing option for Micro, Small & Medium
Enterprises (MSMEs)?
1) Suzlon Energy Limited
2) Tata Power Solar Systems Limited
3) ReNew Limited

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4) Azure Power Global Limited
5) NTPC Green Energy Limited
Answer- 2) Tata Power Solar Systems Limited
Explanation:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Tata Power Solar Systems Limited
(TPSSL), and Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to offer an easy financing option
for Micro, Small & Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).
• TPSSL is the wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Power Renewable Energy Limited (TPREL) while
TPREL is a subsidiary of Tata Power.
• TPSSL and SIDBI will encourage solar energy adoption among MSMEs by offering customized
financing solutions through SIDBI’s 4E (End to End Energy Efficiency) Scheme.
• The initiative aims to reduce CO2 footprints and contribute to India’s clean energy goals.

37. Name the Indian personality who has been recently (in Sept ‘23) honoured with Chevalier
dans l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres (Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters) by the
Government of France.
1) Sabyasachi Mukherjee
2) Ritu Kumar
3) Manish Malhotra
4) Tarun Tahiliani
5) Rahul Mishra
Answer- 5) Rahul Mishra
Explanation:
The Government of France has awarded the “Chevalier de l’Ordre des Arts et des Lettres” (Knight of
the Order of Arts and Letters) to the Indian Fashion Designer Rahul Mishra. The award recognises
his achievements in the field of arts as a designer, and his commitment to promote Indian crafts and
know-how internationally.
i. The award also honours his contribution to the cultural relationship and cooperation between
France and India.
ii. On 12th September 2023, Emmanuel Lenain, Ambassador of France to India, presented the insignia
of the award to Rahul Mishra at a special ceremony at the Residence of France, New Delhi, Delhi.

38. In September 2023, KKR & Co. Inc. (Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co) is set to invest Rs
2,069.50 crore into Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) to raise its total equity stake to
___________ from 1.17% on a fully diluted basis.
1) 2.09%
2) 1.73%
3) 1.42%
4) 1.50%
5) 2.14%
Answer- 3) 1.42%
Explanation:
The global investment firm KKR & Co. Inc., also known as Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co., is set to
invest Rs 2,069.50 crore into Reliance Retail Ventures Limited (RRVL) to raise its total equity stake
to 1.42% from 1.17% on a fully diluted basis.

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i. This investment will translate into an additional equity stake of 0.25% in RRVL on a fully diluted
basis.
ii. The investment is at a pre-money equity value of Rs 8.361 lakh crore (around USD 100 billion).

39. Which company has recently (in Sept ‘23) signed an MoU with the Indian Space Research
Organization (ISRO) and Indian National Space Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-
SPACe) to support space-tech innovations through cloud computing?
1) Amazon Web Services India
2) Google Cloud Platform
3) Oracle Cloud Infrastructure
4) IBM Cloud
5) Microsoft Azure India
Answer- 1) Amazon Web Services India
Explanation:
Amazon Web Services (AWS) India Private Limited has signed a Memorandum of Understanding
(MoU) with the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) and Indian National Space Promotion and
Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe) to support space-tech innovations through cloud computing.
i. Cloud computing provides speedy handling of enormous numbers of raw space data as well as the
execution of Artificial intelligence (AI), Machine learning (ML) and analytics workloads to achieve
meaningful results at a low cost.

40. In September 2023, Indian men’s football team won the South Asian Football Federation
(SAFF) U-16 Championship 2023 title by defeating ___________ (country) in the finals held in
Thimphu, Bhutan.
1) Bhutan
2) Nepal
3) Maldives
4) Bangladesh
5) Pakistan
Answer- 4) Bangladesh
Explanation:
Indian Under 16 (U-16) men’s football team won the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-16
Championship 2023 title defeating Bangladesh (2-0) in the finals. The 2023 SAFF U16
Championship was held from 2nd to 10th September 2023 in Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu,
Bhutan.
• 2023 SAFF U16 Championship is the 8th edition of the SAFF U-15/U-16/U-17 Championship,
the annual international football competition contested by the national teams of SAFF
members(India, Nepal, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Maldives, Pakistan).
• This marks the 5th title of India in the SAFF U-15/U-16/U-17 Championship.
• With this India became the most successful team of the tournament with 5 titles (U15 title in
2017 & 2019; U16 title in 2013 and 2023 and U-17 title in 2022).

41. When was the Hindi Diwas (Hindi Day) 2023 observed across India?
1) 12th September 2023
2) 14th September 2023

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3) 11th September 2023
4) 13th September 2023
5) 10th September 2023
Answer- 2) 14th September 2023
Explanation:
Hindi Diwas (Hindi Day) 2023 was observed across India on 14th September 2023 to commemorate
the adoption or declaration of Hindi, written in the Devanagari script as one of the official languages of
India.
• This day is observed to celebrate and recognise the linguistic diversity of India, with a focus on
the Hindi language’s significance in India’s identity.
• The first ever Hindi Diwas was observed on 14th September 1953.
i. The Department of Official Language under the MHA introduced an award scheme named
‘Rajbhasha Gaurav Puraskar Scheme‘, to encourage writing books originally in Hindi and to promote
the official language.
ii. The Department of Language also introduced the award scheme ‘Rajbhasha Kirti Piraskar‘, to
encourage the implementation of the official language.

42. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the visit of Droupadi Murmu,
President of India to Gujarat in September 2023?
A) During her visit to Gujarat, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the ‘National e-Vidhan
Application’ (NeVA) which aims to make the functioning of the State Assembly paperless by
transforming them into ‘Digital House’.
B) President Droupadi Murmu virtually launched the Ayushman Bhav campaign as well as the
Ayushman Bhava portal from the Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
C) President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the First Global Symposium on Farmers’ Rights
(GSFR) in an event held at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR) Convention
Centre, National Agricultural Science Centre in New Delhi, Delhi.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 5) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Droupadi Murmu, President of India, was on a two-day visit to Gujarat from September 12 to 13, 2023.
During her visit,
i. President Droupadi Murmu on her 2-days visit to Gujarat, inaugurated the ‘National e-Vidhan
Application’ (NeVA) which aims to make the functioning of the State Assembly paperless by
transforming them into ‘Digital House’.
ii. On 13th September 2023, President Droupadi Murmu virtually launched the Ayushman Bhav
campaign as well as the Ayushman Bhava portal from the Raj Bhavan in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
• The launch of the Ayushman Bhav campaign and the portal marked a significant step towards
achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and ensuring healthcare for all.

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iii. On 12th September 2023, President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the First Global Symposium on
Farmers’ Rights (GSFR) in an event held at the Indian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)
Convention Centre, National Agricultural Science Centre in New Delhi, Delhi.

43. Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the Visit of Saudi Arabia’s
Prime Minister (PM) His Royal Highness (HRH) Prince Mohammed Bin Salman Bin Abdulaziz
Al-Saud to India in September 2023?
A) Prime Minister (PM) Saudi Arabia and the PM of India Narendra Modi co-chaired the first
meeting of the India – Saudi Strategic Partnership Council (SPC).
B) The Indian Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Saudi Ministry of Energy
have signed a MoU to strengthen their energy partnership, supporting India’s transition to
sustainable energy and global climate change mitigation efforts.
C) An MoU was inked between Reserve Bank of India (RBI), and Small and Medium Enterprises
(SME) Bank of Saudi Arabia for cooperation in the technical field and the establishment of the
SME Bank.
1) Only A
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) All A, B & C
Answer- 2) Only A & B
Explanation:
From September 9-11, 2023, the His Royal Highness (HRH) Prince Mohammed bin Salman bin
Abdulaziz Al Saud, Crown Prince and Prime Minister (PM) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, paid a State
visit to India on the invitation of Prime Minister (PM) of India Narendra Modi. This marks the Prince’s
2nd State visit to India, His Royal Highness earlier visited India on a State Visit in February 2019.
i. The Crown Prince and the PM of India co-chaired the first meeting of the India – Saudi Strategic
Partnership Council (SPC) which was set up with the signing of an Agreement by both leaders during
the PM Narendra Modi state visit to Riyadh, Saudi Arabia in October 2019.
• This SPC made India the fourth country with which Saudi Arabia formed such a partnership,
after the United Kingdom (UK), France, and China.
ii. The Indian Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) and the Saudi Ministry of Energy
have signed a MoU to strengthen their energy partnership, supporting India’s transition to sustainable
energy and global climate change mitigation efforts.
iii. A MoU was inked between Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI), and Small and
Medium Enterprises (SME) Bank of Saudi Arabia for cooperation in the technical field and the
establishment of the SME Bank.

44. In September 2023, Union Minister of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

Dharmendra Pradhan launched the Skill India ________________ (SID) platform.
1 Development
2) Dashboard
3) Department
4) Drive
5) Digital

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Answer- 5) Digital
Explanation:
Union Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, Ministry Skill Development and Entrepreneurship (MSDE) has
launched the Skill India Digital (SID) platform.
• SID is India’s Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) for skilling, education, employment, and
entrepreneurship.
• The digital platform includes both a website and a mobile Application that was developed by
the National Skill Development Corporation(NSDC). It is available in multiple Indian languages.
• Skill India digital platform offers a variety of industry-specific skill courses, career
opportunities, and support for aspiring entrepreneurs.
• It includes listings for courses from Google, Microsoft, Cisco, and the Skill Council for Green
Jobs(SCGJ).

45. In September 2023, the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) extended the tenure of the
Company Law Committee until ____________.
1) 16th January 2024
2) 16th September 2025
3) 16th September 2026
4) 16th September 2024
5) 16th March 2024
Answer- 4) 16th September 2024
Explanation:
The Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) has extended the
tenure of the Company Law Committee by 1 year, until
September 16, 2024.
• The Company Law Committee was set up in 2019
with a tenure of one year(2020), and its tenure was
successively extended year after year.
• The committee has been tasked with examining and recommending the government on
different matters concerning the implementation of the Companies Act, 2013, and the Limited
Liability Partnership (LLP)Act, 2008.
• At Present, the Company Law Committee consists of 11-members under the chairmanship of
Dr Manoj Govil, Secretary, MCA.

46. Which of the following Association/NGO/Museum’s Foreign Contribution Regulation Act

(FCRA) licence has recently (in Sept ‘23) got cancelled by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA)?
1) HelpAge Bharat
2) Srinivas Malliah Memorial Theatre Crafts Museum
3) SELF EMPLOYED WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (SEWA).
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Answer- 5) Both 2 & 3

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Explanation:
The Ministry of Home Affairs(MHA) has cancelled the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA)
licence of Bal Raksha Bharat, Srinivas Malliah Memorial Theatre Crafts Museum and SELF
EMPLOYED WOMEN’S ASSOCIATION (SEWA).
i. The licences were cancelled ahead of the deadline (30th September 2023) for FCRA licences
renewable for Non-Governmental Organisations(NGOs).
ii. Bal Raksha Bharat is the India unit of the United Kingdom(UK) Based NGO “Save The Children”
which operates in around 16 states across India.
iii. Srinivas Malliah Memorial Theatre Crafts Museum was established in memory of freedom fighter
Ullal Srinivas Malliah to provide training in traditional handicrafts like puppet making, mask making,
paper figures, bamboo crafts and others.

47. Name the company that has recently (in Sept ‘23) partnered with YES Bank to launch
HyperUPI, a plug-in Software Development Toolkit (SDK) developed by the National Payments
Corporation of India (NPCI).
1) Paytm
2) Juspay Technologies
3) PhonePe
4) BharatPe
5) Razorpay Software
Answer- 2) Juspay Technologies
Explanation:
Yes Bank Limited (YES Bank) partnered with Juspay Technologies Private Limited (Juspay),
India’s leading payments company, to launch HyperUPI, a plug-in Software Development Toolkit
(SDK) developed by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) that empowers in-app
Unified Payments Interface (UPI) payments for merchant apps.
• With this, the merchants can now offer customers a hassle-free one-click UPI experience. This
will also allow customers to undertake UPI-based transactions within the merchant app.
• This plug-in SDK is built on one of the most reliable UPI-on-cloud stacks in India, which also
supports UPI payments for several consumer and merchant apps.
• Gullak, a leading fintech app, has become the first merchant to deploy Juspay’s UPI plugin SDK,
HyperUPI.
• NPCI is an initiative of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) and the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA)
under the provisions of the Payment and Settlement Systems Act, 2007, to create a robust
Payment & Settlement Infrastructure in India.

48. Which company has recently (in Sept ‘23) collaborated with National Payment Corporation
of India (NPCI) to launch India’s 1st contactless payment wearable ON-THE-GO(OTG) ring
named 7 Ring?
1) Financepeer Private Limited
2) Juspay Technologies Private Limited
3) Fiserv Private Limited
4) Perfios Software Solutions
5) LivQuik Technology(India) Private Limited
Answer- 5) LivQuik Technology(India) Private Limited

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Explanation:
National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI) has launched a RuPay ON-THE-GO(OTG)ring named 7
Ring, the first contactless payment wearable ring which was made in India.
i. The ring was unveiled in Global Fintech Fest, 2023 (GFF 2023) which was held during 5th to 7th
September 2023 in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
ii. 7 Ring is designed, assembled, manufactured and patented in India. The ring was made in
collaboration with 7 (Sevenring Innovations Private Limited) and LivQuik Technology(India)
Private Limited.
iii. 7 Ring is a sleek, wearable ring that is made from a very strong and scratch-resistant material
called zirconia ceramic(ZrO2) which is also used in aerospace applications

49. When was the United Nations (UN) International Day of Democracy 2023 observed across
the globe with the theme of “Empowering the next generation”?
1) 13th September 2023
2) 15th September 2023
3) 12th September 2023
4) 14th September 2023
5) 11th September 2023
Answer- 2) 15th September 2023
Explanation:
The United Nations (UN) International Day of Democracy 2023 was observed across the globe on
15th September 2023 with the theme of “Empowering the next generation.”
i. The first International Day of Democracy was observed on 15 September 2008.
ii. On 15th September 1997, the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU), an international organisation of
National parliaments, adopted the Universal Declaration on Democracy.
iii. The 2023 International Democracy Day was commemorated with a live event at the Sponsored
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Pavilion, North Lawn at UN Headquarters in New York, the
United States of America (USA).

50. What was the theme of National Engineer’s Day 2023 that was observed across India on
15th September 2023?
1) Engineering for change
2) Engineers for a Self-Reliant India
3) Engineering for A Healthy Planet
4) Engineering Challenges for Knowledge Era
5) Engineering for a Sustainable Future
Answer- 5) Engineering for a Sustainable Future
Explanation:
National Engineer’s Day 2023 was observed across India on 15th September 2023 with the theme
of ‘Engineering for a Sustainable Future,’ to commemorate the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna
Sir Mokshagundam Visvesvaraya (15 September 1861), who is considered as one of the greatest
Engineers in India.
• He is also referred to as Sir MV and the ‘Father of Modern Mysore‘ for his major contributions
to society & he was also called the “Precursor of economic planning in India”, according to the
Institution of Engineers India (IEI).

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 • In 1955, the GoI honoured him with ‘Bharat Ratna‘ for his significant contributions in the field
of engineering and for his service to the nation.
• Books: Reconstructing India (1920); Planned Economy for India (1934); Memoirs of My
Working Life (1951).

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51. Which company has recently (in Sept ‘23) became the title sponsor of MotoGP Bharat, the
first-ever grand prix in India, to be held in Noida, Uttar Pradesh in September 2023?
1) Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
2) Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited
3) Indian Oil Corporation Limited
4) Oil and Natural Gas Corporation Limited
5) Oil India Limited
Answer- 3) Indian Oil Corporation Limited
Explanation:
Indian energy giant Indian Oil Corporation Limited has taken on the title sponsorship of the edition
of MotoGP Bharat, the first-ever grand prix in India, which will be held at the Buddh International
Circuit in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh from September 22 to 24, 2023.
i. The MotoGP Bharat, which is being put on by Fair Street Sports in association with Dorna Sports, is
set to be an exciting spectacle with 42 teams and 84 riders competing in the MotoGP, Moto2, and
Moto3 categories.

52. When was World EV Day 2023 observed across the globe?
1) 8th September 2023
2) 6th September 2023
3) 10th September 2023
4) 7th September 2023
5) 9th September 2023
Answer- 5) 9th September 2023
Explanation:
World EV Day 2023 was observed on 9th September 2023. The day marks the celebration of e-
mobility.
The first World EV day was observed in 2020.

53. In September 2023, Ajit Ninan, renowned ____________, who was best known for his series
'Ninan's World' in 'Times of India', passed Away.
1) Writer
2) Journalist
3) Editor
4) Cartoonist
5) Photographer
Answer- 4) cartoonist

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Explanation:
Ajit Ninan, renowned cartoonist, who was best known for his series 'Ninan's World' in 'Times of India',
passed away in Mysuru, Karnataka. He was 68.
i. Ninan's World Was a very popular space with the TOI readers where day after day he would
showcase his genius.

54. Name the country that has recently (in Sept ‘23) collaborated with Dassault Systems for
Digital Transformation in Cardiovascular Science through Bio-Physical Simulation.
1) Infosys Limited
2) HCL Technologies Limited
3) Wipro Limited
4) Tech Mahindra
5) Tata Consultancy Services
Answer- 5) Tata Consultancy Services
Explanation:
IT-major Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) announced that it is collaborating with Dassault Systems for
Digital Transformation in Cardiovascular Science through Bio-Physical Simulation.
i. TCS will also collaborate with Dassault Systems and others towards the goal of a Virtual Human
Twin, with a focus on select organs identified as critical for the advancement of the field.

55. In September 2023, Sue Bird was named as the global ambassador of the FIBA Women’s
Basketball World Cup 2026 in ___________.
1) New York, United States of America
2) London, United Kingdom
3) Manila, Philippines
4) Berlin, Germany
5) Jakarta, Indonesia
Answer- 4) Berlin, Germany
Explanation:
Suzanne Brigit Bird (Sue Bird), American former basketball player, has been named as the global
ambassador for the FIBA Women’s Basketball World Cup 2026 in Berlin, Germany.
i. The four-time World Cup champion from Team USA was introduced by the Fiba as the face of the
women’s basketball global spectacle from September 4 to 13. 2026.
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56. Name the personality who has recently (in Sept ‘23) appointed as the vice chairperson of
National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM).
1) Sangeeta Gupta
2) Debjani Ghosh
3) Kritika Murugesan
4) Sindhu Gangadharan
5) Kirti Seth
Answer- 4) Sindhu Gangadharan

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Explanation:
The National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) has appointed Sindhu
Gangadharan, senior vice president (SVP) and managing director (MD) of SAP Labs India and the head
of SAP user enablement, as its new vice chairperson. In this new role, Gangadharan will help shape
India's TechAde.
i. Sindhu Gangadharan was appointed as Chairperson of the Nasscom GCC Council 2023-25 earlier
2023.

57. Which company has recently (in Sept ‘23) rebranded its service as Bharat Dart?
1) Ekart
2) Blue Dart Express Limited
3) FedEx
4) Ecom Express
5) Delhivery Courier Service
Answer- 2) Blue Dart Express Limited
Explanation:
Blue Dart Express Limited has rebranded its service, formerly known as Dart Plus, as Bharat Dart.
The company stated that the name change reflects its commitment to serving the diverse needs of
Bharat, India's middle class, and emerging markets. Blue Dart has expanded its serviceable locations,
with a focus on tier II and tier III cities, which accounted for 18.6% and 37.1% of the e-commerce market
respectively in FY-23.

58. Which state government has recently (in Sept ‘23) launched the Gift Deed scheme to reduce
property related family disputes in courts?
1) Jharkhand
2) Bihar
3) Maharashtra
4) Odisha
5) Uttar Pradesh
Answer- 5) Uttar Pradesh
Explanation:
In a bid to foster harmony and alleviate property-related family disputes, the Uttar Pradesh
government initiated a special Gift Deed Scheme which has benefited over 43,574 people from August
5, 2023, to September 12, 2023. The public got a benefit of Rs 1807.31 crore under this scheme.
i. Ravindra Jaiswal, the Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Stamps and Court Fees and
Registration said that there has been a significant change in the stamp duty associated with property
donations to blood relatives in Uttar Pradesh.
ii. Under the new scheme, the stamp duty for such transactions has been reduced to Rs 5,000.

59. In September 2023, ___________ became the first Indian firm to use edge computing for taking
hi-resolution images with the help of an orbiting satellite in real-time.
1) NewSpace India Limited
2) Godrej Aerospace
3) KaleidEO Space Systems
4) Dhruva Space

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5) Skyroot Aerospace
Answer- 3) KaleidEO Space Systems
Explanation:
KaleidEO Space Systems, became the first Indian firm to use edge computing for taking hi-resolution
images with the help of an orbiting satellite in real-time.
• With this, the Bengaluru based startup, achieved a new milestone by becoming the first Indian
firm to demonstrate Edge computing in space.
• The company used deep learning based algorithms to analyse imagery in-orbit, as captured by
Satellogic - a satellite constellation and data provider company based out of Montevideo,
Uruguay.
• In the process, The hardware to run the algorithms and implementation support was provided
by Spiral Blue, a startup based out of Sydney, Australia.

60. Which of the following Indian personalities has/have been recently (in Sept ‘23) named in
TIME magazine's list of the top 100 emerging leaders shaping the world?
1) Harmanpreet Kaur
2) Nandita Venkatesan
3) Vinu Daniel
4) Both 1 & 2
5) All 1, 2 & 3
Answer- 5) All 1, 2 & 3
Explanation:
Indian cricketer Harmanpreet Kaur, along with two other Indians, Nandita Venkatesan and Vinu
Daniel, have been named in TIME magazine's list of the top 100 emerging leaders shaping the world.
Kaur's contributions to women's cricket and her recent achievements were highlighted. Venkatesan, a
tuberculosis survivor, was recognized for her advocacy work to make TB treatment more affordable.
It also featured Indian-origin Nabarun Dasgupta.
• Daniel, who owns a studio, Wallmakers, was quoted as saying that "his best teachers were
masons, workers, and locals in Kerala, India."
• Indian-origin scientist Dasgupta helped launch a programme through a nonprofit that cleared
bottlenecks stopping the opioid-overdose-reversing drug naloxone from getting to the front
lines.

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