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One Liner Monthly Current Affairs 1 to 30 September 2023

Art and Culture Current Affairs ............................................................................................................... 6

Bhartiya Bhasha Utsav: 75 Days of Indian Language Celebration starts in Lucknow .......................... 6
Waheeda Rehman will be honoured with Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award 2023.... 6
Hoysala temples in Karnataka, have been designated as India’s 42nd UNESCO World Heritage Site 7
Shantiniketan has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage site....................................................... 8
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi on September 19, 2023. ................................ 8
Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards to 84 performing artists ........................................................ 9
Shah Rukh Khan’s Action-Packed ‘Jawan’ became the highest-grossing Hindi film on its opening day
............................................................................................................................................................ 9
48th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) from 7 to 17 September 2023 ................................ 10
World’s tallest Nataraja statue installed at Bharat Mandapam, the venue of the G20 summit in
Delhi .................................................................................................................................................. 10
Economy Current Affairs ....................................................................................................................... 11
M. Rajeshwar Rao has been reappointed as Deputy Governor of RBI ............................................. 11
Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme 2023-24 Series II opens until 15 September ..................................... 11
RBI Gradually Reduces Incremental Cash Reserve Ratio (ICRR) to Manage Liquidity ....................... 12
New UPI Payment Options Launched by NPCI for Inclusive Digital Payments.................................. 13
Government Schemes Current Affairs .................................................................................................. 13
‘Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’ Campaign on October 1, 2023 to commemorate Gandhi Jayanti
.......................................................................................................................................................... 13
PM Vishwakarma Scheme for Empowering Traditional Artisans and Craftspeople.......................... 14
Cabinet Approves extension of PM Ujjwala Yojana for three years .................................................. 14
Mera Bill Mera Adhikaar : Invoice incentive scheme ........................................................................ 15
Important Days Current Affairs ............................................................................................................. 16
World Tourism Day : 27 September .................................................................................................. 16
Hindi Diwas : September 14 .............................................................................................................. 16
Teachers Day : 5 September .............................................................................................................. 17
International Current Affairs ................................................................................................................. 17
India-UN Capacity Building Initiative for Global South ..................................................................... 17
PM Modi inaugurate two day International Lawyers Conference in New Delhi ............................... 18
Recent Tensions and Diplomatic Expulsions in India-Canada Relations ........................................... 19
13th Indo-Pacific Armies Chiefs Conference (IPACC) from 26 to 27 September 2023 at the
Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi ...................................................................................................... 19
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PM Modi and Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia discussed India-Saudi Arabia Strategic Partnership.... 20
Key Highlights from the 18th G20 Summit in New Delhi .................................................................. 21
India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC): A Key Initiative for Regional Connectivity and
Economic Growth .............................................................................................................................. 22
Prime Minister Modi attended ASEAN-India Summit 2023 in Jakarta, Indonesia ............................ 22
G-20 Summit 2023 in New Delhi on September 9-10, 2023 ............................................................. 23
ASEAN summit in Jakarta, Indonesia from September 5 to 7, 2023 ................................................. 23
Indian-origin Tharman Shanmugaratnam has been elected President of Singapore ....................... 24
National Current Affairs ........................................................................................................................ 24
PM Modi to launch Sankalp Saptaah, week-long programme for Aspirational Blocks ..................... 24
Best Smart City in India : Indore ....................................................................................................... 25
Govt Plans for Electric Highway and Luxury Electric Buses from Delhi to Jaipur .............................. 26
PM Modi to Distribute 51,000 Appointment Letters in Rozgar Mela ............................................... 26
C-295 MW transport aircraft formally inducted into Indian Air Force .............................................. 27
Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 at Indian Air Force airbase at Hindon in Ghaziabad ............................... 28
19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS in Alaska, USA from 25 September 2023 ......................................... 29
Prime Minister Modi flagged off nine Vande Bharat Express trains ................................................. 29
India’s First Lighthouse Festival in Goa from 23 to 25 September 2023 ........................................... 30
SIMBEX, annual bilateral exercise between the Indian Navy and the Republic of Singapore Navy
from 21 to 24 September .................................................................................................................. 31
CUET-PG from 11th March and CUET-UG from 15th May 2024 ....................................................... 32
PM Modi inaugurated the International Convention and Expo Centre, Yashobhoomi, in Dwarka,
New Delhi .......................................................................................................................................... 32
Rahul Navin, IRS, has been appointed as the in-charge director of the Enforcement Directorate
(ED).................................................................................................................................................... 33
Defence Acquisition Council approves nine capital acquisition proposals worth Rs 45,000 crore .. 33
Uniformity in Measurement: India can issue internationally accepted OIML Certificates ............... 34
Supreme Court of India joining the National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) platform ............................ 35
Indian Air Force received first C-295 MW transport aircraft from Airbus in Seville, Spain ............... 35
Government approved the e-Courts Mission Mode Project Phase -3 .............................................. 36
Nomination for the Padma Awards for the year 2024 is open until the 15th September ................ 36
First Global Symposium on Farmers’ Rights in New Delhi on 12 September 2023........................... 37
Cauvery Water Dispute: Unresolved issue and Ongoing Tensions.................................................... 37
Jaya Verma Sinha : First Woman Chairman And CEO Of Indian Railway Board ................................ 38
Polity Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................. 38
Manipur government extended the imposition of the AFSPA for another six months .................... 38

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Parliament Passes Women’s Reservation Bill for Increased Political Representation....................... 39

Lok Sabha Passes Women’s Reservation Bill with Overwhelming Majority...................................... 40
Old Parliament building is renamed as “Samvidhan Sadan” ............................................................ 40
Women’s Reservation Bill : First bill introduced in the new Parliament building during the special
session............................................................................................................................................... 41
Five-day Special Session of Parliament from 18th September 2023 ................................................ 41
Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar hoisted the National Flag at the top of Gaja Dwar of the New
Parliament Building ........................................................................................................................... 42
‘one-nation, one-election’, Govt forms Ram Nath Kovind-headed committee to explore possibility
Lok Sabha and assembly elections simultaneously .......................................................................... 43
Special Session of Parliament from 18-22 September 2023 ............................................................. 44
Science and Technology Current Affairs ................................................................................................ 45
Global Innovation Index 2023 : India retains 40th rank .................................................................... 45
MS Swaminathan, father of India’s Green Revolution, passed away ................................................ 46
India’s first green hydrogen fuel cell bus launched in Delhi by Hardeep Singh Puri ......................... 47
New set of national awards called ‘Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar’ in the field of Science, Technology,
and Innovation. ................................................................................................................................. 47
Life Clues on K2-18 b? Hydrogen-Rich Atmosphere and Possible Oceans ........................................ 48
Aditya L1, successfully completed its third earth-bound manoeuvre .............................................. 49
Japan launched the lunar lander “SLIM” for Moon Landing ............................................................. 49
Bharat Drone Shakti – 2023 at IAF airbase in Hindan Ghaziabad, from the 25th September 2023 . 50
Chandrayaan 3 Rover Pragyan Pauses Operations on Moon, Awaits Sunrise for Next Phase .......... 50
India’s first solar observatory mission, Aditya-L1, launched on September 2, 2023 ........................ 51
Sports Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................ 52
Asian Games 2023: Day 6 Highlights : Shooter Palak Gulia won the gold medal in the women’s 10m
air pistol event .................................................................................................................................. 52
Asian Games 2023 : Day 5 Highlights ................................................................................................ 53
Asian Games 2023 : Day 4 Highlights ................................................................................................ 54
Asian Games 2023 : Day 3 Highlights ................................................................................................ 54
Indian Women’s Cricket Team won the gold medal at the Asian Games.......................................... 55
India become the number 1 ranked team in all three cricket formats: Tests, ODIs, and T20Is ........ 56
19th Asian Games a in Hangzhou, China, from September 23 to October 8, 2023 .......................... 56
ICC released official Anthem ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ for Men’s Cricket World Cup 2023 ............................. 57
ISSF World Cup 2023 : Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan wins Gold medal in women’s 10 metre air
rifle event .......................................................................................................................................... 58
India won the Asia Cup in cricket by defeating Sri Lanka .................................................................. 58

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Subroto Cup International Football Tournament from 19th September 2023 ................................. 59
India defeat Sri Lanka by 41 runs to qualify for Asia Cup final .......................................................... 59
India defeated Pakistan by 228 runs in the Super Four stage of the Asia Cup Cricket ODI .............. 60
Coco Gauff won Women’s Singles title at the US Open tennis tournament 2023 ............................ 60
Novak Djokovic win his fourth US Open and his 24th Grand Slam singles title ................................ 61
Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury Secure US Open Men’s Doubles Title, Beating Bopanna and Ebden in
Thrilling Final ..................................................................................................................................... 61
Indian men’s table tennis team qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympics................................................ 62
Rohit Sharma to lead the Indian Cricket team in the 2023 ODI World Cup ...................................... 62
Durand Cup 2023 final : Mohun Bagan SG defeated East Bengal FC ................................................ 63
India won Men’s Hockey 5s Asia Cup 2023 by defeating Pakistan .................................................... 63
Mohun Bagan and East Bengal in the Durand Cup final ................................................................... 64
States Current Affairs ............................................................................................................................ 64
First Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show in Greater Noida from 21 to 25 September 2023 ..... 64
Confirmed cases of Nipah Virus (NiV) found in Kerala ...................................................................... 65
Country’s first solar city inaugurated in Sanchi of Madhya Pradesh................................................. 66
Miscellaneous Current Affairs ............................................................................................................... 67
Dr. R Ravi Kannan, a surgical oncologist from Assam, wins Ramon Magsaysay Award 2023 ........... 67
Current Affairs MCQ Questions: 1 to 30 September 2023 .................................................................... 68

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Art and Culture

Current Affairs

Waheeda Rehman will be

honoured with Dadasaheb
Phalke Lifetime
Bhartiya Bhasha Utsav: 75 Achievement Award 2023
Days of Indian Language Veteran actor Waheeda Rehman has been
Celebration starts in chosen to receive the Dadasaheb Phalke
Lifetime Achievement Award in 2023.
Lucknow
1. The Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime
A 75-day-long event celebrating Indian Achievement Award is a prestigious
languages, known as Bhartiya Bhasha honor named after the father of Indian
Utsav, commenced on September 28, 2023, cinema, Dadasaheb Phalke.
in Lucknow. 2. This award recognizes individuals who
1. Participants: The event features the have made significant contributions to
participation of Padma Shree the Indian film industry and have left a
awardees and representatives from lasting impact on audiences.
various Indian languages. 3. Waheeda Rehman is celebrated for her
2. Program Highlights: The festival outstanding performances in Hindi
includes a multi-language conference cinema, including movies like “Guide”
called Bahubhashi Sangoshthi and a and “Reshma Aur Shera.”
play based on the epic Ramayana. 4. She is known for her versatility, talent,
3. Duration: Bhartiya Bhasha Utsav will dedication, and timeless beauty,
run from September 28 to December making her one of the most respected
11, which coincides with the birthday and beloved actors in the industry.
of the famous Tamil poet 5. Receiving this award acknowledges her
Subrahmanyam Bharti, celebrated as exceptional career and substantial
Indian Languages Day. contributions to Indian cinema,
4. Government Initiative: Central affirming her talent, passion, and
government has initiated the celebration remarkable body of work.
of Indian languages for 75 days as part of
The Indian Languages Festival. Numerous
programs will be organized throughout the
state to celebrate various Indian
languages.

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4. These temples represent the

architectural brilliance and intricate
carvings characteristic of Hoysala
art, featuring unique star-shaped
platforms, detailed sculptures, and
reliefs depicting various
mythological stories.

Hoysala temples in
Karnataka, have been
designated as India’s 42nd
UNESCO World Heritage
Site
The Hoysala temples in Belur, Halebidu,
and Somanathapur, Karnataka, have been
designated as India’s 42nd UNESCO
World Heritage Site. These temples,
constructed during the 12th to 13th
centuries, are renowned for their
remarkable architecture and showcase the
sculptural and artistic achievements of the
Hoysala dynasty.

1. The UNESCO recognition, known as

the “Sacred Ensembles of the
Hoysalas in Karnataka, India,”
emphasizes their cultural
significance and universal value.
2. The decision to include this site on
the World Heritage List was made
during the 45th session of the
World Heritage Committee in
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
3. The site had been on UNESCO’s
Tentative List since 2014 and has
now received official recognition,
covering an area of about 10.47
hectares with a buffer zone
spanning 195.87 hectares.

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Shantiniketan has been
declared a UNESCO World
Heritage site
Shantiniketan has been included in the
UNESCO World Heritage list as announced
by UNESCO on September 18, 2023. The
decision to include Shantiniketan in the
UNESCO World Heritage list was made
during the 45th session of the World
Heritage Committee held in Saudi Arabia.
1. Shantiniketan was established in
1901 by Maharshi Debendranath
Tagore, the father of Nobel laureate
Rabindranath Tagore. It is located in
the Birbhum district of West
Bengal, India.
2. Shantiniketan was originally
founded as a residential school and
an art center, based on ancient
Indian traditions and the idea of the
unity of humanity transcending
religious and cultural boundaries.
3. In 1921, it evolved into a ‘world
university’ known as “Visva Bharati,”
emphasizing the unity of humanity.
4. Shantiniketan’s architectural style is
distinct from the British colonial and
European modernist trends of the
early 20th century. Instead, it
represents a pan-Asian modernity,
drawing inspiration from ancient,
medieval, and folk traditions across the
region.
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Ganesh Chaturthi, also
known as Vinayaka
Chaturthi on September 19,
2023.
Ganesh Chaturthi, also known as Vinayaka
Chaturthi, falls on September 19, 2023. It is
a Hindu festival celebrating Lord Ganesha,
the god of prosperity and wisdom.
1. The festival starts on the fourth day
(chaturthi) of the Hindu month of
Bhadrapada, which usually falls in
August or September.
2. During Ganesh Chaturthi, clay idols
of Lord Ganesha are installed both
in homes and on public pandals
(temporary stages).
3. The festival spans ten days,
culminating with the immersion of
Ganesha idols on the final day.
4. Devotees observe rituals such as
prayers, aarti (worship rituals), and
singing devotional songs to seek
blessings from Lord Ganesha.
5. Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated with
great enthusiasm in various regions
of India, including Maharashtra,
Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Goa,
and Telangana.
6. Lord Ganesha is revered as the god
of wisdom, wealth, and fortune,
making this festival auspicious for
seeking his blessings.
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Sangeet Natak Akademi
Amrit Awards to 84
performing artists
The Ministry of Culture awarded the
Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards to
84 performing artists in New Delhi. The
special achievement award was given to
artists above the age of 75 from all over
India who had not been bestowed any
national honor yet.
The Sangeet Natak Akademi mentioned
that their selection showcased the rich and
diverse culture of India.
The honor carried purse money of one lakh
rupees along with Tamrapatra and
Angavastra. Talking to Akashwani News,
Akademi Chairperson Sandhya Purecha
said the awards were conferred by Vice
President Jagdeep Dhankhar at Vigyan
Bhawan.
List of Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit
Awards 2023 winners
• Amrit Award Citation 2023 .pdf
• State wise list of Amrit Awardees
(3).pdf
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Shah Rukh Khan’s Action-
Packed ‘Jawan’ became the
highest-grossing Hindi film
on its opening day
“Jawan” is a Hindi action film starring Shah
Rukh Khan and Nayanthara, directed by
Atlee was released on September 7, 2023.
“Jawan” has achieved significant success at
the box office, breaking several records.
• It became the highest-grossing
Hindi film on its opening day, with a
worldwide collection of Rs 129.6
crore.
• It is the third Hindi film to cross the
Rs 100 crore mark in just two days,
following “Pathaan” and “KGF 2.”
The movie revolves around a father-son
duo, both of whom are soldiers, facing a
ruthless enemy named Kaalie. “Jawan”
offers a mix of action, drama, emotion, and
intriguing plot twists. The film boasts a
star-studded cast, including Shah Rukh
Khan (playing both the father and the son),
Nayanthara (portraying the son’s wife),
Vijay Sethupathi (as the villain), Deepika
Padukone (making a special appearance as
the father’s wife), and other notable actors
like Priyamani, Sanya Malhotra, Sunil
Grover, and more.
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48th Toronto International World’s tallest Nataraja

Film Festival (TIFF) from 7 statue installed at Bharat
to 17 September 2023 Mandapam, the venue of the
The 48th Toronto International Film
G20 summit in Delhi
Festival (TIFF) is a major event that
The world’s tallest Nataraja statue has been
showcases the best of world cinema in
installed at Bharat Mandapam, the venue of
Canada. It started on September 7 and will
the G20 summit 2023 in Delhi. The 28-
end on September 17, 2023. This year, the
foot-tall statue weighing 20 tonnes was
festival features a diverse selection of films
made in a record time of 7 months by
from different genres, languages, and
sculptor Radhakrishnan Sthapathy and his
countries, including seven Indian films that
team at Swamimalai in Thanjavur District
highlight the talent and creativity of Indian
of Tamil Nadu.
cinema.

The Nataraja statue was built in Ashtadhatu

This year, six Indian films have been
(8 metals) using the traditional casting
shortlisted in the official selection at TIFF.
method. The statue was reached Delhi in
The films include Dear Jassi directed by
four days via a dedicated green corridor.
Tarsem Singh Dhandwar, Kill, directed by
Nikhil Nagesh Bhatt, and Thank You For
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Economy Current
Affairs
M. Rajeshwar Rao has been
reappointed as Deputy
Governor of RBI
M. Rajeshwar Rao has been reappointed as
Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of
India (RBI). The reappointment is for a
period of one year, starting from the 9th of
the next month or until further orders,
whichever comes earlier.
1. This announcement was made by
the RBI in a press release from
Mumbai.
2. Mr. Rao is responsible for
overseeing various departments,
including Regulation,
Communication, Enforcement,
Legal, and Risk Monitoring.
3. He holds an economics degree and
a Master of Business
Administration from the University
of Cochin.
4. Mr. Rao began his career at the RBI in
1984 and has held various positions,
including serving as the Banking
Ombudsman in New Delhi and working
in the RBI’s regional offices in
Ahmedabad, Hyderabad, Chennai, and
the national capital.
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Sovereign Gold Bond
Scheme 2023-24 Series II
opens until 15 September
Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) are open for
subscription until September 15th, marking
the second series of the scheme for the
fiscal year 2023-24.
1. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has
set the price of the gold bonds at
5,923 rupees per gram.
2. Online applicants will receive a
discount of 50 rupees per gram less
than the nominal value when
paying digitally, making the issue
price for online investors 5,873
rupees per gram.
3. The minimum investment allowed
in a gold bond is one gram, while
the maximum subscription limit is
set at 4 kg for individuals and 20 kg
for trusts and similar entities per
fiscal year.
4. SGB offers a safer alternative to
physical gold and an additional
income source, making it an
attractive investment option.
5. The Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme
was initiated by the government in
November 2015, under the Gold
Monetisation Scheme.
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lower than the earlier surplus of

₹3.5 trillion.
5. The RBI’s objective is to control
liquidity to prevent excess liquidity
from contributing to inflation,
aiming to keep system liquidity at
around ₹1 trillion.
6. The reduction in ICRR is designed
not to significantly impact system
liquidity, with other factors like
currency in circulation and forex
RBI Gradually Reduces intervention compensating for the
incremental money from the ICRR
Incremental Cash Reserve reduction.
Ratio (ICRR) to Manage
Liquidity
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) will
gradually reduce its requirement for banks
to park an additional 10% of their fresh
deposits with the central bank. The
reduction of this requirement, known as the
incremental cash reserve ratio (ICRR), will
occur in stages.

• Starting on 9 September 2023, 25%

of the ICRR will be released.
• Another 25% will be released on 23
September.
• The remaining 50% of the ICRR will
be released on 7 October.
1. The ICRR was initially introduced to
address a surge in liquidity resulting
from the return of 90% of ₹2,000
notes into the banking system.
2. The RBI aims to release the ICRR
gradually to prevent sudden shocks
to system liquidity and to maintain
orderly money market functioning.
3. RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das had
mentioned that withdrawing the
ICRR could remove approximately
₹1 trillion in liquidity from the
banking system.
4. The current surplus liquidity in the
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New UPI Payment Options
Launched by NPCI for
Inclusive Digital Payments
On September 7, 2023, the National
Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
introduced several new payment options on
the Unified Payment Interface (UPI). RBI
Governor Shaktikanta Das announced these
options at the ongoing Global Fintech
Festival in Mumbai. The new options are:
1. Hello! UPI for voice-enabled
payments.
2. Credit Line on UPI for instant loans.
3. UPI LITE X for low-cost
smartphones.
4. Tap & Pay for contactless payments.
These additions aim to create an inclusive,
resilient, and sustainable digital payments
ecosystem and contribute to UPI’s goal of
achieving 100 billion transactions per
month.
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Government Schemes
Current Affairs
‘Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek
Saath’ Campaign on
October 1, 2023 to
commemorate Gandhi
Jayanti
‘Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’
Campaign: This is a mega cleanliness
drive organized to commemorate Gandhi
Jayanti. The cleanliness drive is scheduled
for October 1st, Sunday, at 10 am.
1. Objective: The campaign is a precursor
to the ‘Swachhata Pakhwada-
Swachhata Hi Seva’ 2023 initiative.
2. PM’s Appeal: Prime Minister Narendra
Modi has called for 1 hour of
shramdaan (voluntary labor) for
cleanliness at 10 am on October 1st,
encouraging all citizens to participate.
3. National Address: PM Modi addressed
the nation, urging people to contribute
to the cleanliness campaign in their
streets, neighborhoods, parks, rivers,
lakes, or any other public place.
4. Date and Time: The cleanliness drive is
scheduled for October 1st, Sunday, at
10 am.
5. Duration of Swachhata
Pakhwada: The Swachhata Pakhwada
– Swachhata Hi Seva 2023 campaign
spans from September 15th to October
2nd.
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PM Vishwakarma Scheme
for Empowering Traditional
Artisans and Craftspeople
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will launch
the “PM Vishwakarma” scheme on
September 17, 2023, in New Delhi. The
scheme aims to support and promote
traditional crafts and artisans. It will be
fully funded by the Union Government with
an allocation of Rs 13,000 crore.
1. Artisans, referred to as Vishwakarmas,
will be registered for free through
Common Services Centres using a
biometric-based portal.
2. Vishwakarmas will receive recognition
through a certificate and ID card, skill
training, a toolkit incentive of ₹15,000,
and collateral-free credit support at
concessional interest rates.
3. The scheme focuses on preserving the
Guru-Shishya parampara (teacher-
student tradition) and improving the
quality and reach of artisanal products
and services.
4. It covers 18 traditional crafts, including
carpentry, blacksmithing, pottery,
weaving, and more.
5. The scheme targets both rural and
urban artisans across India.
6. It aims to integrate artisans into
domestic and global value chains.
7. PM Vishwakarma will incentivize
digital transactions and provide
marketing support to artisans and
craftspeople.
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Cabinet Approves extension
of PM Ujjwala Yojana for
three years
The Government has approved expansion
of PM Ujjwala Yojana, a scheme to provide
support for LPG connections to women on
13th September 2023 during a cabinet
meeting.
1. The scheme aims to release a total
of 75 lakh LPG connections over a
period of three years, from the
Financial Year 2023-24 to 2025-26.
2. The scheme’s total financial
implication is one thousand 650
crore rupees.
3. Under the scheme, 75 lakh free LPG
connections will be provided to
women from poor and needy
families to enable them to benefit
from the Ujjwala scheme.
4. As per the existing modalities of
Ujjawala 2.0, the first refill and
stove will also be provided free of
cost to Ujjwala beneficiaries.
5. To date, 9.60 crore LPG cylinders
have been distributed under the
Ujjwala scheme, indicating its
widespread impact and reach.
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hundred rupees will be considered

for the lucky draw.
• Invoice Submission: Invoices can
be uploaded using the Mobile
Application “Mera Bill Mera
Adhikaar” or the web portal
“merabill.gst.gov.in”.
• Participant Eligibility: All residents
of India can participate, regardless
of their state or UT.
• Monthly Upload Limit: An
individual can upload a maximum
of 25 invoices in a month to be
Mera Bill Mera Adhikaar : eligible for the lucky draw.
• Monthly Reward: The government
Invoice incentive scheme will select 800 individuals every
The invoice incentive scheme – Mera Bill month, and each will receive a
Mera Adhikaar begins on 1 September reward of ten thousand rupees.
2023. The objective of the scheme is to • Bumper Draw: A quarterly bumper
bring a cultural and behavioural change in draw will be held, with two people
the general public to ask for a Bill as their winning a reward of one crore
right and entitlement. rupees each.
• Scheme Duration: The pilot
• Scheme Name: The invoice scheme will run for a period of 12
incentive scheme – Mera Bill Mera months.
Adhikaar
• Objective: To bring a cultural and
behavioral change in the public by
encouraging them to ask for a bill as
their right and entitlement.
• Initial Pilot: Launched as a pilot in
the States of Assam, Gujarat, and
Haryana, along with the Union
Territories of Puducherry, Dadra
Nagar Haveli, and Daman and Diu.
• Consumer Reward: Consumers
have the chance to win an
attractive reward of one crore
rupees.
• Eligibility: All Business to Customer
invoices issued by GST registered
suppliers to consumers will be
eligible for the scheme.
• Minimum Invoice Value: Invoices
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Important Days
Current Affairs

Hindi Diwas : September 14

Hindi Diwas is celebrated annually on
World Tourism Day : 27 September 14 to commemorate the
adoption of Hindi as India’s official
September language by the Constituent Assembly in
1949.

World Tourism Day is celebrated annually 1. The first Hindi Diwas was observed
on September 27th. The United Nations
in 1953.
World Tourism Organization (UNWTO)
2. Hindi is one of India’s 22 scheduled
established this observance in 1980. The
choice of September 27th for World languages and is predominantly
Tourism Day is linked to the adoption of the spoken in several states, including
UNWTO’s Statutes on that day in 1970. Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh,
Uttarakhand, Haryana, Bihar,
Jharkhand, Madhya Pradesh,
1. Its purpose is to raise awareness
Rajasthan, Chhattisgarh,
about the importance of tourism
Maharashtra, and Punjab.
and its various impacts: social,
3. The celebration of Hindi Diwas
cultural, political, and economic.
promotes national integration by
2. The goal is to promote sustainable
uniting India’s linguistic
and responsible tourism practices
communities and highlights the
worldwide.
country’s linguistic diversity.
3. Tourism contributes significantly to
4. Government offices, schools, and
the global economy by creating
educational institutions organize
jobs, fostering economic growth,
various events on Hindi Diwas,
and promoting sustainable
including competitions, quizzes,
development.
cultural programs, seminars,
4. The theme for World Tourism Day
workshops, and reading sessions.
2023 is ‘Tourism and green
investment,’ emphasizing the need
for targeted investments to achieve
sustainable development goals.
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Teachers Day : 5 September
Teachers Day is celebrated on September
5th each year in India to honour the teachers
and their contribution to society. The date
marks the birth anniversary of
Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, an Indian
scholar, philosopher and the first Vice
President of India.
• Dr. Radhakrishnan was a respected
teacher who believed that
“teachers should be the best minds
in the country”
• He was also awarded the Bharat
Ratna, the highest civilian honour in
India, in 1954.
• The tradition of celebrating
Teachers Day on September 5
started in 1962, when some of his
students visited him to wish him a
happy birthday and he suggested
that they should celebrate it as
Teachers Day instead.
• On this day, students express their
gratitude and appreciation to their
teachers through various activities,
such as greeting cards, flowers,
gifts, speeches and cultural
programs
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International
Current Affairs
India-UN Capacity Building
Initiative for Global South
India and the United Nations have launched
a joint capacity-building initiative called
the “India-UN Capacity Building
Initiative” on September 24, 2023. The
objective of this initiative is to share India’s
development experiences, best practices,
and expertise with partner countries in the
Global South through capacity building and
training programs.
1. The announcement of this initiative
took place at the India-UN for the
Global South event in New York.
2. This initiative complements the
existing “India-UN Development
Partnership Fund,” which has
executed 75 development projects
in 61 countries over the past six
years.
3. The UN India team and the Bill and
Melinda Gates Foundation will
collaborate as part of this initiative
to utilize India’s Technical and
Economic Cooperation platform. A
Joint Declaration of Intent has been
exchanged between the UN
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Resident Coordinator in India and

the Bill and Melinda Gates
Foundation.
4. Additionally, this initiative will work
towards achieving the
development-related goals of
India’s G20 Presidency. These goals
include the G20 Action Plan for
Accelerating Progress on the
Sustainable Development Goals
(SDGs), technological
transformation, and the
establishment of Digital Public
Infrastructure.
PM Modi inaugurate two
day International Lawyers
Conference in New Delhi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated
a two-day International Lawyers
Conference in New Delhi.

1. The conference’s theme is

“Emerging Challenges in Justice
Delivery System.”
2. The Bar Council of India is
organizing this conference for the
first time.
3. Key topics for discussion include
emerging legal trends, challenges in
cross-border litigation, legal
technology, and environmental law.
4. The conference aims to facilitate
meaningful dialogue and discussion
on legal topics of national and
international significance.
5. It seeks to promote the exchange of
ideas and experiences and enhance
international cooperation and
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Recent Tensions and
Diplomatic Expulsions in
India-Canada Relations
Recent India-Canada relations marked by
tensions and diplomatic expulsions.
Recently, India expelled a senior Canadian
diplomat in response, and Canada expelled
an Indian diplomat.
1. Tensions escalated after Canadian
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
hinted at a link between the Indian
government and the killing of Sikh
separatist leader Hardeep Singh
Nijjar.
2. The tensions are centered around
the Sikh independence movement,
known as the Khalistan movement.
3. India has accused Canada of
sheltering Khalistani activists.
4. The killing of Hardeep Singh Nijjar
in Surrey, British Columbia, Canada,
on June 18, 2023., who supported
the demand for a Sikh homeland in
India’s northern state of Punjab,
further strained relations between
the two countries.
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13th Indo-Pacific Armies
Chiefs Conference (IPACC)
from 26 to 27 September
2023 at the Manekshaw
Centre in New Delhi
The 13th Indo-Pacific Armies Chiefs
Conference (IPACC) is scheduled to take
place from the 26th to 27th September 2023
at the Manekshaw Centre in New Delhi.
The conference will bring together army
chiefs from 30 countries in the Indo-Pacific
region. Its primary focus is on discussions
related to security cooperation and
collective strategies in the Indo-Pacific
region.
1. This event is the 13th biennial
IPACC and is being hosted by both
the Indian Army and the US Army
Pacific.
2. General James C McConville, the
Chief-of-Staff of the US Army, will
co-host the conference alongside
General Manoj Pande, the Chief of
the Indian Army Staff.
3. Two other conferences, the Indo-
Pacific Armies Management
Seminar (IPAMS) and the Senior
Enlisted Leaders Forum (SELF), will
also be held separately at the
Manekshaw Centre to promote
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multilateral security partnerships in

the region.
4. During a Curtain Raiser Press
conference, Lieutenant General M.
V. Suchindra Kumar, the Vice Chief
of Army Staff, highlighted India’s
historical contributions to
promoting peace and stability in
the Indo-Pacific region.
5. Key topics to be discussed during
the conference include the role of
military diplomacy in crisis
mitigation, enhancing collaboration
PM Modi and Crown Prince
and interoperability, and the of Saudi Arabia discussed
importance of self-reliance for India-Saudi Arabia Strategic
modern armies.
6. The Indo-Pacific region is noted for Partnership
its significance, as it encompasses
64 percent of the world’s Prime Minister Narendra Modi held talks
population, contributes 63 percent with Crown Prince and Prime Minister of
Saudi Arabia, Prince Mohammed Bin
of the global GDP, and accounts for
Salman Bin Abdulaziz Al-Saud, on 11
46 percent of world merchandise
September in New Delhi. The leaders
trade. discussed various aspects of bilateral ties
and ways to enhance the India-Saudi Arabia
Strategic Partnership.

1. The economic corridor is expected

to boost economic growth and
digital connectivity across Asia,
West Asia, and Europe.
2. Both leaders co-chaired the first
Meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia
Strategic Partnership Council (SPC)
and signed the minutes of the
meeting.
3. The visit of the Crown Prince is part
of a three-day state visit to India,
during which he attended the 18th
G20 Summit.
4. India and Saudi Arabia have strong
economic and socio-cultural ties,
with India being the second-largest
trade partner for Saudi Arabia and
Saudi Arabia the fourth-largest
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5. Bilateral trade between the two

countries during the Financial Year
2022-23 was valued at over $52
billion, and Saudi direct
investments in India exceeded $3
billion.
6. Energy cooperation is a significant
aspect of their relationship, with
Saudi Arabia playing a crucial role in
ensuring India’s energy security. It
remained India’s third-largest
source for crude and petroleum
products during the Financial Year Key Highlights from the
2022-23.
18th G20 Summit in New
Delhi
The following points provide an overview
of the key events and highlights from the
18th G20 Summit held on 9th and 10th
September 2023in New Delhi.

1. The 18th G20 Summit concluded in

New Delhi on September 10, 2023,
with India passing the Presidency to
Brazil.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi handed
over the ceremonial gavel to President
Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva of Brazil during
the closing ceremony.
3. President Lula Da Silva appreciated
India’s leadership and welcomed the
African Union as a full member of the
G20.
4. During the third session, Prime Minister
Modi addressed various global issues,
including UN Security Council reforms, the
mandate of Multilateral Development
Banks, and the regulation of
cryptocurrencies.
5. India took several significant initiatives
during the Summit, including including the
African Union in the G20, launching the
Global Biofuel Alliance, and promoting
economic integration through initiatives
like the India-Middle East-Europe
Economic Corridor.
6. The G20 New Delhi Leaders’
Declaration was adopted
unanimously.
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India-Middle East-Europe Prime Minister Modi

Economic Corridor (IMEC): attended ASEAN-India
A Key Initiative for Summit 2023 in Jakarta,
Regional Connectivity and Indonesia
Economic Growth Prime Minister Narendra Modi attended the
ASEAN-India Summit in Jakarta,
The India-Middle East-Europe Economic Indonesia, on September 7, 2023.
Corridor (IMEC) was launched on
September 9, 2023, at the G20 Summit in
New Delhi. 1. Modi announced the opening of an
Indian Embassy in Dili, Timor-Leste,
1. It is a collaborative initiative
during the summit.
involving India, the European
2. The theme of the ASEAN Summit
Union, and six other countries.
was ‘ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of
2. The primary goal of IMEC is to
Growth.’
improve connectivity and economic
3. Modi underscored the importance
integration among Asia, the
of multilateralism and a free, open,
Arabian Gulf, and Europe.
and rules-based Indo-Pacific.
3. This will be achieved through the
4. He presented a 12-point proposal
establishment of a railway network
for strengthening India-ASEAN
that connects various ports in the
cooperation, covering various
region.
aspects, including connectivity,
4. The project involves multiple
digital transformation, trade, and
countries, including the United
addressing global challenges.
States, India, Saudi Arabia, the
5. The Prime Minister called for
United Arab Emirates, France,
collective action on issues facing
Germany, Italy, and the European
the Global South.
Union.
6. He invited ASEAN countries to join
5. IMEC is expected to have a positive
impact by boosting economic
the Global Centre for Traditional
development, facilitating trade and Medicine and cooperate on
investment, and encouraging regional disaster resilience and maritime
cooperation among the participating safety.
nations.
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G-20 Summit 2023 in New

Delhi on September 9-10,
2023
The G-20 Summit is an annual meeting of
leaders from 19 countries and the European
Union, accounting for a significant portion
of global GDP and trade. The 18th G-20
Summit is scheduled to be held in New
Delhi, India, on September 9-10, 2023.
1. Attendees at the summit include
the heads of state and government
of G-20 member states, along with
invited guests like Prime Minister
Jacinda Ardern of New Zealand and
President Joe Biden of the United
States.
2. China’s President Xi Jinping will not
attend the G-20 Summit in India,
and Premier Li Qiang will represent
China.
3. Extensive preparations are
underway in New Delhi to host the
G-20 Summit, involving
government agencies, civic bodies,
and security establishments.
4. Special arrangements are being made
at the airport for G-20 delegates, with
around 160 domestic flights expected
to be canceled during the event.
5. Indira Gandhi International Airport is
preparing for a red-carpet welcome for
G-20 delegates, with dedicated
lounges and information displays
about the summit.
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ASEAN summit in Jakarta,
Indonesia from September 5
to 7, 2023
The ASEAN summit is a meeting of the
leaders of the Association of Southeast
Asian Nations (ASEAN), a regional
organization of 10 Southeast Asian and
Pacific Rim countries. The summit is held
twice a year to discuss various issues of
common interest and cooperation. Brunei,
Cambodia, Indonesia, Laos, Malaysia,
Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore,
Thailand, and Vietnam are the member
countries of ASEAN.
The 43rd ASEAN summit will be held
in Jakarta, Indonesia from September 5
to 7, 2023. It will be attended by the heads
of state and government of the ASEAN
member states, as well as other invited
guests such as Prime Minister Narendra
Modi of India, President Yoon Suk Yeol of
South Korea, and President Vladimir Putin
of Russia.
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Indian-origin Tharman
Shanmugaratnam has been
elected President of
Singapore
Indian-origin Tharman
Shanmugaratnam, a renowned
economist and former deputy prime
minister of Singapore, has been elected
as the next president of Singapore. He
secured a significant 70.4% of the votes
in the presidential election conducted
on September 1, 2023.
Tharman, widely recognized as one of
Singapore’s most qualified individuals,
will serve as the nation’s representative
both domestically and internationally.
He will also wield custodial powers,
including oversight of the country’s
reserves and key appointments.
Tharman is the third individual of Indian
origin to assume this prestigious role in
the prosperous city-state, and his
tenure will extend for the next six years.
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National Current
Affairs
PM Modi to launch Sankalp
Saptaah, week-long
programme for Aspirational
Blocks
Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a
week-long programme called Sankalp
Saptaah in New Delhi on September 30,
2023. The event took place at Bharat
Mandapam in the National Capital and saw
the participation of approximately three
thousand panchayat and block-level
people’s representatives and functionaries
from across the country.
1. Sankalp Saptaah is linked to the
effective implementation of the
Aspirational Blocks Programme,
which aims to improve governance
at the block level and enhance the
quality of life for citizens.
2. Additionally, about two lakh
people, including block and
panchayat level functionaries and
farmers, joined the programme
virtually.
3. Sankalp Saptaah will be observed in
all 500 Aspirational Blocks across
329 districts in the country from the
3rd to the 9th of the following
month.
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4. Each day during the week is

dedicated to a specific
development theme, including
Sampoorna Swasthya, Suposhit
Pariwaar, Swachhta, Krishi, Shiksha,
and Samridhi Diwas.
5. The last day of the week, known as
Sankalp Saptaah – Samavesh
Samaroh, will be a celebration of
the work conducted during the
entire week.

Best Smart City in India :

Indore
Indore was awarded the title of the Best
Smart City in India on September 27, 2023,
during the India Smart Cities Conclave
2023. The award was presented by
President Droupadi Murmu as part of the
fourth edition of the India Smart Cities
Award Contest (ISAC) 2023.

1. Indore received this recognition

after being ranked as the cleanest
city in India on five separate
occasions.
2. The India Smart Cities Conclave
2023 took place on September 26-
27, 2023, at the Brilliant Convention
Centre in Indore, Madhya Pradesh.
3. The event was organized by the
Ministry of Housing and Urban
Affairs (MoHUA), Government of
India, and saw participation from all
100 smart cities in India.
4. The conclave served as a platform
for cities to showcase their
noteworthy achievements under
the Smart Cities Mission and
contribute to the future urban
transformation of the country.

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PM Modi to Distribute
Govt Plans for Electric
51,000 Appointment Letters
Highway and Luxury
in Rozgar Mela
Electric Buses from Delhi to
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will
Jaipur distribute approximately 51,000
appointment letters to newly recruited
Union Minister of Road Transport and individuals on September 26, 2023, through
Highway, Nitin Gadkari, discussed plans video conferencing.
for electric buses and an electric highway
from Delhi to Jaipur at the 20th Indo-US
Economic Summit in New Delhi on 27 1. The distribution of appointment
September 2023. letters will take place during a
Rozgar Mela (employment fair)
held at 46 locations across the
1. The government intends to
country.
introduce electric buses with luxury
2. The new recruits come from various
facilities, offering a similar level of
parts of the country and will be
service as aviation class but at a
joining different Ministries and
cost less than 30 percent compared
Departments, including the
to diesel buses.
Department of Posts, Atomic
2. The proposed electric buses will
Energy, Revenue, Higher Education,
cover the Delhi to Jaipur route in
and Ministry of Defence, among
approximately two hours and 50
others.
minutes.
3. This initiative is in line with the
3. Nitin Gadkari emphasized the
Prime Minister’s commitment to
potential for collaboration between
prioritize employment generation
India and the US at the economic
in India.
summit, highlighting the
4. The Rozgar Mela is expected to play
opportunity for joint ventures and
a pivotal role in creating more
technology sharing that would
employment opportunities and
benefit both nations.
empowering youth to participate in
4. Additionally, Mr. Gadkari presented
national development.
the 7th Business Leadership
Awards during the event.

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areas inaccessible to heavier

aircraft.
6. Raksha Mantri also inaugurated the
two-day Bharat Drone Shakti-2023
event, which features participation
from over 75 drone start-ups and
companies.
7. Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 aims to
promote India’s goal of becoming a
global drone hub by 2030 and is
expected to have broad
participation from various
C-295 MW transport aircraft government departments,
industries, armed forces, and
formally inducted into friendly countries.
Indian Air Force
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh formally
inducted the first C-295 MW transport
aircraft at the Indian Air Force airbase in
Hindan, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh on 25
September 2023.

1. The induction of the C-295 is

expected to enhance the medium-
lift tactical capability of the Indian
Air Force.
2. The C-295 is capable of taking off
and landing from unprepared
landing grounds and will replace
the HS-748 Avro aircraft.
3. Airbus is set to deliver the first 16 C-
295 aircraft in fly-away condition
from its final assembly line at
Seville, while Tata Advanced
Systems will manufacture and
assemble the remaining 40 aircraft
in India.
4. All C-295 aircraft will be equipped
with an indigenous Electronic
Warfare Suite.
5. The C-295 is designed for tactical
transport, capable of carrying up to
71 troops or 50 paratroopers, and is
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6. Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 is

anticipated to draw approximately
5,000 attendees, including
representatives from the Central
government, state departments,
public and private industries,
armed forces, paramilitary forces,
and friendly countries.
7. The event aligns with India’s
commitment to becoming a global
drone hub by 2030.

Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 at

Indian Air Force airbase at
Hindon in Ghaziabad
Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 will be co-
hosted by the Indian Air Force and the
Drone Federation of India at the Indian Air
Force airbase at Hindon in Ghaziabad, Uttar
Pradesh, on September 25, 2023.

1. Drones are witnessing increased

usage in both military and civil
applications in India.
2. The two-day event will feature over
50 live aerial demonstrations,
showcasing various types of
drones, including survey drones,
agriculture drones, fire suppression
drones, and tactical surveillance
drones.
3. More than 75 drone start-ups and
corporates are expected to
participate in the event.
4. The event will also include the
induction ceremony of the first C-
295 MW transport aircraft, part of
India’s acquisition of 56 Airbus C-
295 aircraft to replace the Indian Air
Force AVRO fleet.
5. The acquisition of these aircraft is
seen as a boost to the Make in India
initiative.

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19th edition of YUDH Prime Minister

ABHYAS in Alaska, USA Modi flagged off nine
from 25 September 2023 Vande Bharat Express trains
On September 24, 2023, Prime Minister
The 19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS is Narendra Modi flagged off nine Vande
scheduled to take place in Alaska, USA Bharat Express trains via video
from 25 September 2023. conferencing. These trains will connect
religious and tourist destinations across 11
states.
1. This exercise is conducted annually
and is a joint effort between the
Indian Army and the US Army. Here are some key details about the new
2. The Indian Army contingent for this trains:
edition consists of 350 personnel.
3. The lead battalion representing • Udaipur – Jaipur Vande Bharat
India in this exercise is affiliated Express
with the MARATHA Light Infantry • Tirunelveli-Madurai- Chennai
Regiment. Vande Bharat Express
4. The primary focus of the exercise is • Hyderabad –Bengaluru Vande
to conduct tactical drills that Bharat Express
enhance interoperability for UN • Vijayawada – Chennai (via
peacekeeping operations. Renigunta) Vande Bharat Express
5. The exercise will also involve the • Patna – Howrah Vande Bharat
exchange of views and best Express
practices related to various combat • Kasaragod – Thiruvananthapuram
skills, including combat Vande Bharat Express
engineering, obstruction clearance, • Rourkela – Bhubaneswar – Puri
and warfare involving mines and Vande Bharat Express
Improvised Explosive Devices • Ranchi – Howrah Vande Bharat
(IEDs). Express
• Jamnagar-Ahmedabad Vande
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The Vande Bharat Express trains have
several unique features that set them
apart from other trains. Here are some of
the notable features:
1. Intelligent Braking System: The
Vande Bharat Express trains are
equipped with an intelligent
braking system that enables better
acceleration and deceleration.
2. Automatic Doors: All coaches of
the Vande Bharat Express have
automatic doors, ensuring
passenger safety and convenience.
3. GPS-based Audio-Visual Passenger
Information System: Passengers
can stay informed about their
journey through the GPS-based
audio-visual passenger information
system available on board.
4. On-Board Hotspot Wi-Fi: The
Vande Bharat Express offers on-
board hotspot Wi-Fi connectivity,
allowing passengers to stay
connected and entertained during
their journey
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India’s First Lighthouse
Festival in Goa from 23 to
25 September 2023
India’s First Lighthouse Festival began in
Goa. Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union
Minister of Ports, along with Chief Minister
of Goa Shri Pramod Sawant, inaugurated
the festival at Fort Aguada Lighthouse.
1. The festival started on September
23 and will continue until
September 25.
2. It is being celebrated at lighthouses
across the country to promote
them as tourist destinations.
3. The campaign ‘Lighthouse Heritage
Tourism’ was launched to transform
75 historic lighthouses into tourist
spots.
4. The festival is in line with Prime
Minister Narendra Modi’s vision to
develop lighthouses as tourist
attractions and boost local
economies.
5. The festival at Fort Aguada in Goa
includes various activities such as
dance performances, food stalls,
music concerts, and discussions on
marine history.
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Sindhukesari, along with Long-

Range Maritime Patrol Aircraft P81,
are participating in the exercise.
4. SIMBEX is the longest-running naval
exercise that the Indian Navy
conducts with any other country.
5. The exercise allows units from both
navies to enhance their war-
fighting skills through multi-
discipline operations in the
maritime domain.

SIMBEX, annual bilateral

exercise between the Indian
Navy and the Republic of
Singapore Navy from 21 to
24 September
SIMBEX is an annual bilateral exercise
between the Indian Navy and the Republic
of Singapore Navy. The exercise takes
place from September 21 to September 24,
2023.

1. SIMBEX aims to enhance

interoperability and mutual
understanding between the two
navies.
2. The exercise consists of two phases:
• Harbour Phase: This phase
involves professional
interactions, cross-deck
visits, Subject Matter Expert
Exchanges, and sports
fixtures.
• Sea Phase: During this
phase, various maritime
operations are conducted,
including air defense
exercises, gunnery firing,
and anti-submarine
exercises.
3. Indian Navy assets such as the
Ranvijay, Kavaratti, and
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CUET-PG from 11th March
and CUET-UG from 15th
May 2024
The Common University Entrance Test for
Post-graduate programs (CUET-PG) is to
be conducted from March 11th to March
28th, 2024, while the Common University
Entrance Test for Undergraduate programs
(CUET-UG) is scheduled for May 15th to
May 31st, 2023, for admissions in the
Academic year 2024-25. Mr M Jagadesh
Kumar, Chairman of the University Grant
Commission share this information on 19
September 2023.
1. The National Testing Agency (NTA)
will conduct these entrance tests,
and results will be declared within
three weeks of the test.
2. In 2024, the Joint Entrance
Examination (JEE) Main will have
two sessions: the first session from
24th January to 1st February and
the second session from 1st April to
15th April.
3. The National Eligibility cum
Entrance Test – NEET(UG) will be
held on 5th May 2024.
4. UGC National Eligibility Test
Session-1 is scheduled from 10th to
21st June next year.
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PM Modi inaugurated the
International Convention
and Expo Centre,
Yashobhoomi, in Dwarka,
New Delhi
On September 17, 2023, Prime Minister
Narendra Modi inaugurated the
International Convention and Expo Centre,
Yashobhoomi, located in Sector 25,
Dwarka, New Delhi.
This state-of-the-art convention center
spans 225 acres and is designed to host
large international and national
conferences. The center is being
constructed in two phases, with the first
phase including a world-class convention
center, two massive exhibition halls, and a
parking facility for over 3,000 cars. The
exhibition halls in the first phase are
approximately 10,00,000 square feet in
size, equivalent to four football fields, and
feature remarkable column-free spaces,
making them capable of accommodating
even aircraft for future expos. Notably, the
convention center boasts a prominent LED
video wall.
This center is expected to bolster industrial
growth in India and position the country as
a prominent global destination for
meetings, incentives, conferences, and
exhibitions (MICE).
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Rahul Navin, IRS, has been
appointed as the in-charge
director of the Enforcement
Directorate (ED)
Rahul Navin, an Indian Revenue Service
(IRS) officer, has been appointed as the in-
charge director of the Enforcement
Directorate (ED) on September 15. He will
serve in this capacity until the appointment
of the regular director. Currently, Rahul
Navin holds the position of ED’s special
director. Sanjay Kumar Mishra was the
outgoing director of the ED, who was
appointed as the ED director in 2028.
The Enforcement Directorate (ED) is
responsible for investigating money
laundering and violations of foreign
exchange laws. It operates under the
framework of several Acts, including the
Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002
(PMLA), the Foreign Exchange
Management Act, 1999 (FEMA), and the
Fugitive Economic Offenders Act, 2018
(FEOA).
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Defence Acquisition
Council approves nine
capital acquisition proposals
worth Rs 45,000 crore
The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)
has given its approval (Acceptance of
Necessity, AoN) for nine capital acquisition
proposals totaling approximately 45,000
crore rupees. The meeting was chaired by
Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh on September
15, 2023.
1. All these acquisitions will be
sourced from Indian vendors, which
will significantly contribute to the
goal of ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ (self-
reliant India) in the defense
industry.
2. The DAC approved the
procurement of various items,
including Light Armoured
Multipurpose Vehicles, Integrated
Surveillance and Targeting Systems,
High Mobility Vehicle Gun Towing
Vehicles for artillery deployment,
Next Generation Survey Vessels for
the Indian Navy, Dhruvastra Short
Range Air-to-Surface Missiles for
ALH Mk-IV Helicopters, and 12 Su-
30 MKI Aircraft from Hindustan
Aeronautics Limited.
3. Raksha Mantri emphasized the
need to increase the focus on
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indigenization and suggested

aiming for a minimum of 60 to 65
percent indigenous content in
Indigenously Designed Developed
and Manufactured projects, instead
of the current threshold of 50
percent.
Defence Acquisition Council (DAC)
The Defence Acquisition Council
(DAC) is the highest decision-making body
in the Indian Ministry of Defence for
deciding on new policies and capital Uniformity in Measurement:
acquisitions for the three services (Army,
Navy, and Air Force) and the Indian Coast India can issue
Guard. The council is headed by the internationally accepted
Minister of Defence.
OIML Certificates
India has achieved the capability to issue
Internationally Accepted OIML
(International Organisation of Legal
Metrology) Certificates, becoming the 13th
country globally to do so.

1. Domestic manufacturers can now

have their weighing and measuring
instruments tested within India and
market them internationally.
2. The Internationally Accepted OIML
Certificate is recognized worldwide,
reducing redundancy and saving
resources for manufacturers.
3. This system ensures uniformity and
trust in measurements on a global
scale and eliminates the need for
repeated certifications.
4. Indian manufacturers and their
agents can obtain OIML Certificates
for their measuring instruments
from the Indian OIML Issuing
Authority, which is the Legal
Metrology Division under the
Department of Consumer Affairs.

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Supreme Court of India
joining the National Judicial
Data Grid (NJDG) platform
The Chief Justice of India, DY
Chandrachud, announced that the Supreme
Court of India will join the National
Judicial Data Grid (NJDG) platform to
track case pendency.
1. Inclusion in the NJDG is expected to
bring transparency and
accountability to the judiciary by
making details of pending civil and
criminal cases easily accessible.
2. The NJDG is a database covering
orders, judgments, and case details
from thousands of District and
Subordinate Courts and High Courts
across India.
3. The Supreme Court will now upload
its cases in real-time to the NJDG,
which was previously collecting
data only up to the high court level.
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Indian Air Force received
first C-295 MW transport
aircraft from Airbus in
Seville, Spain
On 13th September 2023, India received its
first C-295 MW transport aircraft in a
formal handing over ceremony in Seville,
Spain.
1. Chief of the Air Staff, Air Chief Marshal
VR Choudhari, attended the ceremony
representing the Indian Air Force.
2. Airbus formally handed over the C-295
MW aircraft to the Indian Air Force
(IAF).
3. India has finalized the acquisition of 56
Airbus C-295 aircraft to replace the
existing Indian Air Force AVRO fleet.
4. The contractual agreement specifies
that Airbus will deliver the first 16
aircraft in fly-away condition from
Seville, while the remaining 40 will be
manufactured and assembled in India
by Tata Advanced Systems through an
industrial partnership.
5. All the C-295 aircraft will be configured
for transport and equipped with an
indigenous Electronic Warfare Suite.
6. The C-295 aircraft serves various
purposes, including tactical transport
of up to 71 troops or 50 paratroopers
and logistical operations to remote
locations that may not be accessible to
larger aircraft.
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Government approved the e-
Courts Mission Mode
Project Phase -3
The Government approved the e-Courts
Mission Mode Project Phase -3 on 13th
September 2023 during a cabinet meeting.
1. The project is a Central Sector
Scheme with a financial outlay of
7,210 crore rupees, spanning four
years.
2. The e-Courts Project has been
under implementation since 2007
as part of the National
eGovernance Plan.
3. Information and Broadcasting
Minister Anurag Singh Thakur
explained that the e-Courts Mission
Mode Project aims to improve
access to justice through
technology.
4. It will enable citizens, including
those without access to technology,
to access judicial services through
eSewa Kendras.
5. The primary goal of the project is to
establish online and paperless
courts to make the judicial system
more convenient, economical, and
transparent for citizens.
6. There will be the establishment of
4,400 eSewa Kendras at all Court
complexes to facilitate this initiative.
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Nomination for the Padma
Awards for the year 2024 is
open until the 15th
September
The online nomination process for the
Padma Awards for the year 2024 is open
until the 15th of this month. The
nomination process began on 1 May 2023.
1. The Union Home Ministry has
stated that nominations or
recommendations for the Padma
Awards will be accepted online
through the Rashtriya Puraskar
Portal.
2. The announcement of the Padma
Awards for the year 2024 will take
place on Republic Day next year.
3. The Padma Awards, which include
Padma Vibhushan, Padma
Bhushan, and Padma Shri, are
among the highest civilian honors
in India.
4. These awards were instituted in
1954 to recognize distinguished
and exceptional achievements and
service in various fields.
5. Eligibility for these awards is open
to all individuals without distinction
based on race, occupation,
position, or gender.
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First Global Symposium on
Farmers’ Rights in New
Delhi on 12 September 2023
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the
first Global Symposium on Farmers’ Rights
in New Delhi on 12 September 2023. The
event hosted eminent scientists, farmers,
and resource persons from 59 countries
worldwide.
1. The symposium focused on
discussing critical issues related to
Farmers’ Rights, which are outlined
in Article 9 of the International
Treaty on Plant Genetic Resources
for Food and Agriculture.
2. India holds the distinction of being
the first country globally to have
incorporated Farmers’ Rights within
the framework of Plant Variety
Registration, accomplished through
the Protection of Plant Varieties
and Farmers’ Rights Act of 2001.
3. Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
Minister Narendra Singh Tomar also
participated in the event.
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Cauvery Water Dispute:
Unresolved issue and
Ongoing Tensions
The Cauvery water dispute is an inter-state
water dispute between Tamil Nadu,
Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry over the
sharing of the Cauvery river’s water and its
tributaries. The dispute originated in 1892
between the Madras Presidency (under the
British Raj) and the Princely state of
Mysore (now Karnataka) when they had to
divide the river water. Despite various
agreements, tribunals, and court orders to
resolve the issue, no satisfactory resolution
has been reached for all parties involved.
This dispute has led to protests, violence,
and political tensions in Tamil Nadu and
Karnataka. The Supreme Court has
scheduled a hearing for September 21 to
address Tamil Nadu’s plea for Cauvery
water release from Karnataka’s dams.
Karnataka has expressed its inability to
provide more water to Tamil Nadu after
September 12, leading to protests by
farmers and pro-Kannada organizations in
both states.
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Jaya Verma Sinha : First
Woman Chairman And
CEO Of Indian Railway
Board
Jaya Verma Sinha has been appointed as the
first woman CEO and Chairperson of the
Railway Board, which is the top decision-
making body for the national railway
system. She assumes her new role on
September 1, and her tenure will extend
until August 31, 2024.
1. The Appointments Committee of
the Cabinet (ACC) approved her
appointment to the position of
Chairman & CEO of the Railway
Board.
2. Jaya Verma Sinha has a background
as an alumnus of Allahabad
University and began her career in
the Indian Railway Traffic Service in
1988, with experience in various
railway divisions including Northern
Railway, S E Railway, and Eastern
Railway.
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Polity Current
Affairs
Manipur government
extended the imposition of
the AFSPA for another six
months
On September 27, 2023, the Manipur
government extended the imposition of the
Armed Forces (Special Powers) Act
(AFSPA) for another six months, covering
the entire state except for 19 police stations
in seven districts of the Imphal Valley.
1. The “disturbed area” status under
AFSPA will continue to apply to all
the hill districts, which are
predominantly inhabited by tribal
communities. However, the act has
gradually been withdrawn from
valley districts since 2022 due to
improved security conditions.
2. Manipur has witnessed a
resurgence of insurgent groups,
primarily operating from Myanmar,
advocating for the secession of
Manipur from India. The National
Investigation Agency (NIA) is
investigating a transnational
conspiracy by these groups to wage
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war against the government amid

ongoing ethnic violence.
3. Ethnic violence in Manipur
between the Meitei and tribal Kuki
communities has resulted in at least
175 deaths since May 3, 2023,
marking one of the deadliest
incidents in the state in years.
4. The Manipur government is
considering a “one district, one
force” deployment strategy for
enhanced security operations,
given the presence of around Parliament Passes Women’s
40,000 Central security forces, Reservation Bill for
including the army, in the state.
5. The Armed Forces (Special Powers)
Increased Political
Act (AFSPA) grants extensive Representation
powers to the army and Central
Constitution (One Hundred and Twenty-
Armed Police Forces (CAPF) in Eighth Amendment) Bill, 2023, was passed
“disturbed areas,” including the by Parliament on September 21, 2023.
authority to use lethal force, make
arrests without warrants, and enjoy
1. The bill aims to reserve one-third of
legal immunity from prosecution
the total number of seats for
without the Union government’s
women in the following legislative
sanction.
bodies:
6. AFSPA had been in effect in
• Lok Sabha (the lower house
Manipur since 1981, and it also
of India’s parliament)
applied to Naga-dominated areas
• State Legislative Assemblies
of the former Union Territory of
• Delhi Assembly
Manipur since 1958. However, it
2. The bill, also known as the
has been progressively withdrawn
Women’s Reservation Bill or Nari
from various areas in recent years.
Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam, received
7. Both the state and Union
approval from the Rajya Sabha (the
governments can issue AFSPA
upper house of parliament)
notifications, with the Union
through a division of votes. In this
Ministry of Home Affairs issuing
division, 214 members voted in
notifications for Nagaland and
favor of the bill, and none voted
Arunachal Pradesh, while Manipur
against it.
and Assam notifications are issued
3. The Lok Sabha had previously given
by their respective state
its approval to the bill.
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Lok Sabha Passes Women’s
Reservation Bill with
Overwhelming Majority
The Lok Sabha passed the Women’s
Reservation Bill on September 20, 2023.
The bill was introduced on the first day of
proceedings in the new Parliament
Building.
1. The bill aims to provide 33%
reservation to women in the Lok
Sabha and state legislative
assemblies.
2. The bill received strong support
with 454 votes in favor and only 2
against it.
3. The implementation of the
reservation is scheduled for 2029,
following the delimitation of
constituencies, which will be
conducted after the next census.
4. The bill is officially named the
Constitution (One Hundred and
Twenty-Eighth Amendment) Bill,
also known as the Nari Shakti
Vandan Adhiniyam.
5. The next step is for the bill to be
discussed and voted on in the Rajya
Sabha.
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Old Parliament building is
renamed as “Samvidhan
Sadan”
The old Parliament building in New Delhi
was officially renamed as “Samvidhan
Sadan” on September 19, 2023. This
decision to rename the building was
proposed by Prime Minister Narendra Modi
and has received approval from both the
Lok Sabha Speaker and the Rajya Sabha
Chairman. In contrast, the new Parliament
building has been designated as the
“Parliament House of India.”
The old Parliament building, now known as
Samvidhan Sadan, was originally designed
by British architects Sir Edwin Lutyens and
Herbert Baker and was constructed between
1921 and 1927. Throughout its history, this
iconic structure has borne witness to pivotal
moments in Indian history, including the
deliberations on the formation of the
Constitution, the announcement of
Mahatma Gandhi’s passing, and the
surrender of Pakistani forces in
Bangladesh.
The renaming of the old Parliament
building symbolizes its enduring
significance as the site where India’s
constitutional framework was debated and
crafted. It serves as a timeless source of
inspiration for future generations, retaining
its legacy as Samvidhan Sadan.
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Women’s Reservation Bill :
First bill introduced in the
new Parliament building
during the special session
The government has introduced the
Women’s Reservation Bill in the Lok
Sabha on 19 September 2023 to provide
one-third reservation for women in the Lok
Sabha, State Assemblies, and the Delhi
Assembly.
1. Union Law Minister Arjun Ram
Meghwal introduced the 128th
Amendment Bill, 2023, which aims to
provide 33 percent reservation to
women in Parliament and state
assemblies.
2. The goal is to increase the participation
of women in policy-making at the state
and national levels.
3. The Constitution (128 Amendment)
Bill, 2023, is the first bill introduced in
the new Parliament building during the
special session.
4. The bill mandates women’s
reservation for 15 years, extendable by
Parliament, and includes a provision
for SC and ST women within the
reservation.
5. The current representation of women
in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies
is significantly low, and this bill aims to
address the gender disparity.
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Five-day Special Session of
Parliament from 18th
September 2023
Five-day Special Parliament Session to
begin from 18th September 2023. An all-
party meeting of floor leaders was held on
17 September in New Delhi ahead of a
special session of parliament.
1. Government representatives in the
meeting included Defence Minister
Rajnath Singh, Union Minister
Piyush Goyal, and Parliamentary
Affairs Minister Pralhad Joshi.
2. Opposition party leaders present in
the meeting included Adhir Ranjan
Chowdhury, Farooq Abdullah,
Derek O’Brien, Sanjay Singh, Ram
Gopal Yadav, and Manoj Kumar Jha.
3. The session will begin in the existing
parliament building and shift to a
new building on 19 September
2023. Regular business will
commence on Wednesday.
4. The government sought
cooperation from parties to ensure
the smooth functioning of the
session.
5. Some opposition parties advocated
for the passage of the Women
Reservation Bill, which aims to
reserve one-third of seats for
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women in Lok Sabha and State

Legislative Assemblies.
6. The special session will start with
discussions on the Parliamentary
Journey of 75 years, followed by a
photo session and functions
marking 75 years of independence.
7. Eight bills will be taken up during
this special session, including bills
related to the Chief Election
Commissioner, The Advocates
(Amendment) Bill, The Press and
Registration of Periodicals Bill, and Vice President Jagdeep
The Post Office Bill. Dhankhar hoisted the
National Flag at the top of
Gaja Dwar of the New
Parliament Building
Vice President and Rajya Sabha Chairman
Jagdeep Dhankhar hoisted the National
Flag at the top of Gaja Dwar of the New
Parliament Building on 16 September 2023.

1. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla and

other dignitaries attended the
event.
2. Discussion on the Parliamentary
Journey of 75 years, starting from
Samvidhan Sabha, will be held in
Lok Sabha.
3. The government has listed bills for
discussion in the upcoming
Parliament Session:
• Bill on the appointment of
the Chief Election
Commissioner and other
election commissioners.
• The Advocates
(Amendment) Bill.
• The Press and Registration
of Periodicals Bill.
• The Post Office Bill.
4. The Advocates (Amendment) Bill
and The Press and Registration of
Periodicals Bill have been passed by
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Rajya Sabha and are pending in Lok

Sabha.
5. The Post Office Bill and The Chief
Election Commissioner and Other
Election Commissioners
(Appointment, Condition of
Service, and Term of Office) Bill
have already been introduced in
Rajya Sabha.
New Parliament Building in India
The new Parliament Building in India,
inaugurated on May 28, 2023, is a part of
the Central Vista Redevelopment project in ‘one-nation, one-election’,
New Delhi. It features a unique triangular Govt forms Ram Nath
shape, a built-up area of about 64,500
square meters, and can seat 1,272 Kovind-headed committee
individuals. The design of the Lok Sabha to explore possibility Lok
Chamber is inspired by India’s national
bird, the Peacock. The project encompasses Sabha and assembly
the construction of the Parliament building, elections simultaneously
a Common Central Secretariat, and the
renovation of the Rajpath, with a total cost The central government of India has
of around 970 crore rupees. The architect established a committee led by former
behind this project is Bimal Patel. President Ram Nath Kovind on 1
September 2023. The committee’s purpose
is to examine the feasibility of conducting
Lok Sabha (parliamentary) and assembly
elections simultaneously across the
country.

1. The government has called for a

special session of Parliament to be
held between September 18 and
22, with the agenda remaining
undisclosed.
2. Assembly elections are scheduled
in five states, namely Mizoram,
Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh,
Telangana, and Rajasthan, in
November-December. These are
expected to be followed by the Lok
Sabha elections in May-June of the
following year.
3. Recent government actions have
raised the possibility of advancing
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some state polls, which were

originally scheduled to coincide
with the Lok Sabha contest.
4. The assemblies of Andhra Pradesh,
Odisha, Sikkim, and Arunachal
Pradesh are currently slated to hold
elections concurrently with the Lok
Sabha elections.

Special Session of
Parliament from 18-22
September 2023
The government has decided to call
a Special Session of
Parliament from September 18 to 22 and
it will have five sittings. The information
was given by Parliamentary Affairs
Minister Pralhad Joshi.

There is no official word on the agenda of

the session yet, however there is
speculation that, this special session may
see bills for ‘One Nation, One Election’,
Uniform Civil Code and women’s
reservation.

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Science and 4. NITI Aayog is actively involved in

promoting policy-led innovation in

Technology Current various sectors, including electric

vehicles, biotechnology,
Affairs nanotechnology, space technology,
and alternative energy sources.
5. NITI Aayog has also been working to
expand the innovation ecosystem
at the state and district levels.
Global Innovation Index 2023
List
wipo.int/edocs/pubdocs/en/wipo-pub-
2000-2023-en-main-report-global-
innovation-index-2023-16th-edition.pdf

Global Innovation Index

2023 : India retains 40th
rank
India has retained its 40th rank in the Global
Innovation Index (GII) for the year 2023.
The ranking was published by the World
Intellectual Property Organization, and
India’s consistent improvement in the GII
ranking was highlighted.

1. India’s GII ranking has improved

significantly over the years, moving
from 81st place in 2015 to its
current 40th position in 2023.
2. The improvement in India’s GII
ranking is attributed to factors such
as a strong knowledge capital, a
thriving startup ecosystem, and the
contributions of both public and
private research organizations.
3. The Atal Innovation Mission has
played a significant role in
enhancing the innovation
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(ICAR) from 1972 to 1980 and the

director general of the
International Rice Research
Institute (IRRI) from 1982 to 1988.
5. International Recognition: He
received several international
awards and honors for his
contributions to agriculture and
environmental science, including
the Albert Einstein World Science
Award in 1986, the first World Food
Prize in 1987, the Tyler Prize for
MS Swaminathan, father of Environmental Achievement in
India’s Green Revolution, 1991, and the Planet and Humanity
Medal of the International
passed away Geographical Union in 2000.
6. National Honors: Swaminathan
MS Swaminathan, a prominent agricultural was also honored by the Indian
scientist and often referred to as the father government with prestigious
of India’s Green Revolution, passed away awards like Padma Shri, Padma
in Chennai on September 28, 2023, at the
Bhushan, and Padma Vibhushan.
age of 98.

1. Contributions to Agriculture:
Swaminathan played a pivotal role
in bringing about a social revolution
in India’s agriculture sector during
the 1960s. His policies helped
rescue India from famine-like
conditions.
2. Foundation: He founded the MS
Swaminathan Research
Foundation, which focused on
agricultural research and
development.
3. Development of High-Yield Wheat
Varieties: His work was
instrumental in the development of
high-yield variety seeds of wheat, a
significant factor in the success of
the Green Revolution in India.
4. Professional Roles: Swaminathan
held important positions in the field
of agriculture, serving as the
director general of the Indian
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India’s first green hydrogen
fuel cell bus launched in
Delhi by Hardeep Singh
Puri
Union Minister of Petroleum and Natural
Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, flagged off
India’s first green hydrogen fuel cell bus in
Delhi on 25 September 2023.
1. A total of 15 green hydrogen buses are
planned to be operational by the end
of 2023 as part of the project.
2. The success of the green hydrogen
project is seen as a potential means to
transform India from being a net
importer of fossil energy to becoming
a net exporter of clean hydrogen
energy.
3. The hydrogen fuel-powered vehicle
can be refilled in just a few minutes,
similar in speed to filling an internal
combustion engine with fossil fuel.
4. The project for green hydrogen fuel
cell buses is a collaboration between
the Indian Oil Corporation Limited
(IOCL) and Tata Motors.
5. Indian Oil has initiated operational
trials of 15 fuel cell buses powered by
green hydrogen on specific routes in
Delhi, Haryana, and Uttar Pradesh.
6. Indian Oil has established a state-of-
the-art dispensing facility at its R&D
campus in Faridabad to refuel green
hydrogen produced through
electrolysis using solar PV panels.
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New set of national awards
called ‘Rashtriya Vigyan
Puraskar’ in the field of
Science, Technology, and
Innovation.
The Indian Government has established a
new set of national awards called
‘Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar’ in the field of
Science, Technology, and Innovation.
1. These awards aim to recognize and
celebrate the remarkable and
inspiring contributions made by
scientists, technologists, and
innovators across various domains
of science, technology, and
technology-led innovation.
2. The ‘Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar’ is
divided into four categories,
namely:
• Vigyan Ratna
• Vigyan Shri
• Vigyan Yuva-Shanti Swarup
Bhatnagar
• Vigyan Team
3. These awards are expected to be
among the highest recognitions in
the field of science, technology, and
innovation in India and will hold a
status equivalent to other national
awards.
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4. Nominations for these awards will

be invited annually from January
14th to February 28th, coinciding
with National Science Day.
5. The award announcements will
take place on May 11th, which is
National Technology Day, and the
Award Ceremony will be held on
August 23rd, designated as
National Space Day, each year.
6. The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskars will
be presented in 13 domains,
including Physics, Chemistry, Life Clues on K2-18 b?
Biological Sciences, Mathematics &
Computer Science, Earth Science,
Hydrogen-Rich Atmosphere
Medicine, Engineering Sciences, and Possible Oceans
Agricultural Science, Environmental
Science, Technology & Innovation, NASA’s James Webb Space Telescope
Atomic Energy, Space Science and discovered carbon dioxide and methane on
Technology, and others. the exoplanet K2-18 b. K2-18 b is a
potential Hycean exoplanet with a
hydrogen-rich atmosphere and a water
ocean-covered surface. K2-18 b is within
the “habitable zone” of its star, where
conditions are conducive to the existence of
life.

1. K2-18 b orbits the cool dwarf star K2-

18 a and is located 120 light years from
Earth.
2. K2-18 b is 8.6 times the mass of Earth
and falls in size between Earth and
Neptune.
3. The presence of methane and carbon
dioxide, along with the absence of
ammonia, suggests the possibility of a
water ocean beneath a hydrogen-rich
atmosphere on K2-18 b.
4. The telescope also detected a possible
molecule called dimethyl sulfide
(DMS), which on Earth is produced by
life, particularly phytoplankton in
marine environments.
5. NASA plans to conduct follow-up
research using the telescope’s MIRI
spectrograph to further validate their
findings and gain more insights into K2-
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Aditya L1, successfully
completed its third earth-
bound manoeuvre
India’s first solar mission, Aditya L1,
successfully completed its third earth-
bound manoeuvre on 10 September 2023.
The manoeuvre was performed from
ISTRAC, Bengaluru, with tracking from
ISRO’s ground stations at Mauritius,
Bengaluru, SDSC-SHAR, and Port Blair.
1. The next manoeuvre is scheduled
for September 15, 2023, around
02:00 Hrs. IST.
2. On September 5, Aditya L1
achieved an orbit of 282 km x
40225 km during its second earth-
bound manoeuvre.
3. Aditya L1 was launched on
September 2 from the Satish
Dhawan Space Centre in
Sriharikota.
4. The mission carries seven different
payloads to study the Sun in detail,
including observations of sunlight
and measurements of plasma and
magnetic fields.
5. Aditya-L1’s primary goal is to
uncover unknown facts about the
Sun.
6. The satellite will spend 16 days on
Earth-bound orbits, undergoing five
manoeuvres to gain the required
speed to reach its destination.
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Japan launched the lunar
lander “SLIM” for Moon
Landing
Japan launched the lunar lander “SLIM” on
September 7, 2023. Japan aims to become
the fifth nation to achieve a soft landing on
the moon’s surface. The launch used an H-
IIA rocket.
1. India had recently succeeded in a
similar lunar mission.
2. SLIM is on a long route to the
Moon, with a landing expected in
four to five months.
3. The spacecraft will spend the first
month in Earth’s orbit before
heading to the moon.
4. It will make orbital maneuvers over
three to four months before
preparing for landing.
5. The landing is expected to occur
between January and February of
the following year.
6. SLIM is a light and small spacecraft
developed by Mitsubishi Electric.
7. One mission goal is to demonstrate
precision landing technology.
8. The lander will use vision-based
navigation to identify a landing spot
and avoid surface obstacles.
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Bharat Drone Shakti – 2023
at IAF airbase in Hindan
Ghaziabad, from the 25th
September 2023
The Indian Air Force (IAF) and Drone
Federation of India are co-hosting Bharat
Drone Shakti – 2023. The event will take
place at the Indian Air Force airbase in
Hindan Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh from the
25th September 2023.
1. The usage of drones in India is increasing
in both military and civil domains.
2. Bharat Drone Shakti will be a two-day
event featuring over 50 live aerial
demonstrations.
3. Various types of drones, including
survey drones, agriculture drones, fire
suppression drones, and tactical
surveillance drones, will be
showcased.
4. The event will involve participation
from more than 75 drone start-ups and
corporates.
5. Expected attendance includes around
five thousand attendees, including
representatives from the central
government, state departments,
public and private industries, armed
forces, paramilitary forces, and
representatives from friendly
countries.
6. The event aims to boost India’s
commitment to becoming a global
drone hub by 2030.
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Chandrayaan 3 Rover
Pragyan Pauses Operations
on Moon, Awaits Sunrise
for Next Phase
The Indian Space Research Organisation
(ISRO) has deactivated the payloads on the
solar-powered Rover Pragyan, which is
located on the surface of the Moon. ISRO’s
mentioned that the APXS and LIBS
payloads have been turned off on 3
September 2023, and the Chandrayaan 3
Rover has been placed in sleep mode.
1. The Rover’s battery is fully charged
and is positioned to receive sunlight
at the next lunar sunrise, expected
on September 22nd.
2. ISRO hopes for a successful
reawakening of the Rover for
additional tasks. If unsuccessful,
the Rover will remain on the lunar
surface as India’s lunar ambassador.
3. Earlier, ISRO had shared a video of
the Rover moving on the lunar
surface, describing it in a playful
manner.
4. The 26 kg, six-wheeled, solar-
powered Rover has provided
important data about lunar soil and
rocks, particularly from the south
pole, where Chandrayaan 3’s
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Lander Vikram soft-landed on

August 23rd.
5. Data from the APXS payload has
confirmed the presence of
elements such as sulfur, aluminum,
silicon, calcium, and iron on the
Moon.
6. The Laser Induced Breakdown
Spectroscopy instrument has also
confirmed the presence of sulfur on
the Moon.

India’s first solar

observatory mission,
Aditya-L1, launched on
September 2, 2023
India’s first solar observatory mission,
Aditya-L1, launched on September 2, 2023,
by ISRO using PSLV C57 rocket at the
Sathish Dhawan Space Centre Sriharikota.

• PSLV C57 is the XL variant with

extended strap-on motors and
higher fuel capacity.
• Aditya-L1’s journey to reach the
Lagrange 1 point will take
approximately four months.
• Lagrange 1 point is 1.5 million km
from Earth and is where
gravitational forces between the
Sun and Earth create unique
regions of attraction and repulsion.
• Aditya-L1’s primary mission is to
study solar winds and the Sun’s
atmosphere.
• The mission is equipped with seven
payloads for observing the
photosphere, chromosphere, and
the outermost layers of the Sun,
known as the Corona.

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Sports Current 5. The Indian women’s squash team

won a bronze medal.

Affairs 6. Shooter Palak Gulia won the gold

medal in the women’s 10m air
pistol event, while Esha Singh won
silver.
7. In the men’s rifle 3-P team event,
the trio of Aishwary Pratap Singh
Tomar, Swapnil Kusale, and Akhil
Sheoran secured the gold medal.
8. Esha Singh, Palak, and Divya
grabbed a silver medal in the
women’s 10m air pistol team event.

Asian Games 2023: Day 6

Highlights : Shooter Palak
Gulia won the gold medal in
the women’s 10m air pistol
event
On 29 September 2023, Day 6 of the 2023
Asian Games, India added a total of 8 gold,
12 silver, and 13 bronze medals to their
tally, bringing their total medal count to 33.
India is currently in fourth place in the
overall standings.

1. Kiran Baliyan won a bronze medal in

women’s shot put.
2. The Indian men’s squash team
reached the team finals and will
compete against Pakistan for the
gold medal.
3. Nikhat Zareen secured her place in
the Women’s 50 kg Boxing semi-
finals, guaranteeing herself a
medal.
4. In tennis, the mixed doubles pair of
Rutuja Bhosale and Rohan Bopanna
advanced to the finals, assuring
themselves of at least a silver
medal.
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opportunity to compete for the

gold medal in the next match.
Additionally, Rohan Bopanna and
Rutuja Bhosale are assured of a
mixed doubles medal.
6. Squash Advancement: The Indian
squash teams advanced to the
semi-finals, guaranteeing at least
two medals at the 19th Asian
Games.
7. Table Tennis and Boxing: Table
tennis players Sharath Kamal,
Manika Batra, and Sathiyan
Asian Games 2023 : Day 5 Gnanasekaran won their opening
Highlights singles matches. Boxers Nishant
Dev and Jaismine Lamboria also
On 28 September 2023, the fifth day of the won their pre-quarterfinal bouts
Asian Games 2023, India achieved success and are one victory away from
in various sports, including shooting, securing medals.
wushu, and equestrian. 8. Medal Tally: India is currently
ranked fifth in the medal tally with
1. Wushu Silver: Naorem Roshibina a total of 25 medals (6 gold, 8 silver,
Devi won the women’s 60kg silver and 11 bronze) as of the fifth day of
medal in wushu, improving upon the Asian Games 2023.
her previous bronze finish at the
2018 Asian Games.
2. Shooting Gold: Shooters Sarabjot
Singh, Arjun Singh Cheema, and
Shiva Narwal secured the men’s
10m air pistol team gold,
contributing to India’s total
shooting medal count of 13 (four
gold, four silver, and five bronze).
3. Equestrian Bronze: Anush
Agarwalla earned a bronze medal in
equestrian, marking India’s first-
ever individual dressage medal at
the continental meet.
4. Hockey Victory: The Indian men’s
hockey team defeated reigning
champions Japan and claimed the
top spot in Pool A.
5. Tennis Success: The tennis pair of
Ramkumar Ramanathan and Saketh
Myneni won a bronze medal in the
men’s doubles, with the

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Asian Games 2023 : Day 4
Highlights
On the fourth day of the Asian Games 2023,
India secured a total of eight medals: 2 gold,
3 silver, and 3 bronze.
1. Indian shooters had a remarkable
performance, winning 6 medals in
shooting events.
2. Manu Bhaker, Esha Singh, and Rhythm
Sangwan won the gold medal in the
women’s 25m pistol team event.
3. Sailor Vishnu Saravanan contributed to
India’s medal tally with a bronze in the
men’s dinghy ICLA7 event.
4. Sift Kaur Samra set a world record and
won the gold medal in the 50m rifle 3
positions individual event, with Ashi
Chouksey winning bronze in the same
event. They also secured a silver in the
team event.
5. Anant Jeet Singh Naruka won the
men’s skeet individual silver medal,
and the team won a bronze.
6. Roshibina Devi Naorem assured at
least a silver medal in the women’s
60kg wushu event.
7. Nikhat Zareen advanced to the
quarter-finals in boxing, while Shiva
Thapa and Sanjeet lost in their opening
matches.
8. China leads the overall medal tally with
140 medals, followed by South Korea
with 70 medals and Japan with 66
medals. India is in seventh place with a
total of 22 medals.
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Asian Games 2023 : Day 3
Highlights
India has secured its third gold medal at the
Asian Games 2023 on 26 September 2023
in Hangzhou, China, bringing the total
medal tally to 14 medals: 3 gold, 4 silver,
and 7 bronze.
1. The gold was achieved in the
Equestrian Dressage Team event,
with the quartet of Hriday Chheda,
Anush Agarwalla, Sudipti Hajela,
and Divyakriit Singh scoring
209.205 points.
2. Neha Thakur won a silver medal in
the women’s dinghy event, marking
India’s first sailing medal in this
edition of the Asian Games.
3. Eabad Ali secured a bronze medal in
the RS:X Men’s sailing event.
4. The Indian men’s squash team won
3-0 against Qatar and earlier
against Singapore.
5. Yuki Bhambri and Ankita Raina
advanced in mixed doubles tennis,
defeating Pakistan’s pair.
6. Sumit Nagal advanced to the
quarterfinals in men’s singles
tennis.
7. Indian wushu athletes faced both
victories and defeats, with Suraj
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Yadav and Surya Bhanu Partap

Singh experiencing losses.
8. Narender Berwal won his first-
round boxing match and will face an
opponent from Iran in the
quarterfinals.
9. The Indian men’s hockey team
secured a second consecutive
victory, defeating Singapore 16-1.
10. Indian squash players Anahat Singh,
Joshana Chiappa, and Tanvi Khanna
won their opening pool matches.
11. India’s men’s volleyball team
suffered a defeat against Pakistan. Indian Women’s Cricket
12. Swimmers Aryan Nehra and Team won the gold medal at
Kushagra Rawat finished seventh
and eighth, respectively, in the the Asian Games
men’s 1500m freestyle fast heat.
13. The Indian men’s cycling team The Indian Women’s Cricket Team won the
broke the national record but lost gold medal at the Asian Games in
Hangzhou, China on September 25, 2023.
to the Republic of Korea in the team
They defeated Sri Lanka in a closely
sprint heats.
contested final match.
14. In Judo, Tulika Maan bowed out in
the quarterfinal match.
15. Seven e-sports events have been 1. Harmanpreet Kaur was the team’s
included in the Asian Games 2023, top scorer with 116 runs in 20
and Indian players Ayan Biswas and overs.
Mayank Prajapati faced losses in 2. Smriti Mandhana just missed a half-
the preliminary rounds of Street century, and she and Jemimah
Fighter V: Champion Edition. Rodrigues had a crucial partnership
of 73 runs.
3. This gold medal is India’s first in
women’s cricket at the Asian
Games.

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India become the number 1
ranked team in all three
cricket formats: Tests,
ODIs, and T20Is
India cricket team become the number 1
ranked team in all three cricket formats:
Tests, ODIs, and T20Is. India win against
Australia on September 22, 2023, by 5
wickets in first ODI of a three-match series
in Mohali.
1. In the ODI rankings, India displaced
Pakistan from the top spot.
2. India also led the T20I rankings,
with England following closely
behind.
3. In Test cricket, India held the first
position, with Australia as the
immediate second.
4. BCCI Secretary Jay Shah
congratulated Team India in a social
media post for their historic
achievement.
5. He emphasized that the rankings
reflect the team’s hard work and
pursuit of excellence on the field.
6. The achievement is particularly
notable as it occurred just before
the World Cup.
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19th Asian Games a in
Hangzhou, China, from
September 23 to October 8,
2023
The 19th Asian Games are scheduled to
take place in Hangzhou, China, from
September 23 to October 8, 2023. The event
will include a total of 61 different sporting
disciplines.
1. India is sending a 655-member
delegation to the Asian Games,
participating in 40 different sports.
2. The sport of Athletics will have the
largest Indian representation with 68
athletes.
3. Both the Indian men’s and women’s
cricket teams will make their debut in
the Asian Games.
4. A dispute has arisen between India and
China due to China’s alleged
discrimination against three athletes
from Arunachal Pradesh. India has
formally protested against China’s
refusal to grant visas and accreditation
to martial art (wushu) players from
Arunachal Pradesh.
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the anthem effectively captures the

passion and energy of India and the
fans, making the upcoming World
Cup special.
6. The Cricket World Cup is returning
to India after a gap of 12 years and
will be hosted in 10 cities.
7. The opening match on 5th October
will feature England and New
Zealand at Ahmedabad’s Narendra
Modi Stadium, while India’s first
match will be against Australia in
ICC released official Chennai.

Anthem ‘Dil Jashn Bole’ for

Men’s Cricket World Cup
2023
On 20 September 2023, the International
Cricket Council (ICC) released the official
anthem for the Men’s Cricket World Cup,
which is set to begin on 5th October 2023.

1. The theme of the anthem is “Dil

Jashn Bole,” and it features
Bollywood superstar Ranveer Singh
along with other popular social
media influencers.
2. The ICC made the official anthem
announcement on its social media
platform, X, and encouraged fans to
board the “One Day Xpress” and
join the cricket celebration.
3. The music for the anthem was
composed by Pritam, and the
singers include Pritam, Nakash Aziz,
Sreerama Chandra, Amit Mishra,
Jonita Gandhi, AKASA, and Charan.
4. The anthem’s video showcases
Ranveer Singh dancing in a train
compartment to the song “Dil
Jashan Jashan Bole,” with other
travelers joining in the dance.
5. Claire Furlong, ICC General
Manager – Marketing and
Communications, mentioned that
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ISSF World Cup 2023 : India won the Asia Cup in

Indian shooter Elavenil cricket by defeating Sri
Valarivan wins Gold medal Lanka
in women’s 10 metre air India won the Asia Cup in cricket by
rifle event defeating Sri Lanka in the final on 17
September in Columbo.
Indian shooter Elavenil Valarivan secured
the gold medal in the women’s 10-meter air 1. Sri Lanka chose to bat first but could
rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2023 held
only manage to score a mere 50
in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, on September 18,
runs in 15.2 overs.
2023.
2. India’s Mohammed Siraj was the
star performer, taking six wickets,
1. Elavenil Valarivan achieved a score of while Hardik Pandya contributed
252.2 in the final round, shooting 24
with three wickets, and Jasprit
shots, and narrowly defeated France’s
Oceanne Muller.
Bumrah took one.
2. A total of eight shooters qualified 3. India successfully chased down the
for the final round of the target of 51 runs in just 6.1 overs.
competition. 4. Ishan Kishan (23 not out) and
3. This victory marked Elavenil Shubman Gill (27 not out) were the
Valarivan’s second individual ISSF unbeaten batsmen for India.
World Cup medal. 5. Mohammed Siraj was awarded the
4. In the qualification round, Elavenil player of the match, and Kuldeep
Valarivan finished 9th with a score of Yadav was named the player of the
630.5. Tournament.
5. The Rio meet was the last rifle and
pistol ISSF World Cup event of 2023.
6. Following the Rio event, the ISSF World
Cup finals are scheduled to take place
in Doha, Qatar, from November 18 to
27.
7. India was represented by a 16-
member squad at the ISSF World
Cup.
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Subroto Cup International
Football Tournament from
19th September 2023
The 62nd edition of the Subroto Cup
International Football Tournament is
scheduled to take place starting from 19th
September 2023.
1. A total of 109 teams representing 27
States and Union Territories will
participate in the tournament.
2. The tournament includes Under-17
Junior Boys and Girls competitions to
be held in Delhi and Gurugram, along
with an Under-14 Sub Junior Boys
Competition set in Bengaluru.
3. The primary goal of the tournament is
to promote football at the grassroots
level, as mentioned by Air Marshal R K
Anand and Vice Chairman Subroto
Mukherjee Sports Education Society
during a press conference in New
Delhi.
4. Teams from Bangladesh and Nepal will also
take part in the Subroto Cup International
Football Tournament.
5. The tournament is named after Air
Marshal Subroto Mukerjee, who initiated
the idea to promote sports at the
grassroots level.
6. The Subroto Cup is a prestigious annual
inter-school football tournament that
began in 1960.
7. It features champion school teams
from all Indian states as well as teams
from foreign countries, making it a
unique and competitive event.
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India defeat Sri Lanka by 41
runs to qualify for Asia Cup
final
On Tuesday, 12 September 2023, India
defeated Sri Lanka by 41 runs in the Cricket
Asia Cup, 2023 match at R.Premadasa
Stadium, Colombo and book a place in the
final.
1. India played against Sri Lanka in the
Super Four – Match 4 of the Asia
Cup, 2023 on September 12, 2023.
2. India won the toss and chose to bat
first.
3. In their batting inning (Inning-1),
India scored a total of 213 runs
while losing 10 wickets in 49.1
overs.
4. In the second inning (Inning-2), Sri
Lanka managed to score 172 runs
but lost all their wickets in 41.3
overs.
5. India defeated Sri Lanka by a margin
of 41 runs.
6. D. Wellalage of Sri Lanka was
awarded the Player of the Match
for scoring 42 runs in 46 balls and
taking 5 wickets while conceding 40
runs in 10.0 overs.
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India defeated Pakistan by
228 runs in the Super Four
stage of the Asia Cup
Cricket ODI
India defeated Pakistan by 228 runs in the
Super Four stage of the Asia Cup Cricket
ODI. The match took place at the R
Premadasa Stadium in Colombo on
September 11, following several rain delays
since Sunday.
1. India displayed dominance both with
the bat and the ball, setting a victory
target of 357 runs and restricting
Pakistan to 128 all out in 32 overs.
2. Virat Kohli and KL Rahul scored
centuries, with Kohli contributing 122
runs off 94 balls and Rahul scoring 111
runs off 106 balls.
3. Kohli achieved the milestone of
becoming the fastest player to reach
13,000 ODI runs, surpassing Sachin
Tendulkar’s record, accomplishing this
feat in just 267 innings.
4. This century marked Kohli’s 47th in
One-Day Internationals.
5. Openers Rohit Sharma (56 runs) and
Shubman Gill (58 runs) provided India
with a strong start in the match.
6. Kuldeep Yadav took 5 wickets for India.
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Coco Gauff won Women’s
Singles title at the US Open
tennis tournament 2023
Coco Gauff won her maiden Women’s
Singles title at the US Open tennis
tournament. She defeated Aryna Sabalenka
in the title match on 10 September 2023 in
New York.
1. Gauff’s victory came after a hard-
fought match, with a final score of
2-6, 6-3, 6-2.
2. Within a span of 40 days, Gauff won
three significant titles and won 18
out of her 19 previous matches.
3. Her previous titles were at the
Washington Open and Cincinnati
Open in August.
4. Coco Gauff, age 19 years is the first
American teenager to win the US
Open singles title in the 21st
century.
5. She is only the third American
overall to achieve this feat in the
history of the tournament.
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Novak Djokovic win his
fourth US Open and his 24th
Grand Slam singles title
Novak Djokovic defeated Daniil Medvedev
in straight sets on September 10, 2023,
winning his fourth US Open and his 24th
Grand Slam singles title at the Arthur Ashe
Stadium in New York. He defeated
Medvedev 6-3, 7-6, 6-3 in the final.
• Djokovic became the oldest men’s
champion in New York in the Open
era at the age of 36.
• This win also matched Margaret
Court’s all-time record for the
Grandest Slam victories.
• Djokovic is the first man to win
three Grand Slam events in the
same season four times.
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Rajeev Ram and Joe
Salisbury Secure US Open
Men’s Doubles Title,
Beating Bopanna and Ebden
in Thrilling Final
Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden lost
the men’s doubles final at the US Open on
September 8, 2023. They were defeated by
the two-time defending champions, Rajeev
Ram and Joe Salisbury, in a closely
contested match.
1. The final score was 6-2, 3-6, 6-4, and
the match lasted for an hour and 38
minutes.
2. This was the first Grand Slam final
appearance for the Indo-Australian
pair of Bopanna and Ebden.
3. Rohan Bopanna, at the age of 43, was
aiming for his maiden men’s doubles
major title but had to settle for his
second runner-up finish at Flushing
Meadows. He had previously lost the
2010 final with Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi.
4. Matthew Ebden missed the
opportunity to become the first
Australian man to win the US Open
doubles title since Todd Woodbridge in
2004.
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Indian men’s table tennis
team qualify for the Paris
2024 Olympics
Indian men’s table tennis team won a
bronze medal at the Asian Table Tennis
Championships 2023 on 7 September 2023.
1. They were defeated by Chinese
Taipei in the semi-finals in
Pyeongchang, South Korea.
2. The Indian team consisted of
Sharath Kamal, Harmeet Desai, and
Sathiyan Gnanasekaran.
3. They lost 0-3 in the semi-final
match.
4. Both losing semi-finalists receive
bronze medals in the competition.
5. The Asian Table Tennis
Championships 2023 served as a
qualifier for the Paris 2024
Olympics.
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Rohit Sharma to lead the
Indian Cricket team in the
2023 ODI World Cup
BCCI announced the 15-member cricket
squad for the 2023 World Cup in a
conference held in Mumbai on September
5, 2023. Rohit Sharma will lead the Indian
team in the 2023 ODI World Cup, with
Hardik Pandya as his deputy.
1. KL Rahul and Shreyas Iyer, who
returned to the team after recovering
from injuries, are part of the squad.
2. Other key players in India’s core team
include Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill,
Jasprit Bumrah, Ravindra Jadeja,
Shardul Thakur, Mohammed Siraj, and
Kuldeep Yadav.
3. India is aiming to win their second ODI
World Cup on home soil, with their last
victory in 2011 under the captaincy of
MS Dhoni.
4. The full team consists of Rohit Sharma
(Captain), Hardik Pandya (vice-
captain), Shubman Gill, Virat Kohli,
Shreyas Iyer, KL Rahul, Ravindra Jadeja,
Shardul Thakur, Jasprit Bumrah,
Mohammed Siraj, Kuldeep Yadav,
Mohammed Shami, Axar Patel, Ishan
Kishan, and Suryakumar Yadav.
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Durand Cup 2023 final :
Mohun Bagan SG defeated
East Bengal FC
The final of the Durand Cup 2023 took
place on September 3 at the Vivekananda
Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake
Stadium) in Kolkata. The final was
contested between arch rivals Mohun
Bagan Super Giant and East Bengal
Football Club. Mohun Bagan SG won their
17th Durand Cup title with a 1-0 victory.
1. Dimitri Petratos of Mohun Bagan
scored a goal in the 71st minute.
2. Despite having more possession
and shots on target, East Bengal FC
failed to convert their chances and
also had a penalty appeal turned
down in the second half.
3. Mohun Bagan SG played with 10
men for the last 15 minutes of the
match after their defender
Gurjinder Kumar was sent off for a
second yellow card.
4. The Durand Cup is the oldest
football tournament in Asia and the
third oldest in the world.
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India won Men’s Hockey 5s
Asia Cup 2023 by defeating
Pakistan
India won the inaugural Men’s Hockey 5s
Asia Cup 2023 by defeating Pakistan in a
penalty shootout in the final on 2nd
September 2023 in Salalah, Oman.
1. This victory also secured India’s
qualification for the FIH Men’s
Hockey5s World Cup Oman 2024.
2. It was the first edition of the Men’s
Hockey 5s Asia Cup and served as
the qualifying event for the FIH
Men’s Hockey5s World Cup Oman
2024.
3. Eight teams participated, divided
into two pools: Elite and Challenge.
4. India emerged as the champion by
defeating Pakistan in a thrilling final
that ended in a 4-4 draw and was
decided by a shootout.
5. India won the shootout 2-0 and
clinched the title.
6. Along with India and Pakistan,
Japan and Oman also secured
berths in the World Cup by finishing
in the top four positions.
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Mohun Bagan and East
Bengal in the Durand Cup
final
Mohun Bagan and East Bengal faced
each other in the Durand Cup final on
September 3, 2023 at the Vivekananda
Yuba Bharati Krirangan (Salt Lake
Stadium) in Kolkata.
• East Bengal reached
the Durand Cup final, defeating
NorthEast United FC 5-3 on
penalties in the first semi-final
• Mohun Bagan beat FC Goa 2-1 in
the 2nd semifinal on 31 August.
The last time the two teams met in the
summit clash of the tournament was in
2004, where East Bengal walked away
with the title, becoming the joint-most
successful team in the tournament, with
each side having 16 titles each.
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First Uttar Pradesh
International Trade Show in
Greater Noida from 21 to 25
September 2023
President Droupadi Murmu inaugurated the
first Uttar Pradesh International Trade
Show in Greater Noida on September 21,
2023. The event is being held at the India
Expo Mart in Knowledge Park of Greater
Noida and will run until September 25,
2023.
• The trade show aims to provide
international exposure and market
opportunities for products,
specialties, cuisine, and culture of
Uttar Pradesh.
• More than 400 participants from
over 60 countries have registered
for the event.
• Over 2000 exhibitors will showcase
products across various sectors,
including automobiles, handicrafts,
healthcare, food processing,
pharmaceuticals, dairy, electronics,
and e-commerce.
• The trade show is an initiative to
bring together products from Uttar
Pradesh for a larger market.
• It features products such as ODOP
(One District One Product) products
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and GI-Tag products manufactured

in Uttar Pradesh.
• The event facilitates connections
between B2B and B2C buyers from
India and abroad.
• It includes conferences, demos, live
performances, and awards to
facilitate business deals and honor
outstanding products.
• The event offers enterprises in
Uttar Pradesh an opportunity to
showcase their products, expand
their reach, and connect with a
wider customer base.
• Various sectors, including
agriculture, defense corridor, e-
commerce, education, film, food
processing, health & wellness,
IT/ITES, MSMEs, renewable energy,
sports, tourism & hospitality, toy
association, warehouse & logistics,
and women entrepreneurs, are
expected to be represented at the
event.
Confirmed cases of Nipah
Virus (NiV) found in Kerala
1. In Kerala, three individuals have
tested positive for the Nipah virus,
confirmed by the National Institute
of Virology, Pune on 12 September
2023.
2. Among the confirmed cases, a 40-
year-old man has died, and two
others are undergoing treatment in
Kozhikode. One of the patients is a
critically ill 9-year-old boy who is on
life support.
3. It is suspected that a person who
died last month due to comorbid
conditions may have also been
positive for the Nipah virus, as they
were close relatives of those
currently under treatment.
4. Three central teams, including a
mobile team from the National
Institute of Virology (NIV), are
scheduled to arrive in Kerala to
assess the situation.
5. The State Animal Husbandry and
Forest Departments will conduct a
survey of bat habitats as part of the
response.

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Nipah virus (NiV)

Nipah virus is a zoonotic disease with initial
symptoms including fever, headache, and
respiratory issues. It can spread through
infected animals, contaminated food, or
person-to-person contact. First identified in
Malaysia in 1999, it has caused outbreaks
in Bangladesh and India.

There’s no specific treatment or vaccine,

and supportive care is the main approach.
The World Health Organization considers it
a priority for research and development due
to its potential for outbreaks.
Country’s first solar city
inaugurated in Sanchi of
Madhya Pradesh
Country’s first solar city, Sanch, Madhya
Pradesh has been inaugurated by state Chief
Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan on 6
September 2023.

1. Sanchi Solar City is expected to

annually reduce approximately 13,747
tonnes of carbon dioxide emissions,
equivalent to more than 2 lakh adult
trees. It will also result in an annual
saving of more than 7 crore rupees in
energy-related expenses for the
government and citizens.
2. Prime Minister Narendra Modi has set
a target to develop a solar city in every
state of India by 2070, aligning with the
national goal for sustainable energy.
3. Efforts have been made to attract
tourism to Sanchi by reducing
environmental pollution through the
implementation of eco-friendly
facilities.
4. The city has introduced battery-
operated e-rickshaws and garbage
vehicles, contributing to eco-friendly
transportation. Additionally, e-vehicle
charging stations have been installed
to promote electric vehicle usage.

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Miscellaneous Ramon Magsaysay Award

The Ramon Magsaysay Award, established
Current Affairs in 1957, is renowned for recognizing
individuals who display integrity in
governance, provide courageous service to
the people, and demonstrate pragmatic
idealism in democratic societies. It is often
likened to the Nobel Prize of Asia.

Dr. R Ravi Kannan, a

surgical oncologist from
Assam, wins Ramon
Magsaysay Award 2023
Dr. R Ravi Kannan, a surgical
oncologist from Assam, has been
honored with the Ramon Magsaysay
Award 2023.

1. He received the award for his

significant contributions in
transforming cancer treatment in
Assam, particularly through his
people-centered and pro-poor
initiatives.
2. Dr. Kannan previously worked at
the Cancer Institute in Chennai and
later moved to Silchar in 2007 to
become a part of the Cachar Cancer
Hospital.
3. The Ramon Magsaysay Award
Foundation made the
announcement of this prestigious
award recently.

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Current Affairs MCQ Questions: 1 to 30 September 2023

Q.: What is the objective of the ‘Ek Tareekh, Ek Ghanta, Ek Saath’ Campaign”,
a mega cleanliness drive?
a) To celebrate Diwali
b) To commemorate Gandhi Jayanti
c) To promote cricket
d) To encourage shopping

Answer: b) To commemorate Gandhi Jayanti

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Q.: Which event did Shooter Palak Gulia win a gold medal in at the Asian
Games?
a) Women’s shot put
b) Men’s squash
c) Women’s 10m air pistol
d) Men’s rifle 3-P team

Answer: c) Women’s 10m air pistol

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Q.: What is the name of the week-long programme launched by PM Modi on

September 30, 2023 to Enhancing governance at the block level?
a) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
b) Sankalp Saptaah
c) Aspirational Blocks Initiative
d) Bharat Mandapam Programme

Answer: b) Sankalp Saptaah

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Q.: In which sector did MS Swaminathan bring about a social revolution in

India during the 1960s?
a) Education
b) Healthcare
c) Agriculture
d) Technology

Answer: c) Agriculture
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Q.: Who is participating in the Bhartiya Bhasha Utsav, commenced on

September 28, 2023, in Lucknow?
a) Bollywood actors
b) Padma Shree awardees and representatives of Indian languages
c) International diplomats
d) Scientists and researchers

Ans : b) Padma Shree awardees and representatives of Indian languages

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Q.: Which sport did Naorem Roshibina Devi win a silver medal in at the Asian
Games 2023?
a) Shooting
b) Equestrian
c) Wushu
d) Hockey

Ans : c) Wushu
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Q.: What is India’s rank in the Global Innovation Index for the year 2023?
a) 81st
b) 40th
c) 132nd
d) 23rd

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Ans : b) 40th
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Q.: Who shattered the world record to win the 50m rifle 3 positions
individual gold medal in Asian Games 2023?
a) Manu Bhaker
b) Vishnu Saravanan
c) Sift Kaur Samra
d) Anant Jeet Singh Naruka

Ans : c) Sift Kaur Samra

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Q.: What is the proposed route for the government’s plan to establish an
electric highway?
a) Mumbai to Pune
b) Delhi to Jaipur
c) Bangalore to Chennai|
d) Kolkata to Patna

Ans : b) Delhi to Jaipur

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Q,: What is the current situation in Manipur that has prompted concerns
about security and the resurgence of insurgent groups?
a) Political protests
b) Natural disasters
c) Ethnic violence
d) Economic growth

Ans : c) Ethnic violence

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Q.: Which city was awarded the Best Smart City in India at the India Smart
Cities Conclave 2023?
a) Mumbai
b) New Delhi
c) Indore
d) Bengaluru

Ans : c) Indore
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Question: What is the theme of World Tourism Day 2023?

a) “Tourism and Cultural Diversity”
b) “Sustainable Tourism for a Better Tomorrow”
c) “Tourism and Green Investment”
d) “Exploring New Horizons in Tourism”

Ans : c) “Tourism and Green Investment”

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Q.: Which departments does M. Rajeshwar Rao handle in his role as Deputy
Governor of RBI?
a) Finance and Accounts
b) Human Resources and Administration
c) Regulation, Communication, Enforcement, Legal, and Risk Monitoring
d) Research and Policy Analysis

Ans : c) Regulation, Communication, Enforcement, Legal, and Risk Monitoring

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Q.: Which quartet secured the gold medal in the Equestrian Dressage Team
event at the Asian Games 2023?
a) Hriday Chheda, Anush Agarwalla, Sudipti Hajela, and Divyakriit Singh
b) Neha Thakur, Eabad Ali, Saurav Ghosal, and Abhay Singh
c) Yuki Bhambri, Ankita Raina, Mahesh Mangaonkar, and Surya Bhanu Partap
Singh
d) Suraj Yadav, Narender Berwal, Tulika Maan, and Ayan Biswas

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Answer: a) Hriday Chheda, Anush Agarwalla, Sudipti Hajela, and Divyakriit

Singh
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Q.: Who is the recipient of the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement

Award in 2023?
a) Amitabh Bachchan
b) Shah Rukh Khan
c) Waheeda Rehman
d) Dilip Kumar

Ans : c) Waheeda Rehman

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Q.: Which Women’s Cricket Team won the gold medal at the Asian Games in
Hangzhou, China ?”
a) Indian Women’s Cricket Team
b) China Women’s Cricket Team
c) Sri Lankan Women’s Cricket Team
d) Pakistani Women’s Cricket Team

Answer is: a) Indian Women’s Cricket Team

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Q.: Who will manufacture and assemble the majority of the C-295 aircraft in
India?
a) Airbus
b) Boeing
c) Tata Advanced Systems
d) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL)

Ans : c) Tata Advanced Systems

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Q.: Which two organizations collaborated on the project for green hydrogen
fuel cell buses?
a) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Toyota
b) Tata Motors and Hyundai
c) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Tata Motors
d) Tata Motors and Suzuki

Ans : c) Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) and Tata Motors

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Q.: What is the main objective of the Rozgar Mela as mentioned in the
information?
a) To promote cultural activities
b) To distribute government grants
c) To provide career counseling
d) To generate employment opportunities

Ans : d) To generate employment opportunities

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Q.: Which safety and convenience feature is available in all coaches of the
Vande Bharat Express?
a) On-Board Hotspot Wi-Fi
b) GPS-based Audio-Visual Passenger Information System
c) Automatic Doors
d) Intelligent Braking System

Answer: c) Automatic Doors

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Q.: What is the primary objective of the “India-UN Capacity Building

Initiative” launched on September 24, 2023?
a) To share India’s recipes with partner countries
b) To promote tourism in India
c) To develop new technology
d) To share India’s development experiences and expertise with Global South
countries
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Answer : d) To share India’s development experiences and expertise with

Global South countries
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Q.: Which infantry regiment is the lead battalion from the Indian side in the
19th edition of YUDH ABHYAS in Alaska, USA?
a) Rajputana Rifles
b) MARATHA Light Infantry Regiment
c) Punjab Regiment
d) Gurkha Rifles

b) MARATHA Light Infantry Regiment

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Q.: When and where will Bharat Drone Shakti-2023 be co-hosted by the
Indian Air Force and the Drone Federation of India?
a) New Delhi, India, in October 2023
b) Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, in September 2023
c) Mumbai, Maharashtra, in November 2023
d) Bengaluru, Karnataka, in August 2023

Answer : b) Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh, in September 2023

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Q.: In which city and country is the Asian Games in 2023 being held?
a) In Tokyo, Japan
b) In Hangzhou, China
c) In Beijing, China
d) In Mumbai, India

Answer: b) In Hangzhou, China

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Q.: Which organized the International Lawyers Conference in New Delhi ?

a) United Nations
b) International Court of Justice
c) Bar Council of India
d) American Bar Association

Answer : c) Bar Council of India

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Q.: Who is the Chief Minister of Goa?

a) Shri Sarbananda Sonowal
b) Shri Pramod Sawant
c) Shri Shripad Naik
d) Shri Rohan Khaunte

Answer: b) Shri Pramod Sawant

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Q.: Which team did India displace to become the number 1 ranked team in
ODI cricket?
a) England
b) Australia
c) Pakistan
d) South Africa

Answer : c) Pakistan
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Q.: What is the primary purpose of Uttar Pradesh International Trade Show
(UPITS) held in Greater Noida from 21 to 25 September 2023?
a) To promote local tourism
b) To showcase international products
c) To provide market opportunities for Uttar Pradesh products
d) To facilitate cultural exchanges

Ans : c) To provide market opportunities for Uttar Pradesh products

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Q.: What is unique about SIMBEX in comparison to other naval exercises

conducted by the Indian Navy?
a. It involves more countries.
b. It focuses exclusively on submarine warfare.
c. It is the longest-running naval exercise with a specific country.
d. It takes place annually in Singapore.

Ans : c. It is the longest-running naval exercise with a specific country.

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Q.: Which legislative bodies are covered by the Women’s Reservation Bill?
a. Lok Sabha, State Legislative Councils, and Municipal Corporations
b. Rajya Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and Panchayati Raj Institutions
c. Lok Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and Delhi Assembly
d. Gram Panchayats, Zila Parishads, and Municipalities

Ans : c. Lok Sabha, State Legislative Assemblies, and Delhi Assembly

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Q.: The award ceremony of ‘Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar’ will be held on

August 23 every year. What is the significance of that date?
a. National Mathematics Day.
b. National Environmental Day.
c. National Space Day.
d. National Innovation Day.

Ans : c. National Space Day.

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Q.: What is the theme of the official anthem for the Men’s Cricket World Cup
2023?
a) Cricket Fever
b) Jashn Bole
c) Dil Jashn Bole
d) Cricket Celebration

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Ans : c) Dil Jashn Bole

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Q.: Who will co-host the IPACC alongside Chief of Indian Army Staff General
Manoj Pande?
a) The Chief of Air Staff
b) The Chief of Naval Staff
c) Chief-of-Staff of the US Army General James C McConville
d) The Chief of the Indian Coast Guard

Ans : c) Chief-of-Staff of the US Army General James C McConville

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Q.: What was the trigger for the escalation in tensions between India and
Canada?
a) A trade dispute
b) The assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar
c) A diplomatic visit
d) A cultural exchange program

Ans : b) The assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

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Q.: What is the official name of the Women’s Reservation Bill?

a) Women’s Empowerment Bill
b) Gender Equality Bill
c) Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam
d) Reservation for Women Act

Ans : c) Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam

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Q.: What is the official UNESCO designation for Hoysala temples in Belur,
Halebidu, and Somanathapur, Karnataka?

A) Hoysala Heritage Temples

B) Temples of Karnataka Excellence
C) Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas in Karnataka
D) Karnataka’s Ancient Temples

Answer: C) Sacred Ensembles of the Hoysalas in Karnataka, India

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Q.: The old Parliament building in New Delhi officially renamed as

………………………………………?

A) Rajya Sabha Bhavan

B) Lok Sabha Sadan
C) Samvidhan Sadan
D) Old Sansad Sadan

Answer: C) Samvidhan Sadan

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Q.: Who is the Chairman of University Grant Commission (UGC) ?

A) M Jagadesh Kumar
B) Ramesh Pokhriyal Nishank
C) Amit Khare
D) K Kasturirangan

Ans : A) M Jagadesh Kumar

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Question: What is the primary objective of the Women’s Reservation Bill

introduced in the Lok Sabha?

A) To increase the number of seats in Parliament

B) To provide one-third reservation for women in Parliament and state
assemblies
C) To provide one-third reservation for women in government jobs
D) To provide one-third reservation for women in Panchayat

Answer: B) To provide one-third reservation for women in Parliament and state

assemblies
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Q.: Who won the gold medal in the women’s 10-meter air rifle event at the
ISSF World Cup 2023?
a) Elavenil Valarivan
b) Oceanne Muller
c) Deepali Deshpande
d) Nivetha Paramanantham

Answer: a) Elavenil Valarivan

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Q.: On which day of the Hindu calendar does Ganesh Chaturthi begin?
a) Fourth day (Chaturthi) of Shravana
b) Second day (Dwitiya) of Bhadrapada
c) Third day (Tritiya) of Kartika
d) Fourth day (Chaturthi) of Bhadrapada

Ans : d) Fourth day (Chaturthi) of Bhadrapada

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Q.: Who founded Shantiniketan?

a) Jawaharlal Nehru
b) Mahatma Gandhi
c) Rabindranath Tagore
d) Sardar Patel
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Ans : c) Rabindranath Tagore

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Q.: Who is the architect of the New Parliament Building?

a) Raj Pal Reval
b) Bimal Patel
c) Anupama S Kundoo
d) B V Doshi

Ans : b) Bimal Patel

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Q.: Who was named the player of the series in the Asia Cup 2023?
a) Mohammed Siraj
b) Kuldeep Yadav
c) Ishan Kishan
d) Shubman Gill

b) Kuldeep Yadav
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Q.: Where is the International Convention and Expo Centre, Yashobhoomi

located?
a) Mumbai
b) Chennai
c) New Delhi
d) Bangalore

c) New Delhi
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Q.: When will the regular business of the special session of parliament in the
new building commence?
a) 18 September 2023
b) 19 September 2023
c) 20 September 2023
d) 21 September 2023
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Ans : 19 September 2023

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Q.: What is the primary objective of the PM Vishwakarma Scheme?
a) Promoting modern industries
b) Preserving traditional crafts and supporting artisans
c) Enhancing agricultural productivity
d) Boosting the tourism sector

Ans : b) Preserving traditional crafts and supporting artisans

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Q.: What is the primary role of the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) in the
Indian Ministry of Defence?
a) Making decisions on foreign policy
b) Approving annual defense budgets
c) Deciding on new policies and capital acquisitions for the armed forces
d) Conducting military exercises

Ans : c) Deciding on new policies and capital acquisitions for the armed forces
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Q.: What is the significance of the Sangeet Natak Akademi Amrit Awards?
a) Recognizing young talent in the performing arts
b) Celebrating international artists
c) Honoring artists above the age of 75
d) Showcasing the diverse culture of India

d) Showcasing the diverse culture of India

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Q.: What are the statutory functions of the Enforcement Directorate (ED)
primarily responsible for?
a) Tax collection
b) Investigating corruption cases
c) Investigating money laundering and foreign exchange violations
d) Conducting cybercrime investigations

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c) Investigating money laundering and foreign exchange violations

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Q.: Hindi is one of how many scheduled languages in India?

A. 11
B. 18
C. 22
D. 30

Ans : C. 22
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Q.: Why is the presence of methane and carbon dioxide significant on K2-18
b?
A. It suggests the planet has a toxic atmosphere.
B. It indicates the planet is too hot for life.
C. It supports the hypothesis of a hydrogen-rich atmosphere and water ocean.
D. It suggests the planet is entirely covered in ice.

Answer:C. It supports the hypothesis of a hydrogen-rich atmosphere and water

ocean.
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Q.: What is the main purpose of the Supreme Court of India joining the
National Judicial Data Grid (NJDG)?
A. To improve its internal data management
B. To enhance transparency and accountability in the judiciary
C. To automate court proceedings
D. To streamline administrative tasks

Ans : B. To enhance transparency and accountability in the judiciary

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Q.: What is the significance of India issuing Internationally Accepted OIML

Certificates?
A. It allows international manufacturers to sell their products in India.
B. It enables Indian manufacturers to market their measuring instruments
globally.
C. It reduces the need for measuring instruments in India.
D. It standardizes domestic measurement units.

Ans : B. It enables Indian manufacturers to market their measuring instruments

globally.
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Q.: What is the primary goal of the e-Courts Mission Mode Project?

a) Reducing court cases

b) Improving access to justice using technology
c) Increasing the number of physical courts
d) Enhancing security in court complexes

Ans :b) Improving access to justice using technology

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Q.: Recently, the Indian Air Force received a C-295 aircraft from Airbus. What
type of aircraft is it?
a) Fighter jet
b) Transport
c) Space traveler
d) Trainer

Ans : b) Transport
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Q.: What is the purpose of the PM Ujjwala Yojana?

a) Supporting LPG suppliers
b) Providing free LPG connections to women
c) Reducing LPG prices
d) Enhancing LPG cylinder safety

Ans : b) Providing free LPG connections to women

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Q.: Which age groups participate in the Subroto Cup International Football
Tournament?
A. U-14 years and U-17 years
B. U-16 years and U-19 years
C. U-18 years and U-21 years
D. U-20 years and U-23 years

Ans : A. U-14 years and U-17 years

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Q.: Which government scheme introduced the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme
in November 2015?
a) Gold Reserve Scheme
b) Gold Monetisation Scheme
c) Gold Investment Initiative
d) Gold Security Program

Ans : b) Gold Monetisation Scheme

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Q.: Which of the following animal species is a natural reservoir for Nipah
virus (NiV)?
A. Pigs
B. Bats
C. Dogs
D. Cows

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Answer: B. Bats
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Q.: What are the three categories of Padma Awards?

a) Gold, Silver, and Bronze
b) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri
c) National, State, and Local
d) Civilian, Military, and Police

b) Padma Vibhushan, Padma Bhushan, and Padma Shri

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Q.: Which teams are participating in the ongoing Asia Cup tournament?
a) India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and UAE
b) India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Oman
c) India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Nepal
d) India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Maldives

Answer: b) India, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Afghanistan, and Oman

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Q.: Who won the Women’s Singles title at the US Open tennis tournament?
a) Aryna Sabalenka
b) Coco Gauff
c) Serena Williams
d) Naomi Osaka

Ans : b) Coco Gauff

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Q.: What was the main focus of the discussion between Prime Minister Modi
and the Crown Prince of Saudi Arabia?
a) Cultural exchanges
b) Economic corridor with Europe
c) Sports partnerships
d) Environmental cooperation

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Ans : b) Economic corridor with Europe

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Q.: Which country was the first in the world to incorporate Farmers’ Rights
within the context of Plant Variety Registration?
a) United States
b) China
c) India
d) Brazil

Ans : c) India
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Q.: Who became the fastest to reach 13,000 ODI runs ?

a) Rohit Sharma
b) KL Rahul
c) Sachin Tendulkar
d) Virat Kohli

Ans : d) Virat Kohli

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Q.: How does India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) plan to

achieve its connectivity goals?
A) By launching a space exploration program
B) By building an extensive highway network
C) By establishing a railway network linked through ports
D) By developing underwater tunnels

Answer: C) By establishing a railway network linked through ports

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Q.: Who won the 2023 US Open 2023 men’s single title?
a) Novak Djokovic
b) Daniil Medvedev
c) Rafael Nadal
d) Roger Federer
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Answer: a) Novak Djokovic

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Q.: Who assumed the G20 Presidency from India at the 18th G20 Summit
held in New Delhi?”
a) Narendra Modi
b) Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva
c) Xi Jinping
d) Vladimir Putin

Ans : b) Luiz Inacio Lula Da Silva

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Q.: India’s first solar mission, Aditya L1 was launched on 2nd September from
?
a) Bengaluru
b) Port Blair
c) Sriharikota
d) Mauritius

Ans : c) Sriharikota
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Q.: What is the primary reason for the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) gradually
reducing the incremental cash reserve ratio (ICRR) requirement for banks?
A) To encourage banks to deposit more funds with RBI.
B) To address a shortage of liquidity in the banking system.
C) To prevent excess liquidity from contributing to inflation.
D) To generate more revenue for the central bank.

Answer: C) To prevent excess liquidity from contributing to inflation.

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Q.: What record did “Jawan,” the Hindi action film starring Shah Rukh Khan,
achieve upon its release?
A) It became the highest-grossing Hindi film of all time.
B) It was the first Hindi film to cross Rs 100 crore in one day.
C) It broke the record for the highest worldwide collection on its opening day.
D) It featured a never-before-seen cast ensemble in Bollywood.

Answer: C) It broke the record for the highest worldwide collection on its
opening day.
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Q.: Who won the men’s doubles final at the 2023 US Open, defeating Rohan
Bopanna and Matthew Ebden?
A) Rohan Bopanna and Matthew Ebden
B) Aisam-ul-Haq Qureshi and Joe Salisbury
C) Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury
D) Todd Woodbridge and Rajeev Ram

Answer: C) Rajeev Ram and Joe Salisbury

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Question: What medal did the Indian men’s table tennis team win at the
Asian Table Tennis Championships 2023?
A) Gold
B) Silver
C) Bronze
D) None

Answer: C) Bronze
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Question: Which nation launched the lunar lander “SLIM” on September 7,

2023, with the aim of achieving a soft landing on the moon’s surface?
A) China
B) India
C) Japan
D) Russia
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Answer: C) Japan
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Question: Which organization introduced new payment options on the

Unified Payment Interface (UPI)?
A) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)
B) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)
C) Indian Ministry of Finance
D) State Bank of India (SBI)

Answer: B) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

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Question: What was the theme of the ASEAN Summit that Prime Minister
Narendra Modi attended in 2023?
A) “Asia’s Century: Building a Rule-Based World Order”
B) “ASEAN-India Partnership: A Decade of Progress”
C) “ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth”
D) “Global South Unite: Addressing Shared Challenges”

Answer: C) “ASEAN Matters: Epicentrum of Growth”

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Q.: Who is co-hosting the Bharat Drone Shakti – 2023 event with Drone
Federation of India?
a) Indian Army
b) Indian Air Force (IAF)
c) Indian Navy
d) Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO)

Ans : b) Indian Air Force (IAF)

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Q.: Which Indian states are involved in the Cauvery water dispute?
a) Tamil Nadu and Kerala
b) Karnataka and Andhra Pradesh
c) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry
d) Maharashtra and Gujarat

Ans : c) Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Kerala, and Puducherry

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Q.: When does the 48th Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) start and
end in 2023?
a) September 1 to September 10
b) September 7 to September 17
c) August 30 to September 5
d) September 15 to September 25

Ans : b) September 7 to September 17

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Q.: The world’s tallest Nataraja statue has been installed at which place?
a) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi
b) Swamimalai, Tamil Nadu
c) Thanjavur District, Tamil Nadu
d) Mumbai, Maharashtra

Answer: a) Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

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Q.: Who will lead the Indian cricket team in the 2023 ODI World Cup?
a) Virat Kohli
b) Hardik Pandya
c) KL Rahul
d) Rohit Sharma

Ans : d) Rohit Sharma

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Q.: What is the name of the country’s first solar city inaugurated in Madhya
Pradesh?
a) Indore solar gram
b) Bhopal, Sun city
c) Gwalior, Sun roof
d) Sanchi Solar City

Ans : d) Sanchi Solar City

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Q.: Teachers’ Day is celebrated on September 5th every year to

commemorate the birth anniversary of whom?”
a) Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
b) Rabindranath Tagore
c) Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan
d) Swami Vivekananda

Ans : c) Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan

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Q: Which of the following countries is not a member of ASEAN?

A) Vietnam
B) Cambodia
C) Taiwan
D) Laos

Answer: C) Taiwan
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Q. : What is the G-20 Summit?

a) A meeting of 20 countries to discuss global trade
b) An annual gathering of leaders from 19 countries and the European Union
c) A financial conference for world leaders
d) A summit to address climate change issues

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Ans : b) An annual gathering of leaders from 19 countries and the European

Union
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Q.: What is the name of India’s first solar observatory mission launched on
September 2, 2023?
a) Aditya-L1
b) Chandrayaan-2
c) Mangalyaan
d) Astrosat

Ans : a) Aditya-L1
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Question: Which team won the inaugural Men’s Hockey 5s Asia Cup 2023 and
secured qualification for the FIH Men’s Hockey5s World Cup Oman 2024?
A) Pakistan
B) India
C) Japan
D) Oman

Answer: B) India
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Q.: Which team won 2023 Durand Cup final?”

a) East Bengal FC
b) Mohun Bagan Super Giant
c) Chennaiyin FC
d) Kerala Blasters FC

Ans : b) Mohun Bagan Super Giant

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Q.: Why did the Chandrayaan 3 Rover Pragyan pause operations on the
Moon’s surface?
a) Loss of connectivity from ground station
b) Scheduled maintenance and software update
c) The presence of adverse lunar weather conditions
d) Awaiting the next lunar sunrise for power supply

Answer: d) Awaiting the next lunar sunrise for power supply

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Q.: Who is heading the committee established by the central government to

explore the possibilities of conducting simultaneous Lok Sabha and assembly
elections in India?
a) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
b) Ram Nath Kovind
c) Amit Shah
d) Rahul Gandhi

b) Ram Nath Kovind

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Q.: Who has been appointed as the first woman CEO and Chairperson of the
Railway Board?
a) Rekha Sinha
b) Sunita Sharma
c) Ananya Patel
d) Jaya Verma Sinha

Ans : d) Jaya Verma Sinha

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Q.: Dr. R Ravi Kannan has been honored with the Ramon Magsaysay Award
2023. In which field does he specialize ?
a) Cardiology
b) Surgical Oncology
c) Pediatrics
d) Orthopedics
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Ans : b) Surgical Oncology

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Q.: Who has been elected as the next president of Singapore in September
2023 ?
a) Lee Hsien Loong
b) Tharman Shanmugaratnam
c) Goh Chok Tong
d) Kishore Mahbubani

b) Tharman Shanmugaratnam
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Q.: Who is the current Parliamentary Affairs Minister?

A) Pralhad Joshi
B) Narendra Modi
C) Amit Shah
D) Rajnath Singh

Ans : A) Pralhad Joshi

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Q.: Which two football teams competed against each other in the Durand
Cup final held on September 3, 2023?
A) Mohun Bagan and Mohammedan Sporting
B) East Bengal and Churchill Brothers
C) Mohun Bagan and East Bengal
D) Bengaluru FC and ATK Mohun Bagan

Ans : C) Mohun Bagan and East Bengal

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Q.: What is the name of the government-initiated invoice incentive scheme

to bring a cultural and behavioural change in the general public to ask for a
Bill as their right and entitlement?
A) Bill Rewards Initiative
B) Mera Bill Mera Adhikaar
C) Fiscal Behavior Incentive
D) Invoice Culture Drive

Ans : B) Mera Bill Mera Adhikaar

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