UPSC Prelims · General Studies Paper I

Current Events of National and International Importance

National and international news of the last 12-18 months including government schemes, summits, awards, sports, science, defence and international relations.

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  • Q1 · Current Events of National and International Importance · EASY

    The Indian government launched the 'Mera Yuva Bharat' (MY Bharat) initiative in 2023. What is the primary objective of this initiative?

  • Q2 · Current Events of National and International Importance · EASY

    In 2023, India assumed the presidency of which international grouping for a one-year term, hosting several meetings including a major summit in New Delhi?

  • Q3 · Current Events of National and International Importance · MEDIUM

    The Pradhan Mantri Vishwakarma Yojana, launched in September 2023, aims to support which category of workers?

  • Q4 · Current Events of National and International Importance · MEDIUM

    India's Chandrayaan-3 mission achieved a successful soft landing on the Moon in August 2023. At which lunar location did the Vikram lander touch down?

  • Q5 · Current Events of National and International Importance · HARD

    Consider the following statements regarding the Global Hunger Index (GHI) 2023: 1. India ranked 111 out of 125 countries in GHI 2023. 2. The Government of India rejected the GHI methodology, questioning its reliance on a four-question opinion poll. 3. According to GHI 2023, India has the highest child wasting rate among all countries assessed. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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