October 2023 Questions and Answers
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Q41
Which Indian company became the first to produce indigenously developed 700 MW nuclear reactor?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: NPCIL achieved full power operation of the indigenous 700 MW unit at Kakrapar.
Q42
In October 2023, which country was elected new chair of the Global Partnership on Artificial Intelligence (GPAI)?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: India took over chairmanship reflecting its proactive role in AI governance.
Q43
Which country won the 2023 Asian Games gold in men's hockey?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: India beat Japan to claim men's hockey gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games.
Q44
Which new train service, named 'Namo Bharat', was inaugurated in October 2023?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: India's first Regional Rapid Transit System train, Namo Bharat, was inaugurated in October.
Q45
What is the name of the cyclone that affected the Bay of Bengal region in October 2023?
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Cyclone Hamoon formed over the Bay of Bengal and impacted Bangladesh and Odisha.
Q46
Who became the first Indian woman wrestler to win a gold in 50kg at the Asian Games 2023?
Answer: Option B
Explanation: Antim Panghal won the 50kg wrestling gold at the Hangzhou Asian Games.
Q47
Which state launched 'Mission Sanjeevani' for emergency healthcare delivery through drones?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: The initiative aims to deliver medicines and diagnostic samples via drones.
Q48
Which Indian institute launched India's first 3D-printed post office in October 2023?
Answer: Option A
Explanation: The 3D-printed post office was completed in Bengaluru with IIT Madras technology.
Q49
Which new payment instrument was launched by RBI for offline digital payments in October 2023?
Answer: Option B
Explanation: RBI introduced UPI Lite X for offline transactions via NFC without internet.
Q50
Who launched 'PM Vishwakarma Yojana' officially in October 2023?
Answer: Option B
Explanation: The scheme provides financial and skill development support to traditional artisans.