Jammu and Kashmir Current Affairs, 2023 

Q1. When was Article 370 abrogated in Jammu and Kashmir?

a) August 15, 1947

b) August 15, 2019

c) August 5, 2019  

d) August 9, 2019

Answer: c

 

Explanation:

Article 370 of the Indian Constitution, which granted special autonomy to the state of Jammu and Kashmir, was effectively abrogated on August 5, 2019. The Indian government revoked the special status of Jammu and Kashmir and reorganized the region into two separate Union Territories: Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. This move was accompanied by a series of constitutional and legislative changes.

 

 

Q2.  Which state/UT launched India's first chatbot for people in mental distress?

A) Tripura

B) Nagaland

C) Meghalaya

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D

 

Explanation: India's first Tele-MANAS (Tele Mental Health Assistance and Networking Across States) chatbot was launched in Jammu & Kashmir.

 

 

Q3. Who inaugurated the 9th India International MSME Expo and Summit 2023 in New Delhi?

A) President Droupadi Murmu

B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi

C) Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha

D) Home Minister Amit Shah

 

Answer: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha

Explanation: Lieutenant Governor Shri Manoj Sinha of Jammu and Kashmir inaugurated the 9th India International MSME Expo and Summit 2023 in New Delhi, aiming to facilitate collaboration between policymakers and entrepreneurs in the MSME sector for economic growth.

 

Q4. Which district has secured the top rank nationwide in the successful execution of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM)?

A) Ganderbal

B) Budgam

C) Srinagar 

D) Indore

 

Answer: Srinagar

 

Explanation: The Srinagar district has secured the top rank nationwide in the successful execution of the Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM), surpassing 114 Har Ghar Jal-certified villages across the country. This was announced by the Ministry of Jal Shakti (MoJS) on June 30, 2023.

 

Q6. Who is the author of the book "Monsoon: A Poem of Love and Longing"?

A) Amish Tripathi

B) Chetan Bhagat

C) Abhay Kumar

D) Ruskin Bond

 

Answer: Abhay Kumar

Explanation: The book "Monsoon: A Poem of Love and Longing" is written by Abhay Kumar, an Indian poet and diplomat. He is the Deputy Director General of the Indian Council of Cultural Relations (ICCR). The book was published by Sahitya Akademi on the occasion of its 68th anniversary (13th March 2022). The book is a poem that follows the monsoon which originates from Madagascar and travels to the Srinagar in the Himalayas and back to Madagascar.

Q7. Who inaugurated the 'Three-day National Thematic Workshop on Localization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Panchayats' in Srinagar?

A) Shri Giriraj Singh

B) Shri Narendra Modi

C) Shri Amit Shah

D) Shri Rajnath Singh

Answer: A) Shri Giriraj Singh 

Explanation: Shri Giriraj Singh, Union Minister for Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, inaugurated the 'Three-day National Thematic Workshop on Localization of Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in Panchayats' in Srinagar.

 

Q8. To celebrate the 8th foundation day, Bandhan Bank opened its branch in which of the following districts?

A) Kargil

B) Kargil

C) Leh

D) Anantnag

 

Answer: C) Leh 

Explanation: To celebrate the 8th foundation day, Bandhan Bank opened its branch in the Leh district of Union Territory (UT), Ladakh, marking its presence in 35 of the 36 states and UTs of India.

 

Q9. Where has Amazon India inaugurated its first-ever floating store on July 31st?

A) Ganges River

B) Wular Lake

C) Dal Lake

D) Chilka Lake

 

Correct answer: C

Explanation: Amazon India has inaugurated its first-ever floating store on Dal Lake in Srinagar, Kashmir.

 

Q10. Which state/UT organized the 'Vitasta' program to promote its art, culture, and literature?

A) West Bengal 

B) Tamil Nadu

C) Pondicherry

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D) Jammu & Kashmir

Brief Explanation: The 'Vitasta' program was conducted with the objective of showcasing the diverse art, culture, literature, craftsmanship, and cuisine of Kashmir to every corner of the country.

 

Q11. Which of the following district's Rajouri Chikri Wood Craft received the Geographical Indication (GI) Tag?

A) Srinagar

B) Jammu

C) Rajouri

D) Baramulla

 

Answer: Rajouri

Explanation: The Geographical Indication (GI) Tag was bestowed upon Rajouri Chikri Wood Craft from the Rajouri district.

 

Q12. Which state/UT government increased the retirement age for university professors to 65?

A) Tamil Nadu

B) Andhra Pradesh

C) West Bengal

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D

Explanation: Jammu and Kashmir Government has raised the age of superannuation for university professors in the union territory. The Administrative Council under the Chairmanship of Lieutenant Governor, Manoj Sinha, raised the retirement age of University Professors from 62 to 65 years.

 

Q13. Which state/UT Rural Livelihoods Mission received the SKOCH Award 2023?

A) West Bengal 

B) Pondicherry

C) Delhi

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D

Explanation: The Jammu-Kashmir Rural Livelihood Mission (JKRL) has bagged the SKOCH Award under the theme “State of Governance India 2047” in Gold category.

 

JKRL has received this award for its outstanding efforts in creating marketing avenues for the Self-Help Group in the U.T.

 

The SKOCH Award marks a significant milestone for JKRM, being the first award received since the inception of the scheme.

 

 

 

Q14. Which state launched Operation Trinetra-II on 17th July to neutralize hiding militants?

A) Jharkhand 

B) Odisha

C) Jammu and Kashmir

D) Chhatisgrah

 

Answer: D

Explanation: J&K launched Operation Trinetra-II on July 17th to neutralize hiding Militants.

 

Q16. "Namda," a type of rug, is associated with which state/UT? 

A) Odisha

B) Pondicherry  

C) Delhi

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D

Explanation: Namda rug is exclusively made in Jammu and Kashmir.

 

Q17. Which state/UT will lead India's first 'Cannabis Medicine Project'?

A) Rajasthan 

B) Delhi

C) Pondicherry

D) Jammu & Kashmir

 

Answer: D

Explanation: Jammu and Kashmir to lead India's first cannabis medicine project.

 

Q18. Which goddess is worshipped at the Machail Mata Temple, where the annual Machail Mata Yatra takes place?

A) Goddess Durga

B) Goddess Kali

C) Goddess Saraswati

D) Goddess Lakshmi

 

Correct answer: A

Explanation: The Machail Mata Temple, located in the Kishtwar district of Jammu and Kashmir, is dedicated to Goddess Durga, also known as 'Kaali' or 'Chandi'. The annual Machail Mata Yatra is a significant pilgrimage where devotees gather to pay their respects to this revered deity.

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