Daily Current Affairs Quiz : June 23, 2023

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Ex Khaan Quest 2023 is a multilateral peacekeeping joint exercise that is currently being held in Mongolia. It involved the participation of military contingents and observers from around 20 countries.
President of Mongolia inaugurated the Exercise, which is co-sponsored by Mongolian Armed Forces (MAF) and United States Army Pacific Command (USARPAC).

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National Internet Exchange of India (NIXI) celebrated its 20th foundation day on 19th June this year. NIXI has made remarkable efforts to establish a strong and all-encompassing digital environment in the nation through its various business divisions, which include Internet Exchange, .IN Registry, IRINN, and NIXI-CSC Data Services Ltd.

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The iGOT Karmayogi Platform has recently launched a compilation called DAKSHTA (Development of Attitude, Knowledge, Skill for Holistic Transformation in Administration) for Young Professionals.
Its primary goal is to enhance the learners’ functional, domain-specific, and behavioral abilities by providing essential knowledge on subjects that are vital for effectively fulfilling their duties and responsibilities.

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The world’s first international treaty to protect the high seas was adopted by the UN on June 19. It will help protect remote ecosystems that are critical for the survival of humanity.
The treaty, known as the treaty on “Biodiversity Beyond National Jurisdiction” (BBNJ), also introduces requirements to carry out environmental impact studies for proposed activities to be carried out in international waters.

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Epiphytes grow on another plant/tree merely for physical support, drawing moisture and nutrients from the air, rain, water or from debris accumulating around it, and not from the host.
The survival of epiphytic orchids in the Dooars and Darjeeling hills are threatened due to deforestation. They are known for their medicinal properties.