International Organizations, Defence, Books & Authors, World History

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Pinaka is an indigenous multi-barrel rocket launch (MBRL) system developed by DRDO for Indian Army. It is one of the most reliable and effective weapon systems of the Indian Army. Complete Pinaka MBRL has six launcher vehicles, each having 12 rockets with six loader-replenishment vehicles and two command post vehicles with a fire control computer and DIGICORA MET radar. It was used in 1999 Kargil war in which it proved its worth.

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Buddhist monk Dhammapiya from Tripura has been elected as the new secretary general of the International Buddhist Confederation (IBC) in New Delhi. The IBC is a global Buddhist forum for preservation and development of heritage sites of the religion in India and other parts of the world.

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“A Brief History of Time” is a book written by physicist Stephen Hawking. It was first published in 1988, and it covers a wide range of topics in cosmology and theoretical physics. The book became a bestseller and has been translated into over 40 languages.

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Ireland had proposed the Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty. The Treaty on the Non-Proliferation of Nuclear Weapons, commonly known as the Non-Proliferation Treaty or NPT, is an international treaty whose objective is to prevent the spread of nuclear weapons.

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Bharat Dynamics Limited specializes in missile and torpedo design and production. Bharat Dynamics Limited (BDL) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) in India that is primarily involved in the manufacture of ammunition and missile systems. It plays a key role in the country’s defense sector, particularly in the development and production of advanced weapons like missiles and torpedoes.

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The correct answer is “All matched correctly.” – International Migrants Day is indeed observed on December 18 to promote awareness of the rights of migrants. – International Volunteer Day is celebrated on December 5 to recognize the contributions of volunteers. – International Day of Older Persons is observed on October 1 to raise awareness about issues affecting the elderly. Since all the dates are accurately matched with their respective observances, the statement “All matched correctly” is true.

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The United Nation Environment Programme World Conservation Monitoring Centre is an executive agency of UN Environment Programme, which is based in Cambridge (UK). It was previously managed by IUCN, UN Environment Programme and WWF.

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SAARC Charter of Democracy was adopted at Dhaka. SAARC headquarters is at Kathmandu,Nepal.

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On September 18, 1951, It was commissioned as the first shore hospital of the Indian Navy and was named INHS (Indian Naval Hospital Ship) Asvini, after the twin Asvini Kumars of Hindu mythology who are credited with unmatched knowledge and skills in medicine.

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The International Network of Bamboo and Rattan (INBAR) is headquartered in Beijing, China. Established in 1997, INBAR focuses on promoting bamboo and rattan as sustainable resources for economic development and environmental conservation. Bamboo is known for its rapid growth and versatility, making it a key material in sustainable construction and crafts.