Explanation

Vitamin A deficiency can cause both loss of appetite and night blindness.

It is also known to increase susceptibility to infections, including those in the throat. 

Night blindness

This is one of the earliest signs of vitamin A deficiency.

It is the inability to see well in low-light conditions, which is caused by the lack of a specific pigment needed for the retina to function properly. 

Loss of appetite

Vitamin A is involved in the health of the receptors for taste and smell.

When vitamin A is deficient, these senses can be altered, which leads to a reduced appetite and difficulty consuming enough nutrients. 

Explanation

Prime Minister Imran Khan unveiled on 14-01-2022 a public version of the country's first-ever National Security Policy (NSP).

this National Security Policy (NSP) for 2022 to 2026

which articulates a citizen-centric framework, places economic security at its core and seeks a secure and economically resilient Pakistan. 

Explanation

Zimbabwe was formerly known as:

• Southern Rhodesia (1898),
• Rhodesia (1965), 
• Zimbabwe Rhodesia (1979) and get independent 

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Zimbabwe's capital is Harare.

Currency is the United States Dollar.

The official language is English.

Located in Continent Africa.

Primary Religion is Christianity.

Head of Govt. is President –Emmerson Mnangagwa.

Parliament called Parliament.

Explanation

Bastille Day is celebrated on 14 July each year.

It is the common name given in English-speaking countries to the national day of France

In French, it is formally called the Fête nationale française; legally, it is known as le 14 juillet

Celebrations: Military parades, fireworks, concerts, balls

Explanation

On June 2018 FATF added Pakistan to its gray list

Pakistan needs 12 votes out of 39 to exit the “grey" list and move up to join countries that do not require monitoring. 

Pakistan has been removed from the list after four years n 21 October 2022

 on Thursday FATF decided to retain Pakistan on its ‘Grey List’ till June 2021

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while 

On 24 February 2023, FATF added South Africa and Nigeria to its gray list

On 24 February 2023, FATF removed Cambodia and Morocco from its gray list

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Explanation

A Tale of Two Cities, a novel by Charles Dickens,

It was published both serially and in book form in 1859.

The story is set in the late 18th century against the background of the French Revolution.

Explanation

The Battle of Waterloo started on June 18, 1815, marked the final defeat of Napoleon Bonaparte. 

Waterloo is a city located close to Brussels.

Brussels is the capital of Belgium.

Explanation

Know about FIFA World Cup 2022

Edition: 22

Held: 20 November 18 December 2022 (Qatar)

Matches: 64

Length: 28 days

First Asian cities to host FIFA world cup: South Korea & Japan (2002)

First Arab country to host FIFA world: Qatar (2022)

FIFA world cup held in Asia in 2022: Second time

Venues: 8 (5 cities)

Country to provide security: Pakistan (sent around 4500 soldiers)

Country to produce ball: Pakistan

Participating countries from Asia: Qatar, Iran, South Korea, Japan & Saudi Arabia

Winner: Argentine

Argentine won: after 36 years (previously won in 1986)

Runner-up: France

Argentine won: third time

Goals scored: 172

Top scorer: Kylian Mbappe (8 goals)

Kylian Mbappe belongs: France

Best player: Lionel Messi (7 goals) (Argentine)

Golden Ball winner:  Lionel Messi

Lionel Messi won Ball: Second time

Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball first time: 2014

Best young player: Enzo Fernendez (Argentine)

Best goalkeeper : Emiliano Martinez (Argentine)

Country to get third position: Croatia

Country to get fourth position: Morocco

Golden Boot winner: Kylian Mbappe (8 goals)

Second player to score hat-trick in Final: Kylian Mbappe

First Arab country to Qualify for semi-final: Morocco

Final held: Lusail Stadium 

World Cup trophy showcased by: Deepika Pedukone (Indian actress) & Iker Casillas (Spanish legend footballer)

Golden Glove winner: Emiliano Martinez (Argentine)

In 2022, Argentine became the first South American nation to win FIFA World Cup since Brazil in 2002.

France lost in the final of a World Cup for the second time (First vs Italy in 2006) (second vs Argentine in 2022)

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Explanation

 The Divine Comedy was written by the Italian poet Dante Alighieri 

Begun c. 1308 and completed around 1321.

Original Title: Comedìa

Greatest poems of the Middle Ages and the finest work in the Italian language. 

Explanation

• The first modern Olympic Games were held in Athens, Greece,
• Main Venue: The Panathenaic Stadium hosted track and field and wrestling.
• Dates: April 6 to April 15, 1896
• .Participation: Athletes from 14 nations competed in 43 events.
  
• The United States won the most gold medals (11).
• Greece won the most medals overall (47).

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