Top International Events of 2018 to Know About for SSC GD Constable 2019 Exam

Having a good hold over local, national, and international affairs of past and present are important, as far as your SSC GD constable entrance exams are concerned. But while the first two are easy to get, the knowledge of what’s brewing on the international stage is something that many find a tough job to excel in. One reason for lacking in the pursuit of acquiring information about international events might be that not everyone has access to materials- magazines, TV channels, and newspapers- that report and debate on international affairs. But competitive exams don’t take in aspirants that write an excuse for an answer.

So, if you wish to blow your victory conch on seeing your SSC Constable GD Result 2019, then let us have a look at some of the top international events of 2018 that you should know for 2019 examination. Especially for your SSC GD constable one.

After reaching an agreement to join NATO in May of 2017, Columbia finally signed and made the formal announcement of joining NATO nations as a global partner in 2018. Under the pact, the Latin American nation is now obliged to participate in all affairs relating to international organized crime, Maritime activities, and cyber-security issues that concern any of the 29 member countries of this organization. But being a global partner, Columbia is under no obligation to play any direct part in the organization’s military actions. What’s also worth mentioning is the fact that Columbia is the first Latin-American nation to become a part of the North Atlantic Treaty Organisation.

On 2 Feb 2018, China launched Zhangheng 1, its first sieso-electromagnetic satellite. The satellite was launched from the Jiuquan Satellite Launch Center, located in the Gobi desert. Zhangheng-1 is China’s first attempt to monitor and collect information regarding seismic activities that might result in big and devastating earthquakes from an outer- space level. The technological leap will help scientists and other experts study seismic precursors for a period of five years.

On Feb 3, 2018, India’s U-19 cricket team lifted the world cup for the fourth time. The championship was hosted by New Zealand. The young winning side was led by Prithvi Shaw. “Man of the Match” award went to Manjot Kalra for his match-winning knock of 101(not out) that helped his team win the final match against Australia by 8 wickets. Shubhman Gill was awarded “Player of the Tournament” for his outstanding and consistent contribution to the winning side. It’s notable that India now holds the record of winning the U-19 ICC World Cup trophy for the most number of times; four in total.

In 2018, Britain became the first country to make “Three-parent baby” fertility treatment a legal medical practice. The treatment uses Mitochondrial Replacement Therapy (MRT). The therapy uses genetic material of one more woman, other than the biological mother and, that is infused in the genetic structure of the embryo resting in her mother’s womb. This is done to remove or stop any genetic disease that could be carried from the biological mother to her offsprings.

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