Correct Answer :   Ramesh Bais

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President Droupadi Murmu has accepted the resignations of Governor of Maharashtra Bhagat Singh Koshyari and Lt. Governor of Ladakh Radha Krishnan Mathur.

Now, Governor of Jharkhand "Ramesh Bais" will be the new Governor of Maharashtra.

Other appointments (Governor) :

Arunachal Pradesh : Lt. General Kaiwalya Trivikram Parnaik (Retired)

Sikkim : Lakshman Prasad Acharya

Jharkhand : C.P. Radhakrishnan

Himachal Pradesh : Shiv Pratap Shukla

Assam : Gulab Chand Kataria

Andhra Pradesh : Justice (Retd.) S. Abdul Nazeer

Ladakh : Brigadier (Dr.) B.D. Mishra..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   New Delhi

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India-ASEAN Digital Work Plan 2023 has been approved at the third ASEAN Digital Ministers meeting in New Delhi on 10th February 2023.

Theme : The theme of “Synergy Towards a Sustainable Digital Future”.

AIM : To strengthen the India-ASEAN relations in the field of Information and Communication Technologies.

The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology said the work plan includes capacity building and knowledge sharing in emerging areas in the field of Information and Communication Technologies such as Artificial Intelligence in Cyber Security. ..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Uttar Pradesh

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The G20 EMPOWER meeting held in Agra, Uttar Pradesh from 11th to 12th February 2023 welcomed women leaders from G20 nations, guest countries, international organisations and the private sector.

* G20 EMPOWER Theme : The theme of the meeting was “Empowering Women to Lead across Sectors: Role of Digital Skilling and Future Skills”.

* The G20 EMPOWER 2023 focussed the shift from women’s development to women-led development.

* Union Minister for Women and Child Welfare Smriti Zubin Irani mentioned the government's stand on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) and efforts made for Women empowerment at the grassroot levels.

* Indevar Pandey, Secretary, Ministry of Women and Child Development, in his welcome address, stated that in the 21st century, global growth will come from the countries of the South, with India having the potential to demonstrate the leadership of the Global South by showcasing women's leadership and innovation.

* A light and sound show was organised for the delegates and guests. An exhibition was held alongside the event to showcase the work of women-led micro-enterprises, women artisans and craftspersons from various Indian states...

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Uttarakhand

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The country's strictest Anti-Copying Law has come into force in Uttarakhand. Governor Lieutenant General Gurmeet Singh has approved the Uttarakhand Competitive Examination (Measures for Prevention and Prevention of Unfair Means in Recruitment) Ordinance 2023 Friday(10th February 2023).

Raj Bhavan has taken this step within 24 hours. Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami thanked Governor for approving the proposal.

Under this Anti-Copying Law, a provision to impose a fine of 10 crores rupees along with life imprisonment or 10 years in jail for the copycat mafia.  Apart from this, there is also a provision to attach the property of the copying mafia...

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Alkesh Kumar Sharma

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The Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Shri Alkesh Kumar Sharma has said that Digital Skilling, Up-skilling and Re-skilling are critical to maintain and expand persons’ capabilities and employability to participate in rapidly changing economy.

Shri Alkesh Kumar Sharma inaugurating the lead event of G20, the 1st International Conference on Communication, Electronics and Digital Technologies – NICE-DT 2023 and Digital Skilling organized by the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), here 11th February 2023.

The Chairman, NCVET, Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi, Additional Secretary, MeitY, Shri Bhuvnesh Kumar, Director AI, SHS UNESCO, Dr. M. Squicciarini, Director General NIELIT, Dr. Madan Mohan Tripathi and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

The Secretary, MeitY in his inaugural address said that advancing Digital Economy needs both future ready workforce and digital ready masses (citizens).

He congratulated NIELIT for registering tremendous growth in the capacity building and skilling. He added that NIELIT through its high end training & skilling programs is stepping towards the achievement of generating quality manpower in line with the themes of the Trillion-dollar digital economy.

He also highlighted the greater digital connectivity so as to connect with the last habitat of this country. He congratulated NIELIT for training around 8 million candidates in the last ten years.

The Chairman, NCVET, Dr. Nirmaljeet Singh Kalsi in his address stressed upon adoption of best practices and creation of replicable model in digital skilling and technologies. He appreciated the journey of NIELIT in skilling and capacity building ranging from certificate, diploma, UG, PG and Doctorate level..

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   Droupadi Murmu

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President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu. She was speaking on the occasion of inauguration of the 2nd Indian Rice Congress at ICAR-National Rice Research Institute, Cuttack on Saturday (February 11, 2023).

* The President said that though India is the leading consumer and exporter of rice today, the situation was different when the nation became free. In those days, we were dependent on imports to meet our food requirements, and often the nation lived what was called a ship-to-mouth existence.

* If the nation could overcome that dependency and has become the largest exporter, a lot of credit goes to the National Rice Research Institute. The institute has contributed immensely to India’s food security and also in improving farmers’ lives.

* The President said that as rice forms the bedrock of our food security, we must consider its nutritional aspects too. Large sections of low-income groups depend on rice, which is often the only source of daily nutrition for them. Therefore, delivering protein, vitamins and essential micronutrients through rice can help combat malnutrition.

* She was happy to note that ICAR-NRRI has developed India’s first high protein rice, called CR Dhan 310 and NRRI has also released a high-zinc rice variety, called CR Dhan 315.

* She said that development of such bio-fortified varieties is an ideal example of science in the service of society. More and more of such efforts would be needed to support the increasing population amid a changing climate. She expressed confidence that India’s scientific community would rise to the challenge...

Source : PIB

Correct Answer :   3rd Edition

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Third(3rd) edition of the Khelo India National Winter Games has begun at famous tourist destination Gulmarg in Kashmir on friday (10th Feb 2023).

* The mega event open, Union Minister for Sports and Youth Affairs Anurag Singh Thakur said that Khelo India is a vision of Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote sports amongst the Youth of the country.

* The Union Minister while addressing the gathering lauded the capabilities and talent of the Youth of Jammu and Kashmir.

* He assured that centre would leave no stone unturned in providing every possible assistance to create and develop sports culture in the Union Territory.

* The Union Minister said that the Youth of J&K is full of potential who are now busy in shaping their future using sports as a platform. Lieutenant Governor Manoj Sinha who was present on the occasion stressed the need to develop "Gulmarg" as a Centre of Excellence for Winter Sports.

* The sports budget of Jammu and Kashmir is enormous as compared to other states and union territories of the country.

* The mega event will continue for next four days wherein more than 1500 athletes from across the country are taking part in eleven different sports categories...

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Bhagat Singh Koshyari

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Maharashtra Governor Bhagat Singh Koshyari on Saturday(11th Feb 2023) inaugurated the Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav- 2023 (RSM) at Azad Maidan, Churchgate in Mumbai.

* The Governor said that Rashtriya Sanskriti Mahotsav conveys the enduring message of Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, which signifies that despite the numerous diversities in language and cultural expressions, India is united and one.

* The Governor said that the government under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi is heralding a renaissance of Indian culture. He cited the institution of the International Day of Yoga as an example of the world taking note of our rich culture and tradition.

* Union culture and tourism minister Mr. G Kishan Reddy, who also presided over the function, said that around 1000 artists will perform during the Mahotsav.

* He added that taking inspiration from Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat, the Mahotsav is being held to promote national integration through celebration of India's diversity in the form of art and culture and to transmit our rich culture from one generation to another.

* Mr. Reddy also announced that a special tourist train will be inaugurated in the name of Babasaheb Ambedkar Circuit on 14th April. It will visit five prominent places associated with the life of the Father of the Indian Constitution.

* The Mahotsav is organized by the Ministry every year in different states of India. The nine-day event will go on till 19th February.

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Jammu & Kashmir

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The Jammu & Kashmir Legal Services Authority on Saturday (11th February 2023) organized first National Lok Adalat of the calendar year 2023 throughout the Union Territory.

* During the day-long National Lok Adalat, out of a total number of 88,723 cases taken up by 142 Benches at various courts across the UT, 75,250 Cases were disposed off and an amount of Rs. 45,05,14,697/- was awarded as compensation/settlement amount in Motor Accident Claims, civil, criminal, labour disputes, Electricity and Water Bills cases, Land Acquisition, Family matters, cheque dishonour and Bank Recovery cases.

* Member Secretary, J&K Legal Services Authority, Amit Gupta said that this was the first National Lok Adalat and in all four Lok Adalats will be organized during the year. The second National Lok Adalat is scheduled to be held on Saturday, May 13, 2023..

Source : AIR

Correct Answer :   Ashwini Vaishnaw

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The Minister for Communications, Electronics & Information Technology and Railways, Shri Ashwini Vaishnaw inaugurated AMRITPEX 2023 - National Philatelic Exhibition, here 11th Feb 2023.

This five day Mahakumbh of Stamps (11th to 15th February, 2023) in Hall 05, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, is being organized as a part of Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav Celebrations.

The Minister of State for Communications, Shri Devusinh Chauhan, Secretary, Department of Posts, Shri Vineet Pandey, Director General Postal Services, Shri Alok Sharma and other dignitaries were present on the occasion.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri Devusinh Chauhan said that AMRITPEX is the national platform to highlight and display the 5000 years old rich history and culture of this great nation. He also said that under the visionary leadership of Prime Minister, the trustworthy network of India Post has been revamped for doorstep delivery of financial services.

The opening ceremony of AMRITPEX 2023 was attended by a large number of school students and philatelists from all parts of the country. The exhibition displays more than 20,000 exhibits under 13 competitive categories and invitees. A special section on Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav has also been included with encouraging participation by youth and budding philatelists.

AMRITPEX 2023 has a number of workshops, panel discussions and cultural programs highlighting the culture and heritage of India. Interested citizens can be part of these events and explore the story of India through stamps. The exhibition for the first time in India has a number of technology artifacts like Virtual Reality and Augmented Reality..

Source : PIB