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1 .

Which Indian Institute of Technology and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory researchers have studied the interactions between microbes in the International Space Station (ISS)?

A)

IIT Delhi

B)

IIT Madras

C)

IIT kharagpur

D)

IIT Bombay

Correct Answer : IIT Madras

The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT) Madras and NASA Jet Propulsion Laboratory researchers have studied the interactions between microbes in the International Space Station (ISS). The study will help devise strategies for the disinfection of space stations to minimise any potential impact of microbes on the health of astronauts.

Dr Karthik Raman, Associate Professor at the Bhupat and Jyoti Mehta School of Biosciences and a core member of the Robert Bosch Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (RBCDSAI), IIT Madras, collaborated with Dr Kasthuri Venkateswaran, Senior Research Scientist at JPL.

IIT Madras in an official release stated,” Crews, during spaceflight, may have altered immunity and limited access to terrestrial medical facilities.

Therefore, studying the microbes inhabiting the space station becomes important to understand the risks associated with short-term and long-term space travel on the health of astronauts.”..

Source : NDTV

Published On : October 24, 2022

2 .

Which country President wins record third term in power?

A)

Japan

B)

China

C)

Thailand

D)

South Korea

Correct Answer : China

Chinese President Xi Jinping on Sunday(23rd Oct 2022) created history, becoming the first leader of the ruling Communist Party after party founder Mao Zedong to get re-elected for an unprecedented third term in power with the prospect of ruling China for life.

Xi, 69, who was elected Sunday(23rd Oct 2022) morning as General Secretary of the Communist Party for 3rd five-year tenure by the new seven-member Standing Committee packed with his supporters appeared before the local and foreign media here to herald the new era, widely termed ‘Xi era’.

Xi’s “election” for the third term in power formally ends the over three decades rule followed by his predecessors, barring Mao, of retiring after a 10-year tenure. Xi was first elected in 2012 and will be completing his 10-year tenure this year.

With moderates like Premier Li Keqiang, who was ranked number two, eased out in the election to over 300-member Central Committee on Saturday(22nd Oct 2022) by the once-in-a-five-year Congress of the Communist Party of China (CPC), the Committee which met on Sunday(23rd Oct 2022) elected a 25-member Political Bureau.

The Political Bureau elected a seven-member Standing Committee, which in turn elected Xi for a third five-year term as General Secretary..

Source : Indian Express

Published On : October 24, 2022

3 .

With reference to the Hate Speech, consider the following statements:

1. Article 19(2) of the Constitution guarantees freedom of speech and expression to all citizens of India.

2. Sections 153A and 505 of the Indian Penal Code are generally taken to be the main penal provisions that deal with inflammatory speeches and expressions that seek to punish ‘hate speech’.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer : Both 1 and 2

The Supreme Court recently directed the police and authorities to immediately and suo motu register cases against hate speech makers without waiting for a complaint to be filed.

Legal Provisions :

Sections 153A and 505 of the Indian Penal Code are generally taken to be the main penal provisions that deal with inflammatory speeches and expressions that seek to punish ‘hate speech’.

Under Section 153A, ‘promotion of enmity between different groups on grounds of religion, race, place of birth, residence, language, etc., and doing acts prejudicial to maintenance of harmony’, is an offence punishable with three years’ imprisonment.

Section 505 of Indian Penal Code (IPC) makes it an offence to making “statements conducing to public mischief”.

Section 8 of Representation of the People Act, 1951 disqualifies a person from contesting election if he is convicted for indulging in acts amounting to illegitimate use of freedom of speech and expression..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : October 23, 2022

4 .

With reference to the 'Kashi-Tamil Sangamam' programme, consider the following statements:

1. It would be a part of the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ initiative.

2. The knowledge partners for the programme would be IIT-Madras and the Banaras Hindu University, while the Uttar Pradesh government would be the host State.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer : Both 1 and 2

* The Union government on Thursday(20th Oct 2022) announced a month-long programme to “strengthen” and “rekindle” the cultural and civilisational bond between Tamil Nadu and Varanasi.

* ‘Kashi-Tamil Sangamam’ programme would be held from November 16 to December 16.

* This programme, which would be a part of the ‘Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat’ initiative which is aimed at rekindling the civilisational link between the new Kashi and Tamil Nadu — both deep centres of knowledge.

* Building a heritage bridge for the new generation was a key feature of the National Education Policy.

* As part of the programme, 2,500 people divided into 12 groups would be travelling to Varanasi by train during the period.

* The journey points in Tamil Nadu would be Chennai, Rameswaram and Coimbatore.

* The groups would include students, teachers, artisans and people from various walks of life.

* The tours would include seminars, lectures, group meetings and visits to the Kashi Vishwanath temple and centres of important Tamil cultural heritage in Varanasi.

* The knowledge partners for the programme would be IIT-Madras and the Banaras Hindu University, while the Uttar Pradesh government would be the host State..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : October 23, 2022

5 .

With reference to the Jal Jeevan Mission, consider the following statements:

1. It aims to ensure HarGharJal (piped water supply) to all rural households by 2024

2. NITI Aayog is the executing agency.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A)

1 only

B)

2 only

C)

Both 1 and 2

D)

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer : 1 only

The Vice President, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar recently described “quality, quantity and continuity” as the core principles for the success of Jal Jeevan Mission.

Mission Objective : To ensure HarGharJal (piped water supply) to all rural households by 2024 under the Jal Jeevan Mission.

Executing agency : Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation under the Jal Shakti Mantralaya.

Strategy :

* This Mission will focus on integrated demand and supply side management of water at the local level, including creation of local infrastructure for source sustainability like rainwater harvesting, groundwater recharge and management of household wastewater for reuse in agriculture.

* The Mission will converge with other Central and State Government Schemes to achieve its objectives of sustainable water supply management across the country.

Funding Pattern :

The fund sharing pattern is in the proportion of :

* 50:50 between Centre and States,

* 90:10 for Himalayan and North-Eastern States.

* In case of UTs, 100% funding is provided by the Central government..

Source : PIB

Published On : October 23, 2022

6 .

Sampurnanand Telescope (ST) is a world-class telescope located in__________

A)

Assam

B)

Punjab

C)

Uttar Pradesh

D)

None of the above

Correct Answer : None of the above

The Governor of Uttarakhand recently highlighted the need for discussing future possibilities of the 104 cm Sampurnanand Telescope (ST), at a workshop organised to commemorate the completion of 50 years of successful operations of the telescope.

It is a world-class telescope located near Nainital.

The telescope at Manora Peak was established in 1972 when ARIES was known as the UP State Observatory (UPSO).

It has been extensively used for optical observations of comets, occultation by planets and asteroids, star-forming regions and star clusters, variable stars, transients, active galactic nuclei, etc.

Some of the breakthrough science results contributed by the telescope include the discovery of new rings around Saturn and the rings of Uranus.

The instrumentation and science capabilities of ST have paved the way for setting up National and International facilities by ARIES, such as the 3.6m DOT and the 4 meter International Liquid Mirror Telescope at Devasthal..

Source : PIB

Published On : October 23, 2022

7 .

Which government has launched "Mission Vatsalya"?

A)

Central Government

B)

Uttar Pradesh

C)

Gujarat

D)

Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer : Central Government

Mission Vatsalya promotes family-based non-institutional care of children in difficult circumstances based on the principle of institutionalization of children as a measure of last resort.

The Ministry of Women and Child Development is implementing a Centrally Sponsored Scheme “Mission Vatsalya” erstwhile Child Protection Services (CPS) Scheme, since 2009-10 for the welfare and rehabilitation of children

* It also includes : Improve functioning of statutory bodies; Strengthen service delivery structures; Upscale institutional care/services; Encourage non-institutional community-based care; emergency outreach services; Training and capacity building.

* The norms of Mission Vatsalya scheme will be applicable from 01 April, 2022.

* It will be implemented as a Centrally Sponsored Scheme in partnership with state governments and UT administrations, with a fund-sharing in a 60:40 ratio. However, for the eight states in the Northeast, as well as Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and the UT of Jammu and Kashmir ,the Centre and state/UT’s share will be 90:10.

Geographical Aspects :

Madhya Pradesh :

* It is the fifth largest state in terms of population.

* Bhimbetka site has the oldest known rock art in Madhya Pradesh.

* Bandhavgarh National Park is the place of "Land of the Tigers".

* The ethnic groups and tribes of Madhya Pradesh namely Gond, Bhil, Bagia, Korku, Bhadia, Malto, Kaul, Dhar..

Source : PIB

Published On : October 23, 2022

8 .

PM Modi laid the foundation stone of various development projects worth more than Rs.________crore for the state at a program organized in Mana village of Uttarakhand on 21st Oct 2022?

A)

2040 crore

B)

2450 crore

C)

3100 crore

D)

3400 crore

Correct Answer : 3400 crore

Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that two pillars for developed India of the 21st century are: pride in our heritage and making all possible efforts for development for all. He was speaking after laying the foundation stone of road and ropeway projects worth more than 3400 crore rupees in Mana, Uttarakhand on Friday(21st Oct 2022).

The two ropeway projects are Gaurikund to Kedarnath and Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib and road widening projects worth around 1000 crore rupees.

The Prime Minister said that the construction of ropeway projects Gaurikund to Kedarnath and Govindghat to Hemkund Sahib are not just to provide connectivity, but they will also give a fillip to the economic development in the state.

Mr. Modi said that Development initiatives at the places of spiritual importance are helping devotees and promoting tourism at these places. He said that the development of spiritual places will not only provide convenience to all devotees but also attract the youth of this country.

Mr. Modi said that he admired the people from hilly regions for their hardworking spirit and their zeal for life, despite challenges. He said that this is why his government has resolved to give priority to development in these often underserved regions.

Mr. Modi said that the Parvatmala Scheme will be instrumental in providing connectivity through building of roads in difficult hilly areas..

Source : AIR

Published On : October 23, 2022

9 .

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in "Griha Pravesh" of over how many lakh PMAY-G beneficiaries through video conference?

A)

4.0 Lakh

B)

4.5 Lakh

C)

4.8 Lakh

D)

5.4 Lakh

Correct Answer : 4.5 Lakh

Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated via video conference in the "Griha Pravesh" of more than 4.5 lakh PMAY-G beneficiaries in Satna district in Madhya Pradesh and dedicated homes constructed under the PM Awas Yojana (Gramin).

Prime Minister wished the congratulated the beneficiaries on the festive occasion, he said, “On the occasion of Dhanteras, I extend my wishes to all the people of the nation. Dhanteras is marked with new beginnings. It is a new beginning for 4.5 Lakh beneficiaries of Madhya Pradesh."

“Under the PMAY-G, in the last 8 years, more than 3.5 crore poor families have got new houses. Our govt is committed to the poor and marginalized. Be it toilet, electricity, water or gas, we have included every facility to cater their needs in PM Awas Yojana," PM Modi added.'

He claimed that the total expenditure for the construction of housing societies by the government has crossed a figure of â‚¹22,000 crore. The government is dedicated to construct homes for all the countrymen, PM Modi stated at the ‘Grih Pravesh’ event.

The Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojna (PMAY) has become a "major medium for bringing in socio-economic change" in the country, Prime Minister Narendra Modi mentioned during his virtual address..

Source : Mint

Published On : October 22, 2022

10 .

Who has been appointed as the new Chairman of Quality Council of India(QCI) from 21st Oct 2022?

A)

Anjali Bansal

B)

PMS Prasad

C)

Jaxay Shah

D)

Adil Zainulbhai

Correct Answer : Jaxay Shah

Shri Jaxay Shah, former Chairman of CREDAI and founder Chairman of Savvy Group has been appointed as the Chairman of Quality Council of India (QCI) for a period of three years effective from 21st October 2022.

The incumbent chairman succeeds the former McKinsey India Chief Shri Adil Zainulbhai who served as the Chairman of QCI through three terms for a period of eight years from 2014 to 2022.

Shri Jaxay Shah has been appointed based on his vast industry experience which shall contribute to further propelling the wheels of Quality, a legacy established by the former Chairpersons of QCI.

Shri Shah founded one of India’s largest infrastructure conglomerates, the Savvy Group in 1996 and held the position of national chairman of CREDAI, the apex body of private Real Estate developers in India.

In addition, he also holds the position of the Chairman of the ASSOCHAM Western Region Development Council and serves as the Advisor at the PharmEasy Accelerator Program, which offers 1 lakh+ medicine and health products..

Source : PIB

Published On : October 22, 2022