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1 .

Which state health department awarded for Best Practice in Tuberculosis Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilisation (ACSM)?

A)

Meghalaya

B)

Mizoram

C)

Tripura

D)

Nagaland

Correct Answer : Meghalaya

The Meghalaya government, which has adopted a ‘jan andolan’ (people’s movement) against Tuberculosis, on Friday(9th Dec 2022) received an award for best practices in controlling the disease that affects 2.6 million people in India every year..

* The award for Best Practice in Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilisation(ACSM) in Tuberculosis control was presented to representatives of the health department at a national workshop, aimed at ending TB infections, in the national capital.

* Chief Minister Conrad K Sangma took to Twitter to congratulate the team that led the relentless drive in the state.

* “Meghalaya was awarded for Best Practice in Advocacy, Communication and Social Mobilization in Tuberculosis control at the National Workshop on ACSM to end TB in India,” he stated.

* Despite the pandemic impacting service delivery and TB notifications, innovative mitigation strategies were deployed to ensure that notifications were back to pre-pandemic levels, State TB Officer M Mawrie told PTI.

* The state registered 4,189 TB cases in 2021 while in the first quarter of 2022, around 1,075 patients have been enrolled for treatment, the officer said.

* Prime Minister Narendra Modi had put a national target to eliminate the disease that affects over 26 lakh Indians each year by 2025, five years ahead of WHO’s Sustainable Development Goals, the officer said.

* A National Strategic Plan for TB Elimination (2017-25) has also been launched reorienting the programme’s focus to ensure greater community engagement..

Source : The Print

Published On : December 14, 2022

2 .

Which state Forest department launched 'Vanikaran' project to restore natural vegetation?

A)

Karnataka

B)

Kerala

C)

Tamil Nadu

D)

Assam

Correct Answer : Kerala

The Kerala Forest department in association with Noolpuzha grama panchayat has launched the ‘Vanikaran’ (afforestation) project to root out invasive plants, especially Senna spectabilis, and restore natural forests.

The project was being executed on 30 hectares of forestland under the Sulthan Bathery forest range of the Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary, where exotic invasive plants, including Senna spectabilis, Eupatorium, Mikania micrantha, and Lantana camara, were posing a serious threat to the local species of trees, S. Ranjith Kumar, Assistant Wildlife Warden of the sanctuary.

About the Vanikaran project :

* As many as 87 workers of Kadambakkad, Golur and Kalichira tribal hamlets had planted 3,000 bamboo seedlings and 1,000 fruit plant saplings on 3.5 hectares of forestland so far, said Ms. Satheesh.

* Apart from planting the saplings, the authorities ensure the protection of plants for the next five years under the project. The workers have also constructed soil bunds and pits for harvesting rainwater to ensure availability of water for the saplings.

* The department had proposed the expansion of the project to 200 hectares in Sulthan Bathery, Kurichyad, and Muthanga forest ranges under the sanctuary in the coming years, she said. The panchayat was able to provide 2,756 working days to tribal families under the project..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : December 14, 2022

3 .

Chief Justice of India 'D Y Chandrachud' virtually inaugurated 10 District Court Digitisation Hubs (DCDH) in Which State?

A)

Bihar

B)

Odisha

C)

Uttar Pradesh

D)

Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer : Odisha

Chief Justice of India D Y Chandrachud on Monday(12th Dec 2022) virtually inaugurated 10 district court digitisation hubs (DCDH) in Odisha.

* With Monday's(12th Dec 2022) inauguration, a total of 15 DCDHs have now become functional in the state, with each catering to a neighbouring district, thus covering all 30 district courts.

* Appreciating the information and communication technology (ICT) measures adopted by the Orissa High Court under the leadership of its Chief Justice S Muralidhar, he said, "Digitisation should be accompanied by a push for e-filing of cases."

* He also said that the Orissa High Court, with its digitisation initiatives, is now a "role model" for all other high courts of the country.

* "Very soon, the Orissa High Court would be mentoring the entire judiciary of the nation in the field of digitisation."..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : December 14, 2022

4 .

On 13 December 2022 Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi participated in the program to celebrate whose 150th birth anniversary?

A)

Mrinalini Devi

B)

Dayananda Saraswati

C)

Swami Vivekananda

D)

Sri Aurobindo

Correct Answer : Sri Aurobindo

Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually participate in a programme commemorating Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birth anniversary on 13 December 2022.

The programme, being held in Kamban Kalai Sangam, Puducherry, under the aegis of Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav, will witness the Prime Minister releasing a commemorative coin and postal stamp in honour of Sri Aurobindo.

Sri Aurobindo, born on 15th August 1872, was a visionary who made lasting contributions to India’s freedom struggle.

Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav – an endeavour to celebrate the glorious history of India’s people, culture and achievements on the occasion of 75 years of independence – is commemorating Sri Aurobindo’s 150th birth anniversary by organising year long activities and programmes across the country, the PMO said.

Among these, the Digital Repository of Shri Kireet Joshi’s writings on Sri Aurobindo has been released. Several films such as A Spiritual History of India – in the Light of Sri Aurobindo, by Manoj Pavithran, and Koham-Soham by Arnab Choudhary were produced.

The City Exhibition - A Vision Takes Shape a state-of-the-art exhibition by Anupama Kundoo, on the ‘model town’ that Sri Aurobindo and the Mother spoke and worked towards, was inaugurated at India Space, Bharat Nivas, Auroville. .

Source : Mint

Published On : December 14, 2022

5 .

Prime Minister Launched Projects Worth Rs 75,000 Cr in which state on 11th Dec 2022?

A)

Gujarat

B)

Punjab

C)

Maharashtra

D)

Karnataka

Correct Answer : Maharashtra

Prime Minister Narendra Modi to lay the foundation stone and inaugurate projects worth Rs 75,000 crores in Maharashtra.

* Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated (11th Dec 2022) Phase - I of Samruddhi Mahamarg connecting Nagpur and Shirdi covering a distance of 520 Kms.

* The 701 Km expressway is one of India's longest expressways and will pass through Maharashtra’s 10 districts. It is being built at a cost of about 55,000 crore rupees. Mr. Modi said, Samruddhi Mahamarg will ensure seamless connectivity across Maharashtra.

* He said, it will not only reduce the distance between these two cities but will connect 24 districts of Maharashtra in a modern way and provide agricultural progress, pilgrimage development, promotion of industries and employment opportunities.

* Union Ministers Nitin Gadkari, Dr. Bharati Pawar and Raosaheb Danwe Patil, Maharashtra Chief Minister Eknath Shinde and Deputy Chief Minister Devendra Fadnavis were present on this occasion.

* The Prime Minister also dedicated AIIMS Nagpur to the nation to strengthen health infrastructure in the country. The foundation stone of the hospital was laid by the Prime Minister in July 2017. AIIMS Nagpur has been developed at a cost of more than 1,575 crore rupees.

* Earlier, the Prime Minister dedicated ‘Nagpur Metro Phase I’ to the nation, and laid the foundation stone of ‘Nagpur Metro phase- II’ at Khapri Metro Station this morning. The Prime Minister also flagged off two inaugural metro trains from Khapri to Automotive Square and Prajapati Nagar to Lokmanya Nagar.

* Phase I of the Nagpur Metro is developed at a cost of more than Rs 8650 crore while Phase- II will be developed at a cost of more than Rs 6700 crore.

* Nagpur-Bilaspur Vande Bharat Train connecting Nagpur and Bilaspur will be operated six days a week except for Saturdays from both sides. The travel time from Nagpur to Bilaspur will be reduced to 5 hours 30 mins from 7-8 hours.

* Prime Minister took a ride in the Nagpur Metro from Freedom Park Metro Station and interacted with students, those from the start-up sector and citizens from other walks of life..

Source : AIR

Published On : December 14, 2022

6 .

Who was formally elected as the president of the Cardiological Society of India (CSI) for one year (2023-24)?

A)

Dr Pratap Chandra Rath

B)

Dr. Ranga Reddy

C)

Dr. Tripti Deb

D)

Dr Alla Gopala Krishna Gokhale

Correct Answer : Dr Pratap Chandra Rath

Senior cardiologist from Hyderabad, Dr P C Rath (Dr Pratap Chandra Rath) has been elected as president of the Cardiological Society of India (CSI) for the year 2023-24, in the annual meeting held at Chennai on Monday(2th Dec 2022).

Dr. P C Rath, who is currently heading Cardiology wing at Apollo Hospitals, Jubilee Hills, is credited for pioneering several heart procedures including complex coronary angioplasty and stenting, robotic angioplasty and TAVI.

Cardiological Society of India, which is a national body of cardiologists of India and Indian cardiologists settled abroad, consists of more than 5000 members.

The CSI will be celebrating its 75th year in December, 2023 at Kolkata and president elect Dr P C Rath is expected to play a vital role in framing the scientific program for the platinum jubilee celebrations..

Source : Telangana Today

Published On : December 13, 2022

7 .

Which company inks MoU with Goa Tourism department to promote inclusive tourism?

A)

Vrbo

B)

Agoda

C)

Airbnb

D)

Skyscanner

Correct Answer : Airbnb

The Department of Tourism, Goa has signed an MoU with tha Airbnb to promote Goa Tourism.

This partnership aimed at encouraging travel to unique destinations that are lesser-known and enabling economically regenerative community-led tourism in the state.

Both joined hVrboands to scale homestay capacity across the state and provide support to Goan homestay Hosts in delivering quality tourism experiences to guests, both domestic and international..

Source : Economic Times

Published On : December 13, 2022

8 .

Who won 'Safety Performer of the Year' 2022 award by Delhi Airport?

A)

Air India

B)

SpiceJet

C)

Go First

D)

IndiGo

Correct Answer : SpiceJet

SpiceJet has been awarded the 'Safety Performer of the Year' award by GMR Delhi Airport Awards 2022 for being the top performer among the self-handling airlines and as it has been able to reduce ground safety violations significantly.

SpiceJet said its ground handling team at Delhi Airport achieved this performance through constant focus on quality improvements, innovation and hard work. Moreover, their role in minimising incidences of ground safety violations ensured compliance with safety guidelines and regulatory requirements.

"To be awarded the 'Safety Performer of the Year' by the country's biggest airport is indeed a proud moment for us. SpiceJet meeting the highest safety standards of our country's aviation regulators and airports is a great honor and a true reflection of what we truly stand for," GP Gupta, Chief Strategy Officer of SpiceJet.

"Safety of our passengers and employees is the top priority for us at SpiceJet. It is an integral part of all our functions and is ingrained in our culture. We will continuously strive to adopt the highest safety standards to provide a safe and secure travel environment for our passengers," he added.

Recently, the airline was audited by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), and its operations, safety processes, and systems were found to be strong and at par with the global best practices and safety standards..

Source : Mint

Published On : December 13, 2022

9 .

How many Zonal Cultural Centres(ZCCs) have been set up by the Ministry of Culture to conserve art?

A)

4 ZCCs

B)

5 ZCCs

C)

6 ZCCs

D)

7 ZCCs

Correct Answer : 7 ZCCs

Ministry of Culture has set up seven Zonal Cultural Centres (ZCCs) with headquarters at Patiala, Nagpur, Udaipur, Prayagraj, Kolkata, Dimapur and Thanjavur.

These centers aim to conserve and develop art, culture and crafts across the country. The government provides regular annual grant-in-aid for conducting various activities and programmes to ZCCs. However, no State and Union Territory wise funds are released by the Ministry for the purpose.

This information was given by the Minister of Culture, Tourism and Development of North Eastern Region G. Kishan Reddy while replying to a question in the Lok Sabha.

The Minister said, ZCCs organize a minimum 42 Regional Festivals for promotion of art and culture every year as per their programme calendar. He said, these centers also implement a number of schemes for preservation and promotion of various folk arts and culture of the country. .

Source : AIR

Published On : December 13, 2022

10 .

Poland's first astronaut, MirosÅ‚aw Hermaszewski when did passes away?

A)

13 December 2022

B)

12 December 2022

C)

11 December 2022

D)

10 December 2022

Correct Answer : 12 December 2022

MirosÅ‚aw Hermaszewski, Poland's first and only astronaut, has been passed away monday(12th Dec 2022) at the age of 81.

* He was a part of manned space flight for the USSR on June 27, 1978

* Along with MirosÅ‚aw Hermaszewski, Pyotr Klimuk (Soviet cosmonaut) circled the Earth in the Soyuz 30 spaceship that docked at the Salyut 6 orbital space station.

* They went around the globe 126 times.

* He was the 89th human to reach outer space.

Born : 15 September 1941, Lipniki, WoÅ‚yÅ„ Voivodeship

Died : 12 December 2022

Source : The Guardian

Published On : December 13, 2022