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1 .

When is "International Student's Day" observed on every year?

A)

November 18

B)

November 17

C)

November 16

D)

November 15

Correct Answer : November 17

International Students' Day is celebrated on November 17 every year. The day aims to emphasise the value of education for all students.

International Students' Day commemorates the storming of the University of Prague by Nazis in 1939 and the students who were subsequently killed and sent to concentration camps.

Source : Times Now News

Published On : November 17, 2022

2 .

The first edition of the Global Media Congress is taking place in which city?

A)

Delhi

B)

Paris

C)

Abu Dhabi

D)

New York

Correct Answer : Abu Dhabi

The launch edition of the Global Media Congress (GMC) opened 15th Nov 2022 in Abu Dhabi and is taking place between November 15 to November 17, 2022. Under the patronage of Sheikh Mansour bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of the Presidential Court.

The conference-cum-exhibition Congress is organised by ADNEC Group in partnership with Emirates News Agency (WAM).

The three-day event, taking place under the theme “Shaping the Future of the Media Industry”, sees participation from more than 1,200 media sector pioneers, specialists, and influencers from six continents in the globe, with more than 30 debates and workshops featuring more than 162 globally renowned speakers..

Source : Theprint

Published On : November 17, 2022

3 .

Who has been appointed as the Vice-President of Meta India on 17th Nov 2022?

A)

Leena Nair

B)

Nikesh Arora

C)

Arvind Krishna

D)

Sandhya Devanathan

Correct Answer : Sandhya Devanathan

Meta (formerly Facebook) on Thursday(17th Nov 2022) announced the appointment of Sandhya Devanathan as the Vice President of Meta India, as several key executives leave the company in recent days. She will start her new role on January 1, 2023, and will report to Dan Neary, Vice President, Meta APAC.

Devanathan will be a part of the APAC leadership team and will move back to India to lead the country’s organisation and strategy.

“Sandhya has a proven track record of scaling businesses, building exceptional and inclusive teams, driving product innovation and building strong partnerships. We are thrilled to have her lead Meta’s continued growth in India,” said Marne Levine, Chief Business Officer, Meta.

Devanathan will focus on bringing the organisation’s business and revenue priorities together to serve its partners and clients, while continuing to support the long-term growth of Meta’s business and commitment to India, said the company.

She joined Meta in 2016 and helped build out the Singapore and Vietnam businesses and teams as well as Meta’s e-commerce initiatives in Southeast Asia.

In 2020, she moved to lead gaming for APAC which is one of the largest verticals for Meta globally..

Source : India

Published On : November 17, 2022

4 .

When is 'International Day of Tolerance' celebrated every year?

A)

November 16th

B)

November 17th

C)

November 18th

D)

November 18th

Correct Answer : November 16th

Every year on November 16, people worldwide mark International Day for Tolerance. As the name suggests, the UN promotes tolerance by fostering mutual understanding among cultures and people.

Aim : The day aims at creating public awareness of the dangers of intolerance. The primary goal of establishing this day was to instil in students of educational institutions and the general public the notion that tolerance is a crucial component of society.

International Day of Tolerance History : The UN proclaimed 1995 to be the Year of Tolerance and on November 16 of the same year, UNESCO adopted the Declaration of Principles on Tolerance.

* The UN made the decision to establish International Tolerance Day in 1995 as a way to honour Mahatma Gandhi’s 125th birthday that year.

* Madanjeet Singh, who later served as the UN’s goodwill ambassador, sponsored the celebrations in 1995. Through his lifelong dedication to promoting tolerance, Madanjeet has made a significant contribution to achieving inter-communal harmony and peace.

* In this regard, UNESCO introduced an award to honour individuals for noteworthy achievements in the domains of communication, the arts, science, or any other subject that contributes to the advancement of tolerance, non-violence and universal human rights.

International Day of Tolerance Significance : Tolerance and non-violence are essential criteria for cohabitation. The goal of the day is to get people to appreciate the beauty of many viewpoints, ethnicities, faiths, and ideologies while also recognising the cultural diversity that exists. The main goals of this global movement are to promote the behaviour of respecting others’ rights and freedoms and to inform people about the negative repercussions of intolerance.

Tolerance is defined as “respect for, acceptance of, and appreciation of the great diversity of our world’s cultures, our forms of expression, and our ways of being human" in the 1995 UNESCO Declaration of Principles on Tolerance.

The significance of the day comes from the fact that tolerance is not only a moral requirement but also a contemporary necessity..

Source : News18

Published On : November 16, 2022

5 .

Which government has implemented Panchayat Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act?

A)

Jharkhand

B)

Chhattisgarh

C)

Madhya Pradesh

D)

Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer : Madhya Pradesh

Madhya Pradesh government has implemented the Panchayats Extension to Scheduled Areas (PESA) Act in the state, which aims to preserve the tribal population from exploitation with an active involvement of the Gram Sabhas.

* The PESA Act also gives special powers to the Gram Sabhas in Scheduled Areas especially for the management of natural resources.

* The formal announcement was made by President Droupadi Murmu at a function organised by state government on the occasion of 'Janjatiya Gaurav Divas' which marks the birth anniversary of tribal freedom fighter Birsa Munda -- in Shahdol district.

* The announcement was made in the presence of around one lakh tribal people, including women and youth, who had arrived from different parts of the state to celebrate the occasion.

* Madhya Pradesh Governor "Mangu Bhai Patel", Chief Minister "Shivraj Singh Chouhan" along with several tribal ministers from the state and the Centre were present on the occasion.

* Addressing the gathering, President lauded the BJP-ruled Madhya Pradesh government for the implementation of PESA Act. She said, she believes that the PESA Act will be used to empower the lives of tribal communities.

* Chief Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan said it will give more constitutional rights to the tribal people to reap the benefits of natural resources from the forest areas where they live..

Source : AIR

Published On : November 16, 2022

6 .

National Press Day is observed every year on?

A)

November 17th

B)

November 16th

C)

November 15th

D)

November 14th

Correct Answer : November 16th

National Press Day is observed on November 16th every year across the country as a day to commemorate the setting up of the Press Council of India, a statutory and quasi-judicial establishment.

The Press Council of India started functioning on this day. The day marks the presence of an independent and responsible press in India. The media is known as the fourth pillar of democracy.

Despite adverse circumstances, journalists are said to be a mirror of society, reflecting the truth. Symbolic of the freedom of the press and the responsibilities it has towards society, this day also marks the freedom of the press in the country.

National Press Day History : On November 16, 1966, the Press Council of India was established to monitor the quality of Indian press reporting. In 1956, India's First Press Commission envisioned a committee to protect journalism ethics and freedom of expression. All journalistic activities are monitored by the Press Council of India in order to maintain credibility.

Source : India Today

Published On : November 16, 2022

7 .

Which Indian state has completely banned the public display of firearms, and songs glorifying weapons?

A)

Haryana

B)

Bihar

C)

Punjab

D)

Uttar Pradesh

Correct Answer : Punjab

Under fire from the opposition over the law and order issue, the Punjab government on Sunday(13th Nov 2022) banned public display of firearms and songs promoting gun culture and violence.

* The state government also ordered a review of arms licenses within the next three months, according to an official order.

* Directions were also issued for registration of an FIR against those indulging in hate speech against any community, the order said.

* The AAP government has been facing flak from opposition parties for the alleged deteriorating law and order situation in the state.

* The state witnessed two major incidents — killing of Shiv Sena (Taksali) leader Sudhir Suri on November 4 and Dera Sacha Sauda follower Pardeep Singh on November 10.

* The state's Home department in a missive to police head, commissioners of police and senior superintendents of police said the chief minister had issued directions to take steps to maintain law and order in the state.

* According to the order, songs which glorify weapons and violence should be completely banned..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : November 16, 2022

8 .

Which countries have agreed to enhance partnership in areas such as future ICT, future mobile technologies and digital participation in digital education?

A)

India and Russia

B)

India and Iceland

C)

India and Estonia

D)

India and Finland

Correct Answer : India and Finland

India and Finland have agreed to enhance partnership in areas such as digital partnership in Future ICT, Future Mobile Technologies and digital education.

* Both countries also emphasised on having institutionalised joint working groups on areas of mutual interest.

* The decision was taken during a meeting between Finland’s Minister of Education and Culture, Petri Honkonen and Minister of Science and Technology, Jitendra Singh in New Delhi.

* He was accompanied by a high level delegation which later held a separate meeting with the Indian delegation in the presence of the two Ministers.

* Honkonen’s visit comes in the wake of the announcement made by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and his Finnish counterpart Sanna Marin during a Summit meeting on 16 March last year..

Source : Mint

Published On : November 16, 2022

9 .

Who has been appointed as a full-time member of NITI Aayog?

A)

Arvind Virmani

B)

N.K. Singh

C)

Jagdish Bhagwati

D)

Arvind Panagariya

Correct Answer : Arvind Virmani

Former Chief Economic Advisor "Arvind Virmani" has been appointed as a full-time member of NITI Aayog, according to an official notification.

Mr. Arvind Virmani served as the chief economic adviser in the finance ministry (2007-2009).

"The Prime Minister has approved the appointment of Shri Arvind Virmani, Founder, Chairman, Foundation for Economic Growth & Welfare as Full-Time Member, NITI Aayog with immediate effect and until further orders, on the same terms and conditions as are applicable to Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog," the Cabinet Secretariat's notification said.

He served as a member of the Technical Advisory Committee of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) on Monetary Policy from February 2013 to August 2016.

He was till end-2012, Executive Director at the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Washington DC, representing India, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka and Bhutan..

Source : The Hindu

Published On : November 16, 2022

10 .

In India, National Newborn Week is celebrated every year from___________.

A)

12 November to 18 November

B)

13 November to 19 November

C)

14 November to 20 November

D)

15 November to 21 November

Correct Answer : 15 November to 21 November

In India, National Newborn Week is celebrated every year from 15 to 21 November. This week aims to reinforce the importance of neonatal health as a priority area of the health sector and reduce infant mortality by improving health care conditions for infants in the neonatal period. The main purpose of celebrating this week is to raise awareness about the care of newborn babies.

National Newborn Week 2022 Theme : The theme of this week is ‘Safety, Quality and Nurturing Care – Every Newborn’s Birth Right’. This year’s theme for NNW has been chosen to ensure reaching every newborn with quality and developmentally supportive health care services rendering safety and dignity at all service delivery platforms – Health Facilities, Community Outreach Sessions, and Homes etc.

The neonatal period (first 28 days of life) is the most crucial and alarming period for child survival as this period carries the highest risk of deaths per day than any other period during the childhood. The first month of life is also a foundational period for lifelong health and development. Healthy ones grow into healthy adults who can thrive and contribute to their communities and societies.

Main causes of newborn death :

* Prematurity.
* Severe infections.

* Complications during birth.

The major causes of newborn deaths in India are pre-maturity/preterm (35%), neonatal infections (33%), intra-partum related complications/ birth asphyxia (20%), and congenital malformations (9%).

India Newborn Action Plan (INAP) : INAP was launched in September 2014, for accelerating the reduction of preventable newborn deaths and stillbirths in the country – with the goal of attaining ‘Single Digit Neo-natal Mortality Rate (NMR) by 2030’ and ‘Single Digit Still Birth Rate (SBR) by 2030’. Currently, there are estimated 7.47 lakh neonatal deaths annually. The neo-natal deaths are expected to reduce to below 2.28 lakh annually by 2030, once the goal is achieved.

The India Newborn Action Plan (INAP) is India’s committed response to the Global Every Newborn Action Plan (ENAP), launched in June 2014 at the 67th World Health Assembly, to advance the Global Strategy for Women’s and Children’s Health.

Published On : November 16, 2022