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1 .

Which of the following organization has said that at least 15k died of hot weather in Europe in 2022?

A)

WHO

B)

WMO

C)

FAO

D)

UNEP

Correct Answer : WHO

World Health Organisation (WHO) has said that at least 15,000 people have died in Europe because of the hot weather in 2022 so far.

WHO’s Regional Director for Europe said that nearly 4,000 deaths in Spain, more than 1,000 in Portugal, more than 3,200 in the UK, and around 4,500 deaths in Germany were reported by the health authorities during 3 months of summer.

Published On : November 10, 2022

2 .

When is "World Science Day for Peace and Development" celebrated on every year?

A)

November 9

B)

November 10

C)

November 11

D)

November 12

Correct Answer : November 10

World Science Day for Peace and Development was proclaimed by the UN Educational, Scientific and UNESCO in 2001 under the UNESCO 31 C/Resolution 20.

World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated every year on November 10, around the globe, marking the significance of science in society.

It also highlights the need for people around the world to engage in gaining knowledge about science and its relevance in daily lives.

World Science Day for Peace and Development aims to keep the general population informed of developments in science. Meanwhile, It also celebrates the role scientists play in the sustainable development of our planet.

World Science Day for Peace and Development 2022 Theme : This year’s theme for World Science Day for Peace and Development is - Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development. According to the United Nations’ official website, it has been noted in the UNGA in December 2021 that ‘We need more basic science to achieve The 2030 Agenda and its 17 Sustainable Development Goals’.

They also mentioned that “it is true that the share of domestic research expenditure devoted to basic sciences varies widely from one country to another. According to data from the UNESCO Science Report 2021 for 86 countries, some devote less than 10% of their research expenditure to basic sciences and others more than 30%.”

The day is being commemorated within the International Year of Basic Sciences for Sustainable Development. Scientists, science communicators and science enthusiasts around the world are encouraged to prepare their own events to commemorate the day.

World Science Day for Peace and Development History : In 1999, UNESCO and the International Council for Science organized the first-ever World Scientific Conference in Budapest. At the event, several delegations agreed that there is a need for educating society about science. Here, by unanimous decision, a special day or week was to be dedicated to science. A year later, the UNESCO Executive Body adopted World Science Day for Peace and Development. It was to be commemorated on November 10, worldwide.

In 2001, World Science Day for Peace and Development generated many projects, programmes and funding for science around the world. It has also aimed to develop cooperation between scientists living in regions affected by conflict, such as the UNESCO-supported creation of the Israeli-Palestinian Science Organization (IPSO).

November 10, 2002 marked the first World Science Day for Peace and Development was celebrated around the globe. It brought together several partners, including governmental, intergovernmental and non-governmental organizations, UNESCO National Commissions, scientific and research institutions, professional associations, science teachers, schools and even the media.

World Science Day for Peace and Development Significance : World Science Day for Peace and Development is celebrated to raise awareness and make scientific literacy accessible for all. It is a day when scientists, researchers, and teachers alike can come together and help people understand the benefit of science and how it plays a key role in improving their lives.

The day is also commemorated in the hopes of raising awareness about how we can make our planet more sustainable. It is a means of maintaining sustainable development and promoting world peace. A day where people from all walks of life can come together and be educated about the latest discoveries in the field..

Source : News18

Published On : November 10, 2022

3 .

By which year will India become the third largest economy in the world, according to a report by Morgan Stanley?

A)

2026

B)

2027

C)

2028

D)

2029

Correct Answer : 2027

India will surpass Japan and Germany to become the third-largest economy by 2027, according to a report by Morgan Stanley. The country is also on track to have the largest stock market by 2030 following its key investments in technology and energy.

According to the report, India is the fastest-growing economy in the world and its gross domestic product (GDP) could double from the current $3.5 trillion to over $7.5 trillion by 2031.

India’s share of global exports could also double over that period, while the Bombay Stock Exchange could deliver 11% annual growth, reaching a market capitalization of $10 trillion in the coming decade.

Chetan Ahya, Morgan Stanley’s Chief Asia Economist, said India will be one of the only three economies in the world that can generate more than $400 billion in annual economic output growth from 2023 onwards. He added that the numbers will rise to more than $500 billion after 2028..

Source : India Today

Published On : November 10, 2022

4 .

Which government to host Khelo India National University Games in 2023-2024 in four cities?

A)

Telangana

B)

Karnataka

C)

Uttar Pradesh

D)

Madhya Pradesh

Correct Answer : Uttar Pradesh

The "Uttar Pradesh" government will be hosting the Khelo India National University Games in 2023-24 in four cities of the state. These cities are Lucknow, Gorakhpur, Varanasi and Noida.

According to Navneet Sehgal, additional chief secretary, sports, around 4,500 athletes, representing 150 universities across the country will be vying for top honours in 20 disciplines, including rowing, basketball, judo, kabaddi, wrestling, swimming, boxing, etc.

After Odisha and Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh has got the opportunity to host the National University Games for the first time.

As per the decisions made during a meeting of Khelo India representatives and UP government officials, disciplines like kabaddi, judo, archery, and fencing will be organised in Noida, whereas Gorakhpur is earmarked for rowing.

Events of wrestling, malkham and yoga will be held in Varanasi, whereas the rest of the events will take place in Lucknow.

"Athletes below 26 years will be participating in the National University Games. There will be a special focus on women's games. High quality facilities will be provided to the players participating in the competition"..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : November 10, 2022

5 .

Who inaugurated the 42nd International Congress of the Indian National Cartographic Association (INCA) in Dehradun?

A)

Bhagat Singh Koshyari

B)

Lt Gen Tarun Kumar Chawla

C)

Lt Gen Gurmit Singh

D)

Tamilisai Soundararajan

Correct Answer : Lt Gen Gurmit Singh

Uttarakhand Governor Lt Gen Gurmit Singh (Retd.) inaugurated the 42nd International Congress of the Indian National Cartographic Association (INCA) in Dehradun.

* The 42nd International Congress is being organized by the National Hydrographic Office from 9th November to 11th November 2022 at Dehradun, Uttarakhand.

* The Chief Hydrographer to the Govt. of India, Vice Admiral Adhir Arora, is the current President of INCA. The personnel of the Naval Hydrographic Department (NHD) working on the cutting edge of cartography have been active in the INCA since its inception in 1979.

* The NHO had earlier conducted the 37th INCA Congress at Dehradun from 01 to 03 Nov 2017.

* The INCA was founded in 1979 and has evolved into one of the largest organisations in the field of cartography with more than 3000 life and institutional members. Organisations such as the National Hydrographic Office (NHO), Survey of India, Indian Space Research Organisation, National Thematic Map Organisation and Universities are part of this Association.

* The body has various branches functioning at different centers across the country to harmonise various aspects of cartography. It is a matter of great pride that numerous cartographers, eminent scientists, planners and professionals have been participating in the Congress over the years.

Theme : The theme of the 42nd International Congress of the Indian National Cartographic Association is Digital Cartography to Harness Blue Economy..

Source : PIB

Published On : November 10, 2022

6 .

Who launched the Purple Fest logo at a function held in Manohar Parrikar Memorial Hall of Sanjay Centre for Education, Porvorim?

A)

Pramod Sawant

B)

Pushkar Singh Dhami

C)

Bhupendrabhai Patel

D)

Eknath Shinde

Correct Answer : Pramod Sawant

Goa "Chief Minister Pramod Sawant" launched logo of Purple Fest at a function held in Manohar Parrikar Memorial Hall of Sanjay Centre for Education, Porvorim on Tuesday(1st Nov 2022).

The event was organised by the Office of State Commission for Persons with Disabilities Goa in collaboration with Directorate of Social Welfare and Entertainment Society of Goa.

Goa Government is delighted to introduce Purple Fest – Celebrating Diversity, a first-of-its-kind inclusive festival that embraces, expresses and celebrates persons with disabilities. Government will provide 100 per cent facilities to the Divyangs in the State.

About the Purple fest : Purple fest will be different type of festival for which entire country is anxiously waiting for fest to happen. He said till date 2,000 entries has been registered and he expect more than 5,000 delegates for this mesmorising fest.

* The government will start sign language course in next year for the special people, which he assured to public.

AIM : The aim of the three-day inclusive festival is to illustrate how people can unite to support each other and make everyone in our society feel included.

* While the event is free for Goan delegates, exhibitors, and students with disabilities from around the country, other delegates need to pay a fee of Rs 1,000 to attend the Goa Purple Fest.

* There are two categories — individual and organisation – mentioned in the registration forms.

* NGOs or institutions who work in the field of disability will be allowed a 50 percent discount, the social welfare minister had said earlier. Organisations with more than 10 participants will be charged Rs 500 each..

Source : The Print

Published On : November 10, 2022

7 .

18th International Telemedicine Conference â€˜TELEMEDICON 2022â€™ to be held in which state from 10th to 12th November 2022?

A)

Telangana

B)

Haryana

C)

Gujarat

D)

Kerala

Correct Answer : Kerala

The Telemedicine Society of India is organising its 18th edition of the International telemedicine conference, “ Telemedicon 2022”, from 10th to 12th November 2022.

The Telemedicine Society of India is organising the conference in association with its Kerala chapter which is to be held at Amrita Hospital in Kochi.

The theme of the conference is “Strengthening Health Systems Through Sustainable Telemedicine and Digital Health”.

The sessions over 3 days will cover topics from space Telemedicine programs, Telehealth tourism, AI-based Telehealth systems, the Internet of Things, Virtual reality, etc.

The chairman of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), S.Somnath is also set to participate in the conference.

The conference is set to unfold the potential telemedicine holds in building a sound health infrastructure.

The conference would see participation from healthcare professionals, health insurance providers, online pharmacy chains, industrialists, scientists, research scholars, experts in the field of telemedicine and government agencies..

Source : News on Air

Published On : November 10, 2022

8 .

PM Gati Shakti Multimodal Waterways Summit to be held in which city on 11th Nov 2022?

A)

Pune

B)

Varanasi

C)

Mumbai

D)

Bangalore

Correct Answer : Varanasi

Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal will inaugurate the PM Gati Shakti Multimodal Waterways Summit at Varanasi on 11 November, the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways said in a statement.

* The Indian Waterways Authority of India (IWAI), under the aegis of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Government of India is organizing the ‘PM Gati Shakti Multimodal Waterways Summit’ on 11- 12 November, 2022.

* Sonowal will also unveil the inauguration and foundation stones of community jetties on National Waterways-1 (River Ganga) at Ravidas Ghat.

* The minister said that the government under the leadership of PM Modi- is committed to the idea of Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas, Sabka Vishwas, Sabka Prayaas.

* Sonowal added that the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan (NMP) is a transformative approach for improving logistics efficiency and reducing logistics cost to ensure first and last mile connectivity for seamless movement of people and goods.

* “MoPSW had identified 101 projects estimated to cost around Rs. 62,627 crores under Gati Shakti NMP which are aimed to be completed by 2024, while the target for the nine high-impact projects costing Rs. 1,913 crore is by the end of this fiscal year(FFY 2022-2023).".

Source : Mint

Published On : November 10, 2022

9 .

Which is the best educational institution in Southern Asia, according to the QS Asia University Rankings 2023?

A)

IIT Kanpur

B)

IIT Bombay

C)

IIT Delhi

D)

IIT Kharagpur

Correct Answer : IIT Bombay

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay is the top educational institute in South Asia, as per the recently released QS Asia University Rankings 2023.

IIT Bombay bagged 40th position in the QS ranking followed by IIT Delhi which secured rank 46. The Asia University Ranking 2023 was released on Tuesday, November 8 by the international ranking agency - Quacquarelli Symonds.

A total of 19 institutes made it to the list of top 200 universities which include IIT Bombay (rank 40), IIT Delhi (rank 46), IISc Bangalore (rank 52), IIT Madras (53), IIT Kharagpur (61), IIT Kanpur (66) University of Delhi (85), IIT Rorkee (114), JNU (119), IIT Guwahati (124), VIT Vellore (173), University of Calcutta (181), Jadavpur University (182), Anna University (185), Chandigarh University (185), IIT Indore (185), BITS Pilani (188), Jamia Millia Islamia (188), and Amity University Noida (200).

A total of 118 institutes featured in the list are from India, China- 128, Japan- 106, South Korea- 88.

China's Peking University topped the list, the top 10 Asian universities are-National University of Singapore (rank 2), Tsinghua University, Beijing (rank 3), The University of Hong Kong (rank 4), Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (rank 5), Fudan University, China (rank 6), Zhejiang University, China (rank 7), Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (rank 8), Universiti Malaya (UM), Kuala Lumpur (rank 9), Shanghai Jiao Tong University (rank 10)..

Source : NDTV

Published On : November 10, 2022

10 .

Mother Tongue Survey of India (MTSI) has been conducted by which Ministry?

A)

Ministry of Culture

B)

Ministry of Education

C)

Ministry of Home Affairs

D)

Ministry of Law and Justice

Correct Answer : Ministry of Home Affairs

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) has completed the Mother Tongue Survey of India (MTSI) with field videography of the country’s 576 languages.

“In order to preserve and analyse the original flavour of each indigenous Mother Tongue, it has been planned to set up a web-archive at the National Informatics Centre (NIC),” says the Home Ministry’s annual report for 2021-22.

What is the MTSI?

* According to the report, the Mother Tongue Survey of India is a project that “surveys the mother tongues, which are returned consistently across two and more Census decades”. It also documents the linguistic features of the selected languages.

* The report states that the NIC and the National Film Development Corporation (NFDC) will be documenting and preserving the linguistic data of the surveyed mother tongues in audio-video files. Video-graphed speech data of Mother Tongues will also be uploaded on the NIC survey for archiving purposes.

How many “mother tongues” does India have, and what is spoken the most?

* As per an analysis of 2011 linguistic census data in 2018, more than 19,500 languages or dialects are spoken in India as mother tongues.

* The category “mother tongue” is a designation provided by the respondent, but it need not be identical with the actual linguistic medium. After subjecting the 19,569 returns to linguistic scrutiny, edit and rationalisation, they were grouped into 121 mother tongues, the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India, had earlier said.

* According to the 2011 linguistic census, Hindi is the most widely spoken mother tongue, with 52.8 crore people or 43.6 per cent of the population declaring it as the mother tongue. The next highest is Bengali, mother tongue for 9.7 crore individuals, and accounting for 8 per cent of the population..

Source : Indian Express

Published On : November 9, 2022