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1 .

Who has launched 'Repos Pay', a Mobile Electric Charging platform and 'Phy-gital', a Fintech Platform at 'Fuelling India 2022'?

A)

Eknath Shinde

B)

Sanjay Raut

C)

Narayan Rane

D)

Ravindra Phatak

Correct Answer : Narayan Rane

Union Minister of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) "Narayan Rane" launched ‘Repos Pay – a 'Mobile Electric Charging' platform and ‘Phy-gital’ - a Fintech Platform at ‘Fuelling India 2022’ event in Mumbai 15th july 2022.

‘Repos Pay’ is a platform where one can order a Mobile Electric Charging Vehicle on app and charge their vehicles. Repos Pay is an innovative financial platform that offers new ways for citizens to get involved in delivering clean energy to doorsteps and reap the benefits of the technologically powered payment solution.

‘Phy-gital’ is a Fintech Platform that will bring credit to fuel consumers (Buy Now Pay Later) through Technology. The energy fintech platform will facilitate fuel on credit solution for bulk consumers..

Source : PIB

Published On : July 18, 2022

2 .

When is "Nelson Mandela International Day" celebrated on every year?

A)

July 15th

B)

July 16th

C)

July 17th

D)

July 18th

Correct Answer : July 18th

Every year on July 18 the world marks Nelson Mandela International Day in a call to all for bringing change in their actions and inspiring others. It is a remembrance of the first democratically elected President of South Africa and his long years of struggle for justice against apartheid. This year is yet again an occasion to commemorate the legacy of Mandela who taught the world to promote peace, uphold human rights, and harmony with nature and dignity for all.

Theme for Nelson Mandela International Day 2022 : The theme for Nelson Mandela International Day 2022 is "do what you can with what you have and where you are," according to the United Nations. The theme finds significance given the geopolitical landscape in eastern Europe as well as sporadic conflicts in the Horn of Africa, followed by the crisis in Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, and various other parts of the world, as the UN chief notes. Last year it was "One Hand Can Feed Another."

History of Nelson Mandela Day : The day came about in November 2009, after the UN General Assembly recognised the former contributions of Mandela to peace and the fight for freedom. The UNGA adopted the resolution outlining the values and dedication to the service of humanity in conflict resolution, race relations, promotion, protection of human rights, fight against poverty, and more. It is celebrated on the birthday of Mandela. Later in 2014, the UNGA introduced the Nelson Mandela Prize to honour the achievements of those who dedicated their lives to humanity..

Source : Republicworld

Published On : July 18, 2022

3 .

Which state has reported Black fever cases in july 2022?

A)

Telangana

B)

West Bengal

C)

Kerala

D)

Karnataka

Correct Answer : West Bengal

Eleven districts of West Bengal have reported at least 65 cases of black fever or 'kala-azar' in the last couple of weeks, a senior official of the health department said, citing results of a state-administered surveillance.

The districts where maximum number of cases was registered include Darjeeling, Malda, Uttar Dinajpur, Dakshin Dinajpur and Kalimpong districts.

"Kala-azar was practically eradicated from West Bengal. A recent surveillance, however, led to the detection of 65 cases in 11 districts. Now that these cases have come to the fore, the state will be able to tackle the spread of the disease, the official said.

The districts of Birbhum, Bankura, Purulia, Murshidabad have also reported a few cases of black fever, mainly transmitted by bites of sandflies infected with the parasite leishmania donovani'..

Source : Business Standard

Published On : July 18, 2022

4 .

Who is open 22nd Bharat Rang Mahotsav 2022 to celebrate the Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav?

A)

Meenakshi Lekhi

B)

Kailash Choudhary

C)

Narendra Singh Tomar

D)

Arjun Ram Meghwal

Correct Answer : Arjun Ram Meghwal

Ministry of Culture, Government of India is celebrating India’s 75th year of Independence as Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav. On this occasion, National School of Drama (NSD), New Delhi is organizing a festival “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav- 22nd Bharat Rang Mahotsav, 2022 (Azadi Segment)” to remember and pay tribute to our freedom fighters, under “Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav 2022” from 16th July to 14th August 2022.

The opening ceremony of the festival was inaugurated by Minister of State for Parliamentary Affairs and Culture, Govt. of India "Sh. Arjun Ram Meghwal". Ms. Malini Awasthi, Padma Shree Awardee, Renowned Indian folk Singer and Sh. Arvind Kumar and Director, Ministry of Culture, were among those who were present on the occasion.

Published On : July 18, 2022

5 .

Who is Inaugurated New Census Data Workstation To Help Academics, Researchers Access Census Microdata?

A)

IIT Delhi

B)

IIT Bombay

C)

IIT Kanpur

D)

IIT kharagpur

Correct Answer : IIT Delhi

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi has inaugurated a new census workstation at the Economics Lab of Department of Humanities and Social Sciences. The Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India, Dr Vivek Joshi inaugurated the Census Data Workstation. The new workstation seeks to facilitate access to census microdata for academicians and researchers, Dr Joshi said. It will also help spread further awareness about the vast amount of data collected during the Census operations.

Professor Ashok Ganguli, Deputy Director (Strategy and Planning), IIT Delhi and Professor Angelie Multani, Head of the Department welcomed the initiative, an IIT Delhi statement said. An agreement between the Directorate of Census Operations, Delhi, and IIT Delhi was also signed by Ajay Garg, DCO Delhi, and Professor Ganguli.

The officials from the RGI office and IIT Delhi agreed upon the need to foster the mutual collaboration. Dr Joshi invited IIT Delhi to undertake research on census data and census operations.

A discussion was also held to explore the possibility of applications of AI, ML, and advanced data science techniques in digital census and for compiling information including on birth and death registration..

Source : NDTV

Published On : July 18, 2022

6 .

Who has formed a committee under the leadership of Additional Secretary Nidhi Khatri in an effort to provide an overall framework for the Right to Repair?

A)

Department of Expenditure

B)

Department of Higher Education

C)

Department of Consumer Affairs

D)

Ministry of External Affairs

Correct Answer : Department of Consumer Affairs

The Department of Consumer Affairs has formed a committee under the leadership of Additional Secretary "Nidhi Khatri" in an effort to provide an overall framework for the Right to Repair.

Anupam Mishra, Joint Secretary DoCA, Justice Paramjeet Singh Dhaliwal, G.S. Bajpai, Chancellor, Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala, Ashok Patil, Chair of Consumer Law and Practice, and members from stakeholders like ICEA, SIAM, consumer activists, and consumer groups make up the committee.

Creating a framework for the right to repair in India aims to empower local consumers and product buyers, harmonise commerce between original equipment makers and third-party buyers and sellers, place an emphasis on establishing sustainable use of products, and reduce e-waste.

Spare components are under the exclusive responsibility of manufacturers (regarding the kind of design they use for screws and other). A repair industry monopoly violates the customer’s freedom to chose.

Digital warranty cards make sure that a customer loses the ability to make a warranty claim if they purchase a product from a non-recognised business..

Source : PIB

Published On : July 18, 2022

7 .

Who has taken charge as Director (Technical) of REC Limited with effect from 12th July 2022?

A)

V.K. Singh

B)

J S Amitabh

C)

Kalpana Kaul

D)

R Lakshmanan

Correct Answer : V.K. Singh

V.K. Singh has taken charge as Director (Technical) of REC Limited with effect from 12th July, 2022, said a statement from the company on Friday(15th July 2022).

Before this elevation, Singh was Executive Director in REC holding portfolio of key business areas including Private Sector Project Management, Entity Appraisal and Procurement and is also a Director on the Board of REC Power Development and Consultancy Limited.

He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering from IIT Roorkee and has a career spanning more than 33 years across power sector PSUs, NTPC, PGCIL and REC..

Source : Mint

Published On : July 18, 2022

8 .

Who has launched "Jagriti" (mascot) for empowering consumers and generating awareness about their rights?

A)

Ministry of Defence

B)

Department of Consumer Affairs

C)

Border Roads Organisation

D)

Department of Defence Production

Correct Answer : Department of Consumer Affairs

The Department of Consumer Affairs has launched “Jagriti”, a mascot for empowering consumers and generating awareness towards their rights. Jagriti will be projected as an empowered consumer who is spreading awareness about consumer rights and addressing solutions to the problems faced by the consumers.

The “Jagriti” mascot will be used to generate consumer awareness about various themes of the Department. The Themes include provisions of Consumer Protection Act 2019, Hallmarking, National Consumer Helpline toll-free number 1915, provisions of weights and measures Act, decisions of the Central Consumer Protection Authority and testimonials by consumers on grievance redressal.

Jagriti mascot shall be shown along with tagline “Jago Grahak Jago” in all its media campaigns. .

Source : AIR

Published On : July 17, 2022

9 .

Which government has launched an "Aviation Passenger Charter" with an aim to help passengers know their rights?

A)

Indian government

B)

Russian government

C)

France government

D)

British government

Correct Answer : British government

The British government launched an "Aviation Passenger Charter" today(17th July 2022) to help passengers know their rights if they are faced with problems at airports after the widespread disruption seen this year. Long queues and cancelled flights caused by staff shortages have caused chaos at times, prompting airlines to cut back their schedules as the industry struggles to keep up with a surge in demand after the COVID-19 pandemic.

The new charter will help passengers know what to do if they are confronted by cancellations, delays or missing baggage, the government said. Transport Minister Grant Shapps said that passengers deserve reliable services, and to be properly compensated if things don't go to plan, and the chaotic scenes at airports are unacceptable.

Last month, the government published a 22-point support plan to avoid further disruption, including telling airlines to run "realistic" summer schedules and promising to speed up security checks..

Source : AIR

Published On : July 17, 2022

10 .

When the World Day for International Justice is observed on every year?

A)

July 15th

B)

July 16th

C)

July 17th

D)

July 18th

Correct Answer : July 17th

World Day for International Justice is observed on July 17th to commemorate the organisations that work for bringing justice to the victims of international criminal acts. It also commemorates the establishment of modern court systems in the world. The day focuses on the advocacy of fundamental human rights and the promotion of international criminal justice.

World Day for International Justice History : On July 17, 1998, 120 countries came together to sign a treaty titled Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court. The establishment came to be known as the International Criminal Court (ICC), which came into force on July 1, 2002. To celebrate the signing of the Rome Statute, World Day for International Justice has been celebrated every year ever since.

Out of the total countries that were summoned regarding the treaty, 120 countries were in favour of the treaty whereas twenty-one of the total countries called were against it. The countries that were against the Rome Statute included China, Israel, the United States, and Iraq.

Theme : The theme for World Day for International Justice 2022 is “Achieving Social Justice through Formal Employment”. The theme recognises how a section of the society suffered during (and after) the COVID-19 pandemic due to the loss of livelihood..

Source : CNBC TV18

Published On : July 17, 2022