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1 .

Who has assumes charge as new Secretary for "Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY)" in May 2022?

A)

Ms. Simmi Chaudhary

B)

Alkesh Kumar Sharma

C)

Dr. Jaideep Kumar Mishra

D)

Shri Avneesh Gupta

Correct Answer : Alkesh Kumar Sharma

Alkesh Kumar Sharma (1990 batch IAS of Kerala cadre) has assumed charge as Secretary, Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY) here today. He is an Indian Administrative Services Officer of 1990 batch, from Kerala cadre.

Prior to this, he served as the Additional Secretary and Secretary in Cabinet Secretariat.

He was also chairman of Indian Highways Management Company and implemented FASTAG system of toll collection.

Sharma worked as Chief Executive Officer & Managing Director of the National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation Limited (NICDC) (earlier DMICDC) from October 2015 to September 2019. He was also CEO of National Industrial Corridor Development and Implementation Trust (NICDIT).

The Industrial Corridors are being developed by the Government of India as global manufacturing and investment destinations by setting up investment regions supported by the world-class infrastructure and enabling policy framework. He was also member of the Task Force on Programme/Project management set up by NITI Aayog, Govt. of India.

Source : PIB

Published On : May 7, 2022

2 .

When the "World Athletics Day" Celebrates on every year?

A)

May 4th

B)

May 5th

C)

May 6th

D)

May 7th

Correct Answer : May 7th

The world, May 7th is celebrated annually as World Athletics Day. Introduced in 1996, the day aims to spread awareness among the youth about athletics. It was also introduced as a social responsibility project titled ‘Athletic for a better world’ by the International Association of Athletics Federations (IAAF).

The special day is observed across the globe to promote the importance of fitness and health. And therefore, several schools and colleges celebrate the day by organising many sports competitions and encouraging the students to be a part of it.

However, the pandemic has caused a huge hurdle in smoothly functioning such lively activities, we can take out time to learn more about the history and significance of the day.

The day was founded by International Association of Athletics Federations(IAAF) president Primo Nebiolo in 1996. IAAF was founded on July 17, 1912, in Sweden’s Stockholm; its name was later changed to International Association of Athletics Federation.

Source : News18

Published On : May 7, 2022

3 .

'Enterprise India National Coir Conclave 2022' was launched by Union MSME Minister Shri Narayan Rane and MSME Assistant Minister Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma in which state?

A)

Tamil Nadu

B)

Karnataka

C)

Telangana

D)

Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer : Tamil Nadu

Union Minister for MSME Shri Narayan Rane and Minister of State for MSME Shri Bhanu Pratap Singh Verma along with other State Ministers and senior officials inaugurated the ‘Enterprise India National Coir Conclave 2022’ being organised under the “Azadi ka Amrit Mahotsav” at Coimbatore, "Tamil Nadu". Speaking on the occasion Shri Rane emphasized on the development of new products and new applications of coir through product development, product diversification& adoption of new technologies.

The Minister said coir has got immense potential and can really play an instrumental role in enhancing exports and adding to MSME’s share in GDP of the country. He added that coir is a good example of ‘waste to wealth’, which provides a sustainable solution, as it is eco-friendly and helps conservation of water and soil.

Shri Rane stated that coir industry provides employment to more than 7 lakh people in the rural areas of the coconut growing states. More interestingly, 80% of these artisans are women but its production has so far been confined to the southern coconut producing States/UTs in the country. He said the Ministry of MSME intends to promote coir production in other States in the country and towards this Government has taken numerous initiatives to popularize the use of coir for consumer and industrial use, especially as a replacement for many non-degradable products.

Source : PIB

Published On : May 7, 2022

4 .

Who has been named the Managing Director of TVS Motor Company in May 2022?

A)

Yoshihiro Hidaka

B)

Kenichi Ayukawa

C)

Pawan Kumar Goenka

D)

Sudarshan Venu

Correct Answer : Sudarshan Venu

Automobile maker TVS Motor Company has announced the elevation of "Sudarshan Venu" as Managing Director of the company, effective 5th May 202. He has played a pivotal role in the company's growth in India and key international markets, including Asia, Africa, and more recently in Europe, the company stated.

Ralf Dieter Speth, Chairman, TVS Motor Company, said, “Sudarshan has got a clear vision and brings with him both a tremendous passion for advanced technologies and sustainable growth, deep-seated in values. He thinks future-oriented, staying ahead of the emerging trends. Personal, smart mobility, including electrification, are two of his big areas of focus. I am sure that with his leadership, the company will grow stronger and further pivot to the future.”

Venu Srinivasan, Chairman Emeritus, TVS Motor Company, said, “Sudarshan’s extraordinary efforts have witnessed key decisions to develop aspirational products and grow fast in India and overseas. He has also led some key acquisitions and the expansion of group companies. We are confident that under his leadership, TVS Motor will transform into a leading mobility player globally.”

Sudarshan Venu, Managing Director, TVS Motor Company, said, “I am very thankful for this special opportunity and very excited for the future. With the continued guidance of my father and Sir Ralf and the support of the Board and team, I look forward to further embracing the future of mobility."

Source : Business Today

Published On : May 7, 2022

5 .

On which day does the Border Roads Organisation (BRO) to celebrate Raising Day?

A)

5th May

B)

6th May

C)

7th May

D)

8th May

Correct Answer : 7th May

* The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) was founded on 7th May 1960 as a leading road construction agency under the Ministry of Defence with Shramena Sarvam Sadhyam (everything is achievable through hard work) as its motto.

* Defence Minister Rajnath Singh mentioned the recent announcement of an increase in capital budget of BRO by 40 per cent to 3,500 crore rupees in Financial Year 2022-23, reiterating the Government’s commitment to the country's security and development of border areas.

* It is a leading road construction agency under the Ministry of Defence.

* Its primary role is to provide road connectivity in India’s border areas. It also creates upgrades and maintains infrastructure along borders to meet India’s overall tactical and strategic goals.

* Apart from road construction it also executes maintenance works along Northern and Western frontiers mainly to meet the strategic requirements of the Indian Army. It is responsible for over 53,000 Km of roads.

* Its work involves Formation Cutting, Surfacing, Bridge construction and Resurfacing.

* It contributes toward India’s strategic objectives in neighbouring regions by constructing roads in friendly foreign nations like Afghanistan, Bhutan, Myanmar, Sri Lanka and Nepal.

* Disaster management: It has played important role in reconstruction work after the tsunami in Tamil Nadu in 2004, the Kashmir earthquake in 2005, the Ladakh flash floods in 2010 etc.

Source : News On Air

Published On : May 7, 2022

6 .

What is the percentage increase in India mortality rate by 2020 according to CRS?

A)

5.3 percent

B)

6.2 percent

C)

7.0 percent

D)

7.8 percent

Correct Answer : 6.2 percent

According to the report, the number of registered births has decreased from 2.48 crore in 2019 to 2.42 crore in the year 2020 showing a decrease of about 2.40 percent.

The Vital Statistics of India based on the Civil Registration System’ for 2020 report said that case of registered deaths, the number has increased from 76.4 lakh in the year 2019 to 81.2 lakhs in 2020 showing an increase of 6.2 percent.

Out of the total registered deaths, the share of males is 60.2 percent and the female share is 39.8 percent.

Some states and union territories namely Maharashtra, Bihar, Gujarat, West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Assam, and Haryana have contributed significantly to the increased number of deaths registered from 2019 to 2020.

In the report, NITI Aayog Member(Health) Dr. V K Paul said that the number of births and deaths incorporated in the report are actual numbers which are collected from around 3 lakh registration units across the country. Dr Paul said, there is no modeling in it.

CRS is a universal, continuous, compulsory, and permanent recording of birth, death, and still birth. Registration of birth and death is done under Registration of Birth and Death Act (RBD), 1969. These figures include deaths due to COVID-19 and other reasons.

Source : News On Air

Published On : May 7, 2022

7 .

Which government will provide free wi-fi facilities at more than 58 thousand places in the villages of the state?

A)

Uttar Pradesh

B)

Andhra Pradesh

C)

Madhya Pradesh

D)

Arunachal Pradesh

Correct Answer : Uttar Pradesh

Uttar Pradesh government will provide free wi-fi facility at more than 58 thousand places in the villages of the state. This internet facility will be available for the people within 50 meters of the Gram Sachivalaya (village secretariat) building which is being built in every Gram Panchayat of the state.

In order to make every village a smart village, high-speed internet connectivity will be provided to the village secretariats and free high-speed Wi-Fi internet facility will be provided to the villagers within a radius of 50 meters of the village secretariat building. The process of establishment of village secretariats in 58,189 gram panchayats of the state is going on continuously.

The government informed that the Gram Panchayat office was being established in the name of 'Gram Sachivalaya'. Arrangements are also being made to ensure that all the documents/records/documents required by the villagers can be obtained through Panchayat Assistant/Common Service Center (CSC) in the village secretariat..

Source : News On Air

Published On : May 7, 2022

8 .

Who is signs MoU with AVA for trafficking free nation?

A)

Indian Armed Forces

B)

Indian Air Force

C)

National Security Guard

D)

Railway Protection Force

Correct Answer : Railway Protection Force

* Railway Protection Force (RPF) has signed MoU with Association for Voluntary Action (AVA) for a trafficking free nation.

* It will enhance the scale, reach and effectiveness of Operation AAHT (Action against Human Trafficking) launched by RPF across the nation.

* RPF is entrusted with the responsibility of security of railway property, passenger area and passengers.

* RPF has also set up Anti Human Trafficking Units (AHTUs) at more than 740 locations across India

Source : PIBa

Published On : May 7, 2022

9 .

Which country embarks on the World's Largest "Film Restoration Project"?

A)

USA

B)

India

C)

Franec

D)

Canada

Correct Answer : India

Information and Broadcasting Minister, "Anurag Thakur" said that an amount of Rs. 363 crore has been allotted for the world’s largest film restoration project under the National Film Heritage Mission. The mission was launched in 2016 with an outlay of 597 crore rupees. It aims at preserving, restoring and digitizing the cinematic heritage.

The Minister informed that the process of restoring over 5900 short films, documentaries and features is underway. He said this exercise carried out by the National Film Archive of India proves to be one of the world’s biggest restoration, conservation, preservation and digitization process undertaken. The Minister also held a meeting to review the functioning of the Film and Television Institute of India, FTII and deliberated on the vision of taking FTII to international standards of excellence. Mr. Thakur said FTII should nurture entrepreneurial skills and equip students to launch start ups in film and television productions.

Published On : May 7, 2022

10 .

Who was inaugurates Health Summit 2022 in Gujarat?

A)

Mansukh Mandaviya

B)

Ashwini Vaishnaw

C)

Nusrat Jahan

D)

Dharmendra Pradhan

Correct Answer : Mansukh Mandaviya

Union Health Minister "Dr. Mansukh Mandaviya" on Thursday(5th May 2022) inaugurated a three-day Swasthya Chintan Shivir- Health Summit at Kevadiya in Gujarat.

Speaking on this occasion, Dr. Mandaviya said that the main objective of this Chintan Shivir will be a detailed discussion on various topics and policies related to the health sector and discussion on the future road map with a holistic approach. He said that the nectar emanating from this Shivir through 'Sabka Prayas' will give a new impetus to the goal of 'Healthy India'.

Dr. Mandaviya said that the Narendra Modi Government is committed to develop health facilities as a common model for the people by making them qualitative, accessible and affordable. He assured everyone to work with participation and cooperation by taking the goal of 'Healthy State, Healthy Nation'.

This Swasthya Chintan Shivir is being organized as a part of the 14th Convention of the Central Council of Health and Family Welfare - CCHFW. The Health Ministers of different States and Union Territories along with members of NITI Aayog and other senior officials are participating in this summit. It will also discuss India's fight against COVID-19 and the Centre’s initiative on 'Heal by India and Heal in India'.

Another significant focus area in this Swasthya Chintan Shivir is to inspire states to boost National Health Infrastructure since the budget assigned to various States and Union Territories is often seen to be under-utilized.

Source : News On Air

Published On : May 6, 2022