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1 .
Which of the following Indian state has launched the 'Desh Ke Mentor' programme, for its school children studying in Classes IX to XII?
A)
Delhi
B)
Maharashtra
C)
Madhya Pradesh
D)
Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer :   Delhi

The Delhi government has launched a mentorship programme called ‘Desh Ke Mentor’, for children studying in Classes IX to XII of state government schools. Under the ‘Desh Ke Mentor’ programme, students will be mentored by professionals and academicians from across the country for 10-15 minutes daily on issues ranging from career choices to teenage-related concerns.

Published On : October 13, 2021
2 .
The 2021 State of the Education Report (SOER) for India: "No Teacher, No Class" has been launched by which organisation?
A)
NITI Aayog
B)
Microsoft India
C)
UNESCO India
D)
Ministry of Education

Correct Answer :   UNESCO India

The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) launched the 2021 State of the Education Report (SOER) for India: “No Teacher, No Class”, on the occasion of World Teacher’s Day, on October 05, 2021.

Published On : October 13, 2021
3 .
PM Modi recently addressed the 28th Foundation Day programme of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India.__________ is the Chairperson of the NHRC?
A)
Justice Indira Banerjee
B)
Justice Arun Kumar Mishra
C)
Justice Vikramajit Sen
D)
Justice Jagdish Singh Khehar

Correct Answer :   Justice Arun Kumar Mishra

Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi addressed the 28th NHRC Foundation Day programme, through video conferencing on October 12, 2021, in the presence of Union Home Minister Amit Shah and NHRC chairperson. Chairperson of NHRC is Justice Arun Kumar Mishra.

Published On : October 13, 2021
4 .
What is the name of the official mascot for U-17 Women's World Cup 2022?
A)
OYL
B)
DAFF
C)
IBHA
D)
LARRY

Correct Answer :   IBHA

The World football governing body, FIFA unveiled the official mascot of the U-17 Women’s World Cup India 2022 on October 11, 2021.The mascot named “IBHA” is an Asiatic lioness representing women power. It aims to inspire women and girls across the world to take the right decisions and reach their full potential.

Published On : October 13, 2021
5 .
Sardar Balvinder Singh Nakai, who has passed away was the Chairman of which of the following organistaion?
A)
BHEL
B)
IFFCO
C)
AMUL
D)
NALCO

Correct Answer :   IFFCO

The Chairman of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative Limited (IFFCO), Sardar Balvinder Singh Nakai, has passed away 11th Oct 2021 evening. He was born on December 5, 1934. He was 87 years old.
 
Balvinder Singh Nakai was appointed as the new Chairman of IFFCO in May 2019. IFFCO is a multi-state cooperative society engaged in the business of manufacturing and marketing of fertilisers. Its headquarter is in New Delhi.

Published On : October 13, 2021
6 .
How many action points have been recommended in the 2021 State of the Education Report (SOER) for India: 'No Teacher, No Class'?
A)
10
B)
15
C)
20
D)
25

Correct Answer :   10

The report presented a set of ten(10) action-oriented recommendations to address the challenges facing the teaching profession in India to help achieve the NEP 2020 vision and objective to ensure quality education for all in the country.

Published On : October 13, 2021
7 .
Which e-commerce company will provide 20,000 digital devices to underprivileged students in India?
A)
Myntra
B)
Flipkart
C)
Alibaba
D)
Amazon

Correct Answer :   Amazon

Amazon India announced on October 12, 2021 that it will directly provide 20,000 digital devices to students from underprivileged communities in India to empower them for a brighter future.

Published On : October 12, 2021
8 .
When is the World Arthritis Day observed?
A)
October 11th
B)
October 12th
C)
October 13th
D)
October 14th

Correct Answer :   October 12th

Around the world, World Arthritis Day is observed on October 12th. The goal of the day is to promote awareness about the effect and existence of musculoskeletal, which includes bones, muscles, ligaments, and soft tissue, and rheumatic disorders, which are autoimmune and inflammatory illnesses that damage muscles, joints, and organs. As people get older, they confront a variety of physical difficulties, with arthritis being one of the most frequent.
 
As a result, World Arthritis Day (WAD) is observed to raise awareness and educate people about the condition that causes joint difficulties. This year's World Arthritis Day is the 25th anniversary. The World Arthritis Day theme 2021 is "Don't Delay, Connect Today: Time2Work".

Published On : October 12, 2021
9 .
When did farmers observe Shaheed Kisan Diwas?
A)
October 10th
B)
October 11th
C)
October 12th
D)
October 13th

Correct Answer :   October 12th

The Sankyut Kisan Morcha (SKM) called for observing October 12th as Shaheed Kisan Diwas across India as a tribute to the four farmers and a journalist who died during the violence in Lakhimpur Kheri in Uttar Pradesh on October 3rd.

Published On : October 12, 2021
10 .
Which state has recently got GI tag for Kanyakumari clove?
A)
Kerala
B)
Karnataka
C)
Tamil Nadu
D)
Andhra Pradesh

Correct Answer :   Tamil Nadu

'Kanyakumari Clove' Gets GI Tag The clove grown in the hills of Kanyakumari district in Tamil Nadu has been awarded a geographical indication (GI). Due to the moderate temperature prevailing in Kanyakumari district, the fragrances in the cloves evaporate in small quantities, thus making it possible to obtain concentrated essential oils.

Published On : October 12, 2021