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- Which of the following points is/are “correct” with respect to the visit of President of India, Droupadi Murmu to Odisha and Andhra Pradesh (AP) in November 2023?
A) President Droupadi Murmu attended the inaugural session of the 36th Annual Conference and Literary Festival of All India Santali Writers Association at Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha.
B) President along with Arjun Munda, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs (MoTA) inaugurated the new Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) campus at Kuliana, Mayurbhanj (Odisha).
C) President addressed the 42nd Convocation of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning held at Sai Hira Convention Hall in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh (AP).
1) All A, B & C
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) Only AAnswer- 1) All A, B & C
Explanation:
Droupadi Murmu, President of India, was on an official visit to Odisha and Andhra Pradesh (AP) from November 20 to 22, 2023. During her visit,
On 20th November 2023, President Droupadi Murmu attended the inaugural session of the 36th Annual Conference and Literary Festival of All India Santali Writers Association at Baripada, Mayurbhanj district, Odisha.
During her visit (on 20th November 2023), President Droupadi Murmu along with Arjun Munda, Union Minister for Tribal Affairs (MoTA) inaugurated the new Eklavya Model Residential School (EMRS) campus at Kuliana, Mayurbhanj (Odisha).
President Droupadi Murmu flagged off 3 new trains from Badampahar railway station in Mayurbhanj, Odisha.
The 3 new trains are:
Badampahar-Tatanagar MEMU(Mainline Electric Multiple Unit)
Badampahar-Rourkela Weekly Express
Badampahar-Shalimar Weekly Express
President Droupadi Murmu launched the Education Campaign titled “New Education for New India ” of Brahma Kumaris in Sambalpur, Odisha. The event was organised by Brahma Kumari Iswariya University.
President Droupadi Murmu graced and addressed the 15th annual convocation of Veer Surendra Sai University of Technology at Burla, Sambalpur, Odisha.
On 22nd November 2023, She addressed the 42nd Convocation of Sri Sathya Sai Institute of Higher Learning held at Sai Hira Convention Hall in Puttaparthi, Andhra Pradesh (AP). - Name the GoI Department that has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed an MoU with the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA).
1) Department of School Education & Literacy
2) Department of Art & Culture
3) Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
4) Department of Youth Affairs
5) Department of Women & Child DevelopmentAnswer-3) Department of Social Justice & Empowerment
Explanation:
The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment (DoSJE), Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment(MoSJE), and the International Society for Krishna Consciousness (ISKCON) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for Nasha Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan (NMBA) to synergize efforts in combating drug abuse and building a healthier, addiction-free nation.
i. This collaboration would help in spreading the message of NMBA among the youth, women, students, etc.
ii. The partnership with religious/spiritual organisations will boost the efforts towards achieving drug-sensitized India.
iii. Under this partnership, ISKCON will publicize the NMBA campaign at all their meetings and gatherings.
Note: The Department of Social Justice and Empowerment is the Nodal agency for Drug Demand Reduction. - Which institute/defence sector has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed an MoU with Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS) to provide a framework for initiating collaboration in Defence Technology?
1) Central Reserve Police Force
2) Defence Research & Development Organisation
3) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
4) Aeronautical Development Agency
5) Defence Metallurgical Research LaboratoryAnswer-3) Council of Scientific and Industrial Research
Explanation:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Headquarters, Integrated Defence Staff (HQ IDS), and the Council of Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) in New Delhi, Delhi.
i. The MoU aims to provide a framework for initiating collaborative interaction between CSIR Labs, HQ IDS, and Armed Forces (Indian Army, Indian Navy, and Indian Air Force).
ii. The partnership focuses on
Enhancing scientific understanding of defence-related technologies
Developing dual-use technologies related to defence.
Undertaking joint research and development in dual-use technologies - In November 2023, the Indian Armed Forces took part in the ___________ edition of the Joint Military Exercise with Australian Army in “AUSTRAHIND-23,” held in Perth, Australia.
1) 4th
2) 6th
3) 3rd
4) 5th
5) 2ndAnswer-5) 2nd
Explanation:
The Indian Armed Forces takes part in the 2nd edition of the Joint Military Exercise with Australian Army in “AUSTRAHIND-23,” it is being held from November 22nd to December 6th, 2023, in Perth, Australia.
Exercise “AUSTRAHIND” is an annual exercise that will be held alternatively in India and Australia. The 1st edition of the “AUSTRAHIND’ was held in 2022 in Mahajan Field Firing Ranges (MFFR) in Mahajan, Rajasthan.
i. The Indian contingent includes 60 personnel from a Battalion of the Gorkha Rifles regiment of the Indian Army, One officer from the Indian Navy(IN), and 20 personnel from the Indian Air Force(IAF).
ii. The Australian contingent includes 60 personnel from the 13th Brigade of the Australian Army, 20 personnel each from the Royal Australian Navy and Royal Australian Air Force. - In November 2023, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a loan package of USD _____________ for Maharashtra Tertiary Care and Medical Education Sector Development Program.
1) 400 million
2) 500 million
3) 250 million
4) 300 million
5) 450 millionAnswer-2) 500 million
Explanation:
On November 23, 2023, the Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a loan package of USD 500 million for Maharashtra Tertiary Care and Medical Education Sector Development Program which envisages to improve access to quality and affordable tertiary health care and medical education in Maharashtra.
i. Utilization of funds:
The funding by ADB will be utilised towards the following priorities of the Program:
Addressing remaining poverty and reducing inequalities
Accelerating progress in gender equality
Tackling climate change, building climate and disaster resilience, and enhancing environmental sustainability
Strengthening governance and institutional capacity
ii. The program aims to develop tertiary care and medical education infrastructure using the sector development program (SDP) modality. It will also focus on quality improvement of this sector. - Which company has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed a USD 125 million financing pact with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to support financing in rural and peri-urban areas of India?
1) L&T Finance Limited
2) Mahindra and Mahindra Financial Services Limited
3) Shriram Finance Limited
4) Bajaj Finance Limited
5) Cholamandalam Investment and Finance LimitedAnswer-1) L&T Finance Limited
Explanation:
Mumbai, Maharashtra based L&T Finance Limited(LFT), a Non-Banking Financial Company (NBFC) and a subsidiary of Larsen & Toubro Limited (L&T), signed a USD 125 million financing pact with Asian Development Bank (ADB) to support financing in rural and peri-urban areas of India, especially for women borrowers.
i. The funding comprises a loan of up to USD 125 million from ADB and an agreement to syndicate an additional USD 125 million in co-financing from other development partners.
ii. 40% is designated for women borrowers and the remainder supporting farmers, MSMEs (Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises), and two-wheeled vehicle purchases. - Which organisation/bank has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed an MoU with the Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis (TB), & Malaria (the Global Fund) to tackle the impact of climate Change on Health?
1) United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change
2) World Health Organization
3) International Monetary Fund
4) World Bank
5) United Nations Environment ProgrammeAnswer-4) World Bank
Explanation:
On November 22, 2023, a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the World Bank (WB) and the Global Fund to Fight AIDS(Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome), Tuberculosis(TB), and Malaria (the Global Fund) to improve their collaboration on climate change’s impact on health.
Aim: To support more efficient, effective, and sustainable financing to improve health outcomes in the face of climate change. - Name the bank that has recently (in Nov ‘23) signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with UK Export Finance (UKEF) to establish a financing programme of up to 100 million Pounds.
1) Standard Chartered Bank India
2) DBS Bank India
3) HSBC India
4) CSB Bank India
5) Citibank IndiaAnswer-3) HSBC India
Explanation:
The Hong Kong and Shanghai Banking Corporation Limited, India (HSBC India) have signed a Letter of Intent (LoI) with UK Export Finance (UKEF), the United Kingdom (UK)’s export credit agency, to establish a financing programme of up to 100 million Pounds.
i. This programme will support Indian Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and corporates for financing their imports from the UK.
ii. HSBC India and UKEF will collaborate to originate, structure, and extend financing and credit facilities for Indian MSMEs. - Which company has recently (in Nov ‘23) received the “Best Employer for Policies in Diversity & Inclusion” Award?
1) Vedanta Limited
2) Indian Oil Corporation Limited
3) National Aluminium Company Limited
4) REC Limited
5) Oil India LimitedAnswer-4) REC Limited
Explanation:
REC Limited (Formerly Rural Electrification Corporation Limited) received the “Best Employer for Policies in Diversity & Inclusion” Award.
i. It was awarded at the 4th Diversity & Inclusion Excellence Awards and Conclave 2023 organized by the Associated Chambers of Commerce & Industry of India (ASSOCHAM) in New Delhi, Delhi.
ii. REC was awarded for its commitment to creating a workplace that accommodates differences, fosters innovation, and promotes equal opportunities for all employees. - In November 2023, Justice ___________, 1st woman Judge of the Supreme Court of India and former Governor of Tamil Nadu (TN) passed away.
1) Sujata Manohar
2) Gyan Sudha Misra
3) Ruma Pal
4) Ranjana Desai
5) M Fathima BeeviAnswer-5) M Fathima Beevi
Explanation:
Justice M Fathima Beevi, India’s 1st woman Judge of the Supreme Court of India and former Governor of Tamil Nadu(TN) passed away at the age of 96 in Kollam, Kerala. She was born in April 1927 in Pathanamthitta, Kerala.
She was the 1st Muslim woman judge to be appointed to any higher judiciary.
She was also the 1st woman to become a Supreme Court Justice in an Asian country.
i. Fathima Beevi started her career in 1950 as an advocate in Kerala. She topped the Bar Council exam and became the first woman to receive a Bar Council gold medal.
ii. In 1958, She was appointed as Munsiff in the Kerala Sub-ordinate Judicial Services and promoted as the Sub-ordinate Judge in 1968.
She served as the Governor of TN from 1997 to 2002. During her tenure as Governor of TN, she served as the Chancellor of Madras University.
iii. She was also awarded the Bharat Jyoti Award and the US-India Business Council (USIBC) LifeTime Achievement Award.
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