Current Affairs Quiz - October, 2019
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1. Dr. K Siva Reddy, who has been awarded the Saraswati Samman 2018, is associated to which language?
[A] Malayalam
[B] Tamil
[C] Telugu
[D] Odia
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Correct Answer: C [Telugu ]
Notes:
Telugu poet Dr. K Siva Reddy has been awarded the prestigious Saraswati Samman 2018 for his collection of poetry titled ‘Pakkaki Ottigilite (Turning Aside While Lying Down)’. The award has been conferred by the KK Birla Foundation & carries a cash prize of Rs 15 lakh, a citation and a plaque.
2. Which Indian scientist has won the M P Birla Memorial Award 2019?
[A] Jayant Narlikar
[B] Thanu Padmanabhan
[C] Yamuna Krishnan
[D] Sulabha K. Kulkarni
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Correct Answer: B [Thanu Padmanabhan]
Notes:
Noted Physicist Thanu Padmanabhan, a professor of Inter-university Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics in Pune, has won the M P Birla Memorial Award 2019 for his contributions to the world of cosmology. It consists of a citation, trophy and a cheque for Rs 2,51,000.
3. International opera singer Jessye Norman, who has passed away recently, is from which country?
[A] France
[B] Sweden
[C] United States
[D] United Kingdom
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Correct Answer: C [United States]
Notes:
Jessye Norman (74), the renowned international opera singer of the 20th Century, has passed away in New York, United States. She was a pioneering young black woman in the white world of classical music & showcased her majestic the voice in performances around the world. She won four Grammy Awards and the National Medal of Arts.
4. Who has been appointed as new Principal Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB)?
[A] KS Dhatwalia
[B] Sitanshu Kar
[C] Ira Joshi
[D] Satyendra Prakash
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Correct Answer: A [KS Dhatwalia]
Notes:
KS Dhatwalia, the senior Indian Information Service (IIS) officer, has been appointed as the Principal Director General of Press Information Bureau (PIB). Mr. Dhatwalia will continue to hold the additional charge of Director General, Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC).
5. What is the theme of the 2019 edition of International Day of Older Persons?
[A] Longevity: Shaping the Future
[B] Rights of Older Persons
[C] Take A Stand Against Ageism
[D] The Journey to Age Equality
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Correct Answer: D [The Journey to Age Equality]
Notes:
The International Day of Older Persons is observed every year on 1st October to highlight the important contributions that older people make to society and raise awareness of the opportunities and challenges of ageing in today’s world. The 2019 theme is ‘The Journey to Age Equality’.
6. Who has been appointed the new CEO of MyGov India?
[A] Mahesh Kale
[B] Ajay Chakrabarty
[C] Abhishek Singh
[D] Arvind Gupta
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Correct Answer: C [Abhishek Singh]
Notes:
Abhishek Singh, the 1995-batch IAS officer of Nagaland cadre, has been appointed the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of MyGov India, the government’s citizen-centric online platform. He succeeded tech entrepreneur Arvind Gupta. The aim of MyGov India is to empower people to connect with the government and contribute towards good governance.
7. Annu Rani is associated to which sports?
[A] Javelin Throw
[B] Cricket
[C] Wrestling
[D] Boxing
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Correct Answer: A [Javelin Throw]
Notes:
Annu Rani has become the first Indian to qualify for Women’s Javelin Throw final at World Athletics Championships (WAC) in Doha. She smashed her own national record during the qualification round of the Championships with best attempt of 62.43 metres.
8. Which union ministry has instituted the Vayoshreshtha Samman-2019?
[A] Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
[B] Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare
[C] Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
[D] Ministry of Culture
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment ]
Notes:
As part of the celebration of the 2019 International Day of Older Persons, President Ram Nath Kovind has conferred the Vayoshreshtha Samman-2019 on the eminent senior citizens and institutions in recognition of their services towards the cause of the elderly persons. The Vayoshreshtha Samman is a Scheme of awards instituted by the Union Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and gradually upgraded to the status of National Awards for institutions involved in rendering distinguished service for the cause of elderly persons. The awards are intended to show-case the government’s concern for senior citizens and its commitment towards them with the aim of strengthening their legitimate place in the society.
9. IRCTC has decided to compensate the passengers of which train for delays?
[A] New Delhi-Jaipur Tejas Express
[B] New Delhi-Lucknow Tejas Express
[C] New Delhi-Agra Tejas Express
[D] New Delhi-Bhopal Tejas Express
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Correct Answer: B [New Delhi-Lucknow Tejas Express]
Notes:
In a first of its kind offer from any national carrier, IRCTC will compensate passengers of India’s first corporate train – New Delhi-Lucknow Tejas Express – in case of delay in the train schedule. An amount of Rs 100 will be paid in case the delay is for over an hour and Rs 250 for delay of over two hours. The latest offer is in addition to the Rs 25-lakh free insurance that will be given to passengers of the train. This travel insurance also includes coverage of Rs 1 lakh against household theft and robbery during travel period of the passengers, which is again a first for those travelling on board trains. The train will be flagged off on October 4.
10. Which union ministry has launched the Audio Odigos app?
[A] Ministry of Tourism
[B] Ministry of AYUSH
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Jal Shakti
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Tourism]
Notes:
On the occasion of nationwide Paryatan Parv 2019, the Union Ministry of Tourism launched the Audio Guide facility App “Audio Odigos” for 12 sites of India (including Iconic Sites) for the benefit of the tourists. It offers Government of India (GoI) verified content with visuals & voice over support. The app contains an inbuilt map of the site for a smooth navigation during the tour. Listeners will be offered various versions of history like Synopsis, Detailed History and Podcasts. The audio can be chosen in their preferred language & version of the history.
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