Current Affairs Quiz - February 2022
31. Who is the head of the Apex Committee that will guide the G-20 Secretariat established in India?
[A] Minister of External Affairs
[B] Prime Minister
[C] Minister of Home Affairs
[D] Minister of Finance
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Correct Answer: B [Prime Minister]
Notes:
The Union Cabinet, chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi has approved the setting up of a G20 Secretariat and its reporting structures. It aims to handle work related to various aspects of India’s G20 Presidency starting from December 1, 2022 to November 30, 2023.
The Secretariat will be guided by an apex committee headed by Prime Minister, and comprising the Finance Minister, Home Minister, External Affairs Minister, and G20 Sherpa (Commerce & Industry Minister).
32. ‘INSACOG’ is a ‘SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium’ of which country?
[A] China
[B] India
[C] USA
[D] Israel
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Correct Answer: B [India]
Notes:
INSACOG is India’s SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium. It is a network of laboratories for genomic sequencing and surveillance.
Recently, India announced that is ready to extend its SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) in the neighbourhood as part of the fight against COVID-19. This was announced by Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla at the COVID-19 Global Action Meeting convened by the US.
33. What is ‘TriSb92’, which was seen in the news recently, with reference to COVID?
[A] New Vaccine
[B] New Molecule used in Nasal Sprays
[C] New Oral Vaccine
[D] New-born Child Vaccine
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Correct Answer: B [New Molecule used in Nasal Sprays]
Notes:
A molecule developed by researchers at the University of Helsinki, Finland named ‘TriSb92’can inactivate the coronavirus spike protein and offers short-term protection against the virus.
In contrast to vaccine protection, the effect of TriSb92 begins immediately after its administration. It protects against coronavirus infection for at least eight hours. In virus studies, TriSb92 was able to prevent even the spread of SARS. The product is nasally administered through sprays.
34. “Pasuvula Panduga” (Cattle Festival) is a famous event held in which state?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Odisha
[D] Andhra Pradesh
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Correct Answer: D [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
“Pasuvula Panduga” (Cattle Festival) is a famous event held in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. From New Year till Ugadi (Telugu New Year) thousands of villagers take part in the “Pasuvula Panduga” in over 20 villages across the region.
It is also known as Mylara Panduga, where the bull is released into the set tracks in batches. It is similar to a running race and prizes would be given based on their performance. This is not similar to the Jallikattu festival of Tamil Nadu.
35. Who has been appointed as India’s first National Maritime Security Coordinator (NMSC)?
[A] G Ashok Kumar
[B] Ajit Doval
[C] Hari Kumar
[D] Karambir Singh
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Correct Answer: A [G Ashok Kumar]
Notes:
Former Chief of Navy Vice Admiral G Ashok Kumar, who retired last year, has been appointed as the country’s first National Maritime Security Coordinator (NMSC).
NMSC will be part of the National Security Council Secretariat, and will report to National Security Adviser Ajit Doval. NMSC was proposed after the 26/11 terror attacks. His responsibility is coordinating between all the agencies involved in maritime security and maritime civil issues.
36. Which state unveiled the ‘Biotechnology Policy 2022-27’, to provide capital investment of Rs 20000 cr?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Gujarat
[C] Karnataka
[D] Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: B [Gujarat]
Notes:
Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel unveiled the Gujarat Biotechnology Policy 2022-27, with an expected capital investment of over Rs 20,000 crore, providing assistance to more than 500 industries in the state.
The policy aims at providing capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operation expenses (OPEX) assistance to special projects. Assistance will also be provided on term-loans. It will also provide support to preclinical testing, genome sequencing, lab-vaccine development, manufacturing and testing.
37. ‘Paramarsh’ scheme was launched by which institution?
[A] SIDBI
[B] UGC
[C] ISRO
[D] NABARD
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Correct Answer: B [UGC]
Notes:
In 2019, the University Grants Commission (UGC) launched a scheme ‘Paramarsh’ to address the issue. Under the scheme, some of the best performing institutes were identified to serve as mentors to at least five institutes aspiring to get accredited.
National Assessment and Accreditation Council, an autonomous body under the UGC has released new guidelines. It allows newer institutions, those with one academic year or more, to apply for provisional accreditation.
38. Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) has been approved for continuation till which year?
[A] 2024
[B] 2026
[C] 2030
[D] 2032
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Correct Answer: B [2026]
Notes:
The Ministry of Education has approved the scheme of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) for continuation till 2026. The total expenditure of Rs 12,929.16 crore out of which the central share is Rs 8,120.97 crores.
RUSA is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme (CSS) for funding the state government universities and colleges. Under the new phase, state governments will be supported for gender inclusion, equity initiatives, ICT, enhancing employability through vocationalisation and skill upgradation.
39. The report titled “Frontiers 2022: Noise, Blazes and Mismatches” has been released by which organisation?
[A] UNEP
[B] UNESCO
[C] ADB
[D] AIIB
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Correct Answer: A [UNEP]
Notes:
“Frontiers 2022: Noise, Blazes and Mismatches” is a report which is published by the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), in which the organisation has dealt with environmental issues and the effective and timely responses to achieve solutions.
The UNEP is an organisation within the UN, which sets the global environmental agenda and promotes implementation of the same. It was established in 1971 and is Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya.
40. Which Ministry launched the ‘Purple revolution’ or Lavender Revolution?
[A] Ministry of MSME
[B] Ministry of Science and Technology
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Textiles
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Science and Technology]
Notes:
The Purple or Lavender Revolution was launched by the Union Ministry of Science & Technology through the Council of Scientific & Industrial Research’s (CSIR) Aroma Mission.
It aims to increase lavender cultivation in Jammu and Kashmir. Recently, it was announced that the government was planning to commence ‘purple revolution’ in Ramban district of Jammu and Kashmir.
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