Current Affairs Quiz - June, 2021

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Every year, the United Nations observe “International Day for the Elimination of Sexual Violence in Conflict” on 19th June. This day is observed to raise awareness about this inhuman issue and the urgent need to put an end to conflict-related sexual violence.
A resolution to observe this day was passed in the United Nations General Assembly in 2015.

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German agrochemical major Bayer has launched the first-ever yellow watermelon variety ‘Yellow Gold 48’ under Seminis brand in India.
The yellow watermelon variety has been commercially introduced in India after two years of local trials. With this new variety, watermelon growers can benefit from better yield potential, better disease and pest tolerance, and higher returns. This can be cultivated from October to February.

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As per the UN chief Antonio Guterres’ annual report to the Security Council on children and armed conflict, more than 8,500 children were used as soldiers last year in various conflicts across the world.
The most violations in 2020 were committed in Somalia, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Afghanistan, Syria and Yemen.

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The Government of India has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for cooperation in the field of agriculture and allied sectors with the government of Fiji, in a virtual mode.
The MoU aims to increase the cooperation of both the countries in Dairy Industry, Rice Industry, Root crop diversification, Water Resources Management, Coconut Industry, etc.

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The Cabinet has recently approved further allocation of additional foodgrain to National Food Security Act (NFSA) beneficiaries under Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana (Phase IV) till November.
Under the scheme, the government will provide 5 kg foodgrains per person per month free of cost to maximum 81.35 crore beneficiaries covered under National Food Security Act (NFSA), including those covered under Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT).

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As per a recent study published by the Natural History Museum, Colombia is home to the world’s largest variety of butterflies.
The South American country has approximately 20% of all known species. An international team of scientists prepared a document titled “Checklist of Colombian Butterflies.” Over 200 butterfly species are found only in Colombia

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Indian Army procured Dragunov sniper rifles from Russia in the 1990s. The rifles have fallen behind contemporary snipers used across the world.
Recently, Russia agreed to offer the Indian Army, a comprehensive upgrade of the Dragunov sniper rifle. They are in service with almost all frontline battalions of the Army. A demonstration is also being planned to showcase improved accuracy of the modified guns.

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Every year, the 23rd of June is celebrated as the World Olympic Day or International Olympic Day across the globe.
This day was first introduced in the year 1948, to commemorate the birth of the modern Olympic Games on June 23, 1894, at the Sorbonne in Paris. This day aims to promote participation in sport across the globe irrespective of age, gender, or athletic ability.

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Maritime State Development Council (MSDC) is an apex advisory body formed in 1997, for the development of the Major and non-Major Ports.
Recently, Union Minister of State (I/C) for Port, Shipping and Waterways Mansukh Mandaviya chaired the 18th meeting of MSDC through a video conference. He highlighted that the ‘Indian Port Bill 2021’ will ensure optimum management and utilization of the coastline.

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New Zealand beat India in the inaugural ICC World Test Championship (WTC) Final to become the first World Test Champion.
This is New Zealand’s first ICC title in two decades. New Zealand chased down the 139-run target with eight wickets in hand on the reserve day of the final.