Current Affairs Quiz - June 2022
41. Which is the largest recorded bacterium?
[A] Holophaga foetida
[B] Thiomargarita magnifica
[C] Bacillus thuringiensis
[D] Staphylococcus aureus
[B] Thiomargarita magnifica
[C] Bacillus thuringiensis
[D] Staphylococcus aureus
Correct Answer: B [Thiomargarita magnifica]
Notes:
Scientists have discovered the world’s largest recorded bacterium Thiomargarita magnifica in a Caribbean mangrove. It was measured to be more than a centimetre long. It can reach a maximum length of 2 cm.
Scientists have discovered the world’s largest recorded bacterium Thiomargarita magnifica in a Caribbean mangrove. It was measured to be more than a centimetre long. It can reach a maximum length of 2 cm.
42. Which body implements the ‘Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission’?
[A] NHA
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] NABARD
[D] Directorate General Of Health Services
[B] NITI Aayog
[C] NABARD
[D] Directorate General Of Health Services
Correct Answer: A [NHA]
Notes:
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) is implemented by the National Health Authority (NHA), which comes under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The NHA was set up for the implementation of the government’s flagship health insurance scheme PM-JAY.
NHA is set to host the first open-to-all hackathon series to drive innovation around different components of the ABDM. The series will commence with the focus on the Unified Health Interface from July 14. The hackathon will provide the opportunities for innovators, data experts and developers from across the world to collaborate and build innovative solutions for increasing access to digital health services.
Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) is implemented by the National Health Authority (NHA), which comes under the aegis of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The NHA was set up for the implementation of the government’s flagship health insurance scheme PM-JAY.
NHA is set to host the first open-to-all hackathon series to drive innovation around different components of the ABDM. The series will commence with the focus on the Unified Health Interface from July 14. The hackathon will provide the opportunities for innovators, data experts and developers from across the world to collaborate and build innovative solutions for increasing access to digital health services.
43. Mandakini River, which was recently found in the news, is the tributary of which river?
[A] Alaknanda River
[B] Bhagirathi River
[C] Koshi River
[D] Ramganga River
[B] Bhagirathi River
[C] Koshi River
[D] Ramganga River
Correct Answer: A [Alaknanda River]
Notes:
The Mandakini River in Uttarakhand is the tributary of the Alaknanda River, which is one of the two head-streams of Ganga River. It originates from the Chorabari Glacier in the Garhwal Himalayas. The river drains into the Alaknanda, which flows into the Ganges.
Recently, a joint operation was conducted by Uttarkhand Police and the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to rescue two youths trapped in the Mandakini River.
The Mandakini River in Uttarakhand is the tributary of the Alaknanda River, which is one of the two head-streams of Ganga River. It originates from the Chorabari Glacier in the Garhwal Himalayas. The river drains into the Alaknanda, which flows into the Ganges.
Recently, a joint operation was conducted by Uttarkhand Police and the State Disaster Response Fund (SDRF) to rescue two youths trapped in the Mandakini River.
44. Which global bloc launched a USD 600 billion- Global Infrastructure Plan?
[A] BRICS
[B] G 7
[C] G 20
[D] European Union
[B] G 7
[C] G 20
[D] European Union
Correct Answer: B [G 7]
Notes:
US President Joe Biden and other G7 leaders re-launched the “Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment” at their annual gathering at Schloss Elmau in Germany.
It aims to raise USD 600 billion in private and public funds over five years, to finance infrastructure in developing countries and counter China’s Belt and Road project. The United States would mobilise USD 200bn in grants, federal funds and private investment over five years, while Europe will mobilise 300 billion euros.
US President Joe Biden and other G7 leaders re-launched the “Partnership for Global Infrastructure and Investment” at their annual gathering at Schloss Elmau in Germany.
It aims to raise USD 600 billion in private and public funds over five years, to finance infrastructure in developing countries and counter China’s Belt and Road project. The United States would mobilise USD 200bn in grants, federal funds and private investment over five years, while Europe will mobilise 300 billion euros.
45. Which country has launched a solid-fueled rocket named ‘Zuljanah’?
[A] Israel
[B] Iran
[C] Russia
[D] North Korea
[B] Iran
[C] Russia
[D] North Korea
Correct Answer: B [Iran]
Notes:
Iran has launched a solid-fueled rocket into space named ‘Zuljanah’. It is a a 25.5 meter-long rocket, capable of carrying a satellite of 220 kilograms.
The satellites will gather data in low-earth orbit. Zuljanah is named after the horse of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.
Iran has launched a solid-fueled rocket into space named ‘Zuljanah’. It is a a 25.5 meter-long rocket, capable of carrying a satellite of 220 kilograms.
The satellites will gather data in low-earth orbit. Zuljanah is named after the horse of Imam Hussein, the grandson of the Prophet Muhammad.
46. India launched a joint Commonwealth Diplomatic Academy programme with which country?
[A] UK
[B] Australia
[C] Canada
[D] New Zealand
[B] Australia
[C] Canada
[D] New Zealand
Correct Answer: A [UK]
Notes:
India and the UK announced to create a joint Commonwealth Diplomatic Academy programme to train young and aspiring diplomats from both nations.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his UK counterpart announced plans for the establishment of the new academy to jointly promote Commonwealth values after the meeting in Rwanda.
India and the UK announced to create a joint Commonwealth Diplomatic Academy programme to train young and aspiring diplomats from both nations.
External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar and his UK counterpart announced plans for the establishment of the new academy to jointly promote Commonwealth values after the meeting in Rwanda.
47. Who was called as the ‘Father of Public Sector Undertakings’ in India?
[A] V Krishnamurthy
[B] Shanta Kumar
[C] Ramesh Bais
[D] Prahlad Singh Patel
[B] Shanta Kumar
[C] Ramesh Bais
[D] Prahlad Singh Patel
Correct Answer: A [V Krishnamurthy]
Notes:
Dr V Krishnamurthy, former chairman of public sector undertakings such as Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Steel Authority of India (SAIL) and Maruti Udyog (now Maruti Suzuki), passed away recently.
He is regarded as the ‘Father of Public Sector Undertakings’. He had served as Secretary of Industries for the Government of India, Member of the Planning Commission, and many other Prime Minister’s Committees. He was conferred Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan for his services.
Dr V Krishnamurthy, former chairman of public sector undertakings such as Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited (BHEL), Steel Authority of India (SAIL) and Maruti Udyog (now Maruti Suzuki), passed away recently.
He is regarded as the ‘Father of Public Sector Undertakings’. He had served as Secretary of Industries for the Government of India, Member of the Planning Commission, and many other Prime Minister’s Committees. He was conferred Padma Shri, Padma Bhushan and Padma Vibhushan for his services.
48. What is the objective of ‘Dak Karmayogi’ portal, which was launched recently?
[A] Grievance Redressal
[B] Training Employees
[C] Awarding Best Performers
[D] Participation of Public
[B] Training Employees
[C] Awarding Best Performers
[D] Participation of Public
Correct Answer: B [Training Employees]
Notes:
The ‘Dak Karmayogi’ e-learning portal of the Department of Posts was launched by Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Communications.
This portal has been developed in-house under vision of ‘Mission Karmayogi’, conceptualized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote efficiency of Government employees. The portal will enhance the competencies of about 4 lakh Gramin Dak Sevaks and employees by providing uniform standardized training content online or in blended campus mode.
The ‘Dak Karmayogi’ e-learning portal of the Department of Posts was launched by Ashwini Vaishnaw, Minister of Communications.
This portal has been developed in-house under vision of ‘Mission Karmayogi’, conceptualized by Prime Minister Narendra Modi to promote efficiency of Government employees. The portal will enhance the competencies of about 4 lakh Gramin Dak Sevaks and employees by providing uniform standardized training content online or in blended campus mode.
49. RAMP scheme, which was seen in the news, is associated with which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Agriculture
[D] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Agriculture
[D] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Correct Answer: B [Ministry of MSME]
Notes:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the ‘Udyami Bharat’ programme in New Delhi to launch the ‘Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance’ (RAMP) scheme.
He also launched the ‘Capacity Building of First-Time MSME Exporters’ (CBFTE) scheme and new features of the ‘Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme’ (PMEGP). The results of MSME Idea Hackathon, 2022 were announced and National MSME Awards were distributed.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi participated in the ‘Udyami Bharat’ programme in New Delhi to launch the ‘Raising and Accelerating MSME Performance’ (RAMP) scheme.
He also launched the ‘Capacity Building of First-Time MSME Exporters’ (CBFTE) scheme and new features of the ‘Prime Minister’s Employment Generation Programme’ (PMEGP). The results of MSME Idea Hackathon, 2022 were announced and National MSME Awards were distributed.
50. Which country is the third-largest trade partner and second-largest export destination of India in 2022?
[A] USA
[B] UAE
[C] Singapore
[D] Australia
[B] UAE
[C] Singapore
[D] Australia
Correct Answer: B [UAE]
Notes:
UAE is India’s third-largest trade partner and second-largest export destination in 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently held bilateral talks with President of United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at Abu Dhabi.
Prime Minister conveyed condolences on the passing away of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to further deepen and diversify the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.
UAE is India’s third-largest trade partner and second-largest export destination in 2022. Prime Minister Narendra Modi recently held bilateral talks with President of United Arab Emirates Sheikh Mohammed Bin Zayed Al Nahyan, at Abu Dhabi.
Prime Minister conveyed condolences on the passing away of Sheikh Khalifa bin Zayed Al Nahyan. Both leaders reiterated their commitment to further deepen and diversify the India-UAE Comprehensive Strategic Partnership.