Current Affairs Quiz - October, 2021
1. Sweet Revolution, NBHM scheme are associated with which product?
[A] Sugarcane
[B] Honey
[C] Fruits
[D] Palm
[B] Honey
[C] Fruits
[D] Palm
Correct Answer: B [Honey]
Notes:
National Beekeeping & Honey Mission (NBHM), which was announced for three years (2020-21 to 2022-23), aims for the development of scientific beekeeping in the country to achieve the goal of ‘Sweet Revolution’.
It is being implemented through National Bee Board (NBB). Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar recently launched ‘Amul Honey- a product of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. with cooperation with ‘National Bee Board’.
National Beekeeping & Honey Mission (NBHM), which was announced for three years (2020-21 to 2022-23), aims for the development of scientific beekeeping in the country to achieve the goal of ‘Sweet Revolution’.
It is being implemented through National Bee Board (NBB). Union Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar recently launched ‘Amul Honey- a product of Gujarat Cooperative Milk Marketing Federation Ltd. with cooperation with ‘National Bee Board’.
2. Mont Blanc, which was seen in the news recently, is the highest peak in which mountain range?
[A] Himalayas
[B] Alps
[C] Andes
[D] Mount Everest
[B] Alps
[C] Andes
[D] Mount Everest
Correct Answer: B [Alps]
Notes:
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe. The summit of the Mont Blanc peak, has shrunk by two metres over the past 20 years.
Recently, surveyors including experts and high mountain guides measured the peak and announced its new measurements. It has reached an official height of 4,807.81 metres above sea level. The official height has been on a downward slide for over a decade. The highest reading was 4,810.9 metres in 2007.
Mont Blanc is the highest mountain in the Alps and Western Europe. The summit of the Mont Blanc peak, has shrunk by two metres over the past 20 years.
Recently, surveyors including experts and high mountain guides measured the peak and announced its new measurements. It has reached an official height of 4,807.81 metres above sea level. The official height has been on a downward slide for over a decade. The highest reading was 4,810.9 metres in 2007.
3. Which Indian is one among the 2021 Yidan Prize awardees?
[A] Dr Rukmini Banerji
[B] Santanu Mishra
[C] Rippan Kapur
[D] Anshu Gupta
[B] Santanu Mishra
[C] Rippan Kapur
[D] Anshu Gupta
Correct Answer: A [Dr Rukmini Banerji]
Notes:
The Yidan Prize is an education award that recognizes individuals, or teams, who have contributed significantly to education research and development.
The Yidan Prize Foundation have awarded India-based Dr Rukmini Banerji and US-based Professor Eric Hanushek the prestigious Yidan Prize 2021. Nine laureates have been awarded the Yidan Prize since its inception in 2016. Dr Rukmini Banerji, Chief Executive Officer of the Pratham Education Foundation, is awarded for her work in improving learning outcomes.
The Yidan Prize is an education award that recognizes individuals, or teams, who have contributed significantly to education research and development.
The Yidan Prize Foundation have awarded India-based Dr Rukmini Banerji and US-based Professor Eric Hanushek the prestigious Yidan Prize 2021. Nine laureates have been awarded the Yidan Prize since its inception in 2016. Dr Rukmini Banerji, Chief Executive Officer of the Pratham Education Foundation, is awarded for her work in improving learning outcomes.
4. When is the International Translation Day celebrated every year?
[A] September 30
[B] October 1
[C] October 2
[D] October 3
[B] October 1
[C] October 2
[D] October 3
Correct Answer: A [September 30]
Notes:
Every year, the 30th September is celebrated as the International Translation Day. This day is chosen to remember the Bible translator St. Jerome, who is considered the father of translators.
A resolution in this regard was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in the year 2017, in order to recognise the role played by language professionals in connecting nations and promoting peace.
Every year, the 30th September is celebrated as the International Translation Day. This day is chosen to remember the Bible translator St. Jerome, who is considered the father of translators.
A resolution in this regard was passed by the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in the year 2017, in order to recognise the role played by language professionals in connecting nations and promoting peace.
5. Which state is set to receive the first consignment of Kashmiri walnuts, flagged off for the first time?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Punjab
[B] Karnataka
[C] Kerala
[D] Punjab
Correct Answer: B [Karnataka]
Notes:
The first consignment of Kashmiri walnuts was recently flagged off from Budgam. The consignment with 2,000 kgs of walnuts was despatched to Bengaluru, Karnataka under the One District, One Product (ODOP) initiative.
ODOP is a flagship initiative of Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Kashmir accounts for 90% of India’s walnut production. They are known for the superior quality, taste and nutrients and hence widely in demand across the globe.
The first consignment of Kashmiri walnuts was recently flagged off from Budgam. The consignment with 2,000 kgs of walnuts was despatched to Bengaluru, Karnataka under the One District, One Product (ODOP) initiative.
ODOP is a flagship initiative of Ministry of Commerce and Industry. Kashmir accounts for 90% of India’s walnut production. They are known for the superior quality, taste and nutrients and hence widely in demand across the globe.
6. Which bank has launched NAV-eCash Card, for Indian Navy?
[A] Punjab National Bank
[B] State Bank of India
[C] Bank of Baroda
[D] Canara Bank
[B] State Bank of India
[C] Bank of Baroda
[D] Canara Bank
Correct Answer: B [State Bank of India]
Notes:
The Indian Navy and State Bank of India (SBI) launched SBI’s NAV-eCash Card onboard India’s largest Naval Aircraft Carrier INS Vikramaditya.
NAV-eCash Card has a dual-chip technology, which will facilitate both online as well as offline transactions. The infrastructure at naval ships blocks traditional payment solutions when the ship is on high seas where there is no connectivity.
The Indian Navy and State Bank of India (SBI) launched SBI’s NAV-eCash Card onboard India’s largest Naval Aircraft Carrier INS Vikramaditya.
NAV-eCash Card has a dual-chip technology, which will facilitate both online as well as offline transactions. The infrastructure at naval ships blocks traditional payment solutions when the ship is on high seas where there is no connectivity.
7. Which city is set to play host to the 40th edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF)?
[A] Mumbai
[B] New Delhi
[C] Varanasi
[D] Ahmedabad
[B] New Delhi
[C] Varanasi
[D] Ahmedabad
Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) is set to conduct the 40th edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from November 14 to 27.
The fair is to be conducted with the theme of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” with a focus on economy, export potential, infrastructure supply chain, demand and vibrant demography. The event is organised as a part of “AzadiKaAmritMahotsav”.
India Trade Promotion Organisation (ITPO) is set to conduct the 40th edition of India International Trade Fair (IITF) at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from November 14 to 27.
The fair is to be conducted with the theme of “Atmanirbhar Bharat” with a focus on economy, export potential, infrastructure supply chain, demand and vibrant demography. The event is organised as a part of “AzadiKaAmritMahotsav”.
8. ‘Swechha’ programme is an initiative of which Indian state/UT?
[A] Telangana
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Andhra Pradesh
[C] Karnataka
[D] Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer: B [Andhra Pradesh]
Notes:
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will launch the ‘Swechha’ programme, which aims to promote the health and hygiene of women and adolescent girls.
Under the initiative, the state government will provide sanitary napkins at government educational institutions free of cost. 10 lakh adolescent girls studying from 7th-12th grades in all government schools and intermediate colleges across the state would be provided 10 sanitary napkins will be given every month.
Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister YS Jagan Mohan Reddy will launch the ‘Swechha’ programme, which aims to promote the health and hygiene of women and adolescent girls.
Under the initiative, the state government will provide sanitary napkins at government educational institutions free of cost. 10 lakh adolescent girls studying from 7th-12th grades in all government schools and intermediate colleges across the state would be provided 10 sanitary napkins will be given every month.
9. “Tomb of the Unknown Soldier” is situated in which country?
[A] Italy
[B] France
[C] USA
[D] UK
[B] France
[C] USA
[D] UK
Correct Answer: C [USA]
Notes:
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a famed memorial in Arlington National Cemetery – USA, has been constructed to pay tribute to the unidentified service members who died in U.S. conflicts.
The place has been in news recently, since for the first time in 84 years the monument has an all-female guard, which is seen as a milestone in the USA.
The Tomb of the Unknown Soldier is a famed memorial in Arlington National Cemetery – USA, has been constructed to pay tribute to the unidentified service members who died in U.S. conflicts.
The place has been in news recently, since for the first time in 84 years the monument has an all-female guard, which is seen as a milestone in the USA.
10. “SVAMITVA” scheme is implemented by which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Agriculture
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[D] Ministry of Panchayat Raj
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[D] Ministry of Panchayat Raj
Correct Answer: D [Ministry of Panchayat Raj]
Notes:
The “SVAMITVA” stands for “Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas” is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Under the scheme, clear ownership of property in rural inhabited areas is established by mapping land parcels using Drones.
Recently, the Prime Minister distributed e-property cards to over 1,71,000 beneficiaries of Madhya Pradesh under the scheme.
The “SVAMITVA” stands for “Survey of Villages Abadi and Mapping with Improvised Technology in Village Areas” is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. Under the scheme, clear ownership of property in rural inhabited areas is established by mapping land parcels using Drones.
Recently, the Prime Minister distributed e-property cards to over 1,71,000 beneficiaries of Madhya Pradesh under the scheme.