Current Affairs Quiz - October, 2021
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31. Ayush Van, a dedicated forest for Ayurvedic plants, has been inaugurated in which state/UT?
[A] Rajasthan
[B] Gujarat
[C] Punjab
[D] Chandigarh
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Correct Answer: B [Gujarat]
Notes:
Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways and AYUSH Sarbananda Sonowal inaugurated Ayush Van, a dedicated forest for Ayurvedic plants, at Gandhidham, Gujarat.
The Ayush Van was set up in 30 acres of land allotted by the Deendayal Port Trust (DPT). Tree plantation is being done to improve greenery in urban area and increase density of tree cover in the Kutch region.
32. Talpiot Cemetery, which was seen in the news recently, is located in which country?
[A] Russia
[B] Israel
[C] Italy
[D] USA
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Correct Answer: B [Israel]
Notes:
Talpiot Cemetery is seen in the news recently, as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar visited the place as he began his five-day visit to Israel.
It is the cemetery for Indian soldiers who laid down their lives in the region during the World War I, located in Talpiot, Jerusalem. About 900 Indian soldiers are buried in cemeteries across Israel in Jerusalem, Ramle and Haifa. The Indian Army commemorates September 23 every year as Haifa Day to pay its respects to the three brave Indian Cavalry Regiments.
33. IRSDC, which was recently dissolved, was a part of which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Defence
[B] Ministry of Railways
[C] Ministry of Finance
[D] Ministry of Steel
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Railways]
Notes:The Indian Railways has recently ordered to dissolve Indian Railway Stations Development Corporation (IRSDC).
The Cabinet secretariat had recommended to integrate, and undertake structural reforms in various bodies under Railways Ministry. It also suggested merger of various institutions of the railways. The report on ‘Rationalisation of Government Bodies under the Ministry of Railways’ was prepared by Sanjeev Sanyal, Principal Economic Advisor.
34. Kung Fu Nuns, who won the Martial Arts Education Prize 2021 from the UNESCO, belong to which lineage of Buddhism?
[A] Drukpa
[B] Nyingma
[C] Kagyu
[D] Sakya
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Correct Answer: A [Drukpa]
Notes:
The world-renowned Kung Fu Nuns of the Drukpa order of Buddhism has won the prestigious Martial Arts Education Prize 2021 from the UNESCO International Centre for Martial Arts for their brave acts of service.
Through martial arts, the Drukpa nuns empower young girls to defend themselves, build confidence, and take on leadership roles in their communities.
35. Which country received non-harmful Nano Nitrogen liquid fertiliser from India to boost cultivation?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] Sri Lanka
[C] Nepal
[D] Bhutan
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Correct Answer: B [Sri Lanka]
Notes:
Sri Lanka has received the first consignment of 3.1 million litres high quality non-harmful Nano Nitrogen liquid fertiliser from India.
This will help Sri Lanka in the cultivation of maize and paddy. The country’s President Rajapaksa had decided to impose a total ban on agrochemicals, to make Sri Lankan farming 100% organic. This decision to stop chemical fertiliser imports led to several protests among farmers.
36. NABARD entered into a MoU with which state for facilitation of Rs 13,200 crore infrastructure projects over 3 years?
[A] Telangana
[B] Assam
[C] Kerala
[D] Gujarat
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Correct Answer: B [Assam]
Notes:
Nabard has recently entered into a MoU with the Assam government for facilitation of Rs 13,200 crore infrastructure projects in the state over a period of three years.
NABARD has also sanctioned Rs 608 crore for different infrastructure projects in rural areas in Assam. The infrastructure projects include rural roads, rural bridges, flood protection projects and soil conservation projects under the Rural Infrastructure Development Fund (RIDF) – XXVII.
37. Which fruit is being used by Punjab farmers to prepare Bio Enzymes for improving plant health?
[A] Mango
[B] Kinnow
[C] Banana
[D] Grapes
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Correct Answer: B [Kinnow]
Notes:
The Kinnow is a high yield mandarin hybrid cultivated extensively in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan.
Around 100 farmers in Punjab, especially in the kinnow belt, have started making Bio Enzymes from this Kinnow fruit. It is usually considered as a waste by farmers. But this fallen fruit can improve soil, water, air and depleting ground water. It also helps prevent excess usage of chemical sprays of fungicides and bacterial diseases on crops, especially vegetables and cereals.
38. IUCN has recently alerted which Indian state on the threats faced by Bengal florican?
[A] West Bengal
[B] Assam
[C] Bihar
[D] Uttarakhand
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Correct Answer: B [Assam]
Notes:
International Union for Conservation (IUCN), Global conservation body alerted Assam government on the threats faced by Bengal florican.
As per IUCN, Development activities and the state government’s plan to set up a university at Kokilabari seed farm near Manas National Park in Assam has posed a threat to the Bengal florican. IUCN urged that the Kokilabari seed farm, which is a haven for the Bengal florican, should be protected by declaring it a community reserve.
39. Which city played host to the first-ever National Inter-Religious Conference, held in India?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Pune
[C] Nagpur
[D] Varanasi
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Correct Answer: C [Nagpur]
Notes:The first-ever National Inter-Religious Conference was organised in Nagpur by Lokmat Media Group. This was organised to commemorate its Nagpur edition’s golden jubilee year.
The theme of this conference was “Global Challenges to Communal Harmony and Role of India.” Shri. Nitin Gadkari, Union Minister for Road Transport & Highways was the chief guest of the event. Several spiritual leaders from diverse religions were invited as speakers for the event.
40. Andrew Yule & Co Ltd is a Central Public Sector Enterprise (CPSE) under which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Steel
[B] Ministry of Defence
[C] Ministry of Heavy Industries
[D] Ministry of MSME
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Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Heavy Industries]
Notes:
Andrew Yule & Co Ltd is a Central Public Sector Enterprise in Tea Sector under Ministry of Heavy Industries. It is a 158 years old company with 15 Tea Gardens spread across Assam and West Bengal.
The CPSE has launched a series of Azadi Amrut Chai in Orthodox, Elaichi, Adrakh and Masala flavors, to celebrate Azadi Ka Amrit Mahotsav and to commemorate the 75th year of India’s Independence. It will be available at Tea Board counter of Parliament, TRIFED outlets, Udyog Bhawan and other Central Government offices.
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