Daily Current Affairs Flashcards
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___________ a facility that is conceived with a holistic approach towards ensuring safety and sustainability while reaping the benefits of sustainable utilization of outer space for national development.
In July 2022, the Ministry of science dedicated ISRO System for Safe & Sustained Operations Management (IS4OM) to the nation in.
Who is the king of bhutan?
Jigme Khesar Namgyel Wangchuck
___________________ was launched to provide a level playing field for private companies to use Indian space infrastructure.
It acts as a single-point interface between ISRO, and everyone who wants to participate in space-related activities or use India’s space resources.
IN-SPACe
First private launchpad & mission control center established by ________ Chennai in ISRO campus at SDSC, SHAR in November 2022
M/s Agnikul Cosmos Pvt. Ltd.,
Which asian currencies were the best and worst performing in 2022?
The Indian Rupee depreciated by around 10% against the US dollar and the rupee was the worst-performing Asian currency in 2022 while the armenian DRAM was considered to be the best performing with its 22% rise against the US dollar.
What is the act preventing women at workplaces?
Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013
Which is the landmark case laying the basis of the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013?
The Supreme Court in a landmark judgement in the Vishakha and others v State of Rajasthan 1997 case gave ‘Vishakha guidelines.’
The national commision for women (NCW) was set up under which act and in which year?
Under the National Commission for Women Act, 1990, the NCW was set up as a statutory body in January 1992.
When was the first NCW constituted?
The First Commission was constituted on 31st January 1992 with Mrs. Jayanti Patnaik as the Chairperson.
The commission consists of a chairperson, a member secretary and five other members. The chairperson of the NCW is nominated by the Central Government.
Which article lays down the right to provision for making special women laws and also duty?
It guarantees all Indians the right to equality (Article 14), no discrimination by the State on the basis of gender (Article 15(1)) and special provisions to be made by the State in favour of women (Article 15(3)).
It ensures that practices derogatory to the dignity of women are prohibited under Article 51 (A).
government will launch the ________ to support deep tech startups.
Digital India Innovation Fund
Atal Innovation Mission is set up under the (2019)
(a) Department of Science and Technology
(b) Ministry of Labour and Employment
(c) NITI Aayog
(d) Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
(c) The Atal New India Challenge has been launched under the Atal Innovation Mission (AIM) of the Niti Aayog, with an objective to serve as a platform for the promotion of Innovation Hubs, Grand Challenges, startup businesses, and other self-employment activities, particularly in technology-driven areas.
which year is observed as the international year for millets?
2023, request by india, accepted by UNGA and FAO in 2018, which was also the year of national millets year - supported by 70 members.
What is the name of the the agreement signed by austria and india during jaishankar’s visit to vienna in january?
Comprehensive Migration and Mobility Partnership Agreement (MMPA). The main objective of the MMPA is to provide for the equal treatment of nationals of both Parties in similar situations, while also ensuring that the provisions of the Agreement do not prejudice the application of national laws on the stay of foreigners on all points not dealt with in the Agreement.
Who took over the charge of new Chairman & CEO of Railway Board
Anil Kumar Lahoti
Who launched 2023 science vision and what is it about?
DR. Jitendra singh who is the minister of science and tech (and also earth sciences) briefed media of it aim to define india in 2047
Reserve Bank of India Governor Shaktikanta Das launched central bank’s medium-term strategy framework titled ______________
‘Utkarsh 2.0’
who took office for a third term as President of Brazil?
Luiz Inacio Lula
BCCI has re-introduced _________ as criteria for selection of players.
effective from 1st january 2023, Yo-Yo test and Dexa scan results will be selection criteria for players.
when did the Prime Minister of India, Narendra Modi, launched the Bharat Interface for Money (BHIM) payment app?
30th december 2016 following demonetization.
Scientists from which country have developed a new water purification system that can quickly and efficiently filter out microplastics?
South Korea
Which freedom fighter born on 2nd january 1878 in kerala did PM pay tribute to?
The Prime Minister has paid tributes to Sri Mannathu Padmanabhan. He was an Indian social reformer and freedom fighter from the southwestern state of Kerala.
He took part in the Vaikom (1924) and Guruvayoor (1924) temple-entry Satyagrahas and the anti-untouchability agitations. He is regarded as the reformer and moral guide of the members of the Nair community. He received Padma Bhushan in 1966. He died on 25th February 1970.
What is the name of the event organised by Ministry of textiles to promote saris in india and when is it held? Also, where is held?
The second phase of the Sari Festival “VIRAASAT” will be held from January 3 to 17, 2023, at Handloom Haat, Janpath, New Delhi. Organized by the Ministry of Textiles.
The first phase of VIRAASAT took place from December 16 to 30, 2022, and was inaugurated by the Honorable Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.
Celebrating 75 handwoven Saris of India
When is the DRDO foundation day celebrated and which year did it form?
DRDO Foundation Day
Recently, Defence Research and Development Organisation celebrated the 65th Foundation Day on 1st January 2023.
DRDO was formed in 1958 from the amalgamation of the Technical Development Establishment (TDEs) of the Indian Army and the Directorate of Technical Development & Production (DTDP) with the Defence Science Organisation (DSO).