Daily Current Affairs Quiz : July 28, 2023
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1. Which Union Ministry is set to launch ‘Ayushman Bhav programme’?
[A] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Women and Child Development
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Health and Family Welfare]
Notes:
The Union Health Ministry is preparing to introduce the ‘Ayushman Bhav’ program to ensure effective implementation of all state-run health schemes to reach every intended beneficiary, even in the most remote areas.
The campaign aims to provide comprehensive and widespread coverage of health schemes, ensuring that all eligible beneficiaries can access and benefit from them. Activities like Ayushman Apke Dwar 3.0, Ayushman Sabha, Ayushman Mela, and Ayushman Gram are part of this initiative.
2. What is the name of the internet ransomware virus, regarding which CERT-In issued an advisory?
[A] Agata
[B] Akira
[C] Aira
[D] Alima
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Correct Answer: B [Akira]
Notes:
Indian Computer Emergency Response Team (CERT-In) issued an advisory regarding the internet ransomware virus named ‘Akira.’
This malware targets Windows and Linux-based systems, stealing personal information and encrypting data to extort money from victims through a double extortion scheme.
3. Hindon River is a tributary of which river?
[A] Ganges
[B] Yamuna
[C] Narmada
[D] Tapti
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Correct Answer: B [Yamuna]
Notes:
In Uttar Pradesh, water entered houses as the Hindon River swelled up and overflowed its banks. The Hindon River flows into the Yamuna River as one of its tributaries.
Heavy rain in the Yamuna river’s upper catchment areas, including Himachal Pradesh, Uttarakhand and Haryana, led to the Yamuna’s water swelling to record levels.
4. Which Union Ministry is set to launch the ‘JJM Digital Academy’?
[A] Ministry of Jal Shakti
[B] Ministry of MSME
[C] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[D] Ministry of Science and Technology
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Jal Shakti]
Notes:
During the two-day national conference held at Vigyan Bhawan in New Delhi, the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation and Echo India entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to establish JJM Digital Academy.
The Union Minister of Jal Shakti, Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, inaugurated the online portal of JJM Digital Academy on this occasion.
5. ‘Market Access Initiatives (MAI) Scheme’ is associated with which Union Ministry?
[A] Ministry of MSME
[B] Ministry of Commerce and Industry
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Women and Child Development
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Commerce and Industry]
Notes:
The Market Access Initiatives (MAI) Scheme has been updated to allow startups and new exporters to receive airfare reimbursement for participating in international events, and existing exporters will now receive a 20% higher ceiling for this incentive.
Despite these measures, India’s goods exports experienced a significant 22% year-on-year contraction in June, reaching $32.97 billion, marking the steepest decline in three years. The MAI Scheme aims to provide financial support for export promotion activities.
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July 29, 2023 at 9:59 amSuper