Daily Current Affairs Quiz : November 29, 2023
November 29, 2023 November 29, 2023
1. ‘Mahima Cult’ is a religious movement, which originated in which state?
[A] Odisha
[B] Telangana
[C] Karnataka
[D] West Bengal
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Correct Answer: A [Odisha]
Notes:
The Union Minister for Education and Skill Development and Entrepreneurship officially commenced the two-day ‘International Seminar on Santha Kavi Bhima Bhoi and the enduring influence of the Mahima Cult.’
Originating in the spiritual and cultural milieu of Odisha, India, the Mahima Cult is a unique religious movement that emphasizes simplicity, equality, and unwavering devotion to the formless Divine.
2. ‘Lokhimon faith’ is associated with which Indian state/UT?
[A] Assam
[B] Odisha
[C] Goa
[D] Kerala
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Correct Answer: A [Assam]
Notes:
The Lokhimon faith, founded by Kurusar Lokhan Engti Hansek, revolves around principles of reform, emphasizing non-violence, restraint, peace, friendship, faith, devotion, and purity.
To transform Karbi Anglong into a tourist destination, Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma announced the construction of a Lokhiman temple in Dolamara, Karbi Anglong, with a budget of Rs 5 crore.
3. Meitei Mayek Script is associated with which state?
[A] Assam
[B] Manipur
[C] Nagaland
[D] Mizoram
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Correct Answer: B [Manipur]
Notes:
Manipur Chief Minister N Biren Singh unveiled the Diglot Edition of the Constitution of India in the Manipuri Language, using the Meitei Mayek Script, in Imphal.
The launch event took place on the occasion of Indian Constitution Day, which fell on November 26.
4. Which High Court said that ‘the right to speedy justice is a Fundamental Right’?
[A] Madhya Pradesh High Court
[B] Delhi High Court
[C] Madras High Court
[D] Bombay High Court
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Correct Answer: A [Madhya Pradesh High Court]
Notes:
Madhya Pradesh High Court has said that ‘the right to speedy justice is a Fundamental Right’ while rejecting a plea against the executive order of the Chief Justice asking district courts to dispose of 25 of their oldest cases every quarter.
If a court fails to dispose of 25 of its oldest cases in a quarter, the remainder will be added to their target in the next quarter, as per the order. There was a prolonged strike by lawyers across Madhya Pradesh against the order.
5. Bondvol lake, which was seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Gujarat
[B] Goa
[C] Odisha
[D] Rajasthan
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Correct Answer: B [Goa]
Notes:
Goa’s Santa Cruz village panchayat has expressed surprise over preparations under way for undertaking cultivation in Bondvol lake’s catchment area.
Recently, the panchayat discovered that the water of the lake has been drained by unknown persons. Some forums has alleged that lake water was drained by tampering with a valve that was operated by the water resources department (WRD).
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