Daily Current Affairs Quiz : September 19-20, 2021
September 20, 2021 September 19, 2021
1. Which ministry has launched a Pan-India Special Campaign called “Ek Pahal Drive?”
[A] Ministry of Law and Justice
[B] Ministry of Rural Development
[C] Ministry of Corporate Affairs
[D] Ministry of Finance
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Law and Justice]
Notes:
A Pan-India Special Campaign called “Ek Pahal Drive” for Justice Delivery at doorstep was launched by the Ministry of Law and Justice. This campaign was launched in a bid to encourage mass registration under Tele-Law. Department of Justice and NALSA launched this campaign. The purpose of this campaign is to realize the desire of Indian citizens to have access to justice.
2. Which organization has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) for installing public charging station for electric vehicles?
[A] Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation
[B] Uttar Pradesh Power Corporation Limited
[C] Bangalore Electricity Supply Company Limited
[D] Punjab Energy Development Agency
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Correct Answer: D [Punjab Energy Development Agency]
Notes:
The Punjab Energy Development Agency (PEDA) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Convergence Energy Services Limited (CESL) to install public charging stations for electric vehicles in Punjab. ESL is a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Ltd. (EESL). ESL is a subsidiary of Energy Efficiency Services Ltd. (EESL). Through cooperation with PEDA, CESL plans to expand its electric vehicles product portfolio. Additionally, CESL will provide convenient and affordable charging infrastructure in the state.
3. With which organization, NITI Aayog has partnered to provide free access to education to students in 112 Aspirational Districts in India?
[A] Unacademy
[B] BYJU
[C] Tata Institute of Fundamental Research
[D] IIT Kanpur
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Correct Answer: B [BYJU]
Notes:
NITI Aayog has tied up with BYJU`S to provide free education opportunities for students in 112 Aspirational Districts in India. As part of the partnership, Byju’s will provide students with high-quality and technology-oriented learning programs free of charge to ensure high-quality education. This project will provide for the establishment of a dedicated working group, which in turn should help establish a system of knowledge, innovation and strategic support.
4. The Indian High Commission located in which country has celebrated the 57th Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC) day?
[A] Australia
[B] Qatar
[C] Bangladesh
[D] South Korea
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Correct Answer: C [Bangladesh]
Notes:
On September 16, 2021, The Indian High Commission in Dhaka celebrated the 57th Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation (ITEC). The event was hosted by Vikram Doraiswami, High Commissioner of India in Bangladesh. About 100 ITEC alumni and VIPs from all walks of life participated in the event. ITEC is the flagship program of the Indian government. It was established in 1964 to provide development experience and appropriate technology to developing countries by India.
5. Which organization has decided to train 50,000 youths under a recently launched scheme?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] Ministry of Railways
[C] Prasar Bharati
[D] Ministry of Finance
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Railways]
Notes:
As part of the Rail Kaushal Vikas Yojana initiated by the Minister of Railway Ashwini Vaishnaw on September 17, 2021, the railway will train 50,000 young people aged 18 to 35 in the next three years in industry-related skills in various Railway Training Institutes.
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