Daily GK and Current Affairs Quiz – 22nd & 23rd November 2020

Correct Answer: D. Government of Meghalaya

Explanation: The Government of India, the Government of Meghalaya, and the World Bank has signed a $120-million project to improve and modernize the transport sector of Meghalaya. This will help Meghalaya to harness its vast growth potential for high-value agriculture and tourism. The $120 million loans from the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), has a maturity of 14 years including a grace period of six years. The International Bank of Reconstruction and Development (IBRD) is a development bank administered by the World Bank. The Meghalaya Integrated Transport Project (MITP) will improve about 300 km of strategic road segments and stand-alone bridges by using innovative, climate-resilient, and nature-based solutions.

Correct Answer – C. Hardeep Singh Puri

Explanation: Union minister Hardeep Singh Puri launched the Safaimitra Suraksha Challenge, aimed to ensure that no person needs to enter a sewer or septic tank, unless absolutely unavoidable in the interest of greater public hygiene. The initiative, that promotes mechanized cleaning, also aims to ensure that no life of any sewer or septic tank cleaner is ever lost again owing to the issue of ‘hazardous’ cleaning.

Correct Answer – C. Maharashtra

Explanation: Bharat Financial Inclusion Ltd (BFIL), a subsidiary of IndusInd Bank has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Animal Husbandry Department (AHD) of Maharashtra Government to enhance doorstep delivery of livestock care to farmers in the state. The Joint initiative is titled ‘Maha Pashudhan Sanjeevani’ and will be supported by BFIL as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). The Scheme will be implemented under the Mukhyamantri Pashu Swasthya Yojana.

The doorstep services will include curative treatment, vaccination, artificial insemination, preventive care and all animal husbandry related information. The initiative will ensure all veterinary services for farmers at just a phone call and the toll-free number 1962 will be operational from January 2021.

Correct Answer – D. USA

Explanation:  Indian Navy received the 9th Poseidon 8I maritime surveillance aircraft from the United States (US) at the INS Hansa, Goa Naval Airbase. The P-8I Aircraft received on November 18, 2020 is the first of the Four Additional planes ordered by India after completion of the Initial order for eight aircrafts. In 2016, India signed a deal of USD 1.1 Billion with the US for Four Additional P-8I Aircrafts.

The P-8I is a variant of the P-8A Poseidon used by the US Navy. It is developed and produced by Boeing Defense, Space & Security (US-based). P-8A Poseidon aircraft was developed by Boeing as a replacement for the US Navy’s aging P-3 fleet. Indian Navy had become the first international customer for the P-8 aircraft with the conclusion of the nearly US $ 2.1 billion contract on January 1, 2009, for eight aircraft.

Correct Answer – D. Bhubaneswar

Explanation: Bhubaneswar, Capital of Odisha became the First City in the Country to get ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 9001:2015 Certification for Faecal Sludge and Septage Management (FSSM) services. Bhubaneswar Municipal Corporation (BMC) was the first civic body to implement FSSM regulations in Odisha.

 Jenaidah is the first city in the world to get ISO certification for FSSM. Bhubaneswar is 2nd in the world and 1st city in India in this regard. BMC partnered with Centre for Advocacy and Research (CFAR), a Non-Profit Organization for the purpose.

Correct Answer – D. Madhya Pradesh

Explanation: In Madhya Pradesh, a community-based nutrition management programme of very severely malnourished children is being conducted in all districts. It is titled ‘Poshit Parivar-Suposhit Madhya Pradesh’. Under this campaign, very serious malnourished children are identified and after 12 weeks or 3 months of continuous effort after their registration, they are brought to normal nutrition level.

Correct Answer – D. Saudi Arabia

Explanation: PM Modi will be attending the 15th G-20 Leaders Summit at the invitation of the King of Saudi Arabia. The summit is being chaired by Saudi Arabia on 21-22 Nov’20 in a virtual format under the theme – Realising the Opportunities of the 21st Century for All. This will be the second G20 leaders meeting in 2020. Its focus will be on an inclusive, resilient and sustainable recovery from COVID.

Correct Answer – D. USD 256 million

Explanation: The Green Climate Fund has approved dollar 256 million for Bangladesh in grants and loans to meet its Green House Gas (GHG) emission reduction targets under the Paris agreement. The financing is provided as an integrated package for textile. By 2030, Bangladesh is committed to reducing its GHG emission by 15 percent compared to a business-as-usual scenario.

Correct Answer – A. Border Security Force (BSF)

Explanation:  Border Security Force (BSF) is organizing a Para-Cycling expedition “Infinity Ride 2020″, in association with Aditya Mehta Foundation. The expedition commenced from Srinagar on 19 November 2020 and will culminate at Southern tip of India at Kanyakumari Tamil Nadu on 31st Dec 2020. This venture is being conducted under the aegis of BSF’s Divyang Skill Development Centre (DSDC), New Delhi.

Correct Answer – A. Punjab

Explanation: The Punjab Cabinet headed by Chief Minister, Captain Amarinder Singh approved the ‘Punjab Divyangjan Shaktikaran Yojana’ to empower persons with disabilities in a virtual meeting. The Scheme will be implemented in Two Phases. Phase-I will strengthen the existing programs to ensure that benefits reach people with disabilities. Phase-II will introduce 13 new interventions proposed to be undertaken for the empowerment of such persons.

Correct Answer – C. Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), New Delhi

Explanation: Indira Gandhi International Airport (IGIA), Delhi, implemented by Delhi International Airport Limited (DIAL) became the first airport in Asia Pacific Region to get the highest level – Level 4+ Transition – carbon accreditation. The airport was accredited under ACI’s Airport Carbon Accreditation program for its works in aligning its carbon management with global climate goals to reach net zero emission reduction.  The Airport is owned and operated by GMR Group. The announcement was made by the Airports Council International (ACI) during the ACI Europe Annual Assembly and congress on 17th November 2020.

Correct Answer – D. 20th November

Explanation: World Children’s Day is observed globally on 20 November every year. The day is celebrated to promote international togetherness, awareness among children worldwide, and improving children’s welfare. November 20th is an important date as it is the date in 1959 when the UN General Assembly adopted the Declaration of the Rights of the Child. World Children’s Day was first established in 1954 as Universal Children’s Day and is celebrated on 20 November each year.  It is also the date in 1989 when the UN General Assembly adopted the Convention on the Rights of the Child.

Correct Answer – C. 30th

Explanation:  The 30th edition of India-Thailand Coordinated Patrol (Indo-Thai CORPAT) between the Indian Navy and the Royal Thai Navy took place from November 18-20, 2020. INS Karmuk and His Majesty’s Thailand Ship (HTMS) Kraburi, along with Dornier Maritime Patrol Aircraft from both the navies participated in the CORPAT. Both the nations have been carrying out CORPAT twice a year since 2005.

Correct Answer – B. 15

Explanation: A Reserve Bank of India committee has recommended raising the cap on promoter stake in private sector banks to 26% of the paid-up equity after 15 years of operation. Currently, banking regulations make it mandatory for promoters of private sector banks to reduce their ownership to 40% within three years and to 15% in 15 years.