1st December Current Affairs : Vision IAS Current Affairs
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National Affairs
1. Name the organisation/Ministry that has recently (in Nov ‘22) released a study report titled‘Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Policy Framework and its Deployment Mechanism in India’.
1) Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
2) NITI Aayog
3) Centre for Civil Society
4) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
5) National Green Tribunal
Option “2” is correct. The National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog released a study report titled ‘Carbon Capture, Utilisation and Storage (CCUS) Policy Framework and its Deployment Mechanism in India’. i. It is prepared by M. N. Dastur & Company (P) Ltd. which received financial assistance under the Research Scheme of NITI Aayog. ii. It explores the importance of CCUS as an emission reduction strategy to achieve deep decarbonization from the hard-to-abate sectors.
2. In November 2022, the World Health Organisation (WHO) renamed monkeypox as _____________.
1) kpox
2) Keypox
3) Monpox
4) mpox
5) ypox
Option “4” is correct. The World Health Organisation (WHO) has renamed monkeypox as mpox, citing concerns the original name of the decades-old animal disease could be construed as discriminatory and racist. i. According to the United Nations (UN) statement, mpox was its new preferred name for monkeypox and that both names would be used for the next year as the previous name is phased out. Note- The 1st human monkeypox case was recorded in 1970. So it will take time to replace a term that has been used for decades.
3. Which of the following world heritage sites was recommended on a list of ‘in danger’ by theUnited Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO)?
Option “5” is correct. The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) released a report recommending Australia’s Great Barrier Reef (GBR) on a list of world heritage sites in danger. It is the world’s biggest coral reef ecosystem. i. This recommendation has been made as the reef is significantly impacted by climate change and the warming of oceans. ii. However, this recommendation of ‘in danger’ status will be considered with submissions from the Federal and Queensland governments (Australia) before UNESCO makes a final decision on its status. iii. The properties are included in the list of World Heritage in danger in accordance with Article 11 (4) of the Convention.
4. Name the organisation that has recently (in Nov ‘22) published “Review of MaritimeTransport – 2022” with the key finding that the pace of global shipping activity is set to decrease in 2023.
1) World Bank
2) United Nations Industrial Development Organization
3) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
4) World Trade Organization
5) International Monetary Fund
Option “3” is correct. According to the “Review of Maritime Transport – 2022” published by the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the pace of global shipping activity is set to decrease in 2023 due to the impacts of economic turmoil, the conflict between Ukraine and Russia and the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the outlook for trade. i. The report has estimated that the global maritime trade growth would moderate to 1.4% in 2022 and remain at the same level in 2023. ii. The report also compares the estimated growth of 3.2% in 2021 and overall shipment volume of 11 billion tonnes, versus a 3.8% decline in 2020.
5. Electric Boat Manufacturer ‘Navalt Solar’ has recently (in Nov ‘22) received its 1st export
order from which country?
1) Japan
2) Australia
3) Indonesia
4) Maldives
5) Singapore
Option “4” is correct. Navalt Solar, Kochi (Kerala)-based solar-electric boat manufacturer, and Electric Boats has received its 1st export order. It received the order worth USD 650,000 (nearly Rs 5 crore) from Maldives. i. The 20 metres long and 7 metres wide ferry will be used by the Maldives for inter-island passenger transport.
6. Which of the following institutes has ‘not’ signed an MoU with the Bureau of IndianStandards (BIS) to introduce Indian standards as an integral part of the curriculum?
Option “5” is correct. Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) signed a MoU with top six engineering institutes of India for introducing Indian standards as an integral part of the curriculum. i. The MoU was signed with the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) BHU Varanasi, Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT) Jaipur, IIT Indore, IIT Patna, IIT Madras and National Institute of Technology (NIT) Trichy for the establishment of ‘BIS Standardization Chair Professor’ at these institutes.
7. Which organisation has recently (in Nov ‘22) got exempted by the Indian Government from
taking its approval for manufacturing, storage, use and transportation of solid propellant for
space rockets?
1) Hindustan Aeronautics Limited
2) Bharat Electronics Limited
3) Indian Space Research Organisation
4) Bharat Dynamics Limited
5) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
Option “3” is correct. The Central Government has exempted the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) from taking its approval for manufacturing, storage, use and transportation of solid propellant for space rockets to promote ease of doing business. Earlier, ISRO was required to take a licence from the Petroleum and Explosives Safety Organisations (PESO), an arm of the department for promotion of industry and internal trade (DPIIT). i. The Indian Council of Historical Research (ICHR) has embarked on a project titled, ‘History of Indian Science and Technology’ to compile India’s history of science and technology (S&T), and economics from the ancient times to the present. • ICHR has approached the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) for the compilation project and has sent a concept note to ISRO chairman, S Somanath.
8. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the Special Bulletin on Maternal
Mortality in India 2018-20 released by the office of the Registrar General and Census
Commissioner of India in November 2022?
A) As per the report, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has declined from 130 per lakh live
births in 2014-16 to 97 per lakh live births in 2018-20.
B) Kerala has the lowest of 19 per lakh live births followed by Maharashtra (33) and Telangana
(43).
C) Uttar Pradesh has the highest MMR of 195 followed by Punjab (173) and Haryana 167.
1) Only A & B
2) Only B & C
3) Only A & C
4) Only A
5) All A, B & C
Option “1” is correct. A Special Bulletin on Maternal Mortality in India 2018-20 was released by the office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India. As per it, the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) has declined from 130 per lakh live births in 2014-16 to 97 per lakh live births in 2018-20. i. Kerala has the lowest of 19 per lakh live births followed by Maharashtra (33) and Telangana (43). • Assam has the highest MMR of 195 is followed by Madhya Pradesh with MMR of 173 per lakh live births and Uttar Pradesh 167. ii. MMR in Punjab and Haryana continues to be higher than the national average of 97.
9. Which of the following points is/are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the 53rd International Film
Festival of India (IFFI) held in Goa in November 2022?
1) The Iranian film “Mitra,” directed by Nadav Lapid, was awarded the ‘ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal’
at the 53rd International Film Festival of India.
2) The ‘Silver Peacock for Best Director’ was awarded to Nader Saeivar for his work on the Turkish
film “No End” (Bi Payan).
3) Vahid Mobasseri for ‘No End’, was honoured with Silver Peacock for Best Actor (Male) and Daniela
Marin Navarro for ‘I Have Electric Dreams’ is honoured with Silver Peacock for Best Actor (Female).
4) Spanish film ‘I Have Electric Dreams’ directed by Valentina Maurel won the prestigious ‘Golden
Peacock’ for the best film of the festival.
5) Film ‘Dear Diary’ wins 53-Hour Challenge at the 2nd edition of ‘75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow’ at
IFFI in Goa.
Option “1” is correct. The 53rd International Film Festival of India (IFFI) was held in Goa from November 20 – 28, 2022. IFFI is an annual film festival, which has been organized with the philosophy of “Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam” (the world is one family) at its core. • IFFI is jointly organized by the National Film Development Corporation and the Entertainment Society of Goa. • Mega Star Chiranjeevi receives Indian Film Personality of the Year Award for 2022. • The Iranian film “Nargesi,” directed by Payam Eskandari, was awarded the ‘ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal’ at the 53rd International Film Festival of India. • The ‘Silver Peacock for Best Director’ was awarded to Nader Saeivar for his work on the Turkish film “No End” (Bi Payan). • Spanish film ‘I Have Electric Dreams’ directed by Valentina Maurel won the prestigious ‘Golden Peacock’ for the best film of the festival. • Vahid Mobasseri, lead actor of ‘No End’, was honoured with Silver Peacock for Best Actor (Male) and Daniela Marin Navarro, lead Actor of Best Film ‘I Have Electric Dreams’ is honoured with Silver Peacock for Best Actor (Female). • Film ‘Dear Diary’ wins 53-Hour Challenge at the 2nd edition of ‘75 Creative Minds of Tomorrow’ at IFFI in Goa.
ACQUISITIONS & MERGERS
10. Which of the following companies has recently (in Nov ‘22) agreed to merge with Singapore
Airlines (SIA) and Tata Sons?
1) Vistara
2) Air India
3) SpiceJet
4) Both 1 & 2
5) Both 2 & 3
Option “4” is correct. Singapore Airlines (SIA) and TATA Sons (TATA) agreed to merge Air India and Vistara, with SIA also investing Rs 20,585 million (SD 360 million, USD 250 million) in Air India as part of the transaction. i. As a result, SIA would hold a 25.1% share in an enlarged Air India group that would have a significant presence in all important market segments. ii. SIA and Tata aim to complete the merger by March 2024. iii. Air India has received its 1st Boeing 777-200 LR (Long Range) Vihaan, which means “dawn of a new era”, is the name given to the aircraft with registration VT-AEF, as per the induction plan.
BANKING AND FINANCE
11. Which bank has recently (in Nov ‘22) partnered with Open Financial Technologies PrivateLimited to launch Asia’s first end-to-end Embedded Finance platform, ‘Zwitch’?
1) Bandhan Bank
2) MUFG Bank
3) DBS Bank
4) CSB Bank
5) SBM Bank India
Option “5” is correct. SBM Bank India partnered with Open Financial Technologies Private Limited announced a strategic partnership to launch Asia’s first end-to-end Embedded Finance platform, ‘Zwitch’. i. Zwitch will offer a no-code, low-code and full-stack Application Programming Interface (API) solution that enables fintechs to build their own financial products using Zwitch’s technology stack, which comprises drag-drop dashboard, low-code plugins along with 300+ APIs.
12. To which country, India has provided financial assistance of USD 100 million to ease its
difficult economic challenges?
1) Maldives
2) Sri Lanka
3) Indonesia
4) Afghanistan
5) Bangladesh
Option “1” is correct. India has provided financial assistance of USD 100 million in the form of Budgetary support to the Maldives government to ease its difficult economic challenges. i. A symbolic cheque was handed over by the High Commissioner of India, Munu Mahawar to the Maldives’ Minister of Foreign Affairs Abdulla Shahid during the ceremony held at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in Maldives. ii. The partnership between the Maldives and India will provide crucial assistance in the progress and development of the Maldives.
13. In November 2022, the SEBI increased the investment limit of mutual funds (MFs) in debt instruments issued by a single issuer to _______ of the Net Asset Value (NAV) from 10%.
1) 15%
2) 12%
3) 14%
4) 11%
5) 13%
Option “2” is correct. The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has increased the investment limit of mutual funds (MFs) in debt instruments issued by a single issuer to 12% of the Net Asset Value (NAV) from 10% w.e.f. November 29, 2022 on all new schemes. i. Existing schemes will be exempt until the maturity of the underlying debt and money market securities. ii. This circular by SEBI is issued in exercise of its powers conferred under Section 11 (1) of the SEBI Act, 1992, read with the provisions of Regulation 77 of SEBI (Mutual Funds) Regulations, 1996, to protect the interests of investors and to promote the development of the securities market.
14. Name the bank that has recently (in Nov ‘22) partnered with TurtleFin to launch”EasyNsure,” its first comprehensive technology platform.
1) Axis Bank
2) ICICI Bank
3) YES Bank
4) HDFC Bank
5) IndusInd Bank
Option “3” is correct. YES BANK partnered with TurtleFin, India’s leading insurtech platform, to launch ‘EasyNsure’, a first-of-its-kind comprehensive technology platform, that will bring multiple insurance partners onto a common platform. i. This technology platform will allow business tracking across bank hierarchy, simplifying revenue reconciliation.
SPORTS
15. In November 2022, ____________ from Norway defeated Poland’s Jan-Krzysztof Duda in theMeltwater Champions Chess Tour (MCCT) finals 2022, while Indian Grandmaster R Praggnanandhaa finished _______ in the final standing.
1) Wesley So; 3rd
2) Magnus Carlsen; 5th
3) Wesley So; 4th
4) Magnus Carlsen; 3rd
5) Liem Le; 5th
Option “2” is correct. World Champion Magnus Carlsen of Norway defeated Poland’s Jan-Krzysztof Duda in the Meltwater Champions Chess Tour (MCCT) finals 2022 held at the SHACK15 venue in San Francisco, United States of America (USA). • MCCT 2022 is a series of 9 online chess tournaments that started on 19th February 2022 and ended on 20th November 2022. i. Indian Grandmaster Rameshbabu Praggnanandhaa (R Praggnanandhaa) defeated compatriot Arjun Erigaisi in the 7th & final round of the tour to finish 5th in the final standing. ii. Magnus Carlsen has earned USD 242,400 in total Tour earnings while Jan-Krzysztof Duda has won USD 162500 for 2nd place followed by R Praggnanandhaa with USD 129000.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
16. Name the company that has successfully Propel its Moon Spacecraft, CubeSat EQUilibriUmLunar-Earth point 6U Spacecraft (EQUULEUS) in November 2022.
1) Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency
2) European Space Agency
3) SpaceX
4) National Aeronautics and Space Administration
5) Canadian Space Agency
Option “1” is correct. Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) has successfully used steam (water) to propel its CubeSat EQUilibriUm Lunar-Earth point 6U Spacecraft (EQUULEUS), that was launched as one of the payloads aboard National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA)’s Orion spacecraft. i. This is the world’s first successful orbit control beyond low-earth orbit (LEO) using a steam (water) propellant propulsion system.
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. The _______ National Organ Donation Day was observed across India on 27th November 2022.
1) 8th
2) 10th
3) 12th
4) 13th
5) 15th
Option “4” is correct. The 13th National Organ Donation Day observed across India on 27th November 2022 to promote organ donation and to recognise the contribution of organ donors. i. The day aims to create awareness about the importance of organ donation in saving the lives of people suffering from terminal and irreversible organ failure.
18. When was United Nations (UN)’s Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare
2022 observed across the globe?
1) 28th November 2022
2) 30th November 2022
3) 27th November 2022
4) 29th November 2022
5) 26th November 2022
Option “2” is correct. The United Nations (UN)’s Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare 2022 was observed across the globe on 30th November 2022 to pay tribute to the victims who lost their lives or suffered due to chemical warfare. i. The day also reaffirms Organization for the Prohibition of Chemical Weapons (OPCW)’s dedication to the cause and aims to achieve the goals of peace, security, and multilateralism. ii. The 1st Day of Remembrance for All Victims of Chemical Warfare was observed on 30th November 2016.
19. When was International Jaguar Day 2022 observed across the globe?
1) 29th November 2022
2) 27th November 2022
3) 30th November 2022
4) 28th November 2022
5) 26th November 2022
Option “1” is correct. International Jaguar Day 2022 was observed across the globe on 29th November 2022 to raise awareness about the increasing threats faced by the Jaguars (Panthera onca) and the vital conservation efforts being made from Mexico to Argentina to ensure their survival. i. International Jaguar Day was initiated by Alan Rabinowitz, co-founder and former Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Chief Scientist for Panthera, the global wild cat conservation organization.
OBITUARY
20. Jiang Zemin, former President of _______, passed away in November 2022.
1) Bhutan
2) Mongolia
3) China
4) Japan
5) Nepal
Option “3” is correct. Jiang Zemin, former President of China, who presided over more than a decade of economic growth after the 1989 Tiananmen crackdown against pro-democracy protests, passed away at the age of 96 in Shanghai, China. i. He died from leukemia and multiple organ failure. ii. Jiang Zemin served as the head of the Communist Party from 1989 to 2002. He served as the President of China from 1993 to 2003.
21. Vikram S Kirloskar, _____________ of Toyota Kirloskar Motor passed away in November 2022.
Option “5” is correct. Vikram S Kirloskar, Vice Chairperson of Toyota Kirloskar Motor passed away at the age of 64 in Bengaluru, Karnataka. i. Vikram Kirloskar, a fourth-generation member of the Kirloskar Group, which was founded in 1888, served as Vice Chairman of Toyota Kirloskar Motor (since 1998) and Chairman and Managing Director (MD) of Kirloskar Systems Ltd. ii. He was President of Confederation of Indian Industry during 2019-2020 and was currently the Chairman of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Manufacturing Council, CII Trade Fair’s council and Chairman Hydrogen Task force.
Option “3” is correct. Akhil, a youth from Telangana thought innovatively and set up a donkey farm in Mahabubnagar, Telangana. i. It is one of the two donkey farms in the nation and the first in Telangana. They are rearing 50 donkeys in a leased farmland of 28-acre in Bijinepalli mandal.
23. Who is the current (as of Nov ‘22) Director General of Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI)?
1) Uday Shankar
2) Subhrakant Panda
3) Anish Shah
4) Sidharth Birla
5) Arun Chawla
Option “5” is correct. About Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI): Director General – Arun Chawla Establishment – 1927 Headquarters – New Delhi, Delhi
24. Laxmi Singh has recently (in Nov ‘22) become first female Police Commissioner of which state?
Option “4” is correct. Laxmi Singh, a 2000-batch IPS officer, has been appointed as Noida (Uttar Pradesh)’s new Police Commissioner and has become the state’s first female Police Commissioner. i. She has previously served as the Inspector General of Police for Lucknow range and was also responsible for pacifying protesting farmers following the Lakhimpur Kheri incident.
25. In which state ‘Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary’ is located?
Option “1” is correct. About Madhya Pradesh (MP): Chief Minister (CM) – Shivraj Singh Chouhan Governor – Mangubhai Patel National Parks – Dinosaur Fossil National Park; Van Vihar National Park Wildlife Sanctuary – Bagdara Wildlife Sanctuary; Gandhi Sagar Sanctuary
26. 23. Where is the Headquarters of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD)?
1) Geneva, Switzerland
2) Rome, Italy
3) London, United Kingdom
4) Paris, France
5) Vienna, Austria
Option “1” is correct. About United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD): Secretary–General– Rebeca Grynspan Headquarters– Geneva, Switzerland
27. Who has recently (in Nov ‘22) taken charge as Secretary of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance?
Option “3” is correct. Sanjay Malhotra has formally taken charge as Secretary of the Department of Revenue under the Ministry of Finance. Prior to his joining as Secretary of the revenue department, he was heading the Department of Financial Services in the ministry.
28. In Which year the Airports Authority of India (AAI) was established?
1) 1993
2) 1997
3) 1995
4) 1990
5) 1994
Option “3” is correct. About the Airports Authority of India (AAI): Chairman- Sanjeev Kumar Headquarters- New Delhi Establishment- 1995
29. Who has been recently (in Nov ‘22) appointed as president of Ashok Leyland?
1) Jean Brunol
2) Sanjay V. Jorapur
3) C.Bhaktavatsala Rao
4) Manisha Girotra
5) Saugata Gupta
Option “2” is correct. Hinduja group flagship Ashok Leyland has appointed Sanjay V. Jorapur as its president and headhuman resources. i. Mr. Jorapur succeeds Amanpreet Singh, who would now move on to a senior role at the Hinduja Group in Mumbai.
STATE NEWS
30. Which state became the 3rd Indian state to launch a comprehensive mental health policy?
1) Andhra Pradesh
2) Assam
3) Meghalaya
4) Tamil Nadu
5) West Bengal
Option “3” is correct. Meghalaya Cabinet, chaired by Chief Minister Conrad Kongkal Sangma, approved the “Meghalaya Mental Health and Social Care Policy” to address the issues of mental health and social care through collaborative engagement with communities. i. With this Meghalaya became the 3rd state in India to have a comprehensive mental health policy. (Kerala and Karnataka are the other 2 states with such a policy). ii. On 10th October 2022 (World Mental Health Day), Meghalaya announced the first-ever draft state mental health and social care policy.
