9th December Current Affairs : Vision IAS Current Affairs
9th December Current Affairs -Vision IAS Current Affairs 2022: Vision IAS Current Affairs is one of the most important topics of any government exams like UPSC, SSC, SBI, IBPS, RBI, LIC, RRB, AAI, DRDO, ISRO, NTR, FSSAI, CWC, LIC, SSC CGL, etc. All aspirants who are preparing for these government exams must go through Vision IAS Current Affairs 2022 questions. Keep reading Vision IAS Current Affairs on daily basis on our website www.studyvirus.com. Here we are providing Vision IAS Current Affairs mcqs for all the aspirants who are looking for Daily Current Affairs 2022.
Most of the aspirants are always looking for Vision IAS Current Affairs and GK Questions because they know these Current Affairs and GK Questions have very good weightage in several government exams. We are providing Vision IAS Current Affairs and GK Questions of all topics in GK Question Answer Form. We are providing GK Questions in Hindi and GK Question Answer in English
NATIONAL AFFAIRS
1. Who has recently (in Dec ‘22) addressed the 7th Edition of the Global Technology Summit, a 3-day summit, in New Delhi, Delhi?
1) Narendra Modi (Prime Minister of India)
2) Droupadi Murmu (President of India)
3) Jagdeep Dhankhar (Vice President of India)
4) S Jaishankar (Union Minister of External Affairs)
5) Jitendra Singh (MoS of S & T)
Option “4” is correct. External Affairs Minister (EAM) Dr S Jaishankar addressed the 7th Edition of the Global Technology Summit, a 3-day summit, in New Delhi, Delhi about the rise of India’s link with the rise of Indian technology. i. It is India’s annual flagship event on Geotechnology, which was jointly hosted by the Ministry of External Affairs and Carnegie India. ii. The theme for the 7th Global Technology Summit is Geopolitics of Technology.
2. In December 2022, the “SWAMIH Investment Fund I” received _________ investment from the Government of India (GoI) to help Homebuyers.
Option “2” is correct. The “SWAMIH Investment Fund I,” which invests in distressed residential projects and is backed by SBICAP Ventures Limited (SVL), has received approximately Rs 5,000 crore investment from the Government of India (GoI), bringing the fund’s ultimate value to Rs 15,530 crore. This is among the largest capital raised by any fund in India in recent years. i. The “SWAMIH Investment Fund I” was established under the Special Window for Affordable and Mid-Income Housing (SWAMIH). ii. SWAMIH is a ‘category II’ Alternative Investment Fund (AIF) introduced in September 2019 by Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman and approved by the Cabinet in November 2019.
AWARDS AND RECOGNITION
3. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to the 19th annual Forbes list of “The World’s 100 Most Powerful Women released in December 2022?
1) Ursula von der Leyen from Germany tops the list by securing rank 1 followed by Christine Lagarde from France.
2) Total of six Indians who have made the list including Union Minister of Finance Nirmala Sitaraman, who placed at 30th rank and featured on the list for the 6th time in a row.
3) Roshini Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCLTech ranked at 53rd place, and Nykaa creator Falguni Nayar ranked at 89th place.
4) Both 1 & 3
5) Both 1 & 2
Option “4” is correct. According to the 19th annual Forbes list of “The World’s 100 Most Powerful Women,” Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, Biocon Executive Chairperson Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, and Nykaa creator Falguni Nayar are among six Indians who have made the list. • The list features 11 billionaires with a combined net worth of USD 115 billion, 10 heads of state, and 39 Chief Executive Officers (CEOs). i. Ursula von der Leyen from Germany tops the list by securing rank 1 followed by Christine Lagarde from France (2nd Rank) and Kamala Harris from United States (3rd Rank). ii. The 6 Indians are Union Minister Nirmala Sitaraman, Ministry of Finance, (36th Rank) for fourth time in a row, Roshini Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCLTech (53rd rank), Madhabi Puri Buch, the first female Chairperson of the SEBI, (54th rank), Soma Mondal, Chairperson of the SAIL (67 rank), Kiran Mazumdar-Shaw, the Founder and Executive Chairperson of Biocon Limited and Biocon Biologics Limited (77th rank) and Falguni Sanjay Nayar, the founder and CEO of Nykaa (placed 89th).
4. Who has recently (in Dec ‘22) recognised as Time Magazine’s 2022 Person of the Year?
1) Rishi Sunak (Prime Minister of the United Kingdom)
2) Gregory Robinson (Former NASA administrator)
3) Volodymyr Zelensky (President of Ukraine)
4) Elon Musk (CEO of Tesla)
5) Joe Biden (President of US)
Option “3” is correct. Time Magazine has named Ukrainian president Volodymyr Zelensky and “the spirit of Ukraine” as its 2022 Person of the Year, an award that recognises an event or person deemed as having the most influence on global events over the past 12 months. i. Other finalists for the award included protesters in Iran, China’s leader Xi Jinping Elon Musk (winner of 2021 Person of the year) and the United States (US) Supreme Court. Other Awardee: • Women in Iran and Roya Piraei, whose mother was killed in protests in Iran, speaks out, were recognized as Time’s 2022 Heroes of the year and the Korean-pop(K-Pop) band Blackpink were recognised as Time’s Entertainer of the year 2022. • Former NASA administrator Gregory Robinson and The James Webb Telescope was recognised as Innovator of the year 2022.
5. Which of the following personalities from India are recognised as “Superstars of STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics)” by Science & Technology Australia (STA) for 2023-2024?
1) Neelima Kadiyala
2) Ana Baburamani
3) Indrani Mukherjee
4) Only 1 & 2
5) All 1, 2 & 3
Option “5” is correct. The 3 Indian-origin women- Neelima Kadiyala; Dr Ana Baburamani; and Dr Indrani Mukherjee, are among 60 scientists, technologists, engineers, and mathematicians who have been recognised as ‘Superstars of STEM’ by Science & Technology Australia (STA) for 2023-2024. i. These women will undertake a 2-year program (2023-2024) to step into the media as STEM(Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) experts. • Neelima Kadiyala– IT Program Manager at Challenger Limited, Sydney, Australia. • Dr Ana Baburamani– Scientific Advisor in the Department of Defence- Science and Technology Group, Melbourne, Australia. • Dr Indrani Mukherjee– Deep-time geologist at the University of Tasmania, Tasmania, Australia.
BANKING AND FINANCE
6. Which country’s Monsha’at has recently (in Dec’ 22) signed an MoU with the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to develop MSMEs and their ecosystem, in both the countries?
1) United Kingdom
2) France
3) United Arab Emirates
4) Saudi Arabia
5) Australia
Option “4” is correct. An MoU has been signed between the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) and Small and Medium Enterprises General Authority of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (also known as Monsha’at) to develop Micro, Small and Medium enterprises (MSMEs) and their ecosystem, in both the countries. i. It is part of the bilateral initiative to improve diplomatic relations between India and Saudi Arabia. ii. Under this MoU, both sides will explore and collaborate on matters of common interest.
7. In December 2022, Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a loan of USD 780 million multi-tranche financing facility (MFF) to build new lines for which metro rail?
1) Bengaluru Metro
2) Chennai Metro
3) Mumbai Metro
4) Delhi Metro
5) Hyderabad Metro
Option “2” is correct. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a loan of USD 780 million multi-tranche financing facility (MFF) to build new lines for Chennai metro rail and improve its network connectivity with bus and feeder services. i. ADB will provide an additional USD 1 million technical assistance (TA) grant to help the Chennai Metro Rail with the planning and management of the metro system’s multimodal integration. ii. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) approved a USD 300 million loan to upgrade more than 300 kilometres of state highways and major district roads in Assam, including six road sections in the state’s western, central, and southern regions.
8. Name the organization that has recently (in Dec ‘22) organised ‘Kutumb’ Event in New Delhi, Delhi along with the India Infoline Limited- Home Finance Ltd. (IIFL HFL).
1) World Bank
2) International Monetary Fund
3) Asian Development Bank
4) African Development Bank
5) Association of Southeast Asian Nations
Option “3” is correct. Asian Development Bank (ADB) and India Infoline Limited- Home Finance Ltd. (IIFL HFL) organised ‘Kutumb‘ event in Delhi discussing scope around green affordable housing in India. The ‘Kutumb’ was launched on 2nd December 2022 with an event titled ‘Green Affordable Housing Ecosystem’ in Delhi.
9. Which of the following points are ‘Incorrect’ with respect to the RBI’s bi-monthly monetary policy of FY23 held in December 2022?
1) RBI decreased India’s real Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth to 6.8% from 7% for FY23.
2) The MPC raised the repo rate by 35 basis points to 6.25% from 5.90%
3) The Standing Deposit Facility (SDF) Rate adjusted to 6% from 5.65% and Marginal Standing Facility (MSF) rate to 6.50% from 6.15%.
4) The Bank Rate remained unchanged at 6.15%.
5) Real GDP growth for Q1FY24 is projected at 7.1%.
Option “4” is correct. RBI Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) met on December 5-7, 2022 , and released the Monetary Policy Statement, 2022-23 Resolution of the MPC which declined India’s real GDP growth to 6.8% for FY23 from 7% (projected in September 2022) with FY23’s Q3 at 4.4%; and Q4 at 4.2%. • The MPC raised the repo rate by 35 basis points to 6.25% from 5.90% • Real GDP growth for Q1FY24 is projected at 7.1% and at 5.9% for Q2.
10. Name the bank that recently (in Dec ‘22) partnered with the National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) Center of Excellence (CoE) to promote the startup ecosystem.
1) IDFC First Bank
2) HDFC Bank
3) ICICI Bank
4) Axis Bank
5) YES Bank
Option “1” is correct. The IDFC First Bank and National Association of Software and Service Companies (NASSCOM) Centre of Excellence (CoE) partnered to grow the innovation ecosystem and guide startups through a range of banking solutions. i. IDFC First Bank and NASSCOM COE signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for appointing the IDFC First bank as a preferred banking partner for startups, at an event held in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
11. In December 2022, National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) was recently (in Dec‘22) partnered with the GMR Airports Limited (GAL) to invest ________in three airport projects.
Option “4” is correct. GMR Airports Limited (GAL), a subsidiary of GMR Infrastructure Limited partnered with National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF) to invest in the equity capital of three airport projects including the Greenfield international airports at Mopa in Goa and Bhogapuram in Andhra Pradesh.Note: GAL has not shared the details about the total investment by NIIF and the third airport.. • NIIF will make a primary investment of Rs. 631 crore (Rs. 6.31 billion) in the form of Compulsory Convertible Debentures (CCD) at the GMR Goa International Airport (GGIAL), a special purpose vehicle (SPV) for operating the new Goa airport.
APPOINTMENTS AND RESIGNATIONS
12. In December 2022, ________ was appointed as the Chair of Business 20 (B20) India by GoI, while __________ was appointed as the B20 India Secretariat.
1) Saurabh Agrawal; Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
2) N Chandrasekaran; Confederation of Indian Industry
3) Saurabh Agrawal; National Association of Software and Service Companies
4) N Chandrasekaran; Associated Chambers of Commerce and Industry of India
5) Bhaskar Bhat; Confederation of Indian Industry
Option “2” is correct. The Government of India has appointed N Chandrasekaran, Chairman of Tata Sons Private Limited, as the Chair of Business 20 (B20) India to lead the business agenda during India’s G20 Presidency. i. The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) has been appointed as the B20 India Secretariat by the government to lead the B20 India process. CII assumed charge on 1st December 2022.
13. In December 2022, Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra was sworn in as the 1st Female President of which country?
1) Venezuela
2) Ecuador
3) Peru
4) Brazil
5) Chile
Option “3” is correct. Vice President of Peru, Dina Ercilia Boluarte Zegarra, was sworn in as the first Female President of Peru after Pedro Castillo, President of Peru, was ousted by Congress and arrested on a charge of rebellion. i. Peru’s Congress removed President Pedro Castillo shortly after he attempted to dissolve the legislative body(Congress) and take unilateral control of the government, triggering a serious constitutional crisis. ii. Dina Boluarte, a 60-year-old lawyer, is 1st Woman President in Peru’s more than 200-year history as an independent republic & she was chosen Vice President of the presidential nominee that brought Castillo to power in 2021.
BOOKS AND AUTHORS
14. HarperCollins Publishers India Pvt. Ltd. has announced the autobiography of Pakistani Cricketer Wasim Akram titled “Sultan: A Memoir” is set to be released on 22nd December 2022.
The book was written by whom along with Wasim Akram?
1) Gideon Haigh
2) Peter Greste
3) Jonathan Swan
4) John Pilger
5) Paul Kadak
Option “1” is correct. HarperCollins Publishers India Pvt. Ltd. has announced the release of the autobiography of Pakistani Cricketer Wasim Akram titled “Sultan: A Memoir”. The book was written by Wasim Akram along with veteran cricket writer from Australia, Gideon Haigh. i. The book was published by Hardie Grant Books, an imprint of Hardie Grant Publishing, one of Australia’s largest privately owned media companies. The book is set to be translated into many languages including Urdu. ii. ‘Sultan’ tells the story of Wasim Akram, the ‘sultan of swing’, one of the greatest fast bowlers in the history of cricket.
SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY
15. Which state/UT government has recently (in Dec ‘22) partnered with the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), a unit of Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), to develop a “Spatial Data Infrastructure geoportal?
Option “3” is correct. The government of Ladakh (Union Territory) and the Indian Institute of Remote Sensing (IIRS), a unit of the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO), has partnered to develop a “Spatial Data Infrastructure geoportal – Geo-Ladakh ” for Ladakh. i. The Ladakh government and IIRS-ISRO signed an MoU for the above development on 1st January 2022.
16. Name the company that has recently (in Dec ‘22) signed an MoU with the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) to launch SpaceTech Innovation Network (SpIN).
1) Dhruva Space
2) Skyroot Aerospace
3) Pixxel
4) Social Alpha
5) Aantriksh
Option “4” is correct. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) signed an MoU with the Social Alpha, a Non-profit Organization based in Bengaluru, Karnataka, to launch SpaceTech Innovation Network (SpIN), India’s first dedicated platform for innovation curation and venture development for the flourishing space entrepreneurial ecosystem. i. In line with this partnership, SpIN launched its 1st innovation challenge inviting applications from early-stage startups for developing solutions in areas like maritime, land transportation, urbanization, etc. ii. The applications are open from 6th December 2022 to 6th February 2023.
IMPORTANT DAYS
17. When was the 262nd Indian Army Service Corps (IASC)’s Corps Day observed across the globe?
1) 4th December 2022
2) 6th December 2022
3) 8th December 2022
4) 5th December 2022
5) 7th December 2022
Option “3” is correct. Indian Army Service Corps (IASC)’s Corps Day is annually observed on 8th December to commemorate the rich history of the IASC and to pay homage to the Soldiers and Martyrs who served the nation. i. 8th December 2022 marks the observance of IASC’s 262nd Corps Day and 11th Reunion Day. ii. As part of the 11th Army Service Corps Reunion Day, to commemorate the 75th year of independence, the Army Adventure Nodal Centre (Microlight) Gaya has undertaken a Microlight Flying Expedition from Gaya(Bihar) to Bengaluru(Karnataka) under the aegis of IASC and Army Adventure Wing, Integrated Headquarters of Ministry of Defence (Army). • Tornadoes ASC Motorcycle Display team created a World Record in Bengaluru, Karnataka. With this, the 11th ASC Reunion has increased its tally of 32 world records and added 3 new world records to its list. • Tornadoes’s Captain Abhijeet Singh Grewal created a world record for the longest continuous ride by standing on a motorcycle seat.
18. The _________ South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Charter Day 2022 was observed on 8th December 2022.
1) 35th
2) 38th
3) 36th
4) 39th
5) 40th
Option “2” is correct. The 38th South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) Charter Day 2022 was observed on 8th December 2022 to mark the adoption of the SAARC Charter on 8th December 1985 in Dhaka, Bangladesh. i. SAARC was established in 1985 and the Secretariat of the Association was set up in Kathmandu, Nepal, on 17th January 1987. ii. The charter was signed at the First SAARC Summit by the Leaders of SAARC Countries: Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, the Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. iii. Afghanistan was admitted as the 8th Member of the SAARC during the 14th Summit held in New Delhi, Delhi(India) on 3rd-4th April 2007.
CA STATIC GK
19. Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
1) Tamil Nadu
2) Kerala
3) Karnataka
4) Andhra Pradesh
5) Telangana
Option “2” is correct. About Kerala: Governor– Arif Mohammad Khan National Park– Pampadum Shola National Park; Mathikettan Shola National Park Wildlife Sanctuary– Wayanad Wildlife Sanctuary; Idukki Wildlife Sanctuary
20. Name the Indian cricketer who has recently (in Dec ‘22) became the first-ever Indian to smash 500 sixes in international cricket.
Option “3” is correct. Rohit Sharma became the first-ever Indian to smash 500 sixes in international cricket. The 35-yearold Rohit Sharma smashed five sixes against Bangladesh in the second ODI to cross the 500-six mark in international cricket. i. Rohit has hit 256 sixes in ODIs, 182 in T20Is and 64 in Tests. Only Chris Gayle (553) Jamaican cricketer has hit more sixes than Rohit Sharma.
21. In December 2022, French scientists revived a 48,500-year-old “zombie virus” buried under a frozen lake in __________.
1) China
2) France
3) Canada
4) Germany
5) Russia
Option “5” is correct. French scientists have revived a 48,500-year-old “zombie virus” buried under a frozen lake in Russia. Scientists have long warned that the thawing of permafrost due to atmospheric warming will worsen climate change by freeing previously trapped greenhouse gases like methane. i. They revived and characterized 13 new pathogens, what they termed “zombie viruses,” and found that they remained infectious despite spending many millennia trapped in the frozen ground, according to a Bloomberg report. ii. The oldest, dubbed as Pandoravirus Yedoma, is known to be 48,500 years old, which breaks the previous record held by a 30,000-year-old virus that was uncovered by the same team in 2013.
22. Who is the current (as of Dec ‘22) Foreign Secretary of India?
Option “2” is correct. The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet extended the tenure of Foreign Secretary of India Vinay Mohan Kwatra till April 30, 2024. Mr. Kwatra, who took charge on May 1, 2022, was earlier scheduled to retire on December 31. i. Vinay Mohan Kwatra (IFS 1988 batch) had succeeded Foreign Secretary Harsh Vardhan Shringla, who is now serving as the Chief Coordinator of the upcoming G-20 summit that will be held here in 2023.
23. What is the currency of Peru?
1) Peso
2) Euro
3) Sol
4) Dollar
5) Franc
Option “3” is correct. About the Republic of Peru: Prime Minister- Betssy Chávez Capital- Lima Currency- Sol
24. Mandous is a slow-moving cyclone that may impact the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts from 8th December 2022 onwards.
The name ‘Mandous’ has been suggested by which country?
1) United Arab Emirates
2) Sri Lanka
3) Pakistan
4) Thailand
5) Myanmar
Option “1” is correct. The deep depression over the south Bay of Bengal intensified into cyclonic storm Mandous around midnight on December 8, 2022 that may impact the Tamil Nadu and Puducherry coasts. The name was given when the cyclonic circulation was expected to likely move northwest and evolve into a depression over the southeast Bay of Bengal. i. The name “Mandous” was given to the storm when it was only a well-marked area over the Andaman Sea and the adjoining Bay of Bengal. It was named Mandous by the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Mandous, in Arabic, means “treasure box.”
25. Who was recently (in Dec ‘22) appointed as the Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of Ashok Leyland?
1) Saugata Gupta
2) Manisha Girotra
3) Jean Brunol
4) C. Bhaktavatsala Rao
5) Shenu Agarwal
Option “5” is correct. Hinduja group flagship Ashok Leyland has appointed Shenu Agarwal as Managing Director (MD) and Chief Executive Officers (CEO) of the company with immediate effect. i. Shenu Agarwal will drive the technology development, growth, and future strategy for the company towards achieving its vision to be among the top ten commercial vehicle players globally, the Chennaibased commercial vehicle maker. ii. He joins the company from Escorts Kubota, where he was designated as president.
26. Who is the current (as of Dec ‘22) Drugs Controller General of India?
1) Rubina Bose
2) Dr. S.Eswara Reddy
3) V. G. Somani
4) P.B. N. Prasad
5) A. K. Pradhan
Option “3” is correct. Dr. V. G. Somani is the current Drugs Controller General of India. i. World’s first intranasal vaccine for COVID developed by India has got approval from the Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) for restricted use in emergency situations in the age group of 18 and above.
27. In which state, Nameri Tiger Reserve is located?
Option “1” is correct. About Assam: National Parks– Kaziranga National Park, Dibru – Saikhowa National Park Wildlife Sanctuaries– Garampani Wildlife Sanctuary, Laokhowa Wildlife Sanctuary Tiger Reserves– Manas Tiger Reserve, Nameri Tiger Reserve
STATE NEWS
28. In December 2022, CM Pinarayi Vijayan, delivered a speech at the India Climate and Development Partners’ Meet and stated that Kerala aspires to become a 100% renewable energy-based state by _________ and net carbon neutral by 2050.
1) 2025
2) 2035
3) 2030
4) 2027
5) 2040
Option “5” is correct. Chief Minister(CM) of Kerala, Pinarayi Vijayan, inaugurated the India Climate and Development Partners’ Meet hosted by the Kerala Government and the World Bank and stated that the State aspires to become 100% renewable Energy based state by 2040 and net carbon neutral by 2050. i. He also released the Kerala State Action Plan on Climate Change 2023-2030 (Kerala SAPCC 2.0) during the event. ii. Kerala SAPCC 2.0 is an inclusive and sustainable plan that focuses on climate change adaptation in key sectors including agriculture, coastal fisheries, water resources, health, forests and biodiversity. iii. During the event, the Government of Kerala has also signed an agreement with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD – French Development Agency) for a performance based loan of 100 million Euros(Rs 865.8 crore) agreement.
29. Which of the following points are ‘correct’ with respect to recent (in Dec ‘22) steps taken by the Assam Government?
A) The Assam Cabinet led by CM Himanta Biswa Sarma approved a bill to establish a Safai Karamchari Commission for the first time in the state’s history.
B) The Nalbari Science Centre and Planetarium, Assam’s first 3D and fourth planetarium, was formally inaugurated.
C) The Dergaon Police Academy was renamed as the ‘Lachit Barphukan Police Academy’ by the Assam Cabinet.
1) All A, B & C
2) Only A & B
3) Only B & C
4) Only A & C
5) Only A
Option “1” is correct. The Assam Cabinet led by Chief Minister (CM) Himanta Biswa Sarma approved a bill to establish a Safai Karamchari Commission for the first time in the state’s history, at a meeting held at the historic Gandhi Mandap in Guwahati, Assam. • The Dergaon Police Academy was renamed as the ‘Lachit Barphukan Police Academy’ by the Assam Cabinet. • Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma has inaugurated and laid the foundation stones for 12 projects worth around Rs. 680 crore in Nalbari district of Assam. • The Nalbari Science Centre and Planetarium, Assam’s first 3D and fourth planetarium, was formally inaugurated by Himanta Biswa Sarma, CM of Assam. It was constructed in Milanpur, Nalbari, at an estimated cost of Rs. 8 crores and 50 lakhs. • “Bikashar Babe Eta Poshek,” a development initiative of the Assam government, was introduced by Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma during a ceremony held at Bongaigaon, Assam. • The Assam government will eventually implement a scheme under which all female students pursuing postgraduate (PG) degrees in the state will receive a yearly stipend of Rs 10,000 each.
30. Who has been recently (in Dec ‘22) appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladak?
Option “2” is correct. Justice Tashi Rabstan, the senior-most judge, has been appointed Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir (J&K) and Ladakh by the President of India, Droupadi Murmu, with effect from 8th December 2022, following the retirement of Justice Ali Mohammad Magreyon 7th December 2022. i. Justice Tashi Rabstan is from Skurbuchan village, Ladakh (or Leh), and became the 1st judge from Ladakh.
