15,November, 2018 Current Affairs - Daily Current Affairs
15,November, 2018 Current Affairs -
Daily Current Affairs
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Who launched the LEAP and ARPIT Programmes For Higher
Education faculty?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Satya Pal Singh, Minister of State for Human
Resource Development, launched two new initiatives, namely, the Leadership
for Academicians Programme (LEAP) and the Annual Refresher Programme In
Teaching (ARPIT) for higher education faculty. LEAP is a three weeks flagship
leadership development training programme for the second level academic
functionaries in higher education institutions and ARPIT is a unique
initiative of online professional development of 15 lakh higher education
faculty.
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2.
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Name the India's restoration project which has won the
2018 UNESCO Asia-Pacific award for conservation in Award of Distinction
category?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The restoration of an aristocratic house from a
state of partial ruin in Ladakh undertaken by the LAMO center has won the
2018 UNESCO Asia-Pacific award for conservation in the category of Award of Distinction.
The LAMO (Ladakh Arts and Media Organisation) Center in Jammu and Kashmir's
Ladakh region was chosen for its systematic restoration project that used
salvaged and local building materials, and indigenous construction techniques
while adroitly introducing modern amenities to assure its ongoing use. Apart
from this, the 2018 Award of Excellence has been won by the renewal of the
early 20th-century Shijo-cho Ofune-hoko Float Machiya of Kyoto, Japan.
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3.
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Who among the following was named FIFA World Player of
the Year?
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Barcelona star Lionel Messi was named FIFA World
Player of the Year, adding one more title to his abundant collection of
soccer's great honours. Messi lifted the prestigious award at FIFA's gala
ceremony in Zurich, outdistancing the last two winners, Cristiano Ronaldo and
Kaka. The late England player and manager Bobby Robson received FIFA's fair
play award, while the presidential award for contributions to football and
society went to Jordan's Queen Rania.
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4.
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Who is appointed as UNICEF India's Youth Ambassador at
Asian Games gold medalist?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Asian Games gold medalist Hima Das appointed as
UNICEF India's Youth Ambassador. She won a silver medal in the 400 meters
sprint and also a gold in the 4X400 meters relay at the Asian Games in
Jakarta this year will work towards supporting various initiatives by UNICEF.
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5.
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Which country won the 2018 Fed Cup Trophy for the 6th
time in eight years, in Czech Republic?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Czech Republic won the 2018 Fed Cup Trophy for
the 6th time in eight years, in Czech Republic. Czech Republic defeated
defending champion United States 3-0 in the final and won the 2018 Fed Cup.
It was the first victory for Czech Republic against United States, since
Czech Republic was created after separation from Czechoslovakia in 1993. U.S.
has won 18 Fed Cups so far. Lucie Safarova and Helena Sukova of Czech
Republic were awarded the Fed Cup Commitment Awards.
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6.
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Which minister launched NCDC's new scheme to promote
young entrepreneurs in cooperatives?
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Union Agriculture Minister launched NCDCs new
scheme to promote young entrepreneurs in cooperatives. The main objective is
to provide cheaper loans to startups in the cooperative sector. This scheme
will be implemented by National Cooperative Development Corporation (NCDC) by
linking it to Rs 1000 crore 'Cooperative Start-up and Innovation Fund (CSIF)
created by it. More incentives will be provided for cooperatives of North
Eastern region, Aspirational Districts and cooperatives with women or SC or
ST or PwD members.
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7.
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Which country has been named the safest country to
visit, according to a report by 'Which? Travel', a travel magazine?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
According to a report by Which? Travel, Iceland
is the safest country to visit. Iceland topped the charts with the lowest
risk of a natural disaster as well as crime rates. It was followed by UAE,
Singapore, Spain and Australia in the top 5. South Africa came last owing to
a high risk of crime, health and terrorism. Turkey was ranked the second most
dangerous preceded by Thailand, India, and Mexico.
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8.
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Who has been honoured with the "Lifetime
Achievement Award" at the 6th Indian Social Work Congress in New Delhi?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Late Dr. Martha Farrell has been honoured with
the "Lifetime Achievement Award" at the 6th Indian Social Work
Congress in New Delhi. Dr. Farrell was recognized for her lifelong work
towards gender equality, women's empowerment and prevention of sexual
harassment at workplace. She was among 14 people killed in a terrorist attack
on a guest house in Kabul, Afghanistan on May 13, 2015. Suheil Tandon,
Martha's son along with the team of Martha Farrell Foundation received the
award.
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9.
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This social media starts #PowerOf18 campaign to boost
youth engagement for 2019 polls, recently.
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Twitter India launched a new initiative titled
#PowerOf18, aimed at encouraging the youth to contribute in public debates
and participate in civic engagement for the 2019 general elections. The
#PowerOf18 will serve as a resource for young Indians to find more information
about the elections, support social causes they are passionate about and join
the public conversation.
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10.
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India signs a MoU with which country on affordable
approaches to cancer?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the
partnership between Department of Biotechnology and Cancer Research UK (CRUK)
for the India-UK Cancer Research Initiative has been signed in New Delhi. The
India-UK Cancer Research Initiative is a collaborative 5-year bilateral
research initiative that will focus on affordable approaches to cancer. Both
countries will invest £5m each in this 5-year pilot and seek further
investment from other potential funding partners.
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11.
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This country has voted against a United Nations General
Assembly draft resolution on the use of death penalty.
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
India has voted against a United Nations General
Assembly draft resolution on the use of death penalty. India said that it
goes against the statutory law of the country where an execution is carried
out in the 'rarest of rare' cases. The draft resolution, taken up in the 3rd
Committee (Social, Humanitarian, Cultural) of the General Assembly, was
approved on 13 November 2018.
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12.
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Who has been appointed as the cheif Product Officer of
Bharti Airtel?
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Bharti Airtel has appointed Adarsh Nair as Chief
Product Officer, who will be the custodian of company's digital products and
platforms, and play a pivotal role in digital transformation.
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13.
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BharatMatrimony announced whom as its brand ambassador?
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Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Online matrimony service provider Bharat
Matrimony Monday said it has roped in cricketer Mahendra Singh Dhoni as its
brand ambassador.
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14.
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Which State government is to provide free smartphones
to all the 6 lakh women self-help groups under its Mission Shakti programme?
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Odisha government is to provide free smartphones
to all the 6 lakh women self-help groups under its Mission Shakti programme.
Around 70 lakh women associated with various SHGs will benefit due to the
move. In the inaugural ceremony, the Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik said that
women in Odisha have come a long way and the next ceiling to be broken is the
digital one. The chief minister also urged the bankers to meet the credit
requirement of Mission Shakti groups in a dignified and professional manner.
The SHGs have a total saving of Rs 5,000 crore.
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15.
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Which country become the world's second-biggest emitter
of carbon dioxide from the power sector after china?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The International Energy Agency in its latest
report 'World Energy Outlook' stated that India will overtake the U.S. to
become the world's second-biggest emitter of carbon dioxide from the power
sector before 2030. Carbon dioxide emissions from India's power sector are
expected to rise nearly 80% by 2040 as power use almost triples, driven in
part by air conditioning. China will remain the biggest emitter.
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16.
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Ashish Chowdhary was appointed as the operation head of
this company?
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Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Ashish Chowdhary is Chief Customer Operations
Officer at Nokia Networks. He will leave Nokia Networks at the end of 2018.
He will take charge as Apple's India operation head in January 2019. He has
25 years of international experience in the enterprise and telecom sectors.
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17.
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The government will release a Rs 75 coin to commemorate
the __________ anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose hoisting the
Tricolour at Port Blair.
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The government will release a Rs 75 coin to
commemorate the 75th anniversary of Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose hoisting the
Tricolour for the first time at Port Blair. The Ministry of Finance has
issued a notification regarding the release of the Rs 75 coin along with its
specifications. On December 30, 1943, Bose raised the Indian National Army
(INA) to fight against the British, had hoisted the Tricolour for the first
time at Cellular Jail, Port Blair. The Weight of the coin is 35 grams,
Portrait of 'Netaji Subhash Chandra Bose' saluting the flag on the background
of Cellular Jail in Port Blair.
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18.
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When was the World Kindness Day celebrated?
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
World Kindness Day was celebrated all over the
world. In 1998, World Kindness Day was introduced by the World Kindness
Movement, which is a coalition of various kindness NGOs. World Kindness Day
is observed annually on November 13. The World Kindness Movement was formed
at a conference in Tokyo, Japan, in 1997. Over 28 countries are members of
this movement. World Kindness Day highlights good deeds in the society, and
stresses on the importance kindness as a binding factor between members of
the society.
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19.
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Who was appointed as a non-executive director of
Vodafone Group?
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Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Vodafone Group appointed Sanjiv Ahuja as a
non-executive director with immediate effect. Sanjiv Ahuja is the Chairman of
Tillman Global Holdings, which was founded by him in 2013. He was Chief
Operating Officer and President of Telcordia Technologies. He held various
roles in Orange Telecommunications namely Chief Operating Officer, Chief
Executive and Chairman. He was CEO and Chairman of wireless broadband
companies LightSquared and Augere. He also founded and chaired Eaton Towers,
a telecom infrastructure company, in Africa. He was on the boards of Telenor
ASA, Network Appliance, Cadbury Schweppes and Williams Sonoma.
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20.
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Who agreed to lift sanctions against Eritrea after nine
years?
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Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The United Nations Security Council (UNSC) has
unanimously agreed to lift sanctions against Eritrea after nine years. An
arms embargo, asset freeze, and travel ban were imposed in 2009 amid claims
that Eritrea supported al-Shabab militants in Somalia. Eritrea agreed on a
peace deal with Ethiopia following two decades of animosity, while the leader
of Eritrea and the UN-backed government in Somalia recently signed a joint
cooperation agreement.
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