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Q .

Which nation has recalled its ambassadors from US, Australia in response to the trilateral security pact- AUKUS?

Japan

Russia

France

Germany

Correct Answer : Option (C) - France

Note : France announced on September 17, 2021 that it is recalling its ambassadors from the United States and Australia over the recent trilateral security pact (AUKUS) between US, UK and Australia that involves the building of nuclear-powered submarines. The deal effectively scraps Australia's $40 billion submarine contract with France in favour of the US nuclear submarines.

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Published On : September 20, 2021

Q .

Which state has declared Cooper Mahseer or Katley as its state fish?

Sikkim

Kerala

Karnataka

Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer : Option (A) - Sikkim

Note :

The Government of Sikkim has declared ‘Cooper Mahseer’ locally named as ‘Katley’ as the state fish. Neolissochilus hexagonolepis is the scientific name of the Cooper Mahseer. The decision has been taken to highlight the importance of the Katley fish and to give emphasis to its conservation measures. The fish has high market value and is highly preferred by the public in the State.

The Sikkim government has also declared the reservoirs of the State to be open for fishing activities. License shall be issued by the Directorate of Fisheries to the interested individual fishermen or fishermen co-operative societies or SHGs for fishing in the reservoirs in accordance with the existing provisions under the Sikkim Fisheries Rules, 1990. The reservoirs are in Chungthang in North Sikkim, Legshep in West Sikkim along with Dikchu and Rorathang in East Sikkim.

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Published On : September 20, 2021

Q .

ICP Petrapole is located along the international border between India and

Nepal

Bhutan

Bangladesh

Sri Lanka

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Bangladesh

Note : A new Passenger Terminal Building (I) at ICP Petrapole was inaugurated on September 17th. This signals a major boost to modernization of border infrastructure and to further strengthen India’s connectivity with Bangladesh. Built by the Land Ports Authority of India, the new PTB (I) is designed to handle around 550 passengers at any point of time.

About :

* The largest land port in South Asia, ICP Petrapole is located along the international border between India and Bangladesh, at a distance of about 80 kms from the city of Kolkata.

* Petrapole (India)-Benapole (Bangladesh) is an important land border crossing for India-Bangladesh both in terms of trade and passenger movement.

* Nearly 30 percent of land-based trade between India and Bangladesh takes place through ICP Petrapole

* Since its operationalization in February 2016, the ICP has been witnessing an increasing number of passenger movement with an average of 22 lakh people crossing the border post on either sides each year.

* LPAI is also in the process of constructing a new state-of-the-art Passenger Terminal Building (II) at ICP Petrapole which is planned to cater to half a million handling capacity. The construction work commenced in February 2020 and is expected to be completed by end of 2022.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

Name the campaign launched by the Department of Justice for Justice Delivery at doorstep?

Apna Haq

Ek Pahal

Nyaya Raksha

Sewa Samarpan

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Ek Pahal

Note :

The Ministry of Law and Justice has launched a Pan-India Special Campaign called “Ek Pahal Drive” for Justice Delivery at doorstep on September 17, 2021.

Key Points :

* The campaign was launched in a bid to encourage mass registration under Tele-Law.

* The campaign was launched by Department of Justice and NALSA.

* This campaign seeks to actualize the aspiration of access to justice for citizens in India.

EK Pahal Campaign :

Department of Justice launched this campaign across India, that will run from September 17th to October 2nd in order to encourage mass registration under Tele-Law. At the launch of campaign, registration login of 5480 beneficiaries was done. This login drive registered 138% increase as compared to daily average registration of beneficiaries. More than 25000 banners were displayed at CSCs in regional languages. Campaign will include the deployment of 185 Mobile Vans and other vehicles in order to show-case films and documentaries regarding Access to Justice programme.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

Which institute has launched the unique and innovative device that can generate electricity from water drops, raindrops, water streams, and ocean waves?

IIT Delhi

IIT Kanpur

IIT Madras

IIT Hyderabad

Correct Answer : Option (A) - IIT Delhi

Note :

The researchers at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi have designed a device that can generate electricity from water drops, raindrops, water streams, and even from ocean waves using the 'triboelectric effect' and 'electrostatic induction'.

The electricity generated by the device called 'Liquid-solid Interface Triboelectric Nanogenerator' can be stored in batteries for further use.

As per a statement from IIT Delhi, the device consists of specially designed nanocomposite polymers and contact electrodes and can generate a few milliwatt (mW) power, which is sufficient to power small electronic devices like watches, digital thermometers, radio frequency transmitters, healthcare sensors and pedometers. When compared to conventional methods, such as the use of the piezoelectric effect, it can generate significantly more electricity.

"Triboelectric effect is a known phenomenon for a long time, and in this effect, charges are generated when two surfaces are in friction. The best example we see is sparkling lights when we move the blankets or jackets. It is only lately that it has been extensively investigated as a practical alternative for energy harvesting," said Professor Neeraj Khare from the Department of Physics in IIT Delhi.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

Who is the head of the group of ministers (GoM) formed for better implementation of various welfare schemes meant for the SC, ST, OBC, minorities, women?

Smriti Irani

Kiren Rijiju

Nitin Gadkari

Rajnath Singh

Correct Answer : Option (D) - Rajnath Singh

Note : The Centre has constituted a Group of Ministers (GoM) to look into better implementation of various welfare schemes meant for the Scheduled Caste (SC), Scheduled Tribe (ST), Other Backward Classes (OBC), minorities and women, and to improve their implementation and effectiveness. The GoM will be chaired by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

Harmilan Kaur Bains has created national record in which event at the 60th National Open Athletics Championships in Warangal?

100m

500m

1000m

1500m

Correct Answer : Option (D) - 1500m

Note :

Harmilan Kaur Bains breaks 19-year-old record in 1500m at 60th National Athletics Championships

Harmilan Kaur Bains of Punjab has created a new national record in the women’s 1500m race by clocking 4:05.39 to bag the gold in the women’s 1500m event, at the 60th National Open Athletics Championships in Warangal on September 16, 2021.

With this achievement, the 23-year-old athlete has erased the 19-year-old record held by Sunita Rani in 1500m at the 2002 Asian Games in Busan by clocking 4:06.03.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

What is the deadline to link PAN and Aadhaar?

March 31, 2022

August 31, 2022

October 31, 2022

December 31, 2022

Correct Answer : Option (A) - March 31, 2022

Note :

The government has extended the last date for linking the Permanent Account Number (PAN) with the Aadhaar card by another six months, with the new last date now being March 31, 2022. The Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT) announced that the extension of the last date for linking the two identification cards is done to provide relief to taxpayers and address difficulties faced amid the COVID-19 pandemic. This means that citizens can now link the two cards by the end of the current financial year.

This is the fourth time that the government has extended the last date for linking the two identification documents. Initially, the last date was set as March 31, 2021, which was extended to June 30, and then to September 30. Now, the deadline is again extended by six months - till the end of current fiscal.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

NPCI has partnered with which entity to enable UPI QR-based payments acceptance in 10 Asian markets?

Bill Trust

High Radius

Liquid Group

Banking Circle

Correct Answer : Option (C) - Liquid Group

Note : NPCI International Payments Ltd (NIPL) has partnered with Liquid Group Pte. Ltd. (Liquid Group) to enable UPI QR-based payments acceptance in 10 markets across North Asia and Southeast Asia.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

Q .

Name the Chief Minister of Punjab who has resigned from the post recently?

Raninder Singh

Amarinder Singh

Sukhbir Singh Badal

Navjot Singh Sidhu

Correct Answer : Option (B) - Amarinder Singh

Note : Amarinder Singh has resigned as the Chief Minister of Punjab. He submitted his resignation to Punjab governor Banwari Lal Purohit on September 18, 2021.

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Published On : September 19, 2021

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