1.The Fund for Improvement of Science and Technology Infrastructure (FIST), is implemented by which department?
[A] Department of Agriculture
[B] Department of Science and Technology
[C] Department of Personnel
[D] Department of Space
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Explanation: The Department of Science and Technology (DST) has stated that it is restructuring the “Fund for Improvement of Science and Technology Infrastructure in Universities and Higher Educational Institutions” (FIST). The FIST programme will now be re-launched as FIST 2.0. It aims align the requirements of startups with the government’s ‘self-reliant India’ campaign. ©navclasses
2.Which state government has launched ‘Dharani’ Portal for land & property registrations?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Telangana
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Kerala
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Explanation: Telangana Chief Minister K Chandrasekhar Rao has recently launched ‘Dharani’ Portal for land and property registrations. Telangana is the first state to use Information Technology services for land registrations. The property details which are not uploaded on the portal will be treated as illegal and will not be allowed for further registrations. ©navclasses
3.“SERB POWER” scheme has been launched by the Government targeting which segment?
[A] Self Help Groups
[B] Street Vendors
[C] Farmers
[D] Women Scientists
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Explanation: A scheme named SERB POWER (Promoting Opportunities for Women in Exploratory Research) has been launched by the Ministry of Science and Technology, designed exclusively to encourage Women Scientists to work in the field of science and technology. The Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB), a statutory body of the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India is implementing the scheme. ©navclasses
4.Which Ministry has launched the “Nurturing Neighbourhoods Challenge”?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of External Affairs
[C] Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
[D] Ministry of Defence
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Explanation: Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) has recently launched a challenge named “Nurturing Neighbourhoods Challenge”. It aims to develop and implement initiatives that would improve the quality of life of young children, caregivers and families. It is a 3-year challenge that would be open for 100 Smart Cities, cities with population of more than 5 lakh and State/Union Territory capitals. ©navclasses
5.Which state’s Governor has signed ordinance to curb abusing of women and children via social media?
[A] Maharashtra
[B] Gujarat
[C] Kerala
[D] Punjab
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Explanation: Kerala Governor Arif Mohammad Khan has signed an ordinance amending the Kerala Police Act. It is expected to empower the law enforcement to prosecute persons who exploit social media to target women and children. In October, the State cabinet had decided to amend the Act to recommend five years of imprisonment and a fine of ₹10,000 for those convicted of producing, publishing or disseminating derogatory content to intimidate any person through social media. ©navclasses
6.Which state/UT has inaugurated ‘Aqua Bazaar’ and ‘Aqua Hub’ project, to increase fish consumption?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Andhra Pradesh
[D] Gujarat
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Explanation: The Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh Jagan Mohan Reddy inaugurated the ‘Aqua Bazaar’ and ‘Aqua Hub’ project. Over 150 state-of-the-art fish markets are to be set up in rural areas named ‘Aqua-bazaar’, and a hub and spoke model will be formed in urban areas. Aqua hubs will come up in big cities from where produce will be distributed to retail outlets. ©navclasses
7.‘TOPS’ scheme, which was making news, is being implemented by which Ministry?
[A] Ministry of Education
[B] Ministry of Home Affairs
[C] Ministry of Women and Child Development
[D] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
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Explanation: Four Indian Boxers who are bound to appear for the forth coming Olympics have been included in the Target Olympic Podium Scheme (TOPS). The TOPS scheme is launched by the Ministry of Sports and is implemented through the Sports Authority of India. Through the scheme, potential Medal winning athletes and sports personalities are identified for the forthcoming Olympic games. ©navclasses
8.What is the name of the portal and application launched for booking Government holiday homes and event venues?
[A] E-Venue
[B] E-Sampada
[C] E-Yojana
[D] E-Programme
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Explanation: Union Housing and Urban Affairs Minister Hardeep Singh Puri has launched E-Sampada, a new web portal and mobile application. The new application provides a single window for all the services including allotment for Government residential accommodations, space allotment to government and booking of holiday home rooms. ©navclasses
9.Which state cabinet has approved Dharma Swatantrya (Religious Freedom) Bill 2020?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Madhya Pradesh
[C] Odisha
[D] Jharkhand
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Explanation: Madhya Pradesh cabinet has recently approved the Dharma Swatantrya (Religious Freedom) Bill 2020. This ordinance outlaws the marriages which are done with an aim of religious conversions. Under the new Bill, forcing religious conversion on someone will attract 1-5 years of imprisonment and a minimum Rs 25,000 fine. Earlier, Uttar Pradesh cabinet passed a similar ordinance. ©navclasses
10.How many Ministries have partnered for the Toycathon Initiative, which was recently launched?
[A] Two
[B] Four
[C] Five
[D] Six
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Explanation: The Government of India has launched a new initiative called the ‘Toycathon’, to promote indigenous toy industry and reduce imports. Six Ministries, including Education, Women & child development, Textile, Commerce and industries, MSME, I&B and AICTE are collaborating for this initiative. Students, Teachers, Design experts and start-ups will work together to develop indigenous toys and games. ©navclasses
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