Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 27 February 2024 February 26, 2024 by admin/10 8 Daily Current Affairs Quiz: 27 February 2024 1 / 10Which state will be getting its first railway station, Rangpo Station, with the foundation stone to be laid by Prime Minister Narendra Modi? Manipur Nagaland Sikkim Arunachal Pradesh The Correct Answer is Sikkim.In NewsPM Modi to lay foundation stone for Sikkim's first railway station.Key PointsPrime Minister Narendra Modi will lay the foundation stone for Sikkim's first railway station Rangpo Station.The government has signed this project in three phases.In the first phase, Sevoke to the Rangpo rail project; in the other phase, from Rangpo to Gangtok; and the third phase, from Gangtok to Nathula.Sikkim stands out as the sole Indian state without a railway station, lacking connection to the national rail network.In the Sivok-Rangpo railway project, construction is underway for India's inaugural underground railway station, set to be the country's first of its kind.The project's foundation stone was laid in West Bengal's Sivok, by the minister of railways and in Sikkim's Rangpo by the Vice President of India on October 30, 2009.The tunnelling, accounting for 86% of the total length, is carried out using the latest NATM (New Austrian Tunnelling Method) technique.2 / 10Who inaugurated India's longest cable-stayed bridge in Gujarat's Dwarka? Narendra Modi Nitin Gadkari Bhupendrabhai Patel Acharya Devvrat The Correct Answer is Narendra Modi.In NewsPM Modi Inaugurates 'Sudarshan Setu', India's Longest Cable-Stayed Bridge.Key Points Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated India's longest cable-stayed bridge in Gujarat's Dwarka.The 'Sudarshan Setu', connecting Okha and Beyt Dwarka island, has been constructed at the cost of ₹ 979 crore.PM Modi had laid the foundation stone of the 2.3 km-long bridge in October 2017.Sudarshan Setu boasts a unique design, featuring a footpath adorned with verses from the Bhagavad Gita and images of Lord Krishna on both sides.The four-lane bridge has 2.50-metre-wide footpaths on each side.The bridge, which was known as 'Signature Bridge', has been renamed as 'Sudarshan Setu' or Sudarshan Bridge.Beyt Dwarka is an island near Okha port, which is nearly 30 km from Dwarka town, where the famous Dwarkadhish temple of Lord Krishna is situated.The Prime Minister also inaugurated Gujarat's first All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS) in Rajkot.3 / 10What was the recent achievement of the Philippines in terms of international labor standards? Hosting an ILO conference Becoming the first Asian country to ratify an ILO convention Establishing a new labor ministry Implementing a nationwide minimum wage policy The Correct Answer is Becoming the first Asian country to ratify an ILO convention.In NewsPhilippines becomes first Asian country to ratify ILO convention.Key PointsThe Philippines has become the first Asian country to ratify a convention to end workplace violence and harassment, the International Labor Organization (ILO).Philippines deposited the instrument of ratification of the Violence and Harassment Convention 2019 (No. 190) with ILO Deputy Director-General Celeste Drake, becoming the 38th country in the world and the first Asian country to ratify Convention No. 190.Convention No. 190 is the first international labour standard to address violence and harassment in the world of work comprehensively.Under the convention, members are mandated to adopt, in consultation with representative employers' and workers' organisations, inclusive, gender-responsive strategies for preventing and eradicating workplace violence and harassment.4 / 10How many medals did Indian shuttlers win at the BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2024? 10 13 15 18 The Correct Answer is 18.In News BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2024: Suhas Yathiraj, Krishna Nagar, Pramod Bhagat win gold.Key PointsIndian shuttlers bagged 18 medals, including three gold, four silver and 11 bronze, at the BWF Para Badminton World Championships 2024, which concluded in Pattaya, Thailand.List of all winners:Suhas Yathiraj - gold medal (men’s singles SL 4)Sukant Kadam - bronze medal (men’s singles SL 4)Krishna Nagar - gold medal (men’s singles SH 6)Pramod Bhagat - gold medal (men’s Singles SL 3)Nitesh Kumar - bronze medal (men’s Singles SL 3)Manoj Sarkar - bronze medal (men’s Singles SL 3)Manisha Ramadass - silver medal (women’s singles SU 5)Manasi Joshi - bronze medal (women’s singles SL 3)Palak Kohli - bronze medal (women’s singles SL 4)Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan - bronze medal (women’s singles SH 6)Pramod Bhagat/Sukant Kadam - bronze medal (men’s doubles SL 3 - SL 4)Nehal Gupta/Naveen Sivakumar - bronze medal (men’s doubles SL 3 - SL 4)Chirag Baretha/Rajkumar - silver medal (men’s doubles SU 5)Manasi Joshi/Thulasimathi Murugesan - silver medal (women’s doubles SL 3 - SU 5)Mandeep Kaur/Manish Ramadass - bronze medal (women’s doubles SL 3 - SU 5)Rachana Patel/Nithya Sre Sumathy Sivan silver medal (women’s doubles SH 6)Chirag Baretha/Mandeep Kaur - bronze medal (mixed doubles SL 3 - SU 5)Pramod Bhagat/Manisha Ramadass - bronze medal (mixed doubles SL 3 - SU 5)5 / 10When will the new criminal laws, replacing colonial-era codes, come into effect? July 1 August 15 October 2 November 26 The Correct Answer is July 1.In NewsNew criminal laws, replacing colonial-era codes, to come into effect from July 1.Key PointsThree new criminal laws, replacing the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and the Indian Evidence Act, 1872 from the British era, and the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), 1973, will come into force from July 1.The three new criminal laws are- Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita and Bharatiya Sakshya Adhiniyam.The Bharatiya Sakshya Sanhita, 2023, The Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita Bill, 2023, and The Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita, 2023 were passed by Parliament on December 21, 2023.They were enacted into law after they got assent from President Droupadi Murmu on December 25, 2023.The government, however, has decided not to implement the provision related to cases of hit-and-run by a vehicle driver as promised to truckers who had protested against it.Under the new laws, 'Rajdroh' has got a new term 'Deshdroh' (traitor), doing away with the reference to the British crown.Also, the magistrate's power to impose fines has been increased as well as the scope of declaring a proclaimed offender.The laws have given a clear definition of terrorism, abolished sedition as a crime and introduced a new section titled "offences against the state".6 / 10Where is the 5th edition of the military exercise "DHARMA GUARDIAN" taking place? Rajasthan Uttar Pradesh Maharashtra Punjab The Correct Answer is Rajasthan.In NewsINDIA-JAPAN JOINT EXERCISE ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’ COMMENCES IN RAJASTHAN.Key Points The 5th edition of Joint Military Exercise ‘DHARMA GUARDIAN’ between the Indian Army and the Japan Ground Self Defence Force commenced at Mahajan Field Firing Ranges in Rajasthan.The Exercise is scheduled to be conducted from 25th February to 9th March 2024.Exercise 'DHARMA GUARDIAN’ is an annual exercise and conducted alternatively in India and Japan.Aim of the Exercise is to foster Military Cooperation and enhance combined capabilities to execute joint operations in semi-urban environment under Chapter VII of United Nations Charter.7 / 10What is the purpose of the 'Purple Fest' being inaugurated by President Droupadi Murmu? To celebrate traditional festivals of India To promote environmental conservation initiatives To empower persons with disabilities To showcase indigenous art and culture The Correct Answer is To empower persons with disabilities.In News President Droupadi Murmu to inaugurate day long ‘Purple Fest’ at Amrit Udyaan in Rashtrapati Bhawan.Key PointsPresident Droupadi Murmu will inaugurate a day long ‘Purple Fest’ at Amrit Udyaan in Rashtrapati Bhawan on 26th February 2024.Department of Empowerment of Persons with Disabilities under Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment is organizing the Purple Fest after the success of ‘International Purple Fest, 2024’ at Goa in January.More than ten thousand Divyangjan, accompanied by their escorts, will also converge at Amrit Udyan for the Fest.8 / 10SECI unveils India's largest solar-battery project, pioneering renewable energy innovation in ____________________ as of February 2024. Rajasthan Haryana Uttar Pradesh Chhattisgarh The Correct Answer is Chhattisgarh.In NewsSECI unveils India's largest solar-battery project, pioneering renewable energy innovation in Chhattisgarh.Key Points The Solar Energy Corporation of India Limited (SECI), under the aegis of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy, has successfully commissioned India's largest Battery Energy Storage System (BESS), which stores energy using solar energy.The 40 megawatts (MW) / 120MWh BESS with a solar photovoltaic (PV) plant which has an installed capacity of 152.325 megawatt hour (MWh)and dispatchable capacity of 100MW AC (155.02 MW peak DC) is located in Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh.The project has been constructed with funding from the World Bank and Clean Technology Fundunder Innovation in Solar Power & Hybrid Technologies Projectas well as leveraged financing from domestic lending agencies.9 / 10Prime Minister Inaugurates two ‘Ayush Projects’ in Jhajjar and Pune:1. ‘Central Research Institute of Yoga & Naturopathy’: Jhajjar, Haryana.2. National Institute of Naturopathy ‘NISARG GRAM’: Pune, Maharashtra.Which of the following is correctly matched? Only 1 Only 2 Both 1 and 2 None of the above The Correct Answer is Both 1 and 2.In NewsPrime Minister Inaugurates two ‘Ayush Projects’ in Jhajjar and Pune.Key Points Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi inaugurated virtually two institutes of Ministry of Ayush which will further promote holistic healthcare scenario in the country.The ‘Central Research Institute of Yoga & Naturopathy’ (CRIYN) at Jhajjar, Haryana, and the National Institute of Naturopathy (NIN) titled ‘NISARG GRAM’ in Pune, Maharashtra were inaugurated.Central Research Institute of Yoga & Naturopathy, Jhajjar (Haryana) built under the aegis of Ministry of Ayush.This is an Apex level Yoga and Naturopathy Research and education facility.Through this project, tertiary level Yoga and Naturopathy health care infrastructure will be created.NISARG GRAM is a 250 bedded hospital with Multi-disciplinary Research and Extension Service Centre along with a Naturopathy Medical College for Under Graduate (UG)/Post Graduate (PG) /Para Medical Courses.10 / 10Which organization has partnered with the Bihar government to sign the MoU aimed at boosting the startup ecosystem? Reserve Bank of India (RBI) Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) National Stock Exchange (NSE) National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) The Correct Answer is Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).In NewsBihar govt, SIDBI join hands to collaborate on enhancing startup ecosystem.Key Points The Bihar government and the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) have signed an MoU in a bid to boost the startup ecosystem in the eastern state.The initiative is aimed at creating a conducive environment for startups and transforming Bihar into a startup hub.The Bihar Startup Fund Trust (BSFT) and SIDBI entered into an MoU to administer the Rs 50-crore Bihar Startup Scale-up Financing Fund' (BSSFF).The BSFT is the nodal agency constituted by the Industries Department for implementation of the Bihar Startup Policy.Under the policy, the state government has set up the BSFT with an initial corpus of Rs 500 crore.Out of this, BSSFF has been established with an initial corpus of Rs 50 crore for scale-up funding support to startups.Your score is Download Our App for Quiz .Quiz available at Current Affairs_ Feb 2024- Level 19Download App For QuizSubscribe Us Facebook Twitter Youtube Telegram Instagram Post Views: 67
