Daily Current Affairs Quiz: October 21, 2023

October 21, 2023

Consider the following statements:
1. Kulashekara Alupendra I was a famous ruler of the Alupas of South Canara.
2. He was the first ruler to give royal patronage to Tulu language and culture.
3. The Soma cult was founded by one Soma Sharma of Gujarat in the 15th century AD.
4. He laid down strict rules and regulations for temple administration that are still followed in all temples in this region.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(A) 1, 2 and 3 only
(B) 1, 2 and 4 only
(C) 3 & 4 only
(D) 1 & 2 only

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ANSWER: B

Consider the following statements:
1. Automated Permanent Academic Account Registry -APAAR, dubbed as the 'One Nation, one ID' for traders.
2. The APAAR will give each student enrolled from pre-primary to higher education, a unique Identification number.
3. It will give a unique lifelong identification number to each student. Co-curricular achievements such as ranking in Olympiads can also be stored.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 2, 3 & 4 only
(D) 1, 3 & 4 only

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ANSWER: C

Consider the following statements:
1. The registration portal for Phase III of Yuva Sangam, under Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat (EBSB), was launched.
2. Yuva Sangam draws inspiration from the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Yuva Sangam focuses on organizing exposure tours for the youth, including on-campus and off-campus students, from one state to another.
3. Yuva Sangam has been organized on the model of Kashi Tamil Sangamam.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 1, 2 & 3 only
(C) 1, 3 & 4 only
(D) 1,2, 3 & 4

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ANSWER: D

Consider the following statements:
1. Thallium is a soft, heavy and inelastic non-metal.
2. It is found in trace amounts in the earth’s crust. It is often referred to as the "poison of poisons”.
3. Thallium is very easily detected.
Which of the following statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2, 3 & 4 only
(C) 1, 3 & 4 only
(D) 1 & 3 only

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ANSWER: B

Consider the following statements:
1. Niemann Pick disease is a rare genetic disorder that affects the body's ability to metabolise cholesterol and other fats.
2. It is a lysosomal storage disease caused by acid sphingomyelinase deficiency.
Which of the following statements is/ are correct?

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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ANSWER: C

Parents of children suffering from Niemann Pick disease, a rare genetic disorder that affects the body’s ability to metabolise cholesterol and other fats, have urged the Union government to notify the ailment under the National Policy for Rare Diseases.
This, they say, would enable eligible patients to receive financial support from the government and access Xenpozyme (olipudase alfa powder), an expensive enzyme replacement therapy used for treatment.
NPD is a lysosomal storage disease (LSD) caused by acid sphingomyelinase deficiency (ASMD).
- The disease refers to a group of inherited metabolic disorders in which abnormal amounts of lipids (fatty materials such as waxes, oils, and cholesterol) build up in the brain, spleen, liver, lungs, and bone marrow.
Symptoms include Enlarged liver and spleen, difficulty in coordinating movement, frequent respiratory infections, slurred speech among others.

Consider the following statements:
1. Dhordo village is located in the Great Rann of Kutch.
2. United Nations World Tourism Organisation headquarters are located in Geneva.
Which of the following statements is/ are incorrect?

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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ANSWER: B

The village of Dhordo in Gujarat has secured a place on the list of the 54 best tourism villages announced by the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO).
Gujarat’s Dhordo village is located in the Great Rann of Kutch.
It is well-known for hosting the annual Rann Utsav – a vibrant cultural festival that showcases the traditional art, music and crafts of the region.

ABOUT UNITED NATIONS WORLD TOURISM ORGANISATION

It is the United Nations Specialised Agency responsible for the promotion of responsible, sustainable and universally accessible tourism.
It was established in 1975
Headquarters– Madrid, Spain.
UNWTO encourages the implementation of the Global Code of Ethics for Tourism, to maximize tourism’s socio-economic contribution while minimizing its possible negative impacts.

Consider the following statements:
1. Attar is distilled extracts of flowers and herbs in a base of sandalwood oil.
2. Kannauj attar is made using the heirloom hydrodistillation process using alcohol and artificial preservatives.
Which of the following statements is/ are correct?

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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ANSWER: A

India is the world’s largest exporter of attar.
The olfactory art and science was inspired by Nur Jahan’s (Jahangir’s wife) love for the damask rose.
Attar is distilled extracts of flowers and herbs in a base of sandalwood oil.
Kannauj is a significant hub for the fragrance and flavor industry in India, contributing to the country’s exports.
- Hence, it is known as Perfume city.
It also has geographical indication (GI) tag.
Attar is made with natural extracts using the heirloom hydrodistillation process, without alcohol and artificial preservatives.

'Operation Chakra-2' was recently launched by-

(A) Central Pollution Control Board
(B) Enforcement Directorate
(C) Wildlife Crime Control Bureau
(D) Central Bureau of Investigation

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ANSWER: D

The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) launched search operations in seventy six locations across India in a major crackdown against cyber criminals.
The crackdown, termed ‘Operation Chakra-2’ was conducted after registering five separate cases of cyber-enabled financial fraud, including a ₹100-crore crypto scam.
Chakra-1 was conducted nearly a year ago by the CBI in coordination with the Interpol, the FBI and police forces of multiple countries.

International Chefs Day theme for 2023 was-

(A) ‘Food For Life’
(B) ‘Growing A Healthy Future’
(C) ‘Eat Better Stay Healthy’
(D) ‘Food Is The Best Medicine’

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ANSWER: B

Every year, on October 20^th, International Chefs Day is celebrated worldwide, paying tribute to the art and science of cooking.
It was introduced by the late chef Dr. Bill Gallagher in 2004 and serves as a platform to honor the contributions of chefs across the globe.
This year’s International Chefs Day theme is ‘Growing A Healthy Future.’