JUL 23, 2023 Flashcards

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Who introduced the Cinematograph Amendment Bill 2023 in Rajya Sabha which aims to tackle film piracy?

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Minister of Union Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur introduced the Cinematograph Amendment Bill 2023 in Rajya Sabha which aims to tackle film piracy.

The new bill has also provisions to classify films on the basis of age group, instead of the current practice of ‘U’, ‘A’ or ‘UA’. The amendment seek to add new classification- “UA-7+”, UA-13+” and “UA-16+” in place of 12 years.

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Who launched the Heat Index on experimental basis?

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Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) started issuing heat index for different parts of the country on 21st July on an experimental basis.

Colour Codes used for Experimental Heat Index:
Green: Experimental heat Index less than 35 degree Celsius.
Yellow: Experimental heat Index in the range 36-45 degree Celsius.
Orange: Experimental heat Index in the range 46-55 degree Celsius.
Red: Experimental heat Index greater than 55 degree Celsius.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Who introduced the Cinematograph Amendment Bill 2023 in Rajya Sabha which aims to tackle film piracy?

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Minister of Union Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Thakur introduced the Cinematograph Amendment Bill 2023 in Rajya Sabha which aims to tackle film piracy.

The new bill has also provisions to classify films on the basis of age group, instead of the current practice of ‘U’, ‘A’ or ‘UA’. The amendment seek to add new classification- “UA-7+”, UA-13+” and “UA-16+” in place of 12 years.

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Virat Kohli equals whose record of most test centuries?

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Virat Kohli equals Sir Don Bradman’s elite record with his century in 2nd test against West Indies in Port of Spain.

Virat Kohli, playing in his 500th International matches against West Indies in Port of Spain, made the moment more special for him by scoring his 76th century at the highest level as an Indian batter across formats.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Who launched the Heat Index on experimental basis?

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Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) started issuing heat index for different parts of the country on 21st July on an experimental basis.

Colour Codes used for Experimental Heat Index:
Green: Experimental heat Index less than 35 degree Celsius.
Yellow: Experimental heat Index in the range 36-45 degree Celsius.
Orange: Experimental heat Index in the range 46-55 degree Celsius.
Red: Experimental heat Index greater than 55 degree Celsius.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Virat Kohli equals whose record of most test centuries?

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Virat Kohli equals Sir Don Bradman’s elite record with his century in 2nd test against West Indies in Port of Spain.

Virat Kohli, playing in his 500th International matches against West Indies in Port of Spain, made the moment more special for him by scoring his 76th century at the highest level as an Indian batter across formats.

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was introduced on ?

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was introduced on July 1st, 2015

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Virat Kohli equals whose record of most test centuries?

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Virat Kohli equals Sir Don Bradman’s elite record with his century in 2nd test against West Indies in Port of Spain.

Virat Kohli, playing in his 500th International matches against West Indies in Port of Spain, made the moment more special for him by scoring his 76th century at the highest level as an Indian batter across formats.

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was introduced on ?

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Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY) was introduced on July 1st, 2015

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes first woman to lead ?

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US Navy

The nomination of Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as significant milestone in the history of US Navy, becomes first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and member of Joint Chiefs of Staffs.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes first woman to lead ?

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US Navy

The nomination of Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as significant milestone in the history of US Navy, becomes first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and member of Joint Chiefs of Staffs.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Lavasa hill station is located in ?

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Lavasa hill station is located in the picturesque Mulshi Valley in the Western Ghats close to Pune. It was created by the Hindustan Construction Company in 2000 as the first private hill city in India.

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One District One Product’ program was first started in?

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One District One Product’ program was first started in Uttar Pradesh on January 24, 2018.

In a significant collaborative effort, the One District One Product (ODOP) program, a joint initiative by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has launched its inaugural collaboration with the Government of Gujarat in New Delhi, aiming to promote the indigenous crafts and artisans of the State.

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes first woman to lead ?

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US Navy

The nomination of Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as significant milestone in the history of US Navy, becomes first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and member of Joint Chiefs of Staffs.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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4
The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Lavasa hill station is located in ?

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Lavasa hill station is located in the picturesque Mulshi Valley in the Western Ghats close to Pune. It was created by the Hindustan Construction Company in 2000 as the first private hill city in India.

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes first woman to lead ?

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US Navy

The nomination of Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as significant milestone in the history of US Navy, becomes first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and member of Joint Chiefs of Staffs.

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One District One Product’ program was first started in?

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One District One Product’ program was first started in Uttar Pradesh on January 24, 2018.

In a significant collaborative effort, the One District One Product (ODOP) program, a joint initiative by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has launched its inaugural collaboration with the Government of Gujarat in New Delhi, aiming to promote the indigenous crafts and artisans of the State.

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Rule 176 vs Rule 267 related to?

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The Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed disruptions due to disagreements between the government and the Opposition on the format of the discussion regarding the Manipur situation.

Rule 176 enables any member of the Rajya Sabha to raise a short-duration discussion on a matter of urgent public importance.

Rule 267 deals with the suspension of rules and is used when any member wishes to move that a particular rule be suspended in its application to a motion related to the business listed before the Council on that day.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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4
The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Rule 176 vs Rule 267 related to?

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The Monsoon Session of Parliament witnessed disruptions due to disagreements between the government and the Opposition on the format of the discussion regarding the Manipur situation.

Rule 176 enables any member of the Rajya Sabha to raise a short-duration discussion on a matter of urgent public importance.

Rule 267 deals with the suspension of rules and is used when any member wishes to move that a particular rule be suspended in its application to a motion related to the business listed before the Council on that day.

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How many women have been appointed by the Chairman of Rajya Sabha, Jagdeep Dhankar to panel of Vice-Chairpersons?

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The MPs appointed are PT Usha who was nominated to Rajya Sabha in 2022 and is a member of the Committee on Defence, Consultative Committee for the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and Committee on Ethics; Phangnon Konyak, Fauziya Khan who belongs to the NCP and Sulata Deo is from Biju Janta Dal.

This is the first time in the history of the Upper house that equal representation has been given to women in panel of Vice-Chairpersons.

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Admiral Lisa Franchetti becomes first woman to lead ?

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US Navy

The nomination of Admiral Lisa Franchetti served as significant milestone in the history of US Navy, becomes first woman to serve as the Chief of Naval Operations and member of Joint Chiefs of Staffs.

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One District One Product’ program was first started in?

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One District One Product’ program was first started in Uttar Pradesh on January 24, 2018.

In a significant collaborative effort, the One District One Product (ODOP) program, a joint initiative by the Department for Promotion of Industry & Internal Trade (DPIIT) and the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, has launched its inaugural collaboration with the Government of Gujarat in New Delhi, aiming to promote the indigenous crafts and artisans of the State.

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National Mango Day is annually observed on ?

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National Mango Day is annually observed on July 22