Tnpsc Current Affairs in English – 14th June 2023

1. ‘SAGAR SAMRIDDHI’ is an initiative of which Union Ministry?

[A] Ministry of Defence

[B] Ministry of Jal Shakti

[C] Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway

[D] Ministry of External Affairs

Answer: [C] Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway

‘SAGAR SAMRIDDHI,’ which was launched recently, is an online dredging monitoring system that aims to accelerate the ‘Waste to Wealth’ initiative of the Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterway (MOPSW). “This system has been developed by National Technology Centre for Ports, Waterways and Coasts (NTCPWC) the technological arm of MoPSW.

2. Which Union Ministry announced the ‘Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman’?

[A] Ministry of AYUSH

[B] Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

[C] Ministry of Communication

[D] Ministry of Home Affairs

Answer: [B] Ministry of Information and Broadcasting

The second edition of the Antarashtriya Yoga Diwas Media Samman was announced recently by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting. Under this initiative, 33 awards will be given under the categories namely Print, Television and Radio, in 22 Indian languages and English.

3. Which company has initiated a pilot study on vehicles utilizing E27 fuel and Ethanol Blended Diesel Fuel?

[A] BEL

[B] HPCL

[C] DRDO

[D] BPCL

Answer: [B] HPCL

Hindustan Petroleum Corp Ltd (HPCL) has initiated a pilot study on vehicles utilizing E27 fuel and Ethanol Blended Diesel Fuel. This pioneering research program by an Oil Marketing Company in India corresponds with the country’s plan to promote ethanol blending in gasoline by 2025. HPCL will also evaluate ethanol-diesel trials on passenger cars, for a targeted mileage accumulation of 20,000 km initially.

4. Which Indian armed force is set to procure the ‘Tactical LAN Radio’ through Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX)?

[A] Indian Air Force

[B] Indian Navy

[C] Indian Army

[D] Indian Coast Guard

Answer: [C] Indian Army

The Indian Army recently signed the second procurement contract through Innovations for Defence Excellence (iDEX) to procure indigenously developed ‘Tactical LAN Radio’. This radio will help create secure tactical LAN in remote and difficult terrain. Indian Army signed the second deal under ‘Make in India’ initiative with Bangalore-based Astrome Tech through ¡DEX.

5. Which Armed Force procured the first barge, LSAM 15 (Yard 125) from a Thane-based private company?

[A] Indian Air Force

[B] Indian Navy

[C] Indian Army

[D] Indian Coast Guard

Anser: [B] Indian Navy

The first Ammunition Cum Torpedo Cum Missile (ACTCM) barge, LSAM 15 (Yard 125), has been delivered to the Indian Navy recently by the Suryadipta Projects, Thane. This is in line with the “Aatmanirbhar Bharat” initiatives of the Indian government.

6. As per a recent study, what is the prevalence of Diabetes in India?

[A] 2.4%

[B] 7.4%

[C] 11.4%

[D] 21.4%

Answer: [C] 11.4%

A recent study published in The Lancet Diabetes and Endocrinology journal has uncovered that the occurrence of diabetes in India stands at 11.4%. Additionally, the study found that 35.5% of the population experiences hypertension, while 15.3% are affected by prediabetes.

7. Which term quantifies the variations in DNA mutations among individuals within a particular species?

[A] Genetic diversity

[B] Genetic positivity

[C] Genetic inclusivity

[D] Genetic quantity

Answer: [A] Genetic diversity

Genetic diversity quantifies the variations in DNA mutations among individuals within a particular species. In a new study, scientists at CSIR-Centre for Cellular & Molecular Biology (CCMB) discovered a correlation between genetic diversity and body size in species, indicating that larger-bodied species tend to have lower genetic diversity. Species with maternal care for their offspring exhibit higher levels of genetic diversity.

8. Which country passed the ‘Ending China’s Developing Nation Status Act’?

[A] India

[B] Russia

[C] USA

[D] Germany

Answer: [C] USA

The US Senate Foreign Relations Committee recently approved the “Ending China’s Developing Nation Status Act” to strip China of its status as a “developing nation” at some international organisations. The developing nation status provides China special privileges in some international organisations or treaties.

9. As per a recent research, which energy drink ingredient is capable of slowing down the ageing process?

[A] Sucrose

[B] Taurine

[C] Fructose

[D] Malt

Answer: [B] Taurine

Taurine is an energy drink ingredient. A recent research found that it is capable of slowing down the ageing process and maintaining vitality in animals. Blood tests on mice, monkeys and people revealed levels of taurine, average 60- year-old have roughly a third of the levels of a five-year-old.

10. Captagon is a highly addictive amphetamine-type drug that is mainly produced in which country?

[A] Syria

[B] Australia

[C] India

[D] China

Answer: [A] Syria

Captagon is a highly addictive amphetamine- type drug that is mainly produced in Syria. As Syria is re-entering the Arab League, the discussions on the trade of the Captagon pills have regained the global significance.

11. The foundation stone for a ‘Fisheries Harbour’ has been laid in which state/UT?

[A] Kerala

[B] Tamil Nadu

[C] Maharashtra

[D] Goa

Answer: [A] Kerala

The foundation stone for the Cochin Fisheries Harbour was laid recently. The project is worth Rs. 169.17 crores. Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways Sarbananda Sonowal and Union Minister for Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying Parshottam Rupala laid the foundation stone of Modernisation and Upgradation Works of Cochin Fishing Harbour at Thoppumpady in Kerala.

12. ‘Espionage Act’ is associated with which country?

[A] USA

[B] Russia

[C] Uktraine

[D] China

Answer: [A] USA

The Espionage Act is a US legislation that was enacted after the First World War to criminalize certain conducts associated with the mishandling of sensitive government records concerning to the national defense. Former US President Donald Trump has recently become the most high-profile individual to ever face criminal charges under this Act.

13. ‘SCORES’ is the grievance redressing platform of which institution?

[A] RBI

[B] SEBI

[C] IRDAI

[D] PFRDA

Answer: [B] SEBI

The SCORES platform allows the public to lodge a complaint with the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) and view its status. As many as 2,457 complaints against companies and market intermediaries have been disposed of via this platform.

14. Which institution developed the ‘National single window system (NSWS)’ for investors?

[A] SEBI

[B] DPIT

[C] NITI Aayog

[D] CBDT

Answer: [B] DPIIT

The National single window system (NSWS), developed by the DPIIT, is a one-stop digital platform for investors for approvals and clearances. The government is planning to bring all approvals and clearances for launching sugar and ethanol projects under this digital platform.

15. Janan Bushehri, is the only woman legislator elected in which country’s general election?

[A] Israel

[B] Kuwait

[C] UAE

[D] Iran

Answer: [B] Kuwait

Opposition lawmakers won a majority in Kuwait’s parliament with only one woman -Janan Bushehri elected, after the Gulf state’s seventh general election in just over a decade. Since Kuwait adopted a parliamentary system in 1962, the legislature has been dissolved around a dozen times.

16. Which state/UT implements the ‘Gruha Jyoti’ scheme?

[A] Karnataka

[B] Kerala

[C] Andhra Pradesh

[D] Odisha

Answer: [A] Karnataka

Karnataka state government clarified the guidelines of Gruha Jyoti under which 200 units of free power will be introduced. Those seeking free power under Gruha Jyoti should enrol through the Seva Sindhu portal of the State Government. The state has 2.16 crore consumers who use less than 200 units of power.

17. Union Cabinet has approved the revival package of which company with an outlay of Rs 89000 crore rupees?

[A] Air India

[B] BSNL

[C] Yes Bank

[D] IDBI Bank

Answer: [B] BSNL

The Union Cabinet has approved the third revival package for BSNL with a total outlay of 89 thousand 47 crore rupees. It includes an allotment of 4G and 5G spectrum for BSNL through equity infusion. The authorised capital of BSNL will be increased from one lakh 50 thousand crore rupees to two lakh ten thousand crore rupees.

18. Which country is the host of this year’s edition of ‘Miss World pageant’?

[A] Sri Lanka

[B] India

[C] Australia

[D] USA

Answer: [B] India

Miss World pageant is one of the oldest beauty pageants in the world. The Miss World Organization recently announced that India is the venue for this year’s edition of the event. Contestants from over 130 countries will showcase their talents, intelligence, and compassion. They will participate in a series of rigorous competitions, including talent showcases, sports challenges, and charitable initiatives etc.

19. Which Indian state is set to organise ‘International Trade Show’?

[A] Maharashtra

[B] Karnataka

[C] Uttar Pradesh

[D] Andhra Pradesh

Answer: [C] Uttar Pradesh

The ‘International Trade Show’ will be organized from September 21 to 25 in Greater Noida. In this event, the Uttar Pradesh government will focus on 40 sectors. During the three-day Global Investors Summit held in Lucknow earlier this year, the state received investment proposals worth Rs 35 lakh crore, of this the three Noida authorities alone accorded 27%.

20. Which state announced a three-year tax exemption on agricultural income of Tea?

[A] West Bengal

[B] Assam

[C] Kerala

[D] Tamil Nadu

Answer: [B] Assam

Assam Tea has completed 200 years. In view of this, the Assam government announced its decision to provide a three-year tax exemption on agricultural income starting from April 1. The state government also announced interest subvention on the working capital loan by the tea estates and subsidies on production and on purchase of plant and machinery for orthodox tea production.