ALL EXAM QUIZ

Explanation:

• Renowned Ophthalmologist Brigadier Sanjay Kumar Mishra, working at the Research and Referral Hospital of the Indian Army, received the prestigious "Dr AM Gokhale Award" in Pune.
• This prestigious award was presented to Dr. Sanjay Kumar Mishra during the Retina Conclave program held in Pune.
• Dr. AM Gokhale, after whom the award is named, was a renowned ophthalmology teacher.

Explanation:

• President Murmu launched the National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) Digital House project in Gandhinagar.
• Gujarat Governor Acharya Devvrat and Chief Minister Bhupendrabhai Patel were also present during the launch.
• The National e-Vidhan Application (NeVA) Digital House project is inspired by the vision of 'One Nation, One Application'.
• It is a significant step towards making the Assembly proceedings entirely paperless.

Explanation:

• Indian spinner Kuldeep Yadav becomes the fastest Indian bowler to take 150 ODI wickets in the match against Sri Lanka in the Asia Cup.
• Kuldeep played a key role in India's 41-run victory over Sri Lanka in Colombo.
• Kuldeep is the fourth fastest spinner overall to take 150 wickets in ODIs after Saqlain Mushtaq (78 matches), Rashid Khan (80) and Ajantha Mendis (84).

Explanation:

• Visakhapatnam Port Authority has obtained the 3rd rank among all major ports in cargo handling.
• The performance of the major ports for the period between April 2023 and July 2023 was reviewed by the Union Ministry of Ports and ranks were given to the ports accordingly.
• Cargo volume, pre-berthing detention (PBD) time, turnaround time (TRT), output per ship berth day (OSBD) and Idle time at berth were the performance parameters for the review.
• The Visakhapatnam Port performed well in all these parameters.

Explanation:

• Yogi Government has launched this scheme in an attempt to foster harmony and alleviate property-related family disputes.
• The scheme has benefitted more than 43,574 people from 5 August 2023 to 12 September, 2023.
• Under this scheme, the public got a benefit of Rs 1807.31 crore.
• Under the new scheme, stamp duty for property donations to blood relatives has been reduced to Rs 5,000.
• Earlier, individuals used to pay stamp duty equivalent to the prevailing circle rate when executing a gift deed.
• Last year, over 2.56 lakh people took advantage of the scheme, which was implemented from June 2023 to December 2023.

Explanation:

• Central government has decided to reduce the wheat stock limit from 3,000 metric tonnes (MT) to 2,000 MT for traders, wholesalers, and big chain retailers.
• The stock limit of wheat will be 10 MT for each big chain retailer outlet.
• For other categories, stock limits have not been changed.
• All wheat stocking entities are required to register on the wheat stock limit portal and update the stock position every Friday.
• Any entity registered on the portal violating the stock limits will be subject to suitable punitive action under Sections 6 & 7 of the Essential Commodities Act,1955.

Explanation:

• The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) organized the ‘Festival of Democracy’ at Bihar’s Nalanda University to show India’s rich democratic traditions.
• The festival – ‘Vaishali Festival of Democracy’ held on 15 September, which is also celebrated as International Day of Democracy.
• ICCR chose the university as the venue due to its great significance and the presence of an international audience.
• Vaishali in Bihar is believed to be the first republic in the world. It is the place where the roots of democracy can be traced.
• The old Nalanda University was one of the first universities in the world. It was founded by Kumar Gupta in the 5th Century BC and destroyed by General Bakhtiyar Khilji in 1190.

Explanation:

• Central government has issued a notification for establishing 31 benches of Goods and Services Tax Appellate Tribunals (GSTAT).
• This decision will help businesses efficiently resolve various disputes.
• In February 2023, the GST Council had recommended setting up one Principal Bench and several State Benches of GSTAT.
• The Principal Bench in New Delhi and the regional Benches in states will create a unified structure for Tribunals.
• It will help in resolving thousands of matters speedily by the tribunals.
• Three GSTAT branches will be set up in Uttar Pradesh. Gujarat, Karnataka, Rajasthan, Tamil Nadu, and Maharashtra will have two benches each.

Explanation:

• Lenaa Kumar has written a book titled "The Autobiography of God".
• This book will be published by Beeja House.
• The questions in this book will make anyone introspect to decipher a deeper meaning of life.
• This book promises to be a transformative experience for readers seeking to embark on a path of self-discovery and enlightenment.
• The book is a roadmap to self-discovery and a journey to self-realization.

Explanation:

• In a significant move aimed at safeguarding the interests and well-being of platform-based gig workers, the Karnataka government unveiled a groundbreaking initiative that offers a comprehensive insurance package worth Rs 4 lakh, including Rs 2 lakh in life insurance and an additional Rs 2 lakh in accidental insurance.