26 NOV CURRENT AFFAIRS (MCQ)

Q1. Consider the following statements with reference to the Electronic Vaccine Intelligence Network (eVIN)1. It is being implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM) by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in partnership with the World Health Organisation (WHO).2. eVIN aims to promote the government of India’s Universal Immunization Programme by providing real-time information on vaccine stocks and flows, and storage temperatures across all cold chain points in the country. Which of the above statement/s is/are incorrect?

a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : a)

Explanation :-About eVIN:• This is being implemented under the National Health Mission (NHM) by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare in partnership with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).• eVIN is an innovative technological solution aimed at strengthening immunization supply chain systems across the country. • eVIN aims to promote the government of India’s Universal Immunization Programme by providing real-time information on vaccine stocks and flows, and storage temperatures across all cold chain points in the country. • eVIN combines state-of-the-art technology, a strong IT infrastructure and trained human resources to enable real time monitoring of stock and storage temperature of the vaccines kept in multiple locations across the country.• eVIN has reached 32 States and Union Territories (UTs) and will soon be rolled-out in the remaining States and UTs of Andaman & Nicobar Islands, Chandigarh, Ladakh and Sikkim.

Q2. Consider the following statements about PRAGATI platform:1. PRAGATI is the ICT based multi-modal platform.2. It is a two-tier system.Which of the above statements is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : a)

Explanation :-PRAGATI• PRAGATI is the ICT based multi-modal platform for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation, involving Central and State governments.• Aim: The platform is aimed at addressing common man’s grievances, and simultaneously monitoring and reviewing important programmes and projects of the Government of India as well as projects flagged by State Governments.• Key features of the PRAGATI application:o It is a three-tier system (PMO, Union Government Secretaries, and Chief Secretaries of the States); 2 is incorrect.The Prime Minister will hold a monthly programme where he will interact with the Government of India Secretaries, and Chief Secretaries through Video-conferencing enabled by data and geo-informatics visuals.

Q3. Consider the following statements about Prompt Corrective Action(PCA):1. The PCA framework is applicable only to commercial banks.2. It has three risk threshold levels (1 being the lowest and 3 the highest) based on where a bank stands on these ratios. Which of the above statements is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-Prompt Corrective Action(PCA)It  is a framework under which banks with weak financial metrics are put under watch by the RBI.• Applicable: The PCA framework is applicable only to commercial banks and not to co-operative banks and non-banking financial companies (NBFCs).o It may be noted that of the 21 state-run banks, 11 are under the PCA framework.• It aims to check the problem of Non-Performing Assets (NPAs) in the Indian banking sector.• Essentially PCA helps RBI monitor key performance indicators of banks, and taking corrective measures, to restore the financial health of a bank.• The PCA framework deems banks as risky if they slip some trigger points – capital to risk weighted assets ratio (CRAR), net NPA, Return on Assets (RoA) and Tier 1 Leverage ratio.It has three risk threshold levels (1 being the lowest and 3 the highest) based on where a bank stands on these ratios.

Q4. Consider the following statements about Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019:1. The Act defines a trans person as someone whose gender does not match the one assigned at birth. 2. It states that transg
ender persons will have the right to “self-perceived” gender identity.Which of the above statements is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019• The Act defines a trans person as someone whose gender does not match the one assigned at birth. It prohibits discrimination against them in employment, education, housing, healthcare and other services.• It states that transgender persons will have the right to “self-perceived” gender identity.• But it mandates that each person would have to be recognised as ‘transgender’ on the basis of a certificate of identity issued by a district magistrate.• Change of gender identity in documents cannot be done without a certification by the District Magistrate after proof of a sex reassignment surgery is provided.• It prohibits discrimination against a transgender person, including denial of service or unfair treatment.• It seeks to provide rights of health facilities to transgender persons including separate HIV surveillance centres, and sex reassignment surgeries.• It enforces  a minor’s right of residence compelling any trans person below 18 to cohabit with their natal family.It calls for establishing a National Council for Transgender persons (NCT).

Q5. With reference to the Bank Consolidation, consider the following statements:1. The Union Cabinet has given its approval to the Scheme of Amalgamation of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited (LVB) with DBS Bank India Limited (DBIL).2. DBIL is a banking company licenced by RBI and operating in India through wholly owned subsidiary model.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-The Union Cabinet has given its approval to the Scheme of Amalgamation of Lakshmi Vilas Bank Limited (LVB) with DBS Bank India Limited (DBIL).• On 17.11.2020, to protect depositors’ interest and in the interest of financial and banking stability, on RBI’s application under section 45 of the Banking Regulation Act, 1949, LVB had been under moratorium for a period of 30 days.• In parallel, RBI, in consultation with Government, superseded the Board of Directors of LVB and appointed an Administrator to protect the depositors’ interest.• RBI prepared and provided a scheme for the bank’s amalgamation. With the approval of the scheme, LVB will be amalgamated with DBIL from the appointed date, and with this there will no further restrictions on the depositors regarding withdrawal of their deposits.• DBIL is a banking company licenced by RBI and operating in India through wholly owned subsidiary model, DBIL has the advantage of a strong parentage of DBS, a leading financial services group in Asia and headquartered in Singapore.• Hence both statements are correct.

Q6. With reference to the National Infrastructure Investment Fund’s (NIIF’s) debt platform, consider the following statements:1. The Union Cabinet recently approved the infusion of ₹6,000 crore equity in National Infrastructure Investment Fund’s (NIIF’s) debt platform in the next two years.2. The NIIF Strategic Opportunities Fund has set up a Debt Platform comprising an NBFC Infra Debt Fund and an NBFC Infra Finance Company.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-To drive infrastructure creation in the country, the Union Cabinet on Wednesday approved the infusion of ₹6,000 crore equity in National Infrastructure Investment Fund’s (NIIF’s) debt platform in the next two years.• Out of the proposed amount, ₹2,000 crore will be infused in the current financial year.• NIIF Debt Platform is sponsored by National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF), comprising of Aseem Infrastructure Finance Limited (AIFL) and NIIF Infrastructure Finance Limited (NIIF-IFL).• The NIIF Strategic Opportunities Fund has set up a Debt Platform comprising an NBFC Infra Debt Fund and an NBFC Infra Finance Company.• NIIF throug
h its Strategic Opportunities Fund (‘NIIF SOF’) owns a majority position in both the companies and has already invested ~ Rs.1,899 crore across the Platform.• The Strategic Opportunities Fund (SOF fund) through which the NIIF investment has been made will continue to support the two companies apart from investing in other suitable investment opportunities.• Hence both statements are correct.

Q7. The Constitution Day or Samvidhan Diwas is on:a) 26th Novemberb) 25th Novemberc) 24th Novemberd) 22nd November

Solution : a)

Explanation :-The nation is celebrating the Constitution Day, also known as Samvidhan Diwas on 26th November to commemorate the adoption of the Constitution of India.• The Constitution Day is observed annually on November 26 to mark the anniversary of the adoption of Indian Constitution on November 26, 1949 by the Constituent Assembly of India, which came into effect on 26 January 1950.• The Government of India declared 26 November as Constitution Day in 2015 by a gazette notification. The year of 2015 was the 125th birth anniversary of Ambedkar, who played a key role in the drafting of the constitution. Previously this day was celebrated as National Law Day.• Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.

Q8. With reference to the ‘National Portal for Transgender Persons’, consider the following statements:1. It would help a transgender person in applying for a Certificate and Identity card digitally from anywhere in the country.2. Getting Transgender Certificate and Identity Cards as per their self-perceived identity is an important provision of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment launched a ‘National Portal for Transgender Persons’.• This National Portal for Transgender Persons has been developed within 2 months of Notification of Transgender Persons (Protectionof Rights) Rules, 2020 on 29 September, 2020.• This Portal would help a transgender person in applying for a Certificate and Identity card digitally from anywhere in the country.• The most important benefit is that it helps the transgender person to get the I-Card without any physical interface and without having to visit any office. Through the Portal, they can monitor the status of their application that ensures transparency in the process.• Getting Transgender Certificate and Identity Cards as per their self-perceived identity is an important provision of The Transgender Persons (Protection of Rights) Act, 2019.• Hence both statements are correct.

Q9. With reference to ‘Garima Greh: A Shelter Home for Transgender Persons’, consider the following statements:1. Under the Scheme of ‘Shelter Home for Transgender Persons’, the Social Justice & Empowerment ministry has decided to set up shelter homes for transgender persons who have been forced to leave their homes or abandoned by the family.2. The first such home in Vadodara in Gujarat was inaugurated recently.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?a) 1 onlyb) 2 onlyc) Both 1 and 2d) Neither 1 nor 2

Solution : c)

Explanation :-Union Minister for Social Justice & Empowerment e-inaugurated a ‘Garima Greh: A Shelter Home for Transgender Persons’ in Vadodara, Gujarat.• Under the Scheme of ‘Shelter Home for Transgender Persons’, the ministry has decided to set up shelter homes for transgender persons who have been forced to leave their homes or abandoned by the family. The first such home in Vadodara in Gujarat was inaugurated.• By March 31 next year, Delhi, Mumbai, Chennai, Patna, Kolkata, Jaipur, Raipur, Bhubaneswar and Manipur will also have such homes to be called “Garima Greh” with a capacity for 25 persons.• They will be run by transgender community-led organisations. These shelters will also provide skill training to connect the community members with livelihood opportunities.• This is a pilot project, and on its successful completion, similar schemes will
 be extended to other parts of the country.• Hence both statements are correct.

Q10. Consider the following statements:1. He was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the 20th Century award.2. He played in four FIFA World Cups, including the 1986 World Cup in Mexico.3. In the 1986 World Cup quarter final the first goal was an unpenalized handling foul known as the “Hand of God”.Above statements are about who among the following Personalities?a) Diego Armando Maradonab) Edson Arantes do Nascimentoc) Ronaldinho Gaúchod) Arthur Antunes Coimbra

Solution : a)

Explanation :-Legendary Argentine footballer, Diego Maradona, widely regarded among the greatest football players of all time passed away following a heart attack.• Diego Armando Maradona (1960 – 2020) was an Argentine professional football player and manager.• Widely regarded as one of the greatest players of all time, he was one of the two joint winners of the FIFA Player of the 20th Century award.• Maradona was given the nickname “El Pibe de Oro” (“The Golden Kid”).• Maradona played in four FIFA World Cups, including the 1986 World Cup in Mexico where he captained Argentina and led them to victory over West Germany in the final, and won the Golden Ball as the tournament’s best player.• In the 1986 World Cup quarter final, he scored both goals in a 2–1 victory over England that entered football history for two different reasons.o The first goal was an unpenalized handling foul known as the “Hand of God”.o The second goal followed a 60 m (66 yd) dribble past five England players, voted “Goal of the Century” by FIFA.com voters in 2002.Hence, option (a) is the correct answer.*********