Daily Current Affairs Descriptive & Quiz on 16-12-2024 GK Bits Today

Latest Current Affairs Descriptive As on 16-12-2024 -Daily Current Affairs Bits

Lok Sabha Secretariat

1. Hindi as India’s Identity:
   Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla emphasized the importance of Hindi, calling it the "soul and identity" of India. He also urged Members of Parliament to actively participate in making the ‘TB Mukt Bharat’ campaign a public movement (Jan-Andolan).

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Ministry of AYUSH

• ICD-11 TM2 Workshop:
  The National Institute of Indian Medical Heritage hosted a workshop to gather inputs for implementing WHO’s ICD-11 TM2 and adopting international terminologies of Ayurveda in India.

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Ministry of Coal

1. Launch of ‘CHARAK’ Program:
   Northern Coalfields Limited (NCL) launched the “CHARAK” initiative in Singrauli, focusing on community health and welfare.
2. 3rd CIL CSR Conclave:
   Coal India Limited (CIL) kicked off its third CSR Conclave in Kolkata, marking a decade of India’s CSR legislation and showcasing CIL’s contributions to institutionalized CSR practices.

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Ministry of Defence

• Strengthening Ties with Nepal:
  General Ashok Raj Sigdel from Nepal concluded a successful visit to India, achieving key milestones in bilateral defense cooperation.

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Ministry of Home Affairs

1. Integration Efforts in Chhattisgarh:
   Union Home Minister Amit Shah visited Jagdalpur, where he met individuals who surrendered arms to join the mainstream.
2. Bastar Olympics Closing Ceremony:
   Amit Shah attended the closing ceremony of the Bastar Olympics in Chhattisgarh, promoting regional development and cultural harmony.
3. President’s Colour to Chhattisgarh Police:
   The Home Minister presented the prestigious ‘President’s Colour’ to the Chhattisgarh Police in Raipur, recognizing their exceptional service.

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Ministry of Mines

• GSI Geoscience Museum Inaugurated:
  Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar inaugurated the Geological Survey of India’s Geoscience Museum in Gwalior, promoting awareness of India’s mineral wealth.

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Ministry of Ports, Shipping & Waterways

• Launch of ‘Jalvahak’:
  The government unveiled ‘Jalvahak’ to boost inland waterways, incentivizing cargo movement on NW1 (Ganga), NW2 (Brahmaputra), and NW16 (Barak River).

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Ministry of Textiles

• Celebrating Handwoven Saris:
  The "Viraasat" initiative celebrated India’s rich tradition of handwoven saris, showcasing the craftsmanship of weavers across the country.

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Daily Current Affairs Quiz MCQs

1. Which campaign did Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla urge MPs to make a public movement?
   A) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
   B) TB Mukt Bharat
   C) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
   D) Digital India

2. Who inaugurated the GSI Geoscience Museum in Gwalior?
   A) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
   B) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
   C) Home Minister Amit Shah
   D) Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

3. What is the name of the program launched by NCL in Singrauli for community health?
   A) JAN Arogya
   B) CHARAK
   C) Sanjeevani
   D) Aarogyam

4. What was the focus of the 3rd CIL CSR Conclave held in Kolkata?
   A) Promoting renewable energy
   B) Celebrating a decade of CSR legislation
   C) Strengthening coal production
   D) Enhancing public health

5. Which new inland waterways initiative was launched to boost cargo movement?
   A) Jalvaani
   B) Jalvahak
   C) Jal Shakti Yojana
   D) Jal Pari

6. What event marked the recognition of Chhattisgarh Police by the Union Home Minister?
   A) Presentation of Gallantry Awards
   B) Awarding of President’s Colour
   C) Launch of new welfare schemes
   D) Hosting the Bastar Olympics

7. What does the “Viraasat” initiative celebrate?
   A) Handwoven saris of India
   B) Ancient Indian temples
   C) Traditional Indian dance forms
   D) Heritage sites across India

8. What is the purpose of the ICD-11 TM2 workshop organized by AYUSH?
   A) Implementing advanced healthcare technologies
   B) Adopting international terminologies for Ayurveda
   C) Enhancing medical tourism
   D) Promoting alternative medicines globally

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Answers

1. B) TB Mukt Bharat
2. B) Vice President Jagdeep Dhankhar
3. B) CHARAK
4. B) Celebrating a decade of CSR legislation
5. B) Jalvahak
6. B) Awarding of President’s Colour
7. A) Handwoven saris of India
8. B) Adopting international terminologies for Ayurveda