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- Question
The Supreme Court (SC) has imposed a fine of Rs 20 lakh on which state government for banning satirical film Bhobishyoter Bhoot?
Options- A. Andra Pradesh
- B. Jharkhand
- C. Odisha
- D. West Bengal
- Correct Answer
- West Bengal
ExplanationThe Supreme Court (SC) imposed a fine of Rs 20 lakh on the West Bengal government for imposing a 'virtual' ban on the public screening of the satirical film Bhobishyoter Bhoot in the state. A bench headed by Justice D Y Chandrachud said the fine amount shall be given to producers and cinema hall owners as compensation for violation of their right to freedom of speech and expression. The court was hearing a plea by the film producer which alleged the movie was taken down from a majority of theatres at the behest of the state authorities. The film, directed by Anik Dutta, was released on February 15. Its story revolves around a group of ghosts, including a politician, who assemble at a refugee camp and try to be relevant in contemporary times. The film was allegedly withdrawn from single-screen theatres and multiplexes a day after its release. - 1. This state assembly passed a Maintenance of Household Registers Bill, 2019 to detect illegal foreigners.
Options- A. Meghalaya
- B. Nagaland
- C. Assam
- D. Mizoram Discuss
- 2. 'Mainamati Maitree Exercise 2019' between BSF and BGB was held in __________.
Options- A. West Bengal
- B. Odisha
- C. Tripura
- D. Chhattisgarh Discuss
- 3. Which state deploys 1st Anti-Naxal Women Commando Unit, recently?
Options- A. Madhya Pradesh
- B. Uttar Pradesh
- C. Chhattisgarh
- D. Rajasthan Discuss
- 4. Which state government launched the 'i-help' initiative for the Lok Sabha election?
Options- A. Tamil Nadu
- B. Maharashtra
- C. Assam
- D. Rasjathan Discuss
- 5. Gauri Sawant Becomes India's 1st Transgender Election Ambassador. She was from which Indian state?
Options- A. Goa
- B. Tamil Nadu
- C. Andra Pradesh
- D. Maharashtra Discuss
- 6. How many Indian states banned e-cigarettes by following an advisory from the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare?
Options- A. 8
- B. 12
- C. 9
- D. 15 Discuss
- 7. Former Miss India runner up Sana Dua has been designated as the brand ambassador of which state election department?
Options- A. Jammu and Kashmir
- B. Himachal Pradesh
- C. Odisha
- D. Madhya Pradesh Discuss
- 8. Which Indian state celebrated the 75th anniversary of the Battle of Kohima?
Options- A. Meghalaya
- B. Nagaland
- C. Tripura
- D. West Bengal Discuss
- 9. The Election Commission of India appointed Kumar Viswajee as Intelligence Chief for which state?
Options- A. Gujarat
- B. Rajasthan
- C. Andhra Pradesh
- D. Tamil Nadu Discuss
- 10. Which state government plans to introduce caravans in major spots to boost tourism?
Options- A. Himachala Pradesh
- B. Tamil Nadu
- C. Kerala
- D. Uttarakhand Discuss
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Correct Answer: Mizoram
Explanation:
Mizoram Assembly passed a new bill named Mizoram Maintenance of Household Registers Bill, 2019 with an objective to detect foreigners illegally residing in Mizoram,who takes away the benefits of the citizen of Mizoram. As per the Bill, the Assembly will create the 2 registers namely one for the citizen residents and another for non-citizen residents of a village/area/town. This register comprises the name, details and passport size photographs of every individual in the state. The information furnished by the individual was verified by the president of the local branch of the state-level NGOs.
Correct Answer: Tripura
Explanation:
Border Security Force (BSF) and Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) took part in the 3-day 'Mainamati Maitree Exercise 2019' as a part of 'Confidence Building Measures' between India and Bangladesh held in Agartala, Tripura. The main objective of this exercise was to plan and conduct anti-smuggling and anti-criminal activity related operations with an aim to achieve better joint operational efficiency and border management in the area.
Correct Answer: Chhattisgarh
Explanation:
The Chhattisgarh police for the first time has inducted women commandos in the District Reserve Guard (DRG), its frontline anti-Naxal force. Comprising 30 women led by Deputy Superintendent of Police (DSP) Dineshwari Nand, have received extensive training in jungle combat. With the induction of the women commando contingent, the number of platoons of the DRG in Dantewada now stands at six.
Correct Answer: Assam
Explanation:
The 'i-help' initiative to promote digital electoral literacy in Assam has been launched in view of the forthcoming Lok Sabha polls. It is a joint initiative of the Office of the Chief Electoral Officer(CEO) and Common Service Centres (CSC) in Assam. CEO Mukesh Chandra Sahu launched the 'i-help' initiative.
Correct Answer: Maharashtra
Explanation:
The Election Commission of India has appointed transgender social activist Gauri Sawant, as one of the 12 election ambassadors from Maharashtra. She is the first transgender election ambassadors. According to the Election Commission, Gauri Sawant's appointment would help in more people from this category getting registered during the final phase of voters enrollment. It stated that in the next few days, Gauri Sawant would visit every transgender and inspire them about the need for voting.
Correct Answer: 12
Explanation:
Following an advisory from the Union Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued in 2018, Twelve states across India have banned Electronic Nicotine Delivery Systems (ENDS) or e-cigarettes. States of Punjab, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Kerala, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, Jammu & Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Tamil Nadu, Puducherry and Jharkhand have taken steps to ban the use of ENDS. ENDS, more commonly known as e-cigarettes or "vapes" in India, are products that produce an aerosolized mixture containing flavored liquids and nicotine that is inhaled by the user.
Correct Answer: Jammu and Kashmir
Explanation:
Femina Miss India 2017 runner up Sana Dua has been appointed as the brand ambassador of Jammu and Kashmir election department for general polls. She is an advocate and an enthusiastic social activist. She was born in 1993 in Assam in a Sikh family. Also, she has been engaged in promoting girl child education and in "Save Water" campaign.
Correct Answer: Nagaland
Explanation:
The 75th anniversary of the Battle of Kohima was observed by the Nagaland government with representatives from the UK and Japan speaking on the theme of 'Remembrance, Reconciliation and Rebirth'. The dignitaries from the UK and Japan assembled at the programme to seek "reconciliation and forgiveness" for the "sufferings and pain" caused against each other at the Battle of Kohima, that was fought in three stages during the Second World War in 1944.
Correct Answer: Andhra Pradesh
Explanation:
The Election Commission of India appointed Additional Director-General of Police Kumar Viswajeet as Intelligence Chief for Andhra Pradesh. A 1994 batch IPS officer, Mr. Viswajeet, is presently Chairman of the Andhra Pradesh State Level Police Recruitment Board (APSLPRB). He will take charge immediately. The top post fell vacant with the Election Commission transferring former Intelligence DG, A.B. Venkateswara Rao. The Intelligence wing plays a key role in guiding the police and the election authorities on mobilisation of forces in critical and cut-off villages.
Correct Answer: Uttarakhand
Explanation:
The government of Uttarakhand in a bid to promote tourism will be introducing mobile caravans or motor homes equipped with every facility you can expect to find in a regular house. The portable homes will enable you to access remote locations. The plan also includes the development of parks for the caravans to be stationed. These complexes will provide water, electricity and waste disposal facilities. This way, coupled with the government's endeavour to build homestays in and around popular tourist spots, soon most Himalaya vistas will be enjoyable from your windowsill.
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