Today in History (June 27^th, 1693)

On June 27, 1693, The first women’s magazine “Ladies’ Mercury” was published in London, England.

Let’s revise

A) The next BRICS summit in October 2024 will be hosted by ____

1. China
2. Russia
3. India
4. South Africa

Ans. (2)

B) SCO summit in 2024, July, will be held in ____

1. China
2. Kazakhstan
3. Russia
4. Pakistan

Ans. (2)

C) The first visit of PM Modi in his third tenure was to _____

1. France
2. Russia
3. Italy
4. Spain

Ans. (3)

D) Recently seen in news, what is e-Sakshya?

1. Website of the Supreme Court
2. Mobile application for police for evidence collection
3. Mobile app for E-education
4. Mobile app for E-market for farmers

Ans. (2)

E) BNS-Bhartiya Nyaya Sanhita will replace the ____

1. IPC
2. CrPC
3. CPC
4. Indian Evidence Act 1872

Ans. (1)

F) BNSS will replace the _____

1. IPC
2. CrPC
3. CPC
4. Indian Evidence Act 1872

Ans. (2)

G) The three new criminal laws will be in force from______

1. August, 1, 2024
2. September, 5, 2024
3. July 1, 2024
4. None of the above

Ans. (3)

H) Which one is the article of Indian constitution about President Rule in states?

1. 356
2. 352
3. 360
4. 315

Ans. (1)

I) Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with financial emergency in India?

1. 356
2. 352
3. 360
4. 315

Ans. (3)

J) Recently which Indian state has cleared an ordinance to curb the problem of paper leak regarding various exams?

1. Rajasthan
2. Uttar Pradesh
3. Himachal Pradesh
4. Haryana

Ans. (2)

K) Find the incorrect statement among the following

1. In recent times India’s external debt has increased
2. In recent times India’s external debt has decreased
3. India’s debt to GDP ratio has declined in recent time
4. Loans are the largest component of external debt on India

Ans. (2)

L) Find correct statement among the following

1. In the last financial year India’s coal consumption declined
2. In the last financial year India’s coal consumption increased
3. In the last financial year India’s coal consumption remained unchanged
4. None of the above is incorrect

Ans. (2)

Summary of Today’s News

Pankaj Sekhsaria’s new book, “The Great Nicobar Betrayal

• Pankaj Sekhsaria’s new book, “The Great Nicobar Betrayal,” highlights the significant ecological and social threats posed by NITI Aayog’s upcoming tourism and real estate project on the Great Nicobar Island.
• The project involves denotifying protected areas, threatening leatherback turtle habitats, and potentially causing extensive environmental harm and negative impacts on the indigenous population.
• Both Sekhsaria and sociologist Amita Baviskar criticize the project as a profit-driven initiative that disregards the well-being of the island’s ecology and native communities. The book calls for public support to halt the project.

Bannerghatta Leopard Safari, India’s largest and first in south India.

• India’s largest leopard safari was inaugurated at Bannerghatta Biological Park in Bengaluru, featuring eight leopards in a 20-hectare area.
• Created at a cost of ₹4.5 crore, the safari aims to educate visitors about leopards and human-animal conflict.
• Additionally, new park facilities and enclosures for various animals were also introduced.

India tapping its rooftop solar potential

India’s installed rooftop solar (RTS) capacity increased by 2.99 GW in 2023-2024, the highest growth in a year. As of March 31, 2024, the RTS capacities of Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Rajasthan had taken big strides while some others were behind the curve. An installed RTS capacity of 3,456 MW in Gujarat is the result of its government’s quick approval process, a large number of RTS installers, and high consumer awareness. Creating awareness is key to getting consumers on board. In addition, RTS needs to be economically viable for households.

Implementation of new criminal laws from 1st July 2024

• Ahead of the implementation of new criminal laws on July 1, the Crime and Criminal Tracking Network Systems (CCTNS) used by over 16,000 police stations in India have been modified. FIRs will now be registered under the Bharatiya Nagrik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS).
• Delhi Police are training their personnel and providing pocket guides to familiarize them with the new laws. The old laws will still apply to crimes committed before July 1, and CCTNS will support both old and new provisions.
• The new laws introduce 20 new crimes, increased imprisonment for 33 offences, community service penalties for six crimes, and mandatory minimum punishments for 23 crimes.

Om Birla’s Second term as the Speaker of 18th Lok Sabha

• Om Birla’s second term as Lok Sabha Speaker is marked by continuity and notable achievements, such as providing opportunities for first-time members to speak and overseeing the transition to a new Parliament building.
• Despite challenges, including a turbulent period with a strong Opposition, Birla’s leadership and individualistic initiatives stand out.
• His upcoming term may be more challenging due to a more evenly balanced Lok Sabha.

Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder, returned to Australia

• Julian Assange, the WikiLeaks founder, returned to Australia after pleading guilty in a U.S. district court in Saipan to obtaining and publishing U.S. military secrets, ending his long legal battle.
• Welcomed by supporters and his family, Assange’s release was facilitated by key Australian diplomats. His lawyer affirmed that Assange will continue to champion freedom of speech and government transparency.