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Current Affairs of Today- 23rd October, 2021
1. Who is the author of the book “Stars in My Sky: Those Who Brightened My Film Journey”?
Ans:- Divya Dutta
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In her new book, Divya Dutta shares her experiences with some of the stalwarts of Bollywood who played a significant role in her film career.
2. Who has been appointed as the Russian Film Festival in India?
Ans:- Director-producer Imtiaz Ali
3. Who has been appointed as the new Chairman Association of Mutual Funds in India?
Ans:- A Balasubramanian
4. Who is the author of the book “Sir Syed Ahmad Khan: Reason, Religion And Nation”?
Ans:- Prof Shafey Kidwai
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The objective of the book is to analyze Sir Syed Ahmad Khan the founder of Mohammedan Anglo-Oriental College that grew into Aligarh Muslim University .
5. What is mobile ‘Modi Van’?
Ans:- Mobile Medical Vans
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The Union Home Minister Amit Shah has launched “Five Mobile Medical Vans” named as ‘Modi Van’ .
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· This event was organized in the Kaushambi district of Uttar Pradesh .
· These vans have been launched under the ‘Seva Hi Sangathan’ programme.
6. Who won Sakharov Prize in 2021?
Ans:- Alexei Navalny
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Alexei Navalny , an opposition politician and anti-corruption activist, from Russia, won the Sakharov Prize in 2021 . He is currently in prison.
About Sakharov Prize:
· Sakharov Prize is an honorary award given to individuals or groups who have dedicated their lives to defend human rights and freedom of thought.
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· Sakharov Prize was first given to Nelson Mandela in 1988 .
· The name of the prize is given after Russian scientist Andrei Sakharov .
7 . Who is goig to launch a new social media site called ‘TRUTH’?
Ans:- Former US President Donald Trump
8. In which country did External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar unveil the “Bhoodan Grove”?
Ans:- Israel
9. Who has been elected as the first-ever elected president of Barbados?
Ans:- Dame Sandra Mason
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· The capital of Barbados is Bridgetown .
· The currency of Barbados is Barbados Dollar .
10. Recently which volcano erupted in Japan?
Ans:- Mount Aso
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Mount Aso , a tourist destination on the main southern island of Kyushu , blasted ash several miles into the sky.
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