Prelims Current Affairs Quiz – 11 October 2023

1. Consider the following statements with respect to Scheme for Residential Education for Students in High Schools in Targeted Areas (SHRESHTA):
1. It aims to provide seats for the meritorious Scheduled Castes (SCs) boys and girls in the best private residential schools in the country.
2. The scheme is implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.
3. The scheme is applicable only for the admission in Class 9 and Class 11.
How many of the statements given above are not correct?

2. With reference to Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA), consider the following statements:
1. It is an intergovernmental organisation established under the aegis of United Nations.
2. All sovereign States of the Indian Ocean Rim are eligible for membership of the Association.
3. The members states must adhere to the principles enshrined in the Charter of Association.
4. India and Pakistan both are its members.
How many of the statements given above is/are correct?

3. Tele-MANAS initiative has been launched by:

4. Consider the following passage:
He is celebrated as a Tamil saint, known for his profound spiritual teachings and humanitarian efforts. He introduced the concept of “Jeeva Karunyam,” advocating non-violence and reverence for all life forms. He established ‘The Sathya Dharma Salai,’ a free food facility in Vadalur, Tamil Nadu in 1867, serving all people without caste distinctions.
Identify the personality being described above.

5. What is the primary focus of “Operation Iron Swords”?