20th & 21th February 2025 Daily Current Affairs
1. Which state has become the first in India to have a translation system in the legislative assembly?
Correct Answer: A [Uttar Pradesh]
Notes:
Uttar Pradesh assembly becomes the first in the country with a translator facility. The proposal will be reviewed by the Ruling Committee and implemented after approval. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath oversaw translation rehearsals in Awadhi, Braj, Bhojpuri, Bundelkhand, and English.
Uttar Pradesh assembly becomes the first in the country with a translator facility. The proposal will be reviewed by the Ruling Committee and implemented after approval. Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath oversaw translation rehearsals in Awadhi, Braj, Bhojpuri, Bundelkhand, and English.
2. Where was the India’s first “Open-Air Art Wall Museum” inaugurated?
Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s first ‘Open-Air Art Wall Museum’ at Mausam Bhawan, New Delhi. The museum marks the 150-year journey of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is developed in collaboration with ‘Delhi Street Art’. It transforms IMD’s Lodhi Road headquarters into a visual narrative. The artwork showcases India’s meteorological advancements and the role of weather science in society.
Union Minister Jitendra Singh inaugurated India’s first ‘Open-Air Art Wall Museum’ at Mausam Bhawan, New Delhi. The museum marks the 150-year journey of the India Meteorological Department (IMD). It is developed in collaboration with ‘Delhi Street Art’. It transforms IMD’s Lodhi Road headquarters into a visual narrative. The artwork showcases India’s meteorological advancements and the role of weather science in society.
3. Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
Correct Answer: A [Kerala]
Notes:
The Periyar Tiger Conservation Foundation has introduced a real-time monitoring and networking system in Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary. Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, covering 53 sq km. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1983. The sanctuary includes the catchment area of Peppara Dam, built on the Karamana River. The new system aims to enhance wildlife protection and conservation efforts in the region
The Periyar Tiger Conservation Foundation has introduced a real-time monitoring and networking system in Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary. Peppara Wildlife Sanctuary is in Thiruvananthapuram district, Kerala, covering 53 sq km. It was declared a wildlife sanctuary in 1983. The sanctuary includes the catchment area of Peppara Dam, built on the Karamana River. The new system aims to enhance wildlife protection and conservation efforts in the region
4. Which naval vessel is used for Navika Sagar Parikrama II?
Correct Answer: A [INSV Tarini]
Notes:
INSV Tarini reached Port Stanley on February 18, 2025, completing the third phase of Navika Sagar Parikrama II. The expedition highlights the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender empowerment and maritime excellence. It is crewed by two women officers, Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A. The voyage, covering over 21,600 nautical miles, started from Goa on October 2, 2024. Route includes Fremantle (Australia), Lyttleton (New Zealand), Port Stanley (Falkland), Cape Town (South Africa), and back to Goa. INSV Tarini, a 56-foot sailing vessel, has previously completed Navika Sagar Parikrama in 2017.
INSV Tarini reached Port Stanley on February 18, 2025, completing the third phase of Navika Sagar Parikrama II. The expedition highlights the Indian Navy’s commitment to gender empowerment and maritime excellence. It is crewed by two women officers, Lieutenant Commander Dilna K and Lieutenant Commander Roopa A. The voyage, covering over 21,600 nautical miles, started from Goa on October 2, 2024. Route includes Fremantle (Australia), Lyttleton (New Zealand), Port Stanley (Falkland), Cape Town (South Africa), and back to Goa. INSV Tarini, a 56-foot sailing vessel, has previously completed Navika Sagar Parikrama in 2017.
5. Which city is the host of All India Transgender Conference 2025?
Correct Answer: C [Ajmer]
Notes:
Ajmer is hosting the first-ever All India Transgender Conference, a 10-day transgender conference. The event began on February 17, 2025, with the Khichdi Tulai ritual. It aims to address issues faced by the transgender community across India. It is organized in memory of Anita Bai, mentor of Gaddipati Saloni Nayak. More than 2,000 transgender members from various states are participating.
Ajmer is hosting the first-ever All India Transgender Conference, a 10-day transgender conference. The event began on February 17, 2025, with the Khichdi Tulai ritual. It aims to address issues faced by the transgender community across India. It is organized in memory of Anita Bai, mentor of Gaddipati Saloni Nayak. More than 2,000 transgender members from various states are participating.
