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April 2019 Legal Current Affairs for Law Entrance Exam APRIL LEGAL CA QUIZ 3

Directions: Study the following questions carefully and answer the questions given below.

1. Which of the following companies has recently become first indian port operator to record 200 MMT cargo movement?

A. Reliance B. APM Terminals

C. KPL D. Adani

2. Who among the following has recently taken over as the ICC Chief executive?

A. M N Chinayappa B. Manu Sawhney

C. Dave Richardson D. K Srinivasan

3. Name the person who was recently elected as President of Comoros.

A. Azali Assoumani B. Yoweri Museveni

C. Mohammed Abdel fateh D. Idi Amin

4. Who among the following was recently appointed as new head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team?

A. Bobi Wine B. Ramesh Abhishek

C. Vesilin Matic D. Kale Kayihura

5. Who among the following has recently received Croatia’s highest civilian honor, the Grand Order of the King of Tomislav?

A. Sumitra Mahajan B. Ram Nath Kovind

C. Arun Jaitley D. Narendra Modi

6. ISRO has recently placed ______, an electronic intelligence satellite for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO).

A. WingSat B. Emisat

C. Sunsat D. Emigran

7. District from which of the following states has recently developed “Sankalp” application for first time voters?

A. Assam B. Karnataka

C. Uttar Pradesh D. Odisha

8. Which of the following cities has recently claimed to become the world’s first district using both 5G coverage and broadband gigabit networks?

A. Shangha B. Tokyo

C. New York D. Dubai

9. Which of the following countries has recently launched the Tianlian II- 01 satellite?

A. China B. Japan

C. USA D. Indonesia

10. Who among the following has recently won 4th ATP Miami Open Title?

A. Leander Paes B. John Isner

C. Roger Federer D. Novak Djokovic

Correct answers:

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 D B A C B B A A A C

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Who: Adani What: becomes first Indian port operator to record 200 MMT cargo movement When: published on 27th March 2019

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone (APSEZ) said on Wednesday that it has recorded cargo movement of more than 200 million metric tonnes (MMT) at nine ports along the east and west coasts, becoming the first Indian port operator to achieve the milestone.

"Our projections were to reach this milestone by 2020 but we could achieve it ahead of schedule, courtesy the tech-driven operational efficiency and enhanced asset utilisation," said APSEZ Chief Executive Officer Karan Adani.

"Robust capacity addition at our leading ports such as Dhamra and Mundra as well as deepening presence closer the hinterland with new facilities such as Ennore and Kattupalli played a critical role in this journey," he said. "The focus on adding value as an integrated logistics player and coastal shipping of coal further bolstered the process."

For the complete information kindly visit given link:

https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/adani-becomes-first- indian-port-operator-to-record-200-mmt-cargo-movement- 119032700479_1.html

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Who: Manu Sawhney What: has taken over as the ICC Chief executive When: published on 1st April 2019

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that Manu Sawhney will assume the position of Chief Executive with immediate effect.

Sawhney has been working alongside the outgoing Chief Executive David Richardson for the last six weeks to ensure a smooth transition for the organization. Richardson will remain with the ICC until July as originally planned to oversee the delivery of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019.

Commenting on his appointment Sawhney said: “I am absolutely delighted to be taking over the reins from David, who has steered the sport so capably over the last seven years. I am pleased to say he will continue to lead the delivery of the ICC Men’s Cricket World Cup 2019 and there is no better person to ensure the event is the greatest celebration of cricket ever.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: https://www.icc-cricket.com/media-releases/1153104

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Who: Azali Assoumani What: elected as President of Comoros When: published on 27th March 2019

Comoros President Azali Assoumani was re-elected today according to results published by the electoral commission of the Indian Ocean archipelago.

Electoral commission chief Djaza Ahmed Mohamed said, Azali, who first took office in 2016, was way ahead of his closest rival Mahamoudou Ahamada, who garnered only 14.62 percent of the ballots cast.

The Comoros is a volcanic archipelago off Africa’s east coast, in the warm Indian Ocean waters of the Mozambique Channel.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: http://www.newsonair.com/Main-News-Details.aspx?id=361468

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Who: Vesilin Matic What: was appointed as new head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team When: published on 25th March 2019

The Basketball Federation of India on Monday roped in Veselin Matic as the new head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team, according to a report by The New Indian Express.

Zoran Visic, who was earlier in charge of both the men’s and women’s national sides will continue with the women’s team after the recruitment of Visic took over the men’s side for the FIBA World Cup and the Asian qualifiers after taking over following a poor run during the Commonwealth Games in 2018.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: https://scroll.in/field/917798/basketball-federation-of-india-appoints- serbian-veselin-matic-as-coach-of-indian-mens-team

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Who: President of India, Ram Nath Kovind What: received Croatia’s highest civilian honor, the Grand Order of the King of Tomislav When: published on 26th March 2019

President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday received Croatia's highest civilian order, the Grand Order of the King of Tomislav, during his official visit to the nation.

dedicated it to India-Croatia friendship!" tweeted Raveesh Kumar, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday.

The civilian order is awarded to heads of state for their contribution towards the strengthening of ties between the European nation and their respective country, amongst other things, according to Kumar.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: https://www.business-standard.com/article/news-ani/president-kovind- receives-croatia-s-highest-civilian-order-119032600897_1.html

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Who: ISRO What: puts Emisat, 28 foreign satellites into orbit When: published on 1st April 2019

The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) on Monday put Emisat -- an electronic intelligence satellite for the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) -- and 28 other foreign satellites into orbit in a copybook style. With Monday's launch, India has successfully put into orbit 297 foreign satellites to date.

So far, Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket has put into orbit nation's 46 satellites, including 10 satellites built by students from Indian universities.

For the complete information kindly visit given link:

https://www.thehansindia.com/tech/isro-puts-emisat-28-foreign-satellites- into-orbit--517364

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Who: Assam district What: develops app for first-time voters When: published on 29th March 2019

A district in western Assam is going the digital way to attract the first-time voters towards the election process and ensure their participation.

The district administration of Bongaigaon has developed a ‘Sankalp’ mobile phone application to especially reach out to the first-time voters.

Talking to UNI over phone from Bongaigaon, deputy commissioner Adil Khan said, “We have taken a special initiative for the first-time voters. A ‘Sankalp’ app has been developed to reach out to them.”

“The NIC team has developed the app and it will be launched soon,” Khan, who is also the district election officer for Bongaigaon which falls under Barpeta Parliamentary constituency, added.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: http://www.uniindia.com/~/assam-district-develops-app-for-first-time- voters/States/news/1544495.html

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Who: Shanghai What: Becomes World’s First District With 5G Coverage When: published on 1st April 2019

Shanghai has claimed that it has become the world’s first district using both 5G coverage and broadband gigabit network as China seeks to establish lead over the US and other countries in the race to develop next generation cellular mobile communications.

5G is the next generation of cellular technology with download speeds that are 10 to 100 times faster than 4G LTE networks.

Shanghai has developed what it claims to be the first district boasting both 5G coverage and a broadband gigabit network, the state-run China Daily reported. Trial runs of the 5G network, backed by state-run telecom carrier China Mobile, officially started the service in Shanghai’s Hongkou on Saturday, where 5G base stations had been deployed over the last three months to ensure full coverage, the report said.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: https://www.expresscomputer.in/internet/shanghai-becomes-worlds-first- district-with-5g-coverage/34492/

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Who: China What: launched the Tianlian II-01 satellite When: published on 1st April 2019

This is the first of China's second-generation data-tracking and relay satellites, which will provide services like data relay, measurement and control, and transmission to manned spacecraft, satellites, carrier rockets and non-spacecraft users.

Compared to its predecessor, the Tianlian I system, the new generation relay satellite system will be significantly improved in mission planning, system management and task implementation.

With a more advanced data transmission rate and capability of multi- objective service, Tianlian II system will play an important role in improving transmission timeliness, in-orbit operation safety and task implementation flexibility, for medium- and low-Earth-orbit satellites and manned spacecraft.

This is the 129th mission for the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, and the 301st mission for the Long March carrier rocket series.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: https://news.cgtn.com/news/3d3d774d78557a4e33457a6333566d54/inde x.html

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Who: Roger Federer What: lifts his 4th ATP Miami Open title When: published on 1st April 2019

In tennis, Roger Federer lifted his fourth ATP Miami Open title with an emphatic 6-1, 6-4 win over defending champion John Isner last night.

The 37-year-old world number five took the first set in 24 minutes.

In his 50th Masters final, the Swiss fourth seed produced some typically sublime ground strokes and wrapped up the match in an hour and three minutes.

It is Swiss player's 28th Masters title and the 101st overall for a player who has won 20 Grand Slam singles titles.

For the complete information kindly visit given link: http://www.newsonair.com/News?title=Roger-Federer-lifts-his-4th-ATP- Miami-Open-title&id=361685

Top 10 news of the day : 3rd April 2019

1. Roger Federer lifts his 4th ATP Miami Open title.

(Important Legal Current Affairs Questions and Answers of 3rd April 2019)

In tennis, Roger Federer lifted his fourth ATP Miami Open title with an emphatic 6-1, 6-4 win over defending champion John Isner last night.

The 37-year-old world number five took the first set in 24 minutes.

In his 50th Masters final, the Swiss fourth seed produced some typically sublime ground strokes and wrapped up the match in an hour and three minutes.

It is Swiss player's 28th Masters title and the 101st overall for a player who has won 20 Grand Slam singles titles.

2. China launched the Tianlian II-01 satellite.

(Top 10 Objective Current Affairs Quiz of 3rd April 2019 for CLAT 2019)

Compared to its predecessor, the Tianlian I system, the new generation relay satellite system will be significantly improved in mission planning, system management and task implementation.

This is the 129th mission for the Xichang Satellite Launch Center, and the 301st mission for the Long March carrier rocket series.

3. Shanghai Becomes World’s First District With 5G Coverage.

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5G is the next generation of cellular technology with download speeds that are 10 to 100 times faster than 4G LTE networks.

4. Assam district develops app for first-time voters.

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A district in western Assam is going the digital way to attract the first-time voters towards the election process and ensure their participation.

The district administration of Bongaigaon has developed a ‘Sankalp’ mobile phone application to especially reach out to the first-time voters.

“The NIC team has developed the app and it will be launched soon,” Khan, who is also the district election officer for Bongaigaon which falls under Barpeta Parliamentary constituency, added.

5. ISRO puts Emisat, 28 foreign satellites into orbit.

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So far, Polar Satellite Launch Vehicle (PSLV) rocket has put into orbit nation's 46 satellites, including 10 satellites built by students from Indian universities.

6. President of India, Ram Nath Kovind received Croatia’s highest civilian honor, the Grand Order of the King of Tomislav.

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President Ram Nath Kovind on Tuesday received Croatia's highest civilian order, the Grand Order of the King of Tomislav, during his official visit to the nation.

"President of India honoured with highest civilian order in #Croatia! During his State Visit to Croatia, #Presidentkovind is honoured with Grand Order of the King of Tomislav, the highest award of Croatia. #Presidentkovind dedicated it to India-Croatia friendship!" tweeted Raveesh Kumar, spokesperson of the Ministry of External Affairs on Tuesday.

7. Vesilin Matic was appointed as new head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team.

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The Basketball Federation of India on Monday roped in Veselin Matic as the new head coach of the Indian men’s basketball team, according to a report by The New Indian Express.

8. Azali Assoumani elected as President of Comoros.

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Comoros President Azali Assoumani was re-elected today according to results published by the electoral commission of the Indian Ocean archipelago.

Electoral commission chief Djaza Ahmed Mohamed said, Azali, who first took office in 2016, was way ahead of his closest rival Mahamoudou Ahamada, who garnered only 14.62 percent of the ballots cast.

The Comoros is a volcanic archipelago off Africa’s east coast, in the warm Indian Ocean waters of the Mozambique Channel.

9. Manu Sawhney has taken over as the ICC Chief executive.

(Legal Current Affairs in Short of 3rd April 2019)

The International Cricket Council (ICC) announced that Manu Sawhney will assume the position of Chief Executive with immediate effect.

10. Adani becomes first Indian port operator to record 200 MMT cargo movement.

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