CURRENT AFFAIRS

2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Who won the APJ Abdul Kalam Ignite Award for suggesting an idea for a software to instantaneously register a vote given through an electronic voting machine with the authorities.
A
Roshan Sori
B
Rahul Singh
C
Ankith Agarwal
D
Sushanth
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -NIF dedicates the IGNITE Awards in the loving memory of Dr Kalam. In order to promote creativity and originality in children, NIF has been organising IGNITE-a national competition of original technological ideas and innovations by children, up to Standard XII or the age of 17 years, in or out of school.

Detailed explanation-2: -The entries for the contest opened on 29th June 2022 and closed on 8th August 2022. The winner and finalists, along with their innovations, are: Uditanshu Pratap Singh-National Institute of Design Haryana, Saviour Vending Cart (Winner) Ayushi Agarwal – NIFT Raebareli, Good Extension.

Detailed explanation-3: -Eligible students who have innovative ideas can apply. Application forms will be available online mode. Online applications are available only on the official portal of the foundation.

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