Current Affairs Quiz - October, 2024
1. Recently, which country becomes the first in the world to eliminate leprosy?
[A] Jordan
[B] India
[C] Kenya
[D] Russia
[B] India
[C] Kenya
[D] Russia
Correct Answer: A [Jordan]
Notes:
Jordan has become the first country globally to eliminate leprosy, with the World Health Organisation confirming this milestone. This success is attributed to extensive public health campaigns, early detection initiatives, and free treatment programs. Community education played a crucial role in raising awareness and preventing the spread of this historically significant disease. Despite this achievement, Jordanian health officials emphasize the need for ongoing monitoring to avert potential future outbreaks of leprosy.
Jordan has become the first country globally to eliminate leprosy, with the World Health Organisation confirming this milestone. This success is attributed to extensive public health campaigns, early detection initiatives, and free treatment programs. Community education played a crucial role in raising awareness and preventing the spread of this historically significant disease. Despite this achievement, Jordanian health officials emphasize the need for ongoing monitoring to avert potential future outbreaks of leprosy.
2. Mahakaleshwar Temple, recently seen in news due to temple collapse, is located in which state?
[A] Uttar Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Madhya Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Tamil Nadu
[D] Madhya Pradesh
Correct Answer: D [Madhya Pradesh]
Notes:
Two people died due to a boundary wall collapse near Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, following heavy rainfall.
The Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and located on the banks of the Shipra River in Ujjain. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and dates back to at least the 6th century BC, though it was reconstructed in the 18th century.
The five-storied temple features architecture influenced by Chalukya, Maratha, and Bhumija styles. The temple houses sculptures of Lord Shiva, Ganesh, Parvati, and Karttikeya and includes a tank built in sarvatobhadra style.
Two people died due to a boundary wall collapse near Mahakal Temple in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, following heavy rainfall.
The Mahakaleshwar Temple is dedicated to Lord Shiva and located on the banks of the Shipra River in Ujjain. It is one of the twelve Jyotirlingas and dates back to at least the 6th century BC, though it was reconstructed in the 18th century.
The five-storied temple features architecture influenced by Chalukya, Maratha, and Bhumija styles. The temple houses sculptures of Lord Shiva, Ganesh, Parvati, and Karttikeya and includes a tank built in sarvatobhadra style.
3. Recently, who won gold medal in men’s 5,000 meters race at World Athletics Continental Tour?
[A] Gulveer Singh
[B] Prakash Tomar
[C] Vijendra Sharma
[D] Yogesh Kumar
[B] Prakash Tomar
[C] Vijendra Sharma
[D] Yogesh Kumar
Correct Answer: A [Gulveer Singh]
Notes:
Gulveer Singh, a 26-year-old Indian athlete, won gold in the 5,000m race at the World Athletics Continental Tour in Japan. He set a new national record of 13 minutes and 11.82 seconds, breaking his earlier record of 13 minutes and 18.92 seconds. Earlier in March, he set the 10,000m national record in California with a time of 27 minutes and 41.81 seconds.
His effort broke Surender Singh’s 16-year-old record. Despite his achievements, Gulveer missed the Paris Olympic qualification time by over 41 seconds.
Gulveer Singh, a 26-year-old Indian athlete, won gold in the 5,000m race at the World Athletics Continental Tour in Japan. He set a new national record of 13 minutes and 11.82 seconds, breaking his earlier record of 13 minutes and 18.92 seconds. Earlier in March, he set the 10,000m national record in California with a time of 27 minutes and 41.81 seconds.
His effort broke Surender Singh’s 16-year-old record. Despite his achievements, Gulveer missed the Paris Olympic qualification time by over 41 seconds.
4. ‘Mount Erebus’, recently seen in the news, is located in which continent?
[A] Australia
[B] Europe
[C] Antarctica
[D] Africa
[B] Europe
[C] Antarctica
[D] Africa
Correct Answer: C [Antarctica]
Notes:
Mount Erebus, Antarctica’s second-largest volcano, is unexpectedly spewing gold dust, surprising scientists. Typically, the volcano releases steam, gases, and rocks, but now tiny crystallized gold particles are also emerging. These particles have been found 621 miles from the volcano, valued at around $6,000 (Rs 5 lakh). NASA scientists suggest molten rock brought the gold particles to the surface, crystallizing in Antarctica’s sub-zero temperatures. While other volcanoes produce gold in gas or liquid form, Mount Erebus uniquely releases solid gold particles carried by the wind.
Mount Erebus, Antarctica’s second-largest volcano, is unexpectedly spewing gold dust, surprising scientists. Typically, the volcano releases steam, gases, and rocks, but now tiny crystallized gold particles are also emerging. These particles have been found 621 miles from the volcano, valued at around $6,000 (Rs 5 lakh). NASA scientists suggest molten rock brought the gold particles to the surface, crystallizing in Antarctica’s sub-zero temperatures. While other volcanoes produce gold in gas or liquid form, Mount Erebus uniquely releases solid gold particles carried by the wind.
5. Which organization recently published an atlas confirming the presence of Tsetse flies in 34 African countries?
[A] World Health Organization (WHO)
[B] Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
[C] United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
[D] International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
[B] Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
[C] United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
[D] International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN)
Correct Answer: B [Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)]
Notes:
Tsetse flies, genus Glossina, are found in 34 African countries, according to a new atlas by FAO. These blood-sucking insects give birth to larvae that pupate in the soil. Tsetse flies are classified into three groups: fusca (forest), morsitans (savanna), and palpalis (riverine). They inhabit areas along rivers, lakes, and dense forests, including rainforests. They transmit Trypanosoma parasites, causing sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in livestock. Nagana leads to billions of dollars in agricultural losses annually. Tsetse flies range from Northern Senegal to South Africa’s Kwazulu-Natal province.
Tsetse flies, genus Glossina, are found in 34 African countries, according to a new atlas by FAO. These blood-sucking insects give birth to larvae that pupate in the soil. Tsetse flies are classified into three groups: fusca (forest), morsitans (savanna), and palpalis (riverine). They inhabit areas along rivers, lakes, and dense forests, including rainforests. They transmit Trypanosoma parasites, causing sleeping sickness in humans and nagana in livestock. Nagana leads to billions of dollars in agricultural losses annually. Tsetse flies range from Northern Senegal to South Africa’s Kwazulu-Natal province.
6. Which organization recently released the “World Development Report (WDR)”?
[A] World Bank
[B] International Monetary Fund
[C] Food and Agriculture Organization
[D] United Nations Environment Programme
[B] International Monetary Fund
[C] Food and Agriculture Organization
[D] United Nations Environment Programme
Correct Answer: A [World Bank]
Notes:
The World Bank’s latest World Development Report focuses on the middle-income (MI) trap, highlighting that it may take nearly 75 years for economies currently in this trap to progress. Since 1987, the World Bank has classified economies into four categories: high income, upper middle income, lower middle income, and low income. While high-income countries have doubled from 41 to 86, low-income countries have reduced from 49 to 26. Currently, there are 108 middle-income countries, making up 75% of the global population and contributing about 38% of global GDP.
The World Bank’s latest World Development Report focuses on the middle-income (MI) trap, highlighting that it may take nearly 75 years for economies currently in this trap to progress. Since 1987, the World Bank has classified economies into four categories: high income, upper middle income, lower middle income, and low income. While high-income countries have doubled from 41 to 86, low-income countries have reduced from 49 to 26. Currently, there are 108 middle-income countries, making up 75% of the global population and contributing about 38% of global GDP.
7. ANNA DARPAN system, recently in news, is an initiative of which organization?
[A] NITI Aayog
[B] National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
[C] Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
[D] Food Corporation of India (FCI)
[B] National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA)
[C] Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)
[D] Food Corporation of India (FCI)
Correct Answer: D [Food Corporation of India (FCI)]
Notes:
Food Corporation of India (FCI) selected Coforge Limited as the system integrator for its digital transformation project, Anna DARPAN. The project aims to streamline and improve supply chain management with an interactive, user-friendly design. It will use data analytics to support strategic and operational decisions. The system will integrate with internal and external systems, prioritizing mobile access.
Food Corporation of India (FCI) selected Coforge Limited as the system integrator for its digital transformation project, Anna DARPAN. The project aims to streamline and improve supply chain management with an interactive, user-friendly design. It will use data analytics to support strategic and operational decisions. The system will integrate with internal and external systems, prioritizing mobile access.
8. Which ships are part of the First Training Squadron (1TS), recently arrived in Bandar Abbas, Iran?
[A] INS Vikrant, INS Kora, ICGS Vishwast
[B] INS Tir, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera
[C] INS Karanj, INS Kulish, ICGS Sarang
[D] INS Kochi, INS Chennai, ICGS Banshee
[B] INS Tir, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera
[C] INS Karanj, INS Kulish, ICGS Sarang
[D] INS Kochi, INS Chennai, ICGS Banshee
Correct Answer: B [INS Tir, INS Shardul, ICGS Veera]
Notes:
The INS Tir, along with INS Shardul and ICGS Veera, visited Bandar Abbas, Iran, as part of India’s First Training Squadron. This deployment aims to enhance maritime security and cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Iranian Navy. Activities include professional exchanges and Maritime Partnership Exercises (MPX). The visit reflects India’s commitment to its SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision, fostering stronger ties with regional partners. Previous interactions included Iranian naval ships visiting Mumbai, emphasizing ongoing naval diplomacy and training collaboration in the Persian Gulf region.
The INS Tir, along with INS Shardul and ICGS Veera, visited Bandar Abbas, Iran, as part of India’s First Training Squadron. This deployment aims to enhance maritime security and cooperation between the Indian Navy and the Iranian Navy. Activities include professional exchanges and Maritime Partnership Exercises (MPX). The visit reflects India’s commitment to its SAGAR (Security and Growth for All in the Region) vision, fostering stronger ties with regional partners. Previous interactions included Iranian naval ships visiting Mumbai, emphasizing ongoing naval diplomacy and training collaboration in the Persian Gulf region.
9. Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, recently seen in the news, aims to clear legacy landfills by which year?
[A] 2025
[B] 2026
[C] 2027
[D] 2028
[B] 2026
[C] 2027
[D] 2028
Correct Answer: B [2026]
Notes:
The Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, launched in 2021, targets the remediation of all legacy landfills in India by 2025-2026. As of now, 474 out of 2,421 legacy landfills have been cleared, reclaiming over 2,617 acres of land for alternate uses such as parks and integrated waste management projects. Cities like Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Pune, and Lucknow are transforming these sites, showcasing the mission’s impact on urban development and environmental sustainability.
The Swachh Bharat Mission-Urban 2.0, launched in 2021, targets the remediation of all legacy landfills in India by 2025-2026. As of now, 474 out of 2,421 legacy landfills have been cleared, reclaiming over 2,617 acres of land for alternate uses such as parks and integrated waste management projects. Cities like Ahmedabad, Nagpur, Pune, and Lucknow are transforming these sites, showcasing the mission’s impact on urban development and environmental sustainability.
10. Which state government recently declared desi (indigenous) cows as ‘Rajyamata-Gomata’?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Bihar
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
[B] Bihar
[C] Maharashtra
[D] Karnataka
Correct Answer: C [Maharashtra]
Notes:
Maharashtra government granted indigenous cow breeds the title of ‘Rajyamata-Gomata’ for their cultural and agricultural significance. The decision was made by the Cabinet led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ahead of the state elections. The statement highlighted the cow’s importance in Indian culture since the Vedic period. Native cows’ milk, cow dung, and urine are valued in Ayurveda, Panchgavya treatment, and organic farming. The move officially recognizes the significant role of indigenous cows in these areas.
Maharashtra government granted indigenous cow breeds the title of ‘Rajyamata-Gomata’ for their cultural and agricultural significance. The decision was made by the Cabinet led by Chief Minister Eknath Shinde ahead of the state elections. The statement highlighted the cow’s importance in Indian culture since the Vedic period. Native cows’ milk, cow dung, and urine are valued in Ayurveda, Panchgavya treatment, and organic farming. The move officially recognizes the significant role of indigenous cows in these areas.