Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 10, 2024

Answer: C

Current Context : Prime Minister Narendra Modi will inaugurate SEMICON India 2024 at the India Expo Mart in Uttar Pradesh’s Greater Noida on September 11.

• SEMICON India 2024 is being organised from September 11 to 13 with the theme “Shaping the Semiconductor Future”.
• The three-day conference will showcase India’s semiconductor strategy and policy which envisions making India a global hub for semiconductors.
• It will bring together global leaders, semiconductor industry experts, academia, and government officials.

ABOUT

• SEMICON refers to a series of global trade shows and conferences organized by SEMI (Semiconductor Equipment and Materials International), a global industry association serving the semiconductor and related industries.
• These events focus on the latest innovations, technologies, and trends in the semiconductor sector

Answer: D

Current Context : External Affairs Minister Dr. S. Jaishankar (EAM), visited Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, to attend the 1st ever India–GCC Joint Ministerial Meeting for Strategic Dialogue.

• This was the first meeting between India and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) at the Foreign Ministers level.

ABOUT

• The Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) is a political and economic alliance of six Middle Eastern countries located on the Arabian Peninsula.
• The member states are:
  • Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
• Established on May 25, 1981 in Riyadh.
• Objective: To promote economic, security, cultural, and social cooperation between the six states and hold a summit every year to discuss cooperation and regional affairs.
• Collectively, GCC countries hold nearly half of the world’s oil reserves.

INDIA AND GCC:

• The GCC is India’s largest regional trading partner.
• In FY2022–23, trade with GCC countries accounted for 15.8% of India’s total trade.
• The UAE is India’s leading trading partner within the GCC and the third-largest overall trading partner for India.
• Approximately9 million Indian expatriates live in GCC countries, making up about 66% of the Indian diaspora living abroad.

Answer: C

Current Context : The Indian Army and Indian Air Force signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya  for Enhanced Logistics Expertise

• It will enhance the skills and capability building of personnel in logistics operations.

ABOUT GATI SHAKTI 

• Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya is a pioneering institution focused exclusively on transportation and logistics.
• It aims to address the needs of the entire logistics sector, including Railways, shipping, ports, highways, roads, waterways, and aviation.
• The university’s programs are designed in collaboration with industry experts to ensure practical relevance and cutting-edge education.
• Established as a central university under the Gati Shakti Act, 2021.

Answer: A

Current Context : Union Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change presented the Swachh Vayu Sarvekshan award 2024.  

• Aim : to create stronger partnerships, increase investment, and share responsibility for overcoming air pollution, with the global theme of “Together for Clean Air.”

RANKINGS

• Under the first category (million-plus population) : Indore ranked first, followed by Agra and Thane.
• Second category (3-10 lakh population) : Amravati secured first rank followed by Moradabad and Guntur.
• Third category (less than 3 lakh population) : Parwanoo secured the first rank, followed by Kala Amb and Angul.

Answer: D

Current Context : 10-Day Onam Festival started with Atham In Kerala. 

About Atham : This is the first day of Onam, which begins with the Athachamayam parade. From this day onwards, the “Pookalam” (flower decorations) in the houses begin.

ABOUT ONAM FESTIVAL

• Onam is a major annual festival celebrated in the Indian state of Kerala, marking the harvest season and the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali.
• Celebrated to honor King Mahabali, a revered figure in Kerala’s mythology who is believed to visit his people during Onam.
• The festival lasts for ten days, with the main festivities taking place on Thiruvonam, the 8th day of the festival.

FESTIVE EVENTS:

• Vallamkali (Boat Races): Traditional snake boat races held in the backwaters of Kerala, attracting large crowds and showcasing teamwork and traditional craftsmanship.
• Pulikali: A folk dance where participants paint themselves as tigers and leopards, performing in groups to entertain the public.
• Athachamayam: The festival begins with a grand procession featuring traditional music, dance, and floats.

Answer: B

Current Context : Ministry of Commerce and Industry under the Business Reforms Action Plan (BRAP) released Ease of Doing Business Reforms ranking.

RELEVANT DATA :

Top performer states : Kerala ranked top, followed by Andhra Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, Tripura, and Uttar Pradesh.

Worst performers states : Arunachal Pradesh, Telangana, Punjab, and Puducherry.

• Odisha has reformed its mining sector,
• UP has begun promoting investment,
• Maharashtra is attracting Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) by improving infrastructure
• Sikkim is adding value to organic farming,

Answer: C

Current Context : Randhir Singh, a five-time Olympian and sports administrator, became the first Indian to become president of the Olympic Council of Asia (OCA).

• He will serve from 2024 to 2028.
• He was Indian Olympic Association secretary-general (1987-2012) and IOC member (2001-14).

ABOUT OLYMPIC COUNCIL OF ASIA (OCA) :

• The Olympic Council of Asia (OCA) is a key organization within the Olympic movement responsible for promoting and organizing Olympic sports across the Asian continent.
• Established : on February 4, 1982.
• Objective : To promote and develop Olympic sports in Asia, organize continental multi-sport events, and support the development of sports across the Asian region.
• Headquarters : Kuwait City, Kuwait
• Members: 45 member countries

Answer: D

Current Context : At the Paris 2024 Paralympic Games, India made history with their best-ever performance, winning a total of 29 medals, comprising seven gold, nine silver, and 13 bronze medals.

• This surpasses their previous record of 19 medals at Tokyo 2020.

WINNERS LIST :