Daily Current Affairs Quiz: August 08, 2024

Answer: B

Also known as August Kranti Day, observed annually on August 8th

• This day serves as a reminder of the power of non-violent resistance and civil disobedience in achieving social and political change, in addition to underscoring the values of democracy, freedom, and unity.
• On August 8, 1942, during the All India Congress Committee session in Bombay, the Quit India Resolution was adopted, demanding an end to British rule. Gandhi’s clarion call, “Do or Die,” resonated throughout the country, urging Indians to engage in non-violent resistance against colonial authorities.

Answer: D

Current Context : A deadly strain of mpox variant, previously confined to the Democratic Republic of Congo, has been spreading fast in Kenya and multiple African countries,

Burundi and Rwanda were among the countries that reported mpox virus for the first time recently.

ABOUT MPOX

• Mpox is a zoonotic disease caused by Monkeypox virus, which is part of the same family as the virus that causes smallpox.
• Symptoms: flu-like symptoms such as fever, chills, and swollen lymph nodes.
• Transmission : by direct contact with an infected person or animal, their body fluids or during physical contact.
• The virus can enter the body through broken skin, respiratory tract, eyes, nose, or mouth.

ANSWER: D

Current Context : The third largest tiger reserve in the country is set to come up in Chhattisgarh after government gave approval to notify the Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve comprising Guru Ghasidas National Park and Tamor Pingla wildlife sanctuary.

• Named Guru Ghasidas-Tamor Pingla Tiger Reserve — after integrating the regions of Guru Ghasidas National Park and Tamor Pingla Sanctuary located in the districts of Manendragarh-Chirmiri-Bharatpur, Koriya, Surajpur, and Balrampur,
• Currently, Chhattisgarh has three tiger reserves — Indravati in Bijapur district, Udanti-Sitanadi in Gariaband and Achanakmar in Mungeli.
• Largest tiger reserve in the country – Nagarjunsagar Srisailam Tiger Reserve of Andhra Pradesh with an area spread over 3,296.31 sq km.
• Second largest tiger reserve in the country – Assam’s Manas Tiger Reserve with an area of 2,837.1 sq km.

ABOUT GURU GHASIDAS-TAMOR PINGLA TIGER RESERVE

Location:  located in the northern part of Chhattisgarh, covering the districts of Bilaspur, Korba, and Raigarh.

Area: It spans approximately  2,829.387 sq.km, making it the third-largest tiger reserve in India.

ANSWER: C

Current Context : Recently,  Indian government has announced that scientists, engineers of Chandrayaan-3, Govindarajan Padmanabhan and others have been awarded with the Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar.

ABOUT

• The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar (National Science Award) is an award conferred by the Government of India to recognize and honor outstanding contributions to the field of science and technology.
• Aims : to acknowledge and reward individuals and institutions for their significant contributions to scientific research, development, and promotion of science in India.
• Awarding Body: The award is presented by the Ministry of Science and Technology, Government of India.
• The Rashtriya Vigyan Puraskar has been given in the following 13 domains, namely: Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Mathematics & Computer Science, Earth Science, Medicine, Engineering Sciences, Agricultural Science, Environmental Science, Technology & Innovation, Atomic Energy, Space Science and Technology, and others.

RELATED AWARDS

• Shanti Swarup Bhatnagar Prize: Another prestigious award given for outstanding contributions in science and technology in India.
• Padma Awards: Recognize exceptional contributions in various fields, including science and technology.

ANSWER: B

Current Context : The Boilers Bill, 2024 was introduced in Rajya Sabha  to replace the century-old Boilers Act, 1923.

• The new bill to replace a 100-year-old law aims to improve trust by decriminalising 3 out of 7 offences and ensuring speedy redressal for all non-criminal offences.
• For Ease of Doing Business (EoDB), the Bill will benefit boiler users, including those in the MSME sector, as provisions related to decriminalisation have been incorporated in the Bill.

About Boiler: A device used to generate steam or hot water by heating water or other fluids under pressure. The generated steam or hot water is then used for power generation, heating, or other industrial processes.

ABOUT BOILERS BILL 2024

• Aims to modernize and streamline the regulation of boilers and pressure vessels in India.
• It is aimed at ensuring the safe operation of boilers to prevent accidents and ensure compliance with safety standards.

ANSWER: A

Current Context : The 5th AITIGA Joint Committee and related meetings for review of ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) were held in ASEAN Secretariat, Jakarta, Indonesia.

 ABOUT

• The ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement (AITIGA) is a significant trade pact aimed at enhancing economic cooperation between the ten member states of Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) and India.
• Aim : to boost trade in goods between ASEAN member states and India by reducing tariffs, simplifying trade procedures, and fostering economic integration.
• It was signed at the 7th ASEAN Economic Ministers-India Consultations in Bangkok, Thailand in 2009.
• The 4th Joint Committee meeting for the review of AITIGA (ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement) was held in Putrajaya, Malaysia

ANSWER: C

Current Context : Central Government has declared Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka and Choolannuar in Kerala as Peacock Sanctuary.

About Choolannuar Peacock Sanctuary(Kerala)

• Location: situated in the Palakkad district of Kerala, India, near the Western Ghats.
• Area: It covers an area of approximately 30 square kilometers.

Habitat :

• Peafowl Habitat: The sanctuary provides a critical habitat for peafowls, offering a protected environment where they can thrive.
• Flora and Fauna: Apart from the peafowl, the sanctuary supports diverse wildlife including deer, wild boar, and numerous bird species. The vegetation includes dense forests and grasslands.

Adichunchanagiri Peacock Sanctuary (Karnataka)

• Location: situated in the Nagamangala Taluk of Mandya District in Karnataka, in the southern part of India.
• Area: It covers approximately 2.4 square kilometers.

ANSWER: B

Current Context : President Droupadi Murmu received Fiji’s highest civilian honor, the ‘Companion of the Order,‘ recognizing the strong India-Fiji ties.

This honour is a reflection of the deep ties of friendship between India and Fiji,”

ABOUT THE AWARD: COMPANION OF THE ORDER OF FIJI

• It is one of the highest honors awarded by Fiji.
• It is given to individuals who have made significant contributions to Fiji or who have demonstrated exemplary service and leadership in various fields.
• The award recognizes outstanding achievements and contributions in areas such as diplomacy, humanitarian work, and international relations.

Diplomatic relations between India and Fiji were formally established in 1970 when Fiji gained independence. Since then, the relationship has grown through various diplomatic engagements.

Trade between India and Fiji : with India exporting goods such as pharmaceuticals, machinery, and textiles to Fiji. Fiji exports products like sugar and mineral water to India.

ABOUT FIJI

• Location: Fiji is an archipelago in the South Pacific Ocean, situated northeast of New Zealand’s North Island.
• It consists of more than 330 islands, with two major islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, making up the majority of the landmass.
• Government Structure: Parliamentary democracy with a President as the Head of State and a Prime Minister as the Head of Government.
• Languages: The official languages are Fijian, Hindi, and English. Fijian and Hindi are widely spoken, reflecting the country’s ethnic diversity
• Currency : Fijian Dollar, abbreviated as

ANSWER: C

Current Context : Indian wrestler, Vinesh Phogat announced her retirement from wrestling, following her disqualification from the Paris Olympic.

• She was disqualified after being found 100 grams overweight during the weigh-in ahead of her gold medal match.

ABOUT VINESH PHOGAT

• Vinesh Phogat is a prominent Indian wrestler who has made significant contributions to the sport both in India and internationally.
• Born on August 25, 1994 in Balali village, Haryana
• Achievements:
  • Asian Games: She won a gold medal in the 50 kg weight category at the 2018 Asian Games held in Jakarta, Indonesia.
  • Asian Wrestling Championships: Vinesh has won multiple medals, including gold, at the Asian Wrestling Championships.
  • Commonwealth Games: Gold medals at the 2014 and 2018 Commonwealth Games,
  • World Wrestling Championships: Bronze Medal in the 53 kg category held in Nur-Sulta, Kazakhstan in 2019

ANSWER: A

Current Context : After a devastating cloudburst 10 bodies have been recovered from the Sutlej and the Sunni dam area of Himachal Pradesh.

ABOUT SUNNI DAM

• Location : situated in the Shimla and Mandi district of Himachal Pradesh.
• Built on the Satluj River
• The dam plays a crucial role in controlling floods by regulating the flow of the Beas River during the monsoon season
• Irrigation: provide irrigation water to agricultural lands in the surrounding Shimla district.