Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 02, 2024

Answer: C

Celebrated annually on 3 December

• Aim : to raise awareness of disability issues and promote the rights and well-being of persons with disabilities​
• Theme : “Amplifying the leadership of persons with disabilities for an inclusive and sustainable future.”

Answer: B

Current Context : The Minister of State for Communications provided details regarding Digital Bharat Nidhi to a question in Rajya Sabha.

About Digital Bharat Nidhi

• Initially known as Universal Service Obligation Fund (USOF).
• Established under the Indian Telegraph (Amendment) Act, 2003.
• Renamed to Digital Bharat Nidhi by the Telecommunications Act, 2023​

Objective : Promote access to telecommunication services in underserved rural, remote, and urban areas.

• Support inclusive and affordable telecom services​

Operates under the Department of Telecommunications (DoT), Ministry of Communications.

Answer: B

Current Context : Koraga tribal community in Kerala is set to receive land titles under Operation Smile project.

About koraga tribe

Habitat

• Found primarily in Kasaragod district (Kerala)and Karnataka.
• Classified as a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG).

PVTG Classification

• PVTGs identified by the Ministry of Home Affairs.
• India has 75 recognized PVTGs.
• Scheduled Tribe Status : Recognized as a Scheduled Tribe under the Presidential Order of 1956.
• Language : Primarily speak Tulu, but have their independent language.
• Traditional Occupation : Known for basket weavingas a traditional livelihood.

About Operation Smile :  It is a Kerala government initiative to rehabilitate and support homeless people, including tribal communities.

Answer: A

Current Context : Recently, World Food Programme (WFP) Released ‘Global Outlook for 2025’ Report.

• It provides updates on global food security & highlights solutions WFP can offer to respond to crises, and tackle root causes of hunger.

Relevant Data

Global Hunger Crisis

• 343 million people across 74 countries are acutely food insecure.
• 9 million are on the brink of starvation.

Key Drivers of Hunger

• Armed violence: Affects 14 out of 16 hunger hotspots (e.g., Sudan, Gaza).
• Other factors: Food inflation, extreme weather events, and fragile governance.
• 65%of acutely food-insecure people live in fragile/conflict-affected situations.

Funding Requirement

• The WFP requires $16.9 billion to assist 123 million vulnerable people in 2025.

India-Specific Data

1. Malnutrition and Poverty
   1. 25%of the world’s undernourished population resides in India.
   2. 25%of the population lives on less than $1.90/day.
   3. 38% of childrenaged 6-59 months suffer from chronic malnutrition.

About the World Food Programme (WFP)

Establishment

1. Founded in 1961by the UN General Assembly and FAO.
2. HQ: Rome, Italy.

Operations

1. Active in 120+ countries.
2. Largest humanitarian agency addressing hunger and building resilience.

Recognition

1. Awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 2020.

Answer: B

Current Context : India has been re-elected to U.N. Peacebuilding Commission for 2025–2026.

About U.N. Peacebuilding Commission

Established in 2005 to support post-conflict recovery and peacebuilding efforts.

Composition

• 31 Member States, elected from the General Assembly, Security Council, and ECOSOC.
• Includes major financial and troop-contributing countriesto the UN system.

Mandate

• Advise on recovery strategies, reconstruction, and institution-building.
• Ensure sustainable developmentin conflict-affected regions.
• Bridge coordination among UN entities and stakeholders​

India’s Role

• Re-elected for 2025–2026as a founding member.
• Among the largest contributorsto UN Peacekeeping (6,000 personnel).
• Highest sacrifices: 180 Indian peacekeepers have lost their lives in service.

Answer: D

Current Context : At the December 2024 talks in Busan, South Korea, nearly 200 countries failed to meet their self-imposed deadline to finalize the Global Plastic treaty.

About Global Plastic Treaty ​

• It is an ambitious international agreement aimed at combating plastic pollution.
• It will be a legally binding treaty, negotiated under the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP).
• Aim : to address the entire life cycle of plastic, including production, consumption, recycling, and waste management, with a focus on reducing plastic pollution globally.
• Core Elements: The treaty includes provisions for reducing plastic production, advancing recycling technologies, and improving waste management systems, while supporting a transition for informal waste sectors and promoting sustainable alternatives

Answer: B

Current Context : Recently, central government approved loans for development of Ramappa Circuit under the SASCI scheme (Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0).

About Ramappa Temple

• Also called Kakatiya Rudreshwara Temple, located in Telangana.
• Recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
• Built during the Kakatiya period (1123–1323 CE)under Rudradeva and Recharla Rudra.

Architecture

• Constructed with sandstone, decorated granite, and dolerite beams and pillars.
• Features a pyramidal Vimana made of lightweight porous bricks.
• Follows the Chalukyan Vesara architectural style.

About Swadesh Darshan Scheme 2.0

• Objective: Develop sustainable and responsible tourism destinations in partnership with states/UTs, emphasizing community participation and infrastructure enhancement​
• Destination-Centric: Covers 57 destinations across 32 states/UTs, focusing on categories like spiritual tourism, eco-tourism, and vibrant village programs​
• Vision: Transform lesser-known places into high-quality tourism hubs, aligning with global standards for economic growth and job creation.​

Answer: B

Current Context : Recently, Deputy Chief Minister Mukesh Agnihotri inaugurated ‘Eat Right’ fair at Ramlila Ground in Una.

About Fair :

• Focus on promoting local farm produce and food prepared by women self-help groups.
• Emphasized the importance of conserving and promoting traditional cuisines.
• The fair aimed to educate on healthy eating to prevent diseases.
• Government initiatives discussed for improving irrigation, farming infrastructure, and marketing.