Daily Current Affairs Quiz: December 25, 2024

Answer: C

Observed on December 26^th .

Aim: To honor the bravery and sacrifice of the Sahibzadas (sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji) – Zorawar Singh and Fateh Singh, who were martyred at a young age for their unwavering commitment to Sikhism.

Answer: A

Current Context : Justice V. Ramasubramanian, a retired Supreme Court judge, has been appointed as the new Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) of India.

• Justice Ramasubramanian served as a Supreme Court judge from September 23, 2019, until his retirement on June 29, 2023. Prior to this, he was the Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court and also served as a judge in the Madras and Telangana High Courts.
• NHRC Composition:The NHRC comprises a Chairperson, five full-time Members, and seven deemed Members. The Chairperson is typically a former Chief Justice of India or a retired Supreme Court judge.
• Selection Process:The NHRC Chairperson is appointed by the President based on recommendations from a committee that includes the Prime Minister, the Lok Sabha Speaker, the Home Minister, and Leaders of the Opposition in both Houses of Parliament.

Answer: A

Current Context : Sriram Krishnan, an Indian-American technologist, has been appointed as the Senior Policy Advisor for Artificial Intelligence (AI) at the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) under President-elect Donald Trump’s administration.

• As the Senior Policy Advisor for AI at OSTP, Krishnan will collaborate closely with David Sacks, designated as the administration’s “AI and Crypto Czar.” His responsibilities include shaping and coordinating AI policy across the government to ensure continued American leadership in the field.
• He was born and raised in Chennai, India, Krishnan’s interest in technology began in the late He pursued his education at SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST).

Answer: C

Current Context : The Vice-President of India, Shri Jagdeep Dhankhar, recently conferred the Chaudhary Charan Singh Awards 2024, recognizing exceptional contributions in agriculture, rural development, and journalism.

• The awardees are:
• Kalam Ratna Award: Presented to Ms. Neerja Chowdhury for her dedication to insightful journalism.
• Sewa Ratna Award: Conferred upon Rajendra Singh, known as the “Waterman of India,” for his pioneering efforts in water conservation.
• Krishak Utthan Award: Awarded to Dr. Firoz Hossain for advancing agricultural research and innovation.
• Kisan Award: Bestowed upon Mr. Pritam Singh for his contributions to agricultural excellence.
• These awards, instituted by the Kisan Trust—founded by former Prime Minister Chaudhary Charan Singh—aim to honor individuals who have made remarkable contributions to agriculture, rural development, and journalism.

Answer: B

Current Context : The Dr. Ambedkar Samman Scholarship Yojana is a recently announced initiative by AAP national convener and former Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal.

Aim :  to provide comprehensive financial support to Dalit students from Delhi who secure admission to top international universities for higher education.

Key Features of the Scheme:

• Comprehensive Financial Coverage: The scholarship will cover all expenses, including tuition fees, travel costs, and accommodation, ensuring that financial constraints do not hinder deserving students from pursuing education abroad.
• Eligibility: Dalit students residing in Delhi who gain admission to prestigious foreign universities are eligible. The scheme also extends to children of Dalit government employees.
• Objective: The initiative seeks to honor Dr. B.R. Ambedkar’s legacy by facilitating access to quality education for marginalized communities, thereby promoting social equity and empowerment.

Answer: B

Current Context : The Sahayog–Hop Tac is a joint maritime exercise conducted between the Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and the Vietnam Coast Guard (VCG).

• Held at Kochi, Kerala, in December 2024.
• Aim : to enhance maritime cooperation and interoperability between the two forces.
• The exercise spanned four days, with the VCG ship CSB 8005 visiting Kochi for the event.

Answer: C

Current Context : Bihar is set to host the Women’s Kabaddi World Cup 2025 in March, marking its second time hosting this prestigious event after the inaugural tournament in 2012.

• The tournament will be held at the Rajgir Sports Academy, featuring an indoor stadium with a seating capacity of 5,000 spectators.
• Participation:A total of 14 countries are expected to compete, including:
• Asian Nations:India, China, Japan, South Korea, Nepal, and potentially Pakistan.
• Other Regions:Teams from Europe, Africa, and South America, with countries like Poland and Argentina anticipated to participate.

Bihar previously hosted the first Women’s Kabaddi World Cup in 2012 at the Patliputra Sports Complex in Patna, where India emerged victorious against Iran in the final.

Answer: A

Current Context : The theme for the Republic Day Parade 2025 has been announced as ‘Swarnim Bharat: Virasat aur Vikas’ (Golden India: Heritage and Development).

• Participating States/UTs:Andhra Pradesh, Bihar, Chandigarh, Dadra & Nagar Haveli and Daman & Diu, Goa, Gujarat, Haryana, Jharkhand, Karnataka, Madhya Pradesh, Punjab, Tripura, Uttarakhand, Uttar Pradesh, West Bengal.
• Selection Process:Conducted by an Expert Committee with professionals from art, culture, music, and architecture, ensuring transparency and merit-based decisions.
• Significance:Highlights India’s rich heritage and development journey, celebrating cultural inclusiveness and progress.