Daily Current Affairs Quiz: May 27, 2024

ANSWER: A

Celebrated on May 28 every year since 1987.

Theme : “Imagine a gender equal world”.

Objective : focus on improving healthcare for women, start conversations on the importance of abortion rights, HIV/AIDS, poverty.

About

• In the year 1987, during the Women’s meeting in Costa Rica, the Latin American and Caribbean Women’s Health Network (LACWHN) decided that May 28 should be observed as International Day of Action for Women’s Health.

ANSWER: B

Current Context : The UN General Assembly proclaimed 24 May the International Day of the Markhor.

• This day is celebrated for the first time in 2024.
• A resolution was sponsored by the Pakistan and eight other countries to celebrate this day.
• Objective : to raise awareness and promote the conservation of the Markhor.
• It is an iconic and ecologically significant species native to the mountainous regions of Central and South Asia.

ABOUT MARKHOR

• The Markhor (Capra falconeri), also known as the “screw-horned goat,” is the national animal of Pakistan.
• It is a majestic wild goat known for its striking spiral-shaped horns which can grow up to 1.6 meters (5.2 feet) in length, making them the largest horns of any living caprid species.

ANSWER: B

Current Context : The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) is hosting “Pharma Research in AyurGyan and Techno Innovation (PRAGATI-2024)” in New Delhi on 28 May 2024.

Objective : to maximize the potential of Ayurveda stakeholders in drug and device development by connecting researchers and industrial partners involved in manufacturing Ayurveda formulations and technological innovations.

• It focuses on exploring research opportunities and fostering collaboration between CCRAS and the Ayurveda drug industry.
• A Collaborative Initiative by CCRAS to Propel Ayurveda Research and Industry.

ABOUT CCRAS

• Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), an autonomous body under the Ministry of AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga & Naturopathy, Unani, Siddha and Homeopathy), Government of India.
• Objective : To attain global leadership in research for treatment and prevention of emerging important lifestyle related disease and health requirement.
• Established in 1971.

ANSWER: C

Current Context : Payal Kapadia wins Grand Prix Award for her film ‘All We Imagine as Light’.

• For the first time in 30 years an Indian film, Payal Kapadia’s ‘All We Imagine as Light’ which centers around the lives of two nurses, was nominated for the Palme d’or, the highest award in the festival.
• With this win she becomes the first Indian to bag this prestigious award.
• This comes after 30 years when Shaji N Karun’s ‘Swaham’ competed for highest honour.
• Her film was granted official Indo-French co production status by the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting, under the signed Audio-Visual treaty between India and France.

ANSWER: D

Current Context : Arti, an 18-year-old woman from the Bahraich district of Uttar Pradesh, has been honored with the prestigious Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award from King Charles III of the United Kingdom.

• Event held at the iconic Buckingham Palace in London, England.
• Arti was honored for her inspiring work through the government’s Pink E-rickshaw initiative, which has encouraged and motivated other young girls in her locality to pursue their dreams and become self-reliant.

ABOUT AWARD

• The Amal Clooney Women’s Empowerment Award, named after the renowned English barrister Amal Clooney and is sponsored by the British charity Prince Trust International.
• It was started by King Charles when he was the Prince of Wales
• Objective : honors the remarkable achievements of young women who have overcome significant obstacles to make a lasting positive impact on those around them.

ANSWER: A

Current Context : The International Olympic Committee (IOC) Launches ‘Let’s Move India’ Campaign to Inspire People to Celebrate Athletes at Paris Olympics.

• It is a collaboration of Reliance Foundation and Abhinav Bindra Foundation.
• Objective : to inspire people to celebrate the athletes participating in the upcoming Olympic Games in Paris and encourage to participate in physical activity.
• During this event young people can take part in a series of regional school initiatives to coincide with Olympic Day on June 23.

Answer: C

Current Context : Second edition of AI Summit was held in Seoul, South Korea on 21 – 22 May 2024.

• Republic of Korea and United Kingdom co-hosted the AI event.
• Tech companies have agreed on a set of safety commitments on artificial intelligence (AI)including OpenAI, Mistral, Amazon, Anthropic, Google, Meta, Microsoft, and IBM.
• It discussed concerns such as job security, copyright and inequality.

ANSWER: B

Current Context :  International Cricket Council (ICC) appointed Pakistani cricketer Shahid Afridi as ICC Men’s T20 World Cup Brand Ambassador.

• He is appointed as the brand ambassador for the upcoming 9th ICC Men’s T20.
• This tournament will be co-hosted by the West Indies and the United States of America from 1st to 29th June 2024.
• In tournament he will joins Indian cricketer Yuvraj Singh, Chris Gayle of west Indies and Jamaican Sprinter Usain Bolt as brand ambassadors for the event.

ANSWER: A

Current Context :  Ekta Bhyan Secures Gold Medal in Women’ F51 Club Throw Competition at World Para Athletic Championship.

• Kashish Lakra took the silver with an effort of 56 metre, Nadjet Boucherf of Algeria won the bronze with a score of 12.70 metre.
• India ended their World Para Athletics Championships campaign with unprecedented success, securing 17 medals, including 6 gold, 5 Silver and 6 Bronze.

SIX GOLD WINNERS

• Deepthi Jeevanji (Women’s 400m)
• Sachin Khilari (Men’s Shot put)
• Simran (Women’s 200 m)
• Sumit Antil ( Men’s Javelin)
• Ekta Bhyan (Women’s Club Throw)
• Thangavelu Mariyappan (men’s high jump T63)