Daily Current Affairs Quiz: November 11, 2024

Answer: B

It is observed on November 11^th .

Aim : to commemorate the birth anniversary of India’s first Education Minister, Maulana Abul Kalam Azad.

From 1947 to 1958, he was also the first education minister of independent India.

Additional Information related to Education in India :

• Article 21-A & RTE Act, 2009: Guarantees free, compulsory education for children (6-14 years); RTE Act implemented on April 1, 2010.
• NEP 2020: Approved on July 29, 2020, to revamp India’s education system for inclusivity and future readiness.
• PM SHRI Schools: Launched on Sept 7, 2022, to enhance 14,500 schools, with a ₹27,360 crore budget (2022-2027).
• Samagra Shiksha: Began April 1, 2021; promotes inclusive education and lasts until March 31, 2026.
• PRERNA: Pilot project launched in January 2024 for class IX-XII students; week-long experiential learning.
• ULLAS (NILP): 2022-2027 adult literacy program; aligns with NEP 2020 for adults 15+.
• NIPUN Bharat: Launched on July 5, 2021; aims for foundational literacy by Grade 3 (target 2026-27).
• Vidya Pravesh: Play-based module for Grade-I; launched July 29, 2021.
• Vidyanjali: School volunteer program started on Sept 7, 2021; fosters community involvement.
• DIKSHA: Launched on Sept 5, 2017, for teacher training; adaptable for state and institutional needs.
• SWAYAM Plus: Introduced on Feb 27, 2024; focuses on employability and industry-recognized courses.
• NISHTHA: Professional development for teachers; started Aug 21, 2019, transitioned online in 2020; expanded in 2021-22.
• NIRF: Ranking framework launched on Sept 29, 2015, to improve higher education quality.
• PM-Vidyalaxmi Scheme: Financial aid for top 860 institutions; budget ₹3,600 crore (2024-31).

Answer: C

Observed annually on November 12.

• Aim : to raise awareness about pneumonia as a leading infectious cause of death worldwide.
• Theme: “Championing the fight to stop pneumonia,” emphasizing prevention, treatment, and vaccination.

Answer: C

Current Context : Justice Sanjiv Khanna was sworn in as the 51^st  Chief Justice of India (CJI).

• He will hold the position for six months, retiring in May 2025.
• Justice Khanna, 64, is the son of former Delhi High Court judge Justice Dev Raj Khanna and the nephew of prominent former Supreme Court judge H R Khanna.

Answer: D

Current Context : The central government has announced that it will develop 100 climate-resilient coastal fishing villages across the country.

• Aim : to enhance the economic resilience of coastal communities impacted by climate change.
• The Centre would also allocate Rs 2 crore per village under the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana (PMMSY) for developing essential fisheries infrastructure.

About PMMSY

• Launch & Duration: Initiated in May 2020, to be implemented from FY 2020-21 to 2024-25.
• Objective: Comprehensive development of the fisheries sector for improved fish production, modernized infrastructure, and socio-economic welfare of stakeholders.
• Investment: Total funding of ₹20,050 crore, the highest ever in India’s fisheries sector.​
• Implementing Agency: Department of Fisheries under the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying.​

Answer: A

Current Context : The Indian Council of Agricultural Research-National Research Centre on Equines in Haryana has been granted Reference Laboratory status for Equine Piroplasmosis, showcasing its research capabilities and contributions to disease management.​

• This recognition is specifically for its expertise in Equine Piroplasmosis disease.
• Equine Piroplasmosis is caused by tick-borne protozoan parasites, affects horses, donkeys, mules, and zebras.

About WOAH

• Founded: 1924, originally known as the Office International des Epizooties (OIE).
• Renamed: Adopted the name “WOAH” in May 2022.
• Objective: To improve animal health and welfare globally through monitoring, disease information dissemination, and supporting veterinary services.
• Headquarters: Paris, France.
• Membership: 183 countries, including India.

Answer: B

Current Context : The government has invited comments on the draft Commercial Courts (Amendment) Bill, 2024.

Aim : to provide quicker and specialized adjudication of commercial disputes.

About Commercial Courts:

• Purpose: To handle commercial disputes involving transactions between merchants, banks, intellectual property, partnerships, insurance, etc., aiming for specialized and expedited adjudication.
• Legislation: The Commercial Courts Act, 2015, led to the establishment of Commercial Courts, Commercial Divisions, and Commercial Appellate Divisions within High Courts.
• Constitution: State governments, in consultation with High Courts, can set up these courts, while High Courts with original civil jurisdiction (e.g., Delhi, Bombay, Calcutta, and Madras) can have Commercial Divisions.
• Amendments: The Act was amended in 2018 to address procedural issues and facilitate faster case resolution, aiding India’s performance on the Ease of Doing Business index

Answer: C

Current Context : Exercise AUSTRAHIND has commenced in Pune, Maharashtra.

• This joint military exercise runs from 8th to 21st November 2024.
• Participants : It involves troops from India and Australia.
• The exercise takes place annually, alternating between the two nations. The last edition occurred in Australia in December 2023.

Answer: B

Current Context : Thanedhar Gram Panchayat in Shimla has been nominated for the National Panchayat Awards, specifically under the themes of “Clean and Green Village,” “Social Justice and Socially Secured Panchayat,” and “Panchayat with Good Governance”​

Award Categories:

• Deen Dayal Upadhyay Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar: Recognizes top-performing Gram Panchayats under specific themes related to LSDGs.
• Nanaji Deshmukh Sarvottam Panchayat Satat Vikas Puraskar: For Panchayats with the highest average scores across all themes.
• Gram Urja Swaraj Vishesh Panchayat Puraskar: Acknowledges Panchayats making significant contributions to renewable energy.
• The National Panchayat Awards are conferred by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj to recognize exemplary performance by Panchayati Raj Institutions (PRIs).
• Aim : to foster a competitive spirit among Panchayats to achieve the Localization of Sustainable Development Goals (LSDGs) by 2030.