Daily Current Affairs Quiz: September 07, 2024

September 7, 2024

When is International Literacy Day observed annually?

(A) September 1st
(B) September 8th
(C) October 8th
(D) October 26th

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Answer: B

Observed annually on September 8th across the globe.

Aim : to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and its role in empowering individuals and communities.
International Literacy Day was declared by UNESCO on October 26, 1966.
The first observance of International Literacy Day was held on September 8, 1967.

Where will the Vedic-3D museum be constructed?

(A) Allahabad
(B) Lucknow
(C) Varanasi
(D) Agra

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Answer: C

Current Context : Uttar Pradesh government will construct a Vedic-3D museum in Varanasi at the main building of the Sampurnanand Sanskrit University.

The museum will showcase the evolution of Vedic literature, highlighting the 16 Sanskars, 64 arts, and 18 Vidya Sthans as well as contributions of Indian sages.
It serve as a platform to revive the tradition of ‘Shastrartha'(spiritual discourse).

Which company is developing India's first Bio-Hydrogen project in partnership with Matrix Gas & Renewables Ltd.?

(A) Gensol Engineering Limited
(B) Tata Power
(C) Reliance Industries
(D) L&T Technology Services

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Answer: A

Current Context : Gensol Engineering Limited, in partnership with Matrix Gas & Renewables Ltd.,will develop India’s first Bio-Hydrogen project.

It is expected to be completed within 18 months, aligns with India’s National Green Hydrogen Mission and represents a significant step towards sustainable energy.

ABOUT BIO-HYDROGEN

Bio-hydrogen is generated using organic materials such as biomass or microorganisms.
It is considered a clean and renewable energy source, which has the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on fossil fuels.

Advantages of Bio-hydrogen

Renewable: Produced from organic materials and biomass, making it a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels.
Low Emissions: When used as a fuel, hydrogen only produces water vapor, which is an environmentally friendly emission.
Energy Density: Hydrogen has a high energy content per unit mass, which makes it a potent energy carrier.

Which of the following is a key feature of the 'Brindavan Gram' scheme launched by Madhya Pradesh government ?

(A) Establishment of new educational institutions
(B) Promotion of milk production and establishment of gaushalas
(C) Construction of new highways
(D) Development of tourism facilities

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Answer: B

Current Context : Madhya Pradesh government approved the ‘Brindavan Gram’ scheme, under which, ‘gaushalas’ and other schemes benefitting the villagers will be established.

Objective: To promote rural development and increase farmers’ incomes.

Key Features:

Establishment of gaushalas (cow sheds) in selected gram panchayats.
Promotion of milk production.
Implementation of roof-top solar policies in the selected villages.
One gram panchayat from each of the state’s 313 blocks will be selected and renamed ‘Brindavan Gram.

Statement I: The 6th meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation (JCDC) was held in Riyadh and focused on various aspects of military collaboration.
Statement II: India and Saudi Arabia formalized their diplomatic relations in 1947, and Saudi Arabia is one of India’s largest trading partners, with major exports including textiles and pharmaceuticals.
Which of the following is/are incorrect?

(A) I only
(B) II only
(C) Both I and II
(D) Neither I nor II

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Answer: D

Current Context : The 6th meeting of the India-Saudi Arabia Joint Committee on Defence Cooperation (JCDC) convened in Riyadh.

The discussion encompassed various aspects of military collaboration, including joint exercises, expert exchanges, training programs, and industry cooperation.

REALTIONS BETWEEN INDIA AND SAUDI ARABIA

India and Saudi Arabia have historical ties dating back to ancient trade routes.
Diplomatic relations were formalized in 1947 when India gained independence. Relations were further strengthened in the late 20th and early 21st centuries through strategic dialogues and high-level visits.
Trade Relations : Saudi Arabia is one of India’s largest trading partners.
- Major exports from India include textiles, pharmaceuticals, and machinery, while imports from Saudi Arabia primarily consist of crude oil and petrochemicals.

What is one of the goals of the 'VisioNxt' initiative?

(A) To create a new textile manufacturing plant
(B) To foster global competition and elevate Indian culture and design on the global stage
(C) To develop new textile machinery
(D) To promote local fashion shows only within India

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Answer: B

Current Context : Union Minister of Textiles, Shri Giriraj Singh launched the ‘VisioNxt Fashion Forecasting Initiative’ of National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT).

It is a bilingual web portal and the India-specific Fashion Trend Book ‘Paridhi 24×25.
VisioNxt initiative will foster healthy global competition and elevate Indian culture and design to new heights on the global stage,
VisioNxt—a Trend Insights and Forecasting Initiative—was conceived and established at NIFT Delhi (Creative Lab) and NIFT Chennai (Insights Lab), with the support of the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, in 2018.

What causes Valley Fever?

(A) A fungus called Coccidioides immitis
(B) A virus called Coccidioides
(C) A bacterium called Coccidioides
(D) A parasite called Coccidioides

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Answer: A

Current Context : Recently, a Valley fever, a fungal disease endemic rise in California.

ABOUT VALLEY FEVER

Valley Fever, also known as coccidioidomycosis, is an infection caused by a fungus called Coccidioides immitis or Coccidioides posadasii.
This fungus is found in the soil, primarily in arid and semi-arid regions of the southwestern United States, such as Arizona and California, as well as parts of Mexico and Central and South America.

Symptoms: fever, cough, and fatigue, joint pain, rash, chest pain

When was the SAMRIDH program launched?

(A) January 2020
(B) December 2019
(C) August 2021
(D) March 2022

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Answer: C

Current Context : The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) launches 2nd Cohort of Startup Accelerators of MeitY for Product Innovation, Development and Growth (SAMRIDH).

ABOUT SAMRIDH:

SAMRIDH is a flagship programme of MeitY for startups acceleration under National Policy on Software Products – 2019.
Launched in August 2021
Aim : to support 300 software product startups with outlay of ₹99 crore over a period of 4 years.
Implemented by MeitY Start-up Hub (MSH), Digital India Corporation (DIC).