Daily Current Affairs Quiz: June 9-10, 2024
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1. Recently, CSC SPV signed an MoU with which ministry to convert 10,000 FPOs into CSCs?
[A] Ministry of Agriculture
[B] Ministry of Communications
[C] Ministry of Defence
[D] Ministry of MSMEs
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Correct Answer: A [Ministry of Agriculture]
Notes:
An MoU was signed between CSC SPV and the Ministry of Agriculture to convert 10,000 FPOs into Common Service Centres (CSCs). This initiative aims to enhance rural development and digital empowerment by enabling FPOs to offer various citizen-centric services through the Digital Seva Portal. This move, part of a scheme launched in 2020, will provide training, increase employment, and support sustainable incomes for farmers.
2. What is the theme of ‘World Oceans Day 2024’?
[A] Planet Ocean: Tides are Changing
[B] Awaken New Depth
[C] Revitalization: Collective Action for the Ocean
[D] The Ocean: Life and Livelihoods
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Correct Answer: B [Awaken New Depth]
Notes:
World Oceans Day 2024, celebrated on June 8th, aims to raise awareness about the importance of oceans and their conservation. The theme, “Awaken New Depths,” focuses on the impact of human activity on marine environments and promotes sustainable ocean management. Events and campaigns worldwide support this cause, with the United Nations hosting the main celebration at its New York Headquarters.
3. A J T Johnsingh, who recently passed away, belonged to which field?
[A] Wildlife conservationist
[B] Entertainer
[C] Poet
[D] Politician
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Correct Answer: A [Wildlife conservationist ]
Notes:
Distinguished Indian wildlife conservationist and biologist A J T Johnsingh passed away at 78 in Bengaluru on June 7, 2024. Born in Tamil Nadu’s Western Ghats, he was influenced by Jim Corbett’s tales. Johnsingh joined the Wildlife Institute of India and played key roles in tiger conservation and various organizations. His research focused on diverse species, and he authored over 70 scientific papers and 80 popular articles on wildlife conservation.
4. Recently, who won the gold medal in the men’s 10m air pistol event at the ISSF World Cup 2024 in Munich, Germany?
[A] Saurabh Chaudhary
[B] Divyansh Singh
[C] Sarabjot Singh
[D] Abhishek Verma
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Correct Answer: C [Sarabjot Singh]
Notes:
Sarabjot Singh won India’s first medal at the ISSF World Cup in Munich, Germany, held from May 31 to June 8, 2024. He scored 242.7 points to win gold in the men’s 10-meter air pistol event. Shuaihang Bu of China won silver, and Germany’s Robin Walter took bronze. Sift Kaur Samra secured a bronze in the women’s 50-meter rifle event. India is third in the medal tally with two medals.
5. Mongla Port, recently seen in news, is located in which country?
[A] Bangladesh
[B] Myanmar
[C] Sri Lanka
[D] India
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Correct Answer: A [Bangladesh]
Notes:
India aims to operate Mongla Port in Bangladesh and build a new terminal to counter China’s regional influence. Mongla, the second largest seaport in Bangladesh, is strategically located 62 km from the Bay of Bengal, protected by the Sundarban forest. India’s interest in Mongla will improve access and reduce transportation costs to northeastern states like Assam and Tripura. India Ports Global Limited has expressed interest, following the 2015 MoU for transit.
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Pallavi
June 10, 2024 at 12:23 pmKpsc c