Summits and Conferences in Current Affairs MCQs

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Union Minister of Women & Child Development Smriti Irani revealed the logo and website for the Alliance for Global Good – Gender Equity and Equality in a ceremony attended by Bill Gates and Chandrajit Banerjee. Emphasizing India’s leadership in women’s empowerment, Irani highlighted international support garnered at Davos. Launched at Davos 2024, the alliance aligns with PM Narendra Modi’s vision for women-led development. Focused on SDGs, it seeks to consolidate practices, exchange knowledge, and attract investments in women’s health, education, and entrepreneurship.

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The 17th Annual International Biocuration Conference (AIBC-2024) is set to take place at the National Capital Region (NCR) Biotech Science Cluster in Faridabad, India. The venue, comprising the Indian Biological Data Centre (IBDC) and the Regional Centre for Biotechnology (RCB), offers a comprehensive platform for scientific discussions and collaboration during the conference.

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The Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs (IICA) hosted a webinar on “Viksit Bharat: Corporate Governance for 2047” on March 7, 2024. Viksit Bharat is the Government of India’s vision to make India a developed nation by 2047. The vision includes many aspects of development, such as economic growth, social progress, environmental sustainability, and good governance.

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South Korea hosted the 3rd Summit for Democracy in Seoul from 18-20 March 2024, initiated by President Joe Biden in 2021 to combat authoritarianism and uphold human rights. South Korean President Yoon Suk Yeol and US Secretary of State Antony Blinken opened the summit. Previously, the 1st was held virtually in 2021, with over 100 countries attending, and the 2nd in 2023, co-hosted with multiple nations in virtual mode, with 121 world leaders invited.

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The 2nd Employment Working Group (EWG) meeting, led by Brazil, convened in Brasilia with India’s participation. Ms. Sumita Dawra, Secretary of Labour & Employment, India, co-chairs alongside Brazil and South Africa. The meeting’s focus includes quality employment, just transition amidst digital transformations, technology’s role in enhancing life quality, and gender equity in workplaces. The Indian delegation emphasized inclusivity, advocating for equal representation and empowerment irrespective of demographics.

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World Meteorological Day on March 23 commemorates the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) in 1950, recognizing meteorologists’ vital role. Recently, a METOC seminar named “Meghayan-24” was organized by the School of Naval Oceanology & Meteorology and Indian Naval Meteorological Analysis Centre. Admiral R Hari Kumar emphasized the urgency of addressing climate change, aligning with WMO’s theme “At the Frontline of Climate Action.” Indian Navy commits to sustainable policies integrating climate considerations into security strategies.

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Indian and Nepalese Sanskrit scholars unite to enhance Sanskrit research and education. The three-day Nepal-India International Sanskrit Conclave in Kathmandu, organized by Niti Anusandhan Pratisthan, Nepal, along with Delhi’s Central Sanskrit University and India Foundation, saw over 120 experts participating. A five-point resolution includes annual conferences, a study center for unpublished Sanskrit manuscripts, support for gurukuls’ development, joint research, and training programs. The initiative aims to strengthen cultural ties and preserve Sanskrit heritage.

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The 2nd INSA-NCGG LEADS program, held in New Delhi from April 1-7, 2024, is a collaborative effort between the Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and the National Centre for Good Governance (NCGG). It aims to cultivate future leaders in science and technology, promoting visionary leadership and scientific excellence in India. Professors and scientists from various prestigious institutions participate, supported by NCGG’s governance training and INSA’s scientific excellence promotion.

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The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) developed a novel hydrogel to remove microplastics from water. This hydrogel, with a unique polymer network, binds and degrades microplastics using UV light. It comprises three polymer layers: chitosan, polyvinyl alcohol, and polyaniline, combined with copper substitute polyoxometalate nanoclusters acting as catalysts. Microplastics, typically less than 5mm, are categorized as primary (from commercial products) and secondary (resulting from larger plastic breakdown due to environmental factors).

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The 23rd session of the UN Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues convened in New York, advising the UN Economic and Social Council since its establishment in 2000. It addresses various indigenous concerns like development, culture, environment, education, health, and human rights. The Forum’s role includes providing expert guidance to the UN, fostering awareness, coordinating activities, and disseminating information.