Miscellaneous Current Affairs

President Droupadi Murmu presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards

The President of India, Smt Droupadi Murmu, presented the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards in New Delhi on December 7.

The Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards is an annual event that celebrates renowned leaders around 45 years of age. The awards honor the legacy and vision of Late Lakshmipat Singhania, a pioneering Indian industrialist, by annually acknowledging outstanding transformational leaders who have taken concrete steps to make our nation stronger.

Q: What is the main purpose of the Lakshmipat Singhania – IIM Lucknow National Leadership Awards?

a. To celebrate young leaders under 30 years old
b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age
c. To honor leaders from various industries
d. To recognize leaders with international acclaim

Ans : b. To acknowledge leaders around 45 years of age

Paul Lynch won the 2023 Booker Prize for his novel ‘Prophet Song.’

Irish writer Paul Lynch won the 2023 Booker Prize for his novel ‘Prophet Song.’ at a ceremony took place in London on November 26, 2023.

  • ‘Prophet Song’ presents a dystopian vision of Ireland under totalitarian rule.
  • Lynch aims to evoke radical empathy through his portrayal of a dystopian society.
  • The author, a 46-year-old who was previously the chief film critic of Ireland’s Sunday Tribune newspaper, emphasizes intense realism in his writing to help readers understand totalitarianism.

Q: Who won the 2023 Booker Prize for the novel ‘Prophet Song’?

a) Chetna Maroo
b) Paul Lynch
c) Chetan Bhagat
d) Arunditi Roy

Ans : b) Paul Lynch

Dr. S.S. Badrinath, the founder of Sankara Nethralaya, passed away

Dr. S.S. Badrinath, the founder of Sankara Nethralaya, passed away in Chennai on November 21, 2023, at the age of 83 due to illness.

  1. Born on February 24, 1940, Dr. Badrinath graduated from Madras Medical College in 1962 and pursued post-graduation in the United States.
  2. After returning to India in 1970, he worked with the Voluntary Health Services in Adyar and performed a cataract surgery on his spiritual guru Chandrasekara Saraswathi Swamigal, who was closely associated with the Sankara Mutt.
  3. Dr. Badrinath founded Sankara Nethralaya as a unit of the Medical Research Foundation in 1978.
  4. He received the Padma Shri in 1983 and the Padma Bhushan in 1999 for his contributions to the field of medicine.
  5. The institution he founded, Sankara Nethralaya, has become an iconic symbol of the progress of modern medicine.

Q.: Who is the founder of Sankara Nethralaya in Chennai?

A. Dr Rupesh Shah
B. Dr Naresh Trehan
C. Dr. S.S. Badrinath
D. Dr Prathap C. Reddy

Ans : C. Dr. S.S. Badrinath

Sheetal Mahajan becomes the first woman to skydive from 21,500 feet near Mount Everest

Shital Mahajan, a renowned Indian skydiver, achieved a significant milestone by becoming the first woman in the world to jump off a helicopter from the height of 21,500 ft in front of Mt Everest on November 13, 2023. She landed at Kalapatthar peak, the highest altitude at 17,444 ft, marking the highest altitude skydiving landing accomplished by a woman.

Shital Mahajan, aged 41, holds several skydiving records and is a recipient of the Padma Shri, the fourth highest Indian civilian award in 2001.

Q.: Who recently became the first woman in the world to jump off a helicopter from the height of 21,500 ft in front of Mt Everest?

a. Sonam Kapoor
b. Shital Mahajan
c. Swati Singh
d. Ankita Sharma

Ans : b. Shital Mahajan

33rd Conference of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) for Asia and Pacific from November 13, 2023, in New Delhi

The 33rd Conference of the World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) Regional Commission for Asia and Pacific will commence on November 13, 2023, in New Delhi.

  1. Delegates from 36 member countries, including India, along with senior officers from regional and international organizations, and representatives from the private sector and private veterinary organizations, will be present at the conference.
  2. The conference will address the challenges posed by the pandemic and emphasize the crucial role of Veterinary Services in building resilience and capacity for future challenges.
  3. Parshottam Rupala, the Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry, and Dairying, will inaugurate the four-day conference.
  4. The decision to host the event in New Delhi was made during the 90th General Session of the World Assembly of Delegates of the WOAH in Paris in May of the same year.

Q.: Where will the 33rd Conference of the WOAH Regional Commission for Asia and Pacific take place?

  • A) Paris
  • B) New Delhi
  • C) Tokyo
  • D) Beijing

Ans : B) New Delhi

Global Hunger Index (GHI) : India is ranked 111th out of 125 countries

In the 2023 GHI report, India is ranked 111th out of 125 countries with sufficient data. India’s GHI score is 28.7, indicating a serious level of hunger. The Global Hunger Index (GHI) is an annual publication that measures and tracks hunger on a global, regional, and country level. The 2023 Global Hunger Index report was jointly published by Concern Worldwide and Welthungerhilfe in October 2023. Check full report

The Indian government has rejected the 2023 GHI report, labeling it as “flawed” and “erroneous.” The report highlights that India has the highest child wasting rate in the world, at 18.7%, reflecting acute undernutrition.

MCQ on Global Hunger Index (GHI)

Q.: What is the primary purpose of the Global Hunger Index (GHI)?

a) To track global economic growth
b) To measure and track hunger on a global scale
c) To promote agricultural development
d) To calculate global poverty rates

Ans : b) To measure and track hunger on a global scale

Q.: In the 2023 GHI report, what is India’s ranking among the countries with sufficient data?

a) 28th
b) 111th
c) 125th
) 202th

Ans : b) 111th

World Food India 2023 : 3-5 November at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi

World Food India, is scheduled to take place at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi, from November 3 to November 5, 2023. The event is organized by the Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India.

  1. Event Objectives: World Food India aims to showcase, connect, and collaborate in various aspects of the global food value chain, including retail, processing, technology transfer, manufacturing, and cold chain logistics.
  2. Participants: The event is expected to bring together manufacturers, producers, food processors, investors, policymakers, and organizations from across the global food ecosystem.
  3. Investment Opportunities: It provides a platform for Indian and foreign investors to establish partnerships and strengthen industry and farmer linkages.
  4. India’s Potential: India’s strategic geographic location, large workforce, and favorable business environment position it as a promising hub for the global food economy. India is the largest producer of various agricultural commodities and has a vast consumer base of over 1.4 billion people.
  5. Event Highlights: The event will feature exhibitions, sector-specific seminars, country and state sessions, and offer opportunities to network and collaborate with Indian and international businesses.
  6. Culinary Experience: Visitors can also enjoy a diverse gastronomic experience at the ‘Food Street’ within the event, showcasing the best of the domestic and global food industry.

Q.: Who is organizing the event “World Food India 2023 “?

A. United Nations
B. Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India
C. World Food Organization
D. Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

Answer: B. Ministry of Food Processing Industries, Government of India

Iranian human rights activist Narges Mohammadi awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2023

Narges Mohammadi, an Iranian human rights activist, has been awarded the Nobel Peace Prize for 2023. She is recognized for her dedicated efforts in fighting against the oppression of women in Iran.

  • Despite her Nobel recognition, she remains incarcerated, making her the 19th woman to win the Nobel Peace Prize while in jail.
  • Narges Mohammadi is one of the prominent human rights activists in Iran.
  • She has a history of 13 arrests, five convictions, and a cumulative prison sentence of 31 years along with 154 lashes.
  • The Norwegian Nobel Committee decided to honor Narges Mohammadi for her advocacy of women’s rights and her commitment to promoting human rights and freedom for all.
  • The Nobel Peace Prize for 2023 is valued at approximately 1 million US dollars.
  • The award ceremony is scheduled to take place in Oslo on December 10th, which coincides with the death anniversary of Alfred Nobel, the founder of the Nobel Prizes.

MCQs

Q.: Why was Narges Mohammadi awarded the Nobel Peace Prize 2023?

a) For her contributions to literature
b) For her fight against the oppression of women in Iran
c) For her achievements in science and technology
d) For her work in the field of environmental conservation

Ans : b) For her fight against the oppression of women in Iran

Norwegian author Jon Fosse awarded Nobel Prize 2023 in Literature

Norwegian author Jon Fosse has been awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature for his innovative plays and prose.

  1. The Swedish Academy recognized Fosse as one of the most widely performed playwrights globally and noted his increasing recognition for his prose.
  2. Fosse’s work revolves around the human condition, regardless of genre.
  3. The Nobel Prize committee praised Fosse for presenting everyday situations that resonate with people’s lives.
  4. Fosse’s unique style involves a radical reduction of language and dramatic action to express powerful human emotions, such as anxiety and powerlessness, in simple terms.
  5. Jon Fosse joins a prestigious list of past Nobel Prize in Literature winners, including Toni Morrison and Ernest Hemingway.

Q.: Who was awarded the 2023 Nobel Prize in Literature for his innovative plays and prose?

a) Toni Morrison
b) Ernest Hemingway
c) Jon Fosse
d) William Shakespeare

Ans : c) Jon Fosse

Dr. R Ravi Kannan, a surgical oncologist from Assam, wins Ramon Magsaysay Award 2023

Dr. R Ravi Kannan, a surgical oncologist from Assam, has been honored with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2023.

  1. He received the award for his significant contributions in transforming cancer treatment in Assam, particularly through his people-centered and pro-poor initiatives.
  2. Dr. Kannan previously worked at the Cancer Institute in Chennai and later moved to Silchar in 2007 to become a part of the Cachar Cancer Hospital.
  3. The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation made the announcement of this prestigious award recently.

Ramon Magsaysay Award

The Ramon Magsaysay Award, established in 1957, is renowned for recognizing individuals who display integrity in governance, provide courageous service to the people, and demonstrate pragmatic idealism in democratic societies. It is often likened to the Nobel Prize of Asia.

Q.: Dr. R Ravi Kannan has been honored with the Ramon Magsaysay Award 2023. In which field does he specialize ?

a) Cardiology
b) Surgical Oncology
c) Pediatrics
d) Orthopedics

Ans : b) Surgical Oncology

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