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World Honey Bee Day is observed on May 20th

World Honey Bee Day is observed on May 20th to raise awareness about the importance of honeybees and other pollinators.

  • The day also commemorates Slovenian Anton Janša, born in 20 May, 1734, a pioneer of beekeeping. Slovenia values beekeeping highly, with a strong beekeeping tradition and a national motto reflecting this.
  • Honeybees are crucial pollinators, essential for over one-third of the world’s food crops.
  • Bees produce honey by collecting nectar from flowers, but their populations are declining due to habitat loss, pesticide use, and climate change.
  • Actions to protect bees include planting bee-friendly gardens, supporting local beekeepers, reducing pesticide use, and spreading awareness.

Q: When is World Honey Bee Day observed?

A) April 20th
B) May 20th
C) June 20th
D) July 20th

Ans : B) May 20th

Nikhat Zareen and Minakshi won gold medals in boxing at the Elorda Cup 2024

Indian boxers Nikhat Zareen and Minakshi won gold medals at the Elorda Cup 2024 in Astana, Kazakhstan on May 19, 2024.

  • Nikhat Zareen triumphed in the women’s 52 kg category, defeating Zhazira Urakbayeva of Kazakhstan 5-0.
  • Minakshi won in the women’s 48 kg category, beating Uzbekistan’s Rahmonova Saidahon 4-1.
  • Anamika (50 kg) and Manisha (60 kg) both earned silver medals. Anamika lost 1-4 to China’s Wu Yu, and Manisha was defeated 0-5 by Kazakhstan’s Viktoriya Grafeeva.
  • The Indian boxing team finished the Elorda Cup 2024 with a total of 12 medals: 2 gold, 2 silver, and 8 bronze.

Q: Who won the gold medal in the women’s 52 kg category boxing at the Elorda Cup 2024?

A) Anamika
B) Manisha
C) Minakshi
D) Nikhat Zareen

Ans : D) Nikhat Zareen

Q: Who won the gold medal in the women’s 48 kg category boxing at the Elorda Cup 2024?

A) Anamika
B) Manisha
C) Minakshi
D) Nikhat Zareen

Ans : C) Minakshi

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Men’s doubles title at the Thailand Open

Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Men’s doubles title at the Thailand Open Badminton tournament on May 19, 2024.

  • They defeated the Chinese pair Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi with scores of 21-15, 21-15.
  • To reach the final, the Indian duo beat Lu Ming-Che and Tang Kai-Wei of Chinese Taipei 21-11, 21-12.
  • This tournament is significant for Satwik and Chirag as they first won it in 2019, marking their first Superseries or Super 500 level victory.
  • The Indian pair is ranked world number three and were the top seeds in this tournament.

Q: Who won the Men’s doubles title at the Thailand Open 2024 Badminton tournament?

A) Lu Ming-Che and Tang Kai-Wei
B) Chen Bo Yang and Liu Yi
C) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
D) Lee Yong Dae and Yoo Yeon Seong

Ans : C) Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

Shyam Benegal’s film ‘Manthan’ to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival

Director Shyam Benegal’s film ‘Manthan,’ inspired by the milk cooperative movement of Verghese Kurien, will be screened at the Cannes Film Festival on 18 May 2024.

  • The 1976 film, restored in 4K, is the only Indian film to be featured in the Cannes Classic section this year.
  • The restoration was carried out by the Film Heritage Foundation, led by Shivendra Singh Dungarpur.
  • The premiere will be attended by actor Naseeruddin Shah, family members of the late actress Smita Patil, the film’s producers, and Shivendra Singh Dungarpur.

Q: Which director’s film ‘Manthan’ is set to be screened at the Cannes Film Festival on 18 May 2024?

A) Satyajit Ray
B) Shyam Benegal
C) Rajkumar Hirani
D) Mira Nair

Answer: B) Shyam Benegal

Q: What is the theme of the film ‘Manthan’?

A) Indian independence movement
B) Milk cooperative movement
C) Industrial revolution
D) Space exploration

Answer: B) Milk cooperative movement

Monsoon will arrive in Kerala towards the end of May : IMD

The India Meteorological Department (IMD) predicts the south-west monsoon will likely arrive in Kerala towards the end of this month (May 2024).

Kerala has been experiencing sporadic rains recently. These rains have significantly reduced the temperature in the state.

Q: Which monsoon normally set in over Kerala towards the end of May / first week of June every year?

A) North-east monsoon
B) South-west monsoon
C) Winter monsoon
D) Summer monsoon

Answer: B) South-west monsoon

World Telecommunication Day – May 17

World Telecommunication Day: Celebrated annually on May 17 since 1969 to commemorate the founding of ITU and the signing of the first International Telegraph Convention in 1865. Instituted by the Plenipotentiary Conference in Malaga-Torremolinos in 1973.

World Information Society Day: Established following the World Summit on the Information Society in November 2005. The UN General Assembly declared May 17 as World Information Society Day in March 2006, focusing on the importance of ICT and related issues raised by WSIS.

Q: When do we celebrate World Telecommunication and Information Society Day (WTISD)?

A) April 17
B) May 17
C) June 17
D) July 17

Answer: B) May 17

Indian Football Legend Sunil Chhetri announced his retirement

Sunil Chhetri, Indian football legend and current national team captain, announced his retirement. His final match will be against Kuwait on June 6, at the Salt Lake Stadium in Kolkata.

  • Chhetri debuted on June 12, 2005, against Pakistan.
  • He is India’s all-time top scorer with 94 goals in 150 international matches.
  • Chhetri is the third-highest active international goal-scorer, behind Cristiano Ronaldo and Lionel Messi.
  • His retirement marks the end of a significant era in Indian football, characterized by his passion, leadership, and remarkable achievements.

Q: When did Sunil Chhetri announce his retirement from international football?

A) After the 2023 AFC Asian Cup
B) After the match against Kuwait on June 6, 2024
C) After the 2024 FIFA World Cup
D) After the match against Pakistan on June 12, 2023

Ans : B) After the match against Kuwait on June 6, 2024

Q: What significant milestone does Sunil Chhetri hold in Indian football?

A) Most matches played
B) Youngest debutant
C) Highest goal-scorer
D) Most assists

Ans : C) Highest goal-scorer

Manika Batra became first Indian Women to break into top 25 of the world Women’s singles table tennis rankings.

Manika Batra became the first Indian woman to break into the top 25 of the world Women’s singles table tennis rankings.

  • She achieved a career-best ranking of 24.
  • This ranking followed her success in the Saudi Smash, where she reached the quarterfinals.
  • She equalled G. Sathyan’s record for the highest rank achieved by an Indian in singles table tennis.
  • Manika is a 2018 Commonwealth Games gold medallist in both individual and team categories.
  • She jumped 15 spots in the rankings following her performance in Jeddah.

Q: Who became the first Indian woman to break into the top 25 of the world Women’s singles table tennis rankings?

A) Suthirtha Mukherjee
B) Mouma Das
C) Manika Batra
D) Ankita Das

Ans : C) Manika Batra

Lawrence Wong sworn in as the Singapore Prime Minister

Singapore’s deputy leader Lawrence Wong was sworn in as the nation’s fourth Prime Minister on 15 May 2024. Fifty-one-year-old Wong succeeds 72-year-old Lee Hsien Loong, who stepped down after two decades at the helm.

Lee’s resignation marked the end of a family dynasty led by his father Lee Kuan Yew, Singapore’s charismatic first leader who transformed the colonial trading outpost into a business-friendly, affluent country during 31 years in office.

Since becoming an independent nation in 1965, Singapore has only had three Prime Ministers, all from the ruling People’s Action Party.

Q: Who was sworn in as Singapore’s fourth Prime Minister on 15 May 2024?

A) Lee Hsien Loong
B) Lawrence Wong
C) Lee Kuan Yew
D) Halimah Yacob

Ans : B) Lawrence Wong

IndiaSkills 2024, India’s biggest skill competition, started in New Delhi.

IndiaSkills 2024, India’s biggest skill competition, started on 15 May 2024 in New Delhi.

  1. Participants: Over 900 students from 30 states and Union territories are competing.
  2. Categories: Competitions are held in 61 different skill areas, ranging from traditional crafts to the latest technologies.
  3. Inauguration: Skill development Secretary Atul Kumar Tiwari inaugurated the event, highlighting its benefits for both youth and industries.
  4. Next Steps: Winners will train with top industry trainers to prepare for the WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France, in September.
  5. WorldSkills Details: The WorldSkills Competition will feature 1,500 competitors from over 70 countries.

Q: What is the next step for the winners of the IndiaSkills 2024 event?

a) They will receive monetary awards and certificates.
b) They will get the opportunity to study abroad.
c) They will train with top industry trainers to prepare for the WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France.
d) They will be offered immediate employment in top companies.

Ans : c) They will train with top industry trainers to prepare for the WorldSkills Competition in Lyon, France.

Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayāloka-Locana included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register

UNESCO Recognition: The Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayāloka-Locana have been included in UNESCO’s Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register, affirming India’s rich literary and cultural heritage.

Significance: This recognition by UNESCO is a source of pride for India and emphasizes the importance of preserving diverse narratives and artistic expressions globally.

Literary Impact: These works, authored by Goswami Tulsidas, Pandit Vishnu Sharma, and Acharya Anandvardhan respectively, have deeply influenced Indian literature and culture, shaping moral values and artistic expressions.

Timelessness: The timeless nature of these literary masterpieces transcends geographical and temporal boundaries, leaving a lasting impact on readers and artists worldwide.

Role of IGNCA: The Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts played a crucial role in securing this recognition during the 10th meeting of the Memory of the World Committee for Asia and the Pacific in Ulaanbaatar.

Q: Which organization included the Ramcharitmanas, Panchatantra, and Sahṛdayāloka-Locana in its Memory of the World Asia-Pacific Regional Register?

a) UNICEF
b) UNESCO
c) WHO
d) World Bank

Ans : b) UNESCO

Q: Who authored the Ramcharitmanas?

a) Acharya Anandvardhan
b) Goswami Tulsidas
c) Pandit Vishnu Sharma
d) Ramesh Chandra Gaur

Ans : b) Goswami Tulsidas

World Football Day – 25th May

The United Nations General Assembly proclaimed 25th May as World Football Day. This proclamation occurred during the 80th plenary meeting of the General Assembly in New York.

  1. The year 2024 marks the 100th anniversary of the first international football tournament during the 1924 Summer Olympic Games in Paris.
  2. The resolution was passed unanimously by the 193-member General Assembly.

Q: Which day is proclaimed as World Football Day by the United Nations General Assembly?

a) 24th May b) 25th May c) 26th May d) 27th May

Ans : b) 25th May

Q: In which city were the 1924 Summer Olympic Games held, where the first international football tournament with representation from all regions took place?

a) Berlin
b) Tokyo
c) Paris
d) London

Ans : c) Paris

Cannes Film Festival from May 14 to May 25, 2024

The 77th Cannes Film Festival, an esteemed international film festival, is held annually in Cannes, France.

  1. Dates and Venue: Scheduled from May 14 to May 25, 2024, the festival will take place at the Palais des Festivals et des Congrès in Cannes, a renowned gathering spot for filmmakers, celebrities, and industry insiders.
  2. Opening Film: “The Second Act,” a French comedy directed by Quentin Dupieux, marks the festival’s opening.
  3. Indian Participation: India is actively participating in the 12-day event, with representatives from the Government of India, State Governments, and the film industry. This year, India will host a Bharat Parv at the Cannes Film Festival for the first time.

Q: Where does the Cannes Film Festival take place annually?

a) Paris
b) Cannes
c) London
d) New York

Ans : b) Cannes

India and Iran signed a long-term contract for operating the Shahid-Beheshti Port Terminal in Chabahar

India and Iran signed a long-term contract for operating the Shahid-Beheshti Port Terminal to enhance cooperation and make Chabahar Port a regional trade transit and connectivity hub.

  • The Indian delegation, led by Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, witnessed the signing of the 10-year contract with Iran’s Minister for Roads and Urban Development, Mehrdad Bazrpash.
  • India Ports Global Ltd (IPGL) will invest approximately $120 million in equipping and operating the port under the contract.
  • Chabahar Port serves as an important transit port for trade with Afghanistan and Central Asian countries and is a flagship project of India-Iran cooperation.
  • India has been involved in developing and upgrading Chabahar Port’s infrastructure to facilitate trade with landlocked Afghanistan and Central Asian countries.
  • Chabahar Port is situated in Iran’s Sistan-Baluchistan province and provides a shorter trade route between India, Iran, Afghanistan, and Central Asia.
  • India Ports Global Limited (IPGL) operates the Chabahar Port through its subsidiary, India Ports Global Chabahar Free Zone (IPGCFZ), since December 2018.

Q: India and Iran signed a long-term contract for operating which port?

a) Chittagong Port
b) Shahid Beheshti Port in Chabahar
c) Port of Colombo
d) Port of Karachi

Ans : b) Shahid Beheshti Port in Chabahar

Q: What new trade route will be opened up by the agreement between India and Iran regarding the Chabahar port?

a) Between India and China
b) Between South Asia and Central Asia via Iran
c) Between India and Japan
d) Between South Asia and Europe via Iran

Ans : b) Between South Asia and Central Asia via Iran

Lok Sabha election : 67.71 % Voter turnout for the fourth phase

Voter turnout for the fourth phase of the Lok Sabha election held on May 13, 2024, was recorded at 67.71%. Polling took place in 96 Lok Sabha seats across nine states and one Union Territory.

  • Andhra Pradesh had the highest turnout at 78.25%, while Bihar had 57.06% and Telangana had 64.93%.
  • Jammu and Kashmir had a turnout of 37.98%, Jharkhand 65.31%, and Madhya Pradesh 70.98%.
  • Maharashtra recorded 59.64%, Odisha 73.97%, Uttar Pradesh 58.05%, and West Bengal 78.44%.
  • Seats contested: Andhra Pradesh (25), Telangana (17), Uttar Pradesh (13), Maharashtra (11), Madhya Pradesh (8), West Bengal (8), Bihar (5), Jharkhand (4), Odisha (4), and one seat from Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Total candidates in the fray: 1,717.
  • The Election Commission reported peaceful polling.
  • Polling has been completed for State Legislative Assemblies of Arunachal Pradesh, Sikkim, Andhra Pradesh, and 28 assembly seats of Odisha.

Q: Which of the following states had completed polling for its State Legislative Assembly along with the Lok Sabha election by phase 4?

a) Gujarat
b) Karnataka
c) Andhra Pradesh
d) Tamil Nadu

Ans : c) Andhra Pradesh

India-France Joint Military Exercise “Shakti” from May 13 to May 26 at Umroi, Meghalaya

The 7th edition of the India-France Joint Military Exercise “Shakti” began on May 13 and runs until May 26 at Umroi, Meghalaya.

  • Conducted every two years, alternating between India and France, with the previous edition held in France in November 2021.
  • Indian contingent comprises 90 personnel primarily from the Rajput Regiment, alongside other arms and services, with observers from the Indian Navy and Air Force.
  • French contingent includes 90 personnel from the 13th Foreign Legion Half-Brigade (13th DBLE).
  • Focuses on operations in semi-urban and mountainous terrain, aiming for high physical fitness and refining tactical operations.
  • Tactical drills encompass various scenarios like responding to terrorist actions, establishing Joint Command Posts, securing helipads, conducting Special Heliborne Operations, and employing drones.
  • Aims to promote inter-operability, camaraderie, and defense cooperation between India and France, enhancing bilateral relations.

Q: In the 7th edition of the Joint Military Exercise “Shakti” from May 13 to May 26 at Umroi, Meghalaya, which country’s contingent participates alongside the Indian Army?

a) Russia
b) France
c) United States
d) United Kingdom

Ans : b) France

Mother’s Day : Second Sunday in May

Mother’s Day is a special occasion celebrated in various countries around the world to honor mothers and mother-figures. In the United States, Mother’s Day is observed on the second Sunday in May.

Origin:

The modern form of Mother’s Day originated in the United States. Anna Jarvis, inspired by her mother Ann Reeves Jarvis (a peace activist during the American Civil War), campaigned to establish Mother’s Day as a recognized holiday.

The first Mother’s Day service took place in 1907 at Andrews Methodist Episcopal Church in Grafton, West Virginia.

Q: Mother’s Day is celebrated ?

A) First Sunday in May
B) Second Sunday in May
C) Third Sunday in May
D) Fourth Sunday in May

Answer: B) Second Sunday in May

Magnus Carlsen win World Rapid and Blitz Poland Chess Tournament

Magnus Carlsen claimed victory in the World Rapid and Blitz Poland event after defeating all nine other players in a row on May 12, 2024. Magnus Carlsen claimed victory after defeating all nine other players in a row.

  • R Praggnanandhaa, an Indian chess player, defeated Magnus Carlsen, the world number one, on May 11, 2024.
  • Wei Yi , China Chess player secured second position.
  • The event featured three Indian prodigies: D Gukesh, Praggnanandhaa, and Arjun Erigaisi, along with other top grandmasters like Anish Giri, Nodirbek Abdusattorov, and Vincent Keymer.
  • Praggnanandhaa finished in fourth place with 19 points, while Erigaisi secured the fifth position with 18 points.
  • D Gukesh, the World Chess Championship challenger, ended in the last spot with 12.5 points.

Q: Who won the World Rapid and Blitz Poland chess tournament in May 2024?

a) Wei Yi
b) Arjun Erigaisi
c) R Praggnanandhaa
d) Magnus Carlsen

Correct Answer: d) Magnus Carlsen

Q: Which Indian Chess Player defeated world number one Magnus Carlsen in the Superbet rapid and blitz chess tournament in May 2024?

a) Vishwanath Anand
b) R Praggnanandhaa
c) Arjun Erigaisi
d) D. Gukesh.

Ans : b) R Praggnanandhaa

Powerful Solar Storm hit Earth causing Celestial Light Displays in Skies from Australia to Britain

An unusually powerful solar storm hit Earth on the night of May 10, causing celestial light displays from Australia to Britain. The solar storm poses a threat of potential disruptions to Earth’s communications networks, satellites, and power grids as it continues into the weekend.

  1. The solar storm was caused by coronal mass ejections (CMEs), expulsions of plasma and magnetic fields from the Sun.
  2. It was upgraded to an ‘extreme’ geomagnetic storm, the first since the ‘Halloween Storms’ of October 2003.
  3. More Coronal Mass Ejections are expected to impact the planet in the upcoming days.
  4. Social media was filled with images of auroras from northern Europe to Australia, New Zealand, and neighboring islands in the Pacific Ocean.
  5. The solar flares originated from a large cluster of sunspots, 17 times wider than Earth.
  6. The Sun is nearing the peak of an 11-year cycle, resulting in increased solar activity.
  7. Fluctuating magnetic fields during geomagnetic storms can create currents in long wires, potentially causing power outages and issues in engineering.
  8. Spacecraft are vulnerable to high levels of radiation during solar storms, but Earth’s atmosphere shields the planet.
  9. Pigeons and other species with internal biological compasses may be impacted by geomagnetic storms.
  10. The Carrington Event, the most powerful geomagnetic storm in recorded history, occurred in September 1859.

Q: What caused the powerful solar storm that hit Earth on May 10, 2024?

a) Solar flares
b) Coronal mass ejections (CMEs)
c) Lunar eclipse
d) Solar eclipse

Ans : b) Coronal mass ejections (CMEs)

Q:What is the approximate frequency of the solar activity cycle mentioned in the passage?

a) 7 years
b) 11 years
c) 50 years
d) 100 years

Ans : b) 11 years

Aman Sehrawat qualify for 2024 Paris Olympics in the men’s 57kg freestyle category

Indian wrestler Aman Sehrawat has become the first Indian male wrestler to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics. He secured a Paris quota in the men’s 57kg freestyle category at the World Wrestling Olympic Qualifiers in Istanbul, Turkiye.

Sehrawat beat Chongsong Han of Korea 12-2 in the semi-final to secure quota for Paris Olympic. This is India’s secure sixth quota in wrestling for the 2024 Olympics. All of the previous five quotas were obtained by the Indian women wrestlers.

Q: Who is the first Indian male wrestler to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics?

a) KD Jadhav
b) Aman Sehrawat
c) Sushil Kumar
d) Yogeshwar Dutt

Ans : b) Aman Sehrawat

Q: In which category did Aman Sehrawat secure a Paris quota for the Olympics?

a) Men’s 65kg freestyle
b) Men’s 57kg freestyle
c) Men’s 74kg freestyle
d) Men’s 86kg freestyle

Ans: b) Men’s 57kg freestyle

ISRO successfully conducts hot testing of PS4, Additive Manufactured Liquid Engine

Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) achieved a milestone by successfully hot testing a liquid rocket engine manufactured through Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology on May 9, 2024.

  1. The engine tested was the PS4 engine of the PSLV upper stage, traditionally manufactured through machining and welding methods.
  2. The redesigned engine, using the Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM) concept, was produced in a single-piece using Laser Powder Bed Fusion, eliminating 19 weld joints and reducing raw material usage and production time significantly.
  3. Manufacturing of the engine was carried out by M/s WIPRO 3D, an Indian industry, and hot testing was conducted at ISRO Propulsion Complex, Mahendragiri.
  4. Prior to hot testing, detailed flow, thermal modeling, structural simulation, and cold flow characterization were carried out, leading to four successful developmental hot tests of integrated engine, validating performance parameters.
  5. The engine successfully passed the full qualification duration of 665 s during hot testing, meeting expected performance parameters.
  6. Plans are underway to incorporate this Additive Manufactured PS4 engine into the regular PSLV program.

Q: Which liquid rocket engine did ISRO successfully hot test through Additive Manufacturing (AM) technology on May 9, 2024?

a) PS1 engine
b) PS2 engine
c) PS3 engine
d) PS4 engine

Ans : d) PS4 engine

Dileep Sanghani elected as Chairman of Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO)

Indian Farmers Fertiliser Cooperative (IFFCO) conducted its 15th RGB elections for its Board of Directors, covering members from over 36,000 cooperative societies at IFFCO Sadan, New Delhi. Dileep Sanghani emerged as the Chairman of IFFCO, with Balvir Singh as the Vice Chairman.

  1. The elections for 21 Directors were held on May 9, 2024.
  2. Managing Director IFFCO, Dr. US Awasthi, lauded the fair and transparent conduct of the elections and congratulated the Chairman, Vice Chairman, and all board members.
  3. The election process began with the launch of an innovative election portal, ensuring fair, equal, and transparent participation.
  4. With over 36,000 cooperative societies, IFFCO undertook the monumental task of electing RGB members, reflecting the vastness and complexity of its operations.

Q: Who emerged as the Chairman of IFFCO following the elections in May 2024?

a) Balvir Singh
b) Dileep Sanghani
c) Dr. US Awasthi
d) Jagdeep Singh Nakai

Ans : b) Dileep Sanghani

United Nations General Assembly supported a Palestinian bid for full U.N. membership

The United Nations General Assembly supported a Palestinian bid for full U.N. membership on May 10. The General Assembly recommended the U.N. Security Council to reconsider the matter favorably.

  • The vote reflected global support for the Palestinian bid after the U.S. vetoed it in the Security Council the previous month.
  • The resolution passed with 143 votes in favor, 9 against (including the U.S. and Israel), and 25 abstentions.
  • This resolution doesn’t grant full U.N. membership to Palestine but acknowledges its qualification to join.

Q: What is the outcome of the General Assembly’s resolution on May 10, regarding Palestinian membership?

a) Grants full U.N. membership to Palestine
b) Rejects Palestinian membership entirely
c) Acknowledges Palestine’s qualification to join the U.N.
d) Recommends military intervention in the region

Ans : c) Acknowledges Palestine’s qualification to join the U.N.

Supreme Court gave temporary bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal

The Supreme Court gave temporary bail to Delhi Chief Minister Arvind Kejriwal on 10 May 2024. He is allowed to campaign in the ongoing general elections.

The Enforcement Directorate arrested Kejriwal, a key leader of Aam Admi Party (AAP), on March 21 in connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s liquor policy.

Lok Sabha Election began on April 19 and more than half the total 543 seats were completed with the third phase on May 7. The Delhi will vote on May 25. Voting concludes on June 1 and counting is set for June 4.

Q: Why was Arvind Kejriwal arrested by the Enforcement Directorate?

a) In connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s healthcare policy
b) In connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s education policy
c) In connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s liquor policy
d) In connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s transportation policy

Ans : c) In connection with corruption allegations related to Delhi’s liquor policy

India surpasses Japan to become the world’s third-largest solar power generator

India surpasses Japan to become the world’s third-largest solar power generator in 2023, according to Ember report. Global Electricity Review 2024 released alongside the world’s first open dataset on electricity generation, covering 80 countries representing 92% of global electricity demand.

  • Solar power’s share in global electricity production reaches a record 5.5% in 2023.
  • India sees the fourth-largest increase in solar generation (+18 TWh) in 2023, following China, the United States, and Brazil, accounting for 75% of overall growth.
  • India expands solar generation capacity significantly from ranking ninth in 2015 to 5.8% share in 2023.
  • Globally, solar power generation increases sixfold between 2015 and 2023, with India experiencing a seventeen-fold increase during the same period.
  • IEA forecasts solar power to constitute 22% of global electricity generation by 2030.
  • COP28 goal to triple global renewables capacity by 2030 could help achieve this trajectory.
  • India aims to triple renewable capacity by 2030, but Ember’s analysis highlights the need for substantial annual capacity additions to meet this target.

Q: According to the Global Electricity Review 2024, which country has overtaken Japan to become the world’s third-largest solar power generator in 2023?

a) China
b) India
c) Brazil
d) United States

Ans : b) India

Baba Kedarnath Dham portals reopen on May 10, 2024

Baba Kedarnath Dham portals reopening on May 10, 2024, after six months closure during winter.

  • Devotees gathering at Sonprayag and Gaurikund, last halt before Kedarnath.
  • Pilgrims booking rides on horses/mules or trekking on foot to reach the shrine.
  • Lord Kedarnath’s Panchmukhi Doli arrived at Gaurikund after stopovers at Guptkashi and Ukhimath.
  • Char Dham Yatra starting on May 10 with opening of Gangotri, Yamunotri, and Kedarnath shrines.
  • Badrinath Dham portals to open on May 12.
  • Char Dham Yatra significant for Hindus, taking place from April-May to October-November.

Q: Which of the following shrines are part of the Char Dham Yatra mentioned in the passage?

a) Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath
b) Rameswaram, Dwarka, Puri, and Kedarnath
c) Tirupati, Vaishno Devi, Shirdi, and Kedarnath
d) Mahabalipuram, Amarnath, Somnath, and Badrinath

Ans : a) Gangotri, Yamunotri, Kedarnath, and Badrinath

Air India Express Crew Members go on mass ‘Sick Leave’

Air India Express experienced a major disruption with over 70 flights cancelled or delayed due mass sick leave of senior crew members.

  1. Flight cancellations and delays began on 7 May night and continued into 8 May morning, leading to grounded flights on both domestic and international routes.
  2. Some senior crew members reportedly switched off their mobile phones just before flight operations, citing health issues, leaving no alternative staff available.
  3. Civil Aviation authorities are investigating the issue while Air India Express issued an apology to affected passengers.
  4. Passengers affected by cancellations are offered full refunds or complimentary rescheduling to another date.
  5. The incident underscores operational challenges faced by the airline industry, following a similar situation with Vistara on April 1, where over 100 flights were impacted due to pilots calling in sick.

Q: The senior crew member of which airline go on mass sick leave suddenly on 7 & 8 May 2024, causing disruption of more than 70 flights?

a) Indigo b) Vistara c) Air India Express d) Emirates

Ans : c) Air India Express

Raireshwar Fort, the highest polling booth of Maharashtra in the Baramati constituency

The Election Commission accomplished a logistical marvel by facilitating voting for 160 voters at Raireshwar Fort, the highest polling booth of Maharashtra in the Baramati constituency, located at 4,491 feet altitude.

  1. Journey to the Polling Station: Driving to the foothills of Raireshwar and further trekking 18 km via Rairi village. From there, a one-hour arduous trek, assisted by an iron ladder, led them to the polling station.
  2. Dedicated Election Staff: Despite the rugged terrain, election staff and officers were determined to ensure the democratic process, carrying essential voting machinery like EVMs and VVPAT devices to the polling station.
  3. Significance of Raireshwar Fort: Raireshwar Fort, historically significant and situated at a height of 4,505 feet, falls under the Baramati constituency, comprising six assembly seats.
  4. Maharashtra’s Contribution to Lok Sabha: With 48 Lok Sabha seats, Maharashtra is the second-largest contributor to the lower house of Parliament.

Q: How many Lok Sabha seats does Maharashtra contribute, making it the second-largest contributor to the lower house of Parliament (Lok Sabha) ?

a) 28 b) 38 c) 48 d) 58

Ans : c) 48

Indian Coast Guard partners with Jindal Steel & Power for the supply of indigenous marine-grade steel

The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) and Jindal Steel & Power (JSP) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on May 7 in New Delhi to increase indigenous content in shipbuilding, particularly focusing on enhancing the supply of indigenous marine-grade steel.

  1. The partnership highlights the importance of public-private partnerships in addressing complex security challenges, emphasizing collaboration between government agencies and the private sector.
  2. Key benefits outlined in the MoU include ensuring quality, grades, and dimensions of marine-grade steel, with designated steel plants earmarked for manufacturing.
  3. The timely supply of marine-grade steel to shipbuilding yards serving the ICG is a crucial aspect of the partnership.

Q: Indian Coast Guard (ICG) partnered with which private company for the supply of indigenous marine-grade steel?

a) Reliance Industries
b) Tata Steel
c) Jindal Steel & Power (JSP)
d) Bharat Forge Limited

Ans : c) Jindal Steel & Power (JSP)

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day : May 8

World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day is observed annually on May 8 to celebrate the principles of the International Red Cross and Red Crescent Movement.

  • The date was chosen because it marks the birth anniversary of Henry Dunant, the founder of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
  • Henry Dunant was born on May 8, 1828, in Geneva, Switzerland, and passed away on October 30, 1910.
  • Dunant was also the recipient of the first Nobel Peace Prize in 1901.
  • The idea for an annual international action to promote peace was introduced after World War I.
  • The proposal for an annual International Red Cross Day was adopted in 1948, with the first celebration occurring on May 8 of that year.
  • The official title of the day evolved over time, becoming “World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day” in 1984.

Q: When is World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day observed?

a) May 7 b) May 8 c) May 9 d) May 10

Ans : b) May 8

Q: Why was May 8 chosen as the date for World Red Cross and Red Crescent Day?

a) It marks the end of World War I
b) It is the birthday of Henry Dunant
c) It is the anniversary of the International Red Cross
d) It is the anniversary of the Nobel Peace Prize

Ans : b) It is the birthday of Henry Dunant

Q: Who is Henry Dunant?

a) Founder of the United Nations
b) Founder of the International Red Cross
c) Founder of the World Health Organization
d) Founder of the European Union

Ans : b) Founder of the International Red Cross

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