Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 29th & 30th September 2024

Correct Answer:  (c) Mithun Chakraborty

Explanation:  The Union Ministry for Information and Broadcasting Ashwini Vaishnaw announced on 30 September 2024 that the jury had selected veteran Hindi and Bengali film actor Mithun Chakraborty as the recipient of the prestigious Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Awards for 2022. Mithun Chakraborty will be the 54th recipient of the Dada Saheb Phalke Award. Last year, Waheeda Rehman received the Dadasaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Awards for 2021. Mithun Chakraborty will be conferred the award at the 70th National Film Festival award ceremony, which will be held on 8 October 2024. Asha Parekh, Vipul Shah, and Khusbhu Sundar were members of the Jury that selected the Dadasaheb Lifetime Achievement Award winner for 2022.

The Dadasaheb Phalke Award was instituted by the Union Ministry of Information and Broadcasting in honour of Dhundiraj Govind Phalke, popularly known as Dadasaheb Phalke. He was the pioneer of cinema in India, having made the first film Raja Harishchandra in 1913. The award is presented annually along with the National Film Awards. It carries a cash prize of Rs 10 lakhs, a Swarna Kamal medallion and a shawl. The Award was first given in 1969, and Devika Rani was the recipient. Waheeda Rahman received the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for 2021. The following is the list of the Dadsaheb Phalke Lifetime Achievement Award winners, along with the year they won the award, the language in which they worked, and their profession in cinema.

• Mithun Chakraborty, 2022, Hindi, Bengali Film, Actor
• Waheeda Rehman: 2021, Hindi Film, Actor
• Asha Parekh: 2020, Hindi Film, Actor.
• Rajinikanth: 2019, Tamil, Hindi, Actor
• Amitabh Bachchan: 2018, Hindi Film, Actor
• Vinod Khanna: 2017, Hindi Film, Actor.
• Kasinathuni Viswanath: 2016, Tamil Film, Director
• Manoj Kumar: 2015, Hindi Film, Actor, Director, Writer, Producer
• Shashi Kapoor: 2014, Hindi Film, Actor.
• Gulzar: 2013,Hindi Film, Song Writer.
• Pran: 2012, Hindi Film, Actor.
• Soumitra Chatterjee: Bengali Film, Actor and Writer.
• K Balachander: 2010, Tamil, Writer, Director
• D Ramanaidu: 2009,Telugu, Hindi Film,Producer
• VK Murthy: 2008, Hindi, Cinematographer.
• Manna Dey: 2007, Hindi and Bengali Film, Singer.
• Tapan Sinha: 2006, Hindi and Bengali Film, Director
• Shyam Benegal: 2005, Hindi Film, Director.
• Adoor Gopalakrishnan: 2004, Malayalam Film, Director and Producer.
• Mrinal Sen: 2003, Hindi and Bengali Film, Director and Producer
• Dev Anand: 2002, Hindi Film, Actor, Producer and Director.
• Yash Chopra: 2001, Hindi Film Director and Producer.
• Asha Bhosle: 2000, Hindi, Marathi, Singer.
• Hrishikesh Mukherjee: 1999, Hindi Film, Director
• BR Chopra: 1998, Hindi Film, Producer and Director
• Kavi Pradeep: 1997, Hindi Film, Songwriter.
• Sivaji Ganesan: 1996, Tamil Film, Actor and Producer.
• Rajkumar: 1995, Kannada Film, Actor
• Dilip Kumar: 1994, Hindi, Actor.
• Majrooh Sultanpuri: 1993, Hindi Films, Songwriter.
• Bhupen Hazarika: 1992, Assamese Film, Singer
• Bhalji Pendharkar: 1991, Marathi film, Actor, Writer, Producer.
• Akkineni Nageswara Rao: 1990, Telugu, Actor and Director.
• Lata Mangeshkar: 1989,Hindi and Marathi , Singer.
• Ashok Kumar: 1988, Hindi and Bengali Films, Actor, singer
• Raj Kapoor: 1987, Hindi films, Actor, Director, Producer.
• B Nagi Reddy: 1986, Telugu, Hindi films, Producer and Director.
• V Shantaram: 1985, Hindi and Marathi Film, Actor and Director
• Satyajit Ray: 1984, Bengali, Hindi Film – Writer, Director
• Durga Khote: 1983, Hindi Films, Actor
• LV Prasad: 1982, Telugu, Tamil and Hindi, Actor, Director, Producer.
• Naushad: 1981, Hindi Film, Music Composer.
• Paidi Jairaj: 1980, Hindi Film, Actor and Director
• Sohrab Modi: 1979, Hindi Films, Actor, Director and Producer.
• Raichand Boral: 1978 ,Bengali and Hindi  Music composer.
• Nitin Bose: 1977, Bengali and Hindi film Director, Cinematographer and Writer
• Kanan Devi: 1976, Bengali film actor, singer and producer
• Dhirendra Nath Ganguly: 1975, Bengali film actor, director and producer
• Bommireddy Narasimha Reddy: 1974, Telugu film Director.
• Ruby Myers(famous as Sulochana): 1973, Hindi film, Actress.
• Pankaj Mullick: 1972, Hindi, Bengali Film, Music Composer, singer and actor
• Prithviraj Kapoor: 1971, Hindi Film
• Birendranath Sircar: 1970 , Bengali Film
• Devika Rani: 1969 – Hindi Film

Correct Answer:  (b) 8th

Explanation:  India -Kazakhstan joint military exercise KAZIND -2024 commenced at the mountainous Surya Foreign Training node in Auli, Uttarakhand, on 30 September 2024. The 8th edition of KAZIND-2024 will be held in Auli from 30 September to 13 October 2024. The last edition of the annual bilateral military exercise was held in Otar, Kazakhstan, from 30 October to 11 November 2023. For the first time, the Air Forces of both countries and the Airborne Assault Forces of Kazakhstan participated. The bilateral India-Kazakhstan KAZIND was first held in 2016. It is an annual military exercise held alternately in both countries. The KAZIND exercise is a battalion-level military exercise that includes personnel from both the Army and the Air Force.  In this year’s exercise, the Indian contingent comprises 120 personnel, including a battalion of the Kumaon Regiment of the Indian Army and a contingent of the Indian Air Force personnel. The Kazakhstan contingent is represented mainly by personnel from its Army and also a contingent of its Airborne Assault Troopers.

• The 8th edition of the KAZIND exercise will focus on counterinsurgency/counterterrorism operations in the mountainous, semi-urban scenario under the United Nations mandate. Both the military forces will hone their skills in Special Heliborne Operations, Cordon and Search operations, besides employment of drones and counter-drone systems, among others. The exercise will also increase military-to-military relations between the two armed forces and strengthen the defence ties between the two countries.
• India established diplomatic ties with Kazakhstan on 22 February 1992, after it declared independence from the Soviet Union on 16 December 1991. In July 2015, India and Kazakhstan signed the ‘Defence and Military Technical Cooperation. The agreement provides for a framework for bilateral cooperation in the defence sector, which includes military-technical cooperation, military education and training, and joint exercises, In 2018, Kazakhstan troops were deployed under the Indian command for the  United Nations peacekeeping mission in

Correct Answer:  (b) Lakshadweep

Explanation:  According to the 7th Annual report “Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) July 2023- June 2024)” of National Sample Survey Office (NSSO), Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), Lakshadweep has the highest Unemployment Rate (UR) among youths (individuals aged 15-29 ).  Youth UR in Lakshadweep stands at 36.2% which includes 79.7% UR among among young women and 26.2% UR among young men.

• Lakshadweep is followed by Andaman and Nicobar Island with 33.6% (49.5% women and 24% men) and Kerala with 29.9% (47.1% women and 19.3% men).
• The national average for youth unemployment is 10.2%, with females facing a higher rate of 11% compared to 9.8% for males.
• Madhya Pradesh (MP) has the lowest unemployment rate of 2.6%, among states in India followed by Gujarat with 3.1% and Jharkhand with 3.6%.

Correct Answer:  (b) 6.7%

Explanation: The Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) has raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast by 10 basis points (bps) to 6.7% for Financial Year 2024-25 (FY25), from its previous estimate of 6.6%. This projection was announced by OECD in its latest ‘OECD Economic Outlook , Interim Report September 2024: Turning the Corner’ released on 25th September, 2024. It has also increased India’s economic growth forecast for FY26 by 20 bps, to 6.8% from its previous estimate made in May 2024.

• OECD’s report has also raised India’s headline inflation forecast by 20 bps, from 4.3% (projected in May 2024) to 5% for FY25. This projection is in alignment with the Reserve Bank of India (RBI)’s forecast of headline inflation for FY25. While, it has lowered India’s inflation for FY26 by 10 bps, from 4.2% to 4.1%, which would be almost equal to RBI’s mid-point target of 4%. The report noted that consumer inflation remained below 4% in July, 2024 and August, 2024. This is mainly due to favourable base effects. So, economist now expects it to increase to 5%in the next few months.
• As per the report, the global growth will remain stable at 2%in both 2024 and 2025, due to moderate inflation. It noted that the growth has been relatively robust in many of the Group-20 (G20) countries, including the United States of America (USA), Brazil, India, Indonesia and the United Kingdom (UK). The report observed that headline inflation continued to decrease in most of the OECD nations, partly due to decrease in food price inflation, low energy and goods price inflation. Thus, now inflation is almost close to target in about 4/5th of OECD nations.
• While, for G-20 countries, headline inflation is projected to ease to 5.4% in 2024 and 3.3% in 2025. Also, the core inflation in the G20 advanced economies will decrease to 2.7% and 2.1% in 2024 and 2025, respectively. It has projected the growth rate in the US will slow down at 2.6% (in 2024) and 1.6% (in 2025), but is expected to get some relief from easing monetary policy. It estimated that China’s growth will ease to 4.9% (in 2024) and 4.5% (in 2025), with policy stimulus offset by subdued consumer demand and the ongoing deep correction in the real estate sector.

Correct Answer:  (c) Shankh Air

Explanation:  Shankh Air, owned by Shankh Aviation Private Limited, has received the No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the Ministry of Civil Aviation (MoCA) valid for 3 years. Shankh Air will be the 1st Schedule airline to launch from Uttar Pradesh (UP). It is yet to receive clearance from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) to begin operations. Shankh Air will hub over Lucknow and Noida to enable connections to all major cities in India. The airline aims to connect major cities across India by offering both interstate and intrastate routes and focusing on areas with high demand and restricted direct flight options. India is currently the third-largest domestic aviation market globally, recording a 15% year-on-year increase in air passenger traffic. India handles 376 million passengers in FY24.

Correct Answer:  (c) ₹20,000 crore

Explanation:  The central government has announced plans to collect ₹20,000 crore through the issuance of ‘Sovereign Green Bonds’ in the second half of the financial year 2024-25 (October-March), Finance Ministry said in a press release. The government aims to complete its borrowing for the latter half of FY25 through a series of 21 weekly auctions. The green bonds will be issued in four tranches, each valued at ₹5,000 crore. The first tranche will consist of a 10-year Sovereign Green Bond, scheduled for issuance between November 25 and November 29.

Following this, a 30-year bond worth ₹5,000 crore will be issued from December 9 to December 13. The third tranche, again a 10-year bond, is set for January 27 to January 31, while the final tranche will consist of a 30-year green bond, to be issued between February 17 and February 21. Sovereign Green Bonds are a form of government debt designed to finance projects that support India’s transition to a low-carbon economy. The proceeds will specifically fund environmentally sustainable initiatives, including public sector projects that adhere to eco-friendly practices.

Correct Answer:  (c) Andro

Explanation:  Andro Village in Manipur won the Best Tourism Village award in the Heritage category at the 2024 Best Tourism Villages Competition. The award was given by the Ministry of Tourism during World Tourism Day celebrations in New Delhi. The village’s rich cultural heritage and unique traditions, including centuries-old fire worship, contributed to its selection. Andro Village’s cultural heritage and historical temple attract tourists from around the world. Tourism has boosted income and job opportunities for locals, with the community actively involved in promoting and sustaining their heritage.

Correct Answer:  (c) 30th September

Explanation: Every year on September 30, the world comes together to observe International Translation Day, a day dedicated to honoring the invaluable contributions of translators and language specialists worldwide. This special occasion serves as a platform to recognize the achievements of these professionals who play a crucial role in promoting international communication, understanding, and collaboration. By facilitating dialogue and fostering mutual comprehension across linguistic boundaries, translators are instrumental in advancing and strengthening global peace and security. The theme for International Translation Day 2024 will tackle pressing ethical issues in the field of translation, including:

• Data collection practices
• Copyright concerns
• The use of translated works

Correct Answer:  (b) Governance in SFBs – Driving Sustainable Growth and Stability

Explanation:  The Reserve Bank of India had organized a day long conference for the Directors of Small Finance Banks, SFBs in Bengaluru. The theme of the conference was ‘Governance in SFBs – Driving Sustainable Growth and Stability’. RBI Deputy Governor Mr. Swaminathan J. encouraged the Directors to be vigilant and proactive in identifying and mitigating emerging risks.

Correct Answer:  (b) 29th September

Explanation:  World Heart Day, observed annually on September 29th, stands as a global beacon for cardiovascular health awareness. This international event serves as a crucial reminder of the importance of heart health and the ongoing battle against cardiovascular diseases (CVDs), which remain the leading cause of death worldwide. As we approach World Heart Day 2024, the focus intensifies on empowering individuals, governments, and health organizations to take proactive measures in preventing heart-related conditions. The World Heart Federation (WHF) has announced a powerful theme for the years 2024 to 2026: “Use Heart for Action.” This theme represents a significant shift in the approach to heart health awareness, moving beyond mere education to inspire concrete, impactful actions.

Correct Answer:  (d) United Kingdom

Explanation:  India has partnered with the British Council to launch the ‘Women in Space Leadership Program’ (WiSLP). The initiative aims to foster women’s leadership in science and research, particularly in space sciences. The program will support 250 early career researchers (ECRs) to take on leadership roles. Consultations with experts from India will help develop a leadership framework.

Correct Answer:  (d) Gulveer Singh

Explanation:  India’s Gulveer Singh set a new national record en route to winning the men’s 5000m gold in the Yogibo Athletics Challenge Cup of World Athletics Continental Tour at Niigata, Japan. Gulveer won the race with a time of 13:11.82 to improve upon his own national record earlier this year. The 26-year-old broke his own national mark of 13:18.92s set during the Portland Track Festival earlier this year. In Portland, Gulveer had overcome Avinash Sable’s record of 13:19.30s set at the Sound Running On Track Fest in 2023 at Los Angeles. Gulveer had also broken the men’s 10000m national mark during the Ten track meet in California earlier this March, touching the tape at 27.41.81s.

Notable achievements by him

• Won a Bronze Medal in 10000m in Asian Games in Hangzhou China in 2022.
• In 2023, he claimed another Bronze at the Asian Athletics Championship in Bangkok.
• At National level he clinched a Gold medal in 10000 m at Federation Cup Athletics Championship

Correct Answer:  (d) 2022-23

Explanation:  The Statistics Ministry will publish GDP (Gross Domestic Product) with the new base year of 2022-23 in February 2026. The base year will be also changed for retail inflation, based on the Consumer Price Index and factory output growth, based on the Index of Industrial Production. At present, the base year is 2011-12 for the GDP calculations. The Advisory Committee on National Accounts Statistics (ACNAS) was constituted under the Chairmanship of Biswanath Goldar will complete the exercise by early 2026. The government is making several adjustments to improve the GDP calculations. The proposed shift in the GDP base year in India is a step towards improving the accuracy and relevance of economic data. Last base year revision for GDP was conducted in 2015 at that time it was changed to 2011-12 from 2004-05. Gross Domestic Product (GDP) is a key economic indicator that measures the total value of goods and services produced within a country’s borders.

Correct Answer:  (b) 1984

Explanation:  Renowned poet and former IPS officer Keki N Daruwalla, an inspiration to countless young writers and poets who looked at him as a mentor, died at a Delhi hospital night after a prolonged illness. Daruwalla published his first volume of poetry in 1970, titled Under Orion, followed by Apparition in April (1971), Crossing of Rivers (1976) The Keeper of the Dead (1982) – for which he won the Sahitya Akademi award in 1984 – and The Scarecrow and the Ghost (2004), among others. Apart from poems, Daruwalla was also a short story writer and a novelist – and Love Across the Salt Desert, a collection of short stories published in 2006, is one of his notable works, along with his novel Pepper and the Christ (2009).

Correct Answer:  (d) Inter-American Development Bank (IDB)

Explanation: The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) signed an agreement that will help the collection and sharing of critical climate and weather data, advancing efforts to support climate adaptation and enhance regional climate coordination in Latin America and the Caribbean. The agreement gives the IDB, as an implementing entity, access to financing through the Systematic Observations Financing Facility (SOFF), which provides funding and technical assistance for countries to improve weather forecasts, early warning systems and climate information services. The agreement also makes the IDB one of the first Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) to access a UN-administered Multi-Partner Trust Fund and exemplifies the work that MDBs have been doing with the UN and UN agencies to enhance collaboration. SOFF is a financing mechanism established in 2021 by the World Meteorological Organization (WMO), UNEP, and UNDP.