This is the current affairs of 14 June 2024. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
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1. The central government appointed Ajit Doval as the National Security Advisor (NSA). For which term did he assume this position?
a. Third time
b. Second time
c. Fourth time
d. Fifth time
Answer: a. Third time
– Showing trust in Ajit Doval, Prime Minister Narendra Modi appointed him as the National Security Advisor for the third time on June 13, 2024.
– The order states that his appointment will last until the tenure of Prime Minister Narendra Modi or until further orders.
– Former IPS officer Ajit Doval, who was the IB (Intelligence Bureau) Chief, became the National Security Advisor to the Prime Minister on May 31, 2014.
– He joined the Intelligence Bureau in 1972.
– Ajit Doval was honored with the Kirti Chakra in 1988 for his distinguished services.
– This award is usually given to the armed forces for valor.
– Additionally, he was the youngest officer to receive the Indian Police Medal.
Role of NSA
– In fact, the National Security Advisor leads the National Security Council and their role is to advise the Prime Minister on issues related to national and international security.
– This position of NSA was created for the first time in 1998 when the country conducted nuclear tests for the second time.
– Whether it was Article 370 of Jammu and Kashmir, surgical strikes, Doklam, or diplomatic decisions, Doval has met the country’s expectations.
– The revenge for Pulwama was also taken under the leadership of Ajit Doval.
– From discussing strategy with top Air Force and Navy officials to keeping the Prime Minister informed every moment, he played a crucial role.
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2. Who took oath as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh?
a. Pema Khandu
b. Chowna Mein
c. Dasanglu Pul
d. Mama Natung
Answer: a. Pema Khandu
– Pema Khandu took the oath as the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh for the third time on June 13, 2024.
– The oath-taking ceremony was held at the Dorjee Khandu Convention Center in the capital, Itanagar.
– Governor Kaivalya Trivikram Parnayak administered the oath of office and secrecy to him along with Deputy CM Chowna Mein and other ministers.
– Pema Khandu has been the Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh since 2016. He was re-elected as CM in 2019 and now has taken up the position for the third time in 2024.
– His father, Dorjee Khandu, was also a Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh.
– In Arunachal Pradesh, the BJP won 46 out of 60 seats.
– Pema Khandu and 10 other party candidates were elected unopposed as legislators. Hence, elections were held for only 50 seats.
– In the state, the BJP has an alliance with the National People’s Party (NPP).
Language: Hindi and Assamese
Population: 1,383,727
Neighboring States: Assam and Nagaland.
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3. Scientists discovered a spacebug (bacteria) hidden inside the International Space Station (ISS). What is its name?
a. Bundibugyo
b. Tai Forest
c. Enterobacter Bugandensis
d. Ebola
Answer: c. Enterobacter Bugandensis
– Indian-origin NASA astronaut Sunita Williams and eight other crew members on the International Space Station (ISS) are facing a major challenge.
– Inside the space station, a bacteria named Enterobacter bugandensis has been discovered.
– It has developed resistance to antibiotics in the closed environment of the space station, earning it the nickname ‘superbug’.
Researchers from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras and NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory studied the bacteria.
– Thirteen strains of superbugs have been found in various locations on the station.
– This space bug infects the human respiratory system.
Sunita Williams’ Arrival on ISS on June 6
– Sunita Williams and her fellow astronaut Barry Eugene “Butch” Wilmore arrived on the ISS on June 6, 2024, aboard the new Boeing Starliner spacecraft.
– After testing a spacecraft designed by her on the space station, Sunita Williams will return to Earth.
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4. In which country did India’s PM Narendra Modi participate as a guest country in the G-7 summit held?
a. France
b. Germany
c. Italy
d. Ukraine
Answer: c. Italy
– The prestigious resort Borgo Egnazia in the Apulia region of Italy is hosting an event from June 13 to 15.
– The G7 Summit is likely to be overshadowed by ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza.
What is G7?
– G7 includes Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
– It is an intergovernmental organization formed in 1975 as an informal forum by the top economies of the time to discuss global issues.
– Leaders of G7 countries meet annually at the summit, chaired on a rotational basis by leaders of member countries.
– It convenes annually to discuss global economic governance, international security, and most pressing issues.
PM Modi’s Fifth Participation
– India, as a guest nation, will participate for the 11th time at the G7 Summit, marking Prime Minister Modi’s fifth consecutive participation.
– The Prime Minister will participate in outreach sessions.
– Apart from the summit, Prime Minister Narendra Modi is expected to hold bilateral meetings with leaders of G7 countries.
– Additionally, PM Modi will also meet with Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni.
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5. To whom has the Supreme Court now handed over the case after Himachal Pradesh refused to provide water regarding the water crisis in Delhi?
a. Delhi Jal Board
b. State Government
c. Central Government
d. Upper River Yamuna Board
Answer: d. Upper River Yamuna Board
– The Aam Aadmi Party of Delhi had filed a petition in the Supreme Court on May 31, 2024, regarding the water crisis.
– It demanded that Haryana, Uttar Pradesh, and Himachal Pradesh be directed to release extra water to Delhi for one month.
– On June 6, the court had ordered Himachal Pradesh to release 137 cubic sec of water, to which Himachal Pradesh was prepared.
– The Delhi government stated that this water has not yet reached Delhi.
– Subsequently, on June 12, Himachal Pradesh stated that it had released its share of water, but supply from Haryana is still pending.
– There was a re-hearing in the Supreme Court regarding the water crisis on June 13.
– Himachal Pradesh informed the court that it does not have 136 cubic sec of water available to supply to Delhi.
– The bench of Justice Prashant Kumar Mishra and Justice Prasanna B. Varale remarked that the distribution of Yamuna river water among states is a complex and sensitive issue.
– We do not have the technical expertise to decide on the water distribution formula between Delhi, Haryana, and Himachal Pradesh.
– Therefore, the Supreme Court has now left the decision of providing water to Delhi to the Upper Yamuna River Board.
– The court has directed the Upper Yamuna River Board to convene a meeting on June 14 to expedite a decision on Delhi government’s application.
why there is water crisis in delhi
– There are two main reasons for the water crisis in Delhi: heat and dependency on neighboring states.
– Delhi lacks its own water source and depends on neighboring states for water supply.
– According to the Delhi Jal Board, Delhi needs 129 crore gallons of water daily for its population of 23 million, but it is receiving only 96.9 crore gallons.
Delhi receives its water supply from neighboring states:
– Haryana government supplies water from the Yamuna River.
– Uttar Pradesh government supplies water from the Ganga River.
– Punjab government supplies water from the Bhakra-Nangal Dam.
– According to a report from 2023, Delhi used to receive 38.9 crore gallons of water daily from the Yamuna River, 25.3 crore gallons from the Ganga River, and 22.1 crore gallons from the Bhakra-Nangal (Ravi-Beas Rivers).
– Additionally, Delhi used to receive 9 crore gallons of water daily from wells, tube wells, and groundwater sources.
– In total, Delhi used to receive 95.3 crore gallons of water daily.
– This figure increased to 96.9 crore gallons daily in 2024.
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6. India and which country started the joint maritime exercise JIMEX in June 2024?
a. Sri Lanka
b. Japan
c. Russia
d. America
Answer: b. Japan
– The full name of this naval exercise is ‘Japan-India Maritime Exercise’.
– It was conducted in Yokosuka, Japan in June 2024.
– The Jimex exercise began in the year 2012.
Representation by Indian Ship:
– The Indian Navy was represented by INS Shivalik in this exercise.
– The Japanese Navy was represented by the guided missile destroyer JS Yugiri.
– Integrated helicopter operations of both navies were also included in the joint exercise.
– Chief of the Indian Navy: Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
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7. Pandit Rajeev Taranath passed away on 11 June 2024, he was which of the following?
a. Sarod maestro
b. Classical musician
c. Both a and b
d. Storyteller
Answer: c. Both a and b (Sarod maestro and Classical musician)
– Indian musician and sarod player Rajiv Taranath passed away on June 11, 2024, in Mysore.
– He was 92 years old and had also worked as a music director for several Kannada films.
His achievements include:
– He was awarded the Padma Shri in 2019.
– He received the Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 2000.
– In Karnataka, he was honored with the Rajyotsava Award in 1996.
– He received the Chaudiah Memorial Award in 1998.
– He was recognized as a Music Scholar in 2018.
– He also received the Naad Oja Award in 2019.
About the sarod:
– The sarod is one of India’s most popular musical instruments, used in various genres from classical to contemporary music.
– The term “sarod” was derived from Persian during the late Mughal period.
– This term is very ancient in Indian musical instruments.
“Sarod” means “music” or “tune”.
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8. Which neighbouring country of India sought help from India to set up Jan Aushadhi Kendra?
a. Sri Lanka
b. Pakistan
c. Bangladesh
d. Nepal
Answer: d. Nepal
Why did Nepal ask for help?
– Establishing Jan Aushadhi centers in Nepal will enable its citizens to benefit from low-cost ‘Made in India’ generic medicines.
First country to join the Jan Aushadhi initiative:
– Mauritius became the first country to join India’s Jan Aushadhi scheme. PM Modi announced the opening of this center in March 2024.
– This initiative helped Mauritius procure about 250 high-quality medicines from India’s pharmaceuticals and medical devices bureau.
– Following this, according to Hindu newspaper in April 2024, Nigeria sought India’s assistance to establish similar Jan Aushadhi centers.
– Now in June 2024, Nepal has requested India’s assistance to establish Jan Aushadhi centers.
About the Prime Minister of Indian Jan Aushadhi Center:
– The Prime Minister’s Jan Aushadhi Project (PMBJP) is a major initiative of the central government.
– Under the Jan Aushadhi centers, economically weaker sections are provided with affordable medicines.
– These are small medical stores where generic medicines are available at lower prices.
– Through this initiative, the government aims to improve access to healthcare for low-income families.
– Currently, there are more than 10,000 PM Jan Aushadhi Centers across India.
Q: When is Jan Aushadhi Diwas celebrated?
Answer: 7 March
About Nepal:
– Prime Minister: Pushpa Kamal Dahal Prachanda
– Capital: Kathmandu
– Currency: Nepalese Rupee
– Language: Nepali
– Population: 30.5 million (2022)
Nepal shares borders with five Indian states – Sikkim, West Bengal, Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Uttarakhand, covering more than 1,850 kilometers.
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9. When is international family remittances day celebrated?
a. 14 June
b. 15 June
c. 16 June
d. 17 June
Answer: c. 16 June
Theme 2024
– Digital remittances towards financial inclusion and cost reduction
– This day is declared by the United Nations.
– According to the World Bank report (Migration and Development Brief 37), India received about 100 billion dollars through remittances in the year 2022.
– India is the country receiving the highest remittance in the world.
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