This is the current affairs of 7 to 9 September 2024. Here are questions and answers of daily current affairs for better preparation of competitive exams for government jobs.
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1. With which country has India exchanged the hosting of Quad Summit 2024, so that now this conference will be held in India in 2025?
a. Japan
b. USA
c. Australia
d. France
Answer: b. USA
– The Quad organization’s meeting, which was formed to counter China in the Indian Ocean, will not be held in India this year.
– India has exchanged its turn to host the Quad summit with the United States.
– According to media reports, India will host the Quad in 2025.
– Initially, the Quad summit was scheduled to be held in India in January 2024.
– However, at that time, the United States postponed the summit until September, citing President Biden’s unavailability.
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2. In which city will the Quad Summit 2024 be held?
a. New York
b. Washington DC
c. Los Angeles
d. Delaware
Answer: d. Delaware
When will the Quad Summit be held in the United States?
– The Quad Summit will be held in the United States in September.
– This event will take place in President Biden’s home state of Delaware.
– It will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, and Japanese Prime Minister Fumio Kishida.
– By hosting the Quad meeting in the United States, Biden will get the opportunity to host his last summit as President.
– It is certain that whoever wins the U.S. elections at the end of the year will come to India for the Quad. This means either Kamala Harris or Donald Trump will visit India in 2025.
– This will also be the last Quad meeting in 2024 for Japan’s Prime Minister Fumio Kishida, as he will not be running in the elections next year.
India Wanted the Quad Summit to Be Held in New York, But the U.S. Did Not Agree
– According to a report by The Hindu, India had planned to host the summit in New York.
– However, September 21st is a Saturday, and the U.S. President usually goes to his home and the beach in Delaware on weekends.
– Because of this, the U.S. decided to host the summit in Delaware.
What is the Quad?
– The Quad was formed in 2007.
– It includes four countries: India, Japan, the United States, and Australia.
– Quad stands for the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue.
– The word “Quadrilateral” is derived from the term “chaturbhuj” (meaning quadrilateral), which here translates to a four-sided security dialogue. Just as “bilateral” means two-sided and “trilateral” means three-sided, “quadrilateral” means four-sided or four-party.
– On the map, India, Japan, the United States, and Australia form a quadrilateral shape.
– The purpose of the Quad is to protect the Indo-Pacific region and its countries from China’s influence.
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3. Name the India-France bilateral naval exercise, whose 22nd edition was held in the Mediterranean Sea?
a. Garuda
b. Varun
c. Arun
d. Tarun
Answer: b. Varun
– This exercise was held from September 2 to 4, 2024.
– INS Tabar also participated in this exercise.
– This bilateral naval exercise between the two navies has been conducted since 1993.
– An Indian Navy P8I aircraft also reached France to participate in this “Varuna Exercise” with the French Navy.
– The P8I aircraft was deployed in Europe for the first time to participate in this exercise.
There are three biennial training exercises between India and France:
– “Garuda Exercise” with the Indian Air Force.
– “Varuna Exercise” with the Indian Navy.
– “Shakti Exercise” with the Indian Army.
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4. Which tennis player won the men’s singles title of US Open 2024?
a. Carlos Alcaraz
b. Taylor Fritz
c. Jannik Sinner
d. Novak Djokovic
Answer: c. Jannik Sinner
– The world’s number 1 tennis player, Jannik Sinner, has won the men’s singles title at the US Open.
– He defeated Taylor Fritz of the United States.
– He has become the first male tennis player from Italy to win the US Open.
2024 and 2023 Grand Slam winners (men’s singles)
Year, Tournament, Winner, Runner-up
– 2024, US Open, Jannik Sinner, Taylor Fritz
– 2024, Wimbledon, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic
– 2024, French Open, Carlos Alcaraz Alexander Zverev
– 2024, Australian Open, Jannik Sinner
– 2023, US Open, Novak Djokovic, Daniil Medvedev
– 2023, Wimbledon, Carlos Alcaraz, Novak Djokovic
– 2023, French Open, Novak Djokovic, Casper Ruud
– 2023, Australian Open, Novak Djokovic, Stefanos Tsitsipas
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5. Eminent film scholar Aruna Vasudev passed away on 5 September 2024, by which nickname was she known?
a. ‘Flying fairy’ of the film world
b. ‘Nightingale of the voice’
c. ‘Mother of Asian cinema’
d. ‘Dancer of Asian cinema’
Answer: c. ‘Mother of Asian cinema’
– Aruna Vasudev passed away due to age-related issues.
Aruna Vasudev (was 88 years old):
– Born: 1936 in British India.
– Education: Studied photography in New York and earned a doctorate in cinema and censorship in Paris.
– Career: Involved in the early decades of broadcast television in India.
– 1988: Became the founding editor of the film quarterly magazine “Cinemaya.”
– The magazine is dedicated to Asian cinema and is published from Delhi.
– Awards: Honored with a Lifetime Achievement Award.
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6. India and which country’s navies signed an agreement in September 2024 to enhance the safety of submarine crews?
a. Singapore
b. Japan
c. South Africa
d. Australia
Answer: c. South Africa
– The navies of India and South Africa signed an agreement on September 4, 2024.
– The purpose of this agreement is to ensure the safety of the South African Navy’s submarine crew in the event of a submarine accident.
– If needed, the Indian Navy will deploy its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) to provide assistance under this agreement.
– The agreement was signed by the Navy Chiefs of both countries.
– Indian Navy Chief: Admiral Dinesh K. Tripathi
– South African Navy Chief: Vice Admiral Monde Lobese
Why was the agreement made? Understanding the agreement:
– In September 2023, three personnel of the South African Navy died in an accident off the coast of Cape Town.
– The accident involved the submarine named SAS Manthatisi, which is one of three German submarines in service with the South African Navy.
– South Africa is one of the few African countries that has submarines.
– Therefore, this agreement with India will ensure that they have the right equipment and assistance available to prevent such incidents in the future.
How many DSRVs does India have?
– The Indian Navy has two Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicles (DSRVs).
– Both DSRVs are manufactured by James Fisher Defence (JFD), UK.
– The operation of the first DSRV (Mumbai) began in December 2018.
– The operation of the second DSRV (Visakhapatnam) began in April 2019.
– It can perform rescue operations at depths of up to approximately 650 meters (2,130 feet).
– It can rescue up to 14 people at a time.
– It also includes a remotely operated vehicle (ROV).
South Africa:
– Capital: Pretoria, Cape Town, and Bloemfontein
– Currency: South African Rand
– President: Cyril Ramaphosa
– Population: 59.9 million (2022)
– Languages: English, Afrikaans, and nine indigenous languages, with Zulu and Xhosa being the most widely spoken.
– Neighboring Countries: Namibia, Botswana, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Eswatini, and Lesotho (Lesotho is landlocked and entirely surrounded by South Africa).
– Oceans: Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean (South)
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7. Who became the oldest Indian to swim solo across the English Channel (between England and France)?
a. Siddhartha Agarwal
b. Rajendra Patel
c. Srikant Vishwanathan
d. Akhilesh Kumar
Answer: a. Siddhartha Agarwal (49 years)
What is the English Channel?
– The English Channel is a major waterway located between the Anglo-Norman Isles (UK) and France.
– It connects the North Sea to the Atlantic Ocean.
– Siddharth Agarwal became the oldest Indian to swim across the English Channel on August 29, 2024.
– It took Siddharth 15 hours and six minutes to swim the 42-kilometer stretch.
– He is 49 years old and is from Bengaluru.
Prior Record Holder:
– Before Siddharth Agarwal, the record for the oldest Indian to cross the English Channel was held by Sreekanth Vishwanathan, who achieved this feat in 2018.
– His name was listed in the Limca Book of Records.
– The record now belongs to Siddharth Agarwal.
Note: Who is the youngest and fastest para swimmer to cross the English Channel?
Answer: Jia Rai
– She is 16 years old and from Mumbai.
– She achieved this feat on July 28-29, 2024.
Additional Information:
– Siddharth Agarwal began his quest to swim across the English Channel in 2018, when he crossed the channel with a team of eight.
– That same year, Sreekanth Vishwanathan from Bengaluru swam across the English Channel alone at the age of 46, earning a place in the Limca Book of Records as the oldest swimmer.
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8. Rajasthan government has decided to amend the State Police Subordinate Service Rules, 1989 and approved what percentage of reservation for women in the police force?
a. 20%
b. 27%
c. 33%
d. 40%
Answer: c. 33%
Rajasthan Cabinet Decision:
– On September 4, 2024, the Rajasthan Cabinet approved this decision.
– Chief Minister Bhajan Lal Sharma chaired the cabinet meeting.
– The aim of this decision is to increase the participation of women in the police force and provide them with more employment opportunities.
– The Rajasthan Police Subordinate Service Rules, 1989, is a government notification that governs the recruitment, appointment, promotion, and service conditions for subordinate service positions in the Rajasthan Police Department.
About Rajasthan Police Force:
– Rajasthan Police is the official law enforcement agency of the state of Rajasthan, responsible for maintaining law and order in the state.
– Establishment: Formed in 1951.
– Headquarters: Jaipur, Rajasthan.
– Motto: “Service, Security, Peace.”
– Leadership: Operates under the Director General of Police (DGP).
– Main Functions: Maintaining law and order, crime prevention, investigation, traffic management.
– Recruitment: Conducted by RPSC and the Police Recruitment Board.
– Training: Provided at the Rajasthan Police Academy, Jaipur.
Rajasthan:
– Capital: Jaipur
– Chief Minister: Bhajan Lal Sharma
– Governor: Haribhai Kishanrao Bagde
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9. When is International Literacy Day celebrated?
a. 5 September
b. 6 September
c. 7 September
d. 8 September
Answer: d. 8 September
– UNESCO started celebrating this day in 1966.
– The decision to celebrate this day was taken on 7 November 1965.
Theme 2024
– Promoting multilingual education: Literacy for mutual understanding and peace.
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10. When is International Day for Clean Air for blue skies celebrated?
a. 6 September
b. 7 September
c. 8 September
d. 9 September
Answer: b. 7 September
Theme 2024
– Invest in Clean Air Now.
– This day has been declared by the United Nations General Assembly to strengthen international cooperation in improving air quality and reducing air pollution.
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11. When is Himalaya Day celebrated?
a. 9 September
b. 10 September
c. 11 September
d. 12 September
Answer: a. 9 September
– This day was declared by the then Chief Minister of Uttarakhand in 2015.
– The Himalayas play a crucial role in preserving and maintaining natural heritage and protecting the country from adverse weather conditions.
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12. When is World Suicide Prevention Day celebrated?
a. 9 September
b. 10 September
c. 11 September
d. 12 September
Answer: b. 10 September
Theme 2024
– Changing the Narrative on Suicide
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13. India’s first Asian King Jatayu (Vulture) Conservation and Breeding Center (JCBC) was established in which city, which was inaugurated by Yogi Adityanath?
a. Ludhiana
b. Gorakhpur
c. Asansol
d. Gonda
Answer: b. Gorakhpur
– Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Centre (JCBC)
– On September 6, 2024, Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister Yogi Adityanath inaugurated the JCBC.
– It is located in the Gorakhpur district.
Purpose of the Conservation Center:
– The Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Center has been established to preserve the endangered species of vultures.
Under which act are wild animals protected?
– Act: The Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972 provides protection to all wildlife in the country.
– Purpose: It regulates illegal hunting, trafficking, and illegal trade.
– Amendment: In 2003, the Act was amended to strengthen penalties and fines for offenses.
Jatayu Conservation and Breeding Center (JCBC):
– Area: It covers 1.5 hectares within the Gorakhpur forest area.
– Cost: It was constructed at an estimated cost of ₹15 crore.
Facilities:
– Various enclosures for vultures.
– A hospital for sick vultures.
– A food preparation and training center for vulture feed.
– An incubation center for vulture eggs.
Objective of the Conservation Center:
– The primary goal is to breed vultures and maintain a sustainable population of the species by eventually releasing them into the wild.
– It is a 15-year project aiming to raise at least 40 vultures.
Note: The Asian King Vulture is a bird found in North India.
Uttar Pradesh:
– Chief Minister: Yogi Adityanath
– Governor: Anandiben Patel
– Capital: Lucknow
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14. Name the French Prime Minister who took charge in September 2024?
a. Michel Barnier
b. Marine Le Pen
c. Lucie Castets
d. Gabriel Attal
Answer: a. Michel Barnier
– On September 5, 2024, French President Emmanuel Macron’s office appointed Michel Barnier as the new Prime Minister.
– Barnier is a former Brexit negotiator for the European Union.
– He was involved in negotiations between the EU and the UK over Brexit from 2016 to 2021.
– Barnier has previously held various positions in the country’s governments and was once the European Union Commissioner.
– He had attempted to run against President Emmanuel Macron in the 2021 presidential election but did not receive sufficient support within his party.
Parliamentary Election Results:
– President Macron had accepted the resignation of former Prime Minister Gabriel Attal and his government in July.
– Subsequently, during the 2024 parliamentary elections, the coalition led by the then Prime Minister Gabriel Attal faced defeat.
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