GK - Current Affairs - October 9, 2024

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On October 9, 2024, GK and quiz enthusiasts explore diverse current affairs, from Haryana elections to Chandrayaan's progress. Scientists Geoffrey Hinton and John Hopfield’s insights into AI captivate minds, while discussions span topics like atomic energy, UAE’s e-commerce, Maha Kumbh, and academic freedom. Sports like tennis and pickleball also feature prominently.

GK Quiz Questions & Answers

Ques. Who won the 2024 Physics Nobel Prize?
Ans. Professor Geoffrey Hinton and Professor John Hopfield were awarded the 2024 Nobel Prize in Physics for their work on artificial neural networks and the potential risks of artificial intelligence (AI).

Ques. Who won the 2024 Haryana Assembly Elections?

Ans. In the 2024 assembly elections, the BJP won in Haryana. 

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Ques. Who was the standout player in India's Women's Tennis win in the first Medal at the Asian Championship?
Ans. Ayhika Mukherjee was the standout player in India's Women's Tennis win in the first Medal at the Asian Championship.

Ques. Where was the 2024 World Pickleball Championship Series held for the first time in India?
Ans. The 2024 World Pickleball Championship Series was held for the first time in Mumbai.

Ques. What is the “Free to Think 2024” annual report regarding India?
Ans. According to the “Free to Think 2024” annual report by the Scholars at Risk (SAR) Academic Freedom Monitoring Project, India has seen a drastic decline in its academic freedom index from 0.6 points in 2013 to just 0.2 points in 2023. 

Ques. What will be the Indian E-Commerce Market by 2030?
Ans. According to a Deloitte report, the Indian e-commerce market is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21%, reaching $325 billion by 2030. 

Ques. What is the India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT)?

Ans. The India-UAE Bilateral Investment Treaty (BIT), is to relax conditions for UAE investors, and faster access to Investor-State Dispute Settlement (ISDS).

Ques. What is Lupex?

Ans. Lupex means the Lunar Polar Exploration Mission (Lupex) in collaboration between ISRO and Japan’s JAXA, aims to explore the Moon for water and other resources. 

Ques. What is the MACE?

Ans. The MACE (Major Atmospheric Cherenkov Experiment) Observatory is an astronomical observatory located at Hanle in the Ladakh region of India. 

(It is Asia's largest and the world's highest-imaging Cherenkov telescope for cosmic-ray research and study of high-energy gamma rays and energetic events in the universe.)

Ques. What is the iDEX Programme?

Ans. The iDEX (Innovations for Defence Excellence) programme is an initiative launched by the Indian Ministry of Defence to foster innovation and modernize the defence sector in India.

Ques. What are MSMEs?

Ans. MSMEs are Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises.

Ques. What is DSA?

Ans. DSA stands for Defence Space Agency, which is a tri-service agency of the Indian Armed Forces that operates India's space-warfare and satellite intelligence assets.

Ques. What is ICG?

Ans. The Indian Coast Guard (ICG) is a maritime law enforcement and search and rescue agency that operates under the Ministry of Defence.

Ques. What is GRSE?

Ans. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers Limited (GRSE) is a Public Sector Undertaking (PSU) that plays a key role in the Indian defense industry

Ques. What are ADITI 2.0?

Ans. ADITI 2.0 is a scheme that challenges innovators, MSMEs, and startups to address 19 problem statements from the Armed Forces, DSA, ICG, and GRSE and DISC.

Ques. What is DISC 12?

Ans. DISC 12, or the 12th edition of the Defence India Start-up Challenge, is an initiative to support innovators, MSMEs, and start-ups in developing defense products and prototypes. 

Ques. What is CODEX?

Ans. CODEX is an official list of medicines, chemicals, etc.

Ques. What is Codex Alimentarius?

Ans.Codex Alimentarius is a collection of internationally recognized standards, guidelines, and codes of practice established by the FAO and WHO to ensure food safety and fair trade practices.

Ques. What is Anubhav portal about?

Ans. Anubhav Portal is a platform for retiring or retired Government employees to share their valuable experiences and insights gained during their service tenure.

Ques. Where is the Climate Institute launched?

Ans. Ahmedabad University has launched the Climate Institute, focusing on Energy and Climate Change, Cities and Settlements, and Air and Water. particularly for the Global South. 

Ques. What is the Symbolism of the 2025 Maha Kumbh Logo?
Ans. The logo for the 2025 Maha Kumbh combines symbols like the Akshayvat tree and Lord Hanuman, representing spiritual significance. The motto is "Sarvasiddhipradah Kumbhah," with the Amrit Kalash symbolizing Lord Vishnu at the mouth and Rudra at the neck.

Ques. Whare was the Golden Jubilee of Ustad Allauddin Khan Festival held?
Ans. The Ustad Allauddin Khan Festival's golden jubilee held in Maihar, Madhya Pradesh in 2024.

Ques. Which fish' genome was sequenced by Australian Scientists?
Ans. Australian scientists have sequenced the full genome of the critically endangered Spotted Handfish. 

Ques. What is the purpose of Hera Asteroid Probe?

Ans. Europe's Hera asteroid probe launched from Florida aboard a SpaceX Falcon 9 rocket to revisit the Dimorphos asteroid and to conduct a detailed post-impact survey and assess whether deflecting an asteroid could prevent potential Earth impact.

Ques. Name the comet that viewed from the Earth in October 2024?
Ans. Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS  was viewed from the Earth in October 2024.

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