GK Current Affairs Quiz - November 27, 2024

Stay updated with Nov 27, 2024, current affairs, covering diverse topics like Aditya L1's solar mission, shifts in Earth's axis, and Colombo Call's climate appeal. Explore advancements such as the Great Nicobar project, Atal Innovation Mission, and PAN 2.0. Learn about Aadhar-enabled payments, diabetes care advancements, and TeacherApp's educational push. Discover Sri Lanka's Voyage tourism campaign, Yamandú Orsi's leadership highlights, and Nayi Chetna, a movement fostering change in India. Perfect for quizzes and general knowledge enthusiasts!

GK Quiz Questions and Answers

Ques. What is the significance of Aditya L.1?

Ans. Aditya-L1, India’s first solar mission by ISRO, studies the Sun from 1.5 million km away at Lagrange Point 1 (L1). It carries seven tools, including Velc, to monitor solar flares, coronal mass ejections (CMEs), and space weather impacts. L1 provides an uninterrupted Sun view for real-time observations. 

Aditya L.1

Ques. What has shifted Earth's axis by 31.5 inches?

Ans. A study reveals that over-pumping groundwater has shifted Earth's axis by 31.5 inches in 20 years. Groundwater depletion impacts global systems, raising sea levels and affecting planetary stability.

Earth Axis Tilt

Ques. What is the 'Colombo Call to Action?' 

Ans. The 'Colombo Call to Action' aims to combat diabetes in WHO South-East Asia, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and education under the Global Diabetes Compact to reduce risks and ensure quality care access.

Colombo Call to Action

Ques. What are the benefits of TeacherApp?

Ans. The TeacherApp, launched by Bharti Airtel Foundation in New Delhi, enhances teachers' skills with 260+ hours of content, live expert sessions, teaching kits, and resources. Aligned with NEP 2020, it supports professional growth and modern classroom strategies.

TeachersApp

Ques. What is the aim of the Great Nicobar Island project?

Ans. The Great Nicobar Island project has been approved after extensive environmental assessments by ZSI, WII, IISc, IITs, and NIOT to balance national security and development with management plans to mitigate environmental impacts.

Great Nicobar Islands

Ques. What is the target of Atal Innovation Mission 2.0?

Ans. Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 will last until March 2028. It aims to boost innovation, entrepreneurship, startups, and job quality through initiatives like language-inclusive programs, regional outreach, deep-tech support, and industry collaboration, enhancing India’s global competitiveness and innovation ecosystem.

Atal Innovation Mission

Ques. What is the Aadhaar Enabled Payment System?

Ans. The Aadhaar Enabled Payment System (AEPS) revolutionizes rural banking by enabling cash withdrawals, deposits, and transfers through Aadhaar and biometric authentication, by connecting directly to the AEPS directly to the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) network. It ensures financial inclusion, reducing reliance on traditional banks and bringing services to local merchants.

Aadhaar Enabled Payment System

Ques. What is the PAN 2.0 Project?

Ans. The PAN 2.0 upgrade Project aims to add QR codes and make PAN a common business identifier. The paperless, online system will streamline services, enhance security, and improve registration for taxpayers.

PAN 2.0

Ques. What is Voyage Sri Lanka 2024?

Ans. The Voyage Sri Lanka conference in Colombo emphasized the blue economy's role in the Indian Ocean, wherein India supports Sri Lanka in energy, ports, and wind energy projects. It is aligned with India's G20 presidency which focuses on a sustainable and resilient blue economy. Indian blue economy contributes 4% to India’s GDP and covers 95% of all international trade by volume.

Voyage Sri Lanka 2024

Ques. Who is the newly elected President of Uruguay?

Ans. Yamandú Orsi of the Broad Front alliance has been elected Uruguay’s president.

Yamandú Orsi 

Ques. What is the Nayi Chetna campaign?

Ans. The Nayi Chetna campaign aims to assist women in every village through self-help groups to combat gender violence. It is organised by the Deendayal Antyodaya Yojana – National Rural Livelihoods Mission under the Ministry of Rural Development.

Nayi Chetna Campaign

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