GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda - 8 December 2024

GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  - 8 December 2024

Albatross, Sea Gull, Oldest Bird

Albatross

GKToday, Testbook, and Adda Current Affairs (8 December 2024)**: Key highlights include the albatross "Wisdom," Michelle Bachelet, Indira Gandhi Prize, drylands strategy, photovoltaics, Mekong-Ganga Dhammayatra, MuleHunter.AI, and more. Explore updates and insights from top platforms.


GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  Questions & Answers

Ques. Name the bird with the longest lifespan?
Ans. The bird with the longest lifespan is the albatross, particularly the Laysan albatross. These seabirds can live over 60 years, with some individuals exceeding this age. "Wisdom," a Laysan albatross, is the oldest known wild bird, laid her 60th egg at 74 years old, showcasing their remarkable longevity and resilience.

Ques. Who has been awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Peace, Disarmament, and Development Prize?
Ans. The former president of Chile Michelle Bachelet has been awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament, and Development. She was selected Bachelet for her outstanding contributions to human rights and equality. The prize is awarded annually to individuals or organizations that promote international peace and development. 

Ques. What is the 2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands?
Ans. "2030 Global Strategy for Resilient Drylands (GSRD)" targets Asia and Africa's drylands to improve food security and biodiversity. It addresses water scarcity, land degradation, and desertification through solar agrivoltaics, agroforestry, better livestock feeding, and climate-resilient crops like barley and chickpeas.

Ques. What is Mekong-Ganga Dhammayatra?
Ans. The Mekong Ganga Dhammayatra pilgrimage is an event that aims to enhance connections between the Mekong and Ganga civilizations in Thailand and India. It seeks to spread the message of Dhamma for global peace and environmental awareness.

Ques. What is MuleHunter.AI?
Ans. MuleHunter.AI is an AI tool to combat financial fraud accurately and to enhance the identification of suspicious transactions specifically targeting mule accounts used in illegal activities. (A mule is someone who transports money laundering or drug trafficking cybersecurity context)


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