GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda - 10 December 2024

GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda  - 10 December 2024

Astrobee, Astronaut Robot, Flying Robot

Astrobee

Today’s current affairs highlight significant topics: Mohammad al-Jolani’s influence in Syria, Bashar al-Assad’s leadership, NASA’s Astrobee flying robot, Sanjay Malhotra’s contributions, INS Tushil’s advancements, and Trishakti Sappers’ role. Stay updated with GKToday, Testbook, and Current Affairs Adda for detailed insights into global events and developments as of 10 December 2024.


GKToday Testbook Current Affairs Adda - Questions & Answers

Ques.Who is Mohammad al-Jolani?
Ans. Mohammad al-Jolani the leader of Hay'at Tahrir al-Sham (HTS). He was the commander of Jabhat al-Nusra during the Syrian civil war. He played a prominent role in ousting Bashar al-Asad's rule in Syria.

Ques. What is an astrobee?
Ans. NASA developed the Astrobee, a cube-shaped, free-flying robot to assist astronauts on the International Space Station. Equipped with cameras, sensors, and robotic arms, it performs tasks like inventory management, environmental monitoring, and equipment inspections, reducing crew workload and aiding in scientific research in microgravity environments.

Ques. Who is the new RBI Governor?
Ans. Sanjay Malhotra has been appointed RBI Governor He did Electrical Engineering (IIT Kanpur) and Public Policy (Princeton University).

Ques. What is INS Tushil?
Ans. INS Tushil is a stealth-guided missile frigate. It has multi-role capabilities, and state-of-the-art sensors and weapon systems for air, surface, and subsurface warfare. It was built under a 2016 India-Russia agreement.

Ques. What is the Jiyo Parsi scheme?
Ans. The Jiyo Parsi scheme aims to stop the decline in India's Parsi population. It dropped from 1.14 lakh in 1941 to 57,000 in 2011. It provides financial assistance for infertility treatments. The scheme was initiated by the Ministry of Minority Affairs under the National Commission of Minorities Act of 1992.

Ques. Who are The Trishakti Sappers?
Ans. The Trishakti Sappers is a unit of the Indian Army's Eastern Command which has received national acclaim for their pioneering Advanced Flood Monitoring System (AFMS). Sappers is a soldier who does jobs such as building bridges, repairing roads, and laying and clearing landmines 

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