Current Affairs Quiz/Questions-answers September 2013, September 9-september 15

Serena Williams emerged as the winner of the US Open Tennis Tournament 2013 by defeating Victoria Azarenka during the women's singles final at New York.

In 2013, Syria agreed to hand over its chemical weapons arsenal and sign the Chemical Weapons Convention. This decision was made in response to international pressure and concerns about the use of chemical weapons in the Syrian civil war. The agreement was seen as a significant step towards preventing the use of chemical weapons and promoting peace in the region.

The National Development Council (NDC) in its 53rd meeting held on 29 May, 2007 adopted a resolution to launch a Food Security Mission comprising rice, wheat and pulses.

The Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Bill, 2012 was passed by the Rajya Sabha on 4 September 2013. It has already been passed by the Lok Sabha.

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is the correct answer because it is the central banking institution in India responsible for issuing and controlling the country's currency. As part of its monetary policy measures, the RBI introduced norms for a currency swap window from Mumbai. This allows authorized entities to swap foreign currency with Indian rupees to manage liquidity and stabilize the exchange rate. The Finance Ministry, SEBI, and MCX are not the correct answers as they do not have the authority to issue norms for currency swap windows.

On 4 September 2013, the President of Afghanistan approved a legislative decree to allocate a special seat in the Lower House of Parliament for Sikh and Hindu Afghan Nationals. This decision was made to ensure representation and inclusion of these minority groups in the political system of the country.

Thomas Bach was elected as the ninth President of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) on 10 September 2013. He succeeded Jacques Rogge, who had been the President of the IOC since 2001. Prior to his election, Bach served as the eighth President of the IOC.

India and Japan agreed to look forward for the development of an Electronics Manufacturing Township in New Delhi on 10 September 2013. This agreement signifies the collaboration between the two countries in the field of electronics manufacturing and their commitment to promoting economic development and technological advancements in India. Japan, known for its expertise in electronics manufacturing, is expected to bring in investments, technology, and knowledge to support the development of this township, ultimately boosting India's electronics industry and contributing to its economic growth.

Under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000, the “juvenile” or “child” means a person who has not completed eighteenth year of age and “juvenile in conflict” with law means a juvenile who is alleged to have committed an offence.

Ellen Johnson Sirleaf was conferred the Indira Gandhi Prize for Peace, Disarmament and Development by the President of India. This indicates that she is the president of a country. The correct answer, Liberian President, aligns with this information.

"The Lowland" is the correct answer because it was one of the six books shortlisted for the Man Booker Prize in 2013. Jhumpa Lahiri's novel explores the story of two brothers and the impact of political events on their lives. The book received critical acclaim for its compelling narrative and well-developed characters, earning it a place on the prestigious Man Booker Prize shortlist.

India and Malaysia: Intertwined Strands is authored by former Diplomat Veena Sikri. The book is written for the Institute of South East Asian Studies (ISEAS), Singapore.

The present incumbent Regional Director for WHO South-East Asia Region is Samlee Plianbangchang from Thailand and has served at the post for 10 years.

M. Hamid Ansari presented the First Sree Narayan Guru Global Secular & Peace Award 2013 to Dr. Shashi Tharoor in Thiruvananthpuram, Kerala.

Ray Dolby was an American engineer and the pioneer of noise reduction in audio recordings. He revolutionized the audio industry with his invention of the Dolby noise reduction system, which greatly improved the quality of sound in recordings and films. Dolby's contributions to the field earned him numerous awards and accolades, and his technology continues to be widely used today. He passed away on September 12, 2013, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the world of audio engineering.

The Minister for Information & Broadcasting Manish Tewari on 9 September 2013 launched the online portal for the Bharat Nirman Campaign.

In September 2013, Ryan Campbell became the youngest person to fly a single engine aircraft solo around the globe.

In September 2013, the Government of India and the Government of Japan decided to expand their bilateral currency swap arrangement from 15 billion US dollars to 50 billion US dollars till December 2015. This means that the two countries agreed to increase the amount of currency that can be exchanged between them, which helps in promoting trade and investment between the two nations.

Afghanistan won the South Asian Football Federations (SAFF) Championship 2013 by defeating India, the defending champions, with a score of 2-0 at Dashrath Rangashala stadium in Kathmandu, Nepal.

Voyager 1 is the correct answer because on September 12, 2013, it became the first human-made object to venture into interstellar space according to NASA.

Sunila Abeysekera was a researcher, advocate, and spokesperson within Sri Lanka. She was internationally recognised as one of important human rights activists.

The correct answer is "Under the control of the Department of Consumer Affairs under the Ministry of Food". This means that before September 9, 2013, the Forward Markets Commission (FMC) was under the administrative control of the Department of Consumer Affairs, which is a part of the Ministry of Food. This information suggests that the FMC was previously regulated by the Department of Consumer Affairs before being transferred to the Ministry of Finance.

Russia lifted the ban on import of non-basmati rice from India on 10 September 2013, which will eventually lead to an increase in the export of non-basmati rise from India.

The Reserve Bank of India constituted an expert committee in 2013 to examine its current monetary policy framework. This suggests that the central bank wanted to evaluate and potentially make changes to its existing policies and strategies related to the management of money supply, interest rates, and inflation control. The committee's findings and recommendations would have helped the RBI in formulating a more effective and efficient monetary policy framework to ensure stability and growth in the Indian economy.

India and Japan on 12 September 2013 agreed to expand co-operation in the films sector particularly in co-production of animation films.

Ashok Vemuri was appointed as the President and CEO of iGate Corporation on 11 September 2013. In addition to his role as CEO, he will also serve on the board of the company.

IRCTC launched the new application for Windows Phone and Windows 8 devices so as to facilitate the users with a new channel of booking e-tickets in addition to the existing portal.

ACMA, the apex body of auto components manufacturers, elected Harish Lakshman as the new President on 10 September 2013.

The presence of khapra beetles pest in rice and aflatoxin contamination of peanuts was the main reason for the ban on rice and oilseeds.

The MoU was signed for setting up a Centre of Excellence and Ethics at Ajmer, Rajasthan.

The Health Ministers of 11 SEARO countries adopted the New Delhi Declaration on High Blood Pressure on 10 September 2013.

Bilateral security matters between India and Mozambique were reviewed at the Minister’s level meeting held in New Delhi on 12 September 2013.