Current Affairs Interactive Quiz, 28 April – 4 May 2014

Microsoft completed the acquisition of Nokia's mobile handset business on 26 April 2014.

Justice Rajendra Mal Lodha was sworn-in as the 41st Chief Justice of India as the successor of Justice P. Sathasivam.

Justice Harilal Jekisundas Kania was the first Chief Justice of India.

The correct answer is Ireland's Dublin Zoo because Polo, the gorilla, was gifted to the Mysore zoo by Dublin Zoo.

Luis Suarez of Liverpool was named as the Professional Footballers' Association Player of the Year at an award ceremony on 28 April 2014 in London.

Ramesh Agrawal won the prestigious Goldman Environmental Prize for the year 2014, also known as the Green Nobel.

NR Narayana Murthy was the recipient of the 2014 Canada India Foundation Chachalani Global Indian Award.

Wimbledon is the correct answer because on 29 April 2014, the sports authority announced an increase of 10.8 percent in the total prize amount for the year.

The correct answer is Judicial Magistrate. The Supreme Court of India, on 29 April 2014, ruled that a Judicial Magistrate should be designated to record the statement of rape victims within 24 hours instead of police officials. This decision was made to ensure a more sensitive and unbiased approach towards the victims and to expedite the process of justice.

Imtiaz Rashid Qureshi is the correct answer because he registered a First Information Report (FIR) in Pakistan in April 2014 to prove the innocence of Bhagat Singh in the murder case of the Lahore SSP, John P Saunders in 1928. This action by Qureshi highlights his belief in Bhagat Singh's innocence and his efforts to seek justice for him even after many years had passed.

The correct answer is UAE. Mahatma Gandhi Pravasi Suraksha Yojana (MGPSY) was launched in the UAE in April 2014 in partnership with a leading Indian financial and health care service player.

George Clooney stepped down from his role as UN's Messenger of Peace amid reports of his engagement with a human rights lawyer.

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Retired Judge MB Shah has been appointed as the Chairman of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) to monitor the probe into the black money case by the Supreme Court of India. He will provide guidance and direction to the SIT in investigating all cases of black money in the country and abroad.

The correct answer is Donald Sterling. In May 2014, the NBA banned the owner of the Los Angeles Clippers, Donald Sterling, for life and fined him $2.5 million. This action was taken after Sterling made an alleged racist remark about African-American spectators in the stands. The NBA's swift and severe punishment was a response to Sterling's offensive comments, showing the league's commitment to promoting equality and inclusivity.

Namibia is the correct answer because it is the African country that will use India-made Electronic Voting Machines (EVMs) in its Presidential Election, scheduled in November 2014.

Manish Shah is the correct answer because he is an Indian-American who was confirmed by the US Senate as a federal judge in Illinois. The other options, Vijay Gandhi, Ami Bera, and Vijay K Nambiar, are not relevant to the question and do not hold the same position as Manish Shah.

The correct answer is Rakhigarhi. Archaeologists discovered a granary with walls made of mud-bricks during an excavation at a Harappan civilisation site. The excavation took place from January to April 2014. Rakhigarhi is the place where this granary was discovered.

Johannesburg agreed to allow the construction of a Gurudwara in the city on 1 May 2014.

Balwinder Singh is not the recipient of Kriti Chakra. This can be inferred from the question which states that the President of India conferred Gallantry Awards on 55 personnel for their distinguished service and bravery. Since Balwinder Singh is not mentioned as a recipient of Kriti Chakra, it can be concluded that he is not one of the awardees.

Manavjit Singh Sandhu is the correct answer because he achieved the third spot in the world rankings after winning gold at the ISSF World Cup in Tucson, USA, in March 2014. This victory and his performance in the competition elevated his ranking and established him as one of the top trap shooters in the world.

Bhaag Milkha Bhaag received the highest awards in different categories in the IIFA Awards 2014.

Sania Mirza of India and Cara Black of Zimbabwe won the women's doubles title at the WTA Portugal Open 2014 held in Portugal on 3 May 2014.

Sania and Cara Black of Zimbabwe won a total of 3 titles, including the WTA Portugal Open 2014.

India is ranked 3rd on the list of LEED outside the United States, according to the US Green Building Council. This indicates that India has made significant progress in adopting sustainable building practices and has a large number of LEED-certified buildings. The ranking reflects India's commitment to environmental sustainability and its efforts to promote green building practices in the country.

World Press Freedom Day is observed annually on 3 May. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about the importance of press freedom and defending the media from attacks on their independence. It serves as a reminder to governments and societies to respect and uphold the right to freedom of expression and the press. The date was chosen by the United Nations General Assembly in 1993 to commemorate the Windhoek Declaration on media pluralism and independence.

The correct answer is June to September. In India, the monsoon season typically begins in June and lasts until September. During this time, the country experiences heavy rainfall and high humidity. The monsoon season is crucial for agriculture in India as it provides the necessary water for crops to grow. This period is also associated with cooler temperatures and relief from the scorching summer heat.

Adhiban of India won the Asian Continental Chess Championship 2014.

Rajeev Suri is the correct answer because he is the President and CEO of Nokia.

Farhan Akhtar received the award in Performance in a Leading Role (Male) for his role in the film Bhaag Milkha Bhaag.

India is referred to as the third largest economy in the recent World Bank Report in terms of Purchasing Power Parity. This means that India is ranked as the third country with the highest GDP when taking into account the cost of living and inflation rates. The report indicates that India has a significant economic presence globally, trailing behind only two other countries in terms of its economic size.