Current Affairs Interactive Quiz: 12 May -18 May 2014

Qatar announced on 14 May 2014 that it would abolish its controversial sponsorship system for foreign workers. This system, known as the "kafala" system, tied migrant workers to their employers, often leading to exploitation and abuse. The decision to abolish this system was seen as a positive step towards improving the rights and conditions of foreign workers in Qatar.

The given correct answer is that Statement I and II are right. This means that the sponsorship system for foreign workers does mandate that expatriates must be sponsored by a local employer to get a permit, and it is also known as the Kafala system.

205 coal miners were killed in a coal pit collapse in Soma, Turkey.

Shah Rukh Khan was featured on the cover page of Forbes Middle East's Top Indian Leaders in Arab World 2014 issue. This recognition highlights his influence and success in the entertainment industry, both in India and the Arab world. As one of the most popular Bollywood actors, Shah Rukh Khan has a massive fan following and has made significant contributions to the Indian film industry. This recognition by Forbes Middle East further solidifies his position as a prominent Indian figure in the Arab world.

The World Migratory Bird Day 2014 was observed across the world on 10-11 May 2014. This means that the event took place over a two-day period, allowing for more participation and awareness about migratory birds.

Justice BS Chauhan was appointed as the Chairman of the Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal on 14 May 2014.

The Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal (CWDT) was constituted by the Government of India in 1990. This tribunal was established to resolve the long-standing water disputes between the states of Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala, and Puducherry over the sharing of Cauvery river water. The tribunal was formed as a result of the increasing conflicts and disagreements between the states regarding water distribution. The CWDT played a crucial role in examining the water availability, demands, and needs of each state, and eventually issued a final order in 2007 to regulate the sharing of Cauvery river water among the states.

The theme of the World Migratory Bird Day (WMBD) 2014 is "Destination Flyways: Migratory Birds and Tourism". This theme suggests that the focus of the event is on promoting the conservation of migratory birds and their habitats, while also highlighting the potential for tourism related to bird watching and bird migration. The theme emphasizes the importance of protecting and preserving the flyways that migratory birds use, while also recognizing the economic and recreational value that bird tourism can bring to local communities.

Malik Bendjelloul is the correct answer because he was the Oscar-winning documentary filmmaker who made the film "Searching for Sugar Man." He recently passed away at the age of 36.

Article 19 (a) of the Constitution of India guarantees the right to freedom of speech and expression. This includes the right to access information, which allows citizens to have the right to know about a candidate's assets and liabilities. The recent judgement by the Supreme Court aligns with this article as it ensures transparency in elections and empowers citizens to make informed decisions while voting.

According to the US EIA's annual Energy Outlook estimation, India is projected to become the third largest oil consumer in the world. This suggests that India's demand for oil is expected to increase significantly, surpassing several other countries and placing it among the top three largest consumers globally.

Russi Mody is the correct answer to this question. He was the former Chairman and Managing Director of Tata Steel and was known as the Grand Old Man of Steel. He passed away on 16 May 2014.

Serena Williams of the US won the Women's Italian Tennis Open 2014 for the third time on 18 May 2014. This can be inferred from the given information that Serena Williams won the tournament.

Novak Djokovic of Serbia won the Men's Italian Tennis Open 2014 for the third time on 18 May 2014.

MBuddy is the correct answer because it is the instant messaging app launched by Sistema Shyam Teleservices specifically for feature phones.

Article 85 (2)(b) of the Constitution of India states that the President of India has the power to dissolve the Lok Sabha. In this case, the President, Pranab Mukherjee, dissolved the 15th Lok Sabha on 18 May 2014. Therefore, the correct answer is Article 85 (2)(b).

The correct answer is Karnataka and Tamil Nadu. The Cauvery Water Disputes Tribunal was established specifically to address the water dispute between these two states. The tribunal's main objective was to provide a ruling on the allocation of Cauvery river water between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, as well as other related issues concerning the river valley.

Nabam Tuki was sworn-in as the eighth Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh on 18 May 2014 at the Raj Bhavan in Itanagar.

Pankaj Advani won the Cricket Club of India (CCI) Classic Billiards and Snooker tournament on 14 May 2014.

The correct answer is P J Nayak. The question is asking for the person who headed the Committee to Review Governance of Boards of Banks in India, which submitted its report to the Reserve Bank of India. The other options, Bimal Jalan, Aditya Puri, and C Rangarajan, were not mentioned as the head of this committee in the given information.

All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK) emerged as the third largest party in the recently declared results of General Election 2014.

Captain Krishna Nair is the founder of Leela Group of Hotels. He passed away on 17 May 2014 in Mumbai at the age of 91.

Jawahar Lal Nehru was the longest serving Prime Minister of India because he held the position for 17 years, from 1947 until his death in 1964. Indira Gandhi served as Prime Minister for a total of 15 years, but her terms were not consecutive. Manmohan Singh served as Prime Minister for 10 years, from 2004 to 2014. Gulzari Lal Nanda served as interim Prime Minister twice, but his total tenure was only 13 days. Therefore, Jawahar Lal Nehru had the longest tenure as Prime Minister of India.

Indira Talwani was confirmed as the federal judge in Massachusetts by the US Senate on 13 May 2014.

Meghalaya is the correct answer because on 14 May 2014, the state banned rat-hole mining and transportation of coal throughout the state to comply with the ex-parte interim order of the National Green Tribunal. This decision was made in order to address the environmental concerns and protect the ecology of the state.

Kristin Lund of Norway is the correct answer because she was appointed as the first-ever female to head a UN peacekeeping force in its entire history. This appointment took place on 12 May 2014 when she was appointed to head the UN Peacekeeping Force in Cyprus (UNFICYP).

Odisha is the correct answer because on 14 May 2014, the Odisha State Government signed an agreement with TiE Silicon Valley to develop the state as an IT hub and attract US investment. This agreement was a part of Odisha's efforts to promote the IT sector and boost economic growth in the state.

Apple and Google settled the long-running patent war over smartphones on 16 May 2014. This agreement ended the litigation between the two tech giants, which had been ongoing for several years. The settlement included a cross-licensing agreement, allowing both companies to access each other's patents. This resolution was significant as it brought an end to one of the most high-profile legal battles in the technology industry and allowed both companies to focus on innovation rather than litigation.

The Delhi Chief Secretary will chair the committee because the Lieutenant Governor of Delhi appointed a High Powered Committee to address pollution levels in the national capital and the Chief Secretary is typically the highest-ranking administrative officer in the state government.

Ehud Olmert, the former Prime Minister of Israel, was sentenced to six years in prison by the Tel Aviv District Court in 2014 for his involvement in corrupt practices related to real estate projects. This decision was made by the court based on the evidence and charges against him.