Current Affairs Interactive Quiz: September 1 – September 7, 2014

Abhishek Bachchan is the correct answer because he is the owner of Jaipur Pink Panthers (JPP) team that won the inaugural title of the Star Sports Pro Kabaddi League in 2014.

Saakshar Bharat Awards are presented every year on World Literacy Day. This day is celebrated globally to raise awareness about the importance of literacy and to promote literacy for all. The Saakshar Bharat Awards recognize and honor individuals and organizations that have made significant contributions towards improving literacy rates and promoting education in India. By presenting these awards on World Literacy Day, it highlights the importance of literacy in empowering individuals and communities and encourages further efforts in this field.

The correct answer is Kerala. Palaniswamy Sathasivam, the former Chief Justice of India, was appointed as the Governor of Kerala on 3 September 2014.

Delhi recently made it mandatory for women to wear helmets while riding a two-wheeler. This indicates that the state government of Delhi has implemented a new rule or law requiring women to wear helmets for their safety while riding a two-wheeler. It is important to note that this rule is specific to Delhi and may not apply to other states in India.

Sattiraju Lakshminarayana, also known as Bapu, was a renowned Telugu filmmaker. He was not a Telugu novelist, Marathi environmentalist, or Marathi filmmaker. Bapu's contributions to the Telugu film industry were significant, and he was well-known for his unique storytelling and artistic style. His death in Chennai on 31 August 2014 marked the end of an era in Telugu cinema.

Carolina Marin became the first Spaniard to win the World Badminton Championship held in Copenhagen, Denmark.

A Nageswara Rao became the first Indian actor to be honoured by the US Postal service with the release of a postage stamp of his.

India was ranked 71st in the World Economic Forum's annual Global Competitiveness list for the year 2014-15. This ranking indicates India's position in terms of its competitiveness in the global market. A higher ranking suggests that the country has a favorable environment for businesses and is more likely to attract investments. Conversely, a lower ranking indicates that there may be challenges and barriers to economic growth and development.

Vinod Kumar Duggal resigned as the Governor of Manipur.

Ecuador is the correct answer because the Central Bank of Ecuador recently announced its plan to introduce the world's first digital currency. This move aims to modernize the country's financial system and provide a secure and efficient payment method for its citizens. By implementing a digital currency, Ecuador seeks to reduce reliance on physical cash and promote financial inclusion for its population.

Visa X is a type of visa that allows foreigners to stay in India for 180 days without the need for registration with FROs/FRROs. This means that foreigners can stay in India for a longer duration without the hassle of going through the registration process. It offers convenience and flexibility for foreigners visiting or staying in India for an extended period of time.

Amartya Sen is the correct answer because he is the Chairman of the Governing Body of the revived Nalanda University. Nalanda University is an international institution for the pursuit of intellectual, philosophical, and spiritual knowledge. Amartya Sen, an Indian economist and philosopher, was appointed as the Chairman of the Governing Body in 2012. He is a renowned scholar and Nobel laureate, known for his contributions to welfare economics and development economics. As the Chairman, he plays a crucial role in overseeing the governance and direction of the university.

Maya Rao, who recently passed away, was a renowned Kathak dancer. Kathak is one of the major classical dance forms of India, characterized by its intricate footwork, graceful movements, and expressive storytelling. Maya Rao's expertise and recognition in the field of Kathak dance highlight her significant contributions to the art form.

Himachal Pradesh is the correct answer because its High Court banned animal sacrifice in any place of public religious worship to appease deities throughout the state on 1 September 2014.

The correct answer is H R Khan panel. The Union Ministry of Finance constituted the H R Khan panel on 3 September 2014 to investigate unclaimed public provident fund and postal savings. This panel was tasked with examining the issue of unclaimed funds and suggesting measures to facilitate their return to the rightful owners.

Zakir Hussain is not a part of the set of eight Commemorative Postage Stamps on Indian Musicians released by President Pranab Mukherjee on 3 September 2014.

The Supreme Court of India asked the Union Government to clarify its stand on granting dual citizenship to children born in India via an Indian surrogate mother. This implies that the court is seeking clarity on whether these children should be granted dual citizenship or not. The question also rules out the other options of granting dual citizenship to Bollywood actors who are granted citizens by other countries and residents of Jammu and Kashmir, indicating that the focus is specifically on children born via an Indian surrogate mother.

The correct answer is 7 percent. The Union Government approved a 7 percent hike in Dearness Allowance (DA) to Central Government employees and Dearness Relief (DR) to pensioners. This means that the employees and pensioners will receive an increase of 7 percent in their allowances and relief, respectively.

The correct answer is KPMG-FICCI. This implies that the study on medical tourism destinations titled Medical Value Travel in India was released jointly by KPMG and FICCI.

Zimbabwe defeated Australia for the first time in over three decades in the one-day match played in 2014. The last time Zimbabwe defeated Australia was in the 1983 World Cup.

Qaedat al-Jihad is a terrorism wing of Al-Qaeda that was recently launched in the Indian Sub-continent. This group is affiliated with Al-Qaeda and operates in countries like India, Bangladesh, and Myanmar. They are responsible for carrying out various terrorist activities in the region and pose a significant threat to the security and stability of the Indian Sub-continent.

The correct answer is "Free Trade Agreement in manpower" because there is no specific Free Trade Agreement signed between India and ASEAN countries regarding the movement of manpower. The other options, Free Trade Agreement in services, investments, and goods, are all areas where India and ASEAN have signed agreements to enhance trade relations.

The correct answer is Mumbai University. The Australian Government's New Colombo Plan for India was launched in September 2014 at Mumbai University. This plan aims to strengthen Australia's ties with the Indo-Pacific region by providing Australian students with the opportunity to study and undertake internships in the region. Mumbai University was chosen as the launch site for this program, highlighting the importance of India's financial and cultural capital in the bilateral relationship between Australia and India.

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The correct answer is January 1950. The Colombo Plan for Cooperative Economic and Social Development in Asia and the Pacific was conceived at the Commonwealth Conference on Foreign Affairs held in Colombo, Sri Lanka in January 1950.

Rule 10 has been amended.

The Blue Economy- International Workshop on Sustainable Growth was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh in the first week of September 2014.

Both (a) and (b) are the correct answers because on 1 September 2014, Tessy Thomas and V Ranvidranath both became the first women directors in the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Council.

The Union Government informed the Supreme Court that it wants to re-auction all 218 coal blocks that were declared illegal. However, they also requested the Apex Court to spare a certain number of coal blocks that are already functional or about to start work. The correct answer is 46, indicating that the government pleaded for not scrapping 46 coal blocks.

The Union Government relaxed the import norms of Onion by allowing fumigation in India until 30 November 2014. This means that onions can be imported and fumigated in India until that date, after which the import norms may change or become stricter.