ALL EXAM QUIZ 10.09.2024

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• The Indian Navy has signed an agreement with the South African Navy to rescue its Submarine personnel who have met an accident or are in distress in the deep sea.
• Under the Implementing Agreement, the Indian Navy will provide rescue assistance to the South African Navy in case its submarine meets an accident or is in distress. The Indian Navy
• In such cases, it will use its Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle (DSRV) to rescue the South African Submarine personnel.
• South Africa is one of the few African countries with submarines in its Navy.
• In September 2023, three South African naval personnel lost their lives onboard the SAS Manthatisi submarine due to an accident. South Africa operates three German-made HDW submarines.

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• Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki has won the 2024 Ramon Magsaysay Award.
• He is one of the foremost exponents of animated films made expressly for children.
• He began his career as an animator in 1963 after studying economics and political science.
• The 2024 recipients of the award include three individuals and one group.
• It has been also presented to Farwiza Farhan (Indonesia), Karma Phuntsho (Bhutan), Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Phuong (Vietnam) and the Rural Doctors Movement (Thailand).
• Farwiza Farhan is honoured for her deep commitment to environmental conservation and social justice in Indonesia.
• Karma Phuntsho receives the award for his contributions to preserving Bhutan's cultural heritage with modern aspirations.
• Dr. Nguyen Thi Ngoc Phuong has been awarded for her dedication to public health and her courageous efforts to seek justice for the victims of Agent Orange.
• The Rural Doctors Movement from Thailand is honoured for its transformative impact on the nation’s healthcare system.

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• PM Modi launched ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative at Surat in Gujarat through video conferencing.
• ‘Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari’ initiative aligns with the ongoing Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain campaign.
• The initiative aims to mobilise Gujarati residents, local government agencies, businesses, and other stakeholders to put rainwater harvesting structures into place.
• About 24,800 rainwater harvesting structures are being built in Gujarat as part of this program through community collaborations.

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• Kapil Parmar won India’s first ever Paralympic Medal in Judo.
• At the Paris Paralympics 2024, he won a bronze in the Para Judo Men’s J1-60 Kilogrammes event by defeating Elielton de Oliveira of Brazil.
• This is India’s first-ever Paralympic medal in Judo.
• Kapil Parmar’s historic bronze has increased India’s medal tally to 25.
• India is presently at 16th spot in the medal tally with a total of 25 medals.
• These medals include 5 gold, 9 silver, and 11 bronze medals.

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• Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation launched the 'Greatness of Spirit' series.
• To commemorate the Ramon Magsaysay Award presented to Dalai Lama, the President of the Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation launched a seven-volume series titled ‘The Greatness of Spirit: Stories of Love, Courage, and Service’
• This series commemorates the 65th anniversary of the award and features narratives that highlight the extraordinary courage and selfless service of 326 individuals and 22 organisations across Asia who have been honoured with the Ramon Magsaysay Award.
• Dalai Lama was one of the earliest recipients when he was granted the award in 1959.
• The Ramon Magsaysay Award celebrates the best of humanity, embodying the true essence of 'Greatness of Spirit'.
• The Ramon Magsaysay Award Foundation (RMAF) in partnership with the Embassy of the Republic of the Philippines, hosted the Delhi edition of “Celebrating Greatness of Spirit”.

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• The Department of Telecommunications (DoT) has notified the ‘Telecommunications (Administration of Digital Bharat Nidhi) Rules, 2024’.
• Its main objective is the management and implementation of the ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’ initiative.
• Digital Bharat Nidhi was established under Section 24(1) of the Telecommunications Act, 2023.
• The Universal Service Obligation Fund has been renamed as ‘Digital Bharat Nidhi’.

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• August 20 will be observed as Sootea Day by the Assam government from next year.
• Sootea Day to commemorate the region's importance in the freedom movement, will be celebrated on August 20.
• According to Assam Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma, August 20 is recognised as Sootea Day by the people of Sootea.
• The Chief Minister visited the Sootea Police Station in the Biswanath District earlier in the day.
• He paid respects to the courageous people who hoisted the national flag in 1942.
• He said that on August 20, 1942, the people of Sootea, led by the late Biman Chandra Bora, hoisted the national flag at the Sootea police station.
• According to CM, Sootea has made important contribution to the nation's struggle for freedom.
• Chief Minister Sarma paid tributes to the bravehearts of Assam who participated in the Quit India Movement.
• Additionally, CM announced that a history monument will be built by the government at the Sootea police station's historic location.
• He declared plans to invest Rs 5 crore in the project, which will highlight the rich history of Sootea Police Station and its adjoining areas.

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• Time Magazine released its 'TIME 100 Most Influential People AI 2024' list, which includes many Indians. Notable names in the list include Google and Alphabet CEO Sundar Pichai and Microsoft CEO Satya Nadella. Prominent Indian personalities include Ashwini Vaishnav, Nandan Nilekani and actor Anil Kapoor.
• The list honors individuals who have made a significant impact in the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI).
• Ashwini Vaishnav, who is playing a key role in moving India towards semiconductor manufacturing. He is known for his vision of making India one of the top five countries for semiconductor production in the next five years.

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• In the Rajasthan Cabinet meeting chaired by Rajasthan Chief Minister Bhajanlal Sharma, 33 percent reservation for women in police force and five percent additional allowance to pensioners has been approved.
• In the meeting, the proposal for land allocation for 3,150 MW solar power project was also approved.

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A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4