Current Affairs Quiz: 8th August 2024

Current Affairs Quiz

1. Recently, which state became the first state in the country to implement the Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS)?
[A] Manipur
[B] Assam
[C] Nagaland
[D] Mizoram

Correct Answer: C [Nagaland]

The Government of Nagaland signed an MoU with SBI General Insurance to implement the Disaster Risk Transfer Parametric Insurance Solution (DRTPS), making Nagaland the first state in India to adopt such a measure. The objective of the DRTPS is to protect critical infrastructure and reduce economic losses due to floods, droughts and landslides. The government will cover the insurance premiums for three years, addressing the increasing risks of extreme weather events linked to climate change.

2. Which state government recently launched the “Assistance Portal” for health department employees?
[A] Jharkhand
[B] Bihar
[C] Odisha
[D] Gujarat

Correct Answer: A [Jharkhand]

Chief Minister Hemant Soren launched the ‘Attendance Portal’ to track the daily attendance of healthcare workers in Jharkhand. This system will verify biometric attendance to ensure accountability. Soren highlighted the government’s commitment to improving healthcare facilities, with the aim of providing better medical services in hospitals and health centres. The efforts include improving maintenance, resources and testing facilities to ensure accessible healthcare for all residents of Jharkhand.

3. What is the condition of the Adichunchangiri Peacock Sanctuary, which was in the news recently?
[A] Kerala
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Maharastra
[D] Karnataka

Correct Answer: D [Karnataka]

Recently, Union Minister Shri Bhupendra Yadav announced the establishment of two new peacock sanctuaries in India – Adichunchanagiri in Karnataka and Chulannuar in Kerala. The aim of this initiative is to protect peacocks and their habitats, to ensure that they can thrive without human interference. The government is also increasing conservation efforts, including breeding centres, to increase the peacock population. Protection of these birds is important for biodiversity and cultural heritage as they play a vital role in the ecosystem.

4. Who has recently been awarded Fiji’s highest civilian award, ‘Companion of the Order of Fiji’?
[A] Draupadi Murmu
[B] Narendra Modi
[C]S. Jaishankar
[D]Amit Shah

Correct Answer: A [Draupadi Murmu]

During her first official visit to Fiji from 5-7 August 2024, President Draupadi Murmu was awarded Fiji’s highest civilian award, Companion of the Order of Fiji. She is the first Indian President to visit Fiji, where she met Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and President Ratu William Mavlili Katoniwere. The Fiji government also allocated land for a 100-bed super-specialty hospital supported by India.

5. Which ministry recently launched its first Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for the seamless transportation of human organs?
[A] Ministry of Home Affairs
[B] Ministry of Science and Technology
[C] Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
[D] Ministry of Rural Development

Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Health and Family Welfare]

The Union Health Ministry has launched a standard operating procedure (SOP) for organ transportation across India by air, road, rail and river. These guidelines ensure efficient transportation when the donor and recipient are at different locations. Airlines can request priority for take-off and landing, assist medical staff in check-in and notify airports for smooth arrivals. The flight crew can announce the transportation of organs and the staff will help transport the organ box from the plane to the ambulance.

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Broadcasting Services Regulation Bill 2024