Current Affairs Quiz on Awards on 08-12-2024, Patriot of the Year Award, Indira Gandhi Piece Award

National Awards for Panchayats

President Draupadi Murmu will present awards to 45 Panchayati Raj institutions on December 11 for their exceptional contributions to sustainable development. Among the winners, 17 are led by women. This recognition highlights achievements in poverty alleviation, health, sanitation, infrastructure, social justice, women's empowerment, and climate sustainability. Out of 1.94 lakh participating panchayats, these 45 institutions stood out for their exemplary efforts.

MCQs:

1. Who will present the National Awards to Panchayats in 2024?

   • a) Narendra Modi
   • b) Draupadi Murmu
   • c) Pralhad Joshi
   • d) Amit Shah
   • Answer: b) Draupadi Murmu

2. How many panchayats are led by women among the 45 awardees?

• a) 15
• b) 17
• c) 20
• d) 10
• Answer: b) 17

Indira Gandhi Peace Prize

Michelle Bachelet, former President of Chile and a global advocate for human rights, was awarded the 2024 Indira Gandhi Peace, Disarmament, and Development Prize. Bachelet's contributions as a UN High Commissioner for Human Rights and a champion of gender equality were pivotal in her selection by an international jury led by Shivshankar Menon.

MCQs:

1. Who received the 2024 Indira Gandhi Peace Prize?

   • a) Angela Merkel
   • b) Michelle Bachelet
   • c) Pralhad Joshi
   • d) Draupadi Murmu
   • Answer: b) Michelle Bachelet

2. Michelle Bachelet is a former President of which country?

   • a) Argentina
   • b) Chile
   • c) Brazil
   • d) Mexico
   • Answer: b) Chile

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Patriot of the Year Award

Donald Trump was honored with the "Patriot of the Year" award by Fox Nation for his recent presidential victory. This award, typically given to military personnel and public servants, was presented at a ceremony on Long Island. Trump emphasized his swift achievements compared to his predecessor.

MCQs:

1. Who received the 'Patriot of the Year' award in 2024?

   • a) Joe Biden
   • b) Donald Trump
   • c) Kamala Harris
   • d) Barack Obama
   • Answer: b) Donald Trump

2. Which media house presented the 'Patriot of the Year' award?

   • a) CNN
   • b) Fox Nation
   • c) BBC
   • d) The New York Times
   • Answer: b) Fox Nation

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DS Chauhan's Award

DS Chauhan, Principal Secretary and Commissioner of Civil Supplies, received a commendation from the Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs for establishing national standards in foodgrain transportation and public distribution. The award was presented by Union Minister Pralhad Joshi in Delhi.

MCQs:

1. Which department does DS Chauhan represent?

   • a) Health
   • b) Civil Supplies
   • c) Panchayati Raj
   • d) Consumer Affairs
   • Answer: b) Civil Supplies

2. Who presented the award to DS Chauhan?

   • a) Draupadi Murmu
   • b) Pralhad Joshi
   • c) Shivshankar Menon
   • d) Narendra Modi
   • Answer: b) Pralhad Joshi