18th October 2024 Daily Current Affairs
1. Which national park recently emerged as India’s second butterfly diversity hub?
Correct Answer: A [Kaziranga National Park]
Notes:
Over 446 butterfly species have been recorded in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park (KNP), making it the second-highest in India after Namdapha National Park, Arunachal Pradesh. Kaziranga is located in Assam’s Golaghat and Nagaon districts. It is the largest undisturbed area in the Brahmaputra Valley floodplain. The park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. The Diffalu River flows through the core tiger habitat, while the Moradifalu River runs along its southern boundary.
Over 446 butterfly species have been recorded in Assam’s Kaziranga National Park (KNP), making it the second-highest in India after Namdapha National Park, Arunachal Pradesh. Kaziranga is located in Assam’s Golaghat and Nagaon districts. It is the largest undisturbed area in the Brahmaputra Valley floodplain. The park was declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1985. The Diffalu River flows through the core tiger habitat, while the Moradifalu River runs along its southern boundary.
2. Which city is the host of seventh session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly?
Correct Answer: B [New Delhi]
Notes:
The curtain raiser for the Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly was hosted in New Delhi. The session will be held from 3rd to 6th November 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, under the presidency of India and co-presidency of France. The ISA Assembly is the decision-making body of the ISA, representing all member countries. It discusses the implementation of the ISA’s framework, selects the Director General, approves the budget, and assesses solar energy programs. ISA has 120 signatory countries, with 102 as full members. India holds the presidency, and France is the co-president.
The curtain raiser for the Seventh Session of the International Solar Alliance (ISA) Assembly was hosted in New Delhi. The session will be held from 3rd to 6th November 2024 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, under the presidency of India and co-presidency of France. The ISA Assembly is the decision-making body of the ISA, representing all member countries. It discusses the implementation of the ISA’s framework, selects the Director General, approves the budget, and assesses solar energy programs. ISA has 120 signatory countries, with 102 as full members. India holds the presidency, and France is the co-president.
3. Mera Hou Chongba Festival has been celebrated in which state?
Correct Answer: B [Manipur]
Notes:
Manipur celebrated the annual Mera-Hou-Chongba festival, a cultural event symbolizing the state’s commitment to unity between its hill and valley communities. It is observed annually on the 15th lunar day of the Mera month in the Meitei calendar. The event began with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by titular king and MP Leishemba Sanajaoba at Sana Konung. Traditional rituals, Men Tongba and Yenkhong Tamba, were performed at Kangla Uttra. Participants from remote hill areas joined in, exchanging gifts and showcasing cultural dances.
Manipur celebrated the annual Mera-Hou-Chongba festival, a cultural event symbolizing the state’s commitment to unity between its hill and valley communities. It is observed annually on the 15th lunar day of the Mera month in the Meitei calendar. The event began with a flag-hoisting ceremony led by titular king and MP Leishemba Sanajaoba at Sana Konung. Traditional rituals, Men Tongba and Yenkhong Tamba, were performed at Kangla Uttra. Participants from remote hill areas joined in, exchanging gifts and showcasing cultural dances.
4. Which institution organized the International Methanol Seminar and Expo 2024?
Correct Answer: A [NITI Aayog]
Notes:
NITI Aayog organized a two-day international methanol seminar and expo 2024 in New Delhi. The event was held in collaboration with the US Methanol Institute. It focused on methanol production, applications, and global technological developments. The seminar highlighted methanol’s role in energy transition and as a low-carbon fuel in green shipping.
NITI Aayog organized a two-day international methanol seminar and expo 2024 in New Delhi. The event was held in collaboration with the US Methanol Institute. It focused on methanol production, applications, and global technological developments. The seminar highlighted methanol’s role in energy transition and as a low-carbon fuel in green shipping.
5. Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary, which was seen in the news, is located in which state/UT?
Correct Answer: A [Ladakh]
Notes:
The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) Standing Committee cleared key road stretches passing through the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS). KWS is located in the easternmost part of the Karakoram range, in the Leh district, Ladakh.
It is part of the Northwestern Himalayas. The sanctuary is bordered by the international boundaries of China to the north and Pakistan to the west.
The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) Standing Committee cleared key road stretches passing through the Karakoram Wildlife Sanctuary (KWS). KWS is located in the easternmost part of the Karakoram range, in the Leh district, Ladakh.
It is part of the Northwestern Himalayas. The sanctuary is bordered by the international boundaries of China to the north and Pakistan to the west.