24th January 2024 Daily Current Affairs
Honours & Awards
1. Karpoori Thakur to be awarded Bharat Ratna posthumously
- Former Bihar Chief Minister Karpoori Thakur, known for championing the cause of the backward classes, will be awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously.
- Karpoori Thakur, a name synonymous with social justice and the championing of backward classes in North India.
- In November 1978, he implemented a 26 per cent reservation for backward classes in Bihar.
- Thakur’s journey from humble beginnings in Pitaunjhia village, now known as Karpoorii Gram.
National Affairs
2. Over 1500 farmers invited to witness Republic Day parade at Kartavya Path
- The Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare has invited over 1500 farmers to witness the 75th Republic Day Parade at Kartavya Path.
- These farmers are beneficiaries of various central government schemes such as Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana and Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana.
- During their stay, the farmers will also undergo training on key government schemes like the Agri Infrastructure Fund, National Seeds Cooperation, and Per Drop More Crop.
