Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 1 July 2023 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

New Zealand recently became the first country to ban thin plastic bags for fresh produce from supermarkets. This ban is part of their campaign against single-use plastics and aims to reduce plastic waste. The government has already banned thicker plastic shopping bags in 2019. This initiative encourages the use of reusable tote bags instead.

In addition to thin plastic bags, New Zealand's ban also includes plastic straws and silverware. The government aims to tackle single-use plastics and promote sustainable alternatives. By extending the ban to these items, they further reduce plastic waste and encourage environmentally friendly practices.

Dream11, an Indian fantasy sports platform, replaced Byju's as the new lead sponsor for Team India. This change was announced by the Board of Control of Cricket in India (BCCI) ahead of the Test series against West Indies. Dream11 will now be the primary sponsor for Team India during the ICC World Test Championship.

Gernot Dollner has been appointed as the successor to Markus Duesmann as Chairman and CEO of Audi. Dollner, who holds a degree in mechanical engineering, has a background in the automotive industry. He has served in various management roles at Porsche and currently oversees the Volkswagen Group's Product and Group Strategy.

TS Singh Deo, a minister from Chhattisgarh, has been appointed as the Deputy Chief Minister of the state. This appointment was approved by the ruling Congress party. Singh Deo is a well-known politician in Chhattisgarh and also holds the title of Maharaja of Surguja.

National Doctor's Day in India, celebrated on July 1st, aims to recognize and honor the contributions of doctors and medical professionals. This year's theme is "Celebrating Resilience and Healing Hands," emphasizing the important role doctors have played, especially during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Canada Day holds great significance as it commemorates the enactment of the Constitution Act of 1867. This act brought together the provinces of New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, and the Province of Canada (which was divided into Ontario and Quebec) into a single Dominion within the British Empire. It marks the country's confederation and the beginning of Canada as a self-governing nation.

National Postal Worker Day was established in 1997 by a postal carrier in the Seattle area to honor the efforts of postal employees. Since then, it has been celebrated annually to recognize the hard work and dedication of postal workers in delivering mail and ensuring timely communication.

Tata AIA, a life insurance company backed by the Tata Group, introduced digital payments through WhatsApp and Unified Payment Interfaces (UPI). This feature allows policyholders to make premium payments conveniently and receive instant confirmation and acknowledgment. It is the first-of-its-kind payment option in the insurance industry.

Nasscom signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with MIDAS (Manchester’s Inward Investment Agency) and MAG (Manchester Airports Groups) to establish the first Nasscom launchpad in the UK. This initiative aims to promote innovation, investment, and technological exchange between Greater Manchester, the UK, and India. The launchpad will provide Indian tech companies with rent-free office space and support for setting up their operations in Manchester.