Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 14 February 2024 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

The urban jobless rate in India for Q3FY24, as per PLFS data analysis, is 6.5%. This indicates a positive trend in urban labour markets, with a slight decrease from the previous quarter and a significant improvement from the peak observed during the Covid-affected period in FY22.

Trinidad & Tobago declared a "national emergency" following a major oil spill off its coast, affecting 15 kilometres of coastline. Prime Minister Keith Rowley announced measures to contain the spill, although the origin of the overturned vessel responsible remains unknown.

The 67th All India Police Duty Meet (AIPDM) is being hosted by the Railway Protection Force (RPF) in Lucknow from February 12th to 16th, 2024. This event serves as a platform for police officers to enhance collaboration and exchange knowledge in scientific crime detection and investigation.

Chief Minister Naveen Patnaik of Odisha increased the monthly pension under the Madhu Babu Pension Yojana (MBPY) by Rs 500 for 36.75 lakh beneficiaries, effective February. This move aims to provide relief and support to the beneficiaries of social security schemes in the state.

February 13, 2024, commemorates the 145th birth anniversary of Sarojini Naidu, recognized as National Women’s Day. Known as the "Nightingale of India," Naidu was a prominent figure in India’s independence movement and a celebrated poet. Her contributions to women’s rights are honoured on this day.

The 7th Indian Ocean Conference took place in Perth, Australia. Organized by India Foundation in collaboration with the Ministry of External Affairs and Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade, the conference aimed to address various issues concerning the Indian Ocean region under the theme "Towards a Stable and Sustainable Indian Ocean".

One97 Communications, the parent company of Paytm, is exploring transitioning its payments service into a third-party payment app (TPAP) to ensure uninterrupted access to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for its customers.

Kelvin Kiptum, the men’s marathon world record holder, tragically died in a traffic accident on February 12, 2024. At only 24 years old, Kiptum had set a new world record of 2:00:35 at the Chicago Marathon in October, showcasing his immense talent and potential in road running.

Sumit Nagal, India's top-ranked tennis player, secured the 98th spot in ATP's top 100 rankings by winning the ATP Chennai Open Challenger. This victory marked his first-ever entry into the top 100, a historic achievement for Indian tennis.

International Epilepsy Day is observed annually on the 2nd Monday of February. In 2024, it was celebrated on February 12th, emphasizing its significance as a global event dedicated to raising awareness about epilepsy and fostering support for individuals affected by the condition.