Daily Current Affairs MCQs : 25 June 2024 - Humanities/Arts MCQ

National Safe Motherhood Day is observed annually on April 11th to emphasize the significance of maternal health and well-being. It serves as a reminder to prioritize the care and support for mothers, ensuring a safe and healthy journey through pregnancy and childbirth. The potential themes for 2024 include equity in maternal healthcare, investing in maternal health for a sustainable future, empowering families, strengthening communities for optimal maternal health, and leveraging technology for better maternal health outcomes.

The main objective of the John L. "Jack" Swigert, Jr. Award for Space Exploration is to acknowledge remarkable achievements in space exploration, as highlighted by ISRO's Chandrayaan-3 mission receiving the award for its groundbreaking lunar feat.

India has collaborated with the European Union (EU) to promote startups in Electric Vehicle (EV) battery recycling under the Trade and Technology Council (TTC) framework. This collaborative effort aims to foster innovation and sustainability in the field of clean and green technologies, emphasizing the importance of global partnerships in advancing circularity in rare materials.

Ravindra Kumar Tyagi has been appointed as the new CMD of Power Grid Corporation, succeeding Sreekant Kandikuppa.

Vivek Srivastava, a seasoned 1989-batch IPS officer of Gujarat cadre, has been approved by the Appointments Committee of the Cabinet (ACC) for the position of Director General of Fire Service, Civil Defence & Home Guards in the Ministry of Home Affairs.

The Ministry of Mines, Government of India, through Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL), has entered a draft exploration and development agreement with Argentinian miner CAMYEN for the possible acquisition and development of lithium blocks.

The Sagar Parikrama initiative, with its 10th phase covering locations such as Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry, primarily aims at the welfare of fishing communities and coastal development. It addresses challenges faced by fishermen and fish farmers, contributing to economic upliftment and community well-being.

Defence Minister Rajnath Singh played a pivotal role by inaugurating India's first all-girl Sainik School in Vrindavan. He lauded the event as a "golden moment in the history of women empowerment," underscoring the significant strides taken in education and gender equality.

The Serum Institute of India (SII) has partnered with CEPI, with an investment of up to $30 million to expand manufacturing capacity. This collaboration aims to enable swift production and equitable distribution of investigational vaccines during epidemics and pandemics, aligning with the ambitious 100 Days Mission for developing vaccines against infectious diseases.

Iran's recent acquisition of domestically produced reconnaissance and combat drones, including the Ababil-4, Ababil-5, Arash, Bavar, and Karrar, underscores its cutting-edge advancements in unmanned aerial vehicle technology, enhancing its defence capabilities.