{"id":2786,"date":"2024-09-09T11:19:16","date_gmt":"2024-09-09T11:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/lawentranceindia.com\/blogs\/?p=2786"},"modified":"2024-09-09T11:19:43","modified_gmt":"2024-09-09T11:19:43","slug":"mlc-daily-current-affairs-09-september-2024","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/lawentranceindia.com\/blogs\/mlc-daily-current-affairs-09-september-2024\/","title":{"rendered":"MLC Daily Current Affairs – 09 September 2024"},"content":{"rendered":"

Today in History (September 9th<\/sup>, 1905)<\/h1>\n

The Indian National Congress adopted the policy of non-cooperation with the British government as part of the Swadeshi movement. This was a major step in India’s struggle for independence.<\/p>\n

Let\u2019s Revise<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n

A) Which countries are members of the QUAD? <\/strong><\/p>\n

    \n
  1. United States, China, India, Japan<\/li>\n
  2. United States, Australia, India, Japan<\/li>\n
  3. United States, Australia, China, Japan<\/li>\n
  4. United States, Australia, India, South Korea<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

    Answer: B)<\/strong>
    \nExplanation:<\/strong> The QUAD, or Quadrilateral Security Dialogue, is a strategic forum consisting of the United States, Australia, India, and Japan1.
    \nB) When was the QUAD first established? <\/strong><\/p>\n

      \n
    1. 2000<\/li>\n
    2. 2004<\/li>\n
    3. 2007<\/li>\n
    4. 2010<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

      Answer: C) <\/strong>
      \nExplanation:<\/strong> The QUAD was first established in 2007, initiated by Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe with the support of leaders from Australia, India, and the United States2.
      \nC) What is the primary objective of the QUAD? <\/strong><\/p>\n

        \n
      1. To promote economic cooperation<\/li>\n
      2. To ensure a free and open Indo-Pacific region<\/li>\n
      3. To establish a military alliance<\/li>\n
      4. To counter terrorism globally<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

        Answer: B)<\/strong>
        \nExplanation:<\/strong> The main objective of the QUAD is to ensure and maintain a free, open, and prosperous Indo-Pacific region through cooperation on security, economic, and health issues3.
        \nD) What is the full name of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

          \n
        1. International Police Organization<\/li>\n
        2. International Criminal Police Organization<\/li>\n
        3. International Crime Prevention Organization<\/li>\n
        4. International Criminal Prevention Organization<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

          Answer: B) <\/strong>
          \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL stands for the International Criminal Police Organization, which facilitates international police cooperation against cross-border crime.
          \nE) How many member countries does INTERPOL have? <\/strong><\/p>\n

            \n
          1. 150<\/li>\n
          2. 175<\/li>\n
          3. 195<\/li>\n
          4. 200<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

            Answer: C)<\/strong>
            \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL is the world\u2019s largest international police organization, representing 195 member countries.
            \nF) Where is the headquarters of INTERPOL located? <\/strong><\/p>\n

              \n
            1. Geneva, Switzerland<\/li>\n
            2. New York, USA<\/li>\n
            3. Lyon, France<\/li>\n
            4. London, UK<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

              Answer: C) <\/strong>
              \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL is headquartered in Lyon, France.
              \nG) Which of the following is NOT an official language of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                \n
              1. Arabic<\/li>\n
              2. Chinese<\/li>\n
              3. English<\/li>\n
              4. Spanish<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                Answer: B)<\/strong>
                \nExplanation:<\/strong> The official languages of INTERPOL are Arabic, English, French, and Spanish.
                \nH) What is the status of INTERPOL in relation to the United Nations? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                  \n
                1. It is a part of the United Nations system<\/li>\n
                2. It is an independent international organization<\/li>\n
                3. It is a subsidiary of the United Nations<\/li>\n
                4. It is a department within the United Nations<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                  Answer: B)<\/strong>
                  \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL is not a unit or part of the United Nations system; it is an independent international organization.
                  \nI) What is the primary role of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                    \n
                  1. Actively investigating crimes<\/li>\n
                  2. Facilitating international police cooperation<\/li>\n
                  3. Prosecuting international criminals<\/li>\n
                  4. Providing legal representation<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                    Answer: B)<\/strong>
                    \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL facilitates international police cooperation against cross-border terrorism, trafficking, and other crimes but does not actively investigate crimes.
                    \nJ) Who manages the day-to-day operations of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                      \n
                    1. The General Assembly<\/li>\n
                    2. The Executive Committee<\/li>\n
                    3. The General Secretariat<\/li>\n
                    4. The National Central Bureau<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                      Answer: C)<\/strong>
                      \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL\u2019s day-to-day operations are managed by the General Secretariat under the direction of a Secretary General.
                      \nK) How long is the term for the Secretary General of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                        \n
                      1. 3 years<\/li>\n
                      2. 4 years<\/li>\n
                      3. 5 years<\/li>\n
                      4. 6 years<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                        Answer: C)<\/strong>
                        \nExplanation:<\/strong> The Secretary General of INTERPOL is appointed for a five-year term by the General Assembly.
                        \nL) What is the role of the Executive Committee in INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                          \n
                        1. Investigating crimes<\/li>\n
                        2. Overseeing the implementation of decisions made by the General Assembly<\/li>\n
                        3. Managing day-to-day operations<\/li>\n
                        4. Representing INTERPOL in international courts<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                          Answer: B)<\/strong>
                          \nExplanation:<\/strong> The Executive Committee oversees the implementation of decisions made by the General Assembly and supervises the work of the Secretary General.
                          \nM) What is the National Central Bureau (NCB) in INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                            \n
                          1. The main office of INTERPOL<\/li>\n
                          2. The central point of contact for the General Secretariat and other NCBs<\/li>\n
                          3. The headquarters of INTERPOL<\/li>\n
                          4. The investigative unit of INTERPOL<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                            Answer: B)<\/strong>
                            \nExplanation:<\/strong> Each member country has an NCB, which is the central point of contact for both the General Secretariat and the other NCBs around the world.
                            \nN) Which organization represents INTERPOL in India? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                              \n
                            1. The Ministry of Home Affairs<\/li>\n
                            2. The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)<\/li>\n
                            3. The National Investigation Agency (NIA)<\/li>\n
                            4. The Indian Police Service (IPS)<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                              Answer: B)<\/strong>
                              \nExplanation:<\/strong> The Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) represents INTERPOL in India as the country\u2019s NCB.
                              \nO) What is the supreme decision-making body of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                                \n
                              1. The General Secretariat\t<\/li>\n
                              2. The Executive Committee<\/li>\n
                              3. The General Assembly<\/li>\n
                              4. The National Central Bureau<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                Answer: C)<\/strong>
                                \nExplanation:<\/strong> The General Assembly, consisting of one delegate from each member country, is INTERPOL\u2019s supreme decision-making body.
                                \nP) How many members are there in the Executive Committee of INTERPOL? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                                  \n
                                1. 10<\/li>\n
                                2. 12<\/li>\n
                                3. 13<\/li>\n
                                4. 15<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                  Answer: C)<\/strong>
                                  \nExplanation:<\/strong>The Executive Committee of INTERPOL consists of 13 members, each representing a different region of the world.
                                  \nQ) Which ministry usually runs the NCB in each member country? <\/strong><\/p>\n

                                    \n
                                  1. Ministry of Foreign Affairs<\/li>\n
                                  2. Ministry of Defense<\/li>\n
                                  3. Ministry of Justice<\/li>\n
                                  4. Ministry responsible for policing<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                    Answer: D)<\/strong>
                                    \nExplanation:<\/strong> Each NCB is run by police officials of that country and usually sits in the government ministry responsible for policing.
                                    \nR) What significant achievement did INTERPOL accomplish last year on India\u2019s request?<\/strong> <\/p>\n

                                      \n
                                    1. Issued a record number of Red Notices<\/li>\n
                                    2. Conducted the largest international investigation<\/li>\n
                                    3. Established a new headquarters<\/li>\n
                                    4. Launched a global anti-terrorism initiative<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n

                                      Answer: A)<\/strong>
                                      \nExplanation:<\/strong> INTERPOL issued a record number of 100 Red Notices last year, the highest ever, on India\u2019s request.<\/p>\n

                                      Summary of Today\u2019s News<\/strong><\/h2>\n


                                      \nGalathea Bay<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                      Recently, the central government of India has notified the international trans-shipment hub at Galathea Bay in the Andaman & Nicobar Islands as a ‘Major Port’.
                                      \nKey points about Galathea Bay: <\/strong>
                                      \n\u2022\tLocation: It is located in the Great Nicobar Island of Andaman and Nicobar Islands of India.
                                      \n\u2022\tIt is being developed as an International Container Transshipment Port (ICTP).
                                      \n\u2022\tIt is also eligible for central funding and will be developed under the public-private partnership model.
                                      \n\u2022\tThe proposed facility is envisaged to be developed in four phases with Phase 1 is proposed to be commissioned in the year 2028
                                      \n\u2022\tOnce operational, the Galathea Bay project will help capture a large share of transshipped cargo which is handled at ports outside India.
                                      \nPorts in India<\/strong>
                                      \n\u2022\tIndia currently has 12 operational Major Ports controlled by the central government and another 200 non-major ones governed by the states.
                                      \n\u2022\tThe Major Port Authorities Act, 2021 provides for regulation, operation and planning of Major Ports in India and vests the administration, control and management of such ports upon the Boards of Major Port Authorities.<\/p>\n

                                      INDIAsize Initiative<\/span><\/h3>\n

                                      Overview:<\/strong>
                                      \nThe government will soon roll out the much-awaited ‘INDIAsize’ initiative, the Union Textiles Minister said recently.
                                      \nAbout INDIAsize Initiative:<\/strong>
                                      \n\u2022\tIt is an initiative of the Ministry of Textiles which aims to establish standardized measurements designed to better suit Indian body types.
                                      \nNeed:<\/strong>
                                      \n\u2022\tPresently, international and domestic brands available in India use measurements from the US or the UK for garments, having ‘small’, ‘medium’ and ‘large’ sizes.
                                      \n\u2022\tHowever, Western body types differ from Indians in terms of height, weight, or specific measurements of body parts.
                                      \n\u2022\tIt fails to account for the diversity in Indian body types, leading to frequent fitting issues and consumer dissatisfaction.
                                      \n\u2022\tThe Ministry of Textiles sanctioned the INDIAsize project to develop standard body sizes for the Indian apparel sector to address the prevailing disparities and inconsistencies in provided fits.
                                      \n\u2022\tThe project entails gathering anthropometric data pan India from more than 25000 (Twenty-Five Thousand) male and female persons between the age group of 15 years and 65 years using human safe 3D whole body scanning technology.
                                      \n\u2022\tThe created body size chart will help national and international retailers and manufacturers to produce goods which are best suited for Indian body types and create a balance between demand and supply of well fitted garments.
                                      \n\u2022\tOnce rolled out, INDIAsize will serve as a benchmark for Indian and international fashion brands selling in the country.<\/p>\n