Daily Current Affairs 5 October 2023

1.		What is the theme of World Animal Day 2023, and why is it celebrated on October 4th?

"Endangered Species Protection," to raise awareness about endangered animals

"Wildlife Conservation and Biodiversity," to celebrate diverse ecosystems

"Great or Small, Love Them All," to acknowledge animals as sentient beings and promote animal welfare

"Animal Rights and Veganism," to advocate for cruelty-free living

2.		What achievement did Indian archers Jyothi Surekha Vennam and Pravin Ojas Deotale accomplish at the Asian Games 2023?

They won gold in the women's doubles tennis event.

They secured gold in the mixed team compound archery event.

They achieved a new world record in the 100m sprint.

They won the gold medal in the men's synchronized swimming competition.

3.		What aircraft is the Indian Air Force planning to retire by 2025, and what will be its replacement?

Sukhoi Su-30MKI, to be replaced by Dassault Rafale

MiG-21, to be replaced by Tejas Light Combat Aircraft (LCA) Mark 1A

Mirage 2000, to be replaced by HAL Tejas

MiG-29, to be replaced by HAL AMCA

4.		What was the primary focus of the 5th Meeting of Moscow Format Consultation on Afghanistan?

Discussing regional security in Central Asia

Economic cooperation among Central Asian countries

The situation in Afghanistan and its integration into regional economic processes

Countering terrorism in the Middle East

5.		What is the PM SVANidhi Scheme, and what milestone did it recently achieve?

It is a scheme for women's empowerment in rural areas, and it recently reached 50 lakh beneficiaries.

It is a scheme for providing financial assistance to street vendors, and it recently crossed 50 lakh beneficiaries.

It is a scheme for promoting organic farming, and it recently achieved a record crop yield.

It is a scheme for promoting digital literacy, and it recently trained 50 lakh individuals.

6.		Who was named the 'Global Ambassador' for the ODI World Cup 2023, and where is the tournament taking place?

Virat Kohli, and the tournament is in England.

Sachin Tendulkar, and the tournament is in India.

M.S. Dhoni, and the tournament is in Australia.

Wasim Akram, and the tournament is in Pakistan.

7.		Who won the gold medal in women's javelin throw at the Asian Games 2023, and what record did she set?

Annu Rani, who set a new Asian Games record.

Neeraj Chopra, who set a new world record.

Hima Das, who won her first gold in athletics.

Dutee Chand, who became the first Indian woman to win a sprint gold at the Asian Games.

8.		What is the tallest statue of B.R. Ambedkar known as, and where is it set to be unveiled?

Statue of Liberation in New Delhi

Statue of Freedom in Washington D.C.

Statue of Equality in Maryland

Statue of Justice in London

9.		What significant milestone did Uganda Airlines achieve regarding its flight services?

Uganda Airlines launched daily flights to New York.

Uganda Airlines introduced direct flights between Entebbe International Airport and Mumbai's Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport.

Uganda Airlines inaugurated its first cargo aircraft.

Uganda Airlines announced a partnership with a European airline.

10.		What is the theme of National Wildlife Week 2023, and why is it celebrated from October 2 to October 8?

"Save Our Wildlife," to raise awareness about endangered species

"Partnerships for Wildlife Conservation," to emphasize collaboration in protecting wildlife

"Conserving Biodiversity for Future Generations," to educate about the importance of biodiversity

"Animal Welfare and Protection," to promote responsible treatment of animals