Daily Current Affairs 5 October 2023

1.		Who were awarded the Nobel Prize in Chemistry 2023, and what was the reason for their award?

Marie Curie and Pierre Curie for their work on radioactivity.

Linus Pauling for his contributions to the understanding of chemical bonds.

Moungi G. Bawendi, Louis E. Brus, and Alexei I. Ekimov for the discovery and synthesis of quantum dots.

Rosalind Franklin for her research on the molecular structure of DNA.

2.		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

3.		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.

4.		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.

5.		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

6.		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

7.		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.

8.		What is the primary objective of Breast Cancer Awareness Month?

To promote breast cancer as a fashionable cause

To provide free breast cancer screenings

To raise awareness about breast cancer, promote early detection, and support research and treatment

To celebrate the survivors of breast cancer

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