Sources for current affairs on 3rd January 2024 include Indian Express, Times of India (TOI), The Hindu, Hindustan Times, and Mint.
1. Muhammad Yunus Sentenced
– Bangladeshi court sentenced Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus to a six-month jail term.
– The sentence is related to the violation of labor laws in Bangladesh.
2. Ana Ofelia’s Death
– Mexican actor Ana Ofelia, who voiced Disney’s “Mama Coco,” passed away at the age of 90.
3. Prof B R Kamboj’s Honor
– Prof B R Kamboj was honored with the M S Swaminathan Award.
4. India in SKAO Project
– India is participating in the Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO), the world’s largest radio telescope project.
5. International Mind-Body Wellness Day
– January 3rd is observed as International Mind-Body Wellness Day.
– The focus is on improving mental and physical health globally.
6. Eurasian Otters in Kerala
– Eurasian Otters (Lutra lutra) were spotted for the first time in Kerala.
– The sighting occurred at Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki
3rd January 2024 Current Affairs MCQ
1. What led to the six-month jail term for Nobel laureate Muhammad Yunus?
a. Violation of traffic laws
b. Violation of labor laws
c. Tax evasion
d. Fraudulent activities
Answer: b. Violation of labor laws
2. Who recently passed away at the age of 90 and voiced Disney’s “Mama Coco”?
a. Muhammad Yunus
b. Prof B R Kamboj
c. Ana Ofelia
d. M S Swaminathan
Answer: c. Ana Ofelia
3. Which award was Prof B R Kamboj honored with?
a. Nobel Prize
b. M S Swaminathan Award
c. Pulitzer Prize
d. Bharat Ratna
Answer: b. M S Swaminathan Award
4. What is the Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO)?
a. World’s largest radio telescope project
b. International film festival
c. Global health initiative
d. Environmental conservation program
Answer: a. World’s largest radio telescope project
5. When is International Mind-Body Wellness Day observed?
a. January 1st
b. January 3rd
c. February 14th
d. March 8th
Answer: b. January 3rd
6. Where were Eurasian Otters spotted for the first time in Kerala?
a. Bandipur National Park
b. Sundarbans
c. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki
d. Silent Valley National Park
Answer: c. Chinnar Wildlife Sanctuary in Idukki