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Exercise : Awards and Honours - Latest Current Affairs
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1.
Who was named the South Asia regional winner of the 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards?
Soma Mandal
Aisha Kiran
Joanne Newman
Corina Corpas
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Soma Mandal, an Indian science teacher, was selected as the South Asia regional winner of the 2026 Cambridge Dedicated Teacher Awards for her innovative work in environmental education. The awards are organised by Cambridge University Press & Assessment to recognise outstanding educators from different regions across the world. Winners are chosen based on their impact on students, creativity in teaching, and contribution to education. Soma Mandal was recognized for her practical environmental initiatives that encouraged awareness and learning among students. Along with the recognition, winners receive a commemorative trophy and books worth £500 for their classrooms, supporting further educational development.

2.
Who was appointed as the non-executive chairman of Vodafone Idea Limited?
Ravinder Takkar
Sunil Bharti Mittal
Akshaya Moondra
Kumar Mangalam Birla
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Kumar Mangalam Birla was appointed as the non-executive chairman of Vodafone Idea Limited, succeeding Ravinder Takkar. Prior to this elevation, he served as a non-executive director on the company’s board. The leadership transition was approved by the board and disclosed under Regulation 30 of the SEBI Listing Regulations, ensuring regulatory compliance and transparency. Ravinder Takkar stepped down from the chairman position and assumed the role of non-executive vice-chairman to maintain continuity in leadership. Vodafone Idea, formed through the merger of Vodafone India and Idea Cellular in 2018, is one of India’s leading telecommunications service providers with headquarters in Mumbai and Gandhinagar.

3.
Who was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) in May 2026?
Shashi Shekhar Vempati
Prasoon Joshi
Amit Khare
Anurag Thakur
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Shashi Shekhar Vempati was appointed as the new Chairperson of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) by the Government of India on May 6, 2026. He succeeded Prasoon Joshi, who stepped down after being elevated as the Chairman of Prasar Bharati. Vempati will serve a three-year term from the date of assuming office. The CBFC functions under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and is responsible for regulating the public exhibition of films in India under the Cinematograph Act, 1952. Originally established as the Central Board of Film Censors in 1951, the CBFC is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

4.
Who were appointed as full-time members of NITI Aayog by the Union Government, increasing its total full-time membership to seven?
Dr R Balasubramaniam and Dr Joram Aniya
Ashok Kumar Lahiri and Rajiv Gauba
K V Raju and Gobardhan Das
M Srinivas and Abhay Karandikar
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Dr R Balasubramaniam and Dr Joram Aniya were appointed as full-time members of NITI Aayog by the Union Government. Their appointment expanded the total number of full-time members in the government think tank to seven. Dr R Balasubramaniam is known as a physician, public policy expert, and founder of organisations such as the Swami Vivekananda Youth Movement (SVYM) and GRAAM. Dr Joram Aniya is an academician from Arunachal Pradesh and is recognised as the first woman from the Nyishi community to earn a PhD in the state. NITI Aayog, established in 2015, functions as the premier public policy think tank of the Government of India.

5.
Who was appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term beginning May 3, 2026?
Swaminathan J
S C Murmu
T Rabi Sankar
Rohit Jain
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Rohit Jain was appointed as the new Deputy Governor of the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a three-year term effective from May 3, 2026. Before this appointment, he served as an Executive Director at the RBI. He succeeded T Rabi Sankar, who retired after completing his extended tenure. Under the RBI Act, 1934, the central bank is required to have exactly four Deputy Governors, ensuring a balanced structure with internal experts and external professionals. The other serving Deputy Governors are Swaminathan J, Poonam Gupta, and S C Murmu. The RBI, established in 1935 and nationalised in 1949, is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra.