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Current Affairs - Awards and Honours

Exercise : Awards and Honours - Latest Current Affairs
  • Awards and Honours - Latest Current Affairs
711.
Recently, Arshia Sattar was honoured with which French distinction for her contributions to Indian literature and mythology?
Knight of the Order of the Legion of Honour
Commander of the National Order of Merit
Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters
Officer of the Order of Academic Palms
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Arshia Sattar was recently honoured with the Knight of the Order of Arts and Letters by the French government for her remarkable contributions to Indian literature and mythology.
Date : 2023-12-01
712.
What is the occupation of Abdullahi Mire, the 2023 UNHCR Nansen Refugee Award Global Laureate?
Global refugee advocate
A Kenyan refugee
A journalist and former refugee from Somalia
Somali ambassador for UNHCR
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The 2023 Global Laureate is Abdullahi Mire, a journalist and former refugee from Somalia who has championed the right to education while putting 100,000 books in the hands of displaced children and youth in Kenya.
Date : 2023-11-30
713.
Which railway station has been awarded the prestigious platinum rating by the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) for its commitment to environmental sustainability?
Chennai Central Station
Vijayawada Railway Station
Mumbai Local Station
Delhi Junction Station
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Vijayawada Railway Station has received the IGBC's platinum rating for its commitment to environmental sustainability, including water conservation, energy efficiency, waste management, and green landscaping.
Date : 2023-11-29
714.
Who directed the film "Drift" that received the ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 54th International Film Festival of India?
Anthony Chen
Cynthia Erivo
Jacqueline
Gandhi
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Anthony Chen directed the film "Drift," which was honoured with the ICFT-UNESCO Gandhi Medal at the 54th International Film Festival of India.
Date : 2023-11-29
715.
Which film won the Golden Peacock Award at IFFI 2023?
Daughter
Donbass
Particles
Endless Borders
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The film "Endless Borders" from Iran won the Golden Peacock Award at IFFI 2023. It was directed by Abbas Amini and tells the story of an Iranian teacher's difficult journey amid the turmoil caused by the rise of the Taliban in Afghanistan. Pouria Rahimi Sam, an Iranian actor, earned the Best Actor award for his performance in 'Endless Borders'.
Date : 2023-11-29
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