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Exercise : Persons - Latest Current Affairs
  • Persons - Latest Current Affairs
1.
Who was recognised by the World Food Prize Foundation as a 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneer for his contributions to nutrition and sustainable food systems?
Chef Vikas Khanna
Chef Ranveer Brar
Chef Kunal Kapur
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Chef Sanjeev Kapoor, a celebrated Indian chef and Padma Shri awardee, was honoured by the World Food Prize Foundation as one of its 2025 Top Agri-Food Pioneers. He earned this global recognition for integrating culinary innovation with nutrition advocacy, sustainable sourcing, and agricultural transformation. Kapoor’s initiatives, such as Nutri Pathshala, have connected schools, farmers, and nutrition programmes, helping deliver over 2.5 million nutrient-rich meals to children. His promotion of bio-fortified crops like iron-rich pearl millet and zinc-rich wheat has advanced both food security and community health. This recognition highlights how chefs can drive real change in agriculture and nutrition policy.

2.
Who has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India (CJI), succeeding Justice BR Gavai?
Justice Surya Kant
Justice DY Chandrachud
Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul
Justice BR Gavai
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Justice Surya Kant has been appointed as the 53rd Chief Justice of India, with his tenure beginning on November 24, 2025, following the retirement of Justice BR Gavai. The appointment was approved by President Droupadi Murmu based on the collegium’s recommendation. Justice Surya Kant, currently a Supreme Court judge, is known for his contributions to constitutional law, social justice, and human rights. Before his elevation, he served as Chief Justice of the Himachal Pradesh High Court and as a judge at the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His leadership is expected to guide key judicial reforms and enhance justice delivery efficiency in India.

3.
Who has been recommended to become the 53rd Chief Justice of India following the retirement of Chief Justice Bhushan R Gavai?
Justice Surya Kant
Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Justice Sanjay Kishan Kaul
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Justice Surya Kant has been recommended to take over as the 53rd Chief Justice of India after the retirement of Chief Justice Bhushan R Gavai. He was elevated to the Supreme Court on May 24, 2019, and will serve as CJI for about 14 months, until February 9, 2027. Notably, Justice Surya Kant will be the first Chief Justice of India hailing from the state of Haryana, marking an important milestone in the history of the Indian judiciary.

4.
Who won silver medals for India at the U-23 World Wrestling Championships held in Serbia?
Haruna Morikawa and Ruka Natami
Hansika Lamba and Sarika Malik
Vinesh Phogat and Sakshi Malik
Anshu Malik and Sonam Malik
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Hansika Lamba and Sarika Malik secured silver medals for India at the U-23 World Wrestling Championships held in Serbia. Hansika competed in the 53kg category, where she lost 0–4 to Japan’s Haruna Morikawa in the final, while Sarika Malik, in the 55kg category, narrowly lost 1–2 to Ruka Natami. Their achievements significantly contributed to India’s overall success, as the country ended the tournament with an impressive total of seven medals, including five bronze medals in the women’s competition, marking a proud moment for Indian wrestling.

5.
Who made history by winning India’s first-ever MMA medal at the Asian Youth Games in Bahrain?
Dechachot Barisri
Palash Mandal
Arjun Singh
Veer Bhadu
Answer: Option
Explanation:
Veer Bhadu created history by winning India’s first-ever Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) medal at the Asian Youth Games held in Bahrain. Competing in the Men’s 80 kg category, Bhadu secured the bronze medal after a remarkable victory over Thailand’s Dechachot Barisri by unanimous decision. This achievement not only highlights Bhadu’s dedication and skill but also marks a major milestone for India in the field of combat sports. Alongside his success, Palash Mandal added another bronze in the 5000m walk race, bringing India’s total medal tally to twelve at the event.