Exploring Current Affairs: 24 April 2024 Edition

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Stay updated with the latest current affairs from the episode 3 of the GK & GS मेधांश सीरीज़ by Kumar Gaurav Sir, focusing on significant events and discoveries on 24 April 2024.

Endocrine Glands and National Anthem Insights

🔍Introduction to the quiz format educational video on endocrine glands

🧠Starting the quiz with a question on the largest endocrine gland

💡Questioning the function of endocrine glands in an interactive manner

🎶Discussion on the first singing of the National Anthem in 1986

🇮🇳National Anthem officially adopted on 24 January 1950

Political Updates and Cultural Insights

🗳️First woman to be Chief Election Commissioner was Rama Devi

🌍Operation Ajay and Operation Ganga initiated to rescue Indians in Ukraine and Afghanistan

💃Famous Bharat Natyam dancers and styles like Sadir and Attam discussed

🏳️‍🌈Explained different terms like lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and LGBTQ+ flag colors

🐍Vasuki Indicus, the largest snake in the world, discovered by researchers at IIT Roorkee

Scientific Measurements and Social Awareness

📏Discussion on various measurement units like length, electric current, luminous intensity, and temperature

⚖️Introduction to units like mole, Kelvin, and Ampere along with their significance in scientific measurements

🌏Child Care Leave (CCL) provided for the care of a child

🦠New bacterial species discovered and named after Gurudev Tagore

🌱World's first living heritage site declared recently

FAQ

When was the National Anthem officially adopted?

The National Anthem was officially adopted on 24 January 1950.

Who is the current Chief Election Commissioner of India?

The current Chief Election Commissioner of India is Rajiv Kumar.

Which operation was started to rescue Indians in Myanmar?

Operation Indravati was started to rescue Indians in Myanmar.

What is the significance of LGBTQ+ flag colors?

The LGBTQ+ flag colors play a role in attracting tourism and promoting awareness.

What is the largest snake in the world discovered recently?

Vasuki Indicus, the largest snake in the world, was discovered by researchers at IIT Roorkee.

What units were discussed in the context of scientific measurements?

Units like mole, Kelvin, and Ampere were introduced with their significance in scientific measurements.

What leave benefits are available for government job employees?

Maternity leave for up to 6 months and Child Care Leave (CCL) are provided for government job employees.

Which new bacterial species was named after Gurudev Tagore?

A new bacterial species was discovered and named after Gurudev Tagore.

What recent declaration was made regarding a living heritage site?

The world's first living heritage site was declared recently.

When was the 73rd Constitution Amendment Act enacted?

The 73rd Constitution Amendment Act was enacted on 24th April 1993.

Summary with Timestamps

📚 1:08Discussion on endocrine glands and their functions in a quiz format in a educational video.

🎵 9:11Evolution of National Anthem and Flag adoption dates discussed in Hindi.

🌾 15:52Importance of different types of soil for crops explained in Hindi.

📚 23:31Measurement units and physical quantities discussed in a educational video on current affairs.

📰 30:41First-time voting by Shyamapen tribal group, World Book and Copyright Day celebration in Kerala, and Ireland to sponsor Scotland in T20 World Cup 2024.