Practice MCQs

Correct Answer : A
The 2nd meeting of the Employment Working Group (EWG), spearheaded by Brazil, took place in Brasilia with India’s involvement. Ms. Sumita Dawra, Secretary of Labour & Employment, India, serves as co-chair alongside Brazil and South Africa. The meeting's agenda encompasses discussions on quality employment, managing transitions during digital transformations, leveraging technology for improved quality of life, and promoting gender equity in work environments. The Indian delegation stressed the importance of inclusivity, advocating for equal empowerment and representation regardless of demographic factors.

Correct Answer : C
Representatives from 34 nations gathered in Brussels on March 21 for the Nuclear Energy Summit, facilitated by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) and Belgium. The summit's objective was to discuss tactics for utilizing nuclear power to achieve net - zero emissions and sustainable development objectives. Building on commitments made at COP28, where more than 20 countries committed to expanding nuclear energy usage, the summit focused on actionable measures for implementation and funding, with technical discussions exploring ways to optimize nuclear energy's capabilities.

Correct Answer : D
Michel Talagrand from CNRS, Paris, France, has been honored with the 2024 Abel Prize by the Norwegian Academy of Science and Letters for his significant contributions to probability theory and stochastic processes. Talagrand's research sheds light on the impact of randomness in diverse areas, essential for fields like weather prediction and business operations. His focus on the Gaussian distribution plays a pivotal role in deciphering apparently random occurrences such as birth weights, academic achievements, and athlete retirements.