14 November : Daily Current Affairs Quiz

Answer:  Option C - It awards any novel written originally in English and published in the UK or Ireland.

Explanation:

• The Booker Prize is awarded annually to the best original novel written in English and published in the UK or Ireland, irrespective of the author's nationality.
• Established in 1969, it initially focused on Commonwealth writers but now accepts entries globally.
• The novel must be an original work in English and traditionally published by a UK or Irish imprint, making self-published novels ineligible for the award.

Answer:  Option D - Bank of India

Explanation:

• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has identified State Bank of India, HDFC Bank, and ICICI Bank as Domestic Systemically Important Banks (D-SIBs) for 2024.
• These banks are considered "Too Big To Fail" due to their significant role in the financial system. Bank of India is not classified as a D-SIB by the RBI.

Answer:  Option A - Redrawing the boundaries of electoral constituencies based on population changes

Explanation:

• Delimitation refers to the process of redrawing the boundaries of electoral constituencies based on population changes, as mandated by Article 82 of the Indian Constitution.
• This ensures fair representation by recalculating the number of seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies after each Census.
• The last delimitation was based on the 1971 Census, with a freeze imposed until 2026, after which a new delimitation may be undertaken.

Answer:  Option C - African forest elephants are Critically Endangered, while African savanna elephants are classified as Endangered.

Explanation:

• The IUCN Red List categorizes African elephants into two distinct species with different conservation statuses.
• The African forest elephant (Loxodonta cyclotis) is classified as Critically Endangered, facing severe threats from habitat loss and poaching.
• In contrast, the African savanna elephant (Loxodonta africana) is listed as Endangered, with a relatively larger population but still at high risk.
• This distinction highlights the varying conservation needs and threats faced by each species.

Answer:  Option A - The Supreme Court can pass any order necessary for doing complete justice in any case.

Explanation:

• Article 142 of the Indian Constitution grants the Supreme Court the power to pass any order or decree necessary for doing complete justice in any case or matter pending before it.
• This provision empowers the Court to take necessary actions beyond the strict letter of law to ensure fair justice, thus enhancing its role as the ultimate interpreter of the Constitution and protector of citizens' rights.