Awards & Honours Current Affairs MCQs – January 2025
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1. Which of the following ministries has announced the recipients of the National Sports Awards 2024? [A] Ministry of Defence [B] Ministry of Culture [C] Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports [D] Ministry of Home
Correct Answer: C [Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports] Notes: The Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports has announced the prestigious National Sports Awards for 2024, which will be conferred on 47 sportspersons, coaches, universities, and organizations for their remarkable contributions to the realm of sports. The awardees will be celebrated by the President of India at Rashtrapati Bhavan on January 17, 2025.
2. Match the following: Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award 2024.
List-I: Name of the Sportsperson
List-II: Discipline
1. Gukesh D
A. Shooting
2. Praveen Kumar
B. Chess
3. Manu Bhaker
C. Hockey
4. Harmanpreet Singh
D. Para-Athletics
Code: A. 1-B, 2-D, 3-A, 4-C B. 1-C, 2-D, 3-A, 4-B C. 1-D, 2-B, 3-A, 4-C D. 1-B, 2-D, 3-C, 4-A
Correct Answer: A [1-B, 2-D, 3-A, 4-C] Notes: ‘Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna Award’ is given for the spectacular and most outstanding performance in the field of sports by a sportsperson over the period of the previous four years. In 2024, the awardees included D Gukesh (Chess), Harmanpreet Singh (Hockey), Manu Bhaker (Shooting), and Praveen Kumar (Para-Athletics).
3. Who has been honored with the Gangadhar National Award for Poetry 2023? [A] Birakishore Das [B] Sucheta Mishra [C] Prativa Satpathy [D] Brahmotri Mohanty
Correct Answer: C [Prativa Satpathy] Notes: Prativa Satpathy, a well-known Odia poet, received the Gangadhar National Award for Poetry 2023 from Sambalpur University. She became famous in the 1960s with her notable poem ‘Sesha Janha’. Her works have been translated into many languages, earning her global recognition. The Gangadhar National Award, created in 1989, comes with a citation, a shawl, and a cash prize of Rs 1,00,000. Notable past winners include Gulzar, K Sachidanandan, and Jayanta Mohapatra.
4. Who will be honored with the Padmapani Lifetime Achievement Award 2025? [A] Viju Mane [B] Sai Paranjpye [C] Digpal Lanjekar [D] Milind Sulekha Purushottam
Correct Answer: B [Sai Paranjpye] Notes: Sai Paranjpye to Receive Padmapani Lifetime Achievement Award. Sai Paranjpye, a legendary director and writer in Indian cinema, is set to be honored with the Padmapani Lifetime Achievement Award at the upcoming Ajanta-Ellora International Film Festival (AIFF) 2025. The 10th edition of the AIFF will take place from January 15 to 19, 2025, in Chh4atrapati Sambhajinagar. The award will be presented to Paranjpye at the opening ceremony on January 15, at the Rukmini Auditorium of MGM University Campus.
5. Who won the 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards for Best Actor in a Motion Picture Drama? [A] Adrien Brody [B] Kieran Culkin [C] Hiroyuki Sanada [D] Peter Straughan
Correct Answer: A [Adrien Brody] Notes: The 82nd Annual Golden Globe Awards took place on January 5, 2025, at The Beverly Hilton in Beverly Hills, California. This event recognized the outstanding work in film and television from the past year. It showcased remarkable talent in areas like acting, directing, writing, and music. Key winners included Adrien Brody, who won Best Actor in a Motion Picture — Drama for his role in The Brutalist, and Zoe Saldaña, who received Best Actress in a Supporting Role for her performance in Emilia Pérez. This ceremony was significant as Nikki Glaser made history by being the first woman to host the Golden Globes alone. List some award winners: 1. Best Performance by an Actor in a Motion Picture — Drama: Adrien Brody, (“The Brutalist”). 2. Best Performance by an Actress in a Motion Picture — Drama: Fernanda Torres, (“I’m Still Here”). 3. Best Motion Picture — Drama: “The Brutalist”. 4. Best Performance by an Actress in a Supporting Role in any Motion Picture: Zoe Saldaña, (“Emilia Pérez”).
