CLAT General Knowledge – Quiz Facts 25 Jan

Legion of Strength: French Foreign Legion Marches at India’s R-Day Parade

French muscle meets Indian pride! Elite Foreign Legion marches at R-Day!  6 Indians among 95, showcasing diversity and strength.  France and India: Defending democracy together!!

Key Points:

• 95 French Legionnaires with 6 Indians to march in India’s Republic Day parade.
• French President Macron as Chief Guest highlights deepening defence ties.
• Legion, open to foreigners, embodies diversity and elite training.
• Historical Indian presence in Legion, 800 currently serve.
• Joint parade and flypast showcase growing Indo-French military cooperation.
• Shared democratic values bind India and France, celebrated through Legion’s march.

Europe’s Measles Mayhem: 30-Fold Surge Threatens Elimination Efforts

Measles roars back in Europe! 30,000 cases, 30 times more than last year!  Vaccination down, herd immunity weak, disease on the rise.  Time to stop it!!

Key Points:

• Over 30,000 measles cases in Europe in 2023, a 30-fold increase compared to 2022.
• 40 countries affected, with Russia, Kazakhstan, and Britain among the worst hit.
• Pandemic disruptions to vaccination blamed for lower immunity levels.
• Herd immunity weakened, allowing virus to spread rapidly among unvaccinated.
• WHO’s elimination goal by 2030 in jeopardy.
• Urgent action needed: vaccinate infants, fill immunity gaps, improve surveillance.
• Cross-border fight requires shared responsibility and transparency.

Man Singh Blazes to Gold: India Celebrates Asian Marathon Victory!!

Man Singh flies! India crowns Asian Marathon Champion!  Gold medal glory, record-breaking run, and national pride soar high!!  India runs strong, Asia takes notice!!

Key Points:

• Indian runner Man Singh snatches gold at Asian Marathon Championships 2024.
• Historic feat: only the second Indian to win the title, sets personal best time.
• Singh defeats rivals by 65 seconds, showcasing India’s rising long-distance prowess.
• Other Indian athletes also shine, Belliappa Bo finishes 6th, Jadhav and Gawate reach top 11 in women’s race.
• National record awaits, but Singh’s gold stuns Asia and ignites Indian hopes.