Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
1. Which film won Best Picture at the 98th Academy Awards?
A) Oppenheimer
B) Dune: Part Two
C) One Battle After Another
D) Barbie
Answer: C) One Battle After Another
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Explanation :
The film directed by Paul Thomas Anderson won the top Oscar.
It marked his first Best Picture win.
The movie was praised for its political and multi-generational storytelling.
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Michael B Jordan also won Best Actor.
It boosted confidence in original Hollywood films.
2. From where are the water buffaloes being translocated?
A) Jim Corbett National Park
B) Kaziranga National Park
C) Ranthambore National Park
D) Sundarbans National Park
Answer: B) Kaziranga National Park
Explanation :
Around 50 Asiatic water buffaloes will be moved from Kaziranga.
The transfer will happen in phases for safety and feasibility.
Initial groups may be smaller (5–6 animals) for testing.
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They will be sent to Kanha Tiger Reserve.
Kaziranga has over 1,000 wild buffaloes.
3. Who received the ‘Bir Lachit Borpuhukan Bota 2026’ award?
A) Gopal Chandra Hazarika
B) Arun Vignesh
C) Dr Girin Phukan
D) Pankajjyoti Hazarika
Answer: C) Dr Girin Phukan
Explanation :
Dr Girin Phukan is a noted educationist and former professor.
He was honoured for his academic contributions.
The award ceremony was held in Sivasagar.
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The award is linked to Lachit Borphukan.
It recognises excellence in research and education.
4. What was the theme of International Mathematics Day mentioned in the article?
A) Mathematics for Technology
B) Math and Innovation
C) Math for Future
D) Mathematics and Hope
Answer: D) Mathematics and Hope
Explanation :
The programme focused on the role of mathematics in life.
Experts highlighted its importance in problem-solving and science.
The theme encouraged optimism through learning mathematics.
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The event was organised by Assam Academy of Mathematics.
Students from multiple colleges participated online.
5. Which person delivered the lecture during International Mathematics Day?
A) Dr Girin Phukan
B) Prof Gopal Chandra Hazarika
C) Ryan Coogler
D) Arun Vignesh
Answer: B) Prof Gopal Chandra Hazarika
Explanation :
He is a noted mathematician and former department head.
His lecture focused on applied mathematics fields.
He emphasised analytical and critical thinking skills.
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The event involved Gargaon College and Nazira College.
Around 100 students attended the programme.
6. Who won the Sahitya Akademi Award 2025 for Assamese language?
A. Sahaisuli Brahma
B. Devabrat Das
C. Dhruba Jyoti Borah
D. Dinesh Baishya
Answer: B
Explanation :
Devabrat Das won the award for his Assamese novel Karhi Khelar Sadhu.
The selection was made by a jury panel of experts in Assamese literature.
The jury unanimously chose his work among several entries from Assam.
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The award recognizes outstanding literary works annually.
It covers multiple categories like novels, poetry, and essays.
7. What does each Sahitya Akademi Award winner receive?
A. Gold medal only
B. Rs. 5 lakh only
C. Certificate only
D. Plaque, shawl, and Rs. 1 lakh
Answer: D
Explanation :
Each winner receives an engraved copper plaque as recognition.
A traditional shawl is presented as a mark of honor.
Additionally, a cash prize of Rs. 1 lakh is awarded to every recipient.
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The award ceremony is held in New Delhi.
Winners from 24 Indian languages are honored together.
Daily Current Affairs 17 March 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune | Download PDF