CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -Prior to 1996, the Freedom was only open to British or Commonwealth Citizens. Now, however, it has been extended globally and persons of any nationality may be admitted either through nomination or by being presented by a Livery Company.

Detailed explanation-2: -England captain Harry Kane is to be awarded the Freedom of the City of London. The 29-year-old striker, who also plays for Tottenham Hotspur, has been given it in recognition of his outstanding sporting achievements, the City of London Corporation said.

Detailed explanation-3: -PEOPLE WHO HAD TO BE FREE The vast majority of City Freemen were, and are, admitted by other means, and represent a very broad cross-section of the population. Over the last 300 years, about 300,000 ordinary people have been made Free of the City of London.

Detailed explanation-4: -What is the Freedom of the City of London award? The Honorary Freedom of the City of London award is a recognition of lifetime achievement or high international standing. The granting of the award is extremely rare and generally given today only to royalty, heads of state, or figures of global standing.