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Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 1

 

1. Prime Minister Narendra Modi on March 13, 2024 virtually launched the Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan evam Rozgar Adharit _____(PM-SURAJ) portal for credit support to entrepreneurs from disadvantaged sections of society.
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. The government on March 11, 2024 announced the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), which aims to grant citizenship to migrants coming from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Members of which of these communities are not included in CAA?
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. NITI Aayog launched the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative under its Aspirational Blocks Programme on March 13, 2024. Who is the chief executive officer (CEO) of NITI Aayog?
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. Union Information and Broadcasting Minister Anurag Singh Thakur on March 13, 2024 launched Prasar Bharati’s news sharing service:
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE) Ltd launched two ASWSWC warships for the Indian Navy on March 13, 2024. These have been named INS Agray and _____.
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. The Central government has notified the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024. Which of these is not among the three age-based certification categories under the new rules?
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on March 14, 2024 launched a mobile app which is a compendium of New Criminal Laws by National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)? This app has been named:
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. In Defence procurement, IDDM is Indigenously Designed, Developed and _______.
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. In context of centre’s literacy initiatives, FLNAT is ____Literacy and Numeracy Assessment Test.
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. The Centre has designated the Indian Cyber Crime _____Centre (I4C) as an agency of the MHA to notify, under the Information Technology Act-2000, law-enforcement agencies about unlawful activities in cyberspace.
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. PM VIKAS, a scheme of Ministry of Minority Affairs, stands for Pradhan Mantri Virasat Ka _____. The scheme is for skill development and entrepreneurship promotion in minorities.
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. The government on March 11, 2024 announced the implementation of the Citizenship Amendment Act (CAA), which aims to grant citizenship to migrants coming from Afghanistan, Bangladesh and Pakistan. Those having come on or before which date are eligible for benefits under CAA?
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. Union Home Minister Amit Shah on March 14, 2024 inaugurated new branch offices of National Investigation Agency (NIA) in _____and Kochi.
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. The Central government has notified the Cinematograph (Certification) Rules, 2024. What is the validity of certificates issued to films by the CBFC (Central Board of Film Certification) Board under new rules?
a.
b.
c.
d.

15. NITI Aayog launched the ‘Vocal for Local’ initiative under its Aspirational Blocks Programme on March 13, 2024. Who is the Vice Chairman of Niti Aayog?
a.
b.
c.
d.

16. The government has closed down the _____, which was formed in 1993, following the recommendation that it has lost relevance as there are substantial alternative credit facilities available for women in rural areas.
a.
b.
c.
d.

17. The first flight test of indigenously developed Agni-V missile with MIRV technology was conducted on March 11, 2024. MIRV is Multiple ______Targetable Re-entry Vehicle.
a.
b.
c.
d.

18. In a major fillip to India’s fight against terrorism and organised crime, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated digital CCMS, designed by the National Investigation Agency (NIA) in New Delhi, on March 14, 2024. CCMS is:
a.
b.
c.
d.

19. The Ministry of Defence on March 13, 2024 signed a contract with Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) for procurement of 693 armament upgrades of which infantry combat vehicle?
a.
b.
c.
d.

20. According to information disclosed by SBI, which company purchased highest value of bonds, worth Rs 1,368 crore, till February 15, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

 

Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 2

 

1. Who was appointed Chairperson of the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) by the Centre on March 13, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh on March 15, 2024 inaugurated the new headquarters of the Indian ____at the Delhi Cantonment.
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. Who was on March 13, 2024 appointed as Director General of National Mission for Clean Ganga?
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. The Ministry of Minority Affairs on March 14, 2024 approved projects under PMJVK (Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram) Scheme for ‘Establishment of Centre for Jain Studies’ in which city of MP?
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. Who was on March 15, 2024 appointed as the new Prasar Bharati chairman?
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. The Ministry of Minority Affairs on March 14, 2024 approved Centre of Gurumukhi script at Khalsa College in the _____University under Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK).
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. The Ministry of Minority Affairs on March 14, 2024 approved the Centre of Jain Manuscriptology at _____University amounting to Rs. 40 Crore under PMJVK (Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram) scheme.
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. Preparing to induct the first batch of AH-64E Apache attack helicopters into its fold, the Indian Army Aviation Corps raised its first unit at _____on March 15, 2024 that will operate the helicopters.
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. Which former IAS Officer was on March 14, 2024 appointed as Election Commissioner?
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. The Ministry of Minority Affairs on March 14, 2024 approved the proposal from _____ University for establishment of the ‘Centre for Advanced studies in Buddhist Studies’ at the University under its Pradhan Mantri Jan Vikas Karyakram (PMJVK) and “Buddhist Development Plan” (BDP).
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. The Election Commissioners have a term of_____, or up to the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. Who was on March 9, 2024 appointed as the new chairperson of the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC)?
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. Defence Minister Rajnath Singh has approved a proposal for the expansion of the National Cadet Corps (NCC) with the addition of three lakh cadet vacancies. The NCC will now have a sanctioned strength of ____ lakh cadets.
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. Which former IAS Officer was on March 14, 2024 appointed as Election Commissioner?
a.
b.
c.
d.

15. Who took charge as a vigilance commissioner at the Central Vigilance Commission on March 11, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

16. The tenure of the Vigilance Commissioner is of ____years or till the incumbent attains the age of 65 years.
a.
b.
c.
d.

17. What was India’s rank among in UNDP’s Human Development Index (HDI)?
a.
b.
c.
d.

18. The Directorate of Revenue Intelligence (DRI) busted a big syndicate involved in smuggling of foreign-origin gold worth around Rs. 40 crore in its operation code named _____ on March 12-13, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

19. L. Ramdas passed away in Hyderabad on March 15, 2024 at the age of 90. He was the former Chief of Indian ____.
a.
b.
c.
d.

20. The UNDP Human Development Index (HDI) has put India into which category?
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

 

Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 3

 

1. USA was the largest exporter of arms in 2019–23, accounting for ____ of global arms exports, according to a report of SIPRI (Stockholm International Peace Research Institute) released on March 11, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. Who won Best Director Award at the 96th Academy Awards given in Hollywood, Los Angeles (US) on March 10, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. The Democratic Alliance (AD), led by Luís Montenegro, won highest number of seats in which country’s general elections held in March 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. Who is the Administrator of the UN Development Programme (UNDP)?
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. Who won Best Actress Award at the 96th Academy Awards given in Hollywood, Los Angeles (US) on March 10, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. India was the largest importer of arms in 2019–23, accounting for ____ of global arms imports, according to a report of SIPRI (Stockholm International Peace Research Institute) released on March 11, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. The 193-member General Assembly voted on the resolution ‘Measures to combat Islamophobia’ on March 15, 2024. Which of these statements is/are correct?
I. The resolution was passed
II. No country against the resolution
III. India abstained from voting
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. The Union Cabinet on March 13, 2024 approved the Inter-Governmental Framework Agreement (IGFA) for the empowerment and operation of the India-Middle East _____Economic Corridor (IMEC).
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. Which is the last ranked country on Human Development Index (HDI) ranking by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP)?
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. Who won Best Actor Award at the 96th Academy Awards given in Hollywood, Los Angeles (US) on March 10, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. Which was the Best Picture at the 96th Academy Awards given in Hollywood, Los Angeles (US) on March 10, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. Which country has been ranked first on DHL Global Connectedness Index compiled by global logistics major DHL and New York University’s Stern School of Business recently?
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. India and which country conducted Joint Military Exercise ‘LAMITIYE-2024’ in March?
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. President Droupadi Murmu on March 12, 2024 announced that the Indian government will support the Government of ______in the redevelopment of the sacred Ganga Talao complex into a religious, cultural and tourist hub.
a.
b.
c.
d.

15. President Droupadi Murmu participated as the Chief Guest of the 56th National Day celebrations of which country on March 12, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

16. Sergei Aleinik, who visited India in March 2024, is the Foreign Minister of:
a.
b.
c.
d.

17. Prime Minister Narendra Modi witnessed the tri-service exercise____ at the Pokhran firing range in Rajasthan on March 12, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

18. Indian Navy on March 16, 2024 recovered Malta-flagged bulk carrier ___ that was hijacked by Somali pirates in December 2023.
a.
b.
c.
d.

19. Which was the Best International Feature Film at the 96th Academy Awards given in Hollywood, Los Angeles (US) on March 10, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

20. Which country topped the UNDP Human Development Index?
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

 

Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 4

 

1. Ariel Henry resigned as Prime Minister of which country in March 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen announced plans to extend military conscription to women for the first time in which country recently?
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. Who is the new Prime Minister of Palestine?
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. The International Day to Combat Islamophobia was observed on ____, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. The International Day of Action For Rivers was observed on ___, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. The World Sleep Day was observed on____, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. Which country claimed to have conducted successful test of laser weapon named “DragonFire” that has the ability to hit a coin from a kilometer away?
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. World Consumer Rights Day was celebrated on ___, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. The 10-day _____ exercises between defence forces of United States and South Korea concluded in South Korea on March 14, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. The International Day of Mathematics was observed on_____, 2024
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. Who won the 2024 Chameli Devi Jain Award for outstanding woman journalist?
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. China, Iran and Russia conducted joint naval drill ____ in the Gulf of Oman, a crucial waterway near the mouth of the Persian Gulf, in March 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. Who was on March 17, 2024 announced as the winner of its Sangita Kalanidhi award by Chennai-based Music Academy for 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. Who was on March 17, 2024 announced as the winner of its Nritya Kalanidhi award by Chennai-based Music Academy for 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

15. Which country was in news in March 2024 for a ceasefire between feuding factions — known as the Yopo Alliance and the Palinau Alliance?
a.
b.
c.
d.

16. China has helped Pakistan Navy induct its first specialised research or spy ship named:
a.
b.
c.
d.

17. World Oral Health Day was celebrated on____, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

18. Nepal’s government on March 17, 2024 declared which city as the tourism capital of the Himalayan nation?
a.
b.
c.
d.

19. Who won the 2024 Chameli Devi Jain Award for outstanding woman journalist?
a.
b.
c.
d.

20. Global Recycling Day was observed on____, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

 

Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 5

 

1. NIESBUD is National Institute for Entrepreneurship and ____ Business Development.
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. What was the Wholesale Price Index (WPI)-based inflation in February 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. UPC in telecom is ____ Porting Code.
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. What is the sugar production estimate for 2023-24 according to Indian Sugar Mills Association (ISMA)?
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. Gold importers from India need to pay basic customs duty and Agriculture Infrastructure and ____Cess (AIDC).
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. The Reserve Bank on March 15, 2024 said it has been selected for the Risk Manager Award by the London-based_____.
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. What was the rise in industrial output, as measured by the Index of Industrial Production (IIP), in January 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on March 13, 2024 inaugurated the new office building of NCEL in New Delhi. NCEL is National Cooperative ____Ltd.
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on March 13, 2024 inaugurated the new office building of BBSSL in New Delhi. BBSSL is Bharatiya Beej Sahakari ____Ltd.
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. TRAI on March 15, 2024 updated regulations to disallow telecom subscribers to port out of their current network provider if they have “swapped” their SIM card, after the loss or damage of a previous card, within the past ____days.
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. The centre on March 13, 2024 announced the Electric Mobility Promotion Scheme (EMPS), 2024. This scheme is valid for four months from April 1 onwards. What is the maximum subsidy available for an electric two-wheeler?
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. RIBOS is Reserve Bank ____Ombudsman Scheme.
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. Cooperation Minister Amit Shah on March 13, 2024 inaugurated the new office building of NCOL in New Delhi. NCOL is National Cooperative _____Ltd.
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. The Ministry of Defence on March 15, 2024 signed a contract with which company for Mid Life Upgrade (MLU) of 25 Dornier Aircraft?
a.
b.
c.
d.

15. GoI and ADB on March 13, 2024 signed a $181 million loan to build quality infrastructure and services toward improving urban livability and mobility in the peri-urban areas of which city in Gujarat?
a.
b.
c.
d.

16. The government on March 16, 2024 invited bids for setting up electrolyser manufacturing capacities under the Strategic ______for Green Hydrogen Transition (SIGHT) scheme.
a.
b.
c.
d.

17. Which government-owned organisation has received $24.5 million from Green Climate Fund (GCF) for its `Avaana Sustainability Fund (ASF)’?
a.
b.
c.
d.

18. What were India’s foreign exchange reserves during the week ended March 8, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

19. Sales of which high-octane, eco-friendly fuel commenced across 183 Indian Oil outlets in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Uttar Pradesh, New Delhi, and Tamil Nadu from March 15, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

20. What was the Retail inflation, as measured by the Consumer Price Index (CPI), in February 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

 

Current Affairs March 2024 Second week Quiz 6

 

1. Who won women’s singles title at the All England Open badminton tournament in Birmingham on March 17, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

2. Union Minister of State for Electronics and IT, Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Jal Shakti, Rajeev Chandrasekhar inaugurated India’s first FutureLABS center in C-DAC ____ on March 12, 2024.
a.
b.
c.
d.

3. Who took most wickets (13) in the Women’s Premier League that concluded on March 17, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

4. The Maharashtra Cabinet on March 13, 2024 approved the renaming of which city as Ahilyanagar?
a.
b.
c.
d.

5. Pobitora wildlife sanctuary is in:
a.
b.
c.
d.

6. Who won the Vizzy Trophy one-day cricket championship at Barsapara (Guwahati) on March 16, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

7. The Centre on March 12, 2024 announced that it will celebrate ___every year as ‘Hyderabad Liberation Day’.
a.
b.
c.
d.

8. Who is the new chief minister of Haryana?
a.
b.
c.
d.

9. Dedicated to Mahatma Gandhi, Kochrab Ashram is in which state?
a.
b.
c.
d.

10. Union Minister for Tribal Affairs; Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare, Arjun Munda, virtually laid the foundation stone of ‘Centre for Preservation and promotion of Tribal Culture & Heritage’ in which state on March 16, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

11. Union Minister for Information and Broadcasting, Anurag Singh Thakur launched the first season of “Swaraj” on which OTT platform on March 12, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

12. Who won men’s singles title at the All England Open badminton tournament in Birmingham on March 17, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

13. Who made most runs (347) in the Women’s Premier League that concluded on March 17, 2024?
a.
b.
c.
d.

14. Gulveer Singh broke men’s national record in which athletics event recently?
a.
b.
c.
d.


 

 

 

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