Current Affairs Quiz - March, 2023
1. Which is the first state in the country to use robotic technology to clean all its commissioned manholes?
[A] Tamil Nadu
[B] Kerala
[C] Odisha
[D] Punjab
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Correct Answer: B [Kerala]
Notes:
The Kerala government launched robotic scavenger named ‘Bandicoot’, to clean sewages in temple town of Guruvayur.
It becomes the first state in the country to use robotic technology to clean all its commissioned manholes. It was launched under Guruvayur Sewerage Project in Thrissur district by the Kerala Water Authority (KWA), as part of the 100-day action plan of the state government.
2. Which state is set to get India’s first Marina?
[A] Kerala
[B] Odisha
[C] Karnataka
[D] Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: C [Karnataka]
Notes:
Chief Minister Basavaraj Bommai has confirmed that Karnataka is set to get India’s first Marina which will be constructed in the Udupi district.
This project has been initiated to promote coastal tourism in the state. He was speaking at a function ‘Seven Wonders of Karnataka’ hosted under the Department of Tourism.
3. When is the ‘National Science Day’ celebrated every year?
[A] February 21
[B] February 24
[C] February 28
[D] March 3
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Correct Answer: C [February 28]
Notes:
National Science Day is celebrated in India on February 28th every year to mark the discovery of the Raman Effect by Sir Chandrasekhara Venkata Raman.
It was observed for the first time in 1987. The day celebrates the contributions of scientists and creates awareness about the importance of science in everyday life. This discovery of Raman Scattering won Raman the Nobel Prize in Physics in 1930, making him the first Indian to receive a Nobel Prize in a scientific field.
4. Yamunotri Dham, which was seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Uttarakhand
[B] Sikkim
[C] West Bengal
[D] Bihar
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Correct Answer: A [Uttarakhand]
Notes:
Yamunotri Dham is part of Char Dham, the four famous Hindu pilgrimage sites in the Himalayas. The other famous Hindu pilgrimages in the Himalayas are Gangotri, Kedarnath and Badrinath.
The state government of Uttarakhand has inked a contract to construct a 3.38 km ropeway from Janki Chatti in Kharsali to Yamunotri Dham. The ropeway will bring down the travel time and it is estimated to cost Rs. 166.82 crore.
5. Which body examines and authorises diversion of forest land for projects?
[A] Forest Advisory Committee
[B] Expert Appraisal Committee
[C] Parliamentary Committee on Forest
[D] National Green Tribunal
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Correct Answer: A [Forest Advisory Committee]
Notes:
Forest Advisory Committee (FAC) is an expert body which examines and authorises diversion of forest land for projects.
The Holistic Development of Great Nicobar Island Project is being criticised for its adverse impact on the island’s ecology and indigenous tribes. The Environment Ministry has withheld all discussions on forest clearance for the entire project recommended by the Forest Advisory Committee (FAC).
6. Which country recently received the ‘GSMA Government Leadership Award 2023’?
[A] USA
[B] China
[C] India
[D] Japan
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Correct Answer: C [India]
Notes:
India received the GSMA Government Leadership Award 2023 at the GSMA’s Mobile World Congress (MWC) 2023.
The award recognized the Indian Government’s efforts in the development of the telecom sector. It also recognizes the regulatory mechanism policies targeting the mobile connectivity. Currently, 387 districts across India have access to 5G services.
7. When is the ‘Civil Accounts Day’ observed every year?
[A] March 1
[B] March 3
[C] March 5
[D] March 7
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Correct Answer: A [March 1]
Notes:
The 47th Civil Accounts Day is observed on March 1, 2023. The day marks the foundation of the Indian Civil Accounts Service in New Delhi’s Dr. Ambedkar International Centre.
The Indian Civil Accounts Service (ICAS) was established in 1976 after separating the maintenance of accounts of the Union Government from audit.
8. Which Union Ministry launched the ‘Grievance Appellate Committee (GAC)’?
[A] Ministry of Finance
[B] Ministry of Electronics and IT
[C] Ministry of Home Affairs
[D] Ministry of Defence
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Correct Answer: B [Ministry of Electronics and IT]
Notes:
The Minister of State for Electronics and Information Technology Rajeev Chandrasekhar launched the Grievance Appellate Committee.
It is a faceless dispute resolution mechanism that makes digital platforms accountable to DigitalNagriks. The mechanism is an important part of the overall framework of making the internet Open, Safe, Trusted and the digital platforms accountable.
9. Which country announced the Indo-Pacific tech envoy?
[A] UK
[B] USA
[C] Australia
[D] Germany
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Correct Answer: A [UK]
Notes:
India and UK launched the India-Britain exchange scheme during the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting.
British Foreign Secretary James Cleverly also announced the creation of the UK’s first Tech Envoy to the Indo-Pacific region, which will boost ties with India as a priority. He will discuss progress on the UK-India 2030 Roadmap with Indian External Affairs Minister.
10. Which city is the host of the ‘G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting (FMM)’?
[A] Mumbai
[B] Chennai
[C] New Delhi
[D] Ahmedabad
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Correct Answer: C [New Delhi]
Notes:
G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting (FMM) is scheduled to take place in physical format in New Delhi under India’s presidency.
The G20 Foreign Ministers Meeting (FMM) is one of the largest gatherings of foreign ministers hosted by any G20 Presidency. The 9 guest countries of the meeting are Bangladesh, Egypt, Mauritius, Netherlands, Nigeria, Oman, Singapore, Spain and the UAE.
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