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Weekly Current Affairs: 14-20 March 2022
1. Where has it been announced to make India's
first 'Medical City' recently?
- Pune
1.
Maharashtra government has announced to set up
India's first medical city 'Indrayani Medicity' in Pune to provide all types of
specialized treatment under one roof.
2.
Indrayani Medicity will have hospitals, medical
research centers, pharmaceutical manufacturing, wellness, and physiotherapy.
- Maharashtra
- Capital: Mumbai
- Formation: 01 May 1960
- CM: Uddhav Thackeray
- Governor: Bhagat Singh Koshyari
2. Recently who has been announced to be appointed
as the new Chairman and Managing Director (CMD) of 'Oil India'?
- Dr. Ranjit Rath
- 'Dr. Ranjit Rath' will be appointed as the new
Chairman and Managing Director of 'Oil India', replacing the current
Chairman and Managing Director 'Sushil Chandra Mishra' who retires on June
30 this year.
- Oil India
- Founded: 18 February 1959
- HQ: Duliajan, Assam
- CMD: Sushil Chandra Mishra (Next Dr. Ranjit Rath on
30 June 2022)
3. On which day 'International Mathematics Day' and
'Pi Day' have been celebrated recently?
- March 14
- International Mathematics Day and Pi Day are
celebrated on 14 March every year.
- Pi is a Greek letter and a mathematical constant
that expresses the ratio of the circumference of a circle to its diameter.
- This day is also the birthday of Albert Einstein,
Albert Einstein (14 March 1879 – 18 April 1955) was a German-born
theoretical physicist, Einstein is best known for developing the theory of
relativity, but he did not work for the theory of quantum mechanics. also
made a significant contribution to the development.
4. Morgan Stanley has projected India's GDP growth
rate to be what percent for the fiscal year 2022-23?
- 7.9%
- Morgan Stanley is an American multinational
investment bank and financial services company headquartered in Midtown
Manhattan, New York City.
5. Recently who has been appointed as the new and
youngest President of Chile?
- Gabriel Boric font
- Gabriel Boric Font, 36, has been appointed as the
youngest President of Chile.
- He will replace 'Sebastian Pinera' and will continue
in this position for the next 4 years.
- Chile
- Capital: Santiago
- Currency: Chilean Peso
- President: Gabriel Boric Font
6. Where has the 'National Defense University' been
inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi recently?
- Gandhinagar
- Where 'National Defense University' has been
inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in Gandhinagar, the
capital of Gujarat.
- Gujarat
- Formation: 01 May 1960
- Capital: Gandhinagar
- CM: Bhupendra Patel
- Governor: Acharya Devvrat
7. Where has the 11th 'Khel Mahakumbh' been
inaugurated recently?
- Ahmedabad
- The 11th 'Khel Mahakumbh' organized by the
Government of Gujarat has been inaugurated by Prime Minister Shri Narendra
Modi in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.
- Gujarat
- Formation: 01 May 1960
- Capital: Gandhinagar
- CM: Bhupendra Patel
- Governor: Acharya Devvrat
8. Recently which has become the largest
coal-producing company of India?
- Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL)
- It has crossed 157 million tonnes (MT) in coal
production in the financial year 2021-22.
- The company produced 7.62 lakh tonnes of dry fuel
which is the highest in a single day during the current financial year and
has reached 157.7 MT, an increase of about 16 percent over the previous
financial year.
- Mahanadi Coalfields Limited (MCL) is
a unit of Coal India Limited.
- Minister of Coal: Shri Pralhad Joshi (Minister of
Parliamentary Affairs and Minister of Mines)
9. Recently which Indian badminton player has won a
silver medal in the men's singles category in 'German Open 2022'?
- Lakshya Sen
- Indian badminton player 'Lakshya Sen' has won the
silver medal after losing to Thailand's Kunlavut Vitidsern in the men's
singles final of 'German Open 2022'.
- The 'German Open 2022' was held in Mulhem, Thailand.
10. Which is the only Telecom PSU to find a place
in the recently released 'Fortune India Next 500 List of the Year 2022'?
- RailTel
- RailTel has jumped 67 places to 124th position in
the recently announced 'Fortune India Next 500 List of the Year 2022'.
- RailTel is one of the largest neutral telecom
infrastructure service providers in the country.
- Apart from RailTel, IRCTC is the only Railway PSU in
the list at 309 ranks.
- RailTel Corporation of India Limited is owned by
Indian Railways, the Ministry of Railways, Government of India and is
focused on providing Broadband and VPN services.
11. Which state has secured the first position in
the list of complete immunization under Mission Indradhanush?
- Orissa
1.
Odisha becomes the only state in the country to
achieve 90.5% immunization apart from successful vaccination against COVID-19
infection under Mission Indradhanush 4.0
2.
In Odisha, 20 districts were found to be above 90%
with complete vaccination, and the remaining 10 districts were found to be less
than 90%.
- Odisha
- Capital: Bhubaneswar
- Formation: 01 April 1936
- CM: Naveen Patnaik
- Governor: Ganeshi Lal
12. Recently who has become the first Indian
cricketer to score the fastest fifty in the history of Test cricket?
- Rishabh Pant
1.
On 13 March 2022, in Test cricket being played
against Sri Lanka, Indian wicketkeeper 'Rishabh Pant' broke the 40-year-old
record of 'Kapil Dev' by scoring a half-century (50 runs) in 28 balls.
- BCCI: Board of Control for Cricket in India
- Established: 04 December 1928
- President: Saurav Ganguly (39th)
- Secretary: Jai Shah
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- ICC: International Cricket Council
- HQ: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Established: 15June1909
- Chairman: Greg Barclay
- CEO: Geoff Allardyce
13. Recently who has been appointed as the new
Ambassador of India to China?
- Pradeep Kumar Rawat
- Pradeep Kumar Rawat has been appointed as the Indian
Ambassador to China in place of outgoing Vikram Misri.
- China Capital: Beijing
- Currency: Yuan or Renminbi
- President: Xi Jinping
14. On which day "World Consumer Rights
Day" has been observed recently?
- March 15
- The theme of World Consumer Rights Day 2022: 'Fair
Digital Finance'
- World Consumer Rights Day is celebrated every year
on 15 March. On this day, advocates raise their voice for the demand that
the rights of all consumers be respected and protected, irrespective of
the product or service or the social strata where the consumers are.
15. Where has the country's first 'Artificial
Intelligence and Robotics Technology Park' been launched recently?
- Bangalore
1.
The country's first Artificial Intelligence and
Robotics Technology Park "ARTPARK" has been launched in Bengaluru.
- Karnataka
- Capital: Bengaluru
- Formation: 01 November 1956
- CM: Basavaraj Bommai
- Governor: Thawar Chand Gehlot
16. Where has recently been announced the
establishment of India's first "World Peace Center"?
- Gurugram
1.
The establishment of India's first "World
Peace Center" has been announced in Gurugram, Haryana by the 'Ahimsa
Vishwa Bharati' Sansthan.
2.
The "World Peace Center" being
established here in India will work for the establishment of peace and harmony
in the world.
- Haryana
- Capital: Chandigarh
- CM: Manohar Lal Khattar
- Governor: Bandaru Dattatreya
17. Recently which portal has been launched by the
Delhi government to promote the purchase of electric vehicles?
- 'My EV'
1.
EV: Electric Vehicle
2.
Delhi Government has launched an online portal 'My
EV' for purchase and registration of Electric Autos in Delhi.
3.
Under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy, a rebate
of 5% interest will be provided on the purchase of e-autos on loan.
- Delhi
- Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal
- Lieutenant Governor: Anil Baijal
- Delhi Police Commissioner: Rakesh Asthana
18. Where has India's first digital water bank
'Aquarium' been launched recently?
- Bangalore
1.
The country's first digital water bank 'Aquarium'
was launched in Bengaluru, Karnataka, aimed at providing clean drinking water
and sanitation.
2.
It is created by Aquacraft Group Ventures,
next-generation sustainability and impact enterprise focused on providing clean
drinking water and sanitation.
- Karnataka
- Capital: Bengaluru
- Formation: 01 November 1956
- CM: Basavaraj Bommai
- Governor: Thawar Chand Gehlot
19. According to the recently released report by
'Stockholm International Peace Research Institute' (SIPRI), which country has
become the largest importer of arms?
- Bharat
- According to the report released by 'Stockholm
International Peace Research Institute' (SIPRI), India has been the
largest importer of arms in 2017-21.
- In this list, India is at first, Saudi Arabia
second, Egypt third, Australia fourth, and China fifth.
- SIPRI: Stockholm International Peace Research
Institute
- Established: 06 May 1966
- HQ: Stockholm, Sweden
20. Which film has been declared the best film at
the 75th "British Academy Film Awards" recently?
- 'The Power of the Dog'
Some of the other important awards at the 75th "British Academy Film
Awards" organized by the British Academy of Film and Television Arts
(BAFTA) are as follows:-
- Best Film: The Power of the Dog
- Best Director: Jane Campion (for "The Power of
the Dog")
- Best Actress in a Leading Role: Joanna Scanlan (for
"After Love")
- Best Actor in a Leading Role: Will Smith (King
Richard)
- Best Animated Film: Encanto
21. On which day "International Day of Action
for Rivers" has been observed recently?
- March 14
- "International Day of Action for Rivers"
is observed every year on 14th March.
- It is a day dedicated to creating awareness about
the importance of rivers, protecting them, and celebrating their purity.
22. Recently who has been appointed as the new
chairman of the airline 'Air India'?
- N Chandrasekaran
- Tata Sons Chairman N Chandrasekaran has been
officially appointed as the Chairman of Air India.
- Air India
- Founded: 15 October 1932
- Operation Started: 29 July 1946
- HQ: New Delhi
- Chairman: N Chandrasekaran
23. Recently the former President of Zambia has
passed away, what is his name?
- Rupiah Banda
- Rupiah Banda, the former President of Zambia, has
passed away at the age of 85 after a prolonged illness.
- Zambia
- Capital: Lusaka
- Currency: Zambia Kwacha
- President: Hakainde Hichilema
24. Recently who has been selected as the 'ICC
Player of the Month' for the month of February in the men's category?
- Shreyas Iyer
1.
Well-known Indian batsman 'Shreyas Iyer' has been
named 'ICC Player of the Month' for the month of February (2022) in the men's
category.
2.
Whereas in the women's category, New Zealand's
all-rounder 'Amelia Kerr' has been voted 'ICC Player of the Month' for the
month of February (2022).
- ICC: International Cricket Council
- HQ: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Established: 15 June 1909
- Chairman: Greg Barclay
- CEO: Geoff Allardyce
25. In whose honour 'Chair of Excellence' has
been established recently?
- General Bipin Rawat
1.
The
'Chair of Excellence' has been established in the 'United Service Institution
of India' (USI) by the Indian Army in honor of India's first CDS chief and
former Army Chief 'General Bipin Rawat'.
2.
CDS:
Chief of Defense Staff
3.
USI:
United Service Institution of India
- Chief of Defense Staff:?
- Chief of Army Staff: General Manoj Mukund Narwane
- Chief of the Air Force: Air Marshal Vivek Ram
Chaudhari
- Chief of Naval Staff: Admiral R. Hari Kumar
26. On which day "World Contact Day"
has been observed recently?
- March 15
- World Contact Day was first proclaimed in March
1953 by an organization called the International Flying Saucer Bureau
(IFSB), the day all IFSB members attempted to send telepathic messages
into space.
- The IFSB voted to hold such a day in 1953,
believing that if both telepathy and alien life were real, large numbers
of people focused on a similar text would be able to transmit messages
through space may be able to.
- IFSB: International Flying Saucer Bureau
27. Which country has been chosen to host the
'FIDE Chess Olympiad 2022'?
- India
- The 'FIDE Chess Olympiad 2022' will be hosted in Chennai,
the capital of Tamil Nadu in India.
- Earlier 'FIDE Chess Olympiad 2022' was originally
scheduled to be held in Russia but due to the ongoing tension between
Russia and Ukraine, it has now been decided to organize it in India.
- FIDE recently announced that it has separated
from Russia following the invasion of Ukraine.
- This is the first time India is hosting the FIDE
Chess Olympiad since its inception in 1927.
- It will be held from 26 July to 8 August 2022.
28. Recently the Government of India has approved
a $1 billion Line of Credit (LoC) for financial assistance to which country?
- Sri Lanka
1.
The
Indian government has approved a $1 billion Line of Credit (LoC) to help the
island nation import food, essential commodities, and medicines to Sri Lanka.
2.
Sri
Lanka is currently facing a serious economic crisis.
- Sri Lanka
- Capital: 1. Colombo (Executive Capital) 2. Sri
Jayawardenepura Kotte (Legislative Capital)
- Currency: Sri Lankan Rupee
- PM: Mahindra Rajapaksa
- President: Gotabaya Rajapaksa
29. Recently who has been sworn in as the new
Chief Minister of Punjab state?
- Bhagwant Mann
- After the massive victory of the Aam Aadmi Party
(AAP) in Punjab, the leader of the party party 'Bhagwant Mann' has been
elected for the Chief Minister's post.
- Bhagwant Mann has been sworn in as the 17th Chief
Minister of Punjab.
- Bhagwant Mann will replace outgoing Chief
Minister Charanjit Singh Channi.
- Punjab
- Capital: Chandigarh
- CM: Bhagwant Mann
- Governor: Banwarilal Purohit
30. Which book based on Prime Minister Narendra
Modi has been announced by the Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) to release?
- 'Modi@20'
- The Bharatiya Janata Party (BJP) has announced
the release of a book 'Modi@20: Dreams Meet Delivery' on the life of Prime
Minister Narendra Modi.
- It is a compilation of pieces written by
intellectuals and experts and edited and compiled by the Bluecraft Digital
Foundation.
- The book chronicles the political life of PM Modi
over the past 20 years, from his tenure as the Chief Minister of Gujarat
to the Prime Minister of India.
- This book ('Modi@20') will be printed in April
2022.
31. Which launching vehicle has been successfully
test-fired by the Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) recently?
- SSLV
- SSLV: Small Satellite Launch Vehicle
- After the successful test of the launching
vehicle 'SSLV' (Small Satellite Launch Vehicle) launched by ISRO, it is
now ready for its first development flight, which will take place in May
2022. is set for
- ISRO: Indian Space Research Organization
- Established: 15 August 1969
- HQ: Bengaluru
- Chairman: S Somnath
32. Which country has topped the recently held
'Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships'?
- Uzbekistan
- 'Uzbekistan' has secured the first position with
23 gold medals in the 'Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships.
- The 'Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships'
was organized in the Jordanian capital Amman.
- A total of 39 medals including 15 gold medals, 10
silver medals, 14 bronze medals have been won by Indian players in the
'Asian Youth and Junior Boxing Championships'.
33. On which day 'National Immunization Day' has
been celebrated recently?
- March 16
- The theme of 'National Immunization Day' 2022:
"Vaccines Work for All"
- India gave the first dose of an oral vaccine
against polio on this day in 1995.
- It introduced National Immunization Day (NID),
also known as National Immunization Day and Pulse Polio Vaccination
Programme.
34. Recently the former Governor of Andhra
Pradesh has passed away, what is his name?
- Kumudben Joshi
- Kumudben Joshi served as the Governor of Andhra
Pradesh from 26 November 1985 to 7 February 1990.
- Andhra Pradesh
- Capital: 1. Amaravati (Legislative: Legislative)
2. Visakhapatnam (Executive: Executive) 3. Kurnool (Judicial: Judicial)
- CM: Y. S. JaganMohan Reddy
- Governor: Biswabhusan Harichandan
35. Recently who has been selected for the 31st
"GD Birla Award"?
- Narayan Pradhan
- Professor Narayan Pradhan has been selected for
the 31st "GD Birla Award" for Scientific Research for his
outstanding contribution in the field of Physics.
- He has provided his expertise in crystal
modulation to help design the new shape of these tiny light materials.
What is GD Birla Award?
- The GD Birla Award for Scientific Research is an
award instituted by the KK Birla Foundation in 1991 in honor of Indian
philanthropist Ghanshyam Das Birla.
- The award is given for outstanding scientific
research, mostly during the last 5 years, carried out by an Indian
scientist, who is less than 50 years of age, living and working in India.
- It carries a cash prize of ₹1.5 lakh (0.15
million).
- The award is given every year and is available to
all branches of science, including medical science, basic, and applied.
36. Which state has topped the recently released
"Maternal Mortality Ratio" ranking?
- Kerala
1.
Kerala
is the first state in the country to have the lowest number of maternal deaths
during the year 2017-19.
2.
In
the "Maternal Mortality Ratio" ranking, Kerala ranks first, Telangana
second, and Maharashtra third.
3.
West
Bengal, Haryana, Uttarakhand, and Chhattisgarh perform very poorly in the
"Maternal Mortality Ratio" ranking.
- Kerala
- Capital: Thiruvananthapuram
- CM: Pinarayi Vijayan
- Governor: Arif Mohammad Khan
37. Recently which bank has been punished by RBI
in the data leak case?
- Paytm Payments Bank
1.
The
annual inspection by the Reserve Bank of India found that the company's servers
were sharing information with China-based organizations, which has led to Paytm
Payments Bank adding new customers and other restrictions.
- Paytm Payments Bank
- Established: 2017
- HQ: Noida
- Chairman: Vijay Shekhar Sharma
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- RBI: Reserve Bank of India
- HQ: Mumbai
- Established: 1 April 1935
- Nationalization: 01 January 1949
- Governor: Shaktikanta Das
- Deputy Governor: 1. Mahesh Kumar Jain 2. Michael
Debabrata Patra 3. M Rajeshwar Rao 4. T Rabi Sankar
38. Recently which day has been declared by the
United Nations General Assembly as "International Day to Combat
Islamophobia"?
- March 15
1.
The
resolution introduced by Pakistan's Ambassador Modi has been passed in the
United Nations General Assembly, which will be observed every year on March 15
as "International Day to Combat Islamophobia".
2.
"International
Day to Combat Islamophobia" aims to reduce hate speech and discrimination
against Muslims, respect for religious symbols and practices as well as end
tolerance and discrimination of all kinds based on religion or belief.
- United Nations (UN)
- Established: 24 October 1945
- HQ: New York
- Secretary-General: Antonio Guterres
39. According to the recently released report of
Bloomberg, what is the rank of India in terms of market capitalization?
- 5th
- According to a report released by Bloomberg, India
has for the first time featured in the list of top five countries in the
world in terms of market capitalization and is at the fifth position with
a total market capitalization of USD 3.21 trillion.
- The US ranks first with a total market
capitalization of US$ 45.32 trillion and China is at the second position
with US$ 11.52 trillion in this ranking.
40. Recently who has been appointed as the new
Lokayukta of Delhi?
- Harish Chandra Mishra
- Retired Judge of Jharkhand High Court Harish
Chandra Mishra has been appointed as the new Lokayukta of Delhi for the
next 5 years.
- Delhi
- Chief Minister: Arvind Kejriwal
- Lieutenant Governor: Anil Baijal
- Delhi Police Commissioner: Rakesh Asthana
41. Which bank has recently been awarded the
"Asian Bank of the Year & India Bond House Award"?
- Axis Bank
- Axis Bank
- HQ: Mumbai
- Tagline: Zindagi Ka Naam Zindagi
- CEO: Amitabh Choudhary
42. Which card has been issued for a digital
payment solution for women entrepreneurs?
- Mahila Money Prepaid Card
- Mahila Money in association with Visa and
Transcorp has launched Mahila Money Prepaid Card to help women
entrepreneurs easily make payments, collect loans and get incentives for
transactions.
43. Where has recently been announced to organize
the 36th 'International Geological Congress'?
- New Delhi
- The 36th International Geological Congress will
be held in New Delhi from 20 to 22 March 2022.
- The three-day event will provide a unique
platform for knowledge and experience sharing in the field of geology and
professional networking.
- It will give first-hand knowledge of the latest
technologies in mining, mineral exploration, water management, mineral
resources, and the environment.
- The theme of the event is "Geosciences: The
Basic Science for a Sustainable Future".
44. Recently who has been awarded "Miss World
2021"?
- Karolina Bielawska
- Poland's 'Karolina Bilawska' has
been crowned 'Miss World' for the year 2021.
- "Miss World 2021" has the best contestants
from 96 other countries including Miss India "Mansa
Varanasi", who ranked 11th in the international beauty pageant.
- The 70th edition of the event was held on Wednesday
night at the Coca-Cola Music Hall in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
- According to the official Miss World website,
Bilawska was crowned by her Jamaican predecessor Tony-Ann Singh, who won
the 2020 pageant.
45. Due to the ban on social media app 'Instagram'
in Russia, which new app has been announced to launch?
- Rossgram
- Due to the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine,
the social media app 'Instagram' has banned itself in Russia, after which
Russian social media companies have announced the launch of a new app
"Rossgram".
- Russia
- Capital: Moscow
- Currency: Russian Ruble
- Prime Minister: Mikhail Mishustin
- President: Vladimir Putin
46. According to the 'Global Rich List Report'
recently released by the research platform 'Hurun', who is the richest person
in Asia?
- Mukesh Ambani
- According to the 'Global Rich List Report' released
by the research platform 'Hurun', the chairman of Reliance Industries
Limited "Mukesh Ambani" remains the richest person in Asia with
a net worth of $ 103 billion.
- According to the 'Global Rich List Report' released
by the research platform 'Hurun', the chairman of Adani Group 'Gautam
Adani' remains the second richest person in India.
- "Hurun" is a leading research, luxury
publishing, and events group established in London in 1998, with a
presence in India, China, France, UK, USA, Australia, Japan, Canada and
Luxembourg.
47. According to the 'Global Rich List Report'
recently released by the research platform 'Hurun', who is the richest person
in the world?
- Elon Musk
- According to the 'Global Rich List Report' released
by the research platform 'Hurun', 'Elon Musk', the founder of the US
private space agency 'SpaceX and Tesla Motor', is the world's richest
person with a net worth of $ 205 billion.
- In this list, the CEO of e-commerce company 'Amazon'
'Jeff Bezos' is at second place with a net worth of $ 188 billion.
- Mukesh Ambani, the chairman of Reliance Industries
Limited, has made it to the top 10 in this list at the ninth position with
a net worth of $ 103 billion.
- "Hurun" is a leading research, luxury
publishing, and events group established in London in 1998, with a
presence in India, China, France, UK, USA, Australia, Japan, Canada and
Luxembourg.
48. Recently which Indian author has been selected
for the 'UK Children's Book Award'?
- Manjeet Mann
- Indian-origin author 'Manjit Mann' has been selected
for the United Kingdom's prestigious "Yotto Carnegie Medal" for
his children's book "The Crossing".
49. In which country "Mahatma Gandhi Green
Triangle" has been inaugurated recently?
- Madagascar
- The "Mahatma Gandhi Green Triangle" is
named after Mahatma Gandhi, as part of the 'Nectar Festival of Freedom' in
Antananarivo, the capital of Madagascar.
- The green word in the plaque signifies their
commitment to sustainable development and saving the environment. The
renaming of this park to Mahatma Gandhi Green Triangle is a fitting
tribute to Mahatma Gandhi.
- madagascar
- Capital: Antananarivo
- Currency: Malagasy Ariary
50. Recently which ship of the indigenously built
Indian Coast Guard has been unveiled in Goa?
- Saksham
- Indian Coast Guard Ship "Saksham" has been
unveiled in Goa by Defense Secretary Dr. Ajay Kumar.
- Indian Coast Guard (ICG)
- Established: 01 February 1977
- ICG Day: 01 February
- Director-General: VS Pathania (24th)
- Headquarters: New Delhi
51. Recently which state government has announced
the formation of the "State OBC Commission"?
- Assam
1.
The formation of "State OBC Commission"
has been announced by the Government of Assam.
2.
The Commission will decide on the
sub-categorization of Other Backward Classes (OBC) for various tribes within
the existing reservation limit.
- Assam
- Founded as the Constituent State of India: 15 August
1947
- Country Statehood (
- Country Statehood (Indian statehood): 26 January
1950
- Capital: Dispur
- CM: Himanta Biswa Sarma
- Governor: Prof. Jagdish Mukhi
52. On which day "Global Recycling Day"
has been observed recently?
- March 18
- "Global Recycling Day" is observed every
year on 18 March to raise awareness about the importance of recycling in
conserving primary resources and securing the future of the planet.
53. On which day "World Sleep Day" has
been celebrated recently?
- March 18
- "World Sleep Day" is celebrated every year
before the spring equinox since 2008.
- It was started by a group of medical professionals
and its main objective is to raise awareness about the importance of good
sleep habits.
54. Recently which country has developed a laser
weapon capable of destroying satellites in space?
- China
- Researchers in China have developed a microwave
machine relativistic klystron amplifier that can jam or destroy satellites
in space.
- China's space agency is named "CNSA".
- China Capital: Beijing
- Currency: Yuan or Renminbi
- President: Xi Jinping
55. Where has the 35th "Surajkund
International Crafts Mela" been inaugurated?
- Faridabad
1.
The 35th "Surajkund International Crafts
Mela" to be held from March 19 to April 4, 2022, has been inaugurated in
Faridabad, Haryana.
2.
The theme state of 35th "Surajkund International
Crafts Mela" is Jammu and Kashmir.
3.
This fair will showcase the richness and diversity
of handicrafts, handlooms and the cultural heritage of India.
- Haryana
- Capital: Chandigarh
- CM: Manohar Lal Khattar
- Governor: Bandaru Dattatreya
56. Where has the 'Senior National Weightlifting
Championship 2021-22' been organized recently?
- Bhubaneshwar
- The 'Senior National Weightlifting Championship
2021-22' has been organized from 19 to 31 March 2022 in Bhubaneswar, the
capital of Odisha.
- Odisha
- Capital: Bhubaneswar
- Formation: 01 April 1936
- CM: Naveen Patnaik
- Governor: Ganeshi Lal
57. Which country has got the first rank in the
recently released "World Happiness Report 2022"?
- Finland
- Finland has been ranked first as the happiest
country in the world for the fifth consecutive year in the "World
Happiness Report 2022".
- India has been ranked 136th in the "World
Happiness Report 2022".
- According to this report, Denmark, Iceland,
Switzerland, and the Netherlands made it to the top 5, while Afghanistan
ranked 146th place in the world's saddest country.
58. In which state "Dol Utsav" has been
celebrated recently?
- West Bengal
1.
The people of Bengal celebrated the festival of
colors on Friday, which is mainly known as "Dol Utsav" in the state.
2.
The "Dol Utsav" in West Bengal, through
cultural events, marks the beginning of spring.
- West Bengal
- Capital: Kolkata
- Formation: 26 January 1950
- CM: Mamata Banerjee
- Governor: Jagdeep Dhankhar
59. Recently what percentage of India's GDP growth
rate has been estimated by rating agency Moody's for the financial year
2022-23?
- 9.1%
- India's GDP growth rate has been estimated at 9.1%
for the financial year 2022-23 by the rating agency "Moody's".
- "Moody's" is an American business and
financial services company.
60. On which day "Ordnance Factories
Day" has been celebrated recently?
- March 18
- Ordnance Factories Day is celebrated every year on
18 March on the occasion of the foundation day of India's oldest Ordnance
Manufacturing Company which is in Kolkata.
- India's largest, Asia's second largest and the
world's third-largest defense equipment manufacturer, the Ordnance
Manufacturing Board (OFB) was established in 1775 in Kolkata.
61. Recently which state government has developed
the "Dishank App"?
- Karnataka
- “Dishank App” has been developed by the Revenue
Department, Government of Karnataka to ensure easy access to the land
records.
- Karnataka
- Capital: Bengaluru
- Formation: 01 November 1956
- CM: Basavaraj Bommai
- Governor: Thawar Chand Gehlot
62. Recently America's famous astronomer has passed
away, what is his name?
- Eugene Parker
- Renowned American astrophysicist 'Eugene Parker' of
the US space agency NASA has died at the age of 94.
- NASA: National Aeronautics and Space Administration
- Established: 01 October 1958
- HQ: Washington, D.C., USA
- Administrator: Bill Nelson
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