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Daily Current Affairs and MCQs for March 21th, 2023

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Welcome to the Daily Current Affairs page for March 20th, where we provide you with the latest updates on national and international news. Here are the key highlights for March 20th 2023, followed by some multiple-choice questions based on the current affairs:

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1. According to the Women and Men in India 2022 report, India's sex ratio is projected to reach 952 by 2036.

• The Women and Men in India 2022 report was published on March 16, 2023. The report predicts a considerable increase in India's sex ratio by 2036.
• The sex ratio is the number of women for every 1,000 men in a population.
• The current sex ratio in India is 943.
  

2. The Global Terrorism Index 2023 ranked Afghanistan as the country most affected by terrorism.

• The Global Terrorism Index (GTI) is a report that analyses the impact of terrorism in 163 countries. The report covers 99.7% of the world's population and is produced by the Institute for Economics & Peace (IEP).
• The score ranges from 0 to 10, with 0 indicating no impact from terrorism and 10 indicating the highest measurable impact of terrorism.
  

3. The International Day of Forests is observed annually on March 21^st to raise awareness about the importance of forests.

• The International Day of Forests (IDF) is observed on 21 March every year.
• It was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of forests.
• The Day aims to encourage countries to undertake local, national and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees.
  

4. Carnatic vocalist Bombay Jayashri has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Sangita Kalanidhi award.

• Sangita Kalanidhi award for 2023 will be given to Bombay Jayashri, a well-known Carnatic vocalist.
• The announcement was made by the Music Academy.
• Jayashri is a Padma Shri awardee and is known as one of the leading Carnatic musicians of the present time.
• The Sangita Kalanidhi award is one of the most prestigious awards given to Carnatic musicians.
  

5. The three-day Nepal-India Literature Festival concluded with the adoption of the Biratnagar Declaration consisting of ten points.

• A three-day Nepal-India Literature Festival was held recently.
• The festival was organized jointly by Biratnagar Metropolitan City and Krantidhara Literature Academy of Meerut, India.
• The festival aimed to promote literature and cultural exchanges between Nepal and India.
• The festival provided a platform for writers, poets, and artists from both countries to showcase their work and connect with each other.
  

6. The ISSF World Cup Shooting Championship has begun in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh.

• The International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shooting Championship is being held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh from March 22 to March 27, 2023.
• The event will take place at the Madhya Pradesh State Shooting Academy.
• The official opening ceremony is scheduled for March 21, 2023.
• Competitions will begin on March 22, 2023.
  

7. The Thanthai Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary will be established in Erode district, Tamil Nadu.

• The state Budget was presented in the Assembly on Monday in Tamil Nadu.
• It was announced that a new wildlife sanctuary named 'Thanthai Periyar Animal Sanctuary' will be established in 2023-2024.
• This will be the 18th wildlife sanctuary in Tamil Nadu.
  

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8. The International Monetary Fund's executive board has approved Sri Lanka's bailout program under an Extended Fund Facility.

• The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has approved a $3 billion bailout programme for Sri Lanka to help the country overcome its economic crisis.
• The move has been welcomed by Colombo as a "historic milestone" in this critical period.
  

9. Bangladesh has commissioned its first submarine base.

• Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina has inaugurated Bangladesh's first submarine base called 'BNS Sheikh Hasina'.
• The base is located at Pekua in Cox's Bazar and has been hailed as an 'ultra-modern submarine base'.
  

10. External Affairs Minister Jaishankar inaugurated the "Geoffrey Bawa: It is Essential To be There" exhibition.

• The External Affairs Minister of India, Dr. S. Jaishankar, inaugurated the Sri Lankan exhibition "Geoffrey Bawa: It is Essential To be There" in New Delhi.
• The exhibition showcases the life and work of renowned Sri Lankan architect Geoffrey Bawa, who is known for his unique blend of modern and traditional styles.
• The exhibition is being held at the National Gallery of Modern Art in New Delhi and was also attended by the Minister of State for External Affairs and Culture of India, Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi.
  

11. Lalit Kumar Gupta has been appointed as the CMD of the Cotton Corporation of India (CCI).

• Vishwanath Suresh has been appointed as Director (Commercial) of NMDC Steel Limited.
• The appointment was made by the Ministry of Steel and announced in a regulatory filing by the company.
  

12. The Women and Child Development Ministry will celebrate the 5th Poshan Pakhwada.

• The Ministry of Women and Child Development will celebrate the fifth Poshan Pakhwada from March 20 to April 3, 2023.
• The Pakhwada is aimed at raising awareness about the importance of nutrition and promoting healthy eating habits through Jan Andolan and Jan Bhagidari.
• Poshan Abhiyaan, launched by Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi on March 8, 2018, has been instrumental in ensuring people’s participation and bringing the discourse on nutrition to the forefront.
  

IMPORTANT MCQs FOR  21st MARCH 2023

1. What is the sex ratio projected to reach in India by 2036, according to the Women and Men in India 2022 report?

A) 943

B) 952

C) 961

D) 970

Answer: B) 952

Explanation: The Women and Men in India 2022 report predicts that India's sex ratio will reach 952 by 2036. The current sex ratio in India is 943.

2. According to the Global Terrorism Index 2023, which country is the most affected by terrorism?

A) India

B) Pakistan

C) Afghanistan

D) Iraq

Answer: C) Afghanistan

Explanation: The Global Terrorism Index 2023 ranked Afghanistan as the country most affected by terrorism. The score ranges from 0 to 10, with 0 indicating no impact from terrorism and 10 indicating the highest measurable impact of terrorism.

3. When is the International Day of Forests observed?

A) 21 February

B) 21 March

C) 21 April

D) 21 May

Answer: B) 21 March

Explanation: The International Day of Forests (IDF) is observed on 21 March every year. It was proclaimed by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to celebrate and raise awareness of the importance of forests.

4. Who has been selected as the recipient of the 2023 Sangita Kalanidhi award?

A) Bombay Jayashri

B) A.R. Rahman

C) Lata Mangeshkar

D) K.S. Chithra

Answer: A) Bombay Jayashri

Explanation: Sangita Kalanidhi award for 2023 will be given to Bombay Jayashri, a well-known Carnatic vocalist. The Sangita Kalanidhi award is one of the most prestigious awards given to Carnatic musicians.

5. Where is the ISSF World Cup Shooting Championship being held in 2023?

A) Mumbai, Maharashtra

B) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

C) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

D) Kolkata, West Bengal

Answer: C) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh

Explanation: The International Shooting Sports Federation (ISSF) World Cup Shooting Championship is being held in Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh from March 22 to March 27, 2023.