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Daily Current Affairs and MCQs for March 24th, 2023

By Prishth || March 24, 2023, 16:16 IST

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Welcome to the Daily Current Affairs page for March 24th, where we provide you with the latest updates on national and international news. Here are the key highlights for March 2th 2023, followed by some multiple-choice questions based on the current affairs:

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1. A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) has been signed between Air Force Technical College and IISc Bangalore.

• Air Force Technical College and Indian Institute of Science (IISc) in Bengaluru signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on 23^rd March 2023.
• The MoU aims to enhance scientific understanding of defence adopted technologies.
• The Indian Institute of Science (IISc) is a public research university located in Bengaluru, Karnataka.
  

2. Uttar Pradesh Quality Mission (Gunvatta Sankalp) was launched in Lucknow on March 23, 2023.

• The Uttar Pradesh administration, in collaboration with the Quality Council of India and industry associations, has launched the UP Gunvatta Sankalp (Uttar Pradesh Quality Mission) in Lucknow.
• The mission was inaugurated by Deputy CM of UP, Brajesh Pathak, and launched by the Minister of Cooperation (IC) JPS Rathore.
  

3. On March 24, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the One World TB Summit in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

• Prime Minister Narendra Modi arrived at Rudrakash Convention Centre in Varanasi to attend the 'One World TB Summit'.
• The purpose of the summit is to raise awareness about Tuberculosis on the occasion of World Tuberculosis Day (Mar 24, 2023).
• PM Modi will be addressing the summit on World Tuberculosis Day at Rudrakash Convention Centre.
  

4. Both the Indian men's and women's team emerged victorious in the Asian Kho-Kho Championship.

• Indian men's and women's teams won the 4^th Asian Kho Kho Championships held in Tamulpur, Assam.
• In the finals, the Indian men's team defeated Nepal by 6 points and an inning, while the Indian women's team won against Nepal by 33 points and an inning.
• In the semifinals, the Indian men's team defeated Sri Lanka by 45 points, while Nepal won against Bangladesh by 12 points with 1.5 minutes to spare.
  

5. The National Institute of Urban Affairs is organizing the first Urban Climate Film Festival.

• The National Institute of Urban Affairs is organizing the first Urban Climate Film Festival starting from Mar 24, 2023 .
• This festival is part of the U20 engagement events.
• The festival will showcase a selection of 11 films from nine countries.
• The festival will provide a platform for filmmakers and experts to discuss the climate crisis and the role of cities in tackling it.
  

6. Konkan 2023, a joint maritime exercise, was conducted by the Royal Navy of Britain and the Indian Navy.

• The Indian Navy and Royal Navy of the United Kingdom conducted a bilateral maritime exercise called Konkan 2023.
• The exercise was held from 20th to 22nd March 2023 off the Konkan coast in the Arabian Sea.
• Konkan 2023 is an annual exercise that takes place between the two navies.
• The exercise aims to enhance interoperability and operational coordination between the Indian and Royal navies.
  

7. The Agriculture Minister Narendra Singh Tomar has launched DigiClaim.

• The Union Minister of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare, Mr. Narendra Singh Tomar, has launched DigiClaim, a digitised claim settlement module for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).
• DigiClaim is a part of the National Crop Insurance Portal (NCIP) and will allow farmers to file crop insurance claims online and receive timely compensation in case of crop losses due to natural calamities, pests, or diseases.
  

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8. The Ministry of Ports, Shipping, and Waterways has launched the Green Tug Transition Programme (SUP).

• Union Minister of Ports, Shipping and Waterways, Sarbananda Sonowal, announced that India plans to become a global hub for green shipbuilding by 2030 through the launch of the Green Tug Transition Programme (GTTP).
• The announcement was made during the inauguration of India's first National Centre of Excellence in Green Port and Shipping (NCoEGPS) in Gurugram.
• The GTTP will start with the building of green hybrid tugs that will be powered by green hybrid propulsion systems.
  

9. The government has approved the installation of a 'Statue of Knowledge' dedicated to Ambedkar.

• The Maharashtra government has approved the construction of a 75-feet tall statue dedicated to Dr. B.R. Ambedkar in Latur city.
• The proposal for the statue was submitted by local MP Sudhakar Shrangare.
• Rs 10 crore have been sanctioned for the entire project.
  

10. The RBI is planning to establish a new Data Centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute.

• RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das has laid the foundation stone for a Greenfield Data Centre and Enterprise Computing & Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.
• The aim of the project is to augment the computing infrastructure of RBI and provide research and capacity building in emerging areas related to central banking, technology, and cybersecurity.
  

IMPORTANT MCQs FOR  24th MARCH 2023

1. What is the purpose of the MoU signed between Air Force Technical College and IISc Bangalore?

a) To enhance scientific understanding of defence adopted technologies

b) To promote aviation technologies

c) To improve educational exchange between the two institutes

d) To develop military strategies

Answer: a) To enhance scientific understanding of defence adopted technologies

Explanation: The MoU signed between Air Force Technical College and IISc Bangalore aims to enhance scientific understanding of defence adopted technologies.

2. Where was the UP Gunvatta Sankalp launched?

a) Mumbai

b) New Delhi

c) Lucknow

d) Bengaluru

Answer: c) Lucknow

Explanation: The UP Gunvatta Sankalp was launched in Lucknow by Deputy CM of UP, Brajesh Pathak, and launched by the Minister of Cooperation (IC) JPS Rathore.

3. Who addressed the One World TB Summit in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh?

a) President of India

b) Prime Minister of India

c) Health Minister of India

d) Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh

Answer: b) Prime Minister of India

Explanation: Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the One World TB Summit in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh.

4. Where was the Asian Kho Kho Championship held?

a) Chennai

b) Tamulpur, Assam

c) Kolkata

d) Mumbai

Answer: b) Tamulpur, Assam

Explanation: The 4th Asian Kho Kho Championship was held in Tamulpur, Assam.

5. What is the purpose of the Urban Climate Film Festival?

a) To showcase a selection of 11 films from nine countries

b) To provide a platform for filmmakers and experts to discuss the climate crisis and the role of cities in tackling it

c) To promote urbanization

d) To showcase the latest technological advancements in filmmaking

Answer: b) To provide a platform for filmmakers and experts to discuss the climate crisis and the role of cities in tackling it

Explanation: The Urban Climate Film Festival will provide a platform for filmmakers and experts to discuss the climate crisis and the role of cities in tackling it.

6. What is the aim of the Konkan 2023 exercise?

a) To enhance interoperability and operational coordination between the Indian and Royal navies

b) To promote cultural exchange between India and the UK

c) To provide training to naval personnel

d) To test new naval equipment

Answer: a) To enhance interoperability and operational coordination between the Indian and Royal navies

Explanation: The aim of the Konkan 2023 exercise is to enhance interoperability and operational coordination between the Indian and Royal navies.

7. What is DigiClaim?

a) A digitised claim settlement module for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

b) A platform for farmers to sell their crops online

c) A digital marketing platform for agricultural products

d) An online portal for agricultural research

Answer: a) A digitised claim settlement module for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY)

Explanation: DigiClaim is a digitised claim settlement module for the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY).

8. What is the Green Tug Transition Programme?

a) A programme for building green hybrid tugs that will be powered by green hybrid propulsion systems

b) A programme for promoting green tourism

c) A programme for building eco-friendly ports

d) A programme for training sailors in green shipping practices

Answer: a) A programme for building green hybrid tugs that will be powered by green hybrid propulsion systems