Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 22, 2024

March 22, 2024

Consider the following statements regarding the Postal Ballot:
1. The State Election Commission has notified the category of electors mentioned for the purpose of facility of voting through postal ballot as absentee voters in the category of persons employed on essential services.
2. This decision, made in accordance with the provisions outlined in the Representation of the People Act, 1951, underscores the ECI’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility in the electoral process.
3. Article 324 of the Constitution of India deals with the provisions related to the Election Commission of India (ECI).
4. According to the Election Commission Act, 1991, the Chief Election Commissioner and the Election Commissioners hold office for a term of 5 years or until they attain the age of 65 years, whichever is earlier.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 3 & 4 only
(D) 1 & 4 only

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ANSWER: B

Consider the following statements regarding the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation:
1. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) Startup Forum's fourth edition took place in New Delhi on March 19th, 2024.
2. India will host the second meeting of the SWG in November 2024 and the SCO Startup Forum 5.0 in January 2025.
3. The first Meeting of the SCO Special Working Group on Startups and Innovation (SWG), permanently chaired by China, was organised on the theme ‘Growing from Roots’ in 2023.
4. The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is a eight-member multilateral organisation, established on 15 June 2009 in Shanghai, China.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 3 & 4 only
(D) 1 & 4 only

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ANSWER: A

Consider the following statements:
1. Good Enough Energy is set to inaugurate the country's largest BESS Gigafactory for grid stability.
2. World Water Day is observed every year on 22nd March all over the world.
3. The Theme of World Down Syndrome Day 2024 is ‘End The Stereotypes’.
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 1 & 3 only
(D) 1, 2 & 3

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ANSWER: D

Consider the following statements:
1. India's 1st battery gigafactory will have a capacity of 7GWh, which will increase to 20 GWh by 2025.
2. The theme for World Water Day 2024 is ‘Water for Prosperity’.
3. Every year on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day is observed across the globe.
Which of the above statements is/are incorrect?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 1 & 3 only
(D) 1, 2 & 3

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ANSWER: A

Consider the following statements:
1. Good Enough Energy can store 7GWH of annual storage capacity, leading to a reduction of over 5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions in a year.
2. The Jal Jeevan Mission (JJM) was launched with the goal of connecting every rural family to tap water by 2024.
3. Chromosomes are lengthy DNA strands that hold all of the body’s genes. A baby is born with an average of 48 chromosomes (24 pairs).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(A) 1 & 2 only
(B) 2 & 3 only
(C) 1 & 3 only
(D) 1, 2 & 3

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ANSWER: A

Every year on March 21, World Down Syndrome Day is observed across the globe.
The Theme of World Down Syndrome Day 2024 is ‘End The Stereotypes’.
The day is designated to promote awareness about Down syndrome and to assist those who live with the condition.
The United Nations (UN) chose March 21 to represent the uniqueness of Down syndrome caused by triplication (trisomy) of the 21st chromosome.
According to the United Nations, the global prevalence of Down Syndrome is estimated to be between 1 in 1,000 and 1 in 1,100 live births.
This chromosomal defect affects between 3,000 and 5,000 infants born each year around the world. It is unknown why this sickness develops, but it has long been a part of the human experience.

HISTORY:

World Down Syndrome Day was first marked in 2006, following its establishment by Down Syndrome International (DSI) during its 2005 World Congress.
Later, the Brazilian Federation of Down Syndrome Associations collaborated with DSI and its members to launch a large-scale effort to attract international support.

ABOUT DOWN SYNDROME:

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), A person with Down Syndrome possesses an extra chromosome.
Chromosomes are lengthy DNA strands that hold all of the body’s genes. A baby is born with an average of 46 chromosomes (23 pairs).
“Babies with Down syndrome have an extra copy of one of these chromosomes, chromosome 21,”.
As a result, the extra chromosome alters the way the newborn grows (both body and brain), causing physical and cognitive issues for the child.

Consider the following statements:
1. India's great billiards player Pankaj Advani has been inducted into the 'Hall of Fame of the World Billiards Museum'.
2. The World Billiards Museum is located in Shangrao, Brazil.
Which of the above statements is/ are correct?

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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ANSWER: A

India’s great billiards player Pankaj Advani has been inducted into the ‘Hall of Fame of the World Billiards Museum’.
The World Billiards Museum is located in Shangrao, China.
In November 2023, the 38-year-old Indian star won his 26th IBSF (the International Billiards and Snooker Federation) title after beating compatriot Sourav Kothari.

ABOUT PANKAJ ADVANI:

Pankaj Advani became a snooker professional in the year 2012-2013.
Pankaj made his debut in billiards in the year 1999.
Pankaj won the first world title of billiards in the year 2005.
Pankaj Advani has won 26 world titles in snooker and billiards combined. In which Pankaj has 18 billiards and 8 snooker world titles.
Pankaj Advani has received many honors for his sports achievements in the country and abroad.
- Arjuna Award in 2004
- Major Dhyan Chand Khel Ratna in 2006
- Padma Shri in 2009
- Padma Bhushan in 2018

Consider the following statements regarding the World Forestry Day 2024:
1. The theme for World Forestry Day 2024 is “Forests and innovation: new solutions for a better world.”
2. The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Forum on Forests are the coordinators of the International Day of Forests.
Which of the above statements is/ are correct?

(A) 1 only
(B) 2 only
(C) Both 1 and 2
(D) Neither 1 nor 2

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ANSWER: C

World Forestry Day, also known as International Day of Forests, is celebrated on March 21 each year.
The theme for World Forestry Day 2024 is “Forests and innovation: new solutions for a better world.”
It was established by the United Nations General Assembly in 2012 to raise awareness about the importance of forests and trees.
The day aims to promote the sustainable management, conservation, and development of all types of forests for the benefit of current and future generations.
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the United Nations Forum on Forests are the coordinators of the International Day of Forests.

Who has taken charge as the President of Indian Steel Association?

(A) Mukesh Ambani
(B) Gautam Adani
(C) Ratan Tata
(D) Naveen Jindal

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ANSWER: D

Jindal Steel and Power Chairman Naveen Jindal has taken over as the President of the Indian Steel Association (ISA).
He succeeded the Dilip Oommen the CEO of AMNS India and Executive Vice-President, Arcelor Mittal.

The 3rd Edition of North East Games 2024 is started in which state?

(A) Gujarat
(B) Tripura
(C) Kerala
(D) Nagaland

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ANSWER: D

The 3rd edition of North East Games 2024 kick-started with a glittering opening ceremony at Regional Centre for Sporting Excellence, Sovima, Nagaland.
More than 3000 athletes from eight North Eastern states are competing in 15 disciplines being held across 12 venues in three districts – Chumoukedima, Dimapur, and Kohima.