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Exercise : Daily Current Affairs
  • March 22, 2021 Current Affairs
1.
Which country has topped the World Happiness Report 2021?
Singapore
Germany
Finland
Norway
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Happiness Report 2021 has been topped by Finland, for the fourth consecutive year.

2.
What is the theme of the International Day of Forests 2021?
Forests | Climate | Change
Forests and Sustainable Cities
My Forest | Our Future
Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The theme for International Day of Forests 2021 is "Forest restoration: a path to recovery and well-being".

3.
The World Day of Theatre for Children and Young People is celebrated on which date?
March 18
March 19
March 20
March 21
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Day of Theatre for Children and Young People is celebrated all over the world on March 20 every year since 2001, by the international community of theatre practitioners for children and young people.

4.
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on which date?
18th March
20th March
21st March
19th March
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination is observed annually on 21 March to remind people about the negative consequences of racial discrimination.

5.
The CRPF observed which anniversary on 19 March 2021?
82
61
75
94
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF) celebrated its 82nd foundation anniversary with zeal and ceremonial fervour on 19 March 2021.

6.
The World Puppetry Day is celebrated on which date of the year?
March 18
March 21
March 20
March 19
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Puppetry Day is observed every year on March 21, to promote the puppet arts.

7.
Who has become the first Indian paddler to qualify for the Tokyo Olympic Games?
Bhavani Devi
Vinesh Phogat
Sharath Kamal
Saina Nehwal
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The seasoned Achanta Sharath Kamal has become the first Indian paddler to qualify for the Tokyo Olympic Games after a dominant win over Pakistan's Muhammad Rameez at the Asian Olympic Qualification tournament in Doha.

8.
What is India's place based on the World's Most Dangerous Roads report?
2nd
4th
3rd
8th
Answer: Option
Explanation:
South Africa has been ranked as the world's most dangerous country to drive in while India came in at fourth place, according to a research study undertaken by international driver education company Zutobi.

9.
What is the rank of India in the UN World Happiness Report 2021 among 149 countries?
139
118
106
121
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The India has been placed at 139th position out of 149 countries in the UN World Happiness Report 2021.

10.
Divyansh Singh Panwar has won a medal for India in international competition. He is associated with which event?
Shooting
Wrestling
Athletics
Tennis
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Indian shooter Divyansh Singh Panwar, the world No. 1 in the men's 10m Air Rifle has won bronze in men's 10m Air Rifle event at the ISSF World Cup 2021 in New Delhi.

11.
The World Down Syndrome Day is marked on which date annually?
Third Sunday of March
21 March
20 March
Third Saturday of March
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Down Syndrome Day is observed globally on 21 March each year, in order to raise public awareness for the rights, inclusion and well being of people with Down syndrome.

12.
Which state has launched the SAAMAR Campaign to tackle malnutrition in the state?
West Bengal
Rajasthan
Jharkhand
Kerala
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The state government of Jharkhand has launched a campaign called SAAMAR to tackle malnutrition in the state.

13.
Which state has declared as a model state for Van Dhan Vikas Yojana?
Karnataka
Gujarat
Madhya Pradesh
Manipur
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The Manipur emerges as the model state for Van Dhan Vikas Yojana. The Van Dhan Vikas Yojana is a programme for value addition, branding & marketing of Minor Forest Produces by establishing Van Dhan Kendras to facilitate creation of sustainable livelihoods for the forest-based tribes.

14.
On which date is the International Day of Forests being celebrated?
March 18
March 21
March 20
March 19
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The International Day of Forests (also known as World Forestry Day) is celebrated every year on March 21.

15.
On which date the World Poetry Day is being observed?
21 March
19 March
22 March
20 March
Answer: Option
Explanation:
The World Poetry Day is celebrated on 21 March every year to promote the reading, writing, publishing and teaching of poetry throughout the world.