Sources for current affairs on 15th March 2024 include Indian Express, Times of India (TOI), The Hindu, Hindustan Times, and Mint, PIB, All India Radio.
1. ‘One Nation One Election’ Report Submission
– A Committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind submitted a report on the initiative to the President.
2. Indian Economy Growth Projection
– The Indian economy is expected to double to USD 7 trillion by 2031, according to Crisil.
3. UNDP Human Development Report 2023-24
– Released, featuring the Human Development Index (HDI) based on life expectancy, education, and GNI per capita.
4. Water Crisis in Bengaluru
– Worsening crisis leading residents to seek alternative solutions.
– Jal Shakti Abhiyan launched by the Government in 2019 to improve water availability.
5. Core Loading of India’s First Indigenous Fast Breeder Reactor
– Process initiated at Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu.
6. Nomination of Kochuveli Watershed Region
– Proposed for nomination to World Monuments Fund Watch for 2025.
7. Launch of PM-SURAJ National Portal
– Recently inaugurated by the Prime Minister to promote social upliftment and employment.
8. Hyodol’s AI Dolls for Senior Citizens
– A South Korean company launched AI dolls to address loneliness among seniors.
9. Prasar Bharati – PB-SHABD Launch
– Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination initiative launched by the Union Minister of Information and Broadcasting.
10. Appointment of New Election Commissioners
– Retired IAS officers Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu appointed after selection by a committee headed by the Prime Minister.
11. World Consumer Rights Day
– Observed annually on March 15th.
12. CSR Agreement Between IIT Delhi and Israel Aerospace Industries
– Agreement signed for applied research collaboration.
15th March 2024 Current Affairs MCQ
1. What initiative did the committee led by former President Ram Nath Kovind submit a report on?
A) Jal Shakti Abhiyan
B) One Nation One Election
C) Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan and Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan
D) PM-SURAJ National Portal
Answer: B) One Nation One Election
2. According to Crisil, what is the projected size of the Indian economy by 2031?
A) USD 10 trillion
B) USD 5 trillion
C) USD 7 trillion
D) USD 3 trillion
Answer: C) USD 7 trillion
3. What parameters are used to compute the Human Development Index (HDI)?
A) Population density, literacy rate, and GDP growth
B) Life expectancy, education, and gross national income per capita
C) Employment rate, healthcare expenditure, and poverty level
D) Access to clean water, sanitation facilities, and electricity
Answer: B) Life expectancy, education, and gross national income per capita
4. Which initiative aims to address the worsening water crisis in Bengaluru?
A) Jal Shakti Abhiyan
B) PM-SURAJ National Portal
C) PB-SHABD
D) One Nation One Election
Answer: A) Jal Shakti Abhiyan
5. Where is India’s first indigenous Fast Breeder Reactor located?
A) Mumbai, Maharashtra
B) New Delhi, Delhi
C) Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu
D) Kolkata, West Bengal
Answer: C) Kalpakkam, Tamil Nadu
6. What is the purpose of the World Monuments Fund Watch nomination for the Kochuveli Watershed Region?
A) To promote tourism
B) To conserve cultural heritage
C) To address climate change
D) To improve agricultural practices
Answer: B) To conserve cultural heritage
7. Which national portal was recently launched by the Prime Minister to promote social upliftment and employment?
A) Jal Shakti Abhiyan
B) PM-SURAJ National Portal
C) PB-SHABD
D) One Nation One Election
Answer: B) PM-SURAJ National Portal
8. What is the purpose of Hyodol’s AI dolls?
A) To enhance cybersecurity
B) To combat loneliness among senior citizens
C) To improve transportation efficiency
D) To assist in medical diagnosis
Answer: B) To combat loneliness among senior citizens
9. What does PB-SHABD stand for?
A) Pradhan Mantri Samajik Utthan and Rozgar Adharit Jankalyan
B) Prasar Bharati – Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination
C) Public Broadcasting System – Sustainable Health and Agricultural Development
D) Power Boost for Shared Audio and Video Distribution
Answer: B) Prasar Bharati – Shared Audio Visuals for Broadcast and Dissemination
10. Who appointed Gyanesh Kumar and Sukhbir Singh Sandhu as new Election Commissioners?
A) The President
B) The Prime Minister
C) The Chief Justice of India
D) The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
Answer: B) The Prime Minister
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