17 March 2022 Current Affairs Quiz for UPSC Prelims
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Question 1 of 10
1. Question
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United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution to proclaim March 15 as the International Day to Combat what?
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As the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on Tuesday to proclaim March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, India expressed concern over phobia against “one religion being elevated to the level of an international day”
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As the United Nations General Assembly adopted a resolution on Tuesday to proclaim March 15 as the International Day to Combat Islamophobia, India expressed concern over phobia against “one religion being elevated to the level of an international day”
Question 2 of 10
2. Question
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Which country is the largest source of sunflower oil imported into India?
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Even though inflation in oils and fats eased by more than 220 basis points to 16.44%, there is little room for cheer, given that one can expect a spike again this month in the wake of the abrupt disruption in the supply of edible oils from war-torn Ukraine, which is the largest source of sunflower oil imported into India
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Even though inflation in oils and fats eased by more than 220 basis points to 16.44%, there is little room for cheer, given that one can expect a spike again this month in the wake of the abrupt disruption in the supply of edible oils from war-torn Ukraine, which is the largest source of sunflower oil imported into India
Question 3 of 10
3. Question
2 points
India surpassed 50 GW of cumulative installed solar capacity, as on February 28, 2022. This ranks the country _______ in solar power deployment, contributing nearly 6.5% to the global cumulative capacity of 709.68 GW.
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India has now surpassed 50 GW of cumulative installed solar capacity, as on 28 February 2022. This is a milestone in India’s journey towards generating 500 GW from renewable energy by 2030, of which 300 GW is expected to come from solar power. India’s capacity additions rank the country fifth in solar power deployment.
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India has now surpassed 50 GW of cumulative installed solar capacity, as on 28 February 2022. This is a milestone in India’s journey towards generating 500 GW from renewable energy by 2030, of which 300 GW is expected to come from solar power. India’s capacity additions rank the country fifth in solar power deployment.
Question 4 of 10
4. Question
2 points
What is the percentage increase in farmers’ debts over the past six years, according to the Union Finance Ministry?
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Farmers’ debts increased 53% over the past six years, the Union Finance Ministry told the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. In 2020-21, outstanding agricultural loans for scheduled commercial banks amounted to more than ₹18.4 lakh crore, in comparison to ₹12 lakh crore in 2015-16.
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Farmers’ debts increased 53% over the past six years, the Union Finance Ministry told the Rajya Sabha on Tuesday. In 2020-21, outstanding agricultural loans for scheduled commercial banks amounted to more than ₹18.4 lakh crore, in comparison to ₹12 lakh crore in 2015-16.
Question 5 of 10
5. Question
2 points
Which Asian nation has passed a law which will effectively restrain tech giants from forcing developers to use their payments systems?
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In a first, South Korea has now amended its Telecommunication Business Act by introducing a law that bars “the act of forcing a specific payment method to a provider of mobile content” by unfairly utilising the app market operator’s status
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In a first, South Korea has now amended its Telecommunication Business Act by introducing a law that bars “the act of forcing a specific payment method to a provider of mobile content” by unfairly utilising the app market operator’s status
Question 6 of 10
6. Question
2 points
Which of the following is the world’s largest port?
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A particular concern is the impact on China’s major ports. Shanghai, the world’s largest, has imposed lockdowns in several neighbourhoods but the port was maintaining normal operations as of Tuesday
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A particular concern is the impact on China’s major ports. Shanghai, the world’s largest, has imposed lockdowns in several neighbourhoods but the port was maintaining normal operations as of Tuesday
Question 7 of 10
7. Question
2 points
Name the only two players from India to have won a title at the All England Championships?
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The top Indians, including Sindhu, Saina Nehwal and Srikanth have failed to lift the prestigious trophy with P. Gopichand (2001) and Prakash Padukone (1980) still remaining the only two players from the country to claim the coveted title.
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The top Indians, including Sindhu, Saina Nehwal and Srikanth have failed to lift the prestigious trophy with P. Gopichand (2001) and Prakash Padukone (1980) still remaining the only two players from the country to claim the coveted title.
Question 8 of 10
8. Question
2 points
India recently concluded a bilateral Army exercise at Belgaum with which country ?
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India-Japan bilateral Army exercise, Dharma Guardian, concluded at Belgaum on Thursday, while Australian Army Chief Lt. Gen. Richard Maxwell Burr, who is on a four-day visit to India, witnessed a firepower demonstration at the Pokhran firing range
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India-Japan bilateral Army exercise, Dharma Guardian, concluded at Belgaum on Thursday, while Australian Army Chief Lt. Gen. Richard Maxwell Burr, who is on a four-day visit to India, witnessed a firepower demonstration at the Pokhran firing range
Question 9 of 10
9. Question
2 points
Russia exports palladium to make semiconductors. There are two largest producers of Palladium in the world. Russia is one, which is the other one?
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Palladium is often used as an alternative to gold in making various devices as the metal is highly malleable and resistant to corrosion. Russia and South Africa are the two largest producers of palladium. In 2021, Russia supplied 2.35 million ounces (66 million grams) of palladium, according to precious metals refiner Heraeus
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Palladium is often used as an alternative to gold in making various devices as the metal is highly malleable and resistant to corrosion. Russia and South Africa are the two largest producers of palladium. In 2021, Russia supplied 2.35 million ounces (66 million grams) of palladium, according to precious metals refiner Heraeus
Question 10 of 10
10. Question
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What is celebrated on March 3 every year by the United Nations?
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March 3 is observed by all UN member States as World Wildlife Day (WWD), to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants
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March 3 is observed by all UN member States as World Wildlife Day (WWD), to celebrate and raise awareness of the world’s wild animals and plants
