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29, 30, 31 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

29, 30, 31 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for March 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 29, 30, 31 March 2017 :
Government launches which Online film certification system to make the CBFC Paperless and transparent?
A. e-Shala
B. e-Movie
C. e-Cinepramaan
D. LiveCBFC
Answer: C
Explanation: Information & Broadcasting Minister M Venkaiah Naidu  on 27 March 2017 launched the online film certification system, 'e-cinepramaan', with an aim to censor corruption and promote clean cinema.Naidu said the new system of Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC) will make the entire process of certification transparent and efficient. For films longer than 10 minutes, the applicant will only have to show the film at the examining theatre and will not have to visit the CBFC offices except to collect their certificates. The certificates issued by the online system will have a QR code, which would help in eliminating fraudulent certificates. Naidu said the changes in the current processes of CBFC will ensure better facilitation and technological up-gradation to match-up with the pace of growing Indian cinema."  First look of the new CBFC website was also shared at the event.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has been appointed the new executive director of UN World Food Programme (WFP)?
A. David Beasley
B. Nikki Haley
C. Vanita Gupta
D. Josette Sheeran
Answer: A
Explanation: David Muldrow Beasley, the former Governor of South Carolina, will be the new executive director of the United Nations (UN) World Food Programme (WFP). He will succeed Ertharin Cousin, who has been the WFP executive director since 2012. The WFP is the world’s largest humanitarian organization that provides food assistance to an average of 80 million people in 75 countries each year. The headquarters of the WFP is located at Rome, Italy.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Supreme Court bans sale of which type of vehicles from 1 April 2017?
A. All diesel Vehicle
B. BS-III Vehicle
B. BS-IV Vehicle
D. Gearless Vehicles
Answer: B
Explanation: Supreme Court refused to grant any relief to manufacturers of BS-IV non-compliant vehicles and has directed that such vehicles will not be sold in India with effect of April 1, 2017.  Supreme Court on 29th March banned the sale and registration of vehicles which are not compliant with BS-IV emission norms from 1st April 2017 across the country.  The apex court observed that the "health of the people is far far more important than the commercial interest of automobile manufactures". It is worth mentioning that BS-III (Bharat Stage III) fuel emission standard was introduced in the country in April 2005 (in NCR in 13 large cities) and was implemented nationwide in April 2010. On the other hand BS-IV standard was introduced in NCR and 13 large cities in April 2016 and comes into effect nationwide from 1 April 2017.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which bank gets “Best Small Bank” award for 2016?
A. Bandhan Bank
B. SBBJ Bank
C. Corporation Bank
D. Karur Vysya Bank
Answer: D
Explanation: Karur Vysya Bank (KVB) has been adjudged the ‘Best Small Bank for 2016’ balance sheet size of less than Rs.1-lakh crore). K Venkataraman, Managing Director, KVB, received the award from Sudhir Munguntivar, Minister of Finance and Planning, Government of Maharashtra at a function in Mumbai, Maharashtra. This is the 8th award won by KVB in the current fiscal.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Google release its Knowledge Graph in which Language on 29th March 2017?
A. Bhojpuri
B. Bengali
C. Konkani
D. Rajasthani
Answer: B
Explanation: Aimed at helping Bengali speakers discover new information quickly, Google on March 29, 2017 announced the introduction of Knowledge Graph in the Bengali language on Google Search. What is more, Google said its search will now also support spell correction for Bengali queries, improving the search experience for the millions of Bengali speakers around the world. Google Knowledge Graph is currently available in 41 languages and it is tuned based on what people search for, and what Google finds out on the web, improving results over time. The feature allows users to get straight to the answer and not trillions of webpages to scroll through.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has been declared Man of the Series in Border Gavaskar Trophy 2017?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Umesh Yadav
C. Steve Smith
D. Ravindra Jadeja
Answer: D
Explanation: The Indian cricket team has recently won the 2017 Border Gavaskar Trophy by beating Australian cricket team by 8 wickets in the fourth and final Test at Himachal Pradesh. With this victory, India clinched the four test match series by 2-1. Ravindra Jadeja was declared the man of the match and also the man of the series.. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who becomes first woman to head Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights?
A. Nandita Das
B. Richa Chadda
C. Vanita Gupta
D. Devshree Verma
Answer: C
Explanation: Indian-American Vanita Gupta, who headed civil rights division in the Department of Justice in the Obama Administration, has been appointed as president and CEO of 'The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights', becoming the first woman to head the prestigious organisation. Known for her fearless advocacy of all human beings, 41-year-old Gupta will replace Wade Henderson who is stepping down after more than two decades.  Gupta, who will also lead its sister organisation 'The Leadership Conference Education Fund', will begin her new role on June 1.Henderson, who will step down after 21 years, said leaders had the responsibility to cultivate, encourage and make paths for the next generation to lead and to thrive. . Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Namami Brahmaputra festival to begins from which date?
A. 31st March 2017
B. 1st April 2017
C. 1st May 2017
D. 14th April 2017
Answer: A
Explanation: President Pranab Mukherjee will visit Guwahati on 31st March 2017 where he will inaugurate the ‘Namami Brahmaputra’ festival. The festival, tagged as 'India's largest river festival' is being organised across 21 districts of the state and will showcase trade, tourism and cultural possibilities of along Brahmaputra river. The five day long ‘Namami Brahmaputra’ festival is being organized by the Government of Assam with aim to strengthen the bonds among various communities of Assam. Check 100+ MARCH 2017 MCQs at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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Supreme Court bans sale of BS-III vehicles from 1 April 2017

Supreme Court refused to grant any relief to manufacturers of BS-III (Bharat Stage III) non-compliant vehicles and has directed that such vehicles will not be sold in India with effect of April 1, 2017.  Supreme Court on 29th March banned the sale and registration of vehicles which are not compliant with BS-IV emission norms from 1st April 2017 across the country.  The apex court observed that the "health of the people is far far more important than the commercial interest of automobile manufactures". It is worth mentioning that BS-III (Bharat Stage III) fuel emission standard was introduced in the country in April 2005 (in NCR in 13 large cities) and was implemented nationwide in April 2010. On the other hand BS-IV standard was introduced in NCR and 13 large cities in April 2016 and comes into effect nationwide from 1 April 2017.
Society of Indian Automobile Manufacturers (SIAM) had earlier submitted data on manufacturing and sale of BS-III vehicles on a monthly basis from January 2016 and told the court that the companies were holding stock of around 8.24 lakh such vehicles including 96,000 commercial vehicles, over six lakh two-wheelers and around 40,000 three-wheelers. The manufacturers had also told the court that they were allowed to sell their stocks with old emission norms when new technology was brought in force on the previous two occasions at the time the industry had switched to BS-II and BS-III in 2005 and 2010.

Namami Brahmaputra festival 2017

Pranab Mukherjee will visit Guwahati on 31st March 2017 where he will inaugurate the ‘Namami Brahmaputra’ festival. The festival, tagged as 'India's largest river festival' is being organised across 21 districts of the state and will showcase trade, tourism and cultural possibilities of along Brahmaputra river. Nobel Laureate and Tibetan spiritual leader the Dalai Lama, yoga guru Baba Ramdev, union ministers Nitin Gadkari and Mahesh Sharma along with tourists from across the globe are expected to attend the meeting. "This is a perfect oppurtunity for us to show our cultural strength and economic importance to the world," Chief Minister Sarbananda Sonowal said.
Since time immemorial River Brahmaputra has been a symbol of inspiration and respect for the people of Assam and 'Namami Brahmaputra', to be held along the banks of Sadiya in upper Assam to Dhubri in lower Assam is a tribute to this mighty river. The festival would specifically highlight the potential of the river as an ecnomic lifeline. "Bangladesh and Bhutan along with other countries, have shown keen interest to develop Brahmaputra as a major waterway in the region to increase trade both in the north east as well as other south Asian countries," he added. The theme song 'Namami Brahmaputra' composed by Angaraag Mahanta 'Papon' was released in both Hindi and Assamese recently.

India wins Border-Gavaskar Trophy by 2-1

India wins Border-Gavaskar Trophy by 2-1 against Australia on 28th March 2017.  Umesh Yadav, Ravindra Jadeja and Ravichandran Ashwin took three wickets each as India bowled out Australia for 137 runs in their second innings on the third day of the fourth Test at the HPCA Stadium in Dharamsala on Monday and finally KL Rahul and Rahane make leads to comfortable win on 4th day.
The Border–Gavaskar Trophy is a Test cricket series, played between India and Australia. It has witnessed some of the most competitive Test series played in recent years, with a number of results being a narrow win for one of the sides or a closely fought draw. The series is named after Australia's Allan Border and India's Sunil Gavaskar, who both scored over 10,000 Test runs in their career and captained their respective teams and were the original world record holders for most runs scored in Test match cricket.

27, 28 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

27, 28 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for March 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 27, 28 March 2017 :
Who has become the first woman field officer in the Border Security Force (BSF)?
A. Rajni Shehrawat
B. Anjali Sharma
C. Tanushree Pareek
D. Shreya Nigam
Answer: C
Explanation: Tanushree Pareek from Rajasthan has become the first woman field officer in the Border Security Force (BSF), the country’s largest border guarding force  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which Filmmaker gets Sikh Jewel Award 2017?
A. Subhash Ghai
B. Gurinder Chadha
C. Aditya Chopra
D. Anurag Singh
Aswer: B
Explanation: Indian-origin British director Gurinder Chadha has been honoured with the Sikh Jewel Award for 2017 for her immense contribution to British cinema.   Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

World Theatre Day (WTD) is observed on which date?
A. 10 March
B. 31 March
C. 26 March
D. 27 March
Answer: D
Explanation: The World Theatre Day (WTD) is observed every year on March 27 to draw attention to the power of the stage.   Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Supreme Court on 27th March asks which govt to decide Muslim minority status in state?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Punjab
C. Jammu and Kashmir
D. Manipur
Answer: C
Explanation: Supreme Court on 27th March 2017 asked the Centre and the Jammu and Kashmir government to sit together and decide contentious issues including the question whether Muslims can be treated as minority in the state.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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25, 26 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 25, 26 March 2017 :
Who was chosen as the first female Chief Executive of the Hong Kong?
A. Magie Wong
B. John Tsang
C. Starry Lee
D. Carrie Lam
Answer: D
Explanation: Mrs Carrie Lam won the election on Sunday (March 26) to become Hong Kong's first female chief executive, pledging to build unity in a politically divided city. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has won the Kuldip Nayar journalism prize on 26th March 2017?
A. Subhash Chandra
B. Ravish Kumar
C. Sudeep Choudhary
D. Prannoy Roy
Answer: B
Explanation: The NDTV anchor won the first Kuldip Nayar journalism prize for promotion of independent thinking, democratic values and civil rights. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which football team has won the 71st edition of the Santosh Trophy Football tournament-2017?
A. Goa
B. West Bengal
C. Gujarat
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: B
Explanation: The West Bengal football team has won the 71st edition of the Santosh Trophy Football tournament-2017 for the 32nd time by defeating Goa in the final at Bambolim, Goa. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who among following is appointed New Director of AIIMS Delhi?
A. Sandip Singh
B. Randeep Guleria
C. M C Mishra
D. Priyanka Sharma
Answer: B
Explanation: Dr Randeep Guleria, a renowned pulmonologist, is the new director of the All India Institute of Medical Sciences. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

India has become the third largest aviation market beating which country?
A. US
B. China
C. Japan
D. Canada
Answer: C
Explanation: India has become the third largest aviation market in terms of domestic passenger traffic, beating Japan, a CAPA industry report held. India's domestic air passenger traffic stood at 100 million in 2016 and was behind only the US (719 million) and China (436 million).  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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23, 24 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 23, 24 March 2017 :
Who has been appointed as new Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court?
A. JS Khehar
B. Ajay Malwankar
C. Navniti Prasad Singh
D. TK Sen
Answer: C
Explanation: Justice Navniti Prasad Singh has been sworn-in as the new Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court. Earlier, Justice Singh was a former judge in the Patna High Court. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Government launches NEW INDIA initiative with which company?
A. Microsoft
B. Google India
C. BSNL
D. Facebook
Answer: B
Explanation: In keeping with Prime Minister Narendra Modi's vision of a 'New India', Google India and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MEITY) announced a set of initiatives aimed at empowering citizens and creating abundant opportunities for all. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has become the first Indian girl to explore the route from Sea Link near Worli Koliwada to the Gateway of India?
A. Rajani Singh
B. Jyoti Sharma
C. Gauri Singh
D. Naina Shinde
Answer: C
Explanation: Gauri Singh (14) from Rajasthan has become the first Indian girl to explore the route from Sea Link near Worli Koliwada to the  Gateway of India.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK
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21, 22 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 21, 22 March 2017 :
Vodafone India will merge into which Telecom Operator?
A. Bharti Airtel
B. BSNL
C. Idea Cellular
D. Reliance Jio
Answer: C
Explanation: Idea Cellular on 20th March approved its amalgamation with Vodafone India and Vodafone Mobile Services, a move that will create the country's biggest telecom services provider with a customer base of over 394 million. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which court on 21st March said Ayodhya sensitive issue, best if settled amicably?
A. Allahabad High Court
B. Delhi High Court
C. Supreme Court
D. Bombay High Court
Answer: C
Explanation: Supreme Court on 21st March 2017 said fresh attempts must be made by all parties concerned to find a solution to the Ayodhya temple dispute which is a "sensitive" and "sentimental matter".  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which of the following districts will become India’s first carbon neutral district?
A. Jaisalmer
B. Shimla
C. Majuli
D. Tawang
Answer: C
Explanation: The Chief Minister of Assam, Sarbananda Sonowal has recently launched initiatives to develop Majuli as India’s first carbon neutral district and as a biodiversity heritage. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

India’s longest road tunnel is completed in which state during March 2017?
A. Jammu and Srinagar
B. Maharashtra
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Kerala
Answer: A
Explanation: The work on the 9.2 km-long twin-tube Chenani and Nashri tunnel started in lower Himalayan mountain range on 23 May 2011. It is part of Jammu-Srinagar Highway. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK


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19, 20 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 19, 20 March 2017 :
Uttarakhand High Court has accorded the status of "living human entities" to which River(s)?
A. Ganga
B. Yamuna
C. Both A&B
D. None of above
Answer: C
Explanation: Uttarakhand High Court on 20th March accorded the status of "living human entities" to the Ganga and Yamuna, two of India's most sacred rivers.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

India ranked -----  in World Happiness Report 2017?
A. 122nd
B. 97th
C. 118th
D. 57th
Answer: A
Explanation: India ranked 122nd, behind terror-riven Pakistan and poorest-of-poor Nepal in the global list of the happiest countries, according to a global report released on 20th March 2017. Norway ranks as the happiest country in the world, Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Chuck Berry, the rock and roll legend has passed away. He belongs to which Country?
A. Japan
B. United States
C. India
D. Russia
Answer: B
Explanation: Chuck Berry (90), the rock and roll legend, has recently passed away in Missouri, United States. He was the well-known guitarist and songwriter and recognized as one of the fathers of rock ‘n’ roll.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Vodafone India will merge into which Telecom Operator?
A. Bharti Airtel
B. BSNL
C. Idea Cellular
D. Reliance Jio
Answer: C
Explanation: Idea Cellular on 20th March approved its amalgamation with Vodafone India and Vodafone Mobile Services, a move that will create the country's biggest telecom services provider with a customer base of over 394 million. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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Yogi Adityanath takes oath as Uttar Pradesh Chief Minister

Yogi Adityanath sworn-in as New Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh on 19th March 2017. Governor Ram Naik administered the oath of office and secrecy to AdityaNath and his Cabinet in Lucknow. BJP state unit chief Keshav Prasad Maurya and party's national vice president Dinesh Sharma were sworn in as cabinet ministers by Governor Ram Naik at a grand ceremony at Kanshiram Smriti Upvan. They will assist 44-year-old Adityanath as as deputy chief ministers. Interestingly, none of the three is a legislator in UP. 
Prime Minister Narendra Modi, Home Minister Rajnath Singh, BJP chief Amit Shah and party veteran L K Advani were present at the ceremony, which was also attended by outgoing chief Minister Akhilesh Yadav and SP patron Mulayam Singh Yadav.

17, 18 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 17, 18 March 2017 :
TS Rawat sworn in as New Uttarakhand CM on 18th March?
A. Harish Rawat
B. TS Rawat
C. Ajay Bhatt
D. Tridev Sharma
Answer: B
Explanation: BJP's Trivendra Singh Ravat sworn in as Uttarakhand Chief Minister, Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP president Amit Shah attend swearing in ceremony in Dehradun on 18th March 2017.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Dalai Lama on 18th March inaugurated Nagajurna Faculty Building at which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Rajasthan
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Bihar
Answer: D
Explanation: On the 2nd day of the ongoing International Buddhist Conference on 18th March 2017, a new history was made when His Holiness The Dalai Lama visited the Nava Nalanda Mahavihara near Rajgir in Nalanda district of Bihar after a gap of 60 years and planted the sapling of the Bodhi Tree and inaugurated Nagajurna Faculty Building as well as Santarakshita Hostel.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is chosen as New CM of Uttar Pradesh on 18th March 2017?
A. Rajnath Singh
B. Yogi Adityanath
C. Keshav Prasad Maurya
D. Manoj Sinha
Answer: B
Explanation: Yogi Adityanath to be the new Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh; swearing in ceremony will be held on 19th March 2017. Yogi Adityanath chosen as Uttar Pradesh BJP legislature party leader by BJP's newly-elected legislators on 18th March. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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Yogi Adityanath chosen New CM of Uttar Pradesh

Yogi Adityanath to be the new Chief Minister of Uttar Pradesh; swearing in ceremony will be held on 19th March 2017. Yogi Adityanath chosen as Uttar Pradesh BJP legislature party leader by BJP's newly-elected legislators on 18th March. Union Minister Venkaiah Naidu and BJP leader Bhupendra Yadav took part in the meet as central observers. 
Uttar Pradesh will also have two deputy chief ministers in state unit chief Keshav Prasad Maurya and Lucknow Mayor Dinesh Sharma. The swearing in ceremony will be held on Sunday which will be attended by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and BJP President Amit Shah. 

15, 16 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

15, 16 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for March 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 15, 16 March 2017 :
Which is true about National Health Policy, 2017?
A. It aims at achieving universal health coverage.
B. Increase life expectancy to 70 years from 67.5
C. It will replace NHP formulated in 2002.
D. All of above
Answer: D
Explanation: Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in its meeting on 15th March 2017, has approved the National Health Policy, 2017 (NHP, 2017)Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which company recently installed India’s largest floating solar PV plant?
A. Suzlon Energy
B. NTPC
C. Jindal Power
D. NHPC
Answer: B
Explanation: State-run NTPC on 10th March said it has installed India’s largest floating solar photovoltaic (PV) plant at Rajiv Gandhi Combined Cycle Power Plant (RGCCPP) at Kayamkulam in Kerala.Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has been sworn in as New Manipur CM on 15th March?
A. Okram Ibobi Singh
B. Biren Singh
C. Yumnan Joykumar Singh
D. None of the above
Answer: B
Explanation: Biren Singh was sworn in as Chief Minister of Manipur in Imphal on 15th March 2017.  The oath of office was administered by Governor Najma Heptulla. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which state government has launched an Idea2POC fund for women entrepreneurs?
A. Rajasthan
B. Assam
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
Answer: C
Explanation: The Karnataka government has launched a Rs 10-crore Idea2POC (Idea to Proof of Concept) fund for women entrepreneurs.Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who sworn in as New Punjab Chief Minister on 16th March 2017?
A. Prakash Singh Badal
B. Capt Amarinder Singh
C. Navjot Singh Sidhu
D. Bhagwant Maan
Answer: B
Explanation: Captain Amarinder Singh took oath as the 26th Chief Minister of Punjab on 16th March 2017 in a ceremony attended by senior Congress leaders, including former prime minister Manmohan Singh and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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National Health Policy, 2017

National Health Policy, 2017: Union Cabinet chaired by the Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi in its meeting on 15th March 2017, has approved the National Health Policy, 2017 (NHP, 2017). Making a statement in the House a day after the Union Cabinet approved the policy, he said it seeks to move healthcare away from sick care to wellness, with a thrust on prevention and health promotion.

About National Health Policy, 2017:

  • It aims at achieving universal health coverage and delivering quality health care services to all at affordable cost.
  • The main objective of the National Health Policy 2017 is to achieve the highest possible level of good health and well-being, through a preventive and promotive health care orientation in all developmental policies, and to achieve universal access to good quality health care services without anyone having to face financial hardship as a consequence.
  • National Health Policy would aim at increasing life expectancy to 70 years from 67.5.
  • Reduce fertility rate to 2.1 by 2025.
  • Proposes free diagnostics and drugs at all public hospitals.
  • NHP, 2017 advocates a positive and proactive engagement with the private sector for critical gap filling towards achieving national goals. 
  • The broad principles of the policy is centered on Professionalism, Integrity and Ethics, Equity, Affordability, Universality, Patient Centered & Quality of Care, Accountability and pluralism.
  • In order to leverage the pluralistic health care legacy, the policy recommends mainstreaming the different health systems. Towards mainstreaming the potential of AYUSH the policy envisages better access to AYUSH remedies through co-location in public facilities. 
  • Yoga would also be introduced much more widely in school and work places as part of promotion of good health.
  • The policy advocates extensive deployment of digital tools for improving the efficiency and outcome of the healthcare system and proposes establishment of National Digital Health Authority (NDHA) to regulate, develop and deploy digital health across the continuum of care.
  • Government of India formulated the Draft National Health Policy and placed it in public domain on 30th December, 2014. Thereafter following detailed consultations with the stakeholders and State Governments, based on the suggestions received, the Draft National Health Policy was further fine-tuned. It received the endorsement of the Central Council for Health & Family Welfare, the apex policy making body, in its Twelfth Conference held on 27th February, 2016.
  • The last health policy was formulated in 2002.

Captain Amarinder Singh sworn in as Punjab Chief Minister

Captain Amarinder Singh took oath as the 26th Chief Minister of Punjab on Thursday in a ceremony attended by senior Congress leaders, including former prime minister Manmohan Singh and party vice-president Rahul Gandhi. The oath was administered by Punjab Governor VP Singh Badnore at the Raj Bhavan. Sworn in along with Amarinder were cabinet ministers Navjot SIngh Sidhu+ , Manpreet Badal, Brahm Mohindra, Charanjit Channi, Rana Gurjit and Tripat Bajwa; Aruna Choudhary and Razia Sultana were sworn in as ministers of state with independent charge.
Two days before the ceremony, the Punjab Congress had said it would be a simple affair as an austerity measure. "There will be nothing ostentatious about the oath-taking programme at the Raj Bhavan on Thursday morning, when Punjab Governor V P Singh Badnore will administer the oath of office to Amarinder Singh as the new chief minister of the state," Punjab Congress had said on Tuesday. This is the second time that Singh takes oath as chief minister, having served in that capacity in 2002-2007. Riding on strong anti-incumbency, Congress stormed to power in Punjab after a gap of 10 years by winning 77 seats in the 117-assembly seats of the Vidhan Sabha.

13, 14 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

13, 14 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs, Quiz, Questions: Current Affairs for March 2017Daily Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) for India GK, World GK and current affairs with Collection of daily objective type Question by www.Indiagk.net based on General Knowledge (GK) and General Science (GS) Questions for UPSC, State PSC, SSC, Police exam, Railway exam, SBI, Bank PO, IBPC, SSC, LDC, UDC, Army, Airforce, Navy, Coast Guard, Bank Clerk, TET and all entrance examination with current affairs News, Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) available on Website www.IndiaGK.net and Android Apps with daily updates:.  

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Current Affairs Questions on 13, 14 March 2017 :
Which team has won Santosh Trophy 2017 football tournament?
A. Goa
B. Manipur
C. Punjab
D. West Bengal
Answer: C
Explanation: The Punjab football team has won the 71st Santosh Trophy football tournament by defeating Railways in the final by 2-1 goals in Goa. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who took over additional charge as Defence Minister on 14th March 2017?
A. Arun Jaitley
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Sanwarlal Jat
D. Sushma Swaraj
Answer: A
Explanation: Arun Jaitley took over additional charge as Defence Minister on 14th March 2017. He succeeded Manohar Parrikar, who resigned from the post to take on the new role of Chief Minister of Goa. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who takes oath as New Chief Minister of Goa?
A. Manohar Parrikar
B. Nitin Gadkari
C. Purushottam Kakodkar
D. Laxmikant Parsekar
Answer: A
Explanation: Senior BJP leader Manohar Parrikar sworn in as chief minister of Goa on 14th February 2017. Goa Governor Mridula Sinha administered him and other cabinet ministers the oath of office and secrecy at Raj Bhawan. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Global conference on 'Vision Zero' on from 15th to 17th, March 2017 held in which city?
A. Bangaluru
B. Chennai
C. New Delhi
D. Kolkata
Answer: C
Explanation: Three days International Conference on the VISION ZERO and its relevance to Occupational Safety and Health, is being held from 15th to 17th, March 2017 in New Delhi.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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11, 12 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 11, 12 March 2017 :
Which party registers landslide victory in Uttar Pradesh Assembly Polls 2017?
A. Samajwadi Party
B. BJP
C. BSP
D. Congress
Answer: B
Explanation: BJP registers landslide victory in Uttar Pradesh Assembly Election 2017, BJP won 312 seats in Uttar Pradesh. Its allies Apana Dal has won 9 seats while Suheldev Bharatiya Samaj Party has won 4 seats.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Which party wins Punjab Assembly Election 2017?
A. BJP
B. AAP
C. Congress
D. SAD
Answer: C
Explanation: BJP registers landslide victory in Punjab Assembly Election 2017, Congress bagged 77 seats in the 117-member Assembly.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who resigns as Defence Minister of India on 12th March 2017?
A. Manohar Parrikar
B. Rajnath Singh
C. Arun Jaitley
D. Smriti Irani
Answer: A
Explanation: Manohar Parrikar on 12th March resigned as Union Defence Minister amid talks of him heading to Goa where newly-elected BJP MLAs unanimously backed him as the state legislature party leader, even as the Maharashtrawadi Gomantak Party (MGP) said it will support a government led by Parrikar.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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9, 10 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 9, 10 March 2017 :
The cultural festival ‘India by the Nile’ has started in which country?
A. Japan
B. USA
C. South Sudan
D. Egypt
Answer: D
Explanation: The mega cultural festival ‘India by the Nile’ has started at the foot of the Pyramids in Cairo, Egypt from March 8 and will continue till March 14, 2017. Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who is the newly elected President of the European Council (EC)?
A. Donald Trump
B. Christian Kern
C. Angela Morkel
D. Donald Tusk
Answer: D
Explanation: Donald Tusk from Poland has been re-elected for a second term as the President of the European Council.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has been appointed the new Deputy Governor in Reserve Bank of India (RBI)?
A. Urjit Patel
B. Sanjay Bhatt
C. Dilip Shanghvi
D. BP Kanungo
Answer: D
Explanation: B.P. Kanungo has been appointed the new Deputy Governor in the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) for a period of 3 years and will succeed R. Gandhi.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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7, 8 March 2017 Current Affairs MCQs

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Current Affairs Questions on 7, 8 March 2017 :
Ruby Ray passed away recently was former .......... ?
A. CJI
B. CAG
C. RBI Chief
D. Loksabha Speaker
Answer: D
Explanation: Noted socialist leader and former Lok Sabha speaker Rabi Ray passed away at age 91. He had served as the Union minister of health and family welfare in the Morarji Desai led Government from January 1979 to January 1980.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

PM Narendra Modi on 8 March 2017 inaugurated India’s longest ‘extradosed’ cable-stayed bridge in which state?
A. Rajasthan
B. Himachal Pradesh
C. Gujarat
D. Punjab
Answer: C
Explanation: The 1.4-kilometre ‘extradosed’ cable-stayed bridge over Narmada River in Gujarat’s Bharuch is claimed to be the longest in the country.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Who has been bestowed with the 2016 Saraswati Samman?
A. Aruna Roy
B. Naiyer Masud
C. Sangeeta Singh
D. Mahabaleshwar Sail
Answer: D
Explanation: Mahabaleshwar Sail, the noted Konkani writer, has been honoured with the 2017 Saraswati Samman for his novel ‘Hawthan’.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

Bhagoria festival is held in which state?
A. Madhya Pradesh
C. Kerala
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Punjab
Answer: A
Explanation: The annual tribal festival Bhagoria commenced in 5 districts of Madhya Pradesh from March 6.  Check Details at INDIA GK App: http://tinyurl.com/IndiaGK

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