Static GK and Current Events Questions and Answers: 23rd March 2021

Take the following GK Quiz listed below based on current and static GK events. The questions would be helpful for the candidates of exams like UPSC, SSC, IBPS PO, NDA/NA etc. 

1. When was the MTP Bill 2020 introduced in the Parliament?

1. March 2, 2020
2. March 10, 2020
3. February 22, 2020
4. February 15, 2020

Ans. a

Explanation: Medical Termination of Pregnancy Amendment Bill 2020 was introduced in Lok Sabha on March 2, 2020. Read the complete details on the MTP Bill 2020 here

2. Which of the following statements is true about MTP Bill 2020?

i) The Bill makes no amendment in the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971

ii) The pregnancy can be terminated within upto 20 weeks by a married woman in case contraceptives fail as per the Act.

1. Only i 
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. b

Explanation: Medical Termination of Pregnancy Amendment Bill 2020 was passed in Lok Sabha recently. The Bill seeks to amend the Medical Termination of Pregnancy Act, 1971.  As per the Act, the pregnancy can be terminated within up to 20 weeks by a married woman in the case of failure of contraceptive method or device.  

3. How many weeks pregnancy require the opinion of a registered practitioner as per the MTP Act 2020

1. 15 weeks 
2. More than 10 weeks 
3. More than 4 weeks 
4. Upto 20 weeks 

Ans. d

Explanation: The opinion of a registered medical practitioner is required for termination of pregnancy up to 20 weeks of gestation. Earlier it was for two or more. 

4. India has recently signed an Artificial Intelligence pact with which of the following countries?

1. UK
2. USA
3. Japan
4. South Korea

Ans. b

Explanation: United States India Artificial Intelligence, USIAI initiative has been launched to enhance the technological relationships between the two countries.

5. Choose the correct statement about USIAI initiative by India and USA

i) It is an initiative of Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) and it was established in March 2000

ii) The initiative includes USA, India and Canada together

1. Only i
2. Only ii
3. Both i and ii
4. None of the above 

Ans. a

Explanation: United States India Artificial Intelligence, USIAI initiative has been launched to enhance the technological relationships between the two countries. It is an initiative of Indo-US Science and Technology Forum (IUSSTF) and it was established in March 2000. Read| All about US India Artificial Intelligence Initiative (USIAI)

6. When is the World Meteorological Day observed?

1. March 22
2. March 23
3. April 5
4. June 5

Ans. b

Explanation: World Meteorological Dayis observed on 23rd March every year to commemorate the establishment of the World Meteorological Organisation.

7. What is the current theme of the World Meteorological Day 2021?

1. The ocean, our climate, and weather
2. The ocean, climate, and weather within the System of Earth
3. Decade of Ocean Science for Sustainable Development 
4. The ocean, ocean science for sustainable development 

Ans. a

Explanation: The theme of World Meteorological Day 2021 is the ocean, our climate, and weather. It focuses on connecting the ocean, climate, and weather within the System of Earth. Read| World Meteorological Day 2021: Current Theme, History, Significance, and Quotes 

8. Which actress has won the National Film Award four times

1. Sharmila Tagore
2. Kangana Ranaut
3. Priyanka Chopra 
4. Sri Devi

Ans. b

Explanation: Kangana Ranaut has been the only actress to win the National Film Award for her roles as an actress four times. Amitabh Bachchan has this honour four times except her.  

9. Which politician was named among 20 winners of Sahitya Akademi Awards 2020?

1. Ramesh Pokhariyal
2. M Veerappa Moily
3. Manmohan Singh 
4. Salman Khurshid

Ans. b

Explanation: Senior Congress leader M Veerappa Moily was named among the 20 winners of Sahitya Akademi Awards 2020 for his epic poetry titled 'Sri Bahubali Ahimsa Digvijayam' in Kannada.

10. Who has sworn in as the first female president of Tanzania

1. Samia Suluhu Hassan 
2. Samia Suluhu Hassan 
3. Helen Clark
4. Tarja Halonen

Ans. a

Explanation: Samia Suluhu Hassan was sworn in as Tanzania's first female President on March 19, 2021.

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