Daily Current Affairs Quiz: March 27, 2024
March 27, 2024
1. Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary, recently seen in the news, is located in which state?
[A] Telangana
[B] Tamil Nadu
[C] Gujarat
[D] Karnataka
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Correct Answer: A [Telangana]
Notes:
Telangana’s Eturnagaram Wildlife Sanctuary faces forest fires in the Tadvai region. Established in 1953, it lies near Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Telangana borders, traversed by the Dayyam Vagu River. Renowned for the Sammakkka Sarakka Jathra, it’s traversed by the Godavari River. Vegetation comprises tropical dry deciduous types with teak, bamboo, and climbers. Notable fauna include Indian gaur, giant squirrel, tiger, leopard, and various others like sloth bear and wild dogs.
2. Cuatro Cienegas región, recently seen in news due to water crisis, is located in which country?
[A] Canada
[B] Mexico
[C] Cuba
[D] Bahamas
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Correct Answer: B [Mexico]
Notes:
As of March 2024, water is disappearing from Cuatro Cienegas, Mexico’s vital desert oasis, due to agricultural activities. The oasis is the Chihuahuan Desert’s most important wetland, and scientists say it can help them understand climate change, the origin of the Earth, and the chances of life on Mars. However, water is being used for alfalfa crops and other agricultural activities, causing the oasis to dry up. As a result, communities have to bring in water by truck when there is gasoline, which is a costly expense.
3. Recently, the Election Commission of India launched which app to facilitate easier voting for persons above 85 years of age and PWDs with 40%?
[A] Madad App
[B] Sankalp App
[C] Saksham App
[D] Kavach App
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Correct Answer: C [Saksham App]
Notes:
The Election Commission aims to ensure inclusivity in voting with new measures. Voters over 85 and those with 40% benchmark disability can vote from home. Polling stations will provide volunteers, wheelchairs, and transport. The Saksham App facilitates voting for PWDs. Permanent Assured Minimum Facilities (AMF) in schools aim to enhance election processes. Polling stations managed by PWDs and women, along with Model Polling Stations, promote accessibility and gender inclusivity.
4. What is the primary objective of Smart Meter National Programme (SMNP), recently seen in the news?
[A] To replace India’s 25 crore conventional meters with smart meters
[B] To improve water distribution efficiency
[C] To promote renewable energy sources
[D] To reduce pollution from power plants
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Correct Answer: A [To replace India’s 25 crore conventional meters with smart meters]
Notes:
Kerala’s decision to opt for an alternative approach to smart electricity meters undermines government’s Rs 3 lakh crore smart meters project. Smart meters record electricity usage and voltage levels, aiming to enhance billing and collection efficiencies for distribution companies. The Smart Meter National Programme (SMNP) seeks to replace 25 crore conventional meters with smart ones across India. Energy Efficiency Services Limited (EESL), a joint venture under the Ministry of Power, leads the implementation.
5. Recently, where was the 148th Inter Parliamentary Union meeting held?
[A] Paris, France
[B] Washington DC, United States
[C] Geneva, Switzerland
[D] Vienna, Austria
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Correct Answer: C [Geneva, Switzerland]
Notes:
The 148th Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) Assembly was held in Geneva, Switzerland from March 23–27, 2024. The IPU is an international organization founded in 1889, with headquarters in Geneva, Switzerland, as well as offices in New York, United States of America, and Vienna, Austria. A seven-member Indian parliamentary delegation, led by Rajya Sabha Deputy Chairman Harivansh attended the event. The IPU boasts 180 member countries
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