Current Affairs Exam  >  Current Affairs Tests  >  Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Current Affairs MCQ

Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Current Affairs MCQ


Test Description

15 Questions MCQ Test - Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018

Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 for Current Affairs 2024 is part of Current Affairs preparation. The Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 questions and answers have been prepared according to the Current Affairs exam syllabus.The Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 MCQs are made for Current Affairs 2024 Exam. Find important definitions, questions, notes, meanings, examples, exercises, MCQs and online tests for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 below.
Solutions of Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 questions in English are available as part of our course for Current Affairs & Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 solutions in Hindi for Current Affairs course. Download more important topics, notes, lectures and mock test series for Current Affairs Exam by signing up for free. Attempt Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 | 15 questions in 30 minutes | Mock test for Current Affairs preparation | Free important questions MCQ to study for Current Affairs Exam | Download free PDF with solutions
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 1

The first-ever crime-free zone along the international border between India and which county has launched?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 1
For the first time, the Border Security Force (BSF) and the Border Guards Bangladesh (BGB) have declared an 8.3 km stretch along the Indo-Bangladesh border a 'crime free zone' on March 10, 2018 to curb criminal activities including smuggling. It is the first-ever crime-free zone declared by both the countries. The stretch falls between the border outpost of Gunarmath and Kalyani of the BSF and Putkhali and Daulatpur of the BGB. This stretch is one of the most vulnerable with cattle smuggling and other criminal activities prevalent. With the help of civil administrations of the two countries, NGOs and the local populace, both border-guarding forces will help ensure no crime takes place along the stretch. This is a pilot project that will be reviewed after 5-6 months.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 2

Which country unveils the worldis biggest flag recently?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 2
Bolivia unveiled its 200 km long flag, which it claims to be the worldis biggest flag. The flag extends between the cities La Paz and Oruro. It is made of blue cloth and features Bolivian national symbols. Its width is three meters. Bolivian people held the flag as a sign of support for Boliviais claim for access to the Pacific coast. Bolivia demands access to the Pacific Ocean, which it lost to Chile in a war in the 19th century. Bolivia will present its case demanding access to Chileis Pacific coast at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on 19th March 2018.
1 Crore+ students have signed up on EduRev. Have you? Download the App
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 3

Which country was topped in ISSF Shooting World Cup 2018, Mexico?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 3
International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) World Cup was held in Guadalajara, Mexico from 1st to 12th March, 2018. India topped the medal tally at ISSF Shooting World Cup by winning four gold, one silver and three bronze. hahzar Rizvi, Manu Bhaker, Akhil Sheoran and Om Prakash Mitharval won the gold medals for India. This is the first time that India has topped medal tally in ISSF competition.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 4

This bank launches online service to send money globally recently.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 4
DCB Bank has launched "DCB Remit", a remittance service to enable customers to send money online globally. Using DCB Remit, any resident Indian can register online and send money to 20 countries such as the US, Canada, Australia, the UK, the UAE and Germany. Once the exchange rate of money is fixed, customer can transfer money from any account to DCB Bank account. This in turn can be transferred to the beneficiary account present in another country on or within the next business day. DCB Remit has been introduced in collaboration with Avenues Payments. Avenues Payments specialises in providing cross border payments.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 5

World Ocean Summit 2018 held in __________.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 5
The World Ocean Summit 2018 was held in Riviera Maya, Mexico. This was the fifth World Ocean Summit. It was hosted by the Economist Group. Over 360 leaders from government, industry, multilateral organisations, scientific community and civil society all over the world took part in the World Ocean Summit 2018. Problems related to the world is seas and solutions to protect ocean resources were discussed in the summit.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 6

India placed __________ worldwide in web-borne threats: Kaspersky Labs.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 6
As per cybersecurity and anti-virus provider, Kaspersky Labs, India ranks 33rd worldwide on the list of countries facing web-borne threats. This revelation was done by Kaspersky Lab at the recent Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) Summit in Mumbai, through a presentation on the threat management and defense landscape in India. CISO added that India secured 37th place worldwide in attacks by local threats and 13th in incidents with malicious hosts located within the country. As per the data, 27.4 percent Indian users were affected by web-borne threats, while 62.7 percent users were attacked by local threats.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 7

This becomes first alcohol-free village in Ranchi district of Jharkhand.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 7
Banlotwa has become the first alcohol-free village in Ranchi district of Jharkhand. Jharkhand Chief Minister Raghubar Das lauded the residents of the village for achieving this feat and has given Rs 1 lakh cash to the village head of Banlotwa. It is to be noted that, two years ago, Raghubar Das had announced that any village becoming alcohol-free would be given Rs. 1 lakh for its development. Mr. Das stated that people of Banlotwa have joined hands to make the village nasa mukti (alcohol-free). Even Jharkhand state government wants to ensure greater participation of the people in bringing about change and development.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 8

Which union minister has been given additional charge of the Union Ministry of Civil Aviation?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 8
Suresh Prabhu, the Union Minister of Commerce and Industries, has been given additional charge of the Ministry of Civil Aviation on March 10, after the resignation of Ashok Gajapathi Raju of the Telugu Desam Party (TDP) was accepted by President Ram Nath Kovind. Mr. Raju and another TDP MP Y.S. Chowdary resigned from the Council of Ministers after party supremo and Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu decided to pull out his Ministers from the National Democratic Alliance (NDA) government. Mr. Naidu took the decision after facing relentless attacks from the Opposition for failing to secure special category status for Andhra Pradesh. However, TDP continues to be a part of the NDA.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 9

This country will observe a one-minute 'blackout' on March 25 to mark 'Genocide Day', in memory of the three million people killed by Pakistani forces during the country's Liberation War in 1971.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 9
Bangladesh will observe a one-minute 'blackout' on March 25 to mark 'Genocide Day', in memory of the three million people killed by Pakistani forces during the country's Liberation War in 1971. The government will not suspend power supply, he said, but people will be asked to switch their lights off. Bangladesh started observing March 25 as 'Genocide Day' in 2017.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 10

The first HADR exercise 'Samvedna' of the Indian Air Force (IAF) in association with South Asian Region nations has started in __________.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 10
The first Humanitarian Assistance and Disaster Relief (HADR) exercise 'Samvedna' of the Indian Air Force in association with South Asian Region nations has started off the coast of Kerala from March 12, 2018. The 6-day multilateral exercise would involve representatives from air forces of Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, Nepal and the UAE. The purpose of the exercise is to galvanise all stakeholders in synergising a unified HADR efforts. The entire settings of the exercise is based on a scenario of a tsunami in the western coast of India originating from an earthquake in Makran subduction zone and resulting in post-tsunami disaster management along the western coast and western islands of India. The exercise, hosted by the Southern Air Command, will provide a clear understanding of the scope, role and task, including challenges in air operations and ensure better understanding, and sharing of response procedures among the nations.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 11

Anjani Kumar has appointed as Commissioner of Police for __________.

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 11
Anjani Kumar has been made the new Commissioner of Police, Hyderabad as part of a major reshuffle of senior police officers in Telangana. Kumar was the Additional DGP (Law & Order). The post of Hyderabad Police Commissioner was vacant for the past 4 months. Additional Commissioner of Police (Law and Order), V.V. Srinivasa Rao was in-charge of the post during those 4 months. V.V. Srinivasa Rao has been made the Chairman of Telangana State Level Police Recruitment Board.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 12

Which institute releases "Citizen Services" Mobile App on its 33rd Inception Day?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 12
National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB) celebrated its 33rd Inception Day at Mahipalpur, New Delhi. Rajiv Jain, Director of Intelligence Bureau (IB) was the Chief Guest of the event. He launched a Mobile App called "Citizen Services". This app was developed by NCRB. This app is a collection of various essential police related services to citizens. Citizens can use this app for Complaint Registration & Status Check, View FIR Detail, SOS - Stay Safe, Locate Police Stations, Vahan-Samanvay, Emergency Contact List, Police Stations Telephone Directory etc.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 13

Which state has become the best performing State in rural job scheme?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 13
West Bengal has become the best performing State both in terms of allotting jobs and utilising funds under the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act. West Bengal generated more than 28.21 crore work days under the scheme so far in 2017-18 and spent more than Rs.7,335.31 crore for it. Tamil Nadu occupied the second spot with 22.17 crore work days and spent Rs. 5,981.75 crore.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 14

Which online payment service provider has become the official umpire partner of the Indian Premier League (IPL) for 5 years?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 14
On 12th March 2018, the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI) has announced its association with Paytm as the Official Umpire Partner of the VIVO Indian Premier League for the next five years. Paytm is also the Title Sponsor of India Cricket.
Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 15

On which date, Less Traffic Day was observed in Bengaluru?

Detailed Solution for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 - Question 15
On 11th March 2018, Less Traffic Day was observed in Bengaluru. Less Traffic Day was observed in Bengaluru for the second time on 11th March 2018. The first Less Traffic Day was observed on 11thFebruary 2018. The Less Traffic Day was planned by Karnataka Transport Minister HM Revanna. This has been initiated to reduce air pollution and traffic congestion. Citizens are expected to voluntarily prefer public transport or cycles or walk. On the second Less Traffic Day, the BMTC (Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation) had arranged additional public transport services in heavily populated areas.
Information about Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 Page
In this test you can find the Exam questions for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018 solved & explained in the simplest way possible. Besides giving Questions and answers for Current Affairs Quiz - 13th March, 2018, EduRev gives you an ample number of Online tests for practice

Top Courses for Current Affairs

Download as PDF

Top Courses for Current Affairs