March 2024 Questions and Answers
Strengthen your NDA, CDS, and AFCAT exam preparation with Current Affairs for Defence Exam March 2024 questions. This monthly set includes updates on military exercises, national security strategies, defence acquisitions, and global cooperation efforts. Practicing Current Affairs for Defence Exam MCQs helps aspirants stay familiar with recent geopolitical and security developments vital for defence-oriented competitive exams.
March 2024
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50 questions
41. India launched which maritime mission in March 2024 to ensure security in Indian Ocean?
- Operation Samudra Suraksha Explanation: This naval mission ensures maritime surveillance and trade route security.
- Operation Trident
- Operation Sagar Kavach
- Operation Raksha Netra
42. Which bank introduced India’s first Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC)-linked debit card in March 2024?
- SBI
- HDFC Bank
- ICICI Bank
- Yes Bank Explanation: Yes Bank became the first to link a debit card with RBI’s e-rupee.
43. What was India’s unemployment rate in March 2024 as per CMIE data?
- 6.5%
- 7.2% Explanation: The CMIE report noted a steady job recovery with improved rural employment.
- 7.6%
- 8.0%
44. Which state launched the ‘Jal Kranti Mission’ in March 2024?
- Rajasthan
- Maharashtra
- Haryana
- Madhya Pradesh Explanation: The mission focuses on groundwater conservation and drought management.
45. Who won the Women’s Singles title at the All England Open Badminton 2024?
- Tai Tzu Ying
- Akane Yamaguchi
- An Se Young Explanation: South Korean shuttler An Se Young triumphed in the All England Championship.
- Carolina Marin
46. The Jal Shakti Ministry launched which mobile app in March 2024 for water usage transparency?
- JalVigyan
- JalDoot
- JalMitra Explanation: The app tracks real-time water use and conservation projects across India.
- Sujlam
47. Who took charge as the 29th Chief of Army Staff in March 2024?
- Lt. Gen. M.V. Suchindra Kumar Explanation: He succeeded Gen. Manoj Pande as the new Chief of Army Staff.
- Lt. Gen. Upendra Dwivedi
- Gen. Manoj Pande
- Gen. R.P. Kalita
48. Which Indian company became the first to list dollar bonds on IFSC in GIFT City in March 2024?
- ONGC
- Reliance Industries Explanation: RIL issued dollar bonds at GIFT IFSC marking a significant global finance step.
- Adani Ports
- Indian Oil
49. The Indian Air Force conducted 'Vayu Shakti 2024' exercise at which base?
- Jaisalmer
- Pokhran Explanation: The large-scale live-fire exercise was held at Pokhran firing range in Rajasthan.
- Pathankot
- Gwalior
50. Which Indian state topped the Export Preparedness Index 2024 released by NITI Aayog in March 2024?
- Gujarat Explanation: Gujarat retained the top rank due to strong infrastructure and export-driven industries.
- Maharashtra
- Tamil Nadu
- Karnataka