OTHERS (MISC)
Days & Themes
International Day of Happiness 2026 Observed Globally on March 20
The International Day of Happiness is celebrated annually on March 20 to emphasize the importance of global happiness and well-being.
The day serves as a reminder that fundamental human goals should include sustainable growth and mental wellness.
The celebration often coincides with the release of the World Happiness Report to track global progress.
Knowledge of international days and their purpose is a staple in the General Awareness section of competitive exams.
The day serves as a reminder that fundamental human goals should include sustainable growth and mental wellness.
The celebration often coincides with the release of the World Happiness Report to track global progress.
Knowledge of international days and their purpose is a staple in the General Awareness section of competitive exams.
Key Facts / Static GK
International Day of Happiness First Observed: 2013
Initiated by: United Nations General Assembly
Initiated by: United Nations General Assembly
Practice Quiz — 20 March 2026
Q1. What does the name of the joint military exercise 'LAMITIYE' mean in the Creole language?
Answer: (C) Friendship — The term 'LAMITIYE' means 'Friendship' in the Creole language, reflecting the cooperation between India and Seychelles.
Q2. In the VRR auction conducted by RBI on 20th March 2026, what was the total amount actually injected into the banking system?
Answer: (C) ₹48,014 crore — According to the news report, while the RBI offered ₹1.50 lakh crore, the actual liquidity injection via the VRR auction was ₹48,014 crore due to lower uptake by banks.
Q3. Regarding the expansion of UPI in Sri Lanka, which of the following statements is true?
Answer: (B) Payments are made by scanning Lanka QR codes through UPI apps. — Indian users can make real-time payments in Sri Lanka by scanning Lanka QR codes using their preferred UPI-enabled mobile applications.
Q4. Which company has launched the world's first Autonomous Maritime Shipbuilding Centre in Nellore?
Answer: (B) Sagar Defence Engineering Pvt Ltd — Sagar Defence Engineering Pvt Ltd has launched this center, which is the first of its kind globally, in Nellore, Andhra Pradesh.
Q5. In the newly launched hybrid passive index fund by Edelweiss AMC, what is the allocated ratio between Equity and Debt components?
Answer: (C) 70:30 — The fund, as indicated in its name and strategy, maintains a fixed asset allocation of 70% in Equity and 30% in Debt (Government Securities).
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