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World Meteorological Day 2026 Focuses on Climate Protection
World Meteorological Day is celebrated globally on March 23 to mark the establishment of the World Meteorological Organization (WMO).
The theme for the year 2026 is 'Observing today, protecting tomorrow'.
The WMO was officially founded on this date in 1950 to facilitate international cooperation in meteorology and hydrology.
The day highlights the critical role of weather services in ensuring global sustainability and disaster preparedness.
The theme for the year 2026 is 'Observing today, protecting tomorrow'.
The WMO was officially founded on this date in 1950 to facilitate international cooperation in meteorology and hydrology.
The day highlights the critical role of weather services in ensuring global sustainability and disaster preparedness.
Key Facts / Static GK
WMO HQ: Geneva, Switzerland
WMO Secretary-General: Celeste Saulo
WMO Established: March 23, 1950
WMO Secretary-General: Celeste Saulo
WMO Established: March 23, 1950
Practice Quiz — 23 March 2026
Q1. Regarding the 'PRARAMBH 2026' initiative, what does the 'N' represent in the M.A.N.A.V. framework?
Answer: (B) National Sovereignty — In the PRARAMBH 2026 framework M.A.N.A.V., the acronym stands for: Moral & Ethical Systems, Accountable Governance, National Sovereignty, Accessible & Inclusive AI, and Valid & Legitimate Systems.
Q2. What is the specific duration covered by the newly approved 'Utkarsh 3.0' strategy framework of the RBI?
Answer: (C) 2026-2029 — Utkarsh 3.0 is the Medium-Term Strategy Framework approved by the RBI board to cover a three-year period from 2026 to 2029.
Q3. Which of the following statements is true regarding the new UPI-linked credit line launched by Bank of Baroda?
Answer: (C) It is the first bank in India to introduce such a facility for Women SHGs. — Bank of Baroda is the 1st bank in India to introduce a UPI-linked credit line (OD facility) specifically for Women SHG members holding PMJDY accounts, with a maximum limit of ₹5,000.
Q4. What was the total value of India's textile exports in FY25 according to the NIRYAT data?
Answer: (C) USD 36,610 million — India’s total textile exports for the fiscal year 2024-25 (FY25) stood at USD 36,610 million, with Tamil Nadu contributing the largest share.
Q5. What was the primary reason Kaveh Madani was awarded the Stockholm Water Prize 2026?
Answer: (B) Contributions to water governance and crisis management — Kaveh Madani was honored for his contributions to water governance and shifting the global focus from infrastructure-only to governance-based solutions for water crisis management.
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