Current affairs 20.03.2026

Sl. NoCategoryCurrent AffairsDescription
1NationalBank Holiday for Eid-ul-FitrBanks in several Indian states remained closed depending on local moon sighting and RBI notification.
2NationalRamadan/Eid Date VariationEid-ul-Fitr date uncertainty due to moon sighting; closures vary between 20–21 March across states.
3InternationalNorth Korea Assembly MeetingNorth Korea to convene Supreme People’s Assembly on 22 March to discuss constitutional amendments and policies.
4Environment / ScienceSpring Equinox 2026March 20 marks Spring Equinox—day and night nearly equal; symbolizes seasonal transition globally.
5Economy / SocietyAries Season BeginsAstrological new year begins with Sun entering Aries, indicating new cycles and transitions.
6SportsMajor Global Sports EventsKey events include League Cup final (Arsenal vs Man City), LIV Golf in South Africa, and Miami Open tennis start.
7SportsWWE SmackDown HighlightsMajor WWE event featuring title matches and return of Bella Twins aired from USA.
8International EventsOlympic Promotion EventFlag Football promotional event held in Los Angeles ahead of its inclusion in 2028 Olympics.
9Culture / GlobalSeasonal Transition SignificanceSpring Equinox widely observed as a time of renewal, balance, and cultural rituals worldwide.

MCQ’s

Sl. NoQuestionOptionsAnswerExplanation
1Why were banks closed in some Indian states on March 20, 2026?A) HoliB) Eid-ul-FitrC) Republic DayD) DiwaliBBanks were closed due to Eid-ul-Fitr, depending on moon sighting and RBI guidelines.
2What determines the exact date of Eid-ul-Fitr in India?A) Government OrderB) Solar CalendarC) Moon SightingD) Fixed DateCEid-ul-Fitr is celebrated based on moon sighting, leading to date variation.
3Which country announced a Supreme People’s Assembly meeting on March 22, 2026?A) ChinaB) JapanC) North KoreaD) South KoreaCNorth Korea announced the assembly to discuss constitutional matters.
4What is the significance of March 20, 2026 in terms of astronomy?A) Solar EclipseB) Spring EquinoxC) Winter SolsticeD) Lunar EclipseBMarch 20 marks the Spring Equinox, when day and night are nearly equal.
5What happens during the Spring Equinox?A) Longest day of the yearB) Shortest day of the yearC) Equal day and nightD) No sunlightCDuring equinox, day and night are approximately equal worldwide.
6Which zodiac season begins around March 20?A) PiscesB) AriesC) TaurusD) GeminiBThe Sun enters Aries, marking the astrological new year.
7Which major tennis tournament started around this date?A) WimbledonB) Australian OpenC) Miami OpenD) French OpenCThe Miami Open began around this time.
8Where was the Flag Football promotional event held for the 2028 Olympics?A) ParisB) TokyoC) Los AngelesD) LondonCThe event was held in Los Angeles, host of 2028 Olympics.
9Which football teams were mentioned for the League Cup final?A) Chelsea vs LiverpoolB) Arsenal vs Manchester CityC) Barcelona vs Real MadridD) PSG vs BayernBThe League Cup final featured Arsenal vs Manchester City.
10What is the main cultural significance of the Spring Equinox?A) Harvest SeasonB) Beginning of WinterC) Balance and RenewalD) Festival of LightsCIt symbolizes balance, renewal, and seasonal transition globally.

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