CONTENTS VOL-17 ISSUE -04 Editor 2021 Suez Canal Ob- Reservation N.K. Jain struction Advisors Neeraj Chabra K.C.Gupta Registered Office Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. 103, Pragatideep Building, The 66th Filmfare The 67th National Film Plot No. 08, Laxminagar, Awards Awards District Centre, New Delhi - 110092 TIN-09350038898 w.e.f. 12-06-2014 Branch Office Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. E-42,43,44, Sector-7, Noida (U.P.) Interview 5 For queries regarding promotion, distribution & Current Affairs - One Liner 6-9 advertisement, contact:- Spotlight 10 [email protected] The People 11-19 Ph.: 09208037962 News Bites 20-58 Owned, printed & published by Designation : Who's Who 59 N.K. Jain Word of English - Etymology 60 103, Pragatideep Building, Plot No. 08, Laxminagar, 2021 Suez Canal Obstruction 61-63 District Centre, New Delhi - 110092 Reservation 64-65 Please send your suggestions and grievances to:- The 66th Filmfare Awards54-56 66 Mahendra Publication Pvt. Ltd. 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MICA includes highly acclaimed sections such as, Newsletters, News Diary, One Liner, World of English, which are directly related to your preparation for competitive examinations. Chalte - Chalte is one of the most steering elements of MICA on the go, which is mentioned below every page. This edition creates a forum where all candidates and guidance personnel can meet the important issues of this month which may play a vital role in the forthcoming examination. The important topics covered in this edition are: 2021 Suez Canal Obstruction- In March 2021, the Suez Canal, one of the world's busiest trade routes, was blocked for six days after the accidental grounding of Ever Given, a Golden-class container ship. The company said that the 400-metrelong (1,300 ft.) vessel had been buffeted on 23 March by strong winds, knocking it off course. Reservation- Reservation is a system of affirmative action in India that provides historically disadvantaged groups representation in education, employment and politics. Based on provisions in the Indian Constitution, it allows the Indian government to set reserved quotas or seats, which lower the qualifications needed in exams, job openings etc. for "socially and economically backward citizens." 66th Filmfare awards- The Filmfare awards were first introduced in 1954. The Clares was the original name of the award ceremony, named after The Times of India critic Clare Mendonca. 67th National Film Awards - The 67th National Film Awards have finally been announced. Delayed by one year due to the coronavirus pandemic, the awards were announced during a press conference in Delhi. In this edition as a wish for your bright and prosperous future we are providing “UPSI MODEL PAPER 2020” and “SSC MTS MODEL PAPER 2020” for your self-assessment. You can also test your Current Affairs by visiting the Quiz Time section for self-assessment, which includes all possible multiple-choice questions from the current affairs of this month. To serve you better we will diligently serve you our level best with various new topics and news that is important from the examination point of view. Best of luck for your exams. Your suggestions will be highly valuable and welcomed. With Best Wishes Editor : N.K. Jain “Your Success is Our Success” SUNNY INTERVIEW MICA : What is the role of “Time PERSONAL DETAILS Management” in one’s Sunny Kumar success? Father’s Name : Mr. Shailendra Kumar Singh Sunny : Time management is the key to success we must follow Mother’s Name : Mrs. Kanak Devi proper time schedule in study Hobbies : Book reading and playing cricket. for selection in any exam. Prior Selection : None MICA : How did you prepare for the Name of the Exam : Bank of India (Clerk) Interview? 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