Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 MCQs

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Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 MCQs

Stay updated with the latest Current Affairs 2026 through our carefully curated Section 1. This section covers the most important national and international events, government schemes, economy, science & technology, sports, awards, appointments, defence, environment, international relations, and other exam-relevant topics. Designed for aspirants preparing for JKSSB, SSC, Banking, Railway, UPSC, JKPSC, Police, CUET, and other competitive exams, these notes provide concise explanations, factual updates, and expected MCQs to help you revise quickly and score higher in the General Awareness section.

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Question #281
On July 3, 2026, the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) granted in-principle approval for defence acquisition proposals worth approximately:
A. ₹75,000 crore
B. ₹25,000 crore
C. ₹40,000 crore
D. ₹52,000 crore

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The DAC accorded Acceptance of Necessity (AoN) for defence acquisition proposals worth nearly ₹52,000 crore.[reference:22]

Question #282
The 12th India-Malaysia Sub Committee on Military Cooperation (SCMC) meeting was held in July 2026 in which city?
A. Chennai
B. Mumbai
C. Kuala Lumpur
D. New Delhi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The 12th India-Malaysia Sub Committee on Military Cooperation (SCMC) meeting was held in New Delhi.[reference:23]

Question #283
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the India-France Business Roundtable in which city in July 2026?
A. London
B. Paris
C. Berlin
D. Brussels

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman addressed the India-France Business Roundtable in Paris.[reference:24]

Question #284
According to Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, bilateral trade between India and France has doubled over the past:
A. 20 years
B. 10 years
C. 15 years
D. 5 years

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Finance Minister Sitharaman stated that bilateral trade between India and France has doubled over the past decade.[reference:25]

Question #285
According to the IMF, India's GDP growth rate for the fiscal year 2026-27 is estimated at approximately:
A. 7.0%
B. 6.5%
C. 5.5%
D. 6.0%

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The IMF continues to project India's economy to grow by 6.5 per cent in fiscal year 2026-27.[reference:26]

Question #286
India's GDP growth for the financial year 2025-26 was recorded at:
A. 7.7%
B. 7.0%
C. 6.5%
D. 8.0%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
PM Modi stated that in the last financial year, India's GDP growth was 7.7 per cent.[reference:27]

Question #287
The RBI has projected real GDP growth for 2026-27 at:
A. 5.5%
B. 7.0%
C. 6.6%
D. 6.0%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The RBI has projected real GDP growth for 2026-27 at 6.6 per cent.[reference:28]

Question #288
According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), June 2026 was the fifth-driest June in how many years?
A. 50 years
B. 100 years
C. 75 years
D. 125 years

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
June 2026 was the fifth-driest June in the period from 1900 to 2026 — that is 125 years.[reference:29]

Question #289
The rainfall deficit in India for the month of June 2026 was approximately:
A. 20%
B. 30%
C. 42%
D. 50%

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The rainfall deficit in June 2026 was at 42 percent.[reference:30]

Question #290
According to IMD's forecast, rainfall across the country in July 2026 is expected to be what percentage of the long-period average (LPA)?
A. 94%
B. 90%
C. 100%
D. 80%

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
IMD forecasted that rainfall across the country in July 2026 is expected to be 94% of the long-period average (LPA).[reference:31]

Question #291
The southwest monsoon arrived in Delhi on July 2, 2026, how many days later than its normal onset date of June 27?
A. 10 days
B. 7 days
C. 3 days
D. 5 days

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Delhi finally saw the southwest monsoon arrive on July 2, five days later than its normal onset date of June 27.[reference:32]

Question #292
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan stated that approximately how many districts could be affected by below-normal rainfall due to El Niño?
A. 400
B. 250
C. 200
D. 315

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan noted that around 315 districts could be affected by below-normal rainfall.[reference:33]

Question #293
How many high-priority districts with very limited irrigation (below 25%) are expected to be affected by below-normal rainfall?
A. 150
B. 128
C. 111
D. 76

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
111 high-priority districts with very limited irrigation (below 25%) could be affected by below-normal rainfall.[reference:34]

Question #294
PM Modi chaired the 52nd meeting of PRAGATI on June 24, 2026. What does PRAGATI stand for?
A. Policy Review and Administrative Tracking Initiative
B. Planning and Resource Allocation for Growth and Technology Integration
C. Public Grievance Redressal and Transparency Initiative
D. Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
PRAGATI stands for Pro-Active Governance and Timely Implementation.[reference:35]

Question #295
During the 52nd PRAGATI meeting, PM Modi reviewed four major infrastructure projects involving an investment of approximately:
A. ₹20,000 crore
B. ₹30,000 crore
C. ₹40,000 crore
D. ₹50,000 crore

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
PM Modi reviewed four major infrastructure projects involving an investment of around ₹30,000 crore.[reference:36]

Question #296
During the 52nd PRAGATI meeting, PM Modi suggested leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, in the fight against which disease?
A. Tuberculosis (TB)
B. Malaria
C. COVID-19
D. Dengue

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
PM Modi highlighted the importance of leveraging emerging technologies, including AI, in the fight against tuberculosis.[reference:37]

Question #297
PM Modi met Queen Máxima of the Netherlands in New Delhi on June 26, 2026. She is the UN Secretary-General's Special Advocate for:
A. Financial Health
B. Child Rights
C. Women Empowerment
D. Climate Change

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Queen Máxima of the Netherlands is the UN Secretary-General's Special Advocate for Financial Health.[reference:39]

Question #298
The 23rd instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme was released on which date in June 2026?
A. June 15, 2026
B. June 25, 2026
C. June 20, 2026
D. June 30, 2026

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The 23rd instalment of PM-KISAN was released on June 20, 2026.[reference:41]

Question #299
The Vice President of India, Shri C.P. Radhakrishnan, presided over the 'MSME Day 2026 - Udyami Bharat' event on June 27, 2026 at which venue?
A. Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
B. Pragati Maidan, New Delhi
C. India Habitat Centre, New Delhi
D. Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Vice President presided over the 'MSME Day 2026-Udyami Bharat' event at Dr. Ambedkar International Centre, New Delhi.[reference:42]

Question #300
MSME Day is celebrated annually on which date?
A. June 26
B. June 28
C. June 25
D. June 27

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
MSME Day is celebrated annually on 27 June.[reference:43]