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 #401
The Trade Receivables Discounting System (TReDS) platforms are regulated by which authority?
A. SEBI
B. NPCI
C. Ministry of Finance
D. RBI

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Reserve Bank of India.

Question #402
Which bank became India’s largest Urban Co-operative Bank after crossing ₹1 lakh crore business in FY 2025-26?
A. Abhyudaya Co-operative Bank
B. Cosmos Co-operative Bank
C. Saraswat Co-operative Bank
D. NKGSB Co-operative Bank

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Saraswat achieved the milestone.

Question #403
NASA launched which mission that set a record for longest distance travelled by humans in space?
A. Artemis II
B. Perseverance Rover
C. James Webb
D. Voyager

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Artemis II (USA).

Question #404
Who was appointed as MD & CEO of ONDC?
A. Manoj Mittal
B. Ritesh Tiwari
C. T. Koshy
D. Vibhor Jain

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Vibhor Jain took the role.

Question #405
Which state launched India’s first Marine Spatial Plan (MSP) for coastal management?
A. Odisha
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Kerala
D. Gujarat

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Odisha pioneered the initiative.

Question #406
The BRICS Summit 2026 was hosted by which country?
A. Russia
B. India
C. Brazil
D. South Africa

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Hosted in Rio de Janeiro.

Question #407
India conducted joint military exercise ‘DUSTLIK 2026’ with which country?
A. Tajikistan
B. Turkmenistan
C. Kazakhstan
D. Uzbekistan

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
In Namangan region, Uzbekistan.

Question #408
Which state is developing the ‘Indo-Taiwan Industrial Park’?
A. Gujarat (Sanand-Dholera)
B. Karnataka
C. Maharashtra
D. Tamil Nadu

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Gujarat government initiative.

Question #409
Who became the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar in 2026?
A. Sushil Kumar Modi
B. Nitish Kumar
C. Samrat Choudhary
D. Jitan Ram Manjhi

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Political development in Bihar.

Question #410
‘Exercise Varuna 2026’ is a naval exercise between India and which country?
A. USA
B. Japan
C. France
D. UK

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Indo-French naval exercise.

Question #411
Which organization released the Global Economic Outlook 2026?
A. UNDP
B. WTO
C. IMF
D. World Bank

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
International Monetary Fund.

Question #412
India approved a major semiconductor SEZ in which location?
A. Chennai
B. Dholera
C. Noida
D. Pune

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Gujarat’s Dholera.

Question #413
Jonathan the tortoise is older than which historical landmarks?
A. Great Wall of China
B. Tower Bridge and Eiffel Tower
C. Statue of Liberty
D. Taj Mahal

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Born around 1832.

Question #414
Which mission successfully landed on Mars in early 2026 according to reports?
A. SpaceX Starship
B. China Tianwen-3
C. NASA Artemis
D. ESA Rover

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Historic crewed landing milestone.

Question #415
Sweden became the first G7 nation to achieve what milestone in 2026?
A. Net-zero carbon emissions
B. Quantum internet
C. Universal basic income
D. 100% renewable energy

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Environmental leadership.

Question #416
The PACE satellite mission was launched by which agency?
A. ISRO
B. JAXA
C. NASA
D. ESA

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
NASA’s ocean color and aerosol study.

Question #417
ALH Mk III is a variant of which indigenous helicopter?
A. Rudra
B. Cheetah
C. LCH
D. Dhruv

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Advanced Light Helicopter.

Question #418
Which country hosted India’s first-ever mango promotion events to boost exports?
A. USA
B. UAE
C. UK
D. Japan

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Strengthening bilateral trade.

Question #419
UPI is expected to become operational by end of 2026 in which country?
A. Mauritius
B. Singapore
C. Several countries (expansion)
D. UAE

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
India’s digital payment success globally.

Question #420
Italy has the highest number of UNESCO World Heritage Sites. How does this compare?
A. Third highest
B. Second highest
C. Highest in the world
D. Equal to China

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Cultural richness.