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 #501
The Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is being watched as a potential factor that could offer relief to India's monsoon later in the season. IOD refers to:
A. Difference in sea surface temperatures between the western and eastern Indian Ocean
B. Temperature difference between the Indian and Pacific Oceans
C. Salinity difference between the Bay of Bengal and the Arabian Sea
D. Atmospheric pressure difference between the Indian Ocean and the Arabian Sea
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The Indian Ocean Dipole refers to the difference in sea surface temperatures between the western and eastern Indian Ocean.[reference:51]
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Question #502
The contentious 130th Constitution Amendment Bill seeks to disqualify:
A. Defected members of political parties
B. Arrested Prime Ministers and Chief Ministers
C. Ministers with pending corruption cases
D. MPs and MLAs convicted of criminal charges
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The contentious 130th Constitution Amendment Bill on disqualifying prime ministers and chief ministers could be back in Parliament.[reference:52]
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Question #503
The 130th Constitution Amendment Bill is also known as the:
A. Prevention of Corruption Bill
B. Anti-Defection Bill
C. Criminal Disqualification Bill
D. Political Accountability Bill
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The bill seeking to axe arrested CMs and PMs is also known as the Criminal Disqualification Bill.[reference:53]
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Question #504
The Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) scrutinising the 130th Constitution Amendment Bill is scheduled to adopt its report on which date?
A. July 10, 2026
B. July 20, 2026
C. July 25, 2026
D. July 17, 2026
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The panel to adopt the report on the bill to sack PMs and CMs is scheduled for July 17.[reference:54]
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Question #505
The bill seeks automatic removal of PM, CMs and ministers if they are in detention for how many days on serious criminal charges?
A. 30 days
B. 60 days
C. 15 days
D. 45 days
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The bill seeks automatic removal of PM, CMs and ministers if they are in detention for 30 days on serious criminal charges.[reference:55]
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Question #506
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray announced a 'Ram Raksha' protest from July 5 in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Bihar
D. Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Shiv Sena (UBT) chief Uddhav Thackeray announced a 'Ram Raksha' protest from July 5 in Maharashtra.[reference:56]
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Question #507
The 'Ram Raksha' protest was announced over the alleged:
A. Demolition of religious structures
B. Controversy over the Ram Temple trust
C. Delay in construction of the Ram Temple
D. Embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Temple
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The protest was over the alleged embezzlement of donations at the revered Ayodhya temple.[reference:57]
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Question #508
PM Modi's visit to Indonesia in July 2026 is a return visit following Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto's visit to India in:
A. January 2025
B. January 2026
C. December 2025
D. January 2024
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
PM Modi's visit is a return visit following President Prabowo Subianto's visit to India in January 2025.[reference:59]
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Question #509
ISRO Chairman V Narayanan stated that India is preparing for the first uncrewed Gaganyaan mission, which is scheduled for launch between:
A. December 2026-January 2027
B. August-September 2026
C. October-November 2026
D. June-July 2026
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The first uncrewed Gaganyaan test flight (G-1) is officially targeted for launch between August and September 2026.[reference:60]
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Question #510
The first uncrewed Gaganyaan test flight will be launched from which spaceport?
A. Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota
B. Abdul Kalam Island, Odisha
C. Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, Thiruvananthapuram
D. Thumba Equatorial Rocket Launching Station
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The uncrewed Gaganyaan test flight will be launched from the Satish Dhawan Space Centre, Sriharikota.[reference:61]
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Question #511
India's first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, is scheduled for launch no earlier than:
A. 2026
B. 2028
C. 2029
D. 2027
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
India's first human spaceflight mission, Gaganyaan, is scheduled for launch no earlier than 2027.[reference:62]
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Question #512
ISRO is developing the Gaganyaan spacecraft indigenously, but which Russian space agency has played a key role in training Indian astronauts?
A. Energia
B. Roscosmos
C. Soyuz
D. Glavkosmos
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
While ISRO is developing the spacecraft indigenously, Roscosmos has played a key role in training Indian astronauts.[reference:63]
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Question #513
ISRO successfully demonstrated a hot test of the Semi-Cryogenic Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) at higher thrust level in June 2026. This test demonstrated performance at which thrust level?
A. 200 tonne
B. 100 tonne
C. 150 tonne
D. 250 tonne
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The test provided sufficient confidence towards the demonstration of steady state performance of engine powerhead at 200 tonne.[reference:64]
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Question #514
ISRO's GPS Aided GEO Augmented Navigation (GAGAN) system achieved a major milestone in June 2026 when:
A. It was successfully launched into orbit
B. It was integrated with all Indian airports
C. DGCA conducted India's first satellite-based landing approach on a commercial aircraft using GAGAN
D. It received international certification for global navigation
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
GAGAN achieved a major milestone in June 2026, when DGCA successfully conducted India's first satellite-based landing approach on a commercial aircraft using GAGAN technology.[reference:65]
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Question #515
GAGAN is India's indigenous:
A. Geostationary Satellite System
B. Satellite-Based Augmentation System
C. Navigation Satellite System
D. Global Positioning System
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
GAGAN is India's indigenous Satellite-Based Augmentation System.[reference:66]
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Question #516
ISRO plans to launch over how many satellites in the next three years to meet growing national and commercial requirements?
A. 250
B. 150
C. 100
D. 200
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
India will need to launch over 200 satellites in the next three years to meet growing national and commercial requirements.[reference:67]
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Question #517
India won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 for a record how many times?
A. Second time
B. Fourth time
C. Third time
D. First time
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
India won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup title for a record third time.[reference:72]
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Question #518
The final of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026 was held at which venue?
A. Narendra Modi Stadium, Ahmedabad
B. Wankhede Stadium, Mumbai
C. M. Chinnaswamy Stadium, Bengaluru
D. Eden Gardens, Kolkata
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The final was held at Narendra Modi Stadium in Ahmedabad.[reference:73]
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Question #519
India's U-19 Cricket Team won the ICC Under-19 World Cup in 2026. This was India's how many Under-19 World Cup title?
A. 7th
B. 4th
C. 6th
D. 5th
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah congratulated Team India for lifting the 6th ICC Under-19 Cricket World Cup trophy.[reference:74]
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Question #520
The Indian Men's Hockey team lifted the Under-18 Asia Cup for the third time in 2026 by defeating which team in the final?
A. Malaysia
B. Japan
C. Pakistan
D. South Korea
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Indian Men's Hockey team lifted the Under-18 Asia Cup for the third time, thrashing hosts Japan 4-1 in the final.[reference:75]
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