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 #61 Report Error
The Union Budget 2026–27 made no allocation for which strategic overseas port project of India?
A. Gwadar Port
B. Chabahar Port
C. Sittwe Port
D. Hambantota Port

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Union Budget 2026–27 made no allocation for the Sittwe Port project in Myanmar, which was earlier funded with ₹400 crore.

Question #62 Report Error
In Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a cultural event of which community?
A. Dimasa
B. Mising
C. Karbi
D. Bodo

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a cultural event of the Bodo community in Assam.

Question #63 Report Error
What does VDA stand for in the context of India's tightening regulation of crypto transactions?
A. Voluntary Disclosure Agreement
B. Virtual Digital Asset
C. Verified Digital Account
D. Variable Deposit Account

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
VDA stands for Virtual Digital Asset.

Question #64 Report Error
What does V2V stand for in the context of India's road safety technology?
A. Vehicle to Vehicle
B. Voice to Vehicle
C. Virtual to Virtual
D. Video to Vehicle

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
V2V stands for Vehicle to Vehicle communication technology.

Question #65 Report Error
Which company owns both Zomato and Blinkit?
A. One97 Communications
B. Flipkart
C. InfoEdge
D. Eternal

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Eternal is the company that owns both Zomato and Blinkit.

Question #66 Report Error
Which country's Prime Minister warned that a certain move would effectively signal the end of NATO?
A. Denmark
B. Germany
C. Netherlands
D. France

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned that a certain move would effectively signal the end of NATO.

Question #67 Report Error
The Enforcement Directorate sent a fresh extradition request to the UAE regarding which app co-founder?
A. Ravi Jain
B. Sourabh Chandrakar
C. Vikram Singh
D. Amit Kumar

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Enforcement Directorate sent a fresh extradition request to the UAE regarding Mahadev app co-founder Sourabh Chandrakar.

Question #68 Report Error
Which of the following statements about the Gaganyaan Mission is correct?
A. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of three astronauts to a Low Earth Orbit of 400 km for a 3-day mission
B. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of five astronauts
C. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of two astronauts to a geostationary orbit
D. The mission will land on the Moon

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The Gaganyaan spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of three astronauts to a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) of 400 km for a 3-day mission.

Question #69 Report Error
What was the theme of World Health Day 2026?
A. Mental Health Matters
B. Health for All
C. One Health
D. Universal Health Coverage

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The theme of World Health Day 2026 was 'One Health'.

Question #70 Report Error
Who became the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar on 15 April 2026?
A. Nitish Kumar
B. Samrat Chaudhary
C. Vijay Kumar Sinha
D. Sushil Kumar Modi

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Samrat Chaudhary became the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar on 15 April 2026.

Question #71 Report Error
The National Civil Services Day is celebrated annually on which date?
A. April 20
B. April 23
C. April 21
D. April 22

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The National Civil Services Day is celebrated annually on April 21 to recognize the contribution of civil servants to the nation's growth.

Question #72 Report Error
India's ranking in the World Press Freedom Index 2026 was:
A. 170th
B. 145th
C. 159th
D. 120th

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
India ranked 159th in the World Press Freedom Index 2026.

Question #73 Report Error
Which city topped the list of most polluted cities globally with an AQI of 208 according to a May 2026 report?
A. Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Beijing
D. Lahore

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Delhi topped the list of most polluted cities globally with an AQI of 208 according to a May 2026 report.

Question #74 Report Error
Who was the key bowler for RCB in the IPL 2026 final match?
A. Karn Sharma
B. Mohammed Siraj
C. Josh Hazlewood
D. Wanindu Hasaranga

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Karn Sharma was the key bowler for RCB in the IPL 2026 final match, taking the highest number of wickets.

Question #75 Report Error
Which country won the Men's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey 2026?
A. India
B. South Korea
C. Pakistan
D. Malaysia

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
India won the Men's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey 2026.

Question #76 Report Error
The 'Singapore Open' 2026 was won by which pair?
A. Lee Yang and Wang Chi-lin
B. Parupalli Kashyap and Ajay Jayaram
C. Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo and Marcus Fernaldi Gideon
D. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Singapore Open 2026.

Question #77 Report Error
The Unified Health Interface (UHI) is a digital health initiative under which framework?
A. eSanjeevani
B. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
C. PM-JAY
D. National Digital Health Mission

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Unified Health Interface (UHI) is a digital health initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.

Question #78 Report Error
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS)?
A. Head of all army operations
B. Second-in-command of the Indian Army, assisting the COAS
C. Head of the Army's training command
D. Chief of the Army's strategic forces

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) is the second-in-command of the Indian Army, assisting the Chief of the Army Staff.

Question #79 Report Error
Which of the following statements about the National Stock Exchange (NSE) is correct?
A. NSE is India's largest stock exchange by market capitalization
B. NSE was established in the 1980s
C. NSE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SEBI
D. NSE only trades in equity shares

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is India's largest stock exchange by market capitalization.

Question #80 Report Error
Which of the following is correct regarding the role of Public Information Officers (PIOs) under the RTI Act?
A. Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint PIOs
B. PIOs are not required to respond to RTI applications
C. PIOs are appointed only at the central government level
D. PIOs are appointed by the President

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint Public Information Officers (PIOs) to handle RTI applications.