Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 MCQs
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Question #101
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Which of the following statements about the Indore Declaration, adopted under India's BRICS Presidency 2026, is/are correct? (1) It seeks to promote food security, climate-resilient agriculture, digital innovation, and farmers' rights. (2) It calls for strengthening the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform as a 'Knowledge-to-Action (Lab-to-Land) Hub.' (3) It proposes the establishment of a BRICS Grain Exchange. (4) It launched the BRICS Network on Agro-Ecology & Regenerative Agriculture.
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
All statements are correct. The Indore Declaration presents a farmer-centric roadmap focusing on food security, climate resilience, digital agriculture, and seed sovereignty. It calls for strengthening the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform as a 'Knowledge-to-Action (Lab-to-Land) Hub,' advances discussions on the creation of a BRICS Grain Exchange, and launched the BRICS Network on Agro-Ecology & Regenerative Agriculture and the Global Forum on Farmers' Rights in Seed Systems.[reference:22]
All statements are correct. The Indore Declaration presents a farmer-centric roadmap focusing on food security, climate resilience, digital agriculture, and seed sovereignty. It calls for strengthening the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform as a 'Knowledge-to-Action (Lab-to-Land) Hub,' advances discussions on the creation of a BRICS Grain Exchange, and launched the BRICS Network on Agro-Ecology & Regenerative Agriculture and the Global Forum on Farmers' Rights in Seed Systems.[reference:22]
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Question #102
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India launched which operation to safeguard energy routes via the Strait of Hormuz?
Correct Answer: Option A
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India launched Operation Urja Suraksha to protect energy shipping routes via the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe transit of energy cargo from the Persian Gulf.[reference:23]
India launched Operation Urja Suraksha to protect energy shipping routes via the Strait of Hormuz, ensuring safe transit of energy cargo from the Persian Gulf.[reference:23]
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Question #103
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'Nivesh Mitra 3.0' was launched in which state?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
'Nivesh Mitra 3.0' was launched in Uttar Pradesh.[reference:25]
'Nivesh Mitra 3.0' was launched in Uttar Pradesh.[reference:25]
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Question #104
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Which of the following states has approved an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI-ML) Policy in January 2026?
Correct Answer: Option B
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Karnataka approved an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI-ML) Policy in January 2026.[reference:29]
Karnataka approved an Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI-ML) Policy in January 2026.[reference:29]
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Question #105
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Which country became the 21st member of the Eurozone on 1 January 2026?
Correct Answer: Option D
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Bulgaria became the 21st member of the Eurozone on 1 January 2026 and adopted the Euro as its official currency.[reference:30]
Bulgaria became the 21st member of the Eurozone on 1 January 2026 and adopted the Euro as its official currency.[reference:30]
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Question #106
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The 7th edition of 'Dharma Guardian' military exercise was conducted between India and which country?
Correct Answer: Option D
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The 7th edition of 'Dharma Guardian' military exercise was conducted between India and Japan.[reference:31]
The 7th edition of 'Dharma Guardian' military exercise was conducted between India and Japan.[reference:31]
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Question #107
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Who launched the nationwide youth-centric initiative 'MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026'?
Correct Answer: Option C
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Nirmala Sitharaman launched the nationwide youth-centric initiative 'MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026'.[reference:32]
Nirmala Sitharaman launched the nationwide youth-centric initiative 'MY Bharat Budget Quest 2026'.[reference:32]
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Question #108
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Which state has become the first in India to constitute its 8th State Pay Commission?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Bihar became the first state in India to constitute its 8th State Pay Commission.[reference:33]
Bihar became the first state in India to constitute its 8th State Pay Commission.[reference:33]
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Question #109
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According to the Ministry of Agriculture, India has surpassed which country to become the world's largest rice producer?
Correct Answer: Option A
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According to the Ministry of Agriculture, India has surpassed China to become the world's largest rice producer.[reference:34]
According to the Ministry of Agriculture, India has surpassed China to become the world's largest rice producer.[reference:34]
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Question #110
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Which state has the highest number of recognized startups as of March 2026 under the Startup India initiative?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Maharashtra has the highest number of recognized startups as of March 2026 under the Startup India initiative.[reference:35]
Maharashtra has the highest number of recognized startups as of March 2026 under the Startup India initiative.[reference:35]
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Question #111
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Which state government approved the Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) scheme?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The Maharashtra state government approved the Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) scheme.
The Maharashtra state government approved the Building and Management of Aviation Assets and Network (B-MAAN) scheme.
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Question #112
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According to the 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), how did South Asia's peacefulness change?
Correct Answer: Option B
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According to the 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), South Asia recorded an improvement in peacefulness, with India improving its ranking compared to the previous year.
According to the 2026 Global Peace Index (GPI), South Asia recorded an improvement in peacefulness, with India improving its ranking compared to the previous year.
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Question #113
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India and Japan signed their first co-development project for military hardware in July 2026. What is the name of this project?
Correct Answer: Option A
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India and Japan signed their first co-development project for the Unified Complex Radio Antenna (UNICORN) during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026.[reference:41]
India and Japan signed their first co-development project for the Unified Complex Radio Antenna (UNICORN) during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026.[reference:41]
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Question #114
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During the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026, how many major agreements were unveiled between the two countries?
Correct Answer: Option B
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India and Japan unveiled 16 major agreements spanning artificial intelligence, economic security, defence, clean energy, critical technologies and scientific research during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.[reference:42]
India and Japan unveiled 16 major agreements spanning artificial intelligence, economic security, defence, clean energy, critical technologies and scientific research during the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.[reference:42]
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Question #115
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The 'Viksit Bharat' national goal aims to make India a developed nation by which year?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Prime Minister Modi launched Viksit Bharat, a national goal to make India a developed nation by 2047.[reference:43]
Prime Minister Modi launched Viksit Bharat, a national goal to make India a developed nation by 2047.[reference:43]
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Question #116
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Which of the following was launched as a joint initiative between India and Japan in 2026?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Japan-India AI Cooperation Initiative was launched in 2026 along with the 1st India-Japan Strategic AI Dialogue held in Mumbai.[reference:44]
The Japan-India AI Cooperation Initiative was launched in 2026 along with the 1st India-Japan Strategic AI Dialogue held in Mumbai.[reference:44]
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Question #117
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated which semiconductor facility in Sanand, Gujarat in July 2026?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test facility in Sanand, Gujarat.[reference:45]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the CG Semi Outsourced Semiconductor Assembly and Test facility in Sanand, Gujarat.[reference:45]
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Question #118
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Which country's Prime Minister visited India from 1-3 July 2026 for the Annual Summit?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited India from 1-3 July 2026 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.[reference:46]
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited India from 1-3 July 2026 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.[reference:46]
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Question #119
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The Japan-India Biogas Initiative was launched in July 2026 as part of cooperation in which sector?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
India and Japan launched the Japan-India Biogas Initiative as part of their cooperation in the energy sector.[reference:47]
India and Japan launched the Japan-India Biogas Initiative as part of their cooperation in the energy sector.[reference:47]
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Question #120
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Which of the following agreements was signed between India and Japan in July 2026 regarding supply chains?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
India and Japan signed an MoC on batteries to build trusted and resilient battery supply chains.[reference:48]
India and Japan signed an MoC on batteries to build trusted and resilient battery supply chains.[reference:48]
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