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.
Question #161
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Which insect species became the first in the world to be granted legal rights by a country in January 2026?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Amazonian stingless bees became the first insects in the world to be granted legal rights by a country in January 2026.[reference:87]
Amazonian stingless bees became the first insects in the world to be granted legal rights by a country in January 2026.[reference:87]
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Question #162
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The 'Bharat Taxi' service was launched by Union Home Minister Amit Shah from which city?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi for Gujarat from Gandhinagar.[reference:88]
Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched Bharat Taxi for Gujarat from Gandhinagar.[reference:88]
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Question #163
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The first phase of 2026 Char Dham Helicopter Operations concluded successfully under which ministry?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The first phase of 2026 Char Dham Helicopter Operations concluded successfully under the Ministry of Home Affairs.[reference:89]
The first phase of 2026 Char Dham Helicopter Operations concluded successfully under the Ministry of Home Affairs.[reference:89]
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Question #164
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Which of the following countries will host the 2026 Winter Olympics?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Italy will host the 2026 Winter Olympics.[reference:90]
Italy will host the 2026 Winter Olympics.[reference:90]
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Question #165
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The Grammy Awards 2026 were held in which city?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
The Grammy Awards 2026 were held in Los Angeles.[reference:91]
The Grammy Awards 2026 were held in Los Angeles.[reference:91]
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Question #166
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The UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) is a treaty body established under which international covenant?
Correct Answer: Option A
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The UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) is a treaty body established under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR).[reference:92]
The UN Committee on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (CESCR) is a treaty body established under the International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights (ICESCR).[reference:92]
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Question #167
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India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will enter into force on which date in 2026?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will enter into force on 15 July 2026.
Prime Minister Narendra Modi announced that the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will enter into force on 15 July 2026.
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Question #168
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Prime Minister Narendra Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were together at which summit when the India-UK trade agreement was announced?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Both Prime Minister Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were in Evian for the G7 Summit when the agreement was announced.
Both Prime Minister Modi and UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer were in Evian for the G7 Summit when the agreement was announced.
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Question #169
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According to Prime Minister Modi, the India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement will contribute meaningfully to the realisation of which national goal?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
PM Modi stated that the agreement will contribute meaningfully to the realisation of Viksit Bharat 2047.
PM Modi stated that the agreement will contribute meaningfully to the realisation of Viksit Bharat 2047.
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Question #170
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India and EU signed a Free Trade Agreement on which date in 2026?
Correct Answer: Option D
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India and EU signed the Free Trade Agreement on 26 January 2026, as announced by PM Modi at the 16th India-EU Summit.
India and EU signed the Free Trade Agreement on 26 January 2026, as announced by PM Modi at the 16th India-EU Summit.
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Question #171
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The 16th India-EU Summit achieved how many historic outcomes including the FTA?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
The 16th India-EU Summit achieved 13 historic outcomes including the Free Trade Agreement, Security and Defence Partnership, and Mobility Framework.
The 16th India-EU Summit achieved 13 historic outcomes including the Free Trade Agreement, Security and Defence Partnership, and Mobility Framework.
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Question #172
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Which Japanese Prime Minister visited India for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit in July 2026?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited India from 1-3 July 2026 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.
Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi visited India from 1-3 July 2026 for the 16th India-Japan Annual Summit.
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Question #173
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During the 16th India-Japan Summit, PM Modi and PM Takaichi referred to each other as:
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
PM Modi referred to PM Takaichi as 'sister' and she referred to him as 'brother' during the joint press conference.
PM Modi referred to PM Takaichi as 'sister' and she referred to him as 'brother' during the joint press conference.
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Question #174
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India and Japan announced their first-ever defence co-development project in July 2026. What is the name of this project?
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
India and Japan announced their first co-development project involving the Naval Radio Antenna 'UNICORN'.
India and Japan announced their first co-development project involving the Naval Radio Antenna 'UNICORN'.
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Question #175
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The 1st India-Japan Strategic AI Dialogue was held in which city in April 2026?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
The 1st India-Japan Strategic AI Dialogue was held in Mumbai on April 21, 2026.
The 1st India-Japan Strategic AI Dialogue was held in Mumbai on April 21, 2026.
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Question #176
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The Japan-India Biogas Initiative, launched in July 2026, aims to support construction of how many biogas and organic fertilizer plants in India?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
India and Japan launched the Japan-India Biogas Initiative (CBG) to support construction of 1,000 biogas and organic fertilizer plants in India.
India and Japan launched the Japan-India Biogas Initiative (CBG) to support construction of 1,000 biogas and organic fertilizer plants in India.
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Question #177
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India and Japan signed an MoC on batteries to build trusted and resilient supply chains for which sector?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
India and Japan signed an MoC on batteries to build trusted and resilient battery supply chains.
India and Japan signed an MoC on batteries to build trusted and resilient battery supply chains.
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Question #178
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India and Japan agreed to modernise which existing economic agreement?
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation:
Both leaders agreed to modernise the India-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Both leaders agreed to modernise the India-Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
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Question #179
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India's first privately developed orbital launch vehicle, Vikram-1, is set for its maiden test flight with a launch window starting from which date?
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation:
Skyroot Aerospace announced a launch window for Vikram-1 between July 12 and August 4, 2026.
Skyroot Aerospace announced a launch window for Vikram-1 between July 12 and August 4, 2026.
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Question #180
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Vikram-1, India's first private orbital rocket, has been developed by which company?
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation:
Vikram-1 has been developed by Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace.
Vikram-1 has been developed by Hyderabad-based Skyroot Aerospace.
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