April 2026 Current Affairs MCQ — All Questions & Answers

Q1.The 33rd edition of 'Energy Statistics India 2026' was released by which organization?

Q2.Which renewable energy source currently contributes the largest share to India’s total potential, according to recent stats?

Q3.How much has the credit flow to India's energy sector increased from 2021 to 2025?

Q4.The Electronics Components Manufacturing Scheme (ECMS) is being implemented under which ministry?

Q5.Under the PM E-DRIVE scheme, what is the maximum subsidy incentive per vehicle for electric two-wheelers?

Q6.The AI translation tool 'Anuvadini,' which CCRAS will use for Ayurveda research, was originally developed by which body?

Q7.What is the primary focus of the new B.Sc. program launched by the Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya in collaboration with the DGCA?

Q8.The newly contracted Mountain Radar systems for the IAF were designed by which DRDO facility?

Q9.What is the new extended deadline for commissioning projects under the PM KUSUM scheme?

Q10.Which of these Small Savings Schemes currently offers an interest rate of 7.1%?

Q11.RBI has revised its Capital Market Exposure (CME) framework. What is the new limit for IPO-related loans for individuals?

Q12.Under the new IRDAI mandate, by when must all insurers adopt Indian Accounting Standards (Ind AS)?

Q13.RBI penalized Airtel Payments Bank for non-compliance with rules regarding which specific regulatory requirement?

Q14.The warship 'Dunagiri' delivered by GRSE belongs to which class of stealth frigates?

Q15.Who was the first Surinamese President to take his oath of office in Sanskrit?

Q16.The MoU between SCAP and CSIR-NIScPR aims to bolster what primary objective in Andhra Pradesh?

Q17.How much monthly financial assistance are Scheduled Caste (SC) women entitled to under Punjab’s 'Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojana'?

Q18.Which institution merged with NISCAIR to form the current CSIR-NIScPR?

Q19.Under which act did the RBI penalize Airtel Payments Bank?

Q20.The KVP (Kisan Vikas Patra) scheme allows an investor to double their money in how many months at current interest rates?

Q1.PM Modi inaugurated the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gandhinagar to highlight the legacy of which belief system?

Q2.Which major industrial project in Sanand recently signaled the start of India’s commercial semiconductor manufacturing?

Q3.The National PNG Drive 2.0 has been extended by the government until which date?

Q4.What is the primary function of the newly launched 'Nyaya Setu' AI chatbot?

Q5.Who developed the 'Nyaya Setu' platform introduced during the DISHA programme?

Q6.At the WTO’s 14th Ministerial Conference held in Cameroon, which official headed the Indian delegation?

Q7.Which airport was ranked as the world's best in the 2026 Skytrax World Airport Awards?

Q8.Which Indian city’s airport holds the highest global ranking among domestic facilities, reaching 28th place in the 2026 Skytrax list?

Q9.Air India recently signed a codeshare agreement to enhance connectivity with which country?

Q10.Who was named the Asian Squash Federation (ASF) Men’s Player of the Year for 2025?

Q11.Which district of Tripura secured the first rank in the Best District Panchayat category under the NDPSVP 2025 awards?

Q12.The newly elected Prime Minister of Mongolia, Uchral Nyam-Osor, represents which political group?

Q13.Who has been appointed as the new Director General of the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA)?

Q14.IndiGo airlines has named whom as its future CEO, starting August 2026?

Q15.Which shipyard is responsible for constructing the INS Shachi and ICGS Achal?

Q16.Which of these is the defining feature of the transgender pride flag created by Monica Helms?

Q17.Andhra Pradesh launched a free electricity scheme targeting which specific occupational group?

Q18.The 'Nyaya Setu' platform is powered by which type of technological stack?

Q19.What is the primary objective of the 'Yaoundé Package' discussed at the WTO's MC14?

Q20.At the 2026 Skytrax awards, which Japanese airport took home the title for the world's cleanest major airport?

Q1.Which Mauryan emperor is historically credited for commissioning the Samrat Samprati Museum in Gujarat?

Q2.Regarding the Mauryan royal family's religious leanings, what do tradition and text suggest about Chandragupta Maurya?

Q3.Samprati, the grandson of Ashoka, is primarily associated with which of the following Jain traditions?

Q4.What primary argument does the Union government provide to justify the introduction of the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026?

Q5.Under the proposed FCRA Amendment Bill, what happens if an NGO's registration is permanently cancelled or fails to be renewed?

Q6.Why has the push for Piped Natural Gas (PNG) become a national priority for the Indian government?

Q7.Which of the following describes a key operational difference between LPG and PNG?

Q8.In the context of the FCRA Amendment, what special provision protects places of worship?

Q9.Samprati is often depicted in Jain texts as converting to the faith under the guidance of which monk?

Q10.What is the primary concern raised by opposition parties regarding the FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026?

Q11.Which of these regions is cited as an area where Samprati's efforts were influential in spreading Jainism?

Q12.How does the current government's policy shift on 'dual connections' affect residential fuel users?

Q13.The FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) was initially introduced in which year to regulate foreign funding?

Q14.Why is the Strait of Hormuz mentioned in the context of India's current natural gas policy?

Q15.What is the primary constraint currently hindering the rapid expansion of PNG infrastructure in India?

Q16.In the narrative of Samprati, what did he supposedly build on a massive scale alongside temples?

Q17.The political heat surrounding the FCRA Amendment Bill is especially high in Kerala because...

Q18.What does the term 'Just-in-Time' refer to regarding India’s current LNG system?

Q19.Which of the following is an environmental benefit attributed to PNG?

Q20.Besides 'Sampratikatha', which historical text mentions Samprati's life and royal activities?

Q1.Which specific goal does the 'Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah 2026' primarily aim to achieve for Indian civil servants?

Q2.Regarding the newly launched 'Kar Saathi' portal, what is its main function for taxpayers?

Q3.What is the primary objective of the integration between UIDAI and MapmyIndia on the Mappls application?

Q4.What is the key focus of the newly established Microsoft AI Skill Center at Chandigarh University?

Q5.What makes the NEGEV 7.62×51 LMGs recently delivered to India particularly notable for the domestic defense sector?

Q6.The IRDAI designates certain entities as D-SIIs. What is the defining trait of a company tagged this way?

Q7.What is the primary utility of the newly proposed natural gas derivatives in the Indian energy market?

Q8.The President's Police Colour is regarded as which type of honor for a state police force?

Q9.Who was recently elected to lead Myanmar as its President by the national legislature?

Q10.Which official has assumed the additional role of Chairman and Managing Director at SAIL?

Q11.Which officer has been appointed as the new CMD of the Power Grid Corporation of India?

Q12.What class of warship is the newly commissioned INS Taragiri?

Q13.What is the primary focus of the partnership between NSIL and Dhruva Space?

Q14.What significant sporting transition occurred with the South African cricketer Rassie van der Dussen in 2026?

Q15.International Children’s Book Day marks the birth anniversary of which influential literary figure?

Q16.The Capacity Building Commission (CBC) is the body responsible for organizing which initiative?

Q17.What does the abbreviation 'TBTF' stand for, commonly used in the context of organizations like D-SIIs?

Q18.Which of the following is NOT one of the initiatives launched alongside 'Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah'?

Q19.What is the significance of the 2026 ICBD theme, 'Plant stories and the world will bloom'?

Q20.What is the core function of the Peer Assessment Framework launched during the 'Karmayogi Sadhana Saptah'?

Q1.Regarding the recent IBC amendments, what is the primary purpose behind enabling Creditor-initiated Insolvency Resolution Process (CIIRP)?

Q2.Which threshold of financial creditor agreement is now required to initiate the new out-of-court insolvency process?

Q3.In the context of the recent High Court ruling, what constitutional distinction exists regarding government employee promotions?

Q4.Which of the following describes the recent shift in penalties under the updated Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code?

Q5.How does the induction of INS Aridhaman influence India's 'No First Use' nuclear policy?

Q6.When considering the judicial interpretation of the right to promotion, which of the following is true?

Q7.What technological upgrade makes INS Aridhaman a more potent asset compared to its predecessors?

Q8.The National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT) faces which specific mandate under the new IBC amendments regarding insolvency applications?

Q9.What is the primary function of a nuclear-powered submarine within India’s 'Nuclear Triad'?

Q10.Why did the High Court direct a 'notional promotion' in the case of the junior engineer mentioned in the news?

Q11.Under the new framework, which of the following is specifically prohibited to avoid conflicts of interest?

Q12.How does India's submarine fleet current status compare to international standards?

Q13.What does the introduction of 'cross-border insolvency' in the IBC primarily aim to achieve?

Q14.Which judicial body or principle was cited to highlight that 'promotion' itself is not an absolute right?

Q15.Which of the following is true about the status of India’s submarine capability as of late 2025?

Q16.What is the expected benefit of introducing group insolvency mechanisms?

Q17.How often does the court suggest DPCs should be held to uphold the constitutional rights of employees?

Q18.Why is the 83 MW pressurised light-water reactor significant for the Aridhaman-class submarines?

Q19.According to the text, what has been the recovery outcome for financial creditors under the IBC since 2016?

Q20.What does the Project-75I deal primarily entail for the Indian Navy?

Q1.Which specific collaboration was initiated to modernize India's maritime industry by focusing on research and professional talent?

Q2.Which official status was recently conferred upon the NCERT to empower its academic autonomy and research capabilities?

Q3.Which Ministry supervised the release of a commemorative stamp honoring the 75-year milestone of PTC Saharanpur?

Q4.The SAMPANN platform, recently adopted by Goa and the Cochin Port Authority, is essentially a digital solution for what purpose?

Q5.The BIRAC-BioNEST Incubation Centre was inaugurated at which prominent research campus in Karnataka?

Q6.In its recent borrowing plan, the RBI introduced a 'Benchmark Issuance Strategy' (BIS) on a pilot basis. Which of the following is a primary objective of this strategy?

Q7.Recent RBI data indicated that the CASA ratio has touched a 2-year low. What does 'CASA' primarily measure in banking terms?

Q8.Which specific ballistic missile submarine was commissioned by the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam?

Q9.What was the primary setting for ISRO's 'Mission MITRA' exercise involving Gaganyaan astronaut-designates?

Q10.Which state emerged as the overall champion at the inaugural Khelo India Tribal Games 2026?

Q11.The Army Medical Corps (AMC) recently celebrated its 262nd Raising Day. In what year was its predecessor organization, the Indian Medical Service, originally established?

Q12.What is the theme for the 2026 International Day for Mine Awareness and Assistance in Mine Action?

Q13.Which international body initiated the proposal for the International Day of Conscience, later adopted by the UN?

Q14.What is the significance of the 70% indigenous content feature in INS Aridhaman?

Q15.Which specific constituent institution of NCERT is located in Mysuru?

Q16.The 'Benchmark Issuance Strategy' involves a pilot program. How many states are participating in this RBI-led initiative?

Q17.Apart from formal medal events, what were the two 'demonstration' sports featured at the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026?

Q18.When observing the 262nd Raising Day of the Army Medical Corps, the walkathon was themed around which concept?

Q19.Regarding the recent deposit trends reported by the RBI, which instrument saw a record issuance of Rs 15.5 lakh crore in FY26?

Q20.What is the primary operational aim of the BIRAC-BioNEST facility in Karnataka?

Q1.Which specific location in New Delhi served as the host venue for the Bharat Tribes Fest (BTF) 2026?

Q2.The 'RISA: Timeless Tribal' brand was unveiled at BTF 2026 to focus on which sector?

Q3.What is the primary change introduced in the TRP 2026 policy regarding 'viewership' measurement?

Q4.Under the new TRP 2026 guidelines, what requirement must TV rating agencies meet regarding their board composition?

Q5.The 'Administrative Capacity Building' programme for scientists was launched under which government initiative?

Q6.Which two organizations signed an MoU to boost global partnerships in AI and public sector innovation during the recent Science & Technology session?

Q7.Which institutional mechanism, co-chaired by Dr. S. Jaishankar, facilitates the strategic economic and cultural dialogue between India and Russia?

Q8.Which college in Telangana has been designated by NITI Aayog to support ATLs as a nodal institution?

Q9.Moody’s lowered India’s FY27 GDP growth forecast to 6%. What was their previous estimate for this period?

Q10.Who was appointed as the International Event Ambassador for the 18th edition of the TCS World 10K Bengaluru?

Q11.The updated autobiography 'A Road Well Travelled' was authored by which former Indian official?

Q12.The National Maritime Day (NMD) 2026, observed on April 5, marks which anniversary of this event?

Q13.What is the primary objective of the 'Prevention of Blindness Week', observed in the first week of April?

Q14.The International Day of Sport for Development and Peace is observed on April 6 to mark what significant global milestone?

Q15.Which ministry oversees the 'National Maritime Day' celebrations in India?

Q16.What percentage of the board must be independent directors under the new TRP 2026 policy?

Q17.Which of these is NOT one of the 10 categories for which tribal artisans and sellers were honored at the Bharat Tribes Fest 2026?

Q18.Regarding the new TRP guidelines, what has been the change in the minimum net-worth requirement for a TV rating agency?

Q19.Under the ‘RISA: Timeless Tribal’ project, how many clusters are included in the first phase?

Q20.What is the theme for the 2026 National Maritime Day observed in India?

Q1.The 'Market for Textiles and Clothing' survey recently released by the Ministry of Textiles was conducted by which entity?

Q2.Which institution has rolled out the inaugural Annual Survey of Incorporated Services Sector Enterprises (ASISSE) starting in April 2026?

Q3.The AP Reorganisation (Amendment) Act, 2026, officially designated which city as the exclusive capital of Andhra Pradesh?

Q4.India's first indigenously developed Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) has achieved criticality at which location?

Q5.In the recently released Indian Army 'Technology Roadmap for UAS and Loitering Munitions', the strategy is structured into how many distinct segments?

Q6.Which of the following energy sources saw a record-breaking addition of 6.05 GW to India's installed capacity during FY26?

Q7.Bajaj Alternate Investment Management received SEBI approval to provide which financial service?

Q8.Under which legal provision did the RBI cancel the licence of Shirpur Merchants’ Co-operative Bank Limited?

Q9.What is Morgan Stanley’s projected real GDP growth forecast for India in FY27?

Q10.Who recently achieved the milestone of becoming the first Indian woman to cycle to the Mount Everest Base Camp?

Q11.Jindal Stainless Limited has signed which individual as its inaugural brand ambassador to boost its market presence?

Q12.The 'International Day of Reflection on the 1994 Genocide against the Tutsi in Rwanda' is observed globally on which date?

Q13.What is the theme for World Health Day 2026?

Q14.Which organization manages the development and operation of India's indigenous Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR)?

Q15.The Annual Survey of Incorporated Services Sector Enterprises (ASISSE) uses which database for its methodology?

Q16.What primary fuel does the PFBR at Kalpakkam utilize for its operations?

Q17.Which Indian state led the wind power installation record in FY26?

Q18.Why did Morgan Stanley increase its projection for India’s Current Account Deficit (CAD) for FY27?

Q19.What is the primary objective of the Indian Army's new Technology Roadmap for UAS?

Q20.Which country does India aim to join as the only other nation to operate a commercial Fast Breeder Reactor?

Q1.Which specific goal does the PLISFPI prioritize regarding the manufacturing segment of food products?

Q2.Regarding the Shellear fish (Parakneria thysi), what anatomical features allow it to successfully climb the Luvilombo Falls?

Q3.In the context of Uttarakhand's forest biodiversity, which tree species is categorized as a dominant 'climax' species within the moist temperate forests?

Q4.What is the primary migration behavior observed in the Sanderling (Calidris alba)?

Q5.The Umred–Pauni–Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary serves as a vital ecological corridor by connecting which major wildlife destination?

Q6.Which loan category under the Pradhan Mantri Mudra Yojana covers requirements above Rs. 10 lakh and up to Rs. 20 lakh?

Q7.Angola is geographically notable for its proximity to which major natural oceanic phenomenon that influences its climate?

Q8.The Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI) holds the power to fix and revise which crucial aspect of the industry?

Q9.Which of the following defines the primary mission of INS Sunayna, an offshore patrol vessel?

Q10.What is the core focus of the 8th edition of Poshan Pakhwada 2026?

Q11.Under the PLISFPI, which type of entity is specifically targeted to boost innovation in products?

Q12.Which major river flows through the Congo Basin where the Shellear fish is found?

Q13.What is a major reason why the Uttarakhand High Court is taking a protective stance over Oak trees?

Q14.The term 'Sanderling' historically translates to which meaning related to its habitat or behaviour?

Q15.Which geographic features define the location of the Umred–Pauni–Karhandla Wildlife Sanctuary?

Q16.MUDRA stands for which of the following?

Q17.Which of these is a prominent natural feature found in Angola?

Q18.Which body holds the appellate authority to resolve disputes regarding TRAI orders?

Q19.What is the propulsion capacity of INS Sunayna?

Q20.What is the key objective of the Jan Andolan component of Poshan Pakhwada?

Q1.The newly approved Kalai-II Hydro Electric Project, recently greenlit by the CCEA, is situated on which major river in Arunachal Pradesh?

Q2.Which Ministry oversees the Department of Fertilizers, which recently had its NBS rates for Kharif 2026 approved by the Union Cabinet?

Q3.The Skills Outcomes Fund (SOF) was initiated by which Union Minister to support youth livelihoods from low-income backgrounds?

Q4.According to the NITI Aayog report, ‘From Borrowers to Builders’, what percentage of total system credit is currently held by women in India?

Q5.Which of the following bodies did India officially withdraw its candidacy to host for the year 2028?

Q6.Union MoS Dr. Jitendra Singh announced the setting up of a Seismological Observatory in Kishtwar. In which Union Territory is this located?

Q7.Which industry association launched the ‘Aluminium Bharat’ initiative to strengthen domestic manufacturing capabilities?

Q8.NTPC Limited has signed an agreement with Électricité de France (EDF) to explore collaboration in which specific energy sector?

Q9.Which program is being intensified by ICAR to improve agricultural reach through Krishi Vigyan Kendras (KVKs)?

Q10.Preeti Saran has been re-elected to which United Nations body, marking a win for Indian representation in human rights advocacy?

Q11.In the April 2026 Monetary Policy Committee meeting, what was the status of the Repo Rate maintained by the RBI?

Q12.The World Bank’s recent report on South Asia projected India's GDP growth for FY27 at which of the following figures?

Q13.Who was recently appointed as the new Chairperson of the Nasscom Foundation?

Q14.Jim Whittaker, who recently passed away, holds the historic distinction of being the first American to reach the summit of:

Q15.CRPF Valour Day is observed on April 9th to honor the bravery shown during which historical battle?

Q16.Puducherry's Election Commission introduced which humanoid robot to welcome voters at polling booths?

Q17.The Kamala Hydro Electric Project, spanning multiple districts in Arunachal Pradesh, will help generate approximately how much power?

Q18.India's GDP growth in FY26 is expected to be driven by which key factors, as noted in recent economic reports?

Q19.The newly elected Commission on Science and Technology for Development (CSTD) by India at the UN has a term covering which years?

Q20.What is the primary objective of using 'blended finance' in the newly initiated Skills Outcomes Fund?

Q1.Which specific Ministry supervises the National Scheduled Tribes Finance and Development Corporation?

Q2.Regarding the recently identified 'Fimbristylis wayanadensis', which statement is true?

Q3.What is the primary industrial function of the 'Bayer Process' in metallurgy?

Q4.What sets the Skills Outcomes Fund apart from previous government skilling initiatives?

Q5.Which major river forms a natural border for the Indravati Tiger Reserve?

Q6.What is the significance of the Bosporus and Dardanelles straits for Turkiye?

Q7.India holds a significant place in the Commonwealth Parliamentary Association (CPA) structure; which of the following is correct?

Q8.The Indian Council for Cultural Relations (ICCR) was established by which influential figure?

Q9.Why has the IUCN categorized the Emperor Penguin as 'Endangered'?

Q10.What is a unique digital feature offered by Prasar Bharati’s 'WAVES' OTT platform?

Q11.How do board representatives of the NSTFDC ensure the organization's focus on Scheduled Tribes?

Q12.Which characteristic of Fimbristylis wayanadensis makes it unique compared to other plants?

Q13.Why is the energy-intensive nature of the Hall-Héroult process a key concern for the aluminium industry?

Q14.Which sector is NOT prioritized under the newly launched Skills Outcomes Fund's employer-led skilling model?

Q15.The Indravati Tiger Reserve provides critical habitat connectivity to which other protected area?

Q16.Where is the capital of Turkiye located?

Q17.How is the CPA India Region administratively divided to manage its 32 legislatures?

Q18.Which types of student scholarship schemes does the ICCR administer?

Q19.What behavior helps Emperor Penguins survive in the freezing Antarctic climate?

Q20.What is the primary statutory purpose of the Prasar Bharati body?

Q1.Why did India reconsider and eventually drop its plan to host COP33?

Q2.Which of these best describes India’s current climate stance in global negotiations?

Q3.The RBI's draft amendment regarding NBFC-UL classification aims to bring which entities under stricter oversight?

Q4.Under the proposed RBI methodology, what is the single, objective criterion for identifying an NBFC as an 'Upper Layer' (NBFC-UL) entity?

Q5.How did the Satyashodhak Samaj contribute to the social fabric of 19th-century India?

Q6.What primary issue did Jyotirao Phule highlight in his work 'Gulamgiri'?

Q7.India's recent stance on climate finance is primarily focused on enforcing which aspect of the Paris Agreement?

Q8.What is the expected function of the seventh assessment report (AR7) of the IPCC in relation to future climate summits?

Q9.Which layer of the SBR framework is considered a 'blank' layer meant for entities identified as posing extreme risks?

Q10.Why does India advocate for 'adaptation' to be given equal priority to 'mitigation' in global climate discussions?

Q11.Jyotirao Phule's early life and radical ideas were significantly shaped by which thinker?

Q12.The 'Tata Sons' episode regarding its NBFC status highlights which of the following challenges?

Q13.India's insistence on holding onto 'carbon space' reflects which policy priority?

Q14.What honorific title was conferred upon Jyotirao Phule by a public meeting in Pune in 1888?

Q15.What does the RBI's inclusion of State government guarantees as a credit risk transfer tool signify?

Q16.In the context of the SBR framework, what is the 'Upper Layer' (NBFC-UL) status duration once identified?

Q17.Savitribai Phule is celebrated in Indian history for her contributions to:

Q18.Why might the 'Global Stocktake' (GST) be a significant point of tension for a host nation during COP?

Q19.How did Phule's 'Shetkaryaca Asud' impact the agrarian movement?

Q20.What is the primary motivation behind the RBI’s drive for regulatory parity between public and private NBFCs?

Q1.Which specific category of beneficiaries received the majority share of loans disbursed under the Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana during its first 11 years?

Q2.Regarding the expansion of aviation infrastructure in Telangana, which central body is tasked with building the civilian terminal at the new Adilabad airport?

Q3.PFRDA has officially cleared which asset management company to operate as a sponsor for a pension fund within the National Pension System (NPS)?

Q4.What is the primary objective of the NHAI’s newly launched ‘Arogya Van’ initiative?

Q5.Which agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to refine fraud detection techniques and create red-flag indicators for cybercrimes?

Q6.In the joint military exercise 'Cyclone-IV', India's army personnel conducted training activities alongside which nation's armed forces?

Q7.According to the Tracxn report, which country surpassed India in total tech funding during the fiscal year 2026?

Q8.Which private sector bank recently onboarded the 'Banking Connect' platform to offer its customers direct access to over 4,800 merchants?

Q9.What is a standout feature of the newly launched 'SMART SAVE ACCOUNT' by CSB Bank?

Q10.Who was appointed as the new Chairman and Managing Director of Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL)?

Q11.What was the core purpose of the IADT-02 mission conducted by ISRO for the Gaganyaan program?

Q12.Which technology giant launched the 'Muse Spark' AI model, marking a significant entry of its superintelligence team into the chatbot arena?

Q13.Abu Hasem Khan Chowdhury, who passed away in April 2026, was a prominent political leader from which Indian state?

Q14.Following the passing of C.D. Gopinath, who now holds the title of India's oldest living Test cricketer?

Q15.What is the theme for the 2026 World Homeopathy Day?

Q16.Which hub is collaborating with Australia’s Deakin University to establish an AI-focused skill development center in Telangana?

Q17.The MUDRA Yojana scheme, which recently hit its 11-year milestone, was launched to provide collateral-free credit to which sector?

Q18.Which ministerial body officially approved the infrastructure development plans for the airports in Warangal and Adilabad?

Q19.Under the FIU-IND's operational guidelines, what is the primary role of this national agency?

Q20.What is the maximum interest rate currently offered on 'Sweep-in FDs' within the CSB 'SMART SAVE ACCOUNT'?

Q1.Regarding the efficiency of electric cooking, which of the following comparisons between induction and infrared cooktops is accurate based on current trends?

Q2.In a historic turn of events, the first high-level political meeting between the US and Iran since 1979 recently took place in which city?

Q3.A legal dispute regarding the construction of houses for the Sahariya tribe under PMAY-G has surfaced in which Indian state?

Q4.Following the Supreme Court’s 'Sriharan' ruling, which judicial bodies in India possess the authority to impose a life sentence without the possibility of remission?

Q5.How do infrared cooktops transmit heat to a vessel during the cooking process?

Q6.During the US-Iran talks, Tehran highlighted a specific maritime chokepoint as its most significant strategic leverage. Which one is it?

Q7.What is the mandatory quorum required for a Gram Sabha to conduct proceedings under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006?

Q8.The 'Rarest of Rare' doctrine, which dictates that the death penalty should only be awarded in exceptional cases, was established in which landmark judgement?

Q9.As households shift from LPG to electric cooking, what is the estimated peak-time demand increase that could strain local distribution networks?

Q10.In the failed Islamabad talks, Iran sought the release of frozen revenues worth approximately how much?

Q11.Which specific provision under the Forest Rights Act mandates an on-site physical verification of land claims by forest and revenue officials?

Q12.A household wanting to switch to induction cooking must ensure their utensils possess which specific physical property?

Q13.What is the status of Iran’s highly enriched uranium stockpile as mentioned in the recent negotiating framework?

Q14.The National Green Tribunal (NGT) recently held that certain tribal housing constructions were in violation of which environmental law?

Q15.Under Section 433A of the Code of Criminal Procedure, what is the standard duration after which a life sentence convict typically becomes eligible for remission consideration?

Q16.Which electronic mechanism is primarily responsible for the power quality issues and waveform distortion caused by infrared cooktops?

Q17.Tehran argues that its right to civilian uranium enrichment is protected under which international agreement?

Q18.In the context of the Forest Rights Act, which of these is a restriction placed on land titles distributed to forest dwellers?

Q19.What primary economic factor is currently driving India’s push for households to adopt electric cooking solutions?

Q20.What does the term 'Sriharan Vacuum' refer to in the context of Indian criminal sentencing?

Q1.The seventh edition of the joint military exercise 'DUSTLIK 2026' between India and Uzbekistan commenced in which region of Uzbekistan?

Q2.Which Indian Army regiment primarily contributed personnel to the Indian contingent for the 'DUSTLIK 2026' joint military exercise?

Q3.India's recent Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Myanmar for a school construction project in Nay Pyi Taw is a direct reflection of which Indian foreign policy framework?

Q4.Which Union Minister of State for External Affairs visited Myanmar to sign the MoU for a school project and attended the inauguration of Myanmar's new President?

Q5.The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) recently unveiled 'Utkarsh 2029', a medium-term strategy. What is its core aim?

Q6.Which specific project, part of RBI's 'Utkarsh 2029' strategy, is focused on modernizing India's currency management systems?

Q7.SEBI Chairman Tuhin Kanta Pandey recently launched three new IT platforms. Which of these platforms is designed to provide a transparent and paperless environment for quasi-judicial proceedings?

Q8.What is the primary function of Cyber-Sec Audit Compliance (C-SAC), one of the new IT platforms launched by SEBI?

Q9.Paytm recently introduced biometric authentication for UPI payments. What's a major convenience this offers users as per the new system?

Q10.As per NPCI guidelines mentioned with Paytm's new features, what is the maximum per-transaction limit for cardless ATM withdrawals using biometric UPI?

Q11.In its 'Asian Development Outlook April 2026', the Asian Development Bank (ADB) revised India's GDP growth forecast for FY27 upwards to what percentage?

Q12.According to the Asian Development Bank's report, what is the projected inflation rate for India in Financial Year 2026-27 (FY27), showing a significant increase from the previous year?

Q13.Which Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS) institute, under the Ministry of AYUSH, recently became the first to receive ISO 15189:2022 accreditation?

Q14.The ISO 15189:2022 standard, under which CARI Bengaluru received accreditation, is specifically tailored for which type of facility?

Q15.Who was recently re-elected for a sixth consecutive term as the President of Djibouti, following a constitutional amendment that removed the age limit for presidential candidates?

Q16.The Orion capsule that carried the crew of NASA's Artemis II lunar mission around the moon and back was given what distinct name?

Q17.The Artemis II lunar mission created history by achieving the first-ever ship-to-ship call between a human moon mission and which specific orbiting space facility?

Q18.The 22nd edition of the Senior Asian Wrestling Championships in 2026, where India secured 5th position with 17 medals, was held in which country?

Q19.Which nation finished at the top of the medal tally at the Asian Boxing Championships 2026, surpassing India who secured second place?

Q20.Legendary playback singer Asha Bhosle, a recipient of the Padma Vibhushan, was recognized by Guinness World Records in 2011 for what exceptional achievement in music?

Q1.Regarding the recently inaugurated Delhi–Dehradun Economic Corridor, what is the length of the wildlife elevated section which is considered one of Asia's longest?

Q2.Which national-level institution has been designated as the primary implementation agency for the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0?

Q3.On World Quantum Day 2026, which state government inaugurated India’s first open-access Quantum Reference Facility?

Q4.NITI Aayog's new reports on the 'Ease of Doing R&D' have identified specific pillars for improvement. How many key pillars do these reports outline?

Q5.The Department of Posts recently launched a philatelic exhibition at the Teen Murti Estate. What was the title of this exhibition?

Q6.In a bid to expand the National Career Service (NCS) portal, how many annual job opportunities does 'Porter' aim to generate via its recent MoU?

Q7.The Indian Army's Trishakti Corps recently launched a community radio station in Sikkim for border areas. What is the assigned frequency for this station?

Q8.An agreement was signed between the IAF and GE Aerospace to establish a depot facility for which specific engine model?

Q9.The 9th Indian Ocean Conference held in Mauritius focused on regional governance. What was the specific theme of the 2026 conference?

Q10.According to the Worldline Report 2025, by what percentage did the total number of UPI transactions grow compared to the previous year?

Q11.Which leading private sector bank in India partnered with Visa to launch a 'FIFA World Cup 2026' themed digital credit card?

Q12.In its April 2026 World Economic Outlook, the IMF marginally increased India's growth projection for FY27 to what percentage?

Q13.Iraq's Parliament recently elected a new President to succeed Abdul Latif Rashid. Who won the decisive second-round runoff?

Q14.Researchers recently discovered a new bent-toed gecko species in Assam. After which National Park was this species named?

Q15.At the 2026 Badminton Asia Championships, Ayush Shetty made history by becoming the first Indian in 61 years to reach the final. Who was the only Indian before him to achieve this?

Q16.Every year, April 12 is celebrated to commemorate the start of the space age. Whose historic flight in 1961 is this date dedicated to?

Q17.What is the official theme chosen by the Consortium for Street Children for the 2026 International Day for Street Children?

Q18.Vietnam's Vingroup has committed to a multi-sector investment pact with which Indian state to the tune of USD 6.5 billion?

Q19.To activate qubits in the Amaravati Quantum Reference Facility, the system must operate near what temperature?

Q20.Who was appointed as the chairperson of the Empowered Committee to monitor the implementation of the Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0?

Q1.Which specific goal does the Urban Challenge Fund (UCF) aim to support in terms of its long-term vision?

Q2.What is the primary objective of the Credit Repayment Guarantee Sub-Scheme (CRGSS) under the UCF?

Q3.Which category saw the highest number of patent filings in India during FY26, according to MoC&I data?

Q4.In the context of the ‘Samudra Sahas’ expedition, which military unit is celebrating its bicentenary?

Q5.What is the key technological focus of the ‘Boost Electric Jump Take-Off’ (BE-JTO) project?

Q6.Which of these is a key mechanism for the DoT and SEBI to curb investment fraud?

Q7.How many Indian nationals were featured in the 'TIME 100 Most Influential People 2026' list?

Q8.What is the official platform used by the Government of India for public competitions like the India-Germany 75th-anniversary logo design?

Q9.Which portal must NBFCs now use for submitting applications related to branch expansion as per the 2026 RBI norms?

Q10.What does the 'MyLIC' application offer to the insurance giant's policyholders?

Q11.Primary Dealers (PDs), like the one being established by Shriram Finance, primarily serve as intermediaries between whom?

Q12.Which tech-coding platform is being used by Razorpay in their partnership with OpenAI?

Q13.Which country was India's top trading partner in FY26?

Q14.Who was sworn in as the 24th Chief Minister of Bihar in April 2026?

Q15.What is the primary technological focus of the partnership between Infosys and Carlos Alcaraz?

Q16.Which nation topped the medal tally at the 2026 ISSF World Cup in Granada?

Q17.R. Vaishali, who won the 2026 FIDE Women’s Candidates Tournament, will challenge which player for the World Championship title?

Q18.Operation Meghdoot, commemorated every year on Siachen Day, was launched to secure which strategic region?

Q19.The Hunter Commission was established by the British in 1919 primarily to investigate which major historical incident?

Q20.The Andhra Pradesh government partnered with the National Remote Sensing Centre (NRSC) to tackle which specific weather-related hazard?

Q1.PM Narendra Modi's visit to the Adichunchanagiri Mutt in Karnataka featured a book release involving a veteran political leader. Who was the co-author/guest alongside the PM?

Q2.The newly notified chip fabrication plant in Dholera, Gujarat, will be managed by which industrial entity?

Q3.Which government ministry established the Artificial Intelligence Governance and Economic Group (AIGEG)?

Q4.Which official currently serves as the Chairperson of the newly formed AIGEG?

Q5.How many Members of Parliament (MPs) were nominated to the reconstituted Panel of Vice-Chairpersons of the Rajya Sabha?

Q6.Financial Intelligence Unit-India (FIU-IND) signed agreements with SEBI and PFRDA to improve information sharing under the legal framework of which Act?

Q7.During the First BRICS Health Working Group Meeting in 2026, which country held the chair position?

Q8.According to the IMF's April 2026 World Economic Outlook, where does India currently stand in global GDP rankings?

Q9.What is the primary factor driving the expected global GDP expansion of USD 56 trillion over the next five years, according to the World Economic Forum?

Q10.What specific change did SEBI implement regarding NPOs registered on the Social Stock Exchange (SSE)?

Q11.The 'Water Forward' initiative, recently launched by the World Bank, aims to secure water for how many people by 2030?

Q12.N. Alim Yusuf, a botanist from Kerala, received a WWF award for his work on which project?

Q13.Which business leader replaced Mukesh Ambani as Asia's richest person in the April 2026 Bloomberg Billionaires Index?

Q14.ISRO's SAC partnered with ATREE to focus on which specific environmental objective?

Q15.Where was the new species of burrowing reed snake, 'Calamaria garoensis', discovered?

Q16.The late N. Ramachandran was best known for his leadership in which two prominent sports organizations?

Q17.Which parasite is responsible for Chagas disease, the subject of the World Chagas Disease Day?

Q18.What historic tragedy led to the declaration of April 14 as National Fire Service Day?

Q19.Which state recently became the first to adopt the Marine Spatial Plan (MSP) under the Indo-Norway initiative's second phase?

Q20.Who serves as the Member Convener of the newly constituted AIGEG group?

Q1.What primary reason does the IMF suggest for India slipping to the 6th largest economy in its 2026 outlook?

Q2.Which of the following describes the 'social control' concept introduced during the 1969 bank nationalization?

Q3.Regarding women’s political participation, which state stands out as a unique exception in India by having crossed the 15% mark in its assembly?

Q4.The Astra Mk2 missile is currently making news for being integrated with which fighter jet to enhance aerial interception?

Q5.In the context of geographical facts, what is the significance of the Hussain Sagar Lake in Hyderabad?

Q6.Which factor most significantly differentiates the Astra Mk2 from the Mk1 version of the missile?

Q7.How does the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) evaluate India’s global standing in terms of women's representation in the Lower House?

Q8.Which neighboring country of Austria shares a border to the southwest?

Q9.What is the primary indicator used to calculate the global economic rankings published by the IMF?

Q10.Which official language is predominantly spoken across Austria, based on recent geopolitical profiles?

Q11.Which of these factors do experts cite as a major reason why women's political representation in India remains uneven?

Q12.What was a primary objective behind the 1969 decision to nationalize 14 private banks?

Q13.Which of the following is true about the 16m monolith statue situated in Hussain Sagar Lake?

Q14.Why is the Astra Mk2 considered highly resistant to jamming compared to older systems?

Q15.Which country is NOT among the leading nations mentioned for having at least 50% women's representation in parliament?

Q16.In the context of the European geography of Austria, what is the role of the Danube river?

Q17.What is the key takeaway regarding the future outlook for India's economy in the current IMF projections?

Q18.Which parliamentary house has recently shown a slightly higher percentage of female representation compared to the other?

Q19.What led to the inclusion of more banks in the nationalization process beyond the initial list of institutions with over ₹100 crore in deposits?

Q20.Which of these is a common feature found in countries that have made notable progress in gender-balanced legislatures?

Q1.Which specific entity partnered with MeitY to support the IndiaAI Mission's second cohort of startups?

Q2.Under the AICTE-VAANI scheme's third edition, which limit is set for financial assistance per institutional event?

Q3.Where is the new Centre of Excellence on Plant Cell Fermentation Technology being established?

Q4.What is the primary technological framework established between MoMSME and NLDSL?

Q5.Which of the following is NOT part of the RBI's Master Directions regarding the exchange of notes and coins?

Q6.For the import of both gold and silver, how many banks were authorized by the DGFT in the current update?

Q7.Which financial mechanism does the USD 225 million World Bank loan for Rajasthan's highway project uniquely feature?

Q8.What powers the LED feature on the newly launched CheQ AU credit card?

Q9.The proposed joint venture between JSW Steel and POSCO aims to build a steel plant in which Indian state?

Q10.Who was honoured as the South Asian 'Person of the Year' by the Harvard SAA in 2026?

Q11.Which U.S. policy initiative targets the deployment of space nuclear reactors by the 2030s?

Q12.Which mission will launch the Rosalind Franklin rover to Mars in 2028?

Q13.How many curated entries does NITI Aayog's 'Divya Bharat' anthology include?

Q14.The numerical date of World Quantum Day, April 14 (4/14), pays tribute to which scientific constant?

Q15.The birth anniversary of which historical figure led to the choice of April 15 as World Art Day?

Q16.What is the 2026 theme for World Voice Day?

Q17.Meghalaya recently declared which regional languages as official state languages alongside English?

Q18.Which Indian region serves as the backdrop for the ‘Surya Devbhoomi Challenge 2.0’ expedition?

Q19.The DGFT’s recent authorization for banks to import gold and silver is valid until which date?

Q20.The IndiaAI Startups Global Acceleration Programme focuses on which, among others, key sectors?

Q1.Which prominent Austrian leader recently conducted the first official visit to India in over four decades?