Practice the April 2026 Week Current Affairs Quiz. This quiz is designed to help you test your knowledge of the key events and news from the first week of April2026.
The Current Affairs Quiz of 1 to 7 April features multiple-choice questions covering important topics from that week. Whether you’re preparing for exams or just want to stay informed, this quiz provides a quick and effective way to review the major happenings from the start of the month.
1st Week of April 2026: Current Affairs Quiz
1. Global oil prices often rise during geopolitical conflicts because a large portion of oil supply passes through sensitive maritime routes. If a conflict disrupts such a route, domestic fuel prices in importing countries tend to increase. Which of the following best explains this phenomenon?
(A) Governments arbitrarily increase fuel prices
(B) Supply disruptions increase global prices, affecting import-dependent countries
(C) Domestic consumption suddenly rises during wars
(D) Oil production increases during conflicts
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Correct Answer: (B) Supply disruptions increase global prices, affecting import-dependent countries
2. A country experiences a sharp rise in aviation fuel prices due to global oil supply disruptions. Airlines respond by increasing ticket prices. This situation best illustrates:
(A) Demand-pull inflation
(B) Cost-push inflation
(C) Monetary contraction
(D) Fiscal deficit
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Correct Answer: (B) Cost-push inflation
3. The Strait of Hormuz is often referred to as a “strategic chokepoint” because a large percentage of global oil trade passes through it. Any disruption in this region affects multiple economies. Which conclusion can be drawn?
(A) Oil production depends entirely on this region
(B) Global trade routes influence economic stability
(C) Only Middle Eastern countries are affected
(D) Oil prices are unrelated to geography
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Correct Answer: (B) Global trade routes influence economic stability
4.A government imposes both a toll tax and an entry tax on vehicles using the same highway. Citizens protest, arguing that they are being taxed twice for the same service. Which principle is most relevant here?
(A) Doctrine of Basic Structure
(B) Principle of fairness in taxation
(C) Judicial review
(D) Separation of powers
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Correct Answer: (B) Principle of fairness in taxation
5.In a federal system, one state imposes taxes that affect residents of neighboring states, leading to protests and political tensions. This situation best reflects:
(A) Unitary governance
(B) Federal friction
(C) Judicial overreach
(D) Executive dominance
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Correct Answer: (B) Federal friction
6.A law regulates foreign funding received by NGOs, citing concerns that such funds could influence domestic policies or political processes. Critics argue that the law restricts civil society activities.This conflict represents a balance between:
(A) Judiciary vs Legislature
(B) National security vs freedom of association
(C) Centre vs Judiciary
(D) Economy vs environment
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Correct Answer: (B) National security vs freedom of association
7. A proposed amendment seeks to create an authority that can take control of assets of NGOs whose licences are cancelled. Some groups argue that this could lead to misuse of power. Which concern is most valid?
(A) Violation of voting rights
(B) Arbitrary executive control over civil society
(C) Lack of judicial appointments
(D) Weak taxation system
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Correct Answer: (B) Arbitrary executive control over civil society
8. During a parliamentary session, strong protests by opposition members force the government to delay a bill. What does this indicate about democratic functioning?
(A) Weak executive power
(B) Role of dissent in lawmaking
(C) Judicial supremacy
(D) Absence of majority rule
Correct Answer: (B) Role of dissent in lawmaking
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9. A government introduces a policy but later modifies it after public backlash, leading to confusion about its implementation. This situation most likely results in:
(A) Increased public trust
(B) Policy clarity
(C) Administrative inefficiency and unrest
(D) Judicial reform
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Correct Answer: (C) Administrative inefficiency and unrest
10. Residents of border districts protest a tax imposed by a neighboring state, claiming that it unfairly affects their daily movement. Which concept is most relevant?
(A) Economic liberalisation
(B) Inter-state equity in taxation
(C) Judicial activism
(D) Monetary policy
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Correct Answer: (B) Inter-state equity in taxation
11. A national census introduces an online self-enumeration system allowing citizens to submit their data digitally before verification. This reform primarily promotes:
(A) Military efficiency
(B) Digital governance and citizen participation
(C) Judicial transparency
(D) Electoral reform
Correct Answer: (B) Digital governance and citizen participation
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12. Despite digital submission of census data, officials still conduct door-to-door verification. What is the most likely reason?
(A) To increase government control
(B) To ensure accuracy and prevent false data
(C) To delay census results
(D) To reduce digital usage
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Correct Answer: (B) To ensure accuracy and prevent false data
13. A law ensures that personal data collected during census operations cannot be publicly disclosed or used for legal proceedings. This provision primarily aims to:
(A) Increase taxation
(B) Encourage truthful disclosure by citizens
(C) Limit government power
(D) Promote transparency
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Correct Answer: (B) Encourage truthful disclosure by citizens
14. Countries enter into Free Trade Agreements (FTAs) to reduce tariffs and promotetrade. However, such agreements may also be delayed due to geopolitical instability. Which inference is correct?
(A) Trade agreements are independent of global politics
(B) Economic cooperation depends on geopolitical stability
(C) FTAs increase tariffs
(D) FTAs reduce diplomatic relations
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Correct Answer: (B) Economic cooperation depends on geopolitical stability
15. An international summit focuses on trade, technology, and economic cooperation among countries. Such meetings are examples of:
(A) Judicial cooperation
(B) Economic diplomacy
(C) Military alliances
(D) Cultural exchange only
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Correct Answer: (B) Economic diplomacy
16. A country delays signing a trade agreement due to uncertainty caused by an ongoing war in another region. This reflects:
(A) Isolationism
(B) Influence of global conflicts on economic decisions
(C) Judicial intervention
(D) Domestic politics only
Correct Answer: (B) Influence of global conflicts on economic decisions
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17. A naval operation demonstrates readiness to strike an adversary but refrains from action after diplomatic intervention. This situation best illustrates:
(A) Judicial review
(B) Strategic deterrence
(C) Economic diplomacy
(D) Electoral politics
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Correct Answer: (B) Strategic deterrence
18. “Kinetic action” in military terminology refers to the use of physical force rather thandiplomatic or economic measures. Which situation best fits this definition?
(A) Trade sanctions
(B) Military strike
(C) Peace talks
(D) Policy negotiation
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Correct Answer: (B) Military strike
19.In modern conflicts, attacks on merchant ships in strategic waters disrupt global trade routes. This highlights the importance of:
(A) Air superiority
(B) Maritime security
(C) Agricultural policy
(D) Judicial reform
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Correct Answer: (B) Maritime security
20. A country increases its naval presence in response to threats in international waters. This action primarily aims to:
(A) Promote tourism
(B) Protect trade routes and ensure security
(C) Reduce imports
(D) Increase exports
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Correct Answer: (B) Protect trade routes and ensure security
21. An airline increases ticket prices after fuel costs rise significantly. This reflects which economic concept?
(A) Subsidy effect
(B) Cost pass-through
(C) Fiscal deficit
(D) Monetary easing
Correct Answer: (B) Cost pass-through
22. A government justifies strict regulation of NGOs by citing potential risks of foreign influence on domestic policy. Which argument supports this stance?
(A) NGOs always act independently
(B) Foreign funds may impact sovereignty
(C) NGOs reduce poverty
(D) NGOs increase employment
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Correct Answer: (B) Foreign funds may impact sovereignty
23. Critics argue that excessive regulation of NGOs could weaken civil society. Which constitutional value is most relevant here?
(A) Right to equality
(B) Freedom of association
(C) Right to property
(D) Right to education
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Correct Answer : (B) Freedom of association
24. A state government offers concessional passes to local residents living near toll barriers after protests. This reflects:
(A) Judicial reform
(B) Policy adaptation to public pressure
(C) Federal breakdown
(D) Economic liberalisation
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Correct Answer: (B) Policy adaptation to public pressure
25. A major trade agreement aims to benefit MSMEs and skilled professionals by opening markets. Which broader objective does this serve?
(A) Military expansion
(B) Economic integration
(C) Judicial reform
(D) Population control
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Correct Answer: (B) Economic integration
26. A conflict in one region leads to economic instability in unrelated countries. This demonstrates:
(A) Regional isolation
(B) Global economic interdependence
(C) Judicial independence
(D) Domestic policy failure
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Correct Answer: (B) Global economic interdependence
27. A government delays implementing a policy due to upcoming elections and public sentiment. This reflects:
(A) Judicial activism
(B) Political considerations influencing policy
(C) Economic instability
(D) Administrative efficiency
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Correct Answer: (B) Political considerations influencing policy
28. A law is criticized for potentially targeting specific communities despite being framed as neutral. Which concern arises here?
(A) Violation of federalism
(B) Risk of discriminatory implementation
(C) Judicial delay
(D) Tax inefficiency
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Correct Answer: (B) Risk of discriminatory implementation
29.The use of digital platforms in governance requires safeguards to ensure data protection. Which principle is most relevant?
(A) Transparency only
(B) Privacy and confidentiality
(C) Judicial supremacy
(D) Economic growth
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Correct Answer: (B) Privacy and confidentiality
30. Taken together, issues like fuel price rise, FCRA debates, tax protests, and military operations highlight:
(A) Independent functioning of sectors
(B) Interconnection of law, economy, and geopolitics
(C) Judicial dominance
(D) Administrative isolation
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Correct Answer: (B) Interconnection of law, economy, and geopolitics
31. Amid global disruptions caused by the U.S.-Israel war on Iran, which country assured India of increasing crude oil and LNG supply?
(A) China
(B) Russia
(C) USA
(D) Saudi Arabia
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Correct Answer: (B) Russia
32. The assurance of fertilizer supply by Russia to India primarily impacts which sector?
(A) Defence
(B) Agriculture
(C) Judiciary
(D) Technology
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Correct Answer: (B) Agriculture
33. The concept of “energy security” refers to:
(A) Domestic policy failure
(B) Judicial review
(C) Global competition for energy resources
(D) Environmental regulation
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Correct Answer: (C) Global competition for energy resources
34.Which international grouping aims to enhance cooperation among emerging economies including India and Russia?
(A) NATO
(B) BRICS
(C) G7
(D) ASEAN
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Correct Answer: (C) Global competition for energy resources
35.Which international grouping aims to enhance cooperation among emerging economies including India and Russia?
(A) NATO
(B) BRICS
(C) G7
(D) ASEAN
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Correct Answer: (B) BRICS
36.The proposed relocation of Nicobarese tribes is linked to which project?
(A) Sagarmala Project
(B) Smart Cities Mission
(C) Great Nicobar Island Project
(D) Bharatmala Project
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Correct Answer: (C) Great Nicobar Island Project
37. The lack of clear consent from tribal communities in the Great Nicobar project raises concerns under which principle?
(A) Separation of powers
(B) Free Prior Informed Consent
(C) Judicial activism
(D) Federalism
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Correct Answer: (B) Free Prior Informed Consent
38. Which law governs the recognition of forest rights of tribal communities in India?
(A) Environment Protection Act
(B) Forest Rights Act, 2006
(C) Wildlife Protection Act
(D) Land Acquisition Act
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Correct Answer: (B) Forest Rights Act, 2006
39. The right to livelihood and cultural identity of tribal communities is protected under:
(A) Article 14
(B) Article 19
(C) Article 21
(D) Article 32
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Correct Answer: (C) Article 21
40. If a government project proceeds without proper consent of affected tribes, it may be challenged under:
(A) Criminal law
(B) Contract law
(C) Judicial review
(D) Tax law
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Correct Answer: (C) Judicial review
41. The proposed amendment to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 introduces which key feature?
(A) Tax exemptions
(B) Asset seizure through designated authority
(C) Free foreign funding
(D) Judicial oversight
Correct Answer: (B) Asset seizure through designated authority
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42. Automatic seizure of NGO assets without a hearing violates which principle?
(A) Federalism
(B) Natural justice
(C) Separation of powers
(D) Parliamentary sovereignty
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Correct Answer: (B) Natural justice
43. The principle “audi alteram partem” ensures:
(A) Equality before law
(B) Right to property
(C) Right to be heard
(D) Judicial independence
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Correct Answer: (C) Right to be heard
44. Article 300A of the Indian Constitution protects:
(A) Freedom of speech
(B) Right to equality
(C) Right to property
(D) Right to religion
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Correct Answer: (C) Right to property
45. A law that allows the government to benefit from cancelling licences and seizing assets raises concern of:
(A) Federalism
(B) Conflict of interest
(C) Judicial review
(D) Taxation
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Correct Answer: (B) Conflict of interest
46. The stampede at Sheetla Mata Temple highlights failure of:
(A) Judicial review
(B) Crowd management
(C) Trade policy
(D) Foreign relations
Correct Answer: (B) Crowd management
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47. According to crowd science, a density of more than 5 persons per square metre leads to:
(A) Free movement
(B) Increased safety
(C) Restricted movement and high risk
(D) Economic growth
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Correct Answer: (C) Restricted movement and high risk
48. Failure of authorities to manage crowds in public places may lead to violation of:
(A) Article 14
(B) Article 21
(C) Article 19
(D) Article 32
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Correct Answer: (B) Article 21
49.Negligence in crowd control can result in liability under:
(A) Criminal law only
(B) Constitutional law only
(C) Tort law
(D) Tax law
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Correct Answer: (C) Tort law
50. The use of bribery to gain access during crowded events primarily affects:
(A) Taxation
(B) Public safety
(C) Judicial independence
(D) Foreign policy
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Correct Answer: (B) Public safety
51. Drugs like Mounjaro are primarily approved for:
(A) Cosmetic enhancement
(B) Obesity and diabetes treatment
(C) Skin care
(D) Hair growth
Correct Answer: (B) Obesity and diabetes treatment
52. The misuse of prescription drugs for cosmetic purposes violates:
(A) Criminal procedure
(B) Medical ethics
(C) Constitutional amendments
(D) Trade law
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Correct Answer: (B) Medical ethics
53. Which law regulates the manufacture and use of drugs in India?
(A) Consumer Protection Act
(B) Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
(C) IPC
(D) IT Act
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Correct Answer : (B) Drugs and Cosmetics Act, 1940
54. Misleading advertisements by clinics offering rapid weight loss may violate:
(A) Criminal law
(B) Consumer protection principles
(C) Constitutional law
(D) International law
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Correct Answer: (B) Consumer protection principles
55. The rise of cosmetic use of weight-loss drugs highlights concerns related to:
(A) Federalism
(B) Gender justice and societal pressure
(C) Judicial review
(D) Taxation
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Correct Answer:(B) Gender justice and societal pressure
56. The election of Min Aung Hlaing as President reflects:
(A) Strengthening democracy
(B) Civilian supremacy
(C) Military-backed civilian rule
(D) Federal governance
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Correct Answer: (C) Military-backed civilian rule
57. A government that exercises power without legal legitimacy is called:
(A) De jure government
(B) De facto government
(C) Federal government
(D) Parliamentary government
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Correct Answer: (B) De facto government
58. The overthrow of Aung San Suu Kyi in 2021 led to:
(A) Economic growth
(B) Civil war
(C) Judicial reforms
(D) Federal restructuring
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Correct Answer: (B) Civil war
59. Military dominance over legislature and executive violates which doctrine?
(A) Basic structure
(B) Separation of powers
(C) Federalism
(D) Judicial review
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Correct Answer: (B) Separation of powers
60. Which term best describes disguising military rule as civilian governance?
(A) Federalism
(B) Civilian façade
(C) Judicial activism
(D) Welfare state
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Correct Answer: (B) Civilian façade
61. Article 23 of the Indian Constitution prohibits which of the following?
A) Child labour in hazardous industries
B) Trafficking and forced labour
C) Begging and vagrancy
D) Untouchability
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Correct Answer: (B) Trafficking and forced labour
62. Section 143 of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) specifically deals with:
A) Kidnapping of minors
B) Defining and penalising human trafficking
C) Online child exploitation
D) Bonded labour
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Correct Answer: (B) Defining and penalising human trafficking
63. India’s commitment to which international protocol reflects its global stance against human trafficking?
A) Hague Convention on Child Abduction
B) UN Palermo Protocol
C) SAARC Convention on Trafficking
D) ILO Convention No. 182
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Correct Answer: (B) UN Palermo Protocol
64.Which government scheme focuses on rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration of human trafficking victims?
A) Mission Shakti
B) Ujjawala Scheme
C) Nari Adalat
D) POCSO Cell
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Correct Answer: (B) Ujjawala Scheme
65.The approximate human trafficking conviction rate in India as per recent data is:
A) ~5%
B) ~10%
C) ~22%
D) ~35%
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Correct Answer: (B) ~10%
66.Under the new CBSE curriculum, the three-language formula makes a third language compulsory from which class?
A) Class 3
B) Class 6
C) Class 8
D) Class 10
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Correct Answer: (B) Class 6
67. The new CBSE curriculum will include the third language in Class 10 Board Exams by which year?
A) 2026
B) 2028
C) 2031
D) 2035
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Correct Answer: (C) 2031
68. Under the CBSE reforms, CBSE will offer all how many languages listed in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution?
A) 14
B) 18
C) 22
D) 24
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Correct Answer: (C) 22
69. Vocational education will become compulsory in Classes 9–10 under CBSE from which academic session?
A) 2024–25
B) 2025–26
C) 2027–28
D) 2030–31
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Correct Answer: (C) 2027–28
70. AI and Computational Thinking will become a compulsory board subject in Class 10 by which year?
A) 2025
B) 2027
C) 2029
D) 2031
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Correct Answer: (C) 2029
71. The Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme was launched in which year under Atmanirbhar Bharat?
A) 2018
B) 2019
C) 2020
D) 2021
Correct Answer: (C) 2020
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72. The PLI Scheme covers how many sectors in total?
A) 8
B) 10
C) 12
D) 14
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Correct Answer: (D) 14
73. India’s smartphone exports grew from $3.1 billion to approximately how much under PLI?
A) $10 billion
B) $16 billion
C) $24 billion
D) $35 billion
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Correct Answer: (C) $24 billion
74. Under the PLI Scheme, firms receive financial incentives based on:
A) Fixed subsidies irrespective of output
B) Incremental production/sales over a base year
C) Employment generated per unit
D) R&D investment in the sector
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Correct Answer: (B) Incremental production/sales over a base year
75. India is currently the how-many-th largest mobile phone manufacturing country globally?
A) 1st
B) 2nd
C) 3rd
D) 4th
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Correct Answer: (B) 2nd
76. Under Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana, over how many LPG connections have been distributed?
A) 5 crore
B) 7 crore
C) 10 crore
D) 15 crore
Correct Answer: (C) 10 crore
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77. According to the analysis, what percentage of PMUY households did NOT refill their LPG cylinder even once?
A) 25%+
B) 35%+
C) 50%+
D) 70%+
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Correct Answer: (C) 50%+
78. Approximately what percentage of rural households depend on firewood and crop residue as their primary cooking fuel?
A) 22.3%
B) 34.5%
C) 46.7%
D) 58.9%
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Correct Answer: (C) 46.7%
79. Which scheme promotes solar-powered irrigation and reduces diesel dependency for farmers?
A) Saubhagya Scheme
B) DDUGJY
C) PM KUSUM Scheme
D) GOBARdhan Scheme
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Correct Answer: (C) PM KUSUM Scheme
80. Which state has the highest rural dependence on firewood as cooking fuel at approximately 84.2%?
A) Odisha
B) Jharkhand
C) Madhya Pradesh
D) Chhattisgarh
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Correct Answer: (D) Chhattisgarh
81. India’s Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) as per the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2021–23 is:
A) 65
B) 75
C) 88
D) 103
Correct Answer:(C) 88
82. India’s SDG target is to reduce MMR to below how much by 2030?
A) 50
B) 60
C) 70
D) 80
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Correct Answer: (C) 70
83. Which government scheme guarantees dignified and free maternal healthcare services under the ‘SUMAN’ programme?
A) Janani Suraksha Yojana
B) LaQshya Programme
C) Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan
D) PM Matru Vandana Yojana
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Correct Answer : (C) Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan
84. The ‘Three Delays Model’ in maternal mortality refers to delays in decision to seek care, reaching a facility, and:
A) Obtaining medicines from a pharmacy
B) Receiving appropriate treatment
C) Getting postnatal care
D) Accessing antenatal check-ups
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Correct Answer: (B) Receiving appropriate treatment
85. The interest rates on Small Savings Schemes are revised on which cycle?
A) Monthly
B) Half-yearly
C) Quarterly
D) Annually
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Correct Answer:(C) Quarterly
86. Collections from Small Savings Schemes are credited to which fund, which forms part of the Public Account of India?
A) Consolidated Fund of India
B) Contingency Fund of India
C) National Small Savings Fund (NSSF)
D) Public Provident Fund Trust
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Correct Answer: (C) National Small Savings Fund (NSSF)
87. Kisan Vikas Patra doubles investment in how many months?
A) 96 months
B) 105 months
C) 115 months
D) 124 months
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Correct Answer: (C) 115 months
88. The Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana account must be opened before the girl child reaches what age?
A) 5 years
B) 8 years
C) 10 years
D) 12 years
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Correct Answer: (C) 10 years
89. Article 161 of the Constitution grants the Governor which power?
A) Power to summon and prorogue the state legislature
B) Power to grant pardons, remissions, or commutations for state law offences
C) Power to reserve bills for President’s assent
D) Power to appoint the Advocate General of a state
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Correct Answer: (B) Power to grant pardons, remissions, or commutations for state law offences
90. Under Article 163 of the Constitution, the Governor acts on the aid and advice of the Council of Ministers EXCEPT in matters involving:
A) Prisoner remission
B) Appointment of Chief Minister in a hung assembly (limited discretionary areas)
C) State budget presentation
D) Commuting death sentences
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Correct Answer: (B) Appointment of Chief Minister in a hung assembly (limited discretionary areas)
91. Gujarat becomes which state in India to enact a Uniform Civil Code (UCC)?
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fourth
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Correct Answer: (B) Second
92. The Uniform Civil Code is a directive under which Article of the Indian Constitution?
A) Article 37
B) Article 40
C) Article 44
D) Article 51A
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Correct Answer: (C) Article 44
93. Under the Gujarat UCC, marriage registration must be completed within how many days?
A) 30 days
B) 45 days
C) 60 days
D) 90 days
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Correct Answer: (C) 60 days
94. Under the Gujarat UCC, live-in relationship registration must be done within how many days?
A) 15 days
B) 30 days
C) 45 days
D) 60 days
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Correct Answer: (B) 30 days
95. Which group is exempted from the Gujarat UCC to preserve customary practices?
A) Religious minorities
B) Nomadic tribes
C) Scheduled Tribes
D) Backward Classes
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Correct Answer: (C) Scheduled Tribes
96.The Shah Bano Case (1985) is associated with judicial endorsement of which concept?
A) Uniform Civil Code
B) Triple talaq ban
C) Right to property for women
D) Adoption rights for minorities
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Correct Answer: (A) Uniform Civil Code
97. The ‘Three Brothers’ alliance that includes Azerbaijan refers to which three countries?
A) Azerbaijan, Russia, Turkey
B) Azerbaijan, Turkey, Pakistan
C) Azerbaijan, Pakistan, China
D) Azerbaijan, Iran, Turkey
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Correct Answer: (B) Azerbaijan, Turkey, Pakistan
98. ONGC Videsh Ltd holds approximately what stake in the Baku–Tbilisi–Ceyhan (BTC) pipeline?
A) ~1.5%
B) ~2.1%
C) ~3.1%
D) ~5.0%
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Correct Answer: (C) ~3.1%
99. The Ateshgah Fire Temple, which shows historical Indian presence in Azerbaijan, contains inscriptions in:
A) Sanskrit and Tamil
B) Devanagari and Gurmukhi
C) Bengali and Gujarati
D) Urdu and Hindi
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Correct Answer: (B) Devanagari and Gurmukhi
100. Azerbaijan serves as a key node in which corridor that enhances India’s connectivity with Central Asia and Europe?
A) Trans-Caspian International Trade Route
B) China–Pakistan Economic Corridor
C) International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
D) Chabahar–Ashgabat–Tehran Corridor
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Correct Answer: (C) International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC)
101. The U.S. 100% tariff on imported patented drugs was imposed under which provision?
A) Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974
B) Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act
C) Section 201 of the Trade Act
D) IEEPA (International Emergency Economic Powers Act)
Correct Answer: (B) Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act
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102. What is meant by ‘100% ad valorem tariff’?
A) A flat fee per unit regardless of value
B) A tax calculated as a percentage of the product’s value
C) A tariff applying only to luxury goods
D) A tariff applied only to counterfeit products
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Correct Answer: (B) A tax calculated as a percentage of the product’s value
103. Under the U.S. pharma tariff, companies can secure 0% tariff until 2029 if they adopt which pricing condition?
A) Competitive pricing below domestic market rates
B) Most Favoured Nation (MFN) pricing and commit to onshoring
C) Free pricing with WHO approval
D) Government-fixed price ceilings
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Correct Answer: (B) Most Favoured Nation (MFN) pricing and commit to onshoring
104. Approximately what percentage of India’s pharmaceutical exports to the U.S. are low-cost generics, which are currently exempt from the new tariff?
A) 60%
B) 75%
C) 85%
D) 90%
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Correct Answer: (D) 90%
105. The Plastic Waste Management Rules, 2016 are notified under which Act?
A) Water (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Act, 1974
B) Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
C) National Green Tribunal Act, 2010
D) Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016
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Correct Answer: (B) Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
106. The 2026 amendment to Plastic Waste Management Rules introduces tradable plastic certificates. This is an example of which type of mechanism?
A) Command-and-control regulation
B) Market-based compliance mechanism
C) Voluntary industry commitment
D) International treaty obligation
Correct Answer: (B) Market-based compliance mechanism
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107. Under the 2026 amendment, rigid plastics must have how much recycled content by 2028–29?
A) 20%
B) 30%
C) 50%
D) 60%
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Correct Answer: (D) 60%
108. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) under the Plastic Waste Rules holds which entities responsible for plastic waste management?
A) Local bodies and municipalities
B) Producers, importers, and brand owners
C) Consumers and retailers
D) Ministry of Environment and State PCBs
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Correct Answer: (B) Producers, importers, and brand owners
109. INS Aridaman is India’s how-many-th indigenous SSBN (nuclear-powered ballistic missile submarine)?
A) First
B) Second
C) Third
D) Fourth
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Correct Answer: (C) Third
110. INS Aridaman is powered by which type of reactor?
A) 83 MW pressurised compact light-water reactor (CLWR)
B) 100 MW fast breeder reactor
C) 190 MW pressurised heavy water reactor
D) 40 MW boiling water reactor
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Correct Answer: (A) 83 MW pressurised compact light-water reactor (CLWR)
111. INS Aridaman carries K-4 missiles with an approximate range of:
A) 750 km
B) 1,500 km
C) 3,500 km
D) 5,000 km
Correct Answer: (C) 3,500 km
112. INS Aridaman completes India’s Nuclear Triad. Which other countries have operational nuclear triads?
A) USA, Russia, UK, France, China
B) USA, Russia, China
C) USA, Russia, China, UK, France, Pakistan
D) USA, Russia, China, Israel
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Correct Answer: (B) USA, Russia, China
113. India’s SSBN programme is called the Advanced Technology Vessel (ATV) Programme and submarines are built at:
A) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders, Mumbai
B) Hindustan Shipyard, Visakhapatnam
C) Ship Building Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam
D) Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi
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Correct Answer : (C) Ship Building Centre (SBC), Visakhapatnam
114. The right to be considered for promotion is derived from which constitutional articles?
A) Article 16(4) and Article 335
B) Article 14 and Article 16(1)
C) Article 21 and Article 32
D) Article 15(4) and Article 16(4)
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Correct Answer: (B) Article 14 and Article 16(1)
115.The Parliament passed the Andhra Pradesh Reorganisation (Amendment) Bill, 2026 to designate which city as the sole capital of Andhra Pradesh?
A) Visakhapatnam
B) Kurnool
C) Guntur
D) Amaravati
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Correct Answer: (D) Amaravati
116. Hyderabad served as the common capital of both Andhra Pradesh and Telangana for how many years?
A) 5 years (2014–2019)
B) 7 years (2014–2021)
C) 10 years (2014–2024)
D) 8 years (2014–2022)
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Correct Answer: (C) 10 years (2014–2024)
117. UNIFIL (UN Interim Force in Lebanon) was established by the UN Security Council in which year?
A) 1967
B) 1973
C) 1978
D) 1982
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Correct Answer: (C) 1978
118. The FAO Food Price Index (FFPI) tracks monthly changes in international export prices of how many key food commodities?
A) 12
B) 18
C) 24
D) 36
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Correct Answer: (C) 24
119. Project Chetak of the Border Roads Organisation is responsible for border infrastructure in which region?
A) Northeast India — Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim
B) Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh
C) Rajasthan, Punjab, and Northern Gujarat (western frontier)
D) Uttarakhand and Himachal Pradesh
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Correct Answer: (C) Rajasthan, Punjab, and Northern Gujarat (western frontier)
120. The Border Roads Organisation (BRO) was founded in which year and functions under which ministry?
A) 1947, Ministry of Home Affairs
B) 1954, Ministry of External Affairs
C) 1960, Ministry of Defence
D) 1965, Ministry of Road Transport
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