Current Affairs Quiz — 11 April 2026
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In April 2026, an Indian-born female cheetah gave birth to four cubs in the wild at which national park?
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Correct answer: C — Kuno National Park
The cubs were born in the wild at Kuno National Park, Madhya Pradesh.
The Indian-born female cheetah KGP12, which gave birth in the wild in April 2026, is a cub of which cheetah?
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Correct answer: D — Gamini
KGP12 is the second cub of Gamini's first litter.
Consider the following statements about the April 2026 cheetah births at Kuno: 1. It is the first recorded birth in the wild since cheetah reintroduction in India began in 2022. 2. The mother was brought to India from Namibia. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the mother, KGP12, is an Indian-born cheetah.
The 200th birth anniversary commemoration that began on 11 April 2026 honours which social reformer?
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Correct answer: A — Mahatma Jyotiba Phule
The commemoration marks the 200th birth anniversary of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule (1827–1890).
Where were floral tributes to Mahatma Jyotiba Phule offered for the first time within Parliament premises on 11 April 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Prerna Sthal
For the first time, floral tributes were offered at Prerna Sthal in the Parliament House Complex.
Consider the following statements about the Phule 200th birth anniversary commemoration: 1. It is guided by a High-Level Committee chaired by the Prime Minister. 2. It was approved by a National Implementation Committee chaired by the Union Home Minister. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: a 126-member High-Level Committee chaired by the PM guides it, and the NIC chaired by the Home Minister approved it on 6 April 2026.
Which organisation is the nodal agency for the Mahatma Jyotiba Phule 200th birth anniversary commemorative initiative?
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Correct answer: D — Dr. Ambedkar Foundation
The Dr. Ambedkar Foundation, Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, is the nodal agency, with activities anchored at the Dr. Ambedkar International Centre.
According to the Fisheries Minister at the Seafood Exporters Meet 2026, India's seafood exports this year are approximately:
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Correct answer: D — ₹68,000 crore
Exports grew from ₹62,000 crore last year to about ₹68,000 crore this year.
Consider the following statements about India's seafood exports as stated at the Seafood Exporters Meet 2026: 1. Growth was driven largely by strong performance in non-US markets. 2. The net increase over last year was about ₹6,000 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct as per the Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying.
Which India-flagged LPG vessel, carrying about 20,400 MT of LPG, safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz as reported on 11 April 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Jag Vikram
The India-flagged LPG vessel Jag Vikram, carrying about 20,400 MT of LPG, safely crossed the Strait of Hormuz.
As part of LPG demand rationalisation during the West Asia situation, the urban LPG booking interval was increased:
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Correct answer: B — From 21 to 25 days
The booking interval was increased from 21 to 25 days in urban areas and up to 45 days in rural areas.
Under which instruments are State Governments empowered to act against hoarding and black marketing of petroleum products, as cited in the 11 April 2026 update?
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Correct answer: C — Essential Commodities Act, 1955 and LPG Control Order, 2000
States are empowered under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955 and the LPG Control Order, 2000.
The Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative, presented to Union Minister Manohar Lal in April 2026, belongs to which country?
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Correct answer: B — Bhutan
Manohar Lal was briefed on Bhutan's Gelephu Mindfulness City initiative during his Bhutan visit.
Consider the following statements about Manohar Lal's Bhutan visit on 11 April 2026: 1. He met Bhutan's Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Lyonpo Chandra Bahadur Gurung. 2. He visited Simtokha Dzong, believed to be the oldest fort built by the founder of Bhutan in the 17th century. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both statements are correct as per the Ministry of Power.
Bhutan's development philosophy, on which Manohar Lal attended a presentation in April 2026, is known as:
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Correct answer: D — Gross National Happiness
The presentation covered Bhutan's development philosophy of Gross National Happiness (GNH).
In his call with Piyush Goyal on 11 April 2026, Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi represented Saudi Arabia as its:
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Correct answer: C — Minister of Commerce
Majid bin Abdullah Al Qassabi is the Minister of Commerce of Saudi Arabia.
During the India-Saudi Arabia ministerial call of 11 April 2026, both sides expressed optimism for early progress in negotiations on a free trade agreement between India and:
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Correct answer: D — the Gulf Cooperation Council
The Ministers expressed optimism for early progress in the India-GCC FTA negotiations.
The Smritika War Memorial, where a Laser, Light and Sound Show was inaugurated on 11 April 2026, is located in:
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Correct answer: B — Lucknow Cantonment
Smritika War Memorial is in Lucknow Cantonment, Uttar Pradesh.
Which Indian Army command's role is prominently featured in the Smritika War Memorial show in Lucknow?
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Correct answer: C — Central Command
The show prominently features the Central Command's pivotal role in various operations.
Consider the following statements about the Smritika War Memorial show: 1. It highlights Param Vir Chakra awardees from the Awadh region. 2. It is presented only in English. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the roughly 30-minute show is in Hindi.
The venue of the IAF Maintenance Command Commanders' Conclave held on 10–11 April 2026 was:
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Correct answer: A — Vayusena Nagar, Nagpur
The conclave was held at Vayusena Nagar, Nagpur.
Who presided over the IAF Maintenance Command Commanders' Conclave 2026 as AOC-in-C, Maintenance Command?
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Correct answer: B — Air Marshal Yalla Umesh
Air Marshal Yalla Umesh, Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief, Maintenance Command, presided over the conclave.
Which CCRAS institute became the first to achieve ISO 15189:2022 accreditation in both biochemistry and haematology in April 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Central Ayurveda Research Institute, Bengaluru
The clinical laboratory of CARI, Bengaluru, became the first CCRAS institute with this accreditation.
Consider the following statements about the CARI Bengaluru clinical laboratory: 1. Its ISO 15189:2022 accreditation covers both biochemistry and haematology. 2. It holds NABL accreditation for 500 parameters. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: A — 1 only
Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: CARI has NABL accreditation for 50 parameters, with over 1.5 lakh tests a year.
Who is the Chairperson of the National Commission for Homoeopathy, as named at the World Homoeopathy Day 2026 convention?
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Correct answer: B — Dr. Tarkeshwar Jain
Dr. Tarkeshwar Jain is the NCH Chairperson; Dr. Subhash Kaushik is DG, CCRH, and Dr. Pralay Sharma is Director, NIH.
The World Homoeopathy Day 2026 convention of the Ministry of Ayush was held at:
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Correct answer: D — Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi
The convention was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi, on 10 and 11 April 2026.