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DSSSB Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months

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3,011 trainees of Batch 01/26, including 116 women Agniveers, pass out at INS Chilka
Q1

How many trainees of Batch 01/26 passed out at INS Chilka on 12 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — 3,011

3,011 trainees passed out: 2,746 Navy Agniveers and 265 Coast Guard Naviks.

Q2 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the INS Chilka passing out parade of 12 June 2026: 1. The batch included 116 women Agniveers. 2. 265 Naviks of the Indian Coast Guard were part of the batch. 3. The trainees completed 16 weeks of ab-initio training. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3

All three are stated in the Ministry of Defence release.

ARIES study of supernova SN 2023zcu could help build the cosmic distance scale
Q3 Advanced

Supernova SN 2023zcu, studied by ARIES scientists (June 2026), was discovered at the edge of which galaxy?

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Correct answer: D — NGC 2139

SN 2023zcu was discovered at the edge of the spiral galaxy NGC 2139, about 90.7 million light-years away.

Q4 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the DST release on SN 2023zcu (June 2026): 1. The study was published in The Astrophysical Journal by ARIES scientists with international researchers. 2. Type IIP supernovae occur when a red supergiant of about 8–17 solar masses reaches the end of its life. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are stated in the DST release, which calls Type IIP the most common core-collapse supernova.

AAIB issues interim statement on one year of Air India Flight AI-171 accident investigation
Q5

Air India Flight AI-171, the subject of an AAIB interim statement on 12 June 2026, was which aircraft type?

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Correct answer: D — Boeing 787-8

AI-171 was a Boeing 787-8 operating from Ahmedabad to London.

Q6 Advanced

Which ICAO Annex sets the international standards under which the AAIB is investigating the AI-171 accident?

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Correct answer: B — Annex 13

The investigation follows the standards and recommended practices of ICAO Annex 13.

Q7 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the AI-171 accident investigation: 1. The AAIB is investigating under the Aircraft (Investigation of Accidents and Incidents) Rules, 2017. 2. The Final Report will be released after the international review and consultation prescribed under ICAO Annex 13. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are stated in the AAIB interim statement of 12 June 2026.

Government notifies order to curb diesel hoarding at retail outlets, with a 200-litre cap
Q8

What cap is included in the diesel retail supply order notified by the Petroleum Ministry on 12 June 2026, which the ministry said is far above a private vehicle's need?

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Correct answer: B — 200 litres

The order includes a 200-litre cap aimed at bulk buyers, not ordinary motorists.

Q9 Advanced

According to the Petroleum Ministry, in how many districts did diesel sales at PSU OMC retail outlets grow by more than 10% in May 2026 over May 2025?

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Correct answer: D — 327

327 districts recorded more than 10% growth, and 80 districts saw growth above 30%.

Q10 Advanced

What was the main reason given by the Petroleum Ministry for bulk diesel buyers shifting to PSU retail outlets in 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Difference between bulk and retail diesel prices

Industrial and institutional consumers shifted to retail outlets because of the difference between bulk and retail diesel prices.

13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum concludes in New Delhi with Ministerial Declaration
Q11

Where did the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum conclude on 12 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Sushma Swaraj Bhavan, New Delhi

The Forum concluded at Sushma Swaraj Bhavan, New Delhi, with a Ministerial Declaration.

Q12 Advanced

India hosted the BRICS Urbanisation Forum in 2026 for which time?

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Correct answer: C — Fourth

India hosted it for the fourth time, after New Delhi (2013), Visakhapatnam (2016) and a virtual edition (2021).

Q13 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the 13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum: 1. It was hosted by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs under India's BRICS Chairship in 2026. 2. It was inaugurated by Union Minister Manohar Lal. 3. It was a one-day event. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is wrong: it was a two-day Forum.

PM chairs 11th NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting; Chief Ministers of all 28 States attend for the first time
Q14

What was the theme of the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog held on 11 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat@2047

The theme was 'Inclusive Human Development for Viksit Bharat@2047'.

Q15

Where was the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog held in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi

The meeting was held at the Rashtrapati Bhavan Cultural Centre, New Delhi.

Q16 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the 11th Governing Council Meeting of NITI Aayog (June 2026): 1. It was the first time the Chief Ministers of all 28 States participated in a Governing Council Meeting. 2. The Prime Minister called for a monitoring framework with targeted 100-day and five-year goals. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both statements are in the PIB release on the meeting.

Q17 Advanced

NITI Aayog, whose Governing Council met for the 11th time in June 2026, was constituted through which of the following?

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Correct answer: B — A resolution of the Union Cabinet dated 1 January 2015

NITI Aayog was constituted through a resolution of the Union Cabinet dated 1 January 2015.

Indian Navy safely recovers unexploded missile warhead from tanker MT Olympic Life off Kochi
Q18

From which merchant tanker did the Indian Navy recover an unexploded missile warhead off Kochi (announced June 2026)?

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Correct answer: A — MT Olympic Life

The warhead was recovered from the Marshall Islands-flagged tanker MT Olympic Life.

Q19 Advanced

Which naval command deployed the Explosive Ordnance Disposal team for the MT Olympic Life warhead recovery?

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Correct answer: C — Southern Naval Command

The Kochi-based Southern Naval Command deployed a specialist EOD team.

India delivers plenary statement at 114th International Labour Conference in Geneva
Q20

Who led the Indian delegation and delivered India's plenary statement at the 114th International Labour Conference in June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Shobha Karandlaje

MoS for Labour & Employment Shobha Karandlaje led the delegation and delivered the plenary statement in Geneva.

Q21 Advanced

At the 114th ILC, India highlighted the consolidation of how many central labour laws into four Labour Codes?

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Correct answer: C — 29

India consolidated 29 central labour laws into four Labour Codes.

Q22 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the International Labour Organization, which convened the 114th ILC in June 2026: 1. The ILO has functioned since 1919. 2. The ILO is the only tripartite agency of the United Nations, bringing together governments, employers and workers. 3. The ILO has over 190 member States. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct as per the ILO. Statement 3 is wrong: the ILO has 187 member States.

Horticulture output estimated at record 3,777.76 lakh tonne in 2025-26 (Second Advance Estimates)
Q23

According to the Second Advance Estimates of 2025-26 released in June 2026, total horticulture production in India is estimated at about how much?

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Correct answer: C — 3,777.76 lakh tonne

Total horticulture production for 2025-26 is estimated at 3,777.76 lakh tonne; 3,707.38 lakh tonne was the 2024-25 final figure.

Q24 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Second Advance Estimates of horticulture for 2025-26: 1. Fruit production is expected to grow faster than vegetable production. 2. Onion production is estimated to be higher than in 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1 only

Fruits are expected to grow 3.25% against 1.47% for vegetables, so statement 1 is correct. Onion is estimated at 307.37 lakh tonne against 307.67 lakh tonne in 2024-25, a slight fall, so statement 2 is wrong.

Q25 Advanced

As per the 2025-26 Second Advance Estimates, which vegetable has the largest estimated production among onion, potato and tomato?

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Correct answer: B — Potato

Potato is estimated at 598.89 lakh tonne, ahead of onion (307.37) and tomato (214.61).

FIFA World Cup 2026 opens: Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 at Mexico City Stadium
Q26

Which team did Mexico defeat in the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026 on 11 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — South Africa

Mexico beat South Africa 2-0 in the Group A opening match.

Q27 Advanced

Who scored the first goal of the FIFA World Cup 2026 in the opening match on 11 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Julián Quiñones

Julián Quiñones scored in the 9th minute; Raúl Jiménez added the second in the 67th minute.

Q28 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the opening match of the FIFA World Cup 2026: 1. The match was played at Mexico City Stadium. 2. Three players were sent off during the match. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

FIFA lists the venue as Mexico City Stadium, and FIFA, Concacaf and BBC report three red cards (Sithole, Zwane, Montes).

Cabinet resolution marks Narendra Modi becoming longest-serving elected PM for consecutive terms
Q29

As per the Union Cabinet resolution of 10 June 2026, whose record of continuous service as elected Prime Minister did Narendra Modi surpass?

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Correct answer: B — Jawaharlal Nehru

Narendra Modi surpassed Jawaharlal Nehru, who served 4,398 continuous days from 1952 to 1964.

Q30 Advanced

How many days of continuous service as an elected Prime Minister did Narendra Modi complete on 10 June 2026, as per the Cabinet resolution?

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Correct answer: D — 4,399

The resolution records 4,399 days of continuous service, one more than Nehru's 4,398.

Q31 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Cabinet resolution of 10 June 2026: 1. Jawaharlal Nehru's record of continuous service as elected PM covered the period 1952 to 1964. 2. The resolution notes that the Prime Minister is approaching 25 years of continuous service as Head of Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both points are in the Cabinet resolution as reported by PIB.

Sangeet Natak Akademi announces Fellowships, Awards and Yuva Puraskar for 2024 and 2025
Q32

How many eminent artists were elected as Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellows (Akademi Ratna) for 2024 and 2025, as announced in June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Seven

The General Council unanimously elected seven eminent personalities as Akademi Fellows.

Q33 Advanced

What prize money does the Sangeet Natak Akademi Fellowship (Akademi Ratna) carry?

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Correct answer: B — ₹3 lakh

The Fellowship carries ₹3 lakh, the Akademi Award ₹1 lakh and the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar ₹25,000.

Q34 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Sangeet Natak Akademi honours: 1. The Akademi Fellowship is restricted to 40 persons at any given time. 2. The Sangeet Natak Akademi Awards have been conferred since 1952. 3. The Sangeet Natak Akademi Award (Akademi Puraskar) carries a purse of ₹3 lakh. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are in the Ministry of Culture release. Statement 3 is wrong: the Akademi Award carries ₹1 lakh; ₹3 lakh is for the Fellowship.

Textile PLI Round-3: 22 new applicants approved; 96 companies with ₹12,822.67 crore committed investment
Q35

How many companies in total have been selected under Round-3 of the PLI Scheme for Textiles, as announced in June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — 96

96 companies have been selected under Round-3, including the 22 new applicants approved in June 2026.

Q36 Advanced

What is the total committed investment of the 96 companies selected under Round-3 of the Textile PLI Scheme?

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Correct answer: A — ₹12,822.67 crore

Committed investment is ₹12,822.67 crore; ₹58,294.18 crore is the projected turnover and ₹10,683 crore the scheme outlay.

Q37 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the PLI Scheme for Textiles: 1. The scheme was approved with a budgetary outlay of ₹10,683 crore. 2. It covers MMF apparel, MMF fabrics and segments/products of technical textiles. 3. It primarily targets cotton yarn and handloom products. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct as per PIB. Statement 3 is wrong: the scheme targets MMF apparel, MMF fabrics and technical textiles, not cotton yarn or handloom.

ECLGS 5.0 guarantees cross 1 lakh, worth ₹48,484.26 crore
Q38

As on 9 June 2026, what was the total amount of guarantees issued under ECLGS 5.0?

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Correct answer: A — ₹48,484.26 crore

1,06,549 guarantees worth ₹48,484.26 crore had been issued; ₹2,55,000 crore is the scheme's target for additional credit.

Q39 Advanced

Consider the following statements about ECLGS 5.0: 1. It was approved by the Union Cabinet on 5 May 2026. 2. It provides 100% guarantee cover to MSME loans and 90% to non-MSME loans. 3. Private sector banks account for most of the guarantees issued. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. Statement 3 is wrong: public sector banks account for 96% of the guarantees.

MoD signs ₹449 crore contract for 20 Enhanced Capability GNSS Jammers for Indian Navy
Q40

For which service did the Ministry of Defence sign a ₹449 crore contract for 20 Enhanced Capability GNSS Jammers on 10 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Indian Navy

The 20 ECGNSS Jammers are being procured for the Indian Navy.

Q41 Advanced

The ECGNSS Jammer contract signed in June 2026 falls under which procurement category, with what minimum indigenous content?

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Correct answer: D — Buy (Indian-IDDM), 75%

The contract is under the Buy (Indian-Indigenously Designed, Developed and Manufactured) category with minimum 75% indigenous content.

Holy Relics of Buddha's chief disciples return to India after 10-day exposition in Mongolia
Q42

The Holy Relics of Arhant Sariputra and Arhant Maudgalyayana were exposed for veneration at which monastery in Mongolia (May–June 2026)?

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Correct answer: A — Gandan Tegchenling Monastery

The 10-day exposition was held at the Gandan Tegchenling Monastery in Ulaanbaatar.

Q43 Advanced

Which state government partnered the National Museum of India in organising the exposition of the relics in Mongolia in 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Madhya Pradesh

The National Museum organised it with the Government of Madhya Pradesh, the Mahabodhi Society of Sri Lanka and the IBC.

PMSMA completes 10 years: J.P. Nadda launches 'A Decade of Care', releases ₹75 coin and ₹5 stamp
Q44

To mark 10 years of PMSMA on 9 June 2026, J.P. Nadda released a commemorative coin of what denomination?

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Correct answer: B — ₹75

A ₹75 commemorative coin and a ₹5 postal stamp were released.

Q45 Advanced

Under PMSMA, free antenatal care is provided to pregnant women by specialist doctors on which day of every month?

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Correct answer: C — 9th

PMSMA provides free antenatal care on the 9th day of every month.

Q46 Advanced

According to the Sample Registration System cited in June 2026, India's Maternal Mortality Ratio for 2022–24 stands at:

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Correct answer: A — 87 per lakh live births

MMR declined from 130 per lakh live births in 2014–16 to 87 in 2022–24.

Q47 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA): 1. It was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 9 June 2016. 2. It aims to provide free, comprehensive antenatal care through specialist doctors. 3. Its services are provided on the 1st day of every month. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct as per the Health Ministry. Statement 3 is wrong: PMSMA services are provided on the 9th day of every month.

Amit Shah inaugurates Land Port Management System 'VINIMAY' in New Delhi
Q48

What is the name of the Land Port Management System inaugurated by Amit Shah on 9 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — VINIMAY

The Land Port Management System is named VINIMAY.

Q49 Advanced

As per the Home Ministry (June 2026), how many land ports are currently operational in India?

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Correct answer: A — Fifteen

Fifteen land ports are operational, with 11 more planned over the next three years.

Q50 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Land Port Management System (VINIMAY): 1. It has eliminated about 90% of paperwork and introduced a Single Electronic Window. 2. Land port trade has grown from ₹5,000 crore in 2014 to ₹83,000 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

Both points are in the Home Ministry release of 9 June 2026.

Letters of Approval issued to University of Bristol, University of York and UNSW to set up campuses in India
Q51

Which foreign university received a Letter of Approval on 9 June 2026 to set up its campus in Bengaluru?

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Correct answer: D — University of New South Wales

UNSW will set up its campus in Bengaluru, while Bristol and York will set up campuses in Mumbai.

Q52 Advanced

In which city will the University of Bristol and the University of York set up their Indian campuses?

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Correct answer: B — Mumbai

Both Bristol and York will set up campuses in Mumbai.

Q53 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Letters of Approval issued on 9 June 2026: 1. They were handed over by the Chairman of the University Grants Commission. 2. Two of the three universities will set up their campuses in Mumbai. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Dr Vineet Joshi, Secretary (Higher Education) and UGC Chairman, handed them over; Bristol and York will set up campuses in Mumbai and UNSW in Bengaluru.

Centre unveils ₹1.25 lakh crore rural push; VB-G RAM G framework to roll out from 1 July 2026
Q54

From which date is the new 'Viksit Bharat G RAM G' rural development framework set to come into effect?

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Correct answer: A — 1 July 2026

The new arrangement comes into effect from 1 July 2026.

Q55 Advanced

What interim allocation was announced in June 2026 to accelerate rural employment and village development ahead of the VB-G RAM G rollout?

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Correct answer: D — ₹95,692 crore

A ₹95,692 crore interim allocation is part of the ₹1.25 lakh crore push; ₹30,000 crore is already allocated under MGNREGA.

Q56 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the 9 June 2026 review of the VB-G RAM G rollout: 1. Twenty-six States had made budgetary provisions for it. 2. Jharkhand, Karnataka, Telangana and Mizoram were urged to complete their budgetary process. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both points are in the Rural Development Ministry release.

PM Modi speaks with the Amir of Kuwait on West Asia situation
Q57

Who is the Amir of Kuwait with whom PM Narendra Modi spoke on 9 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah

The Amir of the State of Kuwait is Sheikh Meshal Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah.

Q58 Advanced

During the 9 June 2026 call with the Amir of Kuwait, PM Modi did which of the following?

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Correct answer: C — Reaffirmed India's condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and called for de-escalation

The PM reaffirmed India's strong condemnation of attacks on Kuwait's sovereignty and territorial integrity and called for de-escalation, dialogue and diplomacy.

Nation pays tribute to Bhagwan Birsa Munda on his martyrdom day
Q59

Bhagwan Birsa Munda, whose martyrdom day was observed on 9 June 2026, led which movement against British rule?

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Correct answer: B — Ulgulan

Birsa Munda gave the call for 'Ulgulan' (revolution) against British rule.

Q60 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Bhagwan Birsa Munda: 1. He was born on 15 November 1875 at Ulihatu in present-day Jharkhand. 2. His birth anniversary is observed as Janjatiya Gaurav Divas. 3. He breathed his last in Kolkata. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct as per PIB. Statement 3 is wrong: Birsa Munda breathed his last in Ranchi.

India and Japan adopt Rules of Implementation for Joint Crediting Mechanism under Article 6.2 of Paris Agreement
Q61

On 8 June 2026, India adopted the Rules of Implementation of the Joint Crediting Mechanism (JCM) with which country?

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Correct answer: B — Japan

India and Japan adopted the Rule of Implementation of the JCM on 8 June 2026.

Q62 Advanced

The India–Japan Joint Crediting Mechanism operates under which provision of the Paris Agreement?

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Correct answer: D — Article 6.2

The Rule of Implementation was adopted under Article 6.2 of the Paris Agreement.

Q63 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Article 6 of the Paris Agreement: 1. Article 6.2 provides accounting and reporting guidance for Parties to use internationally transferred mitigation outcomes towards their NDCs. 2. Article 6.8 establishes a new UNFCCC mechanism to trade high-quality carbon credits. 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: Article 6.4 establishes the new UNFCCC crediting mechanism; Article 6.8 covers non-market approaches (UNFCCC).

Piyush Goyal launches BHAVYA Portal for 100 industrial parks under Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana
Q64

BHAVYA, whose portal was launched on 8 June 2026, stands for:

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Correct answer: A — Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana

BHAVYA is the Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana.

Q65 Advanced

Which organisation is the Project Management Agency for the BHAVYA scheme?

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Correct answer: C — NICDC

The National Industrial Corridor Development Corporation (NICDC) is designated as the Project Management Agency.

Q66 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the BHAVYA scheme: 1. It aims to develop 100 industrial parks with a Cabinet-approved outlay of ₹33,660 crore. 2. Land for the parks will be provided by the Central Government. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: land will be provided by the State Governments, while the Centre supports infrastructure through NICDC.

President confers 7 Kirti Chakras, 15 Vir Chakras and 29 Shaurya Chakras at Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I)
Q67

How many Kirti Chakras were conferred at the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I) on 8 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — 7

The President conferred 7 Kirti Chakras (2 posthumous), 15 Vir Chakras and 29 Shaurya Chakras.

Q68 Advanced

Before January 1967, the Kirti Chakra was known as:

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Correct answer: D — Ashoka Chakra Class-II

Ashoka Chakra Class-I, II and III were instituted on 4 January 1952 and renamed Ashoka Chakra, Kirti Chakra and Shaurya Chakra in January 1967 (Gallantry Awards portal, MoD).

Q69 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I): 1. It was held at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi on 8 June 2026. 2. 29 Shaurya Chakras, including one posthumous, were conferred. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

Both are stated in the Defence Ministry release of 8 June 2026.

Q70 Advanced

In the order of precedence of gallantry awards, which of the following ranks above the Kirti Chakra?

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Correct answer: C — Maha Vir Chakra

The order of precedence is Param Vir Chakra, Ashoka Chakra, Maha Vir Chakra, Kirti Chakra, Vir Chakra and Shaurya Chakra (Gallantry Awards portal, MoD).

Mandaviya felicitates India's U-18 hockey teams after Asia Cup title and bronze
Q71

India's U-18 men's hockey team won the U-18 Asia Cup 2026 by defeating which team in the final?

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Correct answer: D — Japan

The team beat hosts Japan 4-1 in the final at Kakamigahara.

Q72 Advanced

Who captained India's U-18 women's hockey team that won bronze at the U-18 Asia Cup 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Sweety Kujur

The women's team, led by captain Sweety Kujur, won bronze by beating Korea 3-0.

Report of Committee on Datasets for State Finance Commissions released
Q73

Who released the Report of the Committee on Datasets for State Finance Commissions on 8 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Chief Economic Adviser Dr V. Anantha Nageswaran

CEA Dr V. Anantha Nageswaran released the report in New Delhi.

Q74 Advanced

State Finance Commissions, which assess the finances of Panchayati Raj Institutions, are constituted under which Article of the Constitution?

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Correct answer: A — Article 243-I

The Panchayati Raj Ministry release states that State Finance Commissions are constituted under Article 243-I.

Q75 Advanced

The report recommended a CAG performance audit of the implementation of which Constitutional Amendment across States?

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Correct answer: C — 73rd Amendment

The report recommends that the CAG undertake a performance audit of the implementation of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment across States.

24 Indian seafarers rescued after missile attack on tanker MT Marivex off Masirah, Oman
Q76

The tanker MT Marivex, attacked off Masirah, Oman on 8 June 2026 with 24 Indian crew on board, was flagged in:

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Correct answer: D — Palau

MT Marivex is a Palau-flagged tanker.

Q77 Advanced

Who rescued the 24 Indian crew members of MT Marivex on 8 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Oman Navy helicopters

OMSC confirmed that all 24 crew were rescued by Oman Navy helicopters; ICG's MRCC Mumbai coordinated with OMSC.

India secures continued EU market access for aquaculture, honey, eggs and animal casings beyond September 2026
Q78

India secured continued EU market access beyond September 2026 for which group of products?

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Correct answer: B — Aquaculture products, eggs, honey and animal casings

India was included on the EU list of countries authorised to export aquaculture products, eggs, honey and animal casings.

Q79 Advanced

The EU amended Regulation (EU) 2021/405 through Implementing Regulation (EU) 2026/1189 in view of concerns over:

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Correct answer: D — Antimicrobial Resistance

The amendment was made in view of growing concerns relating to Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).

e-Jagriti wins Silver Award at National Awards for e-Governance 2026
Q80

Which award did the e-Jagriti platform win at the National Awards for e-Governance 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Silver Award

e-Jagriti won the Silver Award under Category I at NAeG 2026.

Q81 Advanced

The e-Jagriti consumer grievance platform was launched on:

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Correct answer: D — 1 January 2025

e-Jagriti was launched on 1 January 2025.

Q82 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. e-Jagriti unified four legacy applications — OCMS, e-Daakhil, NCDRC CMS and CONFONET. 2. The National Awards for e-Governance are presented by the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: NAeG is presented by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).