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State Police Current Affairs Quiz — Last 6 months

Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.

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'Nyaya Prabodh' legal awareness campaign launched at Dharamshala Tele-Law workshop and Reforms Utsav
Q1

Where was the 'Nyaya Prabodh – Awakening to Justice' legal awareness campaign launched on 15 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh

Nyaya Prabodh was launched at the Tele-Law regional workshop and Reforms Utsav in Dharamshala, Kangra.

Q2 Advanced

The Tele-Law regional workshop held at Dharamshala in June 2026 was organised under which scheme of the Department of Justice?

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Correct answer: B — DISHA scheme

The workshop was held under the Tele-Law programme of the DISHA (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice) scheme.

Q3 Advanced

Consider the following statements in the context of the 'Nyaya Prabodh' campaign launched in June 2026: 1. Article 39-A of the Constitution relates to equal justice and free legal aid. 2. Nyaya Prabodh is a year-long legal awareness campaign. 3. DISHA is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme implemented by state legal services authorities. 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. Statement 3 is wrong: DISHA is a Central Sector Scheme implemented by the Department of Justice.

Kavach sanctioned on 811 route km of Northern Railway's Ambala Division at ₹201 crore
Q4

Kavach installation sanctioned in June 2026 for the balance sections of Northern Railway's Ambala Division covers how many route kilometres?

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Correct answer: A — 811 route km

The Ambala Division project covers 811 route km at a cost of ₹201 crore.

Q5 Advanced

Which of the following routes is covered by the Kavach work sanctioned for the Ambala Division in June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Kalka–Chandigarh–New Morinda–Sahnewal

The release lists Kalka–Chandigarh–New Morinda–Sahnewal among the covered routes, along with Ambala Cantonment–Ludhiana and others.

Two new NCC State Directorates approved for Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand, raising total to 19
Q6

In which two states did the Ministry of Defence approve new independent NCC State Directorates in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand

New independent NCC State Directorates were approved in Andhra Pradesh and Jharkhand.

Q7 Advanced

After the approval of two new State Directorates in June 2026, how many NCC State Directorates are there in total?

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Correct answer: A — 19

The total number of NCC State Directorates increased from 17 to 19.

Q8 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the National Cadet Corps (NCC): 1. NCC was established in 1948 with an initial strength of 20,000 cadets. 2. NCC now has over 20 lakh cadets. 3. NCC is present in more than 750 districts. 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, which calls NCC the world's largest uniformed youth organisation.

India's April–May 2026-27 exports estimated at US$ 162.69 billion, up 14.66%
Q9

India's cumulative exports (merchandise and services) for April–May 2026-27 are estimated at about how much?

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Correct answer: A — US$ 162.69 billion

Cumulative exports for April–May 2026-27 are estimated at US$ 162.69 billion, up 14.66% from US$ 141.89 billion.

Q10 Advanced

Among the major drivers of merchandise export growth in May 2026, which category recorded the highest growth rate over May 2025?

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Correct answer: C — Petroleum Products

Petroleum products exports grew 54.89%, ahead of engineering goods (24.48%), chemicals (12.71%), electronics (11.62%) and gems & jewellery (6.66%).

PLFS monthly bulletin for May 2026: LFPR 54.4%, urban unemployment rate 6.4%
Q11

According to the PLFS monthly bulletin, what was the Labour Force Participation Rate (15+ years) in May 2026?

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Correct answer: B — 54.4%

LFPR for persons aged 15 years and above was 54.4% in May 2026 (CWS).

Q12 Advanced

In the PLFS, the Current Weekly Status (CWS) of a person is determined on the basis of which reference period?

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Correct answer: D — Last 7 days preceding the survey

CWS is the activity status based on a reference period of the last 7 days preceding the date of survey.

Q13 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the PLFS monthly bulletin for May 2026: 1. The Worker Population Ratio (15+ years) was 51.4%. 2. The unemployment rate (15+ years) in urban areas declined to 6.4%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both figures are given in the MoSPI release on the May 2026 bulletin.

Foundation stone laid for ₹31.21 crore Integrated Aqua Park at Bhojpur; NFDB Regional Centre opens in Patna
Q14

Where is the Integrated Aqua Park whose foundation stone was laid on 15 June 2026 under PMMSY?

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Correct answer: B — Vanasaur Fish Seed Farm, Bhojpur, Bihar

The Integrated Aqua Park is at Vanasaur Fish Seed Farm, Bhojpur, approved at ₹31.21 crore under PMMSY.

Q15 Advanced

According to the Fisheries Ministry (June 2026), Bihar has moved up from 9th to which position among inland fish-producing states?

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Correct answer: C — 4th

Fish production in Bihar has more than doubled, moving the state from 9th to 4th among inland fish-producing states.

Q16 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the fisheries initiatives in Bihar on 15 June 2026: 1. The Integrated Aqua Park has been approved at ₹31.21 crore under PMMSY. 2. An NFDB Regional Centre was inaugurated at Patna. 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 Fisheries Ministry release of 15 June 2026.

19th Mumbai International Film Festival opens at Ravindra Natya Mandir
Q17

Which organisation organises the Mumbai International Film Festival (MIFF)?

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Correct answer: D — National Film Development Corporation (NFDC)

MIFF is organised by the NFDC under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.

Q18 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Mumbai International Film Festival 2026: 1. The 19th edition opened at Ravindra Natya Mandir, Mumbai. 2. MIFF is described as South Asia's oldest and largest festival dedicated to non-feature films. 3. MIFF is limited to documentary films. 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. Statement 3 is wrong: MIFF covers documentary, short fiction, animation and AI-generated films.

Foundation stone laid for ₹170 crore MSME Technology Centre at Khizarsarai, Gaya Ji
Q19

The MSME Technology Centre whose foundation stone was laid on 15 June 2026 at Khizarsarai, Gaya Ji, has a total investment of how much?

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Correct answer: B — ₹170 crore

The centre involves a total investment of ₹170 crore: about ₹86 crore for civil works and ₹84 crore for plant and machinery.

Q20 Advanced

Which focus sectors will the MSME Technology Centre at Gaya Ji cater to?

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Correct answer: C — General Engineering, Heavy Engineering and Textile Testing

The centre will focus on General Engineering, Heavy Engineering and Textile Testing.

Modi–Macron talks at Villa Kerylos, Nice: Innovation Roadmap 2030, AI governance working group and ISRO–CNES pact
Q21

Where did PM Narendra Modi and President Emmanuel Macron hold official talks on 14 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Villa Kerylos, Nice

The talks were held at Villa Kerylos in Nice on 14 June 2026.

Q22 Advanced

The Joint India–France AI Working Group created during PM Modi's June 2026 visit to France is focused on which area?

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Correct answer: C — AI governance

The list of outcomes mentions a Joint India–France AI Working Group focused on AI governance.

Q23 Advanced

Under the outcomes of PM Modi's June 2026 visit to France, how many additional Indian start-ups will be incubated at Station F?

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Correct answer: D — 10

The outcomes include incubation of an additional 10 Indian start-ups at Station F.

Q24 Advanced

Consider the following statements about India–France relations: 1. India–France ties were elevated to a 'Special Global Strategic Partnership' on 17 February 2026. 2. The India–France Year of Innovation 2026 was jointly inaugurated by PM Modi and President Macron. 3. The Nice talks of 14 June 2026 were the second meeting of the two leaders since the elevation of ties. 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 in the Innovation Roadmap 2030 text. Statement 3 is wrong: the PMO says the Nice talks were the first meeting since the elevation.

Q25 Advanced

The Letter of Intent between ISRO and CNES signed during PM Modi's June 2026 France visit concerns cooperation in which field?

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Correct answer: C — Microgravity research and human space exploration

The ISRO–CNES Letter of Intent concerns cooperation in microgravity research and human space exploration.

PM Modi and President Macron inaugurate maiden Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice
Q26

Where was the maiden edition of Bharat Innovates 2026 inaugurated on 14 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Palais des Expositions, Nice

PM Modi and President Macron inaugurated Bharat Innovates 2026 at the Palais des Expositions, Nice.

Q27 Advanced

Bharat Innovates 2026 was organised by the Government of India as an initiative of which ministry?

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Correct answer: D — Ministry of Education

Bharat Innovates was organised as an initiative of the Union Ministry of Education.

Q28 Advanced

How many deep-tech start-ups were presented at Bharat Innovates 2026 in Nice?

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Correct answer: A — 120

Bharat Innovates presented 120 start-ups and over 20 Institutes of Excellence across 13 technology pillars.

Q29 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Bharat Innovates 2026: 1. The Nice event was the first Bharat Innovates held outside India. 2. It is a three-day event. 3. It showcases innovations across 13 critical technology pillars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1, 2 and 3

All three are stated in the PMO and Ministry of Education releases of 14 June 2026.

Six new urea plants since 2014 add 76.2 LMT capacity; urea output hit record 314.07 LMT in 2023-24
Q30

According to the Department of Fertilizers (June 2026), India's domestic urea production reached an all-time high of how much in 2023-24?

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Correct answer: B — 314.07 LMT

Urea production rose from 225 LMT in 2014-15 to a record 314.07 LMT in 2023-24.

Q31 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the Department of Fertilizers note of June 2026: 1. Six new mega urea plants set up since 2014 have added annual capacity of 76.2 LMT. 2. P&K fertiliser manufacturing reached a record 211.22 LMT in 2024-25. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both figures are given in the Department of Fertilizers release.

National Highway network grows from 91,287 km in 2014 to 1,46,572 km; Delhi–Mumbai Expressway to be longest access-controlled expressway
Q32

According to the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways (June 2026), the National Highway network grew from about 91,287 km in 2014 to over how many km in FY 2025-26?

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Correct answer: D — 1,46,572 km

The network grew to over 1,46,572 km in FY 2025-26, nearly 61% more than in 2014.

Q33 Advanced

What is the planned length of the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, set to become India's longest access-controlled expressway?

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Correct answer: A — About 1,386 km

The Delhi–Mumbai Expressway has a planned length of about 1,386 km and an estimated cost of around ₹1 lakh crore.

Q34 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway and highway construction: 1. The first completed section of the Delhi–Mumbai Expressway, the 246-km Delhi–Dausa–Lalsot stretch, was inaugurated on 12 February 2023. 2. National Highway construction pace reached nearly 34 km per day in 2025. 3. The Delhi–Mumbai Expressway passes through Punjab. 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. Statement 3 is wrong: the expressway connects Delhi, Haryana, Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat and Maharashtra.

Project Great Indian Bustard adds three chicks; captive stock reaches 94
Q35

According to Union Minister Bhupender Yadav on 14 June 2026, the captive stock of Great Indian Bustards under Project GIB has reached how many birds?

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Correct answer: C — 94

The captive stock grew to 94 birds after three new chicks.

Q36 Advanced

How many Great Indian Bustard chicks have hatched so far in the fourth year of captive breeding (as of 14 June 2026)?

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Correct answer: B — 26

In the fourth year of captive breeding, 26 chicks have hatched so far.

Q37 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Project Great Indian Bustard (June 2026): 1. Of the chicks hatched in the fourth year of captive breeding, 18 came through artificial insemination. 2. Three chicks have hatched in the wild in Rajasthan through a 'jumpstart' intervention. 3. All chicks hatched this year came from wild-collected eggs. 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: only four of the 26 chicks came from wild-collected eggs.

Shivraj Singh Chouhan lays foundation of model Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Berkhedi Jetu, Vidisha
Q38

Where did Union Agriculture Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan lay the foundation stone of a model Krishi Vigyan Kendra on 14 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Berkhedi Jetu, Vidisha

The model KVK foundation stone was laid at Berkhedi Jetu in Vidisha, Madhya Pradesh.

Q39 Advanced

The model Krishi Vigyan Kendra at Vidisha is planned as a live laboratory of modern farming over what area?

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Correct answer: D — 49 acres

The model KVK is described as a 49-acre live laboratory of modern farming.

Q40 Advanced

The scientific farming roadmap presented at Vidisha on 14 June 2026 covers which group of Madhya Pradesh districts?

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Correct answer: B — Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore, Dewas

The roadmap is for Vidisha, Raisen, Sehore and Dewas districts, with a focus on integrated farming.

Ministry of Ayush sets Guinness World Record for most viewers of a YouTube live Yoga stream
Q41

How many verified viewers did the Ministry of Ayush record when it set the Guinness World Record for a YouTube live Yoga stream in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 4,35,831

The Ministry recorded 4,35,831 verified viewers.

Q42 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Ministry of Ayush Guinness World Record of June 2026: 1. The previous record of 2,46,252 viewers had been set in 2024. 2. The record attempt was part of outreach for International Day of Yoga 2026. 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 Ministry of Ayush release.

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth appointed next Chief of the Army Staff from 30 June 2026
Q43

Who has been appointed the next Chief of the Army Staff with effect from 30 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth

The Government appointed Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, Vice Chief of the Army Staff, as the next Chief from the afternoon of 30 June 2026.

Q44 Advanced

Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth, the Chief of the Army Staff-designate, was commissioned in December 1986 into which arm?

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Correct answer: D — Armoured Corps

He was commissioned into the Armoured Corps in December 1986.

Q45 Advanced

As an Army Commander, Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth earned the rare distinction of commanding which two operational Army Commands?

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Correct answer: A — South Western Command and Southern Command

He commanded South Western Command and Southern Command for over two and a half years.

Q46 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. Under Article 53(2) of the Constitution, the supreme command of the Defence Forces of the Union is vested in the President. 2. Lt Gen Dhiraj Seth was serving as Vice Chief of the Army Staff when appointed the next Army Chief. 3. General Upendra Dwivedi retires on 30 June 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1, 2 and 3

Statement 1 is from Article 53(2). Statements 2 and 3 are in the Ministry of Defence release of 13 June 2026.

First batch of women cadets trained at NDA commissioned; President reviews IMA passing out parade
Q47

How many women cadets were in the first batch trained at the National Defence Academy to be commissioned (May–June 2026)?

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Correct answer: D — 17

The batch had 17 women cadets: nine Army, five Air Force and three Navy officers.

Q48 Advanced

The first batch of women cadets commissioned from the NDA in 2026 joined the academy in August 2022 as part of which course?

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Correct answer: B — 148th Course

The women cadets joined the NDA in August 2022 as part of the 148th Course.

Q49 Advanced

How many women from the first NDA batch were commissioned into the Army at the IMA Dehradun Passing Out Parade on 13 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Nine

Nine officers were commissioned into the Army at the POP of the 158th Regular Course at IMA Dehradun.

Q50 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the commissioning of the first batch of NDA-trained women cadets: 1. President Droupadi Murmu reviewed the IMA Passing Out Parade of the 158th Regular Course and the 141st Technical Graduate Course. 2. Three officers were commissioned into the Indian Navy at the Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala, on 28 May 2026. 3. Five officers were commissioned into the Indian Air Force at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — 1, 2 and 3

All three are stated in the Ministry of Defence and President's Secretariat releases of 13 June 2026.

16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting in Indore adopts 'Indore Declaration'
Q51

Where was the 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting held on 12–13 June 2026 under India's Presidency?

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Correct answer: C — Indore

The meeting was held in Indore, Madhya Pradesh, and adopted the Indore Declaration.

Q52 Advanced

Which institution will provide initial coordination for the BRICS Network of Centres of Excellence on Agroecology and Regenerative Agriculture agreed at Indore?

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Correct answer: A — ICAR–Indian Institute of Farming Systems Research, Modipuram

Initial coordination is by ICAR-IIFSR, Modipuram, which will also serve as the Centre of Excellence on Natural Farming in India.

Q53 Advanced

In the BRICS 'AGRIN' Framework agreed at Indore in June 2026, what does AGRIN stand for?

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Correct answer: D — Agro-Inputs, Genetic Resources and Information Network

AGRIN stands for Agro-Inputs, Genetic Resources and Information Network, to strengthen collaboration on seeds, inputs and genetic resources.

Q54 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the outcomes of the 16th BRICS Agriculture Ministers' Meeting (June 2026): 1. The Joint Declaration was adopted unanimously. 2. A Global Forum on Farmers' Rights in Seed Systems was launched. 3. Members agreed to transform the BRICS Agricultural Research Platform into a 'Knowledge-to-Action Hub'. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — 1, 2 and 3

All three are stated in the Ministry of Agriculture release of 13 June 2026.

Start-ups grew from about 350 to 2.3 lakh, creating nearly 25 lakh jobs: Dr Jitendra Singh
Q55

According to Dr Jitendra Singh (June 2026), the number of start-ups in India has grown from around 350 to about how many?

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Correct answer: A — 2.3 lakh

Start-ups grew from around 350 to about 2.3 lakh ventures.

Q56 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on Dr Jitendra Singh's remarks of 13 June 2026: 1. India's start-up movement has created nearly 24–25 lakh jobs over the last decade. 2. India is the world's second-largest start-up ecosystem. 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: the release calls India the world's third-largest start-up ecosystem.

National Biodiversity Authority reconstitutes Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity under Dr P. L. Gautam
Q57 Advanced

Under which provision has the National Biodiversity Authority reconstituted its Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity (June 2026)?

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Correct answer: C — Section 13(1) of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002

The committee was reconstituted under Section 13(1) of the Biological Diversity Act, 2002, for one year.

Q58 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the NBA's Expert Committee on Agrobiodiversity (June 2026): 1. It has been reconstituted for a period of one year. 2. Dr P. L. Gautam, a former Chairperson of both the NBA and PPVFRA, is its Chair. 3. The Chairperson of PPVFRA serves as its Co-Chair. 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 Environment release. The committee has advised the NBA since 2005.

231 Flight Cadets commissioned at Air Force Academy, Dundigal; Rajnath Singh reviews 217 Course parade
Q59

How many Flight Cadets were commissioned into the IAF at the Combined Graduation Parade at AFA Dundigal on 13 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — 231

A total of 231 Flight Cadets (194 men and 37 women) were commissioned.

Q60 Advanced

Who reviewed the Combined Graduation Parade of the 217 Course at the Air Force Academy, Dundigal, on 13 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh reviewed the parade and awarded the President's Commission.

Q61 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the AFA Dundigal Combined Graduation Parade of 13 June 2026: 1. 37 women were among the Flight Cadets commissioned. 2. Two officers from Vietnam were awarded 'Wings'. 3. No Indian Coast Guard officers were awarded 'Wings'. 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: three Indian Coast Guard officers were awarded Wings, along with nine from the Navy.

National Institute of Urban Affairs marks 50 years with 'Resilient Urban India @2047' theme
Q62

The National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), which marked 50 years in June 2026, functions under which ministry?

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Correct answer: B — Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

NIUA is a think tank under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.

Q63 Advanced

What was the theme of NIUA's golden jubilee celebrations held on 13 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Resilient Urban India @2047

The golden jubilee was organised under the theme 'Resilient Urban India @2047'.

Q64 Advanced

Consider the following statements about NIUA's 50-year celebration: 1. The exhibition traced NIUA's work since 1976. 2. The celebration was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi. 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 Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs release.

Rajnath Singh inaugurates Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDL, Hyderabad
Q65

At which DRDO laboratory did Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh inaugurate an Advanced Weapon System Complex on 12 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL), Hyderabad

The complex was inaugurated at DRDL, Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex, Hyderabad.

Q66 Advanced

'Mission Sudarshan Chakra', described by Rajnath Singh in June 2026 as India's future multi-level missile defence system, was announced in which address?

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Correct answer: A — PM's 2025 Independence Day address

Rajnath Singh said Mission Sudarshan Chakra was announced by PM Modi in his 2025 Independence Day address.

Q67 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the event at DRDL on 12 June 2026: 1. DRDL is part of the Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Missile Complex in Hyderabad. 2. Rajnath Singh cited the performance of indigenous missile systems during Operation Sindoor. 3. Mission Sudarshan Chakra is planned as a single-layer air defence system. 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: Mission Sudarshan Chakra is described as a multi-level missile defence system.

Retail inflation at 3.93% in May 2026 on new CPI base 2024; food inflation 4.78%
Q68

What was all-India retail inflation (CPI, base 2024) for May 2026, as released on 12 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — 3.93%

Headline CPI inflation for May 2026 was 3.93% (provisional).

Q69 Advanced

What was food inflation based on the All India Consumer Food Price Index (CFPI) for May 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 4.78%

CFPI-based food inflation for May 2026 was 4.78% (provisional).

Q70 Advanced

According to the CPI release for May 2026, how did rural and urban retail inflation compare?

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Correct answer: B — Rural 4.25%, urban 3.53%

Rural inflation was 4.25% and urban inflation was 3.53%.

Q71 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the CPI release of 12 June 2026: 1. The CPI series used has 2024 as its base year (2024=100). 2. The release is issued by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation. 3. Rural inflation in May 2026 was higher than urban inflation. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3

All three are correct: the series is on base 2024=100, released by MoSPI, and rural inflation (4.25%) exceeded urban (3.53%).

3,011 trainees of Batch 01/26, including 116 women Agniveers, pass out at INS Chilka
Q72

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.

Q73 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
Q74 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.

Q75 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
Q76

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.

Q77 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.

Q78 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
Q79

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.

Q80 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%.

Q81 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
Q82

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.

Q83 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).

Q84 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.

Department of Posts launches drone-based mail between Mandi and Rehardhar in Himachal Pradesh
Q85

Between which two post offices did the Department of Posts launch drone-based mail transmission from 12 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Mandi HPO and Rehardhar BO

The service runs between Mandi Head Post Office and Rehardhar Branch Post Office in Himachal Pradesh.

Q86 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Department of Posts drone mail initiative (June 2026): 1. Drone transmission has cut the Mandi–Rehardhar transit time from over two hours to about seven minutes. 2. Drone mail is planned on around 150 routes in Himachal Pradesh and Assam over the next two to three months. 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 Ministry of Communications release.