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UP Police Current Affairs Quiz — Last 12 months

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Raksha Mantri approves first large-scale solar power project on defence land at Sitapur, UP
Q1

Where will the first large-scale solar power project on defence land, approved by the Raksha Mantri in June 2026, be set up?

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Correct answer: B — Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh

The project will come up at Sitapur (Ex-Cantonment), Uttar Pradesh.

Q2 Advanced

What is the capacity of the Solar-BESS project approved on defence land at Sitapur?

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Correct answer: D — 250 MW

It is a 250 MW Solar Power Project with Battery Energy Storage System.

Q3 Advanced

Through which entity will the Sitapur Solar-BESS project on defence land be developed?

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Correct answer: A — NTPC

The project will be developed through NTPC under the Ministry of Defence's initiative for optimum use of vacant defence land.

Letters of Approval issued to University of Bristol, University of York and UNSW to set up campuses in India
Q4

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.

Q5 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.

Q6 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
Q7

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.

Q8 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.

Q9 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
Q10

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.

Q11 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
Q12

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.

Q13 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
Q14

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.

Q15 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.

Q16 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
Q17

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.

Q18 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.

Q19 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.

Mandaviya felicitates India's U-18 hockey teams after Asia Cup title and bronze
Q20

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.

Q21 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
Q22

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.

Q23 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.

Q24 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
Q25

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.

Q26 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
Q27

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.

Q28 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).

New Regional Meteorological Centre launched at Lucknow
Q29

Where was a new Regional Meteorological Centre launched on 8 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Lucknow

Dr Jitendra Singh and CM Yogi Adityanath launched the new RMC at Lucknow.

Q30 Advanced

According to Dr Jitendra Singh on 8 June 2026, how many Doppler Weather Radars does India's network have now?

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Correct answer: A — 50

India had 17 Doppler Weather Radars in 2014; the network has now expanded to 50.

Q31 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. India had 17 Doppler Weather Radars in 2014. 2. About 50 more Doppler Weather Radars are proposed under Mission Mausam, taking the total to nearly 100 over the next two years. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both figures were stated by Dr Jitendra Singh at the Lucknow launch.

e-Jagriti wins Silver Award at National Awards for e-Governance 2026
Q32

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.

Q33 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.

Q34 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).

World Food Safety Day 2026: 'From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere'
Q35

What is the theme of World Food Safety Day 2026?

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Correct answer: D — From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere

The WHO–FAO theme for 2026 is 'From burden to solutions – safe food everywhere'.

Q36 Advanced

World Food Safety Day is marked every year on 7 June by which two UN agencies, together with national authorities?

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Correct answer: B — FAO and WHO

FAO and WHO, together with national authorities and others, mark World Food Safety Day every year on 7 June.

Q37 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. World Food Safety Day is observed on 7 June. 2. WHO's 2026 foodborne disease estimates will include first-ever national-level estimates. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are stated on the WHO and FAO World Food Safety Day pages.

Indian households pay among the lowest cooking gas prices in the world: Petroleum Ministry
Q38

According to the Petroleum Ministry on 7 June 2026, what effective price does a PMUY beneficiary pay for a 14.2 kg LPG cylinder?

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Correct answer: A — ₹642

A PMUY beneficiary pays an effective ₹642; the general Delhi consumer pays ₹942.

Q39 Advanced

What targeted subsidy do Ujjwala households receive on LPG, as stated on 7 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — ₹300 a cylinder on the first four refills each year

Ujjwala households receive ₹300 a cylinder on the first four refills each year — ₹1,200 per beneficiary a year.

Q40 Advanced

Consider the following statements based on the Petroleum Ministry's note of 7 June 2026: 1. Cumulative under-recovery on domestic LPG reached ₹60,000 crore by the end of the last financial year. 2. The Union Cabinet approved compensation of ₹30,000 crore to the oil marketing companies. 3. The Saudi CP for LPG has fallen by about 46% since February. 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: the Saudi CP for LPG has risen by about 46% since February.

Alexander Zverev wins Roland-Garros 2026, his first Grand Slam title
Q41

Who won the men's singles title at Roland-Garros (French Open) 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Alexander Zverev

Alexander Zverev beat Flavio Cobolli in the final on 7 June 2026.

Q42 Advanced

Alexander Zverev, the Roland-Garros 2026 men's champion, became the first man from which country to win Roland-Garros in the Open era?

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Correct answer: A — Germany

Zverev became the first German man to win Roland-Garros in the Open era.

Q43 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Roland-Garros 2026 men's final: 1. It was Alexander Zverev's first Grand Slam singles title. 2. Zverev beat Italy's Flavio Cobolli in five sets. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Zverev won his maiden Grand Slam by beating Cobolli 6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1.

India and Nepal Foreign Ministers hold talks in New Delhi; MLAA processes completed
Q44

Nepal's Foreign Minister who held talks with S. Jaishankar in New Delhi on 6 June 2026 was:

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Correct answer: C — Shishir Khanal

Nepal's Minister for Foreign Affairs Shishir Khanal held bilateral talks with Jaishankar in New Delhi on 6 June 2026.

Q45 Advanced

During the India–Nepal talks of 6 June 2026, both Ministers welcomed the completion of internal processes for the entry into force of which agreement?

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Correct answer: A — Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement in Criminal Matters

Both Ministers welcomed completion of internal processes for the India–Nepal Mutual Legal Assistance Agreement in Criminal Matters (MLAA).

Q46 Advanced

On 6 June 2026, India handed over 72 health facilities and 12 cultural heritage sector projects to Nepal. Under which programme were these completed?

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Correct answer: D — Post-2015 Earthquake Reconstruction Assistance

The projects were completed under India's post-2015 'Earthquake Reconstruction Assistance' to Nepal.

Q47 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Nepal Foreign Minister Shishir Khanal's visit to India in June 2026: 1. It was the first Foreign Minister-level visit since Nepal's new Government took office in March 2026. 2. During the visit, Khanal also met National Security Advisor Ajit Doval. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

Both statements are in the Embassy of India's note on the visit.

India win bronze at Women's U18 Asia Cup 2026, beating Korea 3-0
Q48

India won the bronze medal at the Women's U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026 on 6 June 2026 by defeating:

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Correct answer: D — Korea

India beat Korea 3-0 in the bronze-medal match at Kakamigahara, Japan.

Q49 Advanced

Which team won the gold medal at the Women's U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026?

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Correct answer: A — China

China beat Japan 2-1 in the gold-medal match (FIH results).

Digital India BHASHINI signs MoU with Kathmandu University for 'Voice First' language platform for Nepal
Q50

On 6 June 2026, Digital India BHASHINI signed an MoU for a 'Voice First' language translation platform for Nepal with:

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Correct answer: D — Kathmandu University

The MoU was signed with Kathmandu University's Centre for Digital Public Infrastructure & Artificial Intelligence (DPI-AI).

Q51 Advanced

The Digital India BHASHINI Division functions under which Union Ministry?

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Correct answer: B — Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology

The PIB release describes DIBD as part of the Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY).

Q52 Advanced

Who signed the BHASHINI–Kathmandu University MoU of 6 June 2026 on behalf of the Digital India BHASHINI Division?

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Correct answer: A — Amitabh Nag

The MoU was signed by Amitabh Nag, CEO, Digital India BHASHINI Division, and Prof. Bal Krishna Bal of Kathmandu University.

Department of Consumer Affairs prescribes standard pack sizes for edible oils
Q53 Advanced

Under the amended SoP announced on 6 June 2026, which of the following is NOT a permitted standard pack size for edible oils?

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Correct answer: C — 10 litre/kg

The permitted sizes are 200 ml/g, 500 ml/g and 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 15 and 20 litre/kg; 10 litre/kg is not in the list.

Q54 Advanced

When edible oil quantity is shown in volume, the requirement to also declare equivalent weight follows which rules?

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Correct answer: A — Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011

The release says the equivalent-weight declaration will follow the Legal Metrology (Packaged Commodities) Rules, 2011.

Q55 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the standard pack sizes for edible oils announced on 6 June 2026: 1. The provisions apply only to domestically manufactured edible oils. 2. Packages below 200 ml or 200 g remain outside standardisation. 3. A three-month transition period has been provided. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 2 and 3 only

Statements 2 and 3 are correct. The provisions apply to both domestic and imported edible oils.

India win Men's U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026, beating hosts Japan 4-1 in final
Q56

India won the Men's U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026 by defeating which team in the final?

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Correct answer: B — Japan

India beat hosts Japan 4-1 in the gold-medal match at Kakamigahara.

Q57 Advanced

Who scored a hat-trick for India in the final of the Men's U18 Hockey Asia Cup 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Ashish Tani Purti

Ashish Tani Purti scored in the 2nd, 28th and 34th minutes; captain Ketan Kushwaha scored the other goal.

India and Nepal launch UPI–NPI peer-to-peer remittance linkage in New Delhi
Q58

India's UPI has been directly linked with which Nepali payment system for cross-border remittances (June 2026)?

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Correct answer: D — National Payments Interface (NPI)

The new mechanism directly links India's UPI with Nepal's National Payments Interface (NPI).

Q59 Advanced

Which two entities executed the technical integration of the UPI–NPI remittance linkage between India and Nepal?

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Correct answer: B — NPCI International Payments Limited and Nepal Clearing House Limited

The integration was executed by NPCI International Payments Limited (NIPL) and Nepal Clearing House Limited (NCHL).

Q60 Advanced

As per the Finance Ministry (June 2026), UPI is accepted in how many countries?

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Correct answer: C — Nine

The ministry listed nine countries: Singapore, UAE, France, Mauritius, Nepal, Bhutan, Qatar, Sri Lanka and Cambodia.

Mirra Andreeva wins Roland-Garros 2026 for maiden Grand Slam title
Q61

Who won the Roland-Garros 2026 women's singles title on 6 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Mirra Andreeva

Mirra Andreeva beat Maja Chwalinska 6-3, 6-2 in the final.

Q62 Advanced

Mirra Andreeva became the youngest women's singles champion at Roland-Garros since which player won in 1992?

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Correct answer: C — Monica Seles

Andreeva is the youngest women's champion in Paris since Monica Seles in 1992.

Q63 Advanced

Maja Chwalinska, runner-up at Roland-Garros 2026, represents which country?

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Correct answer: A — Poland

Chwalinska is a Polish qualifier.

World Environment Day 2026: Azerbaijan hosts, focus on climate action
Q64

Which country hosted the official global commemoration of World Environment Day 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Azerbaijan

UNEP: the Republic of Azerbaijan hosted World Environment Day 2026, with the official commemoration in Baku.

Q65 Advanced

The UNEP campaign for World Environment Day 2026 focused on which theme?

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Correct answer: C — Climate action

UNEP's 2026 edition focused on climate change, with the theme climate action and campaign #NowForClimate.

Q66 Advanced

Which country will host World Environment Day 2027, as announced by UNEP?

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Correct answer: B — Serbia

UNEP's 5 June 2026 press release states that World Environment Day 2027 will be hosted by Serbia.

Q67 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. World Environment Day was established by the UN General Assembly in 1972. 2. The 'Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam' campaign was launched by the Prime Minister on World Environment Day 2024 by planting a peepal sapling at Buddha Jayanti Park, Delhi. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Statement 1 is from UNEP; statement 2 is from the PIB release of 5 June 2024.

Surha Tal (Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary) in Ballia becomes India's 100th Ramsar site
Q68

Which wetland was designated as India's 100th Ramsar site, as hailed by the Prime Minister on 5 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal)

The Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, is India's 100th Ramsar site.

Q69

Surha Tal, India's 100th Ramsar site, is located in which district?

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Correct answer: D — Ballia

Surha Tal (Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary) is in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.

Q70 Advanced

The Ramsar Convention on Wetlands was adopted in 1971 in which country?

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Correct answer: A — Iran

Ramsar.org: the Convention was adopted in the Iranian city of Ramsar in 1971 and came into force in 1975.

Q71 Advanced

Consider the following statements: 1. The Ramsar Convention came into force in 1975. 2. Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary, India's 100th Ramsar site, is in Bihar. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct per ramsar.org. Statement 2 is wrong: the sanctuary (Surha Tal) is in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh.

India's real GDP grew 7.7% in 2025-26, Q4 growth at 7.8%: MoSPI provisional estimates
Q72

According to MoSPI's Provisional Estimates released on 5 June 2026, India's real GDP growth for 2025-26 was:

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Correct answer: C — 7.7%

Real GDP growth in 2025-26 is estimated at 7.7%, against 7.1% in 2024-25.

Q73 Advanced

What was the real GDP growth rate in Q4 (January–March) of 2025-26, as per MoSPI?

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Correct answer: A — 7.8%

MoSPI estimated real GDP growth of 7.8% in Q4 of 2025-26.

Q74 Advanced

The GDP estimates released by MoSPI on 5 June 2026 are based on the new series with which base year?

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Correct answer: D — 2022-23

MoSPI released the new series of GDP estimates with base year 2022-23 on 27 February 2026.

Q75 Advanced

Consider the following statements about MoSPI's Provisional Estimates for 2025-26: 1. Nominal GDP is estimated at ₹346.36 lakh crore. 2. Nominal GDP growth is estimated at 8.9%. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

Both figures are in the MoSPI press note.

Major Abhilasha Barak receives UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award
Q76

Major Abhilasha Barak, who received the 2025 UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award on 5 June 2026, is serving with which UN mission?

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Correct answer: B — UNIFIL (Lebanon)

She serves as Engagement Team Commander and Gender Focal Point with the Indian Battalion in UNIFIL, Lebanon.

Q77 Advanced

The UN Military Gender Advocate of the Year Award recognises promotion of the principles of which UN Security Council Resolution?

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Correct answer: D — Resolution 1325

The award, given annually since 2016, recognises promotion of UNSCR 1325 on Women, Peace and Security.

Q78 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Major Abhilasha Barak: 1. She is the first woman combat helicopter pilot of the Indian Army. 2. She received the award at UN Headquarters in New York. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are stated by UN Peacekeeping and UN India.

Praggnanandhaa becomes first Indian to win Norway Chess
Q79

Who became the first Indian to win the Norway Chess tournament, on 5 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — R. Praggnanandhaa

R. Praggnanandhaa won Norway Chess 2026 and is the first Indian to win the title.

Q80 Advanced

Whom did Praggnanandhaa defeat in the final round to clinch Norway Chess 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Vincent Keymer

Praggnanandhaa beat Germany's Vincent Keymer in the final round.

Q81 Advanced

Who finished second at Norway Chess 2026, one point behind Praggnanandhaa?

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Correct answer: D — Wesley So

FIDE standings: Praggnanandhaa 18, Wesley So 17, Alireza Firouzja 15.5.

E85 fuel rollout begins at 48 public sector OMC outlets
Q82

The E85 fuel rollout launched on 5 June 2026 began at how many public sector OMC retail outlets?

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Correct answer: D — 48

The rollout commenced at 48 public sector OMC retail outlets.

Q83 Advanced

E85 fuel, launched on 5 June 2026, contains what share of ethanol?

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Correct answer: A — 80–85 per cent

E85 comprises 80–85 per cent ethanol and 14–19 per cent petrol, for flex-fuel vehicles.

Q84 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the E85 rollout announced on 5 June 2026: 1. E85 is priced nearly ₹20 per litre lower than conventional petrol. 2. The rollout is planned to reach about 5,000 outlets by December 2026. 3. Ethanol blending in petrol has risen from 1.53 per cent in 2014 to 20 per cent. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: C — 1 and 3 only

Statements 1 and 3 are correct. The plan is 500 outlets by December 2026 and about 5,000 by December 2027.

Hardeep Puri launches India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle by Maruti Suzuki
Q85

India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle, launched on 4 June 2026, was made by:

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Correct answer: C — Maruti Suzuki

Hardeep Singh Puri launched India's first flex-fuel passenger vehicle by Maruti Suzuki.

Q86 Advanced

Flex-fuel vehicles, such as the one launched on 4 June 2026, can operate on ethanol–petrol blends in which range?

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Correct answer: B — E20 to E100

The release states flex-fuel vehicles can operate on blends from E20 up to E100.