Asia Current Affairs Quiz — Last 6 months
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Which honour did Slovak President Peter Pellegrini confer on PM Narendra Modi on 15 June 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Order of the White Double Cross, First Class
President Pellegrini conferred Slovakia's highest State honour, the Order of the White Double Cross, First Class.
To which level did India and Slovakia elevate their relationship during PM Modi's visit on 15 June 2026?
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Correct answer: C — Comprehensive Partnership
The two Prime Ministers agreed to elevate the relationship to a Comprehensive Partnership.
At whose invitation did PM Narendra Modi pay the State Visit to Slovakia in June 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Prime Minister Robert Fico
The joint statement says the visit was at the invitation of Slovak Prime Minister Robert Fico.
Consider the following statements about India–Slovakia relations: 1. The June 2026 visit was the first by an Indian Prime Minister to Slovakia since its independence in 1993. 2. India and Slovakia established diplomatic relations in 1993. 3. The Order of the White Double Cross was conferred on PM Modi by Prime Minister Robert Fico. 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 joint statement. Statement 3 is wrong: the honour was conferred by President Peter Pellegrini.
The historic Danish ship Oresund, the subject of an ASI–National Museum of Denmark MoU in June 2026, was wrecked near which place?
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Correct answer: D — Karaikal, Puducherry
The Oresund was wrecked off the coast near Karaikal, Puducherry, in 1619 CE.
Consider the following statements about the ASI–National Museum of Denmark MoU (June 2026): 1. The Oresund was the first Danish ship known to have reached India. 2. The project is the Underwater Archaeology Wing's first collaborative archaeological project with an international organisation. 3. The project will involve raising the entire wreck to the surface. 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 Ministry of Culture release. Statement 3 is wrong: the project is a non-invasive survey to locate and document the remains.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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.
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%).
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).
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Consider the following statements about the Kavach sanction for Western Railway's Ahmedabad Division announced in June 2026: 1. The work covers 598 route km and 48 block sections. 2. Kavach Version 4.0 will be installed. 3. No Kavach work had been sanctioned in the division before this. 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: Kavach had earlier been sanctioned on about 702 route km of the division.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Under an India–France MoU listed among the outcomes of PM Modi's June 2026 visit to France, a National Centre of Excellence for Skilling in Aeronautics and Allied Sectors will be set up at which institute?
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Correct answer: A — NSTI, Kanpur
The MoU is for a National Centre of Excellence for Skilling in Aeronautics and Allied Sectors at NSTI, Kanpur.
Consider the following statements about WAVES Doc Bazaar 2026: 1. It is the second edition, held on the sidelines of the 19th Mumbai International Film Festival. 2. NFDC has introduced cash grants of ₹3 lakh each for three outstanding projects. 3. The market segment is being held in New Delhi. 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 market segment is at the NFDC Head Office in Mumbai, 16–18 June 2026.
Consider the following statements about the India–France ATL Bridge (June 2026): 1. It was launched by Atal Innovation Mission, NITI Aayog, and La Fondation Dassault Systèmes. 2. It establishes the first School Innovation Lab in France, inspired by India's Atal Tinkering Lab framework. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2
Both are stated in the NITI Aayog release of 14 June 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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'.
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.
Under which programme did MoS Raksha Khadse visit border villages of Ladakh from 11 to 13 June 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Vibrant Villages Programme
The visit was under the Vibrant Villages Programme and included the border village of Hemya.
INS Sharda concluded a port call at which port on 13 June 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Colombo, Sri Lanka
INS Sharda departed Colombo, Sri Lanka, on 13 June 2026 after its port call.