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Delhi Current Affairs Quiz — All time

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President confers 105 distinguished service decorations at Defence Investiture Ceremony-II
Q1

How many distinguished service decorations did President Droupadi Murmu confer at the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-II) on 29 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — 105

The President conferred 105 decorations: 7 Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals, 30 Param Vishisht Seva Medals, 12 Uttam Yudh Seva Medals and 56 Ati Vishisht Seva Medals.

Q2 Advanced

How many Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals were conferred at the Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-II)?

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Correct answer: C — 7

Seven Sarvottam Yudh Seva Medals were conferred. 12 was the number of Uttam Yudh Seva Medals, 30 of Param Vishisht Seva Medals and 56 of Ati Vishisht Seva Medals.

Chouhan opens Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan, launches AI-enabled Rural Internal Audit Portal
Q3 Advanced

The AI-enabled Rural Internal Audit Portal launched on 28 June 2026 was conceived by which office?

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Correct answer: A — Office of the Chief Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Rural Development

The portal was conceived by the Office of the Chief Controller of Accounts, Ministry of Rural Development, and developed with the National Informatics Centre.

Q4

Where was the Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan inaugurated by Shivraj Singh Chouhan on 28 June 2026 held?

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Correct answer: B — Pusa Campus, New Delhi

The Rural Internal Audit Portal was launched during the Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan at Pusa Campus, New Delhi.

Q5 Advanced

Consider the following statements (June 2026): 1. The Rural Internal Audit Portal covers both risk-based and compliance audits. 2. The portal was developed in collaboration with the National Informatics Centre. 3. The Rashtriya Gramin Vikas Sammelan was a three-day event. Which of the statements given above are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 and 2 only

Statements 1 and 2 are correct. The Sammelan was a two-day event, with officials on 28 June and ministers on 29 June.

MSME Day 2026: Vice-President launches PMEGP 2.0 and multilingual MSME portals, NSIC becomes Schedule 'A' CPSE
Q6

Which United Nations theme for MSME Day 2026 did Vice-President C.P. Radhakrishnan refer to on 27 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Human-Centered Entrepreneurship in an AI-Driven Future

The Vice-President referred to this year's UN theme, 'Human-Centered Entrepreneurship in an AI-Driven Future'.

Q7 Advanced

The National Small Industries Corporation (NSIC) was felicitated on MSME Day 2026 for its upgradation to:

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Correct answer: D — Schedule 'A' CPSE

NSIC was felicitated on its upgradation from a Schedule 'B' to a Schedule 'A' Central Public Sector Enterprise.

Q8 Advanced

The GI-tagged Ponduru Khadi presented to the Vice-President on MSME Day 2026 comes from which district of Andhra Pradesh?

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Correct answer: C — Srikakulam

Ponduru Khadi is a traditional GI-tagged textile from Srikakulam district of Andhra Pradesh.

Q9 Advanced

On MSME Day 2026 the ministry enabled access to MSME portals in all 22 Scheduled Indian languages. These languages are listed in which Schedule of the Constitution of India?

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Correct answer: B — Eighth Schedule

The 22 Scheduled languages are those included in the Eighth Schedule of the Constitution, as listed by the Department of Official Language.

10th NCORD apex meeting: Amit Shah releases Vision Document on Drug Control (2026-2029), launches drugs disposal fortnight
Q10

Which document did Union Home Minister Amit Shah release at the 10th apex-level meeting of NCORD in New Delhi on 26 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Vision Document on Drug Control (2026-2029)

Amit Shah released the 'Vision Document on Drug Control (2026-2029)' and the 'NCB Annual Report-2025' at the 10th NCORD apex meeting.

Q11 Advanced

At the 10th NCORD apex meeting on 26 June 2026, Narcotics Control Bureau zonal offices were e-inaugurated in:

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Correct answer: C — Jammu and Guwahati

Amit Shah e-inaugurated the NCB zonal offices in Jammu and Guwahati.

Q12 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the 10th NCORD apex meeting (26 June 2026): 1. The 'Online Drugs Disposal Fortnight Campaign' targets destruction of narcotics weighing 2,09,500 kg and valued at Rs 6,000 crore. 2. The roadmap for the fight against drugs rests on three pillars. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1 only

Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is wrong: the roadmap rests on four pillars, namely Enforcement, Intelligence and Operations; Precursor and Synthetic Drug Control; Demand Reduction and Rehabilitation; and Capacity Building and Coordination.

Q13 Advanced

The 10th NCORD apex meeting was held on 26 June, the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking. In which year did the United Nations establish this day?

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Correct answer: B — 1987

Every year 26 June is observed as the International Day against Drug Abuse and Illicit Trafficking, established by the United Nations in 1987.

Samvidhan Hatya Diwas 2026: Culture Ministry marks 50 years of the Emergency at CCRT, New Delhi
Q14

Which autonomous organisation under the Ministry of Culture organised the Samvidhan Hatya Diwas programme at its New Delhi campus on 25 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Centre for Cultural Resources and Training (CCRT)

The Ministry of Culture commemorated Samvidhan Hatya Diwas through a programme organised by CCRT, an autonomous organisation under the Ministry, at its campus in New Delhi.

Q15 Advanced

What was the title of the exhibition featured at the Culture Ministry's Samvidhan Hatya Diwas programme in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Long Live Democracy

The programme began with a walkthrough of the exhibition 'Long Live Democracy', inaugurated on 24 June 2026.

Q16 Advanced

According to the Ministry of Culture, over which period did the Government observe the 50th anniversary of the Emergency through Samvidhan Hatya Diwas programmes?

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Correct answer: B — 25 June 2024 to 25 June 2026

The Ministry of Culture states that, to commemorate its 50th anniversary, the Government is observing Samvidhan Hatya Diwas from 25 June 2024 to 25 June 2026.

India's first 'Easy Connect' hub-and-spoke international flight launched from Varanasi
Q17

From which airport did Civil Aviation Minister Ram Mohan Naidu launch India's first 'Easy Connect' hub-and-spoke flight on 25 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi

India's first 'Easy Connect' flight under the Hub-and-Spoke model was launched from Lal Bahadur Shastri International Airport, Varanasi.

Q18 Advanced

Under the 'Easy Connect' Hub-and-Spoke model launched in June 2026, where do international passengers complete check-in, immigration and customs formalities?

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Correct answer: B — At the spoke airport

International passengers complete check-in, immigration and customs formalities at the spoke airport itself, e.g. Varanasi, before flying to a hub such as Delhi.

Q19 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Hub-and-Spoke aviation strategy (June 2026): 1. It aims to make India the aviation hub of choice for Indian passengers by 2030 and for the world by 2047. 2. Separate boarding cards with 'D' and 'I' identifiers are issued to domestic and international passengers. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both statements are correct as per the Civil Aviation Ministry.

Vice-President releases book on Bhawaiya folk tradition of the Koch Rajbanshi community
Q20

The Bhawaiya folk tradition, the subject of a book released by the Vice-President on 25 June 2026, is associated with which community?

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Correct answer: C — Koch Rajbanshi

The book brings the cultural heritage of the Koch Rajbanshi community and the Bhawaiya folk tradition to the mainstream.

DMRC begins work at Central Secretariat station for the Central Vista Metro Corridor
Q21

The Central Vista Corridor of Delhi Metro, on which work began at Central Secretariat on 24 June 2026, is an extension of which line?

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Correct answer: B — Magenta Line

The station is being developed under Phase V(A) as an extension of the existing Magenta Line from Janakpuri West to RK Ashram Marg.

Q22 Advanced

Central Secretariat will become a triple interchange station when the new Magenta Line station connects with which existing lines?

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Correct answer: C — Yellow and Violet Lines

The new Magenta Line station will connect with the existing Yellow Line and Violet Line.

Q23 Advanced

What are the length and number of stations of Delhi Metro's Central Vista Corridor (June 2026)?

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Correct answer: D — 9.913 km with nine underground stations

The corridor spans 9.913 km with nine underground stations.

USTR Jamieson Greer leads US delegation to New Delhi for India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement talks
Q24

Which United States Trade Representative led a US delegation to New Delhi from 22 to 24 June 2026 for India-US Bilateral Trade Agreement talks?

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Correct answer: B — Jamieson Greer

USTR Ambassador Jamieson Greer led the official US delegation to New Delhi from 22 to 24 June 2026.

Q25 Advanced

The interim India-US trade deal discussed in June 2026 is to be finalised in line with the joint statement of:

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Correct answer: D — 7 February 2026

The visit aimed to finalise an interim deal in line with the joint statement of 7 February 2026.

Q26 Advanced

According to the Commerce Ministry (June 2026), the India-US BTA negotiations will strengthen which partnership?

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Correct answer: A — India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership

Both sides said the negotiations would deepen economic ties and strengthen the India-US Comprehensive Global Strategic Partnership.

NITI Aayog releases eighth Trade Watch Quarterly with pharmaceutical sector focus
Q27

What is the thematic focus of the eighth edition of NITI Aayog's Trade Watch Quarterly, released on 23 June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Pharmaceutical sector

The thematic focus of the eighth edition is India's pharmaceutical sector.

Q28 Advanced

According to NITI Aayog's Trade Watch Quarterly (8th edition), what was India's total merchandise and services trade in FY2025-26?

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Correct answer: B — $1.84 trillion

Total trade grew 5.4% year-on-year to reach $1.84 trillion in FY2025-26.

Q29 Advanced

Consider the following statements about NITI Aayog's Trade Watch Quarterly released on 23 June 2026: 1. India remained the world's eighth-largest services exporter in 2025. 2. It names Telangana, Gujarat and Maharashtra as key pillars of India's pharmaceutical industry. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as stated in the release on the eighth edition.

Amit Shah launches NAFED's e-auction portal NAFEX.in and three other initiatives in New Delhi
Q30

Which e-auction portal of NAFED was launched by Union Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah in New Delhi on 23 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — NAFEX.in

Amit Shah launched NAFED's e-auction portal NAFEX.in along with DRISHTI, ERP and NAFED Kalyan.

Q31 Advanced

According to Amit Shah at the NAFED event on 23 June 2026, NAFED today serves how many farmers?

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Correct answer: B — More than 74 lakh

Amit Shah said NAFED serves more than 74 lakh farmers with a turnover of ₹30,000 crore and a profit of ₹500 crore.

Q32 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the NAFED event on 23 June 2026: 1. NAFED will earmark 1% of its profits for scholarships for children from farmer families. 2. NAFED's current turnover was stated as ₹30,000 crore. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct: Amit Shah said NAFED will earmark 1% of profits for scholarships and that its turnover has risen from ₹20,000 crore to ₹30,000 crore.

Foundation stone laid for new CISF Headquarters building at CGO Complex, New Delhi
Q33

Where is the new CISF Headquarters building, whose foundation stone was laid on 22 June 2026, being built?

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Correct answer: A — CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi

The foundation stone was laid at CGO Complex, Lodhi Road, New Delhi; NISA Hyderabad was the site of one of the inaugurated projects.

Q34 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the CISF event of 22 June 2026: 1. The new CISF Headquarters building is being constructed by CPWD at an estimated cost of ₹75.78 crore. 2. The Director General of CISF is Praveer Ranjan. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as stated by the Ministry of Home Affairs.

PM Modi disburses about ₹2,400 crore under PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana at Vigyan Bhawan
Q35

Where did PM Narendra Modi disburse about ₹2,400 crore under the PM Viksit Bharat Rozgar Yojana on 19 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi

The special programme was held at Vigyan Bhawan, New Delhi.

Q36 Advanced

Approximately how much was disbursed in incentives under PM-VBRY by the Prime Minister on 19 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — ₹2,400 crore

The PM disbursed incentives of approximately ₹2,400 crore.

Q37 Advanced

According to the Ministry of Labour & Employment (June 2026), how many first-time employees have been brought into the formal workforce under PM-VBRY since August 2025?

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Correct answer: A — 70 lakh

The release says 70 lakh first-time employees were brought into the formal workforce under PM-VBRY since August 2025.

Q38 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the PM-VBRY programme of 19 June 2026: 1. PM-VBRY events were held simultaneously at around 200 locations across the country. 2. PM Modi said the scheme supports only employers, not employees. 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: the PM said the programme simultaneously supports both employees and employers.

Panchayati Raj Ministry rolls out 'Nirbhay Chetna' to sensitise over 17.5 lakh male elected representatives
Q39

Which Ministry rolled out 'Nirbhay Chetna' to sensitise male elected representatives on women's safety in June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Ministry of Panchayati Raj

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj organised the Nirbhay Chetna Training of Trainers from 17 to 19 June 2026 in New Delhi.

Q40 Advanced

Consider the following statements about Nirbhay Chetna: 1. A cadre of 28,500 Master Trainers is being developed under it. 2. It is a key intervention under the Nirbhay Raho initiative launched on 11 March 2026. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as per the Ministry of Panchayati Raj release.

Bharat Buildcon 2026 opens at Yashobhoomi under the theme 'One Nation, One Expo'
Q41

What was the theme of Bharat Buildcon 2026, inaugurated at Yashobhoomi, New Delhi, on 18 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — One Nation, One Expo

Bharat Buildcon 2026 was held under the theme 'One Nation, One Expo'.

Q42 Advanced

Bharat Buildcon 2026 brought together participants from how many countries, across how many building material segments?

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Correct answer: C — Over 90 countries, 24 segments

The exhibition brings together participants from over 90 countries and 100 Indian cities across 24 building material segments.

MoS Raksha Khadse reviews preparations for Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026 at Bharat Mandapam
Q43

Which venue is hosting the Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026, scheduled for 19–24 June 2026?

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Correct answer: D — Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi

The championship is being held at Bharat Mandapam (Pragati Maidan), New Delhi.

Q44 Advanced

What is the theme of the opening ceremony of the Asian Senior Fencing Championships 2026?

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Correct answer: B — ONE DREAM | ONE BLADE | ONE PRIDE

The opening ceremony on 19 June 2026 is themed 'ONE DREAM | ONE BLADE | ONE PRIDE'.

Desertification Day 2026: India brings 21.76 million hectares under restoration against Bonn Challenge target
Q45 Advanced

According to Environment Minister Bhupender Yadav on 17 June 2026, how much land has India brought under restoration against its 26 million hectare Bonn Challenge target?

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Correct answer: C — 21.76 million hectares

India has brought 21.76 million hectares under restoration against the target of 26 million hectares by 2030.

Q46

The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed every year on 17 June under which convention?

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Correct answer: A — UN Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD)

The day is observed every year on 17 June under the UNCCD.

Q47 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the Bonn Challenge: 1. It is a global initiative launched in 2011 to restore degraded and deforested landscapes. 2. It targets bringing 350 million hectares under restoration by 2030. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as stated in the Environment Ministry release.

Q48 Advanced

According to the Environment Ministry (June 2026), restoration activities in India have generated about how many person-days of employment?

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Correct answer: D — 1.22 billion

Restoration activities have generated around 1.22 billion person-days of employment.

NCR Planning Board's 42nd meeting retains NCR extent, proposes four 'Namo Cities' under Regional Plan-2041
Q49 Advanced

Under the NCR Regional Plan-2041, how many semi-greenfield 'Namo Cities' are proposed, as per the NCRPB's 42nd meeting (June 2026)?

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Correct answer: D — Four

Four semi-greenfield cities described as Namo Cities are proposed under Regional Plan-2041.

Q50

Who chaired the 42nd meeting of the National Capital Region Planning Board on 16 June 2026?

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Correct answer: B — Manohar Lal

The meeting was chaired by Union Minister for Housing & Urban Affairs Manohar Lal, who is Chairman of the NCRPB.

Q51 Advanced

What is the area of the National Capital Region, as stated by MoHUA in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — 55,083 sq km

The NCR spans 55,083 sq km across the NCT of Delhi and 27 districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan.

Q52 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the National Capital Region (NCR) as described at the NCRPB's 42nd meeting: 1. The NCR includes the NCT of Delhi and 27 districts of Haryana, Uttar Pradesh and Rajasthan. 2. The NCR contributes about 8% of India's GDP. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: A — Both 1 and 2

Both are correct as per the MoHUA release.

CSIR licenses seven technologies, releases ten Bharatiya Nirdeshak Dravyas and hands quantum vapor cells to DRDO
Q53 Advanced

How many Bharatiya Nirdeshak Dravyas (BNDs) were released at the CSIR function in New Delhi on 16 June 2026?

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Correct answer: A — Ten

Ten BNDs were released, covering eight phytochemicals, one precious metal and one propane gas.

Q54 Advanced

To which DRDO laboratory did CSIR-NPL hand over five vapor cells for quantum sensing applications in June 2026?

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Correct answer: C — Solid-State Physics Laboratory

Five vapor cells developed by CSIR-NPL were handed over to the Solid-State Physics Laboratory (SSPL), DRDO.

Q55 Advanced

Consider the following statements about the CSIR function of 16 June 2026: 1. It was jointly organised by CSIR-National Physical Laboratory and CSIR-Central Road Research Institute. 2. Seven technologies were transferred to industry. 3. The BNDs released included one propane gas reference material. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Correct answer: D — 1, 2 and 3

All three are correct as per the Ministry of Science & Technology release.

National Institute of Urban Affairs marks 50 years with 'Resilient Urban India @2047' theme
Q56

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.

Q57 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'.

Q58 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.

13th BRICS Urbanisation Forum concludes in New Delhi with Ministerial Declaration
Q59

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.

Q60 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).

Q61 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: B — 1 and 2 only

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

PM chairs 11th NITI Aayog Governing Council Meeting; Chief Ministers of all 28 States attend for the first time
Q62

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

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

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

Q63

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

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

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

Q64 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: D — Both 1 and 2

Both statements are in the PIB release on the meeting.

Q65 Advanced

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

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

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

CSIR-CRRI signs MoA with Uttar Pradesh to implement CAQM framework on paving and greening of urban roads
Q66

CSIR-CRRI signed an MoA on 10 June 2026 with the PWD of which state to implement the CAQM framework on paving and greening of urban roads?

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Correct answer: C — Uttar Pradesh

The MoA was signed with the PWD, Government of Uttar Pradesh, for the UP part of the NCR.

Q67 Advanced

The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), whose framework on urban roads is being implemented in UP, derives its statutory basis from:

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Correct answer: B — The Commission for Air Quality Management in NCR and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021

CAQM is constituted under the Commission for Air Quality Management in National Capital Region and Adjoining Areas Act, 2021 (Act 29 of 2021), administered by the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.

TRIFED launches 'RISA – Timeless Tribal' brand and exclusive store in New Delhi
Q68

'RISA – Timeless Tribal', launched in June 2026 with an exclusive store in New Delhi, is a premium brand of which organisation?

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Correct answer: A — TRIFED

RISA was unveiled by the Ministry of Tribal Affairs through TRIFED as a premium brand for tribal textiles, embroideries and handicrafts.

Amit Shah inaugurates Land Port Management System 'VINIMAY' in New Delhi
Q69

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

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Correct answer: C — VINIMAY

The Land Port Management System is named VINIMAY.

Q70 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: A — Fifteen

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

Q71 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

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

First meeting of National Level Policy Implementation and Monitoring Committee under National Cooperation Policy-2025
Q72

The National Level Policy Implementation and Monitoring Committee that held its first meeting on 9 June 2026 was constituted under which policy?

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Correct answer: A — National Cooperation Policy-2025

The committee was constituted under the National Cooperation Policy-2025 and is chaired by the Secretary, Ministry of Cooperation.

Piyush Goyal launches BHAVYA Portal for 100 industrial parks under Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana
Q73

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.

Q74 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.

Q75 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: B — 1 only

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

President confers 7 Kirti Chakras, 15 Vir Chakras and 29 Shaurya Chakras at Defence Investiture Ceremony 2026 (Phase-I)
Q76

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

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Correct answer: A — 7

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

Q77 Advanced

Before January 1967, the Kirti Chakra was known as:

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Correct answer: D — Ashoka Chakra Class-II

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

Q78 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: B — Both 1 and 2

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

Q79 Advanced

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

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Correct answer: C — Maha Vir Chakra

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

Report of Committee on Datasets for State Finance Commissions released
Q80

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.

Q81 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.

Q82 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.

CSIR-CRRI signs MoA with Haryana to implement CAQM framework on urban road dust
Q83

The Haryana urban road dust project under the CSIR-CRRI MoA of 8 June 2026 will be implemented jointly by CSIR-CRRI and:

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Correct answer: C — School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi

The project will be implemented jointly by CSIR-CRRI and SPA New Delhi with the Haryana Government under CAQM guidance.