25 June 2026

Quiz — 25 June 2026

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Questions

1. The Stonewall riots, which are considered a turning point for the modern LGBTQIA+ rights movement, occurred in which year?

   1. A 1959
   2. B 1989
   3. C 1979
   4. D 1969

2. As per the latest Sample Registration System data, what is India's current Total Fertility Rate (TFR)?

   1. A 1.9
   2. B 2.2
   3. C 1.5
   4. D 2.1

3. According to NITI Aayog, what percentage of India's elderly population currently lacks pension coverage?

   1. A 78%
   2. B 60%
   3. C 85%
   4. D 70%

4. In the context of the Supreme Court's judgment on trauma care, which of the following is true regarding the 'Good Samaritan' provisions?

   1. A It provides legal immunity only to registered medical practitioners.
   2. B It mandates that all bystanders must provide medical aid to victims.
   3. C It makes it a criminal offence for bystanders to fail to report a road crash.
   4. D It requires states to set up physical and digital grievance-redress systems for Good Samaritans.

5. Which of the following schemes/codes is specifically mentioned in the Supreme Court's directions for the cashless treatment of road-crash victims?

   1. A Ayushman Bharat
   2. B Emergency Response Support System (ERSS)-112
   3. C National Health Mission
   4. D PM RAHAT

6. Which of the following factors are cited as contributing to the current monsoon deficit in India?

   1. A Strong La Niña and positive Indian Ocean Dipole
   2. B Excessive moisture in the Arabian Sea and cooling of the Pacific
   3. C Moderate-to-strong El Niño and unfavourable Madden-Julian Oscillation
   4. D Increased trade wind velocity and high reservoir storage

7. Which of the following articles of the Indian Constitution allows the State to impose reasonable restrictions on the freedom to form associations in the interest of sovereignty and integrity of India?

   1. A Article 19(4)
   2. B Article 19(1)
   3. C Article 19(6)
   4. D Article 19(2)

8. In the context of the Indian Social Action Forum (INSAF) versus Union of India (2020) judgment, which category of associations is specifically barred from accessing foreign funds?

   1. A Associations involved in active or party politics
   2. B Environmental NGOs
   3. C Educational institutions
   4. D Religious organizations

9. What is the base year for the newly introduced Index of Services Production (ISP)?

   1. A 2025-26
   2. B 2011-12
   3. C 2024-25
   4. D 2020-21

10. Which ministry is responsible for the compilation and release of the Index of Services Production (ISP)?

    1. A Ministry of Finance
    2. B Ministry of Commerce and Industry
    3. C NITI Aayog
    4. D Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation

11. Which of the following entities is responsible for the management and expansion of the BHIM app services?

    1. A National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) BHIM Services
    2. B Reserve Bank of India
    3. C Ministry of Finance
    4. D Securities and Exchange Board of India

12. The India-UK Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA) and the Double Contribution Convention (DCC) are scheduled for implementation on which date?

    1. A July 15
    2. B August 1
    3. C June 25
    4. D June 27

13. According to Article 22(1) of the Indian Constitution, which of the following is a mandatory right of an arrested person?

    1. A The right to remain silent during police interrogation
    2. B The right to be released on bail immediately upon arrest
    3. C The right to be informed of the grounds of arrest in writing
    4. D The right to be produced before a magistrate within 48 hours

14. In the context of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), what is a 'predicate offence'?

    1. A A procedural error in the filing of an FIR by the police
    2. B An offence that is exclusively investigated by the Enforcement Directorate
    3. C A civil violation of foreign exchange regulations
    4. D An underlying criminal offence that generates the proceeds of crime

15. Under the Inter-State River Water Disputes Act, what is the primary condition for the Union government to establish a tribunal for a water dispute?

    1. A The Centre is convinced that the dispute cannot be settled through negotiations
    2. B A formal request from the Supreme Court
    3. C A unanimous resolution by the affected State Assemblies
    4. D A mandatory requirement after 10 years of unresolved conflict

16. What is the primary purpose of the proposed Mekedatu project as per the Detailed Project Report?

    1. A Irrigation for agricultural lands in Karnataka
    2. B Drinking water-cum-balancing reservoir
    3. C Flood control for the entire Cauvery delta
    4. D Industrial water supply for Bengaluru

17. Which of the following statements best describes the mandate of the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) in the Indian parliamentary system?

    1. A It is responsible for drafting legislation related to the financial budget of the Union government.
    2. B It examines the policy decisions of the Cabinet to ensure they align with national interests.
    3. C It scrutinizes the appropriation accounts and the reports of the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG).
    4. D It has the authority to directly implement administrative changes in government ministries.

18. Which of the following international groupings is currently chaired by India, as mentioned in the context of recent diplomatic discussions?

    1. A SCO
    2. B G20
    3. C ASEAN
    4. D BRICS

19. The PM SHRI scheme is primarily designed to align with which of the following?

    1. A Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan
    2. B Right to Education Act, 2009
    3. C National Education Policy, 2020
    4. D National Curriculum Framework, 2005

20. Which of the following is a reported provision of the Maharashtra Right to Information (Amendment) Rules, 2026?

    1. A A complete ban on filing RTI applications by non-residents
    2. B A mandatory requirement for all RTI applications to be submitted in person
    3. C A limit of 150 words per RTI application
    4. D A requirement for the applicant to disclose the purpose of the information request

21. Which of the following are identified as core elements of the proposed India-U.S. Bilateral Trade Agreement (BTA)?

    1. A Currency pegging and defense technology transfer
    2. B Unified tax regime and environmental subsidies
    3. C Market access, digital trade, and supply chain resilience
    4. D Common currency adoption and labor mobility quotas

22. Which of the following military platforms is currently being discussed for potential export from India to the UAE, as per recent strategic defence partnership talks?

    1. A INS Vikrant aircraft carrier
    2. B Arjun Main Battle Tank
    3. C Tejas Light Combat Aircraft
    4. D BrahMos supersonic cruise missile

23. Which body is responsible for overseeing the conversion of postgraduate diploma seats into degree seats in medical colleges?

    1. A University Grants Commission (UGC)
    2. B Medical Assessment and Rating Board (MARB)
    3. C Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
    4. D National Board of Examinations (NBE)

24. What is the final academic year for admission into postgraduate diploma medical courses as per the recent NMC directive?

    1. A 2024-25
    2. B 2025-26
    3. C 2027-28
    4. D 2026-27

25. Which of the following bodies is responsible for the regulation of medical education and the conduct of examinations like NEET-SS in India?

    1. A University Grants Commission
    2. B National Medical Council
    3. C Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
    4. D Medical Council of India

26. Under the Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution, which authority is empowered to decide on the disqualification of a member of Parliament on the grounds of defection?

    1. A The Supreme Court of India
    2. B The President of India
    3. C The Election Commission of India
    4. D The Speaker or Chairman of the respective House

27. Under which rules are disciplinary proceedings against Central Civil Services personnel typically governed in India?

    1. A Central Armed Police Forces Act, 1950
    2. B Central Civil Services (Classification, Control and Appeal) Rules, 1965
    3. C All India Services (Discipline and Appeal) Rules, 1969
    4. D Police Act, 1861

28. Under the provisions of the Kerala Municipality Act, 1994, in what manner must an elected councillor take their oath of office?

    1. A In the name of the local deity or regional symbols
    2. B In the name of the Constitution or the national flag
    3. C In the name of God or by solemn affirmation
    4. D In the name of the people of the constituency

29. Which of the following best describes the impact of neonicotinoid insecticides on pollinators as discussed in the context of mango cultivation?

    1. A They are harmless to native bees but lethal to hoverflies.
    2. B They cause neurotoxic effects in bees, impairing their navigation and survival.
    3. C They increase fruit yield by eliminating competing insect pests.
    4. D They enhance the pollination efficiency of non-native bees.

30. According to research on mango pollination, why do native bees often outperform non-native bees in terms of fruit yield?

    1. A Native bees exclusively pollinate hermaphrodite flowers.
    2. B Native bees transfer pollen between different orchards, leading to better fruit development.
    3. C Non-native bees are unable to visit mango flowers due to their size.
    4. D Native bees are more resistant to neonicotinoids.

31. The 'New START' treaty, which recently expired, was a bilateral nuclear arms control agreement between which two nations?

    1. A Russia and India
    2. B Russia and China
    3. C United States and Russia
    4. D United States and China

32. The 'Annual Meeting of the New Champions', often referred to as 'Summer Davos', is organized by which of the following organizations?

    1. A World Trade Organization
    2. B Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development
    3. C World Economic Forum
    4. D International Monetary Fund

33. What is the primary function of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) as referenced in the context of the Iranian nuclear program?

    1. A To facilitate the trade of nuclear energy technology between member states
    2. B To police and supervise nuclear activities and materials to ensure peaceful use
    3. C To mediate peace treaties between warring nations in the Middle East
    4. D To provide financial compensation for damages caused by military strikes on nuclear sites

34. According to the IAEA, uranium enriched to approximately what percentage is considered near the threshold for weapons-grade material?

    1. A 90%
    2. B 60%
    3. C 50%
    4. D 30%

35. World MSME Day is observed globally on which of the following dates?

    1. A June 25
    2. B June 27
    3. C July 27
    4. D July 25

36. Which of the following factors are identified by analysts as contributing to India's potential 'low equilibrium' growth path?

    1. A High fiscal surplus and excessive job creation
    2. B Strong global demand and declining stock market concentration
    3. C Weak consumption, slowing productivity, and limited job creation
    4. D Rapidly increasing informal sector wages and high export growth

37. The term 'Indo-Pacific' was formally adopted by the U.S. military command in 2018 to primarily recognize the growing strategic importance of which of the following?

    1. A The Arctic region
    2. B The Mediterranean Sea
    3. C The South American coastline
    4. D The Indian Ocean and the Indian subcontinent

38. Which organization is primarily responsible for the restoration of road connectivity in the border areas of Arunachal Pradesh during natural disasters?

    1. A Border Roads Organisation
    2. B National Highways Authority of India
    3. C National Disaster Response Force
    4. D Central Public Works Department

39. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for coordinating energy cooperation meetings among BRICS member-states as mentioned in the context of recent diplomatic visits?

    1. A Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
    2. B BRICS Energy Secretariat
    3. C International Energy Agency
    4. D Ministry of External Affairs

40. Which of the following statements best describes the legal status of an Indian passport according to the Ministry of External Affairs?

    1. A It is a document issued exclusively to citizens to establish their right to vote.
    2. B It serves as the primary and conclusive proof of Indian citizenship.
    3. C It is a travel document that attests to nationality but is not a document of citizenship.
    4. D It is a mandatory document required to prove domicile within a specific Indian state.

41. Who appoints the Returning Officer for the election of members to the Rajya Sabha?

    1. A The President of India
    2. B The Governor of the concerned State
    3. C The Election Commission of India
    4. D The Chief Justice of the High Court

42. Which Article of the Indian Constitution specifically prohibits 'begar' and other similar forms of forced labour?

    1. A Article 24
    2. B Article 23
    3. C Article 21
    4. D Article 32

43. Which of the following is identified as a primary technical cause for electrical fires in modern commercial buildings?

    1. A Harmonic currents generated by sophisticated equipment
    2. B Over-regulation of building construction materials
    3. C Excessive use of natural ventilation
    4. D Standardised fire-suppression system installation

44. Which of the following best describes the process of 'biomining' in the context of municipal solid waste management?

    1. A The incineration of plastic waste to generate electricity.
    2. B The extraction of minerals from industrial waste using chemical solvents.
    3. C The excavation and processing of legacy waste from landfills to recover land and materials.
    4. D The use of genetically modified bacteria to treat liquid sewage in urban areas.

45. Which of the following agencies are involved in the multi-agency inspection of coaching hubs in Delhi as per recent government directives?

    1. A Central Public Works Department, Delhi Police, and National Disaster Response Force
    2. B National Disaster Management Authority, Delhi Development Authority, and State Education Board
    3. C Delhi Development Authority, Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi Fire Services, and Delhi Disaster Management Authority
    4. D Ministry of Education, Delhi Fire Services, and Central Building Research Institute

46. Which of the following statements regarding the National Investigation Agency (NIA) is correct?

    1. A The Ministry of Home Affairs has the authority to direct the NIA to take over the investigation of specific cases.
    2. B The NIA is a state-level agency under the direct control of the Director General of Police.
    3. C The NIA can only investigate cases upon the request of the State Government.
    4. D The NIA Act allows the agency to investigate scheduled offences without prior permission from the state in all circumstances.

47. Which of the following best describes the current regulatory status of background verification for drivers on app-based ride-hailing platforms in India, as per the reported investigation?

    1. A The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways directly conducts all driver background screenings.
    2. B There is no legal mandate for ride-hailing companies to verify drivers with the police.
    3. C Mandatory police verification is required for all drivers before onboarding.
    4. D Companies are legally required to use government-run databases for all background checks.

48. Which strain of the Ebola virus is currently responsible for the outbreak in the Mongbwalu region of the Democratic Republic of Congo?

    1. A Tai Forest strain
    2. B Sudan strain
    3. C Bundibugyo strain
    4. D Zaire strain

49. Which of the following best describes the 'Gravity Assist' technique used in space exploration?

    1. A Using solar sails to capture photon pressure for acceleration
    2. B Employing ion thrusters to maintain constant velocity in deep space
    3. C Harnessing the magnetic field of a planet to generate onboard power
    4. D Utilising a planet's gravitational field to change a spacecraft's momentum

50. What does the term 'MHD' stand for in the context of experimental electricity generation?

    1. A Molecular Hydro-Dynamic
    2. B Mechanical Harmonic-Drive
    3. C Massive Heat-Distribution
    4. D Magneto-Hydro-Dynamic

51. The Casimir effect is a quantum phenomenon associated with which of the following?

    1. A The extraction of energy from a rotating black hole
    2. B The generation of power from salinity differences
    3. C The acceleration of spacecraft using planetary gravity
    4. D The force between two uncharged conducting plates in close proximity

52. With reference to the Ebola virus, which of the following statements is correct?

    1. A The virus is endemic to European regions and rarely found in Central Africa.
    2. B There is currently no international health regulation governing the monitoring of individuals returning from Ebola-affected areas.
    3. C It is a viral hemorrhagic fever that often requires strict quarantine protocols for returning travelers from transmission zones.
    4. D It is a water-borne disease primarily transmitted through contaminated municipal water supplies.

53. Which of the following bodies of water is connected by the Strait of Hormuz?

    1. A Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
    2. B Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
    3. C Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
    4. D Arabian Sea and Bay of Bengal

54. Under the U.S. 1973 War Powers Act, within what timeframe must a President obtain Congressional authorisation after introducing forces into hostilities?

    1. A 90 days
    2. B 30 days
    3. C 180 days
    4. D 60 days

55. Which of the following best describes the recent trend in the Indian retail sector as indicated by major e-commerce players?

    1. A The intensification of competition in the quick commerce segment through micro-fulfilment centres.
    2. B A decline in the dominance of local grocery delivery startups.
    3. C A shift from digital marketplaces to traditional brick-and-mortar retail.
    4. D The complete transition of logistics from road to air-based delivery systems.

56. In the context of generative AI models, what does the term 'token' primarily refer to?

    1. A A hardware component used to accelerate AI computations
    2. B A fixed-cost subscription fee for software licensing
    3. C A unit of data processed by the AI model
    4. D A security credential for accessing cloud-based development environments

57. In the context of corporate strategy, what is the primary objective of establishing Global Capacity Centres (GCCs)?

    1. A To centralize and optimize non-core business activities
    2. B To increase the direct political influence of the corporation
    3. C To exclusively manage international trade tariffs
    4. D To bypass national labor regulations

58. In the mythological narrative of the Ramayana, who warned Vaali about the potential danger of engaging in a second fight with Sugreeva due to his alliance with the men from Ayodhya?

    1. A Hanuman
    2. B Sugreeva
    3. C Lakshmana
    4. D Tara

59. The Midday Meal Scheme in India is primarily implemented under the mandate of which of the following?

    1. A National Food Security Act, 2013
    2. B National Health Mission
    3. C Right to Education Act, 2009
    4. D Integrated Child Development Services

60. Which of the following best describes the legal status of a 'personal guarantee' in the context of corporate loans under Indian banking regulations?

    1. A It is considered a non-binding moral obligation under the Banking Regulation Act.
    2. B It serves as a legally binding commitment by an individual to repay a loan if the primary borrower defaults.
    3. C It is automatically void if the borrower is a foreign-incorporated entity.
    4. D It is only enforceable if the guarantor is a resident of India at the time of litigation.

61. The Jonnagiri gold mining project, recently in the news, is located in which Indian state?

    1. A Andhra Pradesh
    2. B Telangana
    3. C Odisha
    4. D Karnataka

62. Under the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), which of the following is a primary consideration for a court when deciding on a petition for the cancellation of bail?

    1. A The age of the accused regardless of the nature of the crime
    2. B The duration of the trial proceedings in the lower court
    3. C The political affiliation of the accused
    4. D The likelihood of the accused tampering with evidence or intimidating witnesses

63. The Central Vista metro corridor project, part of the DMRC Phase V(A) expansion, aims to connect which of the following lines at the Central Secretariat station?

    1. A Magenta, Blue, and Violet lines
    2. B Blue, Yellow, and Violet lines
    3. C Red, Yellow, and Green lines
    4. D Magenta, Yellow, and Violet lines

64. The newly approved campus of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University Delhi (AUD) is to be located at:

    1. A South Delhi
    2. B Dheerpur
    3. C East Delhi
    4. D Central Delhi

65. What is the primary purpose of the 'defect liability period' introduced for new infrastructure projects in the context of the recent Delhi government approvals?

    1. A To reduce the total cost of construction projects
    2. B To ensure accountability for maintenance and quality for five years
    3. C To mandate the use of specific imported construction materials
    4. D To limit the number of contractors eligible for government tenders

66. Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for the coordination of disaster response at the national level in India?

    1. A Indian Army
    2. B National Disaster Management Authority
    3. C National Disaster Response Force
    4. D State Disaster Management Authority