27 June 2026

Quiz — 27 June 2026

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Questions

1. Under the proposed amendment to the National Food Security Act, what is the new per-person monthly entitlement for households covered under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY)?

   1. A 14 kg
   2. B 35 kg
   3. C 5 kg
   4. D 7 kg

2. Which of the following regions is identified by the NCB as a major hub for both opiate and synthetic drug production, specifically methamphetamine?

   1. A Shan Plateau
   2. B Barak Valley
   3. C Golden Crescent
   4. D Golden Triangle

3. According to the 2026 NCB report, which state accounted for the highest volume of amphetamine-type stimulant seizures in 2025?

   1. A Punjab
   2. B Mizoram
   3. C Gujarat
   4. D Manipur

4. The 'Teesta River Comprehensive Management and Restoration Project' is a proposed infrastructure initiative involving which two countries?

   1. A China and India
   2. B China and Bangladesh
   3. C India and Bangladesh
   4. D Myanmar and Bangladesh

5. The 'Transition Facilitation (Quality Control) Order, 2026' allows manufacturers to transition to stringent standards over a period of:

   1. A Three years
   2. B Seven years
   3. C Two years
   4. D Five years

6. Which of the following sectors is NOT mentioned as being covered under the recent relaxation of Quality Control Order rules?

   1. A Pharmaceuticals
   2. B Personal protective footwear
   3. C Air conditioners
   4. D Toys

7. Which of the following factors significantly contributes to the vulnerability of India's fertilizer sector to global market fluctuations?

   1. A Over-production leading to storage constraints
   2. B High dependence on imported LNG and potash
   3. C Excessive reliance on organic farming subsidies
   4. D Lack of domestic demand for urea

8. Which organization functions under the Directorate-General of Health Services to manage the National Organ and Tissue Transplant Registry in India?

   1. A National Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation
   2. B Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation
   3. C National Health Authority
   4. D Indian Council of Medical Research

9. What is the primary objective of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls as described by the Election Commission of India?

   1. A To reduce the administrative burden of conducting elections
   2. B To facilitate the direct transfer of welfare benefits to all citizens
   3. C To ensure no eligible citizen is left out and no ineligible person is included
   4. D To increase the total number of registered voters in every state

10. What was the primary basis for the Madras High Court's decision to declare the 2024 government order regarding religious conversion and Backward Class status unconstitutional?

    1. A The order violated the fundamental right to freedom of religion under Article 25.
    2. B The court held that specific sects or communities are determined by birth, not by conversion.
    3. C The order was found to be in conflict with the central government's reservation policy.
    4. D The state government lacked the legislative competence to issue orders concerning religious groups.

11. Which Article of the Indian Constitution deals with the tenure of Panchayats?

    1. A Article 243K
    2. B Article 243E
    3. C Article 243D
    4. D Article 243G

12. According to the Allahabad High Court, what is the maximum tenure of a Panchayat from the date of its first meeting?

    1. A Six years
    2. B Four years
    3. C Three years
    4. D Five years

13. Which of the following bodies is responsible for the apex-level coordination of anti-narcotics efforts in India?

    1. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
    2. B Anti-Narcotics Task Force (ANTF)
    3. C Narcotics Control Bureau (NCB)
    4. D Narco-Coordination Centre (NCORD)

14. Which of the following legislations specifically addresses the prohibition of engaging persons in the hazardous cleaning of sewers and septic tanks?

    1. A The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
    2. B The Factories Act, 1948
    3. C The Prohibition of Employment as Manual Scavengers and Their Rehabilitation Act, 2013
    4. D The Occupational Safety, Health and Working Conditions Code, 2020

15. What is the primary objective of 'biomining' in the context of urban landfill management?

    1. A To expand the physical footprint of the landfill site
    2. B To increase the height of the landfill for better waste storage
    3. C To permanently eliminate legacy waste through scientific remediation
    4. D To incinerate fresh municipal solid waste on-site

16. Under the proposed amendments to the Drugs Rules, 1945, which of the following categories of drugs is NOT eligible for the new acknowledgement-based import system for testing purposes?

    1. A Vitamins
    2. B Generic antibiotics
    3. C Sex hormones
    4. D Common analgesics

17. What is the proposed change to the residual shelf-life norm for general imported drugs under the draft amendment to Rule 31 of the Drugs Rules, 1945?

    1. A A fixed minimum of 18 months
    2. B A fixed minimum of 12 months
    3. C A fixed minimum of 6 months
    4. D A fixed minimum of 24 months

18. Which of the following best describes the 'Rules of Origin' (RoO) framework in the context of modern Free Trade Agreements?

    1. A A mechanism to mandate the use of local currency in bilateral trade settlements.
    2. B A policy requiring all imported goods to be labeled in the language of the importing country.
    3. C A legal framework that prohibits the export of raw materials to partner countries.
    4. D A set of criteria used to determine the national source of a product to ensure eligibility for preferential tariff treatment.

19. Which organization is responsible for the regulation of drugs and medical devices at the national level in India?

    1. A National Pharmaceutical Pricing Authority (NPPA)
    2. B Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
    3. C Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
    4. D Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO)

20. In which year was the agreement regarding the transfer of Katchatheevu island to Sri Lanka signed?

    1. A 1974
    2. B 1962
    3. C 1947
    4. D 1981

21. Which of the following statements best describes the position of the Leader of the Opposition in the Indian Parliament?

    1. A The position is mandatory for the functioning of the Rajya Sabha but optional for the Lok Sabha.
    2. B It is a statutory post recognized under the Salary and Allowances of Leaders of Opposition in Parliament Act, 1977.
    3. C The appointment is made solely by the President of India without any legislative criteria.
    4. D It is a constitutional post defined under Article 75 of the Constitution.

22. The Shanan Hydroelectric Project, which is currently a subject of inter-state dispute, is located in which Indian state?

    1. A Haryana
    2. B Himachal Pradesh
    3. C Punjab
    4. D Uttarakhand

23. Under which legislative framework was the state of Himachal Pradesh established as a successor state to the erstwhile Punjab?

    1. A Punjab Reorganization Act, 1966
    2. B Himachal Pradesh State Act, 1971
    3. C States Reorganisation Act, 1956
    4. D Inter-State Council Act, 1990

24. Under which legislation does the government of Himachal Pradesh levy a toll on vehicles entering the state from other states?

    1. A Himachal Pradesh Motor Vehicles Act, 1988
    2. B State Goods and Services Tax Act, 2017
    3. C Himachal Pradesh Tolls Act, 1975
    4. D National Highways Act, 1956

25. Which body is responsible for conducting the NEET-UG examination in India?

    1. A University Grants Commission
    2. B National Medical Commission
    3. C National Testing Agency
    4. D Ministry of Education

26. With reference to the governance of frontier AI models, what is the primary objective of the recent U.S. executive order mentioned in the context of OpenAI's GPT-5.6 rollout?

    1. A To nationalize all private AI research laboratories to ensure state control over intellectual property.
    2. B To establish a voluntary framework for developers to share models with the government for security review prior to release.
    3. C To permanently ban the development of any AI model exceeding current computational capacities.
    4. D To mandate the immediate open-sourcing of all AI models developed by private firms.

27. What is the primary duration of the temporary sanctions waiver granted by the United States to Iran for energy trade?

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

28. According to the reports, what is the approximate price discount per barrel offered by NIOC compared to similar regional grades?

    1. A $1 to $2
    2. B $3 to $4
    3. C $5 to $6
    4. D $7 to $8

29. Which of the following best describes the primary function of the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) in the context of settlement applications?

    1. A To act as a judicial body for criminal prosecution of corporate fraud
    2. B To resolve enforcement actions through a negotiated process without admitting or denying guilt
    3. C To manage the daily operational liquidity of listed infrastructure companies
    4. D To provide financial bailouts to struggling corporate entities

30. Which two nations exercise jurisdiction over the Strait of Hormuz according to the provided report?

    1. A Iran and Oman
    2. B Iran and Saudi Arabia
    3. C United States and Iran
    4. D Oman and UAE

31. Which of the following best describes the 'self-certification scheme' mentioned in the context of building approvals?

    1. A A policy that exempts building owners from all fire safety audits for ten years.
    2. B A process where the government inspects every building before granting occupancy certificates.
    3. C A mandatory requirement for all residential buildings to be converted into commercial spaces.
    4. D A system where a licensed architect or engineer certifies that the building plan complies with local bylaws.

32. Which legislation governs the issuance of travel documents to regulate the departure of individuals from India?

    1. A The Passports Act, 1967
    2. B The Foreigners Act, 1946
    3. C The Registration of Foreigners Act, 1939
    4. D The Citizenship Act, 1955

33. What is the primary geological characteristic of the plate boundary in Venezuela mentioned in the report?

    1. A Strike-slip boundary with sideways movement
    2. B Divergent boundary with volcanic activity
    3. C Intraplate faulting with vertical displacement
    4. D Subduction zone with frequent thrusting

34. According to the report, what is the current seismic design acceleration (g) for India's highest seismic zone (Zone V)?

    1. A 0.50g
    2. B 0.75g
    3. C 1.0g
    4. D 0.36g

35. Under which legal framework are criminal proceedings currently being initiated for the recent industrial gas leak incident in Tamil Nadu?

    1. A Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS)
    2. B Environment Protection Act, 1986
    3. C Indian Penal Code (IPC)
    4. D Factories Act, 1948

36. Which legislation regulates the functioning of private security agencies and their personnel in India?

    1. A The Security Personnel and Public Safety Act, 2008
    2. B The Private Guard and Bouncer Regulation Act, 2015
    3. C The Private Security Agencies (Regulation) Act, 2005
    4. D The Industrial Security and Safety Act, 2010

37. What is the primary cultural purpose of a 'nazar battu' in Indian folklore?

    1. A To mark the entrance of a place of worship
    2. B To serve as a decorative architectural element for aesthetic appeal
    3. C To signify the religious affiliation of a household
    4. D To act as a protective charm intended to deflect the evil eye

38. Which of the following geographical features is located at the head of the Khumbu Glacier in Nepal and is considered one of the most dangerous sections for climbers?

    1. A South Col
    2. B Khumbu Icefall
    3. C Hillary Step
    4. D Western Cwm

39. The recently announced joint venture 'Zydus Sunshine Lifesciences' is a collaboration between India and which of the following countries?

    1. A Bangladesh
    2. B Maldives
    3. C Sri Lanka
    4. D Nepal

40. The concession agreement for the development and management of Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport, Nagpur, has been signed with which entity?

    1. A MIHAN India Ltd.
    2. B Ministry of Civil Aviation
    3. C Airports Authority of India (AAI)
    4. D National Highways Authority of India (NHAI)

41. Which of the following best describes the primary focus of the 5th annual MSME Conclave held in Coimbatore?

    1. A Export-import policies for large-scale manufacturing
    2. B Digital transformation of rural agriculture
    3. C Financing strategies for MSMEs and the transition to clean mobility
    4. D Labor law reforms in the textile industry

42. The legend of the Vettudaiyal deity is historically associated with the resistance against colonial forces led by which historical figure?

    1. A Jhansi Rani Lakshmibai
    2. B Rani Mangammal
    3. C Kuyili
    4. D Velu Nachiyar

43. Which of the following legal concepts is most relevant to the Supreme Court's decision to close a criminal case due to the death of the accused and the extreme duration of the trial?

    1. A Statute of limitations
    2. B Right to a speedy trial
    3. C Res judicata
    4. D Double jeopardy

44. The Pradhanmantri Sangrahalaya, which showcases the lives and contributions of India's Prime Ministers, is located in which city?

    1. A Warangal
    2. B Mumbai
    3. C Hyderabad
    4. D New Delhi

45. Which body is primarily responsible for the academic content and research training in the school education system of a state, as referenced in the context of the Odisha textbook errors?

    1. A University Grants Commission (UGC)
    2. B National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
    3. C District Institute of Education and Training (DIET)
    4. D State Council of Educational Research and Training (SCERT)

46. In the context of the recent incident in Sirohi, Rajasthan, which of the following best describes the practice of 'social boycott' as a violation of fundamental rights?

    1. A Violation of the Right to Property under Article 300A
    2. B Violation of the Right to Freedom of Religion under Article 25
    3. C Violation of the Right to Information under Article 19
    4. D Violation of the Right to Equality and Protection against Untouchability under Articles 14 and 17

47. Bandipur and Nagarahole Tiger Reserves, recently in the news regarding safari operations, are located in which Indian state?

    1. A Andhra Pradesh
    2. B Kerala
    3. C Karnataka
    4. D Tamil Nadu

48. The Ramagiri Gold Field is geologically associated with which of the following cratons?

    1. A Western Dharwar Craton
    2. B Eastern Dharwar Craton
    3. C Singhbhum Craton
    4. D Bastar Craton

49. What is the level of exploration conducted by the Mineral Exploration, Research and Innovation Trust (MERIT) for the Ramagiri gold blocks?

    1. A G3 level
    2. B G1 level
    3. C G2 level
    4. D G4 level

50. Under the Seventh Schedule of the Indian Constitution, the subject of 'intoxicating liquors' falls under which list?

    1. A Residuary Powers
    2. B Concurrent List
    3. C Union List
    4. D State List

51. The festival of Muharram is primarily observed to commemorate which of the following events?

    1. A The martyrdom of Imam Hussain in the Battle of Karbala
    2. B The birth of Prophet Muhammad
    3. C The revelation of the Quran
    4. D The migration (Hijra) of the Prophet from Mecca to Medina

52. Which of the following statements is correct regarding the election of members to the Legislative Council in India?

    1. A The election process involves a secret ballot system.
    2. B Cross-voting in these elections is explicitly prohibited by the Tenth Schedule of the Constitution.
    3. C Members are elected through a system of open ballot to ensure transparency.
    4. D The Election Commission of India has no role in the conduct of these elections.

53. Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for specialized disaster response in India during structural collapse incidents?

    1. A National Disaster Management Authority
    2. B National Disaster Response Force
    3. C State Disaster Response Force
    4. D Central Industrial Security Force

54. The 'Tyag Chakra' is a prominent feature of which of the following institutions in India?

    1. A India Gate
    2. B National Defence Academy
    3. C Amar Jawan Jyoti
    4. D National War Memorial

55. Under the revised implementation plan for the three-language policy in CBSE schools, which students are primarily required to study two native Indian languages upon entry?

    1. A Students entering Class 6
    2. B Students entering Class 10
    3. C Students entering Class 7
    4. D Students entering Class 9

56. Which of the following legal charges are typically associated with the misappropriation of funds by employees entrusted with the management of public donations?

    1. A Violation of foreign exchange regulations
    2. B Criminal breach of trust and cheating
    3. C Sedition and public nuisance
    4. D Contempt of court and defamation

57. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for the implementation of development projects in the jhuggi-jhopdi (JJ) clusters of Delhi?

    1. A Delhi Jal Board (DJB)
    2. B Municipal Corporation of Delhi (MCD)
    3. C Delhi Development Authority (DDA)
    4. D Delhi Urban Shelter Improvement Board (DUSIB)