30 June 2026

Quiz — 30 June 2026

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Questions

1. Which of the following features distinguishes the newly proposed Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G) from the MGNREGA?

   1. A The financial burden on States has been reduced from 10% to 5%.
   2. B It shifts from a demand-driven framework to a supply-driven model with capped budgets.
   3. C It is a universal scheme applicable to all rural households in India.
   4. D It mandates 200 days of guaranteed employment annually.

2. What is the Government of India's equity stake in the National Investment and Infrastructure Fund (NIIF)?

   1. A 51%
   2. B 100%
   3. C 49%
   4. D 26%

3. Which of the following sectors is explicitly identified as a focus area for the proposed NIIF Infrastructure Fund II?

   1. A Retail banking
   2. B E-mobility
   3. C Space exploration
   4. D Agricultural subsidies

4. According to the International Narcotics Control Board, which country has recently become the world's leading source of illicit opium?

   1. A Pakistan
   2. B Myanmar
   3. C Thailand
   4. D Afghanistan

5. Which of the following is cited as a primary advantage of adopting open-source AI models for India's sovereign infrastructure?

   1. A Guaranteed elimination of all cognitive labor risks
   2. B Sovereignty and reduced reliance on foreign APIs
   3. C Elimination of the need for high-performance computing hardware
   4. D Complete reliance on foreign APIs for real-time updates

6. What is the primary distinction between 'knowledge' and 'information' in the context of AI systems, as discussed in the text?

   1. A AI systems are capable of generating knowledge through deep learning
   2. B Information is always accurate, while knowledge is subject to fabrication
   3. C Knowledge requires context, judgment, and experience, whereas AI generates statistical patterns
   4. D Knowledge is generated by algorithms, while information is generated by humans

7. What is the approximate length of the border shared between India and China?

   1. A 2,500 km
   2. B 3,488 km
   3. C 5,100 km
   4. D 4,200 km

8. Which statutory body in India is primarily responsible for investigating anti-competitive practices and ensuring fair market competition?

   1. A Securities and Exchange Board of India
   2. B Telecom Regulatory Authority of India
   3. C Competition Commission of India
   4. D NITI Aayog

9. Which of the following categories is used for classifying debt security investments by Foreign Institutional Investors in India?

   1. A Voluntary Retention Route (VRR), Sovereign Gold Bonds, and General Limit
   2. B Priority Sector Lending, General Limit, and Statutory Liquidity Ratio
   3. C Fully Accessible Route (FAR), External Commercial Borrowings, and Equity Linked Savings
   4. D General Limit, Voluntary Retention Route (VRR), and Fully Accessible Route (FAR)

10. Which of the following indices has been recently introduced as part of the statistical reforms by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI)?

    1. A Human Development Index
    2. B Producer Price Index
    3. C Global Innovation Index
    4. D Ease of Doing Business Index

11. Which of the following categories of vehicles is explicitly excluded from receiving subsidies under the new Delhi EV policy?

    1. A Electric two-wheelers
    2. B Hybrid vehicles
    3. C N1 commercial trucks
    4. D Electric three-wheelers

12. What is the primary nodal agency responsible for the implementation of the new Delhi EV policy and the development of charging infrastructure?

    1. A Delhi Transco Ltd (DTL)
    2. B Delhi Transport Department
    3. C Municipal Corporation of Delhi
    4. D Power Department

13. What does the term 'de-mated' state refer to in the context of India's nuclear arsenal?

    1. A Warheads are stored separately from their delivery vehicles under civilian oversight.
    2. B Warheads are deployed on submarines but not on land-based missiles.
    3. C Warheads are permanently disabled to comply with international disarmament treaties.
    4. D Warheads are undergoing maintenance and are currently non-functional.

14. Which of the following best describes the strategic advantage of canisterised missiles in India's nuclear arsenal?

    1. A They allow for the use of multiple warheads on a single missile.
    2. B They enable the missiles to be fired directly from a sealed cylinder without further preparation.
    3. C They increase the range of the missile to cover intercontinental distances.
    4. D They allow the missiles to be launched from underwater platforms.

15. Under the new RBI rules for scam compensation effective from 2027, what is the maximum lifetime compensation a victim can receive for a fraudulent electronic banking transaction?

    1. A ₹1,00,000
    2. B ₹25,000
    3. C ₹50,000
    4. D 85% of the loss amount with no cap

16. According to the RBI's updated framework, which of the following scenarios would likely disqualify a customer from receiving compensation for a fraudulent transaction?

    1. A The transaction occurred due to a third-party breach
    2. B Ignoring fraud signal warnings displayed on a UPI PIN screen
    3. C Reporting the fraud to the cybercrime helpline within four days
    4. D The transaction was executed under coercion or duress

17. Which U.S. legislation was cited by the U.S. Supreme Court as insufficient to support the implementation of reciprocal tariffs?

    1. A Section 301 of the Trade Act
    2. B Foreign Trade Zones Act
    3. C International Emergency Economic Powers Act (IEEPA)
    4. D Trade Act of 1974

18. Under which section of the U.S. Trade Act of 1974 has the U.S. Trade Representative initiated investigations into trade partners regarding forced labour and excess manufacturing capacity?

    1. A Section 201
    2. B Section 232
    3. C Section 301
    4. D Section 401

19. Which of the following parameters is NOT included in the State Food Safety Index measured by the FSSAI?

    1. A Consumer empowerment
    2. B Human resources and institutional data
    3. C Food testing infrastructure and surveillance
    4. D Political representation of the region

20. As per the recent amendment to the Food Safety and Standards Act, what is the new basis for determining the frequency of inspections for Food Business Operators (FBOs)?

    1. A Dynamic risk-based assessment
    2. B Fixed annual mandatory inspections
    3. C Number of consumer complaints received
    4. D Random lottery selection

21. Which of the following missiles is identified as a dual-role system in the Chinese arsenal capable of hitting high-value targets in the Indian hinterland?

    1. A DF-21C
    2. B DF-15B
    3. C DF-26
    4. D DF-16

22. What is the primary strategic recommendation for the structural placement of a future Indian rocket force?

    1. A Under the Ministry of Home Affairs
    2. B Under the Chief of Defence Staff
    3. C Under the National Security Advisor
    4. D Under the individual service chiefs

23. The 'Delegation of Financial Powers to DRDO (DFP-2026)' framework primarily aims to:

    1. A Improve efficiency and timely execution of strategic R&D projects
    2. B Privatize all defense research laboratories
    3. C Centralize all procurement decisions under the Ministry of Finance
    4. D Reduce the total budget allocation for the Ministry of Defence

24. The PM Family Care Tracker (PM-FCT) aims to provide end-to-end monitoring for which of the following age groups?

    1. A Infants and children up to 5 years
    2. B Pregnant women, newborns, and children/adolescents up to 18 years
    3. C Pregnant women and children up to 12 years
    4. D Adolescents and adults up to 25 years

25. Which of the following is a key feature of the PM Family Care Tracker platform?

    1. A Digital Health Passports for families
    2. B Direct cash transfers to beneficiaries
    3. C Centralised procurement of vaccines
    4. D Public disclosure of individual medical records

26. Under the provisions of the West Bengal Public Safety and Control of Anti-Social Activities Bill, 2026, who is mandated to chair the advisory board for detention review?

    1. A The District Magistrate
    2. B A current or former High Court judge
    3. C A senior police official
    4. D The State Home Secretary

27. Which of the following states/territories are signatories to the 1994 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) regarding the sharing of surface waters of the Upper Yamuna Basin?

    1. A Haryana, Rajasthan, Delhi, Uttarakhand, and Madhya Pradesh
    2. B Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi
    3. C Haryana, Rajasthan, Punjab, Himachal Pradesh, and Delhi
    4. D Haryana, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Punjab, and Uttarakhand

28. According to the recent study by A-PAG, IIT Delhi, and TERI, what is the primary source of heavy-duty truck traffic entering Delhi?

    1. A Construction-related local transport
    2. B International logistics corridors
    3. C Transit traffic passing through to other states
    4. D Regional freight destined for Delhi and the NCR

29. What percentage of Delhi's transport sector PM2.5 emissions is attributed to inter-State trucks during night and early morning hours?

    1. A 61%
    2. B 52%
    3. C 92%
    4. D 23%

30. Which Article of the Indian Constitution directs the State to endeavor to secure a Uniform Civil Code for the citizens throughout the territory of India?

    1. A Article 45
    2. B Article 37
    3. C Article 51
    4. D Article 44

31. With reference to the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) in India, consider the following statements: 1. The government has transitioned from using the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) to the Producer Price Index (PPI) for measuring certain value-based outputs. 2. The current IIP series is based on the 2022-23 base year. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

    1. A 2 only
    2. B 1 only
    3. C Neither 1 nor 2
    4. D Both 1 and 2

32. Which Act introduced the 'Improvement Notice' mechanism for first-time procedural non-compliances under the Legal Metrology Act, 2009?

    1. A Consumer Protection Act, 2019
    2. B Jan Vishwas (Amendment of Provisions) Act, 2026
    3. C Ease of Doing Business Act, 2025
    4. D Legal Metrology (Amendment) Act, 2024

33. Which of the following categories is NOT exempted from the CBSE three-language policy?

    1. A Students in Class 12
    2. B Students whose guardians migrate to another State
    3. C Children with special needs
    4. D Students in CBSE schools located outside India

34. According to the NEP 2020, how many of the three languages learned by a student should be native to India?

    1. A None
    2. B All three
    3. C At least one
    4. D At least two

35. What is the primary objective behind the Indian Army's decision to raise 'Baaz Battalions'?

    1. A To increase the number of infantry soldiers in border areas
    2. B To centralize and enhance Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) capabilities
    3. C To manage logistics and supply chains through automated transport
    4. D To replace traditional artillery with autonomous missile systems

36. Which of the following best describes the principle of 'operational secrecy' in the context of military operations?

    1. A The withholding of sensitive tactical data to prevent adversaries from gaining a strategic advantage.
    2. B The practice of delaying the announcement of casualties until after a general election.
    3. C The total exclusion of the public from all information regarding military activities.
    4. D The absolute authority of the executive to classify all military-related information indefinitely.

37. With reference to the resignation of a member of a State Legislative Assembly, which of the following statements is correct regarding the role of the Speaker?

    1. A The Speaker is required to accept the resignation only if it is found to be genuine and voluntary, with the motive being irrelevant.
    2. B The Speaker has the discretionary power to reject a resignation if it leads to the instability of the government.
    3. C The resignation of an MLA becomes effective only after the Governor's formal approval.
    4. D The Speaker must conduct a judicial inquiry into the political motives of the member before accepting the resignation.

38. Which of the following best describes the 'in-situ' slum rehabilitation model as implemented in the Kathputli Colony project?

    1. A Relocating slum dwellers to peripheral areas with permanent land titles.
    2. B Converting slum settlements into green zones and relocating residents to high-rise apartments outside city limits.
    3. C Redeveloping the existing slum land by providing housing to residents while utilizing a portion of the land for commercial purposes.
    4. D Providing cash transfers to slum dwellers to purchase housing in the open market.

39. What is the primary objective of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) conducted by the Election Commission of India?

    1. A To conduct the actual polling for legislative assembly elections
    2. B To register new political parties for the upcoming elections
    3. C To re-demarcate the boundaries of parliamentary constituencies
    4. D To update and verify the accuracy of the electoral rolls

40. As per the constitutional provisions for a Union Territory with a Legislative Assembly, what is the maximum permissible size of the Council of Ministers?

    1. A 20% of the total strength of the Legislative Assembly
    2. B 10% of the total strength of the Legislative Assembly
    3. C 15% of the total strength of the Legislative Assembly
    4. D 5% of the total strength of the Legislative Assembly

41. In the context of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls in Karnataka, which of the following statements is correct regarding the enumeration process?

    1. A The final electoral rolls are published immediately after the house-to-house enumeration concludes.
    2. B Booth Level Officers are instructed to make at least three visits to households to ensure no eligible elector is left out.
    3. C Electors must submit government-issued identity documents to the Booth Level Officer.
    4. D The enumeration process requires forms to be filled exclusively in the regional language.

42. The Jaagat Jot Sri Guru Granth Sahib Satkar Act was originally enacted in which year?

    1. A 2026
    2. B 2012
    3. C 2008
    4. D 2005

43. Which of the following legislations is currently being utilized by authorities in Maharashtra to address the issue of examination paper leaks?

    1. A National Examination Integrity Act, 2023
    2. B Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2022
    3. C Maharashtra Control of Organised Crime Act (MCOCA)
    4. D Maharashtra Competitive Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Act, 2024

44. Under which primary legislation, alongside the Indian Penal Code, was the accused convicted in the Pune rape-murder case?

    1. A Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act
    2. B Criminal Procedure Code
    3. C Juvenile Justice Act
    4. D Domestic Violence Act

45. The 'Special Intensive Revision' (SIR) of electoral rolls is a process primarily overseen by which of the following bodies?

    1. A State Election Commission
    2. B Ministry of Home Affairs
    3. C Office of the Registrar General of India
    4. D Election Commission of India

46. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for investigating corruption cases involving public servants in the National Capital Territory of Delhi?

    1. A Serious Fraud Investigation Office
    2. B Anti-Corruption Branch
    3. C Central Vigilance Commission
    4. D Central Bureau of Investigation

47. Which of the following measures was taken by the government on June 12 to address the fuel supply situation?

    1. A A control order to prevent black marketing and hoarding of diesel
    2. B A mandatory reduction in petrol prices by 10 percent
    3. C A complete ban on the export of diesel
    4. D A restriction on the import of crude oil from West Asia

48. Which of the following bodies manages the Sri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple, often cited as a model for professional temple administration in India?

    1. A Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust
    2. B Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams
    3. C Central Waqf Council
    4. D Archaeological Survey of India

49. Which of the following best describes the significance of the Strait of Hormuz in the context of global energy security?

    1. A It facilitates the transit of approximately 20% of global oil and natural gas trade.
    2. B It is a closed internal waterway with no international legal status.
    3. C It is a newly discovered route for renewable energy exports.
    4. D It is a landlocked sea route controlled exclusively by a single nation.

50. Which of the following is the primary conservation status of the white-rumped vulture (Gyps bengalensis) according to the IUCN Red List?

    1. A Near Threatened
    2. B Vulnerable
    3. C Endangered
    4. D Critically Endangered

51. The Mudumalai Tiger Reserve, recently in the news regarding vulture conservation, is located in which state?

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

52. Which of the following countries were specifically mentioned as experiencing the impact of the recent European heatwave?

    1. A Greece, Turkey, and Bulgaria
    2. B Italy, Albania, and Serbia
    3. C Austria, Hungary, and Romania
    4. D France, Germany, and Spain

53. Which of the following regions in Ukraine were reported to have been targeted by recent Russian drone and missile strikes according to the latest reports?

    1. A Donetsk, Luhansk, Kherson, and Crimea
    2. B Chernihiv, Poltava, Mykolaiv, and Sumy
    3. C Kyiv, Lviv, Odessa, and Dnipro
    4. D Dnipro, Zaporizhzhia, Sumy, and Kharkiv

54. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of Tech Mahindra's deployment of the 'Perplexity Enterprise Pro' platform?

    1. A To replace human customer support staff with autonomous AI agents
    2. B To provide cloud infrastructure services for government data storage
    3. C To enhance sales performance and customer engagement through intelligent research tools
    4. D To automate the entire software development life cycle for clients

55. Which department is responsible for the administration of government-run schools and textbook distribution in Odisha?

    1. A Department of Higher Education
    2. B State Council of Educational Research and Training
    3. C School and Mass Education Department
    4. D Department of Tribal Affairs

56. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) is primarily responsible for:

    1. A The oversight of archaeological sites under the ASI
    2. B The regulation of gold imports for religious institutions
    3. C The management of state-run forest reserves
    4. D The administration of temples in the state of Kerala

57. The State Investigation Agency (SIA) is a specialized unit primarily associated with which of the following?

    1. A Investigation of financial crimes in the banking sector
    2. B Investigation of cases related to terrorism and insurgency in Jammu and Kashmir
    3. C Monitoring of environmental violations in protected areas
    4. D Oversight of electoral malpractices during state assembly elections

58. Which of the following authorities is primarily responsible for the issuance of passports in India under the Passports Act, 1967?

    1. A State Police Department
    2. B Election Commission of India
    3. C Ministry of Home Affairs
    4. D Ministry of External Affairs

59. Who is responsible for administering the oath of office to newly elected members of the Rajya Sabha?

    1. A The Vice-President of India or a person appointed by them
    2. B The President of India
    3. C The Speaker of the Lok Sabha
    4. D The Chief Justice of India

60. Which central investigative agency is responsible for the investigation into the NEET-UG 2026 paper leak case mentioned in the recent court proceedings?

    1. A Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
    2. B National Investigation Agency (NIA)
    3. C Enforcement Directorate (ED)
    4. D Serious Fraud Investigation Office (SFIO)

61. Which of the following best describes the significance of high-level diplomatic representation at state funerals in international relations?

    1. A It is primarily a mechanism for negotiating trade agreements between two nations.
    2. B It is a legal obligation that determines the future of military alliances.
    3. C It serves as a symbolic gesture to signal the importance of bilateral ties and mutual respect.
    4. D It is a mandatory requirement under the Vienna Convention on Diplomatic Relations.

62. Which of the following constitutional provisions empowers the State to make special provisions for the advancement of socially and educationally backward classes in the context of public employment and education?

    1. A Article 15
    2. B Article 21A
    3. C Article 14
    4. D Article 45

63. Which of the following best describes the status of livestock movement under the Goods and Services Tax (GST) regime in India?

    1. A It is taxed at the highest slab due to its luxury status.
    2. B It is completely exempted from GST.
    3. C It is subject to a 5% concessional GST rate.
    4. D It is categorized under the 'zero-rated' supply category.

64. Which of the following is a primary objective of the Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)?

    1. A Ensuring housing for all by providing financial assistance for construction
    2. B Promoting industrialization in tribal-dominated districts
    3. C Developing high-value real estate for private investment
    4. D Providing universal health coverage to rural households

65. Under the Indian legal framework, which of the following is a primary consideration for a court when deciding on a bail application in a serious criminal case?

    1. A The stage of the investigation and potential for tampering with evidence
    2. B The political affiliation of the accused
    3. C The personal financial status of the victim
    4. D The duration of the trial regardless of the severity of the crime

66. Which militant group was identified by Pakistani authorities as the primary target of their recent operations in Afghanistan?

    1. A Jamaat-ul-Ahrar
    2. B The Afghan Taliban
    3. C Al-Qaeda
    4. D Tehreek-i-Taliban Pakistan (TTP)