2 July 2026

Quiz — 2 July 2026

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Questions

1. Under the newly implemented Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (VB-G RAM G), what is the guaranteed number of employment days provided to registered households?

   1. A 150 days
   2. B 200 days
   3. C 125 days
   4. D 100 days

2. Which country currently holds the Presidency of the Council of the European Union as per the recent reports regarding the India-EU Free Trade Agreement?

   1. A Ireland
   2. B Germany
   3. C Belgium
   4. D France

3. What is the primary function of a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) in the Indian legislative process?

   1. A To adjudicate on disputes between the Union and State governments
   2. B To examine the details of a Bill and provide recommendations to Parliament
   3. C To pass the final version of a Bill into law
   4. D To appoint the Prime Minister and Council of Ministers

4. The 'High-Level Committee on Demographic Changes' was constituted to study which of the following?

   1. A Impact of climate change on coastal settlements
   2. B Implementation of the National Population Register (NPR) 2027
   3. C Demographic changes arising from illegal immigration and other abnormal reasons
   4. D Economic migration patterns between rural and urban sectors

5. What is the primary objective of the House Listing and Housing Operations (HLO) phase in the context of the Population Census 2027?

   1. A To conduct a socio-economic caste census
   2. B To finalize the total population count of India
   3. C To provide an estimate of settlements and tentative population in enumeration blocks
   4. D To issue unique identification numbers to all citizens

6. According to the recent NCLAT ruling, which authority has the exclusive jurisdiction to deal with the attachment of assets alleged to be proceeds of crime during insolvency proceedings?

   1. A Committee of Creditors (CoC)
   2. B Adjudicatory mechanism under the PMLA
   3. C Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI)
   4. D National Company Law Tribunal (NCLT)

7. In the context of the Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI), what does a reading of 54.2 signify?

   1. A A contraction in manufacturing activity
   2. B An expansion in manufacturing activity
   3. C A decline in input cost inflation
   4. D Stagnation in manufacturing output

8. Under which section of the Right to Information (RTI) Act, 2005, is the term 'public authority' defined?

   1. A Section 2(h)
   2. B Section 4(1)(b)
   3. C Section 2(a)
   4. D Section 8(1)

9. Dimethyl ether (DME), which can be blended with LPG, is primarily produced through which of the following processes?

   1. A Biomass fermentation
   2. B Solar-thermal electrolysis
   3. C Fractional distillation of crude oil
   4. D Coal gasification

10. What is the primary objective of the 'Digital Bharat Nidhi' as introduced under the Telecommunications Act, 2023?

    1. A To fund the development of indigenous messaging applications
    2. B To replace the Universal Service Obligation Fund for infrastructure in remote areas
    3. C To provide direct cash transfers to telecom subscribers
    4. D To regulate the export of satellite internet hardware

11. Which legislation provides the framework for states to revise and update prison laws, including provisions for the welfare of disabled prisoners?

    1. A The Mental Healthcare Act, 2017
    2. B The Prisons Act, 1894
    3. C The Model Prisons and Correctional Services Act, 2023
    4. D The Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016

12. Under which section of the Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act are states obligated to protect persons with disabilities from violence, abuse, or exploitation?

    1. A Section 12
    2. B Section 55(B)
    3. C Section 7
    4. D Section 21

13. According to the CRS 2024 report, what is the national sex ratio at birth in India?

    1. A 991 females per 1,000 males
    2. B 890 females per 1,000 males
    3. C 970 females per 1,000 males
    4. D 917 females per 1,000 males

14. Which of the following states/UTs recorded the highest sex ratio at birth in the 2024 CRS report?

    1. A Haryana
    2. B Kerala
    3. C Nagaland
    4. D Arunachal Pradesh

15. The Kamjong district, recently in the news for ethnic conflict, is located in which Indian state?

    1. A Nagaland
    2. B Mizoram
    3. C Manipur
    4. D Arunachal Pradesh

16. The 'VIJAY' road map, recently unveiled for the Indian Army, includes which of the following components?

    1. A Vulnerability, Integration, Justice, Atmanirbharta, Youth
    2. B Vigilance, Innovation, Jointness, Atmanirbharta, Yodha First
    3. C Vigilance, Intelligence, Jointness, Armament, Yodha First
    4. D Vision, Innovation, Jurisdiction, Atmanirbharta, Yodha First

17. Which of the following best describes the recent shift in the World Bank Group's Climate Change Action Plan (CCAP)?

    1. A A transition from fixed percentage-based funding targets to outcome-based performance indicators
    2. B The mandatory transfer of all climate projects to the Green Climate Fund
    3. C A complete withdrawal from all climate-related project funding
    4. D An increase in the climate co-benefits target to 50% of total financing

18. In the context of recent GST revenue trends, what does a higher growth rate in import-based tax collection compared to domestic transactions primarily suggest?

    1. A A significant reduction in the import of raw materials and intermediate goods
    2. B A decrease in the overall consumption of goods in India
    3. C A decline in the total GST revenue collected by the government
    4. D A potential reliance on imported goods over domestic manufacturing

19. Which of the following best describes the primary concern raised by the UN's Independent International Scientific Panel on Artificial Intelligence regarding AI development?

    1. A The pace of AI development exceeding scientific understanding and regulatory capacity.
    2. B The dominance of private corporations in setting global AI standards.
    3. C The lack of international funding for AI research in developing nations.
    4. D The inability of AI to perform complex real-world tasks due to energy shortages.

20. Which of the following features has been proposed by WhatsApp to allow users to interact without disclosing their personal phone numbers?

    1. A Username feature
    2. B End-to-end encryption
    3. C Two-factor authentication
    4. D SIM-binding protocol

21. Which of the following entities is required to provide approval for the acquisition of a stake in the Adani Vizhinjam Port Private Limited (AVPPL) according to the state government?

    1. A The Kerala State Government, Union Home Ministry, and Union Shipping Ministry
    2. B Only the Union Ministry of Finance
    3. C Only the Union Ministry of Commerce and Industry
    4. D The Reserve Bank of India and the State Government

22. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) was primarily enacted to:

    1. A Regulate the registration of foreign non-governmental organizations.
    2. B Manage the distribution of foreign aid in Left-wing extremism-affected areas.
    3. C Monitor the electoral funding of political parties in India.
    4. D Provide for the more effective prevention of certain unlawful activities of individuals and associations.

23. In the context of judicial intervention regarding digital content, which of the following best describes the principle applied by the Delhi High Court regarding political satire?

    1. A All AI-generated political content is protected under the right to privacy.
    2. B The judiciary has mandated a complete ban on the use of AI in political campaigning.
    3. C Public figures are prohibited from seeking legal recourse against any form of digital criticism.
    4. D Satire concerning political governance and policy is considered a protected aspect of democratic discourse.

24. Which of the following bodies was involved in the preparation of the 'Viksit Gujarat @2047' roadmap?

    1. A Gujarat State Institute of Transformation and the Planning Division of the General Administration Department
    2. B NITI Aayog and the State Finance Commission
    3. C The Department of Economic Affairs and the State Planning Board
    4. D The Ministry of Planning and the State Development Council

25. Which of the following are the eligibility criteria for the Mukh Mantri Mawan Dheeyan Satkar Yojna in Punjab?

    1. A Only women belonging to Scheduled Caste communities aged 18-60
    2. B Women aged 18 years or above, registered as voters in Punjab with a valid Aadhaar card
    3. C Women aged 21 years or above with a BPL card
    4. D All women residing in Punjab regardless of age or voter status

26. Under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026, what is the maximum price limit for a two-wheeler to qualify for purchase incentives?

    1. A ₹3.00 lakh
    2. B ₹5.00 lakh
    3. C ₹1.50 lakh
    4. D ₹2.25 lakh

27. What is the stipulated timeframe for the disbursement of subsidies under the Delhi Electric Vehicle Policy 2026 after the application is filed?

    1. A 60 days
    2. B 90 days
    3. C 45 days
    4. D 30 days

28. When resolving disputes between rival factions of a political party regarding the claim to a party symbol, which of the following criteria does the Election Commission primarily consider?

    1. A The recommendation of the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly
    2. B The total number of party members registered in the country
    3. C The support of a two-thirds majority in both the organisational and legislative wings
    4. D The seniority of the founding members of the party

29. The Strait of Hormuz serves as a vital maritime link between which two bodies of water?

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

30. What is the primary reason cited for the recent gasoline shortages in Russia?

    1. A A global surge in demand for refined petroleum products
    2. B A sudden decline in domestic crude oil production
    3. C Ukrainian attacks on Russian energy infrastructure
    4. D Sanctions imposed by the European Union on Russian oil exports

31. Which of the following best describes the primary capability of the AI model 'Mythos' as mentioned in recent reports?

    1. A Identification of vulnerabilities in large codebases for cybersecurity
    2. B Automated generation of biological research data
    3. C Optimization of agricultural supply chains
    4. D Real-time translation of regional Indian languages

32. What does the term 'TEU' refer to in the context of international maritime trade?

    1. A Transport Expenditure Unit
    2. B Total Export Unit
    3. C Trade Efficiency Utility
    4. D Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit

33. Which form is used for the registration of new voters in the Indian electoral process?

    1. A Form 6
    2. B Form 8
    3. C Form 12
    4. D Form 4

34. Under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS), which of the following is included in the definition of a 'person'?

    1. A Any company, association, or body of persons, whether incorporated or not
    2. B Only registered corporate entities
    3. C Only government-recognized non-profit organizations
    4. D Only natural human beings

35. As per the recent notification by the Delhi government, which period is designated for the total prohibition of all construction activities, excluding urgent public works?

    1. A November 1 to February 28
    2. B December 10 to January 20
    3. C November 1 to January 31
    4. D January 1 to February 28

36. Which of the following constitutional provisions or laws is primarily intended to prevent the destabilization of governments through the switching of party loyalties by legislators?

    1. A The Representation of the People Act, 1950
    2. B Article 324
    3. C The Tenth Schedule of the Constitution
    4. D Article 356

37. In the context of the ongoing conflict, which of the following best describes the strategic objective of targeting oil refineries and fuel logistics facilities deep within enemy territory?

    1. A To initiate formal diplomatic negotiations for a ceasefire
    2. B To degrade the adversary's military-industrial capacity and logistics
    3. C To establish a humanitarian corridor for civilian evacuation
    4. D To facilitate immediate territorial annexation of the targeted regions

38. Which of the following segments showed the highest percentage growth in wholesale volumes for Tata Motors in June 2026?

    1. A Domestic passenger vehicles
    2. B Electric vehicles
    3. C Exported passenger vehicles
    4. D Commercial vehicles

39. What is the estimated total size of the Indian pet care market as per recent industry reports?

    1. A ₹5,000 crore
    2. B ₹6,000 crore
    3. C ₹2,000 crore
    4. D ₹8,000 crore

40. In the context of recent cybercrime investigations, what does the term 'digital arrest' typically refer to?

    1. A A legal procedure where a court orders the freezing of a person's digital assets.
    2. B A government-mandated shutdown of internet services in a specific geographic region.
    3. C The mandatory biometric registration of citizens for digital identity verification.
    4. D A fraudulent tactic where victims are coerced into remaining on a video call under the false threat of legal action until they transfer money.

41. According to the Venkatesa Mahatmyam, what protocol must be followed by devotees visiting the Tirumala Hills?

    1. A Offerings must be made simultaneously to both avatars
    2. B Offerings must be made to Varaha Perumal before Srinivasa
    3. C Offerings must be made to Srinivasa before Varaha Perumal
    4. D No specific order of offering is required for devotees

42. Which of the following best describes the composition of the Special Investigation Team (SIT) mentioned in the context of the Ram Temple donation probe?

    1. A A multi-disciplinary team comprising administrative, police, and finance officials
    2. B An independent committee of non-governmental auditors
    3. C A purely judicial body appointed by the Supreme Court
    4. D A legislative panel formed by the state assembly

43. Which of the following constitutional provisions primarily empowers the High Courts to issue directions for the protection of fundamental rights and the regulation of administrative procedures?

    1. A Article 356
    2. B Article 32
    3. C Article 226
    4. D Article 142

44. Which of the following positions is held by the officer responsible for the Integrated Defence Staff to the Chairman, Chiefs of Staff Committee?

    1. A Chief of Integrated Defence Staff
    2. B Vice Chief of the Air Staff
    3. C Vice Chief of the Army Staff
    4. D General Officer Commanding-in-Chief

45. In the context of disaster management in India, which of the following best describes the primary cause of structural failures like retaining wall collapses during monsoon events?

    1. A Lack of urban population density
    2. B Deforestation in arid regions
    3. C Seismic activity exclusively
    4. D Soil saturation and hydrostatic pressure increase

46. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for the maintenance of public trees and urban infrastructure in Mumbai?

    1. A Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation
    2. B Urban Development Department of Maharashtra
    3. C Maharashtra State Road Development Corporation
    4. D Mumbai Metropolitan Region Development Authority

47. The 'Schizothorax pelzami', recently in the news for conservation efforts in Arunachal Pradesh, belongs to which of the following groups?

    1. A Ray-finned fish
    2. B Crustacean
    3. C Cartilaginous fish
    4. D Amphibian

48. Which of the following best describes the core objective of 'citizen-centric policing' as advocated in recent administrative discourse?

    1. A Strictly focusing on punitive measures to reduce traffic violations.
    2. B Prioritizing the use of heavy surveillance technology over human intelligence.
    3. C Increasing the autonomy of police forces from judicial oversight.
    4. D Focusing on the sensitivity of law enforcement towards the safety of women and children.

49. Which of the following best describes the primary responsibility of Urban Local Bodies (ULBs) regarding the implementation of sustainable transport initiatives like the adoption of electric vehicles?

    1. A Managing local infrastructure and public service delivery to support urban mobility
    2. B Regulating the international import tariffs on lithium-ion batteries
    3. C Adjudicating disputes between state and central governments regarding green energy funding
    4. D Formulating national-level environmental policy for the entire country

50. Which model of project implementation is being used for the construction of the Dwarka Expressway to Vasant Kunj road project?

    1. A Hybrid Annuity Model (HAM)
    2. B Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC)
    3. C Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT)
    4. D Public-Private Partnership (PPP) - Toll Operate Transfer

51. What is the primary technological method mentioned for constructing the tunnel section beneath the southern Ridge?

    1. A Cut-and-cover method
    2. B Tunnel boring machine (TBM) technology
    3. C New Austrian Tunnelling Method (NATM)
    4. D Drill and blast method

52. Which of the following factors primarily contributed to the increased transit time and supply chain costs for LPG in India during early 2026?

    1. A New environmental regulations on maritime fuel
    2. B Closure of the Suez Canal
    3. C Conflict in West Asia affecting the Strait of Hormuz
    4. D Increased domestic demand for aviation turbine fuel

53. Under which legislation has the Land and Development Office (L&DO) initiated eviction proceedings against the Delhi Gymkhana Club?

    1. A The Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorised Occupants) Act, 1971
    2. B The Land Acquisition Act, 2013
    3. C The Government Grants Act, 1895
    4. D The Delhi Development Act, 1957