7 July 2026

Quiz — 7 July 2026

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Questions

1. Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution mandates elections to the Lok Sabha and State Legislative Assemblies to be based on universal adult suffrage?

   1. A Article 324
   2. B Article 327
   3. C Article 326
   4. D Article 325

2. The 'Right to Walk' on footpaths has been recognized by the Supreme Court as a fundamental right under which of the following articles?

   1. A Article 14 and 21
   2. B Article 21 and 25
   3. C Article 14 and 19(1)(a)
   4. D Article 19(1)(d) and 21

3. Which of the following statements best describes the methodology being tested for caste enumeration in the 2027 Census rehearsal?

   1. A A pre-defined list of all castes is provided for respondents to select from.
   2. B An open column is provided for respondents to self-report their caste.
   3. C Only Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes are being recorded as per previous practice.
   4. D Caste enumeration is restricted to urban areas only.

4. The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, mandates which of the following requirements for State Waqf Boards?

   1. A Total autonomy from state government oversight
   2. B Exclusion of all government officials from the board
   3. C Requirement for all members to be legal experts
   4. D Mandatory inclusion of at least two non-Muslim members

5. What is the cut-off date for the detection and deportation of illegal immigrants in Assam as per the Assam Accord of 1985?

   1. A December 31, 2014
   2. B March 24, 1971
   3. C January 1, 1950
   4. D August 15, 1947

6. Which of the following best describes the function of the Foreigners' Tribunals in India?

   1. A They are executive bodies that issue deportation orders directly.
   2. B They are international courts established to resolve border disputes.
   3. C They are quasi-judicial bodies that adjudicate on the citizenship status of individuals.
   4. D They are legislative committees tasked with drafting immigration policy.

7. Which of the following instruments were recently included under the Fully Accessible Route (FAR) for foreign investment?

   1. A 15, 30, and 40-year Government Securities and Sovereign Green Bonds
   2. B Foreign Currency Non-Resident (FCNR) deposits and Municipal Bonds
   3. C Short-term Treasury Bills and Corporate Bonds
   4. D Equity shares of public sector undertakings and Green Bonds

8. Which of the following is true regarding the Vikram-1 rocket?

   1. A It is a multi-stage rocket developed by ISRO for international commercial use.
   2. B It is India's first privately developed orbital-class rocket.
   3. C It is India's first government-developed orbital-class rocket.
   4. D It is a sub-orbital launch vehicle designed for atmospheric research.

9. Which of the following best describes the impact of El Nino on India's power sector as per recent projections?

   1. A It increases the efficiency of solar power generation due to clearer skies.
   2. B It eliminates the need for coal-fired power plants.
   3. C It leads to a surplus of power due to reduced industrial demand.
   4. D It creates a generation gap primarily due to reduced wind and hydropower output.

10. What is the primary economic concern associated with a poor monsoon in India?

    1. A An immediate increase in the contribution of agriculture to the GVA.
    2. B Potential food inflation and a decline in aggregate rural demand.
    3. C A decrease in the Current Account Deficit due to reduced imports.
    4. D A surge in rural employment opportunities in the non-farm sector.

11. Which of the following best describes the primary role of the Union Ministry of Cooperation as stated in its policy framework?

    1. A Policy-making and creating a framework for the cooperative ecosystem
    2. B Direct management of state-level cooperative societies
    3. C Exclusive regulation of all insurance companies in India
    4. D Direct implementation of agricultural subsidies at the village level

12. Which of the following best describes the provision under Section 16A(5) of the proposed FCRA amendment as discussed in the context of institutional assets?

    1. A A requirement for all religious institutions to register under the Societies Registration Act instead of FCRA.
    2. B Mandatory conversion of all foreign-funded schools into government-run institutions.
    3. C Empowering designated authorities to take over or dispose of assets created with foreign contributions upon cancellation or non-renewal of registration.
    4. D A total ban on the use of foreign contributions for the acquisition of immovable property like land and buildings.

13. For which term is India campaigning for a non-permanent seat at the UN Security Council?

    1. A 2028-29
    2. B 2026-27
    3. C 2027-28
    4. D 2029-30

14. Which country is India's primary competitor for the Asia-Pacific regional seat at the UNSC for the 2028-29 term?

    1. A Sri Lanka
    2. B Tajikistan
    3. C Fiji
    4. D Austria

15. Under the Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) as per the current provisions of the National Food Security Act, 2013, what is the monthly foodgrain entitlement for a covered household?

    1. A 7 kg per person
    2. B 25 kg per household
    3. C 5 kg per person
    4. D 35 kg per household

16. Which of the following best describes the mandate of the Delhi EV Policy 2026 regarding three-wheelers?

    1. A Compulsory conversion of all existing ICE three-wheelers to electric by 2027.
    2. B Mandatory registration of only electric three-wheelers in Delhi from January 1, 2027.
    3. C A total phase-out of all three-wheelers from Delhi roads by 2030.
    4. D Immediate ban on all existing petrol and CNG auto-rickshaws by 2026.

17. Which of the following criteria is currently used by SEBI to determine the eligibility of a stock for Securities Lending and Borrowing (SLB)?

    1. A Average monthly trading turnover of at least ₹1 billion over the previous six months
    2. B Minimum dividend yield of 5% per annum
    3. C Market capitalization exceeding ₹10,000 crore
    4. D Presence in the Nifty 50 index for at least three years

18. With reference to the Project 17A stealth frigates, consider the following statements: 1. They are designed by the Navy's Warship Design Bureau. 2. They are built by Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

19. Which of the following countries are currently members of the expanded BRICS grouping as mentioned in the recent anti-drug agencies meeting?

    1. A Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Pakistan, Turkey, and Mexico
    2. B Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Japan, South Korea, and Australia
    3. C Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Nigeria, Vietnam, and Thailand
    4. D Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Indonesia

20. What does the acronym 'MAHASAGAR' stand for in the context of India's foreign policy?

    1. A Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Regions
    2. B Maritime and Holistic Advancement for Security Across the Global Arena
    3. C Mutual Advancement for Holistic Security and Growth Across Regional Nations
    4. D Modern Association for Holistic Advancement and Security Across Global Regions

21. The Prambanan Temple complex, a site of cultural significance in India-Indonesia relations, is located in which country?

    1. A India
    2. B Thailand
    3. C Indonesia
    4. D Vietnam

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

    1. A Provide for the more effective prevention of certain unlawful activities of individuals and associations
    2. B Manage the internal security of border states exclusively
    3. C Regulate the functioning of non-governmental organizations
    4. D Control the spread of misinformation on social media platforms

23. Which of the following best describes the policy stance regarding the operation of major ports in India to ensure fair competition?

    1. A Ports are required to maintain an open-access model to prevent monopolistic control by any single shipping line.
    2. B The Central government retains 100% equity in all port infrastructure to ensure national security.
    3. C Exclusive operational rights are granted to the primary private developer for the duration of the concession period.
    4. D Foreign shipping companies are prohibited from entering into equity partnerships with domestic port developers.

24. Under which national initiative were Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) primarily introduced to strengthen rural health infrastructure in India?

    1. A National Health Mission
    2. B Integrated Child Development Services
    3. C Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana
    4. D Ayushman Bharat

25. Which of the following officials is primarily responsible for conducting door-to-door verification during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls?

    1. A Chief Electoral Officer
    2. B District Magistrate
    3. C Returning Officer
    4. D Booth Level Officer

26. Which of the following bodies is responsible for issuing safety checklists for schools in the context of child protection in Delhi?

    1. A Delhi Commission for Protection of Child Rights
    2. B Ministry of Education
    3. C National Commission for Protection of Child Rights
    4. D Central Board of Secondary Education

27. Which of the following statements regarding the proposed National Stock Exchange (NSE) IPO is correct based on recent reports?

    1. A The roadshows for the IPO have already been concluded.
    2. B The IPO is estimated to be valued at approximately ₹5 lakh crore.
    3. C The IPO size is targeted at ₹30,000 crore.
    4. D The NSE IPO will be the first to surpass the ₹30,000 crore mark in Indian history.

28. Which of the following factors is primarily cited as a cause for the recent depreciation of the Indian rupee against the U.S. dollar?

    1. A Strengthening of the U.S. dollar in global markets
    2. B Significant increase in foreign direct investment
    3. C Surplus in India's balance of trade
    4. D Domestic interest rate cuts by the RBI

29. Which of the following best describes the Supreme Court's stance on the hierarchical filing of complaints in the Indian legal system?

    1. A The Court acts as the primary investigative body for all complaints involving communal harmony.
    2. B The Court has the authority to bypass the police and lower courts for all public interest litigation.
    3. C The Court mandates that litigants must exhaust lower-level legal and police remedies before approaching the apex court.
    4. D The Court encourages direct petitions to ensure speedy resolution of sensitive matters.

30. Which constitutional body is primarily responsible for the registration of political parties and the resolution of disputes concerning their symbols and internal leadership?

    1. A Supreme Court of India
    2. B Election Commission of India
    3. C Parliament of India
    4. D Ministry of Law and Justice

31. The National Socialist Council of Nagaland (NSCN-IM) has been a party to a ceasefire agreement with the Government of India since which year?

    1. A 1997
    2. B 2000
    3. C 1995
    4. D 1990

32. Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for issuing warnings regarding extreme weather events like cloudbursts in India?

    1. A National Disaster Management Authority
    2. B India Meteorological Department
    3. C Geological Survey of India
    4. D Central Water Commission

33. Hindustan Machine Tools (HMT) is primarily categorized under which of the following sectors in the Indian economy?

    1. A Private Sector Enterprise
    2. B Cooperative Society
    3. C Joint Venture
    4. D Public Sector Enterprise

34. Which of the following best describes the status of individuals residing in relief camps due to ethnic conflict in Manipur?

    1. A Migrant workers
    2. B Stateless persons
    3. C Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs)
    4. D Refugees

35. Which of the following bodies is responsible for granting permission for the transplantation or felling of trees in the National Capital Territory of Delhi?

    1. A Delhi Forest Department
    2. B Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
    3. C Central Pollution Control Board
    4. D National Green Tribunal

36. Under the current legal framework for digital intermediaries in India, which of the following best describes the requirement for content removal as argued by major tech platforms in recent judicial proceedings?

    1. A The judiciary has mandated that all social media companies must employ human moderators for every court-related video.
    2. B Intermediary liability laws grant absolute immunity to platforms regardless of the nature of the content shared.
    3. C Platforms are legally mandated to proactively monitor all live-streamed judicial proceedings.
    4. D Platforms claim that identification of specific content is impracticable without precise location data such as URLs.

37. Which of the following acts is primarily used by the NIA to prosecute individuals and organisations involved in terrorist activities in India?

    1. A Terrorist and Disruptive Activities (Prevention) Act, 1987
    2. B Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
    3. C Prevention of Terrorism Act, 2002
    4. D National Security Act, 1980

38. What is a quasar primarily powered by?

    1. A The collision of two dark matter galaxies
    2. B Supernova explosions in the early universe
    3. C A supermassive black hole
    4. D Nuclear fusion in the core of a young star

39. The Euclid space telescope is operated by which of the following organizations?

    1. A European Space Agency
    2. B ISRO
    3. C Roscosmos
    4. D NASA

40. What is the primary mechanism of action of PROTAC (proteolysis-targeting chimaera) molecules?

    1. A Replacing mutated genes with healthy genetic material
    2. B Blocking the active site of a protein to inhibit its function
    3. C Enhancing the immune system's ability to detect cancer cells
    4. D Recruiting target proteins to E3 ligases for degradation

41. Which of the following is a significant advantage of PROTACs over conventional small-molecule inhibitors?

    1. A They are smaller and easier for the body to absorb
    2. B They do not rely on cellular machinery to function
    3. C They can act as catalysts to degrade multiple copies of a target protein
    4. D They only require a single dose for a lifetime cure

42. Which of the following processes is essential for maintaining the structural stability of a star during its main sequence lifetime?

    1. A Radiative cooling
    2. B Hydrostatic equilibrium
    3. C Gravitational collapse
    4. D Thermal runaway

43. What is the primary mechanism that allows a laser to function by ensuring more atoms are in an excited state than a relaxed state?

    1. A Nitrogen fixation
    2. B Nuclear fission
    3. C Population inversion
    4. D Chemical equilibrium

44. Which bacterium was the first to be identified as the causative agent of a human disease?

    1. A Treponema pallidum
    2. B Yersinia pestis
    3. C Vibrio cholerae
    4. D Mycobacterium leprae

45. Which of the following regions has recently experienced widespread wildfires leading to the evacuation of thousands of residents?

    1. A Eastern Europe
    2. B Central Asia
    3. C Southern Europe
    4. D Northern Scandinavia

46. According to the World Health Organization, what is the approximate number of confirmed cases in the recent Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo?

    1. A 1,561
    2. B 1,000
    3. C 2,000
    4. D 500

47. Which of the following best describes the recent missile test conducted by China in the Pacific Ocean?

    1. A A joint missile defence drill conducted exclusively with regional Pacific island nations.
    2. B A strategic missile carrying a dummy warhead launched from a submarine.
    3. C A land-based intercontinental ballistic missile test targeting a remote island.
    4. D A surface-to-air missile test conducted in the South China Sea.

48. Which regulatory body in India is responsible for granting approval for Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) by corporate entities?

    1. A Securities and Exchange Board of India
    2. B Reserve Bank of India
    3. C Ministry of Finance
    4. D Competition Commission of India

49. In the context of the pharmaceutical industry, what does an Abbreviated New Drug Application (ANDA) primarily facilitate?

    1. A The patent registration for a newly discovered biological molecule
    2. B The mandatory reporting of adverse drug reactions to international health bodies
    3. C The approval of a new chemical entity for clinical trials
    4. D The marketing of a generic drug product that is comparable to an innovator drug

50. What is the primary driver cited for the recent wave of layoffs across major technology companies?

    1. A A global decline in consumer demand for personal computers
    2. B The strategic reallocation of capital toward Artificial Intelligence infrastructure
    3. C Increased regulatory scrutiny from international antitrust bodies
    4. D A sudden shortage of skilled software engineering talent

51. According to the FADA data for June 2026, which of the following segments recorded the highest year-on-year growth?

    1. A Three-wheelers
    2. B Two-wheelers
    3. C Passenger vehicles
    4. D Commercial vehicles

52. What was the overall EV penetration rate across all automobile categories in June 2026?

    1. A 40.35%
    2. B 7.75%
    3. C 3.53%
    4. D 12.5%

53. The Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021 are notified under which of the following legislations?

    1. A The Indian Penal Code, 1860
    2. B The Information Technology Act, 2000
    3. C The Press Council Act, 1978
    4. D The Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, 1995

54. Which organization is primarily responsible for the maintenance and protection of the Taj Mahal in India?

    1. A National Monuments Authority
    2. B Archaeological Survey of India
    3. C UNESCO World Heritage Committee
    4. D Ministry of Culture

55. Which of the following institutions is primarily responsible for the training of Indian Police Service (IPS) officers?

    1. A National Crime Records Bureau (NCRB)
    2. B Bureau of Police Research and Development (BPRD)
    3. C National Investigation Agency (NIA)
    4. D Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel National Police Academy (SVPNPA)

56. Which of the following best describes the proposed administrative model for the professional management of the Ram Temple as suggested by the Temple Construction Committee?

    1. A Direct control by the Ministry of Culture
    2. B Management by a state-appointed bureaucrat
    3. C A Tirupati-like model with a professional CEO
    4. D Complete oversight by the Supreme Court

57. Under which provision of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) can authorities impose prohibitory orders to prevent public gatherings and maintain order?

    1. A Section 144
    2. B Section 163
    3. C Section 103
    4. D Section 238

58. The 'Samagra Shiksha' programme is a flagship scheme for school education in India. Under which ministry is it implemented?

    1. A Ministry of Education
    2. B Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
    3. C Ministry of Home Affairs
    4. D Ministry of Culture

59. With reference to the maintenance of rural road infrastructure, which of the following factors is most commonly cited as a primary cause for the failure of small culverts during heavy rainfall?

    1. A Lack of seismic sensors in rural road design
    2. B Blockage of water flow due to debris accumulation in drainage pipes
    3. C Inadequate soil compaction during initial road laying
    4. D Excessive use of high-grade concrete in culvert construction

60. Under the Indian legal framework, which of the following best describes the role of the Supreme Court when an ongoing investigation is allegedly being compromised by public statements?

    1. A The Court can only intervene if the government formally requests a stay on public statements.
    2. B The Court is constitutionally barred from intervening in investigations until a charge sheet is filed.
    3. C The Court must transfer the case to a lower court to handle witness protection issues.
    4. D The Court can issue directions to regulate public discourse to protect the sanctity of the investigation.

61. The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act was enacted in which year?

    1. A 2012
    2. B 2005
    3. C 2015
    4. D 2010

62. Which Saudi Arabian low-cost carrier recently commenced its first direct flight operations to India?

    1. A Flynas
    2. B Saudia
    3. C Air Arabia
    4. D Flyadeal

63. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is primarily designed to deal with which of the following?

    1. A Regulation of digital media content
    2. B Regulation of cyber-bullying in educational institutions
    3. C Control of foreign exchange violations
    4. D Prevention of unlawful activities and terrorist acts

64. Which of the following are recognized symptoms of White Gut Disease (WGD) in shrimp?

    1. A Stunted growth, brown intestines, and loose shells
    2. B Bright red coloration of the exoskeleton
    3. C Increased feed intake and rapid weight gain
    4. D Excessive swimming activity and surface floating

65. The 'Them Metor' area, which has been a subject of relocation discussions in Meghalaya, is located in which city?

    1. A Nongpoh
    2. B Tura
    3. C Jowai
    4. D Shillong

66. The Hema Committee, which recently brought to light issues regarding the working conditions of women in the film industry, was constituted to study problems in which state?

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

67. Which of the following principles is most directly challenged by the occurrence of extrajudicial killings in a democratic setup?

    1. A Federalism
    2. B Separation of Powers
    3. C Right to Property
    4. D Due Process of Law

68. Which of the following best describes the role of the Delhi High Court in the case involving the Wrestling Federation of India and the athlete's show-cause notice?

    1. A The court acted as the primary disciplinary authority for all national sports athletes.
    2. B The court permanently struck down the selection policy of the federation.
    3. C The court directed the federation to conclude its internal disciplinary process within a specified timeframe.
    4. D The court adjudicated the merits of the anti-doping allegations.

69. Under which legislation was the show-cause notice issued to the Delhi Gymkhana Club regarding the eviction of occupants?

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

70. Under which section of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) is an FIR typically registered for acts that endanger the life or personal safety of others, such as food contamination?

    1. A Section 120
    2. B Section 125
    3. C Section 145
    4. D Section 130