10 July 2026

Quiz — 10 July 2026

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Questions

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

   1. A 5 kg
   2. B 7 kg
   3. C 35 kg
   4. D 10 kg

2. Which section of the National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013 is the subject of the proposed amendment regarding foodgrain entitlements?

   1. A Section 10, sub-section (1)
   2. B Section 3, sub-section (1)
   3. C Section 5, sub-section (2)
   4. D Section 12, sub-section (3)

3. The Viksit Bharat Shiksha Adhishthan (VBSA) Bill, 2025, seeks to replace which of the following existing regulatory bodies?

   1. A UGC, AICTE, and NCTE
   2. B UGC, NCTE, and NAAC
   3. C UGC, NAAC, and AICTE
   4. D NCTE, AICTE, and NCERT

4. The proposed twin-tube tunnel project mentioned in the context aims to connect which two locations?

   1. A Malappuram and Wayanad
   2. B Anakkampoyil and Meppadi
   3. C Chooralmala and Kozhikode
   4. D Kalladi and Puthumala

5. The recent waiver of Basic Customs Duty (BCD) by the Finance Ministry covers which of the following components used in electronics manufacturing?

   1. A Display assemblies, lithium-ion cells, and inductor coil modules
   2. B Semiconductor wafers, display assemblies, and lithium-ion cells
   3. C Printed circuit boards, inductor coil modules, and copper wiring
   4. D Lithium-ion cells, display assemblies, and integrated circuits

6. Which of the following historical agreements or initiatives involved the resolution of a deadlock between India and Pakistan during the tenure of a military leader?

   1. A Tashkent Declaration
   2. B Lahore Declaration
   3. C Indus Waters Treaty
   4. D Simla Agreement

7. Which constitutional provision provides for a committee of the Legislative Assembly of Manipur consisting of members elected from the Hill Areas of the State?

   1. A Article 371D
   2. B Article 371B
   3. C Article 371A
   4. D Article 371C

8. Who serves as the Chairperson of the National Board for Wildlife (NBWL)?

   1. A Director General of Forests
   2. B Minister of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
   3. C Chief Justice of India
   4. D Prime Minister of India

9. The National Board for Wildlife (NBWL) is a statutory body constituted under which of the following legislations?

   1. A Biological Diversity Act, 2002
   2. B Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
   3. C Forest (Conservation) Act, 1980
   4. D Wildlife (Protection) Act, 1972

10. The Office Memorandum of August 23, 1993, which is currently under judicial scrutiny regarding IPS training, pertains to which of the following?

    1. A Reservation quotas for women in central armed police forces
    2. B A one-year hiatus in training post-delivery for female probationers
    3. C Mandatory age limit for civil service entry
    4. D Guidelines for maternity leave duration for all government employees

11. Which of the following bodies is primarily responsible for conducting the UGC-NET examination in India?

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

12. The 'quadrangular security grid' for border management, as discussed in recent policy discourse, involves which of the following stakeholders?

    1. A State Police, Central Armed Police Forces, Intelligence Bureau, and International NGOs
    2. B Ministry of Home Affairs, Ministry of External Affairs, Border Security Force, and Local Panchayats
    3. C Border-guarding forces, State/district administrations, Central government stakeholders, and local citizens
    4. D Military, Navy, Air Force, and Coast Guard

13. Which of the following criteria is primarily used to identify a group as a 'Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group' (PVTG) in India?

    1. A High literacy rate and urban integration
    2. B Participation in national political processes
    3. C Ownership of large tracts of agricultural land
    4. D Pre-agricultural level of technology, stagnant or declining population, and low literacy

14. The 'Special Central Assistance to Tribal Sub-Scheme' is provided under which Article of the Indian Constitution?

    1. A Article 244
    2. B Article 338
    3. C Article 371
    4. D Article 275(1)

15. Which of the following organisations is responsible for initiating the 'Mobilisation for AIDS Suraksha' campaign?

    1. A World Health Organization (WHO)
    2. B Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR)
    3. C Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
    4. D National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO)

16. The States Reorganisation Commission, which formed the basis for the current linguistic boundaries of Indian states, was established in which decade?

    1. A 1970s
    2. B 1960s
    3. C 1950s
    4. D 1940s

17. Which of the following states are signatories to the Narmada project agreement regarding displacement and land compensation?

    1. A Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Uttar Pradesh, and Rajasthan
    2. B Madhya Pradesh, Gujarat, Rajasthan, and Maharashtra
    3. C Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, and Goa
    4. D Madhya Pradesh, Maharashtra, Chhattisgarh, and Gujarat

18. Which of the following best describes the core legal issue currently being considered by the Supreme Court regarding arrests?

    1. A Whether typographical errors in an arrest memo automatically render an arrest illegal.
    2. B Whether the grounds of arrest must be mandatorily furnished to an accused in writing.
    3. C Whether the police have the authority to arrest without a warrant in all criminal cases.
    4. D Whether the judiciary can grant bail to an accused without hearing the state's arguments.

19. Which of the following institutional mechanisms is currently part of the India-Australia security architecture?

    1. A 2+2 Foreign and Defence Ministerial Dialogue
    2. B Trilateral Security Pact (AUKUS)
    3. C Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP)
    4. D Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA)

20. What is the primary objective of the India-Australia Maritime Security Collaboration Road Map?

    1. A To regulate commercial fishing rights in the Indian Ocean
    2. B To establish a joint naval base in the South China Sea
    3. C To strengthen coordination across the Indian Ocean and the wider Indo-Pacific
    4. D To replace the Indian Ocean Rim Association (IORA) with a bilateral framework

21. Which of the following best describes the objective of the proposed age-based restrictions on social media for minors in India?

    1. A To protect children and society from potential harms associated with social media usage
    2. B To mandate that all social media users provide government-issued identification
    3. C To completely ban social media platforms from operating in India
    4. D To restrict the use of Artificial Intelligence in social media algorithms

22. In the context of digital advertising, what is the primary legal issue raised by allowing competitors to use a trademarked name as an advertising keyword?

    1. A Infringement of trademark rights
    2. B Violation of foreign direct investment norms
    3. C Violation of data privacy laws
    4. D Breach of contract between advertisers

23. Which of the following best describes the current strategic shift in India's Global Capability Centres (GCCs) as highlighted by the Chief Economic Adviser?

    1. A A transition from simple cost-centres to capability-driven innovation hubs.
    2. B A complete replacement of human-led design roles by automated AI systems.
    3. C A reduction in the reliance on domestic talent in favor of global outsourcing.
    4. D A shift from high-value innovation to low-cost routine support services.

24. The 'Weave The Future' platform, which focuses on upcycling and circular design, is an initiative of which of the following?

    1. A Ministry of Textiles
    2. B Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises
    3. C Ministry of Commerce and Industry
    4. D Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change

25. Which section of the Income Tax Act provides for the tax exemption on gifts received between spouses?

    1. A Section 56(2)(i)
    2. B Section 80C
    3. C Section 56(2)(x)
    4. D Section 10(10D)

26. Under the Panchayats (Extension to Scheduled Areas) (PESA) Act, 1996, which of the following is mandatory for the acquisition of land in Scheduled Areas?

    1. A Approval from the State Legislative Assembly
    2. B Direct notification from the Union Ministry of Environment
    3. C Consent of the Gram Sabha
    4. D Approval from the District Collector only

27. With reference to the recent observations of the Supreme Court regarding unauthorised constructions, which of the following statements is correct?

    1. A The Court has directed the central government to take over all municipal functions in Delhi.
    2. B The Court has declared that 93% of all buildings in India are non-compliant with fire safety norms.
    3. C The Court has ordered the immediate demolition of all multi-storey buildings in Gurugram and Lucknow.
    4. D The Court linked the rise in fatal fire incidents in urban areas to the failure of civic bodies to act against unauthorised buildings.

28. The Information Disorder Tackling Unit (IDTU), recently in the news, is an initiative associated with which of the following?

    1. A Karnataka State Cyber Command Unit
    2. B Union Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
    3. C National Crime Records Bureau
    4. D Election Commission of India

29. What is the primary target for data centre capacity under the Gujarat Data Centre Policy (2026-29)?

    1. A 12.5 GW
    2. B 5 GW
    3. C 7.5 GW
    4. D 10 GW

30. Which of the following is a specific incentive provided under the Gujarat Data Centre Policy to address the resource requirements of the sector?

    1. A Tax holiday on corporate income
    2. B Free land allocation in industrial zones
    3. C Financial assistance for captive desalination plants
    4. D Direct equity participation by the state government

31. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the NeoSep 1 trial?

    1. A To map the genetic predisposition of newborns to bacterial infections
    2. B To develop a new vaccine for neonatal sepsis
    3. C To evaluate and rank antibiotic combinations for newborns with sepsis
    4. D To compare the efficacy of traditional herbal medicine against sepsis

32. According to studies on neonatal sepsis in India, which group of organisms is primarily responsible for infections, differing from trends in developed countries?

    1. A Fungal pathogens
    2. B Gram-positive cocci
    3. C Group B Streptococcus
    4. D Gram-negative organisms

33. According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) data, what was the approximate prevalence of secondary infertility in India by 2015-2016?

    1. A 25.0%
    2. B 19.5%
    3. C 28.6%
    4. D 35.2%

34. What is the current permissible limit for Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in the Indian insurance sector?

    1. A 49%
    2. B 100%
    3. C 74%
    4. D 26%

35. The 'Rājyavyavahārakośa', commissioned in 1677, was primarily designed to:

    1. A Codify the laws of the Mughal court for local administration
    2. B Standardize the use of Persian in administrative documents
    3. C Promote English as the language of governance in the Deccan
    4. D Replace Persian and Arabic administrative terms with Marathi or Sanskrit equivalents

36. Which of the following best describes B.R. Ambedkar’s position on linguistic states as articulated in his writings and speeches?

    1. A He believed linguistic states would inevitably lead to the fragmentation of the Indian Union
    2. B He opposed the creation of Maharashtra as a linguistic province to maintain national unity
    3. C He advocated for the immediate imposition of a single national language to replace regional tongues
    4. D He argued that 'One State, one language' is a fundamental democratic principle for administrative stability

37. Which of the following documents explicitly notes the 'unequal distribution of roads' as a factor hindering non-motorized transport in the national capital?

    1. A Swachh Bharat Mission Urban 2.0
    2. B National Urban Transport Policy 2006
    3. C Draft Master Plan of Delhi 2041
    4. D Smart Cities Mission Guidelines

38. Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for investigating money laundering cases related to large-scale financial scams in India?

    1. A Serious Fraud Investigation Office
    2. B Central Bureau of Investigation
    3. C Financial Intelligence Unit
    4. D Directorate of Enforcement

39. The 'zero coal leakage' initiative is primarily aimed at:

    1. A Increasing the export capacity of coal-producing states
    2. B Privatizing coal mines to improve operational efficiency
    3. C Safeguarding national mineral resources and strengthening transparency in the coal sector
    4. D Reducing the carbon footprint of thermal power plants

40. Under which legislative framework are legal proceedings initiated against illegal coal mining and transportation in India?

    1. A The Environment (Protection) Act, 1986
    2. B The Mineral Concession Rules, 1960
    3. C The Coal Mines (Nationalisation) Act, 1973
    4. D The Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Act, 1957

41. Which of the following countries are members of the Quadrilateral Security Dialogue (Quad)?

    1. A India, Australia, South Korea, and the United States
    2. B India, Australia, Japan, and France
    3. C India, Japan, United Kingdom, and the United States
    4. D India, Australia, Japan, and the United States

42. The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act primarily aims to:

    1. A Regulate the sale of government databases to private coaching institutes
    2. B Mandate the commercialization of student examination data for educational research
    3. C Restrict the flow of international data transfers without exception
    4. D Provide a legal framework for the processing of digital personal data in a manner that recognizes both the right of individuals to protect their personal data and the need to process such data for lawful purposes

43. Which of the following bodies is typically responsible for conducting an independent investigation into cases of custodial deaths or police encounters in India, as per National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) guidelines?

    1. A The State Legislative Assembly
    2. B The local police station where the incident occurred
    3. C The Criminal Investigation Department (CID) or an independent agency
    4. D The District Magistrate only

44. With reference to the structure of modern transnational organised crime groups as highlighted in recent reports, which of the following best describes their operational model?

    1. A A structure that operates solely through formal business entities to avoid law enforcement scrutiny.
    2. B A strictly hierarchical structure with centralized decision-making at every level.
    3. C A decentralised model where members have limited information about other associates to minimize exposure.
    4. D A model that relies exclusively on domestic recruitment without international mobility.

45. The Travancore Devaswom Board (TDB) is primarily responsible for the administration of temples in which Indian state?

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

46. Under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013, which body is primarily responsible for conducting an inquiry into complaints of sexual harassment?

    1. A Local Complaints Committee
    2. B Internal Committee
    3. C Human Rights Commission
    4. D National Commission for Women

47. Under the Delhi Rent Control Act, which of the following actions by a tenant typically constitutes grounds for eviction if performed without the landlord's written consent?

    1. A Change of the bank's name due to amalgamation
    2. B Parting with possession of the premises to a third party
    3. C Payment of rent through digital banking channels
    4. D Renovation of the interior of the commercial space

48. Which of the following measures is primarily associated with urban flood mitigation strategies in Delhi as per recent administrative reports?

    1. A Construction of new river dams
    2. B Mandatory rainwater harvesting in all residential units
    3. C Expansion of the city's green cover by 20%
    4. D Pre-monsoon desilting of stormwater drains

49. Which of the following statements regarding the Indian southwest monsoon is correct based on historical data?

    1. A The date of nationwide monsoon coverage is a direct predictor of the total seasonal rainfall.
    2. B There is no simple relationship between the date of nationwide monsoon coverage and the eventual June-September rainfall.
    3. C July is considered the least significant month for Indian agriculture regarding rainfall.
    4. D The monsoon has historically covered the entire country by June 15 every year since 1971.

50. Which of the following best describes the role of the judiciary in the context of the reported repatriation case?

    1. A The judiciary is responsible for drafting bilateral treaties between India and Bangladesh regarding migration.
    2. B The judiciary acts as the primary agency for conducting border security operations.
    3. C The judiciary is the sole authority for determining the nationality of all individuals residing in border districts.
    4. D The judiciary serves as a check against executive overreach in cases involving the potential wrongful deportation of citizens.

51. What is the primary function of the newly launched 'ChatGPT Work' by OpenAI?

    1. A To generate creative content for social media marketing
    2. B To execute tasks across different applications and files for workplace automation
    3. C To perform real-time translation of legal documents
    4. D To provide automated customer support for retail websites

52. According to the recent report on the Ebola outbreak in Congo, which provinces have reported new suspected cases outside the original epicentre of Ituri?

    1. A Tshopo and Haut-Uele
    2. B Ituri and Kisangani
    3. C Haut-Uele and Kinshasa
    4. D Kinshasa and Tshopo

53. In the context of the Indian capital market, what does an 'Offer for Sale' (OFS) mechanism primarily entail?

    1. A A mandatory requirement for all mutual funds to list on the stock exchange.
    2. B Existing shareholders selling their stake to the public through the stock exchange.
    3. C Issuance of fresh shares to raise new capital for company expansion.
    4. D The government acquiring a majority stake in a private asset management company.

54. Which of the following factors has been identified as a positive contributor to the growth of the protection segment in the Indian life insurance industry?

    1. A GST rate exemptions
    2. B Direct government subsidies for policyholders
    3. C Deregulation of premium pricing
    4. D Reduction in corporate tax rates

55. Semaglutide, which recently faced supply issues in the Indian generic market, is primarily used for the treatment of which of the following conditions?

    1. A Diabetes and weight management
    2. B Chronic respiratory infections
    3. C Autoimmune disorders
    4. D Hypertension and cardiovascular disease

56. What was the reported Total Contract Value (TCV) for TCS in the first quarter of FY27?

    1. A $9.5 billion
    2. B $14.3 billion
    3. C $13.6 billion
    4. D $2.6 billion

57. The proposed 'club of eminent scientists' for non-aligned developing countries is intended to be modeled after which existing international organization?

    1. A The International Science Council
    2. B The World Academy of Sciences
    3. C The Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change
    4. D The Club of Rome

58. In the context of disaster management, which of the following best describes the risk posed by LPG cylinders displaced during flood events?

    1. A The primary risk is limited to the environmental pollution caused by the metal casing of the cylinders.
    2. B LPG cylinders are chemically inert when submerged in water, rendering them safe for public retrieval.
    3. C The unknown internal pressure and potential for gas leakage make them hazardous objects requiring professional handling.
    4. D The cylinders are designed to be completely buoyant and pose no risk to riverine ecosystems.

59. In the context of Shadanga Yoga, what does the term 'Kaarpanyam' signify?

    1. A The resolve to be favourable to the Lord
    2. B The absolute faith that the Lord will protect
    3. C The avoidance of actions displeasing to the Lord
    4. D The humility of admitting one's utter helplessness

60. The 'Drishti-10 Starliner' UAV, recently in the news, is an Indianised version of which of the following international platforms?

    1. A MQ-9B SeaGuardian
    2. B Bayraktar TB2
    3. C Heron TP
    4. D Hermes-900

61. Which of the following statements regarding the election of members to the Rajya Sabha is correct?

    1. A Members are elected by the people through direct universal adult suffrage.
    2. B The election follows the first-past-the-post system.
    3. C The President of India nominates all members based on state recommendations.
    4. D Members are elected by the elected members of the State Legislative Assemblies.

62. Which of the following best describes the allegation made by the CBI in the Reliance Home Finance Limited (RHFL) case?

    1. A Direct embezzlement of cash from bank vaults
    2. B Illegal acquisition of government land for corporate projects
    3. C Manipulation of stock market prices through insider trading
    4. D Diversion of borrowed funds through intermediary and conduit entities

63. The occurrence of 'adhika masam' in the Hindu lunar calendar is primarily due to:

    1. A The alignment of the solar and lunar years
    2. B The precession of the equinoxes
    3. C The movement of the Earth around the Sun
    4. D The gravitational pull of the Moon on the tides

64. Which of the following sectors is currently a priority for India-South Korea industrial cooperation, as highlighted in recent investment outreach efforts?

    1. A Semiconductors and Electric Vehicles
    2. B Traditional Handicrafts and Tourism
    3. C Textiles and Agriculture
    4. D Space Exploration and Deep Sea Mining

65. What does the term 'E20' refer to in the context of Indian fuel policy?

    1. A A fuel blend consisting of 20% ethanol and 80% gasoline
    2. B A government subsidy scheme for electric vehicle charging stations
    3. C A high-octane aviation turbine fuel grade
    4. D An international standard for crude oil extraction efficiency

66. The Shahjahanabad Redevelopment Corporation (SRDC) has been renamed as which of the following?

    1. A Indraprastha Heritage Development Board
    2. B Indraprastha Virasat Punarvikas Nigam
    3. C Old Delhi Urban Renewal Corporation
    4. D Delhi Walled City Conservation Authority

67. Under which section of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) has the FIR been registered in the Rohini building collapse case?

    1. A Section 105
    2. B Section 102
    3. C Section 110
    4. D Section 120