1 August 2026

Quiz — 1 August 2026

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Questions

1. What is the annual financial assistance provided to eligible farmers under the PM-KISAN scheme?

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

2. When was the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN) scheme officially launched?

   1. A February 2018
   2. B March 2019
   3. C January 2020
   4. D February 2019

3. What is the primary objective of the 'Samudra Manthan' scheme approved by the Union Cabinet?

   1. A To establish international maritime trade corridors
   2. B To develop deep-sea fishing infrastructure
   3. C To boost offshore oil and gas exploration efforts
   4. D To promote renewable energy transition in coastal areas

4. What is the total financial outlay approved for the Samudra Manthan scheme until FY2030-31?

   1. A ₹10,000 crore
   2. B ₹84,084 crore
   3. C ₹43,200 crore
   4. D ₹28,534 crore

5. Which committee was primarily responsible for recommending the classification of 142 talukas in the Western Ghats as Ecologically Sensitive Areas (ESA)?

   1. A Sanjay Kumar Committee
   2. B Madhav Gadgil Committee
   3. C M.S. Swaminathan Committee
   4. D Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan Committee

6. Under which legislative framework are the Ecologically Sensitive Area (ESA) notifications for the Western Ghats proposed to be issued?

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

7. Which organization is designated to implement the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana?

   1. A Solar Energy Corporation of India
   2. B National Thermal Power Corporation
   3. C Power Grid Corporation of India
   4. D Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

8. What is the primary objective regarding battery energy storage under the Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana?

   1. A To store energy only during the monsoon season
   2. B To mandate at least two hours of storage for supported projects
   3. C To provide 24-hour backup for all industrial units
   4. D To replace the need for grid connectivity entirely

9. Which of the following institutions is leading the 'Let’s Fix Our Food' consortium focused on adolescent nutrition in India?

   1. A NITI Aayog
   2. B Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
   3. C ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN)
   4. D Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

10. Which section of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita (BNS) deals with the punishment for bigamy?

    1. A Section 82
    2. B Section 80
    3. C Section 81
    4. D Section 83

11. Which ministry is currently responsible for managing government programs related to youth affairs in India?

    1. A Ministry of Labour and Employment
    2. B Ministry of Human Resource Development
    3. C Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports
    4. D Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship

12. Which of the following best describes the 'principle of open justice' as discussed in the context of judicial proceedings?

    1. A The mandate that all judicial archives must be available for public editing and modification.
    2. B The necessity for judicial processes to be transparent and accessible to the public to ensure accountability.
    3. C The right of the public to record and monetize court proceedings for commercial gain.
    4. D The absolute freedom of digital platforms to broadcast court hearings without any regulatory oversight.

13. According to the Constitution of India, what is the maximum period a person can continue to be a Minister in a State without being a member of the State Legislature?

    1. A Six months
    2. B Until the next session of the Legislature
    3. C One year
    4. D Three months

14. Which of the following bodies is responsible for the regulation and management of water sharing in the Cauvery basin?

    1. A Inter-State River Water Tribunal
    2. B Central Water Commission
    3. C Cauvery River Board
    4. D Cauvery Water Management Authority

15. Under the Registration of Births and Deaths (Amendment) Bill, 2026, what is the requirement for registering a birth or death that occurs after a delay of more than two years?

    1. A Verification by a gazetted officer
    2. B Approval from the District Collector
    3. C An order from a judicial magistrate of the first class
    4. D A self-attested affidavit submitted to the local registrar

16. Which of the following entities is a joint venture between the Adani Group and Israel Weapon Industries?

    1. A Advanced Weapons and Equipment India
    2. B India Optel
    3. C Munitions India
    4. D PLR Systems

17. What is the total settlement amount paid by the National Stock Exchange (NSE) to SEBI regarding the co-location and dark fibre cases?

    1. A ₹1,491.21 crore
    2. B ₹714.74 crore
    3. C ₹2,205.95 crore
    4. D ₹776.47 crore

18. According to recent SEBI clarifications, an off-market sale of unlisted equity shares is not considered a deemed public issue if the number of purchasers in a financial year does not exceed:

    1. A 200 persons
    2. B 500 persons
    3. C 50 persons
    4. D 100 persons

19. Which of the following bodies acts as the appellate authority against the orders passed by the Competition Commission of India (CCI)?

    1. A Competition Appellate Tribunal (COMPAT)
    2. B Supreme Court of India
    3. C High Court
    4. D National Company Law Appellate Tribunal (NCLAT)

20. The U.K.-India Technology Security Initiative (TSI), launched in 2024, focuses on cooperation in which of the following areas?

    1. A Textiles, agriculture, and maritime logistics
    2. B Financial services, banking, and taxation
    3. C AI, semiconductors, and critical minerals
    4. D Nuclear energy, space exploration, and tourism

21. According to the recent data provided by the Ministry of External Affairs regarding Indian nationals in the Russian Armed Forces, how many individuals have been released from their contracts?

    1. A 24
    2. B 139
    3. C 220
    4. D 51

22. Which statutory body is the primary authority for the regulation and monitoring of inter-country adoptions in India?

    1. A Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA)
    2. B Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
    3. C Ministry of Women and Child Development
    4. D National Commission for Protection of Child Rights (NCPCR)

23. Under which primary legislation are the adoption procedures in India currently governed?

    1. A The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012
    2. B The Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015
    3. C The Guardians and Wards Act, 1890
    4. D The Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956

24. Under which legislation can the government order the preventive detention of a person to prevent them from acting in a manner prejudicial to the security of the State?

    1. A Maintenance of Internal Security Act, 1971
    2. B Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act, 1967
    3. C Public Safety Act, 1978
    4. D National Security Act, 1980

25. Which of the following best describes the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz in the context of global energy trade?

    1. A It is the primary maritime route between the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.
    2. B It serves as a vital chokepoint for oil exports from the Persian Gulf.
    3. C It is a landlocked sea route controlled entirely by a single nation under international law.
    4. D It connects the Red Sea to the Mediterranean Sea.

26. The Optional Practical Training (OPT) program in the United States is primarily an extension of which visa category?

    1. A J-1 Visa
    2. B F-1 Visa
    3. C L-1 Visa
    4. D H1-B Visa

27. What was the capacity utilisation rate of Indian Oil Corporation's refineries during the June-ended quarter?

    1. A 112.5%
    2. B 109.4%
    3. C 100.0%
    4. D 95.2%

28. Which facility did the Indian Oil Corporation tap into to raise $500 million for foreign currency borrowings?

    1. A Asian Development Bank infrastructure loan
    2. B Sovereign Gold Bond scheme
    3. C RBI credit facility swap window
    4. D World Bank emergency fund

29. Consider the following statements regarding the southwest monsoon season in India: 1. July is typically the rainiest month of the four-month monsoon season. 2. A positive Indian Ocean Dipole (IOD) is generally associated with a weakening of the Indian monsoon. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

30. The Strait of Hormuz connects which of the following bodies of water?

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

31. Which of the following principles did the Bombay High Court emphasize regarding the functioning of regulatory bodies like the FDA?

    1. A Prioritization of government establishments over private entities
    2. B Discretionary enforcement based on ownership
    3. C Fair, impartial, and uniform application of rules
    4. D Exemption of state secretariat canteens from health inspections

32. The presence of faecal coliform in drinking water is primarily used as an indicator of which of the following?

    1. A Industrial chemical pollution
    2. B Heavy metal contamination
    3. C Sewage contamination
    4. D High salinity levels

33. Which agency is primarily responsible for investigating corruption cases involving state government officials in Tamil Nadu?

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

34. Which of the following agencies are typically involved in rescue and relief operations during major flood events in India as seen in the recent Assam floods?

    1. A The Reserve Bank of India and NABARD exclusively
    2. B Only the Indian Army and local police
    3. C National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) and State Disaster Response Force (SDRF)
    4. D Only the State Revenue Department and NGOs

35. The 'Vidya Vahini Yojana' is primarily aimed at which of the following objectives?

    1. A Providing digital tablets to all government school students
    2. B Upgrading sports infrastructure in government schools
    3. C Providing financial scholarships for higher education to rural students
    4. D Improving access to education for Class 9 girls by facilitating school transport

36. What is the primary objective of the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls conducted by the Election Commission?

    1. A To conduct the actual voting process for general elections
    2. B To update and verify voter records to ensure accuracy and inclusivity
    3. C To appoint new Booth-Level Officers for permanent government service
    4. D To digitise the entire legislative assembly records of a state

37. The Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA) is primarily aimed at:

    1. A Protecting the rights of whistleblowers in government
    2. B Preventing unlawful activities of individuals and associations
    3. C Managing the interstate water disputes
    4. D Regulating foreign direct investment in sensitive sectors

38. In the context of internal security in India, which of the following best describes the nature of 'targeted killings' as observed in recent incidents in Jammu and Kashmir?

    1. A State-sponsored operations to neutralize high-value targets
    2. B Large-scale conventional warfare between state and non-state actors
    3. C Systematic attacks aimed at specific individuals or groups to create fear and disrupt social harmony
    4. D Spontaneous civil unrest resulting from economic grievances

39. Kambala, a traditional buffalo racing sport, is primarily associated with which Indian state?

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

40. What is the historical significance of the term 'Bleeding Madras' in the context of the textile industry?

    1. A It describes a type of fabric produced exclusively in the Caribbean during the colonial era.
    2. B It refers to a specific weaving technique that creates a bleeding effect on the loom.
    3. C It refers to the damage caused to the fabric during the traditional washing process in the 1950s.
    4. D It was a marketing strategy that rebranded the use of non-colourfast vegetable dyes as a sign of authenticity.

41. Which of the following instruments is commonly used by listed companies in India to raise capital from institutional investors?

    1. A Open Market Operations (OMO)
    2. B Statutory Liquidity Ratio (SLR)
    3. C Qualified Institutional Placement (QIP)
    4. D Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR)

42. With reference to the recent financial performance of global technology firms in emerging markets, which of the following factors is identified as a potential risk to future revenue growth?

    1. A Saturation of the smartphone market in India
    2. B Decreasing demand in developed economies
    3. C Reduction in corporate tax rates
    4. D Rising memory chip prices and supply constraints

43. What was the primary reason cited for the decline in Maruti Suzuki's net profit in Q1 despite an increase in sales volume?

    1. A Reduction in domestic market share
    2. B Decrease in export demand
    3. C High material costs
    4. D Increased corporate tax rates

44. The recent tariff-free import of Scottish salmon into India is a result of which trade agreement?

    1. A UK-India Comprehensive Economic and Trade Agreement (CETA)
    2. B India-EU Broad-based Trade and Investment Agreement
    3. C India-UK Free Trade Agreement
    4. D UK-India Strategic Partnership Accord

45. Which of the following agencies is primarily responsible for investigating terror-related activities at the state level in India, as exemplified by the recent arrests in West Bengal?

    1. A National Investigation Agency (NIA)
    2. B Intelligence Bureau (IB)
    3. C Special Task Force (STF) of the State Police
    4. D Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)

46. Which of the following courts has issued notices regarding the alleged irregularities in IAF land acquisition in Mizoram?

    1. A Gauhati High Court
    2. B Supreme Court of India
    3. C High Court of Manipur
    4. D Mizoram District Court

47. The Tiruvallikeni Divya Desam, also known as Brindaranyam, is associated with which of the following sacred tanks?

    1. A Kalyani Theertham
    2. B Kumbha Pushkarani
    3. C Kapila Theertham
    4. D Kairaveni Pushkarani

48. According to the Brahmanda Purana, how many chapters are dedicated to the glory of the Tiruvallikeni kshetram?

    1. A 5
    2. B 12
    3. C 8
    4. D 10

49. Which of the following documents primarily governs the land use and building regulations, including floor-to-floor height limits, in a metropolitan area in India?

    1. A National Building Code
    2. B State Housing Policy
    3. C Master Plan
    4. D Municipal Zoning Act

50. Which institution is responsible for conducting the postgraduate medical examinations for the MS/MD batch in Odisha, as mentioned in the context of recent malpractice allegations?

    1. A National Medical Commission
    2. B Odisha Public Service Commission
    3. C Maharaja Krishna Chandra Gajapati Medical College
    4. D Odisha University of Health Sciences

51. The Rohingya refugee crisis primarily involves the displacement of populations from which country?

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

52. The 'Dial 108' service in India is primarily designed to provide which of the following?

    1. A Public grievance redressal for municipal infrastructure failures
    2. B Direct access to specialized tele-consultation with district medical officers
    3. C Emergency medical, police, and fire response services
    4. D Centralized booking for government-subsidized diagnostic testing

53. Which of the following legal frameworks is primarily invoked to address atrocities committed against members of the Scheduled Castes and Scheduled Tribes in India?

    1. A The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006
    2. B The Scheduled Castes and the Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989
    3. C The Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955
    4. D The Right of Children to Free and Compulsory Education Act, 2009

54. In the context of urban governance in India, which body is primarily responsible for the enforcement of building bylaws and the regulation of land use within a city's jurisdiction?

    1. A State Revenue Department
    2. B Municipal Corporation
    3. C District Disaster Management Authority
    4. D Development Authority

55. Which of the following landmark Supreme Court judgments laid down specific guidelines regarding the arrest and detention of individuals by police to prevent custodial abuse?

    1. A Kesavananda Bharati v. State of Kerala
    2. B Vishaka v. State of Rajasthan
    3. C D.K. Basu v. State of West Bengal
    4. D Maneka Gandhi v. Union of India

56. In the context of the Indian judicial process, what is the legal implication of the 'abatement' of a criminal charge against an accused?

    1. A The proceedings against the accused terminate due to their death.
    2. B The court transfers the case to a higher jurisdiction.
    3. C The trial continues against the remaining co-accused only.
    4. D The accused is acquitted due to lack of evidence.

57. The Barapullah elevated corridor project is primarily designed to improve connectivity between which two regions of Delhi?

    1. A East and South Delhi
    2. B Central and North Delhi
    3. C North and West Delhi
    4. D South and West Delhi

58. The 'Saheli card' mentioned in the context of Delhi's public transport system is a variant of which of the following?

    1. A Aadhaar-linked Social Security Card
    2. B Universal Health Insurance Card
    3. C Digital Voter Identification Card
    4. D National Common Mobility Card

59. Under the Indian Penal Code, what is the primary purpose of Section 149?

    1. A To regulate the conduct of public protests
    2. B To define the punishment for individual acts of murder
    3. C To provide guidelines for the granting of bail in riot cases
    4. D To establish constructive liability for members of an unlawful assembly

60. Which of the following native tree species were mentioned as part of the recent Delhi plantation drive?

    1. A Eucalyptus, Poplar, and Pine
    2. B Rubber, Mahogany, Cedar, and Oak
    3. C Teak, Sal, Sandalwood, and Banyan
    4. D Dhok, Amaltas, Peepal, and Neem

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

    1. A Border Security Force
    2. B National Security Guard
    3. C Central Industrial Security Force
    4. D National Disaster Response Force