11 September 2026

Quiz — 11 September 2026

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Questions

1. The Seeds Act currently in force in India was enacted in which year?

   1. A 1966
   2. B 1956
   3. C 1976
   4. D 1986

2. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'productivism' as proposed by economist Dani Rodrik?

   1. A Emphasizing the creation of productive employment and the dissemination of economic opportunity.
   2. B Prioritizing financial sector growth and foreign direct investment over domestic manufacturing.
   3. C Focusing on ex-post redistribution through social welfare transfers and handouts.
   4. D A policy framework that relies exclusively on market deregulation and labor flexibility.

3. Under the Representation of the People Act, 1951, which of the following is a condition under which the Election Commission can currently de-register a political party?

   1. A Failure to conduct mandatory inner-party elections
   2. B Failure to submit annual financial returns for two years
   3. C Registration obtained by fraud
   4. D Failure to contest elections for three consecutive terms

4. What is the primary requirement for RUPPs regarding the disclosure of donations under Section 29C of the Representation of the People Act?

   1. A Disclosure of all donations exceeding five thousand rupees
   2. B Disclosure of individual donations exceeding twenty thousand rupees
   3. C Disclosure of only corporate donations
   4. D Disclosure of all donations regardless of amount

5. As of the latest reports, how many satellites from foreign countries have been launched by India using its rockets?

   1. A Over 200
   2. B Over 430
   3. C Over 300
   4. D Over 500

6. Which article of the Indian Constitution is being discussed in the context of providing constitutional safeguards for the proposed UT-level body in Ladakh?

   1. A Article 371
   2. B Article 370
   3. C Article 356
   4. D Article 239A

7. Under which section of the Representation of the People Act are political parties required to file contribution reports?

   1. A Section 29A
   2. B Section 29C
   3. C Section 30
   4. D Section 29B

8. Which organization is responsible for prescribing the dietary guidelines used by the FSSAI to determine nutritional thresholds for packaged food labeling?

   1. A Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS)
   2. B Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)
   3. C Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
   4. D ICMR-National Institute of Nutrition (NIN)

9. The Suspension of Operations (SoO) agreement, as mentioned in the context of Manipur, involves which of the following stakeholders?

   1. A The United Nations peacekeeping forces and the state government
   2. B The Union Ministry of Home Affairs, the state government, and specific insurgent groups
   3. C The judiciary and the local tribal councils
   4. D Only the state government and local civil society organizations

10. When was the ceasefire agreement between the NSCN-IM and the Government of India initially signed?

    1. A 2023
    2. B 2015
    3. C 2008
    4. D 1997

11. What is the estimated current value of bilateral trade between India and Canada as per the provided reports?

    1. A $80 billion
    2. B $1 trillion
    3. C $110 billion
    4. D $8 billion

12. Which of the following characterizes the nature of Canadian institutional investment in India?

    1. A Primarily focused on short-term equity speculation
    2. B Approximately 75% is invested in physical assets
    3. C Focused entirely on government debt instruments
    4. D Exclusively limited to the services and IT sector

13. The 18th BRICS Summit is being hosted by which country?

    1. A China
    2. B India
    3. C Brazil
    4. D Russia

14. According to the Indian Council for Medical Research - National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR-NIN), what is the approximate recommended daily protein intake for a healthy Indian adult?

    1. A 0.83 grams per kg of body weight
    2. B 0.5 grams per kg of body weight
    3. C 1.2 grams per kg of body weight
    4. D 2.0 grams per kg of body weight

15. With reference to Additional Tier 1 (AT-1) bonds, consider the following statements: 1. They are perpetual debt instruments. 2. They are part of Basel III capital regulations. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

16. According to the recent OPEC monthly report, what is the projected average daily oil demand for India in 2026?

    1. A 4.8 mb/d
    2. B 6.1 mb/d
    3. C 5.0 mb/d
    4. D 5.7 mb/d

17. The 22nd edition of the Yudh Abhyas military exercise involves the armies of which two nations?

    1. A India and Japan
    2. B India and France
    3. C India and the United States
    4. D India and Russia

18. Which of the following is a primary focus area of the Yudh Abhyas 2026 exercise?

    1. A High-altitude warfare and counter-drone capabilities
    2. B Space-based satellite communication
    3. C Cybersecurity infrastructure development
    4. D Naval blockade tactics

19. Which of the following statements regarding the National Commission for Scheduled Castes (NCSC) is correct?

    1. A Its members are appointed by the President of India for a fixed term of three years.
    2. B It is an advisory body under the Ministry of Home Affairs with no investigative powers.
    3. C It is a statutory body established by an Act of Parliament.
    4. D It is a constitutional body established under Article 338 of the Indian Constitution.

20. The 'Special Intensive Revision' (SIR) of electoral rolls in India is conducted under the mandate of which constitutional body?

    1. A State Election Commission
    2. B Office of the Registrar General of India
    3. C Election Commission of India
    4. D Ministry of Law and Justice

21. The Hasdeo-Aranya region, often in the news regarding coal mining, is located in which Indian state?

    1. A Jharkhand
    2. B Chhattisgarh
    3. C Odisha
    4. D Madhya Pradesh

22. With reference to the extradition process in India, consider the following statements: 1. Sovereign assurances are binding on the judiciary in all circumstances. 2. The judiciary retains the power to evaluate the gravity of crimes when considering petitions for release based on time-served. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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

23. Which of the following statements regarding the National Security Act (NSA) in India is correct?

    1. A It allows the government to detain a person to prevent them from acting in any manner prejudicial to the security of the state.
    2. B The Act provides for the immediate trial of the detainee in a regular criminal court.
    3. C Detention orders under the NSA are issued exclusively by the High Court.
    4. D It is a punitive law used to prosecute individuals after a crime has been committed.

24. Which of the following best describes the scope of judicial review regarding the executive's power to maintain law and order, as observed by the Supreme Court?

    1. A The executive's power to issue show-cause notices to protestors is immune to judicial scrutiny.
    2. B Judicial review is limited but can examine if executive actions are within reasonable limits and in the public interest.
    3. C The judiciary is strictly prohibited from interfering in any administrative decisions involving the closure of public infrastructure.
    4. D The judiciary has absolute authority to override all executive decisions related to public order.

25. Which of the following examinations is conducted for admission to super-specialty medical courses in India?

    1. A INI-CET
    2. B NEET-SS
    3. C NEET-UG
    4. D NEET-PG

26. According to the JAMA Pediatrics study mentioned, what percentage of youth aged 12 to 21 reported using AI chatbots for mental health advice in 2025?

    1. A 19.2%
    2. B 43%
    3. C 60%
    4. D 4.9%

27. Which of the following maritime chokepoints connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden?

    1. A Suez Canal
    2. B Bab el-Mandeb
    3. C Strait of Hormuz
    4. D Strait of Malacca

28. Which of the following is a stated objective of PepsiCo's recent investment in the Northeast region of India?

    1. A To replace all existing potato imports with locally sourced produce from Assam
    2. B To transition all manufacturing operations in India to the Northeast by 2030
    3. C To support 80,000 smallholder farmers and develop 2,200 agri-entrepreneurs
    4. D To establish the region as the primary export hub for South Asia

29. 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 A surplus in the current account balance
    2. B Increased foreign direct investment inflows
    3. C A decrease in domestic interest rates
    4. D Rising Brent crude oil prices

30. Which of the following factors has been identified as a primary contributor to the current challenging market conditions for Indian mutual fund investors?

    1. A A sharp contraction in the total number of registered mutual fund houses
    2. B A sudden increase in interest rates by the Reserve Bank of India
    3. C A significant decline in Foreign Institutional Investor (FII) participation
    4. D Elevated crude oil prices and geopolitical tensions

31. Which of the following factors is primarily driving the current restructuring and workforce reduction in major European automotive companies?

    1. A Mandatory government regulations requiring the immediate closure of all internal combustion engine plants
    2. B A sudden collapse in the supply chain for raw steel and aluminum
    3. C The need to remain competitive against Chinese EV manufacturers and navigate technological transitions
    4. D A global decline in demand for all types of personal transportation

32. With reference to the integration of AI in classroom pedagogy, what is meant by the 'liminal space' in the context of student learning?

    1. A The digital divide between students with and without access to high-speed internet.
    2. B The transition period between primary and secondary education levels.
    3. C The physical space in a classroom dedicated to collaborative group work.
    4. D The threshold of struggle and cognitive effort between not knowing a concept and finally mastering it.

33. According to FADA data, which of the following trends was observed in the Indian automobile industry in August 2026?

    1. A Dealer inventory levels dropped below the recommended 21-day threshold.
    2. B Tractor sales showed a significant year-on-year increase.
    3. C Urban vehicle retail growth significantly outpaced rural growth.
    4. D Alternative powertrains outperformed petrol/ethanol vehicles for the first time.

34. Which of the following is considered a key requirement for the effective implementation of welfare-based cash transfer schemes?

    1. A Clear eligibility criteria and robust grievance-redress mechanisms
    2. B Complete reliance on digital platforms for all communication
    3. C Replacing essential services with direct cash payments
    4. D Prioritizing political outreach over fiscal assessment

35. The Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002, primarily aims to:

    1. A Regulate the foreign exchange market in India
    2. B Monitor the electoral funding of political parties
    3. C Prevent and control money laundering and provide for confiscation of property derived from money laundering
    4. D Oversee the privatization of public sector undertakings

36. Which of the following schemes is primarily aimed at developing tourism-related infrastructure at identified religious and heritage sites in India?

    1. A UDAN
    2. B AMRUT
    3. C PRASHAD
    4. D HRIDAY

37. The 'Swadesh Darshan' scheme focuses on developing integrated tourism infrastructure across which of the following?

    1. A Industrial Corridors
    2. B Border Villages
    3. C Thematic Circuits
    4. D Smart Cities

38. Which of the following best describes the primary mandate of the Enforcement Directorate (ED) under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act (PMLA), 2002?

    1. A Investigation of all criminal offences involving public servants.
    2. B Adjudication of civil disputes between private corporate entities.
    3. C Regulation of foreign exchange markets and investigation of money laundering offences.
    4. D Supervision of state-level anti-corruption bureaus.

39. Under the Indian legal framework, what does the term 'patta land' typically refer to?

    1. A Land whose ownership is officially recorded in government revenue registers
    2. B Unclaimed land held by the state for future industrial development
    3. C Land reserved exclusively for forest conservation
    4. D Common grazing land managed by village panchayats

40. According to Saiva Siddhanta, which of the following represents the path of 'external service and worship'?

    1. A Yoga
    2. B Chariya
    3. C Jnana
    4. D Kriya

41. Which saint is traditionally associated with the path of Jnana in Saiva Siddhanta?

    1. A Sundarar
    2. B Manikkavasakar
    3. C Appar
    4. D Sambandar

42. How many member states comprise the World Health Organisation's Southeast Asia region?

    1. A 8
    2. B 15
    3. C 10
    4. D 12

43. Which organization is responsible for managing the bidding process for blocks under the Open Acreage Licensing Policy (OALP)?

    1. A Petroleum Planning and Analysis Cell
    2. B Ministry of Power
    3. C Oil and Natural Gas Corporation
    4. D Directorate General of Hydrocarbons

44. The 'BIGGA' factory, recently in the news for electric vehicle manufacturing, is located in which Indian state?

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

45. With reference to Additional Tier 1 (AT1) bonds, which of the following statements is correct?

    1. A They are guaranteed by the Reserve Bank of India to protect retail investors from market volatility.
    2. B They are a type of unsecured, perpetual bond that banks issue to bolster their capital base.
    3. C They are short-term debt instruments with a maturity period of less than 90 days.
    4. D They are equity instruments issued by the government to fund infrastructure projects.

46. In the context of the League of Nations Council in 1926, how many non-permanent seats were reported as vacant?

    1. A 5
    2. B 9
    3. C 7
    4. D 11

47. The Anamalai Tiger Reserve (ATR) is located in which Indian state?

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

48. The All-India review meeting on smallpox eradication programmes involves which of the following stakeholders?

    1. A International health organizations and local NGOs only
    2. B Directors of Health Services and Medical Officers in charge of smallpox programmes from all states
    3. C District Magistrates and state-level family planning officers
    4. D Only the Union Health Minister and state-level health secretaries

49. The 'Axis of Resistance' is a strategic network primarily associated with which country's regional foreign policy?

    1. A Iran
    2. B Israel
    3. C Saudi Arabia
    4. D Turkey

50. Which organization is primarily responsible for managing Iran's strategic assets and proxy networks in West Asia?

    1. A Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC)
    2. B Artesh
    3. C Basij Resistance Force
    4. D Ministry of Intelligence and Security

51. Which of the following initiatives is spearheaded by the Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) to improve district-level outreach?

    1. A Nidhi Aapke Nikat
    2. B Labour Welfare Fund Scheme
    3. C EPFO Grievance Management System
    4. D Shram Suvidha Portal

52. The 'India Report' (1950s), which influenced the establishment of the National Institute of Design, was authored by which of the following?

    1. A Jawaharlal Nehru
    2. B OP Jain
    3. C The Aga Khan Trust for Culture
    4. D Charles and Ray Eames

53. The Ayyanar terracotta tradition, known for its monumental clay horses and elephants, originates from which Indian state?

    1. A West Bengal
    2. B Rajasthan
    3. C Tamil Nadu
    4. D Punjab

54. Which of the following best describes the Delhi High Court's stance regarding the WFI's selection criteria in the recent case involving an athlete's return from maternity leave?

    1. A The court ordered the WFI to immediately revise its selection policy for all future events.
    2. B The court granted an interim exemption based on the athlete's personal circumstances.
    3. C The court struck down the WFI circular as unconstitutional.
    4. D The court upheld the uniform application of eligibility criteria at the interim stage.

55. The Bharatmala Pariyojana, under which the bridge in Vaishali was being constructed, is an initiative of which of the following?

    1. A Ministry of Rural Development
    2. B National Highways Authority of India (as an independent autonomous body)
    3. C Ministry of Road Transport and Highways
    4. D Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs

56. Under which legislation are contempt proceedings typically initiated against individuals for disruptive behaviour in a courtroom?

    1. A The Judicial Officers Protection Act, 1850
    2. B The Contempt of Courts Act, 1971
    3. C The Indian Penal Code, 1860
    4. D The Code of Civil Procedure, 1908

57. Which of the following best describes the primary objective of the VIT Chennai–The Hindu Biotech Conclave 2026?

    1. A To provide a platform for dialogue on the role of biotechnology in innovation and future enterprise
    2. B To secure international funding for private biotech research firms
    3. C To formulate new government policies for the pharmaceutical industry
    4. D To regulate the clinical trials of gene-based technologies in India

58. Which of the following substances is most commonly associated with the toxicity and high mortality rates in spurious liquor tragedies?

    1. A Methanol
    2. B Acetic acid
    3. C Isopropyl alcohol
    4. D Ethanol

59. Which statutory body is primarily responsible for the certification of films for public exhibition in India?

    1. A Press Council of India
    2. B Central Board of Film Certification
    3. C Ministry of Information and Broadcasting
    4. D National Film Development Corporation

60. Which of the following acts provides the legal framework for the protection of livelihood and regulation of street vending in India?

    1. A The Urban Planning and Development Act, 2010
    2. B The Municipal Corporations Regulation Act, 2012
    3. C The Informal Sector Workers Welfare Act, 2016
    4. D The Street Vendors (Protection of Livelihood and Regulation of Street Vending) Act, 2014

61. Which of the following organizations is primarily responsible for investigating the illegal wildlife trade and smuggling in India?

    1. A Animal Welfare Board of India
    2. B National Biodiversity Authority
    3. C Botanical Survey of India
    4. D Wildlife Crime Control Bureau

62. With reference to the recent Supreme Court observations regarding building safety, which of the following best describes the Court's approach to ongoing High Court proceedings?

    1. A The Supreme Court transferred all local building collapse cases to itself for centralized adjudication.
    2. B The Supreme Court mandated that the Union Government directly oversee all safety inspections in state capitals.
    3. C The Supreme Court ordered the immediate closure of all private PG facilities across the country.
    4. D The Supreme Court declined to intervene in the Delhi High Court's proceedings to ensure continuity and directed it to monitor compliance.