Question 1Single AnswerThe Remission of Duties and Taxes on Exported Products (RoDTEP) Scheme is administered by which department?ADepartment of RevenueBMinistry of FinanceCDPIITDDepartment of CommerceShow Answer
Question 2Single AnswerKotgarh Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?AKarnatakaBMaharashtraCGujaratDOdishaShow Answer
Question 3Single AnswerWhich platform was launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare for integrated antenatal, natal, and neonatal care?APM-MATRITUBJANANICAyushman Bharat PortalDe-Sanjeevani 2.0Show Answer
Question 4Single AnswerWhat is the theme of India’s first Culture Working Group meeting under BRICS Presidency 2026?ABuilding for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and SustainabilityBGlobal Peace and DevelopmentCDigital Future for AllDInclusive GrowthShow Answer
Question 5Single AnswerINS Sagardhwani was built by which shipyard?AGarden Reach Shipbuilders & EngineersBMazagon DockCCochin Shipyard LimitedDHindustan Shipyard LimitedShow Answer
Question 6Single AnswerThe Padma Doree textile initiative (for North East) was launched under which ministry?AMinistry of Development of North Eastern Region (MDoNER)BMinistry of TextilesCMinistry of CommerceDMinistry of CultureShow Answer
Question 7Single AnswerThe Baiga tribe, a Particularly Vulnerable Tribal Group (PVTG), is primarily associated with:AMadhya PradeshBJharkhandCOdishaDRajasthanShow Answer
Question 8Single AnswerVirat Kohli recently achieved which unique milestone in IPL history (as of May 2026)?AFirst player to score 9,000 runs and 800 foursBFirst player to score 10,000 runsCFastest to 200 wicketsDMost sixes in a single seasonShow Answer
Question 9Single AnswerNITI Aayog released which report in early May 2026 focusing on urban governance?AIndia’s Urban FutureBMoving Towards Effective City GovernmentCSustainable Cities IndexDSmart Cities 2.0Show Answer
Question 10Single AnswerThe Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, approved in May, increases the strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to:A36B38C40D42Show Answer
Question 11Single AnswerWhich state/UT was recently declared fully literate in May 2026 news?AKeralaBHimachal PradeshCGoaDMizoramShow Answer
Question 12Single AnswerOperation WHITE STRIKE (May 2026) conducted by Narcotics Control Bureau primarily targeted:AHeroin smugglingBCocaine trafficking networksCCannabis cultivationDSynthetic drug labsShow Answer
Question 13Single AnswerThe C-ART open-field observatory was recently established in:AHyderabadBPuneCBengaluruDVisakhapatnam, Andhra PradeshShow Answer
Question 14Single AnswerKotgarh Wildlife Sanctuary, recently in news for biodiversity, is located in:AHimachal PradeshBUttarakhandCKarnatakaDKeralaShow Answer
Question 15Single AnswerWhat is the new base year adopted by MoSPI for compiling Gross State Value Added (GSVA)?A2011-12B2020-21C2024-25D2022-23Show Answer
Question 16Single AnswerIndia and Vietnam set a bilateral trade target of $_____ billion by 2030 during the May 2026 summit.A25B20C15D30Show Answer
Question 17Single AnswerWhat is the theme for National Technology Day observed in India on May 11, 2026?AResponsible Innovation for Inclusive GrowthBTechnology for Sustainable DevelopmentCAI for Atmanirbhar BharatDSpace Technology LeadershipShow Answer
Question 18Single AnswerNational Technology Day primarily commemorates which event?ABoth B and CBPokhran-II nuclear tests (Operation Shakti) in 1998CFirst successful flight of Hansa-3DLaunch of Chandrayaan-1Show Answer
Question 19Single AnswerOn which date is the International Day of Plant Health observed, and what is the 2026 theme?AMay 11; Plant Diversity for NutritionBMay 12; Climate-Resilient CropsCMay 10; Sustainable AgricultureDMay 12; Plant Biosecurity for Food SecurityShow Answer
Question 20Single AnswerWhich Supreme Court-related reform was approved by the Union Cabinet in May 2026?AIncreasing the strength of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38BReducing the number of judgesCAbolishing the collegium systemDIntroducing AI-only judgmentsShow Answer
Question 21Single AnswerWhat global health concern involving the MV Hondius was reported around May 12, 2026?ACOVID-19 variant outbreakBHantavirus outbreak/contact caseCEbola resurgenceDMalaria epidemicShow Answer
Question 22Single AnswerIn May 2026, the Supreme Court of India urged reforms in which area following a case involving a minor rape survivor?AProperty lawsBInheritance lawsCCybercrime penaltiesDAbortion laws (reproductive rights under Article 21)Show Answer
Question 23Single AnswerWhich country/region saw protests and political shifts, including far-right gains, around May 11, 2026?AUnited Kingdom (Reform UK surge)BFranceCBrazilDJapanShow Answer
Question 24Single AnswerWhat major geopolitical issue dominated headlines in early May 2026 involving the US, Israel, and Iran?AUS 14-point ceasefire proposal and ongoing tensions/war falloutBNuclear deal revivalCTrade agreement signingDJoint space missionShow Answer
Question 25Single AnswerPublic healthcare usage in India has shown a rise particularly in:AUrban private hospitalsBAYUSH exclusivelyCInternational medical tourism onlyDRural OPD visits since 2014Show Answer
Question 26Single AnswerIndia is recognized in the World Migration Report 2026 as:ATop source of refugeesBZero net migration countryCLargest diaspora and top remittance recipientDPrimary destination for climate migrants onlyShow Answer
Question 27Single AnswerThe Supreme Court is reviewing brain death certification procedures due to concerns over:AEuthanasia lawsBOrgan transplantation malpracticeCAI diagnosticsDPandemic protocolsShow Answer
Question 28Single AnswerWhat environmental legal concept gained traction in May 2026 discussions?ACarbon tradingBEcocide (severe environmental destruction)CGreen GDPDBiodiversity creditsShow Answer
Question 29Single AnswerWhich payment system completed 10 years in 2026 and is noted as the world’s largest real-time system?ANEFTBUPI (Unified Payments Interface)CRTGSDIMPSShow Answer
Question 30Single AnswerThe India Meteorological Department warned of a possible “Super El Nino” impacting:AWinter rainfallBHimalayan snowfallCCyclone frequency onlyDSouthwest monsoon (potential weakening)Show Answer
Question 31Single AnswerIn May 2026, guidelines were proposed for AI use in:AMilitary operationsBStock market trading onlyCAgriculture dronesDIndian Judiciary (drafting judgments and petitions)Show Answer
Question 32Single AnswerIn May 2026, India revised its FDI policy with a focus on:AComplete ban on foreign investment in defenceBAllowing 100% FDI in all sectors without approvalCDigital approval processes and clearance timelines (typically within 12 weeks)DRestricting FDI only to manufacturingShow Answer
Question 33Single AnswerIndia is leveraging Buddhist diplomacy primarily for:ASoft power, cultural tourism, and enhancing people-to-people tiesBMilitary alliances with Southeast Asian countriesCEconomic sanctions on certain nationsDSpace technology collaboration onlyShow Answer
Question 34Single AnswerIn the context of recent state elections/political developments in May 2026, West Bengal CM Mamata Banerjee:ARefused to resign citing constitutional provisions and continued in officeBImmediately resigned after poll resultsCDissolved the assembly unilaterallyDJoined a national coalition immediatelyShow Answer
Question 35Single AnswerHantavirus, in news in May 2026 due to a suspected case linked to a cruise ship, is primarily transmitted through:AMosquito bitesBContaminated water onlyCContact with infected rodents or their droppingsDAirborne human-to-human transmission exclusivelyShow Answer
Question 36Single AnswerOperation Shakti is associated with:AIndia’s first satellite launchBDigital India initiativeCKargil War operationsDPokhran-II nuclear tests in 1998Show Answer
Question 37Single AnswerA major concern regarding Public Interest Litigation (PIL) in recent judicial discussions is:AToo few cases being filedBExclusive use for criminal matters onlyCPotential misuse and gaps in implementationDBan on PILs by the Supreme CourtShow Answer
Question 38Single AnswerDespite hosting a large number of Buddhist heritage sites, India attracts a relatively small share of:ADomestic religious tourismBBuddhist monastic investmentsCGlobal Buddhist tourist arrivalsDInternational cultural fundingShow Answer
Question 39Single AnswerThe key reason cited for increasing the strength of Supreme Court judges in May 2026 is to address:AInternational judicial exchangesBReducing judge retirement ageCRising case pendency and need for more constitutional benchesDShifting to virtual-only hearingsShow Answer
Question 40Single AnswerWhich two teams reached the 2026 UEFA Champions League Final after semi-final victories in early May 2026?APSG and ArsenalBBayern Munich and Atlético MadridCReal Madrid and Manchester CityDBarcelona and LiverpoolShow Answer
Question 41Single AnswerRecent improvements in India’s rural public healthcare have particularly enhanced access to:AOnly cosmetic proceduresBInternational patient referralsCHigh-end cancer treatments exclusivelyDMaternal and primary healthcare servicesShow Answer
Question 42Single AnswerWhen were the Jan Suraksha Schemes (PMJJBY, PMSBY, APY) launched?A2014B9 May 2015C2016D2020Show Answer
Question 43Single AnswerWhich scheme provides Rs. 2 lakh accidental death cover for a premium of Rs. 20 per annum?APMSBYBPMJJBYCAPYDPMJDYShow Answer
Question 44Single AnswerWhich portal was launched for transparency in rural governance in Odisha?ABHIMBe-GovernanceCAadhaarDPanchayati Raj Samikshya portalShow Answer
Question 45Single AnswerPM Narendra Modi visited Gujarat on 10-11 May 2026 for which festival at Somnath Temple?AKumbh MelaBSomnath Amrut MahotsavCNavratriDDiwaliShow Answer
Question 46Single AnswerUnion Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched which phase of rural roads scheme in MP?APMGSY-IIIBBharatmalaCPMGSY-IVDSAGARMALAShow Answer
Question 47Single AnswerWhat is the full form of SEHAT Mission launched by JP Nadda and Shivraj Singh Chouhan?ASustainable Energy and Health Awareness TaskBScience Excellence for Health through Agricultural TransformationCSocial Empowerment Health Action TeamDNone of the aboveShow Answer
Question 48Single AnswerWho announced the ‘One Case One Data’ initiative and launched AI chatbot ‘Su Sahay’?APM Narendra ModiBPresident Droupadi MurmuCCJI Surya KantDLaw MinisterShow Answer
Question 49Single AnswerSEBI proposed which mechanism to speed up AIF scheme launches?AFASTBSWIFTCGARUDADGREENShow Answer
Question 50Single AnswerMoody’s lowered India’s GDP growth forecast for CY26 to:A7.2%B6.5%C5.8%D6%Show Answer
Question 51Single AnswerRBI and European Central Bank signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in:ATradeBCentral bankingCDefenceDSpaceShow Answer
Question 53Single AnswerWhere was Bhimmandali Eco Heritage Site inaugurated?ASambalpur, OdishaBGujaratCMadhya PradeshDRajasthanShow Answer
Question 54Single AnswerCII signed MoU with which Singapore institute for AI governance?ASMUBNTUCNUS-ISSDASTARShow Answer
Question 55Single AnswerDYPIU (Pune) signed MoU with Dassault Systèmes for a centre in:AMumbaiBAkurdi, PuneCBengaluruDHyderabadShow Answer
Question 56Single AnswerDhash Defence signed MoU with IIT Ropar-DRIF for indigenous:AMissilesBDrones onlyCDefence mobility platformsDNaval shipsShow Answer
Question 57Single AnswerRBI imposed penalty on Yes Bank for non-compliance with:APriority sector lendingBCRRCSLRDKYC normsShow Answer
Question 58Single AnswerSardardham Hostel was inaugurated in which Gujarat city?AAhmedabadBVadodaraCSuratDGandhinagarShow Answer
Question 59Single AnswerWhat initiative integrates multi-level court data with a unique digital ID per case?Ae-CourtsBFASTagCDigital IndiaDOne Case One DataShow Answer
Question 61Single AnswerWhich state’s CM took oath for a second consecutive term around May 2026?AYogi AdityanathBHimanta Biswa Sarma (Assam)CMamata BanerjeeDRevanth ReddyShow Answer
Question 62Single AnswerWFI declared which wrestler ineligible till June 26, 2026?ASakshi MalikBVinesh PhogatCBajrang PuniaDAntim PanghalShow Answer
Question 63Single AnswerIndia’s women’s recurve archery team won gold at which event?AArchery World Cup Stage 2, ShanghaiBOlympicsCAsian GamesDCommonwealthShow Answer
Question 64Single AnswerNEET-UG 2026 was reported as cancelled due to:ATechnical glitchBPaper leak allegationsCCourt orderDLow registrationShow Answer
Question 65Single AnswerWhat is the primary focus of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission?ASpaceBDefenceCEmployment and rural livelihoodsDIT onlyShow Answer
Question 66Single AnswerBotswana cheetahs were released in which Indian park?ASunderbansBGirCKazirangaDKuno National ParkShow Answer
Question 67Single AnswerWhich organisation launched India’s first Artificial Intelligence-enabled block-level monsoon forecasting system?AISROBCentral Water CommissionCNDMADIndia Meteorological Department (IMD)Show Answer
Question 68Single AnswerThe Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved MSP for how many Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season?A10B14C12D17Show Answer
Question 69Single AnswerWhich organisation released the report titled “India’s Nuclear Energy Vision: Strategic Pathways for SMR Deployment”?ANITI AayogBThe Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)CBhabha Atomic Research CentreDCentral Electricity AuthorityShow Answer
Question 70Single AnswerWhat is the MSP for common paddy (Kharif 2026-27)?A₹2,441/quintalB₹2,300/quintalC₹2,500/quintalD₹2,600/quintalShow Answer
Question 71Single AnswerPM MITRA Parks are related to which sector?AElectronicsBPharmaceuticalsCTextilesDRenewable EnergyShow Answer
Question 72Single AnswerAgalega Islands (in news for strategic importance) belong to which country?ASri LankaBSeychellesCMauritiusDMaldivesShow Answer
Question 73Single AnswerBinsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?AUttarakhandBMaharashtraCGujaratDHimachal PradeshShow Answer
Question 74Single AnswerA new plant species Melanoseris pendryi was discovered in which state?AArunachal PradeshBSikkimCTripuraDAssamShow Answer
Question 75Single AnswerPresident Donald Trump is on a state visit to which country (May 13-15, 2026)?AChinaBJapanCIndiaDRussiaShow Answer
Question 76Single AnswerWhich mission/spacecraft is associated with NASA in recent news?AArtemisBPerseveranceCPsycheDHubbleShow Answer
Question 77Single AnswerIndia-Oman ties often highlight strategic importance of ports in which country?AQatarBUAECOmanDBahrainShow Answer
Question 78Single AnswerMERCOSUR is a trade bloc primarily from which region?ASouth AmericaBSoutheast AsiaCEuropeDAfricaShow Answer
Question 79Single AnswerConservation efforts for which species (vultures) are in news?ABengal TigerBAsiatic LionCIndian VulturesDSnow LeopardShow Answer
Question 80Single AnswerIn April 2026, India’s CPI-based retail inflation stood at:A~3.48%B~5.5%C~2.8%D~6.2%Show Answer
Question 81Single AnswerThe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam achieved first criticality in:AMarch 2026BApril 2026CMay 2026DFebruary 2026Show Answer
Question 82Single AnswerWhich festival falls around mid-May 2026 in the Hindu calendar?ABuddha Purnima (earlier)BHoliCDiwaliDGuru Pradosh VratShow Answer
Question 83Single AnswerIndia aims for how much nuclear power capacity by 2047?A100 GWB50 GWC22 GWD200 GWShow Answer
Question 84Single AnswerHighest MSP margin over cost is estimated for:APaddyBCottonCMoongDGroundnutShow Answer
Question 85Single AnswerTrump administration actions mentioned in global news include plans regarding sanctions on:ASyriaBChinaCRussiaDNorth KoreaShow Answer
Question 86Single AnswerThe AI monsoon model provides forecasts every:AMondayBWednesdayCFridayDDailyShow Answer
Question 87Single AnswerWhich country’s Senate saw gunfire/incident in recent news?APhilippinesBIndiaCUSADPakistanShow Answer
Question 88Single AnswerSunflower Seed saw the highest absolute MSP increase of:A₹500/quintalB₹400/quintalC₹557/quintalD₹622/quintalShow Answer
Question 89Single AnswerTERI report emphasises private sector role in:ACoalBSolar onlyCSMRs/NuclearDHydroShow Answer
Question 90Single AnswerKharif marketing season typically begins in:AOctoberBJuneCAprilDJanuaryShow Answer
Question 91Single AnswerIndia’s Nuclear Energy Mission (Budget-related) has an outlay focused on:A₹10,000 croreB₹50,000 croreC₹20,000 crore (for SMR R&d)D₹5,000 croreShow Answer
Question 92Single AnswerWho was appointed as India's new Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) in May 2026?AGeneral Anil ChauhanBAir Marshal AP SinghCLieutenant General NS Raja SubramaniDAdmiral Dinesh K TripathiShow Answer
Question 93Single AnswerWhen and where is the 3rd India-Nordic Summit scheduled in May 2026?AOslo, 19 MayBStockholm, 15 MayCCopenhagen, 20 MayDHelsinki, 18 MayShow Answer
Question 94Single AnswerRecent discussions on social issues mention risks of polarisation leading to?ADe facto separate electorate trendsBUnified electorateCReduced reservationsDNo impactShow Answer
Question 95Single AnswerWhat is the reported specialist vacancy rate in rural Community Health Centres (CHCs) in India?A80%B60%C40%D25%Show Answer
Question 96Single AnswerBara Imambara and Rumi Darwaza are located in which city?ADelhiBHyderabadCLucknowDBhopalShow Answer
Question 97Single AnswerIndia’s Global Capability Centres (GCCs) crossed how many in FY26?A1,500B2,100C3,000D1,000Show Answer
Question 98Single AnswerWhat is the primary focus of the National Mission for Sustainable Agriculture (NMSA)?AExport promotionBClimate-resilient and sustainable agricultureCOrganic certification onlyDLivestock insurance Show Answer
Question 99Single AnswerFour new labour codes' rules were notified by which ministry in 2026?AMinistry of FinanceBMinistry of Labour and EmploymentCMinistry of CommerceDMinistry of Corporate AffairsShow Answer
Question 100Single AnswerWhich state accounted for over 50% of fake currency seizures (2017-2024)?AMaharashtraBPunjabCGujaratDRajasthanShow Answer