Which day in early March 2026 saw focus on World Wildlife Day and related observances?
A
March 3
B
March 4
C
March 5
D
March 8
Question 2Single Answer
What was the status of India-Canada relations reset in March 2026?
A
Significant steps during Canadian PM visit
B
Strained with no progress
C
Trade sanctions imposed
D
Diplomatic break
Question 3Single Answer
An Iranian warship reportedly sank near which location following a suspected submarine strike in early March 2026?
A
Strait of Hormuz
B
Off the southern coast of Sri Lanka
C
Persian Gulf
D
Arabian Sea near Gujarat
Question 4Single Answer
Which country set its GDP growth target to a record low of 4.5-5% for the period including 2026?
A
India
B
United States
C
China
D
Japan
Question 5Single Answer
According to the World Obesity Atlas 2026, how many children aged 5-9 years in India were estimated to be overweight or obese in 2025?
A
10 million
B
5 million
C
26 million
D
Nearly 15 million
Question 6Single Answer
Which ethical issue was covered in UPSC-relevant current affairs on March 5, 2026?
A
Electoral Reforms
B
Judicial Corruption
C
Media Freedom
D
Tax Evasion
Question 7Single Answer
In March 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi launched a nationwide healthcare initiative during visits to which two states?
A
Rajasthan and Gujarat
B
Uttar Pradesh and Madhya Pradesh
C
Maharashtra and Karnataka
D
Punjab and Haryana
Question 8Single Answer
Which leader visited India in early March 2026, strengthening bilateral ties?
A
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney
B
Finnish President Alexander Stubb
C
French President Emmanuel Macron
D
U.S. Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau
Question 9Single Answer
What theme was adopted for International Womenβs Day on March 8, 2026?
A
Equality for All
B
Rights. Justice. Action. For ALL Women and Girls
C
Empower Women Economically
D
Women in Leadership
Question 10Single Answer
India increased imports of Russian crude in March 2026 due to disruptions in which key strait?
A
Malacca Strait
B
Suez Canal
C
Bab-el-Mandeb
D
Strait of Hormuz
Question 11Single Answer
Which bank fraud was highlighted in Indian current affairs discussions around March 5, 2026?
A
IDFC First Bank
B
HDFC Bank
C
SBI
D
ICICI Bank
Question 12Single Answer
What was the focus of an ASMITA League organized in India for International Womenβs Day 2026?
A
Women in Politics
B
Women in Sports across 250 locations
C
Women Entrepreneurs
D
Women Education
Question 13Single Answer
India faced warnings of an unusually hot March 2026, risking yields of which crops?
A
Wheat and Rapeseed
B
Rice and Pulses
C
Sugarcane and Cotton
D
Maize and Soybean
Question 14Single Answer
Which country entered a Strategic Energy Partnership with India, including a CAD 1.6 billion uranium deal in March 2026?
A
Australia
B
Canada
C
United Kingdom
D
France
Question 15Single Answer
What mandate did SEBI introduce in early March 2026 for social media disclosures?
A
Mandatory Verification
B
Ban on Financial Advice
C
Disclosure of Registered Name & Number
D
Content Censorship
Question 16Single Answer
The conflict escalation in March 2026 involved strikes on which Iranian figure's successor selection body?
A
Parliament
B
Foreign Ministry
C
Revolutionary Guard HQ
D
Assembly of Experts
Question 17Single Answer
Which Indian rupee issue was discussed in economic current affairs around March 5, 2026?
A
Appreciation
B
Demonetization
C
Pegging to USD
D
Sliding/Depreciation
Question 18Single Answer
What did the Supreme Court agree to examine in March 2026 regarding blood banks?
A
Private blood banks ban
B
Blood donation age limit
C
Nucleic Acid Test (NAT) compulsory
D
Donor screening fees
Question 19Single Answer
Which defense system or missile was mentioned in Indian current affairs in early March 2026?
A
BrahMos
B
Shtil missiles
C
Agni-V
D
Akash
Question 20Single Answer
Nepal held its General Election in March 2026 on which date?
A
March 3
B
March 7
C
March 5
D
March 8
Question 21Single Answer
What was the reported death toll in Iran from U.S.-Israel strikes by early March 2026?
A
Over 550
B
Over 1,000
C
Under 200
D
10,000
Question 22Single Answer
Which Indian state issued SOPs for Heat Wave Management in higher education ahead of summer 2026?
A
Punjab
B
(Contextual from March events; one state highlighted)
C
Uttar Pradesh
D
Rajasthan
Question 23Single Answer
What did U.S. Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau emphasize during Raisina Dialogue in March 2026?
A
Prioritizing U.S. national interests in trade with India
B
Full free trade agreement
C
Sanctions on India
D
Military alliance
Question 24Single Answer
Which multilateral forum was mentioned with MC14 in March 2026 current affairs?
A
UNGA
B
WTO MC14
C
G20
D
IMF
Question 25Single Answer
What neurological treatment advancement was linked to ethical AI standards in March 2026?
A
Diabetes management
B
Cancer detection
C
Heart surgery
D
Stroke rehabilitation transformation
Question 26Single Answer
Which organization released the βState of Indiaβs Environment 2026β report?
A
WWF
B
Centre for Science and Environment
C
UNEP
D
NITI Aayog
Question 27Single Answer
Which country developed the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM)?
A
Israel
B
China
C
United States
D
Russia
Question 28Single Answer
Which organization implements the Low Temperature Thermal Desalination (LTTd) programme?
A
ISRO
B
CSIR
C
DRDO
D
NIOT
Question 29Single Answer
International Womenβs Day is celebrated every year on:
A
5 March
B
6 March
C
8 March
D
7 March
Question 30Single Answer
The theme of International Womenβs Day 2026 focuses on:
A
Rights, Justice and Action for Women
B
Women in Technology
C
Equal Work Equal Pay
D
Women in Leadership
Question 31Single Answer
India recently signed an AI healthcare research MoU with which university?
A
Coventry University
B
Cambridge University
C
Oxford University
D
Harvard University
Question 32Single Answer
India will host the first Commonwealth Kho Kho Championship in:
A
2024
B
2026
C
2025
D
2027
Question 33Single Answer
According to recent reports, India ranks which position globally in terms of number of billionaires?
A
First
B
Third
C
Second
D
Fourth
Question 34Single Answer
Which airline announced 32 special UAE flights amid the West Asia crisis?
A
Air India
B
Vistara
C
IndiGo
D
SpiceJet
Question 35Single Answer
Rising global oil prices have recently put pressure on which currency?
A
Indian Rupee
B
Euro
C
Yen
D
Pound
Question 36Single Answer
Rare Disease Day is observed on:
A
25 February
B
26 February
C
27 February
D
Last day of February
Question 37Single Answer
The World Short Track Speed Skating Championships 2026 will be held in:
A
Montreal
B
Paris
C
Tokyo
D
Oslo
Question 38Single Answer
International Womenβs Day was officially recognized by the UN in:
A
1965
B
1985
C
1975
D
1995
Question 39Single Answer
Extreme weather events occurred on what percentage of days in 2025 in India according to the environment report?
A
99%
B
75%
C
50%
D
60%
Question 40Single Answer
Which Indian institute signed an AI healthcare research agreement recently?
A
IIT Delhi
B
IIT Guwahati
C
IIT Bombay
D
IIT Madras
Question 41Single Answer
India defeated which country to win the ICC Menβs T20 World Cup 2026?
A
New Zealand
B
England
C
South Africa
D
Australia
Question 42Single Answer
The conflict affecting oil markets in 2026 mainly involves:
A
Israel and Iran region tensions
B
Russia and Ukraine
C
China and Taiwan
D
India and Pakistan
Question 43Single Answer
Which global organization promotes Gender Equality under SDG Goal 5?
A
United Nations
B
UNESCO
C
World Bank
D
IMF
Question 44Single Answer
The global event celebrating womenβs achievements is:
A
World Women Day
B
Women Empowerment Day
C
Global Women Day
D
International Womenβs Day
Question 45Single Answer
Brent crude oil prices recently rose due to disruptions in which strait?
A
Malacca Strait
B
Hormuz Strait
C
Gibraltar Strait
D
Bering Strait
Question 46Single Answer
The State of Indiaβs Environment report has been published since:
A
1982
B
1975
C
1990
D
2000
Question 47Single Answer
Which sector is mainly affected by rising oil prices in India?
A
Agriculture
B
Tourism
C
Imports and inflation
D
Education
Question 48Single Answer
India added how many new billionaires recently?
A
57
B
45
C
30
D
70
Question 49Single Answer
Which month hosts the World Short Track Speed Skating Championships 2026?
A
March
B
February
C
January
D
April
Question 50Single Answer
Which country is heavily dependent on imported oil according to recent economic reports?
A
Japan
B
India
C
Germany
D
Brazil
Current Affairs
Question 51Single Answer
Which team won the ICC Menβs T20 World Cup 2026 by defeating New Zealand in the final?
A
Australia
B
England
C
India
D
South Africa
Question 52Single Answer
Where was India's first semiconductor facility inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in March 2026?
A
Bengaluru, Karnataka
B
Hyderabad, Telangana
C
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
D
Sanand, Gujarat
Question 53Single Answer
Which country co-hosted the ICC Menβs T20 World Cup 2026 with India?
A
Australia
B
Sri Lanka
C
England
D
West Indies
Question 54Single Answer
What was the theme of the Raisina Dialogue 2026?
A
Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam
B
One Earth, One Future
C
Sanskaar
D
Global South Unity
Question 55Single Answer
India submitted its 7th National Report (NR7) to which international convention in March 2026?
A
UNFCCC
B
Ramsar Convention
C
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBd)
D
CITES
Question 56Single Answer
Which organization sanctioned a Rs 99.15 lakh research project to Bharathiar University for developing antidotes to toxic organophosphorous compounds in
March 2026?
A
ISRO
B
ICMR
C
DRDO
D
CSIR
Question 57Single Answer
Under which mission did the Government of India notify new standards for Green Ammonia and Green Methanol in March 2026?
A
National Solar Mission
B
Make in India
C
National Green Hydrogen Mission
D
Atmanirbhar Bharat
Question 58Single Answer
Where is Indiaβs first Integrated Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion (OTEc) plant being developed?
A
Andaman and Nicobar
B
Kavaratti, Lakshadweep
C
Kochi, Kerala
D
Mumbai, Maharashtra
Question 59Single Answer
President Droupadi Murmu attended which event in Darjeeling, West Bengal, in early March 2026?
A
International Yoga Day
B
Tribal Art Festival
C
Khelo India Games
D
9th International Santal Conference
Question 60Single Answer
Which force celebrates its Raising Day on March 10?
A
CISF
B
BSF
C
CRPF
D
ITBP
Question 61Single Answer
Which bank was in the news for a major fraud case reported in early March 2026?
A
HDFC Bank
B
Axis Bank
C
IDFC First Bank
D
ICICI Bank
Question 62Single Answer
The Indian Rupee was reported to be sliding in early March 2026 due to which factor?
A
Geopolitical tensions in West Asia
B
Oil price surge
C
Domestic inflation
D
Export decline
Question 63Single Answer
Which traditional martial art did Rahul Gandhi perform during a visit to Kerala in March 2026?
A
Silambam
B
Thang-ta
C
Gatka
D
Kalaripayattu
Question 64Single Answer
The first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) are scheduled to be held in which state from March 25 to April 6, 2026?
A
Jharkhand
B
Odisha
C
Chhattisgarh
D
Madhya Pradesh
Question 65Single Answer
Which day is observed on March 3 as a global observance related to wildlife?
A
World Environment Day
B
World Wildlife Day
C
Earth Day
D
Biodiversity Day
Question 66Single Answer
Which countryβs PM visited India-related events or had bilateral mentions in March 2026?
A
France
B
Germany
C
Japan
D
Canada
Question 67Single Answer
Which day is celebrated as National Safety Day in India?
A
March 3
B
March 10
C
March 8
D
March 4
Question 68Single Answer
What is the name of the Iranian warship that reportedly sank after a distress call near Sri Lanka in March 2026?
A
IRIS Shahid Bagheri
B
IRIS Makran
C
IRIS Dena
D
IRIS Alvand
Question 69Single Answer
Which state launched its first Dark Sky Park at Kolli Hills in early March 2026?
A
Uttarakhand
B
Kerala
C
Himachal Pradesh
D
Tamil Nadu
Question 70Single Answer
Which app was highlighted as the SuperApp of Indian Railways in March 2026 quizzes?
A
RailOne
B
IRCTC
C
UTS
D
NTES
Question 71Single Answer
The World Obesity Atlas 2026 was mentioned in which week's current affairs pointers?
A
March 1-7
B
March 2-8
C
March 3-9
D
March 4-10
Question 72Single Answer
Which ministry reviewed progress on the OTEC plant in Lakshadweep?
A
Ministry of Science and Technology
B
Ministry of Power
C
Ministry of Earth Sciences
D
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
Question 73Single Answer
Which event saw suspension of TRPs in March 2026 news?
A
Telecom reforms
B
Banking regulations
C
Tax policies
D
Media ratings
Question 74Single Answer
Which university received DRDO funding for antidote research?
A
IIT Madras
B
Bharathiar University
C
Delhi University
D
JNU
Question 75Single Answer
What does VLEO stand for in satellite technology discussed in March 2026?
A
Virtual Low Energy Orbit
B
Very Low Earth Orbit
C
Visible Light Earth Observation
D
Variable Low Elevation Orbit
Question 76Single Answer
Which state hosted the first-ever Khelo India Tribal Games (KITG) scheduled from March 25 to April 6, 2026?
A
Madhya Pradesh
B
Odisha
C
Jharkhand
D
Chhattisgarh
Question 77Single Answer
What is the name of the joint venture project between Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL) and Bellatrix Aerospace signed in early March 2026?
A
Hypersonic Missile Development
B
VLEO Satellite Systems
C
Quantum Computing Initiative
D
Green Hydrogen Project
Question 78Single Answer
On March 1, 2026, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated projects worth over Rs 7,100 crore in which states/UT?
A
Kerala and Lakshadweep
B
Tamil Nadu and Puducherry
C
Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
D
Karnataka and Goa
Question 79Single Answer
Which two landmark agricultural reforms were announced by Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan in March 2026?
A
New Fertilizer Act and Farm Loan Waiver
B
Organic Farming Policy and Agri-Export Zones
C
Crop Insurance Revamp and MSP Hike
D
New Seed Act 2026 and Revised Pesticide Act 2026
Question 80Single Answer
NITI Aayog signed a Phase II pact with which agency in March 2026 to promote SDGs in aspirational districts?
A
JICA
B
UNDP
C
World Bank
D
ADB
Question 81Single Answer
On March 1, 2026, the Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) celebrated its how many years of foundation day?
A
20th
B
25th
C
30th
D
15th
Question 82Single Answer
Which Indian defense company was involved in developing VLEO satellite systems in March 2026?
A
DRDO
B
Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL)
C
HAL
D
ISRO
Question 83Single Answer
An IAF Sukhoi-30MKI crashed in which state on March 5, 2026, during a routine mission?
A
Rajasthan
B
Punjab
C
Assam
D
Jammu & Kashmir
Question 84Single Answer
In March 2026, India and Canada agreed to a uranium deal worth how much?
A
$2.5 billion
B
$1.9 billion
C
$1.2 billion
D
$3 billion
Question 85Single Answer
Which airline announced 78 additional international flights in March 2026 due to Iran-Israel conflict disruptions?
A
Air India
B
IndiGo
C
SpiceJet
D
Vistara
Question 86Single Answer
The opposition planned an impeachment motion against whom in March 2026?
A
Chief Election Commissioner Gyanesh Kumar
B
Chief Justice of India
C
RBI Governor
D
CVC
Question 87Single Answer
In March 2026, crude oil prices crossed which level per barrel amid regional tensions?
A
$80
B
Over $100
C
$90
D
$120
Question 88Single Answer
Which new Supreme Leader was reportedly succeeding Ayatollah Ali Khamenei in early March 2026?
A
Ali Larijani
B
Ebrahim Raisi
C
Hassan Rouhani
D
Mojtaba Khamenei
Question 89Single Answer
How many cheetah cubs were born at Kuno National Park in March 2026, raising India's cheetah count?
A
3
B
5
C
7
D
4
Question 90Single Answer
When is IPL 2026 scheduled to start, as confirmed in March 2026?
A
March 28
B
March 15
C
April 1
D
March 20
Question 91Single Answer
India submitted its 7th National Report to which convention in March 2026?
A
UNFCCC
B
Convention on Biological Diversity (CBd)
C
Ramsar Convention
D
CITES
Question 92Single Answer
Which country faced a drone strike damaging a desalination plant in Bahrain in March 2026?
A
Israel
B
Saudi Arabia
C
Iran
D
UAE
Question 93Single Answer
PM Modi inaugurated India's first Ring Metro corridor in which city in March 2026?
A
Mumbai
B
Bengaluru
C
Delhi
D
Kolkata
Question 94Single Answer
Which ministry announced training for 1.5 lakh multi-skilled caregivers in the 2026-27 Budget?
A
Health
B
Skill Development (via NSQF)
C
Women & Child Development
D
Social Justice
Question 95Single Answer
Which program was launched in Tripura as India's first State Innovation Mission in March 2026?
A
Atal Innovation Mission 2.0 SIM
B
Startup India
C
Make in India
D
Digital India
Question 96Single Answer
What caused global oil price surges in March 2026?
A
OPEC cuts
B
US shale boom
C
Russian exports halt
D
Iran's blockade of Strait of Hormuz
Question 97Single Answer
Which IIT signed a Framework for Action with ISA in March 2026 for solar skills?
A
IIT Bombay
B
IIT Kanpur
C
IIT Madras
D
IIT Delhi
Question 98Single Answer
In March 2026, which country tested advanced missiles impacting regional security?
A
North Korea
B
Pakistan (arms deals)
C
China
D
Iran
Question 99Single Answer
The war in West Asia in March 2026 involved joint strikes on Iran's what facilities?
A
Oil
B
Nuclear
C
Military bases only
D
Ports
Question 100Single Answer
Which tribal inheritance rights issue was highlighted by Supreme Court in early 2026?