Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 MCQs

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Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 MCQs

Stay updated with the latest Current Affairs 2026 through our carefully curated Section 1. This section covers the most important national and international events, government schemes, economy, science & technology, sports, awards, appointments, defence, environment, international relations, and other exam-relevant topics. Designed for aspirants preparing for JKSSB, SSC, Banking, Railway, UPSC, JKPSC, Police, CUET, and other competitive exams, these notes provide concise explanations, factual updates, and expected MCQs to help you revise quickly and score higher in the General Awareness section.

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Question #61
The Union Budget 2026–27 made no allocation for which strategic overseas port project of India?
A. Hambantota Port
B. Sittwe Port
C. Chabahar Port
D. Gwadar Port

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Union Budget 2026–27 made no allocation for the Sittwe Port project in Myanmar, which was earlier funded with ₹400 crore.

Question #62
In Assam, Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a cultural event of which community?
A. Bodo
B. Dimasa
C. Karbi
D. Mising

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Prime Minister Narendra Modi addressed the Bagurumba Dwhou 2026, a cultural event of the Bodo community in Assam.

Question #63
What does VDA stand for in the context of India's tightening regulation of crypto transactions?
A. Variable Deposit Account
B. Verified Digital Account
C. Virtual Digital Asset
D. Voluntary Disclosure Agreement

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
VDA stands for Virtual Digital Asset.

Question #64
What does V2V stand for in the context of India's road safety technology?
A. Video to Vehicle
B. Voice to Vehicle
C. Virtual to Virtual
D. Vehicle to Vehicle

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
V2V stands for Vehicle to Vehicle communication technology.

Question #65
Which company owns both Zomato and Blinkit?
A. One97 Communications
B. InfoEdge
C. Flipkart
D. Eternal

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Eternal is the company that owns both Zomato and Blinkit.

Question #66
Which country's Prime Minister warned that a certain move would effectively signal the end of NATO?
A. Germany
B. Netherlands
C. France
D. Denmark

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen warned that a certain move would effectively signal the end of NATO.

Question #67
The Enforcement Directorate sent a fresh extradition request to the UAE regarding which app co-founder?
A. Vikram Singh
B. Amit Kumar
C. Ravi Jain
D. Sourabh Chandrakar

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The Enforcement Directorate sent a fresh extradition request to the UAE regarding Mahadev app co-founder Sourabh Chandrakar.

Question #68
Which of the following statements about the Gaganyaan Mission is correct?
A. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of two astronauts to a geostationary orbit
B. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of three astronauts to a Low Earth Orbit of 400 km for a 3-day mission
C. The mission will land on the Moon
D. The spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of five astronauts

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Gaganyaan spacecraft is designed to carry a crew of three astronauts to a Low Earth Orbit (LEO) of 400 km for a 3-day mission.

Question #69
What was the theme of World Health Day 2026?
A. One Health
B. Mental Health Matters
C. Universal Health Coverage
D. Health for All

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
The theme of World Health Day 2026 was 'One Health'.

Question #70
Who became the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar on 15 April 2026?
A. Sushil Kumar Modi
B. Samrat Chaudhary
C. Vijay Kumar Sinha
D. Nitish Kumar

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Samrat Chaudhary became the first BJP Chief Minister of Bihar on 15 April 2026.

Question #71
The National Civil Services Day is celebrated annually on which date?
A. April 23
B. April 20
C. April 21
D. April 22

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The National Civil Services Day is celebrated annually on April 21 to recognize the contribution of civil servants to the nation's growth.

Question #72
India's ranking in the World Press Freedom Index 2026 was:
A. 170th
B. 145th
C. 120th
D. 159th

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
India ranked 159th in the World Press Freedom Index 2026.

Question #73
Which city topped the list of most polluted cities globally with an AQI of 208 according to a May 2026 report?
A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Lahore
D. Beijing

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Delhi topped the list of most polluted cities globally with an AQI of 208 according to a May 2026 report.

Question #74
Who was the key bowler for RCB in the IPL 2026 final match?
A. Karn Sharma
B. Josh Hazlewood
C. Wanindu Hasaranga
D. Mohammed Siraj

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Karn Sharma was the key bowler for RCB in the IPL 2026 final match, taking the highest number of wickets.

Question #75
Which country won the Men's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey 2026?
A. Malaysia
B. South Korea
C. Pakistan
D. India

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
India won the Men's Under-18 Asia Cup Hockey 2026.

Question #76
The 'Singapore Open' 2026 was won by which pair?
A. Lee Yang and Wang Chi-lin
B. Parupalli Kashyap and Ajay Jayaram
C. Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty
D. Kevin Sanjaya Sukamuljo and Marcus Fernaldi Gideon

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty won the Singapore Open 2026.

Question #77
The Unified Health Interface (UHI) is a digital health initiative under which framework?
A. eSanjeevani
B. PM-JAY
C. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
D. National Digital Health Mission

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
The Unified Health Interface (UHI) is a digital health initiative under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission.

Question #78
Which of the following correctly describes the role of the Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS)?
A. Chief of the Army's strategic forces
B. Second-in-command of the Indian Army, assisting the COAS
C. Head of the Army's training command
D. Head of all army operations

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Vice Chief of the Army Staff (VCOAS) is the second-in-command of the Indian Army, assisting the Chief of the Army Staff.

Question #79
Which of the following statements about the National Stock Exchange (NSE) is correct?
A. NSE was established in the 1980s
B. NSE is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SEBI
C. NSE only trades in equity shares
D. NSE is India's largest stock exchange by market capitalization

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The National Stock Exchange (NSE) is India's largest stock exchange by market capitalization.

Question #80
Which of the following is correct regarding the role of Public Information Officers (PIOs) under the RTI Act?
A. Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint PIOs
B. PIOs are appointed only at the central government level
C. PIOs are appointed by the President
D. PIOs are not required to respond to RTI applications

Correct Answer: Option A


Explanation:
Every public authority under the RTI Act is required to appoint Public Information Officers (PIOs) to handle RTI applications.