Under the proposed amendment to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules introducing AIS-213 standard from October 1, 2026, what is the key new requirement? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Under the proposed amendment to the Central Motor Vehicles Rules introducing AIS-213 standard from October 1, 2026, what is the key new requirement?
A. Compulsory on-road mileage certification across multiple Indian climatic zones
B. Separate fuel efficiency ratings for urban, highway, and mixed driving cycles
C. Mandatory disclosure of mileage degradation over the vehicle's lifecycle
D. Mandatory measurement of fuel consumption with air conditioning switched on during testing
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The key new requirement under the AIS-213 standard is mandatory measurement of fuel consumption with the air conditioning switched on during testing, to narrow the gap between advertised mileage and real-world driving conditions.

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Practice More Current Affairs 2026 Section 1 Questions

Question #1
Who was the captain of the Indian team that won the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026?
A. Rohit Sharma
B. Suryakumar Yadav
C. Hardik Pandya
D. Virat Kohli

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The Indian team was led by Suryakumar Yadav in the ICC Men's T20 World Cup 2026.

Question #2
Defence Minister Rajnath Singh inaugurated an Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDL, Hyderabad on June 12, 2026. DRDL stands for:
A. Defence Research & Design Laboratory
B. Defence Research & Development Laboratory
C. Defence Rocket Development Laboratory
D. Defence Robotics Development Laboratory

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
Raksha Mantri inaugurated an Advanced Weapon System Complex at DRDO's Defence Research & Development Laboratory (DRDL).[reference:64]

Question #3
ISRO successfully demonstrated a hot test of the Semi-Cryogenic Engine Power Head Test Article (PHTA) at higher thrust level in June 2026. This test demonstrated performance at which thrust level?
A. 250 tonne
B. 100 tonne
C. 150 tonne
D. 200 tonne

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
The test provided sufficient confidence towards the demonstration of steady state performance of engine powerhead at 200 tonne.[reference:64]