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❓ Which strait was successfully crossed by Indian-flagged LPG carrier ships?
A. Malacca Strait
B. Strait of Hormuz ✅
C. Strait of Gibraltar
D. Bering Strait
💡 **Explanation:** The Strait of Hormuz is one of the most crucial oil transit routes in the world. Despite regional tensions, Indian ships crossed it successfully.
❓ Who won 1 gold and 2 silver medals at the Spanish Para Badminton International 2026?
A. Pramod Bhagat ✅
B. Sukant Kadam
C. Manoj Sarkar
D. Tarun Dhillon
💡 **Explanation:** Pramod Bhagat is a renowned Indian para-badminton player who delivered an excellent performance in this tournament.
❓ When did the first phase of Census 2027 begin?
A. 1 January 2026
B. 1 March 2026
C. 1 April 2026 ✅
D. 1 May 2026
💡 **Explanation:** The first phase of Census 2027 started on 1 April 2026.
❓ Who became the youngest racer to win the Japanese Grand Prix?
A. Max Verstappen
B. Lewis Hamilton
C. Andrea Kimi Antonelli ✅
D. Charles Leclerc
💡 **Explanation:** Andrea Kimi Antonelli became the youngest racer to win the Japanese Grand Prix.
❓ Where was Exercise ‘Dweep Shakti’ conducted?
A. Lakshadweep
B. Andaman & Nicobar ✅
C. Goa
D. Mumbai
💡 **Explanation:** This exercise showcases India’s tri-services coordination.
❓ Who completed the ‘Sunshine Double’ by winning Miami Open 2026?
A. Novak Djokovic
B. Carlos Alcaraz
C. Jannik Sinner ✅
D. Rafael Nadal
💡 **Explanation:** Sunshine Double means winning both Indian Wells and the Miami Open.
❓ Chandrikapersad Santokhi was former President of which country?
A. Guyana
B. Fiji
C. Mauritius
D. Suriname ✅
💡 **Explanation:** He served as the President of Suriname.
❓ Where will India Pharma 2026 be held?
A. Mumbai
B. Hyderabad
C. New Delhi ✅
D. Pune
💡 **Explanation:** It aims to strengthen India’s pharmaceutical sector.
❓ Where was Samrat Samprati Museum inaugurated?
A. Jaipur
B. Udaipur
C. Ahmedabad
D. Gandhinagar ✅
💡 **Explanation:** It promotes Jain culture and philosophy.
❓ Where was CMM COP15 held?
A. USA
B. India
C. South Africa
D. Brazil ✅
💡 **Explanation:** This conference focuses on the conservation of migratory species.
❓ Who became the foreign player with most IPL matches?
A. David Warner
B. AB de Villiers
C. Sunil Narine ✅
D. Kieron Pollard
💡 **Explanation:** He holds the record for most IPL matches by a foreign player.
❓ Where was 69th AIPDM inaugurated?
A. Bhopal
B. Delhi
C. Nagpur ✅
D. Lucknow
💡 **Explanation:** It is organized to enhance the efficiency of police forces.
❓ Which country developed the first dual-band infrared sensor?
A. USA
B. China
C. Russia
D. Japan ✅
💡 **Explanation:** This technology is highly useful in defense and space sectors.
❓ Which company delivered ‘Prahar’ Light Machine Gun to Indian Army?
A. DRDO
B. HAL
C. Tata Advanced Systems
D. Adani Defence ✅
💡 **Explanation:** It is developed under the Make in India initiative.
❓ Which country launched the “Janfada” campaign?
A. Iraq
B. Syria
C. Iran ✅
D. Afghanistan
💡 **Explanation:** This campaign was launched for the recruitment of volunteers.
❓ **When is World Autism Awareness Day observed?**
A. April 1
B. April 2
C. April 3
D. April 5
✅ **Answer: B. April 2**
💡 **Explanation:** Observed annually on April 2 to spread awareness about autism.
❓ **Who launched the book “Tides of Time”?**
A. Narendra Modi
B. Jagdeep Dhankhar
C. Droupadi Murmu
D. Amit Shah
✅ **Answer: B. Jagdeep Dhankhar**
💡 **Explanation:** The Vice President released the book in New Delhi.
❓ **Indian Railways set a record in which area (2025-26)?**
A. Passenger traffic
B. Freight loading
C. Revenue
D. New trains
✅ **Answer: B. Freight loading**
💡 **Explanation:** Indian Railways achieved record freight loading.
❓ **GST collection in March 2026 was:**
A. 1 lakh crore
B. 1.5 lakh crore
C. 2 lakh crore
D. 3 lakh crore
✅ **Answer: C. 2 lakh crore**
💡 **Explanation:** Indicates strong economic growth.
❓ **Sadhana Week 2026 was launched for:**
A. Students
B. Farmers
C. Civil servants
D. Soldiers
✅ **Answer: C. Civil servants**
💡 **Explanation:** For capacity building of civil servants.
❓ **Who became the new CEO of William Words India?**
A. Rajiv Kumar
B. Ajay Singh
C. (As per news)
D. Sanjay Mehta
✅ **Answer: (As per news)**
💡 **Explanation:** William Words India appointed a new CEO.
❓ **RBI will auction government securities worth:**
A. ₹10,000 crore
B. ₹20,000 crore
C. ₹29,000 crore
D. ₹50,000 crore
✅ **Answer: C. ₹29,000 crore**
💡 **Explanation:** This underwriting auction will be conducted by the Reserve Bank of India.
❓ **“Malvan” is related to:**
A. Aircraft
B. Anti-submarine vessel
C. Tank
D. Missile
✅ **Answer: B. Anti-submarine vessel**
💡 **Explanation:** Indian Navy inducted “Malvan” into its fleet.
❓ **Ministry of Textiles extended which benefit?**
A. Subsidy
B. Tax relief
C. Export policy
D. Import policy
✅ **Answer: B. Tax relief**
💡 **Explanation:** The scheme for remission of state and central taxes and levies was extended.
❓ **Which bill was approved by Lok Sabha?**
A. Education Bill
B. Finance Bill
C. Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill 2026
D. Defence Bill
✅ **Answer: C. Jan Vishwas (Amendment) Bill 2026**
💡 **Explanation:** Lok Sabha passed this bill on April 1, 2026.
❓ **What has the Income Tax Department launched as ‘Kar Saathi’?**
A. Mobile App
B. New Website
C. Tax Scheme
D. Helpline
✅ **Answer: B. New Website**
💡 **Explanation:** The Income Tax Department launched a new website named ‘Kar Saathi’ to assist taxpayers.
❓ **Which port authority signed an agreement for SAMPANN platform services?**
A. Mumbai Port
B. Cochin Port
C. Goa & Cochin Port Authority
D. Chennai Port
✅ **Answer: C. Goa & Cochin Port Authority**
💡 **Explanation:** The Government of India signed an agreement with Goa and Cochin Port Authority for SAMPANN services.
❓ **Which project was approved at Deendayal Port?**
A. Railway Line
B. Airport
C. Road Over Bridge
D. Metro Project
✅ **Answer: C. Road Over Bridge**
💡 **Explanation:** A Road Over Bridge project worth ₹132.51 crore was approved.
❓ **What was announced for Ujjain Simhastha Kumbh 2028?**
A. Railway Station
B. Airport
C. Bypass Road
✅ **Answer: C. Bypass Road**
💡 **Explanation:** A bypass road worth ₹700 crore was announced.
❓ **Who became the new Prime Minister of Mongolia?**
A. Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene
B. Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh
C. Uchral Nyam-Osor
D. Batbold
✅ **Answer: C. Uchral Nyam-Osor**
💡 **Explanation:** Uchral Nyam-Osor has been elected as the new Prime Minister of Mongolia.
❓ **How many gold medals did India win in the World Archery Para Series?**
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 5
✅ **Answer: C. 3**
💡 **Explanation:** India won three team gold medals in Bangkok.
❓ **How much investment has been made in India’s fisheries sector since 2015?**
A. ₹10,000 crore
B. ₹25,000 crore
C. ₹39,272 crore
D. ₹50,000 crore
✅ **Answer: C. ₹39,272 crore**
💡 **Explanation:** An investment of ₹39,272 crore has been made since 2015.
❓ **Rassie van der Dussen retired from which sport?**
A. Hockey
B. Cricket
C. Football
D. Tennis
✅ **Answer: B. Cricket**
💡 **Explanation:** He announced retirement from international cricket.
❓ **Where were the Khelo India Tribal Games held?**
A. Jharkhand
B. Odisha
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Madhya Pradesh
✅ **Answer: C. Chhattisgarh**
💡 **Explanation:** The event concluded in Chhattisgarh with a grand ceremony.
❓ **INS Tarini is related to which of the following?**
A. Air Force
B. Army
C. Navy
D. Space
✅ **Answer: C. Navy**
💡 **Explanation:** INS Tarini is a stealth frigate inducted into the Indian Navy at Visakhapatnam.
❓ **Recently, which state launched the ‘Madhe Gaon, Arogya Sanchar Gaon’ campaign?**
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
✅ **Answer: B. Maharashtra**
💡 **Explanation:** This campaign was launched by Maharashtra to improve healthcare access in rural areas.
❓ **Who has been appointed as the new CMD of POWERGRID?**
A. R.K. Singh
B. Ghanshyam Prasad
C. Durga Basavi Ram Mohan
D. P.K. Sinha
✅ **Answer: C. Durga Basavi Ram Mohan**
💡 **Explanation:** Durga Basavi Ram Mohan has been appointed CMD of POWERGRID.
❓ **Which state secured first position in Khelo India Tribal Games 2026?**
A. Odisha
B. Jharkhand
C. Chhattisgarh
D. Karnataka
✅ **Answer: D. Karnataka**
💡 **Explanation:** Karnataka topped the medal tally in these games held in Chhattisgarh.
❓ **Who won the Men's Player of the Year at Asian Swadesh Federation Awards 2026?**
A. Neeraj Chopra
B. Abhay Singh
C. P.V. Sindhu
D. Lakshya Sen
✅ **Answer: B. Abhay Singh**
💡 **Explanation:** Abhay Singh received this award for his outstanding performance.
❓ **When is the International Day of Sport for Development and Peace observed?**
A. 2 April
B. 4 April
C. 6 April
D. 7 April
✅ **Answer: C. 6 April**
💡 **Explanation:** This day promotes peace and development through sports.
❓ **Which anniversary of NATO was celebrated on 4 April 2026?**
A. 75th
B. 76th
C. 77th
D. 78th
✅ **Answer: C. 77th**
💡 **Explanation:** NATO was established in 1949, so 2026 marked its 77th anniversary.
❓ **Which country has the highest number of suspended athletes due to doping?**
A. Russia
B. China
C. India
D. USA
✅ **Answer: C. India**
💡 **Explanation:** According to AIU, India has the highest number of suspended athletes for doping.
❓ **When was the 104th death anniversary of Pandita Ramabai observed?**
A. 3 April
B. 4 April
C. 5 April
D. 6 April
✅ **Answer: C. 5 April**
💡 **Explanation:** Pandita Ramabai is remembered on 5 April for her contributions to women's education.
❓ **When was Pradhan Mantri Gramin Awas Yojana launched?**
A. 2014
B. 2015
C. 2016
D. 2017
✅ **Answer: C. 2016**
💡 **Explanation:** This scheme provides housing for rural poor and was launched on 1 April 2016.
❓ **Sipahijala Panchayat, awarded best district panchayat, is located in which state?**
A. Assam
B. Tripura
C. Sikkim
D. Manipur
✅ **Answer: C. Sikkim**
💡 **Explanation:** Sipahijala Panchayat is located in Sikkim and received the award.
❓ **Van der Dussen, who recently retired, is associated with which sport?**
A. Football
B. Cricket
C. Tennis
D. Hockey
✅ **Answer: B. Cricket**
💡 **Explanation:** Van der Dussen is a cricketer who recently retired.
❓ **Which state/UT announced formation of animal welfare committees in all districts?**
A. Punjab
B. Haryana
C. Delhi
D. Rajasthan
✅ **Answer: C. Delhi**
💡 **Explanation:** Delhi government announced district-level animal welfare committees.
❓ **Which state launched the ‘Bhu Bharati’ portal?**
A. Punjab
B. Telangana
C. Gujarat
D. Odisha
✅ **Answer: B. Telangana**
💡 **Explanation:** ‘Bhu Bharati’ portal was launched for land record management and integration.
❓ **Which state started the first caste socio-economic survey?**
A. Bihar
B. Maharashtra
C. Punjab
D. Rajasthan
✅ **Answer: C. Punjab**
💡 **Explanation:** Punjab government initiated a caste-based socio-economic survey.
❓ **Where was the 16th Hockey India Sub Junior Men Championship held?**
A. Patna
B. Rajgir
C. Bhopal
D. Ranchi
✅ **Answer: B. Rajgir**
💡 **Explanation:** This competition was held in Rajgir.
❓ **Bodhana Sivanandan became top female chess player of which country?**
A. India
B. USA
C. England
D. Australia
✅ **Answer: C. England**
💡 **Explanation:** Bodhana Sivanandan reached the top female chess player spot in England.
❓ **Who authored the book ‘Sab Par Ram Tapasvi Raja’?**
A. Chetan Bhagat
B. Ashutosh Agnihotri
C. Amish Tripathi
D. Ravish Kumar
✅ **Answer: B. Ashutosh Agnihotri**
💡 **Explanation:** This book was written by Ashutosh Agnihotri.
❓ **World Bank started new 5-year partnership with which country?**
A. Nepal
B. Sri Lanka
C. Bangladesh
D. Myanmar
✅ **Answer: B. Sri Lanka**
💡 **Explanation:** The World Bank initiated this to support Sri Lanka's economy.
❓ **Who is the first woman to go into lunar orbit?**
A. Kalpana Chawla
B. Sunita Williams
C. Christina Koch
D. Jessica Meir
✅ **Answer: C. Christina Koch**
💡 **Explanation:** Christina Koch is the first woman included in the lunar orbit mission (Artemis-II).
❓ **Who won SAFF U-20 Championship 2026?**
A. India
B. Nepal
C. Bangladesh
D. Maldives
✅ **Answer: C. Bangladesh**
💡 **Explanation:** The tournament was held in Maldives and won by Bangladesh.
❓ **Who was appointed Chairman & MD of SAIL?**
A. Anil Kumar
B. Krishna Kumar Singh
C. T.V. Narendran
D. Sumit Deb
✅ **Answer: B. Krishna Kumar Singh**
💡 **Explanation:** Krishna Kumar Singh was appointed CMD of SAIL.
❓ **Who painted ‘Yashoda and Krishna’?**
A. M.F. Husain
B. Raja Ravi Varma
C. Nandalal Bose
D. Amrita Sher-Gil
✅ **Answer: B. Raja Ravi Varma**
💡 **Explanation:** This famous painting by Raja Ravi Varma recently sold for a high value.
❓ **Which is India’s third nuclear-powered submarine?**
A. INS Arihant
B. INS Arighat
C. INS Aridhaman
D. INS Vikrant
✅ **Answer: C. INS Aridhaman**
💡 **Explanation:** INS Aridhaman is India's third nuclear submarine.
❓ **Where was ‘Mati-9’ festival held?**
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Jaipur
D. Lucknow
✅ **Answer: B. New Delhi**
💡 **Explanation:** This festival was organized in New Delhi.
❓ **When is World Health Day celebrated?**
A. 5 April
B. 6 April
C. 7 April
D. 8 April
✅ **Answer: C. 7 April**
💡 **Explanation:** Celebrated every year on April 7 by the World Health Organization.
❓ **Who became the world’s first Champion Ambuchi archer?**
A. Deepika Kumari
B. Payal Nag
C. Jyothi Surekha
D. Aditi Swami
✅ **Answer: B. Payal Nag**
💡 **Explanation:** Payal Nag achieved this historic feat becoming the first Champion Ambuchi archer.
❓ **India won which medal in 10m Air Pistol Mixed Team event at ISSF World Cup?**
A. Silver
B. Bronze
C. Gold
D. None
✅ **Answer: C. Gold**
💡 **Explanation:** India secured a gold medal with an excellent performance.
❓ **Who became India’s first openly queer MP?**
A. Smriti Irani
B. Mahua Moitra
C. Menaka Guruswamy
D. Sushmita Dev
✅ **Answer: C. Menaka Guruswamy**
💡 **Explanation:** Menaka Guruswamy became India’s first openly queer MP.
❓ **Which anniversary of WHO was observed on 7 April 2026?**
A. 75th
B. 76th
C. 77th
D. 78th
✅ **Answer: D. 78th**
💡 **Explanation:** WHO was established in 1948, so 2026 marks its 78th anniversary.
❓ **When is Anemia Prevention Week observed?**
A. 1–7 March
B. 1–7 April
C. 5–11 April
D. 10–16 April
✅ **Answer: B. 1–7 April**
💡 **Explanation:** It is observed to raise awareness about anemia.
❓ **Rupa Bair is associated with which sport?**
A. Boxing
B. Taekwondo
C. Wrestling
D. Shooting
✅ **Answer: B. Taekwondo**
💡 **Explanation:** Rupa Bair is a Taekwondo player who achieved a top world ranking.
❓ **Which port ranked first in drug seizure cases in 2026?**
A. Mumbai Port
B. Kandla Port
C. Deendayal Port
D. Kochi Port
✅ **Answer: C. Deendayal Port**
💡 **Explanation:** Deendayal Port ranked first in drug seizure cases.
❓ **Gilbertson Sangma was associated with which sport?**
A. Cricket
B. Hockey
C. Football
D. Badminton
✅ **Answer: C. Football**
💡 **Explanation:** Gilbertson Sangma was a football player.
❓ **Who is the author of “We, the People of India”?**
A. Shashi Tharoor
B. T.M. Krishna
C. Amartya Sen
D. Arundhati Roy
✅ **Answer: B. T.M. Krishna**
💡 **Explanation:** This book focuses on Indian society and the Constitution.
❓ **Where did Microsoft launch its first AI Skill Center in India?**
A. IIT Delhi
B. IISc Bangalore
C. Chandigarh University
D. BHU Varanasi
✅ **Answer: C. Chandigarh University**
💡 **Explanation:** Microsoft launched this center to promote AI education.
❓ **In which state is India’s first PFBR located?**
A. Maharashtra
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Gujarat
D. Karnataka
✅ **Answer: B. Tamil Nadu**
💡 **Explanation:** PFBR (Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor) is located at Kalpakkam in Tamil Nadu.
❓ **Who became the first Indian woman to reach Everest Base Camp by bicycle?**
A. Santosh Yadav
B. Arunima Sinha
C. Divya Singh
D. Bachendri Pal
✅ **Answer: C. Divya Singh**
💡 **Explanation:** Divya Singh achieved this milestone by cycling to Everest Base Camp.
❓ **When was PM Mudra Yojana launched?**
A. 2 Oct 2014
B. 8 April 2015
C. 15 Aug 2015
D. 1 Jan 2016
✅ **Answer: B. 8 April 2015**
💡 **Explanation:** PMMY was launched on 8 April 2015 to support small businesses.
❓ **Which death anniversary of Mangal Pandey was observed on 8 April 2026?**
A. 150th
B. 160th
C. 169th
D. 175th
✅ **Answer: C. 169th**
💡 **Explanation:** He died in 1857; hence 169th anniversary in 2026.
❓ **When was Sadhana Week 2026 observed?**
A. 1–7 April
B. 2–8 April
C. 5–10 April
D. 10–15 April
✅ **Answer: B. 2–8 April**
💡 **Explanation:** Observed from 2–8 April for governance and capacity building.
❓ **‘A Road Well Travelled’ is the autobiography of whom?**
A. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam
B. Ratan Tata
C. R.K. Raghavan
D. Kiran Bedi
✅ **Answer: C. R.K. Raghavan**
💡 **Explanation:** It is the autobiography of former CBI Director R.K. Raghavan.
❓ **In which state is Aoleang Mon festival celebrated?**
A. Manipur
B. Nagaland
C. Assam
D. Meghalaya
✅ **Answer: B. Nagaland**
💡 **Explanation:** It is a major festival of the Konyak tribe in Nagaland.
❓ **Which High Court restricted the use of AI in court decisions?**
A. Delhi HC
B. Bombay HC
C. Punjab & Haryana HC
D. Madras HC
✅ **Answer: C. Punjab & Haryana HC**
💡 **Explanation:** The court restricted AI use in judicial decisions.
❓ **Where was One Health Summit 2026 held?**
A. Germany
B. France
C. USA
D. Japan
✅ **Answer: B. France**
💡 **Explanation:** Held in France to promote global health collaboration.
❓ **Who won Best Director at Chetak Screen Awards 2026?**
A. S.S. Rajamouli
B. T. M. Krishna
C. Karan Johar
D. Anurag Kashyap
✅ **Answer: B. T. M. Krishna**
💡 **Explanation:** T.M. Krishna received the Best Director award.
❓ **Which state ranked first in Namo Drone Didi Yojana training?**
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Karnataka
D. Uttar Pradesh
✅ **Answer: C. Karnataka**
💡 **Explanation:** Karnataka ranked first in drone pilot training.
❓ **Which country ranked first for cleanest water?**
A. Norway
B. Sweden
C. Switzerland
D. Finland
✅ **Answer: C. Switzerland**
💡 **Explanation:** Switzerland ranked highest in water cleanliness.
❓ **When is National Youth HIV/AIDS Awareness Day observed?**
A. 5 April
B. 7 April
C. 10 April
D. 12 April
✅ **Answer: C. 10 April**
💡 **Explanation:** Observed on 10 April to spread awareness among youth.
❓ **Where was Spacecraft Mission Conference 2026 held?**
A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Bengaluru
D. Hyderabad
✅ **Answer: C. Bengaluru**
💡 **Explanation:** Bengaluru is India's major space-tech hub, home to ISRO and many aerospace institutions.
❓ **Which country launched the first commercial U6GHz internet network?**
A. USA
B. China
C. Japan
D. UAE
✅ **Answer: D. UAE**
💡 **Explanation:** UAE launched it as part of its advanced wireless technology initiatives.
❓ **First Indian FMCG company to reach ₹1 trillion turnover?**
A. ITC
B. HUL
C. Amul
D. Dabur
✅ **Answer: C. Amul**
💡 **Explanation:** Amul became the first FMCG company in India to cross ₹1 trillion turnover.
❓ **First Regional Passport Office to start Braille & sign language services?**
A. Patna
B. Bhopal
C. Jaipur
D. Lucknow
✅ **Answer: B. Bhopal**
💡 **Explanation:** Bhopal RPO initiated inclusive services for differently-abled persons.
❓ **To Lam became President of which country?**
A. Thailand
B. Vietnam
C. Cambodia
D. Laos
✅ **Answer: B. Vietnam**
💡 **Explanation:** To Lam is a key political leader in Vietnam.
❓ **Which state declared cancer a notifiable disease?**
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Telangana
D. Kerala
✅ **Answer: C. Telangana**
💡 **Explanation:** Telangana declared cancer notifiable for better tracking and control.
❓ **India will conduct ‘Cyclone 2026’ military exercise with which country?**
A. France
B. Egypt
C. Russia
D. Australia
✅ **Answer: B. Egypt**
💡 **Explanation:** This exercise strengthens defence cooperation between India and Egypt.
❓ **Where was India’s first driverless pod taxi project launched?**
A. Karnataka
B. Maharashtra
C. Gujarat
D. Uttar Pradesh
✅ **Answer: B. Maharashtra**
💡 **Explanation:** Maharashtra launched this advanced transport system.
❓ **When is CRPF Shaurya Diwas observed?**
A. April 8
B. April 9
C. April 10
D. April 11
✅ **Answer: B. April 9**
💡 **Explanation:** It commemorates bravery in the 1965 Rann of Kutch battle.
❓ **Where was the 8th Poshan Pakhwada launched?**
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi
C. Bhopal
D. Patna
✅ **Answer: B. New Delhi**
💡 **Explanation:** Launched in New Delhi by the Ministry of Women & Child Development.
❓ **Who became Global Ambassador of World 10K Bengaluru 2026?**
A. Nike
B. Adidas
C. Black Classic
D. Puma
✅ **Answer: C. Black Classic**
💡 **Explanation:** Black Classic was named the Global Brand Ambassador for this event.
❓ **Operation Himsetu was launched in which state?**
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Ladakh
C. Himachal Pradesh
D. Sikkim
✅ **Answer: D. Sikkim**
💡 **Explanation:** This operation aims to enhance connectivity in remote areas.
❓ **When is World Homeopathy Day observed?**
A. April 9
B. April 10
C. April 11
D. April 12
✅ **Answer: B. April 10**
💡 **Explanation:** It marks the birth anniversary of Samuel Hahnemann, founder of homeopathy.
❓ Which High Court banned the cutting of oak trees for construction work?
A. Delhi High Court
B. Uttarakhand High Court ✅
C. Allahabad High Court
D. Punjab & Haryana High Court
💡 The Uttarakhand High Court imposed the ban to protect ecological balance.
❓ Who has been appointed as the new Secretary-General of the Arab League?
A. Ahmed Aboul Gheit
B. Nabil Fahmy ✅
C. Abdel Fattah el-Sisi
D. Sameh Shoukry
💡 Nabil Fahmy has been appointed as the new Secretary-General.
❓ Who became the first brand ambassador of Jindal Stainless Steel?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Akshay Kumar
C. Ranveer Singh ✅
D. Salman Khan
💡 Ranveer Singh was chosen to enhance brand visibility.
❓ According to CAG, in which state/UT have 315 lakes disappeared?
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Ladakh
C. Jammu Kashmir ✅
D. Uttarakhand
💡 As per the CAG report, 315 lakes have vanished in J&K.
❓ Who launched the Artemis II mission?
A. ISRO
B. ESA
C. NASA ✅
D. Roscosmos
💡 NASA launched Artemis II to advance human space exploration.
❓ Where was the 25th All India Water Sports Championship held?
A. Goa
B. Kerala
C. Maharashtra
D. Uttarakhand ✅
💡 The event was organized in Uttarakhand.
❓ Where was ‘Ran Samvad 2026’ tri-service seminar held?
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Bengaluru ✅
D. Chennai
💡 The seminar was organized in Bengaluru.
❓ Where was the IPU India Region Zone VII conference inaugurated?
A. New Delhi
B. Mumbai
C. Jaipur
D. Panaji ✅
💡 The event was inaugurated in Panaji, Goa.
❓ When is International Day of Human Space Flight observed?
A. 10 April
B. 11 April
C. 12 April ✅
D. 13 April
💡 It marks Yuri Gagarin’s historic space flight.
❓ Who launched the ‘Arogya Van’ initiative?
A. ISRO
B. NHAI ✅
C. DRDO
D. MoEFCC
💡 NHAI launched it to promote biodiversity.
❓ Who has been appointed to the UN CESCR?
A. Gita Gopinath
B. Preeti Saran ✅
C. Nirmala Sitharaman
D. Sushma Swaraj
💡 Preeti Saran has been appointed to the UN body.
❓ Which country withdrew from hosting COP33 (2028)?
A. Brazil
B. India ✅
C. UAE
D. Germany
💡 India withdrew its bid to host COP33.
❓ ‘Operation Him Setu’ is related to what?
A. Flood relief
B. Earthquake relief
C. Rescue after landslide ✅
D. Forest fire control
💡 The Indian Army conducted “Operation Him Setu” to rescue tourists stranded after a landslide in North Sikkim.
❓ Which foundation day was celebrated by NSTFDC?
A. 20th
B. 25th ✅
C. 30th
D. 35th
💡 NSTFDC celebrated its 25th Foundation Day, working for tribal development and financial support.
❓ In which state did the Union Cabinet approve two hydroelectric projects?
A. Himachal Pradesh
B. Uttarakhand
C. Arunachal Pradesh ✅
D. Sikkim
💡 The Union Cabinet approved two hydroelectric projects in Arunachal Pradesh to boost power generation.
❓ Who became the new CMD of BPCL (April 2026)?
A. Arun Kumar Singh
B. Sanjay Khanna ✅
C. G. Krishnakumar
D. V. R. Krishna Gupta
💡 Sanjay Khanna was appointed as CMD of BPCL in April 2026.
❓ Former athlete Gopinath was associated with which sport?
A. Football ✅
B. Hockey
C. Cricket
D. Tennis
💡 Gopinath was associated with football.
❓ India’s revised GDP growth projection for FY 2026-27?
A. 6.4 percent ✅
B. 6.8 percent
C. 7.0 percent
D. 6.6 percent
💡 The World Bank projected 6.4%.
❓ Which country banned ‘Memorial’?
A. Russia ✅
B. Ukraine
C. Belarus
D. Poland
💡 Russia’s Supreme Court banned it.
❓ Thitu Island is located in which sea?
A. East China Sea
B. South China Sea ✅
C. Philippine Sea
D. Andaman Sea
💡 It is in the South China Sea.
❓ Where was India’s first 3D Shivaji museum inaugurated?
A. Mumbai
B. Pune ✅
C. New Delhi
D. Nagpur
💡 It was inaugurated in Pune.
❓ Where was the seaplane tested on the Ganga river?
A. Devprayag
B. Haridwar
C. Rishikesh ✅
D. Rudraprayag
💡 The test was conducted in Rishikesh.
❓ Who has been selected for the Lata Deenanath Mangeshkar Award 2026?
A. Kailash Satyarthi ✅
B. A. R. Rahman
C. Amitabh Bachchan
D. Lata Mangeshkar
💡 Kailash Satyarthi was honored for his work in child rights.
❓ In which year did Asha Bhosle receive the Padma Vibhushan?
A. 2005
B. 2008 ✅
C. 2010
D. 2012
💡 Asha Bhosle received the Padma Vibhushan in 2008.
❓ Nizar Amidi was appointed President of which country?
A. Iran
B. Iraq ✅
C. Syria
D. Turkey
💡 Iraq appointed Nizar Amidi as President.
❓ Which birth anniversary of Jyotirao Phule was observed on 11 April 2026?
A. 195th
B. 198th
C. 199th ✅
D. 200th
💡 Jyotirao Phule's 199th birth anniversary was celebrated.
❓ Which became India’s largest automobile export hub?
A. Mumbai Port
B. Kandla Port
C. Mundra Port ✅
D. Visakhapatnam Port
💡 Mundra Port became India’s largest automobile export hub.
❓ Kla-II Hydropower Project was approved in which state?
A. Sikkim
B. Arunachal Pradesh ✅
C. Assam
D. Uttarakhand
💡 This project was approved in Arunachal Pradesh.
❓ Where was the 9th Indian Ocean Conference held?
A. Sri Lanka
B. Maldives
C. Mauritius ✅
D. Indonesia
💡 This conference was held in Mauritius.
❓ Where will the second season of Rugby Premier League be held?
A. Mumbai
B. Delhi
C. Hyderabad ✅
D. Pune
💡 Hyderabad will host this event.
❓ CD Gopinath was associated with which sport?
A. Hockey
B. Football
C. Cricket ✅
D. Tennis
💡 CD Gopinath was a famous Indian cricketer.
❓ In which language was the latest version of the Constitution of India released?
A. Hindi
B. Sanskrit
C. Urdu
D. Sindhi ✅
💡 Jagdeep Dhankhar released it in the Sindhi language.
❓ Who became the first woman cricketer to take 9 wickets in a T20 match?
A. Jhulan Goswami
B. Smriti Mandhana
C. Laura Cardoso ✅
D. Ellyse Perry
💡 Laura Cardoso achieved this historic milestone.
❓ When is Siachen Day observed?
A. 10 April
B. 12 April
C. 13 April ✅
D. 15 April
💡 Siachen Glacier Day is observed in honor of the Indian Army.
❓ Where did ISRO conduct the second parachute drop test for Gaganyaan?
A. Bengaluru
B. Sriharikota ✅
C. Thiruvananthapuram
D. Nagpur
💡 ISRO conducted this test in Sriharikota.
❓ On which day is World Chagas Disease Day observed every year?
A. 11 April
B. 12 April
C. 13 April
D. 14 April ✅
💡 World Chagas Disease Day is observed every year on April 14 to raise awareness about the disease.
❓ India started the 7th Dustlik exercise with which country?
A. Kazakhstan
B. Uzbekistan ✅
C. Russia
D. Tajikistan
💡 Dustlik is a joint military exercise between India and Uzbekistan.
❓ India’s first indigenous quantum computing testbed will be inaugurated in which state?
A. Karnataka
B. Tamil Nadu
C. Andhra Pradesh ✅
D. Telangana
💡 India's first indigenous quantum computing testbed will be established in Andhra Pradesh.
❓ In which state did the Indian Army conduct ‘Brahmastra Exercise’?
A. Punjab
B. Rajasthan ✅
C. Gujarat
D. Haryana
💡 The Brahmastra exercise was conducted by the Indian Army in Rajasthan to strengthen war readiness.
❓ Who became the youngest Indian to score 4000 runs in IPL?
A. Shubman Gill ✅
B. Rishabh Pant
C. Prithvi Shaw
D. KL Rahul
💡 Shubman Gill has become the youngest Indian player to score 4000 runs in the IPL.
❓ Where was the global wildlife institute ‘Namrata University’ launched?
A. Bhopal
B. Dehradun
C. Jaisalmer
D. Jamnagar ✅
💡 The world's first global wildlife institute has been launched in Jamnagar, Gujarat.
❓ Which anniversary of the Jallianwala Bagh massacre was observed on 13 April 2026?
A. 105th
B. 106th
C. 107th ✅
D. 108th
💡 The Jallianwala Bagh massacre occurred in 1919; 2026 marked its 107th anniversary.
❓ Who has been appointed as India’s new ambassador to Belgium and the European Union (EU)?
A. Ajay Bisaria
B. Sanjay Verma
C. Pranay Verma ✅
D. Vikram Doraiswami
💡 Pranay Verma has been appointed as India’s new ambassador to Belgium and the EU.
❓ In which state was ‘Advanced Agriculture Fair 2026’ organized to increase farmers' income?
A. Uttar Pradesh
B. Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh ✅
D. Haryana
💡 This fair was organized in Madhya Pradesh to promote modern technology and increase farmers' income.
❓ Where was the first edition of Indian Navy Commanders’ Conference 2026 held?
A. Mumbai
B. Kochi
C. Visakhapatnam
D. New Delhi ✅
💡 This important meeting of the Indian Navy was held in New Delhi to discuss strategic plans.
❓ Which medal did India’s Vishwanath Suresh win at Asian Boxing Championship 2026?
A. Gold ✅
B. Silver
C. Bronze
D. None
💡 Vishwanath Suresh won the gold medal with a brilliant performance.
❓ Who won the Monte Carlo Masters 2026 title?
A. Rafael Nadal
B. Novak Djokovic
C. Jannik Sinner ✅
D. Carlos Alcaraz
💡 Jannik Sinner won the Monte Carlo Masters 2026 title.
❓ Which medal did Ayush Shetty win at Badminton Asia Championship held in China?
A. Gold
B. Silver ✅
C. Bronze
D. None
💡 Ayush Shetty won the silver medal after a brilliant performance.
❓ Monte Carlo Masters 2026 held in France is related to which sport?
A. Cricket
B. Tennis ✅
C. Football
D. Hockey
💡 Monte Carlo Masters is a famous tennis tournament held every year.
❓ Where was ‘Dweep Shakti Exercise’ conducted to demonstrate India’s joint military preparedness?
A. Lakshadweep
B. Andaman & Nicobar ✅
C. Goa
D. Kutch
💡 This exercise was conducted in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands to showcase India’s joint military strength.
❓ Who has been appointed as the new Chief Minister of Bihar?
A. Nitish Kumar
B. Samrat Choudhary ✅
C. Tejashwi Yadav
D. Sushil Modi
💡 Samrat Choudhary has been appointed as the new CM of Bihar.
❓ Peter Meyer recently won the Prime Ministerial election of which country?
A. Poland
B. Hungary ✅
C. Czech Republic
D. Slovakia
💡 He won the PM election in Hungary.
❓ What was India’s retail inflation rate in March 2026?
A. 2.8%
B. 3.0%
C. 3.4% ✅
D. 4.2%
💡 According to NSO, retail inflation in March 2026 was 3.4%.
❓ Who received the Wisden Trophy in cricket?
A. Virat Kohli
B. Rohit Sharma
C. Shubman Gill ✅
D. Joe Root
💡 Shubman Gill was honored for his excellent performance.
❓ Who has been appointed as the brand ambassador of One8?
A. Alia Bhatt
B. Deepika Padukone
C. Smriti Mandhana ✅
D. Kangana Ranaut
💡 Smriti Mandhana has been appointed as the brand ambassador.
❓ From where was the ‘Samudra Sahas’ expedition launched?
A. Chennai
B. Mumbai ✅
C. Kochi
D. Visakhapatnam
💡 This expedition was flagged off from Mumbai.
❓ In which state is Malayalam New Year ‘Vishu’ celebrated?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka
C. Kerala ✅
D. Andhra Pradesh
💡 ‘Vishu’ is a major festival of Kerala.
❓ Which birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar was celebrated on 14 April 2026?
A. 130th
B. 132nd
C. 135th ✅
D. 140th
💡 2026 marked his 135th birth anniversary.
❓ Which country appointed Susan Coyle as its first female army chief?
A. Canada
B. Australia ✅
C. New Zealand
D. France
💡 Australia appointed her as its first female army chief.
❓ Which state has recently been declared Naxal-free?
A. Chhattisgarh
B. Jharkhand
C. Odisha
D. Telangana ✅
💡 Telangana has been declared Naxal-free.
❓ In which city is the Sansad Khel Mahakumbh being organized?
A. Patna
B. Varanasi
C. Lucknow ✅
D. Bhopal
💡 This event is being organized in Lucknow.
❓ Where did the Indian Army launch the border radio station?
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Sikkim ✅
C. Ladakh
D. Nagaland
💡 This station was launched in Sikkim.
❓ When is World Art Day celebrated?
A. 10 April
B. 12 April
C. 15 April ✅
D. 18 April
💡 World Art Day is celebrated every year on April 15.
❓ Who has recently been appointed as the Secretary General of FICCI?
A. Sanjiv Mehta
B. Anant Swarup ✅
C. Ajay Banga
D. Rajiv Kumar
💡 Anant Swarup has been appointed as the new Secretary General of FICCI.
❓ Which foundation day of Himachal Pradesh was celebrated on 15 April 2026?
A. 75th
B. 77th
C. 79th ✅
D. 80th
💡 The 79th Foundation Day of Himachal Pradesh was celebrated on April 15, 2026.
❓ Who won ICC Player of the Month (March 2026)?
A. Joe Root
B. Babar Azam
C. Sanju Samson ✅
D. Kane Williamson
💡 Sanju Samson won the ICC Player of the Month award for March 2026.
❓ What growth rate has International Monetary Fund projected for India in FY27?
A. 5.5%
B. 6.0%
C. 6.5% ✅
D. 7.0%
💡 IMF projected India's growth at 6.5%.
❓ Bohag Bihu festival belongs to which state?
A. Manipur
B. Assam ✅
C. Meghalaya
D. Tripura
💡 Bohag Bihu is a major festival of Assam.
❓ Who received the WWF National Fish Award?
A. Sunita Narain
B. Anita Chaudhary ✅
C. Vandana Shiva
D. Kiran Mazumdar
💡 Anita Chaudhary received this award from the World Wide Fund for Nature.
❓ India ranked which position in global patent filing (2025-26)?
A. 4th
B. 5th
C. 6th ✅
D. 7th
💡 India ranked 6th globally in patent filing.
❓ Who organized “Nari Shakti Yuva Sansad”?
A. Education Ministry
B. Ministry of Women and Child Development
C. Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports ✅
D. Home Ministry
💡 Organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports.
❓ Where was “Him Sarovar Project” launched?
A. Srinagar
B. Leh
C. Ladakh ✅
D. Manali
💡 Launched in Ladakh for water conservation.
❓ Biju Patnaik was former CM of which state?
A. Bihar
B. Jharkhand
C. Odisha ✅
D. West Bengal
💡 Biju Patnaik was the former CM of Odisha.
❓ When is World Voice Day celebrated?
A. 14 April
B. 15 April
C. 16 April ✅
D. 17 April
💡 Celebrated on April 16 every year.
❓ Viktor Axelsen is associated with which sport?
A. Tennis
B. Cricket
C. Badminton ✅
D. Hockey
💡 Viktor Axelsen is a famous badminton player.
❓ Where will ICC Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 be held?
A. India
B. Australia
C. England & Wales ✅
D. South Africa
💡 The tournament will be hosted in England & Wales.
❓ Where was India’s first semiconductor SEZ approved?
A. Noida
B. Dholera ✅
C. Pune
D. Chennai
💡 India’s first semiconductor SEZ approved in Dholera, Gujarat.
❓ Where was the first phase of Naval Commanders’ Conference 2026 held?
A. Mumbai
B. Visakhapatnam
C. New Delhi ✅
D. Kochi
💡 The first phase was held in New Delhi.
❓ Who won the Women’s Candidates Tournament 2026 held in Cyprus?
A. Koneru Humpy
B. R. Vaishali ✅
C. Harika Dronavalli
D. Divya Deshmukh
💡 Indian player R. Vaishali won the title.
❓ In which state did PM Narendra Modi inaugurate Shri Guru Bhairaveshwar Temple?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka ✅
C. Andhra Pradesh
D. Telangana
💡 The temple is located in Karnataka.
❓ Who was appointed Chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission?
A. Anil Kakodkar
B. Ajit Kumar Mohanty ✅
C. R. Chidambaram
D. K. N. Vyas
💡 Ajit Kumar Mohanty was appointed as chairman.
❓ Ismail Omar Guelleh is the President of which country?
A. Somalia
B. Eritrea
C. Djibouti ✅
D. Kenya
💡 He is the President of Djibouti.
❓ Where is Asia’s largest elevated wildlife corridor built?
A. China
B. India ✅
C. Thailand
D. Indonesia
💡 It is constructed in India.
❓ In which state was the ‘Sports Genomics Programme’ launched?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat ✅
C. Haryana
D. Punjab
💡 This program was launched in Gujarat.
❓ Which death anniversary of Dr. S. Radhakrishnan was observed on 17 April 2026?
A. 50th
B. 51st ✅
C. 52nd
D. 53rd
💡 It was his 51st death anniversary.
❓ When is World Hemophilia Day observed?
A. 15 April
B. 16 April
C. 17 April ✅
D. 18 April
💡 Observed on April 17 every year.
❓ Who became India’s top trading partner in FY 2026?
A. USA
B. China ✅
C. UAE
D. Saudi Arabia
💡 China became India’s top trading partner.
❓ Squadron Leader Manisha Padhi became the first woman ADC of which state?
A. Odisha
B. Mizoram ✅
C. Assam
D. Nagaland
💡 She became the first woman ADC to the Governor of Mizoram.
❓ Infosys appointed whom as its global brand ambassador?
A. Rafael Nadal
B. Roger Federer
C. Carlos Alcaraz ✅
D. Novak Djokovic
💡 Carlos Alcaraz was appointed as the global brand ambassador for Infosys.
❓ Which scheme was launched to support startups?
A. Startup Mission
B. Digital India Startup
C. Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 ✅
D. Make in India Fund
💡 This scheme provides financial support to startups.
❓ Who was named Leading Women Cricketer of the Year 2026 by Wisden?
A. Smriti Mandhana
B. Harmanpreet Kaur
C. Deepti Sharma ✅
D. Shafali Verma
💡 Deepti Sharma was given this honor for her outstanding performance.
❓ According to IMF, India's GDP rank in 2025 is?
A. 4th
B. 5th
C. 6th ✅
D. 7th
💡 According to the International Monetary Fund, India ranked 6th.
❓ Proposal to increase Lok Sabha seats from 543 to?
A. 550
B. 560
C. 575
D. 580 ✅
💡 Under the Delimitation Bill 2026, there is a proposal to increase seats to 580.
❓ From which city will IRCTC start Divya Dakshin Yatra train?
A. Chennai
B. Bengaluru
C. Visakhapatnam ✅
D. Hyderabad
💡 This journey will start from Visakhapatnam.
❓ GE Aerospace belongs to which country?
A. France
B. Germany
C. USA ✅
D. Japan
💡 GE Aerospace is an American aerospace company.
❓ INS Dhruv is what type of ship?
A. Warship
B. Submarine
C. Missile Tracking & Surveillance Ship ✅
D. Aircraft Carrier
💡 INS Dhruv is a special missile tracking and surveillance vessel.
❓ Where was Ayush Chintan Shivir 2026 inaugurated?
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi ✅
C. Lucknow
D. Bhopal
💡 This program was organized in New Delhi.
❓ Who received Harvard South Asian Person of the Year 2026?
A. Alia Bhatt
B. Priyanka Chopra
C. Sayani Gupta ✅
D. Deepika Padukone
💡 Sayani Gupta was given this honor.
❓ Where was the first high-level CAPF conference held?
A. Jaipur
B. New Delhi ✅
C. Pune
D. Chandigarh
💡 This conference was organized in New Delhi.
❓ When is World Heritage Day celebrated?
A. 15 April
B. 18 April ✅
C. 20 April
D. 22 April
💡 World Heritage Day is celebrated every year on April 18.
❓ In May 2026, BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting will be held in which country?
A. China
B. Russia
C. India ✅
D. Brazil
💡 The BRICS meeting is scheduled to be hosted by India in 2026.
❓ Which Indian actor is included in TIME 100 Most Influential People 2026?
A. Ranbir Kapoor ✅
B. Shah Rukh Khan
C. Ranveer Singh
D. Aamir Khan
💡 Ranbir Kapoor was featured in the TIME 100 list of 2026.
❓ Who won gold for India in European Girls' Mathematical Olympiad 2026?
A. Neha Agarwal
B. Shreya Shandilya
C. Shreya Shantu Mudhonda ✅
D. Riya Gupta
💡 Shreya Shantu Mudhonda secured the gold medal for India.
❓ Who became the first MP to be appointed Deputy Chairman of Rajya Sabha for the third time?
A. Jagdeep Dhankhar
B. Harivansh Narayan Singh ✅
C. Venkaiah Naidu
D. Piyush Goyal
💡 He became the first to serve as Deputy Chairman for the third time.
❓ Yana Caves in which state were declared a geo-heritage site of national importance?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Kerala
C. Karnataka ✅
D. Maharashtra
💡 Yana Caves in Karnataka were declared a geo-heritage site.
❓ ‘Project Sanjeevani’ for integrated trauma care on highways was launched in which state?
A. Maharashtra
B. Gujarat
C. Telangana ✅
D. Uttar Pradesh
💡 This project aims to provide quick trauma care on highways in Telangana.
❓ What medal did India win in Mixed Team Pistol event at ISSF World Cup 2026 Granada?
A. Silver
B. Bronze
C. Gold ✅
D. None
💡 The Indian team secured the gold medal in this event.
❓ Which bank launched ‘Utkarsh 2029’ strategy?
A. SBI
B. RBI ✅
C. PNB
D. HDFC
💡 RBI launched this medium-term strategy.
❓ Remundo Wadjani was elected President of which country?
A. Ghana
B. Benin ✅
C. Kenya
D. Nigeria
💡 He became the President of Benin.
❓ Who was selected as Young Global Leader 2026 by World Economic Forum?
A. Nandan Nilekani
B. Jay Shah ✅
C. Sundar Pichai
D. Gautam Adani
💡 Jay Shah was recognized as Young Global Leader 2026.
❓ Which birth anniversary of Chandrashekhar was observed on 17 April 2026?
A. 95th
B. 97th
C. 99th ✅
D. 100th
💡 It was the 99th birth anniversary of former Prime Minister Chandrashekhar.
❓ When is World Liver Day observed?
A. 18 April
B. 19 April ✅
C. 20 April
D. 21 April
💡 World Liver Day is observed on April 19 every year.
❓ Which organization received two Heroes-Hickhouse Excellence Awards in 2026?
(A) Hindu American Foundation ✅
(B) Sewa International
(C) ISKCON
(D) Global Hindu Heritage
💡 **Explanation:** RCC awarded two Excellence Awards to HAF for its contributions.
❓ What DA hike was approved from Jan 1, 2026?
(A) 3 percent
(B) 4 percent ✅
(C) 2 percent
(D) 5 percent
💡 **Explanation:** The government approved a 4% increase in DA/DR.
❓ Who won U-19 Girls Singles title in 2026?
(A) Suhana Saini
(B) Cinderella Das ✅
(C) Avani Tripathi
(D) Manya Reddy
💡 **Explanation:** Cinderella Das won the title.
❓ Who became the second-fastest to score 1000 runs in IPL?
(A) Suryakumar Yadav
(B) Jos Buttler
(C) Tim David ✅
(D) Cameron Green
💡 **Explanation:** Tim David became the second-fastest player to reach this milestone.
❓ Which federation introduced DNA & SRY testing for athletes?
(A) Sports Authority of India (SAI)
(B) Athletics Federation of India (AFI) ✅
(C) Indian Olympic Association (IOA)
(D) NITI Aayog
💡 **Explanation:** AFI introduced testing to ensure fairness.
❓ Who won Miss Sake India 2026?
(A) Nishita Yogesh Antarkar ✅
(B) Aditi Sharma
(C) Priya Singh
(D) —
💡 **Explanation:** Nishita Yogesh Antarkar won the title.
❓ Where was Miss Sake India 2026 held?
(A) New Delhi
(B) Mumbai
(C) Bengaluru ✅
(D) Jaipur
💡 **Explanation:** The event was held in Bengaluru.
❓ AICTE launched the 3rd edition of which scheme?
(A) AICTE-Bhasha
(B) AICTE-Gyan
(C) AICTE-VAANI ✅
(D) AICTE-SAMPARK
💡 **Explanation:** AICTE promotes Indian languages through the VAANI scheme.
❓ Kulsi River is a tributary of which river?
(A) Ganga
(B) Yamuna
(C) Brahmaputra ✅
(D) Godavari
💡 **Explanation:** Kulsi is a tributary of the Brahmaputra.
❓ When is UN Chinese Language Day celebrated?
A. 18 April
B. 19 April
C. 20 April ✅
D. 21 April
💡 **Explanation:** Observed on 20 April to promote Chinese language and culture.
❓ India recently implemented a rail agreement with which country?
A. China
B. Russia ✅
C. Bangladesh
D. Nepal
💡 **Explanation:** India and Russia implemented a rail agreement to enhance transport and logistics.
❓ What was launched to promote Indian weaving globally?
A. Bharat Tex
B. Vishva Sutra ✅
C. Handloom India
D. Textile Mission
💡 **Explanation:** The Ministry of Textiles launched "Vishva Sutra".
❓ Oscar Schmidt was related to which sport?
A. Football
B. Basketball ✅
C. Tennis
D. Hockey
💡 **Explanation:** He was a legendary Brazilian basketball player.
❓ India’s first advanced 3D semiconductor packaging unit started in which state?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka
C. Odisha ✅
D. Gujarat
💡 **Explanation:** The unit was launched in Odisha to boost the semiconductor sector.
❓ Dinesh Trivedi was appointed India’s High Commissioner to which country?
A. Sri Lanka
B. Bangladesh ✅
C. Nepal
D. UK
💡 **Explanation:** He was appointed as the High Commissioner to Bangladesh.
❓ Who received the MS Swaminathan Award 2026?
A. Dr. Ramesh Chand
B. Dr. C.H. Srinivasa Rao ✅
C. Dr. Swapan Datta
D. Dr. MS Swaminathan
💡 **Explanation:** Awarded for outstanding contributions in agriculture.
❓ India’s first petroglyph conservation park was started in which state?
A. Assam
B. Tripura ✅
C. Rajasthan
D. MP
💡 **Explanation:** The first park was established in Tripura.
❓ Who won Miss India World 2026?
A. Ananya Singh
B. Sadhvi Satish Sel ✅
C. Meera Nair
D. Riya Sharma
💡 **Explanation:** Sadhvi Satish Sel won the title.
❓ Who launched the ‘Water Forward’ initiative?
A. UN
B. World Bank ✅
C. IMF
D. NITI Aayog
💡 **Explanation:** The World Bank launched it for water security.
❓ Where did the ‘Cheetah Movement’ start against Ken-Betwa project?
A. Rajasthan
B. MP ✅
C. UP
D. Chhattisgarh
💡 **Explanation:** The movement began in Madhya Pradesh.
❓ Who received WWF National Award 2026?
A. Ramesh Singh
B. Anil Gupta
C. M Aleem Yusuf ✅
D. Sunita Narain
💡 **Explanation:** Honored for contributions to botany.
❓ When is World Earth Day celebrated?
A. 20 April
B. 21 April
C. 22 April ✅
D. 23 April
💡 **Explanation:** Observed to raise awareness about environmental protection.
❓ ISSF Junior World Cup 2026 started at which place?
A. Paris
B. Cairo ✅
C. Tokyo
D. Delhi
💡 **Explanation:** The event was held in Cairo, Egypt.
❓ Where is Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary located?
A. Agra
B. Aligarh ✅
C. Lucknow
D. Kanpur
💡 **Explanation:** Located in Aligarh, UP; declared India's 99th Ramser site.
❓ Nandela Bhaskar Rao was former CM of which state?
A. Tamil Nadu
B. Karnataka
C. Andhra Pradesh ✅
D. Telangana
💡 **Explanation:** He was the former Chief Minister of Andhra Pradesh.
❓ How many women received Goldman Environmental Prize 2026?
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6 ✅
D. 7
💡 **Explanation:** A total of 6 women received this prestigious award in 2026.
❓ Which country passed law for smoke-free generation?
A. France
B. England ✅
C. Germany
D. Canada
💡 **Explanation:** England passed the law to stop smoking among youth.
❓ R-37M missile is developed by which country?
A. USA
B. China
C. Russia ✅
D. France
💡 **Explanation:** A long-range air-to-air missile developed by Russia.
❓ Where was new snake species “Calamaria gorgonensis” discovered?
A. Assam
B. Nagaland
C. Meghalaya ✅
D. Manipur
💡 **Explanation:** The new species was discovered in Meghalaya.
❓ Which country lifted ban on export of lethal weapons?
A. South Korea
B. Japan ✅
C. Italy
D. Australia
💡 **Explanation:** Japan changed its defense policy to lift the ban.
❓ Desmond Morris was a famous zoologist of which country?
A. USA
B. Australia
C. England ✅
D. Canada
💡 **Explanation:** He was a world-famous zoologist from Britain.
❓ Who received ‘Global Green Icon’ award?
A. Sundar Pichai
B. Santosh Kumar ✅
C. Mukesh Ambani
D. Ratan Tata
💡 **Explanation:** Santosh Kumar was honored at a climate conference in the UK.
❓ Who became India’s 95th Chess Grandmaster?
A. R Praggnanandhaa
B. D Gukesh
C. Arjun Erigaisi
D. Aronyak Ghosh ✅
💡 **Explanation:** Aronyak Ghosh achieved the title of 95th Grandmaster.
❓ Who was appointed as new CEO of Apple?
A. Tim Cook
B. John Ternus ✅
C. Elon Musk
D. Satya Nadella
💡 **Explanation:** John Ternus was appointed as the new CEO.
❓ When is English Language Day celebrated?
A. 21 March
B. 15 April
C. 23 April ✅
D. 5 June
💡 **Explanation:** Celebrated on the birth anniversary of William Shakespeare.
❓ Which company signed a ₹975 crore deal with the Ministry of Defence for trawl assemblies?
(A) BEL
(B) Tata Advanced Systems ✅
(C) BEML
(D) HAL
💡 **Explanation:** Tata Advanced Systems will supply mine-clearing systems for T-72/T-90 tanks.
❓ What is the indigenous satellite imaging system developed by DRDO?
(A) Prajna
(B) Drishti ✅
(C) Nayan
(D) Shakti
💡 **Explanation:** "Drishti" strengthens surveillance and internal security.
❓ In which country will the 2026 World Athletics Relays be held?
(A) Kenya
(B) Jamaica
(C) Botswana ✅
(D) South Africa
💡 **Explanation:** Botswana will host the 2026 World Athletics Relays.
❓ Real Madrid defeated which team to win the UEFA Youth League?
(A) Club Brugge
(B) AC Milan
(C) Benfica ✅
(D) Porto
💡 **Explanation:** Real Madrid won by defeating Benfica in the final.
❓ By which year is the target set to eliminate legacy waste under Swachh Bharat Mission?
(A) 2025
(B) 2026
(C) 2027 ✅
(D) 2030
💡 **Explanation:** The government aims to clear legacy waste by 2027.
❓ In which district of Uttar Pradesh is Shekha Lake Bird Sanctuary located?
(A) Mathura
(B) Aligarh ✅
(C) Agra
(D) Kanpur
💡 **Explanation:** Located in Aligarh, it is the 99th Ramsar site of India.
❓ According to the UN report, what is India’s projected GDP growth rate for 2026?
(A) 6.2%
(B) 6.8%
(C) 6.4% ✅
(D) 6.0%
💡 **Explanation:** The UN projects India's growth at 6.4% for 2026.
❓ Which wildlife sanctuary in Uttar Pradesh is being prepared for Eco-Sensitive Zone status?
(A) Dudhwa
(B) Katarniaghat ✅
(C) Barasingha
(D) Hastinapur
💡 **Explanation:** The process is underway for Katarniaghat Wildlife Sanctuary.
❓ Which country recently passed a law to restrict social media access for children under 15?
A. France
B. Türkiye ✅
C. Germany
D. Japan
💡 **Explanation:** Türkiye passed this law to enhance online safety for children.
❓ Where will SAFF Women’s Championship 2026 be held?
A. Kerala
B. Goa ✅
C. Maharashtra
D. Karnataka
💡 **Explanation:** The tournament will be hosted in Goa, India.
❓ Who has been recently appointed as the new Chairman of NASSCOM?
A. Rajesh Gopinathan
B. Srikanth Velamakanni ✅
C. Salil Parekh
D. CP Gurnani
💡 **Explanation:** Srikanth Velamakanni (Co-founder, Fractal) is the new Chairman.
❓ Who launched India’s first Unified Agricultural Intelligence Ecosystem?
A. ICAR
B. NITI Aayog
C. IIT Ropar ✅
D. DRDO
💡 **Explanation:** IIT Ropar developed this AI-based agricultural system.
❓ A new plant species ‘Strobilanthes arunachalensis’ was discovered in which state?
A. Assam
B. Meghalaya
C. Arunachal Pradesh ✅
D. Sikkim
💡 **Explanation:** Discovered in the biodiversity-rich Arunachal Pradesh.
❓ Where was India’s first alkaline battery unit started?
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. Jammu ✅
D. Tamil Nadu
💡 **Explanation:** This unit boosts domestic battery manufacturing.
❓ Which country built the world’s first permanent nuclear waste repository?
A. Sweden
B. USA
C. Finland ✅
D. Russia
💡 **Explanation:** Finland’s Onkalo repository is the first of its kind.
❓ Which Indian was recently honored with the US Hall of Fame award?
A. Sundar Pichai
B. Satya Nadella
C. Upendra Trivedi ✅
D. Ratan Tata
💡 **Explanation:** Honored for his significant contributions.
❓ Justice Lisa Gill became the first woman Chief Justice of which High Court?
A. Punjab & Haryana
B. Delhi
C. Andhra Pradesh ✅
D. Rajasthan
💡 **Explanation:** She became the first woman CJ of Andhra Pradesh HC.
❓ Which is the first fintech company to join RBI’s centralized payment system?
A. PhonePe
B. Razorpay
C. Paytm
D. Pay Point India ✅
💡 **Explanation:** Pay Point India is the first fintech to join the system.
❓ Where was India International Water Week (IIWW-2026) inaugurated?
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi ✅
C. Bhopal
D. Jaipur
💡 **Explanation:** The event focuses on global water management.
❓ India signed a data pact for AI smart cities with which country?
A. USA
B. Japan ✅
C. France
D. South Korea
💡 **Explanation:** The pact enhances smart city development through AI.
❓ When is World Malaria Day observed every year?
A. 7 April
B. 22 April
C. 25 April ✅
D. 1 मई / 1 May
💡 **Explanation:** Observed globally on 25 April.
❓ Who became the first player to hit 800 boundaries in IPL history?
A. Rohit Sharma
B. Virat Kohli ✅
C. David Warner
D. Shikhar Dhawan
💡 **Explanation:** Virat Kohli achieved this milestone in 2026.
❓ Who has been appointed as Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog?
A. Rajiv Kumar
B. Amitabh Kant
C. Ashok Lahiri ✅
D. Arvind Panagariya
💡 **Explanation:** Ashok Lahiri was appointed to the role.
❓ Where will the SCO Defence Ministers' meeting be held in April 2026?
A. New Delhi
B. Tashkent
C. Bishkek ✅
D. Beijing
💡 **Explanation:** The meeting will be held in Bishkek, Kyrgyzstan.
❓ Who approved the first malaria drug for newborns?
A. ICMR
B. UNICEF
C. World Health Organization ✅
D. World Bank
💡 **Explanation:** WHO approved the first malaria drug specifically for newborns.
❓ Who won the 4th GEM Award in Vienna?
A. Delhi Municipal Corporation
B. Mumbai Municipal Corporation
C. Indore Municipal Corporation ✅
D. Lucknow Municipal Corporation
💡 **Explanation:** Indore was awarded for excellence in gender equality.
❓ Who was Oscar winner Dean Tavoularis?
A. Actor
B. Director
C. Production Designer ✅
D. Composer
💡 **Explanation:** He was a renowned production designer.
❓ Who wrote “The Curious and the Classified”?
A. Chetan Bhagat
B. Manoj Mukund Naravane ✅
C. Amish Tripathi
D. Khushwant Singh
💡 **Explanation:** Authored by the former Army Chief.
❓ Where will the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit be held?
A. Mumbai
B. New Delhi ✅
C. Nairobi
D. Johannesburg
💡 **Explanation:** The summit will take place in New Delhi.
❓ In which state was the CM Inspire Scheme launched?
A. Assam
B. Bihar
C. Meghalaya ✅
D. Odisha
💡 **Explanation:** Launched by Meghalaya for UPSC candidates.
❓ IN-SLN DivEx 2026 was conducted between India and which country?
A. Maldives
B. Bangladesh
C. Sri Lanka ✅
D. Nepal
💡 **Explanation:** A naval diving exercise between India and Sri Lanka.
❓ In which state was India’s first anode material plant launched?
A. Gujarat
B. Maharashtra
C. West Bengal ✅
D. Tamil Nadu
💡 **Explanation:** Launched in West Bengal for lithium-ion battery production.
❓ Who inaugurated India’s first UNESCO Chair on Gender Inclusion & Skill Development?
A. Narendra Modi
B. Dharmendra Pradhan
C. Jayant Chaudhary ✅
D. Smriti Irani
💡 **Explanation:** Promotes gender equality in skill development.
❓ India recently signed an FTA with which country?
A. Australia
B. Japan
C. New Zealand ✅
D. Canada
💡 **Explanation:** The FTA aims to boost trade and economic cooperation.
❓ Who was ‘Khu Rai’ who passed away at the age of 83?
A. Writer
B. Actor
C. Photographer ✅
D. Scientist
💡 **Explanation:** A renowned photographer known for cultural documentation.
❓ Where will the 2027 World Para Athletics Championships be held?
A. Beijing
B. Tashkent ✅
C. Tokyo
D. Paris
💡 **Explanation:** Tashkent, Uzbekistan will host the 13th edition.
❓ Where was the ‘Aditya’ bullet train manufacturing plant inaugurated?
A. Chennai
B. Mumbai
C. Bengaluru ✅
D. Hyderabad
💡 **Explanation:** Strengthens high-speed rail infrastructure in India.
❓ Who became the first athlete to complete a marathon in under 2 hours?
A. Eliud Kipchoge
B. Sebastian Sawe ✅
C. Mo Farah
D. Usain Bolt
💡 **Explanation:** He set a historic benchmark in athletics.
❓ Thomas & Uber Cup 2026 opened in which country?
A. China
B. Denmark ✅
C. Indonesia
D. Malaysia
💡 **Explanation:** Prestigious badminton tournament held in Denmark.
❓ Who was appointed Lokpal of Bihar Cricket Association?
A. Dipak Misra
B. Harshvardhan
C. Harikesh Rai ✅
D. Ashok Gehlot
💡 **Explanation:** Ensures transparency and fairness in the association.
❓ According to Global Report 2026, how many people face severe food insecurity?
A. 20 crore
B. 22 crore
C. 26.6 crore ✅
D. 30 crore
💡 **Explanation:** Highlights the severity of the global hunger crisis.
❓ Who were appointed brand ambassadors of MSRTC?
A. Akshay Kumar
B. Aamir Khan
C. Riteish Deshmukh & Genelia Deshmukh ✅
D. Salman Khan
💡 **Explanation:** Both actors will promote the state transport brand.
❓ When is World Day for Safety and Health at Work observed?
A. 1 May
B. 7 April
C. 28 April ✅
D. 5 June
💡 **Explanation:** Promotes workplace safety and health awareness.
❓ By which year India aims to achieve 60% non-fossil fuel power capacity?
A. 2030
B. 2032
C. 2035 ✅
D. 2040
💡 **Explanation:** Target set as part of clean energy goals.
❓ India ranks what position in global defense spending?
A. 3rd
B. 4th
C. 5th ✅
D. 6th
💡 **Explanation:** India is the 5th largest defense spender globally.
❓ Gurbux Singh Grewal was associated with which sport?
A. Cricket
B. Hockey ✅
C. Football
D. Wrestling
💡 **Explanation:** Noted hockey player and Olympic medalist.
❓ Who received Business Reformer of the Year 2025 award?
A. Yogi Adityanath
B. M. K. Stalin
C. N. Chandrababu Naidu ✅
D. K. Chandrasekhar Rao
💡 **Explanation:** Andhra Pradesh CM was honored for business reforms.
❓ Who will launch the Roman Space Telescope?
A. ISRO
B. ESA
C. NASA ✅
D. JAXA
💡 **Explanation:** NASA will launch it to study dark energy and exoplanets.
❓ Which country topped ISSF Junior World Cup 2026?
A. China
B. USA
C. India ✅
D. Russia
💡 **Explanation:** India secured the top position with strong shooting performance.
❓ Who received ‘Anchors of Science’ award?
A. Raghunath Mashelkar
B. Atanu Nath ✅
C. C. N. R. Rao
D. K. Vijay Raghavan
💡 **Explanation:** Honored for significant contributions to science.
❓ Which university ranked 1st in THE Asia Rankings 2026?
A. Tokyo University
B. Peking University
C. Tsinghua University ✅
D. NUS
💡 **Explanation:** China’s Tsinghua University secured the top rank.
❓ Who became the first CEO of Delhi Metro International?
A. Mangu Singh
B. Vikas Kumar
C. Sanjay Jamuar ✅
D. R. K. Singh
💡 **Explanation:** Sanjay Jamuar was appointed to lead the international division.
❓ Which state launched ₹13,000 crore Mushroom Mission?
A. Bihar
B. Odisha
C. Andhra Pradesh ✅
D. Jharkhand
💡 **Explanation:** Launched by Andhra Pradesh to boost agriculture.
❓ Virat Kohli became which player to score 9000 IPL runs?
A. First ✅
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
💡 **Explanation:** He is the first player in IPL history to reach 9000 runs.
❓ When is International Dance Day celebrated?
A. 27 April
B. 28 April
C. 29 April ✅ggg
D. 30 April
💡 **Explanation:** Celebrated annually on 29 April.
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