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Practice 23-july-2026 with 15 free MCQ questions covering current-affairs. Detailed explanations in English and Hindi, perfect for UPSC, SSC, and competitive exam preparation.
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Q1.India became the 123rd member to ratify which WTO agreement on 20 July 2026?
Explanation: The agreement bans subsidies that contribute to illegal, unreported and unregulated (IUU) fishing and overfishing of already-depleted stocks, to protect global marine resources.
Q2.The 16th India-Japan Annual Summit (1-3 July 2026) was the first visit to India by which Japanese leader since taking office?
Explanation: The summit focused on economic security, resilient supply chains, semiconductors, critical technologies, infrastructure and defence cooperation between the two countries.
Q3.India assumed the Vice-Presidency of which body, expanding its role in international financial governance?
Explanation: FATF sets global standards to combat money laundering and terrorist financing; India also chairs BRICS in 2026, steering preparations for the leaders' summit in New Delhi.
Q4.India's first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft prototype, unveiled on 21 July 2026, was developed by:
Explanation: eVTOL aircraft are seen as a key technology for future urban air mobility, offering short-hop air travel without needing a runway.
Q5.The Communication Technology Task Force proposed on 10 July 2026 is meant to coordinate India's R&D in 6G, AI-native networks and:
Explanation: The task force proposal came out of the government's Technology Advisory Group deliberations aimed at accelerating India's telecom technology self-reliance.
Q6.BHASHINI, which added open-source Sarvam AI models in 2026, is a national platform focused on:
Explanation: BHASHINI is India's national language technology mission, aiming to make digital services accessible in Indian languages using AI-driven translation and speech tools.
Q7.The Defence Acquisition Council's ₹52,000 crore clearance on 3 July 2026 included which anti-drone electronic warfare system for the Army?
Explanation: The Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) is India's apex body for approving major defence capital procurement, chaired by the Defence Minister.
Q8.NSTL Visakhapatnam's 'Naval Stealth — Beyond 2030' workshop (20-21 July 2026) resulted in technology transfer to which organisation?
Explanation: NSTL is a DRDO laboratory focused on naval systems; the technology transferred helps suppress the infrared signature of naval gas turbines, reducing detectability.
Q9.Paras Semiconductors, which signed an MoU with the MP State Electronics Development Corporation on 22 July 2026, is a subsidiary of:
Explanation: The MoU aims to strengthen semiconductor manufacturing capacity in Madhya Pradesh, part of India's broader push for domestic chip self-reliance.
Q10.In Budget 2026-27, how much was allocated for the Integrated Development of Wildlife Habitats under the Environment Ministry?
Explanation: The Ministry's total allocation of ₹3,759 crore also includes ₹1,308 crore for the Control of Pollution Scheme and ₹651 crore for Environment, Forestry and Wildlife.
Q11.Around 50 spotted deer were translocated from Sasan Gir to Mandvi Forest Range in which state, to strengthen the carnivore prey base?
Explanation: Sasan Gir is the only natural habitat of the Asiatic lion; translocating prey species like spotted deer to nearby forest ranges helps support carnivore populations across a wider landscape.
Q12.'Peacko', the official mascot of the 2026 BWF World Championships to be hosted by New Delhi, is inspired by which bird?
Explanation: The mascot's design incorporates a shuttlecock-themed skirt, tying the Indian national bird to the sport of badminton for the championships running 17-23 August 2026.
Q13.The 2026 Commonwealth Games, running 23 July to 2 August, are being hosted by which city?
Explanation: The Athletics Federation of India's 32-member squad for the Games includes javelin star Neeraj Chopra on a provisional basis.
Q14.By winning the FIH Nations Cup 2026, the Indian Women's Hockey team earned promotion to which league?
Explanation: The FIH Pro League is the top annual international hockey competition, featuring the world's leading national teams in a home-and-away format.
Q15.Shabdalok, India's first immersive language museum inaugurated on 19 July 2026, is located at which institution's campus?
Explanation: Shabdalok, meaning 'Museum of Words', showcases the diversity of Indian languages and scripts through immersive exhibits.
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