Stay Tuned with Daily Current Affairs Newspaper Quiz for UPSC 2026
Question 1
Environment | Agriculture | Medium | Live Mint
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Consider the following statements:
- India is the largest exporter of rice in the world.
- Higher the MRL residue lower is the rate of rejection.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) Both 1 and 2
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) 1 only
Detailed Explanation
- India is the leading producer and exporter of rice in the world accounting for 40% exports globally.
- MRL stands for the residue of the pesticides and veterinary drugs which have uses in agriculture. Higher the residue, higher will be the rate of rejection.
Question 2
Science and technology | Basic Science | Medium | Live Mint
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Consider the following pairs:
Thulium – Microwaves
Terbium – LCDs
Europium – Optical Computer Memories
How many pairs are correctly matched:
A) Only one
B) Only two
C) All three
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) Only one
Detailed Explanation
Question 3
Science and Technology | Basic Science | Easy | Live Mint
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Which of the following is not a use of nuclear energy?
A) Therapy
B) Tracers
C) Hydrogen Production
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) None of the above
Detailed Explanation
- Radioactive tracers are used to visualize organs and detect abnormalities.
- Radiation therapy is used to target and destroy cancer cells.
- Electrolysis is a promising option for carbon-free hydrogen production from renewable and nuclear resources. Electrolysis is the process of using electricity to split water into hydrogen and oxygen. This reaction takes place in a unit called an electrolyser.
Question 4
Economy | Banking | Easy | Live Mint
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Consider the following:
- Higher the Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR), less the supply of money in the market.
- Less supply of money in the market means a high rate of interests for loans.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) Both 1 and 2
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (C) Both 1 and 2
Detailed Explanation
- In VRRR, banks deposit surplus funds with RBI through auctions. The interest rate is again determined by competitive bidding, usually close to or above the reverse repo rate. RBI also uses the Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system.
- Less supply of money in the market will lead to higher rates of interests for taking up loans. Loans will be expensive to take.
Question 5
Geography | Places in News | Easy | Live Mint
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Which of the following water bodies does not lie around Japan?
A) Yellow Sea
B) Aral Sea
C) Pacific Ocean
D) Philippine Sea
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (B) Aral Sea
Detailed Explanation
Question 6
Environment | Climate Change | Difficult | Indian Express
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Consider the following pairs: (Paris Convention and articles)
Article 4.3 – New and additional financial resources
Article 9.1 – Financial Aid by the developed nations
Article 9.3 – Mobilising Climate finance
How many pairs are correctly matched:
A) Only one
B) Only two
C) All three
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (C) All three
Detailed Explanation
- The Paris Agreement was signed in 1970 according to which the nations pledged to reduce the earth’s temperature by 1.5-degree Celsius pre-industrial levels by 2070.
- It urges the developed nations to support the developing and under-developed nations in achieving the set goals thereby achieving sustainability.
- Article 4.3 – New and additional financial resources
- Article 9.1 – Financial Aid by the developed nations
- Article 9.3 – Mobilising Climate finance
Question 7
Environment | Climate Change | Easy | Indian Express
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Consider the following pairs: (SDG and Number)
SDG 3 – Decent work and Economic Growth
SDG 8 – Sustainable Cities and Communities
SDG 11 – Good Health and well being
How many pairs are correctly matched:
A) Only one
B) Only two
C) All three
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (D) None of the above
Detailed Explanation
Question 8
Geography | Places in News | Easy | The Hindu
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Which of the following water bodies does not lie around Aegean Islands?
A) Adriatic Sea
B) Ionian Sea
C) Crete Sea
D) Mediterranean Sea
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) Adriatic Sea
Detailed Explanation
Question 9
Science and Technology | Defence | Medium | The Hindu
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Consider the following:
1. The B-2s are service intensive.
2. The B-2s can be easily detected but not attacked due to their high speeds.
Which of the statements above is or are correct?
A) 1 only
B) 2 only
C) Both 1 and 2
D) None of the above
Solution & Detailed Explanation
Answer: (A) 1 only
Detailed Explanation
- The B-2s are extremely maintenance intensive. According to a detailed account in The Atlantic on the B-2s employed in Libya in 2018, 100 hours of maintenance were required for every hour of flight. This is mainly because the advantage of stealth is B-2’s edge, and it is achieved by design and radar-absorbing materials. To maintain them, the aircraft needs temperature controlled hangers to protect against changes in temperature, humidity, and dust.
- The B-2 has always inspired awe with its bat-like shape. It is a dual capable multi-role heavy bomber, powered by four engines. The B-2’s low observability is derived from a combination of reduced infrared, acoustic, electromagnetic, visual and radar signatures. These signatures make it difficult for sophisticated defensive systems to detect, track and engage the B-2.
