Current Affairs Quiz - August, 2026

[1]. Several States in India are witnessing a rise in H1N1 cases and other respiratory infections. H1N1 is a subtype of which of the following?

[A]. Influenza A virus

[B]. Influenza B virus

[C]. Coronavirus

[D]. Adenovirus

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[2]. Rosy starlings have recently been observed in large flocks over the Sabarmati River in Ahmedabad, displaying spectacular “murmurations”. What has a recent study found about these murmurations?

[A]. They are caused by changes in the river’s water temperature.

[B]. They occur only when the birds are searching for food on the ground.

[C]. Their shape and size are influenced by the presence and proximity of predators.

[D]. They are formed only during the breeding season in Gujarat.

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[3]. The Madras High Court recently declared the Thamirabarani (Porunai) River a “legal person” to protect it from pollution and waste dumping. On what basis was the river granted legal personhood?

[A]. Its status as a Hindu deity

[B]. Its recognition under international environmental law

[C]. Its declaration as a Ramsar wetland

[D]. Its status as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

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[4]. The Department of Atomic Energy recently released the draft SHANTI Rules and Regulations, 2026. In this context, consider the following statements:

The proposed framework allows private entities to apply for nuclear licences, subject to prescribed conditions.
It proposes a single composite licence covering construction, ownership, operation and decommissioning of nuclear installations.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 only

[B]. 2 only

[C]. Both 1 and 2

[D]. Neither 1 nor 2

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[5]. The PM CARES Fund recently released its audited statements for FY 2023-24 and FY 2024-25. Consider the following statements about the PM CARES Fund:

It was established in March 2020 as a public charitable trust.
It was created primarily to provide assistance and relief during emergencies such as pandemics and natural disasters.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 only

[B]. 2 only

[C]. Both 1 and 2

[D]. Neither 1 nor 2

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[6]. The Supreme Court recently directed Karnataka to comply with the directions of the Cauvery Water Management Authority (CWMA) regarding water release to Tamil Nadu. The Cauvery River is shared by which of the following States/Union Territory?

[A]. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Kerala and Puducherry

[B]. Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala and Puducherry

[C]. Tamil Nadu, Telangana, Kerala and Puducherry

[D]. Karnataka, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Telangana

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[7]. Chennai-based semiconductor startup Aheesa Digital Innovations recently developed ‘VIHAAN’. What is VIHAAN?

[A]. A broadband networking System-on-Chip (SoC)

[B]. A satellite navigation system

[C]. A quantum computer

[D]. A battery storage system

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[8]. The Central Electricity Authority recently notified the Central Electricity Authority (Cyber Security in Power Sector) Regulations, 2026. What is the main objective of these regulations?

[A]. To strengthen cybersecurity in India’s power sector

[B]. To increase electricity tariffs across States

[C]. To promote private ownership of power plants

[D]. To reduce electricity consumption in rural areas

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[9]. The Parliament recently passed the National Cooperative Development Corporation (Amendment) Bill, 2026, which seeks to expand the mandate and financing powers of NCDC. In this context, consider the following statements:

The Bill allows NCDC to provide direct loans and grants to a wider range of cooperative societies and entities.
The Bill allows NCDC to invest in cooperative societies without prior approval from the Central Government.
The Bill expands the definition of “foodstuffs” to include processed food.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 and 2 only

[B]. 2 and 3 only

[C]. 1 and 3 only

[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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[10]. The controversy over the Bar Council of India’s (BCI) directive concerning the enrolment of NALSAR’s 2026 batch has raised questions about the powers of the BCI. In this context, consider the following statements:

State Bar Councils have the power to admit persons as advocates on their rolls.
The Bar Council of India is established under Section 4 of the Advocates Act, 1961.
The BCI can exercise disciplinary jurisdiction only over persons already enrolled as advocates.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 and 2 only

[B]. 2 and 3 only

[C]. 1 and 3 only

[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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[11]. A total solar eclipse was visible in several parts of the world on 12 August 2026. What causes a total solar eclipse?

[A]. The Moon comes between the Sun and Earth and completely blocks sunlight.

[B]. The Earth comes between the Sun and Moon and blocks sunlight.

[C]. The Sun comes between the Earth and Moon.

[D]. The Moon moves behind the Earth and reflects sunlight.

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[12]. Maharashtra recently witnessed several small earthquakes, with seismologists describing the pattern as an “earthquake swarm.” What is an earthquake swarm?

[A]. A group of earthquakes caused only by volcanic activity

[B]. A single earthquake followed by strong aftershocks

[C]. A series of earthquakes without a clear mainshock

[D]. A series of earthquakes occurring only at great depths

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[13]. Which of the following statements is correct with respect to the Black-necked Crane that recently made news in Ladakh?

[A]. It is mainly a desert bird.

[B]. It is found only in South India.

[C]. It is classified as Critically Endangered.

[D]. It is the State Bird of Ladakh.

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[14]. With reference to “Shakti Ki Saptadhara”, highlighted by the Prime Minister in his Independence Day address on August 15, 2026, consider the following statements:

It identifies seven strategic streams of India’s growth and national strength.
It includes manufacturing, agriculture, technology, defence, and the green and blue economy.
It focuses only on economic development and does not include cultural or soft-power elements.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 and 2 only

[B]. 2 and 3 only

[C]. 1 and 3 only

[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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[15]. The National Biodiversity Authority recently released ₹15.52 crore in Access and Benefit Sharing (ABS) proceeds from mustard genetic resources. The funds were collected for the development of commercial hybrid mustard varieties. What does ABS refer to in this context?

[A]. Sharing benefits from the use of biological resources

[B]. Sharing agricultural subsidies among States

[C]. Distribution of biodiversity conservation grants

[D]. Sharing profits from government-owned farms

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[16]. The Ministry of Heavy Industries recently received 20 bids under a scheme to promote domestic manufacturing of sintered rare earth permanent magnets (REPMs). With reference to the scheme, consider the following statements:

The scheme aims to establish 6,000 MTPA of integrated REPM manufacturing capacity in India.
The capacity will be distributed among five beneficiaries selected through global competitive bidding.
Each selected beneficiary can establish a maximum capacity of 2,000 MTPA.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 and 2 only

[B]. 2 and 3 only

[C]. 1 and 3 only

[D]. 1, 2 and 3

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[17]. The Himachal Pradesh government recently imposed a widow and orphan cess of 60 paise per litre on petrol and high-speed diesel. With reference to cess in India, consider the following statements:

A cess is imposed for a specific, predetermined purpose.
Cess revenues form part of the divisible pool of taxes shared between the Centre and States.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 only

[B]. 2 only

[C]. Both 1 and 2

[D]. Neither 1 nor 2

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[18]. The Perseid meteor shower, which peaked around 12 August 2026, is associated with which comet?

[A]. Halley’s Comet

[B]. Comet Swift-Tuttle

[C]. Hale-Bopp

[D]. Encke’s Comet

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[19]. SraVaani, recently launched by the Indian Institute of Science (IISc), is an open-source model designed for which of the following?

[A]. Image generation in Indian languages

[B]. Multilingual automatic speech recognition

[C]. Real-time satellite communication

[D]. Translation of Indian languages into foreign languages

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[20]. India’s retail inflation based on the Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose to 4.45% in July 2026. With reference to CPI, consider the following statements:

CPI measures changes in the retail prices of goods and services consumed by households.
CPI-based inflation is used as the main measure for assessing inflation under India’s flexible inflation-targeting framework.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A]. 1 only

[B]. 2 only

[C]. Both 1 and 2

[D]. Neither 1 nor 2

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