Question 1

What topics are covered in the 16 June 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 16 June 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, International Relations with 25 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 16 June 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

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Attempt the quiz after reading the daily current affairs. Focus on understanding the explanation for each question. Link each topic to your static GK notes for comprehensive preparation.

Question 3

How many MCQs should I practice daily for competitive exams?

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Experts recommend 10-20 current affairs MCQs daily. This takes only 5-7 minutes but significantly improves retention through active recall, which is more effective than passive reading.

Question 4

Are these quiz questions based on The Hindu and Indian Express?

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Yes. All questions are derived from important news articles published in The Hindu and Indian Express, filtered and ranked by AI for exam relevance across UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exams.

Question 5

Which constitutional articles were read together by the Supreme Court to establish the right to rehabilitation for trafficking survivors?

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Articles 21 and 23, The Supreme Court held that when Article 23 (prohibition of traffic in human beings) is read together with Article 21 (right to life and dignity), it establishes the State's obligation to provide rehabilitation to trafficking victims, making it a fundamental right.

Question 6

According to the UN Charter, which article categorizes the members of the United Nations Security Council into permanent and non-permanent?

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Article 23, As mentioned in the article, India's Permanent Representative Harish Parvathaneni noted that 'Article 23 clearly categorises the UNSC members into two — permanent and non-permanent.' This is a foundational provision of the UN Charter regarding UNSC composition.

Question 7

The LaQshya (Labour Room Quality Improvement Initiative), mentioned in the article, is a programme under which ministry?

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Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, LaQshya is an initiative launched in 2017 to improve the quality of care in labour rooms and maternity operation theatres in public health facilities. It falls under the purview of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which oversees public health programmes in India.

Question 8

The 'Nine-Dash Line' claim in the South China Sea is primarily associated with which country?

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China, The article explicitly states that through the 'Nine-Dash Line', China asserts historical rights over a major part of the South China Sea. This claim overlaps with the maritime zones of Vietnam, the Philippines, Malaysia, and Brunei.

Question 9

Which Indian body is responsible for recommending the inclusion of vaccines into the national immunization program, as mentioned in the context of the HPV vaccine?

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National Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (NTAGI), The article explicitly states that the National Technical Advisory Group on Immunisation (NTAGI) is the body of experts that suggests the government about inclusion of various vaccines into national programmes. It had recommended HPV vaccination in 2017 and 2022.

Question 10

The news discusses the misuse of preventive detention powers. Under which Article of the Indian Constitution are the laws for preventive detention primarily framed?

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Article 22, While Article 21 guarantees protection of life and personal liberty, the specific provisions regarding preventive detention, including safeguards against such detention, are detailed in Article 22 of the Constitution. This is a core static polity fact.

Question 11

The 15th edition of the Reuters Institute Digital News Report was produced in collaboration with which Indian institution?

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Asian College of Journalism, Chennai, The article explicitly states the report was 'produced in collaboration with the Asian College of Journalism, Chennai.' This is a factual recall question testing attention to detail regarding institutions mentioned in the news.

Question 12

Which of the following agencies, as mentioned in the article, is suggested to monitor ground-level ozone concentrations?

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India Meteorological Department (IMD), The article explicitly quotes the researcher saying agencies like the India Meteorological Department (IMD) or the Central Pollution Control Bureau (CPCB) need to extensively monitor ground-level ozone. IMD is directly mentioned as one of these key agencies.

Question 13

Which institution is responsible for setting the benchmark interest rate in Japan, as mentioned in the news?

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Bank of Japan, The Bank of Japan (BOJ) is the central bank of Japan and is responsible for monetary policy, including setting the benchmark interest rate (uncollateralized overnight call rate), as clearly stated in the article.

Question 14

Which statutory body is responsible for planning the development of the National Capital Region (NCR)?

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National Capital Region Planning Board, The National Capital Region Planning Board (NCRPB) is the apex statutory planning body for the NCR, established under the NCR Planning Board Act, 1985. The article mentions the decision was made at a meeting of this board.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's judgment on human trafficking:

1. The Court recognized the right to rehabilitation for victims as flowing from the Constitution.

2. The Court directed the immediate creation of an Organised Crime Investigation Agency (OCIA).

3. The judgment is limited to trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation and excludes forced labour.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Only 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the Court linked rehabilitation to Articles 21 and 23. Statement 2 is incorrect; the Court declined to issue a mandamus for OCIA, leaving it for future government consideration. Statement 3 is correct; the judgment explicitly limited its consideration to trafficking for commercial sexual exploitation (CSE).

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding India's position on UNSC reforms as discussed in the article:

1. India argues that expansion limited to the non-permanent category would not change the decision-making power structure dominated by the P5.

2. India supports the 'Fixed Regional Seats' proposal mentioned in the 'Elements Paper' as a step towards permanent membership.

3. India has been a non-permanent member of the UNSC most recently in the term 2021-22.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article quotes India saying such expansion 'would fundamentally not change the decision making power-structure of the P5.' Statement 2 is incorrect because India criticized the 'Fixed Regional Seats' proposal, stating it 'does in no way expand the permanent category.' Statement 3 is correct as the article explicitly mentions 'India last sat at the UN high-table as a non-permanent member in 2021-22.'

Question 17

Consider the following statements based on the news article:

1. According to NFHS-6, the C-section rate in private healthcare facilities in India is more than three times the rate in public facilities.

2. The World Health Organization recommends that the ideal rate for Caesarean sections should be above 20% to ensure safety.

3. The Clinical Establishments (Registration and Regulation) Act, 2010, has been adopted and effectively implemented by all Indian states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Only 1, Statement 1 is correct as the article states the C-section rate is 54.1% in private facilities compared to 16.9% in public ones. Statement 2 is incorrect because the WHO notes the ideal rate is between 10-15%, not above 20%. Statement 3 is incorrect as the Act has been adopted by only 19 States/UTs and implementation remains poor.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the India-Australia defence partnership:

1. The partnership is built upon the 2020 Comprehensive Strategic Partnership (CSP).

2. A key outcome of the recent dialogue is progress on the Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap.

3. The Quad's Indo-Pacific Maritime Security Collaboration (IPMSC) is initially implemented in the Pacific Ocean Region.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct: The article mentions the relationship evolved since the 2020 CSP. Statement 2 is correct: The ministers agreed to push towards finalising the Joint Maritime Security Collaboration Roadmap. Statement 3 is incorrect: The article states the IPMSC was initially implemented in the Indian Ocean Region, not the Pacific Ocean Region.

Question 19

Consider the following statements regarding the recent US-Iran developments:

1. The peace deal involves an immediate lifting of the US naval blockade of Iran and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz.

2. The deal is a revival of the 2015 Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) on Iran's nuclear program.

3. A key Iranian pre-condition for the negotiations was the lifting of the naval blockade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article: Washington confirmed plans to lift its naval blockade and reopen the Strait. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article clarifies the recent deal is separate, and the nuclear deal (JCPOA) has been 'deferred'. Statement 3 is correct as the article notes the lifting of the blockade was 'a core Iranian pre-condition for negotiations'.

Question 20

What is the time frame given by the Supreme Court to States and Union Territories to operationalize the Victim Protection Plan by appointing nodal officers?

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3 months, The Supreme Court directed all States and Union Territories to notify institutions, prepare panels, and appoint nodal officers within three months. Compliance reports are to be placed before the Court when the matter is taken up again in September 2026.

Question 21

In which year was the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) founded, as mentioned in the article?

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1945, The article states that India argues the 15-nation Council, 'founded in 1945, is not fit for purpose in the 21st Century.' This is a key historical fact about the establishment of the UN and its principal security organ.

Question 22

As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2024 cited in the article, what percentage of all live births in India now take place in a medical institution?

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95.4%, The article explicitly states: "According to the Sample Registration System (SRS) Statistical Report 2024, 95.4% of all live births in India now take place in a medical institution." The figure 82.8% is from 2019, making it a close distractor.

Question 23

According to the article, what proportion of global trade is estimated to pass through the critical sea lanes of the Indo-Pacific region?

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One-third, The article specifically states: '...through which an estimated one-third of global trade passes.' This is a key data point highlighting the strategic and economic importance of the region.

Question 24

According to the article, what proportion of global oil and gas shipments did the Strait of Hormuz handle before the recent conflict?

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Roughly a fifth, The article states: 'the Strait of Hormuz a chokepoint that handled roughly a fifth of global oil and gas shipments before the war'. 'A fifth' translates to 20%.

Question 25

What is a key principle underlying the Supreme Court's Victim Protection Plan for trafficking survivors?

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Recognizing survivors as individuals with agency over their lives., The Court's plan moves away from viewing victims as passive recipients. It emphasizes principles like informed consent, non-discrimination, and respecting the dignity and agency of survivors in decisions regarding their rescue, rehabilitation, and reintegration.

Question 26

What was India's primary criticism of the 'Fixed Regional Seats' proposal mentioned in the 'Elements Paper' on UNSC reform?

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It does not actually expand the permanent category of membership., The article quotes India's representative stating that the proposal 'does in no way expand the permanent category.' India argued it confuses veto power with permanency and weakens the case for groups like Small Island Developing States (SIDS).

Question 27

What is the primary concern raised in the article regarding the high rate of C-sections in private hospitals in India?

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There is no monitoring system to check if the procedures are medically warranted., The article's core argument is that the problem is not the choice of private care, but the lack of a regulatory mechanism to audit the medical necessity of C-sections, potentially leading to their monetisation. The other options are not the primary concerns highlighted.

Question 28

What is a primary strategic reason for Australia's deepening defence partnership with India, as per the article?

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To counter China's 'String of Pearls' strategy and secure its western sea approaches, The article explains that China's 'String of Pearls' places Chinese deployment along sea lanes connecting Australia's western approaches to global markets. India, as the dominant Indian Ocean power, is a natural partner for Australia to monitor and counter that presence, making option B correct.

Question 29

What is a primary strategic implication for India of the recently elevated 'comprehensive partnership' with Slovakia?

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Enhanced cooperation in defence and counter-terrorism in Central Europe, The article highlights that the two sides established a joint working group on counter-terrorism and signed pacts on defence, indicating enhanced security cooperation. While other options are speculative, the concrete outcomes mentioned are in defence and counter-terrorism, expanding India's strategic footprint in Central Europe.

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