Question 1

What topics are covered in the 17 May 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 17 May 2026 quiz covers Science Tech, Economy, Infrastructure, International Relations with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 17 May 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 ministry is primarily responsible for implementing India's semiconductor mission and related policies?

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Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, The Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) is the nodal ministry for the India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) and the broader policy framework to develop a semiconductor ecosystem in the country.

Question 6

The HeLa cell line, central to the debate on medical ethics, was derived from a patient treated at which renowned medical institution?

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Johns Hopkins Centre, As per the article, Henrietta Lacks sought treatment at the 'coloured ward' in Johns Hopkins Centre in 1951, where her cells were extracted without consent to create the HeLa line.

Question 7

Which ministry/department is primarily responsible for defence procurement and manufacturing policy in India?

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Ministry of Defence, The Ministry of Defence is the nodal ministry responsible for defence procurement, acquisition policies, and the 'Make in India' initiative in the defence sector. The article discusses challenges and reforms within this domain.

Question 8

Which Chinese government body issued the official statement emphasizing Taiwan as the most important issue in US-China relations, as mentioned in the article?

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Ministry of Foreign Affairs, The article explicitly states that the official release came from the Chinese Ministry of Foreign Affairs, which is responsible for China's diplomatic communications and foreign policy statements.

Question 9

The 'Essential Commodities Act, 1955', mentioned as being invoked in the article, falls under the purview of which ministry in India?

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Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, The Essential Commodities Act, 1955, is administered by the Department of Consumer Affairs under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. This ministry is responsible for ensuring the availability of essential commodities to consumers at fair prices.

Question 10

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA), which issued the report on DISCOM tariffs, functions under which Union Ministry?

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Ministry of Power, The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) is a statutory body constituted under the Electricity Act, 2003. It advises the government on power policy and planning and functions under the administrative control of the Union Ministry of Power.

Question 11

Which High Court has jurisdiction over the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands?

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Calcutta High Court, As per Article 241 of the Constitution, the Calcutta High Court has jurisdiction over the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The article mentions the case being heard by the Calcutta High Court's Port Blair circuit bench.

Question 12

Which central government organization has been directed by the Madhya Pradesh High Court to take charge of the preservation and regulation of access to the Bhojshala complex?

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Archaeological Survey of India, The article explicitly states that the Madhya Pradesh High Court made the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which has administered the monument since 1952, in-charge of preservation and regulation of access. The ASI is the primary body for archaeological conservation in India.

Question 13

The Forest Rights Act, 2006, which is cited in the context of the Great Nicobar Island project, primarily deals with the rights of which group?

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Forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers, The Forest Rights Act, 2006 (FRA) recognizes the rights of forest-dwelling Scheduled Tribes and other traditional forest dwellers to forest resources. The article mentions the act in the context of alleged violations concerning tribal rights on Great Nicobar Island.

Question 14

Under which Article of the Constitution does the President of India have the power to promulgate ordinances?

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Article 123, Article 123 of the Indian Constitution grants the President the power to promulgate ordinances when Parliament is not in session. This power was used for the recent Supreme Court judge strength ordinance, as mentioned in the article.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Tata Electronics-ASML semiconductor plant:

1. It will be India's first front-end semiconductor fabrication plant.

2. The plant is being set up in Dholera, Gujarat, with an investment of $14 billion.

3. The agreement was signed in the presence of the Prime Ministers of India and the Netherlands.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the investment for this specific Tata-ASML plant is $11 billion (the $14 billion figure is for a different Tata facility mentioned). Statement 3 is correct as the deal was signed in the presence of PM Modi and Dutch PM Jetten.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the HeLa cell line case:

1. The cells were extracted from Henrietta Lacks in 1951 without her informed consent.

2. The HeLa cell line was the first animal cell line to be successfully cultured indefinitely.

3. A landmark settlement acknowledging the harm done to the Lacks family was reached in the year 2026.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article clearly states cells were extracted without permission in 1951. Statement 2 is incorrect; HeLa was the first HUMAN cell line, not animal cell line. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions the family found closure with a settlement in 2026.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding India's defence sector:

1. India is currently ranked among the top ten arms importers globally.

2. The Strategic Partnership (SP) model is designed to facilitate collaboration between Indian private firms and foreign OEMs.

3. Defence Public Sector Undertakings (DPSUs) account for less than 50% of India's total defence manufacturing.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is correct; the SP model aims for such collaboration. Statement 3 is incorrect; the article states DPSUs account for over 70% of total defence manufacturing, not less than 50%.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Taiwan issue as discussed in the article:

1. The United States established formal diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China in 1979.

2. The 'One China' policy means the United States officially recognizes Taiwan as an independent country.

3. A potential $14 billion arms package to Taiwan was discussed by the US as a 'negotiating chip' in 2026.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article states diplomatic relations were established in 1979. Statement 2 is incorrect; the 'One China' policy means the US recognizes Taiwan as part of China, not as an independent country. Statement 3 is correct as per the article's mention of Trump considering a $14 billion arms sale.

Question 19

What is the total planned investment for the Tata Electronics and ASML semiconductor fabrication plant in Dholera, as per the article?

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$11 billion, The article explicitly states that Tata Electronics is developing the plant in Dholera, Gujarat, with an investment of $11 billion. The $14 billion option is a distractor, referring to a different Tata Electronics facility also mentioned in Gujarat.

Question 20

In which year was the book 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot, which brought global attention to this bioethics case, published?

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2010, The article explicitly states that the best-selling book 'The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks' by Rebecca Skloot was published in 2010. This book played a crucial role in highlighting the ethical issues.

Question 21

According to the 2022-23 Ministry of Defence Parliamentary Standing Committee observation mentioned in the article, how many defence projects were delayed beyond their original timelines?

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119 out of 178 projects, The article explicitly states that the Committee observed, "Of 178 projects, the original time tables were not adhered to in 119 cases." Option A refers to projects where additional time taken was more than the original allotted time.

Question 22

According to the article, which year has been proposed as a potential starting point for a Chinese military action against Taiwan, marking a centenary?

Accepted Answer

2027, The article states that the year 2027 has been proposed as a potential starting point because it will mark 100 years (the centenary) of the Chinese People's Liberation Army (PLA).

Question 23

Consider the following statements regarding the Strait of Hormuz crisis as per the article:

1. Moody's expects a return to pre-conflict traffic volumes in the Strait of Hormuz within the year 2026.

2. India's exposure is high because approximately 90% of its crude oil imports come from the Middle East via the Strait.

3. Iran has established the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) as a government agency for toll collection.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Only 3, Statement 1 is incorrect as Moody's report explicitly states 'A return to pre-conflict traffic volumes in 2026 is unlikely.' Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states 46% of India's crude oil imports come from the Middle East, while 90% refers to LPG imports. Statement 3 is correct as Tehran formalized the 'Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA)' for toll collection on May 5.

Question 24

According to the CEA report, what percentage of a DISCOM's Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR) is typically accounted for by fixed expenses?

Accepted Answer

38% to 56%, The article explicitly states that fixed expenses account for nearly 38% to 56% of a DISCOM's total Annual Revenue Requirement (ARR). The other figures are plausible distractors but are not mentioned in the report.

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