Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 20 September 2026MCQs for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching Exams
Practice the Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 20 September 2026 with 15 MCQs and explanations. Questions sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express, selected for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exam preparation. Topics covered include International Relations, Economy, Environment and Security.
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Test your knowledge with 15 MCQs from today's current affairs. Each question includes an explanation for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exam preparation.
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Q1Which Nepali agency conducted the rapid damage assessment after the Bhotekoshi river floods?
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Which Nepali agency conducted the rapid damage assessment after the Bhotekoshi river floods?
Answer: National Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Authority (NDRRMA)
The Finance Minister mentioned that NDRRMA, set up after the 2015 earthquake, conducted the rapid assessment. Other options are international bodies that may assist but did not conduct the assessment.
International Relations · Economy · Environment · easy
Q2Which multilateral grouping adopted the New Delhi Declaration in 2026 that references UNSC Resolution 2803 on Palestine?
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Which multilateral grouping adopted the New Delhi Declaration in 2026 that references UNSC Resolution 2803 on Palestine?
Answer: BRICS
The article explicitly states that the BRICS New Delhi Declaration (2026) is the first consensus document from a grouping including China, Russia, and Iran that mentions UNSC Resolution 2803. The other options are groupings that held separate sessions but did not adopt the declaration.
International Relations · Security · easy
Q3Consider the following statements:
1. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, was initially proposed to cut off financing for Russia's war with Ukraine.
2. The Act allows the U.S. to impose a 100% tariff on goods originating from a country that was among the top ten importers of Russian oil in the 12 months preceding its enactment.
3. India has been a major importer of Russian oil, with Russia accounting for more than 51% of India's crude oil imports in July 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements:
1. The Lindsey O. Graham Sanctioning Russia and Iran Act, 2026, was initially proposed to cut off financing for Russia's war with Ukraine.
2. The Act allows the U.S. to impose a 100% tariff on goods originating from a country that was among the top ten importers of Russian oil in the 12 months preceding its enactment.
3. India has been a major importer of Russian oil, with Russia accounting for more than 51% of India's crude oil imports in July 2026.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as the article states the initial purpose was to cut off financing for Russia. Statement 2 is incorrect because the criterion is being among the 'five largest' importers, not 'top ten'. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions Russia accounted for more than 51% of India's crude oil imports in July 2026. Hence, option C is correct.
Economy · International Relations · Security · medium
Q4Which international treaty primarily governs the use of weapons in outer space?
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Which international treaty primarily governs the use of weapons in outer space?
Answer: Outer Space Treaty (1967)
The Outer Space Treaty (1967) is the foundational legal framework for space activities. It prohibits placing nuclear weapons and weapons of mass destruction in orbit, but does not ban conventional weapons. The other options are incorrect: the Antarctic Treaty covers Antarctica, the Moon Agreement is less widely ratified, and the NPT focuses on nuclear non-proliferation on Earth.
International Relations · Security · Science Tech · easy
Q5Which ministry organized the first-of-its-kind conference with state finance ministers on 'Financing India's Journey towards Viksit Bharat'?
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Which ministry organized the first-of-its-kind conference with state finance ministers on 'Financing India's Journey towards Viksit Bharat'?
Answer: Ministry of Finance
The article states the conference was organized by the Union Ministry of Finance with state finance ministers. This is a static fact linking to the nodal ministry responsible for fiscal policy and central-state financial coordination.
Economy · Governance · Agriculture · Infrastructure · easy
Q6Which agency is the nodal body responsible for procuring medicines, vaccines, and medical equipment for Delhi government hospitals?
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Which agency is the nodal body responsible for procuring medicines, vaccines, and medical equipment for Delhi government hospitals?
Answer: Central Procurement Agency (CPA)
The article explicitly mentions the Central Procurement Agency (CPA) as the nodal agency responsible for procuring and supplying medicines, vaccines, and medical equipment to Delhi government hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Ethics · Governance · easy
Q7Consider the following statements regarding India-Nepal ties as discussed in the interview:
1. India provided $250 million grant and $750 million Line of Credit after the 2015 earthquake.
2. Nepal has requested overflight rights only for Pokhara airport, not Bhairahawa.
3. The new Line of Credit from India will be denominated in Indian Rupee (INR).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding India-Nepal ties as discussed in the interview:
1. India provided $250 million grant and $750 million Line of Credit after the 2015 earthquake.
2. Nepal has requested overflight rights only for Pokhara airport, not Bhairahawa.
3. The new Line of Credit from India will be denominated in Indian Rupee (INR).
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as per the article: India gave $250M grant and $750M LoC after 2015 earthquake. Statement 2 is incorrect: Nepal requested overflight rights for both Pokhara and Bhairahawa airports. Statement 3 is correct: The December 2025 agreement states that subsequent Indian LoCs will be in INR. Hence option C.
International Relations · Economy · Environment · hard
Q8Consider the following statements regarding UNSC Resolution 2803:
1. It was backed by former US President Donald Trump and endorsed his Comprehensive Peace Plan for Gaza.
2. It reaffirms Israel's obligation to return to its 1967 borders.
3. China and Russia abstained from the vote on this resolution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding UNSC Resolution 2803:
1. It was backed by former US President Donald Trump and endorsed his Comprehensive Peace Plan for Gaza.
2. It reaffirms Israel's obligation to return to its 1967 borders.
3. China and Russia abstained from the vote on this resolution.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct: the resolution endorsed Trump's peace plan. Statement 2 is incorrect: the resolution omitted Israel's obligation to return to 1967 borders, unlike previous UNSC resolutions. Statement 3 is correct: China and Russia abstained, as mentioned in the article. Hence option C.
International Relations · Security · hard
Q9What is the primary strategic dilemma highlighted in the news for India?
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What is the primary strategic dilemma highlighted in the news for India?
Answer: Choosing between domestic fuel price stability and its export competitiveness
The article clearly outlines the dilemma: India cannot quickly reduce Russian oil imports without causing fuel price hikes and inflation, but continuing to import makes its exports vulnerable to the 100% tariff. This is a direct conflict between energy security and economic competitiveness.
Economy · International Relations · Security · hard
Q10What is the estimated total reconstruction cost for Nepal after the Bhotekoshi river floods, according to the Finance Minister?
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What is the estimated total reconstruction cost for Nepal after the Bhotekoshi river floods, according to the Finance Minister?
Answer: $4.7-5 billion
The Finance Minister stated that reconstruction needs are estimated at $4.7-5 billion over 3-5 years. $1.8B is the direct damage figure, $900M is losses, and $8B was the 2015 earthquake estimate. So C is correct.
International Relations · Economy · Environment · medium
Q11How many paragraphs of the 140-paragraph BRICS New Delhi Declaration are devoted to recent developments in West Asia?
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How many paragraphs of the 140-paragraph BRICS New Delhi Declaration are devoted to recent developments in West Asia?
Answer: 11
The article clearly states: 'Of the 140 paragraphs in the BRICS New Delhi Declaration adopted last week, 11 paras were devoted to recent developments in West Asia.' The other options are close distractors but only 11 is correct.
International Relations · Security · easy
Q12According to the article, what percentage of India's crude oil imports came from Russia in July 2026?
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According to the article, what percentage of India's crude oil imports came from Russia in July 2026?
Answer: 51%
The article explicitly states that 'Russia accounted for more than 51% of India's crude oil imports in July 2026.' This is a critical data point for prelims.
Economy · International Relations · Security · easy
Q13On which date did the US Air Force Secretary confirm the deployment of space control weapons in Earth orbit?
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On which date did the US Air Force Secretary confirm the deployment of space control weapons in Earth orbit?
Answer: September 14, 2026
The article explicitly states that on September 14, 2026, US Air Force Secretary Troy Meink confirmed the deployment. September 20, 2026 is the publication date of the article, not the disclosure date. The other options are incorrect dates.
International Relations · Security · Science Tech · medium
Q14According to the article, what is the current gross domestic savings rate of India (as a percentage of GDP)?
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According to the article, what is the current gross domestic savings rate of India (as a percentage of GDP)?
Answer: 34%
The article quotes NK Singh stating that the current gross domestic savings rate is around 34% of GDP, and it needs to rise to 38-40% to sustain 7-8% growth. The other options are distractors; 38% and 40% are the target range, not current.
Economy · Governance · Agriculture · Infrastructure · medium
Q15What is the amount of the alleged medical procurement scam in Delhi as mentioned in the article?
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What is the amount of the alleged medical procurement scam in Delhi as mentioned in the article?
Answer: Rs 700 crore
The article repeatedly mentions the 'Rs 700-crore medical procurement case in Delhi' as the amount of the alleged irregularities. The other options are distractors.
Ethics · Governance · easy
Topics Covered
- International Relations
- Economy
- Environment
- Security
- Science Tech
- Governance
- Agriculture
- Infrastructure
- Ethics
Relevant for UPSC Prelims, MPSC, SSC CGL, Banking , Teaching and State PSC exams.
Articles Covered
- Nepal FM Swarnim Wagle: $5 Billion Reconstruction Need, Reset in India-Nepal Ties, Overflight Rights
- BRICS Delhi Declaration 2026 Notes UNSC Resolution 2803, Reaffirms 1967 Borders for Palestine
- US Sanctioning Act: 100% Tariff on India's Russian Oil Imports
- US Air Force Confirms Space Control Weapons in Earth Orbit, Russia China Protest
- Viksit Bharat: States, Finance Ministry Discuss Agricultural Exports, Energy Transition, Private Investment
- Rs 700 Crore Delhi Medical Scam: Probity, Bioethics & Public Trust Lessons for UPSC Ethics
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