Question 1

What topics are covered in the 5 March 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 5 March 2026 quiz covers Science Tech, Energy, Economy, International Relations with 15 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 5 March 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

Anil Kakodkar, the author of the article, is the former chairman of which of the following commissions?

Accepted Answer

Atomic Energy Commission, The article's byline explicitly states that Anil Kakodkar is the former chairman of the Atomic Energy Commission (AEC). The AEC is the nodal body for India's nuclear energy programme.

Question 6

The MILAN-2026 naval exercise, mentioned in the news, is hosted by which country's navy?

Accepted Answer

Indian Navy, The article explicitly states that MILAN-2026 was a multilateral exercise organized by the Indian Navy in Visakhapatnam. The Iranian frigate was returning from this event.

Question 7

Which constitutional body audits state finances and flagged concerns about Tamil Nadu's internal debt growth?

Accepted Answer

Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), The article explicitly mentions a CAG analysis of states in 2023-24 that noted Tamil Nadu's internal debts were growing at one of the fastest rates in the country. The CAG is the supreme audit institution of India responsible for auditing all receipts and expenditures of the central and state governments.

Question 8

Which statutory body is primarily responsible for enforcing air pollution control measures like construction bans in the Delhi-NCR region, as mentioned in the article?

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Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM), The article references construction bans triggered under Delhi-NCR's pollution control framework. The Commission for Air Quality Management (CAQM) is the statutory body established specifically for this region under the CAQM Act, 2021. While MoEFCC is the nodal ministry and CPCB/NGT are involved, CAQM is the primary enforcement authority for GRAP measures in NCR.

Question 9

The Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), which led the study on cancer drug affordability, operates under which government department?

Accepted Answer

Department of Atomic Energy, Tata Memorial Centre (TMC), a premier cancer care and research institute in Mumbai, operates under the administrative control of the Department of Atomic Energy, Government of India. This is a key static fact relevant for government exams.

Question 10

Which state's Public Health Act served as the prototype for similar acts in only five other states and one Union Territory in India, as mentioned in the article?

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Tamil Nadu, The article states that the Tamil Nadu Public Health Act, modeled on the 1939 Madras Presidency Act, is the prototype that only five other states and one UT have replicated. This is a key static GK fact about public health governance in India.

Question 11

Under which constitutional article did the Karnataka High Court issue a writ of mandamus to direct the registrar?

Accepted Answer

Article 226, Article 226 of the Constitution empowers High Courts to issue directions, orders, or writs, including mandamus, for the enforcement of fundamental rights and for any other purpose. The article was explicitly mentioned in the court's observations.

Question 12

As per the US Constitution, which branch of government holds the power to declare war?

Accepted Answer

The Congress, Article I, Section 8, Clause 11 of the US Constitution explicitly grants Congress the power to declare war. The President serves as Commander-in-Chief but does not hold the power to formally declare war.

Question 13

The Madras High Court judgment was delivered by a bench consisting of which two Justices?

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Justices G. Jayachandran and K. K. Ramakrishnan, The article explicitly states the bench hearing the case was composed of Justices G Jayachandran and K K Ramakrishnan of the Madras High Court.

Question 14

Which international organization, mentioned in the article, is the UN's nuclear watchdog responsible for monitoring Iran's nuclear activities?

Accepted Answer

International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), The article repeatedly mentions the IAEA, referring to it as 'the UN's nuclear watchdog' and detailing its reports and Iran's suspended cooperation with it. The IAEA is the correct body for monitoring nuclear non-proliferation.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding India's nuclear energy mission:

1. The '100 GWe by 2047' mission would require about 18,000-20,000 tonnes of mined uranium annually.

2. The SHANTI Act 2025 restricts participation in the nuclear sector to government agencies only.

3. India's first 500 MWe Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor (PFBR) is almost ready.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article's data. Statement 2 is incorrect because the SHANTI Act 2025 opens the sector to public, private, academia, and industry. Statement 3 is correct as mentioned in the article. Hence, option C is correct.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the news incident:

1. The sunken Iranian warship, IRIS Dena, was a Moudge-class frigate.

2. The attack occurred within the territorial waters of Sri Lanka.

3. The US Navy destroyer USS Pinckney actively participated in the MILAN-2026 exercises alongside the Iranian frigate.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Only 1, Statement 1 is correct as the article identifies IRIS Dena as a Moudge-class frigate. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article says the distress call was issued roughly 40 nautical miles off Galle, which is likely in Sri Lanka's EEZ or international waters, not territorial waters (typically 12 nm). Statement 3 is incorrect; the article clearly states USS Pinckney did not participate due to 'emergent requirements', though a US P-8 aircraft did.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the fiscal health of states as per the news article:

1. Tamil Nadu's own-revenue expenditure as a share of total spending is above the all-India average.

2. Kerala's outstanding liabilities as a share of its GDP have been increasing every year since 2021-22.

3. Assam's own-revenue expenditure as a share of total spending is below the all-India average.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: The article states Tamil Nadu's own revenue expenditure (66.9%) remains above the all-India average of 57.3%. Statement 2 is incorrect: For Kerala, the article states its outstanding liabilities have been 'declining every year since 2021-22'. Statement 3 is correct: The article says Assam's own-revenue expenditure (36.8%) is below the all-India average of 57.3%.

Question 18

According to the article, what is the approximate current global nuclear generation capacity?

Accepted Answer

Around 380 GWe, The article states: 'global nuclear generation capacity is expected to grow from around 380 GWe today to around 1,400 GWe.' The other options are close distractors.

Question 19

According to the article, approximately how many sailors were on board the Iranian frigate IRIS Dena when it was sunk?

Accepted Answer

130 sailors, The article mentions the frigate was 'carrying almost 130 sailors' in the Iranian FM's post, and later reiterates 'carrying 130 sailors'. The other options are close distractors.

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