Question 1

What topics are covered in the 9 March 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 9 March 2026 quiz covers Polity, International Relations, Economy, Agriculture with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 9 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

Which constitutional article specifically deals with the composition of the Rajya Sabha?

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Article 80, Article 80 of the Constitution of India specifies the composition of the Council of States (Rajya Sabha), including its maximum strength and the manner of election and nomination of its members. Article 79 deals with the Constitution of Parliament, Article 81 with the composition of the Lok Sabha, and Article 82 with the readjustment of constituencies.

Question 6

Under which ministry does the implementation of the POCSO Act primarily fall?

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Ministry of Women and Child Development, The Protection of Children from Sexual Offences (POCSO) Act, 2012, is administered by the Ministry of Women and Child Development (WCD). This ministry is responsible for policy, planning, and coordination for the welfare, development, and protection of children.

Question 7

The government invoked emergency powers derived from which Act to direct refiners to maximize LPG production for domestic use?

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The Essential Commodities Act, 1955, The article explicitly states that the government invoked emergency powers derived from the Essential Commodities Act to direct Indian refiners. This Act allows the government to control the production, supply, and distribution of essential commodities.

Question 8

Which organization has been designated as the nodal agency in India to implement the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS)?

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Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council, As per the article, the Gem and Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) is the nodal agency designated to implement the KPCS certification process in India. It works under the supervision of the Department of Commerce.

Question 9

The 'Shusha Declaration', mentioned in the context of the Iran-Azerbaijan tensions, is a mutual defence pact between Azerbaijan and which other country?

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Turkey, The article explicitly states that the 'One Nation, Two States' philosophy between Turkey and Azerbaijan was formalized by the 2021 Shusha Declaration, a mutual defence pact. Turkey is a NATO member, and this pact obligates it to defend Azerbaijan.

Question 10

Which international organization is primarily responsible for conventions like SOLAS and MARPOL mentioned in the article?

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International Maritime Organization (IMO), The SOLAS (Safety of Life at Sea) and MARPOL (Prevention of Pollution from Ships) conventions are key instruments developed and maintained by the International Maritime Organization (IMO), a specialized UN agency responsible for regulating shipping.

Question 11

The Committee of Privileges, recently constituted for the 18th Lok Sabha, is a type of which parliamentary committee?

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Standing Committee, The article explicitly states that the Committee of Privileges is a Standing Committee. Standing Committees are permanent committees constituted every year or periodically. Ad-hoc, Joint, and Select Committees are formed for specific purposes and dissolved thereafter.

Question 12

Consider the following statements regarding the Rajya Sabha:

1. It is a permanent body and is not subject to dissolution.

2. A Constitution Amendment Bill can only be introduced in the Rajya Sabha.

3. It has the power to create All India Services through a special resolution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: Rajya Sabha is a permanent body, with one-third of its members retiring every two years. Statement 2 is incorrect: A Constitution Amendment Bill can be introduced in either House of Parliament. Statement 3 is correct: Rajya Sabha can pass a resolution (by a two-thirds majority) recommending the creation of All India Services common to the Union and the states.

Question 13

Consider the following statements regarding the recent Karnataka High Court judgment on child pornography:

1. The court held that mere storage of child pornographic material is not an offence unless it is transmitted to others.

2. The judgment relied on the Supreme Court's interpretation in the case of 'Just Rights for Children Alliance v Harish'.

3. The court clarified that Section 15 of the POCSO Act is in the nature of an 'inchoate offence', penalizing storage with specific intent.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect. The Karnataka HC specifically ruled that mere storage IS an offence under Section 15 of POCSO and Section 67B of the IT Act, even without transmission. Statement 2 is correct as the article mentions the HC relied on the SC precedent. Statement 3 is correct as the article explicitly states the court held Section 15 POCSO is an 'inchoate offence' that penalizes storage with intent.

Question 14

Consider the following statements regarding the impact of rising oil prices on India as discussed in the article:

1. Every $1-per-barrel increase in oil prices increases India's annual oil import bill by up to $2 billion.

2. A 10% increase in oil prices typically widens India's Current Account Deficit by 0.4% of GDP.

3. India's immediate priority in the current crisis is to reduce petrol and diesel prices for consumers.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct as per the article: 'every $1-per-barrel increase in oil prices would bump up the country's oil import bill by up to $2 billion'. Statement 2 is correct as per a Nomura report cited: 'every 10% oil price increase typically widens India's current account deficit by 0.4% of the GDP'. Statement 3 is incorrect; the article clearly states 'the immediate priority is to ensure crude oil and fuel availability' and that there are 'no immediate plans for hiking petrol and diesel prices', indicating price stability, not reduction, is the focus.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Kimberley Process:

1. It is a legally binding international treaty with sanctions for non-compliance.

2. The Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) was established in 2003.

3. Participants in the scheme account for over 99% of global rough diamond trade.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect. The article states the KP is a 'voluntary agreement' and 'does not create legally binding obligations'. Statement 2 is correct as KPCS was established in 2003. Statement 3 is correct as participants account for over 99% of global rough diamond trade.

Question 16

According to the article, what percentage of India's total limestone imports originated from the West Asia region?

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68.5%, The article states that India imported $483 million worth of limestone from West Asia, accounting for 68.5% of its total imports. 62.1% refers to gypsum imports, 65.8% to sulphur imports, and 50.7% to copper wire imports from the region.

Question 17

Which specific sections were invoked in the Karnataka High Court case against the accused for storing child pornography?

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Section 67B of IT Act and Section 15 of POCSO Act, As per the article, the accused was booked under 'Section 67B of the IT Act and Section 15 of the POCSO Act'. Section 67B deals with punishment for publishing or transmitting material depicting children in sexually explicit acts. Section 15 deals with punishment for storage of pornographic material involving children.

Question 18

According to the article, approximately what percentage of India's total crude oil imports had been transiting the Strait of Hormuz in recent months?

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About 50%, The article states: 'Around 2.5–2.7 million barrels per day (bpd) of India’s crude imports—accounting for around half of the country’s total oil imports—have transited the Strait of Hormuz in recent months.' Half translates to approximately 50%.

Question 19

According to the article, what was the approximate value of India's exports of cut and polished diamonds in the financial year 2024-2025?

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$13.3 billion, The article explicitly states that India's exports of cut and polished diamonds stood at approximately $13.3 billion in 2024-2025. The other figures are plausible distractors but not mentioned.

Question 20

According to the article, what percentage of Israel's oil imports last year came from Azerbaijan?

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46.4%, The article provides a specific data point: Azerbaijan's supply of crude oil to Israel accounted for 46.4% of Israeli oil imports last year. This fact underscores the strategic energy relationship between Azerbaijan and Israel, which is a key irritant for Iran.

Question 21

As per the article, on which date did the High Seas Treaty (BBNJ Agreement) officially enter into force?

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17 January 2026, The article states that the High Seas Treaty reached 60 ratifications on 19 September 2025, triggering a 120-day countdown, and officially entered into force on 17 January 2026. The other dates are related to its signing (Sep 2024) and milestone achievement (Sep 2025).

Question 22

According to the World Obesity Atlas 2026 projections mentioned in the article, how many children in India are estimated to be living with obesity alone by the year 2040 if current trends continue?

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20 million, The article states: 'Estimates suggest that... 20 million children in India will be living with obesity... by 2040.' 14 million is the 2025 figure for obesity alone, 41 million is the 2025 total for high BMI, and 56 million is the 2040 projection for overweight or obese children.

Question 23

The article suggests India should collaborate with which international grouping to facilitate dialogue in the conflict?

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BRICS, The article explicitly states India should consider developing mechanisms for dialogue 'in collaboration with BRICS and other European countries.' BRICS is mentioned as a key platform for India's proposed diplomatic engagement.

Question 24

Which central agency was prosecuting the Unnao rape case as per the news article?

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Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), The article explicitly mentions the CBI's appeal challenging the bail granted to Kuldeep Singh Sengar. The CBI is the central investigating agency handling the case.

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