Question 1

What topics are covered in the 10 April 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 10 April 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, Environment with 25 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 10 April 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

Under which Article of the Constitution does a religious denomination have the right to manage its own affairs in matters of religion?

Accepted Answer

Article 26(b), Article 26(b) specifically grants every religious denomination or any section thereof the right to manage its own affairs in matters of religion, subject to public order, morality, and health. Article 25 deals with individual freedom of religion.

Question 6

Under which major international environmental agreement does the Kigali Amendment fall?

Accepted Answer

Montreal Protocol, The Kigali Amendment is an amendment to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer. It was adopted in 2016 to phase down hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs). The article explicitly states it is an amendment to the Montreal Protocol.

Question 7

The administration of Union Territories in India is primarily governed under which Part of the Constitution of India?

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Part VIII, The administration of Union Territories is detailed in Part VIII of the Constitution (Articles 239 to 242). This part entrusts the administration of UTs to the President, who acts through appointed administrators.

Question 8

Which constitutional provision allows for the imposition of President's Rule in a state, as was done in Manipur in 2025?

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Article 356, Article 356 of the Indian Constitution deals with the failure of constitutional machinery in a state, allowing the President to assume control of the state's administration, known as President's Rule. This was imposed in Manipur in February 2025 as mentioned in the article.

Question 9

Which constitutional article grants religious denominations the right to manage their own affairs in matters of religion, as referenced in the Supreme Court's 'sampradaya' test discussion?

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Article 26, Article 26 of the Indian Constitution specifically grants every religious denomination the freedom to manage its own affairs in matters of religion. The Supreme Court's emphasis on following a temple's sampradaya (practices) relates directly to this right of religious institutions.

Question 10

Which Iranian military force is primarily responsible for executing the asymmetric naval blockade strategy in the Strait of Hormuz, as mentioned in the article?

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Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy, The article explicitly states that the blockade is a 'core mandate executed by the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) Navy' using fast attack crafts (FACs), anti-ship missiles, and sea mines.

Question 11

Under which Act is the consent of the Gram Sabha mandatory for the diversion of forest land for projects like mining?

Accepted Answer

The Scheduled Tribes and Other Traditional Forest Dwellers (Recognition of Forest Rights) Act, 2006, The Forest Rights Act, 2006, specifically mandates that the Gram Sabha's consent is required for diverting forest land for developmental projects. This is a key provision to protect the rights of forest-dwelling communities, as highlighted in the news about the Sijimali bauxite mine.

Question 12

The consent of which body is mandated under the Forest Rights Act, 2006 for the diversion of forest land for projects like mining?

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Gram Sabha, The Forest Rights Act, 2006 (Section 4(5) and Rules) mandates that the Gram Sabha's consent is required for the diversion of forest land for development projects to ensure the rights of forest-dwelling communities are protected.

Question 13

The World Trade Organization (WTO) is the successor to which earlier international agreement?

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General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT), The WTO was established in 1995, replacing the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT) which had been in effect since 1948. The article mentions GATT evolving into the WTO.

Question 14

Great Nicobar Island, recently in news for a draft master plan, is part of which Union Territory of India?

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Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Great Nicobar is the southernmost and largest island in the Nicobar group, which along with the Andaman Islands forms the Union Territory of Andaman and Nicobar Islands.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the arguments presented in the Sabarimala review:

1. The Centre argued that 'public morality' should be the governing standard in matters of faith, not 'constitutional morality'.

2. The 'essential religious practices test' was defended by the Centre as being perfectly workable for India's diverse religions.

3. The landmark 1954 Shirur Mutt case was cited in arguments concerning the autonomy of religious denominations.

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. Statement 2 is incorrect; the Centre argued the test is 'unworkable'. Statement 3 is correct as the Shirur Mutt case was mentioned by Senior Advocate C S Vaidyanathan regarding denominational autonomy under Article 26(b).

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the Kigali Amendment and India's commitments:

1. India ratified the Kigali Amendment to the Montreal Protocol in the year 2021.

2. Under the amendment, India has agreed to completely phase out HFC production by the year 2047.

3. India is categorized in Group 2 of the amendment alongside countries like China and the United States.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Only 1, Statement 1 is correct as per the article: India ratified the Kigali Amendment in 2021. Statement 2 is incorrect; India has agreed to an 85% phase-down by 2047, not a complete phase-out. Statement 3 is a trap; the article states India is in Group 2 with Gulf nations, while China and the US are in separate groups.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the news:

1. The 16th Finance Commission has recommended a grant of Rs. 4.35 lakh crore to rural local bodies for its award period from 2026-27 to 2030-31.

2. The 15th Finance Commission period saw a record 94.98% release of funds to rural local bodies, with five states receiving 100% of their allocated grants.

3. The basic grant component under the 16th Finance Commission's recommendation is larger than the performance grant component for rural local bodies.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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All three, Statement 1 is correct as the article mentions the 16th FC grant is Rs. 4.35 lakh crore. Statement 2 is correct as it states the 94.98% release and names five states (Assam, Kerala, Mizoram, Tripura, Uttar Pradesh). Statement 3 is correct as the basic grant is Rs. 3.48 lakh crore, while the performance grant is Rs. 43,524 crore.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Manipur conflict:

1. The violence primarily involves the Meitei community in the Imphal Valley and the Kuki-Zo tribes in the surrounding hills.

2. The Manipur Land Revenue and Land Reforms Act, 1960 allows Meiteis to purchase land in the hill areas.

3. The Scheduled Tribe Demand Committee Manipur (STDCM) has been advocating for ST status for the Meitei community since 2012.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article clearly states the conflict is between the Meiteis in the valley and Kuki-Zo tribes in the hills. Statement 2 is incorrect; the MLR&LR Act, 1960 prohibits non-tribals (Meiteis) from buying land in the hills. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions STDCM voicing the Meitei demand for ST status since 2012.

Question 19

Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's recent statement on temple entry:

1. It stated that personal beliefs of individuals must override the established rituals of a temple.

2. It clarified that the 2018 Sabarimala judgment did not apply the 'sampradaya' test.

3. It emphasized that worshippers must follow a temple's traditional practices if they desire to worship there.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect; the Court said the opposite—that temple rituals must be followed despite personal beliefs. Statement 2 is correct as per the article, which mentions petitioners' argument that the 2018 verdict didn't apply the sampradaya test. Statement 3 is correct as it directly quotes the Court's core message.

Question 20

Before how many judges is the Constitution Bench hearing the review of the 2018 Sabarimala judgment?

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9-judge bench, The article clearly states the Centre concluded its arguments before the '9-judge Constitution Bench' that is reviewing the 2018 Sabarimala ruling. This is a key factual detail from the news.

Question 21

According to the article, what is the average global warming potential of the most used HFCs compared to carbon dioxide?

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About 2,500 times, The article states, "according to the UN Environment Programme (UNEP), the average global warming potential of 22 of the most used HFCs is about 2,500 times that of carbon dioxide." The other options are distractors: 80x is methane's GWP over 20 years, also mentioned in the article.

Question 22

According to the article, what percentage of the total grant recommended by the 16th Finance Commission for Rural Local Bodies is allocated to Gram Panchayats?

Accepted Answer

90%, The article explicitly states that '90 per cent will be given to gram panchayats, while block and district panchayats will each receive 10 per cent.' This is a key data point for fund distribution.

Question 23

According to the article, what was the approximate number of Central Armed Police Force (CAPF) companies stationed in Manipur to maintain order after the imposition of President's Rule?

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Over 250 companies, The article states that 'a formidable contingent exceeding 250 Central Armed Police Force companies remains stationed to maintain order' following President's Rule. The other options are lower distractors.

Question 24

On which date did the Supreme Court make the statement regarding following temple rituals and practices?

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April 9, 2026, The article explicitly states that the Supreme Court of India made this statement on Thursday, April 9, 2026. April 10 is the publication date of the news article, not the date of the statement.

Question 25

What was a primary concern expressed by Justice Nagarathna regarding granting unrestrained rights to religious denominations under Article 26(b)?

Accepted Answer

It could negatively affect Hinduism by dividing society and excluding sections from temples., Justice Nagarathna expressed apprehension that if denominations could exclude others, as in the Venkataramana Devaru case, it would 'affect Hinduism negatively' and lead to societal division. This concern is directly mentioned in the article.

Question 26

What is the primary rationale behind India's directive to stop granting environmental clearances for new HFC production capacity after 2027?

Accepted Answer

To comply with its phase-down schedule under the Kigali Amendment, The article directly links the government directive to India's international commitments under the Kigali Amendment, which mandates a freeze on new production capacity from January 1, 2028. While protecting the ozone layer was the original goal of the Montreal Protocol, HFCs are targeted for their global warming potential, not ozone depletion.

Question 27

What is a primary strategic rationale cited in the article for developing the Great Nicobar Island project, despite ecological concerns?

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To create a transshipment hub and enhance India's maritime security in the Indian Ocean., The article mentions that the project, including an international airport and transshipment port, is proposed to make the island an 'economic and defence hub'. It was given a go-ahead 'keeping in mind the strategic importance of the port to be developed,' linking it to maritime security.

Question 28

What is identified as a primary structural reform needed for reconciliation in Manipur, according to the analysis in the article?

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Recovering looted weapons and dismantling parallel militant structures, The article's analysis of the 'road ahead' lists 'Disarmament first' as a key point, specifically mentioning the need to recover looted weapons and dismantle vigilante and militant parallel structures. The other options are not highlighted as primary structural reforms.

Question 29

What is the primary constitutional implication of the Supreme Court's emphasis on the 'sampradaya' test for temple entry?

Accepted Answer

It strengthens the autonomy of religious denominations under Article 26., By stating that worshippers must follow a temple's established practices (sampradaya), the Court reinforces the right of religious denominations under Article 26 to manage their own affairs in matters of religion. This clarifies the limits of individual religious freedom (Article 25) when it conflicts with institutional religious norms.

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