Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 12 April 2026MCQs for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching Exams
Practice the Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 12 April 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 Polity, Governance, Social Issues and International Relations.
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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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Q1The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, which reserved seats for women in local bodies, were passed in which years?
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The 73rd and 74th Constitutional Amendments, which reserved seats for women in local bodies, were passed in which years?
Answer: 1992 and 1993
The article explicitly states that the 73rd and 74th constitutional amendments were passed in 1992 and 1993. These amendments mandated reservation for women in panchayats and municipalities.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · easy
Q2The 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, mentioned in the context of the article, was formally known as?
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The 2015 nuclear deal with Iran, mentioned in the context of the article, was formally known as?
Answer: Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA)
The article explicitly refers to the 'JCPOA in 2015', which is the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action. This was the nuclear deal negotiated between Iran and the P5+1 group of nations.
International Relations · Security · easy
Q3Which two Union Ministries submitted a joint affidavit to the Supreme Court regarding safeguards under the Forest Rights Act for PMAY-G houses on forest land?
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Which two Union Ministries submitted a joint affidavit to the Supreme Court regarding safeguards under the Forest Rights Act for PMAY-G houses on forest land?
Answer: Ministry of Tribal Affairs and Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
The article explicitly states that the Ministries of Tribal Affairs and Environment submitted a joint affidavit. The Ministry of Tribal Affairs is the nodal ministry for the Forest Rights Act, while MoEFCC is responsible for the Forest Conservation Act.
Polity · Environment · Social Issues · Governance · easy
Q4The '1992 Consensus', often mentioned in the context of Cross-Strait relations, is an understanding between which two entities?
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The '1992 Consensus', often mentioned in the context of Cross-Strait relations, is an understanding between which two entities?
Answer: The Chinese Communist Party (CCP) and the Kuomintang (KMT)
The '1992 Consensus' refers to a tacit agreement reached through meetings between the CCP of mainland China and the KMT of Taiwan. It states that both sides acknowledge there is only 'One China', but they agree to differ on its interpretation.
International Relations · Polity · History · medium
Q5The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint mentioned in the news, lies between which of the following countries?
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The Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint mentioned in the news, lies between which of the following countries?
Answer: Oman and Iran
As per the article's 'Do You Know' section, the Strait of Hormuz lies between Oman and Iran, linking the Persian Gulf with the Gulf of Oman. This is a key geographical fact for Prelims.
International Relations · Economy · Science Tech · Social Issues · easy
Q6Under which ministry/department is the National Productivity Council (NPC) constituted?
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Under which ministry/department is the National Productivity Council (NPC) constituted?
Answer: Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade
The article states NPC is an autonomous organisation under the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT), Ministry of Commerce & Industry. While option C is the broader ministry, the specific department is DPIIT.
Environment · Governance · easy
Q7The new CBSE curriculum on Computational Thinking and AI was launched by which Union Minister?
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The new CBSE curriculum on Computational Thinking and AI was launched by which Union Minister?
Answer: Minister of Education
The article states that the curriculum was released by Dharmendra Pradhan, the Education Minister of the Union Government. This falls under the purview of the Ministry of Education.
Governance · Science Tech · Social Issues · easy
Q8As per the news, which central agency's extradition cell should state extradition cells consult for clarification in complex cases?
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As per the news, which central agency's extradition cell should state extradition cells consult for clarification in complex cases?
Answer: Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI)
The article explicitly states that the Home Secretary advised state extradition cells to consult the 'CBI’s extradition cell for clarification in complex cases.' This highlights the CBI's nodal role in coordinating international police and judicial requests.
Polity · Governance · International Relations · easy
Q9The Mediation Act, mentioned in the news as needing implementation, was enacted in which year?
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The Mediation Act, mentioned in the news as needing implementation, was enacted in which year?
Answer: 2023
The article explicitly states 'the enactment of the Mediation Act, 2023'. The Arbitration and Conciliation Act was enacted in 1996.
Polity · Governance · easy
Q10The draft EV Policy 2026, as mentioned in the article, is an initiative of which state government?
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The draft EV Policy 2026, as mentioned in the article, is an initiative of which state government?
Answer: Government of Delhi
The article explicitly states that the 'draft Electric Vehicle Policy 2026' was 'released by the Delhi government'. Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Transport Minister Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh are quoted discussing the policy.
Environment · State Governance · Infrastructure · easy
Q11Consider the following statements regarding the Women's Reservation Bill:
1. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam was passed by the Lok Sabha in the year 2023.
2. Its implementation was originally made contingent on the completion of a delimitation exercise based on the 2021 Census data.
3. Earlier attempts to legislate for women's reservation in Parliament were made in 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2008.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the Women's Reservation Bill:
1. The Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam was passed by the Lok Sabha in the year 2023.
2. Its implementation was originally made contingent on the completion of a delimitation exercise based on the 2021 Census data.
3. Earlier attempts to legislate for women's reservation in Parliament were made in 1996, 1998, 1999, and 2008.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as the article confirms the bill was passed in 2023. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article says implementation was contingent on a delimitation based on a post-2023 Census, not the 2021 Census. Statement 3 is correct as the article lists these exact years for previous attempts.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · hard
Q12Consider the following statements regarding the US-Iran talks discussed in the article:
1. The talks in Islamabad were the first high-level political contact between the US and Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
2. A key Iranian demand was the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international traffic.
3. Iran has approximately 440 kg of highly enriched uranium, which is a major point of contention.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the US-Iran talks discussed in the article:
1. The talks in Islamabad were the first high-level political contact between the US and Iran since the 1979 Islamic Revolution.
2. A key Iranian demand was the immediate and unconditional reopening of the Strait of Hormuz to international traffic.
3. Iran has approximately 440 kg of highly enriched uranium, which is a major point of contention.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as per the article which states this was the 'first high-level political contact... since the 1979 Islamic Revolution'. Statement 2 is incorrect; it is the US that demanded Iran reopen the Strait of Hormuz, not the other way around. Statement 3 is directly correct as the article mentions 'more than 440 kg of highly enriched uranium' as a sticking point.
International Relations · Security · hard
Q13Consider the following statements regarding the safeguards under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, as mentioned in the Centre's affidavit to the Supreme Court:
1. The Gram Sabha proceedings for claims require a quorum of 50% of its members.
2. Rule 12A(1) of the FRA mandates that only revenue department officials must be present during on-site verification of claims.
3. The titles granted under FRA are non-transferable.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the safeguards under the Forest Rights Act (FRA), 2006, as mentioned in the Centre's affidavit to the Supreme Court:
1. The Gram Sabha proceedings for claims require a quorum of 50% of its members.
2. Rule 12A(1) of the FRA mandates that only revenue department officials must be present during on-site verification of claims.
3. The titles granted under FRA are non-transferable.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as per the article, which mentions a 50% quorum. Statement 2 is incorrect because Rule 12A(1) mandates the presence of both forest and revenue department officials, not just revenue officials. Statement 3 is correct as non-transferability of titles is listed as one of the safeguards.
Polity · Environment · Social Issues · Governance · hard
Q14According to the proposals discussed in the article, to what number is the total strength of the Lok Sabha likely to be increased under the new delimitation?
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According to the proposals discussed in the article, to what number is the total strength of the Lok Sabha likely to be increased under the new delimitation?
Answer: 816
The article clearly states that Lok Sabha seats are likely to increase from 543 to 816, which is a 50% increase. The other numbers are distractors; 543 is the current strength.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · medium
Q15According to the article, what is the approximate value of Iranian frozen revenues held abroad that Tehran demanded be released?
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According to the article, what is the approximate value of Iranian frozen revenues held abroad that Tehran demanded be released?
Answer: $27 billion
The article clearly states Iran's demand for 'about $27 billion in frozen revenues held abroad be released'. The other figures are plausible distractors but not mentioned in the provided content.
International Relations · Security · medium
Topics Covered
- Polity
- Governance
- Social Issues
- International Relations
- Security
- Environment
- History
- Economy
- Science Tech
- State Governance
- Infrastructure
Relevant for UPSC Prelims, MPSC, SSC CGL, Banking , Teaching and State PSC exams.
Articles Covered
- Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam 2023: Implementation Delinked from Census, Lok Sabha Seats May Increase from 543 to 816 with 273 Reserved for Women
- US-Iran Islamabad Talks Fail: Key Sticking Points on Strait of Hormuz, Nuclear Stockpile, and $27 Billion Frozen Assets
- FRA Safeguards for PMAY-G Houses on Forest Land: 3-Tier Verification, 50% Gram Sabha Quorum, 25.38 Lakh Titles Distributed
- Taiwan's Kuomintang Leader Visits China, Reaffirms 1992 Consensus on 'One China' Amid Cross-Strait Tensions
- US-Iran Ceasefire Talks in Islamabad; India's LPG Tanker Jag Vikram Crosses Strait of Hormuz After 2-Week Truce
- National Productivity Council Appointed as EADA Under Environment Audit Rules 2025 to Strengthen Compliance Framework
- CBSE Introduces Computational Thinking & AI Curriculum for Classes 3-8, Launched by Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan
- Home Secretary Flags Violation of 'Rule of Specialty' Under Extradition Act 1962 Section 21, Directs State Compliance
- Supreme Court Justice B V Nagarathna Highlights Judicial Reluctance, Urges Mediation Act 2023 Implementation for ADR Reform
- Delhi Draft EV Policy 2026 Proposes 50% Road Tax Break for Hybrids, ₹3,954 Cr Fund, ICE Two-Wheeler Ban from 2028
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