Question 1

What topics are covered in the 27 April 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 27 April 2026 quiz covers Agriculture, Economy, International Relations, Social Issues with 15 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 27 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

Which research institute, mentioned in the article, provided the estimates for total farm power availability in India for 2024-25?

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ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering, Bhopal, The article explicitly states that researchers SP Singh, Surendra Singh, and KP Saha from the Bhopal-based ICAR-Central Institute of Agricultural Engineering estimated the total farm power availability. This is a direct fact from the provided content.

Question 6

The Pradhan Mantri Kaushal Vikas Yojana (PMKVY) is implemented under which Union Ministry?

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Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, The article states the government established the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship in 2014 and mentions the PMKVY allocation. PMKVY is the flagship skill certification scheme of this ministry.

Question 7

The Himachal Pradesh High Court judgment referenced a specific rule from the Central Civil Services (Pension) Rules. Which rule specifically addresses family pension in cases involving more than one widow?

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Rule 50(8), The article explicitly mentions that the court noted Rule 50(8) of the CCS Pension Rules 2021 provides for family pension to two wives. This is a precise factual takeaway from the news.

Question 8

As per the article, which political party in Taiwan currently advocates for closer ties with mainland China and was involved in the recent meeting with President Xi Jinping?

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Kuomintang (KMT), The article explicitly states that Chinese President Xi Jinping met with Cheng Li-wun of Taiwan's main opposition party, the Kuomintang (KMT). The KMT historically favours closer ties with mainland China, unlike the ruling Democratic Progressive Party (DPP).

Question 9

The Madras High Court directed which state government to formulate a comprehensive rehabilitation scheme for transgender persons?

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Government of Tamil Nadu, The article explicitly states that the Madras High Court directed the Tamil Nadu Government to take appropriate steps and frame a comprehensive rehabilitation scheme for transgender persons.

Question 10

Which Indian agency and ministry are highlighted as needing to urgently pursue AI-assisted security audits in response to the threats posed by AI models like Claude Mythos?

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CERT-In and Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, The article explicitly states that 'CERT-In and the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology need to urgently pursue AI-assisted security audits of domestic critical infrastructure.' CERT-In is the national nodal agency for cybersecurity under MeitY.

Question 11

Which constitutional body published the report on 'Conservation and Management of Lakes' that highlighted the loss of lakes in Jammu & Kashmir?

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Comptroller and Auditor General of India (CAG), The article explicitly mentions that the findings are from 'a recent report by the Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India on Conservation and Management of Lakes'. The CAG is India's supreme audit institution under Article 148 of the Constitution.

Question 12

Which central bank is responsible for monetary policy in the United Kingdom?

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The Bank of England, The Bank of England (BoE) is the central bank of the United Kingdom, responsible for setting monetary policy. The Federal Reserve is for the US, the European Central Bank for the Eurozone, and the Reserve Bank of India for India.

Question 13

Which constitutional amendments first provided for one-third reservation for women in local governance?

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73rd and 74th Amendments, The article explicitly states that reservation for women began under a Congress government with the 73rd and 74th Amendments in 1992, securing one-third reservation in panchayats and municipalities. The 106th Amendment is for Parliament and State Assemblies.

Question 14

Which constitutional body delivered the 2016 verdict that declared the Singur land acquisition illegal?

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Supreme Court of India, The article explicitly states that the Supreme Court in 2016 termed the Singur land acquisition process illegal. The Supreme Court is the highest judicial body in India with the power to review laws and executive actions.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the 'fossilisation' of Indian agriculture as discussed in the article:

1. The share of draught animals in total farm power availability in India fell below 50% for the first time in 1991-92.

2. The primary feedstock for manufacturing Nitrogen in chemical fertilisers in India has shifted from naphtha to predominantly imported natural gas.

3. The Green Revolution led to a decline in the consumption of high-analysis fertilisers like Urea and DAP, replacing them with low-analysis ones like Ammonium Sulphate.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct: The article states mechanical sources overtook animate sources (draught animals + labour) in 1991-92, implying the draught animal share fell below 50% before or around that time. Statement 2 is correct: It mentions fertiliser makers switched to naphtha and then to natural gas, with over 50% of natural gas being imported. Statement 3 is incorrect: The Green Revolution boosted demand for high-analysis fertilisers (Urea, DAP), not led to their decline.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding Female Labour Force Participation (FLFPR) in India as discussed in the article:

1. According to PLFS data from MOSPI, India's FLFPR in 2025 stood at 40 per cent.

2. The state with the lowest FLFPR as per the article is Uttar Pradesh.

3. The apparel sector creates more than 50 female jobs for every ₹1 crore of capital invested.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per PLFS data cited. Statement 2 is incorrect; Bihar has the lowest FLFPR at 24.7%, not Uttar Pradesh (32.4%). Statement 3 is correct as the article states the apparel sector creates 55 female jobs per ₹1 crore investment.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the recent Himachal Pradesh High Court judgment on family pension:

1. The court granted family pension solely on the grounds that the woman's marriage was legally valid under the Hindu Marriage Act.

2. The judgment invoked a presumption of valid marriage under the Indian Evidence Act based on the long cohabitation of the parties.

3. The court held that a bigamous relationship, while illegal, is not necessarily immoral for the purpose of denying social benefits.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect. The marriage was held to be a nullity (illegal) by the family court, and the HC did not validate it; it granted pension on other grounds. Statement 2 is correct as the article mentions the presumption under the Evidence Act. Statement 3 is correct as the court distinguished between 'illegal' and 'immoral'.

Question 18

According to the article, what was the approximate consumption of fertiliser products in terms of NPK (Nitrogen, Phosphorous, Potassium) in India during 2024-25?

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32.9 million tonnes, The article clearly states: "Consumption of fertiliser products in terms of N, P and K was over 32.9 million tonnes (mt) in 2024-25." 69,800 tonnes was the 1950-51 figure, 1.16 million refers to tractor sales (2025-26), and 38.8 million tonnes is the specific urea consumption within that total NPK figure.

Question 19

As per the article, what is the number of female jobs created per ₹1 crore of investment in India's apparel sector?

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55, The article explicitly states: "The apparel sector creates 55 female jobs per Rs 1 crore investment." 153 is the total jobs (male+female) created, 27 is for automobile manufacturing, and 14 is for steel.

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