Question 1

What topics are covered in the 15 May 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 15 May 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, International Relations with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 15 May 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

As per Article 145(3) of the Constitution, what is the minimum number of judges required to constitute a 'Constitution Bench' of the Supreme Court?

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Five judges, Article 145(3) states that any case involving a substantial question of law as to the interpretation of the Constitution shall be heard by a bench of not less than five judges. The 9-judge bench in the Sabarimala reference exceeds this minimum requirement.

Question 6

The India-EFTA Trade and Economic Partnership Agreement (TEPA) involves which of the following country groups?

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Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland, The article explicitly states that the India-EFTA TEPA is between India and the European Free Trade Association, whose members are Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway, and Switzerland. This is a key static GK fact linked to the news.

Question 7

Which High Court ordered fresh judicial inquiries into custodial death cases in Jharkhand?

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Jharkhand High Court, The article explicitly mentions that the 'Jharkhand High Court' ordered fresh judicial inquiries. The Supreme Court rulings were cited, but the directive came from the Jharkhand High Court.

Question 8

Which Indian agency filed the chargesheet against the accused in the November 10 Delhi bomb blast case?

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National Investigation Agency (NIA), The article explicitly states that on May 14, the National Investigation Agency (NIA) filed a chargesheet against 10 accused. The NIA is the central agency mandated to investigate terror cases across India.

Question 9

As per the news, which national-level entrance exam for undergraduate medical courses was cancelled in 2026?

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National Eligibility cum Entrance Test (NEET-UG), The article explicitly mentions the cancellation of 'NEET-UG 2026'. NEET-UG is the single national entrance test for MBBS/BDS admissions in India, conducted by the National Testing Agency (NTA).

Question 10

Which national agency is responsible for conducting the Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) in India?

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National Statistical Office (NSO), The Periodic Labour Force Survey (PLFS) is conducted by the National Statistical Office (NSO), which is the central statistical agency of India. While the Ministry of Labour and Employment uses the data, the survey's execution falls under the NSO's mandate.

Question 11

Under which ministry does the National Testing Agency (NTA) function?

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Ministry of Education, The National Testing Agency (NTA) is an autonomous body established under the Ministry of Education (formerly Ministry of Human Resource Development). It is responsible for conducting major national entrance exams.

Question 12

Under which ministry does the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI), which conducted the survey of the Bhojshala complex, operate?

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Ministry of Culture, The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) is the premier organization for archaeological research and protection of cultural heritage in India. It functions under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India.

Question 13

Which major legislation governs the land acquisition and rehabilitation process for the Ken-Betwa project mentioned in the article?

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The Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013, The article explicitly states that officials say compensation has been awarded according to the Right to Fair Compensation and Transparency in Land Acquisition, Rehabilitation and Resettlement Act, 2013. This is the current law governing such processes.

Question 14

Under which Act was the National Green Tribunal (NGT) established?

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The National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, The NGT is a specialized judicial body established under the National Green Tribunal Act, 2010, for the effective disposal of cases relating to environmental protection and conservation. The article references the NGT's mandate.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Sabarimala reference case hearings:

1. The Solicitor General argued that Article 25(1) of the Constitution does not itself provide for gender equality.

2. The bench observed that Articles 15, 16, 25, and 26 all function on the same constitutional plane.

3. Justice B V Nagarathna remarked that public interest litigation (PIL) should not transform into 'private interest litigation' or 'publicity interest litigation'.

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 where SG Tushar Mehta argued Article 25(1) does not provide for gender equality. Statement 2 is incorrect because the bench cautioned against conflating Articles 15/16 with 25/26, stating they function on 'different planes'. Statement 3 is correct as Justice Nagarathna made this observation about PILs on Day 11.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding PM Modi's Europe visit as per the article:

1. The third India-Nordic Summit is being held in Oslo, Norway.

2. Sweden has removed Chinese vendors from its telecom networks as part of strategic de-risking.

3. The Netherlands is India's largest export destination in Europe.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

All three, Statement 1 is correct: The article states the summit is in Oslo. Statement 2 is correct: It mentions Sweden's firm position on de-risking from China, including removing Chinese vendors from telecom. Statement 3 is correct: The article notes the Netherlands is India's largest export destination in Europe. Hence, all are correct.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the Jharkhand High Court's ruling on custodial deaths:

1. The court termed custodial deaths as a 'profound failure of the constitutional machinery'.

2. The court found that 262 inquiries were conducted by Judicial Magistrates instead of Executive Magistrates.

3. The court ordered fresh inquiries in all custodial death cases since 2018.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the court used this phrase. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states 262 inquiries were conducted by Executive Magistrates illegally, not Judicial Magistrates. Statement 3 is correct as the court ordered fresh judicial inquiries in all cases since 2018 where executive inquiries were done.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the terrorism incidents in Jammu and Kashmir:

1. In 2024, 61 terrorism-related incidents were reported.

2. In 2025, the number of terrorism-related incidents reported was 35.

3. Up to May 2, 2026, only 9 terrorism-related incidents were reported.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

All three, All three statements are factually correct as per the article. It states: 'In J&K, against 61 terrorism-related incidents reported in 2024, 35 incidents were reported in 2025, and only nine had been reported up to May 2, 2026.'

Question 19

For how many days did the nine-judge Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court hear the Sabarimala reference case before reserving its verdict?

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16 days, The article clearly states that the hearing spanned '16 days', describing it as a 'marathon hearing'. The verdict was reserved on May 14, 2026, after these 16 days of proceedings.

Question 20

According to the article, what was the approximate value of bilateral merchandise trade between India and Norway in 2024-25?

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Approximately US$1 billion, The article specifically states: 'Bilateral merchandise trade approximately US$1 billion in 2024-25'. The other options are plausible distractors but do not match the exact figure provided in the news content.

Question 21

According to the Jharkhand government's affidavit, how many custodial deaths were reported in the state between 2018 and 2026?

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427, The article states that data submitted by the Jharkhand government showed '427 custodial deaths were reported in Jharkhand between 2018 and 2026'. 262 is the number of illegal inquiries, and 487 is the total number of inquiries.

Question 22

According to the article, how many security personnel were killed in terrorism-related incidents in Jammu and Kashmir in 2026?

Accepted Answer

1, The article provides the exact data: 'One security personnel was killed in the incidents in 2026'. The other options are distractors: 9 is the number of incidents in 2026, 17 is the number killed in 2025, and 35 is the number of incidents in 2025.

Question 23

Consider the following statements regarding medical education in India as discussed in the article:

1. The number of MBBS seats has nearly doubled from around 83,000 in 2021-22 to approximately 1.29 lakh in 2025-26.

2. A major challenge highlighted is the surplus of qualified faculty in pre-clinical disciplines across both government and private medical institutions.

3. The article suggests reforms like creating a national faculty pool and integrating 'Professors of Practice' to address faculty shortages.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the data in the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article highlights a critical 'shortage' of qualified faculty, not a surplus. Statement 3 is correct as the article proposes a 'national faculty pool' and integrating 'Professors of Practice' as innovative measures to mitigate faculty shortages.

Question 24

Consider the following statements regarding findings from the PLFS 2025 report:

1. The unemployment rate in India was reported to be 3%.

2. The share of employment in the agriculture sector has increased compared to previous years.

3. Only about 4% of individuals aged 15-59 have received formal vocational or technical training.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the PLFS 2025 reports an unemployment rate of 3%. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states agriculture's share of employment has declined to 43%, not increased. Statement 3 is correct as it directly quotes the article's data point on formal vocational training.

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