Question 1

What topics are covered in the 28 July 2026 current affairs quiz?

Accepted Answer

The 28 July 2026 quiz covers Economy, International Relations, Security, Geography with 25 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 28 July 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

Accepted Answer

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 strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is a critical chokepoint for global oil trade?

Accepted Answer

Bab al-Mandab, The Bab al-Mandab Strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and the Arabian Sea. It is a critical chokepoint for global energy supplies, as mentioned in the article. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, while the Strait of Malacca is in Southeast Asia.

Question 6

Which strait connects the Red Sea to the Gulf of Aden and is considered a critical maritime chokepoint for global oil trade?

Accepted Answer

Bab el-Mandeb Strait, The Bab el-Mandeb Strait separates Yemen from Djibouti and Eritrea, linking the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden and Indian Ocean. It is the southern gateway to the Suez Canal and a vital chokepoint for oil and trade. The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman, while the Malacca Strait is between Southeast Asia.

Question 7

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the National Testing Agency (NTA)?

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Ministry of Education, The NTA operates under the Ministry of Education as an autonomous organisation. The Ministry of Education is responsible for policy formulation and oversight of national testing bodies.

Question 8

Which state had the earliest anti-cheating law among the following, as mentioned in the article?

Accepted Answer

Odisha (1988), The article states that Odisha (then Orissa) enacted the Orissa Conduct of Examinations Act in 1988, making it the earliest among the states listed. Uttar Pradesh's 1998 Act and Andhra Pradesh's 1997 Act are later, while Rajasthan's law is from 2022.

Question 9

Which international treaty allows Saudi Arabia to pursue a peaceful civilian nuclear programme?

Accepted Answer

Nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT), The article states that as a signatory to the NPT, Saudi Arabia has every right to pursue a peaceful nuclear programme. The NPT's Article IV explicitly recognizes that right. The other treaties deal with testing, arms reduction, or prohibition of nuclear weapons, not civilian nuclear energy.

Question 10

Which UN agency is primarily responsible for implementing the 1951 Refugee Convention and protecting refugees?

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UNHCR, UNHCR stands for United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees. The article explicitly refers to UNHCR's role in resettlement and protection. UNRWA deals only with Palestinian refugees, IOM deals with migration, and ICRC deals with armed conflict humanitarian law.

Question 11

Which grassroots organization's public hearings led to the enactment of the Right to Information Act, 2005?

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Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan, The article states that MKSS, a grassroots organization in rural Rajasthan, held public hearings exposing corruption, which led to the enactment of the RTI Act in 2005.

Question 12

Which ministry is primarily responsible for issuing the draft Corporate Average Fuel Efficiency (CAFE) III norms in India?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Power, The draft notification for CAFE III norms was issued by the Power Ministry, as per the article. The Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE) under this ministry administers the norms. Options A, C, and D are related to environment, industry, and oil sectors respectively, but not directly responsible for CAFE regulations.

Question 13

Which legal provision was primarily invoked by the Delhi High Court to hold that OpenAI's use of copyrighted content for AI training is protected?

Accepted Answer

Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957, The Delhi High Court held that OpenAI's use of ANI's works was prima facie protected under the fair dealing provision of the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, which is Section 52. This section lists acts that do not constitute infringement, including use for research or private study.

Question 14

Which institution conducts the Sample Registration System (SRS) that provides data on fertility and mortality in India?

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Registrar General of India, The Sample Registration System (SRS) is a large-scale demographic survey conducted by the Registrar General of India, under the Ministry of Home Affairs. It provides annual estimates of births, deaths, and fertility indicators like TFR. IIPS conducts the NFHS, not SRS.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding India's oil imports:

1. India depends on imports to meet over 88% of its oil requirement.

2. Russian crude imports accounted for over 50% of India's total oil imports in June 2026.

3. The Novorossiysk terminal supplied 840,000 bpd of crude to India, which was 50% of India's Russian crude imports.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct: the article states India depends on imports to meet over 88% of its oil requirement. Statement 2 is correct: Russian crude imports hit record highs of about 2.6 million bpd in June, accounting for over 50% of India's overall oil imports. Statement 3 is incorrect: the Novorossiysk terminal supplied about 28% (not 50%) of India's Russian crude imports in June.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the Houthi blockade and the Bab el-Mandeb Strait:

1. The Houthis announced a maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia on July 20, 2026, targeting Saudi-linked vessels.

2. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is approximately 50 km wide at its narrowest point.

3. A diversion around the Cape of Good Hope typically adds 10 to 15 days to a voyage compared to transiting the Suez Canal.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: the Houthi blockade was announced on July 20, 2026. Statement 2 is incorrect: the Bab el-Mandeb is only about 30 km wide at its narrowest point, not 50 km. Statement 3 is correct: a diversion around the Cape of Good Hope adds 10-15 days to a voyage. Hence option C is correct.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the NTA reorganisation:

1. The Radhakrishnan Committee recommended placing the NTA under a Director General of Additional Secretary rank.

2. The committee suggested NTA should remain a society under the 1860 Act to maintain flexibility.

3. The recruitment drive for key positions like CTO and CFO was announced in May 2026.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct: the committee recommended a Director General of Additional Secretary rank. Statement 2 is incorrect: the committee recommended elevating NTA to a statutory authority, not keeping it as a society. Statement 3 is correct: recruitment notifications for CTO, CFO, and GM-HR were released in May 2026.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026:

1. The Bill proposes to increase the minimum imprisonment for individuals from 3 years to 5 years.

2. The maximum fine for service providers is proposed to be increased from ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore.

3. Appeals against the judgment of a Special Fast Track Court must be filed within 60 days.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct: the Bill increases minimum imprisonment from 3 to 5 years. Statement 2 is correct: maximum fine for service providers goes from ₹1 crore to ₹5 crore. Statement 3 is incorrect: the appeal period is 30 days, not 60 days. Hence option C is correct.

Question 19

Consider the following statements regarding the US-Saudi civil nuclear deal:

1. The deal requires Saudi Arabia to adopt the IAEA Additional Protocol for short-notice inspections.

2. President Trump added a condition that Saudi Arabia must join the Abraham Accords after the agreement was signed.

3. The deal was announced while the US was engaged in a war with Iran over Tehran's nuclear programme.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect: the article explicitly says the deal does NOT require Saudi Arabia to adopt the IAEA Additional Protocol. Statement 2 is correct: Trump added the Abraham Accords condition after the deal was signed. Statement 3 is correct: the deal was announced amid a US-Iran war that began over Iran's nuclear programme.

Question 20

According to the article, what was the record high level of Russian crude oil imports by India in June 2026?

Accepted Answer

2.6 million bpd, The article states that India's Russian crude imports increased sharply to record highs of about 2.6 million bpd in June 2026. Option A (1.1 million bpd) is the amount loaded at Novorossiysk, option C (3.0 million bpd) is a potential future level, and option D (4.5 million bpd) is Russia's total crude export figure.

Question 21

According to the U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA), how many barrels of crude oil and petroleum products transited the Bab el-Mandeb Strait daily in 2023?

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9.3 million barrels, The U.S. EIA reported that approximately 9.3 million barrels of crude oil and petroleum products transited the Bab el-Mandeb daily in 2023. After Houthi attacks began, this dropped by more than half to around 4.1 million barrels per day in 2024. The other options are distractors.

Question 22

How many contractual staff were relieved of duty as part of the NTA overhaul?

Accepted Answer

47, The article states that over 47 contractual staff have been relieved of duty. The other options are close distractors; 37 and 57 do not match the exact figure given.

Question 23

According to the Amendment Bill, what is the minimum term of imprisonment for persons involved in organised examination-related crimes?

Accepted Answer

7 years, The Bill proposes to increase the minimum term of imprisonment for organised crime from 5 years to 7 years, extendable up to 10 years. Life imprisonment is not proposed for individuals under this Bill (though some states like Rajasthan have it).

Question 24

On what date was the US-Saudi civil nuclear deal announced according to the article?

Accepted Answer

July 22, 2026, The article states: 'The July 22 deal suggested that Riyadh and Washington continued talks and remained keen on nuclear cooperation.' The other dates are distractors: July 28 is the publication date of the editorial, not the deal announcement.

Question 25

What is the primary risk to India's oil supply security highlighted in the article, aside from the Red Sea disruption?

Accepted Answer

Potential disruption to Russia's Novorossiysk terminal from Ukrainian attacks, The article emphasizes that a sustained disruption to Russian Black Sea exports via Novorossiysk could have a greater impact on India's crude availability than disruptions to Saudi Red Sea exports, as Russia has become the dominant supplier. The terminal supplied 840,000 bpd to India in June, and any prolonged halt would tighten global supply.

Question 26

What is the primary reason the Houthi maritime blockade against Saudi Arabia is a significant concern for India?

Accepted Answer

India imports over 85% of its crude oil and relies on the Red Sea corridor for trade with Europe, India imports more than 85% of its crude oil and a substantial share of its trade with Europe (pharmaceuticals, engineering goods) passes through the Red Sea corridor. Instability in the Bab el-Mandeb increases freight costs, delays shipments, and raises oil prices, directly impacting India's energy security and export competitiveness.

Question 27

What is the primary objective of the NTA reorganisation as outlined in the Radhakrishnan Committee report?

Accepted Answer

To transform NTA into a self-reliant, statutory, and research-driven testing body with zero-glitch capability, The committee's core mandate moves the agency away from excessive outsourcing toward an empowered self-reliant institutional model. The goal is to rebuild public confidence and meet the 2027 CBT mandate, not to reduce exams or privatise.

Question 28

What is the primary objective of the Public Examinations (Prevention of Unfair Means) Amendment Bill, 2026?

Accepted Answer

To provide for faster investigation and trial of examination-related offences, The Bill aims to strengthen deterrence and ensure integrity of public examinations by introducing fast-track investigation (2 months), trial within 3 months, and Special Fast Track Courts. Options A, C, and D are not mentioned in the article. The focus is on swift justice, not increasing exams or privatization.

Question 29

What is the primary non-proliferation concern raised by the omission of the IAEA Additional Protocol in the US-Saudi nuclear deal?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia could acquire the technical capability to weaponise its nuclear programme without detection., The article states that omitting the Additional Protocol 'has fuelled concerns that the kingdom could eventually acquire the technical capability to weaponise its nuclear programme.' The Additional Protocol allows short-notice inspections to detect undeclared activities. Without it, Saudi enrichment could proceed covertly.

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