Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 12 August 2026MCQs for UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching Exams
Practice the Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 12 August 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, Environment and Infrastructure.
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Q1Which constitutional amendment inserted Part XIV-A (Tribunals) into the Constitution of India?
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Which constitutional amendment inserted Part XIV-A (Tribunals) into the Constitution of India?
Answer: 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976
The 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976 inserted Part XIV-A containing Articles 323A and 323B, which provide for the establishment of tribunals. The other amendments are related to other subjects (44th - Right to Property, 73rd - Panchayats, 74th - Municipalities).
Polity · Governance · easy
Q2Which Supreme Court judgment mandated the establishment of a National Tribunals Commission (NTC)?
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Which Supreme Court judgment mandated the establishment of a National Tribunals Commission (NTC)?
Answer: Madras Bar Association (2025)
The article states that the final straw was the Supreme Court's judgment in Madras Bar Association (2025), which struck down objectionable provisions and gave the government four months to establish the NTC. This judgment directly led to the Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026.
Polity · Governance · easy
Q3Which ministry is primarily responsible for implementing the Indian Railways' net-zero carbon emission target?
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Which ministry is primarily responsible for implementing the Indian Railways' net-zero carbon emission target?
Answer: Ministry of Railways
The Indian Railways operates under the Ministry of Railways, which is responsible for its policy, operations, and decarbonisation initiatives including electrification and renewable energy integration.
Environment · Infrastructure · Economy · easy
Q4Which constitutional article was invoked by the Supreme Court to balance the power to demolish unauthorised homes with the duty to rehabilitate?
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Which constitutional article was invoked by the Supreme Court to balance the power to demolish unauthorised homes with the duty to rehabilitate?
Answer: Article 21
The Supreme Court explicitly linked the right to shelter, dignity, and livelihood to Article 21 of the Constitution. Article 14 deals with equality, Article 19 with freedoms, and Article 32 with the right to constitutional remedies.
Polity · Governance · Social Issues · easy
Q5Which ministry is primarily responsible for introducing the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026?
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Which ministry is primarily responsible for introducing the Mines and Minerals (Development and Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026?
Answer: Ministry of Coal and Mines
The Bill was introduced by Minister of Coal and Mines G Kishan Reddy in the Lok Sabha. The Ministry of Coal and Mines is the nodal ministry for the MMDR Act and mineral policy in India.
Polity · Economy · Governance · easy
Q6Which Act provides for the investigation of misbehaviour of Supreme Court and High Court judges, leading to their removal by Parliament?
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Which Act provides for the investigation of misbehaviour of Supreme Court and High Court judges, leading to their removal by Parliament?
Answer: Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968
The Judges (Inquiry) Act, 1968 lays down the procedure for investigating charges of misbehaviour or incapacity against a Supreme Court or High Court judge. It is the statutory mechanism for initiating the removal process under Article 124(4) of the Constitution.
Polity · Governance · easy
Q7Which Ministry is primarily responsible for the 'Environment Protection (End of Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025' mentioned in the article?
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Which Ministry is primarily responsible for the 'Environment Protection (End of Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025' mentioned in the article?
Answer: Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change
The article specifically mentions 'Environment Protection (End of Life Vehicles) Rules, 2025'. Under the Government of India (Allocation of Business) Rules, matters relating to environmental protection and pollution control fall under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change.
Environment · Economy · Infrastructure · easy
Q8Which international court has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?
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Which international court has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu?
Answer: International Criminal Court (ICC)
The article states that the ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Mr. Netanyahu. The ICJ deals with state disputes, not individual criminal prosecution. The PCA and UNSC are not directly mentioned in this context.
International Relations · Security · Social Issues · easy
Q9Which institution is responsible for recognising a political party as a 'national party' or 'state party' in India?
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Which institution is responsible for recognising a political party as a 'national party' or 'state party' in India?
Answer: Election Commission of India
As per the Election Symbols (Reservation and Allotment) Order, 1968, the Election Commission of India (ECI) is the sole authority to recognise parties as national or state parties based on their electoral performance and vote share in states. The article's analysis of national vs regional party categories relies on this ECI classification.
Polity · Governance · State Governance · easy
Q10Under which Act is the Master Plan for Delhi drafted?
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Under which Act is the Master Plan for Delhi drafted?
Answer: Delhi Development Act, 1957
The article states that the Master Plan for Delhi is drafted under the Delhi Development Act, 1957. The other years given as options are Master Plan years, not the year of the Act.
Governance · Infrastructure · State Governance · easy
Q11Consider the following statements regarding tribunals in India:
1. Part XIV-A of the Constitution was inserted by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976.
2. Tribunals were part of the original Constitution of India.
3. The Supreme Court, in L Chandra Kumar v Union of India, held that judicial review by High Courts over tribunals is part of the basic structure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding tribunals in India:
1. Part XIV-A of the Constitution was inserted by the 42nd Constitutional Amendment Act, 1976.
2. Tribunals were part of the original Constitution of India.
3. The Supreme Court, in L Chandra Kumar v Union of India, held that judicial review by High Courts over tribunals is part of the basic structure.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct: Part XIV-A was inserted by the 42nd Amendment. Statement 2 is incorrect: Tribunals were not part of the original Constitution. Statement 3 is correct: The Supreme Court in L Chandra Kumar (1997) declared that judicial review by High Courts is part of the basic structure. Hence option C is correct.
Polity · Governance · hard
Q12Consider the following statements regarding the Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026:
1. The Bill was passed by both Houses of Parliament after extensive debate and discussion.
2. The Bill creates a National Tribunals Commission (NTC) but retains significant executive control over its appointments and finances.
3. The Bill restores five-year terms for tribunal members and introduces uniform service conditions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding the Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026:
1. The Bill was passed by both Houses of Parliament after extensive debate and discussion.
2. The Bill creates a National Tribunals Commission (NTC) but retains significant executive control over its appointments and finances.
3. The Bill restores five-year terms for tribunal members and introduces uniform service conditions.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 2 and 3
Statement 1 is incorrect because the article mentions the Bill was passed with no discussion in the Lok Sabha (August 10) and Rajya Sabha (August 11). Statement 2 is correct as the article highlights that the Bill does not give the NTC full autonomy and the executive retains influence. Statement 3 is correct as the Bill restores five-year terms and introduces uniform service conditions.
Polity · Governance · hard
Q13Consider the following statements regarding Indian Railways' decarbonisation:
1. Indian Railways has achieved 99.6% electrification of its broad gauge network as of March 2026.
2. The shift from Head-On Generation (HoG) to End-on-Generation (EoG) systems reduces fuel costs and improves seating capacity.
3. The National Rail Plan (NRP) 2030 aims to increase rail's modal freight share from 27% to 45%.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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Consider the following statements regarding Indian Railways' decarbonisation:
1. Indian Railways has achieved 99.6% electrification of its broad gauge network as of March 2026.
2. The shift from Head-On Generation (HoG) to End-on-Generation (EoG) systems reduces fuel costs and improves seating capacity.
3. The National Rail Plan (NRP) 2030 aims to increase rail's modal freight share from 27% to 45%.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: Both 1 and 3
Statement 1 is correct as the article states 99.6% broad gauge electrification by March 2026. Statement 2 is incorrect because the shift is FROM EoG TO HoG (not vice versa) - HoG draws power from overhead lines, eliminating diesel generator cars. Statement 3 is correct as NRP 2030 targets increasing rail's modal freight share from ~27% to 45%.
Environment · Infrastructure · Economy · hard
Q14According to the Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026, how many tribunals will be brought under the umbrella of the proposed National Tribunals Commission (NTC)?
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According to the Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026, how many tribunals will be brought under the umbrella of the proposed National Tribunals Commission (NTC)?
Answer: 16
The article states that the NTC will bring 16 tribunals under its umbrella, creating a common framework for governance. Previously, the number was reduced from 26 to 19 by the Finance Act 2017, and further to 16 by the Tribunals Reforms Act 2021. The Bill 2026 retains the 16 tribunals.
Polity · Governance · medium
Q15On which date was the Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026 passed by the Rajya Sabha?
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On which date was the Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026 passed by the Rajya Sabha?
Answer: August 11, 2026
The article clearly states that the Lok Sabha passed the Bill on August 10 and the Rajya Sabha on August 11, 2026. August 12 is the date of the article's publication, and August 9 is not mentioned.
Polity · Governance · medium
Topics Covered
- Polity
- Governance
- Environment
- Infrastructure
- Economy
- Social Issues
- International Relations
- Security
- State Governance
Relevant for UPSC Prelims, MPSC, SSC CGL, Banking , Teaching and State PSC exams.
Articles Covered
- Tribunals Reforms Bill 2026: National Tribunals Commission to Oversee 16 Tribunals
- Lok Sabha Passes Tribunal Reforms Bill 2026: NTC Creation but Autonomy Concerns Remain
- Indian Railways Achieves 99.6% Electrification, Targets Net-Zero Carbon by 2030
- SC Directs Uniform Policy for Demolition & Rehabilitation of Unauthorised Homes Under Article 21
- Lok Sabha Passes MMDR Amendment Bill 2026: States Barred from Levying Additional Tax on Mineral Rights
- Judges (Inquiry) Act 1968 Invoked: Panel Finds Unexplained Cash at Justice Varma’s Residence, Report Tabled in Parliament
- 129 RVSFs Operational in 21 States: Circular Economy Need for Vehicle Retrofitment Over Scrappage
- Israel Rejects 15-Point Gaza Peace Plan; Netanyahu Refuses Withdrawal Without Full Disarmament
- Regional Parties Retain 33.5% Vote Share Despite Setbacks: Enduring Role in Coalition Era
- DDA Approves Master Plan Delhi 2047: Land Pooling, GDA Policy, 3,500 Hectares Unauthorised
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