Question 1

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

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The 27 May 2026 quiz covers Governance, Economy, Social Issues, Polity with 25 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 27 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

Which ministry released the draft rules for the implementation of the VB-G RAM G Act?

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Ministry of Rural Development, The article states, 'The Ministry of Rural Development on May 23 released eight draft rules...' This ministry oversees rural development programs, including employment guarantee schemes.

Question 6

Which constitutional article vests the superintendence, direction, and control of elections in the Election Commission of India?

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Article 324, Article 324 of the Indian Constitution specifically vests the superintendence, direction, and control of all elections in the Election Commission of India. This is the source of its plenary powers, as referenced in the Supreme Court judgment.

Question 7

Under which part and article of the Indian Constitution is the Uniform Civil Code mentioned?

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Part IV, Article 44, The Uniform Civil Code is mentioned in Article 44 under Part IV (Directive Principles of State Policy) of the Indian Constitution. It directs the state to endeavour to secure a uniform civil code for its citizens.

Question 8

As per the 10th Schedule of the Constitution, who is the authority to decide on disqualification of a Rajya Sabha member on grounds of defection?

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The Chairman of the Rajya Sabha, Paragraph 6 of the 10th Schedule states that questions of disqualification of a member of a House shall be referred to the Chairman or Speaker of that House. For Rajya Sabha, it is the Chairman.

Question 9

Which article of the Constitution empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders for doing 'complete justice'?

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Article 142, Article 142(1) of the Constitution specifically grants the Supreme Court the power to pass any decree or order necessary for doing 'complete justice' in any cause or matter before it. This is an inherent power of the Court as the custodian of the Constitution.

Question 10

Under which Article of the Constitution is the Election Commission of India established?

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Article 324, The Election Commission of India is established under Article 324 of the Constitution, which grants it the superintendence, direction, and control of elections. Article 326 deals with adult suffrage.

Question 11

Under which Article of the Constitution did the Supreme Court uphold the Election Commission's power to conduct the Special Intensive Revision (SIR)?

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Article 324, The Supreme Court judgment specifically stated that the Election Commission of India was empowered under Article 324 of the Constitution to examine citizenship for the limited purpose of verifying inclusion in the electoral roll.

Question 12

Which constitutional body is primarily responsible for conducting the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) exercise mentioned in the news?

Accepted Answer

Election Commission of India, The Election Commission of India (ECI) is the constitutional body under Article 324 responsible for the superintendence, direction, and control of elections, including exercises like the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) of electoral rolls.

Question 13

Simon Stiell, who commented on India's extreme heat, is the Executive Secretary of which major UN body?

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United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), The article explicitly states that Simon Stiell is the executive secretary of the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC). UNEP is the UN's environmental agency, IPCC assesses climate science, and WMO focuses on weather and climate data.

Question 14

Which ministry is primarily responsible for the management of India's Strategic Petroleum Reserves and overseeing Oil Marketing Companies?

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Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, The Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas (MoPNG) is the nodal ministry for exploration, production, refining, and distribution of petroleum and natural gas in India. It oversees entities like OMCs and the Indian Strategic Petroleum Reserves Ltd. (ISPRL).

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the VB-G RAM G Act:

1. It increases the number of guaranteed wage employment days from 100 to 125 per rural household.

2. Under the Act, all states will bear 40% of the funding burden for the wage bill.

3. The Act provides for a 60-day pause during peak agricultural seasons.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article: 'It increases the number of working days from 100 to 125.' Statement 2 is incorrect because the article specifies exceptions: northeastern and Himalayan states as well as UTs with a legislature will have a 90% central funding burden, and UTs without a legislature will have 100% central funding. Statement 3 is correct: '...provides for a 60-day pause in the scheme during peak agricultural sowing and harvesting seasons...'

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's judgment on the Election Commission's Special Intensive Revision (SIR):

1. The Court held that the SIR exercise cannot be struck down merely for adopting a procedure different from the normal one.

2. The Court ruled that the ECI has the power to make a final and conclusive declaration on an individual's citizenship status.

3. The Court stated that any exclusion from electoral rolls under this process will be subject to judicial review.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article states the bench said the exercise cannot be struck down as ultra vires merely because it adopts a different procedure. Statement 2 is incorrect as the Court clarified the ECI's inquiry is 'limited' and does not amount to a final declaration of citizenship. Statement 3 is correct as the article explicitly mentions 'Any exclusion will be subject to review by the appropriate authority.'

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the Assam Uniform Civil Code Bill, 2026:

1. It is the first such legislation enacted by any state in India.

2. The Bill excludes the Scheduled Tribes (STs) of Assam from its purview.

3. The Bill mandates equal succession rights for sons and daughters and bans polygamy.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 2 and 3, Statement 1 is incorrect. The article states Assam is the third state after Uttarakhand and Gujarat to enact such a law, and Goa has had a UCC since 1961. Statement 2 is correct as STs are explicitly excluded. Statement 3 is correct as the article mentions the Bill ensures equal succession rights and bans polygamy.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Anti-Defection Law:

1. The 10th Schedule was added to the Constitution by the 52nd Amendment Act, 1985.

2. The provision for 'split' in a political party was deleted by the 91st Constitution Amendment Act, 2003.

3. The Supreme Court, in the Subhash Desai case (2023), emphasized the autonomy of the legislature party from its parent political party.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 2, Statement 1 is correct as the 10th Schedule was introduced by the 52nd Amendment. Statement 2 is correct as the 'split' provision (Paragraph 3) was indeed deleted by the 91st Amendment. Statement 3 is incorrect; the Supreme Court in Subhash Desai vs Principal Secretary (2023) declined to sever the link between the legislature party and the political party, reinforcing the primacy of the political party.

Question 19

Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court's power under Article 142:

1. It allows the Court to pass any order necessary for 'complete justice', even bypassing existing laws.

2. High Courts possess similar inherent powers under Article 226 to deliver complete justice at par with the Supreme Court.

3. The power is statutory, conferred by specific legislation like the Supreme Court Rules.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Only 1, Statement 1 is correct as Article 142 empowers the Supreme Court to pass orders for complete justice, acting beyond procedural constraints. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article cites the Supreme Court's decision in Anil Kumar Jain vs. Maya Jain (2009) which held that High Courts' powers under Article 226 are not at par with Article 142. Statement 3 is incorrect; the power is inherent and constitutional, not statutory.

Question 20

What is the total central allocation for the VB-G RAM G scheme for the financial year 2026-27 as mentioned in the article?

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₹95,692.31 crore, The article explicitly states: 'The Union government has allocated Rs 95,692.31 crore for the VB-G RAM G scheme for this financial year (2026-27).' The other options are close distractors.

Question 21

On which date had the Supreme Court reserved its decision on the petitions challenging the Election Commission's powers regarding the Special Intensive Revision?

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January 29, 2026, The article clearly states: 'The court had reserved its decision on a batch of petitions challenging the ECI’s powers on January 29 this year.' Since the article is from May 2026, 'this year' refers to 2026.

Question 22

According to the 2011 Census data mentioned in the article, what percentage of Assam's population do Scheduled Tribes constitute?

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12.45%, The article explicitly states that Scheduled Tribes constitute 12.45% of Assam's population according to the 2011 Census. Option D (34.22%) is the percentage of Muslims in Assam, which is also mentioned in the article.

Question 23

According to the news, on which date did seven AAP Rajya Sabha MPs announce their decision to merge with the BJP?

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April 24, 2026, The article explicitly states that on April 24, 2026, seven out of ten sitting AAP MPs publicly announced their decision to merge with the BJP. May 27, 2026, is the article's publication date.

Question 24

According to the article, what percentage of road fatalities in India occur on National Highways, despite them comprising only 2% of the total road network?

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30%, The article explicitly states that while National Highways comprise only 2% of roads, they account for 30% of fatalities. This alarming statistic was a contributing factor in the Supreme Court's decision to elevate safe travel as a fundamental right.

Question 25

According to the draft rules, what is a key provision made for existing MGNREGS workers during the transition to the VB-G RAM G scheme?

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Their verified MGNREGS job cards will remain valid for seeking employment under the new Act., The article explains under the 'Transitional Provisions': 'Their MGNREGS job cards, once renewed and verified through e-KYC, will remain valid for seeking employment under the VB-G RAM G Act.' This ensures continuity for existing beneficiaries. The article does not mention compensation, mandatory new cards, or priority allocation.

Question 26

What was the primary constitutional rationale given by the Election Commission for conducting a 'limited inquiry' into citizenship during the Special Intensive Revision of electoral rolls?

Accepted Answer

To ensure the right to vote under Article 326 is exercised only by citizens., As per the article, the ECI's stand was that 'the power flows from Article 326 of the Constitution dealing with universal adult suffrage, which gives the right to vote to only citizens, and this empowers it to ensure that those on the roll are indeed citizens.' The other options are not mentioned in the article.

Question 27

What was a primary reason cited by the Assam Chief Minister for excluding Scheduled Tribes from the Uniform Civil Code Bill?

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As a mark of respect and because their customary laws have rules similar to the UCC., The article quotes the Chief Minister saying STs were excluded "as a mark of respect and because their age-old customary laws have rules and regulations similar to the UCC." The other options, while plausible in a broader context, are not mentioned in the provided article.

Question 28

What is the fundamental constitutional question raised by the recent AAP MPs' merger under Paragraph 4 of the 10th Schedule?

Accepted Answer

Whether a merger can be effected solely by two-thirds of the legislature party without a decision by the original political party., The core controversy, as explained in the article, is interpreting Paragraph 4. The key question is whether the exemption applies only when the 'original political party' merges, or if the consent of two-thirds of its legislators alone (as per the deeming fiction in Paragraph 4(2)) can constitute a valid merger, effectively allowing the legislature wing to override the parent political party.

Question 29

What was the primary constitutional basis used by the Supreme Court to declare safe travel on National Highways a fundamental right in the recent case discussed?

Accepted Answer

Right to Life (Article 21), The Supreme Court declared the Right to safe travel on National Highways as an integral part of the Right to Life under Article 21 of the Constitution. This expansion of Article 21's scope is a classic example of judicial interpretation to include essential facets of a dignified life.

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