Question 1

What topics are covered in the 31 March 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 31 March 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, Environment with 20 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 31 March 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 constitutional body is responsible for redrawing parliamentary constituency boundaries based on census data?

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Delimitation Commission, As mentioned in the article, a Delimitation Commission is expected to be set up to execute the delimitation exercise. This commission is established under the Delimitation Act to redraw Lok Sabha and assembly constituency boundaries.

Question 6

Which constitutional body is responsible for the delimitation of parliamentary constituencies in India?

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Delimitation Commission, The Delimitation Commission is an independent, high-powered body established by an Act of Parliament to carry out the redrawing of electoral constituency boundaries. The Election Commission conducts elections based on these boundaries.

Question 7

Which ministry is primarily responsible for implementing the PM-KUSUM scheme?

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Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE), The PM-KUSUM scheme is a flagship solar energy scheme for farmers, falling under the domain of renewable energy promotion, which is the primary mandate of the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE). While the Ministry of Power is also involved, MNRE is the nodal ministry.

Question 8

Under which section of the Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS) do High Courts exercise inherent powers to quash proceedings to prevent abuse of process or secure the ends of justice, as referenced in the Meghalaya High Court ruling?

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Section 528, The article explicitly states that the core issue was whether POCSO cases could be quashed under the High Court's inherent powers under Section 528 of the BNSS (formerly Section 482 CrPC). Section 528 of the BNSS, 2023, corresponds to the inherent powers provision.

Question 9

The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) falls under the purview of which Union Ministry?

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Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas, PMUY is a scheme related to providing Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) connections, which is under the domain of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas. This ministry formulates policies for exploration, production, and distribution of petroleum products including LPG.

Question 10

The landmark ruling discussed in the news was delivered by which judicial body?

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The Los Angeles Superior Court, The article explicitly states the verdict was delivered by a jury in the Los Angeles Superior Court. The Supreme Court is mentioned in the context of a different, earlier case (Gonzalez v. Google).

Question 11

As per the article, who is the ex-officio Chancellor of all state-aided universities in West Bengal?

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The Governor of West Bengal, The article explicitly states that the then Governor, C V Ananda Bose, was the 'ex officio Chancellor of all state-aided universities'. This is a standard constitutional provision where the Governor acts as the Chancellor of state universities.

Question 12

Which parliamentary committee flagged concerns regarding the slow utilization of Centrally Sponsored Scheme funds for judicial infrastructure?

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Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Grievances, Law and Justice, The article explicitly mentions the 'Parliamentary Standing Committee on Public Grievances, Law and Justice' as the body that flagged concerns on slow CSS fund utilization for judicial infrastructure. This is a specific committee under the Rajya Sabha.

Question 13

As per the article, grid stability is a binding duty under which legislation?

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The Electricity Act, 2003, The article explicitly states that grid stability is a binding duty under the Electricity Act and the Grid Code. The Electricity Act, 2003 is the primary legislation governing the power sector in India, establishing the legal framework for grid operations.

Question 14

The Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint mentioned in the news, connects which two bodies of water?

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Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman, The Strait of Hormuz is a narrow channel connecting the Persian Gulf to the Gulf of Oman and the Arabian Sea. It is a vital global oil transit route.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Women's Reservation Bill:

1. It was first introduced in the Lok Sabha on September 12, 1996.

2. It was passed by both Houses of Parliament and received the President's assent in the year 2010.

3. The enacted law is officially called the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the Bill was passed in 2023, not 2010. In 2010, it passed the Rajya Sabha but was not brought to the Lok Sabha. Statement 3 is correct; the Bill was rechristened as the Nari Shakti Vandan Adhiniyam.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding the delimitation freeze in India:

1. The 84th Constitutional Amendment Act extended the freeze on delimitation until the first census after the year 2026.

2. The freeze applies to both the total number of seats in the Lok Sabha and their distribution among States.

3. The primary objective of the freeze was to incentivize States to control population growth under family planning programmes.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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All three, Statement 1 is correct: The 84th Amendment (2002) extended the freeze till the first census after 2026. Statement 2 is correct: The freeze applies to both the total seats and their inter-state distribution. Statement 3 is correct: As per the article, the freeze was a 'motivational measure' for population stabilisation.

Question 17

Consider the following statements regarding the PM-KUSUM scheme:

1. It was launched in 2019 with an overall target of adding 34,800 MW of solar capacity by March 2026.

2. Under Component C, Individual Pump Solarisation (IPS) has covered more pumps than Feeder-Level Solarisation (FLS).

3. The scheme's objectives include reducing the agriculture electricity subsidy burden on states.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article states Feeder-Level Solarisation (FLS) has covered 'over 13 lakh pumps', while Individual Pump Solarisation (IPS) has covered 'over 12,787 pumps'. Statement 3 is correct as reducing the subsidy burden on states is listed as an objective. Hence, only statements 1 and 3 are correct.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Meghalaya High Court's ruling on POCSO Act cases:

1. The court held that there is an absolute legal bar on quashing proceedings under the POCSO Act as it is a special law.

2. The court emphasized that the consent of a minor is legally material and valid under the POCSO Act for quashing cases.

3. The court laid down safeguards including verification of genuine consent and independent assessment by legal services authorities before quashing such cases.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Only 3, Statement 1 is incorrect. The court held the opposite: there is NO legal bar on quashing POCSO proceedings under the High Court's inherent jurisdiction. Statement 2 is incorrect. The article clearly states that while acknowledging the surge in cases, the court reiterated that 'consent of a minor is legally immaterial' under POCSO. Statement 3 is correct as per the article, which mentions safeguards like verification of genuine consent and independent assessment by legal services authorities.

Question 19

According to the recent government proposal discussed in the article, what is the proposed new total strength of the Lok Sabha?

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816 seats, The article explicitly states the government has suggested increasing the number of Lok Sabha seats from 543 to 816. The additional 273 seats (one-third of the increase) are then proposed to be allocated to women.

Question 20

As per the article, which of the following Total Fertility Rate (TFR) is considered necessary for population stabilisation?

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2.1 births per woman, The article explicitly states that a Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of 2.1 births per woman is needed to stabilise population growth. This is the demographic 'replacement level'.

Question 21

As of February 2026, what percentage of its target capacity had the PM-KUSUM scheme achieved?

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35%, The article states that with 12,164 MW installed against a target of 34,800 MW, the scheme had achieved 35% of its target as of February 2026. This is a precise data point crucial for prelims.

Question 22

In the specific case referenced by the Meghalaya High Court, what were the ages of the individuals involved in the consensual relationship?

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22-year-old man and 16-year-old girl, The article specifically mentions: 'The case involved a 22-year-old man and a 16-year-old girl, against whom an FIR was registered on May 3, 2019, alleging offences under the POCSO Act after the girl became pregnant.' This exact data point is crucial for factual recall.

Question 23

Consider the following statements regarding the LPG supply crisis discussed in the article:

1. The crisis was triggered by disruptions in shipping lanes due to a war in West Asia.

2. India's Strategic Petroleum Reserves have a dedicated buffer stock for LPG equivalent to 9.5 days of supply.

3. The Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana (PMUY) replaced the earlier system of kerosene distribution through the Public Distribution System (PDS).

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

Both 1 and 3, Statement 1 is correct as the article states the crisis began following the war in West Asia which disrupted Strait of Hormuz shipping lanes. Statement 2 is incorrect; the article says India's Strategic Petroleum Reserves cover about 9.5 days of crude oil supply with no equivalent LPG-specific buffer. Statement 3 is correct as the article explains PMUY replaced the earlier PDS kerosene system.

Question 24

According to the internal Meta research cited in the article, what percentage of teenage girls reported that Instagram made them feel worse about their body image?

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32%, The article directly quotes the internal research reported by The Wall Street Journal, which found that '32% of teen girls said Instagram made them feel worse.' This is a key data point from the 'Facebook Files'.

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