Current Affairs Quiz - 18 August 2026
Current affairs quiz for 18 August 2026 covering national schemes, policies and appointments in India from mid-August.
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Current Affairs Quiz - 18 August 2026
Test your knowledge of recent national developments with these MCQs based on real events.
Q1National
What did PM Modi unveil as a 7-pronged development strategy covering sectors like manufacturing and defence?
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Correct Answer: (B) Shakti Ki Saptadhara
Explanation: PM Modi unveiled Shakti Ki Saptadhara for Viksit Bharat by 2047.
Q2National
How many young Indians are targeted to be trained in AI skills in the next one year as per August 2026 announcements?
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Correct Answer: (B) 1 crore
Explanation: Target is to train 1 crore young Indians in AI skills.
Q3National
What is the new target for nuclear power capacity by 2047 announced in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (C) 100 GW
Explanation: Target set at 100 GW nuclear power capacity by 2047.
Q4National
Who joined as Secretary of the Department of Water Resources on 12 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (B) Archana Varma
Explanation: Archana Varma, 1995 batch IAS Assam cadre, joined as Secretary.
Q5National
Which private consortium signed an agreement with IN-SPACe for India's first indigenous commercial Earth Observation constellation?
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Correct Answer: (A) Allied Orbits Private Limited
Explanation: Agreement signed with Allied Orbits Private Limited under PPP.
Q6National
When did India's tax amnesty scheme for small taxpayers with undisclosed foreign assets open in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (B) 16 August 2026
Explanation: Scheme opened on 16 August 2026 until 31 December.
Q7National
What is the new target for creating Lakhpati Didis announced in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (C) 6 crore
Explanation: Target set at creating six crore Lakhpati Didis.
Q8National
Who released the report 'Key Sectors to Position India as a Global Manufacturing Hub' in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (B) Ashok Kumar Lahiri
Explanation: Vice Chairperson of NITI Aayog Ashok Kumar Lahiri released the report.
Q9Defence
What is the approximate value of India's Project-75(I) submarine deal with Germany nearing CCS approval?
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Correct Answer: (B) Rs 70,000-90,000 crore
Explanation: The deal for six AIP-equipped submarines is valued at Rs 70,000-90,000 crore.
Q10Defence
India signed a pact worth how much to lease two MQ-9B Sea Guardian drones for the Navy?
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Correct Answer: (B) Rs 1,943 crore
Explanation: The pact signed is worth Rs 1,943 crore.
Q11International
India hosted BRICS Environment Working Group meetings on which dates in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (B) 17-18 August
Explanation: Meetings were held from 17-18 August 2026 in New Delhi.
Q12International
India and Nepal signed MoUs for how many high-impact community development projects in August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (B) 8 projects
Explanation: MoUs were signed for 8 projects worth NPR 803 million.
Q13Economy
The Finance Minister announced a high-level committee on which topic would be formed soon?
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Correct Answer: (B) Banking reforms
Explanation: Announcement was made for a high-level committee on banking reforms.
Q14Business
The government cleared how many electronics parts projects worth Rs 7,877 crore recently?
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Correct Answer: (C) 31 projects
Explanation: 31 electronics part projects were cleared.
Q15Defence
Embraer agreed to supply how many refurbished ERJ-145 jets for India's NETRA MK-1A expansion?
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Correct Answer: (B) Six jets
Explanation: Six refurbished jets are to be supplied.
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