Current Affairs Quiz - 20 August 2026
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Current Affairs Quiz - 20 August 2026
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Q1National
What change has occurred in rural tap coverage after 7 years of the Jal Jeevan Mission?
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Correct Answer: (A) It has risen from 16.7% to over 82%.
Explanation: Rural tap coverage has risen from 16.7% to over 82% under the Jal Jeevan Mission.
Q2National
Where did Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurate CBDC-based DBT for PMGKAY beneficiaries?
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Correct Answer: (C) In Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Explanation: Union Minister Pralhad Joshi inaugurated CBDC-based DBT for PMGKAY beneficiaries in Chandigarh and Dadra & Nagar Haveli.
Q3State
What percentage of Odisha's coastline faces significant coastal erosion?
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Correct Answer: (D) 28.3%.
Explanation: Odisha faces significant coastal erosion affecting 28.3% of its coastline.
Q4National
What improvements does the UDISE+ 2025-26 report highlight?
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Correct Answer: (D) Improvements in school infrastructure, teacher availability, retention and digital connectivity.
Explanation: The UDISE+ 2025-26 report shows improvements in school infrastructure, teacher availability, retention and digital connectivity.
Q5Defence
What is Exercise MAITREE-XV part of?
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Correct Answer: (D) Defence cooperation.
Explanation: Exercise MAITREE-XV was conducted as part of defence cooperation.
Q6National
What zone has been proposed around Kaziranga National Park?
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Correct Answer: (D) A narrower Eco-Sensitive Zone.
Explanation: A narrower Eco-Sensitive Zone has been proposed around Kaziranga National Park.
Q7International
What was the focus of the UNCCD COP17 meeting?
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Correct Answer: (D) Combating desertification.
Explanation: The UNCCD COP17 meeting was held to combat desertification.
Q8Economy
What type of deposits were discussed in recent economic policy updates?
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Correct Answer: (D) FCNR(B) deposits.
Explanation: FCNR(B) deposits were discussed in economic policy updates.
Q9State
Where was the first Kaushal Mahotsav hosted on 18 August 2026?
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Correct Answer: (C) At Balurghat Stadium in West Bengal.
Explanation: West Bengal hosted the first Kaushal Mahotsav at Balurghat Stadium on 18 August 2026.
Q10Economy
What cap did the parliamentary panel seek on medicine price gap?
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Correct Answer: (A) 20%.
Explanation: A parliamentary panel seeks a 20% cap on medicine price gap.
Q11National
What did the Supreme Court do regarding execution by hanging?
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Correct Answer: (D) It dismissed a plea seeking abolition of execution by hanging.
Explanation: The Supreme Court dismissed a plea seeking abolition of execution by hanging.
Q12National
How much did the PM CARES Fund receive in donations during 2024-25?
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Correct Answer: (B) Rs 480 crore.
Explanation: The PM CARES Fund received Rs 480 crore donations in 2024-25.
Q13National
Why did Jharkhand cancel 44 recruitment exams?
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Correct Answer: (B) Due to irregularities.
Explanation: Jharkhand cancelled 44 recruitment exams due to irregularities.
Q14National
What action did the Supreme Court take in Rahul Gandhi's disproportionate assets case?
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Correct Answer: (D) It halted HC proceedings against Rahul Gandhi.
Explanation: The Supreme Court halted HC proceedings against Rahul Gandhi in the disproportionate assets case.
Q15National
How many operatives of an ISI-backed terror group were arrested according to Home Minister Amit Shah?
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Correct Answer: (A) Over 200.
Explanation: Over 200 operatives of an ISI-backed terror group were arrested as per Home Minister Amit Shah.
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