Current Affairs Quiz - 21 August 2026
India current affairs MCQs for 21 August 2026
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Current Affairs Quiz - 21 August 2026
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Q1Defence
Which country signed an MoU with India to strengthen bilateral defence partnership?
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Correct Answer: (C) Armenia
Explanation: India and Armenia signed MoU to strengthen bilateral defence partnership.
Q2Defence
What amount of orders did Indrajaal-Sigma consortium secure from MHA for the mobile anti-drone vehicle?
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Correct Answer: (D) Rs 155 crore
Explanation: Indrajaal-Sigma consortium secured Rs 155 crore orders from MHA for Indrajaal Ranger Mobile Anti-Drone Patrol Vehicle.
Q3Science
Who launched the RSSDI Rural Outreach Digital Portal and VISHWAS Diabetes Awareness Video Library?
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Correct Answer: (D) Dr Jitendra Singh
Explanation: Dr Jitendra Singh launched RSSDI Rural Outreach Digital Portal and VISHWAS Diabetes Awareness Video Library.
Q4Economy
What amount of projects were approved by MeitY under the Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme?
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Correct Answer: (C) Rs 7,877 crore
Explanation: MeitY approved projects worth Rs 7,877 crore under Electronics Component Manufacturing Scheme.
Q5National
What did the Supreme Court rule as the core responsibility of the Election Commission?
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Correct Answer: (D) Eliminating black money from elections
Explanation: Supreme Court ruled that eliminating black money from elections is core responsibility of Election Commission.
Q6National
Which act did the Supreme Court fault as prone to misuse?
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Correct Answer: (C) UP Gangsters Act
Explanation: Supreme Court faulted UP Gangsters Act saying it is prone to misuse.
Q7National
Under which act can police not investigate sex determination offences according to the Supreme Court?
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Correct Answer: (A) PCPNDT Act
Explanation: Supreme Court held police cannot investigate sex determination offences under PCPNDT Act.
Q8National
What did the Supreme Court form to probe violence during NEET-UG protests?
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Correct Answer: (B) Five-member panel
Explanation: Supreme Court formed five-member panel to probe violence during NEET-UG protests.
Q9National
How many recruitment exams did the Jharkhand government cancel due to irregularities?
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Correct Answer: (C) 44
Explanation: Jharkhand government cancelled 44 recruitment exams due to irregularities.
Q10Economy
By what percentage did domestic donations to PM CARES Fund fall in FY25?
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Correct Answer: (C) 30%
Explanation: Domestic donations to PM CARES Fund fell 30% to Rs 479 crore in FY25.
Q11International
What did India seek in UNSC membership regarding terrorists?
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Correct Answer: (C) Transparency to not legitimise terrorists
Explanation: India sought transparency in UNSC membership to not legitimise terrorists.
Q12National
Where did India's first longevity summit conclude?
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Correct Answer: (D) Fairmont Mumbai
Explanation: India's first longevity summit concluded at Fairmont Mumbai.
Q13National
Who called for early resolution of pending water-related issues in south India?
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Correct Answer: (D) Amit Shah
Explanation: Amit Shah called for early resolution of pending water-related issues in south India.
Q14State
How much Cauvery water did Karnataka CM assure would be used only for drinking?
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Correct Answer: (D) 5 TMC
Explanation: Karnataka CM assured only 5 TMC Cauvery water to be used for drinking rest for TN.
Q15National
What did the Supreme Court ask CBSE to do for Class 6 students regarding the three-language rule?
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Correct Answer: (B) Ease the rule giving elbow space
Explanation: SC asked CBSE to ease three-language rule for Class 6 giving elbow space to students.
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