Daily Current Affairs - 2026-06-01
Q1In a unique educational initiative, government school toppers from which Tamil Nadu district are now being offered scuba diving lessons?Options
AChennaiBCuddaloreCRamanathapuramDThoothukudi
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Cuddalore
Explanation
Government school toppers from Cuddalore district are being given scuba diving lessons as a unique incentive.
Q2Which national scheme aims to strengthen existing schools by focusing on quality education, equitable access, and inclusive learning environments, and has recently seen West Bengal sign an MoU for its implementation?Options
ASarva Shiksha AbhiyanBMid-Day Meal SchemeCPM SHRI Schools SchemeDRashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan
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PM SHRI Schools Scheme
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The PM SHRI (PM Schools for Rising India) Schools scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme aimed at upgrading existing schools across India. West Bengal recently signed an MoU with the Centre to implement it.
Q3Which Indian space organization recently won the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)’s highest honor at the ASCEND conference for its significant contributions to space exploration?Options
ADRDOBISROCHALDAntrix Corporation
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ISRO
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ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) won the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics (AIAA)’s highest honor at the ASCEND conference.
Q4The 'MAHA Water Mission', a ₹200-crore initiative recently launched to support startups and research in water security, is a collaboration between the Ministry of Science & Technology and which prominent Indian organization?Options
ADRDOBBhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC)CIndian Council of Agricultural Research (ICAR)DISRO
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ISRO
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The MAHA Water Mission, a ₹200-crore initiative for water security, has been launched with a partnership with ISRO, alongside the Ministry of Science & Technology.
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Q5India recently energized a new trade gateway by signing a landmark Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with which country?Options
AUAEBAustraliaCOmanDUnited Kingdom
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Oman
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India and Oman have signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to boost trade.
Q6What is the new base year for the All India Index of Industrial Production (IIP) series, as announced recently?Options
A2011-12B2017-18C2020-21D2022-23
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2022-23
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The first press release of the All India Index of Industrial Production (IIP) of the new series has 2022-23 as its base year.
Q7India is scheduled to host the Second BRICS Culture Working Group Meeting in June 2026. Which city will be the venue for this significant international event?Options
ANew DelhiBMumbaiCVaranasiDBengaluru
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Varanasi
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India will host the Second BRICS Culture Working Group Meeting in Varanasi on June 4-5, 2026.
Q8What is the theme for the International Day of Yoga 2026, highlighting India’s holistic vision for longevity and well-being?Options
AYoga for Harmony and PeaceBYoga for Healthy AgeingCYoga for Climate ActionDYoga for Well-being
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Yoga for Healthy Ageing
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The theme for International Day of Yoga 2026 is ‘Yoga for Healthy Ageing’.
Q9Which organization recently launched a Centralized Online Patient Feedback System across its hospitals and dispensaries to ensure patient-centric healthcare?Options
AAIIMSBESICCNITI AayogDICMR
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ESIC
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ESIC (Employees' State Insurance Corporation) launched the Centralized Online Patient Feedback System.
Q10Which two entities recently signed an MoU to strengthen multilingual access across India's investment ecosystem, leveraging digital initiatives?Options
ANITI Aayog and Ministry of FinanceBMeitY and RBICDigital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) and DPIITDMinistry of Corporate Affairs and SEBI
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Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) and DPIIT
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The Digital India BHASHINI Division (DIBD) and the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT) signed an MoU to strengthen multilingual access across India's investment ecosystem.
Q11The Centre has formed a special panel to investigate 'unnatural demographic change' in certain regions due to infiltration, citing national security concerns. This panel primarily aims to:Options
AExamine the socio-economic impact of migration on border states.BRecommend policies for urban planning in high-growth areas.CAssess changes in population composition and identify causes related to national security.DStudy the effectiveness of existing border management strategies.
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Assess changes in population composition and identify causes related to national security.
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The special panel was formed to probe 'unnatural demographic change' citing national security concerns due to infiltration, indicating its primary aim is to assess population composition changes and their national security implications.
Q12In a testament to inclusive education, a significant number of students from social welfare and tribal welfare gurukuls qualified for JEE (Advanced) 2026. This highlights the success of government initiatives in providing:Options
ASpecialized vocational training for rural youth.BQuality residential education to underprivileged students.CDigital literacy programs in remote areas.DFinancial aid for higher education abroad.
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Quality residential education to underprivileged students.
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The success of students from social welfare and tribal welfare gurukuls in JEE (Advanced) 2026 demonstrates the effectiveness of providing quality residential education to underprivileged students.