Weekly Current Affairs MCQs
1) Gurindervir Singh Becomes Fastest Indian Sprinter with Historic 10.09-Second 100m Run
Indian athletics witnessed a historic moment at the Birsa Munda Athletics Stadium in Ranchi as Gurindervir Singh became the fastest Indian sprinter by clocking an incredible 10.09 seconds in the men’s 100m final.
The competition had already intensified during the semifinals when Gurindervir clocked 10.17 seconds and briefly created a national record. However, moments later, fellow sprinter Animesh Kujur surpassed him with a timing of 10.15 seconds.
The intense rivalry set the stage for an exciting finale. On the final day, Gurindervir exploded off the blocks and maintained exceptional speed throughout the race, crossing the finish line in just 10.09 seconds. Animesh Kujur finished second with a timing of 10.20 seconds.
MCQs
1. Gurindervir Singh created history in which sporting event?
A) Long Jump
B) 200m Sprint
C) 100m Sprint
D) Marathon
2. Where was the historic race held?
A) Patiala
B) Ranchi
C) Bengaluru
D) Delhi
3. What timing did Gurindervir Singh achieve in the final?
A) 10.20 sec
B) 10.15 sec
C) 10.17 sec
D) 10.09 sec
4. Which athlete briefly reclaimed the national record during the semifinals?
A) Neeraj Chopra
B) Jeswin Aldrin
C) Animesh Kujur
D) Hima Das
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2) Ministry of Social Justice Launches JEEVAN App and SHATAYU Dashboard
The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment launched the JEEVAN App and SHATAYU Dashboard to strengthen elderly care support across India.
JEEVAN stands for Joint Elderly Empowerment & Virtual Assistance Network. The app has been designed to help senior citizens access welfare schemes, healthcare services, emergency support and social assistance through a single digital platform.
The SHATAYU Dashboard has also been introduced to strengthen India’s geriatric caregiving ecosystem. SHATAYU stands for Senior Holistic Care Assistance and Training For Your Utility. The platform focuses on improving elderly care services through better caregiver support, training and information access.
MCQs
1. What does JEEVAN stand for?
A) Joint Elderly Empowerment & Virtual Assistance Network
B) Judicial Elderly Emergency Assistance Network
C) Joint Economic Empowerment Association Network
D) National Elderly Welfare Mission
2. Which ministry launched the JEEVAN App?
A) Ministry of Health
B) Ministry of Home Affairs
C) Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
D) Ministry of Education
3. SHATAYU Dashboard focuses on which sector?
A) Agriculture
B) Geriatric Care
C) Tourism
D) Sports
4. What is the primary aim of the JEEVAN App?
A) Railway ticket booking
B) Digital payments
C) Welfare and healthcare access for senior citizens
D) Defence communication
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3) World Turtle Day Observed on May 23
World Turtle Day is celebrated annually on May 23 to raise awareness about the conservation of turtles and tortoises and the threats they face in the wild.
The day highlights the importance of protecting their natural habitats and encourages people to support wildlife conservation efforts. May 23 falls during the peak nesting season in the Northern Hemisphere, making it a significant period for turtle conservation.
MCQs
1. World Turtle Day is observed on which date?
A) May 21
B) May 22
C) May 23
D) May 24
2. World Turtle Day mainly promotes:
A) Space Research
B) Wildlife Conservation
C) Industrial Growth
D) Financial Awareness
3. The day aims to protect which animals?
A) Crocodiles
B) Dolphins
C) Turtles and Tortoises
D) Penguins
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4) Arunachal Pradesh Launches Kiwi Mission
The government launched the mission “Arunachal Kiwi: The USP of Arunachal Pradesh” to strengthen kiwi cultivation and value chain development in the state.
The mission has an outlay of nearly ?167 crore and follows a convergence-led approach. Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia stated that one unique product from each northeastern state has been identified for development.
Other identified products include Mizoram’s ginger, Nagaland’s coffee, Assam’s muga silk and Meghalaya’s Lakadong turmeric.
The mission focuses on four strategic pillars:
- Convergence
- Value Addition
- Branding
- Market Integration
MCQs
1. Which fruit is associated with the Arunachal Pradesh mission?
A) Apple
B) Orange
C) Kiwi
D) Mango
2. Who spoke during the launch of the Kiwi Mission?
A) Amit Shah
B) Jyotiraditya Scindia
C) Rajnath Singh
D) Nitin Gadkari
3. Lakadong turmeric is associated with which state?
A) Assam
B) Meghalaya
C) Mizoram
D) Manipur
4. Which of the following is NOT among the four pillars of the mission?
A) Branding
B) Market Integration
C) Space Research
D) Value Addition
Mention your answers in the comments section.
5) PM Modi Receives FAO Agricola Medal
Prime Minister Narendra Modi received the prestigious Agricola Medal from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) during his official visit to Italy.
The award recognizes contributions toward strengthening agriculture, food systems and sustainable rural development. The FAO praised India’s sustainability-focused agricultural reforms under PM Modi’s leadership.
Major focus areas include:
- Food Security
- Climate-Resilient Agriculture
- Rural Empowerment
- Innovation-led Farming
- Sustainable Development
MCQs
1. PM Modi received the Agricola Medal from which organization?
A) UNESCO
B) WHO
C) FAO
D) IMF
2. The FAO is associated with:
A) Space Research
B) Agriculture and Food
C) Defence Cooperation
D) Banking
3. Which country did PM Modi visit during the award ceremony?
A) France
B) Germany
C) Italy
D) Japan
Post your answers in the comments.
6) Khajuraho to Host Yoga Mahotsav 2026
Khajuraho will host the Yoga Mahotsav 2026, reflecting the harmony between India’s heritage and modern wellness.
Yoga, which became globally recognized after the United Nations adopted the International Day of Yoga in 2014, continues to gain popularity as a scientifically backed wellness practice.
The 25-day festival at Khajuraho aims to showcase India’s cultural heritage while promoting holistic health and balanced living.
MCQs
1. Which city will host Yoga Mahotsav 2026?
A) Varanasi
B) Khajuraho
C) Mysuru
D) Rishikesh
2. International Day of Yoga was adopted by the UN in:
A) 2012
B) 2013
C) 2014
D) 2015
3. Yoga is mainly associated with:
A) Industrial Development
B) Holistic Health and Wellness
C) Banking Reforms
D) Artificial Intelligence
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7) Railways Launches CHIRAG Centre for HR Excellence
Indian Railways launched CHIRAG — the Centre for HR Information Systems, Research and Analytics in Governance.
The centre aims to improve HR management training, digital transformation and policy research across Indian Railways.
CHIRAG will provide role-based HRMS training and develop a special HRMS–MITRA master trainer cadre. The centre will also use Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and predictive analytics to improve HR decision-making.
MCQs
1. What does CHIRAG primarily focus on?
A) Agriculture
B) HR Excellence
C) Space Technology
D) Sports Training
2. CHIRAG is associated with which organization?
A) ISRO
B) DRDO
C) Indian Railways
D) RBI
3. Which technologies will CHIRAG use?
A) AI and ML
B) Blockchain only
C) Quantum Computing only
D) Robotics only
Mention your answers in the comments.
8) India Chairs Inaugural BRICS 2026 Tourism Working Group Meeting
India chaired the inaugural BRICS 2026 Tourism Working Group Meeting under the theme “Building for Resilience, Innovation, Cooperation and Sustainability.”
The meeting focused on tourism cooperation among BRICS nations. India’s priorities include:
- Artificial Intelligence and Tourism
- Sustainable Tourism
- Tourism Skill Development
- Seamless Travel Facilitation
MCQs
1. India chaired which international tourism meeting?
A) G20 Tourism Summit
B) ASEAN Tourism Meet
C) BRICS Tourism Working Group Meeting
D) SAARC Tourism Forum
2. One of India’s tourism priorities under BRICS is:
A) Missile Technology
B) Artificial Intelligence and Tourism
C) Nuclear Research
D) Coal Mining
Comment your answers below.
Kevin Warsh Sworn In as Federal Reserve Chairman
Kevin Warsh was sworn in as Chairman of the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System, succeeding Jerome Powell.
He takes charge during a period of rising inflation, global geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty in the United States.
The economy is facing challenges including high gasoline prices, rising mortgage rates and inflation pressures. Consumer sentiment has also fallen sharply despite continued spending by Americans.
MCQs
1. Kevin Warsh became the Chairman of:
A) World Bank
B) Federal Reserve
C) IMF
D) NATO
2. Whom did Kevin Warsh succeed?
A) Janet Yellen
B) Jerome Powell
C) Joe Biden
D) Ben Bernanke
3. The Federal Reserve is the central bank of:
A) UK
B) Canada
C) United States
D) Australia
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