Current Affairs -MCQ 01.05.2026


  1. Finland’s fully integrated lithium project aims to produce how much battery-grade lithium hydroxide annually?
    A. 5,000 tonnes
    B. 10,000 tonnes
    C. 15,000 tonnes
    D. 20,000 tonnes

  2. Finland’s lithium project is significant because it is:
    A. The largest in the world
    B. The first in Asia
    C. Europe’s first fully integrated lithium project
    D. Privately funded

  3. Who became India’s first transgender cricket umpire?
    A. Anaya Bangar
    B. Rithika Sri
    C. Joyita Mondal
    D. Gauri Sawant

  4. Rithika Sri’s achievement is important for promoting:
    A. Sports infrastructure
    B. Gender inclusion
    C. Rural development
    D. Digital transformation

  5. Exercise PRAGATI will be hosted by which organization?
    A. Indian Navy
    B. Indian Air Force
    C. Indian Army
    D. DRDO

  6. Exercise PRAGATI will be conducted in which state?
    A. Assam
    B. Arunachal Pradesh
    C. Meghalaya
    D. Manipur

  7. How many foreign countries will participate in Exercise PRAGATI?
    A. 5
    B. 8
    C. 10
    D. 11

  8. Punjab FC won the AIFF Elite Youth League 2025–26 title by defeating:
    A. Bengaluru FC
    B. Mohun Bagan
    C. Zinc Football Academy
    D. Kerala Blasters

  9. What was the scoreline in the AIFF Elite Youth League final?
    A. 2–1
    B. 1–0
    C. 3–0
    D. 4–2

  10. Indian weightlifters won how many gold medals at the Commonwealth Youth & Junior Championships?
    A. Two
    B. Three
    C. Four
    D. Five

  11. The Commonwealth Youth & Junior Championships were held in:
    A. Fiji
    B. Samoa
    C. Australia
    D. Malaysia

  12. The R78C malaria vaccine is being developed through collaboration between Oxford University and:
    A. Bharat Biotech
    B. Serum Institute of India
    C. WHO
    D. Pfizer

  13. France plans to phase out coal completely by which year?
    A. 2025
    B. 2030
    C. 2040
    D. 2050

  14. France aims to eliminate oil usage by:
    A. 2035
    B. 2040
    C. 2045
    D. 2050

  15. RBI’s Mission SAKSHAM aims to train approximately how many personnel?
    A. 50,000
    B. 75,000
    C. 1 lakh
    D. 1.40 lakh

  16. Mission SAKSHAM is primarily focused on strengthening:
    A. Commercial banks
    B. Rural banks
    C. Urban Cooperative Banks
    D. Payment banks

  17. India’s Online Gaming Act will come into force from:
    A. April 1, 2026
    B. May 1, 2026
    C. June 1, 2026
    D. July 1, 2026

  18. The Online Gaming Authority under the new law will be headquartered in:
    A. Mumbai
    B. Bengaluru
    C. Delhi
    D. Hyderabad

  19. APEDA is setting up a Basmati & Organic Training Centre in which district?
    A. Lucknow
    B. Varanasi
    C. Pilibhit
    D. Gorakhpur

  20. The estimated cost of the Basmati & Organic Training Centre project is:
    A. Rs. 5 crore
    B. Rs.10 crore
    C. Rs.15 crore
    D. Rs.20 crore

Answers and Explanations

  1. Answer: C
    Explanation: Finland’s project is designed to produce 15,000 tonnes of battery-grade lithium hydroxide annually. This supports Europe’s growing electric vehicle and battery industry.

  2. Answer: C
    Explanation: It is Europe’s first fully integrated lithium project. This means it covers the entire value chain from mining to processing.

  3. Answer: B
    Explanation: Rithika Sri became India’s first transgender cricket umpire. Her achievement marks a milestone in inclusivity in Indian sports.

  4. Answer: B
    Explanation: Her appointment promotes gender inclusion and diversity. It sets a precedent for equal opportunities in sports officiating.

  5. Answer: C
    Explanation: The Indian Army is organizing Exercise PRAGATI. It aims to strengthen military cooperation with partner nations.

  6. Answer: C
    Explanation: The exercise will be held in Meghalaya. The region is strategically important for Indo-Pacific cooperation.

  7. Answer: D
    Explanation: A total of 11 foreign countries will participate. This reflects strong international engagement.

  8. Answer: C
    Explanation: Punjab FC defeated Zinc Football Academy in the final. The match showcased their dominance.

  9. Answer: C
    Explanation: The final score was 3–0 in favor of Punjab FC. This decisive win secured their title defense.

  10. Answer: C
    Explanation: Indian weightlifters secured four gold medals. This highlights strong performance at the youth and junior level.

  11. Answer: B
    Explanation: The championships were held in Samoa. It hosted participants from across the Commonwealth.

  12. Answer: B
    Explanation: The Serum Institute of India partnered with Oxford University. The collaboration focuses on developing the R78C malaria vaccine.

  13. Answer: B
    Explanation: France plans to phase out coal by 2030. This is part of its broader climate strategy.

  14. Answer: C
    Explanation: Oil usage is targeted to be eliminated by 2045. This step supports long-term carbon neutrality goals.

  15. Answer: D
    Explanation: Mission SAKSHAM aims to train around 1.40 lakh personnel. This enhances capacity in the banking sector.

  16. Answer: C
    Explanation: The mission focuses on Urban Cooperative Banks. It aims to improve governance and operational efficiency.

  17. Answer: B
    Explanation: The Online Gaming Act will be implemented from May 1, 2026. It introduces regulatory oversight for the sector.

  18. Answer: C
    Explanation: The Online Gaming Authority will be based in Delhi. It will regulate and monitor online gaming activities.

  19. Answer: C
    Explanation: The centre will be established in Pilibhit district. It will focus on training farmers in advanced techniques.

  20. Answer: C
    Explanation: The project cost is Rs. 15 crore. It includes modern infrastructure and AI-based monitoring systems.

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