Current Affairs Weekly Round-up 2026-08-10 (Competitive Exams) Quiz

Question 1

Consider the following statements regarding India's electricity generation capacity:
1. India has crossed 300 GW of non-fossil fuel-based installed electricity generation capacity as of July 31, 2026.
2. Non-fossil sources now account for over 54% of India's total electricity generation capacity.
3. India has achieved over 60% of its target to install 500 GW of non-fossil fuel capacity by 2030.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

Accepted Answer

1, 2 and 3

Answer

2 and 3 only

Answer

1 and 3 only

Answer

1 and 2 only

Question 2

Which of the following schemes, approved by the Union Cabinet, is administered by the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas and aims for a nearly ten-fold growth in domestic Compressed Biogas (CBG) production?

Accepted Answer

GOBARdhan. National Circular Bioenergy Scheme

Answer

Samudra Manthan. National Offshore Exploration Scheme

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Pradhan Mantri Surya Sarovar Yojana (PM-SSY)

Answer

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN)

Question 3

The RBI's policy stance remained 'neutral' in its August 2026 Monetary Policy Committee meeting. What was the primary reason cited for this wait-and-watch approach?

Accepted Answer

Geopolitical tensions and volatile energy prices

Answer

Stable global energy prices

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Strong domestic economic growth

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Declining domestic inflation rates

Question 4

What is the significance of Tejaswin Shankar's bronze medal in the Men's Decathlon at the Commonwealth Games 2026?

Accepted Answer

He is the first Indian to win a medal in the Decathlon event at the Commonwealth Games.

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He broke the national record for the Decathlon event.

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He won India's first medal in track and field at the 2026 Commonwealth Games.

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He is the youngest Indian to win a medal in athletics at the Commonwealth Games.

Question 5

Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of the newly created quantum material mentioned in the fact bank?

Accepted Answer

It requires ultra-cold refrigeration systems for operation.

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It can transport different quantum states of light.

Answer

It can sort different quantum states of light.

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It operates at room temperature.

Question 6

How did the Great Barrier Reef receive a reprieve from coral bleaching in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Through a late summer monsoon.

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By adapting to warmer water conditions.

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Due to a significant reduction in ocean temperatures.

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As a result of new conservation efforts.

Question 7

What is the primary concern raised by the UN's International Maritime Organization (IMO) regarding ships stranded in the Strait of Hormuz amid the US-Iran war?

Accepted Answer

The potential for these ships to become an 'ecological timebomb'.

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The risk of oil spills from damaged vessels.

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The disruption of global trade routes.

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The increased cost of maritime insurance.

Question 8

What was the updated FY27 GDP growth forecast by the RBI in its August 2026 Monetary Policy Committee meeting, and how did it compare to the overall annual domestic inflation forecast?

Accepted Answer

GDP growth 6.7%, inflation 5.0%

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GDP growth 6.7%, inflation 4.9%

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GDP growth 6.6%, inflation 5.0%

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GDP growth 6.5%, inflation 4.9%

Question 9

A Parliamentary Standing Committee on Defence asked DRDO to finalize and notify clear, measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for its projects. What was the intended outcome of this directive?

Accepted Answer

To improve accountability and timely completion of projects.

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To reduce the number of projects undertaken by DRDO.

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To increase funding for DRDO projects.

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To expand the scope of DRDO's research areas.

Question 10

Despite fresh US sanctions threats, India is unlikely to curb crude oil purchases from Russia. What is the primary reason for this stance?

Accepted Answer

To prioritize energy security and strategic ties.

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To acquire crude oil at discounted rates.

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To diversify its oil import sources.

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To maintain a strategic alliance with Russia.

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