Current Affairs MCQs (30 Questions) – August 2026

 

Welcome to today's Current Affairs MCQ section of Radhakrishnan Academy. This quiz is designed to help students and competitive exam aspirants stay updated with the latest national and international events. The questions cover important topics such as government schemes, economy, science and technology, sports, awards, environment, international affairs, and Assam-related current affairs. Practice these MCQs regularly to improve your general awareness and boost your preparation for exams like ADRE, APSC, SSC, Banking, Railways, CUET, and other competitive examinations.

Let's test your knowledge and stay ahead with daily current affairs!

1. Which country hosted the 2026 Commonwealth Games?

A) Australia

B) India

C) Scotland

D) Canada

Answer: C) Scotland

2. Which Indian space agency successfully launched several satellite missions in 2026?

A) NASA

B) ISRO

C) ESA

D) JAXA

Answer: B) ISRO

3. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is responsible for:

A) Conducting Census

B) Issuing Currency Notes

C) Conducting Elections

D) Managing Railways

Answer: B) Issuing Currency Notes

4. Which ministry launched the PM Surya Ghar: Muft Bijli Yojana?

A) Ministry of Finance

B) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

C) Ministry of Agriculture

D) Ministry of Education

Answer: B) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy

5. Which country is known as the Land of the Rising Sun?

A) China

B) Japan

C) South Korea

D) Thailand

Answer: B) Japan

6. The headquarters of the United Nations is located in:

A) Geneva

B) Paris

C) New York

D) London

Answer: C) New York

7. Which Indian state is famous for Kaziranga National Park?

A) Meghalaya

B) Assam

C) Odisha

D) West Bengal

Answer: B) Assam

8. Which river is known as the lifeline of Assam?

A) Ganga

B) Yamuna

C) Brahmaputra

D) Godavari

Answer: C) Brahmaputra

9. World Environment Day is observed on:

A) 5 June

B) 15 June

C) 1 July

D) 22 April

Answer: A) 5 June

10. Which country won the ICC Champions Trophy 2025?

A) Australia

B) India

C) England

D) New Zealand

Answer: B) India

11. The capital of Bhutan is:

A) Kathmandu

B) Thimphu

C) Dhaka

D) Colombo

Answer: B) Thimphu

12. Which gas is most responsible for global warming?

A) Oxygen

B) Carbon Dioxide

C) Nitrogen

D) Helium

Answer: B) Carbon Dioxide

13. The currency of Japan is:

A) Won

B) Yuan

C) Yen

D) Ringgit

Answer: C) Yen

14. Which organisation conducts the Civil Services Examination in India?

A) SSC

B) UPSC

C) NTA

D) RBI

Answer: B) UPSC

15. The headquarters of ISRO is located in:

A) Bengaluru

B) Hyderabad

C) Chennai

D) New Delhi

Answer: A) Bengaluru

16. International Yoga Day is celebrated on:

A) 5 June

B) 21 June

C) 15 August

D) 2 October

Answer: B) 21 June

17. Which is India's highest civilian award?

A) Padma Shri

B) Padma Bhushan

C) Bharat Ratna

D) Param Vir Chakra

Answer: C) Bharat Ratna

18. Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

A) Venus

B) Mars

C) Jupiter

D) Saturn

Answer: B) Mars

19. The Constitution of India came into force on:

A) 15 August 1947

B) 26 January 1950

C) 26 November 1949

D) 2 October 1950

Answer: B) 26 January 1950

20. Which is the largest democracy in the world?

A) USA

B) India

C) Brazil

D) Indonesia

Answer: B) India

21. The headquarters of the World Health Organization (WHO) is in:

A) New York

B) Geneva

C) Paris

D) Rome

Answer: B) Geneva

22. Which Indian state has the longest coastline?

A) Tamil Nadu

B) Gujarat

C) Maharashtra

D) Kerala

Answer: B) Gujarat

23. Which article of the Indian Constitution deals with the Right to Equality?

A) Articles 14–18

B) Articles 19–22

C) Articles 32–35

D) Articles 36–51

Answer: A) Articles 14–18

24. Which is the national aquatic animal of India?

A) Crocodile

B) Ganges River Dolphin

C) Shark

D) Whale

Answer: B) Ganges River Dolphin

25. The headquarters of ASEAN is located in:

A) Bangkok

B) Jakarta

C) Manila

D) Singapore

Answer: B) Jakarta

26. Which Indian state recently hosted major international investment events in 2026?

A) Assam

B) Gujarat

C) Karnataka

D) Uttar Pradesh

Answer: B) Gujarat

27. Which organisation releases the Human Development Index (HDI)?

A) UNESCO

B) UNDP

C) IMF

D) World Bank

Answer: B) UNDP

28. Which is the largest continent in the world?

A) Africa

B) Asia

C) Europe

D) North America

Answer: B) Asia

29. Which Indian mission focuses on semiconductor manufacturing?

A) Digital India Mission

B) India Semiconductor Mission

C) Skill India Mission

D) Startup India Mission

Answer: B) India Semiconductor Mission

30. Which day is observed as National Sports Day in India?

A) 29 August

B) 15 August

C) 26 January

D) 5 September

Answer: A) 29 August

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