Today Current Affairs MCQ — 31 August 2026
For UPSC & State PCS
Q1. India’s real GDP growth rate in Q1 of FY 2026–27 was:
A. 6.9%
B. 7.2%
C. 7.8%
D. 8.6%
Answer: C. 7.8%
Explanation: India’s real GDP grew by 7.8% during April–June 2026. Real GDP is measured at constant prices.
Q2. With reference to India’s latest GDP data, consider the following statements:
- Real GDP is measured at constant prices.
- Nominal GDP is measured at current prices.
- Gross Fixed Capital Formation is an indicator of investment activity.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D. 1, 2 and 3
Explanation: All three statements are correct. GFCF broadly reflects investment in fixed assets such as machinery, buildings and infrastructure.
Q3. India’s current National Accounts series uses which base year?
A. 2011–12
B. 2017–18
C. 2020–21
D. 2022–23
Answer: D. 2022–23
Explanation: India shifted to the 2022–23 base year for the new National Accounts series introduced in 2026.
Q4. INS Nipun, commissioned by the Indian Navy, is a:
A. Nuclear-powered submarine
B. Diving Support Vessel
C. Guided missile destroyer
D. Survey vessel
Answer: B. Diving Support Vessel
Explanation: INS Nipun is the second Nistar-class Diving Support Vessel and is designed for deep-sea diving, underwater intervention and submarine rescue support.
Q5. INS Nipun was built by:
A. Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited
B. Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
C. Cochin Shipyard Limited
D. Hindustan Shipyard Limited
Answer: D. Hindustan Shipyard Limited
Explanation: INS Nipun was built by Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam.
Q6. Consider the following statements about INS Nipun:
- It belongs to the Nistar class.
- It can act as a mother ship for a Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle.
- INS Nipun itself is a Deep Submergence Rescue Vehicle.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B. 1 and 2 only
Explanation: INS Nipun is a Diving Support Vessel, not a DSRV. It can support and act as a mother ship for submarine rescue systems.
Q7. Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 is primarily associated with:
A. Deep-sea mineral exploration
B. Inland water transport
C. Ornamental fisheries
D. River interlinking
Answer: C. Ornamental fisheries
Explanation: Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 aims to develop India’s ornamental fisheries sector through better breeding, hatcheries, biosecurity, traceability and trade.
Q8. Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031 was launched at:
A. Port Blair
B. Agatti
C. Kochi
D. Kavaratti
Answer: B. Agatti
Explanation: The Strategic Action Plan was released at Agatti in Lakshadweep on 31 August 2026.
Q9. Which of the following are part of Mission Rangeen Machhli 2031?
- Hatchery development
- Quarantine and fish-health management
- Traceability and certification
- Ornamental fish trade
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Explanation: The mission covers the full ornamental fisheries value chain, from breeding and hatcheries to health, certification, transport and trade.
Q10. India and Brazil have reaffirmed a target to raise bilateral trade to:
A. USD 20 billion by 2028
B. USD 25 billion by 2030
C. USD 30 billion by 2030
D. USD 50 billion by 2035
Answer: C. USD 30 billion by 2030
Explanation: India and Brazil reaffirmed the USD 30 billion bilateral trade target by 2030 at the 8th Trade Monitoring Mechanism meeting.
Q11. With reference to MERCOSUR, consider the following statements:
- It is a South American regional economic grouping.
- India is a full member of MERCOSUR.
- India has a Preferential Trade Agreement with MERCOSUR.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: B. 1 and 3 only
Explanation: India is not a member of MERCOSUR. It has a Preferential Trade Agreement with the bloc.
Q12. Which one of the following countries is now a State Party of MERCOSUR?
A. Chile
B. Peru
C. Bolivia
D. Colombia
Answer: C. Bolivia
Explanation: Bolivia is now a State Party of MERCOSUR. Venezuela remains suspended.
Q13. The recent Bihar–Jharkhand agreement relates to sharing the waters of which river?
A. Gandak
B. Kosi
C. Sone
D. Damodar
Answer: C. Sone
Explanation: Bihar and Jharkhand signed an agreement on the sharing of Sone River water, resolving a long-standing dispute.
Q14. Under the new Bihar–Jharkhand Sone River water-sharing arrangement, Bihar’s share is:
A. 2 MAF
B. 3.75 MAF
C. 5.75 MAF
D. 7.75 MAF
Answer: C. 5.75 MAF
Explanation: Of the earlier 7.75 MAF allocation to undivided Bihar, Bihar will receive 5.75 MAF and Jharkhand 2 MAF.
Q15. The 1973 Bansagar Agreement originally involved:
A. Bihar, Jharkhand and Uttar Pradesh
B. Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and undivided Bihar
C. Madhya Pradesh, Chhattisgarh and Bihar
D. Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Odisha
Answer: B. Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and undivided Bihar
Explanation: The Bansagar Agreement of 1973 involved Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh and undivided Bihar.
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