Today Current Affairs MCQ – 4 September 2026
For UPSC | UPPCS | BPSC | State PCS
Q1. With reference to EOS-05, consider the following statements:
- It is an Earth Observation Satellite.
- It was launched aboard GSLV-F17.
- It is India’s first imaging satellite from geosynchronous orbit.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
Explanation: EOS-05 is an Earth Observation Satellite launched by GSLV-F17 on 4 September 2026. ISRO describes it as India’s first imaging satellite from geosynchronous orbit.
Q2. Consider the following statements regarding geosynchronous and geostationary orbits:
- Every geostationary orbit is geosynchronous.
- Every geosynchronous orbit is geostationary.
- A geostationary satellite must orbit in the equatorial plane.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 3 only
B. 1 and 2 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: A
Explanation: A geostationary orbit is a special type of geosynchronous orbit. It must be circular, equatorial and move in the same direction as Earth’s rotation. A geosynchronous orbit can be inclined or elliptical.
Q3. The NAMASTE Scheme, recently in news, is primarily associated with:
A. Promotion of traditional handicrafts
B. Mechanised sanitation and welfare of sanitation workers
C. Skill development of rural youth
D. Affordable rental housing for migrant workers
Answer: B
Explanation: NAMASTE stands for National Action for Mechanised Sanitation Ecosystem. It focuses on safer and mechanised sanitation, worker identification, PPE, health protection and livelihood support.
Q4. With reference to the NAMASTE Scheme, consider the following statements:
- It is a Central Sector Scheme.
- It is jointly implemented by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment and the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
- Waste pickers are among its target groups.
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
Explanation: All three are correct. Waste pickers were later included within the scheme’s target groups, alongside Sewer and Septic Tank Workers.
Q5. Consider the following India–France space missions:
- Megha-Tropiques – Study of tropical atmosphere and climate
- SARAL – Oceanographic observations
- TRISHNA – Thermal infrared Earth observation
How many of the above pairs are correctly matched?
A. Only one
B. Only two
C. All three
D. None
Answer: C
Explanation: All three are Indo-French space cooperation initiatives. CNES, the French space agency, is a long-standing partner of ISRO.
Q6. The TRISHNA mission, associated with India and France, is expected to be particularly useful for studying:
A. Gravitational waves
B. Surface temperature and water stress
C. Solar flares
D. Deep-space radio signals
Answer: B
Explanation: TRISHNA stands for Thermal Infra-Red Imaging Satellite for High-resolution Natural Resource Assessment. It will study surface temperature, evapotranspiration, water stress, urban heat islands and related processes.
Q7. Suppose the Reserve Bank of India wants to moderate a sharp depreciation of the rupee. Which of the following actions can it take directly in the foreign-exchange market?
A. Purchase US dollars
B. Sell US dollars
C. Purchase only government securities
D. Increase customs duty on imports
Answer: B
Explanation: By selling dollars, RBI increases dollar supply in the forex market, which can reduce excessive downward pressure on the rupee. Such intervention does not mean India follows a fixed exchange-rate system.
Q8. Which of the following are generally included in India’s foreign-exchange reserves?
- Foreign Currency Assets
- Gold
- Special Drawing Rights
- Reserve Tranche Position with the IMF
Select the correct answer:
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 1, 2 and 3 only
C. 2, 3 and 4 only
D. 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer: D
Explanation: All four form part of India’s foreign-exchange reserve assets.
Q9. A stronger-than-expected US labour market may affect India because:
- It may influence expectations about US Federal Reserve interest rates.
- Higher US interest rates may attract capital towards dollar-denominated assets.
- Such capital movement can put pressure on emerging-market currencies.
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
Explanation: This is an important global transmission channel:
US jobs/inflation → Fed expectations → US yields/dollar → capital flows → rupee and Indian financial markets.
Q10. Consider the following statements about the US Federal Reserve:
- It is the central bank of the United States.
- Its policy decisions can influence global capital flows.
- Employment conditions are relevant to its monetary-policy decisions.
Which of the statements given above are correct?
A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3
Answer: D
Explanation: The Federal Reserve considers both employment conditions and price stability. Because the US dollar and US financial markets have global importance, Fed decisions can affect currencies, bond yields and capital flows across emerging economies.
Quick Score
9–10: Excellent — Current affairs + static concepts are strong.
7–8: Good — revise the Prelims traps once.
5–6: Average — revise today’s compilation carefully.
Below 5: Re-read EOS-05, NAMASTE, India-France space cooperation and the economy linkages.
