SSC CGL Current Affairs Quiz — 40 MCQs

Q1.Consider the following statements:
1. The government has issued a directive aimed at tightening exit rules for ISRO scientists.
2. The Department of Space (DoS) has issued an internal memorandum dated July 14.
3. The government is concerned by a wave of resignations from the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).
How many of the above statements are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q2.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The government demands explanation within seven days after a BBC report on child sexual abuse content.
2. Meta is required to provide information about the origin of the child sexual abuse materials.
3. The government is concerned about the proliferation of child sexual abuse content on Instagram.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q3.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. S Janaki was known as the 'Nightingale of South India'.
2. She sang over 48,000 songs in films, albums, television, and radio.
3. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q4.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket (LRGR) was tested for a use case.
2. The rocket was tested at the Integrated Test Range (ITR) in Odisha's Chandipur.
3. The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted the successful flight-test.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q5.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust held a crucial meeting.
2. The trust took some important decisions.
3. The trust is concerned about the alleged embezzlement of donations at the Ayodhya Ram Mandir.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q6.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. The new satellite phone is priced at ₹1.34 lakh.
2. The phone is designed to be an 'ideal solution' for defence, maritime, disaster response, and other challenging areas.
3. The phone is launched by BSNL.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q7.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. Former RBI Governor Raghuram Rajan joins a US Federal Reserve task force.
2. The panel will assess the Fed's asset holdings and their role in managing inflation.
3. The task force is part of a wider overhaul of monetary policymaking.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q8.With reference to the news, consider the following statements:
1. Anil Menon is the first astronaut of Malayali origin.
2. He is conducting groundbreaking research in space.
3. He is on a historic ISS mission.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q9.With reference to the news item, consider the following statements:
1. PM Modi will launch India's first hydrogen train tomorrow.
2. The train will run on the Jind-Sonipat route.
3. The train represents one of the largest hydrogen-powered passenger trainsets developed so far.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct.

Q10.With reference to the news item, consider the following statements:
1. A high-tension line breaks in Noida.
2. 5 people are injured.
3. One person is critical.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct.

Q11.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. The ₹1.9 lakh-crore high-tech push is a part of the National Policy on Electronics.
2. The Union Cabinet has cleared the ₹1,27,500 crore 'Semicon 2.0' scheme to expand India's semiconductor design, machinery, and packaging ecosystems.
3. The 'Semicon 2.0' scheme is a part of the National Semiconductor Policy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 2 is correct; the 'Semicon 2.0' scheme is a part of the National Semiconductor Policy, not the National Policy on Electronics. Statement 1 is incorrect as the National Policy on Electronics is a separate policy. Statement 3 is also incorrect as the 'Semicon 2.0' scheme is not a part of the National Semiconductor Policy.

Q12.Consider the following statements:
1. The Amara Raja Advanced Cell Technologies commissioned its Customer Qualification Plant at Divitipalli in Mahabubnagar district.
2. The plant is expected to produce 10,000 units of lithium-ion batteries per day.
3. The plant is a joint venture between Amara Raja and a foreign company.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the Amara Raja Advanced Cell Technologies commissioned its Customer Qualification Plant at Divitipalli in Mahabubnagar district. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as there is no information about the plant producing 10,000 units of lithium-ion batteries per day or being a joint venture with a foreign company.

Q13.Consider the following statements:
1. The World Health Organization (WHO) and UNICEF estimates that 13.5 million children worldwide did not receive a single routine vaccine during their first year of life in 2025.
2. The WHO-UNICEF estimates are based on data from 202 countries.
3. The WHO-UNICEF estimates are based on data from 2025.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the WHO-UNICEF estimates that 13.5 million children worldwide did not receive a single routine vaccine during their first year of life in 2025. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as the estimates are based on data from 202 countries, not 2025, and the estimates are not based on data from 2025.

Q14.Consider the following statements:
1. India concluded its campaign at the Asian Under-19 and Under-23 Boxing Championships with five gold, 10 silver and four bronze medals in the women's section.
2. The Asian Under-19 and Under-23 Boxing Championships are held every two years.
3. The championships are organized by the International Boxing Federation.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; India concluded its campaign at the Asian Under-19 and Under-23 Boxing Championships with five gold, 10 silver and four bronze medals in the women's section. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as the championships are not held every two years and are not organized by the International Boxing Federation.

Q15.Consider the following statements:
1. The Union Cabinet has cleared the ₹1,27,500 crore 'Semicon 2.0' scheme to expand India's semiconductor design, machinery, and packaging ecosystems.
2. The scheme targets advanced R&D, commercial fabs, and high-value materials manufacturing.
3. The scheme is a part of the National Semiconductor Policy.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the Union Cabinet has cleared the ₹1,27,500 crore 'Semicon 2.0' scheme to expand India's semiconductor design, machinery, and packaging ecosystems. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as the scheme targets advanced R&D, commercial fabs, and high-value materials manufacturing, but it is not a part of the National Semiconductor Policy.

Q16.Consider the following statements:
1. Geopolitical complexities, the rise of artificial intelligence, and new expected credit loss (ECL) guidelines were among the issues discussed when central bank governor Sanjay Malhotra met bank chief executives Tuesday.
2. The central bank governor met bank chief executives to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the banking sector.
3. The central bank governor met bank chief executives to discuss the implementation of the Basel III accord.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; geopolitical complexities, the rise of artificial intelligence, and new expected credit loss (ECL) guidelines were among the issues discussed when central bank governor Sanjay Malhotra met bank chief executives Tuesday. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as the central bank governor met bank chief executives to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the banking sector and the implementation of the Basel III accord.

Q17.Consider the following statements:
1. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau informed the Supreme Court about the inquiry timeline.
2. The complex investigation into the Air India crash is expected to conclude soon.
3. The Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will submit its final report to the Supreme Court within six weeks.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 3 is correct; the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau will submit its final report to the Supreme Court within six weeks. Statements 1 and 2 are incorrect as the Aircraft Accident Investigation Bureau informed the Supreme Court about the inquiry timeline, but the investigation is not expected to conclude soon.

Q18.Consider the following statements:
1. The Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Home Department, has forecast localised thunderstorms, lightning and light to moderate rainfall across several parts of the State between July 15 and 18.
2. The NSDMA has forecast heavy rainfall across the entire State.
3. The NSDMA has not forecast any weather conditions for the next 10 days.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the Nagaland State Disaster Management Authority (NSDMA), Home Department, has forecast localised thunderstorms, lightning and light to moderate rainfall across several parts of the State between July 15 and 18. Statements 2 and 3 are incorrect as the NSDMA has forecast heavy rainfall across the entire State and has forecast weather conditions for the next 10 days.

Q19.Consider the following statements:
1. The Indian government has issued a notice to Meta over child sexual abuse materials on Instagram.
2. The government demands an explanation within seven days after the BBC report on child sexual abuse content.
3. The government is considering banning Meta's Instagram platform.
How many of the above statements are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; the government has issued a notice to Meta, but there is no mention of a demand for an explanation or a consideration of banning the platform.

Q20.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. S Janaki was known as the 'Nightingale of South India'.
2. She sang over 48,000 songs in films, albums, television, and radio.
3. She was awarded the Padma Bhushan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; S Janaki was indeed known as the 'Nightingale of South India' and sang over 48,000 songs in her career.

Q21.Consider the following statements:
1. The Defence Research & Development Organisation (DRDO) conducted a successful flight-test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket.
2. The rocket was tested for a use case in the Indian Armed Forces.
3. The rocket is a part of the Indian Army's artillery system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct; the DRDO conducted a successful flight-test of the Pinaka Long Range Guided Rocket, it was tested for a use case in the Indian Armed Forces, and it is a part of the Indian Army's artillery system.

Q22.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. Champat Rai resigned as the head of the Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust.
2. The trust appointed Krishna Mohan as the interim chief.
3. The trust is facing an investigation into alleged embezzlement of donations.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; Champat Rai resigned as the head of the trust, and the trust appointed Krishna Mohan as the interim chief.

Q23.Consider the following statements:
1. BSNL launched a satellite phone priced at ₹1.34 lakh.
2. The phone is designed to be an 'ideal solution' for defence, maritime, disaster response, and other challenging areas.
3. The phone is available for purchase by the general public.
How many of the above statements are correct?

Both statements 1 and 2 are correct; BSNL launched a satellite phone priced at ₹1.34 lakh, and the phone is designed to be an 'ideal solution' for defence, maritime, disaster response, and other challenging areas.

Q24.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. Anil Menon is the first astronaut of Malayali origin to be in Earth orbit.
2. He is conducting groundbreaking research in space.
3. He is a part of the NASA's first astronaut of Malayali origin.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct; Anil Menon is the first astronaut of Malayali origin to be in Earth orbit, he is conducting groundbreaking research in space, and he is a part of NASA's first astronaut of Malayali origin.

Q25.Consider the following statements:
1. India's first bullet train will begin phased operations from August 15, 2027.
2. The train will start with the Surat-Bilimora section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor.
3. The train will have three high-speed rail corridors.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct; India's first bullet train will begin phased operations from August 15, 2027, the train will start with the Surat-Bilimora section of the Mumbai-Ahmedabad High-Speed Rail corridor, and the train will have three high-speed rail corridors.

Q26.With reference to the body in the news, consider the following statements:
1. The Hirakud Dam opened 10 sluice gates.
2. The sluice gates were opened for the first time in the current year.
3. The sluice gates are part of the Hirakud Dam's water management system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All statements 1, 2, and 3 are correct; the Hirakud Dam opened 10 sluice gates, the sluice gates were opened for the first time in the current year, and the sluice gates are part of the Hirakud Dam's water management system.

Q27.How many of the following statements are correct regarding the revamped IRCTC website?
1. The website has been redesigned to improve user experience.
2. The website has faster booking options.
3. The website has a cleaner interface.
4. The website has been redesigned to improve accessibility.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct; the website has been redesigned to improve user experience, has faster booking options, and has a cleaner interface.

Q28.With reference to the news item, consider the following statements:
1. The businessman posed as an operative of the Central Intelligence Agency (CIA) of the US.
2. The businessman was attempting to secure a defence deal with Indonesia.
3. The businessman was an Indian-origin businessman.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q29.With reference to the news item, consider the following statements:
1. The film is expected to perform well in India.
2. The film is releasing on 2500 screens.
3. The film is directed by Christopher Nolan.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q30.With reference to the news item, consider the following statements:
1. The Union Cabinet has allocated Rs 1,27,500 cr for Semicon 2.0.
2. The Union Cabinet has allocated Rs 62,500 cr for MPMS.
3. MPMS and Semicon 2.0 are both aimed at driving local design and chip sovereignty.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

All three statements are correct.

Q31.Consider the following statements regarding the new Chief of Army Staff, General Dhiraj Seth: 1. He is the first officer from the Armoured Corps to hold the position. 2. His tenure is expected to focus on modernization and joint command reforms. 3. He has previously served as the Vice Chief of Army Staff. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statements 2 and 3 are correct; General Dhiraj Seth is not the first from the Armoured Corps to be Chief of Army Staff.

Q32.How many of the following statements regarding the Indian government's notice to Meta are correct? 1. The notice was issued in response to a BBC report on child sexual abuse materials. 2. The government has given Meta a deadline of seven days to respond. 3. This notice pertains to the WhatsApp platform specifically.

Statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect as the notice pertains to Instagram, not WhatsApp.

Q33.Match the following individuals with their respective roles in the Ram Mandir Trust: Item : Descriptor 1. Champat Rai : a. Interim Chief 2. Krishna Mohan : b. Resigned amid controversy 3. Shri Ram Janmabhoomi Teerth Kshetra Trust : c. Trust overseeing Ram Mandir construction Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

Only pairs 2 and 3 are correctly matched; Champat Rai resigned amid controversy, while Krishna Mohan is appointed as the interim chief.

Q34.Consider the following statements about the India Semiconductor Mission 2.0: 1. It aims to enhance India's capabilities in semiconductor manufacturing. 2. The Finance Ministry panel has approved an outlay of Rs 1.25 lakh crore for this mission. 3. The mission is solely focused on chip design and fabrication. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect as the mission also focuses on equipment, materials, and supply chains.

Q35.How many of the following statements regarding Amazon's investment in India are correct? 1. Andy Jassy announced a $13 billion investment to expand AI and cloud infrastructure. 2. Amazon plans to launch more than 20 fulfilment centres and over 100 last-mile delivery stations. 3. The investment is primarily aimed at enhancing its logistics network in tier-1 cities only.

Statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect as the focus is on tier-3 and tier-4 cities as well.

Q36.Consider the following statements about Bharat Taxi: 1. It is a government-backed cooperative ride-hailing platform. 2. The platform plans to expand to 500 cities within two years. 3. It is exclusively focused on urban areas. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect as it aims to expand to both urban and rural areas.

Q37.Match the following initiatives with their respective focuses: Item : Focus 1. CG Semi Plant : a. Semiconductor fabrication 2. India Semiconductor Mission : b. Complete semiconductor value chain 3. Vikram-1 : c. Orbital-class rocket Which of the pairs is/are correctly matched?

All pairs are correctly matched; CG Semi Plant focuses on semiconductor fabrication, the mission on the complete value chain, and Vikram-1 is an orbital-class rocket.

Q38.How many of the following statements regarding the subsea cable project are correct? 1. The project aims to connect India's east coast to Malaysia and Singapore. 2. It is being developed by Lightstorm and its consortia. 3. The project is funded entirely by the Indian government.

Statements 1 and 2 are correct; statement 3 is incorrect as the funding is through a multi-million dollar deal, not solely by the government.

Q39.With reference to the feature in the news, consider the following statements:
1. The username-based messaging feature will be available on both Android and iOS platforms.
2. The feature will allow users to change their username at any time.
3. The feature will be rolled out globally within the next six months.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 2 is correct; the feature will allow users to change their username at any time.

Q40.With reference to the appointment in the news, consider the following statements:
1. Jagannath Nayak is the chief architect of the Akash missile.
2. He is the chief architect of the DEW-based Anti-Drone system.
3. He is the chief architect of both the Akash missile and the DEW-based Anti-Drone system.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Only statement 1 is correct; he is the chief architect of the Akash missile.

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