Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (16-04-2026)

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1.    Consider the following factors:

  1. Rising surface temperatures
  2. Increased atmospheric moisture
  3. Interaction of contrasting air masses
  4. Stable atmospheric conditions

Which of the above contribute to the formation of severe thunderstorms?

(a) 1 and 4 only

(b) 2 and 4 only

(c) 1, 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

2.   With reference to Hantavirus, consider the following statements:

  1. It is primarily transmitted through mosquitoes.
  2. Rodents act as important reservoir hosts.
  3. It can cause severe respiratory illness in humans.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

3.   Consider the following statements:

Statement I: Thunderstorms are generally more difficult to predict accurately than cyclones.

Statement II: Thunderstorms are highly localised and rapidly evolving weather events.

Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

(a) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, and Statement II explains Statement I

(b) Both Statement I and Statement II are correct, but Statement II does not explain Statement I

(c) Statement I is correct, but Statement II is incorrect

(d) Statement I is incorrect, but Statement II is correct

4.   With reference to the PM Schools for Rising India (PM-SHRI) Scheme, consider the following statements:

  1. PM-SHRI is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme launched to develop selected schools as model institutions aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
  1. Only schools managed by the Central Government are eligible to be selected under the PM-SHRI Scheme.
  2. The scheme emphasises experiential learning, digital infrastructure, and mentorship of neighbouring schools.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

5.   Consider the following statements regarding Rare Earth Elements (REEs) and rare earth magnets:

  1. Rare earth elements are mainly associated with the Lanthanide series of the periodic table.
  1. Rare earth magnets are extensively used in electric vehicles and wind turbines.
  2. India currently dominates the global processing and refining of rare earth elements.

How many of the above statements are correct?

(a) Only one

(b) Only two

(c) All three

(d) None

6.   Consider the following applications of Rare Earth Elements (REEs):

  1. Electric vehicle batteries
  2. Permanent magnets
  3. Wind turbines
  4. Robotics
  5. Defence electronics, semiconductors, and aerospace systems

Rare Earth Elements are essential for which of the above applications?

(a) 1, 2 and 3 only

(b) 2, 3 and 5 only

(c) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5

(d) 1, 4 and 5 only

7.   Consider the following statements regarding the “Two-State Solution”:

  1. It refers to a proposed framework for resolving the Israel–Palestine conflict.
  2. It envisages the establishment of an independent Palestinian state alongside Israel.
  3. The United Nations has completely rejected the idea of a Two-State Solution.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 1 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

8.   With reference to India’s external sector, consider the following statements:

  1. Merchandise exports include exports of software services and tourism revenues.
  2. Services exports form part of the Current Account of the Balance of Payments (BoP).
  3. A rise in exports generally strengthens foreign exchange reserves.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 2 and 3 only

(c) 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

9.   Consider the following regions in the Middle East:

  1. West Bank
  2. East Jerusalem
  3. Gaza Strip
  4. Golan Heights

Which of the above territories have been associated with the Arab–Israel conflict?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1, 2 and 3 only

(c) 1, 2, 3 and 4

(d) 2 and 4 only

10. Consider the following situations:

  1. A sharp increase in imports while exports remain stagnant
  1. Rising global crude oil prices increasing India’s import bill
  2. Depreciation of the Indian rupee leading to costlier imports
  3. Decline in global demand for Indian merchandise exports

Which of the above situations is most likely to widen India’s trade deficit?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1, 2 and 3 only

(c) 2, 3 and 4 only

(d) 1, 2, 3 and 4

ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (16-04-2026):

1.    Answer: C

2.   Answer: B

3.   Answer: A

4.   Answer: B

5.   Answer: B

6.   Answer: C

7.   Answer: A

8.   Answer: B

9.   Answer: C

10.  Answer: D

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