Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (18-07-2026)

1.    Which one of the following correctly arranges the atmospheric layers of the Sun from the lowest to the highest?

(a) Photosphere → Chromosphere → Corona

(b) Chromosphere → Photosphere → Corona

(c) Corona → Chromosphere → Photosphere

(d) Photosphere → Corona → Chromosphere

2.   In the context of solar physics, the term “magnetic tree” refers to:

(a) A magnetic structure connecting the Sun’s upper atmosphere with magnetic fields rooted in its deeper layers

(b) A tree-shaped arrangement of sunspots found exclusively near the Sun’s poles

(c) A branching stream of charged particles travelling from the Sun towards Earth

(d) A magnetic shield surrounding Earth that blocks radiation emitted by the Sun

3.   With reference to the Investment Friendliness Index (IFI), consider the following statements:

1. It was released by the Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade.
2. Gujarat secured the first rank among the Large States.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

4.    With reference to anti-doping institutions and measures, consider the following statements:

1. The World Anti-Doping Agency prepares the World Anti-Doping Code.
2. The headquarters of the World Anti-Doping Agency is located in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 2 only

(c) Both 1 and 2

(d) Neither 1 nor 2

5.   With reference to elections and citizenship in India, consider the following statements:

1. Article 324 of the Constitution entrusts the Election Commission of India with the supervision and control of elections.
2. The Representation of the People Act, 1950 provides that a person must be an Indian citizen and ordinarily resident in a constituency to be registered there as a voter.
3. The Election Commission’s deletion of a person from an electoral roll conclusively determines that the person is not an Indian citizen.

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

6.   With reference to Cyclospora cayetanensis, consider the following statements:

1. It is a single-celled protozoan parasite that infects the small intestine.
2. It commonly spreads directly from one infected person to another.
3. Contaminated leafy vegetables and berries can transmit the parasite.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

(a) 1 and 2 only

(b) 1 and 3 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) 1, 2 and 3

7.   Which one of the following countries announced the establishment of the World Artificial Intelligence Cooperation Organization (WAICO)?

(a) India

(b) China

(c) Japan

(d) Singapore

8.   Which one of the following best distinguishes mature chips from advanced chips?

(a) Mature chips are used only in household appliances, while advanced chips are used only in defence equipment.

(b) Mature chips use older, proven manufacturing technology, while advanced chips use newer technology for high-performance applications.

(c) Mature chips are always physically larger than advanced chips.

(d) Mature chips consume no electricity, while advanced chips require considerable electricity.

9.    Consider the following pairs:

How many pairs given above are correctly matched?

(a) Only one pair

(b) Only two pairs

(c) Only three pairs

(d) All four pairs

10. Consider the following rivers:

1.    Brahmani

2.   Nagavali

3.   Subarnarekha

4.   Vamsadhara

Which of the above rise from the Eastern Ghats?

(a) 1 and 2

(b) 2 and 4

(c) 3 and 4

(d) 1 and 3

ANSWERS for Daily Current Affairs Prelims Practice (18-07-2026):

1.    Answer: A

2.   Answer: A

3.   Answer: B

4.   Answer: C

5.   Answer: A

6.   Answer: B

7.   Answer: B

8.   Answer: B

9.   Answer: B

10.  Answer: B

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