Q1.
On 03 Aug 2026, Union Minister Kishan Reddy emphasized the need for self-sufficiency in which of the following sectors/components for Electric Vehicle (EV) production?
- Advanced battery recycling technologies
- Critical minerals
- High-speed charging infrastructure
- Semiconductor chip manufacturing
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Answer: B. Critical minerals
Union Minister Kishan Reddy stressed achieving self-sufficiency in critical minerals essential for EV production, as mentioned in the 'Key Points' section.
Q2.
According to the news on 03 Aug 2026, what is one of the primary reasons India is promoting Electric Vehicles (EVs)?
- To increase exports of automotive components
- To reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels
- To boost the domestic steel industry
- To diversify energy sources for power generation
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Answer: B. To reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels
The 'Background / Static GK' section states that 'India is promoting EVs to reduce carbon emissions and reliance on fossil fuels'.
Q3.
On 03 Aug 2026, the National Testing Agency (NTA) floated a tender for what specific purpose?
- To develop new online examination software
- To enhance the security of its offices and exam materials 24x7
- To recruit new examination invigilators
- To establish regional examination centers
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Answer: B. To enhance the security of its offices and exam materials 24x7
The 'Why in News?' section states that NTA 'has floated a tender to enhance the security of its offices and exam materials round the clock'.
Q4.
What is the primary objective behind the National Testing Agency's (NTA) tender for 24x7 security services, as reported on 03 Aug 2026?
- To reduce operational costs of NTA offices.
- To ensure the integrity and security of sensitive exam materials.
- To expand NTA's presence across more cities.
- To provide employment opportunities in the security sector.
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Answer: B. To ensure the integrity and security of sensitive exam materials.
The 'Key Points' state the tender aims to 'secure NTA offices and sensitive exam materials,' and the 'Background' emphasizes 'Ensuring the integrity and security of these exams is paramount'.
Q5.
According to reports on 03 Aug 2026, what was the record high volume of India's crude oil imports from Russia in July 2026?
- 1.5 million barrels daily
- 2.0 million barrels daily
- 2.8 million barrels daily
- 3.2 million barrels daily
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Answer: C. 2.8 million barrels daily
The 'Key Points' section states, 'India's crude oil imports from Russia surged to a record 2.8 million barrels daily in July'.
Q6.
As of July 2026, what proportion of India's total crude purchases did Russian crude account for, as per the news on 03 Aug 2026?
- Less than one-quarter
- Approximately one-third
- Over half
- Nearly three-quarters
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Answer: C. Over half
The 'Key Points' section mentions, 'Russian crude accounted for over half of India's total crude purchases in July'.
Q7.
On 03 Aug 2026, US scientists developed a new statistical model to predict rapid hurricane intensification. How far in advance can this model offer warnings?
- Up to 24 hours
- Up to two days
- Up to five days
- Up to one week
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Answer: C. Up to five days
The 'Key Points' section states, 'The model offers warnings up to five days ahead of time'.
Q8.
What phenomenon is defined as a tropical cyclone's maximum sustained winds increasing by at least 30 knots (about 35 mph) in a 24-hour period, as mentioned in the context of the new US scientific model on 03 Aug 2026?
- Tropical depression
- Rapid intensification (RI)
- Cyclone genesis
- Storm surge
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Answer: B. Rapid intensification (RI)
The 'Background / Static GK' section defines 'Rapid intensification (RI)' as 'a phenomenon where a tropical cyclone's maximum sustained winds increase by at least 30 knots (about 35 mph) in a 24-hour period'.
Q9.
On 03 Aug 2026, India announced a plan to bolster border infrastructure in its Northeast region. What is the allocated investment for this plan?
- ₹2,500 crore
- ₹3,000 crore
- ₹4,500 crore
- ₹5,000 crore
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Answer: D. ₹5,000 crore
The 'Key Points' section states, 'India is implementing a ₹5,000 crore development plan'.
Q10.
The ₹5,000 crore plan for India's Northeast region, announced on 03 Aug 2026, primarily focuses on strengthening which of the following?
- Agricultural subsidies and crop insurance
- Border infrastructure, including roads, schools, and hospitals
- Tourism promotion and cultural exchange programs
- Digital connectivity and IT sector development
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Answer: B. Border infrastructure, including roads, schools, and hospitals
The 'Why in News?' section states the plan focuses on 'bolster border infrastructure in its Northeast region, focusing on roads, schools, hospitals, and village connectivity'.
