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23 JULY 2026

Current Affairs ยท 5 Questions
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Question 1

With reference to Mangal Pandey, consider the following statements:

  1. He joined the East India Company's army at the age of 22.
  2. He fired at a British Sergeant Major during his revolt.
  3. His regiment was disbanded after his execution.

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
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option D
Question 2

Consider the following statements regarding the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO):

  1. It is an independent intergovernmental organization headquartered in Shanghai, China.
  2. It was formally established in 2026 through an agreement signed by 29 countries.
  3. Its primary objective is to regulate Artificial Intelligence through legally binding global treaties.

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
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option A
Question 3

Assertion (A): WAICO aims to promote inclusive AI development, particularly among developing countries.

Reason (R): WAICO seeks to facilitate AI technology sharing, capacity building, and cooperation for the Global South.

  • A Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
  • B Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
  • C A is true, but R is false.
  • D A is false, but R is true.
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option A
Question 4

The Investment Friendliness Index (IFI) 2026 has been released by:

  • A Ministry of Commerce and Industry
  • B Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade (DPIIT)
  • C NITI Aayog
  • D Reserve Bank of India
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option C
Question 5

Consider the following statements regarding Canada–India Defence Collaboration:

  1. Canada possesses significant reserves of critical minerals, including rare earth elements and uranium.
  2. India and Canada have signed an MoU on Critical Minerals Value Chains.
  3. The collaboration is limited only to defence manufacturing.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

  • A 1 only
  • B 1 and 2 only
  • C 2 and 3 only
  • D 1, 2 and 3
โœ“ Correct Answer: Option A

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