Q1.
On 07 May 2026, the Chief Election Commissioner (CEC) issued a directive to West Bengal officials. What was the primary aim of this directive?
- To initiate electoral reforms in the state.
- To ensure zero post-poll violence in West Bengal.
- To monitor the financial expenditure of political parties.
- To review the voter registration process.
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Answer: B. To ensure zero post-poll violence in West Bengal.
The directive aims to ensure zero post-poll violence in the state, as stated in 'बिंदु 2 — The directive aims to ensure zero post-poll violence in the state.'
Q2.
As of 07 May 2026, which political party did Congress end its 11-year partnership with, leading to significant strain within the INDIA bloc?
- Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
- Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)
- All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)
- Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)
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Answer: B. Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (DMK)
Congress has ended its 11-year partnership with the DMK, as mentioned in 'बिंदु 2 — Congress has ended its 11-year partnership with the DMK.'
Q3.
On 07 May 2026, the Indian Air Force (IAF) commemorated the one-year anniversary of Operation Sindoor. What message was carried in the video posted on X for this commemoration?
- Victory to India
- India Forgives Nothing
- Air Power Dominates
- Defending Our Skies
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Answer: B. India Forgives Nothing
The post carried the message 'India Forgives Nothing', as stated in 'बिंदु 4 — The post carried the message "India Forgives Nothing"'.
Q4.
As of 07 May 2026, the Vatsalya pension plan for minors has seen a muted uptake. Approximately how many accounts have been opened so far under this scheme?
- 22.5 lakh
- 2.25 lakh
- 225 lakh
- 22500 accounts
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Answer: B. 2.25 lakh
Only 2.25 lakh accounts have been opened so far under the scheme, as stated in 'बिंदु 2 — Only 2.25 lakh accounts have been opened so far under the scheme.'
Q5.
According to data released on 07 May 2026, what was India's total value of goods and services exports in the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26)?
- $421.32 billion
- $863.11 billion
- $824.90 billion
- $459.00 billion
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Answer: B. $863.11 billion
The total value of exports reached $863.11 billion in the fiscal year 2025-26, as stated in 'बिंदु 2 — The total value of exports reached $863.11 billion in the fiscal year 2025-26.'
Q6.
On 07 May 2026, it was reported that Russia's share in Indian oil imports significantly increased in March. What was the primary reason cited for this jump?
- Increased demand for crude oil in India.
- A new trade agreement between India and Russia.
- The West Asian crisis affecting India’s Gulf oil supplies.
- Reduced global oil prices from Russia.
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Answer: C. The West Asian crisis affecting India’s Gulf oil supplies.
This jump was primarily due to the West Asian crisis affecting India’s Gulf oil supplies, as stated in 'बिंदु 2 — This jump was primarily due to the West Asian crisis affecting India’s Gulf oil supplies.'
Q7.
India is set to host its first Big Cat Summit. When is this summit scheduled to take place, as reported on 07 May 2026?
- July
- August
- June
- September
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Answer: C. June
India is set to host the first Big Cat Summit in June, as stated in 'बिंदु 1 — India is set to host the first Big Cat Summit in June'.
Q8.
Following the end of its partnership with DMK on 07 May 2026, to which political party has Congress shifted its support in Tamil Nadu?
- All India Anna Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (AIADMK)
- Marumalarchi Dravida Munnetra Kazhagam (MDMK)
- Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
- Pattali Makkal Katchi (PMK)
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Answer: C. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
Congress has shifted its support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK), as stated in 'बिंदु 3 — Congress has shifted its support to the Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK).'
Q9.
In the fiscal year 2025-26 (FY26), which sector was highlighted as the standout performer in India's exports, reaching an all-time high of $421.32 billion, as reported on 07 May 2026?
- Goods exports
- Services exports
- Agricultural exports
- Manufacturing exports
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Answer: B. Services exports
Services exports were the standout performer, showing significant growth. Services exports surged to an all-time high of $421.32 billion in 2025-26, as stated in 'बिंदु 3' and 'बिंदु 4'.
Q10.
On 07 May 2026, it was reported that the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is stepping up efforts regarding the Vatsalya pension plan for minors. What is the main objective of PFRDA's increased efforts?
- To introduce new pension schemes for adults.
- To boost coverage of the National Pension System (NPS) minor accounts.
- To reduce the existing pension benefits for minors.
- To audit the financial performance of all pension funds.
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Answer: B. To boost coverage of the National Pension System (NPS) minor accounts.
The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) is stepping up efforts. The aim is to boost coverage of the National Pension System (NPS) minor accounts, as stated in 'बिंदु 3' and 'बिंदु 4'.
