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16 Aug 2026: Current Affairs Quiz (English) — Questions with Answers
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Q1.
On 16 Aug 2026, Union Home Minister Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation for development works in Rajasthan. What was the total worth of these projects initiated in Chittorgarh for 15 districts?
₹700 crore
₹5755 crore
₹6453 crore
₹944 crore
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Answer: B. ₹5755 crore
The content states, 'In Chittorgarh, Rajasthan, Amit Shah inaugurated and laid the foundation for 944 development works worth ₹5755 crore for 15 districts.'
Q2.
Where was the 21-foot tall statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee unveiled by Union Home Minister Amit Shah on 16 Aug 2026?
Alwar
Chittorgarh
Nimbahera
Jaipur
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Answer: C. Nimbahera
The content mentions, 'He also unveiled a 21-foot tall statue of former Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee in Nimbahera.'
Q3.
As announced on 16 Aug 2026 during Union Home Minister Amit Shah's visit to Rajasthan, which institution is set to be named after Atal Bihari Vajpayee?
Chittorgarh University
Nimbahera Medical College
Alwar College
Rajasthan Technical University
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Answer: C. Alwar College
The content states, 'It was also announced that Alwar College would be named after Atal Bihari Vajpayee.'
Q4.
On 16 Aug 2026, NTPC Kayamkulam was appreciated for its contribution to renewable energy. Which specific technology was highlighted for this achievement?
Wind power plant
Hydroelectric power plant
Floating solar plant
Biomass energy plant
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Answer: C. Floating solar plant
The appreciation specifically mentioned its floating solar plant.
Q5.
According to the background information provided on 16 Aug 2026, what is one of the key benefits of floating solar plants?
They require less maintenance than land-based plants.
They can improve panel efficiency due to the cooling effect of water.
They are cheaper to install than traditional solar plants.
They can generate electricity during nighttime.
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Answer: B. They can improve panel efficiency due to the cooling effect of water.
The background section states, 'This technology helps conserve land and can improve panel efficiency due to the cooling effect of water.'
Q6.
On 16 Aug 2026, questions concerning which specific topic were disallowed in the Lok Sabha?
Economic reforms
Youth protests
International relations
Agricultural policies
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Answer: B. Youth protests
The content states, 'Three sets of questions concerning youth protests, raised by DMK MP Matheswaran V.S., were disallowed in the Lok Sabha.'
Q7.
Which DMK MP raised the questions that were disallowed in the Lok Sabha on 16 Aug 2026?
Saurav Das
Krishnakali Sinha
Matheswaran V.S.
Amit Shah
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Answer: C. Matheswaran V.S.
The content mentions, 'The questions were sought by DMK MP Matheswaran V.S. from the Union Home Ministry and the Union Education Ministry.'
Q8.
On 16 Aug 2026, NASA invited ISRO to participate in its latest lunar program. What is the primary aim of this program?
To launch a new space telescope.
To establish a human outpost near the Moon's south pole.
To explore Mars for signs of life.
To develop new satellite communication technology.
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Answer: B. To establish a human outpost near the Moon's south pole.
The content states, 'NASA has extended an invitation to ISRO to join its latest lunar program, which aims to establish a human outpost near the Moon’s south pole.'
Q9.
According to the information provided on 16 Aug 2026, why is the Moon's south pole considered a strategic location for a human outpost?
It has a warmer climate suitable for human habitation.
It offers a direct line of sight to Earth at all times.
It provides longer periods of sunlight and potentially contains water ice.
It is easier to land spacecraft there due to flatter terrain.
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Answer: C. It provides longer periods of sunlight and potentially contains water ice.
The content states, 'The south pole is chosen for longer periods of sunlight and permanently shadowed regions potentially containing water ice.'
Q10.
According to the background information provided on 16 Aug 2026, how many times did Atal Bihari Vajpayee serve as the Prime Minister of India?
One time
Two times
Three times
Four times
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Answer: C. Three times
The background section states, 'Atal Bihari Vajpayee served as the Prime Minister of India three times, first for a short term in 1996, then from 1998 to 1999, and a full term from 1999 to 2004.'
