Q1.
What is the primary reason for the rescheduling of local body elections in 19 municipalities of Jhunjhunu district, Rajasthan, as reported on 22 Aug 2026?
- Administrative issues
- Security concerns
- Religious observances of Bhadvi Amavasya
- Logistical challenges
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Answer: C. Religious observances of Bhadvi Amavasya
The State Election Commission changed the schedule for local body elections due to religious observances of Bhadvi Amavasya.
Q2.
According to the news on 22 Aug 2026, on which dates will the voting for the 19 local bodies in Jhunjhunu district now take place?
- August 25 and 27, 2026
- September 9 and 11, 2026
- October 1 and 3, 2026
- November 5 and 7, 2026
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Answer: B. September 9 and 11, 2026
Voting for the 19 local bodies in Jhunjhunu will now take place on September 9 and 11, 2026.
Q3.
Dr. Divyendu Sen, a teacher from Jhalawar, Rajasthan, is set to receive the President's Award as reported on 22 Aug 2026, for his innovative work in which area?
- Developing new teaching methodologies for mathematics
- Implementing QR codes on 500 plants for educational purposes
- Creating a digital library for rural students
- Promoting traditional art forms in schools
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Answer: B. Implementing QR codes on 500 plants for educational purposes
Dr. Sen implemented QR codes on 500 plants, allowing students to access information about them.
Q4.
The President's Award for teachers recognizes outstanding contributions to education. Dr. Divyendu Sen, who is receiving this award as reported on 22 Aug 2026, hails from which district of Rajasthan?
- Jhunjhunu
- Jaipur
- Jhalawar
- Jodhpur
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Answer: C. Jhalawar
Dr. Divyendu Sen is a teacher from Jhalawar, Rajasthan.
Q5.
As per the information provided in the Rajasthan State Assembly on 22 Aug 2026, how many government schools in Rajasthan are currently operating without proper buildings?
- 1,049
- 2,047
- 611
- 500
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Answer: C. 611
611 government schools in Rajasthan are currently operating without proper buildings.
Q6.
According to the report on 22 Aug 2026 regarding infrastructure deficits in Rajasthan government schools, what is the number of schools lacking toilet facilities?
- 611
- 1,049
- 2,047
- 500
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Answer: C. 2,047
2,047 schools do not have toilet facilities.
Q7.
The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates certain infrastructure standards for schools. Which of the following deficiencies in Rajasthan government schools, reported on 22 Aug 2026, directly relates to the RTE Act's provisions?
- Lack of sports equipment
- Absence of smart classrooms
- Lack of proper buildings, toilets, and drinking water
- Shortage of teaching staff
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Answer: C. Lack of proper buildings, toilets, and drinking water
The RTE Act, 2009, mandates certain infrastructure standards for schools, including proper buildings, separate toilets for boys and girls, and safe drinking water. The reported deficiencies include schools without buildings, lacking toilets, and no drinking water.
Q8.
On 22 Aug 2026, which organization urged for extended search operations by the Indian Coast Guard for missing fishermen off the coast of Andhra Pradesh?
- Andhra Pradesh Fishermen Welfare Association
- National Maritime Board
- East Coast Mechanised Fishing Boat Owners Association of India
- Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry and Dairying
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Answer: C. East Coast Mechanised Fishing Boat Owners Association of India
The East Coast Mechanised Fishing Boat Owners Association of India has urged for extended search operations by the Indian Coast Guard.
Q9.
Who is the president of the East Coast Mechanised Fishing Boat Owners Association of India, who stated on 22 Aug 2026 that standard short-term rescue protocols are inadequate for missing fishermen off Andhra Pradesh?
- Dr. Divyendu Sen
- Vasupalli Janakiram
- Ramesh Kumar
- Suresh Reddy
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Answer: B. Vasupalli Janakiram
Association president Vasupalli Janakiram stated that standard short-term rescue protocols are inadequate.
Q10.
Which of the following statements is correct regarding the news reported on 22 Aug 2026?
- The State Election Commission has rescheduled elections in Jhalawar district due to Bhadvi Amavasya.
- Dr. Divyendu Sen received an award for his work on QR codes on plants in Jhunjhunu.
- The Indian Coast Guard is requested to extend search operations for missing fishermen off the coast of Andhra Pradesh.
- Rajasthan government schools reported a surplus of infrastructure facilities.
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Answer: C. The Indian Coast Guard is requested to extend search operations for missing fishermen off the coast of Andhra Pradesh.
The East Coast Mechanised Fishing Boat Owners Association of India has urged for extended search operations by the Indian Coast Guard for missing fishermen off the coast of Andhra Pradesh.
