Q1.
As per current affairs on 25 Aug 2026, how many children were rescued from a trafficking ring in Arunachal Pradesh, and how many women were arrested in connection with the case?
- 15 children, 2 women
- 19 children, 3 women
- 20 children, 4 women
- 18 children, 3 women
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Answer: B. 19 children, 3 women
The news on 25 Aug 2026 states that '19 children... were recently rescued in Arunachal Pradesh from a trafficking ring, leading to three arrests.'
Q2.
According to the news on 25 Aug 2026, what was the alleged modus operandi of the child trafficking ring in Arunachal Pradesh?
- Children were abducted directly from their homes for forced labor in mines.
- Children were lured from parents with promises of better education and care, then engaged as domestic help and in hotel-related chores.
- Children were sold by their parents for agricultural labor in other states.
- Children were trafficked for illegal adoption purposes abroad.
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Answer: B. Children were lured from parents with promises of better education and care, then engaged as domestic help and in hotel-related chores.
The current affairs on 25 Aug 2026 mention, 'The children were allegedly lured from their parents with promises of better education and care but were engaged as domestic help and in hotel-related chores.'
Q3.
On 25 Aug 2026, ICMR chief Rajiv Bahl stated that H1N1 accounts for what percentage of all Influenza A cases reported in India?
- 75%
- 88%
- 98%
- 65%
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Answer: C. 98%
The news on 25 Aug 2026 clearly states, 'ICMR chief Rajiv Bahl has stated that H1N1 is responsible for 98% of all Influenza A cases reported in India.'
Q4.
Based on the ICMR chief's advisory on 25 Aug 2026 regarding the flu vaccine, who is specifically advised to consult doctors for vaccination?
- The general public, especially those working in crowded places.
- All individuals under 18 years of age.
- Elderly and immunocompromised individuals.
- Healthcare workers and frontline staff only.
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Answer: C. Elderly and immunocompromised individuals.
The current affairs on 25 Aug 2026 state that the ICMR chief 'advised elderly and immunocompromised individuals to consult doctors.'
Q5.
How many faculties have been selected to receive the National Teachers Award 2026, as announced on 25 Aug 2026?
- 15
- 21
- 25
- 30
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Answer: B. 21
The news on 25 Aug 2026 mentions, 'A total of 21 faculties will receive the National Teachers Award 2026.'
Q6.
On 25 Aug 2026, the National Teachers Award 2026 selection included how many faculties from central Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) and how many from polytechnics?
- 10 from central HEIs, 6 from polytechnics
- 12 from central HEIs, 4 from polytechnics
- 8 from central HEIs, 5 from polytechnics
- 12 from central HEIs, 5 from polytechnics
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Answer: B. 12 from central HEIs, 4 from polytechnics
The current affairs on 25 Aug 2026 state the breakdown as '12 faculties from central Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)... and four from polytechnics.'
Q7.
When are the National Teachers Award 2026 scheduled to be presented, as per the announcement on 25 Aug 2026, and what is the significance of this date?
- August 29, marking National Sports Day.
- September 5, marking Teachers' Day in India.
- October 2, marking Gandhi Jayanti.
- January 26, marking Republic Day.
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Answer: B. September 5, marking Teachers' Day in India.
The news on 25 Aug 2026 states, 'The awards are scheduled to be presented on September 5,' which is 'Celebrated as Teachers' Day in India, marking the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan.'
Q8.
On 25 Aug 2026, the Delhi High Court issued an interim stay on FSSAI's decision to cancel the license of which company regarding '100%' claims on its atta packaging?
- Hindustan Unilever
- Nestle India
- ITC Limited
- Britannia Industries
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Answer: C. ITC Limited
The current affairs on 25 Aug 2026 mention, 'The Delhi High Court has issued an interim stay on the FSSAI's decision to cancel ITC's license regarding '100%' claims on its Aashirvaad atta packaging.'
Q9.
What was the specific reason for FSSAI's move to cancel ITC's license, which was stayed by the Delhi High Court on 25 Aug 2026?
- Misleading claims about organic ingredients.
- Non-compliance with packaging standards.
- '100%' claims on its Aashirvaad atta packaging and promotions.
- Unhygienic manufacturing practices.
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Answer: C. '100%' claims on its Aashirvaad atta packaging and promotions.
The news on 25 Aug 2026 states, 'FSSAI had moved to cancel ITC's license over '100%' claims on its Aashirvaad atta packaging and promotions.'
Q10.
On 25 Aug 2026, the news mentioned FSSAI in the context of regulating food safety. FSSAI is an autonomous body under which Union Ministry?
- Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare
- Ministry of Commerce & Industry
- Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
- Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution
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Answer: C. Ministry of Health & Family Welfare
The current affairs on 25 Aug 2026 describe FSSAI as 'an autonomous body under the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare, responsible for regulating and supervising food safety.'
