Daily Current Affairs Quiz 1 August 2026: 15 Important GK MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking & Railways Exams

Question 1

In July 2026, how many heritage sites did the Ladakh administration notify as protected monuments?

Accepted Answer

23 sites - The Ladakh administration notified 23 heritage sites as protected monuments under Section 3(1) of the Jammu and Kashmir Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, Samvat 1977. &bull; Locations &rarr; Leh, Sham, Nubra, Zanskar and Kargil &bull; Site types &rarr; forts, caves, petroglyphs, rock inscriptions and Buddhist carvings &bull; Examples &rarr; Tingmosgang Fort, Sumoor Fort and the Maitreya Buddha carving at Shey Static GK link: The applicable preservation law dates to 1920 AD . Statutory protection enables regulated conservation, documentation and scientific preservation while supporting archaeological research and responsible heritage tourism.

Question 2

The Jammu and Kashmir Ancient Monuments Preservation Act cited in Ladakh's July 2026 heritage notification corresponds to which year in the Gregorian calendar?

Accepted Answer

1920 - The Jammu and Kashmir Ancient Monuments Preservation Act, Samvat 1977, corresponds to 1920 AD . It was the law used by the Ladakh administration to grant statutory protection to 23 heritage sites in July 2026. &bull; Coverage &rarr; archaeological and cultural properties across major regions of Ladakh &bull; Heritage value &rarr; Buddhist traditions, historic settlements, trade routes and artistic expression Static GK link: A protected-monument notification generally allows authorities to regulate alteration, construction, excavation and other activities that may damage a site. The Ladakh list includes built monuments as well as rock art, inscriptions and petroglyphs.

Question 3

NSDC and AVPL International plan to establish how many Advanced Skill Centres for drone technology across India over three years?

Accepted Answer

350 centres - The National Skill Development Corporation and AVPL International plan to establish 350 Advanced Skill Centres for drone technology over three years . &bull; First-year target &rarr; 75 centres &bull; Main locations &rarr; universities and engineering colleges &bull; Training &rarr; drone piloting, manufacturing, assembly, repair, GIS, AI applications and data analytics Static GK link: NSDC was established in 2008 under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. The initiative supports Skill India, Digital India, Atmanirbhar Bharat and Viksit Bharat 2047, and is aligned with NEP 2020 and the National Credit Framework.

Question 4

Which country will host the permanent secretariat of the 14-nation maritime defence alliance announced in 2026?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia - Saudi Arabia will serve as the lead country and host the permanent secretariat of the maritime defence alliance formed with 13 other countries , making 14 founding members in total. &bull; Strategic focus &rarr; commercial shipping, energy routes and freedom of navigation &bull; Key waterways &rarr; Red Sea, Bab el-Mandeb Strait and Gulf of Aden &bull; Meeting participation &rarr; representatives from 43 countries and the European Union Static GK link: The Bab el-Mandeb connects the Red Sea with the Gulf of Aden. It is a strategically important maritime chokepoint for trade between the Indian Ocean and the Mediterranean route through the Suez Canal.

Question 5

Venezuela's announced withdrawal from the International Criminal Court is governed by which article of the Rome Statute?

Accepted Answer

Article 127 - Venezuela's withdrawal from the Rome Statute is governed by Article 127 . The withdrawal takes effect one year after formal notification to the United Nations. &bull; Venezuela became a State Party &rarr; 2002 &bull; Legal effect &rarr; earlier investigations or proceedings do not automatically end &bull; Court headquarters &rarr; The Hague, Netherlands Static GK link: The Rome Statute established the International Criminal Court . The ICC exercises jurisdiction over genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes and the crime of aggression. Withdrawal affects future membership obligations but does not erase responsibilities arising while a country was a State Party.

Question 6

From which date will the RBI's revised Basel Pillar III disclosure framework become effective?

Accepted Answer

1 April 2027 - The Reserve Bank of India deferred the revised Basel Pillar III disclosure framework to 1 April 2027 , giving banks an additional six months to address implementation challenges. &bull; First quarterly disclosures &rarr; period ending 30 June 2027 &bull; Half-yearly reporting &rarr; period ending 30 September 2027 &bull; Annual disclosures &rarr; financial year ending 31 March 2028 Static GK link: Basel Pillar III promotes market discipline through transparent disclosure of capital, risk and exposure. The revised schedule applies to commercial banks, small finance banks and payments banks and has been aligned with the expected credit loss framework.

Question 7

How much loan did the Asian Development Bank approve to support India's urban transformation programme?

Accepted Answer

USD 1 billion - The Asian Development Bank approved a USD 1 billion loan for India's urban transformation programme, along with USD 3 million in technical assistance. &bull; Implementing ministry &rarr; Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs &bull; Supported initiative &rarr; Urban Challenge Fund &bull; Focus &rarr; integrated planning, municipal governance, resilient regeneration and improved public services &bull; Financing reform &rarr; stronger commercial-capital access and municipal-bond issuance by urban local bodies Static GK link: ADB is headquartered in Manila, Philippines . Its development financing commonly combines policy-based lending with technical assistance to strengthen institutions, project preparation and implementation capacity.

Question 8

According to the Competere Foundation's reform assessment, what was India's position in 2023 after improving by 25 places since 2010?

Accepted Answer

57th - India rose to 57th position in 2023 , improving by 25 places from its 82nd position in 2010, according to the Competere Foundation for Trade and Competition Policy . &bull; Assessment tool &rarr; Market Distortions Performance Index &bull; Study period &rarr; 2010-2023 &bull; Reform areas &rarr; property rights, domestic competition and international competition Static GK link: The report cited GST, the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, ICEGATE, the Single Window Interface for Facilitating Trade and Direct Port Delivery as reform drivers. These measures aim to reduce transaction costs, improve competition and facilitate trade.

Question 9

How many women achievers were recognised in the Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List 2026?

Accepted Answer

117 - The Candere Hurun India Women Leaders List 2026 recognised 117 women achievers across 12 categories . &bull; Combined valuation represented &rarr; Rs 39 lakh crore &bull; Self-made women &rarr; 98 , or 84% of the list &bull; Average age &rarr; 48 years &bull; Youngest honouree &rarr; Sheetal Devi , aged 19 Static GK link: Roshni Nadar Malhotra led the Wealth Multipliers category, while Priya Nair topped Professional CEOs. Entrepreneur Rajni Bector , aged 86 , was the oldest honouree.

Question 10

What maximum casualty-risk threshold has IN-SPACe prescribed for planned re-entry of space objects?

Accepted Answer

Below 1 in 10,000 - The IN-SPACe guidelines require casualty risk from a planned space-object re-entry to remain below 1 in 10,000 . The norms were issued on 23 July 2026 and made public on 29 July 2026 . &bull; Indian entities &rarr; prior IN-SPACe authorisation required &bull; Foreign entities &rarr; application through an Indian-incorporated entity &bull; Submission &rarr; trajectory, risk and safety assessments &bull; Post-launch re-entry decision &rarr; ordinarily seek approval six months before execution Static GK link: IN-SPACe is headquartered at Bopal, Ahmedabad, Gujarat . The framework operates under the Indian Space Policy 2023 and may require third-party liability insurance.

Question 11

The Zoological Survey of India's comprehensive national catalogue completed in 2026 covers species belonging to which biological order?

Accepted Answer

Lepidoptera - The Zoological Survey of India completed a comprehensive national catalogue of species belonging to the order Lepidoptera , which includes butterflies and moths. &bull; Purpose &rarr; structured documentation of India's species diversity &bull; Uses &rarr; taxonomy, threatened-species monitoring and biodiversity planning &bull; Beneficiaries &rarr; researchers, conservationists and policymakers Static GK link: ZSI functions under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change and is headquartered in Kolkata, West Bengal . Lepidoptera are characterised by scale-covered wings, and reliable cataloguing helps identify distribution patterns, conservation priorities and gaps in scientific knowledge.

Question 12

Which shipyard built Nipun, the second indigenous Diving Support Vessel delivered to the Indian Navy in July 2026?

Accepted Answer

Hindustan Shipyard Limited - Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam built Nipun , the second indigenous Diving Support Vessel delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 July 2026 . &bull; Indigenous content &rarr; nearly 75% &bull; Roles &rarr; deep-sea saturation diving, submarine rescue and underwater salvage &bull; Classification &rarr; built under Indian Register of Shipping rules &bull; Special feature &rarr; side diving stage for specialised operations Static GK link: The word Nipun means adept, capable or highly skilled. Diving Support Vessels provide platforms, equipment and life-support systems for sustained underwater work and strengthen naval rescue and maritime-salvage capability.

Question 13

How many international matches did Ajinkya Rahane play across Tests, ODIs and T20Is before announcing retirement?

Accepted Answer

195 - Ajinkya Rahane retired from international cricket after playing 195 matches across Tests, ODIs and T20Is during his 2011-2023 international career. &bull; Tests &rarr; 85 matches and 5,077 runs , including 12 centuries &bull; ODIs &rarr; 90 matches and 2,962 runs &bull; Test captaincy &rarr; six matches, four wins and two draws Static GK link: Rahane led India to the historic 2-1 Border-Gavaskar Trophy victory in Australia in 2020-21. His century at the Melbourne Cricket Ground was central to India's comeback in that series.

Question 14

What was the theme of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026?

Accepted Answer

Trapped Behind the Scam - The theme of the World Day Against Trafficking in Persons 2026 was Trapped Behind the Scam . The observance is held annually on 30 July . &bull; Focus &rarr; forced labour, sexual exploitation and technology-enabled trafficking &bull; Approach &rarr; victim-centred protection, rehabilitation and access to justice &bull; 2026 emphasis &rarr; trafficking linked to fraudulent and deceptive schemes Static GK link: The day was established through UN General Assembly Resolution A/RES/68/192, adopted in December 2013 , and was first observed on 30 July 2014 . It promotes cooperation among governments, law-enforcement agencies and civil society.

Question 15

The University of Western Australia campus proposed in Chennai under Tamil Nadu's July 2026 MoUs involves an investment of how much?

Accepted Answer

Rs 125 crore - The proposed University of Western Australia campus at Velachery, Chennai, involves an investment of Rs 125 crore . It formed part of four MoUs signed by the Tamil Nadu government . &bull; Expected employment &rarr; 2,920 direct and indirect jobs &bull; Motivelink facility &rarr; about Rs 300 crore in Kancheepuram district &bull; Other participants &rarr; Nordex and Chubb Static GK link: The foreign university campus is proposed under UGC regulations. The broader investment package combines higher education, advanced manufacturing, Global Capability Centres and research facilities, reinforcing Chennai's role in global business services and technology-led development.

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