Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 28 January 2026 (SSC | Banking | UPSC | Railways | Defence | Insurance)

Question 1

India celebrated which Republic Day on 26 January 2026?

Accepted Answer

77th - India adopted its Constitution on 26 January 1950, making 2026 the 77th Republic Day.

Question 2

The Republic Day Parade 2026 was held at which location?

Accepted Answer

Kartavya Path - Rajpath was officially renamed Kartavya Path and hosts the Republic Day parade.

Question 3

Who unfurled the National Flag on Republic Day 2026?

Accepted Answer

President of India - The President of India is the constitutional head who unfurls the flag on Republic Day.

Question 4

What was the theme of Republic Day celebrations 2026?

Accepted Answer

150 Years of Vande Mataram - The theme commemorated 150 years of the patriotic song “Vande Mataram.”

Question 5

Who were the Chief Guests at Republic Day 2026?

Accepted Answer

EU Council & Commission Presidents - Antonio Costa and Ursula von der Leyen attended together—first such EU-level representation.

Question 6

Which organization showcased the LR-AShM missile?

Accepted Answer

DRDO - DRDO developed and showcased the Long-Range Anti-Ship Hypersonic Missile.

Question 7

LR-AShM is primarily designed for which purpose?

Accepted Answer

Coastal defence - The missile is meant to meet India’s coastal and naval defence requirements.

Question 8

Bharat Parv 2026 was organised by which ministry?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Tourism - Bharat Parv showcases cultural diversity and tourism during Republic Day celebrations.

Question 9

Bharat Parv 2026 was held at which location?

Accepted Answer

Red Fort - Bharat Parv traditionally takes place at the Red Fort in New Delhi.

Question 10

The Beating Retreat Ceremony marks the end of which celebrations?

Accepted Answer

Republic Day - Beating Retreat formally concludes Republic Day festivities on 29 January.

Question 11

Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia holds charge of which ministry?

Accepted Answer

Ministry of Communications - He heads the Ministry of Communications and MDoNER.

Question 12

The Matabari Tourism Circuit project is located in which state?

Accepted Answer

Tripura - The project integrates Tripura Sundari Temple, Chabimura and Dumbur Lake.

Question 13

What is the total outlay of the Matabari Tourism Circuit project?

Accepted Answer

₹450 crore - The total project cost is ₹450 crore with MDoNER contribution.

Question 14

AVCDS stands for?

Accepted Answer

Agarwood Value Chain Development Scheme - AVCDS focuses on agarwood processing and livelihood creation.

Question 15

Central Processing Centres under AVCDS are set up in which states?

Accepted Answer

Assam & Tripura - CPCs are located in Golaghat (Assam) and North Tripura.

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