Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 6 March 2026 (MCQs for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railways & Defence Exams)

Question 1

Which Union Minister launched digital tools and mascots for Census-2027?

Accepted Answer

Amit Shah - Union Home Minister Amit Shah launched four digital tools and mascots “Pragati” and “Vikas” for Census-2027, marking India’s move towards a fully digital census.

Question 2

What are the mascots launched for Census-2027?

Accepted Answer

Pragati and Vikas - The mascots Pragati (female) and Vikas (male) symbolize equal participation of men and women in India's development vision toward 2047.

Question 3

Which of the following is NOT one of the digital tools launched for Census-2027?

Accepted Answer

Digital India Portal - The four tools are HLBC Web Application, HLO Mobile App, Self Enumeration Portal, and Census Management & Monitoring System (CMMS).

Question 4

Janaushadhi Saptah 2026 was observed from which dates?

Accepted Answer

1–7 March 2026 - The Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilisers observed Janaushadhi Saptah from 1–7 March 2026 to promote affordable generic medicines.

Question 5

Which scheme is promoted during Janaushadhi Saptah?

Accepted Answer

PMBJP - The campaign promotes Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) which provides low-cost generic medicines.

Question 6

The theme of Janaushadhi Saptah 2026 is?

Accepted Answer

Jan Aushadhi – Affordable & Trustworthy - The Hindi theme emphasizes affordable and trustworthy medicines with health and savings.

Question 7

Which organization organizes Janaushadhi Saptah?

Accepted Answer

PMBI - The event is organized by Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India (PMBI) under the Department of Pharmaceuticals.

Question 8

Who was reappointed as Drugs Controller General of India in March 2026?

Accepted Answer

Rajeev Singh Raghuvanshi - The Appointments Committee of the Cabinet reappointed him as DCGI for one year.

Question 9

Central Bank of India increased its stake in Generali insurance JVs to what percentage?

Accepted Answer

26% - The stake increase allows the bank stronger governance and bancassurance integration.

Question 10

World Day of Fight Against Sexual Exploitation is observed on?

Accepted Answer

4 March - The day aims to raise awareness against sexual exploitation and support victims.

Question 11

Theme of World Obesity Day 2026 is?

Accepted Answer

8 Billion Reasons to Act on Obesity - The theme reflects the global population and urgency to tackle obesity worldwide.

Question 12

Project HANUMAN launched in Andhra Pradesh focuses on?

Accepted Answer

Wildlife conflict management - The project aims to reduce human-wildlife conflict and improve wildlife rescue systems.

Question 13

Which Andhra Pradesh leader launched Project HANUMAN?

Accepted Answer

Pawan Kalyan - Deputy CM Pawan Kalyan launched the project.

Question 14

Under Project HANUMAN, how many GPS-enabled vehicles were deployed?

Accepted Answer

100 - The project deployed 100 GPS vehicles including rescue vehicles and wildlife ambulances.

Question 15

Which of the following cities hosts a Wildlife Rescue Centre under Project HANUMAN?

Accepted Answer

Visakhapatnam - Wildlife rescue centres were established at Visakhapatnam, Rajamahendravaram, Tirupati and Bairluty.

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