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Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams 06 May 2026

Current Affairs MCQs for UPSC & State PSC Exams

Q1:

According to the United Nations report (2024), which of the following migration corridors are among the top 10 in the world?

1.   India–United Arab Emirates

2.   India–United States of America

3.   India–Australia

4.   India–Canada

Select the correct answer:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 ,3 and 4 only

D: 1, 2, 3 and 4

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Answer: A

Explanation:

According to the United Nations report, the India–UAE and India–USA migration corridors are among the top 10 globally. In the UAE, Indian migrants are largely from the labor workforce, whereas in the United States they are mostly skilled professionals and students. India is the world’s largest recipient of remittances.

Q2:

Consider the following statements regarding the BrahMos missile:

1.   It is a joint venture between India and Russia

2.   It is a supersonic cruise missile

3.   India is considering selling it to Vietnam

Select the correct answer:

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: D

Explanation:

BrahMos is a joint venture between India and Russia and is a supersonic cruise missile. India is considering exporting it to Vietnam, which will strengthen its defence diplomacy.

Value Addition:
It is linked to India’s “Act East Policy” and defence exports strategy.

Q3:

Consider the following statements regarding the Supreme Court of India based on recent developments:

The Union Cabinet approved increasing the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court to 38, including the Chief Justice of India (CJI).

The power to increase the number of judges in the Supreme Court lies with the Supreme Court Collegium.

The Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Act, 2026, was passed to increase the judge strength from 34 to 38.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is correct: The Union Cabinet, led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved increasing the sanctioned strength of the Supreme Court of India from 34 to 38 judges, which includes the Chief Justice of India (CJI).

Statement 2 is incorrect: Under Article 124(1) of the Constitution of India, the Parliament is empowered to prescribe by law a larger number of judges for the Supreme Court. The Collegium recommends names for appointment, but it does not determine the total sanctioned strength.

Statement 3 is incorrect: The Cabinet approved the introduction of the Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Amendment Bill, 2026, not the Amendment Act 2026. The approval is for the Bill to amend the existing Supreme Court (Number of Judges) Act, 1956.

Q4:

With reference to the recent suspected Hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship near Cape Verde, consider the following statements regarding Hantavirus:

Hantavirus is a zoonotic disease primarily transmitted to humans through direct contact with infected human carriers.

It causes two major diseases: Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS) and Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS).

Currently, there is no specific vaccine or antiviral treatment available for Hantavirus.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: A

Explanation:

Statement 1 is Incorrect: Hantavirus is a zoonotic virus that primarily spreads from rodents (such as rats and mice) to humans, not directly between humans. Humans contract it by inhaling airborne particles from infected rodent waste (urine, feces, or saliva). While limited human-to-human transmission has been reported in specific South American strains, it is not the primary mode of transmission.

Statement 2 is Correct: Hantavirus belongs to the Hantaviridae family and causes two major illnesses: Hantavirus Pulmonary Syndrome (HPS), which severely affects the lungs, and Hemorrhagic Fever with Renal Syndrome (HFRS), which causes severe kidney failure.

Statement 3 is Correct: There is no specific treatment, cure, or vaccine available for hantavirus infections. Treatment is restricted to intensive supportive medical care, such as oxygen therapy.

Q5:

With reference to the Aadhaar (Targeted Delivery of Financial and Other Subsidies, Benefits and Services) Act, 2016, consider the following statements:

Aadhaar is a proof of both identity and citizenship of India.

Aadhaar is mandatory for accessing all private and public services.

The Unique Identification Authority of India (UIDAI) is a statutory body under the Act.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A: 1 and 2 only

B: 1 and 3 only

C: 2 and 3 only

D: 1, 2, and 3

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Answer: B

Explanation:

Statement 1 is incorrect: According to the Supreme Court’s judgment in the Justice K.S. Puttaswamy (Retd.) vs Union of India (2018) case, Aadhaar is only proof of identity/residence and not a proof of citizenship.

Statement 2 is incorrect: Aadhaar is mandatory only for subsidies, services, and benefits funded from the Consolidated Fund of India (Section 7 of the Act). Private entities cannot make it compulsory.

Statement 3 is correct: The UIDAI is a statutory body established under the provisions of the Aadhaar Act, 2016.