Daily Current Affairs Quiz 28 August 2026
Test your knowledge with the Daily Current Affairs Quiz 28 August 2026. This practice set includes important questions from national affairs, science and technology, international relations, economy, sports, books and government schemes.
The questions are useful for candidates preparing for upcoming SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC MTS, RRB NTPC, Group D, RRB ALP and other competitive examinations. Attempt all questions first, note your score and then read the explanations for better revision.
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Question of the Day: Which organisation launched the Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026?
Daily Current Affairs Questions and Answers
1). The National Conclave on Tribal Languages and Museums in August 2026 was organised in which city?
A. Bhopal
B. Mysuru
C. Ranchi
D. Guwahati
Answer: B. Mysuru
Explanation: The Ministry of Tribal Affairs organised the three-day National Conclave on Tribal Languages and Museums from 24-26 August 2026 in Mysuru, Karnataka. The event focused on preserving tribal languages and strengthening tribal and tribal freedom-fighter museums.
2). How many monuments and archaeological sites did Mizoram declare as State Protected Monuments in August 2026?
A. 59
B. 69
C. 79
D. 89
Answer: C. 79
Explanation: The Government of Mizoram declared 79 monuments and archaeological sites as “State Protected Monuments” under the Mizoram Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Sites and Remains Act, 2001.
3). How many Indian Pharmacopoeia Nitrosamine Impurities Reference Standards were launched by the Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission?
A. Five
B. Six
C. Seven
D. Ten
Answer: C. Seven
Explanation: The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission launched seven reference standards to help laboratories detect and measure potentially harmful nitrosamine impurities in pharmaceutical products.
4). What was the theme of the inaugural edition of Sagar Samvad?
A. Blue Economy for a Developed India
B. Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047
C. Ports and Coastal Tourism
D. Safe Seas and Secure Trade
Answer: B. Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047
Explanation: The National Shipping Board organised its first “Sagar Samvad” in New Delhi on 25 August, 2026 under the theme “Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047”
The objective of the event is to launch a five-point roadmap aimed at adding 100 new vessels to Indian Merchant for the next five years. The inaugural edition was chaired by the Union Minister Sarbananda Sonowal.
5). Which organisation is organising the Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026?
A. ISRO
B. JNARDDC
C. CSIR-NAL
D. NITI Aayog
Answer: B. JNARDDC
Explanation: The Jawaharlal Nehru Aluminium Research Development and Design Centre (JNARDDC), an autonomous body under the Ministry of Mines, is organising Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026 . The hackathon supports the National Critical Mineral Mission.
Q6) What was the theme for the World Water Week 2026 observed from 23 to 27 August 2026?
A. Accelerating Water Action
B. Water and Climate Resilience
C. Water for Sustainable Development
D. Water for People and Progress
Answer: Water for People and Progress
Explanation: The World Water Week 2026 took place from 23-27 August, 2026 in Stockholm, Sweden with the theme “Water for People and Progress”. World Water Week has been organised annually since 1991 by the Stockholm International Water Institute (SIWI).
7). India and Morocco announced a plan to double bilateral trade over the next five years. What was the approximate bilateral trade figure reached in 2025?
A. USD 2 billion
B. USD 3 billion
C. More than USD 4 billion
D. More than USD 10 billion
Answer: C. More than USD 4 billion
Explanation: During the India–Morocco Joint Commission discussions, both sides announced plans to double bilateral trade over the next five years. Bilateral trade had crossed USD 4 billion in 2025.
8). Who inaugurated the PMFME Conclave 2026 and launched the PMFME Bazaar on 24 August 2026?
A. Shivraj Singh Chauhan
B. Amit Shah
C. Chirag Paswan
D.Akhilesh Yadav
Answer: C. Chirag Paswan
Explanation: Union Minister Chirag Paswan inaugurated the PMFME Conclave 2026 on 24 August 2026 and also launched the PMFME Bazaar which showcase products from micro food industries across the 25 states and Union Territories.
9). Air India entered into an interline partnership with which airline to improve connectivity with Bhutan?
A. Bhutan Airlines
B. Drukair
C. Nepal Airlines
D. Maldivian
Answer: B. Drukair
Explanation: Air India partnered with Drukair, Bhutan’s national flag carrier. The arrangement allows passengers to use single-ticket itineraries and transfer baggage across connected routes.
10). The DRDO’s indigenous Military Combat Parachute System was tested at an altitude of approximately:
A. 12,000 feet
B. 16,000 feet
C. 18,000 feet
D. 22,000 feet
Answer: D. 22,000 feet
Explanation: The Military Combat Parachute System was tested at the Nyoma-Mudh Drop Zone in Ladakh from an altitude of 22,000 feet. The system is intended for high-altitude special-operations missions.
11). Who won the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix?
A. Lewis Hamilton
B. George Russell
C. Lando Norris
D. Kimi Antonelli
Answer: C. Lando Norris
Explanation: McLaren driver Lando Norris won the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix at Zandvoort in the Netherlands. Kimi Antonelli finished second and George Russell finished third.
12). Who authored the biographical novel “Kaho Kalidasa!”?
A. Yugul Joshi
B. Amitav Ghosh
C. Vikram Sampath
D. Ashwin Sanghi
Answer: A. Yugul Joshi
Explanation: Union Minister Gajendra Singh Shekhawat launched “Kaho Kalidasa!”, a biographical novel about the classical Sanskrit poet and dramatist Kalidasa. The book was authored by Yugul Joshi.
13). When is the World Lake Day 2026 celebrated?
A. 25 August 2026
B. 27 August 2026
C. 22 August 2026
D. 24 August 2026
Answer: C. 27 August 2026
Explanation: This year , The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) observed the World Lake Day on 27 August 2026 with the theme “Lakes: the lifeblood of our Planet”.
14). The Andhra Pradesh–United Kingdom MoU includes urban development cooperation covering Amaravati and how many municipalities?
A. 100
B. 110
C. 123
D. 150
Answer: C. 123
Explanation: The agreement covers Amaravati and 123 municipalities. It focuses on sustainable urban infrastructure, mobility, water supply, drainage, waste management and advanced planning technologies.
15). What is the name of the rocket launch complex announced by SpaceX in southern Louisiana?
A. Starbase Louisiana
B. Spaceport Delta
C. Louisiana Orbital Centre
D. Star Launch Gulf
Answer: A. Starbase Louisiana
Explanation: SpaceX announced plans for Starbase Louisiana, a large rocket launch complex in southern Louisiana. The proposed site is intended to support future Starship missions and other spaceflight activities.
Important One-Liners for Revision
- The National Conclave on Tribal Languages and Museums was held in Mysuru, Karnataka.
- Mizoram declared 79 monuments and archaeological sites as State Protected Monuments.
- The Indian Pharmacopoeia Commission launched seven nitrosamine impurity reference standards.
- The National Shipping Board organised its first “Sagar Samvad” in New Delhi on 25 August, 2026. under the theme “Charting the Roadmap Towards Maritime India Vision 2030 and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047” .
- JNARDDC is organising the Critical Minerals Innovation Hackathon 2026.
- India and Morocco planned to double bilateral trade over the next five years.
- Chirag Paswan inaugurated the PMFME Conclave 2026 on 24 August 2026 and also launched the PMFME Bazaar
- The UN Environment Programme (UNEP) observed the World Lake Day on 27 August 2026 with the theme “Lakes: the lifeblood of our Planet”.
- Air India’s interline partner in Bhutan is Drukair.
- DRDO tested the Military Combat Parachute System at 22,000 feet in Ladakh.
- Lando Norris won the 2026 Dutch Grand Prix.
- “Kaho Kalidasa!” was authored by Yugul Joshi.
- The World Water Week 2026 took place from 23-27 August, 2026 in Stockholm, Sweden with the theme “Water for People and Progress”.
- The Andhra Pradesh–United Kingdom urban-development cooperation covers 123 municipalities.
- SpaceX announced Starbase Louisiana in southern Louisiana.
Score Check
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- 10–12: Good performance
- 7–9: Revise the explanations once more
- Below 7: Read the one-liners and attempt the quiz again
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1) Who should attempt this Daily Current Affairs Quiz?
This quiz is useful for candidates preparing for SSC CGL, SSC CHSL, SSC MTS, RRB NTPC, Railway Group D, RRB ALP and other competitive examinations.
Q2) How many questions are included in this quiz?
This practice set contains 15 multiple-choice questions with answers and explanations.
Q3) How should I revise daily current affairs?
Attempt a daily quiz, read the explanations, revise the one-liners and review the monthly current-affairs capsule at the end of each month.
Q4) Can Railway and SSC aspirants use the same current-affairs quiz?
Yes. Most general-awareness topics are common to SSC and Railway examinations. Candidates should use the same core current affairs material and then practise exam-specific mock tests separately.