17 july 2026

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Q1- India's first privately developed orbital rocket 'Vikram-1' is being developed by which company?
A- Agnikul Cosmos
B- Skyroot Aerospace
C- Bellatrix Aerospace
D- Pixxel
Answer: B) Skyroot Aerospace
Q2- India and which country are moving closer to finalizing a major Free Trade Agreement (FTA)?
A- Japan
B- Australia
C- United Kingdom
D- France
Answer: C) United Kingdom
Q3- Which organization announced major changes to the Cricket World Cup format?
A- BCCI
B- ICC
C- ECB
D- ACC
Answer: B) ICC
Q4- The Employees' Provident Fund Organisation (EPFO) functions under which Union Ministry?
A- Ministry of Finance
B- Ministry of Labour and Employment
C- Ministry of Corporate Affairs
D- Ministry of Commerce
Answer: B) Ministry of Labour and Employment
Q5- According to the IMD forecast for 17 July 2026, which state is expected to receive the heaviest rainfall?
A- Rajasthan
B- Odisha
C- Gujarat
D- Tamil Nadu
Answer: B) Odisha
Q6- Which of the following states is also under a heavy rainfall alert issued by IMD?
A- Uttar Pradesh
B- Bihar
C- Uttarakhand
D- All of the above
Answer: D) All of the above
Q7- Which constitutional proposal has been widely discussed in current affairs regarding India's Parliament?
A- Creation of a Legislative Council in all states
B- Expansion of Lok Sabha seats to 850
C- Direct election of Governors
D- Abolition of Rajya Sabha
Answer: B) Expansion of Lok Sabha seats to 850
Q8- A newly discovered damselfly species 'Lestes paloti' belongs to which biodiversity hotspot?
A- Himalayas
B- Sundarbans
C- Western Ghats
D- Aravalli Hills
Answer: C) Western Ghats
Q9- The Codex standards frequently seen in current affairs are primarily related to:
A- Space exploration
B- Food safety and food standards
C- Climate finance
D- Cyber security
Answer: B) Food safety and food standards
Q10- The recent discussion on fixed-term visa rules in the United States is especially significant for:
A- Indian farmers
B- Indian students
C- Indian sportspersons
D- Indian exporters
Answer: B) Indian students