January 2026 Current Affairs Mock Test
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Q1. The Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary, declared 'Maoist-free' in January 2026, is located in which state?
Correct Answer: [B] Odisha
Explanation: Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha was cleared of Maoist presence to boost conservation and ecotourism.
Explanation: Sunabeda Wildlife Sanctuary in Odisha was cleared of Maoist presence to boost conservation and ecotourism.
Q2. Who assumed charge as the Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission on January 1, 2026?
Correct Answer: [C] Arvind Panagariya
Explanation: Former NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya took charge as Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission.
Explanation: Former NITI Aayog Vice-Chairman Arvind Panagariya took charge as Chairman of the 16th Finance Commission.
Q3. Indian Railways introduced a humanoid robot named “ASC ARJUN” at which station in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [B] Chennai Central Railway Station
Explanation: AI-powered humanoid robot "ASC ARJUN" was deployed by Southern Railways at Chennai Central for assistance.
Explanation: AI-powered humanoid robot "ASC ARJUN" was deployed by Southern Railways at Chennai Central for assistance.
Q4. According to the UN WESP 2026 report, what is India's projected GDP growth rate for 2026?
Correct Answer: [B] 6.5%
Explanation: The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects report estimated India's economic growth at 6.5%.
Explanation: The UN World Economic Situation and Prospects report estimated India's economic growth at 6.5%.
Q5. Where was the 2nd edition of India-UAE joint military exercise "Desert Cyclone" held in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [A] Rajasthan, India
Explanation: Exercise Desert Cyclone strengthens tactical and defense cooperation between the Indian Army and UAE forces.
Explanation: Exercise Desert Cyclone strengthens tactical and defense cooperation between the Indian Army and UAE forces.
Q6. Which unique food item made from red weaver ants in Odisha received the Geographical Indication (GI) tag in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [B] Similipal Kai Chutney
Explanation: Prepared using red weaver ants by indigenous tribes in Mayurbhanj, Odisha, Kai Chutney is rich in medicinal properties.
Explanation: Prepared using red weaver ants by indigenous tribes in Mayurbhanj, Odisha, Kai Chutney is rich in medicinal properties.
Q7. Who became the first woman to hold the rank of Subedar in the Indian Army in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [A] Preeti Rajak
Explanation: Champion shooter Naib Subedar Preeti Rajak was promoted to the rank of Subedar, marking a historic milestone for women in the Indian Army.
Explanation: Champion shooter Naib Subedar Preeti Rajak was promoted to the rank of Subedar, marking a historic milestone for women in the Indian Army.
Q8. Which Indian city inaugurated India's first-ever green hydrogen-powered public transport bus service in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [C] Varanasi
Explanation: Varanasi launched commercial green hydrogen bus operations under clean-energy public transit initiatives.
Explanation: Varanasi launched commercial green hydrogen bus operations under clean-energy public transit initiatives.
Q9. The 19th Summit of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) in January 2026 was hosted by which country?
Correct Answer: [A] Uganda
Explanation: Kampala, Uganda hosted the 19th NAM Summit focusing on enhancing South-South trade and multilateral cooperation.
Explanation: Kampala, Uganda hosted the 19th NAM Summit focusing on enhancing South-South trade and multilateral cooperation.
Q10. Who was appointed as the new Director General of National Security Guard (NSG) in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [B] Daljit Singh Chawdhary
Explanation: Senior IPS officer Daljit Singh Chawdhary took over leadership of the elite counter-terrorism force NSG.
Explanation: Senior IPS officer Daljit Singh Chawdhary took over leadership of the elite counter-terrorism force NSG.
Q11. Which state government launched the 'Mukhya Mantri Mahila Udyamita Abhiyan' to empower women entrepreneurs in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [C] Assam
Explanation: The Assam government rolled out a comprehensive financial assistance framework to support rural women in establishing micro-enterprises.
Explanation: The Assam government rolled out a comprehensive financial assistance framework to support rural women in establishing micro-enterprises.
Q12. What is the name of India's first indigenous surveillance satellite developed by private sector players launched in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [A] TSAT-1A
Explanation: Built by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) alongside Satellogic, TSAT-1A delivers high-resolution optical earth observation imaging.
Explanation: Built by Tata Advanced Systems Limited (TASL) alongside Satellogic, TSAT-1A delivers high-resolution optical earth observation imaging.
Q13. Who won the prestigious 'M.S. Swaminathan Award' for 2026 for contributions to agricultural science?
Correct Answer: [D] Dr. B.R. Kamboj
Explanation: Vice-Chancellor of CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Dr. B.R. Kamboj, received the award for major breakthroughs in agronomic research.
Explanation: Vice-Chancellor of CCS Haryana Agricultural University, Dr. B.R. Kamboj, received the award for major breakthroughs in agronomic research.
Q14. The 7th edition of 'Khelo India Youth Games 2026' was officially hosted by which state?
Correct Answer: [B] Maharashtra
Explanation: Maharashtra hosted the Khelo India Youth Games, maintaining top standing on the overall medal tally.
Explanation: Maharashtra hosted the Khelo India Youth Games, maintaining top standing on the overall medal tally.
Q15. Which country officially joined BRICS as a full member on January 1, 2026?
Correct Answer: [C] Indonesia
Explanation: Indonesia officially integrated into the expanded BRICS bloc framework to strengthen multilateral economic ties.
Explanation: Indonesia officially integrated into the expanded BRICS bloc framework to strengthen multilateral economic ties.
Q16. India's first Dark Sky Park was established in which tiger reserve in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [A] Pench Tiger Reserve, Maharashtra
Explanation: Pench Tiger Reserve was designated as India's premier Dark Sky Park to mitigate light pollution and encourage astro-tourism.
Explanation: Pench Tiger Reserve was designated as India's premier Dark Sky Park to mitigate light pollution and encourage astro-tourism.
Q17. Which Indian paramilitary force celebrated its Raising Day on January 20, 2026?
Correct Answer: [B] National Disaster Response Force (NDRF)
Explanation: NDRF commemorated its Raising Day, acknowledging its critical operational role in domestic disaster management and relief operations.
Explanation: NDRF commemorated its Raising Day, acknowledging its critical operational role in domestic disaster management and relief operations.
Q18. Who won the men's singles title at the Malaysia Open Super 1000 badminton tournament in January 2026?
Correct Answer: [D] Anders Antonsen
Explanation: Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen clinched the prestigious Malaysia Open Super 1000 crown following an intense final showdown.
Explanation: Danish shuttler Anders Antonsen clinched the prestigious Malaysia Open Super 1000 crown following an intense final showdown.
Q19. The 'Pradhan Mantri Suryodaya Yojana', aimed at rooftop solar installation for households, was prominently expanded in January 2026. How many households are targeted?
Correct Answer: [C] 10 million (1 Crore)
Explanation: The expanded national mission targets rooftop solar installations for 1 crore households to ease electricity expenditure and accelerate green energy adoption.
Explanation: The expanded national mission targets rooftop solar installations for 1 crore households to ease electricity expenditure and accelerate green energy adoption.
Q20. Which Indian state launched the 'Smart Village-Smart Panchayat' portal in January 2026 to enhance digital governance?
Correct Answer: [A] Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat introduced the digital web portal to streamline rural administrative schemes, accountability, and transparency at the grassroots level.
Explanation: Gujarat introduced the digital web portal to streamline rural administrative schemes, accountability, and transparency at the grassroots level.
