Quiz: Weekly Current Affairs: 20-26 April 2026 Important Current Affairs
Quiz: Weekly Current Affairs: 20-26 April 2026 Important Current Affairs
The Sekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary has been recognized as which number Ramsar site in India?
With the inclusion of Sekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh, the total number of Ramsar sites in India has reached 99.
- > Located in Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh
- > Hotspot for migratory birds
- > 99th Ramsar site
- Ramsar site is an international treaty for the conservation of wetlands.
- India joined this treaty in February 1992.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Convention Year | 1971 |
| Total sites in India | 99 |
Which state tops India in terms of bat diversity?
According to the report by the Nature Conservation Foundation, West Bengal has the highest (68) species of bats.
- > West Bengal (68 species)
- > Meghalaya (66 species)
- > First bat report
- Bats act as pollinators in the ecosystem.
- This is the first bat census or report in India.
| Subject | Diversity |
|---|---|
| West Bengal | 68 species |
| Meghalaya | 66 species |
Who has been appointed as the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court?
Justice Lisa Gill has assumed office as the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
- > First woman Chief Justice
- > Andhra Pradesh High Court
- > Justice Lisa Gill
- Appointment under Article 217 of the Constitution.
- Judges of the High Court are paid from the state fund.
| Appointing Authority | President |
|---|---|
| Retirement Age | 62 years |
Under which article of the Constitution has road safety been recognized as a fundamental right?
The Supreme Court has considered road safety as a fundamental right under Article 21 (Right to Life).
- > Article 21
- > Right to Life
- > Road safety
- Article 21 is one of the pillars of India's fundamental rights.
- It ensures the protection of personal liberty.
| Fundamental Right | Article |
|---|---|
| Right to Life | 21 |
What is the name of the AI chatbot of the CBI?
The CBI has launched an AI chatbot named 'Abhay' to prevent fraud.
- > AI chatbot
- > CBI
- > Prevention of digital fraud
- CBI is the premier investigative agency of India.
- Effective in preventing digital arrests or fraud.
| CBI | Establishment |
|---|---|
| Established | 1963 |
By what name is the Goldman Environmental Prize known?
The Goldman Environmental Prize is called the 'Green Nobel'.
- > Green Nobel
- > Honoring environmental activists
- > Six women winners
- The prize was established in 1989.
- It is given for outstanding contributions to environmental protection.
| Award | Goldman |
|---|---|
| Field | Environment |
Which city has been declared as the 'World Book Capital' by UNESCO for the year 2026?
The city of Rabat, Morocco, has been declared the 'World Book Capital' for 2026.
- > Rabat, Morocco
- > UNESCO declaration
- > World Book Capital
- April 23 is observed as World Book Day.
- Rio de Janeiro was the capital for 2025.
| Year | Capital |
|---|---|
| 2026 | Rabat |
When is National Panchayati Raj Day celebrated?
National Panchayati Raj Day is celebrated in India every year on April 24.
- > April 24
- > 73rd Amendment
- > Local self-governance
- Lord Ripon is the father of local self-governance.
- The 11th Schedule contains the functions of the Panchayat.
| Amendment | Year |
|---|---|
| 73rd | 1992 |
Which Indian cricketer has scored the most runs in T20 Internationals?
Smriti Mandhana has become India's highest run-scorer in T20 Internationals by scoring 4244 runs.
- > Smriti Mandhana
- > 4244 runs
- > Broke Rohit Sharma's record
- She is one of India's best batters.
- She is also a top-tier player at the global level.
| Record Holder | Runs |
|---|---|
| Smriti Mandhana | 4244 |
Between whom was the DOVEX 2026 military exercise held?
The diving exercise 'DOVEX 2026' between India and Sri Lanka was held in Colombo.
- > India-Sri Lanka
- > Diving exercise
- > Colombo
- INS Nireekshak participated in this.
- This was the fourth edition.
| Subject | Information |
|---|---|
| Edition | Fourth |
With which state is the Goria Puja festival associated?
The Goria Puja festival is mainly celebrated in the state of Tripura.
- > Tripura
- > Baba Goria Puja
- > 7-day festival
- It is celebrated by the Kok Borok speaking community.
- It is organized in the month of April.
| Festival | State |
|---|---|
| Goria Puja | Tripura |
Who is the 95th Chess Grandmaster of India?
22-year-old Aronyak Ghosh from West Bengal has become India's 95th Chess Grandmaster.
- > Aronyak Ghosh
- > West Bengal
- > 95th Grandmaster
- Grandmaster is the highest title in chess.
- Mayank Chakraborty was the 94th Grandmaster.
| Grandmaster | Number |
|---|---|
| Aronyak Ghosh | 95th |
Which two languages have been recognized as official languages of Meghalaya?
The Meghalaya government has given administrative status to Khasi and Garo languages.
- > Meghalaya
- > Khasi and Garo
- > Administrative language
- The importance of these two languages is immense in the culture of Meghalaya.
- English also remains an administrative language.
| Language | State |
|---|---|
| Khasi and Garo | Meghalaya |
Who has been named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year 2026?
Tennis player Carlos Alcaraz has been named Laureus World Sportsman of the Year 2026.
- > Carlos Alcaraz
- > Tennis
- > Laureus Award
- The Laureus Award is known as the Sports Oscar.
- Aryna Sabalenka has become Sportswoman of the Year.
| Award | Winner |
|---|---|
| Sportsman | Carlos Alcaraz |
When is National Civil Services Day celebrated?
National Civil Services Day is celebrated every year on April 21.
- > April 21
- > Sardar Patel
- > Civil Service
- In 1946, Patel addressed the first batch.
- The day has been celebrated since 2006.
| Day | Date |
|---|---|
| Civil Services Day | April 21 |
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