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Which city has been designated as the 'World Book Capital' for the year 2026?
UNESCO has announced Rabat, the capital of Morocco, as the World Book Capital for the year 2026.
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Declared by UNESCO
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Rabat, the capital of Morocco
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Objective is to increase literacy
Additional Information
- UNESCO was established in 1945.
- Its headquarters is located in Paris.
- It primarily works for the promotion of education, science, and culture.
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| UNESCO established | 1945 |
| Headquarters | Paris, France |
Q2
What is the Maharashtra State Road Transport Corporation (MSRTC) more commonly known as?
MSRTC is known as 'Lal Pari' (Red Angel) due to their iconic red-colored buses.
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Iconic red color
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MSRTC title
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Transportation in Maharashtra
Additional Information
- MSRTC started its operations in 1948.
- It is an organization of the Government of Maharashtra.
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| Establishment | 1948 |
| Popular name | Lal Pari |
Q3
Where is the 4th India-Africa Forum Summit 2026 scheduled to be held?
The 4th India-Africa Forum Summit will be held in New Delhi on May 31, 2026.
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Location: New Delhi
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Timing: May 2026
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Participants: India and Africa
Additional Information
- The first summit was held in 2008.
- It helps in enhancing commercial relations.
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| First summit | 2008 |
| Current summit | 2026 |
Q4
When is World Malaria Day observed?
World Malaria Day is observed every year on 25 April.
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Day: 25 April
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Organizer: World Health Organization
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Objective: Awareness
Additional Information
- Malaria spreads through the bite of the female Anopheles mosquito.
- It is caused by Plasmodium parasites.
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| Carrier | Anopheles mosquito |
| Cause | Plasmodium parasite |
Q5
Which Indian Army Chief was recently inducted into the International Hall of Fame at the US Army War College?
Indian Army Chief General Upendra Dwivedi was recently honored with this distinction.
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Person honored: General Upendra Dwivedi
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Location: US Army War College
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Third Army Chief
Additional Information
- This is a recognition of military leadership worldwide.
- Alumni include V.K. Singh and Bikram Singh.
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| Current recipient | Upendra Dwivedi |
| Location | Pennsylvania, USA |
Q6
DivaEx 2026 is a joint diving exercise conducted between which two countries?
DivaEx 2026 is a joint diving exercise between the Navies of India and Sri Lanka.
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Participating countries: India and Sri Lanka
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Objective: Diving and rescue operations
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Location: Colombo
Additional Information
- INS Nireekshak participated in this.
- It enhances mutual cooperation.
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| Exercise | DivaEx 2026 |
| Location | Colombo |
Q7
Where will the World Para Athletics Championships 2027 be held?
The 13th World Para Athletics Championships in 2027 will be held in Tashkent, Uzbekistan.
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Location: Tashkent
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Timing: 2027
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First time in Central Asia
Additional Information
- Organized by the International Paralympic Committee.
- It is a biennial event.
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| Edition | 13th |
| Host country | Uzbekistan |
Q8
Which Indian company won the 'Product of the Year' award at the NAB Show 2026?
HCLTech and Amagi Corporation received this award.
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HCLTech winner
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Award: Product of the Year
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Location: Las Vegas
Additional Information
- HCLTech won for 'Voice OS AI'.
- It is famous for media technology.
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| Event | NAB Show 2026 |
| Winning company | HCLTech |
Q9
Which two river basins have been identified as high-risk areas for agricultural work?
Recent reports by FAO and WMO have identified the Ganga and Indus basins as high-risk areas.
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Ganga and Indus basins
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High risk
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Impact of heatwaves
Additional Information
- Extreme heatwaves reduce work capacity.
- It poses a threat to food security.
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| Reporting agencies | FAO and WMO |
| Main risk | Extreme heatwave |
Q10
Which city was designated as the World Book Capital in 2025?
The World Book Capital for 2025 was Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.
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2025 Capital: Rio de Janeiro
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2026 Capital: Rabat
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UNESCO initiative
Additional Information
- This city is selected by UNESCO.
- Its primary goal is to increase the habit of reading books.
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| 2025 Capital | Rio de Janeiro |
| 2026 Capital | Rabat |
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