India recently condemned airstrikes carried out by Pakistan in which country?
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7%
A) Iran
78%
B) Afghanistan
11%
C) Iraq
4%
D) Syria
A fully automated Haldia Bulk Terminal was recently inaugurated in which state?
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8%
A) Odisha
38%
B) Gujarat
46%
C) West Bengal
8%
D) Maharashtra
The Prime Minister recently launched projects worth ₹23,550 crore in which city of Assam?
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28%
A) Guwahati
34%
B) Silchar
31%
C) Dibrugarh
7%
D) Jorhat
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1. Consider the following statements regarding the 'Punnapra-Vayalar' revolt:
(i) It took place in 1946 against the 'American Model' of governance.
(ii) It was primarily organized by the Indian National Congress.
(iii) T.K. Madhavan was the chief leader of this movement.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A. (i) only
B. (i) and (ii) only
C. (ii) and (iii) only
D. All of the above
Answer: A. (ii) is incorrect as it was led by the Communist Party; (iii) is incorrect as leaders included T.V. Thomas and others
2. Which among the following is the correct sequence of the arrival of European powers in Kerala?
A. Portuguese, Dutch, French, English
B. Portuguese, Dutch, English, French
C. Dutch, Portuguese, English, French
D. Portuguese, English, Dutch, French
Answer: B. Portuguese (1498), Dutch (1603), English (1615), and French (1668).
3. The 'Kerala Budget 2026' has allocated a significant portion of its funds toward the "Green Hydrogen Hub." In which district is the primary hub proposed to be established?
A. Ernakulam
B. Thiruvananthapuram
C. Vizhinjam (Thiruvananthapuram)
D. Kochi (Ernakulam)
Answer: D. Kochi is being developed as a major Green Hydrogen Hub as per recent state policy updates.
4. Which of the following statements about the 'Nila' (Bharathapuzha) river is correct?
A. The Kundala dam is built across this river.
B.It flows primarily through the Idukki and Ernakulam districts.
C. It is the longest river in Kerala.
D. It originates from the Anamalai hills in the Western Ghats.
Answer : D. It originates from the Anamalai hills in the Western Ghats.
The river takes its birth in the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu.
5. Under the Indian Constitution, the 'Directive Principles of State Policy' (DPSP) are borrowed from the constitution of which country?
A. United Kingdom
B. Canada
C. Ireland
D. USA
Answer : C. Ireland
The DPSP, which are guidelines for the state to frame laws, were inspired by the Irish Constitution.
6. Which among the following is a 'Water Soluble' vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin K
Answer : A. Vitamin C
Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C are the primary water-soluble vitamins.
7. In the context of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which schedule was added to the Constitution?
A. Twelfth Schedule
B. Tenth Schedule
C. Ninth Schedule
D. Eleventh Schedule
Answer : D.
Eleventh Schedule
The 73rd Amendment (Panchayati Raj) added the Eleventh Schedule containing 29 functional items.
8. Who is known as the 'Lincoln of Kerala'?
A. Pandit Karuppan
B. Ayyankali
C. Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi
D. Sri Narayana Guru
Answer : A. Pandit Karuppan
Pandit Karuppan was given this title for his work towards the upliftment of the downtrodden.
9. The 'Fundamental Duties' were incorporated into the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of which committee?
A. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
B. Swaran Singh Committee
C. Sarkaria Commission
D. Verma Committee
Answer : B. Swaran Singh Committee
The Swaran Singh Committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties during the Emergency.
10. Who was the founder of 'Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha' (PRDS)?
A. Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara
B. Poykayil Yohannan
C. Mannathu Padmanabhan
D. Dr. Palpu
Answer : B. Poykayil Yohannan
Poykayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) founded the PRDS in 1909.
(i) It took place in 1946 against the 'American Model' of governance.
(ii) It was primarily organized by the Indian National Congress.
(iii) T.K. Madhavan was the chief leader of this movement.
Which of the statements above is/are correct?
A. (i) only
B. (i) and (ii) only
C. (ii) and (iii) only
D. All of the above
Answer: A. (ii) is incorrect as it was led by the Communist Party; (iii) is incorrect as leaders included T.V. Thomas and others
2. Which among the following is the correct sequence of the arrival of European powers in Kerala?
A. Portuguese, Dutch, French, English
B. Portuguese, Dutch, English, French
C. Dutch, Portuguese, English, French
D. Portuguese, English, Dutch, French
Answer: B. Portuguese (1498), Dutch (1603), English (1615), and French (1668).
3. The 'Kerala Budget 2026' has allocated a significant portion of its funds toward the "Green Hydrogen Hub." In which district is the primary hub proposed to be established?
A. Ernakulam
B. Thiruvananthapuram
C. Vizhinjam (Thiruvananthapuram)
D. Kochi (Ernakulam)
Answer: D. Kochi is being developed as a major Green Hydrogen Hub as per recent state policy updates.
4. Which of the following statements about the 'Nila' (Bharathapuzha) river is correct?
A. The Kundala dam is built across this river.
B.It flows primarily through the Idukki and Ernakulam districts.
C. It is the longest river in Kerala.
D. It originates from the Anamalai hills in the Western Ghats.
Answer : D. It originates from the Anamalai hills in the Western Ghats.
The river takes its birth in the Anamalai hills of the Western Ghats in Tamil Nadu.
5. Under the Indian Constitution, the 'Directive Principles of State Policy' (DPSP) are borrowed from the constitution of which country?
A. United Kingdom
B. Canada
C. Ireland
D. USA
Answer : C. Ireland
The DPSP, which are guidelines for the state to frame laws, were inspired by the Irish Constitution.
6. Which among the following is a 'Water Soluble' vitamin?
A. Vitamin C
B. Vitamin D
C. Vitamin A
D. Vitamin K
Answer : A. Vitamin C
Vitamin B complex and Vitamin C are the primary water-soluble vitamins.
7. In the context of the 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which schedule was added to the Constitution?
A. Twelfth Schedule
B. Tenth Schedule
C. Ninth Schedule
D. Eleventh Schedule
Answer : D.
Eleventh Schedule
The 73rd Amendment (Panchayati Raj) added the Eleventh Schedule containing 29 functional items.
8. Who is known as the 'Lincoln of Kerala'?
A. Pandit Karuppan
B. Ayyankali
C. Vakkom Abdul Khadar Maulavi
D. Sri Narayana Guru
Answer : A. Pandit Karuppan
Pandit Karuppan was given this title for his work towards the upliftment of the downtrodden.
9. The 'Fundamental Duties' were incorporated into the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of which committee?
A. Balwant Rai Mehta Committee
B. Swaran Singh Committee
C. Sarkaria Commission
D. Verma Committee
Answer : B. Swaran Singh Committee
The Swaran Singh Committee recommended the inclusion of Fundamental Duties during the Emergency.
10. Who was the founder of 'Prathyaksha Raksha Daiva Sabha' (PRDS)?
A. Blessed Kuriakose Elias Chavara
B. Poykayil Yohannan
C. Mannathu Padmanabhan
D. Dr. Palpu
Answer : B. Poykayil Yohannan
Poykayil Yohannan (Kumara Guru) founded the PRDS in 1909.
National Vaccination Day (March 16)
Significance: Commemorates the launch of India's first Pulse Polio Immunization Programme on March 16, 1995.
Theme 2026: "Vaccines Work for All" – focusing on universal immunization and herd immunity.
Milestone: India has maintained its "Polio-free" status since 2014.
Significance: Commemorates the launch of India's first Pulse Polio Immunization Programme on March 16, 1995.
Theme 2026: "Vaccines Work for All" – focusing on universal immunization and herd immunity.
Milestone: India has maintained its "Polio-free" status since 2014.
Maternal Healthcare: The Supreme Court directed all State Governments to complete maternal healthcare infrastructure upgrades in government hospitals by June 2026, citing it as a fundamental right under Article 21.
Dam Safety: Union Minister C.R. Patil (Ministry of Jal Shakti) inaugurated the new office of the National Dam Safety Authority (NDSA) in New Delhi and launched digital initiatives for dam governance.
Green Protocol: To ensure an eco-friendly election, the Executive Director of Suchitwa Mission has been appointed as the State-level Nodal Officer for implementing the Green Protocol during the April 9 polls.
Best Supporting Actor
Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
🎭 Best Supporting Actress
Amy Madigan – Weapons
Sean Penn – One Battle After Another
🎭 Best Supporting Actress
Amy Madigan – Weapons
AIFF condoles the death of former General Secretary Kushal Das
The All India Football Federation condoled the passing of former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das, who served the federation from 2010 to 2022. Das passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 66. He is survived by his wife and two sons
The All India Football Federation condoled the passing of former AIFF General Secretary Kushal Das, who served the federation from 2010 to 2022. Das passed away on Friday, March 13, 2026, at the age of 66. He is survived by his wife and two sons
Indian Army launches major bridge project in Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu
The Indian Army has launched a Major Bridge Project in Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu. The Ministry of Defence said the bridge links Colombo, the capital city, with the key economic centre of Puttalam along the vital coastal corridor passing through the Chilaw district. It added that the project represents India’s ongoing engineering assistance provided to support Sri Lanka’s infrastructure recovery and connectivity
The Indian Army has launched a Major Bridge Project in Sri Lanka under Operation Sagar Bandhu. The Ministry of Defence said the bridge links Colombo, the capital city, with the key economic centre of Puttalam along the vital coastal corridor passing through the Chilaw district. It added that the project represents India’s ongoing engineering assistance provided to support Sri Lanka’s infrastructure recovery and connectivity
United States and South Korea Launch Massive Joint Military Exercise ‘Freedom Shield’
Demonstrating their combined strength and readiness, the U.S. Eighth Army and the Republic of Korea Army executed a dynamic river-crossing exercise on March 14, a key event within the annual Freedom Shield 26 exercise. This demanding training is a visible symbol of the U.S. commitment to the defense of Korea and regional stability, proving that our forces are ready to deter conflict.
Demonstrating their combined strength and readiness, the U.S. Eighth Army and the Republic of Korea Army executed a dynamic river-crossing exercise on March 14, a key event within the annual Freedom Shield 26 exercise. This demanding training is a visible symbol of the U.S. commitment to the defense of Korea and regional stability, proving that our forces are ready to deter conflict.
INS Trikand concludes port call at Port Louis, participates in Mauritius National Day celebrations
INS Trikand represented India at the 58th Mauritius National Day celebrations at Port Louis.
Activities: Featured a marching contingent, naval band, and an integral helicopter fly-past at Champ de Mars.
INS Trikand represented India at the 58th Mauritius National Day celebrations at Port Louis.
Activities: Featured a marching contingent, naval band, and an integral helicopter fly-past at Champ de Mars.