Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 21-04-2026 (Online Prelims Test)

Q1.The "Heart of the World" recognition was bestowed upon which Indian lake by the United Nations?

a. Dal Lake b. Chilika Lake c. Hussain Sagar Lake d. Vembanad Lake

Q2).During which dynasty was the foundation of the modern city of Hyderabad and the construction of Hussain Sagar laid?

a. Nizam Shahi b. Adil Shahi c. Qutb Shahi d. Asaf Jahi

Q3). With reference to the Indian economy, "Distress-driven employment" is best described as:

a. Workers shifting to high-growth sectors for better pay b. Individuals entering low-value work out of economic necessity rather than choice. c. Voluntary unemployment while searching for a "dream job d. Employment generated specifically through government stimulus packages.

Q4).The "Gender Wage Gap" in India is most severe in which of the following segments?

a. Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs). b. Regular Salaried Jobs. c. Casual Labour and Informal Work. d. Multinational Corporations.

Q5).The "National Creche Scheme" is a central sector scheme that aims to provide day-care facilities to children of working mothers. It is implemented by which Ministry?

a. Ministry of Labour and Employment. b. Ministry of Women and Child Development. c. Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship. d. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

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Ernest Peck 25 days

The correct answer is b. Chilika Lake.

Chilika Lake was recognized by the United Nations as the “Heart of the World” snake game due to its rich biodiversity and importance as the largest coastal lagoon in India.

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