Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 18-03-2026 (Online Prelims Test)
1) Which among the following will periodically fix the number of election commissioners?
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Answer : c
Explanation
C is correct. According to Article 324(2) of the Constitution of India, the Election Commission shall consist of the Chief Election Commissioner and such number of other Election Commissioners, if any, as the President may from time to time fix.
2) Which among the following is the nodal agency for DISHA Scheme (Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice)?
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Answer : a
Explanation
a is correct – The DISHA scheme integrates multiple legal aid initiatives especially for marginalized and rural communities.
It fulfils the constitutional mandate of Equal Justice and Free Legal Aid through digital platforms and grassroots legal services.
It is a Central Sector Scheme (100% funded by the Union Government) and Ministry of Law and Justice is the nodal agency.
3) Where is the Kharg Island located?
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Answer : a
Explanation
a is correct – Kharg Island is located in the Persian Gulf. It is a small Iranian coral island situated about 30–55 km off the coast of Iran and serves as the country's primary crude oil export terminal.
4) Which among the following states does not included in sixth schedule areas?
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Answer : d
Explanation
d is correct answer. Among the listed states, Manipur is not included in the Sixth Schedule areas.
The Sixth Schedule of the Indian Constitution provides for the administration of tribal areas in only four northeastern states: Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura, and Mizoram.
5) The term NavIC recently seen in news?
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Answer : a
Explanation
a is correct – NavIC is India’s regional satellite navigation system to provide accurate positioning, navigation, and timing services.
It is earlier known as Indian Regional Navigation Satellite System (IRNSS) changed as “NavIC” in 2016.
It is developed by the Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO).