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Daily Current Affairs Prelims Quiz 20-06-2026

1) The Election commission of India (ECI) derives its powers from which article of the constitution?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : b

Explanation

  • Option b is correct – The Election Commission of India (ECI) derives its powers from Article 324 of the Indian Constitution.
  • Article 280 establishes the Finance Commission of India.
  • Article 355 deals with the duty of the Union to protect states against external aggression and internal disturbance.
  • Article 356 concerns the imposition of President's Rule in states (State Emergency).

2) Consider the following statements

  1. DigiLocker is a secure, cloud-based platform that allows citizens to store, share, and verify authentic digital documents.
  2. DigiLocker documents are valid as originals.

Select the correct statements using the codes below:

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : c

Explanation

  • Statement 1 is correct – DigiLocker is a flagship initiative under the Digital India Programme launched by the Government of India.
  • It provides a secure, cloud-based platform that allows citizens to store, access, and share authentic digital documents like Aadhaar, PAN card.
  • Statement 2 is correct – the "Issued Documents" section of DigiLocker are legally recognized at par with physical original documents.
  • This is backed by Rule 9A of the Information Technology (Preservation and Retention of Information by Intermediaries providing Digital Locker facilities) Rules, 2016.

3) The Bharat Innovates 2026 is held in?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : a

Explanation

  • Option a is correct – Bharat Innovates 2026 was held in Nice, France.
  • The inaugural edition of the flagship tech and startup summit took place from June 14–16, 2026.
  • It was jointly inaugurated by Prime Ministers of india anf France.
  • The event connected over 120 Indian deep-tech startups with global investors, venture capitalists, and industry leaders.

4) Which is nodal agency for Depot Darpan initiative?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : b

Explanation

  • Option b is correct – The nodal agency for the Depot Darpan initiative is the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food & Public Distribution.
  • It is a portal & mobile app to uphold highest depot standards.
  • It was launched by the Department of Food and Public Distribution (DFPD), this digital platform is designed to modernize India's food storage ecosystem.
  • It utilizes Internet of Things (IoT) sensors and AI technologies to ensure that
    • Food Corporation of India (FCI) and
    • Central Warehousing Corporation (CWC) depots meet the highest quality.

5) Which one of the following was the theme for the 'World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought'?

  • a. 
  • b. 
  • c. 
  • d. 
Answer : d

Explanation

  • Option d is correct – World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought: Observed globally every year on June 17.
  • It highlights urgent actions needed to prevent land degradation and promotes global awareness of cooperation to combat desertification and recover from severe droughts.
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