Question 1

What topics are covered in the 9 June 2026 current affairs quiz?

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The 9 June 2026 quiz covers Polity, Governance, Social Issues, International Relations with 25 MCQs sourced from The Hindu and Indian Express.

Question 2

How to use 9 June 2026 daily quiz for UPSC preparation?

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Attempt the quiz after reading the daily current affairs. Focus on understanding the explanation for each question. Link each topic to your static GK notes for comprehensive preparation.

Question 3

How many MCQs should I practice daily for competitive exams?

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Experts recommend 10–20 current affairs MCQs daily. This takes only 5–7 minutes but significantly improves retention through active recall, which is more effective than passive reading.

Question 4

Are these quiz questions based on The Hindu and Indian Express?

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Yes. All questions are derived from important news articles published in The Hindu and Indian Express, filtered and ranked by AI for exam relevance across UPSC, MPSC, SSC, Banking & Teaching exams.

Question 5

The Jharkhand High Court order mandates free education for children born of rape by invoking which constitutional article?

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Article 21A — The article explicitly states the court invoked Article 21A, which guarantees the Right to Education, along with the RTE Act, 2009, to mandate free and compulsory education for these children.

Question 6

Which constitutional article of Japan is central to the debate on its changing defence policy, as mentioned in the article?

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Article 9 — The article explicitly discusses the debate on revising Article 9 of the Japanese Constitution, which is the pacifist clause that renounces war and prohibits maintaining military forces. This is the core legal provision underpinning Japan's post-war defence identity.

Question 7

Which institute is the nodal agency for conducting the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) in India?

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International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) — The International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS), Mumbai, serves as the nodal agency for conducting the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) for the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. It is a premier demographic research institute.

Question 8

Which government body at the state level is primarily responsible for implementing and enforcing minimum wage revisions like the one mentioned for Karnataka?

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Labour Department — The Labour Department of a state government is the nodal agency for implementing labor laws, including the Minimum Wages Act, 1948. It issues notifications and is responsible for enforcement.

Question 9

Which institute is designated by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to conduct the National Family Health Survey (NFHS)?

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International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) — As per the article, the NFHS is commissioned by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, which designates the International Institute for Population Sciences (IIPS) to conduct the survey. IIPS is a deemed university in Mumbai focused on demographic research.

Question 10

Which High Court made the observations regarding the misuse of preventive detention powers in Prayagraj and Ghaziabad?

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Allahabad High Court — The article explicitly states that a bench of the Allahabad High Court, comprising Justices Siddharth and Vinai Kumar Dwivedi, heard the plea and made the observations about the 'shocking state of affairs'.

Question 11

Which ministry/department's body, the Public Investment Board (PIB), found that the Great Nicobar port 'lacked strategic objectives'?

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Ministry of Finance — The Public Investment Board (PIB) is a Finance Ministry body, as stated in the article. It appraises investment proposals and found the port lacked strategic objectives in August 2024.

Question 12

Which regulatory authority notified the 'Guidelines for Prevention and Regulation of Dark Patterns' in 2023?

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Central Consumer Protection Authority (CCPA) — The article states that the Guidelines were notified by the CCPA in 2023. The CCPA is the statutory body under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, responsible for curbing unfair trade practices, which includes regulating dark patterns.

Question 13

Which ministry oversees the execution of the Zojila Tunnel project?

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Ministry of Road Transport and Highways — The article mentions Union Minister for Road Transport and Highways Nitin Gadkari oversaw the final breakthrough. This ministry is responsible for national highway projects, including strategic ones like the Zojila Tunnel.

Question 14

The construction of the Zojila Tunnel is primarily aimed at enhancing connectivity for which Union Territory?

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Ladakh — The article explicitly states the Zojila Tunnel is a "strategic gamechanger for Ladakh" and connects Jammu & Kashmir with Ladakh to provide it year-round access.

Question 15

Consider the following statements regarding the Jharkhand High Court's landmark guidelines:

1. The court directed the complete prohibition of the 'two-finger test' and mandated that any violation be treated as professional misconduct.

2. The guidelines mandate that the investigation of a rape case must be completed within three months from the date of FIR registration.

3. The court ordered the appointment of district nodal officers to ensure free education for children born of rape only up to the age of 14 years.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Only 1 — Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect; the investigation deadline is two months, not three. Statement 3 is incorrect; education is mandated up to Class XII, not just up to age 14.

Question 16

Consider the following statements regarding Japan's changing defence outlook:

1. Japan's defence budget for 2025 was a record $58 billion, marking the 12th consecutive annual increase.

2. The 'Yoshida Doctrine', formulated after World War II, advocated for a strong independent military to ensure Japan's security.

3. In April 2026, Japan overturned its self-imposed ban on the export of lethal weaponry, including fighter aircraft and ships.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3 — Statement 1 is correct as per the article: 'Japan announced a record $58-billion defence budget... capping 12 straight years of increasing outlays.' Statement 2 is incorrect. The Yoshida Doctrine focused on economic recovery and entrusted security to the US, minimizing military armaments. Statement 3 is correct: the article states Japan overturned its ban on lethal arms exports in April, allowing exports of products like fighter aircraft and ships.

Question 17

Consider the following statements based on the NFHS-6 (2023-24) insights discussed in the article:

1. Female sterilisation remains the dominant contraceptive method in India, though its prevalence has declined since NFHS-5.

2. The data shows a significant increase in the use of modern reversible contraceptive methods among rural women.

3. Early marriage is identified in the article not just as a social problem but as a reproductive health emergency.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3 — Statement 1 is correct: NFHS-6 shows female sterilisation at 36.5%, down from 37.9% in NFHS-5. Statement 2 is incorrect: The article notes a 'slight decline in modern reversible methods' and a sharp rise in traditional methods, not an increase. Statement 3 is correct: The article explicitly states 'early marriage is not merely a social problem, it is a reproductive health emergency'.

Question 18

Consider the following statements regarding the Karnataka minimum wage notification:

1. It equalizes wages across 81 sectors of employment with an average wage increase of 60%.

2. The notification was issued on the directions of the Karnataka High Court.

3. It excludes sectors like garment work and plantation work, which employ a large number of women.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 1 and 3 — Statement 1 is correct as per the article. Statement 2 is incorrect because the notification was issued as per the directions of the Supreme Court, not the Karnataka High Court. Statement 3 is correct as the article explicitly mentions the exclusion of these four sectors.

Question 19

Consider the following statements regarding the findings and changes in NFHS-6 (2023-24):

1. The preliminary fact sheet of NFHS-6 contains more indicators than the previous NFHS-5 round.

2. NFHS-6 has reintroduced biological HIV testing as part of its clinical, anthropometric and biochemical testing schedule.

3. The survey recorded a decline in the percentage of women experiencing spousal violence compared to NFHS-5.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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Both 2 and 3 — Statement 1 is incorrect: NFHS-6 has 101 indicators in its preliminary fact sheet, which is fewer than the 131 in NFHS-5. Statement 2 is correct: The article states that biological HIV testing, which was dropped in NFHS-5, has been brought back in NFHS-6. Statement 3 is correct: NFHS-6 reported spousal violence at 22.3%, down from 29.3% in NFHS-5.

Question 20

As per the Jharkhand High Court order, within how many days must the compensation awarded to a rape victim be paid by the concerned authority?

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30 days — The article clearly states: "The compensation, whether interim or final, awarded to the victim, shall be paid to her by the concerned authority within 30 days from the date of passing of the order."

Question 21

According to the article, what is Japan's target for defence spending as a percentage of its GDP?

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2% — The article states Japan is in a five-year programme 'to double its annual arms spending to 2% of GDP — topping an unofficial 1% cap.' The other options are plausible distractors, but 2% is the explicit target mentioned.

Question 22

According to the NFHS-6 (2023-24) data cited in the article, what percentage of women aged 20-24 years in rural India were married before the age of 18?

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23.3% — The article states: 'Nationally, 20.1% of women aged 20–24 was married before the age of 18, with the rural figure reaching 23.3%.' 20.1% is the national average, 15.9% is the figure for men married before 21, and 7.9% is the teenage pregnancy rate in rural areas.

Question 23

According to the Karnataka minimum wage notification, what is the revised monthly minimum wage for an unskilled worker in a small town or rural area?

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₹19,318 — The article clearly states: "As per the notification, the minimum wage for unskilled workers will be ₹23,376 per month in Bengaluru, and ₹19,318 per month in the small towns and rural areas." The other options are distractors.

Question 24

According to the NFHS-6 preliminary findings, what was the approximate number of households from which data was recorded?

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Approximately 6.8 lakh households — The article explicitly states that NFHS-6 'recorded data from nearly 6.8 lakh households across every State and Union Territory except Manipur.' The other options are distractors not mentioned in the text.

Question 25

What is a primary objective of the Jharkhand High Court's direction to appoint district nodal officers for children born of rape?

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To ensure free and compulsory education for the children up to Class XII and monitor compliance. — The article states nodal officers are appointed "to ensure that free and compulsory education is imparted to the children born out of rape incidents till Class XII" and to monitor compliance, escalating issues to the Education Secretary.

Question 26

What is cited as a primary external driver for Japan's shift towards a more proactive defence policy?

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China's maritime build-up and assertive posture around Taiwan — The article identifies 'Beijing’s massive maritime build-up and increasingly assertive posture around Taiwan' as key threats driving Japan's policy shift, as they endanger Japan's vital sea lanes. While wavering US commitments and North Korean tests are also mentioned, China's actions are presented as a central, direct concern.

Question 27

What is the primary policy implication, as per the article's analysis, of the NFHS-6 data showing high female sterilisation and persistent child marriage?

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To shift the focus from population control metrics to enhancing women's reproductive agency and choice. — The article's core argument is that contraception must move 'from compliance to choice'. It critiques the historical focus on population control (exemplified by sterilisation camps) and advocates for policies that address structural causes like child marriage and lack of education to empower women's reproductive decisions.

Question 28

What is a primary criticism highlighted in the article regarding the Karnataka minimum wage notification?

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It excludes key labor-intensive sectors like garment and beedi work. — The article details this as a major 'lacunae' or gap. It states that leaving out these four sectors means workers there would earn around half the wages of comparable workers in the 81 covered sectors, perpetuating poverty, especially for women.

Question 29

What is the primary reason cited in the article for dropping the anaemia indicator from the NFHS-6 preliminary fact sheet?

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Methodological concerns that the finger-prick blood method overstates anaemia prevalence. — The article explains that anaemia was dropped due to methodological debates. Nutrition researchers contended that NFHS's method of measuring haemoglobin from a finger-prick blood sample overstated anaemia compared to venous blood draws used in other surveys. Hence, tracking will shift to a separate survey believed to be more accurate.

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