Daily Current Affairs Quiz – 21 September 2026

Question 1

With reference to the MMDR Amendment Act, what is the primary concern raised by the BJD regarding Odisha's fiscal authority?

Accepted Answer

It strips the state of its constitutional right to levy taxes on mineral wealth.

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It mandates the state to provide free electricity to mining companies.

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It restricts the state from conducting environmental audits in mining zones.

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It forces the state to privatize all public sector mining corporations.

Question 2

In the context of Uttar Pradesh's development, what is the role of 'Banking Correspondent Sakhis'?

Accepted Answer

They provide banking services in villages.

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They are responsible for managing state-run primary schools.

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They oversee the distribution of subsidized fertilizers to farmers.

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They monitor the health metrics of women in rural areas.

Question 3

To minimize pollution in the Peruvannamuzhi reservoir, what type of boats are being introduced for tourism?

Accepted Answer

Solar-powered boats

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Electric-battery powered boats

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Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) boats

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Hydrogen-fuel cell boats

Question 4

What engineering methods are being employed in the coastal protection project for Pozhiyoor?

Accepted Answer

Groynes, seawall and tetrapods

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Mangrove plantation and artificial reefs

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Dredging and sand bypassing

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Breakwaters and beach nourishment only

Question 5

In the context of the 'Magnet Mission', what is identified as the primary policy challenge for India?

Accepted Answer

Understanding the process between resource possession and import reduction

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Lack of rare-earth resources

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Over-reliance on domestic mining

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High costs of Chinese imports

Question 6

Which technology is being discussed by experts as a potential tool in Alzheimer’s dementia care?

Accepted Answer

Non-invasive brain stimulation

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Robotic surgery

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Gene therapy

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Stem cell transplantation

Question 7

Regarding the dengue situation in Tamil Nadu, what trend has been observed in the government data for 2026?

Accepted Answer

A decline in cases for the third consecutive year

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A sharp increase in cases for the third consecutive year

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A steady plateau with no change in case numbers

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A record high number of deaths compared to previous years

Current Affairs Quiz 21 September 2026