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20 April 2026 · 10 questions
Venezuela became the first country in the world to lose all its glaciers. In which year did this happen?
Correct Answer: C. 2024
In 2024, Venezuela became the first country in the world to lose all of its glaciers. This is a serious warning about the impact of climate change and rising global temperatures. Venezuela's last glacier was the Humboldt Glacier (also called La Corona). The loss of glaciers affects freshwater supplies, biodiversity, and local ecosystems. Glaciers are critical indicators of climate change globally.
The Union Cabinet extended PMGSY-III till March 2028 with a revised outlay of ₹83,977 crore. What does PMGSY stand for?
Correct Answer: A. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana
PMGSY stands for Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana. The Union Cabinet chaired by PM Narendra Modi approved the extension of PMGSY-III till March 2028 with a revised outlay of ₹83,977 crore. The scheme aims to strengthen rural connectivity by upgrading roads and linking villages to markets, schools, and healthcare facilities. PMGSY was launched in 2000 under PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
India's first advanced 3D semiconductor packaging unit was established in Odisha. Where exactly is it located?
Correct Answer: D. Info Valley
The foundation stone for India's first advanced 3D semiconductor packaging unit was laid in Odisha at Info Valley on April 19, 2026. The project, worth ₹2,000 crore, marks a major leap in India's journey towards self-reliance in high-end semiconductor technology. This is part of India's broader semiconductor mission to build domestic chipmaking capabilities.
Sadhvi Satish Sail was crowned Femina Miss India World 2026. This was the 61st edition of Femina Miss India. She is from which state?
Correct Answer: B. Goa
Sadhvi Satish Sail from Goa was crowned Miss India World 2026 at the grand finale held in Bhubaneswar. This was the 61st edition of the prestigious Femina Miss India pageant. Rajnandini Pawar from Maharashtra secured the first runner-up position. The event was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, marking a first for the state to host this prestigious pageant.
The Union Cabinet approved the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool). What is the sovereign guarantee corpus backing it?
Correct Answer: C. ₹12,980 crore
The Union Cabinet approved the creation of the Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMI Pool), announced on April 18, 2026, backed by a ₹12,980 crore sovereign guarantee corpus. This initiative aims to strengthen India's maritime security and trade resilience by providing insurance coverage for India's maritime trade routes and vessels, reducing dependence on foreign marine insurers.
Mount Everest is known as the 'Mother Goddess of the Earth'. What is its name in the Nepali language?
Correct Answer: A. Sagarmatha
Mount Everest is known as 'Sagarmatha' in Nepali (meaning 'Goddess of the Sky') and 'Chomolungma' in Tibetan (meaning 'Mother Goddess of the Earth'). At 8,848.86 metres, it is the world's highest mountain above sea level. It lies on the border of Nepal and Tibet (China). It was first summited on May 29, 1953 by Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay.
PMGSY was launched in which year and under which Prime Minister?
Correct Answer: D. 2000, PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY) was launched in 2000 under Prime Minister Atal Bihari Vajpayee. The scheme was designed to provide all-weather road connectivity to unconnected rural habitations. PMGSY-I, II, and III have been successive phases. The Union Cabinet extended PMGSY-III till March 2028 with a revised outlay of ₹83,977 crore.
The Femina Miss India World 2026 grand finale was held in which city?
Correct Answer: B. Bhubaneswar
The 61st edition of Femina Miss India 2026 grand finale was held in Bhubaneswar, Odisha — the first time the state hosted this prestigious pageant. Sadhvi Satish Sail from Goa was crowned Miss India World 2026, and Rajnandini Pawar from Maharashtra was the first runner-up. Bhubaneswar is the capital of Odisha and is known as the 'Temple City of India'.
What is the value of the 3D semiconductor packaging project launched in Odisha at Info Valley?
Correct Answer: C. ₹2,000 crore
India's first advanced 3D semiconductor packaging unit was launched at Info Valley, Odisha with a project value of ₹2,000 crore. The foundation stone was laid on April 19, 2026. This is part of India's semiconductor mission to build domestic chipmaking and packaging capabilities. Odisha is emerging as a key hub for semiconductor and technology investments in India.
Venezuela lost its last glacier — the Humboldt Glacier. What is its other name?
Correct Answer: A. La Corona
Venezuela's last glacier — the Humboldt Glacier — is also known as 'La Corona' (The Crown). When it was downgraded from a glacier to an ice field in 2024, Venezuela became the first country in the world to lose all its glaciers. This was a stark milestone in the global climate crisis. Venezuela is located in South America and its capital is Caracas.