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4 May 2026 · 7 questions
International Firefighters Day is observed every year on which date?
Correct Answer: B. May 4
International Firefighters Day (IFFD) is observed worldwide on May 4 every year to honour the courage, sacrifice, and commitment of firefighters around the world. The date was established after a tragic incident in Australia in 1999 when 5 firefighters lost their lives battling a wildfire in Linton, Victoria. The day pays tribute to those who have died protecting people, property, and the environment.
R Balasubramaniam and Joram Aniya were appointed Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog. With their addition, the core team now has how many members?
Correct Answer: D. 7 members
R Balasubramaniam and Joram Aniya were appointed as Full-Time Members of NITI Aayog by the Government of India. Their appointment, approved by PM Narendra Modi, expanded the core team to seven members. The new members bring expertise in governance and grassroots development. NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) replaced the Planning Commission in 2015 and the Prime Minister is its ex-officio Chairperson.
India set a Guinness World Record for the largest underwater national flag. Where was this event held on May 3, 2026?
Correct Answer: A. Radhanagar Beach, Andaman and Nicobar Islands
India set a Guinness World Record by unfurling the world's largest underwater national Tricolour flag at Radhanagar Beach on May 3, 2026. The event took place at Swaraj Dweep on Havelock Island in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The achievement showcased commendable coordination between agencies and divers. Radhanagar Beach is consistently ranked among the most beautiful beaches in Asia.
Prasoon Joshi was appointed as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati. The announcement was made on which date?
Correct Answer: C. May 2, 2026
The Government of India appointed Prasoon Joshi as the new Chairman of Prasar Bharati, announced on May 2, 2026. The appointment is seen as a step towards creativity and innovation in India's public broadcasting system. Prasoon Joshi has a strong background in literature, advertising, and cinema. Prasar Bharati is India's autonomous public broadcaster, comprising Doordarshan and All India Radio (AIR).
Radhanagar Beach — where India's underwater Tricolour record was set — is located on which island?
Correct Answer: B. Havelock Island
Radhanagar Beach is located on Havelock Island (officially renamed Swaraj Dweep) in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. The island was renamed in 2018 by PM Narendra Modi to honour Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose. Radhanagar Beach is famous for its white sand and turquoise waters, and was named the Best Beach in Asia by TIME magazine in 2004. India set the Guinness World Record here on May 3, 2026.
Prasar Bharati — whose Chairman is Prasoon Joshi — comprises which two main broadcasting bodies?
Correct Answer: D. Doordarshan and All India Radio (AIR)
Prasar Bharati is India's autonomous public broadcaster, comprising Doordarshan (DD) — India's national television broadcaster — and All India Radio (AIR), also known as Akashvani — India's national radio broadcaster. Prasar Bharati was established under the Prasar Bharati Act, 1990 and became operational on November 23, 1997. It functions under the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting.
Why was May 4 chosen as International Firefighters Day?
Correct Answer: A. To honour 5 firefighters who died in the 1999 Linton wildfire in Australia
May 4 was chosen as International Firefighters Day to honour 5 firefighters from Linton, Victoria, Australia, who lost their lives battling a wildfire on December 2, 1998 (the day was officially established in 1999). The day also coincides with St. Florian's Day — patron saint of firefighters in many cultures. The day is now observed worldwide to recognise firefighters' sacrifices.