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9 May 2026 · 10 questions
Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the 9th Chief Minister of West Bengal on May 9, 2026. This marks a historic moment — he is the state's first CM from which party since Independence?
Correct Answer: B. BJP
Suvendu Adhikari took oath as the 9th Chief Minister of West Bengal on May 9, 2026 — becoming the state's first BJP Chief Minister since Independence. The swearing-in ceremony was held at Brigade Parade Ground, Kolkata, in the presence of PM Narendra Modi and senior NDA leaders. Along with him, 5 BJP leaders were sworn in as ministers. This is a major political shift in a state that has been historically dominated by INC, Left Front (CPI(M)), and TMC.
India launched a new identity card system for Census enumerators ahead of Census 2027. What technology does this system use for authenticity verification?
Correct Answer: D. QR-code scanning
India introduced QR-code-enabled identity cards for Census enumerators as part of the upcoming Census 2027 exercise. The new system allows residents to verify the authenticity of Census staff by scanning the QR code on their ID using a mobile device. The move is part of the government's larger digital Census framework aimed at improving transparency, security, and efficiency in the upcoming nationwide population enumeration.
Justice Ramachandra Dattatray Huddar was appointed Chairperson of the Admission Overseeing Committee (AOC) in which state?
Correct Answer: A. Karnataka
Retired Karnataka High Court judge Justice Ramachandra Dattatray Huddar was appointed Chairperson of the Admission Overseeing Committee (AOC) for professional courses in Karnataka. The appointment was announced on May 8, 2026. The AOC plays a key role in overseeing admissions to professional courses such as engineering, medical, and dental programmes in the state. The body ensures transparency and fairness in the admission process.
The Supreme Court of India proposed a permanent women-only Vice-President post in the SCBA starting from which year?
Correct Answer: C. 2027-28 election cycle
The Supreme Court of India proposed the creation of a permanent women-only Vice-President post in the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA) starting from the 2027-28 election cycle. The proposal was made during hearings related to reforms in Bar bodies and women's representation in the legal profession. The move aims to increase the participation of women advocates in legal leadership roles.
Jharkhand achieved a zero primary dropout rate in 2024-25, down from what figure in 2014-15?
Correct Answer: B. 6.41%
Jharkhand achieved a major milestone in school education by recording a zero primary dropout rate in 2024-25, down from 6.41% in 2014-15. According to data linked to UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) and a NITI Aayog report released on May 8, 2026, the state has eliminated primary-level dropouts entirely. This is a significant achievement in primary education and school retention.
Which state has emerged as the leading state for house completion under PMAY-U 2.0 in 2025-26?
Correct Answer: D. Odisha
Odisha emerged as the leading state in India for house completion performance under Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana-Urban (PMAY-U 2.0). According to data available as of May 8, 2026, Odisha maintained the top position in house completion rankings from March 2025 to March 2026. The achievement highlights Odisha's strong implementation of the Centre's urban housing scheme. PMAY-U is the Centre's flagship scheme for affordable urban housing.
India is advancing the BRICS MSME cooperation agenda under its BRICS Chairship in which year?
Correct Answer: A. 2026
India started advancing a renewed agenda for MSME cooperation under its BRICS Chairship for 2026. As part of this initiative, the Ministry of MSME successfully organised the first SME Working Group Meeting on April 24, 2026, focusing on improving access to finance for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). BRICS now includes 11 members after the 2024 expansion — Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa, Egypt, Ethiopia, Iran, UAE, Indonesia, and Saudi Arabia (partial).
The Maharashtra Compressed Biogas (CBG) Policy 2026 was officially released on May 5, 2026. What is the state government's allocation for the policy?
Correct Answer: C. ₹500 crore
The Maharashtra government approved the Compressed Biogas (CBG) Policy 2026 to promote renewable energy generation through waste management and agricultural residue processing. The policy was approved by the Maharashtra Cabinet on April 22, 2026 and officially released on May 5, 2026. The state government allocated ₹500 crore for the policy during the financial year. CBG produced from waste reduces dependence on imported natural gas and supports India's clean energy transition.
Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as West Bengal CM took place at which iconic venue in Kolkata?
Correct Answer: B. Brigade Parade Ground
Suvendu Adhikari's swearing-in as West Bengal's first BJP Chief Minister took place at Brigade Parade Ground in Kolkata on May 9, 2026. The ceremony was attended by PM Narendra Modi and several senior NDA leaders. Brigade Parade Ground is a historic open ground in central Kolkata where major political rallies are held, including the famous Brigade rallies by the Left Front and others. Adhikari is the 9th Chief Minister of West Bengal.
Jharkhand's zero primary dropout achievement was confirmed by data from which national education database?
Correct Answer: D. UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus)
Jharkhand's zero primary dropout rate in 2024-25 was confirmed by data linked to UDISE+ (Unified District Information System for Education Plus) and a NITI Aayog report released on May 8, 2026. UDISE+ is the official school education data system of the Government of India, maintained by the Ministry of Education. It collects comprehensive data on schools, students, teachers, and infrastructure for evidence-based education planning.