CGL 2026: Current Affairs – Practice MCQs (General Awareness)

Sharpen your exam preparation with these 20 carefully selected Multiple Choice Questions on Current Affairs for CGL 2026. Each question is followed by an explanation to help you understand the concept thoroughly.

Instructions: Choose the most appropriate option for each question. Answers and explanations are provided at the end of each question block.

Q1. The headquarters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is located in:

  • A. Geneva
  • B. New York
  • C. Washington D.C.
  • D. London

Correct Answer: C

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is headquartered in Washington D.C., USA. It was established in 1944 at the Bretton Woods Conference.

Q2. India's national space agency is:

  • A. NASA
  • B. ISRO
  • C. ESA
  • D. JAXA

Correct Answer: B

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) is India's national space agency, headquartered in Bengaluru. It was established in 1969.

Q3. The G20 Summit 2023 was held in:

  • A. Indonesia
  • B. India
  • C. Brazil
  • D. South Africa

Correct Answer: B

India hosted the G20 Summit in September 2023 in New Delhi. The theme was 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (One Earth, One Family, One Future).

Q4. Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2022?

  • A. Brazil
  • B. France
  • C. Argentina
  • D. Germany

Correct Answer: C

Argentina won the FIFA World Cup 2022, held in Qatar, defeating France in the final on penalties. Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball award.

Q5. The Chandrayaan-3 mission successfully landed on the Moon in:

  • A. June 2023
  • B. July 2023
  • C. August 2023
  • D. September 2023

Correct Answer: C

Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander successfully landed on the Moon's south pole on August 23, 2023, making India the first country to land near the lunar south pole.

Q6. Which country chairs BRICS after India in the rotation?

  • A. China
  • B. Russia
  • C. Brazil
  • D. South Africa

Correct Answer: D

South Africa held the BRICS presidency in 2023. The rotation follows alphabetical order: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa.

Q7. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana was launched in:

  • A. 2013
  • B. 2014
  • C. 2015
  • D. 2016

Correct Answer: B

PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) was launched on August 28, 2014 by PM Narendra Modi. It aims to ensure financial inclusion for all households.

Q8. Who is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations (as of 2024)?

  • A. Ban Ki-moon
  • B. Kofi Annan
  • C. António Guterres
  • D. Tedros Adhanom

Correct Answer: C

António Guterres (from Portugal) has been the Secretary-General of the United Nations since January 2017. He was re-appointed for a second term starting January 2022.

Q9. India's highest civilian award is:

  • A. Padma Shri
  • B. Padma Bhushan
  • C. Bharat Ratna
  • D. Padma Vibhushan

Correct Answer: C

Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian honour. It is awarded for exceptional service towards the advancement of art, literature, science, or public services.

Q10. The 2024 Olympic Games were held in:

  • A. Tokyo
  • B. Los Angeles
  • C. Paris
  • D. Brisbane

Correct Answer: C

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games (Paris 2024) were held in Paris, France from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Los Angeles will host 2028 Olympics.

Q11. Which of the following best describes Current Affairs in the context of General Awareness?

  • A. A fundamental concept
  • B. An advanced theory
  • C. A practical application
  • D. A historical event

Correct Answer: A

Current Affairs is considered a fundamental concept in General Awareness, forming the basis for higher-level understanding.

Q12. In competitive exams like CGL, Current Affairs is primarily tested under which section?

  • A. General Awareness
  • B. General Awareness
  • C. Current Affairs
  • D. English

Correct Answer: A

Current Affairs falls under General Awareness, which is tested in most competitive exams including CGL.

Q13. Which of the following is most relevant to Current Affairs?

  • A. Theoretical frameworks
  • B. Historical events
  • C. Mathematical formulas
  • D. All of the above depending on context

Correct Answer: D

Current Affairs can involve theoretical, historical, and mathematical aspects depending on the specific exam and question type.

Q14. What is the recommended approach to master Current Affairs for CGL?

  • A. Memorize all facts
  • B. Understand concepts and practice MCQs
  • C. Read textbooks only
  • D. Focus only on previous year questions

Correct Answer: B

The best approach is to understand core concepts of Current Affairs and then practice MCQs regularly. This builds both comprehension and speed.

Q15. How many questions from Current Affairs typically appear in CGL?

  • A. 1-2 questions
  • B. 3-5 questions
  • C. 5-8 questions
  • D. More than 10

Correct Answer: A

Most competitive exams like CGL have 1-2 questions from Current Affairs in the General Awareness section, though this can vary.

Q16. Which of the following best describes Current Affairs in the context of General Awareness?

  • A. A fundamental concept
  • B. An advanced theory
  • C. A practical application
  • D. A historical event

Correct Answer: A

Current Affairs is considered a fundamental concept in General Awareness, forming the basis for higher-level understanding.

Q17. In competitive exams like CGL, Current Affairs is primarily tested under which section?

  • A. General Awareness
  • B. General Awareness
  • C. Current Affairs
  • D. English

Correct Answer: A

Current Affairs falls under General Awareness, which is tested in most competitive exams including CGL.

Q18. Which of the following is most relevant to Current Affairs?

  • A. Theoretical frameworks
  • B. Historical events
  • C. Mathematical formulas
  • D. All of the above depending on context

Correct Answer: D

Current Affairs can involve theoretical, historical, and mathematical aspects depending on the specific exam and question type.

Q19. What is the recommended approach to master Current Affairs for CGL?

  • A. Memorize all facts
  • B. Understand concepts and practice MCQs
  • C. Read textbooks only
  • D. Focus only on previous year questions

Correct Answer: B

The best approach is to understand core concepts of Current Affairs and then practice MCQs regularly. This builds both comprehension and speed.

Q20. How many questions from Current Affairs typically appear in CGL?

  • A. 1-2 questions
  • B. 3-5 questions
  • C. 5-8 questions
  • D. More than 10

Correct Answer: A

Most competitive exams like CGL have 1-2 questions from Current Affairs in the General Awareness section, though this can vary.