Daily Top Current Affairs MCQ of the day for 30th January 2026
Q1. The Beating Retreat Ceremony marking the culmination of the 77th Republic Day celebrations was held at which place?
A. Red Fort
B. India Gate
C. Vijay Chowk
D. Rashtrapati Bhavan
✅ Correct Answer: C. Vijay Chowk
📝 Description: The Beating Retreat Ceremony was held at Vijay Chowk, symbolising the formal conclusion of Republic Day celebrations with military bands and patriotic music.
Q2. Under which Finance Commission were ₹1,156 crore released for rural local bodies?
A. 13th Finance Commission
B. 14th Finance Commission
C. 15th Finance Commission
D. 16th Finance Commission
✅ Correct Answer: C. 15th Finance Commission
📝 Description: The Central Government released funds under the 15th Finance Commission to strengthen Panchayati Raj Institutions in Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra, and Tripura.
Q3. Which institution launched Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0?
A. Ministry of Rural Development
B. NITI Aayog
C. National Health Authority
D. Finance Commission
✅ Correct Answer: B. NITI Aayog
📝 Description: NITI Aayog launched Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 to improve outcomes in aspirational districts focusing on health, nutrition, sanitation, education, and animal vaccination.
Q4. Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 will run for how long?
A. One month
B. Two months
C. Three months
D. Six months
✅ Correct Answer: C. Three months
📝 Description: The campaign began on 28 January 2026 and will continue for three months, emphasizing outcome-based governance in underdeveloped districts and blocks.
Q5. According to the Economic Survey 2025–26, which state hosts the highest share of India’s GenAI startups?
A. Maharashtra
B. Telangana
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
✅ Correct Answer: C. Karnataka
📝 Description: As per the Economic Survey 2025–26, Karnataka hosts 39% of India’s generative AI startups, reinforcing Bengaluru’s tech leadership.
Q6. India’s startup ecosystem is currently ranked how globally?
A. First
B. Second
C. Third
D. Fourth
✅ Correct Answer: C. Third
📝 Description: The Economic Survey highlighted India as the third-largest startup ecosystem globally, driven by innovation, digital infrastructure, and policy support.
Q7. Which body’s Regulations, 2026 were kept in abeyance by the Supreme Court?
A. AICTE
B. NCERT
C. UGC
D. CBSE
✅ Correct Answer: C. UGC
📝 Description: The University Grants Commission Regulations, 2026 were paused due to concerns of discrimination against general category candidates.
Q8. Which Article allows reasonable restrictions on freedom of speech?
A. Article 14
B. Article 19(1)(a)
C. Article 19(2)
D. Article 21
✅ Correct Answer: C. Article 19(2)
📝 Description: The Delhi High Court clarified that freedom of speech is subject to reasonable restrictions under Article 19(2), especially against defamatory and malicious speech.
Q9. Which wildlife sanctuary is facing controversy over boundary reduction?
A. Bandipur
B. Nagarhole
C. Shettihalli
D. Dandeli
✅ Correct Answer: C. Shettihalli
📝 Description: The Shettihalli Wildlife Sanctuary is under debate due to proposals to reduce its notified boundary.
Q10. India signed a preliminary aviation agreement with which country?
A. France
B. Russia
C. USA
D. Japan
✅ Correct Answer: B. Russia
📝 Description: Russia’s United Aircraft Corporation signed an agreement with India’s Flamingo Aerospace for IL-114-300 aircraft.
Q11. The IL-114-300 aircraft is best suited for:
A. Supersonic travel
B. Long-haul flights
C. Challenging terrains and regional routes
D. Naval operations
✅ Correct Answer: C. Challenging terrains and regional routes
📝 Description: The IL-114-300 turboprop aircraft is designed for regional connectivity in difficult terrains and remote areas.
Q12. India will co-chair the second India-Arab Foreign Ministers’ Meeting with which country?
A. Saudi Arabia
B. Egypt
C. UAE
D. Qatar
✅ Correct Answer: C. UAE
📝 Description: India will co-chair the meeting with the United Arab Emirates, strengthening India-Arab diplomatic engagement.
Q13. Which country’s parliament postponed the presidential election vote?
A. Syria
B. Iraq
C. Lebanon
D. Jordan
✅ Correct Answer: B. Iraq
📝 Description: Iraq’s parliament delayed electing the next president, slowing government formation after recent elections.
Q14. Which country denied any NATO-US agreement on Greenland?
A. Norway
B. Sweden
C. Denmark
D. Finland
✅ Correct Answer: C. Denmark
📝 Description: Denmark rejected claims of a NATO-US agreement on Greenland, reaffirming sovereignty and strategic autonomy in Arctic geopolitics.
Q15. What GDP growth rate did the Economic Survey 2025–26 project for India?
A. 6.8%
B. 7.0%
C. 7.4%
D. 8.1%
✅ Correct Answer: C. 7.4%
📝 Description: The Economic Survey projected 7.4% real GDP growth, driven by strong domestic demand, infrastructure spending, and consumption resilience.
⚡ Last-Minute Quick Revision Points
Beating Retreat marks the end of Republic Day celebrations
₹1,156 crore released under 15th Finance Commission
Sampoornata Abhiyan 2.0 → 3 months, aspirational districts
Focus sectors: Health, Nutrition, Sanitation, Education, Animal Vaccination
Karnataka hosts 39% GenAI startups
India = 3rd largest startup ecosystem
UGC Regulations 2026 kept in abeyance
Freedom of speech limited by Article 19(2)
Shettihalli Sanctuary boundary controversy
IL-114-300 boosts regional aviation
India-Arab FM Meet co-chaired with UAE
Iraq delays presidential election
Denmark denies NATO-US Greenland pact
Syria-Russia talks include military presence
India GDP growth projected at 7.4%