Important Current Affairs Worksheet – March 2026

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General Studies Paper – Current Affairs (March 2026)

Time: 2 Hours
Maximum Marks: 200

📌 Instructions

  • Answer all questions.
  • Questions are of objective type (MCQs) and analytical type (Mains-style).
  • Each MCQ carries 2 marks.
  • Negative marking: –0.66 for each wrong answer.
  • Write answers clearly and concisely.

🟢 SECTION A – PRELIMS (MCQs)

(20 Questions × 2 Marks = 40 Marks)

Q1. With reference to India’s digital census, consider the following statements:

  1. It allows self-enumeration.
  2. It removes the role of enumerators entirely.
  3. It uses digital tools like GPS.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
A. 1 only
B. 1 and 3 only
C. 2 and 3 only
D. 1, 2 and 3

Q2. The financial year in India runs from:

A. January to December
B. April to March
C. July to June
D. October to September

Q3. Which of the following best explains inflation?

A. Decrease in prices
B. Increase in prices
C. Stability in prices
D. No change in economy

Q4. The Bab el-Mandeb Strait is significant because:

A. It connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans
B. It is a major oil trade route
C. It separates Europe and Asia
D. It is a freshwater lake

Q5. Which of the following countries are involved in recent West Asia tensions?

  1. Iran
  2. Israel
  3. Yemen

A. 1 and 2 only
B. 2 and 3 only
C. 1, 2 and 3
D. 1 only

Q6. The G7 Summit focuses on:

A. Military alliances
B. Economic cooperation
C. Cultural exchange
D. Space exploration

Q7. Which of the following is NOT a renewable energy source?

A. Solar
B. Wind
C. Coal
D. Hydro

Q8. Solid Waste Management Rules 2026 emphasize:

A. Waste segregation
B. Increasing landfills
C. Burning waste
D. Importing waste

Q9. India’s dependence on crude oil imports leads to:

A. Reduced inflation
B. Increased fiscal stability
C. External vulnerability
D. Increased exports

Q10. Which organization regulates banking in India?

A. SEBI
B. RBI
C. IMF
D. World Bank

Q11. Self-enumeration refers to:

A. Government surveys
B. Citizens filling their own data
C. Only rural surveys
D. Paper-based census

Q12. Which of the following is a stock exchange in India?

  1. Bombay Stock Exchange
  2. National Stock Exchange

A. 1 only
B. 2 only
C. Both 1 and 2
D. Neither

Q13. Rising crude oil prices impact:

A. Inflation
B. Import bill
C. Economic growth
D. All of the above

Q14. Renewable energy contributes to:

A. Pollution
B. Sustainability
C. Fossil fuel increase
D. Climate damage

Q15. Which of the following countries is NOT part of the G7?

A. USA
B. UK
C. India
D. Japan

Q16. Waste segregation means:

A. Mixing waste
B. Separating waste
C. Burning waste
D. Exporting waste

Q17. Census data is primarily used for:

A. Entertainment
B. Policy making
C. Sports
D. Defence

Q18. Which factor contributes most to inflation?

A. Stable oil prices
B. Rising oil prices
C. Low demand
D. High exports

Q19. Strategic straits like Bab el-Mandeb Strait are important for:

A. Tourism
B. Trade routes
C. Agriculture
D. Mining

Q20. Energy Statistics India report focuses on:

A. Defence
B. Agriculture
C. Energy sector
D. Education

🔵 SECTION B – MAINS (Descriptive)

(5 Questions × 20 Marks = 100 Marks)

Q21.

Discuss the significance of digital transformation in India’s census process. How will it impact governance and policymaking? (250 words)

Q22.

Examine the impact of rising tensions in West Asia on India’s economy and foreign policy. (250 words)

Q23.

Analyze how rising crude oil prices affect India’s macroeconomic stability. (250 words)

Q24.

Evaluate the role of global platforms like the G7 Summit in addressing global challenges. (150 words)

Q25.

Discuss the importance of waste management policies in achieving sustainable development goals (SDGs). (150 words)

🟣 SECTION C – SHORT NOTES

(5 Questions × 12 Marks = 60 Marks)

Write short notes on (150 words each):

Q26. Digital Census
Q27. Oil Price Shock
Q28. Renewable Energy in India
Q29. Role of RBI
Q30. Importance of Strategic Maritime Routes (e.g., Bab el-Mandeb Strait)

🟣 ANSWER KEY – SECTION A (PRELIMS MCQs)

Q1 – Q10

  1. B (1 and 3 only)
  2. B (April–March)
  3. B (Increase in prices)
  4. B (Bab el-Mandeb Strait – major oil trade route)
  5. C (All three: Iran, Israel, Yemen)
  6. B (G7 Summit – economic cooperation)
  7. C (Coal is non-renewable)
  8. A (Waste segregation)
  9. C (External vulnerability)
  10. B (RBI)

Q11 – Q20

  1. B (Citizens fill their own data)
  2. C (Both Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange)
  3. D (All of the above)
  4. B (Sustainability)
  5. C (India is not part of G7)
  6. B (Separating waste)
  7. B (Policy making)
  8. B (Rising oil prices)
  9. B (Trade routes – Bab el-Mandeb Strait)
  10. C (Energy sector)

🔵 SECTION B & C (MAINS + SHORT NOTES)

There are no fixed answers, but here are key points you must include to score high:

✍️ Q21. Digital Census

  • Definition: Use of digital tools in population counting
  • Features: Self-enumeration, mobile apps, GPS tagging
  • Benefits: Accuracy, speed, transparency
  • Impact: Better governance, targeted welfare schemes

✍️ Q22. West Asia Tensions

  • Regions involved: Iran, Israel, Yemen
  • Impact on India:
    • Oil price rise
    • Trade disruption
    • Diaspora concerns
  • Foreign policy: Strategic neutrality, diplomacy

✍️ Q23. Oil Prices & Economy

  • Increase in import bill
  • Inflation rise
  • Fiscal deficit pressure
  • Rupee depreciation

✍️ Q24. G7 Role

  • Global economic governance
  • Climate action
  • Energy security
  • India’s participation importance

✍️ Q25. Waste Management & SDGs

  • Clean environment
  • Recycling
  • Sustainable cities
  • SDG 11, 12, 13

📝 Short Notes (Q26–30) Key Points

  • Digital Census → Tech-based governance
  • Oil Shock → Inflation + economic stress
  • Renewable Energy → Solar, wind growth
  • RBI Role → Monetary policy, inflation control
  • Strategic Routes (Bab el-Mandeb Strait) → Global trade importance

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