Current Affairs Based on The Assam Tribune
Q1. The ‘Shikshapatri’ manuscript contains how many Sanskrit verses?
A. 108
B. 150
C. 212
D. 300
See: Daily Current Affairs 4-5 April 2026
Answer: C
Explanation:
The Shikshapatri contains 212 Sanskrit verses written by Swaminarayan.
It provides guidance on ethical living and social conduct.
It recently marked its 200-year anniversary at Oxford.
Related Info:
Written in early 19th century.
Important text of Swaminarayan sect.
Q2. The scar-free Fontan procedure recently performed is related to:
A. Brain surgery
B. Heart surgery
C. Kidney transplant
D. Lung surgery
Answer: B
Explanation:
Fontan procedure is used for congenital heart defects.
It allows blood flow directly to lungs bypassing the heart.
New technique avoids open chest surgery.
Related Info:
Used in single ventricle defects.
Improves long-term survival.
Q3. Mopin festival is mainly associated with which tribe?
A. Nyishi
B. Galo
C. Apatani
D. Monpa
Answer: B
Explanation:
Mopin festival is celebrated by the Galo tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
It reflects agricultural prosperity and unity.
The festival includes rituals, dance, and cultural events.
Related Info:
Celebrated in April.
Marks beginning of harvest season.
Q4. Gilbertson Sangma was popularly known as:
A. Golden Striker
B. Man with the Golden Boot
C. Assam Legend
D. Football King
Answer: B
Explanation:
Gilbertson Sangma was a legendary footballer from Assam.
He was called the “Man with the Golden Boot.”
A memorial tournament is planned in his honor.
Related Info:
He contributed to domestic football development.
Respected sports figure in Northeast India.
Q5. Mount Semeru is part of which global volcanic belt?
A. Alpine Belt
B. Mid-Atlantic Ridge
C. Pacific Ring of Fire
D. Himalayan Belt
Answer: C
Explanation:
Mount Semeru is located in Indonesia within the Pacific Ring of Fire.
This region has high volcanic and seismic activity.
Recent eruptions caused ash plumes and warnings.
Related Info:
Indonesia has over 130 active volcanoes.
Frequent earthquakes occur here.
Q6. Artemis II mission will test which spacecraft?
A. Falcon
B. Orion
C. Voyager
D. Dragon
Answer: B
Explanation:
Artemis II will test NASA’s Orion spacecraft.
It will carry astronauts on a lunar flyby mission.
This is the first crewed mission since Apollo era.
Related Info:
Artemis program aims Moon and Mars missions.
Orion is designed for deep space travel.
Q7. India shares how long a border with Myanmar?
A. 1,200 km
B. 1,640 km
C. 2,000 km
D. 2,500 km
Answer: B
Explanation:
India shares a 1,640 km long border with Myanmar.
It connects several northeastern states.
Important for strategic and economic cooperation.
Related Info:
States include Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland.
Act East policy strengthens ties.
Q8. India’s total installed wind energy capacity crossed:
A. 40 GW
B. 50 GW
C. 56 GW
D. 70 GW
Answer: C
Explanation:
India’s wind energy capacity exceeded 56 GW.
Recent addition of 6.05 GW boosted the total.
It reflects rapid renewable energy expansion.
Related Info:
Major wind states: Gujarat, Tamil Nadu.
Supports climate goals.
Q9. Harry Maguire plays for which club?
A. Chelsea
B. Liverpool
C. Manchester United
D. Arsenal
Answer: C
Explanation:
Harry Maguire is an English defender playing for Manchester United.
He signed a one-year contract extension.
He remains a key experienced player.
Related Info:
Transferred from Leicester City.
Record fee for a defender.
Q10. Jananjay Jyoti Hazarika won double gold in which sport?
A. Athletics
B. Swimming
C. Boxing
D. Wrestling
Answer: B
Explanation:
Jananjay Jyoti Hazarika is a swimmer from Assam.
He won two gold medals in Thailand competition.
Also set a championship record in butterfly event.
Related Info:
Represents India internationally.
Shows rising sports talent in Northeast.
Q11. India currently ranks ___ in renewable energy capacity globally.
A. 2nd
B. 3rd
C. 4th
D. 5th
Answer: B
Explanation:
India ranks 3rd globally in renewable energy capacity.
It follows China and the USA.
Rapid expansion driven by solar and wind energy.
Related Info:
IRENA publishes rankings.
India aims 500 GW by 2030.
Q12. The approved hydro projects in Arunachal are mainly implemented by:
A. NTPC
B. NHPC
C. BHEL
D. ONGC
Answer: B
Explanation:
NHPC is the key agency for hydro projects in Arunachal Pradesh.
These projects aim at power generation and grid stability.
They also help in flood moderation.
Related Info:
Arunachal has huge hydro potential.
Hydropower is renewable energy source.
Q13. The Sikh war memorial in London will honor soldiers from:
A. 1857 Revolt
B. World Wars
C. Kargil War
D. Afghan Wars
Answer: B
Explanation:
The memorial will commemorate Sikh soldiers who served in World Wars.
Around 83,000 Sikhs sacrificed their lives.
It highlights their contribution to global history.
Related Info:
Battle of Saragarhi is iconic.
Sikhs played major role in British Army.
Q14. Assam recorded voter turnout of over:
A. 75%
B. 80%
C. 85%
D. 90%
Answer: C
Explanation:
Assam recorded over 85% voter turnout.
It is the highest in its electoral history.
Shows strong democratic participation.
Related Info:
Conducted by Election Commission of India.
Higher turnout indicates political awareness.
Q15. Hargila conservation initiative is linked to which bird?
A. Flamingo
B. Peacock
C. Greater Adjutant Stork
D. Crane
Answer: C
Explanation:
Hargila refers to the Greater Adjutant Stork.
Community initiatives in Assam improved its conservation.
Once endangered, now showing recovery.
Related Info:
Found in wetlands of Assam.
Symbol of conservation success.
Q16. UPI transaction growth is approximately:
A. 1,000 times
B. 5,000 times
C. 10,000 times
D. 12,000 times
Answer: D
Explanation:
UPI transactions grew 12,000 times in volume.
It also increased 4,000 times in value.
It revolutionized digital payments in India.
Related Info:
Developed by NPCI.
Launched in 2016.
Q17. Afrika Bambaataa is associated with:
A. Jazz music
B. Hip-hop culture
C. Rock music
D. Classical music
Answer: B
Explanation:
Afrika Bambaataa was a pioneer of hip-hop culture.
He founded Universal Zulu Nation.
He influenced early rap and DJ culture.
Related Info:
Associated with Bronx, New York.
Helped spread hip-hop globally.
Q18. Lovlina Borgohain won bronze in:
A. Olympics
B. Asian Championship
C. Commonwealth Games
D. World Championship
Answer: B
Explanation:
Lovlina Borgohain won bronze in Asian Boxing Championship 2026.
She is an Olympic medalist boxer.
Her achievement shows strong comeback.
Related Info:
From Assam.
Competes in welterweight category.
Q19. Maharaja Narasingh is associated with which state?
A. Assam
B. Manipur
C. Tripura
D. Meghalaya
Answer: B
Explanation:
Maharaja Narasingh was a ruler of Manipur.
He is remembered for unifying the region.
His death anniversary is observed annually.
Related Info:
Played role in resisting Burmese invasion.
Important historical figure of Manipur.
Q20. Pongtu Kuh festival is celebrated by which tribe?
A. Galo
B. Nyishi
C. Tutsa
D. Bodo
Answer: C
Explanation:
Pongtu Kuh is celebrated by the Tutsa tribe of Arunachal Pradesh.
It is an agricultural festival marking prosperity.
It promotes cultural heritage and unity.
Related Info:
Celebrated in Tirap district.
Includes traditional dances and rituals.
Q21. The first recorded wild birth of cheetah cubs in India recently occurred at:
A. Ranthambore National Park
B. Gir National Park
C. Kuno National Park
D. Bandipur National Park
Answer: C
Explanation:
The first recorded wild birth of cheetah cubs in India occurred at Kuno National Park.
It marks a major success of India’s cheetah reintroduction program.
The cubs were born to a Namibian female cheetah.
Related Info:
Cheetahs became extinct in India in 1952.
Reintroduced under Project Cheetah in 2022.
Q22. The Strait of Hormuz is strategically important because it connects:
A. Red Sea and Mediterranean Sea
B. Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea
C. Black Sea and Caspian Sea
D. Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea
Answer: B
Explanation:
The Strait of Hormuz connects the Persian Gulf to the Arabian Sea.
It is a key global oil trade route.
A large portion of global petroleum passes through it.
Related Info:
Located between Iran and Oman.
Critical for India’s energy imports.
Q23. Punatsangchhu-I hydropower project is located in:
A. Nepal
B. Bhutan
C. Myanmar
D. Bangladesh
Answer: B
Explanation:
Punatsangchhu-I hydropower project is located in Bhutan.
It is a joint India-Bhutan project.
Work resumed after suspension due to geological issues.
Related Info:
India supports Bhutan’s hydropower sector.
Enhances bilateral cooperation.
Q24. Artemis II mission ended with splashdown in which ocean?
A. Atlantic Ocean
B. Indian Ocean
C. Pacific Ocean
D. Arctic Ocean
Answer: C
Explanation:
Artemis II astronauts returned with splashdown in the Pacific Ocean.
It marked the successful completion of a lunar flyby mission.
The mission tested Orion spacecraft systems.
Related Info:
First crewed lunar mission since Apollo era.
Supports future Moon landing missions.
Q25. Asha Bhosle, recently in news, was associated with:
A. Classical dance
B. Playback singing
C. Painting
D. Theatre
Answer: B
Explanation:
Asha Bhosle was a legendary Indian playback singer.
She contributed immensely to Hindi cinema music.
She was known for versatility across genres.
Related Info:
Sister of Lata Mangeshkar.
Received Dadasaheb Phalke Award.
Q26. Damodar Prasad Bajaj received Lifetime Achievement Award in which organization?
A. Rotary Club
B. Lions Club
C. NSS
D. NCC
Answer: B
Explanation:
Damodar Prasad Bajaj was honored by the Lions Club.
He served as District Governor and contributed to humanitarian work.
His leadership impacted multiple regions.
Related Info:
Lions Club is a global service organization.
Focuses on community service and welfare.
Q27. The first life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda in the US was unveiled in:
A. New York
B. Chicago
C. Seattle
D. Washington DC
Answer: C
Explanation:
The first life-size statue of Swami Vivekananda in the US was unveiled in Seattle.
It highlights India’s cultural and spiritual influence.
The statue is located at a prominent public place.
Related Info:
Vivekananda delivered Chicago speech in 1893.
Promoted Vedanta philosophy globally.
Q28. Sikkim’s first border village community radio aims to:
A. Promote tourism
B. Improve communication in remote areas
C. Provide military training
D. Support agriculture only
Answer: B
Explanation:
The community radio station aims to improve communication in remote border areas.
It will broadcast local news, weather, and government schemes.
It also encourages local participation.
Related Info:
Launched by Trishakti Corps.
Focus on border development.
Q29. The new Bihutoli at Maligaon is named after:
A. Bhupen Hazarika
B. Zubeen Garg
C. Papon
D. Jyoti Prasad Agarwala
Answer: B
Explanation:
The new Bihutoli at Maligaon is named after singer Zubeen Garg.
It celebrates Assamese culture and Bihu traditions.
Developed by Northeast Frontier Railway.
Related Info:
Bihu is Assam’s major festival.
Promotes cultural unity.
Q30. ‘Zubeen-Manasor Jatra’ web series will be released on:
A. Netflix
B. Amazon Prime
C. Luit App
D. Hotstar
Answer: C
Explanation:
The web series ‘Zubeen-Manasor Jatra’ will be released on Luit App.
It is a tribute to singer Zubeen Garg.
The series will have multiple episodes.
Related Info:
Focus on Assamese music culture.
Zubeen Garg is a popular Assamese artist.
Q31. Startup India Fund of Funds 2.0 has an outlay of:
A. ₹5,000 crore
B. ₹8,000 crore
C. ₹10,000 crore
D. ₹15,000 crore
Answer: C
Explanation:
Startup India FoF 2.0 has an outlay of ₹10,000 crore.
It aims to boost startup funding and innovation.
Focuses on early-stage and high-growth startups.
Related Info:
Managed by SIDBI.
Supports entrepreneurship ecosystem.
Q32. Sukumar Medhi was associated with which field?
A. Politics
B. Journalism
C. Literature
D. Cinema
Answer: B
Explanation:
Sukumar Medhi was a veteran sports journalist.
He contributed to promotion of sports and culture in Assam.
He was also involved in traditional sports organizations.
Related Info:
Associated with Assam Sports Journalists Association.
Worked for Kho-Kho development.
Q33. Jannik Sinner regained world No.1 ranking in:
A. Badminton
B. Tennis
C. Cricket
D. Athletics
Answer: B
Explanation:
Jannik Sinner is a professional tennis player.
He reclaimed the No.1 ranking after strong performances.
He defeated Carlos Alcaraz in major tournaments.
Related Info:
Italian tennis star.
Won multiple ATP titles.
Daily Current Affairs 6-14 April 2026 | Based on The Assam Tribune | Download PDF