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Daily Current Affairs: 1st April, 2026

Q1. In March 2026, the Indian Navy received the fourth vessel of a series of Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Craft (ASW SWC), marking a significant milestone in indigenous defence manufacturing. What is the name of this vessel?

(a) Arnala
(b) Agray
(c) Ajay
(d) Akshay
(e) Abhay

Answer: b

Solution:

‘Agray’, the fourth vessel in the series of eight Anti-Submarine Warfare Shallow Water Crafts (ASW SWCs), has been delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 March, 2026 in Kolkata.
The vessel has been indigenously designed and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
The ASW SWCs are specifically designed for anti-submarine operations in shallow waters, enhancing India’s coastal defence capabilities.
These ships have been constructed in accordance with the classification standards of the Indian Register of Shipping (IRS).

Q2. The “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre was recently designated as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna. Which of the following bodies is the parent organization of this centre, and under which Union Ministry does it operate?

(a) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO); Ministry of Science and Technology

(b) Center for Marine Living Resources & Ecology (CMLRE); Ministry of Earth Sciences

(d) Central Marine Fisheries Research Institute (CMFRI); Ministry of Agriculture

(e) Fishery Survey of India (FSI); Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways

Answer: b

Solution:

The Ministry of Environment Forest and Climate Change (MoEFCC) has designated CMLRE’s “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre as a National Repository for Deep-Sea Fauna.
The Centre for Marine Living Resources and Ecology (CMLRE), located in Kochi, Kerala, functions under the Ministry of Earth Sciences (MoES).
The institution has achieved a major milestone in marine conservation.
This recognition has been granted under the provisions of the Biological Diversity Act 2002.
The designation establishes the centre as a key national facility for the preservation, study, and documentation of India’s deep-sea biodiversity.
The “Bhavasagara” Referral Centre currently houses over 3,500 geo-referenced and taxonomically classified specimens.
The collection includes a wide diversity of marine life, such as:
- Invertebrates: Cnidarians, annelids, molluscs, arthropods, and echinoderms
- Vertebrates: Elasmobranchs (sharks and rays) and teleost (bony) fishes
The centre serves as a significant scientific hub, supporting research, conservation, and understanding of India’s deep-sea biological resources.

Q3. In a recent initiative to enhance accessibility of evidence-based Ayurveda knowledge across linguistic barriers, CCRAS signed an MoU with an AI-based translation platform developed under AICTE. Which platform is associated with this initiative?

(a) Bhashini AI

(b) Vaani AI

(d) Anuvadini AI

(e) Lingua Bharat AI

Answer: d

Solution:

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences (CCRAS), under the Ministry of Ayush, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Anuvadini AI.
Anuvadini AI is a platform developed by the All India Council for Technical Education under the Ministry of Education, Government of India.
The initiative aims to make evidence-based Ayurveda knowledge accessible across linguistic barriers.
Under the MoU, CCRAS research outputs and educational materials will be translated into 13 regional languages, including Hindi.
This effort seeks to enhance public access to authentic Ayurveda information across different regions of India.
The initiative will help ensure that evidence-based Ayurveda knowledge reaches a wider audience nationwide, promoting awareness and informed healthcare practices.

Q4. Which of the following countries holds the second position globally, behind India, in the issuance of Internationally Recognized Certificates of Compliance (IRCCs) under the Nagoya Protocol?

(a) Spain

(b) Kenya

(d) France

(e) Panama

Answer: d

Solution:

India has emerged as the global leader in issuing Internationally Recognized Certificates of Compliance (IRCCs) under the Nagoya Protocol.
India accounts for over 56% of all IRCCs issued globally.
As per the ABS Clearing-House, India has issued 3,561 IRCCs out of 6,311 worldwide.
Out of 142 registered countries, only 34 countries have issued IRCCs so far.
India is followed by France (964), Spain (320), Argentina (257), Panama (156), and Kenya (144).
The achievement reflects India’s commitment to fair and transparent use of biological resources and traditional knowledge.
Under the Nagoya Protocol, IRCCs confirm that Prior Informed Consent (PIC) and Mutually Agreed Terms (MAT) have been established.
These certificates are uploaded to the ABS Clearing-House to ensure transparency and accountability.

Q5. With the delivery of ‘Sanshodhak’ on March 30, 2026, the Indian Navy has completed the induction phase of the Survey Vessel (Large) project. Which of the following agencies was responsible for the indigenous design of these vessels?

(a) Directorate of Naval Design (DND)

(b) Warship Design Bureau (WDB)

(d) Marine Engineering Bureau (MEB)

(e) Ship Technology and Design Center (STDC)

Answer: b

Solution:

‘Sanshodhak’ (Yard 3028), the fourth and final Survey Vessel (Large) in the series, has been delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 March 2026.
The vessel was designed by the Indian Navy’s Warship Design Bureau and built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
It marks the last Survey Vessel (Large) in this class to be constructed under the project.
The contract for building four Survey Vessel (Large) ships was signed on 30 October 2018.
The previously commissioned ships of this class include:
- INS Sandhayak – commissioned on 03 February 2024
- INS Nirdeshak – commissioned on 18 December 2024
- INS Ikshak – commissioned on 06 November 2025
The delivery of Sanshodhak completes the series, enhancing the Indian Navy’s hydrographic survey and maritime capability.

Q6. In a significant political development, Mongolia’s Parliament confirmed a new Prime Minister in 2026 to address legislative deadlock and economic challenges. He became the third Prime Minister within a year. Who among the following has been appointed as the Prime Minister of Mongolia?

(a) Ukhnaagiin Khürelsükh
(b) Luvsannamsrain Oyun-Erdene
(c) Uchral Nyam-Osor
(d) Khaltmaagiin Battulga
(e) Tsakhiagiin Elbegdorj

Answer: c

Solution:

Mongolia’s Parliament has confirmed Uchral Nyam-Osor as the Prime Minister.
He becomes the third Prime Minister within a year, reflecting political instability.
The move aims to resolve legislative deadlock amid rising economic challenges in the country.
Mongolia is a landlocked, resource-dependent nation, facing mounting economic pressures.
Uchral Nyam-Osor previously served as Minister of Digital Development and Communications.
He was known for promoting transparency reforms and digital governance initiatives.
Before entering politics, he gained public attention as a hip-hop artist under the stage name “Timon.

Q7. India’s industrial performance showed improvement in February 2026, with the Index of Industrial Production (IIP) registering a higher growth rate compared to the previous month’s quick estimate. What was the IIP growth rate in February 2026?

(a) 4.8%

(b) 5.0%

(d) 5.5%

(e) 5.2%

Answer: e

Solution:

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) growth rate for February 2026 stood at 5.2%, compared to 4.8% (Quick Estimate) in January 2026.
Sector-wise growth in February 2026:
- Mining: 3.1%
- Manufacturing: 6.0%
- Electricity: 2.3%
The Quick Estimate of IIP for February 2026 stood at 159.0, compared to 151.1 in February 2025.
Sector-wise IIP indices for February 2026:
- Mining: 146.3
- Manufacturing: 157.3
- Electricity: 198.4

Q8. In March 2026, a major milestone in tennis was achieved when an Italian player won the Miami Open and completed the ‘Sunshine Double’ without dropping a set. Who accomplished this feat?

(a) Carlos Alcaraz
(b) Daniil Medvedev
(c) Jannik Sinner
(d) Stefanos Tsitsipas
(e) Alexander Zverev

Answer: c

Solution:

Jannik Sinner won the Miami Open 2026 by defeating Jiri Lehecka with a score of 6-4, 6-4.

The final was rain-affected and played on 30 March 2026.

With this victory, Sinner achieved the ‘Sunshine Double’ (winning Indian Wells and Miami Open in the same season).

He became the first man to complete the Sunshine Double without dropping a single set.

Sinner is the first player since Roger Federer (2017) to win both titles consecutively.

He joins an elite list including Novak Djokovic, Andre Agassi, Marcelo Rios, Pete Sampras, Michael Chang, and Jim Courier.

Q9. In March 2026, India’s Prime Minister expressed condolences on the demise of a prominent global leader who had served as the President of Suriname. Who among the following is being referred to?

(a) Desi Bouterse

(b) Chandrikapersad Santokhi

(d) Ronald Venetiaan

(e) Irfaan Ali

Answer: b

Solution:

In March 2026, Narendra Modi expressed condolences on the sudden demise of Chandrikapersad Santokhi.
Chandrikapersad Santokhi had served as the President of Suriname.
The Prime Minister conveyed his sympathies and grief, acknowledging Santokhi’s contributions and leadership.

Q10. In March 2026, the Indian Navy received ‘Dunagiri’, a modern stealth frigate under Project 17A, representing a significant step in indigenous warship design and construction. ‘Dunagiri’ belongs to which class of ships?

(a) Shivalik Class

(b) Nilgiri Class

(d) Kolkata Class

(e) Kamorta Class

Answer: b

Solution:

‘Dunagiri’ (Yard 3023) is the fifth ship of the Nilgiri Class (Project 17A) delivered to the Indian Navy on 30 March, 2026 at Kolkata
It is the second ship of the class built by Garden Reach Shipbuilders and Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.
Project 17A frigates are multi-mission stealth warships designed to meet modern maritime challenges.
Dunagiri is a reincarnation of INS Dunagiri, a Leander-class frigate that served from 1977 to 2010 (33 years).
The ship has been designed by the Warship Design Bureau (WDB) and overseen by the Warship Overseeing Team (Kolkata).