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📅 Date: 15 July 2026
❓ 15 Questions

1. In the context of Agriphotovoltaics (Agri-PV) recently discussed in news, what does the ‘Land Equivalent Ratio’ (LER) measure?

The ratio of solar energy converted to chemical energy in crops.
The relative land area required under monocultures to achieve the same yields as an Agri-PV system.
The amount of water saved per hectare in solar-shaded farming.
The percentage of solar panel coverage over fertile soil.

2. With reference to cybersecurity concepts mentioned in the UPSC Weekly Snapshot, how do “One-click” exploits differ from “Zero-click” exploits?

One-click exploits require user interaction (like clicking a link), whereas Zero-click exploits do not.
One-click exploits only target mobile phones, while Zero-click targets PCs.
One-click refers to hardware hacking, while Zero-click refers to software bugs.
Zero-click exploits are only used by government agencies, unlike One-click.

3. To be elected as a non-permanent member of the UN Security Council (UNSC), a country must secure what majority in the UN General Assembly?

Simple Majority
Absolute Majority
Two-thirds Majority
Three-fourths Majority

4. How many seats are reserved for the “African and Asian States” group among the 10 non-permanent members of the UNSC?

3 seats
4 seats
2 seats
5 seats

5. Which Indian state is set to launch the country’s first government-driven Artificial Intelligence (AI) University?

Maharashtra
Karnataka
Telangana
Tamil Nadu

6. According to a recent report by G Plus News, why are UPSC aspirants from Northeast India increasingly preferring online coaching?

It is mandatory for government scholarships.
Lack of internet connectivity in rural areas.
Accessibility to top Delhi-based faculty and cost-effectiveness.
Online coaching provides physical study materials faster than offline.

7. What is the primary focus of the “Draft National Health Research Policy 2026” recently released for public consultation?

Integrating evidence-based research into the public health system and clinical practice.
Banning all private medical research institutions.
Focus solely on traditional medicine research like Ayurveda.
Increasing the cost of life-saving drugs to fund research.

8. Under the ‘Viksit Bharat 2047’ roadmap, what role is envisioned for Nuclear Energy?

Complete phase-out of nuclear energy by 2040.
Using nuclear energy only for military purposes.
Nuclear energy as a secondary backup to coal.
As a primary source of clean, base-load power to achieve net-zero targets.

9. According to recent business trends, why are investors increasingly interested in ‘Agriphotovoltaics’ in India?

It requires zero maintenance.
It offers dual revenue streams from crop sales and electricity generation.
It is exempted from all Goods and Services Tax (GST).
It reduces the need for agricultural labor by 90%.

10. The Indian government is considering allowing private sector participation in Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) to boost what?

Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) and decentralized power generation.
Export of nuclear fuel to neighboring countries.
Production of domestic household appliances.
Total replacement of solar power with nuclear power.

11. Who recently made headlines in Indian sports for securing a podium finish in the World Athletics Continental Tour (as per mid-July 2026 updates)?

Virat Kohli
PV Sindhu
Neeraj Chopra
Sunil Chhetri

12. The 15th of July coincides with the final stages of which major Grand Slam tennis tournament?

French Open
Wimbledon
Australian Open
US Open

13. Who was appointed as the Chairperson of the newly proposed AI University Governing Council in Karnataka?

A leading Technocrat from the IT industry (to be named officially)
The Minister of Sports
The Governor of Karnataka
The Chief Justice of India

14. The ‘Bharat Ratna for Science’ (hypothetical/proposed recognition) was discussed in 2026 for scientists contributing to which field?

Deep Sea Exploration
Textile Engineering
Civil Aviation
Clean Energy and Nuclear indigenization

15. What is the significance of July 15th observed globally?

World Health Day
World Youth Skills Day
International Day of Non-Violence
World Environment Day