Current Affairs – Complete Concept Guide for CGL 2026

Master Current Affairs with this comprehensive study guide designed specifically for CGL aspirants. This guide covers key concepts, shortcuts, and includes 10 practice MCQs to test your understanding.

Current Affairs – How to Prepare for Competitive Exams

Current Affairs is a critical section in exams like CGL, CHSL, UPSC, and Banking. It tests awareness of national and international events.

Key Areas to Cover

  • National Events: Government schemes, budget highlights, policy changes, elections, awards
  • International Events: Summits (G20, G7, SCO, BRICS), treaties, international organizations
  • Sports: Olympics, Commonwealth Games, ICC events, Asian Games – winners and venues
  • Science & Technology: Space missions (ISRO), new scientific discoveries, technology launches
  • Economy: RBI policies, GDP data, budget announcements, new schemes
  • Appointments: New heads of PSUs, constitutional bodies, international organizations

Important International Organizations

OrganizationHQHead
United NationsNew York, USASecretary-General
World BankWashington D.C.President
IMFWashington D.C.Managing Director
WHOGeneva, SwitzerlandDirector-General
WTOGeneva, SwitzerlandDirector-General

Study Strategy

  • Read one national newspaper daily (The Hindu / Indian Express)
  • Focus on last 6 months of events before exam
  • Use monthly current affairs capsules for revision
  • Note appointments, summits, and government schemes separately

Practice MCQs: Current Affairs

Test your understanding with these 10 targeted MCQs based on the concepts above.

Q1. The headquarters of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) is located in:

  • A. Geneva
  • B. New York
  • C. Washington D.C.
  • D. London

Correct Answer: C

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is headquartered in Washington D.C., USA. It was established in 1944 at the Bretton Woods Conference.

Q2. India's national space agency is:

  • A. NASA
  • B. ISRO
  • C. ESA
  • D. JAXA

Correct Answer: B

ISRO (Indian Space Research Organisation) is India's national space agency, headquartered in Bengaluru. It was established in 1969.

Q3. The G20 Summit 2023 was held in:

  • A. Indonesia
  • B. India
  • C. Brazil
  • D. South Africa

Correct Answer: B

India hosted the G20 Summit in September 2023 in New Delhi. The theme was 'Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam' (One Earth, One Family, One Future).

Q4. Which country won the FIFA World Cup 2022?

  • A. Brazil
  • B. France
  • C. Argentina
  • D. Germany

Correct Answer: C

Argentina won the FIFA World Cup 2022, held in Qatar, defeating France in the final on penalties. Lionel Messi won the Golden Ball award.

Q5. The Chandrayaan-3 mission successfully landed on the Moon in:

  • A. June 2023
  • B. July 2023
  • C. August 2023
  • D. September 2023

Correct Answer: C

Chandrayaan-3's Vikram lander successfully landed on the Moon's south pole on August 23, 2023, making India the first country to land near the lunar south pole.

Q6. Which country chairs BRICS after India in the rotation?

  • A. China
  • B. Russia
  • C. Brazil
  • D. South Africa

Correct Answer: D

South Africa held the BRICS presidency in 2023. The rotation follows alphabetical order: Brazil, Russia, India, China, South Africa.

Q7. The Pradhan Mantri Jan Dhan Yojana was launched in:

  • A. 2013
  • B. 2014
  • C. 2015
  • D. 2016

Correct Answer: B

PM Jan Dhan Yojana (PMJDY) was launched on August 28, 2014 by PM Narendra Modi. It aims to ensure financial inclusion for all households.

Q8. Who is the current Secretary-General of the United Nations (as of 2024)?

  • A. Ban Ki-moon
  • B. Kofi Annan
  • C. António Guterres
  • D. Tedros Adhanom

Correct Answer: C

António Guterres (from Portugal) has been the Secretary-General of the United Nations since January 2017. He was re-appointed for a second term starting January 2022.

Q9. India's highest civilian award is:

  • A. Padma Shri
  • B. Padma Bhushan
  • C. Bharat Ratna
  • D. Padma Vibhushan

Correct Answer: C

Bharat Ratna is India's highest civilian honour. It is awarded for exceptional service towards the advancement of art, literature, science, or public services.

Q10. The 2024 Olympic Games were held in:

  • A. Tokyo
  • B. Los Angeles
  • C. Paris
  • D. Brisbane

Correct Answer: C

The 2024 Summer Olympic Games (Paris 2024) were held in Paris, France from July 26 to August 11, 2024. Los Angeles will host 2028 Olympics.

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