GK365 Daily Quiz — 5 April 2026
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International Days
Mine Awareness Day — 4 April
Established by UNGA Resolution A/RES/60/97 (8 Dec 2005); first observed 4 April 2006. Led by UNMAS. 2026 marks the 21st observance. India is a non-party to the Mine Ban Treaty but contributed USD 1.2 million to international mine action in 2024.
Education
NCERT — Deemed University Status
MoE granted NCERT ‘Deemed to be University’ status under Section 3, UGC Act 1956 on 30 March 2026. Covers NCERT + 6 constituent institutions (RIEs at Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, Shillong + PSSCIVE Bhopal). NCERT can now offer programmes from Diploma to Post-Doctoral level.
International Relations
India–South Korea Shipbuilding MoU
KOICA (Korea International Cooperation Agency, est. 1991, HQ Seongnam) signed a Plan of Implementation with India’s MoPSW on 2 April 2026, aligned with Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision (MAKV) 2047. KRIVET will lead sectoral research; bilateral workshops planned in both countries.
Monetary Policy
RBI State Borrowing Plan — Q1 FY27
Total plan: Rs 2,54,509 crore. Nine states in pilot Benchmark Issuance Strategy (BIS): AP, Bihar, Chhattisgarh, Kerala, MP, Maharashtra, Rajasthan, Telangana, UP. BIS states borrow Rs 1,53,900 crore; remaining states/UTs raise Rs 1,00,609 crore via traditional market borrowing.
Defence
INS Aridhaman — India’s Third SSBN
Commissioned 3 April 2026; designation S4; 8 vertical launch tubes (double INS Arihant’s 4). Can carry 8 K-4 SLBMs (3,500 km) OR 24 K-15 Sagarika SLBMs (750 km). Powered by 83 MW CLWR (BARC); ~7,000 tonnes. India’s SSBNs: Arihant (2016), Arighaat (Aug 2024), Aridhaman (Apr 2026).
Governance
PTC Saharanpur — Platinum Jubilee
Postal Training Centre Saharanpur (UP) established 2 April 1951. 75th (Platinum) Jubilee marked with a Rs 5 commemorative stamp released by Union Minister Jyotiraditya M. Scindia. India Post operates 1.5+ lakh post offices — the world’s largest postal network.
Science & Technology
BIRAC-BioNEST at CSIR-CFTRI, Mysuru
BIRAC = Biotechnology Industry Research Assistance Council (under DBT, MoS&T, HQ New Delhi). CSIR-CFTRI (Central Food Technological Research Institute) is in Mysuru, Karnataka (est. 1950). BioNEST centre supports early-stage biotech startups in food bioprocessing with infrastructure, mentorship, and funding.
Sports
Khelo India Tribal Games 2026
Inaugural KITG 2026 held in Chhattisgarh (Raipur, Jagdalpur, Surguja); 25 March – 3 April 2026. Karnataka topped the tally (23G, 8S, 7B = 38 medals). Mascot: ‘Morveer’. Seven medal sports: Archery, Athletics, Football, Hockey, Swimming, Weightlifting, Wrestling. Organised by MoYAS, SAI, NSFs, IOA.
Economy & Banking
CASA Ratio Decline — Dec 2025
CASA ratio = Current Account + Savings Account deposits ÷ total deposits. Fell to 37.9% (Dec 2025), a 2-year low, from 40.1% (Dec 2023). Savings accounts dropped 210 bps to 28.9%. Total bank deposits grew 10% YoY to Rs 69.4 lakh crore. CDs hit record Rs 15.5 lakh crore in FY26.
Space
ISRO Mission MITRA — Gaganyaan Prep
MITRA = Mapping of Interoperable Traits & Reliability Assessment. Conducted at 3,500 m altitude in Leh, Ladakh (2–9 April 2026). Four Gaganyatris participate. Designed by ISRO’s HSFC + IAM (IAF). Gaganyaan target: 2027 — 3 astronauts to 400 km orbit for a 3-day mission.
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Which UNGA Resolution established International Mine Awareness Day, and when was it first observed?
Resolution A/RES/60/97; first observed 4 April 2006
Passed 8 December 2005 | Led by UNMAS
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How many constituent institutions are covered under NCERT’s ‘Deemed University’ status granted in March 2026?
Six constituent institutions
RIE Ajmer, Bhopal, Bhubaneswar, Mysuru, NE-RIE Shillong, PSSCIVE Bhopal
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How many vertical launch tubes does INS Aridhaman carry, and what SLBMs can it deploy?
8 tubes — 8 K-4 SLBMs (3,500 km) OR 24 K-15 Sagarika (750 km)
India’s 3rd SSBN | Powered by 83 MW CLWR (BARC)
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Which state topped the Khelo India Tribal Games 2026 medal tally, and what was the mascot?
Karnataka (23G, 8S, 7B); Mascot — ‘Morveer’
Held in Chhattisgarh | 25 Mar – 3 Apr 2026
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What does CASA ratio stand for, and to what level did it fall in December 2025?
Current Account & Savings Account ratio; fell to 37.9%
A 2-year low | Savings fell 210 bps to 28.9%
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What does Mission MITRA stand for, and at what altitude is it conducted?
Mapping of Interoperable Traits & Reliability Assessment; 3,500 m
Leh, Ladakh | 2–9 April 2026 | Gaganyaan prep
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When was PTC Saharanpur established, and what jubilee did it celebrate in 2026?
2 April 1951 — Platinum Jubilee (75 years)
Rs 5 commemorative stamp | Released by Minister Scindia
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How many states participate in the RBI’s pilot Benchmark Issuance Strategy (BIS) for Q1 FY27?
Nine states
AP, Bihar, CG, Kerala, MP, MH, Rajasthan, Telangana, UP | Rs 1,53,900 crore
Think & Discuss
India’s Nuclear Triad: Strategic Necessity or Regional Escalation Risk?
Context from today’s quiz: The commissioning of INS Aridhaman on 3 April 2026 completes India’s nuclear triad — the ability to launch nuclear weapons from land, air, and sea. With 8 vertical launch tubes capable of deploying K-4 SLBMs with a 3,500 km range, India’s second-strike capability has grown significantly. China has expressed concern, while Pakistan continues to expand its tactical nuclear arsenal.
🤔 Your Perspective Matters
Does strengthening India’s submarine-based nuclear deterrence contribute to long-term regional stability in South Asia and the Indo-Pacific, or does it risk triggering a new arms race that could undermine the very security it seeks to ensure?
Should India’s SSBN expansion be seen as defensive deterrence or offensive escalation by its neighbours?
Should India’s SSBN expansion be seen as defensive deterrence or offensive escalation by its neighbours?
- How does credible second-strike capability (sea-based deterrence) differ strategically from land-based or air-based nuclear forces — and why does it matter for India’s ‘No First Use’ doctrine?
- Given that China’s nuclear arsenal is estimated at 500+ warheads and Pakistan continues developing tactical nuclear weapons, is India’s SSBN programme proportionate or accelerating?
- What obligations does India carry as a responsible nuclear power that is not a signatory to the NPT, and how should the international community respond to its expanding maritime nuclear capability?
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