Daily Current Affairs Quiz (English) - Friday, 10 July 2026 | Cosmo Classes

Answer: (D) Acharya Ranchhodlalji Goswami

Acharya Ranchhodlalji Goswami received the Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar 2026 for his contribution to the Pushtimarg Haveli music tradition. The Ustad Bismillah Khan Yuva Puraskar is given by the Sangeet Natak Akademi to talented young artists (below 40 years) in the fields of music, dance, theatre and other performing arts, encouraging the preservation of India’s rich cultural heritage.

Answer: (D) 2024–25

The Technical Advisory Committee recommended 2024–25 as the base year for the proposed Index of Services Production (ISP). The ISP is intended to measure the volume and growth of the services sector, which contributes the largest share to India’s GDP; choosing a recent base year ensures that the index reflects the current structure of the economy more accurately.

Answer: (B) Central Electricity Authority

The Central Electricity Authority (CEA) projected that India’s total energy storage requirement will reach 888 GWh by 2035-36. As India rapidly expands its renewable energy capacity, large-scale energy storage (such as battery and pumped-hydro storage) becomes essential to balance the intermittent nature of solar and wind power and to ensure a stable, reliable electricity supply.

Answer: (D) India

As of July 2026, India has emerged as the world’s largest hub for Retail and FMCG Global Capability Centres (GCCs). GCCs are offshore units set up by multinational companies to handle functions such as analytics, technology, finance and operations; India’s large skilled talent pool, cost advantage and strong digital infrastructure have made it the preferred destination for these centres.

Answer: (A) Tripura

Tripura made the full version of the national song "Vande Mataram" and the national anthem "Jana Gana Mana" compulsory in all schools from July 2026. Such measures are aimed at promoting patriotism and cultural awareness among students, and the distinction between the national song and the national anthem is a frequently tested topic in competitive examinations.

Answer: (B) Rwanda

The delegation led by Brigadier General Louis Kanobayier that visited India in July 2026 was from Rwanda. Such defence and diplomatic visits strengthen bilateral cooperation between India and African nations in areas like defence training, capacity building and strategic partnership, reflecting India’s growing engagement with the African continent.

Answer: (C) Janjati Virasat Kendra

The Janjati Virasat Kendra digital learning platform was launched by the Union Minister of Tribal Affairs in July 2026 to preserve and promote India’s tribal arts, languages, culture and traditional knowledge. Such platforms help document and safeguard the rich and diverse heritage of tribal communities while making it accessible to a wider audience for research and education.

Answer: (A) Aizawl

The natural history museum designated as a repository under the Biological Diversity Act is located in Aizawl (Mizoram). Under the Biological Diversity Act, designated repositories are responsible for the safe keeping and scientific documentation of specimens of biological resources, which helps in conservation, research and protection of the country’s biodiversity.

Answer: (C) Hampi, Mysuru and Lakkundi

Karnataka recommended Hampi, Mysuru and Lakkundi for the Global Destination Development Project. This project focuses on developing world-class tourism infrastructure and facilities at heritage-rich locations to attract global tourists, boost the local economy and showcase India’s cultural and historical wealth on the international stage.

Answer: (A) Narmada Project

The agreement signed among four states in New Delhi in July 2026 to resolve a long-pending payment-related dispute was connected with the Narmada Project. Inter-state river water and project agreements are important for cooperative federalism, ensuring fair sharing of water resources and costs among states, and such settlements frequently appear in current affairs sections of exams.