Below are 10 important multiple-choice (MCQ) current affairs questions for Friday, 24 July 2026 with detailed answers and explanations. Click SHOW ANSWER to reveal the correct answer.

1Which state approved ₹14.90 crore to set up de-addiction centers in all district hospitals for FY 2026-27?
(A)Rajasthan
(B)Maharashtra
(C)Gujarat
(D)Punjab

Answer: (C) Gujarat

Gujarat approved ₹14.90 crore for setting up de-addiction centers in all district hospitals for the financial year 2026-27, aiming to strengthen substance abuse treatment and rehabilitation facilities across the state.

2What is the theme of World Brain Day 2026?
(A)Healthy Brain, Healthy Life
(B)Brain Health: Access for All
(C)Brain Care for the Future
(D)Brain Health for Everyone

Answer: (B) Brain Health: Access for All

World Brain Day is observed every year on 22 July to raise awareness about brain health and neurological disorders, and the 2026 theme emphasizes equal access to brain healthcare for everyone.

3By which year has Kerala set a target to establish 150 Global Capability Centres (GCCs)?
(A)2028
(B)2029
(C)2030
(D)2031

Answer: (D) 2031

Kerala has set a target of establishing 150 Global Capability Centres (GCCs) by 2031, aiming to boost the state's position as a hub for global business and technology operations.

4In which city is the Museum of Innovation, Startup and Technology (MIST) being built?
(A)Hyderabad
(B)Chennai
(C)Bengaluru
(D)Pune

Answer: (C) Bengaluru

The Museum of Innovation, Startup and Technology (MIST) is being built in Bengaluru, a city widely recognized as India's startup and technology hub.

5Which Indian company launched India's first UPI-enabled meal card in July 2026?
(A)Razorpay
(B)Enkash
(C)Paytm
(D)Pine Labs

Answer: (B) Enkash

Enkash launched India's first UPI-enabled meal card in July 2026, allowing employees to use UPI for meal-related transactions with added convenience and tax benefits.

6What is the name of India's first AI-powered bird sanctuary project?
(A)Bhandup Bird Park
(B)Flamingo Eco Park
(C)AI Bird Reserve
(D)Mangrove Bird Sanctuary

Answer: (A) Bhandup Bird Park

Bhandup Bird Park is India's first AI-powered bird sanctuary project, using artificial intelligence to monitor and protect bird species and their habitat.

7On which river was the Udamru Bridge inaugurated?
(A)Sindhu River
(B)Zanskar River
(C)Chenab River
(D)Shyok River

Answer: (D) Shyok River

The Udamru Bridge was inaugurated on the Shyok River, improving strategic connectivity in the border region of Ladakh.

8Which state signed an MoU with the UAE Food Cluster to set up food processing clusters in July 2026?
(A)Andhra Pradesh
(B)Tamil Nadu
(C)Gujarat
(D)Telangana

Answer: (A) Andhra Pradesh

Andhra Pradesh signed an MoU with the UAE Food Cluster in July 2026 to establish food processing clusters, aiming to boost food exports and agro-industrial investment.

9Which mission was launched to strengthen the Lakadong Turmeric Value Chain in Meghalaya?
(A)Mission Golden Harvest
(B)Mission Golden Spice
(C)Mission Turmeric India
(D)Mission Spice Valley

Answer: (B) Mission Golden Spice

Mission Golden Spice was launched to strengthen the Lakadong Turmeric Value Chain in Meghalaya, known for producing turmeric with one of the highest curcumin contents in the world.

10Which institute announced on 20 July 2026 the setting up of a Centre of Excellence for Innovative and Integrated Ecosystem for Green Hydrogen (ECOGEN)?
(A)IIT Bombay
(B)IIT Delhi
(C)IIT Kanpur
(D)IIT Madras

Answer: (C) IIT Kanpur

IIT Kanpur announced on 20 July 2026 the setting up of a Centre of Excellence for Innovative and Integrated Ecosystem for Green Hydrogen (ECOGEN) to advance research and development in green hydrogen technology.