Below are 10 important multiple-choice (MCQ) current affairs questions for Monday, 27 July 2026 with detailed answers and explanations. Click SHOW ANSWER to reveal the correct answer.

1Which thrust category did India recently unveil its first indigenous expendable turbojet engine in?
(A)150 kg
(B)250 kg
(C)350 kg
(D)500 kg

Answer: (C) 350 kg

India recently unveiled its first indigenous expendable turbojet engine in the 350 kg thrust category, marking a significant step towards self-reliance in aerospace propulsion technology.

2Who became the youngest batsman (15 years, 118 days) to score a half-century in T20 International cricket?
(A)Vaibhav Suryavanshi (India)
(B)Louis Bruce (Gibraltar)
(C)Kevin Chadha (Indonesia)
(D)Alusine Ture (Sierra Leone)

Answer: (A) Vaibhav Suryavanshi (India)

Vaibhav Suryavanshi became the youngest batsman, at 15 years and 118 days, to score a half-century in T20 International cricket, showcasing India's rising young cricketing talent.

3How many years have been completed since Income Tax was implemented in India, till Income Tax Day 2026?
(A)152 years
(B)149 years
(C)165 years
(D)167 years

Answer: (D) 167 years

167 years have been completed since Income Tax was implemented in India, till Income Tax Day 2026, marking a long history of direct taxation in the country.

4In July 2026, what does 'Bhavya Rasayan' approved by the Union Cabinet mean?
(A)Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan
(B)Bharat Advanced Vikas Yojana Rasayan
(C)Bharat Audyogik Vistar Yojana Rasayan
(D)Bharat Audyogik Vigyan Yojana Rasayan

Answer: (A) Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan

'Bhavya Rasayan' approved by the Union Cabinet in July 2026 stands for Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana Rasayan, aimed at boosting the domestic chemicals and petrochemicals industry.

5Who took charge as interim President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) on 24 July 2026?
(A)Viswanathan Anand
(B)Garry Kasparov
(C)Magnus Carlsen
(D)Arkady Dvorkovich

Answer: (A) Viswanathan Anand

Viswanathan Anand took charge as interim President of the International Chess Federation (FIDE) on 24 July 2026, adding another milestone to his illustrious chess career.

6Under India's BRICS presidency, in which city was the 16th BRICS Health Ministers' meeting held?
(A)New Delhi
(B)Chandigarh
(C)Bengaluru
(D)Hyderabad

Answer: (B) Chandigarh

Under India's BRICS presidency, the 16th BRICS Health Ministers' meeting was held in Chandigarh, focusing on cooperation in public health among member nations.

7In July 2026, who was appointed as Secretary, Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education?
(A)Vineet Joshi
(B)Naresh Pal Gangwar
(C)Sanjay Kumar
(D)Anil Kumar Jha

Answer: (B) Naresh Pal Gangwar

Naresh Pal Gangwar was appointed as Secretary, Department of Higher Education under the Ministry of Education in July 2026.

8Which city will host the International Type 1 Diabetes Summit 2026?
(A)Jaipur
(B)New Delhi
(C)Jodhpur
(D)Udaipur

Answer: (C) Jodhpur

Jodhpur will host the International Type 1 Diabetes Summit 2026, bringing together experts to discuss awareness and management of Type 1 Diabetes.

9Which city hosted the second 'India Green Hydrogen Summit 2026' in July 2026?
(A)Mumbai
(B)Ahmedabad
(C)Hyderabad
(D)New Delhi

Answer: (D) New Delhi

New Delhi hosted the second 'India Green Hydrogen Summit 2026', bringing together stakeholders to discuss progress in India's green hydrogen mission.

10Which state launched the 'Chief Minister Yuva Suyog Manch' in July 2026?
(A)Madhya Pradesh
(B)Rajasthan
(C)Gujarat
(D)Haryana

Answer: (B) Rajasthan

Rajasthan launched the 'Chief Minister Yuva Suyog Manch' in July 2026, aiming to connect youth with employment and skill development opportunities.