Welcome to the 7 March 2026 Current Affairs Quiz by Cosmo Classes. This daily quiz brings you the top 10 most important current affairs questions in English with the correct answer and a detailed, in-depth explanation for each. Click the SHOW ANSWER button below every question to reveal the answer along with a complete explanation. These questions are highly useful for UPSC, SSC, Banking, Railway, State PCS and all other competitive examinations.

Saturday, 7 March 2026 – Current Affairs Quiz (English)

1

Which city of India will host the India Steel 2026 Summit?

(A) Mumbai

(B) New Delhi

(C) Hyderabad

(D) Kolkata

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✔ Correct Answer: (B) New Delhi

Explanation: New Delhi will host the India Steel 2026 Summit. The India Steel Summit is a major event that brings together stakeholders from the steel industry to discuss growth, technology, sustainability and policy. The steel sector is crucial for India's infrastructure and economic development. Hosting of major industry summits and conferences, along with their host cities, is a relevant topic in the economy and current-affairs sections of competitive examinations.

2

Which state government launched Project Hanuman to resolve human-animal conflict?

(A) Karnataka

(B) Tamil Nadu

(C) Andhra Pradesh

(D) Telangana

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✔ Correct Answer: (C) Andhra Pradesh

Explanation: The Andhra Pradesh government launched Project Hanuman to resolve human-animal conflict. Human-animal conflict, particularly involving wildlife straying into human settlements, is a growing concern affecting both communities and animals. Such projects aim to protect both human lives and wildlife through coexistence measures. State initiatives related to wildlife management and human-animal conflict are relevant for the environment and current-affairs sections of competitive exams.

3

On which day was National Safety Day observed in India in March 2026?

(A) 1 March

(B) 2 March

(C) 3 March

(D) 4 March

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✔ Correct Answer: (D) 4 March

Explanation: National Safety Day was observed in India on 4 March in March 2026. National Safety Day is observed every year on 4 March to raise awareness about safety measures and to prevent accidents at workplaces and in daily life. It marks the foundation day of the National Safety Council. Important national days and the organisations behind them are commonly asked in the current-affairs section, so candidates should remember the date and significance of such observances.

4

Who scored the fastest century in just 33 balls in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup?

(A) Glenn Phillips

(B) Suryakumar Yadav

(C) Finn Allen

(D) Sikandar Raza

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✔ Correct Answer: (C) Finn Allen

Explanation: Finn Allen scored the fastest century in just 33 balls in the history of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup. Such record-breaking batting performances showcase the explosive nature of T20 cricket. Records in major international cricket tournaments, including the fastest centuries and other batting/bowling milestones, are commonly featured in the sports section of current affairs and are useful for the general-awareness portion of competitive examinations.

5

Which country in the United Kingdom recently became the first to legalise alkaline hydrolysis (water cremation)?

(A) Scotland

(B) Wales

(C) England

(D) Norway

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✔ Correct Answer: (A) Scotland

Explanation: Scotland recently became the first country in the United Kingdom to legalise alkaline hydrolysis, also known as water cremation. Alkaline hydrolysis is an eco-friendly alternative to traditional cremation, using water and chemicals to break down the body, with a lower environmental impact. Developments in environmental and social policies, including new legal recognitions, are relevant for the current-affairs and general-awareness sections of competitive exams.

6

Which major global conference did Finnish President Alexander Stubb visit India to attend in March 2026?

(A) Shangri-La Dialogue

(B) Raisina Dialogue

(C) Munich Conference

(D) Doha Forum

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✔ Correct Answer: (B) Raisina Dialogue

Explanation: Finnish President Alexander Stubb visited India to attend the Raisina Dialogue in March 2026. The Raisina Dialogue is India's flagship annual conference on geopolitics and geo-economics, organised by the Ministry of External Affairs in partnership with the Observer Research Foundation. It brings together global leaders and experts. International conferences hosted by India, and the dignitaries attending them, are important topics in the international-relations section of current affairs.

7

In which district has Tamil Nadu's first Dark Sky Park been established?

(A) Nilgiri

(B) Erode

(C) Salem

(D) Namakkal

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✔ Correct Answer: (A) Nilgiri

Explanation: Tamil Nadu's first Dark Sky Park has been established in the Nilgiri district. A Dark Sky Park is an area with minimal light pollution, ideal for astronomical observation and the protection of nocturnal ecosystems. Such parks promote astro-tourism and environmental conservation. Initiatives related to dark sky reserves, astronomy and environmental protection are relevant for the environment and current-affairs sections of competitive examinations.

8

Who became the first Kashmiri woman to become the Superintendent of Central Jail Srinagar in 2026?

(A) Saba Shawl

(B) Shazia Khan

(C) Nuzhat Gul

(D) Mehbooba Dar

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✔ Correct Answer: (A) Saba Shawl

Explanation: Saba Shawl became the first Kashmiri woman to become the Superintendent of Central Jail Srinagar in 2026. This milestone marks a significant achievement for women's representation in the prison administration and law-enforcement sectors. 'Firsts' achieved by women in various fields are an important and frequently asked category in current affairs, useful for the general-awareness section of competitive exams, as they highlight progress in gender representation.

9

In which marine region have scientists recently reported the discovery of 'dark oxygen'?

(A) Clarion-Clipperton Zone

(B) Java Trench

(C) Mid-Atlantic Ridge

(D) Mariana Trench

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✔ Correct Answer: (A) Clarion-Clipperton Zone

Explanation: Scientists recently reported the discovery of 'dark oxygen' in the Clarion-Clipperton Zone. Dark oxygen refers to oxygen produced in the deep sea without sunlight, possibly generated by polymetallic nodules on the ocean floor. This discovery challenges traditional understanding of how oxygen is produced and has implications for deep-sea mining and ecology. Such scientific discoveries are commonly featured in the science and environment sections of current affairs.

10

Who was K.P. Unnikrishnan, who passed away in March 2026?

(A) Judge

(B) Politician

(C) Scientist

(D) Athlete

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✔ Correct Answer: (B) Politician

Explanation: K.P. Unnikrishnan, who passed away in March 2026, was a politician. He was a veteran parliamentarian known for his long service and contributions to Indian politics. Obituaries of eminent personalities, including politicians, scientists, artists and other public figures, are a regular feature in current affairs. Knowing the field and contributions of recently deceased notable personalities is useful for the general-awareness section of competitive examinations.

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