Below are 10 important multiple-choice questions (MCQs) from the daily current affairs of Friday, 15 May 2026. Click the "Show Answer" button below each question to reveal the correct answer along with a detailed explanation.

1In 2025-26 (H1), which crop became India's largest feedstock for ethanol production?
A.Sugarcane
B.Rice
C.Wheat
D.Maize

Correct Answer: D. Maize

Explanation: In 2025-26 (H1), maize became India's largest feedstock for ethanol production.

2The Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP), launched in 2026, is best described as:
A.A scheme only for inland water transport insurance
B.A domestic marine insurance pool for international ships
C.A programme for agricultural crop insurance support system
D.A financial scheme for aviation cargo insurance coverage

Correct Answer: B. A domestic marine insurance pool for international ships

Explanation: The BMIP is a domestic marine insurance pool for international ships.

3Who was appointed President of the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) for 2026-27?
A.R. Mukundan
B.Shashwat Goenka
C.Rajiv Memani
D.Kumar Mangalam Birla

Correct Answer: A. R. Mukundan

Explanation: R. Mukundan was appointed President of the CII for 2026-27.

4With which country has India finalised the 'Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement' (CEPA), effective 1 June 2026?
A.Qatar
B.Saudi Arabia
C.Kuwait
D.Oman

Correct Answer: D. Oman

Explanation: India finalised the CEPA with Oman, effective 1 June 2026.

5On 12 May 2026, which country carried out a test launch of the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile?
A.China
B.USA
C.Russia
D.France

Correct Answer: C. Russia

Explanation: Russia carried out a test launch of the Sarmat intercontinental ballistic missile.

6Who will head the recently constituted 'Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee' to modernise court infrastructure?
A.Justice Aravind Kumar
B.Justice Sanjay Karol
C.Justice Pankaj Mithal
D.Justice Vikram Nath

Correct Answer: A. Justice Aravind Kumar

Explanation: Justice Aravind Kumar will head the 'Judicial Infrastructure Advisory Committee'.

7Swapan Sadhan Bose, also known as 'Tutu Bose', who passed away in 2026, was associated with which sports club?
A.East Bengal FC
B.Mohun Bagan
C.Bengaluru FC
D.Mumbai City FC

Correct Answer: B. Mohun Bagan

Explanation: Tutu Bose was associated with the Mohun Bagan club.

8India's long-term military modernisation strategy aimed at building a fully integrated and self-reliant force by 2047 is known by which name?
A.Defence Forces Vision 2047
B.Mission Raksha Bharat
C.Atmanirbhar Sena Mission
D.Integrated Security Plan 2047

Correct Answer: A. Defence Forces Vision 2047

Explanation: This strategy is known as 'Defence Forces Vision 2047'.

9India recently hosted the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting in New Delhi under whose chairmanship?
A.Amit Shah
B.Narendra Modi
C.Dr. S. Jaishankar
D.Droupadi Murmu

Correct Answer: C. Dr. S. Jaishankar

Explanation: India hosted the BRICS Foreign Ministers' meeting under the chairmanship of Dr. S. Jaishankar.

10What is the total outlay of the 'Scheme for Promotion of Surface Coal/Lignite Gasification Projects' approved by the Union Cabinet in May 2026?
A.₹25,000 crore
B.₹30,000 crore
C.₹37,500 crore
D.₹42,500 crore

Correct Answer: C. ₹37,500 crore

Explanation: The total outlay of this scheme is ₹37,500 crore.

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