Daily Current Affairs Quiz, 9 August, 2026: Top GK Questions & Answers For UPSC, SSC & Banking Exams

Strengthen your sarkari exam preparation with our Daily Current Affairs Quiz for 9 August, 2026 — an essential GK quiz for aspirants of UPSC, SSC, and Banking government job exams. For candidates serious about securing a government job, treating the daily current affairs quiz as a mandatory study session is the most effective approach to General Awareness preparation.

1. What is the new official name adopted by the Pacific island nation formerly known internationally as Nauru?
[A] Republic of Oceania
[B] Republic of Naoero
[C] Republic of Micronesia
[D] Republic of Melanesia

2. What is the primary objective of the PM-PRANAM scheme for promoting sustainable agricultural practices?
[A] Promote balanced fertiliser use
[B] To provide free irrigation facilities to farmers
[C] To promote the export of agricultural products
[D] None of the above

3. Which Indian state signed four Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with Australia to promote clean energy, advanced manufacturing, and inclusive education?
[A] Andhra Pradesh
[B] Karnataka
[C] Telangana
[D] Tamil Nadu

4. Which Indian scientist was recently awarded the COSPAR Vikram Sarabhai Medal 2026 for outstanding contributions to the field of space research?
[A] Gagandeep Kang
[B] Annapurni Subramaniam
[C] Tessy Thomas
[D] Mylswamy Annadurai

5. On which date is International Clouded Leopard Day observed every year to raise awareness about this endangered species?
[A] August 1
[B] August 2
[C] August 3
[D] August 4




Correct Answers:

1. [B] Republic of Naoero

2. [A] Promote balanced fertiliser use

3. [A] Andhra Pradesh

4. [B] Annapurni Subramaniam

5. [D] August 4

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