UPPCS 2026 — Daily Quiz Archive

The deficiency of which vitamin causes the disease Scurvy, characterized by bleeding gums and fatigue?

Analgesics are drugs that are primarily used to:

Kautilya's Arthashastra mentions a 'Superintendent of Ships'. What was this officer called?

The concept of 'Residuary Powers' in the Indian Constitution, which grants the Parliament the power to legislate on matters not enumerated in any of the three lists, is borrowed from the constitution of which country?

Who gave the famous slogan 'Swaraj is my birthright and I shall have it'?

In which year was the All-India Muslim League founded at Dacca (now Dhaka)?

Match the following Mauryan officials with their duties: List-I (Official) A. Rajukas B. Yuktas C. Prativedakas D. Amatyas List-II (Duty) 1. Subordinate revenue officials 2. Reporters or spies 3. High-ranking administrative officers 4. District administrators with judicial powers

Which of the following statements regarding the Attorney General of India is incorrect?

Which of the following plant hormones is primarily responsible for the ripening of fruits?

Which gland in the human body produces insulin, the hormone responsible for regulating blood sugar levels?

In the human digestive system, the process of digestion is completed and absorption of digested food starts in which organ?

Which Gupta ruler earned the title 'Shakari' (Destroyer of the Shakas) after his decisive victory over the Western Kshatrapas?

The Malwa Plateau, a part of the Peninsular Plateau, is largely bounded by which two prominent physical features?

In which session of the Indian National Congress was the resolution of 'Poorna Swaraj' (Complete Independence) passed?

Match the following Himalayan regions with the rivers that demarcate their boundaries: List-I (Himalayan Region) A. Punjab Himalayas B. Kumaon Himalayas C. Nepal Himalayas D. Assam Himalayas List-II (River Demarcation) 1. Between Sutlej and Kali rivers 2. Between Kali and Teesta rivers 3. Between Teesta and Dihang rivers 4. Between Indus and Sutlej rivers

A person with which of the following blood groups is considered a 'universal donor'?

The term 'Udranga' used in the Gupta period inscriptions refers to what?

The FIFA World Cup 2026 will feature a new, expanded format. Which of the following countries is NOT a host for this tournament?

The 'Amrit Kaal' vision outlines India's roadmap for the next 25 years. The Union Budget 2023-24 introduced seven guiding priorities or 'Saptarshi' for this period. Which of the following is NOT one of these seven priorities?

Soaps are sodium or potassium salts of which of the following?

The Bardoli Satyagraha of 1928, a major peasant movement against the enhancement of land revenue, was led by whom?

Arrange the following hills of Peninsular India from North to South: 1. Nallamala Hills 2. Nilgiri Hills 3. Anaimalai Hills 4. Cardamom Hills

The 'Ten Degree Channel' is a significant latitudinal channel that separates which of the following?

Which belt of the northern plains is characterized by the re-emergence of streams and rivers that disappeared in the Bhabar belt, creating a marshy and swampy region?

The Minamata Convention, a global treaty, is designed to protect human health and the environment from the adverse effects of which heavy metal?

What are the three main objectives of the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD)?

The 'Prior Informed Consent' (PIC) procedure is a key feature of which international convention?

Find the value that replaces the question mark (?) in the equation: √? + 43 = √1936

The 'Doctrine of Lapse' was an annexation policy famously applied by which Governor-General?

Who was the political guru of Mahatma Gandhi?

Which of the following is a popular artificial sweetener that is much sweeter than sugar but provides no calories?

Who among the following is popularly known as the 'Grand Old Man of India'?

What is the name of the orbital mission launched by ISRO in 2026 to study the atmosphere and surface of Venus?

Who was the founder of the Ghadar Party in 1913 in San Francisco?

Who is credited with popularizing the slogan 'Inquilab Zindabad' (Long Live the Revolution)?

The concept of 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution, although not explicitly named, is implied in which of the following articles?

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India can be removed from office in a manner similar to the removal of a:

Which of the following statements accurately describes a key difference between the Western Ghats and the Eastern Ghats?

'Vajra Prahar 2026', a joint military exercise focusing on counter-terrorism operations, was conducted in Rajasthan between India and which other country?

In a historic achievement for Indian sports in June 2026, who became the first Indian man to win a Grand Slam singles title at the French Open?

The coastal plain along the southeastern part of the Indian peninsula, extending from the northern point of the Krishna river delta to Kanyakumari, is known as the:

Which of the following natural polymers is the main component of cotton fibers?

Which of the following is commonly used as an antacid to neutralize stomach acidity?

Two pipes A and B can fill a tank in 10 hours and 15 hours respectively while a third pipe C can empty the full tank in 20 hours. If all the pipes are opened together, in how much time will the tank be full?

15 men can complete a work in 20 days working 8 hours a day. How many men are required to complete the same work in 10 days working 10 hours a day?

Which of the following Indus Valley sites was known for its dockyard, suggesting it was a major port city?

Mauryan Empire: A Comparative Glance

INC Sessions: Key Decisions & Outcomes

The 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' of the Constitution was first systematically propounded by the Supreme Court in which landmark case?

The provision for a 'Uniform Civil Code' for all citizens is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?

Which Ashokan rock edict mentions the purpose of the dhamma yatras?

The Al-Shifa hospital, which became a focal point of military operations and international concern during the 2023 Israel-Hamas conflict, is located in which city?

'Operation Kaveri' was initiated by the Indian Armed Forces to evacuate Indian citizens and foreign nationals from which country?

Match the following rescue operations conducted by India with the respective countries: List-I (Operation) A. Operation Maitri B. Operation Rahat C. Operation Samudra Setu D. Operation Devi Shakti List-II (Country/Event) 1. Afghanistan 2. Yemen 3. Nepal 4. COVID-19 repatriation

The 'Cartaz' system, a naval trade license enforced in the Indian Ocean during the 16th century, was a key instrument of which European power?

At the Tripuri session of Congress in 1939, Subhas Chandra Bose was re-elected after defeating whom?

The Surat session of the Indian National Congress in 1907 is chiefly remembered for which event?

Under which circumstance can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the State List?

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which added Part IX to the Constitution, does NOT apply to which of the following states?

The Inter-State Council was established under Article 263 of the Constitution to facilitate coordination between the Centre and States. Who is its chairman?

Under which circumstance can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the State List?

The 73rd Constitutional Amendment Act, which added Part IX to the Constitution, does NOT apply to which of the following states?

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India can be removed from office in a manner similar to the removal of a:

The concept of 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution, although not explicitly named, is implied in which of the following articles?

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the 'Pocket Veto' power of the Indian President?

The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between the Centre and the States falls under its:

The provision for a 'Uniform Civil Code' for all citizens is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?

The provision for a 'Uniform Civil Code' for all citizens is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?

Which of the following Parliamentary Committees is often referred to as the 'twin sister' of the Public Accounts Committee?

Under which circumstance can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the State List?

Under which circumstance can the Parliament legislate on a subject in the State List?

Which of the following statements most accurately describes the 'Pocket Veto' power of the Indian President?

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India can be removed from office in a manner similar to the removal of a:

The Inter-State Council was established under Article 263 of the Constitution to facilitate coordination between the Centre and States. Who is its chairman?

Which of the following Parliamentary Committees is often referred to as the 'twin sister' of the Public Accounts Committee?

The 1975 Emergency: A Dark Chapter in Indian Democracy

The concept of 'Judicial Review' in the Indian Constitution, although not explicitly named, is implied in which of the following articles?

The 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' of the Constitution was first systematically propounded by the Supreme Court in which landmark case?

The 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' of the Constitution was first systematically propounded by the Supreme Court in which landmark case?

The Preamble: Soul of the Indian Constitution

The 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' of the Constitution was first systematically propounded by the Supreme Court in which landmark case?

Non-Cooperation Movement (1920-22): India's First Mass Satyagraha

The Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG) of India can be removed from office in a manner similar to the removal of a:

Fundamental Rights: Your Constitutional Guarantees

The provision for a 'Uniform Civil Code' for all citizens is mentioned in which part of the Indian Constitution?

Fundamental Rights: Your Constitutional Shield

Fundamental Rights: Your Constitutional Shield

The 'Doctrine of Basic Structure' of the Constitution was first systematically propounded by the Supreme Court in which landmark case?

Which of the following Parliamentary Committees is often referred to as the 'twin sister' of the Public Accounts Committee?

The Inter-State Council was established under Article 263 of the Constitution to facilitate coordination between the Centre and States. Who is its chairman?