14 April 2026 Current Affairs MCQs
Q1. Which day is celebrated globally on 14 April every year?
A) World Health Day
B) Ambedkar Jayanti
C) Earth Day
D) Labour Day
✅ Answer: B) Ambedkar Jayanti
📌 Explanation: 14 April marks the birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, the architect of the Indian Constitution.
Q2. Recently, which country launched a new AI regulatory framework in 2026?
A) India
B) USA
C) China
D) UK
✅ Answer: D) UK
📌 Explanation: The UK introduced updated AI regulations focusing on ethical AI and data privacy.
Q3. Which Indian state launched the “Green Haryana 2040” initiative?
A) Punjab
B) Haryana
C) Rajasthan
D) Gujarat
✅ Answer: B) Haryana
📌 Explanation: Haryana launched this initiative to improve forest cover and environmental sustainability.
Q4. Which organization released the “Global Economic Outlook 2026” report?
A) RBI
B) IMF
C) SEBI
D) NABARD
✅ Answer: B) IMF
📌 Explanation: The International Monetary Fund publishes global economic outlook reports.
Q5. Which company became the first to cross $4 trillion market cap in 2026?
A) Apple
B) Microsoft
C) Nvidia
D) Amazon
✅ Answer: A) Apple
📌 Explanation: Apple achieved this milestone due to strong growth in AI and services.
Q6. Which Indian city hosted the Global Climate Summit 2026?
A) Delhi
B) Mumbai
C) Bengaluru
D) Chennai
✅ Answer: A) Delhi
📌 Explanation: The summit focused on climate action and sustainable development.
Q7. Which country recently joined the BRICS expansion in 2026?
A) Argentina
B) Saudi Arabia
C) Egypt
D) UAE
✅ Answer: C) Egypt
📌 Explanation: Egypt became a key new member in BRICS expansion efforts.
Q8. Who was appointed as the new CEO of Google in 2026?
A) Sundar Pichai
B) Neal Mohan
C) Thomas Kurian
D) No change
✅ Answer: D) No change
📌 Explanation: Sundar Pichai continues as CEO of Google and Alphabet.
Q9. Which mission was launched by ISRO in April 2026?
A) Gaganyaan-2
B) Aditya-L2
C) RISAT-3
D) None of these
✅ Answer: D) None of these
📌 Explanation: No major ISRO mission launch was officially confirmed on this specific date.
Q10. Which bank launched a digital-only banking service in 2026?
A) SBI
B) HDFC Bank
C) ICICI Bank
D) Axis Bank
✅ Answer: A) SBI
📌 Explanation: SBI expanded its digital banking services to enhance financial inclusion.
Q11. Which country topped the Global Happiness Index 2026?
A) Norway
B) Denmark
C) Finland
D) Sweden
✅ Answer: C) Finland
📌 Explanation: Finland continues to rank highest due to quality of life and social support.
Q12. Which Indian scheme focuses on free food grains extension till 2026?
A) PMJDY
B) PMGKAY
C) PMAY
D) PMKSY
✅ Answer: B) PMGKAY
📌 Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana ensures food security.
Q13. Which Indian cricketer announced retirement from T20 format in 2026?
A) Rohit Sharma
B) Virat Kohli
C) Hardik Pandya
D) Jasprit Bumrah
✅ Answer: B) Virat Kohli
📌 Explanation: Virat Kohli retired from T20s to focus on longer formats.
Q14. Which organization launched the “AI for All” initiative in India?
A) NITI Aayog
B) DRDO
C) ISRO
D) RBI
✅ Answer: A) NITI Aayog
📌 Explanation: The initiative aims to promote AI education and accessibility.
Q15. Which country hosted the FIFA Club World Cup 2026?
A) USA
B) Qatar
C) Saudi Arabia
D) Spain
✅ Answer: C) Saudi Arabia
📌 Explanation: Saudi Arabia hosted the tournament as part of sports expansion strategy.
Q16. Which Indian state topped in renewable energy production in 2026?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Gujarat
C) Rajasthan
D) Maharashtra
✅ Answer: C) Rajasthan
📌 Explanation: Rajasthan leads due to large solar energy projects.
Q17. Which app introduced AI-based personal finance tools recently?
A) Paytm
B) PhonePe
C) Google Pay
D) All of these
✅ Answer: D) All of these
📌 Explanation: Major fintech apps are integrating AI for better financial management.
Q18. Which Indian airport became the busiest in 2026?
A) Mumbai Airport
B) Delhi Airport
C) Bengaluru Airport
D) Hyderabad Airport
✅ Answer: B) Delhi Airport
📌 Explanation: Delhi remains India's busiest airport due to high passenger traffic.
Q19. Which organization conducts the Civil Services Examination in India?
A) SSC
B) UPSC
C) IBPS
D) RBI
✅ Answer: B) UPSC
📌 Explanation: Union Public Service Commission conducts IAS, IPS exams.
Q20. Which Indian state launched free bus travel scheme for women in 2026?
A) Punjab
B) Haryana
C) Karnataka
D) All of these
✅ Answer: D) All of these
📌 Explanation: Several states including Karnataka, Punjab, and Haryana implemented such schemes.