Current Affairs MCQ – 14 April 2026 (Hindi + English)
Q1. Whose 135th birth anniversary was celebrated on 14 April 2026, who is known as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution?
A. Mahatma Gandhi
B. Jawaharlal Nehru
C. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar ✅
D. Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel
✅ Correct Answer: C. Dr. B.R. Ambedkar
📖 Explanation: On 14 April 2026, Ambedkar Jayanti was celebrated across India marking the 135th birth anniversary of Dr. B.R. Ambedkar. He was born on 14 April 1891 in Mhow, Madhya Pradesh. Popularly known as "Babasaheb", he was India’s first Law Minister and Chairman of the Drafting Committee of the Constitution. He was awarded the Bharat Ratna posthumously in 1990. This day is also observed as "Equality Day" and is a national public holiday.
📌 Extra Info:
✦ Birthplace: Mhow, Madhya Pradesh
✦ Education: Columbia University & London School of Economics
✦ Constitution Adoption: 26 November 1949
✦ Famous Quote: "Educate, Agitate, Organise!"
Q2. Where did the Indian Navy conduct its first Commanders' Conference 2026?
A. Mumbai
B. Visakhapatnam
C. Kochi
D. New Delhi ✅
✅ Correct Answer: D. New Delhi
📖 Explanation: The Indian Navy conducted its first Commanders' Conference 2026 from 14 to 16 April 2026 at Nausena Bhawan, New Delhi. It is a high-level three-day meeting involving senior naval leadership. The focus was on operational preparedness, maritime security strategy, and emerging challenges in the Indian Ocean Region (IOR). The policy "MAHASAGAR" was also discussed.
📌 Indian Navy Info:
✦ Established: 26 January 1950
✦ Headquarters: New Delhi
✦ Theme: "Combat Ready, Credible and Cohesive"
✦ Naval Chief: Admiral Dinesh Kumar Tripathi
Q3. India conducted the 7th edition of joint military exercise 'DUSTLIK' with which country in April 2026?
A. Kazakhstan
B. Tajikistan
C. Uzbekistan ✅
D. Kyrgyzstan
✅ Correct Answer: C. Uzbekistan
📖 Explanation: The 7th edition of Exercise DUSTLIK between India and Uzbekistan was held from 12 to 25 April 2026 at Gurumsaray Field Training Area in Namangan, Uzbekistan. Around 60 soldiers from each country participated. The Indian Army was represented by the Mahar Regiment. The exercise focused on counter-terrorism operations and warfare in semi-mountainous terrain.
📌 Uzbekistan Info:
✦ Capital: Tashkent
✦ President: Shavkat Mirziyoyev
✦ Previous Exercise: Held in Pune (India) in 2025
Q4. What was the total number of patent filings in India in FY 2025-26, the highest ever?
A. 1,10,375
B. 1,25,000
C. 1,43,729 ✅
D. 1,60,000
✅ Correct Answer: C. 1,43,729
📖 Explanation: According to Commerce Minister Piyush Goyal, India recorded a historic high of 1,43,729 patent filings in FY 2025-26, showing a growth of 30.2%. In FY 2020-21, filings were only 58,503, indicating a 146% increase over five years. More than 69% applications were from domestic innovators. India now ranks 6th globally in patent filings.
📌 WIPO Info:
✦ Established: 1967
✦ Headquarters: Geneva, Switzerland
✦ India Member Since: 1975
Q5. Who won the Masters Golf Tournament 2026 and secured back-to-back Green Jackets?
A. Scottie Scheffler
B. Tiger Woods
C. Rory McIlroy ✅
D. Cameron Young
✅ Correct Answer: C. Rory McIlroy
📖 Explanation: Rory McIlroy won the Masters Tournament 2026 at Augusta National Golf Club on 12 April 2026, securing his second consecutive Green Jacket. He defeated Scottie Scheffler by 1 stroke with a 12-under score. He became the fourth golfer to achieve back-to-back wins after legends like Tiger Woods.
📌 Key Points:
✦ Age: 36 Years
✦ Country: Northern Ireland
✦ Total Major Titles: 6
✦ Prize: $4.5 million
Q6. Who defeated Viktor Orbán in Hungary Elections 2026 after 16 years of rule?
A. György Lukács
B. Péter Magyar ✅
C. Ferenc Gyurcsány
D. Klára Dobrev
✅ Correct Answer: B. Péter Magyar
📖 Explanation: In Hungary Elections 2026, Péter Magyar of the Tisza Party defeated long-time leader Viktor Orbán, ending his 16-year rule. This marked a significant political shift in Hungary's history.
📌 Hungary Info:
✦ Capital: Budapest
✦ President: Tamás Sulyok
✦ EU Member: Since 2004
✦ Currency: Hungarian Forint
Q7. How much funding did the World Bank approve for Amaravati development in April 2026?
A. $200 Million
B. $280 Million
C. $340 Million ✅
D. $400 Million
✅ Correct Answer: C. $340 Million
📖 Explanation: The World Bank approved $340 million funding for the development of Amaravati, the capital of Andhra Pradesh. The project aims to develop a modern, sustainable smart city.
📌 World Bank Info:
✦ Established: 1944
✦ Headquarters: Washington D.C., USA
✦ President: Ajay Banga
Q8. The Supreme Court clarified that the Right to Vote falls under which category?
A. Fundamental Right
B. Statutory Right ✅
C. Natural Right
D. Constitutional Right
✅ Correct Answer: B. Statutory Right
📖 Explanation: The Supreme Court clarified in April 2026 that the Right to Vote is a Statutory Right, not a Fundamental Right. It is provided under the Representation of the People Act, 1951.
Q9. Who is the CEO of OpenAI?
A. Elon Musk
B. Sundar Pichai
C. Sam Altman ✅
D. Satya Nadella
✅ Correct Answer: C. Sam Altman
📖 Explanation: Sam Altman is the CEO of OpenAI, a leading AI research and deployment company headquartered in San Francisco.
Q10. Where were the US-Iran Peace Talks held in April 2026?
A. Qatar
B. Saudi Arabia
C. Turkey
D. Pakistan ✅
✅ Correct Answer: D. Pakistan
📖 Explanation: The US-Iran peace talks were held in Islamabad, Pakistan, but ended unsuccessfully, leading to geopolitical tensions.
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