RRB Group D 2025-26 9 August 2026 Shift 1 GK questions

Question 1

In which of the following cities was DEF-TECH Bharat 2026 organized in May 2026?

Accepted Answer

Bengaluru

Answer

Pune

Answer

Hyderabad

Answer

Chennai

Question 2

The 2026 Asian Beach Games (in April 2026) were held in which Chinese city?

Accepted Answer

Sanya

Answer

Shenzhen

Answer

Haikou

Answer

Qingdao

Question 3

Which country topped the medal table at the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy (February 6–22)?

Accepted Answer

Norway

Answer

Italy

Answer

United States

Answer

Germany

Question 4

From March 8 to March 13, 2026, which country hosted the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026?

Accepted Answer

India

Answer

Canada

Answer

Brazil

Answer

Japan

Question 5

Under which scheme did the Ministry of Minority Affairs sign a Memorandum of Understanding with IIT Patna in April, 2026, to provide training in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics to minority youth from Bihar?

Accepted Answer

PM VIKAS Scheme

Answer

PMJVK Scheme

Answer

Seekho Aur Kamao Scheme

Answer

Nai Manzil Scheme

Question 6

In February 2026, the India AI Impact Summit emphasized making every citizen “AI-ready”. What was the main objective of this initiative?

Accepted Answer

Promoting digital skills and technology access

Answer

Replacing communication networks with satellites

Answer

Restricting internet services in rural areas

Answer

Increasing dependence on imported software

Question 7

Which scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 was specifically aimed at creating globally competitive industrial ecosystems?

Accepted Answer

Container Manufacturing Scheme

Answer

Integrated Freight Infrastructure Mission

Answer

Bharat Export Connectivity Initiative

Answer

National Logistics Competitiveness Programme

Question 8

Which country's Badminton duo did Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty of India defeat and won the Singapore Open 2026 men’s doubles title?

Accepted Answer

Indonesia

Answer

Japan

Answer

Malaysia

Answer

China

Question 9

Which of the following bills was introduced in the Rajya Sabha during the 2026 Budget Session?

Accepted Answer

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Bill, 2026

Answer

The Corporate Laws (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Answer

The Industrial Relations Code (Amendment) Bill, 2026

Answer

The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026

Question 10

Who was the head of the 16th Finance Commission, whose report was tabled in Parliament in February 2026?

Accepted Answer

Arvind Panagariya

Answer

Sanjay Malhotra

Answer

Montek Singh Ahluwalia

Answer

Ashok Lahiri

Question 11

According to the NITI Aayog study titled "Scenarios Towards Viksit Bharat and Net Zero", India aims to achieve Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by what target year?

Accepted Answer

2070

Answer

2060

Answer

2050

Answer

2047

Question 12

Ministry of Education, government of India, launched PMRC scheme in June 2026 to attract Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and innovators from across the world. What is the full form of PMRC?

Accepted Answer

Prime Minister Research Chair

Answer

Prime Minister Research Center

Answer

Prime Minister Research Conference

Answer

Prime Minister Research Channel

Question 13

Which of the following bird sanctuaries was added to the Ramsar sites list in April 2026?

Accepted Answer

Shekha Jheel Bird Sanctuary

Answer

Bhitarkanika Bird Sanctuary

Answer

Vedanthangal Bird Sanctuary

Answer

Nandur Madhmeshwar Bird Sanctuary

Question 14

Ms. N Rajam, honoured with the Padma Vibhushan in May 2026, was awarded in which of the following categories?

Accepted Answer

Art

Answer

Medicine

Answer

Sports

Answer

Literature

Question 15

What was the name of the nationwide initiative under which the Ministry of Women and Child Development conducted a 100-Day Campaign from November 27, 2025 to March 8, 2026?

Accepted Answer

Bal Vivah Mukt Bharat

Answer

POSHAN Abhiyaan

Answer

Mission Shakti

Answer

Beti Bachao Beti Padhao

Question 16

Which country topped the World Happiness Report 2026 (released in March 2026)?

Accepted Answer

Finland

Answer

Netherlands

Answer

Switzerland

Answer

Denmark

Question 17

Which edition of the India-Australia joint military exercise "AUSTRAHIND" was conducted at Perth, Australia, in October 2025?

Accepted Answer

Fourth edition

Answer

Third edition

Answer

Fifth edition

Answer

Second edition

Question 18

Which actor was conferred with Padma Bhushan award in the field of art in the year 2026?

Accepted Answer

Mammootty

Answer

Pawan Kalyan

Answer

Joseph Vijay

Answer

Govinda

Question 19

SCORP, the legged mobile manipulator developed by xTerra Robotics, was incubated at which academic institution in 2026?

Accepted Answer

IIT Kanpur

Answer

IIT Delhi

Answer

IIT Madras

Answer

IIT Roorkee

Question 20

According to the Union Budget 2026–27, the newly proposed “Khelo India Mission” aims to transform India’s sports ecosystem over what period of time?

Accepted Answer

Next ten years

Answer

Next fifteen years

Answer

Next seven years

Answer

Next five years

Question 21

Why is soap less effective in hard water?

Accepted Answer

Soap forms insoluble scum

Answer

Soap loses polarity

Answer

Soap becomes acidic

Answer

Soap evaporates quickly

Question 22

A diamond has an absolute refractive index of 2.42. If the speed of light in vacuum is 3 x 10⁸ m/s, which value best estimates the speed of light in diamond?

Accepted Answer

1.24 x 10⁸ m/s

Answer

2 x 10⁸ m/s

Answer

1.5 x 10⁸ m/s

Answer

1 x 10⁸ m/s

Question 23

If the mass of a body is doubled and acceleration remains constant, the force will:

Accepted Answer

Become double

Answer

Become four times

Answer

Remain the same

Answer

Become half

Question 24

What is the main purpose of having different chambers in the human heart?

Accepted Answer

To prevent mixing of oxygen-rich and carbon dioxide-rich blood

Answer

To maintain the steady blood pressure throughout the systemic veins

Answer

To pump blood exclusively toward the lungs for gaseous exchange

Answer

To provide storage for excess blood during periods of rest

Question 25

What does the displacement vector represent in two-dimensional motion?

Accepted Answer

The change in position from the initial point to the final point

Answer

The distance traveled along the path

Answer

The average speed of the object

Answer

The path followed by the object

Question 26

For the compound CH₃-CH₂-CHO, what is its correct IUPAC name?

Accepted Answer

Propanal

Answer

Propanone

Answer

Propanoic acid

Answer

Propanol

Question 27

A patient suffers from repeated skin infections after severe damage to the outer body covering. Which tissue has most likely been affected?

Accepted Answer

Epithelial tissue

Answer

Nervous tissue

Answer

Connective tissue

Answer

Muscular tissue

Question 28

A student wants to design a device that maximizes heat production for a given battery and time. Which configuration should the student choose?

Accepted Answer

Use a resistor with very low resistance value

Answer

Use a resistor with the highest possible resistance value

Answer

Short-circuit the battery with zero resistance

Answer

Add more batteries without changing resistance

Question 29

J.J. Thomson's experimental model proposes the:

Accepted Answer

Discovery of electrons

Answer

Discovery of neutrons

Answer

Discovery of nucleus

Answer

Discovery of protons

Question 30

In a food chain: Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Snake → Eagle, the accumulation of DDT will be highest in _____________.

Accepted Answer

Eagle

Answer

Grass

Answer

Grasshopper

Answer

Frog

Question 31

According to Bohr's model of an atom, which of the following statements is INCORRECT about discrete orbitals of electrons?

Accepted Answer

while revolving in discrete orbits, the electrons radiate energy exponentially

Answer

discrete orbits are also called as energy levels

Answer

discrete orbits of electrons are certain special orbits that are allowed inside the atom

Answer

while revolving in discrete orbits, the electrons do not radiate energy

Question 32

Which common feature of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide solutions explains both their ability to change the pH of water and to conduct electricity?

Accepted Answer

Both produce ions in aqueous solution.

Answer

Both have a pH less than 7.

Answer

Both turn blue litmus red.

Answer

Both have a sour taste.

Question 33

Which of the following physical properties is true for metals?

Accepted Answer

Metals are lustrous and good conductors of electricity

Answer

Metals are solid at room temperature

Answer

Metals are poor conductors of heat

Answer

Metals are brittle and break easily

Question 34

What fundamental change distinguishes a decomposition reaction from other types of chemical reactions?

Accepted Answer

One compound breaks into simpler substances

Answer

Ions exchange places in solution

Answer

One element replaces another element

Answer

Two substances combine to form one

Question 35

Identify the FALSE statement related to the nervous tissue.

Accepted Answer

The cells of nervous tissue are referred to as nephrons.

Answer

An axon is a single, long section of nervous tissue.

Answer

Nervous tissue includes the spinal cord.

Answer

Nerve impulses are signals that are transmitted along nerve fibres.

Question 36

Which action taken by us can directly reduce biological magnification?

Accepted Answer

Reducing the use of chemical pesticides on crops

Answer

Washing the food grains thoroughly before use

Answer

Eating meat rather than food grains

Answer

Burning crop residues after harvesting

Question 37

Which statement correctly explains the term atomicity with reference to molecules of elements?

Accepted Answer

It is the number of atoms present in one molecule

Answer

It is the number of electrons in an element

Answer

It is the total mass of atoms present in one molecule

Answer

It is the number of shells present in an atom

Question 38

What is the primary mechanism by which sucrose moves into phloem tissue in plants?

Accepted Answer

Active transport with energy from ATP

Answer

Facilitated diffusion via carrier proteins

Answer

Simple diffusion along the gradient

Answer

Osmosis through a semi-permeable membrane

Question 39

A convex lens forms a real image 30 cm from its optical centre. The object is placed 20 cm away from the lens. Using the sign convention, what is the correct sign and value for the focal length of the lens?

Accepted Answer

+12 cm

Answer

+60 cm

Answer

-60 cm

Answer

-12 cm

Question 40

A medical laboratory detects bacteria in a patient’s sample. According to the historical development of classification systems, in which kingdom would bacteria have been placed immediately after the three kingdom system was introduced?

Accepted Answer

Protista

Answer

Animalia

Answer

Plantae

Answer

Monera

Question 41

A roller coaster car is at the highest point of its track and is about to descend. If the mass of the car and its passengers is doubled while keeping the height and gravity constant, how does the gravitational potential energy at the top compare to the original scenario?

Accepted Answer

The gravitational potential energy is doubled

Answer

The gravitational potential energy is halved

Answer

The gravitational potential energy is unchanged

Answer

The gravitational potential energy is quadrupled

Question 42

A science student is asked to explain why the Indian landscape supports high biodiversity. Which explanation best integrates the concepts of habitat diversity and endemism?

Accepted Answer

Varied habitats create conditions for many endemic species

Answer

Focusing only on deserts enhances diversity

Answer

Single climate promotes species uniformity

Answer

Exclusive agriculture increases species variety

Question 43

What forms the compressions and rarefactions in a sound wave traveling through air?

Accepted Answer

Particles in the air bunch together and spread apart alternately

Answer

Particles in the air permanently collide and stick together

Answer

Particles in the air move in a spiral pattern as the wave passes

Answer

Particles in the air maintain equal spacing at all times

Question 44

If two resistors of 4 Ω and 6 Ω are connected in parallel, the equivalent resistance will be:

Accepted Answer

Less than 4 Ω

Answer

Between 4 Ω and 6 Ω

Answer

Greater than 6 Ω

Answer

Equal to 10 Ω

Question 45

The numerical value of an object's potential energy is measured in which SI unit?

Accepted Answer

Joule (J)

Answer

Pascal (Pa)

Answer

Watt (W)

Answer

Newton (N)

Current Affairs (16)

Q1. In which of the following cities was DEF-TECH Bharat 2026 organized in May 2026?

Q2. The 2026 Asian Beach Games (in April 2026) were held in which Chinese city?

Q3. Which country topped the medal table at the 2026 Winter Olympics held in Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo, Italy (February 6–22)?

Q4. From March 8 to March 13, 2026, which country hosted the World Para Athletics Grand Prix 2026?

Q5. Under which scheme did the Ministry of Minority Affairs sign a Memorandum of Understanding with IIT Patna in April, 2026, to provide training in Artificial Intelligence and Business Analytics to minority youth from Bihar?

Q6. In February 2026, the India AI Impact Summit emphasized making every citizen “AI-ready”. What was the main objective of this initiative?

Q7. Which country's Badminton duo did Satwiksairaj Rankireddy and Chirag Shetty of India defeat and won the Singapore Open 2026 men’s doubles title?

Q8. Which of the following bills was introduced in the Rajya Sabha during the 2026 Budget Session?

Q9. Ministry of Education, government of India, launched PMRC scheme in June 2026 to attract Indian-origin researchers, scientists, and innovators from across the world. What is the full form of PMRC?

Q10. Which of the following bird sanctuaries was added to the Ramsar sites list in April 2026?

Q11. Ms. N Rajam, honoured with the Padma Vibhushan in May 2026, was awarded in which of the following categories?

Q12. What was the name of the nationwide initiative under which the Ministry of Women and Child Development conducted a 100-Day Campaign from November 27, 2025 to March 8, 2026?

Q13. Which country topped the World Happiness Report 2026 (released in March 2026)?

Q14. Which edition of the India-Australia joint military exercise "AUSTRAHIND" was conducted at Perth, Australia, in October 2025?

Q15. Which actor was conferred with Padma Bhushan award in the field of art in the year 2026?

Q16. SCORP, the legged mobile manipulator developed by xTerra Robotics, was incubated at which academic institution in 2026?

Economics (3)

Q17. Which scheme announced in the Union Budget 2026–27 was specifically aimed at creating globally competitive industrial ecosystems?

Q18. Who was the head of the 16th Finance Commission, whose report was tabled in Parliament in February 2026?

Q19. According to the Union Budget 2026–27, the newly proposed “Khelo India Mission” aims to transform India’s sports ecosystem over what period of time?

Geography (1)

Q20. According to the NITI Aayog study titled "Scenarios Towards Viksit Bharat and Net Zero", India aims to achieve Net Zero greenhouse gas emissions by what target year?

Chemistry (8)

Q21. Why is soap less effective in hard water?

Q22. For the compound CH₃-CH₂-CHO, what is its correct IUPAC name?

Q23. J.J. Thomson's experimental model proposes the:

Q24. According to Bohr's model of an atom, which of the following statements is INCORRECT about discrete orbitals of electrons?

Q25. Which common feature of hydrochloric acid and sodium hydroxide solutions explains both their ability to change the pH of water and to conduct electricity?

Q26. Which of the following physical properties is true for metals?

Q27. What fundamental change distinguishes a decomposition reaction from other types of chemical reactions?

Q28. Which statement correctly explains the term atomicity with reference to molecules of elements?

Physics (9)

Q29. A diamond has an absolute refractive index of 2.42. If the speed of light in vacuum is 3 x 10⁸ m/s, which value best estimates the speed of light in diamond?

Q30. If the mass of a body is doubled and acceleration remains constant, the force will:

Q31. What does the displacement vector represent in two-dimensional motion?

Q32. A student wants to design a device that maximizes heat production for a given battery and time. Which configuration should the student choose?

Q33. A convex lens forms a real image 30 cm from its optical centre. The object is placed 20 cm away from the lens. Using the sign convention, what is the correct sign and value for the focal length of the lens?

Q34. A roller coaster car is at the highest point of its track and is about to descend. If the mass of the car and its passengers is doubled while keeping the height and gravity constant, how does the gravitational potential energy at the top compare to the original scenario?

Q35. What forms the compressions and rarefactions in a sound wave traveling through air?

Q36. If two resistors of 4 Ω and 6 Ω are connected in parallel, the equivalent resistance will be:

Q37. The numerical value of an object's potential energy is measured in which SI unit?

Biology (8)

Q38. What is the main purpose of having different chambers in the human heart?

Q39. A patient suffers from repeated skin infections after severe damage to the outer body covering. Which tissue has most likely been affected?

Q40. In a food chain: Grass → Grasshopper → Frog → Snake → Eagle, the accumulation of DDT will be highest in _____________.

Q41. Identify the FALSE statement related to the nervous tissue.

Q42. Which action taken by us can directly reduce biological magnification?

Q43. What is the primary mechanism by which sucrose moves into phloem tissue in plants?

Q44. A medical laboratory detects bacteria in a patient’s sample. According to the historical development of classification systems, in which kingdom would bacteria have been placed immediately after the three kingdom system was introduced?

Q45. A science student is asked to explain why the Indian landscape supports high biodiversity. Which explanation best integrates the concepts of habitat diversity and endemism?