18 March 2026 Daily Current Affairs Quiz

1. It is a liquid-fuel ballistic missile that requires several hours of preparation before launch.

2. The missile is nicknamed the "dancing missile" due to its ability to maneuver at high altitudes to evade defenses.

3. It has an estimated operational range of approximately 2,000 kilometers.

4. The Sejjil is a two-stage missile system developed indigenously by Iran.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a rare genetic disorder caused by a mutation in the LMNA gene, leading to the production of the abnormal protein 'Progerin'.

2. The disease is usually inherited from parents who are carriers of the mutated gene.

3. Children with HGPS typically show significant delays in intellectual and motor skill development.

4. Severe atherosclerosis is the most common cause of mortality in patients with Progeria.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a freshwater fish species found exclusively in the high-altitude lakes of the Himalayas.

2. It belongs to the butid family, commonly known as gudgeon gobies.

3. The species is characterized by unique interorbital scales and distinct bands on its pectoral fins.

4. It was discovered in the Rupnarayan River, which is a tributary of the Hooghly River.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. Petroglyphs are created by removing the surface layer of a rock using instruments of superior hardness.

2. Unlike petrographs, which are images painted on rock, petroglyphs involve deep visible indentations.

3. They are found on every continent of the world, including Antarctica.

4. In India, the Edakkal Caves in Kerala are a well-known site for petroglyphs.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It refers to an extraordinary event that makes the fulfillment of contractual obligations impossible.

2. Under Indian law, Force Majeure is specifically governed by Section 56 of the Indian Contract Act, 1872.

3. A party can invoke Force Majeure for events that were predictable or resulted from their own negligence.

4. The principle of 'Pacta Sunt Servanda' supports the easy withdrawal from contracts during economic downturns.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. These awards are presented annually for outstanding literary works in 22 languages mentioned in the 8th Schedule only.

2. The Sahitya Akademi was established as an autonomous body under the Ministry of Education in 1954.

3. English and Rajasthani are among the languages recognized by the Akademi for its awards.

4. The award includes a cash prize of ₹1 lakh along with a citation and a shawl.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is the first tiger reserve in India to officially introduce a mascot, named 'Bhoorsingh'.

2. The reserve is being used as a reintroduction site for Asiatic Water Buffaloes from Kaziranga.

3. It is situated in the Vindhya mountain range and serves as the source of the Ken River.

4. The dominant vegetation consists of moist Sal and mixed deciduous forests.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a highly contagious bacterial infection that primarily affects poultry and equines.

2. The disease is characterized by fever and the appearance of vesicles (blisters) in the mouth and on the feet.

3. While rarely fatal in adults, it can cause high mortality in young animals due to myocarditis.

4. FMD is a transboundary animal disease that significantly disrupts international trade of animal products.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a supplementary agreement to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC).

2. It aims for the fair and equitable sharing of benefits arising from the utilization of genetic resources.

3. The protocol covers traditional knowledge associated with genetic resources.

4. India was one of the early ratifiers of the protocol, joining in 2012.

Which of the statements given above are correct?

1. It is a marine crab species found in the deep waters of the Arabian Sea.

2. The recent specimen discovered in Silent Valley exhibits 'gynandromorphy'.

3. It belongs to the family Gecarcinucidae, which is endemic to the Western Ghats.

4. Gynandromorphy refers to a condition where an individual has both male and female biological characteristics.

Which of the statements given above are correct?