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Practice Daily Current Affairs 08 July 2026 with important GK questions, answers, explanations, answer key and revision notes for SSC, Banking, Railway and other exams.

Daily Current Affairs for 08 July 2026 are important for SSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State PCS and other competitive exams. This article includes important Daily GK MCQs with answers, explanations, quick revision notes and exam-wise preparation tips.

Daily Current Affairs 08 July 2026: Overview

This Daily Current Affairs set is designed for aspirants who want quick revision before attempting mock tests. The questions cover important areas that commonly appear in General Awareness, Banking Awareness and Current Affairs sections.

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Date08 July 2026
Total Questions50
Question TypeMultiple Choice Questions
Useful ForSSC, Banking, Railway, Defence, State Exams and General Competitive Exams
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Why Daily Current Affairs Matter

Current Affairs questions are frequently asked in competitive exams because they test awareness of recent national, international, economic, sports, awards, appointments and government-related developments. Daily practice helps candidates improve retention and reduces last-minute revision pressure.

Today’s Key Revision Areas

  • National and international current affairs
  • Government schemes and policy-related updates
  • Economy, banking and financial awareness
  • Awards, appointments and important personalities
  • Sports, science, technology and environment updates
  • Static GK connected with recent news

Daily Current Affairs MCQs: 08 July 2026

Practice the following questions carefully. Read the explanation after each answer to understand the context behind the fact.

Q1. PM Narendra Modi visited which UNESCO World Heritage site on 8 July 2026?

  1. Prambanan Temple Complex
  2. Angkor Wat
  3. Borobudur Temple
  4. Bali Fort

Correct Answer: A. Prambanan Temple Complex

Explanation: PM Modi visited the Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta.

Q2. Prambanan Temple Complex is located in which country?

  1. Indonesia
  2. Thailand
  3. Cambodia
  4. Vietnam

Correct Answer: A. Indonesia

Explanation: Prambanan Temple Complex is located in Indonesia.

Q3. The Prambanan Temple Complex visit took place in which Indonesian city?

  1. Jakarta
  2. Yogyakarta
  3. Bali
  4. Surabaya

Correct Answer: B. Yogyakarta

Explanation: PM Modi visited the Prambanan Temple Complex in Yogyakarta.

Q4. Who accompanied PM Modi during his visit to Prambanan Temple Complex?

  1. President Prabowo Subianto
  2. President Joko Widodo
  3. PM Anthony Albanese
  4. PM Christopher Luxon

Correct Answer: A. President Prabowo Subianto

Explanation: Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto accompanied PM Modi.

Q5. Which Indian organisation will work on conservation and restoration at Prambanan Temple Complex?

  1. ASI
  2. ISRO
  3. DRDO
  4. SEBI

Correct Answer: A. ASI

Explanation: The Archaeological Survey of India will undertake conservation and restoration work.

Q6. ASI stands for what?

  1. Archaeological Survey of India
  2. Agricultural Survey of India
  3. Aviation Safety Institute
  4. Asian Science Initiative

Correct Answer: A. Archaeological Survey of India

Explanation: ASI stands for Archaeological Survey of India.

Q7. Prambanan Temple Complex is mainly dedicated to which deities?

  1. Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
  2. Rama, Krishna and Hanuman
  3. Buddha, Mahavira and Ashoka
  4. Lakshmi, Saraswati and Durga only

Correct Answer: A. Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva

Explanation: Prambanan is dedicated to the Trimurti—Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva.

Q8. Prambanan Temple Complex was built in which century?

  1. 5th century
  2. 7th century
  3. 9th century
  4. 12th century

Correct Answer: C. 9th century

Explanation: Prambanan Temple Complex was built in the 9th century.

Q9. India had earlier undertaken documentation of which temple compound in Indonesia?

  1. Borobudur Temple Compounds
  2. Angkor Wat
  3. Wat Arun
  4. Shwedagon Pagoda

Correct Answer: A. Borobudur Temple Compounds

Explanation: ASI had earlier undertaken documentation of Borobudur Temple Compounds.

Q10. The Prambanan restoration project reflects India-Indonesia cooperation in which area?

  1. Cultural heritage conservation
  2. Space mining
  3. Banking regulation
  4. River linking

Correct Answer: A. Cultural heritage conservation

Explanation: The project reflects shared civilizational and cultural heritage conservation.

Q11. The Centre intensified preparedness on 8 July 2026 due to the potential impact of what?

  1. El Niño
  2. La Niña only
  3. Cyclone Remal
  4. Western Disturbance only

Correct Answer: A. El Niño

Explanation: The Centre reviewed preparedness amid uncertainty caused by possible El Niño impact.

Q12. Which Union Minister briefed media on Kharif preparedness and monsoon uncertainty?

  1. Shivraj Singh Chouhan
  2. Rajnath Singh
  3. Piyush Goyal
  4. Ashwini Vaishnaw

Correct Answer: A. Shivraj Singh Chouhan

Explanation: Shivraj Singh Chouhan briefed the media after a high-level review meeting.

Q13. India recorded what rainfall deficit in June 2026 as mentioned in the update?

  1. 13%
  2. 23%
  3. 33%
  4. 43%

Correct Answer: C. 33%

Explanation: June 2026 recorded a 33% rainfall deficit.

Q14. The overall rainfall deficit narrowed to what level in July 2026?

  1. 14%
  2. 24%
  3. 34%
  4. 44%

Correct Answer: B. 24%

Explanation: The overall deficit narrowed to 24%.

Q15. The number of rainfall-deficient districts declined from 262 to how many?

  1. 178
  2. 198
  3. 218
  4. 238

Correct Answer: A. 178

Explanation: Rainfall-deficient districts declined from 262 to 178.

Q16. Kharif sowing had been completed over approximately how many lakh hectares?

  1. 150.85 lakh hectares
  2. 250.85 lakh hectares
  3. 350.85 lakh hectares
  4. 450.85 lakh hectares

Correct Answer: C. 350.85 lakh hectares

Explanation: Kharif sowing was completed over 350.85 lakh hectares.

Q17. Kharif sowing was lower than the corresponding period last year by approximately how much?

  1. 31.95 lakh hectares
  2. 51.95 lakh hectares
  3. 71.95 lakh hectares
  4. 91.95 lakh hectares

Correct Answer: D. 91.95 lakh hectares

Explanation: Kharif sowing was around 91.95 lakh hectares lower.

Q18. Delayed monsoon particularly affected sowing of which crops?

  1. Soybean and cotton
  2. Tea and coffee
  3. Wheat and barley
  4. Jute and coconut

Correct Answer: A. Soybean and cotton

Explanation: Delayed monsoon particularly affected soybean and cotton sowing.

Q19. Farmers were advised to cultivate which short-duration and low-water crops?

  1. Maize, Bajra and Moong
  2. Wheat, Tea and Coffee
  3. Sugarcane, Cotton and Rubber
  4. Jute, Coconut and Tobacco

Correct Answer: A. Maize, Bajra and Moong

Explanation: Farmers were advised to cultivate maize, Bajra and Moong.

Q20. The Khet Bachao Abhiyan conducted in June organised more than how many programmes?

  1. 24,000
  2. 64,000
  3. 1.24 lakh
  4. 2.24 lakh

Correct Answer: C. 1.24 lakh

Explanation: More than 1.24 lakh programmes were organised under Khet Bachao Abhiyan.

Q21. Khet Bachao Abhiyan directly reached over how many farmers?

  1. 20 lakh
  2. 40 lakh
  3. 60 lakh
  4. 80 lakh

Correct Answer: D. 80 lakh

Explanation: The campaign directly reached over 80 lakh farmers.

Q22. The Government maintained a national seed reserve of approximately how much?

  1. 75,000 quintals
  2. 1.25 lakh quintals
  3. 1.75 lakh quintals
  4. 2.75 lakh quintals

Correct Answer: C. 1.75 lakh quintals

Explanation: A national seed reserve of about 1.75 lakh quintals was maintained.

Q23. By 30 June, more than how many Kisan Credit Card applications had been approved?

  1. 44,000
  2. 64,000
  3. 84,000
  4. 94,000

Correct Answer: D. 94,000

Explanation: More than 94,000 KCC applications were approved by 30 June.

Q24. PMFBY is linked with which purpose?

  1. Crop insurance
  2. Urban housing
  3. Defence procurement
  4. Stock market trading

Correct Answer: A. Crop insurance

Explanation: PMFBY provides crop insurance support to farmers.

Q25. PMFBY stands for what?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
  2. Pradhan Mantri Food Bank Yojana
  3. Public Market Farming Benefit Yojana
  4. Primary Mandal Farmer Budget Yojana

Correct Answer: A. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana

Explanation: PMFBY stands for Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana.

Q26. India hosted the 13th AITIGA Joint Committee meeting at which venue?

  1. Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
  2. Bharat Mandapam
  3. Vigyan Bhawan
  4. Rashtrapati Bhavan

Correct Answer: A. Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi

Explanation: The 13th AITIGA Joint Committee meeting was hosted at Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi.

Q27. AITIGA stands for what?

  1. ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement
  2. Asia-India Technology and Innovation Growth Agreement
  3. Agricultural India Trade Growth Arrangement
  4. ASEAN Infrastructure Trade Guarantee Agreement

Correct Answer: A. ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement

Explanation: AITIGA stands for ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement.

  1. 1-5 July 2026
  2. 6-10 July 2026
  3. 8-12 July 2026
  4. 14-17 July 2026

Correct Answer: B. 6-10 July 2026

Explanation: The meetings were scheduled from 6 to 10 July 2026.

Q29. The 13th AITIGA Joint Committee meeting was held in which format?

  1. Hybrid format
  2. Offline only
  3. Online only
  4. Postal format

Correct Answer: A. Hybrid format

Explanation: The meetings were held in hybrid format.

Q30. How many Sub-Committees were mentioned under the AITIGA Joint Committee?

  1. Three
  2. Five
  3. Eight
  4. Ten

Correct Answer: C. Eight

Explanation: Eight Sub-Committees were mentioned under the AITIGA Joint Committee.

Q31. Which Sub-Committee was held on the sidelines of the AITIGA meeting?

  1. Rules of Origin
  2. Space Exploration
  3. River Linking
  4. Defence Exports

Correct Answer: A. Rules of Origin

Explanation: The Sub-Committee on Rules of Origin was held on the sidelines.

Q32. The AITIGA Joint Committee meeting held on 7 July 2026 was co-chaired by India and which country?

  1. Malaysia
  2. Indonesia
  3. Singapore
  4. Thailand

Correct Answer: A. Malaysia

Explanation: It was co-chaired by India and Malaysia.

Q33. ASEAN accounts for around what share of India’s global trade?

  1. 5%
  2. 11%
  3. 21%
  4. 31%

Correct Answer: B. 11%

Explanation: ASEAN accounts for around 11% of India’s global trade.

Q34. India-ASEAN bilateral trade reached approximately how much during 2025-26?

  1. USD 28 billion
  2. USD 78 billion
  3. USD 128 billion
  4. USD 228 billion

Correct Answer: C. USD 128 billion

Explanation: India-ASEAN bilateral trade reached USD 128 billion during 2025-26.

Q35. How many ASEAN member states participated in the AITIGA meeting?

  1. 5
  2. 8
  3. 10
  4. 15

Correct Answer: C. 10

Explanation: Delegations from all 10 ASEAN member states participated.

Q36. The National Launch of Letter of Authorisation for High Seas Fisheries is scheduled in which city?

  1. Bhubaneswar
  2. Kochi
  3. Mumbai
  4. Chennai

Correct Answer: A. Bhubaneswar

Explanation: The launch is scheduled in Bhubaneswar, Odisha.

Q37. Who is scheduled to launch the Letter of Authorisation for sustainable high-seas fisheries?

  1. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan
  2. President Droupadi Murmu
  3. Prime Minister Narendra Modi
  4. Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla

Correct Answer: A. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan

Explanation: Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan is scheduled to launch it.

Q38. LoA in the fisheries update stands for what?

  1. Letter of Authorisation
  2. Licence of Allocation
  3. Line of Approval
  4. Law of Aquaculture

Correct Answer: A. Letter of Authorisation

Explanation: LoA stands for Letter of Authorisation.

Q39. The Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission covers which period?

  1. 2026-2036
  2. 2025-2030
  3. 2026-2031
  4. 2027-2047

Correct Answer: A. 2026-2036

Explanation: Odisha Deep Sea Fishing Mission is for 2026-2036.

Q40. LoA for high-seas fisheries is integrated with which portal?

  1. ReALCraft Fishing Vessel Registration Portal
  2. DigiLocker
  3. GeM
  4. e-Shram

Correct Answer: A. ReALCraft Fishing Vessel Registration Portal

Explanation: The LoA process is integrated with the ReALCraft Fishing Vessel Registration Portal.

Q41. The LoA is issued under guidelines notified in which year?

  1. 2023
  2. 2024
  3. 2025
  4. 2026

Correct Answer: C. 2025

Explanation: Guidelines for high-seas fisheries by Indian-flagged vessels were notified in 2025.

Q42. India’s coastline is approximately how long as mentioned in the fisheries update?

  1. 7,516 km
  2. 9,099 km
  3. 11,099 km
  4. 15,099 km

Correct Answer: C. 11,099 km

Explanation: India’s coastline is approximately 11,099 km.

Q43. India’s Exclusive Economic Zone is about how much?

  1. 14 lakh sq km
  2. 24 lakh sq km
  3. 34 lakh sq km
  4. 44 lakh sq km

Correct Answer: B. 24 lakh sq km

Explanation: India’s EEZ is about 24 lakh square kilometres.

Q44. India exported seafood worth about how much during FY 2025-26?

  1. Rs 13,890 crore
  2. Rs 33,890 crore
  3. Rs 53,890 crore
  4. Rs 73,890 crore

Correct Answer: D. Rs 73,890 crore

Explanation: India exported seafood worth around Rs 73,890 crore in FY 2025-26.

Q45. Which two island territories account for nearly 49% of India’s EEZ area?

  1. Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep
  2. Daman and Diu
  3. Puducherry and Delhi
  4. Goa and Kerala

Correct Answer: A. Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep

Explanation: Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep together account for nearly 49% of India’s EEZ area.

Q46. Which airport was notified as a port for import of drugs under the Drugs Rules, 1945?

  1. Navi Mumbai Airport
  2. Delhi Airport
  3. Kochi Airport
  4. Jaipur Airport

Correct Answer: A. Navi Mumbai Airport

Explanation: Navi Mumbai Airport was notified as a port for import of drugs.

Q47. The notification added Navi Mumbai Airport under which rule of the Drugs Rules, 1945?

  1. Rule 43A
  2. Rule 21B
  3. Rule 72C
  4. Rule 100A

Correct Answer: A. Rule 43A

Explanation: Rule 43A was amended to include Navi Mumbai Airport.

Q48. After Navi Mumbai Airport’s inclusion, the total number of notified ports of entry for drug import became what?

  1. 22
  2. 32
  3. 42
  4. 52

Correct Answer: C. 42

Explanation: The total number of notified ports of entry became 42.

Q49. Which ministry notified Navi Mumbai Airport as a drug-import port?

  1. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
  2. Ministry of Finance
  3. Ministry of Commerce
  4. Ministry of Civil Aviation only

Correct Answer: A. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare

Explanation: The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare issued the update.

Q50. The amendment was issued after consultation with which board?

  1. Drugs Technical Advisory Board
  2. GST Council
  3. Railway Board
  4. Defence Acquisition Council

Correct Answer: A. Drugs Technical Advisory Board

Explanation: The notification followed consultation with the Drugs Technical Advisory Board.

Answer Key: Daily Current Affairs 08 July 2026

Use this answer key for quick revision after attempting all questions.

Question No.Correct Answer
Q1A. Prambanan Temple Complex
Q2A. Indonesia
Q3B. Yogyakarta
Q4A. President Prabowo Subianto
Q5A. ASI
Q6A. Archaeological Survey of India
Q7A. Brahma, Vishnu and Shiva
Q8C. 9th century
Q9A. Borobudur Temple Compounds
Q10A. Cultural heritage conservation
Q11A. El Niño
Q12A. Shivraj Singh Chouhan
Q13C. 33%
Q14B. 24%
Q15A. 178
Q16C. 350.85 lakh hectares
Q17D. 91.95 lakh hectares
Q18A. Soybean and cotton
Q19A. Maize, Bajra and Moong
Q20C. 1.24 lakh
Q21D. 80 lakh
Q22C. 1.75 lakh quintals
Q23D. 94,000
Q24A. Crop insurance
Q25A. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
Q26A. Vanijya Bhawan, New Delhi
Q27A. ASEAN-India Trade in Goods Agreement
Q28B. 6-10 July 2026
Q29A. Hybrid format
Q30C. Eight
Q31A. Rules of Origin
Q32A. Malaysia
Q33B. 11%
Q34C. USD 128 billion
Q35C. 10
Q36A. Bhubaneswar
Q37A. Vice President C. P. Radhakrishnan
Q38A. Letter of Authorisation
Q39A. 2026-2036
Q40A. ReALCraft Fishing Vessel Registration Portal
Q41C. 2025
Q42C. 11,099 km
Q43B. 24 lakh sq km
Q44D. Rs 73,890 crore
Q45A. Andaman & Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep
Q46A. Navi Mumbai Airport
Q47A. Rule 43A
Q48C. 42
Q49A. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Q50A. Drugs Technical Advisory Board

Important Takeaways for Revision

  • Revise current affairs daily instead of waiting for monthly compilations.
  • Focus on facts that are connected with government schemes, reports, indices, appointments and economic updates.
  • For Banking exams, give extra attention to RBI, monetary policy, banking terms, financial institutions and economy updates.
  • For SSC and Railway exams, combine current affairs with static GK for better recall.
  • Attempt mock tests after reading Daily GK to check how much you remember.

Exam-wise Importance of Daily Current Affairs

SSC Exams

In SSC exams, Current Affairs supports the General Awareness section. Candidates should revise recent events along with static GK, history, geography, polity, economy and science.

Banking Exams

In Banking exams, Current Affairs is often linked with banking awareness, financial awareness, RBI updates, government schemes, budget, economy and important appointments.

Railway Exams

Railway exams usually include General Awareness questions. Daily GK practice helps candidates revise important events and static GK topics connected with recent developments.

Defence and State Exams

Defence and State-level exams also include Current Affairs questions. Regular practice improves confidence and helps aspirants revise facts in a structured manner.

How to Revise Daily Current Affairs Effectively

  • Read the question first and try to answer before checking the solution.
  • Write down difficult facts in a short revision notebook.
  • Revise the answer key after 24 hours to improve retention.
  • Attempt Daily GK quizzes regularly on ExamCook.
  • Take weekly mock tests to convert GK reading into exam performance.

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FAQs on Daily Current Affairs

Is Daily Current Affairs useful for SSC exams?

Yes. Daily Current Affairs helps candidates prepare for the General Awareness section of SSC exams. It should be revised along with static GK.

Is Daily GK important for Banking exams?

Yes. Banking exams regularly include current affairs related to economy, finance, RBI, banking awareness, schemes and appointments.

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