Indian Express Daily Quiz 12 August 2026: Test Your Current Affairs Knowledge

Why This Daily Quiz Matters for Your Exam Prep

Today's Indian Express covers a rich spread — from contempt of court and CBDC to the circular economy of milk pouches and SC/ST atrocities legislation. This quiz converts each story into a UPSC-standard MCQ with structured notes for revision.

Topics Covered in Today's Quiz

• Contempt of Court — Article 129, Article 215 and Advocates Act 1961
• UPI and MDR — NPCI, zero-MDR, two-sided market and financial inclusion
• CBDC and BRICS payments — Digital Rupee, cross-border payments and UPI interoperability
• Circular economy — milk pouch recycling, EPR and Plastic Waste Management Rules
• El Niño and kharif agriculture — FAO Food Price Index and monsoon
• DGCA drug testing — psychoactive substances, aviation safety and Civil Aviation Requirements
• SC/ST Atrocities Act — Article 17, Special Courts and Articles 341-342
• FCRA Amendment Bill — JPC referral, civil society and foreign contributions
• EV retrofitting — circular economy, vehicle life extension and EPR
• Judicial service conditions — Articles 125 and 221 and income tax treatment

How to Attempt Today's Quiz

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