6 May 2026 Current Affairs MCQ

9.

SEBI proposed amendments to Securitised Debt Instrument regulations mainly to align with whose guidelines?
A. IMF
B. NABARD
C. RBI
D. World Bank

Answer: C

Explanation: The amendments are intended to align SDI regulations with RBI’s securitisation norms.

10.

The Asian Development Bank announced a USD 70 billion initiative primarily for:
A. Defence manufacturing
B. Rural healthcare
C. Energy and digital infrastructure
D. Agricultural exports

Answer: C

Explanation: The initiative focuses on expanding energy and digital connectivity across Asia-Pacific by 2035.

11. (Application-Based)

A rise in non-food credit growth generally indicates:
A. Declining economic activity
B. Reduced bank lending
C. Increased economic momentum and borrowing
D. Lower industrial production

Answer: C

Explanation: Strong non-food credit growth reflects rising lending activity and improving economic conditions.

12.

Who was appointed as Chairman of Prasar Bharati?
A. Ravi K.
B. Om Birla
C. Prasoon Joshi
D. Adar Poonawalla

Answer: C

Explanation: Lyricist and communications expert Prasoon Joshi was appointed Chairman of Prasar Bharati.

13.

Hindustan Aeronautics Limited appointed whom as its new CMD?
A. Ravi K.
B. Kamakodi
C. Rohit Jain
D. Lakshmi Mittal

Answer: A

Explanation: Ravi K. became the new Chairman and Managing Director of HAL.

14. (Critical Thinking)

Why is the RBI shifting more gold reserves into domestic custody?
A. To reduce gold imports
B. To strengthen reserve management and security
C. To promote jewellery exports
D. To control inflation

Answer: B

Explanation: Domestic custody enhances strategic control, reserve management, and financial security.

15.

Which IPL franchise is set to be acquired by a consortium involving Lakshmi Mittal’s family and Adar Poonawalla?
A. Chennai Super Kings
B. Gujarat Titans
C. Rajasthan Royals
D. Punjab Kings

Answer: C

Explanation: The consortium signed an agreement to acquire Rajasthan Royals at a multi-billion-dollar valuation.