April 2026 Edition
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April 2026 Current Affairs MCQs & Solutions
Top national & international current affairs questions for CSS, PMS, FPSC, PPSC, and NTS screening tests.
#1
Which day is observed globally on April 22?
(a) Labour Day
(b) Earth Day
(c) Press Freedom Day
(d) Environment Day
Explanation: Earth Day is celebrated on April 22 to raise awareness of environmental issues. It originated in 1970 in the United States. Environment Day, by contrast, is observed on June 5.
#2
7 April is observed internationally as?
(a) Human Rights Day
(b) World Health Day
(c) World Water Day
(d) Women’s Day
Explanation: April 7 is celebrated as World Health Day, marking the founding of the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1948. Each year focuses on a specific health theme. It is one of the key UN health awareness days.
#3
What is the theme of **World Health Day** (April 7) most closely linked to?
(a) The founding of the WHO
(b) The adoption of the UN Charter
(c) The eradication of smallpox
(d) The first meeting of the UN General Assembly
Explanation: World Health Day is celebrated on April 7 every year to mark the anniversary of the founding of the WHO in 1948.
#4
Which G7 member has the presidency in 2026?
(a) France
(b) Germany
(c) United States
(d) Japan
Explanation: The G7 presidency rotates annually, and the United States is scheduled to hold it in 2026, following Canada’s 2025 presidency.
#5
Which novel begins with the line “It was a bright cold day in April”?
(a) 1984
(b) Brave New World
(c) Fahrenheit 451
(d) Lord of the Flies
Explanation: The opening sets the bleak mood of Orwell’s dystopia.
#6
Which 'Top Gun' and 'Batman Forever' actor passed away on April 1, 2025?
(a) Tom Cruise
(b) George Clooney
(c) Val Kilmer
(d) Michael Keaton
Explanation: Val Kilmer, known for his iconic roles in 'Top Gun', 'The Doors', and as Batman, passed away on April 1, 2025, at the age of 65, following a long health battle.
#7
Which 'RuPaul's Drag Race' star died in April 2025 after a leg amputation?
(a) Chi Chi DeVayne
(b) Jiggly Caliente
(c) Sahara Davenport
(d) Cherry Valentine
Explanation: Jiggly Caliente, a beloved star from 'RuPaul's Drag Race', died on April 27, 2025, days after undergoing a leg amputation due to a severe infection.
#8
Which three countries will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
(a) Spain, Portugal, Morocco
(b) USA, Canada, Mexico
(c) Brazil, Argentina, Chile
(d) Japan, South Korea, China
Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico.
#9
Which Grand Slam tournament did Carlos Alcaraz aim to win in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam?
(a) Wimbledon
(b) US Open
(c) French Open
(d) Australian Open
Explanation: Having won the other three majors by the end of 2025, Carlos Alcaraz set his sights on winning the Australian Open in 2026 to complete his Career Grand Slam.
#10
Which city was announced as the host for the Laver Cup in 2026?
(a) Paris
(b) Madrid
(c) Stockholm
(d) Rome
Explanation: It was announced during the 2025 event that the Laver Cup would return to Europe in 2026, specifically to Paris.
#11
What is the host location for the 2026 Winter Olympics?
(a) Salt Lake City
(b) Milan-Cortina
(c) Nice-Alps
(d) Sapporo
Explanation: The 2026 Winter Games will be hosted jointly by Milan and Cortina d'Ampezzo in Italy.
#12
Which new winter sport will debut at the 2026 Winter Olympics?
(a) Ski Mountaineering
(b) Telemark Skiing
(c) Winter Triathlon
(d) Synchronized Skating
Explanation: Ski Mountaineering (Skimo) has been approved as a new sport for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics.
#13
What is the name of the female mascot for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics?
(a) Milo
(b) Tina
(c) Neve
(d) Gliz
Explanation: The mascots are two stoats named Tina (for Cortina, the Olympic mascot) and Milo (for Milan, the Paralympic mascot).
#14
In the Milan-Cortina 2026 Games, which sport will host its events in the Valtellina region?
(a) Ice Hockey
(b) Alpine Skiing (Men)
(c) Figure Skating
(d) Curling
Explanation: Men's Alpine Skiing will be held on the famous Stelvio slope in Bormio, which is in the Valtellina region.
#15
What is the primary fuel source for the Milan-Cortina 2026 Olympic torch?
(a) Hydrogen
(b) Natural Gas
(c) Bio-LPG
(d) Electric Battery
Explanation: The organizers have stated the flame will be fueled by Bio-LPG to promote sustainability.
#16
Which African city will host the 2026 Youth Olympic Games?
(a) Cairo
(b) Dakar
(c) Nairobi
(d) Cape Town
Explanation: The 2026 Youth Olympic Games will be held in Dakar, Senegal, marking the first Olympic event to be held on the African continent.
#17
Which nations will co-host the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
(a) USA, Canada, Mexico
(b) Spain, Portugal, Morocco
(c) Germany, France, Italy
(d) Japan, South Korea, China
Explanation: The 2026 World Cup will be jointly hosted by the United States, Canada, and Mexico, marking the first time three nations share the hosting duties.
#18
How many teams will participate in the 2026 FIFA World Cup?
(a) 32
(b) 40
(c) 48
(d) 64
Explanation: The 2026 World Cup will expand the tournament format from 32 teams to 48 teams for the first time.
#19
Who will host the 2026 Asian Games?
(a) Doha, Qatar
(b) Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
(c) Aichi-Nagoya, Japan
(d) Seoul, South Korea
Explanation: The 20th Asian Games in 2026 are scheduled to be held in the Aichi Prefecture and the city of Nagoya in Japan.
#20
What is the name of the mascot for the 2026 Asian Games in Aichi-Nagoya?
(a) Honhon
(b) Not yet officially revealed
(c) Miraitowa
(d) Someity
Explanation: As of late 2023/early 2024, the specific mascots for the 2026 Aichi-Nagoya Games have been in the design contest phase but not widely popularized or finalized like previous editions.