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Daily Current Affair Quiz: August 21, 2026

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Daily Current Affair Quiz: August 21, 2026

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1. Consider the following statements regarding Magnus Carlsen's 2026 Esports World Cup victory:
1. He defeated Denis Lazavik of Belarus in the final.
2. He remained undefeated throughout the tournament.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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2. Thamirabarani River originates from which hills?

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3. Tamil Nadu has announced _____ days of maternity leave for women state government employees for the birth of a third child.

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4. Consider the following statements regarding the PM CARES Fund:
1. It is a Public Charitable Trust established under the Registration Act, 1908.
2. The fund receives budgetary allocations from the Government of India.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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5. Russia's name for the disputed island is Iturup. What is its Japanese name?

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6. Consider the following statements:
1. Indian Akshay Urja Day aims to create mass awareness about renewable energy.
2. The day is observed on the birth anniversary of Jawaharlal Nehru.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

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7. Consider the following statements regarding Sadbhavana Diwas:
1. It is observed on 20 August to mark the death anniversary of Rajiv Gandhi.
2. The word "Sadbhavana" means goodwill, harmony, and mutual understanding.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?