Current Affairs 2026 - Questions and Answers
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496. How many people were killed by a wild elephant in West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand starting January 1, 2026?
Explanation: At least 20 people were killed by a single wild elephant roaming the forests of West Singhbhum district, Jharkhand from January 1, 2026.
497. How many people were killed in a coal mine explosion in East Jaintia Hills, Meghalaya on February 5, 2026?
Explanation: Eighteen people were killed in an explosion at an illegal coal mine in East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya on February 5, 2026.
498. In which district of Meghalaya did a deadly coal mine explosion occur in February 2026?
Explanation: A deadly explosion at an illegal coal mine in East Jaintia Hills district, Meghalaya killed 18 people on February 5, 2026.
499. How many seats are there in the Lok Sabha (lower house of Indian Parliament)?
Explanation: The Lok Sabha has 543 elected seats (plus 2 nominated Anglo-Indian members until 2020). The Delimitation Bill 2026 proposed increasing this to 850.
500. India's Constitution came into effect on which date?
Explanation: India's Constitution came into effect on January 26, 1950, which is celebrated as Republic Day.