CLAT GK Questions (Must-Do) with Answers 2026 & Explanations

CLAT GK questions 2026 will require candidates to be familiar with current affairs. Previously, CLAT used to ask straightforward questions regarding static GK along with current affairs. Following the COVID-19 pandemic, the Consortium of National Law Universities decided to ask questions regarding current affairs. These questions are based on comprehension-based passages. Passages were extracted from news articles and editorials of prestigious newspapers, such as The Hindu and The Indian Express.

Each comprehension-based passage carries around 5-10 questions for which 1 mark is awarded for correct answer and -0.25 marks is deducted for an incorrect answer. In this article, the candidate will get to know about the best CLAT GK preparation tips along with the must-do GK questions for CLAT 2026.

CLAT GK 2026 Syllabus

In the CLAT exam, GK questions account for about 25% of the entire exam. The CLAT 2026 questions will comprise 4-6 comprehension-based passages. The length of the passage is about 450 words. The important topics to be covered for G.K.in CLAT 2026 Syllabus are-

• Environmental and Scientific Developments
• History
• Geography
• Indian Polity
• General Science
• Art and Culture
• Economics
• National and International events
• Awards and Honours
• Appointments and Resignations
• Government Schemes and Policies
• Summits and Conferences
• Sports News
• Important Days and Themes

CLAT GK 2026 Exam Pattern

The CLAT GK section will cover approximately 28-32 questions out of a total of 120 questions. Candidates are advised to take this section seriously because it is one of the most scoring sections among the five, as direct questions are asked of them. Know more about the CLAT Exam Pattern here.

CLAT GK 2026 Must-Do Questions

Question 1 . In a move signalling normalisation of diplomatic relations that were scuttled by the spat over the murder of a pro-Khalistan activist in 2023 in British Columbia, Canada and India on Thursday (August 28, 2025), announced the appointment of High Commissioners. The move came around two-and-a-half months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, where both leaders agreed to appoint envoys and upgrade ties.

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand said that Christopher Cooter, a career foreign service officer with 35 years of diplomatic experience, will be the new High Commissioner of Canada to India. Hours later, the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi announced that Dinesh K. Patnaik of the 1990 Indian Foreign Service cadre will take up charge of the High Commissioner of India to Canada “shortly”. Mr. Patnaik is currently the Indian ambassador to Spain.

In a move signalling normalisation of diplomatic relations that were scuttled by the spat over the murder of a pro-Khalistan activist in 2023 in British Columbia, Canada and India on Thursday (August 28, 2025) announced the appointment of High Commissioners.

The move came around two-and-a-half months after Prime Minister Narendra Modi met his Canadian counterpart Mark Carney on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, Canada, where both leaders agreed to appoint envoys and upgrade ties.

Canada’s Minister of Foreign Affairs Anita Anand said that Christopher Cooter, a career foreign service officer with 35 years of diplomatic experience, will be the new High Commissioner of Canada to India. Hours later, the Ministry of External Affairs in New Delhi announced that Dinesh K. Patnaik of the 1990 Indian Foreign Service cadre will take up charge of the High Commissioner of India to Canada “shortly”. Mr. Patnaik is currently the Indian ambassador to Spain.

“The appointment of a new High Commissioner reflects Canada’s step-by-step approach to deepening diplomatic engagement and advancing bilateral cooperation with India. This appointment is an important development toward restoring services for Canadians while strengthening the bilateral relationship to support Canada’s economy,” said Ms. Anand on Thursday.

(Source: The Hindu)

1. What event signalled the normalization of diplomatic relations between India and Canada?

A) Signing a trade agreementB) Announcing appointments of High CommissionersC) Opening new embassiesD) Holding joint military exercises

Answer: B) Announcing appointments of High Commissioners

2. What caused the diplomatic spat between Canada and India?

A) Trade disputesB) Passport issuesC) Murder of a pro-Khalistan activist in British ColumbiaD) Sports rivalry

Answer: C) Murder of a pro-Khalistan activist in British Columbia

3. When did Prime Minister Modi meet Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney?

A) During the UN General Assembly in 2023B) In a virtual summit in July 2025C) On the sidelines of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, about two-and-a-half months before August 28, 2025D) At a Commonwealth meeting in London

Answer: C) On the sidelines of the G7 summit in Kananaskis, about two-and-a-half months before August 28, 2025

4. What agreement was reached during the G7 summit meeting between Modi and Carney?

A) To begin military cooperationB) To appoint envoys and upgrade tiesC) To ease visa restrictionsD) To hold annual summits

Answer: B) To appoint envoys and upgrade ties

5. Who was appointed as the new High Commissioner of Canada to India?

A) Dinesh K. PatnaikB) Mark CarneyC) Christopher CooterD) Anita Anand

Answer: C) Christopher Cooter

6. Who announced Canada’s new High Commissioner to India?

A) The Indian Prime MinisterB) The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita AnandC) The Canadian PresidentD) The Indian Foreign Minister

Answer: B) The Canadian Minister of Foreign Affairs, Anita Anand

7. Who will be India’s next High Commissioner to Canada?

A) S. JaishankarB) Christopher CooterC) Dinesh K. PatnaikD) Navdeep Bains

Answer: C) Dinesh K. Patnaik

8. What was Dinesh K. Patnaik’s most recent diplomatic role before this designation?

A) Indian High Commissioner to AustraliaB) Indian ambassador to SpainC) Indian ambassador to CanadaD) Consul General in Dubai

Answer: B) Indian ambassador to Spain

9. According to Anita Anand, what does the appointment of a new High Commissioner represent?

A) Canada’s fast-track approach to diplomacyB) Canada’s step-by-step approach to deepening diplomatic engagement with IndiaC) A temporary diplomatic adjustmentD) A pause in bilateral relations

Answer: B) Canada’s step-by-step approach to deepening diplomatic engagement with India.

10. What broader impact does the High Commissioner appointment have for Canada?

A) Decreases trade barriers with EuropeB) Helps restore services for Canadians and strengthens the bilateral relationship to support Canada’s economyC) Increases sports collaborationD) Reduces tourism

Answer: B) Helps restore services for Canadians and strengthens the bilateral relationship to support Canada’s economy.

Question 2. Since returning to the White House in January, Mr. Trump has repeatedly said the United States needs the strategically located, resource-rich island for security reasons, and has refused to rule out the use of force to secure it.

At least three U.S. officials close to Mr. Trump have been noticed in Greenland's capital, Nuuk, trying to identify people they could use in anti-Denmark influence campaigns, according to Danish public television network DR.

Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen said in a statement to AFP he was aware of "foreign actors" showing an interest in Greenland's position within Denmark.

"Any attempt to interfere in the internal affairs of the Kingdom will of course be unacceptable," he said, adding that he had "asked the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to summon the U.S. charge d'affaires for a meeting at the Ministry".

Most of Greenland's 57,000 people want to become independent from Denmark, according to a January poll, but do not wish to become part of the U.S.

Both Denmark and Greenland have repeatedly insisted the Arctic island is not for sale and that it will decide its future itself.

Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen said she was taking the matter seriously.

"I note that the Americans have not clearly rejected the DR report today, and that is of course serious," she told Danish television.

The Wall Street Journal reported in May that U.S. intelligence agencies had been ordered to find out more about Greenland's independence movement and opinions on American exploitation of resources.

According to the newspaper, intelligence agencies had been asked to identify people in Greenland and Denmark who supported U.S. objectives.

Ms. Frederiksen reacted angrily to that report at the time, saying: "You cannot spy against an ally."

(Source:The Hindu)

1. Since returning to the White House in January, what has Mr. Trump repeatedly said about Greenland?

A) The U.S. is not interested in GreenlandB) The U.S. needs Greenland for security reasons and might use force to secure itC) Greenland should remain solely under Danish controlD) The U.S. will only engage in trade with Greenland

Answer: B) The U.S. needs Greenland for security reasons and might use force to secure it

2. According to Danish public television network DR, what were U.S. officials close to Trump doing in Nuuk?

A) Building new military basesB) Identifying people to use in anti-Denmark influence campaignsC) Negotiating a trade agreementD) Planning cultural events

Answer: B) Identifying people to use in anti-Denmark influence campaigns.

3. What did Denmark's Foreign Minister Lars Lokke Rasmussen say about foreign interest in Greenland’s position within Denmark?

A) He was unaware of any foreign interestB) He was aware of “foreign actors” showing interest in Greenland's position within DenmarkC) He welcomed foreign actors’ involvementD) He denied any such attempts existed

Answer: B) He was aware of “foreign actors” showing interest in Greenland's position within Denmark.

4. How did Rasmussen describe any attempts to interfere in the Kingdom’s internal affairs?

A) Acceptable if beneficial to allB) Encouraged for international cooperationC) UnacceptableD) Not Denmark’s concern

Answer: C) Unacceptable.

5. What diplomatic action did Denmark take in response to the allegations?

A) Closed the U.S. embassy in DenmarkB) Summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires for a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign AffairsC) Declared war on the U.S.D) Initiated trade sanctions

Answer: B) Summoned the U.S. chargé d’affaires for a meeting at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

6. According to a January poll, what do most Greenlanders desire regarding their political status?

A) Independence from DenmarkB) To become part of the U.S.C) To remain fully DanishD) To join Canada

Answer: A) Independence from Denmark.

7. What is the desire of most Greenlanders concerning becoming part of the U.S.?

A) Most want to join the U.S.B) Most do not want to become part of the U.S.C) The poll did not cover this questionD) Most want to be part of both U.S. and Denmark

Answer: B) Most do not want to become part of the U.S.

8. What have Denmark and Greenland repeatedly insisted about Greenland’s future?

A) The island is for saleB) Greenland will decide its own future and is not for saleC) It should be ceded to the U.S.D) It must remain under Danish control forever

Answer: B) Greenland will decide its own future and is not for sale.

9. How did Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen react to the U.S. response to the DR report?

A) She ignored the reportB) She was indifferentC) She took the matter seriously and noted the U.S. had not clearly rejected the reportD) She supported U.S. actions

Answer: C) She took the matter seriously and noted the U.S. had not clearly rejected the report.

10. What was Ms. Frederiksen’s reaction to the May Wall Street Journal report about U.S. intelligence agencies spying?

A) She welcomed the intelligence activitiesB) She reacted angrily, saying “You cannot spy against an ally.”C) She said it was normal practiceD) She did not comment

Answer: B) She reacted angrily, saying, “You cannot spy against an ally.”

Question 3. On the occasion of World Quantum Day yesterday, Bangalore-based QpiAI, one of the eight startups chosen under the Department of Science and Technology's (DST) National Quantum Mission, announced the launch of one of India's most potent quantum computers with 25 superconducting qubits.

The country's first full-stack quantum computing system, QpiAI-Indus, combines cutting-edge quantum hardware, scalable control, and optimised software for revolutionary hybrid computing. It combines cutting-edge quantum computers, AI-enhanced quantum solutions, and next-generation Quantum-HPC software platforms.

In the areas of life sciences, drug development, materials sciences, mobility, logistics, sustainability, and climate action, QpiAI is propelling deep-science and deep-tech innovation with this milestone.As a part of India’s National Quantum Mission, QpiAI is at the forefront of building the country’s quantum computing technology ecosystem, national quantum adoption programs, and creating one of the world’s largest quantum talent ecosystems. QpiAI is committed to accelerating India’s quantum journey, making quantum computing technologies practical, accessible, and globally impactful. The technologies from the company, bootstrapped in 2019, have led to 11 patent applications and generated a revenue of around Rs 1 million per annum. They have also generated substantial capital from the Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI).

With this announcement on World Quantum Day which marks a shared vision for a quantum-enabled future that transforms industries, accelerates scientific discovery, and empowers the next generation of innovators, QpiAI joins the global community of scientists, engineers, policy makers, and enthusiasts in celebrating the remarkable progress and possibilities unlocked by quantum science and technology.

(Source:PIB)

1. What is the name of the quantum computer launched by Bengaluru-based QpiAI?

A) QpiAI-QuantumB) QpiAI-IndusC) QpiAI-NationalD) QpiAI-Super

Answer: B) QpiAI-Indus

2. How many superconducting qubits does the QpiAI-Indus quantum computer feature?

A) 15B) 11C) 25D) 50

Answer: C) 25

3. QpiAI-Indus is the first _____ quantum computing system in India.

A) Cloud-basedB) Full-stackC) HybridD) Open-source

Answer: B) Full-stack

4. Which ministry or department coordinates the National Quantum Mission under which QpiAI was selected?

A) Ministry of DefenceB) Ministry of Electronics and ITC) Department of Science and Technology (DST)D) Ministry of Electronics and Communication

Answer: C) Department of Science and Technology (DST)

5. Which of the following areas is NOT explicitly mentioned as a focus area for innovation using QpiAI’s quantum computing technology?

A) Life sciencesB) LogisticsC) Space explorationD) Climate action

Answer: C) Space exploration

6. When was QpiAI bootstrapped or founded?

A) 2017B) 2018C) 2019D) 2020

Answer: C) 2019

7. How many patent applications has QpiAI generated from its technologies?

A) 5B) 11C) 15D) 20

Answer: B) 11

8. Approximately what is QpiAI’s annual revenue from its quantum technology?

A) Rs 50 lakhB) Rs 75 lakhC) Rs 1 millionD) Rs 5 million

Answer: C) Rs 1 million

9. What kind of computing does QpiAI-Indus combine to achieve transformative hybrid computing?

A) Quantum and classical computingB) Cloud and edge computingC) Distributed and parallel computingD) GPU and CPU computing

Answer: A) Quantum and classical computing

10. On which occasion was the QpiAI-Indus quantum computer launched?

A) India’s Independence DayB) World Quantum DayC) National Science DayD) World Technology Day

Answer: B) World Quantum Day

Question 4. Data from one of the instruments on Chandrayaan-3 has indicated that the presence of water on the Moon could be more widespread than known so far. A research team at the Physical Research Laboratory in Ahmedabad, which analysed the data from the ChaSTE instrument onboard the Vikram lander, has come to the conclusion that there were strong possibilities of water-ice sheets being present in areas outside the polar regions as well. As of now, water-ice on the Moon is known to be concentrated in the polar regions. The latest finding is another significant breakthrough by the Indian space community, and builds on the knowledge created in this field by Chandrayaan-1. Two instruments on Chandrayaan-1, one of them from NASA, had confirmed the presence of water on the Moon, and found definitive evidence of water-ice in the polar regions. This time, the entire effort has been given shape by India.

Space is one of the areas in which India has been functioning almost at the cutting edge of technology, particularly in the last 10-15 years when it has started venturing into ambitious exploration activities. The number of missions has been relatively small but they have produced fruitful outcomes, often extending the existing frontiers of knowledge. Space is also a sector where a proper ecosystem has begun functioning with full participation from public and private research institutions, industry and universities. And although it has not been captured very well till now in numbers, there is sufficient anecdotal evidence to suggest that the space ecosystem is beginning to halt and reverse the brain drain in this sector. There are examples of the young and scientifically talented returning from the US and Europe to set up their space start-ups in India, or take up positions in Indian laboratories.

(Source:Indian Express)

1. Which instrument on Chandrayaan-3 provided key data about water-ice presence on the Moon?

A) CHEMINB) ChaSTE (Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical Experiment)C) M3 (Moon Mineralogy Mapper)D) LRO (Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter)

Answer: B) ChaSTE (Chandra’s Surface Thermophysical Experiment)

2. Where was the ChaSTE instrument located on the Chandrayaan-3 mission?

A) OrbiterB) Vikram landerC) RoverD) Lunar satellite

Answer: B) Vikram lander

3. What significant breakthrough regarding water-ice did the data from Chandrayaan-3 indicate?

A) Water-ice only at lunar equatorB) Water-ice might be present beyond the polar regions in high-latitude areasC) No water-ice on the MoonD) Water-ice only inside moon craters

Answer: B) Water-ice might be present beyond the polar regions in high-latitude areas

4. How deep into the lunar surface did ChaSTE measure temperature and thermal conductivity?

A) Top 1 cmB) Top 5 cmC) Top 10 cmD) Top 50 cm

Answer: C) Top 10 cm

5. What temperature variations did ChaSTE find on the Moon’s surface during the lunar night?

A) Around 0°CB) As low as -181°CC) Between 10°C to 20°CD) Higher than 100°C

Answer: B) As low as -181°C

6. How do local terrain features like slope and sun exposure affect water-ice stability, according to ChaSTE data?

A) No impactB) Sun-facing slopes are warmer; shaded slopes cooler, offering areas where ice can accumulateC) Only flat areas have iceD) Ice forms only on sun-facing slopes

Answer: B) Sun-facing slopes are warmer; shaded slopes cooler, offering areas where ice can accumulate.

7. What was Chandrayaan-1’s contribution to the knowledge of water on the Moon?

A) It denied the existence of waterB) It confirmed water presence and water-ice in polar regions, partly through NASA instrumentsC) It landed on the Moon firstD) It only studied minerals

Answer: B) It confirmed water presence and water-ice in polar regions, partly through NASA instruments.

8. Why is the discovery of water-ice outside the polar regions significant?

A) It reduces the need for landing at poles onlyB) It has no practical useC) It proves the Moon is habitable nowD) It confirms ice is everywhere equally

Answer: A) It reduces the need for landing at poles only.

9. Which Indian institute led the study analyzing the ChaSTE data?

A) Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) BombayB) Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), AhmedabadC) National Institute of Oceanography (NIO)D) Indian Space Science Organization

Answer: B) Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Ahmedabad

10. What broader impact does this Chandrayaan-3 discovery have for India's space ecosystem?

A) It shows India is laggingB) It demonstrates India's leadership in space exploration and innovation with public and private research collaborationC) It only helps NASAD) It has no impact

Answer: B) It demonstrates India's leadership in space exploration and innovation with public and private research collaboration.

CLAT GK 2026 Preparation Tips

The questions asked in CLAT GK 2026 require a high level of preparation, which includes current affairs from all the important domains. The newspaper reading habit of a candidate can help him navigate through the CLAT exam GK questions quite easily. Some of the CLAT Preparation tips are provided below-

• Reading daily newspapers like The Hindu and The Indian Express.
• Practising current affairs questions on a daily basis.
• Give CLAT mocks with long passages.
• Long passages will help the candidate mark the answers without having to go back to the passage again.
• Watch international news channels like the BBC and Times Now to be updated with current events.