The new year brings new opportunities and for competitive exam aspirants staying updated is the first step toward success. If you want to start 2026 on a strong note, today GK Quiz Today 20 May 2026 is the perfect way to sharpen your current affairs preparation. These questions are designed to reflect what really matters in exams.
This Latest Current Affairs Questions & Answers set covers important national and international events, government schemes, sports, awards, and economy-related updates. Based on recent exam trends, the quiz helps you understand how current affairs are asked in SSC, Banking, Railways, and other competitive exams, making your preparation more focused and effective.
Whether you are a beginner or revising for upcoming exams, this GK Quiz Today will boost your confidence and improve your accuracy. Practicing daily current affairs not only strengthens your general knowledge but also builds the habit of smart, exam-oriented learning exactly what toppers follow.
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GK Quiz Today, 20 May, 2026: Latest Current Affairs Questions & Answers
Q. Who became the new Chief Minister of Kerala and took the oath along with the entire cabinet?
A. V.D. Satheesan
B. Ramesh Chennithala
C. Pinarayi Vijayan
D. K.C. Venugopal
Answer: a. V.D. Satheesan
Q. Which country handed over the historical ‘Anaimangalam Copper Plates’ of the Chola dynasty to India?
A. Spain
B. France
C. Netherlands
D. Norway
Answer: c. Netherlands
Q. The Barakah Nuclear Power Plant was in the news in May 2026 due to a drone attack. Where is it located?
A. Kazakhstan
b. Iran
c. UAE
d. Qatar
Answer: c. UAE
Q. In which city is the Bhojshala-Kamal Maula complex located, regarding whose temple-mosque dispute the Madhya Pradesh High Court declared it a temple?
a. Lucknow
b. Jabalpur
c. Dhar
d. Indore
Answer: c. Dhar
Q. Which state launched the ‘Monday Metro’ campaign?
a. New Delhi
b. Uttar Pradesh
c. West Bengal
d. Karnataka
Answer: a. New Delhi
Q. When is World Hypertension Day organized?
a. May 16
b. May 17
c. May 18
d. May 19
Answer: b. May 17
Q. Due to the crisis in West Asia, which country surpassed the UAE to secure the status of India’s second-largest export destination?
a. USA
b. Saudi Arabia
c. Malaysia
d. Singapore
Answer: d. Singapore
Q. When is the International Day of Living Together in Peace celebrated?
a. May 13
b. May 14
c. May 15
d. May 16
Answer: d. May 16
Q. When is World AIDS Vaccine Day observed?
a. May 17
b. May 18
c. May 19
d. May 20
Answer: b. 18 May
Q. Who became the Speaker of the Kerala Legislative Assembly?
a. K. A. Thulasi
b. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan
c. K. Muraleedharan
d. Sunny Joseph
Answer: b. Thiruvanchoor Radhakrishnan
Q. Iran established the Persian Gulf Strait Authority (PGSA) to oversee taxation and management of the Strait of Hormuz; which seas does this strait connect?
a. Red Sea and Gulf of Aden
b. Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
c. Persian Gulf and Arabian Sea
d. Mediterranean Sea and Red Sea
Answer: b. Persian Gulf and Gulf of Oman
Conclusion
Today’s GK Quiz 20 May 2026 covered the most important current affairs questions that are highly relevant for SSC, RRB, Group D, Banking and other competitive exams Regular practice of these daily quizzes w ill help you stay updated improve your accuracy and strengthen your overall exam preparation Keep revising daily stay consistent and continue solving more GK quizzes to score higher in your upcoming exams.