Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. India’s 7th Regional Meteorological Centre (RMC) was recently inaugurated at which place?
A) Jammu
B) Dehradun
C) Lucknow
D) Gangtok
Answer: A
Explanation: Lucknow became India’s 8th RMC (or noted as 7th in some contexts), enhancing weather forecasting in the region.
Q2. Jai Prakash Narayan Bird Sanctuary (Surha Tal) was designated as India’s 100th Ramsar Site. In which state is it located?
A) Uttar Pradesh
B) Madhya Pradesh
C) Rajasthan
D) Bihar
Answer: A
Explanation: The sanctuary in Ballia, Uttar Pradesh, was declared India’s 100th Ramsar Site on World Environment Day (June 5, 2026), highlighting wetland conservation efforts.
Q3. Who won the Men’s Singles title at the French Open (Roland Garros) 2026?
A) Jannik Sinner
B) Flavio Cobolli
C) Alexander Zverev
D) Carlos Alcaraz
Answer: C
Explanation: Alexander Zverev (Germany) defeated Flavio Cobolli (Italy) in a five-set final (6-1, 4-6, 6-4, 6-7(5), 6-1) on June 7, 2026, claiming his first Grand Slam title.
Q4. According to SIPRI Yearbook 2026, India’s nuclear warhead stockpile stands at approximately:
A) 160
B) 190
C) 220
D) 150
Answer: B
Explanation: India has around 190 nuclear warheads as of early 2026, maintaining the fifth-largest arsenal with focus on credible minimum deterrence.
Q5. When did the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) come into force?
A) May 1, 2026
B) June 1, 2026
C) April 15, 2026
D) July 1, 2026
Answer: B
Explanation: The CEPA, signed in December 2025, officially entered into force on June 1, 2026, to boost bilateral trade and strategic ties.
Q6. Which campaign was associated with the inauguration of Namo Oxygen Parks in Delhi on World Environment Day 2026?
A) Mission LiFE
B) Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam
C) Green India Mission
D) Nagar Van Yojana
Answer: B
Explanation: The parks were inaugurated under the Ek Ped Maa Ke Naam campaign to promote tree plantation and environmental awareness.
Q7. Pope Leo XIV is scheduled to bless/inaugurate a tower at Sagrada Família in Barcelona in June 2026 to mark:
A) World Environment Day
B) 100th death anniversary of Antoni Gaudí
C) FIFA World Cup opening
D) India’s Independence Day
Answer: B
Explanation: The visit (June 6-12, 2026) commemorates the centenary of Gaudí’s death and includes inaugurating the Tower of Jesus Christ.
Q8. The Panchayat Advancement Index is an initiative of which ministry?
A) Ministry of Rural Development
B) Ministry of Panchayati Raj
C) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
D) Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Answer: B
Explanation: It assesses and promotes the performance of Panchayati Raj Institutions across India.
Q9. Which state launched the Jal Ganga Samvardhan Abhiyan for river conservation?
A) Madhya Pradesh
B) Uttar Pradesh
C) Uttarakhand
D) Punjab
Answer: A
Explanation: The campaign focuses on rejuvenation and sustainable management of rivers and water resources.
10. Which ministry launched the Navachar Mantra for grassroots innovators?
A) Ministry of MSME
B) Ministry of Education (or related)
C) Ministry of Science & Technology
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: B
Explanation: Focuses on empowering local innovators and entrepreneurs.
Q11. Which team won the IPL 2026 title?
A) Chennai Super Kings
B) Gujarat Titans
C) Royal Challengers Bengaluru
D) Mumbai Indians
Answer: C
Explanation: RCB won the IPL 2026 title in a closely contested final, marking a major achievement for the franchise.
Q12. Navachar Mantra initiative launched by Union Minister Jayant Chaudhary aims to empower:
A) Women entrepreneurs
B) Grassroots innovators
C) Farmers
D) Teachers
Answer: B
Explanation: It supports innovation and entrepreneurship in Tier-2, Tier-3 cities and rural areas.
Q13. A major vehicle recall by Stellantis in the US involved over a million units of:
A) Ram trucks
B) Jeep Wrangler and Gladiator
C) Chrysler minivans
D) Dodge cars
Answer: B
Explanation: The recall was due to fire safety concerns in the models.
Q14. Which state/UT frequently features among the lowest Total Fertility Rate (TFR) in recent NFHS reports?
A) Kerala
B) Andhra Pradesh
C) Sikkim
D) Tamil Nadu
Answer: C
Explanation: Smaller states/UTs like Sikkim show advanced demographic transition with low TFR.
Q15. The BHAVYA portal is related to:
A) Education reforms
B) Investment-ready industrial parks
C) Digital healthcare
D) Agricultural subsidies
Answer: B
Explanation: It helps states develop and showcase investment-ready industrial infrastructure.
Q16. World Environment Day 2026 (June 5) theme and initiatives in India focused on:
A) Only plastic ban
B) Mangroves, cleaner mobility, and wetlands
C) Desertification only
D) Arctic protection
Answer: B
Explanation: India highlighted wetland conservation (100th Ramsar Site) and green transport schemes.
Q17. Kirthai-II Hydroelectric Project is located in:
A) Jammu and Kashmir
B) Himachal Pradesh
C) Uttarakhand
D) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: A
Explanation: It is a key power generation project in the region.
Q18. According to recent reports, global nuclear weapons spending reached a record high of about:
A) $80 billion
B) $119 billion
C) $50 billion
D) $200 billion
Answer: B
Explanation: Nine nuclear-armed states significantly increased spending in 2025 (SIPRI data).
Q19. The first Indian branch campus of the University of Liverpool is planned in:
A) Bengaluru
B) Mumbai
C) Delhi
D) Hyderabad
Answer: A
Explanation: This enhances international education collaboration in India.
Q20. QR code tagging of FCI foodgrain bags was recently expanded to:
A) Only Uttar Pradesh
B) Andhra Pradesh, Telangana & Odisha
C) All North-Eastern states
D) Western states only
Answer: B
Explanation: The move improves transparency and tracking in the Public Distribution System.
Q21. Which country was at the center of Strait of Hormuz tensions in June 2026?
A) Russia
B) Iran
C) China
D) North Korea
Answer: B
Explanation: Ongoing geopolitical crisis affecting global oil shipping routes.
Q22. PMSMA (Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan) recently completed:
A) 5 years
B) A decade
C) 15 years
D) 7 years
Answer: B
Explanation: The scheme completed 10 years of providing free antenatal care to pregnant women.
Q23. Which initiative provides duty-free access benefits in trade agreements like with Oman?
A) SAARC only
B) Bilateral CEPA/FTA
C) WTO multilateral
D) BRICS only
Answer: B
Explanation: Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements strengthen economic ties.
Q24. Women’s T20 World Cup 2026 is scheduled to be hosted in:
A) India
B) England and Wales
C) Australia
D) South Africa
Answer: B
Explanation: Major cricket event organized by England and Wales.
Q25. A powerful earthquake recently struck which region?
A) Japan
B) Philippines (Mindanao)
C) Turkey
D) Indonesia (main island)
Answer: B
Explanation: The 7.8 magnitude quake caused casualties and tsunami advisories.