Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. On what date did the India-Oman Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) come into force?
A) 1 May 2026
B) 1 June 2026
C) 18 December 2025
D) 15 June 2026
Answer: B) 1 June 2026
Explanation: The agreement, signed on 18 December 2025, officially entered into force on 1 June 2026, boosting trade with immediate duty-free access on key items like textiles.
2. How many textile and apparel tariff lines has Oman provided immediate duty-free access to India under the CEPA?
A) 598
B) 850
C) 945
D) 951
Answer: C) 945
Explanation: Oman eliminated the 5% MFN duty on these lines to enhance Indian exports.
3. Which country became the 9th where Indian travellers can make UPI payments?
A) Thailand
B) Cambodia
C) Singapore
D) UAE
Answer: B) Cambodia
Explanation: Cambodia joined the list, enabling seamless UPI QR payments for Indian tourists.
4. Who serves as the Technical Knowledge Partner for the ‘Navachar Mantra’ initiative?
A) NIESBUD
B) FITT, IIT Delhi
C) NITI Aayog
D) Atal Innovation Mission
Answer: B) FITT, IIT Delhi
Explanation: NIESBUD implements it, while FITT provides technical knowledge support.
5. In which city was the Land Port Management System (LPMS) ‘VINIMAY’ launched by Union Minister Amit Shah?
A) Mumbai
B) New Delhi
C) Varanasi
D) Bengaluru
Answer: B) New Delhi
Explanation: It digitizes cargo and passenger movement at land ports, reducing paperwork significantly.
6. Which foreign universities received Letters of Approval for campuses in India in June 2026?
A) Harvard, Oxford, Stanford
B) University of Bristol, University of York, UNSW
C) MIT, Cambridge, Yale
D) Sorbonne, Tsinghua, Tokyo University
Answer: B) University of Bristol, University of York, UNSW
Explanation: This supports NEP 2020’s internationalisation goals (Mumbai and Bengaluru campuses).
7. What is the total outlay of the VB-G RAM G rural development initiative unveiled in June 2026?
A) Rs. 50,000 crore
B) Rs. 1.25 lakh crore
C) Rs. 2 lakh crore
D) Rs. 75,000 crore
Answer: B) Rs. 1.25 lakh crore
Explanation: It transitions from MGNREGA and focuses on employment and assets from July 1, 2026.
8. Where was a 250 MW Solar-BESS project approved on defence land in June 2026?
A) Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
B) Jodhpur, Rajasthan
C) Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh
D) Hyderabad, Telangana
Answer: A) Sitapur, Uttar Pradesh
Explanation: Implemented by NTPC for defence energy security.
9. Which city became the first under India’s Easy Connect Model for international travel?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Varanasi
C) Lucknow
D) Jaipur
Answer: B) Varanasi
Explanation: It allows pre-clearance for seamless connections via hubs like Delhi.
10. Viyona Fintech received NPCI certification as a Biller Operating Unit under which system?
A) UPI
B) BBPS
C) IMPS
D) AEPS
Answer: B) BBPS
Explanation: This enables bill collections across sectors.
11. Meta partnered with Reliance to develop a data centre of what capacity in Jamnagar, Gujarat?
A) 100 MW
B) 168 MW
C) 250 MW
D) 500 MW
Answer: B) 168 MW
Explanation: AI-enabled, 100% renewable energy-powered, operational by 2028.
12. How many gallantry awards (including Kirti Chakras, Vir Chakras, and Shaurya Chakras) were conferred by President Droupadi Murmu in June 2026?
A) 25
B) 51
C) 75
D) 100
Answer: B) 51
Explanation: Awarded to defence, CAPF, and police personnel.
13. The FIFA World Cup 2026 opened on June 11, 2026, with the match between which teams at Mexico City Stadium?
A) USA vs Paraguay
B) Mexico vs South Africa
C) Canada vs Bosnia
D) Brazil vs Argentina
Answer: B) Mexico vs South Africa
Explanation: Hosts Mexico kick off the expanded 48-team tournament.
14. Which country suspended indirect talks with the US on June 1, 2026, amid regional tensions?
A) Saudi Arabia
B) Iran
C) Israel
D) Iraq
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Related to the broader Strait of Hormuz crisis and Middle East hostilities.
15. The Union Cabinet approved Phase 2A of which metro rail project in June 2026?
A) Delhi Metro
B) Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project
C) Mumbai Metro
D) Bengaluru Metro
Answer: B) Ahmedabad Metro Rail Project
Explanation: Approval was given for a 6.032 km extension under Phase 2A.
16. Meta partnered with which Indian company for a data centre in Jamnagar, Gujarat?
A) Tata Group
B) Reliance Industries
C) Adani Group
D) Infosys
Answer: B) Reliance Industries
Explanation: The partnership aims to develop a 168 MW AI-enabled data centre powered by renewable energy.
17. Global oil prices increased in early June 2026 mainly due to:
A) European elections
B) Middle East hostilities
C) African drought
D) US rate hikes
Answer: B) Middle East hostilities
Explanation: Linked to the Iran-related tensions.
18. According to the OECD, continued Iran conflict into 2027 could lead to:
A) Global boom
B) Worldwide recession risks
C) Lower inflation
D) Oil price collapse
Answer: B) Worldwide recession risks
Explanation: Heightened economic uncertainty.
19. NFHS-6 (2023-24) factsheets were released by which ministry?
A) Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation
B) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
C) NITI Aayog
D) Ministry of Women and Child Development
Answer: B) Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Explanation: The Ministry released the National Family Health Survey-6 factsheets on May 29, 2026, covering key health, nutrition, and demographic indicators from the 2023-24 survey.
20. Which city hosted the SAPLING Dialogue 2026?
A) Chennai
B) Bengaluru
C) New Delhi
D) Hyderabad
Answer: B) Bengaluru
Explanation: Bengaluru hosted the SAPLING Dialogue, focusing on sustainable agriculture and policy discussions in June 2026.
21. Who became the longest-serving elected Prime Minister of India on 10 June 2026?
A) Jawaharlal Nehru
B) Narendra Modi
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
Answer: B) Narendra Modi
Explanation: On June 10, 2026, Narendra Modi surpassed previous records to become the longest-serving elected Prime Minister.
22. India’s GDP growth rate in FY 2025-26, as stated by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, was:
A) 6.9%
B) 7.1%
C) 7.7%
D) 8.2%
Answer: C) 7.7%
Explanation: India recorded a robust 7.7% GDP growth in FY 2025-26 despite global challenges.
23. The RBI MPC in June 2026 retained the repo rate at:
A) 5.00%
B) 5.25%
C) 5.50%
D) 6.00%
Answer: B) 5.25%
Explanation: The Monetary Policy Committee maintained the repo rate at 5.25% with a neutral stance amid economic uncertainties.
24. Lionel Messi won which prestigious award in June 2026?
A) Ballon d’Or
B) Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
C) FIFA Best Player
D) Laureus World Sportsman of the Year
Answer: B) Princess of Asturias Award for Sports
Explanation: Messi became the first footballer to win the Princess of Asturias Award for his achievements and social contributions.
25. How many teams are participating in the FIFA World Cup 2026?
A) 32
B) 48
C) 40
D) 64
Answer: B) 48 teams
Explanation: This is the expanded format of the tournament co-hosted by Canada, Mexico, and the USA.