Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which international organization publishes the annual World Population Prospects report?
A) WHO
B) UNFPA
C) United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
D) UNESCO
Answer: C) United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA)
Explanation: UN DESA publishes the World Population Prospects, providing global population estimates and projections.
2. World Population Day is observed every year on:
A) 10 July
B) 11 July
C) 12 July
D) 13 July
Answer: B) 11 July
Explanation: World Population Day is observed annually on 11 July to raise awareness about population-related issues.
3. Which UN agency leads the global observance of World Population Day?
A) UNICEF
B) WHO
C) UNFPA
D) UNESCO
Answer: C) UNFPA
Explanation: The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) coordinates World Population Day activities worldwide.
4. India's medium-term inflation target is set by:
A) Ministry of Finance
B) NITI Aayog
C) SEBI
D) RBI and Government of India
Answer: D) RBI and Government of India
Explanation: India follows a flexible inflation-targeting framework with a 4% CPI target (±2%) jointly notified by the Government and RBI.
5. Which organization compiles India's Consumer Price Index (CPI)?
A) RBI
B) NSO
C) SEBI
D) NABARD
Answer: B) NSO
Explanation: The National Statistical Office (NSO) releases India's CPI data every month.
6. Which institution is responsible for India's monetary policy?
A) Ministry of Commerce
B) Reserve Bank of India
C) Finance Commission
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: B) Reserve Bank of India
Explanation: The RBI formulates and implements India's monetary policy through the Monetary Policy Committee.
7. Which Indian financial centre is being developed as an international financial services hub?
A) GIFT City
B) Bandra Kurla Complex
C) HITEC City
D) Cyber City Gurugram
Answer: A) GIFT City
Explanation: GIFT City in Gujarat is India's first International Financial Services Centre (IFSC).
8. The London Metal Exchange (LME) primarily deals with:
A) Agricultural products
B) Precious gems
C) Industrial metals
D) Crude oil only
Answer: C) Industrial metals
Explanation: LME is the world's leading exchange for trading industrial metals such as copper, aluminium, and zinc.
9. The IndiaAI Mission is implemented by which ministry?
A) Ministry of Education
B) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
C) Ministry of Science and Technology
D) Ministry of Commerce
Answer: B) Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology
Explanation: The IndiaAI Mission is a flagship initiative of MeitY to strengthen India's AI ecosystem.
10. Which city hosted the UN Global Dialogue on AI Governance attended by India?
A) Paris
B) Brussels
C) Vienna
D) Geneva
Answer: D) Geneva
Explanation: The dialogue was held in Geneva to discuss global AI governance and international cooperation.
11. GAGAN is India's:
A) Weather satellite
B) Navigation satellite constellation
C) Satellite-Based Augmentation System
D) Defence communication network
Answer: C) Satellite-Based Augmentation System
Explanation: GAGAN improves navigation accuracy for civil aviation.
12. GAGAN was jointly developed by:
A) ISRO and DRDO
B) ISRO and Airports Authority of India
C) HAL and ISRO
D) DGCA and ISRO
Answer: B) ISRO and Airports Authority of India
Explanation: GAGAN was jointly developed by ISRO and AAI.
13. Which Indian state has emerged as a leader in renewable energy capacity?
A) Punjab
B) Rajasthan
C) Odisha
D) Bihar
Answer: B) Rajasthan
Explanation: Rajasthan leads India in installed solar energy capacity due to its favorable climate and land availability.
14. The primary objective of Mission Mausam is to improve:
A) Weather forecasting and climate services
B) Agriculture exports
C) Fisheries production
D) Space exploration
Answer: A) Weather forecasting and climate services
Explanation: Mission Mausam aims to modernize India's weather forecasting infrastructure.
15. Mission Mausam is associated with which ministry?
A) Ministry of Earth Sciences
B) Ministry of Environment
C) Ministry of Home Affairs
D) Ministry of Agriculture
Answer: A) Ministry of Earth Sciences
Explanation: The Ministry of Earth Sciences is implementing Mission Mausam.
16. Which organization issues weather warnings in India?
A) NDMA
B) ISRO
C) IMD
D) NDRF
Answer: C) IMD
Explanation: The India Meteorological Department (IMD) provides weather forecasts and alerts.
17. Which country is scheduled to host the FIFA World Cup 2026 jointly?
A) USA, Canada and Mexico
B) Spain, Portugal and Morocco
C) Brazil, Argentina and Chile
D) Germany, France and Italy
Answer: A) USA, Canada and Mexico
Explanation: The 2026 FIFA World Cup will be jointly hosted by the USA, Canada and Mexico.
18. Which report analyzes global Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) trends?
A) Human Development Report
B) World Investment Report
C) Global Risks Report
D) World Competitiveness Report
Answer: B) World Investment Report
Explanation: UNCTAD publishes the World Investment Report annually.
19. UNCTAD stands for:
A) United Nations Committee on Trade and Development
B) United Nations Council for Trade and Development
C) Universal Network for Trade and Development
D) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Answer: D) United Nations Conference on Trade and Development
Explanation: UNCTAD promotes inclusive and sustainable international trade and investment.
20. India's Consumer Price Index mainly measures:
A) Industrial production
B) Inflation based on retail prices
C) Export growth
D) Wholesale prices
Answer: B) Inflation based on retail prices
Explanation: CPI tracks changes in retail prices paid by consumers.
21. Which Indian institution targets inflation while supporting economic growth?
A) RBI
B) SEBI
C) NABARD
D) SIDBI
Answer: A) RBI
Explanation: RBI balances price stability and economic growth through monetary policy.
22. Which Indian city experienced severe flooding due to heavy monsoon rainfall during July 2026?
A) Jaipur
B) Surat
C) Bhopal
D) Lucknow
Answer: B) Surat
Explanation: Heavy rainfall caused widespread flooding and transport disruption in Surat.
23. Which organization is responsible for publishing India's official inflation statistics?
A) SEBI
B) RBI
C) NSO
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: C) NSO
Explanation: The National Statistical Office compiles and publishes CPI inflation data.
24. Which international organization focuses on global population and reproductive health?
A) UNESCO
B) UNFPA
C) FAO
D) UNEP
Answer: B) UNFPA
Explanation: UNFPA works on reproductive health, gender equality, and population issues.
25. One of the major current affairs themes during 13 July 2026 was:
A) Population and demographic awareness
B) Olympic Games opening ceremony
C) Nobel Prize announcements
D) ICC Champions Trophy Final
Answer: A) Population and demographic awareness
Explanation: Around 13 July 2026, discussions around World Population Day (11 July) and demographic issues remained prominent in current affairs.