Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. What did the RBI MPC decide regarding the repo rate in its June 2026 meeting?
A) Reduced to 5.00%
B) Increased to 5.50%
C) Kept unchanged at 5.25%
D) Reduced to 4.75%
Answer: C
Explanation: The RBI MPC, chaired by Governor Sanjay Malhotra, unanimously kept the repo rate unchanged at 5.25% with a neutral stance, citing inflation risks from global geopolitical tensions and oil prices.
2. What is the RBI’s revised GDP growth forecast for FY27 (2026-27) as per the June 2026 MPC?
A) 7.2%
B) 6.6%
C) 6.9%
D) 7.0%
Answer: B
Explanation: The RBI cut the FY27 GDP growth projection to 6.6% (from earlier higher estimates) due to downside risks from elevated crude oil prices and global uncertainties.
3. According to the RBI’s June 2026 MPC, what is the revised CPI inflation projection for FY27?
A) 4.1%
B) 5.1%
C) 4.6%
D) 3.8%
Answer: B
Explanation: Inflation forecast was raised to 5.1% amid risks from crude oil (assumed at $95/barrel) and potential supply disruptions.
4. What did the World Bank project for India’s GDP growth in FY 2026-27 (as of June 2026)?
A) 6.0%
B) 6.6%
C) 7.2%
D) 5.8%
Answer: B
Explanation: India is projected to remain the fastest-growing major economy at 6.6% for FY27, supported by domestic demand despite global headwinds.
5. The World Bank lowered its global growth forecast for 2026 to:
A) 3.2%
B) 2.5%
C) 1.8%
D) 2.9%
Answer: B
Explanation: Global growth was cut to 2.5% (slowest since COVID) due to Middle East conflict, energy prices, and uncertainty; a worst-case scenario is 1.3%.
6. Which scheme completed six years in early June 2026, empowering street vendors?
A) PM-KISAN
B) PM SVANidhi
C) Ayushman Bharat
D) Mudra Yojana
Answer: B
Explanation: PM SVANidhi has provided collateral-free loans and support to over 75 lakh street vendors.
7. India announced USD 2.5 million assistance for which cause in June 2026?
A) Ukraine relief
B) Palestine
C) Syria reconstruction
D) Lebanon aid
Answer: B
Explanation: Assistance to Palestine amid regional tensions.
8. What major infrastructure approval did CCEA make in June 2026?
A) 4 National Highway projects worth over Rs 24,249 crore
B) New bullet train corridors
C) 10 airport expansions
D) Solar parks in 5 states
Answer: A
Explanation: Projects across Odisha, Telangana, Bihar, and Madhya Pradesh.
9. India joined which Anthropic-led global cybersecurity project in June 2026?
A) Project Glasswing
B) Project Shield
C) Cyber Fortress
D) AI Sentinel
Answer: A
Explanation: Gains access to Claude Mythos AI for vulnerability detection.
10. Which bank was among those penalized by RBI in early June 2026 for regulatory lapses?
A) City Union Bank
B) HDFC Bank
C) SBI
D) ICICI Bank
Answer: A
Explanation: Penalties were imposed on several banks including City Union Bank for non-compliance.
11. The ongoing 2026 conflict primarily involves US/Israel strikes on which country?
A) Syria
B) Iran
C) Yemen
D) Lebanon
Answer: B
Explanation: Escalation with US strikes, Strait of Hormuz tensions, and regional impacts.
12. What framework was discussed under NEP 2020 in early June current affairs?
A) Evaluation Mandates
B) Curriculum reforms
C) Teacher training
D) Digital education
Answer: A
Explanation: Challenges in education ecosystem.
13. In June 2026, India summoned a US diplomat over an incident involving Indian sailors. What was the context?
A) A tanker attack off Oman
B) Trade dispute
C) Visa issues
D) Border fencing
Answer: A
Explanation: US strike on a tanker killed three Indian sailors.
14. PM Narendra Modi achieved the milestone of becoming India’s longest-serving Prime Minister in 2026, surpassing:
A) Atal Bihari Vajpayee
B) Jawaharlal Nehru
C) Indira Gandhi
D) Manmohan Singh
Answer: B
Explanation: Over 4,399 days in office.
15. Which country’s parliamentary election saw the incumbent PM’s party win in early June 2026?
A) Armenia (Nikol Pashinyan)
B) France
C) UK
D) Germany
Answer: A
Explanation: Civil Contract party victory.
16. What tripartite MoU was signed for oil and gas exploration in June 2026?
A) India-related
B) Involving multiple entities (details in news)
C) Russia-China-India
D) US-Saudi
Answer: A
Explanation: Focused on exploration activities.
17. SC emphasized enforcement of which Act to curb sex selection in June 2026?
A) PCPNDT Act
B) RTE Act
C) POSH Act
D) Dowry Prohibition Act
Answer: A
Explanation: Pre-Conception and Pre-Natal Diagnostic Techniques Act.
18. India–UK launched a Global Supply Chain Observatory for:
A) Critical Minerals
B) Semiconductors
C) Pharmaceuticals
D) Textiles
Answer: A
Explanation: Joint launch by ministers.
19. What digital portal was announced by Dr. Jitendra Singh for scientific research?
A) Supported by ANRF
B) National AI Mission
C) Space portal
D) Health data grid
Answer: A
Explanation: To strengthen innovation.
20. The FIFA World Cup 2026 final is scheduled for which date and venue?
A) July 19, MetLife Stadium
B) June 30, SoFi Stadium
C) July 15, Lusail
D) August 1, Toronto
Answer: A
Explanation: At MetLife Stadium, East Rutherford, New Jersey.
21. Which day is observed on June 13 related to national days (one example)?
A) National Sewing Machine Day
B) World Environment Day
C) Independence Day
D) Republic Day
Answer: A
Explanation: Among various observances.
22. Delhi HC recognized which right under Article 21 in June 2026?
A) Right to be Forgotten
B) Right to Education
C) Right to Privacy (already recognized)
D) Right to Speedy Trial
Answer: A
Explanation: Directed global de-indexing of acquittal records.
23. What is the projected size of India’s middle class by 2047 (as % of population)?
A) 31%
B) 61%
C) 45%
D) 75%
Answer: B
Explanation: From 31% in 2021, driving consumption and innovation.
24. Centre notified standard pack sizes for:
A) Edible oils
B) Medicines
C) Electronics
D) Fertilizers
Answer: A
Explanation: To standardize packaging.
25. A new blood signature predicts future risk of:
A) Lung Cancer
B) Diabetes
C) Heart Disease
D) Alzheimer’s
Answer: A
Explanation: Recent medical advancement highlighted.