Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. When were the Jan Suraksha Schemes (PMJJBY, PMSBY, APY) launched?
A) 2014
B) 9 May 2015
C) 2016
D) 2020
Answer: B
Explanation: Launched on 9 May 2015 by PM Narendra Modi to provide social security (life/accident insurance and pension) to the unorganized sector. They completed 11 years in May 2026 with massive enrolments.
2. Which scheme provides Rs. 2 lakh accidental death cover for a premium of Rs. 20 per annum?
A) PMJJBY
B) PMSBY
C) APY
D) PMJDY
Answer: B
Explanation: Pradhan Mantri Suraksha Bima Yojana (PMSBY) offers accidental insurance (Rs. 2 lakh death/total disability, Rs. 1 lakh partial) for ages 18-70.
3. Which portal was launched for transparency in rural governance in Odisha?
A) Panchayati Raj Samikshya portal
B) e-Governance
C) Aadhaar
D) BHIM
Answer: A
Explanation: By Dharmendra Pradhan.
4. PM Narendra Modi visited Gujarat on 10-11 May 2026 for which festival at Somnath Temple?
A) Kumbh Mela
B) Somnath Amrut Mahotsav
C) Navratri
D) Diwali
Answer: B
Explanation: He performed rituals, released a commemorative stamp and Rs. 75 coin for 1,000 years of Somnath, and inaugurated projects.
5. Union Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched which phase of rural roads scheme in MP?
A) PMGSY-III
B) PMGSY-IV
C) Bharatmala
D) SAGARMALA
Answer: B
Explanation: Launched on silver jubilee of PMGSY (Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana) in Sehore, MP.
6. What is the full form of SEHAT Mission launched by JP Nadda and Shivraj Singh Chouhan?
A) Science Excellence for Health through Agricultural Transformation
B) Sustainable Energy and Health Awareness Task
C) Social Empowerment Health Action Team
D) None of the above
Answer: A
Explanation: Joint ICAR-ICMR initiative linking agriculture, nutrition, and public health for preventive healthcare.
7. Who announced the ‘One Case One Data’ initiative and launched AI chatbot ‘Su Sahay’?
A) PM Narendra Modi
B) CJI Surya Kant
C) President Droupadi Murmu
D) Law Minister
Answer: B
Explanation: For unified digital case management and easier access to justice across judiciary levels.
8. SEBI proposed which mechanism to speed up AIF scheme launches?
A) FAST
B) GARUDA
C) SWIFT
D) GREEN
Answer: B
Explanation: Green-Channel AIF Rollout Upon Document Acknowledgement – reduces waiting period for Non-Accredited Investor schemes.
9. Moody’s lowered India’s GDP growth forecast for CY26 to:
A) 7.2%
B) 6.5%
C) 6%
D) 5.8%
Answer: C
Explanation: Revised downward forecast for calendar year 2026.
10. RBI and European Central Bank signed an MoU to strengthen cooperation in:
A) Trade
B) Central banking
C) Defence
D) Space
Answer: B
Explanation: Updates 2015 agreement; focuses on policy dialogue and technical cooperation.
11. India is the world’s ______ largest steel producer since 2018.
A) Largest
B) Second-largest
C) Third-largest
D) Fourth-largest
Answer: B
Explanation: With strong growth in production and consumption.
12. Where was Bhimmandali Eco Heritage Site inaugurated?
A) Gujarat
B) Sambalpur, Odisha
C) Madhya Pradesh
D) Rajasthan
Answer: B
Explanation: By Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan.
13. CII signed MoU with which Singapore institute for AI governance?
A) NUS-ISS
B) NTU
C) SMU
D) ASTAR
Answer: A
Explanation: National University of Singapore Institute of Systems Science.
14. DYPIU (Pune) signed MoU with Dassault Systèmes for a centre in:
A) Mumbai
B) Akurdi, Pune
C) Bengaluru
D) Hyderabad
Answer: B
Explanation: Digital Engineering and Manufacturing Experience Centre.
15. Dhash Defence signed MoU with IIT Ropar-DRIF for indigenous:
A) Missiles
B) Defence mobility platforms
C) Drones only
D) Naval ships
Answer: B
Explanation: Focus on UGVs, RCVs, and autonomous systems.
16. RBI imposed penalty on Yes Bank for non-compliance with:
A) KYC norms
B) CRR
C) SLR
D) Priority sector lending
Answer: A
Explanation: ₹31.80 lakh penalty related to Central KYC Records Registry.
17. Sardardham Hostel was inaugurated in which Gujarat city?
A) Ahmedabad
B) Vadodara
C) Surat
D) Gandhinagar
Answer: B
Explanation: By PM Modi at Rs. 150 crore cost.
18. What initiative integrates multi-level court data with a unique digital ID per case?
A) e-Courts
B) One Case One Data
C) Digital India
D) FASTag
Answer: B
Explanation: Announced by CJI Surya Kant.
19. India aims for ______ million tonnes steel production capacity by 2047.
A) 300
B) 500
C) 400
D) 600
Answer: B
Explanation: Under National Steel Policy vision.
20. Which state’s CM took oath for a second consecutive term around May 2026?
A) Himanta Biswa Sarma (Assam)
B) Yogi Adityanath
C) Mamata Banerjee
D) Revanth Reddy
Answer: A
Explanation: Himanta Biswa Sarma in Assam.
21. WFI declared which wrestler ineligible till June 26, 2026?
A) Vinesh Phogat
B) Sakshi Malik
C) Bajrang Punia
D) Antim Panghal
Answer: A
Explanation: For indiscipline and anti-doping issues.
22. India’s women’s recurve archery team won gold at which event?
A) Archery World Cup Stage 2, Shanghai
B) Olympics
C) Asian Games
D) Commonwealth
Answer: A
Explanation: Historic win reported on 12 May 2026.
23. NEET-UG 2026 was reported as cancelled due to:
A) Paper leak allegations
B) Technical glitch
C) Court order
D) Low registration
Answer: A
Explanation: Fresh exam to be conducted.
24. What is the primary focus of the Viksit Bharat Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission?
A) Employment and rural livelihoods
B) Defence
C) Space
D) IT only
Answer: A
Explanation: Related to Act 2025 initiatives.
25. Botswana cheetahs were released in which Indian park?
A) Kuno National Park
B) Gir
C) Kaziranga
D) Sunderbans
Answer: A
Explanation: Conservation effort.