Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
On 12 Oct 2026
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1. Which organisation launched India’s first Artificial Intelligence-enabled block-level monsoon forecasting system?
A) ISRO
B) India Meteorological Department (IMD)
C) NDMA
D) Central Water Commission
Answer: B) India Meteorological Department (IMD)
Explanation: IMD launched two AI-enabled models for hyperlocal monsoon onset and rainfall predictions (covering ~3,196 blocks across multiple states), enabling probabilistic forecasts up to 4 weeks in advance to support farmers.
2. The Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs approved MSP for how many Kharif crops for the 2026-27 marketing season?
A) 10
B) 12
C) 14
D) 17
Answer: C) 14
Explanation: The CCEA (chaired by PM Narendra Modi) hiked MSP for 14 Kharif crops. Paddy (common) MSP is ₹2,441/quintal (up ₹72); highest absolute hikes for sunflower seed (₹622) and cotton. This aims for at least 50% margin over costs and promotes pulses/oilseeds.
3. Which organisation released the report titled “India’s Nuclear Energy Vision: Strategic Pathways for SMR Deployment”?
A) NITI Aayog
B) Bhabha Atomic Research Centre
C) The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
D) Central Electricity Authority
Answer: C) The Energy and Resources Institute (TERI)
Explanation: TERI released the report (May 2026) focusing on Small Modular Reactors (SMRs) for energy security, low-carbon transition, and 100 GW nuclear target by 2047.
4. What is the MSP for common paddy (Kharif 2026-27)?
A) ₹2,300/quintal
B) ₹2,441/quintal
C) ₹2,500/quintal
D) ₹2,600/quintal
Answer: B) ₹2,441/quintal
Explanation: It represents a ~3% increase. Grade A is ₹2,461/quintal. Expected procurement supports farmer incomes significantly.
5. PM MITRA Parks are related to which sector?
A) Electronics
B) Textiles
C) Pharmaceuticals
D) Renewable Energy
Answer: B) Textiles
Explanation: These are mega textile hubs aimed at integrated value chains and boosting the sector.
6. Agalega Islands (in news for strategic importance) belong to which country?
A) Sri Lanka
B) Mauritius
C) Seychelles
D) Maldives
Answer: B) Mauritius
Explanation: They are strategically located in the Indian Ocean.
7. Binsar Wildlife Sanctuary is located in which state?
A) Gujarat
B) Maharashtra
C) Uttarakhand
D) Himachal Pradesh
Answer: C) Uttarakhand
Explanation: It is a key protected area in the state.
8. A new plant species Melanoseris pendryi was discovered in which state?
A) Arunachal Pradesh
B) Assam
C) Tripura
D) Sikkim
Answer: D) Sikkim (or relevant state as per news; confirm via standard sources).
Explanation: Recent botanical discovery.
9. President Donald Trump is on a state visit to which country (May 13-15, 2026)?
A) Japan
B) China
C) India
D) Russia
Answer: B) China
Explanation: Meeting President Xi Jinping in Beijing to discuss trade, cooperation, and global issues.
10. Which mission/spacecraft is associated with NASA in recent news?
A) Artemis
B) Psyche
C) Perseverance
D) Hubble
Answer: B) Psyche
Explanation: NASA’s Psyche spacecraft mission (asteroid exploration).
11. India-Oman ties often highlight strategic importance of ports in which country?
A) Oman
B) UAE
C) Qatar
D) Bahrain
Answer: A) Oman
Explanation: Oman’s ports enhance connectivity and trade.
12. MERCOSUR is a trade bloc primarily from which region?
A) Europe
B) Southeast Asia
C) South America
D) Africa
Answer: C) South America
Explanation: Recent developments in its trade agreement with the EU.
13. Conservation efforts for which species (vultures) are in news?
A) Bengal Tiger
B) Indian Vultures
C) Asiatic Lion
D) Snow Leopard
Answer: B) Indian Vultures
Explanation: Threats and conservation initiatives.
14. In April 2026, India’s CPI-based retail inflation stood at:
A) ~3.48%
B) ~5.5%
C) ~2.8%
D) ~6.2%
Answer: A) ~3.48%
Explanation: Slight increase from previous month.
15. The Prototype Fast Breeder Reactor at Kalpakkam achieved first criticality in:
A) March 2026
B) April 2026
C) May 2026
D) February 2026
Answer: B) April 2026
Explanation: Key milestone in India’s Stage-2 nuclear programme.
16. Which festival falls around mid-May 2026 in the Hindu calendar?
A) Buddha Purnima (earlier)
B) Guru Pradosh Vrat
C) Diwali
D) Holi
Answer: B) Guru Pradosh Vrat (May 14 context).
Explanation: Significant vrat day.
17. India aims for how much nuclear power capacity by 2047?
A) 50 GW
B) 100 GW
C) 22 GW
D) 200 GW
Answer: B) 100 GW
Explanation: Supported by Nuclear Energy Mission and SMR push.
18. Highest MSP margin over cost is estimated for:
A) Paddy
B) Moong
C) Cotton
D) Groundnut
Answer: B) Moong (~61%).
Explanation: Encouraging pulse cultivation.
19. Trump administration actions mentioned in global news include plans regarding sanctions on:
A) China
B) Syria
C) Russia
D) North Korea
Answer: B) Syria (lifting plans).
Explanation: Part of Middle East diplomatic moves.
20. The AI monsoon model provides forecasts every:
A) Monday
B) Wednesday
C) Friday
D) Daily
Answer: B) Wednesday
Explanation: Probabilistic updates.
21. Which country’s Senate saw gunfire/incident in recent news?
A) India
B) Philippines
C) USA
D) Pakistan
Answer: B) Philippines
Explanation: Related to arrest/political tensions.
22. Sunflower Seed saw the highest absolute MSP increase of:
A) ₹500/quintal
B) ₹622/quintal
C) ₹557/quintal
D) ₹400/quintal
Answer: B) ₹622/quintal
Explanation: To boost oilseed production.
23. TERI report emphasises private sector role in:
A) Coal
B) SMRs/Nuclear
C) Solar only
D) Hydro
Answer: B) SMRs/Nuclear
Explanation: For faster deployment.
24. Kharif marketing season typically begins in:
A) June
B) October
C) April
D) January
Answer: B) October
Explanation: Post-harvest for Kharif crops.
25. India’s Nuclear Energy Mission (Budget-related) has an outlay focused on:
A) ₹10,000 crore
B) ₹20,000 crore (for SMR R&D)
C) ₹50,000 crore
D) ₹5,000 crore
Answer: B) ₹20,000 crore
Explanation: For research, development, and deployment of SMRs.