Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
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1. Operation Him Setu was launched by the Indian Army in:
A) North Sikkim (landslide evacuation)
B) Ladakh
C) Arunachal
D) Manipur
Answer: A
Explanation: April 2026 rescue operation.
2. Which state’s CM declared it ‘Maoist-free’ after 44 surrenders on 31 March 2026?
A) Jharkhand
B) Chhattisgarh
C) Odisha
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B
Explanation: CM Vishnu Deo Sai called 31 March (Centre’s deadline to eliminate Maoism) a historic day; large arms, cash, and gold were recovered.
3. Which UTs currently have a legislative assembly and Chief Minister?
A) Delhi, Puducherry, Jammu & Kashmir
B) Delhi, Puducherry, Ladakh
C) Only Delhi and Puducherry
D) All UTs except Andaman & Nicobar
Answer: A
Explanation: Andaman & Nicobar and Ladakh are administered directly by LGs appointed by the President.
4. What is the primary objective of the Sagarmala Programme?
A) Air transport expansion
B) Port-led development
C) Agricultural modernisation
D) Urban housing
Answer: B
Explanation: It focuses on port-led industrialisation, modernisation, and connectivity.
5. In April 2026, KABIL received environmental clearance for lithium exploration in which country?
A) Australia
B) Chile
C) Argentina
D) Bolivia
Answer: C
Explanation: Khanij Bidesh India Ltd (KABIL) is advancing critical mineral security.
6. Kali Tiger Reserve is located in:
A) Karnataka
B) Odisha
C) Gujarat
D) Rajasthan
Answer: A
Explanation: Wildlife sanctuary.
7. Which campaign did Madhya Pradesh launch in April 2026 for school enrolment?
A) Padhe Bharat Badhe Bharat
B) School Chalen Hum Campaign
C) Shiksha Sudhar Abhiyan
D) Sarva Shiksha Drive
Answer: B
Explanation: State initiative to boost enrolment.
8. India’s defence exports hit a record high of how much in recent data (April 2026 context)?
A) ₹38,424 crore
B) ₹25,000 crore
C) ₹50,000 crore
D) ₹15,000 crore
Answer: A
Explanation: All-time high reported amid global supply chain shifts.
9. Which state launched India’s first quantum test facilities in April 2026?
A) Karnataka
B) Telangana (or relevant state from quiz)
C) Maharashtra
D) Gujarat
Answer: B (based on recent quiz context)
Explanation: Push for quantum computing mission (₹6,000 crore national mission also announced).
10. On which date is International Mine Awareness Day observed?
A) April 3
B) April 4
C) April 5
D) April 6
Answer: B
Explanation: Annual observance.
11. Woolly-Necked Stork’s IUCN status (recent sighting in Tamil Nadu):
A) Vulnerable
B) Critically Endangered
C) Endangered
D) Near Threatened
Answer: A (or per exact)
Explanation: Conservation status.
12. Which scheme promotes coal and lignite gasification projects?
A) Coal Gasification Incentive Scheme
B) Atmanirbhar Urja Abhiyan
C) National Biofuel Policy
D) SAGARMALA
Answer: A
Explanation: Government push for cleaner coal tech.
13. Which shipyard built the anti-submarine warfare craft Agray?
A) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers
B) Mazagon Dock
C) Cochin Shipyard
D) Hindustan Shipyard
Answer: A
Explanation: Indigenous construction.
14. India and which country discussed Arctic partnership for energy security in early April 2026?
A) Russia
B) USA
C) Norway
D) Canada
Answer: A
Explanation: Bilateral focus amid Middle East crisis.
15. Which mission/test did ISRO conduct successfully on 10 April 2026 for Gaganyaan?
A) Second Integrated Air Drop Test (IADT-02)
B) Crew Module Recovery
C) Orbital Test
D) Re-entry Test
Answer: A
Explanation: At Sriharikota.
16. The Indian softshell turtle is native to which region?
A) South Asia
B) South Africa
C) Australia
D) Europe
Answer: A
Explanation: Freshwater species.
17. Juang tribe is primarily found in:
A) Odisha
B) Maharashtra
C) Jharkhand
D) Bihar
Answer: A
Explanation: Particularly vulnerable tribal group.
18. Yuva Sangam is launched under which initiative?
A) Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat
B) Digital India
C) Skill India
D) Startup India
Answer: A
Explanation: Youth exchange programme.
19. Which state has the highest number of women SHGs trained as drone pilots under Namo Drone Didi Yojana (as of April 2026)?
A) Maharashtra (or top state per data)
B) Karnataka
C) Kerala
D) Tamil Nadu
Answer: B (per recent data)
Explanation: Empowerment scheme progress.
20. Oil prices crossed $100/barrel in April 2026 mainly due to:
A) West Asia conflict
B) OPEC surplus
C) US recession
D) Climate policy
Answer: A
Explanation: Geopolitical tensions.
21. NASA’s Artemis II mission (crewed lunar) launched in early April 2026 context relates to:
A) First crewed lunar mission in over 50 years
B) Mars landing
C) ISS resupply
D) Satellite deployment
Answer: A
Explanation: Major milestone.
22. The Naval Science and Technological Laboratory functions under:
A) DRDO
B) HAL
C) Ministry of Shipping
D) Indian Navy
Answer: A
Explanation: Defence R&D.
23. The 9th Indian Ocean Conference (IOC) was held in:
A) 2026 (recent)
B) 2025
C) 2024
D) 2027
Answer: A
Explanation: Key multilateral event.
24. Chhattisgarh is now claimed free of Naxalism after surrenders on which date?
A) 31 March 2026
B) 1 April 2026
C) 15 April 2026
D) 10 April 2026
Answer: A
Explanation: Historic deadline achievement.
25. Which day marks the 70th anniversary of the Bandung Conference (precursor to NAM) in 2025-26 context?
A) April 2025/26 observances
B) March
C) May
D) June
Answer: A (April context)
Explanation: Historical gathering.