Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
On 12 Oct 2026
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1. Who was sworn in as Chief Minister of Kerala on May 18, 2026, leading the Congress-led UDF government?
A) Ramesh Chennithala
B) V.D. Satheesan
C) K. Sudhakaran
D) K.C. Venugopal
Answer: B) V.D. Satheesan.
Explanation: V.D. Satheesan became CM after UDF’s decisive victory in the 2026 Kerala Assembly elections, ending LDF’s decade-long rule. A 21-member cabinet (including 20 ministers) was formed.
2. PM Narendra Modi was conferred which Swedish honour on May 17, 2026?
A) Nobel Peace Prize
B) Royal Order of the Polar Star (Commander Grand Cross)
C) Order of Merit
D) King Carl XVI Gustaf Award
Answer: B) Royal Order of the Polar Star (Commander Grand Cross).
Explanation: This is Sweden’s highest honour for a head of government, awarded during Modi’s visit to Gothenburg.
3. PM Modi urged Swedish companies to invest in which sectors during his visit?
A) Defence and IT only
B) Manufacturing, green hydrogen, and clean energy
C) Textiles and agriculture
D) Tourism and education
Answer: B) Manufacturing, green hydrogen, and clean energy.
Explanation: Part of efforts to boost bilateral trade and technology ties.
4. Which defence conference’s 3rd edition was inaugurated in New Delhi on May 14, 2026?
A) DefExpo
B) Aero India
C) Kalam & Kavach Strategic Defence Conference
D) MILAN
Answer: C) Kalam & Kavach Strategic Defence Conference.
Explanation: Inaugurated by MoS Defence Sanjay Seth, it focused on defence transformation and indigenous capabilities.
5. Which team became the first to qualify for IPL 2026 Playoffs?
A) Kolkata Knight Riders
B) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB)
C) Chennai Super Kings
D) Gujarat Titans
Answer: B) Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB).
Explanation: RCB topped the table with strong wins and net run rate, securing playoffs spot in mid-May 2026.
6. Bharat Maritime Insurance Pool (BMIP) was launched to achieve what?
A) Increase shipbuilding
B) Reduce dependence on foreign maritime insurers
C) Promote coastal tourism
D) Develop new ports
Answer: B) Reduce dependence on foreign maritime insurers.
Explanation: It provides continuous coverage for Indian maritime interests.
7. India issued RFP for how many Rafale jets in May 2026?
A) 36
B) 114
C) 83
D) 97
Answer: B) 114.
Explanation: The move (valued at ~₹3.25 lakh crore) aims at defence diversification.
8. (Sports) MTV Splitsvilla X6 winners were:
A) Prince and Anicka
B) Kushal Tanwar and Kaira Anu
C) Abhishek and Aanchal
D) Arjun and Tara
Answer: B) Kushal Tanwar and Kaira Anu.
Explanation: They emerged winners in the reality show.
9. An Ebola outbreak was reported in parts of:
A) West Africa
B) Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda
C) South Sudan
D) Kenya
Answer: B) Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda.
Explanation: WHO monitoring raised international concerns.
10. What major geopolitical issue impacted India’s energy security in May 2026?
A) Ukraine ceasefire
B) 2026 Iran conflict & Strait of Hormuz issues
C) South China Sea tensions
D) Red Sea disruptions
Answer: B) 2026 Iran conflict & Strait of Hormuz issues.
Explanation: It affected oil & LPG imports from the Gulf region.
11. Cell Broadcast System (CBS) for disaster warnings was launched by whom?
A) Defence Minister
B) Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia
C) Home Minister
D) PM Modi
Answer: B) Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia.
Explanation: It enables mass alerts during emergencies.
12. (Sports) India won medals at the 11th Sanda World Cup 2026 held in which country?
A) China
B) Macau
C) Thailand
D) Indonesia
Answer: B) Macau.
Explanation: India secured 5 medals (2 gold, 1 silver, 2 bronze).
13. India was nominated as Chair of which board related to IT security?
A) QUAD Tech Group
B) Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB)
C) SCO Cyber Council
D) BRICS Digital Board
Answer: B) Common Criteria Development Board (CCDB).
Explanation: It deals with international IT security standards.
14. GalaxEye Space Solutions launched ‘Mission Drishti’, the world’s first what?
A) Hyperspectral satellite
B) OptoSAR Earth observation satellite
C) Quantum communication satellite
D) Reusable launch vehicle
Answer: B) OptoSAR Earth observation satellite.
Explanation: It combines optical and synthetic aperture radar capabilities.
15. Foundation stone for Advanced Medium Combat Aircraft (AMCA) facility was laid in which state?
A) Karnataka
B) Maharashtra
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Telangana
Answer: C) Andhra Pradesh.
Explanation: It supports indigenous fighter jet development.
16. IPL 2026 is scheduled to conclude in which month?
A) April
B) May
C) June
D) July
Answer: B) May.
Explanation: The league runs from late March to end of May 2026.
17. UNEP report “Sand and Sustainability” primarily focuses on:
A) Desertification
B) Sustainable sand mining practices
C) Beach erosion
D) River pollution
Answer: B) Sustainable sand mining practices.
Explanation: It addresses surging global demand and environmental impacts.
18. PM Modi visited which two states on May 10, 2026, to inaugurate projects?
A) UP and Bihar
B) Karnataka and Telangana
C) Gujarat and Maharashtra
D) Odisha and West Bengal
Answer: B) Karnataka and Telangana.
Explanation: Projects worth approx. ₹9,400 crore were inaugurated.
19. Which bilateral army exercise was conducted between India and Cambodia?
A) CINBAX-II
B) Mitra Shakti
C) Yudh Abhyas
D) Garuda
Answer: A) CINBAX-II.
Explanation: It enhanced military cooperation.
20. Sukhdev Thapar’s birth anniversary was observed on:
A) May 15
B) May 10
C) May 20
D) May 5
Answer: A) May 15.
Explanation: He was a freedom fighter associated with Bhagat Singh.
21. RCB defeated which team by 23 runs in a key IPL 2026 match?
A) Chennai Super Kings
B) Punjab Kings
C) Delhi Capitals
D) Sunrisers Hyderabad
Answer: B) Punjab Kings.
Explanation: This helped RCB strengthen their playoff position.
22. What warning did US President Donald Trump issue on Iran?
A) Military action imminent
B) “The clock is ticking, better get moving” on nuclear deal
C) Sanctions on oil
D) Support for regime change
Answer: B) “The clock is ticking, better get moving” on nuclear deal.
Explanation: Issued amid ongoing tensions.
23. India’s first AI-enabled block-level monsoon forecasting system was launched by:
A) ISRO
B) IMD
C) NITI Aayog
D) Ministry of Earth Sciences
Answer: B) IMD.
Explanation: It improves localised weather predictions.
24. Peacock Tarantula conservation survey relates to which country?
A) India
B) Sri Lanka
C) Indonesia
D) Australia
Answer: B) Sri Lanka.
Explanation: The species is endemic there.
25. Which state launched India’s first state-led Centre of Excellence for Space Technology?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Telangana
D) Andhra Pradesh
Answer: B) Karnataka.
Explanation: It boosts the state’s space tech ecosystem.