Current Affairs in Gujarati 15th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which African insurgency group was linked to attacks killing 15 in North Kivu?
A) Boko Haram
B) Allied Democratic Forces
C) Al-Shabaab
D) ISIS
Answer: B
Explanation: ADF attacks in Democratic Republic of the Congo reported early January 2026.
2. Which scheme's continuation until 2030-31 was approved by the Union Cabinet in January 2026?
A) Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana
B) Atal Pension Yojana (APY)
C) Ayushman Bharat
D) PM-KISAN
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Cabinet, chaired by PM Narendra Modi, approved the continuation of Atal Pension Yojana (APY) up to FY 2030-31, along with extended funding for promotional activities and gap funding. It is administered by PFRDA.
3. What amount of equity infusion into SIDBI was approved by the Union Cabinet on January 21, 2026?
A) Rs. 2,000 crore
B) Rs. 5,000 crore
C) Rs. 10,000 crore
D) Rs. 1,000 crore
Answer: B
Explanation: Rs. 5,000 crore equity infusion into Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) to expand credit for MSMEs, aiming to benefit nearly 1.02 crore units and generate about 1.12 crore jobs by FY28.
4. Which festival coincides with January 23, 2026?
A) Diwali
B) Basant Panchami / Vasant Panchami
C) Holi
D) Raksha Bandhan
Answer: B
Explanation: Basant Panchami (also known as Vasant Panchami) falls on January 23, 2026, dedicated to Goddess Saraswati and marking the arrival of spring.
5. What is the projected growth in the number of MSMEs receiving financial assistance from FY25 to FY28 as per recent announcements?
A) From 50 lakh to 75 lakh
B) From 76.26 lakh to 1.02 crore
C) From 1 crore to 1.5 crore
D) From 30 lakh to 50 lakh
Answer: B
Explanation: MSME financial assistance is expected to grow from 76.26 lakh in FY25 to 1.02 crore by FY28, adding 25.74 lakh units and generating 1.12 crore jobs.
6. During the fifth round of Foreign Office Consultations in January 2026, India deepened cooperation with which country in areas like defense, critical minerals, and DPI?
A) Nepal
B) Namibia
C) Nigeria
D) Norway
Answer: B
Explanation: India and Namibia agreed to strengthen bilateral ties in defense, critical minerals, health, agriculture, and Digital Public Infrastructure during talks on January 19-20, 2026.
7. Which day is observed globally on January 23?
A) World Environment Day
B) National Handwriting Day
C) International Yoga Day
D) World Water Day
Answer: B
Explanation: January 23 is celebrated as National Handwriting Day to promote the importance of handwriting in the digital age.
8. The 86th All India Presiding Officers' Conference was held in which city in January 2026?
A) Delhi
B) Lucknow
C) Mumbai
D) Kolkata
Answer: B
Explanation: The conference took place in Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh, with involvement from dignitaries like Governor Anandiben Patel.
9. Which institution is set to manage the Delhi Government's banking operations as per recent news?
A) SBI
B) RBI
C) NABARD
D) SIDBI
Answer: B
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) was assigned to handle the banking operations for the Delhi Government.
10. Muna Island, recently in the news, is located in which country?
A) Indonesia
B) Japan
C) China
D) Philippines
Answer: A
Explanation: Muna Island (in Indonesia) appeared in current affairs quizzes and news around this date.
11. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana was launched under which campaign?
A) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
B) Make in India
C) Digital India
D) Skill India
Answer: A
Explanation: It is a key scheme under the Beti Bachao Beti Padhao initiative for the girl child.
12. Abu Dhabi was named the world's safest city in which 2026 index?
A) Global Peace Index
B) Numbeo Global Safety Index
C) Mercer Quality of Living
D) Economist Safe Cities Index
Answer: B
Explanation: Abu Dhabi topped the Numbeo Global Safety Index 2026.
13. A 233-year-old manuscript of which ancient text was highlighted in news?
A) Ramayana
B) Valmiki Ramayana
C) Mahabharata
D) Bhagavad Gita
Answer: B
Explanation: A rare 233-year-old Valmiki Ramayana manuscript made headlines.
14. The Draft National Electricity Policy (NEP) 2026 was released by which ministry?
A) Ministry of New and Renewable Energy
B) Ministry of Power
C) Ministry of Coal
D) Ministry of Environment
Answer: B
Explanation: Ministry of Power released the draft to overhaul India's power sector.
15. Parakram Diwas celebrations in 2026 focus on which figure?
A) Bhagat Singh
B) Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose
C) Chandrashekhar Azad
D) Rani Lakshmibai
Answer: B
Explanation: It honors Netaji's legacy with events from January 23–25.
16. Which bank benefits directly from the Rs. 5,000 crore equity infusion for MSME support?
A) RBI
B) SIDBI
C) NABARD
D) EXIM Bank
Answer: B
Explanation: SIDBI to enhance credit availability and employment generation.
17. Atal Pension Yojana is targeted at which group primarily?
A) Government employees
B) Unorganized sector workers
C) Corporate executives
D) Farmers only
Answer: B
Explanation: APY provides pension security to workers in the unorganized sector.
18. Which international grouping's summit was discussed for a green agenda in January 2026 articles?
A) G20
B) BRICS
C) QUAD
D) SCO
Answer: B
Explanation: BRICS India summit needs focus on green and resilient priorities.
19. The Sundance Film Festival began its final season in which location in 2026?
A) Los Angeles
B) Park City, Utah
C) New York
D) Cannes
Answer: B
Explanation: It marked its last edition in Park City before potential relocation.
20. Which country faced multiple drone and glide bomb attacks reported on January 23, 2026?
A) Israel
B) Ukraine
C) Syria
D) Yemen
Answer: B
Explanation: Ongoing Russia-Ukraine conflict saw attacks in Kharkiv, Dnipro, Zaporizhia, etc.
21. The US withdrawal from WHO takes effect on which date?
A) January 22, 2025
B) January 22, 2026
C) December 31, 2025
D) January 1, 2026
Answer: B
Explanation: Formal withdrawal notified, effective one year later on January 22, 2026.
22. Which pro-life event occurs annually around January 23 in Washington, D.C.?
A) Women's March
B) March for Life
C) Climate March
D) Pride Parade
Answer: B
Explanation: National March for Life on January 23, 2026, marking Roe v. Wade anniversary.
23. Which river was recently mentioned in current affairs quizzes?
A) Ganga
B) Souparnika
C) Yamuna
D) Brahmaputra
Answer: B
Explanation: Souparnika River (in Karnataka) appeared in daily quizzes.
24. What is a key focus area for India-Namibia cooperation in 2026?
A) Space exploration
B) Critical minerals and DPI
C) Tourism only
D) Nuclear energy
Answer: B
Explanation: Talks emphasized defense, critical minerals, health, agriculture, and Digital Public Infrastructure.
25. Which leader's analysis from The Hindu was featured in current affairs sessions?
A) Narendra Modi
B) Bhunesh Sir (on The Hindu editorials)
C) Amit Shah
D) Rahul Gandhi
Answer: B
Explanation: Bhunesh Sir provides daily analysis of The Hindu for exam prep.