Current Affairs 13th October 2026 : Daily GK Update in Marathi
On 13 Oct 2026
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1. Who is the author of the book ‘The Golden Road’ that was recently in the news?
A) Salman Rushdie
B) Chetan Bhagat
C) William Dalrymple
D) Amish Tripathi
Answer: C) William Dalrymple
Explanation: The book ‘The Golden Road’ by William Dalrymple has been highlighted in recent literary and news discussions.
2. What is the official name of the Jones Act?
A) Maritime Safety Act
B) Merchant Marine Act of 1920
C) Shipping Control Act
D) Trade Regulation Act
Answer: B) Merchant Marine Act of 1920
Explanation: The Jones Act is officially known as the Merchant Marine Act of 1920, which regulates maritime commerce and cabotage in the United States.
3. In which Indian state is Pakhala Divas celebrated?
A) Andhra Pradesh
B) Jharkhand
C) Odisha
D) West Bengal
Answer: C) Odisha
Explanation: Pakhala Divas, celebrating the traditional rice-based dish, is observed in Odisha.
4. The magnitude 6.7 earthquake in the South Shetland Islands occurred in which region?
A) Australia
B) Antarctica
C) Europe
D) Asia
Answer: B) Antarctica
Explanation: The South Shetland Islands lie off the Antarctic continent, where the earthquake was recorded.
5. Kaveh Madani, the winner of the 2026 Stockholm Water Prize, belongs to which country?
A) Turkey
B) Iran
C) Syria
D) Iraq
Answer: B) Iran
Explanation: Iranian expert Kaveh Madani received the prestigious 2026 Stockholm Water Prize for his contributions to water management.
6. The IOS SAGAR initiative is related to which sector?
A) Space Technology
B) Agriculture
C) Maritime Security
D) Healthcare
Answer: C) Maritime Security
Explanation: IOS SAGAR is an Indian Ocean Security initiative focused on maritime cooperation and security.
7. What is the main purpose of the RISA scheme?
A) Tribal Tourism
B) Tribal Crafts and Textiles
C) Tribal Healthcare
D) Tribal Education
Answer: B) Tribal Crafts and Textiles
Explanation: RISA (Reviving India’s Soul through Art) promotes and preserves tribal crafts and textiles.
8. From which Indian city did India send its first shipment of medical aid to Iran?
A) Chennai
B) Mumbai
C) Kolkata
D) New Delhi
Answer: D) New Delhi
Explanation: The first consignment of medical aid was despatched from New Delhi, and Iran publicly thanked India.
9. Bharat Audyogik Vikas Yojana is related to which sector?
A) Healthcare Sector
B) Education Reform
C) Industrial Development
D) Agriculture Development
Answer: C) Industrial Development
Explanation: The scheme focuses on boosting industrial growth and infrastructure across the country.
10. Prambanan Temple, recently restored through an India-Indonesia partnership, is located in which country?
A) Malaysia
B) Indonesia
C) Thailand
D) Cambodia
Answer: B) Indonesia
Explanation: The iconic Prambanan Hindu temple complex is in Indonesia and has been restored with Indian assistance.
11. Who has been officially appointed as India’s new Ambassador to China?
A) Pradeep Rawat
B) Harsh Vardhan Shringla
C) Taranjit Singh Sandhu
D) Vikram Doraiswami
Answer: D) Vikram Doraiswami
Explanation: Vikram Doraiswami recently took charge as India’s Ambassador to China in Beijing.
12. Which Indian state recently launched the Cyber Safety Protocol 2026 to protect school students from AI-driven cyber threats?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Karnataka
C) Kerala
D) Maharashtra
Answer: C) Kerala
Explanation: Kerala became the first state to implement the Cyber Safety Protocol 2026 in educational institutions.
13. On which date is World Oral Health Day observed globally every year?
A) April 7
B) June 5
C) October 10
D) March 20
Answer: D) March 20
Explanation: World Oral Health Day is observed annually on 20 March to raise awareness about dental hygiene.
14. In which Indian city was the country’s first microalgae-based PureAir Tower installed along the Aerocity corridor?
A) Mumbai
B) Bengaluru
C) Chennai
D) New Delhi
Answer: D) New Delhi
Explanation: New Delhi inaugurated India’s first microalgae-based PureAir Tower to combat vehicular pollution.
15. What is the name of the Ministry of Ayush campaign launched to encourage daily Yoga practice?
A) Fit India Movement
B) Yoga 365
C) Healthy India Mission
D) Daily Wellness Drive
Answer: B) Yoga 365
Explanation: The Ministry of Ayush introduced “Yoga 365” to promote daily yoga for better health nationwide.
16. The Indian rupee hit a record low against the US dollar on 23 March 2026. What was the exact rate?
A) 92.50
B) 93.84
C) 94.50
D) 93.00
Answer: B) 93.84
Explanation: The rupee depreciated to an all-time low of 93.84 against the USD due to the ongoing Middle East conflict and rising oil prices (previous low was 93.7350).
17. Approximately how many points did the BSE Sensex fall on 23 March 2026?
A) 500 points
B) Over 1,765 points
C) 800 points
D) 2,500 points
Answer: B) Over 1,765 points
Explanation: The Sensex plunged over 1,765 points (trading at 72,767.73), wiping out nearly ₹11 lakh crore in market capitalisation amid global risk-off sentiment.
18. What was the primary reason for the sharp crash in Indian stock markets (Nifty below 23,000) on 23 March 2026?
A) Domestic inflation data
B) Escalating US-Iran war and surging oil prices
C) RBI policy announcement
D) Corporate earnings
Answer: B) Escalating US-Iran war and surging oil prices
Explanation: Brent crude climbed to $113 per barrel and fears of Strait of Hormuz disruption triggered heavy selling (Nifty fell 558 points to 22,556.85).
19. As of 23 March 2026, how many days has Prime Minister Narendra Modi completed in office, making him India’s longest-serving head of an elected government?
A) 7,500 days
B) 8,931 days
C) 9,500 days
D) 8,000 days
Answer: B) 8,931 days
Explanation: PM Modi has now served 8,931 days, surpassing previous records for the longest-serving elected head of government.
20. A parliamentary committee has sought details of the road map for fully operationalising the inquiry and prosecution wings of which constitutional body?
A) Election Commission
B) Lokpal
C) CAG
D) NHRC
Answer: B) Lokpal
Explanation: Over a decade after the Lokpal law was enacted, the panel wants a clear roadmap to activate its inquiry and prosecution wings.
21. According to Kerala Chief Minister Pinarayi Vijayan, what will be the BJP’s performance in the upcoming Kerala Assembly polls?
A) Form government
B) Draw a blank
C) Win 20 seats
D) Ally with Congress
Answer: B) Draw a blank
Explanation: Pinarayi Vijayan stated that the BJP will draw a blank and called Congress the BJP’s “B team”.
22. For how many weeks has Indian cricketer Akash Deep been ruled out due to a back injury?
A) 2 weeks
B) At least eight weeks
C) 4 weeks
D) 12 weeks
Answer: B) At least eight weeks
Explanation: Kolkata Knight Riders’ pacer Akash Deep suffered a stress reaction in his lower back and will miss the IPL and is doubtful for the Afghanistan Test.
23. Climate activist Sonam Wangchuk recently returned to which region after his detention?
A) Sikkim
B) Ladakh (Leh)
C) Uttarakhand
D) Arunachal Pradesh
Answer: B) Ladakh (Leh)
Explanation: Sonam Wangchuk returned to Leh after NSA revocation and called for peaceful resolution and relief to other detainees.
24. Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK) president Vijay announced candidates for how many Assembly segments in Puducherry?
A) 10
B) All 30
C) 15
D) 20
Answer: B) All 30
Explanation: Vijay announced TVK candidates for every one of the 30 Assembly segments ahead of the April 9 polls.
25. How many CAPF companies are likely to be deployed in West Bengal for the upcoming Assembly elections?
A) 1,000
B) About 2,400
C) 5,000
D) 500
Answer: B) About 2,400
Explanation: Around 2,400 companies of Central Armed Police Forces will be deployed in phased manner for security during the polls.