Current Affairs in Gujarati 14th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. National Girl Child Day is observed every year on which date?
A) 22 January
B) 23 January
C) 24 January
D) 25 January
Answer: C) 24 January
Explanation: National Girl Child Day is celebrated annually on 24 January in India to raise awareness about the importance of girl education, health, and rights, and to address gender inequality.
2. Which ministry sponsors the Engineering Export Promotion Council of India (EEPC India)?
A) Ministry of Finance
B) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
C) Ministry of Commerce and Industry (specifically under Department of Commerce)
D) Ministry of MSME
Answer: C) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation: EEPC India is the apex body for engineering exports and is sponsored by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India.
3. In January 2026, the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana (SSY) completed how many years since its inception?
A) 10 years
B) 11 years
C) 12 years
D) 9 years
Answer: B) 11 years
Explanation: Launched on January 22, 2015, the Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana marked 11 years of implementation by January 22, 2026, promoting girl child savings and education.
4. Which state took a major step in the private space sector by announcing initiatives or policies around January 2026?
A) Karnataka
B) Gujarat
C) Andhra Pradesh
D) Maharashtra
Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat emerged as a leader in promoting private space activities, with announcements highlighting its push for space tech and industry involvement.
5. The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) issued updated FEMA regulations related to which area in January 2026?
A) Foreign Direct Investment
B) Export and Import Transactions
C) Cryptocurrency
D) Gold Imports
Answer: B) Export and Import Transactions
Explanation: RBI updated Foreign Exchange Management Act (FEMA) guidelines to streamline and clarify rules for export-import operations.
6. Who was conferred the Padma Vibhushan in the field of Public Affairs in the Republic Day 2026 awards list announced in January?
A) Ratan Tata (posthumous)
B) M. Venkaiah Naidu
C) Sudha Murty
D) Azim Premji
Answer: B) M. Venkaiah Naidu
Explanation: Former Vice President M. Venkaiah Naidu was among the prominent recipients of Padma Vibhushan in January 2026 announcements for his contributions to public service and politics.
7. EEPC India primarily promotes exports of which sector?
A) Textiles
B) Engineering Goods
C) Pharmaceuticals
D) Agriculture
Answer: B) Engineering Goods
Explanation: EEPC India is dedicated to boosting engineering products and services exports globally.
8. Which environmental initiative received major global attention on January 24, 2026, coinciding with National Girl Child Day celebrations?
A) International Solar Alliance expansion
B) “Green Schools for Girls” campaign under BBBP
C) LiFE movement launch
D) Net Zero by 2070 pledge
Answer: B) “Green Schools for Girls” campaign under BBBP
Explanation: Several states linked National Girl Child Day 2026 events with eco-friendly school initiatives for girls (e.g., solar-powered schools, waste management), integrating gender equality with climate action.
9. Which organization/council is associated with engineering exports and was highlighted in current affairs around January 24, 2026?
A) FIEO
B) EEPC India
C) CII
D) ASSOCHAM
Answer: B) EEPC India
Explanation: EEPC India frequently features in export-related news and policy discussions.
10. Which global concern related to climate was reported in news around January 2026 (e.g., impact on wildlife breeding)?
A) Rising sea levels
B) Penguins advancing breeding season due to warming
C) Deforestation
D) Coral bleaching
Answer: B) Penguins advancing breeding season due to warming
Explanation: Reports indicated penguins in certain regions were breeding earlier due to temperature rise, signaling climate change effects.
11. Which act's regulations were updated by RBI for export-import in January 2026?
A) IBC
B) FEMA
C) GST Act
D) Companies Act
Answer: B) FEMA
Explanation: Foreign Exchange Management Act governs forex transactions, including trade.
12. As per reports in January 2026, India became the ________ largest economy in the world (nominal GDP ranking).
A) 2nd
B) 4th
C) 5th
D) 3rd
Answer: B) 4th
Explanation: According to IMF and World Bank projections updated in early 2026, India overtook Japan to become the 4th largest economy by nominal GDP, behind only USA, China, and Germany.
13. Which ministry oversees schemes like Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana?
A) Ministry of Women and Child Development
B) Ministry of Finance (through Post Office/Banks)
C) Ministry of Education
D) Ministry of Health
Answer: B) Ministry of Finance
Explanation: It is administered by the Department of Economic Affairs, Ministry of Finance.
14. Gujarat's initiative in January 2026 focused on which emerging sector?
A) Semiconductor
B) Private Space
C) Electric Vehicles
D) Renewable Energy
Answer: B) Private Space
Explanation: State policies encouraged private participation in space technology.
15. What is the primary objective of EEPC India?
A) Import promotion
B) Engineering export promotion
C) Domestic trade
D) Skill development
Answer: B) Engineering export promotion
Explanation: It works to enhance India's engineering exports worldwide.
16. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana offers tax benefits under which section?
A) 80C
B) 80C (with EEE status)
C) 80D
D) 10(10D)
Answer: B) 80C
Explanation: Contributions, interest, and maturity are tax-exempt under Section 80C and related provisions.
17. Which Indian city hosted the Khelo India Youth Games opening ceremony in January 2026?
A) New Delhi
B) Gurugram (Haryana)
C) Guwahati
D) Bhubaneswar
Answer: B) Gurugram (Haryana)
Explanation: The 7th Khelo India Youth Games 2025–26 (held in January 2026) officially began in Gurugram, promoting grassroots sports talent across the country.
18. In January 2026, the Union Cabinet approved the continuation of which centrally sponsored scheme till 2025–26 with an outlay of ₹1,05,000 crore?
A) PM Awas Yojana
B) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
C) Jal Jeevan Mission
D) Swachh Bharat Mission
Answer: B) Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)
Explanation: The Cabinet extended PMGSY Phase-IV to provide all-weather road connectivity to eligible unconnected habitations, with significant budget allocation announced in early 2026.
19. Which country was India’s partner country for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (PBD) held in January 2026?
A) USA
B) Portugal
C) UAE
D) United Kingdom
Answer: B) Portugal
Explanation: Portugal was selected as the partner country for the 18th Pravasi Bharatiya Divas (January 9, 2026), highlighting strong historical and diaspora ties between India and Portugal.
20. Girl child-related schemes often highlight which constitutional right?
A) Right to Equality
B) Right to Education
C) Right to Work
D) Right to Property
Answer: B) Right to Education
Explanation: Emphasis on education under RTE Act and girl-specific programs.
21. Which state was noted for space sector push in January 2026?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) Gujarat
C) Telangana
D) Uttar Pradesh
Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: Gujarat positioned itself as a hub for private space enterprises.
22. Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana's 11th anniversary was marked in which month/year?
A) December 2025
B) January 2026
C) March 2026
D) October 2025
Answer: B) January 2026
Explanation: Inception date anniversary in January.
23. EEPC India helps exporters by organizing which type of events?
A) Buyer-seller meets
B) Trade fairs and delegations
C) Both A and B
D) Only seminars
Answer: C) Both A and B
Explanation: It facilitates international trade promotion activities.
24. National Girl Child Day 2026 theme often revolves around which issue?
A) Health only
B) Education, protection, and empowerment
C) Employment
D) Sports
Answer: B) Education, protection, and empowerment
Explanation: Holistic development of girls.
25. FEMA regulations are primarily enforced by which institution?
A) SEBI
B) RBI
C) IRDAI
D) NABARD
Answer: B) RBI
Explanation: RBI administers FEMA for foreign exchange management.