Current Affairs in Gujarati 10th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which city hosted the 47th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session in July 2026?
A) New Delhi
B) Paris
C) Istanbul
D) Riyadh
Answer: D) Riyadh
Explanation: The 47th UNESCO World Heritage Committee session was held in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, where several new World Heritage Sites were considered.
2. Which organization publishes the Global Innovation Index?
A) IMF
B) World Bank
C) WIPO
D) WTO
Answer: C) WIPO
Explanation: The World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) publishes the Global Innovation Index in collaboration with partner institutions.
3. What is the main objective of India's Digital India programme?
A) Increase agricultural exports
B) Transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy
C) Promote tourism only
D) Improve railway connectivity
Answer: B) Transform India into a digitally empowered society and knowledge economy
Explanation: Digital India aims to improve digital infrastructure, governance, and digital services across the country.
4. Which ministry implements the PM e-VIDYA programme?
A) Ministry of Home Affairs
B) Ministry of Education
C) Ministry of Rural Development
D) Ministry of Finance
Answer: B) Ministry of Education
Explanation: PM e-VIDYA supports digital learning through TV channels and online platforms under the Ministry of Education.
5. Which institution releases India's Monetary Policy?
A) RBI
B) SEBI
C) NABARD
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: A) RBI
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India announces monetary policy through its Monetary Policy Committee (MPC).
6. The headquarters of UNESCO is located in:
A) Geneva
B) Vienna
C) New York
D) Paris
Answer: D) Paris
Explanation: UNESCO is headquartered in Paris, France.
7. Which Indian organization is responsible for launching most of India's satellites?
A) DRDO
B) HAL
C) ISRO
D) BEL
Answer: C) ISRO
Explanation: ISRO is India's national space agency responsible for satellite launches and space missions.
8. Which mission focuses on strengthening India's semiconductor ecosystem?
A) Startup India
B) India Semiconductor Mission
C) Skill India
D) Digital India
Answer: B) India Semiconductor Mission
Explanation: The India Semiconductor Mission promotes semiconductor manufacturing and design in India.
9. Which body compiles India's Index of Industrial Production (IIP)?
A) RBI
B) NSO
C) SEBI
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: B) NSO
Explanation: The National Statistical Office publishes the monthly Index of Industrial Production.
10. Which organization publishes the World Economic Outlook?
A) IMF
B) World Bank
C) WTO
D) OECD
Answer: A) IMF
Explanation: The International Monetary Fund publishes the World Economic Outlook report.
11. Which country chairs the BRICS grouping in 2026?
A) Brazil
B) Russia
C) India
D) China
Answer: C) India
Explanation: India holds the BRICS Chairmanship in 2026.
12. What does GDP stand for?
A) Global Development Programme
B) Gross Domestic Product
C) General Development Policy
D) Gross Demand Price
Answer: B) Gross Domestic Product
Explanation: GDP measures the total value of goods and services produced within a country.
13. Which ministry is responsible for implementing the PM Gati Shakti National Master Plan?
A) Ministry of Commerce
B) Ministry of Finance
C) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
D) Ministry of Defence
Answer: C) Ministry of Commerce and Industry
Explanation: PM Gati Shakti is coordinated by the Ministry of Commerce and Industry.
14. Which organization regulates India's securities market?
A) RBI
B) NABARD
C) IRDAI
D) SEBI
Answer: D) SEBI
Explanation: SEBI regulates India's securities and capital markets.
15. Which Indian state is home to GIFT City?
A) Maharashtra
B) Gujarat
C) Karnataka
D) Telangana
Answer: B) Gujarat
Explanation: GIFT City is located in Gandhinagar, Gujarat.
16. Which day is observed as World Nature Conservation Day?
A) 26 July
B) 27 July
C) 28 July
D) 29 July
Answer: C) 28 July
Explanation: World Nature Conservation Day is observed annually on 28 July to promote environmental conservation.
17. Which organization publishes the Human Development Report?
A) WHO
B) UNDP
C) UNESCO
D) FAO
Answer: B) UNDP
Explanation: The United Nations Development Programme publishes the Human Development Report.
18. What is the primary objective of the PM Surya Ghar Muft Bijli Yojana?
A) Promote rooftop solar power
B) Build highways
C) Increase coal production
D) Develop ports
Answer: A) Promote rooftop solar power
Explanation: The scheme encourages households to install rooftop solar systems.
19. Which institution manages India's foreign exchange reserves?
A) SEBI
B) RBI
C) Ministry of Finance
D) NABARD
Answer: B) RBI
Explanation: The Reserve Bank of India manages the country's foreign exchange reserves.
20. Which international organization publishes the World Investment Report?
A) WTO
B) UNCTAD
C) OECD
D) IMF
Answer: B) UNCTAD
Explanation: UNCTAD releases the World Investment Report every year, analyzing global FDI trends.
21. Which Indian mission aims to promote artificial intelligence innovation?
A) IndiaAI Mission
B) Startup India
C) Digital India Mission
D) Make in India
Answer: A) IndiaAI Mission
Explanation: IndiaAI Mission supports AI research, computing infrastructure, and skill development.
22. Which ministry implements Mission Mausam?
A) Ministry of Earth Sciences
B) Ministry of Environment
C) Ministry of Agriculture
D) Ministry of Home Affairs
Answer: A) Ministry of Earth Sciences
Explanation: Mission Mausam seeks to improve India's weather forecasting capabilities.
23. Which institution publishes India's Consumer Price Index (CPI)?
A) RBI
B) NSO
C) SEBI
D) Finance Commission
Answer: B) NSO
Explanation: The National Statistical Office publishes monthly CPI inflation data.
24. Which global organization coordinates World Hepatitis Day observed on 28 July?
A) FAO
B) UNICEF
C) UNESCO
D) WHO
Answer: D) WHO
Explanation: The World Health Organization coordinates global awareness activities for World Hepatitis Day.
25. Which of the following remained a major focus area in India's current affairs during late July 2026?
A) Digital governance and technology initiatives
B) Winter Olympics preparation
C) Nobel Prize announcements
D) FIFA World Cup Final
Answer: A) Digital governance and technology initiatives
Explanation: Digital governance, AI, semiconductor development, infrastructure, and economic reforms continued to be major themes in India's current affairs during late July 2026.