Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. What is the primary focus of India's revised Anaemia Mukt Bharat Abhiyaan launched on 29 June 2026?
A) 6x6x6 strategy
B) Expansion to 7x7x7 strategy
C) Only child nutrition
D) Urban-focused only
Answer: B
Explanation: The Union Health Ministry expanded the programme from the earlier 6x6x6 (6 interventions, 6 beneficiaries, 6 states) to a broader 7x7x7 approach for greater coverage and impact.
2. Which scheme completed 12 years in June 2026, positioning India as a global skilling leader?
A) Make in India
B) Skill India
C) Digital India
D) Swachh Bharat
Answer: B
Explanation: Skill India has built one of the world’s largest skilling ecosystems, contributing to workforce development and employability.
3. What is the projected horticulture production for 2025-26 as per the Second Advance Estimates released in June 2026?
A) Around 2,500 lakh tonnes
B) 3,777.76 lakh tonnes
C) 4,500 lakh tonnes
D) 1,800 lakh tonnes
Answer: B
Explanation: The Department of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare reported total horticulture production at 3,777.76 lakh tonnes across 301.51 lakh hectares.
4. Which high court verdict from 1975 was referenced in current affairs discussions around mid-June 2026?
A) Kesavananda Bharati case
B) Allahabad HC verdict annulling Indira Gandhi’s election
C) Golaknath case
D) Maneka Gandhi case
Answer: B
Explanation: The 12 June 1975 Allahabad High Court verdict triggered the Emergency proclamation and remains a key historical reference.
5. What percentage of Rajya Sabha MPs have declared criminal cases as per the ADR report highlighted in late June 2026?
A) 15%
B) 31%
C) 50%
D) 22%
Answer: B
Explanation: The Association for Democratic Reforms (ADR) report noted 31% of Rajya Sabha MPs with declared criminal cases.
6. What is India’s global ranking as a tourism economy in 2026?
A) 10th
B) 8th
C) 4th
D) 12th
Answer: B
Explanation: Tourism contributes US$231.6 billion, making India the 8th largest; it is projected to become 4th.
7. What percentage of India’s GDP does the MSME sector contribute?
A) ~20%
B) ~31.1%
C) ~45%
D) ~15%
Answer: B
Explanation: With over 8.7 crore enterprises, MSMEs contribute ~31.1% to GDP and employ over 38.9 crore people.
8. Which scheme supports traditional artisans under MSME initiatives with toolkits and collateral-free credit?
A) PMEGP
B) PM Vishwakarma Scheme
C) RAMP
D) ASPIRE
Answer: B
Explanation: The PM Vishwakarma Scheme provides skill upgradation, toolkits, and credit to artisans.
9. What challenge is highlighted in India’s economic paradox despite high GDP growth?
A) High FDI inflows
B) Jobless growth and food deprivation
C) Surplus government revenue
D) Declining inflation
Answer: B
Explanation: Issues include ~50% rural population unable to afford two thali meals and high youth unemployment.
10. Which initiative expanded optical fibre coverage significantly as part of Digital India?
A) From 19.35 lakh route km (2019) to 42.36 lakh route km (2025)
B) 5G rollout only in metros
C) AI mission exclusively
D) Quantum computing only
Answer: A
Explanation: This supported one of the world’s fastest 5G rollouts.
11. What major natural disaster struck Venezuela in late June 2026?
A) Cyclone
B) Twin earthquakes (Mw 7.2 and 7.5) killing over 1,400
C) Tsunami
D) Volcanic eruption
Answer: B
Explanation: The strongest earthquakes in Venezuela since 1900 caused widespread damage and loss of life.
12. What agreement aimed to end the 2026 Iran war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz?
A) U.S.–Iran Preliminary Peace Accord / Islamabad Memorandum
B) NATO pact
C) BRICS treaty
D) UNSC resolution only
Answer: A
Explanation: Signed around mid-June 2026 to stabilize energy markets and ease tensions.
13. Which country joined the International Big Cat Alliance in late June 2026?
A) Pakistan
B) Bangladesh
C) Nepal
D) Sri Lanka
Answer: B
Explanation: Bangladesh joined the alliance for big cat conservation.
14. What UN event was the Secretary-General scheduled to address on 29 June 2026?
A) Opening of the Fourth UN High-level Conference on Counter-terrorism
B) Climate Summit
C) Trade Conference
D) Health Assembly
Answer: A
Explanation: António Guterres was to deliver remarks at the conference.
15. Which corridor saw renewed interest due to Iran-Israel tensions?
A) India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC)
B) Belt and Road Initiative
C) Arctic Route
D) Panama Canal
Answer: A
Explanation: Geopolitical challenges in the Strait of Hormuz revived focus on IMEC.
16. What is a key achievement of India’s National Quantum Mission?
A) 1,000-km secure quantum communication network
B) Moon landing
C) Mars mission success
D) Only AI focus
Answer: A
Explanation: Demonstrated ahead of schedule, supporting India’s Quantum Valley plans.
17. Which report warned of breaching the 1.5°C warming threshold?
A) Planetary Climate Vital Signs Report 2026
B) IPCC only
C) World Bank Economic Report
D) UN Trade Report
Answer: A
Explanation: It highlighted worsening global climate indicators.
18. What conservation success was noted for the Great Indian Bustard?
A) Successful breeding initiatives
B) Extinction declaration
C) Habitat loss only
D) No progress
Answer: A
Explanation: Boosted efforts for the critically endangered species.
19. India’s semiconductor push includes which mission in Budget 2026-27?
A) India Semiconductor Mission (ISM) 2.0 with ₹1,000 crore outlay
B) Only software focus
C) No new initiatives
D) FDI ban
Answer: A
Explanation: To strengthen local manufacturing and design.
20. What environmental scheme promotes responsible tourism?
A) Travel for LiFE (Lifestyle for Environment)
B) Swachh Bharat only
C) Namami Gange
D) Green India Mission
Answer: A
Explanation: Part of broader tourism sustainability efforts.
21. What index is the Government set to launch in July 2026?
A) Index of Services Production (ISP)
B) Only CPI
C) GDP deflator
D) No new index
Answer: A
Explanation: To better track service sector performance.
22. DISHA 2.0 approved by the Union Government relates to:
A) Designing Innovative Solutions for Holistic Access to Justice
B) Defence only
C) Sports infrastructure
D) Agriculture
Answer: A
Explanation: For improving justice delivery.
23. Which disaster in the Philippines was noted earlier in June 2026?
A) Magnitude 7.8 earthquake
B) Floods only
C) Cyclone
D) Drought
Answer: A
Explanation: Strongest since 1976, causing significant casualties.
24. What UN-designated day (27 June) highlights MSMEs?
A) Micro, Small and Medium-sized Enterprises Day
B) Environment Day
C) Women’s Day
D) Peace Day
Answer: A
Explanation: Raises awareness of their role in SDGs.
25. What was launched to monitor global chemicals?
A) Global Chemicals Monitoring Programme (GCMP)
B) Only WTO pact
C) Trade barriers
D) No new programme
Answer: A
Explanation: For better environmental and health tracking.