Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which organization successfully completed the final development trials of the ULPGM-V3 precision-guided missile in May 2026?
A) ISRO
B) DRDO
C) HAL
D) BEL
Answer: B) DRDO
Explanation: DRDO completed the final trials of the Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Launched Precision Guided Missile (ULPGM-V3) in air-to-ground and air-to-air modes at Kurnool range.
2. Where was the 11th Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting held on 26 May 2026?
A) Tokyo
B) Washington D.C.
C) New Delhi (Hyderabad House)
D) Canberra
Answer: C) New Delhi (Hyderabad House)
Explanation: Hosted by India’s External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar with counterparts from Australia, Japan, and the US.
3. What major initiatives were announced at the Quad Foreign Ministers’ Meeting 2026?
A) Only trade agreements
B) Port in Fiji, critical minerals, and energy security pacts
C) Military alliance
D) Space cooperation only
Answer: B) Port in Fiji, critical minerals, and energy security pacts
Explanation: The meeting focused on maritime security, critical minerals, and energy initiatives in the Indo-Pacific.
4. India’s rank in the World Happiness Report 2026 is:
A) 105th
B) 116th
C) 126th
D) 136th
Answer: B) 116th
Explanation: India maintained its position in the latest global happiness rankings.
5. Who visited the Sunu border outpost in Rajasthan in May 2026 to review border security?
A) Rajnath Singh
B) Amit Shah
C) S. Jaishankar
D) Nirmala Sitharaman
Answer: B) Amit Shah
Explanation: The Union Home Minister reviewed the four-dimensional border security framework along the Pakistan border.
6. Which country overtook India to become the world’s fifth largest share market in 2026?
A) South Korea
B) Taiwan
C) Brazil
D) Germany
Answer: B) Taiwan
Explanation: Taiwan surpassed India in market capitalization.
7. The SARTHAK-PDS scheme is related to:
A) Defence
B) Public Distribution System reforms
C) Space technology
D) Skill development
Answer: B) Public Distribution System reforms
Explanation: It aims to improve efficiency and transparency in India’s PDS.
8. Indian Railways approved the rollout of its first hydrogen-powered train. What is its configuration?
A) 8-car
B) 10-car
C) 12-car
D) 16-car
Answer: B) 10-car
Explanation: This is India’s first hydrogen fuel cell-based train set.
9. Sanchi Stupa relics are set to be sent to which country as a diplomatic gift in 2026?
A) Japan
B) Mongolia
C) Thailand
D) Vietnam
Answer: B) Mongolia
Explanation: This gesture strengthens cultural and diplomatic ties.
10. Who is the new Chairman of ISRO appointed in 2026?
A) Tuhin Kant Pandey
B) Dr. V. Narayanan
C) Samir Kamat
D) Mithun Manhas
Answer: B) Dr. V. Narayanan
Explanation: Leadership transition at India’s space agency.
11. Who is the new Chairman of SEBI in 2026?
A) Dr. V. Narayanan
B) Tuhin Kant Pandey
C) Samir Kamat
D) Mithun Manhas
Answer: B) Tuhin Kant Pandey
Explanation: Recent regulatory appointment.
12. Who was appointed as the new President of BCCI in 2026?
A) Tuhin Kant Pandey
B) Mithun Manhas
C) Samir Kamat
D) V. Narayanan
Answer: B) Mithun Manhas
Explanation: Leadership change in Indian cricket administration.
13. The World Cities Report 2026 by UN-Habitat projected how many people could face housing crisis by 2040 due to climate hazards?
A) 100 million
B) 167 million
C) 250 million
D) 500 million
Answer: B) 167 million
Explanation: The report highlighted severe global housing challenges.
14. US Secretary of State Marco Rubio visited which Indian monuments during his May 2026 visit?
A) Red Fort and Qutub Minar
B) Taj Mahal and Amber Fort
C) Gateway of India and Victoria Memorial
D) Lotus Temple and India Gate
Answer: B) Taj Mahal and Amber Fort
Explanation: Cultural visits alongside diplomatic engagements.
15. E-PRAAPTI Portal was launched by which organization?
A) RBI
B) EPFO
C) SEBI
D) Ministry of Health
Answer: B) EPFO
Explanation: For better pension and provident fund services.
16. Which country’s Foreign Minister highlighted the importance of the Quad grouping during the 2026 meeting?
A) US
B) Australia
C) Japan
D) India
Answer: C) Japan
Explanation: Toshimitsu Motegi stressed the grouping’s vitality.
17. The Maritime Reform Utsav was launched by which ministry?
A) Ministry of Defence
B) Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
C) Ministry of Commerce
D) Ministry of Environment
Answer: B) Ministry of Ports, Shipping and Waterways
Explanation: To mark 12 years of maritime growth.
18. The BHAVYA Scheme is associated with:
A) Renewable energy
B) Women empowerment and skill development
C) Border infrastructure
D) Space research
Answer: B) Women empowerment and skill development
Explanation: Focuses on holistic development initiatives.
19. What is the primary purpose of the ‘JEEVAN’ app and ‘SHATAYU’ dashboard launched in May 2026?
A) Defence tracking
B) Benefit elderly and vulnerable demographics
C) Stock market monitoring
D) Agricultural reforms
Answer: B) Benefit elderly and vulnerable demographics
Explanation: Launched by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment.
20. India was declared completely free from Naxalism in:
A) April 2026
B) May 2026
C) June 2026
D) March 2026
Answer: B) May 2026
Explanation: A major internal security milestone.
21. International Tea Day is celebrated on:
A) May 15
B) May 21
C) May 25
D) May 31
Answer: B) May 21
Explanation: Declared by the UN General Assembly.
22. Which country plans to build a nuclear power plant on the Moon by 2035?
A) USA
B) China
C) Russia
D) India
Answer: C) Russia
Explanation: Ambitious space nuclear programme.
23. PV Sindhu was elected as Chair of the BWF Athletes Commission for which term?
A) 2024-2027
B) 2026-2029
C) 2025-2028
D) 2027-2030
Answer: B) 2026-2029
Explanation: Recognition of her contributions to badminton.
24. The High Power Microwave (HPM) systems supplied by BEL to the Indian Navy are designed for:
A) Communication
B) Counter-drone and electronic warfare
C) Navigation
D) Surveillance only
Answer: B) Counter-drone and electronic warfare
Explanation: Part of ADITI 3.0 initiative.
25. Which state announced a Rs 1 lakh reward scheme for forest fire reporting in May 2026?
A) Himachal Pradesh
B) Uttarakhand
C) Uttarakhand
D) Madhya Pradesh
Answer: B) Uttarakhand
Explanation: To combat increasing forest fires.