Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. What is the approximate value of India's Letter of Request (LoR) to France for acquiring 114 Rafale fighter jets in June 2026?
A) Rs. 1 lakh crore
B) Rs. 3.25 lakh crore
C) Rs. 5 lakh crore
D) Rs. 2 lakh crore
Answer: B
Explanation: In June 2026, India issued an LoR for a government-to-government deal worth ~Rs. 3.25 lakh crore for 114 Rafale jets (many to be made in India) to address IAF squadron shortages under the MRFA programme.
2. Which mission was launched by Union Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia and Assam CM Himanta Biswa Sarma for Muga silk development?
A) Mission Silk India
B) Mission Senehjori
C) Mission Golden Thread
D) Mission Northeast Textiles
Answer: B
Explanation: ‘Mission Senehjori’ (2026–2028) is a cluster initiative with Rs. 396–411 crore investment to boost Assam’s Muga silk as a premium global luxury textile brand with GI authentication and traceability.
3. What is the primary aim of the Prime Minister Research Chair (PMRC) Scheme 2026 launched by the Ministry of Education?
A) To fund school infrastructure
B) To attract global Indian talent in research and innovation
C) To promote vocational training
D) To support sports scholarships
Answer: B
Explanation: The scheme targets accomplished Indian-origin researchers in 13 priority sectors (AI, quantum, semiconductors, etc.) through Lead/Host Institutions and Fellows.
4. Which university became India’s first private university to establish an ‘IndiaAI Data Lab’ in partnership with Intel India?
A) Amity University
B) Chandigarh University
C) Manipal University
D) SRM University
Answer: B
Explanation: Chandigarh University launched it to provide hands-on AI, Data Science skills, and industry projects for students.
5. On what date in 2026 is World Environment Day observed, with a focus on environmental protection and climate issues?
A) June 1
B) June 5
C) June 8
D) June 21
Answer: B
Explanation: World Environment Day is celebrated annually on June 5; in 2026, it highlighted topics like urban fires, climate adaptation, and India’s environmental initiatives.
6. What major defence export deal did India sign with Vietnam involving BrahMos missiles?
A) Rs. 2,000 crore
B) Rs. 5,800 crore
C) Rs. 10,000 crore
D) Rs. 3,000 crore
Answer: B
Explanation: A strategic ₹5,800-crore deal for coastal defence batteries and missiles; a similar one with Indonesia is in progress.
7. PM SVANidhi scheme completed how many years in early June 2026, benefiting street vendors?
A) 4 years
B) 5 years
C) 6 years
D) 7 years
Answer: C
Explanation: It empowered over 75 lakh vendors with collateral-free loans, digital payments, and welfare linkages.
8. Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) crossed how many ABHA accounts?
A) 50 crore
B) 75 crore
C) 90 crore
D) 100 crore
Answer: C
Explanation: It strengthened India’s digital health ecosystem.
9. Which state became a top contributor in India’s renewable energy capacity?
A) Rajasthan
B) Gujarat
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Karnataka
Answer: B
Explanation: Gujarat emerged as the leading state in renewable energy.
10. Under which article did the President appoint five new Supreme Court judges on June 1, 2026?
A) Article 72
B) Article 124(2)
C) Article 143
D) Article 356
Answer: B
Explanation: Appointments under Article 124(2) of the Constitution.
11. What major geopolitical tensions involved Iran pausing peace talks and threats to block the Strait of Hormuz in early June 2026?
A) Iran-Israel ceasefire violations
B) US naval blockade and related crises
C) Both A and B
D) None
Answer: C
Explanation: Ongoing 2026 Iran war/Strait of Hormuz crisis with US, Israel, Hezbollah, etc., impacting oil prices.
12. India ranked as the world’s _____ most digitalised economy in the SIDE 2026 Report.
A) 3rd
B) 5th
C) 7th
D) 10th
Answer: B
Explanation: Rose from 8th; strong in AI users and talent per ICRIER-Prosus report.
13. BharatPe launched which UPI-linked credit product powered by YES Bank?
A) BharatPe EMI
B) BharatPe Flex
C) BharatPe Pay Later
D) BharatPe Credit Card
Answer: B
Explanation: Offers interest-free credit up to 45 days for UPI payments.
14. India’s UPI was enabled for payments in Cambodia via which network?
A) PayNow
B) KHQR
C) PromptPay
D) Pix
Answer: B
Explanation: Partnership with ACLEDA Bank for cross-border QR interoperability.
15. Microsoft unveiled which AI-designed second-generation topological quantum chip?
A) Majorana 1
B) Majorana 2
C) Azure Quantum
D) Qubit Pro
Answer: B
Explanation: Aims for scalable quantum systems by 2029 with improved reliability.
16. International Yoga Day is observed on:
A) June 5
B) June 21
C) June 8
D) June 15
Answer: B
Explanation: Annual global event in June
17. Economist Neelkanth Mishra was appointed as India’s Executive Director at which institution?
A) IMF
B) World Bank
C) ADB
D) WTO
Answer: B
Explanation: At World Bank headquarters in Washington D.C. (June 2026).
18. India and the UK launched which observatory for critical minerals?
A) GSCO
B) Critical Chain
C) Mineral Alliance
D) Supply Hub
Answer: A
Explanation: Critical Minerals Global Supply Chain Observatory (GSCO) on June 5, 2026.
19. What major Nigerian economic milestone was reported around 700,000 barrels per day?
A) Dangote Refinery output
B) Oil export target
C) Renewable capacity
D) GDP growth
Answer: A
Explanation: Dangote Refinery milestone..
20. Which important day/theme in June focuses on oceans?
A) World Ocean Day (June 8)
B) Environment Day
C) Both
D) None
Answer: A
Explanation: Observed in early June.
21. Which legendary tennis player has announced a comeback and will also participate in the Berlin Tennis Open?
A) Venus Williams
B) Martina Hingis
C) Serena Williams
D) Maria Sharapova
Answer: C) Serena Williams
Explanation: Serena Williams has expanded her comeback plans by entering the Berlin Tennis Open after confirming her return at Queen’s Club
22. India protested Pakistan’s elections in which region as a territorial violation?
A) Gilgit-Baltistan
B) Balochistan
C) Sindh
D) Punjab
Answer: A
Explanation: MEA statement on J&K/Gilgit-Baltistan.
23. RudraM-II (in news) is best described as:
A) A surface-to-air missile
B) An air-to-surface missile (or similar defence tech)
C) A naval ship
D) A satellite
Answer: B
Explanation: Recent defence development.
24. Which Grand Slam tournament is scheduled to conclude on 7 June 2026?
A) Wimbledon
B) US Open
C) Australian Open
D) French Open
Answer: D) French Open
Explanation: The 2026 French Open is being held in Paris and concludes on 7 June 2026.
25. A new lizard species ‘Mesalina bishnoi’ was discovered in which region?
A) Western Ghats
B) Rajasthan desert region
C) Himalayas
D) Northeast
Answer: B
Explanation: Recent biodiversity find.