Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. Which country’s President visited India in early May 2026 (notable diplomatic engagement)?
A) Nepal
B) Vietnam (To Lam)
C) Bangladesh
D) Sri Lanka
Answer: B) Vietnam
Explanation: Vietnamese President To Lam’s visit strengthened bilateral ties in defence, trade, and strategic partnership in the Indo-Pacific region.
2. National framework released/updated in 2026 for care of:
A) Elderly only
B) Childhood diabetes (0-18 years)
C) Cancer only
D) Mental health in adults
Answer: B) Childhood diabetes
Explanation: The Union Health Ministry released/updated a national framework for management and care of childhood diabetes (Type 1 and others) in children aged 0-18 years.
3. Dual-use satellites are a concern in modern:
A) Trade wars
B) Space warfare and orbital conflicts
C) Agriculture
D) Healthcare
Answer: B) Space warfare and orbital conflicts
Explanation: Dual-use satellites (civil + military applications) raise concerns in space domain awareness, anti-satellite weapons, jamming, and potential orbital conflicts among major powers.
4. What is the scheduled final date for Tata IPL 2026?
A) May 17
B) May 24
C) May 31
D) June 7
Answer: C) May 31
Explanation: The IPL 2026 league stage concludes around May 24, followed by playoffs, with the final on May 31, 2026
5. In May 2026, the Government of India allowed 100% FDI in which sector under the automatic route?
A) Defence
B) Insurance
C) E-commerce
D) Agriculture
Answer: B) Insurance
Explanation: The Finance Ministry notified 100% FDI in the insurance sector via automatic route by amending FEMA rules, aiming to boost investment and sector growth.
6. India rejected objections from which country regarding the Kailash Mansarovar Yatra route via Lipulekh Pass in early May 2026?
A) China
B) Nepal
C) Bhutan
D) Pakistan
Answer: B) Nepal
Explanation: India reaffirmed its position on the boundary alignment and pilgrimage route.
7. Which volcano in the Philippines saw heightened activity leading to evacuations in May 2026?
A) Taal Volcano
B) Mayon Volcano
C) Mount Pinatubo
D) Bulusan Volcano
Answer: B) Mayon Volcano
Explanation: Thousands were evacuated due to increased activity.
8. What major political development occurred in Assam Assembly elections 2026 alongside West Bengal?
A) Congress formed government
B) BJP retained power
C) New regional party won majority
D) Hung assembly
Answer: B) BJP retained power
Explanation: BJP secured majority and continued governance.
9. What major environmental concern was highlighted by IMD in early May 2026 regarding India’s monsoon?
A) La Niña
B) Super El Niño
C) Indian Ocean Dipole only
D) No concern
Answer: B) Super El Niño
Explanation: IMD warned that a developing Super El Niño in the Equatorial Pacific could lead to a weaker southwest monsoon for India.
10. NASM-SR missile was successfully test-fired (salvo launch) from which platform?
A) Naval ship
B) Sea King helicopter
C) Sukhoi fighter jet
D) Submarine
Answer: B) Sea King helicopter
Explanation: Maiden salvo launch off Odisha coast in Bay of Bengal.
11. Projected size of India’s medical tourism market by 2030 is approximately:
A) USD 8 billion
B) USD 12 billion
C) USD 16-20 billion range (growing rapidly)
D) USD 30 billion
Answer: C) (Growing from current ~USD 8-9 billion).
Explanation: Driven by cost advantages, AYUSH integration, and Heal in India initiative.
12. Which state/UT also saw notable poll outcomes with BJP/NDA influence in 2026?
A) Kerala
B) Puducherry
C) Tamil Nadu
D) Telangana
Answer: B) Puducherry
Explanation: NDA allies performed well alongside major state polls.
13. E-PRAAPTI portal primarily helps in:
A) Filing income tax returns
B) Tracking and activating old/inoperative EPF accounts
C) Applying for passports
D) Railway ticket booking
Answer: B) Tracking and activating old/inoperative EPF accounts
Explanation: Aadhaar-based access for unlinked PF accounts.
14. India’s medical wellness tourism heavily promotes which traditional systems?
A) Only Allopathy
B) AYUSH (Ayurveda, Yoga, Unani, Siddha, Homeopathy)
C) Only Homeopathy
D) None
Answer: B) AYUSH
Explanation: India’s medical and wellness tourism strongly integrates AYUSH systems alongside modern allopathic care.
15. Major challenge for India’s medical tourism:
A) Lack of airports
B) Regional imbalance (hospitals concentrated in South & West)
C) No English-speaking staff
D) High costs compared to Southeast Asia
Answer: B) Regional imbalance (hospitals concentrated in South & West)
Explanation: While India offers world-class treatment at lower costs, most JCI-accredited and high-quality hospitals are concentrated in southern and western states (e.g., Delhi-NCR, Mumbai, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad).
16. “Heal in India” initiative focuses on:
A) Domestic healthcare only
B) Promoting Medical Value Travel
C) Export of medicines
D) Vaccination drives
Answer: B) Promoting Medical Value Travel
Explanation: “Heal in India” is a flagship government programme under the Ministry of Tourism and Health to position India as a global hub for Medical Value Travel (MVT).
17. In May 2026, Canada’s intelligence agency CSIS designated which group as a serious national security threat?
A) Sikh separatists / Khalistani extremists
B) ISIS affiliates
C) Chinese agents
D) Russian operatives
Answer: A) Sikh separatists / Khalistani extremists
Explanation: CSIS highlighted Canada-based Khalistani extremist networks in its annual report as a threat to national security.
18. RBI’s new Deputy Governor Rohit Jain will oversee departments related to:
A) Only monetary policy
B) External investments, forex, fintech, etc. (multiple key depts)
C) Only banking supervision
D) Rural credit only
Answer: B) External investments, forex, fintech, etc. (multiple key depts)
Explanation: Rohit Jain, appointed effective May 3, 2026 for three years, is a career RBI officer.
19. The Panchayat Advancement Index (PAI) 2.0, released in May 2026, evaluates performance of how many Panchayats?
A) 1 lakh
B) More than 2.5 lakh
C) 50,000
D) All urban local bodies
Answer: B) More than 2.5 lakh
Explanation: PAI 2.0 is a comprehensive tool to assess the performance of over 2.5 lakh Gram Panchayats across developmental indicators.
20. What is the significance of PaRRVA portal launched by SEBI in early May 2026?
A) Public Awareness and Redressal of Retail Investors’ Grievances
B) Pension scheme tracking
C) Railway reforms
D) Agricultural insurance
Answer: A) Public Awareness and Redressal of Retail Investors’ Grievances
Explanation: It is a new initiative by SEBI for investor grievance redressal and awareness.
21. BJP’s win in West Bengal expanded NDA governance to how many states/UTs approximately?
A) 10-12
B) 21-22
C) 15
D) 28
Answer: B) 21-22
Explanation: The historic victory in West Bengal (207 seats) significantly strengthened the NDA’s footprint across India, taking the number of states/UTs under its control or influence to around 21-22.
22. High voter turnout in West Bengal 2026 elections was around:
A) 60%
B) Record high (significant increase from previous)
C) 40%
D) 75%
Answer: B) Record high (significant increase from previous)
Explanation: Voter turnout reached a record ~92.5-92.93%, showing massive public participation in the two-phase elections held on April 23 and 29, 2026.
23. The 2028 Summer Olympics will be hosted by which city?
A) Paris
B) Los Angeles
C) Brisbane
D) New York
Answer: B) Los Angeles
Explanation: Los Angeles will host the Summer Olympics for the third time (after 1932 and 1984). The Games are officially called LA28.
24. Which Indian athlete is most likely to be the flagbearer or star attraction in Javelin Throw at LA 2028?
A) PV Sindhu
B) Neeraj Chopra
C) Mirabai Chanu
D) Manu Bhaker
Answer: B) Neeraj Chopra
Explanation: Neeraj Chopra remains India’s biggest medal hope in athletics.
25. India conducted missile tests/notification in Bay of Bengal in early May 2026 with range up to:
A) 500 km
B) ~1680 km (related advanced trials)
C) 3000 km
D) 5000 km
Answer: B) (Context of recent defence activities).
Explanation: Along with NASM-SR tests, India carried out notifications for missile activities in the Bay of Bengal with varying ranges, supporting ongoing indigenisation efforts.