Current Affairs in Gujarati 12th October 2026 : Current GK
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1. On May, 2026, India called for Bangladesh’s cooperation regarding the repatriation of illegal immigrants. How many pending nationality verification cases with Bangladesh were mentioned?
A) Over 1,500
B) Over 2,862
C) Over 5,000
D) Over 10,000
Answer: B
Explanation: MEA spokesperson highlighted over 2,862 pending cases, some for over five years.
2. Tamil Nadu Governor Rajendra Vishwanath Arlekar stated on May 7, 2026, that TVK chief Vijay lacked the requisite majority to form the government. Which party does Vijay lead?
A) DMK
B) AIADMK
C) Tamilaga Vettri Kazhagam (TVK)
D) Congress
Answer: C
Explanation: Actor-politician C. Joseph Vijay’s TVK staked claim but was told it lacked support; Left parties and VCK are key.
3. The Union Cabinet approved increasing the number of Supreme Court judges from 34 to 38 (including CJI). When was the last increase before this proposal?
A) 1950
B) 2019
C) 2000
D) 2020
Answer: B
Explanation: The strength was last raised from 31 to 34 in 2019. This requires amending the 1956 Act.
4. What is the name of the mission approved for cotton productivity (2026–31), aligning with the 5F vision (Farm to Fibre to Factory to Fashion to Foreign)?
A) Mission Kapas
B) Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kanti)
C) Cotton 5F Mission
D) Textile Self-Reliance Mission
Answer: B
Explanation: It aims for 498 lakh bales output and 755 kg/ha yield across 140 districts in 14 states.
5. India and Vietnam elevated ties to an enhanced comprehensive strategic partnership on May 6, 2026, setting what trade target by 2030?
A) $10 billion
B) $15 billion
C) $25 billion
D) $50 billion
Answer: C
Explanation: Focus areas include trade, defence, and critical minerals.
6. The IPL 2026 final was shifted from Bengaluru to which city?
A) Chennai
B) Mumbai
C) Ahmedabad
D) Delhi
Answer: C
Explanation: Due to local requirements; other playoffs also reassigned.
7. What major FDI reform was notified in early May 2026 for the insurance sector?
A) 26% FDI
B) 49% FDI
C) 100% FDI via automatic route
D) 74% FDI
Answer: C
Explanation: This aims to attract large-scale FDI and long-term capital.
8. Operation Sindoor (first anniversary commemorated in May 2026) was a multi-domain campaign against terror sanctuaries in which country?
A) Bangladesh
B) Pakistan
C) Sri Lanka
D) Nepal
Answer: B
Explanation: Indian military stated no terror sanctuary is safe.
9. Which state saw political developments where Mamata Banerjee’s TMC faced defeat, with BJP gaining ground in assembly elections around early May 2026?
A) Tamil Nadu
B) West Bengal
C) Kerala
D) Karnataka
Answer: B
Explanation: Reports indicated BJP tightening grip post-elections.
10. US President Trump threatened Iran with higher-level bombing if it did not reopen which strategic waterway (context of ongoing tensions in May 2026)?
A) Suez Canal
B) Strait of Hormuz
C) Malacca Strait
D) Bab el-Mandeb
Answer: B
Explanation: Critical for oil and gas shipments amid reported ceasefire talks.
11. The Supreme Court proposed guidelines for AI use in which two key judicial activities in May 2026?
A) Bail grants and sentencing
B) Drafting judgments and filing petitions
C) Virtual hearings only
D) Evidence recording
Answer: B
Explanation: To regulate tools for research while addressing bias and hallucinations.
12. What hantavirus-related outbreak was reported involving a cruise ship in early May 2026?
A) Andes strain capable of human transmission
B) Only rodent-borne, non-transmissible
C) Ebola-like
D) COVID variant
Answer: A
Explanation: Cases and deaths reported; contact tracing ongoing.
13. In the 2026 NCAA Division I Women’s Tennis Championship (ongoing in May), which venue is hosting the championship match on May 17?
A) UCLA Campus
B) Dan Magill Tennis Complex, Athens, Georgia
C) Indian Wells Tennis Garden
D) USTA Billie Jean King Center
Answer: B
Explanation: The championship final is scheduled for May 17 at the Dan Magill Tennis Complex in Athens, Georgia. Super regionals were held on May 8-9.
14. Which Indian institution entered the top 50 in THE Asia University Rankings 2026?
A) IIT Bombay
B) IISc Bengaluru
C) JNU
D) Delhi University
Answer: B
Explanation: Highlighted in May 5 current affairs.
15. What viability plan was approved for strengthening Regional Rural Banks (RRBs) for 2025-28?
A) Viability Plan 1.0
B) Viability Plan 2.0
C) RRB Digital Plan
D) NABARD Revival
Answer: B
Explanation: Focus on 4 pillars including asset quality and profitability.
16. Electric passenger vehicle sales in India grew by what percentage in April 2026?
A) 50%
B) 75.14%
C) 100%
D) 25%
Answer: B
Explanation: Reaching 23,506 units; Tata led the market.
17. New SOP for FDI approvals sets a processing timeline of how many weeks?
A) 8 weeks
B) 10 weeks
C) 12 weeks
D) 16 weeks
Answer: C
Explanation: With presumed consent after 8 weeks in many cases.
18. In Tamil Nadu politics (May 2026), which parties hold the key for government formation alongside potential alliances?
A) BJP and Congress
B) Left parties (CPI, CPI(M)) and VCK
C) Only AIADMK
D) Shiv Sena
Answer: B
Explanation: Crucial for TVK or other coalitions.
19. What award did Indian journalists Anand RK and Suparna Sharma win (context around May 2026)?
A) Nobel Peace
B) Pulitzer Prize
C) Ramon Magsaysay
D) Sahitya Akademi
Answer: B
Explanation: For their work at Bloomberg.
20. The Cabinet approved FRP for sugarcane for 2026-27 season at Rs 365 per quintal (basic recovery 10.25%). Who chairs the CCEA?
A) Finance Minister
B) Prime Minister Narendra Modi
C) Agriculture Minister
D) RBI Governor
Answer: B
Explanation: Standard for such approvals.
21. In MotoGP French Grand Prix practice at Le Mans in May 2026, who topped the session as the home hero?
A) Marc Marquez
B) Johann Zarco
C) Francesco Bagnaia
D) Jorge Martin
Answer: B
Explanation: Frenchman Johann Zarco topped Friday practice ahead of the French GP, delighting the home crowd one year after his victory at the same venue.
22. The 100% FDI via automatic route in the insurance sector (notified in early May 2026) primarily aims at:
A) Reducing government control completely
B) Attracting large-scale foreign capital and increasing insurance penetration
C) Allowing only life insurance FDI
D) Merging all public sector insurers
Answer: B
Explanation: The reform (amendment to FEMA rules by Ministry of Finance) seeks to bring long-term capital, competition, and deeper market penetration.
23. The Mission for Cotton Productivity (Kapas Kranti / Kapas Kanti) targets self-sufficiency and aims for full implementation alignment by:
A) 2027-28
B) 2030-31
C) 2028-29
D) 2035
Answer: B
Explanation: Cabinet-approved ₹5,659 crore mission targets 498 lakh bales production and 755 kg/ha yield by 2030-31, aligning with the 5F vision.
24. Paytm (One97 Communications) recently ruled out plans for which type of licence following issues with its payments bank?
A) Small Finance Bank licence
B) NBFC licence
C) Universal Bank licence
D) Insurance Broking licence
Answer: B
Explanation: The company clarified no immediate plans for NBFC after regulatory challenges with PPBL.
25. In the context of regional tensions in May 2026, Israel conducted strikes in Beirut targeting:
A) Hamas leadership
B) Hezbollah infrastructure
C) Iranian consulate
D) Syrian bases
Answer: B
Explanation: Ongoing operations against Hezbollah amid broader West Asia developments.