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1)As of Nov'26, what is the eligible age range for customers under YES BANK’s ‘YES vibez’ savings account?

(a) 16–25 years

(b) 18–30 years

(c) 21–35 years

(d) 18–35 years

(e) 25–40 years

 

2)As of Nov'26, according to the Ministry of Finance’s Monthly Economic Review for October 2026, what GDP growth rate was projected for India’s Q2 FY27?

(a) 6.95%

(b) 7.15%

(c) 7.35%

(d) 7.55%

(e) 7.80%

 

3)As of Nov'26, India Post signed an MoU with which organisation to expand doorstep KYC verification services for mutual fund investors across India?

(a) UTI Mutual Fund

(b) HDFC Mutual Fund

(c) SBI Mutual Fund

(d) ICICI Prudential Mutual Fund

(e) Nippon India Mutual Fund

 

4)As of Nov'26, which Japanese financial services group entered into a strategic partnership with One Planet Partners (OPP) by acquiring a minority stake in the company?

(a) Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group

(b) Mizuho Financial Group

(c) Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank

(d) Nomura Holdings

(e) Daiwa Securities Group

 

5)As of Nov'26, Air India partnered with which two organisations to develop a new co-branded credit card for Maharaja Club members?

(a) HDFC Bank and Mastercard

(b) SBI Card and Visa

(c) ICICI Bank and American Express

(d) Axis Bank and Mastercard

(e) Kotak Mahindra Bank and Visa

 

6)As of Nov'26, who has been appointed Chairman of the High-Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat constituted by the Government of India?

(a) Shaktikanta Das

(b) Urjit Patel

(c) N. S. Vishwanathan

(d) Padmaja Chunduru

(e) Suresh N. Patel

 

7)As of Nov'26, who launched the fourth edition of the Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign (TFYC) 4.0 in New Delhi?

(a) J. P. Nadda

(b) Prataprao Jadhav

(c) Anupriya Patel

(d) Mansukh Mandaviya

(e) Ashwini Vaishnaw

 

8)As of Nov'26, under Round 4 of the PLI Scheme for Textiles, what is the revised minimum turnover requirement under Part 2 of the scheme?

(a) ₹50 crore

(b) ₹75 crore

(c) ₹100 crore

(d) ₹150 crore

(e) ₹200 crore

 

9)As of Nov'26, which paragraph of the New Delhi Declaration was referred to in the 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum Joint Declaration regarding counter-terrorism commitments?

(a) Paragraph 10

(b) Paragraph 13

(c) Paragraph 25

(d) Paragraph 40

(e) Paragraph 45

 

10)As of Nov'26, consider the following statements regarding the New Amnesty Scheme 2025 of the Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC):

The scheme is a one-time dispute resolution initiative aimed at reducing the backlog of court cases and promoting compliance under the erstwhile ESI Act.

Employers can settle ad hoc assessments by paying actual contributions and applicable interest without paying damages.

Court cases filed on or before 31 March 2025 are eligible for resolution under the scheme.

(a) Only 1

(b) Only 2

(c) Only 3

(d) All of the above

(e) None of the above

 

11)As of Nov'26, in which district of Gujarat did Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurate and dedicate development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore to the nation?

(a) Kutch

(b) Vadodara

(c) Ahmedabad

(d) Rajkot

(e) Banaskantha

 

12)As of Nov'26, according to the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Report on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), at least how many women and girls were killed every day in armed conflicts worldwide during 2025?

(a) 15

(b) 20

(c) 25

(d) 30

(e) 35

 

13)As of Nov'26, who undertook a four-day state visit to India from 25 to 28 October 2026 as the Acting Head of State of Liechtenstein?

(a) Prince Hans-Adam II

(b) Hereditary Prince Alois

(c) Prince Nikolaus

(d) Prince Maximilian

(e) Prince Wenzel

 

14)As of Nov'26, India and which country formally launched negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) by signing the Terms of Reference (ToR)?

(a) Brazil

(b) Argentina

(c) Chile

(d) Mexico

(e) Peru

 

15)As of Nov'26, how many personnel were awarded the Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026?

(a) 390

(b) 440

(c) 490

(d) 540

(e) 590

 

16)As of Nov'26, who has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force with effect from 1 November 2026?

(a) Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit

(b) Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia

(c) Air Marshal Tejinder Singh

(d) Air Marshal Narmdeshwar Tiwari

(e) Air Marshal Sandeep Singh

 

17)As of Nov'26, who has been appointed as the President-Elect of FICCI for 2026–27?

(a) Vijay Sankar

(b) Anant Goenka

(c) Harsha Vardhan Agarwal

(d) Sanjiv Mehta

(e) Rishad Premji

 

18)As of Nov'26, Indian defence technology start-up IG Defence signed an MoU with which Oman-based company to explore the co-development and localisation of advanced defence systems?

(a) Oman Defence Technologies

(b) Muscat Engineering Group

(c) Gulf Defence Solutions

(d) Oman Aerospace Industries

(e) MSA Global LLC

 

19)As of Nov'26, what was the theme of the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026 held in New Delhi?

(a) Science for Sustainable Development

(b) Innovation for a Developed India

(c) Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society

(d) Technology for Inclusive Growth

(e) Research, Innovation and Digital Transformation

 

20)Which shipbuilding companies have been selected to construct the eight Next-Generation Corvettes (NGCs) for the Indian Navy?

(a) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited and Cochin Shipyard Limited

(b) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited and Goa Shipyard Limited

(c) Hindustan Shipyard Limited and Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited

(d) Cochin Shipyard Limited and Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited

(e) Goa Shipyard Limited and Hindustan Shipyard Limited

 

21)In which region of Maharashtra was the newly discovered microscopic land snail species Dicharax tilariensis found?

(a) Amboli region

(b) Tilari region

(c) Mahabaleshwar region

(d) Bhimashankar region

(e) Tadoba region

 

22)Which two newly discovered flowering plant species were identified by researchers from the Botanical Survey of India and Madras Christian College in Arunachal Pradesh?

(a) Ophiorrhiza shidiensis and Ophiorrhiza pemae

(b) Ophiorrhiza indica and Ophiorrhiza assamica

(c) Rubiaceae shidiensis and Rubiaceae pemae

(d) Ophiorrhiza vijoynagarensis and Ophiorrhiza changlangensis

(e) Ophiorrhiza khandui and Ophiorrhiza lisuensis

 

23)Which two sportspersons have been nominated as athlete representatives in the proposed Organising Committee for the 2030 Commonwealth Games in Ahmedabad?

(a) M. S. Dhoni and Mary Kom

(b) Sachin Tendulkar and P. V. Sindhu

(c) Rahul Dravid and P. V. Sindhu

(d) Virender Sehwag and Saina Nehwal

(e) Rahul Dravid and Saina Nehwal

 

24)Which profession was associated with Barbara Barrie, who recently passed away at the age of 95 in the United States?

(a) Singer

(b) Author

(c) Journalist

(d) Film director

(e) Actress

 

25)What is the official theme of World Stroke Day 2026, is observed annually on 29 October?

(a) Together Against Stroke

(b) Every M1nute Counts

(c) Save Lives, Prevent Stroke

(d) Time to Act on Stroke

(e) Act Now, Save a Life

 

26)On National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, which date is it observed to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel?

(a) 2 October

(b) 26 October

(c) 31 October

(d) 14 November

(e) 15 August

 

27)What is the theme of Vigilance Awareness Week 2026, observed under the leadership of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC)?

(a) Integrity Begins with Us

(b) Probity for Prosperity

(c) Transparency for a Developed India

(d) Corruption-Free India

(e) Integrity for National Growth

 

28)During which period is United Nations (UN) Disarmament Week 2026 observed?

(a) 1–7 October

(b) 10–16 October

(c) 17–23 October

(d) 24–30 October

(e) 25–31 October

 

29)Where is the world's highest post office located?

(a) Leh, Ladakh

(b) Hikkim, Himachal Pradesh

(c) Tawang, Arunachal Pradesh

(d) Kaza, Himachal Pradesh

(e) Nubra Valley, Ladakh

 

30)As of 2026, who is the Union Cabinet Minister of Health and Family Welfare?

(a) Prataprao Jadhav

(b) Anupriya Patel

(c) J. P. Nadda

(d) Mansukh Mandaviya

(e) Ashwini Vaishnaw

 

Answers:

1)Answer: B

Short Explanation:

YES BANK launched ‘YES vibez’, a savings account designed specifically for Generation Z (Gen Z) customers aged 18–30 years.

The account aims to combine digital banking, investment opportunities, spending rewards and lifestyle benefits to meet the financial preferences of young customers.

The account offers cashback of up to ₹12,000 on debit card spending.

Customers can earn rewards of up to ₹3,000 on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) merchant transactions.

Detailed Explanation:

YES BANK launched ‘YES vibez’, a savings account designed specifically for Generation Z (Gen Z) customers aged 18–30 years.

The account aims to combine digital banking, investment opportunities, spending rewards and lifestyle benefits to meet the financial preferences of young customers.

The account offers cashback of up to ₹12,000 on debit card spending.

Customers can earn rewards of up to ₹3,000 on Unified Payments Interface (UPI) merchant transactions.

The account provides onboarding benefits worth up to ₹22,000.

Customers can enjoy zero service charges, subject to maintaining the required Average Monthly Balance (AMB) of ₹25,000.

The account offers a Demat and Trading Account through YES Securities with zero brokerage for the first year.

 

2)Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) released the Monthly Economic Review for October 2026, projecting India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth at 7.35% for the second quarter (Q2: July–September) of FY 2026–27.

The projected GDP growth rate of 7.35% is 45 basis points (bps) lower than the 7.8% growth recorded in the preceding quarter of FY27.

The Q2 FY27 GDP estimate is based on the MoF’s Economic Division’s nowcasting model, which was introduced in the Economic Survey of FY26.

The growth projection is supported by several economic indicators, including Gross GST collections, which increased by 15% year-on-year.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Finance (MoF) released the Monthly Economic Review for October 2026, projecting India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth at 7.35% for the second quarter (Q2: July–September) of FY 2026–27.

The projected GDP growth rate of 7.35% is 45 basis points (bps) lower than the 7.8% growth recorded in the preceding quarter of FY27.

The Q2 FY27 GDP estimate is based on the MoF’s Economic Division’s nowcasting model, which was introduced in the Economic Survey of FY26.

The growth projection is supported by several economic indicators, including Gross GST collections, which increased by 15% year-on-year.

E-way bill generation, which tracks the movement of goods, increased by 7%, while domestic automobile sales grew by approximately 25%.

The Index of Industrial Production (IIP) recorded 8% year-on-year growth in August 2026, emerging as the strongest indicator supporting the GDP projection.

In August 2026, the electricity and gas supply sector recorded growth of 12.3%, while the manufacturing sector expanded by 9%.

The mining and quarrying sector registered a contraction of 5.6% during the same period.

 

3)Answer: A

Short Explanation:

India Post, under the Department of Posts (DoP), Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UTI Mutual Fund to expand doorstep Know Your Customer (KYC) verification services across India.

UTI Mutual Fund is one of India’s oldest and largest Asset Management Companies (AMCs).

The MoU was signed in Mumbai, Maharashtra, by Adnan Ahmed, Chief General Manager, Parcel & CCS Directorate, Department of Posts, and Vetri Subramaniam, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), UTI AMC.

Detailed Explanation:

India Post, under the Department of Posts (DoP), Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with UTI Mutual Fund to expand doorstep Know Your Customer (KYC) verification services across India.

UTI Mutual Fund is one of India’s oldest and largest Asset Management Companies (AMCs).

The MoU was signed in Mumbai, Maharashtra, by Adnan Ahmed, Chief General Manager, Parcel & CCS Directorate, Department of Posts, and Vetri Subramaniam, Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), UTI AMC.

The renewed MoU builds on the earlier KYC remediation initiative, which aimed to resolve pending KYC requirements and documentation gaps.

Under the Pan-India KYC Verification Project, India Post will use its extensive postal network and last-mile connectivity to provide doorstep KYC verification to UTI Mutual Fund investors.

The initiative will cover investors across India, particularly those living in remote, rural and underserved areas.

The partnership aims to simplify the KYC verification process, improve investor services and make mutual fund services more accessible.

The initiative is expected to encourage wider participation in mutual funds and ensure uninterrupted access to mutual fund investments.

India Post is India's national postal system and operates under the Ministry of Communications.

 

4)Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank (SuMiTB), a Japanese financial services group, entered into a strategic partnership with India-based One Planet Partners (OPP) by acquiring a minority stake in the company.

The partnership aims to increase SuMiTB’s investments in India’s energy transition, mobility and manufacturing sectors.

Under the partnership, SuMiTB will launch OPP’s maiden Private Equity (PE) fund, targeting a corpus of over ₹3,000 crore.

The fund’s first close is planned by 2027.

Detailed Explanation:

Sumitomo Mitsui Trust Bank (SuMiTB), a Japanese financial services group, entered into a strategic partnership with India-based One Planet Partners (OPP) by acquiring a minority stake in the company.

The partnership aims to increase SuMiTB’s investments in India’s energy transition, mobility and manufacturing sectors.

Under the partnership, SuMiTB will launch OPP’s maiden Private Equity (PE) fund, targeting a corpus of over ₹3,000 crore.

The fund’s first close is planned by 2027.

The proposed fund will focus on high-growth businesses across the energy transition, mobility and manufacturing sectors.

The fund will provide scale-up capital ranging from ₹100 crore to ₹500 crore to enterprises with annual revenues between ₹200 crore and ₹2,000 crore.

SuMiTB will also establish a dedicated Separately Managed Account (SMA), which will be managed by OPP to expand the bank’s investment presence in India.

 

5)Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Air India, SBI Card (SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited) and Visa partnered to develop a new co-branded credit card offering travel and lifestyle benefits to members of Air India’s Maharaja Club loyalty programme.

This marks Air India’s first co-branded credit card initiative since its privatisation and acquisition by the Tata Group in January 2022.

The proposed credit card will offer travel and lifestyle benefits, allowing cardholders to earn Maharaja Points on everyday retail spending and travel transactions.

Detailed Explanation:

Air India, SBI Card (SBI Cards and Payment Services Limited) and Visa partnered to develop a new co-branded credit card offering travel and lifestyle benefits to members of Air India’s Maharaja Club loyalty programme.

This marks Air India’s first co-branded credit card initiative since its privatisation and acquisition by the Tata Group in January 2022.

The proposed credit card will offer travel and lifestyle benefits, allowing cardholders to earn Maharaja Points on everyday retail spending and travel transactions.

Air India’s Maharaja Club loyalty programme was redesigned in 2024 and has added over 5 million members.

Maharaja Club members can earn points on eligible flights across 104 destinations and 25 Star Alliance member airlines.

Members can also earn Maharaja Points through partnerships with over 100 brands across hospitality, retail, lifestyle and financial services.

The accumulated points can be redeemed for flights and upgrades on Air India, Air India Express and Star Alliance member airlines.

 

6)Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Government of India has constituted a High-Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat to review the Indian banking sector and recommend structural, institutional, regulatory and legislative reforms.

The committee aims to make India's banking sector globally competitive, financially inclusive and resilient, supporting the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

The committee was announced by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her Union Budget 2026–27 speech.

Chairman: Suresh N. Patel, former Central Vigilance Commissioner.

Detailed Explanation:

The Government of India has constituted a High-Level Committee on Banking for Viksit Bharat to review the Indian banking sector and recommend structural, institutional, regulatory and legislative reforms.

The committee aims to make India's banking sector globally competitive, financially inclusive and resilient, supporting the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

The committee was announced by Union Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman in her Union Budget 2026–27 speech.

Composition of the Committee:

Chairman: Suresh N. Patel, former Central Vigilance Commissioner.

Member: Shirish Chandra Murmu, Deputy Governor, Reserve Bank of India (RBI).

Member: Padmaja Chunduru, former Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer (MD & CEO), Indian Bank.

Member: N. S. Vishwanathan, former Deputy Governor, RBI.

Member Secretary: Joint Secretary (Banking), Department of Financial Services.

The committee will have a tenure of six months.

 

7)Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav launched the fourth edition of the Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign (TFYC) 4.0 in New Delhi.

The 60-day nationwide campaign, organised by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, aims to:

Prevent the initiation of tobacco use among young people.

Encourage tobacco users to quit.

Strengthen the enforcement of tobacco control laws.

Promote tobacco-free environments across the country.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister of State for Health and Family Welfare Prataprao Jadhav launched the fourth edition of the Tobacco-Free Youth Campaign (TFYC) 4.0 in New Delhi.

The 60-day nationwide campaign, organised by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, aims to:

Prevent the initiation of tobacco use among young people.

Encourage tobacco users to quit.

Strengthen the enforcement of tobacco control laws.

Promote tobacco-free environments across the country.

The campaign seeks to protect young people from tobacco use so that they can contribute effectively to the nation's development. The Minister emphasised that youth health and well-being are essential to India's vision of becoming a developed nation.

Under the previous three editions of the campaign, more than 5.8 lakh educational institutions and 73,000 villages were declared tobacco-free.

The Minister highlighted that the harmful effects of tobacco are not restricted to users, as people exposed to tobacco smoke and other forms of tobacco use are also affected. He also noted that a large number of cancer cases in India are linked to tobacco consumption.

 

8)Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Textiles will reopen the application portal for the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles under Round 4, from 1 November to 31 December 2026, to accept fresh applications.

The scheme aims to promote the manufacturing of Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics and technical textiles, enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities, attract investment, generate employment and strengthen India's position in global textile value chains.

To encourage wider participation, the Ministry has introduced the following modifications to the scheme:

Reduction in minimum turnover criterion: Under Part 2 of the scheme, the minimum turnover requirement has been reduced from ₹200 crore to ₹100 crore, enabling greater participation by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and mid-sized manufacturing units.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Textiles will reopen the application portal for the Production Linked Incentive (PLI) Scheme for Textiles under Round 4, from 1 November to 31 December 2026, to accept fresh applications.

The scheme aims to promote the manufacturing of Man-Made Fibre (MMF) apparel, MMF fabrics and technical textiles, enhance domestic manufacturing capabilities, attract investment, generate employment and strengthen India's position in global textile value chains.

To encourage wider participation, the Ministry has introduced the following modifications to the scheme:

Reduction in minimum turnover criterion: Under Part 2 of the scheme, the minimum turnover requirement has been reduced from ₹200 crore to ₹100 crore, enabling greater participation by Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and mid-sized manufacturing units.

Extension of scheme tenure: The scheme tenure has been extended up to Financial Year 2033–34 exclusively for applicants approved under Round 4. This provides them with a longer investment and operational period to establish and expand their manufacturing capacities.

Migration of existing participants: Companies participating in Rounds 1, 2 and 3, under any part of the scheme, are eligible to migrate to Round 4 if they have neither claimed nor received any incentive so far. Migration is subject to withdrawal of their existing applications under the respective earlier rounds.

The online application portal, https://pli.texmin.gov.in, will remain open from 1 November to 31 December 2026.

 

9)Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, concluded with the adoption of a Joint Declaration, reaffirming the commitment of member nations to the principles of the United Nations (UN) Charter, including sovereign equality, mutual respect, non-interference in internal affairs and the peaceful settlement of international disputes.

United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reform received explicit support, with reference to Paragraph 13 of the New Delhi Declaration. The declaration called for reforms to make global governance more representative and ensure greater representation of the Global South in international decision-making.

The declaration incorporated India's position on national security through strong counter-terrorism commitments, building on Paragraph 40 of the New Delhi Declaration.

Detailed Explanation:

The 12th BRICS Parliamentary Forum, inaugurated by Lok Sabha Speaker Om Birla, concluded with the adoption of a Joint Declaration, reaffirming the commitment of member nations to the principles of the United Nations (UN) Charter, including sovereign equality, mutual respect, non-interference in internal affairs and the peaceful settlement of international disputes.

The declaration reflected India's strategic priorities under its BRICS Chairship, while reaffirming the consensus reached in the New Delhi Declaration (NDD).

United Nations Security Council (UNSC) reform received explicit support, with reference to Paragraph 13 of the New Delhi Declaration. The declaration called for reforms to make global governance more representative and ensure greater representation of the Global South in international decision-making.

The declaration incorporated India's position on national security through strong counter-terrorism commitments, building on Paragraph 40 of the New Delhi Declaration. It:

Condemned cross-border terrorism, terror financing and the provision of safe havens to terrorists.

Called for zero tolerance towards terrorism and an end to double standards in counter-terrorism efforts.

 

10)Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has extended its New Amnesty Scheme 2025 until 31 December 2026, providing employers and insured persons additional time to settle pending legal disputes.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment announced the three-month extension following a review of representations received from various stakeholders.

The scheme was initially operational from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026 and will continue under the existing terms and conditions.

The New Amnesty Scheme 2025 is a one-time dispute resolution initiative aimed at reducing the backlog of court cases and promoting compliance under the erstwhile Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act.

Detailed Explanation:

The Employees’ State Insurance Corporation (ESIC) has extended its New Amnesty Scheme 2025 until 31 December 2026, providing employers and insured persons additional time to settle pending legal disputes.

The Ministry of Labour and Employment announced the three-month extension following a review of representations received from various stakeholders.

The scheme was initially operational from 1 October 2025 to 30 September 2026 and will continue under the existing terms and conditions.

The New Amnesty Scheme 2025 is a one-time dispute resolution initiative aimed at reducing the backlog of court cases and promoting compliance under the erstwhile Employees’ State Insurance (ESI) Act.

The scheme enables employers to resolve eligible disputes with ESIC through out-of-court settlements, subject to the prescribed conditions.

Key settlement provisions under the scheme include:

Ad hoc assessments: Employers can settle such assessments by paying the actual contributions and applicable interest, without paying damages.

Dues already paid: Cases in which employers have already paid their dues can be withdrawn by paying 10% of the disputed damages.

Non-submission of records or delayed payments: Cases filed by ESIC on these grounds can be withdrawn with the court’s permission, provided the required compliance has subsequently been completed.

Court cases filed on or before 31 March 2025 are eligible for resolution under the scheme.

 

11)Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore to the nation in Banaskantha, Gujarat.

The Prime Minister also released a fresh instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), transferring over ₹18,000 crore to the bank accounts of approximately 10 crore farmers across India.

Modi stated that the Union Government had increased the national agricultural budget by more than five times compared with 2013–14.

He highlighted that over ₹1,000 crore had been transferred to the accounts of more than 50 lakh farmers in Gujarat, including nearly ₹50 crore for lakhs of farming families in Banaskantha.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi laid the foundation stone, inaugurated and dedicated development projects worth over ₹14,000 crore to the nation in Banaskantha, Gujarat.

The Prime Minister also released a fresh instalment of the Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi (PM-KISAN), transferring over ₹18,000 crore to the bank accounts of approximately 10 crore farmers across India.

Modi stated that the Union Government had increased the national agricultural budget by more than five times compared with 2013–14.

He highlighted that over ₹1,000 crore had been transferred to the accounts of more than 50 lakh farmers in Gujarat, including nearly ₹50 crore for lakhs of farming families in Banaskantha.

He cited five major government interventions that have collectively delivered or saved more than ₹50 lakh crore for farmers:

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Samman Nidhi: Nearly ₹4.5 lakh crore transferred directly to small farmers' bank accounts. Small farmers account for more than 85% of India's farming community.

Fertiliser subsidy: Approximately ₹16 lakh crore spent to protect farmers from the sharp rise in global fertiliser prices amid international uncertainty.

Minimum Support Price (MSP): Wheat and paddy farmers received more than ₹24 lakh crore through MSP procurement over the preceding 12 years.

Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY): Farmers received over ₹2 lakh crore in crop insurance compensation over the preceding 10–12 years.

Pradhan Mantri Kisan Urja Suraksha evam Utthaan Mahabhiyan (PM-KUSUM): Nearly 12 lakh solar pumps were distributed, generating additional electricity and helping farmers avoid purchasing more than 80 crore litres of diesel.

 

12)Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The United Nations (UN) released the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Report on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), highlighting the increasing impact of armed conflicts on women and girls worldwide.

According to the report, at least 25 women and girls were killed every day in armed conflicts worldwide during 2025.

More than 37,000 civilians were killed in armed conflicts in 2025, with women and girls accounting for 25% (one in four) of the deaths.

The share of women and girls among civilian deaths in armed conflicts doubled compared with 2021.

Detailed Explanation:

The United Nations (UN) released the 2026 UN Secretary-General’s Report on Women, Peace and Security (WPS), highlighting the increasing impact of armed conflicts on women and girls worldwide.

According to the report, at least 25 women and girls were killed every day in armed conflicts worldwide during 2025.

More than 37,000 civilians were killed in armed conflicts in 2025, with women and girls accounting for 25% (one in four) of the deaths.

The share of women and girls among civilian deaths in armed conflicts doubled compared with 2021.

Around 750 million women and girls lived within 50 kilometres of active conflict zones in 2025, which was 40 million more than in 2024.

The UN verified 9,788 cases of conflict-related sexual violence in 2025, nearly four times the 2022 figure.

 

13)Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Hereditary Prince Alois, the Acting Head of State of the Principality of Liechtenstein, undertook a four-day state visit to India from 25 to 28 October 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This was Prince Alois’s second visit to India in 2026, following his participation in the AI Impact Summit held in February 2026.

He was accompanied by his spouse, Hereditary Princess Sophie, along with a high-level official and business delegation comprising prominent industry leaders.

Detailed Explanation:

Hereditary Prince Alois, the Acting Head of State of the Principality of Liechtenstein, undertook a four-day state visit to India from 25 to 28 October 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This was Prince Alois’s second visit to India in 2026, following his participation in the AI Impact Summit held in February 2026.

He was accompanied by his spouse, Hereditary Princess Sophie, along with a high-level official and business delegation comprising prominent industry leaders.

President Droupadi Murmu accorded a ceremonial reception to Hereditary Prince Alois and Princess Sophie at Rashtrapati Bhavan, New Delhi, in the presence of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi held a bilateral meeting with Prince Alois at Hyderabad House, New Delhi.

 

14)Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India and Mexico formally launched negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) by signing the Terms of Reference (ToR).

The agreement aims to expand bilateral trade, create business opportunities, strengthen investment flows and promote resilient and diversified supply chains.

The Terms of Reference (ToR) were signed during the visit of Rajesh Agrawal, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), to Mexico City, Mexico.

Detailed Explanation:

India and Mexico formally launched negotiations for a Preferential Trade Agreement (PTA) by signing the Terms of Reference (ToR).

The agreement aims to expand bilateral trade, create business opportunities, strengthen investment flows and promote resilient and diversified supply chains.

The Terms of Reference (ToR) were signed during the visit of Rajesh Agrawal, Secretary, Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), to Mexico City, Mexico.

The ToR established the framework, scope, negotiating modalities and roadmap for the proposed India–Mexico PTA.

Key negotiating areas include market access for goods, rules of origin, customs procedures, trade facilitation and dispute settlement.

Other negotiating areas include Sanitary and Phytosanitary (SPS) measures, Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) and trade remedies.

The priority sectors for cooperation include automobiles, chemicals, electronics, pharmaceuticals, agri-food, energy, critical minerals, medical devices and advanced manufacturing.

 

15)Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026 has been awarded to 490 personnel from various States, Union Territories (UTs), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Central Police Organisations (CPOs).

The medal recognises excellence in professional work, promotes high professional standards and boosts the morale of police and other eligible personnel.

Detailed Explanation:

The Kendriya Grihmantri Dakshata Padak 2026 has been awarded to 490 personnel from various States, Union Territories (UTs), Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs) and Central Police Organisations (CPOs).

The medal recognises excellence in professional work, promotes high professional standards and boosts the morale of police and other eligible personnel.

The award was initiated under the leadership of Prime Minister Narendra Modi and the guidance of Union Home Minister and Minister of Cooperation Amit Shah.

The medal was instituted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) through a notification dated 1 February 2024.

The awardees are announced annually on 31 October, the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel.

The list of awardees is published on the official website of the Ministry of Home Affairs – https://www.mha.gov.in.

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) with effect from 1 November 2026.

He is currently serving as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Eastern Air Command.

He will succeed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, who will take over as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on 31 October 2026.

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and was commissioned into the Fighter Stream of the IAF on 11 June 1988.

 

16)Answer: B

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia has been appointed as the Vice Chief of the Air Staff (VCAS) of the Indian Air Force (IAF) with effect from 1 November 2026.

He is currently serving as the Air Officer Commanding-in-Chief (AOC-in-C) of the Eastern Air Command.

He will succeed Air Marshal Ashutosh Dixit, who will take over as the 29th Chief of the Air Staff (CAS) on 31 October 2026.

Air Marshal Inderpal Singh Walia is an alumnus of the National Defence Academy (NDA) and was commissioned into the Fighter Stream of the IAF on 11 June 1988.

 

17)Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) appointed Vijay Sankar, Chairman of The Sanmar Group, as its President-Elect for 2026–27.

The appointment was announced following a decision taken at FICCI’s National Executive Committee Meeting (NECM) held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Vijay Sankar currently serves as Senior Vice-President of FICCI and will succeed Anant Goenka as FICCI President.

Detailed Explanation:

The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI) appointed Vijay Sankar, Chairman of The Sanmar Group, as its President-Elect for 2026–27.

The appointment was announced following a decision taken at FICCI’s National Executive Committee Meeting (NECM) held in Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Vijay Sankar currently serves as Senior Vice-President of FICCI and will succeed Anant Goenka as FICCI President.

He will formally assume office after FICCI’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) and Annual Convention, scheduled for 18–19 November 2026 in New Delhi.

His appointment marks the return of a Tamil Nadu-based industrialist to FICCI’s presidency after more than two decades.

A. C. Muthiah was the previous Tamil Nadu-based industrialist to serve as FICCI President during 2002–03.

 

18)Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Indian defence technology start-up IG Defence signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oman-based MSA Global LLC to explore the co-development and localisation of advanced defence systems for Oman and the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

The MoU was exchanged during the 2nd India–Oman Defence Industry Seminar held in Muscat, Oman.

The MoU was signed by Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IG Defence, and Colonel M. S. Atwal (Retd.), Chairman of MSA Global.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian defence technology start-up IG Defence signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Oman-based MSA Global LLC to explore the co-development and localisation of advanced defence systems for Oman and the wider Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) region.

The MoU was exchanged during the 2nd India–Oman Defence Industry Seminar held in Muscat, Oman.

The MoU was signed by Bodhisattwa Sanghapriya, Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of IG Defence, and Colonel M. S. Atwal (Retd.), Chairman of MSA Global.

The seminar was facilitated by the Department of Defence Production (DDP), Ministry of Defence, in association with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

Prashant Pise, Ambassador of India to Oman, was among the dignitaries present at the event.

 

Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) participated in the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 27 to 29 October 2026.

The theme of ESTIC 2026 was “Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society.”

The conclave was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and jointly organised by 12 ministries and departments under the guidance of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.

 

Detailed Explanation:

The Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) participated in the Emerging Science, Technology and Innovation Conclave (ESTIC) 2026, held at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, from 27 to 29 October 2026.

The theme of ESTIC 2026 was “Creative Minds, Catalysing Science, Empowering Society.”

The conclave was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi and jointly organised by 12 ministries and departments under the guidance of the Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India.

The event showcased cutting-edge research, deep-tech breakthroughs and scientific innovations through discussions involving Nobel Laureates, global experts, policymakers and emerging leaders.

DRDO was one of the key organisers and led the thematic session on “Semiconductors and Next-Generation Chips.”

The session was chaired by Dr B. K. Das, Distinguished Scientist and Director General of Electronics and Communication Systems (ECS), DRDO.

At the thematic exhibition on Semiconductors and Next-Generation Chips, DRDO showcased two major semiconductor technologies: Monolithic Microwave Integrated Circuits (MMICs) and Infrared Focal Plane Arrays (IRFPAs).

 

 

20)Answer: B

The Cabinet Committee on Security (CCS), chaired by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, approved a project worth over ₹40,000 crore to build 8 Next-Generation Corvettes (NGCs) for the Indian Navy (IN).

The 8 NGCs will be constructed by two state-owned shipbuilders: Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers Limited (GRSE), Kolkata, West Bengal, and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa.

GRSE will construct 5 corvettes, while GSL will construct the remaining 3 corvettes.

The NGCs will be built using a new in-house design developed by the Indian Navy, incorporating advanced shipbuilding technologies.

Each warship will have an approximate displacement of 2,000 tonnes and a top speed of around 30 knots.

 

21)Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Researchers from the Thackeray Wildlife Foundation discovered a new species of microscopic land snail named Dicharax tilariensis in the Tilari region of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra.

Dicharax tilariensis is currently known only from the Tilari region, making it endemic to the area.

The research paper was published in the Journal of Conchology, published by the Conchological Society of Great Britain and Ireland.

Detailed Explanation:

Researchers from the Thackeray Wildlife Foundation discovered a new species of microscopic land snail named Dicharax tilariensis in the Tilari region of Kolhapur district, Maharashtra.

Dicharax tilariensis is currently known only from the Tilari region, making it endemic to the area.

The research paper was published in the Journal of Conchology, published by the Conchological Society of Great Britain and Ireland.

The newly identified snail inhabits microhabitats containing forest litter, decaying organic matter and moist soil in the semi-evergreen forests of Tilari.

The species name Dicharax tilariensis is derived from the Tilari region, its only known habitat.

The specimens were collected near Swapnavel Point, close to Tilarinagar, in Kolhapur district, Maharashtra.

 

22)Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Researchers from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) and Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, discovered two new flowering plant species, Ophiorrhiza shidiensis and Ophiorrhiza pemae, in the Vijoynagar region of Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh.

Both newly discovered species belong to the Rubiaceae family, commonly known as the coffee family.

The findings were published on 23 October 2026 in the scientific journal Taiwania.

Detailed Explanation:

Researchers from the Botanical Survey of India (BSI) and Madras Christian College (MCC), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, discovered two new flowering plant species, Ophiorrhiza shidiensis and Ophiorrhiza pemae, in the Vijoynagar region of Changlang district, Arunachal Pradesh.

Both newly discovered species belong to the Rubiaceae family, commonly known as the coffee family.

The findings were published on 23 October 2026 in the scientific journal Taiwania.

Ophiorrhiza shidiensis was named after Shidi, the traditional name for Gandhigram used by the Lisu (Yobin) community of Arunachal Pradesh.

Ophiorrhiza shidiensis is an erect, perennial herb that grows up to 1 metre in height.

Ophiorrhiza pemae was named in honour of Pema Khandu, Chief Minister of Arunachal Pradesh, recognising his contributions to the state’s development and scientific activities.

 

23)Answer: E

Former Indian cricket captain Rahul Dravid and Olympic medal-winning badminton player Saina Nehwal have been nominated by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports as athlete representatives in the proposed Organising Committee (OC) for the 2030 Commonwealth Games (CWG) in Ahmedabad, Gujarat.

The proposed Organising Committee is expected to have 12–15 members and be headed by Harsh Sanghavi, Deputy Chief Minister of Gujarat, who also holds the sports portfolio.

 

24)Answer: E

Short Explanation:

American actress Barbara Barrie, known for her Oscar-nominated performance, passed away at the age of 95 in Manhattan, New York City,United States of America (USA).

She was born as Barbara Ann Berman on 23 May 1931 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

She made her Broadway debut in The Wooden Dish (1955) and her film debut in Giant (1956).

She won the Best Actress Award at the 1964 Cannes Film Festival for her performance in One Potato, Two Potato, which explored interracial marriage and racial prejudice.

Detailed Explanation:

American actress Barbara Barrie, known for her Oscar-nominated performance, passed away at the age of 95 in Manhattan, New York City,United States of America (USA).

She was born as Barbara Ann Berman on 23 May 1931 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.

She made her Broadway debut in The Wooden Dish (1955) and her film debut in Giant (1956).

She won the Best Actress Award at the 1964 Cannes Film Festival for her performance in One Potato, Two Potato, which explored interracial marriage and racial prejudice.

She received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress at the 1980 Oscars for portraying Evelyn Stohler in Breaking Away (1979).

She played Elizabeth Miller in Barney Miller and Helen Keane in Suddenly Susan (1996–2000).

She received three Emmy Award nominations during her television career.

Her final screen credit was in the 2025 romantic comedy Things Like This.

 

25)Answer: B

World Stroke Day is observed annually on 29 October to raise awareness about stroke prevention, early identification, treatment and rehabilitation.

The official theme for World Stroke Day 2026, announced by the World Stroke Organization (WSO), is “Every M1nute Counts”, accompanied by the campaign call #ActFAST.

 

26)Answer: C

National Unity Day, also known as Rashtriya Ekta Diwas, is observed annually on 31 October to commemorate the birth anniversary of Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel, who was born on 31 October 1875.

The theme for National Unity Day 2026 and the accompanying Bharat Parv celebrations in Gujarat is “Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat”, highlighting national integration, solidarity and unity in diversity.

National Unity Day was first celebrated in 2014, following its introduction by Prime Minister Narendra Modi, to honour Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel's contribution to India's national integration.

 

27)Answer: B

Vigilance Awareness Week 2026 is being observed across India from 26 October to 1 November 2026 under the leadership of the Central Vigilance Commission (CVC).

The theme for 2026 is “Probity for Prosperity” (सत्यनिष्ठा से समृद्धि).

The observance began on 26 October 2026, when public servants took the Integrity Pledge across government departments, public sector enterprises and banks.

 

28)Answer: D

United Nations (UN) Disarmament Week 2026 is observed from 24 to 30 October to promote awareness and understanding of disarmament issues and highlight their importance in maintaining international peace and security.

The observance begins on 24 October, which marks the anniversary of the founding of the United Nations.

In 1978, the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) called for the observance of Disarmament Week in the Final Document of its special session on disarmament through Resolution A/RES/S-10/2.

 

29)Answer: B

India Post is India's national postal system and operates under the Ministry of Communications.

The modern postal system was formally established in 1854, with its roots dating back to 1766.

The world's highest post office is located at Hikkim, Himachal Pradesh, at an altitude of approximately 4,400 metres above sea level.

 

30)Answer: C

About Ministry of Health and Family Welfare:

Cabinet Minister: J. P. Nadda

Constituency: Gujarat (Rajya Sabha)

Ministers of State (MoS): Prataprao Jadhav

Ministers of State (MoS): Anupriya Patel