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1) Who inaugurated the Fifth Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026), held from 3–5 October 2026 in New Delhi?

(a) Nirmala Sitharaman

(b) C. P. Radhakrishnan

(c) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

(d) Gajendra Singh Shekhawat

(e) Amélie de Montchalin

2) Under SEBI Settlement Regulations, 2026, cases with a settlement amount not exceeding what threshold qualify for the monetary threshold-based fast-track settlement route?

(a) ₹5 lakh

(b) ₹10 lakh

(c) ₹25 lakh

(d) ₹50 lakh₹1 crore

(e) ₹1 crore

3) Which bank launched the ‘Verto’ premium savings account offering integrated financial solutions for young professionals and entrepreneurs?

(a) Federal Bank Limited

(b) HDFC Bank Limited

(c) ICICI Bank Limited

(d) Axis Bank Limited

(e) IndusInd Bank Limited

4) Which institution supported the Government of Kerala’s proposal to establish a Carbon Credit Cell under the Department of Agriculture?

(a) Asian Development Bank

(b) World Bank

(c) International Monetary Fund

(d) New Development Bank

(e) Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank

5) How much worth of Government Securities (G-Secs) did the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sell through an Open Market Operation (OMO) sale auction to absorb surplus liquidity from the banking system?

(a) ₹25,000 crore

(b) ₹40,000 crore

(c) ₹50,000 crore

(d) ₹75,000 crore

(e) ₹1 lakh crore

6) According to SBI Research, approximately how much did Indian banks mobilise through the FCNR(B) deposit scheme under the concessional dollar-rupee swap scheme?

(a) USD 75 billion

(b) USD 127 billion

(c) USD 135 billion

(d) USD 150 billion

(e) USD 175 billion

7) According to CRIF High Mark, what was the year-on-year growth rate of India’s MSME credit portfolio, which reached ₹47.4 trillion as of June 2026?

(a) 12.5%

(b) 10.2%

(c) 11.5%

(d) 17.4%

(e) 21.3%

8) In Delhi, the monthly incentive for Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers has been increased from ₹3,000 to what amount?

(a) ₹4,000

(b) ₹4,500

(c) ₹5,000

(d) ₹6,000

(e) ₹7,000

 

9) Which religious site was certified as an ‘Eat Right Place of Worship’ by the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) in October 2026?

(a) Shri Kashi Vishwanath Temple, Varanasi

(b) Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Ayodhya

(c) Tirumala Venkateswara Temple, Tirupati

(d) Golden Temple, Amritsar

(e) Jagannath Temple, Puri

 

10) Who will attend the 33rd Foundation Day celebration of the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, on 12 October 2026, as the Chief Guest?

(a) Justice V. Ramasubramanian

(b) Priyank Kanoongo

(c) Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi

(d) Piyush Goyal

(e) Justice Surya Kant

11) Which traditional sweet offering of Gujarat received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag in October 2026?

(a) Ambaji Mohanthal Prasad

(b) Dharwad Peda

(c) Mathura Peda

(d) Tirupati Laddu

(e) Mahim Halwa

12) Who constituted the Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being under the aegis of the Supreme Court of India on the occasion of World Mental Health Day?

(a) Justice B. R. Gavai

(b) Justice Sanjiv Khanna

(c) Justice Surya Kant

(d) Justice D. Y. Chandrachud

(e) Justice Vikram Nath

13) According to UNCTAD’s Trade and Development Report 2026, what share of global greenfield investment did India account for during 2020–2025?

(a) 2.8%

(b) 3.8%

(c) 4.0%

(d) 5.7%

(e) 6.5%

14) Who was appointed as Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC) by the Government of India, with his tenure extending until 8 April 2030?

(a) Sanjay Kumar

(b) Vivek Khare

(c) Gyanesh Kumar

(d) Rajiv Kumar

(e) Prakash Rajpurohit

15) Who was appointed to lead Meta Enterprise Platform, reporting directly to CEO Mark Zuckerberg?

(a) Dev Ittycheria

(b) Chirantan “CJ” Desai

(c) Satya Nadella

(d) Shantanu Narayen

(e) Sundar Pichai

16) Who was conferred the Chevalier de la Légion d’honneur, the highest civilian honour of France, by French President Emmanuel Macron?

(a) Mukesh Ambani

(b) Noel Tata

(c) Sunil Bharti Mittal

(d) Gautam Adani

(e) N. R. Narayana Murthy

17) Who won the 2026 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for their work on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation?

(a) Paul Krugman and Joseph Stiglitz

(b) Esther Duflo and Abhijit Banerjee

(c) Daron Acemoglu and Simon Johnson

(d)  Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford

(e) Ben Bernanke and Douglas Diamond

18) Where was Yard 3040, named ‘Shreyas’, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), launched on 10 October 2026?

(a) Goa Shipyard Limited, Goa

(b) Mazagon Dock Shipbuilders Limited, Mumbai

(c) Hindustan Shipyard Limited, Visakhapatnam

(d) Cochin Shipyard Limited, Kochi

(e) Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers, Kolkata

 

19) Who chaired the valedictory function of the Defence Correspondents Course held at Tezpur?

(a) Lieutenant General Neeraj Shukla

(b) Shri Vijay Kumar

(c) Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar

(d) General Anil Chauhan

(e) Lieutenant General Upendra Dwivedi

20) By which year has the Government of India set a target of achieving ₹50,000 crore in defence exports?

(a) 2026

(b) 2027

(c) 2028

(d) 2029

(e) 2030

21) Which project aims to support the basing of ships and submarines at Karwar Naval Base in Karnataka, including a Naval Air Station, Naval Dockyard and logistics facilities?

(a) Project Seabird

(b) Project Varsha

(c) Project 75

(d) Project Sagarmala

(e) Project 17A

22) Which Taiwan-based company signed a joint venture agreement with Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd. to manufacture telecom and optical connectivity products in India?

(a) Foxconn Technology Group

(b) Pegatron Corporation

(c) Gemtek Technology Co. Ltd.

(d) Wistron Corporation

(e) Quanta Computer Inc.


23) How many elephants did the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) save from potential train collisions between January and September 2026 using AI-based alerts and other preventive measures?

(a) 155

(b) 205

(c) 225

(d) 255

(e) 305

24) What was the theme of World Mental Health Day is observed annually on 10 October 2026?

(a) Mental Health Is a Universal Human Right

(b) Make Mental Health and Well-Being for All a Global Priority

(c) Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change

(d) Mental Health at Work

(e) Move for Mental Health

25) On which date was World Sight Day observed in 2026 to raise awareness about eye health and the prevention of vision impairment?

(a) 8 October 2026

(b) 7 October 2026

(c) 9 October 2026

(d) 10 October 2026

(e) 15 October 2026

Answers:

1) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Institute of Economic Growth (IEG), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, successfully organised the Fifth Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026) from 3–5 October 2026 in New Delhi.

The theme of KEC 2026 was “Resilience in an Age of Flux.”

The Conclave was inaugurated on 3 October 2026 by Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan, who delivered the inaugural address.

Detailed Explanation:

The Institute of Economic Growth (IEG), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, Government of India, successfully organised the Fifth Kautilya Economic Conclave (KEC 2026) from 3–5 October 2026 in New Delhi.

The theme of KEC 2026 was “Resilience in an Age of Flux.”

The Conclave was inaugurated on 3 October 2026 by Vice-President of India C. P. Radhakrishnan, who delivered the inaugural address.

The three-day Conclave brought together more than 200 policymakers, economists, academics, financial experts, and international thought leaders, including over 80 international participants from around 30 countries.

A key highlight was the special plenary session titled “Resilience in an Age of Flux: India’s Economic Priorities,” addressed by Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Minister for Finance and Corporate Affairs.

Amélie de Montchalin, President of France’s Cour des Comptes, participated as the discussant in the special plenary session on India’s economic priorities.

Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister for Communications and Development of the North Eastern Region, delivered the keynote address titled “Connected India, Empowered Finance: Building Trusted Digital Infrastructure for the AI Economy.”

Gajendra Singh Shekhawat, Union Minister for Culture and Tourism, delivered the keynote address titled “Culture as Capital: From Heritage to Horizons.”

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notified the Settlement Regulations, 2026, on 6 October 2026 to simplify settlement procedures and make them more transparent, predictable and less discretionary.

The revised regulations introduce a fast-track settlement mechanism for eligible cases involving settlement amounts of ₹10 lakh or less.

Detailed Explanation:

The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) notified the Settlement Regulations, 2026, on 6 October 2026 to simplify settlement procedures and make them more transparent, predictable and less discretionary.

The revised regulations introduce a fast-track settlement mechanism for eligible cases involving settlement amounts of ₹10 lakh or less.

The fast-track settlement mechanism has two categories: Violation-Based Fast-Track Settlement and Monetary Threshold-Based Fast-Track Settlement.

Under the monetary threshold-based route, cases with a settlement amount not exceeding ₹10 lakh will move directly from the Internal Committee to a panel of Whole-Time Members.

Under the violation-based fast-track route, SEBI will issue a notice offering the entity an opportunity to settle the matter by paying the specified amount, after which the panel of members will pass the settlement order.

The revised settlement terms will comprise three components: settlement amount, disgorgement of wrongful gains wherever applicable, and remedial and regulatory terms (RRT).

3) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Federal Bank Limited launched ‘Verto’, a premium savings account offering integrated financial solutions for young professionals and entrepreneurs.

The Verto Premium Savings Account is designed for eligible resident individuals who meet specified minimum balance, salary, or banking relationship criteria.

Verto offers complimentary insurance coverage of up to ₹35 lakh to provide additional financial protection to account holders.

Detailed Explanation:

Federal Bank Limited launched ‘Verto’, a premium savings account offering integrated financial solutions for young professionals and entrepreneurs.

The Verto Premium Savings Account is designed for eligible resident individuals who meet specified minimum balance, salary, or banking relationship criteria.

Verto offers complimentary insurance coverage of up to ₹35 lakh to provide additional financial protection to account holders.

Verto account holders receive 5% cashback on debit card spending on food, fashion, and flight bookings.

The account provides complimentary domestic airport lounge access as a premium banking benefit.

Other benefits include locker rent concessions, outward remittance benefits, and privileges for spouses and children.

Verto also provides personalised spending insights, cashback summaries, market updates, and wealth creation opportunities.

4) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The World Bank (WB) supported the Government of Kerala’s proposal to establish a Carbon Credit Cell under the Department of Agriculture to promote sustainable farming and increase farmers’ income.

The proposed Carbon Credit Cell will be established under the Kerala Climate Resilient Agri-Value Chain Modernisation (KERA) Project, with an outlay of ₹2,365 crore (approximately USD 285 million).

The KERA Project is a five-year initiative (2024–2029) supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Government of Kerala.

The main objectives of the KERA Project are to promote climate-resilient agriculture, strengthen agricultural value chains, address climate-change challenges, and improve market access and supply-chain efficiency, particularly for small farmers.

Detailed Explanation:

The World Bank (WB) supported the Government of Kerala’s proposal to establish a Carbon Credit Cell under the Department of Agriculture to promote sustainable farming and increase farmers’ income.

The proposed Carbon Credit Cell will be established under the Kerala Climate Resilient Agri-Value Chain Modernisation (KERA) Project, with an outlay of ₹2,365 crore (approximately USD 285 million).

The KERA Project is a five-year initiative (2024–2029) supported by the World Bank and implemented by the Government of Kerala.

The main objectives of the KERA Project are to promote climate-resilient agriculture, strengthen agricultural value chains, address climate-change challenges, and improve market access and supply-chain efficiency, particularly for small farmers.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold ₹50,000 crore worth of Government Securities (G-Secs) through an Open Market Operation (OMO) sale auction to absorb surplus liquidity from the banking system.

The ₹50,000 crore auction was the first of three OMO sale tranches, with the RBI planning to absorb a total of ₹1 trillion (₹1 lakh crore) through OMO sales in September.

The 10-year benchmark government bond yield settled at 7.05%, unchanged from the previous close.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) sold ₹50,000 crore worth of Government Securities (G-Secs) through an Open Market Operation (OMO) sale auction to absorb surplus liquidity from the banking system.

The ₹50,000 crore auction was the first of three OMO sale tranches, with the RBI planning to absorb a total of ₹1 trillion (₹1 lakh crore) through OMO sales in September.

The 10-year benchmark government bond yield settled at 7.05%, unchanged from the previous close.

The banking system’s net liquidity surplus stood at ₹7.37 trillion on Wednesday, down from ₹9.85 trillion on Tuesday, according to RBI data.

The Weighted Average Call Rate (WACR), the operating target of monetary policy, settled at 5.05%, compared with 5.02% on Wednesday.

The RBI aims to bring the WACR closer to the policy repo rate of 5.25% by draining excess liquidity from the banking system.

Longer-tenure Variable Rate Reverse Repo (VRRR) auctions received muted demand, as banks were reluctant to park funds for 30 days, prompting the RBI to use OMO sales to absorb liquidity.

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

According to SBI Research, Indian banks mobilised approximately USD 127 billion through the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposit scheme, potentially generating a notional profit of around ₹5 trillion over five years.

The funds mobilised through the concessional dollar-rupee swap scheme could support approximately ₹25 trillion in additional bank credit.

The deposits were mobilised in less than three months, before the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) advanced the closure of the deposit window.

At an assumed 7.5% lending yield, the funds could generate approximately ₹1.8 trillion in annual income.

Detailed Explanation:

According to SBI Research, Indian banks mobilised approximately USD 127 billion through the Foreign Currency Non-Resident (Bank) [FCNR(B)] deposit scheme, potentially generating a notional profit of around ₹5 trillion over five years.

The funds mobilised through the concessional dollar-rupee swap scheme could support approximately ₹25 trillion in additional bank credit.

The deposits were mobilised in less than three months, before the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) advanced the closure of the deposit window.

At an assumed 7.5% lending yield, the funds could generate approximately ₹1.8 trillion in annual income.

After accounting for annual interest payments of around ₹75,000 crore on the deposits, SBI Research estimated an effective annual net interest margin (NIM) of approximately ₹1 trillion, or ₹5 trillion over five years.

The report estimated an additional interest cost of ₹1.75 trillion and a foreign-exchange depreciation cost of ₹3.18 trillion, assuming 5% annual rupee depreciation over five years.

The RBI introduced a special dollar-rupee swap facility to hedge the exchange-rate risk associated with the FCNR(B) deposits.

7) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

According to a report by CRIF High Mark, India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) credit portfolio grew 12.5% year-on-year to ₹47.4 trillion as of June 2026.

CRIF High Mark classifies MSMEs by credit exposure as Micro: up to ₹2 crore, Small: ₹2–20 crore, and Medium: ₹20–100 crore.

Small enterprises recorded credit portfolio growth of 20.3%, while medium enterprises grew by 21.3%; lending to micro enterprises remained largely stagnant.

Detailed Explanation:

According to a report by CRIF High Mark, India’s Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSME) credit portfolio grew 12.5% year-on-year to ₹47.4 trillion as of June 2026.

CRIF High Mark classifies MSMEs by credit exposure as Micro: up to ₹2 crore, Small: ₹2–20 crore, and Medium: ₹20–100 crore.

Small enterprises recorded credit portfolio growth of 20.3%, while medium enterprises grew by 21.3%; lending to micro enterprises remained largely stagnant.

Micro enterprises accounted for 84.4% of active MSME credit accounts, indicating further scope for credit expansion and formalisation.

By sector, manufacturing credit grew 17.4%, trading credit increased 12.7%, while services credit recorded marginal growth of 0.2%.

Within manufacturing, engineering and machinery accounted for the largest share of credit, followed by agro and forestry, chemicals, basic metals, and textiles.

The number of high-density engineering and machinery districts, where MSME credit exceeds ₹1,000 crore, nearly doubled from 24 to 47 in three years; these districts accounted for 63.5% of sectoral credit.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu launched several healthcare initiatives under the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’.

The programme was held at Thyagraj Stadium and attended by Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh.

The monthly incentive amount for Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers has been increased from ₹3,000 to ₹6,000.

The decision will benefit 6,690 ASHA workers in Delhi and strengthen door-to-door healthcare services.

Detailed Explanation:

Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Lieutenant Governor Taranjit Singh Sandhu launched several healthcare initiatives under the ‘Seva Sankalp Abhiyan’.

The programme was held at Thyagraj Stadium and attended by Delhi Health Minister Pankaj Singh.

The monthly incentive amount for Accredited Social Health Activist (ASHA) workers has been increased from ₹3,000 to ₹6,000.

The decision will benefit 6,690 ASHA workers in Delhi and strengthen door-to-door healthcare services.

The headquarters of the State Organ and Tissue Transplant Organisation (SOTTO) was launched at Govind Ballabh Pant Hospital (G. B. Pant Hospital). It will coordinate the organ donation and transplantation process and facilitate timely assistance for patients requiring transplants.

Under the expanded ANMOL scheme, 56 types of screening tests will be conducted using a single blood sample from newborn babies. The initiative aims to enable the early detection and timely treatment of genetic, metabolic and congenital diseases. All tests under the scheme will be provided free of cost.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has certified Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, as an ‘Eat Right Place of Worship’ for maintaining adequate food safety and hygiene standards.

The certificate is valid for two years, from 11 October 2026 to 10 October 2028, in accordance with FSSAI guidelines.

FSSAI Chief Executive Officer Rajit Punhani handed over the certificate at a special ceremony in Ayodhya.

Eat Right Places of Worship is an FSSAI initiative that encourages places of worship to adopt and maintain food safety and hygiene standards. It also promotes food safety awareness and encourages people to act as responsible citizens.

Detailed Explanation:

The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) has certified Shri Ram Janmbhoomi Teerth Kshetra, Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh, as an ‘Eat Right Place of Worship’ for maintaining adequate food safety and hygiene standards.

The certificate is valid for two years, from 11 October 2026 to 10 October 2028, in accordance with FSSAI guidelines.

FSSAI Chief Executive Officer Rajit Punhani handed over the certificate at a special ceremony in Ayodhya.

Eat Right Places of Worship is an FSSAI initiative that encourages places of worship to adopt and maintain food safety and hygiene standards. It also promotes food safety awareness and encourages people to act as responsible citizens.

The initiative aims to prevent malpractices and irregularities in food served as Prasad, Langar and other religious offerings, while ensuring compliance with the Food Safety and Standards Act, 2006, and the rules and regulations framed under it.

The initiative provides useful tips, guidelines, do’s and don’ts, and recommended practices for maintaining food safety and hygiene at places of worship.

Certification process: FSSAI conducts a pre-audit based on a prescribed checklist, provides training to the concerned establishment, and then arranges a final audit by third-party agencies before issuing certification.

Related fact: The new idol of Ram Lalla at the Ayodhya temple was consecrated on 22 January 2024 in a ceremony led by Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

10) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, is celebrating its 33rd Foundation Day on 12 October 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan.

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant will attend as the Chief Guest. The event will be attended by NHRC Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Members Justice (Dr.) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi, Vijaya Bharathi Sayani and Priyank Kanoongo, Secretary General Piyush Goyal, senior officers and other dignitaries.

The Foundation Day marks the Commission's journey since its establishment on 12 October 1993 and provides an opportunity to renew its commitment to protecting and promoting human rights.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, is celebrating its 33rd Foundation Day on 12 October 2026 at Vigyan Bhawan.

Chief Justice of India Justice Surya Kant will attend as the Chief Guest. The event will be attended by NHRC Chairperson Justice V. Ramasubramanian, Members Justice (Dr.) Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi, Vijaya Bharathi Sayani and Priyank Kanoongo, Secretary General Piyush Goyal, senior officers and other dignitaries.

The Foundation Day marks the Commission's journey since its establishment on 12 October 1993 and provides an opportunity to renew its commitment to protecting and promoting human rights.

The Foundation Day function will be followed by a National Conference on “Water as the Elixir of Life: Advancing Human Dignity through the Right to Water.”

The conference will have two technical sessions:

“Protection and Restoration of Water Bodies: Safeguarding the Foundation of the Right to Water.”

“Protecting Drinking Water Sources: Ensuring Safe and Sustainable Access to Water for All.”

The NHRC has issued 35 advisories on various human rights issues.

The Commission has also recommended amendments to 97 laws that discriminate against persons affected by Hansen's disease.

National conferences: During the previous year, the NHRC organised two National Conferences on “Ensuring Everyday Essentials: Public Services and Dignity for All” and “Human Rights of Prison Inmates.”

11) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Ambaji Mohanthal Prasad, the traditional sweet offering of Ambaji Temple in Gujarat, received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

The GI application was filed on 1 October 2026 by the Shree Arasuri Ambaji Mata Devsthan Trust.

The GI certificate was presented to Mihir Patel, Banaskantha Collector and Managing Trustee of the Ambaji Temple Trust, by Professor (Dr.) Unnat P. Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks and Registrar of Geographical Indications.

Detailed Explanation:

Ambaji Mohanthal Prasad, the traditional sweet offering of Ambaji Temple in Gujarat, received a Geographical Indication (GI) tag.

The GI application was filed on 1 October 2026 by the Shree Arasuri Ambaji Mata Devsthan Trust.

The GI certificate was presented to Mihir Patel, Banaskantha Collector and Managing Trustee of the Ambaji Temple Trust, by Professor (Dr.) Unnat P. Pandit, Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks and Registrar of Geographical Indications.

Ambaji Mohanthal Prasad is registered under Class 30, which covers products such as sweets and confectionery. The protection applies to the name “Ambaji Mohanthal.”

Located in Banaskantha district, Gujarat, Ambaji Temple is one of India's prominent Shaktipeeths. Mohanthal is prepared using gram flour, sugar and ghee and is offered as prasad at the temple, reflecting its religious and culinary traditions.

GI registration in India is governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999. The GI Registry operates under the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks and covers agricultural, natural and manufactured goods.

12) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant constituted a Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being under the aegis of the Supreme Court of India on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, observed on 10 October.

The initiative aims to institutionalise measures supporting the mental and physical well-being of judicial officers.

Detailed Explanation:

Chief Justice of India Surya Kant constituted a Standing Committee on Judicial Well-being under the aegis of the Supreme Court of India on the occasion of World Mental Health Day, observed on 10 October.

The initiative aims to institutionalise measures supporting the mental and physical well-being of judicial officers.

Composition of the Committee:

Chairperson: Justice K. V. Viswanathan, Judge, Supreme Court of India.

Dr. Savita Malhotra: Former Dean of the Postgraduate Institute of Medical Education and Research, Chandigarh, and Professor and Head of the Department of Psychiatry.

Rajat Mitra: Psychologist, Director and Co-founder of the Swanchetan Society for Mental Health.

Mrinal Kanwar: Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India.

Aarti Singh: Registrar (Judicial), Centre for Research and Planning, Supreme Court of India.

Research-based foundation: The initiative follows a research exercise conducted by the Centre for Research and Planning, Supreme Court of India, focusing on the well-being of judicial officers serving in the District Judiciary.

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

According to the Trade and Development Report 2026, published by the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), India accounted for 5.7% of global greenfield investment during 2020–2025, more than double China’s share of 2.8%.

Among the selected countries, India was followed by Malaysia (4%), Indonesia (3.8%) and China (2.8%) in global greenfield investment during 2020–2025.

Greenfield investment refers to investment in establishing new business operations or facilities in a foreign country.

The Trade and Development Report is published annually by UNCTAD and was first launched in 1981 to analyse global economic trends and major international policy issues.

Detailed Explanation:

According to the Trade and Development Report 2026, published by the United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), India accounted for 5.7% of global greenfield investment during 2020–2025, more than double China’s share of 2.8%.

Among the selected countries, India was followed by Malaysia (4%), Indonesia (3.8%) and China (2.8%) in global greenfield investment during 2020–2025.

Greenfield investment refers to investment in establishing new business operations or facilities in a foreign country.

The Trade and Development Report is published annually by UNCTAD and was first launched in 1981 to analyse global economic trends and major international policy issues.

UNCTAD is the United Nations body responsible for trade, investment and development issues. It was established in 1964, and its headquarters are in Geneva, Switzerland.

Global trade reached a record USD 35 trillion in 2025 and is projected to grow by 4% in 2026, compared with 4.4% in 2025.

Global economic growth is projected to slow from 2.9% in 2025 to 2.6% in 2026, while developing economies are expected to grow by 4% in 2026, down from 4.7% in 2025.

Asia is projected to contribute 59% of global economic growth in 2026.

The share of strategic sectors in global greenfield investment increased from 16% in 2020 to 44% in 2025, highlighting the growing importance of strategic industries.

Between 2020 and 2025, global greenfield investment in strategic sectors totalled USD 845.7 billion, with AI infrastructure and related technologies attracting the largest share at 12.4%.

14) Answer: E

The Government of India appointed Prakash Rajpurohit, a 2010-batch IAS officer of the Rajasthan cadre, as Deputy Election Commissioner (DEC), replacing Sanjay Kumar, with his tenure until 8 April 2030.

Prakash Rajpurohit previously served as Joint Secretary in the Department of Defence Production and Director in the Department of Economic Affairs.

Vivek Khare, a 1996-batch Indian Telecom Service officer, was appointed Joint Secretary to the National Testing Agency (NTA), with his overall tenure extending until 2 December 2029.

15) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Meta appointed Chirantan “CJ” Desai to lead its Meta Enterprise Platform, reporting directly to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta.

Chirantan Desai previously served as President and CEO of MongoDB, a database software provider, having assumed the role in November 2025, succeeding Dev Ittycheria.

Detailed Explanation:

Meta appointed Chirantan “CJ” Desai to lead its Meta Enterprise Platform, reporting directly to Mark Zuckerberg, CEO of Meta.

Chirantan Desai previously served as President and CEO of MongoDB, a database software provider, having assumed the role in November 2025, succeeding Dev Ittycheria.

Desai’s appointment is aimed at strengthening Meta’s enterprise software, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud infrastructure, cybersecurity and business applications.

Meta Enterprise Platform is being developed as a new major business pillar to convert Meta’s AI and infrastructure capabilities into commercial products for businesses.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, has been conferred Chevalier de l’Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur (Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honour), the highest civilian honour of France, by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Established in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte, the Legion of Honour is the highest civilian distinction bestowed by the French Republic.

Mittal received the honour in recognition of his longstanding contribution to strengthening economic relations between India and France and his achievements in telecommunications and digital infrastructure.

Detailed Explanation:

Sunil Bharti Mittal, Founder and Chairman of Bharti Enterprises, has been conferred Chevalier de l’Ordre national de la Légion d’honneur (Knight of the National Order of the Legion of Honour), the highest civilian honour of France, by French President Emmanuel Macron.

Established in 1802 by Napoleon Bonaparte, the Legion of Honour is the highest civilian distinction bestowed by the French Republic.

Mittal received the honour in recognition of his longstanding contribution to strengthening economic relations between India and France and his achievements in telecommunications and digital infrastructure.

The insignia is scheduled to be presented at a ceremony on 28 October 2026 at the Embassy of France in India, New Delhi.

Previous honours received by Sunil Bharti Mittal:

2007: Conferred the Padma Bhushan, one of India’s highest civilian honours.

2024: Became the first Indian citizen to receive the Knight Commander of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (KBE) from King Charles III.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the 2026 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for their work on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation.

Robert E. Hall is affiliated with Stanford University, California, while Michael Woodford is affiliated with Columbia University, New York.

The award was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm, Sweden, on 12 October 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

American economists Robert E. Hall and Michael Woodford won the 2026 Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel for their work on the microeconomic foundations of macroeconomic stabilisation.

Robert E. Hall is affiliated with Stanford University, California, while Michael Woodford is affiliated with Columbia University, New York.

The award was announced by the Royal Swedish Academy of Sciences in Stockholm, Sweden, on 12 October 2026.

John Hassler, Chair of the Committee for the Prize in Economic Sciences, stated that the laureates had provided a stable theoretical foundation for economic models currently used by central banks and governments worldwide.

Their work has strengthened the theoretical basis for macroeconomic stabilisation policies.

The award is formally known as the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, commonly referred to as the Nobel Memorial Prize in Economic Sciences.

The prize money for 2026 amounts to 12 million Swedish kronor (approximately US$1.2 million), to be shared equally between the two laureates.

The other Nobel Prizes announced during the preceding week covered Physiology or Medicine, Physics, Chemistry, Literature and Peace.

18) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Yard 3040, named ‘Shreyas’, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched on 10 October 2026 at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.

The vessel was launched by Mrs Reyman Kochhar in the presence of Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS).

Senior dignitaries from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, GRSE, and industry partners attended the launch ceremony.

Detailed Explanation:

Yard 3040, named ‘Shreyas’, a Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessel (NGOPV), was launched on 10 October 2026 at Garden Reach Shipbuilders & Engineers (GRSE), Kolkata.

The vessel was launched by Mrs Reyman Kochhar in the presence of Vice Admiral Ajay Kochhar, Vice Chief of the Naval Staff (VCNS).

Senior dignitaries from the Indian Navy, Ministry of Defence, GRSE, and industry partners attended the launch ceremony.

The construction of Next Generation Offshore Patrol Vessels (NGOPVs) is being undertaken concurrently at two shipyards: GRSE, Kolkata, West Bengal, and Goa Shipyard Limited (GSL), Goa.

These indigenously designed and built vessels will augment the Indian Navy’s existing Offshore Patrol Vessels (OPVs) and New Offshore Patrol Vessels (NOPVs).

19) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Defence Correspondents Course, comprising 24 journalists, concluded at Tezpur after completing its Navy, Air Force, and Army training legs.

The course lasted three weeks and aimed to familiarise journalists with the roles, capabilities, and operational environments of India’s three Defence Services.

The valedictory function was chaired by Lieutenant General Neeraj Shukla, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Gajraj Corps.

Detailed Explanation:

The Defence Correspondents Course, comprising 24 journalists, concluded at Tezpur after completing its Navy, Air Force, and Army training legs.

The course lasted three weeks and aimed to familiarise journalists with the roles, capabilities, and operational environments of India’s three Defence Services.

The participating journalists gained insights into the functioning of the Defence Forces through briefings, field visits, and interactions with military personnel.

The course strengthened mutual understanding between the Defence Forces and the media, promoting public awareness while respecting operational sensitivities and national security considerations.

The valedictory function was chaired by Lieutenant General Neeraj Shukla, General Officer Commanding (GOC), Gajraj Corps.

Shri Vijay Kumar, Additional Director General (Media & Communication), Ministry of Defence, attended the valedictory function.

20) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh presented the SIDM Champion Awards 2026 at the 8th Annual Session of the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) in New Delhi on 9 October 2026.

A total of 15 Champion Awards were presented to recognise achievements in indigenous technology development, product innovation, design, import substitution, manufacturing excellence, and defence exports.

The theme of the 8th Annual Session was “Sovereign Capabilities, Contested Frontiers: Accelerating India’s Strategic Autonomy in an Era of Disruption.”

India’s defence exports reached a record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025–26, registering over 60% growth compared with the previous financial year.

The Government has set a target of achieving ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029.

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh presented the SIDM Champion Awards 2026 at the 8th Annual Session of the Society of Indian Defence Manufacturers (SIDM) in New Delhi on 9 October 2026.

A total of 15 Champion Awards were presented to recognise achievements in indigenous technology development, product innovation, design, import substitution, manufacturing excellence, and defence exports.

The theme of the 8th Annual Session was “Sovereign Capabilities, Contested Frontiers: Accelerating India’s Strategic Autonomy in an Era of Disruption.”

Rajnath Singh emphasised that national security depends on India’s ability to design, develop, manufacture, and control critical defence technologies and equipment.

India’s defence exports reached a record ₹38,424 crore in FY 2025–26, registering over 60% growth compared with the previous financial year.

The Government has set a target of achieving ₹50,000 crore in defence exports by 2029.

The Raksha Mantri urged the private sector to increase its share in total defence production from approximately 24% to 50% to strengthen India’s self-reliance and strategic autonomy.

21) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

General NS Raja Subramani, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, inaugurated residential accommodation and critical utility and amenity infrastructure under Project Seabird Phase IIA at Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka, on 8 October 2026.

The inauguration took place in the presence of Vice Admiral Vivek Dahiya, Director General Seabird, and other senior officers.

The residential facilities at East of Manzil Creek (EOMC) and Amadalli include 60 dwelling units (DUs) for Senior Sailors, 60 DUs for Naval Defence Civilians, accommodation for 156 Defence Security Corps (DSC) personnel, and a Kindergarten (KG) School.

Detailed Explanation:

General NS Raja Subramani, Chief of Defence Staff (CDS) and Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, inaugurated residential accommodation and critical utility and amenity infrastructure under Project Seabird Phase IIA at Naval Base, Karwar, Karnataka, on 8 October 2026.

The inauguration took place in the presence of Vice Admiral Vivek Dahiya, Director General Seabird, and other senior officers.

The residential facilities at East of Manzil Creek (EOMC) and Amadalli include 60 dwelling units (DUs) for Senior Sailors, 60 DUs for Naval Defence Civilians, accommodation for 156 Defence Security Corps (DSC) personnel, and a Kindergarten (KG) School.

The residential buildings were constructed by NCC Limited, Hyderabad, while the trunk infrastructure was constructed by Cemindia Projects India Limited.

Project Seabird Phase IIA aims to support the basing of ships and submarines at Karwar and includes a dual-use Naval Air Station, a full-fledged Naval Dockyard, and logistics facilities for ships and aircraft.

The expanded Naval Base is expected to accommodate approximately 10,000 uniformed and civilian personnel and their families, boosting the local economy, industry, tourism, and employment opportunities in the Uttara Kannada region of Karnataka.

22) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd. signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Taiwan-based Gemtek Technology Co. Ltd. to manufacture and supply telecom and optical connectivity products in India.

The joint venture will operate through Dixon Electroconnect Pvt. Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Dixon Technologies, which will be converted into a JV through fresh equity subscriptions by both partners.

Dixon Technologies will hold a 60% stake, while Gemtek Technology will hold the remaining 40% stake in the joint venture.

Detailed Explanation:

Dixon Technologies (India) Ltd. signed a Joint Venture (JV) agreement with Taiwan-based Gemtek Technology Co. Ltd. to manufacture and supply telecom and optical connectivity products in India.

The joint venture will operate through Dixon Electroconnect Pvt. Ltd., a wholly owned subsidiary of Dixon Technologies, which will be converted into a JV through fresh equity subscriptions by both partners.

Dixon Technologies will hold a 60% stake, while Gemtek Technology will hold the remaining 40% stake in the joint venture.

The agreement specifies that neither company will acquire a direct equity stake in the other company.

The JV will manufacture and supply Optical Transceiver–SFP (Small Form-Factor Pluggable) and BOSA (Bidirectional Optical Subassembly) products, along with other telecom products mutually agreed upon by the partners.

23) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) saved 255 elephants from potential train collisions between January and September 2026 using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based alerts, speed restrictions, enhanced patrolling, and the Plan Bee system.

The NFR uses an AI-based Intrusion Detection System (IDS) powered by Distributed Acoustic System (DAS) technology to detect elephant movement near railway tracks and generate real-time alerts.

Plan Bee is an innovative acoustic deterrent system developed by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to prevent wild elephants from straying onto railway tracks and being hit by trains.

Detailed Explanation:

The Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) saved 255 elephants from potential train collisions between January and September 2026 using Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based alerts, speed restrictions, enhanced patrolling, and the Plan Bee system.

The NFR uses an AI-based Intrusion Detection System (IDS) powered by Distributed Acoustic System (DAS) technology to detect elephant movement near railway tracks and generate real-time alerts.

Plan Bee is an innovative acoustic deterrent system developed by the Northeast Frontier Railway (NFR) to prevent wild elephants from straying onto railway tracks and being hit by trains.

The Plan Bee system uses amplified honeybee buzzing sounds to discourage elephants from approaching railway tracks.

24) Answer: C

World Mental Health Day is observed annually on 10 October to raise awareness of mental health issues and promote efforts to support mental well-being worldwide.

2026 Theme: “Lived experiences heard: real voices, real change.” The theme highlights the importance of listening to people with lived experience of mental health conditions and using their voices to bring meaningful improvements in mental health care and support.

 

25) Answer: A

World Sight Day is observed annually on the second Thursday of October to raise awareness about eye health and the prevention of vision impairment.

2026 Date: This year its falls on 8 October 2026.

Theme: “Love Your Eyes.”

First observance: Lions Clubs International partnered with blindness-prevention organisations worldwide to organise the first World Sight Day in 1998.