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1) What minimum daily Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) maintenance requirement did the RBI prescribe for scheduled banks effective from the reporting fortnight beginning 16 October 2026?

(a) 90%

(b) 92%

(c) 95%

(d) 99%

(e) 100%

 

2) What GDP growth forecast did the IMF project for India for FY 2026–27 in its October 2026 World Economic Outlook?

(a) 6.4%

(b) 6.7%

(c) 7.0%

(d) 7.5%

(e) 7.8%

3) According to UNCTAD’s Trade and Development Report 2026, what is the projected growth rate of India’s economy in 2026?

(a) 6.6%

(b) 7.0%

(c) 7.2%

(d) 7.3%

(e) 8.0%

4) What is the WTO’s revised forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth in 2026?

(a) 1.9%

(b) 2.9%

(c) 3.5%

(d) 3.9%

(e) 4.1%

5) According to the 2026 Living Planet Report, by what percentage did the average size of monitored wildlife populations decline between 1970 and 2022?

(a) 59%

(b) 69%

(c) 73%

(d) 80%

(e) 85%

6) On which date was the Prime Minister GatiShakti National Master Plan launched to promote integrated infrastructure planning in India?

(a) 15 August 2021

(b) 13 October 2021

(c) 26 January 2022

(d) 1 April 2022

(e) 2 October 2021

 

7) Which declaration was adopted at the first BIMSTEC Home Ministers’ Meeting held in New Delhi?

(a) Colombo Declaration

(b) Bangkok Declaration

(c) Kathmandu Declaration

(d) Delhi Declaration

(e) Dhaka Declaration

 

8) Who inaugurated the 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium 2026 held at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi?

(a) Ashwini Vaishnaw

(b) Jyotiraditya M. Scindia

(c) Jitin Prasada

(d) Piyush Goyal

(e) Kiren Rijiju

9) Consider the following statements regarding the Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY):

1. The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 16 July 2025.
2. It is a six-year initiative covering 100 Aspirational Agricultural Districts.
3. The scheme brings together 36 Central Government schemes across 11 Ministries and Departments.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) All of the above

(e) None of the above

10) Which tiger reserve in Assam received Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Approved status in September 2026?

(a) Kaziranga Tiger Reserve

(b) Manas Tiger Reserve

(c) Orang Tiger Reserve

(d) Dibru-Saikhowa National Park

(e) Nameri Tiger Reserve

11) Consider the following statements regarding the Samaveshi Aajeevika Yojana (SAY-SOBLOK):

The programme was launched through a three-year MoU between the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission and BRAC International.

The initiative aims to support 5,000 extremely vulnerable households in Nagaland.

The programme operates under the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission.

Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 1 and 3 only

(d) All of the above

(e) None of the above

12) Who was named Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 for the black-and-white photograph titled “Labour of Love”?

(a) Oscar Whitfield

(b) Thomas Vijayan

(c) Arshdeep Singh

(d) Ingo Arndt

(e) Aishwarya Sridhar

13) Which of the following technology leaders received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation from US President Donald Trump?

(a) Elon Musk

(b) Sergey Brin

(c) Jensen Huang

(d) Michael Dell

(e) Lisa Su

14) Which company signed an MoU with Noida International Airport to develop infrastructure for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft and Advanced Air Mobility services?

(a) Skyroot Aerospace

(b) Garuda Aerospace

(c) The ePlane Company

(d) Ather Energy

(e) ideaForge Technology

 

15) What is the planned capacity of the integrated green data centre park to be developed by ReNew Wind Energy Private Limited in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region?

(a) 750 MW

(b) 600 MW

(c) 550 MW

(d) 900 MW

(e) 1,000 MW

 

16) Which Indian Navy ship participated in the bilateral maritime exercise KONKAN-26 with the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy?

(a) INS Trishul

(b) INS Vikrant

(c) INS Kolkata

(d) INS Shivalik

(e) INS Chennai

17) Which organisation will procure and supply rice for defence requirements under the Indian Army’s Bharat Rice initiative during FY 2026–27?

(a) Food Corporation of India (FCI)

(b) National Cooperative Consumers’ Federation of India (NCCF)

(c) National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited (NAFED)

(d) Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA)

(e) Small Farmers’ Agribusiness Consortium (SFAC)

18) Which mountain was successfully scaled by a 17-member Indian Coast Guard mountaineering team on 7 October 2026 during the expedition “Tat Se Parwat”?

(a) Mount Trishul

(b) Mount Chaukhamba

(c) Mount Kamet

(d) Mount Nanda Devi

(e) Mount Mukut

19) Under the Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026, what minimum percentage of posts at the Additional Director General (ADG) rank must be filled by IPS officers on deputation?

(a) 33%

(b) 50%

(c) 60%

(d) 67%

(e) 75%

 

20) Who co-chaired the 8th India–UK Science and Innovation Council (SIC) Meeting held in New Delhi alongside Dr. Jitendra Singh?

(a) Keir Starmer

(b) Jonathan Reynolds

(c) Peter Kyle

(d) David Lammy

(e) James Cleverly

21) How much was the total Research, Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF) commitment to the first cohort of Second-Level Fund Managers (SLFMs) approved in October 2026?

(a) ₹5,131 crore

(b) ₹6,500 crore

(c) ₹7,131 crore

(d) ₹8,000 crore

(e) ₹10,000 crore

22) Which of the following AI-enabled short films, unveiled under the “Create with AI” programme by IICT and YouTube in October 2026, was produced by Kalpanik Films?

(a) DEVI: The Nine Astras

(b) CHANAKYA – The Mind of an Empire

(c) Chekavar

(d) Laika

(e) Shakti

23) Which two institutions collaborated with ARIES and Udaipur Solar Observatory/Physical Research Laboratory to investigate microwave polar brightening in the Sun?

(a) IIT Bombay and IIT Madras

(b) IIT Delhi and IIT Roorkee

(c) IIT Kanpur and IIT Kharagpur

(d) IIT Guwahati and IIT Hyderabad

(e) IIT Indore and IIT Ropar

24) Which company received ₹86 crore in financial support from the Technology Development 24) Board (TDB) under the RDI Fund for the project “VIGOR: Advancing AI-Discovered Molecules from Bench to Clinic”?

(a) Peptris Technologies Private Limited

(b) Biocon Limited

(c) Bharat Biotech International Limited

(d) Syngene International Limited

(e) Laurus Labs Limited

 

25) Who was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for September 2026?

(a) Shubman Gill

(b) Abhishek Sharma

(c) Sikandar Raza

(d) Virat Kohli

(e) Rohit Sharma

26) What is the theme of the International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026, observed annually on 13 October?

(a) Early Warning for All

(b) Resilience Starts at Home

(c) Invest in Disaster Resilience

(d) Building Resilient Communities

(e) Empowering Communities for Disaster Preparedness

 

27) During which period is National Postal Week 2026 being observed by the Department of Posts?

(a) 1–7 October 2026

(b) 5–11 October 2026

(c) 9–15 October 2026

(d) 10–16 October 2026

(e) 12–18 October 2026

28) Which pioneering American computer scientist, known for helping develop software for NASA’s Apollo missions, passed away at the age of 90?

(a) Katherine Johnson

(b) Frances Allen

(c) Grace Hopper

(d) Annie Easley

(e) Margaret Hamilton

29) Which national park is located in Nagaland?

(a) Kaziranga National Park

(b) Ntangki National Park

(c) Manas National Park

(d) Namdapha National Park

(e) Keibul Lamjao National Park

 

30)  On which date was Mails and Parcels Day observed during National Postal Week 2026?

(a) 9 October 2026

(b) 11 October 2026

(c) 13 October 2026

(d) 14 October 2026

(e) 15 October 2026

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increased the minimum daily Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) maintenance requirement for scheduled banks from 90% to 99%, effective from the reporting fortnight beginning 16 October 2026.

The decision was announced through an RBI notification following a review of prevailing liquidity conditions.

CRR is the percentage of a bank’s Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) that it must maintain as cash with the RBI.

The prescribed CRR rate remains unchanged at 3%, and banks must continue to meet the full CRR requirement on an average daily basis over the reporting fortnight.

Under the revised rule, banks must maintain at least 99% of their prescribed CRR on each day of the reporting fortnight, compared with the earlier minimum of 90%.

Banks do not earn interest on CRR balances maintained with the RBI.

The RBI also announced an Open Market Operation (OMO) bond sale worth ₹25,000 crore, scheduled for 13 October 2026, to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) increased the minimum daily Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) maintenance requirement for scheduled banks from 90% to 99%, effective from the reporting fortnight beginning 16 October 2026.

The decision was announced through an RBI notification following a review of prevailing liquidity conditions.

CRR is the percentage of a bank’s Net Demand and Time Liabilities (NDTL) that it must maintain as cash with the RBI.

The prescribed CRR rate remains unchanged at 3%, and banks must continue to meet the full CRR requirement on an average daily basis over the reporting fortnight.

Under the revised rule, banks must maintain at least 99% of their prescribed CRR on each day of the reporting fortnight, compared with the earlier minimum of 90%.

Banks do not earn interest on CRR balances maintained with the RBI.

The RBI also announced an Open Market Operation (OMO) bond sale worth ₹25,000 crore, scheduled for 13 October 2026, to absorb excess liquidity from the banking system.

The OMO sale comprises six Government of India securities maturing between 2030 and 2034, to be conducted through the multiple-price auction method.

The last time the RBI imposed a 99% minimum daily CRR maintenance requirement was in July 2013, amid foreign-exchange market volatility following the US Federal Reserve’s tapering signals.

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its October 2026 World Economic Outlook (WEO) titled “Resilience Under Strain, Urgent Choices.”

The IMF raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for FY 2026–27 (FY27) to 7%, up from 6.4% projected in its July 2026 WEO update, marking an increase of 60 basis points (bps).

The upward revision in India’s growth forecast was attributed to stronger-than-expected domestic demand and robust services activity, despite the Middle East crises and elevated global oil prices.

Detailed Explanation:

The International Monetary Fund (IMF) released its October 2026 World Economic Outlook (WEO) titled “Resilience Under Strain, Urgent Choices.”

The IMF raised India’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth forecast for FY 2026–27 (FY27) to 7%, up from 6.4% projected in its July 2026 WEO update, marking an increase of 60 basis points (bps).

The upward revision in India’s growth forecast was attributed to stronger-than-expected domestic demand and robust services activity, despite the Middle East crises and elevated global oil prices.

The IMF raised India’s GDP growth forecast for FY 2027–28 (FY28) to 7%, up from its previous estimate of 6.7%, an increase of 30 basis points (bps).

India’s GDP growth for FY 2025–26 (FY26) was estimated at 7.8%, reflecting stronger-than-expected economic performance.

The IMF noted that India remains one of the world’s fastest-growing major economies.

3) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) released the Trade and Development Report 2026, titled “The Geoeconomics of Development.”

According to the report, India’s economy is projected to grow by 7.3% in 2026.

The report projected global economic growth at 2.6% in 2026, down from 2.9% in 2025.

Developing economies are projected to grow by 4% in 2026, compared with 4.7% in 2025.

Detailed Explanation:

The United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) released the Trade and Development Report 2026, titled “The Geoeconomics of Development.”

According to the report, India’s economy is projected to grow by 7.3% in 2026.

The report projected global economic growth at 2.6% in 2026, down from 2.9% in 2025.

Developing economies are projected to grow by 4% in 2026, compared with 4.7% in 2025.

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

Country-wise growth projections for 2026 include Kyrgyzstan at 8.8%, Uzbekistan at 7.9%, Viet Nam at 7.8%, Mongolia at 7%, Tajikistan at 6.6%, Indonesia at 5.2%, and China at 4.5%.

Global trade reached a record USD 35 trillion in 2025.

Global trade in goods and services is projected to grow by around 4% in 2026 at constant prices, compared with 4.4% in 2025.

4) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The World Trade Organization (WTO) raised its forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth in 2026 to 3.9%, up from 1.9% projected in its March outlook.

The WTO projected global merchandise trade growth of 4.1% in 2027.

Global merchandise trade grew by 3.5% in the first half of 2026, despite the West Asia conflict.

The growth in merchandise trade was supported by supply-chain adaptation, changes in suppliers, rerouting shipments through alternative ports and trade corridors, and strong investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Detailed Explanation:

The World Trade Organization (WTO) raised its forecast for global merchandise trade volume growth in 2026 to 3.9%, up from 1.9% projected in its March outlook.

The WTO projected global merchandise trade growth of 4.1% in 2027.

Global merchandise trade grew by 3.5% in the first half of 2026, despite the West Asia conflict.

The growth in merchandise trade was supported by supply-chain adaptation, changes in suppliers, rerouting shipments through alternative ports and trade corridors, and strong investment in Artificial Intelligence (AI).

Asia is expected to lead regional merchandise export growth at 9.9% in 2026.

West Asia’s merchandise exports are projected to decline by 17.2%, while its services exports are projected to fall by 10.3%.

The WTO lowered its forecast for global commercial services trade volume growth in 2026 to 3.3%, from 4.8% in its March outlook, due to the impact of the Middle East conflict.

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), in partnership with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), released the 2026 Living Planet Report (LPR) titled “The Science of Hope.”

The Living Planet Report (LPR) is a biennial report that monitors changes in global wildlife populations and biodiversity.

According to the 2026 Living Planet Report, the average size of monitored wildlife populations declined by 73% between 1970 and 2022, over a period of 52 years.

The Living Planet Index (LPI) tracks changes in the relative abundance of monitored vertebrate populations, including mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish.

Detailed Explanation:

The World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), in partnership with the Zoological Society of London (ZSL), released the 2026 Living Planet Report (LPR) titled “The Science of Hope.”

The Living Planet Report (LPR) is a biennial report that monitors changes in global wildlife populations and biodiversity.

According to the 2026 Living Planet Report, the average size of monitored wildlife populations declined by 73% between 1970 and 2022, over a period of 52 years.

The Living Planet Index (LPI) tracks changes in the relative abundance of monitored vertebrate populations, including mammals, birds, amphibians, reptiles, and fish.

The 2026 LPR assessed 35,803 population trends across 5,790 vertebrate species between 1970 and 2022.

Among ecosystems, freshwater wildlife populations experienced the steepest average decline of 85%, followed by terrestrial populations at 69% and marine populations at 59%.

Region-wise, Latin America and the Caribbean recorded the steepest decline in monitored wildlife populations at 95%, followed by Africa at 80% and Asia-Pacific at 49%

 

6) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Prime Minister GatiShakti National Master Plan completed five years on 13 October 2026, marking progress in integrated infrastructure planning and development in India.

It was launched on 13 October 2021 to transform the country's infrastructure landscape.

The plan enables planners to view infrastructure networks, geographical features, economic zones and other relevant data on a single platform, supporting data-driven planning and decision-making for infrastructure projects.

The Prime Minister GatiShakti digital platform integrates more than 1,800 data layers, covering 58 Central Ministries and Departments and all 36 States and Union Territories.

Detailed Explanation:

The Prime Minister GatiShakti National Master Plan completed five years on 13 October 2026, marking progress in integrated infrastructure planning and development in India.

It was launched on 13 October 2021 to transform the country's infrastructure landscape.

The plan enables planners to view infrastructure networks, geographical features, economic zones and other relevant data on a single platform, supporting data-driven planning and decision-making for infrastructure projects.

The Prime Minister GatiShakti digital platform integrates more than 1,800 data layers, covering 58 Central Ministries and Departments and all 36 States and Union Territories.

The platform has evaluated more than 400 infrastructure projects worth over ₹20 lakh crore based on Prime Minister GatiShakti principles.

The initiative promotes a whole-of-government approach to infrastructure planning by facilitating coordinated decision-making and strengthening multimodal connectivity and last-mile connectivity.

Prime Minister GatiShakti provides a framework for coordinated infrastructure planning, multimodal connectivity and improved logistics efficiency, supporting India's vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.

7) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The first Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Home Ministers’ Meeting concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration, under the chairmanship of the union home minister.

The seven BIMSTEC member countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand—reaffirmed regional security cooperation based on sovereign equality, territorial integrity, non-interference and peaceful coexistence.

The declaration strongly condemned terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, and called for effective implementation of United Nations Security Council sanctions, particularly those imposed by the 1267 Sanctions Committee.

Detailed Explanation:

The first Bay of Bengal Initiative for Multi-Sectoral Technical and Economic Cooperation (BIMSTEC) Home Ministers’ Meeting concluded in New Delhi with the adoption of the Delhi Declaration, under the chairmanship of the union home minister.

The seven BIMSTEC member countries—Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Myanmar, Nepal, Sri Lanka and Thailand—reaffirmed regional security cooperation based on sovereign equality, territorial integrity, non-interference and peaceful coexistence.

The declaration strongly condemned terrorism, including cross-border terrorism, and called for effective implementation of United Nations Security Council sanctions, particularly those imposed by the 1267 Sanctions Committee.

Member countries emphasised efforts to combat radicalisation, terrorist recruitment, money laundering and terror financing, while preventing the misuse of emerging technologies for terrorist activities.

The declaration called for coordinated action against human trafficking, cyber slavery, online scams and forced criminality, following a victim-centred approach.

Member countries urged the implementation of BIMSTEC conventions on combating international terrorism, transnational organised crime and illicit drug trafficking, with the relevant conventions in force since March 2021, and the Convention on Mutual Legal Assistance in Criminal Matters, signed in March 2022.

8) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium 2026 was inaugurated by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi.

Organised by the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA), the symposium was held from 7 to 9 October 2026 to promote collaboration among policymakers, global technology alliances, telecommunications operators, industry leaders, academia and research institutions for next-generation communication technologies and India's 6G ambitions.

During the inaugural ceremony, the Bharat 6G Alliance exchanged five new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with GSMA, one6G Association, GTI Alliance Limited, 6G Industry Forum and VoICE to strengthen international cooperation in research, innovation, standardisation, technology development and deployment.

 

Detailed Explanation:

The 3rd International Bharat 6G Symposium 2026 was inaugurated by Jyotiraditya M. Scindia, Union Minister for Communications and Development of North Eastern Region, at Yashobhoomi, Dwarka, New Delhi.

Organised by the Bharat 6G Alliance (B6GA), the symposium was held from 7 to 9 October 2026 to promote collaboration among policymakers, global technology alliances, telecommunications operators, industry leaders, academia and research institutions for next-generation communication technologies and India's 6G ambitions.

During the inaugural ceremony, the Bharat 6G Alliance exchanged five new Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with GSMA, one6G Association, GTI Alliance Limited, 6G Industry Forum and VoICE to strengthen international cooperation in research, innovation, standardisation, technology development and deployment.

With these additions, the Alliance's broader partnership network increased to 17 collaborations, building on its existing 10 international and 2 domestic Memoranda of Understanding and Memoranda of Intent.

The Bharat 6G Alliance released nine Working Group white papers covering key technological and policy aspects of India's 6G development:

6G Technology Landscape Survey and Roadmap for Research and Development, Platforms and Trials in India

Integrated Sensing and Communication for 6G: Technologies, Architectures, Applications, and Future Directions

Fixed Wireless Access: Bharat's Broadband Backbone from 5G to 6G

Role of Optical Technologies for 6G

A Perspective on International Mobile Telecommunications Spectrum Readiness towards 2030 and Beyond

Sustainable 6G: Designing Networks for a Carbon Net Zero Future

Cellular and Wi-Fi Synergy: Global Pathways to Inclusive Connectivity

Captive Non-Public Network

Security for 6G

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) completed its first year, with all 100 identified agricultural districts preparing District Action Plans.

The average score across six key objectives increased from 18.85 in April 2026 to 46.89 in August 2026.

The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 16 July 2025, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 11 October 2025, and commenced in the financial year 2025–2026. It is a six-year initiative.

It brings together 36 Central Government schemes across 11 Ministries and Departments, along with State Government schemes and private-sector participation, to address local agricultural challenges.

Detailed Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Dhan-Dhaanya Krishi Yojana (PMDDKY) completed its first year, with all 100 identified agricultural districts preparing District Action Plans.

The average score across six key objectives increased from 18.85 in April 2026 to 46.89 in August 2026.

The scheme was approved by the Union Cabinet on 16 July 2025, launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 11 October 2025, and commenced in the financial year 2025–2026. It is a six-year initiative.

The scheme aims to improve agricultural productivity, irrigation infrastructure, crop diversification, post-harvest storage, access to agricultural credit and governance through district-specific interventions.

It brings together 36 Central Government schemes across 11 Ministries and Departments, along with State Government schemes and private-sector participation, to address local agricultural challenges.

The scheme covers 100 Aspirational Agricultural Districts, selected based on low agricultural productivity, low cropping intensity and low agricultural credit disbursement. Selection also considered the share of net cropped area and operational landholdings in each State and Union Territory, ensuring that every State has at least one selected district.

Implementation follows a three-tier structure involving district-, State- and national-level committees. District Action Plans are prepared using baseline assessments and diagnostic analysis, with targets, annual milestones and interventions linked to relevant government schemes.

10) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam received Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Approved status in September 2026 for meeting prescribed standards for tiger conservation and protected area management.

With this recognition, all four tiger reserves in Assam—Kaziranga, Manas, Orang and Nameri—have received Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards Approved status.

Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards is a global framework used to assess the effectiveness of tiger reserve management and protection.

The framework was launched at the First Asian Parks Congress in Japan in 2013 to establish standards for effective tiger conservation.

The framework assesses key areas, including wildlife protection, habitat management, community involvement, tourism management and tiger population monitoring.

Detailed Explanation:

Nameri Tiger Reserve in Assam received Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards (CA|TS) Approved status in September 2026 for meeting prescribed standards for tiger conservation and protected area management.

With this recognition, all four tiger reserves in Assam—Kaziranga, Manas, Orang and Nameri—have received Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards Approved status.

Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards is a global framework used to assess the effectiveness of tiger reserve management and protection.

The framework was launched at the First Asian Parks Congress in Japan in 2013 to establish standards for effective tiger conservation.

The framework assesses key areas, including wildlife protection, habitat management, community involvement, tourism management and tiger population monitoring.

Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards comprises 7 pillars and 17 elements, which provide standards and criteria for managing tiger conservation areas. Its seven pillars are Importance and Status, Management, Community, Tourism (optional), Protection, Habitat Management and Tiger Populations

The Global Tiger Forum and World Wide Fund for Nature–India are the implementing partners of the National Tiger Conservation Authority for Conservation Assured | Tiger Standards assessments in India.

11) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Nagaland launched the Samaveshi Aajeevika Yojana (SAY-SOBLOK) through a three-year Memorandum of Understanding between the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) and BRAC International.

The programme operates under the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission and aims to support 4,000 extremely vulnerable households in Nagaland to move out of poverty.

The initiative will adopt BRAC International’s Graduation Approach, which uses a sequenced and time-bound model to help vulnerable households achieve sustainable livelihoods and improve their economic conditions.

The programme combines household-level coaching, livelihood development, financial inclusion, access to government entitlements and services, social empowerment, and resilience-building.

Detailed Explanation:

Nagaland launched the Samaveshi Aajeevika Yojana (SAY-SOBLOK) through a three-year Memorandum of Understanding between the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission (NSRLM) and BRAC International.

The agreement was signed in Kohima by Moa Sangtam, Mission Director of the Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission, and Shweta S. Banerjee, India Country Lead of BRAC International, in the presence of Thavaseelan K, Commissioner and Secretary of the Rural Development Department, and other officials.

The programme operates under the Deen Dayal Antyodaya Yojana–National Rural Livelihoods Mission and aims to support 4,000 extremely vulnerable households in Nagaland to move out of poverty.

The initiative will adopt BRAC International’s Graduation Approach, which uses a sequenced and time-bound model to help vulnerable households achieve sustainable livelihoods and improve their economic conditions.

The programme combines household-level coaching, livelihood development, financial inclusion, access to government entitlements and services, social empowerment, and resilience-building.

The Nagaland State Rural Livelihoods Mission will lead implementation in the state, while BRAC International will provide technical assistance, knowledge support, implementation support, monitoring and evidence generation.

The programme will use existing community institutions, including Village Level Organisations and Cluster Level Federations, to identify beneficiaries and provide need-based support.

SAY-SOBLOK derives its name from the Nagamese phrase “Sob manu logot dangor kaam kora,” which conveys the idea of inclusive and collective growth

12) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Oscar Whitfield, a 14-year-old British photographer living in Zimbabwe, was named Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 for his black- and-white photograph titled “Labour of Love”, featuring a dung beetle pushing a ball of dung.

Whitfield captured the winning photograph in Zimbabwe by lying on the ground and positioning his camera at the beetle’s eye level to photograph its behaviour.

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is organised by the Natural History Museum in London, United Kingdom. Its 62nd edition in 2026 received a record 65,403 entries from 121 countries and territories.

Detailed Explanation:

Oscar Whitfield, a 14-year-old British photographer living in Zimbabwe, was named Young Wildlife Photographer of the Year 2026 for his black- and-white photograph titled “Labour of Love”, featuring a dung beetle pushing a ball of dung.

Whitfield captured the winning photograph in Zimbabwe by lying on the ground and positioning his camera at the beetle’s eye level to photograph its behaviour.

The Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition is organised by the Natural History Museum in London, United Kingdom. Its 62nd edition in 2026 received a record 65,403 entries from 121 countries and territories.

The competition recognises both an overall adult winner and an overall young photographer winner.

For the first time in the competition’s 62-year history, both the adult and young overall winners were recognised for black-and-white photographs.

Dung beetles, many of which belong to the subfamily Scarabaeinae of the family Scarabaeidae, feed partly or entirely on dung. Some species roll dung into balls, while others bury it underground or store it in underground chambers.

 

13) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

United States President Donald Trump presented the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk, Chief Executive Officer of SpaceX and Tesla, at a ceremony held in Washington, United States, under the summit titled “Science: A New Golden Age.”

Musk was among six technology leaders who received prestigious national awards. Trump described Musk as a “national treasure” and compared him to American inventor Thomas Edison.

Along with Elon Musk, Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google; Jensen Huang, Chief Executive Officer of Nvidia; and Lisa Su, Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Micro Devices, received the National Medal of Science.

Michael Dell, founder of Dell Technologies, and Satya Nadella, Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft, received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, the United States' top award in the field of technology and innovation.

Musk, a major donor to Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, had worked with the administration on efforts to reduce federal government spending and the workforce.

Detailed Explanation:

United States President Donald Trump presented the National Medal of Science to Elon Musk, Chief Executive Officer of SpaceX and Tesla, at a ceremony held in Washington, United States, under the summit titled “Science: A New Golden Age.”

Musk was among six technology leaders who received prestigious national awards. Trump described Musk as a “national treasure” and compared him to American inventor Thomas Edison.

Along with Elon Musk, Sergey Brin, co-founder of Google; Jensen Huang, Chief Executive Officer of Nvidia; and Lisa Su, Chief Executive Officer of Advanced Micro Devices, received the National Medal of Science.

Michael Dell, founder of Dell Technologies, and Satya Nadella, Chief Executive Officer of Microsoft, received the National Medal of Technology and Innovation, the United States' top award in the field of technology and innovation.

Musk, a major donor to Trump's 2024 presidential campaign, had worked with the administration on efforts to reduce federal government spending and the workforce.

Their subsequent dispute involved Trump's threat to deport Musk and Musk's allegations concerning Trump's links to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

During the ceremony, Trump received a framed National Medal of Science awarded posthumously to his late uncle, John Trump, a professor at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, who died in 1983.

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The ePlane Company and Noida International Airport signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop infrastructure and operational frameworks for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft and future Advanced Air Mobility services.

The agreement covers the development of vertiports, charging facilities, regulatory procedures and operational systems required to support electric aircraft operations.

Under the agreement, Noida International Airport will provide space within its premises for proof-of-concept trials, vertiports and charging stations. The airport will also work to align its Standard Operating Procedures with electric aircraft operations.

The partnership aims to support potential airport-to-airport travel, intra-city commutes, air ambulance services and urban cargo transportation using the ePlane Company's e200X aircraft.

Detailed Explanation:

The ePlane Company and Noida International Airport signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop infrastructure and operational frameworks for electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft and future Advanced Air Mobility services.

The agreement covers the development of vertiports, charging facilities, regulatory procedures and operational systems required to support electric aircraft operations.

Under the agreement, Noida International Airport will provide space within its premises for proof-of-concept trials, vertiports and charging stations. The airport will also work to align its Standard Operating Procedures with electric aircraft operations.

The partnership aims to support potential airport-to-airport travel, intra-city commutes, air ambulance services and urban cargo transportation using the ePlane Company's e200X aircraft.

The two organisations will collaborate with regulatory authorities, Air Traffic Control authorities and state governments to develop safety frameworks, Vertiport Management Systems and artificial intelligence-assisted fleet scheduling systems that can connect with smart city infrastructure.

The agreement comes as The ePlane Company continues developing its full-scale e200X PT-01 prototype, unveiled in July 2026. The prototype is currently undergoing ground testing.

According to the company, its prototype development follows more than 10,000 kilometres of cumulative flight testing conducted using its technology demonstrators.

15) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

ReNew Wind Energy Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of clean energy company ReNew, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maharashtra Government to develop an integrated green data centre park worth ₹70,000 crore in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The proposed data centre park will have a planned capacity of 750 megawatts and will be developed across locations including Panvel, Khalapur, Taloja and Bhokharpada, covering Navi Mumbai and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The project is expected to begin operations in phases from 2028, combining digital infrastructure development with renewable energy utilisation.

Detailed Explanation:

ReNew Wind Energy Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of clean energy company ReNew, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Maharashtra Government to develop an integrated green data centre park worth ₹70,000 crore in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The proposed data centre park will have a planned capacity of 750 megawatts and will be developed across locations including Panvel, Khalapur, Taloja and Bhokharpada, covering Navi Mumbai and the wider Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

The project is expected to begin operations in phases from 2028, combining digital infrastructure development with renewable energy utilisation.

The facility is expected to use at least 51% green power to support its operations, reduce its carbon footprint and promote the integration of clean energy with energy-intensive digital infrastructure.

Plans include facilitating two incoming electricity feeders from independent sources to the data centre park's substation to improve electricity supply reliability and operational resilience.

The Maharashtra Government will facilitate the required permissions, registrations, approvals, clearances and applicable fiscal incentives, subject to prevailing policies and regulations.

 

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) and the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy (RN) commenced the bilateral maritime exercise KONKAN-26 from 8 to 15 October 2026.

Exercise KONKAN-26 is being conducted off the coast of Plymouth, United Kingdom (UK), to strengthen maritime cooperation between India and the UK.

The Indian Navy participated in the exercise with INS Trishul, a guided-missile stealth frigate, which arrived at Plymouth, UK.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Navy (IN) and the United Kingdom’s Royal Navy (RN) commenced the bilateral maritime exercise KONKAN-26 from 8 to 15 October 2026.

Exercise KONKAN-26 is being conducted off the coast of Plymouth, United Kingdom (UK), to strengthen maritime cooperation between India and the UK.

The Indian Navy participated in the exercise with INS Trishul, a guided-missile stealth frigate, which arrived at Plymouth, UK.

The main objective of KONKAN-26 is to enhance interoperability, operational coordination, maritime cooperation, and the exchange of best practices between the two navies.

The exercise is conducted in two phases: Harbour Phase and Sea Phase.

The Harbour Phase includes professional interactions, cross-deck visits, sports fixtures, and cultural engagements, and INS Trishul is open to visitors during this phase.

17) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) launched the Bharat Rice initiative on 12 October 2026 in New Delhi, Delhi, to provide superior-quality rice directly to defence personnel.

The initiative was launched in the presence of Rajnath Singh, Union Minister of Defence, and Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.

The Directorate General of Supplies and Transport (DGST) is spearheading the Bharat Rice initiative, incorporating continuous feedback from troops to improve ration quality.

Under the initiative, rice will be delivered directly to Army Supply Depots, including remote locations in Ladakh and the North East, instead of requiring Army depots to collect supplies from local FCI facilities.

During Financial Year 2026–27 (FY27), the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited (NAFED) will procure and supply rice for defence requirements.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Army (IA) launched the Bharat Rice initiative on 12 October 2026 in New Delhi, Delhi, to provide superior-quality rice directly to defence personnel.

The initiative was launched in the presence of Rajnath Singh, Union Minister of Defence, and Pralhad Venkatesh Joshi, Union Minister of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution.

The Directorate General of Supplies and Transport (DGST) is spearheading the Bharat Rice initiative, incorporating continuous feedback from troops to improve ration quality.

Under the initiative, rice will be delivered directly to Army Supply Depots, including remote locations in Ladakh and the North East, instead of requiring Army depots to collect supplies from local FCI facilities.

During Financial Year 2026–27 (FY27), the National Agricultural Cooperative Marketing Federation of India Limited (NAFED) will procure and supply rice for defence requirements.

Bharat Rice will be supplied in 10 kg and 30 kg bags to facilitate easy handling and transportation, particularly across difficult terrain and at forward posts.

The rice will be milled according to prescribed defence specifications and undergo the required quality-control checks, with minimal broken, damaged and discoloured grains and no foreign matter or impurities.

The Indian Army signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Food Corporation of India (FCI) to utilise its infrastructure during operational contingencies; the agreement is extendable by mutual consent.

18) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

A 17-member Indian Coast Guard (ICG) mountaineering team successfully scaled Mount Mukut, at an elevation of 7,045 metres, on 7 October 2026.

The expedition was named “Tat Se Parwat”, meaning “From Sea to Summit”, and was part of the ICG’s preparations for a proposed Mount Everest expedition in 2027.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged in the successful mountaineering team at a ceremony held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on 12 October 2026.

The expedition marked Phase V and the final phase of an 18-month preparatory training programme for the proposed Everest expedition.

The expedition commenced on 15 September 2026, and the team established Base Camp-I on 1 October 2026 before reaching the summit on 7 October 2026, despite extreme weather conditions.

Detailed Explanation:

A 17-member Indian Coast Guard (ICG) mountaineering team successfully scaled Mount Mukut, at an elevation of 7,045 metres, on 7 October 2026.

The expedition was named “Tat Se Parwat”, meaning “From Sea to Summit”, and was part of the ICG’s preparations for a proposed Mount Everest expedition in 2027.

Uttarakhand Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami flagged in the successful mountaineering team at a ceremony held in Dehradun, Uttarakhand, on 12 October 2026.

The expedition marked Phase V and the final phase of an 18-month preparatory training programme for the proposed Everest expedition.

The expedition commenced on 15 September 2026, and the team established Base Camp-I on 1 October 2026 before reaching the summit on 7 October 2026, despite extreme weather conditions.

The team received expert guidance from the Himalayan Mountaineering Institute (HMI), Darjeeling, West Bengal, which was established in 1954 and provides mountaineering training.

19) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026 came into force on 8 October 2026, following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Act on 9 April 2026.

The Act establishes a common legal framework for regulating the recruitment and service conditions of Group A General Duty officers and other officers in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Under the Act, 50% of posts at the Inspector General (IG) rank and a minimum of 67% of posts at the Additional Director General (ADG) rank are to be filled by Indian Police Service (IPS) officers on deputation.

Detailed Explanation:

The Central Armed Police Forces (General Administration) Act, 2026 came into force on 8 October 2026, following a notification issued by the Union Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Act on 9 April 2026.

The Act establishes a common legal framework for regulating the recruitment and service conditions of Group A General Duty officers and other officers in the Central Armed Police Forces (CAPFs).

Under the Act, 50% of posts at the Inspector General (IG) rank and a minimum of 67% of posts at the Additional Director General (ADG) rank are to be filled by Indian Police Service (IPS) officers on deputation.

The Act applies to five Central Armed Police Forces: Central Reserve Police Force (CRPF), Border Security Force (BSF), Central Industrial Security Force (CISF), Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) and Sashastra Seema Bal (SSB).

On 23 May 2025, the Supreme Court ruled that Group A officers of the CAPFs constitute Organised Services and directed the government to progressively reduce

20) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 8th India–UK Science and Innovation Council (SIC) Meeting was held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Dr. Jitendra Singh, India’s Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, and Jonathan Reynolds, the UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Trade.

The meeting reviewed India–UK bilateral science and innovation cooperation, focusing on research partnerships, emerging technologies and the commercialisation of scientific research.

Detailed Explanation:

The 8th India–UK Science and Innovation Council (SIC) Meeting was held in New Delhi, co-chaired by Dr. Jitendra Singh, India’s Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science and Technology and Earth Sciences, and Jonathan Reynolds, the UK Secretary of State for Business, Innovation and Trade.

The meeting reviewed India–UK bilateral science and innovation cooperation, focusing on research partnerships, emerging technologies and the commercialisation of scientific research.

Dr. Jitendra Singh and Jonathan Reynolds jointly inaugurated the BRIC-CDFD–ONT India Genomics Centre of Excellence.

The India Genomics Centre of Excellence involves the Biotechnology Research and Innovation Council (BRIC)–Centre for DNA Fingerprinting and Diagnostics (CDFD) and Oxford Nanopore Technologies (ONT).

India–UK science cooperation is guided by the India–UK Research and Innovation Memorandum of Understanding, the Technology Security Initiative, and India–UK Vision 2035.

21) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Research, Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF) announced its first cohort of 19 Second-Level Fund Managers (SLFMs) as a major milestone in implementing India’s ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme.

On 8 October 2026, the Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) approved 19 SLFMs, comprising 14 Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and 5 Focused Research Organisations (FROs).

The total RDIF commitment to the first cohort is ₹7,131 crore.

Detailed Explanation:

The Research, Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF) announced its first cohort of 19 Second-Level Fund Managers (SLFMs) as a major milestone in implementing India’s ₹1 lakh crore Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Scheme.

On 8 October 2026, the Empowered Group of Secretaries (EGoS) approved 19 SLFMs, comprising 14 Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs) and 5 Focused Research Organisations (FROs).

The total RDIF commitment to the first cohort is ₹7,131 crore.

The ₹1 lakh crore RDI Scheme was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in November 2025 to transform India from a technology consumer into a global technology developer and provider.

The RDIF aims to provide long-term, patient capital for high-risk, high-impact research and development (R&D) and address the financing gap that limits private-sector investment in emerging and strategic technologies.

The RDIF is managed by an Independent Business Unit housed within the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Ministry of Science and Technology.

The first call for applications from prospective Second-Level Fund Managers (SLFMs) was launched in January 2026.

22) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and YouTube unveiled the first four AI-enabled short films under the “Create with AI” programme in October 2026.

The Create with AI programme was announced in November 2025 to promote AI-led creative projects and strengthen India’s capabilities in emerging technologies and AI-assisted filmmaking.

Chekavar, produced by Avium Studios, is a fictional cinematic story inspired by the historic Battle of Colachel (1741).

CHANAKYA – The Mind of an Empire, produced by Eleventh Door Studio, is a historical epic about Chanakya, the strategist and architect of the Mauryan Empire.

DEVI: The Nine Astras, produced by Kalpanik Films, portrays the divine manifestation of Shakti and her battle to restore cosmic balance.

Laika, produced by Karthik Kult Kreations, explores the emotional journey of a dog sent into space, highlighting courage, sacrifice, and the bond between humans and animals.

Detailed Explanation:

The Indian Institute of Creative Technologies (IICT) and YouTube unveiled the first four AI-enabled short films under the “Create with AI” programme in October 2026.

The Create with AI programme was announced in November 2025 to promote AI-led creative projects and strengthen India’s capabilities in emerging technologies and AI-assisted filmmaking.

The four short films were unveiled at the IICT Theatre in Mumbai, Maharashtra, and released simultaneously on the filmmakers’ YouTube channels.

The four films explore history, mythology, human emotions, and space exploration, demonstrating the creative potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in filmmaking.

Chekavar, produced by Avium Studios, is a fictional cinematic story inspired by the historic Battle of Colachel (1741).

CHANAKYA – The Mind of an Empire, produced by Eleventh Door Studio, is a historical epic about Chanakya, the strategist and architect of the Mauryan Empire.

DEVI: The Nine Astras, produced by Kalpanik Films, portrays the divine manifestation of Shakti and her battle to restore cosmic balance.

Laika, produced by Karthik Kult Kreations, explores the emotional journey of a dog sent into space, highlighting courage, sacrifice, and the bond between humans and animals.


23) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Researchers from ARIES, Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)/Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, and IIT Roorkee investigated the mystery of microwave polar brightening in the Sun.

The study used nearly three decades of observations from the Nobeyama Radioheliograph (NoRH) operating at 17 GHz.

The research combined radio observations with extreme-ultraviolet (EUV) observations from NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) and magnetic-field measurements from the Wilcox Solar Observatory (WSO).

Detailed Explanation:

Researchers from ARIES, Udaipur Solar Observatory (USO)/Physical Research Laboratory (PRL), Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Delhi, and IIT Roorkee investigated the mystery of microwave polar brightening in the Sun.

The study used nearly three decades of observations from the Nobeyama Radioheliograph (NoRH) operating at 17 GHz.

The research combined radio observations with extreme-ultraviolet (EUV) observations from NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory (SDO) and magnetic-field measurements from the Wilcox Solar Observatory (WSO).

The study found a strong relationship between microwave polar brightening and the size of polar coronal holes, with an even stronger relationship observed with the strength of the Sun’s polar magnetic field.

Researchers identified a clear north–south difference in the long-term evolution of microwave polar brightening and the area of polar coronal holes.

ARIES stands for Aryabhatta Research Institute of Observational Sciences, an autonomous institute under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, located in Nainital, Uttarakhand.

24) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, signed an agreement with Peptris Technologies Private Limited, Bengaluru, Karnataka, to provide ₹86 crore in financial support under the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund.

The project is titled VIGOR: Advancing AI-Discovered Molecules from Bench to Clinic.

The total project cost is ₹172 crore, with TDB providing ₹86 crore through Optionally Convertible Debt (OCD).

The primary objective of VIGOR is to advance four AI-discovered drug candidates from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-4 to TRL-6.

Detailed Explanation:

The Technology Development Board (TDB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, signed an agreement with Peptris Technologies Private Limited, Bengaluru, Karnataka, to provide ₹86 crore in financial support under the Research, Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund.

The project is titled VIGOR: Advancing AI-Discovered Molecules from Bench to Clinic.

The total project cost is ₹172 crore, with TDB providing ₹86 crore through Optionally Convertible Debt (OCD).

The primary objective of VIGOR is to advance four AI-discovered drug candidates from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-4 to TRL-6.

The project aims to accelerate the development of next-generation therapeutics using Artificial Intelligence (AI) and bridge the gap between computational drug discovery and clinical development.

The four drug candidates under the VIGOR programme are PEPR111, targeting neuromuscular disorders and oncology; PEPRX101, targeting alopecia; PEPR202, targeting neuropathy; and PEPR112, targeting Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (DMD).

 

25) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Indian opener Shafali Verma was named the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s Player of the Month for September 2026, following her contributions to India’s title-winning campaigns in the Women’s Asia Cup and the Asian Games.

Indian captain Shubman Gill was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for September 2026 for his performance in the One-Day International (ODI) series against the West Indies.

Shafali won the monthly award for the second time. Her previous win came in November 2025, when she helped India win the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on home soil.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian opener Shafali Verma was named the International Cricket Council (ICC) Women’s Player of the Month for September 2026, following her contributions to India’s title-winning campaigns in the Women’s Asia Cup and the Asian Games.

Indian captain Shubman Gill was named the ICC Men’s Player of the Month for September 2026 for his performance in the One-Day International (ODI) series against the West Indies.

Shafali won the monthly award for the second time. Her previous win came in November 2025, when she helped India win the ICC Women’s Cricket World Cup on home soil.

She was also India’s highest run-scorer in the Women’s Asia Cup.

Gill scored 333 runs in India’s first two One Day Internationals against the West Indies, including a century in the first match and an unbeaten double century in the second. India won both matches by eight wickets.

Gill received the award ahead of fellow nominees Abhishek Sharma of India and Sikandar Raza of Zimbabwe.

 

26) Answer: B

The International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDDRR) is observed annually on 13 October to raise awareness about disaster risk reduction and recognise efforts to reduce disaster vulnerability and losses of life, livelihoods, the economy and health.

The theme for International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction 2026 is “Resilience Starts at Home”.

 

27) Answer: C

The Department of Posts is observing National Postal Week 2026 from 9 to 15 October, commencing with World Post Day on 9 October 2026.

The theme of World Post Day 2026 is “World Post Day: One Postal Network, Infinite Possibilities.”

National Postal Week 2026 focuses on making postal services more convenient, accessible and responsive to citizens’ changing needs.

Initiatives such as N-Gen Post Offices and Jan Sewa Connect Post Offices aim to create modern and inclusive service spaces, while the Dak Sewa App and Dak Mitra App improve access to postal services through digital platforms.

28) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Margaret Hamilton, a pioneering American computer scientist who helped develop software for National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Apollo missions, Passed away at the age of 90.

She led the Software Engineering Division of the MIT Instrumentation Laboratory, which developed and tested the onboard flight software for NASA’s Apollo missions.

Detailed Explanation:

Margaret Hamilton, a pioneering American computer scientist who helped develop software for National Aeronautics and Space Administration’s (NASA) Apollo missions, Passed away at the age of 90.

She led the Software Engineering Division of the MIT Instrumentation Laboratory, which developed and tested the onboard flight software for NASA’s Apollo missions.

Hamilton led a team of approximately 100 engineers responsible for designing software that guided NASA’s Apollo spacecraft, including the command modules and lunar landers.

Her team’s software played a crucial role in the successful Apollo 11 Moon landing in 1969, which carried astronauts Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin to the lunar surface.

Margaret Hamilton is recognised as one of the pioneers of software engineering and helped establish it as a professional discipline.

In 2016, then-US President Barack Obama awarded her the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the highest civilian honour in the United States, for her contributions to science and space exploration.

Hamilton was born in 1936 in Paoli, Indiana, USA, and earned a degree in mathematics from Earlham College, Indiana, after studying at the University of Michigan.

29) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

World Post Day – 9 October 2026 (Friday): Highlights the importance of postal services in connecting people, communities and businesses and improving communication and access to essential services.

Mails and Parcels Day – 14 October 2026 (Wednesday): Focuses on reliable, efficient and accessible mail and parcel services that connect individuals, businesses and institutions and facilitate the movement of communications and goods.

Technology and Innovation Day – 15 October 2026 (Thursday): Showcases the adoption of technology and innovative solutions to improve postal operations, enhance service delivery and increase convenience and accessibility for citizens.

Detailed Explanation:

World Post Day – 9 October 2026 (Friday): Highlights the importance of postal services in connecting people, communities and businesses and improving communication and access to essential services.

Fun with Philately Day – 12 October 2026 (Monday): Promotes the cultural, educational and historical significance of stamp collecting and postal heritage, encouraging the preservation of India’s diverse heritage.

Financial Inclusion and Customer Contact Services (CCS) Day – 13 October 2026 (Tuesday): Highlights the Department’s role in expanding access to financial services through its extensive postal network, particularly among people from diverse geographical and socio-economic backgrounds.

Mails and Parcels Day – 14 October 2026 (Wednesday): Focuses on reliable, efficient and accessible mail and parcel services that connect individuals, businesses and institutions and facilitate the movement of communications and goods.

Technology and Innovation Day – 15 October 2026 (Thursday): Showcases the adoption of technology and innovative solutions to improve postal operations, enhance service delivery and increase convenience and accessibility for citizens.

 

30) Answer: B

About Nagaland:

Chief Minister: Neiphiu Rio

Governor: Nand Kishore Yadav

Capital: Kohima

National Parks: Ntangki National Park

Wildlife Sanctuaries: Fakim Wildlife Sanctuary, Puliebadze Wildlife Sanctuary, Rangapahar Wildlife Sanctuary, Singphan Wildlife Sanctuary