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1) What was the overall Supervisory Data Quality Index (sDQI) score for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) in June 2026?

(a) 87.3

(b) 90.7

(c) 92.8

(d) 93.3

(e) 96.9

2) Under which section of the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934, did the RBI exercise its powers to cancel the Certificates of Registration (CoR) of five NBFCs?

(a) Section 42(6)

(b) Section 45-IA(6)

(c) Section 45-IB(2)

(d) Section 22(3)

(e) Section 35A

 

3) Which RBI licence received perpetual validity and was expanded to include trade remittances, Nostro accounts and appointment of Forex Correspondents for RNFI Money Private Limited?

(a) Authorised Dealer Category-I (AD-I) licence

(b) Authorised Dealer Category-II (AD-II) licence

(c) Full-Fledged Money Changer (FFMC) licence

(d) Payment Aggregator (PA) licence

(e) Prepaid Payment Instrument (PPI) licence

4) Who is the Chairperson of the Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) working on a guaranteed-return pension scheme for the non-government sector?

(a) Deepak Mohanty

(b) Sanjay Malhotra

(c) T. V. Somanathan

(d) Madhabi Puri Buch

(e) Sivasubramanian Ramann

5) Which authority is piloting unassisted Aadhaar-based face authentication with four international jurisdictions to simplify cross-border KYC for NRIs?

(a) Reserve Bank of India (RBI)

(b) Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI)

(c) International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA)

(d) Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority of India (IRDAI)

(e) Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA)

 

6) Where will the national-level celebrations of the 11th Ayurveda Day be organised?

(a) New Delhi

(b) Jaipur

(c) Bengaluru

(d) Varanasi

(e) Nagpur

7) How many schools from Delhi participated in the first orientation programme for Eco-Club in-charge teachers organised by the National Zoological Park on World Rhino Day 2026?

(a) 8

(b) 10

(c) 12

(d) 15

(e) 20

8) Who co-chaired the High-Level Meeting of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC)–India Energy Dialogue?

(a) Hardeep Singh Puri and Haitham Al Ghais

(b) Hardeep Singh Puri and Mohammad Sanusi Barkindo

(c) Piyush Goyal and Haitham Al Ghais

(d) Dharmendra Pradhan and Haitham Al Ghais

(e) Hardeep Singh Puri and Abdalla El-Badri

9) What is the theme of the 9th India International Water Week 2026,  organised from 22 to 26 September 2026?

(a) Water for Sustainable Development

(b) Integrated Water Resources Management

(c) Water Security for a Developed India

(d) Climate Resilient Water Management

(e) Sustainable Water and Sanitation

10) Which state had the highest number of districts among India’s 50 most productive districts in the informal non-agricultural economy, according to ASUSE 2025?

(a) Maharashtra

(b) Tamil Nadu

(c) Haryana

(d) Telangana

(e) Punjab

 

11) According to the report by Asia Research & Engagement (ARE) and FICCI, what is India’s projected average annual per-capita protein consumption by 2070?

(a) 15 kilograms

(b) 20 kilograms

(c) 25 kilograms

(d) 30 kilograms

(e) 35 kilograms

12) Which state government launched the Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana to provide free online coaching and study materials for competitive and entrance examinations?

(a) Himachal Pradesh

(b) Sikkim

(c) Haryana

(d) Uttar Pradesh

(e) Uttarakhand

 

13) Which two additional locations in Greenland will host US military sites under the trilateral security agreement involving the US, Denmark and Greenland?

(a) Nuuk and Ilulissat

(b) Narsarsuaq and Mestersvig

(c) Pituffik and Nuuk

(d) Sisimiut and Qaqortoq

(e) Kangerlussuaq and Ilulissat

 

14) Consider the following statements regarding the “Gender Snapshot 2026” report:

1. The report was jointly released by UN Women and UN DESA on 17 September 2026.
2. Women’s representation in national parliaments increased from 22.3% in 2015 to 27.4% in 2026.
3. Women’s representation in local government stood at 35.6% in 2026.

(a) 1 only

(b) 1 and 2 only

(c) 2 and 3 only

(d) All the above

(e) None of the above

 

15) Which city hosted the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting 2026 under the US G20 Presidency?

(a) Washington, D.C.

(b) New York

(c) Chicago

(d) Houston

(e) Los Angeles

16) Which cities hosted the first and second BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) meetings under India’s BRICS chairship in 2026?

(a) Jaipur and Mumbai

(b) Mumbai and Jaipur

(c) New Delhi and Mumbai

(d) Jaipur and New Delhi

(e) Mumbai and New Delhi

17) Which award recognised Eknath Shinde’s contribution to promoting Marathi culture internationally during his London visit?

(a) Commonwealth Public Leadership Recognition

(b) Statesmanship Award for Transformative Leadership

(c) Global Pride of Maharashtra Award

(d) International Marathi Excellence Award

(e) Global Leadership Achievement Award

18) Who has been selected for the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE)?

(a) Sethuraman Panchanathan

(b) Arati Prabhakar

(c) Sundar Pichai

(d) Vivek Murthy

(e) Rajesh Subramaniam

19) When will the India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) enter into force?

(a) 27 April 2026

(b) 16 September 2026

(c) 20 October 2026

(d) 1 November 2026

(e) 1 January 2027

 

20) Which two organisations signed the MoU to establish a simplified and time-bound framework for approvals related to National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across Gujarat?

(a) NHAI and SSNNL

(b) NHAI and NHAI

(c) SSNNL and NHIDCL

(d) NHAI and Gujarat Maritime Board

(e) SSNNL and Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation

21) Who took additional charge as Chairperson of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) with effect from 13 September 2026?

(a) Ravi Mital

(b) Jayanti Prasad

(c) M. S. Sahoo

(d) Anil Kumar

(e) Sivasubramanian Raman

22) Who has been appointed as the next Executive Director of the World Food Programme (WFP)?

(a) Cindy McCain

(b) António Guterres

(c) Qu Dongyu

(d) Luke J. Lindberg

(e) David Beasley

 

23) Which two countries are co-hosting the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Joint Cooperation Activity 2026?

(a) India and Japan

(b) Japan and the Philippines

(c) Philippines and Singapore

(d) Japan and Indonesia

(e) India and the Philippines

24) How much will Google invest in AI infrastructure in Finland during 2027–2028?

(a) €5 billion

(b) €8 billion

(c) €10 billion

(d) €13 billion

(e) €15 billion

 

25) Which satellite will JioStar use under its new multi-year agreement with SES for distributing its television channels across India and the wider Indian sub-continent?

(a) IS-20

(b) GSAT-24

(c) GSAT-30

(d) INSAT-4A

(e) SES-17

26) What is the total length of the Kochi–Kanyakumari–Thoothukudi Natural Gas Pipeline (KTPL)?

(a) 324.65 km

(b) 374.65 km

(c) 424.65 km

(d) 474.65 km

(e) 524.65 km

 

27) Who was a renowned cardiologist and Padma Shri awardee who played a key role in establishing KIMS Hospital in Thiruvananthapuram in 2002?

(a) Dr. G. Vijayaraghavan

(b) Dr. Devi Shetty

(c) Dr. Naresh Trehan

(d) Dr. Prathap C. Reddy

(e) Dr. Ashok Seth

 

28) On which date is International Equal Pay Day observed annually by the United Nations?

(a) 15 September

(b) 16 September

(c) 17 September

(d) 18 September

(e) 19 September

29) On which date is World Alzheimer’s Day observed annually?

(a) 19 September

(b) 20 September

(c) 21 September

(d) 22 September

(e) 23 September

30) What is the theme of the 2026 International Day of Sign Languages observed on 23 September?

(a) Sign Language for Inclusive Education

(b) Building Inclusive Communities Through Sign Languages

(c) Declaring deaf people’s human rights

(d) Sign Languages for a Better Future

(e) Empowering Deaf Communities Through Communication

Answers:

1) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the Supervisory Data Quality Index (sDQI) for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) for the quarter ended June 2026.

The overall sDQI score improved to 93.3 in June 2026, compared with 90.7 in March 2026, indicating an improvement in the quality of regulatory data submitted by banks.

The Accuracy score recorded the sharpest improvement, rising from 86.8 to 96.3 between March and June 2026.

The Completeness score improved from 96.4 to 96.9, while the Timeliness score increased from 92.1 to 92.8.

Consistency was the only parameter to decline, marginally falling from 87.4 to 87.3.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) released the Supervisory Data Quality Index (sDQI) for Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) for the quarter ended June 2026.

The overall sDQI score improved to 93.3 in June 2026, compared with 90.7 in March 2026, indicating an improvement in the quality of regulatory data submitted by banks.

The Accuracy score recorded the sharpest improvement, rising from 86.8 to 96.3 between March and June 2026.

The Completeness score improved from 96.4 to 96.9, while the Timeliness score increased from 92.1 to 92.8.

Consistency was the only parameter to decline, marginally falling from 87.4 to 87.3.

The sDQI measures the quality of regulatory data submitted by banks using four parameters: Accuracy, Completeness, Timeliness and Consistency.

The index covers regulatory returns and microdata used by the RBI for supervisory assessments.

The June 2026 assessment covered 87 Scheduled Commercial Banks (SCBs) and important regulatory returns, including Asset-Liability and Off-Balance Sheet Exposures (ALE) and Asset Quality (RAQ).

Among bank groups, Small Finance Banks (SFBs) recorded the highest overall sDQI score of 93.8 in June 2026, compared with 90.4 in March 2026.

2) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the Certificates of Registration (CoR) of five Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and accepted the surrender of registrations from eight other NBFCs across India due to exit from the Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) business, mergers and regulatory compliance changes.

The RBI actions were carried out between 4 August and 31 August 2026 under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.

RBI exercised its powers under Section 45-IA(6) of the RBI Act, 1934 to cancel the CoR of NBFCs that surrendered their licences or failed to meet applicable regulatory requirements.

Detailed Explanation:

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) cancelled the Certificates of Registration (CoR) of five Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) and accepted the surrender of registrations from eight other NBFCs across India due to exit from the Non-Banking Financial Institution (NBFI) business, mergers and regulatory compliance changes.

The RBI actions were carried out between 4 August and 31 August 2026 under the Reserve Bank of India Act, 1934.

RBI exercised its powers under Section 45-IA(6) of the RBI Act, 1934 to cancel the CoR of NBFCs that surrendered their licences or failed to meet applicable regulatory requirements.

The five NBFCs whose CoRs were cancelled were Dar’s Financial Services, Rolta Holding and Finance Corporation, Vasudeo Securities, Parsoli Corporation, and A C Choksi Financial Services.

Anupam Mercantile Limited, Grand Motor and Finance Private Limited, Sky Limit International Finance Limited, and ASA International India Microfinance Limited surrendered their registrations after exiting the NBFI business.

Shivam Securities Private Limited and April Investment and Finance Private Limited surrendered their registrations after ceasing to exist due to amalgamation, merger, dissolution or voluntary strike-off.

Anagram Industries Limited surrendered its registration after qualifying as an unregistered Core Investment Company (CIC).

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

RNFI Money Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of RNFI Services Limited, received Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approval to undertake cross-border trade remittances.

The RBI granted perpetual validity to RNFI Money’s Authorised Dealer Category-II (AD-II) foreign exchange licence, providing long-term certainty for its cross-border payments business.

The RBI also expanded the scope of the AD-II licence to include trade remittances, Nostro accounts and appointment of Forex Correspondents.

The approval enables RNFI Money to provide regulated foreign exchange, remittance and trade-payment services through RNFI’s nationwide last-mile network.

RNFI Money plans to progressively appoint Forex Correspondents from its retail-agent network to provide assisted access to foreign exchange and trade-payment services.

Detailed Explanation:

RNFI Money Private Limited, a wholly owned subsidiary of RNFI Services Limited, received Reserve Bank of India (RBI) approval to undertake cross-border trade remittances.

The RBI granted perpetual validity to RNFI Money’s Authorised Dealer Category-II (AD-II) foreign exchange licence, providing long-term certainty for its cross-border payments business.

The RBI also expanded the scope of the AD-II licence to include trade remittances, Nostro accounts and appointment of Forex Correspondents.

The approval enables RNFI Money to provide regulated foreign exchange, remittance and trade-payment services through RNFI’s nationwide last-mile network.

RNFI Money plans to progressively appoint Forex Correspondents from its retail-agent network to provide assisted access to foreign exchange and trade-payment services.

The services are expected to benefit individuals, exporters, importers and MSMEs, particularly in smaller towns and underserved regions.

RNFI’s network comprises more than 280,000 active retail agents across India, supporting services such as Aadhaar-enabled payments, domestic money transfers and banking correspondent operations.

The approval builds on RNFI Services Limited’s recent in-principle RBI authorisation to operate as a Payment Aggregator–Physical (PA-P).

The expanded licence will allow RNFI Money to widen access to forex and trade-payment services beyond traditional banking and forex channels.

All transactions will continue to be centrally processed and monitored in accordance with RBI regulations and FEMA (Foreign Exchange Management Act) regulations.

4) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has set up a committee to work on a guaranteed-return pension scheme for the non-government sector.

PFRDA Chairperson Sivasubramanian Ramann said the regulator is working with an expert panel on products aimed at providing a fully guaranteed pension offering.

PFRDA has introduced an interim non-guaranteed retirement-income scheme for people aged 60–80 years, allowing monthly withdrawals from the retirement corpus.

PFRDA is working on inflation-protected bonds for the proposed guaranteed-pension products because existing annuities are not inflation-protected.

The proposed Swasthya scheme received an encouraging response in its proof of concept and is expected to be launched after technology partners and Central Recordkeeping Agencies (CRAs) complete backend integration with health providers.

Detailed Explanation:

The Pension Fund Regulatory and Development Authority (PFRDA) has set up a committee to work on a guaranteed-return pension scheme for the non-government sector.

PFRDA Chairperson Sivasubramanian Ramann said the regulator is working with an expert panel on products aimed at providing a fully guaranteed pension offering.

PFRDA has introduced an interim non-guaranteed retirement-income scheme for people aged 60–80 years, allowing monthly withdrawals from the retirement corpus.

PFRDA is working on inflation-protected bonds for the proposed guaranteed-pension products because existing annuities are not inflation-protected.

The proposed Swasthya scheme received an encouraging response in its proof of concept and is expected to be launched after technology partners and Central Recordkeeping Agencies (CRAs) complete backend integration with health providers.

Under the Swasthya scheme, pension-account funds can be used for hospital bills, supplemented by top-up insurance of around 8–10 times the subscriber’s contribution.

PFRDA aims to bring India’s informal, non-taxpaying workforce, representing nearly 90% of all working people, into the pension system through technology.

NPS Tatkal, UPI providers, and the Ministry of Labour’s e-Shram database are key tools for mobile-based pension account opening and UPI-based contributions

 

5) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) is piloting unassisted Aadhaar-based face authentication with four international jurisdictions to simplify the cross-border know your customer (KYC) process for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).

The pilot is aimed at allowing NRIs with an Aadhaar footprint to complete digital onboarding without assistance, enabling overseas investors to open accounts digitally and invest.

IFSCA Chairman K. Rajaraman said that cross-border KYC and cross-border payments are the two key issues that need to be addressed to enable NRIs to invest globally through GIFT City and also invest in India.

Detailed Explanation:

International Financial Services Centres Authority (IFSCA) is piloting unassisted Aadhaar-based face authentication with four international jurisdictions to simplify the cross-border know your customer (KYC) process for Non-Resident Indians (NRIs).

The pilot is aimed at allowing NRIs with an Aadhaar footprint to complete digital onboarding without assistance, enabling overseas investors to open accounts digitally and invest.

IFSCA Chairman K. Rajaraman said that cross-border KYC and cross-border payments are the two key issues that need to be addressed to enable NRIs to invest globally through GIFT City and also invest in India.

The initiative is part of efforts to develop Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) as a platform for global wealth management.

IFSCA has asked banks operating in the International Financial Services Centre (IFSC) to establish wealth-management units to serve High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNIs) with global operations and overseas family offices.

HSBC and State Bank of India (SBI) are among the banks that have already begun setting up wealth-management units in the IFSC.

The initiative aims to tap into the large overseas Indian/NRI financial pool, with NRIs remitting more than $140 billion to India last year, according to the IFSCA Chairman.

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The 11th Ayurveda Day on 23 September celebrations will be organised by the Ministry of Ayush in Nagpur, with participation from Ayurveda institutions, practitioners and stakeholders across India and worldwide.

The celebrations will focus on the theme “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow (स्वस्थ भविष्य के लिए आयुर्वेद)”.

The national programme will witness the launch of the first-ever Report on the “Ayush Services Sector”, prepared by the Research and Information System for Developing Countries, providing an assessment of the Ayush services sector.

Safety Dossiers on Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) and Chandrasura (Lepidium sativum) will also be launched.

Detailed Explanation:

The 11th Ayurveda Day on 23 September celebrations will be organised by the Ministry of Ayush in Nagpur, with participation from Ayurveda institutions, practitioners and stakeholders across India and worldwide.

The celebrations will focus on the theme “Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow (स्वस्थ भविष्य के लिए आयुर्वेद)”.

The national programme will witness the launch of the first-ever Report on the “Ayush Services Sector”, prepared by the Research and Information System for Developing Countries, providing an assessment of the Ayush services sector.

Safety Dossiers on Gokshura (Tribulus terrestris) and Chandrasura (Lepidium sativum) will also be launched.

Standard Treatment Guidelines (STGs) on Skin Disorders and other initiatives and publications will be launched to strengthen evidence, research, innovation and community wellbeing in Ayurveda.

The programme will feature the launch of the report “From Traditional Wisdom to Global Leadership: Ayush Vision 2030”.

The Status Report on Ayush-related Inventions in India will also be launched.

The Central Council for Research in Ayurvedic Sciences–Ayurveda Gyan Naipunya Initiative (CCRAS–AGNI) Assessment Scale Web Portal will be launched during the programme.

The event will feature two scientific sessions:

Scientific Session I: “Shashwatam to Vishwas - Ayurveda for a Healthier Tomorrow and the Road to 2047”.

Scientific Session II: “Integrating Therapies is needed to reduce Non-Communicable Diseases Burden by 2027”.

The 11th Ayurveda Day will emphasise the role of evidence, research and innovation in strengthening Ayurveda and advancing community wellbeing.

7) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, observed World Rhino Day 2026 on September 22, 2026 with a series of awareness and educational programmes focused on rhino conservation, wildlife protection and biodiversity conservation.

As part of its school outreach initiative, the Zoo organised its first orientation programme for Eco-Club in-charge teachers, with teachers from 12 schools of Delhi participating.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Zoological Park (NZP), New Delhi, observed World Rhino Day 2026 on September 22, 2026 with a series of awareness and educational programmes focused on rhino conservation, wildlife protection and biodiversity conservation.

As part of its school outreach initiative, the Zoo organised its first orientation programme for Eco-Club in-charge teachers, with teachers from 12 schools of Delhi participating.

The Director of the National Zoological Park interacted with the teachers and highlighted the importance of stronger collaboration between the Zoo and schools for environmental education and conservation awareness.

A special keepers’ talk on rhinos was organised at the rhino enclosures, where Zoo keepers explained rhino behaviour, feeding habits, daily care and scientific management at the National Zoological Park.

At present, the National Zoological Park, New Delhi, has one adult female rhinoceros named Anjuha in its collection.

8) Answer: A

Detailed Explanation:

India and the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries (OPEC) reviewed global oil market stability, energy security and long-term energy cooperation at the High-Level Meeting of the OPEC–India Energy Dialogue.

The meeting was co-chaired by Hardeep Singh Puri, Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, India, and Haitham Al Ghais, Secretary General of the Organization of the Petroleum Exporting Countries.

Discussions focused on oil market stability, energy security, and the need for adequate and timely investment across the oil industry.

Both sides reviewed the short-, medium- and long-term outlooks for the oil and energy sector, highlighting India’s important role in global economic growth and energy demand.

Hardeep Singh Puri stated that India and OPEC share a complementary and mutually beneficial relationship and appreciated Haitham Al Ghais for strengthening the partnership.

India reaffirmed the importance of its longstanding engagement with OPEC and its Member Countries, which has supported mutual understanding and cooperation on key energy issues.

9) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 9th India International Water Week 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The 9th India International Water Week 2026 is being organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti from 22 to 26 September 2026 as a five-day event.

The theme of India International Water Week 2026 is “Climate Resilient Water Management.”

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan stressed that water is the foundation of life and civilisations and called for its judicious use, conservation and effective management.

Detailed Explanation:

Vice-President of India Shri C. P. Radhakrishnan inaugurated the 9th India International Water Week 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.

The 9th India International Water Week 2026 is being organised by the Ministry of Jal Shakti from 22 to 26 September 2026 as a five-day event.

The theme of India International Water Week 2026 is “Climate Resilient Water Management.”

Vice-President C. P. Radhakrishnan stressed that water is the foundation of life and civilisations and called for its judicious use, conservation and effective management.

He recalled undertaking a 19,000-kilometre Ratha Yatra across Tamil Nadu more than two decades ago to create awareness about river interlinking, water conservation and proper management of water resources.

India accounts for about 2.4% of the world’s land area and 18% of the global population, while possessing only around 4% of the world’s freshwater resources.

The Kishau Multipurpose Project agreement among six States was highlighted as an important example of inter-State cooperation.

As India aims to become a developed economy by 2047, efficient and sustainable water management will remain critical.

He urged participants to share knowledge, build partnerships and commit to water conservation, stating: “Jal Suraksha will lead to Jan Suraksha and Rashtra Suraksha.”

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Haryana has the highest number of India’s most productive districts in the informal non-agricultural economy, with seven districts ranking among the top 50 districts nationally in terms of Gross Value Added (GVA) per worker for market establishments, according to the first-ever district-level estimates released by the National Statistical Office (NSO).

Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Telangana followed Haryana, with six districts each among the top 50 most productive districts.

Districts from only eight states accounted for 40 of the 50 most productive districts, highlighting the significant geographical concentration of productivity in India’s unincorporated sector.

Detailed Explanation:

Haryana has the highest number of India’s most productive districts in the informal non-agricultural economy, with seven districts ranking among the top 50 districts nationally in terms of Gross Value Added (GVA) per worker for market establishments, according to the first-ever district-level estimates released by the National Statistical Office (NSO).

Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu and Telangana followed Haryana, with six districts each among the top 50 most productive districts.

Districts from only eight states accounted for 40 of the 50 most productive districts, highlighting the significant geographical concentration of productivity in India’s unincorporated sector.

The estimates were released under the Annual Survey of Unincorporated Sector Enterprises (ASUSE) 2025.

The redesigned sample of ASUSE 2025 enabled the National Statistical Office (NSO) to publish district-level estimates for the first time, covering 757 individual districts across all States and Union Territories.

Satara district in Maharashtra recorded the highest output per worker, at ₹8.7 lakh, among all districts in the country.

Satara was followed by Fatehgarh Sahib in Punjab and Tonk in Rajasthan in terms of output per worker.

12) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India’s average annual per-capita protein consumption is projected to more than triple from 9.5 kilograms in 2025 to 30 kilograms by 2070, with dairy forming a significant part of the consumption.

The increase is expected to push protein-related emissions to more than seven times the estimated climate-safe threshold, according to a report released by Asia Research & Engagement (ARE) in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

The report stated that the increase in protein consumption will be driven by population growth, rising incomes, urbanisation, public nutrition programmes and changing dietary preferences.

Despite the projected rise in protein consumption, India continues to face protein insecurity and dietary inequality, according to the report.

Under the Business-as-Usual (BAU) model, India’s annual protein-related emissions could reach 1.92 gigatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (Gt CO2e) by 2070.

Detailed Explanation:

India’s average annual per-capita protein consumption is projected to more than triple from 9.5 kilograms in 2025 to 30 kilograms by 2070, with dairy forming a significant part of the consumption.

The increase is expected to push protein-related emissions to more than seven times the estimated climate-safe threshold, according to a report released by Asia Research & Engagement (ARE) in partnership with the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry (FICCI).

The report stated that the increase in protein consumption will be driven by population growth, rising incomes, urbanisation, public nutrition programmes and changing dietary preferences.

Despite the projected rise in protein consumption, India continues to face protein insecurity and dietary inequality, according to the report.

Under the Business-as-Usual (BAU) model, India’s annual protein-related emissions could reach 1.92 gigatonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (Gt CO2e) by 2070.

The projected 1.92 Gt CO2e emissions would be more than seven times the estimated climate-safe threshold of 0.25 Gt CO2e.

Rituj Sahu, Director of Protein Transition and Sustainable Food Systems (India) at Asia Research & Engagement, stated that significant improvements would be required on both the production side and demand side to address the protein transition.

A combined approach involving improvements in production efficiency across dairy, poultry and seafood systems, along with diversification of the protein base, could reduce annual emissions to 0.30 Gt CO2e by 2070.

Although the projected 0.30 Gt CO2e would remain above the climate-safe threshold, it would substantially reduce the gap.

12) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Uttarakhand Government, under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, announced the Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana, an initiative aimed at helping students prepare for various competitive examinations and entrance examinations for higher education institutions through free online classes and study materials.

The Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana aims to assist students preparing for various competitive and entrance examinations for admission to higher education institutions.

The scheme will provide free online coaching classes and study materials, helping students prepare for examinations without the financial burden of expensive private coaching.

Detailed Explanation:

The Uttarakhand Government, under Chief Minister Pushkar Singh Dhami, announced the Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana, an initiative aimed at helping students prepare for various competitive examinations and entrance examinations for higher education institutions through free online classes and study materials.

The Mukhyamantri Yuva Bhavishya Nirman Yojana aims to assist students preparing for various competitive and entrance examinations for admission to higher education institutions.

13) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

United States (US) President Donald Trump signed a trilateral security agreement with Denmark and Greenland on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic.

The agreement keeps Greenland under Danish control and does not fulfil the earlier US objective of acquiring Greenland, while allowing a significantly expanded US military presence on the island.

The agreement provides for two additional US military sites at Narsarsuaq in southern Greenland and Mestersvig on the east coast.

Detailed Explanation:

United States (US) President Donald Trump signed a trilateral security agreement with Denmark and Greenland on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York to strengthen security in the Arctic and North Atlantic.

The agreement keeps Greenland under Danish control and does not fulfil the earlier US objective of acquiring Greenland, while allowing a significantly expanded US military presence on the island.

The agreement provides for two additional US military sites at Narsarsuaq in southern Greenland and Mestersvig on the east coast.

The existing Pituffik Space Base in Greenland will also be expanded under the agreement.

The agreement does not specify the number of US troops to be deployed or the timeline for establishing the additional military sites.

The scheme will provide free online coaching classes and study materials, helping students prepare for examinations without the financial burden of expensive private coaching.

The initiative is aimed particularly at talented students from economically weaker backgrounds who may be unable to afford high-priced private coaching classes.

The provision of online study materials is intended to reduce financial barriers faced by young students while preparing for competitive examinations.

Students studying in universities, government colleges and aided colleges in Uttarakhand will be eligible to benefit from the scheme.

Through the online mode, students will be able to prepare from home under the guidance of subject experts.

14) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

UN Women and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) released the report “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2026” on 17 September 2026.

The Gender Snapshot 2026 assesses the status of gender equality under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and tracks progress for women and girls across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The report is based on data from more than 100 sources, providing a broad assessment of progress towards gender equality.

Around 1 in 4 institutional mechanisms for gender equality experienced reductions in operating budgets, while nearly 1 in 10 lost control over their budgets altogether.

Detailed Explanation:

UN Women and the United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs (UN DESA) released the report “Progress on the Sustainable Development Goals: The Gender Snapshot 2026” on 17 September 2026.

The Gender Snapshot 2026 assesses the status of gender equality under the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and tracks progress for women and girls across all 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

The report is based on data from more than 100 sources, providing a broad assessment of progress towards gender equality.

Around 1 in 4 institutional mechanisms for gender equality experienced reductions in operating budgets, while nearly 1 in 10 lost control over their budgets altogether.

Global funding for gender equality fell to its lowest level since 2021, with women’s rights organisations among the groups most affected.

Between 2023 and 2024, bilateral aid with gender equality objectives declined by 13%, while funding for women’s rights organisations fell by 28%.

Around 42% of UN entities reported a weakening of their gender equality efforts amid funding cuts.

Political representation remains uneven globally, with 6 in 7 countries led by men.

Nearly 9 in 10 defence ministers and more than 8 in 10 finance ministers globally are men.

Women’s representation in national parliaments increased from 22.3% in 2015 to 27.4% in 2026.

Women’s representation in local government stood at 35.6%, remaining broadly stagnant since 2023.

 

15) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Union Minister Manohar Lal, Minister of Power (MoP) and Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), led India’s delegation at the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting 2026 held in Houston,United States of America (USA), from 14–16 September 2026 under the US G20 Presidency.

The meeting focused on three key pillars: Energy Security & Affordable Baseload, Permitting & Regulatory Efficiency, and Critical Minerals & Resilient Supply Chains.

G20 nations adopted four consensus outcomes covering clean cooking/household energy access, permitting and regulatory efficiency, water reuse, and secure critical-mineral supply chains.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Minister Manohar Lal, Minister of Power (MoP) and Housing & Urban Affairs (MoHUA), led India’s delegation at the G20 Energy Abundance Ministerial Meeting 2026 held in Houston,United States of America (USA), from 14–16 September 2026 under the US G20 Presidency.

The meeting focused on three key pillars: Energy Security & Affordable Baseload, Permitting & Regulatory Efficiency, and Critical Minerals & Resilient Supply Chains.

G20 nations adopted four consensus outcomes covering clean cooking/household energy access, permitting and regulatory efficiency, water reuse, and secure critical-mineral supply chains.

The meeting emphasised energy security, affordability, infrastructure efficiency, clean cooking, faster regulatory approvals, water resilience, and diversified critical-mineral supply chains.

The G20 Statement on Advancing Clean Cooking Access called for universal access to clean cooking through a technology-neutral and nationally appropriate approach, recognising that no single solution can meet the needs of all countries.

 

16) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) expressed concern over the “unilateral imposition” of tariffs and non-tariff measures that distort international trade in a joint statement issued on 11 September 2026.

The BRICS FMCBG reiterated support for an “open, transparent, inclusive, non-discriminatory and rules-based multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core.

The FMCBG called for practical solutions for cross-border payments in local currencies, while recognising the importance of national priorities and stating that there can be no one-size-fits-all approach.

The first FMCBG meeting under India’s BRICS chairship was held on 12 August 2026 in Jaipur, while the second meeting was held on 9–10 September 2026 in Mumbai.

Detailed Explanation:

BRICS Finance Ministers and Central Bank Governors (FMCBG) expressed concern over the “unilateral imposition” of tariffs and non-tariff measures that distort international trade in a joint statement issued on 11 September 2026.

The BRICS FMCBG reiterated support for an “open, transparent, inclusive, non-discriminatory and rules-based multilateral trading system with the World Trade Organization (WTO) at its core.

The FMCBG called for practical solutions for cross-border payments in local currencies, while recognising the importance of national priorities and stating that there can be no one-size-fits-all approach.

The first FMCBG meeting under India’s BRICS chairship was held on 12 August 2026 in Jaipur, while the second meeting was held on 9–10 September 2026 in Mumbai.

The BRICS Payment Task Force (BPTF) was recognised for exploring pragmatic solutions to develop efficient cross-border payment mechanisms among BRICS countries.

Under India’s BRICS chairship, the BRICS Task Force on Growth and Development was established as a dedicated platform to address shared growth and development challenges relevant to BRICS and other emerging markets and developing economies.

The BRICS Task Force on Growth and Development is structured into two workstreams, covering the Resilience, Innovation and Cooperation pillars and the Sustainability pillar.

The joint statement also discussed reform of multilateral lending institutions, including the World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF).

Other areas discussed included tax and customs cooperation, central bank capacity building, cybersecurity, artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing in finance, and the global economy.

 

17 Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, received three international recognitions during his London visit.

He received the Commonwealth Public Leadership Recognition at the British Parliament.

He was also honoured with the Statesmanship Award for Transformative Leadership.

The Global Pride of Maharashtra Award recognised his contribution to promoting Marathi culture internationally.

The recognitions acknowledged areas including citizen-focused, transparent and innovative governance, infrastructure development, and regional growth.

Detailed Explanation:

Eknath Shinde, Deputy Chief Minister of Maharashtra, received three international recognitions during his London visit.

He received the Commonwealth Public Leadership Recognition at the British Parliament.

He was also honoured with the Statesmanship Award for Transformative Leadership.

The Global Pride of Maharashtra Award recognised his contribution to promoting Marathi culture internationally.

The recognitions acknowledged areas including citizen-focused, transparent and innovative governance, infrastructure development, and regional growth.

Shinde credited the recognition to the work of the Mahayuti government and highlighted initiatives such as Mukhyamantri Majhi Ladki Bahin Yojana and Shasan Aaplya Dari, which have benefited millions of people across Maharashtra.

During the visit, he proposed the possibility of organising an International Marathi Literature Festival in London.

Overall, the recognitions focused on governance, transformative leadership and the international promotion of Marathi culture.

18) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Sethuraman Panchanathan has been selected for the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE).

The award will be presented on 4 October 2026 in Washington, D.C., during the 2026 National Academy of Engineering Annual Meeting.

Panchanathan is the first Indian American and the first Arizonan to receive the Arthur M. Bueche Award in its more than 40-year history.

The Arthur M. Bueche Award was established in 1982–1983 by the National Academy of Engineering.

Detailed Explanation:

Sethuraman Panchanathan has been selected for the 2026 Arthur M. Bueche Award by the National Academy of Engineering (NAE).

The award will be presented on 4 October 2026 in Washington, D.C., during the 2026 National Academy of Engineering Annual Meeting.

Panchanathan is the first Indian American and the first Arizonan to receive the Arthur M. Bueche Award in its more than 40-year history.

The Arthur M. Bueche Award was established in 1982–1983 by the National Academy of Engineering.

The award honours an engineer for dedication to science and technology, active participation in United States science and technology policy, promotion of technological development, and strengthening relationships among industry, government and universities.

Panchanathan served as the 15th Director of the United States National Science Foundation from June 2020 to April 2025.

He has held a faculty position at Arizona State University since 1997 and currently serves as University Professor of Technology and Innovation.

In April 2026, Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego appointed Panchanathan to lead the Phoenix Quantum Strategy.

 

19) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will enter into force on 20 October 2026, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation between India and New Zealand.

The FTA was signed on 27 April 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, and Todd McClay, New Zealand’s Minister for Trade and Investment.

Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay announced the entry-into-force date through a virtual conference.

Detailed Explanation:

The India–New Zealand Free Trade Agreement (FTA) will enter into force on 20 October 2026, marking a significant step in strengthening bilateral trade, investment and economic cooperation between India and New Zealand.

The FTA was signed on 27 April 2026 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, by Piyush Goyal, Union Minister of Commerce and Industry, and Todd McClay, New Zealand’s Minister for Trade and Investment.

Piyush Goyal and Todd McClay announced the entry-into-force date through a virtual conference.

The New Zealand Parliament passed the legislation on 16 September 2026, completing a key domestic process for implementation of the agreement.

Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to New Zealand in July 2026, the first visit by an Indian Prime Minister to New Zealand in four decades, provided further momentum to bilateral relations and the early implementation of the FTA.

During the visit, India and New Zealand announced a Strategic Partnership and endorsed the India–New Zealand Strategic Partnership: Roadmap to 2030 as a shared framework for cooperation over the next four years.

The Roadmap to 2030 includes an aspirational target of doubling bilateral two-way trade in goods and services to NZ$7 billion (approximately ₹35,000 crore) by 2030.

20) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

National Highways Authority of India and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a simplified and time-bound framework for approvals related to National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across Gujarat.

The MoU aims to strengthen inter-departmental coordination, facilitate faster approvals and ensure seamless execution of National Highway and irrigation infrastructure projects.

The agreement establishes a simplified and time-bound approval framework for National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across Gujarat.

A key provision is the mutual waiver of various fees, charges and other levies by NHAI and SSNNL for all crossings covered under the agreement.

The fee waiver is expected to reduce project costs, remove avoidable procedural bottlenecks and improve the utilisation of public funds, thereby accelerating infrastructure development.

Detailed Explanation:

National Highways Authority of India and Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited signed a Memorandum of Understanding to establish a simplified and time-bound framework for approvals related to National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across Gujarat.

The MoU aims to strengthen inter-departmental coordination, facilitate faster approvals and ensure seamless execution of National Highway and irrigation infrastructure projects.

The agreement establishes a simplified and time-bound approval framework for National Highway, canal and pipeline crossings across Gujarat.

A key provision is the mutual waiver of various fees, charges and other levies by NHAI and SSNNL for all crossings covered under the agreement.

The fee waiver is expected to reduce project costs, remove avoidable procedural bottlenecks and improve the utilisation of public funds, thereby accelerating infrastructure development.

The MoU provides for early sharing of project information and adoption of standardised engineering practices.

It also clearly defines responsibilities for the construction and maintenance of crossing structures, supporting better project planning, quality standards and operational efficiency.

21) Answer: B

Jayanti Prasad, Whole-Time Member (WTM) of IBBI, took additional charge as Chairperson of the Insolvency and Bankruptcy Board of India (IBBI) with effect from 13 September 2026.

Jayanti Prasad succeeded Ravi Mital as IBBI Chairperson and will hold the additional charge until 20 November 2026, or until a new Chairperson joins, whichever is earlier.

22) Answer: D

Luke J. Lindberg, a United States of America (USA) national and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs at the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), has been appointed as the next Executive Director (ED) of the World Food Programme (WFP).

Luke J. Lindberg was jointly appointed by UN Secretary-General António Guterres and FAO Director-General Qu Dongyu, following consultation with the WFP Executive Board.

The WFP Executive Director is appointed for a five-year term.

Lindberg succeeds Cindy McCain, who served as WFP Executive Director from April 2023 to May 2026 before stepping down.

 

23 Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Indian Naval Ships INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish arrived at Subic Bay, Philippines, on 20 September 2026 to participate in the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Joint Cooperation Activity (JCA).

The ADMM-Plus JCA brings together maritime forces from ASEAN Member States and eight Plus countries to strengthen maritime cooperation, interoperability, and mutual understanding.

The Joint Cooperation Activity is being conducted from 20–26 September 2026 at Subic Bay, Philippines, and is co-hosted by Japan and the Philippines.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Naval Ships INS Sahyadri and INS Kulish arrived at Subic Bay, Philippines, on 20 September 2026 to participate in the ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) Joint Cooperation Activity (JCA).

The ADMM-Plus JCA brings together maritime forces from ASEAN Member States and eight Plus countries to strengthen maritime cooperation, interoperability, and mutual understanding.

The Joint Cooperation Activity is being conducted from 20–26 September 2026 at Subic Bay, Philippines, and is co-hosted by Japan and the Philippines.

The activity includes professional and operational engagements, interoperability drills, subject-matter exchanges, and coordinated maritime activities.

The Harbour Phase includes a disaster-response tabletop exercise, subject-matter expert exchanges, and an open house aboard participating ships, followed by the Sea Phase.

India’s participation is in line with the Act East Policy and the MAHASAGAR vision, which stands for “Mutual and Holistic Advancement for Security and Growth Across Regions.”

24) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Alphabet’s Google will invest at least €13 billion (US$15.1 billion) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Finland over 2027–2028, marking Google’s largest investment in Europe.

The investment will include three new data centres in northern Finland, along with electricity-grid improvements, clean-energy projects and battery projects.

Detailed Explanation:

Alphabet’s Google will invest at least €13 billion (US$15.1 billion) in Artificial Intelligence (AI) infrastructure in Finland over 2027–2028, marking Google’s largest investment in Europe.

The investment will include three new data centres in northern Finland, along with electricity-grid improvements, clean-energy projects and battery projects.

The infrastructure will support Google services including Gemini, Search, Maps and YouTube, while strengthening AI development and digital infrastructure in Finland and Europe.

Google selected Finland partly because of its cold climate, which helps reduce the cost and energy required to cool data centres.

Finland also offers substantial low-carbon electricity, making it attractive for energy-intensive AI data centres.

The Finland investment is expected to contribute around US$3.6 billion to Finland’s GDP during the construction phase.

 

25) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

JioStar, the streaming and television platform of Reliance Industries, signed a new multi-year agreement with SES, a Luxembourg-based space solutions company, for satellite distribution services.

Under the agreement, JioStar will use SES’s IS-20 satellite to distribute its television channel portfolio across India and the wider Indian sub-continent.

The partnership will enable reliable and high-quality delivery of JioStar’s channels to cable television, Direct-to-Home (DTH), and other broadcast distribution networks.

Detailed Explanation:

JioStar, the streaming and television platform of Reliance Industries, signed a new multi-year agreement with SES, a Luxembourg-based space solutions company, for satellite distribution services.

Under the agreement, JioStar will use SES’s IS-20 satellite to distribute its television channel portfolio across India and the wider Indian sub-continent.

The partnership will enable reliable and high-quality delivery of JioStar’s channels to cable television, Direct-to-Home (DTH), and other broadcast distribution networks.

The satellite distribution arrangement will support television services reaching millions of households across the region.

Through the agreement, JioStar becomes part of SES’s established video neighbourhood, which serves broadcasters, media companies, telecom operators, and government customers.

SES’s video services through this established network cover regions including Europe, West Asia, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific.

26) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) approved an investment of ₹2,448.70 crore (approximately ₹2,449 crore) for the development and operation of the Kochi–Kanyakumari–Thoothukudi Natural Gas Pipeline (KTPL).

The KTPL pipeline will have a total length of 424.65 km and will connect Kochi in Kerala with Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, passing through the Kanyakumari region.

The pipeline originates from the Kochi LNG Terminal in Kerala and is designed to transport regasified liquefied natural gas (R-LNG) to demand centres in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

The pipeline will have an overall capacity of 6.84 million standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD).

The project will have a minimum common carrier capacity of 1.71 MMSCMD, enabling third-party access in accordance with India’s natural gas pipeline regulations.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL) approved an investment of ₹2,448.70 crore (approximately ₹2,449 crore) for the development and operation of the Kochi–Kanyakumari–Thoothukudi Natural Gas Pipeline (KTPL).

The KTPL pipeline will have a total length of 424.65 km and will connect Kochi in Kerala with Thoothukudi in Tamil Nadu, passing through the Kanyakumari region.

The pipeline originates from the Kochi LNG Terminal in Kerala and is designed to transport regasified liquefied natural gas (R-LNG) to demand centres in Kerala and Tamil Nadu.

The pipeline will have an overall capacity of 6.84 million standard cubic metres per day (MMSCMD).

The project will have a minimum common carrier capacity of 1.71 MMSCMD, enabling third-party access in accordance with India’s natural gas pipeline regulations.

The Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board (PNGRB) authorised IOCL on 17 April 2026 to lay, build, operate and expand the KTPL pipeline.

The PNGRB had invited bids for the project on a suo motu basis, with bidding beginning on 17 October 2024 and the last date for submission being 18 February 2025.

 

27) Answer: A

Short Explanation:

Dr. Govindan (G.) Vijayaraghavan, a renowned cardiologist and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at the age of 84 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Dr. G. Vijayaraghavan was born on 18 September 1942 at Perumpuzha, Kollam, Kerala.

Dr. Vijayaraghavan played a key role in establishing KIMS Hospital (Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences) in Thiruvananthapuram in 2002.

Detailed Explanation:

Dr. Govindan (G.) Vijayaraghavan, a renowned cardiologist and Padma Shri awardee, passed away at the age of 84 in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

Dr. G. Vijayaraghavan was born on 18 September 1942 at Perumpuzha, Kollam, Kerala.

Dr. Vijayaraghavan played a key role in establishing KIMS Hospital (Kerala Institute of Medical Sciences) in Thiruvananthapuram in 2002.

He served as the Founding Director and Vice-Chairperson of KIMS and headed its Cardiology Department for more than two decades.

He established India’s first 2D echocardiography laboratory at Government Medical College, Thiruvananthapuram, in 1980, significantly advancing non-invasive cardiac diagnosis.

He received the Padma Shri in 2009 in the field of Medicine for his contributions to medical sciences and healthcare.

He received Lifetime Achievement Awards from the Indian Academy of Echocardiography, Indian College of Cardiology and Cardiological Society of India.

He was also honoured with Honorary Fellowships from international medical organisations including the Royal College of Physicians and the American College of Cardiology.

 

28) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

International Equal Pay Day is observed annually on 18 September by the United Nations.

The day promotes the principle of equal pay for work of equal value and aims to strengthen efforts to close the global gender pay gap.

International Equal Pay Day was first observed on 18 September 2020.

Detailed Explanation:

International Equal Pay Day is observed annually on 18 September by the United Nations.

The day promotes the principle of equal pay for work of equal value and aims to strengthen efforts to close the global gender pay gap.

International Equal Pay Day was first observed on 18 September 2020.

In 2019, Iceland and other members of the Equal Pay International Coalition (EPIC) proposed a resolution on equal pay during the 41st session of the United Nations Human Rights Council.

The proposal recommended the establishment of an International Equal Pay Day.

On 18 December 2019, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution A/RES/74/142, officially proclaiming 18 September as International Equal Pay Day.

29) Answer: C

World Alzheimer’s Day is observed annually on 21 September.

Alzheimer’s disease is a brain disorder that progressively damages memory and thinking abilities and can eventually affect a person’s ability to perform simple daily tasks.

Alzheimer’s disease was first diagnosed in 1901 in an elderly German woman by Alois Alzheimer, a German psychiatrist. The disease was subsequently named after him.

 

30) Answer: C

International Day of Sign Languages is observed annually on 23 September.

The 2026 theme is “Declaring deaf people’s human rights.”

Sign languages are languages used for communication through hand gestures, symbols and movements representing words or letters.