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1) What was the final redemption price per gram of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2018–19 Series II, fixed by the RBI at maturity in October 2026?

(a) ₹13,825 per gram

(b) ₹14,125 per gram

(c) ₹14,425 per gram

(d) ₹14,725 per gram

(e) ₹15,025 per gram

 

2) Consider the following statements regarding Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs):

1. SGBs carry a fixed interest rate of 2.5% per annum, payable half-yearly.
2. SGBs have a tenure of eight years, with premature redemption permitted after the fifth year on interest payment dates.
3. III. The maximum investment limit for individuals and HUFs is 20 kg per financial year.

(a) Only I

(b) Only II

(c) Both I and II

(d) Both II and III

(e) All of the above

3) Which city in Odisha is home to the RBI’s ₹169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 25 October 2026?

(a) Cuttack

(b) Jatni

(c) Puri

(d) Rourkela

(e) Sambalpur

4) Which city hosts the existing Reserve Bank of India (RBI) data centre, preceding the newly established facility in Jatni, Odisha?

(a) Pune, Maharashtra

(b) Hyderabad, Telangana

(c) Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra

(d) Bengaluru, Karnataka

(e) Chennai, Tamil Nadu

 

5) Which organisation partnered with PhonePe through a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote regulatory compliance and grievance redressal in India’s OTT sector?

(a) Digital India Corporation (DIC)

(b) Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC)

(c) Telecom Regulatory Authority of India (TRAI)

(d) National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI)

(e) Internet and Mobile Association of India (IAMAI)

 

6) Which Union Territory was declared India’s first 100% organic Union Territory by Lieutenant Governor Vinai Kumar Saxena?

(a) Jammu and Kashmir

(b) Puducherry

(c) Chandigarh

(d) Lakshadweep

(e) Ladakh

7) Who will spearhead the proposed airline project to be launched through the cooperative sector in Kerala?

(a) V. D. Satheesan

(b) C. N. Vijayakrishnan

(c) Vinai Kumar Saxena

(d) M. A. Yusuff Ali

(e) Pinarayi Vijayan

 

8) Until what date has the Department of Commerce extended the timelines under Component II of the Resilience and Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation initiative?

(a) 31 December 2026

(b) 31 January 2027

(c) 28 February 2027

(d) 31 March 2027

(e) 30 June 2027

9) Which France-based non-profit initiative organised India’s first Artificial Intelligence and Food Technology Hackathon in collaboration with NIFTEM-Kundli?

(a) FoodTech AI Challenge

(b) Hack the Fork

(c) Smart Protein Innovation

(d) Future Food Foundation

(e) Sustainable Food Alliance

10) From which month and year has the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways proposed making Advanced Emergency Braking Systems mandatory for all new car models?

(a) October 2028

(b) April 2029

(c) October 2030

(d) October 2031

(e) October 2032

11) Which initiative enables people to contribute language resources to support the development and improvement of artificial intelligence models under the BHASHINI programme?

(a) Data Daan

(b) Digital Bhasha Mission

(c) National Language Grid

(d) Bharat AI Mission

(e) Bhasha Daan

12) Who is the Prime Minister of Poland who undertook an official visit to India from 21 to 23 October 2026?

(a) Andrzej Duda

(b) Donald Franciszek Tusk

(c) Mateusz Morawiecki

(d) Karol Nawrocki

(e) Radosław Sikorski

13) Which United States-based organisation signed a five-year MoU with India’s National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) to strengthen agricultural research and scientific collaboration?

(a) United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)

(b) Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST)

(c) World Food Prize Foundation (WFPF)

(d) International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI)

(e) Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO)

14) Which award did Shabari Naturals, a Maharashtra Government initiative promoting tribal and forest-gatherer products, win for its packaging inspired by traditional tribal art?

(a) Red Dot Design Award

(b) India Design Mark

(c) Global Design Award (G-Mark)

(d) Good Design Award

(e) World Packaging Award

15) How many Centres of Excellence will the Centre for Development of Telematics (C-DOT) have after establishing the new centre in collaboration with IIT (BHU), Varanasi?

(a) Third

(b) Fourth

(c) Fifth

(d) Sixth

(e) Seventh

16) Which university in Poland signed an MoU with the International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore to collaborate on research in Artificial Intelligence, quantum technologies and other emerging fields?

(a) University of Warsaw

(b) Jagiellonian University

(c) AGH University of Krakow

(d) Warsaw University of Technology

(e) Adam Mickiewicz University

17) How many Civil Defence Master Trainers from 12 States and Union Territories will undergo specialised training in the first phase of the joint initiative launched by the Ministry of Home Affairs and the Indian Army?

(a) 300

(b) 400

(c) 500

(d) 600

(e) 800

18) In which country will the 13th ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) be held from 28 to 29 October 2026?

(a) Thailand

(b) Vietnam

(c) Malaysia

(d) Philippines

(e) Indonesia

 

19) With which country is India co-chairing the Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism under the ADMM-Plus framework for the 2024–2027 cycle?

(a) Thailand

(b) Malaysia

(c) Indonesia

(d) Vietnam

(e) Singapore

20) Which Italian naval ship conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with INS Trishul during its operational deployment to the Mediterranean Sea in October 2026?

(a) ITS Andrea Doria

(b) ITS Luigi Rizzo

(c) ITS Carlo Margottini

(d) ITS Alpino

(e) ITS Virginio Fasan

21) Which mission is the Ministry of Defence collaborating with to develop a dedicated military AI layer for India’s armed forces?

(a) Digital India Mission

(b) National Quantum Mission

(c) IndiaAI Mission

(d) India Semiconductor Mission

(e) National Supercomputing Mission

22) Who inaugurated the 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 23 October 2026?

(a) Manohar Lal Khattar

(b) Tokhan Sahu

(c) Nitin Gadkari

(d) Hardeep Singh Puri

(e) Kaushal Kishore

23) Which institution provided technical support for developing the upgraded National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) 2.0 mobile application launched in October 2026?

(a) IIT Delhi

(b) IIT Bombay

(c) IIT Roorkee

(d) IIT Kanpur

(e) IIT Madras

24) How much financial assistance will the Technology Development Board (TDB) provide to Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund?

(a) ₹86 crore

(b) ₹100 crore

(c) ₹116 crore

(d) ₹150 crore

(e) ₹277 crore

25) In which country was the newly described freshwater cave snail Erhaia dijiang, belonging to the family Erhaiidae, discovered?

(a) Japan

(b) Nepal

(c) Thailand

(d) Vietnam

(e) China

26) In which country was the International Weightlifting Federation’s Executive Board meeting held, where Gujarat was confirmed as the host of the World Weightlifting Championships 2029?

(a) Japan

(b) South Korea

(c) Thailand

(d) China

(e) Singapore

 

27) How many total medals did India win at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, achieving its best-ever medal tally?

(a) 111

(b) 112

(c) 113

(d) 114

(e) 116

28) On which date is United Nations Day observed annually to commemorate the establishment of the United Nations?

(a) 21 October

(b) 22 October

(c) 23 October

(d) 24 October

(e) 25 October

 

29) On which date is World Development Information Day observed annually to raise awareness of development challenges and promote international cooperation?

(a) 20 October

(b) 21 October

(c) 22 October

(d) 24 October

(e) 27 October

30) Which Raising Day did the Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) observe on 24 October 2026?

(a) 60th

(b) 61st

(c) 63rd

(d) 66th

(e) 65th

Answers:

1) Answer: C

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) fixed the final redemption price of Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGB) 2018–19 Series II at ₹14,425 per gram, with maturity on 23 October 2026.

The SGB 2018–19 Series II bonds were issued on 23 October 2018 under the Government of India’s Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme and completed their eight-year maturity period in October 2026.

The final redemption price is calculated using the simple average of the closing prices of 999-purity gold for the three preceding business days, as published by the India Bullion and Jewellers Association Ltd. (IBJA).

2) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are government securities denominated in grams of gold, issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India.

SGBs allow investors to benefit from gold price movements without physically holding gold.

SGBs carry a fixed interest rate of 2.5% per annum on the initial nominal investment, payable half-yearly.

SGBs carry a fixed interest rate of 2.5% per annum on the initial nominal investment, payable half-yearly.

The maximum investment limit per financial year is 4 kg for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) and 20 kg for trusts and similar institutions.

Detailed Explanation:

Sovereign Gold Bonds (SGBs) are government securities denominated in grams of gold, issued by the RBI on behalf of the Government of India.

SGBs allow investors to benefit from gold price movements without physically holding gold.

SGBs carry a fixed interest rate of 2.5% per annum on the initial nominal investment, payable half-yearly.

The final interest payment is made along with the principal amount at maturity, subject to the applicable payment schedule and holding period.

The bonds have a total tenure of eight years, with an option for premature redemption after the fifth year on interest payment dates.

The minimum investment under the SGB scheme is 1 gram of gold.

The maximum investment limit per financial year is 4 kg for individuals and Hindu Undivided Families (HUFs) and 20 kg for trusts and similar institutions.

The Government of India has paused/discontinued the issuance of new primary tranches under the Sovereign Gold Bond Scheme.

3) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) ₹169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 25 October 2026.

The facility is spread across 18.55 acres at Info Valley-II in Jatni, Odisha, and its foundation stone was laid by then RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on 22 March 2023.

The Jatni data centre will be the RBI’s second data centre of this kind, following the existing facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

Detailed Explanation:

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) ₹169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 25 October 2026.

The facility is spread across 18.55 acres at Info Valley-II in Jatni, Odisha, and its foundation stone was laid by then RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on 22 March 2023.

The Jatni data centre will be the RBI’s second data centre of this kind, following the existing facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

The data centre will host mission-critical payment and settlement systems and other flagship initiatives to strengthen the security, reliability and efficiency of India’s digital financial services.

The facility is designed to provide a secure, resilient, scalable and future-ready computing ecosystem for the RBI and the broader financial sector.

The Cybersecurity Training Institute will provide a dedicated platform for cybersecurity training, research, enterprise-technology training and capacity building across the financial sector.

4) Answer: C

Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Reserve Bank of India’s (RBI) ₹169-crore data centre and Cybersecurity Training Institute in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 25 October 2026.

The facility is spread across 18.55 acres at Info Valley-II in Jatni, Odisha, and its foundation stone was laid by then RBI Governor Shaktikanta Das on 22 March 2023.

The Jatni data centre will be the RBI’s second data centre of this kind, following the existing facility in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra.

5) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

PhonePe and the Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote regulatory compliance and grievance redressal in India’s Over-the-Top (OTT) sector.

DPCGC is a Level II Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) established under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and is registered with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB).

Detailed Explanation:

PhonePe and the Digital Publisher Content Grievances Council (DPCGC) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to promote regulatory compliance and grievance redressal in India’s Over-the-Top (OTT) sector.

DPCGC is a Level II Self-Regulatory Organisation (SRO) established under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021, and is registered with the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting (MIB).

Under the partnership, PhonePe will facilitate SRO certification for eligible merchants onboarding through its Payment Gateway, integrating regulatory compliance into the merchant onboarding process.

The collaboration aims to educate existing and prospective OTT platforms and Online Curated Content Providers (OCCPs) about regulatory requirements, the Code of Ethics, and applicable grievance-redressal mechanisms.

6) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, declared Ladakh India’s first 100% organic Union Territory, marking a significant step towards sustainable agriculture and environmental protection in the Himalayan region.

The transition to fully organic agriculture is expected to create new opportunities for farmers by increasing the value of locally grown organic produce and improving market access, price realisation and sustainable livelihoods.

The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the importance of organic certification, improved post-harvest management, value addition, branding and stronger market linkages to help farmers reach consumers seeking authentic, traceable and organically produced food.

Detailed Explanation:

Vinai Kumar Saxena, Lieutenant Governor of Ladakh, declared Ladakh India’s first 100% organic Union Territory, marking a significant step towards sustainable agriculture and environmental protection in the Himalayan region.

The transition to fully organic agriculture is expected to create new opportunities for farmers by increasing the value of locally grown organic produce and improving market access, price realisation and sustainable livelihoods.

The Lieutenant Governor highlighted the importance of organic certification, improved post-harvest management, value addition, branding and stronger market linkages to help farmers reach consumers seeking authentic, traceable and organically produced food.

Ladakh’s organic farming initiative covers crops such as apricots, sea buckthorn, buckwheat, barley and vegetables. The policy also extends to floriculture, including lily cultivation.

In July 2026, the Lieutenant Governor ordered a complete prohibition on the procurement, distribution, sale, marketing and use of chemical and synthetic fertilisers for agricultural activities across Ladakh.

In March 2026, consignments of organic fertilisers were dispatched for distribution among farmers across Ladakh’s villages to ensure timely availability before the sowing season and support farmers during the transition.

According to a Ladakh government spokesperson, chemical fertilisers and pesticides have been banned in the region. Violations may attract a penalty of ₹10,000 or more.

7) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The Kerala Government has granted permission to the Kerala Civil Aviation Development Cooperative Society to launch airline services, according to Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan.

The initiative is intended to introduce airline operations through the cooperative sector for the first time in India, as claimed by the Chief Minister.

The announcement was made during the silver jubilee celebrations of the Calicut City Service Cooperative Society, where the Chief Minister inaugurated the event.

The proposed airline project will be spearheaded by C. N. Vijayakrishnan, Chairman of the MVR Cancer Centre. A team associated with the MVR Cancer Centre and the Calicut City Service Cooperative Society will work on the initiative.

Detailed Explanation:

The Kerala Government has granted permission to the Kerala Civil Aviation Development Cooperative Society to launch airline services, according to Chief Minister V. D. Satheesan.

The initiative is intended to introduce airline operations through the cooperative sector for the first time in India, as claimed by the Chief Minister.

The announcement was made during the silver jubilee celebrations of the Calicut City Service Cooperative Society, where the Chief Minister inaugurated the event.

The proposed airline project will be spearheaded by C. N. Vijayakrishnan, Chairman of the MVR Cancer Centre. A team associated with the MVR Cancer Centre and the Calicut City Service Cooperative Society will work on the initiative.

The Chief Minister also announced that the state government would guarantee deposits made by people in the cooperative sector. He said depositors in cooperative banks should receive assurance similar to that available to customers of nationalised and scheduled banks.

Referring to the Onam season, he said the government had put more money into the hands of ordinary people and economically weaker sections. According to him, increased consumer spending helped stimulate economic activity.

8) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Department of Commerce, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has extended the timelines under Component II of the Resilience and Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation initiative until 31 March 2027.

The extension addresses continued geopolitical disruptions in West Asia and their impact on maritime logistics across the Gulf and neighbouring regions.

The initiative is a time-bound intervention under the Export Promotion Mission.

Component II encourages exporters to obtain insurance cover from the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India for upcoming shipments to specified regions by providing 95% risk coverage.

The benefit applies to Standalone Policies and Whole Turnover Policies obtained on or after 16 March 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

The Department of Commerce, under the Ministry of Commerce and Industry, has extended the timelines under Component II of the Resilience and Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation initiative until 31 March 2027.

The extension addresses continued geopolitical disruptions in West Asia and their impact on maritime logistics across the Gulf and neighbouring regions.

The initiative is a time-bound intervention under the Export Promotion Mission.

Component II encourages exporters to obtain insurance cover from the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India for upcoming shipments to specified regions by providing 95% risk coverage.

The benefit applies to Standalone Policies and Whole Turnover Policies obtained on or after 16 March 2026.

Under this component, the premium payable by eligible exporters is protected against increases beyond pre-disruption levels during the eligible period.

The covered cargo categories include Full Container Load, Less than Container Load and refrigerated containers. Energy shipments are excluded.

Exporters seeking coverage under the initiative must submit their claims and supporting documents through the Export Credit Guarantee Corporation of India customer portal at www.ecgcltd.in.

The Resilience and Logistics Intervention for Export Facilitation initiative was launched on 19 March 2026 to support Indian exporters facing exceptional increases in freight costs, higher insurance premiums and war-related export risks caused by disruptions in the Gulf and the wider West Asian maritime corridor.

He also claimed that the Kerala Government recorded its highest-ever revenue in the previous month since the introduction of the Goods and Services Tax.

9) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli, hosted Hack the Fork, described as India’s first Artificial Intelligence and Food Technology Hackathon, focused on using artificial intelligence to address real-world challenges in the alternative protein industry.

The 24-hour hackathon was inaugurated by Alice Pjie, Director of Hack the Fork, on 24 October 2026 and concluded on 25 October 2026.

Participating teams presented their innovative solutions before an expert jury.

The event was organised by Hack the Fork, a France-based non-profit initiative, in collaboration with the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli.

Detailed Explanation:

The National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli, hosted Hack the Fork, described as India’s first Artificial Intelligence and Food Technology Hackathon, focused on using artificial intelligence to address real-world challenges in the alternative protein industry.

The 24-hour hackathon was inaugurated by Alice Pjie, Director of Hack the Fork, on 24 October 2026 and concluded on 25 October 2026.

Participating teams presented their innovative solutions before an expert jury.

The event was organised by Hack the Fork, a France-based non-profit initiative, in collaboration with the National Institute of Food Technology Entrepreneurship and Management, Kundli.

It aimed to bring together young innovators, researchers and technology enthusiasts to develop artificial intelligence-driven solutions for sustainable food systems.

From more than 85 applicant teams, 25 teams were shortlisted for the final round.

Of these, 22 teams from 10 states, comprising more than 90 participants, took part in the innovation challenge.

10) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed making Advanced Emergency Braking Systems mandatory for all new car models from October 2030 to improve road safety and reduce accidents.

According to the draft notification, Advanced Emergency Braking Systems will become mandatory for existing car models already in production before October 2030 from October 2032.

Advanced Emergency Braking Systems automatically apply the brakes when a driver fails to respond to an emergency.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has proposed making Advanced Emergency Braking Systems mandatory for all new car models from October 2030 to improve road safety and reduce accidents.

According to the draft notification, Advanced Emergency Braking Systems will become mandatory for existing car models already in production before October 2030 from October 2032.

Advanced Emergency Braking Systems automatically apply the brakes when a driver fails to respond to an emergency.

The technology is designed to help avoid collisions or reduce their impact.

The government has also introduced measures to improve the braking performance and safety of medium and heavy-duty vehicles, particularly trucks.

A revised braking standard for trucks has been mandated with effect from 1 October 2027 to improve braking performance.

Electronic Stability Control Systems will also become mandatory for trucks from 1 October 2027.

These systems help maintain vehicle stability, particularly when braking on curves.

These measures form part of the government's efforts to strengthen vehicle safety standards and reduce road accidents through improved braking and vehicle stability technologies.

11) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

The Digital India BHASHINI Division, under Digital India Corporation, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, participated in the Goa Artificial Intelligence Technology Conclave 2026, held at INOX, Panaji.

Organised by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa, the conclave was held under the theme “Artificial Intelligence for People, Planet and Progress.”

A major highlight of the inaugural session was the launch of the BHASHINI Konkani Large Language Model (LLM), designed to improve the ability of artificial intelligence systems to understand and generate Konkani through text and speech, strengthening language technology rooted in Goa’s linguistic identity.

Konkani uses multiple scripts, including Devanagari, Roman and Kannada, making it important to develop language resources that represent its linguistic diversity.

Detailed Explanation:

The Digital India BHASHINI Division, under Digital India Corporation, Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India, participated in the Goa Artificial Intelligence Technology Conclave 2026, held at INOX, Panaji.

Organised by the Department of Information Technology, Electronics and Communications, Government of Goa, the conclave was held under the theme “Artificial Intelligence for People, Planet and Progress.”

A major highlight of the inaugural session was the launch of the BHASHINI Konkani Large Language Model (LLM), designed to improve the ability of artificial intelligence systems to understand and generate Konkani through text and speech, strengthening language technology rooted in Goa’s linguistic identity.

Konkani uses multiple scripts, including Devanagari, Roman and Kannada, making it important to develop language resources that represent its linguistic diversity.

The BHASHINI team presented its approach to developing the Konkani Large Language Model, highlighting high-quality language data, content generation and human validation.

The presentation explained how Bhasha Daan and the proposed Data Daan pilot project could bring together educational institutions, language experts and Konkani-speaking communities to expand language resources.

Through Bhasha Daan, BHASHINI enables people to contribute language resources that support the development and improvement of artificial intelligence models.

The proposed Data Daan pilot project in Goa aims to expand content creation, digitisation and validation by involving colleges, institutions, language experts and Konkani-speaking communities.

12) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

Donald Franciszek Tusk, Prime Minister (PM) of Poland, undertook a three-day official visit to India from 21 to 23 October 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This was Donald Tusk’s second official visit to India as Poland’s Prime Minister, following his earlier visit in 2010.

Tusk was accompanied by Andrzej Domański, Poland’s Minister of Finance and Economy, and a high-level delegation comprising around 100 CEOs and industry representatives.

Detailed Explanation:

Donald Franciszek Tusk, Prime Minister (PM) of Poland, undertook a three-day official visit to India from 21 to 23 October 2026 at the invitation of Prime Minister Narendra Modi.

This was Donald Tusk’s second official visit to India as Poland’s Prime Minister, following his earlier visit in 2010.

Tusk was accompanied by Andrzej Domański, Poland’s Minister of Finance and Economy, and a high-level delegation comprising around 100 CEOs and industry representatives.

During his visit to Hyderabad House, New Delhi, Donald Tusk met Prime Minister Narendra Modi to review the India–Poland Strategic Partnership established in 2024.

Both leaders endorsed the mid-term review of the India–Poland Action Plan (2024–2028), which was finalised during External Affairs Minister S. Jaishankar’s visit to Warsaw in September 2026.

13) Answer: B

India’s National Academy of Agricultural Sciences (NAAS) signed a five-year Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the United States-based Council for Agricultural Science and Technology (CAST) to strengthen agricultural research, scientific collaboration, capacity development and knowledge exchange.

The MoU was signed on 20 October 2026 during the 2026 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue held in Des Moines, Iowa, USA, from 20 to 22 October 2026.

The 2026 Norman E. Borlaug International Dialogue was organised by the World Food Prize Foundation (WFPF) under the theme “Before Hunger Wins.”

14) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Shabari Naturals, a Maharashtra Government initiative promoting products associated with tribal communities and forest gatherers, has won the Global Design Award (G-Mark) for its distinctive packaging inspired by traditional tribal art.

The initiative is managed by the Nashik-headquartered Shabari Tribal Finance and Development Corporation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the achievement during his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat.

The product packaging features traditional art forms such as Warli, Gond and Chitrakathi, along with legends from tribal culture.

Detailed Explanation:

Shabari Naturals, a Maharashtra Government initiative promoting products associated with tribal communities and forest gatherers, has won the Global Design Award (G-Mark) for its distinctive packaging inspired by traditional tribal art.

The initiative is managed by the Nashik-headquartered Shabari Tribal Finance and Development Corporation. Prime Minister Narendra Modi highlighted the achievement during his monthly radio programme, Mann Ki Baat.

The product packaging features traditional art forms such as Warli, Gond and Chitrakathi, along with legends from tribal culture.

The designs give the products a premium appearance while presenting the richness, cultural heritage and sustainability of tribal life to global consumers.

The Japan Institute of Design Promotion will present the award in Tokyo on 4 November 2026. Leena Bansod, Managing Director of the Shabari Tribal Finance and Development Corporation, will receive the award on behalf of the Maharashtra Government.

The award gives Shabari Naturals the official right to display the G-Mark logo on its product packaging. The logo serves as an international mark of recognition for design quality and aesthetics.

15) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Centre for Development of Telematics, the research and development centre of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, to establish its sixth Centre of Excellence.

The partnership aims to strengthen India’s indigenous telecommunications innovation ecosystem by combining the Centre for Development of Telematics’ domestic telecommunications research capabilities with the academic expertise of the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University).

Detailed Explanation:

The Centre for Development of Telematics, the research and development centre of the Department of Telecommunications, Ministry of Communications, signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi, to establish its sixth Centre of Excellence.

The partnership aims to strengthen India’s indigenous telecommunications innovation ecosystem by combining the Centre for Development of Telematics’ domestic telecommunications research capabilities with the academic expertise of the Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University).

The Centre of Excellence will provide a dedicated platform for collaborative research, technology development and capacity building in emerging communication technologies.

The centre will focus on wireless communications, quantum technologies, cybersecurity and artificial intelligence-driven communication systems.

Its major research areas will include Fifth Generation Advanced and Sixth Generation technologies, very large-scale Multiple-Input Multiple-Output systems, Integrated Sensing and Communication, artificial intelligence-native communication networks and devices, and quantum and post-quantum communication technologies.

The inauguration of the Centre of Excellence followed the signing of the Memorandum of Understanding and was attended by senior officials and faculty members.

16) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AGH University of Krakow, Poland, to collaborate on research and academic activities in Artificial Intelligence, quantum technologies and other emerging fields.

The agreement was exchanged on 23 October 2026 during the Polish-Indian Business Meeting in Bengaluru, in the presence of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar.

The agreement was signed by Professor Debabrata Das, Director of the International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore, and Rao Maddukuri, Senior Advisor at AGH University of Krakow.

Detailed Explanation:

The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore signed a Memorandum of Understanding with AGH University of Krakow, Poland, to collaborate on research and academic activities in Artificial Intelligence, quantum technologies and other emerging fields.

The agreement was exchanged on 23 October 2026 during the Polish-Indian Business Meeting in Bengaluru, in the presence of Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Karnataka Deputy Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar.

The agreement was signed by Professor Debabrata Das, Director of the International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore, and Rao Maddukuri, Senior Advisor at AGH University of Krakow.

The partnership provides a framework for joint research projects, academic programme development and the exchange of academic materials. It also includes academic mobility opportunities for students and faculty members through international exchange activities.

Other proposed areas of cooperation include joint seminars, symposia, educational conferences, career guidance events, online and offline academic activities, and winter and summer schools.

17) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Indian Army (IA) launched a first-of-its-kind joint training initiative to strengthen India’s Civil Defence preparedness.

The initiative is being implemented by the Directorate General of Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards (DGFSCDHG) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, in coordination with the Indian Army.

In the first phase, a total of 600 Civil Defence Master Trainers from 12 States and Union Territories (UTs) will undergo specialised training.

Detailed Explanation:

The Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA) and the Indian Army (IA) launched a first-of-its-kind joint training initiative to strengthen India’s Civil Defence preparedness.

The initiative aims to fulfil Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s vision of building a vibrant Civil Defence network equipped with modern systems, technologies and contemporary preparedness capabilities.

The vision of a vibrant Civil Defence network was announced by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in his Independence Day address on 15 August 2026 from the Red Fort.

The initiative is being implemented by the Directorate General of Fire Services, Civil Defence and Home Guards (DGFSCDHG) under the Ministry of Home Affairs, in coordination with the Indian Army.

In the first phase, a total of 600 Civil Defence Master Trainers from 12 States and Union Territories (UTs) will undergo specialised training.

Each participating State/UT is proposed to nominate 50 Civil Defence Master Trainers for the programme.

The 12 participating States/UTs are Jammu and Kashmir, Punjab, Rajasthan, Gujarat, Assam, Meghalaya, Sikkim, Delhi, Uttar Pradesh, Kerala, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu.

 

18) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation at the 13th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Cebu, Philippines, from 28 to 29 October 2026.

Rajnath Singh will address the forum on “Exchange of Views on Regional and International Security Issues.”

On the sidelines of ADMM-Plus, the Raksha Mantri will hold bilateral meetings with defence counterparts from participating countries to review existing defence ties and explore ways to strengthen strategic partnerships.

Detailed Explanation:

Raksha Mantri Rajnath Singh will lead the Indian delegation at the 13th Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) Defence Ministers’ Meeting-Plus (ADMM-Plus) in Cebu, Philippines, from 28 to 29 October 2026.

Rajnath Singh will address the forum on “Exchange of Views on Regional and International Security Issues.”

On the sidelines of ADMM-Plus, the Raksha Mantri will hold bilateral meetings with defence counterparts from participating countries to review existing defence ties and explore ways to strengthen strategic partnerships.

The ASEAN Defence Ministers’ Meeting (ADMM) is the highest defence consultative and cooperative mechanism within ASEAN.

ADMM-Plus brings together 10 ASEAN member states and eight Dialogue Partners, including India, the United States, China, Russia, Japan, South Korea, Australia and New Zealand.

The 10 ASEAN member states are Brunei, Cambodia, Indonesia, Lao PDR, Malaysia, Myanmar, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, Timor-Leste and Vietnam.

19) Answer: B

India became a Dialogue Partner of ASEAN in 1992, and the inaugural ADMM-Plus meeting was held in Hanoi, Vietnam, on 12 October 2010.

Since 2017, ADMM-Plus Defence Ministers have met annually to strengthen defence cooperation between ASEAN member states and the eight Dialogue Partners.

The Philippines holds the chairmanship of ADMM-Plus for 2026.

Under the ADMM-Plus framework, India is co-chairing the Experts Working Group on Counter-Terrorism with Malaysia for the 2024–2027 cycle.

20) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Trishul arrived at Civitavecchia, Italy, on 25 October 2026, during its operational deployment to the Mediterranean Sea.

INS Trishul conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Italian Naval Ship Carlo Margottini before entering the harbour.

The PASSEX included coordinated manoeuvring drills, communication procedures, replenishment approaches, cross-deck landings, personnel transfers and boarding operations.

Detailed Explanation:

Indian Naval Ship (INS) Trishul arrived at Civitavecchia, Italy, on 25 October 2026, during its operational deployment to the Mediterranean Sea.

INS Trishul conducted a Passage Exercise (PASSEX) with the Italian Naval Ship Carlo Margottini before entering the harbour.

The PASSEX included coordinated manoeuvring drills, communication procedures, replenishment approaches, cross-deck landings, personnel transfers and boarding operations.

The exercise promoted the exchange of best practices and enhanced operational synergy between the Indian Navy and the Italian Navy.

The port call aims to strengthen India–Italy maritime cooperation through professional interactions, cultural visits and exchanges.

INS Trishul will be open to visitors to showcase the Indian Navy’s maritime traditions and capabilities.

21) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh stated that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is collaborating with the IndiaAI Mission to develop a dedicated military AI layer for India’s armed forces.

The proposed military AI layer will use secure domestic computing infrastructure to support military decision-making, target acquisition and data fusion, enabling a more integrated sensor-to-shooter loop.

The computing infrastructure required for the military AI layer has already been procured, and the MoD plans to work with private companies selected under the IndiaAI Mission to develop indigenous AI capabilities.

Detailed Explanation:

Defence Secretary Rajesh Kumar Singh stated that the Ministry of Defence (MoD) is collaborating with the IndiaAI Mission to develop a dedicated military AI layer for India’s armed forces.

The proposed military AI layer will use secure domestic computing infrastructure to support military decision-making, target acquisition and data fusion, enabling a more integrated sensor-to-shooter loop.

The computing infrastructure required for the military AI layer has already been procured, and the MoD plans to work with private companies selected under the IndiaAI Mission to develop indigenous AI capabilities.

The initiative aims to strengthen India’s technological sovereignty in critical military AI capabilities and reduce dependence on external technologies.

The blueprint for integrated theatre commands, designed to improve jointness among the Indian Army, Indian Navy and Indian Air Force, has been prepared and is awaiting approval at the highest level.

The proposed integrated theatre commands aim to coordinate military operations across land, sea, air, space and cyberspace.

22) Answer: B

Short Explanation:

The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 23 October 2026.

The two-day conference was held on 23–24 October 2026 at Hotel Mayfair Sanctuary, Bhubaneswar, and was organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) through the Institute of Urban Transport (India), with support from the Government of Odisha.

The theme of the conference was “Urban Accessibility and Liveability in the Digital Age”, focusing on improving urban transport infrastructure and quality of life through digital technologies.

Detailed Explanation:

The 19th Urban Mobility India (UMI) Conference and Exhibition 2026 was inaugurated by Union Minister of State for Housing and Urban Affairs Tokhan Sahu in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, on 23 October 2026.

The two-day conference was held on 23–24 October 2026 at Hotel Mayfair Sanctuary, Bhubaneswar, and was organised by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs (MoHUA) through the Institute of Urban Transport (India), with support from the Government of Odisha.

The theme of the conference was “Urban Accessibility and Liveability in the Digital Age”, focusing on improving urban transport infrastructure and quality of life through digital technologies.

The conference discussed sustainable and low-carbon public transport, seamless multimodal integration, first- and last-mile connectivity, reduced traffic congestion and emissions, and inclusive urban mobility.

The Urban Mobility India Conference is an annual initiative of MoHUA organised under the National Urban Transport Policy (NUTP), 2006.

The National Urban Transport Policy (NUTP), 2006 emphasises capacity building at State and city levels and the development of equitable and sustainable urban transport systems.

 

23) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the upgraded National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) 2.0 mobile application on 23 October 2026 to strengthen attendance monitoring under the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G).

The upgraded NMMS 2.0 app aims to prevent fake attendance, app tampering and fraudulent recording of workers’ attendance under the rural employment programme.

The enhanced application was developed with technical support from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and relevant technical agencies.

Detailed Explanation:

Union Rural Development Minister Shivraj Singh Chouhan launched the upgraded National Mobile Monitoring System (NMMS) 2.0 mobile application on 23 October 2026 to strengthen attendance monitoring under the Viksit Bharat-Guarantee for Rozgar and Ajeevika Mission (Gramin) (VB-G RAM G).

The upgraded NMMS 2.0 app aims to prevent fake attendance, app tampering and fraudulent recording of workers’ attendance under the rural employment programme.

The enhanced application was developed with technical support from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT-M), Chennai, Tamil Nadu, and relevant technical agencies.

The new version incorporates Artificial Intelligence (AI)-based verification and robust device-level security to improve the reliability of attendance records.

The application allows offline attendance recording, with attendance data uploaded after muster roll closure.

The app provides authorised exceptions in cases of face authentication failure or technical issues.

Face authentication was introduced in March 2026 to address concerns about fake attendance under the earlier Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) programme.

24) Answer: C

Short Explanation:

The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, signed an agreement with Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited, based in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, to support indigenous space technology development.

The TDB will provide ₹116 crore in financial assistance to Manastu Space Technologies under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund.

The project has a total estimated cost of ₹277.63 crore and focuses on developing a scalable, integrated green propulsion system for satellites and launch vehicles.

Detailed Explanation:

The Technology Development Board (TDB), under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), Government of India, signed an agreement with Manastu Space Technologies Private Limited, based in Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra, to support indigenous space technology development.

The TDB will provide ₹116 crore in financial assistance to Manastu Space Technologies under the Research Development and Innovation (RDI) Fund.

The project has a total estimated cost of ₹277.63 crore and focuses on developing a scalable, integrated green propulsion system for satellites and launch vehicles.

The propulsion system is designed to cover a wide range of thrust requirements, from 5 millinewtons (mN) to 300 newtons (N).

The project aims to advance the technology from Technology Readiness Level (TRL)-6 to TRL-9, enabling further development, validation and deployment.

The financial assistance will be provided through Optionally Convertible Debt (OCD).

25) Answer: E

Short Explanation:

Erhaia dijiang is a newly described freshwater cave snail belonging to the family Erhaiidae, discovered for the first time in China.

The species was discovered deep inside a high-altitude mountain cave in Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, at an elevation of 2,062 metres above sea level.

Erhaia dijiang is the first freshwater cave snail documented in China and has the highest recorded elevation for a cave snail in the family Erhaiidae.

The discovery was published in the scientific journal Subterranean Biology in 2026.

Detailed Explanation:

Erhaia dijiang is a newly described freshwater cave snail belonging to the family Erhaiidae, discovered for the first time in China.

The species was discovered deep inside a high-altitude mountain cave in Yuxi City, Yunnan Province, at an elevation of 2,062 metres above sea level.

Erhaia dijiang is the first freshwater cave snail documented in China and has the highest recorded elevation for a cave snail in the family Erhaiidae.

The discovery was published in the scientific journal Subterranean Biology in 2026.

The snail is classified as a troglobiont, meaning an organism adapted to live exclusively in caves.

Erhaia dijiang has lost its functional eyes and body pigmentation, which are adaptations to living in complete darkness.

It has a nearly transparent, cone-shaped shell and long, slender tentacles, which are characteristic adaptations to its underground environment.

The species shows strong photophobia, as laboratory observations found that the snails retreated under rocks and into dark spaces when exposed to light.

The species was named after Di Jiang, a faceless mythical creature described in the ancient Chinese text Classic of Mountains and Seas (Shan Hai Jing).

26) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has been awarded the hosting rights for the World Weightlifting Championships 2029, marking the first time the international competition will be held in India.

The International Weightlifting Federation confirmed Gujarat as the host following its Executive Board meeting in Ningbo, People’s Republic of China.

The federation also announced the hosts for other upcoming championships:

2030 World Weightlifting Championships – Moscow, Russia.

2028 World Youth Weightlifting Championships – Prishtina, Kosovo.

2028 World Junior Weightlifting Championships – Caracas, Venezuela.

Gujarat has recently hosted major weightlifting competitions, including the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Gandhinagar. Ahmedabad will also host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

Detailed Explanation:

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, has been awarded the hosting rights for the World Weightlifting Championships 2029, marking the first time the international competition will be held in India.

The International Weightlifting Federation confirmed Gujarat as the host following its Executive Board meeting in Ningbo, People’s Republic of China.

The federation also announced the hosts for other upcoming championships:

2030 World Weightlifting Championships – Moscow, Russia.

2028 World Youth Weightlifting Championships – Prishtina, Kosovo.

2028 World Junior Weightlifting Championships – Caracas, Venezuela.

Gujarat has recently hosted major weightlifting competitions, including the Asian Weightlifting Championships in Gandhinagar. Ahmedabad will also host the 2030 Commonwealth Games.

The World Weightlifting Championships, organised by the International Weightlifting Federation, were first held in 1891. The first Women’s World Weightlifting Championships took place in 1987, and the first combined men’s and women’s championships were held in 1991.

The 2025 World Weightlifting Championships were held in Førde, Norway. The upcoming edition is scheduled to take place in Ningbo, China, from 27 October to 8 November 2026. Yerevan, Armenia, will host the 2027 edition, while Caracas, Venezuela, has been allocated the 2028 edition.

Indian weightlifters have won 18 medals at the World Weightlifting Championships to date, comprising 3 gold, 10 silver and 5 bronze medals.

Kunjarani Devi became the first Indian to win a medal at the World Weightlifting Championships, securing silver in the women’s 44-kilogram category in Manchester in 1989. Lalita Polley also won a medal at the same edition, earning bronze.

27) Answer: D

Short Explanation:

India finished fourth at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, securing its best-ever tally of 114 medals — 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze.

India surpassed its previous best of 111 medals at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games 2023, where it won 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze medals to finish fifth.

The fifth edition of the continental multi-sport event featured athletes from 45 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) competing across 18 sports. India competed in 11 sports.

Detailed Explanation:

India finished fourth at the Asian Para Games 2026 in Aichi-Nagoya, Japan, securing its best-ever tally of 114 medals — 30 gold, 35 silver and 49 bronze.

India surpassed its previous best of 111 medals at the Hangzhou Asian Para Games 2023, where it won 29 gold, 31 silver and 51 bronze medals to finish fifth.

The fifth edition of the continental multi-sport event featured athletes from 45 National Paralympic Committees (NPCs) competing across 18 sports. India competed in 11 sports.

Para-athletics contributed the highest number of medals, with 65 medals, including 22 gold, 19 silver and 24 bronze. The remaining eight gold medals came from para-archery, para-badminton and para-shooting.

India's sport-wise medal tally was para-athletics – 65, para-badminton – 16, para-swimming – 11, para-archery – 6, para-shooting – 5, para-judo – 2, para-powerlifting – 2 and para-table tennis – 7.

Sheetal Devi was among India's most successful athletes, winning three medals — two gold and one silver. She won gold in the women's compound archery event and, with Toman Kumar, set a world record of 1,402 points in the compound mixed-team qualification round.

 

28) Answer: D

United Nations Day is observed annually on 24 October to commemorate the establishment of the United Nations (UN) and promote international peace, cooperation and collective action.

The 2026 theme provided in the source is “Restoring Trust, Managing Transformation.” This wording should be verified against an official United Nations announcement before being used as a confirmed theme.

The United Nations Conference on International Organization was held in San Francisco, United States, in 1945, with representatives from 50 countries participating in the process of drafting the United Nations Charter.

The United Nations Charter came into force on 24 October 1945, marking the official establishment of the United Nations.

29) Answer: D

World Development Information Day is observed annually on 24 October to draw public attention to development challenges and encourage international cooperation through improved access to information.

On 19 December 1972, the United Nations General Assembly adopted Resolution 3038 (XXVII), establishing World Development Information Day.

The day was first observed on 24 October 1973. The date also coincides with United Nations Day.

30) Answer: E

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police (ITBP) observed its 65th Raising Day on 24 October 2026, commemorating its establishment in 1962 following the  India–China War.

The force operates under the motto “Shaurya, Dridhta, Karmanishtha”, which reflects courage, determination and dedication to duty.

The Indo-Tibetan Border Police was established on 24 October 1962 in the aftermath of the India–China War to strengthen border security in the Himalayan region.