Polity & Governance Current Affairs Quiz — Last 7 days
Daily news by your exam, state and topic — each with a short summary, key facts and MCQs.
How many places/features in Ladakh were given standard names on the Survey of India map in October 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 28
The Government identified 28 places/features in the UT of Ladakh by standard names on the official SoI map.
Which of the following is a peak among the 28 Ladakh features named on the Survey of India map in 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Zorawar Peak
Zorawar Peak is in the list, along with Kanishka Peak, Atisha Giri, Martand Giri and others.
What is the slogan of the People's Plan Campaign 2026-27 launched through Special Gram Sabhas on 2 October 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas
The People's Plan Campaign 2026-27 is titled 'Sabki Yojana, Sabka Vikas'.
Under the People's Plan Campaign 2026-27, Gram Panchayats prepare Gram Panchayat Development Plans for which financial year?
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Correct answer: C — 2027-28
Gram Panchayats prepare their GPDPs for financial year 2027-28 under PPC 2026-27.
Where were the Centenary Celebrations of the Union Public Service Commission held on 1 October 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Bharat Mandapam
PM Modi participated in the UPSC Centenary Celebrations at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi, on 1 October 2026.
Consider the following statements about the UPSC centenary (October 2026): 1. The PM traced the institution's origins to 1926. 2. A commemorative postage stamp and a special coin were released. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
The PM contrasted the institution's British-era origins in 1926 with its later role, and a commemorative postage stamp and a special coin were released.
At the UPSC centenary, the PM suggested that UPSC and state commissions use which platform of Mission Karmayogi for capacity building?
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Correct answer: A — iGOT
The PM said the i-GOT platform created under Mission Karmayogi can be used by UPSC and state selection commissions for capacity building.
Along with a stamp and a coin, what compilation was released at the UPSC centenary on 1 October 2026?
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Correct answer: D — 100 significant case laws
A compilation of 100 significant case laws was released at the UPSC centenary.
In October 2026, the Manipur Cabinet approved one-time assistance of how much for the next of kin of each of the 49 persons missing since the May 2023 violence?
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Correct answer: C — ₹10 lakh
The Cabinet approved ₹10 lakh each for the next of kin of 49 missing persons; the total cost is ₹4.90 crore.
Manipur constituted its Fifth State Finance Commission in October 2026. Under which Articles of the Constitution is a State Finance Commission constituted to review the finances of Panchayats and Municipalities?
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Correct answer: A — Articles 243-I and 243-Y
As per Articles 243-I and 243-Y, a State Finance Commission is constituted every five years to review the finances of Panchayats and Municipalities; Article 280 deals with the (Union) Finance Commission.
In September 2026, the Election Commission of India extended the Special Intensive Revision (SIR) dates in which two states?
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Correct answer: A — Andhra Pradesh and Meghalaya
The ECI extended SIR dates in Andhra Pradesh (final publication 16.10.2026) and Meghalaya (final publication 26.10.2026).
In which city did UIDAI hold 'Aadhaar Samvaad' on the 17th Aadhaar Day, 29 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Kolkata
UIDAI held Aadhaar Samvaad in Kolkata, with over 600 stakeholders, on the 17th Aadhaar Day.
Which of the following was NOT among the five initiatives UIDAI unveiled at Aadhaar Samvaad 2026?
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Correct answer: D — Masked Aadhaar e-PAN linkage
The five were face authentication for ePDS, SWIK Portal 2.0, a Sub-AUA/Sub-KUA (LITE) framework, a Token Management System and a revamped website.
Who was the chief guest at UIDAI's Aadhaar Samvaad in Kolkata on 29 September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Jitin Prasada
MoS Jitin Prasada was chief guest; Saurabh Vijay is the CEO of UIDAI.
In September 2026 the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet approved how much horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in uniformed services?
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Correct answer: C — 20%
The MP Cabinet approved 20% horizontal reservation for former Agniveers in five uniformed services.
Which four-lane road project worth ₹4,470.30 crore was approved by the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet on 29 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Damoh–Katni
The Cabinet approved the 105.10 km Damoh–Katni four-lane road at ₹4,470.30 crore.
Consider the following statements about the Madhya Pradesh Cabinet decisions of 29 September 2026: 1. The Agniveer reservation covers forest guard and excise constable posts. 2. The Kanh Diversion Project in Ujjain was approved in view of Simhastha 2028. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the quota covers police constable, SAF, jail guard, forest guard and excise constable posts, and the Kanh Diversion Project was approved in view of Simhastha 2028.
'PRAHAAR', discussed at a conference inaugurated by Amit Shah on 28 September 2026, relates to which area?
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Correct answer: D — Counter-terrorism policy and strategy
The conference was on 'PRAHAAR – CT Policy and Strategy', India's counter-terrorism framework.
Which new portal did Amit Shah launch at the PRAHAAR conference on 28 September 2026?
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Correct answer: A — Extradition Portal
Shah launched a new Extradition Portal to speed up efforts to bring back fugitives from abroad.
According to the Home Ministry, how many fugitive criminals were brought back to India between 2019 and 2026?
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Correct answer: C — 288
288 fugitive criminals were brought back to India from 36 countries between 2019 and 2026.
Consider the following statements about PRAHAAR (2026): 1. Human Rights is one of its seven pillars. 2. The Shahzad Bhatti network has been declared a terrorist organisation under UAPA. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: Human Rights is one of the seven pillars, and the Shahzad Bhatti network was declared a terrorist organisation under UAPA.
Who will chair the Steel Industry Safety Council (SISC) announced by the Ministry of Steel in September 2026?
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Correct answer: B — Secretary, Ministry of Steel
The SISC will be headed by the Secretary, Ministry of Steel, as Chairman.
Consider the following statements about the Steel Industry Safety Council (2026): 1. It will be supported by a Steel Industry Safety Directorate (SISD). 2. Representatives of PESO and NDMA will be part of the Council. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct: the SISD will provide technical support, and the Council includes representatives of DGMS, PESO and NDMA.
According to the 138th Mann Ki Baat (27 September 2026), data of how many families had been recorded in the first phase of the census?
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Correct answer: C — Over 32 crore
The PM said data of over 32 crore families had already been recorded in the first phase.
In Mann Ki Baat of September 2026, the PM said elephants have returned to which wildlife sanctuary in Assam after encroachment was cleared?
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Correct answer: B — Sonai Rupai
Elephants returned to Sonai Rupai Wildlife Sanctuary three years after the land was cleared of encroachment.
Consider the following statements from the 138th Mann Ki Baat: 1. Ashok Singhal was born on 27 September 1926 in Agra. 2. Assam's pygmy hog programme began with six animals and the population is now over 190. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Both are correct as stated by the PM.
Under the ECI decision of 26 September 2026, who will visit the homes of persons issued notices during the SIR to collect their documents?
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Correct answer: A — Booth Level Officers (BLOs)
BLOs will collect documents at home and upload them on ECINET for the ERO's decision.
The committee set up by the ECI on 26 September 2026 to review ECINET will be headed by whom?
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Correct answer: D — A Senior Deputy Election Commissioner
It is headed by a Senior Deputy Election Commissioner and includes an independent expert from an IIT/IIIT.
Consider the following statements about the ECI decisions of 26 September 2026: 1. Every person issued a notice during the SIR must appear in person for a hearing at the ERO office. 2. The declaration attached to Form 6 for SIR has been upheld by the Supreme Court. Which of the above is/are correct?
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Correct answer: B — 2 only
Statement 1 is wrong: such persons need not be called for hearing; hearings happen only in exceptional cases, preferably online. Statement 2 is correct.
Which department is the nodal department for Special Campaign 6 (implementation phase 2–31 October 2026)?
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Correct answer: B — Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances
DARPG is the nodal department; the preparatory phase ran from 16 to 30 September 2026.